THE ROTUNDA VOL. LIII
LONGWOOD COLLEGE, FARMVILLE, VIRGINIA, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20. 2977
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Klowns And Meisters Chosen For Oktoberfest
Gowns Linda Crovatt and Linda Baumler tap Linda Kulp as Festmeister for Oktoberfest. Photo: Lori Felland,
Goldsmith From London To Appear Tomorrow By DEBBIE MOUL Peter Gainesbury, the Director of Research at the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths in I Aindon will be here at Longwood to speak on Wednesday, September 21. Longwood is the only school in the United States that Mr. Gainesbury is speaking to. The primary reason for his visit to the U. S. is to obtain sponsorship for further research, on silver, from the major silver producing and processing interests in the United States. In his travels, Mr. Gainesbury likes to visit as many schools as possible teaching them the arts of jewelry and-or silversmithing. Mr. Gainesbury is a trained metallurgist with 30 years of experience in precious metals. Eleven years ago he became a member of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths where he set up an advisory service for the jewelry and silverware industry. When using the word industry, he includes mass production costume jewelry, fine jewelry, artist-craftsmen jewelers and silversmiths, the largest and the smallest producers and evenamateurs. He has been retained by the Chamber of Mines of South Africa to advise on the setting up of an advisory service for gold jewelry makers which will eventually cover the whole of Europe, the United States and South Africa, and which will operate in five languages. Mr. Gainesbury's particular expertise and experience has been in the fields of investment casting and gold alloy research, silver sand casting, hardenable silver, photo mechanical techniques, the use of refractory metals and the coloration of
metals. A fraternity or guild of Goldsmiths is known to have been in existence by the 12th century. The Livery Companies of the City of London are the living successors of the ancient craft guilds common to the medieval cities of Europe. A large number of the City livery Companies, founded in this way, are still in existence and of these the Goldsmiths' Company, more than most, have retained their close connection with the craft from which they have taken their name. The Goldsmiths insisted on the necessity for full and careful training before any man should be entitled to call himself a goldsmith. The Goldsmiths' Company not only manufactured gold, silver and platinum wares, but also samples of the gold, silver and cupronickel coinage of the realm. The Company holds records dating back to the 14th century. To stimulate public interest in the work of contempory craftsmen the Company organize exhibitions in the United Kingdom and overseas, and frequently lend pieces from their own collections to exhibitions throughout the world. Exhibitions and discussions of this sort will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 21. Beginning at 12:00, there will be slide presentations and discussions by various artists and instructors involved with jewelry and metals. Mr. Gainesbury will speak Wednesday evening in the Bedford Auditorium. The whole day will not only be interesting but informative as well. All students are urged to attend the exhibitions and lectures.
By KAREN SHELTON Amidst festive music, swaying spotlights, and the antics of Geist clowns, the 1977 Oktoberfest court was tapped. The anxiously awaited ceremony began as the members of Geist, dressed as clowns, raced down the aisles throwing candy in all directions. Sara Jo Wyatt, Oktoberfest Chairman, welcomed everyone and introduced them to the spirit of Oktoberfest through a slide presentation of last year's Oktoberfest. Klowns, color rush, skits, ushers and usherettes were all parts of this reminiscing. The Klowns are very important to the Oktoberfest spirit; they add color and cheer to the entire week end. After numerous practices and try-outs, this year's Klowns were chosen, and Linda Crovatt announced their names amidst applause and cheering. These are the Oktoberfest Klowns for 1977: Patty Thomas, Nicole King, Valery Naranjo, Linda Hitt, Anne Niezgoda, Claire Gilless, Kit Hughes, Linda Wolk, UDonna Wright, Robin Bryant, Rosalind Crenshaw, Kim Furbee, Kim McCanna, Pee-Wee Gilbert, Dottie Lebahn, Sandy McFall, Jayne Carson, Lynn Plageman, Celeste Rodriguez, Holly Kirksell, and Colleen Russell. After the excitement of the Klowns, Geist tapped the ushers and usherettes. There is an usher and an usherette from each class chosen for their spirit, loyalty, and activity. They bring a bit of German dance to the week end. Keith Moore and Brenda
Fetrow were chosen as the usher and usherette from the Freshman class. Brenda is known by her jock shorts and socks and her basketball ability. Geist selected Keith because of his spirit and talent. Kaye Midkiff, a Colleague who was active in Oktoberfest last year and Chairman of Residence Board this summer, was tapped as usherette from the Sophomore class. Geist chose Hank Dahlman as Sophomore usher. Hank, a member of the Famed Artist Series Committee, is both theatrically and musically talented. Anne Leavitt and Dana Overstreet were named Junior usher and usherette. Anne is actively involved with SUN working with entertainment and publicity. Dana, who was head Student Assistant, is a familiar face in the dining hall. Geist tapped Debbie Potter and Mary Meade Saunders as the Senior class usher and usherette. Debbie was a Student Assistant and an Orientation leader. When her name was called, there were tears because "that's the way its been for the past three years." Mary Meade was last year's Oktoberfest bum and Joanie in this year's Red Orientation skit. She is Residence Board Chairman. Three of the most important Oktoberfest people were the last to be tapped. From the Sophomore class, Geist chose Jan Bates as Mittenmeister or 'Midway Marshall." As a means of introduction for Jan, Sara Jo said, "This Sophomore is mighty fine. She's smiling all the time. In Freshman production, Colleagues, and Oktoberfest,
she's always given it her verybest. She's good at wetting down the head resident, but at the BSU her time is well spent." When asked about being chosen, Jan said, "I can't believe it! When I start running around in the little German dress, I'll know it is real!" From the Junior class, Iinda Kulp was tapped as Festmeister or "Mistress of Ceremonies." Linda's spirit and contributions to the school are obvious. About her, Sara Jo said. "Here is a green and white with spirit strong and true. When it comes to Oktoberfest, there is nothing she can't do. A familiar face at green and white sings. In the Orientation skits, her voice does ring. No, longwood has not passed this actress by; she's a player as well as in Alpha Pal." Seeing and feeling the Blue and White Spirit is an important purpose of the Oktoberfest week end, so Geist chooses a Senior, who has had three years to build a blue and white spirit, as Geistmeister or "Mistress of Spirit." This year's Geistmeister is Maria Corbin. "There's a special lady that this girl knows. Her name is Miss Cox, and she's always on the go. Yes, for this girl Time is like a butterfly.' Her red and white spirit is always flying high. She's always at skits, paint battles, and sings. She's smiling all the while when doing these things. At most all activities you'll surely see her." Thus ended Oktoberfest Tapping 1977. Kveryone left there with anticipation of the corning excitement of Oktoberfest week end. Alice Clay, Sophomore chairman, said, "I love seeing people so happy!"
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BONDS MEETING TONIGHT 6:30 ALCOVE (Clockwise from top) Scott Sparrow, Jerry Teplitz, Janes Mapes, and John Emmert were all part of S-UN's Special Events Week. (See related story on Page 5.)
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THE ROTUNDA
Tuesday, September 20, 1977
40 Students Enrolled In ROTC Program
By PAMELA L. McDOWELL ROTC has come to Longwood! Forty students are taking advantage of this program which will assist them in either a civilian or army career. Major B. B. Hamaker, coordinator of the Military Science Program at Ixmgwood College and Associate Professor of Military Science at the University of Richmond, said the response has been gaining momentum. So many students have enrolled that two sections are being taught: one on Wednesday afternoon and one on Thursday afternoon. Students enrolled in this program are eligible to compete Major Hamaker instructs Tom Mahone and Frank Palumbo in - for three, two and one-year ARMY ROTC scholarships. The Orienting during ROTC class. Photo: Neil Sullivan scholarships pay full tuition, all
Longwood Senior Studies In France By PAMELA L McDOWELL Many students wish to study abroad and this past year Miss Leslie Kamrad, a senior at longwood, did just that. She attended the Institue D' Etudes Francaises De Touraine in France. This school is a part of the Universite De Tours and is for foreign students who wish to study the French language. The Institute is a part of Alliance Francaises which directs schools throughout France. Miss Kamrad pointed out that it is not compulsory for a student to attend the Institute but that they may attend the University with French students if so desired. At the Institute the courses are divided into six levels or degrees. There are six degrees, with the 1st degree being the elementary level and the sixth degree courses being the advanced or "superior" courses. The courses are taught on a monthly basis and it takes approximately three months to complete each level. The elementary courses are taught in one classroom from 8:45 to 12:15 and consists of lectures. The students in the superior courses
Dr. Bland Receives Award By PENNY ROBINSON Dr. Beatrice Bland, Professor of Education was named Outstanding Adviser for Alpha Delta Pi Sorority in this Province of Virginia. The award was presented at the Alpha Delta Pi National Convention held at the Breakers in West Palm Beach, Florida, on July 1. Dr. Bland was unable to be there to receive the award. A Tea in her honor was held September 13. Penny Robinson, president of the I-ongwood's chapter presented the award to Dr. Bland. The adviser must contribute a great deal of time and energy to be considered for this award. Dr. Bland contributed a special blend of ingredients, warmth, generosity, and genuine concern for the sisterhood of Alpha Delta Pi. Nominations are made by the chapter and sent to Executive office who make the final decision.
study the geography and culture of the country. These levels also have four classes a day though there is no set schedule of daily classes. The French grade on a fractional system. A good grade would be 15-20 while 12-20 is the minimum. The degree Miss Kamrad obtained in France is equivalent to two years graduate work in the U. S. or entitles her to enter a French University as a Sophomore. In France she lived with French families. "You never really understand a language" Miss Kamrad commented, "until you live in the country and experience contact with family life." Socially the French schools don't have many organizations. They put emphasis on studies. Students do not specialize in France but study all subjects in their one field. For example, a language major will study four or five languages. While in France Miss Kamrad
visited Paris for five days, the Louvre, Mont Seint-Michel, which is a monastery and Chatres, which is a cathedral famous for its stained glass windows. She also spent fifteen days in England. In order to attend a school in France, a student has to fill out a simple application. Nine months of school cost approximately $600. Miss Kamrad paid $2070 for half board which consists of two meals, a private room and laundry service. To arrange transportation a student can contact tourist agencys, a charter plane, or buy an advanced purchase ticket. Miss Kamrad stressed the fact that all arrangements should be confirmed both by the student and the person overseas. Miss Kamrad's future plans consists of teaching French after her graduation from longwood. She hopes to return to France someday to visit.
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textbook expenses, laboratory fees, and $100 a month subsistence allowance for up to 10 months each school year that the scholarship is in effect. "ROTC at I/)ngwood offers a new dimension," said Major Hamaker, "a break away from normal campus life. It offers challenge, adventure and an opportunity to find out about oneself. Although there is the usual academic taxation in the course, the student has an opportunity to get out from behind a desk and learn." Assisting Major Hamaker in his instruction will be SGM Ciillikan, who's interests are in the areas of map reading, orienteering, and rappelling. Rappelling consists of walking down the wall of a building or cliff with the assistance of a rope. The ROTC course consists of learning to read maps, to use a compass with a map, and to orienteer, which is the navigation across country. This program also offers
insights into management, organization, leadership, and principles as they are reflected in basic tactical techniques and operations. The ROTC has now one working organization on campus called "Run For Your life." This consists of running a certain number of miles within a specified amount of time. Fifteen students have enrolled. Certificates are given for running 500 miles, every 100 miles after that, 750 miles, 1000 and 2500 miles. We are proud to announce that Major Hamaker will soon reach the 2500 mile mark. On October 7th and 8th, the ROTC students will go to Nagshead, N. C. for instruction on hang-gliding. This trip, which is open to all students at Longwood, will consist of learning the parts of and how to operate a hang-glide and mastering the apparatus when in flight.
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Business And Economics Lecturer To Speak Tonight ByCERESAHANEY Dr. Reuben G. Miller, professor of economics at Sweet Briar College, will be the first lecturer in Longwood College's series of Business and Economics Uctures for 1977-78. The public is cordially invited to hear Dr. Miller discuss "Ix>ng Range Strategic Forecasting" on Tuesday afternoon, September 20, at 4 o'clock in Jeffers Auditorium. A specialist in international economics, money and banking. Dr. Miller was Fulbright-Hayes Lecturer in Economics at National Taiwan University, Republic of China, in 1965-66. In addition, he spent a year at the University of Stockholm, in Sweden. He has served on the faculties of the University of Montana, Ohio State University, Oberlin
College, University of Massachusetts, and Smith College. Author of numerous articles in professional journals, Dr. Miller also co-arthured two books with Richard S. Martin — "Economics and Its Significance" and "Prologue to Economic Understanding." Other Business and Economic Lectures for this year are scheduled as follows: Ocotber 6 — C. Coleman McGehee, chairman of the board for First and Merchants Corporation; November 10 — Mrs. Patricia F. Gaines, Director of Personnel Training for Zerox Center in Lynchburg; January 26 — Dr. Anthony G. Porreca, College of Business Administration at the University of Tennessee; and February 9 — Ms. Merle T. Alvis, Employment Representative with Babcock and Wilcox in Lynchburg.
New Talent In Home Economics Department By PENNY ROBrNSON The Home Economics Department has a new spark of talent and energy this fall, she is Dr. Marguerite Griffith, a native Virginian from Richland. She received her undergraduate degree in Home Economics from Milligan College in Tennessee. Dr. Griffith obtained her Masters Ring ceremony highlighted the week for juniors, as little sisters and Ph. D. Degree in Home Economic Education from present rings. Photo: Dave Phillips Virginia Polytechnic Institute
while working and teaching. She taught at Kent State University in Ohio for two and one half years before coming to Longwood College. Glad to be back in Virginia, Dr. Griffith is readily readapting to southern life. She is "impressed with the friendliness and sense of purpose of the Longwood students." In her spare time Dr. Griffith enjoys oil painting and is an amateur astronomist.
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THE ROTUNDA
Tuesday. September 20, 1977
James Mapes Facinates Audience With His Hypnotic Talent
Grady Nutt, "The Prime Minister of Humor'
Christian Humorist Combines Comedy And Religion By KAREN SHELTON can say, 'Oh, yea! Right! Grady Nutt is tall, friendly, That's the truth!' " easy-moving, and with a Embodied in this story twinkle in his eye, he brings teller, humorist, minister, audiences hearty laughter and writer, enjoyer, insight giver, good will, insightful meaning and life celebrator, there is an and solid thought; he sends his unusual Nutt — open and newly made friends away eager to unshell what is chuckling and thinking. If ordinary and allow the joy and hope were diseases, treasures of truth and humor Grady Nutt would be an to spill out to those who hear epidemic," wrote one of his him. admirers. Nutt says, "I like to preach, Grady sings, juggles, but in a light, easy way. like "handbones" and plays a Mary Poppins, I believe a dozen different musical little sugar helps the medicine instruments, including the go down. I try to get the punch tiple — a small, 10 string line in early, so when I pull the Spanish folk instrument that trigger, everything falls in he calls a "ukelele with place. When I'm in the middle thyroid trouble." He calls of a sermon, I'm finding points himself a humorist. "A where I can dramatize with humorist isn't a comedian. wit the things that hang on He's not just trying to crack your mind better." jokes. . .a humorist is an This Christian humorist, interpreter of life. He takes a whose curious mix of religion common experience — and comedy works well, will something that's happened to be speaking on Lankford Mall, everybody — and filters it Thursday, September 22. The through his own way of program will begin at 6:30, looking at things until it comes and it is sponsored by the alive for another person who Inter-Religious Council.
Spanish Professor In Educational "Who's Who" By LINDA CARRILLO Dr. Maria C. Silveira, an associate professor of Spanish, is to be included in the first edition of "The World Who's Who of Women in Education." This publication, which will be sent to several of the world's major libraries, will contain her biography. Dr. Silveira, her hands'and eyes conveying a natural ebullience, said that the honor "came as a tremendous surprise to me. The man who called asked me if I had received the information. I told him, 'you have the wrong person. You don't mean me.' " She continued that when she was notified of the award, "the first person who came to my mind was a former dean of Longwood, Dean Brooks, because he had so much confidence in me." Beginning her teaching career at the age of nineteen, she holds several degrees and is currently a Ph. D. candidate at the University of Virginia. The Spanish professor
attributes much of her success to her students, "without my students, I could never make it. As a teacher, you always have doubts if you are doing a good job. Until time passes, you don't have the perspective." Dr. Silveira believes that her students' work and abilities are responsible for her selection by the "World Who's Who." Although she feels honored to be in the directory, Dr. Silveira recalled that the highlight of her career was being chosen to speak at the 1970 Foreign language Conference. She was irtroduced as the teacher whose students could be recognized as Longwood graduates because of her " 'special stamp.' " She added enthusiastically that "It's an honor that a department so small has students so perfect!" As a refugee from Cuba, Dr. Silveira explained that "since this country gave me the opportunity to start all over again, I feel that this honor is my way to pay back something."
By JAN TURNER and FRANCES HALL If you didn't see I.B. Dent get thoroughly ridiculed by a group of angry females. then passionately kissed by them five minutes later, you really missed a treat. Something like this doesn't happen to anybody at anytime, but it did last Thursday evening at "Power of the Mind." with host James Mapes. Declaring himself a hypnotechnician, and not a hypnotist, he had his first experience at the age of seven, when he predicted the death of his grandmother exactly eleven and a half months away to the day. Several years later, his mother took him to Duke University for testing. Oddly enough, he failed the tests, but his mother took them and passed! She was then considered what they called in those days a "psychic." Again, at the age of fourteen, he predicted the fate of his brother and friends and was able to save their lives. Ever since these predictions, he has been fascinated by the power of the mind. Mr. Mapes was able to hypnotize particular members of the audience, enabling them to arrive at a state of total relaxation. By concentrating on colors, geometric forms, and picturesque scenery, their subconscience was revealed, little did they know before they came to the demonstration what they would end up doing! The participants imagined themselves in many different situations, such as in cold, hot, and windy weather. They actually unbuttoned their jackets or sweaters, shivered, and held their arms over their heads when it "started to rain." As the demonstration continued, the group smoked what they thought were joints and drank daiquiries actually believing they were stoned and drunk. One guy even fell out of his chair and rolled around on stage! Mr. Mapes also took the group back in time to when they were eight years old. They imagined themselves at different movies, and went through a series of emotional responses. They laughed, cried, became angry and afraid. The highlight of the evening was three young men who thought they were the greatest strippers of all time. They competed against each other, taking off their clothes (don't worry — only to the waist!) and shoes to burlesque music. The audience roared and seemed to enjoy this more than anything else. It was by all means entertaining! But contrary to popular belief, none of these events could have taken place had not the participants concentrated and paid attention to the best of their ability. Sophomore Debbie Kinzel remarked "This was the first time for me under hypnosis. I'm not the type of person who can lie with a straight face — I can't fake it and I didn't. I was in such deep concentration I did everything he said, although I knew what I was doing. I was aware of people around me, but you just don't pay attention to them. I wasn't thinking about anything in particular — I was totally relaxed. In fact, several years ago, my school guidance counselor advised me to undergo
some E.S.P. tests, and I did. They revealed that I do have some inner perception." Beth Weisel, another sophomore, attended the demonstration last year also, and was able to "go under." it was so wierd. Your mind keeps jumping from one place to another. You can't hear anything but his voice. It felt as though I had been asleep for an hour, and it was only a few minutes. It would be great if you could do this between classes! Hynosis can definitely help you. Your mind becomes so much clearer.*' James Mapes is extremely serious about his work. He remarked that "it is possible to hypnotize anybody if their intelligence is high enough. A person with low intelligence, bordering on retardation, and a baby cannot because they have no concentration span." He needs the participant's attention more than anything else. "Sometimes, people can't be hypnotized because they won't allow themselves to be — they try too hard." He believes there is actually no such thing as hypnotism, but he uses the word because people expect to hear it. With his own clinic in New York City, called The New York Center for Hypnosis and Mind Control, he works at many different jobs. He helps people lose weight, stop smoking, get rid of phobias and amnesia. "People always know everything they do, but sometimes they forget. Hypnosis helps." But the biggest problem people seem to have is lack of self-confidence. "More people come to my clinic for the development of self confidence than weight control and smoking combined." Helping people and the police to locate objects associated with crimes, he has even worked with the Son of Sam, convicted murderer. He wasn't at liberty to discuss it. During his workshop last Friday afternoon, people came to learn about self-hypnosis for the purpose of self improvement. Some people wanted to stop smoking, lose weight, improve in sports, and have more confidence in themselves as individuals. Others came merely to learn how to relieve tension and relax, something that is hard to do these days. He discussed becoming
aware of ourselves, and finding out who we really were. This workshop was to help the students do just that. Everyone involved was either sitting straight up in their chairs or lying on the floor while he went through three relaxation exercises with breaks in between. Afterwards, most of the students seemed much more relaxed than they were when they first arrived, and happier too. He told those attending not to expect miracles. It would be something we would have to work at and develop. Within four weeks, if faithful, we would notice a drastic change within ourselves. James Mapes — a fascinating person who enjoys being with people and helping them too. Besides working at his clinic, he is also an actor who has appeared on many television shows. They include Bonanza, Star Trek, Mission Impossible, The Virginian, and Gunsmoke. He (Continued on Page 8)
Dr. Novak hirolrvd In l< pnvarvi ByJUDYFAIRES Dr. Novak is one of several scientists in this nation who are working on a theory that light energy can be converted into chemical energy. This process that he is studying will "mimick" photosynthesis, and it will produce hydrogen from water. Hydrogen has usually been produced from water through electrolysis, but this process would be impractical for usage on a large scale. Dr. Novak believes that within twenty years the process will be at the point in which the layman will be aware of the process. Not long after that the process will be in usage. Dr. Novak has been working with Associate Professor Demas at the University of Virginia for the past two summers. Other scientists working on this theory include Professor David G. Whitten of the University of North Carolina, Dr. Mark Wrighto I of Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Dr. Melvin Calvin of the University of California, winner of the Priestly Medal.
Scott Sparrow Interprets Dreams the novice interpreteur. For one By ANN RUOTOLO and a half hours the participants Have you ever wondered about told their dreams, and with Mr. a dream you've had and what it Sparrow's guidance, found clear meant? If your answer to the meanings to the nature of their question is yes, and you have an dreams and the parts they played avid interest in dream in the dreamer's real life. Also, interpretation, the S-UN general questions about dreams sponsored workshop on "dreams were answered. If you happened to miss the and illuminations," held last Wednesday, would have been workshop, Mr. Sparrow left a few outlined procedures for your answer. Scott Sparrow, who works for Dream Interpretation with Mr. I. the Association for Research and Dent. They can be picked up at Enlightenment in Virginia the S-UN office in Lankford. Mr. Beach, was the guest speaker at Sparrow also invites everyone to the workshop. He discussed three stop by the A. R. E. for lectures, methods for Dream courses, and movies on the same Interpretation which could be subject. The building is located understood and applied by even on 67th Street in Virginia Beach.
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THE ROTUNDA
Tuesday, September 20, 1977
FROM THE EDITOR
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What Are You Doing This Weekend ?
Education, college or otherwise, is not limited to work inside the classroom. Most every day, By DAVE PHILLD7S Who? Really? More than three somewhere on campus there is an event or activity It's a suitcase college. For people? waiting to be taken advantage of. There is a semester some reason the preceeding four Estimates vary on the number full of scheduled events including artist series words never found their way into of lemmings ... er, students who appearances, visiting scholar lectures, recitals, a Long wood College catalog. evacuate Longwood on readings and the like. For the most part, all are free. Many of us brave souls who weekends, however it is known On the adjacent page a staff writer has reviewed actually stay here on weekends that traffic on 360 east were unaware of the serene, quadruples. State police have the exhibit of contemporary paintings on loan from the halcyon atmosphere which been known to reinforce their Virginia Museum. The exhibit is housed in the pervades the Longwood campus batallions with high-speed Lancaster Gallery. At the time of *Jie reviewer's on weekends. Party? Where? pursuit cars to catch the more determined students. viewing, she was the twentieth person to view the Hypothesis abound for the collection. That was sixteen days after the show had cause of this strange behavior — Letter To some of the nations finest opened. Tomorrow will be the final day of the show. behavioral psychologists have With an event like an art exhibit, the viewing may been called in to study this The Editor be entertaining as well as educational. The event is phenomena but they have been able to do no better than "they being reviewed in part as a preview for prospective miss home" or "they want viewers. Unfortunately, all exhibits in the Lancaster Dear Editor, Mom's food" or "they desire I would like to express my Gallery are locked; a librarian must open the gallery peace and quiet in which to concern over the lack of lor the viewer. This obstacle, however, is hardly large study" or even "CHI supports Letters to the Editor in this it." Some have even gone as far enough to prevent one from viewing the show. (The newspaper. I am sure that the as to imply that those of us who students on this campus have reason that the gallery is locked is that two years ago a stay here are the ones complaints, or comportion of an exhibit was destroyed by ink pens and exemplifying "... truly deviant, mendations, or simply reprehensible social behavior" magic markers.) views to express. The fact that and should be "tar and As most events are free, they will probably require upsets me is that these people feathered." are not taking advantage of that the student leave the dorm. And it just may Well, I'm sorry but no amount the opportunity this paper is happen that the activity will occur at the same time as of cajolery, intense peer pressure giving them to voice their or even threats of bodily harm this week's episode of "Starsky and Hutch," but the opinions. If they feel strongly and injury will convince me to events are here and available to all. The time has been about something they should want to let others hear their taken to select and reserve all events. Support them. viewpoint. One of the best ways of doing this is to write The Rotunda a letter and have Governor Godwin Emphasizes it printed. Possibly, if the students were informed of the procedure to follow in writing Higher Education a Letter to the Editor, they By BRIDGET SCHERZ would be more apt to sit down was also represented by five of its Students that have never voted By BRIDGET SCHERZ and write one. It should be before or have not cast ballot in Last week, state politians, students despite a severe case of known that the letter must be the last five years are required to educational administrators, and nonattendance at its first typed, signed, and delivered to meeting of Students for Bonds. register in their place of domicile students met in Richmond at a the Rotunda office by the Assuming that the poor response by October 8. luncheon sponsored by Friday before the publication was due to a conflict in meeting Unlike the criteria for Virginians for Bonds. Governor date. residence, which is met merely (lodwin spoke at the affair which times, the organizational It is not that difficult a thing by living in a dorm, "domicile" served as an organizational meeting of Students for Bonds to do. Again, if people have has been rescheduled to meet involves year-round residence meeting and problem-solving gripes, commendations, tonight at 6:15 in the alcove of the with an intent to remain in the symposium for Students for acknowledgements of main dining hall. Types of community beyond graduation. Bonds, the campus faction of the happenings, agreements or strategies, committee chairmen, Disadvantages to consider in referendum lobby. disagreements with anything registering in the college In his speech the Governor and the extent of campus printed in this newspaper, I community include rendering emphasized the need for the awareness of the issue will be hope that they will not hesitate discussed. Workers will be yourself subject to jury duty and appropriation of funds through to let others know, and write a needed to design and paint visual payment of local taxes. In some the bond. Citing the successful Iietter to the Editor. materials, gather information on cases students who claim implementation of the 1969 bond Sincerely concerned, the progress of the bond, domicile outside of their package he reminded the Dave Gates hometown are exempted from attendants of their alligience to supervise absentee balloting, and their parents' health and auto one another as Virginians in man the local polls during considering the overall benefits Election Day. of each individual package. Capital made available through these bonds would not only THE ROTUNDA provide buildings, berths and ESTABLISHED 1920 recreational facilities, but would also create additional jobs EDITOR Margaret Hammerslev throughout the state. Three NEWS EDITOR Dave Gates alternatives on how to approach BUSINESS MANAGER Amy Blanks the problem of insufficient or COPY EDITOR Dave Gates deteriorating state facilities are to 1) increase taxes, 2) secure IJVYOUT Mary Dunavant. Cindy Cumins, building capital through bonds, Kim I^uterbach, Debbie Northern. Dave Gates or 3) to do nothing at all, which, ART I/)ri Felland, Kathy Rogers according to the Governor, is CIRCULATION Bridget Scherz, Connie Barbour "'not characteristic of responsible ADVERTISING DaveGates Virginians." 1 "UrOGRAPHY Lori Felland, Nancy Cosier. The luncheon was primarily 1 tave Phillips. Kendall Adams, Howard Fox, Jo Woo, John Badger, Neil Sullivan directed at the Students for STAFF WRITERS Pam McDowell. Frances Hall. Bonds, a statewide league of student campus coordinators Pennj Robinson, Debbie Northern, Paula Johnson, Bridget Scherz, Iinda Carrillo, Sandra whose objective is to provide I .issiter, Jan Turner, Pam Kellett, Judy Faires, Ann Ruotolo, Debbie Moul information on and advocacy for the bond referendum. Student Published weekly during the college year with the exception of holidays and examination periods representatives from such by the students of Ixmgwood College, Farmville, Virginia. Printed by the Farmville Herald. schools as VCU, UVa., Norfolk State, and William and Mary Opinions expressed are those of the weekly editorial board and its columnists, and do not discussed obsticles they have necessarily reflect the views of the student body or the administration. encountered in attempting to fulfill this objective including Letters to the editor are welcome. They must be typed, signed and submitted to the editor by the general apathy, administrative resistence, and lack of funds with Friday preceding publication date. All letters are subject to editing. which to buy publicity. tongwood
alter my position because I know the answer. You see, Longwood has been invaded by high school students. That's right. Well, yes, they've gotten their diploma and all of the other necessary accoutrements but they have yet to emotionally graduate. They trundle off to college with all three of their yearbooks, pictures and other assorted momentos with which to help them survive the week. Then, come Friday, they flock back to their old alma mater for the football game and such and don't return until late Sunday evening by which time they're in a state of delirious ecstasy. These symptoms last into early winter when the realization strikes that there aren't any more football games to attend. Many students panic but the more resourcefull of the breed find better, even more gratifying activities. The truly clever and adventurous may even entertain the thought of spending a weekend at Longwood. Such audacity! Well, I'm a trouper and I think I'll stay here this weekend. Read a book.
Voter Registration Deadline October 8 insurances. The most legally snag-free procedure then, if you are not yet registered, is to go home sometime prior to Oct. 8 and register then. Most registrars are open Saturday mornings, although it may be a good idea to check with your particular locality for their hours in advance. Absentee ballots are available to registered voters through the mail. Students for Bonds will provide Absentee Ballot request forms to all eligible students who need them beginning sometime next month. As all ballots cast via the mail must be received by Election Day, the last week in October has been designated as Absentee Ballot Week as an organized attempt to hustle the procrastinators to the P.O. Details on the workings of this project will be released at a later time.
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Our Town
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Tuesday. September 20, 1977
Cast Selected
Contemporary Paintings Vary
By BARBARASLOUGH Thorton Wilder's Our Town will be presented on Jarman stage September 28 through October 1. Set in Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, at the turn of the century, the play emphasizes the t ran science of life. To relay this theme, Wilder enforces audience involvement. The cast, consisting of Longwood students, faculty, and members of the community, uses mime to involve the audience. In addition, the apparant lack of scenery and the multiple roles of several actors, provides for a great deal of flexibility in terms of time and setting. Mr. Young, the director of the play, is very satisfied with the cast. "The only problem," he stated, "is getting consistant use of Jarman Auditorium stage. Up to this point, it has impaired the progress of the rehearsal of the play. However, we shall overcome!" The leading role of the stage manager is being played by Lee Tatum. Portraying the Gibbs family are Henry Emmerson as Dr. Gibbs, Barbara Wood as Mrs. Gibbs, and Hank Dahlman as George Gibbs. Portraying members of the Webb family are John Hudson as Mr. Webb, Vicki Mann as Mrs. Webb, and Kerry McCarthy as Emily Webb.
In Style, Expression By PAM KELLET The same stiff approach is Tomorrow is the last day to apparent in Roland Peterson's visit the exhibit of contemporary bright and cheerful "Picnic paintings from the Virginia Figures" except his brush Museum Collection. When I went strokes are more free and the to see them (in the downstairs linear quality more subdued. gallery of Lancaster Library), Mary Tatum Abram's "Paradise they had been up for 16 days and Tree" (incidently, the only only 20 people had taken the time woman represented in the show) to see them. It's possible that this is a splendid example of loose is because the gallery is kept brush strokes. Her blue-toned locked, and many people may not tree leaves move well with the Photo: Jo Woo know to ask the librarian for the contrasting orange negative key. That policy has been in space. OUR TOWN cast prepares for semester's first production effect ever since a junior show In a somewhat personalized cubist approach, Donald Merrick was vandalized two years ago. The 16 paintings now on display deals with planes of yellow and are a fair and worthy showing of turquoise blue interspersed with various styles and expressions white in his "Seashells by the Seashore: Ocracoke." A curved from some of today's artists. In terms of realistic imagery, figure of a woman that lurks three paintings come to mind, the behind a lighthouse dominates first being "Summer's End" by the picture with her contrasting Charles Rain. Summer's heat shape and splashes of orange. A very different attitude of lingers in gold, orange, and red order to comply with academic By BRIDGETSCHERZ as the seashore and it's abstraction is offered by I^eonard Beginning this semester, the policy. abandoned shelters recede into Edmondson in "Passages." The degree offered will be a Department of Speech and the horizon. A grey-suited man Here, an almost primitive Dramatic Arts will initiate a B.A. stipulating, as in other walds with unsold paper approach is taken with symbolic course program for a degree in majors, that the student windmills. The idea is as clear as looking shapes painted on a the Dramatic Arts. This new complete one foreign language the photographic quality. In the glazed background of blending curriculum is designed so that course on the 200 level. Along same meticulous vein, Robert colors. The result resembles a students interested primarily in with the standard general Vickey rendered a warm brick stylized cave painting. theater studies will no longer education requirements, majors wall on a slant with a cool flash of For those with a more trained have to compromise half of their will be expected to complete with Coronet as a nun leaves the aesthetic eye there are studies of courseload to another major in at least a 2.0, courses in Speech, picture ("Nun and Arch"). The color and movement, such as Theater History, Directing, third painting dealing in the "Merbyside II" by John Curran, Acting, Stagecraft (previously realistic approach is "Street "Corrosion and Blue" by Play Production), and one Dance" by Bernard Perhn. It Benjamin Wigfall, and "Tracey" drama-related elective. Alexander Liberman. takes awhile before one can see by Besides the coordination of the that the misty glazes of brown, "Corrosion and Blue" is my new degree, the most obvious purple, blue and green are favorite in this group. It deals innovation in the department is actually couples waltzing across with tones of brown and a tiny bit the Play Production program in the canvas with a retreating star. of blue that seems flourescent in this opportunity. which participating students The curves of their arms propel its hunt for orange (the Also at the end of the semester, receive course credit for working them around in their swirling compliment of blue). her filmmaking class will hold its on shows. The credit system is Shall I go on9 I think not. There colors. own film festival to show their open to all students on a PassFor those with an eye for the are more paintings in the show, works. Fail basis, who log at least 45 abstract, there are several but there are also more than 20 The film studies courses are. hours of work on a major works. "Family students in this college — so if Art 256 (English 256) entitled production. One credit is allotted pleasing Portrait" by Robert Gwathmey, any cultural interest has been Film Studies I: History, which per production for acting or for instance, uses a very stiff, inspired, there is one more day to the Art Department pamphlet contributing to one of the balanced linear contour colored visit the gallery. describes as "a survey of the first technical crafts such as in like a stained glass window. fifty years of the motion picture costumes, lighting, properties, with emphasis upon the major sound-music, make-up, and directors of America, Germany, publicity-house. Dramatic Arts MMM||nMH^BHMBBBBHBHnHBBMM Russia and France; Art 257 majors must complete at least 4, (English 257), Film Studies II: and no more than 8 credit hours Genre, described as "a study of in Play Production although they the avant-garde, documentary may work above this limit and fiction film with emphasis without further academic credit. upon American and foreign Only one credit per semester filmmakers," and Art 258, Film may be received. Studies III: Theory and Criticism Department head. Dr. Patton which is "a study of the major Lock wood, compared the Play film theorists and critics with Production system to receiving practical experience in film credit for a type of lab. Whereas criticism, selection, and class meetings generally evaluation." encompass theory, working on Other new art courses for this the shows is an "essential fall are Art 155, the Basic learning experience" in that the Processes and Principles of "productions are the culmination Photography; Art 211, Art for of the lectures." Special Populations; and Art 416, More information on the new Advanced Casting. Dramatics Degree will be given Art 355's title was changed at the meeting this Thursday for from Fundamentals of majors and other students Photography to Photography as interested in pursuing a theater an Art Form. degree. It will also provide an If interested in any of these new opportunity for the department to or changed courses, please see receive direct student feedback the Art Department for on the successes and additional information. shortcomings within it.
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Art Offerings
Include Film Studies By DEBBIE NORTHERN Cinema Studies, which were classified as an English course last year, have been retitled Film Studies and are now offered under the Art Department. Film Studies offers three levels of study. These courses, with the exception of Art 258, may be taken as literature credits or as art credits. Dr. Charlotte Schrader-Hooker is the Professor of the Film Studies and Filmmaking. She says that before, when Cinema Studies was listed as only an English course, "it got lost in the English studies." "Film studies classes are still being accepted for English credit. . . since they require a good bit of reading," she added. Another reason for the department change was that filmmaking was classified as an art course, and consolidation of this course and film studies was desired. Says Dr. Hooker, "Film studies lead to filmmaking." She says her teaching aim is to "make people aware of the great heritage that exists" in films. The college has a "nice collection of films dating back to 1895, which was the beginning of filmmaking." In class, famous films are screened with emphasis on "understanding the history of film as an art form." Dr. Hooker explains that her studies of classical films are "similar to studying Milton and Chaucer." "Ultimately the Art Department wants to offer a concentration in films and photography," she added. Perhaps an added incentive to her filmmaking and film studies courses is that the Datsun Motor Company is offering prizes of a car and scholarships to colleges and universities students for films or papers about films. Dr. Hooker is hoping a Longwood student will take advantage of
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Tennis Team Loses To RMWC, Wins Over Mary Washington By DEBBIE NORTHERN The tongwood Tennis Team dropped their first match away at Randolph-Macon Woman's College last Tuesday, but took their first win over Mary Washington Friday. Randolph-Macon had "more experience" according to Coach Phyliss Harriss. She was not disappointed by her team's 8-1 loss because she feels her team is "building up." Teresa Mcl-awhorn was the only team member to win her match. Friday, I-ongwood had a 6-3 victory. Coach Harriss was "real proud" and "knew they could do it." The team was playing extremely well Friday after a hard practice the day before. This Friday Richard Bass, a pro from Richmond, will assist the team in a workout before the team plays Madison Saturday. Scores from Mary Washington match: Singles: 1 Teresa Mcl^whorn lost to Kathy Cesky 6-2, 6-3 2. Margie Quarles d. Pam Neagley 6-2, 4-6, 6-2 3. Gwen Koechlien d. Sue Wilson 6-1, 6-0 4. Mary Barrett d. Evelyn
Photo: Debbie Northern Teresa McLawhorn sends her serve over the net Reams 6-4, 6-3 5. Nancy Leidenheimer d. Sarah McNally 3-6, 6-4, 7-5 6. Judy Fayne d. Bonnie Busking 5-7, 6-3, 7-6, (5-2) Doubles: 1. Gwen Koechlein and Margie Quarles lost to Kathy Cesky and
Sarah McNally 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 2. Teresa McLawhorn and Nancy Leidenheimer d. Pam Neagley and Evelyn Reams 3-6, 6-0, 6-2 3. Jil Bacchieri and Diana Nash lost to Bonnie Busking and Sue Wilson 7-6 (5-3), 6-3
SPORTS New Coach - New Team Hoping
I.A.A. Action By Margaret Hammersley — NOW PLAYING — Two intramural sports are now in progress. Five intermediate teams, divided by dorms, are now playing softball. Main Cunningham's team is captained by Susan Gray, North Cunningham's captain is Jo Ann Havell, Windy Moorefield heads Wheeler's team, Kathy Barcalow is AST's captain, and Sue Jones captains the Frazer team. Beginning teams are also organizing and are scheduled to play at later dates. Softball managers are Becky Mattox and Tommy Stout. Six co-ed flag football teams are also on the field. Sue Bona and H. L. Clay are managing the Tabb Grabbers, the Better Sex, the Weight Training I, Sue's Girls, French Foxes, and the Night Owls. — COMINGMen's and women's tennis singles are scheduled to begin soon. All interested may sign on the I. A. A. board in the smoker. Deanna Van Wey will be managing the tennis. Participants for men's and women's bowling must sign by September 22. The bowling manager is Debbie Fore. All IAA news is posted on the board in the smoker. - EQUIPMENT LOAN The I. A. A. owns equipment which may be checked out by any student at any time. Golf clubs and bags for both men and women are kept in the club house at the golf course. Students must furnish their own golf balls. College identification must be shown before clubs and bags are issued. Tennis rackets and badminton rackets are available for one day's use. Betty Brown, stationed in the towel room of the pool locker room, checks out this equipment. — I. A. A. MEETINGS — All students are invited and encouraged to attend the Thursday 6:45 p. m. meetings in the I. A. A. room in Lankford. This year's officers are: Kim McCanna, president; Alda Brown, vice president; Carol Filo, secretary; Debbie Fore, treasurer; and Ms. Carolyn Price, adviser.
Coach Harriss Has Wallet Stolen By DEBBIE NORTHERN Friday during the tennis match with Mary Washington, Coach Phyliss Harriss' wallet was stolen. Coach Harriss left her wallet inside her purse in the Forty-Love room beside Barlow Courts. Her wallet was missing when she went to look for it later. Campus police located the wallet in the men's shower room, but the thief had gotten away with about $21.00. Mrs. Harriss was grateful to get back her driver's license and pictures of sentimental value.
She was also pleased that the thief did not take her credit cards. Mrs. Harriss has left her purse in the room before and has "never thought" of anyone stealing it. The only words she has for the thief are, "If you really need the money I'll be glad to lend it to you in private . . . just put it in my faculty mailbox and if you need money let me know and I will leave it somewhere for you." Mrs. Harriss says she does not want to know who took her money, but she does not want the act to be on their conscience.
To Qualify For Nationals By DEBBIE MOl Land DEBBIE NORTHERN There's vigorous action on Barlow Field right now. I-ongwood's hockey team, under the fine coaching ability of Mary McDonough is preparing for a hopefully successful season. Miss McDonough, a new addition to the Physical Education staff here at Uingwood, graduated from Madison College (James Madison University) with a B.S. and a M.S. degree in Science with emphasis in Physical Education. Her previous involvements with sports are most admirable. She was a member and played on the United States Hockey Squad in 1975. Miss McDonough's ability not only lies in hockey but in lacrosse as well. She played for the United States Reserve in 1974 and was a member of the United States lacrosse Squad in 1975. She has coached lacrosse at Georgetown University and while a graduate student was an assistant coach in both hockey and lacrosse at Madison, where she p'ayed four years varsity hockey and lacorsse. After college, Miss McDonough played for the Washington Field Hockey Association. She has been in eight National Hockey Tournaments and eight National Lacrosse Tournaments. In addition, she coached the 1976 Southeast Team at Nationals. Her coaching career began at Hay field Secondary School in Alexandria. Since then she has coached at various hockey camps
such as the Mt. Pocono HockeyCamp in Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania, where she coached this summer. Fourteen Longwood hockey players attended this camp. Out of a field of about 40 contenders, 27 fortunate hockey players survived the grueling heat to make the 1977 Field Hockey Squad. Returning Seniors from last year, Carol Filo, from Virginia Beach; Cathy Ix>we, from Chantilly. and Terry Voit, originally from Pennsville, N. J., will be playing their fourth year of varsity hockey. Seniors Scottie Capehart and Terry Donahue, both of Richmond, have returned with three years of varsity experience Senior Clare Baxter from Princeton, N. J., did not play last year, but has one year varsity and one year JV experience as goalie at Longwood Also Senior Ginger Nicklas of Virginia Beach has returned from an absence with two years' JV experience. Other returning players are Sophomores Suzanne Ash of Richmond, Kim Ferbee and Debi Kinzel of Virginia Beach, Debbie Northern of Warsaw, Robin Rowen of Colonial Heights, Wanda Petersen, of Alexandria and Teresa Ware of Jackson, Florida. Myra Gwyer, from Richmond, is a returning Junior. Newcomers are Preshmen Barb Cox from Wilmington, Delaware, Julie Dayton of taurel, Delaware, Ten Davis and Cindy Dropeski of
Alexandria, Donna Deats from Spotsylvania. Jeanne Nolte of Richmond, Celeste Rodriguez of McLean, and Jackie Steel from Warrenton. Also Sophomores Doreen Shuffler of Virginia Beach, Genice Morgan of Alexandria, and Bev Kobayashi of Falls Church are new this year. This year's Manager is Diane Harwood. The hockey team hopes to qualify for the upcoming Intercollegiate Tournament held in Denver, Colorado. There is no reason why they don't go to the nationals. They are a good team but they will be challenged by teams that play just as well if not better. Miss McDonough feels that the team looks good as does the action on the field. They have a lot of potential in doing well. The players are willing to practice during the day which is advantageous in that they can receive individual attention. She feels that you can have a lot of experience as a coach but smooth interaction and communication between the players and the coach is most important. Says Coach McDonough, "They work real hard. I'm pleased with what I've seen so far." Over the Thanksgiving holidays, the third AIAW U. S. Field Hockey Association Collegiate National Championship will be held at the University of Denver. Sixteen (Continued on Page 8)
Captain Deanna VanWey In match against Madison University. Photo: Kendal Adams
Golf Team Expects "Excellent" Season The 1977 golf team consists of seven members. Four players have returned from last year, Sophomores Deanna Vanwey of San Diego, California, Becky Webb of Galax, Janet Clements of Vernon Hill, and Senior Meg Baskervill from South Boston. Newcomers are Freshmen Deborah Hood from South Hill, Kathy Smith from Covington, and Sophomore Penny Stephens from Ashland. The Longwood golf team won the state championship last year and has held that title four times in the past seven yecrs. This year's team opened its
season against James Madison University on September 15. Longwood defeated the opposition 7-5. Low scorers were Kathy Smith in number four position with an 82, Deborah Hood in number six position with an 83, Captain Deanna Vanwey in number one position with 87 and Janet Clements in number two position with 8€. Coach Barbara Smith predicts an "excellent" season for her team. Today Longwood will take on the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Madison College at home.
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Soccer Team Makes Comeback In Second Half To Tie Score By Margaret Hammersley After a brilliant comeback in the second half, the Ixmgwood Soccer Team, in its first match of the season last Saturday, tied the score at 4-4 with Greensboro College. Longwood's starting lineup was Kevin Bedsworth at right fullback, Greg Dunn at center fullback D. J. Lindsey at left fullback. Jerry Gilleland at right halfback, John Giza at center halfback, Bud Adkins at left halfback, Richard Hunt at right wing, David Kormornik at right inside, Steve Nelson at left inside, and Mark Gonte at left wing. Joe link played goalie. Greensboro scored three goals in the first half while I/mgwood failed to score at all. Offensively, Ixmgwood moved too quickly with the ball, unable to control it. Without teamwork Longwood could not get in position to score. Defensively during the first half, Coach Williamson faulted "the defense and the goalie for not working with each other." When link was covering one area of the goal, no fullback dropped back to cover the remaining area. The first two of Greensboro's goals were scored in that situation. Greensboro was extremely quick with their throw-ins. The ball was in the Ixmgwood defensive area before the fullbacks were.
Greensboro's goals were scored by Steve Gates, 10 minutes into the half; Bob Brewer, unassisted, 14 minutes into the half; and Guy Nghibi, assisted by number 7, 29 minutes into the half. After only twelve minutes into the second half, Ixmgwood had scored their first three goals. Slowing down and working with each other, Ixmgwood was able to score and keep Greensboro from scoring. Coach Williamson complimented the forward line on their teamwork to score, and the defense's positioning and play with the goalie. Four minutes into the half, David Kormornik scored the first goal unassisted. The second goal came six minutes later by Steve Nelson, assisted by Kormornik. Kormornik scored again, assisted by Mark Conte, twelve minutes into the half. Tied 3-3, with both teams tired but determined, and anxious spectators, the game went into overtime with two ten minute halves. The first half was scoreless. In the second half Greensboro's Bob Brewer, assisted by number 13, scored 16 minutes into overtime. With 16 seconds of play left, Nelson, assisted by Kormornik, scored the final goal to tie 4-4. The officials were kept busy,
Tuesday, September 20, 1977 THIS WEEK'S SPORTS ACTION Tuesday. September 20 Golf - H - 12:00 UNC Madison Hockey - H 4:00 Mary Washington Thursday, September 22 Hockey H 3:00 UVa. (Varsity. J.V.) Friday, September 23 Golf A 12:30 Madison Saturday, September 24 Soccer II 2:00 Christopher Newport Monday. September 26 Golf H 10:30 Appalachian Tuesday, Sept ember 27 Soccer A 1:00 Liberty Baptist Hockej H 3:00 VP1 .Varsity. J.V.) NEXT WEEK IN SPORTS
Greg Dunn, center, marks Greensboro. Left and rignt are Jerry Gilleland and D. J. Lindsey. photo: Nancy Cosjer but Williamson commented that added, "For a freshman he had they did a good job, "They were an exceptional game." in position on the field and Following the excitement of the followed the game." game, the untaping of ankles, the Joe Link, the freshman goalie, men's departure to dinner, Coach proved his ability Saturday. Williamson sat quietly in his Coach Williamson commented, office. Reclined in his desk chair "I must say, he has plenty of he smiled, saying, "I'm most courage; he's not afraid of the pleased with the character of the area or anyone coming in." He team; when they were down at
Volleyball preview A look at national volleyball Golf pro from Richmond Game Coverage the half thev did not stop." Ix)cking up the office he said, ixH's call it a day, a good day." The team's next match is next Saturday, September 24 at home against Christopher Newport College The game begins at 2.00 on the home field.
Soccer Gaining Popularity In North America By Margaret Hammersley After a scanty beginning, and until recently, soccer has had an uncelebrated existence in the United States. Fortunately, for the now millions of fans, the situation is changing. Soccer has been named the national sport in most European countries for years. To many nations soccer is known as football (not to be confused with the American version of the game), a game where the ball is moved with the foot. Variations of the game date back to ancient civilizations. In England, however, the progress and development of the game can be charted. In the earliest days of the game, the British government tried to ban soccer, yet enthusiasts would not allow it to happen. The first basic rules were not established until 1848 when Cambridge University did so. The rules were later recorded
in The Simplest Game, printed in 1862. In the next year the first body of rule governors formed the Football Association. The game later became known as soccer. One variation of the game was labelled rugby football, football in the American sense. Early soccer had' two goalkeepers. The offside rule was then defined, and goalkeepers were limited to one. The 1880's brought controversy as whether to keep soccer at an amateur or a professional level. The first players wanted the amateur standing to remain, yet it was the desire of the working class for the sport to advance. They foresaw a profit in professional play. It was in 1885 that professional soccer was legalized, and the first championship playoff, the Football Association Cup Final, was held in Ixmdon in 1901. The crowd was numbered at more than 100,000. The game, first stabilizing in
Britain, was then exported from Britain to colonies and possessions across the world. Even today this accounts for the number of foreign players on American teams. France, Belgium, Switzerland, Holland, Denmark and Spain formed the Federation International Football Association (FIFA) in 1904. By 1954, 130 nations had joined the roster of FIFA leagues. National leagues are usually divided into four divisions of 11 or 12 teams in each. International competition takes place in the playing of various championships. Every four years leading players from the winning national teams compete for the World Cup. The players must be citizens of the country for which they play. Dubbed as the two international soccer superstars are Eusebio, born in East Africa, and Pele\ born in Brazil. In 1957, at the age of 15, Eusebio signed his first professional contract with the Sporting Club of Lourenco Marques. He was later traded to the Benfica Club in Portugal. To most sportsmen he is rated second only to Pele*. Often referred to as the greatest of soccer players, Pele\ a native Brazilian, was born Edson Arantes do Nascimento. Pele! was piaying organized soccer at age 14, and the next year he signed with the professional Santos. The world got its first look at the superstar when he played in his first World Cup Championship in 1958 at the age of 17. In 1975 after 18 years with the Brazil Club, Pete Joined the New York Cosmos. October 1, 1977, at the age of 36, Pel* will retire from professional soccer.
His last game was in August when the Cosmos met the Seattle Sounders in Soccer Bowl '77. The history of soccer in America has not been as structured nor as organized as European soccer. Not only were the majority of American professionals nonnatives, they were also late comers. In the mid 1880's, American collegians were playing soccer, but by the name of football. It was not long before rugby and football, as we know it today, stunted the growth of soccer. It was not until 1933 that the U.S. established the first national association, the American Soccer league. The formation of other leagues soon followed. With the varied leagues and little unity, the sport struggled. The increase in popularity came in the 1960's. Schools and colleges were playing soccer, offering scholarships. 1967 marked the establishment of the North American Soccer league (NAflL). It now consists of 20 teams nationwide. Popularity is increasing, and it is in part due to the selling of the sport. Mr. Francisco Marcos. Vice President of Public Relations and Development of the Tampa Bay Rowdies Soccer Club, spoke over the phone with The Rotunda of how he sells soccer. He promotes soccer as a "family sport. .. competing with the beaches, movies, Busch Gardens ..." He explained that when the Rowdies started, soccer was virtually nonexistent; "it could not go over as a sport.'' The club administrators package the sport as entertainment, including family prices and cheerleading. Their goal is to reach the families in the hope that they "will come back as soccer fans."
Player identification with the fans is uppermost in the minds of the club's promoters. "All players are more or less English speaking players ... so they can identify with the fans," says Marcos. The players often serve in public service capacities, and in educational situations. Clinics are frequently conducted by the players in junior high and high schools. Mr. Marcos also noted the absense of a professional football team in Tampa as a plus in soccer promotion. Mr. Bobby Muffat, Publications Director for the Dallas Tornado, the oldest club in the league, also spoke of soccer as a "family-oriented sport; on the grass roots level, women can play." 'Family' and 'fans' seem to be the key words of the promoters which spoke to The Rotunda. Mr. Dave Ferroni, with the Minnesota Kicks' public relations office, emphasized the family and student pricing. Fans are also allowed free parking at the Kicks games. He added that "The players feel a strong obligation to the fans and the public." Soccer, having been referred to as 'a suburban sport" by Ferroni, and as a cosmopolitan' sport by Muffat, is securing large crowds. In their second season, while competing with baseball, hockey, and football, the Kicks drew crowds of 30,000 and more. The Kicks fans are aged between 18 and 25 years. Both Ferroni and Muffat estimate that 50 per cent of the fans are female. Speaking of the influence of professional soccer on collegiate soccer, Mr. Marcos commented (Continued on Page 8)
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Soccer Popularity (Continued from Page 7) that the popularity increase with the collegiate game is due to the emergence of. the professional game. He added that collegiate players "are being treated now like real athletes." For the professional draft, Mr. Marcos said that teams are beginning to look more closely at high school players; coaches desire to "get them young and mold them." Mr. Muffat concurred with that
statement saying that many high school students will move directly into the professional circuit and gain their education elsewhere. Commenting on the growth of soccer and the universality of the sport, Mr. Muffat allowed, "I'm positive that when we land on the moon, we won't be hitting a golf ball around, it'll be a soccer ball." It has been through the help of foreign players such as Pele, and foreign coaches conducting clinics that soccer has stabilized
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Greco Much Clutch Extra large triple frame purse, includes two framed compartments, checkbook or bill pocket, zipper enclosed security pocket, lumbo pouch and five credit card slots.
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