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  • HL_WesternCarolinian_1996-09-12_Vol62_No05_01

Ik esftern Car o linmn NEWS Page 4 Jtmcz of tlqc (Catmttmrnta- Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 BRIEF Issue 5, Vol. 62 September 12,1996 WCU Students Take On Rocky Mount Theatre Comes Alive at WCU PHOTO TERRY K. ROBERTS/WC Brian Clark leads the pack at the 10th Annual WCU Crosscountry Invitational. See story, page 6 Faculty Committee Announces Decision in SGA Hearing COMPILED by staff It's official: Locklear's president. On Thursday, September 5, the question of who would be SGA President for the 1996-97 school year was resolved. In an official letter from Richard Kucharski, Legal Counsel for the university, Paul Locklear was informed that he is "to be the elected and officially sworn-in Student Government Association President." .Kucharski drafted the decision of the faculty Senate Committee on Student Affairs into official legal language. During a telephone interview with Kucharski, he said that the decision to affirm Locklear as presidnet came from the faculty committee. "They had their hearing and made a decision," he said. "They did not pass their findings on to the Chancellor." He said he and Chancellor Bardo had no problem with the decision and that he was glad to "see the matter closed." The letter sent to Locklear included 12 reasons for the committee's decision. Most of them confirmed that the procedures the SGA used to disqualify him had indeed denied him due process during the elections last April. It also nullified Senate Resolution 1740, passed on April 28, which disqualified Locklear as a presidential candidate. The second page of the letter included seven recommendations from the faculty commission on how to avoid future problems with senate elections. The first suggestion was that "an inclusive and comprehensive error-free document" be drafted on election procedures. It went further, saying that this document should be approved by vote of the senate and, once approved, made available to all members of the senate and its various courts and committtees. The second suggestion says all SGA members should be trained in the governance of elections, in accordance with the newly drafted rules. Item three says any amendments or changes made in the election policies by resolution should be immediately attached to those rules. The fourth and fifth points deal with the enforcement of these new rules. The fourth states, "All procedures outlined in the approved governance documents must be enforced for all parties." The fifth suggestion says that the body which makes charges against candidates for infractions should not act as a judicial body in hearing these charges. Item six advises all committees and courts of the SGA to keep "documentation of all functions in a timely and orderly fashion." The final recommendation was that "closer supervision and advice should be made available from the student government advisor." Dr. Glenn Stillion, the SGA Advisor, said he is glad the SGA finally has a leader. "I look forward to working with Paul and whomever the students choose to represent them," Stillion said. Locklear Outlines Presidential Agenda JAMES GRAY NEWS EDITOR SGA President Paul LOcklear outlined his goals and plans in an interview with the Western Carolinian on Monday, September 9. A summary of that interview follows: •First, he will appoint an ad hoc committee to look at the bylaws and regulations of all the courts and committees of the SGA. Their job will be to find all contradictions between these rules and the SGA Constitution and change them. Locklear is going to personally oversee this committee. It will include Senators, the Attorney General, Public Defender and Clerk of Court. All changes made by the committee will have to be approved by an SGA resolution. •He will sponsor a student leadership retreat. The leaders of all clubs, organizations, fraternities and sororities will be asked to attend. Locklear also hopes the Chancellor, Department Heads and other administrators will accept his invitation to the retreat. "I want student leaders to have the chance to state their intentions and purpose," Locklear stated. "I want to see more community service on campus." He feels that many organizations do not contribute to the campus community. "If they take something out [SGA funding] then they need to put something back in," he said. When the Spring semester rolls around and allocations begin, Locklear says the senate will take what organizations have done over the year into consideration. •Since computers are a must for all students, Locklear wants to establish mini-labs in the residence halls. He wants each dorm to have five to ten terminals; and says a study could easily be converted into a lab to house them. The labs would be open to students during RA-monitored hours. "This would benefit students in many ways," he said. "The labs in the other buildings would be less crowded and students would gain more skills with using a computer. A lot of students can't afford a computer. I'm looking into the funding and maybe some money could come from work-study." Locklear said he is not all that concerned with getting the most up-to-date computers as he is with making work stations widely available. •Even though students over 21 only make up about 30% of the student body, Locklear feels this "silent minority" should have more social outlets in this area— specifically, on campus. He could gonot into de- PHOTO TERRY K. ROBERTS/WC SGA President Paul locklear tail, but said that he has had discussions with the administration about organizing a BYOB social event on campus. •Locklear will establish a Senate Committee to address student concerns about foodservice. This committee will examine the contract between WCU and Marriott, solicit opinions from the student body and then decide whether or not Marriott is fulfilling their obligations. •Finally, Locklear sees parking as another important issue. "Parking always has been and always will be an issue," he said. "Until we have new spaces build decks or restrict who can have a car on campus." Locklear stressed that his administration will be effective in getting students involved. He encourages all students to voice their concerns to members of the SGA. "I want to start a new trend where students have a voice on this campus and it's about time," he said." I would not be in this position if it were not for them. Do not be afraid [to speak out]. With the help of the paper, radio station, yearbook, IFC and all other or- ganizations we can make Western into whatever we want it to be." Consumer Guide Offered for Hew Students DANIELLE LAWSON STAFF WRITER Editor's Note: This is the first in a series of stories designed io help students "find what they need" in the Sylva- Cullowhee area. Welcome to the sprawling metropolis of Cullowhee! Don't let the small look of the Cullowhee/Sylva area fool you; if you are new to the area, finding your way around is not as easy as it first appears. Acclimating yourself to a new school is hard enough without the hassle of trying to find your way around town. Many freshmen and transfer students have gone through the trials and tribulations of attempting to locate stores that carry the items they need or those businesses that provide a particular service. Art and Hobbv Supplies fay Gee's Arts and Crafts...47 East Main St., Svlva...586-6659 When you need supplies for your art class and cannot find them at the campus bookstore, chances are Jay Gee's has what you need. The Main Street location makes it easy to find and more convenient than going to Asheville. Auto Bodv Culloivhee Body Shop...Old Highway 107, Culloiuhee. ..293-3489 Independent Paint and Body Shop...193 East Main St., Sylva. ..586-6954 Riverside Body Shop...River Rd., Cullowhee...293-3223 Smith 's Body Shop...101 East Main St., Sylva...586-0724 Tritt & Son Wrecker Service. . .101 East Main St., Sylva. . .586-2012 Auto Parts (New) Rod 's Auto Parts Inc...42 AshevilleHighway, Sylva...586-5558 (An affiliate of Big A Auto Parts) Rod's Auto Parts Inc. stocks foreign and domestic parts and accessories. Overnight delivery is available on special orders. Taylor Auto Parts. ..101 East Main St., Sylva. ..586-2183 (An affiliate of Car Quest Auto Parts Stores) Taylor Auto Parts carries both domestic and foreign parts, offering a coast-to-coast guarantee on their parts and accesories. Clark 's Auto Parts. . .262 East Main St., Sylva. . .586-4357 Clark's Auto Parts specializes in Volkswagen parts and service. Tim 's Auto Parts...238 East Main St., Sylva...586-6589 (An affiliate of Napa Auto Parts) Tim's Auto Parts offers parts, accessories and paint for domestic and foreign automobiles. Southern Auto Parts...109 East Main St., Svlva...586-5541 (An affiliate of Parts Plus Auto Stores) Southern Auto Parts offers service by experienced technicians for domestic and imports cars and trucks. Auto Repair Amoco Auto Service...Highway 441 South, Sylva...586-9721 C T Auto Service...Caldwell St., Sylva...586-8084 C T Auto Service does both major and minor repairs, as well as tuneups, oil changes and N.C. Auto Inspections. Cagle Auto Service. . .35 Asheville Highway, Sylva. . .586- 2555 Cagle Auto Repair has been in operation for over 35 years. They handle major and minor repair services, including tune-ups, brakes and A/C repair. Carolina Tire Co...98 EastMainSt., Sylva...586-4078 Clarks Auto Shop.. .262 East Main St., Svlva.. .586-4357 Clark's Auto Shop specializes in Volkswagen repairs. Cogdill Motor Co...Main and Mill St., Svlva...586-2017 I C's Shell and Auto Service...79 East Main St., Sylva...586- 8454 Owen's Auto Service...100-A East Main St., Sylva...631-0307 P&M Automotive.. .109 East Main St., Sylva.. .586-4866 Red 's Auto Service...58 East Main St., Sylva...586-9879 Scott-Rhodes Buick Pontiac GMC Inc...135 West Main St., Sylva..586-5572 Supri Auto Repair... 42A Asheville Highway, Sylva...586- 3952 Supri specializes in repair of Japanese automobiles. Banks Many local banks offer special accounts for college students. These accounts can save you money on checks, as well as not assessing a per-check fee. First Citizens Bank... West Main St., Sylva...586-5566 First Union...22 West Main St., Sylva...586-1300 Jackson Savings Bank...49 West Main St., Sylva...586-2451 Wachovia...1 University Drive, Cullowhee...293-9211 This branch of Wachovia is the most convenient banking option for WCU students. It is within walking distance of all campus residence halls and offers special student accounts and promotions. Wachovia (Sylva Branch)...38 West Main St., Sylva...586-2107 Beautv/Nail Salons Artistic Hair Styles...Sylva Plaza, Sylva...5865775 Artistic Hair Styles offers personalized styling and cutting, perms, coloring and tanning beds. They carry both Redkin and Paul Mitchel products and are open Monday through Saturday. Walk-ins are welcome; evenings are by appointment only. The Glamour Galleria...340 East Main St., Sylva...5862648 This salon offers hair care, skin care and cosmetics; call for a complimentary consultation. The Glamour Galleria is open Tuesday through Saturday. The Hair Station... Campus Drive, Cullowhee. ..293-5041 The Hair Station is on the WCU campus and offers a wide range of services: styling, cutting, coloring, nails and tanning. They feature Nexxus, Biolage and Matrix prouducts. Bed and Breakfast/Inns Don't panic when your family calls and says they are coming to visit this weekend and they want you to find them a place to stay. These B&B's will satisfy the most demanding of parents. However, if you would like to secure reservations for SEE "CONSUMER" PAGE 2

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
  • Date original: 1996-09-12
  • Date digitized: 2019-12-04
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  • Dimension: 22.5" x 14"
  • Pages: 12 pages
• Subject - Topic
  • College student newspapers and periodicals
  • Cullowhee (N.C.) -- Newspapers
  • Universities and colleges -- North Carolina -- Cullowhee -- Newspapers
  • Western Carolina University -- Periodicals
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  • Jackson County (N.C.)
  • Cullowhee (N.C.)
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  • Western Carolina University
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  • WCU Students Newspapers Collection
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  • HL_WesternCarolinian_1996-09-12_Vol62_No05
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