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The following Is a series of cation has reaffirmed a two- excerpts from an EPC | Education- semester requirement, with mod- al Policy Committee | report to the ifications of the present arrange- faculty: ments. In the words of the The Committee on Educa- Department members, "...we tional Policy wishes to provide the believe that the students at Bates Faculty and interested students College should be exposed to with an intcrmim report on its physical education by means of a review of baccalaureate degree one-year requirement. To not requirements. By providing the require this experience is to report at this time, the Committee ignore the values and content of hopes to encourage wider inform- the program and to decrease the al discussions about the issues value of the student's overall involved. The basic issues focus experience at Bates." on the Committee's feeling that "We subscribe to the defini- present distribution requirements tion of a physically educated do not meet legitimate general person as one who has knowledge education goals long associated and skills of his/her body and with the College's purpose and how it works. Our program is now frequently reaffirmed within designed to: (1) instruct students the Faculty. in various lifetime physical/re- During this short term the creative activities to the extent Committee hopes to learn of areas that through gains in knowledge of support and of constructive and skills they may make inform- Thomas Hedley Reynolds criticism of this review. Further ed choices for pursuit in leisure work will continue through sum- time, and (2) offer students a mer months. In the fall, the basic understanding of the cardio- Message From The President Committee will begin to narrow- vascular and muscular systems of down the issues with an eye With the end of the academic throughout the country. Next year honorary degree from Williams the body. How they relate to toward Faculty legislation. year approaching. I would like to those of you who return may College at its commencement on exercise, and how lifetime activity The present baccalaureate take this opportunity to wish each participate in this discussion as Sunday, June 4. relates to physical and psycho- degree course requirements, and every one of you the very best the Bates faculty begins consider- Recipient of a Ph.D. and M.A. logical health." other than the major programs now and in the years ahead. ing the recommendations of its in history at Columbia The Department's suggested are: (1) the two-course require- To the seniors who will be Education Policy Committee. University, Dr. Reynolds is a requirement could move the act- ment in physical education, and graduating June 5. my strongest Remember always that the 1942 graduate of Williams. ivities out from the category of (2) the "distributional require- congratulations. I trust that you process of learning is a never During WW II he served as a "courses." The Committee has ments." will feel a certain sense of pride ending one among educated peo- tank unit commander in North not yet formally considered the when you receive your diploma, ple. This summer many of you Africa and Italy, earning the I. The Physical Education Department's recommendation. Requirement. After careful study, and rightfully so. for earning your will hold jobs and some of you Bronze Star and French Croix 2. The Distributional Re- bachelor's degree should be may vacation, but there is no de Guerre with Silver Star. the Department of Physical Edu- Continued on Page 22 viewed as one of the most need to stop learning. Sometimes After serving on active duty in important stepping stones in a life those things experienced outside the Army, Dr. Reynolds taught of promise. the classroom mean new things as at Hunter College and served as Capital Campaign To the juniors and sophomores they are perceived in the light of staff historian for the American who have successfully completed new knowledge. Red Cross in Washington, D.C. Ready To Launch another year at Bates, may I Have a good summer and come He joined the history depart- commend you on a job well done. back to us in the fall ready to ment at Middlebury College in The Student has been authoritively informed that the public announcement of the College's long-awaited Capital Campaign We look forward to your return challenge your teachers into 1949, becoming head of the will take place on Saturday noon, June 10th, at the Alumni and to sharing with you the giving you their very best. department in 1957 and dean of excitement of your culminating the college in 1964. He has been Reunion lunch. It is understood that this will be a four year effort to raise the largest sum in Bates' history. The major purposes will years. Thomas Hedley Reynolds president of Bates since 1967 And to those of you who have and holds other honorary be: Scholarship and faculty endowment, computers and finished your first year at the (Note: Thomas Hedley degrees from the University of scientific equipment, as well as new arts and athletic buildings college, good work. The past year Reynolds, president of Bates Maine at Orono, Bowdoin and and the expansion of the library. (For further details, see page 12.) probably has been one of change College, will receive an Colby colleges.) for many of you, and now that you have come through it all. take time to reflect not only on what you have gained but on the Reorganization Of Dean's Office A Success possibilities which lie ahead. Commenting that although the trative structure of the College teresting, new approaches to limited number of dormitories or All of you have made a very summer months will afford the should be organized to be pre- problem resolution, and a houses, usually geographically wise decision, I believe, to pursue opportunity for a more reflective pared to respond to the whole healthy, productive level of defined. This allowed each dean a liberal arts education. It is and careful evaluation of the student, i.e.. the student in the morale." Most importantly, it an opportunity to get better highly unlikely that society will effectiveness of the reorganiza- academic, residential and extra- allowed a student to have acquainted with the residents of become less complex, and it is tion of the Office of the Dean of curricular contexts. Therefore, all academic, residential and per- their area. It also afforded the essential that we have individuals the College this year. Dean of the deans shared responsibility sonal problems be addressed in opportunity for more frequent who know how to tackle problems Carignan said that it was his and decision-making in each of one office, thereby alleviating the and effective communication with from various perspectives, not sense that "The reorganization these areas. This required inten- need to bounce from one office to the proctors in the area. just narrowly defined points of was a step in the right direction in sive and open dialogue among the another. Dean Carignan concluded that view. the effort to respond more ef- deans. Dean Carignan com- Another element in the re- "The year has been a very good It is refreshing to note the ficiently to student needs." mented "The open dialogue with- organization was the introduction one. Deans Spence and Reese resurgence of curriculum debates The reorganization was based in the office contributed to con- of the area dean concept. This have added important strengths taking place on campuses on the principle that the adminis- census, the emergence of in- meant that each dean dealt with a Continued on Page 24 2 THE BATES STUDENT

EDITORIAL Faculty Changes In an effort to inform the institutions, national meetings, Science) and Werner Deiman student body of the changes in and other colleges and (English) for the winter "the Hates faculty for the universities. The Mellon Fellows semester and short term, and; As the school year draws to a close, it seems ap- upcoming year, the Student for the 1978 197(1 school year Kobin Brooks (Mathematics) for propriate not to reflect on what the past has already spoke to Dean of the Faculty will be Geoffrey Law (History). the fall semester. brought, but on what the future may hold. Bates Carl Strauh. In addition to the Carl Schwinn (Economics), and The remainder of the faculty College is, at this point in time, undergoing what twenty-three either temporary Richard Williamson (French). members not returning for all appear to be major changes. This issue of the Student or permanent changes, next There has been only one or part of next year are a* reflects that change and attempts to share the many year will bring a net addition of retirement from the Hates follows: Leaves of Abscence - activities of the College with the entire Bates family. It two members to the faculty. faculty this year. Professor Ross Cummins (Education), is the purpose of the editors not just to inform, but to These additions will be made in Robert Kingsbury (Physics) has Eric Robinson (Mathematics), the Psychology and Music chosen to retire after fourteen and Nancy Lee (Art) for the full encourage interested individuals to respond to the Departments. With this years at Bates College (see year and Richard Wagner many news items that are contained within this issue. development, the Hates faculty article, page 11 ). (Psychology) for the fall The inner-workings of the College continue to function will now number 121. including The College allows each semester; Leaving After One all summer long, and input from students, faculty, those on leave and short-term faculty member a sabbatical Year (1977-197H) Appointments - alumni, and friends is invaluable in the decision replacements. leave after, seven years of Larry Loonin (Theater). making process. Responses to any of the plans outlined Next year's changes are service. Because of a move, ap- Thomas Dowling (Religion). or thoughts expressed within this issue are more than Consistent in number with those proximately seven years ago. to Jaswant Bhorjee (Biology), welcome, and may be sent c/o The Bates Student, of the past few years. According bring about a large increase in Ronald Barry (Biology). Carol Bates College, Lewiston, Maine. All mail will be to Dean Strauh. on the average the size of the faculty, many of Ciuarneri (History), Paul Isaacs forwarded to the proper parties. there have have been fifteen to the present members hired (Art), and Alan Coppola (Math, The change spoken of above is all-encompassing. twenty new appointments made during that period are now remaining for first semester for each of the last three or four eligible for a sabbatical. John only), and: Resigned - Daniel With the launching of a new capital campaign, new, years. This average includes two Tagliabue (English), and John Heyduk (Anthropology). Peter improved educational and athletic facilities will soqn net gains each year. There are King (English) will be on Cliphant (Anthropology), and be available. The campus is in the midst of extensive many other reasons for new sabbatical for the entire year; Karin Swanson (Biology). dormitory renovations, aiming toward comfort and a appointments, among them: Garold Thumm (Political more suitable residential structure. The standing policy retirement, sabatical, leave of regarding both education at Bates and extra-curricular abscence. and Mellon Fellow- activities is under reconsideration. This seems to ship. suggest a new era of openmindedness and a willingness The Mellon Fellowship Security Car to change. To a liberal arts institution such as Bates, Program is currently in its third Emmons, the mileage on the these factors are imperative. year at Bates. The F'ellows are "The Bates College security relatively new security car was Coupled with changes around campus is a change in released from regular teaching car has never been to New York no where near sufficient for the duties and devote up to a full City to my Knowledge and rarely car to travel the 400 miles to New the Student. The newspaper will be taking on a new year to an examination of how personnel structure and a further degree of goes off campus." said Stuart C. York enough times to amass the best to present the essentials of Greene, news director at Bates large number of tickets. professionalism. The change stems from a desire to their disciplines in an under- College. Stuart Greene concluded the keep the Bates community up to date and accurately graduate framework. The This unusual statement came College's official statement by informed about news that concerns it. In this way, Fellows hold regular discus- on May 11th in response to an adding that. "The auto is driven input will, hopefully, be forthcoming. sions during the year with their Associated Press article run on on official college business only - departmental colleagues and the front page of the Lewiston ROBERT COHEN it is used to deliver campus mail others, and students. Their work Daily Sun on that same day. The during the day and as a security involves travel to other article, by Andrew Schneider, vehicle at night. focused on the efforts of seven of "We have never been contact- New York City's largest collection ed by New York City authorities Soviet Dissedents agencies to track down certain regarding alleged parking viola- New Rnglandcrs who the city tions. The College feels that it called "the most arrogant parking cannot respond to New York's these pitfalls up until the took care of all but one member of ticket scofflaws in the nation." claim until it hears directly from Sharansky case. In that case, a' the opposition through murder The third paragraph of the A. P. them and knows exactly what the 1 "Imagine starting your own vicious ami scinn u campaign was and imprisonment. story served as sufficient reason alleged claim is. press agency in the United States, waged against the dissident. When Klepikova and Solovyov for Mr. Greene's comment. Mr. "At the present time, the and then imagine that task in the Sharansky. This attack prompted began their truth-seeking, they Schneider wrote that, "Questions College is taking no official Soviet Union." With these words. the Solovyovs to make a stand. At became aware of the fearful on the accurcv of New York City's action." Professor Goldman introduced this point, they formed their press tactics of the KGB. They claim list developed immediately when Another incorrectly accused dissidents Vladimir Solovyov and agency. Immediately the KGB the Soviet Union is "a very good a tag listed to Bates College in Maine resident had a far more Yelena Klepikova. Solovyov and closed the agency and publication school for courage." Several Lewiston turned out to be at- interesting response to ticket bills Klepikova were journalists in the of all their articles was halted. times their lives were threatened. tached to the campus police car. sent to him for his car. The 86 Soviet Union until their emigra- Their membership in the Soviet As well, the KGB threatened the The tags had allegedly accumu- year-old farmer stated. "They tion in September of 1977. They Writers" Union and the Union of American foreign correspondents lated $7,750 in fines, but a school sent me another bill saying I owed were persecuted for organizing an Journalists was revoked. These whom they knew. In particular. spokesman said the car is never them about $10,000 now. I just independent journalistic agency, revocations could have mush- Robert Toth and Christopher off campus." can't figure out why they'd think "the Solovyov-Klepikova Press roomed into a charge of parisitism Wren were interrogated and Head of security. Chet anyone from Maine would want to Agency." Their aim was to gather against them. They could have threatened bodily. In general, F.mmons, found the entire in- go to New York in the first and disseminate true information been arrested for writing without they observed that American cident amusing. According to Mr. place." about life in the USSR. Their official sanction and living off the correspondents remain in Russia QOOOCOCBB BOPBi efforts received some publicity in state. However Klepikova and for two years; after that "they the West. In particular, the New Solovyov became known to the lose their courage." Yelena re- York Times focused on their western press. It was this inter- marked that even Vietnam would activities. national exposure which saved be a pleasant assignment com- THE STUDENT Before their "anti-Soviet" them from oblivion. pared to the situation of the activity. Klepikova and Solovyov In an informal meeting .with American correspondent in the led the lives of good party students in Mr. Goldman's short- USSR. Klepikova and Solovyov ROBERT COHEN members. They lectured, wrote term unit. Klepikova discussed write about the impunity of the literary criticism; and were mem- her Russian background. She left KGB in their forthcoming non- Editor - in - Chief bers of both the Soviet Writers's a sister, mother, and son behind fiction work. Goodybye Russia, NANCY AREY in Moscow. Her father died in Union and the Union of soon to be published in the United Assistant Editor Journalists. They had everything 1937. He had been a communist States. to lose by dissident activity. In since he was 16 years old. In The Solovyovs concluded their Gilbert Crawford / Claire Bousquet 1975. they moved from the op- 1925. he was a part of the talk with this depressing Business Managers pressive atmosphere of Leningrad Leningrad Opposition, the faction message: conditions are not im- to. Moscow where the situation of the party which preferred proving in Russia, but becoming Contributors: Mary Elder, Karen Rowe. was more favorable for writers. Trotsky to Stalin. When Stalin more and more oppressive. With Gail Davis. Sue Piellet. Marcia Call. However, they soon found that declared himself the leader of the the recent conviction of dissident The Bates Student is published weekly by the Publishing censorship had not loosened up party, he termed this opposition leader. Orlov. they expect a Association. Box 309. Bates College. Lewiston. Me. 04240 any considerable amount. Many "false." He forced all the voting severe crack-down on "anti- Subscriptions are $10.00 for the academic year Printed by writers were forced to publish members of this false opposition Soviet" activity. They pronounce Eastland Press. Inc.. Lisbon Falls. 2nd class postage paid at underground ("samizdat") or in to sign a document proclaiming a belief that the political "thaw" Lewiston. Me. 04240 the West ("tamizdat") as op- their support for Trotsky. of Russia has ended. They predict The views and opinions expressed in the articles posed to being published official- Klepikoca's father innocently a new wave of arrests; but it will printed in this paper are not neccessarily concurent ly by the state ("gosizdat"). signed the document. Out of the surge forward without the with those of the editors. Klepikova and Solovyov accepted 151 signatures on the list. Stalin Solovyovs. (M.C.) WBBBBBQBOCBBI THE BATES STUDENT. 3 Extra - Curricular DEAN'S LIST

Activities Action The following students attained a semester ratio of 3 200 or higher the second semester The following are verbatim another? Obviously, there arc permanent endowed funds. 1977 1978 excerpts from a report prepared sonic of these intermediate activi- The E.A.C. has not tried to Those marked with "*" attained a semester ratio of 4 000 bv the Ad-Hoc Committee of the ties, but should there not be function as an instrument of SENIORS. Laura Aalto. Jacqueline Alpert, Chene Ames. Layla Anderson. Lynn Bailargeon. Susan Balduf, Bruce Barney, Sharon Barrett. George Beckwith. Alan Bellows. Charles E.A.C. lExtra-Curricular Activi- more? discovery, locating needs and Belsky. Barbara Btrkemeier. Diane Bonardi. John Bonasera. Kim Boylston. Donald Burch. ties Committeel. The report Another quality of the at- suggesting funds. Rather, 'it has Jeffrey Butland. Don Carlson. Su/anne Carnn. Mark Cauchon. Laurette Chambers. Ann Clark. Jeffrey Cole. Patrice Cooper. Scott Copeland Susan Crouser. Gail Davis. John Davis, appeared in many separate, dis- mosphere is business - who has worked as a policeman, keeping Craig Decker. William Deighan. Paul DeLouis. Lauren DeKter. Cynthia Djerf. Steven Doth, connected sections, as is reflected the time for intermediate activi- funding within given figures. The Mark Drummey. Paul Duplinsky, James Eligator. Douglat Evana, Martha Farr, Jo«l l ningold t htabeth Fischer, Howard Fleishon. Edward Frankel. Kurt Gelfand. Steven Gallon. in the excerpts. ties, conversations, and inter- generation of new activities has Carolyn Gennetti. Kim Goaiant. Claude Guerlain, Daniel Hansen. Jonathan Harris, Suaan The Committee held exten- Heald. Becki Hilfrank, Valerie Hovey, Stephen Hut smith. "Steven Ingerman. Nancy Ingersoll. action? Better to get your work been left to student initiative and Donna James, Annelisa Johnson. Jacqueline Johnson. Richard Johnson. Kim Joseph. Tina sive discussions among them- done and then relax with a beer. to the student organizations. We Kabb. Kelly Karpoe, Mary Kelley. Carol Kounkoulas. John Kowalcryk. Daniel Lacasse. Marie Laverdiere. Lars Llorente, Mary Mallat. Glenn Matlack. Philip McCartin. Martha McGann. selves, and interviewed a variety This theme of dichotomy came up will suggest a variety of new ways Maureen McNamara, Jean Metzger. Daniel Modes. Douglas Moisted. Peter Moore. Carol of students and faculty. They feel again and again in our conver- for activities to be generated by MuHord, Michael Mullan, Lyman Munson. Todd Nelson, Mary O'Shee. Marcia Owen, 'Kenneth Peille. Kim Perfitt, Mela me Parsons, 'Lynne Patnode, Valerie Paul, Douglas Payne. that what they heard remained sation and investigations. students, faculty, dorms, and Martha Pease. Sue Peillet, Ann Phillips, Paul Ptoener. Donabeth Pollock, 'Albert Proty. Ann fairly constant. As a note of departments. Besides these new Quinlan, Thomas Quinn, Mark Reinhelter. John Reisch, Bnan Mark Rhodes. 'John Riccto. VALUES: Nancy Roberts. June Roaa. Jean Roy, Carole Rudnai, Anna Sabaateenaki, John Sacci. explanation, the total amount In our interviews with stu- routes to creating activities, we Merge* Savage. Jean Settler. Maureen Shea, Lyte Shlagar. James Simon, Dave Skinner, from all student activity sources 'Peter Snow, Oebra Sorttn. Ronald Soucier, Carole Spelich, Roger Spingam. Oevid Stanton, dents and faculty, visions of need more money to make them Thomas Storey, Susan Stucke. Ichiro Tekayeme. Robert Tatge, Nency Thomson, Kirsten lexcept the athletic budget I totals specific problems and recommen- effective. Vea. Todd Webber. E mily Wesselhoeft. Kimberiey West. Dorothy Wilkins,' Elirebeth Williams, Lauryl Williams, Karen Wood. approximately $100,000. This dations were consistently under- While new facilities are fore-

money flows through a number of girded with four common values: seen down the road, student life JUNIORS, SOPHMORES, FRESHMEN Judith Allen. Allyson Anderson. Cheryl Anderson. channels, the primary of which is 1) The belief that spontan- exists now, and thus more money Marcia Arnold. Jeffrey Ashmun. David Bailey. F. Peter Baranowski. Kathy Barrett. Steven Barrett. Devid Beeulieu. David Bell. David Beneman. Mark Bennett. Donne Barezin, Thomas the E.A.C./R.A. budget proceed- eous and creative activities are as may be needed to change things Blackford. 'Claire Bousquet. Susan Bove, Christine Bowditch, Bonnie Bower. Douglas Boyle, ings, disbursing $70,000 to now. James Bronson. Richard Brooks. Richard Broome, Victoria Brotherhodd, Robert Brown. important to extracurricular life Devid Buckley, Deborah Burwell, Ann Bushmiller. Richard Cabral, Marcia Call, Peggy Carey. $80,000. Other channels include: as planned organizational events The increase in the student Mary-Lee Cella. Erica Chaffey, Kathy Charest. Selme Chipenda, Gregory Clancey. Cheryl a portion of the athletic budget; Clark. Robert Cohen, Janet Cotliander. Susan Collins, Thomas Connolly. Terry Contas. and merit greater emphasis at body increases the demands on Andrea Coombs. Cynthia Covey. Gilbert Crewford. Elaine Curran. Stephen Curran, Lee Cyr. budgets of individual depart- Bates; facilities and organizations, laurel Dailmeyer William Davies, Mem Davis. William Dean. Roger Desierdins. Timothy Dewey, Kethryn Doran, Margaret Downey. Carl Egner, Mary Elder. David Ellenbogen. ments [i.e. poetry scries|, and; 2) The desirability of further creates a plethora of small organ- Deboroh Ellis, Margaret Evans. Catherine Fevreau. Maria Ferrara, Richard Fipphen, Elizabeth the discretionary funds of the izations, and changes the atmos- Fordiani, Christian Fox. Allison Gotfney. Christopher Gammons. Ssrah Garrison. Karl blending the intellectual and re- Gartland, Jack Gellen Dianne Georgeson. Gary Gilbert, John Gillespie. Robert Glenn, Philip President and the Dean of the creational - primarily through phere of the interactions possible Glynn. Philip Gould. John* Goulet, Sheila Graunas. Barbara Green Michael Greene. John Faculty. among students. Gregory, Alison Grot t Michael Grusat. Jane Gurney. Leanne Gulden. David Halt, John Hall. greater student-faculty and de- Robert Hamlen, Lisa Hummel. 'Royal Hashed. Kenneth Hasson. Linda Heath, Elizabeth partmental activities; Money spent wisely for stu- Hatter man, Deanna Henderson, Timothy Hillman, Shannon Hinkley. Welter Hoerman, Kristin Holm. Christopher Holmes, James Hopkinson, Patrick Horgan. Chnstophar Howard. Susan SOME PROBLEMS WITH THE 3) The near-universal feeling dent activities, in a way that cares Howard. Henry Howie. Kristin* Humphreys. Elizabeth Hunter, Jonathan Huntington. Hilary PRESENT SYSTEM: that an absolute increase in the for the amount of activity and the Jacobs, Bruce Jeckson. Catherine Jamieson. "M. Carolyn Johnson. Karen Johnston. Gwenith Jones. Peper Kaptanoff. Julie Kerb. Pamela Keane. Anna Kaanan. Willis We have found that while the quantity and diversity of activities quality of activity per dollar, may Keenen. Jeffrey Kenney. Linde Kerr. Susan Kieffer, Pamela Knight, Bruce Koch, Joyce present system of planning and do more to improve the spirit at Korneteky. Jonathan Kutrubea, Jamas Lammers, Teresa Lancaster. Charles Larcomb, Alan at Bates is necessary to meet the Lareau. Valerie Lesserre. Michael Laurence, Nancy Levit. Qaorga Uchte. Cynthia Loftus. funding supports a sizeable life of individual and collective needs of the school than some competing Robert Long. Michael Lugli. Stuart MacDonald, Jean Maloney. Carol Member, Kathleen activities, that life is still deficient needs. Marra, Sendre Martin, Michael Maruca. Robert McCaukty. Karen McHugh. Charles an expanded student body, and; McKenzie. Janice McLean. Mark McSherry. Mark Medaugh. Glenn Miller. Jacqueline Miller. both as to quality and quanity. 4) The commitment to cost- Spyro Mitrokostas, Jeen Monahan, Susan Moree. Beetrifs Mullet Edward Neubarg. 'Elizabeth Newell. Judith Normandin. Linda Norm. CarolNowacki. Mark O'Connell, WiHiam The present system favors plan- effectiveness among competing SPONTANEOUS AND CREA- O'Connell. Douglas Omey. Scott Olson. Belinda Osier. Donald Ouchterloney. Richard Packie. ned activities and discriminates organizational programs, but not TIVE ACTIVITIES: Lizette Panet-Raymond. Michael Parkin, Alyson Patch. Anne Paul, Todd Pertonen, Samuel Pefuso, Ned Penney, Katharine Penning ton. Roy Perham. June Peterson. 'Laura Peterson. against spontaneous or one-time at the expense of needed diversity According to the report, de- "David Phillips. II, Georga Poland. Donald Pongrace. Ralph Proter. Kristin Posey. Scott events. There is little room or and quality of events. signers of these types of activities Powell, Mark Price. Laurie Prothero. Cernelia Provost. 'Allen Purfcta, WWiam Qutgkty, Mary Raftery, Peter Rain vine. Janice Rend, Gail Rauech. Mark Regelbuti. Frederick fleimer. Devid reward in the present system for The costs and benefits of encounter several obstacles. Reinhert. Stephen Roberts. David Robinson. Todd Robinson. Sara Rosanbtoom. Bath imaginative activities which do Roaenzwetg. Elizabeth Ross, Karen Rowe. Michael Ruch, Sarah Rutan, Lynne Rydhotm. individual activities (whether Some of these involve the diffi- Martha Savoy, Linda Scholl. Laurie Schultz, Karen Sel.n Gin. Shapira. Anna Shapard. Gail not fit into a club structure. In a existing or proposed) cannot culty in obtaining funding for Silva, Andrea Simmons. Nancy Skluth. Steven Somes. John Spanoa, William Stem John Stilbnun. Scott Stonar. Patricia SuHivan, Richard Sullivan. Joseph Swinnay. Douglas Taylor. way. the very flow of activity itself always be accurately measured by spontaneous activities. Several Jan* I hick stun Daphne Topouzis. John* VaiUencourt, Lynda Wallace Chnstophar Walton. has been replaced by a set of tallying dollars and participants. funding organizations' functions Leslie Weaver. Mark Weaver. Allen Wetnbarg. Kevin Welch. 'Thomas Welch. Thomas went/*l. Liana Wilbur. Robert WiNaey. Jean Wilson. Alice Wmn. Karen Woodberry, Michael structures that regulate and plan. All students benefit from an overlap, thus sending an inquirer Zafchowski. Jonathan Zangar. Probably the one single fact- atmosphere in which wide arrays in many different directions to or influencing extracurricular life of activities and interests abound. obtain funds, a Httle from one at Bates in recent years has been Creativity, vitality, and educa- organization, a little from the increase in the size of the tional enjoyment are undoubtedly another. Also, the planner of an student body. Over the last ten enhanced by the recognition that event requiring participation of Chaplain Needed years, we have seen a 40% contact can be made, bright ideas external parties (such as a lec- increase, with no comparable actualized, and an institutional turer, a musician, etc.) is faced Bates College is currently seek- President Reynolds will appoint a change in the machinery for with what seems to be a common commitment to dynamism sus- ing a Chaplain who can new Chaplain by the end of Short student activities. catch-22: scheduling can't be tained. coordinate the College's religious Term, such appointment to be- The campus continues to formalized until a guarantee of programs and counsel individual come effective on September 1, suffer from a sharp dichotomy in funding exists, yet no funding can RECOMMENDATION FOR members of the College com- 1978. student life: there is study and E.A.C. BUDGET: be awarded until a firm schedule munity. If qualified by academic there is entertainment. When in We believe that there should can be judged. training and degrees, part-time one half of your life, do not talk be an increase in the total budget Three proposals were gener- teaching would be a possibility about the other. There is a need devoted to student activity for the ated to address the need for through appointment as a non- for more balanced life. It is the following reasons: greater C/S activities. 1) The lenurable member of the Faculty. intermediate areas that suffer. Because of our location away discretionary funds of existing Such a teaching position would Where arc the activities blending from an urban area or a college organizations could be increased, not. necessarily, be in the depart- intellectual and social interests?. town with independent sources of possibly with a mandate to devote ment of Religion, however. Can- Where arc the outdoor recrea- student activity, the college needs some proportion to non-organiza- didates are expected to be or- £@mih tions which arc neither competi- to spend more than it is to provide tional proposals. 2) Establish a dained and to have some parish or tive sports nor professional out- the necessary facilities and activ- new and separate funding agency oiher chaplaincy experience. In doorsmanship? Where are the ities. Other schools have accepted for C/S projects. The new Short the final analysis, preference will JEWELERS smaller size parties that give this responsibility with larger Term Activities Committee may be given to candidates who have students a chance to meet one budgets, more facilities in place, provide a limited model for this proven intellectual interests and another instead of just seeing one and more activities funded out of arrangement. 3) Either a stand- Diamond Center who are acquainted with highly featuring ard amount of discretionary fund- selective, co-educational, liberal MAINE GEM ing could be awarded to dorms arts colleges. (per capita) - perhaps on a One unusual aspect of the TOURMALINE rotating basis - or a dorm projects •Serving Luncheons Bates chaplaincy is that the council could be created (perhaps chaplain is responsible only to the from 11 A.M. through the new resident coor- •Dining in the President and to himself. Such a dinator system) to encourage and situation lends much flexibility to in beautiful evening from judge proposed activities. pinks and greens 4 P.M. the position and allows for a great deal of autonomy and indepen- set in precious DEPARTMENTAL FUNDING: dence of character on the part of 14 karat gold. At present, very little E.A. is the Chaplain. STECKINO'S funded through departments, Three candidates have re- except for fixed budget perma- sponded thus far and have been restaurant nent activities such as drama, interviewed by the Deans, the 106 MMdto StaMt, Lawlaton, Malm 78*4151 debate, and music clubs, which President, representatives of seem generally effective. campus religious organizations, Dance to the sounds of We suggest a process like Located at the and other interested students. It corner of Lisbon Autumn Gold that used at Williams and Middle- is expected that one or two Friday and Saturday evenings bury: departments are given, say, additional candidates will be in- and Main Streets $25 per faculty member as a lump terviewed before a final decision in Lewiston. Continued on Page 24 is made. Hopefully, however. • 4 THE BATES STUDENT Prof. Simon When the Student interviewed that legislators must follow and Mr. John Simon. Democratic live by the laws that they candidate for the State Legisla- establish: therefore, they must ture, he prefaced the interview remain responsive to the needs of with: "I don't believe that the citizenry. He also believes government can make everything that, unfortunately, too many nice for everybody; but, with that people when elected to the State qualification, my attitude toward Legislature enter its halls breath- politics is positive." This positive ing fire. Mr. Simon thinks that attitude is reinforced by the fact this attitude is all wrong; for, as that he has been politically active he said. "1 don't intend to follow since high school and plans to a self-imposed vow of silence, but remain so for as long as possible. neither do I intend to go up to In fact, he hopes that if elected he Augusta and tell everyone what to could continue to be re-elected to do." He believes that a freshman the same office time and time Representative should spend again. The reasoning behind this some time, initially, listening and desire to become and to remain a learning from those legislators State Legislator is ". . .particular- who are more experienced. One ly appropriate for someone who concern is that people not think of has a full-time job that he loves as him as a "hot shot" because he is much as I love mine;" and. a college professor. He is trying secondly. Mr. Simon docs very hard to overcome and/or "...care about what happens in prevent this type of reaction. the Slate of Maine. I am a tax- Toward this end. he is working payer, citizen, father, etc; there- diligently, devoting a great deal Professor Hodgkin lore, what goes on in Augusta has ol time to campaigning, and plans an effect on me as well as on to visit as many voters as possible As many of you may know. preparation of a final report to be Dr. Hodgkin is a native of everyone else. I'd like to do what I before the primary election on Doctor Douglas Hodgkin is run- completed within a year and then Lewiston - a fact of which he Ls June 13th - all of which he is 1 can to make that effect good." ning for political office. There are submitted to the voters in the fall very proud - who believes that the The question which comes im- enjoying immensely. interesting circumstances sur- of 1979. Dr. Hodgkin does not feel system of checks and balances mediately to mind is why a When asked how responsive rounding his candidacy, however, that such a responsibility would has been carried too far in full-time professor would run for people have been to his since the office for which he is a interfere with his duties as a Lewiston, as elsewhere. He such a time-consuming position. candidacy. Mr. Simon replied candidate docs not exist. He is professor. Rather, he believes thinks that fragmentation of According to Mr. Simon, this was that response has been quite running for a position on the that the practical experience government is running rampant, also his concern at first; however, positive. Several Bates students Lewiston City Charter Commis- would enhance his effectiveness creating inefficiency and duplicity after discussing his candidacy are helping with the campaign; sion, a commission that the voters in the teaching of local politics. of effort. The professor's views of with the Dean of the Faculty, his one student is doing an internship of Lewiston will decide whether or He has found that "...in the last the future work of the commission colleagues, students, and others, with the campaign for Dr. not to create when they vote on ten years. 1 have been able to are that the offices of the Mayor he came to the conclusion that the Hodgkin's Political Science S31, June 13th. The city considered teach with more insight and and the City Council must be office would not interfere with his and; his colleagues generally lend holding two separate elections - understanding from actual ex- strengthened and given a dis- duties as a professor. The Legis- their support since being a one to vote on the establishment perience. Practical knowledge is cretionary hand in the affairs of lature is structured on a part-time political scientist, teaching of the Commission, and one to very useful in classroom work." the city. He has reservations con- basis and most members do hold political science, and actively decide upon its members. The The experience to which Dr. cerning the city manager form of other jobs as well. As for integrat- participating in politics are all so cost of administering two Hodgkin refers includes: Member government and favors, instead, ing his experiences in Govern- closely interrelated. Mr. Simon is elections, however, would be of the Lewiston Board of a Chief Administrator type in ment into his classroom. Mr. quick to add. however, that at exorbitant; therefore, the city Education for five years, during which the Chief Administrator is Simon told the Student that he least as many people who arc not decided to hold the elections which time he held the chairman- more responsive to the Mayor would hope the two would remain affiliated with Bates are helping simultaneously.- ship for one year; Staff for than to the City Council. relatively separate. He continued, with the campaign as arc those According to Dr. Hodgkin. majority leader of State Dr. Hodgkin. when asked why- saving that when he was in who arc connected with the under Home Rule procedures now Legislature for five months he is running for this office, Augusta he would hope to wear college. As for the financial in existence in Maine. a during a 1973 sabatical. and; stated: "1 am interested in being his "Representative hat" and aspect of campaigning for public municipality may choose to adopt former chairman of the Maine of service to the community, and when he was at Bates College he office. Mr. Simon is pleased. His a new charter or make amend- State Republican Committee. this is particularly an area in would wear his "Professor hat." contributions have come mainly ments to its old one without going Presently, his political offices which I am interested. 1 do. of He does, however, "...hope that from off-campus, small dona- through State Legislature chan- include: member of the Commis- course, have a certain expertise in by being active in government, lions, something which he con- nels. A commission may be sion on Governmental Ethics and this area from teaching a course Itself, ... .1 will have more siders in a very positive way. As established to review the present Election Practices; member of the in State and Local Politics." practical insights to contribute in he said..it is ". . .healthy that the charter, and to propose changes Governor's Task Force on The Student wishes Dr. class discussions." campaign has as broad a financial that it deems necessary. Being a Regional and District Organiza- Hodgkin the best of luck in his Mr. Simon has some definite base as it has. So far, the member of the commission is a tions; Chairman of the Lewiston political endeavors both present conceptions of what the State contributions have been adequate part-time, non-paying "job" in- City Republican Committee, as and future, including his wish to Legislature should be like, re- to get us to the point where we volving discussion meetings, well as: member of several local attend the Republican National peatedly referring to the concept arc now. However, we will need public hearings, and. eventually, civic organizations. Convention in 1980. of the citiz.cn/lcgislator. This more as we go into the final three concept is based upon the idea Continued tin Page 24 Jules Gagne Jules seems to be enthusiastic Jules Gagne, a freshman at about participating on the Bates College and a lewiston proposed Commission, and resident is running unopposed hopes that he can help alleviate in his ward for the City Charter some of Ix'wiston's problems. Commission. Jules claims that, Speaking of these problems, he . as a Political Science major, he said, "I think the biggest has a strong interest in politics, problem lewiston has is there and sees this office as Van are too many boards and opportunity to become actively committees. They can't really involved in the political evaluate overall policy." In this system." vein, he explained that "...the When asked whether he felt entire picture is never looked at. that the office would be a What we need in Lewiston hindrance to his studies because government is a structure with of the time factor involved, he the expertise to look at short- replied that the amount of time term and long-term needs." necessary tt> be spent on the Jules' message to fellow Bates Commission will depend totally students is that they should get upon the composition of the more involved in politics. He is Board. "If they are really concerned about the apathy on interested and really care about campus, saying that Bates carrying out the actions of the students "...don't see how Commission, then I will have to effective a force they can be in devote a great deal of time to it." Maine politics." THE BATES STUDENT. 5 Complicated Politics

A Bates College student was the beginning of the internship broadcast. Most volunteers don't dismissed recently from his work program he alerted the students care about those kind of things." for the Gartley for Congress to his role in the Republican (In fact, candidates must file compaign partly because Mark Party, and that he tries to keep periodic financial statements Gartley accused him of being a his roles as teacher and politican itemizing expenses.) "direct link to the Henderson "strictly separate." He added "He sulked for a half an camp." that he cautions the students that hour...l tried to talk to him," Clark William Yudysky was one of their responsibilities as Davala said. "It's a very unfor- fired by Gartley, a Democratic interns is to be careful about the tunate set of circumstances." candidate for U.S. Congress for information they might learn, and Reaction from the Henderson the Second District, on May 10 that they shouldn't reveal it to camp bears out Yudysky's claims. after serving as an intern on "fellow students, outsiders, or to According to John Diamond, Gartley's campaign for the last me. their teacher." Henderson's campaign manager, several weeks. "They have been quite careful Gartley called Diamond to tell Yudysky said that Gartley be- in that." Hodgkin said. "I have him of Hodgkin's alleged lieved he was planted in his not learned a single thing that I activities, but made no mention of campaign to feed information to would consider useful to the the accusations against Ms. the Jim Henderson campaign Republican Party as a result of Seropian or the Henderson cam- through Yudysky's girlfriend. the students participating in the paign at all. Siran Seropian, who is serving a Democratic Party primary "Gartley called to warn me that similar internship with Hen- campaign." there were a bunch of Bates derson. The students are required to students that he felt were spies George Davala. Gartley's cam- keep a journal of their activities for the Republican Party, who paign manager, said Yudysky was while interning, but Yudysky said were infiltrating the Democratic fired because of an "attitude he has not even started to write campaigns," Diamond said, "and problem" and a personality con- his journal, so Hodgkin would not that he had dismissed 'at least' flict between him and the intern. have been able to get any one of his people because of it. I "We didn't hit it off too, too information from it. The former just can't believe that there would well, and I thought it would intern added that his "attitude be anything that would be harm- probably be in the best interest of problem" was prompted by ful. Everything is open — we » Energy Ralley Brings the campaign to get rid of Clark." Davala's treatment of him when don't have any deep, dark Davala said. "At times he would he asked questions concerning secrets." make it awkward for me. and the campaign. Ms. Seropian said she "was not Barry Commoner To Bates literally on a day-to-day basis, he "1 was viewed suspiciously on aware of any problems with the would have something to day questions that I felt I had a right campaign" until after Gartley Author and energy expert CMP is saying it needs the about how Henderson was run- to know as part of my educational fired Yudysky. Barry Commoner came to Maine money for a new coal-burning ning his campaign. It was an odd process as an intern," Yudysky "Finances were never discus- recently to testify for Common plant at Sears Island on set of circumstances, with his said. "When I asked questions he sed between Clark and I," she Cause against the Central Maine Penobscot Bay and twin nuclear girlfriend working for Jim (Davala) hinted directly at me said. "And if there was anything I Power Company's proposed $25- generators at Richmond. Henderson. He was very, very being involved in the Henderson wanted to find out, there is a million increase in rates. Commoner, a 61-year-old open about what his girlfriend campaign." campaign report published He also gave a speech sponsor- Harvard Ph.D., is an eminent had been saying. It was a direct Yudysky said that when Davala monthly." ed by the Maine League of scientist who developed tech- line." made the implication, he went out Yudysky also defended Women Voters at "The Energy niques of identifying and control- Davala added that the Gartley of the headquarters and sat in the Hodgkin, saying that the teacher Rally" in Lewiston on Memorial ling cancer. He worked for the people suspected the students' car for a while. is "very honest and straight Day. Monday, May 29. adoption of the 1963 nuclear professor. Douglas Hodgkin, of Davala said that when Yudysky forward...there is no way he was Commoner, who wrote Tlie test-ban treaty and for recogni- planting his American govern- ased questions on the amount of planting us or using any informa- Poverty of Power and The Closing tion of the problems of pollution ment interns in Democratic cam- money being expended for tele- tion to further his interests." Circle, presented Common and overpopulation. paigns to feed information back to vision and radio campaigning, he John Cleveland, Henderson's Cause's case on Tuesday, May Director of the Center for the him for use by the Republican didn't think Yudysky should tri-county coordinator, echoed 30, at Public Utilities Commission Biology of Natural Systems at Party, although there are stu- know. Diamond's attitude of an "open hearings in Augusta which were Washington University in St. dents working for Republican "He asked me a few very campaign." being held to determine if CMP Louis, he is on the Board of candidates also. personal questions, that only a "We're just not running that gets its rate hike. Directors of the American Hodgkin is the Lewiston few top people in the campaign kind of campaign," Cleveland Commoner's Memorial Day Association for the Advancement Republican City Committee chair- know, like how much we spend on said in response to the spy system speech was at 7 p.m. in the of Science. man, and chairman of the Rules TV media and who does our accusation. "We have no concern Chapel at Bates College. His topic The Poverty of Power, his book Committee for the upcoming state production." Davala said. that Siran is participating in was "A New Energy Future." which first appeared in The New Republican Convention. Davala "That's not public knowledge, anything like this. We have full The Maine League of Women Yorker magazine, has been wide- noted that the Gartley people did and not the type of thing we Continued on Page 24 Voters sponsored Commoner as ly acclaimed as one of the most not know of Hodgkin's involve- part of its energy-education important books on energy policy ment with the Republican Party program. for the 1970's. until after Yudysky was dis- At the rally, held outside on the Commoner's speech at "The missed. WE WILL BE OPEN FOR college Quad, musicians David Energy Rally" was followed by a Hodgkin refuted the accusation Mallett. Chuck Kruger, and Pixie public reception in Chase Hall on by Gartley's people. GRADUATION LUNCHES Lauer sang songs about Maine the campus. His appearance at He said that when Gartley and its environment. Food and the college was being hosted by dismissed Yudysky the candidate ON JUNE 5th beverages were available. the New World Coalition. brought the intern to Hodgkin's Serving 11 am to 10 pm. We would suggest making Dr. Commoner, an eminent A $2 donation was requested office and listed Yudysky's at- reservations for the 5 - 6:30 and 8:30 to 10 pm setting. biologist turned conservationist for the rally. The proceeds will titude and supposed involvement crusader, is one of the nation's benefit the Ratepayers Defense with the Henderson campaign as ieading experts on energy use. Fund, the fund-raising coalition the reasons for firing the intern. At the PUC hearings he argued of Common Cause, the Maine Hodgkin accepted the reasons, that if CMP looked seriously at Citizens Committee for Utility but said that he felt Gartley was energy conservation and al- Rate Reform, the Natural Re- "A little, abrupt...cruel in not ternate-energy development, its sources Council of Maine, and the explaining to the student what the plans for growth to be financed by Maine Public Interest Research problem was." He said that the the rate increase will not be Group (PIRG). The first three interns were seen as a threat by necessary. Gartley. "I think it came to a head when 'Tun Time Is PI me the student was asking questions about the way the campaign was run." Hodgkin said. "In a later conversation, he PLAY-TI OUIPMENT CO. (Gartley) said he was concerned about the fact that I am an active 208 litbon Uwiston, Mains - 04240 Republican in a supervisory position with the interns, and concerned what I might be learn- MORRIS ING ing from the students...things to DON COOP help the Republican Party," PHIl SAVI T.I. (207) 783-8035 Hodgkin added. We welcome Bates Students to our new Garden Lounge The professor explained that at 6 THE BATES STUDENT HONORARY DEGREES 1978 consistent!) about blacks, ye) her McPhec has gained an increas criticism. work clearh has universal appeal. ingl\ large, admiring following, Frye attended Merton College, Miss Brooks was awarded the His most recent bock. "Coming Oxford, aiul received an M.A. in Pulit?er Prize in 1950 for her Into the Country." a memorable I'M!), .iher being graduated with second volume of verse, "Annie portrait of Alaska, was praised by highest honors in English. Fol- Allen." Named poet laureate of "Time" magazine as "a whollj lowing graduation he lectured in Illinois in 1969. she was elected to satisfying voyage of spirit and the English Department at Victor- the prestigious National Institute mind." A reviewer for "The New ia College, and. alter serving as of Arts and Letters in 197b and York Times" has described him chairman of that department from presented with the Shelley as "probably the most versatile 1952-1958. he was appointed Memorial Award by the Poetry journalist in America." principal of the college in 1959. Society of America. In addition, Born in Princeton. N.J.. where Retiring from that post in 1967. she has taught at several colleges he now lives with his wife and he became the first University Gwendolyn Brooks Ian Mettarg and lectured throughout the four children, he received his Professor of English at the Uni- Bates College will confer country and in Africa. B.A. from Princeton University in versity of Toronto, remaining also Born in Clydebank. Scotland. honorary degrees on six persons After graduating from Chicago's 1953. After a year of postgraduate professor of English at Victoria. McHarg studied art and archi- at the college's 112th commence- Englcwood High School in 1934. s • ' at Cambridge University, Recipient of numerous honors tecture in Glasgow prior to serv- ment Monday. June 5. Miss Brooks completed her he returned to Princeton where he and awards, among them the ing seven years in the British Ian McHarg, landscape architect formal education at Wilson Junior tl'*(-red and freelanced for a few Royal Society's Lome Pierce army as a paratrooper. He re- - and environmentalist, and North- College, where she majored in yea s. Medal for distinguished service to ceived his B.A. and master's rop Frye, Canadian scholar and English literature. In the late From 1957-1964 McPhcc worked Canadian literature. Frye has degrees in landscape architecture literary critic, will receive doctor 1930's Miss Brooks joined the at "Time" magazine, and since lectured and taught at many and city planning at Harvard of humane letters degrees. NAACP youth council, where she 1965 he has been on the staff of colleges in the U.S. and abroad. University. Gwendolyn Brooks. Pulitizer became its publicity director. "The New Yorker." Author of 13 McHarg is the author of "Design Prize-winning poet, and John When Harper & Brothers books. McPhec has been nomina- IAN McflARG With Nature" (1969) and is the McPhcc. author and writer for published her first volume of ted twice for the National Book Ian McHarg founded the recipient of numerous awards. He The New Yorker, will be awarded verse in 1945. "A Street in Award. ■, Department of Landscape Archi- is a fellow of the American doctor of letters degrees. Bronzcvillc." it attracted cjnsid- tecture and Regional Planning at Society of Landscape Architects. Madeleine Richard . .".n, crable attention from literary NORTHROP FRYE the University of Pennsylvania first woman president •' ■'■•• critics for its authenticity, pas- A Canadian scholar and teacher. School of Fine Arts in 1954 when JACQUES d'AMBOlSE ■ Maine Municiapl Association. sion, and freshness. Since then Northrop Frye has won an inter- he came to this country from his Jacques d'Amboise. as premier will be presented with the doctor she has written 13 volumes of national reputation as an out- native Scotland. He uses an inter- danscur of the New York City of laws degree. poetry, one novel, an autobio- standing literary critic. disciplinary perspective in his Ballet, has achieved critical Jacques d'Amboise. member of graphy, and edited several books A prodigious writer. Frye has course. "Man and the Environ- acclaim as a dancer, choreo- the New York City Ballet and •if poetry. contributed essays and chapters ment." which he teaches to a grapher, now teacher. Under the choreographer, will receive the to more than 40 books, written coming generation of planners. guidance of chorcgrapher George doctor of fine arts degree. JOHN McPHEE articles and reviews in more than As a partner in Wallace. Balanchinc. who recognized his John McPhec is known for his 100 scholarly journals, and edited McHarg. Roberts and Todd since potential. d'Amboise became .a GWENDOLYN BROOKS descriptive prose and diversity of 12 books. In addition, he has 1956. McHarg's forceful influ- member of the corps de ballet One of America's foremost subjects. From a canoe trip into taken an active part in the ence is felt in the projects under- and. in 1952. performed his first poets. Pulitzer Prize-winner Maine's wilderness to basketball, development of a Canadian tradi- taken by the Philadelphia firm leading role as Tristram in "Pic- Gwendolyn Brooks has written oranges, and test pilots, writer tion of public as well as academic from New Jersey to Iran. Continued <>n Pane 24

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Graduation - A Long Established Bates Tradition

A college with regard for library or classrooms. degree. At the conclusion of tion; Green - medicine; and presented by the late Leverett H. academic tradition opens its year An early document dated 1321 degree presentation, the class in Scarlet - theology. Many colors Cuttcn. '04. "with an assembly of scholars and notes the requirement that all unison will shift the tassel to the are symbolic, i.e. white is the The mace - an ancient weapon - students in convocation. At the "Doctors, Licentiates, and Bach- left side. ' purity of the liberal arts; yellow is the symbol of authority. The end of that year, the graduation of elors" of the University of The master's gown, also black, for the golden wealth of know- Bates Mace is of sterling silver students from one academic Coimbra wear gowns, and other has either long sleeves, square ledge from research; scarlet for plated with gold. It is three-and- status to the next higher is statutes of English colleges in the and closed at the bottom with arm the burning zeal of the clergy- one-half feet long from the golden likewise marked by ceremony. It late 14th century required long slits near the elbows, or oblong man; and green for the medicinal sphere at the bottom to the is then that freshmen become gowns as part of the established sleeves open at the wrist. herbs of the physician. brilliant garnet tipped orb. The sophomores; sophomores.juniors; academic garb. The doctor's gown has round oak leaves and acorn on the lower juniors, seniors; and seniors, A considerable variation in open sleeves, is facet, with velvet The Procession end symbolize strength. On the holders of the baccalaureate dress evolved through the cent- and has three velvet bars on the staff above are engraved the degree. uries as educational institutions sleeves either in black or in the Leading the Bates procession is names of the Bates Presidents. At Bates College such cere- sought identification of their color of the hood's border. The the Mace Bearer carrying the On the "knop" raised letters monies are conducted with the scholars. These traditions are still doctor commonly wears a gold ceremonial symbol of the auth- spell out the major fields of liberal pageantry characteristic of their cherished by several European tassel. ority of the College. He is arts knowledge - "Fine Arts. medieval sources. The mace, an and American institutions thr- In vivid contrast to the black followed by the President, wear- Natural Sciences. Social Sciences. ancient symbol of power and ough their distinctive and colorful gowns arc the hoods, symbols of ing the Collar of his post. Then Humanities." The sphere above authority, is borne by the senior gowns. the degree-granting institutions march the platform party, the the knop is woven from thirty-six faculty member leading the acad- and of the areas of study leading Faculty Marshall, the Trustees, silver, strips representing the emic procession. The Gown, Cap, and Hood to the degree. The Bates hood is the faculty, the Junior and Senior states of the Union when Bates Dress worn in the formal black, lined with Garnet - the Marshals, and the graduating was founded. procession had its origin in med- The bachelor's gown is always Bates color - and trimmed with class. On the head are four shields, ieval Europe. The long black worn closed in front. It has long, the distinctive color of the dis- with the seals of Bates, the City of gown identified the scholar, es- pointed sleeves, is always black, cipline. The Mace Lcwiston. the State of Maine, and tablishing his respected position and may be worn with a hood Colors frequently seen at Bates the United States. On the cover of in the community. It also had the after graduation. Bates tradition commencements arc: White - The Bates Ceremonial Mace the head is the Bobcat, College practical application of protecting calls for the mortarboard to be arts, letters, humanities; Golden occupies a place of prominence in mascot and the symbol of physical the wearer from the damp chill of worn level on the head, with the yellow - science; Brown - fine every formal academic function. education. The mace is topped by the unheaded stone buildings as tassel centered on the right front arts; Purple - law; Dark blue - It is the gift to the College by the a large Garnet in a setting of pine he worked in the university prior to the awarding of the philosophy; Light blue - educa- Class of 1904. and was made and Continued on Page 7 THE BATES STUDENT. 7

AC ROSS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 ii 13 14 15 16 17 1 Musician 39 British beer measure 70 Put up a stake ' 8 Goulash 40 Conquer 71 Stick out jauntily IK „ r 12 Summary 41 Illustrious 72 Come together r° 21 123 18 Superintend 44 Foreshadow 76 Fish 19 Region 45 Unhearing 77 Deep mud 5 " 24 26 27 , 20 Lacking tone 46 Shah's land 78 Signorina's "moneta" I" 1 21 Shine brightly 47 Kentucky pioneer 79 Historical period 29 ■ ■ po <1 22 Pamper 49 Behind the house 80 Calaboose: SI. 1 24 Turkish flag 53 Venial or mortal 81 French river " 25 Salver 54 Acted as a hero 82 Special residue 34 35 Wi' 27 Penetrating 56 Rome's --- Veneto 83 Narrow wood strip 28 Crash into 57 Powerful punch 84 Notch 38 1■ ■ 29 College in Iowa 59 Kind of race 87 Superlative: Gr. ' 41 42 43 ■44 ■4S 30 "Leading man" 60 Julep ingredient 90 Wall bracket 32 Burden 61 Water pitcher 91 Unyielding 33 Challenge 62 Actuality 92 Talk 46 48 49 50 51 52 34 Became tangled 63 Push gently 93 Succulent * 36 Acid 64 Rankle 94 Site of marriage feast: 53 55 56 37 Rabbit: Fr. 67 Country boy Bib. __ —~~ J 57 p ■ 38 Feat 68 Chesterfield 95 In a hackneyed way ■ . SI DOWN 61 P P 63 Shade of blue 1 Roman poet 33 Foolish: SI. 64 65 66 ■69 2 Arthurian island 35 Paradise 64 Mussolini, for one P I 65 Heighten 3 Take out of hock 36 Deflect 70 ■71 72■ 73 74 75 4 Stiffly decorous 37 In need of caulking 66 Depend . 5 Isaiah: Abbr. 39 Body of still water 67 Unorthodox 76 77 79 6 Adjust 40 Rot 68 Notion F 41 Heavy drinker: Colloq. 69 United I 7 Grew "choppers" HO p P 83 8 Philippine island 42 "Di Quella Pira" 71 Galileo's birthplace 1 9 City in New York 43 Numerous 72 Heart: Pharm. 1(4 85 86 V 88 H'l 44 African war 73 Undergo again J 10 Lamprey 74 Perplex; confound 11 Kind of strike 45 Art movement 90 '1 n 12 Made haste 47 Doughy fellow 75 Lunchroom 1 13 Harrow's rival 48 Finis 77 Bishop's headdress 93 94 J5 49 Shot of whiskey: SI. 78 Biblical food 14 Turf 1 15 Take off the cover 50 Eager 81 Formerly 1 1 82 Behave abstractedly TEST PAPER1 16 Febrile disease 51 It goes with "I do" I Answers on Pane 23) 17 Factor 52 Appointment 83 Immediately: Pharm. For your diploma - by Lisette D'Orsay 23 "Anno" in Palermo 54 Felled timber 85 Goal 26 Incarnadine 55 Common euphemism 86 David's officer: 30 Secondhand 58 Apportioned Bib. fraternity's constitution, "Only seem to be even, and (d) con- 31 Ursula Andress movie 60 Trumpet silencer 88 Malay gibbon those persons shall be elected to sideration should be given to 32 Solitary 62 Pyromaniac's delight 89 Mohammed's son-in-law membership whose qualifications intellectual drive, as evidenced by have been carefully investigated. such factors as the difficulty of With a veiw to maintaining the courses chosen, or overcoming historic character of Phi Beta special difficulties such as those PHI BETA CAPPA Kappa, members of the faculty on associated with being physically the Nominating Committee shall handicapped or speaking English Recently, a group of select The twenty-nine students Snow. Debra Sorlin. David be chosen predominantly from as a second language. seniors received one of the elected last week include: Sharon Stanton. Ichiro Takayama, Jean teachers of liberal subjects." The honor of being elected to highest academic honors that may Barrett. Ann Clark. Craig Decker. Mctzgcr. Jacqueline Miller. Carol When judging candidates, the such a prestigious society is be bestowed upon Bates College Paul DeLouis. Howard Fleishon. Mu I ford. Lyman Munson. Chapter may take into considera- almost unparalleled in its aca- siudcnts. These, twenty-nine Sieven Gellcn, Kim Goslant. Kenneth Paille. Kimberly West. tion the results of such methods demic significance at Bates Col- members of the class of 1978 were Daniel Hanscn. Jonathan Harris. Karen Wood. John Riccio. and as honors work and comprehen- Ige. The Student offers con- invited to be inducted into the Annelisa Johnson. Lynne Pat- Peter Moore. sive examinations and also the gratulations to those members of Bates College chapter of Phi Beta node. Valeric Paul. Douglas The Bates chapter of Phi Beta opinions of teachers and ad- the class of 1978 both for their Kuppa. Payne. Donabeth Pollock. Lyle Kappa is known as the Gamma of ministrative officers concerning present honor and past perser- Phi Betta Kappa is the oldest Shlager. James Simon. Peter Maine. According to the the character, capacity, scholarly Greek letter fraternity in the achievements, and breadth of United States and. along with the Graduation CM**** from /■<,*<> 7 interest of each student under country itself, is now in its reverse is the owl of wisdom, and consideration. two-hundred and first year. cones and tassels - emblems of al the top of the pendant is a Recent graduates who. by con- Election to Phi Beta Kappa is the Pine Tree State and above the radiant star centered with a tributions in the fields of the generally recognized as the jewel is a tiny pine cone symbol- garnet. humane sciences and letters, or highest academic honor which izing immortality. The chain is of eleven links of by works of pure literature, have can be bestowed upon an under- pine cones and tassels centering a since graduation given clear graduate student. Students are The President's Collar "B". alternating with ten books evidence of the possession of elected to membership in the representing mathematics, nat- distinguished scholarly capa- fraternity on the basis of out- Symbol of the authority vested ural science, social science, phil- cities, are also eligible to mem- standing academic performance in the President by the Board of osophy, physical education, lit- bership. not only within their major field Trustees is the Ceremonial Collar erature, religion, fine arts, music The Chapter's constitution also but also within the spirit of a worn by President Thomas and the biological sciences. includes criteria for selecting broad liberal arts education. Two Hcdlcy Reynolds. One final tradition to which undergraduate members: (a) the • ArtSippiti elections arc held each year: one Also the creation of Mr.Cutten. Bales College adheres is that of student's grades in courses shall in the fall to recognize students the collar is of sterling silver and having a seal, or - more properly - be the main basis for selection; no • CnftS*pfcs who have demonstrated outstand- gold. The pendant is a Bates seal a coat of arms. In heraldic terms it student with both averages (with ing achievement on the basis of supported by Maine pine cones may be described as: A shield, and without freshman grades) three years in residence at Bates and tassels. Four garnets surr- per pale; the sinister half, per below 3.200 will be elected, (b) all College. Each spring another ounded by ivy leaves further less. On the dexter side, a pine candidates successfully complet- election is held to recognize other represent the College, while oak tree wilh a stag at the foot of it. ing Departmental Honors Work outstanding graduating students. leaves and acorns indicate streng- lodged. On the sinister chief an will have specified values added art circle This year. the following th. Here loo is the Slate motto open book; and on the sinister to their q.p.r., (c) consideration 128 lisbon street students*"were elected in the fall: "Dirigo", the star from the State base, a sheaf of grain. Sur- shall also be given to achievement iewiston.maine 0424 Charles Belsky. Susan Hcald. seal, and the boss from a Greek mounted by a crest, a lighted in intellectual activites for which Mary Ellen Kelley. Martha shield centered wilh a drachma lamp. And the motto: A more ac grades are not giyen. particularly 207 783 7722 McGann. Daniel Modes, and bearing the likeness of Athena, Studio. "Through zeal and when the other qualifications of : Albert Profv. (ioddess of Wisdom. On the study." the candidates under comparison

YES, W£'R£ OCTTIHO TOVJA^P*, xvte eNO OF AUirrweR ACAU£rW Yeflft; AMO IT'J Ti*vC foK YOU TO fiu. our t«e^ /OUR* evai.- UftTlON FOPAVS. T«e AWMNtfTRATlOM CtfEcM THesf TO WAikf JUM we WELL, pporejjoRs ARC IMPRRMHG OUR we're getting >T«tP£NTJ WITH OUP- WUDoiA (JO i SHOULD towards the V» J0M?TrtlM<* PRQfOUHD end of the Kl&vvr NOW-,-Vs academic veaT. . . 8 THE BATES STUDENT ARTS ARTS ARTS The director. Barbara J. have a great deal of fun playing operetta was chosen in February from the cast, but no one was according to the director. "It Birktmeier. (Bobbi) stands up with Victorian class conscious- by Jean Seitzer. Notices were put turned away. As she puts it. "If helped me because they take you front while the cast remains ness, the government, and the up in Chase Hall announcing that people were willing to put in the at your word. They figure that you seated. She tells them that they general foibles of people. it was to be done during Short time. I was willing to work with know more than they do. so it cuts should not be nervous, to keep The Student interviewed Term if enough people were them." Seventy-five to 80 percent down on the friction." going no matter what happens, At the first meeting of the that it's going to be great, and. entire cast, a copy of the score most importantly, that they was handed to everyone and should have fun. The cast then Bobbi announced that they would gathers on the stage, arm in arm. run through the whole thing from and everyone joins in a "SHOW" beginning to end just to get a cheer. They then take their places feeling for it. She relates that this offstage and Bobbi slowly walks was "...the best role I ever to the rear of the Chapel to open played, trying to convince every- the doors. It's opening night and one that I knew what I was she is not sure what to expect. doing." One thing she does not expect is Right from the beginning, many people, but when she opens the key to the show's success was the doors to let people in. she organization. Bobbi knew her Finds them lined up out to the limitations as well as her abilities: street. Professors, families, stu- therefore, musical direction was dents, children, a diverse aud- done primarily by Ian Home and ience has come to see H.M.S. Mrs. Scott; and Jean Wilson and Pinafore. A crowd of approxi- Li/ette Panct-Raymond were mately 400 people seat them- called in to choreograph some of selves; the house lights are the major dance numbers. For the dimmed. The accompanists enter first week. Bobbi worked with walking down the center aisle to dialogue in one room while in the piano, and the show begins - another room Ian worked with the exactly 100 years after it orig- music. inally began. When rehearsals moved to H.M.S. Pinafore was first the Chapel, several things had to performed at the Opera Comique be taken into consideration. For in London on May 25. 1878. It example, the stage space in the received good reviews, but never- back is "dead space." a "sound theless, led a precarious exist- trap." Because of this, sound tence for the first few months. By problems kept popping up in the the end of the summer, however, staging of the play, and problems it had caught on solidly and went arose with people being blocked on to become one of Gilbert and from view. The Chapel did have Sullivan's most popular operet- its advantages, however. Accord- tas. It became so popular, in fact, ing to Ms. Berkemeicr. "The that there were many pirated wooden floor, beams, and wooden versions in America. Children's tones made it "shippy." The Pinafore companies, and Pinafore pulpit was there to be used to characters were used in advertis- great advantage. The center aisle ing to sell all sorts of products. It was effective for entrances; and was a similar success in America, the balcony was a definite plus. where the first authorized ver- At first. I was concerned about sion, produced under the person- the time factor (people getting al supervision of Gilbert and dow n From the balcony in time for Sullivan, was put on at Fifth entrances), and voice projection, Avenue Theater in New York on but they handled it well." Anoth- December 1. 1879. Its popularity er advantage to the balcony was has remained almost unabated in that the chorus could be in light the hundred years since then. when they began singing. It The story, set to Sullivan's worked quite effectively, for delightful music, concerns a Cap- every head turned in amazement tain Corcoran (Bob Behringer) of as the chorus' voices began the H.M.S. Pinafore and his floating down from the balcony. daughter Josephine (Kate Technically, the Music De- Megargle) who loves and is loved partment had a little money, but by Able Seaman Ralph Rackstraw Pinafore had no budget. Finally, ' (Brian Fitzgerald). However, she when in the second week of Short is also being courted by the First Term the character of Ralph Lord of the Admiralty, Sir Joseph Rackstraw was cast as Brian Porter, K.C.B. (Geoffrey Law). In Bobbi Birkemeier in order to interested, and Mrs. Scott, Jean of those finally participating in Fitzgerald. Bobbi learned of the the process of resolving this discover the Bates history of Seitzer, and Bobbi cast it shortly the show had never had any Short Term Activities Committee. situation - eventually resolved by H.M.S. Pinafore. Bobbi quickly after February vacation. Bobbi extensive experience in the thea- Application was made to the Buttercup's (Jacki Johnson) rev- explained that it wasn't her immediately made it known that ter. This was not detrimental to Committee, and a $350 budget elation - Gilbert and the audience decision to do Pinafore, for the she would require a lot of time the production, however. In fact. Continued »tj Page to Bobcats On A Hot Tin Roof It might have been fifty some interesting combinations. Now." a piece she also chore- Diane Georgcson. a whimsical number that evoked degrees on the library arcade Ann Loewenthal's "Splashes of ographed. Next came one of the "The Rites of Spring." chore- memories of a visit to the circus Wednesday evening, but "Bob- Style" opened the show with a show's most intricate and ographed by Steve Markesich. and featured some good character cats on a Hot Tin Roof was the medley of traditional and modern elaborate dances. "The Forest." showed some strong dancing in acting as well as dancing. theme for the modern dance show motifs set to music by George It was choreographed by Diane an impressionistic mode, as did The members of the modern and the dancers didn't seem to Benson. "Trio." a dance for five Georgcson and danced by most of Wayne Gardiner's "Seasons." an troupe are too numerous to praise feel the cold. Under the direction people choreographed by Oliver the company. interpretive dance on the individually, but the company's of Marcy Plavin, the troupe of Crighton. featured some unusual Kirstcn Vea's "The Attic Five" rhythmic cycles of the changing dancing on the whole was of the sixteen dancers performed eleven abstract moves. Following it was and Lynda Plavin's "Sneaky earth. They were followed by highest quality. Although the original numbers choreographed Kathy Leonard's nostaligic Operation" added some touches "Swamp." a piece by Betty company will be losing accom- by members of the company as "Memories," a romantic number of comic relief to the show. "Attic Kalperis in which the dancers' plished senior dancers Diane part of their short term course. set to a mellow Dan Fogelberg Five" featured some nice tap- serpentine movements brought to Bonardi. Kirstcn Vea and Carolyn The dances were innovative tune. dancing by Lizette Panet- mind the slimy creatures of that Genetti. "Bobcats on a Hot Tin and uniquely individual as the Lynda Plavin. a skillful dancer Raymond. while "Operation" in- environment. Roof" made it clear that plenty of student choreographers put to- on loan from Connecticut College, cluded some skillful mime by The show closed with Diane talent remains for shows in the gether movement and music in performed solo in "Don't Look "Doctors" Wavne Gardiner and Bonardi's "Under the Big Top." future. THE BATES STUDENT. 9 ARTS ARTS ARTS Loonin Play Debuts On May 30th and .list, the when digested together, exhaust plored in terms of the American "Theater Production Work- the possibilities of various consciousness. shop" class presented "Exhaust- American dreams and night- I,arry Loonin, the play's ing the Possibilities," a play mares, hopes and realities. One author, was originally skeptical written and directed by l.arry sees the Marx Brothers joking about trying to prepare a full- Loonin. lie has been writing the their way through life, Patty length, meaningful play in two play for the past seven years and Hearst facing the nightmare of or three weeks, but he saw a it had never been done on stage reality, and Armstrong landing great deal of talent in the Short before. on the moon only to find the Term class and was willing to The play deals with America's "assassinated" Black leader give them a chance at doing the fascination with assassinations George Jackson already there. play. It has, according to Mr. and their implication on our Most of the play relates some Loonin, "..been a difficult play lives. It also deals with the idea of the concerns that people had to do with young people. They're of revolutions, making it a in the tumultuous decade of the a few years too young to really somewhat politically-oriented sixties. Communes, radicalism, understand it." Considering the Stage currently being used in Schaffer Theater, as seen from play. Overall, one may find it the Red Scare, outer space ex- length of the play, with only ten the back. Seating is on the rear on the regular stage. comical, but it has its serious, ploration, the breakdown of the or eleven rehearsals in which to have attempted to do this spending ten to fifteen hours thought-provoking moments American family, and the prepare it, the cast must be particular play if it had been each day working on some also. The play is divided into increasing openness and free congratulated. Mr. Loonin during the regular semester; aspect of the play. Many of the forty separate scenes which, discussion of sex are all ex- explained that they never would however, being Short Term, students involved in the play "...people can devote all of thier could be found spending hours time and energy to it." 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/ Get the feeling of Bates College i \ i GET \ Larry Loonin J THE \ Treat Gallery Exhibition ! Selections from the Marsdcn and Ryder, and praised by his Maine heritage, and the STUDENT Hartley Memorial Collection will Gertrude Stein, Paris-based subject of his writing often was be on display at Bates College patroness to the "Lost Maine. In a book entitled Treat Gallery from now until June Generation." "Androscoggin." his poems in- 30. An art theoretician. Hartley clude "Islands in Penobscot An opening reception was held believed that great art should be Bay," "Kennebec," "The Bend from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, May 14, guided by intellect, not emotions. of the Androscoggin." and and the public was invited to Yet. his deep feeling for nature. "Lewiston is a Pleasant Place." attend. The public was also Maine's in particular, is clearly Born in Lewiston in 1877 of invited to an informal reading of immigrant parents. young Hartley's poetry in the gallery. Hartley moved to Cleveland at An internationally acclaimed age 15. After studying there and artist. Hartley was born and in New York, he returned in 1900 raised in Lewiston. Late in life he to his home town, where he returned to Maine, where he opened a studio at 171 Lisbon St.. worked until his death in 1943. Later, he joined other artists in The exhibit includes 94 draw- the town of Center Lovell. ings by the artist, the largest In 1909 Hartley enjoyed a known collection of Hartley draw- successful one-man show in New ings anywhere. It also includes York City and spent 1912-1915 in two small oils and a third at- Paris and Berlin. During WW I he tributed to him which, together, came back to the U.S. but CLIP AND MAIL WITH PAYMENT TO: span his career (1910-1943) and afterwards returned to Europe, THE BATES STUDENT reveal his artistic progression. where he spent most of the P. O. Box 309 Also on display are many photo- 1920's. World economic con- Bates College, Lewiston, Maine graphs and mementos from the ditions forced him to return home artist's estate. in 1929. but his urge to travel took Name Hartley was considered a him again to various foreign Address pioneer.' even by many of his evident in many sea and land- countries during the next few critics, and through his work scapes. From his home in Corea, years. Finally, in 1937 Hartley Town much of the modern artistic where he settled in 1938. he returned for good to Maine, State Zip. movement in America can be studied the ever-changing sea. where "I...have its interests at viewed. Hartley worked in im- and among his greatest works are (my) heart always..." Please make checks payable to THE BATES STUDENT pressionism, proto-impression- the Mt. Katahdin paintings. Treat Gallery is open from THANK YOU ism. fauvism. cubism, mannerism An accomplished word-painter. 1-4:30 p.m.. 7-8 p.m. weekdays and realism. He was influenced Hartley was a poet as well as an and 2-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission □ FULL YEAR ( 24 Issues) - $10.00 bv Cezanne. Picasso. Kandinskv artist. He was Fiercely proud of is free. □ HALF YEAR (12 Issues) - $5.00 ."••

10 THE BATES STUDENT ARTS ARTS ARTS Student Directed Plays

On Friday and Saturday nights. James Cain, portraying Stu. friends, who are fishing, can be May I9th and 20th. two one-act did an outstanding job with an seen as searching for the meaning plays were performed at Shaeffer overabundance of difficult of life: this meaning lying beyond Theatre by the Theatre Depart- material. His spoutings, and their dark glasses and business ment. Both plays, Chicago, by rhymings, and philosophical suits. Sam Shepherd, and Th Lesson. reveries were at times humorous The second play. The Lesson. by Eugene lonesco, were acted on and at times sad. buy they were involves more of a defined theme the front half of the stage (the always enlightening. Joy. his than Chicago does. Director Joe curtain area having been blocked girlfriend. was convincingly I'hancuf staled this theme as off by a backdrop), while the portrayed by Janet Crist: and her being the gradual killing of a audience sat on risers towards the friends. Myra. Jim, Sally, and student's desire to learn by back. This arrangement seemed Joe, were performed respectively didactic teaching methods. Light to further the audience's involve- by Michele Livermore. Mark versus dark imagery as well as ment with the actors. Baer. Ellen Rogers, and Peter thai of heighl versus depth were In all aspects, both plays lived Moore. A cop. Matthew Rodman, effectively incorporated into the up to their playbill claims as appearing al the beginning and at set. For instance, the impression- being absurd. Chicago, the first the end of the skit, served as a able Student, acted by Barbara performance, was directed by frame for the play. Tapping on a •Jill Dort. was attired in a white Lisa DiFranza. In a discussion wall with his billy club, he dress that looked like something with the audience following the represents the law. this law being 'Mil of Alice in Wonderland, while play. Lisa said that she chose to in direct antithesis to Stu's lack of the evil professor. Steve Barren, direct this piece because it focus- inhibition. On the other hand, the and his accomplice, the maid. Directors Joe Phaneof and Lisa DiFranza es on language, and the words spoken by the actors create vivid Janice Camp, were dressed in professor chases his pupil up to images. Although this skit is a black. The entire set was in black the top of the platform and. by trifle difficult to understand at and white, the pupil gravitating means of an imaginary knife, first viewing, owing to its more towards the lighter spaces, symbolically kills her. Both he absurdity, the set was effective, the professor and maid more and the maid carry the young girl and all the actors performed towards the darker. Both the offstage, recalling that this is not admirably. professor and the pupil scramble the first time that this type of The situation portrayed is this: up and down high and low murder has occurred. Indeed, the a guy. Stu, is sitting in a bathtub platforms as points arc made and pupil has had thirty-nine pre- lamenting the coming departure unmade. At first it appears that decessors! At the very end of (he of his girlfriend, Joy. The girl- the knowledgeable teacher will piece, the doorbell rings, and who friend's friends gather to bid her sexually seduce his student. But should be calling but the same farewell, then sit down on the gradually, this seduction is seen pupil. Herein lies the absurdity. floor next to the guy in the to be one of the mind, although Certainly The Lesson, as well bathtub and fish. Finally, Stu the pupil manifests the as Chicago, were skillfully direct- jumps out of the bathtub and professor's possession of her ed, well-acted, and well-staged. interests his friends in the simple mind by way of physical ailments Both performances were worth act of brr.il linn.: (i.e. a toothache). Finally, the seeini^^O^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Janet Crist and James Cain Continued from Pane X Of the people who helped out with was established for the show. music and dancing, she says, Steve Barrett. Barbara Jil Bobbi went on to explain that "They were terrific! They were a Dort. and Janice Camp. Tom Geough donated a great deal big help, took many worries off of his time and "helped tremend- my shoulders." When asked ously with lighting." about herself as director, she This being her first real replied, "I couldn't sit still. I Loonin directing job, there were certain couldn't eat. 1 couldn't sleep Continued from Pane 9 types of things that Bobbi ex- before opening night...but I think parts in an attempt to make pected, certain problems en- it's more fun being on the other them appear authentic. countered, and several surprises. side. It was better than being on Much of the play, its ideas and She found that "...the kinds of" stage because I could feel the actions, is autobiographical. Mr. things I've done in the Theater reactions of the audience, sense Loonin is a product of the Department have given me cer- the energy. That was great'" sixties, a free-thinker, a believer tain directorial skills that really in the revolution. The 1950's helped a lot." She found, how- song which is heard at the very ever, that it was "...very different beginning of the play is a being on the other side (directing recording which was made in rather than acting). I think I've IMWWWW^ 1958 by "The Tokens" (with taken the director for granted in whom Larry Lion in sang base) the past. As an actress, you see and Neil Sedaka. Mr. Loonin's the whole production as a director years in New York theater and does. The director has all of the fa theater life are evident in the problems and responsibilities SING'S style and several scenes of the under his head." Not knowing play. In these specific ways as many of the people with whom well as in more theoretical, idea- she was working, nor their cap- related ways, much of abilities, Bobbi waited for individ- The Chow Family Wishs to "Exhausting the Possibilities" uals to react, then "...jumped in Congratulate Graduating evolved directly from Mr. and molded those individual reac- Bates Seniors IxMinin's real life experiences. tions." She strove, as a director, and Welcomes Them To All in all, the play is most for sincerity. Much of the show A GRADUATION DINNER interesting, for even at its comic could easily have been played moments one is forced to think melodramatically; however, that of Americans and their beliefs. was avoided as much as possible. One is constantly being Bobbi's main wish was, "I Featuring The Finest In Polynesian And reminded that he must "exhaust wanted it to have some merit, for Cantonese Cooking the possibilities" in his own life people to come out loving it, able 1675 LISBON ST. rather than merely accept to take it with them." CALL FOR RESERVATIONS 784-2919 whatever comes along. One Bobbi praised the members must not become narrow- of the cast, saying, "They kept minded and near-sighted, but be going very well. They didn't wait a Polynesian mug is a souvenier willing to look for the for every check exceeding $25.00 for applause or reactions where implications of events; Exhaust they got them the night before. MMMMAAMWVWWWVWMWVM> the Possibilities. They handled themselves well." Bobbi Birkemier THE BATES STUDENT 1 Prof. Kingsbury To Retire Professor Robert F. Kingsbury. that it would probably be easier to a Physics teacher at Bates College start the transition now. Another tor the past fourteen years, is reason cited for retirement was. retiring at the end of the I977- "I thought that it would be better I978 school year. Professor for me to make a quick break, Kingsbury originally taught at knowing that I was retiring Bates for two quarters back in anyway." 144-4 when several hundred Navy Professor Kingsbury went on to personnel were studying here; discuss the Physics Department, how ever, he then left to teach at in particular, saying that when he several schools until 1950 at arrived at Bates there was a good which time he began teaching at department, and that he has Trinity College where he remain- spent the last fourteen years ed for the next fourteen years. trying to maintain that quality. When Professor Kingsbury left He believes that he has built a Trinity, he came to Bates, re- good department - one which maining as a Professor until his provided for experimentation and Astronomy course; however, everything again to prepare foi When asked about his views oi retirement. special study as well as since Mr. Reese is no longer at the next exam or paper." This the General Education move When asked why he decided to "traditional" physics. The pro- Bates (an action to which method of learning disturbs ment. it was evident that retire at this time. Professor fessor seems to be quite proud of Professor Kingsbury referred by Professor Kingsbury. since he is a subject of immense concern ha Kingsbury replied. "I just felt l the departments faculty. Provid- saying. "I was very disappointed firm believer that learning should been approached. Professo was ready. I am sixty-six, or will ing a little information about how when Professor Reese was not be a leisurely process. Kingsbury's first remark abou be at the end of the year. I've the faculty work in the depart- retained."). the Revolutions The professor does not place the subject was. "I'm not im been teaching for forty-four ment, he mentioned that the course is rotated with ' an the blame entirely upon the pressed. The present divisio; years. I knew I was going to retire professors in the Physics Depart- Introductory course. The purpose students. He explained that requirements are as close a next year anyway." If Ron Reese ment are generalists. They each behind this type of rotation of "There's one thing that's been you'd want to come." He believe had remained at Bates, he plan- teach a different course on a courses among the faculty is to bothering me for years. The that students should be abic t ned to take a sabattical next year. rotating schedule of about every "...help them to keep teaching school year is tending to get design their own curricula with If that situation had existed. three years. He explained that the themselves and keep up with it." shorter and shorter and shorter." out required courses, for whei Professor Kingsbury "...would Revolutions course, designed by He mentioned that the specialized This eroding of the school year by certain courses are mandated the faculty does not allow for a "...the College is using its judge have stayed on to fill that gap." John Pribram for non-majors, courses are not subject to this t However, with the transition used to be taught on an alternat- rotation, but that all of the main leisurely learning process. To ment as to what the student need taking place this year, he decided ing schedule with Ron Reese's sequence courses arc. explain his position. Professor rather than letting the studen As for the relationship Kingsbury related how the learn- decide what he needs." As Professor Kingsbury has with his ing process worked when he went more suitable alternative. Pro students, one might say that it is to college. "We had a two week lessor Kingsbury would recom Admissions News ideal. As he expressed it. "We exam period and the exams were mend a better advisory system try to maintain a close relation- three-hour exams'. You could however, it would be difficult t< As the class of 1982 prepares to 9. What changes in Admissions ship with the students. Of course, review for a couple of days for find enough professors wh come to Bates, a bit of pertinent personnel will there be next year? we receive a fairly dedicated, each course. This allowed time for would be willing to devote thei information seems to be ap- Marcus Bruce will become an fairly bright group. They enjoy real review and made the learning time to advising individua propriate. The Student spoke with Assistant Dean of Admissions. Physics and our objective is to try process leisurely." With this type students. Dean of Admissions Ralph Davis Also, Erik Bertelsen will be to make it fun to study Physics." of procedure, professors relied General Education must also in order to obtain a few short leaving Bates to take a job in The professor went on to explain much more on the final product considered from the faculty comments about the class. The Admissions at Williams College. that perhaps it is easier for his than on the busywork that pro- impact standpoint, according t following are the capsulatcd re- Bates is in the process of looking department to have this kind of fessors create today. the professor. As he said, "Verj sults of that conversation: for a replacement for Mr. relationship since they receive an As much as the "crisis study- few faculty have ever had to teacl 1. How many applicants were Bertelson. average of only five or six majors ing" disturbs him. Professor a required course. That's a dif there this year? 2650 10. What changes, if any. have each year. In the last fourteen Kingsbury said that he "...can ficult situation. The professor ha 2. How many of these appli- been made in the admissions years, the number of majors has understand it somewhat. After to really put himself into th( cants were sent letters of accep- structure and/or policy since you been as low as one and not any all. we (professors) recognize the course." The result could, con tance? 1100 Is this number higher became Dean? There have only higher than ten. really poor work and the excellent ccivably. be either a seriou or lower than in past years? A been three changes: the Admis- Professor Kingsbury is con- work, but we tend to let the problem getting instructors whi slight Increase. sions staff is traveling a little cerned for Bates students. He grades for mediocre work slide up want to teach the courses, o 3. How many applicants re- more to reach prospective ap- sees them as being more a little." He admitted that Bates (possibly as a result of thi sponded by accepting Bates? 440 plicants; the office has grown In vocationally oriented than stu- does not inflate grades as much problem) many "half-baked' Is this number higher or lower size by one person, and; the dents of other schools at which he as other places, but "The courses. than in past years? 20 more. Admissions Office is conducting has taught. He thinks that Bates emphasis on grades has been The immediate future hold 4. How many transfer students many more follow-up activities students "...seem to operate building because they seem to be rest and relaxation for Professo will there be? 25 Is this number after students have expressed an almost on a crisis basis. There's the measure of performance. It's Kingsbury. He has no regret higher or lower th^n in past interest in Bates - regardless of too much dropping everything to all part of our problem. Learning about his year here at Bates, but years? About the same. how slight that interest might be. do one particular thing. This should be for its own sake, but the as he said, he knew that h 5. How many foreign students This follow-up involves sending means that they then fall behind whole system makes it not for its "...would like it here after teach will there be? 14 Is this number information pamphlets to each in everything else and must drop sake." Continued on Page 24 higher or lower than in past student who has requested a years? About the same. What Bates application. percentage of foreign students 11. Would you please comment who applied were accepted? 35% on the "qualifications" of Bates' The Center St. Which countries are represented? applicants? Are these "qualifica- Australlia, India, Indonesia, tions" changing? The first prior- Wine & Cheese Shed Japan,Jordan,Malaysia, Mexico, ity of the Admissions staff is to Netherlands, Switzerlands, maintain the academic Integrity 563 Center St. (next to K-Mart) Netherlands, Switzerland, Swe- of Bates College. Since national den, Untied Kingdom. S.A.T. averages have gone down, 6. How many males are there in so have those of Bates applicants; 10% OFF ALL WINES the class? 240 How many however, the average standard is females? 200 still in the high 500's. Fifty during the month of June 7. Are minority group quotas percent of the class of 1982 rank set for acceptance? If so, what is in the top ten percent of their the reasoning behind such classes, and eighty percent rank • Largest selection • Discount beer & soda quotas? It is the intention of Bates in the top twenty percent. College Admissions to search for The second priority in Admis- of imported cheeses as many qualified minority stu- sions is that familiar word dents as possible without setting "diversity." The staff works in the Twin cities quotas or target numbers. In an diligently in their attempt to effort to admit as diverse a class admit students with various in- as possible, minority students terests, diverse backgrounds, who constitute one segment of who represent each socio- (Open 7 days a week from 9 A.M. to 10 P.M.) diversity, are admitted. economic class, and who are from Wine chilled by request 8. What was the target number several parts of this country as (number of students hoped for) well as many others. One other 783-7477 for the class of 1982? 440 Continued an Pane 24 12 THE BATES STUDENT

After two years extensive The last such activity raised 6.9 P' planning, on June 10th, a four million dollars ($200,000 over in year, twelve and one-half the original goal) from 1970 to VI million dollar capital campaign 1974 and resulted in the fa will be launched. At the Alumni construction of the New Library, at Weekend Luncheon on that the reconstruction of Chase Li date. President Thomas Hedley Hall, and other worthy projects. (>' Reynolds and National Alumni The goals of the current ca Chairman Fred A. Smyth '46 campaign are equally impres- sp will announce the campaign sive. Mr. Warren stresses that and its goals (see page one) to although it is not as visably in approximately 700 assembled dramatic as building construc- Ai alumni. The fund-raising tion, scholarship endowment is fit activities will not be starting a "terribly important goal." C( from the ground up, however, for Elaboration and additions to th Development Office head Jim current lab facilities in the l-l Warren has informed the sciences and additional fa Student that there already has computer terminals and on- I). been enough money raised "...to campus power are also badly re] give it a flying start." needed and quite important. di This campaign represents the Energy conservation, involving, (h largest in Kates College history. among other things, the Tl Q=fl—0—0 STORAGE

Seal* model of new gym

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purchase of storm windows, the the following: music classrooms teams. The building will serve buiiding will be constructed of slanting roof covering the instalation of insulation, and re- and practice rooms; art history the athletic and recreational oversized brick up to a height of building at the same angle as valving will also occur. Library classrooms with built in needs of the entire Bates ten feet. A metal skin will cover the Phase Two (Field House) facilities will be expanded once facilities for slide viewing; community, whether they be the building above the ten foot roof. The pool will open up to the again, with the finishing of the studio art facilities; gallery career atheletes or periodic level. The pitch of the roof and second story, while the Library ground floor, thus display and storage; musical exercisers. angle of the structure make remainder of the building will providing additional study instrument storage; theater Designed by Architects future instalation of solar have a standard ceiling. On the carrols, stack areas, and storage practice areas, and; music, tape, Collaborative of Cambridge, panels a possibility. Entrance to second level will be a classroom, space for special collections. and record listening areas and Mass. (the same firm that the complex will, be via a large multi-purpose room, The big news of the day is the libraries. The last item on the created the Library), the new driveway off Russell Street women's and men's weight' in-committee plans for a fine list could be used for a variety of gymnasium consists of three leading to a parking lot. In rooms, storage, two handball Arts Building and the nearly- purposes, including language phases, the first tow of which are accordance with a City courts, and six squash courts. finalized plans for a new Sports labs, and would make the included in the present capital ordinance, the lot will have one The third level will consist solely Complex. At the present time, building a valuable satellite of campaign and will have a total parking space for every seven of an observation deck situated the Arts Building is in the early the Library. cost of 4.7 million dollars. The seats within the building. between the handball and planning stage. A student- The major monies in the design of the first two phases Major features of the two- squash courts. The handball faculty committee, headed by campaign will go into what Mr. allows for the future integration phase project are outlined below courts will continue to open up to Donald Lent, has made its Warren labels "sports and of Phase Three - a hockey rink. It on the not yet finalized a fourth level, where a report to the President, and recreation." He does not use the is hopeful that ground will be blueprints of the ground floor. mechanical room will be located discussion will continue word athletics because the new broken this summer in mid-July. Phase One, the swimming pool above the two-story high squash throughout the summer months. facility will provide much more In order to retain a link to the building, will reach a center courts. architecture of the campus, the The report shows the need for than just a place for the athletic height of four stories with a Continued on fane 24 n—0—0—0

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BLEACHERS - SEATS 500 STORAGE D D D D D D f=f —B— Building Srt. NEW GYM 14 THE BATES STUDENT Lady Luck Shines On Bates Employees *"$ 4 Within the past two months, the attainment of a raccy new- Lewiston Evening Journal, one the winds of fortune have been sports car or a motor boat. Don mailman went so far as to jokingly blowing favorably towards Bates wisely put the money in the bank, ask Don for a five thousand dollar College. As the end of March to "save it for a rainy day." Don loan. Even after his surprising approached, while students and told the Student that he spent good Fortune, Don still maintains professors alike began the pre- most of his lucky night just that he was "just lucky" and finals crush, two college looking at the ticket and then put continues to buy the same num- employees received a more it away. He watched television to ber of tickets us he did before the pleasant surprise. Don Klc- check on the winning number and big win. menski. Unit 05 in the Bates then double checked in the morn- During the same week in Security Force, was (he luckier of ing newspaper. Even after the March. Carnegie Hall main- the two employees. Don has been number was confirmed, Don stili tenance man Henry Longtin also a Maine State Lottery player, on couldn't quite believe his luck. In struck it rich in the lottery. Mr. and off, for quite awhile. He the past, he had won five dollars, Longtin has been a fairly steady usually buys a ticket or two but winning five thousand dollars lottery player for two or three weekly, and this particular week was something that he "didn't years, and had recently won a two he had bought two 50 cent tickets. think could happen to me." dollar pri/e six times. He had also Don had only recently begun Mr. Klemenski took his won twenty dollars when the buying tickets again after stop- ticket to the redemption center lottery first began. On his lucky ping for awhile. In fact, this was and received the unhappy news day, Henry purchased his ticket only the fourth week in his most that the government would pro- at Victor News (rumored to have recent try at luck. There was, bably receive 20 percent of his a good number of winning however, something different winnings. Luckily, this theory tickets), revealed the Mad Money about one of the lottery tickets proved false, and only $766.00 of portion of the ticket, and saw the this time. When Don revealed the the money was lost to taxes. numbers 2174. Even though his numbers, he realized that he had When Don received his check, he wife thought that the ticket had won five thousand dollars. As he deposited it in the bank, but news won fifty dollars. Henry knew describes the feeling: "I couldn't of his good fortune spread quick- that he had won five hundred believe it: I just couldn't believe ly. All of his friends at the college dollars. He didn't want to say too it." were pJeased when they heard the much until he was sure, but when The Student spoke to Mr. news and began to buy lottery the evening paper came out. his Klemenski last week, learning tickets. Alter the story appeared good luck was confirmed. Henry that the windfall did not result in in the Lewiston Daily Sun and the Continued on Page 24

Don Klemenski

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book about the American Revolu- •••Professor Geoffrey Law tion in Maine. Professor Leamon will be spending ten weeks this began the project on a College- summer in India as the recipient financed winter semester/short of a Fullbright fellowship. These term leave of absence two years grants, which are geared to ago. Prior to that time, he had underdeveloped countries, have been approached by the Maine been awarded to 20 teachers of Slate Revolution BiCentennial Asian History in the United Commission and asked to write States. Professor Law will be in the book. Because Professor residence for five weeks at the Leamon was interested in the University of Calcutta at Jadav- topic already, he accepted the pur. where he will be participat- offer, and the project was author- ing in the departmental life of the ized. university. He will have the Professor Leamon is current- opportunity to both attend and ly on another winter semester/ give lectures, as well as take short term leave of absence in some intensive Hindi classes in order to enable him to devote his order to learn the language. For full attention to his book. This the second five weeks. Professor leave is funded by the National Law will travel to southern India, Endowment for the Humanities. specifically to Tami-Nadu and The book, the subject of which Kerala to the provincial archives, has never been published, will in search of records of Dutch probably consist of nine large traders of the 17th and 18th chapters. In later stages, these centuries. chapters may be divided. Profes- When asked why he applied sor Leamon expects to have six or for this particular fellowship. seven of these chapters com- Professor Law explained that he pleted by September, at which teaches Asian history with his time he will resume his teaching specialty being European Imper- responsibilities. ialism in Asia, yet he has never When the book is completed, been to India. This grant provides the Maine State Museum (who not only study in India, but allows picked up the obligations and time for individuals' personal contracts of the defunct BiCen- research as well. tennial Commission) will publish •••Professor John Cole was it. Although the initial deadline is recently married to a 1977 grad- October 31st, Professor Leamon uate of Bates College. expects a one year extension. •••Professor Eric Wagner The book, aimed at the adult will be spending first semester of level reading public as opposed to next year in a province of Brazil. only specialists, will be available •••Professor James Leamon in most stores within the state. of the History Department is Estimated date of completion is presently working on a full-length approximately one year. po9

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vited together every so often. ness during Alumni Weekend. The Alma Mater Bringing back the fairly The attendence depends on the v . 'tinmr r 'HUSK young classes of 1972 1974 leadership of each class presents some unusual according to Mr. Webber, with ^l»4j d ir f if *!■* II.-.- problems. When the classes the class secretary being very W* hm -'.« »>-. r,»t from the fifties came two years important in order to prevent ago, finding activities for their drifting. During the sixties, teenagers was the main concern. everyone was "pretty blase This year, baby-sitters seem to about sentiment," but the be in the greatest demand. Mr. generation of the seventies is far Webber has arranged for a troop more excited about coming back. of Lewiston High School baby- The class of '73 came back in sitters to alleviate this potential 1975 after only two years, and ~-——- 4 ; problem. The Bates Outing Club had such a good time that they k*zJ J m J will also be of help, entertaining will be here again this year. In the teenagers with canoe trips 1975, they really got into the j and the like, as they have during spirit of the parade (when each iltj 3 1- r !r- *i the past years. class wears some sort of Maintainence is also pre- costume). Since they were the paring for the weekend. They youngest alumni back, they have the massive jobofcleaning wore diapers for the parade. the dorms during the one week The closeness of the classes is after the students leave. The evidenced when they get dorms used by alumni include together for Saturday dinner. Page. Adams, Smith. Roger Bill, Each class arranges for its own faith «n>l Ml •*■«! ir llim lh» i»*r» II.t.- HI W*fl ■!.'. M k-..«n '■ lii I Hedge. Rand. Barker, and. until evening. Previously, the fifty ! recent construction. Cheney. year class ate in the President's ■j fl uTi • i i I fl 3 Every effort is made to fit entire Dining Room, but this year so classes into single dorms. The many are returning (85) that plush halls of Parker are, they will have to move into the however, reserved for the older new dining area. The four The Bates College Alma Mater classes. Those alumni with younger classes are having a babies are usually assigned to carnival gala atmosphere for Adams, in order to be able to their evening, with a clambake better coordinate the baby- in back of Page. A large rented sitting chores. Habitation in tent will provide the atmosphere any dorm does create some and also provide shelter in case Alumni Weekend interesting problems for alumni. last year's rain storm is According to Mr. Webber, repeated. The class of '53 is One of its most important rivaling the attendence of last class (1953), the classes of 1918, comical stories run rampant of having a dinner-dance in what purposes is to keep people "...in June, when 750alumni attended 1923, 1938, 1947, 1948, 1949, people's adventures while trying they used to know as the Ball love with and enthusiastic about the Saturday afternoon lunch- 1968,1972,1973, and 1974 will be to climb into upper bunks Room (Chase I x>unge). The room Bates College." This was eon. This year, however, the attending. Mr. Webber explain- There are also a few who become is a far cry from the dark oak, Alumni Secretary Randy make-up of the twelve reunion ed that Bates College is on the indignant at the mere thought. stark naked furnishings of Webber's statement when asked classes is fairly unusual. In ad- Robinson Reunion Flan (also Forgetting how to reach an yesteryear. Even though, there about Alumni Weekend. This dition to the fifity year class used at Dartmouth), whereby upper bunk is not the only is a Mot of sentiment involved year's attendence seems to be (1928) and the twenty-five year three classes in a row are in- change for many alumni. Some with the room. 5*= of those returning to Parker Mr. Webber '86 is looking remember it as it was, with wood forward to his tenth reunion as stoves in each room and Alumni Secretary. Heenjoysthe numerous chimneys. The weekends and feels that they are modern renovations are found valuable in reminding people of pleasant to all. Other changes "...four of the best years of their also bring surprised looks to the lives." faces of many alums as they walk around campus for the first time in twenty years. Buildings THE FICURE 8 LINE \ aren't all that are remembered as they were. Looks of amazement accompany the Cooper's rekindling of old friendships Smkastmkx \ ^■ro^rai- and an occassional "why you're Now Mrving Cocktaasl a bald old coot too!" is likely to be (The fifty year renunion class donned this outfit to stir memories of the trolley car that ran heard. 11-11 daily except Sundays past Bates College in the "good old days") All of these memories lead to a feeling of tradition and together- 403 Sabattus St. Tel 782-9209 Short Term Activities Committee

its assislancc. Furthermore. completely upon the committee's Hill, a professor at the University many of these activites would not support was the Cross Country of Maine in Orono who is the CAMERA The special Short Term Com- have been possible in past years Keg Race, in which approximate- foremost authority on energy in mittee, conceived during second because of a lack of an equitable. ly eighty people participated and Maine - $75. SERVICE semester of this year in an effort efficient funding mechanism. which received $100 from the Members of the committee CENTER to carry on student activities The committee has provided committee. All other activities include: Professors Schwmn and OF MAINE during short term, is meeting major amounts of funding for five were partially funded: Valeric Turlish; Campus Association Re- • Camera repair with great success, according to programs and has assisted a host Bcttis. a famous modern dancer - presentative Linda Downing; Re- Color processing Coordinator of Student Activites. of other activities by providing $700; two Soviet dissidents who presentative Assembly members by Kodak Brian Fitzgerald. The committee minor funding for items such as recently arrived in the United Steve Dosh, Kim Doble. and is proud to announce that it has publicity for short term activities, States from the Soviet Union - Darryl Mayers; Chase Hall repre- 40 Lisbon St. been able to fund several on campus expenses for Barry $450: H.M.S. Pinafore - $250 sentative Brian Forshaw. and; 784-1509 activities which could not have Commoner, and several others. (with another S10Q contingency Proctors' Council representative • existed during short term without The onlv activity which relied fund), and; Professor Richard Jay Bright. Senior Class Committee MAM'S Throughout Short Term, the Chalet provides an outdoor beach retary/treasurer. The Alumni RESTAURANT Senior Class Committee has been front, swimming pool, and indoor Officers are responsible for acting meeting to decide on important ENJOY FAMILY rcc-room. The ticket includes a as a liason between Bates and the DINING senior class activities and events. cook-out (lobster, clams, etc.). graduating class of 1978. They IN THE The Committee planned the June access to all Chalet facilities, and are also responsible for planning CAPTAIN'S ROOM DIAL 3rd class outing, held at No Name refreshments at an open bar. the five-year reunion. Pond. At press time, approxi- The senior class recently The Senior-Faculty banquet 353-4049 mately 175 individuals had signed elected its Alumni representa- was held last Thursday. The MIDTOWN SHOPPING CENTER up for the outing, which is to be at tives. Chuck James was elected senior class speaker, chosen by LISBON ROAD. LISBON FALLS The Montagnard Chalet. The president, and Dori Carlson sec- Continued on Page 18 OP 16 THE BATES STUDENT CONSTRUCTION John Bertram Dormitory

In 1868. erection was begun on a In 1844. (he building became ies were made during l902-'<)3 building to be devoted to the uses used exclusively by the Latin through the generosity of several of the Maine State Seminary and School (since the Divinity School individuals. the Latin School. The Seminary then had its own building). Four In |904-'()5. the dining room and continued toi linger on utilizing years later, the condition of the kitchen were recognized as being the building until 1870 when the building was alluded lo when the burch sufficient for the forty to school was practically transferred principal (of the Latin School). I. seventy students who ate there. to the Maine Central Institute. F. Frisbcc. staled. "And many The parts of the building devoted The Latin School, whose dormi- (students) from well-to-do homes, to scientific work were becoming tory needs had been met by the alter coming, prefer to room out increasingly inadequate (because erection of a large, shambling of the building." In that same of plan and construction) and in wooden building (popularly year, the Latin School closed and 1905-1906 people were becoming known as "the barn") a few in the Fall of 1899 the Bates impatient with the situation. They hundred feet north of the new College Physics Department objected to the distant location of building, became heir to the latter moved in. The name of the the building (it took ten minutes J. B. before construction structure. But. in 1870. Trustees building was then changed to to gel to or from other places on of the College established as a "Science Hall" and was remod- campus). They disliked the new department a Divinity School eled and adapted for scientific dependence upon coal stoves for Construction or which shared the building with use. Heating was still being done heat because the dust and dirt the Latin School. by stoves. In fact, this heating continually ruined apparatus, and Destruction? By 1878. the front and rear steps was so inefficient that occasional because in cold weather several needed repair; the northeast "cuts" were allowed on account working rooms were well below of the total cost and a low- corner needed to be filled in to of the coldness of the classrooms. 50 degrees F. The Student was recently in- interest loan for $400,000 to prevent frost from injuring the In September. 1902. the Biology Many improvements were seen formed of an interesting new $453,000 has been secured from foundation. The roof on the east Department moved in occupying in the next few years to come. The development in the renovation of HUD to cover the other one-half side leaked and needed repair the entire third floor. On the heating plant was completed, John Bertram Hall. It seems that of the expenses. This loan was immediately. The cornice needed floor were: a lecture room, a providing steam heat to the because the college did not awarded to Bates to address the repair, and all the outside wood- botanical laboratory, and a building. With the danger of receive final approval from HUD problem of energy inefficient work needed paint. By 1882. zoological laboratory. The second damage due to coal dust gone, (Housing and Urban Develop- concerns in the dormitory. This when the Executive Board of floor saw change also when, in there were several valuable addi- ment) to begin working on the request by Bates is just one more Bates College examined the that year, two rooms formerly tions to apparatus in the Physics dormitory until three weeks ago, step in the college's pursuit of building, it was decided that it used as a lecture room and a Department including a $350 it was not possible to place orders energy conservation and, al- "...would be poor economy to laboratory were converted into spectograph. In 1910. conditions for any of the equipment and though many other Maine spend money repairing it." The one large room for special use in were improved even more with supplies necessary for renova- colleges also applied for such following year city water was Physics and Geology. Important the installation of electrtic lights tions until that time. This has loans, only Bates' request was brought into the building for $25 a additions of apparatus for the on the fourth floor in the suites placed the college in the position accepted. year for five vcars. physical and biological laborator- occupied by students, and a new of waiting in line behind other The total cost of renovating shower-bath was set up in the buyers for similar supplies and. in John Bertram will be in excess of basement. 1912 marked another the process, will set target com- $850,000. Part of this expense will year of vast improvements when a pletion dates back. Whereas the be accrued in paying for the complete renovation of the inter- dormitory was originally sche- overtime hours of workmen - ior was made. The three upper duled to be completed by the which will be necessary if even floors were remodeled into large opening of school in September, it the top three floors are to be and pleasant suites of rooms and is now estimated that only the top finished by September. One the Hall obtained yet another new three floors will be ready for might conclude that it would have name when the Faculty desig- students by that time. been more logical to have waited nated it "Fast Hall." In chapel on More specifically, it is hoped until next year when such over- February 28. 1913. Professor that the rooms themselves on the time expenses could have been Hartshorn announced that this upper three floors will be avoided; however, if increasing renovation had been made possi- finished; the stairwells on the costs of equipment and supplies ble by a $10,000 gift from Mrs. campus side of the dormitory will are taken into consideration, on Clara Bertram Kimball of Boston be completed; and, the bath- balance it was more economical to in memory of her father. Captain rooms on the campus side will be begin work this year (even with John Bertram. The Captain had ready. Construction of the stair- overtime expense). once spent a Summer at Glen wells on the other side of the The college realizes that John House (in the White Mountains) dormitory will be advanced to the Bertram Hall was an unsafe where twenty-five Bates men had point at which they are a safe building even though it was Kir*** been hired for Summer work. At means of egress from the building relatively protected against fire the end of the season, he (who in case of fire by September, but by the sprinkling system; how- was just a guest) gave the twenty- will not be completed by that ever, under the "grandfather five men $1,000 to split among time. During the Fall semester, clause," substandard housing them. After Mrs. Kimball's gift construction will continue on the conditions can exist unless a 4 was received, it was decided that east end bathrooms and stairwells major improvement is planned for 1 ** the building just recently named and on the ground level, itself. the building. Once one problem is East Hall would be renamed Hopefully, this construction will tackled, the law requres that all "John Bertram Hall." be completed by the beginning of other building codes be adhered Over the Summer of 1913, the second semester. In the mean- to quite closely. In this particular time, students will be housed case, in order to/make the elsewhere. dormitory more energy efficient, The financial end of the John all other faulty aspects must also Bertram renovation is also of be corrected. By doing so. we will interest. The college will be gain a more modern, safer paying for approximately one-half dormitory.

First floor - Building entrance at right J 11

THE BATES STUDENT, 17 AND RENOVATION Cheney House

In 1866. the College purchased parlor were combined to form a a piece of land, through O.B. reception room. It was refinished Cheney, at the loot of Mount and refurnished and cost the David from Mrs. John M. Frye. school about $2,000. The follow- Subsequently. Cheney built a ing year, a vacuum-type heating house partly on this land. Several system replaced the old system years before his resignation as resulting in added comfort for the President of Bales College, he residents. 1935 marked the year deeded this house and land to the that the College was given a College with the stipulation that valuable oil painting - a pastoral he be able to keep the property scene painted by the well-known during his lifetime. In 1895. Dutch artist Ter Muelen. The Cheney decided to vacate the painting was placed. upon house, and since that time the receipt, in the Cheney reception College has used it as a women's room for the women to admire residence. and enjoy. In the Fall of 1895. the house On September 30. 1950, a was first opened as a dormitory; certain group of girls decided that however, it was to cost the they would extinguish the College $1,000 to do so since notoriety that the Cheney recrea- there was no furniture in the tion room had acquired for being building when they obtained it. drab and boring; therefore, five Several generous gifts diminished Sophomores took charge and this amount considerably, but complete responsibility (the then $600 more was found to be whole dorm was behind them) necessary for painting, plumbing, and from 8:45 A.M. to 5:00 A.M. heating, and minor repairs. All of they worked. The room was this work was done, the money painted with Super-Kem-Tone. found to pay for it. and the house one wall dark green, the other was opened. At the time, it was three yellow. All who saw it said ridors rather still called "The President's that it was done well and looked stairs. Mouse." but by the end of 18%. it beautiful; however, the adminis- Along with these renovations, was being called "Cheney tration's reaction was explosive. there will also be a great deal of ' House" by the students (although It was ordered that the wallpaper modernization. All of the bath- New House this nc« name was not yet be taken off the walls and the rooms in the house will receive acknowledged bv the College). painting redone - not by the girls - major overhauling with new All remained unchanged (ex- the reason being. "We would use plumbing and fixtures, and a new cept for the exterior painting in Kem- lone on Sampsonville which bathroom is being built on the Nil) until 1917 when hardwood we don't give a hoot about third floor. This new bathroom is floors were laid on the first floor. anyway, but never on any of our being constructed from what was lavatory rooms were added on the nice buildings." It was also a storage closet, the intention third floor, and a gas water heater ordered that the girls pay for the being full utilization of existing was installed in the kitchen. As a stripping and repainting of the space. The house will be carpeted note, in 1920 the kitchen was still walls. The girls' point was throughout, which should cut being used to prepare meals for proven, however, for the room down on the noise and make the the girls who were served in the was soon completely redecorated. surroundings more pleasure-able. house's overcrowded dining Now, in the summer of 1978. There will be two structural room. Board charges for the Cheney House is receiving a changes to rooms in Cheney Cheney dining room were only major uplifting. New wiring is House. One is that the small $4.SO per week because - unlike being installed throughout the lounge room on the first floor will the Rand women - they waited on building - a renovation that will be removed so that the candy themselves. be greatly appreciated by Cheney machine and soda machine can be A major renovation in l925-"26 residents. Perhaps the most recessed into the wall rather than provided housing for twenty-two visible change will be the fire- stand out into the middle of the women and a two-room suite for a resistant stairwells that are being room as they have in the past. faculty member. This increase in built around all flights of stairs in This will provide more space in rooms was the result of the the house. As a result of the the room, itself. The other change remodeling of the barn in the rear construction of these enclosures, involves two of the student of the house, which created new some of the doors to student rooms. The adjoining single and rooms on three floors. Furnishing rooms must be moved, since double in the rear of the third these rooms, and the installation otherwise they would open direct- floor will be transformed into a of much-needed showers and ly into the stairwells. Very little two-room triple. The reason for baths brought the total cost to space will be removed from the this is that the door of the single approximately $16,000. rooms, however, and the door- opened onto the stairs and, with In 1932. the dining room and ways will open into small cor- the new stairwells, it would have opened into the closed stairs, interfering with the opening and closing of the fire door at the head of the stairs. Hopefully, adequate arrangements can be made for those students who chose these two rooms in the lottery. The renovations in Cheney House will take most of the summer, but will be completed before the opening of school in September. The cost of these OPEN JUNE 5th renovations is expected to be approximately $20,000. Since FOR GRADUATION LUNCHES Cheney has received virtually no attention except for painting and Serving 11 am to 10 at night. We would suggest making normal maintenance in at least reservations for the 5 - 6:30, as well as the 8:30 to 10:00 setting. the last twelve years, its re- novation and modernization cer- tainly was needed and will be additla. OPEN ALL WEEKEND S greatly appreciated by future Fr space Food residents. r\\0 . 18 THE BATES STUDENT Karin Swanson To Move On To Grad School

Karin Swanson. a member of Md to fish farmers and oyster kidnt \ specialist); working at the vering. she started leaching core Karin isn't sure of her plans the Biology Department. will be farmer* up and down the coast of Maine Equine Clinic in Turner; course labs, which she says she alter she has earned her masters, returing to school in September in Maine. Right now. 10 students and someone else is working with really enjoys leaching, and is but she is interested in two order to continue her studies. arc participating in this course, a firefighter rescue (cam in going to miss a great deal. The specific areas of Health Care. The Kami's job here is not easily and their projects include an Queens, N.Y. Also, one student is year thai Karin took over the labs, first is Pediatrics, and the second defined, for it involves many oyster culture in South Bristol, working here at Bates in the she and Prof. Chute also organ- is the Hospice movement. Ac- different types of work. She calls studying trout and salmon in Physical Education Department. ized the aquaculture short term, cording to Karin. Hospice is a herself a "jack of all trades lady." Vinalhavcn. studying "Red All these students have to write a and last year she look over the ua\ of earing for terminally ill During the school year. Karin Tide." a scallop study, studying paper and an evaluation, both of hospital short term. patients thai is an alternative to teaches the core courses' labs. sturgeon, and green crab environ- which Karin keeps on file for Karin says that she really hospital care as wc now know it. does inventory and bookkeeping, mental monitoring, all in West future reference concerning vari- appreciates her experience here Hospice deals wilh the symptoms and coordinates the off-campus Boothbay Harbor. Karin must ous short terms. at Bates. This experience has of a terminally ill patient, not the semesters at Bigclow Laborator- make on site visits to each of . Karin refers to the Biology helped her to decide what field disease. Here, the patient can ies and the Department of Marine these. She calls herself a cross Department as a renegade de- she is most interested in. (She receive as much psychological Resources, both at West Booth- between a mother hen and a partment, because of all the chose Health Care after working support as he needs, for the bay Harbor. During Short Term. trouble shooter, for if the precep- off-campus short terms. She adds closely with the hospital short support system is intact, and Karin is very busy with her tor is disgruntled with the stu- that these off-campus short terms term.) This September. Karin is involves the family and friends courses, which arc the Hospital dent, he/she comes to Karin. give valuable practical exper- going to Yale to get her masters heavily. Hospice stresses the Short Term, the Aquaculture The independent Biology ience, and graduate schools often degree in Health Care Adminis- dignity of the human being. Karin Short Term and the Independent short terms are varied and cover demand experience; hence, short tration. This is a two-year pro- advocates thai a lot of people die Off-Campus Biology Short Term. quite a distance. Karin feels this term can help a student in this gram, the first one and-a-half in seven months because they are The Hospital Short Term short term gives exposure to the respect. Karin also adds that years being academic at Yale, told they're going to die in seven involves IS to 30 students going real world that total academic life she'll miss the short terms ter- and. for Karin. including courses months. Bui wilh Hospice, the to local hospitals, and each work- doesn't offer. She says that it's ribly and that if Bates ever needs from the schools of business, law patients arc told that they can live ing in a department that he/she is great for pre-med students, for it a full-time coordinator of off- and medicine. The last six to as human beings, living as nor- interested in. For instance, this is a "hands-on" experience. The campus short terms, she would eight months are a paid intern- mal a life as possible. The short term some of the areas students design their own pro- love to do it. ship. Karin says she has been Hospice movement began in Eng- students are working in are jects and they have to have a Karin graduated from Mid- contemplating the move with fear land seven years ago. and has Occupational Therapy. Adminis- letter from their preceptor, ex- cllcbury College in l%4. with a and trepidation, but she is glad been very successful. The first tration. Respiratory Therapy. plaining what the student will be B.A. in Biology. She then taught she's moving, and her overall Hospice in the United Stales is Ambulance. Radiology and Social doing, and what the student's school for two years, teaching feeling is thai it is the right time being constructed in Branford. Service. Six students are at responsibilities arc. The short ninth and tenth grades Biology at lo move. Karin has three child- Connecticut, which is practically CMMC. 11 are at St. Mary's, and term must then be approved by Kent's Hill School in Rcadficld. ren, ages 7. 10 and II. who will next door to Yale. Karin is very one student is at MMC. These Karin, and the head of the Maine. Karin got married during be.moving down to New Haven interested in doing her internship students (ranging from freshman Department. Robert Chute. Some her last year of teaching and with her. Karin says that having a there. to seniors) keep a log, and give a independent off-campus short started a family, and since that family first before completing The STUDENT thanks Karin hospital discussion at the end of terms going on now include: time she's lived in an old farm- one's education is not the wisest for (his interview, and wishes her the six weeks. students working with a doctor in house in Wiscasset. Karin came thing to do. bul that she wouldn't much luck and happiness in both In the Aquaculture Short their home town - one student is to Bates in 1°74 as a stock room trade anything if she could to do it her studies and in all future Term, students are sent to the working with a gynecologist, and technician. The following year, all again, for her family has been endeavors. Her students arc Department of Marine Resources. another with a niphrologist (a through Prof. Chute's manu- really supportive. going lo miss her!

What's Up IT'S LIKE FINDING MONEY! (ALMOST) There is a possibility that, in an CHASE HALL - The-college effort to create more job oppor- is still waiting to hear the decision tunities and to make eating in on our request for a grant from Commons more enjoyable, a sys- the Department of Energy for the tem of busing will be instituted. "solar system" for Chase Hall. People will take your trays and %-JMv dishes away for you. R.C. WEEKEND - During NEW HOUSE - The new A source of information, entertainment, and enjoyment for the weekend of May 26th to the house will be named in June at over a century. 28th. all Resident Coordinators the Trustees' meeting. This were on campus to plan their house cost the college approxi- Celebrate Bobcat victories; enjoy campus performances as if organization for the coming year. mately $85,000 - $35,000 pur- you were there; learn the college news Some of the topics they discussed chase price and in excess of as it happens. include: finalization of freshmen $50,000 for renovations to make it orientation programs; the struc- suitable for student residence. ture of house councils and their SPRINKLING - Page. Went Do it all with THE STUDENT functions; and the concept of each worth Adams, and Smith Halls (and do it now - it's too good a chance to let slip by) house and dormitory possessing will all receive new sprinkler r total power and control of its own systems which will be installed i CLIP AND MAIL WITH PAYMENT TO affairs. throughout the buildings over the i THE BATES STUDENT TITLE IX - Since it has been summer. i P. O. Box 309 deemed discriminatory to operate J.A.'S - The J.A.'s rooms in i Bates College, Lew is ton, Maine a protective alarm system in an all Page Hall will be carpeted during i female dormitory and not to the summer so that they will be Name operate a similar system in an all more comfortable meeting places Address male dormitory, there will be no for the freshmen and J.A.'s alike. system next year. In fact, there GRADUATION Garvey Town_ will be no receptionists next year. MacLcan will be back on campus State All dorms will be converting to a to deliver the opening prayers for key system. the graduation ceremonies this BUSING IN COMMONS year. U FULL YEAR ( 24 Issues) - $10.00 I D HALF YEAR (12 Issues) - $5.00 I L Senior Class

Continued From Page 16 Please make cheeks payable to Chemistry Building. The design the Senior Class Committee, for the Class of '78 plaque will be Senior Class Advisor, and Profes- chosen from those submitted by THE sor Bob Branham, was Bob Jacki Johnson and Tom Storey. BATES Tadge. The Class of 1978 Committee An Ivy Ceremony, ends their two-year representa- STUDENT commemorating the traditional tive duties as of June 5th. The THANK YOU placing of the class plaque, will Committee hopes that the events take place on Sunday. This year, leading to graduation are mem- the plaque sequence falls at Dana orable ones for all class members. '■■3 THE BATES STUDENT. 19 (News Bureau Photos) SPORTS

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Pugatch steals second shortstop Greg Zabel (Blooming- year. "We'll have a lot of C.B.B. Team field. Conn.) batted .380. includ- experience behind us." he says, ing a record-tying (along with "but we'll also have some talent- Bates and Colby Colleges each Spotts) six doubles, while junior ed underclassmen close behind to placed five men orf the annual third baseman Nate Wentworth keep the seniors on their toes." C.B.B. (Colby-Bates-Bowdoin) (Hubbardston. Mass.) led the The veteran coach also has a Conference All-Star Baseball squad with five homers and 22 great deal of praise for the Team, it was announced today. runs batted in. Senior Dave Farris underclassmen who saw limited Five of the players selected to (Salem. N.H.) was the victor in action in 1978, saying that "there the 1978 squad are repeaters from the contest for the designated . ,• < were seasons when the type of previous teams, lnfieldcr Rich hitter's job. and batted .296 with players we have on our bench Newman (Bangor, Me.) of Bow- five doubles and two round- would be definite starters, and doin was the only third-time trippers. many of them could start on selection, while infielders Greg While the veteran players did several of the opposing teams." Zabel (Bloomfield. Conn.) and their part, the team's newcomers Coach Leahey cites freshman Nate Wentworth (Hubbardston. also gave Coach Leahey reason to outfielders Greg Carter (Dover, Mass.) of Bates, along with Ames delivers look forward to next year. Two Mass.) and Steve Burke (Salem. catcher Paul Spillane (Brockton, freshmen, outfielder Chris Bond N.H.), as well as infielders Bill Mass.) and outfielder Art Sullivan (Lexington. Mass.) and second O'Connell (Cumberland, R.I.) (Brockton. Mass.) of Colby, were baseman Jim Bazzano (Ncwing- Baseball and pitcher Steve Markesich chosen for the second time. ton. Conn.) moved into the start- (Windsor. Conn.) as examples, As rebuilding years go, the in 1978. Sophomore center fielder Pfayers given C.B.B. honors for ing line-up in the second half of but adds that all "will sec a lot of 1978 season was a sueeessful one the first time were first baseman Mike Spotts (Clinton. Conn.) the season; their efforts helped action for us next year and in tor Coach Chick Leahey's Bates batted .370. and led the team in Al Cook (Saco, Me.) and outfield- the Bobcats win seven of their last future years." College baseball squad. runs scored and doubles. Junior er Gary Pugatch (Needham. ten games. Coach Leahey also commented Although several key players Mass.) of Bates, pitchers Stu catcher Bill Ryan (Winsted. Among the pitchers, sopho- thai the pitching staff will be ■ had to be replaced at the start of Ames (Winnctka. III.) of Bates Conn.) recovered from a back- more righthander Stu Ames much improved next year, saying the campaign. the Bobcats stop's toughest injury — a sore and Rcid Cassidy (Swampscott. (Winnctka. III.) emerged as the that juniors Ron Hemcnway managed to smash several hitting shoulder — to bat .360 and throw Mass.) of Colby, and designated ace of the staff with a 5-2 record (Bedford. Mass.) and Dave Casey records on the way to a 10-10 hitler Rich Buchanan (Lynn. out several opposing runners. and 2.61 earned run average. (North Adams, Mass.) should finish. Mass.) of Colby. Sophomore catcher first baseman Ames utilized a tricky slider and . help ihe team a great deal. "Ron Perhaps the most gratifying Dan Scully (Hull. Mass.). junior Bates won the C.B.B. title for good speed to strike out 36 and Dave encountered some aspect of the season was the the third consecutive year, finish- in fielder Gary Gabree (Somer- batters in 41 innings. tough luck in 1978. but with Stu blossoming of several former ing with a 4-2 record in con- villc. N..I.). and junior outfielder Also worthy of recognition are (Ames) and Chuck (Emriek) re- ' reserve players into fine varsity ference games. Colby was second Bob Asensio (Plainville. Conn.) the efforts of senior righthander turning, along with Jim Nutter athletes. Foremost among these at 3-3, while Bowdoin ended with also helped the Bates cause a Steve Brisk (Englewood, N.J.) and Tom Dencgrc from the 1977 is first baseman Al Cook (Saco. a 2-4 mark. great deal when placed in starting and sophomore righthander team, they should help to form a Me.) who tied the Bates season roles. Chuck Emriek (Rocky River. very strong, experienced staff." baiting average mark of .500 after The Bobcats started the season Ohio). Brisk compiled a 3-1 record If the attitude of the Bates having only one hit to his credit in with a group of players who had in his first season as a varsity coach and his players seems two previous seasons. Cook col- already demonstrated their skills, pitcher, while Emriek continued optimistic, that would be a good lected a record 34 base hits and and these players also came his steady improvement with a view of the situation. The ' drove in 20 runs; he also proved through in fine fashion. Senior 2-2 record and one save. Bobcats' only regret, in fact, is to be a bcttcr-than-avcrage first captain Gary Pugatch (Necdham. Coach Leahey believes that that the February date for the baseman. THE WAREHOUSE Mass.) batted .394. and had a fine 1979 will be worth waiting for, as start of spring practice is still nine Several other players came off on-base percentage with 2b hits ten players will be seniors next months away. will be the bench to help the Bates cause and a record 25 walks. Junior open Sunday June 4th 4:00 P.M. - 10:00 P.M. Sports Shorts 37 Park Street Lewiston 782- ML *** Bates football standout Tom exemplified - effort and Zane Rodriquez, travelled with Burhoe (North Providence, R.I.) dedication to baseball at Bates coach Walter Slovenski to recently signed a contract with College." Michigan last weekend to the New England Patriots, and *** Two members of the track compete in the NCAA Division reported to a receivers' camp at team, distance runner Paul III Track and Field Champion- Bryant College late last month. Oparowski and javelin thrower ships. *** Newly-elected captains for 1979 spring sports include Al Cook, Bill Ryan and Nate Golf Wentworth in baseball; Allyson The Bobcat golfers concluded (East Hartford, Conn.): junior, Anderson and Amy Gordon in their season with nine con- Ed Sparkowski (Weatogue, women's lacrosse; and Mark secutive wins to even their Conn.): and sophomore, Dave O'Connell in tennis. record at 9 - 9 for the 1978 Trull (Tewsbury, Mass.). *** Senior Gary Pugatch and campaign. Coach Bob Hatch's Vignati posted a 7-6-4 record in junior Al Cook have been named players also scored upset the number one spot, while co-winners of the 1978 David victories in both the State of Sparkowski and Trull ended Nash Baseball Award, an Maine Open and the CBB with season marks of 11-5-1 and award given by classmates of Championships. 11-4-2 respectively. Another key David Nash, a former Bates The Bobcats' successful man was junior, Harr baseball player who lost his life season was due in great part to SameUon (New York, N.Y.), whe in Vietnam, "in appreciation of the efforts of three players: was the medalist in the C.B.B. those qualities which David senior captain, Pete Vignati match. ■\ 20 THE BATES STUDENT

Women's Lacrosse The women's lacrosse Junior' Allyson Anderson 23 in three years. program at Bates continues to (Hingham, Mass.) smashed the In the nets, senior Betsy improve, as was shown by the season scoring record with a Williams (Cambridge, Mass.) season's final contest. Coach 1978 total of 21 goals and 2 stopped 63% of the opponents' Pat Smith's team bowed to assists for 23 points; the 21-goals shots in her first season as a perennial powerhouse Bowdoin total surpassed the old mark of goalie. by a 5-4 score in that game, a 9. Junior Tracy Howe Season highlights, in addition sign that the Bobcats are now on (Marlborough, Conn.) added to to the exciting Bowdoin game, a level with the rest of the her career scoring record with include wins over Lyndon State, NESCAC teams in that sport. eight goals; she has now netted Colby and U.M.P.G. 1/

Oparowski leads the pack Track The performances of record- John Flora of Northeastern. setting senior Paul Oparowski Several other Bobcat per- (East Longmeadow, Mass.) were formers stood out this season. the story in track at Bates' this Freshman Zane Rodriques spring. Oparowski capped off a (Rutland, Vermont) consistently successful college career with threw over 200 feet in the yet another Maine champion- javelin, and qualified for the ship (in the three mile), his NCAA Division III meet. second Easterns title of the Sophomore Greg Peters season (in the six mile) and a (Mahtomedi, Minn.) repeated NESCAC win (in the three mile). his state mile victory of the Paul also finished th.rd in the indoor season with a win in the Coaches' Corner New England three mile, outdoor State Meet, and trailing only world cross freshman Mark Miller (Attle- • country champ John Treacy of boro, Mass.) excelled in both the Kobert Flynn has been elected "Coach of the Year" in New Providence and IC4A XC champ shot put and discus. President of the Northeast England college cross country. Smith Alpine Racing Association, it Announcement of the award was announced recently. was made by Chris Lane, Patricia Smith, assistant pro- (Newt Bureau Photo) Rodriques prepares to throw Coach Flynn, a 1960 graduate Assistant Track Coach at M.I.T. fessor of physical education and of the University of Maine, has and Commissioner of the New head coach of women's tennis and led Bates' men's and women's England Intercollegiate Amateur lacrosse at Bates College, is one teams to levels of prominence in Athletic Association, at the recent of seven people who were recent- Eastern skiing since his arrival EICAAA annual meeting. ly presented with honor awards in 1968. During the past season, During the 1977 cross country by the Maine Association for the squads finished in seventh season. Coach Slovenski's Bates * 1 '//'///'/,, Health, Physical Education and place in their respective harriers were undefeated with a Recreation (MAHPER). Division I championships, and 13-0 mark. They captured first According -to the citation. several Bobcat skiers were place honors in both the Eastern Coach Smith was given the award ranked among the best in their and Maine championships, and "for her unending efforts to assist events. were second in the ICAAAA others towards advancement in In 1976, Coach Flynn served University Division, fifth in the the field of physical education and as meet director for the N.C.A.A. New England championships, women's sports, (and) for her Skiing Championships, which and sixth in the NCAA Division III dedication and many contribu- were hosted by Bates. He is meet. tions to the Health. Physical currently vice-president of the Two of Coach Slovenski's run- Education and Recreation pro- College Ski Coaches Associa- ners, senior Paul Oparowski and fessions." tion of America, and has served sophomore Greg Peters, achieved A graduate of the University of as president of the Eastern Ail-American status during the Richmond, Coach Smith taught at Intercollegiate Ski Association. 1977 campaign. Oparowski was Westbrook College before her The primary function of the Maine state champion, while arrival at Bates in 1976. In Northeast Alpine Racing Peters was the first-place finisher addition to her coaching and Association is to provide an op- in the New England Small College teaching duties, she also serves portunity for young skiers at Athletic Conference meet. as director of the college's intra- junior levels 1,2,3,4 and 5 to A 1949 graduate of Syracuse mural program. During the sum- compete in alpine races at the University. Coach Slovenski came mer months she is employed at state level. An affiliate of the to Bates in the fall of 1952. Since Camp Wawenock in South Casco. Eastern Ski Association, then, he has been head coach of where she is head of the water- N.A.R.A. has also helped indoor and outdoor track; he front and director of counselor several Maine residents, became head cross country coach training. including Karl Anderson of when that sport was given varsity Coach Smith, who served as Greene and Gail Blackburn of status in 1958. President of MAHPER during the Brunswick, to prominence in Since Coach Slovenski took 1977;78 academic year, was cited alpine racing on a national over the cross country squad. at the organization's annual level. Bates runners have defeated a business meeting last weekend at total of 178 dual meet opponents Orono. while losing to only 47. The Slovenski Bobcats have also won nine Maine state championships in the Flynn Walter Slovenski, Head Coach past ten years, and have been of Cross Country and Track at undefeated against Maine com- Bates College ski coach Bates College, has been named petition since the 1972 season. kMHtoMt ■ «** ■MMM bwa 2i

THE BATES STUDENT. 21 Men's Lacrosse » 19,78 BATES COLLEGE SPRING SPORTS RESULTS

The first varsity season for the Fryer (Wilton, Conn.) were close BASEBALL (10- •10) WOMEN'S LACROSSE (3 -7) Bates men's lacrosse team was a behind with 16 and 14 points, re- Bentley 7 L successful one, in spite of the spectively, while senior Shippen 3 Lyndon State 3 W 13 Bentley 5 W «s TuftS 8 L Bobcats' 2-7 record. Underclass- Bright (Devon, Pa.) was fourth 5 Brandeis 9 L 2 Brown IS L men held the top three places in with 13 points. 14 Merrimack 1 W 0 U.N.H. 16 L 6 Williams 7 L the final scoring statistics, and Sophomore Matt Rodman 1 8 Colby 4 W | 4 W.P.I. 9 L 2 U. Mass. 18 L Coach Web Harrison is (Hingham, Mass.) was the 11 Nichols 14 L 7 Williams 13 L confident that the experiences of leading goaltcnder with a .609 10 Bowdoin 3 W 6 Bridgewater 9 L Bowdoin 13 L the first year will aid the nucleus -.IM-. percentage; however, 12 13 U.M.P.G. 3 W 1 11 Tufts 12 L 4 Bowdoin 5 L of returning players in future senior Dan Welling (Killing- I 7 M.I.T. 2 W seasons. worth, Conn.) did a fine job in 15 Colby 13 w Freshman Peter Helm 27 U.M.P.G. 8 w SOFTBALL (4-6) back-up capacity. 1 S Wesleyan 6 L (Needham, Mass.) was the Highlighting the season were 12 Trinity 5 w 1 Lyndon State 10 L leading scorer for the 1978 a pair of wins over a scrappy 1 i° Trinity 5 w 8 St. Joseph's 16 L i season, as he finished the Nasson team. Close games | 6 Maine 12 L 33 Nasson 2 W j i 7 Bowdoin 4 w 14 Thomas 4 W j campaign with 11 goals and 8 against U.M.O. (a 5-4 overtime 5 Colby 7 L 3 Maine 4 L I assists for 19 points. Junior co- loss) and Dean Junior (9-7 loss) 5 Colby 0 w 1 U.M.P.G. 16 L captains Pete Hemmendinger also provided excitement for the 6 Husson 4 W 4 U.M.P.G. 5 L ! (Fairfield, Conn.) and Bruce Bates fans. GOLF (9-9) 3 Colby 8 L 16 Gordon 8 W 413 M.I.T. 389 L 413 Harvard 384 L S Bentley 6>5 L TENNIS (8-3) 3 Merrimack 4 L 407 Wesleyan 394 L 8 Merrimack 1 W 407 Coast Guard 398 L 6 Conn. Coll. 3 W | 438 Bryant 413 L 8 Bentley 1 w 438 Stonehill 432 L 8 W.P.I. 1 w 438 Babson 439 w 7 U.M.P.G. 2 w j 17 Merrimack 4 w 2 Babson 7 L 18>s U.M.P.G. 2«l w 6 Brandeis 3 W 21 St. Joseph's 0 w 5 U.M.O. 4 W 6 State Tourney 0 w 4 Bowdoin 5 L 12<5 M.I.T. 8«5 w 3 Clark 6 L 10 Florida Tech 8 w 5 Colby 4 W 408 Bowdoin 414 w 408 Colby 431 w TRACK (1-4)

. MEN'S LACROSSE (2- 7) 53 U.N.H. 91 L 53 M.I.T. 59 L 4 Conn. Coll. 8 L 32 Maine 96 L 10 Nasson 6 w 32 Bowdo i n 61 L 6 Lowell 12 L 32 Colby 20 W 7 Dean Jr. 9 L 5 Colby 11 L 12 Nasson 9 w 4 Maine 5 L 4 Colby 10 L 6 Norwich 13 L Tennis in singles, including the singles O'Connell of Bclmont. Mass. has The Bates College Tennis title in the C.B.B. Tournament. been elected captain of the 1979 Squad served and volleyed its Bates also triumphed in Bates College men's tennis team. way to an impressive 8-3 win/loss doubles during the C.B.B. Tour- O'Connell. a 1975 graduate of record for the 1978 season. This nament, with the team of Tim Bclmont High School, played winning season was the third in a Dewey (Worcester. Mass.) and fourth singles for the Bobcats this (News Bureau Photos) Holmes returns a hard one row for Coach George Wigton and Chris Holmes (Marblehead. year, and was a member of the was highlighted by close 5-4 wins Mass.) taking first place. Dewcy third doubles team. He has over Maine and Colby and a and Holmes, both sophomores, compiled a 10-7 record in singles first-time-ever 6-3 win over were equally important to the over the past two seasons, and his Brandeis. team in singles play. The two doubles teams have won 14 Freshman Bud Schultz compiled singles records of 8-3 matches while losing 7. (Mcridcn. Conn.) proved to be and 10-1 respectively, while com- The Bates ncttcrs look forward the Bobcats' standout, enjoying bining for a 9-1 regular-season to the return of a majority of this one of the best individual seasons doubles record. year's squad next season and are in Bates' tennis history. Schultz Coach Wigton recently an- enthusiastic about the oncoming compiled an amazing 19-3 record nounced that junior Mark season's results. 22 THE BATES STUDENT

hits in 25 at-bats this year foi a also the Bobcats' stolen base and freshman shortstop Lillian and 3.29, respectively. Raftery Val Paul (Hampden, Me.) and .440 average. She also reached leader with four. Buckley (Kittery, Me.) with 11 posted a 2-5 record, while freshman Kathy Leonard base on walks eight times to lead Other individual leaders were runs batted in apiece. Madsen won two games and lost (Windsor Locks, Conn.) were the the team in that category. freshman outfielder Sue Doliner Bates' pitchers, junior Mary one in her first season. leading hitters on the 1978 Bates Leonard, a second baseman, (Milton, Mass.) with 17 total Raftery (Collinsville, Conn.) Coach Sherry Yakawonis' College Softball team, according tied for the lead in base hits with bases, 14 runs scored and 13 and freshman Nancy Madsen squad finished the year with a to statistics released today. a total of 13 and finished with a hits, and senior third baseman (Wetherefield, Conn.), finished record of four wins and six Paul, a catcher, collected 11 .433 batting average. She was Sue Howard (Amherst, Mass.) with earned run averages of 3.04 losses. Educational Policy - Continued From Page One quirements. The Faculty first study. The purpose of the Exam- ways of obtaining knowledge social and philosophical achieve- main feature is that courses will adopted distributional require- ination is to help assure that each which should be familiar to every ments of the Western world in be classified on their own merits, ments in 1970, when it voted out student's elected curricular pro- graduate of a strong liberal arts their historical context). Science I rather than by department. the required four-course se- gram, outside of the major, college. If a student can graduate (a course in scientific thinking The requirement is that each quence in "cultural heritage," results in patterns of study and from Bates without having read with attention given to philosophy student successfully complete at the last element in the College's continuities of concern or interest any poetry or knowing his way and history of science). Social least three courses from each of core program. The first review of which the Faculty considers around a laboratory, then the Science I (a study of major social the four conceptual areas. No the DR occurred in 1975, when appropriate to the educated per- Faculty has not performed its thinkers of the modern period), more than two DR courses may be slight modifications were made, son. duty towards that student. and Social Science II (contempor- from the same department. including the clustering of de- As a guide to such study, the Second, a common core of acad- ary methods for the study of Note that departments may partments so as to further define Faculty notes three basic themes emic material with which every society). Additional requirements offer courses in more than one the distribution. of general and lasting signifi- student is familiar would help to would include courses in the area. Each department is to Reviewing the distributional cance to the intellectual life. create a sense of intellectual Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, decide which area each of its DR requirements of the Faculty has These themes suggest patterns of community among the students. Math and Foreign Language. courses best fits. The areas: (I) been an occasion for the EPC to courses or independent studies Both students and Faculty at PROPOSALm The Natural World. Domains of reconsider general education in preparatory to the Examination: Bates have complained about the This proposal presents a knowledge arising from study of Bates College. In this matter, the living and inanimate nature. (2) Committee holds three funda- /^1&£1 VlEU., €&ttARD... The Social World. Domains of mental convictions: (1) there are ( 5IJ0W MOMMy" MAT ykO'Ve knowledge arising from study of areas of knowledge and under- V USA&tipD TO D sponsibility to elect courses from the present DR does not do what among the disciplinary offerings. the Faculty said it should do. In 1boSooAlo-;u\YAf£ Proposed Requirements: I. reaffirming the importance of a General Education Courses: four general education component in courses and one STU in freshman the student's curricular exper- and sophomore years - (1) any iences, the Committee believes a Freshman Seminar, fall or winter new policy is appropriate. semester, (2) any Freshman Tu- The final part of this interim torial, short term (or exemption). report is a set of four proposals. (3) The Sovereignty of the Gods, These have been designed by freshman winter. (4) The Sover- members of the Committee as eignty of the State, sophomore examples of general education fall, and (5) The Sovereignty of programs. These examples are Reason, sophomore winter. II. not Committee-approved alterna- Distributional Concentration: four tives for Faculty policy. No one of courses designated at major de- them is in any other form except (I) critical appreciation of basic lack of such a community in modification of our present distri- claration date - Any approved set that of a suggestion. At the same ways to gain knowledge and recent years. Thirds, there are bution requirements. Require- of four courses outside the major, time, the Committee believes understanding, including scienti- fundamental connections among ments: (l) twelve DR courses unified by a principle, and includ- there are elements in one or more fic methods and humanistic forms the various methods of human distributed according to the areas ing at least two courses outside of them which could form the of interpretation, (2) critical ap- inquiry which can be lost sight of described below, and (2) compe- the division of the major and at nucleus of a new general educa- preciation of traditions of western by students who go through the tence in expository English to be least two courses beyond the tion requirement. civilization, and (3) informed present program at Bates. A attained by the end of the first introductory level. perspectives upon the structures strong core program ensures that year of college work. The above excerpts from the PROPOSALI and dynamics of contemporary these connections would be Any system of DR is bound to four committee member pro- The general education aspect world situations. brought to the attention of the be arbitrary and subject to contro- posals have been briefly sum- of the undergraduate experience students. versy over its classification of marized, with the intent of pro- would be served by the degree PROPOSALn The core courses would disciplines. The current and pro- viding a general idea of the requirement of satisfactory It is both possible and neces- include seven courses to be taken posed systems are no exceptions. proposals. Detailed explanations achievement on the Junior Gen- sary to justify a strong central by all students. These would be This proposal offers an alterna- of each proposal are available eral Examination, normally taken core of courses. First, there are Humanities l-IV (involving a con- tive which may be more effective upon request from the Student near the end of the junior year of certain works of the mind and sideration of the literary, artistic. in guaranteeing breadth. The Box 309.

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basement was renovated so as to meet the needs of the College Commons. Built, were a dining mum with adjacent kitchen and serving rooms, and all men who ate on campus ate there. For the next few years, residents of John Bertram saw many improvements on their residence. The rooms and corridors were painted and whitewashed, and nearly all of the rooms were papered. A gift of $1,000 was used to furnish all student rooms, thus alleviating the previous embarassment of poor students (up to this time, students were forced to furnish their own rooms). From 1916-1918. hard- pine sheathing about four feet high was placed to line the first, second and third floor corridors and stairways. Another time of major construc- tion on the dorm was from It's a feeling that slowly descends upon 1932 1935. First of all. in 1932- you. The exams, the pop tests, the required 1933 the building was jacked up reading, the hours at the library, the thesis— to its original level, for a few they won't go away. years earlier the floors had begun But you can. This weekend, take off, say sagging, indicating that some- thing was wrong with the founda- hello to your friends, see the sights, have a tion. During this time, the dorm great time. You'll arrive with money in your was rewired throughout: a major- pocket because your Greyhound trip doesn't ity of rooms were refinished: and take that much out of it. three corridors were refinished If you're feeling tired, depressed and with wallboard. In the Commons exhausted, grab a Greyhound and split. It's a Dining Hall, a new cement floor was added: a steel ceiling was sure cure for the blahs. installed: and the room received new lighting equipment. Later, in Greyhound Service |934-'35. an asphalt shingle roof Ofw- Round- You Can rou was laid; the grounds around the To w.» Trip Um An** Boston dormitory were re-landscaped; 1380 26 25. 9:15 A.M. 1:15PM Hartford 22 15 asphalt ualks were placed and f>| High Street - Lisbon 4210 11:05 A.M. 6:30 P.M New Haven 7.38 P.M. steel ceilings were put up in many 2485 47.25 11:05 A M. Worcester dormitory rooms. 17 20 32.70 6:00 P M 11;25PM. CBa New York Years passed with no major 32 40 61.60 9:15 AM 6:35 P.M. Ask your agent about additional departures and return trips alterations, and in the Summer of For the best in ROCK entertainment hear IP> ces subiecl to change ) 1951 the first floor - formerly NIGHT OWL Greyhound Agent Address Phone Commons - was remodeled. Nine- and dance new rooms were built, providing "The Corral' where stable people home around!! accommodations for twenty-four men. and allowing adequate- storage space. GO GREYH0UHD 24 THE BATES STUDENT

Degrees E.A.C. Simon Energy Politics Continued from Page 6 Continued from Page .'J Continued from Page A Continued from Page 5 Continued from Page 5 nic at Tintagel." sum to be used for departmental weeks." groups arc "intervenors" in the confidence in her work, and the Outstanding among his perfor- activities, parties, speakers, Speaking about the Legislature PUC proceedings on CMP's rate whole thing is a total shock and mances during his twenty-five films, etc. The total amount more closely. Mr. Simon says that request. surprise." years with the New York City would not be large even if $50 one of the challenges that he The intervenors are arguing Yudysky said in a letter that he Ballet are the title role of "Apol- were given to each member. would face if elected would be that if "conservation rates" were has worked diligently for the lo" and that of Jason in We suggest that depart- "...reconciling fiscal responsi- put into effect, the rate hike Gartlev campaign, soliciting and "Medea." D'Amboise widened mental (or building) lounges be bility with social passion. One would not be necessary. As it is working on voting lists. his range with experimental bal- constructed in appropriate spaces way to do this is to increase the now. the more electricity used, '"I would like to apologize to the lets as well as traditional dances, to create a scries of places where efficiency of delivery of public- the lower the rate. The inter- Henderson people as I am sure and he began to choregraph faculty and students can interact, services." The bureaucratic venors would like to turn this they take pride in conducting an works in 1956. where departmental references methods of such delivery are around. honest campaign and would cer- In January of this year, Jacques can be put. where informal con- something with which he has had For more information on "The tainly never consider planting d'Amboise became Dean of tact and low-budget social events a great deal of experience. He Energy Rally." call 622-5798 or anyone in the Gartlev head- Dance at the School of Arts at the can be planned. This would help was the Administrative Assistant write Common Cause. 72 quarters." he said. "Mark. I have State University of New York at break down the sense that the in the Central Data Processing Winthrop St.. Augusta. Maine lost a lot of respect and a lot of Purchase, a seven-year-old insti- campus, like student life, breaks Division of the State of Nebraska 04330. faith in the political campaign tution which is the only profes- into two parts which never touch for six months. He attended process." sional school of performing arts in each other. Harvard graduate school, where the SUNY system. he studied government and public Administration I reprinted by permission of the lx-wiston Daily Sun I D'Amboise also has appeared in STUDENT-FACULTY CON- administration with James Q. Continued from Page I films and television, has conduct- TACTS: Wilson and Don K. Price. During ed lecture-demonstrations in Cocktail parties seem to be a these years of study, his areas of to the Office. Much has been Lady Luck public schools, and often has singularly poor institution for specialization were public ad- started in the academic, Continued from Page 14 been a guest teacher at ballet student-faculty discussion in any ministration,, bureaucracy, and residential and social support schools. depth. Dinners would work far British politics which, in itself, is areas of student life. Our test next describes winning as "a good better. Besides our suggestion of deeply laden with bureaucracy. year will be to make these new feeling." Both he and his wife MADELEINE RICHARD commons dinners (for professors And. finally, like most in- programs work to help students were very pleased about being FREEMAN and students), we suggest a small dividuals, he has to "...deal with achieve their goals more efficient- able to put the money in the bank, Madeleine Richard Freeman. fund to allow faculty to invite bureaucracy day after day after ly. Il has been busy and innova- because they plan to use the Bates '47, is the first woman small groups of students to their day." tive in our office this year, and I money when their youngest president of the Maine Municipal homes for dinner, or to allow A final thought which sums up believe that suggests it has been daughter gels married next sum- Association and very active in students to invite faculty to a Mr. Simon's political demeanor: successful. I know it has been mer. civic affairs. dorm for dinner, as is occasionally "I can't tell people how I'm going fun." Henry enjoys playing the lot- Mrs. Freeman was president of done now in Women's Union. to vote. It would be dishonest. I tery. He doesn't smoke or drink, the League of Women Voters in (Kitchenettes in all housing would have to wait and see the so. as he puts it. "'what the Maine from 1967-1969, and a would aid this a great deal.) We individual statutes, see the word- Gym heck." He also feels that the member of the Maine Advisory arc not urging a regular system, ing." lottery helps the state. Even Continued from Page hi Council on the Status of Women but urging resources be made The Student wishes Mr. Simon though Henry is still buying the from 1969-1973. In 1970 she was available to that these dinners the best of luck in this and any same number of tickets, everyone According to Vice-President the first woman to be elected to could happen fairly frequently, future elections. in his family started buying. Even but organized each time by for Business Affairs Bernie the Orono Town Council, was Carpenter, the new gym will a relative in Connecticut sent up different groups. reelected for two successive Admissions represent not only a functional, two dollars to try his luck, in the terms, and served as chairman modern athletic building, but a state of Maine. FACILITIES AND ATMOS- Continued from Page II from 1972-1974. place that students and faculty PHERE: Born in Allenstown. New main consideration is, in the will enjoy coming to. A review of We suggest that if some Hampshire. Mrs. Freeman major- words of Dean Davis, that "We the planned building serves as money were spent to humanize ed in history and government at hope that we admit people as well excellent evidence that this will the classroom spaces somewhat, Bates, was elected to Phi Beta as students." be the case. Kappa. Delta Sigma Rho. and the there might be an improved self- women's honoray Bates Key. She image from those who have to live also has studied at Columbia in them. Similar considerations sug- Teachers College and the Univer- i*l' 'ULi ■ '■"■'II'1""*. gest letting the students have sity of Maine. I . i-rrmITT riniiiTtt.iiiTai At present she is on' the CETA more say in the decoration of Manpower Advisory Council of dorm lounges. Penobscot County, is chairman of Student interaction might be the Maine Commission on Gov- enhanced by allowing groups with ernmental Ethics and Election a common academic or personal Practices, and currently is an interest to room together in one of appointee to the Maine Supreme the houses, for a year's duration, /\ RESTAURANT Judicial Court's Select Commis- as is now done at Carleton. sion on Professional Responsibil- Much has been said about a ity. student pub. While we do not believe it would be a cureall. the Open Sunday idea does seem to us worth Kingsbury consideration. «2tetk1

Continued from Page 11 ORGANIZATIONAL SUGGES- TIONS: ing here back in 1944." The At present, scheduling is Where Every Meal Is An Adventure professor jokingly said that he has haphazard, resulting in gaps fol- about a year's work to do on his lowed by intense weeks of activ- house and that he has been ity. More use should be made of "...threatening for years to be- the C.S.A. office, or some central BANQUET & COCKTAIL come a cabinetmaker." Perhaps schedule office, so that when SALES LOUNGE now he will have time to practice events are planned they will be MEETING DAILY LUNCH the craft. As for Bates, he will be scheduled with an eye to what FACILITIES remaining in Lewiston and else is going on. The faculty are SPECIALS around the college. In fact, he has particularly at fault in ignoring agreed to supervise a thesis if a what other events are happening student requests that he do so. when they plan lectures and He added: "It's got to be some- films. There could also be more • BEEF WELLINGTON thing I'm intrigued by too. Other- work on centralizing publicity so wise the department can handle that more information would be DAILY LUNCH it." available in convenient form. SPECIALS Thank-you Professor Kings- How many events have poor bury for fourteen years of dedica- attendance because no one ever Our Specialty: Complete Sea Food & Steaks tion not only to your job, but to knew they were happening? French Cuisine your students. You have contri- The Ad-Hoc Committee is buted to the lives of hundreds of continuing discussion and plan- Bates students in your tenure ning, and this report la by no here at the college, and we wish means final. Any Interested stu- 773 WASHINGTON, AUBURN 784-2110 you all the happiness and joy that dents and/or faculty should con- you deserve in your retirement tact the chairman of the commit- Located Two Miles From Exit 12, Maine Turnpike Best of luck in the future. tee, David A. Kolb.