Dr. Terry Britton, RSC president, spoke to a packed room of college personnel during his State of the College address on Thursday, Aug. 17, in the H. B. Atkinson Theater.
Two words that Dr. Britton said he would be repeating on a regular basis are “hope” and “dignity,” because these are what he wants to instill in the college’s students.
“An individual’s dignity is to be most prized,” Dr. Britton said during the speech. “You and I are community college professionals and we know how little self-esteem many of our students have [because] they have never been allowed to develop it.”
The speech, which was Britton’s first since taking over the position earlier this year from Dr. James Cook, not only outlined some of the college’s goals, but also highlighted his vision for what education can do to enhance people’s lives.
“If we offer any equality in this great land of opportunity, it should be an equal right to personal dignity,” Dr. Britton said. “Your teaching and mentoring can go far in allowing individuals to understand the importance of being a free and responsible citizen with self respect and a respect for others.”
In addition to underscoring the importance of the RSC mission, Britton also said that one of the college’s goals in coming years should be to grow in both facilities and student enrollment.
His hope is to increase enrollment to 10,000 students – something that will not happen overnight but is still more than possible, he said. However, having more students will not make the college better if it does not have the facilities to accommodate learning, and fortunately, RSC is already striving to meet that need with a number of ongoing construction and renovation projects, he said.
Although Dr. Britton’s address contained many informational items outlining the college’s plans for future growth, perhaps the most heart-felt of his statements came as he proclaimed what education means to him personally. “I knew that education was my main hope as I grew up in poverty in southwest Oklahoma,” he said. “It was instilled in me early that education was the future for me … and I am grateful to [my mother] and to all my teachers who believed [in me] and kept stressing the value of learning, growing and hope.”
Britton said that he believes RSC can bring that same hope to students, which is the college’s ultimate mission. jpace@rose.edu
6th president chosen
Academic year begins with new leadership
Johnna Ray Editor in chief
Regents appointed Dr. Terry Britton as the sixth president of RSC, effective July 1, during a special joint meeting held eight days after the resignation of former RSC President Dr. James Cook.
Cook, who will continue at RSC until Jan. 1, 2007 as Special Advisor to the Board and Administration, told colleagues in a campus-wide e-mail that his decision to resign was influenced in part by his wife’s recent retirement. He said the couple devoted their entire adult careers to the field of education, which did not allow much time to “enjoy non-work related time together.”
“Now seems to be the best time for me to phase out my presidency and transition the college to new leadership and myself to a new focus on my family,” Cook said.
While the role of president is new to Britton, leadership is not.
Throughout the years, Britton – who came to RSC as an English professor on January 15, 1972 – has held positions as vice president for Academic Affairs, vice president for Information Services, director of the Learning Resources Center and executive vice president.
In a July 16 article written by the Midwest City and Del City Sun, Britton shared his personal goals for the college. These goals are to “promote and to enhance further the value of the associate degree in the community,” “increase the number of students enrolling, graduating and staying in the community for work and further education,” to increase RSC’s impact in
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workforce development and continuing professional education, to “promote cultural events that will benefit the entire community,” and to see the current building projects successfully completed.
Britton has a bachelor’s degree in English Literature, earned at Southwestern State University Weatherford, and a master’s and doctorate degree, also in English Literature, from the University of Oklahoma.
He and wife, Kay, have four children in whom they have instilled the importance of education.
“My eldest, Mynda Lee, graduated from OU with a degree in English,” Britton said. “Marshall attended here
briefly before leaving for the U.S. Navy, Morgan received a degree from [RSC] in Physical Therapy Assistance [and] Aaron is now a sophomore [at RSC].”
Britton was born in Redstone Valley and spent most of his pre-college school years in Anadarko, a relatively small town in Caddo County located about 70 miles southwest of Oklahoma City.
He enjoys writing poetry and attending or participating in poetry readings when his schedule permits.
“I found it difficult before [being appointed as president of RSC] to find time to write, but will still seek some opportunities,” Britton said. “I
can’t quit trying.”
Britton shares this “can’t quit” attitude and determination when discussing his plans for the future of the college.
“We can never be satisfied with maintenance,” he said. “The world is changing too quickly for us to be mere caretakers.”
“The face of the college is changing with the addition of three buildings and the opportunity to provide bachelor’s level programs here,” Britton added. “We will look for new opportunities while protecting the quality of the academic programs and care for our students - that is the college legacy.” jray@rose.edu
Orientation, Raider Dayz provide fun, food, instruction to students
Shannon Hoverson
Assistant Editor
Family Orientation – a day packed-full of activities – and a way for new students and their families to learn about RSC – was held Saturday Aug. 19.
Registration began at 9:00 a.m. in the Student Center Main Dining Room. Dr. Terry
Britton, new President of RSC, spoke to the assembled students and then invited them to go over to the Gymnasium with the RSC mascot, Rowdy Raider, showing the way.
The students were shown a brief video about the student senate, which stressed becoming involved with campus leadership opportunities. Then students were invited
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to “Meet-A-Raider,” an opportunity to meet new people and get to know each other, which involved finding people with the same colored shoes and getting in groups according to month of birth.
“It was a way for me to relax,” Kim Cline, computer programming and simulation major, said.
“I love the campus,” Cline added. “It’s great; it has all kinds of stuff going on.”
After “Meet-A-Raider,” several aspects of college life, from intramural sports to financial aid and how to apply, were discussed.
After they were dismissed, students streamed out of the Gym to visit various booths set up around the Campus Mall. Here, they collected stickers on a sheet, which listed many of the booths, and later handed in the sheet for entry in a drawing.
Some of the items up for grabs were two iPods, CD cases and calculators. The winners of the iPods were Brittany Sellers, undecided major, and Preston Carter, geosciences major.
Free pizza, soda and popsicles were avail-
able for everyone and many people enjoyed games throughout the Campus Mall, such as Putt Putt, a rock-climbing wall, Frisbee golf, a football toss and a dunk tank with Student Senate President, Daniel McClure “taking one for the team.” Family Orientation was just the start of the annual “Raider Dayz.” In addition to being the first day of classes, Aug. 21 provided food and fun on the Campus Mall and despite rain for the second straight year, the event was well attended. Additionally, local bands Cardinal Trait and Winter Circle performed live during the festivities.
“I think it’s really cool,” Aaron Vaughn, Cardinal Trait’s lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist, said. “[RSC’s] a really nice campus.” By day two, the rain cleared and students were able to enjoy the activities and visit booths set up by local companies and student clubs.
For more Family Orientation and Raider Dayz photos, pick up a copy of the next issue of 15th Street News, Friday, Sept. 1. shoverson@rose.edu
Dr. James Cook, former RSC president, left, resigns. Dr. Terry Britton, right, who served as executive vice president during Cook’s six-year presidency, now the new RSC president.
Left: Raiders meet one another while participating in various activities, such as the birthday circle squat, during Orientation.
Josh Vaughn, drummer, and band, Cardinal Trait, perform for Raiders Aug. 21.
Faculty and staff join in the H.B. Atkinson Theatre to hear new RSC President Dr. Terry Britton present the annual State of the College address, Aug. 17.
Photo by JON ROLLMAN
Photos by JENNIFER WIMER
Briefly Speaking
Position Opening
The 15th Street News is seeking a student to fill the position of Circulation Manager. For more information call 733-7400 or visit the Fine Arts building, Room 110.
Global Oklahoma
Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to assist in stage preparations, decorations, exhibits and more during the annual Global Oklahoma festival. Those who sign up early, by Sept. 7, will receive an invitation to the Preview Party held Sept. 19. For more information, call Toni Castillo at 733-7988 or e-mail tcastillo@rose.edu or call Lisa Pitsiri at 736-0315 or e-mail lpitsiri@rose.edu.
Zonta Scholarship
Female students interested in being considered for a $500 Zonta scholarship award must submit an application before Sept. 8. For information on how to apply or submit applications, call Pam Emmons at 7329946 or visit the EmPower office, located on the 2nd floor of the Chase Bank building at 7005 S.E. 15th in Midwest City.
Senior Events
Seniors will have the opportunity to hear from professionals in various fields from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., one Friday per month, beginning Sept. 8 at RSC. Reservations are required. The cost for each topic is $1 and light snacks will be provided. Topics include Avoiding Scams – Sept. 8, Financial Strategies for the Retired Investor – Oct. 6, Book Review “Someone Cry for the Children” – Nov. 10 and Identity Theft – Dec. 1. For more information or to make reservations, call the Continuing Education & Community Services Division at 733-7392.
Adults, age 50 or older, may participate in one or more of a list of activities this fall at RSC. The first of these events is a day trip to the Meer’s Country Store and Restaurant Friday, Sept. 15. A trip to the Watonga Cheese Festival Friday, Oct. 13 is also available. The cost of transportation for each is $5 and reservations are required in advance. Costs for meals and other expenses, including shopping, will be the responsibility of participants. A Christmas movie and snacks will be held from 5:30-8:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 1, in the Tom Steed Center and the cost is $1 per person. Activity enrollment began July 17. For more information, call Continuing Education & Community Services at 733-7392.
Children’s Swim Lessons
The Kids College youth program now offers swim lessons for children between the ages of 18 months -12 years. Classes will begin Sept. 16 and continue each Saturday for a total of eight weeks. The fee per child is $45 and space is limited. For more information, call Continuing Education & Community Services at 733-7392 or visit the RSC Web site, www.rose.edu and click on the “Continuing Education” link for this and other fall programs.
RSC’s Biggest Losers
The RSC Wellness Program is sponsoring a team weightloss approach - RSC’s Biggest Losers. Participants will form teams of at least four members and choose a team captain. The winning team - the team with the highest average weight loss per member - will receive $50 per individual. The challenge begins Sept. 18, completes Nov. 13 and costs $5. For more information, call the Wellness Office at 733-7525.
PTEC construction underway
Building plans continue despite triple-digit weather
Johnna Ray Editor in Chief
Located just north of the Bookstore and Child Development Laboratory Center, construction workers with hard hats and heavy machines can be seen working throughout the morning, the hot afternoon and into the evening on what will soon be the Professional Training and Education Center.
The PTEC building, as it is most often called, will be used to meet the training needs of both RSC and its partners, such as Tinker Air Force Base, the
Boeing Corporation, the City of Midwest City and the City of Oklahoma City. Construction of the building is anticipated to end in 2007.
The center will hold many amenities for those who plan to spend a large deal of time using the facilities.
These include larger chairs, various forms of communication choices for employees to use when contacting employers back at the workplace and numerous, specialized vending machines.
The existence of the new PTEC building will allow for more community uses of the Tom Steed Center, which is currently used for training programs.
“[The building] will also facilitate our professional training
needs here for all of [RSC’s] employees, instead of dislodging students from the Student Center,” former RSC president, Dr. James Cook said. “Currently, when we train, we take up the Raider Room or the Tinker Room.”
A second new building that will be added to the face of the RSC campus will be consructed north of the current Health and Environmental Sciences building as a replacement of the existing building.
Funding for these buildings will come from money generated by the Oklahoma Lottery, which is a direct result of House Bill 1191.
H.B. 1191 allocates $11.7 million to RSC for the construction
of the facility, as well as numerous other projects at other universities and colleges throughout the state of Oklahoma.
The Bill was one of the top legislative goals Governor Brad Henry listed with his “Higher Education Promise of Excellence Act of 2005.”
“The greatest benefit is that the legislature and the governor recognized and acted on the capital needs of higher education,” Greg Sawyer, Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, said. “This shows a commitment to building a stronger and better education system for Oklahoma.” jray@rose.edu
(Bryan Trude, former sports editor, contributed to this story.)
Summer happenings reviewed
Johnna Ray Editor in Chief
The summer session brought with it a host of news items including the Relay for Life, announcement of Classified Staff Association officers, Project Graduation results, grants issued and more.
Angie Rasberry, Phi Theta Kappa vice president, collects donations for the annual Project Graduation book and food drive. Donated items benefited many Oklahoma charities.
The RSC Relay for Life team earned more than $4,000 to support the American Cancer Society - a record total for the event. The 2006 Eastern Oklahoma County Relay raised more than $76,000, as well.
The Classified Staff Association named the officers for 2006 who include Robin Gammill, president; Deana Stevens, vice president; Chad Lee, secretary; and Dorothy White, treasurer.
CSA members work together to endow the CSA Scholarship Fund, share ideas for new projects and interact with campus colleagues, former CSA President Carol Clure said.
Cookbooks produced by CSA are available for
purchase for $15. For more information, call Deana Stevens at 7360628.
Members of the RSC Phi Theta Kappa, the campus division of the national honor society with the same name, held a drive for non-perishable food items, children’s and adult books and personal supplies, including items such as shampoos and lotions.
The drive, titled Project Graduation, begins at the start of the fall semester and continues year-round with different themes each month and ends on the evening of commencement in the spring.
Collected items were given to various charitable organizations in -
‘Excellent’ named, awards presented
The winners of the 2006 Excellence in Teaching Awards were announced during commencement exercises in May and again recognized at the Speaker’s Reception. Nominees for the awards were suggested by students who provided written statements detailing his or her reasons for nominating the professor he or she chose.
Individuals nominated by students were also recommended by the Excellence in Teaching Committee for their outstanding service and dedication to the profession. Four regular professors
received a plaque and $1,000 each and two adjunct professors received a plaque and $500 each with the award.
The regular professors who were recognized as ‘excellent’ were: Toney Dake, Health Sciences Division; Eileen Dewey, Business and Information Technology Division; Nancy Graham, Engineering and Science Division; and Jerrie Scott, Social Sciences Division.
The adjunct professors honored with the annual award were: Carolyn Cuskey, Social Sciences Division and Frank Klein, Engineering and Science Division.
cluding the Jesus House, Positive Tomorrows, area nursing homes and a community literacy project.
The RSC Nursing Program received a grant for more than $130,000 from the Health Resources and Services Administration in July. Funding from this grant will be used to award scholarships to students. For more information regarding these scholarships, students should contact Rebekah Ray at 733-7546 or Steven Daffer at 733-7424.
Also in July, Sharon Saulmon, director, Learning Resources Center, received more than $52,000 from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. This grant will make possible a summer youth camp designed to famil-
iarize enrolled youth with library career opportunities. The camp will begin in 2007.
Participants in the youth camp will visit various libraries and museums throughout central Oklahoma and “campout” at a local hotel. Costs of the camp are included in the grant award.
This is the third grant award received by Saulmon in two years.
Saulmon was also elected to the Amigos Library Services Board during the annual meeting in Dallas on May 10. Amigos Library Services, Inc. supports resource sharing and information technology for libraries primarily located in the southwestern U.S. jray@rose.edu
All Staff Breakfast
Photos by STACEY McENTIRE & MATT MONTGOMERY
Photo by JON ROLLMAN
RSC President Dr. Terry Britton speaks to RSC faculty and staff at the annual All Staff Breakfast held Wednesday, Aug. 16 in the Student Center’s Main Dining Room. Various members of RSC’s faculty and staff were recognized for their many years of service to the college, as well as those hired within the last year.
Photo by STACEY McENTIRE
NEWS/FEATURES
Spotlight On: Beard continues education, shares goals
Shannon Hoverson Assistant Editor
This week the spotlight is on Coordinator of Continuing Education, Jennifer Beard, formally Skoch.
Beard was married Aug.
5 to Scott Beard and now has a six-year-old step-
daughter, Sydney. Beard has been at RSC since 2003. Her first position was adjunct professor for the Humanities Division.
In March 2004, she was hired as the Continuing Education Specialist for the Continuing Education & Community Services Division.
She has also taught several English Composition classes throughout the past three years, but will be taking a break from teaching to pursue her doctorate in Higher Education Leadership at Oklahoma State University.
Beard said that she is very proud of the Kids
College program and that her best times at RSC have been during Kids College.
“What I enjoy most about RSC is the friendly atmosphere and the wonderful people who work here,” she added.
“Being around the kids is so much fun,” Beard said. “They remind us that we don’t have to take life so seriously all the time and that we should remember to have fun sometimes.”
Beard enjoys such hobbies as reading, tap, ballet, jazz and pom dance.
“If I had more time, I would love to take a dance class,” Beard said.
“I am out of practice.”
shoverson@rose.edu
Q: What motivated you to begin service at RSC?
A: I began as an adjunct professor because I love teaching. Former Associate Dean of Humanities, Dr. Cheryl Stanford first recommended to me that I apply for the Continuing Education Specialist position because she thought I was organized. I am glad that she pointed this position out to me, because I have grown to love RSC and what we do here in Continuing Education very much.
QQ: What do you consider the most exciting thing you have done so far in your lifetime?
A: Probably the most exciting thing I have done is plan a wedding and get married wearing a Vera Wang gown. I am a “details” person, so I find anything that has to do with designing, planning and coordinating very exciting.
Q: What goals do you have, both professionally and personally?
A: I just want to be a good person and mature in my personal, spiritual and professional life. I feel like I am doing the best job I can possibly do and I hope that leads to new opportunities down the road.
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Q: How does what you are doing now compare to what you wanted to do as a child?
A: When I was a child, I wanted to be either a professional dancer or an interior designer. So I would say that what I do is quite different. However, through some of the great non-credit programs we offer, I still get to work with dance teachers and interior designers from time to time. I try to do extracurricular activities in which I can utilize my creative abilities.
Q: What do you feel makes you unique?
A: My maiden name is unique. My maiden name is Skoch (pronounced Scotch). Being an unusual name, I always get many questions about it. The name is of Czech origin and I am actually half Czechoslovakian. There are so many Jennifer’s out there that I have always liked having a different last name. And it always leads to interesting conversations about heritage.
Enrollment methods suggested
Matt Montgomery
Graphic Artist
When all the testing, the admissions process, the filling out of paper work and acceptance is through, the next step in becoming a college student is enrollment.
After admission, students will speak with an academic adviser to help set up a schedule for the first semester and possibly start planning out an academic career.
“Most of the information we get is from the person in front of us,” Academic Adviser Maria Chacon said. Even if a student does not
know what they would like to major in, one of the best things that they could do is to begin with the basic general education classes. Although they are not the same for every degree, they are a good place to start for any undecided student. The first semester can be one of the most important steps in a student’s academic life, as it can dictate the pace at which a student will continue through his or her time in college. Choosing classes is an important step, as well, and overloading class schedules is a common mistake of
classes beginning. Student IDs are required for many events on campus and are included in student fees.
many first time students. It is suggested that students take between 12 - 15 hours per semester, though this workload might not be for everyone. A student must be enrolled in at least 12 hours in order to be considered full-time – this is particularly important to those on financial aid. It is also important to remember to balance general education classes with program requirements.
Take time to figure out interests and hobbies and try to transform it into a career and if nothing becomes appealing then the academic adviser will do what they can to help.
“Don’t get a degree simply because you’ll get more money for it,” Jason Charlow, academic adviser, said. “Think of your dream and passion.”
Advisers might also suggest that, after enrolling in classes, students become familiar with their division advisers.
During the course of any semester, if a student has any questions about their sched-
ule or their program requirements, they should go to their division adviser instead of the academic advisers at the Student Services Building. The division advisers will be able to address more specific questions. mmontgomery@rose.edu
ADVISERS LISTED
All first-time students and undecided majors may see an adviser in SSB100 or call 736-0478. Advisers in SSB100 are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Business: Steve Johnson, BS107. Call: 733-6348.
Social Sciences: Monique Bruner, SS138. Call: 7337409.
Engineering and Science: Frank Klein, SM 105. Call: 736-0280.
Health and Sciences: Linda Reichelt, HE200L. Call: 733-7545.
Humanities: Rick Woodard, HU129. Call: 7337999.
Search for student senators, mascot begins
Johnna Ray Editor in Chief
The student senate is accepting applications to fill 12 senator positions for the fall 2006 and spring 2007 semesters.
The opportunity to file for the candidacy opened Aug. 21 and will end Friday, Sept. 1.
Senators must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and must maintain enrollment in at least six credit hours per semester. Additionally, senators will be expected to attend student senate meetings, write legislation and work on teams to assist Student Activities with various events held
throughout the academic year.
Elections for officers are held each spring and candidates for those positions are required to maintain a 3.0 GPA and must be enrolled in nine credit hours per semester.
Senators receive one credit hour per semester for their participation and a tuition fee waiver.
Rowdy the Raider mascot tryouts will be held at 3:30 p.m., Sept. 1 in the gymnasium, Room 112.
Students who wish to participate in the tryouts should pick up an application at the Information Desk in the Student Center.
Mascots are required to attend
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AJoshua Pace News Editor
Students began piling into the RSC Bookstore during “rush,” the traditional time before the beginning of a semester when students “rush in” to purchase their textbooks, on Friday, Aug. 7.
Because so many are new to the process - especially when it comes to financial aid and Pell grant dispersals - students might find the following information helpful:
• During rush hours, which will end Friday, Sept. 1, the bookstore will be open from 8 a.m.- 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday and from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. on Friday.
• The final day for book buybacks for those who only have a copy of their receipt will be Monday, Aug. 28.
The Bookstore will buy back books until Sept. 1, but students must have a copy of their add/drop slip in addition to their receipt after Aug. 28.
• Students may also purchase their textbooks online by visiting www.rosestatebookstore.com.
Students who choose to order textbooks via the Web site can opt to have books shipped directly to them, for an additional charge, or reserve copies to be picked up at the Bookstore at a later date.
For more information, call the Rose State College Bookstore at 733-7436. jpace@rose.edu
many campus events, such as Global Oklahoma, the Halloween party, the Holiday Lighting Ceremony and Raider Dayz, in addition to women’s basketball games.
A 2.5 GPA and enrollment in at least six credit hours is required.
A book scholarship and tuition fee waiver, sponsored by Student Activities and student senate, will be awarded to the chosen mascot.
For more information on applying for senate or mascot positions, visit the Student Center Information Desk located in the main lobby of the Student Center.
jray@rose.edu
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15th Street News is a member of Oklahoma Collegiate Press Association, which has designated this paper top junior college newspaper six years, and Associated Collegiate Press, which has rated it All American 30 semesters.
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This includes, but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid and educational services.
Staff Members
The Rose State College Bookstore, now operated by Follett, maintains a steady flow of customers the first few days of August. Textbooks, paper, notebooks and pens were among the most-seen items being purchased.
Jennifer (Skoch) Beard
Raider Kian Taylor, physical therapy major, processes his student identification card in the Student Services Building prior to
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Photo by JENNIFER WIMER
Graphic Artist
Jennifer Wimer
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Resume Workshop at 11 a.m. (SSB206) Interview Workshop at noon (SSB206)
• Langston University recruitment booth at 10 a.m. (SC Lobby)
• Baptist Collegiate Ministry meeting at 11:30 a.m. (RR)
• TEACH Club meeting at 1:30 p.m. (SC123) UCO recruitment booth at 8:30 a.m. (SC Lobby) Langston University recruitment booth at 10 a.m. (SC Lobby) Phi Theta Kappa meeting at 4 p.m. (SC123)
• Baptist Collegiate Ministry meeting at 11:30 a.m. (RR)
• Constitutional Day with Justice Steven W. Taylor at 12:30 p.m. (West end, MDR)
• Intramural flag football game at 3 p.m. (RSC Athletic field)
• Phi Theta Kappa meeting at 4 p.m. (SC123) Langston University recruitment booth at 10 a.m. (SC Lobby) Italy trip presentation at noon (RR) Student senate meeting at 2 p.m. (SC123) Resume Workshop at 2 p.m. (SSB206) Senate Parliamentary Procedures meeting at 3 p.m. (SC123)
VOICE Club Voter Registration Drive all day (TBA) Toastmasters International Club meeting at 6 p.m. (SC123) VOICE Club Voter Registration Drive all day (TBA) Langston University recruitment booth at 10 a.m. (SC Lobby) Hispanic Culture Celebration at noon (RR) Student senate meeting at 2 p.m. (SC123) Interview Workshop at 2 p.m. (SSB 206)
• Intramural flag football game at 3 p.m. (RSC Athletic field) • Langston University recruitment booth
Involved students’ suggestions heard
Johnna
Ray Editor in chief
As returning students head back to school for more classes and first-time students are welcomed to campus, a new president is settling into his position of leadership at RSC.
The transition from former president Dr. James Cook to new president Dr. Terry Britton will go unnoticed, for the most part, by students enrolled at the college.
Some will concentrate on grades, but not concern themselves with activities, student senate meetings or who the leader of the college is during their time at RSC. Others will jump into the college experience and look forward to each opportunity to meet campus officials, attend events and learn information in addition to what they find in the classroom. Still others will attend classes, participate in a few events and only consider other aspects of the college whenever a newsworthy event draws their attention.
These characteristics are also seen in U.S. citizens. Some want only to work
DECAL REMINDER
All students must pick up a window decal for his or her vehicle and properly display it when parking on RSC grounds.
The decals are designed to allow for placement in various vehicles driven by the student.
The make, model, year and tag number of vehciles, as well as a valid student ID, must be presented at the Cashier’s Window to receive the decal.
The cost for decals is included in student fees. Returning students must obtain a new sticker to place on the existing decal before the beginning of each year. These are also available at the Cashier’s Window when presenting a valid student ID.
and spend time with family and friends and care very little about politics. Others want to know every detail of what is happening with politicians, the government and laws that will affect them, while the rest will only take notice when something interesting hits the news.
Even with the similarities of a campus community and U.S. citizens and their attitudes toward involvement in items of a political nature, one large difference exists – citizens vote for the candidate they feel will make the best leader in each level of government, while those on campus have the decision made for them regarding higher levels of leadership, such as the college president.
However, students are the ones to decide who will become their college senators and student senate president each year. This is similar to electing city, county and state leaders in the community outside of school. These leaders work more closely with the individuals they serve and make decisions based on these communications.
Student senators act as the voice of the student body, offering ideas and sugges-
tions meant to improve the overall experience of the students they represent and requesting the president’s approval of these. Therefore, it is important for students to communicate their concerns and share their ideas with student senate by attending as many scheduled meetings as they can and voting for candidates they feel will best represent their views during elections.
As many in the U.S. have said – those who don’t vote can’t complain about decisions elected officials make on their behalf. The same is true for students – if a student does not attend any student senate meetings, does not vote when student senate elections are held, and does not communicate with senators, then senators cannot know what changes students would like to see and cannot address their concerns.
So, get involved and become active by attending a few meetings and be sure to vote when the opportunity arises. Student senate meetings are held at 2 p.m. each Tuesday, beginning Sept. 12 and are open to all who wish to attend. jray@rose.edu
Raider Response
College life is more than simply attending classes, doing homework and taking tests, although all of these are important aspects of the overall campus experience. Involvement in sports, clubs and extracurricular events are also important parts of a college career, as are meeting new people and sharing personal views with others while listening to their ideas.
This section of the 15th Street News allows RSC students to discuss a wide range of topics. A new topic will be introduced one week, with a reminder following in the next issue and replies will be printed in the issue directly following the deadline given.
CAMPUS CHAT
may be written in the form in the the area that lists the staff members’ names and e-mail and should be sent to Editor in Chief Johnna at Those who wish to but who do not have an e-mail address may their responses in an addressed to the editor in chief and deliver them hand to the Fine Arts Room 110. for additional current Raiders would like to discuss should be delivered in the same way as responses, but may be sent at any time the semester the earlier the is the sooner it can be included as the Raider
Responses may be written in the form suggested in the masthead, the area that lists the staff members’ names and e-mail addresses, and should be sent to Editor in Chief Johnna Ray at jray@rose.edu. Those who wish to respond but who do not have an e-mail address may place their responses in an envelope addressed to the editor in chief and deliver them by hand to the Fine Arts building, Room 110.
Suggestions for additional topics current Raiders would like to discuss should be delivered in the same way as responses, but may be sent at any time during the semester. However, the earlier the suggestion is delivered, the sooner it can be included as the Raider Response question of the week.
In a few more days, Americans will experience the 5th anniversary of the day terrorists attacked the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York - an event labeled as the worst attack on American soil by many. Therefore, the first Raider Response for this academic year calls on the reflection of students, faculty and staff in the RSC community.
Replies should be limited to 45 words or less and, due to the Labor Day holiday, responses must be received no later than noon Monday, Sept. 11.
Raider Response Question No. 1:
Where were you/ what were you doing when word first spread of the Sept. 11 attacks?
Sudoku
Sudoku has become a favorite puzzle of many and is gaining popularity at a fast pace.
Each smaller square, called a cell, is to be filled in with a numerical figure from 1-9.
These numerals are not to be repeated within horizontal or vertical rows or within a large square, referred to as a 3 X 3 block.
Logic and the process of elimination are key to solving these puzzles.
Answers to each puzzle will appear in the following issue.
Major: Counselor/Social Work
When did you first start at RSC?
Spring 2006
What do you like most about RSC?
There are great academic advisers and Job Placement is a lot of help, too. The student orientation class also helped me a lot, so I didn’t feel so lost.
Major: Undecided When did you first start at RSC? Fall 2005
What are your goals while at RSC?
I am a concurrent enrollment student, so I am trying to get some of my general education courses finished, so that I won’t have as many hours to complete when I get out of high school.
Crossword
Major: Business
When did you first start at RSC?
Fall 2006 What are your goals while at RSC? Well, I am here on a baseball scholarship and I would like to get a good education and go to the next level in baseball.
Major: Elementary Education
When did you first start at RSC? Spring 2006
What are your goals while at RSC? I hope to get good grades, pass all of my classes and eventually earn my associate degree.
by matt montgomery and johnna ray
Ericka Hughes
Jamie Johnson
Morgan Marr
Chad Carman
How
to...
Change a major, stay focused on plan
Shannon Hoverson Assistant Editor
Trying to answer the ageold question of “What do I want to do with my life” can be a hard task.
Some people are blessed with having all the answers and knowing just what field in which they want to major, but some start on one major only to find it is not what they want at all. This is the time to change your major, hopefully to something that will be exactly what you want.
The first step in changing
Counseling Tip No.
This is the beginning of a new semester and opportunities to succeed (or not!). Don’t fall into the habit of missing class.
Someone else’s notes aren’t going to be as good as your own notes. It’s better to learn as you go than to find yourself not prepared the night before an exam.
If you would like some help setting goals, call Special Services and Student Outreach at 733-7373 for a free, confidential counseling appointment.
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Shannon Hoverson
Assistant Editor
your major is to look over what classes are offered in that degree program – if you have no interest in tiny microscopic organisms, microbiology is probably not the choice for you.
Look at the core classes – the courses that comprise the bulk of the degree – and see if they interest you. If you can see yourself really getting into the subject, then take one of the classes.
Look over the job market and see what the buzz is regarding it, you might be
Joshua Pace News Editor College can be stressful and, coupled with other dayto-day activities, that stress could build up over time.
Now enter life: Kids are fighting; divorce; sudden death of a loved one; financial problems; and any number of other abrasive situations – so what’s a person to do? Maybe counseling could provide a solution.
For those who feel like they might be getting over their heads – or, perhaps more specifically, that their problems are – help is available on the RSC campus, Dr. Joanne McMillen-Stafford, director of Special Services and Student Outreach, said. “If you don’t like the way things are going in your personal or academic life, then it doesn’t have to stay that way,” McMillen-Stafford said. “It takes a while before we find ourselves in a dilemma - through poor choices and bad habits - and it’s also a process toward moving into a better situation. But
The lazy days of summer have gone up in smoke and to beat the heat, many took refuge in the cool dark depths of their local movie theaters.
However, if you managed to miss the summer’s best – and worst – blockbusters, do not despair.
I, your mild-mannered movie critic, am here to save the day and give you a quick rundown on what you might have missed – from swashbuckling pirates to flying superheroes.
Here is the first of a two-part series that explores a few of this summer’s best and worst movies.
June 2006
June saw the release of such films
surprised to find that something you really like to do is a good moneymaker.
You can also talk to professionals in the field you are considering - they have
hands-on experience that can be invaluable.
Take advantage of the college’s academic and career counseling services; the staff members in these offices are
we can help with that.”
McMillen-Stafford is one of two licensed professional counselors on campus, along with Janet Griffith, coordinator of Disability Services. Both are available to help students, faculty and staff through this service. Also, all counseling sessions are confidential, just as they would be “at any other counselor’s office,” McMillen-Stafford said.
always willing to help you in deciding a career path. They can help you distinguish between a momentary bout of uncertainty and a real desire to change your major.
To contact the Job Placement and Career Services Office, call 733-7377.
Once you have decided on which major you want to pursue, go to the Academic Advisement Office in the Student Services Building, Room 100 and let them know that you want to change your major.
You will be taken to see
need help is weak, Griffith said.
That thinking could be a mistake, she added, especially if their “problems” begin affecting their ability to function while on campus.
If you were diabetic, you wouldn’t question going to a doctor to get insulin because that’s taking care of yourself. We must also take care of our mental health ...
Janet Griffith
Coordinator, Disability Services
Although this service is available, what sometimes keeps people away from seeking the help they need is a feeling that admitting they
as the “Break-Up,” “The Omen,” “Naco Libre,” “The Lake House,” “Click,” and “The Devil Wears Prada” – just to name a few.
But the two most popular June releases had to be the Disney/ Pixar animat- ed event, “Cars,” and “Superman Returns.”
“Cars” is the story of a flashy stockcar, named “Lightening McQueen” (voiced by Owen Wilson) and his journey of self-discovery.
“If you were diabetic, you wouldn’t question going to a doctor to get insulin because that’s taking care of yourself,” she said. “[It’s the same thing.] We must also take care of our mental health because that’s an important component in being successful in school and, really, throughout life.
“Sometimes something’s going on that is just bogging you down mentally and psy-
That’s right folks, the red-caped wonder flew into theaters June 30 and revitalized the man of steel’s image.
To Superman fans, you may finally rejoice that the movie has returned to its old-school roots.
This was an all-out blockbuster and raked in the cash for that ever-popular, multi-media mouse.
“Look up in the sky. It’s a bird; it’s a plane; no, it’s Superman!”
“Superman Returns” was a box office smash, although the ending leaves much to be desired. Never fear, two sequels are already planned.
July 2006
July was packed full of releases including the big flop, “Little Man” and those that didn’t bomb including “You, Me and Dupree” and the live-capture animation fantasy, “Monster House.”
July also saw the release of “My
an adviser who will assist you in making the necessary changes.
Knowing what major is right for you is an important part of your academic progress.
It will be easier to stay focused and provide a much clearer path if you know what you want to accomplish while at RSC or any other college or university.
For more information about enrollment or majors, contact the Academic Advisement Office at 733-7408. shoverson@rose.edu
chologically and you can’t focus on your classes. I’ve had a few people who have come in just a time or two and they’ve dealt with some issues and then they have gone on, or they have only called when they needed to come back.”
RSC has many different people of various ages and cultural backgrounds who bring a variety of problems along with them, Griffith said.
The kind of counseling that is available through the college is meant for short-term help – a few months at most – and those who might need more help could be referred for additional care.
There are a number of people who would benefit from “a few visits,” Griffith said and she encouraged people to set up an appointment if they think they might be one of those people.
For more information, call the Special Services and Student Outreach Office at 7337373.
jpace@rose.edu
Super Ex-Girlfriend” and M. Night Shyamalan’s “Lady in the Water.”
Additionally in July, was the much anticipated “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest” – Disney’s second installment based on the Disneyland theme ride.
This begins where the last one left off, bringing back the incomparable Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow who is in deep kimchee as usual and needs a bit of help from Will and Elizabeth to save the day.
This high-seas adventure will leave you gasping for breath as you await the third movie, scheduled to arrive in theaters early next year.
Tune in next week for part deux of the Summer Movie Review to see the exciting, and the not-so-exciting August releases. shoverson@rose.edu
Aries March 21April 19... You may not know it, but your love life is going down the tubes. So stop watching all those reruns and pay attention before you end up a canceled show yourself.
Taurus April 20-May 20... You reap what you sow – so whether it is your actions or intentions, you have to be aware of what you are planting at all times. If you are lucky, you will have a bumper crop.
Gemini May 21- June 20... A penny saved is a penny earned. If you understand this, then you know the secrets of getting rich – if you are completely confused, join the club!
Cancer June 21July 22... I hate to be the one to tell you this, but swimsuit season is over. Avoid the tanning beds for a least a week – you are beginning to glow in the dark.
Leo July 23-August 22... Each morning tell yourself that you are smart, talented and look great. If you can do that – even with toothpaste dripping down your chin – without cracking up, you will succeed in life.
Virgo August 23-September 22... The road to getting your degree can be long and winding, watch out for potholes and detour signs.
Libra September 23-October 22... You have a natural ability - what it is I do not know, but you have it. Good for you!
Scorpio October 23-November 21... Now is the time to take that drive to succeed out for a test run – who knows where you might end up? Probably not far with gas prices, but give it a try anyway.
Sagittarius
November 22December 21... My dear Sagittarius, your horoscope is looking very good, the planets are aligning and the stars are applauding you. Now is the time to try something bold – wearing black and brown together, for instance.
Capricorn December 22-January 19... It takes almost as much energy to feel insulted as it does to deliver the insult – when you feel insulted remember it is burning calories.
Aquarius January 20-February 18... Enough with the burning-the-midnight-oil mentality, already. Keep working at this pace and you might just explode. Treat yourself to some fun; think about taking up crossstitching, it is less stressful and you can sell it at craft fairs.
o r o s c o p e s
Pisces February 19-March 20... Now is the time to buy that lottery ticket you have been thinking about for so long. The stars are saying it is a definite “maybe” that you might possibly win something.
