Afisrmatiye Action Will Host Anti-Racism Workshop
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AfiSrmatiye Action will host anti-racism workshop By ALEX HENDERSON said OstrofT, a member of the math primarily being aimed at faculty and become chief executives at universities. Senior Staff Writer • department. administration — "those who influence Jacobs reported dn her participation in \ Pan-African studies Professor policy" — because "that's where it is most the Summer Institute for Women In An anti-racism workshop is being Rosentene Pumell, who also serves on important." Higher Education at Bryn Mawr College planned for early November by the the board, said the workshop is being Ostroff said students also may be in Pennsylvania. The prt^am, which -Educational Subconunittee of the Equal planned to "sensitize" faculty, ad invited to ttw progf am. ' "^ -concluded July 25, was intended to Employment Opportunity/Affirmative prepare women for positions as chief ministration and staff to the "the issUes The workshop will be led by Ricky Action Advisory Board. regarding racism on campus." executives at colleges. Board members discussed the program Sherover-Marcuse, a counselor, teacher ft. during their meeting Wednesday but did Pumell said racism "does exist rather and group leader who has taught "It was an hdnor to be there," Jacobs not set an exact date for the workshop, frequently" at CSUN. philosophy at several colleges. She has said. "I enjoyed every minute of it."—^--- which will be called "Un-leaming "It's not overt," she said. "ThS~ conducted similar workshops at other In other business, the board discussed Racism." workshop will help us understand the universities. an upcoming search for a director of the Board member David Ostroff said the form it exists in on campus. Many people The board also discussed the par Educational Opportunities Program, a prc^ram was originally scheduled for last do not realize that they are racists, and ticipation of Jacqueline Jacobs, acting position currently fieW by Jacobs. semester but was postponed. this will help them address that." director of Special Programs, in a July Jacobs said she will re-apply for the "This is a softy topic for some people," The racism program, Pumell said, is program designed to prepare women to position when the time comes. CSUN celebrates Mexico's freedom ByjIMBADHAM StaffWriter Mexican Independence Day was celebrated Wed nesday with a mariachi band, poetry reading, and Mexican food and beer in the University Student Union. MEChA adviser Frank Muniz called the event a big success?.saying he had seen a lot of interaction between people. "It's a good chance for new students to meet old ones," Muniz said, "and not only those within the Chicano student population." .The anniversary celebration was organized by MEChA in Coordination with the USU and Associated Students. The event is held in honor of the 1810 uprising which eventually led to the expulsion of Spanish colonialists in 1821 4nd to the independence of the southwestern section of North America. * MEChA Chair Gilbert Acuna said the celebration was initially scheduled for Sept. 16, the official date of recognition, but took place yesterday because Wed nesdays are traditionally "heavy traffic" days on campus. The impromptu nature of the event, he said, made him anxious and nervous. He said it was like giving a party and hoping everybne would show up. However, ap proximately 75-150 students attended the event, nearly filling San Fernando Valley Hall during the peak of lunch HktJKV MAROUEZ/Dally Sundial hour. GOING FIRST CLASS - CSUN President James W. wheeled people across campus this week to "It gives me a better feeling about things," Acuna said. Cleary and Dr. Gail Fonosch of the home raise money for the CSUN Center of Achievement "It helps bring out that pride ttmt much more. It's economics department hitch a ride on a Theta for the Phystealiy Disabled, an organization in something cultural to relate to." Chi pedicab Wednesday. Fraternity members need of money for improved facilities. Terrorism explored in 6SUN police seminak^ By MARK KODAMA ^terrorist activity occurs less often in the agencies can participate in decisions Staff Writer United States than in Europe and the affecting the outcome and resolution of 'Middle East, the danger still exists. problems. The CSUN Department of Public He said universities are prime targets "It's essential that police have a Safety is hosting a seminar today to since they arc a "natural forum for ideas." number of different techniques at their discuss techniques and strategies small The seminar will cover the problems fingertips as well as an overview," >- law enforcement agencies can use against unique to smaller law enforcement Margolis said, adding that the goal of the terrorism and violent dismptions on agencies with limited resources, Margolis seminar is to give the law enforcement campuses or in small municipalities. said, adding that agencies need to know officers an understanding of why During the seminar, Officer Stephan when to seek assistance from larger decisions are made under given cir- Margolis and Campus Police Investigator Dgencies. curiistances. Roger Mason will discuss current in Margolis sfiid that if an act of terrorism Margolis said about 30 representatives ternational trends in fighting terrorism, shoukl occur within a smaller agency's from 10 law enforcement agencies will be . altematives to direct confrontatiotis and jurisdiction, that agency would probably attending today's seminar, including coordinating assistance from outside be the first on the scene. He said the representatives from Pierce College, San agencies. agency must determine wlKther to take Diego State University, the Hermosa Margolis, a specialist in intemational action or call in a larger agency. Beach Police Department and UC Santa STEPHAN MARQOUS terrorist techniques, said that although But he said small law enforcement Barbara. Fisktale Justice stary Tradt record Something seenis fishy s£out Maria McKee serves Jastice at Coach keeps an eye on CSUN revisionist history. the Palace track and cross country. PH»ti Page 7 Back Page 2 Dally Sundial, Thursday, September 12, 1985 campus calendar Today Interested In human resources field encouraged more Information, call Wayne at (818) FA 315. All majors welcome. Review of last to atterid. Refreshments. 366-4894. year's accomplishments and plans for this year. CSUN Bowling Club — Introductory meetings Sigma Alpha Mu — Fall rush begins Sept. Sunburst Yearbook — The yeartxjok committee Your input is welcome. will continue today at 6 p.m. USU Al 16, Monday 12-18. Tonight's theme Is Female Mud will meet In the USU San Andreas Room at 5 Loyal Ordor —An alternative music club for the Sept. 16, 3 p.m. USU A113 and Tuesday Sept. Wrestling. All parties start at 8:30. Please bring p.m. Writers, photographers and marketing alternative mind. First meeting at 11 a.m. in USU 17, 5 p.m. USU A116. Attendance at one CSUN ID. 18152 Nordhoff St. students are needed, so please join us. A115. meeting Is sufficient. If you are either Interested Dolta Sigma M — Delta Sigma Pi co-ed Readers Theatre — Auditions for the production InstHiita Of Electrical And Electronic Engineers in bowling in a league or competing in tour business fraternity invites all business or of John Mersey's "Hiroshima" will be held on — First meeting of the year will take place at naments, please attend one of the meetings and economics majors to "Meet the Members," at 7 today from 3-5 p.m,, Friday noon-4 p.m. and noon In the USU Reseda Room. All engineering learn more. Open to students, faculty and staff. p.m. In USU Al 13. Monday 3-5 p.m. In SS333A. For information," students encouraged to attend. Will discuss PMWMNMI and Industrial Relations Club — First Iota CM Christian Fratamlty — Meeting tonight call ext. 2859 or2853. calendar of events for this year. There are also meeting is in SS245, 11 a.m.-noon. All majors at CSUN for all interested men and women. For Forensics Team — A workshop will be held offices on the IEEE staff that are open. Thursday at 2 p.m. in SS 333. Persons in Change of Program Daadlbia — The deadline^ terested in intercollegiate competition in speech for Adds and Basis of Grading Changes is Friday, ~ events or debates should attend. Sept. 20. The deadline for Drops with no per WMBeOJEfe'i'^ Hlllal CouncH — Thursday is "Movie Night." mission is Friday, Sept. 13; Drops with Instructor Conr»e join us in USU A116 for Goldle Hawn's permission, Friday, Sept. 20. Last day to apply "Protocol," at 7:30 p.m. Of course, popcorn will for a rfefund of, resident fees is Sept. IT be available;— Remember to have a permit ID card to file for KCSN-88.S — Music featured; The Crossroads change of program. Any questions, call ext. — Country, folk and blues with Paul Valentine, 3775. ...^^.-^-^jM.-^...^-— —-•••. 8-11 a.m.: Red Eye Express with Ben Bridwell 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; and Pat Kowalick, 2-5 p.m. PI Sigma Alpha — The first semester meeting Weekend for the National Political Science Honor Society will be held at 7 p.m. in the USU Granada Room. henlan Student Association Of Northridge — "Back to the Future" party begins at 8:30 p.m. Saturday In the USU. All proceeds are donations Ftiday to the club. HUM CouncH — Jewish New Year's Eve DanceT Armenian StudiMits Association — Important Join us Saturday for a fantastic evening with a meeting will be held at 2 p.m. in the USU Santa live DJ and New Year's motif. More information, MUG 75 V Clarita Room. Annual general elections will take call (818) 886-5101. _ Wa stock 26 difftrant iwmd* of importad t domestic boars. place. Our ASA is one of the strongest among Catholic Newman Center — Fifteenth an southern universities and we want you to be part niversary celebration! Come celebrate our of us.