|
The Raymond Walters College |
|
Vol. 10 N. 7 |
Photo
The "Hear We R" singing sisters performed at the International
Festival at RWC on Feb. 12. The reggae group "Positive Reaction"
also performed. (Photo by Rachel Hannon)
by Rachel M. Hannon
The Student Activities Committee (SAC) will be offering students a chance to escape before finals. On Wednesday, March 12, the cafeteria will be turned into a beach party. Activities will be held from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and will include limbo, indoor volleyball, and a hackey sack contest, as well as many other events. Ray's Café will be offering a special lunch menu, and SAC will serve virgin daiquiris. All students are invited to come and play a game, relax by the pool, play in the sand, or just sit and enjoy the music and atmosphere. Mark your calendars now for this chance to start your spring break a little early.
by Heather Reilly
As you roam the halls of RWC, you may notice the current Activist issue strategically placed throughout the building. Now, not only can you walk into the student lounge and pick up the latest copy, but you can also walk into any computer lab and find us on the World Wide Web.
The Activist will continue publishing a paper copy as well as the on-line copy. Make sure you check out the Activist On-line since special pictures and stories that do not make it into the paper copy will be published on the web. The Activist On-line is still being perfected, but check us out at <http://www.rwc.uc.edu/activist> or find the Activist link located under the student section of the RWC home page.
Here at the Activist we like to encourage students and faculty to offer suggestions. For his suggestion and help this quarter, the Activist would like to extend a special thanks to Mike Zappone. Mike is a Commercial Art student who designed the new masthead displayed for this issue as well as for the Activist On-line. Thanks, Mike!
by Rachel M. Hannon
Kristina Abrams won the election for Student Government's Vice President of the Cabinet. She joins Russell Burns, Christy Lockhart, and Josh Goode on the Executive Staff of Student Government.
Student Government is in the process of growing and becoming more involved in different issues affecting students at RWC. If you are interested in what they are doing, or would like to get involved, stop by the Student Government Office in Room 102.
A new cancellation policy has been implemented at RWC. In the past, a student's registration was canceled at some point in the quarter if his/her bill was not paid. The Student Accounts Office has now adopted a new (and different) cancellation policy for students who have not paid their bill by the due date.
A student's registration will be canceled by the Student Accounts Office for the following reasons only:
These are the only two instances that a student's registration would be canceled by the Students Accounts Office. Students are encouraged to pay their bill by the due date. "To do otherwise," said RWC Assistant Dean Tim Quinnan, "may jeopardize this new more lenient policy that truly benefits us all."
by Richard Waggoner
I value little my own opinions, but I value just as little those of others-Montaigne
I smoke cigarettes because I want to. I put a lot of sugar in my coffee because I want to. I eat at Taco Bell because I like it (it's cheap). I do not think anybody drives remotely as well as I do. I think the government takes too much of my money and spends it on things I do not want it spent on (like welfare).
I think wearing underwear is disgusting. I like peanut butter on my waffles. I believe in God but have no use whatsoever for any religion or church that has a 1-800 number (the God I worship is not short of cash). It seems to me that marriage is a bit medieval (I was married once; it felt like being broken on the rack). I think most politicians are a waste of tissue.
I think my parents are pretty cool, but I do not want to be like them. I think drugs should be legalized (the "drug war" obviously being a complete failure). I am sure that we all have free will, but some of us don't realize it. I think the new television rating system is ridiculous. I don't think anybody is "better" than me. Conversely, I don't think I'm "better" than anybody.
This is my point. I am using this space that has been so graciously provided by this outstanding news reporting entity to give my opinion. There have been many before me, and there will be many after me. If something in this narrative bothered you then I have succeeded in my mission that was set forth by the Eternal Roos. I informed you. I made you think about something. You may or may not agree with anything I say. That would be excellent. The Activist can easily be contacted. If you do not care about any of this (that would be sad), then there is nothing else for me to say.
by Kris Royer RWC Job Placement Officer
At some point in your life you have probably been told what to do during a job interview: dress appropriately, show up early, and look people in the eye. Some people, apparently, should have been told what not to do. In a survey sponsored by Robert Half International, an executive recruiting company, vice presidents and personnel directors were asked to describe their most unusual experience interviewing prospective employees.
Here are just some of the incidents reported:
Needless to say, you'll want to refrain from using any of these "unemployment strategies" during your next job interview! To learn more about the right way to interview, pick up a copy of Get the Job, a handbook on interviewing, resume writing, and job search strategies in the Career Services office.
by Richard Waggoner
One day recently, I felt compelled to give blood. It seemed that it was the "right thing" to do. This action is very beneficial to hospitals and companies testing blood for various new medicines. Those nice people from Hoxworth were on our campus Wed. Feb. 5, thus presenting me with an excellent opportunity to donate my life-force to posterity. I did not expect it to be a big deal.
I was somewhat surprised to find a question on one of the forms a donor must fill out that caused me dismay. This question asked: "Have you ever had sex with another man?" In these instances in life where I come across something that triggers alarms in my head, I usually rely on common sense to sort out the confusion in my subconscious. Ten or so years ago, AIDS was a predominantly "gay" disease.
The last time I read anything about this national pariah of a disease, it was reeking havoc in the heterosexual world. I do not think it is that much of a stretch for me to say the aforementioned question was a little stereotypical. Yes, AIDS has killed more gay men than any other "group," but it now blossoms without discrimination in the heterosexual community. In the early 80's, Bob and Ray did not wear condoms.
Now, Jack and Jill are not wearing condoms. It makes no difference to this virus with whom you exchange your bodily fluids. In short, I found this question offensive and extremely short-sighted. Every individual is responsible for his or her own actions, right? Why not rephrase the question: "Have you had sex with anyone lately?" I am sure I am not completely informed about Hoxworth's policies. Maybe there is some fine print somewhere that I missed.
I am not being critical of Hoxworth in general. They are doing a good thing. They have great cookies too. I only wish to know why this particular question is so "dated" and, at least on the surface, discriminatory.
A course will be offered this spring called Knot Theory and Contemporary Scientific Applications. It is a three-credit course that will be held Tuesday nights from 6:20-9:00 p.m. in the Honors Seminar Room 200C, Old Service Building on the Clifton Campus. There are no prerequisites in math or science, but you must be an Honors Student and have the permission of the instructor, Dr. Rno, to take the course.
For those who aren't familiar with knot theory, here is a brief description. Over a century old, knot theory is today one of the most active areas of modern mathematics. During the last decade knot theory has become increasingly useful in biology, chemistry, and physics. Molecular biologists use knot theory in the analysis of DNA molecules, proteins, and enzymes. Knots are all around us. They occur in strings, fishing lines, garden hoses, scarves, neckties, etc.
We can experience knotting, linking, and braiding in hands-on fashion. The purpose of this course is to implement a new approach to teaching mathematics and science as an integrated, spatial, visual and hands-on experience. The goal of this course is to introduce students to both mathematics and science necessary for the understanding of these applications at the level of articles in Scientific American Magazine.
For further information, see the University of Cincinnati Honors Scholars Program Requirements and Course Offering for 1996-97. Or, contact Dr. Rno, Professor of Mathematics and Physics, Room 313, Muntz Hall, RWC, or phone at 745-5625.
by Heather Reilly
Calling all nursing students! Are you currently enrolled in the two-year nursing program at RWC? Are you planning to continue your education and receive a four-year nursing degree? Then come to the Educational Mobility Program information sessions. These information sessions are for Pre-Nursing and Nursing students and RNs who need a BSN degree. The sessions will provide tips on how to get started, as well as information about required courses and locations in addition to RWC where courses are offered. The information sessions will begin this month and end in April. Information sessions
*Flory Center Building at Raymond Walters
To reserve your seat and get information to prepare you for the session call (513)558-3600.
by Heather Reilly
Three Internet classes will be offered during March. The Taste of the Internet class will be held on Saturday, March? 8, 9-12 p.m. Professor and Cincinnati Post columnist, Stan Sulkes will be teaching the class. The cost for the class is $60 per person and $110 per pair. A Genealogy class will be offered on Saturday, March 22 and Saturday, March 29. Both classes will be held 9-11 a.m. The cost for the Genealogy class is $79 per person and $150 per pair. The Genealogy classes will be taught by Stan Sulkes and Danny Miller. For more information and reservations, call 745-5776.
by Heather Reilly
Earn an Associate Degree at RWC by joining the two-year Ford ASSET program. This college program is a joint undertaking by three organizations: RWC, Scarlet Oaks, and Ford Dealers. The ASSET curriculum consists of 11-week sessions of classroom work that alternate with 11-week sessions of work experience at a Ford Motor Company dealership.
Ford ASSET students receive classroom work at RWC, hands-on classroom experience at Scarlet Oaks, and job experience at a Ford Motor dealership. Financial aid is available through RWC and Scarlet Oaks. Most Scarlet Oaks classes are held daily 8-1:30 p.m., and students take afternoon and evening classes at RWC. Placement tests must be taken before registration, so students should contact their advisor and set up an appointment.
For more information contact Jenny Ross at (513) 745-5776.
by Scott Ferguson
The Dental Hygiene Department has been spending a lot of time planning for the future. Students and faculty have been meeting with architects and engineers to discuss plans for the Dental Hygiene Clinic in the new RWC Science and Allied Health Building. In addition to moving into a new building Dental Hygiene will be updating its equipment.
The new building will feature 34 new chairs and six new radiology rooms. That is a significant increase from what the current clinic has. Also the students and faculty have been meeting vendors about new dental hygiene products. The cilinic will get a new chair from a supplier in early March to try out and possibly use in the new building. In addition Department members have been visitng other universities to observe other programs and operations.
Nominations are being accepted for the 1997 RWC College Distinguished Alumni Awards. Nomination forms are available by calling College Relations at 745-5685. Deadline for nominations is March 1. The award ceremony will be held on April 25. The Distinguished Alumni program was started in 1994 to recognize the achievements of RWC graduates and former students.
Anyone may nominate a former student for the award. Criteria for selection include professional and volunteer accomplishments, educational attainment, community service, and more. For more information, contact RWC's College Relations at 745-5685.
by Heather Reilly
The Writing Lab offers a variety of tutors to help students with writing papers. Each of these tutors add something special to the Writing Lab. Bonnie Johnston, Director of the Writing Lab and part-time faculty member in the English Department here, has a B.S. from Miami University and a Masters of Education from UC. The Writing Lab employs academic tutors as well as student tutors to fill studentsÕ needs.
Mei Ying Minnich, academic tutor, has a B.A. and a Diploma in Education from the University of Malaysia as well as an M.A. from Cincinnati Bible College and Seminary. Mei Ying also taught English as a second language in Malaysia for 10 years.
Julia James is also an academic tutor with a B.S. in English from UC. Julia is currently enrolled in the masters program in Educational Foundations at UC.
Student tutor Maria Damen has a B.A. from the University of Detroit and an M.A. from the University of Tennessee. She also has a Professional Certificate in Accounting from UC and is a former teacher.
Raegan Willingham is also a student tutor employed in the Writing Lab. Raegan is enrolled in the Liberal Arts program at RWC; she plans to continue at Clifton campus for a degree in psychology.
Stop in and see your friendly Writing Lab tutors for help.
by Maggie Lewis
Okay, everyone remembers the recent fire alarm fiasco and the confusion it caused. The RWC Maintenance Department has released a list of fire alarm procedures that have been established by the State Fire Marshall and are required by law. Here they are:
RWC members of Collegiate Secretaries International (CSI) have been working very hard to accumulate enough money to attend the International Conference in St. Louis on March 6-9. The CSI fund-raisers include candy and carnation sales.
You have probably noticed many CSI members carrying around boxes of candy containing M&Ms, Reeses, and Kit Kats. This is a great deal because you not only get a king sized candy bar, but you also receive a $1 off coupon for Subway. Carnations were sold on Thursday and Friday of last week. "It was a fun event," said Sherrie DeJinckheere, President of CSI.
The proceeds to these fund-raisers will pay hotel costs, transportation, and registration fees for the conference. There are 16 members and two advisors attending the conference this year.
March is national Youth Art Month and RWC is ready to celebrate. From Feb. 28 to April 6, RWC will host Festival in the Woods, a free celebration of the visual arts. The show highlights student artwork from All Saints School, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, Deer Park Schools, Eastwood Paideia, Indian Hill Schools, Loveland Public Schools, Madeira Schools, Mariemont Schools, St. Vincent Ferrer School, St. Vivian School, and Sycamore Community School District.
The exhibition will include paintings, drawings, three-dimensional pieces, and much more. A public preview of the exhibition will be held 5:30-8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 28, and the show continues during college hours through April 6. The exhibit will also include the work of six local art teachers: Vicki Swallen from Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy; Ann Tanner from Sellman School; Mary Kurlas from Madeira High School; Deirdre Dyson from Loveland High School; and Beth Ferdinand and Alleen Manning from Mariemont Elementary.
Youth Art Month is observed each March to stimulate public support for quality school art programs and to emphasize the value of art education. Festival in the Woods was founded in 1991 to showcase the talents of students in the RWC service area. For more information, call 745-5705.
by Scott Ferguson
Remember back to when you were six years old. The majority of your time was spent on frivolous play, not worrying about what might happen tomorrow, and certainly not worrying about your well-being today. Well, for Thanhphuong ÒFoonÓ Huynh, things were a little more involved.
In 1982 Foon and her mother and father escaped, literally, from Vietnam. Foon's father had previously spent three years as a P.O.W., and when the time came to leave they took it. Upon arrival in the United States, Foon and her family lived in several areas. They eventually settled in Finneytown in 1987 and have lived there since. A few years before that, FoonÕs sister Tammy was born, about the same time her father received his degree from CTC.
Foon is majoring in Commercial Art and plans to switch to Graphic Design. As I talked with Foon she was designing a line of Coach brand briefcases for her Layout and Design class. If you think about it, what Foon and her family have done is truly remarkable and very admirable.
by Scott Ferguson
The RWC Security Office would like to remind everyone at RWC that the stop signs painted on the ground are there for a reason. Officer Fred Davidson said that if a person is involved in an accident and failed to stop, that person will still be liable. The Security Office is located next to the Registration Office.
The Lost and Found is also located inside. Anyone who finds a lost item is encouraged to take it to one of the guards in the Security Office. The Security guards here at RWC provide assistance for staff and students for things such as battery jumps and unlocking cars.
The guards also patrol the lot to make sure no one gets "out of hand." The Office also provides emergency first aid for RWC and does background checks on RWC employees through UC personnel. For any assistance, stop by and see one of the guards.
by Rachel M. Hannon
The end of the quarter is approaching quickly. There are only three weeks until finals. To help you make it through, Career Services is offering two Test Anxiety Workshops: at noon on Wednesday, February 26, and at 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 27. Both workshops will last about an hour and be held in Career Services, Room 151. The workshops will offer practical tips on improving your test scores by controlling your anxiety. For more information, contact Career Services.
by Richard Waggoner
RWC now has three notary publics. You can get documents notarized by the following people: Mabel Gilliam, Room 130; Liz Karle, Room 106; and Fred Davidson, Room 99.
Dear Zany Zelda,
Help me, I need your sane advice. My boyfriend of nine months has chronic halitosis, and he doesn't know it. His breath is horrible, and I find it difficult to have a conversation with him without putting the sleeve of my coat over my nose, much less enjoy kissing him. What should I do? Should I tell him?
Desperately Seeking Mouth Wash
Dear Desperately Seeking Mouth Wash,
Well, if it is affecting your relationship with your boyfriend, my advice would have to be, tell him. If you can't tell him, then hint around. For example; "Would you like a breath mint?" or "Did you have garlic for lunch?" are both good examples of hinting around. If he doesn't catch on, then you are going to have to think of a delicate way of telling him about his odorous problem. If you don't, you're going to be the one that suffers, not him. Just tell him.
Your mystic advisor, Zany Zelda
by Heather Reilly
Time is running out to sign-up for the RWC British Study Program this summer at Harlaxton Manor in England. RWC professor Mike Roos is offering a Topics in Literature course on Shakespeare and Marlene Miner will be teaching a Topics in Literature course on the Brontë sisters.
Both courses will satisfy Sophomore English requirements and humanities electives. Students who have already taken Topics in Literature may take either or both of the courses as RWC Study Abroad courses. Roos and Miner both plan exciting field trips to augment the course work.
The Harlaxton trip will last three and a half weeks. Harlaxton Manor is an exotic estate with over 100 rooms, located in the British midlands 100 miles north of London. Not only will students be able to meet other students from within the university, but they will also be able to meet students from other U.S. universities. There may even be some African and Arab students that will be studying English at Harlaxton.
The cost of the trip is estimated at $2500, including tuition, room and board, airfare, and field trips.
To get an application and reserve your spot, contact Mike Roos at 745-5764 in Room 12 in the Flory Center or on the World Wide Web at <http://www.uc.edu/~roosme>. The deadline to apply is March 31, but applications need to be in as soon as possible to make theater reservations for the field trips.
The Raymond Walters College British Summer Program will be offered at Harlaxton
Manor (shown above), a 19th Century British estate with over 100 rooms.
by Scott Ferguson
The African American Cultural Association (AACA) would like to thank the staff and students for making the Care-A-Gram event a success. Over 100 Care-A-Grams were sold during the two days it was held. Also, the winner of the raffle was Carrol Hill. Vicki Groh was the second prize winner.
The AACA would also like to thank the staff and students for their attendance at the panel discussion entitled "Welfare Reform: A Cure or a Sentence?" The AACA is looking forward to having the students and staff join them in "The Cultural Celebration" on Feb. 25, from 1-2 p.m. in Room 119.
As always, the AACA would like to welcome anyone who is interested to the group meetings that are held every other Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the Student Lounge. For any questions contact Helen Kegler in Room 101.
Care-A-Gram photo
Brandi Merritt is shown working at the Care-A-Gram table prior to Valentine's
Day. Over 100 Care-A-Grams were sold during the promotion. (Photo by Rachel
Hannon)
by Heather Reilly
Students can nominate a professor for the Cohen or Barbour Teaching Awards. The Cohen Award is given for Excellence in Teaching, and the Barbour Award is given for those professors who promote good student-faculty relations. To nominate a professor, write to the Chair of the Barbour-Cohen Awards Committee, Marilyn Rifkin at UC Mail Location 108. All nominations must be in by March 3, 1997. For more information contact Marilyn Rifkin, Chair at 556-4620 or The Faculty Senate Office at 556-0127
by Maggie Lewis
For this issue of the Activist, I asked various RWC students what they thought of the new television ratings that appear before and during most shows.
Lisa Waugus Pre-pharmacy
"I think it's a good idea to protect kids from violence that they don't need to see."
Jeremy Field Undecided
"I think they're good because it's a form of censorship, and I think it's right, the whole principal of censorship."
Chris Klawlnn Undecided
"I don't care because I don't have any control over it."
Valerie Kelley Office Administration
"I think it's good; it helps people wake up and take notice of what their kids are watching."
Photos: Rachel Hannon
Faculty Advisor
Flory Center, Rm. 12
Join the Activist staff for SpringQuarter!
