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Longwood College, Formville, Va, May 6, 1970
Asian Studies Program Held
Search For Personal Authenticity
At Longwood College May 9
Is Theme For Group Discussion
ByLINDASMALLEY The Spring Colloquim of the Virginia Consortium for Asian Studies will be held at Longwood College, Saturday, May 9, 1970. "Thought and Culture: East and West" will emphasize informal talks, presentation of ideas, active discussion between listening audiences and speakers. The purpose of the Colloquim will be to stimulate interest in Asian Studies. Five films will be shown for general interest and background in the culture of Japan, China, and India. These films are "Buddhism," "Hinduism," "Arts of Japan," "Japanese Calligraphy," and "City of Cathay." The Japanese film, "Gate of Hell," was shown May 4,1970. The activities of the Colloquim will begin at 9:30 a.m., in the ABC Room
of Lankford, with registration. Dean of the college, Herbert R. Blackwell, wiU welcome all at 10 a.m. Following the welcome the program will consist of guest speakers and films. Charles F. Baldwin, Chairman of the Executive Committee, Virginia Consortium for Asian Studies, will give a brief history of the Consortium. Kurt F. Leidecker of Mary Washington College and Mary F. Williams of Randolph-Macon Woman's College will also speak before the buffet luncheon at noon. Paul Chaffee of Emory and Henry CoUege, T. Sato of Virginia State College, and Richard C. Rowland of Sweet Briar College will continue the program. Before and after their talks group discussions and films will be presented.
Students Work On Gross Street Help Human Relations Project By JO ELLEN REID and JANE CRAWFORD This past weekend Longwood College carried on its annual festivities in celebration of May Day. Beginning with a tour of the college, May Pole dance, and ending with a picnic on the mall. A group of twenty paint-spattered, barefoot students arriving at this picnic were greeted with glares, stares, etc. Possibly these looks were not of contempt but of questions to their appearance. In answer to these doubting persons - it should be not they who doubt but the twenty individuals should question them. These few persons had spent the day - not celebrating May Day but humanity. The visitors of Longwood for the weekend would not be expected to know about Gross Street, but their hosts should. It was on this street which these twenty students spent the day cleaning, painting, screening, sheet-rocking, and glazing windows of devastated row house. The name given to this street is definitely appropriate. As one student commented, "It IS Gross Street."This street consists of twenty-seven row houses inhabited by black citizens of Prince Edward County. These persons share two outside spigots which are the only source of water. There is no plumbing or sewerage and there seems to be little expectation of any in the future. The students peeled as many as three layers of wallpaper held by nails, tacks and staples from the walls before they were able to paint. To their surprise, at times beneath the paper they found nothing. It was necessary for them to construct walls with sheet rock. One door had been patched with tin cans and should have been replaced, but as one student said, "The
generosity of the community is outstanding." The people at the picnic saw only the physical results of the efforts of these students. It was the satisfaction which they received that is more important. One little black girl said, "I like you all." This was not blacks and whites but as one elderly black man stated, "We have to work together," and that is exactly what they did — work together. Kids from two to fifteen helped to paint. Although some of the smaller ones applied blue polka dots to green walls it made no difference. The pleasure in their eyes made up for all mistakes. These persons worked from nine to five and were still unable to finish. And what was the reason for this? As one student said, "Why with six hundred students at Hampden-Sydney College and two thousand at Longwood only twenty were there?" There are no spoken or written words that can express the feelings which these students held from this experience. As one said, "No comment." This was the last weekend for the work project on Gross Street. It is unfortunate that not more could have experienced what these twenty did. But as one said, "It is easy to talk, but hard to act." Alter all it was May Day at Longwood. Is it not possible to find time for both traditional celebrations and problems of today?
DR. GILES CONSTABLE
Harvard Professor To Speak May 8th On Society In Middle Ages Dr. Giles Constable, Henry Charles Lea professor of medieval history at Harvard University, will lecture at Longwood College on Friday, May 8, at 10 o'clock a.m. in Jeffers Auditorium. This program is under the sponsorship of the University Center in Virginia. A specialist on medieval religious life, Dr. Constable has done research on various aspects of the history of monasticism and has taught courses in general medieval history and on the Empire and Papacy. During the summer of 1961, he lectured at the Centre d'Etudes Superieures de Civilization Medievale at Poitiers, France. His topic will be "The Orders of Society in the Middle Ages." Dr. Constable received his Ph.D. from Harvard University. He has formerly served as professor at Radcliff College and the State University of Iowa. He is a fellow of the Royal Historic Society, a member of the Medieval Academy of America, advisor to the "Journal of Ecclesiastical History," and associate editor of the "Speculum." Dr. Constable is also the author of "Monastic Tithes Form Their Origins to the Twelfth Century." All are invited to attend.
Longwood Professor Publishes Book On Women Poets
Dr. Rosemary Sprague of Longwood's English department, recently published her twelfth book for the Chilton Publishing Company in PhiladelWe realize that the previous com- phia. The book, "Imaginary Gardens," ments may be scorned as were the deals with the lives and works of five students at the picnic. They appeared American women poets: Sarah Teasin colors of green, blue and white. dale, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Emily To others they were colors of paint, Dickenson, Marianne Moore, and Amy but these twenty students would color Lowell. When asked by a ROTUNDA interit real. viewer why she chose this particular subject for her new book, Dr. Sprague responded that her editor, Job Marion, approached her with the idea some two years ago and then she accepted the undertaking because she believed that each of these women was, in her own way, a great poet and that they had been too long neglected by the literary public. Research for "Imaginary Gardens" required intensive background study in American literature as well as very impressive and interesting exploration into the lives of the poets. Her work involved interviews with such people as Margret Conklin, Sarah Teasdale's literary executive; Mrs. Norma Millay Ellis, sister of Edna St. Vincent Millay; and Miss Marianne Moore, who read and approved the chapter written on her own life. "The major standpoint of the book," stated Dr. Sprague, "is to reveal each of the poet's attitude toward her poetry and toward poetry in general." And in keeping with her belief that "no author writes to be studied," "Imaginary Gardens" offers much in the area of pure pleasure reading as well as scholarly information. Dr. Sprague also revealed, oddly enough, that she began writing before Amy Thomas helps with the (Iran-up and paint-up on Gross Street. (Continued on Page 4)
Throughout time man has sought to realize a sense of purpose, direction and meaning in his life. This search for person authenticity is the theme for an exciting and thought - provoking weekend planned for May 8-10. Mr. Harold Wanking, Assistant Professor of Psychology and Pastor-Counselor at Georgetown College, Georgetown, Kentucky, will lead discussions on this theme at the Baptist Student Center throughout the weekend. Mr. Wanking is an extremely popular speaker among college students, and is a fascinating person to know. His background includes working as a civil engineer and naval officer. He holds masters degrees in both psychology and theology. For five years he served as chaplain of a state mental hospital. Mr. Wanking is the author of a book published this April on man's search for personal authenticity, "Being Christlike." Students who have participated in discussions and sensitivity experiences led by Mr. Wanking in the past have found these sessions most meaningful and memorable. The schedule for the weekend is as follows: Friday, May 8, 7:30 - discussion led by Mr. Wahking (at the center) Saturday, May 9 - 9:30 - discussion led by Mr. Wahking (at the center); 1:30 - leave the B.S.U. center for a picnic at Dr. Johnson's
farm; 8:00 - discussion at the B.S.U. center, led by Mr. Wahking Sunday, May 10, 11:00- Worship service, led by Mr. Wahking, Farmville Baptist Church Everyone is Invited to attend any or every event scheduled for this weekend. If you are planning to come to the picnic, please sign the list on the religious bulletin board or on the board at the B.S.U. center, so you will be included for food and transportation. Several other Virginia schools have also been invited to participate in these activities.
HAROLD WAHKING
Richardson And Voyten Win MENC Offices By FALETA WINSTON Jeanne Sharon Richardson and Willie Ann Voyten were honored by the Virginia chapter of Music Educators National Conference at its annual convention held in Norfolk. Jeanne Richardson, a junior, was elected state president of the Virginia chapter. Jeanne is the president of Longwood's chapter of M.E.N.C. and a member of the national professional music fraternity for women, Sigma Alpha Iota. Jeanne's area of concent ration is piano and she plans to teach upon graduation.
Willie Ann Voyten, a sophomore, was elected state secretary of the M.E.N.C. Willie Ann is a member of Longwood's woodwind Ensemble. She is also a member of Longwood's chapter of M.E.N.C. and Sigma Alpha Iota. Studying instrumental and piano she intends to teach upon graduation. Music Educators National Conference is a professional organization which tries to develop interest in music education by exemplifying the profession by programs and talks given by leaders of the field. M.E.N.C. is a national group affiliated with the National Education Association.
Student Assistants Chosen To Aid New Freshmen The Student Assistants were chosen Mary Adkisson, head Student Assistant, has announced the new stu- primarily from the rising Junior Class, dent assistants for the session 1970- the sister class. However, a limited 71. These girls are chosen each year number of outstanding sophomores and to help freshmen adjust to life at Long- seniors were chosen. The job of the wood College, especially dorm life. Student Assistant does not end when the Orientation period ends; this job The Student Assistant will be as- lasts the entire year. During the first signed to a hall in the freshman dorm. few days and this period of adjustment, The day on which the freshmen arrive, the freshman needs an upperclassman the Student Assistants will stay in their to whom she can turn for anything. The assigned hall the entire day, doing Student Assistant is usually there, everything from finding a handyman to ready and willing to help. The Stubringing up the luggage to finding the dent Assistants have been highly reccontact lens that just popped out of ommended. Their Job is a huge one, but they can do the job well! that freshman's eye.
Carol McMullen, Bev Hampshire Prepare Honors Presentations Two students are participating in the Honors Program. These Honors papers, which must be finished by May 4 to be judged by the Honors Committee Examining Board, entitle the students to graduate with honors in their major fields. Carol McMullen, a German major, chose the topic, "The Elements of the Absurdist Drama of Max Frlsch." She has had much background in both French and German literature, including a study of the absurd theatre of such writers as Albert Camus and Jean Paul Sartre.
Bev Hampshire chose to do her paper on the effects of temperature changes on the metabolism of tropical Bev, a Biology major, began working on her paper during the spring o! her junior year. Her advisor is
oott, These students presented their topics to the Honors Committee for approval last spring and have been working this academic year on research and writing. They will receive six hours of credit upon completion of their papers, aft' r passing an oral examination '/jncerning their topics.
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The Week That Should Not Have Been
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Chi burning was announced last week in the dining hall because it was decided that the numerous scares were cutting into student study time But, if one takes a look at last week's schedule they will find that the entire week was planned in such a woy that little or no student study could be accomplished For example, the week began with the required room registration, — the same night, as was announced, Chi burned Tuesday, April 28, was the only day students had a pseudo reprieve for the only activities scheduled were, a student teacher exodus, and a room registration. On Wednesday evening, until Thursday morning preregistration, Longwood's new endurance test was held. Study time as well as sleep was scarce, as everyone including those who were recovering from the previous nights strenuous hassle were blasted out of bed at 8:55 AM by the required fire drill. Those who were blasted should not complain, however, for at 6:45 a m the student teachers left to visit their prospective schools and were absent all day. That night, the sophomores were the guinea pigs for the revised preregistration, which was scheduled at the same time as the Pirandello play In the midst of all these required activities students were supposed to study and complete projects for the end of the semester marathon, not to mention required class attendance. It would seem then, that if arrangements can be made for the announcement of Chi, because of its disrupting influence, some planning and consideration can be taken in scheduling so many major events in one week. — L. K. W.
Increase Membership Dear Editor: Spring at Longwood is always a welcome sight and with it comes the expectation of the annual Chi burning. This year was a very special one as Chi broke a tradition and announced the awaited event. May I commend Chi for its action and also for eliminating the final act of condemning. Chi, since you have broken one tradition or maybe two, look at yourselves again and break another long standing tradition. Perhaps you need to increase your membership to really represent the student body. The student body has grown in size. Perhaps Chi should do the same. George P. Elliott * « »
The Great Wait-In Registration seemed to be a lightly disguised fiasco The fact of it seems to be that there were more tears and waiting to get nothing than any other registration within the last few years There was one consolation — registration the second night went better than the first. One problem was the inorganization of when the pictures for the I. D cards would be taken The ROTUNDA received preregistration reminders last week and included in this was "Don't forget to have your ID picture taken in the Honors Council Room " There was nothing mentioned about having to have the pictures taken before registration This created a hassle and left students wondering when and why their pictures had to be taken first. It was felt by the organizers of this registration that it was not really an experiment but that it had resulted from a request from the student body to initiate preregistration. Still, things could have gone better Course numbers which were closed could have been listed on the walls to eliminate waiting in line for nothing For all that the numbers were used, we could have drawn a slip that said 1, 2, 3, or 4 since all groups from 1-100 were let in to register at the same time the first night Many times when a course was required and other required courses could not be changed, students were told to wait But what was all this waiting for5 Apparently it was hoped that an I B. M card would magically appear on the horizon. Then after waiting for a card to pop up, there was the waiting line to check out The whole affair could have been termed a Woit-ln. Perhaps, because the second night for preregistration was better than the first, there is hope that the planners of it are planning better registrations for the future. — M. A. C
From The Board Various committees lave met and presented their recommendations. Carolyn Cummins, chairman of the Evaluation Committee, submitted reccomendations for committee members for next year. The committee feels it should be increased by two Freshmen and one rising Junior appointed in the fall. The committee also has made several proposals to the Campus Fees Committee concerning the appropriations of fees based on the organization's evaluations. The Board's proposal, concerning the appointment of the Campus Fees Committee chairman, was approved by the administration. The Examinations Committee ili'i ided to send out tetters in the fall to various colleges concerning their respective examination policies. By studying these policies, the Examination Committee hopes to utilize any method which may help our present exam system. The Board accepted Dean Wilson's proposal that during the summer session the new permission blanks will ,i|iplv mh i" Ml stuili'iits and transfers. This was due to the fact that it is impossible to get an accurate ac-
Letters To The Editor Fed Up Dear Editor, I am a rising junior who is completely fed up with the registration system to which we are currently being exposed. I want to use myself as an example. On Wednesday, April 29, I went to Lankford Building at 4:30 p.m. to get my picture taken as a necessary prerequiste for our registration. At 4:45 p.m. we were informed that no more numbers (which were a prerequiste to the picture) would be given until 6:30 p.m. In order to be near the front of the line, I remained in Lankford, bought my dinner there, and proceeded upstairs to sit and wait for the photographer to return at 6:30. The photographer came at 6:45 only to find the doors in which his things were locked. Within the next ten minutes, the line was informed that only rising seniors, with numbers 1-100 could get their numbers to get their pictures taken. Also, the seniors were informed that day students, junior and senior, would be registered first, regardless of number. And then there was the actual registration. .. My question is why are the students here at Longwood subjected to experiments such as this which are doomed to failure from the beginning? The absurdity of this experience would astound even the weakest of minds. Sincerely, Sharon Breeden ♦ * *
count to the upperclassmen attending summer school. The Board would like to announce that the constitutional changes were approved by the student body. These changes were concerning the office separation of ViceChairman of Student Government and Orientation Chairman. The following students were elected to summer school offices: President of SGA, Nona Davis; Vice-President of SGA and Judicial Board, Mary Alice Clements; Secretary-Treasurer of SGA, Nan Byrd; Judicial Board Chairman, Penny Jones; Residence Board Chairman, Bonnie Irby; Resi- From Chi dence Board Vice-Chairman, Selena Dear Editor: Lee; Residence BoardSecretary,PhylChi 1970 would like to thank the lis Brown, and Orientation Chairman, ROTUNDA Staff for the editorial, "Chi Mary King Coleman. Donna Edwards — Its Meaning and Purpose," in last and Sherry Foglesong will serve as week's paper. In a further examination student representatives to the Honors of this meaning and purpose, we would Council Committee. like to expand your comments by pointThe question of alcohol on cam- ing out the growing goals of Chi which pus has been brought up by a few include: students. Anyone wishing to express 1: More extensive public recognition their opinions concerning alcoholic of academic excellence as reflectbeverages on ampul should write to ed in the Honors Program, recogCasey Wilkes giving her your ideas nition of students for membership and suggestions. in Geist, the Honors Assembly, e.g. 2: Recognition of college functions 1920-1970 which strengthen the bonds of reGolden spect for cultural and civic activiAlllllM'lvll 1 I lablishiMI November 20, 1920 ties such as the Heart Fund, Red Year Cross Bloodmobile, Artist Series, I ililor-ln-t Iiirl Cancer Crusade, Institute of SouthMART AI i< i ( uoioin ern Culture, and the Visiting Scholars Program as well as Red and <o Manuring Edlton MAR1 FRANCES BALDWIN LI8I WORTHINGTON White and Green and White class BMIMM MniMiei LYNDA DAVIS activities. \. - - I .III". RlM Rtlii. Evidence of tins recognition is relalrt,. M111M..11 Iraluir l.lic.i I in,I , flii led in letters of announcement, \«-i>l.ml I . IIII . I I . . Sh.ir KparU I,In..i Mule and support to individuals SU-II- Mur.h I \. ti in, i I .in... l.lll. Ml., .iinl II .animations, the hanging of banI ami BIWrtoa Ihani- W.'.m.iuth \it HI .II llnnnn Hail.Mi.ith. I iniln I , and "Colonnade" walks. These \il« «i it-mi M in i.-in Chill,,.minications are not arbitrarily l in ul.ilniii M.ii. I imii Katlltt I ... ill) V.I' , II II I .-I,, tuited, but given careful consldKtaff Humin \inli , « I laaa M.II lil I M. I I Mi. Hull 00, It remains true that because --..III.- hull,II,I I.. I •»■ r. \nni» 1 aunriim, I at In l-DDfl I'.MM Ha*** I ■ -1 Small K nil* n urn N'""iii in H- nun mil nli Man 'inn i\« i;. 11... Jrnn. \m 1 i>un« "nil AI i i •> « we have a great number of worthwhile i,in*ri MsrrtaM Pair kit LlvtrwM. J«nr tan4r—»■ Hrrmu w»i activities in campus not all can be r«bll«hrd »rrkl* tluiiiitf Hi. roll**! »*■! « v. « t'i itmin, holiday . mid rMmitulmn :nized each year, but it is the
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hope of Chi that members of the student body will support these endeavors by their participation and attendance. As a continuing contribution of tangible gifts to the college, Chi has recently contributed the tulips behind Lankford Building, is publishing in conjunction with Lankford Student Union a Longwood College Song Book, and is soliciting funds from Chi Alumni for a scholarship program, details of which will be available within the next year. These projects are our way of saying "Thank You" to the student body for their continuing support of Chi's positive ideals and goals. It is becoming more and more evident that if a tradition such as Chi is to continue its existence at Longwood, then it must keep pace with the times which necessitates continual evaluation and relevant changes. As a direct result of such evaluation, the decision was reached to make an announcement this year of the time and place of burning. This announcement was not intended to anger or disappoint individuals, but to properly communicate with members of the college community who were interested in attending this annual event. The real need for this announcement was expressed by groups of students following extensive disruption of the evening study hours of the preceding week. We can only ask that the student body will have respect for our decision uid become more cognizant of the real purpose of college attendance. We would like to thank the ROTUNDA for its continuing support of the ideals and goals of Chi and the student body for the warm reception, support and approval of those members of the student body, faculty and administration who were recognized for their individual accomplishments and service to Longwood. Most sincerely, Chi 1970 and 1971
Diploma Mills Dear Editor, I was amazed to see in your issue of April 22 an advertisement from the Free Life Church of Hollywood, Florida. At first, I thought my eyes deceived me, but, no there it was. "We Want You To Join Our Church As An Ordained Minister And Have The Rank of Doctor of Divinity," the headline read. Then the ad continued: "Enclose a free will donation for the Minister's credentials and license. We also issue Doctor of Divinity Degrees." In an article entitled "Praise the Lord and Pass the Diplomas," Life Magazine (Nov. 14, 1969) probed extensively into the activities of diploma mills where ordination IN instant, but a Ph.D. takes longer. Would you believe 22 days? Surely, the Rotunda, whose publication is sponsored by an accredited college which prides itself on IIIKII standards, ll not so
For Spirit Dear Editor: When we think of distinquished contributions to Longwood College, our class, and red and white spirit, one name immediately comes to our minds. To Pat Quinn we owe so much and we have officially recognized her so little. For her never-ending service to the college, her class, and her color; for her spirit of cooperation and her leadership without which much of the last four red 4i white skits. May Day, Class of '70 Freshman and Sophomore productions, especially Class of '70 songs and much else would not have been possible, we commend Pat Quinn. Carolyn Cummins, Marcia Harris, Tulita P. Owen and 12 others. » * »
Ross And Lemen Win Awards In Shows At UVA And Farmville Miss Annie Lee Ross and Mrs. Janice Lemen, instructors in our Art Department at Longwood, recently won awards in two different art shows. One showing was held in the Farmville Shopping Center from April 19through April 25. This exhibit was sponsored by the Central Virginia Chapter of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Mrs. Lemen entered an oil painting, "Rosewindow," and a serigraph of Longwood House. Miss Ross exhibited two woodcuts. They were "White Narcissus" and "Violets." "White Narcissus" was judged best in its class. The other showing was held at the University of Virginia. Miss Ross entered "Screech Owlet" and "Narcissus," which are woodcuts. Mrs. Lemen entered "Venetian Valentine" which is a serigraph. All three were rated as preferred.
Vjreeh Ljub Kappa Delta congratulates its ;hree new pledges: Betty Anne Glasheen, Betty Murphey and Pamme Sparrow. Sigma Kappa would like to congratulate their sisters who were on the May Court: Brenda Dudley, Jo Ann Melchor, Kay Powell, Anne Becht, and Janet Howard. A special congratulations goes to Clierie Weeks, Queen of May Day. Sunday, May 3, was Sigma Kappa Parents' Day. At 10:00 a.m. there was a coffee hour in the chapter room after which the members and their parents attended church. At 1:00 p.m. a buffet lunch was served in the rec of Curry Dormitory.
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Varsity Lacrosse Has Winning Streak Goes To State Tournament May 7, 8 After a two game losing streak the Varsity Lacrosse team came back with two strong wins in the past week against Westhampton College and Roanoke College. Meanwhile, the Junior Varsity team met its first defeat against St. Catherine in Richmond.
Tennis anyone? The new gym salts allow freedom of movement plat added usefulness.
Old P.E. 'Dresses9 Outdated As New Gymsuits Shown Are you tired of hemming your green to coordinate with the class gymsuits every year or washing and colors of each new class. ironing them when you forget to go to The new attire is completely washthe laundry? able and drip dry. It needs no ironing Well this story may not help you, and dries quickly. The shorts have a but the incoming class of 1974 will hip pocket for cigarettes, or for notes not have your worries. The figure- of the day, etc. flattering gymsuits of the present will The price is approximately the be obsolete next year. same as for the old gymsuits, and The decision to change was brought they will be ordered from the same about by the Physical Education De- manufacturer, Aldrich and Aldrich partment this year. After checking the Company, Chicago, Illinois. Eat your apparel from various companies and hearts out upper classmen! having some of these outfits worn and laundered by some of the Junior Physical Education majors, a new type of gymsuit was ordered. The new outfit consists of two pairs of stretch nylon shorts with an elastic waistband, one red pair and one blue pair, and two cotton knit shells, one light blue and one white one. The red shorts will alternate with Winning its fourth match of the season, the Longwood Varsity tennis Dorms, Greeks Vie team defeated Randolph-Macon WomFor Softball Trophy an's College here last week 3-2. The In Last Team Sport team has lost only one game, and The 1910 Softball Intramural sea- was their first one against William son, which began Monday, May 4, was and Mary. Lynne Coleman playing number one greeted by enthusiastic sports fans of the fourteen teams which are in singles, easily defeated her opponent the league. These teams representing 6-1 and 6-2. Freda Lunsford and Debthe dorms and sororities are Alpha bie Ellen also scored easy victories Delta Pi, Alpha Gamma Delta, Alpha in singles play. They both won 6-2 Phi, Alpha Sigma Alpha, Alpha Sigma and 6-1. In a hard fought double match Tau, Kappa Delta, Zeta Tau Alpha, Lynn Kwiatkowski and Laurel Baldwin Cox, Curry, North and Main Cunning- were downed 10-8 and 7-5. Longwood ham, South Cunningham, SouthRuffner, netters Sharon Farmer and Lynda Driver also lost 6-2 and 6-3 in a well Tabb, and Wheeler. On Monday and Tuesday, seven played match. "The girls looked good," Coach games were played with the winners of these games competing on Wednes- Mrs. Harris said. "I am pleased with day. On Thursday the winners of Wed- their hard work and devotion to the nesday games will play to determine team. They devote 15 to 20 hours a week to their tennis and this work has the finalists. paid off," continued Mrs. Harris. Next week the class competition In the first Junior Varsity match will begin and on Wednesday, May 13, the color games start. Heading the of the season the "Blue and Whites" Intramurals in softball are Betty Layne were again victorious defeating Ferand Carolyn Cummins, who are ex- rum Junior College 4-1. While freshman Bobbi Ellen lost a pecting a good season and enthusiastic hard fought contest 6-4 and 6-2, B.J. participation from the students. Rogers and Becky West won their singles matches 6-1, 6-4 and 6-0. In doubles Carol Chorey and Debbie Ellen won 6-0, 6-0 and Sharon Farmer and Mary Johnson won 6-1, 6-0. On Wednesday, three Longwood SHOWS players, Lynne Coleman, Freda LunsMon.-Frl.: 3:15-7:00-9:00 ford, and Diane Weymouth left for Mary Sat.-Sun.: 1:15-3:15-7:00-9:00 Baldwin where they competed in the Mid-Atlantic Lawn Tennis Association Wednesday — May 6 Tournament. "Each year Longwood sends representatives to this tourna• •I I ho !(••'• ('!.»»» .illlir ««*•* ment," said Mrs. Harris. On May 8 the Varsity team will play Westhampton there, and May 12 the team will journey to Mary Washing College. Their last match of the season will be home against Madison OlMMtHI RIM. at 3:30 on Barlow Courts. Come out and support the team.
LCNetters Win Over R-M, 3-2; First JV Match Played
Last Wednesday the two teams traveled to Richmond for their fourth game of the season. Despite the two recent losses to William and Mary College and Bridgewater College, their spirits were high. Beginning the game with three goals in the first five minutes, the Longwood Ladies regained their confidence. By the end of the first half, Longwood held a six point lead over the Westhampton team, leading seven to one. The Longwood College team kept up the scoring blaze as Westhampton's defense tried to block them. The entire game was punctuated by good passes and catches. The final score was 13-6. In the Junior Varsity game the team went in with hope of an undefeated season, but they were soon running for all they could. Although St. Catherine's girls, a private girls high school, were younger, they had some girls who were veterans of six or seven years of experience in Lacrosse, while the Longwood team is mainly composed of first year players. The score was 7-2. This gave the Junior Varsity a season of three wins and one loss. On May Day the Varsity team opposed Roanoke College at 1 o'clock on Barlow Field. Since this was the first year Roanoke has had a competitive team, Longwood hoped for
an easy win. The first few minutes of the game proved this to be false, as Roanoke plowed through our defense to score two goals. The defense quickly retaliated by switching from man to man defense to a zone set-up in front of the goaL This held for Roanoke, except for one more goal until the half, at which the score was tied 3-3. At the beginning of the half the zone held the Roanoke attack down to one more goal, while Longwood pulled through with two more giving us a slim 5-4 victory. Monday, May 4, the team was supposed to travel to Amherst to meet Sweet Briar, however the rain had different ideas and the game was cancelled. This gives the team a winning 3-2 season.
Friday and Saturday, May 7 and 8, the Varsity team, plus two substitutes from the second team, Renea Harrison and Terri Gadsby, will attend the Virginia Women's Lacrosse Association Tournament at Westhampton in Richmond. There they will meet several teams they have played in the regular season, as well as some they did not play such as Madison. Games will be played Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. Then after lunch at Westhampton, the players on the Virginia Lacrosse team will be named. Last year Senior Barbara Snellings received an Honorable Mention. This year they hope to have several players on the second or even the first state teams.
Don't Forget The Presidential Press Conference, Tuesday, May 12, At 4:00P.M. In The Gold Room
Members of Orchesis, Sherry Williams, Jane Sakshawg. and Kaydell Edwards relax in a offstage pose durum practice for their annual Spring Concert. The Concert will be given in Jarman Auditorium tonight and in mo mm night at 7:30. It includes class etudes for the comic touch as well as orchesis. Members returning from last year are the flashlight dance and the spotlight establishment.
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Excessive Details Disappoint Readers Of 'In Cold Blood'
By Jack's smiling face, it is obvious that Fort Bract is far away.
Navaho Indian Finds Reservation Life Squalid And Unsatisfactory By LISE WORTHINGTON Why are American Indians revolting, trying to recover Alcatraz and other lost areas? According to Jack Betsuie, a 22-year-old Navaho Indian from New Mexico, much of the problem exists in the reservations run by the government. Jack admitted that he lived with his six brothers and sisters on a reservation for eight years. There he found living conditions to be grossly inadequate. When asked about living facilities Jack mumbled that many of his friends are still forced to live in hogans, a dwelling composed of sticks and other odds and ends. According to Jack, many of the living quarters lack electricity, proper sanitary disposal units or even a constant water supply. When asked why reservation life is so poor, Jack could only answer that many of the Indians lack steady employment. It was with a quick grin, however, that Jack mentioned that his father works for the railroad, and that they no longer live on the reservation.
mitted that many old customs still exist. For example, many tribal dances are still held. When Jack enlisted, his people danced for his safe return. Other dances are held for sickness and good crop production. Another custom that is still practiced is that if an Indian dies in a house (other than a hospital) the house is burned to the ground. Jack explained that in order to rid the dead man's spirit from the dwelling the house must be burned. When it was time to return to Fort Bragg, Jack confided that he has had enough of reservation life and old customs. When his army stint is over he hopes to travel to California and take advantage of the vocational school training that will be open to him. Just before leaving Jack promised that in the year 2000 he and his family would not be living in a hogan on a reservation. Jack is progressive. He wants something more for the American Indian, even if it is only Alcatraz.
When queried about Navaho customs, Jack smiled sheepishly and ad-
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