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an absentee News: Debate Nonprofit org. team begins U.S. Postage ballot. Paid See Page 6 season Lynchburg, Va. Champion See Page 4 Permit No. 136 , Lynchburg, Va. Tuesday, September 1,1992 Vol. 10, No. 1 Virginia gives aid to storm victims FROM STAFF AND WIRE REPORTS President Bush sent federal aid to southern Florida Thursday. At the same time local volunteers mobilized to help the hurricane victims. More than 250,000 people were reported to be homeless after Hurri­ cane Andrew tore across southern Florida and parts of Louisiana. Andrew, one of the worst hurri­ canes to hit the United States in dec­ ades, ravaged southern Florida Mon­ day, leaving disaster in its wake. Nationwide response to devastated areas by groups like the Red Cross, the area Jaycees and the National Guard, has been quick and effective. One example of storm relief comes from a local Lynchburg company that

has organized a central Virginia do­ photo by Jeft Cot» nation bank. Jay Lucas was one of many local Virginians who helped Asplundh Tree Experts in Forest, hurricane-striken victims in southern Florida by donating more Va. started its relief bank by asking employees to bring in items that storm than one and a half tons of emergency supplies. victims could use such as canned "It turned out that no local agencies do around here. . .I'm just trying to goods, matches, charcoal and clean­ had organized any collection sites," help," Cheryl Vangilder, another ing products. English said. donator, explained. "Our operations manager, Paul "So Mr. Sykes offered our facili- A central Virginian, who has a Sykos, hmt--bt*K wawfttng dt«r late- uw,'»

By PAMELA WALCK based on student needs. ited to simply a speaker and a mes­ this mold and work harder at seri­ after the resignation of Vernon News editor "These committees consist of sage but will be reinforced through ously listening to God," he said. Brewer. Hisresponsibililiesexpanded Chapel services for the 1992-93 people with a real knowledge of the music and drama as well because Jackson, an LU graduate, has been to LIGHT ministries, the chapel pro­ school year atLiberty University have needs of the student body," Jackson "different students are touched in actively involved in the lives of LU gram, hospital visitation and counsel­ undergone changes that are expected explained. "The committee of spiri­ different ways," Jackson acknowl­ students for 11 years. ing. to gain campus-wide attention. tual life, which I have worked closely edged. "I feel privileged to have the oppor­ Jackson stressed the fact that his of­ Themes have been established by two with over the past three years, has "We've really prioritised the needs tunity to be around young people at fice does not include disciplinary committees concerned with reaching been collecting information from of the students," he said. "Our goal is this time because they are making the action but remains open and confi­ the LU student body. various sources based on topics that to listen to the students but, most most significant decisions of their dential for all students. Headed by Dr. A. Pierre Guiller- need to be addressed." importantly, to God. lives," Jackson explained. "I can honestly say that I enjoy 95 min and Rob Jackson, the new vice The topics cover a wide range of "I'm convinced that we have got­ "And it's thrilling to me because percent of what I do, and my main president of spiritual affairs, the student needs like the individual walk ten stuck in the mold of this 'age of the three latest national revivals be­ goals evolve around how we can ef­ committees, consisting of individu­ with God and the importance matur­ entertainment'," Jackson added. "We gan on college campuses," he said. fectively gel students seriously in­ als representing both the administra­ ing as a single person, to marriage only listen for so long, then we get In April of 1992, Jackson was volved in the kingdom of God and tion and student body, have been re­ and family values. interrupted by commercials. asked to take over the responsibility reach out to our lost and dying world," Rob Jackson sponsible for gaining information The chapel themes will not be lim­ "As Christians we need to break of vice president of spiritual affairs he said. Senior campus pastor

By BEN LaFROMBOIS unlocked rooms. Liberty's security contingent includes 10 emer­ Editor Five assaults included one aggravated assault requiring gency medical technicians. The remainder are trained Liberty University security reported 35 burglaries, five medical treatment. The remainder were minor scuffles. in first responder CPR. Security Liberty security has made an effort to prevent crime In an effort to work with the students, security assaults, one attempted rape, robbery and auto theft and zero murders, liquor arrests, drug arrests, weapons ar­ rather than react after an incident. To prevent crime, secu­ initiated fool patrol units, the property I.D. campaign rests. The crime report, required by the federal rity has added quality personnel, as well as several pro­ and the escort service. government's Campus Safety and grams geared toward student in vol ve- The foot patrol unil involves student volunteering releases Crime Awareness Act, involved in- •••—••————- mmmmmmmmmm ment. through Christian service to make a visible presence cidents between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31 In the past two months four new on campus from 9 p.m. to midnight. 1991. "The caliber of security personnel have been added, Groups of three to five students will walk around During the same period, $6,601.32 officer has each having been police officers. campus wearing bright jackets, flashlights and a of Liberty University property was "The caliber of officer has skyrock­ radio to remain in contact with security personnel. crime skyrocketed." eted," Mitchell said. "We're trying to make it a safer environment with stolen or damaged. Security recov­ ered $4,132.45 of the property. Liberty employs two types of offi­ student involvement," Senior Lieutenant Donald Burglary being the most prevalent - Lt. Rob Mitchell cers. The conservator of the peace Sloan said. crime is defined as "unlawful entry ______has full police powers on Liberty Students requesting an escort on campus will util­ statistics of a structure to commit a felony or property. Conservators are appointed ize the foot patrol groups. After midnight, security theft," according to federal guidelines. Lieutenant Rob by the request of the ministry by the 24th Judicial Circuit personnel will provide an escort when requested. Mitchell, senior investigator for Liberty security, ex­ of Virginia. Liberty employs seven conservators. Another program to get students to make a plained that burglary does not have to involve forceful Besides conservators, the university employees 18 positive effort is the properly I.D. campaign which entry. armed security officers which are certified by the state. enlists students toinventor y their properly. Proper for 1991 Security officers have power granted by the state which identification of stolen items shortens the time re­ For example, 67 percent of wallets and purses were stolen from dorm rooms. Forty percent were taken from includes the power to detain. quired to return die item to the owner. Page 2, The Champion news Tuesday, September 1,1992 LU dedicates new dining hall Uncommon facts about the cafeteria THE ONE VISIT TAN By PAMELA WALCK * All those "deli nights" add up to News Editor over 1800 lbs of french fries and 900 EDITOR'S NOTE: Since Sept. 13, lbs of hamburgers consumed on a 1989, the Liberty Champion has weekly basis by the student body It's Here! informed LU students more than (They get 6 patties to a pound so you 15 times of the plans for a larger figure out how many burgers arc eating facility. After three years of eaten). anxious (and not always patient) *In one week, students drink over The Ultra Tan waiting, the new cafeteria has 2,100 gallons of soda. opened its doors. Instead of in­ * 1,000 pounds, of cereal are eaten forming you of the obvious, the per week - about one and a half tons Tan in one visit. Champion staff has chosen to test a month. your knowledge with cafeteria * In one hour.approximatcly 1,000 trivia, giving you a more realistic trays can go through (and get cleaned look at "Crossroads." at) the dish return. WE GUARANTEE

* 224... that's the number of cu­ * The Liberty Grandpa has been file photo bicles placed at the cafeteria entrance, coming to the cafeteria to talk to Students form a prayer circle around an unfinished eating facility MORE TAN so that you can put your backpacks students for 9 years. during the '92 spring semester which was completed by fall. aside while you eat. (Figuring two * There are five clocks dedicated backpacks per shelf, you could get at by the Liberty Grandpa, but how IN LESS TIME!!! least 448 in, right?) many total clocks? Bible institute reopens doors * The cafeteria serves about 7,000 * All those colorful flags hanging By RUTH GUTIERREZ students, but dropped to 65 students students a day that is more than from the ceiling were made by four Champion Reporter in 1985. 40,000 Monday-Friday alone! ladies from the Marriott office. There Liberty Bible Institute, after clos­ TRBI's culmination was a result * Did you know there are more are 86 flags in nine tempting colors. ing in 1985, will reopen its doors this of several factors, beginning with than 2,500 food trays in the cafete­ * What ARE the colors of those fall for students pursuing pastoral the birth of a correspondence pro- ria? flags? Good question. How about training. ^^^^^^^^^— ^^^^^^^^ gram, the ub- * Liberty students use 168,000 yellow, purple, violet, blue, peach, Classes will be lag erty Home Bible napkins on a weekly basis, which navy blue, red, burgundy and tur­ held in what 'LE/ is for anyone... Institute. averages about four napkins per per­ quoise. was formerly with a willing The decision A.J. Tanning son per meal.This means it would * Many commuting students are the LU cafete­ heart who wants to reopen TRBI take six trees every week to keep LU wondering, "Just how does this re­ ria. began with Dr. 2486 Rivermont Avenue tidy, but don't worry. They use re­ late to me?" Well, over 200 parking Dr. Harold L. to know more Willmington in 846-6901 cycled paper! places were lost under the facility's Willmington, about the Bible." what he calls the * 3,600 plates are kept in stock at all foundations. vice president institute's 1/2 Block from Randolf Macon Woman's College times in the cafeteria. Hopefully these interesting stas- of Liberty Uni­ -Dr.Harold Willmington "Rocky II" * There are well over 3,600 cups in tics have helped you gain a better versity and stage, referring stock - not including the ones that perspective on the makings of a dean of Liberty Bible Institute, began to the school's comeback. The wander into dorm rooms, probably cafeteria like the one we have here the school in the fall of 1972 as the school, under the new name of Lib­ explaining why there are never atLU. Thomas Road Bible Institute. Enroll­ erty Bible Institute, enrolled more Please patronize our enough cups to be found. Thanks to Ernie Minor, Food ment began with 52 students. than 60 students Monday, Aug. 31. * During rush meals, Marriott has Services Director for Marriott, Throughout the years, TRBI main­ The school offers a certificate pro- up to 70 employees working at the who graciously provided all the tained an enrollment of about 150 See LBI, Page 4 Advertisers same time. statistics. Buchanan addreses, encourages LU grads H By ANN WHARTON Baptist Theological Seminary Champion Special to the Champion graduated 113 and 63 students re­ A near capacity crowd of 9,000 spectively. In the seminary, 33 Writers Needed participated in the 19th commence­ students earned masters of arts in ment exercises at Liberty Univer­ religion; 11 earned masters of re­ sity on Saturday, May 9, where ligion education; 16, masters of conservative Patrick Buchanan en­ divinity; and three, doctors of couraged LU graduates to "take ministry. Improve your communication back" their country. Also participating in the cere­ Chancellor Jerry Falwell intro­ mony were graduates of the Lib­ skills, and make a difference on campus. duced Buchanan and credited him erty Home Institute, from which for preserving the pro-life plank on an expected 78 out of 627 gradu­ Experience not necessary. the Republican platform and for ates, marched. the removal of John Frohmeyer, Buchanan was awarded with an director of the National Endow­ honorary doctorate during the cere­ ment of the Arts. mony. Also receiving honorary Fired by the Los Angeles riots, doctorates during the Friday eve­ Come to room 109 on Monday or Wednesday Buchanan attacked the city's lead­ photo by Jell Colo ning Baccalaureate service were: for more information. ers, "who lacked courage to move Dr. Falwell, Patrick Buchanan and Dr. A. Pierre Guillermin Beverly LaHaye, founder of Con­ against the mob or to condemn its evil participate in graduation exercises. Buchanan addressed and cerned Women for America, doctor deeds unequivocally." He accused encouraged Liberty University's class of '92. of humanities; C.T. Abraham, presi­ Los Angeles city government offi­ And as they took back the streets graduated more than 575 students, dent of Priority One India, doctor of cials of giving in to "moral appease­ of Los Angeles, block by block, so more than 175 with a bachelor of sci­ divinity; Paul Donnellson, pastor of Take a shot at it! ment." we must take back our cities and take ence degree in nursing. Approximately Cornerstone Bible Baptist Church, Buchanan concluded his address back our culture and take back our another 250 students earned degrees Redlands, CA., doctor of divinity; with his solution to the violence country," he challenged his audi­ from the School of Business and Gov­ and Allen McFarland, pastor of the rampant in the nation's largest cities, ence. ernment with about 90 students gradu­ Calvary Evangelical Baptist Church, which is "force, rooted in justice, Nearly 2,000 students were eli­ ating from the School of Communica­ Portsmouth, VA. The Chamoio backed by courage." gible to receive degrees from the tions. The Rev. Sumner Wemp, former a^a—#g-w*.>:*wxSm.;.:.:.,f. '• —*'"" "Here [during the riots] were 19- university, including approximately In addition, the School of Education LU vice president of spiritual affairs, ;...... •.'••.'.••••••••'•••••:.:•:.:.:...;.:.;...,-...... ;;: ••«•**.:•'. year-old boys ready to lay down their 750 graduates from the Liberty Uni­ graduated 140 plus students and the was speaker for the Baccalaureate lives to stop a mob from molesting versity School of LifeLong Learn­ College of General Studies had 13 service. innocent people they did not know," ing. graduates. needs outgoing, energetic people Buchanan said. The College of Arts and Sciences The School of Religion and Liberty as photographers. University officals release 1991 campus crime report Editor's note: The following report is odically by security officers and deficiencies ties of Campbell, Bedford, and Amherst and the tance available. In addition. Residence Life provided by Liberty University for cur­ documented at security headquarters (dis­ City of Lynchburg. This relationship includes staff enforces a policy which requires all rent and prospective students, faculty and patcher). Serious deficiencies are also docu­ assistance in crime investigation in and out of residence hall doors to remain secured. staff in compliance with the federal Cam­ mented in incident reports which are routed to the university jurisdiction and information shar­ Off-Campus Crime Monitoring Those interested should contact the pus Safety and Crime Awareness Act. Residence Life and/or maintenance person­ ing. Since Liberty University does not recog­ nel for action. Liberty Emergency Services officers serve nize or authorize off-campus student or­ Liberty University believes that safety is Other campus facilities are monitored and on fool and motor patrol 24 hours a day and ganizations or maintain off-campus housing photography editor at ext. 2128 or in DH 109,110. a top priority for the campus community. checked by security personnel and locked on maintain constant contact with the university for students the Campus Security Depart­ Therefore, emphasis is placed on crime pre­ a periodic basis as stipulated by operational community, affording ready access. ment (L.E.S.) does not monitor any off- vention. Reporting of campus crime and needs of the University community. Campus Security Information Programs campus facilities. Officers and the Student follow-up by the institution is foremost. Access to all campus facilities is limited to Campus Programs provide information to the Development staff do work closely with Reporting Criminal Action* a "need" basis as determined by university university community regarding security proce­ local police agencies in criminal acuvity The university provides an around the administration policies. dures and to encourage students, faculty, and investigation off-campus if il involves uni­ clock contact point for reporting criminal Campus Law Enforcement staff to be responsible for their own security and versity students. Need some dough ? activity. Reports can be channeled to the Hie campus law enforcement agency is the security of others. Annual orientations are Possession, Use, or Sale of Alcoholic Bev­ university's security department by dialing Liberty Emergency Services, which is also conducted at the beginning of the school year in erages and Illegal Drugs 3911 from on-campus phones or 582-3911 the campus security and emergency medical the residence halls and at faculty-staff meetings Possession, use, or sale of alcoholic bev­ from off-campus. Phones in residence hall services agency. Officers of this department to encourage all personnel to become involved erages and illegal drugs by Liberty Univer­ rooms and courtesy phones in academic consist of those designated and appointed by in maintaining a safe environment. sity students is grounds for immediate dis­ Advertising sales facilities are available for calling campus the Chief Judge of the 24lh Judicial Circuit of Campus Crime Prevention Programs missal from die University. The University security (Liberty Emergency Services, LES). Virginia as Special Conservators of the Peace Crime prevention lips and pointers are in­ cooperates with local police agencies in the reps needed for The security department's Uniform Bureau and security officers certified by the Com­ cluded periodically in the student publication of investigation and arrest of individuals en­ dispatches an officer or officers to the scene monwealth of Virginia's Division of Crimi­ the Residence Life Office. This information is gaging in illegal activities in tins area. The Champion. of alleged criminal activity to investigate nal Justice Services (DCJS). Conservators supplied by Liberty Emergency Services and the and take follow-up action as the situation have full police powers on the university Campus Pride and Safety Committee of Resi­ dictates. property and adjacent streets and sidewalks. dence Life. Officers consult with students and All reported crimes are documented on a se­ Security officers have all powers designated we Residence Life staff on a regular basis in this Liberty reports the number of crimes that curity department incident report and chan­ by the Commonwealth of Virginia to assure regard. A "Campus Watch"program initiated in occurred on campus between January. 1991 neled to the responsible official in student the safety and security of the campus. Both August 1992 provides additional campus patrol to December 1991. development for student matters or the ad­ types of officers have authority to enforce the to report criminal acuvity to Liberty Emergency Get a feel for the real world while ministrative offices for faculty or staff mat­ various Federal, Slate and local laws, stat­ Services and to provide escort service on cam­ Crime: Number gaining confidence in your ters. In addition the security department's utes, and ordinances on all university proper- pus. The "Campus Watch" patrols have radio Murder 0 investigations bureau conducts investiga­ lies and may make investigations and arrests communications with the LES dispatcher and Rape (and attempted) 1 communication skills. tions into incidents reported. as set forth in said codes, as well as enforce are monitored by LES at all limes. In addition, Robbery 1 Security of Campus Facilities the rules and regulations adopted by the Residence Life sponsors "Campus Walks" which Assualls 5 University for students, faculty and staff. Residence Halls exterior doors are se­ allow student input into reporting possible safety Burglary 35 Liberty Emergency Services maintains an cured by locks accessible by the residents of hazards (ie unlit areas, traffic/pedestrian safety Auto Theft 1 See Mrs Mazanec CM - 226 Ext. 2128 ongoing relalioiisliip wuh die Virginia Slate die halls. Interior room doors are locked and concerns). Residence Life also sponsors sexual Liquor Arrests 0 Police, Lynchburg Police Department and accessible by residents of the room. Resi­ assault awareness programs, which educate the Drug Arrests 0 the Sheriff's Off ices of ihe surrounding coun­ dence hall exterior doors are checked peri­ students as to awareness, preventions, and assis­ Weapons Arrest 0 Commission Basis Tuesday, September 1.1992 The Champion, Page 3

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By CYNTHIA STROUD come members. to be pro-active not reactive." He told complete set of encyclopedias." Champion Reporter "The purpose of Alpha Lamda Delta students to "begin with the end in The encyclopedias given included; Alpha Lamda Delta members be­ is to encourage academic excellence mind" and stressed the importance of a complete set of Encyclopedia Bri- gan the 1992-93 school year with and train leaders," Dr. Alice putting first things first tianica, an Encyclopedia of Special honors as they initiated 58 new mem­ Mawdsley, faculty adviser for the Also part of the ceremony was the Education and a Encyclopedia on bers and presented contributions to local chapter, said. dedication of books in which the so­ sociology. Ten video tapes on vari­ photo by Lori Tucker the Liberty University library on Tues­ "An educated man with content ciety dedicated close to $4,000 worth ous subjects were also donated. SGA officers for the school year include(from left to right); day, Aug. 25. and experience can relate best to most, of books to the LU library as a result The society presented the new ad­ Chris Gardner, Billy Hampton, Dave Dawson and Beth Sweeney Alpha Lamda Delta, a national if not all men," Dr. Robert Littlejohn, of the "Adopt-a-Book" program. ditions to Dr. David Barnett, the new honors society for freshman, encour­ director of the scholastic honors pro­ "We sent letters to 200 parents (of dean of the library. ages superior learning performance gram and the special ceremony Alpha Lamda Delta members)," "On behalf of the Liberty Univer­ SGA states plans for fall of first-year college students, giving speaker, said. Daniel Mallory, student Adopt-a- sity library, I want to thank Alpha recognition for noteworthy achieve­ In his speech, Littlejohn encour­ Book chairman, said. "We reached Lamda Delta," Barnett said. "I am By PAMELA WALCK this year include: a driver/rider hook­ ments. Freshman must maintain a aged the group of students in three our goal of adding to the library one grateful for the contributions made News Editor up that would allow students to find GPA of 3.5 or higher in order to be­ areas. He said students should "strive book for each department — plus a by each of you." The elected executives of the LU rides home for weekends and breaks, Student Government Association are a dry cleaning service that would planning numerous events for the fall provide dorm pick-up/drop-off for LU debate anticipates record season semester. resident students, and a club counsel Returning this year are SGA Presi­ that would help promote clubs, as By CHRISTINE PIERCY Sept. 19-21 with a tournament at the the ground work which was laid by Institutes, said. dent Dave Dawson and Vice Presi­ well as, explain how to start organiza­ Champion Reporter University of Northern Iowa. That the debaters in year's past. Because The top four colleges in debate rank­ dent Beth Sweeney. New officers in­ tions. The Liberty University debate team will be followed by a tournament at whatever we're going to do relieso n ings for the 1991 -92 school year were clude Billy Hampton, vice president SGA plans to reopen the coffee­ is preparing for another year of tour­ Kings College in Pennsylvania. what they've done before," Rhodes Boston College, Liberty University, of activities and Chris Gardner, vice house this semester though the loca­ naments, hoping to remain consistent "We've gotten off to a good start," said. the University of Northern Iowa, and president of student services. tion is still undetermined because the with last year's achievements. Rhodes, a varsity debater, said. "Al­ In early August LU debaters at­ George-Mason. The position of vice president in old cafeteria is used by the Liberty "The debate team finished the year ready a lot of friendships have started, tended two seperate debate institutes, "We're thankful to the university charge of student services has re­ Bible Institute. ranked second in the nation. This is and that will serve to draw us closer one in Arizona and another at George- family for the support they've given cently been reappointed after a 10- "We are definitely bringing the cof­ one place higher than the previous than what we have been in past years." Mason University. us. We're looking forward to the same year absence from SGA offices. feehouse back, because we had such year," Janet Pierpoint, head coach, The team believes the possibility "Going to the institute over the level of enthusiasm and support this "We had five people apply for the a great turnout last year," Dawson said. "That is the best final ranking for LU debate to climb to even summer helped me to understand the year," Rhodes said. position," Dawson said. "This posi­ said. "We actually had to turn away the debate team has ever achieved. higher levels than last year is a reali­ topics better, as well as get to know Anyone interested in debate should tion is basically involved with any­ people by the hundreds every Friday We're looking forward to the coming sable goal. the people I'll be debating over the contact head coach Janet Pierpoint at thing that might relate to student and Saturday night." year because this year's team has a lot "The potential is always there to go year," Gibbons, a debater who extension 2080. needs, such as the student senate or, For more information call SGA at of potential." beyond and achieve more based on attended the Arizona Debate No previous debate experience is like in the past, refrigerator rentals." ext. 2323 or look for future Cham­ With two returning varsity debaters, necessary. Some of SGA's tentative plans for pion issues. Mindy Currie and Layla Hinton, ad­ -LBI vancing debaters Brian Gibbons, Campus Calandar Chris Rhodes, Audrey Rekeczky, Continued from Page 2 training. Adam Milam and Mike Lind, and gram under the auspices of Liberty The training courses also offer two * The theme this week in chapel new recruit Sandy Noles, the varsity Baptist Theological Seminary, and years of seminars and symposiums opng relationships and friend­ interested in searching for is building successful relation­ ships. team hopes to repeat or exceed last students will have the privilege of that include topics such as "How to names of relatives or friends ships. Wednesday, Sept. 2, is year's standings. learning under qualified instructors. conduct a visitation program" and lost in the Vietnam War. The convocation with Dr. Falwell Spiritual Emphasis Week services: The presence of David Kester, Primary LBI instructors include "How to organize a local church book will be in TE107 on Tues­ leading the special service. Fri­ Sept. 6 9:30 a.m. Multi-Purpose recent LU graduate and new assistant Dr. Jerry Falwell, Dr. Elmer Towns, Bible institute program." day and Thursday afternoons. day, Sept. 4, Dr. Fred Lowery, 5 p.m. Multi-Purpose coach, is expected to keep the teams Dr. Ron Hawkins and Willmington, General Bible courses such as old * Sue Willmington will teach a pastor of the First Baptist Church Sept. 7 10 a.m. on the competitive edge. as well as various other faculty testament survey and theological course on the godly woman of Bossier City, La., will be the Kester debated at LU for four years, members from LU and Liberty Bap­ survey are offered for learning about 7:30 p.m. Multi-Purpose every Tuesday and Thursday speaker. Lowery, president of three of which he qualified for the Na­ tist Theological Seminary. specific portions of the Bible . See next week for more info. at 10:50 a.m. in the old cafete­ the pastors conference in the tional Debate Tournament. "His The courses, based around pastoral "LBI is for anyone who has a * Associate Professor Mary Lou ria. No enrollment fee. Open to Southern Baptist Convention, coaching skills are an asset to the training, include two years of inten­ willing heart and wants to know Fink will have the Vietnam Book everyone. For more info, call will bring a message on devel- debate program," Janet Pierpoint said. sive teaching from one of five more about the Bible," Willmington of Names available to students ext. 2573. The debate team begins the season disciplinary areas of instruction and explained. Come See The New I7te Cutting Crezv

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By TIM PIERCE a sauna. New idea City News Editor "We have pro­ Fitness is a grams for people gives taste household word who know and for millions of don't know how Americans, and to exercise," of learning Courtside Ath­ Barry Bailey, letic Club strives Courtside man­ As college students, we all look to maintain a forward to graduation. We walk ager, said. standard of high Courtside has across a stage in literal hunger for quality programs what we've worked four or more programs of all to meet the needs levels, and certi­ long years to achieve — a degree. of all individuals. Degrees give graduates a mark fied trainers use Courtside be­ a basic screening of distinction and provide opportu­ gan its operation nities that may not have been of­ process to deter­ 12 years ago and mine at which fered otherwise. But when students is one of graduate and finally get into the level each indi­ Lynchburg's pre­ Barry Bailey vidual should "real world," there are numerous miere fitnesscen ­ Courtside manager decisions to make personally, pro­ begin a training ters. As an affili­ program. fessionally, financially, and, be­ ate organization of Centra Health, lieve it or not, academically. Some For college students, Courtside owner of Virginia Baptist and Lyn­ offers incentives such as no initiation graduates may choose to move right chburg General Hospitals, Courtside into a career, some may decide to fee to boost membership. Periodi­ knows the business of fitness and cally, the club offers free passes so attend a graduate school. wellness programs. Degrees show that graduates interested parties can experience all Combining fun and fitness into one of what the center provides. know their stuff (or at least should) is sometimes difficult withoutaproper and can perform the work for which Presently, Courtside is offering a facility. Therefore, Courtside has one-week free pass which expires they've been trained. The only several facilities for integrating both Sept. 30. More information on Court- photo by Andy Padaraon problem is that degrees do not nec­ fun and fitness, including a weight essarily train graduates how to man­ side student membership is available Senior Liberty student, John Angell, builds muscle by pumping iron in Courtside Athletic room, racquetball, volleyball, bas­ by calling 237-6341 or by visiting the age and succeed in their lives out­ ketball and tennis courts, an aerobics Club's weight training room. Angell and other students visit Courtside on a regualar basis. side of a career. center at 1204 Fen wick Drive in gym, fitness machines and, of course, Lynchburg. Have you ever thought about the day when you will need to buy a Families in trouble home? It's no laughing matter. If Courtside Programs you go blindly into settlement, sign­ ing papers without really knowing Certified exercise physiologists provide clients with personal what you are doing you could have Physically abused women counseling, individualized testing and a tailored fitness plan. a lot of heartaches later on. When you decide to purchase • Nautilus • Weight and stress your first car, more often than not, find safety in local shelter • Racquetball management the salesperson will gladly rip you • Free Weights • Flexibility test off and try hard to push extras that By MARILYN GLASGOW the shelter, said. "Some may call in Central Virginia are beaten by a • Tennis • Muscular strength and only boost the price of the car. If Champion Reporter twelve times just for support or ad­ loved one. Family violence crosses • Basketball endurance tests you know at least a little about The Lynchburg Women's Shelter vice on child custody and never come all social, economic, racial and edu­ • Power Plus aerobatics • Cardiovascular fitness what is really going on, you will be in Lynchburg is a haven for physi­ here to live." cational levels. (low & high impact) test much better off. cally abused women who are in need Women at the shelter are usually "Real Life" is an information "Although it is a well kept secret, • Step aerobatics & • Medical history of safety, support and counsel. victims of the cycle of abuse. As chil­ abuse in the Christian community is tool and valuable resource guide conditioning evaluation The shelter, under the direction of dren, they were sexually or physi­ very much a problem," LU psychol­ dedicated to providing simple tips • Walleyball • Cholesterol screening the YWCA's Family Violence Pre­ cally abused or witnessed abuse. Vio­ ogy professor Dr. David Miller said. and techniques which students can • Volleyball test vention Program, gives frightened lence is a part of their lives and dis­ utilize during their college years He added that some experts believe • Cross Training Room • Health history ; women a temporary residence where ruption is customary in their homes. that because of religious beliefs, it ana beyond. Each week brings a they can feel In fact, family may even be more prevalent among different topic with new informa­ protected from iPHf"*™ •"^^^•^™"— violence has be­ Christians. tion and new learning. the abuser until come a serious Many women in crisis have found Topics include auto and home they can put their "Although it is a problem in the protection and hope at the women's buying, as mentioned above, mak­ lives back to­ U.S. A woman shelter, and one of them penned these Jewel Box" ing investments, purchasing insur­ well kept secret, gether. is beaten every words: "I was actually terrified not ance, credit card survival, check­ 'Because fou Can Save Money On fine JeweCry. The women abuse in the 15 seconds, and knowing of tomorrow; my heart was ing and savings plans, resume plan­ are given coun­ Christian battering is the broken and all I could feel was sor­ ning, goal setting, budgeting, job seling and help in number one row. The staff at the shelter became 10% Additional Savings with Student or applications and interviewing, community is very finding a job. cause of injury my dearest friends; their smile gave choosing a grad school and more. Faculty I.D. on current Sale Prices The shelter much a problem." to women. In ap­ deep warmth to me and slowly my Now, what is the mainstream accommodates proximately half heart started to mend. page? Mainstream is a fresh idea 28 women at a —Dr. David Miller of these cases, "I'm thankful for my new home, DIAMONDS WEDDING BANDS with three goals. time and operates ————— —^———^—• children are also thankful to God above. I'm thankful WATCHES 14K CHAINS First, college students like to read 24 hours a day, seven days a week. battered. for the security but mostly for all this about their future careers and about If the shelter is filled, a woman may Today, more than 1,200 shelters love." E235 RIVER RIDGE MALL people who are currently working be placed in a safe home which is and safe homes in America temporar­ For women and children of physi­ in their particular field of interest. LYNCHBURG, VA 24502 another type of temporary housing. ily and discreetly house women and cal or sexual abuse, there is a national STORE PHONE 237-5211 With that in mind, mainstream will "Notevery woman who calls comes their children. hotline open 24 hours a day to assist consist of features on local, re­ here to live," Jill Carroll, director of Each day, an average of 13 women in locating the nearest shelter. gional, national and international professionals who are currently working in fieldswher e LU offers C L A S S I D S a major. 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CITIZENS Km LOOK­ THEY'RE BLAMING TELEVISION ING VOR SOMEONE W POLITICIANS Democrats stress Editorial &A.MEECR THE MESS TO COUNTRY PS IN/ necessary change "...Where the spirit of the Editor: Lord is, there is Liberty." Well, now we know who will be on II Corinthians 3:17 the ticket for the democrats with Gov. Bill Clinton. Stressing generational change, the man from Arkansas has picked Sena­ tor Al Gore. With an indirect appeal Champion greets to white suburbia and the promise of jobs and growth, this is the strongest ticket the democrats have fielded in new students the last two decades. To date, the , here we are on Liberty Mountain—some for the THEMSELVES? GOP ticket has been content to run against Congress and the cultural elite. first time, some for the last. The summer has passed by •^m^ "vr Clinton and Gore will appeal to quick as usual, and we are faced with having to think and V HEY! IT AIN'T QUR B baby boomers and yuppies who are get organized once again. A VAULT.., m HAVENT fiscal conservatives, abortion-neutral The Champion staff would like to extend a warm and and worried about their financial fu­ friendly welcome to all freshmen and transfer students. '.J / I \ \ ture. Clinton is also pro-death pen­ alty, separating him from the Demo­ We are glad to have you here and hope that you will have cratic Party left wing. With crime a terrific semester. such a hot issue, this is certainly a As the semester begins, we need to realize that this time plus for the Clinton-Gore ticket. of year is usually the most crucial. This is the time when Gore's environmental views will attitudes and perspectives are formed, and the atmosphere play especially well with the West Coast crowd though they do not dif­ is set for the majority of the semester. Therefore, The fer drastically from those of Presi­ Champion staff would like to encourage you to make this dent Bush's EPA Administrator. the best year possible. This task is not only the responsibil­ Also sensing that the president has ity of the student body as a whole, but of each individual. America revolves around voting not articulated a pro-growth message The key to a successful year at Liberty is in our attitudes. ByBRANDIBARNUM strangely indifferent toward it. volved in society. Many people also of his own, Clinton and Gore will be going for the throat on the economy. As at any university, there will always be negative things Opinion Editor •$*;:% Why would anyone snub the oppor­ feel that the election of a president The White House has lost control to criticize. If we start out with a positive, Christ-serving We are currently in the midst o|;&s: tunity to elect a president and influ- does not directly affect them. On the ^ftCetrted^cUoiipfth^Snited^Jtatfes? contrary, the election of a president of the spin on capital-gains tax reduc­ attitude, things will undoubtedly seem less frustrating. We hot and heavy election. The cam­ paigns are well under way as Novem* Marry people fjef*jihat th|ir'vbte affects not only every individual per­ tion. Capital-gains reduction is now need to praise the Lord for all the positive changes that have ber swiftly approaches. This is a vi|rj| wouldn't majke a difference&rryvfay, son but also the children and grand- seen as welfare for the rich, when in been made and continue to pray for the things that we still important time for Americans. It'sa^ SO they simply don't vote. But their fehj|djren of these people fact, it would help middle class fami­ need without becoming resentful. time when we celebrate our freedpft. vote docs matter. Jfie laws and programs that are lies the most. One of the main reasons, if not the Besides having a good attitude, we need to keep our and exercise our constitutional The American sysj^m re] implemented now will not only per­ rights. Or do we? each individual assuming his sonally affect each and every one of only reason the GOP has been able to minds open to new and different ideas. College is a big step The right to vote was fought for responsibjTitfeis* Ata'tninim will also affect the type of win the last three presidential elec­ up from living with mom and dad, so don't rule out things long and hard. However, in today's individuals .respoitgibitif": Id u$£P which we will one day tions, is that the electorate has trusted that have never been tried. There are so many things to get society many people do not everttlkc Disregarding this resxf ring oar children. republicans to create economic pros­ perity. involved with. These activities are a good way to meet new the time to register for this righuJlie suits in a dysfunctional system The right to vote is a sacred right In 1980, the citizens of this country people and have a good time. right to vote is meant to be exercised seems thatpeopfe never^^l It and should be treated accordingly. It and appreciated by men and w&rnen•••*•] butthedys: a significant privilege that was rallied around Ronald Reagan and his We have a lot of exciting things to look forward to this alike without regard for race or rejig- I ogportunity to create "*• for maximum participa- economic blueprint for growth. The blue-collar democrats supported tax semester— such as our wonderful new cafeteria. No more ion. blatantly choose not to iffcnot for flagrant disregard. walking around for a half hour trying to find a table or As American citizens and Cb|||- 1 ijtagefbf thi$ Constitutional rights^' . Champion staff challenges cuts and crossed over to vote for : : Reagan. The GOP is in danger of standing in the freezing cold on Sunday nights just to get in tians, we should be concerned \pfh | * Ai; Chn|nan| we are^hgatel $> you to exercise your constitutional losing the crossover Reagan demo­ the door. Special thanks to the generous benefactors. politics. The choosing of a presi|||t J vote in ob%ienic.e to §lons|stent bib­ right and get out and vote. Register is obviously a very important legai- lical ftem^fel^iririgH^suans to for an absentee ballot, and make crats in this election cycle. Just remember that life — and college — are only what process, but many people are actively participate and become in- your vote make a difference. For the GOP to win, they must we make of them. So as we are faced with the day to day point out the faultiness of Gov. hassles and frustrations of college life, let's not forget to be Clinton's economic plan and have thejjr, ow,n economic blueprint for, the \taarMul for the blesisiji^s God has given us. Children with AIDS deserve • '. It" - ... > future. That blueprint must contain optimism. Champion researches ad Secretary of Housing Jack Kemp The editorial staff of The Champion has received criticism right to attend public schools exudes optimism about the future. for accepting advertising from the American Telephone and By KARI A. FOSTER Point must also be an example to the stu­ He articulates a pro-growth, pro- Telegraph company because America's communication Special to The Champion dents on how to treat a child with family message. He is respected by Editor's Note: Having AIDS pres­ AIDS. giant reportedly supports a variety of questionable causes liberals and conservatives alike. ent in our schools is an important The parents should also be edu­ President Bush must nominate Kemp such as Planned Parenthood, the National Organization for issue with which our communities cated. They need to know that AIDS as his vice president. Kemp could Women, and homosexual rights. and our nation must deal. In light cannot be transmitted through casual thwart both Clinton and Gore's argu­ Therefore, the Champion researched this claim and learned of upcoming elections with these contact in the classroom. If a student ments for change, whereas Vice Presi­ that AT & T supported some of these programs in the past. types of concerns at stake, the vari­ with AIDS becomes a danger to other dent Dan Quayle is a liability to the ous results and repercussions to students at school, the school authori­ Since 1989 AT & T no longer contributes funds to Planned ticket, regardless of whether it is his such matters should be examined. the boy in Swansea, Mass., in which ties would know how to deal with the fault or not. Parenthood. Instead those funds have been re-directed AIDS is indeed a serious disease the people in the community sup­ situation and take care of the matter One of the president's greatest toward teenage pregnancy and parenting programs. that many people blow out of context ported the boy, show that not all without harming the other students. strengths is his loyalty. This will not An AT&T spokesperson also pointed out that there are no and make into something it is not. Americans feel children with AIDS But the student with AIDS has the be easy for him. But it must be done contributions to NOW; however, it does support an AIDS is not a disease that can be should not attend school. This is a freedom to be in school also. if he is to field the best team for contracted by casual touch. It is only myth that has been developed by those Finally, the students must be edu­ organization with a similar name but different cause. The November. contracted by sexual activity, drug who are not educated about the dis­ cated. They should know what AIDS Donna Vance Erikson NOW Legal Defense and Education Fund are recipients of use, or blood transfusions. People ease. is and, if possible, why a student has Readers, AT&T funds, which earmarkedfor the organization' s family are often uneducated about this dis­ If people would stop and take a look it. Students should know that sitting The Champion's "LU Forum" of­ law project. According to AT & T, this program "is ease. They simply avoid those in­ at the damage they are doing to the next to or touching a child with AIDS fers the LU community an open fo­ designed to help prevent poverty among women and children fected, thinking that is the only way children involved, they might not be will not infect them. They should be rum to debate and voice their point of to keep from getting the disease. so quick to make a decision. taught how to interact socially with and enhance a women's ability to work." view. This forum is your avenue to Many people never take the time to All school- age children are affected the child with AIDS and how to be respond to the community and to AT & T's corporate policy is "to prohibit unlawful learn anything more about the issue by these uninformed opinions. Think helpful to him. opinions and reviews published in discrimination because of race, color, religion, national because of this mentality,. about what the children must be think­ All children have the rightt o attend The Champion. The editorial is the origin, sex, physical or mental disability, age, or sexual These unfounded fears of "catch­ ing when their parents refuse to let public school. Everyone has the right opinion of the editorial board, solely, ing" AIDS lead many people to feel them play with one of their friends. to pursue happiness. If the child is and the remaining articles bear the administration of personnel policy." Correspondence with that children with AIDS should not They don't understand, and the par­ doomed to death, why deny him one imprimature of the author, solely, not AT & T affirmed that the company refuses "to endorse any be permitted in public schools. ents aren't taking the time to explain of his last pleasures? Liberty University. I encourage you personal lifestyle, nor promote any particular sexual However, there is no existing evi­ to them. As Christians, denying a child with to take advantage of the opportunity orientation." While it is true that homosexuals may hold dence that AIDS is transmitted casu­ The solution to this crisis lies in AIDS attendance at school is like offered in the paper by responding to group meetings, it is also true that AA/Drug Recovery ally, as in a classroom setting. education. Teachers need to be edu­ denying a non-Christian attendance published articles or events in our Cases such as Ryan While's, in at church. We should start educating community or the world. programs and Bible study groups are also permitted to meet cated first. They need to know how to which the White family finallywo n deal emotionally and physically with people instead of acting in ignorance. Ben Lafrombois in AT&T facilities. The programs are voluntary and groups the battle for him to go to school, and students who have AIDS. The teacher Editor are not allowed to recruit. The Champion desires to alleviate concern that we indirectly support causes contrary to Christian mores. Children with AIDS pose avoidable threat Research indicates that AT&T does not support such causes; therefore it is reasonable to accept AT&T advertising. By BRANDI BARNUM A person's child with AIDS. Children with AIDS should not be Opinion Editor health is one of the Counterpoint The real issue allowed to attend public schools, not The Champion Forum Policies With the ever growing threat of few sacred things isn't sheltering only for the sake of the other children The Champion encourages members AIDS and other sexually transmitted left these days. the other children but also for the sake of the child him­ Box 20000 Liberty University of the community to submit letters to the diseases, people have become increas­ Every precaution from the realities self. If a child is terminally ill with Lynchburg, VA 24506-8001 editor on any subject. ingly callous toward other people and should be taken to of AIDS. The AIDS, the last thing he should do is (804) 582-2471 Letters should not exceed 400 words. their lifestyles. protect it. teachers, parents go to school five days every week. The Champion will print unisgned let­ Ben LaFrombols Callous or not, AIDS is a disease Granted, AIDS and children Most likely, the child does not want ters as long as they are of value, not Editor-in-Chief that doesn't get much sympathy. may not be a should be fully to go to school anyway. Let him containing vulgarity nor defamatory in Chris Holden Shellle Heckathorn Some people make their decisions "casual contact" educated about enjoy the rest of his life to the best of nature. The Champion asks that all let­ Copy Editor Graphics Editor AIDS and methods of contraction. ters be typed. about this issue based on the severity disease, but why put other children at his advantage under these harsh cir­ I'am Walck Mike Gathman and stereotypical nature of the dis­ risk? Though one cannot get AIDS But why set anyone up for disaster? cumstances. News Editor Sports Editor All material submitted becomes the Tim Pierce Jeffrey A. Cota properly of The Champion. ease without taking into considera­ from simply being around an infected Why take a needless chance? In the event that the child does wish City News Editor Photo Editor The Champion reserves the right to tion all of the factors involved. person, what if two children fall, This is the heart of the issue. Be­ to continue his education, home- David Hart Melissa Birkhead accept, reject or edit any letter received, Many people tend to run the other scrape their hands and knees and un­ cause of the sexual nature of AIDS, schools and private institutions are Feature Editor Ad Production Manager according to The Champion stylebook. way when they discover someone knowingly touch? This is realisti­ the children tend to suffer more from Brand! Barnum Prut. Ann Wharton viable options. This is the only fair The deadline is 6 p.m. Wednesday. Opinion Editor Adviser who has AIDS. It is not necessarily cally possible. After all, children are the taunting and accusations of the and rational solution. If we are to do 'l"he Champion is distributed every Tuesday Please address all letters to "Editor, the person with the disease from rough and play around at recess. They other students than they would from what is truly best for all those in­ while school is in session. The opinions The Champion" and drop them off in DH whom people run from, but the dis­ have plenty of opportunities to cut or being denied the right to attend school. volved, we will have to opt not to expressed in this publication do not bear the 109 or mail to Box 22581, Liberty Uni­ ease itself and connotations associ­ scrape themselves, and this could only Why provide an opportunity to let allow children with AIDS to attend imprima'.ure of Liberty University. versity, Lynchburg. VA, 24506-8001. ated with it. lead to tragedy in the presence of a other tragedies stem from this one? public schools.

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I. I !•• lifei U. Long-term viewpoint supported UA/EW CoV£A//tA/r" By BEN LAFROMBOIS The basic assumptions undergird- — not to mention their old age. Be­ Editor ing this quote by Abraham Lincoln sides viewing his struggle in the long- "This is the cost of being a Chris­ apply to today's struggles as they term, Lincoln placed emphasis upon tian today," a man told CNN report­ also applied to the struggle that faith in God. If Liberty is to exist, it ers after being sentenced to serve jail berthed our nation and the struggle will. time for violating civil law. Lincoln led — reuniting the states. New and returning students can The man disobeyed civil authori­ Whether a struggle appears monu­ also apply Lincoln's assumptions to ties by violating an order not to pro­ mental or minuscule, Lincoln's their education. College provides a test more than 100 feet from an abor­ viewpoint adds depth and strength foundation for a lifetime of learning. tion clinic. The local civil authority to a cause. First, Lincoln's focus College must be viewed as a step in had arrested him earlier for trespass­ was on the long-term. With dis­ the educational process. ing. tantly fixed vision, he proceeded Those who apply themselves dur­ Another abortion protester, in the with a firmbelie f in the sovereignty ing college will be best prepared to name of Christianity, told reporters of God. utilize the tools learned. College also that she wanted to force her morality In the recent past, Liberty has en­ facilitates a maturing of the person as on others since others' morality was countered many difficulties. Focus­ a whole, concentrating on the mind. being forced upon her. Is she being ing on these short-term difficulties As one views life from a long-term forced to get an abortion? contradicts the thinking that built perspective, one must also rely, as The struggles presented Christians and sustained our nation and great Lincoln did, upon providence. Un­ in 20th century America has resulted universities. Refocusing ourselves, derstanding that God has placed each in search for true Christianity and for using Lincoln's guidelines, permits person here results in a greater seri­ the "Christian" academy. another picture of Liberty Univer­ ousness toward the task of develop­ Are Christians confronting the sity to become clear. ing mental and spiritual maturity. problems of our age in a traditional, Liberty's vision relies upon the Flippancy about obtaining an edu­ Christ's return becomes orthodox manner? How does a tradi­ long-term. It is an institution de­ cation often results from ignorance or tional viewpoint apply to defining a signed to train people that would in­ ignoring of the long-term outlook and Christian university? How did Chris­ fluence the world. Significant influ­ one's responsibility to God. Fulfill­ tian leaders of the past confront their ence results only from many years ing Liberty's vision requires well- obsession among struggles? of directed effort toward the vision. qualified people to carry it out. "The struggle of today is not alto­ Concentrating on the short-term only Viewing circumstances as Lincoln gether for today; it is for a vast future distorts overall purpose and result. did permits one to undertake tasks also. With a reliance on providence Liberty University is a young in­ such as acquiring an education, de­ theologians, layman all the more firm and earnest, let us stitution, and institutions that now veloping a world-class university, or By BEN LaFROMBOIS ing Christ's imminent ap­ proceed in the great task which events have much influence in society also confronting social ills in a healthy, Editor pearance in the clouds. have devolved upon us." had similar problems in their youth God-pleasing manner. When will Christ return? Beyond speculating on the "Last Days" thought engrosses the time or even season of His modern church. Books, pamphlets and reappearance, many want videos all speculating on such things to claim understanding of as the anti-Christ, the beast, and the the entire book of Revela­ revived Roman and Babylonian em­ tion, placing it indubitably Christians should examine beliefs pires are commonplace. into today's political real­ Such speculation is to sound Bibli­ ity. By BRANDIBARNUM based and which have no biblical With this in mind, disagreements cal teaching as much as reliance upon Rather than attempting Opinion Editor foundation. Christians should know should be welcomed by the Chris­ the stars to make political decisions to redefine "prophecy" as a Editor's Note: This is the introduc­ what they believe and why they tian, not shunned. relies- upon fact, reason and ethical modern prescription or tion to a continuing series dealing believe it. So many times, Christians con­ leadership. "progress" from an ahis- with Christian viewpoints. Today's Often Christians accept the views demn things that they believe to be As relying upon the stars is prone to torical Revelation, it may Christian society is being destroyed and values of their parents without ungodly. However, by so doing they lead a politician astray, so can specu­ be better to view "proph­ by ideas and opinions which are ever examining or evaluating the isolate themselves and severe their lation into the unknown lead indi­ ecy" in its more proper con­ contrary to biblical standards. This reasoning behind these viewpoints. ties and credibility with non-Chris­ viduals and the church astray. text as shown by the major series will challenge add question This has created chaos and confu­ tians. How do the unsaved feel when Christ approached the subject with and minor prophets. The basic assumptions on several perti- sion in today's Christian society they are simply condemned for doing caution and humility, knowing the power of prophecy was not because many Christians may know things that are supposedly ungodly? dangers. in prediction based upon Mainmining a balanced and stable exactly what they believe, but they They surely feel that Christians have "But of that day and hour no one speculation,butinthemani- Christian viewpoint in today's soci­ have no idea why they believe it. a "holier-than-thou" attitude which knows, neither the angels in heaven festation of divine justice ety of secular humanistic values is not This breakdown has prevented makes them even more leery of Chris­ nor the Son, but only the Father (John on the basis of the fact of an easy thing to do. many Christians from effectively tianity. 13:32)," Jesus said. disobedience. It was notand Liberty allows for a wide variety of witnessing and discipling others. It Instead of condemning, Christians After professing His ignorance He is not geared to future ex­ Christian thought while remaining has also hindered their own spiritual should be in tune enough with their taught His followers to, "watch and pectation, but to present fulfillment capacity? Those who would construe focused upon basic Christian founda­ growth and maturity. beliefs and viewpoints to understand pray." He did not say my return date of a prior promise. Revelation would do well to pay heed tions. But even in an environment The only way to solve this prob­ that with which they do not agree. is hidden in scripture or in the stars. Such understanding imeshes the what John meant when he wrote in based on such strong foundations, lem is to foster critical thinking. In this series, pertinent issues fac­ He said, no one ^^^^^^^m ^^^^^^^^^ believer in a here Revelation 1:3. "Blessed is he who people will undoubtedly stray far Christians need to look at what they ing Christians today will be exam­ knows. Jesus' ex­ and now (then?) reads and those who hear the word of away from the mainstream in opinion believe and know exactly why they ined. How should Christians ap­ ample to His fol­ "The sky is not relationship with this prophecy..." He did not mean we and thought. do. Christians should expand their proach and respond to secular chal­ lowers did not in­ falling, and even if it Christ allowing would be blessed for reading it as so One might also tend to adapt the horizons. One must realize they do lenges against Christian belief and clude such specu­ for a union now many have seemingly mistaken. opinions and viewpoints of peers and not live in a predominantly Chris­ practice? If the church is going to be lation. were, it is none of rather than at He realized the dangers of attempt­ leaders, not to say that those opinions tian world, and need to adapt with­ the salt of the earth. Christians must By adhering to our concern." some unknown ing millennial speculation, dangers or viewpoints are wrong. But it is det­ out conforming. obtain a comprehensive understand­ Christ's example, later date in the which the modern church has forgot­ rimental to our own well-being to Christians cannot shut out every­ ing of the Christian applying their the modern church _^^_^_^_ ^^^^^^^^^ clouds. ten. adapt the ideas and beliefs of another thing with which they don't agree. beliefs in society. would be much Orientation Looking at Scripture in its entirety, person without knowing why or truly By doing so, we create a sort of This series will hopefully not only more oriented to the here and now toward the present instead of the fu­ we must realize that it is just as likely understanding those ideas and whole­ bubble in which we then must live, offer debate, foster thinking and ex­ rather than the tomorrow and forever. ture is what Christ intended to em­ that Christ will not return as He will heartedly believing them. but when one is dealing with dissa- amine pertinent subjects, but also Christ emphasized preparedness, phasize. He came to set the captives return in our lifetime. The gospel has Granted, practicing so many differ­ greements, not likes or dislikes, the force us to take a broad look at Chris­ knowing the Father and His ways free today not tomorrow. Much specu­ yet to reach most of the world, and the ent standards and values within the basis for the divergent opinions is tianity and learn to express what we through His example, not foolishly lation entraps a believer into the fu­ Bible talks more of perfecting the Christian society often makes it hard based upon reason. Christianity is believe and be able to back it up with attempting to gain an understanding ture mode. believer than the second coming or to determine which ones are biblically the most reasonable of all positions. sound reasoning. of the unknown. Many students at Liberty have fallen the last days. The emphasis seems The church was created by Christ prey to the notion of Christ's immi­ clear. for present day living, not to specu­ nent return. But what is imminent? The dangers of such speculation Read My Lips late and hope in His return. Isn't the Does the Bible say that to the Lord are highlighted by the fact that a cor­ LIBERTY UNIVERSITY foundation of Christ's victory on the a thousand years is as a day, and a day relation can be made between the up- cross much stronger than a hoping in is as a thousand ^^^_^^__ mm^m^mmammmm surge in such "It cannot be emphasized His imminent return? Believers must years? Ten years thought and a too strongly ortoo often, that orient themselves to the present, build­ could actually "The rise and fall of downtrend in THE CHAMPION ing their faith upon the victory Christ mean 10,000. nations have been missions. While this great nation was won on the cross, not in His return, Reliance upon we have been founded, not by religionists, the consummation of His victory. timetables or cur­ a common rapturing our­ but by Christians; not on Did not Christ die so that victory rent events as a occurrence in selves, the world religions, but on the gospel could be ours today - evidenced, not basis for belief history." has been persist­ ^iiiiiiS in some apocalyptic event, but in the leads to a specula­ ing or more of Jesus Christ.." power endowed by the Holy Spirit to tive type of faith likely growing — — Patrick Henry live in a manner pleasing to the Lord? without cognitive ~~~™"^ — —————— in the ignorance With a donation of $25 to the Absent express command, concen­ foundation. What happens when of His truth and light. This disturbing University, you and your family can trating on the circumstances and time Christ does not reappear and our gen­ correlation dovetails into the short­ "The highest glory of the of some future event is irrelevant to eration begins dying? This is not the comings experienced by the church receive American Revolution was how believers should act today. type of faith that we can pass on to the over the same period of time. Such this: it connected, in one Should the church perceive politi­ next generation with the expectation speculation has turned our attention The Champion. indissoluble bond of cal upheaval as a sign of the "end of a healthy church. away from our responsibilities which times"? Another perspective would Obsessive thinking that the second call for us, as God-fearing Christians principles of civil govern­ be to understand that Christ will re­ coming is near also causes withdrawal to follow His example by concentrat­ Send payments to: ment with the principles of turn only in His timing, and until then from society, again in direct contrast ing on the Bible as it tells us how to The Champion Christianity." the Lord will create and destroy na­ to Christ and His lifestyle. This is not live rightly before Him today. tions for His purpose and ultimate to say the believer cannot take solace The sky is not falling, and even if it Box 20000 — John Quincy Adams glory. in Christ's imminent return. Christ were, it is none of our concern to the Lynchburg VA 24506-8001 The rise and fall of nations have could return tomorrow. Literally.One extent it is out of our control and therefore should not be on our prior­ "It is impossible to rightly been a common occurrence in his­ of the major difficulties with a future ._ „ —— • tory. Christians should expect such oriented view that ties His coming to ity list. Rather, faith should be com­ govern the world without because, "When you hear of wars and current events is that such a view does pletely grounded on Christ's victory God and the Bible." rumors of wars, do not be troubled; not allow for such a possibility .Thus, in His death, burial and resurrection for such things must happen, but the it is not only too future oriented, is not as revealed in His inerrant Word such \ciciTes$:-. I.. — George Washington end is not yet (Mark 13:)." sufficiently present oriented. that any event would be viewed only —„ _ .— Yet, today, members of the Chris­ Would it be best to follow the ex­ as the mighty hand of God displaying Fort Worth Star-Telegram tian community, theologians and lay­ ample of John Calvin who never wrote His power to bring glory unto Him­ July 24,1992 man alike, are engrossed in predict­ a treatise on Revelation, claiming in­ self. Let's make it real not myth.

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Page 8, The Champion feature Tuesday, September 1,1992 LU grad climbs corporate ladder By LORRIE ANNE TRENT Special to The Champion Many students look forward to never taking another test; but, fol­ lowing college, Tyree Wooldridge studied an additional 5,000 hours to complete 23 tests in eight years to be named a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries. Wooldridge graduated Summa Cum Laud from Liberty in 1983 with a bachelor's degree in mathe­ matics and is presently employed at First Colony Life Insurance in Lyn­ chburg. "When I went to First Colony, I almost wasn't hired because I was a graduate from Liberty," Wooldridge The first thing that every freshman should said. Percentage of know concerns the cafeteria. He felt the uncertainty others had Liberty's population Hey, sometimes we all eat alone. When new students attend chapel services, they should be of his capabilities when he was first careful to avoid the seating areas where the mysterious Vines employed there and was later told by Center winds may ruin their hair that they spent all morning working on. The winds are believed to be a ploy to get the the person who hired him that he students to sit closer to the front, but this can't be documented. was very hesitant when he consid­ photo by Alumni office Some freshmen may be overwhelmed by the new-found ered Wooldridge's education. Tyree Wooldridge, right, receives a certificate signifying his fellowship in the Society of Actuaries privilege they have to get up in the middle of a class lecture to visit the restroom. In high school this was frowned upon, and "I had a real determination to prove after successfully completing 23 test over a span of eight years. it is a privilege which shouldn't be overused. Just lemembcr, cash refunds are rare, open parking is even to them that they made a good deci­ sell as well as how much the profits sisted him in attaining his goals. balanced," Wooldridge said. rarer, and always have a friend tt the front of the line. sion," Wooldridge said. "It was a will be, and I examine under what eco­ "Only 25 to 40 percent of the people Wooldridge also believes that Lib­ real challenge to me to prove what nomic conditions our company will who take the tests (required to be erty taught him how to be a good Dr. Falwell said was not only rheto­ do well or go belly up," he said. named a Fellow of the Society of the husband and father. He is married to Christian Faith ric." Wooldridge, along with his wife, Actuaries) ever pass, but Liberty Polly, who he met at a special Olym­ in Action... Wooldridge was hired by First taught me determination and pushed pics event, where they were both vol­ Dwayne Canon 1. The person with the problem Polly, are involved with a newly-wed Special to The Champion should make the first move to Colony in 1984 as an actuarial tech­ class taught on Sunday mornings at me to try to achieve," he said. unteering. Psalm 133 tells us how good and discuss it nician. "I did computer work, pro­ Thomas Road Baptist Church. They Wooldridge has had to face many Polly works at Cooperative Sav­ pleasant it is for bretheren to dwell in 2. Only one complaint per session. gramming, as well as attending semi­ are also dorm parents at Liberty. "It's obstacles to reach where he is today, ings and Loan and is only a few hours unity. However, the psalmist has never 3. No trapping questions (those nars and studying," Wooldridge said. a lot of fun," Wooldridge said. but the greatest task was overcoming away from her General Studies de­ tried sharing a room with your room­ beginning with "why" are usually Then he moved to be the manager Wooldridge's future goals involve the tag of being a Liberty graduate. gree. They also have two children: mate! You have different backgrounds covert ways of attempted control). of annuity valuations. This position climbing the management ladder at He feels a lot has changed, how­ Beth, who is four years old and Kim, and different opinions on almost every 4. Just speak clear statements (ex. entailed calculating the amount of First Colony, as well as becoming ever, since he was first looking for a who is one year old. subject Although occassional con­ "Your behavior is so..." money the company should allocate more involved with the community job. Although many businesses real­ "It should never be said that some­ flicts are inevitable, we can learn how to "When you do that I feel..." to pay policy holders who are eli­ and Thomas Road. ize the potential of Liberty graduates, one worked harder or was more dedi­ resolve conflicts. "What I desire is..."). gible for compensation. "I am very committed to this area. It Wooldridge had to prove his ability. cated than you," he said. "It gets Professor David Augsburg, in his best 5. Have the other person repeat Presently, Wooldridge is the as­ is a great place to raise children," he "I do not think businesses realize tougher and tougher every year to seller. Caring Enough to Confront, gives your "beef." sistant vice president in charge of said. that someone from Liberty is exactly findagoodjob, andbusinessesaren't six guidelines for clearing roommate 6. Respond with clear yes, no or problems. compromise. profits and projections. "I project Wooldridge feels that Liberty helped what they are looking for. Students just going to roll out the red carpet for how much the company expects to implant discipline in him which as- from Liberty tend to be tremendously you."

w^nT,TTT^^^nTTT^^^nTW^^W7TWT, Hart of the Matter •• •• • '•'•••••'- •'•••••'• - • •••••••-••• ~ - • ••••••••••••••••••• •••••- Change is just a part of life Conversation is predictable Have you ever heard the saying, how, in a week or so, I could possibly What I am about to describe, you read road signs aloud in a desperate "the more things change, the more return to my original room. For now, have probably experienced recently. attempt to break the silence. They David they stay the same"? It never made however, I would simply have to be Many of you travel with a group of John read each passing sign verbatim. much sense to me... well, not until Hart patient. friends eight hours or more in order to Scoti These are usually odd signs such last week anyway. Feature Editor As college students, we sometimes begin school. Staff Columnist as "Friar Tuck French Fries" or As I drove on campus and passed dislike "changes" such as the stop What you may not realize, however, "Hair's To Ya' Hair Salon." the guard shack, I neared a com­ sign, speed bump and dorm assign­ is that the conversation which occurs Authorities agree that reading road pletely foreign object. An object the Vines Center, a speed bump the ments. Instead, we prefer the famil­ on long trips like these is predictable. signs for more than an hour is very which, at two o'clock in the morning, likes of which my Sunbird had never iar and the uncomplicated. But life You begin the car ridewit h an avid Conversational Car Travel annoying.2 Others say the same thing.3 vaguely resembled a stop sign. And seen — and never would see, since isn't always so simple. desire to discuss things with your Bored, the passengers now enter the I repeat vaguely. For looking the "portable speed bump" was gone We constantly encounter new situ­ friends; but as the hours pass, conver­ PHASE I final phase. through my contacts at two in the the next morning! ations which we must react to with sation wanes. You enter the System of (Normal Conversation) Phase V consists of humming or morning is the equivalent of looking However, these surprises seemed caution and responsibility. And in Conversational Car Travel. singing to themselves. On church through skim milk. trivial compared to the surprise which these unexpected situations, we will In figure 1 you can see the progres­ PHASE II buses this usually involves such clas­ Like most returning students, ac­ lay ahead. I was completely unaware either demonstrate our common sion on a typical eight hour drive. (Silence or Nap) sics as the '73 hit, "Oh You Can't Get customed to blazing past the Relig­ of the fate that would befall me the sense, or be ashamed of our actions. Phase I deals with the long lasting To Heaven On Roller Skates." The ion Hall faster that LU ushers can next afternoon during check-in. Furthermore, we always discover discussion about things directly af­ PHASE III closer the vehicle gets to the destina­ "take their places," I didn't compre­ "You'll need to see somebody at obstacles which seem to hinder our fecting the passengers. They may dis­ (Saying "Look at that") tion, the louder the volume. hend it was indeed a stop sign until that table right over there," she said performance. Yet, these obstacles cuss recent humorous stories, describe These phases may be foreign to a I'd already passed it. with raised eyebrows. "The one that are easily overcome if only we de­ relationships with other people, and PHASE IV lot of you readers since your mind is Embarrassed, I immediately says 'Dorm Problems'." Now, I'm cide that they are challenges rather share personal opinions. Yet, this can (Reading Road Signs Aloud) focused more on school than an eight slowed down and looked in the rear pretty optimistic guy, but being di­ than deterrents. only last so long since everyone runs hour drive. view mirror— a look very similar to rected to a table labeled "Dorm Prob­ And finally, we continually face out of things to say. PHASE V However, the next time you travel thatclassic"justawoke violently from lems" doesn't exactly give me the adverse circumstances which require Phase II which consists of silence (Humming or Singing to Oneself) with passengers on a long trip, you sleeping in class" look. warm fuzzies. minor adjustments. But it's neither and a time for a brief nap. Everyone may want keep this article in mind. Just then, a thunderous noise es­ "Let'sseehere," hesighed. "You'll the fault of the person who told you needs a nap now and then.1 Shortly I think you will agree, that the Sys­ caped from somewhere below my be in dorm 15, room two." I remained the news, nor of the individuals to everyone will be awake but still no purple house, how dumb" or "Look at tem of Conversational Car Travel is vehicle. My body was thrown to and calm and slowly explained how I was whom you must adjust. new stories. that tree over there" or "Look at that truly universal. fro, until at last, I lunged for the supposed to be in Dorm 7 with my Like it or not, change is a part of The driver and the passengers then old man sleeping in the car next to 1. Episode 31- "The Simpons"; steering wheel and regained control requested and perfectly matched life. And it's not just something plunge into Phase III, where they look us". Everything that they say in this The Fox Network, 1991. of the car. roommate David. we've never experienced before... outside the car windows trying to ini­ phase has the phrase "Look at..." in it. 2. A guy in the bank line told me. Unbeknownst to me, I'd been He politely informed me of the it's something we experience every tiate conversation. But wait, it gets worse. 3. The guy standing behind the rocked by a speed bump the size of senior dorms situation and explained day of our lives. They say things like, "Look at that In Phase IV, everyone begins to guy in the line.

By Champion Staff I©TOPTENCOUNTDo Answers Please By David Hart Feature Editor What will be your greatest Top Ten comments challenge this in new cafeteria A10. "I can't believe we fell for it. There is no green t banner!" "Having to "Surviving "Managing A 9. "Incredible. They spend a million dollars building a eat Marriott my biology my time as an cafeteria, and I can't get a glass of water." food for one class and get­ RA with my ft 8. "Crossroads sounds so much cooler than SAG A— ¥ more year." ting an A." studies and * don't you think?" still allowing 7. "With air conditioning, my ice cream melts only half time for fun." ft as fast as it did last year." 6. "Have you noticed the dish return is about three I * Jeff Miedema Chad Moore Laura King miles from the exit?" Hudsonville, Mich.. Deerfield Beach, Fla. Glascow, Ky. ft 5. "I wonder if I can count all this walking for activity points in gym?" "Learning "Keeping "Adjusting to * 4. "Remember the old days when it took two the Greek myself disci­ the rules here ft napkins just to wipe the water off your trays?" I and Hebrew plined and at Liberty. " 3. "Lord, I pray you'd help us find our way back to * language." focused on the table after we get our drinks. Amen." my studies." ft 2. "I think I broke my ankle jumping down from that ledge outside the front entrance." "Maybe we should march up to the senior dorms Byeong-Je Kim Florentina Luncan Wendy Willson •&_an d pray for those too." S. Korea Romania Wilmington, 111. 2

* Tuesday, September 1,1992 feature The Champion, Page 9 Adam's Fellowship provides a breath of fresh air ByLAURITEVEPAUGH Sunday school and to smile and 15 hours on preparing a five to ten students here at Liberty. If a student desires a more in-depth uniqueness, its difference from Bible laugh." minute skit. If the team develops an classes and chapel services and the Champion Reporter "I go to Adams' class because I study of the Bible, then another class There is no set agenda for the class idea for a skit, Adams will develop chance it offers to get involved Editor's Note: The following is the like the interaction he has with stu­ would probably be more to his liking. which is one thing that attracts stu­ his message around that. At other dents. You can associate with the "The class is a creative approach to first in a series of "previews" de­ "The fellowship class is more en­ dents to it. "It is always different," times, the team will build a skit around speaker. He keeps it interesting by getting to know people. It's a re­ signed to inform students about tertaining than spiritually directive," Brian Johnson said. Adams' message. dealing with current issues," Bill Dan Polto said. freshing change," Brandy Geisler the various Sunday School classes. The typical class includes a short "One skit that the drama team did Sidebottom said. Students that like this class like its said. "If a person would enjoy a Chris­ challenge by Adams or a guest about dating persuaded me to ask this tian David Letterman environment, a speaker, music by groups or indi­ girl out that I had wanted to ask out non-traditional Sunday school and viduals, skits, rec- MMMHMi I^HMIMH for an entire se- innovative dynamics, then the fel­ ognition of birth­ mester, Craig Weekly Crossword lowship class is for him," Dave days and a time of "We want them to said. w Adams, teacher of the fellowship matchmaking, enjoy koinonia "Dave Adams' " Independently Speaking By Gerry Frey class, said. "I want this class to be a one of Adams* fa­ class utilizes ACROSS 12 3 4 MS 6 7 8 B9 10 11 12 breath of fresh air to the student who vorite things to do. (fellowship).. .to YouthQuest 1 Bunch has had a weary week." Adams has a phi­ enjoy being in teams to explain 13 Il4 115 5 Lassie Students seem to want the same losophy that his message more Sunday school and to 9 Ms. Miles:Var. 16 17 18 thing from a Sunday school class. "I people do not date fully in song, in 13 Teenage nemesis go to Adams' class because it is not so very much. smile and laugh." 19 H20 •?•! drama and in any 14 Coeur stuffy and traditional. It is informal," "He encourages other way he feels -Dave Adams 15 Puella's opposite • 22 B23 Steve Craig said. dating often and can better portray The fellowship class has a four­ dating for fun, not 16 • of ______his message," human events* 24 25 26 H** |28 29 30 mm fold purpose according to Adams: commitment. Sometimes the dates John Scott, former drama director, inspiration, fellowship, fun and par­ work. Sometimes they don't. But that 19 Women's org. 31 B32 B33 said. "Our philosophy is to enhance 20 Perceive ticipation. "We want the class to be is notreally the point," Tim Bouman, what he is speaking about, so that 34 35 36 inspirational by addressing the issues a member of the YouthQuest drama 21 Corrections to people can not only hear the message printed matter 37 H38 B39 facing students lives and making the team, said. but see it." II Word meet their needs. We want 22 Raisond' The skits are usually performed by Adams' messages are topical, not 23 Summer coolers 40 B41 m** them to enjoy koinonia (fellowship). the YouthQuest Drama team. They exegetical. They are youth-oriented We want them to enjoy being in 24 Moses'slate • 43 B** spend anywhere from two hours to and deal with issues applicable to the 27 Raised 28 Earl Grey, eg 45 46 47 H** B49 50 51 31 Once more 52 53 54 32 Weather word 33 Islands off Timor 55 msr, msi 34 "We to 58 H59 B60 God can still work wonders be..." 37 Heraldic border Have you ever read a book you just culed, persecuted, and who are the 38 Employs 5 Dull finish 41 Wings couldn't put down? I mean, the type Nelson ambassadors of Christ. 39 Actor Flynn 6 Pain's partner 42 Ideology of book that holds your attention for One question remains though. How 40 Precedes 'TER":Chris- Chapman 7 Anger 43 TV host hours because of its story, action and are we, the ones that the Spirit of God tian Holy Day 8 Undertaker's concern 44 Mix thoroughly 4 %}&?***•• •$$$$ suspense. Staff Columnltt works through today, to live? 41 Singer Ed 9 Cowboy's tools 45 Word with team or club You soak in every chapter until you One word says it all—"faithful." I 42 Crimp 10 Distinctive atmosphere 46 Two part cookie finally reach the last page. Then, Cor. 4:2 says, "Moreover it is re­ 43 German river 11 Relaxation 47 Lease unexpectedly, the story ends unre­ when Paul is in Rome, and we read the quired in stewards, that a man be 44 Small nail 12 Region 48 Perfect score:2 wds solved and leaves you hanging. following words from verse 31: found faithful." 45 Stately 14 Shot 49 Ms. Muffet's concern Well, the Bible has just that kind of "Preaching the Kingdom of God, and We are the stewards of God (I 48 Actor Guiness 17 Purpose 50 Wiseman a book. The book gives an account teaching those things which concern Cor.4:l) and must be faithful to our 49 Reb'sorg. 18 Mined 51 Pub offerings that spans a 30-year period and in­ the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confi­ Lord in all that we do. Throughout the 52 "That all men 22 Delete 53 Devoured cludes such moments as: the ascen­ dence, no man forbidding him." book of Acts that faithfulness is a 23 Zodiac sign 54 Vadis sion of Christ, the coming of the Holy So what happens? What happens to common trend. The leaders in the 55 Mr. Descartes 24 California resort Spirit on Pentecost, the first sermon Peter, Paul and the rest of the church? early church were men who put their 56 Pool worker 25 Greek market place Do you have any ques­ given in the church age by Peter, Why is there such an abrupt ending? faith in Jesus and were faithful to their 57 Egg on 26 Baseball needs miracles, and the persecution of the Well, there is a reason for the way calling to the point of death. 58 Small particle 27 Baseball needs tions, concerns or com­ church. the book of Acts ends. The book rec­ Now that a new school year is 59 Care for 28 Tropical fish ments about the cross­ Then the book quickly leads to the ords the acts of the Holy Spirit through underway at Liberty, let's be faithful 60 Lyric poems 29 Basic beliefs word? Just drop by DH story of the first martyr, the spread of the church. Now, we all know that the to the Lord who has brought us all DOWN 30 Theater part 109 and tell somebody here. Christianity, conversion of Paul, church age and the acts of the Holy 1 "Overboard" star 32 Perceive again what you think. conversion of the Gentiles, the mis­ Spirit didn't end with Paul in Rome. In all that you undertake, do it to the 2 Reverberate 33 Tempted sionary journeys, and Paul in Rome. The Holy Spirit still works through glory of God (I Cor. 10:31). Strive 3 Over again 35 Most modest Answers will be pub­ This book is, of course, none other the church today. towardexcellenceandmaturity (Matt. 4 Word with bull or pig 36 Run the mile again lished in next Champion. 5:48). Walk in the Spirit (Gal. 5:16). than the book of Acts. New pages of acts are being written Have fun and good luck! Acts has a lot of action and dra­ today by what God does with his When you are faithful to God who 1992 All rights reserved GFR Associates matic situations. Yet, at the conclu­ people. We, today, are the Christians is always faithful, He will surely work P.O. Box 461, Schenectady, NY 12301 sion of the book, the unexpected hap­ who walk in a world blind to the truth his wondrous acts through you. pens. The book ends in chapter 28 of God— the Christians who are ridi­

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Tuesday, September 1,1992 sports The Champion, Page 11 Experience: key role for men's soccer By MIKE GATHMAN year and this is that we have two or James Wright, also from England, ful season if the athletes blend to­ be Jim Pereira, but he should receive Sports Editor three players that have played at a is new to the team and is expected to gether well on the field. stiff competition from Ogunniyi. With When the 1992 men's soccer team good level and can lift the team make a contribution to the Flames' "The team is healthy for now and an improved defense, last year's 2.16 begins play Saturday, head coach Bill immediately with their skills." goal scoring attack. Another new high we hope to get off to a good start and goals per game average should de­ Bell will field a starting lineup that The new impact players Bell is scorer for Liberty this season is Tctteh find the right blend early in the sea­ crease this season no matter who plays LU sports now has experience as a member of counting on to help the team is goal­ Aju from Ghana. son," Bell said. in goal. the . keeper Charles Ogunniyi and back Other newcomers to the soccer team Many of the new recruits have Until Saturday' s opening game, the need fans' Last year, the team faced a rebuild­ line player Anthony Ogusanyi. Both this year include forward Jeff Johnson practiced with the team since last squad will continue to practice to­ ing year as eight starters were lost are from Nigeria and have played at from Florida and midfielder Brad semester and already have a headstart gether and search for last season's from the 1990 squad. This year's team higher levels of soccer than most Kellum from North Carolina. Both working with veteran players. missing team chemistry. On Thurs­ support has experience but will only field players entering college. players should challenge for starting The top returning players for the day, Sept. 3, the team will take the three seniors. Another player Bell is expecting to positions throughout the season. team this year are Mark Senitz, Brent field in a scrimmage game against Most of you have been back to "As a coach, I look at a season and, help the team is back line player Matt The team is currently working to Ward and Bradley Styles. Bell will Hampton Sydney College for its only Liberty for at least a week now and whether or not we are rebuilding, I Sinclair from England. He has also find a chemistry between this new look to these veterans for leadership preseason matchup. are becoming tired of classes, but want the team to be the best," Bell played at a high level of soccer and class of recruits and last year's pre­ this season both on field and off. A big game of the season will be on don't despair. There are many said. "The difference between last should challenge for starting time. mier players. They expect a success­ Returning in goal this season will Oct. 28, against powerhouse UVa. exciting athletic events waiting to happen throughout the coming semester. LU football team to begin season improved All those students who attended LU last semester can remember the By MIKE GATHMAN On the defensive side of the ball, excitement that was generated Sports Editor Flames defensive backs should bene­ during both the men's and women's The 1992 Liberty University fit most from the improved line. With basketball seasons. Both teams were Football team will begin its 10-game more pressure on the opposing quar­ playing in a conference for the first schedule in Greenville, S.C, against terbacks, returning defensive back time and were supported with large Furman. With more experienced Wesley McConnell should have an attendance by the students, faculty offensive and defensive lines, the even stronger year than last Shelton and friends of the university. team will try to avenge last year's Lewis will also move into the back- Any sports fan or player will 4-7 season. field after serving in 11 games last attest to the fact that watching or While finishing last season with season as a backup. playing in a sporting event with seven losses, the team lost four games Dan Pritchard will play his final thousands of excited fans makes by a combined total of nine points season as the starting strong safety the game both more enjoyable and because big plays late in the game by while Chris Hadley will serve as free easier to play for the athletes. the Flames' opponents. safety. Now that a new semester is Throughout the spring and Special teams also includes simi­ upon us, and teams are scheduled summer practices the team has lar faces as Jason Harrell returns as to begin action as early as Sept 2, focused on not giving up big the Flames' punter after finishing the campus should make every yardage late in the game by with a 34.3 yards per punt average in effort to carry over the excite­ maintaining an even level of play 1991. Daniel Whitehead will return ment and enthusiasm generated and not allowing any breakdowns as the Flames' place kicker after fin­ last year. New students should on the field ishing a perfect 16 for 16 on point also become involved in support­ "Last season, we did not get after attempts and 12 of 17 on field ing of athletic teams and share in pressure on the other teams quarter­ goal attempts. the momentum that was created back in some of the close games we With some new faces and many earlier this year. lost, and we didn't protect our quar­ returning faces, the Flames football On Wednesday, Sept. 2, the terback either," head coach Sam team will aim to regain its status as a women's volleyball team begins its Rutigliano said. "This season's motto powerful Division I-AA program. season on the road at Campbell is 'One Fail, All Fail."' With only 10 games on the schedule, University with first year head Throughout the spring practice the the team will most likely have to win coach Chris Fletcher. The Lady team has concentrated specifically on photo by Jeffrey A. Cota at least eight games in order to make Spikers will play their first home the offensive line to help build a The Flames 1992 football team has adopted the motto "One Fail, All Fail" and has focused on the playoffs. A German football team game on Saturday, Sept. 12 in the continuity that will last two to three last season's mistakes while preparing for the current season. With an improved offensive and agreed to play the Flames in Lyn­ LU gym. The team will need your years barring injuries. Bryant Bow- defensive line, the squad hopes to alleviate many of last year's problems. chburg for an eleventh game but support as they play adoubleheader den, Eric Autenreith and Roosevelt backed out at the last minute. that day against Rutgers and intra­ Nivens are all returning to help pro­ but expects to be stronger this season Kent Nesselrotte, Tyrone Smith and only benefit the passing game but "After the German team had agreed state rivalJame s Madison. tect quarterback Robbie Justino and due to more depth at most positions. Dan Duncan, who should be healthy open up the running game for both to play us, I had two offers from Saturday, Sept. 5, is a big day for open up running lanes for running Bobby Walker and James Downey, enough to play by the beginning of Thomas and Adrian Cherry. Thomas Russian teams and had to turn them and men's back Scott Thomas. who missed almost the entire 1991 the season. will be the starting back this year down, because I thought we had an and women's soccer teams. All 'The big key to the offensive line is season due to an opening game knee With both offensive and defensive after rushing for 300 yards on 55 agreement. It is very frustrating, three teams play their firstgam e of to play well together and carry over injury, are back to lead a young but lines improved over last year's squad, carries for 5.5 yards per carry. because they had a very good deal to the season with both soccer teams the consistency of the spring while stronger defensive line. Rutigliano hopes other parts of the With an improved running game, come here. It would have been the opening up at home. maintaining our goal of protecting 'The main thing that we need to team will come together and be the passing of senior quarterback same amount we have to pay to The football team opens the sea­ Robbie and not allowing any sacks," focus on is mental breakdowns and stronger as a result. Justino will be used more effectively Kutztown to play here at Liberty," son on the road at Furman Univer­ Bowden said. we can avoid them by everyone know­ "We have very good depth on the to top receivers James McKnight and Rutigliano said. sity in Greenville, S.C. Last season Chris Goede and Mick Mulcuck ing what they are doing on the field," lines, and on the offensive line we Dion Cook, who missed most of last Even though Liberty only has 10 the Flames lost their second game will also be starting on the offensive Walker said. "We all need to take care should have better protection for season due to a leg injury. games, most players are not upset. of the season to the Paladins by a line this year after serving as backup of our particular responsibilities and Justino," Rutigliano said. "Last year T.J. McCreight will also see play­ "I just approach this season score of 31-7 but hope to avenge players last season. execute and then we can avoid the big he threw more interceptions, because ing time at the position thinking that we have to win all that loss this year. While the offensive line should be plays." he was seeing less of the defense and while former running back Dwayne 10 games. I like having the Although last year's football team stronger this year due to key returning The rest of the defensive line will throwing the ball quicker." Carswell will move into the open dates. It doesn't bother me," finished the season with a dismal 4- starters, the defensive line is unproven be held down in part by Manson Clark, The stronger offensive line will not position. Justino said. 7 record, they deserve support from the fans just as much as any other team on campus. College teams tend to have different chemistry Lady spikers set to begin every year, losing players to gradu­ ation and gaining new stars for the future. Past success or failure is a season with new game plan poor excuse for whether or not a team receives your support. By BRIAN SPERLING the starters are back," she said. Among the new players hoping With only 10 games on the sched­ Champion Reporter "We have a stronger outside attack. to make the starting squad will be ule this season, the football team The Liberty University women's We are also more confident about 6-foot-2-inch senior Wendy needs to win nearly every game in volleyball team will have a new coach our outside hitters taking pressure off Johnson, who transferred to the order to reach the playoffs. The for the third consecutive season as the middle hitters." volleyball team from the Lady support we can give will help Chris Fletcher takes over the helm Joining Nice on the front line will Flames' basketball squad. greatly. A nearly empty stadium from Beth Dalton to become the fifth be 6-foot-2-inch senior middle Fletcher is looking to the court will not even fire up the cheerlead­ coach in Liberty's history. blocker Kim Lawson. Lawson will experience of 6-foot transfer ers let alone the football players. Fletcher will have many players once again look to lead the way for Amanda Wickersham from Kansas Likewise, the men's soccer team from last season as six letter winners the Flames in blocking as she swatted and is also impressed with the swing begins action 2 p.m. Saturday af­ and five starters return looking to 154 last season including 67 solos. of freshman Diane Martindale and ternoon at the Liberty University improve last season's 11-28 record. She also slammed 309 kills. looks for her to make a big contribu­ Soccer Complex against Lincoln The Lady Flames will begin their The third senior on the squad is tion to the team. Memorial. second season in the Big South Con­ setter Laura Miller who looks to of­ Junior Lori Mattson will use her The soccer team experienced a ference, where they made it to the fensive speed for their success. experience along with promising rough initial season in the Big semifinals in the tournament after a "The quick offense is the key for freshman Pam Adams, Jennifer South Conference due to young fifth place league finish. us," she said. "Quick sets will be Keznor and Chris Landrey to round players but is expecting a better Fletcher, who spent the last three more conducive to our team. We have out this season's Lady Flames squad. season with the experience of years coaching at Lincoln College in practiced to be better suited for that A highlight for the Lady Flames returning players. Illinois, is thrilled to be part of the kind of pace." this season will be when they host the The women's soccer team also Flames volleyball program. Fletcher looks to defensive attack Liberty Invitational Tournament on begins action Saturday at 11 a.m. "Liberty has been a more enjoyable as a spot for improvement this fall. October 2-3. against Marymont College. The experience than Lincoln," she said. She also hopes to implement more In order to have a good season, the lady booters also have a first year 'The common goals and bonds are tandems into the setup scheme. Lady Flames must focus on winning head coach, Kerry St John. They totally different." "We are hoping to use the defense as many conference games as are expecting a better season with Fletcher said the Lady Flames have to set things up," she said. "The sys­ possible. The Lady Spikers schedule many returning players from last adjusted well to the coaching change tem is complicated and will take a helps the team because there are year's starting squad. and plans to make the minimal amount while to get down." more non-conference games early in As the fall sports season begins, of changes that she can. Also returning to the starting lineup the season. support your fellow students as they 'This group has learned to roll with for the Flames will be junior outside Conference play will begin on represent you, your school and God the punches before," she said. "The hitler Tricia Nice and sophomore October 10 against the newest on the field this year. team has built a unity without much outside hitter Nikki Keznor. Nice and Big South member Maryland- Think how you would feel if you change." Keznor will be relied on to adapt to Baltimore County. were an athlete competing for your Leading the return for the Lady Fletchers' defense. With an experienced starting HI* photo squad returning, Fletcher and her school, and there were no fans Flames will be senior outside hitter Also looking to move into starting The 1992 Lady Flames volleyball squad will begin the rotation is Robin Braaten, a 6-foot team are eyeing the conference title supporting you. Nicole Nice. Nice led the team with season with a new and quicker game plan that the team feels junior outside hitter who was limited in November. Remember. No fees are charged 339 kills and was second on the team will help immediately. New head coach Chris Fletcher will for students to attend any LU ath­ with 280 digs to earn a Big South All in her playing time over the past two "We have a good nucleus and a implement the plan with returning stars Nicole Nice, Kim Lawson letic event, so there is no excuse for Conference selection. She is excited seasons due to a knee injury. Braaten strong base with five returning start­ not continuing the fun and support about the prospect of Flames' chances is looking forward to this season with ers," she said. "With this extra expe­ and Laura Miller. The team begins its season on Wednesday from last semester to the current improving this season. a new knee brace that should provide rience, we should, by all means, do night with a road game against Big South Conference rival semester! "I'm encouraged, because most of more playing time. better this season." Campbell University. ^^^^^^^mmmmmmmmmm ^mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm wmmmmmm wmmmm

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Weekend Lady booters' new coach Super Six Picks of Sept. 5 Sport«_-_*_. nt.«tPhoto. tDTBfWLBUl Gues«* t*. «1 Gueit 2 Guest 3 builds optimistic attitudes Editor Editor Sport* Ho*t Dorm 12 Dorm 2B Dorm 6 By WENDI GIBBS point scorer. \ Champion Reporter Additional key players include For many Liberty students the Jennifer Dayton, Holly Lightbody and WL.MT, school year began less than a week BMike EJeffrey Bob Jeff Laura Brian Jenice Oliveras playing midfield and ago with classes. However, practice Beth Aldredge in defense. St. John Gsthmsn Cota Sturm Gray Schmidt Murburger for the upcoming season kicked off feels that midfield and sweeper are New Orleans SainU Eagle* Eagles Eagles Saint* Saint* Saint* the year for the Lady Flames soccer the strongest assets to the team though Philadelphia Eagle* team two weeks ago. the other positions are also stronger. Loa Angle* Raider* With a new coach at the helm, the The first game of the season will be Denver Bronco* Bronco* Broncos Raiders Raldera Broncos Raiders team is working hard and should have at home against Marymont on Sept. 5 New York Jet* Falcons Jets Falcons a promising season after last year's at 11:00 a.m. The final game of the Atlanta Falcon* Falcona Falcons Falcona disappointments. New head coach season will be at High Point on Octo­ PitUburgh Steeler* Kerry St. John and assistant coach ber 23 followed by the Big South Houaton Oiler* Oiler* Oilers Oilers Oilers Oilers Oilers Ken Perkins are optimistic about the Tournament on November 5-7. Detroit Lion* upcoming season. St. John feels that Radford will be Chicago Bear* Bear* Lions Bears Bears Bears Bear* Their main focus is placed on the team's most challenging oppo­ Washington Huskies consistent hard work, development nent, but he also feels very positive Arizona State Sun Devil* Huskies Huskies Huskies Huskies Huskies Huskies of better soccer skills and retainment about this challenge. Miami Hurricanes of a positive attitude toward the soc­ Amy Ingalls Hawkeyes "I have always had respect for Iowa Hawkejres Hurricane* Hurricanes Hurricanes Hurricanes Hurricanes cer program. Women's soccer player coaches who are willing to play Southern California "Our theme this year will be 'Suc­ Southern Cal Southern Cal Southern Cal tougher competition," St. John said. San Diego State Southern Cal Southern Cal Southern Cal cess through Character,'" St. John learn help us develop better life­ "I think that this in and of itself speaks said. "Character enables a person to styles," he said. of character." Maryland Terrapins Virginia Cavaliers Cavaliers Cavaliers Cavaliers Terrapins Cavaliers Cavaliers look beyond the records and see the The Lady Booters have a Other highlights to the season achievements that are made." promising team with eight starters include three consecutive home Liberty University Liberty Liberty Liberty Liberty Liberty Liberty He also believes that the most and thirteen lettermen returning games on Sept 12, 16 and 19. On Furman University important thing the girls can learn from last year. Senior Amy Ingalls Last Week'* Sept. 12, the Lady Flames will play o-o 0-0 o-o 0-0 0-0 O-O this season is that sports are not an is a key player this season at the for­ the first home game of the season Record end in themselves. ward position. She finished last against conference rival Davidson Overall 0-0 0-0 O-O O-O 0-0 0-0 "The principles we are able to season as the team's top goal and College at 10 a.m. Record The Great Sports Debate Sports Notebook NBA game JMU football game Free agency has been baseball's greatest addition The National Basketball Associa­ The Liberty University Ticket tion will make an appearance in Office has tickets available for the By MIKE GATHMAN With the exception of owners' money teams make from television, Another misconception of free Lynchburg for the second consecu­ Saturday, Nov. 7, game at James Sports Editor collusion years, free agency has given ticket and concession sales along with agency is that teams which lose play­ tive year on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Madison University. Tickets are Baseball's free agent system has players the freedom to negotiate sale of team logo items clearly shows ers to the system are not compensated 7:30 p.m. available for $5 and $10 each. played a major role in the develop­ contracts with any team after meeting this to be a complete falsehood. in any way. All teams that lose play­ Sports Productions, Inc. and Fans Speak Out requirements. The owners cannot put Since owners are stingy with the ers are given higher draft picks in KINETX, Inc. have teamed to bring ment of the major leagues as the Beginning in next week's sports a financialstranglehol d on their star paycheck and players refuse to sign return for the loss, and the teams the Philadelphia 76ers and the Se­ dominant sport in America, and those pages, a weekly section for all fans players just because the player's only for less than they are worth, the signing free agents lose their top picks attle Supersonics to Lynchburg for who call for its abolishment are only to voice opinions about any sports option is to sign or not play. owner's team not only loses a key in the draft. an exhibition game to benefit the asking for the doom of this country's related topic will appear. Many people believe that the play­ player, but it also loses the money Once all the facts are gathered and Big Brothers and Sisters of Central national pastime. All topics including Liberty ath­ ers are greedy, but in fact, it is the that player generates from people weighed against one another, it is Virginia. Since instituting the free agent letics, amateur athletics and profes­ owners who are greedy, not wanting who come to the park specifically to clear that free agency has done noth­ Tickets for the event will be on system in 1976, major league sional athletics will be accepted. to pay players the money they draw see that athlete. ing to harm baseball. To the contrary, sale beginning Sept. 8, through the baseball has flourished into the Although all sports topics will be from ticket sales due to the athletes Owners must realize that in order free agency has only been a positive Liberty University Ticket Office. largest money-making sports busi­ accepted, a weekly question will be marketable skills. to run any successful business, there force in baseball, allowing its players Tickets will cost $25, $20.50, $16.50 ness. Major sports, with the excep­ offered for reader response. Not only do these owners not pay are times when the best must be to go where there is a better paycheck. and $8.50. tion of hockey, have followed the Currently the National Hockey players what they are worth to the bought at any cost, because in the It is no different than any other em­ For more information on the path of baseball and are now flourish­ League is considering whether or franchise, but some claim there is no long run, that investment will ployee in America accepting a better game or for tickets, call the LU Ticket ing with a system that is misunder­ not to allow the use of its athletes in money to pay their star athletes. The generate money. job with a better boss! Office at 582-2178 or 582-4452. stood by many. the 1994 Winter Olympics. Football seating How do you feel about the United During all home football games States use of professional athletes in Free agency is destroying baseball with greed this season, students must enter the the Olympics, including the use of By SHANNON HARRINGTON instance. Bobby Bonilla and Barry This type of negotiating only cre­ stadium through gate 2 on the east NBA players in last month's Sum­ side. The students are also to sit on mer Olympics? Champion Reporter Bonds led the Pirates to two straight ates problems within team organiza­ Free agency has been nothing but a division titles in 1990 and 1991. But, tions and produces resentment among the east side, which is directly oppo­ All responses should be typewrit­ curse to major league baseball since thanks to free agency, Bonilla is now teammates. site the blue seats and press boxes. ten, signed and include a phone its inception in 1976. with the Mets, and Bonds, whose Greed also destroys the spirit of Also, as a reminder, all students number in case of questions and be For the past few years, it has been contract is over at the end of this baseball. America's pastime was not employees and faculty of Liberty placed inside the letter to the editor the same old story over and over. The season, will more than likely sign founded on the concept of making University receive free admission box in DeMoss Hall room 109. The player has a great season. The player with a team that can afford to pay him. money but on the traditional values to all home Flames' athletic events deadline for all letters is 6 p.m. on is offered a big contract from a big- The second problem with free of teamork. including football. Friday nights. spending team owner and accepts the agency is the pressure it puts on the Fans want to come watch their fa­ Sports Schedule contract, putting pressure on him, not players. If a free agent signs a multi- Daryll Strawberry and Frank Viola). vorite team play their best with a team Football: On the road Saturday, Soccer Complex starting at 11 a.m. only from team ownership, but from million dollar contract after only one Just ask Mets fans. Bonilla and his effort. They do not want to hear bick­ Sept. 5, against Furman University On the road Tuesday, Sept. 8 fans. Finally, the player has anywhere or two great seasons, then that player high-paying contract has done noth­ ering among players and owners. in Greenville, S.C., at 7 p.m. against Shenandoah College start­ from a poor to mediocre season the is expected to be a dominant player Abolishing free agency will not ing to boost the Mets in the N.L. East. Men's Soccer: At home on ing at 4:30 p.m. following year under his new multi- instantly, even in a different setting Finally, free agency brings greed destroy baseball. It will only help it. Saturday, Sept. 5 against Lincoln Women's Volleyball: On the road million dollar contract under different management. into baseball. Players use free agency This is the only solution for saving Memorial College on the Liberty Wednesday, Sept. 2, at Campbell Free agency should be abolished With the fans, media, owners and to bribe their present owners into baseball as contracts become more University Soccer Complex start­ University. On the road Friday and from baseball for many reasons, three teammates all having overrated ex­ giving them higher salaries. The play­ ludicrous and players become even ing at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4 and 5, at the Navy of which stand out the most. pectations of their new hometown greedier. ers know if they cannot get the salary Women's Soccer: At home on Sat­ Invitational. On the road Tuesday, First, the free agency system hurts hero, the player finds it difficult to Major league baseball could they want from their team, there is urday, Sept. 5, against Marymont Sept. 8, at Virginia Commonwealth teams with tight budgets and low live up to his name and paycheck (see become one of America's most usually some other big-spending team College on the Liberty University University. funds. Take the Pittsburgh Pirates for Bobby Bonilla, Danny Tartabull, who will give it to them. regretted pastimes. liil ootball Game 1 Preview 1992 Liberty Flames 0-0 Opponent: Furman University Game site: Paladin Stadium Greenville, S.C. Last meeting: 1991 FU won 31-7 Game Day: The Flames will return to Paladin Stadium with improved offensive and defensive lines. In last season's second game loss, LU allowed 322 yards rushing and gained only 29 yards rushing on offense. If the offensive line can open a running game and the defensive game slows the Paladin's running game, the Flames should avenge last year's pounding...Senior LU Quarterback Robbie Justino returns after compiling 330 yards passing againstthe Paladins last year...Sept. 5 will mark the beginning of head coach 's fourth year. During the first three years, Rutigliano has compiled an 18-14 record...Liberty begins the season with only 10 games on the schedule and needs a quick start to set the momentum for the year. ^^^^••••••••••••••••••1

Tuesday, September 1,1992 The Champion, Page 13 Improved AFC East will pose threat to Buffalo By BRIAN SPERLING once again to run their powerful of­ the for second place 3) NEW YORK the Giants if Nagle competes to his 5) INDIANAPOLIS Champion Reporter fense. Kelly will have the ageless will be the consistent play of Dan potential. The AFC East provides its fans James Lofton and Andre Reed going Marino and his offense. Marino has JETS 4) NEW ENGLAND COLTS with five teams out to prove compe­ deep as his targets. Thurman Thomas a strong duo of receivers in Mark Second year head coach Bruce Coach Ted Marchibroda returns to tence in a closely matched division. remains in the backf ield as one of the Duper and Mark Clayton to provide Coslett has New York headed in the PATRIOTS the Colts to rebuild the club off a The Buffalo Bills will attempt to win most dangerous two-way threats in the big catch. right direction as he guided the Jets to Coach Dick MacPhcrson helped to nightmarish 1-15 finish last season. the Super Bowl after losing the big the National Football League. The Dolphins have had a suspect a wildcard playoff position in 1991. improve the New England Patriots Marchibroda had quarterback Jeff game the past two seasons. The defense will be solid once again running game in recent years, so they However, Coslett will need new last season after a 1 -15 campaign just George possibly go down for the However, the and behind the linebacking corps of Shane went out and swapped the disgruntled blood at quarterback for the contin­ two years ago. season with torn ligaments in the New York Jets are primed to take Conlin and Cornelius Bennett. Bruce Sammie Smith for Bobby Humphery ued building of this young club. As The offensive attack will be headed thumb of his throwing hand during an shots at the Bills for supremacy in the Smith will return al, an injury- of the . the Ken O'Brien era comes to an end, by Hugh Millen, who showed the exhibition game. If George returns, division. The New England Patriots plagued 1991 season to terrorize op­ The Dolphins drafted Coslett will look to Browning Nagle signs of a winner in several games he will once again be running for his will attempt to improve behind the posing quarterbacks. Troy Vincent from Wisconsin in the to lead the offense. last season when he upset the Bills at life behind a poor offensive line and arm of a veteran quarterback while The highlight of the offseason for first round in hopes of bolstering their The second year Louisville prod­ Foxboro. Millen's main targets will trying to find receiver Bill Brooks. the Colts go to the youth movement. special teams was the Plan B signing defense which was inconsistent at uct will take aim for explosive wide be fleet-footed Hart Lee Dykes and The Colts suffered a big blow at the 1) BUFFALO of kicker Steve Christie from Tampa times last season. receiver Rob Moore. The bulk of the Irving Fryar. running back position with the depar­ With a more consistent effort on Jets' running game will be placed on A good portion of the running load ture of Eric Dickerson to the Los BILLS Bay to replace Scott Norwood. 2) MIAMI both sides of the ball, the Dolphins the shoulders of Blair Thomas. will be placed on the shoulders of Angeles Raiders in the offseason. Buffalo will aim to reach the Super will be right in the thick of things in The New York Jets defense will John Stephens who will be vital if Former Giants Maurice Carthon was Bowl for the third consecutive sea­ DOLPHINS the Eastat playoff time. A team effort need a lot of maturing in order to Millen's arm goes cold. signed to strengthen the position. son. However, the rest of the division The Dolphins will mount a run at on offense will provide the difference overtake Miami for second place. It With a defense full of question Defensively, top draft pick Steve should make things more interesting the division title after narrowly miss­ between overtaking the Jets for a may be too much to ask in 1992. marks and the quick improvement of Emtman was taken from the Univer­ for Marv Levy's club in 1992. ing the playoffs last season. wildcard spot or another third place Nevertheless, Coslett will have fans the Jets, third place is still far off for sity of Washington to help improve a The Bills will look to Jim Kelly The key to the Dolphins edging finish. in the Meadowlands forgetting about this developing club. mediocre defensive line. Weak Central Division to aid Houston's 1992 title game hopes

By MIKE GATHMAN critics have staked these claims for The secondary will be helped with originally expected. Sports Editor the last three years about Moon. the addition of Darryl Williams from 4) CLEVELAND The AFC Central includes only one The Oilers lost wide receiver Drew the University of Miami. He will join team that can actually compete with Hill to free agency, but the team is David Fulcher in a secondary that BROWNS the NFC elite. The other three teams still capable with its explosive of­ will hold if the line places any pres­ The Browns are still a team that has are only competitive when playing fense. Receiver Haywood Jeffries sure on the quarterback. not yet hit rock bottom. The 1992 each other. will still be around this season as 3) PITTSBURGH season could be the year Cleveland The Houston Oilers proved last Moon's favorite target downfield. bottoms out and faces the fact that it season they can play well with any Houston's pass rush will help main­ STEELERS needs a complete rebuilding in order team in football, including the Re­ tain the Astrodome's House of Pain With the exception of tighten d Eric to compete in its own weak division. dskins and Eagles. However, they nickname for opposing teams. Lee Green the, the Steelers are a team Bernie Kosar is the highlight of an still lost to both teams in close games. Williams will be back to join Sean lacking impact players. New head otherwise anemic offense. Although As for the rest of the division, Pitts­ Jones, Ray Childress and William coach Bill Cowher takes over after the team lost 10 times last year, Kosar burgh and Cincinnati will rely on new Fuller in knocking down opposing 23 years of Chuck Noll's reign in did not throw an interception in nine coaches to lead them from last sea­ quarterbacks. Pittsburgh. consecutive games. But Kosar can sons troubles. The Browns will still 2) CINCINNATI Without impact players, especially only do so much to help the team with flounder this season, but with four at the quarterback position, Cowher so little help around him. games combined against the Steelers BENGALS will have to rideou t a few seasons and If the offensive line does not pro­ and Bengals, who knows. Although the Bengals will not re­ draft well in order to return the team tect Kosar better than last year's 41 With two new coaches in the turn to the status gained during their to respectability. sacks, then the team's leader won'tbe division, it should provide for Super Bowl days, sometimes the dif­ Either Neil O'Donnell or Bubby around much longer in the NFL. interesting matchups as the teams ference between a 3-13 season and a Brister will lead the Steelers behind Cleveland's defense should be go through changes that occur with 9-7 season could be a simple coach­ center, and unless either improves improved from a draft that included new coaches. ing change. significantly early in the season, Bill Johnson from Michigan State. If new head coach David Shula Pittsburgh's offense will suffer. Baylor's Marcus Lowe should also 1) HOUSTON can return pride and self confidence The big job for the Steelers' coach­ improve the line of a year ago. OILERS to Cincinnati, the team will win ing staff will be to return the defense If new talent and returning leaders Houston is still the team to beat in again, and quarterback Boomer to its number one form of two years Michael Dean Perry and James Jones this relatively weak link division of Esiason will score again. Returning ago. Last season the defense fell to come through for the Browns, football. Without John Elway's drive Esiason to top form should be 22nd and allowed 21 passing touch­ Cleveland's defense could help lead last year, the Oilers may well have Shula's top goal. downs after allowing only nine dur­ the team back to respectability. been in the AFC championship game However, the biggest problem for ing the entire 1990 season. However, most teams don't im­ against Denver. the Bengals is defense. New defen­ Greg Lloyd, Jcrrold Williams and prove until working together for at Critics claim Warren Moon and the sive coordinator Rod Lynn will have Rod Woodson return as Pittsburgh's least two years and, of course, hitting Preview Oilers have only one final shot at the to turn last year's group of defensive stellar defensive players and will lead rock bottom which is where the Super Bowl this year because of players into a quality team defense the resurgence back toward the once Browns are headed this year. Only a The NFC Preview will appear Moon's age. However, Moon is a this season as the draft did nothing to dominant defense. If not, the Steelers miracle could save the Browns from quality, capable quarterback, and improve the line. will be in for a longer season than finishing last. in the Sept. 8 issue of The Champion. Broncos set to retain title with tougher '92 schedule By CHRIS BIESIADECKI ter, Dennis Smith, Karl Mecklenburg a good head coach when Marty Schot- 3) LOS ANGELES NFL? The defense will be aided by Jun­ One thing is for certain though. Champion Reporter and NFL rookie of the year Mike tenheimer took over the helm. Now RAIDERS ior Seau, Burt Grossman, Gill Byrd The AFC rough and tough division Croel. Remember that defenses win this is a team in need of a leader Shell and Al Davis will make sure and Leslie O'Neal, but three defen­ lies in the west The Broncos and the championships, and the Broncos could behind center, and that man may be Commitment to excellence is not they get the best out of the players sive backs left via Plan B free agency. Raiders carried the division through very well compete with the NFC elite Dave Krieg. the way to describe the Raiders last they have. It will be a tough firstyea r for Ross the 1980's, but one team has to step in Pasadena because of it. The defense is solid with Derrick season. Inconsistency is probably a 4) SAN DIEGO and the Chargers. up and dominate the division through On Denver's offense, John Elway Thomas and Neil Smith leading the better way to describe them. The 5) SEATTLE the 1990's. is still the man. He is coming back way. The secondary will improve with Raiders are coming into this season CHARGERS Thr conference has to look in the from a shoulder injury that experts the addition of draft pick Dale Carter. needing to gain back respect. Bobby Ross came into San Diego SEAHAWKS direcu. ^ of Kansas City, San Diego believe is Denver's reason for select­ Look for much of the same offense Head coach Art Shell is going to with the knowledge that he had a lot The Seahawks will be playing and Sea.u0 This season will be full ing quarterback Tommy Maddox in except no Steve DeBerg at quarter­ have to decide whether to go with of work to do to make this team a Raiders-style football this season with of challenges for the conference title. the first round. back. The running back position will inconsistent Jay Schroeder or un- contender. That task has even be­ head coach Tom Bores. San Diego and Seattle are starting the The running back position will be be solid with the platoon of Barry proven Todd Marinovich. The team come tougher with starting quarter­ When Flores took over the season with new coaches, and the solid this season with Gaston Green Word, Christian Okoye and Harvey has also brought in running back Eric back John Friesz lost for the season Seahawks head coach position, he conference will be matched up with (1,037 rushing yards in 1991) carry­ Williams. Dickerson to share the offensive load. due to injury. brought the mystique of Raider fool- the NFC East which may be the best ing the ball for his second season and If the Chiefs want to make it over He will be sharing lime with Nick Ross has given the controls to jour­ ball tradition with him. in football. Sammie Smith right beside him. the hump this season, it will be be­ Bell and Marcus Allen. The wide neyman quarterback Bob Gagliono. Flores and his '83 Raiders were the Coach Dan Reeves needs his offen­ cause of Plan B acquisition Kreig. He receiver position is solid with Mervyn It is a good thing this team has a last team in the AFC to win the Super 1) DENVER sive line to be more consistent with a needs to use his leadership to bring Fernandez, Willie Gault, Ethon Hor- couple of All-Pro runningbacks stand­ Bowl. The Seahawks will iry to re­ BRONCOS schedule that includes Buffalo, Wash­ out the best in the team and bring out ton and Tim Brown. ing behind him in Marion Bulls and kindle thai magic but not in the near The Broncos will carry the flag ington, Philadelphia, Dallas and both the best in himself. If that doesn't The defense is becoming old, and Rod Bernstine. future. Il will take time for Flores to once more for the division. Denver, New York teams. happen, look again for an early Chiefs with names like Howie Long, Riki Last season, the learn expected build a championship team. once a team controlled by its offense, 2) KANSAS CITY exit in the playoffs. Ellison, Greg Townsend, Bob Golic, defense to be its strength but ended In the mean time, the new coach is now one of the best defensive teams The Chiefs must also play well Eddie Anderson and Ronnie Lou, the season with defense as its primary has given the ball to Kelly Stouffcr in the league. The defense is domi­ CHIEFS against its tough NFC East matchup how long this defense can hold up weakness, leaving Ross with a rough with John L. Williams carrying the nant with stars such as Steve Atwa- The Chiefs were a team in need of games this year. against the pounding received in the job ahead. ball behind him. 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Photo by Jeff Cot* The Liberty University community marched to the new cafeteria during the first chapel of the year. The march followed one last spring when students marched around the building to pray for the completion of the new cafeteria. Here we go again The campus gears up for a new year

Photo by Jeff Cota Eric Champion excites the audience during the first concert of the year.

Photo by Jeff Cota Joey Sorenson and Joe Fulks begin organizing during their first days back at Liberty.

HI* photo Photo by J*ff Cot* Photo by Je« Cot* Tricla Nice prepares for her Terri Hayden assists Daniel 1992 graduates celebrate at last year's commencement with a beach ball. The end. third season as a Lady Flame. Ghitas through check-in.