1996-1997 The Times (Peru, NE) - issues 1-14

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THE NEW REGIONAl TEC.HNOlOGY CENTER in Nebraska C1tv held an open house on Sept. 8. Among the highlights. the facilitL,J features video conferencing. -photo by Terry Dugan

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louis levy Named Director of Admissions

Louis Levy has been named Director of Admissions and School Relations. Levy comes to PSC from St. Joseph's College in Rensselaer, IN.

"WeHnen Week" begins

Sept. 15

"Wellness Week" is scheduled for Sept. 15-21. Some of the activities planned include an aerobics class, stress workshop, blood · ··ssureclinic, depression screen; as well as a special Pro fealthy Dining ("PHO") menu from food service vendor "-dexho.

Organizations sponsoring e.vents are Professional Development Committee, CAB, Student Support Services, Sodexho, Residence Life, Blue Valley Mental Health and Intramurals.

fall '97 Choral Membership

Announced

Auditions were held for positions on PSC's Misty Blues Show Choir as well as PSC's Madrigal Singers.

Show Choir members include Holly Bell, Nickelle Hammons, Lisa Othmer, Nila Satterfield, Matt Asher, Steve Jirsa, Mike O'Neil, Rachel Callahan, Jessica Damrow, Heidi Kirkendall, Nathan Leach, Jesse Ottemann, Kevin Topscher, John Widick, and Denys Shafer.

The first Show Choir performance will be Oct. 22-23 at the Peru State Show Choir Festival.

Members of the Madrigal Singers are Lisa Othmer, Becky 1"\.'..t0·\dig, Steve Jirsa, Mike O'Neil, Nielsen, Jaci Pingel, Jon

September ·13, 199f Tro,Jblesome events for Steamboat Trace

By Juliane

Plans are still underway to continue work on the 21-mile Steamboat Trace Hiking/Biking Trail running from Cooper nuclear plant near Brownville to just south of Nebraska City, despite legal matters and damage to a bridge late this summer.

A petition :filed against the trail in July by area landowners and their representatives concerns the legal manner in which the trail was obtained. The petition also states that some of the property is not properly railbanked and that the current trail manager, the Nemaha Natural Resources District (NNRD), cannot handle the financial responsibility nor the proper management of the trail.

Dr. David Ainsworth, president of the Steamboat Trace Trail Association and interim vice presi-

New interim vice. president

Plymesser, Andrew Davis, Sarah Schneider, Terri. Gibbs, Rachel Callahan, Nathan Leach, Kevin Topscher, and Jesse Qttemann.

The first Madrigal performance will be on Nov. 3, and the Madrigal Dinner is scheduled for Dec. 13.

Both groups are directed by Dr. Thomas Ediger.

Health Center Hours

Announced '·

The PSC Health Center, located on the top floor of the west wing of A.D. Majors Hall, is now open. Regular hours are from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays. Doctor's hours are 8 a.m.-noon on Wednesdays and involve a $25/visit office fee; for appointments call extension 2229. The Health Center is open to students, faculty and staff.

Aeolian II Concert to be Held

Aeolian II, the faculty duo of Dr. David Edris and Dr. Thomas Ediger, will present a recital on Thursday, Sept. 19 at 8 p.m. in the Benford Recital Hall. There is no admission charge.

Art Exhibition features Adams

The first show of the Art Gallery's 1996-97 season features work by Devon Adams. Adams is a Peru resident and PSC graduate. Her exhibit continues through Sept. 30. The Gallery, located on the main level of the Jindra Fine Arts building, is open on Mondays from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and on Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

dent of academic affairs, feels littl concern over the petition's alleg2 tions. "Funding for the trail wi mostly come from a gran awarded from the Intermodel Sw face Transportation Enhancemer Act. The trail was fully evaluate• by !STEA before the award, an• the railbed was not found to be problem. If !STEA was incorrec in this judgment, then they hav been incorrect in their evaluation all along."

Ainsworth added that man· petitions similar to this have beei denied in courts thus far.

As for managing the construe tion and upkeep of the trail, th NNRD currently has the suppor of various civic organizations lik the Boy Scouts and the loca United Way. Dr. Mike Speece chairman of the Nemaha

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Dr. Ainsworth takes on new role

By Gretchen M. Stukenholtz

The 1996 fall semester at Peru State College began with a new vice president of academic affairs.

As of mid-August Dr. David Ainsworth, former chair of the division of education and psychology, assumed the position of interim vice president until a permanent replacement can be hired.

Over the summer a search committee interviewed several candidates. An individual was chosen but was unable to accept the job. Ainsworth will continue to serve as certification officer of PSC and chair of the physical education de-

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partment. Dr. Dan Cox, associate professor of education, and Dr. Anthony Citrin, professor of education, will supervisethe undergraduate teachers' education programs and the graduate and extended programs, respectively.

"The main focus right now is to keep everything running smoothly," Ainsworth said. "With an institution this size, it will take a great deal of time and effort from whomever holds this position".

A second :>earch committee to find a permmlent vice president of academic affairswill begin soon.

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Troublesome events for Steamboat Trace

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Resource Sub-committee, said that these volunteers, along with the NNRD, were perfectly capable of proper maintenance and cleanup of the trail, despite the claims of the petitioners.

The damage to a bridge .located on the trail is still under investigation by the NNRD. All that is-presently known is that the damage appears to be the direct result.of fire.

Ainsworth said that neither circumstance will pose a setback in the trail's development. Weather permitting, heavy construction, which includes laying limestone, will begin late spring or early summer.

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Dr. Dan Holtz to give presentations at conferences in Lincoln on Nebraska writers

Dr. Dan Holtz, professor of Enr glish, will give three presentations on Nebraska writers at conferences in late September and early October.

On Sept. 21 Holtz will speak on Bess Streeter Aldrich and Willa Cather at the Nebraska Literature

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Festival at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Holtz will deliver the same talk at the Weste'rn Literature Association conference in Lincoln on Oct.

5. He will also make c.i musical presentation relating to the works of Mari Sandoz at the WLA meet-

ing on Oct. 3. That talk, titlec "Sandoz and Song: Mari's Coun terpoint and Commentary to thE Popular Songs of the West" in eludes Holtz' s renditions of west ern folk songs mentioned ir Sandoz's works.

According to Fabry, parking regulations strictly enforced

An'nounced

By Katie Naprstek

Just as students and faculty are returning to campus, the security guards are returning to their jobs. And you know what that means!

PARKING TICKETS

Faculty Members Published

Works by Dr. Dan Holtz and Tamara Arthaud will be published by the Modern Language Association and the Council for Exceptional Children, respectively.

Arthaud's manuscript, the re-

Dr. Holtz's article, "History on Open facilities hours for the the Margins and in the MainWheeler Activity Center have stream: Teaching 'The Sound and been announced. It will be open the Fury' in Its Southern HistoriMonday thru Friday from 6:30-8 cal Context" is to be published in a.m. and 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Sunday the Modern Language thru Thursday from 6:30-10 p.m. Association's book, Approaches and Saturdays from l-4p.m. Stu- to Teaching Faulkner's 'The dent IQ is required for free admis- Sound and The Fury'. sion.

sults of a project she completed while teaching high school, has been selected for inclusion in the Spring issue of Diagnostique,· a journal for the special education assessment division of the council for exceptional children.

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Dr. Dan Holtz

According to Ron Fabry, director of the physical plant, everyone who plans to park on campus must have a parking permit. The physical plant has been issuing permits and will continue to do so. To obtain a parking permit, bring your vehicle registration and $15 to the Physical Plant.

As of Aug. 27, the Physical Plant has been issuing parking tickets for violations. Fabry said that the mies and regulations will be more strictly enforced this year. Individuals who have two or more delinquent notices and park on campus may have their vehicles immobilized by a wheel lock. A !is t of the rules and regulations can be found in the pamphlet available at the plant. Fines must be paid within 14 days of the date the ticket was issued and not the date of the notice.

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Key to quality education not found in one town

In a recent article in the Nebraska City News-Press, Carrol Krause, executive director of the Nebraska college system, stated "Nebraska City holds the key to education in southeast Nebraska, as well as Pen1 State College."

We at the Times are troubled by that statement.

First off, we feel that Peru State College is the key to education in southeast Nebraska, as well as the satellite learning facilities. As most can see, Peru State relies heavily on citizens who live in the entire southeast Nebraska area.

The key to education is bringing together people from all walks of life, despite geography, and offering them a quality education. And we feel in Peru State's case, quality education can not be confined to one key town.

For any, cbllege community, towns in the surrounding areas need to offer full support and cooperation to the college for it to remain a decent, respectible institution. Because of regional support, Peru State has remained successful through the years. This support includes, but is not confined to, residents of the area sending their children to Peru State because 1) it is close and 2) it is a personable institution. Students are treated as people and not numbers.

So, with this in mind, what the Bbard defines as key may well indeed be the key to destroying the traditional student at Peru State.

Granted, the regional technology center, which is housed in Nebraska City, is a quality facility. The com, puters are marvelous, and the video conferencing studio is an amazing step forward in "streamlining" education. The center will represent an excellent opportunity for those who want to part-time students and better themselves. ·

But, what about all the students who will never have the opportunity to use that technology? What about those left behind using Mac Classics and older IBMs on campus? Does the end justify the means in this case?

Regardless, a key is what you make of You can use it to open locked doors never opened before or to lock them from the inside.

mTRY SOME FAST FOOD FOR THE S UL

"I never eat fast food!" What? Frankly, these words send a shudder down my spine. How can you trust someone who says something so ludicrous?

"I've never had a Big Mac attack!" Yeah, right. As if they've never driven fifty miles to the nearest Mickey D's just for that momentous mouthful.

That's right. I admit it. I'm your basic fast food fanatic. I don't think I'm alone in this either. After all, one can now choose burgers, seafood, Mexican, Chinese or even Italian in that functional, yet tastefully tacky, fast food atinosphere.

Does anyone not appreciate artificial plants and mass-produced artwork? And how can you help but be reassured knowing that your food is being precisely prepared according to a well-researched formula,

wrapped carefully, even lovingly, carryout counter, hopand delivered with a shining smile ing no one will recall their earlier from benea.h an attractive, yet reckless declarations, and caufun<ctional, visor. tiously order a Beef Burrito or Ahhh, that's livin'. Chicken Soft Taco. Nervously And now, the fine folks at this eyeingthenearbytables,theypay college have brought the bright for their order. Will other purple and yellow of the Taco Bell naysayers know of their forbidlogo into our little Bob-world. den fast food foray? Will tl1ey be Taco Supremes (or is it Tacos Su- plagued by misplaced guilt? Will premS!?), Pintos and Cheese and they be hooked?? me in the same building, the same Of course, I'll be nearby, Iookroom-every day-at LUNCH ingon,readytooffermytotalsupTIME.? There is indeed a God. port and guidance as another fast Perhaps, though, a few noses food fanatic is born. will grow as some step up to that

1101ue 0111111011 Do YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE WITH PRESIDENT CLINTON

Compiled By Heather (layson)•McKay AND HIS ACTIONS

Misti Munson, senior business administration management major,

"J think Clinton's sending troops to the Middle Eost is a good thing to a point. He is protecting our resources but at the same time it's hard to justifv sending our troops to help another countrv."

Dave Junker, senior secondary education math/computer sciences,

"J agree with President Clinton. I feel these actions should hove been taken a few vears ago when Bush was in office. I think it was the right thing to do but I think there is more action to be token. I think that Saddam is going to keep on doing what he is until he is out of office whether it's through assosination or overthrown."

TOWARDS SADDAM HUSSEIN?

Don Hogue, senior physical education/ health major.

"I agree with Clinton because Hussein has pushed and shoved enough over there and it makes it worse on the surrounding countries. It is time for someone to step in because no one else is toking core of him. We should have done it lost time."

Heather Boatman, junior psychology/sociology major,

"I 'agree because Saddam Hussein has gotten out of control. He is just using all these people and I think it's time to get rid of Hussein."

"Boxes and Walls" teaches students about discrimination

By Krys Leeds and Heather (Layson) McKay

"We don't necessarily want to change anyone's views; wejust want to open their eyes to some of the prejudices that are going on." According to Paula Czirr, assistant director for residence life, it was .this philosophy that inspired the Boxes and Walls program, organized in conjunction with New Student Weekend and College 100.

The idea came from an Upper Midwest Region Association for College and University Housing Officers -conference attended bv Czirr, Direct01• of Residence Life Erin Sayer, and former Resident Director for Morgan Hall Julie Taylor, last spring.

Boxes and Walls was set up with four compartments; each dealt with a separate issue .There were rooms discriminating against women, heterosexuals, Jews and African-Americans.

Upon experiencing a condensed version of Boxes and Walls; Sayer's initial reaction was one of surprise. Then the wheels were rolling. Sayer knew this program would be good to implement on the Peru campus. Construction began Aug. 8 and continued until Aug. 24. Czirr was pleased that

there were no major mishaps and that everything went smoothly.

"Our goal was to bring a diverse experience to this campus and to expose small-town people to different groups." Czirr felt the four rooms used in Boxes and Walls covered issues most relevant to Peru State.

"Boxes and Walls was really enlightening. It covered all the tough issues that people ·have to deal with," said Jara Tharp, freshman special education major.

Vickie Anderson, senior elementary education major, said it was a very good program. "I thought it was very much needed on this campus."

Sayer was concerned about some of the negative reactions.

"Students were laughing or asking 'Why'd they make us do it?' You don't know whether they're laughing because they are uncomfortable or if they don't care. It's sad, and I hope that's not the case."

Returning students, faculty and perhaps area high school students will have an opportunity to experience Boxes and Walls sometime this fall when the walls are put up again.

"We want to show diversity, not only of color of skin but of beliefs and attitudes," said Sayer.

On Wednesday Sept. 18, Dr Jim Wand, hypnotist, will perform at the Peru State College Theatre. With over 4000 professional engagements to his credit, Wand, "Master of the Mind," has hypno-

Food service director part of facelift in PSC cafeteria

By Brooke Shaffer

Although many things at Peru State are the same as last semester, one thing that has changed is the food service. The cafeteria has undergone a major face-lift. Faizul Momin, director of the new food service, is ,responsible for many of these changes.

Faizul is originally from Dhaka, Bangladesh, which has a population of roughly five million. At 21, he came to the US. and completed his Masters of Business Administration at Fort Hayes College in

Kansas, paying his way by working 60-70 hours a week even while a full-time student.

As the food service director at PSC, Faizul helps prepare the cafeteria for the meals, makes sure the food recipes are followed exactly, and does much of the paperwork involv;ed in running the food.service. Healsolendsahand to serve food and wash dishes when the employees need help.

All semester there will be special meals such as a steak dinner the first Thursday of every month,

and also nacho bars as well as cracker bars throughout the semester. To spice things up a Western night is planned, as well as display cooking. Although Faizul has worked at many different colleges throughout his career including Southwest Texas University, Northeast Missouri State and the University of Chicago, he said Peru State is one of his favorites. He explained that you can get to know more people at a college with just 1,500 students, rather than 28,000.

tized over 500,000 peopie. Wand has been named Novelty /Variety Entertainer of the Year ten years ina row. His show involves audience participation and incorporates hu-

mor, educational expertise, an self-help techniques. Wand has worked with sue personalities as Sin.bad, Jay Lem The Seattle Supersonics, Georg Straight, and The Judds.

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1 Perry promoted; coordinator of Cooperative Education and Career Services

By Joanna Stauffer

Many of the staff members at Peru State are new to the campus this year. The new coordinator of· Cooperative Education and Career Services, however, has been around for awhile. Julia Perry is a native of Peru, .a graduate of Peru State and a former secretary for the Division of Hqmanities.

Julia applied for the job, she said, for two main reasons. First she wanted to move into a position where she could use her business admiriistration and management degree. She also wanted to move into student service.

As coordinator, Julia helps the students in many ways. One of her main duties is to line up internships for students ill their fields of study. These internships count for college credit, and she will help anyone who is interested. Her office is located in the basement of the Administration building, room 105.

Julia helps students with resumes and cover letters. She also helps students prepare for interviews. The only change Julia would like to see is more students using the program.

Julia said she really loves her new position and is excited about working with students this year.

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Seger moves from adjunct to assistant professor

By Amanda Burley

Donald Seger, assistant professor of education, is one of the new faces on campus. Seger is teaching psychology classes at PSC and graduate-level instructional technology courses at the new Regional Technology Center in Nebraska City. Seger, a father of four, comes to Peru from Fairbury. He has been participating in Peru's cooperative education program as an adjunct professor for eight years. During this time, he has been working on his doctoral degree in education.

Seger began teaching high school language arts, speech,

and drama classes in the Nebraska Public School System in 1970. He also worked as an elementary counselor in Superior. Seger taught at Southeast Communft:y College in the psychology and sociology department, and has also worked for the Kansas Department of Education writing model curriculum for industrial technology courses.

Seger said he enjoys the intimacy of Peru and the friendly working environment. He looks forward to working with active practitioners to help them up-JI date their knowledge in the industrial technology field.

Small foot new director of continuing education

By Michelle Barnett

Even though he has only been here since July 1, Dr. Robert Smallfoot, director of continu:ing education, has big plans for Peru State College.

Smallfoot offers courses and I or programs in the fields of computers, elE:mentary education, and business industry, not only at Peru but at many other surrounding locations including Offut Air Force Base in Bellevue, Cooper Nuclear Station in Brownville,

and the Regional Tedmology Center in Nebraska City.

Smallfoot has a masters in edL'cation, a Ph.D. in currietdum i.nstruction, and a B.A. in science/ education.

Smallfoot chose Peru State because of the strong support base the college provides for its offcampus programs and of the wellprepared full-time faculty.

"The need for life-long learning, accelerates with change. PSC accelerates to meet those needs," said Smallfoot.

Czirr moves up to assistant director of residence life

By Tess Gruber

Paula Czirr has been named the new assistant director of residence life after having been the Centennial Complex director since spring of 1994.

Czirr first came to PSC as an elementary education major in 1989. She became the Complex director while still a student, and then graduated with a degree in elementary education in the spring of 1994.

Some of Czirr's duties include Complex maintenance and staff development. When asked if she's enjoying her new job, Czirr said, "It's been okay so far, but it's only been two weeks, so I haven't

done much yet".

Czirr also said her degree often helps with her job. Czirr's creative bulletin boards and her theories on discipline all stem from courses taken at PSC.

Czirr would like to see all three buildings more connected like a community, and would also like to promote community living at the 'Plex.

Czirr has already made several improvements at the Complex, but she would like several more to take place. Some of her other ideas include nicer carpet in the rooms, more cable channels, phone jacks in the bedrooms, a grill outside, and maybe even a porch swing or two.

Bobcats begin victorious

By Doug Kerns

Punting prowess and pristine play punctuated PSC's 34-27 pounding of the Doane Tigers in the home opener Saturday.

The sold-out Oak Bowl crowd cheered as Jamie Cason and the rest of the powerful Bobcat punting team buried Doane deep in Tiger territory for much of the day while the 'Cats' snarling defensive play resulted in four turnovers and an interception for a touchdown. Head Coach Dick Strittmatter affirmed that the defensive squad hustled all game long.

The crux of the win, however, was turnover-free offensive play. Bobcat quarterback Jami Stinson fired for 13 of 25 for 104 yards, Wide Receiver Terry Rice pulled one down from 13 yards out for a touchdown, and Bobcat receivers came through in the crunch for first downs.

"All fall, I've preached that we

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can't win games and turn the ball ' over. And Jami executed that game plan to perfection," Strittmatter explained.

Veteran running back Anthony Lee helped the feisty Bobcat offense keep the Tigers cowed by pounding the ground for 53 yards on 13 carries, with two short scampers of two yards apiece for touchdowns.

Game end Tiger theatrics in the form of a fail on-side kick and a hail-Mary pass was not enough to turn the Bobcat tide.

This Saturday .Tabor College opens its season by daring the Bobcat claws in the Oak Bowl at 1 p,m. Strittmatter said that a wellbalanced offensive assault and defensive adjustments to the wide-open Tabor squad were keys to a repeat of last year's PSC victory in Hillsborough.

"I also look for another good crowd to support the team's efforts," added the Bobcat head coach.

FEMALE ATHLETES AUL There's no neec • • to fight about it

Hey sports fans! Yes, don't pinch yourself- this is a new face you see before you. Well, at least new to the sports column. It's out with the old (Chris Raabe) and in with the new.

"What is a woman doing writing a sports column?" Hey, just because I am a woman doesn't mean that I don't know my sports or abo:ut the events that are going on in our world of sports. It also doesn't mean that I'm not looking at the male athletes' butts (and - judging them on a 1-10 rating system. Which, by the way, Alex Rodriquez from the Mariners receives an 11).

And I do know the difference between a: touchdown, goal, point, and a· run. "He shoots, he scores." That's hockey, right? Well, I will do my best to keep you up-to-date, informed and entertained in ' The Wide World of. Sports.'

Now to the sports aspect- yes, this is the year of the woman (at least as far as the 1996 Olympics are concerned). I Am Woman, Hear Me Roar! No offense to be taken here, men, but 1996 gold medal winners were dominated by women. Our US women were remarkable, clinching 19 of the 44 of our nation's gold medals both in team and individual events (guys .that means your sex won 25 out of 44), among which were softball, gymnastics, soccer, basketball, syn- _ chronized swimming, track and swimming.

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There were heroes: Kerri Strugs, gymnastics, who with a hurt ankle completed the vault for her team and aided the US team to Olympic gold. Yes, she does have a chipmunk voice from HELL, but let's give her a break-she hasn't hit puberty yet.

Mia Hamm, soccer-some say she makes a Keebler elf look tall, but boy can she haul!

):..isa Leslie, basketball, the 6'5" center. And they say they grow them big in Nebraska. Oh yes. (And men, she is going to be a model too!)

Dot Richard, softball, is 34 years

old and still going. She's a d tor, but in her spare time she the homerun that clinched the victory over China. Some dod do play something besides gol Amand<i Beard, swimmer, ceived a gold and a silver mec and she's only 14 years old!

Lisa Fernandez, softball (I kn· you're thinking, "You already< a softball player," but hey wl can I say, I am a little biased!) l is one of the pitchers for the te• and she throws a 68 mph risi fastball. That's faster than WE suppose to drive in most state: Hard work, determination a guts! These ladies have dorn and are ready to do it again. of these women will be at it ag• in the year 2000 in Sidney, A tralia.

These women can do anythi you men can do and more; lets: you guys have a baby!

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QUARTERBACK JAMIE STINSON, JUNIOR, scampers post the Doane defense for a score. The ·cats wan the big season opener over the Tigers. 34-27. -photo by Josh Anderson

"SC volleyball team starts where it left off-winning

ly Greg Wolfe

Welcome back for another exiting season of Lady Bobcat 'olleyball. Some faces on the cam have changed along with he season. Gone are All\.mericans Jill Parker and Wetgen, and in are new md exciting and freshmen long with returners and new teacf coach Todd Jensen. Coach Jensen arrives with a earn that is coming off a seaon that climaxed in a trip to he national tournament in San :>iego. "The returning players 1.re showing tremenqous lead-rship and have made the trani tion to a new coach quite moothly," said Jensen. With a new coach comes a :w philosophy. Since Jensen's rrival the women have been vorking hard in learning a =w offensive scheme in oraer

to balance their attack. "The offense is much faster and more complicated than last year," Jensen said, "and the girls have come a long way and learned it quickly."

The players have already tried out their new style of attack, and junior captain Kendra Corey commented, "It is really shocking to our opponents how fast it is, and it really confuses them." She added, "Now that we are used to it, it .should become even more effective."

An advantage in quickness makes up for lack of size. "We are using the quicker, more deceptive offense because we don't have the big people anymore like Jill ParKer," commented Junior Kellie Valinch.

So far the offense has worked out well. The women have tried it on some tough compe-

Uensen brings experience to Peru State

tition in a Aug. 30 tournament at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. "We played all NCAA division II teams in the tournament and finished in second place," said senior car tain Tracey Cochran, "We fee that with the upcoming tournaments we can only improve the more we play."

The· UNO tourney brought some of the Lady 'Cats' fiercest foes of the year, but they stressed that they will remain focused in hopes of returning to the national tournament again this year.

About one hour was enough for the Bobcats to destroy York College in the first home game. They thanked the fans for their support and hoped to see even more at their next home game Sept. 27 versus Washburn versity in the AWAC.

By Jen Froeschl

The Peru State volleyball team will be under new leadership this season. Coach Todd Jensen has replaced Jim Callender as head volleyball coach.

"I chose to come to PSC because it was a great opportunity for me to do two things that I really enjoy, which are coaching volleyball and working in student life," Jensen said.

A native of Kansas City, MO, Jensen graduated from Olathe North High School. After graduation he attended the University of Kansas in Lawrence where he received his Bachelor of Science in Education in 1993.

While attending KU, Jensen was a member of the Jayhawk men's volleyball team, and was team captain for two years.

Jensen then moved to Mem-

phis, TN, where he worked in student life for the University of Memphis. At this same time he was the assistant volleyball coach at Rhoades College. During the past five years he also coached junior Olympic volleyball teams.

Jensen is hoping to lead the Bobcats back to the national tournament this year. "I'm bringing in a faster offense. If we can adjust, we'll be successful," he said.

Aside from coaching volleyball, Jensen is the new dorm director of Delzell Hall. He finds this job to be an enjoyable experience, but it is "a lot different," he said. At Memphis State he was in charge of a dorm of 500 students. Delzell houses only 150.

Jensen currently resides in Nebraska City and spends most of his free time helping his fiancee plan their November wedding.

EVERY student BOD shoud BE COVERED..

)ft. DAN COX, professor of education, along with other armchair quar3rbacks. discuss the strategies that Coach Strittmatter might use to 'efeat the Doane Tigers. The tailgate partv was held outside Delzell jail and sponsored bv Koppa Delta Pi. -photo by Andrea Tee

Petty, Young slipping a bit in their old agE

VIRGO (A 23-S 22)

Luck in your future today. While walking, you will see American tied to tree all by himself. Oh, look! Long, solid stick lying next to American. Boy, it is lucky day.

LIBRA (S 23-0 23)

Be prepared yourself. You will be approached by member of government, soon. They ask you, "Mammar, you were not involved in plot to overthrow president, were you?" Say, "No, no, no, not me. You want Mammat. He lives next door."

SCORPIO (0 24-N21)

Congratulations! You go back to work in the T-shirt factory very soon. This time, use patience before sellins;, "We kicked your Yankee Butt' model. Try, "We went to war ai;ain. All I got was this lousy T-shirt.'

SAGITTARIUS (N 22-D21)

Happiness will be yours from above when you use everyday "Turd" instead of "Kurd." Put fingers over your mouth and say "Oops! I mean Kurd."

CAPRICORN (D22-J 19)

Do not play with fire. You will only get burned up. Unless you are practicing.

AQUARIUS (J 20-Fl 8)

Your lucky number is also equal to number of toilets you have in mile radius of anywhere you are standing.

PISCES (F 19-M 20)

Don't trust your neighbor! If you do, you may be approached by government official who will ask if you are Mammat. If that happens, say, "Is

this about plot to overthrow president? If yes, you want that liar Mammar next door."

ARIES (M 21-A 19)

Use your head this week, please! When you receive envelope that says you win $10 million dollars from Dick Clark and Ed McMahon, do not enter. It is trap to send you more junk mail. Remember this: Only way Ed McMahon and Dick Clark give you $10 million dollars is if you kill them and take their money. By the way, would you like to go to United States and kill Ed Mcmahon and Dick Clark?

TAURUS (A 20-M 20)

Play with your children today. If you don't have children, play with your dog. If you don't have a dog, play witb a doll. If you don't have a doll, fondle your assault rifle like you do every other night of week. Everything needs love.

GEMINI (M 21-J 21)

Become one with nature this week. Maybe then you will be able to hide yourself better from enemy.

CANCER (J 22-JY 22)

Make new friends today. Unless their names are Mammat or Mammar because they are liars. And you don't want liars as friends.

VVell, our super seventies summer has come to a close. The reunion tours by KISS and the Sex Pistols were historic, and if rumours are right we'll have a chance to witness KISS in Omaha. I wish the Sex Pistols would get within driving distance. Oh well, I've got information on an excellent upcoming show that doesn't require two days in a car. Also this summer two of rock's best songwriters, Tom Petty and Neil Young, released some new material containing some good moments, but not as many as we're used to.

I'll start off with the new Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers record, "Songs and music from the motion picture 'She's The One'." The current single "Walls(circus)" is a song with typical timeless Tom Petty melodies. The album's masterpiece however is the following track "Grew Up Fast." It is a great song about his generation and their youth as well as a personal plea for understanding. Another highlight of the album is the cover of Beck's" A **hole," which is bound to put a smile on your face. "She'll do anythin to make ou feel like LEO (JY 23· A 22) You wu1 come to realization that there is too much violence in this world. And even though you are powerless to stop it, you commit your life to not taking part in any violent activity

THE LIFE AND TIMES OF DIESEL DOG

an a**hole." Yup Tom,we've all been there. The album contains a few other noteworthy songs and will undoubtedly create many new fans. On a dimmer note, the new Neil Young album with Crazy Horse, "Broken Arrow," is just that-fractured and directionless. The opening track "Big Time" has a catchy riff, but it is drawn out too far. The next two songs are worse; uninspired even. They go on and on like a pair of dogs that refuse to die. The album is not without its moments though, and "Music Arcade" is one of them. The song is a piece of beauty so tender it's almost painful. Unfortunately there is little more magic on "Broken Arrow,"making this album strictly for die-hard Neil Young fans like myself. Let's just hope he fixes his arrow in time for his

whatsoever. Violence breeds insanity, and you do not want any part of that. Stereotyping a group of people as violent because of the actions of certain factions of society is detrimen-

next album.

It's Alive! Heavy metal isr dead. You want proof? On O< 15 Ozzfest hits Pershing Audit< rium in Lincoln. On the bill a Biohazard, Sepultura, Danzi and Ozzy Ozborne. I've se< Danzig and Ozzy before, and thi both put on a mind-blowing sho of pure adrenaline that you nev' want to end. If you've got the gu I'll see you there. For those of you who want to S< a good band on the weeken• make a trip over to TJ's Brownville. Myth plays Saturd< Oct. 14, followed by Swiftkick ()< 21 and Outfit Oct. 28.

The trivia question for this eci tion is: How many original mer bers of Torn Petty and t1 Heartbrakers are in the curre lineup? The answer in the ne installment.

ta! to world. You will decide vo1 want no part in that. Then, yo1 might consider watching Robocop" You love that movie.

Bv ScoTT KRICHAU AND PARRY DocKSILE

Under Pressure

.

t , SEPTEMBER 16-20 PERU STATE COLLEGE observed Wellness Week, which included various workshops on health and fitness as well as opportunities for students to check on their own physical condition. Assistant IDirector of Residence Life Paula Czirr helps senior sports management major Melanie Barry check her blood Ipressure. What exactly does 220 over l 0 mean anyway? -photo by Terry Dugan

By Jen Froeschl

The second annual Oakstock workshop for future educators is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 11, at Arbor Day Farms in Nebraska City.

Oakstock II will again focus on environmental education across all curriculum areas. Due to student suggestions at the conclusion of Oakstock I, the workshop will be only one day, and it will be narrowed down. to two topics concerning environmental awareness.

Joy Dunnigan, assistant professor of special education, is coordinating the event. The workshop -is for education majors who have been admitted into teacher education at Peru State College. Dunnigan is expects approximately 150 students to attend.

"Oakstock is about students and crei\ted for students/' Dunnigan said. She decided to implement this workshop at PSC because she

believes that environmental awareness is an "area that generates enormous amounts of interest for students. It's an involvement we carry into adult life."

Dunnigan believes that it is beneficial for future educators at PSC to get away from campus for the workshop. "Being in the environment helps us focus more on the environment," she said.

The keynote speaker will be poet/ farmer, Michael Carey, from Farragut, IA. Carey is very interested in and concerned with environmental Dunnigan said that she is "thrilled that he is going to be able to set the tone for the day in a positive light."

After the keynote address, students will be working,with curriculum ideas for the grade level which they plan to teach. For example, elementary education majors will work with ideas for the elementary level.

Contmued on page 2

Peru I Report shows Nebraskans continuing to live longer to the mnnute

. .

• This story is a re-write from a press state's history. Of the 172 infant births per 100,000 residents-the creased slightly from 24.2 years in Correct10.n on Center release distributed by the Ne- deaths reported, 54 were due to lowest in the state's history. 1994 to 24.3 in 1995.

Information from Times #1 braska Department of Health birth defects, and low birth weight

The number of children born to Finally, the number of twins and

In the Sept. 13 issue of The I babies ai:counted for 106 deaths. teens dropped substantially from triplets increased from the previTimes, it was reported that stu- According to a report by the The number of births increased 2,551 in 1994 to 2,324 last year. ous year. In 1994, 274 sets of twins dents to pay a $25 office fee Nebraska Department of Health, for the first time since 1990 with The percentage of babies born to and 13 sets of triplets were born if to see the doctor wi:en Nebraskans are living-longer. 23,221 babies born-up 90 fr<:>m women over the age of 30 or older in Ne?raska, and in 1995, 36_6 sets he v1s1ts on Wednesday. That m- In the last 40 years, the life ex- 1994. However, due to the m- increased from30.5in 1990to34.8, of twms and 20 sets of triplets for;mation was incorrect. St_udents pect<µlcy has increased 10 years. crease in the state's population, and the average age of women were born. paid a Health Center durmg fee Men now live to the average age the birth rate dropped to 14.4 giving birth for the first inpayment; therefore, the cost of the of 71, and women live to be ap3ervices are covered. We a polo- proximately 78. Women continue gize for the error. to live longer due to lower rates

Catalog available for new students who commute

New PSC students who commute can pick up a 1996-97 college catalog from the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs in the Administration Building,

of unintentional injury, suicide, homicide and infant deaths.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death. One out of every three deaths were attributed to heart disease. Cancer was the cause of one out of every five deaths.

Of those who succumbed to canHersemann announces office cer, lung cancer was the number ilours for students one cause for both men and

Dr, Daryll Hersemann, vice women. This was the second year president for student affairs, will that lung cancer surpassed breast i1old office hours every Wednes- cancer as the number one cancer day from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the killer of women. Prostate cancer Emory Oak room of the Student followed lung cancer as the next Center. No appointment is nee- major causes of cancer deaths. 2 ssary. Behind cerebrovascular disease '--------------'-----' and pneumonia, unintentional

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

First full-time A.D. Page 2 No place for Ross? Page 3

''True Colors" shine through · Page 5

injuries (accidents) stood as the fifth leading cause of death. Auto accidents represented 44 percent of all accidental deaths claiming 248 lives in 1995. This number was the lowest number of motor vehicle deaths in the last 50 years.

AIDS was the fifth leading cause of death among males age 15-44.

The infant mortality rate dropped to 7.4 percent which was the second lowest rate in the

NEBRASKANS LIVING LONGER

LONGEVITY:

Men live to an average age of 71

Women live to an average age of 78.4

MEN: up 6 months from 1994

WOMEN: up 7 months from 1994

BIRTHS: 23,221 babies were born in 1995

• up from 23, 121 in 1994

2,324 babies were born to teens in 1995

down from 2,551 in 1994

SOURCE: Nebraska Department of Health

"Oakstock H" workshop for future educators to be held Oct.. 11

Continued from page 1

· The two topics for this year, which are both sponsored by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, are Project Wild and Project Learning Tree.

By the end of the day, future educators will be certified in both environmental curriculums. They will also receive 'materials, ideas for lesson plans and information for development.

Kildal first full-time athletic director

By Heather Hart

Dr. Lori Kildal is "breaking the mold" as the first full-time director of athletics for PSC, according to Kent Probst, director of college advancement and alumni.

Kildal began work in July as PSC's new director of athletics. Changes for her included switching from teaching and coaching to athletic administration ·and moving from Los Angeles to southeast Nebraska.

"I just finished my doctorate in sports administration, and my goal was to pursue a position in athletic administration," she said. "I definitely stepped into the role by accepting this full-time position. This is a great opportunity to meet my goal."

Kildal will

head all six of PSC's sports.

Holidov Inn. Omaha.

14-16

Homecoming General Election Student Center

15

Jazz Bond Concert (noon) Student Center

17-18

Fall Break

21.. ,

· Chemical Awareness week

22

Movie: "The Crow" Student Center

(ALL EVENTS LISTED ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

Unlike last year, there will be no overnight camping because of this year's location. However, there will be evening activities sponsored by several campus organizations for those who wish to stay around and enjoy Arbor Day Farm, which will be in full apple harvest during the time of the event.

At Azusa Pacific University, an NAIA school in suburban LA, Kildal was a volleyball

coach and an assistant professor of health and physical education since 1987.

Before APU, Kildal taught and coached high school athletics in California and managed fitness

FaU f()liage Days Sept. 28-29

By Joanna Stauffer

Although many Peru students go home for the weekend, Auburn's Fall Foliage Festival might be just the reason to stay. Fall Foliage Days Saturday, Sept. 28 with a Taekwando demonstration by area youth. There will also be a variety of musical performances in the Le-

gion Park, including the United Methodist worship team, and Altered Focus from Peru.

From the Emmy Gifford's Children's Theatre, the Dropalotus Family Jugglers will entertain audiences twice on Saturday and again on Sunday. This third annual festival was originated to promote tourism in the Auburn area.

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centers in Tucson, AZ.

Kildal received her bachelors degree from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona. She has a masters degree from Azusa Pacific and received her Ph.D. from the University of New Mexico.

After living on the west coast she has found herself back in the center of the country. A midwest native, she graduated from high school in Salida, CO. "There wasn't this kind of opportunity for me out there," she said.

Kildal said she will miss coaching and being on the sidelines but plans on being very involved in all of the sports programs at PSC.

One of

the new director's goals for athletics is to either join or create a con-

Another goal is to bring our athletic program ihto the spotlight, "especially in the surrounding communities," she said. Kildal expressed the need for a sports information director. Presently the department is looking to fill this position.

"The SID is our link to the media," Kildal said. This will increase sports coverage in small town newspapers.

Kildal has a lot of enthusiasm and many plans for PSC. Whenever· her duties allow her free time-though "it hasn't happened yet" she said smiling-she likes to ski both in the snow and on water, as well as participate in many other sports.

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Debates without Perot·

like Laurel without Hardy

C'mon, give the little guy a chance.

H. Ross Perpt may be perceived by many as a raving lunatic acting as a juggernaut looking to destroy the American political system (Boy, wouldn't that be a terrible thing).

But consider this: this "lunatic" is a multi-billionare ·who persuaded almost one-fifth of our voting population to pick him as president in 1992.

Perot should be allowed into the presid<?ntial debates for a few reasons. For one, what would you rather watch on a Tuesday night? You could watch "Home Improvement," tum on "Fraziei;," or even check out what's on PBS, or a person could watch two of the most powerful political figures in the United States sweat profusely when Perot asks them "What are you going to do about the national debt?"

Who watched the Reagan-Mondale debates? Did anyone watch Bush and Dukakis debate? Does anyone know who Michael Dukakis is?

Because of Perot, younger people-normal people-are watching and paying attention to political issues the way they would root for the Green Bay Packers on Sundays (well, this was before the Packers started winning).

"Yeah, Perot! Fight the power! Go for two!"

Exaggerations aside, Americ:;a the underdog-traditionaily, and even though Perot doesn't have the support he had four years ago, people are still scared of his unpredictability. Perot can add a little sparkto this seemingly open-and-shut campaign.

Currently, the .Dole campaign is running adds of Clinton on ,v.l'fV saying if he had the opportunity to do it over, he would have inhaled. Does anyone find that damaging to Clinton? Obviously not, the polls haven't shifted in three weeks. Are '"1eople accepting Clinton's loose character, or are they jusi tired of Republicans bashing Democrats and vice versa?

Regardless, Perot adds the element of i:fistabUity: to a race that is as exciting as watching shag carpets regenerate.

FORGET. WHITE KNIGHTS,. I NEED A MECHANIC

A fearsome foe lurks in your lives, ready to strike at any-time. Oh yes, this evil opponent has the power to bring any of you to your knees. That is, unless you happen to be either a devout, non-automated Earth Day type or just a penniless pedestrian. I'm referring, of course, to car trouble.

Car trouble. How utterly generic this terrp. is, but, oh, so powerful.

You jump into your car, blissfully unsuspecting of your impending doom. You turn the key-no response. Or, perhaps, while cruising down the road, you hear strange noises from the vicinity of the engine. Lights begin to light. Tones begin to tone. Panic sets in. Car trouble.

At this point, no matter how educated and experienced you are in your chosen field, helplessness overwhelms you (unless you happen to be an educated and experienced car mechanic). If you don't know a distributor cap from a baseball cap or a radiator hose from pantyhose, professionals

must be consulted. And you know what that means-money talks or you walk.

Once your car is in "the shop,'' you are completely controllable. After all, you are without wheels. You may get the urge to go for food or rent a movie. You may actually walk to where your car should be. Then, it hits you like a head-on collision-you are less. A car-less person is very receptive to a well-timed phone call from "the shop," explaining the severity of the problem and the costliness of the needed part. Depending on the duration of the car trouble, you, .the helpless victim, may be ready to pay the ul.timate price-from the family jewels to your first-born child-to get back

on the road again. Desperate people make desperate decisions Assuming you have somehow bankrolled the necessary repairs, it is indeed a glorio:us day when you find yourself back in the driver's seat. Much like the recipient of a miraculous medical treatment, you have a new appreciation for your car's good health. Somehow, each moment behind the wheel seems new and special. And, your mechanic, much like the doctor who provided the treatment, becomes, in your eyes, someone to be revered, even adored. After all, he foiled your fearsome foe and eliminated your evil opponent. He got you out of car

Should Ross Perqt be allowed to participate in the presidential debates?

Laura

Herman

Jr.

"Sure, because there are like five republicans and five democrats that don't want him there. Of course, they don't want him to be on there. He'll keep them on the issues that they don't want to talk about."

Dr. Bill Clemente

self-proclaimed employee for the Clinton organization and the Dole campaign

"I don't like Perot. He's too short, has a big head and his ears are too large." ·

Compile.d By Heather (layson) .McKay

Kelsay

senior, social sciences secondary education

"I don't thlnk Perot should be allowed in because he wasted our time last electionWhy should we let him do it again?"

Loretta Tammen

freshman, education major

"I believe Perot should be in the debates because it will make things more interesting. He's someone else to think about, as well as his views."

Trip to Costa Rica planned to study criminal justice

By Katie Naprstek

turned from a study tqur to <;osta Rica. His excitement about the Dr. Kelly Asmussen, assistant trip inspired Asmussen fo look professor of criminal. justice, into it himself. from. his cri:minitl jus.tic;e The fad that Costa Rica is the class and ot:J:i.ers who have an in- oldest democracy in Central

:terestinstudying al?road areplC111- America also influenced his decining a trip to Costa Rica onJan. 3- sfon. Plus, the rate of currency 13. exchange is ve,:ry favorable to the Asmussen and several students American doll.flr, so students get will travel to Costa Rica to study more for their money. Costa Rica the country's justice system. "The is also only rune degrees from the trip will not only give the students equator, which means warm and a chance to.study.another system, wonderful weather.

b'\.lt they have to khow our system An interesting twist to the trip

:in order to compare the systems. is the help of Clarence Eash, a This also helps to learn our sys- former faculty member of PSC,

;tern better," said Asmtissen. who taught Spanish and worked

: Asmussen has been.teaching at in.the Cooperative Education de:Peru State for three years; and this P<trtiile:nt. :Eash will be here on

be his second. international Deci 9 to talk to the students who

tour. Last Year, he Clhd his · are planrung their cultural expe-::

.class went to Australia: "The ·ex" ··rience in Costa Rica.

;perience was remarkable. Just Students their own ex-

thefaces of the stu?ents, penses; .approxunately $1,000 plus :you can see the learriirig goi.i:ig on. meals. Asmussen and his stu-

:Their smiles make me feel good dents will be accompanied by stu-

'.and give me a sense of pride and dents from Washburn University accomplishment," he said. and Judge Jim Buchele of Topeka

Asmussen continued, "Not only · who will assist Asmussen with do we get the chance to.study the the study tour. justice system, but also the history, "After choC>sing Costa Rica, .culture, language and economy, things started falling into place. which all have an impact on the Maria Marnell, a resident of Peru, system and the. studen.ts: them- ·.· contactedher brother-in-law who ' l Th t ·""."'. ·' ".'.:1'. ·;:,: ·.'.': for- the Costa Rican Su- ves. e , • 'tural experience fhatfai surpasses · preme Court. He is helping to set any classroom experience or ma- up the itinerary for us once we get terial from a text." to Costa Rica. With the help of

In choosing Costa Rica, he con- these people and the cooperation suited with Mike Manske, assis- I have received, I look forward to tant professor of criminal justice another rewarding and fascinatat Washburn University in To- ing experience," says Asmussen. peka, KS, who had recently re-

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THE PERU STATE COLLEGE BAND marches into the fall 1996 school year with visible improvements, including new uniforms. Along with uniforms, the band also received two new timpani's, a vibraphone, a baritone and "lots of new percussion equipment," according to Cheryl Fryer, director of bands. The music program has also added several new pieces of stereo and recording equipment for tbe classroom and new audio materials for the audio library, Fryer.added Funds provided to the band through the PSC Foundation also allowed the purchase of a new computerized "charting program" for the marching band

Volunteers welcomed Office of Admissions needs student help for activities

The Office of Admission$ has planned several activities and events for the 1996-1997 academic year. In October, a telemarketing program will be implemented. Student volunteers will be needed from each of the .divisions to call prospective:students in their particular area.of study.

Help is needed with the Internet Home Page. Anyone who would like to work on the Home Page is encouraged to contact the Admissions Office. New, updated

Students attend bio-diversity seminar at Iowa State

By M. on Tht1ts'. Tom'.· of

biology, and seven unde:rgraduate students attended a bio-diversity seminar. The seminar was given by three-time Pulitzer Prize winner, and current leading voice in the scientific community, E. 0, Wilson. The seminar, held at Iowa State University in Ames, IA, of-

fered what Klubertanz termed," a opportunity to hear Wilson speak." · is the study of the fofal variation of all life in terms of different species present. Wilson spoke of the importance of recognizing the diversity we have throughout different species and being able to identify the many species that have not yet been categorized. During his presenta-

tion, Wilson also raised a strong concern about .the need for conseryation. · ' · , lit addition to bio-divetsity, Klubertanz and his students tended another seminar Wilson gave on tropical ants. The students were also able to visit three tindergraduate departments and tour the ISU campus while on their bio-diversity field trip.

changes are needep to make PSC more attractive on the Internet. The Office of Admissions will be hosting two open houses during the 1996-1997 academic year. The first will be held Wednesday, Nov. 20, and the second will be held Thursday, March 11, 1997. During the months of March and April, a series of overnight programs will be held. These programs offer prospective students a chance to bring a sleeping bag, stay overnight with a student and

attend campus events and classes. PSC students are also needed to visit their home high schools prior to vacation times in order to share their own thoughts and feelings about Peru State College. Students are also invited to ride along with the Admissions counselors when they visit area schools. The entire campus community is invited and encouraged to participate in these activities. Any questions should be directed to the Office of Admissions.

Grammy nominee Hutchinson to perform

On Oct. 2 at 8 p.m., singer Barbara Bailey Hutchinson will perform at the Peru State College

Student Ceriter. · :

Four-time wihrier of the National Association of Collegiate Activities' "Coffee.House Entertainer of the Year Award," and honored in "Campus Activities Today" magazine as 'best acoustic' and 'best small concert,' Hutchinson has become quite famous on the college circuit. Af-

ter being nominated for a Grammy Award, she finally won in 1996 for her latest project, "snuggle up."

Her style incorporates the rhythm of light rock, the acoustics of contemporary folk, the sultriness of jazz and the sincerity of country.

Hutchinson's ability to reach the hearts of people has repeatedly open doors for her career.

' -photo by Kim Olson

Lundak speaks on human relations

By Juliane lee

Imagine that your relationships with your boss, co-workers, friends or significant other could be ultimately transformed within only one hour's time ·Instead of constant friction in your daily assodations, you could find yourself becoming more understanding and developing a respect for others. Students and faculty who attended the "True Colors" lecture given by Assod'ate Professor of Psychology Dr. Joel Lundak on Thursday, Sept. 19, discovered how they could make this normally impossible task an attainable goal in their lives.

they affect one another's lives. Since people have a tendency to. identify with other individuals who are of the same makeup, diversity is usually looked down upon, while similarities are rewarded. Once people start to gain an understanding of others, then better relationships can be estab:lished and everyboc,lywins.

'.'.All they are work or marriage based, involve a basic power issue, "· Lundak said. "If you try to comprehend other people, why they are the way they are, you can better any relationship. You will instead be empowering the bond and eventually removing the power issue entirely."

September

27,

By Amanda Burley

On Sept. 16, an informational meeting was given by Linda Estes, campus nurse, in the Matthews Conference Hall. The meeting addressed the effects and symptoms of sexually transinitted diseases;

According to Estes, one in every 500 college students, and one in 250 of the general population have the H.l.V. virus. Many of which do not even know they carry the virus Estes feels that many students believe they are safe from STD's because Peru is such a small campus. However, one in every four people will contract a sexually transmitted disease at some point in their

According to Lundak, the "True Colors" program, often used by professionals to aid in family and marriage counseling and employment selection, has been instrumental in teaching people how Center. lives.

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The learning styles are divided into the following four categories: orange, commonly known as a risk taker; gold, conservative and

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Estes used very vivid, detailed slides about the effects and symptoms of many sexually transmitted diseases. She said that pictures are most effective because students usually "won't believe it until they see it." She stressed most that the spread of these diseases will not slow down until behavior patterns are Changed. Estes distributed free condoms, which you cart get anytime inthe Health Center, next to the Al Wheeler Activity Center. Testing for HIV and other STD's can be done a.i: the Nemaha County Court House in Auburn, by Planned Parenthood or by one of the doctors. For information about testing or other STD's, contact Linda Estes in the Health·

BOBCATS GO 3 ANDO!

Football team ·tops Dana C:.oll:ege in the Applejack Bowl

By Matt Maxwell little worried in the first quarter· as Peru State showed some big-

The game was far from pretty; game butterflies. A string of early but when the dust settled in Ne-. mistakesbeganimmediatelyafter braska City Sattirday night, the the coin toss as special Peru State gridii:on squad. still teams coverage broke down and held a spotless record. The 'Cats Dana'skickreturnspecialistJason improved to 3-0 with a gutsy 17- · Mitchell took the opening kickoff 10 win over the Dana College Vi- and raced 99 yards for the game's kings in the Apple Jack Bowl. first touchdown.

The .Bobcat faithfuls appeared a ,After kicking off, leading 7-0, ·

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27 vs. Washburn University (7 p.m.)

28

vs. Benedidine College (3 p.m.)

Oct. 2

vs. Concordia Col_lege (7p.m.)

Oct..4 - @ Doane College

Oct. 5

@ Graceland College '

; @ Benedictine:College

Oct. 10-13

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@Minneapolis, MN

Oct. 16

vs. Bellevue University (7 p.m.)

Oct. 18

@ Mt. Morty College

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@ Friends University

Oct.12

@ Hastings College

Oct. 19

@ Chadron State College

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·· Dana's defensive game plan became evident: Don't let the 'Rock' roll. The Vikings decided that if they were going.to be defeated, it was not going to be by letting Bobcat tailback Anthony "Rock" Lee roll up another big game on the ground.

Lee's quiet evening may have slowed the Bobcat offense, but they refused to be stopped. "We've been tr}1ng to establish a balanced attack," said P-State quarterback Jamie Stinson. "They were keying on 'Rock' big-time, so that opened things up for us on the outside on the pass."

And pass Stinson did, hitting over 50 percent of his pass attemptsfor 218 yards, including a 25 yard first quarter strike caught by Peru, State wideout Zack· Sangster at the Vtl<lng one yard line. On the next play, Lee took the hand-off and went through the right side of the line and into end z0ne for the 'Cats firstscore,

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tying the game at seven.

The score remained knotted at seven until just before the end of the first half when P-State place kicker Jeff Morgan connected on a big 47 yard field goal with time running out, giving the 'Cats a 107 lead at the half

The story of the game though was the Bobcat Defense. P-State's 'D' allowed Dana only 167 yards total offense, continually shut down the Viking offense, and stopped the Vikes three times on fourth down in the second half.

The biggest defensive stand of the evening, and the decisive series of the game, however, was one time the 'Cats didn't stop

Dana from scoring. After Dana's defense blocked a Bobcat punt deep in Peru State territory, and set the Vikings up with first and goal from the four, P-State's defense held their ground. Dana had to settle for a field goal, and crawled within a touchdown, 1710.

"We knew that if we kept them out then, we could win the game," said Bobcat linebacker and game MVP Kevin Vogel. After that stand, the Vikes drove into P-State territory twice more. Each time the 'Cats kept Dana off balance with a steady diet of blitzes, and both threats ended with no damage to the scoreboard.

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TOP: JESSE HENDERSON, defensive back for PSC defies the laws of gravitv as he withstands the force of a Tabor College plover's grasp which resulted in a major facemask penaltv. PSC trampled Tabor with a triumphant victorv of 56-0. -photo by Josh Anderson

LEFT: THE SPIN SHOWED 'left foot blue' allowing the Bobcats to crawl on top in an intriguing game of twister with the Dana Vikings. PSC beat Dana in the annual Applejack Bowl bv the score of 10. -photo by Andrea Tee

Volleyball squad moq,ing opponents down

!Jy Greg Wolfe

It has· been a long hard road for ,1e women's volleyball team with :he stress on long. The Lady 'Cats .1ave been on the road for the past two weeks with no breaks in between.

"The season is starting to catch up with us," said coach Todd iensen.

The long road ended with a fifth :Jlace finish in the Graceland Intournament and losses co 9th ranked Dordt College and 15.th ranked Northwestern, both ;)f wh6m fell to the 'Cats attack earlier this season.

"Those were oiir worst games of the season to date," said Junior Mara Russell, "I think we are just worn out from all the travelling."

The Ladies will now get some much needed time at home, and fensen and the players are looking forward to it.

First of all, they get to catch up ;)n some of their studies. Secondly, they finally get to show off in front ::>f the home crowd.

The volleyball team has' not lost at home in approximately three

years and plan on keeping the streak alive.

"Last weekend we lost to a couple of quality teams. Wins and losses happen and sometimes the losses are good. We plan to take these and use them as motivationin practice and our upcoming games," said Jensen;

"The season has been going : pretty good so far," commented JuniorJamie Hahn, "but we have the potential to get a lot better and we won't quit until we reach our goal of the National tournament."

Motivated by recent losses, the team has set some lofty goals. This shows how the women feel about their potential this year.

All they need now is some extra support from their fans. "The fans haven't seen us play good competition at home yet," said Junior Renee Moss," we love to see the fans at our games because it really pumps us up."

The next home games have them matched up with Washburn University tonight at Benedictine College tomorrow at 3p.m., and Concordia College nextTuesday at 7p.m

FEW GOOD MEN: loyalty to the al1mighty dollar destroying sports

What is happening to pro sports as we· know them? The slogan," 'Ve're in the money, We're in the ,noney" should be," We're in it for the money, We're in it for the ;tioney" according to the owners and players of today's sports. Money is making franchises. :iesert fans and cities. The game is being changed· irreversibly for awners, coaches, scouts, players and fans alike causing an upset to 'he 'Ole Ball Game.'

Art Modell, owner of the previms Cleveland Browns, moved the earn to Baltimore when Clevemd has been the city of NFL since ts origin. 'Why?' one decause of money! It's not like the Cleveland Browns played with a ,1erfball, had a field with bleach.:rs or no fanatic fans; they were, just greedy. I guess loyalty means iess than a stadium with cushion ;eats! Modell gave up the Dawg Pound for a nest of birds! What "Vas he thinking-dog is a man's ;est friend.

Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, defies the NFL by signing a contract with Pepsi when he knew damn well that Coca Cola is already the official soft drink of the NFL. He'll get what's coming to him, "His cheatin' heart, will tell on him." Don'tmistake.what I ain saying,' there iri Texas stadium, bui: it's in the players' pockets instead of in the venders' trays

To add to his cheatin' heart, Jones signed an individual contract with NIKE against the NFL' s approval. A team player? I think not. And by the way, Jones

recieves a very, low mark on the 1-10 butt rating system-a negative 5-and don't even get me started on his hair!

As for teams, you can't even have a favorite team or be a die hard fan anymore because the teams plflY red rover every year. Red i'over,_redrqver, send Mikey right over! It's like the game Hot' Potato. No one potato can stay in one person's hands for too long because they get hot and have to pass him off. What happened to the George Bretts of the Kansas City Royals, Mike Schmitts of the · Philadelphia Phillies and Walter

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Paytons of the Chicago Bears? Have they all become extinct like dinosaurs and salaries .in the $100,000 range?

·· Speakiri:g of.salaries, they are outrageous! Not only are the athletes asking for outlandish amounts of money, the owners are giving it to them.

Dieon Sanders, a Dallas Cowboy, has a $35 million contract. What does one do with $35 million? Well, Sanders rode around in comfort at his training camp in a luxury golf cart with leather seats and chrome rims. Come on, it's a golf cart, not a sports car, and I bet he doesn't even play golf I wish I had that much money to burn, and he had a corncob up his butt!

Michael Jordan, a Chicago Bull, has a $30 million contract for one year. He gefs paid $46,951 just for showing up to the game. We all want to be like Mike!

Then there's Albert Bell, a Cleveland Indian, who makes millions by throwing baseballs at enera s vvarrung: t you are going to t<}ke a picture of Albert Bell, make sure you wear a full suit of armor as he can be hazardous to your health.

Now, I don't want to give all sports figures (players or$) a bad rap, so kudos to John Stockton of the Utah Jazz and Tony Gwynn of the San Diego Padres who could go other places for more cash but choose to stay loyal to the organizations that gave them their opportunities. Neither one of these gentlemen.have won a world championship and may never as long as they play, but their love of the- game and their team is what reminds us of why we are avid sports.players and fans. Hats off, there are still a few good men!

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By Zeke Hatsklll (1854-1872) as channeled through Scott Krlchau

The Smashing Pumpkins

Live in Kansas City

That there leadin' singer fella looked like ma cousin Jim Bo, with a few mower teeth.

The Cure

Live in Denver

I couldn't not underst-, underst- know what they sung, but that lead singer there shore looked purty.

Edgefest

Concert in Omerha

I thank I coulda had have more fun playin' "Fetch the squirrel" with ma dog Rufus.

Snipe Huntin' leeshure activity

Them there little critters taste good, but they shore is fast! Shore hope the little lady cun catch one won of these days.

Lazlo's Stout

That's beer

It tasted lots like the well water I fetched in Payrue one time. I mades me all goofy ands stumbin' all over myselves. Wait a second. Maybe that really was sum of that there Payrue water.

Gevalia Mocha Kaffe

Fancy way 'a sayln' coffee

It had an interesting taste as well as brothy aroma-a fine beverage. It shore made good chewin' tabackie, but that there filter is purty tough ta git in yer mouth.

Social Distortion album worth the wait

Social Distortion finally released a new album: "White Light, White Heat, White Trash." It has been a long but worthwhile wait for some new material from these southern California punk legends. And for those of you with M1V, I hope you got to see "It Came From The 80' s II: metal goes pop" a couple of weeks ago. If you didn't get to see it you really missed out on the best marathon that channel has run in a very long time.

eWhen it comes to California punk, Social Distortion is a different breed. They have been around sil;lce the early 80's, releasing relatively few albums, but all of them are well worth the price of admission. This latest record is no exception. "White Light, White Heat, White Trash" rocks in typical Social Distortion fashion. Its blistering twin guitar attack coupled with Mike Ness's roadhouse vocals take you for a ride that you'll want to take over and over again. Songs like "Dear Lover," "Down On The World Again," "Gotta Know The Rules," and "Pleasure Seeker" are songs that knock the wind out of you. Capping off the album is a "hid-

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den" track, a cover of the Rolling Stones' "Under My Thumb" that is not only interesting, but really rocks as well. There are a lot of posers out there, but this is the genuine artide, a great band with a great album. Get this album. Beg, borrow, or steal; just do what you have to do.

On a nostalgic note, "It Came FromTue SO's II: metal goes pop," showed that sometimes a flower blooms in a manure pile. After seeing inane "Singled Out" and "Real World" marathons kill weekend afternoons on MTV, something as cool as 1980's metal videos was a shock. The videos were like a time warp taking me back to when I grew up. It was an era when bands like Motley Crue, Warrant, Cinderella, and Skid Row made albums that actually sold. Every member of every band wore leather, makeup,

and enough hair spray to become seriously flammable. For six hours I was glued to the 1V, and I realized two things: one is that those videos are even more fun to watch now; second is that the music was actually pretty good. Rediscovery is always enjoyable, so why don't you drag out that old Ratt or Poison tape that you hide from friends and give it a listen. You'll be glad you did.

Coming up at TJ's in Brownville is country band Outfit on Sept. 28, followed by Under The Influence, a good ole' American rock band Oct. 5. Oct. 19 a rock/ Alternative band Wolfgang Bang will play.

The answer to last issue's question is three; Tom Petty, Mike Campbell, and Benmont Tench. The question this time is : What two hard-rockers performed the duet, "If I Close My Eyes Forever?"

By Scott Krichau and Parry Docksiie ld'!'B"'h•a•ve

fC)oke.d at those dogs, and all I could see w more in the •t. wasted images of the (If oxyg · little funny. How $ can you look at a dog like one who knew the that and say, "Yeah, he's always knew thh rightf•ri just a regular dog, like questions. He always

he's the one wh·o was l/ll'ro.ng-

t;;ttif''s got S(,\jTIEi 'bc:)wl tasted it w;)i$ always t ';' ···;

But don't ypu knc,.w. How can they be? •4'ing the.re m.otionless in their own world. to elj;cape?·· Is th.ere something ii'tthis world so bad that they can't handle without being in some chemical trance? •••And If Spotty does it, it must be okay. Spotty wouldn't do thing to flurt himself. He wouldn't want me to do if It hurt me ••• maybe It is a11•1onT. •.••

Oh, who will escort the /adv to the ''privv?"

OUTSIDE THE GATES OF THE RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL in Bonner Springs. KS. T.J Boller, senior bioiogv/ chemistrv secondon,.1 ed , awaits potientlt,J as two valiant souls duke it out. CAB. in conjunction with Delzell and Morgon Halls, sponsored o trip to the festival at the end of September (see related article on page 5).

-photo by Angie Williams · ·

Crime Dog on Campus

A drug-sniffing dog demonstration from the Nebraska State Patrol will appear on campus Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. The location will be announced next week.

Support Services Renewed

The U.S. Department of Education has renewed funding for Pern State's Student Support Services program for 1996-1997.

The renewal consists of a $175,000 grant which provides 100 per cent funding for the program. The program is designed to help stiidents who may be "at risk" for success in college.

Last year, over 300 students were served.by the program.

Entries Encouraged For iomecoming Parade

Entries are wanted for the 1996 PSC Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Nov. 9. All campus clubs and organizations are welcome to

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participate. Cash prizes will be awarded in the Float and Deco.rated Vehicle categories. This year's theme is "Add Red to Our White and Blue." For an entry form, contact Jackie Williams at 872-2225.

"Needles & Tchread" at Art Gallery

A traveling art exhibition entitled "Needles & Thread" is being housed in the PSC Art Gallery in the Jindra Fine Arts Hall. The exhibit is a multi-media show featuring work by four woman artists and a writer.

This exhibit, which was four years in the making, will be the subject of a special by Kansas public television and. has been featured on NBC television.

The Art Gallery is open Monday-Thursday or by special appointment. The exhibit closes Nov. 22. For more information contact Peggy Jones at 872-2275.

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Teams Cqntinue to Roll Pages 6&7

Wha1.They Didn't Want You to See

By Krys Leeds

Dr. Sara Brandes Crook, assistant professor of social sciences, was recently elected to the Board of Trustees of the Nebraska Historical Society. "The state of Nebraska has a lot to offer that isn't being tackled." And Crook is ready to tackle.

As a member of the governing body of the Nebraska State Historical Society, Crook hopes to strengthen Nebraska's educational outreach programs. She believes these programs are essential in retaining Nebraska's own talented youths.

After being nominated, Crook

October 11, 1996 was required to obtain 25 signatures and tum in a·statement of her goals, as well as a biography, before she would.be considered for the position.

Crook will be only somewhat involved in the day-to-day activities of the State Historical Society. Her position will address more significant issues including acquisition of additional historical buildings and artifacts. She also hopes to encourage more citizen participation, thereby ensuring that the Nebraska State Historical Society works for all Nebraskans. "I want to help spread the excitement about our state and its rich heritage to those who will lead in the future." being involved with the Nebraska State Historical Society, Crook, along with Dr. Dan Holtz, professor of English, fo1md time this past summer to co-direct a graduate institute and tour from Pern State College entitled "Trails and Tales." According to Crook, the purpose of the tour was to develop appreciation for Nebraska's heritage through literature and history.

Career and graduate school fair

Ca;reer Connections to be held in Lincoln

Career Connections is a career and graduate school fair for all stlidents which will be held Oct. 22 from 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. in the Devaney Sports Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Workshops at Career Connections will be targeted toward career and job"search issues. An interviewing fashion seminar will also be held. Plus, students will

be able to meet.with local and national employers. Career Help Tables will be stationed to critique student resumes. Currently, 104 employers and 48 gradw:1.te and professional schools are participating in the career fair. Career -Connections is sponsored by the College Placement Association of Nebraska Schools (PeruState is a member of this or-

ganization) and coordinated by UNL Career Services and the UNL Office of Graduate Studies. Transportation from Pern State will be provided. Sign-up sheets for vans for Career Connections are located in the Cooperative Education/ Career Services Office in the Administration Building, room 105 or call 872-2243 for further information.

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Speaker to tell spooky stories

By Krys

CAB brings the "essence of Halloween" to Peru. Storyteller

Dway:rie Hutchinson is scheduled to perform 8 p.m. Oct. 30 in the. Coffee House, located in the basement of the Student Center.

Hutchinson, the author of three books, has researched ghosts from· the midwest, including the al-· leged ghost of Wesleyan University: "W:e.wanted to get something. · related to Halloween--,some sort of ghost or UFO speaker, but we also wanted something related to this area. Hutchinson has experiences specifically from Nebraska," said Marcy Eddinger, CAB member.

Tim Zavala, junior psycholqgy major, who has seen Hutchinson perform before ?Jld said, "It was cool! It was interesting, and if he can keep Tun Zavala' s attention, he can hold anyone's."

OFFICERS AND SPONSORS for the State College student organization known as ACES include (front row. left) Amv Rut, Alma Cross. Angelique Mason. (bock row. left) sponsor Greg Mitchen. Shane Buresh. Jennifer Olsen and sponsor Pam Williams. -'-photo by Kent Propst

ACES and CAB sponsor disabllities week

The Association for Challenged Some ot the activities included talked .at a luncneon about the and Enabled Sti.idents (ACES) and a video presentation which fea- ·Para-Olympics. CAB sponsored. disabilities week tured disabled comedians and ACES group slogan reads "Our at Peru State College Oct. 7-11. "Disabilities Jeopardy." Also, the similarities outweigh our differDuring this week, various activi- movie "My Left Foot" wassJ:iown They serve as advocates were held to show that those as part of the Cinema Classics se" ·for the disabled; providing supwith disabilities are no different ries. Dr. Kelly Asmussen, assis- port and 'information for and than anyone else. tant professor of criminal justice, about students with learning or · · physical disabilities.

Work-study opportunities open· for students:who· qualify

By Tess Gruber

Are you one of the fortunate students who is eligible for workstudy? Would you like to participate in the work-study progrCJ,m?.

·· Weil; it is not as easy a:s it sounds.

Work-study is based on a "rieed" factor. The income and financial resources that a student or 1 a student's parents receive decide who can participate in the workstudy program. ·

(All EVENTS LISTED. ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

This·eomplicai:ed process begins with fhe college sending an application to the Department of Education to see if they can participate in federal aid: The college

. i? then ciwarded funds for c;ampus b_ased programs, pt].e of_ '\-\".hi ch is work-study. Next the students must apply for aid, and if all is well.according to federal regulations, a student is awarded aid · After ali the•paperivork is completed,, the ie,deral_.government gives the college a set lump sum of money to use on the workstudy program. The college must match 25o/". of total work;'st'l:ldy il)e b.e piete. Dwight Garman, director of financial aid, feels that this is a good investment bee<\use the c9lc lege gets the help they need, _ind

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: the students get the money they may be eligible for the program, · need. but the funds just aren't available

It is the U.S. Department of Edu- for that student. cation who decides which stu- If you are a student who would dents are eligible, not Financial like to participate in the workAid, and it is the federal govern- study program, or would like to ment who sets up"fue rules ana '··know if you are eligible for the regulations· that the.school must program, go to the financial aid. follow. office. and check it out. If you

These campus based programs aren't eligible or would like a job first began in the 1970's; work- on campus that isn't work-study study started as an attempt to help related:, talk -to· Ted· Harshbarger : those students on financial aid. who is in charge of Cooperative

The demand for work-study in- Education and Career Services locreases and dec;rease_s frqm .year :cated on the}ower level of the to year. During a 'l;VQr:ls-c , .A_dministr<1tion building. study is high in del,lland, astuaent · ·

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Patriotic theme decision

Is patriotism an appropriate horriecoxfilitg theme? Whatever·· happened to the traditional-styled themesj the themes that · had something to do with beating our opponep:ts or with football in general? Here's a crazy idea-...,':V:hat about a theme. ·dealing with our school rather than our cofors? ·

Where did this year's theme come from? fu the past, stu-. dents gave their suggestions to Student Senate/who in turn passed it on to the administration. This process insured that students' opinions were at least heard.

Was that process followed this year? According to some past and present Student Senate members the homecoming theme was brought to them only after it had.been decided upon.

How can an administration that prides itself upon student input make a decision concerning homecoming without student input?

SNAP DECISIONS BY KIDS CAUSE FOR CONCERN

Compiled by Heather (Layson) McKay

What do . you think ·of the :Homecoming theme "Add Red to Our White and Blue?"

Andrew Davis

freshman 111usic major

"I feel that the theme is too much like the Fourth of July. We should come up with something new and innovative."

Colonie Martin sophomore robotics/electronics

·technology major

"I think that the theme is really good beca9se a lot of colleges don't place enough emphasis on patriotism anymore. I think that yoimg people are getting too used to having all these freedoms, so I think it's nice to make people aware."

Anne-Marie Taylor junior special education major/music minor

"I think they could have found a. theme that went along with.this being our 75th an.niversary instead of adding red. io our white and blue." ·

Clinton's ideas O.:n

President Clintoit, in his accep.nce speech this summer, stated 'lat he wanted "to build a bridge J the 21st century ii1 which we an expand opportunities cirough education." In a time Nhen just a high schoo!education wm barely qualify you for even the lowest paying jobs, we need a plan which boldly offers the students of America, and their families, the means in which to achieve that. The President addressed a multi-level new education strategy which addresses this; · •

First, Clinton wants fo fund school modernization arid new construction programs. Children cannot learn if they do not have the facilities. He wants the INTERNET and computer; to be

"This is Kellen's teacher. Please call me." Oh, great. Just what I wanted to hear, walking in the door after the marathon that truly had been my day.

I dialed the number, wondering, "What's he done now?" You see, Kellen, my messy son; rails against injustice wherever he sees it, regardless ofwho's on the .receiving end-well, especially if he thinks lte's on the receiving end. Add a bit of class clown and a fully-functioning brain, and you end up· with <;1 charming little smart-ass.

Kellen's teacher filled me in Apparently, my little angel had snapped the sports bra of a classmate, unfortunately female. I immediately began to worry. Being an education student here at PSC made me very aware of the possible seriousness of the situation. Not to mention all of the recent hoopla over an innocent kiss between a couple of six-year-old students in North Carolina.

As she continued, troublesome phrases filtered through my panicky thoughts, "in today's atmosphere," "riot like it used to be," "sexual harassment," "legal action"!?!

She asked me to talk to him

about the incident. As if I could be stopped. I began by asking for more details. Evidently, she (the gid) said something, then he said something; She pushed him. He snapped. Literally. Sounded pretty normal. I mean, it's not as if he lurked about, longing for lingerie.

Still, I made clear to him these-. rious ramifications of his rudeness. I impressed upon him the importance of avoiding any activity involving the clothing, hair, skin, eyes, ears, hands, lips or tongues of any classmates,· especially. the tongues.

I told him the story of the sixyear-olds- and how the boy was expelled from school. , I pointed out the ridiculous decision of the school administrators. I noted the media circus made of the incident.

I explained the quick turnaround by wishy-washy, counsel-seeking, handbook-holding school offi-

cials. I included the fact that the valuable time of teachers, students, parents, reporters and the rest of us was wasted over a harmless school-yard incident.

I concluded, "After all, if the teachers hadn't seen the kiss, the world would have never known and those kids would have been just fine!"

Before I got too carried away by the injustice of it all, I directed my attentions to my son before me. Satisfied that my job was done, I asked if he had learned anything from his experience.

He replied, "I know I'll never snap a girl's bra again." Ready to be patted on the back for my wise words,· I asked, "And why is that?"

"Because she slapped me real hard on the side and it hurt-a lot!"

I guess if we leave them alone, they will be fine.

"primary bridge into the 21st century"

as much a Of the classroom as the blackboard.

Second, he supports the need for more highly trained teachers. Children cannot learn if they do not have the faculty that can give them the tools. This also includes the right of pa.rents to choose which scl109l their children go to,• expanded schools, establishment· of moi:e charter toughet. iequireJ:!lerits for stu4ent$ :an.d:.rewards for extellenc:e iri teaching'. Ciintonstated, "By 2000 the single most critical thing we can do is give. every single American who wants it the chance to go to college." He outlined a plan which will cut taxes while allowing every student who wants it the

opportunity for a universal two year college program. A yearly $1500 for the first two years will be identified as a tuition tax credit in the form of a "Hope Scholarship" to make the typical community college program available to anyone who wants it. For those working families who have kids continuing college, Clinton supports a $10,000 a year tax deduction. Furthermore, he desires the

establishment of tax-free Individual Retirement Accounts specifically designed for college education'. Under his plan the middle class American would not be taxed for money spent on college.

Over 40 per cent of American eight-year-olds cannot read_properly. Clinton demands the establishment of a dear national goal that by 2000 every third grader can read on his own. This will be

accomplished through a series of funded reading specialists and National Service Corps personnel who will work to train a million volunteers to help children read.

Clinton is deeply committed to education for he believes, as I do, that education is the primary bridge into the 21st century. Bob Dole and the Republican-led Congress, on the other hand, believe that the Department of Education should be abolished. Perhaps Mr. Dole's "bridge to the past" means that he supports quality education for only those who can afford it. The elections are coming up in November the choices have been presented only the American voter can say on which bridge W€ shall walk.

Internship with Miami Dolphins great experience for Hendricks

By Jen Froeschl

Can you imagine what it would be like to spend your summer vacation working with dolphins?

Gregg Hendricks, senior sports management m,ajor, did just that. But he "didn't work with dolphins sporting fins and flippers.

Instead,Hendricks worked with dolphins decked out in pads and helmets as an intern with the Miami Dolphin football team.

Hendricks was fortunate to obtain the internship through Peru State Career Services. As a member· of the five man equipment manager intern crew, Hendricks worked with the quarterback ·coach, Gary Stevens.

"My main task was coordinating time management. I was in charge of timing each drill session," Hendricks said. Other du-· ties included locker·room invenc tory, laundering game and prac·tice gear; preparing and ing players uniforms and equipment to and from the airport, while also running errands for the front desk. These errands included special tasks for the Dolphin first string quarterback,Dan Marino, such as picking up his clothes from the tailor.

While working with the quarterbacks on a daily basis, Hendricks was able to develop a unique re-

lationship with them. Besides working with Marino, Hendricks became acquainted with backup QBs Bernie Kosar, Mike Buck and Dan McGwire. ·

"I didn't care that they were making the big bucks," he said. ''I treated them with respect, but not as if they needed to be worshipped." · · Hendricks believed that he was respected by the players because he showed respect to them. "I'd say that my relationship with the players was below a friendship, but above an acquaintance."

The summer in Florida wasn't all work for Hendricks. .On his time off he was able to take in the sites of the area by traveling to the beach. A special highlight of the whole experience was meetmg Angela Basset, an actress starring in "Waiting to Exhale," and receiving an autographed picture of her.

Hendricks left the football field and returned to the com fields of Nebraska Aug. 26 with .a wealth of knowledge from his work with the Dolphins. His interpersonal communication skills were enhanced along with ability to. players.

Most importantly, he walked. away from the training camp realizing that "no matter what a person's dreams are, one must never settle for second best."

Hendricks has already been invited back next season, but has made no commitment. "If I have the opportunity, I'd like to work with another team for a different experience," he concluded.

ALTERED

FOCUS was the name guitarist and vocalist

Alan Vogt thought best represented the trio's desire to concentrate on their music. The group's members are

Vogt. senior David Radke and Brian Steele.

Peru band 'Focus'es on killing· apathy

By Krys Leeds

"Just because this- isn't L.A. or Seattle doesn't mean there aren't hands around here that make good music," said David Radke, drummer for Altered Focus, a Perubased alternative band. And he and the rest of the band are on a mission to prove it. ."There's. a real lack of attentionpeople are real apathetic to the local music scene," said Brian Steele, bassist and vocalist.

In the spring of 1994, Steele and Radke hooked up with Alan Vogt, a co-worker of Steele's. Each was looking to form a band, but was unable to find others "with the talent or desire." Then one night, jamming in their living room, Altered Focus was conceived through a disturbing the peace band hoping to end the apailiy.

"We wanted a name that was about us and what we represented." Vogt came up with.Altered Focus, believing th'af the word "Focus" would help keep the band dedicated.

Altered Focus, consisting of Radke, senfor music marketing major; Steele, a graduate of Peru; and Vogt, guitarist and vocalist, started out by playing at area par- • ties and small town bars.

:Acq:>rding fo Radke, Omaha's popular Blue Moon Ghetto set the guys up with their first big gig.

"We had gone to Sharky's (in

added, "You can hear the music and comprehend the lyrics. It's not just rioise." Radke feels their music has "kind of a '70' s feel. It's very dynamic." Their demo-tape, "Dripping with Cheese," features 11 original songs, six of which they plan to include on their upcoming CD.

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Omaha) to check out the place and we met the members of Blue Moon Ghetto. A few weeks letter they asked us to play with _them at Saddle Creek bar (in Omaha)."

'Now.the local band plays with just about everybody including national act Crumb from San Fransisco.

The members describe their ·music as "listener friendly::' Steele

"Dripping with Cheese" was chosen as a commentary on today's music scene said Radke "So much music today is cheesy and sugarcoated; and

people just eat it up, even though it's really bad. Not saying our music is cheesy; it just pretty much describes the music of the times."

Altered Focus will be performing _at the Lyon's Den bar in Brock on Thursday, Oct. 31 at 9 p.m. The band will be taking donations to raise money to produce their first CD.

With the election around the corner, Crook encourag•s stodents to get· involved in politics

By Kim Milligan

"The salvation of the state is watchfulness.in the citizen." This quote, from the Nebraska State Capitol, is one of Dr. Sara Crook'sfavorites. Crook, an assistant professor of history I political science, repeats it to people who think that

government is some distasteful, far-away entity that has nothing to do with daily life. "A lot of the · things that are decided in Washington, D.C. and Lincoln do affect us here at Peru State," she said.

Crook pointed out that the national government decides how much money will be allocated for

loan programs, and that · ll a.m. - 1.p.m. the Nebraska state: go_vemment dents can fill out voter registration decides the require!I!ents for en- forms and absentee ballot retry into teacher «:;ducation; among quests. Volunteers at the table will other things. not be able t6 register voters or '[o encourage s_tudents to partici- secure absentee ballots, though. pate in government;' Crook iS or- · ·All forms must be sent to the ganizing a voter registration drive County Clerk. Oct. 15 & 16 in. the PSC Student <;:urious students have .several

tools to help them learn candidates' stands on important issues. Newspapers, news magazines, and television channels such as CNN and C-SPAN are some of the most obvious sources of information. Crook noted that campaign offices and state parties are also accessible and informative.

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Despite disab·iHty, K1tous shows dedication pays off to achieve goals

By Gretchen M. Stukenholtz

they had tc:/mcive. it 180 de- · push myself to achieve what I am ·grees to :get l.t .somewhat straight hoping for," he said.

Jesse Krousr sophomore now,':'KJ:Qtissaid'.Numeroussur- .AsKrousgrewupinLincoln,he ness major, has gotten used to · geries I<rolls':s stilllooks learned to accept biS ilifferences, ing different from everyone else. :differel}f)\i\)-qfJ;i.e:Ieaft\ed to accept at some times more 'than other He has learned how to cope With. this :.diss1ipilapty ·move• tin)es:. "I have those days just like working harder to accomplish .ward.; : , : · : <· anyorie else when I'll\ mad arid I what .some people can more eas- . KtQt;ts:ha;S :pl:ovedchls determi- don't want 'to deal with other ily achieve, and has acc,epted the> riation_ to :achieve lus goals, and · people; especially those wanting factthat he Will never wrestle or.· Baseball is ohe of them. "Krous is to know .what happened to my play football. But through will , a: great tp our)eam. · arm. For the most part thpugh I ,and skill he has scoreci a spot on He has :a f;it{mertdOµs am0 Urit of·· rEi,ally don:t mind talking about · the PSC baseball sqm1d. ·.· · hear(a_nd w(>rFetl:rlc. ·.·He •· my.situation With anyone who is

When Krous was born he had a is :a '.'p,fa;y¢r.;that pusiiil)g cutio'us and wanfs i:o know," he defect in his right arm; a defect ariq(b,e .keeps the. guys said. that would slow Krous doWn: for going af. sai;rie time," Kroushopes to continue playing the rest of his life: Ot sol\ispar" Basketban<:oachDaV:eTeskesaid. baseball for the .Bobcats until the ents thought. Tue half:: or Orte ofXrous::S greatest 'long wad to graduation is traKrous's arm (the ulna) was disfig- plishmentS at Peru State w,as earn- versed with the dedication and ured, caµsing.H to_.be smaller than· ing a p9siµon pitching for the !3pQ- ·su pp9rt from his coaches and the rest of his bones, .so docfors catbaseballteam:Hehas:learned teammates. -.Teske said' that the removed :r-art With no future use. to work hard to achieve his goals. only disability that could stop him "I was just a_ baby when. they "I feel like I hav:e to keep striving · is one he creates in his mind. started doing sµrgeries on my to improve; that includes lots of Krous' teammates applaud his arm. My parents told me how my hard work and_ devotion on my strong work habits and enjoy the -arm was so twisted backwards part. I have to be responsible and positive attitude he brings to the

field. Senior psy_chology I sociology ma_jor Steve Young said, "Krous is a team player with a lot of dedication. He is a player that keeps pushing himself and the team to improve." Krous has proven himself to be a leader both on and off the field. Although he isn't a starting pitcher, it is a definite goal he wants to achieve in his future at. Peru State. Krous believes every day is a reality check for him, but with dedication and

hard work someday his reality may be a starting pitcher for the Bobcats.

Renaissance Festival more than men in tights

By Freedom Robinson

two free tickets, won by Sarah Wiseman, freshman secondary

On Sept. 28, CAB, in association education/English major, and with. Delzell and Morgan halls, Anne-Marie Taylor, junior special to:ok 25 Peru State students. back education with a minor in music. to the days the old when men With four visits under his belt, accessorized and women loved veteran Fest-goer Spencer th.em for it. Shanda Hahn, senior Duncan, seniormathematics/seclanguage arts major, said, "Time ondary education major, sugjust stood stilL I would love to go gested the idea of a campus-sponagain." · · · - · · · soredexCursiontothefestival. He

surrounding their coordinator Jamie Boeck Seffron (Center). include (clockwise from front) Rachel (alJahafi. Kqtie Gilbert. (ind1,r Wingert. Keri Hein, Heidi Kirkendall. Terri Shanks and .Loretta Tamme11 N_at. pictur,ec;:J Kim Muth

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The students, accompanied by said, "I did it for educational purSpecial Events Coordinator Peggy poses-the festival emphasizes Groff, journeyed to the annual music, history and English." Renaissance Festival in Bonner Some of the attractions of the Spriflgs, KS., outside of Kan- festival. were a jousting match sas City. CAB provided the vans held in· full armor and perforand Delzell/Morgan offered tick- mances by jesters and jugglers. ets for students living on and off Sara Anton, senior secondary campus. special education-speech/ drama

There was also a drawing for enjoyed the history mu-

seum filled with ancient torture devices. Small booths were set up around the five acre festival, in-· eluding candle, basket and jew• elrymakers, as well as glass blowers, wood carvers and a masseuse.

About 11 PSC students attended the festival in full Renaissance re· galia. Anton said, "If anyone gets the chan!=e, go We were .there for six hours and still didn't see everything." Many students do recommend taking about $40 to spend.

For anyone who is interested in attending the festival, tickets are still available until Oct. 14, the last day of the festival, from Spencer Duncan, room 107 Delzell, or phone 872"6495. The price is $8.95 per ticket.

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B\rockman, Houge_ intramural of the year candidates ·

By Andrea Tee

Editor's Note: Starting this week, each issue will contain. an lntramu· ral, "Player of the Year" candidate. AH· Intramural participants are eligible for this most prestigious award. So let the battle of the annual intramural "Plav.r of the. Year" begin. ' ·

Ryan Hogue, sophomore social sciences major, and Mindy Brockman, junior English/psychology major, both became finalists in the "Player of the Year" award after winning the punt, pass and kick competition held Sept. 24.

Hogue punted a ripping 42 yarder, threw a 51 yard pass and kicked 41 yards to beat out his opponents for the honorary intramural shirt wearer. "I did a decent job, but I tried my best," said Hogue. When he isn't playing intramurals, he enjoys playing basketball, Candyland and bingo, and pinching the wings of feeding mosquitoes together, forcing the insects to suck too much blood from his arm and eventually exploding. What a rush!

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While Hogue was busy with his flying · friends, Brockman punted for 25 yards, threw a 29 yard pass and kicked a whopping 9 yarder, allowing her to squeeze by her opponents untouched. "I just got lucky; heck, I only had a 9 yard kick!", said Brockman. Her hobbies inelude golfing, riding her tricycle and pinching the glowing parts off fireflies and games up to wearing them as rings. She just has that certain glow about her!

Good luck to the first two candidates and may the best player win!

Statistics include all

Oct. 8

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5-0 (+152)

3-3 (+ 13)

2-2 (-60)

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1-4 (-53)

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"'ecJ/llil'!rEllTJ,i Bobcats look to break Broncos

By Matt .Maxwell

the line ofscrimmage, legitimate score, a field goal. allowirig Bobcafninilei:s plenty of·· Frierids' other score came wheri

The Peru State Bobcats daylight. The "big uglies" up PSC's pass coverage broke down, ued their winning ways Sept. 28, front did their part as well giving resulting in an 87 yard touchdown as J:hey traveled south to Wichita, quarterback Jamie Stinson ample pass. P-State's defense has given KS and defeated Friends College time to find open receivers down up a minuscule 20 points in their 24-10. Asolic;l ground attack and field. Wideout Terry Rice did his last three games. another outstanding defensiveef- bestJerry.Riceimitationofthesea- The 'Cats had last weekend off, fort helped the 'Cats run their son, gaining 102 yards on seven giving them an extra week to conrecord to a perfect 4-0. completions, one for a touch- centrate on a big contest this Sat-

PSC's offense turned in an im- down. Place.kicker Jeff Morgan urday night at Hastings College. pressive performance, piling up also came through again with an- The last two years Hastings has 380 yards of total offense. Peru other long field goal, this time proven to be a thorn in the side of State tailback Anthony Lee and from 44 yards out. the Bobcats. Last year the two the Bobcat line led the way offen- Once again the Bobcat defense teams fought to a tie, and a year sively as Lee chewed up 152 yards dominated their opponent. The earlier Hastings squeaked out a and a touchdown. The men in the 'Cats "D" seems to operate on a one point victory.

Hastings' smash mouth-style run ning attack. Hastings does no seem to attempt to surprise any one. They line up and run th• football straight ahead. Veterans ·Kent Chase an, Jermaine Sharpe should be bad in action after being out of th• lineup with injuries. Offensively, look for PSC to tr. and establish the running gamo early. Hastings has a talented anc experienced secondary that ma; frustrate the P-State passing at tack. If the 'Cats are successful 01 the ground, the Hastings second ary will be forced to help defens• the run, opening up the Bobca aerial attack. trenches seemed anything but simple idea: Wewon'tloseifthey P-State's defense gets a chance friendly towatds Friends as they don't score. P-State gave up one to show some muscle against

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four PSC records broken against Doane

By Greg Wolfe

7 and a record of 53 assists was set by Stacey Fitch.

"Wehavenowreachei;ithehrrn:, Coach Jensen was not entirely

'.ng point in our season,'' sai:d surprised with thefrperformance. farriie Hahn in reference.to the "The great thing is that many of .ipset cif #3 regionaliy ranked the previous rec9rcis, were set ..:;race land College. "Now .w.e }Vithin the last 2 weekS. l hope we. have the confidence and know· .can CQnti1u1e to set and break that tan compete with anyone records .each week through the that we come across." ·remainder offue season."

The Bobcat volleyball team fin- This weekend the team heads :shed up a stellar week and a half north to Minneapolis for a tour>oy going undefeated to raise their nament. "This will be a different c-ecord toanimpressive22-4mark. experience for us," said native

Ihey capped off last weekend by Minnesotan Mara Jade. "This beating a regional powerhouse in gives u:s a chance to face some ::;raceland College. "All the play- new competition outside of the ·-rs knew that this was an impor- midwest and see how we are." ant week and they all stepped up They know that the trip will be md contributed," Coach Todd tough on them. "We ar.e going to ensencommented, "I think that's have to be playing at our best," 111 you could ask for at this point added Jamie Hahn. "We are aln the season." ready three-quarters of the way

Let us stress that the ladies through the season and can't .;tepped it. up. Not onlydid they have any setbackS."

Jeat Graceland College, but in the Their preparation for the postnatch versus Doane four PSC season will bring the Lady Cats ·ecords were set. Kendra Cory led back from Minnesota for their :he way with 20 kills, Jaisa Kap- riext home game Wednesday at 7 Jas set a single game record with p.m. )0 digs, Kendra Jacobsen recorded

Do you hear us knocking, nationals? We're coming

Give me a B-B! Give me a 30B-BOBI Give me a C_:_C! -;ive me a CATS-CATS! What's hat spell? BOBCATS! Who are ve? BOBCATS!! ':\'ho's gonna win? BOBCATS!!! And that's ex,ctly what our Cats are doing.

Our football and volleyball earns are on an unstoppable, unJeatable winning streal<:.l Can't 'OU just hear the Cats growl? If ·ou can't, then you haven't been , any of the ga!Ues!

The football te.arn .hq.s a 4-0 2cord after. erminating Tabor, devouring )ana and fric:asseeing Friends!

Vhile I'm the.subject .of 'riends-in. the game, two of 'SC's starting defensive linemen 'llere injured and tw;o backup linenen for PSC, weighing about a mck eighty apiece, went into the ;ame and kicked some fanny! )oes that show drive or what, seeng how they were going up igainst players weighing about lbs! Which just goes to how- the bigger they come the

harder they fall!

The Bobcats are off to a great start, a start they haven't had since 1;990,, -With head ·coach Dick Strittmatter, ·assistant coaches Miller and Mark MaJ;hews (both of four years) and iµany. student ,coaches. behind them, they have put some p:r:etty impressive numbers on the board, including 68 first downs, 13.9 sacks and fo11r interceptions.

Antf1ony (Rock) Lee, junior running back, leads the team in touchdowns with seven and rushing yards with 324. When the opponents said,:'"Give me the rock," they gof the Rock all right, all 210 lbs of him.

· Terry Rice, senior wide receiver, is at the top of.the receiving line with 188 yards. Give him a yard, and he'll take that pigskin a mile!

Jamie Stinson, junior quarterback; has passed fora total of 661 yards while only being sacked three times. This is Stinson's third year here at PSC and "By George, I Think He's Got It!"

Kevin Vogel, junior line backer, tops the tackling list with 35. If I were an opponent, I think I'd ask to play some flag football instead!

For this issue's "tush" on the revamped tush rating system (formerly known as the butt rating system), I will have to go with #39 of the home.team Bobcats, giving

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Moving on to the Bobcat volleyball team: the ladies are22-4 after more than pummeling their opponents from York to Dana.

Winning is nothing new to the Lady Cats, who have gone to Nationals two out of the last three years. Even though.they are under a new· head coach, Todd Jensen; 'the c'oaching change hasn't thrown off their chemistry.

Kendra Cory, junior middle blocker, pounced into the lead 243 kills under belt. I don't think I want to meet her in a dark, deserted alley!

Stacy Fitch, junior setter, has 607 assists. Watch out for Stacyshe's on fire!

K,endra Jacobson, sophomore outside hitter, has buried 36 aces and is still going strong. This just proves that dynamic girls sure do pack a mean punch.

Jaisa Kappas, junior outside hitter, is one to watch for doing som-

ersaults and diving on the floor with 279 digs. Is she in the right sport with all of these acrobatics? She might even be stopping to ponder that thought during so1ne of the games, as she has been hit with the leather about four times as her teammates yell "Out!" while she tries to get out of the way.

Even though I have singled out some of the top players, this doesn't mean that the rest of the players aren't good. It takes a team to win and a team to lose, which means that these teams have been working together and clicking; and there is no better feeling than that (speaking from an alumnus PSC softball player's point of view).

These athletes are out there giving it their all, juggling school along with all night road trips, and are doing a fantastic job.

Let's get out there, work together as a team, give a 110% and most of all, have the desire to win. Ready-Break!

READY FOR THE BIG BUMP, Kendra Con,i #2 positions herself while her teammates get set to return the favor to Washburn. The vollevboll team's record is on impressive 22-4. -photo by Andrea Tee

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On Sunday Oct. 6, President Bill Clinton and contender Bob Dole debated for the first time. This event, moderated by Jim Lehrer, was supposed to be live. However, our crack investigative crew discovered that the event was actually run under a two minute tape delay due to the unrredictability of the candidates and the hostile crowd. We obtained a copy o the out-takes from the debate, and as our duty, we report them to you.

8:02-Bill Clinton extends his right hand to Bob Dole. Clinton finds himself pummeled by draft cards from the audience.

8:17.:._THE ISSUE: C:linton's use of drugs.

DOLE: And let me tell you something about cannabis, mister. Bob Dole's been backstage with (Jimi) Hendrix. Bob Dole knew Hendrix. You are no Hendrix.

CLINTON: What are you talking about?

DOLE: You know what Bob Dole's talkinl$ about, hydroponic boy. When Bob Dole gets into the White House, he's going to grab your beatnik buddies by their goatees and beat 'em over the head wii:h their Doors. alb.urns. It's time to take back the Lincoln Room, America!

8:32-THE ISSUE: Tax Reform.

CLINTON: and under Bob Dole's tax plan, hardened criminals, even sex offenders who have been released from prison, will get the same tax cut. Now, that's not fair to those Americans who have never been a sex offender.

DOLE: It says-

CLINTON: The same cut-

DOLE: LET BC?B DOLE FINISH! In J?aragraph 77 of the J.W. Gacy section of my proposal, it says exactly what kind of cut Bob Dole gives sex offenders.

8:46--Jeff Tarango's wife slaps Lehrer for an incorrect call he made in the second set.

8:51-Dole shrieks like a school girl after he sees-his worst fear happen bef?re his eyes-the ghost of Thomas Dewey walks across the stage ana chants, Avenge me! Avenge me!"

?:57-Clinton laughs uncontrollabl):7 Bob scrutinizes him for saymg he would not pardon those convJCted m the Wh1tewa ter scandal. Clinton then says, "C'mon Bob. What do you want from me?"

9:04--When Lehrer asks the question about whether or not abortion should be a state issue, both candidates say, '.'Okay. Next question."

Type 0 Negative blows away concert-goers

Two weeks ago the Royal Grove in Lincoln hosted a show headlined by gothic metal band Type 0 Negative. The opening bands were less than thrilling, but nobody cared.

Type 0 Negative is touring in support of their latest album, "October Rust." They play a gothic type of music that your friendly neighborhood vampire listens to religiously. The-genre shows that heavy metal has come full circle. The first true metal song, "Black Sabbath" by Black Sabbath, had deep subject matter, a downtuned guitar, ominous vocals, and varrying.tempos, which could describe Type 0 Negative's music as .well.

·The show began with the Manhole, which had one good song, "Six Feet Deep", and an angry male singer I screamer. Life Of Agony followed with a singer that could .actually sing but music that was forgetable.

Then came Type O Negative. They played several songs off of their album "Bloody Kisses" as well as the new one. The entire crowd sang along with "Black No.1" and "Christian Woman," drowning out singer Peter

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Steele. The set had its surprises, namely a cool cover of the Doors' s "Light My Fire" with an exerpt of "Inna-Godda-Davida" in the middle. I wished they had played "We Hate Everyone" or their cover of Neil Young's "Cinnamon Girl", ·but we can't have everything, can we? Overall, the club, the crowd and the band were all very cool. It was definitely worth the trip.

The latest supergroup is upon us. Calling themselves the Neurotic Outsiders, members of Guns 'N' Roses, the Sex Pistols, and Duran Duran have come together to produce an album with a vibe of all its own.

Matt Sorum and Duff McKagen of Guns 'N' Roses, Steve Jones from the Sex Pistols and Johnny Taylor from Duran Duran got together just to jam and ended up with a record contract and a self-

titled LP with an original cohesive sound. The song "Jerk" is playec' regularly on the Edge, but is out· shined on the album by "Feelings Are Good." The album has some interesting parts, such as "Union," in which Steve Jones talks about fellow members of the Sex Pistols. "Neurotic Outsiders" is fairly good but tends to prompt a question to Duff and Matt-Where in the world is the next Guns 'N' Roses record?

Upcoming at TJ's in Brownville is the rock/alternative outfi: Wolfgang Bang Oct. 19. Saturday Oct. 26 is the Halloween party with the Fishheads. The answer to last issue's question is Lita Ford and Ozzy Ozzborne. The quetsion now is Dave Mustaine of Megadeth an original member of what greal metal band?

By Scott Krichau and Parry Docksile

A fix? :Vou _mean-likEt-m«:>r you're C>fferi1"19 me? What me neurotic? last nigh was _Uf(e watching NFL_films, without the voice. I hate_NFL films! .Did you see.me last night? B even play patty-cake. I probably ;C()uldn't even fetch. ·· · now you want me

" more? Why _ · _ .· say, ttHey, you rrie···to··strap.-··ye>u to the ground, pour some food by•product all over your body and WAIT FOR THE ANTS TO QEVOUR YOU!"

J Global warming. huh?

jSOUTHEAST NEBRASKA SHOCKED BY THE FORCE of a winter storm 1n October. Approximately nine J inches of snow fell in the area on Oct. _21. Strong u;inds. which contributed to the destruc.tion of tree limbs

downing of power lines. accompanied Jack Frosts wake up call. Oddly enough (well. not for most of the snow meltod the next day. -photo by Doug·Kerns ·"' ·

Crime on the rise in .Nemaha County

'Jy Freedom Robinson

Crime is moving from large cities to rural America. Over the past two years crime has been on a iteady increase in Nemaha

· According to Donna Osterhoudt, secretary for Nemaha's county attorney, crime the rise. In 1995 there were 326 criminal cases tried. Thus far in 1996 there have been 283 criminal cases tried. Osterhoudt said with two months left in the year, she expects to see criminal cases reach about 350, since the crime rate increases during this season.

Many Peru State College ?tudents are feeling the sting of sto-

len possessions. Corey Manley, sophomore history I elementary education major, has had items taken from his house during a party. He said, "It's really sad when you try to help people have a good time and all they do is rip you off."

Marcy Eddinger, chemistry /biology I secondary education major, was a victim of.robbery on two occasions while working at the Lied Center inNebrask_a City. The first event resulted in $200 in CDs stolen. On the second theft her lock on her car was destroyed, her back window broken, and her $250 CD player stolen. She said, "The first time they were lucky; my door was unlocked. The sec-

Silas Summers writing contest announced

The 1996 Silas Summers Writing Contest is open to all Peru State students.

The contest has three categories ,Poetry, Fiction and Essay) w.ith prizes awarded to the top three in ·;ach category: $25 for first, $15 for _;econd and $10 for third.

Entries will be accepted until

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Kappa Delta Phiinductees Page 1

Get Out the Vote, Will Ya?

· Page 3

Civil War Revisited

November 1 , 1996

4

Nov. 27. They can be dropped off in the contest box in the library or given to any English faculty member.

All entries will be considered for the Sifting Sands, Peru State's literary journal. Contest rules are posted on bulletin boards around campus.

Davis Ready to Speak Page 5

Fall Sports Nearing End Pages 6&7 Ozfest for Everyone

ond time they came back for my CD player and they went to.all costs to get what they wanted." Eddinger is the third person to have items stolen from the Lied Center employee parking lot.

Sophomore psychology major Tina Rumery' s entire identity was taken away when her purse was taken from a vehicle while visiting friends outside Peru. She lost cash, ATM card, calling cards, license, and her social security card. Rumery said, "If they wanted money that bad, I would have lent it to .They did not have to take my entire identity from me." In our modern day, crime affects all our lives, even in rural areas.

By Debbie Sailors

Are you prepared to spend a decade in school and still earn just slightly over minimum wage? If you are considering a college teaching career, there is a strong possibility that, after years of hard work, you may find yourself doing exactly that.

The use of adjunct college profess ors is on the rise in our nation's colleges and universities. Adjuncts, or "fixed-term, parttime" pro1essors as many schools prefer to call them, join college faculties but are not truly faculty members. They teach classes, usually for low pay and always with uncertainty a!:>0ut their futures.

They work as teachers, their chosen profession, but they earn a wage that is a fraction of what a tenured or tenure-bound faculty member earns. Adjuncts receive none of the benefits that permanent faculty members receive. That means no insurance or retirement packages, no paid vacations ?.nd no sick leave.

·For instance, the base salary of an assistant professor here at Peru is between $25,000 and $30,000 per year plus benefits. An adjunct professor teaching four classes, considered to be "fixed-term, fulltime," will make approximately $700 per credit hour or $8,500 per semester. A fixed-term, part-time professor earns considerably less per credit hour, about $360 plus mileage.

1'.he trend in higher education today is to keep adjuncts at about six credit hours or less. This is done, in part, to keep the line between permanent and fixed-term staff clearly defined. This practice has created a. new type of college teacher who strings together two or more part-time positions at different schools'. working the equivalent of full-time.

Perhaps even this situation would be more acceptable if these part-timers could count on having

a teaching job from semester to semester. In most cases, however, they are hired for only one semester at a time, their jobs dependent on student enrollment for specific classes.

Colleges and universities are turning more frequently to fixedterm, part-time professors because of gaps in their curriculum created by budget limitations as set forth by state legislatures. There simply isn't enough money to hire all professors for permanent, positions.

The minimal educational requirements of fixed-term professors are identical to those of permanent faculty members-a master's degree or exceptional expertise. Many, though, hav:e earned their doctorates. Dr. Richard Clopton, assistant professor of biology, pointed out that "many adjunct professors have spent as much as 10 to 12 years in schoolmore than most surgeons."

Dr. Sara Crook, assistant professor of social who worked here at Peru for nine years as an adjunct before achieving a fulltime, tenure-track position four years ago, commented that "it's not an ideal job, but it is a job in your field, doing what you love to do." Although Crook was an exception during her time as an adjunct, contributing greatly to her department, she echoed the sentiment of many other permanent faculty members, stating that "adjuncts aren't required to build up the community of faculty."

Adjunct professors aren't usually members of faculty committees, nor do they attend faculty meetings. They also do not advise students, thereby leaving a heavier load on the permanent faculty members. In furn, "adjuncts don't get a lot of attention," said Dan Cox, coordinator of the education division. "They don't get a lot of direction and people tend to ignore them."

Continued on page 2

Movie,

November 1, 1996

Do you feel inconvenienced by special events held on campus (i.e. Show Choir Festival, Quiz Bowl or Business Day)?

(All EVENTS LISTED ARE SUBJECT

Jim Gerdes junior, _pre-m•d major "Yes especially with, the parking. Commuters are very limited to parking anyhow and when these buses come in we were totally [inconvenienced]. The lunch lines become extremely long and we are extremely limited on time between classes."

Con9ratulat1ons!

KAPPA DEi.TA PHI INDUaED NEW MEMBERS on Sunday, Oct. 27. Those inducted were (Bock row. left to right) Dr. Don Cox (sponsor): Julie Orton. Arthur Silknitter. Mindy Brockman, Brett Davis, Tommi Allen. Clarisa Johnson. Karen Gartner. (middle)Brendo Streit, Jennifer Anderson, Marti Allen, Jackie Ibero. Gino Hotsenpillar. Heidi Gouthro. (front) Comio Baerg. Alma Cross. Potrido Stucky, Andrea Tee. and Down Wonderly.

The Times, the official student newspaper of Peru State College, is published seven times per semester by Peru State College students. The Times office is located in the college publication office in the Physical Plant Building, telephone (402) 872-2260.

Opinions expressed may not necessarily be those of the entire editorial staff. All letters to the editor are welcomed. Letters, cartoons, articles and so forth submitted to the Times should be signed by the individual(s) submitting them and will be published at the discretion of the staff. Letters to the editor should not exceed 250 words in length. The Times reserves the right to edit all letters to the editor for grammar and style. · ·

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Please send material to: Editor Peru State Times Campus Mail

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Sports Editor

Features Editor

Copy Editor

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Cartoonist

Editorial Assistants

Terry Dugan

Krys Leeds

Andrea Tee

Debbie Sailors

Doug Kerns

Shane Vanoene

Josh Whitney

Kimmie Schnitzer

Heather (Layson). McKay

Freedom Robinson

Amber Schuetz

Photographers Reporters

Josh Anderson

Kim Olson

Scott Krichau

Julianne Lee

Matt Maxwell

Kimberlee Miligan

Katie Naprstek

Greg Wolfe

Dr. Dan Holtz

Aaron Wisdom

senior, art/speech/drama major "I was inconvenienced at dinner · with all of the long lines but I guess I can deal with the inconvenience because it gives these kids a chance to come to a different school and learn things."

Marcy Eddinger

senior, b_lology/chemlstry

1 secondary education major "I have been inconvenienced many times by special events on campus, specifically in the Bob Inn because they take up lots of room and there's no time to eat so you have to get them out of r your way."

Part-ti me college professors in demand, but at what price?

Continued from page 1

There are, though, some fixedterm college professors who find advantages in part-time teaching. For example, Steve Hassler, parttime math professor, is "content right now" and views the use of adjuncts as a way of "colleges making positions open to more people."

assistant professor of special education, who spent some .time as a part-time teacher at Northwest Missouri State University, added that her experience was an opportunity to "test the waters" and that her time as an adjunct helped her perform

better in her first year of full-time teaching.

Fixed-term professors do offer some advantages to colleges and college students. Dr. David Ainsworth, education chair and interim vice-president for academic affairs, explained that adjuncts allow schools to "tap into expertise that may not otherwise be available" and "to offer more classes, allowing a smooth flow through college." Adjunct professors, or fixedterm faculty, face a future filled with uncertainty. One thing is for certain, though-their role in higher education continues to expand.

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Staff opinion

Special events necessary evil

Special events that bring students from area high schools to our campus present wonderful opportunities to showcase what Peru State College has to offer. However, it is hard to show tremendous enthusiasm for these events when they present PSC students with a number of problems.

ELECTION PREVIEW,

EDITOR'S NOTE

Quality Education

PROPOSED INITIATIVE

PETITION MEASURE 411:

Property Tax Reductions

PROPOSED INITIATIVE

PETITION MEASURE 412:

Nebraskans will be voting on seven issues when they g9 to vote on Nov. 5. So that voters can better understand these important proposed changes to the state Constitution, the Nebraska Press Association in cooperation with this newspaper has prepared a series of reports on each of the issues, briefly defining them, explaining their purpose and stating the arguements for and against. We have dee cided to include the arguments for and against Propositions 411 and412.

Approval will make "quality education" a fundamental rightin the state constitution. It will also assure that school districts receive no less funds per pupil in school year 1998-99 than in 1997-98.

SUPPORT: It will assure that reductions in property taxes will not erode the quality oflocal education. It will also guarantee that school districts will be held harmless from funding cuts for a year as changes in the state's tax policies are adopted.

Adoption will place several limits on the property tax levies of local governments in the Nebraska Constitutitm. It will also put in the constitution that the valuation of agricultural land for tax purposes cannot exceed 80 percent ofits market value (100 percent for other real property).

SUPPOR'I': It will reduce property taxes and make the tax system more fair. It will also force schools, cities, counties and other government agencies to cut costs, consolidate or find. other ways to become more efficient.

Badly-parked buses, relo_cated classes and lengthened lunch lines turn an average day into a nightmare of increased parking problems, classroom confusion and lack of lunch for

OPPOSITION: It will prompt lawsuits from school pupils and taxpayers over the "quality" of local schools and whether funding is adequate and equal. Could make funding of education a higher priority than other essential services, like police, fire and services for the elderly.

OPPOSITION: It will result in a major tax shift, raising income or sales taxes. It could also lead to the creation of new taxes on services, food or hospital bills. Raising sales or income taxes would ruin the state's business climate. Perhaps those in charge should closely exaJ?line the steps taken to prepare for these special events. Maybe additional communication or planning would enhance the experience for all students, those here for the day and those here for the dayto-day.

No MATIER WHA1,·· DO NOT READ TH1s!

Letter to the Editor Woebbecke calls for more input and a lot less "tush"

I would like to respond to two articles in the last issue of the Times. The first is "Staff Opinion." I agree with this short but effective article. The students should have 90 percent of the input about the homecoming themes because that is .what college is about, the students. The administration should only give their approval of the student's ideas because that is what administrations do, guide the students.

The second article is "Do you hear us knocking, nationals? We're coming in" by Andrea Tee. I liked what she had _to say about Peru's f9otball. and, volleybiill teams, btit one-paragraph-talked·

about a "tush rating system." This disturbed me because what does a "tush rating system" have to do with sports? I am offended that Ms. Tee uses her personal opinion of real or made-up football players' "tushes." Also, if the former Sports Editor would nave had a "tush rating" on the volleyball, basketball or softball teams, many female readers would have been writing for him to resign. I am not asking Ms. Tee to resign, but in the future, she should use better judgment when she is writing her column.

Briill;l Woebbecke

A gift. That's exactly what alternative music group 311 has received.

Recently, a rumor began circulating that the b.and's name had racist implications. Apparently, someone with jitsi: a little too much time on his hands determined that 311 could be decoded (evidently with a secret decoder ring from a box of Froot Loops) to mean "KKK." Get it? The "3" means "3," but the "11" means "K." You know, the eleventh letter of the alphabet. I know I know. How could I have missed such an obvious and blatant attempt to promote racial prejudice in America? And here r tnought they were just playing music. Since racism doesn't sell many records, I find it hard to believe that any band truly seeking success would name themselves after the infamous white supremacy group, even secretly. I prefer to believe that some introverted brainiac came up with the "secret code" theory because he just

Americans have given· away their vote to the special interest groups

The first Tuesday pf November will be a day of historic choices. Not only will we vote on who will be our president for the next four years, but the entire House of Representatives and one-third of the Senate is up for grabs. Locally, there are many contested races for state, county and. municipal offices. Yet, not even half the eligible voters ever bother to vote.

Special interest groups have spent millions trying to persuade you that their viewpoints are cor-· rect, and that if you vote against that position, then you shall certainly destroy the nation.

Candidates start out on the issues, and those that are running behind have jumped into that well-known political mud pit and are slinging any way they can to get your attention and work ·on your fears. It seems everyone has something to say in the grand power game of '96. The extreme right, the extreme left, the labor unions, the manufacturers association, the banks, "Big Business" -they all have an ax to

grind and they want you to vote the way they tell you. The unfortunate part of all this is that you probably will.

Instead of a ."government of the people, by the people, and for the people," Washington D.C. has become a government of special interest. Politicians may say that you count and that they are watching ciut for your interests, but try to compete with the "Gucci gulch" lobbyists of "K" street with your congressman when an important issue comes up.

How did this happen? That's the easiest question of all to answer. We let it happen to ourselves. Control of the government

process was not taken away by a coup de tat; the American people handed it to special interests on a 24ckarat gold platter. The United States has the lowest voter turn out of any democracy in the world. We have become a quasioligarchy in which only the elite know what's best for us, and we allowed it to happen.

Think about it. This election wiii decide many extremely important issues: education, immigration, welfare, health care, social security, the national debt. These are things that will be yours. The only real question is what are you going to do about it. Go out. and vote!

knows evil is everywhere. I guess he didn't consider the possibility that the band might be covertly advertising cologne for Calvin Klein.

Regardless of my thoughts on the issue, some area school officials bought into the bunk, hast;.ily banning students from wearfog 311 T·shirts. Now, I don't want to sound like I have an anecdote for every occasion, but this really does remind me of the time that my son, Tun, then a middleschooler, wore a plain old Beavis and Butthead T-shirt to school. The principal, citing its profane language (the "Butt" in Butthead), deemed the shirt a distraction to other students and made Tini

wear the shirt inside-out for the day. Like wearing an inside-out shirt didn't attract attention?

Hel-lo-o, Mr. Principal.

Show me a student banned from wearing a T-shirt thought by authorities to be profane or racist and I'll show you a student hellbent· on wearing one. In their over-zealousness to protect students, school officials created interest where little had previously existed.

Incidentally, after lingering in relative obscurity for most of their career, 311 had the number three alternative music single in the nation last week. Perhaps a thank-you note is in order, guys.

Votlng ·i:s: a· gift; don't return it

By Juliane Lee

"Who do you think is the best presidential candidate to lead us into the 21st century?" Sounds like a pretty important question, doesn't it-the kind that takes much thought and careful reasoning before making a decision one can feel comfortable with.

This is a question, however, that hopefully we will all have asked ourselves before we cast our ballots on Nov. 5. However, the response to this question from many Peru studentS was, "Why bother, Clinton's gonna win anyway!"

Apathy about the candidates is a problem many that students are facing. The general consensus around campus seems to be: "Since we are not out in the 'real world' yet, we feel we don't have to vote. Most of the issues mean nothing to us. What difference can we really make?"

These issues do affect students. The destruction of the Department of Education is one of the major issues, as is the future of Pell grants and other financial packages. These are the things that directly affect our lives.

Students are alone in facing this dilemma; many faculty members polled were having the same problem. Also, a USA Today poll predicted that this election would have the lowest voter registration since 1951.

It is also important to remember that many voting laws affecting students have been some of the most recent additions to the Constitution (as recently as 1971):

* The 15th Amendment in 1870 prohibited states from denying citizens the right to vote because of race.

* Most states didn't allow women to vote until the 19th Amendment in 1920.

*The 26th Amendment granted the right to vote to 18-year-olds in 1971.

So before Nov. 5, try to learn a little about the candidates who will be guiding us into the 21st century. Each of them has very Clifferent feelings about major issues that concern all of us. It is our duty as Americans to know as much as we can about the candidates and make the decision we feel will be the best for the future of our country. Remember, your vote is your right-use it!

Science and technology writer

scheduled to visit Peru Nov. 7

By Heather (layson) Mckay

Frank Kendig will bearriving on campus Nov. 7. Kendig is a writer/ editor who specializes in science and technology.

The founding editor of Omni magazine, he has served as editor-in-chief of the Saturday Review of Science, Science Digest, and Psychology Today.

The author of a number of books and hundreds of magazine articles, he frequently writes ori science and culture for the New

York Times, and other .national publications.

Kendig also worked as a writer I consultant on the acclaimed PBS television series, The Brain, and played a key role in the conception arid development of its award-winning sequel, The Mind.

His other television projects include Firepower, a series.of halfhour programs on military technology, more than 50 episodes of which have aired on the Discovery channel, and Healers, a series on alternative medicine for PBS now in production.

Kendig is also the editorial director of the Kendig Groµp, a team of writers, editors, designers, and electronic information specialists offering consulting and .packaging services to the publishini? industry and other media.

· Hey, dog, get off my back ·

REX MURPHY, sophmore criminal justice

major. participates in a crime-fighting demonstration with "Lex" from the Canine unit of the Nebraska State Patrol. Murphy completed an internship in Lincoln last · , ·· summer with the Canine Unit. -photcf.t),y Dr. Dan Holtz · · · ·

Tour

of Anderson plantation offers

students

first-hand view of the Battle of Lexington

By Matt Maxwell

"If these walls could talk," I thought as I stood at the steps of the Anderson house in Lexington, MO. I stared up at a gaping hole near the roof created by the cannon ball that ripped through the old mansion 150 years ago.

The Anderson plantation house, one of the largest and most extravagant homes of its day in western Missouri, became a focal point of the Battle of Lexington, a Civil War battle that raged Sept. 18-20, 1861.

Dr. Dan Holtz, PSC professor of English, took his Special Topics in History class to tour the battle site. Signs of the battle can still be clearly seen upon entering Lexington. The courthouse, among the oldest public buildings in the United States still used for its original purpose, displays a cannon ball that was lodged in the top of a pillar during the battle. A museum is dedicated to the battle and a walking tour is offered of the main battle

·stay tuned for school closings

After the limb-snapping. first snowfall of the year, thoughts naturally turn to those rare, fabulous, fun-filled days of the wintry season-snow days!

The following media will be notified of these cancellations:

Television

KOLN_TV (Lincoln, channel 10)

KETV (Omaha, channel 7)

Radio KNCY (Nebraska City and Au burn, 1600 AM, 105.5 FM)

Iq'NC (Falls City, 1230 AM)

KFAB (Omaha, 1100 AM)

KMA (Shenandoah, IA, 960 AM)

KWBE (Beatrice, 1450 AM)

KLIN (Lincoln, 1400 AM)

KOTD (Plattsmouth, 1100 AM)

Decker's Video Center

ground.

The most interesting part of Lexington, however, is the Anderson house, preserved mostly the same as after the battle. The house was built by Anderson's slaves in the early 1800's. The slaves handmade enough bricks to make every wall of the four-story house four bricks thick.

The house was a Union hospital before being captured by the Confederates during the battle. Federal forces regained control of the house, but the rebels again took control of it little more than an hour later. The fighting took place all around and even inside the house, scarring the ceilings and walls with countless bullet holes and a few cannon ball holes.

A somber feeling crept over us as we walked through an upstairs · bedroom used during the fight as a surgery room. A piece of grape shot-golf ball-sized cannon loads-is still in place in the door frame. I wondered if another ball like that one may have caused some of the blood stains still seen

on the floor, or if the stains were the result of amputations that undoubtedly took place on the same wooden floor where we stood. In the center of the floor were three holes, possibly drilled to drain the blood out of the room.

The battle, nicknamed the Battle of the Hemp Bales, ended with an ingenious idea. Anderson was a hemp farmer. An unknown rebel soldier had the brilliant idea to saturate the bales and roll them slowly forward toward the Union troops using them as mobile shields. It worked, and the outnumbered Federals dug in at the nearby Masonic College surrendered.

Holtz's class, subtitled "Literature Fights and Re-Fights the Civil War," has been studying the Civil War through historical fiction written aoout it. The class studied the southern slave holding class, and the tour of the Anderson plantation gave students a first hand look at the life of the southern elite.

Think you're pregnant and don't know what to do?

THE SPECIAL TOPtCS IN HISTORY ClASS receives a tour of the Anderson Plantation mansion. one of the largest and most extravagant houses of its time. This historical house served as a hospital, as well as a battle ground, during the Battle of Lexington. -photo by Dr. Dan Holtz

From sabbatical seri.es, )avis gives final lecture: 'Attached

at the Hip"

ly Kim Milligan

Dt. Spencer Davis, professor of ustory, will give a lecture titled !Attached at the Hip" Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. in the Emery Oak room. The lecture is the last of three in Davis' "Sabbatical Lecture Series."

Davis returned from sabbatical .:his year. A sabbatical is a break zrom the rigors of day-to-day :icademia for scholarly pursuits,

Davis noted that it can be diffi:ult for professors fo stay in touch with current scholarship that 'Jears on their wide variety of material. Davis teaches Modem Europe, Modem Africa,

American History, and Ethics and Social Justice

A sabbatical, DaviS said, is "a wonderful chance to target one area .and devote yourself to study." ·

Davis chose to study AfricanAmerican history, and read widely in the field. He is now more convinced than ever that black history should be studied in the context of American history, not separated from it.

Traditionally, Davis said, scholars have divided African-American History. into four periods. He now believes that these divisions need to be revised. The years between the end of slavery through the Great Depression should be studied as a single period, Davis said.

Davis said that sabbaticals are "valuable and necessary" and that they should be a regular part of faculty life.

In

ON

the swing of things

Widick_ presents the softer side of football

By Katie Naprstek

John Widick, sophomore business/ criminal justice major, not only plays football. for the Peru State Bobcats, but he is also a member of the Peru State swing choir,

As a tight-end for PSC, standing :i'S", Widick weighs in at 215 lbs. •rom Malcolm, Widick played football all four years in high school. His high school honors include two conference first team titles, conference second team, All-State honorable mention his junior year and All-State defense

C.A.B. sponsors magic act: The Spencers

Campus Activities Board brings a touch of magic to Peru.

On Nov. 12 at 8 p.m., magicians

The Spencers will be performing in.the college theater.

Listed in the Who's Who of Magic, The Spencers provide a show featuring sta.te-ofthe-art entertainment. The Spencer's show features large scale illusions, audience participation, stage magic, music and special effects.

The Spencers have been nominated for numerous awards ineluding the Harry Chapin Award for Contributions to Humanity from the National Association for Campus Activities.

Richard Dreyfuss Mr. Holland's Opus

team his senior year.

Widick not only received a football scholarship to attend Peru, but he also received a swing choir scholarship. Both are renewable each year.

Besides the scholarships, Widick chose Peru because "Peru is easy to adapt to, and I enjoy the small school atmosphere with the chance to play college ball. And ·it's cheaper than most state schools."

On a lighter side, Widick spends his Monday evenings at swing choir practice. In high school, Widick was a member of

choir, swing choir, honor choir and conference choir. He also participated in barber shop quartets, sang duets and solos all four years. _ When people think of a footbalJ player, they rarely think of them anywhere except on the field, in uniform, slamming into one another. Well, football pads aren't the only soft side of Widick. "I'm not intimidated because I'm a football player and sing in the choir. It's kind of different. And just because a person plays football, doesn't mean that's all they do."

Women (19-27 years old) are needed as participants in this 3-year study, Treatment of Calcium Deficiency in Young Worrien, to evalUate bone benefits of calcium. If you are accepted and agree to participate, you will receive:

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meal after the service-just contact Pastor Kevin or Cynthia on Saturday (274-5531). Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. 17th & "N" St.-Auburn

Also, anyone interested in a Bible study by J .I. Packer entitled "KNOWING GOD" should call the number above or the church (274-3019). This is a deep and though provoking study.

TUESDAY, NOV. 22, THE PERU STATE MISTY BLUES show choir gave their first performances of the year in conjunction w.ith the 25th annual Peru State Show Choir Festival. A total of 43 show choirs were invited to' perform in the college theatre during the two-day festival. -photo by Doug Kerns

The Bobcats are human

Bob Moffit named intramural player of the year candidate

By Andrea Tee

This issue's intramural "Player of the Year" candidate is none other than flag football's own Bob Moffit, junior speech/ ·dralha major. ··

Moffit is a member of the flag football team "Piece of Pie." He has shown. reliability and the integrity of a team player. Moffit is there every game and every play. He is a team-oriented player who is in it for the team. "I .enjoy the game of football, but I just play for the hell of it/' said Moffit.

To show an example ofMoffit's reliability, during a game, one of his teammates intercepted the ball and knew Moffit w9uld be behind him so he tossed the ball behind his head, without looking, to Moffit. :Moffit was there and caught the ball to run it in for a touchdown. Is •that trust or what?

When Moffit isn't pulling off the unexpected, he enjoys acting, wake 'boarding, snow boarding (especially down Gut-Buster Hill in Peru) and picking the sticks out of his teeth aHer eating it on his snow board at the bottom of old Gut-Buster.

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JUNIOR ANTHONY LEE {6) demonstrates tbe basic theory behind the running game: tuck the ball in and run like ,heck away from the guys with the big numbers. lee covered a lot of ground in the second half against Chadron as Peru State outscored the Eagles 28- 7; however. the initi_al 3 1 point deficit was too much to overcome. After another loss to Westmar University,. the Bobcats head to Oklahoma with a 5-2 record. They return to Peru from this four tour .of middle · to face Midland Lutheran on Nov. 9. -photo by Con Marshall

Football squad. drops two

By.Matt Maxwell

The Pen:i State Bobcats' hopes of a perfect football season have gone south as they dropped consecutive games at Chadron State College and Westmar University.

The 'Cats, weary from the long trip .to Chadron, started the first half at a snail's pace, spotting a talented Chadron squad four touchdowns before half-time. That proved to be too large a deficit to overcome. P-State refused to lie down, however, and outscored Chadron 28 - 7 in the second half before being handed their first loss of the season, 38 - 28.

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'Cats was Westmar University in LeMars, Iowa, where they fell 20 -14. The Bobcats ran into a stingy Westmar defense, as well as a howling Iowa wind. The wind, gusting upwards of 40 miles per hour, played havoc with the passing and special teams of both squads all day. Special teams was the downfall of PSC. With the score tied and,just over three minutes left in the game, Westmar returned a P-State punt for the winning touchdown.

The 'Cats offense took the field with one last chance. After two long passes- from quarterback Jamie Stinson to wideout Zack Sangster took the ball to

Westmar's 25 yard line, the wheels fell off the Bobcat offense. Just as fast as P-State had marched down the field, they started backing up. Two sacks, an incomplete pass, and a delay of game penalty later, the 'Cats were looking at fourth down and 25 yards to go. Stinson's long desperation pass fell incomplete, and the Bobcats were handed their second loss in as many weeks.

PSC looks to get back on tracl Saturday as they head to the pan· handle of Oklahoma to play winless Panhandle State University. They return home to play Midland Lutheran College in the Nov. 9 homecoming game.

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Last Saturday was a tearful af·air-the volleyball team's last iome game and the last time one senior will play in front of her home crowd.

The Lady 'Cats lose only senior : Tracy Cochran, but she will be ' ' dearly missed. "lt'was a very emotional going away ceremony on Saturday," said Coach Todd Jensen. "We are really going to miss Tracy next year." On the ceremony and the last home game with Tracy, junior Kellie Vallinch ,commented, "We were all crying. Tracy was not only a: great captain

and player, she was also a close friend to many of us." Cochran said, "Well, it was sad, but I have a lot of memories that I will look back on that make me smile."

The Bobcats have played their last home game, but they still have their work cut out for them. They compiled an 8-1 record ·over the past two weeks but still managed to drop one.spot to 17th in the national rankings. "We did have some let downs this week," said Jensen, "but we,bounced. back each time to prove that we are a volleyball team to be reckoned with." He attributed the wins to team play: "Serving and passing

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werethe keys to the week. When one was on the other was off. If we can put the two together we will be in contention to knock off higher ranked Columbia or Rockhurst." ·

Concerning the national rating he .said, "We are kind of on the bubble right now and need to be about #15 to have a real shot at the nationals." That may mean 'going undefeated the rest of the year and maybe winning the independent tournament in two weeks. Prior to the tournament, the women will enjoy a week off to practiE=e and focus on the post season.

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World Series loaded wi.th memorable moments (and the Yankees won)

Yes! The New York Yankees have finally done it again after 17 years in the making! That they have won the '96 World Series, we all should know, but let's recall some of the more memorable sights and sounds of the Series. Along with the cheers of the Yankee fans and the dog pile ofYankee"players ·0n·me·field'af- the harifionica'tb th€·riati0ifal anter the final game, there are other them instead of asking him to sing memorable sights and sounds to it. I would say that they covered be recapped. their backsides rather well.

Who could forget the words to What about Atlanta Brave's our national anthem, a song Andruw Jones, who at only 19 which is sung and has been sung years of age hit a home run in before baseball games as well as game one of the Series, making other sporting events since Hee- him the youngest player to hit a tor was a pup!. Well, one doesn't Series home run? have to look far because.during. Kirby Puckett, who played cenopening night of the thl'; Placido Domingo (a memb.er Of sota Twli'ts the famous three tenors) babbled ceived the Roberto Clemente his way through the national an- Award as baseball's "Man of the them after forgetting some of the Year." For those of you who don't words. Can you believe it?· Well, know, he retired $is year due to the Series committee couldn't be- glaucoma (a type of blindness) in lieve it. either and to ensure that his right eye. He tried to play this little fiasco didn't happen spring training, but found it imagain, they had John Popper (a possible. Yes, this award was a member of Blues Traveler) play great thing, but how it was done

was just as memorable; as lhe fims all had huge cards that they turned over when given the signal, which spelled out KIRBY PUCKETT. Can anyone thirik of a more deserving person to receive this award? I couldn't think of anyone either.

The Braves have lost their happy home, as they will be moving into a new stadium next year. The At:lanta-Fultory no longerbe the hpme ofthe Oh, and by the 'wa'y, Pladdo Domingo, if you are reading this article, those are the rest of the words to our national anthem!

This is Yankee's manager Joe Torre's first year managing the team, as well as his first World Series appearance ever, as a player or a skipper. That sure is a lqt of

firsts for him, but we all know that it wasn't the first time he has been caught cursing on camera.

Then we have the ever-so-nicely stated comments from Braves' head coach Bobby Cox, who, not realizing that there was an open microphone, said a few choice words for all to hear. Way to go Cox! That's sticking your foot right in your mouth!

Another memorable choice of words came from Fox sportscaster Dave Winfield, when he said, "Even Ray Charles could see that if the Yanks didn't win game four, it was all over for them." You chose the right words, baby -Uh huh!

John Wetteland, closing pitcher for the Yankees; made every save there was to offer in the Series and ··received the well-deserved honor of MVP:,. To add another honor to WettelaI\d's list, he has been chosen as this issue's "tush" on the tush rating system. With a tush like his,.there is no question that he receive a 35 on the scale to match his uniform number.

As for Steve Avery, mainstay pitcher for the Braves, it's not a

pretty picture. In game four, he walked in the winning run. One can expect him in another city next year. Also attending game four were some of the women's Olympic gold medal-winning softball players with their gold medals shining brightly. I just had to throw that in here. · · , :

Joe Girardi, catcher for the Yankees, hit a triple in the last game of the Series which put them in the lead and kept them there. And some say that catchers don't run fast-he was hauling buns around that base path with flames following close behind.

· Lastly, there was the everpresent tomahawk chop chant and display, a trademark of. the Braves, which got chopped and chopped and chopped as tl1e Series went on. No scalps to take home in this Series!

So, as we gaze back at some moments in time from the '96 World Series, I will leave you Braves fans with this: " Nah -nana -nah -nah!"

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SENIOR TRACY COCHRAN demonstrote_s how the 'Cots hove been winning most of their games: being in the right place at the right time. Time will tell if the squad's 35-5 record will be good enough for a bid to nationals.

Andrea Tee

As you may or may not know, the citizens of Nebraska will be voting Tuesday on the future of their property taxes as well as their children's education (not to mention their neighbor's children's education). Our crack staff of reporters took a special liking to this issue and decided to investigate. Now, the results of that investigation reveal interesting hypotheses on the future state of education in Nebraska. Here are questions children born today will ask their parents twelve years from now-a possible look into quality education.

Johnny: "Monuny, why did Japan drop a nuclear bomb on Detroit?"

Sally: "Daddy, what were you doing fifteen years ago, when Nebraska became a state?"

Max: "Sally's Daddy, what's a state?"

Susie: "Mommy, can you cook Huckleberry Finn for dinner tonight?"

Robin: "Daddy; why did we go to Vietnam?"

David: "Mommy, what year was the war of 1812 fought in?"

Alex: "Daddy, why did the British revolt against us?"

Bobby: "Look what I made in craft's today! Principal Bass says we can sell these for $10 apiece on the black market; then we can buy books!"

Becky: "Billy got mad at me and hit me with his chalkboard. So, I took his piece of chalk and smashed it on the ground. I think I smashed a worm in the process."

Samantha: "Mommy, did you know I had a penis?"

Ronnie: "Samantha's Mommy, if Samantha's got a penis, what the hell is this?"

''Ozfest'' full f s

This edition of Cornerstone is devoted to live music. After all, hearing music live is the purest and most powerful way to experience it. For starters, Ozzy Ozborne made his second visit to the area in under a year. This time he brought along Biohazard, Sepultura, and Danzig and called it Ozfest. Also a live album from alternative idols Nirvana was recently released.

Ozfest was a surprise before I even made it to the door. The concert was being protested by a couple of guys who insisted all concertgoers were on their way to Hell. To open up the show Biohazard took the stage and got the rocking. Brazilian thrash band Sepultura followed and the show was intensified. I had never really heard these bands before and expected mostly noise. Instead I found they both had a good clear sound and were very impressive.

I highly anticipated the following band Danzig. The singer and songwriter Glenn Danzig has had an impressive career filled with powerful music and deep lyrics. Their last show in the area was 2 1 /2 hours of pure adrenaline, and

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I was ready for this one. They opened up with a version of "Mother" that was as sloppy as a baby at supper. The next six or seven songs showed little improvement. When "Twist of Cain" was played they finally sounded good, but they followed it with only another three or four songs. All in all the set was short, sloppy, and disappointing.

The godfather of metal was next and before he started, Ozzy insisted on the crowd's insanity. Then the band broke into "Paranoid". He played few tunes off of · his later albums. Instead he played early solo material and Black Sabbath classics. Later on he addressed the protesters outside saying he was not in the business of changing religious thoughts. "If you've come here for religion you're in the wrong [insert nasty expletive] place."

sThen he dedicated "Suicide Solu tion" to them. "Crazy Train" one of the last songs and when th( guitar licks were heard Auditorium erupted like a vol cano spewing energy. Ozfest a great show. I blew my mind anc shattered my ears. The new Nirvana album "Frorr the Muddy Banks of the Wishkah' is a live album with raw power Most of us have heard Nirvanc over and over and these versiorn make the songs sound fresh again This is a good album by a bane who changed the state of populai music almost single-handedly The saddest thing about this band is the number of lousy imitators. The answer for last time io Metallica. The question this timE is : What late, great guitaris1 played on Ozzy's first two and was honored with the post· humous album 'Tribute'?

By Scott Krichau and Parry Docksile

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Final VERSE: This part of your day is over. Your body needs you to stop. Ba-ba-ba-BOOM! Your head's screamin' ATIICA, and there's not one single cop. Ba-be·ba·li!UJM. So when you rejoin us, and yoii shake and you quake, don't think abo1.1t the future, because WHEN YOU GOT THE DOG GONE BllUES••• YOl! DON'T KNOW IF YOUR COMIN' OR GOBIN' OR EVEN POOPIN' ·IN YOUR SHOE-OOOOS!

Distant learning wins ppproval from students

Debbie Sailors

Distance learning is up and runling at Peru State College. The Jistance Learning Center is the ;cene for several classes this senester including Introduction to )pecial Education, Speech, Art \.ppreciation and, Spanish.

The Center, located on the third loor of T. J. Majors, has been open 1early a year. This semester finds ,early 25 students sharing the in:truetion of Assistant Professor of >pedal Education Joy Dunnigan vith four students in Beatrice. ,he receiving site in Beatrice is arough Southeast Community ::ollege.

, This distance learning experince is new to Dunnigan, who is caching Introduction to Special

Education. "I'm happy to be doing it," she said. "It just takes a little time to get u5ed to something new, like-any other style or set-up for teaching."

Dunnigan did receive some basic instruction for successful distance teaching including ward· robe advice. Before her class began, she worked in the Center with Ross Udey, assistant professor of industrial technology and coordinator of distance learning. Udey is also the technidan for distance learning classes; overseeing the use of the classroom equipment.

"There is over $100,000 worth of equipment in that classroom right now," stated Udey, noting that the

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Campus to host open house =or prospective students

Heather Hart

'eru State College: it's the right ace, right now. That is the motto ' some of the information pro2ctive students will be receivng in a packet when they attend 'SC's open house on Nov. 20. 'eru has not had an open house '.l many years.

Louis Levy, director of admisions, is one of the main coordi•tors' for this event. He is very about past success of open ''ouse programs at other schools. said, "If we can get PE'.Ople to ome to campus, it will sell itself."

Levy said the open house will )egin with a short welcome by 'SC President Robert Bums folowed by a full day of presenta.:ons by faculty as well as hands·n experience in individual classooms. Visitors will be able to ask 'Uestions about athletic pro;rams, dorm life, and financial

aspects of attending college. These students will also have an opportunity to interact with PSC students while admissions ambassadors will be providing campus tours. Parents will have the chance to attend informational programs. Levy said, "We want them to know what we're about and make a good decision."

For the estimated 100 attending the open house, Levy said there will be marked parking by the baseball diamond at the complex and two vans will shuttle visitors to the marquee. S,tudents will be met there and brought to the student center. ''.Hopefully parking will not be disrupted for the commuters on campus that day," said Levy.

This is the first of two open house projects planned for this school year. The next open house will be March 11, 1997.

HELP, l'M BEING KIDNAPPED BY REPUBLICANS!

SHANNON HAU, SOPHOMORE SPEECH/THEATER MAJOR, SHOWS SOME UNUSUAi. SCHOOi. SPIRIT as she rides in the CAB limo in the,PSC homecoming parade on Nov. 9. High school bands from three states as.well as a variety of groups from around the area particiapated in this year's parade. Turn to pages six and seven to catch a glimpse of spirit week action. -photo by Terry Dugan

Stick a fork in· Campaign '96

Turn out the lights: the parties are over

By Terry Dugan

Place the 1996 elections in a time capsule and bury them.

For the first time since Franklin Delano Roosevelt, a Democrat will be serving a second term in the White House. Inversely, Nebraskans elected a Republican senator for the first time since Roman Hruska in 1972. Republican Chuck Hagel pulled out a slim victory over Governor Ben Nelson for the Senate seat vacated by the retiring J. J. Exon.

Voters in the first legislative district decided to send Republican

Doug Bereuter back to the House by a margin of 76 to 24 percent over Pat Combs for the second time in as many chances.

Following in the incumbent run, Dick Stich defeated Josh Whisler in the Peru mayoral race by a margin of 161 to 104.

Nebraska voters overwhelmingly Initiatives 411 and 412. Initiative 411 would have made "quality education" a fundamental right of each Nebraska resident between the ages of 5 to 21. Initiative 412 would have created a limit on property tax levies.

One initiative did manage to pass. Initiative 409 states that Nebraska's members of Congress and state legislators are to support passage and ratification of an amendment to the U.S. Constitution limiting the number of terms one can serve in Congress: three terms in the House of Representatives and two terms in the Senate.

Overall, 67 percent of registered. voters in Nemaha County took part in the election. State wide turnout was also 67 percent-one of the lowest in Nebraska history for a presidential election.

Nominations sought 'or award

Here's your chanc.e to honor a teacher who has played a significant role in your college experience. Nominations are being sought for the Nebraska State College System Teaching Excellence Award, an annual recognition of outstanding teaching at a Nebraska State College.

Nominations may be submitted by faculty members, academic administrators, students or alumni. The deadline for nominations is Nov. 22.

The nominee must present an active and positive record of service to students as an academic, professional and/ or personal advisor, and must demonstrate that he/she has actively undertaken involvement in faculty development programs.These programs

include research, continuing study,self-ii:Utiated study and academic short courses and has. applied the knowledge and skills derived to effective teaching.

All full-time faculty with a minimum of four years continuous employment at a State College and teaching a minimum of 15 credit hours during the academic year shall be considered eligible for the nomination for the State College Teaching Excellence Award.

Nomination forms and procedures are available through the office of the Vice-President for Academic Affairs. All nomination forms must be returned to that office by Nov. 22. Nominees will be notified by Dec. 6.

planned· addition of ,a_ computer and software will greatly enhance the versatility of the equipment.

At this time, the classroom offers access to an "ELMO"- a type of overhead camera similar to an overhead projector but with additional features in.eluding' zoom and wide angle shots. There is also a laser disc player available.

Udey pointed out that, thanks to free educational use of Nebraska's own satellite transponder, "When we go on the air'-On the satellite.-basically, that'sfree. An individual party, though, would pay nearly $1,000 fur two hours of satellite time."

Sfudents in Dunnigan's class responded to a Times survey with many positive comments regard-

ing their distance learning experience. Most pointed out the convenience of taking classes-not otherwise available and saw ,it as a valuable asset to PSC. Some commented on having to use a microphone to speak as a possible drawback. Nearly all who completed the survey would take another distance learning class.

Dunnigan ·it up best: "Our society certainly is used to watching television. It's a -learning mode we are comfortable with. We're just not used to it in the classroom."

Those interested in taking a distance learning clas.s have even more opportunities to do so this spring. ·Two classes are planned to be sent from PSC and four classes will be received from other sites. Check your local listings!

OUEENS ON P.. RADE

IN HONOR OF PERU STATE'S 75TH HOMECOMING ANNIVERSARY, queens of homecoming past were invited to participate as special guests of the college. Virgie Lee Johnson Shaw. the 1942 homecoming queen, served as the Grand Moster of the parade. -photo by Terry Dugan

Where does the money for parking tickets go?

By Katie Naprstek

Where does the parking ticket money go? Who decides? What is being done for parking on and around campus? These are just a Jew.of the questions that students, :fa&ulty ancte'lfert-st>tneVisitorS ask .Susan Udey; ivlce· p:residentfor Administration and Finance, answered many of these questions in a recent interview.

For example, you may think the money collected for parking permits, fines and penalties for delinquent payments on parking tickets goes directly to the physical plant to use towards parking improvements.

However, Udey said that it at-

tually goes into the college's cash fund, which holds money from tickets, tuitio.r;t and fees. This, in addition to money budgeted by the state, makes up the general fund from which the college pays its bills ant:I _allocates funds to par· · ·· •

{'What-is being done about PSC's; parking problem? Udey said, "We have adequate parking, though it may not always be convenient for them.

It would be ideal if everything was perfect and there was convenient parking for everyone that attends this campus, but parking will probably always be a problem. I don't know how you can solve all the ills, especially with growth, which is both fortunate

and unfortunate. Compared to [the University of Nebraska-Lincoln], it is pretty convenient." 26

Will parking be expanded in the future? Udey did not rule out the possibility, but was not at liberty to say. Much of the budget allocated from' the general ftmd is used to maintain the existing lots. "We are very fortunate when we have excess money to spend otherwise." Udey said.

There is overflow parking on the gravel and south lot at the Centennial Complex. They are fairly distant from campus, and the gravel lot is rented from the owners of the land.

Also, many students park on residential streets north of campus.

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Course changes, add to mayhem

With spring registration upon us, the usual mayhem of Jchedule planning ensues.

The Times has become aware of mariy students having morethan-usual difficulties planning their schedules due to some unannounced changes. Many courses pronti$ed in the course catalog for this semester are not being offered, and students are not being informed.

Students who make the effort to carefully construct a game plan for their college education are to be applauded, as is PSC for offering a variety of classes flexibly scheduled for student convenience.

·However, when the college cancels course offerings, reschedules infrequently-offered classes, revises catalog requirements, or q)mpletely eliminates courses, it's game over for those organized students.

Rather than relying on the unreliable and often-inaccurate "grapevine," students should be informed of changes in a dmely and efficient manner using lines of comrriunication like :hannel 4 or letters to students affected. Although change is ;nevitable, student inconvenience need not be.

DISTANCE LEARNING MAKES ME GUSH

"This is going to suck," Isaid, after viewing a particularly uriflattering image of myself prominently displayed on two goodsized TV screens. Of course, the fact that other students on-screen looked pretty normal did not help. I was not happy.

Finding myself in the Distance Learning Center at the beginning of the semester was certainly a surprise. The Intro. to Special Ed. class that I had to take was being "uplinked" to the Southeast munity College campus in Beatrice. Agrand totaloffourstudents in a distant classroom were tiny TV stars for my viewing enjoyment.

As I watched the choppy, Six Million Dollar Man-like movements of my classmates on-screen, I quickly checked the PSC schedule for alternatives. No amount of schedule juggling could help me. I was technologically trapped.

As the teacher entered the room, packing a pocket transmitter and a mi!=rophone on her lapel, I resigned myself to special ed 'a la

Bereuter outlines increases to student aid

Dear Editor:

Knowing of ·your interest in funding for higher education programs, I wanted to take this opportunity to update you on action recently taken by the H_ouse of R.epresentatives.

You will be pleased to know that 2ongress increased the maximum grant to $2,700 for fiscal year 1997. This is an all-time high for Pell grants.

Additionally, Congress approved an appropriation of $830 million for the Work Study program, which is a $213.4 million increase over fiscal year 1996 and $151 million above the President's budget request. The TRIO program, which serves economically disadvantaged and minority students, is increased by $37 million above last year's level for a total of $500 million.

Overall for fiscal year 1997 a to-

tal of $41.6 billion is available for federal student aid. This is an increase of $3.3 billion above the level provided for fiscal year 1996 and $100 million above the President's budget request.

I hope this information is helpful to you. I was pleased to support these funding increases for higher education programs.

Doug Bereuter Member of Congress

Have you ever experienced any difficulties with schedule changes or catalog changes?

the airwaves.•

The next day found me and other camera-shy comrades scrambling for coveted seats in the back. The room, filled with microphone-mute mouths, was extremely quiet-at first. As the weeks went by, though, this mouth (not quiet by nature) found the courage to speak up, as did others.

During this time, I convinced myself of the significance of distance learning. After all, if I planned to be a teacher, I had better get used to learning of the future. Someday, I might actually find myself standing in front of a distance learning classroom.

Yeah, right!

Well, surprise surprise! That's exactly where I did find

myself weeks later, conducting a survey of the class for a Times article. I was also surprised to find · myself gushing with enthusiasm for distance learning. In researching distance learning, I discovered that smaller area schools have been taking advantage of Spanish classes offered through learning. With their teacher in a Lincoln studio, I personally observed them actually learning Spanish. Ole'! That means "bravo" for those of you not Spanish-friendly. You might consider a Spanish class. Wait a minute-how about conveniently taking Spanish right here on the PSC campus? Not surprisingly, through distance learning.

California voters take step backward

By Juliane Lee

When voters in California went to the polls on Nov. 5, they received their first chance to vote on the highly controversial topic of Affirmative Action known as Proposition 209. Their decision to abolish this civil rights liberty puts the future of guaranteed equal opportunities for minorities and women up in the air.

·While this recent reformation of Affirmative Action is solely confined to the state of California, this sends a message to other states that maybe this idea of "fairness" has reached its end. Private California employers not effected by this initiative might also take steps to stop their affirmative action programs, thus, eliminating hiring and contracting goals and outreach programs needed to

Deb

sen.or elementary/special education major

"I believe that in a school this small the majority kind of has to rule and there's not going to be'classes for everyone and this semester this change kind of helped me even though I know for some people it was a bad I idea."

Woebbecke

"The only problem that I've had with scheduling is that I've had some classes that are scheduled at the same time and had to choose between .the two, but other than that, the scheduling in the new book I think is really good and if you change your major to sports management, I think you should have Dave Dunnigan as an advisor."

Gene Trimmer senior

Trevor senior secondary education social science major

"My catalog said I didn't have to take a history class, it's like an upper level 425 Seminar In American History and I found out I do have to take it arid it set me back a semester. I was going to student teach in the fall and now I'm going to student teach in the spring just because of that. So, it has caused me problems."

psychology/ secondary special education major

"I just think that they should offer more P.E. activity courses during the summer. As of next summer we don't have any offered and I don't think that's right."

overcome discrimination and create a level playing field.

When trying to predict who will be the best person for the job, does it really matter whether which applicant you choose as long as each are all.equally qualified? Not really. But what does matter is creating ethnically diverse work environments that allow fair opportunities to all.

Perhaps launching a nationwide re-examination of affirmative action programs is where more energy needs to be fired. It is sad to think that in the year 1997 there still needs to be a legislation to create a balancing act between the genders and ethnicities here in America. But it is needed and this recent vote against affmnative action could immanently reverse important civil rights gains.

Politicians should stop dishing dirt and talk about stands on issues

By Joy Huber

Listen. You can sense the quiet · and calm coming from your radio and television. The calm following the '96 elections, that is.

For the past several days, weeks and months, th-e rage of slamming opponents in an effort to win votes has been almost unbearable. Candidates, whether for governor, congress or president, spent millions and millions of dollars on advertising-strictly to make their opponents look bad. Couldn't ·these dollars be better spent in the areas of. educating our youth, fighting drug use a:nd funding service programs?

As I was driving to night class the evening before the election, there was a break in the music from my radio. This break, normally full of ads for McDonald's, car sales and cough syrup, was nothing more than one candidate after another slamming his opponents on everything and then asking me to vote for him instead.

Many "traditional" college students, voted for the first or second time in this election. Since it was my first, I initially paid attention to the candidates' media advertising, hoping to gain insights into their positions on the issues. The mudslinging I was greeted with led to my joyous anticipation of DAE (Day After the Elections).

A national poll broadcast on 105.1 FM from St. Joseph, MO stated that only 49 percent of the population voted. Why? Of course there are a variety of reasons, like voters not knowing what candidates' real positions were or being turned off by the unethical conduct of all candidates; they didn't even want to vote.

So what does the greatest democracy in the world need when it comes to politicians campaigning? It needs its potential leaders to quit dishing out the dirt on their opposition and to start discussing openly and honestly their positions and opinions.

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Downtown Peru gets well-timed new

By Freedom Robinson

Downtown Peru is getting a face lift. · The Bank of Peru offered to buy all the paint and supplies if downtown businesses would do the labor to make Peru a nicer community.

Becky Propst, Bank of Peru's branch manager, is helping make sure the area businesses go through with the work. Everyone involved is doing their best to give Peru a new look.

Work beganQct. 19, with plans to have everything done by homecoming. Bad weather put a hold on things, but work is in full swing now. The Jr. Girl Scouts and Becky's Cottonwood were the only one§ to complete the work by the deadline. The Jr. Girl Scouts stained the gazebo and the arbor, located next to the bank.

Barb Decker, of Deckers Food Center, said, "The week before homecoming we to get all ,

the fronts to look nice. It needs it. Supplies are hard to afford; everyone is thankful for the banks support."

The businesses involved in the renovations are: Becky's Cottonwoo<. Shooter's, Peru Print Shop, Hair Affair, Decker's and the Bank of Peru.

Mike Moran, of Moran's Plumbing and Heating, is building an apartment building downtown next to Decker's,. with a little help fromPSC.

Under the direction of Ross Udey, assistant professor of industrial technology, the Construction Process class is putting in the sidewalk for the apartments. Scott Douglas, junior construction development :ip.ajor, said, "It's great to have a class that is hands on. We've re-shingled a house and built jump boxes for the volleyball team. It's cool'to do some work for the community."

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Ciesielski: "teaching is like being in a band"

By Joanna Stauffer

Before Dr. Dennis Ciesielski started teaching, he had another job as a musician. For almost eleven years he was a member of. a touring band that played <:offf!e houses and college campuses, playing anything from swing jazz to blues to rock 'n roll.

Ciesielski believes "that being a teacher 1s like being in a band." He said a musician plays to the crowd in order to please them, to get through to the audience and enable them to leave the concert with

more than they came. Students are like audiences who go to class to learn and finish the course with a better understanding of the material. A teacher and a performer both warit to satisfy their audiences, and if they do their jobs well, both audiences will be bet-

ter off than they were before, he said.

Ciesielski sees his teaching as an extension of all his years in the band. He was in the band because he enjoyed the music and the reactions of the audience. He wrote most of the songs that they per-

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formed, and now as an English teacher he is still able to write and help his students improve their writing ability.

Musicians and teachers, as Ciesielski demonstrates, do have much in common-they both have the power to inspire.

Thanksgiving goes from religous ritual to worldwide web

By Brooke Shaffer

When you think of Thanksgiving, what do you think of? Turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie?

Thanksgiving is a day set aside for giving thanks to God with feasting and prayer for blessings received during the year.

Many believe that the first Thanksgiving in America was celebrated by a feast, but in fact the day was a required religious ritual.

Oil Dec. 4, 1619 a group of 38 English settlers arrived at what is now Charles City, VA. The group's charter required that the day of arrival be observed yearly as a day of thanks to God.

The pilgrims did have a feast in 1621 after their first harvest, and it is this feast which people often

refer to as the "The First Thanksgiving."

It is believed that the first harvest feast was eaten out-of-doors because the colonists didn't have a building large enough to accommodate everyone.

Indigenous people were. definitely among the invited guests, and it is probable that turkey (roasted but not stuffed) and pumpkin pie found their way to the table. The feast went on for three days and included wild fowl and venison provided by the Native Amerkans.

In the United States today Thanksgiving is a time for family, food and football that marks the unofficial beginning of the holiday season

Many people get off work, and college students get dismissed from classes so America can spend

a peaceful holiday with their fami lies.

Along with the feasts there are large Thanksgiving Day parades and many other holiday activities. Today you can even check out well over 100 Internet sites just dealing with Thanksgiving. You can find old recipes. such as "furmenty," a wheat pudding made at "The First Thanksgiving."

The Web even has a Butterball turkey site with turkey cooking tips and memorable holiday disasters.

One woman called Butterball's hot line last year after her pet Chihuahua jumped into the uncooked turkey. She was advised to carefully cut the turkey open, and eventually the unfortunate dog was freed.

TWO WORKS BY SENIOR ART MAJOR SCOTT KRICHAU were selected to the Great Plains Undergraduate show at Emporia State (KS) Universitl,J Dec. 2-13. Krichau's box construction pieces (Tomorrow is onll,J an excuse awav and Tao and Terrv [pictured]) are elegible for further awards.

DR. DENNIS CIESIELSKI STlli.. KNOWS how to rock ond roll. A seasoned veteran on the guitar, Ciesielski still enj0t,JS kick in' back and jammin'. -photo by Joanna Stauffer

HE KIDS AR ALL RIGHT PSC Tai nt show

By Tess Gruber

A talent show sponsored by CAB was held in the Coffee House Nov. 4. The competition was open to PSC faculty, staff and students. Prize money was given to the top three performers.

Student Program Director Barb Lewellen was very impressed by those who signed up and admired their courage for performing in front of such a large crowd. Lewellen also expressed appreciation to the three judges who had to make the difficult decision of who the winners would be.

Judge Dr. Bill Clemente also admired the courage of those who showed everyone their talent.

Contestants were judged on personality, integrity, audience appeal and intensity.

Steve Jirsa won the $100 first prize for his solo, "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling". Jirsa is involved in choir, swing choir and madrigal choir, and with his prize money plans to take some friends out to eat, and then save the rest.

Holly Bell won the $75 secpnd place prize for her solo, "From a Distance," and picked up $75 for her effort, and Keri Hein took third place for her entertaining tap routine.

A good time was had by all, and plans are already under way for a third annual PSC Talent Show this same time next year.

(TOP LEFT) Sophomore Mott Asher shows his craft.

(TOP) Listening to freshman Hollv Bell's heart-felt rendition of "From a Distance" could bring a tear to almost anvone's eve. She took home second place.

(BOTTOM) First place winner Steve Jirsa. senior. doesn't just get down on one knee to serenade "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling."

-photos bv Heather (Lavson) McKov

(TOP) Freshman Keri Hein strikes a pose during her tap routine en route to her third place finish.

(RIGHT) Judges Peggv Groff and Chervl Frver look intentlv at the current contestant. Dr. Bill Clemente looks for the gong. -photos bv Heather (Lovson) McKov

Let's Add Red to C

Peru State College's Homecoming 1996 paraded under the theme of "Let's Add Red to Our White and Blue." Spirit week began Monday with line dancing at noon and concluded with blue and white (with a touch of red) day on Friday. Homecoming day kicked off with a parade followed by the football game, the crowning of royalty, the half-time Band-0-Rama and the traditional homecoming dance.

PSC students demonstrated their enthusiasm and patriotism through the numerous homecoming/spirit week events. On Monday, in addition to the line dancing at noon, Campus Activities Board sponsored its second annual talent show. Cash prizes were awarded for first, second and third places.

Tuesday featured the baby picture contest and game night which was held in the basement of the Student Center. On Wednesday diners were entertained by the PSC kazoo band playing their rendition of our fight song. On Thursday one fortunate person was awarded a prize just for sitting in the right chair. Thursday was also the night for the traditional bonfire and pep rally. ·

On Friday PSC students showed their school spirit and support by dressing up in their blue and white. Some lucky fan had the opportunity to strut his stuff in a new Peru State sweatshirt given away that noon.

But all of this was just an introduction to the big finale on Saturday. The day began with a parade maintaining the "Let's Add Red to Our White and Blue" theme. Various organizations competed for the best homecoming float. After the parade, the Bobcats were fired up and ready to play football.

Following the uniting of bands for the annual Band-0-Rama at halftime, PSC watched the crowning of their elected 1996 homecoming King, Spencer Duncan, and Queen, Jonee Roach; royalty included Sara Anton speech/theatre/special ed.; Shanda Hahn, English; Terry Rice, health/physical ed.; and Jermaine Sharpe, psychology I sociology. Past royalty were invited to attend the coronation.

On the heels of a shut out, energy was high and Peru students--past and present--were ready to dance. And Homecoming 1996 came to a close.

(TOP) Competition was fierce as four PSC students struggled to maintain their , · honor in an intense fooseball match during Gome Night held on Tuesdav in conjunction with sprit week held Nov. 48. -photo bt,J Heather (Lovson) McKav

(LEFT) The Peru State mascot gives a generous wave and a flirtatious wink to the crowd as he passes during the parade on Saturdat,J. The parade set the tone for the rest of the homecoming festivities. -photo bt,J Terrv Dugan

(RIGHT)"! said bong the drum slowlv!" But when vou have a groove on and the crowd is pumping. the man with the base drum is the crowd's best friend. -photo bt,J Terrv Dugan

This vears roval court included (TOP) Queen Janee Roach and (RIGHT) King Spencer Duncan: junior representatives Meghan Gilligan and Russ Olsen: sophomore representatives Tara Bennett and Seren Humburg: and freshman representatives Melina Pankau and Sam Klein.

(LEFT) A large man in blue with his arms wrapped completelv around anvthing in white that moves was a familiar sight at the game against Midland Lutheran. The Bobcats finished the celebration bv winning 42-0. -photo bv Andrea Tee

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(TOP) Not to be outshined bv their female counterparts (the home11ing queens), 25 members of the undeafeated 1953 Peru State otball team, who were responsible for eight of the 26 consecutive ns in the earlv '50s, braved the cold in their triumphant return. in the dav these gridiron gods of vestervear took there place in ,torv as thev were inducted into the Peru State College Football )Ii of Fame. -photo bv Terrv Dugan

Members of the Omaha based Over the Hill Drum Line gave JJ meaning to the phrase "Peru Street Dance." -pho,to bv Terry .gan

JUI "The Rifle" Madsen named player of the year candidate

By Andrea· Tee

This issue's intramural "Player of the Year" candidate is yet another member of the championship football team 'Piece of Pie': Jill Madsen, senior biology major: She played· quarterback for the team and out threw most of the guy quarterbacks from the other teams. In one game in which the pressure was on Madsen, her opponents underestimated the ability of her arm. She hit her teammate Chad Koehler with a 40 yard touchdown pass.

When asked why she thought 'Piece of Pie'.'c prevailed she commented, "Our wins came from a combiation of good play by both the guys and.the girls. We played as a team, never gave up and everybody was in it to win it!"

When she isn't using her bionic arm, she enjoys other sports: dancing, playing continental rummy with her Siamese twin, Kelli, and dreaming about big, juicy double cheeseburgers from Hardee's. may all of your come true!

Bobcats tear through opposition

By Matt Maxwell

Your Peru State Bobcats got back on track these last two weeks chalking up two wins and keep-. ing their playoff hopes alive. The 'Cats, now 7 - 2 on the season, traveled to Panhandle State University Nov. 2 for their sixth win of the year 40 - 15. After returning to Peru, they whipped Midland Lutheran College 42 - 0 at homecoming. ·

Pent State made a nine hour trip to Goodwill, OK to meet Panhandle State, and they didn't seem a bit pleased about it. The Bobcats jumped on Panhandle early in the second quarter and didn't let up until the final gun sounded.

PSC wideout Zach Sangster started the rout, hauling in quarterback Jamie Stinson' s pass from fourteen yards out for the game's first touchdown. Stinson later threw touchdown strikes to VOLLEYBALL 16

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tailback Anthony Lee and wideout Todd Liberty.

The Bobcat running game drew blood as well. Fullback Jeremy Martensen ran over the right side of the line for an eight-yard touchdown, and Seren Hum:berg ran out of the backfield to the left for a 45-yard score.

Just to show that the 'Cats were firing on ill cylinders, place kicker Jeff Morgan got into the offensive act going 4-4 on PAT's and kicking two long field goals from 42 and 49 yards out.

Stinson led PSC on offense with his best passing performance of the year. He completed 32 of 51 passes, throwing completions to eight different Bobcat receivers for 385yards and 3 touchdowns. His favorite target was wideout Terry Rice who brought in 12 catches for 162 yards.

P-State was fired up for homecoming last Saturday, and Mid-

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land Lutheran College ran headon into a dominant pack of Bobcats. The 'Cats controlled both sides of the ball all afternoon as they out-gained Midland in total yards 47G to 186.

Offensively, PSC continued to distribute the ball to a variety of players. Stinson again completed passes to eight receivers, including Sangster who tallied a game high 113 yards and 2 touchdowns. The 'Cats were equally diverse in the rushing game as 10 different ball carriers rushed the ball 45 times for just under 200 yards.

Defensively; P-State was nothing short of devastating. The 'Cats held Midland to little more than 2 1/2 yards per play on their way to pitching a shutout.

P-State plays Nebraska Wesleyan Saturday in Peru. It is the final regular season game of the year, and the 'Cats need a win to stay in playoff contention.

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"size isn't everything"

By Clint Edwards

Size isn't everything. How many times have you heard a guy say that? Well there are a group of guys who live and die by that motto.

They are members of the Peru State College football team. Tait Whorlow, junior secondary math major, Erek Tuma, sophomore undecided, and Dave Reilly, junior wildlife management major, make up the defensive line. Whorlow is 6' and 187 lbs., Tuma is 5'9 , 200 lbs., and Reilly is 6', 205 lbs, Unlike senior criminal justice major and fellow lineman Jermaine Sharpe (6 ', 245), these guys don't fit the.prototype for defensive linemen, but don't tell them that. They are part of the reason the Bobcats are 7-2 and ranked 21st in the nation.

T_hese linemen give up an average of 60 lbs. each every time they step on the field. Why are they are so successful? Whorlow had an answer for that: "We as a

whole have to be quicker than the man across from us, we have tc anticipate things and get to om assigned spots." Sounds pretty easy doesn't it? The only thing there may be a guy across from you who weighs300 pounds and is going to try to stop you from getting to that spot. So far this \season that hasn't been a problem for these guys.

Tuma attributed his success to the deferisive scheme that utilizes his quickness and puts him in a better position to make plays, which is what the defense has done so far this year. Only one team has scored a touchdown from inside the Bobcat five yard line. That team was Chadron State,.an NCAA division II team, and even they only scored once out of three tries.

The linemen also said it helps to have a veteran like Sharpe line up with them. Whatever these guys are doing, it's working. With continued success they can prove to the whole country that size isn't everything.

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WHEN Will TEAMS REALIZE THAT IT TAKES MORE THAN THREE guvs to stop tight end John Widick? Afte PSC's 42-0 white washing of Midland Lutheran, the Bobcats improved their record to 7-2 with one game to gc until plavoffs. PSC is currentlv ranked 21st in NAIR Division II. - photo by Andrea iee

It's do or die time for volleyball squad

By Greg Wolfe

"It's always tough to lose and know that you played well," comnented head volleyball coach fodd Jensen on the loss to Rockhurst in the Midwest Region [ndependent Tournament last weekend. The 'Cats entered the :oumament seeded second ina six :earn field. They had a bye into the ;emi-finals where they crushed Briar Cliff in three straight sets only to go on to the finals to meet he #7 ranked team in the nation.

Last weekend "was the best statistically we've played all year," said Coach Jensen. The team hit almost 90 percent above their season average and also averaged 5 '<ills and 2 blocks above their season averages.

"It wasn't that we didn't play well," said sophomore Dana Stube,"Rockhurst just has a bigger team than us, and they made fewer mistakes." When asked what could have been done to win added, "We have to put the ball away the first chance we get instead of giving them a second ?pportunity to do the same."

The Bobcats didn't come out of :he weekend empty handed

though. "Rockhurst is an extremely talented team with few weak spots,"-commented student assistant David Collin. "It was a real positive experience to play such a highly ranked team that is so well respected throughout the nation and prove that we.can stick with them." The match did not go unnoticed as the ladies were rewarded for their efforts by being bumped up two spots in the national rankings to 19th.

There were other spectacular efforts that were also rewarded.

The first was senior Tracy Cochran who was named the Midwest Region Player of the Week for October 20-26. She had outstanding performances in victories over York, Graceland, and Doane where she averaged 4 kills per game which exceeded her season average of 2.86 kills per game.

The second and most recent was

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Kills/Game 13.6

Assists/Game 12.29

Aces/Game 2.41

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Kendra Jacobson tying her own season record for aces with 7 in the match versus Rockhurst last weekend and adding to her season total of 85 aces.Next on tap for the Lady Cats is to host a first round regional - quarterfinal match tomorrow afternoon following the football game at 4:30 in the AWAC. The women could use all of our support before heading out on the road for further playoff matches. So walk up to the AWAC after the football game and lets ''blow the. roof of the place" in support of the ladies.

The Bobcats have also announced the date and time for tryouts for players interested in playing volleyball next year. They will be from 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 24. Anyone interested should contact Coach Jensen at 872-2297.

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When the money's down, the stakes o up

_Gambling and betting on college underwater basket weaving :earns is at an all-time high. The ,,veavers, fans and even the basket material makers are in on the action. The phones are ringing off. the hook for the underwater basC<et weaving bookies-and they have three way calling and '69 which allows the bookies to the callers that try to call .inder a different name because they haven't paid their The pools, now there's a sell out ':rowd. The pools are so crowded wit,h spectators/ fans/ gamblers that the underwater basket weavers can't even make their way to their starting weave position without a dozen people saying, "You're the man, I've gof my -.ouse down payment on you. Oon't let me down."

At Dontu Beweaveme Univeriity, 13 basket weavers have been uspended for gambling and two "Veavers have been found to have

bet against themselves. Henning Waters, head coach for DBU's basket weaving team, stated· that the two weavers accused of betting against themselves are Scouba Anderson and Breath Bembre. The other 11 weavers are accused of betting on the Bingo World Series and the NBWL (National Basket Weaving League).

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The bets ranged fro1n $25$1,000. But these amounts of money along with these actions are nothing new to DBU; it's just a re-opened wound. In the '78-'79 synchronized swimming season, some of the swimmers bet against

their own team too. I guess some _University's just never learn!

As these men have just been accused and suspended, the NBWCA (National Basket Weaving College Association) is going to review each case.

As- for this issues "tush" on the tush rating system, Henning Waters, coach of DBU's underwater basket weaving team, receives a 0 (zero) on the scale to match what's going to happen to his players that are suspended. Besides, I couldn't even make out where his butt isit blends in with his backside

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students are involved in illegal sports gambling.

In fact, a study was done at PSC and found that 1 out of 3 students participate in illegal_gambling, 40 percent have had a problem gambler family member or friend and 5 percent have been pathological gamblers.

Even though PSC's underwater basket weaving team folded in about 1874, the students sport gamblers have taken to other sports.

For example, there is a betting pool known as Fantasy Football League where students get together and draft players to make up their own teams and put in anywhere from $50-$100 a pop.

Students are also getting in on the sports betting action through - the Internet. · There are Fantasy Hockey League teams being chosen and money involved, but this is legal! Now, someone tell me the difference between drafting ones

own team and betting on a NFL team. They both involve money and lots of it!

But, I would say the big question is: Is it the betting that's the big deal to the College or the betting against one's own team that's the big deal?

Since betting on sports has been around since sports ·were invented, and it's obvious that everybody's doing it (at least people are getting caught at it and aren't covering their tracks very well), I would say that the betting against one's own team seems to be the big No-No, according to coaches, players and the NCAA. The bigger penalty is headed toward the two members of the underwater basket weaving team of Boston College, er um, DBU who bet against their own team.

And I only hope these players won't look at the latest line in the paper before they strap_ on the pads for the next game.

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TEAM DIGS LEADER JAISA KAPPAS seNes up an offering for the other team, but will it come back? The 19th ranked Bobcats begin their postseason Sat. Nov_ 16 at home. -photo by Andrea Tee

Kreklau says team may need a few Men split games games before they come together

By Jen Froeschl

She jumps she shoots s_he scores! That's right folks, the Lady Bobcat basketball season is under way.

The Bobcats, coached by Tara Kreklau and new assistant coach Jack Denker, ended the 95-96 season with a 8-19 record.

Senior co-captains, 5'7" Jill Schulte and 5'9" Angie Hubach, will lead the team this season.

"With their experience, they will play well for us and provide us with solid leadership," said Kreklau.

Kreklau is very pleased with the effort the team is putting forth in practice and with the progress they are making.

The main concern right now is keeping everyone healthy. Nearly every player has missed practice because of injury or illness at some point during pre-season practice.

"If we can get everyone healthy and keep them healthy, we should have a solid team," Kreklau said.

Celeste Nolte, 5'11" sophomore, will also be a key player.

Nolte joined the team last spring after transferring from Benedictine College in Atchison KS, and only played in the few remaining games of the season.

Kreklau said that it has been nice to have Nolte go through pre-sea-

Injuries may cause a slow for men's-basketball

By Tarry Dugan

Get one game better.

Coach John Gibbs sees this as one of the goals of the men's basketball team who lost in the regional finals last year.

InjtJ!ies plagued the Bobcats this off-season with nine of the 16 either currently injured or coming off an injury. With the team playing 14 of the first 20 games on the road, minimal recovery time starids out as a concern.

"We need to survive the first two-thirds of the schedule, then get healthy in a hurry," said Gibbs,

[)on't let this injury talk throw you; the Bobcats will play and win. Gibbs says the team is. farther all.ead now than they were in January of last year. Last year's big problem, according to Gibbs,

was a lack of consistency.

"When we played wen, we could beat anybody in the country," said Gibbs. He also pointed out that the team, which came on strong the end of last year, has now played together for ayear.

With seven seniors on the team, experience and consistency will bring the Bobcats to the top of the pack-'-Once they shake off the injury bug.

Returning players include seniors Lance Cohn, Scott Daniell (co-captain), Lawrence Hollier, Damarcus Johnson, Greg Thompson and ToirL Riley (co-captain).

Junior Roy Burton and sophomore Shawn Gibbs also rejoin the Bobcats for the 1996-97 excursion.

No one can accuse the Bobcats of being a small team. Expect the inside game -to improve with the additions of 6' 8" sophomore Jeff

Curry, 6' 7" senior Chris James and 6' 5" junior Matt Maxwell.

Not to be overshadowed by the size inside, Jermel Ward, 5' 7" freshman and brother of second year assistant coach Fredd Ward, steps directly into the starting point guard position.

Along with the new additions, Peru State enjoys the luxury of playing eight of the last 10 games at home.

The regional tournament will be held at one site this year-another luxury farther down the road.

Last year, the BobcatS traveled ·to Louisiana and Wisconsin as they progressed in the tournament.

The first-ranked team in the region will host the entire tournament. Gibbs wants to see Peru host the festivities.

son practice with the team.

"She is an outstanding athlete who will especially help us in the rebounding department." she said.

Amy Petry, 5'7" sophomore is recovering from foot surgery, but she will also see a lot of action this season.

Newcomers expected to make immediate-contributions include three juniors from community colleges: 5'5" Erin Mahlberg, 5'9" Steph Hornung and 5'11" Leslie Stillmock. DeeAnn Othmer, a 5' 10" freshman, will also be a major asset.

"When we get a few games under our belts everything will start to come together. We'll be comfort_able working with each other and we'll be successful," Nolte said.

"Our overall goal is to be the best basketball team we cai:i be by the end of the season," Kreklau concluded.

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By rerrv Dugan

Peru State men's basketball team grabbed third place at the Mid America Nazarene College tournament last weekend.

The Bobcats fell victim to Bartlesville Wesleyan in the first round of the tournament, 73-76.

The injury-ridden Bobcats outshot Bartlesville (who only played seven men) by draining 59 percent of their shots from the field. However, Peru State's demise laid in the charity stripe where the Bobcats made four of their 10 shots while Bartlesville drained 26 of 31.

Bobcat senior Tom Riley shot the lights out. He made all five of his three point attempts on his way to the team high 24 points.

Another senior, Chris James grabbed five boards, and freshman Jermal Ward dished out seven assists in the loss.

A different story developed iI1 the consolation game as the Bobcats Mid America Bible College up like your little brother iI1 front of his friends, 87-55. Peru State shot 50 percent from th€ field en route to the victory.

Ward led the team in points and steals with 19 and eight, respectively. Junior Matt Maxwell made the paint his second homE by bullying five defensivE boards. He led the team with six.

- cuts put end to track, but will it ever be back?

By Gretchen M. Stukcnholtz

Runners to your mark. set GO!

Those sounds echoed aroµnd Peru State only ten years ago. Today, the track and its members are only memories. The team that once led the pack has packed up and went home. In May 1987, a 50 percent state cut finished three mtercollegiate sports at PSC, and track was one of them.

Track held a 63-year tradition of excellence at PSC. The program began in 1924 as a solely men's sport. Over the years, and membership grew. The track itself encircled the Oak Bowl and was considered a cinder track second to none in the Missouri Valley in the 20's. Participation grew to include both men and women, with competition held indoors

and .outdoors. At this time, PSC did not have the Al Wheeler Activity Center; instead they had the Old Intended as a chapel, this building was now used as a gym where teams practiced but never hosted meets due to lack of facilities.

The track team's best years were 1968-1971. During this time, Peru State named Jack Weyers its first and only four time All-American.

Weyers led the Bobcats to countless victories and the NAIA championship title in 1970. Although the track team excelled over. the years, it was not a dominant sport producing the financial stability of other sports such as basketball, football and volleyball.

When track reached its end in 1987, only 15 athletes participated in track and cross. country com-

bined Although many regretted eliminating the program, it seemed the only solution to meet the decrease in budget.

Vince Henzel, director of sports information in 1987, recalls the event, "It was an unexpected situation, but the participation was not high and the visibility was even lower."

Due to the legislative cut, athletes and coaches were eliminated along with scholarship money and budget expenses. Several students, deciding not to enroll at Peru State the following semester, looked to attend colleges that still offered track.

Track is not the only sport at Peru State that has been eliminated over the years. Since Peru sports began in the 20's, Peru State has seen events such as gymnas-

tics, wrestling, cross country, golf and tennis disappear. The .elimination.of track was to , be indefinite, and almost ten years later, Peru State has still not seen the return of a track team.

Will track ever exist again at the "Campus of a Thousand Oaks"?

Dr. Daryll Hersemann, vice presi-

dent of student affairs, saic

"There has not been any recei discussion about the future plar of pursuing another track tear Right now it is more of a gend1 equality issue. The college h; three men's sports and thn women's sports as far as fundir is concerned."

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FRESHMAN BRANDI BUCK practices laying up the rock in an afternoon practice. The women's team started this season by beating ·Graceland College. 80-68 on Nov. 9. -photo by Heather (Layson) McKay

OMORE JEFF CURRY either makes the lay up or faces the conse· auences of the wrath of Assistant Coach Fredd Ward. -photo Heathe:r (Layson) McKay

Creative Writing class bolds SAD LOVE POETRY contest

Dr. Bill Clemente, associate professor of English, attempts to put bad habits to good use through his Bad Love poetry contest. Though 'he bad love peoms are not graded, they are required as part of his Creative Writing class. "The :lass has to put everything they've learned together in an artistically ;1ilarious way. And the winners must do it horribly well;" said Clemente.

•ECOND PLACE

fhe Hooker's Lament

3y Melanie Nanse

\Jight after night [ stand on the curb waiting for a Bill or a Stan Jra Herb.

('m looking for love in the back of "ti.scar,

This is the fourth year Clemente Clemente believes this year's has taught the class. It is also the class has raised bad taste to a new fourth year the contest has ·been level. "It stands out against bad held. Clemente does this espeially poetry because it has some refor those class members going deeming qualities. In order to do into education. "Not only do they this they have to know how to learn to write (poetry), but they · write because they are consciously feel they can explain it also." trying to break all the rules."

.THIRD PLACE Lamentable Love

By Debbie Sailors

You're the only one for me. Without you, I cease to be. Pictures of you line my walls, And, still, you never take my calls. As I watched you day to day, I wondered why you didn't stay. I saw you out with your new friends, Wondering when the agony would end. I knew that soon you'd change your mind To take your place as truly mine.

FIRST PLACE I Ain't Nothin' Without You!

By Angle Rae Hunzeker

Like the bird without its nest, Like the hair without its chest, Like a turkey without its breast! ain't nothin' without you

Like the cone without the pine, Like the stop without the sign, Like the back without the spine-I ain't nothin' witl:tout you.

Like the pods without their peas, Like the dogs without their fleas, Like the cut without the cheese-I ain't nothin' without you.

Like the knee without the leg, Like the beer without the keg, Like the sperm without the eggI ain't nothin' withput you.

Like the apple without the core, Like the Al without the Gore,

:;ometimes it's a hotel ;ometimes it's a bar.

At night, I watched your sleeping face As I lurked about your place.

I ain't nothin' without you.

Please make me STOP; I can't take an With each new man it's love I seek, but it's always I longed to hear your gentle voice. I realized I had no Q1oice. Of you, I desperately need a part.

Oh, man I wish this poem would endout it never fails that I get dumped.

Like the soup without the skin, Like the fish without its fin, am-see-you-in-a-week." [get groped md I get humped Your eyes, your lips, your divine heart. My love for you-they said it was a crime, And that is why I'm <loin' time.

1 AIN'T NOTHIN', NO NOTHIN', WITHOUT YOU, BABY!

'Romeo and Juliet' crossed with stars

By Scott Krichau

The recent release of "Romeo and Juliet" has many teenage girls in an uproar. Even a few of my associates found themselves caught up in the hype. I read the classic tale my freshman year of high school and found it stimulating. I even had the pleasure of viewing an old version of the tale and was honestly bored through most of the film. The newest version had to overcome boredom to be worth the admission.

instances, the dialogue is and tough to understand. fully, this is not the case most of the time.

iTHE ART GUILD IS SELLING T,SHIRTS as a fund raiser for futtJre art:related events both on-and-off campus.

\The shirts cost $1 0 and are available in Extra-Large onh,i. Anyone interested in purchasing a should ! contact Peggy Jones, professor of art, in her office. The Art Guild will continue selling the T-shirts until they 'are gone. Aaron Wisdom.senior, art/speech/theater major and Sarah Christensen, senior, art major, try to sell ! T-shir.ts in the Student Center during Homecoming. -photo by Freedom Robinson

Haiku extension of writers' minds

On the. more legitimate side of poetry, the Creative Writing class. also held a contest for best haiku.· , A haiku consists of three lines with the first and third Ii.Iles beirig made.up of five sylables while the second line has seven.·

Flrs't Place The Late Show

By Melanie Nanse

Fireflies flitter to the baritone beat of toads on an ebon stage

Second Place Lightening

By Angie Hunzeker

Tearing through blackness

Purple, neon light embraces

Sight for a moment.

Third Place

August's Evening Song

By Melanie Nanse

From the opening scene, we are bombarded by graphic images of urban decay and violence. Actual news footage·is used to create a strong sense of emotion and a correlation to our time. The gang ridden streets of a major city create the perfect setting for the modern version. The first interaction with the Capulets and the Montagues takes place at a gas station, when cheesy 70' s text appears and tell us who each of the characters are. This method of introduction is used throughout.the film.

The weapons of choice create some difficulty in their translation into modern day. Swords have been replaced with guns. The use of guns created one small problem when heated battles ensued: it would be too easy to just shoot with a gun, rather than actually have some sort of battle involving swords. · Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes are well cast as Romeo.and Juliet. They have a .childish aura associated with them. They <:an be easily seen as two young agers falling in love. The supporting cast plays their respective roles with intense emotion while remaining believable. John Leguizamo shows a serious side we rarely see.

Cicadas

croon soft melodies; grasses utter secrets

to the sky.

Shakespearean dialogue can be difficult for those who are uninitiated. Most people know the basic story of "Romeo and Juliet," but many areas of specific dialogue are misunderstood. It is also very difficult to see and hear _modern people speaking the Shakespearean tongue. At a few

In high school, I enjoyed the tale of two star-crossed lovers, but seeing story modernized was a treat. I could see many relevant correlations between the story and modern life. The film aided in my images of such modern day scenes. Some previous knowledge of the tale would be helpful but not necessary. I would have no qualms giving a strong recommendation on spending the $5 on the film. Even if you have to battle through the teenage girls' chatter.

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SIGHTS jiDS01JN@_ OF HOMECOMING '96

(Part one in a seri_es of interactive humor)

Will Guns 'N'- Roses ever get it together1

(Place .vour ·own George ·Orwell and other popular government takeover theories here)

(Place your own "I knew it!. Just like politicians to show their true cobrs after an election" joke here)

(Place vour own "Doris, those kids are so cute. Look what thev' re doing to that joke here)

Ivory Star, billed as Omaha's #1 rock band, played TJ's in Brownville recently. They delivered the goods in traditional rock n' roll fashion with a little ,help from their friends.

Speaking of delivering the goods, what in the world is going on with Guns N' Roses? I've heard enough rumors to choke a horse, and if I hear just one more I'll have to call a padded room my home. To keep some sanity there are a few new "greatest hits" packages that don't make you wade through songs that are just filler.

On the local level TJ's Tavern plays host to great bands from all 'over. Ivory Star was no exception. The band and a keg was supplied and all it took was four bucks to get in the door. There was plenty of bang for your buck, trust me. The band played simple straight rock that was modem yet not deranged and distorted like so many other "modem rock" bands. They covered tunes by Blondie, the Ramones, and Alanis Morisette ("Isn't it Iroruc" that such an annoying woman could sell 12 million records? Go figure.), as well as others. Their original songs were like average bar band material, but better. The band Stepchild came .to see the show and almost ended up stealing it playing songs like Seven Mary Three's "Cumbersome." They followed with their version of "Sweet Dreams (are made of these)" that buried Marilyn Manson's rendi- · tion (I wish someone really would buryMarilynManson. I'll donate the shovel.). Anyway, I don't remember much of the last set because I made too many trips to the keg and ran into some old classmates. All in all Ivory Star put on good show.

As far as Guns N' Roses are concerned, God only knows what is

going on in their chaotic world. According to MTV,Axl Rose, who owns the rights to the name Guns

N' Roses, fired lead guitarist

Slash. Slash is now supposedly in a temporary outfit that plays Chicago-sty le blues called Bluesbreakers But according to last Sunday's World Herald, bassist Duff McKagen says that G N' R is finally together in the studio and gathering material for a record due out next year. There are also rumors that original rhythm guitarist Izzy Stradlin might return to the position he vacated five years ago.

Three. years have passed since their last album, which was all cover tunes, and it has been five years since we heard any new original songs. It only took a few ·months to record 'Appetite For Destruction' and they were drunk and high all the time. Since it couldn't hurt, maybe someone should send these guys some good drugs and a few cases of booze. (donations anyone?)

C'mon guys, get off your butt. The least you could do is give us a live album. Deliver the goods!

Recently several "greatest hits" packages hit the stores. First there is the Van Halen "Greatest Hits Volume 1". David Lee Roth is the guest singer on two new tracks. This summer the music media was abuzz concerning the reunion of Van Halen's original lineup.' Dave. should have hoof in mouth disease because his big mouth got him kicked out one of the best gigs in rock n' roll. After ten years of

solo career hell he gets a break anc deddes to blow it to pieces wit! the effects of a sawed-off shotgun What an idiot. Anyway, the al bum is a good collection by a grea band. Roth alleges that the re union was just a publicity stunt which is possible. After all, prio. to the reunion, when was the las time you heard anything abou Van Halen?

A couple more retrospectivE packages come from proto-pun1 Iggy Pop and eighties icons Poi son. The Iggy Pop collection this bad boy from his beginningi with the Stooges, a very cool late· sixties Detroit band that was hall way between the Velvet Under· ground and early Alice Cooper Iggy was a punk idol to many, including Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious ·who slowly killed himselJ trying to emulate him. This collection produced by David Bowie contains music from Pop's albums up to the present day. This is a good one to pick up.

Regarding Poison, they were a group of posers. They were glam until Guns N' Roses exploded with their "straight from the street" look, which prompted them to take off the make-up.

"Every Rose Has It's Thorn" was their only song with any real musical merit. The rest is relegated to good-time nostalgia, which is perfectly fine. It's worth the cash if you've got it just lying around. Last issue's answer is Randy Rhodes. The question this time is: What was Guns N' Roses' first top ten single?

By Scott Krichau and Parry Docksile

State College, Peru, NE December 3, 1996 II II

Sy Greg Wolfe

We're heading to nationals. For the third time in four years the PSC women's volleyball team is going to the national tournament.

They fought through the season to make it to last weekend's regional tournament with a 38-11 record and a #4 regional ranking.

Their first match in the tournament pitted them against the fifthranked team in the nation and host, Rockhurst.

"We knew that if we beat Rockhurst we'd be going to nationals," said Coach Todd Jensen. So the team dedicated practices for weeks prior to the tournament preparing for Rockhurst. The practice paid off.,

of the best win/loss ratios in the country." The women had only 15 _ minutes to prepare for Columbia instead of the weeks· of practice they had for Rockhursi:.

"We're all living on a high right now," said Junior Jaisa Kappas, "and I'm not sure it is really going to hit us until we reach San Diego. We know how tough the competition is going to be, so now we just have to get ready."

So the women have their work cut out for them in their weeklong preparation for nationals. "We have a great shot at coming out of our pool and reaching the final eight," said coach Jensen.

FOR THE THIRD TIME IN THE lAST FOUR YEARS, Peru State's vollevboll team qualified for the NAIR notional tournament. Peru will plov Hastings College in the first game of the tournament. which runs from Dec, 4- 7 in Son Diego. Here the team celebrates during its win against Graceland, Nov. 16 in the AWAC. -photo by Andrea Tee

Students can juggle children and school

By Juliane lee

Imagine waking up at 5 a.m:, eating breakfast, showering and getting dressed each morning so you can leave for school by 7:30 a.m. Sounds pretty easy, doesn't it?_

Now add waking up your baby, who is stilLtired _and very cranky; getting him bathed, dressed and fed; making bottles; packing plenty of diapers, extra clothes, teething gel, baby aspirin, a favorite toy or blanket and anything else he might need into the diaper bag and getting him off to the baby sitter all by 7:30 a.m.doesn't sound quite as easy anymore does it?

Well, this hectic routine is what

many students face each morning before most Peru students even think about rolling out of bed.

As more and more parents of young children are deciding to go back to college, they are encountering the dilemma of juggling both child care and school. Accomplishing both tasks can be a pretty hard battle to win.

As parents, they owe it to their child to be the most loving and caring individuals in lp.s life. As students, they owe it to selves to study hard and to get good grades.

For senior language arts/secondary ed. major JenFroeschl, the hardest part is finding time to do homework.

"Now I have to wait until my

CAB wins four awards

By Amanda• Burley

Peru $tate's Campus Activities

Board received four first-place awards at the regional Heart of America Conference held Nov. 8.

The 16 members of the CAB executive committee were led by CAB President, Shanda Hahn. They were among almost_800 students from various states to attend the Omaha conference.

CAB took first place in all four contests entered. The fall 1996 activities calendar was named the "''Best Multi-Color Poster." The Spring Fling program was awarded "Best Series Program," and the Spring Fling t-shirts won "Best Non-Poster Publicity." The

"Most Outstanding Program" award was given for the Big Brother /Big Sister program.

The National Association of Campus Activities holds a regional and a national conference annually. This year's conference included educational sessions involving improvement of creativity, motivation and multi-cultural activities.

A showcas;e .of various -mainstage' artists. performed, rangihg from comedians to musical· groups._ · Hahn sa:id CAB picked up helpful hints on improvihg publicity and holding mee.tings, CAB also goi: ideas for performers they will bring to campus in the future.

eight-month-old son Chaz goes to sleep before I start on homework. I don't have any other time to spend with him, so I have to make the sacrifice. Sometimes I don't get any sleep at all, but in the long run it is worth it," she said.

Little things that most students take for granted are what bother Shannon KUhlmann, senior biological science/wildlife ecology major.

She is at school from nine to five every Monday through Friday and finds it hard to be able to schedule things, like appointments.

"If my four-year-old daughter, Kaitlyn, needs to go to the doctor,

Continued on page 4

The ladies are in a pool with #1ranked and defending national champions, BYU-Hawaii; #8 Matourney's top tooth

The women fought the

and nail 6-15, 15-13, 18-16, 6-15, and won the last game in rally 17-15 to pUll off the upset and clinch their spot in the national tournament.

"We knew we had it in us," commented Coach Jensen. "We reached our

first goal of reaching the na-

tional tournament but set our sights on our next goal of leaving the regional tourney with two wins."

Unfortunately that goal did not materialize. The regional final matched them up with the sixth ranked team in the nation, Columbia.

The Columbia College team headed into the match with a 391 record, losing only three games over the entire season. The PSC women lost the first game 9-15, but rebounded to take the second game 15-7 and hand Columbia only its fourth loss of the season before they finis}1ed off the lady Cats 6-15 and 9-15.

Despite the loss, "We're still satisfied," said junior Kendra Corey. Coach Jensen said of the loss: "It was a huge accomplishment taking a game from a team with one

donna (MI); the host team, Point Loma Nazarene from San Diego and Hastings College.

"We knew-we could play with a top-ranked tea:m like Rockhurst," said Kendra Corey. "Now we're heading to San Diego with a goal of reaching the final eight and seeing where we can go from there."

A top eight finish would be the best ever by a women's volleyball team from Peru. The women are setting their goals on the final eight, but of course reaching the championship would be nice.

"We would love to bring home a banner to hang up next to the 1991 football championship season," said Coach Jensen. "We would also like to bring the banner home to Nebraska and be the first non-

What do you want for Christmas?

You better watch out Santa's coming to town

Santa Claus will be in the Coffee House Saturday, Dec. 7 at 10 a.m.

Santa will come packed to the brim with treats, gifts and fun for your children.

After the children visit with Santa for a while, the movie "Toy Story" will be featured.

This holiday party is a great opportunity to bring your children to campus and let them see where you spend so much of your time and to have a GREAT morning.

Please sign up you and your children on the doors of the CAB office in the Student Center by · Thanksgiving Break.

Graduating students need

to contact Financial Aid

Students planning to graduate this December who have received student loans from Peru State or any other school are required to complete an exit interview with the PSC Financial Aid office.

Exit interviews can be completed Dec. 4-5 between 11 a.m.

Continued on page 2 Nebraska and be the first nonwest coast or Hawaiian team to win the NAIA national volleyball championship."

The Bobcats wilJ depart for the 20-team national tourney on day. They will play in pool-play Wednesday through Friday with fom; pools of five teams. The top 'two teams frori:t'each.pool ad·vance-toa smgle-eliininatiorrtournamenf.with the quarterfinals beginning Friday and the semifinals and finals on Saturday.

Well, good luckladies and heed the words of wisdom from teammate Kendra Corey: ''We made it to nationals. We've got nothing to lose, so we're just going to play ball's out." ·

and 1 p.m. in the Student Center.

Students hoping to receive financial aid for next semester must preregistar before any aid can be processed. Those hoping to receive their funding in time for fee payment must preregister now.

Alan Mlndaeo

son of Robert and Kim Mlndaeo

"I want a.Power Ranger."

Samantha Graham daughter of Wes and Jane Graham

"I want a BIG truck."

Devon Anderson son of Dan and Theresa Anderson

"lwant a blinking tractor; a big, huge truck and an animal to put in it."

Bryant Seeley

son of laura Seeley "I want a space shooter."

2-6 AIDS awareness week

Dec. 4, 3:45 p.m.- vs. Hastings College

Dec. 5, 1 :30 p.m.- vs. (# 1) Bringham Young-Hawaii

Dec. 5, 8:15 p.m.- vs. (#8) Madonna:(MI)

bec:·6,'1:30 p.m ....:._ vs. Point Loma Nazarene (CA)

Dec. 6, 6 &'8:15 p.m.- QUARTERFINALS

Dec. 7, 11 a.m.- SEMIFINALS

Dec. 6, 6 p.m.- FINALS

7 Holiday- party featuring treats. Santa and the movie "Toy Story"

l 0:30 a.m Student Center

8 Choir Concert. 3 p.m. College Theater

9 Movie, "Toy Story," 8 p.m. Student Center

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Tyler Waggoner daughter of Angel Waggoner "I want a Barbie doll."

Kayla and Alaina Henzel daughters of Vince and Bonnie Henzel "We want a Barney doll."

Katie Klubertanz daughter of Dr. Thomas and Theresa Klubertanz "I want a baby doll."

Taylor Rogers daughter of Melissa Rogers "I want lots of toys."

10 Holidav dinner and dance--' dinner at regular time. dance at 9 p.m Student Center

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Madrigal Dinner, 7 p.m. Student Center

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CAB unites school and family

Campus Activities Board is at it again. As if winning four· awards was not enough, CAB is now pursuing the youngest of Peruvians and should be commended. CAB already does so much for the students of PSC. A lot of energy is 'focused on entertaining and educating the more traditional students, but the children's holiday party is a wonderful way to link the Peru students and their families to the college. ·

One of the strengths of PSC is the tremendous amount of support for those trying to balance a family and an education. This level of personalization can rarely be found on a larger campus. But CAB has recognized that these families need to be a part of the whole "campus experien,ce," an experience that goes beyond attending classes. Family is as much, if not more, a part of these students' lives as classes themselves, and we thank CAB for their efforts to draw the two together.

Drunk driving responsible for. suffering and anguish

By Gretchen M. Stukenholtz have a permanent fear of driving. They all ask, "Why?"

Picture this. So I ask you the same question.

A crowd of 44,000 gathered in a "Why?" Why is it so incredibly sea of red and white at Memorial hard not to get behind the wheel Stadium. A television ·camera after you've been drinking? Is it scanstheindividucilfaces-some because you feel and excited, some nervous-all out you think it could never happen for a good time. to you? Before my sister was in-

The number of people in this jured in a hit-and-run accident, I huge crowd is the same number too felt this kind of thing only of people who will die this year happens to other people. Wake in automobile accidents. Out of up! It happens every day those 44,000-plus people, half will The man responsible for my die in alcohol-related accidents. sister's injuries drives the street

All of us have known of some- today. He left her in the middle one who has been seriously in- of the highway at night, her car jured or even killed in an alcohol- so mangled we could barely tell related accident. it was hers. He probably thought

That someone in my life is my she was dead. He was wrong. I sister, Janie. A few months ago, wonder if he asks himself, she injure9-i11 "Why?" accidel'ff. · : > > :<< · .·· .Ute b_Qttpm line is .that t:h6 deci·

Most people who·have suCh a' to dri.ri:k an'd .dri\re. is traumatic event in their lives usu- mately up to you. You must take ally don't walk away from it the responsibility for tbe consesame. My sister is one of many· quences of your actions. Today, victims of alcohol-re1ated acci- thedrunkdriverisnolongerperdents who wakes having the ceived sympatheticaij.y but as a same recurring nightmare or public menace. The question is joins thousands of people who clear. "Why drink and drive?"

Foreign· countries spend too many nights out on the town

, Well, we're doing it againL The president is sending troops to another foreign country to prove that we are still the world's only remaining superpower. This is 11supposed" to be part of a United Nations multi-national force program to aid the refugees in the war-torn Central Africa debacle, poverty here in Anlerica, I would policy. And don't forget, though which is euphemistically called think that here is where the money those in Washington hope you do, arising nationalism. is needed. I believe that America we were in central Africa once Do we have to always be so "po- can no longer afford multi-million before involving the same exact litically" correct that we are afraid and multi-billion dollar national situation with the same tribes. We to call it for what it is-an ongo- ego flexing and flag waving weren't able to solve their probing tribal, genocidal warfare that abroad. lems then, and we sure aren't gohas been there for centuries. Do Remember some of those proud ing to now. you think the countries involved moments in recent history where We are in a period where interare going to pay for this venture? we spent billions and wasted nationalsuperpowersdon'tmean How about the United Nations? American lives? And when we much anymore. Nations are goWrong, again. It's going to be you left, the people we were supposed ing to have to work out their own and me, the American taxpayer. to be helping booed us out of their troubles for themselves. We have This little venture will cost us countries. · too many troubles in America to about $3 million per day, once it Somalia is a country in name take care of without trying to getsgoing. Withouralreadyhuge only. It's total anarchy. Wear- solvetherestoftheworld'sprobdefidt spending problems, the rived as heroes and left as failures. lems. And, anyway, what gives debt, our decaying edu- Bosnia is turning out to be another us the moral right to interfere in cation systems, urban and rural example of misguided national the first place?

Huge flaws in assumption of sexual harassment

By Kim Milligan

America is buzzing with talk of the Army sex scandal.

So far, 4,000 women·have called the Army's special hotline to report sexual harassment.

It is too easy to becavalier and assume, as an Army generar· speaking publicly has, that sexual harassment must be more widespread than people thought.

There are two huge flaws in this assumption.

The first flaw is the broad, allencompassing definitibn of sexual harassment Many think that sexual harassment means that a male boss tells a female employee that she will not get a raise or pro: motion unless she performs · sexual favors.

That is not the entire definition. Now it means anything, from comments and jokes to touching, that could possibly be construed as sexual and could offend someone in the workplace. The person

making the claim determines what sexual harassment is, and the intent of the.accused is not important.

The second gaping flaw in the assumption that sexual harassment must be prevalent is undoubtedly tJ:i.e most in!felicate, politically incorrect one to bring up.

Very bluntly, it is this: some women fabricate sexual harassment claims. Evidence for a sexual harassment lawsuit is easy to-find if one goes looking for itno boss is totally antiseptic in dealing with his employees.

A woman who is unhappy with her boss has tremendous power. A sexual harassment claim is sure to damage ·his career, if not destroy it, if an investigation is. paI-1; ofl)is permanent performance' records: (as it iS in the Army).·

The number of sexual harassment claims that are fabricated is a matter of debate and speculation. But does happen.

I personally know of two teenage girls who brag about concocting a sexual harassment charge that cost their manager his job. His crime: he yelled at them and made them wash dishes.

Of course,. woinen nee4 leg;'ll to_e11suie places are free from deliberate sexual harassment or degradation.

The good-ole boy attitude that a woman's primary value lies between her legs is difficult to overcome, especially when it pervades the way women are perceived on the job.

But sexual harassment has come full circle. Once men lorded their power over women in the workplace by demanding sexual favors as a qualification for promotion.

Now it seems women have gained the opposite power-the power to destroy a man's career by calling "sexual harassment." Is this the kind of equality we want?

Be ·careful for what you wish Students can't expect advisors to map out future for them

Ahh, youth! ·Some who possess it squander it, wishing for the fu-ture. Some of µs; just slightly past· prime-time; may find ourselves. - : pining for days gone by, when skin was sinooth and thighs were firm. ·

While I don't advocate welcoming the passage of youth with things· alternative band. The sent my friend on her way, assuropen arms, I also realize that an crowd, a mixture of young and ing her that I did, indeed, have a all-out battle against aging is em- not-so-youngsters, saw a great ride. Waiting, I contemplated barrassing. Perhaps just a little show. Driving home, we excitedly how I had come to be in such a shoving match is in order. rehashed the night of music. situation. Was I searching for For instance, I am back in school, As We parted ways at-Trail's End some musical fountain of youth as spending time with students of all in Rockport,lhappily hopped out part of some grand plan to recapages_many younger than me. To of her car, ready fbr :the res.t of my tute my younger days? some, it might seem that I'm re- driye:home: Long 5fory short-I When my ride arrived, only living my youth, chasing the past. realized; to my _hoiror, ·that moments passed before I realized Believe me, my youth is nothing though_! at iny car, my purse, the answer to my question. Who I'd like to repeat and the only and keys, were still in Omaha, needs to go back to school to feel thing I'm chasing is an education. Obviously, there's a story about truly young again? Why see fresh If, in the process, I make some how this happened, but it's long new bands for a fountain-offriends and maybe hear a ·little and complicated and I come off youth fix? music-great! looking kind of dorky, so suffice All you really need to do is Like the other night, my friend it to say, 1 was locked out of my climb, once again, into the back and I went to the Ranch Bowl in car at a truck stop on a Tuesday seat of your parents' car and hear, Omaha to-catch Semisonic, a night at 2:30 a.m. once again, that ageless question:

By Joy Huber Advisors

should be helpful in answering most of your ques-

"You'll be assigned an tions or referring you to other to help you figure out your class faculty who can help you. schedule " They can also be good at lis-

If we think back, we all heard tening to your scheduling consomething similar to this in our flicts, but they cannot be exearly days at PSC. But to what pected to know everything about intensity have we expected that every class or all the. requireadviso.r's 'help'? ments for each degree.

Do you plan all your courses Ultimately, it is our education, and then talk them over with and we should plan for it. The your advisor, explaining·how key to making our time in class they fit in completing your de- count here at Peru State is pregree? Or do you head to your planning. Consult the college advisor expecting them to know catalog to see what courses, tests all the courses you need and to and competencies your degree give you 'interesting and fun' requires' classes that don't start before 11 When schedules come out, plan a.m.? several alternatives. If you have

The majority of us probably fall questions about a specific class, somewhere between these two ask the instructor. extreme examples. Then try to use your advisor

Many students need to under- more for professional feedback stand that advisors are there to than as main facilitator of your them,. not do it for __

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Students can juggle theater children and school

Continued from page 1 then I have to find some time during the day to call and make the appointment. Then I have to try and fit the appointment into my school schedule, which can be a real pain. I may have to miss a couple of classes that I can't afford to miss, but if my daughter is sick what else can I do?" she said.

What do parents do when their children get sick? Most daycare centers or baby sitters won't allow sick children in their care, and parents are then forced to find alternative care sources for their children while they are sick.

Some students are lucky enough to have family members that can help out, but for those who don't, this is a real problem. For example, a parent of a sick child has to make a mad dash to try and find someone who can watch him for a few hours if the parent can't miss class.

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SEDlACEKSCHUU (left) member of the Omaha Light Artillen; and Company B. l st NE Volunteers assists Michelle Olson from the Literature Fights and Refights the Civil War class to fire a replica 12pound mountain howitzer in the intramural field behind the AV Larson building. The event took place on Nov. 12. -photo by Dr. Dan Holtz

Parents may also feel quite guilty if forced to leave a sick child with someone else.

"Sometimes I have a test or I have to tum in a paper, and I am forced to leave my six-year-old daughter Laura at a sitter," said senior elementary education major Cathy Boeche.

"I feel pretty guilty, but I don't have any other choice. I know that I feel worse about it than she does. Laura doesn't mind the sacrifices we have had to make. She sees them as positive step towards our future, and I think that this whole school experience has made her see just how important education really is,"Boeche c0ntinued.

So next time your alarm goes off at 7 a.m., and you find yourself barely able to get out of bed because you stayed up till 2 a.m. writing some paper you put off for weeks, think about all those committed parents out there who do this every day because they have to.

By Tess Gruber

The College Theater was once again full of fun and laughter when the children's theater class performed a non-traditional play called "Somewhere Under the Rambow."

Twenty-three area elementary schools were invited to attend this magical event which was held under the direction of instructor Bob Beadell. The play consistedof four very entertaining skits that even had this stressed-out college student feeling like a kid again. ·

The students involved did all the lighting, stage design, costumes and props. The stage and characters looked great, and you could tell that a lot of extra time and effort went into making .everything run smoothly and look great.

The first act consisted of a talk show hosted by Alice in Wonderland. The topic of the show was "Naughty Storybook Children," and her guests were Little Red Riding Hood, Peter Pan, Hansel and Gretel and Snow White.

The next act was Sleeping Beauty with a twist. It was a girl that awakened· the whole king-

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GET FUNKY! Freedom Robinson and Shanda Hohn get down with their bod selves in PSC's production "Somewhere under the Rainbow." The ploy was presented on Nov. l 4 and l 5. -photo by Doug Kerns dom after an evil fairy placed an evil spell on the young prince.

The third act was Cinderella with a humorous tum. Instead of wishing to attend a ball, this Cinderella wishes to attend a rock concert. The last act was based on the Goldilocks and the Three

Bears.

This play was excellent, and those who didn't attend really missed out. There seemed to be many talented actors on our small campus. Next time they put on a show, take some time out of your schedules and go watch.

United Ministries wants to help Ministry available on campus

By Joanna Stauffer

Many students involved in their churches at home before coming to Peru State College who would like to continue to be involved will be interested to know that the campus ministry office at PSC wants to help.

There are several types of campus ministries. The United Ministries in Higher Education (UHME) is one that we have at Peru.

UMHE is funded by the United Methodist Church Conference and other Protestant churches.

Over the years the UMHE office at Peru has sponsored several activities for students.

Although it is not very active now, Campus Minister Barry Rempp said he would like to see a youth group started on campus next semester.

The UMHE office is located in A.D. Majors room 320. UMHE also has a peer minister in the office every weekday morning with Barry Rempp; both are available to answer questions or help students.

Students interested in a youth group are encouraged to stop by the office.

The purpose of UMHE is not to force religion on anybody, but to let students have an opportunity to take part in what the ministries have to offer.

&arnes' volleyball proficiency earns 1im player of the year nomination

: AndreaTee

..eroy Barnes, junior psychology I sociology major, receives the honor of being this issue's intramural "Player of the Year" <:andidate.

Barnes is a member of the intramural volleyball team the "Winners." He played on his high-school's volleyball team and feels right at home on the court at PSC. His 6'2" height doesn't hurt him much-he can practically spike the ball without leaving the ground, except for one game when "the ball was set really high, about 30 feet in the air,. and I jumped about 40 ft and had to wait for the ball, then spiked the ball in the opments face. But it was no problem," bragged Barnes.

When he isn't telling tall tales, Barnes enjoys drawing, playing bas!tball, ping pong and cross stitching. Oh, and since Barnes is shy, I ill hisaccompli$htt1ent: a first place ribbon r his cross -stitch mural of hiinself:ii:Ethe annual Peru cross stitch •ntest held every November.

Congratulations Barnes, and may your stitches always be crossed.

itunning upset ends Peru's season

1 Matt Maxwell

The Peru State College football am's season came to an end last eekend.

The Bobcats slipped in the mud 1d fell to Nebraska Wesleyan 10 ). The 'Cats fell behind early in 1e first half and, partly because ' pouring rain and a saturated eld, were not able to score in the 'condhalf.

The loss brought a premature 1d to a successful season. P-State.needed a win to secure playoff game, but instead were >reed to settle for a strong 7 3. 'cord, the first winning

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for the 'Cat_s in four years. Wesleyan, 1 - 8 coming into the game, rose to the occasion and played the spoiler role in splendid fashion.

Wesleyan had notb.iDg at all to lose and played like it. Wesleyan's tough play co,mbined with some costly Bobcat turnovers to result in a huge, heartbreaking upset. The loss hangs like a dark cloud over an otherwise bright season.

The future looks bright for next year's squad. Out of a roster of over 90 active players and redshirts, only seven are seniors. ·

Terry Rice (500 receiving yards and five touch<:'-owns), Jamie

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Cason (491 receiving yards and two touchdowns)), Scott Weyers (59 tackles and four interceptions), Jeremy Martensen(196 all-purpose yards), Jermaine Sharpe (39 tackles and fiv.e sacks), Jeff Rl'!ed (92 tackles and 4.3 sacks) and Kent Chase· (20 will be missed next year. · Each should be applauded for outstanding college careers and for leading Peru State to winning ways. ·

It's been a pleasure watching .them perform, and the successes of the next few years will be a great reflection of alI they contributed to the program.

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IN HIS SECOND SEASON AS PERU STATE'S HEAD COACH, Dick Strittmatter hos led the Bobcats to their first winning seo5on in four vears: Onlv one game stood between the 'Cots and the post-season. but perennial underdog Nebraska Weslevon and the torrential downpours put and end to a great Bobcat seo5on on Nov. 16 in the Oak Bowl. -photo by Andrea Tee

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A fan for all seasons

By RndraaTse

When one thinks of PSC's biggest fan, only one name comes to mind-Dan Cotton. Born in burn, he has been in or around Peru all of his life. Cotton has been going to Peruathletic practices and games since he was five years old;

Although he graduated from Rumbolt High School, Cotton couldn't stayawayfromPeru. He returned in '69 to attend PSC on football and baseball scholarships. · While at Peru, he was assistant coach for PSC baseball in '74 & '75 and assistant coach for football in '76. Cotton graduated from Peru with a B.S. in education/physical education, driver's education and a coaching endorsement in '76.

Cotton was brought up on PSC sports. When July and August come around he starts getting the Bobcat feeling. He used to run from elementary school to the football field just to watch the practice.

He again left Peru to teach and coach in Milligan and Deshler, but he returned in '91 because he couldn't stay away from Peru. Even though Cotton was residing in other places besides Peru, he

went to all of the 'Cats' football games. Since '87, he hasn't missed ten ball gayi.es, both home and away.

Cotton once traveled from Texas to Kentucky to watch the 'Cats play. In '90 he went to TeXas to watch the football playoffs. During his drive to Texas, he stopped and picked up a dead armadillo from the side of the road and had it stuffed as a memorabilia from the game. He. was going to have the 90-91 season record engraved on the armadillo and donate it to the college but decided against it. Then in '91 he was there to see the 'Cats win the National Championship game.

With all of this PSC spirit under his belt one would think he had a child playing here, but he doesn't, YET! He has a 14-year-old son, Justin. "Sorry son, but you just don't have much choice but to be a Bobcatathlete," said Cotton.

Now, when I say Cotton has been to almost every game, I mean been there on the sidelines, NOT · in the stands. He likes to be down there to yell at those boys and gir],s, keep them pumped up, hear the pads pop or watch the girls give it their all, and said, "I'm as

close as! can get to playing, and if I could I would!"

Cotton isn't part of the coaching staff, remember, as his job keeps him from coaching due to .time, and he's run into some trouble with certain referees. Well, if one thinks that a man in black/white stripes is going to keep hiffi away, one has another thing coming.

Cotton has taken the identity of water boy, coach, trainer, statistician, security guard and even part of the grounds crew. I guess one could say he'll do anything to stay down on the field or court. He has also helped get the Football Ball Boosters Clubback on its ·

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR DAN COTTON, you can find him right next to th action. Whether he's on the 30-yard line or behind the Peru State bench durin a basketball game. Cotton can be found at most all PSC gameswith a pulse c around 140. -photo by Andrea Tee feet while being a key member himself.

Why is Cotton so devoted to the Bobcat cause? "I'm proud of Peru and its athletes. I love to see the kids go through playing their hearts out and giving 110%. The competition and action factor just

Soc,cer: more than just low scoring

Soccer is now known·to be the fastest growing sport in America. ·-.Althoughcsoccer;.or·fotbota$ it is otherwise known as, has been big in such places as Europe, Mexico and South America, it has just recen tl y started to take off in America as we have a professional soccer league, MIS (Major League Soccer).

By the way, this issue's "tush" on the tush rating system goes to Cobi Jones of the Los Angeles Galaxy pro soccer tean:i.. His hair leaves much to be desired as it looks like there are·birds nesting in it, but his derriere is much desired as it receives a 15!

being formed all over the U.S.even right here in Nebraska. Yes, this wonder drug has already made ithere to the midwest! Most of these spring chickens, as I will call them, admit to have started playing soi;;cer as a kid, but now it has a·whole new meaning.

stamina. Think of that what you wish!

The canes and walkers are miraculously disappearing, the glasses are being tossed, and the dentures are no longer needing,

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gets my heart pumping!"

Dan was proud to be·given this honor, he said that there is another fan who equals his spirit: Kent Coleman. "He is just as big of a PSC supporter as I am!" commented Cotton. His dying wish is to be buried

under the big "P" on the hill c the visitor's side. of the footb< stadium. "Pick up the 'P,' dig n a hole and bury me in the old 0< Bowl!"

Until then, if you're looking f, Dan Cotton, the 30-yard line where you'll find him.

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Men's Box Women's Box

PERU STATE (102)

GRINNELI.:(i36) PERU STATE (65)

Vard 3-7 9-11 15, Daniell 0-2 2-2

DOANE (74)

·,Riley8-ll 2-319, Burton0-00-0 Schulte 2-101-35, Othmer5-10 0-

1, Gibbs 1-3 6-8 8, Johnson 3-8 5-8 2 11, Steins 0-0, 2, Mahlberg

.1, Curry 1-10-02, Cohn 9-13 2-2 0-20-00,Hubach4-132-210,Petry

:1, Hollier 4-5 2-2 10, Maxwell 5- 7-17 0-0 20, Hornung 2-7 1-2 6, 0

High-scoring men's team .. co.uldn't score high enough against Grinnell

By Terry Dugan Bobcats with 18 points.

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But when Peru State wins, they

Averaging 83 points per game, win big. The Bobcats have won the men's basketball team jogged their five games by an average of into the first week of December 21 points. with a 6-3 record. York College became a victim on

However, iri the finals of the Nov. 12 falling 90-60. Senior coGrinnell tournament on Nov. 23, captain Scott Daniell shot 83 perscoring over 100 points couldn't cent from downtown for an early save the Bobcat's from the barrage season high of 15 points. Cohn of trifectas flung by Grinnell Col- and senior forward Demarcus lege in the 102-136 loss. Johnson both pulled in five reCoach John Gibbs said he had bounds. never seen anything like it. Concordia College of St. Paul Grinnell attemped over 100 shots, (MN) suffered a similadate in the morethanhalfofthoseshotscame consolation match of the Dana from three-point land. tournament Nov. 16 as Peru State

Although six Bobcats scored in pulled away in the second half double figures, led by senior for- like Cigar on the backstretch, 74ward Lance Cohn's 21, they 50. · turned the ball over 39 times to Ward dished out seven assists, Grinnell's 17. and Riley tallied 19. 'Concordia

With their weirdest loss of the failed to function in the second year came their closest win as half making only 26.9 percent of Peru State beat Mount Mercy Col- their shots and scoring a mere 16 lege 85-78 in the first round of the points.

Grinnell tournament.

Peru State kept Kansas

Freshman point guard Jermel Wesleyan's offense in check durWard played .like a man pos- ing the first home game, 86-70. sessed. He led the team with 17 Riley scored 21 and shared the points, eight assists, six rebounds team lead in rebounds with senior and four steals. power forward Lawrence Hollier

The only Qther Bobcat loss in the with seven.

last three weeks came at the hands The Peru State tournament Friof Huron (SD) College at the Dana day and Saturday will mark the tournament, 70-85. end of a four game home stand. Senior center Chris James led all The Bobcats will not play in the players with eight rebounds and AWAC again until Jan. 21. senio:r; forward Tom Riley led the

Slow start for women's team due to inexperience

"We've played hard enough ahd well enough to win all of our games this year," said head women's basketball coach Tara Kreklau, "but we've had some trouble down the stretch."

She was commenting on the tremendous hustle and quality efforts being put out on the floor this season and how the losing scores :have not: been an indication.of how-well the women have.played.

Team co-captain Angie Hubach commented, "We still have some rough edges that come with the start of a new season, but things are looking good and the rough spots.will be worked out."

The roughness is indicative of the host of new faces on the squad this year.

Make your

····"We•stilIR'aviitto getiisea foeaCh other," said sophomore Amy Petry. "With all the new players this year, we are being overlooked, but I think we are going to suprise a few teams as the season goes on."

The key to the season to this point has been balance. The lady hoopsters have three players averaging double digits in points. Another key been the outstanding teai:n defense thus far.

· Coach Kreklau had put an emphasis on rebounding and staying out of foul trouble. So far the women have done just that. As a team they hav:e made more free throws than their opponents have even attempted, and they have also out-rebounded their opposition .2 to 1. "The key to our success will be to continue putting a

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floor," concluded Kreklau. It must be mentioned that senior forward Angie Hubach is having an outstanding beginning to her senior campaign. She was named to the Hastings College Classic All-Tournament team and wrapped up with a stellar performance versus Paul Quinn College. In the game she tallied 27 points and pounded the boards for 13 rebounds to bring her team leading season average to 17.2 pts I gm and 11.3 reb/gm.

Next on tap for the women is the completion of a six game homestand which continues tonight against Grandview and concludes Sunday versus Dana. So show some Bobcat spirit and come out and support the women's basketball team.

STATE COLLEGE STUDENTS

You are invited to worship with us at AUBURN BEREAN CHURCH. We are a church committed to the truth of God's Word and its relevancy to our everyday lives.

You are welcome to .enjoy a home-cooked meal after the service-just contact Pastor Kevin or Cynthia on Saturday (274-5531). ·

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. 17th & "N" St.-Auburn

Also, anyone interested in a Bible study by J .I. Packer entitled "KNOWING GOD" should call the number above or the church (274-3019). This is a deep and though provoking study.

SENIOR CENTER CHRIS JAMES MUSCLES his way around the paint as he prepares to snag one of his team high eight i:.ebounds against Kansas Wesle1,1an Nov. 19. James leads the team in rebounds with an aver::ige of 4.4 per game. - photo by Andrea Tee

Raabe ponders over tush

Dear Editor on High,-

I recently received the PSC Tunes from a friend. I· was perusing this top college fishwrap, when a female columnist caught my attention. I believe it was a tush rating.

I was aghast. First of all, we all know my buttocks are top of the line. Mywifehas goneonrecord to vouch for. that.

Second, we all know that I would have never written anything so controversial. This "tush" column rocked my jour-

Hard rock is the perfect Christmas gifi

nalistic virginity.

Finally, how does Clemente (Dr. William, that is) keep getting the press? I believe this is.some sort of tush/crack coup d'etat.

I believe it was Socrates who once said, "I'd rate Faith Hill's rear a9.5." Wait. Maybethatwas Clemente. I always confuse the two. Anyway, it is time we men unite and do the honorable thing-get naked and moon everyone!

Siricerely, Chris Raabe

Things defined over the last two weeks

COURTESY OF THE O.J SIMPSON CJ\/JL TRIAL

Idiot-1: a feeble-minded person 2: anyone standing outside the courthouse with a "Free O.J." sign

Wrestling-I: the sport of hand-to-hand combat between two opponents who seek to throw and pin each other 2: spousal abuse 3: what you do to your wife before you stab her I8 times

Celebrity-I: widely known; often referred to, distinguished, renowned, noted, and famous individuals- 2: someone who can buy and sell the average Joe a million times over 3: someone who can wrestle and get away with it 4: someone who can't sue <wY papers they can prove malice

Perjury- I: the voluntary violation of an oath to tell the truth 2: what you have to do when you're a celebrity (see definition number3)

Indifferent-I: unbiased 2: marked by no special liking for or dislike of something 3: being able to kick a celebrity (Def. #3) when they're down whether they did it or not

It's thattime of year again. Time to figure out what you're getting everybody for Christmas. is always a good idea. The state of popular music is sad. Alanis · Morrisette is still in the top ten and Tupac_Shakur has a best-selling album from the grave. The rest of the Billboard charts aren't much better. How grim. So, to get to my point, if you want to give the gift of gQQ4 music you'll probably have to look at some older releases, the classics if you will. And your friendly neighborhood music columnist is here to help. You can thank me later.

The following albums are musthaves for the same reason that everyone needs at least one of classic literature on-their shelves - to show they have taste. ·· ·

I think I'll begin with Led ,Zeppelin's fourth and untitled album, known as 'Led IV" or 'Zoso'. It starts with the provocative "Black Dog", then "Rock and Roll"(enough said), and the tranquil "The Battle of Evermore" which is followed by the #1 FM radio song of all time "Stairway to Heaven". The next three songs are great as well, but less dramatic. The final cut, "When The Levee Breaks," showcases drummer John Bonham's thunderous pounding in a powerful way. 'Led IV' is not my favorite Zeppelin Album, 'Led Zeppelin I' is;" it is probably their most enduring effort.

Led Zeppelin were strongly influenced by blues, but for raw and sleazy blues-rock nobody beats

THE LIFE AND TIMES OF DIESEL DOG

TODAY'S LESSON:· ON DRUGS DO STUPID THI GS

LET'S DO IT, DOG! Why don't you grab an apple off of the table and my master has a fully loaded revolver fn the third drawer of his drug dresser.

Yeah. He's also keeps his needlepoint stuff in there too. He gets bpred sometimes. You have to put energy to use somehow.

AC/DC. 'Back in Black' was the first album with singer Brian Johnson, replacing Bon Scott who died from his own debauchery. The album opens with "Hells Bells," a song that cannot be played loud enough. Songs like "Shoot to Thrill," the title track, "You Shook Me All Night Long."

"Rock N' Roll Ain't Noise Pollution," i:he recipe for drunkenness "Have A Drink On Me," and all the other tunes are cards in a loaded deck.r When I got my first copy (I've worn out'two) and listened to it I wondered how I lived without it. "Back in Black" isn't politically correct or quiet, but it sure is a ton of fun.

The Doors may not be the same kind of fun as AC/DC, but they were more beautiful and poetic. They made music for the ages that was deep, and often dark and trance-inducing. "The Best of The Doors" is their best and most comprehensive collection. "Break On Through" and "The End" and the bookends on this set. The songs include "Light My Fire," "Five To One," "Riders On the Storm," "Roadhouse Blues," and a great amount of other unforgettable songs. The music and Jim Morrison's lyrics are hypnotizing. The Doors were a legendary band

with the drunken Jim as leade No one should be without this CD set.

Those three are just a beginnin and to keep from being mailed pipe bomb I will list some honrn able mentions. "Appetite For struction" from Guns N' Roses ; an all-time great. I have the albur memorized backwards and fo; wards. I've listened to it an ur healthy amount of times and kee: coming back. Jimi Hendrix's "U timate Experience" indispem able as well: If you don't think h was the greatest guitarist of a time, then listen to this. For thos with an adventurous side Ne: Young's "Live Rust" is a grec: piece of acoustic beauty an• grungy guitars. To sum up every thing, collections by Aerosmitl The Eagles, The Rolling Stonei The Beatles, Tom Petty, Chuc Berry, Elvis or perhaps Pin Floyd's "The Wall" would all b great. I could go on until the cow come home, and I've probably for gotten somebody, but there's onl_, so much space.

The answer for last time wa "Sweet Child O' Mine." To solv a bet, the present question i 'What early to mid-eighties met2 band did "We're Not Gonna Tak' It?"

By Scott Krichau and Parry Docksil(

·volume 74

By Terry Dugan and Greg Wolfe

No one can accuse the Peru State volleyball team of underachievement.

The Bobcats ended their season in San Diego at the NAIA National Tournament Dec. 6 by losing to eventual tournament runner-up Point Loma Nazarene (CA) College 20-18 in the fifth game.

· But the story doesn't end there.

· During pool play, in which Peru State went 2-2, the Bobcats shocked Brigham Young University-Hawaii, the number one team in the nation, in five games.

After scoring only seven points in the first two games combined (15-1 and 15-6), Peru State woke up and toppled the Dolphins by taking the next three games 15-8, 15-9, 15-8.

BYU-Hawaii, who went on to win the tournament for the third straight year, -had not lost in 52 consecutive matches and won 40 straight games dating back to mid-September.

In match number one of pool play, Peru downed Hastings College 12-15, 15-4, 15-8, 15-11. Junior Kendra Cory recorded 20 kills, the most per game for the Bobcats in the tournament. Cory also made 28 digs, the third highest

total of all teams. Sophomore Kendra Jacobsen delivered seven aces (another Peru tournament high) against the Broncos.

Match two against BYU-Hawaii might very well represent the biggest win in school history. Despite falling behind in the first two games, Peru State survived the hard spiking BYU-Hawaii team by out-digging· the number one Dolphins 90-58. Junior Stacy Fitch dished up more assists than the entire BYU-Hawaii team·.

Five hours later, the Bobcats squared up againstnumber eight Madonna (MI) University. After taking the first game, Peru State hung tough but ran out of juice losing the match 15-8, 9-15, 10-15, 11-15.

"When you beat the number one team in the nation, it is mentally and physically draining," said Athletic Director Lori Kildal. "Coming out of that match [against BYU-Hawaii], you could tell they had nothing left."

·With the winner advancing to the quarterfinals, the Bobcats l::/attied tooth-and-nail against the host team Point Loma Nazarene.

After losing the first game 13-15, Loma turned the tables on Peru by

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Does legalization of marijuana for medical use contradict war against drugs?

By Juliane lee

"I swear, I did not inhale/' President Clinton assured· the American people as he confronted the allegations that he had smoked pot while attending college. Well, what if it didn't matter whether he did or didn't? With the recent decision by voters in both California and Arizona to allowdoctors to prescribe marijuana for medicinal purposes, the hotly debated topic of marijuana legalization has managed to make its way back into the political spotlight once again.

The initiated statute exempts

from criminal law patients and defined caregivers who possess or cultivate marijuana for medicinal treatment recommended by a physician. Physicians who recommend use would not be punished.

Proponents of pot for medical purposes are setting their sights on the rest of the country, and are launching a national campaign, "Americans for medical rights," to focus on marijuana legislation in other states and on the federal level. While both California and Arizona may say it's legal, federal law still says, "no way."

Supporters say the new laws will ease the. pain of some cancer,

AIDS and glaucoma patients.· It could make the difference between them being an invalid lying in bed all day vomiting and being active and even getting up where they could function. Opponents say legalization sends the wrong message, especially to kids.

Lawrence Hollier, Peru State senior criminal justice major, feelS that this decision.will give kids the wrong message. "Op one hand we are telling kids, 'Just say no to drugs,' and then we tum around and say it is OK. That is a major contradiction that I think will confuse kids," he said.

Post:.graduate special educa-

tion major Dellyn Feighner doesn't think legalization is a good idea. "It probably won't affect the number of people using marijuana, but it downplays the message to kids that drugs are bad and should be avoided."

In a .recent CNN interview, California's attorney general, Dan Lungren, agreed. "We're going to have a hell of a time limiting marijuana use among young people in California at the very time marijuana use is skyrocketing around the country," he said.

using the drug. Melanie Nanse, senior human services major, grew up in California and thinks this initiative is a good idea if properly supervised. "Voters did not change the law that the use of drugs is a felony. It is still a signal to the children and everyone else that using drugs is a crime. But when used for medicinal purposes on a limited basis, the drug should be made available by doctors for patients who are comfortable using it."

At one time there was a chapter of NORML (National Many people, however, believe that the federal law still carries with it strong implications for not

Continued on page 2

Internship opportunities available for majors in several areas of study

By Freedom Robinson

Many internship opportunities are available for interested students.

There are four types of internships for business, general science and education majors.

The internships are offered on two levels. The first level is 241, which is more experimental than the 441 level, which deals with more specific specialized occupational training. With the internships students can chose how many credit hours to register for.

Each credit hour is equivalent to 40 hours of work.

The cooperative education office works with the student as well as the employer; Supervisors complete evaluations throughout the entire internship. Interns also report on their experiences of the career they hope to pursue.

After completing the internship this experience could be placed on a resume. For information concerning internship opportunities, contact the offices of cooperative education which is located in the lower level of the Administration Building.

JAISA KAPPAS tries to put one down against Point Loma Nazarene (CA) College at the NAIR Notional · Tournament, which ran from Dec 4- 7 in Son Diego. Even though the Bobcats fell two points shy of making the quarterfinals, Peru State stunned number one ranked Brigham Young University-Hawaii in pool ploy 1-15, 515, 15-8, 15-9, 15-8. -photo by Terry Dugan

The number of high school students who have used mar!i_l!ana has the last

Vollevball team wins battle but loses the war

Continued from page 1 winning game two, 15-13. Peru squeaked out the third game 1513 before feeling the effects of the l?attle .ail;sl losing four, 4-15.

In. game five, neither I.,oma nor Peru held a lead of rrioi:e than two points. After fighting off three match points, Peru held serve and

Stich pushes for .grant to fix roads

By Brooke Shaffer

had a match point of their own at 18-17. Loma stood.their ground and captured the last three points to put an end to Peru's season by winning 20-18. Peru State ended their season at 41-13. With only senior Tracy Cochran graduating, the Bobcats can look to nexf year not to rebuild but to reload.

Final Individual Statistics Leaders

Hitting Pct.

Kills/Game

Assists/Game Serve Pct.

Aces

Stacy Fitch (.367)

Kendra Cory (.339)

Tracy Cochran ( .240)

Kendra Cory (3.68)

Tracy Cochran (2.98)

Jaisa Kappas (2.40)

Stacy Fitch (10.56)

Jaisa Kappas (.975)

Tracy Cochran (.943)

Julie Nykodym (.920)

· Jacobsen (111)

Tracy Cochran (67)

Mara Russell (51)

Digs

Jaisa Kappas (789)

Kendra Cory (647)

Tracy Cochran (617)

Blocks/Game

Dana Stube (1.27)

Kendra Cory (;84)

Stacy Fitch (.56)

Unassisted Blocks

Dana Stube (62)

Kendra Cory (42)

Jaisa Kappas (35)

Although some of you may know that Dick Stich recently won his second term as mayor of Peru, you may not be aware of who Dick Stich is or what his responsibilities are as mayor of Peru.

Stich moved from Omaha to Peru in 1979:and bought the store that is now Decker's, which he later sold to Ed Decker in 1984. Now Stich spends much of his time selling real estate and auctioneering for Bernard Real Estate and Auctioneering in Auburn:

Stich is also on the advisory board for the American State Bank in Auburn and is the president for the Nemaha Valley Real Estate Association;

An avid race fan, Stich enjoys going to Indy Car and Nascar races.

As mayor of Peru, Stich says his job ..includes putting the city's budget together and managing the city's business. He also spends tin\e giving out parking tickets to people who park in "No Parking" zones.

FINAL ExAM SCHEDCJLE

PERU'S MAYOR DICK STITCH signs a proclamation during American Education Week last November at PSC. -ph·oto by Kent Propst

"I wish I could also give out moving violations sometimes," said Stich. He gets paid $480 per year for being mayor.

In Stich's last four years of office, Peru has purchased a new salt and sand spreader, an '89 Ford pickup, a new Case back hoe and a street sweeper.

Right now Peru is in the process

of getting a $250 thousand grant from the state which will mainly be used to improve the streets next summer.

Stich wanted to urge people to come to the city's meetings so they can learn more about what is taking place in Peru. The next meeting is on Jan. 9, 1997.

Marijuana for medical purposes

·tion for fhe Reform of Marijuana

Continued from page 1 ago, and in 1968, he signed the original petitions in California for this purpose. "In my opinion, there is no difference between smoking pot and drinking alcohol. Actually, there is a much bigger problem jn this country with kids and alcohol, and there are not any major attempts currently underway to fix that. Besides, why should only the sick people get to have all the fun?" he said.

Laws) on campus which supported fhe legalization of marijuana. According to Shanda Hahn, CAB president, fhe group disbanded in 1993 when all of the group members graduated. "They were never recognized by the college, and therefore once the original members left there was no attempt made to keep the organization going."

Dr. Bill Clemente, associate professor of English, has been a long proponent for the legalization of marijuana. He feels that the drug should have been legalized years

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Time ripe for textbook tycoons

As the semester draws to a close, it is time again for all the holiday routines: finals frenzy, last-minute gift hunts, shovelling snow. And so again the long procession of PSC students makes its same trudging migration up the hill to the bookstore to back books just bought for this semester's classes.

You can almost see their slow single-file shuffle, eyes downcast, backs bent urtder the load of knowing that the books they reluctantly carry have miraculously lost at least 80 percent of their value. Is this trend as unalterable as the change in seasons, or is there something we can do about it?

Many students, fed up with the high prices of new books and the low payments for returned books, post fliers advertising books they want to sell or buy. Yet this grassroots effort needs organization.

Students should band together; some enterprising young capitalists out there ruminating in the dark recesses of Morgan or Delzell could rise up and take the book by it binding and organize a book buy-back club so students can get a better deal. Nothing stands in the way of students supporting each other.

Students of Peru, Unite!

1 0 positive ways to deal with holiday stress

From The American Heart Association

1. Take as ious look at the

2. Delegat i.bilitieshook.

3. Schedule like it to be.

4. Take an invent turn to, devote some out to others.

5. Identify hostile, provok

6. Place yourself in situ then practice not getting

7. Drive in the slow lane positive coping rather than b

8. Try to control anger and or not it is worth the cost to

9. Don't turn to unhealthful ing alcohol, smoking and ove

10. Develop positive strategi walking, relaxation, humor a spective.

Although stress is unavoid days enjoyable for everyone.

law stops in for Christmas visit

In the spirit of the holiday season, my son, Tim, will be doing community service work during the next few weeks.

At 16, he realizes the value of giving to those less fortunate. He's also putting in extra hours at his telemarketing job to earn money for Christmas gifts.

Yeah, right!

The reality of the situation is that his holiday spirit is court-imposed. That's right. My son, an unfortunate favorite of local law enforcement officials, will be fulfilling an ironclad obligation to perform 25 hours of community serv'ice as part of his sentence for the crime of hunting coons with the aid of an artificial light- spotlighting.

And the extra hours at work?

The only gifts he'll be able to afford this year will be those that he receives. All of his time and ef-

fort at. his beloved telemarketing position will solely benefit the citizens of Nebraska in the form of hefty fines.

I feel I must point out that Tun is an intelligent, kindhearted, basically good kid. He's just exhibited some bad judgment latelysome extremely bad judgment.

Like, for example, an earlier mailbox bashing incident that gave new meaning to the words "going postal." Or, a recent lunchtime excursion that cost him $102-$2 for lunch and a $100 tip for the officer serving the speed-

ing ticket. But, I digress. While he hasn't been out drinking, doing drugs or participating in gang activities, he has broken the law.

So this holiday season, he's receiving a valuable lesson.

It's better to give than receive?

CAl.e should help those less fortunate? Peace on earth and goodwill toward men? And animals?

These are wonderful sentiments and, hopefully, he's absorbed them through the years. But this year's lesson?

Crime doesn't pay.

How do you manage end of the semester stress?

Justin Williamson

freshman criminal justice major "I handle end of the semester stress by listening to music and thinking about studying."

s decisions aboutwhether

with stress including brisk vents in their proper per-

junior music major

"I try to take it one day at a time and handle things as they come." ·

senior business management major

"My stress level is usually no higher than it is throughout the semester. I don't have a lot of comprehensives to study for so it's not any harder."

Travis Allgood

senior business management major

"Prioritize what needs to be done, exercise and time management plans. I also try to geta lot of sleep."

Davis ganders into political crystal ball Ful I edwcation not a guarantee for success in tough job market

Well the 1996 elections are over. The president •is picking a new cabinet. The Republicans still control the Congress. And we are no better off now than we were before. Usually I write about something current that really needs to be brought to the American public's attention, but since this is the last issue before the new year I thought I'd share my predictions for 1997.

The Congress: While Newt Gingrich still controls the House, with the Democrats picking up 18 new seats and the number of moderate Republicans still in office, his adversarial role in attacking the president will come to an end. He won't have the power to overcome any presidential veto. Gingrich rather than Clinton will be the lame duck. Senator P'Amato will be investigated for misuse of power. Gingrich will be censured for an ethics violation. Senator Lott will pick up the "far righttorch" from the Speaker.

The Administration: President Clinton will get everything he wants by threatening to use the line-item veto which the Republi-

cans voted in last year under the assumption that Dole would be president. A large number of career federal employees in Washington will be so fed up that they quit or retire and will leave a ma- , jor vacuum in the Federal Executive Corps. The new Director of Central Intelligence will be despised by not only the career intelligence officers of the CIA but will be held in low esteem by the _world's intelligence community. He will resign. Mondale will be the new UN Ambassador.

International Affairs: Colonel Khadaffi of Libya will have completed a major chemical weapons factory inside a mountain in Libya by this summer and will pose a major threat to the free world. NATO and the US will have no choice but to invade Libya to de-

stroy t;Jle factory. The Arab nations will decrease the supply of oil in protest. John Majors of England will not survive a no confidence vote, and a new Labor government will be in place for the first time in decades. There will be a major protest by the Russian Army this year due to lack of payment of salaries. The citizens of Moscow and St. Petersburg will join in the protest. There will be an assassination attempt against Yassar Arafat.

The American People: We will still be saddled with a never.ending national dept. Medicare and medical costs in general will be reviewed due to scandals involving HMO's. We'll be no better off than last year. The government , will default by 2004.

By Katie Naprstek

The crowded market of college teachers is nothing new.

Education majors are going to school longer, building fine records, and working extra hard for that A+ mark, and do all of the necessary things and more to gain a Ph.D in the education field. But, is there going to be any jobs out there for them when they graduate with a Ph.D. instead of just a bachelor's degree or a high school diploma?

It's a scary thought, but unfortunately that is exactly what the job market for education majors is looking like these days.

Investing all the time and energy in college and j:h'.en taking on the extra time to get that Ph.D. is not even worth it. We are told from the very beginning that a college education is the key to our future, and the "bigger and better" degree we have, the betterjop we will get. "You'llbefilpping burgers for the rest of your

life, if you do not go to college," they say.

So we are supposed to work really hard for at least four years to get a degree in education and even longer to get a Ph.D., just to have that title and then be une!I}-ploy_ed .when we graduate? Sounds like a lot of hard work and not much in return, huh?

Why do. we college students fork out all of the money for school, books, room/board, loans, etc., when we may not even be guaranteed a job in the field that we have majored in, or we may have to work for a measly salary?

My thoughts may seem greedy, but it is scary to think that after going to college and owing thousands of dollars for your schooling, you have to then play Russian-roulette with the job market. Is this what we have to look forward to after graduating with a Ph.D. or even just a bachelor's degree?

He(p t,1our heart Have happy holidays with healthful eating American Heart Association

For your heart's sake, don't let your healthy-diet'go on vacation during the holidays.

:Foods high.in cholesterol; fat and salt are common in traditional holid:ay meals. Yefholiday feasts can be festive without being fattening. Your diet should include various fruits, vegetables, dairy products, breads, pasta, grains, poultry; fish and lean meats. Create your own holiday traditions by modifying recipes and changing habits.

How do you do it? Carbohydrates should be a little more than half of your daily calories,- the American Heart Association said. Limit your total fat intake to 30 percent, or about a third of your calories. In addition, keep cholesterol intake and sodium intake down to a minimum.

If you drink alcohol, limit your daily intake to no more than one or two ounces. An ounce of ethanol (pure alcohol) is contained in two ounces of 100-prpof whiskey, 8 ounces· of wine, or 24 ounces of beer.

You can help avoid obesityanother risk factor for heart disease-by balancing your caloric intake with physical activity.

For example, use margarine instead of butter, and egg whites or cholesterol free egg substitutes for whole eggs. · ·

· Use oils that have less saturated fatty acids. They include canola, · com, safflower, sunflower seed,

sesame see<;l.,.soybean and olive.

Chicken , ground turkey without skin, lean beef and pork are better than beef and pork with heavy fat covering and marbling such as rib roast, T-'bone steak, sausage, bacon and ham.

Bake; br.aise, or broil roast and sautee meats, fish.and poultry because these methods require little extra fat and tend to remove fat contained in the meat.

Try a low-sodium salt substitute instead of using salt for seasoning. Better yet, use spices and herbs to · enjoy natural flavors of food.

For desserts, serve more fresh fruits and low-fat or non-fat yogurt instead of cake, candy, pie and ice cream. ·

To avoid gorging, don't fast before a feast. Eat a healthy snack between meals. Avoid eating every type of food just to please hosts. If you do, take only a third or forth of your normal serving. size.

Plan gatherings where food is not the central focus. Have a soup or salad buffet lunch or a brunch instead of the normal afternoon and eveningfeasts. Arrange foods on tables in decreasing order of importance. Serve dessert only after the meal.

When dining out avoid foods with sauces, gravies and salad dressing. They add extra calories.

In short don't be a stuffed turkey atChristmas. Serve healthful meals to family and friends as a Christmas or Hanukkah gift. And m:ake a resolution to eat healthful in the new year.

DR. DARYL LONG, PROFESSOR OF SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS, has had manv. manv. vears to ponder Einstein's Theorv of Relativitv. It takes a lot of·skill and endurance to handle the 250300 students Dr. Long works with everv vear.

'long' tenure shows 9,000 students can't be wrong

By Jen Froeschl

In 1967, Elvis married Priscilla, Muhammad Ali was sentenced to jail for refusing-the military draft and Wilt Chamberlain led the '76ers to .the NBA championship. And in the heartland of America

Dr. Daryl Lqng was beginning his teaching career at Peru State College.

That's right, Dr. Long, professor of science and math, has been part of the PSC longer than anyone else. In January, he will celebrate 30 years of teaching at ·"the campus of a thousand oaks/' "We [Long and his wife] cam.e to Peru becattse I wanted to be at a small school in a small town where I'd get to know the students," Long said. "I thought it would be a good starting point."

Long and his wife believe in what small schools have to offerall three of his children attended

Becky's Cottonwood serves up ·some 'homestyle cookin'

By carol Baha

The family mvned "Cottonwood" restaurant in downtown Peru was recently bought and renamed "Becky's Cottonwood" by new owner Becky Zook. Zook bought the business in October.

This restaurant has a happy atmosphere and specializes in "homestyle" cooking. Zook added, "We always have friendly

service."

Mariy types of food are served at "Becky's Cottonwood." Sunday, 7 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., there is a lunch bUffet which includes salads,. chicken, baroecue ribs, cheesecake, German chocolate cake and items. And · _although "Becky's Cottonwood" is open Tuesday through Saturday, 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. throughout the week, Zook says that her favorite

PERU STATE COLLEGE STUDENTS

You invited ·to worship. with us at AUBURN BEREAN CHURCH. We are a church committed to the truth of God's Word and itsrelevancy to our everyday lives.

You are welcome to enjoy ahome-cooked meal after the contact Pastor Kevin or Cynthia on Saturday (274-5531).

Sunday SchQol 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

17th & "N" St.-Auburn

Also, anyone interested in a Bible study by J.I. Packer entitled "KNOWING GOD" should call the number above or the church (274-3019).

This is a deep and though provoking study.

day to open is Sunday. 'Tlike Sundays because everything looks so pretty."

Zook, a former Tarkio, MO resident, hasn't always owned restaurants. She worked in the Peru College food·service for about 14 years. It was there in PSC cafeteria that she earned the name "The Deli Lady." Now she says, "My restaurant is like my dream coming true." - ·

PSC.

This "starting point" has turned into a lifetime commitment for Long. He estimates that he has had approximately 250 to 300 students a year in his math and science classes, which means that after 30 years, he has taught nearly 9000 students.

·Students are the main reason Long has continued teaching at PSC. Long enjoys getting to know the students. Being at a small college allows him to teach many of the same students for two or three years. "It's interesting to be around people that have their whole lives in front of them and are excited about it. It's great to be among optimistic students," he said.

Long has seen many changes throughout his years at PSC. He especially remembers when students complained that they couldn't possibly wake up in time

for 7:30 a.m. classes, so the schedule was changed and classes began at 8 a.m.

"The furiny thing was," Long joked, "the students who couldn't make it at 7:30 a.m. still couldn't make it at 8 a.m."

Long also pointed out that it used to be unique to have older students in his classes. Now there are many non-traditional students who, Long believes, have changed the attitudes of all students. "They are motivated and dedicated/' which he feels rubs off on the traditional students.

Did Long ever think he'd be at PSC for 30 years? "Heavens no!" he said. But with his optimistic attitude and dedication to teaching and to the PSC campus, one can probably expect to see this patriarch around campus past the turn of the century.

"It's been a great journey," Long concluded.

-photo by Andrea Tee

Thank vou Andrea and Heather for all vour hard work! We wish vou well in vour future endeavors. Your contributions to this vear's paper were priceless.

-the Times staff

:)rtmeier's solid-D earns her )lover of the vear nomination

Andrea Tee

This issue's intramural "Player of the Year" candidate is Cari )rtmeier, senior elementary I early childhood major.

Ortmeier is a member of "Your Tuition at Work," one of the seven viffleball teains competing for the title of wiffleball champs. She is a former PSC soft1'all player and a member of the '96 softball team that went · to nationals, which may give her a little edge in the wiffleball department. ·

She played third base for the team and as coach'.feske said, "She was rock solid at third base as she made some great plays for us."

When Ortmeier was asked what makes her lethal on the field she commented, "Playing with the old men makes my abilities really stand out."

When she isn't setting record breakng double play combinations, her hobbies include playing racquet>all, working at the Bobcat Bookstore, playing hopscotch with Big Bird rom Sesame Street and frolicking around with King Friday in Mr. {ogers' Neighborhood.

She's just a big kid at heart, and lbet all of you readers want to ask

)rtmeier, Won't you be my neighbor?

Men's team marching throug.h schedule

ly Terry Dugan

The Peru State-men's basketball earn continued their march hrough the schedule by winning hePeruStateTournamentDec.6-

In the first round of the tourna·:>-.t, the Bobcats toppled Kansas .l?yan (who they defeated earthe season by a margin of :;.:ilnts) by the score of 85-74.

"L State jumped to a 20 point 'i:. at halftime even though >teyan recorded a better shoot(57 percent-SO per,,. Jown the stretch, free throws· .· .2me a major factor, and the

Bobcats took advantage. Thirtyone of the Bobcat's 85 points came via the charity stripe. Sophomore guard Shawn Gibbs converted 11 of his 14 free throw attempts on his way to his season high 13 points. Senior forward Lance Cohn grabbed eight rebounds in the win.

The 'Cats squared off against Dana College in the championship game and defeated them by the narrowest of margins, 77-75. Senior forward Tom Riley pulled down seven boards and scored 18 points. Cohn dished out eight assists, and senior guard Greg Thompson captured seven defensive rebounds.

On Dec. 3, Peru State defeated Grand View (IA) College, 80-75. Freshman. point guard Jermel Ward and Cohn both scored 18 points. Senior guard Scott Daniell and Thompson garnished six assists each. Senior Lawrence Hollier led the team with seven rebounds.

Peru takes their four-game winning streak on the road to Dort (IA) College and Bellevue College before taking two weeks off for semester break The Bobcats resume their seven-game road trip against Avila (MO) College Jan. 8 and finally return home Jan. 21 against Nebraska Wesleyan.

Men's Box

Points/game

Tom Riley (16.8)

Jermel Ward (12.5)

Rebounds/game

· Chris James (4.1)

Tom Riley (3.9)

Free throw percentage

Scott Daniell (81.8%)

Chris James (77.8%)

Shooting percentage

Chris James (61%)

Lance Cohn (57.8%)

PERU STATE MEN'S BASKETSAU Will ENTER 1997 ranked 17th in the notion. Their success stems from

aggressive ploy by ployers like senior Lance Cohn (42) who needs on extro step to lift himself over the

Kansas Wesleyan player. -photo by Andrea Tee

Women's basketball benefits from 'everyone contributing'

·By Greg Wolfe

"Well, we've lost a couple of close ones," commented Coach Tara Kreklau on how the season has gone. The most recent example was the nail biter last Saturday night versus Dana, where the Dana women squeaked out a 71-72 victory. Kreklau continued, "It was another strong team effort with everyone contributing again."

That is. still the story of the season thus far; everyone is contributing. In the past week five different players have put up double digits in scoring with three double doubles shuffled into the mix. "Last week was a real solid week for us," said freshman guard Steph Hornung. "We played good teams and played some great games-overall it was a real solid effort."

Not only have the women been balanced in the scoring and rebounding, ·but "we've been getting a good constant effort out of the women too," added Kreklau. 'ftte most notably consistent efforts have been coming from

freshman guard DeeAnn Othmer, sophomore Celeste Nolte and senior Angie Hubach.

Hubach continues to lead the team in scoring and rebounds, while one of the new faces has stepped in to help out the team in DeeAnn Othmer. She noted how things are starting to come around for the team.

"We are startfug to get to know each other better on the court," said Othmer. "We know what to expect of each other now and where we are supposed to be on the_ court." But the meshing as a team has been tough due to injuries of various players throughout the season so far. Now that the team is almost completely healthy we can hope to see a more efficient team on the court.

"We've been preparing for each game really well· mentally and physically and are playing better than our 5-6 record shows," concluded Kreklau. The next games for the Bobcats to prepare for take place the weekend of Dec. 20 and 21 at the Midland Lutheran Tournament.

New assistant coach brings experience to women's team Women's Box

By Gretchen M. Stukenholtz

Basketball fever is in the air at Peru State C()llege, and the Lady Bobcats are riSirig to' the occasion; The 1996-97 women's season has begun with new players, goals and an assistant coach.

· Jack Denker of Nebraska City as·sumes the assistant coaching position.

to Tara Kreklau, head basketball coach "Denker fits a lot. of the ments we are looking for."

Denker is new to the PSC ath-

letic department, but. he is no stranger to the game. "With his knowledge about the game and his recruiting connections, he -w,:ill be a great asset to our program," Coach Kreklau said.

Denker's many years of experience help him in on-court teaching. Since receiving his education and coaching degree from the University ofNebraska-Lincoln in 1985, Denker has coached girl's basketball at Nebraska City Public Schools.

After taking a year off from coaching, Denker said, "I felt the fever to get back into the game. When this position came up, I had to jump at the Chance."

Denker enjoys the position at PSC and the flexibility it offers him. "I really like coaching at this

level. The maturity of the players and their hard work and dedication prove they want to be there."

PSC basketball coaching doesn't s'top:with Denker; it runs in the family. Denker's wife Chris, a former PSC student in English education, is also a girl's basketball coach. .Before coaching at PSC, Chris was head coach at Lourdes Central High School in Nebraska City; the couple coached as a team for Nebraska City Public Schools.

With two coaches, two teams and the basketball season heating up, Denker admits it's going to be a hectic time of year. "Although it's a busy time of year for us, we both love the game and enjoy coaching it, so it makes it all worthwhile."

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By Clint Edwards and Andrea

to that time in my life he I need to move on. My time re t Peru and at the Peru State mt has come to an end; this 1a1 !r of my life is over. I have 1is !d my schooling here at PSC i.y my student teaching left ··cc 1plete which I am going to .m e in California. · I < t going to miss PSC and its h1 ics. I have had a great time

nd wouldn't trade it for the or (well, maybe for a six pack). .it )Wit's time for me to leave te otball, softball and baseball m s in the snow behind and :a to some warmer weather. .li! vinter I'll be trading in my

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Happy, Year!

snow boots and mittens for some shorts and T-shirts for the first time in two years.

·I'll miss the popular activitiessnow sports such as sledding down the football field hill, tubing down Ole' Gut Buster, playing tackle football in the snow, pushing my truck out ot a snow bank or sliding down the Complex hill (in a car) off the cliff and ending up sideways half way down the park's ravine. But, in a way, I'm going to miss the snow, kinda a little bit maybe not at

all!

Many good things have happened in sports during my two and a half year stay.

Last year the· softball team (which I was a member of) went to nationals for the first time in a long time, the volleyball team went to nationals two of those years and the football team had a winning season this year for the first·time since I've been here.

And yes, it's a sad thing, but along with my retirement, the "tush" rating system must come

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The Frighteners Island of Dr. Moreau

some happy, but for most of you reading this, your tush could use PSC sports fans, it will be a sad a little firming, and it is what I day. would call a "shelf butt." It's not

Before the tears start to stream quite the don't-squeeze-thedown your face, this issue I am Charmin "tush" that I look for. payingtributetosomeofthegreat And as for your wife's opinion, "tushes" of the PSC athletes (to be love is blind! recognized by their team # and So, now my work here is fininitials). For football: #15 S.W., ished, and it's time for me to be #14 A.B., #7 T.R., former #6 J.D., on my way. and former #3 C.0. For baseball: But, as I travel west to find my #9 D.U., #8 B.C., and #1 J.G. May place in this great "tush" nation all of you keep your tushes tight of ours, I question my calling in and your buns firm. (For those life. Do I teach the young ones of athletes who were not mentioned, our nation, or do I hang out m I didn't get your permission to Newport Beach with a bunch of mention your "tush" and didn't towels and wait for the low tide, want to get you in trouble with thesuntosetandasurferwiththe your girlfriend.) - butt of Adonis to walk by, give me

Oh yes, and· I can't forget the a wink and strut his stuff all the man with the mystery "tush", he way to Athens? goes by the initials M.H. Surf's up, Dude!

And for Chris Raabe, former

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OJ. Simpson

I will not wrestle with anyone again.

John duPont

I will not kill anyone's ex-wife.*

Bill Clinton

I will try not to burn the bridge to the 21st century.

Michael Jackson

I will destroy the child, assuming it's mine, immediately after birth and never, ever think about breeding again.

Jeffrey

I will remain dead. I will not come back to life. And, I will pondering how ironic it is that worms are eating me.

Your Average Everyday Pedophile

When babysitting, I will remember to write down when the parents said they would be home so no embarrassing situations develop like last year.

*Note: The top two resolutions may be interchanged to make other

resolutions

This year's music scene not a

The year is coming to a close and 1997 is right around the corner. So let us reflect back on 1996--the year in music. All in all this year wasn't bad. It left us with a few good albums and a couple of good tours. Truly nothing to complain about.

Probably the most important album was the new Metallica album. It had been five years since the last studio album, the Black album. The Black album brought the band to the masses with hit singles that contained only elements of their previous work and an utterly insane world tour that lasted 3 years. The follow-up was highly anticipated.

"Load," Metallica's new record, revealed a drastic change in the band. Overall the album is good, but left long-time fans feeling betrayed. Metallica turned into the kind of band they would have beat the crap out of ten years ago. Eyeliner and short hair? Instead of being traditional or starting a new trend they followed one. Even parts of the album sound like Soundgarden or Alice in Chains. When heavy metal fell from grace a few years ago Metallica fans hoped their band could be their anchor until this alternative storm had passed. In the end they were left to drift alone.

If you still love the thrash that

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Metallica used to put on their records; you're not totally abandoned. Slayer is there for you. They refuse to slow down. Their last album, "Undisputed Attitude" was greatly overlooked. It was mostly a collection of cover tunes originally done by such hardcore band like T.S.O.L., Verbal Abuse, and Minor Threat. They even do the Stooges's "I Wanna Be Your Dog," changing it to a humorous and interesting "I'm Gonna Be You're God." They also threw in a couple of originals. This album isn't for everyone, but if you like a band with more energy than Memorial Stadium on game day, this could be your album of the year. My vote for album of the year though goes to Social Distortion's "White Light, White Heat, White Trash." These are some great songs by a great band. These guys have been playing punk for almost fifteen years and I sure hope they see another fifteen.

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers showed up on two albums this

year. The first one was thei: soundtrack for "She's The One. The second was as a back-up bane for Jolmny Cash on his new alburr "Unchained." I haven't got the chance to buy "Unchained," bu if it's anything like his last recorc it's a must-have. Tom Petty anc the Heartbreakers are also a bane that has been around. for a lon[ time. May the basic straightfor· ward rock n' roll they play neve; die.

We were also blessed with < couple of good tours this year. 0: course Kiss' s reunion tour one of them. Too bad I didn't havt the cash to go. According to thost that went it was the experience o a lifetime. The other importan tour was Ozzfest. If nothing els< Ozzfest was an oasis in a woric of bands that are Nirvana anc Pearl Jam wannabees.

Overall 1996 was a good yea; but let's hope 1997 is even bette:

Last issue's answer was Twistec Sister. For this time 'What twc rockers did the duet "Stop Drag ging My Heart Around?"

By Scott Krichau and Parry Docksiie

Volume 74

·Costa R·ica rolls out red carpet for PSC students

By Krys Leeds

Congressman Doug Bereuter couldn't do it.

First Lady Hillary Clinton couldn't do it.

Even the American Embassy couldn't do it. So, Dr. Kelly Asmussen, assistant professor of .criminal justice, took things into his own hands.

On Jan. 3, a group consisting of five UNL students, five students from Washburn University, a district judge from Topeka, eight Peru students and Asmussen came together to experience a different culture and to study a foreign judicial system.

One of the "experiences"

Asmussen wanted the students to have was a visit with Costa Rica's First Lady. After imploring the aid of several members of the American government to no avail, Asmussen realized he could not be bashful. So he took it upon himself to call. the Presidential Mansion in Costa Rica and try to arrange a visit.

Not only was the group able. to visit the Presidential Mansion, but the red carpet was rolled out, and the First. Lady spoke with them for an hour and a half. She also took individual photos with each one of them, as well as a group photo.

"Even after spending all day touring prisons, there was not one

person not totally thrilled to be there. We were treated with dignity, as if they already knew us." said Asmussen.

The eight Peru students included in this trip: Jason Ross, junior psychology I sociology major; Amy Evans, senior psychology I sociology/criminal justice major; Michelle Barrett, senior psychology /sociology major; Stacy Schelbitzki, sophomore art major; Kelly Ward, senior psychology I sociology I criminal justice major; Jeff Reed, se-nior psychology/ sociology major; Andy Tynon, senior math secondary education with a middle school endorsement; and Chris Darnell, senior criminal justice major, were part of a three credit-hour course that studied the American criminal justice system and compared it with the justice systems found in other countries.

The trip to Costa Rica was scheduled as part of the class so the students could have the opportunity to travel internationally and experience another culture while leaming about the Costa Rican criminal justice system. "As a result, the students have a great educational experience that. will provide them with wonderful memories of their educational experience at Peru State College," said Asmussen.

Contmued on page 4

January 31, 1997

By Debbie Sailors

The mere mention of the words puts fear into the hearts of freshmen and sophomores. Those who have escaped its hold breathe a sigh of relief. Many students and instructors were rudely reminded of the existence of the sophomore portfolio late last semester as they scrambled to finish necessary projects.

Some grumbled about the "extra work." Others questioned the need for the portfolio. Still others , turned in projects without question. Most were probably unaware that the sophomore portfoiflio, part of Peru's overall outycomes assessment plan, leads the ' way for other schools in portfolio assessment.

fudeed, PSC's sophomore portfolio plan "created a model" for

other schools, according to Dr. Dan Cox, coordinator of the education division. He continued, "Portfolio assessment is popi.ilar with many schools, but no other schools that we know of have implemented assessment programs that focus .not only on student achievement but also on the progress of the educational program."

The plan resulted from a 1991 visit by an evaluation team from North Central Association, a major accrediting agency. The team cited PSC's lack of a student outcomes assessment plan as a "weakness" but did unconditionally recommend full reaccreditation. Another visit was scheduled for 1994.

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Various cominittees comprised of faculty members, staff meml;>ers and students worked over

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ON A RECENT

planned a visit with the country's First Lady (standing fifth from the left) who is currently hosting a nationwide campaign against domestic violence. On this tour. students were given the opportunity to witness first-hand the culture of a third-world country where women ore to be seen and not heard; women are intended to follow and do not make statements of importance. Asmussen is in the initial stages of planning a return visit to Australia next year and is refining last year's program to make it even better.

'Voic::.es of will perform at Peru State feb-. 4

The "Voices of Victory" choir from Omaha's Salem Baptist Church will present a special evening of song and dance at Peru State College on Tuesday, Feb. 4.

The concert, the second of four special musical events at Peru State in 199&:97, begins at 7 p.m.

in the College Theater according to PSC President Robert Burns.

While the performance is open to the general public and there is no charge, reservations are required to assure seating. To make reservations, call Peggy Groff at 872-2332 to make reservations.

The "Voices of Victory" have

shared the stage with many top gospel artists and have made recordings as well. Their album "I Don't Feel No Ways Tired" was nominated for a Grammy. The group has provided special music atrecentPeru State College Commencement ceremonies.

Peru State's sophomore portfolio pl,an 'creates a model' for other schools

the next three years to develop a comprehensive. and' systematic assessment plan that would comply with North Central's criteria. The sophomore portfolio responded directly to North Central's call for mid-course assessment of student achievement.

Dr. Robert Burns, PSC president, commented, "This particular· approach to assessment was written in conjunction with Nort.h Central' s evaluation. As one piece of an entire assessment plan, the sophomore portfolio is one step to gather information from students to allow faculty to see if students are achieving as expected. On the surface, the question is 'How is the student doing?' The real question is 'Are we giving the student what the student needs?"'

PSC' s sophomore portfolio plan specifically provides for faculty

NCA returns for focused visit: PSC presents assessment plan

APRIL 1994

responsibility for the development of student portfolio projects and collection of assigned work. Other assessment plans call for portfolios accumulated by students or sophomore testing, both of which place a burden on students-

In addition, PSC's plan is intended to permit faculty to assess the effectiveness of the general education studies program using the portfolio evaluation results. Peru's model results in student and program assessment evaluation.

Like any plan that breaks new ground, it has not been without a few bumps along the way. The implementation timetable stipufated that portfolio projects be developed and administered by general education faculty during the fall 1994 semester and that the

results, usually essays, be placed in students files during the spring 1995 semester.

After the inception of the plan, but before actual implementation, though, the Vice President for Academic Affairs office, charged with the overall administration of the program, saw Dr. Terry Smith leaving at the end of the spring 1996 semester, with Dr. David Ainsworth, education chair, assuming interim duties as vice president for academic affairs

Although Smith had asked for and obtained a one-:year extension from North Central, the ac.tual collection of student portfolio work did not begin in earnest until the fall 1996 semester, one year late.

The sophomore portfolio plan is Contmued on page 2

TRIP TO COSTA RICA, Dr. Kelly Asmussen. assistant professor of criminal justice.

A North Central Ass0ciation (NCA) team visited Peru State College for the purpose of conducting a comprehensive reac.creditation evaluation. The team cited the lack of a student outcomes assessplan <lS a "weakness."

Various cominittees develop comprehensive assessment plan to comply with the NCA criteria

fte>-om draws will be Feb. 1 0- 14

who is not married, under the age of 21, not a junior, :in more .than: eight credit hours, not a veteran of the armed :¢ceivi£Jg veterans benefits or not living at home with a parent cirgtl.atdifill:iI\ust participate in room draw. ·

j is as follows:.

· · · - Mondqy. Feb. 10. students staying In halls Fall 1997 ·

.·, , ··Ifa stµdimt signs up for the same room, in the same hall, that s?1dei:t sigrl benv<;en Z-9 p.m. the area of the student s res1Signs Will- be posted m the residence halls.

Tuesclov. Feb. 11 JuniorS qnd Seniors

· :.: Juniors and seniors, at the following times, may sign up for any open roominanyhall•.

· · · Hall 7-9 p.m.

· Delzell Hall 7-9 p.m.

· · · Centenial Complex (students are to go to the Live Oak Room in the Student Center) 5-7 p.m.

Wednesday. Feb. 12 Sophomores Sophomore$, at the following times, may sign up for any open room inanyhall.

Morgan Hall 7-9 p.m.

Delzell Hall 7-9 p.m.

Centenial Complex (students are to go to .the Live Oak Room in the Stutlent Center) 5-7 p.m.

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lh11rsdqy. Feb. 13 fmhmeq

Freshmen, at the following times, may sign up for any open room in any hall.

Morgan Hall 7-9 p.m.

Delzell Hall 7-9 p.m.

Centenial Complex (students are to go to the Live Oak Room in the Student Center) 5-7 p.m.

· frldav. Feb. 14. Juniors qnd Seniors

Any student may sign up for any open room in any hall. Office of Residence Life 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

"THE CONTRAST OF THE REDS AND GREENS SHOW THE ARTIST'S•• .''

THE ANNUAl PSC STUDENT

ART EXHIBIT is currently being housed in the Art Gallery in the Jindra Fine Arts Hall. According to assistant professor.of art Peggy Jones, art scholarship recipients ore chosen based partly entrance in this show. The accepted art work includes paintings, drawings, sculpture. ceramics, encaustic, mixed-media and three-dimensional constructions. The show will continue through Feb. 14 and con be seen from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday or by appointment (8722275). "Psalm 42:5" (right) by sophomore art major Andre Agee is one of the 39 pieces displayed in this t,iear's show. A number of pieces may also be purchased by the general public. -photo by Terry Dugan

Do you feel the AI Wheeler Activity Center should be open over finals week?

Russell Crouch junior speechfdrama secondary education

"Yes, I think it should be open over finals week; it's a stress reliever for the students who want to go down and use it."

Brian Miller junior esycholC?9y/sociology major 'Yes, I think it should be open. It is better for students; instead of going down to the bar, they can go down and hang out in tfie pool or shuot some hoops."

'YMCA car)'lp opportunity YMCA

$eeks applications

•Wrangiers

Sophomore portfolio creates 'model'

Contmued from page 1

not without its detractors. Some feel it's hard to measure the skills and knowledge learned in general education classes.

Ainsworth, when asked about mid-course assessment, responded, "We may never have a way to effectively measure how much we've taught you. You may not know much you've learned until you've been out of school for 10to15 years."

Angela Tanner

""freshman undecided "No, I don't think so. Students need to focus on their studies, like n:tYself, and with the AWAC open it's only another distraction."

Others have different concerns. Dr. Spencer Davis, professor of history, feels "it's important that portfolio work be done in class so that it is actually submitted by the student and so that it's roughly equivalent from person to person." Student concerns include worries about additional class work, which assignments will be included, whether teachers will adequately explain the program to students and the ramifications of the eventual evaluation process.

The assessment plan calls for evaluation of a student portfolio by two faculty members, one of whom is the student's advisor, during the second semester of the student's sophomore year. The faculty members prepare a writ-

ten report and present it to the student.

The student whose portfolio is judged unsatisfactory must work with the faculty members to plan for needed improvements before continuing to upper-level ' coursework. Transfer students or other students whose portfolios contain no materials will also ! need to work with the appropriate faculty committees to schedule completion.

When will the first sophomore , portfolio evaluations begin? "It · looks like it's going to be a while," stated Ainsworth. "When this , past fall's group of freshmen finish their gen. ed.'s, we will have [some] completed portfolios."

The sophomore portfolio program, while breeding fear in the hearts of many, provides Peru State faculty and administration with a means to assess not only student achievement but also the progress of the college general education studies programs.

Dr. Burns summed it up, "If what we discover is we could be doing things better, then it's our obligation to change. And, if assessment can be done a better way and we find out about it, then we ought to change that too. After all, it's really a test of how the institution is doing."

Choir Concert (3 p.m.). College Theater

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Karaoke Contest (TBA), Student Center

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Aeolian II (8 p.m.). Benford Recital Holl

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Valentine's Dance (9 p.m.). Student Center

Staff opinion

PSC students pay to play

Because of its geographic isolation, must Peru State College do more than other colleges to provide alternatives for students?

We don't have a movie theater, bowling alley, dance club or concert hall, but ohe of the greatest recreational assets the school has is also one of its most used, even though students have limited access to it: the Al Wheeler Activity Center.

Compared with other student programs, limited cost is involved in operating the AWAC. A work study watches over the facilities to make sure no one runs away with or destroys the building, a custodian tends the center and utilities must be paid to keep the lights on. ·

Acurrent proposal states that the AWAC will open later to the public to accommodate athletic programs that.currently need the center to practice.

But, we say, if students have to wait longer to play basketball, swim or run their mile and a half, keep the AWAC open longer, maybe until midnight.

Just give the students that choice--that alternative to drinking and restlessness Give them a place to go to let out their frustrations and hang out with their friends.

But most of all, give them what they paid for'-a safe, well-lit place to clear their head of the pressures of college.

MW do.esn't know 'sti (unless they create it)

Sometimes, it's the little things ' that really drive me crazy.

For instance, while watching MTV recently, I caught the ne,west Tool video from their CD, "Aenima."

The veejay explained apologetically that the song would be identified only as "Track #1" because of viewer objections to the actual title.

I ·became intrigued as to what the. actual song title was. What could be so horrendous, so offensive and objectionable to MTV viewers? ·

It didn't take long to find out. Radio stations, obviously oblivious to outraged MTV fan demands'. were blatantly touting the Tool tune, title and. all!

Music stores, also seemingly unaware of the contro:versy, prominently displayed the CD, with the track #1 title available for all to read

What was the shameful song · title? What words brought the

Politics as usual allows for loopholes in justice

During this last presidential election, money-where it comes from and how it is used-seems to be a key question about the integrity of our political leaders. The Republicans screamed about illegal Asian money given to the Democrats while one of Dole's own top political cronies pleaded guilty to money laundering and illegal campaign finance. As well ADM, the nation's largest agribusiness, was given the largest fine in history for illegal market manipulations while they pored millions into the Republican coffers. Funny, that old adage of a pot calling a kettle black sure comes to mind.

It seems people like Mr. Gring:rich believe because the Congress makes the laws they are above the law. The recent finding of the House Ethics Committee is a good example that politics as usual is still going on. The speaker committed a criminal act by his own admission. In order

to prevent a censure and loss of the Speakership, Mr. Gringrich through legal maneuvering agreed to plead guilty to the charges if the Ethics Committee agree only. to pursue a reprimand. That's what criminals do in a law court when they l<now they are guilty but.wantto "cop a plea." If you listened to Mr. Cole, who investigated the case for the committee, you would soon realize that the Speaker of the House was guilty of criminal behavior that could land him injail. If you or I did such a thing, we'd be looking at the world from behind bars. But then again we aren't the Speaker of the House are we?

When did the Constitution guarantee tWo sets ·of values:· one for the powerful and rich, and another for everyone else? Hopefully the Justice and Treasury Departments will have the fortitude to continue looking into Mr. Gringrich's illegaLbehavioi'. yond the very partisan whitewash that Congress did.

We have a new Congress, a sec-· ond term president, and a commitment to change according to the platforms of both political parties. What is obvious .in the past few weeks is that we have also been told that the reality is politics as usual, Boys.

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MTV powers-that-be to their generic knees?

"Stin:kfest."

Now, believe me, I'm no superhuge Tool fan or anything, especially of their videos, which are kind of cool and way creepy. And I have no specialinterest in promoting their musical careers. But, "Stink/est"? "Stin:kfest" is so rude and crude that the masses must be protected with innocent little "Track #1 "? I don't think so!

The station that barely bleeps Alanis Morrissette, Nine Inch Nails and Sublime has a problem with "Stinkfest"? Frankly, I just don't understand a TV world where I'm allowed to view Den

nis Franz's shower-soaked naked ass, but "Stinkfest" is considered· too crass for my Mtv :Viewer sen-' sibilities. , Green Day's "Geek Stink Breath" came to nately'. I remember "What a putrid-Somi,amg title for a song!" I don't remember ihihk'"' ing, "Gee, I wish MTV had kept me from ·,, It was months ago· thatJ first noticed.this "Track-#1': I recently saw the video again, noting that now it's been a prestigious (by MTV standards; anyway) -BREAiq.:}:IROUGH VIDEO. And, it'.s.stiffkriown only as "Track #1."

Chaney 'ashamed to have associated with Peru State College'

Dear Editor,

In these trying days of fighting the war on drugs, I am surprised and offended that we are promoting drug use right here on our very own campu,s., What I · am talkirig about is the cartoon featured in our Times publication titled "Diesel Dog.'t If you haven't caught this degrading and warped cartoon, you are not missiJ:lg a thing.

We have intelligent and intellectual students who write for the paper, so why doesn't the publication reflect this? Instead we have columns on tushes and cartoons about dogs who do heroin. Anthropomorphism is a logical style for a cartoon, but humans have many attributes which could be depicted by the dogs besides drug use. I am ashamed to have this newspaper associated with Peru State College.

Colleges are institutions of higher learning, and we should ·have a newspaper which reflects this concept. We could have columns on the important issue$ : nation; We could also ptitlliis: \ obvious but misplaced talen,t to· ' work designing a yearbook for the college. It would be excinb:g if we had a paper and a yearbook worthy of our college education and intellect. In a world with de· clining morals and hope I am n0t ing more for my educa:tibi::l lars not less. · - -

Deb Chaney senior elementary_a:t;tq special .educa:, · tion·inajor · '

Editor's note: • 1993 represented the of the Peruvian, Peru $fute;s book. It ceased publicatiol'. due , to a lack of interest. -

Bereuter calls for balanced b\idget

From Rep. Doug Bereuter

A child born today owes nearly $200,000 in taxes just to pay the interest on the nation's debt. The current Federal debt is approximately $4.9 trillion, and interest on the debt alone is $235 billion .mnually-and growing. If the growth of government spending is not curtailed, the. Federal deficit will reach $7.533 trillion by 2005.

John Davis

Jen Froeschl

Scott Krichau

Kimberlee .Milligan

Matt Maxwell

Greg Wolfe

Dr. Dan Holtz

Americans are paying a steep ;price for this debt today. If our, ·nation had a balanced budget, car 'loan rates and student loan rates 'would be as much as tWo perC:entage points lower. By lowering interest rates, a balanced budget could create 6.1 million new jobs in the next ten years.

A constitutional amendment requiring a balanced budget, or perhaps a similar spending limit based on a percentage of the gross national product, would provide

the members. ot Congress collectively with the to either say no, limit proposed or force decreases in· o!'der tcmieet : the spending limitations. , Congress as an institution Meds '. an excuse to say "no" to constitµ-: ent groups who push for new or: expanded programs or that are not priority. spendi11g items. These are tough b_ut, · sary choices and .this _iS)i sary reform sions. We cannot: resp'onsiOly leave this- legacy- of.debt· fur· future generations. · ·, · .' ··: --·

Amending the .Con5titutionis a s'erious step tl:tat s):10uldnever l;>e taken lightly; however,_ clef;.<;it spending has become a perpetual practice. Actual ratification_of proposed amendment by tl:).e essary number of states· !s a very important step towarci fiscal in'tegrity for the Federal' Government.

enemy. They do not purposely try :' tQ;; ):but:yi>ui p!J,rents intro- don't realize it," Asher says. "It's you as a future NASA how our minds work. If you don't are proud of want to see something, you're net your:ai;::cWi\plishinents, but your going to."

Laura Kelsay, senior secondary when you have a education/social sciences major, s6:iU(}\:v:liat rau,nchy sense of hu- agrees. She believes that we m9r;:: your parents think you should not force·our personalities are.asaintwliowoUldneverleta down our parents' throats.

, "They'll come around eventuiden- ally," she says.

astheseevery day. Dr. Joel Lundak, associate pro- We:"hi.tist through the fessor of psychology, frequently tan:gled jungle ofothers' expecta- counsels children and their partion5and arrive at a unique; solid ents about identity issues. He sense of who we are. We are helpsparentsempowertheirchilCfumging and developing, which dren to be a unique individual. can cause problems if those close Some parents, he says, meari well, ep:uivinsist on seeing only what butneedtorecognizethelimitsof tpey want to see in us. control.

According to popular culture, When parents try to define us, we should be fighting a bloody he says, we should "assert [ourgeneration war or severely dis- selves] with tact and humor." fancing ourselves from our par• Understanding perspective is also seems to be happen- very important, Lundak says. We ing at PSC. Most students, while should try to see the situation valuing their individuality and through our parents' eyes, while recognizing that they are not who still asserting ourselves. After all, their parents say they are, realize Lundak says, "the world would that the generatibn gap is not be a mess if your generation something to get angry about. looked at everything the same time.your parents

· as a NASA

Sophomore' MIS major Matt neer, say "They're funny. They Asher believes it's important to think they raised a rocket sciensee our parents as human beings tist, when they really raised a who mean well, rather than as the teacher."

CAB CELEBRATES IJLACK HISTORY MONTH

FEB. 3-7

Display of inventions made by black inventors (Student Center)

FEB. 3

Black History Month Ribbon Day (Ribbons will be distributed irom 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Student Center)

FEB. 10-14

CAB presents a week long demonstration on the celebration of the holiday Kwanzaa-(Noon, Student Center)

FEB. 17

The video "'The Civil Rights Movement" will be shown at noon (Bur Oak Room, Student Center)

FEB. 18

The multicultural group uDistinguished Gentlemen" will sing at 8 p.m'.-(College Theater)

FEB. 20

The video "The of Slavery" will be shown at J)oon (Bur Oak Room, Student Center)

FEB. 20

The movie uThe Color Purple" will be shown at 8 p.m. (Student Center)

FEB. 25

Sean Sasser, from MTY, will speak on AIDS awareness at 8 p.m. (College Theater)

Guard active in many events

Costa Rica rolls out red carpet

'ay Robinson This semester's show is per- we didn't have as much time to

: PSCWiriter Guard is an Papillion-La Vista high school. Jan. 24 the Wmter Guard held '.auxiliciI'.y tU).it 6£. the band pro- According to Cheryl Fryer, in- a clinic at Wisner/Pilger and atwam, They perform exhibition structor of music, the performance tended an exhibition in and public- brought the entire audience to Plattsmouth Jan. 25th. At noon ity purposes at Nebraska.high their feet, clapping and singing. on Tuesday, Jan. 28 the Winter §<:1)091$ and Pril! 1'.eam competi- The six-and-a-half-minute per- Guard performed in the Wheeler tions. The Winter Guard, under formance was designed by Boeck- Center for the campus. the :direction of Jamie. Boeck- 5effron with input from the rest For anyone interested in trying S.effron, ··junior elementary I of the squad. _ out for Flag Corps or Winter middle· school education· major1 .· Cindy Wmgert, senior math sec- Guard, auditions will be held in also arranges clinics on request. ondary education, said, "This year April.

One of these memories involved what should have been an hourand-a-half long bus trip on what was supposed to be a 40 passenger bus, that ended up taking over four hours and held 83 people. The bus was stopped by boarder patrolmen carrying M-16 rifles.

"It was a touchy situation, interesting, to say the least," said Asmussen.

Evans left Costa Rica with several fond memories. "It was great to study the (Costa Rican) criminal justice system and to sneak in a little vacation in the process."

She also left Costa Rica with a new favorite hobby-white water rafting.

Contmued from page 1 Evans found itparticularly interesting to talk to the people in the juvenile detention center. · formed to the music of "Top preparetheroutineas_wedidlast Peru State's Wmter Guard has Gun." The routine includes the year. This year we had to learn it been in a whirlwind .of activity use of flags, props and dancing. all in under three weeks. This since:f!i£?.beginningofthesemes- Jan. 18the PSC Wmter Guard at- year's squad has an amazing ter. > ··. ·.. tended its first exhibition at amount of teamwork."

"When we went to the coast it was fun to just relax and hang out at the beach," said Ross. They spent two days on a beach less than 10 miles form Panama. But the best part, according to Asmussen was the unity found in this thrown-together group. "To watch that entire group of students come together as one group in less than 24 hours was really something."

PORT Of TH ARTIS AS A PROF

By Scott Krlchau

Professor Ken Anderson found himself with a great opportunity iuring the Spring '96 semesterjeing paid for regular duties, but 10 classes to teach.

The opportunity was brought ibout by the approval.of his senester long sabbatical. A sabbatical allows a professor to expand :heir knowledge and experiences, IV'hich in tum strengthens their ;kills as an educator. Anderson was faced with the question, "What would I do if I had the time )r the money?" He now had his -::hance to reply.

Anderson spent much of his sab?atical traveling the country. New :'ork City and the San Francisco 3ay Area were two major stops on ,tls cross country travel. Each stop 5ave Anderson the chance to visit nany artists in their working enV'ironments, view museum and exhibits, and interact with :olleagues. Anderson saw many 1p-and-coming artists from ,round the country.

The time off also allowed Anderson to build a new studio in downtown Peru. The building was aged and needed a great 'lmount of improvement. It was

converted from a storage barn to a professional artist's studio.

The walls and ceiling were covered with drywall, and lights were added. The raised ceiling presented an especially complex problem, but was met head on with enthusiasm. Not only did the sabbatical give him the time to create a production center for his work, but it also allowed many of his students to see a real artist's studio.

The sabbatical's value can already be seen in his spring classes. He has gained knowledge of new materials and has directed many new projects towards them. The studio, turned classroom, aids in his students' understanding of the business of art.

Without the luxury of a sabbatical, Anderson would have never been able to construct his studio, travel with the same motivation or begin making art everyday. He hasn't had that amount of time to devote to his work since graduate school. He emp4_asizes a strong work ethic by this motivation over his sabbatical.

Although much time was spent on his studio construction and traveling the country, the major expenditure of his time was used

creating a new body of work. The large wall-hung sculptural pieces have encompassed much of his time.

The pieces contain a universal message of human existence. The experiences contained are not personal for Anderson, but a ubiquitous message. Small bronze cast figures are placed against sizable concrete The bronze figures were made with the help of Tom Palmerton in Brownville, NE. They contain high amounts of detail when viewed intimately. Very little color appears in the pieces, but a strong use of texture is. present.. The titles are very graphic and effective in description of the image.

·Anderson's sabbatical allowed ·hirri to reinforce his strong work ethic with cross country travels, studio construction, and art production, all of which was completed in a short period of time. Anderson's next step will be a one-man exhibition. This recent work will be on exhibit March 31April 25 in the Peru State College Art Gallery. The gallery is located in the Jindra Fine Arts building. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday or by appointment.

(TOP} ANDERSON SHOWS OFF SOME OF HIS WORKS in progress"thot ·. hong in his studio in downtown Peru. One of the works still being developed (RIGHT) is coiled "Astronauts killed the man on the moon and growing up did the rest." -photos by Terry Dugan

'8:est forty minutes' of season lift ·Peru State over Bellevue .

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The Peru State men's basketball team suffered a· close road loss agf}tjist Mfitfarid Lu.theran Colleg{o'it Sati:i,:<lay: ·, · .· ·

· Tii:e 'Cats lost by a mere four points, 86-90, after playing very weff, 'accordfug to Coach John Gibbs: ,"Qrithe road; we }\ave to foi:41) n1]lmtes1 and we·have- to be"'ahead at·fhe end. Chilnces al the end, but they justtfi<lh'tpan out," he said.

In other recent action, the team p!cked up two big victories on th¢ir hciwe stomping ground, teJ;_p)4yl,ngon the road since Dec. 12.r:>''. .':> >: ·

.The Bobcat$ handed Nebraska Wesleyan their fourth loss of the season with a 93-76 victory. "We played well with intense defenThey were bigger, but we were quicker," Gibbs said, while tnentioning that the outstanding crowd ·support helped tremendously.

Lawrence Hollier, ·senior forward/center, led the Bobcats with the of his career; walking

away With 27 points, seven rebounds and three steals.

"It was our best forty minute'S of the season," commented Matt Maxwell, junior forward. The team: then avenged a previous loss to Bellevue University by securing a 89-72 victory: "It was a good solid ball game," Gibbs said. He mentioned that the team didn't play as intensly on defense as in the Nebraska Wesleyan game.

The team is healthy compared to the beginning of the season when nine of the 16 players were injured or coming off an injury. Assistant coach Fredd Ward· commented that the team is finally healthy "right .at the right time."

The Bobcats will be playing five of their six remaining regular season games at home; These will include two powerhouse tear.p.s, Hastings College, who beat the Cats by 45 points on the road (Feb. 5) and Mid America Nazarene (Feb. 11). Both teams are ranked in the top twenty.

.The Bobcat's next five games will be in the Al Wheeler Activity Center, beginning with Avila College on Monday.

3-Point Field Goals made

Tom Riley(57)

Scott Daniell (40)

Steals

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percentage ' Chri5' Jfillles. (59%) (59%)

Jermel Ward (61)

Tom Riley (35)

Lance Cohn (15)

Lawrence Hollier (11) Points/one game ·

Tom Riley (28)

Rebounds/one game

Matt Maxwell (13)

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1JUNIOR MATT MAXWEll CRASHES THE BOARl?S grabbing a rebound against Nebraska Wesleyan Jan. 21. The Bobcats defeated Wesleyan 93- 76. -photo by Kim Olson

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2. Young Gunnz

3. Ball Drainers

4. The Curtain

S. Magnificer•t 7

·6. Your Tuition at Work

7. East. & Westside Connection

1. Tyrants

2. D- 1 Prospects

3. Decker's Boys

4. Refuse to lose

S. Code Red

6. Chuck's Kids

7. White Trash

Women start second half with tough loss to number two ranked Briar Cli

Sy Greg Wolfe

Welcome back for the second half of the fast-paced action of the Peru State women's basketball season.

The PSC women returned to the court while we were all still stuffing our faces with Christmas leftovers. The first week of January saw the women travelling to Minneapolis to kick off their second half playoff drive.

Braving. the cold in the Great White North, the Lady Cats dueled with Concordia of St. Paul and Northwestern (.MN), taking both games with relative ease.

Upon their return home the women faced off and dropped a tough game to Doane College.

PERU STATE (68)

BRIAR CLIFF (78)

Schulte 2-6 7-10 11, Othmer 5-15 1-113, Steins4-70-1 ll,Mahlberg O-OO-OO,Nolte4-111-l 9,Hubach 6-7 1-2 13, Petry 3-11 0-0 7, Stillmock 1-2 2-4 4, Buck 0-0 0-0 0

"They jumped on us quickly," said coach Tara Kreklau, "We just lost our confidence and then our aggressiveness." On the positive side Kreklau continued, "The disappointing performance made us come home and work harder in practice."

Since the loss the women put their hard work to the test in the dismantling of Graceland College and a strong performance against the undefeated number two team in the nation, Briar Cliff.

Peru State guard Jill Shulte is looking forward to continuing their strong second half.

"We've had a lot of intensity, and we're all really enthused," she said, "The poor p.erformance against Doane has made us work

PERU STATE (76)

GRACELAND (58)

Smallfoot 0"10-00, Schulte 4-6 55 13, Othmer 2-7 3-3 8, Steins 0-1 0-10, Mahlberg 1-10-12, Nolte 79 0-116, HubaCh 9-114-5 22, Petry 2-7 0-0 6, Stillmock 3-5 1-4 7, Buck 1-3 0-0 2

The 'World's Fastest Man' is n·ot Michael Johnson

When I was home over the ::hristmas holidays I was reninded how self involved many \mericans really are. Take a look >.t the Jan. 13 issue of Sports Illusrated (this was my favorite maga:ine up until this incident). Inside s a personal attack on Olympic .OOm champion - Canadian )onovan Bailey.

In the past, was it not the lOOm vinner who earned the title "The Norld's Fastest Man?" Or is that ust when an American wins? fmmm, so what you're saying is hat now the winner of the 200m ;hould be declared the fastest nan? Why? Bailey set a new .vorld record over the lOOm for >ete's sake. He broke the record >f the previous "World's Fastest vian," American Leroy Burrel.

So why does SI call Bailey a :rybaby for thinking he should ieserve such a title? Oh that's ight, American Michael Johnson .von the 200m and 400m more mpressively than Bailey won his. \nd I'll never forget how quickly -.JBC was to point out that ohnson's split over the last lOOm

was somewhere around 9.3 seconds. Of course they failed to mention that Bailey's time in the 4x100m gold medal performance (where he also received a running start) was still faster than Johnson's time. But American T.V. wouldn't admit that, right?

Which American 4x100m team member was it that said "we didn't lose, we just got second place?" Ya Ya, the U.S. didn't have their best sprinters in the race. So what? Canada almost set a world record. As a matter of fact, Canadian anchor-man Donovan Bailey appeared on Canadian national T.V. after the race and made a,public apology for raising his arm in celebration over the last 10 to 15 meters stating that he should have continued on and set the world

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world record for Canada. Oh well, it probably felt pretty good rubbing the victory in the American's faces.

Maybe that is why he is getting ripped by SI, it also may be the reason he didn't get one single solitary vote in the Associated Press (American based) Athlete of the Year. By the way, Rick Flair received a -few votes along with that horse Cigar. You know, Chris Raabe might have even received a few votes; but don't quote me on that.

Anyway, it's all going to be

settled May 31. This is the date set for the 150m, once-and-for-all showdown to see who deserves the title "The World's Fastest Man." Now wouldn't SI look stupid if Bailey won that race.

Hey, the U;S. didn't win the lOOm or the 4x100m (actually these were 2 of only 30 or so medals Canada did win), but don't worry; the U.S. has pushed for beach volleyball as an official Olympic sport along with other events that professional American athletes can dominate. So don't worry, the U.S. will always be able to get its 100+ medals to show off their dominance in world athletics. Boy, I can't wait until American football becomes an official Olympic sport. Wow. Wouldn't that be something? Farve to Rice for the touchdown. That puts the U.S. up over the Kenyans 105 - 0 just before the half.

that much harder in practice."

Coach Kreklau is also looking forward to a positive second'half of the season. "Nobody is blaming anybody for our performances, and as long as we continue with the hard work in p:r:actice things are going to happen.

One of these games we're really going to bust out."

On a special note, Peru's senior Angie Hubach scored her lOOOth point as a Bobcat in last week's loss to Briar Cliff.

The women's season continues Feb. 4 at York; then a rematch with Briar Cliff on the 8th and travel to Des Moines to face Grand View on the 10th before returning home on the 15th to face Hastings.

Athletes honored

Four PSC student-athletes earned national post-season honors from the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Kendra Cory, middle blocker, was named to the first-team All-Midwest Regional and was -an honorable mention NAIA All-American. Tracy Cochran, senior, was named to the AllMidwest Region second team. Kevin Vogel, linebacker, was Named to the NAIA Division II All-American football sec.ond team on defense, while ZaCh Sangster, wide receiver, was given honorable mention AllAmerican status.

MEN'S 8ASKET8AU.

February 3 vs. Avila College (7:30 p.m.)

5 vs. Hastings College (7:30 p.m.)

8 vs. Doane College (7:30 p.m.)

11 vs. Mid America Nazarene College (6 p.m.)

17

@ Central Methodist

19 vs. Midland Lutheran (7:30)

21 @ Kansas Wesleyan

WOMEN'S 8ASKET8ALll:. vs. Hastings College (4 p.m.)

18 vs. Midland Lutheran (7:30)

MEGGAN WllTON OF GRACElAND COllEGE drives bv Peru State senior Jill Schulte on Jon. 21. The !adv Bobcats pummelled Graceland 76-58. -photo by Kim Olson ·

"You HOMETOWN BANK AWAY FROM HOME"

Volume 2

Issue 8

. Peru State College, Peru, NE

Green lay Packers

Super Bowl Champions

"At least one team got the pack this year."

1996.

The Yeor That Was

''N9 paternity suits, that equals one really

Saltor1 Sandwich Toaster

Device For Toasting Sandwiches

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Honey Roasted Skippy Peanut Sutter

I Don't Eat That Peter Pan Stuff

roasted peanuts with the slight hint of honey.

: ossed Salad

No Sneeze Guard

"It's becoming a trendy thing; I couldn't do it."

Fierce Creatures

Flick

and entertaining but not'A Fish Called Wanda'."

Kansas City

Soundtrack

January 31 ,

State of popular music seems 1 hazy'

"And the sky is a hazy shade of winter" sang the Bangles for the Less Than Zero soundtrack. Those lines, penned by Simon and Garfunkel 30 years ago, not only describes the scene outside my window, but also the state of popular music. A breath of fresh air sure would be nice. Over the break I happened across just such a breath. It was short and sweet, and I enjoyed it while it lasted.

A group of friends and I happened to stumble into TJ's in Brownville at 11:30 the Saturday following New Year's. The place wasn't very full and the band on stage was playing low-down blues.

It was the kind of live music that is perfectly suited to a middle of nowhere bar filled with cigarette smoke. And to be in such an environment without a cold Budweiser would be a virtual sin. The vibe was wonderful. The band played impressively, making me wish I'd have gotten there earlier. Before the night was over I got myself a copy of their CD.

The band, Blue Eighty Eight, hails from Kansas City. Their selftitled disc is refreshing to hear in a world where the "alternative" music formula has a case of overkill. At the very first notes of their album, I felt relaxed. The songs

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at times evoked memories of Eric Clapton, Lynrd Skynrd, and early ZZTop.

The album is very comfortable but refrains from being boring. The songs range from hard driving - "Loreena" to acoustic"Sawed Off Edges" and even a short psychedelic experiment. The catchy "Strange To Say" is perhaps the album's standout with" A Thousand Miles Behind" coming in second.

Mark Corbett, the band's lead guitarist plays superbly throughout, as well as singing several songs. Susan Corbett sings the remaining songs, where a smoother and prettier voice was required. The Blue Eighty Eight disc is highly recommended for blues enthusiasts or those looking for something different. I will be getting an updated schedule to let you know where you can go see them in the future. It'll be worth the trip.

Two years on the heels of 'The Beatles Live at the BBC' the Brit-

ish Broadcasting Company ha' agreed to license its thousands o. concert tapes. The bands in thesf archives include The Stones, R.E.M., U2, The Smashinl' Pumpkins and many more. High· lights supposedly include Pi111< Floyd's Dark Side of The Moor concert at Wembly Stadium ir 1974 and Led Zeppelin's early performances of "Stairway tc Heaven". The bands have fina) say on what is to be released sc how much of this material and when, or even if at all, is still un· known. So keep your eyes open. Making another welcomed visil to TJ's is Under The Influence or. February 1. Check them out. On the 15th is College Night. Star 69 will be playing and two free keg10 will be supplied for primer.

As for last time's answer(for those that can remember), - it was Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks whc sang the duet "Stop Draggin' My Heart Around". This time- "What member of the Doors wrote their hit 'Light My Fire'?"

By Scott Krichau and Parry Docksile

I really : think we · should stop talking about this.

W ----------d a1t a minute, o you •••

Your mommy wil e home from dancing soon, so go to bed. little puppy. ewis will be right here / looking over you.

You're safer in here, Yep. aren't you. / You don't have to deal with the outside world. Nope.

But you are aware that this is a dirt floor.

You know else •••you are a freak.

"Best Jazz soundtrack I've ever heard and thoroughly enjoyed."

Volume 74

By Kim Milligan

"It's a real show-spot," says Ross Udey, assistant professor of industrial technology & education. "It's kind of a hidden secret." Udey refers to the division of science & technology's new $100,000 computer lab in the Industrial Technology building. The lab, which opened last fall, is an architect's paradise.

With programs like Solid Builder, a 3-D drafting program, the lab features the very latest in computer-aided drafting. Using Solid Builder, one can design a house or garage and find out the exact amount of materials neededdown to the studs arid the exact cost. "Labor. Materials. EVERYTIITNG," said Udey. The lab also features programs for statistics, quality control, hydraulics, and electronics. While there are no classes scheduled in the lab yet, Udey says that science and technology faculty frequently bring classes over for absorbing, hands-on classwork which reinforces lectures.

Students who visit the lab are duly impressed. "I thinkthe quality surpasses everything around here," said Charlie Cowden, junior industrial technology manage: ment major. "The programs relate

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more to this department, which we haven't had in the past."

Matt Flynn, freshman psychology I sociology major, said, "The new lab is nice! The computers are much quicker, and the graph- · ics are better [than the other labs]," Flynn said.

The Division's plans for the lab can be summed up in four words: add, expand, expand, expand.

The first (and only) item on the "add" list: word-processing programs. Currently ±he lab has none. Udey hopes to see them added next year, which he says will"double the usefulness" of the lab.

Plans are also under way to expand feature programs such as Solid Builder.

Udey hopes to add the program to five more stations, which would make it possible for him to teach his Construction Processes class in the lab next fall.

He would also like to expand the hydraulics and electronics packages.

You don't have to be an engineer. or an architect to use the lab. Udey invites all, regardless of major; to come expfore PSC's secret hot spot. Surf the Net in grand style.

The lab is open Monday-Friday, 8a.m.-5p.m.

February 14, 1997

- riilSTUDENTSWHO KNOW THAT THE "HIDDEN SECRET" is the computer lob in the industrial technology building ore industrial technology majors. The lob is open from Monday to Friday from 8 o.m to 5 p.m.to all students on campus. Many students believe this new lob, worth $100.000. is much quicker and hos better graphics than the other computer lobs located on campus. The lob hos full access to the Internet and the World Wide Web. -Photo by Kim Milligan

Search for new VPAA becomes internal

Dr. Robert Burns, president of Peru State College, stated Peru State College is ready to move ahead with the important matter of selecting a Vice President for Academic Affairs, a position currently held by Dr. David Ainsworth.

In a statement to the college community distributed Feb. 12,

Burns said that the national search for a new vice president for academic affairs committee,

after "hard work by the screening committee and many others," was unsuccessful in bringing a new vice president to PSC.

Bums said, "The candidate who was offered the· position state should adopt standards and l1y even· state should test very 4th'grader in. reading and very 8th g1«>.der i:n mzith to n_ake su.re these stanclards are i ,et."

2. "Five hundred teachers have been certified since 1995. My budget will enable 100,000 more to seek national certification as master teachers."

was unable to relocate from California because of family matters he was not able to resolve. I do not believe it is necessary now to conduct another such national search with al.tthe time, work and resources that would require."

In tum, Bums called for an internal search to fill the vacant position.

He asked that any current employee of Peru State College who is interested in the position inform him of such desires by sending him a letter of interest and a current resume no later than Monday, March3.

"At that time I will review the materials that have been received

Cox sheds light on future of education

By Doug Kerns

and announce a campus process by which we can insure the greatest possible involvement in the consideration of qualified candidates," said Burns.

All interested parties are encouraged to send their materials for consideration. However, the successful candidate, as a minimum, "will hold a terminal gree from an aq:redited institution, will have administrative experience in post-secondary education, will show strong communications skills and experience in and appreciation for quality teaching, research and service."

Applause, partly enthusiastic, partly obligatory, succeeds President Clinton's opening of the first State of the Union Address in his second term: "The state of the Union is strong."

But perhaps not so strong is the state of American education.

The heart of the Address was Clinton's 10 principles of his "Call to Action for American Education." Here's the gist of the first of them: Every state and school must shape curriculum to reflect national education standards. To help states meet the standards and measure their progress, the government will develop national

achievement tests with which by 1999 each state will test fourth graders in reading and eighth graders in math to be sure they know what is necessary in the "knowledge economy of the 21st century."

"Standards" may at seem just another easy remedy for American students' laggjng test scores compared to foreign nations, but Dr. Daniel Cox, interim chair of education and psychology, feels it is more than a buzzword; it signals a tangible Clinton comntitment. "I think President Clinton was trying to increase national emphasis on education," he said.

Contmuea on page 4

Excerpts from. President Clinton's principles for a "Call to Action for American Education" from the State of the Union Address

3. "40 percent of 8-year-olds cannot read on their own. That's why we.have just launched the America Reads Initiative. To build a citizen army of 1 million tutors to make sure every child can read independently by the end of 3rd grade."

4. "Vve will expand Head ::Otart to 1 million children by 2002."

5. "Every state should give parents the power to choose the ri t school for their children.

We should also make it possible for parents aiid teachers to start charter schools, schools that set and meet the highest standards and exist only as long as they do. Our plan will help ere.ate 3000 charter schools by the next century."

6. "Cimmcter cdnrntion must be in ;Jur schoob1. \A/e :.nust our chil.dre:1 to be good citizens. We must continue to promote order and disciplir1e, supporting comm1mities who introduce school uniforms, '

7. "My budget includes a new initiative: $5 billion to help communities finance $20 billion in school construction for the next four years."

8. "I propose America's Hope Scholarship based on Georgia's pioneering program: 2 years of

a $1500 tax credit for college tuition, enough to pay for the typical community college. I also propose a tax deduction of up to $10,000 a yearfor all'. tuition after high. school and expanded IRAs you can draw from tax free for education, and the largest increase m Pell Grant sch()larships in 20 years." · · · · ·

9. "\Ne must.bring the power of the i1:tormation age into au our schools."

final day to enter . PSC. exclusive writing contest

·!oday the final day to enter the Silas· Suminers Writing Con- test.' , ·. ·· .·· · · ·

':The iS open to all PSC field,s ofpoetry, fictio!l, and essay. •The piece that is av'!'aj:ded first priie in each divisiol:i will earn itS 'author $25, secoh.4 place $15 ¥t<l thirdplace $10. are.considered for

publication in theSifting Sands, Peru State College's literary journal.

To enter the contest, submit two copies of your work with your name, social security number and address to any English professor or to the box in the li!:>rary. ·

The Sifting Sands will ·be published in April. ·

Sean Sasser (8 p.m.), l4> · College Theater Hpplications for M.ov grodu- 27 otion due High School business 18 contest

• :{?(stinguished Gentlemen· (8 18 p.m.), College Theater PSC Historv Dov. 20 · · Student Center : f\/\,ovie. :·The Color fiurple" (8 28 p.m.). Student Center RA Resignotion/Reopplico24-28 tion Deadline Boxes and Walls, Student

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Mid-term break

Campus Activities Board is sponsoring the appearance of the musical trio "Distinguished Gentlemen."

This dynamic group will performTuesday, Feo. 18 at 8 p.m. in the College Theater. They will aeliver their own renditions of Boyz II Men and Blackstreet. The concert is free.

Campus Quiz Bowl (7 p.m.), Student Center

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Roy Burto junior, accoun "A nice dinner, that's about it."

Matt Flynn , freshman, psychol0gy/sociolo9y m

"Surprise her by coming home early, eook a nice candelight dinner and ·have it ready for her. Then after dinner; give her a bubble bath and full · body massage."

· Corey

history/elemantary education major big bottle of alcohol to drink my sorrows away over an overrated holiday"

Tiffany Peny

· freshman, undecided

"Some hot, gorgeous guy shows up at my door with roses and takes me out to dinner at a fancy restaraunta teddy bear for a little gift and 'a movie."

Scott

sophomore, construction technolog\I major ''Dinner and a movie."

"I want to spend the whole day with Chris, with just her and I doing a bunch of cool stuff. I want to take her out and look at cool stuff"

THE VOICES OF VICTORY CHOIR from the Salem Baptist Church in Omaha put on a spectacular show before several hundred spectators at Peru State College Tuesdav. Feb. 4. Jav Terrell is Minister of Music for the acclaimed group. -photo by Genelle Czirr, PSC advancement

Manley sophomons,

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Adam Finch freshman, psychology/sociology major

Staff ovinion t Val's Day not for everyone

Is the thrill gone from Valentine's Day? Slowly, the Feb.14 holiday is becoming a hackneyed obserrance due fo a lack of creativity. Stop and think about how ."olatile of a holiday Valentine's Day really is. At Thanksgivng and Christmas, almost everyone has a family they can ;hare it with. Easter, Chi{tese New Year, Flag Day-all are onsistent celebrations.

What about person without a significant other? It's a tad iifficult to celebrate Valentine's Day without one. For those N'ho are not currently in love, here's an alternative to commit:ing suicide or drinking a fifth of Jack and getting behind the N'heel: either band together and see a movie or band together md follow one of your friends who is "in love" around all vening. Make their romantic night a living hell! After all, vhy should they get an extra holiday!

tion for American Education"

brings the state of our schools once more to the top of the list of problems that perennially plague our nation, Clinton, never shy with catchphrases, loads his rhetoric with choice morsels ofthe ever-evolving vocabulary of 'educationese': "knowledge economy," "zero tolerance," "citi, zen army," "frontier of learning," and "universe of knowledge."

The jargon used in the education community, especially by those of a progressive bent, is a topic of a recently published book by E.D. Hirsch, "The Schools We Need & Why We Don't Have Them." It ends with a glossary of education terminology that examines the evolution (or convolution) of these terms since the beginning of the Progressive Era in education. Every discipline carries a certain vocabulary, but Hirsch feels that terms like "hands-on learning,"

:\lledia should be ashamed of themselves

You know, sometimes the print nd television media turn my tomach.

Let's take Tuesday night, Feb. 4, 1d Wednesday morning, Feb. 5, '.)r example. The President's State .f the Union message had to com•ete with the 0. J. Simpson trial 'r what was newsworthy. With 1.e exception of CNN, the main,ream television channels broke to the President's speech to tell \1e American people that mpson was found guilty of kill1g his ex-wife and Ron Goldman, '.)mething most of them knew '1yway. But,'hey! Network oints are worth millions of dol1rs. Who cares what happens to 1e future of your children and our old age? We need the point pread, right?

Wednesday morning's Lincoln >urnal-Star front page is a very .JOd example. The President's •ate of the Union message dealt ·ith billions of dollars and mt changes in education, immiration and foreign policy. Yet 0. J. Simpson's civil lawsuit oread across the whole front

page, and the President of the United States was squished into the far right-hand columns of the newspaper. As a writer, observer and sometimes shaper of national policy, I find it an embarrassment what the media determin:esto be a significant news event. The 0. J. Simpson trials have gleaned millions for the prosecuting attorneys, the defense attorneys, the defendant, the families of the dead, many of the jurors and, let's not forget, the national news media.

The news media, which is supposed to be somewhat impartial in reporting the news_haveturned into a bunch ofsharks in a feeding frenzy. Not since the Lindbergh Trials.have the news

media hyped a mediocre story into national importance. Excuse me, I forgot thatvir. Hearst and Mr. Pulitzer personally forced the U.S. info declaring war on Spain in the · 1890s.

1find it an embarrassment writing this article. I freely admit that I have prejudices. But blowing events out of proportion in order to get bigger sales and advertising is borderline sleaze. There are many I admire: Cronkite, Murrow, Rather, Jennings, the entire CNN newsroom. I believe the American people deserve factual reporting, not advertising hype. Why don't you write a few papers and TV stations and tell them how you feel? I do.

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"student-centered education" and "developmentally appropriate curriculum" are euphemistic and murky at best, dangerous and deliberately misleading at worst.

Outside educational policy circles, the arena where such vocabulary is most harmful is the relations between teachers and parents. Ifa teacher cannot easily use terminology which avoids 'educationese' when speaking with his or her students' parents, then he or she probably doesn't really understand the concepts behind the words in the first place.

Dropping the right word in the right place in conversation with another educator makes the

speaker seem informed and "with-it" even if he has only the vaguest idea of the concepts evoked. It seems a cruel paradox that the very people in the business of illuminating our world for students speak among one another is such opaque rhetoric. Teachers who find themselves using jargon much of the time need to read the work of thinkers like Bertrand Russell, who favored clear defutltion of terms in language that c_an be verified empirically. Often jargon is educators who incessantly stress the need for change but refuse. to · admit that the method masked by · phrase is a failure. ·

Hawkinson: 'tirnes of male dominance in the United States are crumbling'

Dear Editors, seems people like Mr. Gingrich believe that because the Con-

I'm sure we've all seen John gress makes the laws, they are Davis' column, "The Insider's above them." Insights." So let me come to my Don't you think.this somewh:3-,t, point. parallels the allegations

On Jan. 31, Davis wrote an ar- Pres. Clinton about using man"· · tide entitled "Politics as usual juana? Do you think that Ameriajlows for loopholes in justice." cans really believe that he didn't The article spoke of our nation's inhale? I don't think so. center which revolves around Pres. Clinton wanted one of the something other than the well- 111ost. being of the people As Davis world so :rnucn that h& Jb!St :J<re-' himseif states, '"Durmg the last cided to stretch the truth a little. presidential election, money Obviously, he thinks that he is seems to be a key question about above the laws that our elected the integrity ofour political lead- officials set for every American ers." to follow.

This aspect, stated at the begin- The article finishes.: :with the ning of his article but not fully statement, in discussed, brings up some ideas the past few weeks is that we about America's love of money, have also been told that the realand how it played a role in the ityispoliticsasusual,Boys." Did presidential campaign. I miss something pn the ,news or

So let me address Mr. Davis di- did. Mr. Davis jus,t £prget that rectly. Has iftaken you this long women are in the Rep- · to figure out that our whole resentatives, Senate·and':t'fte Su:: country revolves around money, preme Court? " '" not just the lives of our elected I'm sure in your officials? Gore that.you met some W,omen · Our country seems to go by the polificai : · · <''..:: ; standards that the more money ·So, infoe future;c0 utdy:o'(i'.:reyou have, the better you are. I'm member that the tiines of.tjfale 20 years old and only in the sec- dominance in the Unlted States Ond year Of my college educa- are crumbling, and are tion, but I still knew that. You, taking their instiilds , : on the other hand, have worked along side of tnen:. ; : under Vice President Al Gore, but of the newspaper/pleruwietnffitt:.:':· you're just figuring this out? ber your audience does contain

Another point you bring up some feminists who may l:ake seems to be that our nation's po- offense at your statements;.· litical leaders stretch the truth, Oh, by the way, ; maybe more along the lines .of. whatexactly is a crortie? ·:

avoiding it in order to keep their < " jobs. After all you do say, "It ChrlsHawkinson ·· · ·· ·

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light on future of education .

""" · · ·· - · •· learn the same things as if you Great Britain, Australia and New < !1, > · went to school in Los Angeles," z.ealand. The group worked on ificfnbt pai!tt;;a pretty Cox said. · · developing a set of standards for p,ast feciei:l'!1;:1nvolve- : The µl.Ote timid among us may English teachers, and Cox contina prob:- • quail and ask, "Does this mean the ues to be active in putting theory griv-: heaV'y hand of the Fed wants to into practice. "Those of us in dictatecurricularpolicytoushere teacher's education are working

·· •, ·· (fbe · in ·Well, probably not. very hard to implement the stan· · 1d be a Cox said that though national · dardsthesubjectareagroupshave q ani.Zfog achievement tests may be on the peen developing."

1:i. · ' '3nifiSi\'. ·ti.reaucraQ.c horizon, "I don't think we'll ever What about the future of Amerihe saH have a natibnal curriculum in this can education with oi: without · s¢toJ ri<ttiortalstan- country because local control of national standards? Cox said that aclHevement education would never let it get though change may come graduouJ.d, possibl}"''.pi:ovide: some that fat." ally, each day is a new chance. riieasurelhat.' Children across the Cox worked foi: six yearsfoi:·the "Every day, every teacher walkU.S. were 'receiving a fair and National Council of Teachers of ing into a class is a new experiequal.education. "If you went to English, which has members not ment. Wh\it works is the key." school .in Auburn, you should only from the U.S. but also from

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PSC benefits from improved technology

Peru state College is providing the region with an increasingand ever-improving-array of communication technologies.

As with all technologies, the greatest challenge is in keeping up with their changes and improvements. According to Dr. Robert Burns, PSC president, ''We focused on a leadership role in providing technology in the classroom and in other programs a few years ago. Our progress and· successes have been exciting."

Peru State moved into satellite transmitted technology in a major way. in recent years. Peru State has two dishes on campus, including a "send-and-receive" system, and will soon add a third dish at the Regional Technology Center in Nebraska City.

PSC is installing new receivers

on its on-campus dishes. These receivers will produce more accurate, clearer images, according to Jay Jacobsen, director of Communications Services. Another exciting new technology involves transmitting video conferences using something as common as telephone lines. The Regional Technology Center is now equipped with this new resource, which makes two-way or even more than two way audio and video communication· not only possible but practical. This technology allows groups to" meet'' on short notice or deal with emergencies or sudden opportunities.

The video conference room has been equipped by the State Department of Communications. The system is worth an estimated $50,000.

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THE SHOT HEARD AROUND CAMPUS

liy Krys leeds

Nearly 47 years ago, a man 'JOisoned by anger and frustration released a quiet and unforeseen Jood of pent up rage. The aants of this surge of emotions are found within a small vertical file ;n the campus library and within .:he hearts of generations past.

On the morning of Tuesday, April 25, 1950, Dr. Barney Kinley Baker lashed out; apparently in response to the distribution of the college catalog that mqrning which indithe official termination of Baker's :?mployment at Peru State College. In his vengeance ·he took the lives of Dr. William Nicholas, then president of Peru State College, and Dr. Paul Ammon Maxwell, head of the division of education and Baker's immediate supervisor: , Baker then calmly returned to his home. He was found lying in a pool of blood on a Persian rug. With the same gun he had used to assassinate his superiors, Baker put a bullet through his mouth and into his brain.

In May of 1949, in an effort to revitalize the college, a memo was sent to each division head ing the rieed to avoid small classes and the necessity to minimize the

existing facuity. Maxwell devised a plan to extract sections of required classes and to offer fewer elective courses. This plan would increase class ·size and would eliminate one staff position.

Despite 24 years of experience at Peru State and being the only member of the educa,tion division, excluding Maxwell, with a Ph.D., Baker was the one chosen to be dismissed.

Even though Baker himself had known of his termination since June of 1949, few faculty members were aware of it until the 1950 college catalog was distributed minus Dr. Barney Baker, fessor of education.

According to an article 'printed in the New York Times, April 26,

1 9 5 0 ' "Nicholas and Maxwell kept the dismissal confidential, only a few faculty members it, and they were sworn to secrecy unless Baker chose to reveal it himself."

For reasons unknown, Baker chose not to disclose this information. Perhaps it was because in October of 1949, Baker asked J. Hyde Sweet, president of the State Normal School Board, to intervene on his behalf. Sweet chose

not to intercede.

According to Alben l::;arson, secretary of the Board, in a report compiled by Nancy Moran, "Nicholas had the authority as President to release a staff member in lining up staff for the coming school year. Then the Board would ac;t on the dismissal at a later meeting." But, according to Larson, the Board received no notification of Baker's dismissal. The official minutes confirmed Larson's statement.

In the same report, Sweet defended the President, " It is not necessary to go into detail except to say that the integrity of the school, any school, depends on giving students the very best service the facts deny that any injustice had been done [to Baker.]"

Moran's report stated that Baker seldom spoke to people on campus and had no close friends. He

bune, April 26, 1950, "[Baker] took no part in campus activities, walking from his home to his classes and back again without speaking to persons he met. He often resisted taking new classes, assignments or duties."

Students complained that Baker did not update his notes. Many were faded and yellowed with age. Baker had been "unable to hold the attention of his classes," stated Sweet in the Omaha Morning World Herald.

C.A. Huck, Baker's personal business agent and part-time mathematics instructor at the college, claimed that Baker was insanely jealous of [Baker's] job and felt that he was not given credit for his abilities. Huck also described Baker as beil)g_ temperament."

Though revolted by Baker's actions, many local people perceived Baker as "a man who had

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served on only one campus committee rather than the average three to seven held by most professors. According to an article printed in the Chicago Daily Tri-

lost his mind, rather than as a cold-blooded killer," stated Moran.

In fact, it is recorded that many people from the college attended

the private funeral service held for Baker at the Casey Witzenburg Funeral Home in Auburn. In his ·

though he was officially of no affiliation. In that same note, he asked that his body be cremated and that his ashes be scattered eight telephone poles from the Peru comer. , : , This created great ccihtrO've'rsy ' on campus. People thought that Baker meant the corner where Highway ,67 meets Jhe road t_o , Peru'. ThiS n:i.ean : intended his rei:naiils-.to p'e:.scatf tered on campus. · ·. · ·.. .• •

Those close to,Baker interpreted this note differently. ·They believed Baker was actually i:eferring -to thejµnction of Highway· 67and Highway 75 Apparently, this was a special place for Baker · and his wife. However, the state , of Nebraska forbids putting ashes , on_public. demain. ashes were placed in a small bo"'' and left at the Casey. Witzenburg Funeral Home. It is th<?se: ashes remain.

·A formal tenure policy may have averted

By Krys

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"Tenure is the right to re-aplpointment from appointment term to appointmen.t term until such time as the faculty member resigns, retires, is discharged for adequate cause, or is terminated for reasons of financial exigency or program reduction " states the Board of Trustees under · Policy 5112.

Peru State College has seen many changes in its tenure policy since the day Dr. Barney Baker, professor of education, shot and killed Pres. William Nicholas and Dr. Pau_l Maxwell, chairman of

the education division, in 1950.

Under the current tenure policy, a new faculty member is on probationary status. rherefore, "regardless of the terms of any individual contract, no {probatio:qary faculty member] has, or shall acquire, a right to re-appointment for a term in excess of the academic year." ·

In 1950 PSC might have had an "informal" tenure policy. According to Nancy Moran's historical report, " long-term professors were not dismissed without serious reason." Whatever "serious reasons" justified Baker's discharge after 24 years of service

were never revealed to Baker or to the State Normal School Board. Such actions would not hold in the existing college system. In order for an instructor, whether tenured or not, to be denied renewal of his/her contract, a recommendation must first come from the college president and then be presented to the Board of Trustees, said current President Robert Bums.

· An instructor first has the right to apply for tenure after four years. according to Appendix H: Rank Promotion and Tenure Application Guidelines and Procedure. He or she must uiform the vice

president of academic affairs by to the president who presents · Sept. 30 of his intent to apply. The opinion to the of Trustees vice president then has until Oct. The Board has final say on ap 7 to verify whether the candidate provaI or di,Sapproval. , has met the minimum guidelines

If after seven years tenure ha to be eligible to apply. not _been grahted, ·the After the applicant ha" compiled has the right to "materials ofsupport'' including Board Policy.5112 .!(the ,insftilc a self report, student evaluations, tor is still denied tenure, his course syllabi and proof of extra- ployment with .college}s ter Curricular involvement, the report minated.. , · : :. : · · ., :, is reviewed by a series of commit- Baker was given no sitch tees. Each provides a recommen- According to Mor<tn, "i dation for or against the tenure "victim of an authoritii:nan sys--, application and submits it to the tern." He no tCj next committee. Eventually the appeal,norwashegranted·apub·# resu11$ are fqrwarded to the vice lie hearing These rights were presiderit of academic affairs, then ' estab.lished until 1971. , '' ' 1

"[Baker] took no part in campus activities, walking from his home to his classes and back again without speaking to persons he met."

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Peru· Sta·te men avenge loss to Hastings College

fly Jen Froeschl

The Peru State men's. basketball team had their revenge on the NAIA Division II's twenty-first 1".anked team, Hastings College, in l".ecent basketball action. They civ.enged a previous loss of 78-121 a 90,.72 vict:my. · to play and we intensity in fr;?nt 'of:fic;.great crowd./' said a big

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western until the Bobcats took a solo lead position after beating Doane, 78-56.

Freshman guard Jermal Watd led the team with 24 points after sinking 12 of 15 throws. The 'Cats also otitshined the Tigers from the three point range 40 percent to 5.3 percent, increasing their record to 17-8.

The Bobcats lead the region in offensive scoring with an 82.2 average and in field goal percentage, .497.

The team will play four games · in five tj.ays begihhing with Doane Monday, Avila Tuesday, Midland Lutheran Wednesday, and they wil_l finish their regular season play in Salina, KS against Kansas Wesleyan Friday. ''I'll be happy if we win'three out of the four," said Gibbs.

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By Greg Wolfe Hornung leading the way. "She ""·· ,-- "' · ·· - .- had herb.est game in a Peru State the PSC uniform," said Kreklau of wo)nen's basketball team they Hornung's 5 3-pointers and 17 wete a solid 8-12. Since then, they point performance which led PSC hav,e raised their record to·a:.re- to a triumph. 10-13 with a back to Then last Saturday the Lady back wins over Missouri Valley 'Cats traveled to the home of still fosing .to. 'Briar undefeated Briar Cliff College to Cli£;f. avenge a loss earlier this season.

Ih the game Mi$souri "When we played here, we were Valley "it was critical to start the first team to hold them under welt," said Coach Tara Kreklau. 80 points," said Kreklau. "They just what the women clid didn't score a lot of easy buckets." i-?y :q.ot letting up until they .built But when: the women traveled ip P. more than 20 point lead - up to Sioux City it was a different 1.1itllun the first few minutes of the story. "They really picked up their ,an}e en route tl:> "6949 vJttory. defensive intensity and their press Irl their next game, the Bobcat .caused us a lot of problems," •¥omen traveled to York with noted Kreklau. "They aren't 29-0 standout Stf'.ph for nothing." Celeste Nolte rr::: :·:·.

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stepped up against the team ranked second in theo{:ountry and scored 27 points while pulling down 11 rebounds in their 90-61 loss. ·

This same Briar Cliff team is one that PSC will have to go through in their regional tournament if they want to go on to the national · tourney. But before that, the ladies still must face some competition in Hastings, Dana, and Midland Lutheran. "Our season is ending against tough competition," said a confident Kreklau. "That's just what we want to toughen up going into the playoffs."

The Bobcats last two home games are Feb. 15 vs. Hastings and the season finale vs. Midland Luther Feb. 22.

Intramural basketball doMinOnce still u for ra s

l!y Freedom Robinson

After four weeks of heavy intramural basketball it is still a close race. D-1 Prospects lead the eastern division with a perfect 4-0 record. They are followed closely oy Code Red with the.ir 2-0 record. The western division teams are neck-and-neck.· The East & West Connection leads the division with an impressive 3-0 record. Your Tuition at Work is second in the division with a 2-0 record.

Both divisions have strong shooters on their sides. T.J. Goldsmith of Magnificent 7 in.the western division leads all scoring with a total of 51 points with two games played. Eastern division's Decker's Boys lay claim on Todd Liberty who is second in scoring with 74 points in three games played. With one week left the ball is still up in the air on who will be the champion intramural basketball team.

NBA rookie game one more reason to watch college basketball

What a great week for basketball fans.

It had something for every ty'p'e '"Jf roundball fanatic. There was great college hoop-la-complete with upsets of the nation's top three teams-if you like college basketball; the NBA All-Star Game slam dunk contest and three point shootout if you like NBA basketball; and the NBA rookie game if you don't. College hoop fans across the nation smiled collectively last weekend as they watched 19 and 20 year olds who forfeited their college eligibility to play in the NBA stumble around the court in the NBA's rookie allstar game.

When the NBA held its annual draft last summer and a record number of draftees were not college seniors, college basketball fans were up in arms. They were angry that these youngsters were

robbing their schools of national championship hopes and were afraid that the absence of such a large number of coUege stars would hurt the college game. Meanwhile, NBA fans were elated at the influx of such a fong list of talented athletes. However, midway through the NBA season it seems as if the NBA gol less than it bargained for.

So many teenagers at one time has helped make this the lowest scoring season the NBA has seen since the shot-clock was lowered to 24 seconds.

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Teenagers seem less able to grasp an offensive scheme or look for quality shots. Most of these early entrants have come from college and high school programs where they were featured, and now many of them find it more difficult to let scoring opportunities come to them.

They are not used to playing any role on a team other than that of the offensive focal point, many seem more interested in seeing themselves on SportsCenter's "Plays of the Week" or a Reebok commercial than seeing their

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teams win every night.

The NBA rookietumover fest (it looked more like recess at a high school for supercmutant teenagers than a basketball game) exemplified this lack of basketball smarts. Although the collective athletic ability of the participants was extremely high, it was overshadowed by the lack of fundamentals and ball movement, and an overabundance of selfishness.

The college game, on the other hand, is flourishing. This season is as competitive as ever. No team is undefeated, and every team in the top 20 has had to scratch out some exciting, highly contested wins to keep their lofty poll position.

At this point in ·the NCAA season, teams are deep in important conference schedules that find them in close contests nearly every outing. This competitiveness

is lost .in the :NJ3.I}, Al!:hoµgh,. 1 the best pro teams lose a fev!.r games every month, they usually can count on beating most average teams just by showing up. If a college hoop squad doesn't come ready to play during their conference season, !:hey Just ask consen5us number·ooe' Kansas who lost last week to an unranked Missouri team that was just above .500.

So this year, fellow college hoop disciples, when your favorite team's super-sophomore breaks away from campus to enter the draft, don't fret. Bid him farewell and be happy for him. He's probably aboutto make the•transition from semi-pover:ty·to l.nai<iriig· more money than Peru State'S'en-' tiJ::e f(lculty-nota.toughdeciSion. ·- · As this season has pointed out,. college basketball. is alive and: well. ·" "'

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WESTERN DIVISION FOES THE MAGNIFICENT 7 and Ball Drainers squared off Feb. 10 in intramural basketball action at the Al Wheeler Activity Center. The Magnificent 7 thumped the Ball Drainers. 78-45. -photo by Terry Dugan

La Boheme tear-jerking, tragic love story

$unday, Feb. 9 was the final chance to see "La 'Boheme" at On;}aha's Orpheum Theater this .season. · by ln'.1897, tells atragic love storf;·sure to briilgs a tear to your eye;.:Tue:opera is sung in Italian wi:th J:lnglish supertitles. The basiC's.tory tells of four male artisans liymg.in:Paris after WWII. They aresh.ort on cash.and warmth, but high on em0 tioru;. Jhey begin a Christmas Eve celebration to help forget their miseries. ·Hilarity follow.s:cwith the landlord coming with:aobill andleaving without the ·. .·

'.Rodolfo stays behin<;l. to work and the neighbor, Mmµ, comes ·ov.er) to. get· l"ter cancl.le _lit, They The two·lbvebirds go out arid meet Rodolfo's friends in the market for

the celebration. Musetta makes herflamboyantentranceandsoon draws the eye of Marcello. Yet another couple gets hit with cupid's arrow.

Things are going well until both couples realize that jealously is making their relationships impossib le. Marcello and Mussetta break things off with a near fight, but Rodolfo and Mimi decide to delay the breakup until spring.

Mimi is sick and knows that winter is the toughest season to be alone.

· most of the audience, but it is in a cafe, waiters bringing food

beautiful nonetheless. One help- and drink, last minute shopper& ful technological element will aid buying gifts and food. in this, a projected translated ver- The fact that "La Boheme" sion of the opera is shown above three hours long may have been the stage. It aids in much of the the only drawback, but they did hidden humor and comprehen- provide three intermissions tc sion. stand and stretch. I was thor·

In the end, Mimi makes her way to the artisans' loft. She is near death and needs medical attention. The ai:tis<l?-s go out to get medicine and leave the two lovebirds alone. Both apologize for past regret and make happy plans for the future, but the attempt is to no avail.

My only previous experience with opera was Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd singing to each other during a cartoon, but this was nothing near that. The singing may not be comprehensible by

The women's voices carried oughly impressed with all of thE more power than the entire or- performers. They gave me thE chestra at several occasions. The impression they were performing men enunciated their songs with out of the love of opera, not tc vibrancy and eloquence. The mix make a buck. .I was impressed of instrumental and vocals created for my first live opera; Bugs ir a unified blend of sound that drag doesri'f really count. flowed throughout the entire pro- I would suggest listening to the duction. rebroadcast of this production or

The second act started with the FM 91.5 Sunday, Feb. 16 at 7 p.m crowed streets of Paris on Christ- Opera Omaha concludes its sea· mas Eve. The time and prepara- son with Charles Gounod's tion needed to choreograph near "Faust" April 2, 4, and 6 at th€ fifty people on stage amazes me. Orpheum. Take a chance and seE It was organized chaos--children one of the best known French op running around, diners gathering eras.

lh,fA Valentine's Day is a real doozy when you're five

This girl named Jenny sleeps on a piece of carpet right next to me at nap time.

We handed out Valentines on Thursday because we don't have Kindergarten on Friday this week. lpiCI<ed'ili.e'fi.tst one out of my heart-shaped box, and I knew it was Jenny's Valentine because it smelled just like she did-skim milk.

So, I held my breath and gently the envelope. Inside was the Valentine, which was a Power Ranger Valentine, and all I could think was that either A) Jenny has no clue what is hip, or m parents bought them on

-:clearanceJastYalentine's day.

- The pink Ranger graced the front of the card, the old pink 'Ranger, and I knew before I t;urned it around that I was in love, or'some modem-day excuse for lo:ve. ·

I turned the card with excitement, but not too much excite' ment--she was watching, and I looked to see what beautiful ·words, five letters or less, would be found on the back. For a five-

Jenny's handwriting

really sucked.

"Does this say something, or were you drawing a bad river?" I asked Jenny ,politely. Upon hearing this, she popped me on the shoulder.

"No! Says you better be my Valentine, or else because you're cute, and I need a date," she growled in a lusty tone. I don't know why she can't get a date: her tangled hair, dirt stains on her shirt, untied shoes-a vision of gradescho.ol beauty.

When' my mommy cam,e to pick me up, I asked her if I could ask Jenny on a date like she told me to do. Mommy said it was alright, as long as we were home before Seinfeld (my mommy loves that Kramer guy).

I wanted this Valentine's day to be special. So I decided lwas going to take Jenny to the most romantic place I cquld think of. My mommy agreed to be the chau-, chau-, driver.

When we arrived, I noticed there was brown grass growing wild around their house. So, I picked some out of the ground and rang the doorbell. Her mommy art-

swered the door and said, "Hello! Devon, you look so handsome. Hey. Is that dead grass?"

"Yes, Jenny's mommy," I said. She's a smart lady. There Jenny stood in a taffeta dress with no dirt stains. She really went all out I handed her the grass and said, "These are for you! (like that guy with the scissors in the movie "Dead Again" said, but don't tell my mommy I watched it because it was rated R; there were only a few dirty words in it). Jenny said, "You're giving me dead grass! What are you, stupid?"

I opened the back door of the car up, so we could sit together, but she said she wanted to sit in the front seat on the way to the restaurant.

At the restaurant, I tried to open the door for her, but it was too

heavy. I think I pulled my groin!

!thought a romantic thing to do would be to order for her. So, I walked up to the counter and said, "Two happy meals, please. One with a Dr. Pepper and .the other with a Diet Coke." (Jenny said she was trying to watch her figure.)

We grabbed our food and a bunch of ketchup and sashayed to an open booth in the back. We spent the rest of our time talking about Jim Henson films and projects over fries and a few exchanged pickles. Then she made me feel inferior as a man by telling me I was stupid for not being able to figure out the maze on the back of ilie box; but she said it with such sophistication.

Out the door we went to the playland, but I slipped on some

leftover ice and almost cracke< my head open (lawsuit pending) so we decided just to call it a night I walked her to her door, and sh, put her arm on my shoulder. Sh; looked me straight into the pupil of my eyes and said, "You're oka' for a bed wetting dork." Bed we\ ting! "I think I really like you."

I snapped back, "For your infor mation, lady, I peed the bed onl; once! ONCE! and that was be cause somebody slipped me cran; berry juice by mistake, okay Don't call me a bed wetter! Ym should talk! You smell like you: parents hook you directly up tc the cow every morning like ; feedbag!"

"I think I love you," she said Then, I dreamed we held eacl other tight and kissed passion ately under the light of the porch moon. Actually, she just hit me ir the gut really hard. "I'll see ym in school, next week."

I went back to the car with tear in my eyes (she hit me so hard and said to my mommy betweer gasps for air, "So, is this what be ing in love feels like?"

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10 places better to kill people than the Empire State Building

By Scott Krfchou

1. Billings, Montana - There's nobody laround to catch you!!

j 2. Anywhere in California - It seems to 1be legal in that state!!

s. Sears Tower, Chicago - Better view of j an urban downtown!!

I 4. Jonestown, Guyana - Cheaper ! Deadly Drugs and Unlimited Kool-Aid!!

j 5. Neighborhood Crackhouse - Easier : to sneak up on 'em!!

j 6. Eiffel Tower - Foreign view of a more : impressive urban downtown!!

: 7. Nebraska Cornfield - Lots of ears to j listen to your cries of insanity!!

8. England - Cause when they hang ya, they can clone you all over again!!

' 19. Baskin Robbins 31 Flavors - Get that ! little reward after another fine job!!

l 10. Post Office - You get that chance to say, "I went Postal on their ass!!"

Hendrix music re-mastered once again

Winter is winding down and spring , as well as a few other wonderful events, is right around the comer. Perhaps the most exciting thing is what is happening · to Jimi Hendrix's archives, but an upcoming release by Aerosmith is not without its due anticipation either. As for the here and now, the local scene deserves attention as well.

Jimi Hendrix is being rejuvenated. His family obtained the rights to his music, likeness and so on a little over a year ago. So all of Hendrix's albums are being re-re-mastered. Producer Alan Douglas controlled the release of the music until 1995. He had been virtually, molesting Jimi's music for twenty years, putting out unworthy material.

Now Eddie Kramer, who worked with Hendrix as recording engineer on all of the material, has taken the helm. With Kramer is George Marino, who is one of the most respected mastering engineers, and noted Hendrix historian John McDermont. McDermont scoured dusty vaults everywhere to acquire all the tapes he could. Now the music is in the best possible hands, where it belonged a long time ago.

So all of the records Jimi released during his short life, three studio and one live album, will be re-released with a clarity and sonic vitality that was never before available. In addition, 'First Rays of the New Rising Sun', the album he was working on when he died· will be compiled as close as can be possible· and put out with the others. Eighty percent of the origi-

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nal master tapes for those albums were found by McDermont. So with Kramer in charge we can finally hear how he and Hendrix originally mixed the albums. They should be out by late spring and the world will finally hear its greatest guitarist the way he always wanted to be heard.

In other upcoming album news, Aerosmith will release a new album March 18 titled "Nine Lives."

It has been three years since their last album "Get A Grip." This record follows the dismissal of Trm Collins, their manager of ten years who subsequently alleged ·that the band was again using drugs, which they quickly denied. They now have a single out cowritten with Alanis Morissette's producer Glen Ballard. The song, titled "Falling In Love (Is Hard On the Knees)," is easily recognized. After all, when you hear Aerosmith you know it.

Speaking of being able to recognizing bands, what in the world has happened to U2? When and how did they get so brain damaged? Does the same band that does "Discotheque" do "New Year's Day" and "Sunday Bloody Sunday"? Lay off of the drugs guys. They're not helping.

For those of you who loved Motley Crue before they fired Vince Neil, you have reason to

celebrate. The original lineup is now intact and an album is expected some time this year. Personally, I can't wait, but the big question is "Are they going to do a make-up tour like Kiss?"

On a more local note, a few weeks ago Marilyn Manson made a stop in Omaha to perform with L7. The event was well publicized by Mayor Hal Daub's requested boycott, which only served to sell more tickets. Two years ago I saw perform in the same venue opening for Danzig. I luckily missed this second time, but I'm sure they were just as repulsive. Anyway when I saw them there was no protest and no sold out crowd. Maybe he should have called the mayor.

Last weekend I was fortunate to catch Ivory Star with guests Stepchild at 1J's. The buzz is getting louder; catch them if you can. Coming up at TJ's is Blue 88, March 1. They're a great bluesrock band that can't be missed. March 7, Kansas City rock band Joker and a free keg will be there. And for country lovers, Southern Drawl will be there on the 29th. The answer for last time is Ray Manzerek. This time the question is "What was the title of Motley Crue's debut album?"

By Scott Krichau and Parry Docksile

History Day Contest to be held Feb. 28

Dr. Sara Crook, assistant professor of history I political science, and the social science department are sponsoring the Peru State College District History Day Contest on Friday in the Live and Burr Oak rooms from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m

The contest is "an excellent opportunity for area high school students to pursue a topic of particular interest to them," said Crook. High School students will research aspects of "Triumph and Tragedy in History," and will present their efforts in one of four fashions: a research paper, a performance (skit <?r monologue),

media presentation or project display.

The contest has many on-campus advantages as well. This academic endeavor is a good way to establish positive public relations with surrounding schools. "It brings students to campus who might consider Peru State as their college choice," said Crook.

Hosting the contest provides a prime opportunity for social science majors to view projects and develop an inside understanding of the contest before they themselves become teachers.

$1,000,000!

Colonie Martin sophomore electronics/robotics major

"I would set aside part of it to use on my college education, go to grad school, give some to my family to help put my three younger sisters through school, and I would save the rest for a new house and as capitol to start my own business after I graduated."

Natalie Davis sophomor• unc:t.clded

"I would take Brooke Shown and Freedom Robinson to the Caribbean for a month of whatever makes us happy."

MARCH

4 Campus Quiz Bowl (7 p.m.).

"Steel Drums and African Music" (8 p.m.), College Theater II

Student Recital (l l o.m.). Student Center 5 Benford Recital Holl 1 Spring Pool Tournament. 11 Student Center 5-6 Bond tour of area high schools 7 Spring 1998 Student

Applications due 7 Mid-term

CAB dance (9 p.m.). Student Center 14

Final dov to withdraw from regular semester courses with o"W"

14

Final dov to register for cooperative education/ internship credit

RA applications for 1997-98 become available 17-U

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Special events add to PSC

,, Our hats are off to the men's basketball team for being il.umber one in the Midwest Region.

By being the best in the region, Peru State gets the awesome privilege of hosting schools from Minnesota, Wisconsin , 1.owa, South Dakota and Missouri. Considering the Bobcats not lost at home all season, this stands as an incredible

1 Yet, does Peru State have the capacity to host such a tournanent? Do we have the facilities to handle a tournament of '.his stature without putting students out?

1 No, we don't. But, as the college has done in the past with that involve high school students, tuition-paying nembers of the Peru State student body will.· have to be put )Ut once again. Parking will be horrific.Traffic in and out of :own will be spastic, ancf the world will come to a stop be:ause "other schools" are interacting with our pride and joy. ·. It's called exposure for the college. And it's a good thing. What's one day of walking from the commuter lot, sacrificing )ur luxuries, in contrast to the emotional, spiritual and intel- · iectual highs visitors receive when Peru State holds a major

PUT SOME MORE DAYS ON THE CALENDAR

I'm finally getting around to fulfilling my New Year's resolutions. One of 'em, anyway. Not the one about getting into shape. The burning desire to fulfill that goal doesn't usually Id.ck in until April or May, when the shorts come out of storage and panic sets in.

And, yeah, I'm still biting the nails. And well I have cut back on Pepsi. My bank account doesn't appear to have benefitted from any new-found frugality and the Falls City Pizza Hut, a Sailors family favorite, hasn't seen a decrease in sales.

I guess you could say I'm somewhat lacking in the willpower department.

Well, enough about my failures. My final New Year's resolution for 1997 is to simplify, simplify, simplify. I think that might be a famous ql!ote from some famous dead ·author, but I'm not sure. Sorry, Dr. Holtz.

You see, I've got that student/

Death of a leader leaves China's future uncertain

·• February 19, 1997 marks the end of an era that dates oack to the czars of Russia and the emperors of China. Deng Xiaoping, the last Chinese ruler that controlled the )?eople's Republic of China's army and political apparatus, died at the age of 92.

: Born during the reign ot the Dowager Empress of China, Deng pved through the Republican rule of Sun Yat Sen, the horrors of M'orld War II and the Long Marcil of Mao Tse Tung. A staunch Marxist-Leninist, Deng also enjoyed a good game of bridge and fine French cuisine.

Though a rabid communist and totalitarian dictator, he led China ;to be a formidable world power. Heading a communist govern:ment, he also supported entrepreneurial enterprise. He was an enigma and a realist at the same time. He realized that without :Western technology China would never rise to its potential. Yet this .same forward-looking man will also be forever known as the man

who was responsible for the Tiananmen Square massacres and the. increased imprisonment and execution of political dissente:rs· , What will happen in China and the entire Pacific rim because of his death? Political and financial changes are rapidly advancing in China, but where is the leadership that will give stability to these rapid Changes? Will the President of China, Jiang Zemin, become the next ruler? Will the army take control? Or, will China follow the Soviet Union and disregard communism in favor of democracy? In a matter of weeks, Hong Kong will revert back to China. Shanghai has become ani.sland of capitalism in the midst of poverty and totalitarian mismanage!llent. The

People's Army has become the single most importal).t group of capitalists in Asia. Where will this lead? Intelligeuce servic;es. and China experts have predicted that China, not Japan, shall be the leading industrial country in the Pacific rim by the early 21st century. · All we can do is wait and see. But we shall never make the mistake other western countries in the past centuries have made regarding China. Never judge it by western standards, or expect changes to come quickly. We westerners .get agitated if things don't happen within.a few years; China has a history of being able to wait decades and sometimes centuries. And they've come out ahead.

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mother I waitress /bartender I columnist thing going on pretty much 24/7, living on a wish and a Pell grant. Sometimes, it's a bit soap opera-esque in my world.

In order to accomplish my goal of simplicity for 1997, I had to make some tough choices. I reviewed the categories of my life.

Student? You already know I'm one of those freaks who loves school; so I didn't want to give that up. And, besides, no more Pell grant. I'd, like, have to get a real job. On to the next category.

Mother? Well, I guess I entered irito ari lifetime contract on that one. Wait a minute, I don't remember signing anything. But, they are pretty good kids and,

besides, they've given me plenty to write about.

Waitress/Bartender? It's the easiest job I actually get paid for and I need the cash.

Columnist? Writing this column is the most time-consuming, brain-cramping, angst-ridden thing I have ever LOVED doing. If only I could learn to do without sleep, there'd be plenty of time for all the categories. Unfortunately, something had to go.

On that note, I'm saying goodbye. I'm putting down my pen and retiring my mouse. Thanks for letting me rant this past year. It's been a great experience. See ya!

Davis responds to Hawkinson

I have read Chris Hawkinson's response to my Jan. 31 column. I found the letter well written and insightful in many ways.

Regarding your comments on the fact that money is the key question about the integrity of our political leaders: I agree that Americans these days seem to equate success with the amount of money in the bank and that the politicians equate success with the number ofwell-oiled special interest groups. Of course, I realize that money is the keystone to our national politics.

Why did I state the obvious? Same reason every major political commentator and news station are: it's apparent that the American people and politicians are selling their political franehise to the highest bidder in the special interest groups. Perhaps by stating the obviousenough times, the American people will finally rise up in disgust and demanded major political campaign reform.

Hawkinson has brought up another point in with which lam in total agreement-President

Clinton has stretched the truth to get elected. The president and Speaker Gingrich are two classic examples of how far a person and a political party are willing to go to get elected and retain power.

The last four paragraphs of Hawkinson's letter, however, I found disingenuous. To infer that I am ignorant of the extremely important place women play in polities today because I used the phrase "politics as usual, Boys" is to be extremely naive. I have found many of the women in elected office and federal service among the brightest and most politically astute people I know. I have worked side-by-side with them. I have been an advocate of the rights of all people throughout my career, often standing quite alone when stieh positions, particularly in the military, were not popular. I am a strict Constitutionalist who does not believe in special rules for special classes of people, but that all people, regardless of sex, race, religion, or ethnic background, have the right of equal treatment.

Fa se perceptions breed fear, hype

By Debbie Sailors

Animal mutilations. Child abuse. Church desecrations. Teen suicide. Human sacrifice.

These social tragedies are all part of the always-controversial and frightening satanic worship legend. Allegations against heavy metal music and fantasy video games also abound.

Public interest in satanism is irlcreasing.

Information about the occult and its followers is easily-accessible to the curious public-from the young, impressionable rock music fan to the concerned parent to the zealous cult cop.

Most of the accurate and substantiated information, however, indicates that nearly all animal mutilations are from other animals and most child abuse is at the hands of dysfunctional parents. Indeed, most of these persistent and bizarre rumors are almost entirely without foundation.

Although much of the hype surrounding satanic worship is groundless, the American public seems determined to perpetuate the myths. ·

The ramifications of this·sataruc· panic are far-reaching.· On the locaHevel,-OmahaMayor HalDaub ensured the frenzied sell-out of a recent Marilyn Manson concert

after issuing a televised. warning to parents about the band.

Well-known televangelists pteach the dangers of devil worship, in the process soliciting millions in cash contributions from viewers. Many accused of practicing satanism are victimized socially, economically and physically-regardless of the truth.

Perhaps most troubling, young people, with their inherent adole&cent search for identity, find satanism intriguing. Satanic beliefs vary from group to group, allowing interested teens to pick and choose satanic beliefs to suit their purposes, rationalizing violence, suicide and illegal activities.

In reality, on:ly a few organized satanic churches actually exist, with a combined membership of less than 2,0QO-in a colintry of more than a quarter billion. Their right to exist is guaranteed by the Constitution. In addition, the Church of Satan forbids murder, forbids child abuse and does not condone any type of animal mutilation.

In spite of the facts, the fear of satanism continues to grow. The· perception of satanism by the public and the fear it breeds may be far more dangerous than the practice of satanism by its followers. ·

Foreigners flock to Mardi Gras

By Chris Hawkinson

It could be the biggest street party in your -lifetime. Attendance is estimated by how much trash people leave on the streets. It's one of the most free-willed places in America, and the most crowded. The natives of New Orleans run from the festivities, but ; others flock to Mardi Gras.

Bourbon Street is the best party of all. People line the balconies tempting the packed crowd to bare it all for beaded necklaces. However, anxious harids and cameras await disclosure of reproductive organs, so un:less you want a Kodak moment of your

Poet Kloefkorn to read. at Peru State March 5

William .Kloefkorn, professor of English at Nebraska Wesleyan University, will read his works at the Benford Recital Hall March 5 at 7 p.m. The event is sponsored by the English Club and CAB.

.Kloefkorn is the author of several collections of poetry.

A n:umber of)aoefko1'!1-'s poems have also appeared in a variety of periodicals. The Nebraska Unicameral named him Nebraska Poet Laureate in fall of 1982.

Kloefkorn initiated the Poets-inthe-Schools program in Nebraska, serving as Master Poet for several years in Lincoln and other Nebraska communities.

He has given readings and has conducted workshops in a number of colleges and universities, including Universities of Arizona and South Dakota, Southwest State University in Minnesota, Northwest Missouri State, Wichita State, Drake University and others.

chest or more southern regions to step back to the curb or you may be viewed forever by people you get smacked in the face with a don't know, think twice. trombone. Kids tend to be the

Be prepared with $$$ to relieve most vicious; some will jump and your bodily or at least be grab the float itself, others will just prepared to con your way into line give puppy-dog eyes to get what with a sob story. You may have to they want. hover over the seat, and don't for- Parental discretion is suggested. get to stick a few napkins in your Lewd and indecent acts which pocket, or you may be air-drying. would make a movie X-rated pass Don't be fooled by beautiful on Bourbon Street with a smirk people promising free beer. You and possibly a cheer. still have to pay for the glass. The most important thing is to The parades start early and con- remember to have fun. To experitinue through the day. Anything ence the adventure for yourself, be imaginable is given out from dragging yourself through the floats, from extra-large tooth trenches on Bourbon street Feb. brushes to bikini underwear. Lis- 24, 1998. Remember, though, ten to those people asking you to don't try this at home.

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A KODAK MOMENT DEFINITELY presents itself as partiers hong out on the balconies on Bourbon Street. Mardi Gros starts 12 dovs ofter Christmas and continues until midnight on Ash Wednesday. Originally intended to be a dedication to things given up for Lent, this fiesta hos become a party anticipated world I wide. -photo by Chris Hawkinson I

Gabrielle Roy: • reat1on and Memory

By Doug Kerns

For Drs. Linda and Bill Clemente, the culmination of three years of writing and research came three weeks ago with the publication of their literary biography, "Gabrielle Roy: Creation and Memory."

The process began four years ago just after Bill received his Ph.D. Linda had written an article on the structure of a collection of Roy's short stories and was offered a chance to write on Roy for a Canadian biography series but turned the offer down. Bill had read Roy's autobiography and "loved it," and when found he would have time, he and Linda told the publishers they would write the book. And though the publishers had never had a collaborative biography in their series, they assented. Then two·

weeks later Bill was invited to interview here at PSC. Undaunted, 'Team Clemente' worked the next four summers on the biography, writing, researching and revising until its publication three weeks ago.

Roy (pronounced 'Wa') was a French-Canadian novelist whose works centered on Canada and its people. The first phase of her life in the Clemente biography begins before WWII when she moved to Europe to pursue an acting career, then returned home to Canada. The third phase of the biography tells of her travels all over Canada as the war rages in Europe, publishing over 100 newspaper columns, articles and short stories before beginning her career as a novelist.

Roy won two Canadian Governor General's awards and was one of the first female non-French

writers writing in French to win the Medaille Richelieu, an annual award in France for best novel. This was for her first book "The Tm Flute" (1945), by far her most financially and critically successful work. It is a 'traditional' realistic narrative of Montreal slum dwellers. The key to and the irony of the story, Bill said, is that though the subject of the novel is primarily the urban poor of SaintHenri (a district of Montreal), just about everyone in the narrative has a job because of the wartime economy.

After the success of "The Tin Flute" Roy traveled in Europe and attempted to write another novel in this realistic style but couldn't force herself to do it. "But those years were very formative for her to find her own style," said Clemente. It would take time and a return to Canada to enable her to publish another novel of realism, "The Cashier" (1954).

"She lost money. She refused to write what everybody expected from Gabrielle Roy, but she wrote what fit her best," Clemente said.

"Some have said that hers is a more feminine mode of exposition-the world is not chronological and meaning gathers force."

em Manitoba island as a schoolteacher, "She had to fight," Bill said, "not to be bored. She's not a primitivist and she is not against progress, but she is for looking at what price we pay for progress."

Dr. Clemente holds ' a copy of the booH 9f), Roy that he and his;, wife spent three years .•.

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Between these two books came the writer's personal favorite of all her works, "Where Nests the Water Hen." (1950) This book, following on the heels of the fantastic success of "The Tin Flute," was thought too revolutionary in form to fulfill publication obligations. It is a work in three sections that overlap chronologically and defies standard definition as a novel. "It's sort of an interlaced thematic collection," Clemente said.

After "The Cashier" she grew less interested in conforming to publisher's expectations and wrote wholly in her own. style.

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She continued in this independent vein through the many books and short stories she wrote before her death in 1983. Throughout her work she spoke uncondescendingly of Canada's misfortunate in an age of progress. "She lets the voiceless speak-she gives them their story," Clemente said.

Roy's ideology is hard to clas-

Everyone at PSC knows the lovable Dr. Bill, but many may not know his wife and co-author. Linda received her degree in French literature from McGill University and her Ph.D in Romance Languages from the University of Oregon. She currently teaches in the French Department at Ripon College in Ripon, WI. She will be speaking about Gabrielle Roy in Guadeloupe this summer. sify, but what is cer- .,,,....,...---·---------.,.-------.., tain is that she never saw situations in black and white. Her treatment of the city and the countryside exemplifies this ambivalence. "She always said the cities would be better if they became more countrified. But she doesn't paint [the country] as the pastoral ideal. [Her work] is about people, and the Canadian mosaic includes both the country and the city," explained Clemente. While in 1937 she lived a seemingly idyllic summer on a north-

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Bobcats end season .perfect at home, number one seed

By Jen Fro8schl

The Peru State men's basketball

, team has pounced all over teams that have come in their path this season, securing a 22-8 regular season record and a 16th place rating in the nation. This record puts in top seed of the Division II Independent Midwest Region, whieh in turn, gives them the honor of hosting the Midwest Region Independent playoff tournament.

The Bobcats, who are 14-0 on their home stomping ground, will debut in the tourney Friday at 7:30 against eighth seed Clarke. "It's a real advantage to play at home. We are used to playing here and do well here. Hopefully it will continue for three or more games/' said Coach Gibbs.

'The· Cats have won 11 df their last 12 games. Most recently, the team slid a victory past Kansas Wesleyan University (Salina), 6461;·thanks to a three-pointer at the buzzer by senior co-captain Torn

Riely. The Bobcats jumped off with an eight point lead, but progressively got into foul trouble, putting most of the starters on the, bench. The Coyotes then jumped quickly mto the second half with a seven point lead. "We fought back and ,got ahead by six or seven, but then started missing our free throws, and they started making theirs which tied it up near the end," said Coach Gibbs. But then.Riely took care of the rest, putting the icing on the cake.

'Tm real proud of our guys. They've played well down the stretch. Early on we did well but we've played tougher teams now at the end of our season."

In addition, senior Scott Daniel is ninth in the country in three point percentage,and the team is twelfth in the nation for team field goal percentage.

If the Bobcats win tonight they will play at 6 p.rn. on Saturday, and then the regional final game will be at 3 p.rn. on Sunday.

MEN'S REGIONAL TOURNAMENT @PERO STATE

lady Bobcats peaking at the right time according to coach Kreklau

By Greg Wolfe

The regular season has come to a close for the PSC women's basketball team. They finished the season off strong with a record of· 12-15.

Coach Tara Kreklau looked back and reflected on the regular season: "I'm very pleased with the progress the team made this year. Our record w.as a .little cl,isappointing, but With all the mjuries we had to overcome and th.e tough schedule we played; itwas,a posi.:. tive effort."

The Bobcats finished the last four games .of the season 22 with the losses coming to Midland Lutheran and Grandview College. "We put in position to win all four games, but Midland and Grandview got the job done at the end," said Kreklau.

Coach Kreklau is confident of the work the women have put in going into the regional tourna-

ment. "We are peaking right now and that's just where we wanted to be. Now we're heading into the playoffs and anything can happen," she said.

Overall, with the team healthy they have come together and become more confident in one another.

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(#8) Feb.28 8p.m. Feb.28 6p.m. Feb.28 3p.m.

(#7) Concordia St. Paul (MN)

A LUTHERAN DEFENDER makes an attempt to steal the ball from senior center Chris James. Peru State defeated lV\iC:Jland tutheran, ensuring a perfect regular season home record. - photo by Kim Olson

(#2) Cod• Rsd vs. (#7) Chuck's Kids

(#3) Dsck.,.s' Boys vs. (#6) R•fus• to loss

(#4) Whit• Trash vs. (#5) Tyrants

(#1) Your Tuition at Work (ly•)

(#2) Y-ng Gunnz vs.

(#7) Th• Bloodhound Gang

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PSC team takes second place Schick 3-on-3 tournament

A team of intramural basketball players from Peru State College traveled to Ames, IA to compete in the Schick Superhoops 3-on-3 basketball tournament.

The team included Jamie Stinson, junior; Jamie Cason, senior; Todd Liberty, junior and Intram.ural Director Dave Teske, compete'dintheregional tournament Saturday, Feb. 15 at Iowa State University.

Thirty-six teams competed in pool play during the morning for seeding into a single elimination tournament. Peru State lost their first game but finished with a 2-1 record.

In the single-elimination tournament, PSC defeated Iowa State, Mankato State, Nebraska and Wisconsin to advance to the championship game; wherein a team from Kansas University defeated Peru State to become the

Midwest Regional Champions. Cason said, "It was a fun day. The highlight was beating Nebraska in the quarterfinal round." The contest is an annual event with qualifying tournaments held at more than 600 colleges.nationwide.

"The guys represented Peru Stateverywell. It'sauniquecontest designed to let the players have fun playing basketball and other related ·games. Hopefully the enthusiasm of the players at this year's contest will help us get both a male and a female team to go next year," said Teske.

The Peru team received sweatshirts for their second place effort. The winners of the tournament received lined jackets. And Microsoft provided all the participants with a video basketball game for use on Wmdows '95.

Manifest Destiny switched from land to hockey

Who knows that the Calgary Flames won last pight putting them in the last playoff spot only pointsahead of Vancouver? Actually how many of you care?

That is what l thought. Does anyone care about hockey as much as Canadians do about their official national sport? Probably not. Yet, National Hockey League comm_isl!ioner Gary. Bettman thinks that there should be more hockey in the U.S. He feels the need to expand to more American cities to take advantage of more "untapped markets."

So, as if the recent loss of two Canadian based teams isn't bad enough, now there is not just talk of expansion, but also realignment. This realignment would consist of four American divisions and only one Canadian. The idea here is that Americans don't want to watch Canadian teams, and Commissioner Bettman wants to create rivalries between American teams. .,.

Well what about the rivalries that already exist-the classic .Montx:eal and Boston.Qr.'I'oronto. and Detroit series'? These would be lost if the planned realignment were to take place. Another queS'tion is, what are they going to call the new divisions? They have al-· ready changed the. division names from the unique Norris, Adams, Patrick and Smythe to the Americanized geographically named divisions and stripped the game of some of its tradition and heritage. And about the Americans not wanting to see Canadian teams play. where the heck do they think three-quarters of the entire league comes from? Certainly not the U.S. (Not that its the

Baseball team gets infusion of young talent

Sy Jen Froeschl

"Take me out to the ball game, take me out to the crowd " Remember this old song from one of America's favorite pastimes?· Well, get ready to belt it out, sports fans. The Peru State College baseball season is under way-that is, if the weather cooperates.

"Our main goal this season is to improve as the season progresses, realizing that the season is a process. If we improve every game, we'll be playing our best ball by the end of the season," said Coacl:t I Dave Teske who is entering his second year as head coach for the Bobcats.

After an 11-33 record last year, [ the Bobcats are fired up with the · return of senior pitcher Shawn Exner, who sat out last season due to elbow surgery. "The entire team is very anxious to get outside and play. Everybody has 1 been dedicated to concentrating on baseball year," Exner said. The Bobcats will be led by a

strong senior class of nine. Along with Exner are infielders Aaron Baumeert, Bryan Bott, Joe Gonyea and Duncan Patterson. Cleaning up the outfield will be Brian Childs, Chris Cook, Greg Wolfe and Steve Young.

Helping out from the mourid will be junior Deon Wingert, sophomore Kyle Beckner and freshman Lossen White.

New recruits expected to see early action include freshman catchers Mike Lavrenz and Tim Sealock, freshman infielder

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Brendan Raybourne and Canadian transfer, Jason Plotsky.

"We are ready to show other teams that we are going to be a team to be reckoned with going into the end of May," Exner concluded.

The 'Cats will go into action this weekend against Bethany College at Lindsborg (KS) on Saturday and they will "strut their stuff" Sunday in Marshall (MO) against Missouri Valley. The Bobcats will host their first home game March 8 against Hastings College.

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American's fault. Who wouldn't rather play beach volleyball or baseball when the weather here is so nice). ·

As for the "untapped markets," the proposed cities being talked about for expansion are Houston, Nashville and. Raleigh-Durham. Ya, let's put a few more teams someplace warmer. What about cities like Wmnipeg, Quebec City, Minneapolis and Milwaukee or someplace else where snow stays on the ground for more than a week? These are places where there is nothing better to do than sit inside by a warm fire on Saturday night and watch the game on TV. It is a lifestyle for the people of the north to embrace such a

game. Its more of a novelty for the warm blooded Americans. I can't wait to see what comes next. Make the playoffs longer? Sure, why not? There are going to be more teams now so they need to add more teams to the playoffs. Great. Like they aren't already long enough (as if people in Phoenix are going to want to head qown J9 .,the rink on a Saturday afternoon in June when it is 110. degrees and the Diamondbacks are in town). Now that I think of it, wouldn't that be nice a Stanley Cup (how long will this name last?) final with Florida and Phoenix. "The Ice Battle in the Sun". Isn't that oxymoronic stressing the moronic.

Even if the league realigns or expands to further U.S. markets, I will still love the game. I grew up watching Hockey Night in Canada on Saturdays. But when the Mexico City Aztecs join the league I may have to rethink my loyalties to the game.

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PSC Career Fair offers something for everyone

By Kim Miiiigan

It's the time of the season for-Career Fair!

The Live Oak room will be bustling Thurs. April 3 as students check out the displays of more than SO employers during PSC's 11th Annual Career Fair. The fair, held 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., is co-sponsored by PSC's Office of Cooperative Education and Career Services, Student Support Services and CAB.

AMANDA RIW AND LAURA KELSAY, members of the Frontier History class, view a display of the tt)pical late 19th century frontier bunkhouses of the African American soldiers, otherwise known as "Buffalo Soldiers," at the Fort Robinson State Historical Park on Feb. 21. The class listened to an hour long presentation by Tom Beucker, superintendent of the state park on the role African Americans played in the frontier army. In this speech, students learned that Native Americans gave African Americans the title of buffalo soldiers because their dark hair reminded the Native Americans of the hair between the horns of a buffalo. said Dr. Sara Crook, assista"nt professor of history/political science. -,photo provided by J>r. Sara Crook

Julia Perry, coordinator of Cooperative Education and Career Services, said that a wide variety of employers will be attending the event. She has worked closely with student coordinator Terri Shanks to ensure that the fair has something to offer students of all majors. Perry and Shanks encourage student attendees to dress professionally and to bring their resumes with them. Perry said her office will help students construct or update their resumes.

Employers won't be the only ones setting up displays in the Live Oak room. Perry and Shanks have also invited several graduate schools to attend; so far, 14 are confirmed, including the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Some schools are not able to attend the fair, Perry said, but will send course information, applications, and other pertinent information. Also, because the high school Quiz Bowl will be held that day, many PSC clubs and organizations will have information booths designed to attract new students to PSC. Perry and Shanks encourage all dubs to attend.

While the fair will certain! y benefit students about to graduate, Perry and Shanks emphasize that it is intended for all students, regardless of class rank. Many of the employers, including summer camps, special education programs, and amusement parks, have for summer jobs and internships.

Honors Class offers students key to unlock the world of art

By. Amber N. Schuetz

For most Peru State College students, a theatrical experience consists of renting "A Time to Kill" from Decker's. Place them amidst surround sound and a 35" console television and the stage is set. However, for the select individuals longing to expand their artistic horizons, satisfaction · has been sculptured through PSC's honors course, Making Sense: Art in the World.

According to

Dr. Daniel Cox, interim chair of education and psychology, the course was .designed nine years ago to "give students the tunity to see more than what's on television." Through extensive exploration of a wide variety of art, both in class and on field trips, stud e n t s gradually mold their cultural experiences into vivid impressions of art as it refates to the

Works exhibited at PSC Art Gallery

Artist Marjorie Mikasen's work will be on display in the art gallery located in the Jindra Fine Arts building from now until March 13.

Mikasen, an abstract, geometric pain,ter, was born in Chicago, and

illuminated in Minneapolis/St.

Paul. Mikasen received her B.A. in studio arts frgm the University of Minnesota in 1981. She has worked as an exhibiting artist in Denver, CO, and currently in Lincoln, NE.

Pig kissing· (no tongue) hits campus

Phi Beta Lambda (PBL), the business dub on campus, is bringing the students a contest called "Kiss the Pig."

For the "Kiss the Pig" contest

PBL members get professors, R.A.' s and coaches to put their names on a jar. Students or any one else can come put money into

which ever persons jar they want to. The contestant with the most money at the end of the week will have to "kiss a pig."

The jars will be in the cafeteria during March 4-7 fr!Jm 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the afternoons and from 5 p.m.-7p.m

world.

The course was founded by Cox and for the first three years, he and his wife funded it in memory of their grandmother, Francis Sjulin, a "patron of the arts." Cox. continued to organize the program until this year when he accepted the interim chair position for the education division. He expressed his genuine interest in the success of the program, stating, "It's centered on the student and is so experiential. For almost everyone who takes this class, everything is new and fun."

The course is currently being taught by Dr. Bonnie Fritz, assistant professor of education, whose interest and background in the arts and accommodating schedule, according to Cox, made her a "natural for it."

Various local organizations have generously provided discount prices to the student group enabling them to enjoy six field trips this semester. On Sunday, Feb. 9, the class journeyed to Omaha's Orpheum Theatre where they observed a live performance of the enchanting opera, "La Boheme." On Monday, Feb. 10, the students traveled to the Gold Coast section of Omaha to explore the treasure-filled mansion of Dr. Tom Kuhlman, a professor at Creigh.ton University.

The students also viewed an American ·Indian art exhibit by Sioux artist, Oscar Howe; at the Lied Center for the Pe!forming Arts. In addition, the group toured the orchestra and dressing rooms of the Orpheum Theatre to get a glistening glimpse of art be-

hind the scenes.

Future outings for the class include seeing the play "To Kill A Mockingbird," touring the Joslyn Museum and exploring the Bemis Center in Omaha.

Fritz commented, "I think this is an extremely valuable class to have in the curriculum because I feel that it is very important that as many Peru State College students as possible get exposed to the arts in the immediate area. As a result, I hope they will continue to go back again and again to the places I have taken them to for the first time. That should enrich their lives a great deal."

The course is offered each spring semester for honor students seeking to experience the true spectacle of art.

In reality, only a few organized satanic churches actually exist, with a combined membership of less than 2,000-in a country of more than a quarter billion ..

SENIOR CHRIS JAMES TANGLES with a Mt: Scenario plai;ier in the semifinal game of tournament held at· Peru State Feb. 28-March 2. The Bobcats have not lost at home in 21 straight games which includes a 17-0 mark this vear and the last four wins of the 1995-96 veaL -,-photo by Terry Dugan·

PSC sends another team to national competition

How would you like to spend a week in Nampa, Idaho? Sound appealing? Well, if you were playing for the national championship, you'd be ecstatic

The Peru State men's basketball team claimed a birth to the National Tournament, March 12-18, after winning the NAIA Division II Midwest Region Tournament March2.

The victory escalated their record to 17-0 at home and 25-8 for the season. 'Tm extremely proud of the team," said Coach John Gibbs, "They've gone 15-1 since Jan. 11."

Peru State dueled with second seed Northwestern (MN) for the championship title. The Eagles soared to an early 9-0 lead and led until 5:31 remained in the first half when the Cats took over after a lay-up by senior Greg Thompson, 26-25.

"Northwestern had watched the hyp previous games, so fu,ey knew to clog the inside," Gibbs said, "The whole tournament we didn't shoot the ball very well, which made the games closer."

The bucket by Thompson put the Bobcats on top for the rest of the game, but Northwestern didn't let them off the hook too easy. With 3:40 left to play, Northwestern came within four points, 79-75, forcing them to foul for possession. Fortunately, the Bobcats came through from the charity strip, making 16 of 20 in the second half, for a 91-84 championship victory.

Senior Lance Cohn lead the Bobcats with 25 points, seven assists and eight rebounds. Freshman Jermel Ward also added 18 points and senior Tom Riley had 12.

In semi-final action against Mt. Scenario, Ladysmith (WI), the Bobcats again started off slow and trailed 11-21with10 minutes left and then 26-37 at the half.

At the start of the second half Mr. Momentum changed his address, and the Bobcats took over.

"When we scored the first three buckets the crowd got into it and so did the kids [team]. I looked at the clock and said, 'We're going to win this,"' said Gibbs.

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Twenty-one vehicles vandalized in Delzell p,arking .lots March 11

By Krys Leeds

Tuesday, March 11, sometime between midnight and 9:30 a.m., 21 cars parked in the three designated Delzell lots were vandalized.

Though not the first random act of destruction this campus has seen, this incident appears to be the most extreme. "[Peru State] has never had anything like this happen, not this many [cars] all at once," said Erin Sayer, director of residence life.

Most of the cars· vandalized

were parked along the perimeter of the two north lots where buildings or banks provided refuge. Sayer believes the perpetrators were "coming with the intent to

March is Women's History Month

By

Kim Milligan

put a spotlight on, as well as the social conditions of women's

get as much as possible, as quickly as possible."

Spencer Duncan, resident assistant at Delzell, is outraged by the acts and by the malicious way in

which they were done. "If [whoever] didn't find what tli.ey wanted, they trashed the car."

Though several reported stereos, radar detectors and other electronic equipment stolen, Sean Mclaughlin, senior sports management major, did not have anything taken. "[It looked like somebody] just took a bat to the window and smashed all of the glass on the driver's side. They left the ·door open so my battery was dead; looked through my tapes, threw them everywhere."

Jared Knapp, freshman unde-

cided, is baffled. "I really don't understand why my windows were broken when I don't have a stereo, and nothing was taken."

Another victim, Andy Summers, freshman computer science major, did not have anything removed from his car either. "It's as if they were going along, busting windows to bust windows."

Some Delzell residents are blaming lack of security. "We're paying to park in those lots. We get a ticket if we don't, and if we do park there, [our cars] get broken

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# 13) PERO STATE AT NATIONALS

Acknowledging women's often

Are you one of those people who lives." Think Joan of Arc, Queen thinks that "history" means the I;:lizabeth and Susan B. Anthony study .of militaries and presidents to name a few. exclusively?

While these male-oriented areas overlooked historical contribuare worthy of study, so are the tions adds depth al1d breadth to varied ways .in which wome:i:i ·, the,studyofJ:iistory. For•exainple; have helped shape the past. Davis noted that what we know Womer(s Histoi:y Month concen- of frontier history has trates people's attention on the allybeen toldexcluSive1y by male other half of humanity, whose en- voices,--not much was said about ergy has traditionally been ex- women; Davis said that now we pended behind the scenes, hold- know that many frontier women ing family and home together. It left diaries, enabling historians to is also a recognition of women's historical contributions in.the con- on the frontier. · text of the male-dominated sod- Davis said that the more one eties in which they lived. becomes ·aware of women'k part Dr; Spencer Davis, associate pro- /in shaping our past, the more. one of history, said, "Women's will find. "To go searching," "-has been a search for in- Davis said, "is better than thirik'1.troversial women to ing there's nothing there to find."

1st Round College of the Ozarks (MO)

2nd Round vs. winner of Hudson (ME) and (#4 ) Pacific (OR)

Two wins puts PSC in quarterfinals Saturday at 6 p.m.

''[Peru State] has never had anything like this happen, not this many [cars] all at once"

- Erin Sayer, director of residence life

Alumni game set for April 11

With the Peru State College 1996 football team finishing with a 7-3 record and a top 25 rankii:tg, excitement. is high for the start:cif spring football. The spril;lg highlight will be a football alumni weekend, including an alumni vs. varsity football game.

On April 11-12, the Campus of a Thousand Oaks will be the setting for an eventful weekend for all former Bobcat football players. All e:vents Will lead to the game Saturday afterno_on at 2 p.m But you don't have to be a participant in the game to enjoy .the festivities. A Kick and Punt contest is planned for half-time for those who want to erijoy the game from the bleachers.

Athletic Director Lori Kildal is excited about the event. "This is - a: great opportunity for alumni to come back and rekindle friend-_ ships," she said, "This is also an opportune-time tov1ew the campus and rub shoulders with the· v:arsity team and coaches." Itineraries and registration forms have been sent to nearly everyone who has played football for Peru_ State. Anyone who has played football for the Bobcats and has not registratiqnform is asked to call Lori Kildal or Chris Erickson.at (402) 872-2350. Registration forms must be returned to Peru State by March 28 in order to participate in the activities.

YMCA

Summer camp opportunity

YMCA Camp Kitake, Seeks applications for the following positions:

-Counselors

-Wranglers

·Lifeguards -·

-waterfront_ Directors

-Assistant Cook

·Adventure Trail Guides

-Crafts lnstructiors

-Nature Director

-Archery & Riflery

-Steward

For an application write to: YMCA Camp ·.Kitaki 216 N 11th St. Suite 301 Lincoln, NE 68508 Phone: (402) 434-9225

· My legislative proposals for this session are designed to benefit ALL Nebraskans, including students at Nebraska colleges and universities. Here's how: My CUT BACK, GIVE BACK plan to cut taxes is key to economic_ development and to the future of Nebraska-a future in which you :will play an increasingly larger role.

W:e. are al::ile to provide 9.1:1.ality education, quality services AND tax relief because the Nebraska economy is strong. Projections show we will have a surplus of more than $200 million by the 1997-99 biennium. I believe strongly that we must not use that surplus for new spending, but return it to the taxpayers.

About 350,000 Nebraskans, including many. of your parents, would be eligible for_ the ResidentHomeowners Property Tax Credit of $160 a year. And everyone who takes home a paycheck will be eligible for the Economic Growth Income Tax Reduction, an across the board income tax cut of 5.5 percent for the average Nebraskan. That may mean less money taken out of you paycheck and a bigger income tax refund.

These tax cuts will keep us com-

petitive with our neighboring states and the rest of the country. That means an even better economy and more opportunities for Nebraska graduates right here at home.

We hope to turn our "brain drain" into a "brain gain" here in Nebraska, and I believe my proposal for a Quality Workforce Academic Grant Program is an important step. This program would provide $2 million in grants every year to_Nebraska students who choose fo live and work in Nebraska after· graduation. We are willing to make this investment because we want our best and brightest to stay in their home state and be part of its future.

A third proposal with direct benefits to those in higher education is the Information Science, Technology and Engineering Institute. This "university without walls" would give students across Nebraska the state-of-the-art training needed for the jobs of tomorrow.

I hope college and university students statewide will support these important proposals. A phone call or letter to your state senator will send them an important message-that the future leaders of our state want a role in building a stronger Nebraska.

THE WINNERS .OF THE_ SILAS SUMMERS writing. contest ore shown above with English Club sponsor Dr. Anthony.McCrann (right) and assistant sponsor Dr. Bill Clemente (lelt). (From lelt) Juliane Lee won second place in poetry·cind short story; Kim Miligan received first prize in the essay category; Darin Vandersteen tied for third prize in poetry; and Terry Dugan received first place in short story. Winners not pictured ore Angie Hunzeker, first place in poetry; Aaron Shigley, tied for third in poetry; and Kimberly Schnitzer. second place in essay. -photo by Joy Hub.r

- Alicia Miller sophomore elementary education major

8y Gov. Sen Nelson

Cloning no reason for hysteria

Cloning no reason for hysteria

Recently, geneticists have for the first time successfully cloned mammals, first a sheep in Scotland and subsequently a Rhesus monkey in the United States. These developments again bring the dangers of genetic research to the front of the public imagination. WJ:lat seems to worry people most is that there is now a very real possibility thathumans can be cloned, and that scientists, unconcerned with ethics or consequences, will begin testing of human subjects. This concern may arise from the fact that, while the public immediately expressed its fears following the news, geneticists were more excited than ever.

Cloning and genetic research open up endless possibilities for the betterment of all our lives, in ways we can't even guess at this time. Advancements in understanding the building-blocks of life are a key step in knowing ourselves and our universe.

But progress is a two-edged sword, as jt has always been, and man always seems to misuse discoveries that have the potential for.so much good. Yet fear of progress is not a wise alternative.

Put in its proper perspective, the dangers of cloning seem to pale next to those of nuclear, biological and chemical manufacturing and industrial waste. The key to safe scientific progress is to stay informed and make rational judgments about such new and exciting discoveries.

Skeptics aren't bad: just misunderstood

If you believe that aliens are vis- · iting Earth, if you have no doubt that TV shows like the "X-Files," "Sightings," and "Unsolved :tylysteries" are based on scientific facts, or if you believe that a secret.conspiracy really controls the world, read on.

Because even if you're right (you're not), chances are your path to this belief was too easy to be reliable. But who has time to constantly be reevaluating their beliefs?

The way out? Become a skeptic. You get every Sunday off, plus you get to sneer superciliously at foolish notions every day of the week!

I haven't any illusions that this column will change anyone's mind, yet I am compelled. In horse-and-buggy days perhaps we were safe living in logical lala-land, but now in our so-called information age we can't afford ignorance when WI? have to rely on quick decisions by an informed

Crimes commited with guns should bring harsher penalties

"A well regulated Militia being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed." The Second Amendment has caused more controversy in Congress and across the United States than any other part of the Constitution.

When this was written over 200 years ago it was deemed necessary by the government, who had a real fear the English might still try to take the colonies back. Since the army was reduced to a token force, the people believed they needed their flintlock smoothbore muskets and rifles to protect themselves from foreign invaders.

Well I don't think we are in any danger of being invaded by England any time soon. I also don't believe it was the intent of our Founding Fathers to include armor piercing bullets, AK47s, MAC-lOs, etc. etc. under the proteCtion of the Second Amendment.

Today we have groups that

don't want any.gun laws and others that want massive gun control, but the real problem is criminals that could care less one way-or the other what the law is. If they can't buy guns legally then they use one of many illegal means.

Are these guns flintlock muskets? Nope, the gangs are better armed than the police. Just take a look at what happened in L.A.

Three punks, armed with AK47s and wearing body armor, shot 11 policemen. The police had to break into a gun shop to get the firepower needed to fight the criminals. Something is very wrong with this picture.

I agree with the National Rifle Association that people kill people, gun's don't kil{people. At

the same. time I find it ridiculous that we keep addiJ:!g more laws and more laws to create a legal quagmire.in gun control.

The problem can be solved very simply:

1) Include any military style weapons whether pistol or rifle under the Federal Arms Licensing Act (the one for those people who collect machine guns and military hardware);

2) Mandatory national records searches for anybody buying any weapon;

3) The death penalty for anyone using a weapon in the commission of any crime. I believe making the laws strict and· stringent with deadly results will help get guns off the streets. Plus it does not infringe on anyone's Second Amendment rights.

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Unfortunately, we seem to be paranoid and naive·as ever as we bumble brainlessly into a new century. No aliens captured, no all-powerful conspiracy disclosed, no paranormal power proven, yet thousands of Americans believe these things are real. I myself would love it if aliens, allied with Jews, Blacks, and white mice, dropped in to clean this place up, but I doubt it will happen.

Just how do I know? Well, I don't, and that's the whole idea behind skepticism. When I consider whether or not something is true, I first consider how I feel about the subject before forming

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any conclusion. When my feelings are strong, I work doubly hard to remain objective and to base conclusions on the best available evidence, even if it is not what I wanted or expected to find.

Don't be disheartened, true believers, On:ce, everyone in ·the world believed our planet was the center of the solar system, so it's not as if we're the original blockheads. But every gadget and gigamadoozle we now possess is the result of people shaking their heads skeptically at established · beliefs. In .a universe of danger and discovery, ignorance is death.

Skepticism: Don't 1eave Earth without it.

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from a black sheep from which the "\;. DNA has been removed. After an 1.. ! electric jump start, the egg divides. ','·-.,, q·----;\. \ The black sheep will then give birth )f''; to the clone of the white sheep. ..,.:),,; Ji,.!:

Students voice concerns about safety

We write you this letter on be- Or are we, as students and faculty, half of several students who were going to stand up to these thieves victimized the morning of Feb, 20. and stop them from violating our Over the semester, many cars security and personal property? have been broken into at the Cen- This letter did not arise because tennial Complex in both the we became victims of vandalism; paved and gravel parking lots however, it does reflect the con(not excluding Morgan and cerns expressed by past victims, Delzell). This increased level of some of whom i;emain frightened vandalism raises coric:er:ns about for the future. We want nothing campus·security and the ri.eed to more than to feel safe on our own increase the number of men in the campus. security department. Numerous A few students have stated that students have voiced their con- they would not mind paying excem and some possible solutions tra to help prevent this from hapabout their security and their be- pening in the future. Most stulongings. dents feel that at least one addivoice fol!o'\\'.ing i;:E>J;lC!'!qlS: tional security person should be

1) the lack of security after 2 a.m. hired to help ensure that students

2) The several poorly lit areas areprotected24h0ursaday. Also, around the campus, especially in additional lighting would help, as all parking lots. will maintaining the lights already

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We feel very strongly that some installed on campus, sort of action should be taken to In conclusion, we would apprehelp reduce, if not completely date a reply from the appropriate t;!liminate, these pro]?lems. ·administration, such as President : We certainly do not criticiZe-any · 'Burns, Drreetor of Residence Life of the security personnel we al- Erin Sayer, and/or security per:ready have; · However,·ihis ind-· sonnel.· ·. dent is the second-major one.that : Thank you in advance for all has taken place in just under a youreffortsincorrectingthissituyear,. And one such incident oc- ation. curred last year (1995-1996). Are we going fo just sit by and let this keep happening more every year?

Carin R. Nannen Dawna M. Peter

Twenty-one vehicles vandalized in Delzell parking lots March 11

Continued from page 1 into," said Nick Schuller, freshman undecided.

"Everybody knows security gets off at 2 a.m.," said Ryan Hogue, sophomore social science/history education major.

After Tuesday's incident, Dr.

Daryll Hersemann, vice president of student affairs, along with Sayer, and Todd Jensen, resident director at Delzell, made a proposal to increase the hours of security. However, Hersemann does not believe this .will completely eliminate the problem. "Even with an officer on campus, if he is out at the complex, someone might break into a car down at Delzell."

Therefore, Hersemann would like to work with the residence life staff to establish a"neighborhood

watch-type" program. Sayer suggests that residents should not leave CDs, radar detectors and so forth, in their cars out in plain sight. "Do what you would do in a big city; implement the same precautions."

Duncan feels this is unfortunate.

"It is infuriating. We came to Peru to get away from some of the crime in bigger cities."

Jensen said that forms are available from Delzell staff to record the serial numbers of students' electronic equipment in order to make it easier to trace. He would also recommend etching your name into the cases of yout CDs-makfug them easier to identify.

"Because we are in Peru, we get lulled into thinking things like this won't happen, and we drop our crime prevention tactics," said Sayer.

Students are kickin' it with martial arts

By, Joy Huber

When Cheryl Fryer, instructor of music, shouts, "Charyut chung yae," she is certainly not speaking to her banddass. Instead, Fryer is beginning one of her Tae Kwon Do.classes.

For those of us not fluent in Korean, "Charyut chung yae" simply means, "Getready, bow." The name of academy is Sun Yi's Academy of Tae Kwon Do. She teaches classes on Tuesday nights in Nebraska City at the Memorial Center and at Peru City Hall on Wednesday nights. The classes begin at 6:30 p.m. and run about one and one-half hours.

Fryer's Nebraska City class has about 50 students, ranging from ages 6 to 50. The Peru class has around 15 students, bringing the total enrollment to more than 60 people. Because the Peru class is "geared to the college student," no one under the age of 16 is allowed to enroll.

The Nebraska City class goes year-round, but the Peru class

lasts for fifteen weeks, or one semester. The cost of the Peru class is $50 per semester plus the cost of the dobok, which is the required white martial arts uniform. The classes are open to anyone who would like to stop and visit a class. Fryer says many come and visit the Nebraska City class, According to Fryer, "Everybody learns from everybody. The martial arts don't separate." This is why the different belt ranks are not segrated into different classes. One begins as a white belt. Then as he or she is tested, the student progresses through the two levels of orange, two levels of green, two levels of blue, three levels of brown, and, finally, the nine levels of black. Fryer is currently a fourth degree black belt - Junior Master.

Fryer has been a Tae Kwon Do instructor for six years, but she has been studying the art for 14 years. She stressed that the students lay a foundation and add to it as they progress through the skill levels. She said, "One can only build a

skill through repetition."

Class activities include blocking, punching, kicking and striking. Each belt level has a separate "form" and a portion of the class is devoted to form practice. The students also practice one-step sparring, free-sparring and board breaking. In one-step sparring, participants learn self-defense moves with a partner. In freesparring, students practice noncontact "fighting." Free-sparring begins at the orange belt rank. Board breaking is used for testing at the brown belt level and above and for demonstrations.

John Cash, senior math/secondary education, is currently a high brown belt and will test for his black belt in April. Cash said he "intends to pursue martial arts for the rest of his life." T.J. Boller, senior secondary education/biology and chemistry and a low blue belt, said thatTae Kwon Do is the "best stress reliever I have ever found. You learn control and that is something a lot of people need to learn."

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CLOPTON: GUY' TO.THE WORLD

Jy Debbie Sailors

"Yeah; Tm the beetle guy."

So states Dr. Richard Clopton, issistant professor of biology. \nd he is indeed the beetle guy. \t 32, he is the world's foremost mthority on the world's most di'erse group of organisms-gre;arines. Gregarines are; iuite simply, parasites hat live in the bellies of >eet!.es. This, according o Dr. John Janovy, Uni'er$ity .of Nebraska ,arasitology professor .nd well-known author lf s.everal books on 1ature's biological woniers.

known ·as Dunwoody Pond, next to Nevens pasture, near Ogallala.

· Janovy commented, "I wanted to pay tribute to some of my students-young people who have selected intellectual challenges as their life's work."

Clopton's biological studies are chronicled in a chapter of the vorking for his doctoral iegree at UNL, under he guidance of Janovy, ::lopton's mentor and 'intellectual father."

presented to Clopton-the domestication of these beetles or, more to the poiri.t, the breeding of Herkimers in captivity in order to more efficiently study"the parasites that live inside them-'-was of long standing within the parasitological community.

In Dunwoody Pond, Janovy turns Clopton's pursuit of captive ·beetle reproduction into a pageturner, leading readers almost effortlessly through the discussions of Eleodes suturalis, Tenebrio molitor, Stylocephalus and others. But don't let the Latin frighten you. Janovy handles the subject matter with such deftness and skill, even non-scientists will enjoy the read.

According to Clopton, though, He contacted J anovy, hoping to something even more important find a place in Janovy's doctoral occurred during his time working program. at Dunwoody Pond. "I learned Janovy responded, "We don't most of what I know about being have any money. We don't have a scientist from the process that any physical space. We do have culminated in the domestication plenty of intellectual room, if you of gregarines," he states. want to come." Clopton came. As one might expect, Janovy and And the rest, as they say, is hisClopton have remained close. tory. After all, they've known each Janovy's ambitious young stuother for nearly 15 years. Clopton dent has become a thoughtful and was a freshman zoology student inspirational scientist and teacher. and Janovy, a veteran instructor, He has continued his work with when C1opton took it upon him- parasites. He has written and had self to replace the poor quality published research papers and collection of insect specimens that technical literature, andhas docuwere being used to instruet the >mented' tJ:litexistente' 20 class--the entire collection. new parasite species over the last

Janovy's most recent 'elease, Dunwoody Pond, 'Xplores a subject most >assionate to him: the nolding of young scienific minds. And, in the !arly 1990's, Rich .::lopton was precisely hat-a young scientist

Dunwoody Pond prorides a glimpse of the

Gregarines are parasites found in the bellies of beetles. The above newly discov- · ered type of gregarine was discovered within a little green beetle inhabiting the banks of the Missouri River near Peru.

!arly experiences of some of anovy's most successful students is they study the insects, worms, rogs and one-celled animals that .1habit a small Nebraska pond, ;pecifically, a small farm pond

book, entitled, "Darklings."

Darklings refers to a particular type ofbeetle, affectionately nicknamed the "Herkimer," that is especially known for its love of dark, moist places. The problem

Did Clopton solve the dilemna that had, according to Janovy, "baffled science for a century and a half?" Yes, and it was the stuff that major scientific reputations are made of. Clopton, establishing himself as the world's expert on gregarines, found himself sought after by some of the world's leading scientists in the field of parasitology.

In fact, Clopton' s predecessor as the expert on gregarines, upon his retirement, invited Clopton to the University of Paris, offering him a lifetime of material for scientific research. Needless to say, Clopton, then a struggling doctoral student, "VISA-ed" his way to Paris, returning with nearly 200 pounds of papers, specimens, files and books. ·

Every semester, Janovy's stu- five years. dents hear the story of one student As a professor at PSC, he has who decided, on his own, that in- "set the bar higher" and had "a structional materials were inad- major impact," according to equate and set about correcting Aaron McCormick, senior biologithe problem. After over 30 years cal science and wildlife ecology in the college professor business, major, who is also a lab assistant Janovy states, "So far only one to Clopton. McCormick points [student] has stepped forward to out that Clopton "helped open up lay his talents on the line for those my niche in biology." Like Janovy he knew would come after him." before him, Clopton is shaping

At UN-LClopton pursued his young scientific minds-students entomological studies, receiving here at PSC. his bachelor's and master's de- Janovy states in Dunwoody Pond, grees in entomology. In 1989, he "I get the sense that Heaven to went to Colorado State to work Rich is an August morning, a towards his doctorate in molecu- pickup truck, Nevens pasture, a lar genetics, with the incentive of flat horizon and a gallon plastic a fellowship and an assistantship. full of darkling beetles."

After a short time, though, So where will "the beetle guy" Clopton discovered he "felt more be this summer? Back on like Betty Crocker than Charles Dunwoody Pond, helping to creDarwin," and left the program. ate young scientists.

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PSC sends another team to. national competition

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Gibbs's prophecy was correct and with 14:50 left in the game, Cohn made four consecutive shots giving the Cats a 44-42 lead with 13:21 remaining.

A key factor in the victory included the Cats outscoring the Fighting Saints 54-37 in the second half. The Bobcats also committed 20 fouls as compared to 35 made by Mt. Scenario. Peru was able to sink 37 of 54 free throw shots.

· Ward, Riley ahd Cohh again led the Cats in shooting with 24, 14 and 11 points respectively.

In the quarterfinal game, Peru faced eighth seed Clark College (IA). Clarke'.s season record of 222 was somewhat deceiving. "They were a team who had played .and lost a Jot of dose games,'.' Cibbs said/They played us loose with nothing to lose."

·The BobcatsJed by only three at the half, 37-34. They then outscored the Crusaders 40-33 in the second half for the 10 point victory.

'' · do1;1ble figures for the Cats. 5enior Chris James had 19, Ward had 15, Riley

put in 13, Cohh added 12 and senior Lawrence Hollier had 11. Two blocked shots by Hollier in the game sealed the school record for him. The blocked shot record was previously held by Kip Aµisoh who played from 1979-83. Hollier has 61 blocked shots to Senior co-captain Scott Daniell summed up the secret to the team's success, "Our team morale is awesome. Even though we haven't been shooting well, we're still playing together. When everything clicks, look out."

The last time Peru qualified for national· competition was the 1992-93 season. That ·year, the Bobcats ended the season fifth in the national rankings; and they advanced to the ·quarterfinals of the national tournament, derailed by William Jewell. ·

GIBBS NAMED INDEPENDENT REGION COACH OF THE YEAR

After their 91-84 win over Northwestern, Coach Gil:>bs was given the title of Midwest Independent Region Coach of the Year. Gibbs.has coached at Peru $tate for l6years,- and irl't:hat span, has amassed a 240-245 record.

Women's basketball comes to an end in the Region semifinals against Briar Cliff

By Greg Wolfe

added Kreklau. "It was disap- that put them each in the top 20 pointing to lose, but the coaching in one or more individual catego-

The PSC women's basketball staff and the team gave their best ries. "Both Jill and Angie had outseason has come to a close. It fin- effort and felt good about our per- standing careers at Peru State," ished with.a loss to Briar Cliff in formance." said Kreklau, "I had an opportuthe Midwest Region semi-finals A loss to such a highly ranked nity to coach both of them for c85'-63, "We played very hard and team has left the returning play- three years. Each of them were -ver;y well," said coach Tara ers with an upbeat feeling. "Now solid workers both on and off the

"The final score was not we know that we can play with court. and I haven't coached any indicative of how close the game them and have something to look other player who has worked as was." The Lady Cats went into forward to next season," con- hard as either of them. I just hope halftime trailing by three before eluded Kreklau. that some of their work ethic rubs losing. to the eventual champion As the season came to an end, off on some of the returning playBriar Cliff who improved to 35-0. so did the careers of two Peru se- ers."

"Wejustranintoaverygoodteam niors. Angie Hubach and Jill Student Assistant Brian with a legitimate shot at winning Shulte both finish their careers at Woebeke also commented on the the national championship," Peru with impressive overall stats loss of the two seniors. "Jill has

Softball season starts, splits in Salina

By.Matt Mc;xweU

It's that time of year again.

Spring is in the air. The Cubs are being beaten unmercifully in Florida, and the Peru State softball squad is geared up for another strong season.

Last year, the Laciy B_obcats their way fo a record: ' ' · ·

k.1 inflilxof ta!ent lo9,ks, to add depth to this year's team as ten freshmen, join the club. · They team up with a small nucleus ofexperience. Senior , shortstop Kerry Brandfand senioi'

return to anchor the team. The Lady Cats also get some needed experience from juniors Erin Mahlberg and Steph Hornug, and sophomore Krissy Tatum. kicked off their season last week in Salina KS, winning twice and losing .three. Kerry adcied anothe.r, school record to her. growing list. After seven hits lasf weekend, .Brandt f>e.c:airie the _all-time psc .hits leader.

Head Coach Mark Mathews· said of his team's effort, "We played better than I had anticipated: We hadn't been able to ractice outside much and have

so many new players."

P-State won their first two outings, but fell victim to fatigue after playing four games in a row.

Mathews was pleased by the way the ladies competed and commented that he feels this year's group has the potential to be a :very good team,

This weekend the softballers again travel to Salina to compete in the 14 team Pack Attack Tournament. From there they move on to Sterling College Monday, Kansas Neumann Tuesday, and a tournament hosted by Hastings College the following weekend.

been the emotional leader for the team and it has been a pleasure watching her pump the team up."

As for Angie Hubach he said,

"I've been privileged to see one of the all around best women's basketball players in Peru's history. It has been fun watching her bring everyone up to a higher level of play with her intensity. We'll all miss her, but I won't miss the elbows l got in practice."

Hubach also commented on her four year career at PSC. ''I'll really miss my teammates. We were rec ally close and I've made a lot of new friends." When asked about

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what she remembers over thE years she said, "Probably playing Briar Cliff so close. We put a real scare into them." Another thing that she will always remember was "finishing second in careei rebounding. People told me I was too short and would never be abl12 to play inside in college basketball. So that is what I am mos! proud of." Her remark to summarize her career here was, "It was fun."

Both Jill and Angie are both on schedule to graduate in May with their degrees. Safe

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SENIOR SCOTT DRNIEll DRIVES the lane to put a shot up and in at the region tournament. The Bobcats hove lost only one game since Jon. 11 -photo by Terry Dugan

Bobcats win Four games two days at home

JIGHT: FRESHMAN PITCHER LANCE KURZ and senior pitcher .hawn Exner (right) congratulate senior center fielder Steve Young· fl his rocket throw to home plate which saved the Bobcats a run ,gainst Hastings College. The throw helped Peru State hold lastings to just one run in the 4- l win.

IOTTOM: SENIOR OUTFIELDER CHRIS COOK slides safely into lird base a passed boll. Cook would later score and as one of the Bobcats eight runs in the 8-6 win over Hastings i the second half of the doubleheader.

By Terry Dugan

For the first time since game one of the 1994-95 season, Peru State's baseball team sports a winning record, 5-4.

PSC swept a pair of doubleheaders March 8 and 9 defeating Hastings and Benedictine.

In game one, which due to field conditions was played in Auburn, the Bobcats gave senior pitcher Deon Wingert four runs to work with. That cushion proved to be more than enough as Peru State beat Hastings 4cL Hastings put runners on second and third in the final inning with only one out. Freshman Lance Kurz entered the game in relief of Wingert, and Kurz was able to get his first batter to fly out-the runner at third went home to score.

Before pitching to the next batter, Kurz threw the ball to Brendan

Raybourn at third. Raybourn touched the bag, and the umpire called the Hastings player out for leaving the base before the outfielder caught the ball.

In game two, the Bobcats took another early lead and were able to hold onto it despite a late Bronco comeback winning the game 8-6.

"Our seniors have really stepped it up this year," said Head Coach Dave Teske. "They're letting their work ethic speak for themselves."

Against Benedictine,• senior pitcher Shawn Exner made his second appearance of the year. "Having Exner back on the mound after elbow surgery has given this team a lift," said Teske. After falling behind in the third, Peru State came storming back to win the game 8-4:

In game two, tied at five with

two outs in the bottom of the seventh, senior shortstop Joe Gonyea stole home giving the Bobcats a 65 victory.

"Our guys showed a lot a mental and physical toughness to win the last four games in a nine-game stretch," said Teske. "They know they've worked harder than anyone else in a baseball uniform."

In Auburn, Teske commended not only the good crowds on both days but also those in charge of the Legion ball field.

"Wes Ebeler, Gayle Searcey and Je:rr.y. Lefever backwards for us this last weekend-offered us anything they could get us. They do a really great job out there," said Teske.

For spring break, the Bobcats go on a southern road. trip thro.ugh Oklahoma and Texas to play 10 games in six days

l>unnigan gives -lesson in basketball, longevity

Ordinarily in this column I try o focus on national sports issues. >ometimes, however, a story unolds right under your nose that s so real, so heartwarming, so in:piring that it cannot be ignored.

I remember feeling warm as a ittle kid as I watched Kareem

At the age of forty te sent his still-unstoppable :kyhook floating through the net 1t the Great Western Forum again md again. I got that same warm ·eeling in my tummy this winter m the floor of our own Al Nheeler Center as I watched the !Ider statesman of intramural bascetball, Dave Durmigan, become m All-Star at the age of 44.

I got the chance this week to ;pend a few minutes with the )ean of Peru State Intramurals md talk hoops. Durmigan is no ;tranger to roundball, having Congratulations to

the 1997 intramural basketball

played in the second annual Nebraska High School All-Star Game in 1970. He says that basketball has always been fun for him. Mr. "b" also played some Basketball in college, but according to him his college career "was so long ago I can't remember."

Nonetheless, the intramurals Western Conference All-Star and Over 30 and Over 40 divisions' MVP says he is still very interested in basketball. According to Dunnigan, his success on the court at the age of 44 is accredited to things ignored by younger players today. He says that today players do not concentrate on fundamentals the way they should.

"I think knowing,just knowing, the game is as important as anything," Dunnigan said. "Kids don't work for position anymore, and you don't see kids skilled at

things like the "pick-and-roll" and Today everyone is concerned with two shots that we didn't even have-the three point shot and the dunk." Mr. "D" added that current teams would be better if they worked harder for jump shots from ten feet and in instead of shooting three pointer after three pointer.

The fundamentals he speaks of are evident in "Durmigan's game.

"He's a good player," fellow intramural competitor Ray Douglass said of Durmigan. "You

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can tell that he had skills in his day. His fundamentals are still good and you can't stop that hook."

Despite a deadly jump-hook (he's a man after my own heart), Mr. "D" contends his best asset lies under his jersey.

"You see, its this big stomach. It takes up so much room down there on the baseline."

I tend to think that it is a combination of the way he concentrates on the basics 'of basketball ari.d his love of the game-rather than his

round belly-that lets the "Chief* of Peru" still play with success. Mr. Durmigan is not only a beacon of longevity, but also proof that when sports are played the way they should be-hard, but at the same time smiling and having fun-they are a joy to watch. And the level at which they are played doesn't matter.

Mr. Durmigan, when he is not dominating the paint at the AWAC, is an Assistant Professor of Physical Education.

"It is just fun to get out there and run up and down the floor," Dunnigan said. "I was just blessed to be pretty good at something I liked at one time."

*NOTE: Mr. "D" is quick to point out that .there is still an active NBA player to his age. He and Robert Parish went to different high schools together.

-photos by Terry Dugan

"East and Westside Connection"

Dance troupe gives great performance

Thursday Feb. 27 brought the Elisa Monte Dance. Troupe to the Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln. Elisa· Monte and David Brown started the troupe in 1981 and have been turning out fantastic performances ever since. The main performance this time was "Feu Follet," a Cajun love story.

The first part of the dance was, well, very erotic and sensual. Three dancers in constant contact, struggling between the right and wrong choices. The next section brought about a slower, less sexual experience and a stronger sense of ballet moves and dancing skills.

The next two sections can only

be described as controlled chaos. Seven dancers, three males and four females, moving across the stage with glorious jumps and bounds. They appeared out of control, but after several minutes of repeated activity the choreography shined through.

The costumes were minimal shards of clothing, but they helped emphasize the dancers.

Odd things you might hear on St. Patty's Daly

"I've got this neat shamrock ta too on my rear end. It's gotten bigger since I gained that 100 pounds, though. Would you like to sec it?"

*SMACK* "I swear .it was a leprechaun!"

"If that's the Blarney Stone, then what the hell is this!"

"That's why I like playing quarters on St. Patrick's Day; even though you have to drink, it's like finding a pot of gold at the end of your glass."

The lighting created a mood that flowed with the love story. No words were needed to express the story. The music aided in the emotional flow of the dancers, but never became overpowering. Any chance to see this troupe would be well rewarded with a delightful performance by one of the best modem dances troupes in the nation.

"HEY! What did you pinch me for, I'm Irish! Just because my name is Mochzeski doesn't mean my mother wasn't Irish Okay, just because my mother was Polish doesn't mean I'm not Irish either!"

"St. Patrick? Wasn't he the guy who gave all the snakes beer, hence saving Ireland. You didn't know that! Man, you're stupid."

"I don't remember any green beer at this party, and now that you mention it, it does taste a little weird."

Warning to bullies: nobody calls me 'poopy head 1

I now know that I hate every kid named Paul.

Let me back up. I really like kindergarten for one reason-Jenny (I think I already talked about her). It's time for our milk break, and Jenny and I have our usual di:;cussion about things our parents saw on the news last night.

She drank her skim milk which dribbled down her face onto her blouse. She always opens the wrong end of the milk carton. I know she's not a bright girl but C'mon! Every day?

We happened to be talking about this cloning thing. I felt it was another example of science having no regard for what their creations could do to society; she felt advancements like this were

fabulous for the improvement of life. Then we drank milk.

As I prepared to ask Jenny her views on the future of China, this brute shoves me off my chair and says "You're poopy head!"

I scanned the room desperately for the teacher, but our milk break was her opportunity to light up a butt. She smelled of Camel nonfilter. She tasted of it, too. Donny one time walked up to her and licked her sleeve; then he went to the bathroom to wash his mouth out with soap because he wanted to taste something pleasant.

Anyway, this Paul character thinks he's pretty cool calling me poopy head. Let me tell you: I take poopy head from no one.

"Excuse me, Jenny," I said as I

pulled up my sleeves. Then I pulled them up again because my shirt is two sizes too big. I guess Mom is trying to get the most for her fabric dollar. I thought about taping them up to my shoulder, but that would take too much time.

"Hey, poopy head, you're poopy," said Paul with his three teeth and IQ to match. I'll tell you what I initially didn't like about Paul before this whole poopy

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head business. He smelled. Not like the Jenny skim milk smell, but a different kind of smell. I couldn't put my finger on it for the longest time, but then one morning, I woke up. I thought for some reason Paul was in the bed with me. Then, when Mom came in, I realized I peed the bed. I said, "Oh yeah, yellow britches. Here's poopy for you," and I smacked him with my mighty right hand. He fell like

Lincoln logs at recess time. thought for the longest time it wa' my blow that gave him that con.: cussion, but I later found out tha· it was the art table. For good mea; sure, and my ego, I threw empty milk carton on top of him and spit on his face to show oth· ers no one calls me poopy head As the spit left my mouth teacher came in. "What's going on here!" she asked with exhak coming out her nose. "He wa' drinking milk; then he fell," I said "No, you hit him Devin. Don'• you remember?" Jenny said. LikE I said, she'<> not that bright. That's why I hate Paul, and al. Pauls for that matter. I have to gc now. The principal's making rnE write another letter.

By Scott Krichau and Parry DocksilE

April 4, 1997

Search for Morgan Hall director not abandoned, just postponed

By Kim Milligan

"Half-time position. Bachelor's degree and experience preferred."

Those words in a job advertisement do not entice many qualified applicants, as the Office of Residence Life knows, Last fall, the office called off its search for a residence director of Morgan Hall and appointed Sara Anton acting director, Anton replaces Julie Taylor, who left Peru to attend graduate school in Wisconsin, Anton will continue in the position through the end of the school year, Dr. Daryll Hersemann, vice president of student affairs, will resume the search this summer along with PSCPresident Dr. Robert Burns. They hope to have the position filled by next fall. Hersemann said that the ideal applicant will have a bachelor's degree and some experience as a resident assistant or resident director. Finding someone who meets those qualifications is a challenge, Hersemann said. "It's unusual to find somebody who has experience as a resident director, who has a bachelor's degree, and who wants to work parttime."

One way to meet that challenge, Hersemann said, is to combine the

resident director job with another half-time position, based on the applicant's skills and interests.

Paula Czirr, for example, is the resident director of the Complex, and is also the assistant director of resident life. Todd Jensen serves as both resident director of Delzell Hall and as volleyball coach.

Anton, who will graduate in December with a degree in secondary special education, is definitely interested in the Morgan Hall position. "I feel that I've proven that I can handle it," she said. By the time the search resumes this summer, Anton will have a full academic year of experience, but will lack a bachelor's degree.

Hersemann doubts that the degree requirement will be dropped, noting that many schools require a master's degree for similar positions. But, Hersemann added, the requirement could be waived given the circumstances of a particular search. Anton's experience could carry a lot of weight, particularly if there are few experienced applicants.

If the position is filled, Anton will resume her duties as resident assistant.

Recent acts of vandalism inspire increases in security

By Krys leeds

"Security personnel have been increased, patrol hours extended and observation of parking areas enhanced." ·

Signs similar to this are evident :throughout campus: on the student senate office window, on residence hall bulletin boards, on channel four. The postings are everywhere.

In February several cars parked ,in the designated Complex lots were vandalized. The incident 'was comparable to that which oc:urred on March 11 in the Delzell parking lots. Damages were on a much smaller scale but devastating none-the-less.

In response to the episode at the

Complex, the administration initiated a search to hire additional security personnel. "It's sad that we have to be this way-reactive, · rather than proactive-but that is the way things are," said Russell Crouch, senior history I drama education major.

"We began the process (of hiring more security) after.the initial break in. We placed ads looking for qualified personnel. But by the time we got to the interviews, we had already had the second break in," said Susan Udey, vice president of administration and finance.

Despite its appearance, the second act of vandalism did not have a noticable effect on the efforts made to hire more security. "I

don't think the [second] break in made any difference. We had four applicants, and everyting went according to the time table things like this normally follow," said Udey.

Udey explained that the search can be difficult and time consuming. "We wanted to find some one who has had experience in this field. Because [the new security guard] does not get a lot of training, it is important to find some one who knows what to do, and that takes time."

The search has resulted in the employment of one additional security guard, Larry Cook, for Peru State College. He will be on duty from midnight until 6 a.m. This will allow for an overlap in secu-

rity in the hours of midnight until 2a.m.

It also means that there will be around-the-clock campus surveillance, including the crucial hours of 3 a.m. and 4 a.m.-after the college students have settled in and before the townspeople start stirring, said Les Stonebarger, campus security.

Although Stonebarger does not foresee any more serious trouble this year, Udey is not as optimistic.

"We generally see problems heighten around the end of thesemester when people start to pack up their possessions and store them in their cars during finals week-it's a temptation."

Stonebarger feels another secu-

rity guard could be beneficial in controlling campus drinking, as well as making personal belongings safer. "Most of my write-ups occur between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. Maybe [Cook] will catch a few dragging in later."

Spencer Duncan, Delzell resident assistant, said, "In theory it should work better. Two people definitely cover more ground. It should be easier to catch more people."

In spite of the increased security, Udey suggested leaving expensive or irreplaceable items at home. "If there is something that you really value, don't bring it to a dorm room, especially those things that you cannot replace."

CI op ton receives $200,000 research grant from National Science Foundation

By JC?y Huber

"If you were a young scientist lnd the government gave you !>200,000 for research, how would you feel?"

For Dr. Richard Clopton, assis:ant professor of biology, the news :ook a few days to sink in. '.::lopton received such a grant in )rder to answer the important :i:uestion "What insect parasites in North America?"

The grant was given to Clopton Dy the National Science Foundaion. The project will be funded 'or three years.

In applying for the grant,

Clopton had to explain the project, explain why it was worthy of funding, and justify the money "down to the penny." A series of budgets had to be submitted in the application.

Relatively little is known about insect parasites. Through the research, the group expects to discover 150-200 species of parasites. Clop.ton stated that 100-125 of these species will be new or previously unknown and unidentified. ·

The group will consist of two to six people, depending on availability and interest in the project.

"I could do this myself, but one

day you quit studying biology and you become a biologist. If you have a bunch of people that are majoring in science, it seems important that they get a chance to be scientists to see if they like it," said Clopton.

The group will vary throughout the three years because some participants will graduate and others will join.

Specimens will be collected from the SandHills of Nebraska. The project will be based in the Cedar Point biological station which is owned by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

When studying the insect para-

sites in North America, why begin with the sand hills of Nebraska? As Clopton said, "When you're faced with a complete and total gulf of ignorance, you just gotta jump in somewhere. The sandhills of Nebraska actually represent the largest vegetated desert in the world."

The group will spend ten weeks this summer collecting specimens and will identify them here at Peru State throughout the fall and spring.

Many experts from other universities will collaborate with the group, assisting in the identification of the parasites. Clopton said

that the identification and collaboration will be done primarily through the mail.

As the project progresses, information will be published in the Journal of Parasitology. Part of the abstract for the project states, "Products of this project will include specimen collections that will be deposited at the Nebraska State Museum, taxonomic catalogs of eugregarines and their hosts in the Nebraska sandhills, an online specimen database, and World Wide Web pages that will provide identification keys, images, and descriptions of the eugregarines."

.lAURA lEA FOSSENBARGER ASSISTS Greg Mitchell, director of student support services.as he "plants one :on'' for the Peru business club. The pig was the innocent victim selected for PBL's ''Kiss a Pig" contest held 'March 4- 7. On Apri I 10 elections wi 11 take place for next vear' s PBl officers. -photo by Debbie Sailors

PSC elects 1997-98 Senate members

March 26-27 Peru State College held elections for next year's Student Senate members. Eight senators-at-large were chosen, including Amy Petry, Laura Brando, Russell Crouch, Shannon ·Hall, Ronda Reiman, Roy Burton, Nikki J;dwards and Amy Sturzenegger.

Furthermore, Audry Gibbs was elected to represent Oak Hill for the next academic year; while Su-· san.Slama was chosen to represent Morgan Hall.

For the 1997-98 school year, the residents of Davidson/Palmer elected Kim Olson as their sena-

tor. And Sean Mclaughlin was chosen by the Clayburn/ Mathews residents.

Both Lisa Frohn and Rob Hollis will represent the non-traditional students next year. The commuter representatives will be Michelle White and Sheila Rhodus.

Peru State is still searching for students to represent Delzell and Nicholas/Pate. Interview times for the available positions will be posted in the Student Center.

The first meeting for the newlyelected members was held Wednesday in the Burr Oak room.

Do you think the Cl.S. ACES to sponsor bowling tournament should deploy troops to

Compiled by Freedom Robinson

help end Zaire's Civil War?

Scott Hochstein

sophomore, industrial management major

"It's probably not a good idea because if it's a civil war it's between their people. I don't think we should get involved with a situation like that and put it on a worldly scale."

Up for a challenge? · Are you looking for something fresh, fun and innovative to get involved with? Well, then the Association of Challenged and Enabled Students (ACES) second annual bowling tournament held Thurs. May 1 is just the thing for you! This is a great way to reduce end of the semester stress and enhance and even challenge your disability awareness.

There is an entry fee of $5 per person, $20 for a team of four.

·· Beci:iuse space is limited at Auburn Lanes, and there is only room for six teams, teams are asked to contact Amy Rut, president of ACES, at (402) 872-4055 or

e-mail rut@pscosf.peru edu before April 15. Two teams will have real-life disabilities and are made up of participants from the Nebraska School for the Visually Handicapped (NSVH) and Southeast Developmental Center (SENDS).

The remaining four non-disabled teams will draw a disability out of a hat before the games begin and will bowl the second of three games in that condition.

It is a real challenge, but most importantly a learning experience for all involved. ACES would really like to see a faculty team this year.

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JUO!Or, Enghsh/psychology majC>r.

"No, lthink the US; needs to'stay out of every< body else's business. We don't need any more troops killed."

Joy Huber junior, language arts/secondary ed major

"I think the U.S. gets too involved with foreign affairs when they need to focus on the domestic problems."

Staff opinion

U.S. doesn't need to deal with more chaos

As the millennium nears its dose, the United States is more deeply involved in world affairs than ever before. We have vital interests in many of the world's trouble spots-the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Central and South America. Strong policy and wise decisions are more crucial now than ever before, and we will be severely tried in the years ahead to preserve our economic and strategic interests in these vital areas.

Other areas of the world, however, do not directly affect US. economic or military security. Countries outside our sphere of vital interest which are prone to civil unrest and horrible and widespread human rights violations like Zaire and Bosnia are more properly handled by the United Nations and not by US troops.

It may sound cold, but we cannot risk our military in areas where we have no vital interest to our nation, even when the chaos and strife in.these war-torn nations make us cringe. Becoming embroiled in local ethnic wars in Africa and Southern Europe is dangerous not only to our fighting persons, but to our international prestige and influence as well.

Understanding surpasses understanding itself

Walking to class last week, I re- , alized I wasn't in Peru. I examined my watch and realized I had a mere ten minutes to get to class before I was counted tardy. W]lat a twist-of events. Any other day, I would know all too perfectly well wliere my class· was, and I wouldn't want to go. ·Today was different. I wanted to go to class but couldn't get there. Has this ever happened to you? My dad relayed a similar experience long ago, but of course he had to walk uphill both ways. Back tQmy story. Baffled?·

Last week, a good friend of mine and I walked out of his cave just east of Peru and marveled at how bright the stars were when you aren't in a big city. An ominous glow in the sky caught our eyes: the -now famous comet HaleBopp. My friend 'Redwood' pointed out how the comet must have1ooked to ancient man a really long time ago. Did he jump around- and freak out because there was a hole in the sky? We may never know. I entered a con-

Cults; a tragic way of reaching out

Jonesboro, Branch Davidians, Heaven's Gate-they all have a number of things in common; they are cults and most ended up in death. In a way you could probably put Nazism, Marxist-Leninist Communists and White Supremacists in the same category as a cult. It seems the more technologically advanced we become, the more we continue to look for meaning to our lives in a world in which we have less and less control.

Some, like the Jonesboro and Heaven's Gate groups, look to a form of religious faith. Others, like the Nazi's, Neo-Nazi's and White Supremacists, focus on hate and purity of political cause. Have we come so far in our technological growth that somewhere along the line we have forgotten humanity?

Many of you may not remember Jonesboro. I certainly do. I can still see those pictures of a con-

gressman being assassinated and the bloated bodies of hundreds of men, women and children lying around the dead body of a religious zealot. What drove those poor, misguided people into a state they thought they could no longer live with their fellow man? We will probably never know.

The same can be said of the Branch Davidians and Heaven"s Gate. What has modern society done that causes so many to turn their backs on it and seek meaning in other ways and thoughts which appear bizarre to the rest of us? Possibly, in their minds, living in a world where you are re-

duced to a number was more bizarre and dehumanizing.

Others, like Neo-nazis and White Supremacists, see social progress and a larger government as a threat to them as a group. As a result, they turn to hatred and violence as a way of expressing their frustration and fear. In order to feel their own humanity, they kill, burn and preach hatred and racial purity as a means to finding their own identity.

Have we come so far in technology that the human factor, the moral factor, has been left behind?

I can actually see some validity in this statement.

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test last month, but I'm now glad I didn't win the grand prize. It was a ticket on some U.F.O. Don't get me wrong, it would probably be a great ride, but I like the view from down here.

Do you like to think? There are books giving free thinking lessons down at the library. Make sure you bring your I.D. card, or you won't be able to take your new friend home. Now I'm getting baffled. Do you ever wonder why you are here in Peru? It must be that you are tired of clean water. I gave my mom a glass of water when she was visiting, and she thanked me for the tea. Has this happened to you? Let me know if it was a one-time fluke. All in all, Peru is the only place to be. Ed, from the country village of

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Decker, is always taking his personal time making sure the Peru tribal members have enough sweet nectar.

It's about time to go to my class on Medieval furniture repair, so a mental note is all I can relay to you. It is out of a great Asian book one thousand and seven years old.

" And grasshopper realized the circle of events were now complete. A peace was upon the land only disturbed when a tempest of fury unites with careless minds. The clouds broke and a bright light said, 'This is your Earth and only you can save it. Gather the tribes from far and near so that we may drink and be merry'! " So take my advice, get your homework done and I'll meet you at Shooter's this weekend!

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Renovations add new charm to Student Center

By Freedom Robinson

For over seven years students, faculty and staff have worked together to present a better Student Center. In 1991 a committee was formed to help decide what would make the Student Center a more productive environment.

The first item on the agenda was the students wanted an ATM machine. This was accomplished and an ATM was added to Casey's.

The students also wanted a game room, so one was built in the basement of the Student Center. At this time the only things located in the basement was a study room, a Day Care and a storage room. At first the games were coin operated. Later when Campus Activities Board (CAB) could afford it, the free games were added.

The student committee was also interested in improving the TV room in the basement. The Student Senate and Dr. Robert Burns, president of Peru State College, held a pancake feed to help raise money to buy the new TV. With the money raised from this they purchased the big screen TV.

Th_e n!7xt big projecpn, ,the basement was the addition of the Coffee House. The storage room was cleaned out. Then Barb Lewellen, director of student programs, with help from Erin Sayer, director of residence life, built the new Coffee House.

In addition to these improvements Lewellen transformed what was formerly a coat closet into the new intramural office.

Lewellen came up with a motif

for the cafeteria. After many grueling hours Lewellen came up with the garden cafe setting that is now used. Lewellen said, "The cafeteria was very difficult. It's very hard working with a huge square area."

Perhaps the biggest job was refurbishing the Bob Inn. Again Lewellen and Sayer teamed up to tackle this project. At first the team went to the Alumni Foundation to see if there were any old photographs that could be used. They were in luck, and those pictures are now on display. The clock in the Bob Inn was once used in the old gym. The two women took the clock to Neon Sign Company in Omaha to rebuild and repaint.

The Burr Oak room was next. The orange shag carpet was torn up, and new furniture was added to soften up the area.

Lewellen said, "Now we are going back through all of our projects and repainting and adding touch ups. We are now adding the first new coat of paint to the ceiling since the building was built. The doors are next to be painted and a water fountain was just added downstairs."

With tl)e Student Programs fee a CD jukebox has been purchased for the cafeteria and the jukebox in the cafeteria will go down in the game room.

"I don't think we will ever get all done. Once we finish with something it will be time to go back and do some touchups. I think if you want to have a nice building and a nice facility for the students, you will always be adding new things."

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Remedy for spring fever found at Peru State College

By A!ftber N. Schuetz

Are the seasonable symptoms of spring fever slowly seeping into your veins? Craving a cure? Down a dose of Peru State College's Spring Fling 1997, "It's. A Groove Thang."

According to Shanda Hahn, PSC's former CAB president, "More, bigger events.are planned this year." Festivities form Sunday, April 13 at 8 p.m. with the movie, "Trainspotting," showing in the Student Center.

Monday at 8 p.m., comedian/ singer Mike Rayburn, 1997 National Association of Campus Activities Coffee House performer of the year, will entertain and inform in the Student Center cafeteria. Based on the 1996 March issue of Campus Activities Today,

"Rayburn's show is the perfect blend of music, comedy and truly masterful guitar work."

On Tuesday evening, a picnic will be prepared in the Student Center. Outdoor games including sand volleyball, bocce ball and badminton at the Complex will season the outing. In an effort to promote Fine Arts, Dr. Robert Burns, president of PSC, invited Barbara Bailey Hutchison, entertainer, songwriter and Grammy Award nominee; to perform.

At 8 p.m. Wednesday, Altered Focus, a popular Peru-based alternative band, will rock the College Theater. Drummer David Radke said, "We will be playing all original music, no covers." "Altered Focus has been compared to such well-known acts as The Doors, Alice In Chains, and Seven Mary

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"YOUR

Three," said Brian Steele, bassist and vocalist. According to Dave Baldwin, senior biology I science major, "Altered Focus is one of the best original bands around." Events will coalesce on Thursday after the Spring Fling dance which begins at 9 p.m. in the Student Center.

If you are in search of a longer lasting remedy, T-shirts will be sold throughout the week. Fight off spring fever by injecting yourself with a promising prescription of food, fun and a flick. Hahn said, "This is basically the last event sponsored by CAB this year. It looks like it is going to be a:n extremely enjoyable week. There is a little something for everyone, and a good time will be had by all."

Student receives writing award

Kary Sheffield received a plaque from Houghton Mifflin Student Success Programs naming her the winner of the 1996 Master Student Award for Peru State College.

Nominees came from the English 060 Study Skills class taught by Frank Ferrante, communication skills director. Members of the class were required to write an essay on any one of the many topics covered in the text "Becoming a Master Student" by D. Ellis. Each student then presented their essay in the form of a speech. The presentations were judged by the class, and the one voted best was submitted to the contest.

Any post-secondary educational institute in the United States or Canada which offers a student success course is allowed one nominee. Authors of the top three national essays receive a $1000 tuition reimbursement. Instructors of student success courses make up the judges panel.

English 060 provides students with "time-tested suggestions for improving study habits so students will have more hours available for fun, work and sleep,'' said Ferrante. The class also aids students in reducing anxiety and improving grades in order to make school more enjoyable.

COMEDIAN/SINGER MIKE RAYBURN (left). local alternative group Altered Focus, and grammv winning singer Barbra Bailev Hutchison will all perform during spring fling week April 13-17.

YOUR EVERYDAY TEACHER

las.t two at Raymond Central.

8:20a.m.

The bell rings, signalling the 3tart of a busy day at Raymond Central Junior-Senior High School. Students from the area have come here to participate in a district speech contest. With parent-teacher conferences scheduled for the evening, a shortened schedule and early dismissal have the students buzzing.

Shane Buresh, student teacher from Peru State, walks into the resource room' of Darrel Walla. Walla has taught for 17 years, the

·· Shane, a 22-year-old senior math/ special and secondary education major, began student teaching early in January. In the months since, he has experienced many of the frustrations and dilemmas that face nearly all firsttime teachers.

He spends hours after school grading papers, planning, reading, previewing videos-the list goes on. He's thoughtful and concerned about how effective he'll be as a teacher, as a d!sciplinarian and as a friend to his students.

This day, Shane's students are BURESH IS. NOT CON· CERNED about how he will be able to teach but rather how effective he will be.

-photo by Debbie Sailors

more excitable than usual. "Sit down. Get out your books," he urges, anxious to get class started. Shane checks the time, flipping open the glass face of his watch, feeling the raised, patterned dots. Yes, Shane is blind. And he wants to teach. He wonders about his ability to teach well. He doesn't worry about his ability to teach blind.

"It's not that different," he says. "A lot of people think that blind teachers can't do many of the things they need to. You have to come up with methods to do them. When I started this student teaching experience, I didn't know how I was going to do things, but I found ways to accommodate."

He has been aided by his cooperating teachers, Walla and math teacher Lee Lorentzen. Lorentzen admits, "I was hesitant at first about having Shane student teach with me. I knew there would be a lot of things to work on. I had the usual questions. They're getting answered. Shane's doing a good job."

Shane addresses the crucial question of classroom discipline, especially significant to the visually impaired teacher. "There are teachers who are effective disciplinarians and there are those who are not. It has nothing to do with the amount of vision that they have." He relates an old anecdote:

If all that is needed for effective discipline is 20/20 vision, then there'd be no discipline problems.

Shane's students are supportive, commenting, "There'll always be somebody who causes trouble at first but after they get to know him and see that he really can do this, their attitude will change and he will earn their respect."

Walla has particularly important insights to share with Shane.

Walla is also blind. He agrees with Shane, "You learn to compensate, to use your other skills and other senses." He pomts out, "There 1s so much more we're capable of doing-blind or not."

As for Shane's capabilities, Walla adds, "I get a good feeling from what he's done so far. I'm sure he's going to make it."

Walla is outspoken about the role of visually impaired teachers in our school systems, especially the costs. "There's not really that much additional expense for our school systems. State services and employers can work together with teachers to provide speech synthesizers and special programs for our computers."

Shane is assisted by paraprofessionals, volunteer and paid readers, students, friends and family members. He receives some state funds to pay readers. In the classroom, students help out with written boardwork. Shane, who is staying with his family during his

20-week stint at Raymond, relies on them for transportation.

Shane's supervising teacher, Joy Dunnigan, assistant professor of special education, is also deeply involved in his student teaching experience. Shane's student teaching application brought about an interesting and nearlyempty search for guidelines and recommendations for student teachers with disabilities.

In fact, Dunnigan, upon finding so little data, decided to write her doctoral dissertation .on Jhe jed: She's also working ori a research project involving student teachers with disabilities.

Dunnigan points out that the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 provides for reasonable accommodation for those with disabilities and "opens the doors to the teaching profession" for students with disabilities.

Shane, on the threshold of his teaching career, is, for the moment, engulfed by a group of inquisitive students. As the final period of the hectic school day comes to an end, he contemplates his night of conferences and papers to still be graded-the busy schedule of an average teacher. 1:30 p.m. The bell sounds, sending the students spilling out. Shane gathers his things and walks from the classroom, his white cane finding the now-familiar route.

photo by Debbie Sailors

Peru State extends ' home record to 1 0-0

By Terry Dugan

The Bobcats have tom apart the competition by winning the last six and outscoring those opponents 69-18. After winning six during the homestand, Peru State improved theirhome record to a perfect 10-0.

Peru State annihilated Concordia College 21-4 in game one of the home stand March 26. Junior Aaron Lauby (2), freshman Tim Sealock, senior Greg Wolfe (2), senior Duncan Patterson, senior Joe Gonyea, and senior Steve Young all hit home runs as the Bobcats scored eight runs in both the third and fourth innings. Senior Shawn Exner struckout five in· four innings, improving his record to 4-1.

Game two against Concordia lasted just an inning longer, 14-3. Senior Brian Childs hit one out and Wolfe brought his home run total to three for the day. Wolfe's home run in the bottom of the sixth ended the game. Sophomore Kyle Becker struck out six.

Senior Deon Wmgert improved his record to 3-3 by hi.trling a no hitter against Huron Uruversity. Wmgert struck out six and walked five in the game which was abbreviated to five innings due to the 10-run mercy rule. Patterson slapped a triple and Gonyea hit a

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double in the 10-0 win. In the first game against Huron, the Bobcats stole five bases, left only three men on base, and scored five runs in the fourth to win 8-6. Lauby hit his fourth home run ofthe year, and Childs and sophomore Todd Dierberger both hit triples. Junior Jason Plotsky pitched six innings to garner his first _:win of the year :with ·Patterson cleaning up the seventh to earn his second save.

Nebraska Wesleyan gaVE! the Cats a scare by scoring four runs in the fourth, but Peru State managed to hang on to win 5-4. Exner threw a complete game and out eight while giving up no walks. Only nine hits were credited bet'ween the two teams.

Peru State had little· trouble in the second game against Wesleyan defeating them 11-1. Becker threw a three hitter en route to his second win of the son.

As a team, Peru State has a .300 batting average, a .476 slugging percentage; and· a .435 on-base percentage. The Bobcats have succe$sfully stolen 49 bases (28.more than their opponents).

The 13-14 Bobcats will try to improve their perfect home record April 5 against Avila. The Game starts at 1 p.m.

SOFT8AU. 4-5@ Pork College Invite 7 vs. Nebraska Weslevon. 3 p.m.

PITCHER SHAWN EXNER keeps the opposition honest bv throwing bock to first against Nebraska Weslevan. The Bobcats took both. games from Weslevon 5-4 and 11 - l -photo by Terry Dugan

Double-overtime loss ends basketball season

By Jen Froeschl

The Peru State men's basketball season came to an end after a barn burner loss in the first round of the national tournament. The Bobcats lost 100-101 in double overtime to College of the Ozarks (MO). The two overtimes marked the longest game ever in NAIA Division II National Tournament history. This was also the first time both the winning and losing teams scored triple digits. "It was a discouraging way to end the season, but we can't let one loss overshadow our success in the rest of the season," Coach Gibbs said. Although the score was close most of the game, with the lead switching several times, Coach Gibbs said that the Bobcats had several opportunities to take com-

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mand. "We needed to play better Gibbs said. defense and make our free throws Maxwell and Daniell were toward the end, " he said. The named to the NAIA scholar athCats were 15-33 from the line for lete team at the conclusion of the the game and only 3-12 in the season. Only 94 students receive overtimes. this honor out of over 350 NAIA

Seven players scored in double schools, whichincludesover4000 figures to contribute to the 100 athletes. point loss. These included senior The loss at nationals marked the Lawrence Hollier with 22 points, end of Peru State Basketball cafreshman Jermal Ward with 16, reers for seven seniors. Five playseniors Chris James and Lance ers will return next year along Cohn with 13, senior Tom Riley, with three redshirts. Coach Gibbs senior Scott Daniell and junior and the team will focus on two Matt Maxwell with 12 each. key elements to prepare for next

The Cats ended the season 25-9, season. First, the team will have placing this year's squad in the to work hard to tum any weakPeru State record book as having nesses into strengths. Second, played the most games ever in a they will need to bring in three or season. "!!m really proud of our -. good players. 'Tm optimiskids. .They did everything we tic,""--Coach Gibbs concluded, "I asked them to this season and like to think of it as a time to rewere fun to work with," Coach load rather than rebuild."

Tough seeding led to rough weekend at Avila t.ournament

By Matt Maxwell

Sometimes it seems like the wind is always blowing, our hitters never miss, their hitters never connect, the sun is always shining and the home team always wins. And sometimes a team must endure a stretch like the Peru State Lady Bobcat softball team had to withstand last weekend.

The Lady Cats traveled to Avila College in Kansas City (MO), only

to lose each of the five games they played. The skid moved the softballers eightgames under .500 to 7-15.

According to Head Coach Mark Mathews, the tournament seeding was based, on the success of last year's teams. P-State's young squad was forced to play the bracket's toughest teams.

"We were seeded as the team to beat," said Mathews. After losing two games Friday, the Lady Cats

At least Canada has only 2 teams

lnterleague play, expansion: another reason to hate egg head, money sucking owners

I know this column is usually reserved for griping about how Americans are ruining Canadian things, but this time I found. something of their own that Americans are messing with.

Well... spring is in the air and a new baseball season is upon us. With the new season come a few changes that make traditionalists of America's favorite pastime cringe.

No, it's not the new divisional set up that was introduced two years ago (I won't even touch that one).

Instead it is the introduction of interleague play between two leagues that have successfully been playing separately (barring the World Series) for nearly a century. Baseball's big-wigs have decided to integrate the two leagues. And this is what is making traditic:malists' upsef. : It's forthe fans. Sure: 'fa.ns will now get an opportunity to see the stars from the rival league, but not seeing them was what was so great about baseball. A team would only face the other league's best team and stars if they were to make it to the World Series.

This is where all the drama and mystique is evident in baseball. The two best teams represent their respective leagues in a battle to see which league is superior. It makes the game more exciting when we don't know how two teams that have never played each other are going to match up. What's next? Interleague play with Japan? I could see it happening in an attempt to get more fans to the ballpark and for TV

ratings.

The next method of self destruction is the rapid expansion of major league teams. Aren't they going a little too fast? Think about it. Only 40 years ago, there were only 16 major league teams. This meant that there were 160 of the best pitchers in North America battling for a spot on a roster.

Now, that number has almost doubled and with the introduction of two new teams in 1993 and two more coming in next season, it has gotten worse.

were unable to rebound Saturday. Mathews felt his team got stuck in a hole. "Once things get bad, it's hard to get better."

# asoftball on the wrist. She is questionable for play this week. tice and put some wins together."

People complain that the strike zone is shrinking. Maybe it's just that the pitchers aren't as good.

I feel sorry for those 50 or so pitchers that are AAA caliber players who are facing major league batters. They have the ERA' s over 7.00 and give up over 30 bombs a year. No wonder all these records for runs are being set and why there are dozens of players hitting 30 or more hom:eruns. Actually, I don't know how sorry I feel for these guys when I realize they are making more money for six months of work that I can win playing powerball.

The question is when will the pitching talent level catch back up to the hitting level? The thinning will continue and will climax when former PSC pitcher Chris Raabe comes back from shoulder surgery and steps out on the bump for the expansion New Orleans Flounder to throw up his knuckler to the plate. Wow, I can't wait to see what Albert Belle does with that thing.

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Peru State travels this weekend to Park College near Kansas City (MO) for another Friday-Saturday tournament. Better is just what Peru State needs to get. Perhaps not so mush referring to their game as to their health. "Our team is like a MASH unit right now," joked Mathews about the health of his team. Among the battered and bruised is senior Kerry Brandt. During a freak play Saturday, Brandt took

As for Mathews' plans for the next week, "We need to have an intense, yet restful, week of prac-

Peru State College, Peru, NE

Signs that your present cult may be the wrong one

By Scott Krichau

1. Basic philosophical beliefs are based on musical stylings of Slim Whitman

2. Required self-mutilation combined with salt

3. No alcohol consumption. That means no Guinness. Wake Up People!

4. Every article of clothing must have the color "olive green"

5. All your plots to leave the cult are foiled by that damn Gilligan guy who keeps running around in the same clothes EVERY DAY

6. Mixed Drink Parties required, especially cyanide with vodka or kool-aid

7. The idea that red hot fire is your one and only true friend

8. The ship is hidden behind the comet. That's wrong, cause it is in my backyard

9. Series of multiple Tongue Piercings!! Imagine the horror

10. No Dyck allowed. I mean the goaltender, Scarry Larry Dyck. He's good!

If death is a good career move. consider me unemployed

Gangsta Rap starting to live up to its name

"Death is a good career move." I forget who said it, but whoever it was knew what they were talking about. Following his death, Notorious B.I.G. gets the #1 slot with his new record ironically titled "Life After Death." The same thing happened with Tupac, Cobain, and almost every dead guy with a record before that. · Speaking of death, some people have wrongly claimed that alternative music is breathing its lastwhat fools.

As you all know the East Coast rapper Notorious B.I.G. was shot in a drive-by shooting. The LAPD claims to be on top of the situation and ready to make an arrest. There are rumors abounding about gang connections and West Coast retaliation for Tupac Shakur, who died in a similar way and whose murder is yet unsolved.

"Gangsta rappers" in general have treated their image seriously and have been taking notes from mobsters like Al Capone. One would think that once somebody made a record and had a little success that street violence would be behind them, but evidently not. They lived what they sang and sang what they lived. And what they sang continues to appall, for the lyrics glorify violence and degrade women, treating them as

cheap sex objects. The treatment of women brings to mind another dead gangster rapper, Easy-E, who was known for his sleazy lyrics and died of AIDS. Somehow it all seems fitting, for it goes to show "Those who live by the sword die by the sword."

Record sales have hit a slump lately, causing layoffs at large record companies. Some say that this is a sign that alternative music is approaching its death. The music industry is looking for something new and some believe that the new thing is the electronic music that bands like Prodigy and the Chemical Brothers perform. Nothing could be further from the truth.

Alternative music will not and must not come to an end. The genre has its roots in the '60s with bands like the Velvet Underground, the Stooges and early Alice Cooper, and there always will be some bands that will try for something that is new and fresh. Innovation is what has kept

rock around for as long as it has. The modern rock we call alternative needs to reinvent itself. Ever since Nirvana broke five years ago there have been too many bands that used them as a" blue-print. One hears their echo almost everywhere and lagging sales could show that many are tiring of that echo. In any respect, alternative music is in need of repair and renovation, which it strongly deserves, for there is a lot of good to salvage.

As far as electronic music becoming the next big thing, everybody can forget it. It will never fly. Maybe in the U.K., but not here in the States. There are too many people here strongly rooted in rock or country to allow it to happen.

To answer the question for last time - The title of Motley Crue's debut album was "Too Fast For Love." The question this time is: "Name the two members of AC/ DC who have been in the band since its inception."

By Scott Krichau and Parry Docksile

Volume 74 Issue

eru State College, Peru, NE

April 18, 1997

From PSC College Advancement

The Peru State College library is about to undergo a great deal of change.

President Robert L. Bums has announced plans to reconfigure space, improve the electrical system and add 25 powerful new computers to the 92-year-old library.

"Lorin Lindsay and the library staff have developed an exciting plan to strengthen the services of our library to the campus and the region," Bums said. "It is another step in making the library a technological heart of the college."

The look and the function of the library will be made better, Burns said. The estimated $105,000 cost comes from money generated by the college rather than from state tax dollars, he noted.

The changes will set the stage for construction of an addition to the library which was last expanded in 1911. Expansion is PSC's highest priority for capital construction, Burns said.

vation will run an estimated $24,000 with the rest going to upgrade the electrical system and for equipment and furnishings.

Patrons of the library will see significant change in the interior's appearance starting with the entryway: The one-story-tall double entry doors will be replaced. The circulation desks will be moved to a different location, and staff offices will be relocated and remodeled.

A "video room" will be built on the top floor, along with two conference/ study rooms with soundproofing measures taken. A training room with 11 Pentium-grade computers will be used for teaching the new technologies.

The new computers, mostly IBM-compatible but also some Macintosh units, will be spread throughout the building. They will replace the older, slower textonly terminals currently in use.

Yes. we were feeling too good about ourselves EVERYONE IN NEMAHA COUNTY WOKE UP to a (insert your word here) surprise April 10 when Mother Nature left five-and-one-half inches of snow for residents to enjoy. In fact, she thought we needed seven more inches in the next two days, raising the April snowfall total to one foot.

-photo by Bill Wolf (courtesy of Auburn Newspapers)

Renovation will begin after the school year ends next month and will be completed by August before the start of the fall term.

The biggest share of the project's cost-over $60,000-is for 25 new Pentium computers. Space reno-

Many information providers "aren't even bothering to have a non-graphics option," according to Library Director Lorin Lindsay, "because graphics capability has become the standard." More and more information available on the World Wide Web is not available to PSC library patrons due to

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Six question exit interview gives college beneficial input

By Krys leeds

In the spring of 1994, Peru State College implemented exit interviews as the final component of an evaluation package inspired by a visit from the North Central accrediting agency, said Dr. David Ainsworth, vice president of academic affairs.

North Central Association (NCA); a major college accrediting agency, evaluated the college in 1991 and recognized the need for a college outcomes assessment program. According to Ainsworth, Peru responded with

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By Freedom Robinson and Doug

Five Peru State faculty members received promotions to be effective with the 1997-98 contract. Four of the promotions were given to members of the Humanities division and one to a member of the Science and Technology division.

Dr. Mary Mokris, assistant professor of English, was promoted to associate professor of English. Mokris has been with PSC since 1993. She received her B.A. from Barnard College in Columbia,

a three-part evaluation program: sophomore portfolios, capstone ·experiences and exit interviews.

The first part of the program, sophomore portfolios, requires students to accumulate written projects from each of their general studies classes.

The second element of the program is a senior" capstone" experience. For those majoring in education, this might be student teaching. The senior art exhibits and senior recitals are other exampies of a capstone experience.

The exit interview is the final step in the evaluation process.

Mokris then went on to earn her masters from the University of Chicago. Her Ph.D., was awarded to her at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro.

Ms. Peggy Jones, who earned her' B.A. from the University of Notre Dame and her M.F.A., from UNL was promoted from assistant professor to associate professor of art. Jones has been with PSC since 1993. When reached for comment about receiving her promotion, she jovially said, "I'm just kind of speechless. No one will believe that."

Mr. Paul Hinrichs, who has been

These interviews more specifically evaluate the college and its performance. The interview consists of a "series of open-ended questions intended to get students to talk about what they think is good and what they think needs improvement at Peru State," said Ainsworth.

"One student may see it as a five-minute conversation and wonder what the purpose is, but you put their comments in with a hundred others' comments and put that together over five or six years, you start to see similarities and get a clearer focus of what's

here since 1990, was promoted from instructor to assistant professor of Science and Technology.

Hinrichs's B.A. was awarded to him from Concordia College, and his M.S. was earned from UNL.

"I am honored that they would recognize my service to the college in this manner," said Hinrichs.

Dr. Sara Crook, who has been with PSC since 1993, has been granted tenure and a promotion from assistant professor to associate professor of history I political science. Crook received her B.S., M.A., and Ph.D., from UNL.

going on," said Dr. Dan Cox, associate professor of education.

Peru requires that all graduating seniors be interviewed. This sixquestion evaluation contains questions such as: "What are the most significant ways you have changed because of being a student at Peru State College?" and "What should Peru do differently to enhance the student experience?" Administrators are also curious as to how many hours per week students spend studying and whether or not they plan to attend to graduate school.

According to the results of the 11\l

Dr. Toney McCrann was promoted from associate professor to professor of English. McCrann' s B.A., is from Villanova University. His masters, doctorate of arts, and his Ph.D. are from the University of Oregon.

Concerning his promotion McCrann said, "I'm happy to receive this promotion. I like the faculty and students here at Peru, and I enjoy teaching here. I feel lucky to be here. As my father used to say, 'Even the blind pig finds an acorn once in awhile."'

fall 1996 interviews, some of the most rewarding experiences at Peru came from within the classroom because of specific instructors. "The results have shown that most students have found someone on campus that they can relate to in a very positive way," said Ainsworth. The results of the fall 1996 survey ranked "relationship with professors" as the number one best experience from Peru.

"You would expect those who graduate from an institution to feel positive about that institution, the interviews have shown that they do," said Ainsworth.

Ainsworth named new VPAA

Dr. David Ainsworth was announced as Peru State College's new vice president for academic affairs Friday, April 11 by Peru State President Robert Burns.

Ainsworth, who had been interim vice president for academic affairs since mid-August of last year, was formerly the chair of the Division of Education and Psychology.

In the spring of 1996, a Peru State search committee interviewed sev-

eral candidates, and an individual was chosen. The original choice, however, declined the position.

Burns announced in February of this year that after hard work by the screening committee and many others, PSC was unsuccessful in bringing a new vice president to the campus.

Then, Burns called for an inter-

nal search to fill the vacant position.

Ainsworth succeeds Dr. Terry Smith who left Peru State for a position at Columbia (MO) College.

According to Burns, a search committee for a new chair of Education and Psychology will begin · as soon as possible.

THE SOCIETY OF SOCIAL AWARENESS (S.S.A.) is a campus organization sponsored bl,J Instructor Nanci,J Emerson. S.S.A. is not onlv aware of important issues in the societl,J and communitl,J. but the group is also involved with activities in better understanding issues and making others aware of them. Members of the group

Public Opinion Do you think cigarette advertisements market to minors?

ompiled by Freedom Robinson

Librarv to undergo long-awaited facelift

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dated equipment. That situation is about to be corrected.

Robert Moffit junior speech/drama major

"They have T-shirts and hats available, and I only see kids wearing them"

Sarah Fisher junior elementary/early childhood major

"Yes, I do. The Camel cigarettes have that little dude."

Steve Jirsa junior music education major

"Yes, I do. Joe Cool Camel is everywhere; he's probably more famous than Mickey Mouse."

Chris Scott sophomore undecided

The physical renovation will mean better and more functional use of the limited space that is available. Very few current library holdings will be displaced or removed.

Burns notes that while the project will allow for maximum use of library facilities, lack of space remains a critical concern. He will continue to push for funds to build an addition.

"Much of what we have begun will fit with the needed expansion when the state decides what it is going to do," Burns said. "For now, we are using money we have gathered to make the library a better center for learning"

"We haven't given up on state support, but we can't sit around and wait for it either," Burns noted.

For now, students and other library users may want to come in during the next few weeks to take a look at the library. Come next fall, it won't look-or work-the same.

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Ellie Payton sophomore undecided

"No, I don't

Julie

"No,

include (left to right, back row) Meghan Gilligan (Vice President), Mandl,J Volkmer (President), Drane Durman, Jeff Hammer (Treasurer), (middle) Kerrl,J Brandt. Rachel Duede. Marsha Wood. Amanda Ma1,Jf1eld. (front) April Border. Jonna Parsons (Public Relations Representative) and Heather Boatman. Michele White. Angel Waggoner. Susan Slama. Dana King, Sheila Rhodus. Eric Mclnteer and Chris Houser are not pictured.

don't think companies market to underage children. They learn from watching adults which is more influential than advertising."

think so. What's the point? Minors are not allowed to buy cigarettes and businesses are carding left and right now."

junior psychology/sociology major

not at all actually."

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Staff opinion

Tobacco companies close to being put out America is an odd place. We crusade against all illegal drugs, yet medical drugs are more often and more quickly prescribed than ever, even for the most minor ailments and · before other methodq; are tried. The use of legal drugs with no medicinal value, however, has recently come under heavy fire. ·

TJ:ends against such drugs began in this country with the temperance movement against theuse of alcohol, which fizzled after years of bitter battle. Now, Big Tobacco may have finally become vulnerable in our ever-more litigious times.

Everybody knows that the tobacco industry has known for years that smoking is deadly, but because of their political and economic muscle, they have so far ke,pt their enemies and common sense at bay. Now, the smoke S'e,ems tq be gt-adually clearing from the eyes of our courts, and the interests of tobacco companies are at risk.

The two most lethal drugs in this nation are ironically also the most legal-tobacco and alcohol. How long will greed and deceit prevail over fact and compassion? And will the tobacco industry eventually go upin smoke?

Parting salvo lands w;ide of the mark

This may be my last shot at a mass audience, so I'll just go ahead and charge right in, biases blazing.

I'm so sick of braggarts. Sorry to be vague, but I can't name names, dig? We all know at least one frontin' fool (or are one), and I think these fawning phonies are really dangerous. I guess their problem stems from envy and inadequacy. We all suffer from these traits, but some let them control their lives. Just tend your own garden, and shut up. You can't fake the funk.

Forgive the terribly turbid tirade, the annoying alliteration, and also the darned didacticism. Good thing I'm gonna be a teacher.

I suppose the point here ·is that there is no point. Life is ambiguous. The word for the day: scatological.

Here are some items only important to me-

Majority ri·ghts outweigh minority wishes

Democracy is based upon the 'will of the people' to determine their own destinies. It is a concept based upon the will of the majority. It is a system whereby the voters have a guaranteed right to determine who shall represent them and under what laws they are willing to be goveffi:ed.

This past year, the people of California voted by a majority to abolish affirmative action in their state. Proposition 209 prohibits racial or gender discrimination in public hiring, contracting and education. This proposition ended many affirmative action programs within the state.

The vote represented the will of the majority. The minority, ever more vocal and media-friendly, promptly appealed the will of the majority to the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. Proposition 209 was not considered 'politically correct' by minority groups across

the nation and the national media. Even the President, who is sworn to uphold the Constitution, stated his disapproval of the will of the people. His "mend it, don't end it" statement became the national battle cry of political correctness regarding affirmative action.

It seems that upholding your Constitutional right to vote and majority rule has become 'politically incorrect.' I totally disagree with political correctness when it violates my Constitutional right of self-government and the right of the majority of the people.

Happily, 4, 736, 180 California voters agree with me. And, by a

vote of 3-0, the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals agreed with us. It is a shame that every special interest group in the United States think they have a right to a 'special' law just for them. Whether it is a minority ethnic group or a national gun organization, everyone wants their own special law. Isn't it strange-the Constitution already gives them those rights they wish. There is also the Civil Rights Act of 1963/64. The only rationale I can see for these 'special' laws is that they give majority rights to minority positions. Whatever happened to the will of the majority?

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My favorite book: The Odyssey, by Homer. Who cares? Noman.

My favorite band: Altered Focus. ViddythenewCD.

My favorite album: "Bee Thousand" by Guided By Voices (Beer).

My favorite film: "Eraserhead".

Hmm perhaps a word on love.

Perhaps a whole poemBoogler baby-child

Read these lines

Or not

Or if you're sure I suck, just

Kill me-I'm yours anyhow

Every time you sigh

Love t];lat wandering eye

You just plain fly

Never take me seriously.

(One minute whilst I hold down my lunch. There, better.)

What else? I need some school spirit. Go Bobcats, rah! This really isn't such a bad place, after all. It's unique anyway, and delightfully bucolic, particularly in the summer.

Well, that's that, and that's good. Walk softly on the altar of God, and don't forget to dig the dip on the four and two (at the very least). Fight the good fight, do not go gentle into that good night, and be kind, be kind, be kind. Evil will prevail. Tschuss.

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Asmussen gives keynote address

Dr. Kelly Asmussen, assistant ate a safe learning environment professor of criminal justice, was for students." the keynote speaker at the Ne- The Omaha Education Associabraska State Education tion (OEA) co-sponsored the conAssociation's (NSEA) Metro Dis- ference. OEA President Carolyn trict Safety Conference on April 4- Grice said that recent incidents of 5. Asmussen is a nationally- violence in schools serve to highknown expert in school safety and light a need for the conference. violence prevention techniques. Asmussen has conducted extenJim Eisenhardt, president of sive research in student behavior NSEA's Metro District council, and prevention and intervention said, "As classroom teachers, we techniques. In addition to delivare the front line of education, but ering the keynote address, we need parents, administrators Asmussen led a discussion on and the community working side tools for preventing violence and by side with us as we seek to ere- avoiding escalation of a situation.

Choral groups to give year-end performances

From PSC College Advancement director of choral activities.

Three Peru State College choral groups will close out their 199697 performance season with a concert Sunday, April 27.

The 3 p.m. performance at the College Theater features the Concert Choir, the Misty Blues Show Choir and the Madrigal Singers, according to Dr. Thomas Ediger,

A special feature will be the performance of "Set of Three" with music by Cecil Effinger and poetry by Thomas Hornsby Farril. This piece will be accompanied by a full brass choir, Ediger added.

The concert is open to the public at no charge. Emily Rosewell Davidson of Beatrice is the pianist.

You know, along with fighting fires comes feeding the dalmatian

Phi Beta lambda members earn trip to California

Phi Beta Lambda is sending six Peru State business students to the National Leadership Conference in Anaheim, CA on July 5.

The six PBL members brought home 16 awards from the Spring Leadership Conference in Kearney on April 3-4, including six first place recognitions and five second place positions. The top two placements in the individual categories will proceed to nationals, except in the speaking events. Only the top speeches will go on to compete at a national level.

Peru competed against eight other Nebraska universities and colleges at the conference hosted by the University of Nebraska at Kearney. "We were competing against University of Nebraska at Lincoln, UNK , but we had people place in almost every event," said Bob Endorf, sopho-

more.

"I am pleased with the results, but they did surprise me," said Jane Graham, senior.

Endorf won first place in Business Law and Graham won tops in Accounting IL Junior Jeremy Marteney received first place in Computer concepts and Senior Wes Graham was awarded first place for Computer Programming.

Laura Lea Fossenbarger, senior, is very pleased with her first place rank in Public Speaking. "It was my first time going to state, I didn't know what level of competition to expect. But I feel good. I was surprised at how well we did and am very excited about it."

The Business Decision Making Team, consisting of Fossenbarger, Jane Graham and Wes Graham, also received first place in their category.

Peru was honore_d by several second place winners as well. Among those were Fossenbarger as runner-up Ms. Future Business Executive and Impromptu Speaker. Marteney was right behind Endorf in Business Law. And Sara Gimpel, junior, took second in Computer Concepts, Jane Graham in Finance.

Those talented enough to receive multiple awards are faced with a difficult decision. "You are only allowed to compete in one event at nationals, " said Fossenbarger.

Despite this difficult decision most are enthusiastic about the trip. "It'll be exciting because I've never been to California," said Endorf.

Jane Graham said, "Nationals are going to be exciting-a fiveday trip to Anaheim."

All men and women are invited to try out for PSC mascot or cheerleader I April 23-25 in the Wheeler Activity Center from 4-6 p.m. Contact Robin Jensen at 872-2251 for more information.

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looks to find information on domestic violence

y Debbie Sailors

"I didn't realize domestic vio-· :nee was a problem on campus,"

1ys Lawrence Hollier, senior ·iminal justice major and mem=r of a course this !mester, Criminal Justice Re!arch. The class, developed and mght by Dr. Kelly Asmussen, as.stant professor of criminal jusce, recently began

:mducting an inepth survey of eru students rearding domestic iolence.

Amy Rut, senior sychology I socilo gy I criminal 1stice major and tudent in the ourse, com1ented on the surey, which is still Hs early stages, We hope not to .nd a lot of vio!nce," but extenive research by \Smussen indiates that a large ·ercentage of 'eru' s students are

t risk.

type of domestic violence prevention and treatment program for PSC students. In identifying the factors that increase risk of domes-tic violence, specifically with regard to students of small, rural ·colleges, he.refers to the large percentage of Peru sttidents-nearly 90 percent-that hail from sparsely-populated, isolated agricultural communities.

obligations. Many .farm wives and mothers have chosen to attend college, hoping for an edge in a competitive job m.arket. As Asmussen states in his propos.al, "Domestic violence is magnified in rural areas where women have fewer resources available to help them." ·

In addition,. many single or divorced women with children are making

the decision to return to school, hoping to enhance their econo m ic opportunities. In fact, 40 percent of Peru's enrollment is .consid-

-Dr. Kellv Asmuss.en

Asmussen has written a grant >roposal addressing what he pereives as a serious need for some

Farm families in recent years, having lost their way of life during the farm crisis of the 1980's, are changing to meet financial

e r e d non-traditional, 25 years

or older,

and, of that number, 70 percent are women. Many of these students have been involved in domestic abuse situations and suffer from

reduced self-esteem. According to Asmussen, these students would benefit greatly from additional resources and research. · Not surprisingly, another factor that contributes to domestic violence is alcohol and drug use. A previous research study shows alcohol and drug abuse as a potential problem for almost 90 percent of PSC's student population, with 50 percent confirming substance abuse in their immediate family.

With these risk factors in mind, Asmussen found research in this volatile area to be virtually nonexistent. Asmussen explains, "The literature is silent regarding the prevalence of domestic violence on college campuses and the consequences of these incidents are largely unknown."

Asmussen and the Criminal Justice Research class members are attempting to help fill the void. Doing what Asmussen calls "graduate level work," students have collaborated on the survey questions and implementation of the survey procedures. Twenty classes were randomly chosen to participate in the study pending on the cooperation of faculty members and students. Participation in the survey is completely voluntary and all responses will remain totally anonymous.

"Most of the faculty members have been enthusiastic. It's a worthwhile topic anc!_ it's worth looking into," stated Rut. Ian Maggiore, junior criminal justice major and class member, said of the information gathered so far, "It's interesting, yet disturbing." He Continued,"! think the whole campus needs to know there is a problem. I hope this survey will increase Dr. Asmussen's chance of receiving a grant." Hollier said, "We've got a lot of good feedback. Hopefully, we can make a difference by focusing on this problem and making people more aware."

Members of the class are hoping for up to 200 responses to the survey, which includes questio_ns about domestic violence in families and in couples-married, divorced or dating. Rut concluded, "I have a whole new appreciation for surveys. I'm going to think twice the next time I'm asked to participate.in a survey, " referring to the time and effort involved in conducting this survey. ,

So, if you've been asked to take part in this important research project, please spend a few minutes of your time to answer the questions. Your participation could eventually help provide much-needed services to victims of domestic violence.

Peru State. dedicates -Regional Technology Center

From PSC College Advancement

On April 3, the newest tools of technology were in full view when Peru State College formally dedicated its Regional Technology Center in Nebraska City. The ceremony was preceded by dinner at the Lied Conference Center for primary donors and State College Board members to thank them for their support.

A new videoconference facility, an even newer classroom equipped to receive satellite signals, and several general purpose class/ conference rooms were on view.

"We wanted to recognize the efforts and contributions of the

many supporters who have made the Regional Center the fine asset it is today," Dr. Robert Burns, president of PSC, said. "This was a genuine group effort."

All classrooms are wired for computer use, Burns said. One of them already has been equipped as an Apple Macintosh lab for use in training teachers and staff from area K-12 schools, he added.

PSC acquired the nearly 12,000 square foot building in Nov. 1995. The building and surrounding real estate were purchased with college cash surplus funds, not tax funds, said Burns. Renovation began a month later and was far enough along to begin holding

classes last September: · · Individuals, industries, schools and groups from across southeastern Nebraska and southwestern Iowa have found the facility and its resources useful in just its first months. Many have used its video conference equipment, which transmits live audio and visual signals, for meetings with others across the entire state.

"We're told a lot about partnerships these days and here we have a clear, successful result of several partnerships including the College, the State college system, local leadership, corporate and campus efforts,"·' Burns said, "It works."

The PSC Computer Science club is sponsoring a. Netscape Navigator and Windows 95 workshop Saturday, April 19, in room 202 of T.J. Majors his seminar is open to the public and students free of charge (donations are accepted) The Windows session runs from 9 a.m. to noon with the Netscape session running from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

"Domestic violence is magnified in rural areas where women hove fewer resources available to help them."

.386-Duncan Patterson

.370-Tim Sealock

.339-Aaron Lauby

.333-Greg

21-Greg Wolfe

19-Joe Gonyea

18,-Steve Young Stolen Bases

8-Todd Dierberger

-Joe Gonyea Seeks

6-Steve Young -Duncan Patterson Home Runs

7-Brian Childs

6-Aaron Lauby

4-Greg Wolfe

-Steve Young

-Joe Gonyea

Fielding Percentage

1.000-Brian Childs

-Steve Young

-Aaron Lauby

.983-Tim Sealock

On-Base Percentage

.484-Steve Young

.477-Tim Sealock BASEBAU. 19 @ Avila College

.457-Duncan Patterson

.456-Aaron Lauby

Pitching Stats

Shawn Exner (5-2, 4.01 ERA) 36.2 IP, 38 K, 13 BB

Deon Wingert (3-4, 6.54 ERA) 35.1 IP, 24 K, 21 BB

Bobcats drop four, no-hit ·by Bellevue

By Terry Dugan

The weather wreaked havoc with Peru State's schedule last week forcing the game with Briar Cliff to be postponed, and the home game against Bellevue University was moved from Peru to Bellevue Tuesday.

In the first game against Bellevue, senior Shawn Exner got into a pitching duel with practically the entire Bellevue staff. After seven innings, neither the Bruins nor the Bobcats had scored a run. However, Bellevue was

able to score one run in what w< essentially the top of the eighth In the bottom of the eighth, Per State was unable to deliver < much as a hit. Three BelleVl pitchers combined on the no-hi ter.

In the second game, Bellevt. put the Bobcats down 9-3. The Bobcats traveled to Wichii where they received no welcon from Kansas Newman. The toug Newman team defeated Per State 14-12 in the first game an 16-3 in the second.

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PITCHER SHANNON BRILEY picks up a bunt and prepares to throw a Hastings player out at first. Peru State swept cdouble-headerfro.m the Broncos.-photo by Terry Dugan

SENIOR LEFT FIELDER GREG WOLFE slaps the ball for a base hit in a recent game at the Diamond in the Oaks. The Bobcats sport a 13-18 record; eight of Peru State's 18 losses have been by two runs or less.

-photo by Terry Dugan

Weather hampers softball games.

y Matt Maxwell

The Peru State Lady Bobcat softall team managed to squeeze in double-header last week before 1e snow hit. Unfortunately, the .m wasn't exactly shining. The ady Cats lost two games to Neraska Wesleyan. The two losses Tere the 10th and 11th straight fefeats for P-State.

;In the first game, The Lady Bobcould not get anything going, t1d had a difficult time in stoping Wesleyan. That's not a good

combination, and it showed in the final score. Wesleyan shut out Peru, 8-0. In the nightcap our lady softballers were more competitive. After falling behind early, the Lady Cats finished with four strong innings only to lose 6-4. Head coach Mark Mathews said that his team still shows him some good things. "We are really pretty good defensively," Mathews said. "We just are not producing offensively. We just can't seem to score fill,¥ runs."

Masters win launches Woods from cub status to king of the greens

After another huge tee shot, he .trolled down the fairway to the 8th green at the Masters. Fightng back a tear, he smiled and vaved to the thousands of cheern.g fans that were there to witless his big day. Tiger Woods lestroyed the field at the most •eloved golf tournament in the vorld.

"Destroyed" is the only de:riptive word that gives an acurate account of what Woods id to his competitors in the race )r the green jacket. His domi-

African-American and the first Asian American (his father is Black his mother, Asian) to win a Major golf tournament. As Woods was opening eyes with his game, don't forget that even in 1997 he is still opening minds.

50 years ago, Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in professional sports by becoming the first African-American to play major league baseball. Because of Robinson and people like him, the effects cif minorities have been easily seen in every major

The Lady Bobcats will again be practicing in theAl Wheeler Center this week, due to their snow covered quagmire of a softball field. "We need to get some arms back and get ready to be competitive this week," Mathews commented.

Hastings comes· to town this week for two games Tuesday. Next, its off to Columbia (MO) for the William Woods Invitational Saturday and Sunday. Then PState travels to Crete (NE) to play Doane College.

Befor-; Y-OU

tance will be well documented n. the record books. His Masters ecord score of 270 (18 under par) ied him for the lowest score in he history of any major. He is he youngest player to ever win major, and only the second to vin a major on his first try. He ron the Masters by a record 15 trokes, and finished more holes n. three strokes than anyone in listory.

Just how well was Woods play1g for the last three-quarters of 1e tournament? Think about the lst record he broke. Woods shot very un-Tigeresque 40 on the irst nine- holes of the tourna'.lent-four strokes worse than 11e all time low of an eventual vinner.

Despite the slow start, Woods' •erformance will go down as the :est ever for a rookie and argubly the best by any player, as ·'1.ere are other factors to consider 1 measuring the importance of cis victory. Woods is the first

sport in America since World War II--except golf. As recently as six years ago, many golf clubs across the nation still had not admitted African- American golfers. Last Sunday, Woods permanently erased one of the last American athletic color lines.

Since Jackie Robinswi first donned a major league uniform, athletics has been the most racially diverse, and racially stable arena of American life. Even Dennis Rodman commented in his best-selling book, "Nasty as I Wanna Be", that the rest of the world could learn more from sports if they looked beyond the boxscore. In a chapter devoted to race relations, Rodman calls locker rooms the most racially equal places in the world. "Everyone is there to do his job," Rodman explains. "Ifhe contributes to the team then no one gives a damn what color he is."

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Mike Rayburn shows immense musical talent with a hilarious twist

On Monday April 14, Campus Activities Board presented guitarist Mike Rayburn to PSC for Spring Fling Week. He's been promoted as one of the best college performers in recent years. He had his chance to prove such claims in front of the Peruvian audience.

The introduction to his act contained an intense instrumental tapping and flat picking exhibition. His dexterity and musical sense came to the forefront of my mind right away. I could tell he was going to be, at the very least, an excellent musician. Beyond the guitar side, his act was promising a comedic side as well. It was going to be fun to see how one man, armed with a guitar and a microphone, could pull this off.

Well, we soon learned that he

was not the ordinary serious musician. He was obviously serious about music, but with a tinge of hilarity. He starts out with the Brady Bunch theme song, only the lady was a papaya and the man was a banana. "They knew that they had to somehow form a family and that's how they became Hawaiian Punch." Rayburn's career started out singing for, as he puts it, the "liquid bilingual," a.k.a., drunks. He played in small hotel lounges and college gigs. He was obviously

directed towards a younger audience. While playing in these places he started getting strange requests, so he started to blend the music of two artists.

The most amazing thing done all night with the guitar might well have been his version of the classic fiddle song, "Devil Went Down to Georgia." You could hear only the slightest changes musically, but the intense emotion remained important. The necessary dexterity and knowledge blew me away. The man was sim-

ply "the bomb." He added this microphone/bass drum in most of his songs, but it helped a great deal in this song. The contraption was an older style microphone duct taped (the handyman's helper) to the stage. He simply tapped his foot on the mic and it gave out this drumbeat-like quality that was extremely effective. We next had the enjoyment of a few serious songs. They were excellent songs dealing with real life issues. The search for the perfect woman and child abuse became the topics for two of these songs. Another serious one was a classical piece he had learned while attending James Madison for nine years. They might have been a lot better, if the rest of the show wasn't so funny. It kinda brings a person down when they' re laugh-

ing, then are immediately co1 fronted with the abuse of a your: girl. But it was powerful noneth< less.

The finale was "The Medle from Hell." He took requests fro: the audience and would play bi of each song. This takes a gre: amount of musical knowledg and talent. So the audienc started to shout out some nam( and he picked some and starte playing. The music ranged fro1 Led Zeppelin to Indigo Girls to song from "Grease." The Villaf People, Steve Miller Band, Job Mellencamp, the Captain an Tenille and the Grateful Dea made musical appearances. n night was thoroughly entertai.J ing and anyone who missed t1 show should try to see this a again.

IT'S GREAT WHEN YOU DRAW STRAIGHT, YEAH!

Maybe I wasn't cut out for relationships.

Jenny's really been bothering me lately. Remember hermilkface? I shouldn't say that. She's just two-percent challenged.

Well, this all started in art when I coolly collected my thoughts and carefully created an inconceivably incredible design for a mountain bike: THUNDER 3000 I call it.

Mom always said I'd be an engineer or a pain in the butt, whatever they do.

Then my lactic girlfriend looked longingly at my construction paper lined with my masterpiece-

my vision of the perfect bike-and said, "Why do you have to draw so bad Devin?"

That that that (word my mommy won't let me say or write)! Who does she think she is! While I'm making practical, analytical designs, she's drawing stick figures-curved stick figures, mind you-of her, her dog and her cat standing outside their house (which is a bunch of crap to begin with because A) her house is not to scale and B) her dog and cat can't stand each other). I don't know what type of pipe dream-cookie cutter-peaches

and cream world she lives in, but I prepared myself to bring her back to reality. Who is she, Picasso? Some art critic from (that place my mommy won't let me say or write)? Doesn't she know tact or even constructive criticism?! Doesn't she know I'm a weak, sensitive

man who clings to every word she says for her acceptance of my insecure troubled soul??!!!

I wanted answers! "So, if I draw so bad, tell me: what did you draw?"

"See, this is my dog and my cat, and they don't get along so well. I wish they did; I don't like it

when they don't get along. Thi I wouldn't have to hear the fighting and yelling all the tin about their jobs and money ar drinking. And I wish we lived this house, and I could have a wi: dow in my room to see the s1 come through every day. Ar maybe I could draw a nice car c here too. Maybe that's what I add. There's lots of things I cou: put on here, Devin. That's wha• drew."

I guess it's tough for people respect your dreams when th( have a tough time finding thE own.

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By Debbie Sailors

Preliminary results of the recent domestic violence survey conducted by the criminal justice research class are in, and Dr. Kelly Asmussen, assistant professor of criminiil justice, indicated that he and the class members found the responses quite thought-provoking.

Of those responding, 25 percent reported incidents of domestic violence, including emotional and verbal abuse, as well as physical and sexual assault. The respondents named triggers rang-

ing from the most trivial issues to obvious and well-known social problems. Asmussen found it especially interesting that half of those indicat- · ing abuse chose to handle problems on their own rather than seek professional help.

In addition, the class had hoped for a higher return rate of completed surveys instead of the 32 percent that was tallied. Asmussen believes that many factors contributed to this low percentage, including the fact that students are basically a little tired at this CONTINUEDONPAGE2

Excepti policy Ii

By Kim Milligan

According to the 1996-98 student code of conduct, "Possession, consumption, being under the influence or furnishing of alcoholic beverages on campus property or at supervised functions of student organizations is prohibited."

However, it appears there are exceptions.

sponsored event, the college is ultimately responsible for enforcing the law, said PSC President Robert Bums. Liability alone explains why school-sponsored dinners and events usually do notfeature·alcoholic beverages. Extra insurance is available to cover special events, but the insurance is void if the college breaks state law.

DUE.TO THE WEATHER, INTRAMURAL SOFTBALL weht on as scheduled. Although were a bit rusty, the Mad Hungarians (in the field) defeated Jill's Jewels in a semi-final match. Dave

intramural ·coordtnator, said•thaHhis· turnout was great and that all the participants should be c6hgratulated on their

Times staff wins 14 awards

Members of the Times staff won a total of 14 awards April 19 in competitions sponsored by the Nebraska Press Association (NPA) and the Nebraska Collegiate Media Association (NCMA). Peru State's newspaper was also recognized as a first place winner in the American Scholastic Press Association Newspaper contest.

· · The Times was awarded 905 out of a possible 1000 points in the American Scholastic contest with 850 points )needed for a first place award. This is the third year in a row the Times has placed first in this competition.

For the first time, Times staff members won two first place awards at the NPA Be!ter Newspaper competition, 'college division. Debbie Sailors received first in the spot news category for her story on part time faculty (Issue 4), and Kim Milligan placed first in editorial writing with her piece about sexual harassment (Issue 6).

Sailors also placed second in the best personal column category for "In-tu-it," and Josh Anderson took home third place in the best sports news photograph category (Issue 2).

Other schools winning awards in the eight categories of the NPA contest included the University of Nebraska-Kearney (9), the University of Nebraska-Omaha (6), Concordia College (3), Chadron State College (l) and Western Nebraska Community College ( l ).

In the NCMA Golden Leaf Awards competition, Krys Leeds won first place for best two-page layout spread (Issue 5); Andrea Tee placed first in the ·best sports feature category (Issue 6); Sailors received first for best feature story ; and Terry Dugan and Greg Wolfe took home best sports news story (Issue 7).

Second place winners included Scott Krichau and Parry Docksile for

best cartoon, Anderson for best sports photo (tie), Terry Dugan for headline writing, and Leeds for best photo spread (Issue 5).

Winning third were Tee for best sports photo (Issue 6, tie) and Sailors for best personal column.

Dr. Dan Holtz, Times adviser, said, "These awards are a tribute to the talent and dedication of PSC students, who year in and year out compete well against schools with journalism majors. Terry Dugan (Times' editor) should particularly be recognized for his leadership, skill and talent. He's really kept things pointed in the right direction."

Schools competing in the NCMA awards included Chadron State College, Midland Lutheran College, Hastings College, Nebraska Wesleyan University, Doane College, Dana College and Wayne State College.

The Nebraska State College Board of Trustees very explicitly spells out the conditions necessary for alcohol to be allowed within campus facilities. Peru State is free to make additions to the policy as long as they are in accordance with the guidelines set forth. Obviously, utmost care must be taken to make sure Nebraska law, which forbids alcohol consumption by mino_rs, is:bonored.

First, the presWtmtefthecollege (or his/her destgnee)·must be present at the event. Also IDs must be checked to ensure that underage people do not consume alcohol at the event. This can be a burdensome task, especially if there are many people present.

Burns said that alcohol is usually only served at special events with offcampus guests, such as a Board of Trustees dinner.

Will PSC student organizations ever be allowed to serve alcohol on campus? Probably not. Burns must approve all requests, and because ofliability, he needs to maintain tight control over when and where alcohol is served on campus.

Burns' office is not inundated with requests, either. And he would like to keep it that way. "Nobody's going to say, 'We want to have a fundraiser-$2 all you can drink."'

Burns said that if an organization wants to serve alcohol, the best bet is to have the meeting off-campus. Do

If alcohol is present at a school-

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Photo by Terry Dugan

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Opposition surfaces against domestic violence survey

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 point ill the semester.

Asiilussen and his Students expressed their thanks, to all those faculty and students who participated iri the survey, especially those who responded truthfully and honestly. In all, seven faculty members, representing all four divisions, allowed and encouraged their students to complete the survey.

s.tated,_ results small pfoce Of' the puzzle-the dynamics that affect PSC ·students." Interestingly, although valuable data was collected that may benefit domestic violence victims, the survey has not met with universal approval.

Dr. David Ainsworth, vice president of aca(!emic·affairs, received a com._,. plaintaboutthe sensitive and personal nature of the survey questions. He responded, "Although some of the questions were fairly startling, the survey was a very appropriate study of domestic violence." He continued, "lt appeared to meet all ethical standards."

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Asmussen added that· the utmost consideration was given to maintaining the confidentiality of the survey responses; due to the extremely personal and sensitive nature of the questions. He pointed out that a rigorous protocol governs this type of research project, ensuring compliance with ethical standards for professional research.

Ainsworth stated that although there has never been a written policy for. on-campus research, loose guidelines call for the'organization: of a "human subjects" committee, consisting of three division faculty members, to evaluate and approve the contents of campus surveys. It is the responsibility of these committees to determine that the survey will do no harm to its respondents and that it meets all ethical standards.

Commenting on the controversial nature of the survey, Asmussen concluded, "We do need to conduct sociological surveys on topics that might be construed as controversial or too sensitive by some. It allows us to gain valuable information about those we are here to educate."

Partnership open to artists in southeastern Nebraska

By Chris Hawkinson

An informational meeting was held Feb. 27 at the Peru State College Regional Technology Center concerning the creation of the Southeast Nebraska Arts Partnership.

The Southeast Nebraska Arts Partnership includes -artists or those who are involved in the arts in this region, and includes Peru State's own Dr. Ken Anderson, professor of art, and Peggy Jones, associate professor of art.

Computer equipment, a digital camera and photography equipment

have already been ordered. Future events may include workshops, instruction, exhibits, which will help to promote and enhance art in this part of the state. The technology at the center will set the Southwest Nebraska Arts Partnership apart from other efforts.

This partnership is open to the community and the rest of the state. Anyone who wishes to have their work displayed is welcome to submit their art. Jones said, '.'We have high hopes for the future, but we will only succeed if we get participation from the area; we encourage it."

Rhonda Jilg

junior accounting manage• mentmajor

"I don't tan because it's no better than the sun, and I would rather lay out."

Katie Naprstek

junior English, psychology/ education major

"Yes I tan. It makes me feel better and helps me get ready for summer."

Jen

junior elementary education major

"I like the natural way."

Shawn O'Neil freshman undecided

''No, it probably won't help me because I stay white all year around."

Jennifer Olberding freshman music education major

"No because I've heard -that people have died; it basically cooks your organs."

BANK OF PERU

Barbara

senior psychology/sociology major "Yes, aesthetics."

The Times staff seeks to fill the following positions for Fall 1997:

1. Photography Coordinator

2. Copy Editor

These are paid positions. Inquiries should be made to Dr. Dan Holtz-872-2267

THE CAPSTONE OF THEIR PERU STATE COLLEGE ART EDUCATION has come for,Marsha Nicholas and Scott Krichau with the opening of their senior exhibitions. The Senior Art Show continues through May 12 in the PSC Art Gallery located in the Jindra Fine Arts Building. Exhibition hours are -:tO a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Photos by Terry Dugan

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co 0 on CfililJ?US regar ess 0 • e. or ent s Peru State Times get fan mail. myself for the first time in a while, anything to do with edible underage-' However, It seems that specifically I'mnewheresoiwasnotremotely right? I mean, this doesn'tjust hap- wear. I am a boxer man and will guests, ar<? granted special provisions. prepared for what happened to me pen to anyone, right?! The door be- stay that way. And don'teven think 1s not permitted on state prope£1¥. However, the last weeki Ihad just finished read- hind me squeaking open awoke me of sewing together some fruit rollpres1dent-Of the college has the pow<?r to disregard tha! rule for ing the second fifty pound mail bag from my psychotic trance and out upsandmakingedibleboxershorts! events such as a dmner or an alumm football ofletterstotheeditor, when I stepped stepped Elvis. No sh-t. Elvis! Fruit on my loins gives me a rash. game, long as certain guidelines are These out side in the cool night air to get a "Thank you, thank you, thank you Also, whoever is sending the Star · exceptions are legal, but are they appropnate? breath of the f!'eshness. There had very much," was all he said to me Wars action figures in minus the

Dead week parties held in Delzell obviously do not meet the to be iibo1:1t thirty fans in the parking before passing right through me and heads and hands must stop at once. criteria established for alcohol to be allowed within campus lot,yvaiti:ngfortheirstartoshowhim- floatingoffupthehill. His fans! His I have a fantastic collection withlimits and should not be admissible. : self! I was simply baffled. fans! *@#!?! !! He's supposed to be out any made-up characters.

However, by allowing returning graduates to consume I come from a low income, hard dead and he has more fans than me. My marrow count is low the alcohol at a college-sponsored function or Board of working life in Lincoln. In Peru, I Renaissance Man! Life isn't fair! He time has come for me to take a nap members to have a drink with dinner, Peru State is promoting am a student, college athlete, car- who dies with the greate.st of. and study. How do :I do that? •By· disregard for policy, as well as the idea that legal adults are toonist, and possibly one of the only eccentrics foUowing hirrt wins!! So putting my books into my· pillow irresponsible simply because they are students. ten people in the world to be able to it seems. case of course! (The principle of Those in a position of authority should not be granted special a perfect choc?late-almond Now I'd hke to addr:ss the couple osmosis) Work smarter, not harder privileges but should be expected to conduct themselves in an upside down cake! This was beyond of fans that make my mghts of open- is what Bill Clinton always used to exemplarY fashion. any of my wildest and craziest fan- ing your letters to the editor different say! Or was it Scrooge McDuck? · tasies. ,(I have some great fantasies!) and, well, just plain weird! I am no Oh, the world may never know.

Strange days indeed·

World turned upside dow.n needs oil

W:e!I, is my last column for the year. I have tried to bring to you issues that I thought were important enough for you to think about and, hopefully, voice your concerns to elected officials. Many of my predictions ofthe issues I have written on have come true. For example, Tony Lake didn't get the CIA director's job. Speaker Gingrich's problem is maintaining power, and the British Conservative party is on the brink of losing its election.

We are living in some very unusual times. People are starving all over the· world while we have bumper crops every year. The people of North Korea are on the verge of massive starvaticm, yet the government will not discuss peace until after we

give them food for their people. The bottom line is we'll talk, but you.have to keep us in power so that we can continue to abuse 'our people. Just doesn't make sense, does it?

The Republicans are ranting and raving about the government of China giving money to political campaigns to keep a government/party in power. The United States does that all the time-it's called foreign aid. When. China does it it's called "influence peddling." Congress wants to keep beating tha.t deiid horse "Whitewater" which is costing the American people millions of dollars. The Clintons lost money on the deal. Every poll shows that the people couldn't care less about it. But the politicians still keep going. Aren't they supposed to be

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working .fqr us :instead of. the way ,things are going now?

We back a chemical arms treaty, yet those countries that would likely use them are the only ones not to sign it. It appears that Libya, Syria, Iraq and Iran aren't stupid. Maybe we are in favor of thinking an unenforceable piece of paper can change anything.

And1et's notforget the blood baths in Bosnia and Africa. They call it "ethnic cleansing." The Nazis called it the "final solution." We tried and convicted the Nazis, yet we placate the Serbs.

Strange days indeed. Makes you wonder what next year will bring. Have a safe summer.

The Times, the official student newspaper of Peru State College, is published seven times per semester by Peru State College students. The Times office is located in the college publication office in the Physical Plant Building, telephone (402) 872-2260. Opinions expressed may not necessarily be those of the entire editorial staff. All letters to the editor are welcomed. Letters, cartoons, articles and so forth submitted to the Times should be signed by the individual(s) submitting them and will be published at the discretion of the staff. Letters to the editor should not exceed 250 words in length. :The Times reserves the right to edit all letters to the editor for grammar and style.

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Tri Beta inducts, honors graduates

· By Krys Leeds

Thursday Tri-Beta inducted eleven new members, as they bid farewell to ten graduating seniors. At the ceremony held in the Burr Oak room, Kristina Kreifels, sophomore biology major, was announced as the recipient of the Laurine Anderson Tri-Beta scholarship.

Tri-Beta is the national honor society for biology majors. For eligibility, a nominee must be of junior or senior standing, must have a declared biology· major, and must have main-

tained a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Peru does not have an independent Tri-Beta chapter, but rather Tri-Beta acts as a committee within the Biology Club, which is open to anyone. "Tri-Beta is the honors aspect of the Biology Club," said Dr. Tom Klubertanz, assistant professor of biology.

Tl;lis committee has a "long-standing tradition at Peru State," said Klubertanz. The chapter was founded in 1928, and of the current 370 charter members, Peru is one of the oldest.

Decisions, energ-y-not diploma-dictate success

By Amber N. Schuetz

For most students, selecting a suitable career demands a delicate decision. In"::>rder to properly prepare themselves for the real wotld, students spend endless energy and monstrous money. Although graduation generally enhances employment eligibility, a diploma does not always guarantee the perfect placement. ._:; •., ·' > _.

For .education ranks first among the most prevalent majors. Therefore, students majoring in elementary education encounter both positive and negative employment prospects.

According to Ted Harshbarger, director.ofCooperative Education and Career Ser\rices, ''There are a lot of elementary education openings; however, there are many more candidates seeking these positions than in any other area."

''The competition among education graduates is much more intense compared to 30 years ago," said Dr. David Ainsworth, vice president of academic affairs. He added that the job market is especially excellent fqr special education majors.

Harshbarger commented that the most openings in educational em-

ployment this year included math, science, musk and special education; however, there were also more openings in physical education and social studies this year than there were in the past two years

"Liberal arts graduates may have an even more difficult time getting a job,"

has an need for accounting majors also.

Computer science majors possess the most desirable;: skills for promising job prospects. Whereas general business skills were once adequate, "the job market now demands many more specific skills," stated

"OUR SOCIETY

tained employment very quickly and earned the highest beginning salaries.

Harshbarger commented that "salaries are supposed to be up in all positions by two to 10 percent."

Harshbarger stressed, "There are many positions out there if individuals are willing to seek and find them."

percentage has remained constant for the past seven years.

According to Ainsworth, future trends indicate that "our society is moving toward two tiers-the haves and the have-nots. Haves are those people with salable skills that allow them to keep a full-time job with benefits. Have-nots are those people who, on the other hand, seem doomed to part-time work at marginal wages with no benefits. The proportion of haves in our country is shrinking."

Ainsworth said. Harshbarger, though, indicated that there will be increased demand for those graduates, as well as those of psychology, sociology, criminal justice, music and computer science. Ainsworth pointed out that the fluctuating business market currently

Ainsworth. He continued, "The job market is always complicated and there's a lot of publicity about the large number of jobs utilizing knowledge of computer technology."

According to Harshbarger, 1996 PSC computer science-graduates at-

He advises students to stick with the job search process and keep applying for employment even when things look bleak. "It's just the nature of the business;'' he stated. In addition, "We anticipate a 90 percent placement rate for graduates:'' He concluded that this

To better ensure immediate employment, students should begin planning and preparing at the onset of their freshmen year of college. According to Harshbarger, "The job search is a process and students need to work on it like a class." Ainsworth encourages students to enroll in Career Strategies, an upper level course designed to meet the needs of employmentseeking students. Students should take advantage of college services that offer valuable resources and assistance for students in hopes of promoting promising job prospects.

The Cooperative Education and Career Services office is located in the lower level of the Administration building and is open to students yearning to explore and expand their eventual employment opportunities.

Davis dedicates conspiracy lecture to late professor Pappas

By Doug Kerns

Professor of History Spencer Davis delivered a Phi Alpha Theta lecture in the Benford Recital Hall for stu-

y and others Wednesday. Phi Alpha Theta is a national honorary Dr. Spencer Davis hi s y fraternity open to PSC students with more than 12 hours of history and high scholastic standing.

Dr. Davis dedicated the lecture to the late Dr. Larry Pappas, professor of biology at PSC, because of their friendship and because Dr. Pappas

"was a person for whom ideas were important. Not all ideas, only some; in particular, clear and honestly stated ideas," Davis wrote.

Davis' lecture, "Searching for the Truth," was.an exploration on how conspiracy thinking operates in the world today and how modern historians are faced with an almost overwhelming number of supposed conspiracies. "It's a chance to think about historical method in general," he wrote. "What struck me was that historians are forced to live1 within the popular culture, to write and respond to the popular culture."

Davis said that he and Pappas had often discussed whether or not history had a method similar to the scientific method. One similarity Davis found between the two fields is their tendency to rule out certain implausible ideas, for example, perpetual motion machines. One such impossibility theo-

rem in history, Davis said, was that great events are not caused by conspiracies.

Davis focused on two works about conspiracy thinking, one from the 1950's and one from today. The_ first, "The Paranoid Style" was written by Pulitzer Prize winner Richard Hofstadter, who "believed that most people were rational most of the time and that conspiracy thinking appeared as a small set of baseless tales of political influence," Davis said.

However, Davis said Hofstadter's beliefs do not seem as applicable today. "While Hofstadter thought conspiracies were hardly ever the cause of great events, the whole situation looks different today, and today conspiracy thinking seems to be a part of our entire culture," Davis wrote. "It's not something angry or confused people tum to when they are bothered; it'ssomething that everyone indulges

in from time to time."

The second thinker, Elaine Showalter, wrote that the conspiracy mindset permeates the entire culture.

"Hofstadter assumed that historians really could aid society by deflating the small number of conspiracy theories that were dangerous in political life," Davis wrote. "For Showalter conspiracy thinking is pervasive and perpetual; the best the historian can do is track down some forms of conspiracy thinking and send sufferers to their nearest psychoanalyst."

Thus, conspiracy thinking is not a collection of singular political ripples in an otherwise calm sea, it is a raging tempest invading everything in our culture. "The historian is powerless in the face of the massive irrationality of contemporary culture," Davis said.

The overall question Davis posed in the lecture was how modern histo-

rians can find a better solution than Showalter's without regressing to the innocence of Hofstadter.

Following the lecture, Davis led a discussion with audience members which brought up other interesting ideas on the nature and origin of modem conspiracy thinking and how it may be a subset of a "perpetual thirst" in our culture to find simple answers and assign blame to others.

Davis stressed the importance of I lecture medium itself. "Lecturing is very important because faculty members should tell you what they think ' are important topics in their field. I'm trying to make this a special lecture where that would be clear to any who , attended," he said.

Davis said that he hoped this lee- 1 ture will be the first in a series of annual lectures at PSC sponsored by Phi Alpha Theta.

THREE PERU STATE CHORAL GROUPS under. the direction of Dr. Thomas Ediger, director choral activities, gave their final performance of the 1996-97 school year April 27. Featured above are Madri-' gal Singers members Bethany Nielsen, Drew Davis, Rachel Callahan and Kevin Topscher,

Photo by Terry Dugan

IS moving toward two tiers-the haves and the have-nots. Haves are those people with salable skills that allow them to keep a full-time job with benefits. Have-nots are those people who, on the other hand, seem doomed to part-time work at marginal wages with no benefits. The proportion of have in our country is shrinking."

:onductor, arranger Barrett returns to Peru State

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Louder," the conductor shouts. He ietly adds, "Please," and chuckles. e band joins in, laughing gooduredly. The college theater is filled :h anticipation and excitement as land Barrett rehearses the PSC nd for its forthcoming concert, the al performance of the 1996-1997 tr. toland Barrett is presently the as:ant director of bands at the Uni·sity of Oklahoma. Why, one uld ask, does he find himself in ·u as a guest conductor? Barrett is ) a Peru State College Alumni who roots in this area. He graduated m Auburn High School and is the 1 of retired faculty members Dr. 1de and Betty Barrett of Peru Tett himself attended Peru State liege and graduated in 1977 with :achelor's of Fine Arts in Music ication.

•\fter graduating, Barrett taught sic education in a high school in ianola, a small town near Cook, for two years. He then ved to Fairbury, where he spent r years teaching in the middle and 1 school and directing band. In 3, Barrett went to the University )klahoma as a barid graduate asmt. He completed his master's

degree in music education in 1985. At that time Barrett's current position opened and he has b!!en serving in that capacity ever since.

In addition to serving as assistant director of bands, Barrett is drill designer and musical arranger for the Pride of Oklahoma marching band, director of the Sooner Showmen basketball band, and instructor of marching band techniques, media techniques and instrumental arranging. He is also presently working on his doctomte of musical arts in composition.

Cheryl Fryer, PSC director of bands, contacted Barrett about writing a piece specifically for the final band concert of the season. "To me, the best way to do it is to commission something and then give the composer soine information about who's going to play it and that type of thing. I just got to thinking about the forces of nature. And as I was looking for something to do for Peru, I thought, well, you can't find a much more forceful component of nature than the Missouri River, and they've been working for 200 years to trol it, and they can't," Barrett stated. His piece, "McKissick's Island," has been in the conceptual stage for over a year. "McKissick's Island" is one of the few pieces Barrett has writ-

ROLAND

as PSC's guest conductor for the band's final performance of the 1996-97 academic year. The performance featured the piece "McKissick's Island," a song written by'Barrett about the Missouri River. Ph t b 1i D a · o o y erry ug n

ten that has a story behind it. Despite composing approximately 1QO pieces, Barrett told the band he has "only done two piec'es that have a story to them. Most of my pieces, I just write something that I think is going to sound okay."

"McKissick's Island" is a piece with

four parts to it. The four parts are, 'The River at 'Dawn,' 'Currents,' 'Storm on the Island' and 'The Triumph of Nature.' McKissick's Island is a parcel of Nemaha County land just outside of Peru that, because of a change of the Missouri River channel, is on the other side of the river.

When asked how he felt about returning to his home to guest conduct, Barrett said, "Anytime you have a ' really pleasant experience somewhere and you have really good memories about a place, and then have the chance to come back and be on the other side of the fence, it's great.''·

Computer club sponsors workshops.,

By Debbie Sailors

"There are over 40,000,000 personal home pages on the Internet," stated Mark Kesh, assistant professor of information management systems, adding, "A lot of companies charge between $500 and $1000 to design a page." Thanks to the Peru State Computer Club, some will learn how to design such a page, avoiding the exorbitant charges of these companies. A workshop to create web pages is being offered by the club Saturday Ma:y 3, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Anyone interested in joining the millions of Americans who are already websited and home-paged is encouraged · to reserve a space at compclub@bobcat.peru.edu or call (402) 872-5305 or (402) 872-2427. Walk-ins are welcome, space

ting. The computer club's web page is accessible at http://www.peru.edu/ -compclub.

"You can't beat the price, either," said Rob Hollis, club president and instructor of the workshop. There is no charge, although donations will be accepted. The workshop is open to all students and faculty, as well as the public. And there are no age or education requirements, so everyone is welcome, from teenagers to senior citizens.

Hollis, freshman management information systems/computer science major, stressed, "If speaks to 'all levels," adding that previolJS workshops have found 10, 13 and 15-year-olds participating. Most recently, the computer club offered seminars on Windows '95, a popular operating system,

and Netscape Navigator, an aid to utilizing Internet services.

Hollis announced that another seminar is being planned on the UNIX operating system, described by both Hollis and Kesh as nearly-universal in its importance in computer applications. The date for the UNIX workshop has not yet been set.

Kesh pointed out that the recent workshops drew a "very positive response" and that participants "appreciated that PSC provided this service to the community." Kesh feels· that the workshops provide a valuable service to the college and community in view of the "ever-changing ogy of the computer world."

Kesh concluded, "I encourage all faculty members, students and citizens to take part in these seminars."

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Frustration finds softball team

By Terry Dugan

"We've been fighting to get every gaJlie in," said Mark Matthews, head coach of Peru State's softball team.

The 11-24 Bobcats have lost approximately 14 games due to the weather. "We've only had two home games, but we had to work hard every time to get the field ready just before the games," said Matthews. · "It's frustrating. We've had fight to get everything we've got."

That frustration may have carried onto the field.

''We realistically should be at around 300,".said Ma!lh,e\vs. "We've played well off defeµsively this year, just not at the same. time. Against Wayne State, we made some errors that brought batters to the plate that should never have gotten there in the first place." Against Wayne State, the Bobcats dropped the first game 2-7 but bounced back to win the second game 6-2 on April 26.

In Crete four days earlier at Doane College, Peru State dropped thefirst 1-9 and managed. to .take the second game 7-5. "Last year it seemed we always won the first game but had a problem with the second. It's just the opposite this year," said Matthews.

Another cause for frustration may · found in the inexperience factor. Only three starters returned from last year's squad-two of them are now

seniors.

"Inexperience does play a key role in mistakes," said Matthews. "When you play-together for a long time, you develop a sense of confidence in each other. We've got good talent; we just ·haven't come together yet."

To add to the list of adversity, the Bobcats practiced inside the Al Wheeler Activity Center well into March due to the weather.

"Defense really struggled early on because we couldn't get outside," said "You do what you can inside. What facilities we had inside were adequate, but you can't hit fly balls to the outfield in the gym."

Where there is tragedy, triumph seems to follow.. Sophomore outfielder Krissy Tatum, according to Matthews, is one who has brought herself up to the next level. Currently, Tatum holds a .340 batting average, two home runs, 17 runs batted in and a .500 slugging percentage.

"Krissy's really picked it up. We had a meeting mid-way through the season, and she agreed that she could pick it up. Since then, she's played very well defensively and offensively," said Matthews.

Freshman outfielder Amanda Praster hasfound'her niche. She leads the team with 40 hits and has batted in 18 runs to go along with her .367 batting average. ·

"She's been steady all year," said Matthews. "She faced some self

doubt early on, but she is limited only by herself." , Matthews saved the highest accolade for senior shortstop Kerry Brandt. "Kerry Brandt is really Peru State softball."

"She's a leader on and off the field," Matthews continued. "I can't even say enough great things about Kerry Brandt. For my whole time coaching at Peru administration, if they want to tie me with Kerry Brandt and say that ii? the program, I'd be very honored. I ')Vish we could have done better as a team for.herand Kelly Muhle, but as athletes; they u"nderstand that losing is· sometimes a part of life."

Brandt's numbers are nothing less than spectacular. She has scored 30 runs, a .415 batting average, nine doubles, ·20 runs batted in, only five strikeouts, a .564 slugging percentage and a .514 on-base percentage.

The Bobcats will play May 2 in the double-elimination sectional tournament. In the first round, they play the College of St. Mary, the number one seed.

Matthews added that the team thanks everyone who came out to support them this year, and he also wished good luck to the two graduating seniors.

"We need to work hard in the offseason. As a program, we're not a one-year wonder; we're a national tournament team," said Matthews.

Football staff coaches winning All-Star tean·

By Terry Dugan

Proving once again that the Peru State College football coaching staff never rests, Head Coach Dick Strittmatter and his assistants coached the Blue squad to a 20-5 victory over the Red team in the third annual National All-Star Bowl College Football Classic in Minneapolis April 26.

Close to 1000 people attended the All-Star Bowl which serves as a showcase for NCAA division II and III as well as NAIA players so that professional scouts can see if they missed a diamond in the rough.

From Peru State, wide receiver Terry Rice, defensive back Scott

Wyers, defensive end Jermaine Sharp and linebacker Jeff Reed played for the Blue team. "All four Peru State players represented our team really well," said Strittmatter.

Rice caught two passes for touchdowns and also threw a pass for 15 yards; Wyers picked off a pass, and Sharpe and Reed made five tackles each. Sharpe also sacked the Red team's quarterback once.

When the Peru State coaching staff arrived in Minnesota, they quickly went to work. They had only three practices the game.

"You put them together the best you can," said Strittmatter. "My staff did a great job-the way they usually do."

"I was amazed by the intensity ' the players that came together in tt two days as well as their outstandin personal traits-the way they repn sented themselves. [They were] ve1 fine young men," said Strittmatter. Only one place kicker was avail ab between the two teams. The kick< for the Red team injured himself ! advance of the All-Star game. Ar cording to Strittmatter, the kick "missed one for us and then made o• at about the same distance for ti other team. After that; our team didn really want him back."

The Peru State Football Boos' Club paid for half of the $300 er. fee per player to compete.

IN A RARE HOME GAME, freshman first baseman Amy Bach! grabs a throw to retire a Hastings player. Heading into tournament· the Bobcats picked up some momentum by splitting games with botl Doane College and Wayne State College.

Photo by Terry Dugai

Wingert, senior pitcher, gives fullextention toard home plate. Peru State participates in sectional urnaments next week.

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Cancellati:ons increase pressure on players

By Terry Dugan

"I don't think confidence is a problem no one in our region has beaten us; we've beaten ourselves," said Dave Teske, head baseball coach.

With sectionals and regionals approaching quickly (sectionals begin May 8 in Sioux City (iA)), the Bobcats need to bring it all together, and Teske believes t;he team is peaking right now.

'_'Hitters carried us early When the pitchers were struggling, but now pitching has come around so we're just waiting on the defense," said Teske.

The Bobcats have averaged 2.5 errors per game this year: Teske believes lack of concentration to be the contributing factor.

"Defense is a lot of repetition, and with the spring being what it is, we haven't been able to get out and take the ground balls in practice," said Teske. "We need to get down and dirty and make the plays."

Peru State split a double header with the current number-one seed in the region, Rockhurst (MO), winning the first game 8-6 but then losing in the second 5-6. A few days earlier, the Bobcats lost to rival Bellevue University 4-5 and 2-1 l.

Like Rockhurst, Peru State "had Bellevue down, too. We just couldn't close the deal," said Teske. This season, many different players have contrib-

uted at different times. This last "It's really hard on them [the playweek, it was Brian Child's turn. ers] with all the traveling-we've had Childs, a senior right fielder, notched to do," said Teske. "Unfortunately, an unreal .700 batting average and a we had a situation last week when the slugging of l.150 which players had to miss three days of qualifies him as "the man," accord- school in one week." ing to Teske. Teske said that academics is a big

"He has a legitimate shot at being concern of his and that education is All-American," Teske said. always in the back of his mind when Teske also commended the play of scheduling and re-scheduling games. senior pitcher Shawn Exner. After ''The faculty has been a great help having elbow surgery last season, with helping our guys stay caught up Exner has been the Bobcats' ace with as much as possible during all our an earned run average of 3.50, a 6-4 rescheduling," said Teske. "However, win/loss record and a six strike out in the future, I hope our players do a per game average. better job working ahead in classes

"He's pitched every tough game for so they are prepared for postponeus this yeat and has not had much ments."

luck-sometimes the scoreboard just · With Mother Natures wrath sagging doesn't show up the right way," said like a heavy load on Peru State athTeske. letics, the players' true determination

With the cruel April weather wreak- shines through not only in the form irtg havoc on the schedule, Peru State of desire on the diamond but also in has had to scramble and to resched- determination to win the mental game ule many games, forcing the Bobcats in the classroom. That's. what college to play a lot of away games. athletics is all about.

needs to dump the spittoon

· This issue I decided not to talk ing shoulder which hampered his per-

>0ut something that will upset any- formance.

.e for a change. Yet it is still a se- People may laugh when they see the

>)US issue that affects many people drug rehab example, but just ask any; this campus as well as in Major one who chews how easy it is to quit.

Baseball and other profes- Ask me and I' II tell you that tobacco

Jnal sports. I'm talking about the is addictive and is a drug.

_;!of tobacco and mainly smoke- Steps have been taken at the lower tobacco, snuff; or chew. levels of baseball to prevent its use.

bring up the issue because for the Tobacco has been banned from .all

·st time in baseball history a player farm clubs, in all divisions of college B gone on the disabled list because baseball, and minor baseball (legion

, tobacco use. Last season Brett and Babe leagues). But how ef-

!1tler retired for a year because he fective can those be?

1d cancer, but that wasn't proven Kids still tum on the TV and see be from using tobacco early in his Harry Bonds, Cecil Fielder, Gary '•eer. But Pitcher Pete Harnisch Sheffield, or Albert Belle with huge

;nt on- the DL a few weeks ago dips in their lip. It is a good'idea to

_tause he was trying to quit chew- try to stop minor leaguers from using He found that he was afflicted snuff, but what about the guys that all th drastic mood swings and could the kids look up to?

t mentally prepare himself to pitch A recent survey of major league ball situations. players showed that 40% of them cur-

R'nother example was brought up rently use some form of tobacco while Harnisch went on the DL. Re- over 70% have used it at some time

')itcher'frr>v Percival of the Ana- in their career. If baseball wants to n Angels 1,,i1ecked himself into prevent the use of smokeless tobacco, over the off-season after they should ban it from the major

·s found that he was addicted to leagues.

•cco and caffeine. He was drink- Some steps have been taken to try a 6-pack of Coke before each and scare some of the big leaguers e and then drinking seven cups into quitting. Former players Joe ')ffee while the game was being Garagiola and Bill Tuttle attended yed while also chewing. This led spring training this year to show off : circulation problem in his pitch- Tuttle's grotesque results of chewing

tobacco. He had a gigantic tumor removed from the right side of his face leaving him disfigured. If any of you have the desire to see this or to quit chewing, head down to the nurses office and look at his picture on the wall in the hallway. His speech may be what more of the big leaguers need to hear. Pete Harnisch said it was because of seeing the effects chewing had on Tuttle that he is trying to .quit. But the problem is the presentation was directed towards the young minor league kids and not the established veterans. So of course they w6uldn 't show up since it would seemingly be a waste of their time.

I'm not sure what needs to be done, but I know that the little label on the can of chew saying "This product may cause cancer" didn't prevent me from trying it. I'm sure a lot of the kids out on the ball fields in North America won't care either if they think it will make them look like one of their heroes.

Since this is the last issue of the year, I would like to remind everybody that the showdown to see who is ''The World's Fastest Man" takes place May 31. Have a look and see if NBC and the Associated Press will eat their words if a Canadian crosses the finish line first.

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One last look

Local band Alters their Focus on 'driving' sophomore release

Several new albums by notable acts are out or in the works. The next six to nine months will see new material by everybody from Neil Young to Metallica. First off though, local darlings Altered Focus finally got their new CD out.

Big Chunk 0' Sumthin, Altered Focus's second release, was finally made available following complications with the artwork. This album shows the band to have changed since their first release, Dripping With Cheese. Dripping With Cl:zeese was an alternative album that didn't need speed or distortion. The tunes were catchy and had an original

sound.

The new album features two remakes of those old tracks, "The Awakening" and "Never Goin' Back," but the band has re-altered their focus. This is evident on the album's first track "Come Right Through."

This song has a drive to it that previous Altered Focus tracks did not. It also contains a jazzy recollection of AC/DC's "Bad Boy Boogie."

Another standout track, "Quasimoto" recalls another classic song. The guitar sounds like the intro to" Attitude" by the Misfits, an early hard-core band fronted by Glenn Danzig.

"Quasimoto" is another track that would have seemed out of place on the last album. Other songs like '<Bowl:· 30" and "Wallow" also show the change which leans towards embracing popular alternative music. Tracks like "Up To Me" and "Discarded" contain more of the older sound. Overall, ·Big Chunk O' Swnthin' still has that original sound withthe distinctive guitar. The CD is worth the ten bucks, so grab it if you can, and if we're lucky Dripping With Cheese will come out on CD as well.

Several other important releases are coming out as well. By the time you read this Ozzfest- Live! will have hit the racks. The songs

THE L IFE AND TIMES OF D IESEL D OG

5. 6. 7.

The break away wall near T.J. Majors.

Being able to use my power in bad ways oops.

The keen scheduling of classes at the same time. It's a place where everybody knows your name, address, serial number and the person you accidently went home with last night.

On campus parties (non-alcoholic, of course).

Great seats at every sporting event.

When your stuff gets stolen, it disappears like every other major metropolis.

8. Like living in South America, but without the fear of the soccer mafia.

9. The ever growing selection of cable TV channels.

are by bands that appeared on the touring metal festival. It will include tracks by Ozzy, Slayer, Biohazard, Sepultura, Fear Factory and more.

Due out in June is Generation Swine, the new album by the reunited Motley Crue. It is sure to be an interesting effort that many have anticipated for a long time.

Neil Young fans will want to check out the new movie and double disc set also due out in June. They are both titled Year Of The Horse and will contain material from the Broken A11ow tour last year.

Later this year albums are due from both Metallica, the Led Zep

boys Jimmy Page and Rober· Plant, and possibly Guns l\ Roses if the original member could get together and fire Ax Rose.

To answer last issue's qui question, Angus and Malco1: Young have been the only cor stant members of AC/DC. An for Herman, the dedicated qu master, here's a toughie: "Whe.1 Cliff Burton joined Metallic. who did he replace?"

This is my final installment< Cornerstone. It's been a fv ride. Thanks to the editors wb let me write it and those of ye who read it. "Hail, Hail Ro< N' Roll!!!" - C. Berry.

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