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Friday, October 1, 2004

15TH STREET

RSC celebrates democracy. See story, page 2.

Briefly Speaking....

NEWS

Towards what cure are they racing? See story page 6

Rose State College 6420 SE 15th Street, Midwest City, OK 73110 Vol. XXXIV Issue 5

Students learn civic protocol, voting process

Healthy Relationships Workshop

A workshop, sponsored by Special Services and Student Outreach as part of the Life’s Insights series, will focus on healthy relationships. The workshop will be led by George Young, trainer for the Oklahoma Marriage Initiative. He will offer tips for a healthy relationship. The workshop will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 6 from 12:15-1:30 p.m. There will also be a three-week “Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program” workshop set for the weeks of Oct. 12, 19 and 26 from 6-9 p.m. All workshops will be held in the Learning Resources Center room 110. For more information on these workshops or to reserve a seat for the Oct. 6 workshop, call 733-7373.

Sara Nealey

News Editor

Del City Library Programs

Dr. Brad Jackson, professor of Engineering Sciences, will be at the Del City Library (located inside the Del City Community Center at 4509 S.E. 15th St.) on Oct. 9 at 2 p.m. Jackson has designed a segment entitled “Sensational Blob Hour II” to teach children, ages 6-12, how to make his own brand of silly putty. The library will also hold PreSchool Aerobics on Oct. 7 from 6:30-7 p.m. for children ages 1-4 and their caregivers.

Another event at the library will be PlayTime, for infants at least 6 months old and children to the age of 3, with Julie Westerheide of Rainbow Fleet.

For more information, call 672-1377.

Information Sessions

Project Success and the Health Sciences Program Information Sessions will be held 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 12 in the Main Dining Room, located in the Student Center.

These sessions were designed to help students gain insight from faculty in their major, obtain recommendations for their class schedule, learn more about career opportunities and about transfer opportunities from faculty in their major.

There will also be specialized sessions at 12:30 p.m. for students pursuing health sciences majors.

Dates for Universities at the Transfer Center

A representative from the University of Central Oklahoma will now be at the University Transfer Center at RSC in the Student Services Building, Academic Advisement, Room 100D every Thursday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Representatives from the University of Oklahoma (Norman Campus) will be at the Center Sept. 20 and 27, Oct. 4 and 8, Nov. 1 and 15 and Dec. 6 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. An OU (Health Sciences) representative will be on campus Oct. 7, Nov. 4 and Dec. 2 from 1-4 p.m. Oklahoma State University’s representative will be at the center Sept. 28, Oct. 13 and 27 and Nov. 10 from 11 a.m.1 p.m. Representatives can help students decide which classes to take before transferring with an associate’s degree.

Accepting Applications for Academic Team

The All-USA Community and Junior College Academic Team is now accepting applications through Nov. 3. Nominees should have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and should be part-or full-time student at RSC. This is a merit award based on the accomplishments of students while at a community college.

RSC will selct two students to be sent to the national level, with 60 students nationwide selected to make-up three teams comprised of 20 members each . Application forms can be picked up in Humanities, Room 112. For more information, contact Sherri Mussatto at smussatto@rose.edu

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October 1, 2004

Students learn the essentials of voting inside the Main Dining Room in the Student Center at the Mechanics of Voting Workshop on Sept. 29. RSC also participated in a voter registration contest against other institutions of higher education. (Photo by Kenneth Beachler)

Students, faculty, staff and the public had the opportunity to learn how to vote in a workshop that took place on Sept. 28 and 29 in the Main Dining Room in the Student Center.

Sue Tiller, political science instructor, and Jean Dunlap, coordinator of Service-Learning, collaborated to organize a workshop that educates students on the mechanics of voting.

“Sue Tiller visited with me, and she told me that she had students that did not know how to vote,” said Dunlap.

Carol Morris, training coordinator of the Oklahoma State Election Board, came to RSC to make two presentations that taught interested persons the mechanics of voting.

This was beneficial not only for those who did not know anything about how one should vote, but also for those who have been voting for years.

“Sheʼs really good. There were things that I did not know,” said Dunlap.

Topics covered included what one should do if he or she fills out a ballot incorrectly and how to avoid long lines of people by filling out an absentee ballot on a weekend. If a person cannot take enough time away from work or school on the election day to vote, he or she can simply fill out an absentee ballot.

The Oklahoma State Election Boardʼs Web site has sample ballots for the public to view.

Also available on the Web site is a list of candidates and the status of a current election. Unofficial results will be displayed after the poles close on the day of the presidential election.

RSC also held a voter registration contest for higher education institutions. Students, faculty and staff that had not yet registered to vote could do so on Sept. 29 and 30. Tables were set up in the Social Sciences building and in the Student Center. RSC was in competition with other schools to try to register the most people to vote. Students that missed the voter registration drive can go to the Oklahoma State Election Boardʼs Web site and fill out an application to register.

The “How To Vote” presentation was sponsored by RSCʼs political science department and Service-Learning, and the voter registration drive was sponsored by RSCʼs Vocal Oklahomans in Civic Engagement, Student Life and Service-Learning.

For more information on the Service-Learning program, contact Dunlap at 733-7529. For more information on voting in Oklahoma, visit the Oklahoma State Election Boardʼs Web site at www.state.ok/~elections/.

Grant advances cyber security Darcy Delaney Editor in Chief

Oklahoma will now, due to a $3 million grant from the National Science Foundation, be the home of the nationʼs first Advanced Technology Education Center of Excellence. The grant will create new jobs and improve cyber security for Oklahoma businesses, government and law enforcement agencies.

The center will be “the nationʼs second for cyber security education and workforce development” and the “center [will be the] first in the country to emphasize the emerging field of digital forensics,” reported a press release from the State Capitol.

“It is meant to become the Regional center for cyber security,” said Ken Dewey, professor of business and Internet technology.

Currently RSC does not have a degree program in cyber security, however they do offer several classes for students to receive a degree in Networking with a Cyber Security option. Students can also obtain a Networking Cyber Security Certificate, but with the new grant RSC is hoping to be able to create a degree program.

“We want to be able to have a new two-year degree program in cyber security by March,” said Dewey.

Dewey is also hoping to be able to offer a certificate that was established by the Networking Security Telecommunications and Information Systems Security Committee, which was created to set certain standards for Information Systems Security Professionals.

“The Networking Cyber Security Certificate will prepare students for the National Training

Standard for system administration in Information Systems Security Certification exams (NSTISSI 4011-4015) and the Certified Information System Security Professional Exam,” said Dewey. “If we get that we will be the second two-year institution [in the nation] to offer these certifications.”

RSC currently has 47 students enrolled in three different Cyber Security courses and over 300 majors in Computers and Information Technology (CIT) and Networking Programs. Once the associateʼs degree program is implemented these students would have the chance of receiving a fullride scholarship to the University of Tulsa.

“Tulsa is the No. 1 institution in the country,” said Dewey.

Dewey has completed a year of residency at the University of Tulsa and has earned his certification credentials. His wife, Eileen, professor of business and Internet technology, as well as Professor Arlene Haynes, are currently in residency for their certification at the University also.

“They have a 100 percent job placement [after certification],” said Eileen. “Our program is modeled after theirs.”

A consortium of community colleges, CareerTech centers and the University of Tulsa has been awarded the NSFʼs Advanced Technology Education Center designation, which will provide funds for education and workforce development programs in Oklahoma and neighboring states over a fouryear period.

The following educational institutions will be participating: Central Tech, Drumright; MooreNorman Technology Center; Francis Tuttle Technology Center, Oklahoma City; RSC; Oklahoma

City Community College, Tulsa Community; Oklahoma State University-Okmulgee, with the University of Tulsa as the lead training and entity mentor.

“The consortium will establish similar programs at six additional CareerTech centers and 14 community colleges in Oklahoma,” reported the press release.

“The cyber security grant goes a long way toward making Oklahoma a world leader in IT education,” said Jeff McCurdy, networking-cyber security option major.

Professor Ken Dewey shows Joey Brunson and Donald McCullough the proper way to track a suspicious email during a recent Forensics lab.

(Photo provided by Dewey)

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Intercultural Day

The month of October has been recognized as cultural diversity month by most colleges and universities. As part of this, RSC will be promoting intercultural awareness throughout the month. RSC has also designated Oct. 14 as Intercultural Day for students, faculty and staff. To celebrate the day, several events have been planned by the student senate, Student Activities and Intercultural Education. The event will include intercultural/multicultural music, entertainment and food as well as cuisine from several different cultures available for tastetesting. Student clubs and organizations, faculty and staff will also be able to dress in attire representing their chosen culture. Student clubs and organizations are also allowed to create an exhibit to display for a prize.

Students may also submit a display, which will be showcased throughout the month. Entertainment for the event will include Jahruba-African drums and Caribbean music, Brazilian jazz, Scottish bagpipes and Native American songs and dances. Students from RSC’s Adopted Schools, Willow Brook and Telstar, as well as students from Steed Elementary will also be in attendance for the event. The activities will begin at 9:15 a.m. and will end at 1:30 p.m. in the Campus Mall.

For more information on the event or to set up a display, contact Senethia Manuel at 733-6393.

RSC on OETA

In conjunction with the Council of Presidents, the Higher Education Alumni Council of Oklahoma has revived the old Candid Campus program. OETA will be airing shows throughout the year that feature segments on special activities on the State System campuses. Three segments will feature RSC professors and staff members and will be aired on the dates listed below.

Nov. 1 at 10 p.m. - Physics Program with Professors Jim Gilbert and Chad Ellington Nov. 8 at 10:30 p.m. - Aquatics Center with Kim Queri Nov. 22 at 10:30 p.m. - RSC and TAFB Training Programs with Associate Vice President Francis Hendrix

Professor addresses censorship

Sara Nealey

News Editor

The Friends of the Library Clubʼs guest speaker, Speech/Drama Professor Renee Reeves, talked about censorship in drama on Sept. 27.

The speech, open to the public, took place in the Learning Resources Center at 6 p.m. Following introductions, cookies and drinks, Reeves began her presentation.

Reeves began by talking about changes that occurred in censored works by the English playwright William Shakespeare. Harriet Bowdler began a volume of what was called “The Family Shakespeare,” and her censorship of these works became known as “Bowdlerism.”

“The Family Shakespeare” changed such Shakespearean plays as Romeo and Juliet, changing Julietʼs age from 13 to 17.

According to Reeves, censorship was present as early as ancient Greece. She informed the audience that modern-day censorship and ancient censorship were generally concerned with the same subjects: sexual and religious issues.

The Renaissance had a great impact on drama and censorship. Queen Elizabeth I made her first decree in 1558: No play can be political or religious in nature. This led to a new era of plays no longer

HELP WANTED AMF Sunny Lanes Bowling Center

Sunny Lanes, located at 4330 S.E. 15 in Del City, is in need of lane servers and snack bar help. Lane servers (floor waitresses) take food and drink orders as well as bring the orders to the customers. They should be at least 21 in order to serve beer, outgoing, not shy and be able to work in sales. The snack bar helper should have food experience and one applying for either position should be able to work nights and weekends. The bowling center is not a smoky atmosphere, clean and a good environment. To apply, visit the center to fill out an application and set up an interview.

Boy Scouts of America

RSC and Boy Scouts of America are looking for an organized self-starter committed to work with RSC’s Adopted Schools. Scouting experience is preferred, but not required. Must be enrolled in 12 credit hours, maintain a 2.5 GPA and commit to approximately four hours a week in the planning, implementation and leadership of Scouting Units. Leadership training and a $400 cash award stipend are available. For more information, contact Dr. Joanne McMillen, director of Special Services and Student Outreach, at 733-7373.

Sooner Shuttle Available

Metro Transit is now providing a “curb-to-curb” shuttle to all OU home games to allow fans to avoid traffic and congestion on the way to and from games. The shuttles will be located at Crossroads Mall in OKC and at Lloyd Noble in Norman. Each shuttle will begin three hours before the game and will continue until one hour after the game. Passes for the Crossroads Mall shuttle must be purchased in advance from Crossroads Mall Customer Service Desk and passes for the Lloyd Noble shuttle must be purchased a the door of the Lloyd Noble Center on game days only. Crossroads passes are $5 for a single game and $25 for a season passes. Llyod Noble passes are $2 for single game passes. For more information on the shuttles and where the stops are located, call 235-RIDE or visit www.gometro.org.

teaching moral values or making statements; rather, theater became entertaining.

In the late 1800s, a man by the name of Anthony Comstock began a crusade against what he considered to be obscene.

This led to the Comstock Law of 1873.

Comstock, a member of the New York SociReeves speaks on censorship at ety for the last week’s Friends of the Library S u p p r e s meeting. (Photo by Jon Rollman) sion of Vice, took action against many, driving several people to suicide.

The Comstock law also made the publication of anything about abortion and the prevention of contraception illegal. Reeves said that the law is still in effect, but it is not enforced.

According to the American Library Association Web site (www.ala.org), “[Banned Books Week] reminds Americans not to take [the freedom to read] for granted,” as books are still being threatened in the 21st century. The Web site lists the following books as those included in the large number of challenged literature: The “Harry Potter” series, by J.K. Rowling, for possible references to witchcraft; “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,” by Mark Twain, for language; a sex education book entitled, “Itʼs Perfectly Normal,” by Robbie Harris, for its explicit nature; and “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,” by Maya Angelou, for references to rape.

“Libraries have always been about having access to information, and we try to have books that have different opinions available; it is just a time that we can focus on having freedom to read, that we really do want to have access to information. That is what is so great about a democracy, that we can access resources and make up our own mind; we are not just told what to think,” said Sharon Saulmon, director of the LRC. The last week of every September is Banned Books Week.

Dinner offers “meat” and greet Travis Tucker Sports Editor

RSC employees were given an opportunity to socialize and meet other employees Friday, Sept. 24, in the “Celebrate Democracy - Vote” dinner.

All employees, from full-time faculty and staff to work-study staff, were encouraged to visit the cashierʼs window in the Administration building to receive up to two tickets, free of charge, to admit themselves and one guest to the buffet meal. Additional tickets were also available for $3 for those who have larger families.

The tickets were used as an RSVP system to give the caterers an idea of how many they would

Free Lunch

Every Wednesday at 12 p.m. in the Baptist College Ministries building, just West of the Student Center and East of the Communications Center, people will be serving free lunches to students, faculty or staff who attend a short devotion. For more information, call 737-2922.

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Colin Dake enjoys the afternoon with his family.

(Photo by Jon Rollman)

be feeding. Approximately half the employees from RSC went to the dinner, with over 570 tickets being given out.

The food, catered by Finleys, included a barbecue buffet with heavy cheese au gratin potatoes, German coleslaw, baked beans, chicken, Polish

Hundreds of staff and their families relish the food, music, fun and games at the “Celebrate Democracy - Vote” employee dinner. (Photo by Jon Rollman)

sausage and brisket. Over 1,000 pounds of brisket were available for the 600 plus expected employees.

This event was catered so that those employees who work in food services could enjoy the event without having to prepare and serve the meal.

“All of the other events [on campus] are catered by the RSC food services, so that is why we cater this event so that they can enjoy the event with their fellow employees without having to cook, serve and clean,” said Dr. James Cook, president of RSC. Cook believes many times on large campuses, employees park close and have a tendency to leave after class. The annual cookout was designed to be a bonding experience for RSC employees.

“The more opportunities we have to get people together in a social event to get to know each other as a person and not as a title, the better off the organization is,” stated Cook.

The theme behind this yearʼs dinner was “Celebrate Democracy – Vote.” For the most part it was simply a chance for the employees to relax

New Writing Lab location Daniel Cunning Assignment Editor

Finding a location on campus to hop onto a computer and start using software to complete assignments typically is not a difficult task. A problem did exist, however, with the Writing Lab. There were no stand-out problems that prompted the Writing Lab to move. However, a few small problems that existed included a hard-to-find location and sharing the lab with a classroom.

The new lab will offer more convenient hours and a quieter environment. Faculty members will also be present to help students with assignments they are working on in the lab. The new hours will have the lab open for nearly 30 hours a week.

The faculty members are Dr. Zahra Karimipour, Jeff Conkin and Marc(Photo by Devin Horst) quitta Hamm.

Along with the new hours and available help from faculty, the lab will also have some evening hours for students unable to find time to come to campus in the morning. The addition of the on-site help will add more benefits to finishing work on campus.

While the faculty working in the lab cannot proofread any work, they will be more than happy to assist with specific questions regarding proper English and correct format.

Software tutorials are also available on the computers to teach students the ideal way to work with the computers. The tutorials cover grammar and writing as well.

Sandra Keneda, professor of humanities, said, “We can work with the students one-on-one [and] then we can reinforce that instruction by suggesting software tutorials.”

Keneda also described the different levels of tutorials ranging from the “very basic” to subjects that are “more complex.” These software

and have a nice meal together outdoors.

Usually the meal is held in the Campus Mall, but due to the recent rain, concerns were voiced about the chairs and tables possibly losing footing to the soft ground.

So, for the first time, the event was held in the breezeway between the Fine Arts building and the Health & Physical Education building.

Finleys’ caterers rush to prepare for the hundreds of people set to attend. (Photo by Jon Rollman)

Tutor of the Week

(Photo by Devin Horst)

tutorials will cover everything from what a noun or verb is to subject-verb agreement and comma splices.

The Writing Lab has six brand new computers as well as the option of sending students to the room next door where 24 more computers will be available.

Keneda said, “What we are finding is that students are interacting more with the lab instructors by having moved to the smaller, more friendly room.”

An important issue Keneda wanted to make clear is that the lab is free to students when they wish to use it. For more information, students can call Sandra Keneda at 733-7384, by visit Room 108 in the Humanities building.

Lab Hours • Monday and Wednesday 12-4 p.m. & 5-8 p.m.

•Tuesday and Thursday 10-4 p.m.

Theresa Ferguson Art therapy major

The Oct. 1 Adopted Schools Tutor of the Week for is Theresa Ferguson.

She tutors children in one-to-one tutoring in all subjects and has tutored 12 children.

“I like kids and I will be working with them in my major,” said Ferguson.

“They still want to learn.”

Abbreviation Guide

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• Victory Fellowship Church service at 9 a.m. (TSC Auditorium) • Victory Fellowship Church service at 5 p.m. (TSC Auditorium)

• Victory Fellowship Church service at 9 a.m. (TSC Auditorium) • Victory Fellowship Church service at 5 p.m. (TSC Auditorium)

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• Victory Fellowship Church service at 9 a.m. (TSC Auditorium) • Victory Fellowship Church service at 5 p.m. (TSC Auditorium)

• Victory Fellowship Church service at 9 a.m. (TSC Auditorium) • Victory Fellowship Church service at 5 p.m. (TSC Auditorium)

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• Victory Fellowship Church service at 9 a.m. (TSC Auditorium) • Victory Fellowship Church service at 5 p.m. (TSC Auditorium)

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• Rotary of MWC meeting at 11:30 a.m. (RR) • Home School Set Up at 2 p.m. (entire building)

• Rotary of MWC meeting at 11:30 a.m. (RR) • Mary Kay workshop at 6 p.m. (TTR) • TAFB Officials Assoc. workshop at 6 p.m. (TSC Auditorium) • Toastmasters International Club meeting at 6 p.m.

(SC123) • Gideon’s International dinner at 6:30 p.m. (RR) • Gideon’s International meeting at 7 p.m. (FdR)

• Southwind Construction meeting at 8 a.m. (FR) • New Student Orientation at 10 a.m. (TTR) • Rotary of MWC meeting at 11:30 a.m. (RR) • TAFB Officials Assoc. workshop at 6 p.m.

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• Auditors meeting at 7 a.m. (FdR) • Rotary of MWC meeting at 11:30 a.m. (RR) • Mary Kay workshop at 6 p.m. (TTR) • TAFB Officials Assoc. workshop at 6 p.m. (TSC Auditorium) • Toastmasters International Club meeting at 6 p.m. (SC123)

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Tuesday

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• TALENT Club meeting at 11 a.m. (SC123) • Home School/Student Development workshop at 2 p.m. (MDR, FR, TTR, RR) • Student Senate meeting at 2 p.m. (SC123)

• Flu Shots at 10 a.m. (RR) • Student Senate meeting at 2 p.m. (SC123) • MKL Breakfast Committee meeting at 3:30 p.m.

(FR) • Gideon’s International dinner at 6:30 p.m. (RR) • Zonta banquet at 6:30 p.m. (TTR) • Gideon’s International meeting at 7 p.m. (FdR)

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• Project Success II at 10 a.m. (RR) • Project Success I at 11 a.m. (MDR and FL) • Health/Environment al Science Division information sessions at 12:15 p.m. (FdR, RR, FR, West MDR) • Student Senate meeting at 2 p.m. (SC123) • Health/Environment al Science Division information sessions at 7:15 p.m. (FdR, RR, FR, West MDR)

•Auditors meeting at 7 a.m. (FdR) •Gung Ho meeting at 1 p.m. (TTR) •Student Senate meeting at 2 p.m. (SC123) •Grant Writing meeting at 5:30 p.m. (RR) • O k l a . C o u n t y S h e r i f f ’s A s s o c . meeting at 7 p.m. (TSC Auditorium)

RCR - Regents’ Conference Room RR - Raider Room SC - Student Center SSB - Student Services Building TSC - Tom Steed Center TTR - Tinker Terrace Room

Monday

ADM-RCR - Administration building, Regents’ Conference Room CC-PAT - Communications Center - Performing Arts Theatre FdR - Founders Room FL - Faculty Lounge FR - Fountain Room HBAT - H.B. Atkinson Theatre HPER - Health, Physical Education and Recreation LRC - Learning Resources Center MDR - Main Dining Room

Sunday

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• American Indian Assoc. meeting at 12 p.m.

(SC123) • Del City Kiwanis & MWC Optimist meeting at 12 p.m. (RR) • International Students Cub meeting at 1:15 p.m. (SC123) • Specialized Investments seminar at 2 p.m.

(TTR) • Chess Club meeting at 3 p.m. (East MDR) • Specialized Investments seminar at 6:30 p.m.

(TTR)

• Flu Shots at 10 a.m. (TTR) • American Indian Assoc. meeting at 12 p.m.

(SC123) • Del City Kiwanis meeting at 12 p.m. (RR) • MWC Optimist Club meeting at 12 p.m. (FR) • International Students Club meeting at 1:15 p.m.

(SC123) • Chess Club meeting at 3 p.m. (East MDR) • TEACH Club meeting at 4:30 p.m. (SC123)

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• TAFV “MSETM” Program workshop at 8 a.m.

(TSC Auditorium) • American Indian Assoc. meeting at 12 p.m.

(SC123) • Del City Kiwanis meeting at 12 p.m. (RR) • MWC Optimist Club meeting at 12 p.m. (FR) • International Students Club meeting at 1:15 p.m.

(SC123) • Chess Club meeting at 3 p.m. (East MDR)

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• Auditors meeting at 7 a.m. (FdR) • OKC Economic Round Table luncheon at 11:30 a.m. (TTR) • “Finish What You Start” workshop at 12 p.m. (West MDR) • American Indian Assoc. meeting at 12 p.m. (SC123) • Del City Kiwanis meeting at 12 p.m. (RR) • MWC Optimist Club meeting at 12 p.m. (FR) • International Student Club meeting at 1:15 p.m.

(SC123) • Chess Club meeting at 3 p.m. (East MDR) • TEACH Club meeting at 4:30 p.m. (SC123) • MWC Optimist Installation of Officers banquet at 5:30 p.m. (TTR)

Wednesday

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• Kiwanis of MWC meeting at 11:30 a.m. (TTR) • Society of Military Engineers luncheon at 12 a.m. (RR) • ERCC Ice Cream Social at 1:30 p.m. (West MDR, TTR) • Halloween Setup at 2 p.m. (entire building)

• Kiwanis of MWC meeting at 11:30 a.m. (TTR) • RSC Regent’s meeting at 11:30 a.m. (ADM204RCR) •Okla. Dental Hygiene Assoc. workshop at 6 p.m.

(TSC Auditorium)

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• Intercultural Day at 8 a.m. (MDR, FR, TTR) • Okla. Assisted Living Assoc. workshop at 9 a.m.

(TSC Auditorium) • Kiwanis of MWC meeting at 11:30 a.m. (TTR) • Abled Disabled Club meeting at 12:30 p.m.

(SC123) • Big Teepee meeting at 7 p.m. (FR) • OACES meeting at 7 p.m. (TSC Auditorium)

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• Auditors meeting at 7 a.m. (FdR) • Foundation breakfast at 7:30 a.m. (RR) • Clinical Laboratory Technician Dade Behring seminar at 8 a.m. (TSC Auditorium) • Kiwanis of MWC meeting at 11:30 a.m. (TTR) • MWC Rotary board meeting at 11:30 a.m. (FR) • Dade Behring workshop luncheon at 12 p.m. (RR) • Student Senate Executive Board luncheon at 12:30 p.m. (SSB Conf. Room 2nd floor) • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society meeting at 2 p.m.

(SC123) • Dinner Theatre at 5 p.m. (MDR) • Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle concert at 7 p.m.

(CC-PAT)

Thursday

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• President’s Council meeting at 9 a.m.

(ADM204-RCR) • Captioning workshop/luncheon at 12 p.m.

(FdR) • Black Student Assoc. meeting at 1 p.m.

(SC123) • Community Halloween Party at 7 p.m.

(MDR, TTR, FR, RR)

• President’s Council meeting at 9 a.m.

(ADM204-RCR)

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• Gung Ho workshop at 9 a.m. (TTR) • President’s Council meeting at 9 a.m.

(ADM204-RCR) • Phi Theta Kappa Induction workshop at 2 p.m. (TSC Auditorium) • Phi Theta Kappa meeting at 2 p.m. (SC123)

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• Auditors meeting at 7 a.m. (FdR) • President’s Council meeting at 9 a.m.

(ADM204-RCR) • Black Students Assoc. meeting at 1 p.m.

(SC123)

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• Auditors meeting at 7 a.m. (FdR) • Gung Ho meeting at 9 a.m. (TTR) • Okla. Corp. Commission Transportation workshop at 9 a.m. (TSC Auditorium) • President’s Council meeting at 9 a.m.

(ADM204-RCR) • Phi Theta Kappa meeting at 2 p.m.

(SC123)

Friday

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• Court Reporting testing at 7 a.m. (MDR) • Phi Theta Kappa Induction workshop at 1 p.m. (TSC Auditorium and various rooms) • Miss RSC/MWC Scholarship Pageant 7 p.m. (CC-PAT)

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• Metro Professional Photographers • Assoc. meeting at 8 a.m. (TSC Auditorium) • High School Social Studies Bowl at 8:30 a.m. (Social Sciences building) • Global Okla. at 10 a.m. (Campus Mall, HPER and Student Center)

Saturday

Voices

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Editor shares views about posers Darcy Delaney Editor in Chief

Lately, there have been several people asking me to write on the subject of posers (people who claim to be something that they are not).

When I was in high school, I was obsessed with - I mean completely and totally crazy about - the entire grunge and punk scene. On a normal day, I would wear menʼs jeans purchased from thrift stores that I tore holes in and I would pair thm with a T-shirt usually a little boyʼs plain white shirt with different sayings on it that I had written with black magic marker - and nearly always wore Chuckʼs.

However, growing up in a small town, I still had friends that were preppy. One of my best friends to this day is a 5ʼ11” blonde-haired sorority girl at OU. I never thought anything about it; she was my best friend. Whenever we would go out I wore my grunge get up as a 5ʼ1” brunette (or red-head on occasion) and she would wear her khaki skirt, collared shirt and a pair of high heels.

However, my dad hated the fact that I loved

this style. Anytime I would go anywhere in public with him he would ask me if I needed money for new jeans and would laugh and try to play it off as though it was just a joke.

I soon realized that I should probably expand my horizons and dress differently on occasion.

What I am about to say, I would have never said then, but “it is okay to do this without being considered a poser.”

I am not a cowgirl, but on occasion I wear vintage boots, I am not a skater, but on occasion I wear Etnies. My point is that it is okay to do this and not be considered a poser.

What one should not do is “act” punk, “act” like a hippie or “act” like a skater. It is not okay to pretend to be something that you are not. If you buy Etnies and try to learn how to skate, you are not a poser, but if you look like you could be a poster child for Hot Topic or Fast Forward, then you might want to rethink your outfit - do not dress in excess, you will only look like a fool and at that point you will be a “poser.”

Braving the pole

perfect their pelvic thrust. These scantily clad Volunteer writer men perform choreographic moves in synThey are covered in oil from head to toe chronized dance numbers with several other with nothing but a headband around the half dressed men. mid-section, performing moves that would These men also make a difference in their make a nun blush. These men perform death community. Some of the dancers volunteer defying pole tricks covered in baby oil in their time at nursing homes. The dancers often order to please their fans. These men are the bring smiles to the womenʼs faces. heroes of America. These Another characteristic of The men of men are ... the Chippendale the Chippendale dancers is dancers. Dressed only in a Chippendales often that none of the men share the sophisticated bow tie and a same physical appearance. impersonate firemen, g-string, the men of ChipThis allows the ensemble of pendales delight crowds all a n d w h i l e b o t h dancers to appeal to women over the United States and of all ages and races. Each will be in OKC at Fritzies wear firemen suits, dancer has his own distinct Music Hall on Oct. 2.

Chippendales have look and style.

While these men work, For example, there is one they must sometimes a tendency to heat dancer that resembles Fadodge the rapid fire of bio, and one that looks like things up rather than hands aiming toward their Wesley Snipes. For many lower regions and manage cool things down. “ women it is like going to a to free themselves from dog buffet of men, they have the piles of women. opportunity to choose their Many Americans often classify firemen favorite one. as heroes. The men of Chippendales often However, not everyone appreciates the impersonate firemen, and while both wear Chippendales, especially men. Most men firemen suits, Chippendales have a tendency seem to be jealous of the dancersʼ muscular to heat things up rather than cool things physique. Many men feel that if they went out down. onto that stage, they would look like Chris The men of Chippendales play many other Farley when he performed his interpretation roles in their act. Some of their uniforms in- of a Chippendales dancer on an episode of clude cop suits, doctor outfits and milkmen. Saturday Night Live.

But, one of the most popular outfits among Jeremy Warren, physical therapy major, the crowd is cowboy get-up which consists like most men, does not want to be a Chipof only cowboy boots and a lasso. pendales dancer.

Most people think that any man who perHowever, the women of Oklahoma no lonforms at bachelorette parties or any amateur ger have to hold their breath as the men of could just walk in off the streets and do the Chippendales perform in OKC on Oct. 2 at job. However, what these people do not Fritzies Music Hall. One can purchase tickets realize is that most of the Chippendales are for $17.50 at local Homeland stores. classically trained dancers. They have spent For more information on Chippendales, visit years learning how to gyrate their hips and www.chippendales.com.

Sidewalk Talk “Who would you like to see perform at RSC and why?”

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“I would have to say The Eagles. I would love to see them come to RSC and perform some of their music. Theyʼre really good performers.” Kelsi Gunn, radiology major

“I would love to see my man, Andre 3000 perform at RSC. Why, you ask? Because he is, by far, the greatest rap artist of all time. Even better than Tupac and Biggie.”

Harry Underwood, undecided major

“I would like to see Lightning Bolt perform at RSC. They are the most important band in rock right now and it would be a dream come true to see them live.”

Joe Cook, liberal studies major

I would kind of like to see System of a Down perform at RSC, because they are a personal source of inspiration as well as lyrical geniuses.” Kyle “kiwi” Mears, preprofessional health major

“I would like to see Pat Green, because he is a great singer and puts on great shows.”

Jennifer Nichols, biology

“ I would like to see Jadakiss come to Rose, because heʼs talking about the real world, such as politics and how we can make a difference in the world. You know, try to make a better place.” Tiffany Henry, criminal justice major

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Reception covers leadership skills Sports Editor

Taurus April20-May 20… Oops! You were accidentally run over by a 12,000 pound freight truck! Not to worry, friend. You had a full package of Mentos candies in your back pocket. Whew!

That was a close one.

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Gemini May 21-June 21… When they say “No shoes, no shirt, no service,” they mean it. Last week when you went to the convenience store to purchase a refreshing beverage, you were not wearing any shoes. This did not go over well with the cashier. She immediately hopped over the counter, tackled you, stole your wallet, messed up your hair, insulted your mother, stamped on your fingers, put you in a half-nelson, gave you a wedgie and had you maliciously escorted from her store by two big, burly gentlemen. Next time, just wear some shoes, for crying out loud.

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He insists that underage drinking is wrong.

I say that it should be legal. After all, having a glass of wine with dinner, as is the custom, is quite different from gurgling in your own alcoholic vomit.

If a person is set on getting drunk, chances are good that the person will get drunk.

Chances are also good that he or she will try to hide it from the parents. Not only is this person doing something that causes a lack of inhibition, he or she is also doing so without parental supervision. Those two things combined can be a recipe for disaster, and would further support Danielʼs opinion.

On the other hand, if the legal drinking age were 16, a teenager could legally enjoy a nice glass of wine with parents. People are probably wondering why this is a good

Student Senate President, Doug Richardson, speaking about the ABC’s of leadership at the Student Senate/Club Officer Inaugural Reception on Sept. 29. (Photo by Devin Horst)

“[Students who become involved on campus] take time away from their children, families, their studies and their lives in general to donate their time to our great school,” said Edmondson.

Barnard wanted to give thanks to Earline Cottet, Linda Green and Kelly Lancaster for helping her make this event happen.

Barnard also stated, “I admire the new leadersʼ positive attitudes and willingness to take on new responsibilities in making a difference at RSC.” Doug Richardson, student senate president,

was the closing speaker for the reception. He believes this is “a chance for all of the club officers to get to know each other and place a face with the title.” Richardson wanted the officers to understand the importance of the ABCʼs of leadership - Accountability, Belief, Charisma, Determination, Energy and Fun. Richardson ended the evening with a powerful quote from Waren G. Bennis who said “Leadership is the ability to turn vision into reality.”

“I am expecting this year to be one filled with great things,” said Richardson.

thing. Well, drinking would no longer be such a “naughty” thing that must be hidden from the authorities; rather, it would be just another beverage to enjoy with friends and family, not to mention that many believe that a glass of wine is good for oneʼs health.

I lived in France when I was 16 years old.

There, the legal drinking age is 16. When I would eat dinner with families, everyone would be served a glass of wine. When I would go to a New Yearʼs Eve party where everyone was under 21, parents would still send a bottle of champagne with their children.

Even when just hanging out with friends, they would enjoy an alcoholic beverage with food.

When someone had school the next day, he or she would choose to not drink, as many adults choose to not drink before work. Sure, there were alcoholics, just like there are here. Which is a good point - “just like here.” What was

different is that in France, there are not nearly the number of drunken parties consisting of adolescent kids as there are here.

I am not telling all of the minors to run off and start drinking. To say that would be to completely contradict myself. The point is not that the kids in France do drink; it is that they can drink. I do not condone breaking the law, but I do find it a bit excessive when it comes to something that may or may not be effective.

For instance, if a restaurant is caught serving a 20-year-old an alcoholic beverage, even with parental consent (even though the 20-year-old is legally independent) the restaurant could be closed.

Daniel may find me to be a psychotic alcoholic, even though I do not drink and do not even plan on starting when I turn 21. That is my choice, and I do not feel that it should be forced upon others.

if we lowered the legal drinking age.

While at the fair I saw a grown man, at least 21 years old, wearing a shirt that said “Sex Police” on the front and on the back stated “Sex Police K-9 Doggystyle Division.” If this is the level of maturity that people of legal age show, I think it might be a good idea to keep alcohol away from them for a few more years.

Studies and statistics might indicate that a lower drinking age does not affect the levels of alcohol abuse or any other related topic. Those statistics are probably trash anyway because it is not a good comparison when putting the population of a foreign country up against the population of this country.

Factors that make these studies worthless include that customs are widely ranged, income

variations and maturity levels of children. Not to mention the outrageous need to be cool in American society that prompts people to, like I said, roast their tires in a parking lot.

When I see someone do something as pointless as roasting their tires to produce a loud sound and commotion, I wonder what it is that these people are lacking that makes them feel the need to draw attention to themselves in this way. Then I imagine them with a beer in their hands at a “kegger” and it seems like a miracle that they are still alive today.

While Sara might not be a psychotic alcoholic, her views on the subject do not seem to take into consideration how responsible, or better yet, irresponsible a majority of the population is.

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Daniel Cunning Assignment Editor

She condones a lower drinking age for children who are not yet mature enough to realize that roasting their tires in the parking lot does not make them cool.

In an ideal setting, a lower drinking age would be perfectly acceptable. Unfortunately, we do not live in something that even closely resembles an ideal setting. She thinks that lowering the drinking age would have an impact on the way people get drunk.

What I think is that maybe down the road, people will finally grow up a little and realize that if they are going to get drunk, doing so responsibly should be top priority. In foreign countries that seems to be the case, but I imagine that the condition would not improve

Cancer June 22-July 22… This week you should buy a stick of gum. Then, take that very stick of gum and jam it up one of your nostrils (your choice). Finally, slurp a Big Gulp up the same nostril. With some effort, and a little luck, you will be the inventor of a new creation. This new invention will be aptly named, “The nose bubbler bubble gum bubble bubble nostril gulp bubble noser bubble gum bubbler bubble.”

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He, she discuss underage drinking Sara Nealey

Aries March 21-April 19… Well, you have finally done it. You have upset one of your co-workers with an off-color comment, and now you will have to pay the very steep price…by wearing a glue-on handlebar moustache and speaking with a French accent! Oui oui, mon petit canard!

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Travis Tucker

The Student Senate/Club Officer Inaugural Reception was held in the Communications Center Lobby Wednesday, Sept. 29 at 2 p.m.

Representatives from the student senate and campus clubs attended to discuss this yearʼs events and ways to keep students involved in the RSC campus.

The event began with hors dʼoeuvres and punch as guests filled the lobby while discussing the many events to be seen during this school year. Many were meeting for the first time, as there are many new faces representing the numerous clubs found at RSC. Towry Barnard, Student Activities/Student Leadership Program coordinator, introduced Carissa Darling, Miss RSC/MWC, who opened for the speakers by singing “God Bless the USA” and was followed by Uduak Williams, Miss Black RSC who sang “A Moment Like This.” Both Darling and Williams, as part of their titles, represent RSC at many different events as public speakers for the school.

The first speaker for the evening was Dr. Terry Britton, Executive Vice President, who spoke on the behalf of Dr. James Cook, president of RSC, as Cook had previous engagements. Britton offered gratitude to all of the club officers for their time committed to RSC and the students they represent.

“One of the most difficult tasks we have is to get students to stay on campus and be involved with the school,” said Britton. A large number of RSC students have full-time jobs and families at home making it difficult to be involved in the campus. Yet there are those who find the time between these engagements for RSC campus events.

Linda Edmondson, co-chair of the Attorney Generalʼs Task to Improve End of Lifecare in Oklahoma, followed Britton and spoke about the difficulties many may face while balancing their time and efforts.

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He said Rose colored glasses

Leo July 23-August 22… This week you should focus on helping others.

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Virgo August 23-September 22… You are suffering the loss of someone dear to you this week.

Although this “someone” was not a human, animal or even a living thing, do not feel bad. Grieve the loss of your favorite clod of dirt. Also, do not feel bad taking off of work for two weeks or cashing in on the dirt clodʼs life insurance policy.

Libra September 23-October 23… This week you should buy the broken down Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme you have had your eye on at the junk yard. Then you should buy some sweet, custom, “spinner” rims for the old tractor. Or, you could set fire to several thousand dollar bills and accomplish the exact same task.

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Scorpio October 24-November 21… This week you should focus on eating cheese in huge amounts.

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Sagittarius November 22-December 21… A couple of weeks ago you decided to take “the long way home,” and got yourself in a bit of a mess.

You swerved off the road to miss a seemingly lax bovine and hit what you thought to be a scarecrow.

This ghostly figure was no scarecrow. It was Regis Philbin! Luckily, the only injuries that “Philby” sustained were “the complete and utter removal of all bodily limbs,” according to hospital reports.

That, and now his face looks like a half-eaten stack of flapjacks.

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Capricorn December 22-January 19… It is high time for a change in your life, but who the heck knows what you should change?! You are one goofed up human. Good luck, and have a nice day.

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Aquarius January 20-February 18… You need to make a change in your life, pronto! First off, you should most likely sell your celebrity facial hair collection. The Oprah specimen alone will rake in over $1,000, and you could finally purchase that fake moustache your have been eyeing at the Fake Moustache and Collard Greens Outlet Mall. Score!

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Pisces February 19-March 20… This week you should hide. Do not hide in London, in France,or in a big hole, but instead hide in the back of a parked 1984 Camaro. Then , when the owner returns, jump out and yell “surprise, doofus!” You will be beaten senselessly and sent to jail, but you will at least know that you made that personʼs day.

Congrats.

By: Erin Waltman

Comic Corner

Health

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Oct. 1, 2004 15th Street News

A t k i n s Race to help eliminate arthritis health dangers Erin Waltman

Assistant Editor

Travis Tucker Sports Editor

It is easy to say the Atkins diet is the most popular diet of the 20th century. Many people have lost weight due to the low carbohydrate, and high protein and fat diet, outlined by the late Dr. Robert Atkins.

Over six million copies of his book have been sold making this one of the highest publicized diet plans ever, but is it completely safe?

The idea behind the Atkins diet is to help people lose weight by changing their metabolism through eating foods high in protein while limiting or omitting foods that contain carbohydrates. Carbohydrates tend to raise blood sugar levels and are used by the body as fuel; by limiting or cutting out this part of a diet people are forcing their bodies to burn fuel that is already stored.

Before his death, Atkins had conducted studies to prove the effectiveness of his plan in hopes of boosting book sales, but he did not conduct the test by any scientific The Sports Stop

methods. The tests were preformed on a hand-selected group and was stopped completely after the shortterm results were achieved.

The Atkins diet works by ketosis, which occurs when the body lacks a sufficient supply of carbohydrates.

Then carbohydrate-depleted metabolisms turn to stored energy, so one does lose weight. The first weight loss is water, then carbohydrates stored in muscles resulting in a loss of muscle mass long before stored fat begins to break down.

Furthermore, individuals who use the diet are persuaded to purchase foods that may not be as healthy as other non-carbohydrate meals and items. Many carbohydrate watch items will cause larger problems down the road due to the unusually high levels of saturated fat and protein.

“Low carbohydrate labeling is praying on the ignorance of our society... low carbohydrates does not mean healthy,” stated Liz Brown, RSC wellness coordinator.

People restricting themselves to this diet will place excessive stress on their bodies. This diet is unwise for anyone with Type 2 Diabetes or high cholesterol who are also at risk for heart disease. Atkins himself had heart problems before his death. The diet also places undue stress on the kidneys, thanks to the higher nitrogen output of the body in processing protein, causing kidney stones or failure.

Many doctors advise against the diet, such as Dr. Susan Jebb, of the British Medical Research Council, who reported it would be, “negligent” to recommend the Atkins diet for long-term, claiming, “The diet is a massive health risk; itʼs medically unsound.”

The McBride Clinic and Bone & Joint Hospital will be holding their ninth annual Mini Grad Prix race to raise arthritis awareness on Oct. 16.

“Arthritis is the nationʼs number one crippling disease,” reported a press release about the event. “The money raised from the McBride Clinic and Bone & Joint Hospitalʼs Mini Grand Prix will fund research and provide educational services to improve the quality of life for the 936,000 Oklahomans suffering from this disease.”

Rheumatoid arthritis, the most common form of arthritis, is a common cause of permanent disability and has a course difficult to predict since the disease can progress slowly or quickly. As the disease progresses, pain in the joints can restrict simple movements and daily activities.

“The pain and whole-body (systemic) symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis can be disabling. Over time, rheumatoid arthritis can cause significant joint destruction, leading to deformity and difficulty with daily activities,” reported WebMD (www. webmd.com), a medical Web site, in an article.

The McBride Clinic and Bone & Joint Hospital’s Mini Grand Prix race raises money for arthritis research. This year’s race will be held Oct. 16 at Oklahoma Sports Motor Complex in Norman. (Photo provided by Jennifer Robinson, development assistant of the Arthritis Foundation, Oklahoma Capter)

People diagnosed with arthritis often suffer from some degree of depression, often caused by pain and progressive disability.

“A study reports that one-fourth of people with rheumatoid arthritis are unable to work by six to seven years after their diagnosis, and half are not able to work after 20 years,” WebMD reported.

The race will take place at the

Oklahoma Motor Sports Complex in Norman, Okla. Each sponsor will have a five-member team racing miniature Indy-style race carts and all the teams will “drive several heats where they must not only stop and make a driver change, but also a tire change,” the press release on the events reported. “At the end of the day, the top teams will compete in the championship

race to see who will take home the trophy and this yearʼs bragging rights.”

The race will also have concession stands and a carnival for children. Admission to the event is free.

In conjunction with the Mini Grand Prix, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Oct. 16, the second annual Rally for Research Car and Bike Show will be held at the Oklahoma Motor Sports Complex.

The show is open to the public and will feature more than 30 classes of automobiles and a wide variety of bikes.

The night before the race and car and bike show, a “pre-party will be held at the track to see which sponsor has the most creative team uniforms, best cart design, fastest tire change and who collects the most in monetary votes for the ʻPeopleʼs Choiceʼ award,” reported an article on the Arthritis Foundationʼs Web site (www. arthritis.org).

For sponsorship information, a registration form for the car and bike show, volunteer opportunities, race information or to know more about arthritis, contact the Arthritis Foundationʼs Oklahoma Chapter at 936-3366 or 1-800627-5486.

Flag football offers welcome diversion Travis Tucker Sports Editor

The ten men and women sized each other up, with sweat rolling down their faces, digging their feet into the soft grass. Each one of them waited for one person to make their move. Only four people assist the person who makes the move - the other five look at the individual as prey. Everyone is held captive in a loose formation until the ball is hiked, beginning the game.

RSCʼs 28th annual flag football tournament began Sept. 20, and although flag football is not a campus sport, those who stepped up to the yard line took it seriously, but claimed it was only for “fun.”

There were eight teams to cheer for; the Panthers, Gunners, Raiders,

Falcons, Sweater Cows, Steelers, Dolphins and the Bucs. The current favorite is the Falcons.

Doug Richardson, president of student senate and captain for the Sweater Cows said, “we have strong girl play, [girls get more points per touchdown (eight) instead of the six for male touch [downs], we are just out there to have a good time.”

However, some are also playing for “bragging rights,” as Elliot Jones, a member of the Panthers, claimed.

Even those teams taking the game less seriously were still thinking strategy.

Sharna Turner, a member of the Dolphins team who is representing the Aquatics Center, stated, “We are listening to the rules [because] we donʼt want any penalties. Hope(Photos by Kenneth Beachler)

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fully our bigger and heavier men in the aquatics [center] will join us next time.” Their team has the most women of all teams listed.

Many of the teams are in the game for the points; by participating in the intramural sports while representing a campus club one can earn points for their Club of the Year Award.

The first year flag football game was held was in 1976 when Jean Dunlap, Service Learning coordinator, was the coordinator for the intramurals.

Glenn Chilcoat, womanʼs basketball coach, ran them for 22 years before the tournament was handed over this year to Andrew Gammill, student activities assistant.

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[allow] students to meet new people and have fun while on campus, as the more students get involved, the more they give back to the school,” said Gammill.

Gammill has been preparing for the tournament since August, getting the field ready, teams signed up and referees to work the games.

“I want to thank Chilcoat for having everything set up so well as my predecessor, this has made it easier,” said Gammill.

The games are only half way finished with more games to be played until Oct. 8 and playoffs will be held on Oct 11, 13, 18. Schedules can be found in the Student Activities Office across from the Rose Cafe.

To find out what teams will be in the playoffs, see the Oct. 8 issue.

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Answers to last weekʼs crossword Sept. 24, 2004