B4NDDR4S BCX Vol. XXXII No. 8 York College of the City University of New York Jamaica, Queens May 31,1989 Occupy Academic Core And Lock Out Faculty

By Rozaan Mohamed people need to prevent poverty and social Managing Editor ills," Vernon said. On Friday, April 28, a group of York The whole Academic Core was seen as students staged a take over of the an administration building by the Academic Core building to protest protesters. proposed tuition increases and budget "I had been assured by Donald Vernon cuts for the City University of New York. that students were not going to take over the facility," Bassin reported. "1 was in At approximately 3 am on Saturday, support of the issues they were fighting April 29, the students padlocked the gates for, hut not the interruption of classes." to the Academic Core and refused to The issues that were cited by the allow members of the Administration, protesting students were the three basic- faculty and staff to enter. CUNY demands •- no tuition increase, no "Prior to this, we had tried everything budget cuts and amnesty for ail students in the book—letter writing campaigns, involved in the protest. sending bus loads of students to Albany—and we were basically ignored," From Friday, April 28. when y.->rk said Donald Vernon, president of Stu- joined the protest, to Tuesday. May 2, the dent Government. "This was our last tuition increase issue was vocalized more desperate attempt." strongly than the others. On Tuesdax The CUNY student protests were night, Cuomo vetoed the S200 per triggered by Governor Cuomo's proposal student increase. Many students returned of $45 million in budget cuts for the City co school on Wednesday thinking that n. The New York State classes would resume. But. the student atufe restored $37.6 million of this protesters were still occupying the Core Donald Vernon, YSG President addresses a group of students on the first day of York protest. amount. However, CUNY was still faced building. They were now protesting cuts with an $18 million deficit. In addition, in CUNY's budget. students who attended the meeting "were Guy R. Brewer Blvd. entrance. Eventu- "Governor Cuomo vetoed the $200 the Legislature had proposed a $200 per from a wide cross-section of students." ally, they returned to the Central Mall student tuition increase. tuition increase, not the budget cuts." a "The idea decided on was to take the where they were addressed by President protest leader told the students standing At York, the budget cuts would result H-wing from Friday and to go on until Bassin. in 33 faculty and 10 clerical members outside the fence at the Liberty Ave. Cuomo vetos the tuition increase or "This reminds me of when 1 was in losing their jobs, the elimination of 80 entrance. "The struggle is not over as yet." something happens in the Legislature," college," he said. "We are very supportive class sections, rescheduling of 60% of "The bill was vetoed last night, now reported Reid. of the issues you are protesting." day classes to night sessions and extensive what? And then when they get that, what The students then began chanting and After the rally had ended, Vernon said, cuts in services. These cuts in services then?" asked Norman Harrison, a marching through the campus. They "I told the students to go back to the H- would affect security, library hours, the psychology major. This sentiment headed to the Central Mall where they wing to give the administration the purchase of library books and supplies expressed the general feeling of many of informed the rest of the students gathered impression that we were j ust going to take and equipment. the students who stood outside the fence. in the area of the reasons for the protest. over the H-wing." Donald Vernon explained that the After efforts of CUNY students to They also encouraged the students to join However, when the secretaries and the protest leaders should have had the meet with Governor Cuomo were the protest. President left, the students returned to foresight to stress both issues equally. ignored, a group of about twelve enraged "There will be no interruption of Room 1G04. Another meeting was held. "I would like to point out that students City College students took over the classes," emphasized Donald Vernon. It was attended by 30-45 students who should not be too hard on us," said Administration building at that campus "All we are asking is for your support for had stayed behind after the rally had Vernon. "This was our first experiep.ee on Monday, April 24. They refused to two days." ended. surrender the building until Cuomo met doing something so bold. There ought to The group of protesters, which now "It was then that we decided to take the with them. This action sparked similar be mistakes and this was one oi them." consisted of approximately 70 students, school," said Reid. take-overs throughout CUNY. But, in addition to the budget cuts, the proceeded to the H-wing where President Vernon stated that there were several protesters also had some local demands. "During the week, groups of students Bassin came out of his office to lend his reasons behind this decision: First, the These demands were submitted to from around school came in and asked us support. protesters knew that they had the support President Bassin, Provost Bodi, Dean what we intended to do about the "He told us that the administration and of members of the administration and Haley and Dean Hall at a 3 am meeting protests," said Ian Reid, president of the faculty supported the issues," said Reid. faculty. Black Student Caucus. on Wednesday, May 3, in Room 1G04. "And that he would inform security to "If we had let them come in, they would "'We were afraid that should the According to Reid, he and Donald cooperate with us." have had to choose between possibly situation start to crumble, we would not Vernon had arranged for a meeting "This was only as far as their marching losing their jobs and stomping on their have had the time to negotiate iocai among "students in this immediate area through the building was concerned, not moral position of supporting the students demands while the situation had a certain (Room 1G04)" on Thursday, April 27. for them to stay," clarified Bassin. in the protest," said Vernon. "We did not However, this meeting did not material- amount of strength." explained Vernon. Up to this point, York's administration want to put them in this position." ize. No notices or flyers were distributed had not been told of the students' The protesters also recognized that "A number ol" the demands had to the student body at large. intention to occupy the H-wing. students have a right to go to class. But already been taken care of," said Bassin. On Friday, April 28, Reid said, "We "It was perceived that we would take they felt that if people in the'50's and He went on to point out that the local went around school and vocally tried to over the H-wing since this was the general '60's did not make "sacrifices", we would demands were the kinds of issues that rally student support." Approximately action throughout CUNY," Reid pointed not be here today. could have been discussed without a take- over of the school. thirty students responded and a meeting out. "We didn't think it was too much to ask was held in Room 1G03 to decide on a When the students left the H-wing, students to give up two days-one week to Vernon said that the protesters could course of action. Reid contends that the they marched to the plaza in front of the protect the avenue that thousands of continued on page 11 page 2 PANDORA'S BOX May 31,1989 Letters To The Editor StrikeHadHistory OnltsSide Bassin Balks A t Shutdown To the York College Community: Late Thursday evening (May 4), Dear Editors: accept the ultimate punishment that For the purpose of clarification, I students vacated the Academic Core. To the York College community, I could have been brought against them. would like to explain my position on the While there was no damage to property and the facilities were left in a clean bring you greetings and wishes of good Throughout the protest, they voted recent protest movement at York Col- condition, the protest caused hardship for health. unanimously over and over to make this lege, which resulted in the cancellation of many students. The semester had to be On April 28, the student leadership of sacrifice for their fellow students, their classes for five days. extended and commencement York College was forced into a course of families, their community and the future. To summarize events briefly, student action which was a last desperate attempt leaders began their protest on Friday, rescheduled. to stop the budget cuts and tuition There were some students who dis- April 28. Initially, their stated goal was to I must state that from the outset I was increase. agreed with this last desperate action prevent the imposition of a $200 tuition in full agreement with the issue of no taken by their fellow students. The It is important to point out that all increase. The students understood that tuition increase and the restoration of students took this position because many possible diplomatic avenues were neither the University nor the College had funds to the University's budget. How- were inconvenienced by the delay in explored before such action was taken. A any control over this matter, and they ever, while sympathizing with the stu- graduation. To these students, I would letter-writing campaign was initiated indicated that their protest was not dents' aims, as President of this institu- like to express our apologies. throughout CUNY. Local political directed at the York administration. tion, I adamantly opposed the leaders formed coalitions to lobby their However, I would like to remind these However, they felt compelled to join with interruption of classes. In particular, after colleagues in the state capital. students that if the students in 1969 had their fellow CUNY student representa- the Governor's veto of the tuition Administrations from CUNY schools not taken over the administration tives in making this stand. increases, the continued lockout of organized groups of students, faculty and building at City College, and demanded By Monday morning, protests had students from classes was totally unwar- staff to visit Albany and to lobby the state open enrollment, most of us would not spread to the majority of CUNY cam- ranted. The local demands presented by legislature. Student Governments from have access to this institution today. puses. York students had chained the the protesting students concerned issues most CUNY schools sent bus loads of I would also like to remind the entrances to the Academic Core, thereby that could have been addressed without students to present their case in Albany. dissenting students that had Dr. King, preventing the holding of classes. It depriving students of their right to attend All of the above diplomatic efforts Malcolm X and the men, women and should be noted that at City College, classes. were ignored. The state legislature children of the 60's and 70's not given where the protests began, classes con- Now that the Governor has vetoed the approved a state budget that called for a their lives and inconvenienced society, tinued throughout the protest period. tuition increase and restored funds to the tuition increase and cuts in services most of us would not be in the positions Governor Cuomo vetoed the tuition budget, it is time for us to look to the throughout CUNY. we occupy today. increase Tuesday evening, thereby meet- future and move on with the academic ing the major demand of the students. program. The closing of York and fifteen other Recognizing the importance of time in Yet, students at York found it necessary Sincerely, CUNY schools by students was an this fast-paced world, I by no means to continue their protest and added local Milton G. Bassin, attempt to amplify the fact that a intend to minimize the sacrifice made by issues to their demands. President devastating attack on the poor and students of York College. However, out working class citizens of this city was of this sacrifice came some benefits here about to be carried out. at York. CUNY has a very unique student Freshmen and Sophmores played key population where the average student is leadership roles in this project. Our 26 years old. Although most students negotiating team was able to get the York work, 40% of them come from families College administration to concede to a list making less than $12,000 per year. Many of demands which will be published in are single parents and about 20,000 are on Pandora's Box. 20,000 students from Public Assistance. different cultural and racial backgrounds Another reason for the students to take were able to unite around a common goal such an action was the changing of the and march to Governor Cuomo's office mission of CUNY. At its incep- at the World Trade Center. tion, CUNY was intended to provide an avenue for the sons and daughters of Later that night, the Governor vetoed immigrants, and the poor of the city, to the $200 tuition increase. Late Sunday enter the main stream of American life. night, May 14, the Governor also rolled For this reason, there was no tuition back all cuts in CUNY's budget. charged to any student in the CUNY During and after that project, student system. protesters at York College enjoyed the The mission of this great institution support of the vast majority of our was well accomplished. Many of our students, the grass roots community, the leaders utilized it to get where they are religious leaders and the local businesses today. in the area. In 1973, the mission of CUNY was The following individuals and organi- compromised when tutition was intro- zations supported us in a time of need. York College's Official Student Newspaper duced for the first time. At the time, the Therefore, it is incumbent upon us to rational and the motives of this move support them: Juicy Beef Patties, Tastees, Editor-in-Chief Lisa Toppin were questioned by the students of Dunkin Donuts, Arctic Beverage, L.B. Managing Editor Rozaan Mohamed CUNY. The rationale and motives were Griffin Contracting Co. Inc., Omawalie Feature Editor Silvia Orellana questioned because the revenues gener- Clay, Rev. Charles L. Norris Sr., Rev. Photo Editor John Crow ated from the implementation of a tuition Merritt, W.T. Griffin Jr., African Poetry Advertising Louis Thevenot just about equaled the expense of Theatre and the December 12th News Editor Willis Burris administering the new tuition policy. Coalition. Community Affairs As the power structure continues its Editor Paula Goings In closing, I would like to say that as attempt to compromise the mission of Science Editor Paula Ann Bennett future leaders in this society we have a CUNY, and the quality of higher educa- Entertainment Editor Sean N. White normal obligation to protect the future. tion, students perceive these actions as a Arts Editor Liana Roa This way our children may have a nded In 1847 Faculty Advisor Glenn Lewis threat to their community and the future civilized world to live in. education of their children. Understanding the situation facing us, Sincerely, York College . 94-20 Guy R. Brewer the students who occupied the Academic Donald Vernon Jamaica, New York . 718-262-2529 Core of York College were willing to President YSG May 31,1989 PANDORA'S BOX page 3 Pandora's Special Op-Ed Page Anonymous Few Caff York Strike Too Few Cared Price Of Strike Dear Editor: Dear Editors: By Lisa Toppin Wednesday? I am angered and disappointed by the Growing up in the Caribbean in the Editor-in-Chief Amnesty! After Wednesday, the York student body. A large majority of late fifties and early sixties, I learned the On the day before the strike, Donald remaining protesters seemed to be the students didn't lend their support to story of the reluctant farmer and how he Vernon, Student Government president, holding out for an iron-clad amnesty the protest. It was as if they didn't care. lost his farm: "For the want of a nail the informed York students that classes agreement. It is understandable that students who shoe was lost, for the want of a shoe the would not be disrupted. He said that a Still, I'd like to know who was making have families couldn't fully participate, horse was lost, for the want of a horse the demonsration would only need student decisions for the entire college but there's no excuse for the others. farmer was late..." Then, the tellers of the support until that Tuesday at midnight. community? If I was out in the street and someone story would improvise to suit the This was the deadline for Governor No one seems to be willing to take the was trying to take money out of my occasion — "because the farmer was late Cuomo to either approve or veto the credit for any decisions. Everyone pocket, I would fight back. This situation he could not put out the small fire that tuition increase. Pandora's Box was able to pin down was was no different. Governor Cuomo was started in the shed. So, the fire spread, Vernon's initial plan met with approval very adept at passing the buck. The credit trying to take $200 out of our pockets. and the farm was lost." from the students present, the administra- or blame for the entire affair was placed More than that, he was trying to rob us York College's participation in the tion, and many faculty members. How- on the collective shoulders of a committee of our education. recent strike by students of the CUNY ever, most York College students had no without any readily identifiable members. This was a cause that deserved and system reminds me of this story. idea that a strike was brewing at the time. There were a number of committees required our eyes, ears, voices and For us the farm is not yet lost, but the Many of the protest "leaders" devel- running the show: the Steering commit- numbers to make a change. But only a possibility exists. Because of poor oped small followings because they gave tee, the Negotiating committee and the handful of students seemed willing to do judgement, inflated egos, misdirected fiery speeches based on the premise that Executive committee. But nobody is this. leadership and a lack of respect for due in the past everyone was able to attend willing to have his or her name attached I came into school three days into the process, students could lose the whole CUNY for free. to any of the above. protest and saw students watching movie farm and everything on it. The speech makers neglected to check Once again a small anonymous group tapes and listening to reggae music. They There was a time when Student their facts. In the past only the top ten has made decisions that affect all of us. should have been out bringing attention Government, faculty, and the administra- percent of New York City's high school The average student had no say in any to our problems. tion, were in three different camps. graduates were eligible to attend most of actions that were taken by the groups The CUNY mass protest-came on May However, there had been a "healing of the the senior colleges without paying tuition. running the strike. 2 and other colleges showed force and wounds" lately and it seemed that better Nevertheless, the speakers were able to A coalition of members of Student Unity as they flowed out to the train days were coming. stir the emotions of many students. Government, the Caribbean Club, Stu- stations at the World Trade Center. They In a letter to the editor in the Feb. 24 The protesters gave everyone the dents for Change and the Haitian Club showed us what a protest should be. They issue of Pandora's Box, Donald Vernon impression that they planned to occupy decided that classes should be suspended expressed themselves with their banners said "... As many of our students know, the H-wing (the administrative wing) of for a week. The opinions of students and chants. the relationship between students and the the Academic Core. It seemed that they outside this core group were not taken Where was York? I found out later that Administration has not always been would carry on the protest against the into serious consideration. we were mixed in with other schools. good. I am happy to say that personally tuition increase without disrupting By Wednesday, most students found it There was no reason we couldn't show this is no longer the situation. There exists classes. difficult or impossible to enter the ourselves as a separate college. a spirit of cooperation throughout the But, by Monday, the strategy had building, let alone express an opinion. I went on to march anyway, holding up York College Community. Some serious changed without any warning. Members Unfortunately, this issue of Pandora's a red York sweatshirt as our banner. Yet, problems regarding the quality of service of Student Government, various clubs, Box will not be available until after I still can't grasp that out of a student delivered to students 'does' still exist. and their followers decided to take over Student Government elections. So, most body of about five thousand none could However, from all indications, the the Academic Core. of these people will be back in the Senate be organized to show that our school is possibility that these problems can be The situation began to deteriorate at next year. alive. solved expeditiously is strong." that point. By Tuesday, the strikers had Many of the people who vote at York Sincerely The recent student protest was the one lost what minimal student support they do so without any information about the Christopher Chaney situation that would have cemented the had managed to secure. On Wednesday candidates. In most cases they cannot newly opened channels of communica- evening, many students thought that the attach a face to the name on the ballot. tion between students and administra- strike was over. The protest was success- The best that we can hope for is that the tion. But, we blew it. The damage to the ful and there would be no tuition recent strike will remind students to pay GoodSy Gerry tenuous relationship was so extensive it increase. closer attention to the decisions being will take a lot of work to heal the new What was the point of continuing after made on their behalf. breech. Dear Editor: Donald Vernon, president of Student It was with deep sadness that the York Government, made a public statement on College community noted the passing of Friday, April 28. At the time, Vernon was Geraldine (Gerry) Taylor of the Financial begging for students to support the cause. Strike Forced On Aid Department. Mrs.Taylor passed He said, "...we are asking you to take two away on December 30,1988. It was a very days from your schedule to support this sad way for those of us who had the joy movement." He then assured the listeners and pleasure of knowing Gerry to start that classes would not be interrrupted. the new year. We all know what happened. DearMost Editors: Students 1 first got to know Gerry when we A few minutes later, President Bassin I feel that a voluntary protest would Ultimately, what I'm saying is that no worked in adjacent departments in the indicated that he was ready to work with have been more effective. Although the one should take it upon themself to main building on Jamaica Avenue. Gerry his students. school was in fact closed, it was only deprive me of attaining my degree. I can was the reason the word "lady" was "This reminds me of when I was in closed by a limited number of students. see that the Student Government had hoped invented in the English language. Her college. We [the administration] are very This doesn't necessarily reflect the to enhance the educational system here at smile and cheerfulness in the face of grave supportive of your efforts. 1 was just on feelings of the student body as a whole. York. And that is commendable. They in illness never vanished. the phone with the Chancellor's office fact did greater harm to it and to their Since a wide range of feelings surfaced, I shall greatly miss our chats when we and City College, and will keep you reputations. not all favorable, the impact of the compared notes-about my children, and posted of developments as we get them," demonstration was lessened. Action should be taken against these Gerry, about her many nieces and Bassin said. I was quite disturbed by the cancella- individuals. Personaly, I feel they should nephews; 1 will also miss our reminiscing A lack of organization and cohesive- tion of classes because I was not informed be relieved of their governing duties, for about the "old" days. ness existed from the start. Several in advance. If I had been consulted before which they have shown continuing Dear Gerry, rest in peace. professors and students have expressed the protest, I would have disagreed with incompetence. Sincerely, that they would have liked to participate, it. But I would have respected our Respectfully, Pearl Spiegel but they were not very clear.pn the issues. irresponsible Student Councils bit more." William PesekJr. Nursing Program continued on page 9 ; page 4 PANDORA'S BOX May 31,1989 Pandora's Poll Samples Reaction To Recent Protest And Demands President Milton Bassin fully sup- The protesters found themselves in an not have received any amnesty. By Liana Roa ported their aims. He did not, however, advantageous position to make these Many felt the participation of York in Arts Editor condone the manner in which things were demands and most likely get them. It was the CUNY strike gave the college more The York student body, as well as the implemented. This was shared by many all a part of political power and using it prominence within the CUNY system. rest of the school community, were others. They felt the protest could have to its fullest. The leaders felt a bond was developed greatly affected by the strike. Many of the been handled differently. The poll showed only 16% of faculty within the York community. They hoped protesters and their leaders felt their There was a close-knit support from and staff and 5% of students felt none to be more outspoken and active in the actions were in the best interest of the the beginning. However, after about four should have been brought up. Some future. whole college. But others felt the strike or five days it deteriorated. indicated that these demands could have had a negative impact. After Cuomo vetoed the $200 tuition been brought to the proper committees at "The protest emphasized the necessity Some students wandered about during hike on Wednesday, May 3, many felt it another time. They were not important for unity among all college students at the strike. They were there to either was time to resume classes. The Pandora enough to hold up the semester. present. It will allow better educational hangout or study. A few students were Poll showed 57% of students and 71% of President Bassin stated that all these opportunities for tomorrow's college serious about the issues at hand. Yet, faculty and staff shared this notion. were necessary, but that students do not students," said Leona McCray, an active most students were not well informed "I agree with the issues being raised, fully understand the context of some of protester. about them but at this point, the students should be the demands. The demands could have The. cancellation of classes was a able to have the right to make their own been discussed without canceling classes. However, many felt that the image of radical move. The leaders, however, felt choice," said Ralph Supplice, a staunch The issue over lockers was one that had York was badly marred. The poll showed strongly that it was the key to an effective supporter from the start. already been in the works prior to the 41% of students and 57% of faculty and fight. According to the Pandora Poll, The leaders had intentions to resume strike. In order for a computer lab to be staff felt the college was only hurt by the 42% of students, and 49% of faculty and classes by Wednesday, but there were open on Sunday, it would have to be strike. staff, did not advocate this action. other issues at hand. Along with the other closed an alternate day during the week. For many, the actions taken were Students expressed that they were CUNY schools, the budget cuts still had Amnesty was the main concern for all commendable. Leaders were praised for being deprived of their rights to an to be addressed. But with this issue came involved. The leaders got it from the putting themselves on the line for a major education. They said that they should eleven local demands. CUNY chancellor. But, they wanted to cause. The leaders' reputations among have been given the opportunity to give "I'm upset because they were doing this make sure there were no loop holes that many students and faculty and staff were their input on such a major choice. They, to get Cuomo to veto the bill, and he has," would eventually affect them. enhanced. But the poll showed that for as well as faculty and other staff, said Migdalia Ayala, a student senator. 31% of both groups it only got worse. complained that they were simply left out "Now they have other demands." Ian Reid said that there was concern They felt the leaders had handled things in the whole decision-making process. Some of the local demands called for now that even those who were just there irresponsibly. were: amnesty, extended college hours, to study or hang out could be penalized. According to Ian Reid, president of the placement of lockers, one computer lab A strong percentage felt the partici- Donald Vernon, president of Student Black Student Caucus, there was just not open on Sundays, more foreign-language pants deserved full amnesty. However, Government, explained that he knew sufficient manpower or time to ask books, more barrier-free access for 29% of students and 23% of faculty/staff there would be much opposition. He felt students about any possible moves. The handicapped, reinstating privleges to said they should have gotten only partial justified, however, in the actions taken. issues were important enough to sacrifice Political Science club and the double- amnesty. Another 17% of students and Vernon felt he had served his fellow the semester. credit rule. 17% of the other group said they should students well. THE PANDORA POLL Compiled by Liana Roa Face To Face At Liberty Gate 169 100 By Christopher Diaz Erlbaum started to make fun of the STUDENTS FACULTY/STAFF Reporter students guarding the gate. A crowd of On Friday, April 28, a group of students gathered around. Donald Ver- Y. N 1. CARE ABOUT Y students protesting the proposed tuition non, the Student Government President, 91% 9% ISSUES 98% increase and budget cuts took over the spoke to Professor Erlbaum. Academic Core building of York College. What happened next was unbelievable. Y N UD 2. CANCEL Y N UD On Saturday, 1 found myself on guard Judge William Erlbaum began to curse at 44% 42% 14% CLASSES 37% 39% 14% duty at the Liberty Avenue entrance to Donald Vernon. the Academic Core. I was very excited, The crowd that had gathered was 13. CLASSES but a bit apprehensive. This was going to stunned. The Judge tried to win support Y N UD Y N UD TO RESUME be a real test. from the crowd, but his pleas for backing 57% 24% 19% ON WEDNESDAY 71% 14% 15% The first half hour went by very slowly. were unsuccessful. But soon students started to approach the After that incident, many students FULL SOME NONE FULL SOME NONE 4. HOW MUCH came through the gate and joined us. 50% 24% 19% 56% gate one at a time. The first person I AMNESTY? 21% 17% Things progressed without any problems 4%UD 4%UD spoke to was an elderly woman. She was shocked when I told her that the students for a couple of hours. had taken over the college and that no Then, Professor Samuel Long, upon Y N UD 5.YORK IMAGE Y N UD classes were being held. being told he was not allowed in the 35% 41% 24% HAS IMPROVED 22% 57% 21% "York College, this dormant school?" building, snatched the chain and lock she asked. After I explained the reasons from my hands. He then went back into BETTER WORSE 6. OPINION OF BETTER WORSE for the takeover, she came through the the crowd and glared at me. I must admit 32% 31% LEADERS 22% 30% gates and joined the protest. that I was very angry. I approached Dr. Long and asked him At first, many students entered the gate 5% 7. NO LOCAL DEMANDS 16% to return the chain and lock. He lunged and gave their support. However, some forward and tried to hit me. This further of them stood outside the fence as if infuriated me and I probably would have By Liana Roa administration officials, were covered out amazed at what was happening inside. I struck him if some of his students did not Arts Editor of over 300. remember thinking that things were The Pandora Poll was conducted to The poll was intended to cover 500 stand in my path— and if some of the going to be easy. But, that was when the supporters did not restrain me. explore the attitudes of the college students and over 100 faculty. Over 300 trouble started. concerning the week-long protest here at surveys were never returned. Since there York College security and some other York. It was done over a five day period. is a small number of administrators, they Judge William Erlbaum, an adjunct professors spoke to Dr. Long. After a The written poll listed seven questions were grouped with faculty and staff. professor, came to the gate and while, he returned the chain and lock. and was handed out at random. It The poll is only a small sampling of the demanded to be let in. I explained our I could not understand why these two covered 169>day students out of 5,000. attitudes of the York community. No position to him, but he still insisted on professors reacted in such a negative Eighty-seven faculty and* staff,'~-arid 13 .'definite conclusionsK;an-te:»m&de-..*:<. '.* *beij»g.all>owed<-entrance to the building. manner.. . . . , May 31,1989 PANDORA'S BOX pageS Life Is Anything But A Picnic For York Protesters On The Inside By Joe N. Bradley scare the protesters. A bomb threat was tressful at times, the protesters described ies, listening to music, conversing and Reporter received, and there were numerous the atmosphere as upbeat, especially at having strategy meetings. Security was On Friday, April 28, with a sense of threatening phone calls. The protesters night. It was when students and faculty deployed at six exterior posts and two apprehension and commitment, a group were constantly worried that the building arrived in the morning that the mood interior posts. The students usually of York College students occupied the would be stormed by the police. changed. worked in groups of two, for two hour academic core. It was to become their Although the situation became dis- The nights were spent watching mov- continued on page 11 home for seven emotionally charged days. The experience transformed the protesters into a cohesive unit which they affectionately descibe as a family. "This is the first time I have partici- pated in a protest," said Theresa Young, a music major. "Initially I had mixed OR emotions. But, due to the fact the issues affected me personally, I had to show my FACTORY support." $' II The students were joining the CUNY- REBATE! wide protests against a proposed $200 tuition increase, and budget cuts. The COLLEGE GRADUATES... protests were initiated on Monday, April 24, on the campus of CCNY. In the THE VALUE OF AN EDUCATION ensuing days 18 CUNY schools would join the protest movement. York College, CONTINUES AT AUTOLAND WITH along with John Jay, Lehman College, LaGuardia and BMCC, were the only 0 NO MONEY DOWN 0 GIANT FACTORY REBATES schools where classes were cancelled. 0 LOW FINANCE RATES 0 EASY CREDIT TERMS Upon gaining control of the Academic Core, the protesters were faced with a major logistics problem. The question of how they were going to get adequate sleep, secure food, and maintain the building, was high on their agenda. O/A A.RR. Many Chevrolet models to Moreover, the issue of their personal /O FINANCING choose from. Huge safety weighed heavily on their minds. selection available. The students seemed to understand the OR $1000 consequences of their actions, and were willing to pay any price. They were more FORD concerned with the reaction they would get from their fellow students and their MERCURY families. Many Ford & Mercury "My main concern was for the physical FINANCING models to choose from. and mental well being of the students," Huge selection available. said Donald Vernon, York Student ,te OR $1000 Government president. "I took it upon myself to make sure the students would not be punished for that which is right, a quality education." The question of getting adequate sleep became moot very early in the protest. •U '0 FINANCING Many Dodge, Chrysler & Most students slept very little, and when Plymouth models to they did it was for short periods of time. UMK I ORS2000 choose from. Huge selection available. For the most part, the students confined their sleeping to the 1G corridor of the buillding. Blankets, sleeping bags and pillows were brought from home, and the TO TOYOTA students slept on whatever was available. TOYOTA'S COLLEGE GRAD "I slept in the hallway, the conference PROGRAM ALLOWS YOU TO Mqny Toyota models to room and the student government PURCHASE A NEW CAR OR YOU- choose from. Huge office," said Stephanie Iris Elmore, TO TRUCK WITH LITTLE OR selection available. Corresponding Secretary York Student NO CREDIT HISTORY. Government. "The experience was stress- ful and exhilarating at the same time. Knowing our cause was just kept me going." Food was provided by local restau- MAZDA'S COLLEGE GRAD rants, churches, community organiza- PROGRAM ALLOWS YOU TO PURCHASE A NEW CAR OR Many Mazda models to tions and supportive students. The food TO TRUCK WITH LITTLE OR choose from. Huge was usually devoured in a frenzy, and the NO CREDIT HISTORY. selection available. students ate at all hours of the day and night. Money was donated by many of the protesters and the York College Student Government. "Student Government ^ZAUTOIAND supported the protest. Therefore, it was legally and morally right to finance it," AMERICA'S TRANSPORTATION CENTERS said Louis Thevenot, Treasurer of York SPRINGFIELD, NJ. TOMS RIVER, NJ. TOMS RIVER, NJ. TOMS RIVER, NJ. EASTON, PA. College Student Government. m DODGE m row m TOrOTA CHEVROLET LIHCOIM MERCURY MAZDA • SUBARU • FORD m TOYOTA • SAAB m MERCURY • LINCOLN The personal safety of the protesters m CHRYSLER m PLYMOUTH 201-244-8400 201-341-2900 201-270-6700 RT. 37 s Perots AVt. RT. 371 PETIKS AVE. RT. 37 S WASHINGTON ST. 215-253-9191 was of the utmost importance. There 1-800-AUTOLAND RT. 33 & HECKT0WN RD. ROUTE 22 EAST were constant rumors and attempts to page 6 PANDORA'S BOX May 25,1989 Arts & Culture Exhibit Shows Goya's Best Work To Be Reflection Of The Enlightenment

By Liana Roa -•-•*. were probably killed for suspicion of Arts Editor treason. At the time, anyone who was suspected of treason, no matter how high The first major international exhibi- born, would immediately be slaughtered. tion aimed at examining the relation Goya's most recognized cartoon is "El between the art of the Spanish artist, sueno de ia razon produce monstruos Francisco de Goya y Lucientes (1746- (1799)." The bats and owls, symbolic of 1828), and the doctrines of the Spanish ignorance and vice, can take over the Enlightenment opened this month at the mind while it sleeps. The cartoon warns Metropolitan Museum of Art (MMA). that people must search for the truth to escape these monsters. The 18th century, the Century of Lights, was the Enlightenment. This At the age of 46, a serious infection left period was marked as a time of progress Goya completely deaf. He was married through rational, liberal, humanitarian, **• for 36 years to Josef a Bayeu who was a and scientific thinking. loyal and devoted wife. She gave him twenty children. Goya's art brought into perspective In 1899, 71 years after Goya's death at what was to be the true relationship 82, the Spanish Government had his between religion and politics. It also corpse returned to his native Madrid. The sought out the elimination of superstition body, however, was found decapitated. and searched for the truth. It was through "Goya and the Enlightenment" is more education that hypocrisy, the irrational important in the underlying meaning of and barbarianism would be conquered. each work, rather than the artistic aspect. The exhibit covers twelve rooms and Goya has been considered as one of the over 130 works. It spans a fifty year founders of modern art because his world period beginning with Goya's early is also ours. commissioned royal portraits. These The exhibit will run through July 16 at works come from private and public the MMA. Admission is $2.50 for collections found in Europe, North students and $5.00 for adults. For further America and South America. Most of information contact (212) 879-5500. the portraits do not idealize their subjects. Yet they reveal the affluence and strong character of the people painted. Two of the most important paintings are "Conde TT T |1 •"" "» T •••••• " de Floridablanca(1783)" and "The "The Sleep Of Reason Produces Monsters, "is part of the "Goya and The Spirit Of Enlightenment WITH A FUTURE Family of the Infante Don Luis (1784)," Exhibit" at the MET. in which Goya discreetly includes himself. background imagery. included subjects such as lunatic asylums. A favorite among Goya's oils is "The A most important element in all of The placement of light against darkness HEALTH Greased Pole (1786)" from his country Goya's works is light. It is symbolic of allowed the subjects to appear more series. It was commissioned by the truth and he employs it masterfully. realistic and powerful. It also gave them Duquesa de Osuna who had high regard more depth. An important self-portrait, "Goya in MANAGEMENT for his work. It depicts a Maypole with Goya has been epitomized as the great boys climbing to the top to get to the prize His Studio (circa 1790-1795)," is a petite oil revealing the artist's profession as the satirist of social convention. He reveals of chickens and cakes. this satire in his series of cartoon etchings • Well-paid 1st & 2nd career "Suenos" and "Los Caprichos." opportunities in hospitals, The small oil, "The Meadow of San official, royal court painter. Here he is shown painting, while wearing a hat with nursing homes, health insurers, Isidro (1788)," shows Goya's skill as a corporations, government lit candles. Goya never created at night, These drawings are basically done in miniaturist. The panorama portrays agencies. but took advantage of the natural light. black, white and gray. They mock Madrid's inhabitants relaxing on the However, for the best effects, final nobility, the church and the weaknesses • Accredited B.S. and hillsides. It then eases back into a Certificate programs touches were done by candlelight. and ignorance of society. meadow full of people and animals • Day, evening, weekend classes engaged in festivities. The scene is • Convenient location Many paintings showed Goya's skill at Many etchings express the horrifying embraced by a faded landscape of capturing details—such as buttons,lace, themes of poverty, war, rape, molestation • Call for free information buildings and mountains overlooking the buckles and designs on objects. He did it and death. A vivid example of the countryside. Every minute detail is with minimal paint and work. brutalities of death is "Grande hazana! (212) 746-4390 included. Con Muertos! (Heroic feat! Against the Mon.-Thurs. 11 AM-6 PM , "Don Manuel Godoy (1801)" is a giant Dead!)" from Goya's "Disasters of War." Goya's most beautiful portrait, "The painting. It is striking for its vibrant color It depicts three killed men tied to a tree. Family of the Duquesa de Osuna (1788)" composition and strong character. It also Touro College projects the intimacy and dedication employs a fine eye for detail. One man is cut into four pieces and Health Information Management Program shared between the parents and their each piece is tied to a tree. The reflecting Affiliated with New York Hospital children. This atmosphere is strongly Goya created quite a few paintings that light on the bodies brings out their An affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Institution revealed through the absence of any expressed horrifying realities. They masculinity and calm expressions. They May 31,1989 PANDORA'S BOX page 7 Entertainment Concert Honors Adams & La Clair Living Colour Rocks Music Industry By Sean N. White Kreutzer and "Praelludium" by J.S. Entertainment Editor Bach. On Tuesday, April 18, the York Adams did a solo rendition of "Etude College Electric Guitar Ensemble held #8." He was then joined by La Clair for the first of their Spring concerts. The a duet on "Praelludium." They used event took place in the atrium of the choral voices stored on MIDI. Central Mall. The tempo then picked up considera- George Bien, Director of the Ensem- bly as La Clair and Adams donned dark ble, led the group of student musicians sunglasses for an all-too-cool version of through a diverse set. It featured compo- the Thelonious Monk composition "Well sitions by Miles Davis, J.S. Bach and You Needn't." The song was arranged by Carlos Santana. La Clair and was highlighted by a The concert was dedicated to band rhythmic dialogue between Marino and members Brian La Clair and Rich Santiago. Adams. They will graduate this June. The band then performed a version of This duo was featured throughout most the Lennon and McCartney classic of the thirteen song program. "Eleanor Rigby", arranged by Adams. Corey Glover, Muzz Skillings, Will Calhoun and Vernon Reid, Rockers of Living Colour. The piece featured David Joseph and "It was an honor and a surprise," said By Sean N. White comes on the cut "Which Way To Demetrios Bouziotis on MIDI guitars. Adams, referring to the dedication. Entertainment Editor America?" The song deals with class The set opened with the Wes Montgo- This semester was Joseph's and Bouzi- The New York-based hard-rock band struggle in American society: "I look at mery composition "Road Song." The otis' first with the ensemble. Living Colour is on a roll. Their debut the T.V./Your America's doing well/1 song was arranged by Roy Richter and "It's a lot of work, but in the end it is album "Vivid," has recently gone plati- look out the window/My America's featured solos by Adams and La Clair. a good opportunity for me to show my num (1 million sales) and the video for the catching hell." James Chiarello was featured on his talents," Joseph said. "I'm very grateful to single "Cult Of Personality" is currently Unfortunately, the song is somewhat own arrangement of "Stormy Weather." be here with the ensemble." receiving extensive airplay on MTV. of a disappointment. The tempo is too It was the first piece he had arranged for Bouziotis described his first semester fast for the meaning to really sink in. the ensemble. with the group as a new and wonderful The success of the group is further marked by the fact that the four musi- On the whole, "Vivid" is an outstand- Rich Adams took center stage with a experience. "I enjoyed working with the ing debut from a talented young band. solo on "Don't Give It Up." He was guys and I had a great time," said cians are black. Up until now, the hard- rock industry has been dominated by But they should be judged by the quality backed by the excellent rhythm team of Bouziotis. of their music instead of the color of their bassist Richard M. Santiago and drum- One of the best performances of the white bands such as Van Halen, Bon Jovi and Guns and Roses. skin. mer Frank Marino. afternoon was La Clair's stunning At last month's SK.C New York Music Richter also turned in an inspired rendition of the Carlos Santana song The thing that sets Living Colour apart Awards, the band took home four awards organ solo via a Musical Instrument "Europa." His gripping solo stirred the from other top rock acts is the multitude — Best Rock Group, Best Debut Group Digital Interface (MIDI) attachment on audience to a frenzy and was certainly the of influences present in their music. The of the Year, Best Debut Album and Best his guitar. MIDI is used to produce the high point of the concert. songs on "Vivid" reflect a keen socio- Debut Male Rock Vocalist for singer actual sounds of several instruments, as The band closed with the Dixieland political awareness integrated with a Corey Glover. If these results can be used well as human voices. groove of "Sweet Georgia Brown." Bien diversity of musical styles. These styles to gauge their growth, Living Color could La Clair and Adams then traded solos continued his tradition of involving the include punk, metal, jazz and r&b. be one of the biggest rock acts of the on an updated version of the Miles Davis audience by clapping, dancing across the Living Colour is comprised of guitarist 1990's. classic "All Blues." The song was stage and bringing the band to a dramatic Vernon Reid, vocalist Corey Glover, arranged by Santiago. conclusion by tearing off his vest. bassist Muzz Skillings and drummer Will The Richard Rodger's tune, "My "I owe much of my success to George Calhoun. $ EARN EXTRA $$ Funny Valentine," was a special treat. Bien," said La Clair. "It's been real nice "Vivid" opens with the torrid single as a Adams handled the ballad beautifully playing here for the past three years." "Cult of Personality." Reid fires powerful TAXI DRIVER while La Clair played vibes on MIDI "I've never seen two people (Adams guitar riffs over a solid foundation laid guitar. and La Clair) improve so much in such a out by Skillings and Calhoun. Glover's The classical segment of the program short time," said Bien. "I'm very proud of vocals are strong, melodic and at times included "Etude #8" by Rodolphe them." NEWA/C'88 reminiscent of Terence Trent D'Arby. FORD CROWN VIC'S "Middle Man" and "Desperate Peo- ple" are short on lyrical depth, but are With safety partitions. catchy and deliver enough punch to give We help you get your the album a sense of continuity. hack license. The bitter "Open Letter (To A Land- lord)" rings especially true considering PART TIME the number of homeless people, and during school grossly inadequate living conditions, right here in New York City. Glover FULL TIME couldn't be more honest or sincere when during vacation he sings "You have to fight for your neighborhood." One of the more light-hearted tracks Apply or Call Daily on the album is the funk infested "Funny 9AM-5PM Vibe." The song features Chuck D and Flavor Flav of the rap group Public MIDLAND/MIDTOWN Enemy. OPERATING CORP. "Glamour Boys" is a bouncy soca- 42-50 24th St., L.I.C., N.Y flavored tune that borders on parody. Glover declares "1 ain't no glamour boy/ Rich Adams, Brian La Clair, (718) 937-2080 I'M FIERCE." graduating member of York Guitar Ensemble. also leaving Ensemble in June. The strongest statement on the album PANDORA'S BOX May 31,1989 A Look At Seven Days Of Anger And Protest

Protesters Barracade the Guy R.Brewer A ve gate & post guards.

As time passes Vernon begins to feel the pressure.

Louis Thevonot controls the gate. Students with ID. ok.

Robert Lee, Assistant Dean Of Students talks with some protesters.

Stamless steel chains were more common than gold ones during the strike. "Class is now in session" Judge William Erlbaum holds class on Liberty A ve Sidewalk May 31,1989 PANDORA'S BOX page 9

this semester cannot be repaired. At the same time, I have to congratu- late the protesters for not damaging the Restaurant Feeds York Fund Price Of Strike physical structure of the school. That's an By John Crow decides that. We were approached and continued from page 3 indication that York has thinking stu- Photo Editor were more than happy to oblige." They couldn't understand why faculty dents. Let us capitalize on that. members were barred from the building. Joseph R. Pierre and Gerard P. La Detante restaurant is one of the I am not against the stand you took, it Throughout the "sit-in" the organizers Honore are owners of La Detante many businesses, community organiza- was a brave and meaningful one. How- kept saying, "this is not a fight against the Restaurant in East Elmhurst, Queens. tions, churches, and individuals who have ever, I question your methods. It's time administration." Frankly, I don't think They were recently presented with an made, and will make hefty contributions that we all examine what we did and learn that that was enough. award from York College by the presi- to York College through the offices of how to avoid the same mistakes in the dent, Milton G. Bassin in appreciation Grants and Development and the various The strength of every sit-in, and protest movement, has been the support of the future. for a sizable donation they made to the committees responsible for the fund- masses. On college campuses like York, . How much thought was put into who school. raising campaign. all the students must be represented by will pay for the cost of these local "We think it is necessary to make these "Members of the committees are goal people who are aware of what the demands? Meanwhile, you are protesting type of donations," said Honore, during oriented and task oriented," said Ron problems are. The campaign's effort is the proposed tuition increase and a conversation with Pandora's Box. Paige, as he leaned back in his captain's less likely to fail when three conditions demanding that there be no cuts in "York College is an asset to an otherwise chair. "Goal oriented! Task oriented!" are met: leadership is willing to listen, services. blighted community. York is about Paige glorified the owners of La leadership is willing to share and leader- Mr. Vernon, in his same Letter to the improving the community,... we want to Detante. He described them as some ship and supporters are willing to accept Editors, said: "However, realizing our support their efforts." "beautiful Caribbean brothers." Paige criticism from supporters as well as present budgetary problem, we acknowl- Honore said that they have been in said they have a class act going and had opponents. edge that there are limitations to our business for 19 years—the last eight years put together a beautiful evening in the Donald Vernon, as President of resources." at the present location. The donation is name of York College. "A real classy Student Government, must make deci- What is unfortunate about all this is "one way to give something back to the affair." sions along the lines of the cross-section that the amount of political activism at community." He feels it's good business Walter Bridgers, president of Channel of ethnic groups which make up the York is about the same as the depth of an for all businesses to make this kind of Y, and the only student who was present school's population — decisions should ant's stomach. Therefore, Vernon will contribution. at the dinner, agrees with Paige. He and not be based on who your friends are. 1 have no difficulty retaining his office. So, "It is a good way to show support for added that the setting is a "real elegant" am not accusing you of constant favorit- for now, we are stuck with him. institutions like York." Honore added. one. ism. But, it appears that York's "old boy" "They are real good people," said Ron Paige explained that it's because of network heavily influenced the strike. At this time, there is no clear indication Paige, Director of Grants and Develop- responses like La Detante and others that I ask the leaders of this movement to of how much money the strike cost the ment at York College. "We are truely the committee was able to extend to the rethink their tactic and to come up with school. The numbers are still not appreciative of their efforts. The event school's student organizations, and something more appropriate. The process available. I honestly hope the next time itself was outstanding; top shelf." departments, a "matching fund." of exchanging ideas should not be something like this occurs, cooler heads Honore brushes off the suggestion of In order to qualify for this matching interrupted. Had other tactics been used will prevail. And, in the future, a more him and his partner offering their support fund, organizations had to sponsor a we could have salvaged the relationship universal decision should be made. simply for the attention and notority they fund-raising event of their choice. The between student government and admin- Sincerely, will get. He said it's not about self or being proceeds from that event had to be istration. The damage that was done to John Alexander able to afford it. submitted to the committee. Then, the "That's not important. What is impor- dollar value would be doubled. This was tant," said Honore, "is the quality of life done with funds generated by the fund- A LIFETIME CHANCE FOR A GREAT BUY! the college seeks to improve. York raising committees. College is like a bastion in South Jamaica "Not many took advantage of this that's serving all of New York City." matching fund," said Bridgers. "Most of N.Y.C. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION La Detante is located one block south the clubs thought it was too good to be PARKING VIOLATIONS/ENFORCEMENT BUREAUS of LaGuardia airport at 23-04 91st Street true and, for the most part, ignored the in East Elmhurst. They specialize in whole thing." Caribbean, French, and Haitian Both Paige and Bridgers agreed that PUBLIC AUCTIONS OF Cuisines. the matching fund was "one of the best The restauranteurs underwrote the things going at York in a long time." UNREDEEMED VEHICLES cost of the fundraising dinner. All of the "Some took advantage of it," said proceeds of the event, $3,265, was Paige. "But not as much as I would have donated to York for scholarships and liked to see." FOR SALE special programs not covered by the Bridgers was elated over the fact that school's annual budget. by the end of spring semester '89, he will AUTOS/VANS "We do not decide how the funds are be one of the few to recive a fat check on Auctions are held on the following days and locations: to be used," said Honore. "The college behalf of Channel Y. continued on page 11 Mon. Pier 60, West 19th Street and 1,1th Avenue, NY at 11:00 am, Queens Pound, 56th Road and Laurel Hill Blvd., Maspeth, NY at 1:00 pm. ATTENTION STUDENTS Tues. Pier 60, West 19th Street and 11th Avenue, NY at 11:00 am, Bronx Pound, 745 East 141st Street, Bronx, NY at 1:00 pm. Wed. Pier 26, Beach Street and West Street, NY at 11:00 am. We want you to have a position working part-time for Brooklyn Pound, Brooklyn Navy Yard, Navy and Sand NEW YORK NEWSDAY (America's fastest growing Streets, Brooklyn, at 1:00 pm. Thurs. Pier 60, West 19th Street and 11th Avenue, NY at 11:00 newspaper). am, Queens Pound, 56th Road and Laurel Hill Blvd., Maspeth, NY at 1:00 pm. You can learn while you earn $200 per week. Fri. Pier 26, Beach Street and West Street, NY at 11:00 am. Bronx Pound, 745 East 141st Street, Bronx, NY at We have a few openings in our professional telephone 1:00 pm. sales department. A.M. P.M. and week-end shifts All cars sold right title and interest, subject to prior lien available. inspection: One half hour prior to sale —TERMS CASH ONLY For information call For an appointment please call (718) 268-9284 An Equal Opportunity Employer (212)924-1068 SAVE THIS AD AS A REFERENCE page 10 PANDORA'S BOX May 31,1989

the Palestinians and the oppression of themselves of their oppressor." Blacks in South Africa." said Ian Reid, After this first public event, the Arab President of the Black Students Caucus. Club members are satisfied with the Arab Club Focuses On Israel "I asked the students to look on the success of this educational program. It is By Khaled Abu Taah independence. struggle of the Palestinian people, not as hoped that there will be similar events to Reporter The video showed scenes from the a struggle for land only, but as a struggle promote Arab culture and causes in the On the afternoon of Wednesday, May Intifada and a funeral of one of the 450 of an oppressed people trying to rid future. 10, the newly-established Arab Club held Palestinians killed during the past 17 its first public event. The event featured a months. It showed the Palestinians photo exhibit, Neal Saad, Palestinian youths fighting with stones against the guest speaker, and a video presentation Israeli guns. The photo exhibit illustrated 1989 about the Palestinian Uprising (the the extent of the brutality. Intifada). The importance of this event comes 3rd ANNUAL Saad, of the Palestine Solidarity from- the representation of the conflict Committee, spoke about the history of from the Palestinians point of view for LANGSTON HUGHES the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. "Israel has the Americans. The American media is tried to dehumanize the Palestinians and one-sided propaganda. CARIBBEAN steal their culture and history," said Mr. For example, Channel 13 is going to air Saad. a documentary program "DAYS OF He then moved on to speak about the FESTIVAL RAGE: THE YOUNG PALESTINI- Palestinian Uprising and to analyze its ANS" on June 13th. On May 13, theN.Y. Sunday, MAY 28th 1-1 Opm causes and effects. He also gave a Times published a warning written by description of police brutality in the Howard Diamond. He said, "I strongly SCHEDULE OF EVENTS occupied territories (West Bank and urge all members of Channel 13 and all CRAFTS FAIR 1-1 Opm Gaza Strip). supporters of the state of Israel to let Vendors will be selling: hand made notecards and other items, "Israel used capital punishment Channel 13 know how you feel about methods (house demolition, total curfews Kente Cloth and other kente products, African and Caribbean their showing of the program." He also cloths and textiles, dolls, artwork, incense and oils, posters and and deportations) as part of their efforts added that he will cease his long-time prints, jewelry, clothpin dolls, handmade and painted hats and to put down the Intifada." said Saad. financial support of Channel 13 if the other clothing, beverages and baked goods. With regards to education in the program is aired. occupied territories, Mr. Saad said "the CULTURAL ACTIVITIES Israel authorities had closed Palestinian So far Channel 13 still intends to air the 1:30pm Poetry for The Family academic institutions—elementary and program on June 13. On the other hand, featuring Lindamichellebaron secondary schools, colleges, universities Channel 31 (WNYC-V) refused to 2:30pm Traditional Storytelling and the academical institute—for over 16 broadcast "Days of Rage: The Young featuring Lucrece Louisdhon months." Palestinians" after it was scheduled to be 3pm Lady Gourd Sangoma (African percussion, Saad explained how after more than aired. dance & vocals) forty years of oppression and denial of The students were enlightened about 4pm The Sounds of Steel Palestinians' rights, the Palestinian the plight of the Palestinian people living (Steel drum band) people have decided to end their oppres- in the West Bank and Gaza Strip. "I see 5pm Ra Union (Raggae band) sion and gain their freedom and the similarities between the oppression of

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They could not turn On Tuesday night, the students braved the consensus among the protesters is things that has happened to us at Channel their backs on their sister institutions. torrential rains and remained on their that they would do it again if the need Y," said a smiling Bridgers. "There was a "We had to remain united until all our posts for six hours. One student came occurs. deadline set for groups to participate, few demands were met," Vernon said. down with a fever and her tonsils became " We did not occupy the buillding for of them did. Now the matching fund is The local demands included: amnesty swollen as a result of the prolonged fun. So I would not want to do it again," history." for all students involved in the protest, exposure. Medicine was provided for the said Veronica Bailey, an English major. student representatives on the affirmative student and she stayed for the duration of "But the occupation was necessary, and if action committee, extended college the protest. a similar situation occurred, I would hours, termination of Steven Barrera After relinquishing the building on support it 100%." from Security, expansion of the selection Friday, at 12:00 am, the protesters were The protesters were well aware of the of library books to include foreign still defiant and looking forward to the fact that many students and faculty JOIN languages, re-installation of the tele- second phase of their battle. members disagreed with their actions. phone in the Political Science club and "Although Cuomo vetoed the tuition But they believed they were acting in the recognition of the club's right to exis- increase, the budget cuts are still in best interests of all concerned. PANDORA'S tence, lockers in the new Gymnasium effect," said Erica Ford, a Political " If I can help somebody as I travel building and in the Academic Core, Science major. "The struggle is not over, along, then my living shall not have been availability of a computer lab(s) on students must remain active throughout in vain," said Leona McCray, a ISM Sundays, barrier-free access for handi- the summer and they must not lose their major. This attitude seems to sum up the BOX capped students, payment of all faculty, motivation." feelings of all the protesters involved. staff and administrative personnel for all days missed due to the protest and review of the double-credit rule. By 8 am, all of the issues had been COULD YOU addressed. Unconditional amnesty was to be granted to the students providing no damage was done to the building and MANAGE A $1.4 MILLION providing that the Core was released on Wednesday, May 3. FACIUTY? Still, the students did not relinquish the building. By this time, they now had two • Could you manage over $1 million in sales? agreements of amnesty — one from CUNY and the other from York College •And a staff of 60? — but they were uncomfortable with the It's not easy calling all the shots. wording of both agreements. The stu- dents contacted lawyers in order to clarify Just ask any McDonald's® Restaurant Manager the ramifications of the documents. But when you're running an operation three times "We knew that it was illegal to hold the school, even the H-wing," said Ian Reid. the size of the average restaurant in America, it comes "We had to know that we would be with the territory. protected." On Thursday, May 4, the students held And that's everything from Training and Employee a rally in front of the Guy Brewer Bivd^ Relations to Marketing and Financial Planning. entrance. It was attended by students, faculty, staff and administrative Could you manage it? Contact us. members. We've a lot more to tell you. Important things like "We are still trying to make sure the agreements will not work against us in SALARY BENEFITS, TRAINING, and GROWTH. any subtle way," said Donald Vernon. For more information about career opportunities in "The President has asked me to assure the students that he will accept the McDonald's restaurant management call: statement of amnesty in its broadest Dorothy Friedman sense," Bodi told the protesting students. 80-28 Cornish Avenue "There will be no repercussions." Elmhurst, N.Y. 11373 The students acknowledged Bodi's 718-457-0095 remarks. But they were adamant about waiting for word from their lawyers. The Academic Core was finally surren- COULD YOU dered to the York College Administra- tion at approximately 11:59 pm on MANAGE SUCCESS? Thursday, May 4 — six days after the Always An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer protest had begun. The deadline for returning the building was 10 am Friday, May 5. "We realized that the administration was sympathetic and we didn't want students to miss anymore classes," said Vernon. Now that classes have resumed, the protesters look back and are convinced that their efforts were successful. Gover- nor Cuomo had vetoed tuition increases on May 2. The second victory occurred on Sunday, May 14, when Cuomo rolled back the budget cuts that CUNY still faced. "We served notice to the Legislature and Cuomo that we are willing to fight to protect our education," said Godfrey Brown, a psychology major. page 12 PANDORA'S BOX May 31,1989

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