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World News: Clinton signs road bin - pg. A4 Non-profit U.S. Postage Liberty University, Lynchburg, Va. Tuesday, December 5,1995 Vol. 13, No. 13 Paid Lynchburg, Va. Permit No. 136 Spencer says 90 percent will return Because there is always a decline of stu­ these people," Spencer said. School rounds up dents from the fall semester to the spring, Spencer said his office corresponded with there will also be a decline in cash flow, students who applied last fall but never came. Fall's enrollment anticipated Spencer said. "We got a good response from them. Some 200 new students "(The school) can't afford a decline in cash are saying, 'I went to this school but, man, I to be school's largest influx flow. So what we decided to do this year is didn't think it was going to be like this.'" lay Spencer, vice-president of enrollent potential students earlier in high school. By ANDREW LYONS management, called chances of a massive Spencer said the enrollment management News Editor focus on the spring and see if we can at least Even though registration is lower in the get it so head count is level to what it is in the spring, LU's academic requirements for student influx next fall "very good." office has twice as many applications in for As of Monday, more than 90 percent of eli­ fall," Spencer said. "If we can do that, we can recruitment remain the same, Spencer said. He was quick to qualify his comment, next fall as he had this time last year, and gible students will return, and 200 new stu­ also level out the cash flow." "That criteria is there," Spencer said. "A kid however. "I hesitate to say that because I many of the applications that are coming in dents will arrive for the 1996 spring semester, Spencer said the estimated spring student- with aGPAof 1.1 or 1.5 Ican't in my heart see don't want to scare the students into think­ now are applications the enrollment office Jay Spencer, vice president of enrollment body population is within 5 percent of what it coming here and wasting a semester. They're ing I'm (overcrowding)," Spencer added. sent to juniors last spring. management, said. was in the fall. better off going to a community college to Spencer said the administration does not "Right now, we've got tremendous "Last year we only had 189 new students One of the things the enrollment manage­ bring their GPA up and then reapplying." want to exacerbate the close living condi­ momentum in recruitment.," Spencer said. come for the spring. Right now we have a lit­ ment office is doing differently is focusing on Spencer said even though percentage-wise tions for students. "If we don't accommodate that momen­ tle more than that confirmed," Spencer said. students who once went to LU and stopped. Liberty does not turn down many people, "There are plans for, two new dorms to be tum, what starts to happen is we start to Spencer said the enrollment mangement "We went to everyone who has been a student recently, it has turned down more than ever. built next fall," he pointed out. turn more kids away, which makes it more office's goal is to have 400 new students for the past four years that is not here now, "We rejected in 1990 three kids. This year we One reason so many students are respond­ difficult to recruit." enrolled by Jan. 16. and we have had a very good response from rejected 75," Spencer said. ing is that the enrollment of rice is reaching — by Andrew Lyons

Better odds than lottery Lucky LU students will win computers in process, Spencer said, the give-away is By TIMOTHY J. GIBBONS also designed to help bolster spring enroll­ Editor in Chief ment figures. Enrollment is traditionally Two students will leave check-in next not focused on as much in the spring semester with more than a folder full of semester as it in the fall semester, and an paperwork and forms. They'll also have a overall 10-percent decline in the spring new laptop computer. student-body population is normal, In an effort to add some excitement to Spencer said. the check-in process, Liberty is giving "We waniea to away a couple of PC laptops to two stu­ see what happens dents chosen at random. if we do focus on "It's something exciting and different," spring recruit­ Jay Spencer, vice president of enrollment ment," the vice photo by Joey Sarliiina management, said. "We've never done A JOLLY GOOD TIME — Eric Lovett and friends (above) perform Christmas president said. anything like this before." "Part of recruit­ favorites such as "Feliz Navidad," and MC Steven Kyle (below) hosts the Christmas % The computers will be in plexiglass ment is retention. Coffee House held Friday evening in the Schilling Multi-Purpose Center. cases located near the entrance to the reg­ We want to keep as istration process. The enrollment manage­ many as we can." ment office is mailing keys to all students; Spencer The administra­ Hundreds attend most of them are decoys, but two will open tion is also hoping the cases. that contacting students at home will help The pair of students with the winning them remember to take care of registration festive Coffee House keys get to walk out with the brand-new needs early. 486 computers. dorms. Kyle questioned the "Fall check-in went very well. I'm con­ By STEPHANIE RADAKER The idea was originally developed about need for the maps, pointing cerned to make sure spring check-in is Champion Reporter three years ago, Spencer said, but was not out that the halls only had going as well," Spencer said. "Everything really worked on until recently. For those who wanted to get into the Christmas spirit, the two doors. we did over the summer we're compress­ A month or so ago, Budget Analyst Greg Christmas Coffee House provided a festive opportunity. Hundreds Nicky Pons sang "Rockin' ing into two weeks." Bettenhausen contacted Computer attended, including old Saint Nick himself. Around the Christmas Tree," The biggest impact, though, should be Discount Warehouse, through whom the Student Government Association President James Beck donned the and newcomer to the stage Mandy Cruse sang "Santa Baby." on students' attitudes during check-in. school purchases computer supplies, to see traditional redsui t and passed out candy canes as people waited in line Mandy asked Santa to hurry down the chimney because she had "Two kids are going to be really if the company was interested in donating to get into the Schilling Multi-Purpose Center. Inside, many spectators been "oh, so good" this year. happy," Bettenhausen said. He compared the laptop computers for the program. were forced to sit on the floor or bleachers due to a ticket oversale. Kyle asked the audience if anyone wanted an unusual Christmas the 1 in 2,500 chance of winning the com­ The stage was decorated with poinsettias, tinsel, garlands and a present this season. Dave Taylor requested a female mannequin Although CDW has never participated in puter to the 1 in 17 million chance of win­ giant Christmas tree. The opening act set the pace for a fun-filled because "I can always carry on a conversation with her, she won't such a program before, Bettenhausen said, ning the Virginia state lottery. "That's not evening as John and the Fruitcakes sang "What Christmas Means to refuse to dance with me and she doesn't eat too much." they agreed to donate the machines. a bad chance." Me." Kristi Hauge and friends followed with "Let It Snow." Hauge On the serious side, Keri Reiz and Christy Takagi sang "Silent "They've been helping us with pricing for "It's the whole 'World's Most Exciting sang while the friends frolicked in aerosol spray snow. Night" and Erin Paquin sang "We Are the Reason." One unique act a long time," he said. "They have never University' mentality," Spencer said. Steven Kyle was the master of ceremonies and received quite a was presented by the group Hadassah, who performed done anything like this before." "It's part of the excitement of being stu­ few laughs poking fun at such things as the fire escape routes in the See Elvis, Page 5 Besides adding excitiment to the check- dents here." 'I Know the King' kicks off at TRBC tem to program the lights on the tree and said By CHANNING SCHNEIDER Champion Reporter they were pleased with the outcome of the first performance. The 1995 Silver Anniversary of the "Everything went pretty smoothly for a first Living Christmas Tree, "I Know the King," run-through. We really counted on the opened Thursday night with a special stu­ response of the students to let us know what dent performance and a unique Christmas the crowd would think of some of the differ­ celebration. The program will continue ent spectacular effects," Daggett said. "The Fatigue: through this weekend. blending of the lights with the music provokes Held at Thomas Road Baptist Church, this an emotional responsean d the message of the plague or modern man year's Living Christmas Tree resembled a music is actually understood better." Ah" is not lost. Despite tiie looming Broadway musical. With 74,000 tights illuminat­ Another special treat for the mostly stu­ panic of finals, despite the prospect of a ing the tree, spectacular effects and the combined dent audience of the Tree was the return of week of all-nighters, despite the hassles talents of approximately 400 musicians, actors, Michael Tait of DC Talk and his sister, of holiday shopping — ail is not lost. designers and technicians, "1 Know the King" Lynda Randle. The conclusion of Amy J. Sawyer's was a phenomenal tribute to (lie birth of Christ "I look forward to coming back each year series on "Fatigue and the College "For our first real run-through of the for this amazing Christmas performance," Student" shares helpful tips on dealing show, it went really great, lhere were a few Randle said. "This is my family and where I with the pressure of finals week and technical difficulties, but all in all, it was a have my musical roots. 1 enjoy the opportu­ bow to deal with the impending loss of super performance," Linwood Campbell, nity to be a blessing to my family here, plus quality sleep tune. musical arranger and programming director, it's great singing with my brother!" This special report also investigates said. "We always look forward to when the Luanne Stewart, wile of Mike Stewart, Dean the medical reasons of fatigue — such students come. They really breathe life into of Student Life, summed up tiie Tree when she as mono — as well as the more com­ die program with their enthusiasm and said, "Tliere is really no comparison to the last pholo by Tukumt Susakl mon causes, such as a lack of sleep and response to even the most subtle of tilings." lluee years. I tell so overwlielmed. lhere is no THIS ONE'S FOR THE KIDS — With 74,000 lights illuminating the tree, spec­ John and Connie Daggett were in charge of way you could attend tliis show as a non- proper nutrition. tacular effects and the talents of approximately 400 musicians, actors, designers the lighting effects. The Daggetts spent eight Cfirislian and not leave here moved, realizing or nine months designing a new computer sys­ the message of the Chrisunas story." and technicians, the Living Christmas Tree opened at TRBC Thursday night. Page A2, Liberty Champion 111ostlayJ>cccmhcr5jy25 NewSong forges ties with LU ear Group readies Late-Night Activities —< NewSong— Special guests to perform Friday, Dec. 8, the Late-Night Siena and Michael O'Brien will activities will be bowling and perforin with NewSong at the with Sierra, O'Brien roller skating. Vines Center Friday, Dec. 8, at The cost for unlimited bowling 7:30 p.m. Friday in Vines is $6.25, and shoe rental is free. Tickets are free to faculty, staff Use your LU ID to buy tickets at and students. For more info, call By (;IN<;I<:R GILIJCNWATKR AMF Lynchburg Bowl. 582-INFO. Champion Reporter Skating will be at Skateland on NewSong plans to wrap up the Graves Mill Road. The cost of Movies — "Charlie Brown 1995 portion of the "People Get $3.50 includes skates. For more Christmas," "How the Grinch Ready Tour" when the group per­ information, call the Student Life Stole Christmas," "Rudolph" and forms with special guests Sierra office at 2131. "Frosty" will be shown Saturday, and Michael O'Brien Friday at Dec. 9, from 6 to 11:30 p.m. at 7:30 p.m in die Vines Center. Aerobics — Student Life will spon­ David's Place. For more infonna- Tickets are free to all faculty, sor aerobics classes in the multi-pur­ tion, call 582-INFO. staff and students. pose room in David's Place Monday NewSong kicked off its tour at through Friday at 3:30 p.m. Open Dorms — Men may visit LU on Aug. 28, with a 40-minutc The cost is $1 per person/per class. women's donns from 8:-8:45 pm., concert during convocation. Only women are permitted to take the and the women may visit the men's While at LU, the group AN OLD FAVORITE — NewSong will perform with special guests Sierra and Michael O'Brien class. For more information, call the dorms from 9-9:45 p.m. Thursday, recorded some video footage for Friday at 7:30 p.m. in the Vines Center. Tickets will be free to all faculty, staff and students. Student Life office at 2131. Dec. 7. a new album that will be released this spring. agement, said. Delays and Closings — In case of Skiing — There will be a NewSong was also able to tape "We t(X)k money from our adver­ inclement weather, the following Wintergreen Resort trip every several scenes for use by the tising budget in publications and redi­ stations will announce any delays or Tuesday in February. The cost is Liberty recruitment office in rected it toward the lour," he said. Extra! Extra! closings for Liberty University: $15 for lift ticket and $15 for ski recruiting films. Spencer noted that die money Radio: rental. The deadline to sign up is The band has been promoting was contributed to help defray only WRVL 88.3 4 p.m. on the Friday prior to the the university during its tour by part of the cost of the tour. Don't miss WWMC C91 (campus station) Tuesday date. playing the recruitment video in a 'Their recording company is cover­ WVTF 89 Public Radio display booth at concerts. ing the rest, and NewSong also raises Television: Convocation Schedule — In return, Liberty has been money on the road," Spencer said. a single WSLSTV •Wednesday, Dec. 6: Dr. Jerry sponsoring the "People Oct NewSong has long been associ­ WSETTV Falwell Ready Four." ated with LU. WDBJTV •Friday, Dec. 8: Christmas music "This is a new innovation in Russ Lee, guitarist/singer for the issue! college recruiting," Jay Spencer, band, is registered as a student at LU vice-president of enrollment man- through the external degree program. Subscribe Now! Don't miss a single issue of FREEJIr^Jlotation^Balance or $9.90* Oil Change / Lubejfc Filter Good thru 12-6-95 • the Spring 1996 with purchase of a * Liberty Champion! 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We Love You and Miss You! Please Come Back Soon. Love, Your LU Friends Tuesday, December 5.1993 Liberty Champion, Page A3 Show time! Allen hits screen at David's By SARAH K. POLLAK Disney movie about Scott Calvin, There was some editing done to line-up include such movies as Champion Reporter played by Tim Allen, and his son, the movie to correct for foul lan­ "Father Of the Bride II," "Unstrung who have an interesting Christmas guage. The sound was cut out Herns," "Mr. Holland's Opus" and Students got a taste of experience. from the movie in four spots. "Toy Story." Christmas at six showings of "The Santa Claus falls off Calvin's roof "In this day and age, to find a "We're showing more serious Santa Clause" in David's Place and dies on Christmas Eve. movie that doesn't lake the Lord's movies next semester," Tony last weekend, a preview of more Calvin is subsequently drafted name in vain or cuss is very rare," Philpott, one of the six David's holiday movies to come. to take Santa's place. Dean Parker, co-student director Place managers, said. Students will be given the "The movie gave students die of student activities, said. The manager summed up the chance to see some old Christmas opportunity to be just like a child. Some of die movies to be shown program by saying, "We're just favorites Friday, Dec. 9, from 6-9 I think that's what the myth of are "Charlie Brown Christmas," trying to provide more options for plmiii by "IV,t Woolford p.m. in David's Place. Santa Claus is all about," audi­ "Rudolph" and "E"rosty." the students who don't have cars I STILL BELIEVE IN SANTA — Students exit David's Place "The Santa Clause" is a Walt ence member Burton Wray said. Plans for next semester's movie or can't get to the movie." after watching "The Santa Clause" Saturday.

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Student I,D. Required • Please be at designated campus delivery spots within 15 minutes after placing your order. We want to be your campus connection Page A4, Liberty Champion Ijiesda^eccmberS^lS^ Clinton signs $6 billion road bill, Bob Dole supports Clinton's Bosnian decision GOP presidential candidate and States* image as "the premier and Republicans alike, say the eliminates federal speed cap Senate Majority leader Bob Dole world power," Defense Secretary United States should not risk Despite misgivings, President out requiring the states to have a Opposition to the bill centered said Thursday that he supports William Perry said. American lives when the United Bill Clinton pleased many "lead- 55-mph speed limit. around safety issues, with con­ President Clinton's plan to send This imago perscrvation docs not States has no vitaj interests at stake, footed" drivers last week by sign­ The standard 55-mph speed sumer-rights activist Ralph Nader troops to Bosnia-! Icr/egovina in an come cheaply, however; Perry esti­ Rep. Dan Burton, R-I«d.t said he ing into law a $6 billion road bill limit, imposed in 1974, was and former Surgeon General C. effort to preserve the scheduled mated the mission will cost the knows Clinton has good intentions, that eliminated die federal high­ never a federal law; Congress Everett Koop coining out against Dec. 14 Bosnian peace treaty. country approximately $2 billion. "but the road to heil is paved with way speed cap. tried to mandate the speed limit the measure. Although congressional ap­ However, many Republicans do good intentions." Although he signed the bill, the by tying the granting of federal William D. Fay of the Highway proval is not required to send U.S. not agree with the Senate majority Dole is planning on drafting a H&- president said he was worried funds to compliance. Users Federation and an advo­ troops to Bosnia, the Senate will leader's decision, The House has olution of approval to get the 20,000 about highway fatalities resulting Although the limit was orginal- cate of the bill, said the road side with Clinton's plan because of voiced even more vocal opposition U.S. troops in Bosnia back home from the new bill and urged states ly established as an energy-saving improvements paid for by the bill Dole's support. Some members of the Senate say within a one-year time frame. to act responsibly. measure, the decline in highway could prevent as many as "Congressional support is criti­ they will go along widi the plan The bill provides $6 billion to fatailities prompted safety advo­ 175,000 automobile accidents cal to preserve intact the United rcluctanUy, but others. Democrats — by Jason Cftristofi

states for varous road work with- cates to embrace it. during the next decade. n i in nil inn 1111 1111 1111! 111 Police officers charged with murder Two white police officers were charged with the murder of black businessman Jonny Gammage, 31, on Monday, Nov. 27. A third white officer was charged with voluntary manslaughter. Pittsburgh Steelers football play­ er Ray Seals, cousin of the victim, said he was satisfied with the charges, but the victim's mother described the officers as "mad with rage and evil" and demanded they be sent to prison. Two other officers were involved in the incident but were not charged. One will serve as a witness for the prosecution. According to police testimony, Gammage was initially followed for driving erratically, ignoring sig­ nals and running three red lights. When he was Finally pulled over, he struggled so Fiercely that officers felt it necessary to pin him to the ground. Gammage was suffocated. Jesse Jackson labeled the incident a "lynching," and the Pittsburg chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People had called for charges of first-degree murder.

— by Kristin Patterson Sailors attend sexual assault classes in Norfolk Hundreds of sailors from the Norfolk Naval Base attended mandatory sexual harrassment classes on Dec. 1. The Navy has had similar manda­ tory classes in the past, specifically following the 1991 Tailhook inci­ dent, in which naval flyers alleged­ ly assaulted local women. Sailors attended the latest class­ You are VI O t a mooch. But when es in response to news reports that a Navy chief petty officer had fondled a female sailor on an air­ a hole in your pocket renders you changeless, plane flight. The incident is being investigated; no charges have been filed. you reluctantly call the folks Collect, One female sailor criticized the classes, saying that the rules were already known, just not YOU dial 1 800 CALL ATT. always followed. Chief of Naval Operations Mike Boorda described the incidents as Your pangs of guilt are minimal. blots on an improving Navy, describing how the Navy has become more strict in its regula­ tion euf ui cement. According to the Navy, since 1990 the service has downsized by 15 percent but seen courts-mardal and other disciplinary actions drop by nearly 50 percent. 1 800 CALL ATT always costs less than I-SOO-COLLECT. Even so, Boorda said the most Always works from any phone. And always gets you the reliable AI&T Network. recent incident called for a "day of reflection." He ordered a general stand down from normal activities in favor of the harassment classes. Cmdr. Elliott Powell Jr., captain of the Robert G. Bradley, told reporters that he reviewed all of the pertinent regulations with his crew, dealing widi everything from sexu­ Know the Code. I 800 CALL ATT. That's Your True Choice? al misconduct to the wearing of ear­ rings, both illegal. Powell attributed the recent harrassment incident to the break­ down of accountability within the Navy. He cited recent high-level Navy shakedowns as examples of how everyone in the military is responsible to each other to main­ tain the level of discipline. Sailors praised the motive behind the classes, but seemed unconvinced of die effectiveness of the sessions. One said the stand down struck AT&T him as a mostly political maneu­ ver. The general consensus was Your True Choice dial nodiing new had been covered.

' hi inlmule tails 1'iuiuuiiuiis CM liulol — by Tom Inkel ; WJU (.ouj'X'i is a registeredwdcuuri s ii W i C 1995 AT&T Tuesday, Deccmhcr 5, 1995 Liberty Champion, Page A5_ Campus plans February BHM versity population, Jones said. By JANETTA A. CAMPBELL Champion Reporter Many of the events scheduled are the same as last year. These events The minority and international stu­ include an African Art Exhibit and dent affairs office is currently plan­ special forums addressing racial unity, ning festivities for next year's Black health relations, black businesses and History Month. minority concerns at LU. Two high­ According to Vernita Jones, assis­ lights of the month will be a black-tie tant director of minority and interna­ event and the annual Unity March. tional affairs, next year's BHM theme Jones said she hopes the month will is entitled "New Horizons," a term inspire all Americans to take a second taken from a poem written by the poet look at many of the recent develop­ Dr. Lonell E. Johnson. The poem ments that may cause tension. Some reads: of these issues include: Do black "With fervor we seek to correct the Americans support or not support O.J. crime of omission of black heroes Simpson merely because of the color ITRIPPING THE UGHT FANTASTIC at tka Renaissance Theatre Dec* 8-17. Dec 10 Yet, our eyes should not focus on of his skin? Should Christians have performs n»ursday evening In "Gin of the Magi," an and 17 performances begin at 2 pjrn.; all ofltcrs start at 8 pjm. the past too long supported Lewis Farrakhan's Million Living heroes must transcend ebonyMa n March in Washington? images "During this month, we are setting We need women who stand, men our eyes toward new horizons. No jfMfyMIt Elvis makes an appearance who unveil the mystery. longer are we placing boundaries on We know our true heritage are the our mission. We look not only to bring Continued from Page One the house with their rendition of Oldham, Robbie Hiner, head- ones to set the vision toward new the obscure intervals in history to "Breath of 1 leaven." While sopho­ "Feliz Navidad." Freshman bangers, cheerleaders and the horizons." light, but to move forward to educate, Christy M. Adams BS more Vivian Rogers sang, sopho­ Claudia Saravia thought this was Sounds of Liberty. This year's acUvities are designed search and progress," Jones said. Stephen G. Amburgey BS more Robin Miller danced and the the funniest act of the whole show. Eric and the Heartbreaks closed to involve and utilize the entire school The Black History planning com­ Wendy Marie Ames BM others mimed. For dramatic effect, "I loved seeing their wild sides!" the show with a bang by performing community. mittee, consisting of students and fac­ Ramona Ballard BSN the act was performed in the dark, she said. a lively "Jingle Bell Rock" and "We are trying to get the different ulty members, meets twice a week to Angela Louise Barrett BS and fluorescent lights revealed The King himself made an "Santa Claus is Coming to Town." departments involved. Not only are plan the month-long celebration. Tamara Mitchum Bennett BS appearance at the show. Elvis Freshman April Golden we sharing with those of our same Student committee members are Damon Curtis Bomar BS only Miller's white dress and the Samuel Jared Bowersock BS mimes' white gloves. delighted the audience with clas­ described the evening as "the best color, but all who are hungering for Darnell Countryman, Changa Cooper, Brandon C. Bungard BS Rogers said the main purpose of sic favorites such as "Blue Suede Coffee House this year!" an understanding of yesteryear to Mark Swift, Rico Reede, Amy RoyABurket MAR their particular group is ministry. Shoes," "Jailhouse Rock" and "I would like to wish a Merry make today and tomorrow better," Langat, Ginger Davis, Lori Baker and Douglas Bruce Burner BS "We allowed God to work through "Santa Claus is Back in Town." Christmas to the best university Jones said. Regina McFarland. Faculty members Jod Roberto Carrera BS us. We are just vessels," Rogers said. Some people held their sides in the world," Beck said. 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and recreation time. Just a change of pace - your body needs that kind of a break." - Dr. Richard Lane

mmmmmmtmm Fight fatigue during finals ratigue n a Tew short days, siudetm across campus ing a little recreation during finals week. "Your First, watch the caffeine intake. "All (caf­ I will be faced with one of the most stressful body needs that kind of break," he said. "I feine) does is cover fatigue. It makes people and exhausting weeks of their college careers always scheduled to read a gcxxl btxik during feel awake, heightens alertness, but the body is >rfcolleg **r final exams. finals week." still wearing down.... Eventually, you've got to students By now, you all know about die prescription If you have trouble getting to sleep the night pay it back," Lane said. for fatigue on the whole: get enough sleep, cat before a big test Dr. David Morton, chairman of Sometimes you need a little caffeine for that well, exercise, blah, blah, blah. But you have the physical education department, has some extra boost, but don't ingest so much you can't A Liberty Champion Special Report probably blown that off for next week because suggestions. "The night before a big test is like sleep once you do go to bed. Remember: it ... well, it's FINALS WEEK! the night before Christmas," Horton said. takes about three hours for a cup of coffee to Don't give up so soon. If you start planning now, "There is worry, excitement, and that causes leave your system. you may actually make it through finals week with difficulty sleeping. A brisk walk or some exer­ Another interesting tidbit: 200 milligrams of Maybe it's time your eye$ open. Dr. Richard Lane of Light Family cise would help relax." caffeine (the standard dose of Vivarin or two Health Center suggests staying on top of your Notice Uiat word "sleep." 'Ihe all-nighter is a cups Of coffee) is toxic to your body. to see the doctor schedule. "Don't put everything off and get tiling to be avoided, "I do not recommend all- Once you survive the all-nighter, it's impor­ y ou sleep eight hours every night. Your diet matches the U.S. bogged down, because sometimes studying every­ nighters," Lane said. "Yeah, you may get through tant to regain that sleep to avoid getting run J R.D.A. food pyramid precisely. Yon work out every day. Your thing at once just overwhelms your mind," he said. the exams, but by the end of the week, you're down the next night Michael Bonnet, PhJX, life is blissful and for the most part, urtstressful. In addition, try to schedule study times, meals dead." Also, because sleep reinforces memories, if professor of neurology at Wright State But you're still tired. You still feel drained. You still fall asleep in and sleep, While you're studying, make good you don't sleep yon might not remember what you University and director of the Sleep Laboratory your oh-so-riveling "Rocks and Minerals of Eastern Nations" class. use of the ol' answering machine, turn off the studied as well as if you'd slept before the test atDayton V.A. Hospital, said, "If you lose sleep It's probably Ume to see your doctor. Following are some of the ringer on the phone and let the machine take However, procrastination is the American for one.night, you can still function well the more common illnesses that can present as fatigue: your calls, then return all the cails at once dur­ way; some of you will be pulling at least one next day. And you can quickly recover by • Diabetes. Dr, Richard Lane of Light Family Medical Center said ing a study break. It cuts down on distractions. all-nighter next week. For you, there are some sleeping longer the next night." this illness is related to your blood sugar levels. "Your body is Lane also stressed the importance of schedul- special survival tips. -by Amy J, Sawyer storing the sugar you take in," he said, "but the insulin is defi­ cient, so you can't process it into energy." Lane said he sees two to three students per year diagnosed with juvenile onset diabetes. • Thyroid. A malfunctioning thyroid gland can be a cause of also builds endurance to carry The trick is taking in the you crash. On the opposite end fatigue, coupled with weight gain, hair loss, constipation and Nutrition other symptoms, Lane said, The thyroid gland produces an amino you through the occasional right calories; B-complex vit­ of the spectrum, high-fat foods acid that affects your metabolism. When this gland doesn't work all-nighter. Of course, exercise amins are the key here. take too long to break down, so right, your metabolism doesn't function correctly. Lane said only Exercise strengthens the goes hand in hand These vitamins are found the glucose level drops. a few of his patients are diagnosed with thyroid disorders. heart and skeletal muscles with a healthy in grains and vegetables. Complex carbohydrates • Mononucleosis (mono). Lane said he sees a lot of this "kissing and revs up the metabolism, diet. Nutrition, These and other complex comprise the "happy medium." disease." Extreme fatigue coupled with a sore throat are tell-tale according to Jennifer too, has a deafen­ carbohydrates give the They take longer to absorb into signs of this illness. Mono is spread through saliva (e.g., kiss­ ing, sharing utensils, etc.) and spreads quickly, Graham, author of the article body the constant supply your system than refined carbs, ing impact on • Anemia. Anemia is a deficiency of iron in the hlood. It can be helped "Tired of being tired?" in the fatigue. That's of glucose (blood sugar) bm less than high-fat foods; by eating foods rich in iron and/or by taking iron supplements. September 1994 they pro- • Chronic fatigue syndrome. This is not very common; Lane said; issue of vide he said he is seeing one patient for it currently. The cause of this Woman's Day. the is unknown, but thought to be viral. The doctor explained that it Your body runs its course in about a year and is treated by good nutrition, adequate sleep and graded exercise, becomes These are only a few of (he maladies that can cause fatigue. If you more efficient think you may have one of these illnesses, visit your doctor. at delivering con­ - by Amy J. Sawyer oxygenated bloodC to O stant glu­ muscle tissues, leaving you where ".over- or understimulat- it needs to provide cose level your body with an energy surplus. ed tired" comes in. Dr. Richard energy. needs to give you a more different foods. If you do, you'll all of those areas. And if you It pays to exercise even if you Lane of Light Family Health James F. Balch, author constant energy level. get a balanced diet." eat correctly, exercise enough are tired, Graham explained. Center explained, "You only of Prescription for Nutritional "About the worst thing you But a balanced diet doesn't and reduce stress, you'll sleep The workout helps you sleep have so much energy. You need Healing, wrote, "Chronic can do is eat a doughnut and mean no snacks, just not high- better. Simple as that. better the next night so you'll be vitamins to utilize that energy fatigue is usually the result of a coffee for breakfast," Babcock fat ones. Low-cal, high-energy In some cases, though, it's not less tempted to skip the follow­ properly in your body. high-fat and refined-carbohy­ said. A better choice might be snacks of fruit, yogurt or pret­ so simple. There can be more ing day's workout, and so on. "People should take in the drate diet and emotional stress." toast, cereal or a bagel with a lit­ zels would be a good alternative. serious causes of your fatigue However, Horton advised same amount of calories in Refined-carbohydrate foods tle yogurt or cottage cheese for In essence, nutrition, stress that can't be controlled simply against exercising right before meals that they expend during are those high in sugar. These protein. "Get a lot of color and exercise are all inter­ by a change of habits; diabetes bedtime. "The harder and the day. The more energy you foods give your body a big blast on your plate," she sug­ twined, and fatigue can be a and mono are just a few. If you longer you exercise, the longer expend, the more calories you of glucose all at once because gested. "That doesn't sign that you're not doing think your fatigue may be due you should wait (to go to need to take in. If you don't they are quickly brokeUKCnU UUW1down1 M 1UCOImean1 M&MsMOUV1S;, gegCtl it from sumcuunsomething righnguit in unonce ouir M tIoU unonce uiof uthes e illnesses, take bed)," he said. match those calories, your in your system. Wheien a look at the relat­ An average time lapse is one body will feel tired or that surge of ed story on this to two hours. fatigued," he said. sugar is over, page.

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It shows stu­ point, gentle reader, TIMOTHY J. that I realized I dents how to find an apartment It explains what students need to probably qualify GIBBONS do before they sign a lease. It gives a good breakdown of area for grinch-dom — ^^^^^^^^^^m apartment complexes and what their average monthly rent is. or at least Scroogehood. All in all, this new guide has the potential to help a great many Turn off the Christmas music. Cut the blinky lights. And get rid of the fat guys in dorm escapees. fake whiskers. Bah, humbug. But for all its good points, it is missing an essential something. This is not to say that I hate the entire A something that students really want to know. holiday. I love gathering round the tree Christmas morning. A tear does come to Sure,, knowing the ins and outs of apartment hunting are impor­ my eye during the annual candle-light tant. But what many students first want to know is how they can Christmas eve service I attend at home. I get permission to live off campus — especially considering that like giving (and receiving) gifts. I confess most students are a little unsure of LU's commuter student criteria. to a fondness for Manheim Steamroller. I just don't like all the hoopla now. It's The rumors about these guidelines are numerous. barely December, for goodness sake; Some students think that all seniors can live off campus. Christmas music was blaring over loud­ Others insist that only students who are 22 years of age qualify- speakers before Thanksgiving. Give it Still others think that with a note from a family doctor, even E Here's a gift-giving tradition time. I don't want to see a furry red hat for freshman can live off campus. at least another two weeks. I'm not sure where my lack of early pre- Yes, we do appreciate the helpfulness of Dean Bruce Traeger the whole family will love Christmas cheer comes from; it's definite­ and the staff of the Commuting Student Office, but we think their h, to be a child again especially at with several purchases. ly not from my parents. guide is missing a chapter. O Christmas time. All of which were paid for by my father. My mother was talking about putting up Back when we were kids, Christmas Which is my point. decorations before Thanksgiving; my What students really need is a list of clearly defined criteria about was what we lived for each year — the Back then, Dad paid for Mom's gift. father wanted to get our tree before the off-campus housing along with an applicadbnfbr that purpose. shimmery tree, die glow of decked-out Mom paid for Dad's gift. And they both turkey was fully digested or the mashed Then tJie rumors would finally be squelched and this new neighborhoods, the enticingly wrapped paid for my sister's gift. I ask you, could potatoes were cold. guide would be complete. presents and the yearly visit to Santa. life get any better? I'm happy waiting until Christmas Eve Boy, did we have it good. In a word, no. to pick up the ol' spruce — and to do most Especially financially. Now, gift-giving is a completely different of the rest of my shopping. There's a cer­ In my musings over Yuletide, I story. I don't know how or tain desperate gaiety in the mall air have come to a sad conclusion. when this happens, but some­ Christmas Eve, as panicked shoppers Merry Christmas, LU students; There will never be another time where between adolescence and lunge for rapidly disappearing bargains. in our lives when we receive young adulthood, someone Despite the dangers of being attacked by expensive presents and get to assumes that this person who a clerk annoyed at having to work on the here's two free computers give gifts that cost us nothing. used to be a child is now capa­ 24th, I feel obliged to boycott the shop­ I remember the week before ble of purchasing presents on ping scene during the early days of Did someone say free stuff? Christmas. My dad would call my her/his own budget. December. I can do without a pushy sales- little sister and me into the mas­ Which makes no sense to me. i person telling me I have only 22 shopping That's right, students may want to keep checking their mailboxes dur­ MICHELLE ing Christmas break. They could win a laptop computer. ter bedroom to tell us that the fol­ After all, I'm in college. days left. lowing day, we would be FANNIN Personal money is scarce. I had Come to think of it, maybe that's what Hello?! This needs to become a Liberty Christmas tradition. embarking on an important, top- "^^^* ^^^^^ much more money to throw my discontent with pre-holiday celebra­ There are no strings. Students don't have to give an offering, convince secret mission. He explained that our des­ around when I was peddling lemonade tion stems from: the massive commercial­ their high-school friends to attend LU or write an award-winning essay. tination would be Regency Square Mall and getting a weekly allowance — I had ization of Christmas. They just have to be students. and our purpose would be to purchase no expenses. I don't have a problem with gift-giving; Christmas gifts for Mom. Now, with a school bill, gas money and I do have a problem because so few people Which sounds pretty good. This annual trip was a monumental all of those other expenditures that always seem to consider why they're giving gifts. After all of the giveaways done for recruiunent purposes, it's refresh­ event for my father, who detests shopping pile up, buying decent Christmas gifts can I spoke to one mall store manager who ing to have something solely for the current student body. and salespeople in general; this fact alone be torturous. said he couldn't have a Christmas tree made my sister and me realize the gravity Hey, folks, this just shouldn't be. because it would have "too much religious • So* Merry Christmas. of what we were about to do. I say, let's reverse this Christmas cycle symbolism." Stuffed animals wearing Let's do this again in the spring. The next day, also known as two days before it's too late. Santa hats, oh, they're OK, though. before Christmas, Dad would buckle me Let kids buy gifts for Mom and Dad The meaning of Christmas is totally and Sis into the family Oldsmobile and when they're young. They have an obscured by the tubes of wrapping paper drive through blood-curdling traffic to the allowance, they have resources, they have and bags of bows. Passage of the week... local mall. time to earn money. Then when these kids This doesn't mean I have to eschew After the hour-long process of finding a grow up, go off to college and can't spare Christmas cheer, though, I suppose. "And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field,; decent parking spot — which involved a dollar, or the time to earn one, the par­ Focusing on the reason for the season may keeping watch over their flock by night. several not-so-edifying remarks on my ents can take over. be the secret to really enjoying it. dad's part — we would hit the stores. This solution would benefit everyone. Remember the guy with the bell? He "And lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Dad would drag us behind him as we Mom could slip us her credit card for probably had it right; tossing a quarter into Lord shone round about them; and they were sore afraid. searched the mall for perfect presents. Dad's gifts. his pot has a lot more to do with the mean­ "And the "angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good True, we spent most of our trip in the toy And Dad? He would receive the best ing of Christmas than buying a stocking- tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. section of JC Penney, trying to convince Christmas present of all. He'd just hand us stuffer at the dollar store. "For unto you is bom this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Dad that owning a Barbie Doll Townhouse a blank check and keys to the car and his It's just a shame that he had to ring the Christ the Lord" (Luke 2:8-11). was essential to a well-rounded upbring­ holiday shopping would be complete. He'd bell so loud in order to be heard over the ing. Still, somehow we managed to leave never have to see the inside of a mall again advertising jingles. Before you transfer, read this column: Member of Associated JEtbertg (EJjamptatt Collegiate Press since 1989 students should appreciate good ol' LU 1991-92, Ail-American Box 20000 Liberty University 1992-93, First Class he end of the semester demands planning fails, in these students' eyes, to meet their university. The faculty is here because it Lynchburg, VA 24506-8001 standards. Somebody is missing the point. wants to be here, and God agrees. Do you? (804) 582-2124 EP for the future: choosing majors, room­ T Liberty University doesn't need any more And there are always those who find fault Ann Wharton mates, jobs and so on. But for some, this is Administrative Adviser Liberty Champion Policies time for a decision that goes far beyond simple commercials. But I think that before several with the philosophy of Liberty. The rules The Liberty Champion encourages mem­ paperwork. Which college will you go hundred of you go trotting off lo are too strict. The school can't make up its Deborah Hull Cam Davis bers of the community to submit letters to to next year? Minnesota State Paradise mind if it is a missionary board or a univer­ Faculty Adviser Advertising Director the editor on any subject. I hear this question far more than University, as happens to every sity. Now we reach a fine line. This is, first Timothy J. Gibbons Letters should not exceed 400 words and I like, usually when someone is college alter Christmas Break, and foremost, a Christian university. There Editor in Chief must be typed and signed. Letters appearing complaining. They finish by saying you ought to consider why you are a lot of very compelling reasons to Amy J. Sawyer in Uie Liberty Forum do not necessarily rep­ that they are acting in everyone's are here at LU in the firstplace . attend a strong Christian school. If you Assistant Editor/Copy Manager resent the views of the Champion's editori­ best interest — including God's — The food makes you sick? We can't see these, your priorities are way out al board or Liberty University. by transferring as soon as possible to discussed how this could be our of order. SECTION EDITORS Andrew Lyons News Also, all articles, except editorials, bear a little school near home. I have dif­ fault several weeks ago. But in In college, we releam our faith and begin Michelle I'aiuiin Opinion the endorsement of the author, solely. ficulties witli this attitude, particu­ TOM addition lo that, how many of to apply it practically lo our future as never Kirs tin Simpson Ljfol larly with how it comes across at you have tried other college before. Is it even safe — never mind ideal Rich Maclonc Sports All material submitted becomes the prop­ INKEL erty of the Liberty Champion. The Liberty University. cafeterias? Many SCbOOlS oper­ — for a Christian lo attend a secular or COPY STAFF Champion reserves the right to accept, One of the characteristics of a college stu­ ate their own cafeterias and resort to single morally weak university at litis stage? You Betsy Oolen Assislanl Manager reject, or edit any letter received, according dent is an inherent dissatisfied streak ("the meal lines, few sidebars and little selection. must consider this before you so quickly PHOTOGRAPHY to the Champion stylebook and taste. The food is deadly; the dorms ;ue fit to be con­ Compare before you tear down. condemn one of the world's largest, fastest- Matl Cuda Editor deadline for letters is 6 p.m. Wednesday. demned," etc.). The food, faculty, facilities, The faculty doesn't match your expecta­ growing Christian universities for a few Zach Kruncnberger Assistant Editor Please address all letters to "Editor, the philosophy — and yes, the rules — nothing tions? Do you know how many Christian col­ growing pains. RESEARCH DISTRIBUTION Champion" and drop them off in DII 113 or escapes the attention of these students. But I leges are accredited'.' Very few. Not only that, liven those of us returning have lo do so Ted Wooll'ord Manager mail to: Liberty Champion, Liberty sometimes delect a more bitter side to Uie but the average salary for LU teachers is sig­ for Ihe right reasons and with the right University, Box 20000, Lynchburg, VA griping and complaining. It is almost as if the nificantly lower lh.ji at for other colleges, attitude. College is tough. Let LU be what ADVERTISING PRODUCTION Heather Usley Production Manager 24506-8001. fact dial LU is a Christian organization makes according to Uie dean of faculty development, (iod has brought you here for. fi\Uv Boeajt AV.IM.IIII M.ui.ii'.ei it "hypocritical" and morally wrong when it because of youth, growth and focus of die And have a great break. Tuesday, December 5, 1995 Liberty Champion, Page A9 COMMENTARY Homosexuals need Christian witness, caring By GEOFF MATTERA For one thing, human nature some of them do. Jesus did say, ents, then why not also pray for Champion Reporter always plays a large role in deter­ "What we find personally offensive, "... men loved darkness rather than their salvation? mining our behavior. we tend to turn our backs on automatically, light because their deeds were Think back to Christ's ordeal on For many Christians, the concept What we find personally repul­ without considering the results of our actions. evil" (John 3:19). the cross. The pain and suffering of loving homosexuals is accepted sive, we tend to turn our backs on Nevertheless, our Lord also he experienced must have been with great difficulty. Some don't automatically, without considering The consequence in this case commanded us to "love your ene­ incredible. accept it at all. the results of our actions. is that we sever any lines of communcation mies and pray for those who perse­ The nails in his hands and feet, True, homosexuality is a vile sin; The consequence in this case is cute you" (Matthew 5:44). however, are not what kept Him the Bible is clear on this matter. that we sever any lines of commu­ that might have been useful Christians need to be completely fastened to the cross. Instead, it But any Christian's refusal to dis­ nication that might have been use­ in bringing them to Christ." honest with themselves. was the sins of humanity. cern between the sin and the sinner ful in bringing them to Christ. Have they ever prayed for a And one of those sins is homo­ is also wrong. Another reason Christians dis­ By cracking jokes from the pul­ This should be our view. There homosexual they know personally? sexuality. For a Christian to wit­ Unfortunately, many Christians tance themselves from the homo­ pit and verbally assaulting the gay are only two types of people: saved And if not, have they ever prayed ness to a liar, thief or even a mur­ hate homosexuals — not just the sexual community is that they have community, some pastors convey and unsaved. If all Christians for a celebrity whose homosexual­ derer but refuse to minister to a homosexual's lifestyle but the per­ been told to do so — sometimes by the idea that homosexuals aren't adopted this philosophy, think of ity was widely publicized? homosexual, cheapens Christ's son also. their leaders. worthy of our witness. the many homosexuals who could Let's face it. death, burial and resurrection. How is it that born-again believ­ Pastors have every right to In 2 Timothy 4, Paul charges be saved and have their lives dra­ There are certain musicians, How arrogant it is to believe that ers have gone from "love your preach against the sin of homosex­ Timothy to "preach the word." In matically changed. actors and sports figures who are Jesus was crucified for just those neighbor as yourself to "love uality. What they should not do is this entire chapter, Paul does not However, some Christians still gay, and yet we still appreciate of us who are straight. your neighbor ... unless he or she provoke their congregations to once mention discriminating protest. After all, gays hate the their talents. So if we praise them Remember... "For God so loved is gay?" hatred of homosexuals. against certain types of people. "religious right." Right? Perhaps for their accomplishments and tal­ the world." Take it from Ruth: it isn't wrong for a woman to ask a man out with the motives of a girl who By RACHEL ELIZABETH would ask them out. Champion Reporter "... this romance One said that it isn't a woman's Remember the story about the was initiated place. He said that she could hint, woman who found a husband by by the woman, and the but it's the guy's job to finally ask lying at his feet one night? Bible seems not only her out. Really, she needed a husband, Another male student said that and her mother-in-law told her to condone, but also initiating a relationship should be how to get one. And guess what? to praise it." mutual. He said he would actually It actually worked! have more respect for a woman if No, this isn't some farfetched That way the guy isn't able to she asked him out. It shows him tale from Hollywood, but a Bible control the pace of the relation­ she's not stuck on herself. He was story about Ruth, in the book by ship. Another female student said definitely the exception. the same name. There's no getting some guys are too shy, and by The male perspective makes around it: this romance was initi­ asking them out, you can find out sense also. ated by the woman, and the Bible if they're interested. Women may want information, seems not only to condone, but It's easy to understand why but men want control. also to praise it. women feel the way they do. In Dating leads to marriage, and So there's no controversy in the Western culture, men have tradi­ most men still feel that the greater Christian community, right? Well, tionally been in control of each responsibility for their families rests not exacdy. It should come as no stage of the relationship. with them. Most men take that lV lT'5 * SIT f ANATICAU, POU'T YOU THINK 1" surprise that opinions on the ask­ They initiate the dating, set the responsibility seriously and don't ing-out issue seem to divide along pace and often leave the woman want to be rushed. gender lines. with no idea of what's going on in The solution boils down to com­ The gender difference held true the relationship. munication. If the concerns of each with the Liberty students who This causes many women to person were expressed and under­ Generation X must not live were asked about their feelings on feel frustrated and powerless. stood, then the female initiating this issue. Each woman felt that it Women obviously feel that they wouldn't be a problem. was fine for the woman to initiate are in a better position to get Women need to let men know down to current expectations the relationship. Each felt that information when they initiate. that they understand that a date is not a wedding proposal. Abaraham Lincoln kept the nation wrongly assumed by the govern­ this allowed a woman to have a When asked their opinion on By JASON MASHBURN Men can also help, by talking to together at the cost of thousands of ment. Because the government better understanding of what was the subject, the men were divided, Champion Reporter women about the relationship. American lives in the Civil War. has taken over these sectors of developing between them. but most seemed to feel uncom­ When a man tells a woman how he Generation X is labeled as a gen­ Franklin D. Roosevelt's foreign society some people say, if I pay One Liberty student said she fortable with female initiating a feels about her, she doesn't need to eration with no work ethic, no policy helped us eventually sustain taxes then I shouldn't have to do thinks it's better for the relation­ dating relationship. wrestle with him for control. morals, no ambitions and no future freedom for all future generations any thing else. This philosophy is ship if the girl asks the guy out. Some guys were concerned to look foward to. through our efforts in World War wrong and immoral. Its members are the children of II. Ronald Reagan saved us from Finally, the X Generation should parents who fought in Vietnam or runaway inflation and unemploy­ publicly rebuke evil at all levels. maybe fought their way out of ment by reigniting our economy to This means when Xers should con­ fighting for America. Some of its the longest post-war recovery of demn child molesters, not buy liberal elitist professors want to all time. their albums. establish national history standards And now, Generation X has They should publicly reprimand that would teach children that reached an opportunity to lead the violent rap and/or rock music as America was founded by evil men country and the world into the next anti-Christian and anti-American. with corrupt intentions. millenium. Judicially, Xers need to start peti­ Xers are the first generation that If Xers meet expectations, they tioning the state governments to has not had the opportunity to make will fail. But if they just practice enforce the death penalty for every the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. three basic principles daily, then murder committed. Unless Generation X sets a new they will succeed. That means the jury does not benchmark of excellence and cre­ First, wherever they go, they have the option of life in prison. ates a new sense of national pride, should take a book with them. If someone is found guilty, they we as a country could forget our Whether it is a routine trip to the will die. God-given right of freedom and be dentist or a wait for the bus, people If Generation Xers will cducai recorded in history books as the always have spare time. themselves, work to help their fel­ generation that lived down to Second, Xers should also low Americans and stand up for expectations. become involved in volunteerism. what is right, they will be the the Visiting Washington, D.C., That means working in soup reinvenlors of a more intellegent, tourists can feel the presence of kitchens, giving the homeless volunteer-oriented, and morally men who rose up to lead their gen­ places to stay and helping out- correct America — and not the eration into eras of peace, progess young mothers who have decided slackers they are expected to be. and freedom. Thomas Jefferson against abortion. America needs Generation X to expanded America, doubling its Unfortunately, some of these surpass expectations — not live size with the Louisiana Purchase. volunteer activities have been down to them. 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Relieve stress by visiting trendy hangout Books move to top of fun list ick tock, tick tock ... The time is By AMY J. SAWYKR improve weak areas or build on strong ones. T now 2:25 a.m. Sugar plum fairies The reading club firstfocuse d only on read­ Assistant Editor are dancing in my head as I sleep ing but has branched out to include both peacefully in my bed. Anyone who eading, writing and 'rithmetic are the writing and math skills. believes this mirage of blissful sleep R focus of the Reading Club, a practicum And by watching her students' progress, was probably never a student. required for senior education majors, in senior elementary education major Naomi Like a typical college student with a which they work one-on-one with area Hamilton said, she can also track her own major project due the next day plus a school children while bettering their own teaching progress. paper and two tests due next week, I teaching skills. The teachers prepare weekly lesson plans was hopeful to be in bed by 4 a.m. The club started in order to fill a need in and choose appropriate reading material, As 5 a.m. turned to 6 and the words Liberty's education program, Dr. Kathie which can span from books about George on my computer screen blurred beyond Johnson, the program's supervisor, said. Washington to the Bible to Louise recognition, I knew I was exhausted, And since its inception in 1984, the reading Fitzhugh's "Harriet the Spy." Johnson then and sleep wasn't in the forecast. club has also tapped into an increasing need evaluates the lesson plans before each ses­ How do poor, overworked students in the community. sion, using them as the basis for student deal with late-night study sessions? The club's 27 student teachers now teachers' course grades. Plus, how can they deal with it all and accommodate approximately 40 clients Another benefit of reading club, Johnson still have some sanity left to take on from area schools, including Lynchburg said, is that it exposes teachers to their first the next onslaught of projects? Christian Academy and schools as far away parent-teacher conference. Each student, I believe I have the answer to this as Bedford County. In addition to reading teacher meets with the client's parents at dilemma: take a much-needed break club, Johnson said approximately 15 stu­ the end of the semester to discuss the from studying and visit one of dents in the practicum donate extra time to child's progress. Lynchburg's trendy hangouts. I realize help children with their homework at the "This gives them that experience that these are few and far between. Good Samaritan Center. they can't get any other way," she said. photo courtesy of Charity Wilson However, it's surprising how much fun Johnson said the demand for the pro­ "There is no way to simulate this." IS THIS FUN OR WHAT? — Senior education major Charity Wilson and these few hangouts can be. gram has been exceeding the available stu­ Between sessions, student clients have student work on reading skills via one-on-one instruction. Besides tutoring, The first hangout is the Drowsy dent teachers, despite the $50 cost and reading goals to meet, earning a prize for student teachers are also exposed to their first parent-teacher conference. Poet, located in Candler's Mountain without advertising. every goal that is met. Station. This place is great for students A large percentage of clients return for "My goal is to read 15 to 30 minutes four with her best friend to an opinion section. The club has since helped cultivate an who don't have cars but would rather instruction year after year, and many clients days per week," Rachael Johnson, 10-year- "We are having what I think of things, enjoyment of reading in her three boys, go somewhere besides David's Place are homeschooled students, for whom the old daughter of Dr. Johnson, explained as like what I think of food, cafeteria food first-graders at LCA. "They really look for fun and relaxation. diagnostic testing offered in reading club she showed off the purple stencilled ruler and teachers," she said. "That's pretty fun forward to coming to reading group," Coffee, cappuccino and espresso are can fulfill education testing requirements. she won. because I can speak out and stuff." she said. on the menu for those of you who need Incorporated into the curriculum of Rachael, a fifth-grader,sai d she concen­ Lisa Bryant, mother of six-year-old All three Bryant triplets' blondish the caffeine. There is also juice, soda, Diagnostic, Measurement and Evaluation trates on creative writing in reading club. triplets, Matthew, Michael and Mitchell heads nodded their enjoyment of read­ pastries, bagels and cream cheese for (EDUC 416), reading club benefits student She said her favorite writing topics are ani­ Bryant, said the reading club has also been ing club. Matthew said his favorite is non-coffee lovers. With the cozy, but teachers as much as their clients. The senior mals, especially her dog Truffle. beneficial for her sons and herself. She first "doing the reading games," but when sometimes cramped, atmosphere and education majors get their first taste of one- As part of her work, she is creating a enrolled the boys in the club to help her asked about his favorite book, shyly great music including live bands, this on-one instruction, evaluating learning style newspaper that will include all her favorite learn about their different learning styles, admitted a biography of George place is a great refreshment for the and skill levels, then helping their client interests, from pet pages to an interview she said. Washington isn't it. tired student. The next place on the list is Billy Joe's, located on Fort Avenue. This place is wonderful for students who love the "oldies, but goodies" music of Layla Hinton makes debate her life the 1950s. Also, for ice cream lovers everywhere, Billy Joe's serves the best cheap or even at a discount. For Layla, she said. of the hard work By MICHELLE FANNIN ice cream in Lynchburg, maybe even Opinion Editor the price of success has been paid with While in the office, Layla and her team­ and team cama­ the state. personal sacrifice. mates schedule practice debates, work on raderie when she The moment you enter the restau­ he only goes to class three or four days a "It's been hard," Layla said. "My classes different speeches and have individual graduates. rant, you can't help but notice the red- S week. She travels every weekend to far- suffer insofar as I don't feel I'm getting meetings with their assistant coach. "I will miss and-white-checked interior, the old- off destinations like Chicago. She spends her much out of class because I'm never there." Thursday, the debate team travels to the debating; it's been fashioned jukebox and the hustle and days and nights in an office arguing inces­ And, as Layla explained, the schedule of University of Virginia to do five to six a natural part of bustle. If ice cream isn't your thing, santly with her coworkers. And curfew? For a debater leaves little time for anything — hours of research. Then, they're up on my life for the last Billy Joe's also has great reasonably her there's no such thing. except debate. Friday morning, ready to leave for that seven years," Layla priced sandwiches for the financially Meet Layla Hinton, a veteran LU debater. It all begins when the debate team gets weekend's tournament. said. Hinton challenged college student. Layla, a senior government major from back from a tournament on Monday or And, for Layla, tournament pressure is She plans to use If neither coffee nor ice cream inter­ Atlanta, joined LU's debate team her fresh­ Tuesday. "I'm exhausted and just trying to the hardest thing about debating. the skills she's learned as a Liberty est you, how about a night of great man year — before it gained national fame. readjust," Layla said. "The first thing I do is 'The pressure at a tournament is so debater when she attends law school music? The Upper Room, located in "It's amazing how the team has grown in try to catch up with my schoolwork." intense," she said. "It's even more intense after graduation. the College Hill Baptist Church on four years," Layla said. Layla spends most of her waking and than football. A football game lasts a couple "A lot of the lessons I've learned will Floyd Avenue, offers a club-like •~-"I can leave LU with a sigh of relief, non-waking hours in the debate office dur­ hours, then it's over with. But a debate lasts apply later in life, like reaching my atmosphere even resident assistants knowing that our team was a success." ing the week. "Monday through Thursday all day." goals, striving for success and commit­ would approve of. Success, however, does not come I'm in the office until 2 a.m. every night," Still, Layla insists that she will miss all ment," she said. Live bands, including Jars of Clay, Liberty Noise and Clive, can be heard jamming away on their guitars during the weekends when the club is open. This is a great place for students to Fannin wins Champion longevity prize meet friends, get some grub from the snack bar and listen to some new alter­ graduation, Michelle sees her involvement learn about the journalism profession in they needed people and was too chicken native Christian bands. By AMY J. SAWYER as a section editor as both a benefit and a ways that classes have not. to apply for anything else." Assistant Editor For those students with a little more hindrance. Yes, she has become one of the "You learn how to make judgment calls, During that year, Michelle also wrote cash in their pockets, Spanky's restau­ he Liberty Champion. The timid select few who spend every waking minute and I mink that helps develop maturity and the occasional news story. She still cov­ rant, located on Main Street in T freshman reporter approaches the in the Champion office, living, eating and the ability to make leadership decisions that ered Senate, only this time on a federal Lynchburg, is just the place. Loud office after just completing the most awk­ breathing newspaper. a class can't help with." level. She, a photographer and a few music, great sandwiches and the music ward 15 minutes of his life — his first "It's like having a full-time job and And besides that, being an editor of the superfluous Champion reporters went to and movie memorabilia decor draw interview. The door is closed; but inside, he going to class, too. When I first started, I paper gives Michelle a great place to do Charlottesville to cover a speech by Vice crowds at this restaurant. For those stu­ hears the sounds of ranting editors and wrote my stories in homework, not to mention her own com­ President Al Gore. dents who don't want to sit down for a clicking keyboards. like 30 minutes; and puter for the year. Gore was speaking in support of L.F meal, the restaurant also offers a place He knocks and ever-so-slowly pushes if my editors want­ As the newspaper's only four-year vet­ Payne's reelection to Senate. Michelle for students to grab an ice cream, cup the door open and peeks in. He is met by ed more, I thought eran, Michelle said she's seen a great deal was so determined to ask Gore a question, of coffee or some Jelly Belly jelly the turning heads of several intrepid they were asking of improvement in the paper. she knocked people over, hid behind cam­ beans. As a side note, if you have a upperclassmen. It's as if he's walked in on too much. I look "I think it's definitely gotten better. The eramen and sneaked past security to catch friend with a birthday coming up, there a back-room poker game after midnight. back, and I think, design and the writing have both gotten bet­ up with him. are also rooms for parties. He shovels his way through print-outs of 'What happened?* ter. I think we pay a lot more attention to "I guess I forged the trail or some­ If these places are of no interest to last week's issue to get to the news editor's "It's been a detri­ individual writers now."^ thing. All these media people were you, there's always David's Place. This desk, where he drops his disk and story, ment to every one of The Liberty senior from Jacksonville, behind me," she said. "Everybody Liberty hangout has pool tables, TV then makes a mad dash to get out of that my classes except Fannin Fla., became involved with the thought I should ask something inflam­ rooms and video games. This place is office and on with life. journalism ones. There is so much time Champion after a high school govern­ matory, but I didn't think he'd answer, convenient for students who don't have Pulling the door shut behind him, he involved in the paper that I just don't have ment class fostered an enjoyment of writ­ so I asked something about his speech. cars and are low on cash. thinks, "Never, ever will I get caught in that the time to put into other classes, so I don't ing opinion pieces. He started to talk and I thought, 'Wow, If I still haven't sparked your inter­ trap! Those people are always in there; they care as much about them." "When 1 came to the Champion, I was he's talking to me!' est, how about crashing in on a friend have no life!" Throughout a typical week, Michelle not thinking newswriting; I was thinking "That's the most fun about reporting. who lives off-campus? The apartment That's what Michelle Fannin, four-year assigns, collects and edits commentaries opinion writing," Michelle said. "They It's just such a rush to chase people down, setting gives students an opportunity veteran of the Liberty Champion, said her from her writers, as well as writing staff edi­ stuck me in news, which I didn't really knock people over and get a story that to experience "real life." It is here that freshman year. torials and her own column. like, but 1 learned." nobody thinks you can get," she said. students can find a quiet place to col­ "When I was a freshman, I would sit in On the weekend, she fights for space in From her year in the news section cov­ With her Champion tour of duty com­ lect their thoughts, watch TV and the lab for 20 minutes, type my story and the narrow newspaper office and lays out ering Student Government Association ing to a close within months, Michelle spend some quiet time with a few leave. I saw those people who sat in the lab her section. and Senate, Michelle went to opinion said while there have been some acade­ good friends. for hours, and 1 swore — I swore — 1 Despite the time commitment, though, writing as a sophomore and found her mic high points, she'll miss the people Hopefully I have given some of you would never do that." Michelle said this year is her best on the niche. She dabbled in copy-editing dur­ the most. overworked, can't-wait-till-Christmas As this year's opinion editor for the Champion. "I like the section a lot. I like ing her junior year along with writing for "We've lived so close together. You're students some ideas of places to visit paper, her advice is now, "Never say having control of what's going in the opin­ the opinion section. in the same environment all the time, and when you're under pressure and need 'never.'" ion section, and I like writing a column." "I don't know why 1 did copy-editing," you form really close friendships. It's to find focus in your life. Now that she is only months away from She said the experience has helped her she said. "1 didn't like it. 1 guess 1 just knew almost like a family." Pgg^M2jLibcrlvChamDion Riesdav^cccmbe^J^^ lories

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My favorite memory: My family My favorite memory: When I and I exchange ornaments at; was about 12 years old, my ;:|Christmas. One year when I took] father, who does not celebrate •up jogging, I got an ornament of a; ^Christmas, went outside and cut jogger. Also, when my wife and 11 a tree down for our family to Itravel overseas, we collect orna-; decorate in South Korea. ments from different countries. ? I— sophomore Hyun SookKim We have hundreds of ornaments) on our tree. — Dr. A. Pierre Guillermin

•My favorite memory: When I was pabout 5 years old, I spent the whole IMy favorite memory: f|month of December learning Luke 2 jChristmas since I became a Christian, I ||(the Christmas story) to say in front of lour church went to a live manger scene •our church. I still remember that. |to sing and reflect on Christ's birth. If My family's tradition: We get up early |My family's tradition: We work withf ;' and eat breakfast together as a family the Angel Tree production and minis- 'and my Dad reads the Christmas story. Ifter to prisoners and their families. -junior Sarah St John — junior Renee Spiegel

;My favorite memory: The greatest! :My favorite memory: My family, Christmas present I received was when and I went to Mt. Hood on jl was 9 years old. My parents separat- Christmas Eve and Christmas day sed for four months, and a week before I we went downhill skiing. Christmas my dad returned. I remenw —junior Bonnie Tobbs jber in the airport he brought a golden • | bell that played Christmas carols. —junior Rebekali Putman

My favorite memory: When I was 9§ years old, my youngest brother and I got \ Big Wheels. Mine had a siren and l| ! My family's tradition: On ChristmasJ chased him all over the neighborhood. 1 Eve, my five brothers and one sister My family's tradition: All six of us in the I get together and just have a good timej family get together to share special times^j — LU staff Dorothy Hypes! reunite and share gifts with each other.. — freshman Paco Leonetti

My favorite memory: In 1990, in oi house in Saudi Arabia, we spend My family's tradition: My* Christmas with friends and eight U.SJ wife's whole family of 25 goe*r soldiers from Desert Shield. Christmas caroling in Georgia. My family's tradition: Our famil) — Professor James Schuppe begins Christmas day by reading real Christmas story found in Luke. —junior Rachel Lippai

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Special basketball Gjorgjevski lives pullout section — American hoop pgs B4-5 •:-:-::;:-:-X;:-:i::;,:;a-::,,,,, • , ...s:^;,,^ Aluma, Taylor lead upset of VCU 86-71 tant for the Flames' morale. will boost morale going into the rest By RICH MACLONE "They spanked us twice in the past of LU's schedule. Sports Editor and made us look stupid. We had to "It is a really big win for the pro­ Tenacious defense and clutch free- come back and get some respect for gram. We know we are good, and throw shooting led the Flames past ourselves," Aluma said. "It's not the now we know how good we can be," Virginia Commonwealth 86-71, size of the dog in the fight; it's the size Jackson said. RICH Saturday night at the Vines Center in of the fight in the dog." LU Head Coach Jeff Meyer was front of 4,925 screaming fans. White's penetrating to the basket pleased with the performance of MACLONE Liberty (2-1) free-throw shooters opened things up for LU's outside his team. hit 10 of 16 free throws in the shooting. Small forward Barry "Our guys just played their hearts game's final 2:48 to take the win. Taylor had his best game of the sea­ out. I give credit to the kids. They just The joy Four Liberty players scored in dou­ son. Taylor tallied 15 points, all have a strong and positive mind set ble digits. coming via the three-pointer. Four right now," Meyer said. of giving Peter Aluma set the pace with 20 of Taylor's treys were in the first "When we get Peter involved, that Nothing is more precious than points, 11 rebounds and six blocked half. He also grabbed eight makes the defense collapse and opens the expression on a child's face on shots. The LU center scored 14 points rebounds for Liberty. things up for Larry (Jackson) and Christmas morning when he is in the first half, as LU built a 49-35 Taylor also thought that the win Marcus," Meyer said. opening his presents. Absolute joy halftime lead. earned Liberty respect from VCU. The game versus VCU is Liberty's and glee is etched in the form of a "Peter opened things up for us. "We want to get some respect We final home contest of 1995. The smile that looks as if it won't be (VCU) couldn't stop him in the first feel like we can play with these Flames play their next five games on removed until the February thaw. half. That opened things up for (the guys," Taylor said. the road, before returning home Jan. 2 I believe that kind of happiness outside shooters) in the second half," Shooting guard Larry Jackson, who to take on King College. LUthen should be delivered to all at LU point guard Marcus White said. scored 15 points, said he felt the win takes on UNC Greensboro. "I tried to do a lot more (penetrat­ Christmas time, no matter what the ing) today. I noticed that they could­ age of the recipient Guards look forward t So here are some gifts that I n't stop the perimeter (shooters), so ? I tried to get the ball to Peter," There is no place like home. It s very important. I would like to give to some of the White said. Home is where Liberty guards want to gohome and prove to the sports world's most deserving pre­ White had 12 points and fiveassist s Larry Jackson and Marcus White people in Texas that we are not a sent recipients. against the Rams. will be beading when the Flames joke. We are going to prove (the To Jerry Jones, I would like to VCU (3-2) got back into the travel to Texas to play in the Dr basketball program) is somewhere. give a Cleveland Browns cap, game late in the fourth quarter Pepper Classic tournament Dec. 8- I'm going to play mv heart out." because the politics he believes in behind the outside shooting of <) at B*i^f||N$t^t>> If Ulead Coach Jeff Meyer tries will make more teams like the guard Sherman Hamilton. The Jackson is a native of Caroilton, to bike his players home at least Browns leave their home cities. Texas. White hatis front Austin. once during their stay at LU. The To Art ModelL I give a gift cer­ photo by Jeremy Alexander Rams shooting guard hit a three pointer with 1:38 remaining to cut The two guards are excited about last player to make tificate for one free visit to Dr. Jack TAYLOR HITS TREY AFTER TREY AFTER ... — Senior LU's lead to six points, 77-71. lite prospect of going home to play. senior pointy Kevorkian because he's earned it. swing-man Barry Taylor goes up for one of his five three-point Liberty responded by going on a 9- "iiomg home means a lot to me," when die Fi To the fans of the Cleveland baskets against VCU. Taylor also added eight rebounds on the 0 run to close out the ballgame. Jackson said, "It meats playing in Browns, I give the Cincinnati night. The Flames beat the Rams 86-71. Aluma felt the win was very impor­ front of friends and family." Bengals. Sorry guys, but it looks like the best I can do for you. Hey, it beats watching the CFL. lb Deion Sanders, I give an ounce of humility. It is prime time that he got some anyway. NCAA rules on Bami's eligibility To Dennis Rodman, I give a decent hair-cut. He has to be run­ forgery," LU Compliance Director Kim Bami's documents were sent to the ning out of different colors of the By JOSH HOWE for the Ebun Champion Reporter Graham said. Clearinghouse by Liberty in August; since Comets, a rainbow to dye his "do" by now. The G.C.E. is comparable to transcripts then, it has been a waiting game. This wait Nigerian club To the Northwestern University The Flames' hopes for solidifying their here in the United States. seems to be common this season among team, Bami football team; I give a pair of glass inside game hit a snag Tuesday, Nov. 28, at Attempts to land players from overseas Nigerians attempting to play college basket­ averaged 20 slipper cleats. It is the only part of an NCAA hearing of the Subcommittee on ball in the U.S. points, nine the Cinderella story that is missing. Initial Eligibility Waivers. "Even before Stephen's hearing "Even before Stephen's hearing Tuesday, rebounds and To the Liberty University foot­ At that meeting, Nigerian basketball prod­ Tuesday, a representative from a representative from the Legislative four blocked ball team, I give a playoff appear­ uct Stephen Bami was not given approval to Services of the NCAA called and said they shots per game. ance. They earned one this season play in the 1995-96 college basketball sea­ ... the NCAA called and said received six documents back from WAEC, The one pos­ and were snubbed. I give them son. This snag, however, could be freed they received six documents and of the six, four were forgeries," itive to come what they really deserved. up soon. The LU athletic department Graham said. out of the hear­ Bami To the Ohio State football team, received word last week that gives room back from WAEC, and of the However, the fact that WAEC is moving on ing is that Bami will be able to receive ath­ I give a Heimlich maneuver hand­ for optimism. six, four were forged." Stephen's case is positive for Bami's hopes of letically related financial aid. book for the next time they choke "We received word from (West African —Kim Graham returning to the hardwood this season. After doing basically all it can, it's just a in the big game. Examinations Counsel) that the NCAA On the floor, Bami's development will matter of a waiting for LU as to when Bami To Dean Smith, I give a pair of Clearinghouse had contacted them with LU Compliance Director take time, but there is little doubt that the 6- will be ready to play. shackles so be can get the next tal­ Stephen's (general certificate of education) can be a tough process, but when dealing 9, 245-pound post-player has the potential to "We know that the process has started, but ented player he recruits to stay all document, and they were in the process of with Nigeria, this can be extra difficult. be a great one. it has not been finalized yet. The letter also four years. evaluating it for its authenticity. WAEC "Nigeria is the only country that has to get In two years of basketball at St. Theresa's told us that WAEC contacted St. Theresa's To George Steinbrenner, I give a checks to make sure they are his actual its student-athletes' certificates confirmed. secondary school in Lagos, Nigeria, Bami and were in the process of coming to some needle. It will come in handy the grades earned at St. Theresa Seminary and Other foreign countries can deal directly averaged 29 points, 11 rebounds, four blocks conclusion," Graham said. next time he gets an idea. His ego that the document is authentic and not a with the Clearinghouse," Graham said. and three steals per contest. While playing Stay tuned. doesn't fit in Yankee Stadium or the Bronx, for that matter, as it is. To Cal Ripken, I give a day off. Stinnett's 5th annual Lady Flames Classic The problem is, I know he will never use it. season lb Marcus Camby, Ton Duncan and Kerry Kittles, I give sneaker jeopardized ends in split for home team contracts. I wanted to be the first, since they no doubt will be signing by injury them into the locker room at halftime. scare during the game, however, as guard Genie large ones in the summer. By BEN DONAHUE "We could have beaten Wofford by a lot more, but Stinnett re-injured her shoulder, first sustained earli­ Champion Reporter To the Houston Rockets, I give By RICH MACLONE we did what we had to for die win," Eaddy said. er in the season. While the team expects her to return some credit. They have earned it, Sport* Editor With a win in the season opener already under "Our tree-throw percentage was high, and we also quickly, they cite injuries as a potential concern for but no one else seems to want to their belts, the Lady Flames entered this weekend's did a good job of getting rebounds on both sides of the season. give it to them. The Lady Flames' chances to get Lady Flames Classic looking for more. Wofford the ball. It was a great all-around effort." "We've been having to change player roles on the To the Houston Oilers, I give a off on the right foot were hurt College, Delaware State and the U.S. Naval "Wofford wasn't a quick team and we took advan­ team quite a bit," Eaddy said. "That's tough because bon voyage party. Of course, I severely by a shoulder ~~ the right Academy all took part in the tournament. tage of that," Ratcliff said. players have to learn different responsibilities from don't expect that many people to shoulder of junior point guard On Friday night, Liberty defeated Wofford handi­ The Lady Flames came out shooting in the second what they're used to. We just hope to remain healthy show up — well, maybe just to Genie Stinnett. ly 61-50. The Lady Flames then continued on to the half and cruised to a 61-50 victory. There was a big so it won't hurt us down the stretch." say, "good riddance." Stinnett, who was LU's second championship game Saturday afternoon, in which To Albert Belle, I give a cork- leading scorer last season, re^ they played a close game against Navy but lost 55- not for his bat, for his mouth. injured her right shoulder with 2:34 47. The Lady Flames attributed the loss to one area: To Eminitt Smith, I give an remaining in Liberty's first-round "Our rebounding wasn't that great. We let them Oscar award because the NFL has game of (lie lady Flames Classic have second shots, which really ended up hurting never seen a better actor when it against Wofford. us," sophomore Jennifer Eaddy said. "Our field goal comes to injuries. The injury occurred while percentage was also low, but it was mostly our lack To the Boston Red Sox and Stinnett was running back on of rebounding tliat led to their win." Chicago Cubs, I give a champi­ defense. She stepped up to break up Sophomore Tiffany Ratcliffe added, "Navy was onship. How else are they ever a fast-break. Her timing was on, but tough but not unbeatable. We had a great first lialf, going to get one?. the impact of the ball caused her but we just ended up beating ourselves. We could To the AFC, I give a Super Bowl arm to bend back loo far. have blocked out better, pulled down more rebounds trophy. This is the only way they'll Stinnett initially injured the arm and made more foul shots. We didn't give up, but in get one this season. in a pre-season exhibition game die long run, it was live little tilings tliat defeated us." To the NCAA, 1 give a clue. Do against a Hungarian National team. hi Friday night's game versus Wofford, both 1 need to explain this one? Stinnett jammed her shoulder while teams struggled in the beginning, but it was Liberty To myself, I give a vacation. See attempting to get through a that eventually ran away with it. Poor shooting, pass­ you in January. Hungarian screen. ing and turnovers caused the slow start, but the 1 *idy file photo To God, I give the glory. Don't »r« See Stinnett, page B7 I Tames recovered quickly, taking a 34-24 lead with McSHOT — Angie McDaniel goes for two last season at the Vines Center. forget the reason for the season. Page B2, Liberty Champion Tuesday, Decembers. 199 5 Harris feeler Tis THE SEASON! Fresh Premium Harris Teeter Men's Basketball Standings TEAM W-L CONE GB Ground 1. UNC Asheville 2-0 0-0 — Beef 2. Radford 2-0 0-0 — 3. Liberty 2-1 0-0 — 4. Coastal Carolina 1-1 0-0 — 5. UMBC 0-1 0-0 — 6. UNC Greensboro 0-3 0-0 — USDA Choice Hormel Cubed 89 Black Label 169 Steak lb. Bacon 7. Charleston So. 0-3 0-0 2 16 oz. m 8. Winthrop 0-3 0-0 Sweet Editor's Note: The Big South women's standings will appear in the next issue of the Champion along with the men's* Tangelos Or

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I Then I'll probably make a decision By JOSH COOLEY Airport)," Gjorgjevski said, "and I Champion Reporter Parrish Hickman, "You have to be was nervous." when I'm home if I could have a pro­ landed at National. I went to the bus who played for the a lot stronger Gjorgjevski spends most of his fessional career or, if not, if I should When Nikola Gjorgjevski stepped station and took a ticket for Flames during the and quicker to time on the bench, filling in now and start working with something else. off the plane and made his way Lynchburg. It was scary to spend the 1992-93 season. play here. then for forwards Eric Sorensen and "I had the opportunity to speak to through Washington National Airport first day alone in the States." "He knew I was "There's a lot of Darren Hall. That's almost inconse­ a lot of friends about America and in Arlington, Va., it marked the first He didn't see any familiar faces interested in coming different criteria quential to him at this point, though. the way it is. The only thing I expect­ time he had ever set foot on until he reached Lynchburg. to play basketball in for the games from "Eric Sorensen and Darren Hall ed is, I know it's going to be tough; American soil. Traveling, however, is not uncom­ the States," Gjorgj­ the officials. In are a lot more comfortable with the it's going to be hard. "Nick," as he is called by his mon to Gjorgjevski. He used to trek evski said, "so he Europe, you use program," Gjorgjevski said. "There's a chance for you to suc­ mono-lingual friends, arrived in two hours back and forth to basket­ put me in touch with your hands a lot. "They will play a lot more. Still, ceed. Over here you can be a good America on Aug. 9, well on his way ball practice in Macedonia — some­ Jeff Meyer and Nick Gjorgjevski Over here, you there will be times when I can help student and a good athlete. Back toward achieving his goals of play­ times twice a day. That's the price to Randy Dunton. The Freshman forward cannot do that. It out. I'm satisfied with this. Just mak­ home, that's not possible. You have ing basketball in "the land of oppor­ pay sometimes. way he recommended me was was a hard adjustment. It is a differ­ ing it to the team this year was a big to make a choice either to study tunity." At 6-7 and 190 pounds, In Gjorgjevski's case, the divi­ enough for them. They wanted me ent level of basketball here — a success for me. or play." Gjorgjevski — a native of Skipje, dends made it worthwhile. to come here." higher level." "I want to spend four years with For right now, home can wait. Macedonia — thought he would be He won the country championship Gjorgjevski admits he has had to When he played in his first game basketball as my priority. I'd like to Gjorgjevski is fulfilling a dream. picked up by Liberty Basketball with an under-22 team, Rabotnicki, adjust his style of play to fit the in the U.S., Gjorgjevski was also see how good I can be in four years. Besides, he'd rather avoid airports. Head Coach Jeff Meyer at the termi­ while also competing in two youth American idiosyncracies. introduced to the hype American nal. national teams in 1993 and '95. "Defensive and offensive basketball brings that other countries But there was a snag in the agenda. While playing with a team called philosophies are much different; don't possess. "The gym... has 9,000 "My travel agent told me I should Zato Vardar last season, Gjorgjevski it's a lot more physical play here," seats," he said. "The biggest gym FINE QUALITY DIAMONDS. 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Nov 24 at Drake Lost 80-59 Nov 27 Mount St. Mary's Won 87-72 Peter Dec 2 VCU Won 86-71 III Adam Dec 4 at Howard 8:00 p.m. ||Vluma C Hopkins C Dec 8-9 at Baylor's Dr. Pepper Classic 6-10 • 240* Jr. Liberty vs. Auburn 7:00 p.m. 6-10* 248 •Fr. Lagos, Nigeria Lithia Springs Ga Centenary vs. Baylor 9:00 p.m. 15.7 ppg, 5.0 ret? Dec 16 at Florida International 2:00 p.m. Dec 30 atUVA 1:00 p.m. Jan 2 King 7:30 p.m. Jan 4 at MaivM^i^teor^^pnty 7:00 p.m. Jan 6 tfipa$jffiMM*\ 7:30 p.m. Larry Mark Jan 8 \Jt*i\*?:.'\£ti C\ji *SDC/* C 7:30 p.m. Jackson G ;:-J:lRe|d jp j| Jan 13 j»^C^SMpBl^''' ^ 2:00 p.m. 6-1 •180* So. 6-3 • 185 •So. Jan 15 t 7:30 p.m. Jjpi RadtoFd >\ • Carrolton, Texas : WM Bangor, Maine 1 Jan 20 S»t Charleston,Sojutr^ni ^jjj! 7:30 p.m. ; 10.4 ppg, 3 reb 5.3 ppg, 2.1 reb Jan 22 ; ! , 7:30 p.m. Jan 27 \ • 'vItoflfeT?5WW;'« 7:30 p.m. Jan 29 ai^pjp&Bpb^l JBff 7:00 p.m. Feb 1 Harnptort^ * > « 7:30 p.m. Feb 3 Radios l|{j,H ; | 7:30 p.m. Marcus Feb 5 MaryramJ ialtirhore County 7:30 p.m. WlteG Feb 9 UNC Asheville 8:00 p.m. Feb 13 at Virginia Tech 7:00 p.m. 6-1 • 165* So. Feb 17 Charleston Southern 7:30 p.m. Austin, Texas Feb 19 Coastal Carolina 7:30 p.m. 1.7 ppg, 2.5 reb Feb 24 at Winthrop 7:00 p.m. Feb 29- Big South TBA JH 9p Mar 2 Tournament 111 page design and layout by Keith Ludlow

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Assistant Coach 6th Season 3rd Record: Season 60-79 Rick Reeves Jeri Wiley 1995*96 WOMEN'S BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Nov 25 Messiah Won 53-49 Dec 1-2 Lady Flames Classic Won 61-50 (Wofford, Navy, Del. St.) Lost 55-47 Dec 5 VCU 7:00 p.m. Dec 8-9 at Stetson Tournament 7 00/9:00 p.m. (Miami of Ohio, Austin Peay) 6 00/8:00 p.m. Dec 15-16 at South Ala. Tournament 5 30/7:30 p.m. (W. Carolina, Mercer) 12 30/2:30 p.m. Jan 4 Cedarville 3:00 p.m. Jan 9 at UNC Greensboro.. 7:00 p.m. Jan 11 7:00 p.m. Jan 13 7:00 p.m. Jan 20 jston Southern 7:00 p.m. Jan 22 _ Jester! Caliche 7:00 p.m. Jan 25 I Sit RadfeftF 7:00 p.m. Jan 27 j 7:00 p.m. Jan 30 5:00 p.m. Feb 3 5:00 p.m. Feb 6 7:00 p.m. Feb 10 7:00 p.m. Feb 13 at:G|| 7:00 p.m. Feb 15 North C^roli^A^T 7:00 p.m. Feb 17 at Charleston Southern 7:00 p.m. Feb 19 at Coastal Carolina 7:00 p.m. Feb 24 Winthrop 7:00 p.m. Mar 2 at Maryland Baltimore County 2:00 p.m. Mar 7-9 at Big South Tournament TBA Radford, Va. page design and layout by Keith Ludlow CLEAN LUBE SERVICE CENTER Featu ri ng 10 minute oil change

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They call him 'Bulldog.' He's a great Christian off the field f1l« photo and a bulldog on the field. She's the same way — a bull­ SORELY MISSED — Genie Stinnett re-injured dog," Reeves said. her shoulder Friday night. "Right now, we don't have an outside threat without her. Miami in hot water with NCAA She's worth 10 to 15 points per game. She's a threat. She also on the shelf; the situation frustrates Reeves. MIAMI— The University of Miami's athletics department found itself in hot water this week when the NCAA creates points for herself and her teammates," Reeves said. "I remember back when we were at the NAIA level, we found a plethora of rules infractions by several varsity sports, including its football team. Stinnett does not believe that her re-injuring was due to didn't even have a trainer, and no one ever got injured. Amongst penalties levied against Miami, the football team will not be permitted to play in a Bowl game this returning to the lineup quickly. "I was out for two weeks, Today it seems that it happens much more," Reeves said. year, The team also will be pat on three-year probation and have its football scholarships decreased by 24 during but (my shoulder) felt pretty strong. That pass just popped Stinnett's injury has not dampened her feelings about the next two seasons. (my shoulder) out" Stinnett said. playing the game she adores. The NCAA committee on infractions also reported violations in Miami's baseball, women's golf and men's The Lady Flames have had injury problems recently. "My main goal is to play, to get back right now. 1 just love tennis programs, One hundred forty-one football players were reported to have received more than $223,000 in Along with Stinnett being out forward Angie McDaniel is to play. In a way, I feel like I'm letting the team down." impermissable funds. Fifty-five football players were among a total of 60 and 77 athletes to receive $212,969 in Pell Grant funds based on fraudulent applications. Other violations included cash awards to football players of between $20 and $200 for good play between Meyer, Sturm put it on the Line 1986 and 1992. This payment fund was set, up by athletes and at least one former athlete, Miami was also found Aired every Tuesday from 7:05 to 8 an obvious next step. At this point it to have violated its Own drug-testing policy. Miami allowed three football players to play without receiving any By JOSH COOLEY p.m., the show "is a great opportunity disciplinary measures. Champion Reporter makes plenty of sense." for fans to stay in touch with their Sturm, who also hosts WLNI's In an effort to increase LU'a bas­ team," according to Sturm. "Liberty SportsLine (Monday through Friday ketball's farm, Head Coach Jeff Meyer basketball's popularity on campus and from 2 to 3 pm.; Saturday from 9 to Coleman wants trade ... again has teamed with WLNI 105.9 FM's around the area has grown, so this is 11 am.), graduated from Liberty in PHILADELPHIA — Derrick Coleman is no longer a New Jersey Net, and if he getsMs way, he will not be a Bob Sturm for "The HoopLine." Philadelphia 76er for very long[either, A call-in radio show that Sturm and Coleman, who was acquired in a trade by the 76ers in an acquisition thatalk> brought guard Rex Walters- Meyer kicked off Nov. 21, "The and forward Sean Hfggins to Philly in exchange for center Shawn Bradley, guard Greg Graham and forward Tim HoopLine" is an forum for fans to talk Perry* wants out of Philadelphia as well. to Meyer and ask him anything from The 6*10 power forward asked to be traded from New Jersey when it became apparent to him that differences strategies to why he made that split- with Nets General Manager Willis Reed could not be reconciled. Coleman wanted tob e traded to a personal list of second decision with 10 seconds left. contenders. That list included: the Detroit Pistons, Los Angelas Lakers, Atlanta Hawks and Phoenix Suns. "They can quiz the coach about 'Derrick wants to play for a contender," Coleman's agent, Harold MacDonald, said. "The 76ers have put anything," Sturm said. together a trade package to get Derrick, but they're a team that is rebuilding with some young, talented players. We are going to sit down with (76er G.M. and coach John Lucas), see what the deal is, tell them our thoughts and take rfrom there,'* Future Flames (lames Dec. 8-9 Bowl alliance makes its picks Men's PHOENIX — The NCAA Bowl Alliance has produced exactly what It wanted -- a true college football cham­ pionship game. No. 1 Nebraska (11-0) and No. 2 Florida (12-0) will meet on Jan; 2 in the Fiesta Bowl to deter­ Dr Pepper Classic Services mine the NCAA college football champion. Hair Care, Manicure, Massage, "It's as close to a playoff as we can get," UF coach Steve Spurrier said. "It worked out this year that the two W o me n * s undefeated teams are going to play in the Fiesta Bowl, and we are excited to be one of them;1 and Facials, etc. The Orange and Sugar Bowls also made their selections. 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SPRUCING UP THE PLACE — Freshman Mike Kaplan prepares for the holiday season Sophomore Brian Kenna hangs his by setting up a mini-tree in his dorm room. Christmas stocking by his room door.

WHAT A SWEET TOOTH — Brandon Zeaches sets up a candyland display in a fit of holiday cheer. ...it's that time

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j-t's that time of year again. In only semester in their college career and / a few short weeks, it will be time head home to delicious meals and to celebrate Christmas. the smiling faces of loved ones. Throughout Lynchburg, many They watch while little sister sits have already begun the task of dec­ on the floor wide-eyed as they tell orating their homes and property, somewhat inflated stories about getting them ready for the hiding under the bed during room Christmas festivites. check, climbing to new heights in Liberty University is certainly no the Vines Center and being forced exception. Arrays of blinking lights to eat food that isn't anything like strung around windows, pint-size Mom's home-cooked meals. Christmas trees and the sweet Still, there is something different strains of "I'll be home for at Liberty. There is one thing that Christmas" fill the hallways of seperates this campus from all oth­ dorms and apartments. ers. It is not only celebrating the To the Liberty student, Christmas birth of Christ on that Christmas is more than just lights and decora­ morning. tive trinkets. It is believing that same Christ A Liberty student can be found went to the cross and died for our studying for finals, watching sins so that everyone could have Christmas cartoons, going to eternal life. Coffee House and enjoying the free It is not only remembering an night of the Living Christmas Tree. event. It is the beginning of what It is a time to end yet another saved us.

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Text by Matt Cuda

CHRISTMAS APARTMENT—Off cam­ pus student, Shelley Hooper has decorated her apart­ ment to the hilt, complete with a small village.

KEEP IT STRAIGHT— «T Sophomore Brian Keena fin­ ishes posting a Christmas sign on his wall.

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