NEWS SCENE SPORTS iiiiiii 3P 0 X H * Thursday, January 23,1992 Central Washington University Vol. 10 No. 10 * Ifc • Central meets the future Shris Stone/Special for Observer Dr. Ivory Nelson speaks at last Friday's press conference where it was announced he will be Central's 11th president. Nelson looking for strengths to develop Central's future by Jill Johnson Managing editor Opening up the lines of communication, is what newly appointed president Dr. Ivory V. Nelson said will be his first priority when he takes office in the first part of March. Nelson was unanimously elected by Central's Board of Trustees to be the universi­ ties 11th president Jan. 17, 1992. Currently the chancellor of Alamo County Community College District in San Anto­ nio, Texas, Nelson has spent 29 years working in higher education. Throughout those years Nelson said he has witnessed a lot of changes economically, so­ cially, and technologically. It is these changes which have "destroyed the traditional ap­ proach to teaching," Nelson said. Nelson sees this change as a challenge to himself and other members of Central's educa­ tional community. "We must provide an educa­ tional environment that will nourish student's abilities to reason, to evaluate, to care and to be concerned," he said. "We must not develop a sense of hopelessness and despair, we must face the world and Central Washington as they 99 are. Nelson did not accept the position at Central blindly. He is aware of the troubles the university is having with its education program, its image throughout the state and the possibility of further budget cuts, but chooses to look at the problems realistically. "One of the things we have to do is find out what our strengths are and to develop them. And then try to recog­ nize you cannot be all things to all people and that's the starting point for building on the strengths of this univer­ sity," he said. With possible budget cuts hovering above his head, Nelson saidhe recognizes the need to find and enhace the positive programs of the uni- See NELSON / page 2 Business Week founder dies by Jill Johnson ^ Managing editor Hal Wolf, 65, longtime Cen­ tral advocate and founder of Central's Business Week, died Wednesday Jan. 8, 1992, fol- ) lowing a short illness. Known to many as "The Fa­ ther of Business Week," Wolf was actively involved with the Washington Business Week Foundation that sponsors Washington Business Week, a summer program designed to encourage leadership among Washington state's high school students. Wolf had a strong commitment to higher education and testi­ fied at Legislative hearings on Central's behalf as well as lobbying privately on issues of importance to the univer­ sity. A native of Yelm, Wash., Wolf owned and operated a full- service grocery and retail center in Yelm and most re­ cently served as the Regional Director of the Federal Small Business Administration in Seattle. "Hal will be missed by many of us who knew him as a friend, counsel, advocate, fan, and do­ nor of limitless time, energy, See WOLF/ page 2 NEWS BRIEFS Summer tuition fee changed by Tracie Brantly Contributing writer Students planning to attend Central's 1992 summer session will find tuition has gone from a flat fee for 10 to 15 credits to paying per credit. Undergraduate or non-mas- ters, will pay $55 per credit and all graduate students will be required to pay $75 per credit. Students will also be required to pay a $40 registration fee. Previously, undergraduate students taking between 10- 15 credit hours paid a flat rate of $540 and graduate students taking the same class load paid $750 for the quarter. This meant an undergradu­ ate student taking 10 credits would pay the same as a stu­ dent taking 15 credits. Credit loads under 10 credit hours or more than 15 credit hours were charged accord­ ingly. With the new fee structure a student pays only for the amount of credits taken. Jan Boyung, with the sum­ mer session advisory counsel, said with the exception of the new fee format, summer ses­ sion will continue under the same format as in previous years. Legislature eyeing 2nd budget cut by Chris Ames Contributing writer A second budget cut is ex­ pected to come during the cur­ rent Washington state Legis­ lative session that could result in losses of some tenured fac­ ulty. Also, the salary increase scheduled for 1993 will not take place. The three areas hardest hit by the recent 2.5 percent cuts were the equipment budget, the book budget and the physical plant. "The cuts hurt the institu­ tion, there's no doubt about it," said Courtney Jones, vice president for business and fi- nancial affairs. See BRIEFS / page 3
Page 2 Thursday, January 23,1992 The Observer From NELSON / page 1 versity. "The only thing I can say about (budget cuts) is that you put everything on the table and find out how much they cost and those things you know you have to do, you do and then you prioritize the rest and go from there," he said. Knowing what is a priority and where the university's strengths lie will come out as a result of improved communi­ cation. "People need to feel they are a part of the solution and not part of the problem," he said. Nelson emphasized that the process of communication is not exclusive to faculty and ad­ ministration, but includes stu­ dents as well. "I intend to meet with stu­ dents as much as possible. I want them to feel there is an avenue—an outlet for their concerns," he said. Nelson is the first black presi­ dent in the 100 year history of the university and the first black university president in the state of Washington. A fact he feels is secondary to his administrative abilities. "Being a black is what you see—being a competent ad­ ministrator is what I see." It is these administrative skills Central's Board of Trustees recognized and are counting on to enhance the university's programs and reputation. "The key to what we are going to be about is telling the story of Central Washington and letting the public know what we are doing and keeping our name out in front," Nelson said. Eric Peter, student body president, applauds Nelson's awareness of the needs of im­ proved communication within the university and throughout the state. "(Nelson) will be a peoples president, a visible president to all the public—a president who will be a great communi­ cator and a president who will listen," Peter said. The son of a methodist min­ ister, Nelson grew up throughout Mississippi and Louisiana. After graduating from high school he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he de­ ciphered messages from codes. He enrolled in Grambling State University, four years after his enlistment, where he received high academic honors Bumps, bruises, bikes and bangs Campus police were called to Muzzall Hall early Saturday morning where they found a man on his hands and knees with his head over a garbage can in a room on the fourth floor,. His roommate found him on the hallway floor and asked an LGA for help. Officers said they noticed an odor of intoxicants on the man, as well as slurred speech and red and watery eyes. When officers asked him his name, date of birth, and what he had done that evening, the man had difficulty answering the questions. Witnesses said between the hours of 11 p.m. and 12 a.m., the man drank ap­ proximately 20 shots of different beverages, includ­ ing vodka, tequila and MD 20/20 wine. The officer also noticed a large bump on the man's forehead, but the man could not remember where he CAMPUS COPS received it. An ambulance was called to transport him to Kittitas Valley Community Hospital, and he was issued a minor in possession by summons. Campus police answered a call for medical assistance in Barto Hall on Saturday. When they arrived, they found an LGA applying a towel to a woman's head and a large amount of blood on the woman's sweater. Police noticed a large bump on her head.and a strong odor of intoxicants about her. An LGA said he would take the responsibility of trans­ porting her to the hospital after she refused to be transported by an ambu­ lance. The officers noticed that the by Joe Butler —"'i* woman was off-balance as she began to walk away. The LGA later told police the woman said she remem­ bered standing in a Barto room, feeling off-balance and sitting down on a couch. When she sat down, she hit her head on the brick wall behind the couch. She was issued a MIP by summons. Campus police were called to Quigley Hall on Tuesday, after a resident broke a window in the front lobby with his bicycle tire. The man told campus police that his brakes failed and his tire hit and broke the glass. He also said he would pay for any damage. The window was taped up and the repair cost is estimated at $75 according to police. Campus police were called to the north of Lind Hall on Wednesday because of a report that a woman had fallen and she couldn't get up. Officers found the woman lying on her back complain­ ing about pains in her knees. She told police she had tripped on the two-inch curb of the service drive. She refused the offer of an ambulance, but asked to be transported to the Health Center. Campus police were called to Brooklane Village on Friday after someone reported a person shooting a pistol behind a building. Arriving on the scene, officers foiind a 15-year-old boy with a Daisy air gun. The boy said he had been shooting at targets behind the complex. Both he and his guardian were advised that he was in violation of the University's Housing Policy. Memorial service Saturday From WOLF / page 1 and interest," James Pappas, interim president, said in a memo to the campus commu­ nity. "His contributions to Central were not always known to a large numbers of people but they were representative of a person who loved this univer­ sity for it's underlying princi­ pals," Pappas said. President of the CWU Foun­ dation, an organization de­ signed to collect private dona­ tions made to the university, Wolf devoted himself to serving the university through the de­ velopment of programs for young people. "He was a great friend to Central Washington Univer­ sity and we will miss him," said . Lawrence Lium, vice president of university relations and de­ velopment. A memorial services for Wolf will take place Jan. 25, at 2 p.m. at the Yelm Middle School Auditorium. jf Remembrances may be made to the Business Week Endow­ ment Fund. Contributions should be addressed to: Beverlee Hughes, Business Week, P.O. Box 615, Olympia. g- Wash. 98507. Nelson will be at the university in early March. in the field of chemistry. Nelson attended the Univer­ sity of Kansas and graduated with a Ph.D. in analytical chemistry. His activities, which include serving on the Board of Direc­ tors for the United Way, and involvement with the Commit­ tee of Judicial Reform, accom­ panied with his leadership in the corporate sector and in the field of education have led to listings in "Who's Who in America" (southwest) and "Who's Who among Black Americans." Nelson is married to Dr. Patricia Ann Nelson and they have four grown children. 302 N. Main Ellensburg Rings & Things The Company that believes in you. Your credit is good with us for your next gift let us help. Guaranteed Instant Financing No interest and Low Payments ,, DCMtJZ. 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The Observer Thursday, January 23,1992 Page 3 From BRIEFS / page 1 Cuts to library, equipment and physical plant "However, we wanted to minimize the impact on the students," said Jones. Dan Lewis, dean of library services, said five areas in the library and media center lost funds—with the book and the audio/visual collec­ tions taking the biggest cuts. The student-workers bud­ get lost nearly $10,000. A fact Lewis tried to downplay because of the increase in hired workers before the cut was implemented.. "We doubled the amount of student workers for fall of 1991," Lewis said. "So it was a small cut back in that area." "We still have nearly double the amount of student work­ ers as in the past. The more student workers we have, the better our service is going to be." John Holman, director of facility managment, said students may not notice cuts in his area until spring, v* "The cuts took away from our spring maintenance," said Holman. "We won't hire as many temporary workers." Students may be able to see it in the landscapes, and the classrooms may not be as perfect as before," he said. "Also, we're trying to be conservative with the mate­ rials we already have." An energy conservation committee has been acti- vated in a special effort to save energy during this pe­ riod. Part of Govenor Booth Gardner's state budget in­ cludes a 14 percent surcharge on resident-undergraduate H tuition. Waiting is the hardest part Katsuko Matsubara hopes shewill be able to continue her education at Central. by Kristy Ojala Contributing writer Katsuko Matsubara sits quietly on the neatly made bed in her dorm room and waits for a letter that has the potential to determine her future. Like many students on Central's campus, Matsubara, 23, attends classes, hangs out with her friends and sometimes finds it hard to study, especially with Nirvana's latest tune echoing down the dorm hallway. The main element missing in Matsubara's life, one she hopes will soon be found in the form of a letter stamped with Central's letterhead, is that she has not been admitted to Central. "I wanted to come here directly, but it was too full," said Matsubara. "I had to wait to apply." Matsubara, who arrived in Ellensburg last September from Nagoya, Japan, is one of approximately 15 students involved in Central's Univer­ sity English as a Second Language (UESL) Program, which offers year-round intensive English training to students from around the world. The program's goal is to teach international students English, which many will develop to use in their professional careers. Approximately 65 percent of the students go on to study at an American or foreign university. The courses UESL students take are not for credit, which means their participation in the program has no impact on the university's enroll­ ment lid, which is a limit on the number of full-time equivalency students Central can admit. The fact may be little known, which can sometimes create preconceptions that get in the way of the student's opportunity to absorb and develop skills to succeed in English— and to function in American culture. "Sometimes this can spill over into racism," said Steve Horowitz, director of the UESL Program. Horowitz encourages students to abandon their preconceptions and acknowl­ edge the cultural differences international students bring to the campus. According to Horowitz, all UESL participants are self- supporting. Matsubara saved money for one year to attend Central, which attracted her attention because of its size and education program. "In Japan, many people think that America is a dangerous country," said Matsubara. "My parents were worried at first, but Ellensburg is safe." UESL students are in­ volved in a five-level core curriculum, and are evalu­ ated and graded at each level before progressing to the next. Horowitz claims that Matsubara, who hopes to obtain a degree in education and return to her homeland to teach, is at a high lan­ guage level. She has al­ ready obtained a degree from a Japanese university. While many foreign students come to the United States to learn, the reverse is not necessarily true. "We know the basics here, but could we function in an­ other society?" inquires Horowitz. The UESL students are eager to learn from Ameri­ cans, an effort the program hopes other students will respond to. Meanwhile, Matsubara will continue to attend her core UESL classes and practice her reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills— not in her native tongue, but in English. 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Page 4 Thursday, January 23,1992 The Observer # Blue light phones finally operating by Sam Ernst Staff reporter The 10 blue light emergency phones installed throughout campus last quarter are now operational. The phones, en­ closed in 10-foot tall black cylinders, are activated by simply pressing a button. Once the button is pressed a direct phone connection is made to the police de­ partment. After the system is activated there is constant communica­ tion with the police through a speaker phone and a flashing blue light topping the pole is used as a vi­ sual indication of po­ sition. The activated emer­ gency phone also pin­ points to police dis­ patch the exact phone that is being used. John Holman, di­ rector of facilities management, said the cost of the system was $115,000. He said the original plan was to install 35 blue light lice Chief Steve Rittereiser. phones, but was cutback to 10 So far the system has been because of cost. used by stranded motorists who How effective they are is yet were unable to get to a phone to be determined. after they discovered their car Central has never had much wouldn't start. _ v ^ ^ ^ „„„„ of a problem with safety, but Rittereiser said everybodyhas 30 years and many saved lives prevention of a problem is what different ideas of what an before people actually took faith is hoped for, said campus Po- emergency is. in using them." K'::: ' ' ' Wiai Not fust a silly cylinder, but a 10-foot tall, one eyed, talking, predator protector. " Brent' Da Pro rvob server Rittereiser said the blue light system would gain the confi­ dence of the studentsin as time went on. "It is like seatbelts," said Rittereiser. "It took more than ELLENSBURG COMMUNITY ART GALLERY UPSTAIRS 408'/! NORTH PEARL ST. ELLENSBURG. WA 98926 509-925-2670 ACROSS FROM THE BULL ADMISSION FREE EXHIBITS A SALES TUES.-SAT. / NOON - 5:00 _v\0 ? RUBBLE Good used household furnishings, glassware, tables, beds, etc. 925-9047 305 N. Pine Study in... AUSTRALIA ML MS 5 No Longer Down Under Announcing two new exchanges in Australia Study for a semester or two on the other side of the world! Transfer credit into your Central degree. Contact: Nomi Pearce Study Abroad/Exchange Advisor Office of International Programs Nanum Complex CWU 963-3612 Applications due Jan 31 cMFRnFNCY PHONE LOCATIONS ff (p) j00UJ C ' . j Us® re m U30S&I 0 rE5m 10* Ate. • black dot indicates emergency light Rittereiser said the response Jenna Fisher, a senior, said time for help was dependent she had heard about the emer- on four factors: gency phone system from a • What the officer believes is friend who attends Cornell happening. University in New York and • Where the patrol cars are. actually used that system to • The calls already occupying save herself from an assault, officers. Fisher said her friend acti- • Weather conditions. vated the phones as she was Still there is concern about being pursued in an attempt to night safety with students. leave a trail. In a survey of 35 women who "She kept throwing switches live in the Student Village area, as she was being followed and 15 said they felt unsafe walk- (the police) got him at the next ing at night and four of those one," said Fisher. said they had experienced or Look for the blue emergency perceived harassment while phone nearest you. walking on campus. SAVE MONEY ON MILK ! i Available in Old-Fashioned Recyclable Glass Bottles RICHELLE IS HAPPY TO SFRX/P vm I WINEGAR FAMILY DAIRY 419 W. 15TH 925-1821 The Country Side of West 15th
The Observer Thursday, January 23,1992 Page 5 Teaching quality may be reduced with job security by Cristine Jung Copy editor Most students have heard at least one horror story about a professor who reaches a point of extreme incompetence but continues to teach, thanks to tenure. "There are a lot of hard feel­ ings out there about tenure, but it's job protection," said Dr. Zoltan Kramar, dean of his­ tory. Universities are like museums— professors stimu­ late new thoughts, ideas, knowledge and also keep old ideas alive' — Dr. Don Cummings, dean of the College of Letters, Arts and Sciences "It is like a very fragile plant, if we don't protect it, it dies." According to the Faculty Code, tenure "entitles afaculty member to continuous ap­ pointment in a specific de­ partment or section of the uni­ versity or in the university as a whole, and retention of rank without discriminatory re­ duction of salary and without Would you give this man tenure? dismissal except for adequate reason." "Tenure enables the profes­ sor to challenge the status quo," said Dr. Don Cummings, dean of the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences. "Universities are like muse­ ums— professors stimulate new thoughts, ideas, knowl­ edge and also keep old ideas alive," Cummings said. "Tenure was created to pre­ vent the administration from interfering with this process. Despite the common attitude that tenure is easily awarded to any professor who puts in his/her time, tenor recipients must meet the requirements set in place by the university before the honor is awarded. Requirements involve teach­ ing ability, scholarship, ad­ ministrative work (committee service) and character. A professor must teach for a minimum of two years before it is even possible tote considered fortenure, but it takes an aver­ age of six years for most profes­ sors to reach this level within their profession. During this time the profes- COLLEQE SCHOLARSHIPS GRANTS & LOANS We'll find you all the financial aid money you are eligible for to attend college. For Free Information Write: CompuSearch Scholarships 1702 Hoyt Avenue Everett, WA 98201 BERNINA STUDENTS ALWAYS RECEIVE 20% OFF EVERYTHING IN STORE 410 N. PEARL 925-5942 sor is watched and evaluated by other tenured faculty in the department, the department chair, members of the person­ nel committee, his/her respec­ tive dean and the Board of Trustees. Once a professor receives ten­ ure he/she has relative job se­ curity—something some stu­ dents feel allows a professor to become lazy and indifferent to the quality of instruction that is being provided. "I know one professor who battled to get tenure and now that he has it, I think he'd rather be elsewhere," Beth Maw,22, a mass communica­ tion major said. Carl Huber,24, an engineer- ingmajor, saidhethoughtthere should be a probationary period after a professor receives ten­ ure to allow for problems in a professors performance. The way things stand now the only way a professor with tenure can be terminated is if he/she does something horren­ dous, such as sexual harass­ ment, illegal behavior or in­ subordination. If a student has a problem with any professor they need to make their concerns known. "There is something that stu­ dents can do," said Dr. Cummings. "If there is a problem with a professor (they should) go to the professor first, then the chair of the department and then to the dean. " CAWUS INTERVIEWS Company, Manage- i'n r-T IT.1 El Caporal II Family Mexican Restaurants (specials not included) Expires 1/30/92 Must present coupon 201 W. 8th Mon.-Thurs. 11-10:00 Ellensburg, WA. Fri.-Sat. 11-10:30 962-5228 Sun. 12-10:00 Women's 35% OFF ,1C •* r Arnold's Ranch & Home ft1 615 s. Main 925-6 loi
Page 6 Thursday, January 23,1992 The Observer tit EDITORIAL Once upon a. time in the st&te legislature^» Tuition hike is tuition tax The state Legislature has proposed a 14 percent tuition increase to begin next fall. This, along with an already in place 4.4 percent raise would send quarterly tuition over $700 for fall 1992. If tuition jumps $100, there will be students who will not only feel the effect, but will be forced to end their education. Students who qualify for grants and loans may barely notice the raise because the index that determines their grants and loans will raise right along with the tuition. The government isn't stupid enough to boost tuition and then knock out the students who keep sinking their fortunes into loans that will have to be paid back. It's too good of a turnover. Students whose parents make the big bucks and buy their sons and daughters Gucci backpacks, Pump Reeboks and $600 mountain bikes, because it isn't cool to walk to class, will just write it off the tuition jump as a financial learning experience. It is the students who try to work and pay for their education at the same time who will suffer the most from a 14 percent tuition hike. Students like Mike Gibbons don't need the extra education. Mike, a roommate from last year, has always been ada­ mant about the cost of education. He pays for his schooling. No loans and definately no grants. His family made too much money by financial aid standards. He has a good job and a VISA to help him stay afloat. So, when I asked him about the state's proposed 14 percent tuition hike it didn't surprise me that he was incensed. He said he had already called his state representative over Christmas break and barked a few words about re-election and told the man they should not balance the budget on the backs of the students. He quickly pointed out this particular 14 percent tuition jump will actually go toward balancing the very out of whack state budget. Don't be fooled, that extra tuition money won't come back to our school. It will end up printed into stacks of food stamps which the same students who just forked over all their cash will go down and apply for. Students will be trading cash for food stamps. That is a negative equation. Once tuition is raised it will never go down. Tuition just keeps going up, never down. The student board of directors (BOD) has done what they should and are trying to jump on this issue before it is too late. They have set up a phone in the SUB students can use to call the 1-800 Legislature hotline and talk to their repre­ sentative. It was encouraging to hear BOD President Eric Peter say over 100 students had used the SUB phone in his report at last Friday's Board of Trustees meeting. More calls are needed and soon because this issue is going to go through the legislature like wine cooler through a Bellevue Community College co-ed. A 14 percent raise is just asking too much. — Mark Eaton Editor THE STATE BVCXSET DMTADD VP ASAIN Af*. GOmm.THB RECESSloti COUPLER IV/Tfl EVER -INCREASING sSmmtar mimmgsTs. IS FORCING VS TO MME PUDQBTOJJS. Vou.MR. GoVeRtfOR, MVST DECIDE WHEFJE TO MAKE THESE CUTS. • 1' i ONE THm 7° KEEP IN M/M AS you MAKE THIS DECISWU.SIR, 13 OUR. COHVHVlNGi IHVBSTME IN HIGHER. EDUCATION SO THAT FVTVRE generations MAY V I've g,ot ir! wen cutthe education budget? heck, NOBOpy WILL EVEN NOTJCE A LITTLE YfX TUITION H/KEj LETTERS Gay/Lesbian club calls for co-existence Dear Campus Community: You may not be aware of us, or you may be all too aware of us, but the fact remains we are here. We are your roommates, co-workers, family members, and friends. We are gays, lesbians, and bisexuals. We would like to bring to your attention two campus organizations that exist to deal with our specialized issues— The Gay/Lesbian/ Bisexual Support Group, and Central's Gay and Lesbian Alliance (GALA). These entities provide students the opportunity to meet other gay, lesbian, and bisexual students, participate in social activities, and make avail­ able the literature and culture that accompanies the lifestyle. In a community such as Ellensburg, these things are not readily acces­ sible to interested people. The support group operates out of the Counseling Center. It meets weekly to offer students a chance to hang out in a comfortable, confi­ dential, and nonjudgemental atmosphere. Current issues are discussed, videos are shown, and activities are planned. Participation in the group does not involve self- disclosure or confessions. If you would like more informa­ tion about the group, call Sally Thelen at 963-1391. All calls are treated confiden­ tially. Central GALA is just like any other campus club. We hold fund raisers, do commu­ nity service projects, and have parties. One such activity happened in Septem­ ber when Central GALA participated in the Northwest AIDS Walk. The Club raised over $600 for the cause. For more club information, call Linda Ruffer at 963-2127, or Murry Larsen at 963-1515. Once again, all calls are treated confidentially. In closing, it is important to remember that you deal with gays, lesbians, and bisexuals every day. The lifestyle is more than just sexual activ­ ity. Affection, caring and intimacy are present—just like in heterosexual relation­ ships. We are not freaks— we are your friends, roommates, co-workers, relatives, and associates. Central's Gay and Lesbian Alliance (GALA) in care of Linda Ruffer Women's Resource Center Bouillon w Editor Mark Eaton Managing editor Jill Johnson Production manager Eric Zackula Production Assistant Jay Vroman Copy editors Kristina Hansen Cristine Jung Scene editor Mike Radice Sports editor Ron Munson Photo editor Brent DaPron Photographers Charlie Fulton Kristen Absher Editorial cartoonist David Zimmerman Reporters Katy Anderson Marc Bruno Chandra Burdette Sam Ernst Tom Linthium Lori Leightner Andrew Martin Marvin Rosete Eric Sawyer Shannon Sparks Production staff Amy Garner Ad representatives Comet Bower Adviser John P. Foster 963-3680 Business manager Christine Page 963-1026 Observer newsroom Bouillon 227 963-1073 The Observer, the official student newspaper at Central Washington University, is a laboratory newspaper produced in conjunction with the school's Communication department. 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« The Observer Thursday, January 23,1992 Page 7 fc? 1 Just another pitcher of beer We walk into the bar on a Monday night and casually look around. My friend and I ask the bartender for a pitcher of Bud Light. He gives us a flirtatious smile, while making some unappropriate comment. We brush off that squea­ mish feeling of being undressed with his eyes and head for the dart board. I plop a couple of quarters into the machine and throw my first dart. I get the feeling that someone is watching me. It is a creeping sensation down my back. Dressed in a pair of loose fitting jeans and a baggy white T-shirt, no make-up and my hair flat, I feel a little self- conscious. Our game is under way and my friend (well call her Andrea) and I are in a state of total concentration. and hold the pick-up line I feel someone's breath down my neck and sharply turn around. There is a drunk man standing directly behind me. He is giving me a sly smile as he sways unsteadily and asks me if I'm winning. I, of course, know that he has been watching our game from the beginning, so he knows if I'm winning or not. It is a poor attempt at a pick-up line. I reply, none too politely, "I'm winning." I then turn my attention away from the man and talk to Andrea. It is obvious, or should be obvious, that I am ignoring him. However, he doesn't leave. He then asks me if I want to join him and his friends for a drink. I say shortly, no. He still doesn't leave. What is a girl to do to enjoy a game of darts without being harrassed? There is not one time that I have gone to a bar with a friend when I have not been propositioned. It doesn't matter what I am wearing or how I act. It is merely that I am female. Therefore, I must want to be picked-up since I am in a bar, right? Wrong. I have a boyfriend that I am happy with there­ fore, I am not looking for options. Do all guys that are in college and of a single status assume that girls enjoy being hit-on all the time? It must be so, because anytime I'm out it never fails that some girl ends up being a b to some drunk guy who can't understand why he's been turned down. It is not fair to say that all guys do this, but it is fair to say a majority of guys do. It is also not fair to girls to always be on their guard and to have to resort to visciousness to enjoy their night out. Then don't go out to bars, you say? That is probably why you get hit on because it is a known fact that girls go out to bars to get picked up, correct? Again, wrong. This attitude is not only chauvinistic it is ignorant. Take a hint guys. If the girl is not interested don't be so clueless. — Cristine Jung i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i Photographs black and white or color (no slides please). Any subject. Any size. Must submit by Friday Feb. 14. at Bouillon 227 Top photos will be printed in Feb. 20 issue of The Observer NAME PHONE PHOTO TITLE SHUTTER SPEED F-STOP CAMERA/LENS PLEASE TAPE TO BACK OF PHOTO TOP PRIZE Win this deluxe Ninoka nk-700 35mm camera 50mm lens auto focus handy carrying strap i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i j r \T T ' & We're Not Just A Trailer Anymore! Ellensburgs Only Drive Thru Espresso Open Mon-Fri 6:30 AM Sat 9AM 100 off with your own cup 0 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I s 1 I I I I I I I I I I I I 1 I I 1 Conspiracy Contest Top 5 1. This year MY ANGER was secretly caused by THEM because of PUT­ TING POTTED PALMS IN THE HOLE IN MY HEAD. Aaron McMasters 2. This year THE CHICKEN FRIED STEAK AT HOLMES was secretly caused by FRAZZINI'S because of LOW TURNOUT AT TUESDAY NIGHT PIZZA FEED. 3. This year THE ERUP­ TION OF MT. ETINA was secretly caused by DOL­ PHINS because of THEIR WORLD DOMINATION PLAN. 4. This year THE WEAK­ NESS OF THE NEW UNIVERSITY PRESI­ DENT was secretly caused by RY WOODHOUSE AND THE BOARD OF TRUST­ EES because of THEIR FEAR OF A STRONG ADMINISTRATOR. 5. This year QUIGLEYS HOT WATER SHORTAGE was secretly caused by UNDERCOVER HEALTH SPA WORKERS because of TESTING OF ANEW CHLORINE PRODUCT. Read them and weep. I did. Mark Eaton Editor Summer Jobs on Orcas Island Representitives will be on campus on Feburary 13,1992 from 9-4 in SUB YMCA Camp Orkila is now hiring for all summer positions. Counslers, teen trips leaders, lifeguard, program and support staff. Interview on campu or call for an application. Call (206) 382-5009 for more information. E.O.E. London, England Siena* Italy Avignon France Cologne, Germany * Earn direct CWU credit * Language Classes * Elective courses taught in English * Homestay arrangement The Deadline Has Been Extended! February 7, 1992 For more information: Noml Pearce Study Abroad/Exchange Advisor Office of International Programs Nanum Complex CWU Ellensbiirg. WA 98926 Telephones 963-3612 COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC 925-1665 -ENGINES •BRAKES TUNE UPS TRANSMISSIONS •CLUTCHES Open Saturdays Canyon Rd., next to Les Schwab
Page 8 Thursday, January 23,1992 The Observer g Scene Staff writer Tom Linthicum demonstrates proper use of a condom. Here, we see Tom with his condom, and a phalic symbol (broom handle) After opening the condom, Tom rolls it down the shaft of the broom, being very careful not to harm the condom in any way. I I TS « •s After Tom has rolled the condom down the phalic symbol as far as it will go, he finds himself an expert in the joys of safe sex. Safe sex. alive and well at Central Chandra Burdette Staff writer Since AIDS became an epi­ demic, safe sex has been highly promoted. Almost everywhere you go, you see posters, pamphlets and hear commercials on the radio and TV, promoting safe sex. Inspite of all the methods used to persuade people to practice safe sex, it can be said that not many people have ever heard of a Safer Sex Kit. That is about to change. The newly formed HIV/AIDS Peer Educator group will be distributing Safer Sex Kits af­ ter workshops informing people about HIV/AIDS be­ ginning this spring. Murray Larsen, vice presi­ dent of student affairs said, "The Safer Sex Kits, distrib­ uted to anyone who attends the HIV/AIDS education workshops, contains condoms, a lubricant to be used with the condoms, oral sex condoms, handi wipes, finger cots, and literature distributed from the Washington state Department of Health describing the proper use of the packets contents to reduce HIV transmission." Larsen feels people don't purchase condoms because they are embarrassed and are concerned aboutthe statement it makes to people who may see them purchasing them. He also feels the high visibility of the Safer Sex Kits will reduce anxiety caused when purchas­ ing condoms or other safe sex items. Although the kits contain items to reduce HIV/AIDS transmission, the literature included is a major asset. "We are responsible for dis­ tributing safer sex tools with the proper information on their use and discussion on risks involved in using condoms," said Larsen. The HIV/AIDS peer educa­ tion group is utilizing existing resources for the samples, lit­ erature and professional input used to put together the kits. The contents of the kits were donated by the County Health Department, Washington State Department of Health, and various companies who choose to send samples. The Safer Sex Kits are free, but in order for the peer group to continue their distribution, funds need to be generated to help cover costs. Some of the money will come from the sale of condoms located in the vend- ingmachines in the residence halls on campus. The re­ mainder of the funds will come from donations from various health organizations and members of the commu­ nity and university. Contributions for Safer Sex Kits can be sent to: CWU Foundation—HIV/AIDS Education Team, Student Affairs c/o Murray Larsen, Ellensburg, WA 98926. ' ' ' ~ * ' WMrvr HIn wmm:^ Wwmtm t i 8 a o o Q a ROTC cadets receive awards honoring performance in the program. Wildcat cadets earn top honors by Marvin Rosete Staff writer Last week, Central's Air Force ROTC recognized three people for their outstanding work to aerospace stud­ ies. Cadet Holly Edwards, a senior ma­ joring in psychology, was elected as Corps Commander for the 1992 winter quarter. Edwards is the highest ranking Air Force cadet at Central, responsible for leading more than 40 other officer can­ didates. She is also the first female to hold the position since the mid-80s. "It's a big responsibility and I have a good staff that's supportive," says the 24-year-old commander. "I hope to learn a lot from this experience". Kendra Sterkel, department secre­ tary for aerospace studies, was awarded Air Force ROTC Civilian of the Quarter for the Northwest Region Sterkel was selected from 27 other schools in the region for leadership and dedication to the program. As a mother of two children, Ms Sterkel still finds time to work as £ volunteer for many community events in Ellensburg, such as youth activities and the Ellensburg Rodeo "Top Hands," which plans the rodeo activities during the Labor Day weekend. The final recognition goes to Cadet Yvonne Calhoun, who was selected for the British Royal Air Force Exchange Program this summer. A junior major­ ing in English, Cadet Calhoun is one of See CADETS / page 12 Closed minds cause problems Homophobic attitudes cause unheeded problems by Michael Radice Scene editor What would it be like to live in a world where your beliefs and prefer­ ences were not like those around you? A world where people alienated others who were not part of society's mold of what it means to be human. A world full of hate. John, Jack and Cathy (not their real names) know all to well what it. means to live in that world. As homo­ sexuals, they face everyday with those kinds of feelings. All are students at Central. All speak of the homophobic attitudes at Central and around town. All speak of trying to make changes for the better. However, according to them, the See HOMOPHOBIA / page 9 £ o e 3 o t « ss h. t0 lead alternative lifestyles? According o members of the Gay and Lesbian Club, there are more than we all think. 4S\
The Observer Thursday, January 23,1991 Page 9 From Homophobia/ page 8 road to acceptance is a long, tedious one full of trial and tribulation. Gaining acceptance in a small town is difficult, but they say, worth it, and still a ways away. In the mean time,there is sanctuary for people prefer­ ring alternative lifestyles, even in Ellensburg. The Gay and Lesbian Association on campus is a club not unlike any other club on campus. However, given the atmo­ sphere at Central concerning homosexuals, the club mem­ bers chose to meet in confi­ dence, according to Cathy. "We're more afraid of what could happen if we chose to meet publicly," she said. As far as campuses go, Cen­ tral is fairly close-minded, ac­ cording to Cathy. Narrow- minded attitudes can make for difficult times for people not choosing to live the way everyone else does. "It seems like if you don't have a brew in your hand and cowboy boots on your feet, you can't be cool here," John said. Being out of the closet at Central is taking a big risk, according to John. "I have a friend living in a residence hall who is taking a huge amount of abuse," he said. "I think the residence halls are especially cruel places." "Freshman can be pretty evil sometimes," he said. "Ellensburg is kind of walled off from the rest of the world," John said. "People here HELP WANTED 1. Would you like to work for yourself? 2. Would you like to set your own hours? 3. Are you self-motivated? 4. Are you a bit of an entrepreneur? just don't want to think about it, but we're here." "There are more of us here than anyone could guess," he said. Cathy noted that people tend to think of homom sexual s as sex-crazed maniacs. It's not like that, according to her. In fact, sex is only a very small part of the whole lifestyle. "It's an emotional thing," Cathy said. "I have never been able to relate to a male in the same way I can relate to a fe­ male." John and Jack, while their circumstances are reversed, agreed with Cathy. Jack is a bi-sexual. With him, the type of sexual organs a significant other posesses is not the issue. "We're not freaks," he said. "We have the same feelings and emotions as everyone else. As a society, we have to start ac­ cepting one another. Liberal attitudes start at the local level. I can't do anything in the state of Washington, but I can try do to something at Central." "We just want people to know we're here," Cathy said. Anyone interested in learn- . ing more about the Gay and Lesbian Association is wel­ comed to contact Linda Ruffer at the Women's Resource Center or Murray Larson at Student Activities. Fill'er up with espresso RE6ULAR 3 by Andrew Martin Staff writer A relatively new business in Ellensburg has relocated to an old gas station on Main Street and has become the first drive-thru espresso shop in town. D and M Coffee Station, owned by Mark Holloway and Donna Mallek, is now located in the historic Wippel Gas Sta­ tion building on Main Street The new store opened on Dec. 2, after being located across from campus on Walnut Street for the last year. At that location, Mark and Donna op­ erated out of a trailer. The early morning hours at the espresso bar caters to the students as well as the locals. In addition to espresso, they serve scones, muffins, desserts, Italian soda and a soup of the day. The decision to move was made, according to Mark, because"the weather would freeze the pipes on the trailer and we wanted a permanent location." Holloway also said they have noticed business has picked up since they moved to the new location. He attributes that to the drive up window which makes the shop one of five in the state. The gas station was built in 1927 by the Whippel fam­ ily, and continued to serve as one until 1989. "This is a landmark spot," Holloway said. "Alot of people remember getting gas or air for their tires here." Espresso is popular in El­ lensburg, according to Holloway. He noted there are about 10 places in town cur­ rently serve the piping-hot beverage. "Washington is the coffee capital of the United States and espresso is popular be­ cause it's not real costly," co- owner Donna Mallek said. "People love their coffee here and there are documented cases of it increasing intellec­ tual ability. D and M Espresso opened for business in February of last year, according to the owners because "We wanted to be independent and it was a change from our other pro­ fessions." "With the trailer, we be­ came the first mobile espresso bar in Eastern Washington," Holloway said. mmrns NIVW "N Sl£ aaisaowax • QNflOS MHN • \LVS* •raj- •era Fl'V 1-6 If you answered YES to all of the above, you are just the person we're looking for! 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UNIVERSITY THEATRE presents 3 one-act plays Horton Foote's BLIND DATE (Mr. Foote won Academy Awards' for To Kill a Mockingbird and Tender Mercies.) directed by Dude Hatten / • • • Tennessee Williams' 27 WAGONS FULL OF COTTON (Among Mr. Williams' impressive works is Streetcar Named Desire.) directed Hy Marianne Hirschfeld Elaine May's ADAPTATION (Ms. May cotounded Second City and headlined American comedy in the 60's and 70's.) directed by Westley Van Tassel January 23, 24, 25, 30, 31, and February 1 Tower Theatre • 8:00 p.m. $3.00 students/seniors Tower Box Office-open 12:00 - 2:00, or call 963-1774 Shapiro's, Downtown Pharmacy, or the SUB "...a very funny evening of theatre."
Page 10 Thursday, January 23,1992 The Observer In Music... "Mere Image" Buckboard tavern, Wednes­ day nights. Sophomore Recital, Julie Piercy, Piute, Thursday Jan. 23, 8 p.m. Hertz Recital Hall Senior Recital, Jim Carlson, Composition, Saturday, Jan. 25, 8 p.m. Hertz Recital Hall Faculty Recital Series, JefFery Snedeker and Margret Gries, 20th Cen- tury works for Horn and Organ, Saturday Jan. 25, 8 p.m. Hertz Recital Hall Faculty Recital Series, Geoffrey Boers, Tenor, Wednesday, Jan. 29,8 p.m. Recital Hall In Film... Korczak, (Poland, 1990) with English subtitles. Classic Film Series, Sunday, Jan. 26, 7 p.m. Tickets, $2.50. JU DOU, (China, 1990) with English subtitles, Classic Film Series, McConnell Auditorium, Sunday, Feb. 2,7 p.m. Tickets, $2.50. In Education... Sexual Diversity Work- , Monday, Jan. 27, Invisible Minority: and Lesbian persons on campus, SUB pit noon. 1 in 10 Creating supportive campus communities. Tower Theatre, 2:30 p.m. Someone you know is Gay, lesbian or bisexual, Barto Hall lounge, 7 p.m. Shortchanging Girls, A call for educational equity, Jan. 28,4:30 p.m. Conference Center NORTH PINE MUSIC CO. A11 unitar strings 2 . V-- sets for the price of one. Other great specials cont inue through the en d of J a nua rv. Sa ve 20 to 5(Kr People, not the president will stop recession So I'm watching a network newscast over the holidays. Big deal right? Well, anyway, one of the seg­ ments was a piece on college graduates. I'm enjoying abeer one minute, and drowning my sorrows the next. Why? Well, it's because according to their information, this is the worst year to graduate in decades. DECADES! Now normally, I wouldn't be bothered by such information. I mean, we all have to take what we see and hear with a grain of salt, right? However, that, coupled with the fact they (whoever THEY are) say we're deep in the bowels of a recession, is starting to seri­ ously affect my sanity. All because of the recession, I may go crazy. When all is said and done, my reasons for insanity will be the great re­ cession of the 90s. Lately though, in an attempt to cure my overpowering feel­ ings of anxiety I've been try­ ing to figure out exactly why our country has been infected Michael Radice Scene editor by this economic disease that seems to be spreading. First and foremost, the president is taking undue blame in this situation. What can one person do to spark a sagging economy, even if that person is the president. Blam­ ing Mr. Bush for the slow economy is like blaming Magic Johnson for the increase in AIDS infections. Nonsense. Second, the media (yours truly inclusive) is guilty of subjective coverage. Let us not forget the science of economics is not an exact one. The ex­ perts, as they call themselves, are merely giving the public their best "educated guesses." While any press is good press, as the saying goes, people are scared by what they're hearing in the media. I'm not trying to deny the fact there is a recession. My point is this: People watch, read and listen to the news. They hear tales about the recession fit for a nightmare. Thus, they end up spending less of their dis­ posable income, in an attenpt to "vaccinate themselves" from this horror. This, in turn drives retail sales down. When sales are down, people lose their jobs. Now less money is being circulated. Those are two main ingredi­ ents for making a small prob­ lem a large one. You've all heard the old say­ ing "you get out of something what you put in to it." Well, the old adage rings true today, perhaps more than ever. We need to start putting back into this economy. That will cre­ ate jobs, which in turn, will lift this sagging economy. One thing Mr. Bush could is put a stop to the one-way free- trade agreement we have with Japan. When he went there recently, I was thrilled. Upon his return, I found myself disgusted. Absolutely no results! We must be able to sell our goods there as freely as they sell their's here. People will probably say that their products are superior, which is absurd and not the point. We deserve the same chance to sell there as they have to sell here. I know these aren't the end- all solutions to this huge problem. However, instead of sitting there, moaning about the state of our country, why not sit down and evaluate how and why we got ourselves into this truly pathetic situation. It is only through under­ standing that we can sovle this, or any problem. Thespians get new leader Wesley Van Tassel named new drama department chairperson by Robert Koser Contributing writer The drama department at Central was treated to a new mentor when it named Wesley Van Tassel as its new chair­ person. The new head of the drama department has spent over 30 years in the theatre business, half of which he has spent teaching. Van Tassel attended the University of North Carolina where he studied drama as a minor. He says his first love is teaching. He feels the best way to teach students is to expose them to professionals in the business. Working with professionals, he feels, makes the students per­ form to a higher level. famous American pi ay writes. Van Tassel directs one of the plays, "Adaptation." The plays will run Jan. 23, 24, 25, 30,31 and Feb. 1. Van Tassel compares the three plays to a meal. "The opening play is deli­ cate and crispy like a salad, the middle play is the meat and potatoes, and the final play is like a zany dessert," he said. Wesley Van Tassel "Having a professional ac­ tor working with students is like having a professional quarterback on your football team," he said. " The quarter­ back makes the team better, just like the professional actor makes the students better." 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Page 12 Thursday, Januai723J992^ The Observer 'Backdraft' not just prettyboy wannabes I have a brother-in-law, or I should say, future brother- in-law, who is a firefighter in Lacey. Of course, when Ron Howard's latest picture, "Backdraft" came out he and my sister got their respective panties in a big old knot to rush out and see it. I, however, was not in any big hurry. After seeing the adds for "Backdraft," I saw it as little more than a parade of pretty boys playing fire­ man. I mean, I wish I had a nickel for every time a guy like Pat Swayze or that little Johnny Depp is ripped from the cover of "Teen Beat" and thrown into the role of a big tough cop or G.I. or something. Nine times out of 10 such movies end up as artistic di­ sasters and box office flops that are geared toward au­ diences of pigtails and training bras similar to what one might see in the first 10 rows of a New Kids concert. Anyway, I finally did get around to seeing this movie on tape and to say the least, I was pleasantly surprised. "Backdraft" has some­ thing for everyone. It's got action, nifty visual effects, a couple of love stories, a cool murder mystery and a top- notch cast including Kurt Russell, William Baldwin, Robert DeNiro, Scott Glenn, Jenifer Jason Leigh, and RebeceaDeMomay who I will always remember as that fabulous little sex-kitten Tom Linthicum Staff writer from "Risky Business." The film is basically a whodunnit about a crew of crooked civil servants being systematically burned to death, The mystery is eventually solved by veteran firefighter turned investigator Donald Rimgale (DeNiro) and rookie Brian McCaffrey (Baldwin). The stand-out perfor­ mance, though, has to go to Donald Sutherland as the psychotic arsonist who later turns out to have killed McCaffrey's father. Sutherland is not the bad guy in this movie, however. He plays Ronald, a character who paralells the Hannibal Lectre character from the "Red Dragon" and "Silence of the Lambs" books in that he is called upon by McCaffrey to help determine the identity of the killer. You know, a "get inside the killer's mind" soTt of thing. But this picture isn't sim­ ply about solving a murder. In fact, the process of catch­ ing the bad guy isn't really all that complicated and of­ ten takes a back seat to the stormy but air-tight rela­ tionship between McCaffrey and his older, superfireman brother Steven (Russell). Young McCaffrey spends much of the movie compet­ ing with and trying to mea­ sure up to brother Steven. Big brother, in the mean time, continually rides Brian under the guise of protecting him. There's a little more to it than that but you get the idea. It's nice to see this relation­ ship develop throughout the movie. "Backdraft" is a little longer than usual, about two hours and 15 minutes. But it easily holds our attention with exceptional perfor­ mances by Russell, Baldwin, DeNiro and, of course, Donald Sutherland. This is quality entertain­ ment folks, a definite no- misser. •Rentals courtesy of New World Video- Chlamydia is not a flower On the lighter side • •• b t 8 Xi O _o •3 (2 •s .2 0 1 Help...I've fallen, and I can't get to the emer­ gency phones! Only time will tell if the emergency phones will earn their keep. But in the meantime, aren't they pretty to look at? From CADET/ page 8 ten cadets nationwide that will have the opportunity to fly British fighter/trainer aircraft and observe the officer train­ ing programs of the Royal Air Forces. Recently, Calhoun received the Arnold Air Society's James L Badley Award. The $500 scholarship recognizes her community service and dedi­ cation to the Arnold Air Soci- SCUBA LESSONS & SUPPLIES Sign up now. 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The Observer Thursday, January 23,1992 Page 13 SPORTS Central ends losing streak by beating Seals, 102-44 by Ron Munson Sports editor Central's men's bas­ ketball team ended its three game losing streak by hammer­ ing Sheldon Jackson Tuesday night at Nicholson Pavilion, 102-44. Although the 'Cats won, they had to do it without the help of Otto Pijpker, who went down one minute and four seconds into the game. He went down in the same spot where Terry Britt scores two of his 12 against the Seals. he originally injured his.knee earlier in the season. His status was unconfirmed after the game. The 'Cats' used a high- spree in the middle of the pressure, text-book half court first half and never looked defense to force the Seals into back. 19 first half turnovers, includ- The Wildcats took a 45-24 ing 13 steals by the Wildcats, lead and complete control of The 'Cat's, led by Larry the game into the lockeroom Foster with 10 points and with them at half-time. Jason Pepper with eight Pepper and Ryan Pepper w BASKETBALL and combined for 26 points, including 16 points from Ryan who ended the game with 18 points. Defensively, the 'Cats forced another 19 turnovers in the second half, which tied a school record for most turn­ overs in one game (38). The Wildcats also held the Seals to 10 points in the last points, went on a 28-5 scoring caught fire in the second half 15 minutes of the Same- The 'Cats' used a high-pressure, text-book half court defense to force the Seals into 19 first half turnovers, includ­ ing 13 steals by the Wildcats. The victory marked the largest margin since Central beat Northwest College by 76 points in 1989. For Sheldon Jackson, the loss marked the largest defeat of their I current road trip. The Seals (1-5, 2- 15) lost to Seattle University by 21, St. Mar­ tins by 34, Western by 31, and Simon| Fraser by 19, before losing to Central by 58. The Seals leave Ellens- burg with a 0-| 11 record against the 'Cats, including six losses at Nicholson Pavilion. Top scorers for Central were Jason Pepper and Ryan Pepper, both with 18 points. Shane McCullough added 14 points. Heath Dolven and Foster both ended with 13. The Wildcats travel to Seattle University on Jan. 25 and will be home again on Jan. 31 to play Simon Fraser. Ladycats can't keep up with Western Vikings by Ron Munson Sports editor Western's women's basketball upped its win streak over Central to eight games, last Saturday. Western (11-8, 5-2) thumped the Ladycats (6-9, 3-5) 66-44. The Ladycats, led by Stacey Gordon's 13 points, led for most of the first 20 minutes and were only down by two points at the half. The Vikings went on a 28-6 scoring spree early in the third quarter to break the Ladycat's spirits. Center Heidi Robinson led Central with nine rebounds, however, Western outreboundedthe Ladycats 47- 25. The loss was Central's fif­ teenth straight on its oppo­ nents home floor, dating back to last season. Central's only road win this year in eighttries was on a neutral court over Northwest College. Central played at P.L.U. on Tuesday, but results from that game were not available at presstime. Central will be back at home versus Lewis and Clark on Saturday, Jan. 25. He Heidi Robinson goes inside on a PSU player for two points.
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Call Richard 962-2375. 200- E. 4th Despite brother's torture, I'm a fan I'll get the formalities out of the way first. Washington 31 Buffalo 17 "But Ron," you say sarcasti­ cally, "that's a pretty small limb your going out on." I know the Redskins are, at least, a six-point favorite. I also know there hasn't been a Super Bowl upset since Nameth beat the Colts in Super Bowl III. So, why am I jumping on the Redskin bandwagon? Well, I've been there all year. From their 12-0 start to the dismantling of the NFC Central champions, the Detroit Lions. As a matter of fact I've been a Washington Redskin fan since I was 10 years old. Even after my mother had to tell me that there were two Washingtons and the Redskins resided in the other one. Ron Munson Sports editor The Bills may be turning into the Den­ ver Broncos of the nineties. By then it was too late. I was hooked on the Redskins. loused to clip articles from the newspaper every Mon­ day morning, win or lose. And back then, it was mostly lose. I can remember waking up about 7:30 Sunday mornings and turning on the televi­ sion. I would struggle through the early Sunday programming just waiting for the pregame show to come on. If, on my luckiest days, the Redskins were playing a good team, CBS would deliver the game to me in its entirety. There was nothing worse than the Redskins losing except going back to school Monday morning. I lived through the "over the hill gang" and all the losing streaks every fall. I never lost interest even though the Redskins articles on my wall gave way to those "cool" hydro plane pictures from the summer before. It wasn't until the early eighties when the Redskins started winning, which was about the same time the Rams and the Vikings (my two big brothers' teams) started losing. If I even thought about enjoying that out loud, I would have gotten a "brownie" or a "charlie" or something to remind me that my brothers were supreme. So those are the reasons that I'm sticking with the Redskins in the Super Bowl. Those aren't the only reasons. This is the Redskins fifth Super Bowl and they have an even record (2-2) going in. The Bills, who lost last year by one point after a field goal miss, may be turning into the Denver Broncos of the nineties. This is only their second Super Bowl (0-1). The oddsmakers favor Washington basically for the way Buffalo played in the AFC Championship game. The Bills could only muster a defensive touchdown to keep the Broncos from their fourth Super Bowl loss. In Washington, the Redskins could do no wrong in their lopsided victory over the Lions who deserved to be there. The Bills have an offense that is capable of scoring from almost anywhere on the field. They will going up against the number two-rated defense in the league in the Redskins. I had Jim Kelly and James Lofton on my fantasy football team this year. I can say they are explosive at times, however, they must be winning the game to keep playing well. They are not a comeback type of offense. Washington's defense will pressure the Bills into making mistakes. They've been doing it all year. When Washington has the ball, you'll be watching the most productive offense in the NFL this year. This year's Super Bowl will be played indoors in Minne­ sota. This could be the only drawback to the game itself. John Madden and I worked feverishly to have the game rescheduled to a real football stadium, but John couldn't get train reservations to Pasadena. He'll be in the Metrodome, along with Pat Sumerall, to call the game. These two are the best in the business. So this Super Bowl could be one of the best ever (I had to say it, the Super Bowl hype committee made me). I hope that all of you can get to­ gether with your best friends and relax and enjoy the last football game of the year. Washington 31 Buffalo 17. Remember, you heard it here first! 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The Observer Thursday, January 23,1992 Page 15 1 $ . Eobbv Kmqht na «tu-easkei bai 1 Coacru NAIA taps 3 for All-American football team School record, 11 players honored Central football players Ken Thompson, Tracy McKenzie and Darrell Roulst have recently been named to the NAIA division II All-Ameri- can football team. All three were first-team selections and were among a school record 11 players to be named to the Ail-American squad. Central has now had 17 first team NAIA All-Americans in its history, but it's the first time three players have made the team in the same year. The most Central had ever sent before was six in 1984. Spencer Minnix was the only Wildcat named to the second team. Seven Wildcats were named honorable mention. They were wide receiver Eric Boles tight end Dick Gallaher offensive linemen Eric Lamphere and David Jagla defensive lineman John Olson defensive back Brion Mattson and quarter­ back Ken Stradley. All are seniors except for Mattson (jr) and Roulst (so). Only five Columbia Football Association players earned first team honors. Joining the Central trio on the first team are Lewis and Clark running back Dan Ruhl and Linfield linebacker Jon Yeakey. Thompson led the Wildcats in rushing with 845 yards and in scoring with 16 touchdowns., McKenzie led Central in tackles with 74, including seven for losses. Roulst was the national kick- scoring leader with 74 points. He made 44 of 47 extra points and 10 of 13 field goal attempts. From MATMEN / page 13 Bonthuis posted a 3-1 record that earned him a strong second place finish. He is recovering from illness also. "Placing second was veiy good for the kind of shape he was in, that was a really impressive showing," said Heikes. The Clackamas open was a non-team scoring competi­ tion. MacDiarmid has 29 victo­ ries so far this season. Barring any injury or serious illness, he should have a definite shot at the schools record of 37 single season wins. The record was set last year by Central's male Athlete of the Year Sandy Stevenson. "He could win it all, he could take the top spot at the national tourney, he's real good, and really tough to beat," said an enthusiastic Heikes. MacDiarmid has a chance to tie three other Wildcat wrestlers in the record books for second with 30 wins tomorrow night at home against Clackamas. The 'Cats travel down to Yakima the next day for the Yakima Valley Community College Invitational. DR. MYRON UNDER DR. SANDY UNDER • 962-2570 Under Chiropractic Center 1011 N. Alder ...next to campus Wing foots head east for first indoor meet by Ron Munson Sports editor Central begins its 1992 indoor track season this Saturday at Eastern Wash­ ington University in Cheney. The men's team will be lead by All-American Keith Baker who was last year's NAIA national indoor champion in the 55 meter hurdles. Also trying to get Central back to Kansas City in March for the NAIA na­ tional championships will be Mario Andaya, Darrin Smith, Gaiy Anderson, D.J. Livingston, Rick Maib, Brian Meyer, James Mitchell, Jay Spears and Ken Thompson. Thompson, who is still recovering from a ham­ string injury incured during the football season, finished sixth in the nation in the high jump and received All- American honors last year. The women's team con­ sists of Lori Moon, Heather Wade, Mikki Bergman, Kelli Lambert, Kennedy Lewis and Kris Kjolso. Last Saturday, Baker qualified for the NAIA National Indoor Track- and-Field Meet with wins in the 55 meter dash and the 55 meter hurdles, at the Early Bird Indoor meet in Cheney. Andaya and Smith finished first and third, respectively, in the men's long jump with distances of 21 feet, seven inches and 18 feet, 10 inches. Central's next meet will also be at Cheney when they compete in the University of Washington Open, on Jan. 25, 26. Central swimmers say Tacoma or bust Saturday US swim invitational called a success Central's swimming teams travel to Tacoma Saturday for a men's and women's dual meet with Pacific Lutheran Univer­ sity. Both Central teams are 1- 2 in duals and will be at­ tempting to even their records at 2-2. Last weekend, Central's women posted four new NAIA national qualifying marks in a United States Swimming meet at Central's swimming com­ plex. The Cat's competed on a time trial basis in the age-group meet for 18-year-olds and un­ der. Establishing national quali­ fying marks were Allison Walsh in the women's 400 meter individual medley and the 500 meter freestlye. Shan­ non Pinquoch qualified in the 1,650 meter freestyle and Nicole Lindstrom also quali­ fied in the 200 meter breast- stroke. Improving on previous na­ tional qualifying marks were Stacey Bell in the 200 meter backstroke, Annette Harris in the 100 meter butterfly and Nikki Wilson in the 200 meter butterfly. Central's 400 meter medley team of Bell, Lindstrom, Har­ ris and Julie Morris swam a season-best time, which bet­ tered the national standard time by 18 seconds. Central's men didn't post any new national qualifying marks in the meet, but did have five Central season best swims. Scott Zabel had the 'Cats' season best swims in the 200 meter individual medley and the 200 meter freestyle. Bill Morach swam a season- best in the 200 meter fly and the 400 meter individual med­ ley and Scott Kelley topped out in the 200 meter backstroke. Central's home swim match scheduled for Jan. 24 with Whitworth has been cancelled and Central's match scheduled with Whitworth for Feb. 7 will be moved to the Central swim­ ming complex. What is the National Student Exchange? CWU offers you the chance to study in a different educational setting live in a new cultural and geographic environment sample diverse course offerings and learn more about yourself! 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