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The Week's News The Western Caroiinian 4 Thursday, February 26,1987 Campus This Week in the SGA Senate The Student Senate was called to order at 5:00 in the Cata mount Room on February 19. The following business occured: OLD BUSINESS: S.R. 1181 Sponsored by Senator Mark Weaver. "Being an act to establish a Final Exam Exemption Policy." This resolution was defeated. S.R. 1185 Sponsored by: the Committee on Clubs and Organizations. "Being an act to approve the constitution of the WCU 'W Monogram Club." This resolution was defeated on the pretext that it would discriminate against the handicapp. S.R. 1186 Sponsored by: Senator Mike Byrd. "Being an act of affirming the N.C. Department of Transportation's evaluation for a stop light at the intersection of Central and University Drives." This resolution passed by voice vote. S.R. 1187 Sponsored by: Senator Mike Byrd. "Being an act requesting that the WCU Athletic Department and the Ramsey Activity Center staff not close or limit recreational facilities in Reid Gym and the Ramsey Center because of athletic events." This resolution passed by voice vote. NEW BUSINESS: SR. 1188 Sponsored by: The Office of Vice- President Chris Geis. "Being an act to beautify the area on Central Drive between Dodson Cafeteria and the small shopping center area. This resolution was referred to the Advancement of the University Committee. SPECIAL BUSINESS: S.R. 1141 Sponsored by: The University Services Committee. "Being an act to improve Forsyth Basement Computer Lab." This resolutin passed the Senate on March 19, 1986. The Senate has been notified that 15 new Vax terminals have been purchased. SR. 1165 Sponsored by: Senator Greg Horn. "Being an act to Recommend to the Housing Office at WCU that it evaluate the phone systems of the dorms, many of which are reportedly defectivce." This resolution passed the Senate on November 13, 1986. Dr. Stillion stated that the problem is being looked into. S.R. 1167 Sponsored by: The Office of Vice- President Chris Geis. "Being an act to require all instructors at WCU to return exa mi nations to students for a fair period of review." This resolution passed the Senate on Novembver 20, 1986, and Dr. Stillion reported to the Senate that this resolution was in line with the Faculty Handbook, and therefore should be followed. S.R. 1170 Sponsored by: The Office of Vice- President Chris Geis "Being an act to request that professors who cancel class without notifying students call the campus radio station to inform the student of the cancelled classes." Dr. Stillion said this could not be done. S.R. 1172 Sponsored by: The Office of Vice- President Chris Geis and Senator Mark Weaver "Being an act to allow student living on campus the option of buying the ten meal plan." This resolution was passed on February 12, 1987, and Dr. Stillion stated there is a good possibility that this could be implemented. S.R. 1174 Sponsored by: Senator Mark Weaver "Being an act to adequately light Ihe sidewalks and steps leading from Brown Cafeteria to Reynolds, Robertson, and Buchanan Dorms." This resolution was passed by the Senate on December 12,1986. Dr. Stillion has reported to the Senate that the work on the lighting will be done. S.R. 1175 Sponsored by: The Office of Vice- President Chris Geis. "Being an act to expand weekend hours for Reid Gymnasium and providing for a clear and visible set of posted hours for its use." This resolution was passed by the Senate on January 29, 1987. Dr. Stillion stated the hours could be expanded provided enough students attend during the new hours. S.R. 1176 Sponsored by: The Office of Vice- President Chris Geis. "Being an act to place a microwave oven in the Catskeller." This resolution passed the Senate on December 2, 1986, and Dr. Stillion stated that one would be placed in the Catskeller. Any student interested in knowing more about the SGA Senate, should feel free to come to every meeting held in the Cata mount Room. The Student Senate is an effective part of the SGA system. The resolutions introduced proved this. Mark Weaver is a SGA Senator. Learn by doing is the philosophy underlying the Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC), and that's precisely how cadets are taught administrative and supervisory skills through the unique Cadet Troop Leader Training Program (CTLT). Under the three week CTLT Program, Cadets may be placed in 17 different organizations, ranging from Armor to Special Forces, and including positions in the Medical Service area. Melinda Jackson, a nursing student and a senior in ROTC participated in the CTLT program this past summer at Walson Army Community Hospital at Fort Dix in New Jersey. Miss Jackson was able to complement the practical skills learned at the Nurse Summer Training Program by handling administrative and supervisory leadership duties on a daily basis as a supervisor in an out-patient clinic. "My primary responsibility was to make sure there were no nursing problems in the clinic," explained Jackson. "I also served as a go- between for nurses and patients to the doctors." Furthermore she participated in all meetings concerning the hospital's clinics, focusing on improving communications between the various clinics. "My training was terrific," Jackson commented. "I worked under a lieutenant colonel who really knew her stuff. She was always available to answer my questions or listen to any complaints. And administrators were open to my suggestions." As part of her training Miss Jackson was involved in all aspects of the clinic, learning about the responsibilities of the entire staff, which included two receptionists, one nurse, and four para-professionals. She felt this was essential to being a good supervisor, noting, "One day we admitted more than 50 people in under an hour which meant you did everything in a crunch." With a management class still to come as part of her nursing studies here at Western, Miss Jackson knows she will be able to benefit from her experiences during the CTLT Program. Miss Jackson feels that she is much further along than other students in the nursing program because of her experiences in the program at Walson. If this type of management experience interest you come by and speak with MAJ French at Stillwell or give him a call at 227- 74 38/7439. Miss Becky Hyde of Morganton will present a concert of Contemporary Christian Music on Saturday, March 14at 7:00pm. at the First Baptist Church in Sylva. Miss Hyde has toured and ministered with various Christian Music Ministry groups throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe including Isreal, Italy, Egypt, Greece, Austria, Germany, Holland and England. While in England in 1984 with the Continental Singers and Orchestra, she took part in the Billy Graham Evangelistic Crusade's "Mission England." As a part of trio recording artist group, "Silverwood", she appeared on the same tickets with Sandi Patti, David Meece, Carmen, Scott Wesley Brown, Petra, and other well known Christian artists. Miss Hyde is currently establishing her own Christian Music Ministry and has done concerts in Georgia, Florida, Virginia and North Carolina. She will present a program of music that appeals to all ages. There will be no charge of Saturday's program, but a love offering will be taken. The public is cordially invited. Filing notices for the offices of Student Government Association president and vice president will be accepted starting Wednesday, March 4, and up until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25. Elections for SGA president and vice president will be Wednesday, April 1. All candidates who wish to file for either office must have at leasta 2.0 QPR and must be a regularly enrolled student ai Western Carolina. Filing notices can be picked up in the SGA office, on the second floor of the University Center. For more information, contact SGA president Cliff Clark or SGA vice president Chris Gels, at 227- 7299. WWCU RADIOTHON By MARTHA McA«E flAffJfffllOB, WWCU FM 91 sponsored a Leukemia Radiothon which began at 6:00 a.m. 0n Wednesday, Feb. 18 and ran 36 hours up until 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 19. The radiothon was kicked off by DJ. Tim Paskert who was followed by DJs Craig Wells, Stan Morrow, the Master G„ Lisa Mirando, Kenny Reed, and Stuart Condie. All of the workers at WWCU participated and were a big help, the DJ.s said. Dorms competed against each other in making donations. Harril and Buchanan dormitories emerged the winners for male and female dorms respectively. Greek Clubs made several donations with the Sigma Nu's, Kappa Alpha Order (KA), Pi Lambda Phi (Pj Lamb), and the Sigma Phi Epsilon's (Sig Ep) along with their Golden Hearts making outstanding contributions. WC Cats Pizza donated 50C and 25C for each large pizza and Sub delivered. They also provided WWCU with three meals as well as donating $1.00 for every 12 or 16 inch pizza sold within the first 6 hours after the radiothon. Justjanes gave away a free Mexican Dinnerfor two for whoever made the highest contribution. Albums, pizzas, and stickers, were also given away. Cullowhee Cafe also provided meals for the WWCU staff with Hardee's providing breakfast on Thursday morning. The 36 hour radiothon got over S3500. The Radio Station staff, WCU students, fraternities, and sororities, dorms, faculty, and the surrounding community of Western Carolina University should be proud of themselvesformaking this wonderful and helpful contribution to leukemia. SPRING BREAK! By MARTHA McAFEE STAFF WRITER Everyone around campus has been suffering through the bad weather in Cullowhee this winter. However, there seems to be a cure. Finally its here; only one week until Spring Break! In case you haven't noticed, See SPRING BREAK Page Five State and National ST. LOUIS - Spring Break vacationers heading south to Florida this year will have the opportunity to sample hot coffee, doughnuts and good advice about highway safety and responsible alcohol consumption at Budweiser "Pit Stops' located at designated highway rest areas along major interstate routes to Florida. Sponsored in conjuction with the state tourism and highway patrol departments in Indiana and Georgia, the Budweiser "Pit Stops" will be open each of the three busiest Spring Break travel weekends (March 6-8; 13-15; 20- 22), and are located off Interstate 65 near Henryville, Indiana; I-75 in Valdosta, Georgia, and I-95 in Savannah, Georgia. This is the fourth consecutive year for the program. Last year, Rick Smith, special assistant to the administrator of the U.S. Transportation Department, kicked off the opening of the Henryville "Pit Stop," pouring coffee and serving doughnuts to those first visitors. Two years ago, Indiana Governor Robert D. Orr visited the Henryville "Pit Stop" and greeted many of those vacationers who stopped for a snack. "The success of the Budweiser Pit Stop' program in the past four years has strengthened the unique, partnership between the world's largest brewer and state officials in promoting highway safety," said Smith at last year's event. The "moderation" message will be reinforced at the "Pit Stops" through distribution of Anheuser- Busch's "Know When To Say When" and "Buddy System" alcohol- responsibility materials, including brochures, bumper stickers, blood-alcohol chart key chains, and other items. More than 30,000 Spring Break travelers representing approximately 600 colleges nationwide took advantage of the 1986 Budweiser "Pit Stop" program, and company and state officials expect to increase that number even more in 1987. Bruce Hornsby and the Range and Wang Chung will perform at Spring Break concerts sponsored by Budweiser in Daytona Beach and for those Spring Breakers who m Ft. Lauderdale, Wang Chung will be performing at the newly completed Six Flags Atlantis Park. The concert will be held at approximately 7 p.m. In South Padre Island, Texas, Stevie Ray Vaughn and the Fabulous Thunderbirds will perform in concert March 19. If the beach gets too hot, Spring Breakers will have the opportunity to "Ski Daytona" at the second annual Busch City Ski event that features complimentary skiing for residents and visitors on a specially built ski slope on the beach. The slopes will open in Daytona on a Tuesday, March 24 and will continue through Wednesday, March 25. The Busch "Mountain" is made of hundreds of tons of shaved ice on a base formed from 1,000 cubic yards of sand. Complimentary equipment, including skis, boots and ski poles will be provided. The event will also be held in Miami March 17-18. In between body-surfing, laying out in the sun and snow skiing, Spring Break '87 vacationers will also have the opportunity to win an Isuzu Turbo Impulse RS sports car, Budweiser electric guitars and Fantasy Tour T-shirts as part of the brand's sweepstakes promotion. Point-of-sale materials located at off-premise locations during March and April will invite consumers to enter the Budweiser Fantasy Tour Sweepstakes promotion. Entry blanks will also be made available in Budweiser's Spring Break insert which will be included in college newpapers. Or, entrants may drop their name in the sweepstakes entry box at the Budweiser/Bud Light Beach Club, which will be located in Daytona and Ft. Lauderdale. The Beach Clubs will be open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 9 through 29, and will house a special Message Center where visitors can phone home — or anywhere else in the U.S. — at no charge. A complimentary message service center at the club will allow visitors to leave notes for friends. Additionally, live radio broadcasts will also be made from the Beach Clubs. Can collection centers will be located at the Budweiser/Bud Light Beach Clubs. Empty aluminum cans may be exchanged for T-shirst, towels, Frisbees, caps, and other items. All proceeds from the can reclamation project will benefit local charities in each of the markets. The moderation message will be reinforced through disribution of "Know When To Say When" and "Buddy System" alcohol- responsibility materials produced by Anheuser-Busch. For the first time, nearly 500 bartenders in Spring Break hot spots like Daytona Beach, Ft. Lauderdale and South Padre Island have been trained this year in methods to keep patrons from abusing alcoholic beverages. The training, which is sponsored by Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc., is called TIPS. (Training for Intervention Procedures by Servers of Alcohol). T.I.P.S. training gives bartenders information about the effects of alcohol, tips on identifying potentially troublesome situations, and tactics to use in effectively dealing with intoxicated customers, or those who are becoming intoxicated, without creating a disturbance for others. The program also reminds bartenders that it is their duty to serve alcohol responsibly. T.I.P.S., which is one element of Anheuser-Busch's "Operation Alert"' program to promote responsible drinking, was developed by Dr. Morris E. Chafetz, founding director of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and president of the Health Education Foundation in Washington, D.C. T.I.P.S. seminars have been held at the Plaza Hotel in Daytona Beach, Ha (Feb. 2), Stephens Beverage, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. (Feb. 10-12), and at the Best Western Hotel on South Padre Island, Tex. (Feb. 17-18). Spring Break '8 7 will get off to a big start as Michelob and the British rock group, Genesis, launch the "Michelob Spring Jam." The "Jam" will feature Genesis concerts Feb. 28 at the Tangerine Bowl in Orlando, Fla., and March 1 in Miami, Ra. The two outdoor performances will conclude Genesis' current 15-city U.S. concert tour, which was sponsored by Michelob. A special commemorative Genesis poster was included in the recent Anheuser-Busch Spring break college newspaper insert. In addition, radio stations in both markets will award Genesis concert tickets as part of on-air International OIL PRICES DROPPING? By TIM BARTON STAFF WRITER Domestic oil producers are advocating a tariff of $10 per barrel on oil which will probably cost the American economy $100 billion per year, according to The Charlotte Observer of Feb. 17. The Citizen-Labor Coalition says that the average household would, if this tariff was passed, pay $204 more for gasoline and home heating oil, or $207 more for gasoline and natural gas. In effect, this would raise the cost of diesel fuel by 30 percent, residential natural gas by 29 percent, gasoline by 27 percent, and home heating oil by 26 percent when compared with average prices last year. This proposed tariff is opposed by many major oil companies with overseas operations. The current tariff is only 11.7 cents per barrel and trade prices for oil are about $18 per barrel. The cost of oil was $28 per barrel for most of 1985 and dropped below $10 per barrel in the summer of 1986. A holocaust survivor in a voice quivering with emotion, today told a Jerusalem courtroom that a retired Ohio autoworker was a Nazi guard who beat Jewish prisoners, gouged out their eyes and gassed them to death. The witness repeatedly pounded the witness stand as he pointed to John Demjanjuk. The defendant says it's a case of mistaken identity. More than 25 years after his death, author Boris Pasternak has been reinstated by the Soviet Writer's Union. The reinstatement was the latest in a series of government actions upgrading Pasternak who died in disgrace in 1960. In 1958 Pasternak won the Nobel Prize for Literature following the publication of "Doctor Zhivngo," which resulted in his expulsion from the writer's union. The Soviet Union would reportedly stick by its nuclear test ban if the U.S. joins the moratorium. The Soviets are poised fo resume their nuclear testing, but a Soviet official tells ABC that Moscow whould reimpose its test ban if the U.S. joins it. After the U.S. carried out an underground blast early this month, the Soviets announced they would soon end their moratorium. The Philippine army has been placed on alert, a precaution against trouble from communist rebels and backers of ousted president Ferdinand Marcos. The alert coincides with nationwide celebrations marking the first anniversary of Marco's downfall. Military officials say rebels used women and children as shields during one nine-hour battle over the weekend. One government soldier was killed, but there's no word on rebel losses. The luck of the Irish was much in evidence in a recent lottery that offered American residency as the prize. That's because in the rare immigration lottery Irish immigrants won more than 30 percent of the ten thousand immigration slots that will be made available over the next two years. The procedure was designed to allow residency to persons who normally wouldn't qualify for immigration under existing rules. In Lebanon, Syrian Forces Have reportedly killed 22 members of the group often blamed for kidnapping Americans and other foreigners in Beirut. Authorities say the fighting began Tuesday as Syrian troops continued to try to restore order in West Beirut. Twenty-Two Shiite Moslem Militiamen, Members of Hezbollah, were reported killed in hand-to-hand combat with Syrian troops in West Beirut Tuesday. It was the most serious fighting involving the Syrians since they moved into Beirut over the weekend to put down factional fighting. Earlier, three Druse gunmen were killed when they tried to flee from Syrian soldiers. Please join us for a Happg Hour Open HouSe at Computer's Work (Wachovia Bank Building) from 4:00 - 7:00 PM Tuesday, March 3 for a Guided Tour, Refreshments & Refreshers (Daquiri, Pina Colada & Fuzzy Navel)

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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  • Date original: 1987-02-26
  • Date digitized: 2019-04-09
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  • Pages: 14 pages
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  • College student newspapers and periodicals
  • Cullowhee (N.C.) -- Newspapers
  • Universities and colleges -- North Carolina -- Cullowhee -- Newspapers
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  • Cullowhee (N.C.)
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