B4NDDR45 BO( Vol. XXXII No. 3 York College of the City University of New York Jamaica, Queens November 29,1988 Archer Avenue Subway Station York Job Fair Is An Eye Opener Finally Opens Up In December

a The subway is beneficial for York College," said Barney

Levantino. Helen Frank, Coordinator of the Job Fair, makes kst minute plans with department Secretary.

"It should help By Marie Sancio bridges the gap between your education Reporter and the work world," she said. "This alleviate the On October 12, a mini job fair was held bridge rests on two foundations—the in the lobby of the main building by the building blocks of career planning and parking problem. York College Career Developmental placement, and self-knowledge and Barney Levantino, Vice President for Center. The purpose of the fair was to occupational information." A dministrative Affairs assist students in making the right Other advisors noted that jobs don't decision about choosing their careers. always go to the most qualified candi- By Henry Escoto Jamaica/Van Wyck, Sutphin/Archer, Different organizations, seeking to dates. They often go to the people with News Editor and Archer/Parsons stations. recruit York students for possible life- the best job-getting skills. "There will be no lessening of service long careers, spent their morning inter- The Archer Avenue subway station at The Washington Tribune recently along the regular lines served now by the viewing individuals and informing them Parsons Boulevard will finally open on revealed that the net pay in new jobs since E or F train," said Evans. "The F train of possible employment. Some examples December 11,12 years after its scheduled 1979 has decreased for the first time in will continue to operate as normal and of the many opportunities at the forum opening, and after nearly 20 years of this century. Young men and women the Z train will be extended to 179th was the Public Service jobs in the areas of planning and construction. coming out of school no longer believe street." Associate Staff Analyst, Principal The Archer Avenue station was part of that they will do better in their careers Administrative Associate, Computer the Metropolitan Transit Authority's With the opening of the Archer than their parents. plans to expand service to the Southeast- Avenue subway station, Jamaica riders Aides Investigator and Tax Auditor. The report also show that more and ern part of Queens. But financial and will find it "easier to get to downtown These positions required a four year more of these youths are staying home structural problems caused massive Manhattan." Bachelor degree and two to four years of with their parents because they can't delays. Some Jamaica buses will also be experience. All salaries ranged from make it alone on the minimal starting "This is beneficial for York College," rerouted to the Archer Avenue station to $25,000 to $48,000. salaries available. said Barney Levantino, Vice President make it more convenient for Jamaica Other companies offering jobs for Administrative Affairs. "First, people riders to get to the subway. included Alexander's Department store, According to the Census Bureau's will feel better about walking to the "Seventy percent of bus riders head Kinney Shoe Corporation, Fayva Shoe current population poll: "Slightly more campus. And second, we hope it will towards the subways," said Termaine Company and Abraham and Strauss. than 50 percent of the net income in new attract more students to York College." Garden, another spokesperson for the These positions require little or no jobs since 1979 paid year-round, full-time Levantino also said that the opening MTA. "By rerouting the buses to Archer experience for students who choose to salaries of less than $11,611, while only 12 should help "alleviate the parking Avenue, passengers will find it easier to work while they attend school. Salaries percent of them paid more than $46,944. problem we're experiencing." get seats." for these jobs start at a minimum wage of Half of the new jobs created in the past eight years were at wages below the The subway station will run along Some of the buses that will be rerouted about $4 to $5 an hour. poverty level for a family of four. Archer Avenue from 153 up to Parson from Merrick Boulevard along Archer Though many students attended the Boulevard. Three subway lines will stop Avenue will be the Q3A, Q4, Q5, Q43, job fair, only a few can expect to be The Career Development Center at the Archer/Parson subway station- Q85 and Q31. The Q17 and Q31 will be chosen (maybe one of every three) by a pointed out that students, before starting the J, Z and the E. extended to Archer Avenue and Sutphin prospective employer. their career, should look at two key The Z will be an added rush hour, Boulevard. The B22 will run along "Most of the students were not actually books—The Dictionary of Occupational semi-express train. It will run, along with Jamaica Avenue to 171st street, and the qualified," said Walter Selva, a recruiter Titles, which defines jobs, and the the J, all the way to Manhattan. Q49-J train shuttle bus will be from the First Investor Corporation. We Occupational Outlook Handbook. In "Stops not covered by the J will be discontinued. are looking for graduating students. these books, all occupations are analyzed served by the Z train,"said Donna Evan, The Archer Avenue subway station is Most importantly, the York students according to the nature of the work, job spokesperson for the Metropolitan a project that started in 1971. It was were unprepared to be interviewed. They out-look and earnings, related occupa- Transit Authority. "The J train will be originally scheduled to be opened in 1976 didn't even have a resume." tions and other sources of information. extended from 121 Street to the Archer and the J, Z and E lines were initially A representative from the Career A working knowledge of the job Avenue station." planned to go all the way to Queens Development Center at York gave some market is essential for every freshman The E train will be rerouted after Village. insights into the question of career and sophomore who is contemplating Union Turnpike. It will stop at the Continued on Page 11 choices. "A satisfying career is one that his/her future career. page 2 PANDORA'S BOX November 29,1988

York College's Official Student Newspaper Letters to The Editor

Editor-in-Chief Audrey Blakeney ^ % ! T y Managing Editor Lisa Toppin Feature Editor Rozaan Mohamed Senior Editor Willis Burris Emergency Closing Procedures Photographer John Crow Business/ Advertising Manager Louis Thevenot News Editor Henry Escoto For York College This Winter Community Affairs 1 # Editor Scott Martin Science Editor Paula Ann Bennett • F o u nded In 1847 • Dear Editor: 880 AM Entertainment Editor Sean White 101.1 FM Faculty Advisor Glenn Lewis The University has decided to continue the same procedures as in the past for WFAS York College . 94-20 Guy R. Brewer emergency closings. This is to advise you 1230 AM Jamaica, New York . 718-262-2529 of the procedures to be followed on our 104 FM- campus. WINS As was the case last year, the media will 1010 AM announce class cancellations and/or the WLIB Foreign Students Voice Protest closing of the colleges. Any announce- 1190 AM ment you may hear regarding York WMCA College which indicates the cancellation 570 AM Against Impending Tuition Hikes of classes in the day and/or evening will WOR mean that the college is closed. 710 AM Dear Editor: that would be made available to foreign Administrative staff, therefore, will not To supplement the University proce- On October 31, the Board of Trustees students who could prove that they were be required to come in with the exception dure, the college will use two other means held a meeting that was attended by unable to meet the tuition increase. This of the designated emergency skeleton of communication - a telephone chain groups of foreign students who were clearly means that only a few would staff. However, all members of the and the use of a recorded telephone trying to get the board to revoke their benefit. Building & Grounds and Security message. It is the responsibility of the decision to increase the tuition next Mohammed told the board that their Departments, as in the past, are required Department Head to establish telephone semester. decision would hurt a particular group of to report for duty since this staff is chains for their departments 35 of the students were from York the student body and that the students essential during such emergencies. In addition, staff and students may dial College. However, what we lacked in would not give up the fight for justice. The University procedures provides 262-2000 which will carry a recorded numbers, we made up for in enthusiasm. After the meeting. Mohammed appealed for radio announcements regarding the message indicating whether the college They held placards and applauded loudly to the students present to come out to the cancellation of classes beginning at 6 a.m. will be opened or closed. whenever the University Student Senate next meeting in full force on November or shortly thereafter. The following radio I hope these procedures will help. President spoke. Mohammed, the U.S.S. 28th. He informed us that he would be stnt ions will carry such announcements: Sincerely, President, in his address to the board, appealing to the entire student body of WBLS Barney P. Levantino called the proposed tuition increase a CUNY to attend. 107.5 FM Vice President For Administrative trick and a racial attack against foreign The tuition increase is also going to WCBS Affairs. students, the majority of whom come affect resident students. Mohammed from third world countries. hopes that there will be a turn out of Dr. Bernstein, one of the trustees, 10,000 students, which will impress upon Joy Fellowship Discusses Sex suggested that some of the increases the board the fact that the student body asked for in the budget request be given is not accepting the increase. The mass Dear Students: as if an unpardonable sin has been over to the Foreign Students to help media will be invited so that the event will "Striving for excellence" was the theme committed. A remedy is available. You defray the tuition increase. This proposal be broadcast statewide and hopefully of the last Joy Christian Fellowship must ask Jesus Christ for forgiveness. was turned down by the board. nationwide. program held in the Central Mall. This The message presented was centered Sincerely, We were informed at the meeting that program provided insights into a number around young people handling sexual Christopher A. Diaz there were a surplus of 1.5 million dollars of crucial issues faced by young people. desires. Three points were outlined: Many of York's students participated, (1) It is natural to have sexual desires Health Profiles which proves that York possesses a and feelings. Library Hours myriad of talented students. We were (2) Sexual activity entails Dear Editor: favored with songs from Leslie-Ann responsibility. The York College Health Promotion Daniel, Ingrid Williams, Orlando Han- Center located in 1E09 is offering free Now Expanded (3) If you are not equipped to deal with son and Paul Leacock. the probable consequences of your sexual services to students, faculty and staff. Dear Editor: The word of God was preached by You may wish to avail yourself of the It would be helpful to York students actions, then you should refrain from Minister Orlando Crispo. He spoke on having sex. opportunity to receive a Personal Health and staff if you would assist us in the topic of Affection/Sex---"handling As President of Joy, I endorse these Risk Profile. announcing the new library hours to the those troublesome sexual fantasies." The views. Freedom is not found in indulging, The Personal Health Risk Profile college community. audience raised several questions. They but in recognizing the guidelines pres- includes blood pressure screening, choles- The library has extended its Sunday were expertly handled by Minister Crispo ented and conforming to them. terol, percentage body fat and a cardiac hours, and instituted evening study time, who used the Bible for reference. The risk profile. This semester the Health to enable everyone to use the library and Holy Book provides insights and guide- In conclusion, sexual freedom is Promotion Center's hours are as fol- its resources more fully. lines for sexual behavior. designed to be experienced in the confines lows: Monday 3pm-9pm, Tuesday 3pm- The schedule listed below gives the The scriptures say that fornication or of marriage. This is God's plan and his 9pm, Wednesday 3pm-9pm, Thursday times and dates for when the library is sex before marriage is wrong. The Bible way. 3pm-6pm, Friday 10am-3pm, Saturday open. You may also consult the bulletin also condemns adultery or sex outside of Sincerely, 9am-lpm. board at the entrance to the library. In marriage. If someone has made a mistake Anthony Graham addition, look for the poster announcing Call 262-2823 for an appointment or in any of these areas, one should not feel President, Joy Christian Fellowship. additional information. Professor David Sunday openings at the main entrance to Jordan, Center Director, will be happy to the mall each week. assist you in benefitting from the Center's New Library Schedule: Mon.-Thurs. offerings. 9AM-9PM, 9PM-11PM (Study in H The Editors Welcome Call upon my office if we can be of help Wing). Fri. 9AM-5PM. Sat. 10AM- to you in achieving and maintaining 5PM. Sun. I0AM-4PM (Nov. 13; Dec. 4; optimal health. 11;18. Jan. 8; Feb.12; 26. Mar. 12; Apr. All Responsible Letters. Yours truly, 2;16;30. May 7; 14; 21; 28.) Theresa Rizzitiello Thank you, Dept. Chairman J. Kevin Barry Write Now For December Issue. Health & Physical Education Acting Chief Librarian November 29,1988 PANDORA'S BOX page 3 Pandora's Box Special Editorial: Administration Rides Rough-Shod Over Students' Demands

By Editorial Board that many had already established their the students on how to conduct the with their families and friends. Many of The York College administration has own families. survey. our foreign students want to travel home. denied students their heart-felt choice to Further examination revealed that Finally, the survey found that only 2.8 They do not want to be shackled with the have final exams before Christmas. But 14.5 percent spent the holidays socializ- percent of the students considered York's prospect of exams after Christmas. the results of a recent survey conducted ing. But, only 17.9 percent used it to late registration policy as their main "Students don't do any better in the by students of Business 342 might change study. reason for coming here. final tests after the 10 day break," said this. In the past, the administration, faculty Some faculty members argued that the psychology professor Donna Chirico. and student leaders all had their own way The findings of the survey were break for the Christmas holiday provided "They also need more time for rejuvena- of interpreting what the students really submitted weeks ago to president Milton an important study opportunity. They tion before the spring semester begins." Bassin, faculty senate president Richard wanted. The results of this scientific said that this was necessary in a school The survey was conducted in the form Boris and other key people by student survey, however, should provide the base such as York College—with a relatively of a probability sample. It utilized both government president Donald Vernon. for objective decision making in the best low average academic index. the cluster and stratified sampling We feel that this issue, which impacts so interest of the college community. techniques. Twenty-two classes, 17 day seriously upon students, should be The administration had cited three We have three key questions for these decided in their favor. reasons why they found it difficult to faculty members. Where is the study and five evening were surveyed. The opportunity before finals in the spring sample included students from 26 majors. The survey revealed that an over- adjust the calendar to accommodate semester? What do you do, outside of A total of 288 questionaires were whelming 78.8 percent of York students finals before Christmas. They said that lecturing, to improve students' perfor- preferred to have their final exams before state regulations required a specific collected and analyzed. mance on finals? And finally, what are Christmas-even if it meant starting the number of classroom hours per college We see these findings as a clear you doing to establish the plus and minus fall semester earlier. Only 11.5 percent credit, that faculty contracts prevented an indication of the choice of the majority of factor in York's grading policy, which said they were satisfied with the present earlier return to classes, and that York's York College students. As the college's should positively affect the academic arrangement, while the remaining 9.7 late registration benefitted students who chief executive, president Bassin should index? percent were undecided. missed registration at competing colleges. either implement the students' choice In addition, 70.8 percent said that the We do not see any of these arguments Your concern requires more than now or allow further debate before the Christmas vacation was an inconvenient as posing an insurmountable obstacle. rhetoric. It demands your consistency full York College senate. time to study. And 35.3 percent said that An earlier start to the semester will take and action. We hope to see some No matter what road Bassin selects, we they spent the time with their families. care of the state's requirements and innovative input on the part of the hope that he will be sensitive to the needs This was not surprising. The survey faculty contracts can be renegotiated. faculty. of students. After all, they are the .found that the median age of York Professor Jonah Otelsberg agrees with The position of the students has always ultimate reason for York College's students was 29 years old and indicated this assessment. She provided advice to been clear. They want to spend Christmas existence. Registrar's Mistakes Make Students 'Hard Times'

By Henry Escoto summer grades was refused a copy of his News Editor transcript until he paid $4. With Reporting by Valerie Rosario "They made me run around, and waste A number of students have com- my time," said the student. "People were plained about a lack of service from the unfriendly and seem bothered by my registrar's office. They claim that the persistence." problems stem from inaccurate, inconsis- "We don't make the rules, we just tent and often insensitive feedback from administer them," said Cohen, referring this office. to transcript fees. "These rules are made "Whenever I go to the registrar's office. by the University." I hesitate," said Maria Gonzales, a York Foreign students seem to be the ones student. "It makes me anxious to spend a with the most serious problems. Donald long time there. I usually end up being Vernon, Student Government President, Yo-Yoed between the registrar, financial said some foreign students have com- aid and the bursar's office. plained to him about the registrar's office. "One day, I called to inquire about my "Their reports have been that the staff GPA and about changing a course," is rude and service slow," said Vernon. / m here to help the students said Gerald Cohen, York College's veteran Registrar, continued Gonzalez. "Over the phone, "The most serious problem foreign they gave me an answer. When I came in this semester my pre-registration didn't Cohen said that there is no way pre- students face is when their status is person, they gave me another answer. appear in the computer. Luckily, 1 registration can disappear from the changed to permanent residents," This is a problem with them. They can't avoided being locked out by showing computer. A student might have gotten reported Vernon. "They are slow in ever give you a straight answer." them my pre-registration receipt." advised and never finalized registration. processing the transferring data. Students Gerald Cohen has been Registrar for Wilda Rodriguez said that last semes- Or maybe he didn't pay the bursar. often wind up not getting any financial the past four years. "Not everybody can ter she went to the Registrar's office to Yet, there have been other complaints aid because of this." be satisfied with our office. Sometimes inquire about what her status would be if of failure in the registrar's staff to Last semester Vernon planned to form students don't communicate explicitly she were to drop a course. She was told accurately verify students' records. a sub-committee to deal with this what they really want," said Cohen. by a staff member that her full-time status Andrea Lall said that last semester she problem. But he had to back away "Communication is very important. wouldn't be affected if she dropped the had to have her faculty adviser intervene because foreign students didn't want to Sometimes students don't mean what course. As a result. Wilda found herself when the registrar's office wouldn't let her participate. they say." in trouble with the Bursar's office and her register. "Foreign students often face horrend- "This past semester I was almost financial aid reduced. "They said I was a freshman," said Lall, ous problems," explained Cohen. "They locked out of my classes," countered Jose "If I had known that this would "even though I am a sophomore. They have to deal with and abide by immigra- Marinez. happen, I would have never dropped the told me so without accurately verifying tion laws." "I had pre-registered last semester," course," said Wilda angrily. my records." Cohen said that students from couri- said Marinez. "When I came to register In response to the Marinez problem. Another ftuceru who didn'i receive his Continucd on Page I! PANDORA'S-BOX- November 29, 19&i> Rev, Hortense Merritt York's First Female Campus Minister

By Rozaan Mohamed Springfield, formerly known as Public Feature Editor School No. 32. Rev. Merritt had renamed On October 1, Rev. Hortense Merritt the school in honor of Nobel Peace Prize became the new campus minister at York winner Dr. Ralph Bunche of the United College following the resignation of Rev. Nations. Dr. Bunche had worked to bring Irvine Bryer, Jr. peace to the troubled lands in the middle Rev. Bryer had been the campus East. minister since 1982 when the chaplain During the time that she was principal position was first sponsored at York by of the school, Rev. Merritt also served as the Queens Federation of Churches, an the President of York's first gifted class. ecumenical ministry which reaches 143 This was a program whereby 4, 5 and 6 Christian congregations in Queens. The graders with above average scores in chaplain provides spiritual guidance, NYC's reading and math tests were Bible study and counseling to students, placed into "gifted classes.' York helped to faculty and staff. organize these classes and to staff the Rev. Bryer was forced to resign in program. order to devote more time to his parish. "It was an attempt on the part of York "Since the ministry at York is only to give gifted children in District 29 the part-time, parish responsibilities tend to chance to excel," said Rev. Merritt. control," explained Rev. N.J. L'Heureux. The program was started after the Jr. the Executive Director of the Queens parents in the district insisted that their Federation of Churches. children should have more enriched Rev. Irvine Bryer, Jr Rev. Hortense Merritt Through the years, Rev. Bryer was educational opportunities. Many of them assisted by Revs. Alonzo Alexander and were willing to work towards that goal. Committee for the Queens Federation of Merritt stated. At the same time, she Girdharry Kissoon. But now the torch In addition to these duties, Rev. Churches and the second vice-president commended the Joy Christian Fellow- has been passed to Rev. Merritt. Merritt alscftaught English and Commu- of the Federation. She also does commu- ship Club for being such a visible, "I am very excited about being the first nication skills at York during 1970-1972. nity work in leading religious workshops, dedicated and alive community on female campus minister here at York," At that time, York College was on the conducting bible studies, counseling and campus. she enthused. "There are many qualified campus of Queensborough Community preaching at the New Jerusalem Baptist Beside her designated duties, Rev. women coming into the Ministry and it's College. Church. Merritt plans to have cultural events good to see that they are being given "I'm excited about this new campus But working on campus as a minister geared at bringing together many differ- recognition where recognition is due." and I'm pleased to be a part of new is a new experience for Rev. Merritt. ent student organizations on campus. She Rev. Merritt was selected for the York," she said. "It's challenging and exciting," she also hopes that these events will teach the position after many applications had When Merritt retired in 1978, she admitted. "I'm enjoying it." students to appreciate their diversity. been reviewed. "We were impressed with resumed her studies at the New Bruns- Rev. Merritt said that the representa- Also in the works, is an 'Adopt a her life-long dedication to the service of wick Theological Seminary at Rutgers tives of the Queens Federation of Student' program. Rev. Merritt hopes it others," said Rev. L'Heureux. "Her and obtained a Master of Divinity degree. Churches see a need for ministers on will help to reach out to all, but especially involvement, in a formal way, with Rev. Merritt then, enrolled at New York campuses. She explained that there are foreign students. The program should be education and with the Ministry were Theological Seminary to work on her many students from different parts of the a home away from home. considered in selecting her for the job." Doctorate in Ministry. This was followed world who came from different cultural "Some students who are away from After graduating from Clarke College by her ordination in 1983. backgrounds. As such, there is the need their families get lonely on Thanksgiving in Georgia with a Social Studies degree, Rev. Merritt first came in contact with for academic and religious access so that and other special days throughout the Rev. Merritt pursued a Masters Degree the Queens Federation of Churches the students will be able to reach self- year," she said. "The program will allow in Administration and Guidance Coun- through her Church, the New Jerusalem actualization. them to interact with a Christian family— seling at St. John's University. Baptist Church in Queens Village. Today, "The church should be a visible some place where they can go to chat or From 1967 to 1978, she was the apart from serving as York's campus presence and an instrument of the for a home-cooked meal. It even gives the principal of the Ralph Bunche school in minister, she is the Chair of the Education Kingdom of God in the academic world," Continued on Page 11 they share an experience and a point of view that others don't share with them." University of Massachusetts Prof. Social Segregation Remains A Solid Barrier Meyer Weinberg, who has been compil- ing data about U.S. campus race relations By Janet Singleton nationally organized, fairly quiet rallies at the University of Michigan's Black for 25 years, concurs. "I personally do not Correspondent scores of campuses the first week of Student Union. like separate seating, either voluntary or Last April, as campus race relations October—has failed to keep black and Dr. Jacqui Wade of Bennett College in not. On the other hand, to black students, strained and blundered into confronta- white students from retreating to separate Greensboro, N.C., also observed that the this may be one of the areas on campus tion at scores of schools, Princeton corners of school after the meetings end. "integrated, unified" anti-apartheid in which they decide what they want to do University senior Michelle Marsh went to "Regardless of color," explained movement still hasn't had a social impact themselves." a demonstration aimed at clearing the air. Monica Edwards of Wesleyan Universi- on students' "everyday lives." "1 don't think this kind of decision is a "It was called 'Breaking Down Barri- ty's Black Student Union, "you're going "We may go to a demonstration separatist one about life," Weinberg ers" Marsh recalled. "The crowd that to sit with your friends." together," added University of Colorado added. showed up was very integrated." "We're not Utopia," added Tom Frye anti-apartheid activist Jessica Fowler, Nevertheless, some activists think the The show of brotherhood, however, of the University of Chicago's Students "but the next day we don't hang out anti-apartheid movement has helped mix didn't last. "Afterward, there was a dinner for Divestment, whose members also together. I don't know if that's a racial the races at their campuses. for the organizers, and I wound up being tend to separate by race after their issue or not." "When we eat together," reports Ann the only black student in the group. It common work is done. He maintained, Many students and observers find the Frand of Western Michigan University's (integration) broke down once again," however, that "whether people sit at social segregation okay because it seems South African Solidarity group, "it's said Marsh. separate tables in a lunchroom is to be voluntary. blacks and whites together." Her experience wasn't atypical. Black irrelevant." Indeed, Michigan's Jones thinks the At Yale, activist Hosea Baskin said, the and white students may be friendlier to Others aren't so sure. social separateness is explained by people "people who do political work together each other, but social segregation stub- "Both sides can be frustrated by the tending "to relate to whom they are also spend time on a social level bornly remains the normal campus lack of integration," sighed Betsy Lance- comfortable with. I am more comfortable together." arrangement, according to students, field of Stanford's Students for a Free with other persons of Afro-American And in spite of the separateness on faculty members and sociologists. South Africa. descent." other campuses, '"everyone wants to be Even the well-integrated anti- It's just "the social realities of racial "Minority students," McMillin said, optimistic" thai integration can occur, apartheid movement—which concluded sena-atsness." maintained Chris Jones of "have a reason to stick togetner because said Stanford's Lancefield. November 29,1988 PANDORA'S BOX page 5 Growing Black Students Caucus Increases Cultural Awareness Paula Ann Bennett that the BSC has been influential in Science Editor breaking down barriers between Ameri- The Black Student Caucus (BSC) was can and Caribbean blacks. founded in 1987 by the present president The BSC believes the teacher prepara- Ian Reid. Its primary objective is to tory department should mandate that all inform and educate black students about education majors complete at least nine their African heritage. credits in Afro-American Studies since This organization attempts to break almost 80 percent of the students in New down social and national barriers and York City public schools are blacks and unite the black students. It is also bent on hispanics. This would ensure that some defending the rights of all students on teachers in the system have some knowl- campus. edge of the students' history and culture. "I think the BSC is one of the most Reid stated that over 75 percent of the needed organizations on campus," said a teachers in the public school system are of student at one of the BSC functions. European descent. "We will continue to fight for an effective affirmative action plan in the school," said Ian Reid, President of BSG. "They not only fight for us as black "We have seen that, because of students, but they remind us that we ineffective tutoring at the undergraduate Rev. Timothy Mitchell, Arthur O. Eve raw materials for arts and crafts. should be proud of our heritage and be level, these teachers are not equipped with (Deputy Speaker of the New York State The BSC is currently finalizing plans willing to fight for it too." any knowledge of the history of people of Assembly) and Gil Noble of ABC for a scholarship fund to assist graduating The BSC is a growing organization African descent," he said. "In the class- television news. high school students who may not be able registering 43 new members this semester rooms, discussions and examples are The BSC has planned Kwanzaa cele- to afford a college education. They are alone. It continues to fight for an effective based on European experience, and the brations and has sponsored events for also organizing a Mentor/ Mentee pro- Affirmative Action plan in the school. . students get no positive image of them- Black History Month (February) and gram with a high school in Queens. It "We believe that the school adminis- selves or their ancestors." Black Solidarity Day (November). involves 40 high school students. tration and faculty should be proportion- This organization has seen many of However, they have several plans yet to Other functions planned by the organi- ately representative of the student body," their goals realized. They identified execute. zation include: 1) Nov. 22-Debate said Reid. "We will continue to fight for problems with the former dean of The BSC sees black professors as an between York College and Queens an effective affirmative action plan in the students and were effective in obtaining a untapped resource of support and College on the legalization of drugs in school." replacement. The Black Student Caucus strength in the York College community room 3D01 at 3:00pm.2) Dec. 15- Reid admits, that in a school as diverse was also instrumental in fighting for the They plan to meet with black faculty Kwanzaa Celebration in the Center Mall as York College, many problems could expansion of library hours. members in an effort to unite all blacks on from 12pm to 6pm.3) Dec 23-Party to develop due to differences in the many The BSC has succeeded in bringing campus. raise funds for Black History Month. cultures represented within the student many influential speakers on campus. The BSC is also in the process of The BSC has also began planning next body. However, in the BSC, all blacks are They include the renowned black lawyers adopting an elementary and secondary year's trip to West Africa during which seen as Africans who merely arrived in Alton Maddox and C. Vernon Mason, school in Acra, Ghana where some they expect to visit Gambia, Senegal, various parts of the western world on Councilman Archie Spigner, Viola members of the BSC travelled this Nigeria and Ghana. All faculty members different vessels. Plummer (member of the NY Eight), summer on a trip arranged by the club. and students wishing to go will be "No matter where you're from, as long Ibrahaim Hussaint (runner from Kenya Their goal is to raise money to complete welcomed. as you are a black person, you are an who won the 1987 NYC Marathon), the school building and assist students by The BSC meets on Tuesdays in room African," Ian explained. He also noted Tony Brown of Tony Brown's Journal, supplying books and pencils as well as 2M04Afrom 12 to 2pm. Salvadoran Walkathon Big Success Baha'i Association Presents By Larry Lamphere dramatized by the burning of the ENLIGHTENING VIDEO Reporter American embassy a few months ago. "Peace The Promise" On October 15, the Committe in The October 15 walkathon and Solidarity, with the People of El Salvador appearance by Zamora are only one part Uniting People All Over The World (CISPES), held its annual walkathon for of the CISPES' current campaign to AND medical aid to Central America. focus attention on El Salvador. Another GUEST SPEAKER part of the campaign is the use of PLACE: York College Center Mall Walkathons were held in 66 cities advertising in the New York subway across the country. The grand total system. DAH- Friday, December \b, 1988 collected from all the walkathons was CISPES tried to buy subway advertis- TIME: I 2 noon-2 P.M. over $210,000, which CISPES sees as a ing six months ago, but the MTA said it ALL ARE WELCOME huge success. could not allow political advertising. Refreshments will be served!!! The highlight of the New York walka- However, the MTA was forced to change Contact Willis Burris at (718) 262-2529 thon was an appearance by Ruben its position after CISPES threatened to Zamora. He is a high ranking member of sue. The MTA was so scared of negative the FMLN—FDR, which is an alliance publicity that they granted CISPES a of civilian politicians and Marxist- month of free advertising worth over oriented guerillas. The group is united in $10,000. Jamaican Disaster Relief Fund their opposition to the corrupt and The ads finally went up in October. increasingly repressive regime of Jose They feature a graphic picture of a asks for donations of money, Napoleon Duarte. massacred college professor lying in a canned food & clothing to assist In his speech, Zamora emphasized that pool of blood. The caption underneath President Reagan's Central American asks, "What are your tax dollars buying the victims of Hurricane Gilbert. policy has been a total failure. The in El Salvador?" Contras in Nicaragua are no longer a The people of El Salvador are sche- Drop Off Points; serious threat. General Noriega is stiil in duled to elect their next president in power in Panama, death-squad killings in March. FMLN-FDR will be fielding a Center Court: Cafeteria; IEOI El Salvador are fast approaching the presidential candidate for the first time. For more info, call 262-2257 nightmarish rates of the early 80's, and Sympathetic North Americans should even previously quiet Honduras is get ready to protest any interference with Or go to Room 1G04A experiencing a rise in anti-imperialist the electoral process by the military or by feelings. The Honduras situation was the introduction of United States fcrces. page 6 PANDORA'S BOX November 29,1988 Arts & Entertainment U2's Ambitious "Rattle And Hum" A Rock-N-Roll Celebration By Sean N. White Freedom. Together they turn in a Entertainment Editor stunning gospel rendition of "I Still Ambition may be U2's strongest virtue. Haven't Found What I'm Looking For." The phemonenal success of their 1987 On the album's torrid single "Desire," album, "The Joshua Tree," seems to have U2 proves they are capable of wreaking havoc on their own. The song is a stab at inspired the Irish quartet to new heights. the stereotypical rock & roll ethos of sex, Their latest release "Rattle And Hum" is drugs and money. the band's best work to date. The explosive energy of U2's stage "Rattle And Hum" is a beautifully performance is captured on the songs packaged double album set consisting of "Silver And Gold" and "Pride (In The live performances, cover versions and Name Of Love)." "Silver And Gold" is new songs. It is the soundtrack to U2's U2's version of the song that Bono motion picture debut, a documentary of contributed to the "Sun City" album by their 1987 American tour. Artists United Against Apartheid. The "Rattle And Hum" comes across as a lyrics are some of their most powerful: celebration of rock & roll and American "Chains no longer bind me/Nor the music in general. Lead singer Paul shackles at my feet/Outside are the "Bono" Hewson introduces the album's prisoners/Inside the free/Set them free." opening song, "Helter Skelter," as a song " Pride" (In The Name Of Love) is U2's Charles Manson stole from the Beatles most popular song. The strident tribute ;md "we're stealing it back." The band— to slain Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin bassist Adam Clayton, Drummer Larry "Rattle and Hum" is U2's most ambitious work to date and a guaranteed hit. Luther King Jr. originally appeared on Mullen Jr. and guitarist Dave "The their 1985 album "The Unforgettable ridge" F.vans- then launches into a fiery vocals on the song "Love Rescue Me." He "Angel Of Harlem," a song dedicated to Fire." version of the John Lennon/Paul also plays organ on the track "Hawk- Billie Holiday, features the soulful The rock & roll fury of "Rattle And McCartney tune. moon 269." They pay further homage to stylings of The Memphis Horns. Hum" is balanced by quieter moments John Lennon is also the focus of the Dylan with a tough rendition of his "When Love Comes To Town" is the like "Heartland" and "All I Want Is You." song "God Part II", which is U2's biting classic "All Along The Watchtower." product of a collaboration between U2 "Heartland," with its dark sound and denunciation of author Albert Gold- U2 resurrects Jimi Hendrix with his and B.B. King. King lends his dynamic- poetic lyrics, recalls the surrealistic man's book "The Lives of John Lennon." version of "The Star Spangled Banner." It vocal style and inimitable guitar playing imagery of "The Unforgettable Fire" Bono sings: "I don't believe in Goldman, is used as an introduction to the song to this blues rocker. album. his type like a curse/instant karma's "Bullet The Blue Sky." One of the album's finest moments The romantic ballad "All I Want Is gonna get him if I don't get him first." "Angel Of Harlem" and "When Love comes when the band is joined on stage, You" closes the album. The band fades Bob Dylan, another one of U2's idols, Comes To Town" were recorded at the at New York's Madison Square Garden, out and gives way to a lush string co-wrote the lyrics and provides backing legendary Sun Studio in Memphis. by the vocal group New Voices Of arrangement. Best of Marley & Melody Makers By Sean N. White the songs on the album "Time Has Entertainment Editor Come..." are both political and spiritual Ziggy Marley And The Melody Mak- in nature. The triumphant "Freedom ers are one of the top reggae acts in the Road" is a song about overcoming world today. Their album "Conscious obstacles placed in the way by repressive Party," released earlier this year, has political systems. "Aiding And Abetting" produced the hit singles "Tomorrow is concerned with the Rastafarian culture. People" and "Tumblin' Down." The thing that makes the album so The group has also toured the U.S. refreshing is that the songs represent a twice this year, once with the Australian youthful point of view. "Get Up Jah Jah pop band INXS and once on their own. Children" and "Reggae Revolution" call However, outside of Jamaica, little is for youth to come forth and make a known about the Melody Maker's earlier difference in the world. music. "Children Playing In The Streets" was "Time Has Come...The Best Of Ziggy written for the Melody Makers by Bob Marley And The Melody Makers" has Marley. While playful, the song deals recently been released on the EMI with the tragedy of children who have to Manhattan record label. It is a compila- grow up in the ghetto. tion of material from their first three Two of the album's standout cuts are albums, "Play The Game Right," "Chil- "Give A Little Love" and "Met Her On A dren Playing" and "Hey World!" Rainey Day." "Give A Little Love" All four members of the group are the spreads a message of universal harmony children of reggae legend Bob Marley. while "Met Her On A Rainey Day" The Melody Makers include David brings back memories of childhood "Ziggy", Stephen, Cedella and Sharon romance. Marley. Although they were very young "Time Has Come..." may not meet at the time, the Melody Makers exhibited with the huge commercial success of "Time Has Come..." spotlights Ziggy Marley And The Melody Makers' earlier tremendous poise following in the "Conscious Party." But it is essential to music. AII group members are the children of legendary Bob Marley. footsteps of their father. those interested in how the music of the In keeping with the Marley tradition, Melody Makers evolved. November 29,1988 PANDORA'S BOX page? Movies & Music Public Enemy For Unity & Pride No Chills, No Thrills, No Bite Movie Strictly "Child's Play"

By Silvia Orellana Andy becomes very excited when his Reporter new friend introduces himself. "Hi, I'm As children, many of us pretended that Chucky," the doll said. "I'm your friend a favorite doll or stuffed animal was a 'til the end." real, live best friend. In "Child's Play," a That evening, Karen, having to work child's favorite doll comes to life, but it is late, asks her friend Maggie (Dinah not his imagination. Manoff) to babysit. After having tucked "Child's Play" opens with Charles Lee- Andy into bed, she hears a strange noise. Ray (Brad Dourif), a maniac killer, on When she looks to see what is making the the run from detective Mike Norris (Chris noise, she is hit on the head with Andy's Sarandon). While trying to hide, Charles toy hammer and falls out of a 6th floor breaks into a toy store. Inside, he is shot window. When Karen gets home, she by Norris and through a mysterious finds her best friend dead and detective incantation he transfers his soul into an Norris suggesting that Andy may be innocent doll. As he dies, the toy store responsible for Maggie's death. blows up as a sign of the completion of the spell. "Child's Play" is meant to be a chilling The next morning, in another part of thriller, but it isn't. At the beginning of Chicago, six- year- old Andy Barclay the movie, Chucky is nothing more than (Alex Vincent) is watching his favorite a cute doll and it's not terrifying to hear cartoon, Good Guy, and an ad for the a doll say "Hi, I'm Chucky, wanna play?". talking Good Guy doll catches his Towards the end of the movie Chucky Public Enemy From Left: (back) Professor Griff, Brother Roger, Terminator X, attention. He looks to the other side of begins to take on the personality of Brother James and Brother Michael; (front) Flavor Flav and Chuck. the room, at a huge birthday gift, hoping Charles Lee Ray. But even with a scarred that it contains a Good Guy doll. face, a bullet wound, and an attempt at a By Sean N. White make Chuck D's forceful rap style even To Andy's disappointment the pack- sneer, Chucky the doll will not scare you. Entertainment Editor more effective. age contains only clothing. Andy's sad The movie is just too predictable. The The rap group Public Enemy (P.E.) In "Bring The Noise," Public Enemy face breaks his mother Karen's (Kathe- lack of comedy only served to make the has assumed the position of role models declares war against black radio. They rine Hicks) heart. Later that day, by some movie less thrilling. and are dedicated to spreading a message feel that black radio neither gives them stroke of luck, Karen (Andy's mom) The ad's for "Child's Play" make it of black pride and unity through their enough airplay, nor fulfills its commit- meets a peddler who is selling a Good seem like a real nightmare. But, in reality, music. ment to the black community. Check D Guy doll at a reasonable price. it will not meet up to your expectations. Their second album, "It Takes A states: "Radio stations I question their Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back," blackness/They call themselves black, may be the most powerful expression of but we'll see if they'll play this." black self-determination released this A theme which pervades the album is decade. It created such a stir that it sold Minister Louis Farrakhan's call for black 500,000 copies in the first nine days of its self-sufficiency. Some critics have used release. P.E.'s support of Farrakhan as a premise to levy charges of racism against the The record has been met with both band. critical acclaim and disdain. Much of the negative criticism directed at Public Public Enemy's response is the infec- Enemy is because of their militant stance. tious "Don't Believe The Hype." The They consider themselves prophets in the song deals with challenging information spirit of Nat Turner, Marcus Garvey and instead of believing everything you are Malcolm X. told. "The follower of Farrakhan/Don't tell that you understand/ Until you hear The members of Public Enemy are lead the man." rapper Chuck D, his sideman Flavor The most disarming song on "It Takes Flav. their D.J. Terminator X and Professor A Nation..." is the riotous "Black Steel In Griff. The Professor is known as the The Hour Of Chaos." Chuck D is group's Minister of Information and the imprisoned for refusing to serve in the leader of P.E.'s Security Of The First military: "Here's a land that never gave a World (SI W). damn about a brother like me." He The Album "It Takes A Nation..." escapes in a breakout engineered by the begins in shocking fashion with "Count- SIW's. down To Armageddon." Sirens wail as One of Public Enemy's strongest Professor Griff addresses a London statements is not on the record itself. The audience: "Armageddon, it been in album's back cover photo is an overhead effect/Go get a late pass...this time shot of the group in a prison cell standing around the revolution will not be on top of the American flag. televised." Public Enemy has established them- The album's sound is characterized by selves as one of the preeminent rap funky beats, excerpts of Civil Rights groups. But, their longevity will be speeches and bits of other people's music , determined by their ability to withstand integrated with the mixes of Terminator the negative criticism that their powerful Voodoo Doll Chucky and Alex Vincent as Andy Barclay. X. Flavor Flav's timely interjections music creates. PANDORA'S BOX November 29, Special Support Services A Tremendous Help To York Students

By Willis Burris "It's students helping students," said Pittman-Brown, Kelly is working toward Senior Editor Williestine Jacobs, an Accounting major. an even more comprehensive program. The Special Services Program, the She was tutored in the Special Services The English Proficiency Exam Work- Writing Lab and the Extended Day and Program and saw a real improvement in shop, ESL Practice Conversation Weekend programs are all geared her grades. Groups and Career Day are all on Kelly's towards making college life more man- "Because it is student oriented, it agenda. She is located in room 2F01 and ageable for many York students. enhances communication and under- waits to respond to your questions and "Support services are what we strive to standing," explained Jacobs. suggestions. develop and administer," said Marsha Gloria Roldan, who has been tutoring Kelly, director of the Special Services The Writing Lab Program, located in Accounting students for the past year, Program. room 1C18, is another key support was enthusiastic about the program. "IVe service. Dorothy Parker acts as the Kelly's group offers comprehensive had very positive feedback from my energetic hands-on-supervisor of this tutoring programs. One-to-one tutoring students," said Roldan. "They enjoyed program. is provided for students by other compe- working with me and I enjoyed helping tent students. Tutoring is available in them." The Writing Lab, developed by the most of the academic courses offered here Roldan believes that the program can English department, provides direct at York. be especially beneficial to freshman. She assistance to all students enrolled in A group of Chinese students recently thinks that the student-to-student rela- English 100. It also offers drop-in self- aproached Kelly for a Math tutor who tionship not only assists academically, tutoring. This is a process by which any spoke their native language. One day but provides useful hints about college student can visit the Lab, get familiarized Dorolhy Parker, Marsha Kelly, and Charles later, this group of students were well on life. with the equipment and study writing A IcCabe administrators of the Special Services Program. their way to becoming better Payam Saadat is a student who tutors skills independently. In addition, one-to- mathematicians. one tutoring is available by appointment. Math and Computer courses. Saadat is Currently it is not possible to complete "Our philosophy is to be sensitive to excited by the feeling of accomplishment "Its a lot of work," said Samuel all course requirements in all majors in the needs of others and serve those needs he gets from helping students in need. He Ducatel, who was visiting the Lab for the the Extended program. But the program with professionalism and compassion, " also cherishes the friendships developed first time. offers a variety of courses so that students emphasized Kelly. while working with these students. can plan their schedules well in advance. "The Lab is open to all students and Special Services is one of a series of It also provides services in counseling, job Special Services also provides general they should make use of the facilities to student support programs formed in the placement and financial aid. There is also counseling. Kelly urges students to seek improve their writing," advised Parker. early 1970's, under the Department of ample access to the registrar and bursar help early, before its too late. The Extended Day and Weekend Education, in Washington. Such pro- offices for night students. "The road is not easy," said Kelly. Program addresses the trend towards grams provide an array of educational "And if you carry an extra load by older, working students. Charles "We are here to provide the Extended services to various target populations working, parenting or both, you may at McCabe is the director of this program. Day and Weekend students with the same deemed in need of, and deserving, extra times need some help." services, for the most part, that are support. Kelly is sending out a special appeal to "The Extended Day and Weekend provided to the day students," assured As a federally funded grant program, students with any form of disability and/ Program is geared to provide quality McCabe. Special Services caters to students who or economic disadvantage. She also education for those students who are York's innovative support services must either be citizens or permanent wants those who have received tutoring in working during the day and are attempt- show a true desire by the college to residents of the United States. Foreign the past or who have served as tutors to ing to earn an academic degree at night accomodate its diverse student body. students can, however, work as tutors in join the program. and on weekends," said McCabe, who is the program. With the help of counselor Fredette located in room lH04b. in Douglaston, Queens. APEC is easily depicting the flora and fauna of Alley reached by Q-12 bus, LIRR, or automo- Pond Park, Native Americans of Long bile (just off Cross Island Parkway at The Winter Tale At Alley Pond Island, endangered species, the Douglas- Northern Boulevard east). There is plenty Visit the Alley Pond Environmental complemented with scenic nature photo- ton Windmill and more for you and your of free parking. For further information Center (APEC) for The Winter's Tale graphs. The exhibit portrays the har- family to enjoy. and a free calendar of events, call Kim exhibit on display November 21 through mony existing between nature and the Admission is FREE. Estes-Fradis or Carol Ortner at (718) 229- January 7. Winter quotes from Shakes- world of art. The Alley Pond Environmental Center 4000 Tuesday-Saturday 9am-4:30pm or peare are eloquently displayed and While at APEC, there are also exhibits is located at 228-06 Northern Boulevard Sunday llam-3:30pm.

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Continued from Page 4 Music, Art Exhibit, Rare Films, chance to meet other college students & because of structural problems." "There is the CUNY resident form that A Pro-Holiday Memorabilia Show & Sale from other campuses and develop lasting The Archer Avenue subway was first students have to file and documents that relationships." Saturday, December 10,1988 planned to "link" Southeast Queens with have to be presented," said Cohen. He : Students who are interested in the l 00pm— 4-OOpn- Manhattan along the 63rd Street bridge. also said that they have to file within 'Adopt a Student' program, or who Black Spectrum Theatre But, with the postponement of the 63rd deadline. The deadline for the Spring would like to offer any input into the Mcrrick Boulevard & 119lh Avenue Street tunnel, this won't happen within semester is December 1, and for the Fall activities she has planned, are advised to Jamaica I New York 11434 the forseeable future. semester August 1. contact Rev. Merritt in Rm. 1E01-B in Featuring Subway riders will find the Archer "Sometimes students walks in after the AWARD WINNING ACTOR the academic core building or at ext. Avenue station to be uniquely designed. deadlines," said Cohen. "It's unfair to GLORIA LOWERY .TYRRELL.**. 2287. Her office hours are: Mondays & Its high-domed ceiling is dramatic and its other students when they walk in during Portraying "4 Personalities Tuesdays—10-12 & 1-2 and by appoint- interior is a mix of tile and stainless steel. registration." * • • • ment on Wednesdays. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr "People will notice how modern the Cohen noted that part-time personnel "I would like to invite the students to Dr. Mary M<=Leod Bethune Archer Avenue station is compared to has been hired to specifically handle feel free to stop by the office," she said. Madam C.J. Walker other subway stations," assured Evan. student services. 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By Mike Beiner them. Their plan at this point was to beat Women's Volleyball Coach City and advance to the final round. City proved to be too tough an The captain of the York College opponent. The Lady Cardinals took the women's volleyball team, Marisol first set 15-4. But, in the second set of the Rosales, was named to the CUNY ALL- contest, City reversed the score defeating STAR team as the Lady Cardinals came the Cardinals 4-15. With one game within two points of making it to the final apiece, the match was down to a tie- at this year's CUNY tournament. breaker. The ALL-STAR team consists of six players each of whom is nominated by With York's team behind 9-14, Pilar her coach. Besides her duties as captain, Moreira went to the service line. She Rosales is one of the setters for the team, belted a strong serve and had help on the a strong spiker and, on a good day, can front line from first year player Dori produce a few mean serves. Mou. The score soon climbed to a 14-14 This year's CUNY Tournament set the tie. Lady Cardinals in a pool with City, However, after a time-out by City, the Baruch and John Jay colleges in the semi- Cardinals dropped the two points needed final round. The matches were the best for victory. The final score of the second two of three with the top two teams game left City on top, 16-14. This loss advancing to the finals. eliminated York's volleyball team from In the first match, the Cardinals went the tournament. Members of the York College Women's Volleyball Team with their Coach Mike Beiner, up against John Jay's Bloodhounds. The teams advancing to the final round Featuring serve reception by newcomer from the Bloodhounds, 15-8. The Lady both games 3-15 and 4-15 respectively. A were Baruch College, in first place, and Libia Ramirez and aggressive front-line Cardinals had won their first match. lack of communication on the court City College in second place. play by Marisol Rosales, the Lady The second challenge was to get past contributed to York's defeat. Students who wish to try out for the Cardinals tasted their first victory, 15-12. Baruch's Statesmen. But, even with The final contest was against City women's volleyball team are asked to With added confidence, first year player excellent serving by veteran Denise John College. The women's volleyball team contact Coach Mike Beiner in room 227C Hong Mao and Lillian Regalado came to and front-line play by Cathleen Lynch had played City twice during the season or to see one of the players. life as the second game was also stolen and Wendy Nieves, York was stopped in and had won individual matches from Tryouts will .begin in the spring.

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