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with merit or performance shall be prohibited." "Silence on the part of the university on issues of Administration should ad intolerance for sexual minorities or anyone else tends to The wording does not define sexual orientation as an indicate complicity and tacit agreement. We sincerely irrelevant factor. If that wording had been added to the on amended anti- hope that this is not the position of Dr. Ruch and his current policy, who would decide what an irreleva~t fac- discrimination policy administration." tor is? It matters little now, as nothing was ever decided The amendment continued to collect dust for several on. This week, five years will have passed since the orig- Last week, ASBSU senators passed Resolution 8, months, until it was replaced with another. inal amendment was sent to the President's Office. As which would include sexual orientation in BSU's anti- In fall 1995 the senate passed Resolution 3 as a Dan Tidrington wrote to end his letter two years ago, discrimination policy. There must have been an reminder that "it is still our responsibility to "Dr. Ruch, we cannot wait forever." odd feeling of deja vu in the Senate Forum So m e provide a viable anti-discrimination that day. Resolution 8 represents an western higheredu- clause relevant to every individual ongoing stuggle to convince the BSU cation institutions which . and group on campus." Editorials reflect the opinions of The Arbiter's sec- administration to protect gay stu- • have.incl~de.d.s~xu.alo.rientat~o.n The following spring tion editors. dents just as it protects everyone tn the" ami-discrimination policies: President Ruch, along with else. 20 campuses of California State University COUnselAmanda Back in 1992 the ASBSU University, all 9 campuses of University of Horton, struggled Senate passed Resolution 30 to California, Colorado State University, with Affirmative IIJillD~@ encourage the late BSU Oregon State University, Portland State Action Director ~~~~~_..l..2···UL"';:21/fr.z:;E!!gijll!lJl!·.·il.1liiiiiiiiiiiiiii President Larry Selland to inl- University, University of Arizona, Betty Hecker on . . e ']ijH*iRhr&1fuEZ;;~;0'· · cude sexual orientation with the University of Montana, University of how to word the "plnlon cheaters give Generation X a worse name. . list of other protected groups in Oregon, University of Utah, amendm~nt. the university's anti-descrimina- University of Washington, According to. tion policy. Washington State University ASBSU Senate min- Years passed. Nothing was done. and Id h St t utes from its Feb. 6, a 0 a e 1996 . "~h Thanksgiving break may gain an extra day. U. . meeting, I e On Feb. 15, 1995, The Arbiter pub- niversity. University (Ruch and Horton) lished a letter from Dan Tidrington, the presi- is reluctant to use the wording 'sexual . dent of BGLAD, who made a passionate plea to orientation' but chooses to protect rights in President Ruch for a response. other ways. They (Ruch and Horton) worked A trip to Baja. Tidrington wrote, "An amendment to the University- on alternate wording to be approved by the wide non-discrimination statement specifically address- Affirmative Action office." ing sexual orientation has been sitting on Dr. Ruch's This alternate wording to protect people . 8~illBQQtenanny desk at least since November of 1994, and yet the Art students donate work to benefit AlDS. who are gay, lesbian or bisexual reads, "It is administration has failed to enact the amended non-dis- the policy of Boise State University that mak- crimination statement. ... ing decisions relating to education, employ- "We wonder if Boise State University values its com- ment, or access to programs, facilities or ser- Gymnasts set record; women's basketball munity members who are sexual minorities, and if so, vices on the basis of irrelevant factors or per- wins 2. why it does not support us .... sonal characteristics that have no connection
The Arbiter is the official student newspaper of Boise State University. Its mission is to provide a forum for the discussion of issues impacting the campu~ and the community. The Arbiter's budget consistsof fees paid by students of BSUand advertising sales. The paper is distributed to the campus and community on Wednesdays during the school year. The first copy is free. Additional copies cost ~ER S1 each, payable at TheArbiter offices. . • FIRST COpy FREE -, .' .'. NAMED BEST FOUR-YEA~ NON·~AILY TABLOID IN THE NATJON .
1910UniversityDrive,Boise, Idaho 83725 THE STAFF Editor in Chief Kate Neilly Bell Business Manager Chris Adams News Editor Asencion Phone -(208l345·8204Fax- (2G8)385-~198 Ramirez Hootenanny Editor Josh Casten Sports Editor Amy Butler H,ealth/Beauty /Fashion Editor Ariel Spaeth Out of Doors Editor Clint Miller E.mail· ••- .•.orbiter@)c.lav~n.idbsu.edu Opinion Editor KellyMillington Online Editor Mike Moore Art Director Jonathon H. Smith Photo Editor Kara Brown Ad Designer Brenda Zipfel Advertising Manager Matt . ~~1~;}~~~~4~cv~1'idbsu.edu Potte.nger Local ~dvertising Sales Sean P. Murphy Staff Writers Erin Burden, Angela .News:,News@d~v~nJdbsu.edu Colellck, J~rod J. DiCk,Mary Doherty, Matthew Haynes, Erica Hill, Mark Holladay, Seth Jaquith, Dan RobbinS, Mark Taylor Columnists Melissa Albert, Damon Hunzeker, Jennifer Ledford l~!t~r~!~~!~f~~~(~~~~'doven.idbsu.eduP.hotographers Ronny J. Grooms, Rick Kosarich, Shawn Records Cartoonists EricEllis,Brent Enterfainnient:Arts@c!avenJdbsu.edu Ir!sh Computer ~ystems Administrator Mark Holladay Circulation Emic Figueras, Uuis Al'tS ______OPINION3 THEARBITER WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1997 hasn't subsided. But I'm somewhat consoled, because I in the middle of the 0 in OJ.-just one of the many suddenly realized I know precisely what I was doing things he's done to make him my favorite murderer. My favorite when OJ. Simpson led the LAPD on that famous slow- He was found liable on all counts in the civil trial, speed chase. I was ditching his shoes in a garbage can. and perhaps that should diminish his status as my murderer Incidentally, if you're going to lead the LAPD on a favorite murderer. But it doesn't because he handled it 70-mile chase, remember to speed. Come on, pick it up. so well. He walked into court every day with a crowd of by Damon M. Hunzeker The cops are used to it. What was that 40 miles per hour unemployed folks yelling, "Killer! Butcherl Freak! crap? You suck!" OJ. simply waved and smiled. Then, during the trial, he was accused of owning a pair of the shoes Maybe this national obsession with OJ. is a waste of that left footprints at the crime scene. He said, "I time, but I'm not ashamed. For nearly a year, I was I used to be jealous of the generation that remem- wouldn't wear those ugly-ass shoes." That cracks me recumbent upon the couch, starting with the criminal bered exactly what they were doing when JFK was shot. up. In a way, my trial. I subscribe to the Kato Kaelin newsletter. Hell, I By the way, what the hell are Bruno Magli shoes, jealousy even bought the Lance Ito lunch box. anyway? Isn't Bruno Magli a professional wrestler? Or /l \) But you have to admire a guy who basically decapi- maybe he was the guy Pop eye used to fight. ! ~ tates two perfectly good people, drops his glove at the murder scene, walks to his Bronco leaving a trail of Anyway, now that OJ. is financially destitute and \/~./\ with a severely tarnished reputation, people are wonder- I ~ , bloody footprints, gets in the Bronco, smears his \ I bloody hands all over the console, throws away his ing what he'll do next. I don't know, but I have a sug- 'f: : I clothes arid the knife, drives home, takes a shower, gestion. " I I " \ ! ; shoots a few golf balls in his backyard, takes a He needs to get back into acting. So I think he should II ,"II, limo to the airport, flies to Chicago, gets arrested kill Michael Richards, the guy who plays Kramer on for the murders, spends about a year in the Seinfeld. Then, when they hold auditions for someone to l /\ '; hoosegow, writes a book, gets acquitted on all replace Richards in the Kramer role, OJ. should seize \{, I 1 charges, goes home, makes a video on how to kill the day. He would be perfect for the part. Imagine this' )1 . ! people, and then hosts a few benefits for battered scene: George, Elaine, and Jerry are standing in Jerry's women at his house. kitchen talking about George's new toupee. Suddenly, fC Well, maybe you don't have to admire him, but OJ. busts open the door, slides across the living room, \ that has to be some kind of record. throws his arms in the air and exclaims, "Whoa! That's some ugly-ass hair, George." And before he Was arrested, during the aforemen- tioned car chase, he held a gun to his head and consid- But nothing I've: said addresses the salient question: ered killing himself. That's not the funny part, though. Did OJ. really do it? Of course. Who else-Newt? He wrote a suicide note and signed it with a smiley face +-\AN61N6 -r-l-lOU6-H-rSOU'-'-O DRY.·· . - ,; { lnIe \\/findClothesline '1 There wasn't much to look at. The observatory Human beings are meant to be well-rounded. When Where were my looked dilapidated and uninteresting, so we kept walk- someone like myself-with a tendency to take on only ing. mental challenges- disregards the physical, the circle becomes distorted. Therefore, to round it out, I've decid- . hiking boots when I All the while, I thought of a topic we discussed earli- .ed to go a step further with an activity I enjoy-road er: how physical exertion affects mental sharpness. At biking. Maybe I'll even race. If I do, it won't be to win needed them? the time, we'd mainly spoken of cycling and the mental but to experience the challenge. by Kelly Millington fortitude it takes to keep going when the desire to quit Opinion Editor overrides every other impulse. When people think of competition, they seem to for- get that competition doesn't have to be between two I'm not much for sports. I like my doses of team soft- people or among groups of people. We can compete My ailing Reeboks had no idea what they were in for ball and unorganized volleyball, but usually prefer recre- against ourselves, improving our physical capabilities, this last weekend. Over two unplanned hours, they went ational exercise that doesn't hurt too much. which, in turn, sharpen our mental functions. The body from sort-of white to sadly stained. However, hiking across the foothills made me nearly aches, it wants to give up, and making it to the end looks giddy with the high of harder-than-normal exercise. My It was a beautiful, if slightly chilly Sunday. The sky impossible. That's when the mental and physical cle- lungs took in fresh air, my arms swung, my legs carried shone cerulean blue with scatterings of clean, white ments have to work together and conquer our own weak- me through slick and dry spots, and as I climbed the clouds; the sun glowed ultra-bright, and I had no sun- nesses. glasses to protect my eyes. steep hills, I thought of people who do this competitive- Competing against ourselves doesn't mean rest isn't ly, like mountain bikers. The day was perfect. allowed. While hiking we found a pile of moss-covered Why do they put themselves through such self-tor- Early in the afternoon, I set out with my friend Julie rocks above the BMX racing track near Fort Boise, and my boyfriend for a leisurely stroll through the North ture? None of us had known they were there. So we sat for a End. We planned to climb a few paved hills and take in Because of the mental and lingering physical bene- while, letting the sun soak into our skin, and looking out the view, breathe some almost-spring air, then go home. .fits. over Boise, all the way to the Owyhee mountains. It felt We did make it up a paved hill. In fact, we even ran Granted, I wasn't riding a bike at the time, but was good to rest and to let our bodies relax from what we'd part of the way. I should've brought along a bottle of working hard enough to appreciate what it would take to put them through. Just as being well-rounded requires water. At the top of the hill, I remembered my boyfriend' ride a bike up those hills. As I reached the ridge of the balance, competition requires balance, too. Sometimes once telling me about an observatory in the foothills, not steepest hill we'd climbed yet, I knew my face was red that means taking a break. far from where we stood overlooking the Federal and with exertion and a little sweaty. But when stepping From the rocks, the three of us walked back to our Capitol buildings. onto the ridge, exhilaration sweplthrough my body. I cars. I felt thirsty and tired, but my body was refreshed. loomed above the hill that had towered over me "Let's go!" I said. But before climbing into the car, I had to scrape caked moments before. I had overcome the mental reaction mud from my Reeboks. Poor things. I hadn't intended to So we climbed over a nearby guardrail into the first that tempted me to "Take the long way. It's easier." torture them with wet earth, weeds and cow droppings. I of the mud, and began traipsing through the sloppy I exercise quite a lot, through various means. But guess they'll just have to face the challenge of no longer foothills sans hiking boots. We strode over the hills, when hiking I realized I don't compete enough against being limited to aerobics. slipping occasionally on the wet trails, until reaching the myself, to round out my abilities and balance who I am. fenced-in observatory. 4 OPINION ------WEONESOAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1997 THE ARBITER purpose gymnasium area on the other. A ASBSU Views large atrium skylight will cover the central lounge circulation area. The center will ASBSU unveils preliminary plans also provide a children's nursery. for new Reel Activity Center The central gymnasium core space will contain three regulation-size basketball courts and one multi-purpose gym, allow- ~ Scott Habberstad ing more than 25,000 square feet of open n ief of Staff for ASBSU c recreation space. H Large, comfortable men's and women's One of the proposed sites for the 101,000 square foot locker facilities are planned for the other Rec/Activity Center is south of the Student Union side of the gymnasium. The locker areas Building. It will anchor a new pedestrian-oriented will accommodate all dressing and show- University Drive as described in the revised campus ering requirements for special-needs indi- master plan. viduals. '::5 The center will sport a large plaza at the intersection The other side of the gymnasium core r5 of University Drive and Lincoln Avenue. It is designed will feature a large aerobics/cardiovascu- >~-:{ to provide an indoor/outdoor meeting space with an lar multi-purpose space and five or six rac- urban sidewalk cafe atmosphere complete with chairs quetball/handball/squash courts. ::5 and umbrellas. The second level, containing a 1/8-mile a Ease of access to the facility and the social gathering running track with banked turns, and open::?: functions provide major design criteria for the center. to the gymnasium, will include racquetball =:J A cyber cafe, located at the main entry, allows people courts on the east side and end. A large, to mentally recreate by way of access to e-mail, on-line upper-level lounge will open down into services and general computer water sports (i.e. net surf- the cardiovascular weight area. This level ~ ing).The cafe will also support a limited food/beverage will also house a wing of multi-purpose lJ service menu and miscellaneous recreation-oriented and flexible classroom areas for campus retail sales. club practice and activity spaces . provide an essential component in student recruitment .A9 visitors move through the control area they will This state-of-the-art facility will prove a valuable and retention at Boise State University. see a large interior climbing wall with machine cardio- asset to BSU's overall academic furiction and hopefully vascular/weight activity area on one side, and a multi- OPINION x-T~A- .- II .... II ... • • • -- the team forever, man!' End of story. Generation X fully arrived, but I've known my fair share of cheaters and wasn't too surprised when my friend told this story. I felt disap- what does this hold for BSU? pointed and sad, The majority of us really bust our tails to get here and finish with a degree. We sacrifice at it, too. I figured it was just a freshman English paper, money, free time and sometimes time with our loved by Asendon Ramirez and how hard could that be? ones. For the most part we all try hard, but there arc News Editor I read it. It recounted how Chel had lost an uncle to a those exceptions. drunk driver. It also mentioned Mothers Against Drunk There are those here who are just along for the ride. This story is as it was related to me by a friend, an Driving and how helpful they were in teaching Chet and There arc those who do not have the common decency upper c1assman allending another of our state's fine his family to cope with the loss. to hand in their own work. There are those who arc sim- institutions: ply taking up space. And there arc those who arc just I thought I'd known Chet pretty well, so this dose of hanging out 'cause mumsy and dadsy are paying their emotion was rather refreshing. I turned and said, 'Chct, I'd just galien back to my room from the library and, man I'm sorry I didn't know.' way. as usual, the place was full of people challering away Slackers, that's what they are. They lack initiative, 'Know what?' asked Chet. and watching television. I had just finished the last of honor and perseverance. They seem content to let this 'About your uncle,' I offered. my research and felt really relieved. So, I wasn't too time float by, a!lthe while consuming the resources we annoyed at all the little freshmen my roommate had 'What uncle?' countered Chet. share with them. And they've given my generation the over. Maller of fact, I was happy to sec real people after 'Your uncle in the paper,' I said. tag-line we'll wear into the hislory books: Generation X. having spent the afternoon searching the labyrinth of our 'What the @#$% arc you talking about?' demanded "X" as in a variable, an unknown, a generation library for obscure books. Chet. described as uncaring, distracted and lazy. It's a genera- I sat down on the crowded floor and joined the mean- By now I was gelling exasperated, 'Your uncle who tion that worships the escapades of that painted-hair bas- ingless banter when the door flew open and this girl died in the @#$*&!@carcrash, you idiot!' kctball player, whose one- dimensional antics parallel comes flying into the room. Her hair is going every- their own. This generation holds Tarantino's movies in 'You dork,' piped in the woman. 'His uncle didn't where, she's got a fistful of papers in one hand and a the same reverence past generations reserve for Bogart die!' wild-eyed look upon her face. or Hoffman. It's a generation that has been taught to This was a little confusing, hut I figured Chet wasn't It's a look you get to know well after awhile. Finals worship instant gratification so much, it would do any- arc just days away and everyone was scrambling to get imaginative enough to create this paper by himself. thing to achieve that temporary happiness, including lie, through with projects and papers. You knew right away 'So your uncle died?' I asked the woman. cheat and steal. the pressure had galien to be too much and this woman 'No! You people arc impossible! Chct, l'rn just going This generation is a complete product of its past. was about to crack, in my room, no less. 10 re-type this and I'll slip it under your door tomorrow,' From the free love of the '60s, to the criminal politics of I had seen her around the dorm, but didn't know her she yelled as she ran out the door. the '70s and the big money '80s-all of them arc com- name. She charged to the far end of the room where I The conversation slipped hack into routine as if the ing hack to bite the country in the butt. was sitting and grabbed the guy next to me. His name whole exchange hadn't happened. I was feeling a little So, I guess I shouldn't be surprised when someone was Chet. dumb so I just sat there for a while until curiosity got the cheats on a simple English paper. I'm still sad, though. I 'Chet, what the @#$% do you want me to do with best of me. think I'll go dye my hair, watch a poor excuse for a rock this paper! It's already perfect! There's nothing I can do 'Then whose uncle died?' opera and steal something. That should lift my spirits. to fix it!' she screams; Chet looked at me and said,' I don't know! Dammit, I I guess I was naive. I thought Chet had asked her for got that paper from Chuck! And no, it wasn't Chuck's suggestions on improving his paper: So I offered to look uncle either! That damn paper has been floating around r-----!'1111-..------..- ...... - ...... lIII!llIII!!!!!IIII .. ------""'!!!!I_-- ...... -....",,,..,....~~~---...... ~~.c;:;,~.-~-;:;.:.:.)~-'- .... ______~ OPINION 5 THEARBITER WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12,1997 American English." What the Ebonies Misconceptions about the Ebonies issue: debate was really a~out Md School District has decided to ,1.(/ ..'; ..!\rrh~:·:'" .~~ch~· j~Cplaceof English. ne::~di~~a~~:~tt~::~r~~~ ~~it~: ~~~~~;:fU.b·y!;~~n ·;.•.:r~i~~·p~<#.i~\trying to classify Ebonies (i.e. ., . .3i~BIac:kEngli~ht::)·~peaking students as bilingual. Hunzeker. The article by Mr. Hunzeker\t~~n'L"" "'.' .' '.. . contain one iota of media integrity. TheCol~rUn., ··,~tll:~~~~i~·?~IY?lltemPting to pilfer federal and wasn't researched and failed miserably toillf()9l1 . .' . readers on the Ebonies issue. The article contains: • OlJ~I)J~)fying to create a system of perverse stereotypical examples and bigoted opinions of incentivesthat reward failure and lower standards. African-Americans. My purpose is to educate • Oakland is condoning the us~ of slang. readers on the issue of Ebonies and criticize The • Oakland has gone too far. Arbiter for what I and many others considered irresponsible journalism. . • Ebonies further segregates an already racially- .divided sch061dislrict. CONSERVATORY The OUSD (Oakland Unified School Distlict) .. in California addressed the issue ofwhySOl11eX" , :.;.~;TI1~~t~tistical evidence to support this o F R o A D w A y African-American primary and second~rYl'lttld~#~iapp~~ .\. .~~,~his approach will improve stu- were performing so poorly in school. Thes.e,staiis_deniachievement. Campus Convenience. tics, taken from the Internet, should helP~l(p~ain,,·.}~~~Ii~~~isWt.be Adopted Policy On Standard Downtown Style why there is a concern about African-ArneriC:;u:l:,cE.n~islif;.3~$~,~g~pevelopment) 2 bedroom apartments students in the OUSD: .....•....-: ·';:.'<,'Wb.~thapPe~ed to teaching our kids vocabulary • 53 percent of the total Oakland Unified .; ',words'f'Wha't'happened to having students define - 878 Sq. Ft. School District's enrollment of 51,706 is African- vocabulary words and use them in a complete sen- • Walk-In Closets American. tence? Teaching doesn't take special funding or • On-Site Laundry Facility • 71 percent of the students enrolled in Special new programs, but it docs take effort. Some peo- • Computer Center Education were African- American. ple consider teaching a career decision. I think • Covered Parking teaching is !pcmLqf a calling, like church mission- • 19 percent of the 12th grade African-: .. ,ariel!, who g~toTIiird World countries. The mis- American students did not graduate.· ••.'."c' sionaries carefodhousands of impoverished indi- • 1.80 average GPA of African-Ameo·n..·c.coa~,;viduals,...;$tu- 0 seeking••••• the reward of spiritual growth for dents represents the lowest GPA in thedjstri~t, ;helpinga.n6tb~~human being. Teachers are the These statistics do not take into accotlnlvarious •Itlissio,naries:for all of America's youth. We need social problems such as gangs, drugs, and single-oul'teacherstoj:lUt aside their shortcomings and parent homes which plague African-American sacrifice allttle bit more of themselves to educate communities. These problems are just as much to our youths. Grams blame for the poor academic performance of The article by Damon Hunzeker written in the 7J- young African-American students. But, ncvcrthe- Jan. 22 edition of The Arbiter was atrocious and Only Fat less, these statistics reflect a serious problem with extremely offensive to many African and non- Or Less the underachievement of African-American stu- African-Americans throughout campus. Mr. HMl, ..,·TlI1ooy_" .... '''' t 6 dents in the classroom. H"unze ker.reterre d to Eboniorucs as " ... the study 0f Turk8y BrelItt , ·Ibwl DeeI,,,, ·IIaIllIelle/lW-, .. RoaeOld Nidoon _, ... SWweyCWJ"1 IT~S NE~ ~ ;r:p~ U~9:'.A..e ~ u » 9\{pst:afgia Lane ~ speciaft.zing in ~ 50~s 60~s 70~s ~ ~ .. Clothing I§l .. Accessories ~ .. Hats I§l .. Jew-elry ~ .. Furniture I§l .. Gifts & Thrifts ~ AUTHENTIC VET AFFORDABLE mJ ~ :A.f-ost:argia.Lane ~ 6623 U.Sf;ic~9{tf ~ 'Boise I'D 83704 20B-327-3527-PHONE ~ 20B-327"9927-FAX (208) 322-5708 I [email protected] r------~--~------~-~~~---~----,--- THE ARBITER WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1997 ------NEWsl ·~EWSBUCKET . ORIENTAL EXPRESS Media critic, political vention, intervention and postvention. The workshop features Father Charles RUbey, a k/E SERVELUNCH AND DINNER analyst to speak at BSU nationally known expert on the subject, who will Dine In or Carry Out speak on "Issues of Pastoral Care and Suicide." To Cio Orders: Call in or Fax in Fees are $25 until March 17, and $30 at the door. • Egg Roll $ .85 Author, lecturer and political analyst Michael Space is limited 200 participants. For more infor- • 1-101 Chicken VVings 2.95 Parenti will discuss media bias and its impact on • Teryaki Chicken 3.95 mation call (208) 385-3532. • Svveel & Sour Pork 3.95 society in a lecture titled "The Myth of the Liberal • Domestic Beer .....•...... 1.50 Media" at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20, in the • Irnporl Beer 2.25 Student Union Jordan Ballroom. Telephone (208) 345-8868 Parenti argues that media ownership, advertis- ASBSUrequests F<1x(208) 345-8848 ing dollars and limited news sources create a 110 Norlh 11th Streel Boise. Idaho 83702 mediocre press. With clarity, humor and passion, nominations for Parenti discusses the myth that the American press outstanding faculty promotes an open marketplace of ideas. Through lively discussion, he challenges listeners to reeval- uate the relationship between the media and the ASBSU will sponsor the 11th Annual Faculty 10 Great ruling elite. Recognition Dinner on Wednesday, March 19, Parenti earned his Ph.D. from Yale University 1997. The Associated Students of Boise State Reasons in political science, and has taught at a number of University want students to participate in identify- colleges and universities including the State ing outstanding Boise State University faculty Why YOU Should University of New York and University of members. Nominations will be accepted for those Vermont. He speaks nationwide about the prob- faculty members who have shown remarkable ded- Choose Air Force Nursing ication and commitment to the students of BSU. lems of economic power, American democracy Challenge, opportunity, advancement, • and U.S. imperialism. Faculty may nominate other faculty with the endorsement of a student. Booksauthored by Parenti include "Land of education, training, medical, vacation, Idols: Political Mythology in America," "Inventing Students are encouraged to pick up a nomina- travel, best health-care team tion form from any of the deans' offices, SUB Reality: The Politics of the News Media," sign-on bonus* "Democracy for a Few," and "Make-Believe Information Desk, the Bookstore, the library, or Media: The Politics of Ent~rtainment." the ASBSU Office in the Student Union. "Find out more - coritact an Air Force health His incisive articles have appeared in The New All nominations should be submitted to the professions recruiter near you. Or call York Times, The Los Angeles Times, New ASBSU office in the Student Union Building no Political Science and the Harvard International later than Friday, Feb. 21,1997. 1-800-423- USAF. Review. Tickets are available at Select-A-Seat outlets AIM HIGH for $4 to the general public and free to BSU stu- Baccalaureate nursing dents, faculty and staff. -.J:'F)=- program receives NLN Health Professions re-accreditation Student-sponsored lecture addresses rape The baccalaureate nursing program at Boise State University has earned a seal of approval from prevention the accrediting body of America's nursing profes- sion. Rape remains an unpleasant fact in today's The program's re-accreditation by the National society, but the students at Boise State University League of Nursing is good for eight years. are facing the issue head-on by sponsoring a free The Boise State program was visited by a site lecture to address the issue of rape prevention. evaluation team from the National League of Maureen Marchant, a resident manager at the Nursing in October. The team recommended re- Women's Crisis Center in Boise, will present per- accreditation for BSU to the association's Board of sonal safety tips for dating situations and prevent- Review for Baccalaureate and Higher Degree ing stranger attacks at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. Programs, which approved the recommendation earlier this month. 13, in the Student Union Gipson Room. The lecture is presented by the BSU Student According to Susan E. Abbe, board secretary, the NLN based its decision on BSU's self-study Programs Board. report, information delineated in the university cat- For more information, call 385-3655. alog, the program evaluators' report and recom- mendations, and the extent to which criteria for accreditation were achieved and implemented by University offers l-day Boise State's nursing program. "We are certainly pleased for having received workshop to clergy on this recognition for the excellence of our pro- gram," said Anne Payne, chairwoman of BSU's suicide prevention Nursing Department and acting dean of the univer- sity's College of Health Science. "It confirms what Boise State University, in conjunction with the the community already knows: we have an excel- Idaho State Departments of Education and Health lent nursing program at BSU and we will continue and Welfare and the Idaho Suicide Prevention and to provide the same level of high-quality education Hotline Service are hosting a special one-day in the future." workshop from 8:30 a.m. to 4:40 p.rn., Thursday, March 20, at the Student Union Building. The workshop is specifically desgined for clergy, coro- NEWSBUCKEI ners and funeral directors, and focuses around pre- continued on Page 8 8 NEWS------:...---:...------WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1997 THEARBITER entertainment program. That includes a commit-· NEWSBUCKET ment to the educational, social, cultural, recre- continued from Page 7 ational and service goals of BSU. Honors program Award-winning poet to The director will supervise seven student pro- gramming committees and two graphic artists and director resigns teach course at BSU develop and monitor a comprehensive budget of $150,000. The director will receive a $500 per month ser- by Erin Burden Poet and award-winning author Debora Greger vice award. has been named Boise State University's next Distinguished Visiting Writer-in-Residence. For more information, call 385-1223. From the appearance of his office Wiiliam "Bill" Mech is a man Greger will teach a one-credit poetry workshop of high expectations. A computer screen sits firmly inside a tidy from 4 tu 6 p.m, Tuesdays and Thursdays from desk. Dozens of books-ranging from Shakespeare to Plato to February 25-March 20. The class will meet in the Outreach program to Darwin's The Origin of Specles and Capra's The Tao of Physics- President's Conference Room, WS 107, in the can be found around the office. Hemingway Western Studies Center. bring Naomi Judd It quickly becomes obvious why Mech was Former country music star Naomi Judd will cliosen to serve as hon- visit Boise State University Feb. 21to discuss ors program director for "The Healing Journey" as part uf BSU's "Profiles the past 26 years. But in Success" speakers series. Mech has decided to Judd will discuss her battle with life-threaten- step down and take on ing hepatitis C, a disease she contracted from an full-time teaching duties infected needle while working as a nurse. Judd is in the Department of better known as the mom in the musical duo The, Mathematics. Judds, who were among the top performers in "I would describe this country music in the 1980's and early '90s. Her as a mutual decision presentation will take place at 7 p.m. in the BSU between myself and the Student Union. administration," said The "Profiles in Success" series, sponsored by Mcch, the Outreach programs of the BSU College of After his arrival at Technology, will also feature a morning seminar BSU in 1970 Mech by best-selling author and business expert Joel promptly became Barker on March 13, as part of the program's involved with creating Premier Business Presentation series. the honors program. He Barker's book on paradigm shifting, "Future became director after its Debora Greger Edge," was named the Most Influential Business first year and also took Enrollment will be limited to 15 students. Book in America. His "Achieving Success" semi- on the responsiblities of Applicants should submit a letter of application nar will run from 8 a.m. 'til noon, Math Department chairman between 1975 and 1980. Later, he became president of the National Collegiate Honors Council, which that explains their interest in and goals for taking Tickets are available through Select-a-Seat out- serves as the basis for the organization at Boise State since 1988. He the course. Eight to 10 pages of writing, preferably lets. The cost for one ticket to the lecture by Judd now serves as Executive Secretary/Treasurer ofthe NCHC. Mcch poetry, should be included. Submit portfolios to is $35. Call Select-a-Seat at 385-1496 to order has also been repeatedly chosen as a Distinguished Faculty Member Jan Widmayer, 385-1233, in the BSU English tickets by Visa or MasterCard. The price for by Top Ten Scholars at BSU. Department. Barkers seminar is $129. Since Mech's involvement the guidelinesand standards for honor Greger is the author of nine books of poetry The Profiles in Success speakers series is spon- student admittance have been raised. Currently a student must including The 1002 Night, Off-Season at the Edge sored by television staticn KTVB, radio station achieve a GPA of 3.5 instead of the previous 3.3. This requirement Of the World and Desert Fathers, Uranium KBOI and the Idaho Statesman. Daughters. has dropped BSU membership from around 500 to approximately Since 1985, Greger has taught at the University 300 students. of Florida where she is an English professor. She Recently the honors program entered into a contract to begin has twice been Visiting Distinguished Poet-In- Pre-employment publishing the Peterson's.Guide to Honor Programs ill American Residence at Wichita State University. Colleges and Universities to inform prospective students about hon- Greger is a recipient of three National Education Preparation ors programs at BSU and other colleges and universities nationwide. Endowment for the Arts awards and a John Simon Program offered The Kettering Foundation, which supports research, has also Guggenheim grant. She also won the Literature approached the NCHC and may help produce a National Issues Award from the American Academy and Institute Forum pamphlet to focus on honors seminars and others issues of of Arts and Letters, the Grolicr Prize and the A program designed for adults feeling insecure concern to universities. Discovery/The Nation Award. about entering or re-entering the job market will In the future, Mech looks forward to teaching abroad for a semes- be offered by the Center for New Directions at She has had more than tOO' poems published in ter or two, (or experience and to sharpen up on one of the three for- Boise State University in February. a variety of periodicals including the New Yorker, eign languages he speaks fluently; Because the university is propos- The Nation, American Poetry Review, Poetry The center is a unit of the BSU College of ing the creation of an honors college, Mech believes a new person Northwest and The Paris Review. Technology. with fresh ide~s and energy would present a more appropriate The Pre-employment Education Preparation choice. program is for those unsure of their goals regard- "The most enjoyable part of this is dealing with the students, ing potential employment or who may need to many of whom come in without any real idea of what their capabili- Deadline for SPB improve their communication and coping skills. ties are. To watch them grow and develop, and reach higher than PEP will also help program participants gain they originally imagined they could, has been the most enjoyable director is approaching self-esteem, conquer self-defeating behavior, part of working with the honors department," said Mech. broaden career choices, discover new interests and Mech hopes to use technology, such as computers, in the class- Boise State students are encouraged to apply talents and handle finances. room because he believes they are powerful tools. He will also for the position of Student Programs Board direc- The class is free of charge to eligible adults and encourage higher order thinking skills and involve group activities tor, The deadline is 5 p.rn. Friday, Feb. 14. A com- will be offered on Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to in his new courses. Mech plans on staying at BSl! for at least anoth- plete job description and applications are available noon for nine weeks beginning Feb. 19 and run- er 10 years before retiring from the Math Department, but as for this at the Student Activities Office located in the BSU ning through April 16. Participants may enter summer he will take some time for himself. Mech wants to spend Student Union. every third Wednesday. Instructors will be time with his grandchildren, wife, and a few interesting books The Student Programs Board Director is a Counselors from the Center for New Directions. before returning to his shelves of books on calculus, abstract alge- member of the SPB executive board which is For more information call the Center for New bra, and topological vector spaces. responsible for the development and management Directions at 385-3126 or 467-5707, extension of a multifaceted and comprehensive campus 4721 in Canyon County. , . THE ARBITER WEDNESDAY,FEBRUARY' Z '997 ------:----:------.;..NEWS 9 .' CAMPUS REP Student Organizations WANTED III 'n:" ~~I is seekilg an enef08t1c. enlJeprenetrIaJ student lor lIIe position 01 campus rep. No saJes involved. Place advertlsiIII on buHetiI boards lor companies sucIi as reach out to students American Express and Mlcrosolt. Great part-time job earnings. Choose yOIIf own hours; 4-8 hours per week requied. eat ~'::e="CcMp. with mixed results 4012ndAV8IIIIWtst. SBde. WA98119 (.) W.zG4 ElL 4444 , by Asencion Ramirez who stopped by to talk were curious about already busy acting as a peer advisor for the ------~------the club but not really interested in joining. Asia University at America Program, trea- She felt it was worth her club's time any- . surer for the Asian and American way. Association, and carrying 15 credits. It's a common problem at non-traditional schools: how do you get people involved? "You have to do everything possible to Lisa McDonald, Performing Arts Student Activities takes a shot at 'alleviating get peoples' attention. This is when you get Coordinator for Student Programs Board, the problem by sponsoring a student organi- people who are genuinely interested, even if spent a half-hour at her organization's booth zation fair once a semester. it is only two or three more members," said and recruited one person to sign up. Around 50 clubs came together on VVednesday, Feb.5, in the SUB Hatch Ballroom to show- case information on themselves and recruit new mem- bers. "Hit the Jackpot" was the theme this semester as the fair moved indoors. Many clubs offered games of chance or sold baked goods in order to raise funds. BOISE STAff UNIVERSITY 342,2110 Though the event 670 S. 15th Street • Boise and its theme are coordinated by Student Activities, it remains entirely up UIIL to the clubs to draw .IIRTSLEA(J~ attention to them- rnoro BY RONNY GROOMS selves and staff their "I think the fair was effective. It.was kind booths. Diana Garza of Student Activities Torres. of nice that it was held in a room where peo- says that participation in clubs sometimes David Frisbee, a freshman majoring in ple who were genuinely interested could seems down because students arc becoming athletic training, took the opportunity to sign come by. I like the way it was held this more discriminating with their time and a new housing contract for the next school time," said McDonald. what groups they join. year. He didn't join any organizations and However, McDonald also said she can't Juana Torres, secretary of the was looking for a larger selection of fraterni- recall ever having recruited and actually Organizacion of Estudiantes Latino ties. retained anyone at the fairs. She blames this Americanos and treasurer of the Inter-tribal' Nicole Sharp, a junior majoring in history on the fact that the university is a non-tradi- Native Council, spent an hour and a half at and secondary education, wasn't planning tional campus. She spent some time at the OELA booth. She got two people to sign on attending the fair, but says she was another university, one with a more tradi- up for the club's Cinco de Mayo celebration dragged into it by a friend. She also didn't tional composition, and recalls there were and sold two others raffle tickets for T-shirts join any organizations. Shesaid she was many more people volunteering. bearing the club logo. She says most people Turkey Day break may be extended .by Asencion Ramirez and his cabinet, and that could happen as Minerva Gutierrez, a freshman wanting News Editor soon as this week. ' to major in nursing, likes the idea of getting "I kept getting called on the subject and an extra day to return to her hometown of Hermiston, Ore. "It's good. You don't feel Who says a little hard work doesn't pay notified to try and change it," said Thomson. The length of the Thanksgiving Break was like you spend one night and then have to off? Not ASBSU Senator-at-Large TJ. come back the next day," said Gutierrez. Thomson, whose lobbying efforts will likely one of the first issues he tried to change Before Thomson began his work he turn the VVednesday before Thanksgiving upon becoming a senator. looked at around 30 other schools and Day into a travel day. Originally university officials believed researched their policies on breaks. What he Thomson sponsored a bill before ASBSlJ Wednesday afternoons would afford most students enough time to get to their home- found was that a majority gave anywhere last year that would change the length of the from three days to the entire five-day school hrcak. ASBSU approved it. The university's towns in time to carve the turkey. However, Thomson felt that students who lived further week off. He originally pushed for a five- Calendar Committee and Faculty Senate day break, but compromised when the gave it their respective stamps of approval away needed extra time to travel through the unpredictable fall weather. During breaks Faculty Senate proved reluctant to consider last semester. The final hurdle is gaining that. approval from BSU President Charles Ruch .Thornson himself commutes to (dahl>Falls, located in eastern Idaho. _____ --'- ~ __ __:.... --- WEDNESDAY,FEBRUARY12,1997 tHE ARBITER 10 COVER a good career may not be so A success story. slim. Hardly anyone finds their ideal position right off the bat, says Richard Rapp, director of In the large kitchen designed the BSU Career Center, because for a left-handed chef, Steve "many jobs are open to a lot of Lively sautes chicken and veg- majors." etables. . "Let's say you graduate in "This is our dinner tonight," philosophy," theorizes Rapp. he says, smiling at his wife, "What's in your field?" Rapp's Kathy. believes if a student is happy The funny part is, they will with the job she finds after grad- be eating that dinner somewhere uating, she hus succeeded. It else-home. Surrounded by doesn't matter whether her job spices, large counters and sinks, directly correlates to the degree metal pots and serving tubs, she earned, but whether that Steve looks around the double- degree helps apply additional . garage sized building that hous- knowledge to her career. es his business and says, "I can Rapp takes a non-traditional take this kitchen and feed up to stance toward college degrees. 450 people at one time." He doesn't refute their necessi- BSU's culinary arts program ty, but feels students are often can count Steve, co-owner of A criticized for not working in Lively Chef Catering, as one of fields that clearly utilize their its high-profile successes. A degrees. thriving business that has taken "Traditional points of view several years to perfect, A are expanding," he says. "The Lively Chef caters meals for US world of work is changing so Bank, Micron and Hewlett fast, and [when we survey post- Packard. Steve's greatest graduate students in jobs], we accomplishments so far include don't even judge whether it's in catering for Ross Perot, the their field. Should we try to Boise Zoo's Feast for the Beast, push people into their field?" and a St. Luke's picnic for Rapp asks. 4,500 people. PHOTOS BY KARA BROWN He gives the example of a Although cooking has been a Lake. The convention doesn't can't immediately get a job one day!" student who graduated with a life-long interest, Steve says he take place until May, but Steve doing whatever it is they ulti- Aside from Kathy and Gary, degree in secondary education, probably wouldn't have plans ahead to ensure the party mately want to do, they should Steve hires many part-time and was later judged as not hav- attempted catering if it hadn't will live up to the reputation be willing to accept a job in a employees to help cater at par- ing succeeded in the business been for the Culinary Arts pro- he's earned. related field with the goal of ties. He even took an intern world. The student accepted a gram. either doing well in this new from Oregon for six weeks last job as a youth leader in his field or gaining the experience "That's where I got my year. He would now like to church. Working with adoles- roots," he claims. And it wasn't necessary that will allow them weigh the advantages of offer- It's not all bad cents was something he as easy as people seemed to to obtain the job that they origi- ing internships to culinary arts enjoyed, and the student wanted think. "My class began with 27 nally wanted." -s-Howard students. As of yet, he doesn't "The best advice I can give an education degree to further people," Steve says. "Three of Lincoln, Chairman of Nintendo know whether interns would be to recent graduates is that they his understanding of young peo- us graduated." of America (from First Job, paid or not. must understand we're living ill ple. Great Job) The program taught more "I don't mind helping some- a tough and cruel world, but it When the Career Center than great recipes. Over two one else, and at the same time is a world where people who counted that student as having years, Steve also learned how to they're helping me," he says. work hard will achieve success. Statistically, a graduating been successfully placed, Rapp design a kitchen, wrestle with student's chances of finding the A Lively Chef's next big I think youllg people today don't was questioned for including a food costs to keep them as low perfect job may look bleak. But, project will be the Harley understand how mucli flexibility youth leader with a degree in as possible, and run a business. in reality, the chances of landing Davidson convention at Warm they have in their lives. If they secondary education. Some of During this time, Steve worked Rapp's colleagues felt the stu- at Marriott, first as a chef, then dent was not a success because as a caterer. he wasn't using his degree for When he graduated from the teaching. Rapp had to explain culinary arts program several that, in his view, success and years ago, Steve opened the failure aren't determined by Capitol Diner with his wife, one's choice of degrees versus Kathy. That venture didn't last appropriate career placement. long, however, because "the The example of the youth restaurant limited catering," worker doesn't mean earning a says Kathy. "Both Steve and degree in one field means stu- Gary's expertise is in catering." dents will find careers in com- Gary Hanes is Steve's business pletely different areas. On the partner. contrary, Rapp says, "What we A Lively Chef continues to know is there arc some majors grow by word-of-mouth adver- which are pretty conducive ... tising and "good quality and to their field." He uses account- good service," Steve says. ing as an example, saying that Steve, Kathy' and Gary cater an accounting student has to use between 12 and 15 parties per her degree eventually. week and, Steve laughs, "Once we had seven parties to do in THEARBITERWEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12,',997 ------:------.,;....---COVER 11 Steve Lively adds success is The stats Don't let determined boYhow hard stu- statistics get dents work toward goals: "You Data from departments get out of it what you put into • throughout campus reflect In your way it." Rapp's points concerning balance. For example, each, For information Ol/ career "From now on, learning is a year the Career Center choices, COl/tactthe BSU Career life-long experience," says sends surveys asking grads Center at 385-(747. .about their success after Richard Rapp. "You don't grad- school. Here are the results uate and say, 'All I have to do is from two different depart- work." ments: Bud Konheim, CEO of . Modern Languages Nicole Miller Inc., says if stu- Results for the survey in dents are determined to pursue the Modern Languages their goals, they can do any- Department show the four thing. Spanish majors from the "Having a successful career '95-96 graduation year as is all about continuously build- successful. ing and seizing opportunities," Four may not sound like he shares in First Job, Great Job. much in terms of numbers, "You have to be patient, dedi- but Modern Languages is a cated and continue increasing small department. Lori your skills." Dawkins, senior secretary with the department assures "There will be lots of Spanish grads before long STUDENTS because the department is EARN WHILE YOU STUDYI implementing upper-divi- New donors earn $20 today sion classes." ($15 first visit plus $5 for student 10) The Career Center's sur- for your blood plasma donation! vey shows one Spanish Come visit our clean facility major attends graduate and meet our friendly staff. school at the University of Bring friends. and earn an additional New Mexico, another is $10 per friend that donates. applying to the Peace Your plasma saves lives! ' Corps, the third works for .AMERICAN BIOMEDICAL BSU's Financial Aid 1021 Broadway Office, and the fourth works Tue & Wed 10~7pm Call for Boise Cascade. Frl & Sat s-spm 338-0613 Information on French internships and electives. Both and German graduates is Balance skills, opportunities fulfill the need for unavailable, as they did not ", ..'.'ONV I~Un'rJlDO opportunities experience, especially since respond to the follow-up survey. company training positions are College of Technology Rounder Recording Artist nearly extinct. Each year, the State Division ...... In today's world, Rapp "We now only have jobs for of Vocational Technical ~'(\e believes, skills in both technical someone who knows what's Education requires the College · .... REBECCA SCOlT DECISION education and liberal arts arc going on," he says. "It's because of Technology to submit success necessary. of world competition and the and failure rates. .•...... ~ ~ ~ . increasing demand for immedi- "You're going to need some Some figures from the end of ate returns. Employers want UPSTAIRS ' .. '~ ~~~ technical skills to get that first 1996 report the following: job, but adaptive skills are nec- employees to contribute to the • 24 of 25 approved applied • DOWNSTAIRS ... JfIm-r-cUlUSJfS essary, too," he says. Adaptive organization now. They don't ~ technology programs had 75 ...... •...•...... •.. skills, Rapp points out, are those want to have to train for six percent or more of their students pertaining to research and criti- months or a year." UPSTAIRS ~ ~ ~~ achieve at least a 2.0 GPA in cal thinking. And who said students have their required technical courses. Unfortunately, though, not to go to school full-time until DOWNSTAIRS Jflm '1'OUlUSJfS • the average completion rate every graduate enters a success- they earn degrees? Many choose (over a period equal to 1 1/2 ...... ful career because of the college to hold part- or full-time jobs times normal program length) degree she earned. Rapp tells of while taking fewer credits, · .... Jam Session with across 23 applied technical pro- 'some alumni who visit him, simultaneously gleaning educa- REBECCA SCOTT grams was 64 percent. reporting how they hate their tion and on-the-job experience...... •...... career field, mostly because it However, Rapp cautions; • the average positivetermi- has changed drastically since "There needs to be balance. nation rate was 84 percent. · .... Jam Session with they graduated. Some people get too involved in Rhonda Miracle, the col- jOfW -ft-.AAJ5E3.J lege's student services coordina- However, Rapp says, the working." Therefore, he says, •••••••••••••••••••••• !t •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• good news is "both our studies instead of concentrating on tor, says vocational programs and the Outcomes Assessment either vocational education or are largely successful because ',: ... FAT JOHN & TIE TIlEE 51115 Office report that virtually every liberal arts, "It's some of both. "the focus of our program is , student grad has found a job Both give you the skills to keep hands-on, short-term training." within six months and is reason- you employed and adapting to ably happy." an ever-changing world." The key to finding the field ''!f' one enjoys, Rapp says, lies in , I 12 HOOTENANNY __ ------'--,....-,-----:----WEONESOAY, FEBRUARY12, 1997 "THEARBITER • ....,....._~• •.. A CAR" N I V A. L 0 F S 0 R T S artist pushes the bo~ndaries of quiltmaking by shifting from the bedroom to'the gallery wall. Frequently, art quilters borrow techniques and materials from other media such BAM!!! as painting, photography and printmaking to bring greater levels of self- expression and vibrancy to the quilts' surface. The Boise Art M'useum will present "Crossing Boundaries: Contemporary Art The quilts in this exhibit reflect the personal vision of each of the 39 artists. Quilts", a display of 39 quilts considered as works of art. The exhibition, on display Together they encompass the total spectrum of the larger art quilt movement including starting tomorrow through April 6, celebrates the emergence of contemporary art varied styles, techniques and themes as well as diversity of artistic vision. Unlike most quilts from an old and revered tradition. It attests to the crossing of a boundary contemporary art exhibitions that spotlight the artists' most current work, "Crossing between the old and new, between craft and art. Boundaries" presents some of the strongest work produced by its members over the past few years. In terms of their production, art quilts do not vary significantly from their conven- tional counterparts. However, when it comes to function, they part ways. The tradi- In conjunction with "Crossing Boundaries", BAM also features a selection of quilts tional quilt was intended to serve as a decorative bedcover. But the contemporary quilt created by members of the Boise Basin Quilters, a Treasure Valley group. The Boise Art Museum, located downtown in Julia Davis Park, is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.rn, to 5 p.m., and week- ends from noon to 5 p.rn. Admission prices cost $3 gen- eral, $2 for seniors and college stu- dents, $1 for chil- dren in grades 1- 12, and no charge for children under six and BAM members. COLOR BLOCK #22 BY NANCY CROW SOLALA BY LINDA FOWLER ragtime piano and started his first band. In 1924, Ellington moved to New York City Ellington exhibit opens in Boise and became a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance, most notably during his three- year stint at the Collon Club. While there, Ellington developed his style and gained by Josh Casten popularity in the music community. He was eventually able to cross racial lines and perform in halls that had not allowed blacks to enter, let alone perform. Hootenanny Editor Through radio shows and albums, Ellington became famous and toured the world with his band, landing down in 65 different countries with more than 20,000 pcrfor- The, legacy of Duke mances over the course of his long career. Ellington arrived at the Boise Public Library on Ellington remains legendary for the talent he was able to allractto his orchestra and Feb. 6 in an exhibit titled he often ~rote music to highlight the individual talents of the performers in his band. "Beyond Category: the Although Ellington was primarily a jazz musician, his collection of 2,000 composi- Musical Genius of Duke tions included short instrumental works, suites, popular songs, liturgical works and Ellington." The exhibit motion picture scores. Many critics and music historians feel Ellington is the greatest _ .. gill offers a scaled-down travel- 'all-around musician America has ever produced. ing version ofthe collection The exhibit will stay on display at the Boise Public Library until March 20. normally on display at "fm""".:;;',dthe.Smithsonian Museum.in Washington, D.C., as part of the "America's Jazz Heritage" collec- tion. Boise .is'one of only 29,cities t.ohost the display. Opening cere- monies were held last Friday. Ellington was born and raised in A COLLEUIONOF ELLINGTON BIOGRAPHIES PlIOTO BY KARA BROWN Washington, D.C., where he learned to love MUSICIANS GIVETHE OPENING NIGm CROWD A TASTE OF ELLINGTON'S MUSiC " , PHOTO BY KARA BROWN " ,,A , THE ARBlTERWEONfSOAY, FEBRUARY12, 1991 ------'------__ HOOTENANNY 13 . BSU artists do.their part by Josh Casten BSU art students and professors had art work on dis- play at Flying M downtown over the weekend as part of the fourth annual "Valentine for AIDS", an art exhibit and silent auction to raise funds for AIDS education and treatment. 'fhe exhibit was also par of downtown Boise's First Thursday menu of acitivities.For many of the BSU students, it was their first art show and a great chance to have their work displayed in pu?lic, especially for a good ~ause: "I've had friends who've died of AIDS, and friends who are living with it now," says art student Kathy Walton. "lthink it's important (or people to do what they can to get involved in things they believe in, rather than wait to be recruited by groups. [Getting involved in th, exhibit] was just a matter of a piece and taking it down there." Some of theBSU artists who displayed work include Linda Lanegan, Rick Jenkins, Michael Cordell, James Large, Penny Pennell,Kathy Walton, Ariel Spaeth and professor Laurie Blakeslee. Ultra Lounge sparks revival You know lounge music. If not by name, you recognize it by the quick rhythms, thumping bass, brassy flourishes and vocal tracks featuring a whole lot of "shooby dooby doobys." With Hollywood now showcasing lounge music in many newer films such as Swingers, lounge is experiencing a big renais- sance": The definitive lounge experts arc those folks at Capitol Records, with their Ultra-Lounge series. The first volume, entitled Cocktail Capers is available in some markets in a faux-leopard skin cover. Cocktail recipes for the novice mixer arc also includ- ed, furthering the connection between lounge music and the per- fect party. The mu-sic contained is designed to serve as a backdrop for the "rnondo space-age bachelor pad a go-go." Songs like "Hey! Bellboy!" and "Teach Me Tiger" percolate with jazzy flair. Familiar standards like the "Pink Panther Theme" and "Bings Banga Bongo" are send-Ups guaranteed to make. you appreciate the form. Steve Allen's "This Could Be the Start of Something" practically bursts at the scams with euphoria. Other volumes in LOU BARLOW the series include. "Mondo Exotica'vand "Saxophobia." Like a Alterna-hunk Lou Barlow and the rest of Sebadoh will serenade the Valentine's night crowd at West Park Event Center Friday night. .".. " .: James Bond martini ("Shaken, not stirred,") and a fat cigar, lounge Also: Elizabeth Blin, who has played herunique mix of boss a nova and blues allovertown, swings music isback iii a big way. by for-a performance at the SUB today at noon. . . Enjoy it while you can. Shoveljerk will make a return visit to B?ise next Friday at the Neurolux. More details forthcoming ... < •• - ...... ~_ .... --"--~_.-:---~-_ •• - •• _ •• ' -- -- -_ ...... ;.- ._._._ .... _.~ - - 14 HOOTENANNY------~__:__~---~---~-- WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1997 THEARBITER he wasn't there didn't surprise too many New Edition audience members. About this time a few more ticket holders colored in the empty by Erica Hill blocks of seats and looked somewhat per- Staff Writer plexed at the vacant faces of the specta- tors around them. New Edition's recent Boise performance was gener- Those who stuck through the intermis- ally not expected to be a once in a lifetime exhibition, sion were fully rewarded. A video screen especially considering the reported absence of Keith dropped from above the stage, showing Sweat and the rumored absence of Bobby Brown. It video clips from the old days of New seemed no that wonder Boise, of all places, was sched- Edition. But after flashing the six names uled as the screw- up location, given the pathetically low of the members-Ronnie DeVoe, Michael attendance for the show. In fact, local radio station Bivins, Ricky Bell, Ralph Trevsant, Magic 93.1 was practically handing out free tickets in Johnny Gill, and of course Bobby the Pavilion parking lot before the show. Brown--only five members appeared on Disappointment set in even further when opening stage. hand 702 tried desperately to rile the crowd. The female The rumor of Bobby Brown's trio failed miserably. The Pavilion looked like a river A.W.O.L. had been confirmed. With an half full of sleeping ducks. After about four short songs, obvious hole in the stage, nobody made a thirty minute intermission brought spirits down even an outright attempt to disguise the fact. In more. People sitting in their seats simply looked bored. fact, the remaining members even pro- During a rendition of one of their newest numbers, nunced him missing and offered a viable explanation: it Finally the much-anticipated B1ackstreet made their Bobby Brown walked nonchalantly on-stage, surprising was his birthday. . appearance, sporting bright blue vinyl jackets. Their even his fellow band members. Even more surprising immediate slip into serenading ballads certainly melted Despite Bobby Brown, the band's performance still was the appearance of Bobby Brown's wife,Whitney the ladies in the crowd into an irreversible state of lust. sounded like the original New Edition. Only this time Houston, who sang "Happy Birthday" to her husband. Complete with roses for those in the audience, and they were all grown up. This led Bobby Browninto his '80ssmash, "My stacked and packed pectoral muscles, B1ackstreet pro- New Edition not only performed as a group, but their Prerogative," and put New Edition into Boise history as vided a much more effective warm-up for the female break-off solo careers were also displayed. Singing old one of the best concerts this city has ever experienced. members of the crowd. The band also riled up the male hits such as BBD's top ten "Poison" demonstrated the Despite the shoddy beginning of this concert, the attendants as well by closing off their set with the ever- individual skills of each member which, when com- dedication New Edition and, especially Bobby Brown, popular "No Diggity." bined, provide for a talent-filled group. showed their fans was far more impressive than any Another ridiculously lengthy break between Symbolizing their actual reunion, the members of laser light show or dramatic stage performance. These Blackstreet and New Edition highlighted the delinquen- New Edition reunited on stage singing old hits including boys were real and cared for the fan's money's worth, cy of another opening performer, Keith Sweat. No "Mr. Telephone Man" and their newest smash" I'm Still something you just don't see every day. explanation for his absence was given, but the fact that in Love With You." to add lyrics and her trademark vocals. Parish's sparse, haunting music, mostly acoustic with a CD Briefs few barbed electric guitar flourishes, forms a perfect background for Harvey. Her voice, as usual, ranges from a low growl to wailingfalset- John Parish and Polly to, often in the same line. Her lyrical edge is still sharp, with lines. like "If he took mel I would Jean Harvey/ Dance hold him up to the light/ Like a god or a good- luck charm or a vice." Highlights include "That Hall at Louse Point Was My Veil" and "Urn with Dead Flowers in a PJ Harvey's longtime guitarist John Parrish Drained Pool." Prone to tuneless drifting, but wrote a batch of tunes, and convinced Polly Jean still a must for PJ Harvey fans. Joen Osborne/ Early Recordings A gutsy collection Of mostly live material from Osborne's New York City club days, playing in the same crowd as Blues Traveler and Spin Doctors. "His Eyes Are a Blue Million Miles" and "Billie Listens" come from her independent EP Blue Million Miles. The' performances bear the trademark of live recordings-applause, pre- touches like distorted vocals, sampling and elec- song banter and the occasional screw-up-but the grit and power of tronic drums form the foundation for the bulk of James/ Whiplash Osborne's voice is definitely at the forefront. Relish did a poor job the material, but with some uneven results. One of the better folk-pop bands around of capturing just what she can sound like when she's really belting it "Greenpeace" has a wandering verse section, but returns with Whiplash. Some of the material out, but it's all here. The richness of her voice and earnest delivery a thumping dance-floor chorus that works resembles older hits like "Born of Frustration" hearken back to Aretha Franklin and Etta James, with a strong hint because of its focus on melody. "00 to the Bank" and "Laid," but the band has taken a cue from of that scratchy-voiced hippie soul singer Janis Joplin, probably the suffers from a one-dimensional sound and inane their compatriots U2 and changed up their act a last white woman who could let it rip like this. lyrics .."Avalanche" is probably the best melding bit. Aggressive drum work and distorted guitars of the two styles. A good effort to step out from now dominate the great melodies of "Tomorrow" the crowd, but neither edgy enough to work as and "Lost A Friend," and it's a great combina- ...... •...... industrial, nor musically interesting enough to tion. But that's just the beginning. Industrial satisfy their old fans. - .,··---·1 I THEARBITER WEONfSOAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1991 ------HOOTENANNY 15 Dring's "Danza Gaya" offers a short, simple, Liner Notes happy tunc. Belfy has taught oboe and music history at Comedian Jennie McNulty BSU since 1983. Ravitskaya is completing her master of music in piano performance at BSU fiiVE1?~S! performs at BSU Feb. 14 I I V GREAT GIFI' IOfA where she studies with piano professor Del Parkinson. A former resident of Russia, she immi- : % ,.1""",-V_:'_NG_LESS_DIS1JlNCE_ grated to the U.S. in 1995. Tickets cost $5 general, $3 seniors, with no I charge to BSU students, faculty and staff. Call 385-3980 for more information. : R ITIIANSPARfNCIES 1'--'---'"'"'-'- I . Del Parkinson and Jeff Shumway 6 to perform Feb. 22 I kinko s' I I The new way to office: I kinko·s· Ilmlt cte ""I"n pel pe"", per .gr. RIGUIAR 1'111(1$1.95IA(H. (Opr I OPEN 24 HOURS As part of Boise State University's Faculty IMN1I1JlAilOHAVMlABllATEXIRA(HARGE Vd." Kilk" 691 Soo~ 7 DAYS A WEEK I(~IoIlIIvd.•BoI.e.ldo\o~"Iion",~.H"""I'Il.e. h~'~F""uOY1B·1 (208) 331-5100 Artists Series, duo pianists Del Parkinson and Jeff ... 1991. HOlv~idll(oojlJl(tionwithonyother~(t\Jnl. oHef01 lOUpoo. Shumway will perform a concert comprised of ,.------~-'------~ Live Music 7 Nights A Week i-LUES 1010 Main Street 345-6605 lf cupid hasn't' struck your heart this 1 http://netnow.m'icron.neV-bluesbou ., . ,. Valentine's Day, let comedian Jennie McNulty ' . 5 pm • John Cugno & Neighbor Dave tickle your funny bone. McNulty"will provide the • Blues.DUDES - 9:15 prn- UmE CHARliE & THENIGHTCATS- $5 opening act for Girls Night Out, an evening of .. ' . laughter and dancing starting at 8:30 p.rn. Friday, Every Thursday- HOOCHIE COOCHIE MEN· No Cover Feh. 14, in the Student Union Jordan Ballroom. $1.50 well drinks . McNulty, an avid sports fan, puts a feminine .. . .twist on the usually male- dominated world -of S pm - Jesse & Ron BROTHER MUSIC POWERHOUSE sports. She isn't afraid to speak her mind and poke Conga with your valentine ., fun at everything from song lyrics to life in space. ., Wowl R&B, blues & funk - SAM lEE BAND Tickets from the dance and comedy show cost .. .. Brahms material, commemorating the lOOth $3 for women and $5 for men. Tickets arc avail- Red White & Blues ·'ACLU BENEFIT· 6 bands @ 7pm • $5 able at the door. anniversary of the composer's death. The concert -, will take place on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 7:30 p.m. · .. Girls Night Out is sponsored by BSU's Student 9:15 pm Happy Hour All Night! • No Cover Programs Board. in the Morrison Center Recital Hall. Blue Monday Jam - For more information call 385-1448. The program will include "Five Waltzes," .. . : "Variations on a Theme (Haydn)" and "Sonata." Every Tuesday- HOOCHIE COOCHIE MEN· No Cover Parkinson, a music professor at BSU, and $1.50 well drinks Oboist Jeanne Belfy to perform Shumway, a music professor at BYU,.have been on BSU Faculty Artists Series performing together for more than a dozen years. Tickets arc $5 general, $3 seniors and free to WHAT ARE YOU Boise State University music professor Jeanne BSU students, faculty and staff. Call 385-3980. WAITING FOR Belfy, oboe, along with graduate piano student - AN INVITATION? Irena Ravitskaya, will perform on the BSU Faculty Artists Series on Friday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 Log Cabin Hosts four readings in February and March We've got a great shop and p.m. we've been waiting for you! The recital includes music never before per- formed live in Boise. 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March 7-Lance Olsen, Idaho's and entertaining: Writer-in-Residence and author of four nov- We have posters, T-shirts, calendars, fantasy/SF art books, games, els and a collection of short stories, gaming miniatures, and much more. "Scherzi's, I Believe." * Ask about our Frequent Flyer Club * The Log Cabin Literary Center is a SO COME DOWN - YOU'RE INVITED statewide gathering place for writers and death. lt forms a complete second movement of an, readers dedicated to the art, craft, and busi ness of oboe concerto that was never finished. The British writing. Located between the Boise Public Library New Mythology , composer Malcolm Arnold's "Sonatina" is a and the Boise River, the center is an educational Comics & Science Fiction humorous piece and Henri Dutilleux's "Son ate pur facility devoted to expanding the writer's art Hautbois et Piano" was composed in a typical through readings, workshops,a listening room, t 725 Broadway, Boise' •. 3/4 mi. south of BSU French neoclassical style with some progressive letterpress and publications. Open Mon, Wed - Sat. 11 - 6 • Sun. noon - 6 harmonies and complex rhythms. Madeline Admission is $4 general and $2 Log Cabin , 344-6744 ·- ---.-:; --..... -..,.",---. ...._-_ ...... -.._--~ ...--- 1600D ______--:..... __ WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12,1997 THE ARBITER II II In er In few minutes the rain was coming down, soaking us to by Clint Miller had any guns or drugs. We must have looked innocent, Outdoors Editor because they always believed us. the bone. It started getting dark before we got to Scam mons When the rain came out, the whales decided to come out, too. We started playing whale hide and seek. The It was the last week of winter vacation and a group of Bay, our first destination. Driving at night was danger- whale would blow through its blow hole and we would daring individuals went sea kayaking. They traveled ous. The road was one-lane, and one ear pulled over to spot it. The pilot of the boat would head in that direc- down to Mexico, to the Baha peninsula, for the adven- let the other pass. When the 18-wheeled, big rig trucks sped by in the tion, slowly as to not scare the whale. The whale would opposite direction, stick its head up and blow again. The first few times the the velocity nearly whales would stick their tails in the air and head for the threw us off the deep. But soon some of them were not as shy. road. Then there Soon the sky cleared, and the sun blessed us with its were the wild hors- presence. We started seeing mother whales with their es and cattle stand- babies. Some of the calves were so young the mothers ing in the middle of were still teaching them how to breath. The mother the road, for no pushed the baby to the surface with her snout, and then apparent reason. let it down. Some of the older whales started surfacing The side of the road off the side of the boat. Then it happened-c-one of the was littered with young whales tried to jump into the boat) It was lucky overturned vehicles he couldn 'I. We would have been in the water. He may left to rusl. It was a have been young, but he was still weighed over a ton. reminder what hap- But it was exciting to sec a whale so close. pens when speed- After the whale adventure, it time for sea kayaking. ing out here in the We hit the road again and drove for a few more hours to middle of nowhere. the little town of Bahia de Los Angeles. Guardian Island The drive was like stood off in the distance. We camped on the shore that a long road trip. ruoro BY CLINT MILLER night. We found a little The next morning we stepped into the sea kayaks for truck cafe alongside the road. Marcus, the Spanish ture of a lifetime. It was not for the faint of heart. The the first time. The sea kayaks are not like river kayaks expert, went in to ask if we could camp out behind their memories of this trip would haunt me forever. It was one but have an open face, with two holes for loading cargo. place for the night. The stars had started coming out, We of the most exciting times of my life. These sea kayaks were yellow and looked like big had our tent city set up and ate a spaghetti dinner. For The group consisted of fourteen people, four of them bananas. It.was fun to get out on the water and paddle some reason food cooked on camping trips always tastes students from BSU. ~round. We came back to shore and loaded everything better than food cooked at home. We planned for an In. And then it was time to hit the high seas. Charmaine Preston and I flew down to San Diego, early morning the next day and turned in early. where we met up with the rest of the group. Marcus We paddled out to a little island, the Isla Coronado, The next morning we rose before the crack of dawn. Homer and Shawn Wolff drove down, making a stop in standing in the shadow of Guardian Island. It was going The van was packed up, and we were on the road again. Joshua Tree National Park for some rock climbing. to be our home for the next three days. We paddled We had an appointment to keep in Seam mons Bay for When everyone gathered at the airport, we piled into a through a small lagoon and dragged our kayaks to a whale watching. We reached our destination a little after van and headed off to south of the border. cove that protected us from the powerful winds coming 8 in the morning. The group split up to find dinrier. Charmaine and I o~f the Sea of Cortez. The food tent was set up, along followed one of the trip guides to a little taco stand. I As soon as we reached the town, we were loaded into With the rest of our tent village. another van and headed off to watch whales. We trav- was introduced to fish tacos. The fish was fresh and Wednesday was spent paddling to the northern point eled past the salt flats, into the bay where the great gray deep fried. It was so full of fat, and so delicious. When of the island. There stood a dormant volcano. It was the whales spend their winters. It is one of the nicest parts of the tacos came, only the fish was in the shell. Big dishes goal of the day to reach its top. Legend has it there the world for the cold months. No wonder so manv of tomatoes, guacamole, lettuce, and every kind of salsa would be a great view from the peak of the volcano. The retired Americans invade the lower part of Mexic~ and a person can imagine accompanied the meal. paddle to the North end was a tough one. The winds Baha region every winter. The next morning we drove through the Mexican were strong and the current carried us backward. desert which looked like a painting moving through the . We s~epped off the land and into little fishing pongas frame. The picturesque canyons and cacti flew by in a tor the fide out to the whale wintering spot. The weather OOD fast fury of speed. Every once in awhile, we would come in the bay was unpredictable. When we first got out to CONTINUED ON PAGE 17 to an army road block. Soldiers would stepand ask it' we the middle of the bay it was a nice. sunny day. Within a THEARBITER WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1997 ------'------00017 OOD sea life in the lagoon. So much diversity: big red sea cucumbers; sting rays, star CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16 fish, hermit crabs, and clams were all over the lagoon. It was neat to see the diversity But we took the challenge and of life in one spot. , stayed together. When we reached Friday morning we got up at 4 a.m. We the shore again we ate a lunch and were trying to beat the winds and head rested. The rocks on that beach back to the mainland. We paddled out to were the most relaxing 1 have the sea. The wind was already strong, the encountered. Their roundness was swells hovered over us and we decided to so perfect, they gave us a great stay on the island until the gusts died massage. In the shadow of the down. The guides had arranged for one of volcano, the winds died down and the fishers in the village to come out to we enjoyed a relaxing time. the island if we had not checked with him Conquering the volcano pre- by a certain time. The wind didn't die sented another challenge. It was a down, and right after noon the fishermen steep, 1,500-foot climb. The path came out in their tiny boats. We headed to the top was well worn. The vol- back to shore and the road home. That canic rock along the path made it night we talked about how much we slippery. The hike was straight up appreciated our guides talking with the the side. Once at the top, a strong fishers in the village. I could not imaging wind blasted us in the face. The staying out on that island for three or four view held true to the legend. We ",_....:.-..:.:::Sl:a.::~... i more days, waiting for the winds to die could see the little village where - down. we had started the adventure. It was extremely cold on the face of the wave got us back to our bay and camp in The reflections of the trip are wonderful. Next winter the top, 'So we headed back before too long. no time. another sea kayak adventure will be offered but with , I The paddle back was much more relaxing. We tried Thursday was a time to relax. We paddled out and only 14 spots. Make that only 13 since I will be sure to some kayak surfing, paddling the kayak fast enough to tried some more kayak surfing. On shore some of the go again. If you are interested in going, give Kelly catch a wave and then sailing on it for a while. Riding group enjoyed some snorkeling in the bay. Later on we Rogers a call at: 385-1374. did a little looking at the edge of the bay to watch the BLM to set new regulations against climbing , by Clint Miller The Bureau of Land Management is considering new regulations against wilderness climbing. The legislation would do away with the use of fixed anchors and slings around trees on BLM land. Climbers could be cited for using the previously set bolts. rJ The Access Fund is concerned about the impact this could have on climbing. The organization is set on the goal of keeping climbing ~### areas open and improving the land climbers use. Spokesmen say tA fixed anchors improve climbing. Those who wish to comment can send e-mail to: ,Jt1 [email protected]:AB69. Letters can be mailed to: Bureau of Land Management, Administrative Records Room 401LS, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20240. W~D,&1~~~~,~~8,1~& 1~30%OfF* Outdoor Activities ~~I,& ~A1. ~~811~& 1~40%OfP by Clint Miller ~Ar,& MON, ~~8.1U 11 50%OfP Map and Compass Workshop When: Feb. 5 and 12 Where: SUB Shipman Room Sign up at the SUB Information Desk by noon Feb. 4 *All S~ & SelectedSpornng Goods Free For more information call Dave at 385-1946 Cross Country Ski Trip Open to all students and faculty, presented by the Outsiders When: March 1 Where: outside the Outdoor Rental Center Call Clint at 385-1725 "'''' ----,---~-----"-----:------,------.....---:----,------~-----,------,------ 18 SPORTS ------,- WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1997 THE ARBITER Big West Conference Standings Eastern Division Team Conference record Nevada 8-2 Utah State 8-3 New Mexico St. 7-3 Boise State 6-4 North Texas 4-6 Broncos settle for road split Idaho 3-7 by Dan Robbins with a couple of Mike Tolman three-pointers. Huleen *the top four teams qualify for the Big West tourna- Sports writer finished with 19 points to lead the Broncos. The ment in Reno. Mustangs were sparked by Mike Wozniak, who netted *each team will playa total of 16 conference games. 22 points. The Boise State men's basketball team traveled to California for a two game conference road trip. The Huleen credited his fine play to the climate. ued to swap baskets until approximately 5:00 remained results: a win against Cal Poly SLO and a loss against "l lovc the weather down here in California. I soak in the game. At that point BSU caught second wind and UC Santa Barbara. The results leave the Broncos in up the energy during the day and bring it out on the bounced back to tic the game 51-51. The lead was short- fourth place in the Big West's eastern division, with a 6- floor." lived however, and the Broncos fell behind 55-51. Joe 4 record, 11-9 overall. This week the Broncos host two Although Hulcen helped the Broncos immensely, he Wyatt then scored five straight points giving the gamcs that will playa large role in their bid to qualify docs not think any single individual won the game. "\I Broncos a 56-55 lead. The advantage was not enough for the conference tournament. was a great team effort. We were able to band together though, and the exhausted Broncos fell to defeat 60-57. at the end," he slated. "King" Tutt was crowned as the leading scorer for Boise State vs. Cal Poly SLO Coach Jensen was impressed with Tolman's the game with 24 points for the Gauchos. Wyatt led the Cal Poly came into the game as a two-point favorite resurgnce towards the end of the game. "Mike rose up Broncos with 22 points, while Bergersen added 11. No and boasting a full court press that should have baffled from nowhere and helped us pull this one out. I was other Bronco player netted double figures. the Broncos. However, the guard-laden team survived pleased with the way we handled their pressure, also," The post-game statistics leave one wondering how the nearly unnoticeable pressure and saddled the he remarked after the game. the Broncos stayed alive as long as they did. They shot Mustangs with a 73-66 loss. just 41 percent and were out- rebounded 40-21. The The game started without any excitement until 11:00 Boise State vs. UC Santa Barbara rebounding caught the attention at Coach Jensen. "You can't give up that many rebounds and expect to win," he minutes remained in the first half. The Broncos went on' Raymond "King" Tutt was the main item on Boise explained, adding "Their game plan was solid ...their a 10-0 rampage and took a 23-17 lead. State's mind entering this conference basketball game. defense had a lot to do with it." After the run the Mustangs tightened things up to get The junior guard came onto the floor averaging 22.6 within three, with the Broncos leading 35-32 at half- points per contest, second in the Big West. time. Freshman guard, Mike Wozniak, kept Cal Poly in The King opened with a quick basket, a preview of Next up two huge home games the game in the first half scoring 17 points. But the things to come and putting the Gauchos up by two. The The Broncos now come home to play two conference Bronco duo of Joe Wyatt and J.D. Huleen added 12 and Broncos then racked up a 8-0 run, incited by four early games with enormous post-season implications. On 10 respectively. Roberto Bergersen points. The Broncos went up by as Thursday, Feb. 13 they battle New Mexico State, then Wyatt and Huleen started off the second half playing many as eight points, only to watch the Gauchos on Saturday, Feb. 15 they play NorthTexas. Both a game similar to horse.Wyatt would come down and advance on a 14-2 rally and take a four point lead. The games start at 7:30 p.rn. With the importance of the score, then watch as Huleen swished the nets on the Broncos battled back and scored six straight for their games,raffle drawings for students, and a chance (with next trip around. The superb work of this pair was not own four point advantage. UCSB did not give up and the right student ticket stub) to receive VIP treatment, enough though, as Cal Poly hung tough and only trailed the half ended deadlocked at 28-28. the Pavilion will be rocking this week. As Coach Jensen by three with 5:28 remaining in the ball game. The The first half score should not have been a surprise, puts it, "It's going to be a great weekend of basketball." Broncos called time out and when they came back onto as both teams entered averaging 67.9 points per game. He continues, "North Texas is a good team and New the court Huleen could be heard yelling to his team- But one team had to win the game, and the Gauchos Mexico State is a good team. It would be great to sec a mates. took it upon themselves to be that team. The Gauchos large crowd in the Pavilion." The Broncos can move "This is o~r game, let's take this game." stormed out to build a convincing nine point lead after into third place with a pair of wins, or could start to fade out of the playoff picture if they get swept away. The war cry worked and the Broncos pulled away outscoring the Broncos o.n a 11-1 run. The teams contin- Wrestlers lose to 14th ranked Fresno State by Dan Robbins Sports Writer The Broncos started off slowly in their match against Fresno State, dropping the first five bouts. At one point Fresno State took a 20-0 advantage over the Broncos. Winning four of five rounds at the end of the dual match helped the Broncos trim the lead to a more respectable 23-14 final tally. Bronco winners were David Levitt at 158 pounds, Scott Surplus at 177, Rusty Cook at 190, and Jeremy Clayton at heavyweight. The loss leaves the Bronco wrestlers with a 1-7 overall. record and 1-2 in the Pac-IO conference. SCOTT SURPLUS (TOP) VS JASON STREET OF FRESNO STATE . PHOTO BY KARA BROWN . ,., THE ARBITER WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1997 ------'-'------~---'------'~ SPORTS 19 Gymnasts land another school record by Amy Butler Diana Loosi (9.85) dominated to Sports Editor take first and second place respec- tively. Scoring 193.45 in front of a crowd of 1,557 in the "The beam is the hardest event, I Pavilion last Saturday night, the Boise State gymnastic believe, but I've been pleasantly team seized first place in the Chili's Classic to set yet surprised at our performances this another school record. season," said Sandmire. "I've been very excited about the team this season But it was not surprising at all and expected to do well tonight" said head coach Sam when BSU's Debbie Thompson Sandmire. scored a 9.85 on the beam to seize first place, followed by Marin who Her prophecy was correct. .. garnered the second spot with a 9.75. Going up against Cal State Fullerton (190.15), San In the last rotation and the normal Jose State (186.975), and Seattle Pacific (186.725), the crowd-pleaser-the floor exercise-s- Broncos' opponents fell to the talents of the BSU gym- - Werner dazzled her fans and scored nasts. a 9.775 to grasp third place. In the all-round, BSU's Louse Cashmere and Diana The Broncos travel to Loosli tied for second in the competition. Cashmere Washington and Seattle Pacific next gained some of her all-around title points in the vault, week, then return home to host scoring a 9.775, tying with her teammate Heather Arizona State on March 8. Werner. On bars, Boise State's Kelly Martin (9.8750) and lOUIS CASMIR PIIOTO BY KARA BROWN Two more wlns on the victory road by Amy Butler themselves, but BSU's have much to watch as the Broncos demolished the Cal Sports Editor Heidi Umthum got the Poly Mustangs 79-35 in front of over 2,000 fans at the chance to go to the line Boise State Pavilion last Friday night. to bring in the victorious The battle against the two horses left the Broncos on While scrapping the frost off your car extra point. top. windows, the thought of warm place might enter your mind. One hint: don't AII-in-all, the "I think it's great that my dad took me to the game," Broncos' strength during think of California. Think of the Boise said Ellen Leeds, a seven-year old Bronco fan. Her State women's basketball team. They're this game lay in the sec- father was excited as well when the Broncos took their ond half as they over- red hot and will most likely melt the ice victory. came a 13-point deficit right off you. BSU capture the lead early in the first half, mainly by switching to a As BSU's Cori Freemanm puts it: "I because of defense, as they contracted the Mustangs' woman-to-woman think we're playing to win and not to lose lead of 12-7 during the first six minutes of the game. defense and full-court now." press. "We knew we had to play good defense in the open- ing minutes and we did that," said freshman Reyna She's right on the mark. "We can count on our Fortenberry. Fortenberry is back after undergoing emer- The Broncos took on the Cal State- defense to get us going," gency surgery Jan. 21 to remove her appendix and gall- Fullerton Titans last Sunday and the Cal said BSU's head coach bladder. Poly, SLO Mustangs on Friday, to bring Trisha Stevens. Her surgery apparentlywent well, as she ended.with in two more wins. BSU is now ranked And Stevens was cor- 13 points and only one missed shot. first in the Big West Eastern Division rect as BSU racked in 12 with a 6~2record in the conference, 8-11 forced turnovers, five of "I just wanted to play and am happy to be back," she overall. them coming from steals stated. " I love basketball." in the second half. At Fortenberry's teammates felt elated as well when BSU vs. Cal State- Fullerton 13:17 left to play they BSU's defense forced eight turnovers during the first When Kellie Lewis hit the first three- were tied 30-30. half, and sparked a 24-2 run to a 35-18 lead at half-time. pointer of the game, it looked like the The clock wound Alycia Sumlin contributed to the BSU team by hitting 55 percent from the field and scoring a game-high of 14 Broncos would easily win their bout with ~Lfi!1:ili2~~f&2.:22~~.~!:] down and Luis' three- points. the Titans. But it wasn't her opening shot #24 HEIDI UMTHEM pointer sparked up the that led the Broncos to their 55-~ victory PHOTO BY KARA BROWN Bronco team to grasp During the second half, the Bronco offenses came up over Cal State; it was her last three-pointer, victory during the last few seconds of the game. with the first 11 points to bring the score to 64-22. bringing BSU up to a 49-47 lead at 3:22 remaining in Another Californian team awaits ... The stallion battle was won by the Broncos as the the game, and her last several free throws, Mustangs relinquished the field. Picture this: four seconds left on the clock. The score As Leeds put it: "The Broncos are sure to win." stands even at 52. The Titans lead scorer, Andra Thieme, fouls Lewis and she goes to the line. In a one- BSU vs. Cal Poly,' SLO Happy Valentine's Day for the lady Broncos. on-one situation, Lewis sinks both shots. Broncos up: The crowd appeared young and female. 54-52 Perhaps it was because of the occasion: National ...... •...... If the Titans were smart, they'd keep their hands to Take a Girl to a Game Day. But the youngsters didn't 20 S;oI1$ ------WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12,1997 THEARBITER Men's and women's tennis teams endure busy weekend 2 HAPPY HOURS by Dan Robbins Men's tennis team In San Diego and Dallas Three members of the Broncos tennis tcam saw action in San (Now hiring lunch time waitresses) Diego last week. The trio, competing in the University of San Diego Individual Invitational, all won their first round matches. The second round matches panned out differently though, with all three losing. 10_pm - 12 midnight 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm The three competitors were Joseph Gilbert, Andrew Rournich and Monday - Friday Monday - Friday . Steve Vozeh. Gelbert and Roumieh paired up in a doubles match and lost in the first round to a duo from Oklahoma State. While the others competed in San Diego, Ben Davidson was in Henry's Ale Pitches $3.50 Well Drinks $1.!iO Dallas for the Rolex Indoor Nationals. Davidson won his opening match in the consolation bracket, beating the ninth ranked player in 00 00 Any Shot for $2. Call Drinks $2. the nation, Ignacio Hirigoyen of SMU. Davidson continued in 1/2 Off All Appetizers Domestic Pints $1.50 action, playing Doug Root of Duke in the quarter-finals. Micro Brew Pints $2.00 Women's team In New Mexico 1/2 Off All Appetizers and Dallas BSU vs. Houston The women's tennis team lost their first match of the season to Houston, 7-2. The Broncos loss occurred with their best player at the Rolex Indoor National tournament. 1326 Broadway Gayleen Mclvlanus won her first match in that tournament, then GRILL & BAR dropped a match to the ninth ranked player in the country, Karen BOISE, IDAHO (208) 345·5688 Miller of Duke. The loss put McManus out of the tournament and she left for New Mexico to join her teammates. BSU vs. Texas Tech With Gayleen McManus back in action, the Broncos bounced back from defeat and earned a victory against Texas Tech. The final score was 5-4 in favor of the Broncos and this improved their season record to 1-I. McManus, Manon Buskens, and Summer Redondo won singles matches for the Broncos. The doubles teams led by McManus (paired with Maria Capuano) and Redondo (paired with Anita Pearson) earned victories as well. Upcoming matches The Bronco men will try to defend their undefeated record in their first home match of the season on Saturday, Feb. 15. The con- test pits the 22nd ranked Broncos against the 13th ranked Fresno State Bulldogs. The games start at 6:00 p.rn, and take place at the Boise Racquet and Swim Club. The dub is at 1116 N. Cole, between Fairview Avenue and Emerald Street, on the cast side of the road. Admission is free and Coach Patton would love to see fans and supporters. The Bronco women do not see any home action this week. THEARBITERWrDNESOAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1997, ------,...-.------HOROSCOPE21 YOUR UNREAL HORRORSCOPE Taurus: (Apr. 20-May 20) Looking at the world cubes, magic shell chocolate sauce, marshmallow creme, through rose colored glasses can be therapeutic in drop cloth, turkey baster, cookie sheet, bottled water, today's rushed society. Plus, it provides you a cool, vitamins, candles, pasta, honey and spatulas. Valentine's Day is soon upon us, a lovely time of carefree look: . . Sagittarius: (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Every day this year when our hearts turn to romance, and our hormones Gemini: (May 21-June 21) Sometimes things week ask everyone if they know of any good things to turn up the volume; when chocolate personifies the food aren't quite what they seem. Call campus information ask everyone else. Then ask those thingslo everyone the . I of the gods and lace intrigues us most. However, the and ask them information about the campus to prove this next day while you're asking them for good things to I I best way to celebrate the season is to avoid the commer- to yourself. ask everyone again. Rule out duplicates unless asked not 1 cialization of St. Valentine and give to your love from Cancer: (June 22-July 22) Nothing says "I love to. I I the heart. you" more than chocolate-covered insects. Capricorn: (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Just because ~ Leo:. (July 23-Aug. 22) "Love thy neighbor" is Valentine's Day has red as its traditional color does not Pisces: (Feb. 19~Mar. 20) Be thrifty this week. Get your ticket to Valentines happiness. call for excessive bloodshed. a jump on summer and use your air-conditioning now. Virgo: (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Observations are often Aquarius: (Jan. 20-Feb.18) Valentine's Day is the It's really cheap. obvious. perfect day to go to the movies by yourselfand avoid Aries: (Mar. 21-Apr. 19) Dieting is all the rage! Libra: (Sept. 23-oct. 23) Send flowers this cooties. Trade in your significant other for a low fat version Valentine's Day unless your honey is an environmental- now! ist. Nothing kills romance than a shrill "MURDERER!" For entertainment purposes only. A rose is II rose is a rose. Scorpio: (Oct. 24-Nov. 21) Shopping list: ice FISHBOWL by ERIC ELLIS \16"1 MoSeS, :c. fA..,- aJL'I A SUMMER CAMP COUNSELORS OVER 200 POSITIONS OPEN IN: Buy Iburger, get the second burger BOISE RIVER BASEBALL, BASKETBALL, CI{A:;-rs. DANCE, GOLF, GYMNASTICS, HOCKEY, HORSEBACK, LACROSSE, for '~.50 PHOTOGRAl'HY, NEWSI'AI'ER, Mustshow vaUdI.D ROPES, SAILING, SOCCER, swm, ~.A1"1:: TENNIS, WAU;R-SKIANDMORE!I CARINGGENF.RAI. COUNSEI.ORS "En ENCOURAGED TO APrr.y!! .Wen5tone House Drinks -.$ Loo WINADU FOR BOYSI ~ DANllEE FOR GIRLS Monday - fhursday IN WESTERN. MASS SALARYIROOMIDOARD 0 AND TRA VEl. INCLUDED!! .$3.0 cover charge - ~5¢ Draft COME VISIT /VIm OUR REP: 709 E..Park WEDNESDAY. MARCIISTII qprn to Closing ALEXANDER AND All FONG fhllrsdays HOO~IS IN lJNION 5tone House on IOAM-4PM 345-2929 QVALK.INS WF.1.COME!1 \/;2 Liter Long Island Ice f ea - .$~.J5 MEN CALL: 800-494-6238 WOMEN CALL: 800-392-3752 FOR MORE INFOI ~ Late night Happy Hour IOprn- ~arn I I I l..-- , Jl.I:' ======"======:::!J I I I I ....1 .. 22 CALENDAR -:---....,..-----.:...------_----....,..- WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1997 THEARBITER The deadline for listings is 5 MEETING, 7 p.m., SUB Ah Fong 10:30 p.rn., ages 21 and over, Poulet Rouge, will sign his new p.m. Wednesday, one week Room, 386-9487. tickets S5 at Retrospect, 343- book Le Poulet Rouge COMMUNION SERVICE at St. before desired publication date. 0886. Restaurant Cookbook at Borders Paul's Catholic Student Center, Be sure to include the event's MR. LINCOLN'S WHISKERS by Books-Music-Cafe, 2 p.m., 1123 12:10 p.m., 1915 University. time, date and location, as well Karen B. Winnick, read by N. Milwaukee St., 322-6668. Drive (across, from the as a phone number to contact Danyele at Borders Books- Friday, Administration Building), 343- for more information, before fax- Music-Cafe's Children's THE "BAROQUE/RENAISSANCE -21-28. ing or delivering listings. Listings Ampitheatre, 7 p.m., 1123 N. Feb. 14 MUSIC OF CAMERATA at are free to BSU student organi- Milwuakee St., 322-6668. BQrders Books-Music-Cafe, 7 NONTRADITIONAL STUDENT SUPPORTGROUP MEETING fea- zations. Events venues should LOVE WEEK, sponsored by p.m., 1123 N. Milwaukee St., tures speakers on topics of call 345-8204 to find out how to RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION LOSSA,bring a friend to Institute 322-6668. importance to adult students, get their listings in the Calendar OF ADULTS at St. Paul's Catholic who isn't enrolled and get a 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., SUB Johnson evef}' week. Student Center, 7 p.rn., 1915 heart-shaped cookie the size of KID CORDUROY,EL DOPAMINE Dining Room, 385-1583. University Drive, 343-2128. your face. AND SLIM at Neurolux, 111 N. 11th St., ages 21 and over, S3, BSU VOLUNTEER SERVICES Wednesday, GODZOUNDS, FROSTY & CARNATIONS FORVALENTINE'S 343-0886. BOARD MEETING, get involved LOVESICK at Neurolux, 111 N. DAY AND A RAFFLE FOR DIN- with a service-learning organiza- Feb. 12 11th St., ages 21 and over, S3, NER AT PETER~CHOTT'S,spon- tion that coordinates students 343-0886. sored by the Human Resource Sunday, with local and regional volunteer LOVE WEEK, sponsored by Association, Education Building LOSSA,bring a friend to Institute and Student Union Building, Feb. 16 projects through agencies and who isn't enrolled and get a Thursday, S1.50 per carnation and 50 individuals, 3:30 to 5 p.m., SUB heart-shaped cookie the size of cents for the raffle. LDS CHURCH SERVICES at 9 Chief Joseph Room, 385-4240. your face. Feb. 13 a.m. or 1 p.m. at the LDS BAPTIST CAMPUS MINISTRIES NONTRADITIONAL STUDENT Institute, 1929 University Drive, •JAM SESSION, offers Bible FRENCH GUITARIST ELISABETH LOVE WEEK, sponsored by SUPPORTGROUP BROWN BAG or BSU Stake Center, 2150 Boise BLiN at the Brava Stage in the LOSSA,bring a friend to Institute LUNCH SESSION, noon to 1 Ave. study, praise and worship, 7 Student Union, 11 :30 a.m. to who isn't enrolled and get a p.m., SUB Gibson Room, 385- p.m., SUB Farnsworth Room. 1:30 p.m., 344-5823. heart-shaped cookie the size of 1583. NATURE & ECOLOGYGROUP at your face. Borders Books-Music-Cafe, fea- OJ SEAN at Neurolux, 111 N. ROSARY at St. Paul's Catholic FRENCH GUITARIST ELISABETH tures discussion of the book 11th St., ages 21 and over, free, Student Center, 11 :50 a.m., CARNATIONS FORVALENTINE'S BLiN at Borders Books-Music- Betrayal of Science and Reason: 343-0886. 1915 University Drive (across DAY AND A RAFFLE FOR DIN· Cafe, 7 to 9 p.m., 1123 N. How Anti-Environmental from the Administration NER AT PETERSCHOTT'S,spon- Milwuakee St., 322-6668. Rhetoric Threatens our Future, Building), 343-2128. sored by the Human Resource by Pual and Anne Ehrlich, 7 Tuesday, Association, Education Building STELLA at Maggie's Brava Stage p.rn., 1123N. Milwaukee St., WEDNESDAY MASS at St. Paul's and Student Union Building, in the SUB, 7:30 to 9:30 p.rn., 322-6668. Feb. 18 Catholic Student Center, noon, Sl.50 per carnation and 50 free. 1915 University Drive (across cents for the raffle. ACOUSTIC MUSIC OF SEAN ROSARY at St. Paul's Catholic from the Administration SWEETHEART'SBALL at the LOS BRESLIN at Borders Books- Student Center, 11 :50 a.m., Building), 343-2128. ROSARY at St. Paul's Catholic Institute, 8:30 to 11:30 p.rn., Music-Cafe, 7 p.rn., 1123 N. 1915 University Drive (across Student Center, 11 :50 a.m., semi-formal, tickets are S10 per Milwaukee St., 322-6668. from the Administration COMMUNION SERVICE at St. 1915 University Drive (across couple at the door or S7 per Building), 343-2128. Paul's Catholic Student Center, from the Administration couple in advance. SUNDAY MASS at St. Paul's 12:10 p.rn., 1915 University Building), 343-2128. Catholic Student Center, 7 p.rn., COMMUNION SERVICE at St. Drive (across from the BOBBY GOULD IN HELL at 1915 University Drive (across Paul's Catholic Student Center, Administration Building), 343~ COMMUNION SERVICE at St. Neurolux, 9 to 10:30 p.m., 111 from the' Administration 12:10 p.m., 1915 University 2128. Paul's Catholic Student Center, N. 11th St., ages 21 and over, .'SullClliig),343-2128. Drive (across from the 12:10 p.rn., 1915 University tickets S5 at Retrospect, 343- Administration Building), 343- SIGN LANGUAGE SILENT Drive (across from the 0886. AN EVENING WITH GRANT 2128. LUNCH, sponsored by BSU Administration Building), 343- OLSEN at Neurolux, 111 N. 11th Student Special Services, noon 2128. St.,ages 21 and over, free, 343- ASBSU SENATE MEETING at to 1:30 p.m., SUB Johnson Saturday, 0886. 4:30 p.m. in SUB Senate Forum, Room. Bring your own lunch! ASBSU ~ENATE MEETING, 4:30 385-1440, open to the public. p.rn., SUB Senate Forum, 385- Feb. 15 SPB FAMILY ACTIVITIES COM- 1440, open to the public. Monday, NATIVE AMERICAN AA MEET- MITTEE MEETING, 3:30 p.rn., STORYTIME FOR CATS& DOGS ING, 7 to 8 p.rn., 1005 S. SUB Senate Forum Room, for AUTHOR ED GUTHEROwill sign at Borders Books-Music-Cafe Feb. 17 Michigan St. (Little Red House information call Sonia at 385- his coffee table book Fire & Children's Ampitheatre features behind the Women's 3655. Rain: A Portrait of the readings of The Bookshop Dog PRESIDENT'SDAY, BSUclosed. Center/Arbiter), call Wesley Contemporary West, at Borders by Cynthia Rylant and Have You Edmo at 286-9369. SPB CONCERTS COMMITTEE Books-Music-Cafe, 7 p.m., 1123 Seen My Cat? by Eric Carle, ROSARY at St. Paul's Catholic' MEETING,S p.rn., SPB Room in N. Milwaukee St., 322-6668. noon, 1123 N. Milwaukee St., Student Center, 11 :50 a.m, OPEN MIC WITH THE PEACHES the SUB. 322-6668. 1915 University Drive (across at Neurolux, 111 N. 11th St., BOBBY GOULD IN HELL at from the Administration ages 21 and over, free, 343- FEMINIST EMPOWERMENT Neurolux, 111 N. 11th St., 9 to TIM HOLLEY, head chef of le Building), 343-2128. 0886. I - THE ARBITER WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1997 ------..,.------CALENDAR 23 h I ti I r On a whole new note, we at The Modern Languages Department, and deodorizer from MacFrugal's. Arbiter thought we'd provide some cheap enjoy a night of culture. Don't forget the and fun ideas for Valentine's Day. All yogurt. • There is, of course, the ever-popular right, so it's a little cheesy, but hide your • Go together 10 one of the following notion of customizing a coupon book for cynicism for a day, grab your best friend used bookstores: Parnassus, Eastwind or your favorite other half. Include coupons and learn from the experienced folks in • Make Rice Krispy treats together, the Hyde Park Bookstore. Lounge for massages, lale nights of deep the plush basement (maybe we've been shape into hearts, and nauseate everyone. around, read for an hour or so, then each thoughts, fun and frolic in the woods, and out of the sun too long). P.S. Feel free to around you. Food fights are not out of the person purchases the other's favorite nights out on the town for pizza and beer. question. use these suggestions alone, or combine book. Next, visit Goody's in Hyde Park, indulge in espresso and ice cream and for maximum fun. • Tho Red Lion will host a give your books toone another. • Rent Twin Peaks, the first episode, "Valentine's Sucks" party on Valentine's • File down foreign currency and pre- or "Fircwalk With Me." Eat spaghetti and night. If you're that bitter, go. If you're sent to your Significant Other to use as name it Bob. See what frightening things • Two balls 0' twine and a spatula. Do bored, go. If you're a couple, go and happen. slugs .in vending machines. as you will. make everyone jealous. • Buy two boxes of Healthy Choice's • Buy a body pillow for $8.99 at Fred ." Using the leftover twine, take some The A rbiter is 1I0t res'ponsible [or mis- Chicken Cordon B1eu or Chicken Meyer. Snuggle on freshly-vacuumed two penny nails and construct a wind use of allY one of the above suggestions. Enchiladas, rent a foreign film from the carpet scented with 99-cent Glade carpet chime. We're just trying to help. I I I f. ~ -.aii' ¥I&ii. ;& kt] 1 tiARa & we t Ai4WIA f ¥Ai • 4 _$ iZ 24CLASSIFIEDS'------WEONESOAY, FEBRUARY12, 1997 THE ARBITER - money back guarantee, ifnot completely Employment - satisfied. Call today: SHAKLEE 362- 3771 HELPWANTED- Men/Women earn $480 weekly' Grants assembling circuit boards/elec- tronic compcnents at home. C:lassifieds MONEY FOR COLLEGE WE CAN Experience unnecessary, will HELP FUNDING. THOUSANDS OF AWARDS train. Immediate openings your local area. Call 1-520- Fundraising AVAILABLE TO ALL STUDENTS IMMEDIATE 680-7891 EXT C2OD. FAST FUNDRAISER-RAISE $500 IN 5 DA YS- QUALIFICATION 1 800-651-3393 GREEKS, GROUPS, CLUBS, MOTIVATED INDI- The Volunteer Services Board is currently accepting VIDUALS. FAST, EASY-NO FINANCIAL OBLIGA- FREE MONEY!- Cash giveaways, private grants, applications for Community Projects Director, Agency loans, millions available. Source, toll free 1-888-813- Referral Director, and Officer At-Large. Internship cred- TION. (800) 862-1982 EXT. 33 7606 ext. 1401 it is available in Social Work, Communication, Honors, Housing and Psychology. If you are interested in this internship, Automobiles call the Volunteer Services Board at 385-4240, or pick ROOMMATE NEEDED-Roommate needed to share up an application from the Student Activities Desk in the 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 232.50/month + utilities. Available now. BAD CREDIT OK!-Get the 92-97 car or truck of SUB. Call 322-2627. your choice. No down payment.' Details, call toll free 1- 888-813-7606 ext. 2501 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES-EARN $500 or more Merchandise weekly stuffing envelopes at home. Send long SASE to: Professional Services Country Living Shoppers, Dept. A8, P.O. Box 1779, Two Huffy womens bikes, barely used, price: very Denham Springs, LA 70727. reasonable! call 385-3236 leave message or ask forLee. MUSICIANS!!!-Need a convenient place 'to practice? Auditioning? Tired of lugging your equipment? 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Watch for them: Live the any of the job listings, contact the Belter Business FEEL GREAT!-Try SHAKLEE Vita-Lea, America's movie. Bureau. best multi-vitamin, and Instant Protein, the all-vegetable protein, to improve your diet. One hundred percent 1.1 miss you more. M. positions are held. al for the structure with the current edi- CALL FOR Applications must and management of the tor and business man- . Both positions be submitted to Bob paper for the follow- ager will be required APPLICANTS require a minimum of Evancho, BSU News ing year. before assuming 10-12 office hours Services, Education .of f i.ce . . The BSU Publications weekly during regular Building, Room 724, . Both positions Board seeks candi- business hours. by 5 p.m. on Friday, receive fall and The BSU dates for The Arbiter Feb. 28. spring full-fee Publications Board Editor in Chief and The editor should scholarships during will determine the Business Manager for have at least one Applications for the time of appoint- finalists, interview the 1997-98 academic semester's experience both positions should ment, plUS a salary candidates and hire year. with a student news- include a cover let- (monthly minimum of one student to each paper or prior pro- ter, at least two $575 for editor and position in early Candidates must be fessional newspaper letters of recommen- $475 for business March. full-fee-paying stu- and publication expe- dation, and at least manager). dents at BSU and have rience. Qualifica- three other refer- Late applications a minimum 2.25 cumu- tions include knowl- ences. In addition, Terms of office run Will not be accepted. lative grade point edge of or experience applications for edi- from June 1, 1997 to For more information, average both at the in news writing, tor should include at May 31, 1998. A,one- contact Bob Evancho time of selection and editing and produc- least three writing month training and at 385-1643. , during the time the tion. samples and a propos- transition period ~-. _II~-111-'-=. !!!!!:,L~ ',' Jd'M'~~'>'" BSU 1~~~llInltblnH~H RADIO Irom !Iil~ Pans i E TWO R ~. IflfflflfIIIUUIIi'''t'1I...... Rome sbllllli.m,~~~~S*1D --lf~II~iIocllIIIH. lIIIllllllllliNl~IIL Program proposal materials can be obtained at: ~~IIIjtdIla., BSURadio CALL: 1·800·2·COUNCIL webSitemoee.org• 1616 III Simplot Micron Instructional Technology Center - Room 213 or call: 385-3668