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This Book is brought to you for free and open access by the Campus Newspaper Collection at MUShare. It has been accepted for inclusion in The Carbon by an authorized administrator of MUShare. For more information, please contact [email protected]. The Hang in there! Carbon Vol. 7, No.12 A Student Publication of Marian College 30 November 1989

Car damaged in robbery

by Dallice Hcsselgrave

On Sunday, Nov. 12, between 7:45 and 8 p.m., Karen Schneider's 1986 Honda Accord was broken into in the married students' housing (campus apartments) parking lot. The thief broke in through the window and ripped out the AM/FM radio. When Senior Beth Riehle, Homecoming Queen, and her court were the radio was ripped out, it also ripped out photo by T. Snyder presented Saturday evening at the Homecoming Dance. the wires connecting the turn signals, brake lights, speedometer, etc., bringing dam­ age to the car to $2000. Homecoming adds a new twist Schneider had gone out to her ca r at 7:45 p.m. to look for some papers; she could by Susan Schuppan gym. The Spirit Trophy was awarded to not find them and returned to her apart­ Clare with 110 points, St. Francis came in ment. Around 8 p.m., she went back out to Homecoming events were a little differ­ a close second with 100 points, and Doyle her car and found it had been broken into. ent this year with dorm competition in­ took third with 55 points. Mary Hinman, who lives next door to stead of class competition. The activities The Booster Club was in charge of the Schneider, commented, ''I didn't hear included Name That Tune, Stupid Hu­ dorm competitions this year and plan for anything." Hinman had no idea what had man Tricks, Red Wagon Floats, Balloon them to be an on-going race to build unity happened. Game and Orange Pass. There was a within the dorms. They feel that the class Chief Bob Elliot, Marian College Police small number of students participating in competitions were "getting old," so they Department, is at a loss for leads. Cur­ the competitions, but those who did show (please see HOMECOMING, continued on page 4) rently, no one has come forward with any up were at each event. information about the break-in. " I think The event which had the best turnout she might have been followed by someone was Name That Tune which was won by who later broke into her car," commented Clare Hall. Stupid Human Tricks was Elliot. Schneider had just come from her \\On by Lisa Kaufman who imitated a kemal bridal shower and had her car full of gifts. of popcorn being popped. Clare Hall Luckily, she had already removed them recieved first place for the float competi­ from her car. tion which was held in Clare lobby. St. •,. . .. ·.·.' Schneider stated, "I really feel sorry fo r Francis Hall came in second with Doyle t~e ~east the person who did it -- that they we re so Hall trailing with third place. The ribbons .B ;;;~fy & 7 desperate to steal and vandalize." awarded for this event will be displayed in Although another car was broken into the cafeteria. The Orange Pass, which Catholic identity 8 that night on campus, it is doubtful that seemed to go over quite well, was won by the two break-ins were related. Ell iot said St. Francis. Doyle tied with St. Francis for Editorial 9 that the methods of break-in were totally the Balloon game which was held in the different. THE CARBON page2 30November 1989

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It was a wonderful surprise. To have the During the holidays no newspapers will faculty and staff serve students Thanks­ be saved. giving Dinner was the best thing that Magazines and mail, I will keep in the happened for me on Monday, Nov. 20. It mailroom. First class mail, I will forward means a lot to students when faculty and to your home. s~aff volunteer their personal time and Ifyou do not intend to return to Marian in energy to do a favor for them. Besides January, please send your new address to that, the meal itself was delicious and the newspapers, magazines and those who send atmosphere almost elegant with table­ you letters. Thank you. cloths and centerpieces. I think I speak for many when I say I appreciate all the :--Sister Rosemary Lee THECARBON planning and effort that obviously went into preparing that meal. Thank you to Marian College all who participated. It was a day that I Indianapolis, IN 46222 will not soon forget. Mock Rock thanks Editor Tina M. Kunkler .-- Beth Peter I would like to express my thanks to every­ one who helped with Mock Rock this year. Associate Editors The showwas a success because of the hard Michael Rinard I Dallice Hesselgrave Donations for the poor work and dedication of many people, in- cluding the announcers, judges, perform­ Production Editor ers, backstage crew, and the other mem­ Faculty--Students--Everyone! ! Michelle A Scheidt the needy need you. bers of Clare Hall Board. I would also like to thank Mr. Mike Henderson for all his Business Manager Bring clothes, food and toys to the switch­ Stacey Nicholas board or mailroom. Take some chances: help. 1-- $.25 or 5 - $1.00. In addition, a special thanks goes to ev­ Advisor Dr. Brian Adler Prizes: eryone who came and watched the show. Your enthusiasm and support was very Hand crocheted Christmas tree skirt Staff Baby Afghan much appreciated. Hopefully, this enthu­ Michelle Leman, Beth Peter, Jeff Redenbaugh, Lucinda Griner, Donna Sanders, Ilev Ward, Rob 6 Goblets siasm will continue and we will have as much participation in other schoouled events Deems, Kimberly Blair, Frances Kepes, Laura 2 Stuffed Bears Horner, Trisha Miller, T.J. Woodring, Troy Snyder, Wrist watches on campus. Marlene Hartman, Doug Lecher, Lance Coons Coffee Butler, etc. If you don't like to take chances, donate --Diane Raver The Carbon, a source of news and information as well as an open Clare Hall Board Pres. forum for the Marian College Campus community, is not an official some money. Any help will be appreci­ publication of Marian College and does not necessarily reflect the views of the college administration, faculty, or editors. Readers are ated. The drawing will take place Dec. 7 invited to submit timely and relevant letters of opinion to the editors. Such letters should not exceed 150 words and must include the at the evening meal in the Cafeteria. author's name and phone number. Forverification purposes the letter Hanging of the Greens must also be dated and signed. Telephone numbers will not be pub­ lished, nor will anonymous letters be published. Letters may be edited --Sister Jean Gabriel for clarity and brevity. Editors have authority to reject any letter they feel to be potentially libelous, obscene, inOammatory, or in poor taste. Sister Rosemary Lee A special thanks goes out to the Fresh­ Ordinarily such letters should aim to address issues, clarify events, man Class for coming to the Hanging of promote understanding. orclearlyidentifywhatis going on in an event, issue, or scene. No guest editorials will be accepted unless explicity the Greens at Allison Mansion Monday, solicited by the editors. Unsolicited pieces will e treated as letters to the editors. Letters to the editors must be turned in to the Carbon's Nov. 27. This group of students did an mailbox in the faculty mail room by 12:00 noon, Monday, theweelt they excellent job decorating the mansion for are to run. Please see page 6 Any campus club or organization sponsoring an event can advertise the Christmas season and bringing the spirit in the Carbon at no charge by submitting a 4•x5• ad to the Carbon in the Carbon mailbox in the faculty mailroom one week before the ad is for additional of the holidays to the campus. Merry to run. If typesetting is required, the ad must be submitted two weeks in advance, and a fee will be charged. The Carbon will run the ad fort he Christmas! two weeks preceding the announced event letters to the editor. Events or informational notes can be submitted for the Knightly notes by campus organizaions or persons. The text must be 50 words --Vicki Welch orless. The deadline for Notes is Mondays at 12:00 noon in the Carbon mailbox. The editors reserve the right to edit all advertisements and Director of Conferences & Events notes submitted. 30 November 1989 THECARBON page3

by Beth Peter enter the field of art education. In order to do that, it may be necessary to transfer This year there is a unique pair of seniors to Northern Kentucky University, but with much in common. Susie and Lisa Schmeltzer is undecided about that right Schmeltzer are from Dover, Indiana, at­ now. tended East Central High School, are Some faculty that have been influential majors with the Art Department, and are for Lisa include Doug Daugherty, Fr. sisters to each other. They also have three Francis Bryan, and Bill Pedtke, Sr. "Both brothers and three more sisters, one of Philosophy and Theology have rounded which also attends Marian --Jenny Sch­ my social and ethical views and have helped meltzer. in giving me direction in my life." Susie first heard about Marian through In spare time, the younger Schmeltzer her high school guidance counselor. She enjoys writing poetry, doing crafts and wanted to go to a small, Catholic college dancing. with a family-type atmosphere and is happy Lisa suggests that students get involved that she has found exactly that at Marian off-campus as well as on-campus. "Get to College. As it turned out, Susie waited a know your environment by learning about year after high school to attend college. the city. Its an important and educational She commented, "I think it was a good experience." idea for me. I was able to collect my Susie and Lisa roomed together their ; thoughts and figure out what I wanted to freshman year and the last two years they do." have been suitemates. As sisters, they are photo by T. Snyder She is happy with the friends and faculty very close, but both agree they each need she has met at Marian. "Some of the their own space to grow as individuals. Lisa & Susie Schmeltzer teachers here have inspired me and helped me continue to want to learn." One thing she dislikes is "all the hassle we go through to get some things accomplished. Hope­ Peek at the week fully that may change with the new presi­ dent," she said. Thursday, November 30: Women's Basketball, Anderson, 5 p.m. (A); Theatre When asked what her plans were for Production Beauty and the Beast, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Degree Candidates for 1989- after graduation, Susie stammered with a 90 file application with Assistant Academic Dean; Cap and gown measurements, dazed look in her eyes, "I'm so confused. I 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Mexican Traditions, Clare Hall Lobby, 8 p.m. really don't know," but then with a smile, "I plan to work for an art agency or art Friday, December 1: Madrigal Dinner, 6:30 p.m., Allison Mansion; Beauty and studio and get some experience so I can go the Beast, 10 a.m. out and be a free-lance illustrator. Then, eventually, I'd like to illustrate my own Saturday, December 2: Make-it-take-it, Allison; Madrigal Dinner, 6:30 p.m., children's books. Somewhere in there is Allison. marriage to Jason Orndorff." Susie and Jason have been dating for five years. Sunday, December 3: Madrigal Dinner, 6:30 p.m., Allisol).; Beauty and the Beast Schmeltzer advises new students to get 7p.m. involved. "If you think some group or organization needs to be started, get in­ Monday,Deccmber4: BeautyandtheBcast, lOa.m.; Howto Cope with Death and volved with the planning of it." Dying, lecture in St. Francis Hall library, 9 p.m. Lisa Schmeltzer learned about Marian through Susie. She heard that a student Tueooay,December 5: Men's Basketball, Indiana Tech, 7:30 p.m. (H); Beauty and could get a good education at Marian and theBcast, lOa.m.and 1 p.m.; College Council, 12noon;MCSABoar

IL~o::-' :>:::..:..:/ .:..:.../ ::..:..:::_: ::..:..:: .:..:...:, ___.____;:.::..:;; .:..:...•••Jfu .;;;;_ \;_:_)"""-.i ;..,,._g---"'\""""·.·~~·····=· t=.e~.·····~}_·.•····= s='.=:'=·tl,;_····· _e ...... \~ .:-'--······_< ____~I :· ~:d;~~;a;;~~,;;~;'.~~~s~~;~~e~;~~;~;;~~o~n; ·= • ELS have started. a new program called " Contact the : by Michael Rinard • world". • : The main goal of this program is to match Marian : Assistant Counselor Peter Cotton patch asked the young camp­ • College students to International ones through conver- • ers how their Thanksgiving holiday was. : sation partners: The students will have the opportunity : Jane answered that she went home for the first time since camp • to meet a partner from the country they are interested in. • started and she reported that her dog had new puppies, and her • This program will also organize get-togethers, arrange • cat had new kittens. "I was really excited to see my new puppies : visits for Marian students to ELS classes, and promote : and kittens, since I couldn't be home for their birth. Besides they • International student visits to Marian classes. Having • are all so cute, I wanted to bring one of them back, but the camp : collected the names of the interested students during the : rules says that we can't have pets in our rooms." • International Festival, we will be contacting them start- • When Sally was asked about her break, she said, "It was good to : ingnextweek. Meanwhile those who wish to participate : go home for some real home-cooked meals for a change! I really • inthisprogram,pleasecontactYasKaram Ext698orthe • liked the personal attention I received from my folks." : Business Department Ext 269. Inquiries may also be : Some of the young campers said that they had no home to go to, • directed to ELS at 923-2371. • so they had to stay at camp. This is one problem campers run in to over breaks, plus paying for their campsites. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Camptroller Joe Wagner said, "In order to make money we (HOMECOMING, continued from page 1) have to charge for everything, that includes meals and campsites. There are no alternatives to the camp fees." decided to try something new. They hope for the possibility of (And everyone thought he left!) the dorm competitions to carry over into Field Day. The only disappointment with the Homecoming events was the outcome of students participating. Complaints have been made concerning the social activities at Marian yet when even ts were scheduled the turnout was low. But, to those who did show, the Booster Club is very appreciative of their participa­ . Historic Holiday tion. They would like to hear from the students what they liked or disliked about the competitions. Feedback would be appreci­ Jin HomesTour ated about the new activities. Contact Mikki Poynter, ext. 145, or Brenda Gauck, ext. 193, co-presidents of the Booster Club, View 5 historic Indianapolis with any comments or suggestions. The biggest event before Homecoming was Mock Rock. There homes decked out in holiday were eleven acts, excluding last year's winner "Leader of the cheer. Tour includes: Pack," which returned for an encore performance. The winners for this competition were, in first place, "The Lonely Goather­ Allison Mansion, ders" featuring Beth Peter, Angela Fenoglio, John Peter, Ray List, Vito Viscuso, Karen Federspiel, Dawn Hengel, Jerry Benton House, Riley Home, Bessler, Donna Sanders, and Mary Saucerman. Second place was taken by "Shama Lama Ding Dong" with Benjamin Harrison House, Bill Pedtke, Danny Johnston, Craig Reynolds and James Pruett. "The Best of the Chipmunks" won third place with an act Morris-Butler House including Bryan Garland,- Brian Johnson, Brad Keinsley and Steve Hamilton. The Variety Show consisted of everything from songs to skits may be purchased at to dances. There were twelve acts as well as the announcement Tickets $5 Allison Mansion or by of the Homecoming Court. The turnout was less than expected, but the audience seemed to appreciate the show. j)l calling Vicki at ext. 299 Senior Beth Riehle, Marian College's 1989 Homecoming Queen, enjoyed the dance on Saturday. This was her first Homecoming Dance during her college years and she had a good time with her friends. 3 0 November 1989 TIIECARBON pages

(Joming · Dear Carbon Readers, · -. _· Soon... We are now more than several days beyond Inauguration, approaching the stuff of which institutional memory is made. . WinilfAIEliiian hf In expressing my deepest gratitude to all of those who ,.... ,.... ,.... '.!! th~ ... : .·. ·...... contributed so much, I will share with you my most vivid personal impressions of some who, on November 12, 1989, represented a notable bit of Marian's growing family. Snapshots unstructured, recorded only to assume one incidental and sentimental corner of the mind of our College. Fioretti J Mrs. Barbara o., Bettied but unbowed, seeking the best that balanced deference to role would allow -- cheerfully spousal, professional and nurturing within parameters evolving and among .. til11erary,publication ot loving former strangers .... Sister Norma, pre-dawn to post-dusk, attendant to detailed multiplicities in prayerful productivity of Mafia.ti College) a bloom which grew magnificently beyond her description of job .... Inaugural Committee members working gracefully with apogee, through incalculable hours of dry envelopes, moist potatoes and varied sensibilities -- supporting the Board's own Watch for it! robust embrace .... Students and alums who lined up and signed up and smiled up, extending welcoming hands to guests unknown ...... ~ .~ .~ ...... ~ . Professors and administrators who released that unarticulated steam of spirit which preludes mere words about institutional identity .... Delegates from across this country who arrived with hugs and acted as if they belonged here .... Multi-directional congratulatory mailings converging with exposure by every major source of media this town could provide -- on its T.V. channels and in its papers of news, seeming to conspire to obliterate our Classified ads covert status .... The Archbishop who flew in and out and into Baltimore by offer of a bonding Mass to Catholics and guests of all persuasions who shared Peace-be-with-you in Francis' shadow FORSALE-50thAnniversarybooks. See .... The Librarian who could really, really read . . .. The how Marian spent her 50th anniversary. Philosopher and friends who could really sing and play heaven to First come, first serve. $15 a book. Call the Sister who produced live, bright red geraniums despite November .... The Photographer who so clearly aimed at hearts to ext. 644 or stop by rm. 108 of Marian Hall. please .... The generous bearer of heavy gold and brilliant sapphires .... Revisitors from Spring who had searched for Clay COMPUTYPE SERVICES: Academic with the proud alumnus who became a chair which can barely sit .... The loving Jesuits who arrived to serve among priests and (Term Papers, Law Briefs), Business, nuns of varied colors through a barometer blessed by God's best Resumes, Personal Typing. Tape Tran­ work .... The former student who · caine not to teach, but to practice law and, still, to practice care .•.. The Managers of Mansions and scription Specialist. Laser Printing. Hours the Service of Food, performing well beyond expectabilities of 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Call Denise Thorpe (317) fair-minded beings .... The cheerful Chauffeur who was driven 291-6599. relatively hard and the pleasant Secretary whose absolute drive was hard as disk .... The college houseplan buddies and career colleagues and family members whc, provided accompaniment past a Lonely? Need a Date? Meet that special second strike to arrive with warr.nth at Cold Spring Road •... The someone today! Call DATETIME (405) actor who tipped by hand his young man doonnan ...• The eloquent Rabbi and home team Minister who offered spiritual 366-6335. maintenance .... The brother who loarned to hit way above the heads of taller kids .... The mom who ca11ne and cried without the physical W ANIED: babysitting, my home, eve­ dad who would have gladly held he?r shaky hand .... and the eighty­ plus Assisi dear who raised us to our feet so that we could, in nings and days,· 2 children. Near North concrete vision, tie Thanksgivin9 right to the eyeballs of Side--fee negotiable. Call Carrie, 257- Renewal .... 3590. To all who partook in the creation of these and so many other compelling recollections, I hope you know how deeply HELP WANTED: Swim Instructor affected my memory has been and how much affection Barbara and I needed, WSI required. Teaching experi­ bring to each of you. ence preferred, but not essential. Con­ venient location. Flexible schedule. For Sin7ly, 17:ii1J more details, call Shari, 841-7187.

~icetti President THECARBON page6 30 November 1989

MCSA holds regular meeting, announces frosh board rep Homecoming thanks by Tina Kunkler that had resigned at the last meeting. A Booster Club would like to thank all dance has been scheduled for Dec. 8 by the who participated in and helped with the The freshman representative to the Marian committee. past week's Homecoming activities. Special College Student Association has been an­ Barb Crock, campus ministry represen­ thanks goes out to: nounced and the board voted to purchase tative, reported that the blood drive was Mr. Dick Hoogerwerf a new mascot costume at the Nov. 14 completed, students will be helping pre­ Dr. Mike Eoff meeting of MCSA pare food baskets at Holy Cross Catholic Carol Dravit Jordi Till attended her first meeting as Church, a penance service is scheduled Sr. Jean Gabriel Jones the freshman class representative after before Christmas and Father Francis Bryan, Sr. Stella Gampfer being appointed by the class officers. The campus minister, is gaining strength after Coach John Grimes freshmen were not represented on the his surgery several weeks ago. Drs. Ray and Faye Craig board until this time because of complica­ Poynter announced plans for Homecom­ Trisha Braun and Kurt tions with election procedures. ing events and a meeting to discuss getting Mr. and Mrs. Kurt Guldner In response to a request presented by the dorms more involved in the events. Mrs. Dave Roberts Mikki Poynter on behalf of the booster Bob Freese, alumni representative, an­ Dr. Drew Appleby club, the board approved a motion to nounced plans to approach the students ARA and Maintenance purchase a "knight'; costume for use at about combining student and alumni Very special thanks goes out to Dave sporting events and other events as ap­ homecoming events and possible changes Roberts and Mike Henderson for their proved by the board. The costume will be in the Alumni Association's constitution special advising and support. Also, a very maintained by the Booster Club. to facilitate the planning of homecoming. special thank you to all the students who In other business, inaugural events were The MCSA did not meet Tuesday, Nov. participated in the weeks events. discussed. The Felicetti's were pleased 21 , but resumed its regular meeting sched­ with the gift of Marian College sweat­ ule Nov. 28. --Booster Club shirts from the student association. Kini Huckaby requested that meeting agendas be posted before the meeting. In the treasurer's report, Jim Meer announced the cash on hand balance was $12,689.66 and the student government account bal­ ance was $1672.53. The budget commit­ tee will meet on Monday, Nov. 20, to discuss reallocations. An open forum statement is being pre­ pared by the Publications Committee, reported Stacey Nicholas, vice president. The Carbon will have an editorial posi­ tion open in mid-December and the Year­ book has purchased a camera. Gary Zamber reported that the agenda for the Nov. 16 meeting of the Student Affairs Committee will include discus­ sion of the alcohol policy for the campus. Karl Klein has been appointed to the Social Planning Committee, said Brian Collett. He replaced one of the members

'"&'RE COMMITIEO 1n FREE ELECr!ONS ... AS SOON AS WE fAMILIMIZf fVf ~ONE WITH M N£W VOllNG ~NE5t' 30 Novenwer 198Y THECARBON page7 Class/teacher evaluations HEY! DIDYOUMISSACONVOCATIONANDNEED distributed to students IT FOR CREDIT?!? Dr. Otis Bowen's presentation will be shown at the follow­ Students will have an opportunity to evaluate teachers and ing times and places: classes during the weeks of Nov. 27 and Dec. 4. The form used Tuesday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., MH 215 by the college was designed by a group of Marian students in fall, Wednesday, Dec. 6, 12:00 Noon, MH 209 1987, under the direction of Dr. Faye Plascak-Craig as a project Remember, Convocations are a graduation requirement. in their Industrial Psychology course. They interviewed most full-time faculty and many students and searched professional .literature on the subject. Marian is the only college that uses any instrument designed by students and accepted by the faculty. Children's show sells out There are five dominant themes that the instrument targets summarized by the following questions: byTJ. Woodring 1. How well have expectations of the learner been communi­ cated by the teacher? Beauty and the Beast director, Marcia Merkle, said she was 2. How well do students perceive their expectations to be met? delighted with the turnout by freshmen and sophomores for the 3. How helpful has the structure, or development, of the course auditions. been? Unfortunately, only seven Marian College students were needed 4. How supportive of active student involvement have the for this version of the Beauty and the~t The eighth person, personal qualities of the teacher been -- as related to the instruc­ playingtheroleoftherooster, isa talented seventh grader, Molly tional setting? Schommer, a wonderful addition to the already talented cast. 5. To what degree have the specific technical skills of teaching, Playing the role of the beauty is senior, Kari Palma. Opposite that foster student learning, been exhibited by the teacher? her, as the beast, is freshman Vito Viscuso. Other cast members An open-ended response sheet permits students to state spe­ include: Dennis McKamey as the Wizard; senior Jerry Bessler as cific concerns and/or point out positive features/qualities. Mikey the Dragon; the other freshman in this production, Dan For an overview of how students rated Marian faculty for 1989 Zielinski, plays Beauty's father, Mr. Clements; Beauty's sisters, spring courses, please see the main bulletin board. Posted there Jonquiline and Jessamine are played by junior Regina Garza and is a copy of the instrument with total college means given for senior Susie McOmber. The director's right hand person is each time. Maria Mooney, the Assistant Director. The Academic Dean regularly reviews the results of student Performances start on Thursday, Nov. 30. Word has spread evaluations as do department chairpersons. Faculty receive quickly about this production, as all elementary school perform­ computerized results and open-ended response sheets some­ ances (during the day)aresoldout: Merkle said that as far as she time after the following semester begins. They are encouraged knows, the only seats left are for the evening performance on to use the feedback as input for professional development. Sunday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m ..

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The Festival of Lights The Festival of Rededication Come find out more about a holiday that Jesus celebrated. Dr. Brian Adler will demonstrate, explain, and answer questions. Wednesday, December 6, 12:00 noon in the West Dining Room Lunchers are welcome! THE CARBON page8 30November 1989 Theater boasts I new light system by Dr. Louis C. Gatto in Minneapolis has been just a memory byTJ . Woodring for a number of years. As Marian positions itself for the future, At the surviving schools, counselors and In early September, the Theatre Depar .. - attention is focused on its religious iden­ teachers--including members of religious ment had a big addition to the auditorium. tity. What does it mean to be "Catholic" orders--seem reluctant to promote atten­ A new Micro-Star lighting system by the today, and what will it mean tomorrow in dance at Catholic colleges. Moreover, the West Star Corp. was installed. The new the 21st century? institutional Church in its sponsorship of system is similar to the lighting systems Questions are easy: answers are more Newman Centers frequently appears to used on Broadway, but costs much less. It difficult. give more direct support to Catholic stu­ runs like a personal computer and can For some, being a Catholic college is dents attending public universities and hold up to 200 individual lighting cues on equal to a certain number of required non-Catholic private colleges than it does disks. The new computerized system philosophy and theology courses for gradu­ those enrolled in its own affiliated institu­ requires only one finger of one person-­ ation. For others, it is shared heritage, tions. unlike the old lighting system which took dogma, and commitment. For still others, With the decline in vocationfs, replace­ three people to work on the board, three it is "critical mass" --that elusive percent­ ments for retiring sisters, brothers, and operators and one person doing the cues age of Catholic students, faculty, and staff priests have had to be recruited from lay in the rear of the auditorium. The opera­ that is believed necessary for institutional ranks. In many instances, the better-quali­ tor of the new system will sit in the back of religious identity. fied faculty and staff are found among the auditorium and see all the action which Back in the days of pre-Vatican II, the non-Catholics. will eliminate all of the old embarrassing question of critical mass really did not · All of these factors obviously have im­ black-outs. exist: there was no need to consider it. An pacted the critical mass. The new Micro-Star system was installed extensive network of Catholic high schools Next week's column will first center on a week before the first performance of routinely fed Catholic colleges. Flourish­ the effect of an eroding solidarity of dogma. Phedre. Now, the Theatre Department is ing orders of teaching religious provided a Then the issue of critical mass will be ready to use it in the upcoming produc­ reservoirofdedicated faculty and staff. In approached from a different perspective. tion of the Beauty and the Beast. this simpler world, theological dissent was virtually unknown to the average Catho­ lic. Newman Centers did not exist on campuses of other denominations. In short, it was akin to heresy tq promote, to sup­ port, or to attend other than a Catholic institution of higher education. Qmsequently, when I was discharged from the army following World War II, there was no doubt that I would return to the "system." Today the climate is different. Much of the old "feeder" network has been dis­ mantled. Many Catholic high schools have closed. Others have merged or passed into lay control. For example, in the past two decades the Indianapolis Archdio­ cese has witnessed a number of changes. Three high schools no longer exist. Two merged and then ceased operation. An­ other has survived only through lay inter­ vention. And a seventh has been restruc­

tured to function both as a junior and photo by T. Snyder senior high school. Elsewhere the story is the same. My high "The Chipmunks" captured third place at Thursday's Mock Rock. school in Chicago has merged under lay administration. My late wife's high school TIIECARBON 30 November;.:-:..•,-:-;.:-:-:-:;-· 1989 ·.:-:.-:-:-:-;.;-:,;. -·-· .·. ·.-.-.-.·.·.·:.·-:-:-:.:_:::::::::::,:::::,_.-: :-:-:-:-:-::-;.:-:-:-;.;.,.:-:-;.;.-·- page9 Bowen addresses national - ··.·,·.·:.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.:-:-:-:-:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::.:::-: !.. ·.··.·. I .. •••••••••••••••·•••••••.•·~••••••••·•••••••••••·•••• Ill.Im~ ~ nutrition at convo·cation by Tina Kunkler ( Doctor Otis Bowen, former _Secretary of Health and Human This week students have been or will be evaluating their teach­ Services under the Reagan administration and former governor ers and courses. Now is the time to recall all those complaints oflndiana, spoke to the college Nov. 21 concerning the Surgeon and compliments we have spread this semester about classes. General's Report on Nutrition and Health. As a student, we have the right and responsibility to be totally "There is inadequate knowledge of the state of nutrition in this honest on these questionaires and "tell it like it is." Because we country," said Bowen. A survey is currently being conducted by came to college to become educated, we should leave with the Department of Health and Human Services to determine nothing less than the best education obtainable at Marian Col­ what Americans know about nutrition and health, according to lege. We also have the responsibility to help pave the way for Bowen, who predicts more adequate knowledge of the state of future students by suggesting changes for the betterment of affairs by 1994. education. The surgeon general's report, intended to provide America's In voicing our views on a course, we can facilitate its change. with guidelines for good health and eating habits, states that Should the next group of students in a class have to take a quiz basic health depends on diet, exercise, social life, auto travel and every day for the entire semester and have 50 percent of their sexually transmitted diseases, among other factors, said Bowen. final grade depend on those quizzes? Do ·college students need The American people must be taught that "good health is more to be read to from a book, or should they be expected to read and important that economic wealth," said Bowen. He went on to prepare for discussion in the classroom? explain that prevention of disease is much more effective than Positive feedback is equally important. If you have learned treatment after acquiring it. Speaking of osteoporosis specifi­ more in a particular course because of a certain activity, let cally, he said the critical time to prevent disease is in the growing someone know so that it will continue and improve. Do you feel years from birth to 25 years ofage and continuing on throughout that one teacher spends more time on students than other life. teachers? Does your English composition teacher convey his Bowen went on to speak about the causes of good health and knowledge and skill to the class? · how lifestyle choices can influence heal th. Today, many diseases This evaluation is the opportunity for us as students to put all of nutritional deficiency have been replaced by diseases of the dorm room and canteen comments on official record. Take nutritional excesses. Nutritional components causing chronic the time to think over the last fourteen weeks of classes when disease when taken in excess include complex carbohydrates, answering those questions. Let's be critical but fair. fiber, sodium, alcohol and fats. To guard against overconsumption of particular dietary com­ ponents, Bowen suggested eating a variety of foods, maintaining proper body weight, avoiding excessive alcohol intake, and investigating diet fads and frauds before trying them. Bowen ended the discussion by answering questions from the audience. Cathy Strain, chairman of the Dietetics and Fashion Merchandising Department which sponsored the convocation, said in closing the session that copies of the full surgeon gen­ eral's report and summaries of the report are available on campus through her department.

THE CARBON NEEDS YOU!! Desktop Publishing (Learn PageMaker!) Layout and Graphic Design Editorial positions will be open in the fall Apply now/or training, and begin worki.ng on the Carbon right away! Call Tina today at ext. 677 or 290. TIIECARBON page JO 30 November 1989 The 1.-. :···: _\(>) Weekly Crossword ---·- Auditions for Gilbert and Sullivan's HMS Pinafore: Wednes­ day, Dec. 6 from 6-8 p.m. in Marian Auditorium. Actors, singers Puzzle and dancers. Please prepare a short song for presentation. For more information, contact Sara Reid, ext. 303, or David Edge­ combe, ext. 292.

Speech Night: Dec. 4 in Marian Hall Auditorium. Controversial Topics and Awards.

Immortality is yours! Campus Ministry is sponsoring a contest. Design a mural of St. Francis for the St. Francis Chapel. Submit your design to Donna Proctor (Mailbox in Faculty Mailroom, Marian Hall) by Dec. 5. Winner will receive $25 and a chance for fame. Questions? Call 255-3144.

Congratulations to the winners of the Ugly Face Contest: Cindy Kopenec -1st place, Karen Federspiel - 2nd place. Thanks to all who participated and helped!!

All students are invited to join MCSNAon Saturday, Dec. 2, to go ice skating. We will meet at 7 p.m. in the lobby of St. Francis Hall and will be going to Pan Am Plaza. Join us for an evening of fun and excitement on the ice.

COLLEGE PRESS SERVICE Nursing students: Join MCSNA on Thursday, Dec. 7, for a ACROSS 41 Period of time 19 Babylonian Christmas Party. Festivities will begin at 8 p.m. in St. Francis 43 Railway: abbr. deity Hall. Santa Claus will be there to pass out gifts for all. So come 1 Aeriform fluid 44 Article 20 Click beetle 4 Ancient chariot 45 Sharp 21 Fruit and have a good time and relax with friends before finals begin. 9 Offspring 47 Suds 22 Rubber ingred­ Reminder: Bring a $3-5.00 gift for the gift exchange. 12 Everyone 50 Fruit seeds ient 13 Prophets 51 Conducted 24 Joined 14 Greek letter 54 Beam 25 Coal or oil Cap and Gown Measurements for students completing degree 15 Edible seed 55 Military student 26 Red-hot piece of coal requirements in December, 1989, or May, 1990, this week. 16 Projecting tooth 56 Deface 27 Composition November 30, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Room 119 in Clare Hall or March 17 Direction 57 Consumed 29 Saucy 18 Vegetable: pl. 58 Winter vehicles 8, 1990, from 2 pm.-6 p.m. Rental payment is made when caps 31 Prefix: before Deciliter: abbr. 59 Pigpen 20 33 Vapor and gowns (plus hoods for BNBS grads) are picked up in May. 21 Symbol for glu- DOWN 37 Hostelry cinium 38 Has confi­ 23 Southern black- 1 Opening dence in ACS Movie and Pilla Night: Come see "Young Frankenstein" bird 2 Saloon suds 42 Near in St. Francis Lobby, Sunday, Dec. 3, at 7:30 p.m. Contact David 24 Shade of brown 3 Thick slice 45 Assistant 28 Knock 4 Ancient Hebrew 46 Shade trees Shaw at ext. 690or Wendy Dawson at ext.191 for more informa­ 30 Market places ascetic 47 Monk's title tion. 32 The sweetsop 5 Feeling 48 Grain 34 Sea eagle 6 Oceans 49 Affirmative vote 35 Birds' beaks 7 Unit of energy 50 crony: colloq. An Ecumenical Prayer Service will beheld to commemorate the 36 Relevant 8 Symbol for 52 Dine ninth anniversary of the death of four American women who 39 Meadow dysprosium 53 Arid 40 Degree 9 Health resort 55 Symbol for died in Central America in December 1980: Ita Ford, MM; 10 Forerunner cesium Dorothy Kazel, OSU; Jean Donovan; Maura Clarke, MM. The

~ 11 ~~s~~~ egg setvice will be held Dec. 1 at 7:15 p.m. in the college chapel and ~ 11 Fairy is sponsored by ARIA Peace and Justice Committee. m1~t~l! ~·fMll)'I~ ~J~;~~n~~:::~~ :~~ ~:~!.~1~~:e~~;~~~~~~:~:~~:c~~ ; , .c~, 'ili, )Ill C~{.'1Jlffb!a.!~1~ -· 111,}w 677. Staff positions in_newspaper design,y?ste-up: and com- ' l 1:,, JJ ,/1/ ~'v c: v'~ ~v-V,:, _...... puterlayoutw11lbeava1lablenextyear. Trammgsess10nsw1llbe ~- ~ held beginning in January.