CSP takes a look at smoking by Katie 011inger that they did not want to be segregated, yet non- halls. After reading responses to the recent smokers clearly stated that they would not like to In a recent rather informal interview with be around smoke at all. "smoke" surveys, I found myself actually sympa- Jamie Guse, who was also working on the policy, As thizing with Congress as they debate over contro- was quoted by an unnamed senior from he mentioned that he was pleasantly surprised at versial issues like this one. CSP, "The needs of many take precedent over the how none of the smokers made a stink about it: wants of few." Far too many students are either Effective August 10th, 1997, all Concordia no pun intended! There are more than likely allergic to smoke or just find it plain nauseating St. Paul buildings will be smoke-free all the time. going to be some unpleasant reactions to this This applies not only to lounges, hallways and to continue to allow smoking in the residence Smoking Continued on page 12 stairwells but also to individual rooms as well. Smoking will be allowed only in designated areas outside residence halls. According to Sharon Krueger, the reasoning behind these measures is simple. Secondhand smoke is just as harmful to the body as smoking itself. More than 87% of the student body finds smoke bothersome and they also lend strong support for the no smoking policy. The intrusive nature of smoke makes it quite difficult to con- tain it in one specific room. Smokers indicated All for the love of students by Heidi Heintz do a report on jobs in Civics class," states Mennicke had a plan for her life. After her Combine a College Psychology Professor, a Mennicke. After St. Olaf she spent five years in a marriage she wanted two children. She would be devoted mother and wife, and member of the clinical setting and then went back to graduate a full-time mother for about four years and then Mennicke Continued on page 2 most important committees we have here at school in psychology at the University of Concordia College. Who is this superwoman? Minnesota. During this time she was the coordi- Well, without her cape and tights, it's Professor nator for undergraduate psychology and super- Sheryll Mennicke. vised teaching assistants. This is the time in her A graduate of St. Olaf with degrees in psy- life when she realized how much she loved the chology, urban studies and criminology under art of teaching and that it was what she wanted to "Do not be afraid; her belt, she originally wanted to become a thera- do with her life. Because she never had a strong pist. "I have always wanted to go into the field of female academic role model, her desire to be a for I know that you psychology since senenth grade when we had to mentor to female students is important to her. seek Jesus who was crucified. He is They've all gone mad not here; for he by Chris Thompson the championship. Regardless, the Chevrolet Students and staff are proudly wearing the has risen, as he has March Madness has hit Concordia again, and Coach of the Year winner Clem Haskins has colors of their favorite teams and as teams are said." the games are providing a mixed bag of emo- shown that Minnesota deserved a tournament eliminated, their fans take a lot of light hearted tions among CSP students and staff alike. The birth last year. ribbing (just ask Geoff Klaas about Illinois). NCAA tournament features the top 64 Division A look around the campus shows just how This year's tournament has provided several One college basketball teams in the nation bat- far reaching the tournament is. Class attendance upsets so far with more than a dozen low seeds Matthew 28: 5-6 ding over the course of six games- for the title of is down (or else a lot of people happen not to beating high seeds through the first two rounds. champion. Minnesota's strong showing in the have a single class after 11:00 a.m.) and several Look for this trend to continue as the David's of Volume 32, Issue 8 tourney has provided an additional spark to the tournament pools have sprung up. "This is the the world knock off the big guys on their way to Concordia College tournament for local fans, especially CSP fans first tournament I've seen in a long time where the national championship. }I 275 North Syndicate who can only dream of a coach who knows how the number one seeds are so dominant that there seems to be no competition for them," says one St. Paul, MN 55104 to win. Many experts pick the Gophers to reach disgruntled underdog fan. Thursday, March 20, 1997 the Final Four, with a modest chance of winning Thursday, March 20, 1997 Page 2 News Two student writers to be honored, are you one? The annual Student Writing Contest is here short stories are welcome. include a clean copy with a cover sheet that The deadline for both awards is April 15, again. This is your chance to showcase your writ- The second award is the Lange Writing includes your name and phone number. Your 1997. Direct questions and submit entries to Dr. ing abilities and possibly win a generous cash Award, established by the division of Humanities. name must not appear on the manuscript itself to Susan Pratt, A-115 (641-8221) or send e-mail to prize. Once again there will be two awards given This year's category is creative writing other than ensure blind readings. Members of the English [email protected]. out. short stories. A cash award is being provided Department will read and judge all entries. This The first award is the Kaden Short Story compliments of Minnesota's Credit Union. contest is open to all Concordia students and Award. This award seeks to recognize student Any work you have written, be it for plea- awards will be presented after a special chapel short story writers at Concordia College. All sure or for a class, may be submitted. Simply this spring. Top ten things better than heaven by Tim Brasher and Aaron Errkinen 10.) 9.) 8.) 7.) 6.) 5.) 4.) 3.) 2.) 1.) 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What could be With music written by the famous Cole own Concordia version," says Charron, who must be something to do on campus better ? You jump to your feet, call a few Porter in the 1930's, Anything Goes is a mas- chose Anything Goes this year as his 50th tonight." You yawn, look at the clock, not- friends suffering from the same distressing terful mix of intricate tap numbers and hilar- play directed.