California State University, San Bernardino CSUSB ScholarWorks Coyote Chronicle (1984-) Arthur E. Nelson University Archives 10-9-1997 October 9th 1997 CSUSB Follow this and additional works at: https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/coyote-chronicle Recommended Citation CSUSB, "October 9th 1997" (1997). Coyote Chronicle (1984-). 421. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/coyote-chronicle/421 This Newspaper is brought to you for free and open access by the Arthur E. Nelson University Archives at CSUSB ScholarWorks. It has been accepted for inclusion in Coyote Chronicle (1984-) by an authorized administrator of CSUSB ScholarWorks. For more information, please contact [email protected]. \ The Coyote u^ 'nardino ^ /997 J _L/, 'SRarv Volume 32 Issue 1 California State University, San Bernardino October 9,1997 Inside... President Embraces Change By Amy Wahe On October 2nd, President News Chronicle Staff Writer Kamig met with CSUSB faculty to discuss issues and concerns of Life at Cal State Ssm Bernardino the faculty. Kamig himself was the is r^idly changing. From the new first to show up, and although the faces (m campus, to the new build­ meeting only started with about 14 ings and construction, it is appar­ of CSUSB's professors, by the end Feator^ ent that our school is evolving in of the session, all 25 participants positive ways, including the instal­ were actively engaged in the lively ....page 8 lation of a university president who dialogue with the president. is committed to improve and The tone of the meeting was re­ strengthen Cal State San Bernar­ laxed, friendly, and positive. dino by enhancing"Student Life." Kamig opened the session by mak­ Rovin He also aims to decentralize the ing it clear that he was interested budget and to help meet the aca­ in the faculties' input, concerns, Reportlr demic and service needs of the San questions, and ideas. Having no ....page 8 Bernardino community. preset agenda for the meeting, his In conjunction with his goals, only concerns were those of . the Albert Kamig has held several teachers who attended the meeting. meetings on campus with students During this meeting, be addressed and faculty to better understand a variety of issues concerning the Calentf# our needs and viewpoints. Eager CSUSB, from the role of the Uni- # i!....page 12 to acquaint himself with our cam­ vo^ity in the community, to cam­ pus community, he has scheduled pus life. By handling each ques­ a series of open forums with the tion and concern with honesty and students and faculty, at which any openness, he showed himself to be questions, concerns, or feedback - see Kamig page 4 — Paw Prints . fc may be presented. .tipaqe 13*^ East to West By Doris Bravo Chronicle Staff Writer Arts & The CSU system has a new Enteitainrnent Chancellor who was named Mon­ A.!tpagS»i4 day, and will begin May 1, 1998. Just this past weekend, the Board of Trustees found a candidate who displayed the preparation and ex­ perience they deemed necessary Sports for the position. This was done ....page 19 through a very thorough review and interviews of potential candi­ dates both inside and external to the higher education community. The offer of appointment was Healtl^^^^ The New ASi given to and accepted by Dr. Charles Reed, who is currently Innovative President Outlines Goals Chancellor of the Florida Board of Regents. Reed had worked with By Kristen De Cicco President Ose Amafidon addressed foster positive social and academic Rorida's 10-campus system. Dr. Chronicle Staff Writer his campaign message that stu­ opportunities. Reed completed his baccalaureate, ClasssSi^P dents are calling for changes to be "The representatives are in ac­ masters and doctoral studies at The theme of the officers of the made in existing policies. The cord that we can make the Univer­ Gewge Washington University in ....page 23 coiporation for the 1991I9Z school newly elected president said that sity of California, San Bernardino, Washington, D.C., as well as, hav­ year is "change." ASI acknowledges the diversity on a model institution, if we empha- ing taught there in the College of In his convocation speech ASI campus and has identified ways to ~ see ASI page 18 -- Education. News The Coyote Chronicle October 9,1997 COME SEE NOKIH POINTE APAKIMENTS AND GET YOUR MONTH'S WHEN BRING IN •O. A. C- North Pointe APARTMENTS (909) 881-3305 1265 Kendall Drive • San Bernardino • California 92407 Proud Supporter of Coyote Athletics Photo tiy Krifton •>• Cicoo Threatened Health Center Passes Referendum r Thp Covnte By Kristen De CIcco (^HRCMCLE income fOT two years; Proposal 2 this Health Fee Referendum, such Chronicle Staff Writer provides the flexibility to ensure as San Diego and Hayward. Cur­ University Hall, room 037 coverage for several mcxe years. rently, Humboldt is voting on its 5500 University Parkway Cal State's endagered helth cen­ Bernardo Vizcarra, the leading own referendum. San Bernardino, CA 92407 ter is saved by the passing of two campaign advisor, diligently spear­ Dr. John Hatton, Director of the (909) 880-5000, exL 3940 (newsroom) referendums. headed the campaign for the Student Health and Psychological (909) 880-5931 (business office) In the early 1990s, severe slate Health Center. Vizcarra felt any Counseling Center, said: "the pass­ FAX (909) 880-7009 and local budget problems threat­ lack of communication might pre­ ing of both referendums means fi­ E-Mail: [email protected] ened the continuation of the ser­ vent students from acquiring infor­ nancial stability of the health cen­ vices rendered by the Student mation about the referendum, thus ter is assured for years to come." Contributing Writers and Staff: Mary Ellen Abilez, Lauren Health Center Services that are preventing a clear choice for the The final results of the Health Algallar, Corina Borsuk, Doris Bravo, Kristen De Cicco, offered for a fee less than $10 per people. In order to bridge the gap Fee Referendum were 87% in fa­ Heather Forester, Lakeisha Johnson, Abe Sanchez, Amy month. This fee covers treatment of communication, Vizcarra paid vor of Proposal 1 and 75% in fa­ Wahe, Frances Williams, and Donald Willis. for acute illness, first aid and mi­ visits to classes, fraternities, and vor of Proposal 2. nor surgery, full family planning, sororities. He also set up an infor­ free immunizations, and psycho­ mation booth located outside the logical counseling. The complete Student Union. pharmacy will also save you "A $3 increase per quarter is not EXECUTIVE EDITOR Chcri Dixon money because it sells products at much. It's the price of a hamburger MANAGING EDITOR Rob Bradficld cost and fries; or, for you vegetarians In addition to the low cost con­ out there, the price of a veggie DESIGN EDTTOR Laura Hall venience is another issue to ccm- burger. Certainly, having a Health m PRODUCTION EDrroR Jeancttc Lee sider. Since the Student Health Center that can see you in 15-20 PHOTOGRAPHY EDITOR Frances Williams Center is on campus, a doctor's minutes, in some cases, is more Cliroiiicle £q>pointment can be made between beneficial than having to drive ADVERTISING MANAGER Crystal Chatham classes; and usually an appoint­ down to the local hospital for DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Dcnnis Egizi ment can be made the same day or medical services," said Vizcarra. FACULTY ADVISOR Robin Larscn the next—unlike the busy HMO The Student Health Center pro­ programs. vides primary physical and men­ BUSINESS MANAGER Dan Ttickerman Concern about the need to raise tal health services through fully the student health fee began three credentialed and licensed provid­ S^O-5000 The Coyote Chronicle (The Chronicle) is published on allernale Tliursdays years ago. Since then, expenses ers. Additionally, a full-service at- durii^ ihe academic session by the Depaitment erf ConununicaUon Studies, ext. 3940 California Sute University, San Bernardino. have increased, requiring addi­ cost pharmacy is present. Very low The opinions expressed in The Chronicle are those of the student wnters and tional income to provide a high cost referrals for laboratory and editors, and do not reflect the views of the university, its administration or standard of services while main­ radiology services are available. faculty, or any other person or institution unless expressly noted. The appearance of any advertisement in The Chronicle does not constitute an taining the operational cost of the The Center has achieved nation­ endorsement by the newspaper of the goods and services advertised. The center. ally-accredited status. Chronicle reserves the right to reject any advertisement it deems inappropriate. .. Proposal 1 provides sufficient Other colleges have also passed " ^ News October 9,1997 The Coyote Chronicle Page 3 America Reads Comes to CSUSB By Rob Bradfield If most students were asked vice in Literacy Tutoring) in ex­ Managing Editor about his job. Krug is also a man about how they felt about Finan­ with much on his mind these days: change for tutoring grade school cial Aid on CSUSB campus, reac­ new tax laws benefiting students children both to read more effec­ Have you ever heard anyone say, tions would probably range from and parents, the Financial Aid tively and to develop a love for ^ Vi« "You know, that group over there satisfied to—most extreme worst office's new web-site, and new reading. in Financial Aid is doing a Hrst- case scenario—enraged. Gener­ ideas for Federal Work Study pro­ Without factoring in CSUSB's London $270 rate job. They processed my appli­ ally, students in the system don't grams that give students the oppor­ unique slant on the program, cation quickly and efficiently and feel anything resembling "un­ tunity to earn their way through America Reads is a story on its Paris $26# I got my aid right when I needed bridled joy" toward the Financial school.