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116 Clubs/Greeks Building Strong Organizations American Society of Civil Engineers Officers for 1997-1998 ties to learn about civil engineering through field Hall. President Jason Kyler trips, presentations and speakers, and projects such Vice Pres. Rob Harbeson as the annual concrete canoe competition. Here are In addition to visiting engineering projects, ASCE Secretary Andy Parker a couple of features of the society: also invites professional engineers to come speak Treasurer Joy Ressler at our meetings. These presentations are always Adursor Dr. FoBiard The annual field trip to the Delaware Memorial quite interesting and the speakers have plenty of Bridge has already taken place, but at least one trip useful information for the society. Although their ASCE is a student-run organization of approxi- is already being planned for the spring. We will be fields and topics can be quite varied, they always mately 80 members whose purpose is to "en- going to see the new football stadium being built in have a lot to say about what is going on out hance the civil engineering student's college ex- Baltimore where the NFl/s Ravens will play next fall. there in "the real world". perience and to serve as a link with the profes- Other possibilities include Camden Yards, the Mur- sional engineering world/' We offer opportuni- phy Steel plant, and the newly constructed Gore Commuter and Off- NAACP Newark Campus Organization Collegiate Chapter COCO, which was just reorganized in 1996, has come a long way in only a year's time. Covering all students who do not reside in University owned housing, COCO tries to meet the needs of a very diverse student population. Not only did COCO start the year off hosting the "Welcome Freshmen Commuting Students" barbeque in late August, but COCO also hosted the Commuter % Off-Campus Forum % Exhi- bition, "Moving Off-Campus Next Year" info seminars, and Cocoa Mornings of hot chocolate in wintery weather at the Field House bus shelter. COCO represents stu- dent views to the city of Newark through the Town Committee and also express concern in the Robert Wood Johnson Grant, Transportation, Dining Services, and Academic Services — all of which in some way affect commuting and off-campus students at the University. COCO, most of all, likes to have as much fun as any other group on campus by attending University athletic and community events spon- sored together. In fact, before our first birthday in November, all of the members pooled their creative talents together to produce a first place homecoming banner with the theme "Coming Home To Roost." We're looking forward to many successful years to come and extensive growth in activities in not just any old student group, but one that strives for excellence everyday. Officers for 1997-1998 Melissa Hoover — President David Balseiro — Vice President Mary Sweeney — Secretary Goodwin Cobb — Treasurer Joe Sweeney — Representative/Founding Member Teaching Reading The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is the largest and oldest civil rights organization. Despite its age, new life has been brethed into the organization. This freshness began at the national level and made its way to our campus in 1993. Since Using Student tutors that time the NAACP at the University of Delaware has seen the leadership of Jeff Akalla, Brian Maurice Jones, and currently Minister Dontae Wilson continue this rejuvenation. The NAACP has helped with countless community service projects and other contributions to Newark and surrounding community. The chapter at the University of Delaware has been TRUST is an on campus organization helping university employees with their read- a leading unit of the Youth & College Division within the state of Delaware and North East ing skills. The group is closely associated with an employee services class that also Region. helps employees improve their reading skills. For 1997, the president of TRUST was Christopher Sprague, vice president Anne-Stuart Dawson, treasurer Elizabeth Winter, The success now experienced by our chapter is largely due to the visionary leadership of the and secretary Kimberly Seinson. The faculty advisor was Richie Holland. past. We are grateful for the sacrifice made and are eagerly anticipating the rewards soon to be realized. Minister Dontae Wilson, President 118 The Animal Science Club Mike Giovanelli, Danny Bell, Danielle DeJohn, Jen Daul, Kristen Lewis {President), Rachel Dempsey. Krista Kegerreis, Kim Neufeid. Susan Truehart (Vice President), Jason Johnson, Eric Keehan, Kellie O'Neill, Jaime Argo. Jory Samkoff, Heidi Iglay. Andrea Halko. Colleen Granger (Treasurer), Sara Sharp (Secretary), Mkhelle Mclain The Animal Science Club, consisting of approximately thirty members, is an affiliate of the National Block and Bridle Association. Club activities include petting zoos, hayrides, annual Ag Carnival, and field trips to variety of Farms and research facilities. This year club members take a trip to Denver, Colorado for the sev- enty eighth annual National Block and Bridal Conven- tion. Animal Science 119 Arnold Air Society Arnold Air Society is affiliated with Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC). AAS is primarily a professional, honorary, service organization. It is considered professional because the intent of its members is to become officers in the Air Force, and it helps to instill responsibility and integrity in its members. AAS is honorary because of the high standards required of the cadets who are admitted ami the challenging pledge program it holds. In addition, AAS takes part in many service projects for the community including "Adopt A High- way/' throwing a Christmas party for the children of the Emmaus House (a temporary home for less fortunate families), and grounds- keeping at the local Veteran's Cemetery. The mission of AAS is to create a more efficient relationship among Air Force officer candidates, in particular within AFROTC; aid in the development of effective Air Force officers; further the purpose, traditions, ami concepts of the United States Air Force. This is carried out by the rank and structure within the Squadron. There is a Squadron Commander and Vice Commander who act like a President ami Vice. There are other positions including. Director of Operations, Director of Support, Director of Training, Director of Public Affairs, Director of Financial Management, and Director of Information Management. A first year member without a position would be a cadet second lieuten- ant. A cadet holding a position for the first time would be a cadet first lieutenant. After that, a member can become a cadet captain unless he or she is the squadron commander who is a cadet major. Furthermore, AAS is a nationwide organization broken up into areas and then into squadrons. Representatives of the squadron meet others each year at the National Conclave to discuss matters concerning AAS. Here at the University of Delaware, our squadron is known as the Major General T. Alan Bennett Squadron, who attended the University of Delaware from 1928 until 1932. We are composed of sixteen mem- bers this year, 10 of which pledged last year. A fairly young squadron, we have one senior, eight juniors, and seven sophomores. In addition to the service projects, AAS sponsored several events for the cadet corps, including a Homecoming tailgate and ice skating. This year AAS has been very enthusiastic about helping the community and satisfied with its numerous accomplishments. The members look for- ward to welcoming new pledges this year. 120 Arnold Air Society Baptist Student Ministry The Baptist Student Ministry is led by Blake and Jenny Hardcastle. We gather together to grow in our personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and prepare ourselves to reach out to the university with the message of Jesus Christ. We meet weekly for Bible study and gather once a month for dinner and fellowship. We attend a retreat once a semester at Skycroft Maryland. There we fellowship and grow with the Baptist Student Ministry groups from the surrounding colleges in Maryland. Baptist Student Ministry 121 Black Student Union (BSU) back row, l-r: Andi Jenkins, Vi- ce-President; Jaime Maddox, Ms. BSU; Monique Alston, Rec. Secretary; Heather Tarleton, Treasurer; Monique Colclough, President; Mitsuko Clemmons, Advisor; 2nd row: Rashan Hen- ry, Fr. Class Rep.; Erin Cannon, Soph. Class Rep.; George Gibbs, Parliamentarian; Reginald Kee, Mr. BSU; Christian Garrett, Sr. Class Rep.; in front: Hasoni Im- anbe, ANI Productions, lecturer at Love, Lust | Liberation. Based in the Center for Black Culture, the Black Student Union is a political organiza- tion dedicated to enriching the lives of African-American students on campus. BSU holds many lectures, social programs, and study ses- sions throughout the semes- ter. Pictured above: BSU and CPAB on a summer retreat at Rehoboth Beach, August 1997. Pictured at right: BSU at the NY Urban League's Football Classic, Hampton v. Grambling, at the Meadow- lands Arena. CIRCLE K INTERNATIONAL PICTURED: front: Antoinette McRae, Jaime Willis (editor) middle: Jaime Sherman, Karen Bayley, Lacey Giantasio, Aaron Overman (treasurer), Mollie McCutchan (president), Katie Nopper back: Jen Schneider, Mark Edmundson (Kiwanis advisor), James Jariwala, Jen Remmes (vice president), Genae Martin (secretary), Sara Russell, Jen Hodorovich NOT PICTURED: Staci Braverman, Rebecca Curlett, Brenda Edwards, Meghann Farren, Caitlin Frank, Sally Kasting, Brian McGillen, Stephanie Rys, Christine Traynor, Danielle Struys, Megan Wallace, Nicole Whiteaway, Greg Yenoli Circle K International is the largest student-run collegiate service organization in the world. With over 10,500 members in I I coun- tries, Circle K is dedicated to service, leadership, and frienship. The Circle K club at the University of Delaware contains 27 members who donate much of their time to community service in the northern Del- aware area. Some of these projects include the Ronald McDonald House, the Emmaus House, the Delaware Food Bank, and the Mead- ows. With over 2000 hours of community service expected from the club this year, Circle K International truly makes a difference in the lives of many.