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Page 4 THE WESTERN CAROLINIAN Thursday, May 28,1970 Casting begun for Reader's Theater The Department of Speech and Theater Arts announces casting and production dates of nine Reader's Theater productions. The production dates are Friday, May 29, and Saturday, May 30, at 8:00 p.m in the Little Theater in the rear of StillwelL "Hey, What's So Funny?" is directed by Julia Higginbotham. The cast members are Mike B. Smith, Lisa Fine, Gabe Pelley, Susan Whisnant, and Steve Carlisle. "The Real Brecht" is directed by Jim Wood. The cast members are Mary Grace Wood, Jack Walden, Dr. Donald Loeffler, Poppy Revell, and Barbara Burgess. "To Kill a Mockingbird" is directed by Susan Whisnant The cast members are Dick Gill, Mike S. Smith, Caroline Batson, Karen Morrow, and Steve Carlisle. "The Hobbit" is directed by David Penland. The cast members are Linwood Guthrie, Linda Black, Phyllis Ghioto, Barbara Long, and Dr. Donald Loeffler. "Portnoy's Complaint" is directed by Joe Laughter. The cast members are Mike B. Smith, Dan Smith, Linda Hardy, Chris Montagnino, and David Hirt. "The Adventures of Huck Finn" is directed by Jack Walden. The cast members are Dan Smith, Dick Gill, Edwina Lindley, Louis Bell, Gabe Pel- ley, and Joe Smyth. "The Wind in the Willows" is directed by Phyllis Ghioto. The cast members are David Penland, Roger Gallbnore, Judy Wynn, Robert Pevitts, and Jim Wood. Poppy Revell is directing No increase in freshmen next year The Admissions Office has announced that it expects no great increase in the number of Freshmen for fall quarter 1970. Tyree Kiser, Director of Admissions, said that they're expecting approximately 1488 freshmen next fall. In comparison there were 1352 freshmen actually enrolled fall 1969. Kiser went on to say that pf this number 1209 have paid their room deposits. Fourteen % of the students accepted will be out of state students. About 2000 out of the 3000 applicants were accepted. Out of the 1493 that have been accepted, there are 764 boys and 724 girls. Of the male students who were accepted. 25% will go elsewhere. 20% of the girls wiU do likewise. Those who were accepted were screened and accepted only if they met certain qualification rwjjajrements. Instate students were required to have made a score of 800 on the SAT test and out-of- state students had to make 900. These scores arent as important a consideration as are the school records of the applicant. The brothers of THETA XI fraternity are sponsoring a turkey shoot May 30, Saturday, at the Theta Xi house on River Road from 1-5. "Winnie the Pooh." The cast members are David Penland, Debbie Lewis, Jamie Kirby, and Bob Pevitts. "A Trace of Tracy" is directed by David Hirt, The cast members are Doug TUyard, Julia Higginbotham, Linwood Guthrie, Suzanne Jones, and Joe Laughter. Cuttings from five of these shows will be presented Friday night, May 29, at 8:00, with the remaining four cuttings to be presented Saturday, May 30, at 800. Cum Laude students are honored Students who will be graduated magna cum laude (with great distinction) by Western Carolina University June 7 will have an opportunity to exchange views with one of the nation's most articulate commentators on the current American scene. The students will be honored at a breakfast attended by Dr. Danile J. Boorstin, director of the Smithsonian Institution National Museum of History and Technology. The breakfast of scholars is being initiated this vearatWCU as part of a program of recognition for outstanding student scholarship. The breakfast this year will place the young intellectual leaders in contact with a man who has expressedconcernover the growth of dissent in the United States. Dr. Boorstin has contrasted dissent, which he defines as "secession from society," with disagreement, which he has said may lead to reform. Dr. Boorstin has said that while "disagreement is the life- blood of society, dissension is its cancer." Dr. Boorstin has criticized violence and its uses, and at one point declared that every American should "ostracize his fellow citizens and groups, regardless of how worthy their purpose may be, where they use violence or condone it" Each of the twenty magna cum laude students obtained distinction by maintaining a quality point ratio of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 0.0 to 4.0 throughout their undergraduate years. The honor students are: Harry E. Lamb, 10&Weaver- ville Kd., Walter ft Knight, 118 Bent Creek Rd, and Mrs. Susan Bradley White, 11 Bruce- mont Circle, all of Asheville; Mrs. Constance Rhodes Hicks and Janice Faye Monteith of Cullowhee; Mrs. Sharon Queen Loftis, 408 Park Dr., and Peggy Rathbone Buchanan, Norway Manor of Waynesville; Jerry Edward Seagle, 17 Circle St,, Marion; Jeanne Lorene Beck, Rt 1, Thomasville; Sandra Mae Austin, Rt, 3 Monroe; Billy Ray Chapman, Rt 1, Ruther- fordton; Nora Lynn Finch, 1001 Hargrove St, Henderson; John Albert Goebel, 3808 Weltham St, Silver Hill, Maryland; Gary Wade Hall, 301 Alta- pass Rd., Spruce Pine; Phyllis Elaine Howard, Rt 2, Lawn dale; William Terry Ne- vius of GlejivUle; James Eugene Van Arsdall, 1029 Hispana Ave., Ft Pierce, Fla.; Mary U. Edward, East Flat Rock; Thomas A. Hawkins, 304 Maple St, Brevard; and Robert Carl Voight, 2508 Berkley PL, Greensboro. Henning reviews year In reviewing his year as President of the Student Body of Western Carolina University, John Henning states it was a very progressive and beneficial year for Student Government During an interview with the WESTERN CAROLINIAN on Wednesday, May27, Henning expressed his opinions concerning both the accomplishments and failures of Student Government this year along with his advice to the Student Government Association for coming years. Henning feels there are numerous individuals responsible for the successes of the 1969- 70 Student Senate. Citing a few, he listed Betty Thompson, Janice Younts, Bob Thomas, and Gary Dills for their extremely competent performances in their offices. He believes the image of Student Government has improved both with the administration and, in some ways, across the state. "An atmosphere of mutual respect and honesty has finally been achieved and hopefully, will be continued." Since being installed as President of the Student Body, Henning has seen many accomplishments directed for the most part to the environment of WCU students. "This past summer, the passage of the revised regulations marked a turning point in the history of our school and a step toward true university status. The recommendations that resulted from the Pre-Session Conference set the directions for fulfilling student wishes. After much hard work by Jim Pope, Dean Huskins, and many others, a large number of these recommendations have been successfully resolved." Henning stated the first Winter Festival was a good addition to the WCU calendar and will be improved upon in the future. He feels the major accomplishment of the Student Senate this year was the initiation of the refrigerator service. "The tremendous funds that this service will bring Student Government will strengthen its student serving capacity as well as bringing a functional convenience to the students. Henning believes his personal contributions to Student Government this year included his discussions with Governor Scott, Attorney General Morgan, and members of the Biard of Higher Education. His purpose in these discussions was to encourage support to WCU and he strongly feels that "this has been a contribution to our institution's image by presenting a united front with our administration and legislative supporters." When asked about the failures of the Student Senate, Henning stated the fault rested upon some Senators who failed to communicate to the Senate the wishes of the people by whom they were elected. "I mean that in many cases, dorm senators never brought the desires of their dorm residences to the Senate." Henning also commented on the extent he feels Student Government should be involved in national issues. "It is myper- P.O. boxes for rent Students planning to return to WCU next fall should go by the Post Office to rent their boxes for the next school year. This is the only way to be assured of a mailing address prior to arrival. All students leaving in June should leave a forwarding address with the Post Office. sonal belief that involvement of the Student Senate in National affairs must remain secondary to service to the students concerning our immediate environment" He feels that in cases involving national politics the Student Senate can still function as a leader only after the majority will has been determined on each Issue. "Student Government leaders do not campaign and are not elected for their stands on national issues and due to this fact, the Senate cannot be expected to represent the majority opinion on these issues." Henning was also asked his opinion of the outcome of Senate elections and stated, "As an outlook for the Senate for next year, I would like to express much confidence in Steve Collins as the new presiding officer of the Student Senate. I also feel that the experience gained by the new Senators in association with David Huskins this summer and during the Pre-Session Conference will adequately prepare them to meet their responsibility, 'ft is my hope that Student Government in the comingyearwill maintain the conviction that I maintain - Student Government must act in the interest of the University as well as the students." Henning believes that David Huskins will do a good job as President of the Student Body in 1970-71. "It is my hope that he will mature in Student Government to be able to deal with actions of the Student Senate as they proceed through the channels of the Administrators." In the coming year, Henning hopes to see the Student Government be given more authority and suffer less Faculty Senate control. "The University Center Board is attempting to constructively implement such a change right now." He believes the difficulties encountered and revisions imposed upon the Student Senate by the Faculty Senate can be rectified by giving the new Vice-Pres ident for Student Development the authority in the realm 0f Student Affairs, subject, of course, to the President In his closing message to the students of Western Carolina University, Henning commended the mature behavior demonstrated by the student body which is noteworthy in this time of campus turmoil across the country. "This by itself has strengthened my belief la Student Government and my deep love for this school. In leaving, 1 take fond memories of associations with many students and administrators. Ify personal thanks goes to Dr Pow for his advice and constant interest" Henning, who plans to attend law school at the Univer sity of North Carolina after his graduation from WCU summarizes his year of service as President of the Student Body stating, "This year has meant a great deal to me and, I feel fortunate to have held this off ice. Suttl e given position John H. Suttle, Junior Senator, has recently been appointed as Manager of Kefrig- erator Services by the Student Senate. David Huskins, Pres- ident-Elect of the Student Body stated: "I feel that Mr, Suttle will make an outstanding co-ordinator for the refrigerator service. He has served the Senate well and we at Student Government feel that the refrigerator service to the students will expand under his guidance." Suttle, a junior from Shelby, is majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing. He will serve in the Senate again next year as a Senior Senator. Suttle is a Brother of Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity. ax 2nd Annual Atlanta International is going to happen JULY 3-4-5 P.O.Box 7844 Atlanta, Ga. 30309 WATCH FOR ANNOUNCEMENTS! MIDDLE GEORGIA RACEWAY 1-75 SOUTH TO BYRON EXIT. One hour drive from Atlanta.

The Western Carolinian is Western Carolina University's student-run newspaper. The paper was published as the Cullowhee Yodel from 1924 to 1931 before changing its name to The Western Carolinian in 1933.

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  • Western Carolina University
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• Date
  • Date original: 1970-05-28;
  • Date digitized: 2017-11-08
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  • Dimension: 15.75" x 11"
  • Pages: 12 pages
• Subject - Topic
  • College student newspapers and periodicals
  • Cullowhee (N.C.) -- Newspapers
  • Universities and colleges -- North Carolina -- Cullowhee -- Newspapers
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  • Jackson County (N.C.)
  • Cullowhee (N.C.)
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  • Western Carolina University
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  • HL_WesternCarolinian_1970-05-28_Vol35_No49
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