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  • 12 Western Carolinian April 11, 1995 Editorial SGA Senator Speaks Truth About Rape Dear Editor, It should be noted that the purpose behind this editorial is not to be an autobiography, but simply to let the students of Western know the truth. When I came back from the Army in 1993 I ran for Senate again. One of the first pieces of legislation I submitted during this period of time was to reinstate Stray Cat Security. As some of you know this was defeated. Not because it was ineffective, because according to crime reporting statistics there were coincidentally zero forcible rapes in 1990, and mysteriously there were 2 forcible rapes the year after it died. It dissolved because the Director graduated and the person selected to take his place never came to work or scheduled anyone to work during operating hours. Back to the defeated issue, when the resolution came up it was shot down because another organization formed for the same purpose was seeking recognition, their request was granted. Well, as anyone can observe this rival organization never went into full swing and today we are without an escort service. The same person who ensured Stray Cat's defeat in SGA two years ago showed their true colors recently involving Power 91. As some of you know, in January of this year I attempted to hold hearings on the numerous allegations which had been levied against members of the campus radio station. It should be noted that the sole purpose behind the hearings was to establish what the facts were rather than to point the finger as is often the case in the troubled society that we live in. To my surprise, I was mysteriously ordered to cease and desist with the hearing. No doubt because of the undue influence of certain University officials on their friends in SGA. Anyway, one of the main issues to be discussed in the hearings was that of sexual harassment charges which had been made against Chris Andrews, who as of late has been charged with statutory rape. The truth in the matter is that though Andrews was allegedly punished for these actions at the station, the agreement to punish Andrews was never enforced. When I learned of this I was shocked. I couldn't believe that he was permitted to get away with it. He was accused by not one, but two different females of this act. Evidence of his guilt in this matter included audio tapes and numerous written documents that Andrews had signed. I was informed by numerous sources that the Affirrpative Action officer had spoken with both victims and had not taken any corrective action on the matter as of yet. I assumed that action would be taken after further investigation. I was sought out to provide help to the victims in this particular case and proceeded to collect evidence from numerous sources. When the hearing date finally came, Andrews, Whalen, and other individuals from the station refused to come, sending Dr. Tim Jacobs in their place, claiming that though SGA (your) money pays for 100% of the station's budget, that SGA and/or the student body had no jurisdiction or say in the matter, despite evidence presented to him to the contrary. Then I was directed by individuals who shall remain nameless to postpone the hearings indefinitely on the promise that the matter would be pursued further. At the next Senate meeting following this incident, I was brought up on trumpedup charges, and convicted based upon inadmissible hearsay evidence alone. One of the individuals responsible for bringing these charges was the-same individual responsible for the fact that the women of this campus don't have a rape and assault prevention escort service to this day. I, as a result of trying to establish the truth in this matter, was unlawfully, without due process, stripped of both my Rules Committee Chairmanship and my post of President Pro-Tempore of the Senate. A case that I have since taken to the Student Supreme Court to be resolved. I have seen what can happen if you stand up for what you believe in. I was prosecuted for simply seeking the truth. Could Andrews have been prevented from committing the crime for which he is charged? We will never know, because of individuals who appear to be more concerned with Western's good name than your wellbeing. The campus has a right to know that this most recent incident is not the first time Andrews has been involved in this type of behavior. I have turned over all of the evidence that I have gathered in this matter to the appropriate authorities, hoping than justice will prevail in this matter. Rape is a serious crime that should never be downplayed. In order to help deal with this issue, the new SGA President Jessica Laverty and myself plan on bringing back Stray Cat Security to begin service in the fall. In my three terms in Senate, I have submitted over 130 pieces of legislation on your behalf based upon your willingness to let me know about your concerns. If standing up for your viewpoints and rights means that I must face charges then so be it. I believe that as a public servant, my primary duty is to represent you, the students of Western Carolina University even if that means that I must be attacked. I Whose Graduation is it, Anyway? To the editor and the graduating seniors: Graduation is almost upon us and I'm sure a great deal of seniors are very relieved (or worried). Commencement at Western, I have heard, is a very strict and formal ceremony. Pursuant to this, we are allowed to wear absolutely no adornments on our caps or gowns. Yes, I do have something I would like to wear. It is a medallion that signifies (to me) that I have accomplished and achieved a great number of things at Western. I worked very hard to earn this medallion; I struggled through part-time jobs, full-time classes, and a full-time marriage. Being able to prove to my family and friends what I have done is very important to me. I have requested that I ( and others who have earned this medallion) be allowed to wear this at graduation. I was told no and had the policy and the reasons for its existence explained to me. I will not recount the exact details of the conversation because I do not wish to misquote anyone. I will, however, bring up the same points in this letter as I did in the conversation. 1 fully understand the need for such a policy and the need to control inappropriate adornments. I'm sure the policy exists as it does because it is much easier to not have to check every single student and an across-the-board policy won't bring up questions of equity. However, this policy makes us all look like lemmings marching down the aisle and across the stage. Whatever happened to individuality? We spend four (or more) years here being taught to think for ourselves and be our own person to have it culminate in a ceremony where we must all be dressed exactly alike and look the same. Where is the pride in that? The faculty wears color-coded hoods that designate not only their academic discipline, but also the university frpm which they earned their degree. I realize this is a long-standing tradition in such ceremonies, but if the ultimate goal is uniformity, why don't they all wear discipline colors with purple and gold school colors? Why are they allowed self-expression when we are not? Ah, but let me not forget the honor card. The honor card is distributed to students with a 3.50 GPA or better. The University feels that this is sufficient recognition of academic achievement. I beg to differ. I'm sure there are many students who have achieved goals that are totally unrelated to a GPA. Shouldn't they be allowed to wear appropriate adornments? Don't get me wrong. I'm sure not advocating complete anarchy. I think there is a fine line between good taste and gaudiness. I don't think you should be allowed to wear every single pin you've earned at WCU, but one or two special pieces that represent what you have achieved whether it be Greek, SGA, honor societies, major discipline clubs, or whatever. As long as you did it while you were a Western student and it is sponsored by Western, it should be allowed. The bottom line is: Whose graduation is it? Is it for the faculty and staff? No, I'm quite sure the majority of them would rather be somewhere else. It is a ceremony that takes place twice a year. It is for the parents and families? Yes-partially. But I know their pleasure will come from letting all those around them know how proud they are of me and my hard work. Don't all parents deserve the same feelings? Wouldn't your Mom like to be able to point you out as you walk across the stage and explain to everyone that you're wearing a sorority pin and you were the president? Is it for the students? Absolutely. It is our hard work and dedication that got us here. Faculty members don't just pass people. Admittedly, some classes are easier than others, but wasn't there at least one required class that you really worked hard at? Besides, last time I checked, we (or our parents) paid tuition to come here. We bought this education and final awarding of it should be done to our satisfaction. After all, if there were no students, there would be no Western. All I'm trying to say is that we are mature enough to make our own decisions. If enough students do not speak out, nothing will change. Don't you want our right to self-expression? Your right to individuality? Let the administration know if you don't like the policy. You help to pay their salaries. This can be changed. Beth Battle Former Mortar Board Vice-President will be in office for the coming year, so please let your voice be heard, by getting involved. As always, if you have any ideas or suggestions for anything you would like to be done at Western, please feel free to contact me. I cannot in all honesty make any guarantees, but I will do whatever I can to ensure that your viewpoints are heard. Sincerely, Bob Hodges Senator-at-Large Western Carolina University Student Government Association
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