THE PROFILE The Independent Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott College Volume 76, Issue 1 September 15, 1989 AGNES SCOTT Park and Walk Increased Student Population and New Zonings Create Parking Scarcity by Monica Whiten There is absolutely nowhere i >n the entire campus of Agnes Scott College to park! That statement may seem to he an exaggeration, hut it one talks with the students, you will find that it is a common sentiment. Everyone is aware ot the prohlem, yet it persists and, according to public: safety officer Amy Lanier, the numher of day Students and RTCs, a larger student body, and the fact that more people have cars all add to the prohlem. Lots that are available (and may he used more often now that there is a shortage of lots near the dorms) are the tennis court lot, the physical plant lot, the observatory lot, and of course "the Boonies." A probable solution to the prohlem is the changing of E. Dougherty into a one-way street for the purpose of parking spaces on one side. The main concern of students seems to be that even these spaces are not very close to the dorms. Safety atter dark being the major point of concern, the comments ranged from expres- sions of frustration to anger. Many students feel that if they do complain, they will be told to go to Public Safety. Many do not feel that that is a viable option. Some feel that calling Public Safety Is inconvenient whereas others dislike the way they feel some officials of Public Safety- treat them. These people believe that they are seen as nothing more than problem children with ov eractive imaginations, because the Public Safety officials that they have come into contact with ex- pressed irritation and impa- tience, "as though thev were be- ing dragged away from some- thing drastically important.' 1 Christie Miller, Class of 1992, said, "It is inconvenient to have to decide whether or not to go out with an extra person and because things don't always go as planned it you plan to be back early when going out alone and somehow you're late you have a problem." The overwhelming consensus is that no one wants to park tar from their particular dorm, and the only lot with a phone is "the Boonies." This lot is still not seen as anything positive because it is so tar away from the campus and surrounded on three sides by semi-dense foliage. Michele Hampton (92) feels that the lots should just be made safer. "I think that there should be better lighting, especially in 'the Boonies. " Qeorge seems to be the only one who can find a "decent" parking place. Some students went as far as to suggest that cameras should be installed tor the purpose of monitoring the lots when Public Safety couldn't. Amy Lanier said, "We [Public Safety officials] are vers- aware of the parking problem." But for those who can take c oncrete action, there are problems as well. Plans must be initiated, then submitted and, hopefully, approved. Plans have been initiated and submitted but instead ot being approved were denied. There is a desire to enlarge sortie lots and even create a new one but the neighborhood residents and those in charge of zoning appear to be unsympathetic. The change in E. Dougherty's direction is seen as a sort ot compromise between our needs and those of the neighborhood. Until more spaces can be made available and closer, the students must deal with the problem as best as they can. An important concern is that the officials ot Public Safety realize that there is justifiable reluctance to walk alone from the various barking Whipped Now we can leave our car on the street. Inside Editorials Student Sick of Bunnies Page 3 Features The Dawg Days of Summer Page 6 Arts and Entertainment When You Can't Take Letitia Pate Anymore Page 10 Eyes Turn to Discrimination By Kristin Lemmerman Dean ot Students Cue Hudson glared as t he paper airplane shot out of the group of blue- eyes crowded in the back of the room. All of the blue-eyes applauded as it hit a brown-eye. "Look at them," she said con- descendingly, "They're applauding a paper airplane. Isn't that just like a blue-eve f 1 This may sound like a scene from some 1960s sci fi movie, but it and many others like it were part of this years Leadership Retreat, which ran from August 2 3 through the 25th. This year the student leaders from Student Government, In the end, most agreed that the experiment was a worthwhile one in that it helped them see first-hand what damage prejudice can do to a society even as small, liberal, and academically-oriented as Agnes Scott College. Interdormitory Council, Honor Court, and several other groups (including The Profile) partici- pated in a difficult experiment on prejudice. After splitting the students into two groups those with brown eyes and those with blue eyes (or green) I Van Hudson laid down the law. Blue-eved people, also known as "blue- eyes," were not to use the restrooms on the main floor of the convention center. Blue-eyed people were not to sit with brown-eyed people at meals. Blue-eyes were to let brown-eyed people use showers and eat meals first. Blue-eyes set up and cleaned up the meeting room and sat at the (Continued on page 5) Page 2 THE PROFILE Friday, September 15, 1989 fEignrrioiRr7i(Ap^si The Forum Losing Ground and Losing Safety by Jennifer Burger Editor We are all aware that parking on campus is a problem Public Safety is aware, Gerald Whitting- ton is aware, the faculty, staff, and students are aware. And it's not a new problem. The fact is that there is not enough parking tor the number of cars on cam- pus. The question here is "Why are students the ones literally losing ground?" In the past three years student parking has been disappearing disproportion- ately amid the Centennial Celebration activities and the summer vacations. First, the spaces along But- trick Drive were replaced with lovely bricked pat- terns. Along with these spaces went the ones in front of Inman. And four spaces in the Alumnae Lot have been redesignated "Alumnae Staff' when, curiously enough, there are only three regular staff persons in the Alumnae Office. This summer came the biggest setback of all. The Tennis Court Lot was rezoned as faculty/staff only. Why? Russ Drew, Chief of the Agnes Scott Police Department, was "tired of getting flack from faculty about not having parking spaces near their buildings." For years now the students have been complaining, but who's been listening? Obvi- ously, it's easier to listen to the faculty than the students, but remember us? We are the 589 women who pay to go to school here, and furthermore, 447 of us are required to live here! We are the ones who come home at odd hours of the night and find our- selves unable to park on the Main Loop in front of our homes or in the Tennis Court Lot where the school recently placed adequate lighting for "student safety." But, we are told, there's no reason to com- plain what they took from the students in the Tennis Court Lot they gave to us on East Dougherty Street. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. The very people who pledge our safety now tell us they had father US park on an unlighted strip of public thoroughfare! It seems the people with the power (and money) to make the necessary changes are the people with reserved parking spaces. How about a week or two with free-for-all parking, administration included? Then let's see just how bog it takes to find ;i reasonable solution. Public Safety News in Amy Lanier This year the Department of Public Safety will be utilizing a column in each issue of The /Vi tjile as well as other means when necessary to keep students, faculty, and start aware of cnmm.il activities or other problems on campu> and in the surrounding neigh horhixxl. We will focus on isMjes which we feel you need to he informed about or which pose particular problems tor the security ot our community. We also want to encourage you to come to our office and talk with us about issues on campus that you feel affect our community's safety. We are willing to work with you whenever possible to alleviate problems, but we need to know a problem exists before we can address it. Help us stay in- formed. l> -funics CPS IS HE CRAZY? WHEPf I WE 6EY OOP. FERT-. Floras. | I SMP, 'WHEN VO W y tf ID PICKET M B\*-AU/ ABOR.T(OMisrs..? % Thoughts from a "Blue-eye" by Melissa Wallace For two days, I was privileged to wear a black band around my neck, signifying both tbe color of my eyes and my low social position. The experiment concerning discrimination was a unique and memorable event. Since I hap- pened to belong to the "blue- eye" clan, I cannot honestly say that it was a pleasurable one. There were, however, moments during those two days which made everything else worth- while: Friends decided that their re- lationships were more important than the color ot the cvev Adrienne and Candy (two "brownies") nude themselves comfortable at a table full of "bluies." Groups discovered that accomplishment depends upon cooperation, equal respect, and the freedom for all members to use their skills and abilities. People did not stop communi- cating. This experiment was designed to give everyone a small taste ot the bitter reality that is prejudice and discrimination. We are in the midst of grappling with that real it v at Agnes Scott. They are not just problems between blacks and whites, but thev are problems which occur whenever there are differences. We tend to think of "prejudices" as forms of social problems, but they are more intimate tor they exist within each of our individual choices. Jesus Christ faced these same issues as he travelled in his ministry-. His example shows that love and understanding, facilitated through personal contact, is the key to dissolving the divisions. In jofin 4:7-25, he goes against social customs to speak to the Samaritan woman; he receives and eats with the sinners and tax collectors {Luke 15:1 ), as well as with Jews and Gentiles alike {Luke 14: I , Luke 10:38). We may be educated about these issues and we may change some oi our attitudes and opinions, but until we decide to deal with these problems on a personal level with each other, the differences between us will always be translated ihtp divisions. We have been through a year oi learning about prejudk e. Now hopefully our hearts will respond with the compassion ot Christ and we will begin to c hange i iui at I i< >ns< As it is written in I dim 4. ;J8, "Let US not fove in word or speech but in deed and in truth/ 1 THE PROFILE AGNES The Independent Student \vie\/w/>eT of Agi\es Seott ( lollege The Profile is published biweekly throughout the academic Year. The views Qr^r>i^Y^T Expressed in the editorial section are those ol the author and do not necessarily OL^W 1 1 represent the views ot the student body, faculty, or administration, Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Burner Assoc i.ite Editor Michelle Roberts ( opv Editor Kristin Lemmerman News Editors Laura Shaettcr, Erika Stamper Features Editor Amy Lovell Photography Editor Amy Lovell Photographers Barbie Stitt Asst Features Editor Kris! in Lemmerman AltS and Entertainment Editor Jean Wilson Business Manager Laura Williams Advertising Managet - - Pamela Muse Circulation Manager Wendy Schub Reporters Annmarie Anderson, IV. Michael Brown, Sidra Bennett Jenny Brand, Adnane ( reeiy, Leigh E. Echols, Janer Kidd, Kim Lamkin, Amy Lanier, Chrissie Lewandowski, Missy Marino, Barbi Stitt Debbie Strickland, Suzanne Tourville, Melissa Wallace, Monica Whiten The Profile Agnes Scan College Box 764 Decatur, GA 30030. Printed by Chapman Prevs, Atlanta, GA Editor's Note: The Profile always welcomes comments, criticism, and Suggestions. Letters to the Editor should he signed, typed double-spaced, and submitted to Box 764. Names will be withheld upon request, Friday, September 15, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 3 tmimisiA(Lisj hi Mortar Board Announces Black Cat Improvments Dear Agnes Scott Community: As most of you know, each year Mortar Board organizes the activities for Black Cat Week. This year's Board has decided to make a few small changes, and we want everyone in the community to be aware of these modifications. Last year's Mortar Board voted to abolish pranks alto- gether. We have decided to replace the traditional prank with the "un-prank." What is an un-prank. 7 Well, since Black Cat itself Is a week in which our community welcomes the new students, the un-prank will give the sophomore, junior., and senior classes a chance to do just that. Each class will have a day during Black Cat Week to do something for the new students (instead of to them!). The idea is for each class to get to know the new students, and to help make them a part of our community. In previous years, Interdorm has sponsored a Black Cat kickoff party on the Wednesday Letters To The Editor evening of Black Cat week, followed by a bonfire on Thursday evening. This year Interdorm will sponsor a combined kickoff/bonfire the Thursday evening of Black Cat Week. We hope that, by combining these two activities, we will encourage increased participation and attendance. The first-year students will present their mascot on this evening, as always. The last modification involves the competition for the Black Kitty. The only change is in the spirit category. Instead of judging this category subjec- tively, the judges will base their decision on participation at bonfire and production. The class with the highest percentage in attendance at these activities will win this category. We hope that this years Black Cat Week will be a success. If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, please contact any Mortar Board member. Sincerely, The 1989-90 Mortar Board Rep Rap by Suzanne Tourville One topic of Rep Council's recent discussions has been the idea of forming ,i student curriculum committee to lobby the faculty's committee effi- ciently when there exists interest in some change in the curricu- lum. It was brought up that few students understand the processes involved in adding new courses, majors, or minors; thus, when groups desire changes, the proper channels are hard to find. Further, it seems that the student representatives are seldom used to clarify these matters. After some consideration, Rep decided riot to torm such a committee. Instead, Rep proposed that students should be made more aware of what issues the Curriculum Committee deals with, who the student representatives to the committee are, and what actions should be taken when desiring change. The Curriculum Committee is a faculty committee made up of faculty members, the Regis- trar, the Dean of the College, and the President. There are also three student members who together have one vote. The committee approves new courses, course revisions, and topics tor topics courses. Also, thev accept and approve applications tor credit intern- ships, special studies (410s), and self-designed majors. The committee advises students with self-designed majors. The committee also deals with proposals for majors and minors, as well as some of the issues and guidelines involved with majors and minors. In some cases, the committee is also involved with transfer credit approval. For the next tew years, the self-assessment of the College, as mandated by the Southern Association of Colleges, is largely in the hands of the committee. They will help to identify the College's goals in the academic area and to determine methods to measure how well these godls are being met. The student representatives to the Curriculum Committee are: Adrienne Creety '90 Sharon Harp '91 Kim Gompoc '92. Students who have concerns about issues relevant to this committee's jurisdiction should contact their representative or some member of the committee. Concerns about new courses, majors, or minors should also he expressed to the department, if it exists, so that thev can directly hear students' desires and can advise feasible solutions. Burn The Bunnies Dear Editor: Art is one thing. Horrific- nightmare bunnies are another thing. These bunnies and their dangerous set-up have restricted the enjoyment and acess of the Woodruff Quadrangle. Surely our benefactor would be upset that students can not enjoy the wall which he provided. Granted, the bunnies are a source of good jokes, but they are also dangerous. Several students have nearly suffered accidents as a result of the bunnies and their treacherous wires which, if one is not looking closely, are difficult to see. If the bunnies are not removed by the time of the street dance, the school and administration could find themselves facing serious consequences. The wires which act as supports could cause a student or a guest to trip and fall. In addition to the danger of the supports, the material of the 'birds' is rough and the edges of these forms have sharp points. Should one of these forms fall during the course of a street dance, people could be injured. Finally, I wonder if the administration has not consid- ered the possibility of theft. The same young men who procured the glorious banners might find the cute little creatures too much to resist. We have all had the opportu- nity to partake of this art. Even the parents of the new freshman class have seen the work. It is time to set the bunnies free. For the sake of the campus' and the bunnies' safety please send the bunnies home. The irritation of the bunnies has far surpassed any deep mystical truths we might have gleaned from the exhibi- tion of the work. Sincerely, Burn A. Bunny ACROSS 1 Pintail duck 5 Article 8 Urge on 12 Fixed period of time 13 Beam 14 Sea eagle 15 Poem 16 Wearies 18 Japanese outcast 19 Greek letter 20 Old name for Thailand 21 As far as 23 Teutonic deity 24 Cornered 26 Royal 28 Cripples 29 Soft food 30 Republican party: init. 32 Husband of Gudrun 33 Dress border 34 Sleeveless cloak 35 Golf mound 36 Female hog 37 Sign of zodiac 38 Part of fireplace 40 Press 41 Note of scale 43 In response to 44 Cut 45 Article 47 Anglo-Saxon money 49 Swiftly 51 Metric measure 52 Felicitates 55 To and upon 56 Weight of India 57 Choicest DOWN 1 Halt 2 Ponder 3 Before The Weekly Crnsswnrd Puzzle 4 Printer's measure 5 Group of three 6 Damage 7 Organ of sight 42 TT 55" T5- 8 Earth goddess 9 Miner's find 10 Horned animal 1 1 Loved one 16 Cravats 17 Walk 20 Prefix: half 22 King of Bashan 25 Irritates 26 Male sheep 27 Once more 28 Small rug 29 Church bench 31 Footlike part 33 Torrid 34 Handle of a whip 36 Hindu guitar 37 Fairy in "The Tempest" 39 Ma's partner 40 Become liable to 41 Crazy: slang 42 Presently 44 Surfeit 45 War god 46 Bird's home 48 Emmet 50 Dance step 51 Consumed 53 Proceed 54 Hebrew month COLLEGE PRESS SERVICE See the next issue fen solution Page 4 THE PROFILE Friday, September 1 5, 1989 Elective Hours No Longer a Waste by Sidra Bennett Has it ever bothered you that you didn't get any particular credit tor putting extra hours into a department that you like, but not enough to major in? As students discovered upon returning to campus this fall, this problem has finally been solved. Agnes Scott has created a minors program which will begin this year. This program, which allows students to concentrate in a discipline they might not ordinarily pick for a major, will be available for students in any class. Currently available minors include Astronomy, Classical Studies, Greek, Latin, Business Economics, International Economics, English, French Language, History, Mathemat- ics, Philosophy, Spanish Language, and Women's Studies. If none of these minors interest you, the faculty will make minors approved during this year available for the 1990- 91 session. A student is allowed to self-design a minor with the approval of the head of her chosen department. As in the process of declaring a major, the minor will usually be declared at the end of the sophomore year, but it may be declared at any time. Students wishing to declare a minor should consult the registrar's office to obtain minor cards and the requirements for the minor. Freshman Terri Grossi feels that the minors program is "an advantage to the student because they [minors] allow her to express her interest in a field she may not want as a primary career." Sophomore Noelle Dixon also believes that the minors program will be a benefit for students in that it will allow them to obtain a dual emphasis without the pressure of a double major. Most students agree that the minors program is a positive addition to the Agnes Scott curriculum and additional evidence of the way in which Agnes Scott is meeting the changing educational needs of the students. Condom Sales in Dorms Falling Far Short College Press Service After struggling t< i gel condoms into their dorms and through their campus health clinics, students don't seem to be buying the devices* various cam- puses report. Campus condom sales have been so slow at Mich- igan State University, For ex- ample, that MSU officials in early May said they w ill recon- sider keeping condom vending machines in the school's dorms. Other campus and induM r\ representatives describe colle- giate condom sales in less^than- enthusiastic terms of being "flat/ 1 "t.ur," or -okay*" "Studies show people are more educated, but it's hard to get people to change their be- haviors," said Dr. Norman Estrin of the Health Industry Manufac- turer's Association, which tracks things like condom sales. "It's still not macho to use condoms." ( bfldbm sales at the University ot California at Santa Barbara, for instance, have been "very |\x)r," said dining services dir- ector Kenji Matuoka. At Ohio Slate, they have been "okay, not unusual or unique," added Bill Hall, director of OSU's residen- tial cafeterias. The University ot Connecticut is making money, "but not a great profit," from condom sales, said UConn operation official Chip Yensan. Some school condom sales are good. Central Michigan Uni- versity sells about 700 condoms a month from the 22 vending machines in its dorms, CMU North ( Campus housing director ( ii.mt Skortiski said. Skomski speculated students at smaller campuses may use campus vending machines more than students at bigger schools because they don't have as many other off-campus places where they can buy condoms. But Estrin said condom sales are not very good anywhere. "We're concerned that sales are relatively flat. AIDS did cause an initial jump, but it's flattened. If you look at the order of magnitude necessary to impact AIDS, it's not happen- ing." Estrin also attributed disap- pointing campus condom sales to youthful feelings of invulnera- bility. "College students think they're invincible.' 1 Gimmicks haven't helped, either. Nick Fogel of College Condoms, w hich markets the devices in school colors, describes his sales as "m'-m)." Fogel, however, thinks his condoms are popular if only because "retailers tell me our condoms are being stolen, and no others are." While Fogel contended his whimsical approach helps "make it okav (for students) to have one of these things," Estrin worries gimmicks "trivialize" a serious health hazard like AIDS, which is transmuted through some kinds of sexual contact, transfusions of contaminated blood and by using dirty needles to inject drugs. Consequently, some campuses aren't concerned that gales are slow. Noting that Michigan State sells an average of only nine condoms per week out of each of its dorm vending machines, MSU's Charles Gagliano added, "But that may be nine people who didn't use (condoms) before." "If you Save one life by providing this product," added CMU's Skomski "it's worth it." Career Corner We Look Forward To Seeing You Unisex Salon West Ponce Place Shopping Center Corner o' Ponce PI 4 Swanton Way 377-9004 Fr^e Parking by Adriane Creety Tear yourself away from your study carrel for a moment, and you may notice that the McCain Library is not the only library here on campus. There is another library that can become invaluable to all members of the campus community, located in the Career Planning and Placement Office. It is a resource center for career information with over 300 books. Some of these books contain information about particular careers such as teaching, medicine, law, and business. Other books cover writing resumes, the job search, career change, women and work, business etiquette, and more. The Occupa- tional Outlook r^ooks give concise overviews of many careers and tell how the job evenings in that field look for the year. Books, however, comprise only a portion of the career library resources. Also available is a computer program to help you match your interests to the right career, video tapes on inter- viewing skills, networking, as well as videos containing company information from Southern Bell, C&S, and other companies. Magazine and newspaper articles on jobs in over forty different fields, as well as job search information and articles of interest to aspiring entrepreneurs, are also available in the library. Anyone who has a particular career in mind can use the file drawers housing company literature from more than 200 companies as well as oyer thirty-five school districts. If you are unsure about your career direction, come to the Career Planning and Placement library in Main and utilize these valuable resources, so that when you make career decisions you will feel more confident about your choices. The career library is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and may be open additional hours by appoint- ment. In order to schedule additional library hours, please call ext. 6397. Remember to check the Campus Cohnectkftii and the bulletin boards in Buttrick and the Dining Hall tor upcoming events. ZOO u. by Mark Weitzman CPS 1989 Mark Weitzman kk Kick me if I don't hear the alarm. ' Friday, September 15, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 5 Cult Experts Claims Dangerous Groups on Campuses Everywhere Dangerous religious cults are cropping up on college cam- puses, a cult expert has claimed. "You may not think it's a problem on your campus, hut you have it," warned Marcia Rudin, director of the Interna- tional Cult Education program in New York City. Rudin initially made the claim July 2 1 at a meeting of the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators in Atlanta. Cults trom mind-control- ling unconventional Christian organizations to violence-prone satanic groups "are still very much around on college campuses, " she said. "They're really a problem everywhere," Rudin told College Press Service, especially in the South and at affluent colleges, including Brown and George Mason universities. That's news to Brown Uni- versity officials; spokesman Mark Nick le said they couldn't recall any run-ins with cults for at least the past two years. At George Mason, though, university officials hist spring denied a request by the Unifica- tion Church, affiliated with the Rev. Sun Myung Moon, to be recognized by the university. "They said they had been formally recognized by other schools when they hadn't," said spokesman Daniel Walsch. "They can still come on campus, as can just about any group." Rudin defined a cult as a group "exhibiting excessive devotion" to an idea and using "unethically manipulative tech- niques of persuasion and control." She said the Hare Krishnas, some of the "churches of Christ," and the Unification Church, or the Moonies, are the most active "cults" on college campuses. Campus Crusade tor Christ, although known for its agressive recruiting tactics, is honest, Rudin said. "As long as they're up-front and they don't use manipulative and deceitful tactics, we don't object," she added. Cults aren't necessarily crim- inal, Rudin said. "No one wants to curb freedom of religion." Round and Round by Barbie Stitt On August 26, members of the Class of 1993 and transfers were welcomed to the Agnes Scott campus. The Orientation Council, led by Karen Green, helped more than 1 70 new students get ready to start their first year at Agnes Scott College. The day began with the transferring of half of the students' worldly possessions into their new donn rooms in Walters, Inman, and Rebekah. Anxious students and their nervous parents met roommates, Interdorm members, and Big Sisters. Then the real ori- entation began. Praying that they would not misplace their plastic bags contain- ing valuable information, students attended countless meetings, in- cluding the President's welcome and faculty welcome, focus groups,and an introduction to the Writing Workshop. The students attended a party at the President's home, an even- ing at the High Museum ot Art, and an outing at Stone Mountain. Freshman Angie Tacker said, "I was really impressed with the Orientation Council. They seemed so organized and prepared. They really made me feel welcomed here." Angie's roommate, Amber Martin, said, "The Orientation Council went to so much trouble for us. We really appreciated that." All new students are now awaiting the culmination of freshman orientation, the week of Black Cat, as it rapidly approaches. Eyes (continued from page I ) back of the room. At first, reactions were clearly defined. Blue-eyes were furious; brown-eyes were delighted. Even- tually, however, opinions div er- ged, ranging from apathy to fury. There were some brown- and Mime blue-eyed people who chose to ignore the rules set down almost immediately, just as there were some brown-eyes who took their roles as oppressors to extremes. Many blue-eyes took this for granted and did their best to fulfill their roles as subservient retreaters. Others, however, could not bring themselves to do as their brown-eyed cohorts asked. Karen McNay, Blue-Eye, Hopkins' Resident Assistant and Dorm Counselor, was one of those who vowed that she would not have the brown-eyes' "norms and values pressed upon me." She felt that much of the retreat, spent on talking about issues like preven- tion of rape ("the basics") and what to do about lost keys, was a waste of time. Yet she did feel that the discrimination activity was a very worthwhile, "very personal" activity. Many questioned the validity of an experiment that lasted only tor twenty-tour hours, yet she argued that the discrimination "actually did affect us." Most felt that the experiment simulated real life very well in that some brown -eyes were not willing to be opressive and some blue-eyes were not willing to be opressed. On the flip side ot the coin, there were blue-eyes who were overly willing to be sub- servient, and brown-eyes who were overly willing to be superior. One drawback that everybody telt was the lack of unity within the brown-eye ranks. At the end ot the retreat, all the participants sat down and watched their situation being replicated in a much more serious form: they watched the designer ot the "discrimination on the basis of eye color" project on videotape as she conducted her seminar within the prison system. She was much harder on the prison employees than Gue Hudson had been with the student leaders, much pushier and much more condescending to all of the blue-eyes, although she had blue eyes herself. (She justified the pushing around of tellow blue-eyes by saying that her husband and her son, both of whom had brown eyes, had taught her how to act like a brown-eyed person, so that she could function in society.) Everyone agreed that, had the brown-eyed people had more support within their own group, it would have been easier to be mean. Said Robyn Porter, Brown-Eye, Class of 199Z, "I didn't tell any blue-eyes what to do it didn't feel right. It's a lot ot work to be a brown-eye." Robyn also mentioned another drawback: there hadn't been enough time at the retreat to switch off and let blue-eyed people be superior for a day. She wished that she could have been in the interior group, because while black students were able to experience the flip side of their own situation. She and many other white, brown-eyed students could only understand how bad it telt to discriminate against their friends, and see how hurt blue-eyed people were at their carelessly slung remarks. For example, Lauren Fowler (Brown-Eye, Class of 1992) was asked by a blue-eyed person if she could have some Doritos at a gathering. Lauren picked up the chips as she belatedly noticed the telltale black collar that all "interiors" were to wear. Glancing inside the bag, she grimaced and said, "Oh, I suppose so; they're practically gone anyway." She may not have meant it very seriously, but like many of the offhand remarks made that weekend, and like many of the offhand slurs made in real life it was taken as a serious offense. In the end, most agreed that the experiment was a worth- while one in that it helped them see first-hand what damage prejudice can do to a society even as small, liberal, and academically-oriented as Agnes Scott College. The Affordably Accomodating Hotel In ATLANTA-NORTHLAKE Complimentary continental breakfast Free local calls Free in-room movie channel "No Smokine" Rooms \j{wwtotu For reservations call: (404)493-1966 1-800-Hampton 3400 Northlake Parkway Atlanta, Georgia 30201 TRACKSIDE TAVERN 313 East College Avenue (Across the street) Page 6 THE PROFILE Friday, September 15, 1989 Hellish Ride Devastates Global Awareness Participants in Greece by Annmarie Anderson and Chrissie Lewandowski Got you to read it, didn't we? True, the 1989 Summer Global Awareness Trip to Greece w .i- not a devastating nightmare, aside from a tew minor draw- backs like "The Vomit Cbmet," a stolen wallet in Amsterdam (ahem 1 lost $100 and a Visa card), or Dodos, the chauvinistic lush/bus driver. Don't let the few complaints mislead you the trip was fan- tastic! Participants included a group of 20 students, Dr. Donna Sadler, Dr. Richard Parry, his wife Susan, artd the group's may cor, tour-year-old Lauren Sadler. Introductory classes took place in Inman Hall three davs before the trip, and we departed on Sunday, May 28. The flight was a mere nine hours to Ams- terdam a nine-hour time change and another three hours to Athens. It was difficult to suppress the excitement ot being in the most revered city of all ancient Greece until we saw the guards with machine guns at the airport and the thick layer ot smog which coated the entire city. That atmospnere still cduldn't ruin our excitement upon seeing the Parthenon for the first time. The archaeological digs and the museums that we visited for our art hist< >ry ^ lass were exciting, as were Dr. Parry's classes on So- crates as a literary figure. These classes were particularly inspir- ing because we actually walked and talked (and played Indian,) Jones) in Socrates' old haunts. In the first week of our by Debbie L. Strk ki and I couldn't find a summer dream job in Atlanta so 1 spent m\ summer interning as ,i re- porter tor .i weekly newspaper m Athens. (Not Athens, Greece, of Olympic and Socratic fame, hut .Athens, C Jeorgia, home ot the Bulldawgsand K.H.M.) Even ch( >ugh 1 had no car and had to live with an "Addam's Family" ran in an apartment with Cement block walls, 1 had a really g& m A v summer. An internship in .mother town otters unparalleled opportunities to build a resume, gam profes- sional experience, win friends, influence people, and elude parental supervision (which can be such .i drag .itter nine rxu mths). At the award-w inning Ob* server, I wrote up polk* reports, compiled the obituaries, and wrote stories, inc tuding it yi m month-long trip, we sailed to the beautiful islands of Crete and Santorini. A visit to the latter was an unexpected addition to our journey. We were supposed to sail to Myconos on an eight - hour tour (an eight-hour tour), but the weather started getting rough, the tiny catamaran was tossed ... and the members of our group started tossing a few things as well (hence the "Vomit Comet"). Drs. Parry and Sadler bravely ushered us off "The Boat from Hell" and onto the beautiful mountainous island where we spent three peaceful days. The beaches were gorgeous, and there was no need to worn about tan lines no bathing suit required! We won't mention the names of those who adhered to local custom, but if one ot your friends went on the trip, take a look at her tan lines (or lack thereof). After the Cycladic Islands, we spent an entire week in Athens. The Parthenon and Acropolis were the highlights of our stay. It is impossible to describe their majesty, so we won't try. It was quite hot; it rained only three times in the entire month that we were there! As we mentioned, the art was truly inspiring. The rest of .Athens, however, was truly tacky! Again, we don't mean to give you the wrong impression, the Greek people were very open and talkative. However, the tastet ulness of the souvenirs that the vendors were selling was very questionable. Picture om of the welfare < >ttKc was more comfortable than that of the library. I spent a lot of time drinking coffee in cafes, listening to bands at the Uptown and at the 40 Watt, and aerobicizing. Thanks to The Observer and Christine Cozzens, who recom- mended me for the job, I had a merry time and compiled a thick clip tile. Olympic site, soaring mountains, unbelievable countryside and seashore, and some wonderful Byzantine churches and monas- teries. We could rave on and on about the beaut v of Greece and tell you hundreds of anecdotes, hut we think what was most important about the trip is what we brought home with us. We're not talking about the plastic busts of Socrates or the "1 love Greece" T-shirts, though. We can Say, at least for ourselves, that we gained an understanding (or .it least a greater appreciation) ot a culture, past and present, entirely different from our own. America's culture is only 200 years old; the Greek culture is over 4000 years old. Two thousand years later, the ideas and questions of their great thinkers, from Socrates to Euripedes, still trouble us today. We had a wonderful summer. We made new friends on the trip (very cliche, but true!). We also became very close to out- professors they served as out teachers, tour guides, friends, confidants, and even as parents. (These reporters would particu- larly like to thank "Mom" Parry. )Almost all of us did some things we had never done before. With the exception of the final fifteen-hour plane ride, we can only hope we get another chance to experience these things as soon as possible. HAIRSTYLES FOR MEN & WOMEN 404/37 3-547K 1 14 E. Ponce de Leon Decatur, C3A 30030 Journalism Intern Reflects on Friday, September 15, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 7 Sociology Provides Both An Outlook and A Career for Bernita Berry by Jknnv Brand There's a new lady shaking up the sociology departmeni and it's none other than Dr. Bernita Berry. Dr. Berry is a dedicate J professor and sociologist, as well as an jntetesting person. She comes to Agnes Scott from Kent State University in Ohio, where she received her doctoral degree. She is enthusi- astic about getting used to a small college campus again, and she remarks that Agnes Scott is quite a change from the larger campus of Kent State. A Georgia native, Dr. Berry is thrilled to he back in the South, and especially to discover the changes in Atlanta since her last visit. She is also enjoying Agnes Scott because it is a women's college, and she believes that the atmosphere here u frees students up to speak more." Her goal is to get to know students from the first year on and watch them grow to new levels. Dr. Berry wishes to bring a "different viewpoint personally as well as professionally" to the sociology department. She uses much of her personal experience in her teaching, as she feels that this philosophy will allow tor a vivid understanding of the material presented to her students. Weightlifting and fast-paced walking for exercise are just a few of the fascinating hobbies Dr. Berry enjoys. She can't wait to try out our weight room. She also loves reading for en- joyment, observing people, and talking to older people "because they have such wonderful stories to tell." She has a passion for many types of music, including jazz, reggae, classical, gospel, and blues. She especially enjoys live situations where she can both listen to the music and watch the musicians perform. Dr. Berry's profession is truly an extension of her interests, and she is sure to bring freshness to her department and to the College as a whole. Watch out, Dr. Berry is a weightlifter. StreetBeat By Barbie Stitt The Question: What do you think about the current parking policy at ASC? GERALD WHITTINGTON V ice President of Business and Finance "The parking situation here is better than at most schools, where many students have to park miles from school. But, like most things, it could be im- proved. The subject is never far from my mind because no one will let it be." LINDA HUBERT Engfoh Department "It needs improvement, but c the bright side it remains a subject I can enjoy complaining about." SUZANNE TOURV1LLE Class of 1990 and Walters R.A. "I'm not very satisfied, especially when someone parks in my spot and Public Safety claims that they don't know how they can help me." DEBBIE BELL RTC 'There is a definite lack of communication between ASC and the commuting students regarding the new parking policies. Many students don't know exactly where they are allowed to park. All they know that they can't park where they used to park last year." JULIA DAVIDSON Class of 1990 "I feel that the faculty and staff did need more parking spaces, but it could have been in a different area. The students should have kept the tennis court lot because of safety. This is a very impor- tant issue because there are more [traditional] students and RTCs [than faculty]." Page 8 THE PROFILE Friday, September 15, 1989 Psych Major Discovers Joys, Tribulations of Homelessness and Unemployment by Janet Kidd It all started in the spring of 1989 when I received that little letter from our wonderful friends in Financial Aid: "Yes, you do have to work this summer." Where does one find summer employment? Presumably, one goes "home" (i.e. where some- one else pays rent and food) and finds a satisfying, well-paying job that will give her not only experience in her chosen career field, but also money to buy books in the fall. Right. Let me give you a little background on my own "home- lown. 1 ' I am from Elberton, C ieorgia, a small town northeast of Athens that misses being in South Carolina by only a few miles. You have probably never heard of it, but if you've walked up or down the steps in the quad, you've trod upon a little piece of Elberton. Those beautiful granite slabs represent Elbert County's sole trade. Granite quarries are wonder- ful for anyone who has money to buy and operate one, or someone with an interest in hard labor in temperatures that reach over I 10 degrees. Need- less to say, quarries have no use for ,i junior psychology student. I decided to stay in employ- ment-rich Atlanta, get an appropriate, eareer-related job (li. il paid well, and live With another Agties Scott student desirous ot doing the same. Well, I had much more luck finding a roommate than a place to live, Apartments carry 6, 9, or 12 month leases. The prob- rhoto by Janet KuU Janet Kidd would have done just about anything for money this summer. lem with that is obvious. The managers were very sympathetic with college students, but couldn't understand why we couldn't just get a nine month lease and live there during the school year as well. So much for apartments. My roommate and 1 hap- pened into some good luck, though. We found a professor who needed house sitters. The answer to all our problems, right? Well, not quite. She wasn't leaving until mid-June. We figured that we could surely find a place to live for a month. My roommate has kind rela- tives. 1 wasn't that lucky. I found a friend who told me that 1 could stay with her for a frac- tion of the rent. With my housing problem "solved", I set out to find a ca- reer-worthy job. I found ONE. 1 sent a resume and actually got an interview. The morning of my interview, they called to tell me they would not be hiring anyone after all. Great. Since I was running out of time and field-related jobs, I set- tled for the "general office du- ties" scene. After a tew more failures, I was happily received by the temporary service where I worked last year. Now that I was "employed," housing became a problem again. During finals week, my friend told me I couldn't live with her after all. She couldn't afford to let me stay the rest of the summer for only half rent. Since she lives in a very nice complex, I couldn't afford full rent, given my lack of full-time employment. She did offer me board for a couple of weeks if 1 needed it. Neither one of us thought I might have to take her up on that. In. despair, I wandered the halls of the Georgia Tech Band building, wailing "I'm a vaga- bond. 1 have no place to live. No one loves me. Boo hoo." Another friend came to the res- cue. She offered me a room in her house. Come mid-June when 1 was to move into the professor's house, relations with my friend had deteriorated greatly; we hadn't spoken for the last three weeks. I was ready to leave; but, alas, it wasn't to be. The professor found out that she would have to stay a few weeks longer through no fault of her own. Her summer had been almost as bad as mine. Remem- ber that first friend with the nice apartment.' Well, I called her begging for couch space. Hap- pily, she said 1 could even have a room. With a closet! To myself! We got along wonder- fully. Meanwhile, 1 had been as- signed a total of four jobs with the temporary service. 1 was staying at home more than 1 worked. Positions that I turned down included moving large boxes for some sort of company, re-doing an entire filing system for an insurance company (if you've ever seen insurance com* parlies' files, you know what a nightmare this is!), serving po- tato salad at a truckers' conven- tion, and working at Under- ground Atlanta for opening celebrations. Beggars can't be choosers, but some things are just not worth the money! Fortunately, after only two weeks, the professor did get to leave, so 1 got to move into her house in late July. Since 1 was so close to campus, I went to Career Placement and Planning and found a job working in a law office in downtown Decatur only blocks away. We won't talk about that job. It was money, and well earned, 1 say! I had a stable place to live and a stable job for the next month and a halt. Then it happened again. The professor came back one week, exactly, before the dorms opened. On top of that, my job at the law office unex- pectedly ran out a week earlier than I had {Manned. (The person 1 was replacing came hack.) I gave up and moved home tor a week. I got some GOOD food and lots ot rest tor the week before 1 came back to school. Ahhh, the comforts (and alas, poverty) of home. The move back onto campus was exhausting. Anyone who has ever tried to mow a "work- ing wardrobe," a bed, assorted objects, a fish, and a plant from one place to another cm under- stand the "fun" ot moving it five times. By August 28, 1 was ready to settle down! Maybe next summer Til jut give up and go home. For all the money I saved after moving four times, it would have been chea- per to go home. Just unem- ployed is better than homeless AND unemployed. But, then again wouldn't it be even easier to have a place to live that didn't kick you out over Thanksgiving, Christmas, and summer.' It's something to think about. How To Manage Your Professor Tips From a Prof by Dr. Michael Brown Professor of History Editors' Note: This piece was written originally fen the attention of a small focus group comprised of new students. Dr. Enmn did not intend it for publication. However, we have relmntcd excerpts, feeling that the advice is pertinent to all students. During these first few days and weeks at Agnes Scott, I'm sure that all sorts of people will be offering you advice about many things. I want to join the crowd because I've got some suggestions to offer about some people who will be very important to you in your new life.... The basic proposition is that your entire college education will be much easier, more pleasant, and more successful if, right from the start, you will develop the art of manag- ing your professors. The indispensable first step in this process is to remember one Simple principle: professors are human; professors are people.... Don't let yourself be blinded by titles; just because a person is called "Professor This" or "Doctor That" does not mean that he isn't human anymore. Earning the degree that ga\ e him these titles isn't any big deal. Professors want you to like them. And they care about you. From that combination it should be possible to build a pretty good relation- ship. And it you build gcxxJ relationships with your professors, you are much more likely to be successful m college. It's as simple as that. The first and most important step in building a good relationship with your professor is to get to know him as a person and to $9t him a chance to get to know you. You must personalize your professor. Now pay attention, because this is the most important bit ot advice I'm going to give you. Let me say it again: the most important step m building a good relationship with your professor is to get to know him as a person. You have to take the initiative in this and there is really only one way to go about it and that is to meet him in person, face to face. Im- pressing him in class is all well and good, but it is not a substitute for a personal encoun- ter....- Secondly, GO TO CLASS!. ..Let me try and tell you why. First of all, it's a matter of self-discipline. Self-discipline is one of the most important things you can learn in college. You are a big girl now. You are away from home. No one is going to make you do it. You've got to do it yourself. You've got to develop self-discipline.... This is a truth that is based on more than twenty-five years of teaching at this college: almost every student I know who has had academic trouble started that trouble by missing class. The reverse is equally tme: I can think of very few students who attended class regularly, and who saw their professors when they felt the need for extra help, who did not manage to overcome any difficulty they were having.... My third point brings us back more directly to the art of managing your professor. There is a very definite public relations angle to going to class. Don't kid yourself: your professor knows when you are not there, and it sends him a message. It says to him, "I don't really care about this class." Rightly or wrongly, every absence is taken as a personal insult.... The bottom line is th.u the kind of message you send through your attendance, or the lack ot it, is almost certain to have some bearing on the professor's altitude towards you when it comes time to grade papers and exams. Perhaps it should not be that way, but human nature, common sense, and experience all convince me that it is.... So go CD class! Never cut! Be on time in fact, for good measure, get there ahead of time: it will give you a chance to settle down and direct your thoughts to what lies ahead. And when the professor walks in, he'll see you, settled in and ready to go. Don't think that doesn't, make an impression.... Finally, as you know, it is very important when writing anything to acknowledge the source of any ideas you might have used. 1 wrote this shortly after having read a book called How to Survive and Thrive in College by Cliff Schimmels. I thought it was very sensible. Some of what I have written was suggested by Dr. Schimmels. I borrowed the book from Ms. Gannon in the Resource Center on the first floor of Buttrick. You might enjoy reading it if you have time. Friday, September I 5, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 9 NOW YOU CAN MAJOR IN ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND . ... CAREER ADVANCEMENT WITH A FREE PC WHEN YOU BECOME A ZENITH CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE' Like most students, you carry a double load. Not only are you pursuing your college major, but also planning your major career. Fortunately, you can succeed in both as a Zenith Data Systems Campus Representative. By working with Zenith Data Systems, you'll get Fortune 500 experience to give your career a real edge in tomorrow'sjob market. Plus the com puter skills you need right now in your classwork. In fact, we'll give you the best professional train- ing anywhere . . . while you're selling the most talked about personal computers on campus. YfNtTH I data I systems THE QUALITY GOES IN BEFORE THE NAME GOES ON 1988, Zenith Data Systems You'll even get FREE use of a Zenith Data Systems PC for a year. And once you place 50 orders, this PC is yours to keep ... as you start earning cash on every sale you make. So ace both majors. Become a Zenith Data Systems Campus Rep today. And take your knowledge out of the classroom and into the boardroom! TO BECOME A ZENITH DATA SYSTEMS CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE, CALL OR VISIT: Please call Barbara Brennen your Zenith Data Systems Representative at 404-446-6170 ext. #34 Form No. 1351-988 Page 10 THE PROFILE Friday, September 1 5, 1989 MM Missy Explores Alternatives to Lasagna Blanca by Missy Marino Dining hall got you down? Are you ready to go out to eat for a change of pace? Dining in Atlanta can be reasonable if you just take some time and look around before you sit down and order. Here are a few sugges- tions to help you find the perfect restaurant for your mood: Decatur The Freight Room, 301 E. Howard Ave. (across the railroad tracks) Sandwiches and nachos are their specialty. My personal favorite is the "Pacific Coast Line," a sandwich which combines avocado, t< >mato and Monterey Jack cheese. This restaurant is fairly priced and they take checks. Thumbs Up, 254 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. This restaurant is best known tor their break- fasts, but they bill themselves as an American fare restaurant. They serve a wonderful lunch menu and have an incredible chicken salad. Full of atmos- phere, this restaurant is a pleasant surprise. Bucks, 1 16 E. Ponce in downtown Decatur This restaurant, also touting Ameri- can fare, is the place to go when you want to get dressed up for dinner. ( Buck's is not too dressy, but certainly not a T- shirt place.) This restaurant is most usually frequented by ASC students when they want Oreo cheesecake. You must try the cheesecake, it is heavenly. Check out Buck's Underground if you experience Buck's burnout. Golden Buddha, 1905 Clairmont Rd. This restau- rant, as one might guess, serves Chinese food. It's best to go here in groups so that you can taste many different entrees. The food is wonderful, but it can be costly. Yen Ching, 1 707 Church St. Hidden beside the Kroger on Church Street, this little restaurant offers delicious alternatives to the usual Chinese fare. Priced at a level which is reasonable to very low, this restaurant offers friendly service as a bonus. Athens Pizza, 1369 Clair- mont Rd. Athens Pizza offers Greek food and, of course, pizza. This traditional pizza parlor of- fers delicious desserts in the cozy adjoining Athens Coffee House. El Toro, 1248 Clairmont Rd. This restaurant offers good, cheap Mexican food. The ser- vice is fast and the food pleas- antly hot. Virginia Highlands Little Five Points Pub, 1 174 Euclid Ave. The main attraction is the perfonners, but this pub has wonderful nachos and cheese fries. The burgers are excellent if you are really hun- gry. The sen- ice is slow, but it is worth the wait. Eat Your Vegetables, 438 More land Ave. The name of this restaurant gives you a clue as to their specialty, catering to vegetarians. They also have wonderful service and Red Zinger iced tea. Fellini's, Little Five Points This restaurant serves pizza for the "too cool" crowd. While dim iv', one get.s a taste ot the Former Eagle Flaps His Wings Eft Kim Lamkin Playing CO an enthusiast k crowd .it Lakewood Ampitheatre on Labor Day weekend, Don Henley proved that he "will not g< i quietly" frond the music scene. Henley captured the crowd with his opening number "Driving With Your Eves ( Sosed" and held them tor one and one half hours until the finale of "Desperado. M Henley, the former drummer of the Eagles, frequently thanked the crowd tor their admiration; they were on their feet cheering and dancing tor the majority ot the concert. The audience had expected to hear only Henley's solo works in this concert. Thus, they were elated as the performer began a Earn $6.00 Per Hour AND GAIN VALUA LE BUSINESS EXPERIENCE TO USE ON YOUR RESUME! 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The Majestic, on Ponce at N. Highland What can one say about a landmark. 7 All night and day they serve breakfasts and burgers. It is an interesting and frightening place to dine. Go there hungry; the waitresses are often quite testy if they are not assured a large tip. Piedmont Park Trapper's on the Park, 1 144 Piedmont Ave. Perhaps the best sandwiches on the planet. You can order the whole sand- wich or just the half. The mana- ger is very involved and may come to your table at any time to see how you are doing and tell jokes. The clam chowder is the perfect complement to the sand- wiches. The combination of good food, excellent service and a good view make this restaurant a must. Woody's, 981 Monroe Dr. - This is, perhaps, the only place left where one can order and re- ceive a foot long hot dog. Al- though it is usually packed on the weekends when the sun is out, the experience cannot be beaten. Anslev San Jose, 1510 Piedmont Ave. NE This Mexican restaurant has a dinner plate where the din- ner really covers the whole plate. The waitresses are prompt and courteous. The chile relleno is highly recommended. The plates are hot and the margaritas are loaded. It von love Mexican, you must try this restaurant. The King and 1 No, not the musical. Two doors down from San Jose, this restaurant serves delicious Chinese food at wonderful prices. By the way, don't even bother with Banghoh which is across the street; it cannot compare. Crazy Ray's, 14^2 Piedmont Ave. NE When you walk Into the bar area do not panic, think- ing you are in the wrong place, and leave. There is a restaurant and it is a nice place! Without drinks, a satisfying meal is about thirty dollars. They serve delect- able chicken dishes with gener- ous side orders. The service is wonderful. The War Brides Cast by Chrissie Lewandowski Arriving in the tall, these brides will take the Stage in the drama The War Bribes, The play is set in .i women's boarding house in Montgomery, Alabama during World War I. The play sports seven excellent women's roles. Julie Crecol will play IVidre, the eldest worn, in and "matron? oi the house. Rebecca, Oiedre's eldest and dearest friend, will be portrayed by Julia Prime. Laura Williams will play Delilah, an innocent teenage orphan searching tor her mother. Olivia, .i young school teacher living .a the k larding h< >use, will be portrayed by Andi Morano. The seamstress, Annabelle Lee, will by played by Jeannie C kmpbell. The mysterious eccentric claiming to be a dancer, India, will be played by Amanda 1 )eWees. Finally, 1 lattie Potter, plaved by C Ihrissie Lewandowski, Stirs up the trouble in the conservative southern women's home. Complete with appropriate costurnes and an extensive three-level set, the play will he true to period. With B$C k\ Prophet directing, The WW Brides promises to be challenging ind moving. When you feel the need to escape from Letitia Pate. . . , fiMghn..- ft, SandwichesSaladsSoups& Chili* .'v"S-t/. z Appetizers*DinnerSpecials # Dessert JSill * lire, kotyettreLt for study breaks (or studying) away from the campus Take-Out Available Conveniently located in the Old Decatur Train Depot at the corner of N. Candler Road College Avenue. r > 'Entertainment Thursday -Sunday Nights o 378 - 5365 Friday, September 15, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 1 1 Fall Fun Found at Atlanta Arts Festival by Leigh E. Echols Among the annual rites of fall, with the changing of leaves and the return to school, one finds the Atlanta Arts Festival. The Arts Festival is an annual event held in Piedmont Park which ofters exhibits, perform- ances, and activities of interest to Atlantans of all ages. This year's festival is bustling with activity. Large crowds fill the walkways, but the festival is worth the temporary irritation. The artists' market is filled with artists from around the nation displaying wares as varied as pot- tery, jewelry, prints, weaving and hand-blown glass. Among the more interesting exhibits is the Bath House exhibit which in- cludes a number of progressive and often controversial works. Those Bench warmers are Waiting Once Again by Chrissie Lewandowski From August 31 to September 16, Theatre Gael perfonned Waiting for Godot to sold-out audiences. Samuel Beckett's play is one of the most important theatrical pieces of the twentieth century and Theatre Gael performed the work masterfully. Based on Beckett's actual direction of the play in 1975, Theatre Gael captures the beauty of the work. They perform in a manner that docs not disappoint Beckett fans or theatre fans. Theatre critic Vivian Mercier describes the play as a play in which "nothing happens twice." This description does a disservice to the work. Although nothing seems to happen in the plot, the point which Beckett wished to make about modern life is found precisely within that absence of real action. Beckett apparently thought life tedious and exhaust- ing. He saw hope as the only thing which keeps man alive. Even though the direction of the work does not suggest any realism in the setting or actions, the characters are not two- dimensional. The character's lives and words, though strange and irrational, are portrayed convincingly by the actors. Lucky, played by Emory stu- dent Vince Tortorici, comes across as a difficult and complex character. Estragon (Joe Feld- man) and Vladinni (John Step- hens) were also wonderfully thought-provoking. The actors moved the audience from laugh- ter to frustration to hopelessness. Theatre Gael's production of Waiting For Godot was intelli- gent, entertaining and intimate. One can only hope that the company will choose this work again in the years to come. BUY & TRADE NEW & USED RECORDS 432-Moreland Avenue, N.E. 525-2275 DeKalb Avenue W ax *n Factsl More land Avenue Also of note are three site Works. These works deal with prominent social and environ- mental issues. The triptych "Receivers" comments on the connection between religion and greed. "Urban Debris Granary," by Randy Schull, needs no ex- planation. Finally, illustrating the problem of hunger and the scarcity of food for the needy, "Moving the Mountain" is an impressive work which contains 1 1 ,000 pounds of rice. Reminiscent of a carnival, street entertainers line the walk- ways of the Arts Festival. Face- painters, balloon sculptors, mag- icians and musicians are among the artisans displaying their ta- lents to the crowds. Throughout the festival, theater, music and dance performances will be held. There is definitely something for everyone . The Festival will run through Sunday, September 17. The Festival's hours are 1 1 :00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday and Sat- urday and 1 1:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday. Every member of the campus community should partake of this event. Remember, after this weekend the fun's gone! Calendar of Events Exhibits Dana Fine Arts Building, Agnes Scott College. Currently Showing: "Another Art Show": through October 7. The High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree Street, N.E. Currently Showing/ "Barry LeVa: 1966-1988" through October 29. "Art At The Edge: Ida Ap- plebroog" through October 29. "Land Of The Deepest Shade: Photographs Of The South by John McWilliams" through January 7. Plays Horizon Theatre Company, Euclid and Austin Avenues in Little Five Points is currently performing: Shakin the Mess Outta Misery: Wednesday through Saturday 8 p.m., Sundays 5 p.m. Cost is $6.00 for students. Ends October 28. Academy Theatre, Fourteenth and Juniper Streets Arriving September 20: The Crucible: Wednesday through Friday 8 p.m., Saturdays 5 and 8:30 p.m., Sundays 3 p.m. Student discount tickets are available. Ends October 1 f. The Alliance, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. N.E. is currently perfonning: Southern Cross: Tuesday through Saturday 8 p.m., Sunday 7:30 p.m., Satur- day and Sunday matinee 2:30 p.m. Rush tickets available. Costs $9.50. Ends October 28. Theatre Gael, phone number for information 329-4500 Currently Perfonning (at the Academy Theatre): Waiting For Godot: Last performance: September 16. Music ASC, Maclean Auditorium of Presser Hall Perfonning:Clyde Tipton: Baritone and composer. Free to the public on Monday, September 25 at 8:15 p.m. Picasso's Scott Cossu Quartet: Jazz/New age pianist: September 23: 8:30 and 1 1:00 p.m. Tickets at the door are $12. 50. Advance tickets are available at Wax J N Facts or Wuxtry for $ 1 1 .00. / FKIJOLEFCOS 308 W. 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t (Continual on page 5) The student body has longed to set the bunnies free. Some students even "took matters into their own hands." The art, which has been in the quad since April, was removed on Friday, September 22, 1989. Dr. Sally MacEwen's daughter, Elaine Ruscetta, pictured, helps the artist with this noble cuase. Inside Editorials Rep Approves Pro-Choice Qroup Page 2 Features Qreeks Kill LiV Sisters Page 5 Arts and Entertainment The Party of the Century Page 9 Page 2 THE PROFILE Friday, September 29, 1989 fiiDrrpp(R]mA(r^ The Forum Cetennial Celebration Promotes Commuinity Unity by JexNnifer Hunt Burger Editor It seems for years now Agnes Scott has been losing that sense of "community unity" which was the very 7 bond that kept the school going for so many years. Students cannot get the faculty and staff involved in Black Cat Week at least not as involved as we would like. Dean Hudson stmggles with ways to entice the students to our weekly community convocations. Everyone seems to rush around in his or her own private community. "There is no Agnes Scott community, Well, the final weekend of the Centennial Cele- bration proved that theory wrong. For one of the first time in over three years, our community acted like one. The pride and enthusiasm which was evident on so many faces students, faculty, staff, administration, and alumnae was almost unbelievable. Agnes Scott did a fantastic job! And while u The Party of the Century" was won- derfully more than most had expected Carolyn Wynens and all ot her committees and volunteers really did pull off the party ot the century the Sunday's worship service was the highlight of the weekend. People of different faiths and different back- grounds walking en masse to the place where it all started, now over a hundred years ago. All those different people with one common bond OUR College. Many of the everyday occurrences on our cam- pus things that many of us take for granted would probably shock George Washington Scott and his fellow presbyterians. Rut I think we can rest assured that they would be proud of Agnes Scott College and the community spirit we showed in the celebration of 100 years as a fine institution for women. Let the celebration continue! Public Safety News in Amy Lami k Around noon on September 19, the Department of" Public Safety received a report of a ve- hide left unattended with the motor running in the Prcsscr parking lot. Officer \ Iill res- ponded to the scene, and found the vehicle running with damage to the steering column and no keys in the ignition. A witness from the Physical Plant stated that he observed a young, black male leaving the vehicle and getting into a white car driven by a second black male. Both men then drove from the area on South McDonough Street. During the investigation it was found that another car had been stolen from the parking lot. Also, at approximately 9:00 p.m. on September W, a robbery occurred in the $00 block ot South C handler Street. A couple walking south approached a dark blue, older model Oldsmobile driven by a black male. The black male had pulled onto the sidewalk as if he was having car trouble. When the couple reached the car, two other black males one of them armed with a knife walked up behind the couple and asked for their money. The man gave the suspects his wallet, the woman had no money After the young men procured the wallet, they entered the car with the third male and drove off. Both incidents are still under investigation by the Department of Public Safety and the Decatur Police Department. by Joy Howard and Stacey Langwick On Tuesday, September 19, Rep Council gave permission for the formation of an Agnes Scott College chapter of Georgia Abortion Rights Action League (GARAL) pending approval of their constitution. Members of Rep Council expressed deep concern over the divisiveness within the Agnes Scott community caused by the issue of legal abortion. We recognize the need for channels tor constructive discussion oi Rep Rap this issue. Rep Council's ap- proval ot a GARAL chapter is an effort to begin the cre.u ion of such channels. GARAL's proposal to Rep Council stated their philosophy as one involving % strong belief in mutual respect, not only fat our members, but for individuals with differing opinion. The issue here is choice. We realize that the issue of abortion is an emotional one, and that one's personal beliefs relating to this issue have been formed through one's experience and upbringing. Realizing this, our goal is not to convert anyone, but to recognize and activate those with these common beliefs." As a council we haw taken a neutral stance on this issue in or- der to facilitate debate within the community. I Lowever, we Strongly support the freedom of speech and the free format ion of special interest groups. Without such a commitment we limit our potential and preclude crcativ- itv. The most stable ecosystems are those that are most diverse. Creating and acknowledging diversity at Agnes Scott ensures our survival as a strong commu- nity. THE PROFILE The Independent Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott College AGNES T ^ c Pri) l 1 ^' ls P^klidnecj biweekly Throughout the academic war. The views Qf^ry I M 1 ' cx P rcssc *^ in ,nc editorial section are those of the author and do not necessa DwW 1 1 repre-enr the views a) thfi Mudent body, faculty, OX administ rat ion. Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Burger Ass< >ciate Editor Michelle Roberts Copy Editor Kristin Lemmerman News Editor Laura Shaetter Asst. News Editor Erika Stamper Features Editor Amy Lovell Asst. Features Editor Kristin Lemmerman Arts and Entertainment Editor Jean Wilson Photography Editor Amy Lovell Photographer Barbie Stitt Business Manager Laura Williams Advertising Manager Pamela Muse C arcul.it ion Manager Wendy Schulz Circulation Assistants Suzanne Crocker, Julia Davidson, Lisa ( irahn, Stephanie St nckland, Wendy Ward, lean Wilson The Profile Agnes Scott College Box 764 Decatur, GA 30030. Printed by Chapman Press, Atlanta, GA Editor's Note: The Profile always welcomes comments, criticism, and suggestions. Letters to the Editor should h signed, tyred double-spaced, and submitted to Box 764. Names will be withheld upon request. Friday, September 29, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 3 (E|pmT|qRrTi|A|i^ Time Traveler Recognize the Similarities; Laugh at the Differences by Elizabeth Peryam Mark Twain once wrote, "Loyalty to petrified opinion never broke a chain or freed a human soul." The Agnes Scott student body embraces all ages, races, nations and faiths, some of which we may never have heard. We are all different, yet we are all the same, children of the same loving, all-powerful Crea- tor. When one can recognize the similarities between the world's religions, the differences become laughable. In the article, "Cult Experts Claim Dangerous Groups on Campuses Everywhere", the "Cult Expert" lists "unconven- tional Christian organizations" among her "dangerous cults". Do I understand her correctly. 7 Is she saying that although we come to college to get the latest in scientific, political, psycho- logical, and philosophical thought, no new thinking is allowed in the Christian faith.' Well, show me to my stake, tie me up and light your match. My God is much too large and powerful to hammer down to fit inside a "conventional Christian organization." The healthy human spirit learns and evolves through many different phases of spiritual understanding over the years. Children in kindergarten are pretty much aware of their lack of knowledge. No such realistic humility exists in the minds of most Just- Born- Again Chris- tians. They read the first few books of the Bible and decide they are authorized to dictate to all the rest of us, including forcing us to bear unwanted children. It takes years for these people to get to the part in the Book about the Main Man, Jesus. In the meantime, substituting fear for faith, they wreak havoc on the psyches of their children and on the laws of this nation. It has been said, "Jesus came to point the way, but most of us are worshiping his finger." The worship of one's own man-made church instead of the All-One- God becomes idolatry. The illusion of separateness, from God or from ones fellow humans, is the only sin. "My kingdom is not of this earth," Jesus said, and He said, "The Kingdom of Heaven is within." God speaks to each of us on a personal level if only we stop long enough to listen. Wherever that still, small voice inside us leads us to explore, that is our own personal path to God. "Judge not," Jesus said, "Lest you be judged." When the fundamentalists get to that part of the Book, maybe then they will stop flinging condemnatory words like "cult" at the rest of us whose beliefs do not conform precisely to theirs. Puzzle Solution Letters To The Editor Maya Copped Out Dear Editor: Last week, when it finally soaked in that Maya Angelou was going to be on campus, I ran out to Oxford Books to pick up a copy on one of her works. No problem. And on Friday, the day she was to speak, I hurried over to Presser so 1 would be assured a good seat and I was. But to my horror and dismay, there was a rumor in the auditorium that she was not coming and she did not. President Schmidt implied that hurricane Hugo had stopped her, but people are saying that she just backed out because she didn't feel like coming. And what I find even more horrifying is that this is not the first time Maya Angelou has backed out on Agnes Scott. I find it hard to understand how someone can make a commitment and then back out for no real reason. Didn't she understand what a spot that put the people in charge in? I also find it hard to believe that the people in charge would ask her to come again knowing full well th.it she backed out once before. And from what I hear, she has a reputation for backing out on speaking engagements. Thank God for people like Karen Anderson and Dean Sims who come through in the end. I may have Maya Angelou's book, but Karen and Dean Sims have my respect. Sincerely, Pooh Parent Complains About Parking Dear Editor: As a parent of an Agnes Scott student and someone who sends an awful lot of money to the school, I was appalled when I read your editorial in the September 15, 1989 issue of The Profile. I agree wholeheartedly with your cries, and frankly I hope someone in the administration is listening. If I thought parking were something my daughter needed to worry about in college, her father and I would have sent her to the University of Georgia. We sent her to Agnes Scott. Sincerely, Name Withheld ACROSS 1 Room in harem 4 Equally 6 Sumptuous meal 1 1 Stay 13 Sword 15 Near 16 Frowns 18 Sun god 19 Latin conjunction 21 Certain 22 Without end 24 Cicatrix 26 Rise and fall of ocean 28 French for "summer" 29 Small stoves 31 Small children 33 Teutonic deity 34 Liquid measure 36 Gangster's girl friend 38 As far as 40 Want 42 Approaches 45 Wine cup 47 Hospital section 49 Food program 50 Writes 52 Extremely terrible 54 Fufill 55 Negative prefix 56 Make ready 59 Ma's partner 61 Mend 63 Slice of fish without bone 65 Cares for 66 Symbol for tellurium 67 Individual DOWN 1 Anglo-Saxon money 2 Discover The Crosswnrd Puzzle 3 Morning monogram 4 Is ill 5 Long nose of swine 6 Liberty 7 Organ of hearing 8 Part of church 9 Spanish for "yes" 10 Cylindrical 12 Symbol for silver 14 More unusual 17 Court order 20 Zest 23 Brother of Odin 24 Compass point 25 Shower 27 Short jacket 30 Killed 32 Winter vehicle 35 Chiefs 37 Deposited 38 Nocturnal mammal 39 Egg dish 41 Fall in drops 43 Unlock again 44 Street: abbr. 46 Article 48 Tentative sketch 51 Bridge 53 Great Lake 57 Free of 58 Spanish article 60 Consumed 62 Hebrew letter 64 Behold! Page 4 THE PROFILE Friday, September 29, 1989 Liberal Arts Deemed the Core of Excellence PHOTO BY BARBIE ST1TT by Kate Simpkins i Honors Day Convocation featured Edward B. Fiske, author of How to Get in to the Right College and education editor of the Neu' York Times . Both the academic scholars and the liberal arts system of education and its purposes for the future were held in high esteem. Fiske pointed out that there has recently been "a flight from the arts and sciences." However, students are no longer sacrificing ihcir pursuits in areas deemed less profitable just to get a job placement. They are more inclined to "adapt to new intellectual c hal le nges . " Fi^ke, in praise of the liberal ;ifr> system, believes a liberal arts education motivates "an ability to learn," thus giving students the stimulus to test themselves in the real world. Agnes Scott students demonstrate these qualities and shifts of attitude in their academic performances. After Edward B. Fiske spoke, Dean Catherine Sims an- nounced the honors. The 1990 graduating class won the award for the highest grade point average for the 1988-89 school year. The Honor and Dean's Honor Lists of 1988-89 which include over 100 names per semester were presented. The require- ments for the honor list are a completed 1 2 semester hours in academic courses, a semester quality-point ratio of at least 3.3, and no grade below C. The requirements for Deans Honor List are the same, with a 3.7 quality point ratio. Also announced were the Dana Scholars from the sopho- more, junior, and senior classes. Criteria for this scholarship included academic promise and leadership potential for sopho- mores, and academic achieve- ment and demonstrated leader- ship for juniors and seniors. Numerous scholarships were also awarded and announced. These honors reinforced Fiske's message of the strengths and benefits of the liberal arts curriculum. ASC President Ruth Schmidt Dean Sims Returns to College (Again) Career Corner by Sharon Murphy Agnes Scott's new Interim Dean, Catherine Strateman Sims, is a powerfully direct and articulate woman who is returning to the Agnes Scott campus tor the fourth time. Some fifty years ago, Dean Sims taught history at the college for twenty years under President McCain. She notes that the students were "much more limited" socially and academically. After her two-decade tenure, she returned twice to teach for two years. Dean Sims misses teaching: although she has been continually involved in colleges, it has ranged to experience as an administrator at a women's college in Turkey and as Dean at She feels that students here live "high on the hog" and enjoy greater social and aca- demic freedom. Sweetbriar College. Dean Sims is quick to point out that she declined the job when President Schmidt first offered. Only after President Schmidt's persistence and persuasiveness did she accept. She notes many positive changes on campus, most noticeably the recent renovation and construction. She feels that students here live "high on the hog" and enjoy a greater social and academic freedom. She is also pleased to find a "younger faculty" that is "very well qualified." Overall, Dean Sims finds Agnes Scott a "much more prosperous" institution than when she was last here and is excited to be back here in her new capacity as Interim Dean. BY Adriane Creety Have you ever wondered what Agnes Scott alumnae do after they graduate, what kinds of jobs they get and how their careers relate to their major? Now you can find out all this and more through Career Planning and Placement. This summer the CPckP office compiled information from 1-, 5-, 10-, 1 5-, and 20-year reunion surveys of ASC alumnae. This information has been gathered in an effort to offer current Agnes Scott students a more complete and thorough form of career counselling. Data resulting from these surveys includes salary ranges, job and company titles listed according to major, graduate school and degree information, a list of those alumnae who are willing to talk with current ASC students about their careers and much more. Don't wait to stop by Career Planning & Placement in Main to find out how this information can help you! The sooner you seek assistance with career planning, the better your chances will be of getting a job with which you are happy. CBS News Correspondent CHARLES KURALT Friday, October 6, 1989 8:15 p.m. Gaines Auditorium Agnes Scott College % TRACKSIDE TAVERN 3 1 3 East College Avenue (Across the street) Friday, September 29, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 5 "Little Sisters" Under Scrutiny Due to Legal Risks, Discrimination by Karen Riggs Many ASC students rely on the Greek system of surrounding universities as a way of having a social life and meeting men. The only official way that ASC students can officially become a part of such a social system is through the Little Sister program at the various fraternities. If a student participates in the annual fall rush, she may then receive the voted approval of ,1 fraternity's brothers. At that point, she cm pay minimal dues, about $20 per quarter, and rest assured that she may participate in social functions and meetings of that specific fraternity. This "Little Sister" program has been in existence for about ten years; however, it is currently being scrutinized due to legal risks and sex discrimina- tion issues. According to Bill Barnes, the Assistant to the Vice-President of Student Affairs at Georgia Tech University, the Little Sister program is on its way to becoming extinct. In Mr. Barnes' experiences with a Delta Chi chapter, he saw the little sisters "used as slave tabor by having to clean the fraternity house and supply the brothers with food and as a pretty face to have around during rush." Although this sentiment is not necessarily shared by all, the growing awareness of sexual discrimination is playing a role in disbanding the programs on a national level. "We really do not feel that this is a good experience for the women," said Bridget Guernsey, president of the Association of Fraternity Advisers. "A lot of times they are put in a subservi- ent position" (New York Times, September 18, 1989). To avoid such accusations and legal problems, fraternities are creating a more honorary system by naming girls "sweet- hearts." This is allegedly a way for the brothers to show appreciation to girls who have been loyal to the fraternity Agnes Scott to Seal Time Capsule by Susan Adams To commemorate Agnes Scott's Centennial Celebration, a time capsule will be placed on campus in February to coincide with Founder's Day. Doctor Becky Prophet, en- chair of the Centennial Celebra- tion Steering Committee, introduced the idea to the Committee. Plans are now being finalized for the event. The committee hopes th.it the capsule will be excavated and opened during the celebration of the College's bicentennial. The capsule will be restricted to a size of W deep, 10" wide by 12" long because technology (unfortunately) does not allow any larger size capsule to remain preserved The capsule will be filled with materials suggested by student organizations, faculty, and staff, among others. The company Agnes Scott is most likely to deal with has made some suggestions for the contents of our capsule. These include photographs, signature scrolls, essays, telephone books, credit cards, current newspapers and magazines, flags, clothing, electronic equipment, and seeds. Forecasts of what life will be like in the future may be requested from educators, legislatures, students, theologians, and area business people. Sherri Katz, DDS Bleaching Veneers Bonding Restorative Denistry 2199 North Decatur Road 325-5440 Free Cosmetic Consultation The Centennial Steering Committee also added a few suggestions of its own, such as copies of programs, menus, recipes, catalogues, job descrip- tions, and maps or diagrams. All items contributed are restricted not only to the size of the container, but also to non- dependence on a current technology. For example, no compact disks are allowed unless we also decide to contribute a CD player to the Class of 2089. The Centennial Steering Committee will be accepting suggestions until October 30, but more definite plans concerning the capsule will be made within the coming months. Women's Cross Country at Oglethorpe by Valerie Caraotta On Friday September 22, 1989, members of the women's cross coutry team participated in the cross country meet held at Oglethorpe University. A total of 17 women, from Oglethorpe, Mercer of Macon, and Agnes Scott, ran in the race. Although the women did not field a full 5 runners, the individual performers did well against both teams. Stephanie Richards, with just a week's time of practice, managed to finish the course in strong fashion. Laura Bar- lament, also a freshman, finished fifth overall. Freshmen Erin Muntzing was the overall winner in the race, finishing the 3.1 mile course in 22 minutes, 21 seconds. house. "Sweethearts" and "friends" are fewer in number and do not have to pay dues, yet they are still invited to weekly dinners and meetings with the brothers. The Theta Chi chapter at Tech has a system similar to this. As the "little sister" programs at Georgia Tech and other area universities are replaced with less official, more informal programs, Agnes Scott women in search of off-campus social lives may have to adapt ro a new style. On the other hand, the new programs may open social opportunities to more women who might have been excluded from the old system. PHOTO RY BII.I.IM IRCYER Ellen Qoodman Goodman (continued from page I ) the values of the past and a resolution of the conflicts of the present." She noted the tremendous guilt that women face when they cannot fill the old roles as well as the new ones. This guilt is best represented by the image of "superwoman," the "socially useful myth that women can have it all only if they can do it all." Because women cannot possibly do it all, Goodman pointed to the "media-created victim of the women's move- ment," the "superdrudge." This image is "frightening to young women," who are told that many choices are available, but do not always feel that way. "The truth," Goodman stated, "is that stress causes powerless- ness... stress comes not from having choices but from not having support for those choices." She noted that social change the movement towards equality has become lopsided over the years because women still earn 62 cents for every dollar earned by men. Therefore women are expected to do more than their share ot w ork at home to make an "equal contribution." Goodman discussed the fact that "American society opened doors to women but not to women's values." There is a "fundamental split in the American psyche" between the values of caretaking (traditional female values: "Life has no meaning unless we share it with others.") and the values of achievement (traditional male values: "We can make it on our own."). The goal of the '90s, aca >jd- ing to Goodman, is to achieve an equal balance between male and female values. "She [Ellen Goodman] should have spoken at the closing convocation." That "Centennial sentiment" was the last to be spoken by students, faculty, staff and alumnae. Alter hearing Goodman speak, Maya Ange- lou's disappointing cancellation earlier that day was virtually forgotten. Page 6 THE PROFILE Friday, September 29, 1989 PHOTO BY BARBIE STOT ^ I Freshmen Discover the Trials and Tribulations of College Dean Sims Deam Sims Proves Invaluable by Jean Wilson Hurricane Hugo prevented Maya Angelou from keeping her engagement as the Centennial Celebration's closing convoca- tion speaker, immediately revealing the talents of our own Interim Dean, Catherine Sims. Dean Sims began her talk by noting the benefits of a liberal arts education. She pointed out that this impromptu speech highlighted the real benefit of her feducatfon: she learned how t< > d< "what passes as thinking" wink- on her feet. She then began a stroll down memory Line as she described some memorable events m the history o! Agnes Scott. She remembered watching the "new" infirmary during its construction, when she got to help show its namesake around the infirmary's muddy halls. She recounted tales of the first telephones on third Buttrick a time when a telephone was something NOT found in every room on campus. She chuckled as she recalled the days before television, when the students attended all the lecture series events. Moving on to more recent times, Dean Sims spoke of the turbulence of the sixties, days when no academic work could be accomplished. All of her memories reflected the changes that have come to the campus since she was first introduced to it fifty years ago. She noted the changes in technology, the endowment, and attire of the students. She fondly remembered presidents past and spun telling tales. She ended her talk by noting that, although many things have changed about Agnes Scott, the spirit of the campus has re- mained. According to Dean Sims, the commitment to quality remains. by Wendy Baker A flock of freshmen de- scended on campus August 26, bringing along various family members, over 1 70 electric fans, and enough stereo equipment to deafen all of Decatur. Almost immediately after arrival, the Class of '93 soared onward through reams ot introductions, meetings, and tours until they finally began to feel at home at Agnes Scott. A vast majority of freshmen agree on one point: orientation was very impressive and ex- tremely well-organized. Jennifer Lard comments, "Orientation Council deserves the highest praise. They were really helpful and friendly." Other freshmen expressed gratitude to Christian Association for helping them move in. Endless meetings during the first week probably saved many freshmen from homesickness. Trips to the High Museum, Six Flags, and Stone Mountain also kept everyone busy and enter- tained. When it came to registration, though, the new students began to protest. One-half semester P.E. courses were the biggest complaint. Some freshmen reported losing entire schedules because of P.E. Freshmen long for some form of pre-registration, or perhaps registration through focus groups. Disgruntled Kathy Manning summed up the feelings: "Freshmen don't need the extra stress." Curfew is high on the list of discontent. Joan Morris remarks, "I really hate curfews. 1 haven't had one for the hist tew years and 1 feel that I'm old enough lo manage my own time." Freshmen also berated the bunnies. Some called them "tacky," or even "the breeder bunnies." One freshman feels they "contradict the nature oi a women's college." Despite all the organization and planning, the class oi '93 has suffered a tew misfortunes. You may have seen Janet ta McCreery struggling across campus m a leg brace. Barbara Scalt stumbled into a hole in front of Inman on mov ing day. (Some ill-man- nered classmates now call her "The Hole Lady.") Despite mishaps, the new students are discovering the joys of life here at Agnes Scott. They are very pleased in general with college life. From social events to scenery, from tood to academics, the freshmen are finding Agnes Scott to be almost everything they wanted. We can only eagerly wait and watch to see if they will remain such a happy band come fire drills and finals. Sollution to Last Week's Crossword Puzzle Foreign Students Adjust to New Culture s M H E G O A D T R M 1 R A Y E R N E 0 D R E^ E T A P 1 f Ml T 0^ E R R E E Dj R E G A M A 1 M S P A PJ G 0 P A T L 1 H E M C A P E T E E s 0 W A R 1 E S S P 1 T 1 R O N L A \A T s N 1 P A N O N A A P A C E R E C O N G A T U L A T E S 0 N T 0 S E B E S T NY SlPRA Bl NNETT Ev eryone here at Agnes Scott understands the feelings of fright, curiosity, and excitement 3SS< v iated with preparing to attend college. Imagine how much more intense these feelings are tor students leaving their countries as well as their hi rnies. Four percent of the class of 1993 is composed oi interna- tional students from countries such as Malaysia, India, Jamaica, Greece, Pakistan, and Sweden. In addition to the seven international students in the freshman class, there are many upperclassmen and even a few transfer students who hail from countries other than the United States. Many international students share the feeling that Agnes Scott is a wonderful college to attend. The close and friendly campus community helps some of the Students to adjust more easily to a new culture. Zebra Mooraj, a student from Pakistan, was convinced that "people would say hello to her once" and then she'd never hear from them again* She found instead that her fellow students made a definite effort to build close relationships with her. The majority of international students also appreciate their professors' willingness to help. Fotini Soublis from Greece comments, "I really am im- pressed by my professors' friendliness and help they don't do that in my country." . Other positive thoughts on Agnes Scott G>llege include the beauty and size of the campus, the opportunity to learn more of the American language, and the freedom that coir.es from being away from home. Intern.it lonal students also experience a few unhappy situations, which is typical of a new environment. lor example, many students find it difficult to adjust to eating ftxxJ prepared in the dining hall because it is so different from what they normally eat . One internal L< >nal student suggests that "there should be days that the dining hall otters meals from the home country of a foreign student." Asako Taniyama, a Japanese student who has lived in the U.S. for the past five years, still finds it difficult to adjust to the American litest vie. "We only speak Japanese in my home so it is strange t< * me to wake up and say l goocl morning' to everyone I see," Asako explains. Ami Nagao, also a student from Japan, found it hard to get through the red tape aSSJ k iated with being a foreign student. "I hate the paperwork that 1 must till out and the tat t that I can't ^ei an off-campus job," Ami said. On the whole, the interna* tional students have p< >sit Lve feelings about .mending Agnes Scott and teaming more about American culture. Exposure to different ways of life is beneficial to all involved. Friday, September 29, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 7 Adopt- A-Whale Program Helps Protect Finback Whales by Vickj Mills True or False: 1 . Finback whales sleep. 2. Finback whales can catch pneumonia. 3. Finback whales have different blood types. 4- Whales bear live yptfirig. 5. During 1950 only 1000 whales were killed. 6. Whales cannot see color. 7. Whales are mammals. 8. Whales have life spans of over one-hundred years. L ). Whales arc violent and often attack boats and eat people. How do you think you did? Read on. Finback whales are the second largest mammal yes mammal to ever inhabit the earth. They grow to be seventy to eighty feet at maturity and weigh fifty-eight to seventy tons. They occur in all the oceans in the world and cover huge dis- tances annually in migration. They bear their young live after a gestation period of eleven to twelve months. A newborn finback can weigh over 4000 pounds and be over 20 feet in length and will remain depend- ent on the mother until it fin- ishes suckling in about 5-7 months. The main food of the finback is krill, a small shrimp-like creature reaching lengths of 2 inches. Although finbacks do eat small fish and herring, they do not eat humans. Finback whales can catch pneu- monia. They have cones in their eyes which enable them to see color. There are twelve recorded blood types of finback whales. Although they move around, they do "sleep." The average lifespan of a finback is believed to be thirty years (really only a guess). These characteristics describe a finback's life, but what about its death. 1 After a harpoon punctures the skin of the whale, a grenade inside ot the harpoon explodes, hopefully killing the whale. However, whales have been known to tow boats for miles and often must be shot twice before they die. All the statistics from above were collected by a man who lived on a whaling vessel. He cut at random their bodies, measured the size of their unborn calves, examined their bones, analyzed the contents of their stomachs, and weighed their ovaries. During the 1950s, approxi- mately 25,000 finbacks were killed each year. Scientists and "concerned" whalers began to wonder when the seemingly nev- er-ending supply of whales would run out and attempts were made to estimate the dwindling populations. Only then were the whales recognized as endangered. Toda\*only two nations con- tinue to hunt whales. Although they no longer face the certain extinction of the first half of the century, their lives are endan- gered by the continued whaling of Japan and Norway, offshore oil drilling, ocean dumping, and noise pollution. A significant reason for the danger is the lack of knowledge about the finback's habits. One agency that attempts to deal with this problem in assoc- iation with dozens of other organ- ization is Allied Whale. De- veloped by College of the Atlan- tic in Bar Harbor, Maine, Allied Whale has implemented tech- niques for studying whales which are now recognized world-wide. Unlike earlier research, which was conducted by examining dead whales on whaling vessels, Allied Whale carries on research which does not harm the whales. It may look like a blob, but it is a whale. They catalog and track the movements of various animals throughout the year and try to find answers to unanswered questions. Some of the most basic questions like "Where are calves born?" have yet to be answered. Allied Whale has initiated a program which allows the "adop- tion" of a whale through which individuals can contribute direc- tly to the conservation of this magnificent species. If you are interested in helping Agnes Scott adopt a finback whale, or a mother and a calf pair, please leave a note or money in box348orcallX6606. All contributions are tax-deductible and we will receive photographs, sketches and progress reports on "our" whale throughout the year. StreetBeat By Janet Kidd The Question: Do you think students, particularly seniors, should be given the option of living off campus? Lauri White Class of 1990 From a feminist perspective, the tact that students, including seniors, cannot live off campus unless they live with parents, guardians, or husbands has appalling implications. The college boasts of encouraging students to be independent, yet in many ways stifles the poten- tial for independence. 1 also feel that opening Winship for conferences, but not for students clearly illustrates that some- where priorities have gotten skewed. Stephanie Wallace Class of 1991 At least seniors should be allowed to live off campus. This is the only school 1 know where we don't have the option of che)osmg whether to live off campus. Especially considering the cramped conditions this year, we should be allowed that alternative. >i f nil v % ' Mollie Merrick Office oj die Dean of Students No, 1 do not. We are a residential college because we feel the value of the education that goes on outside the c lass- re xnn is just as important as the education going on inside the class. The value of the extra- curricular education that is found in the dorms outweighs the bad aspects ot living in the dormitory. Darlene Ford RTC Sounds good to me! I think seniors should be allowed to live oft campus. Maybe the admini- stration could make the college- owned houses on either side ot campus available to traditional students as well as RTCs. f f Dr. Ron Byrnside, Professor, Music Department I think the problem with living off campus is largely economic. We can't afford to keep the dorms open if they're not full. With the cramped conditions this year, howev er, I think it is unethical that the college has let strangers stay in Winship while our ow n students sweltered in unfair- conditioned donns. Considering that, yes, they should be given the option of living off campus. Page 8 THE PROFILE Friday, September 29, 1989 WE OFFERED THE BEST DEAL IN TOWN AND ENDED UP ON THE BOTTOM Frankly, it's not surprising. After all, Instant Checking only costs 75

- tormance ot a segment from the play entitled, "Funny Women." Following this delightful intro- duction, Youngblood then read to her small, yet captivated audi- ence. For her presentation, Youngblood chose the story, "An Independent Woman." Resounding with the fullness of youth, her voice filled the theatre. Her remarkable pre- sence helped underscore the light-handed, good-natured instruction of "some of the wisest women to see the light of day." Underlying the entire collection of her works is her philosophy, w hich is beauti- fully articulated by the quotation on the back cover of her book. It reads: "It you don't remember nothing else I tell you, baby, remember this: It you get to dance or dream or anything at all, take it a step at a time and don't let nothing and nobody get in your way when you doing right. I ain't saying it's gonna be easy, but we all got a dance to do. You remember this, you hear?" A SOUTHERN CELEBRATION OF VE & FAMILY By Shay \toungblood Calendar of Events EXHIBITS Dana Fine Arts Building, Agnes Scott College. Currently Showing: "Another Art Show": through October 7. The High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree Street, N.E. Currently Showing: "Barry LcYa: 1966^1988" through October 29. "Aft At The Edge: [da Applebtoog" through October 29. 'TandOt'The Deepest Shade: Photographs Ot The South by John McWilliams" through January 7. The Atlanta College Ot Art, Woodrutt Arts C -enter, 1280 Peachtree Street, N.E. Showing Beginning November "I Pre. ii n A World: Portraits Of Black Women Who I changed America": For information contau Libby Mfohrat 898-1165. PLAYS 1 lorizon Theatre C \>mpan\ , Euclid and .Austin Avenues in Little Five Points is currently performing: Shakiri the Mess Outta Misery : Wcdnesda\ thn nigh Saturday 8 pan., Sundays 5 p.m. Cost is 56.00 tor students. Ends October 28. V ulcim Theatre, Fourteenth and Juniper Streets is current 1\ performing: The c .meible: Wednesday through Friday 8 p.m., Saturdays 5 and 830 p.m., Sundays 3 p.m. Student discount tickets are available. Ends October 1 5. The Alliance, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. N.E. is currently performing: Southern Cross: Tuesday through Saturday 8 p.m., Sunday ?:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday matinee 2:30 p.m. Rush tickets available. Costs $9.50. Ends October 28. Theatre Gael, phone number tor information 329-4500 is currently pertorminL:: Remember When: September 23 and 30. Matinee perform- ances are at 3:00. Tickets are $10.00. Onstage Atlanta, 420 Court- land Street, is currently perform- in g: EcjUUS: the performance runs through September 30. Perform- ances are at 8:00 p.m. For ticket inf< trmai ion fall 897-1802. MUSIC ThelW Theatre, 3110 RosweU Road: f lolly Near and John Bucchjno are performing on October 4, 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $14.00 at the door and $12.00 in advance at Wax 4 N Facts * >r Wuxtry. Agnes Scot) ( allege Amphi- theater: "Broadway Renew," performed h\ the Anno Scott I iolle.ue I ilee Club on October 5 beginning at 7:45 p.m. The concert is tree ot charge. Fox Theatre: "Gypsy," through October 1 . Tickets can be purchased, but many ASC students find it more economical to usher at the Fox. The number for ushering is 892-7234. NEW SOUTH MUSIC SHOWCASE: This first annual music con- ference will be^in October 5 and run through October 7. It features over 100 bands perform- ing in clubs throughout Atlanta. For additional information call 892-2287. The bands are worth seeing, and it would he a shame to miss out on the first of these showcases. DANCE Dancer's Collective of Atlanta, 1 105 Euclid Avenue] N.E. Opening October 5, at Seven Stages Theatre: Creach/ k'oester: Four male dancers w ill explore the possibilities of partnering. Call 659-DANS tor ticket information. MISCELLANEOUS Fernbank Science Center, 1260 Rnarcliff'RoaJ. Sundays trom 1-5 p.m., through October, each Visitor to the Greenhouse will receive a young pansy while supplies last. Fernbank Science Center, 156 Heaton Park Drive, N.E. The Fall Festival, October 7, will feature a bird walk at 8:00 a.m. and 5K road race at 8:30 p.m., activ ities, shopping and tun from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Atlanta Historical Si ><. Lety, 5101 Andrews Drive, Northwest. The Folklife Festival at the Tullie Smith House, October 2-8, Monday through Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday noon to 4:00 p.m. Student tickets are $4.50. Also exhibiting: ll c rone With The Wind: The Facts About The Fiction," through June 1990, For information call 2614137. Prater's Mill, near 1 Hilton, C Jeorgia presentsrPratef's Mill C nuntry Fair, October 14-15, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on both days, Admission is $3.00. There will be c rafts, entertainment , a CiVil War encampment and exhibits. 1-75 CO exit 1 iS, then north on Highway 201 to Georgia Highway 2. PJ K m 1 ( a H JRTfcSY OF TRI STAR PIC 1 1 IRES John Travolta finds tluit there is life after diseo in his new movie, "Look Who's Talking" Friday, September 29, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 1 1 (AlRlfrTSl l&l jE^|(Tl(El(R)T|A|(T1p^T|E^l(^ Learned Sophomore Reflects on Freshman Confusion by Elissa Gydish "Should I rush. 7 What's the Huh. 7 What is 'too much' for Black Cat? Why do they insist on calling us 'first year stu- dents' r As a (ahem) sophomore at ASC, I can remember those trying times as a freshman, oh, so long ago. Questions about professors and honor court filled my mind, as did the mysteries of social life. Luckily, the class of '93, like all entering classes, won't have to go it alone. There are always scores of sophomores, juniors, and seniors to impart words of wisdom. A common memory for all students is the fall curfew. Just about all upperc lass- men have an amusing anecdote about trying to "beat the clock" Sunday through Thursday nights. Most agree that the "worst part was during rush week." Play Presents A Frightening Tale of Hysteria by Julie Booth Even if you've already read the play, nothing can compare to seeing The Crucible in a live performance. The play comes to life, and- the subtleties which were beyond comprehension when you first attacked the play back in high school flow leap off the stage and captivate the audi- ence. Arthur Miller's play is a powerful drama about the Salem witch trials of 1692. When the play was first produced, it was reputedly hinting at the Mc- Carthy era and the Communist scare of that time. In our own times, the play is strikingly reminiscent of the current ethics scandals which now riddle our nation's capital. In the play, repression by a Puritanical society leads to hysteria concerning witchcraft, sweeping through the province like a fire burning out of control. It is a terrifying, chilling tale of a religion-crazed, prejudiced society ruled by white, 'God- fearing' men. Directed by Frank Whitlow, the play comes to life through strong performances. Notably, Chris Kayser as John Procter, and J. Thomas Kidd as Judge Hawthorne perform their roles with skill and fire. An enchant- ing performance by David Milford as Giles Corey helps round out the cast. The Academy Theatre should be pleased with their production of The Crucible. Although the play is a familiar one, the company makes the plot especially intriguing. The story, is at once sad and frustrating, though lightened by a few quite humorous moments. Word from the wise says- "Try not to keep food in your room*** and avoid those desserts in the dining hall, because they're the best part of the meal." Freshmen, consider yourselves lucky: as Alice MacDonald says, "We had to deal with it [curfew] until the end of December." Midnight curfew for '93 will end immediately after Black Cat. Black Cat always seems to be one of those ASC phenomena which students never really understand until they have experienced it. Emily Perry advises to "take someone [to the formal] you know well, because you've invested a lot of time and money Elton John Still Shines on Stage by Stephanie Strickland Through the darkness came the brilliance of chords. A band appeared on stage moving like robots to the few chords reverberating through the Lakewood Amphitheater on Saturday, September 16th. After a few minutes, another figure appeared on the stage, moving in the same fashion as the band. Sporting a purple tux, a black hat with a rainbow ot sequins on top, and a thinning shock ot silver hair, Elton John electrified the audience. Then, the chords began to form the familiar opening of "Benny and the Jets." The performance lasted for two-and-a-half hours. Although the band took a break in id -way through the concert, Elton John continued to play and only left the stage for the period between the ending and his encore. He managed to play the majority of his expansive repertoire. Among the memo- rable songs were -^Daniel" arid "Saturday Night's All Right," during which the audience participated. Elton John wore a lime>greeri suit and a black shirt for his encore. Throughout the pertormance, in contrast to his out tits, he wore normal shoes and glasses. The tremendous performance ended with "Rocket Man". Seeing Elton John perform live was an experience to remember. Although he has mellowed through the years, Elton John is still a performer to whom few can compare. in him." Many upperclassmen look forward to Black Cat, the entire week, as our form of "Homecom- ing." Parietals (those times when you get the privilege of yelling "Man on the Hall!" and having all your hallmates slyly peek out to see who he is) are a hot topic. Although it has its benefits no need to worry about running into a "man on the hall" when you're in the middle of a stressing study session we all know it's a hassle when a male visitor comes from out of town. One anonymous junior joked, "I have so many brothers it's unreal." Popular hangouts upperclass- men name are Tech (surprise!), Lenox, and Virginia Highlands. Just getting oft campus can be an opportunity for relaxation. Being away from home is also a big stress. New problems arise, including illnesses you ictually have to take care of alone, plain old homesickness, and those "phone bills from hell." The famous "freshman fifteen" may also result from the change of scene. Word from the wise says "Try not to keep food in your room" and "Avoid those desserts in the dining hall because they're the best part of the meal." You can still count on the de- liveries of Domino's and Pyng-Ho, or you can walk off the calories with a friend by way of the Gulf Mart. Just take advantage of the facilities at ASC and "Normal eating habits shouldn't be a problem," says Emily Perry. Remember, if you have any questions, silly or serious, ask a member of our community. We've all been there. Most important, be safe and enjoy your one and only freshman year! I TH I N K I LI KIP IT BETTER WHEN MR.TWNSHENP SMASHEP GUITARS INSTEAP OF HIS WALKED... We Look Forward To Seeing You Unisex Salon West Ponce Place Shopping Center Corner of Ponce PI & Swanton Way 377-9004 Free Parking Page 12 THE PROFILE Friday, September 29, 1989 NOW YOU CAN MAJOR IN ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT WITH A FREE PC WHEN YOU BECOME A ZENITH CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE! Like most students, you carry a double load. Not only arc you pursuing your college major, but also planning your major career. Fortunately, you can succeed in both as a Zenith Data Systems Campus Representative. By working with Zenith Data Systems, you'll get Fortune 500 experience to give your career a real edge in tomorrow's job market. Plus the com- puter skills you need right nowinyourclasswork. in fact, we'll give you the best professional train- ing anywhere . . . while you're selling the most talked about personal computers on campus. YfNjjH I data I systems THE QUALITY GOES IN BEFORE THE NAME GOES ON G 19H8. Zenith Data Systems You'll even get FREE use of a Zenith Data Systems PC for a year. And once you place 50 orders, this PC is yours to keep... as you start earning cash on ('very sale you make. So ace both majors. Become a Zenith Data Systems Campus Rep today. And take your knowledge out of the classroom and intothe boardroom! TO BECOME A ZENITH DATA SYSTEMS CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE, CALL OR VISIT: Please call Barbara Brennen your Zenith Data Systems Representative at 404-446-6170 ext. #34 Form No. 1351 -988 4 ! 1 1 i AGNES SCOTT THE PROFILE The Independent Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott College Volume 76, Issue 3 October 13, 1989 Rep Council Approves GARAL Constitution By Rente Dennis On Tuesday, September 26, the members of Rep Council met to vote on the constitution of GARAL (Georgia Abortion Rights Action League), a national abortion rights organi- zation. Several students are trying to start a chapter of the organization at Agnes Scott. Shortly before the meeting commenced, students on both sides of the choice issue prepared themselves for the ensuing vote on GARAL. When asked bv a student why she was there, Dean Hudson stated that the meeting was "important" because she needed to hear the views of both sides. SGA president Karen Anderson read the Rep Council remark posted in that week's Voyager II Close Encounters of the Blue Kind rHOTO COURTESY OF NASA A photo from the Voyager 2 shows the Great Dark Spot which continues to evolve with time. by Amy Lovell Imagine looking for an object the size of a classroom at thirty times the distance from the earth to the sun (just shy of three billion miles it you Ye counting). A mere twelve years and tive days after its launch, Voyager II passed within 3000 miles of Neptune, the last of the gas giants. Millions of people around the world thrilled at extraordinary pictures of atmospheric stomas, cloud shadows, new moons, partial rings, icy Triton, and the Great Dark Spot. Neptune, in typical gaseous giant fashion, has a family of moons, the largest of which is Triton. In addition, the planet sports several partial rings. Perhaps the most intriguing discovery on "the blue planet," though, is the greenish "Great Dark Spot," which is large enough to completely engulf the Earth. Encounters with the outer planets give scientists valuable information that simply cannot be obtained any other way. Previously, simple data such as mass, gravity, elemental composition, position, or (in Triton's case) even size were only estimated, if not completely unknown. During various phases of the mission, thousands of experi- ments measured data such as the strength of Neptune's gravity, the flow of charged particles in the magnetosphere, and the composition of the atmosphere. In addition to experiments involving the planets and moons, Voyager sent informa- ( Continued on page 5) "Campus Connection", which explained SGA's decision to vote on G ARAL's constitution. She reiterated the fact that the topic of this meeting was to either approve or disapprove of the organization's constitution. Once the floor was opened for discussion, Cathy Pitney '91 read a statement to SGA pointing out why she and others were disturbed about this vote. In sum, those students felt that: 1 ) GARAL would become an organization at Agnes Scott without Rep Council sanction. Pitney told the group that she and others wanted "peace ( >tf both sides" of the abortion issue. She feared that GARAL would become a "state-funded opera- tion supported on campus." 2) GARAL would become an outside group interfering with the relationship between pro-life (or anti-choice) and pro-choice students on campus. Pitney said that she had spoken with many students about GARAL and told Rep Council that "people are sick and tired of the issue." 3 ) any group that is to be formed should be controlled by students. Pitney noted that SFA (Students for Feminist Aware- ness) is already on campus to promote feminist causes. She said the appearance of GARAL "would be redundant and unnecessary." She added a statement from an unidentified student which read in part: "Abortion currently divides the campus" in a manner similar to the way sororities divided the campus. They were outlawed at ASC over thirty years ago. Pitney continued by saying that students wanted organiza- tions that would present both sides of the abortion debate. She said that students were concerned about the possibility of tension rising, mentioning the tension that existed on campus last spring as arguments that were brought before the U.S. Supreme Court on a case in Missouri. She also feared that SGA "wouldn't be able to rescind" Dean tludson's instructions. Senior class rep Andri Akins told the group that she had spoken w ith Yvonne Dorling '92, who is engineering the drive to start Agnes Scott's GARAL chapter. She stated that Dorling had mentioned to Rep the previous week that "people didn't want the anger and a repeat of last year." Akins noted that Article 2, Section 2 of G ARAL's constitution empha- sizes that it is an organization of information and education. The group would hot be involved in "antagonizing and the slinging of mud." Main dorm rep Susie Sim- mons said the reason why Rep Council was considering allowing GARAL to form on campus was to protect freedom of speech. She said that SFA doesn't locus on abortion perse. The organization usually discusses the importance of "women and literature, women's studies, and women in the w orkplace" but does not focus on (Continued on page 4) Inside Editorials Students Outraged by Interdorm Punishment Page 3 News Ivy League Schools Sued for Tuition Fixing Page 5 Arts and Entertainment Charles Kuralt Shares "On the Road' 9 Experiences Page 9 Page 2 THE PROFILE Friday, Ocotber 13, 1989 The Forum A Small Price To Pay For Protection Down the steps in front of Walters, back on a shelf in the Campus Shop, alongside cotton swabs and hydrogen peroxide, history is being made at Agnes Scott College. For the first time condoms yes, condoms are available on our campus. Silly. 7 No. This is serious. Someone is finally willing to admit that Agnes Scott students might be sexual involved and that it might be a good idea to show responsibility and offer us protection. Maybe we can even consider this a step into the nineties. With so many problems to consider these days AIDS, herpes, syphilis, unwanted pregnancy, etc. it's time that we make a conscious effort to pre- vent them. We have to be aware of the risks and the ways of preventing the worst; we have to show that we care. While SGA did have to struggle a bit with the administration, the fact that the packages of Prime lubricated condoms are now hanging on the shelf is proof enough that the campus does care. And we can all rest assured that the effort has not been in vain. According to Cynthia Poe in the Campus Shop, the $1.50 purchase has been made! Public Safety News by Amy Lanier On September 27 the car which w.is stolen out of the Prei- ser Parking Lot on September 19 was recovered and then returned to the owner. The vehicle had several comnponents missing .aid some hody damage. The Rape/Crime Prevention Programs tor Mam and Rehekah were held during the last two weeks ol September. Programs with a slightly revised Format will he scheduled tor Inman, 1 (opkins, and Walters later in the semester. One quick reminder tor students, faculty and staff on security in academic buildings. On Sunday through Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. there are monitors stationed in Buttrick, Presser, Campbell, Dana and the gym. These monitors lock all doors in the buildings except those by their desks when they first come on duty. In order to be sure that all doors stay properly secured, please leave all buildings by the door at the monitor station after 5:00 p.m. even it you did not enter that way. Your coopera- tion in this will make our campus safer tor everyone. The Profile is looking for more good photographers- If you have darkroom experience, or just an honest desire to learn, drop a note in Box 764. Better vet, come to our meetings Monday nights at 6:30 p.m. in the Student Annex. Letters To The Editor Campusing Just a Bit Too Harsh Dear Editor; I teel as it I've been jolted into reality; f've been idealistic in my belief that students at Agnes Scott have m some way learned to work together and to support one .mother. Certainly this seems reasonable, but unfortu- nately a little power can go a long way on this campus. My realization of this is the result ot actions which took place this tall in one of the residence halls (which shall remain nameless). Approxi- mately ten students m (bis particular dorm, of which .it least five are seniors, are being faced with an oppressive and certainly unreasonable punisbment at the -hands ot [nterdorm a CAMPUSING. Four days and three nights confined td campus with parole granted only for religious worship Or work. But what was the crime? Smoking in the halls. 7 Sneaking men in after hours. 1 Stealing from the kitchen I Fortunately, it was nothing this "extreme." No rules were broken, no one was injured, and no one was even dist urbed. The ot tense was tardiness on behalf of these ten Ot so students in paying then- Si 0.00 dorm dues. How late were these dues.' Three to four days. But at an infraction a day, thai adds up to a campusing. The whole principle of a campusing should bother students on this eampus. At the ages ot 20 or 1 1 , doesn't it seem a bit absurd that we're being grounded by our classmates? Students at Agnes Scott keep a (continued on next page) THE PROFILE |"| The Independeni Student Newspaper of Agnes Scou ( College AGNES Thc /Vo '^* Is Published biweekly throughout the academic year. The views expressed in the editorial section are those of the author and do not necessarily SCOTT represent the views of the student hody, faculty, or administrat ion. Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Burger Associate Editor Michelle Roberts Copy Editor Kristin Lemmerman News Editors Laura Shaeffer, Enka Stamper Features Editor Amy Lovell Asst. Features Editor Kristin Lemmerman Arts and Entertainment Editor Jean Wilson Photography Editor - Amy Lovell Photographer Barbie Sntt Business Manager Laura Williams Advertising Manager Pamela Muse Advertising Assistant Julie Inabmet Circulation Manager Wendy Schulz Circulation Assistants Karen Anderson, Julia Davidson, Leigh Echols, Carol ( nhhs, Stephanie Strickland, Katie Pattillo, Jean Wilson The Profile A^nes Scott College Box 764 Decatur, GA 30030. Printed by Chapman rrcv>, Atlanta, GA Ed.tor's Note: The Profile always welcomes comments, criticism, and suggestions. Letters to the Editor shoulJ be signed, typed double-spaced, or on disk and submitted to Box 764. Names will be- withheld upon request. Friday, October 13, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 3 fE|DrrrriqRrTiiA(Lfsi Time Traveler The War Between The Sexes by Elizabeth Peryam Are you concerned about the environment. 7 Extinction of endangered species, desertifica- tion, air pollution? Child abuse and neglfect? Drugs, prison over- crowding? Poverty, hunger and homelessness? Well, it's going to ,^et worse. The population will increase by twenty-five million, six hundred thousand beyond the current birth rate over the next sixteen years if abortion is outlawed. That means ten more cities the size of Atlanta must be built, destroying millions more square miles of nature. Unwanted children are more often ne- glected, abused, and more often turn to drugs and other crimes. Most of the No-Choice advocates are men of the "keep them barefoot and pregnant" mentality. What will they gain by forcing so many women into motherhood. 7 By eliminating us from competing in the workplace, they can get the best jobs and most of the money while we struggle in squalor to keep ourselves and our un- wanted children alive. Wages can be kept at a bare subsistence level while 25 million more desperate souls compete for jobs. Women will be too preoccupied with survival to object when they strip us of even more of our freedom. Then they will nave created a slave class ripe for oppression and exploitation. America will have its own "teeming masses yearning to breathe free." That is us, ladies. "That 'baby' is a life," the No- Choicers say. "If you get pregnant, it is the will of Cod." They never said that about the polio virus, which is also a "life" and therefore must be the will of God. We were each given a brain along with our uterus arid expected to use it to make decisions to live our lives the best we can. To subjugate our personal divine sovereignty to brutal male control is to allow the lights of our minds to be hidden under their bushel. "Conventional christian organizations" teach that God is exclusively male and therefore loves only male humans. This is done subtly but relentlessly by their constant use of male terms: "Father, He, His, Lord, Master, Sons of God, Brother." By excluding us from their lan- guage, we become the "other," the "enemy," expendable if not despicable, u evil," still taking the rap for Eve, an ages-old grudge held by an otherwise forgiving deity. This propagandizing has gone on since the patriarchal takeover of ancient Rome. The war between the sexes is not a joke. We are up against the same group that burned millions of women alive in the name of their he-god'. Who can believe their be nevoience now. Puzzle Solution F E A 1 R 0 T M A R A R 1 E R E 1 R E R A T T L E B E D E E T O M E M E D A L D R 0 L L R Y A L H A z E L 1 i R E L L 0 R S D A 1 W E D s A U C E R A D E T E R R E D T R T P E R T H O 0 A S D E S 1 T * 1 t D 0 1 ft 0 R A |N E D D E R M Letters (continued from previous page) good eye on the actions of the administration, and are quick t< i denounce those practices which they see as unjust. Don't we have an even greater influence over the actions of our student organizations? If dorm dues are late, they're late. A reminder from the Donn Council would have been appreciated by the students facing the consequences. But let the punishment fit the crime, and let's show a little bit of flexibility and understanding toward each other. After all, we're in this together ... Respectfu 1 1 y su bm itted , Aggrieved and Aggravated Religion Major Disappointed in Fiske Dear Editor: In response to the speech by Edward Fiske, I feel compelled, as a bible and religion major, to assert the primacy of "heart" knowledge over "head" knowl- edge which I feel is implicit in the biblical message. Often it is the "under" educated who see and know much that is not evident to the highly educated. It was just this sense of inner authority which Jesus of Nazareth conveyed that so enraged the intellectual estab- lishment of his day. Mr. Fiske's speech, though rich in snob appeal, lacked any real suste- nance for either mind or spirit. I am not attending Agnes Scott in order to learn how to become more appealing on the cocktail circuit, but hopefully to become a more empathetic and open- minded person. Sincerely, Frances Fite Its Not Who Wins; But How You Play Dear Editor: During decorations I was upset by the animosity and bitterness between the classes. Although Black Cat is a competition and every class has a chance to win the kitty now that mortar board has changed some rules, the competition should not be strewn with harsh and bitter feelings. One of the emphases this year is corn m u n i ty spirit. Pa rt < >f th is includes the relations between classes. Who cares if the juniors have more elaborate decor^tiOBS or if the sophomores have more spirit. In the end it is still the participation in the week's activities and the fun which one has that is important. We should not diminish every activity to the bottom line oi w ho wins. Sincerely, Jean Wilson ACROSS 1 Exploit 5 Jog 9 Deface 12 Solo 13 At this place 14 Anger 15 Noisemaker 17 Exist 18 River in Scotland 19 Heavy volume 21 Commemora- tive disk 23 Buffoonery 27 Indian mulberry 28 Popular TV maid 29 Auricle 31 Cloth measure 34 Either 35 Weight of India 37 Comb, form: middle 39 Three-toed sloth 40 Marry 42 Plunge 44 Dressing for fish 46 Sun god 48 Hindered 50 Commonplace 53 Saucy 54 Garden tool 55 Behold! 57 Stage whispers 61 Possessive pronoun 62 Object of devotion 64 Girl's name 65 Openwork fabric 66 Sums up 67 Microbe DOWN 1 Distant 2 Period of time 3 River island The Weekly Crnsswnrd Puzzle 4 Gossips 5 Subject of discourse 6 Concerning 7 Spherical body 24 25 w w 8 Abound 9 Center 10 Region 1 1 Walk unsteadily 16 Lounged about 20 Before 22 Babylonian deity 23 Arab lateen- rigged vessel 24 Underdone 25 Measure of weight: abbr. 26 Sweet potato 30 Parts of steps 32 Intertwine 33 Fabricated 36 Free of 38 Spurting forth 41 Most arid 43 Vigor: colloq. 45 Chaldean city 47 Near 49 River ducks 50 Slender 51 Repetition 52 Lamb's pen name 56 Unusual 58 Female deer 59 Transgress 60 Everybody's uncle 63 Hypothetical force COLLEGE PRESS SERVICE jr\ar jut m Page 4 THE PROFILE Friday, Ocotber 13, 1989 CHOICES Urges Freshmen to Use Common Sense by Mary Francis Kerr "He thought that she wanted to have sex and that she didn't really mean 4 no.' She didn't want to have sex but was afraid to he more assertive with him. This was acquaintance rape." On the evening of October 4, over 1 00 Agnes Scott freshman gathered in Rebekah Reception Room for the Acquaintance Rape Program. Many students grumbled about the prospect of a two-hour mandatory meeting on, as Christy Douglas '93 put it, "common sense." The program was organized by CHOICES, a 4-year-old program designed to provide topical information on women's health issues. CHOICES is made up of representatives from ASC's staff and student body. The program consisted of a situational film and a group discussion led by counselor Margaret Shirley and Mary Lu C la is! ifinsen from the Student Health Center. It made students realize, if they didn't already, the reality of date rape and how they can use "common sense" to help avoid a potentially harmful situation. As CHOICES committee member Nica Poser '90 said, the program "brings up the right questions" and "emphasizes what you can do." Another point that was frequently emphasized was that "rape is not the victims fault." Although many freshmen felt that the program was a repeat of things they had heard before, many ideas do bear repeating. Know your sexual desires and limits. Communicate your limits clearly. Be assertive and in control of yourself. pe aware thai Your nonver- bal actions send a message. Act responsibly. Rape is not the victim's fault. ai tent ion to what is happening around you. Don't put yourself in vulner- able situations. Trust your intuitions. Avoid excessh e use < >] alcohol and/or dmgs, because they interfere with clear thinking and effective communication. Rape is a crime. Report it. Despite the best efforts at prevention, rape cannot always be avoided. There is an ex- tensive support system here at Agnes Scott, from R.As to counselors, to help in such a cri- sis. Grady Hospital's Rape Crisis Center is an excellent resource in our area. There can be phy- sical as well as psychological effects that need to be dealt with. As Nica Poser put it, "if this were to happen to you, examine what happened, don't feel guilty, and talk to someone about it." The CHOICES committee is to be that "someone" if you need them. Chimo Introduces Cross-Cultural Diversity by Kate Simpkins "Agnes Scott is indeed my home in the USA," said Soo Cheng Chan, a freshman from Malaysia. Soo is a member of Chimo, an organization on campus dedicated to helping students share cultural interests and backgrounds. In celebration of the diverse culture of the Agnes Scott community, Chimo held convocation on Wednesday, September 27. In several slide showings, everyone was given a chance to catch small glimpses of sites all around the w orld which play such an important role in the lives of our students from Greece, Pakistan, China, and France. Several members also modeled traditional clothing from their respective countries. Although Chimo now already has a considerable number of active members, the organiza- tion still needs and encourages more people to join. Tia Berg, a Swedish student, speaks for Chimo as a whole in saying, "This is for everyone; there should be more Americans in Chimo." The warmth which has been extended to these students could be ideally continued through Chimo. After all, mutual interest is the intention. As Soo says, Chimo l S purpose is to "build bridges across the world" hi the small setting of Agnes Scott. GARAL Constitution Approved ( u nuiniiddfrom page I ) abortion. She added that SFA was "not in charge of getting legislation 1 ' regarding abortion rights in its formal meetings. St ; icy Langwick, SGA trea- surer, also fespi >nded to Pitftey's concerns. She gave four reasons to allay the students' fears: 1 ) Dean Hudson would not sway Rep Council. "There are tot mam * >i us," she said. 2) Not .ill SFA members and feminists ar pro-choice, which would eliminate some potential members of GARAL. 3) GARAL's philosophy includes "a respect tor differing opinions, as well as theirs. " Langwick added, "We need to live With people with whom we differ" in Opinion and that membership in GARAL would be "a choice tor each individ- ual." 4) If Rep did not allow GARAL to form, the council would be restricting tree speech. Stephanie Bardis X) \ asked Rep Council wh.it was meant regarding the protection df free- dom erf speech. Sidra Bennett 92 then responded: "Why should we [abortion activists] sneak around. 7 " When she mentioned thai she felt abortion w as M a personal issue," murmurs were .uiJiblv heard m the room. Bennett added that a pro-lite group could form at Agnes Scott .is w ell She said thai people needed information on abortion rights now before the pr. k edure could become illegal. She wondered why GARAL shouldn't he allowed to meet on campus. Joy How ard concurred that not allowing an ASC chapter of GARAL to form would cause freedom of speech to be "hampered." Melissa Wallace '90 wondered if students would really have freedom of speech with the presence oi a GARAL chapter. She opposed Article 4 of the group's constitution because it woulq allow a member of GARAL (hom ott campus) as the group's, advisor. This kind of affiliation has been prevented in the past, she remarked. SGA vice president Suzanne Tourville noted that there are chapters of national organizations at Agnes Scott that have the groups' national constitutions. She used Mortar Board and Newman Club as examples. She added that these groups are not "taking over the campus" because ot their off-campus .itlili.it ions. Candy Woodard '91 said in a statement (which she mentioned came from a Christian rather than a pro- life stance) that the campus arguments about the issue should not he "vour side, our side." With GARAL on campus, "One u'roup would be more repre- sented than the other," she said. Mollv Henderson feared that not allowing G ARAL to fern? on campus would set an example tor future discrimination against the formation of other controversial groups. Joy Howard responded to Candy W\>odard's concerns regarding stability. "The most steady ecosystem is the most diverse," she said. She repeated the view of others that it would be "limiting our diversity" if Rep Council did not allow those holding controversial views an equal voice on campus. Sophomore rep Kara Russell said that there would be net GARAL rallies on campus. Their propaganda would be postered on free-speech boards, which would "create a more healthy division,* 1 she said After mentioning that the found.it ions ot self-government at Agnes Scott were founded with the formation of SGA in 1913, Dean Hudson said students had to find the basis on which to decide yes or no. Yvonne Dorling responded by saying that any activity of GARAL beyond normal group meetings would go to Dean Hudson, so "I have to cover mv butt." She added that GARAL was not "asking for Agnes Scott banners, vans, or funds." Dean Hudson reminded the group that ASC "would not rent facilities to either one" of the gn tups i >n both sides of the issue. Melissa Wallace stated that al lowing GARAL to fonn would be "setting precedents" for other outside interests to come on campus and form groups. She noted that no other group .it ASC I had .in < mtside advisor. Leigh Bennett countered that statement by telling Wallace that College Democrats had an outside advisor who was in- volved with recruiting students on area campuses. Finally, a vote was taken and the constitution of the ASC chapter of GARAL was passed. The votes were all in favor, with one abstension. Career Corner Career Forum Scheduled November 1 by Adriane Creety Now is your chance to talk with professionals in a variety of career fields from top companies and organizations m the Atlanta area. Career Forum, sponsored by Career Planning and Placement, will take place on Wednesday, November 1 , from 1-5 pan. in Rebekah Reception Room. This is an opportunity to chat informally with representatives from Aetna Life ck Casualty, Bell South Advertising, Bell South Management, Coca Cola, the FBI, First Atlanta, Georgia Department of Education, Hyatt Regency Ravinia, O.A.S.I.S. and others. Career fields that will be represented include teaching, social service, government jobs, criminal justice, retail, banking, and industrial psychology. At the same time in Rebekah Reception Room, several activities will be taking place. Mock interviews will be conducted by a representative from IBM in order to give you feedback which will help improve your skills. A representative from the Georgia State government will be available to explain how to fill out job applications, and a consultant from BeautiControl will give you tips on how to improve your professional image. An alumna will offer advice about putting portfolios to- gether, and the Campus Shop will have a display of career- related kx>ks, resume paper, and other related items which you can buy. This day is planned for all Agnes Scott students. Its purpose ifi to provide a setting in which you are able to talk with these professionals candidly and informally with no pressure involved. Friday, October 13, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 5 Student Sues 12 Colleges For Allegedly Fixing Their Tuition by Dacia Dorries and Amy Hudson College Press Service Taking his cue from a federal probe into whether some schools really do have to raise their tuition rates so fast each year, a Wesleyan University student has sued his school and 1 1 other pri- vate colleges, charging they il- legally fixed their tuition prices. In response to both the probe, and the suit, moreover, "higher education institutions are running scared at this point," observed David Brenemen, the former president of Kalamazoo College in Michigan now with the Brookings Institute in Washington, D.C. Student Roger Kingsepp claims the schools "engaged in a conspiracy to fix or artificially inflate the price of tuition and financial aid." Under federal anti-price-fixing laws, he's asking for triple damages on behalf of the 125,000 students allegedly harmed by the scheme. "I don't think it's fair to students who economically might not be able to take advantage of certain schools to be forced out of the market," Kingsepp said. The suit apparently is based on a confidential Wesleyan memo, since made public, that indicates administrators know tuition prices at 1 1 other schools for the 1 988-89 year before the prices were made 4 official." It is illegal tor competitors in any business to swap price information, or to divvy up potential customers. ; Such conspiracies prevent customers in this case students from being able to choose among competing products or services, and relieve businesses from having to control their costs, improve their programs and keep down their prices in order to be successful. Yet that is what some schools did, Kingsepp claimed. A Justice Department probe launched in September is in- vestigating how 30 schools get together each year and, in effect, decide which students should go to which campus, agree not to bid competitively for some stu- dents, and even calculate what financial aid packages to give them. Nominally competitive cam- pus officials also tell each other about their upcoming price increases. Such practices, Kingsepp and other critics claim, explain why the schools, free of worry that the students they covet would take advantage of lower prices at another campus, have raised their tuition at a pace higher than the inflation rate for nine consecu- tive years. The talks, Kingsepp said in his lawsuit, "eliminate any real price choices" for students. In addition to Wesleyan, Yale, Harvard, Cornell, Columbia, Brown, Princeton and Stanford universities, Amherst, Dart- mouth and Williams colleges, and the University of Pennsylva- nia are named in Kingsepp's suit. "I think they're guilty," said Wesleyan sophomore Heather Rhoades. "It's pretty obvious." Rhoades applied to six private colleges, including Stanford. The aid packages offered her were so similar that money "wasn't really a factor." "Maybe this will force the ad- ministration to give us more in- formation," said Wesleyan senior Brian Shott. Colleges, he com- plained, are acting like the vic- tim, saying "we have to do it, it's not illegal." Brookings' Breneman last year angered fellow campus leaders by asserting that some private col- leges raise their tuition not be- cause they need to, but because high fees make them look more selective and prestigious. Since the Justice Department started its investigation, "there was a lot of worry about (a lawsuit)," Breneman said. "It was inevitable." Justice Department officials refused comment on the suit, because it's "totally separate from the government's actions," said spokeswoman Amy Brown. She added investigators "won't rule out the possibility for requests for information from additional colleges in the future." "The Justice Department has made no allegations of wrongdo- ing and Wesleyan believes it has done nothing improper or illegal," said Wesleyan spokes- man Bobby Wayne Clark. "In regards to this particular suit, Wesleyan believes it is totally without merit." None of the colleges under investigation that College Press Service contacted w ould com- ancient, or at least crude, in comparison with current tech- nology. However, the astound- ing pictures of Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune speak for themselves. Heat from radioactive pluto- nium on board provides power for experiments and transmis- sions. Even after the fuel supply runs dry and Voyager goes silent, the craft will travel on into interstellar space. For the scientists in the Voyager team, the Neptune encounter represents the end of a glorious era in space explora- tion. Never again will we have an opportunity to see for the first time the wonders of the outer solar system. Some team members have devoted well over twelve years of their lives to this single project. Hundreds of scientists have begun feeling the effects of "the empty nest." As a J PL employee said, "The pictures started coming in, and everyone started crying." ment beyond issuing denials like Wesleyan's. The schools make no secret of the meetings, claiming they're necessary to avoid nasty bidding wars for top students and to nix price from the list of criteria from which to choose a school. Just exchanging price and scholarship information isn't illegal, antitrust experts say. If the schools agreed to offer uniform financial aid packages to students or to fix tuition in- creases, however, "that would be a traditional antitrust violation," said Irving Scher, a New York lawyer who heads the American Bar Association antitrust division. "I have no doubt they had the intent to reduce competition," said Gary Becker, an economics and sociology professor at the University of Chicago, on of the schools under investigation. "But whether they've been successful is another matter." If anything comes of the Justice Department investigation, the Kingsepp suit or any other subsequent suits, some thanks should go to former Secretary of Education William Bennett, Breneman said. Bennett, now heading the "war on drugs," made a habit of accusing colleges of setting tuition artificially high, because financial aid would fill the gap betw een what students could pay and what they end up paying. "My sense is that a lot of his public comments helped set the environment" for price-fixing investigations, Breneman figured. This year, students are paying an average of 5-to-9 percent more for college than in 1988-89. And by the year 2005, a college education will cost $62,894 a year, predicts Paine Webber, the investment firm. "It's important for families not to be so naive," said Kalman Chaney, president of Campus Consultants, Inc., a Manhattan- based financial aid consulting firm. "You have to deal with colleges as you do any other service or product. Don't assume that colleges will put the students' best interests ahead of the institution." Neptune (continued from p tion on the sun, interplanetary matter, and even Earth. The radio pulses from the craft, travelling at the speed of light, take just over four hours to reach Earth. Upon receipt, signals are about 900 times fainter than when originally transmitted equivalent to a ten-quadrillionth of a watt. Originally, Voyager II was designed to operate only as far away as 10 Astronomical Units ( 1 AU = the distance to the sun from Earth). Through a series of virtual miracles, the mission was extended past Saturn to Uranus, and now to Neptune, three times the original distance. Before the encounter with Uranus in 1986, NASA enlarged all the antennae in the "Deep Space Network" to prepare to receive a fainter signal. As Voyager approached Neptune, NASA enlisted coverage from non-Network antennae. DSN Stations include antennae in Australia, Spain, Japan, and the United States. el) On the craft itself, vast amounts of reprogramming and software engineering (all done from Earth) contributed to the eventual success of the later encounters. Neptune Facts Length of Day 16 hours Distance: ...30 times eartlvsun distance Moons: six confirmed Rings: ..arcs, not full rings like Saturn's Spot Size: about one earth Launch: August 20, 1977 Encounter:.... August 25, 1989 The Voyager mission is perhaps the crowning achieve- ment of the space program. The craft was launched along with a sister craft, Voyager I, in 1977. Consider the "current" technol- ogy of the time, and then marvel at how NASA has done so much with so little. 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PA 19103 THE PHILADELPHIA INSTITUTE Page 6 THE PROFILE Friday, Ocotber 1 3, 1989 Making the Grade For Your Peak Performance by Robert J Kriegel, Ph.D. Worrying is the negative national pastime. Everybody does it and very few find it a positive experience. You don't think clearly or perform well when you worry. Your main focus is the worry, the fear of "What might happen it which overwhelms you, makes you feel depressed, reduces your energy, and prevents you from getting your work done. College students are the big worriers. That worry leads to stress and college students are very big on stress. In fact, the Nuprin Pain Report, the first national study on pain in America, documented that more people 18-24 are likely to suffer stress and pain than any adult age group. Most of what we worry about is out of our control. You can't control other people's responses, a grade a prot will give us, whether someone will agree with us, what they think of us, the weather, traffic, roommates, money, how we look, grades, the future. The more we worry about things we can't control, the worse everything gets. Remember this rule of thumb: You can't control other people or external situations. But you can control how well you prepare for and respond to them. In other words, you can control your information, attitude, and actions. Worrying is made up of two words: what if. "What if ... they ... say no, ... I don't get the money, ... the professor assigns, ... the traffic. The key to beating the worries is to change the what iPs to "if ... thenV "It they say no ... then 1 will ..." "It I don't get the money then 1 will ..." Always change the worry to anticipation. Concentrating your energy on what you can change, rather than dwelling on things you can't control in- creases your confidence and prepares you for any situation. This strategy was used by President John F. Kennedy. Before his press conferences Kennedy and his aides antici- pated any possible question or situation that might arise and developed answers for them. Whether a reporter asked about the Vietnam War, the economy or civil rights, Kennedy was prepared. Likewise, in a job interview, instead of worrying whether or not the potential employer will ask about your grades, anticipate that he or she will. Then mentally list wins, accomplish- ments and qualifications that your course grades might not reflect. Get into the habit of antici- pating prior to any pressure situation, whether it's an exam, an interview", a date or a tennis serve. Make a "worry list" then change each worry (what if) to an anticipation (if ... then). Leaving your worries behind by focusing on what you can control enables you to concen- trate your energy and perform at peak levels. Organizations Band Together to Cooperate in Recycling Efforts by Julie Darnell Recycling is becoming an important issue these days, and Agnes Scott is taking a pan in it. Thanks to GAIA, Agnes Scott's environmental awareness group, the project of recycling on campus was undertaken last year. Since its initiation, support for recycling projects has Only 1 mile from Agnes Scoti Indoor Pool with Whirlpool Fitness c tenter Shuttle Service Available 1 i.(H)i) Square I-'oot Confe rent e Plaza Ml American Cafe Restaurant Reunion sports bar and patio Call to inquire abotll OUT spec ial Agnes SCOii rates 130 < lairniont Avenue (404) 371-0204 increased and many changes have taken place. For example, GAIA is no longer the only group supporting recycling. GAIA found that campus- wide recycling was just too much to do alone. Al- though group members feel that recycling is very important, it consumed all of their time, leaving them as a group unable to concentrate on other areas. Although GAIA is still ultimately responsible, the group has enlisted the help of Mortar Board and the Student Govern- ment Association, making them an active part of the recycling program on campus. Mortar Board is in charge of collecting the recyclables in the offices, Rep Council collects those from the dorms, and the RTCs are responsible for the student center. The primary obstacle m recycling is the amount of labor involved, yet recycling is becoming essential to preserving our society. Suzanne Tourville '90 states we've "got to recycle. It is important to give time up to do it." Recycling does take a great deal of time: volunteers must set up boxes, and people must go out of their way to put re- cyclables in those boxes. Then more volunteers must collect, sort, and transport items to recycling centers. The groups are now trying to figure out the most efficient way to carry out this process. Right now concerned groups are concentrating on acquiring large commercial bins on campus tor the recyclables. This would mean that the campus would no longer be responsible tor transporting the collected items, as the recycling centers would come to campus to empty the bins. This would alleviate a large amount of the work for on - campus groups. The recycling project as begun last year was extremely successful. Enthusiasm and participation in this year's program is growing. It is not difficult to take recyclables to the st.it ions (which can be found in the dorms, But trick, the Student C .enter and Post Office) and it is becoming necessary in order to save the environment . L ir^iEi!: * : ' :zzz it: ~. * FREE COMPUTER, SOFTWARE & LASER PRINTER RENTAL at our site to type your termpapers, thesis and other documents with the software of your choice. 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Travelling through the school is, more than ever, becoming the route to feed these yearnings: This year, with a wider variety of trips offered at a lower cost, more students are able to participate in Global Awareness programs. The aim ot the Global Awareness program is to provide students an opportunity to ex- perience a foreign culture first- hand. The director, Dr. George Brown, has compiled informa- tion from previous programs to make this year one of the best for Global Awareness. Every student should be able to find a niche either in a basic program, or one of the more specialized trips. Basic programs this year include France, Ger- many, Hong Kong, and Mexico, which will be conducted over winter break. This January also marks the return of two very popular Global Awareness experiences: courses in anthro- pology and marine biology in Peru and the Galapagos,' respectively. This summer, Drs. Kennedy and Guthrie will conduct StreetBeat Catlin Olsen '92: The weekday hours are fine , but the weekend hours are too short. One hour isn't enough. They're not thinking about all the students wlm do stay on campus on the weekend. courses on the social history, literature, and society of Med- ieval England. The group will travel to England, Wales, and Northern France. "Medieval England" is open to 25 students, and 10 places are already re- served. Applications are available in the Global Aware- ness office. The low cost of $750 for the basic trips (less than half the entire cost) adds to the accessi- bility of the program. The pro- gram is open to all students, but Global Awareness encourages freshmen to consider it for their sophomore year. The basic program consists of two parts: concepts and exper- ience. Beginning in the fall, all participants prepare for the up- coming trip by attending lec- tures. Smaller discussion groups focus on particular locations. Preparatory coursework gives the students a general under- standing of cultural differences and comparisons. They have a chance to look at various global issues in addition to country- specific concerns. Studying these "concepts" beforehand replaces attending classes while staying in the country. Upon completion of the preliminary study ot global issues and local concerns, each student will then be free to venture into the Shannon Price '91 : / like the hours right now , but I wouldnt mind having an extr a 30 minutes added on f to dinner] to extend it until 7:00. country with the guidance of a host family. What lies in the future for How to Make News Release from Mail Call (St. Robert, MO, Home of Fort Wood and the Army Engineers) "MAIL CALL!" are two words which are music to the ears of just about everyone who wears our country's uni- forms. Remember how it was on the M*A*S*H* reruns? Con- cerned Americans from coast to coast joined forces last Christ- mas through a program with the same name ("Mail Call!") and brought smiles to more than 1 25,000 of our serv icemen and women, many of them young people away from home for the first time. "Mail Call!" combines greet- ings from thousands of members, re-sorting all the cards and leters into more than 900 bundles which are sent priority mail (no- body here has funds for airfare to fly around personally distributing mail!) to units and activities in more than 40 of our 50 states as well as to the four corners of the globe. Some members have NO PHOTO AVAILABLE Laura King '90: They don't necessarily have to cut off the beginning [hours], but they need to extend them until about 7, which is when I eat at home. It' s a shock to have to eat at 5 or 5:30 when you're used to eating at 6:30 or 7:00. Global Awareness? Dr. Brown hopes that Global Awareness will be able to offer the same basic a Military Man received responses from every continent. The twin goals are to include mail from many people and places in each outgoing bundle and to spread each member's greetings as widely as possible. While the number of units receiving mail increased once again last Christmas, highlights were the addition of an entire remote Army base and the inclusion of 19 ships of the Navy's fleet. We have several large overseas units to add as more mail becomes available. Among Georgia participants in the 1988 Christmas Mail Call: ATLANTA Keri Wells 6k Alpha Phi Omega, Mu Mu Chapter, Oglethorpe University. COLLEGE PARK Maria Boemker;- Rosalie Moore. DECATUR Sandra Harbuck & Towers High School. DOUGLASV1LLE Beta Club, Douglas County Compre- hensive High School. FAY- ETTEVILLE Mrs. David Matthews. MABLETON Teri Darby ck American Legion 1 Christia Holloway '91: / have no problem with them the way they are , but they need to extend the weekend hours . Six is just too early . It's hard to get there before they stop serving. programs with added opportuni- ties in Africa and the Soviet Union. Happy Auxiliary Unit *264. NEWN AN Lisa Marchese 6k First Christian Church (#2 nationwide). ROSWELL Carol Sue Ravenel. SMYRNA Angie Van Antwerp. And in the 1989 Valentine Mail Call: COLUMBUS Diane Phillips; Shaw High School. SMYRNA Jessye Coleman Council of PTAs. Sincere thanks to them and to all the other wonderful folks who helped make last year's program the best ever. Mail Call is an exciting pro- ject for family members and all their various church, school, and other groups ... for just about everybody! For information about taking part in this unique program, please send your name and address along with a first- class postage stamp (no enve- lope; just a stamp is required, please) to: MAIL CALL!, BOX 988, ST. ROBERT, MO 65583, and mention where you read about Mail Call. Thank you! By Janet Kidd Roxy Speight '93: They need to be open later. Dinner here is just too early for me. If I eat at five , Vm hungry again before I go to bed. Maybe it would be more reasonable for them to open later so it would allow students to eat later. The Question: What hours do you think the dining hall should be open for dinner? Page 8 THE PROFILE Friday, Ocotber 13, 1989 3 '' "- *M NOW YOU CAN MAJOR IN ' '-" ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT WITH A FREE PC WHEN YOU BECOME A ZENITH CAMPUS REPRESENTATD7E! Like most students, you carry a double load. Not only are you pursuing your college major, but also planning your major career. 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TO BECOME A ZENITH DATA SYSTEMS CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE, CALL OR VISIT: Please call Barbara Brennen your Zenith Data Systems Representative at 404-446-6170 ext. #34 Form Hi 088 Friday, October 13, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 9 Charles Kuralt Delights Audience with Stories from the Road PHOTO COURTESY OF PUBLIC RELATIONS by Katie Pattillo On Friday, October 6, Agnes Scott kicked off the College Events Series with some help from Charles Kuralt. His talk, entitled "America Behind the Headlines," was delightful. Mr. Kuralt, noting that the emphasis for this years College Events Series was cultural diversity, spoke on the differ- ences contained in America, based on his experiences on the road. The amusing and touching tales ranged from a swimming pig to a soldiers homecoming from Vietnam. The audience laughed and listened intently while Mr. Kuralt told of his journeys and spoke of the good still left in humanity. At the end of his talk, Mr. Kuralt entertained questions. The audience asked many thought-provoking questions which Mr. Kuralt answered with consideration and ease. He offered his insight on China, Russia, and small-town U.S.A. Mr. Kuralt encouraged vaca- tioners to travel the back roads to see America instead of merely speeding down the freeways. Mr. Kuralt noted that our own diversity the fact that there is a basic difference in the way a Vermont ian and a Geor- gian view the world and that there is a difference in the way people in New York and people in Texas talk gives America a unifying strength as well as a delightful richness. He encour- aged the audience to embrace, enjoy, and explore the fact that we are all different people. During the question and answer session, Mr. Kuralt also mentioned that he was writing a book which will be out some- time next fall. He further hinted that he was itching to take out the "On The Road" bus and travel a bit. After the talk, Mr. Kuralt attended a reception in his honor and met with the admirers who were present. Building Bombs Documents Impact of Savannah by Jean Wilson Premier articles usually appear after the event has made its debut in local theatres. This movie, however, has yet to open in Atlanta. On October 20th, Building Bombs will be commer- cially released in Atlanta. Building Bombs is a doc u men - tary which investigates the nuclear weapons industry and explores the emot ional, social, and environmental impact of the Savannah River plant. The film includes interviews from people who live in the towns surrounding the plant and people who have worked for DuPont and the Energy Department. The film probes coverups, mismanagement, apathy, arid shocking dangers to humans Have A Happy Black Cat! and the environment. Accord- ing to Susan Robinson, one of the filmmakers, footage was un- covered showing nuclear waste being buried in cardboard boxes. This and other facts have remained hidden for years. Mark Mori and Susan Robinson made the film in the hopes that it would raise the consciousness of Americans and spark some interest and concern over citizens 1 roles in nuclear weaponry - bu ilding. Although the film premieres on October 20, students are encouraged to attend the student night on October 26. During student night, there will be an opportunity to meet other students and exchange informa- tion. Students are encouraged to arrive early, to arrange meetings or merely to discuss possible actions. The movie will be shown at 7:00 and 8:00 p.m. at AMC's Tower Place Theater. For ticket information and questions about group rates (hint hint) call 233-2151. FFCIJOLEKOS 308 W. Ponce de Leon Cracker-Soul-Mex VOTED BEST BURRITO IN ATLANTA! 15% OFF with this ad m^. ASC (Downtown Decatur across from Leiphart Chevrolet) Charles Kuralt Glee Club Gives Birth to an Annual Event by Jean Wilson In a dazzling flurry of colors and canes, the Agnes Scott Glee Club kicked off an annual event on Thursday, October 5. Although their few practices nave been hurried and harried, the Glee Club performed with polish and finesse. The familiar Broadway songs kept the audience singing in their seats as the Glee Club danced and sang. The soloists, who should be commended tor not losing their voices, added a touch of class to the perform- ance. Both Lauri White's version of "If 1 Loved You" and Amy Higgins's version of "Speak Low" were touching and beautiful. Chrissie Lewandow- ski's torch song, "The Saga of jenny,* 1 was delightful. Cathy Pitney and Sally MacEwen were entertaining in their version of "Lollytoodum". Gerald O. Whittington also displayed his beautiful voice. His rich tones were a wonderful contrast to the Glee Club's backing vocals during the solos he performed. David D'Ambrosio and Donnie Smith provided the music, Jim Ray-James choreo- graphed, and Rowena Renn directed the performance which started a tradition of "music in the dell." Rain Fails to Ruin Street Dance as Students Take it Inside by Kim Mai.i-.ski Rain couldn't dampen the spirits of the students in the Alston Student Center Friday, September 29. Agnes Scott students and men from the Atlanta area swayed to the music of the Medicine Men at the annual street dance. Although, due to rain, the dance was moved inside the Alston Center, the spirit of the party was not diminished. The crowd, though small at first, moved to the dance floor as soon as the band began to play. The floor soon became crowded. As the evening progressed, the crowd grew and the Medicine Men lived up to their reputation as a successful college band. The band blasted out all of the college favorites. They played songs from R.E.M., Modem English, and the Rolling Stones. The combined energy of the band and the crowd kept the student center steamy. Even though the weather would not permit the annual street dance to be held in our newly regained quad, the Medi- cine Men drew a crowd and kept them dancing. Page 10 THE PROFILE Friday, Ocotber 13, 1989 Stylish Little Shop of Horrors Supercedes Film Version by Angie Tackier Are you suffering from post- mid-term blues? Do you need to release the tension caused by those four papers you had to write last week I If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, check out the Decatur Neighborhood Play- house's production of Little Shop of Horrors. The offbeat macabre musical comedy is better live than it was on film, and the Playhouse performs the work with style. The cast of Little Shop of Horrors is exceptional. Jeff McKerley wonderfully performs Seymour, the clumsy nerd who invents a new strain of plant. From the nervous hand gestures to the slightly askew clothing and cracking timid voice, McKerley captures the essence of the down-on-his-luck, orphaned plant store employee. Little Shop of Horrors stars )efj McKerley and Patty Gucnthncr We Look Forward To Seeing You Unisex Salon West Ponce Place Shopping Center Corner of Ponce PI & Swanton Way 377-9004 Free Parking For Halloween Balloons And Decorations I Recommend: ATLANTA 5 "In Lindbergh Plaza" 231-3090 Balloon Bouquets Halloween Mylars Ribbons and More Orange and Black Balloons Do It Yourself or Professional Decorating Another performance worth mentioning is that of Jim Triola. In his dehut with the Neighbor- hood Playhouse, Triola portrays Mushnick, the plant shop own- er, with finesse, as he masters an unidentifiable accent and paces up and down the stage with nervous energy. The highlight ot the play, however, is the performance given by the trio of musical teenagers. Monica Guy, Carla Adagun and Maura Gale Harrison portray the teenagers who live in the skid -row neigh- borhood in which the play is set. The girls, with their tremendous vocal power and stage presence, dominate their scenes. Also a dominating presence, Audrey II (Seymour's genetically deranged plant) is a sight to behold. The Neighborhood Playhouse s Audrey II is beyond description. Audrey is a complex creature whose mechanics are beyond all normal comprehension. The production values are equal to the stellar perform- ances. The sets are charmingly- detailed. Mushnick's flower shop even has a trained first dollar hanging ox er the antique cash register. This production is well worth the $8.00 student ticket price. The play runs through Novem- ber 4, Thursdays through Saturdays at 8:00 p.m.. Inciden- tally, they have scheduled two special Halloween shows on October 30th and 3 1st. This satirical comedy is one you don't want to miss. Clyde Tipton Performs with Energy and Emotion by Jean Wilson On Monday night, September 25, the beautiful tones of Clyde Tipton's voice echoed through- out Presser Hall. Mr. Tipton performed classical, spiritual, and original works. His original works, poems written by Alice Walker set to music, were interesting arid inspiring. Mr. Tipton explained that he attempted to match the music to the words of the poem and the emotions which the poem evoked. The poems he put to music were "Love is not concerned, " "Torture," "We Alone," and "Wastchu". Also a high point in the recital were the spirituals which Mr. Tipton had arranged him- self. He sang "My Lord What A Morning," "Deep River," and "Roll Jordan Roll" during this arrangement. The rich depth of his voice complimented the messages in these songs. Accompanying Mr. Tipton were Sue Speir, pianist, and Elizabeth Morgan, percussion. The evening was an enjoyable one. Many m the audience, as well a\s "keeping the balance. CA's Fall Festival Celebrates ls of Autumn Sign* by Kech Payne On Monday, October 30, Agnes Scott College held its first Fall Festival in the Alston Campus Center. The Fall Festival, sponsored by the Christian Association, was staged in carnival manner, with games and a kissing booth. Instead of giving away kisses, the kissing Kxith gave away Hershey s kisses. The games ranged from apple bobbing to twister. Also among the games were the be, in toss, darts, and the cake walk. According to Candy Woodard, program director of Christian Association, "We felt that the Fall Festival would be a nice alternative to Halloween." Christian Association Presi- dent Susan Haynes felt that the Fall Festival was more than just an alternative to Halloween. u The Fall Festival was a celebra- tion of the changing of seasons. It also was something fun to do and gave several students a chance to take a break from studying." Along with the games, there were prizes awarded, a costume contest, and refreshments served. The prizes ranged from food items to a devotion journal. Refresh- ments included cookies, sand- wiches, cake, and apple cider. The Fall Festival was free to all members of the Agnes Scott community. "Many students would like to see the Fall Festival become an annual event at Agnes Scott. But it will be left up to Karen Green, Director of Student Activities, if it docs or does not," said Haynes. Agnes Scott Target of Price-Fixing Investigation by Justice Department by Debbie Strickland and Renee Dennis Agnes Scott College is one of 55 colleges and universities across the nation that are the targets of a Justice Department investigation into alleged price- fixing of tuition rates and student financial aid. According to the Oct. 4, 1989, issue of The Chronicle of Higher Education, the tuition rate of Agnes Scott is $9,780 for the 1989-90 academic year. ASC is one of eight women's college's in a particular group six of which are in the South that is under investigation. Across the nation, the reaction of college and univer- sity officials to the probe has been that of astonishment. In The Chronicle article, these officials claim they did not understand why the Justice Department had ensued with the investigation, and some accused the Reagan and Bush admini- strations of shifting "blame for college's problems away from the federal government." Officials at Agnes Scott have not been as openly vocal regarding the controversy. President Ruth Schmidt refused to discuss the issue, claiming she couldn't because the investiga- tion was in progress. Gerald O. Whittington, vice president for business and finance at ASC, had a little bit more to say. He responded to allegations of Agnes Scott and other colleges purposely fixing tuition rates by saying, "Agnes Scott College does not partici- pate in this. Never has, never will." He added that ASC was "cooperating fully" with the Justice Department's investiga- tion. Like other colleges and universities that are being probed, ASC has retained an attorney but Whittington said that the attorney could not comment on the case. Whit- tington also noted that the investigation could take as long as two years, though "we are hoping we can get out a whole lot sooner." Whittington said that federal authorities will not reveal what document(s) implicated ASC, but "we have guesses ... We have heen asked to provide materials." Whittington further com- mented, "We are cooperating fully. We think it's a shameful waste of time and effort." Does Flag Burning Threaten Our Constitution? by Angie Tacker The flag burning issue reig- nited in mid-October as Con- gress passed a controversial flag- protection statute. The original fervor arose in June after the Texas flag- burning case of Gregory Johnson. Johnson, an avowed communist, was arrested in 1984 under a Texas statute that forbade public desecration of the flag. Texas courts convicted him. Johnson appealed, on the grounds that the Texas law violated his First Amendment right to free speech. The Supreme Court agreed. The fear that public outcry would lead to a constitutional amendment to protect the flag was the impetus that allowed the passage of the statute. Many lawmakers, however, fear that the very nature of the When you feel the need to escape from Letitia Pate. . . Sandwiches # Salads # Soups &Chili* Z Appetizers+Dinner Specials+Dessert We are also a great retreat for study breaks lor studying) away from the campus Take-Out Available Conveniently located in the Old Decatur Train Depot at the corner of N. Candler Road College Avenue. statute, vague and open-ended, will eventually lead to the con- stitutional amendment that the statute itself was suppose to prevent. The statute forbids public desecration of the flag, without reference to meaning. This could be interpreted to mean that the cowboy boots with tiny American flags are a desecra- tion. However, protesters who burned flags outside the Capitol moments after the statute was passed are not in violation because they were participating in political protest. The statute also contains a clause that allows for review by the Supreme Court. This clause puts the statute in constant jeopardy of being overturned. This is what many congressmen fear most. Such an overturning would immediately put the flag- burning amendment on the front pages again. The passage of an amendment would allow for a redefinition of freedom of speech. Senator Joseph Biden, a Democrat from Delaware, says that the issue then changes from one of saving the flag to one of "saving our Constitution." PHOTO BY CHRlSStE VAN SANT Hou< sacred is the flag Friday, November 17, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 5 ASC Students and Faculty Attend Pro^Choice Rally by Leigh Echols On Sunday, November 12, an estimated 3,500 people from across the state turned out to show their support for reproduc- tive freedom. The pro-choice rally, "Mobilize for Women's Lives," took place in Atlanta's Woodruff Park. Ap- proximately 50 members of the Agnes Scott Community both students and faculty took part in the rally. Speakers included Gloria Steinem, Mario Thomas, Lauren Hutton, Congressman Ben Jones, and Rebecca Walker, daughter of author Alice Walker. Each speaker had a powerful message to deliver that we won't go back. Mario Thomas noted that we cannot go back to the time when "menopause was a disease, menstruation a curse, and abortion illegal." The crowd included women, men, and children of all races, students from various colleges, and representatives from many religious sects. Signs ranged from "Grandmothers for Choice" to "Catholics for Choice." One very pregnant woman even sported a sweatshirt which read "Fetus for Choice." Campus Announces Results of Gallup Geography Test Did you know that three- fourths of Americans polled last year had no idea where the Persian Gulf is located? Or that two out of three couldn't find Vietnam. 7 This poll was given to ten countries across the world this year with startling results. What concerned National Geographic, who conducted the poll, the most was the poor per- fonnance of younger adults in this country. Soviets ages 18 to 24 correctly picked 9.3 places on the provided map, while Am- ericans the same age correctly identified only 6.9 places. Swedes were the most successful out of the surveyed nations, correctly picking approximately 12 out of 16 names. In random testing by the Pub- lic Relations Office on Thursday and Friday, November 9 and 10, the students of Agnes Scott College were asked to identify several countries across the globe. The results of this Na- tional Geographic Society test showed Agnes Scott students correctly answering twice as many as the national American average for young adults ages 18 to 24. Americans aged 18 to 24 correctly identified 6.9 places on the global test. Agnes Scott students correctly answered 14-4 of the sixteen questions, or approximately 90 percent. The United States average was 8.6. All of the Agnes Scott students polled were able to correctly id- entify the USSR, Canada, France, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Approximately six out of ten students correctly located the Persian Gulf, compared to 2.5 of all Americans polled last year. Two of three Americans could not find Vietnam on the map but only 22 percent of Agnes Scott students failed to locate it. Of the 106 Agnes Scott students taking the test, published in Thursday's Atlanta Constitution, 35 students, or 33 percent, answered all questions correctly. Career Corner by Adriane Creety Start thinking now about setting aside time to participate in the internship program. The Career Planning and Placement Office has already sent out a list of internships available with a variety of companies and organizations. Spring semester internships are available to sophomores, juniors, and seniors, and usually consist of 10-15 hours of work" per week. Some are paid and/or can be taken for credit. Students should plan class loads ahead of time so that their schedules permit the amount of work time required throughout the duration of the semester. Internships are a great way to enhance the liberal arts degree. They provide students with experience in a career field of interest to them; they can provide the intern with the specialized and technical skills necessary for certain jobs; they can increase the chances of landing a better job position; and they are a great way of networking. Some jobs are very difficult to get without previous internship experience in that field. Don't wait to start planning for an internship. Remember that preparedness met with opportunity equals success! On November 6, i989, the freshmen elected the women who will represent them until spring elections: President, Mary Frances Kerr; Vice President, Blair French; Secretary /Treasurer, Tracey Peavy; Social Council Reps, Betsy Fowler and Kate Simpkins; SGA Reps, Anna Crotts, Kendra Outler, Ellie Porter, and Deborah Watters; Honor Court Rep, Misty Sanner; Athletic Association Reps , Wendy Jones and Erin Muntzing. Career Forum Proves to be Good Business by Mary Francis Kerr On Wednesday, November 1 , from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., over 100 Agnes Scott students partici- pated in Career Forum '89, held in the Rebekah Reception and Conference Rooms. Career Forum is an event held every other year and is sponsored by the Career Planning and Placement Office. Over 25 company and career representa- tives came from companies varying from Coca-Cola to the U.S. Peace Corps, and from career fields such as art, psychol- ogy, and the ministry. Amy Schmidt, director of Career Planning and Placement, described the purpose of the Career Forum as not only allowing students the opportu- nity to make contacts, with the possibility of job interviews and even potential job placement, but also as giving all students, not just job-hunting juniors and seniors, valuable insight into where liberal arts degrees can lead. As Laurie Grant, assistant director of CP&P, said, "The whole idea behind Career Forum is to get a chance to talk with someone who is actively involved" in a career that might interest ASC students. Ms. Schmidt also made the point that liberal arts graduates don't always know the various business areas where their degrees can lead. Conversations initiated at the Career Forum can show students the various career pathways and experi- ences, and help them realize the resources available. In selecting companies, Ms. Schmidt and Ms. Grant aimed for as wide of a range of careers as possible, including more career possibilities for science majors than they had been able to have in the past. They also limited companies by space available and student interest in order to provide students with the widest and most relevant selection of careers they could. In addition to the career representatives were the popular u how-to" booths in image consultation, portfolio assembly, Georgia State Merit and mock interviewing, which, once students got over any initial timidness, really caught on. As indicated by student evaluation, Career Forum '89 was a resounding success, not only for the students who attended, but for all ASC students who will benefit in the coming years from the rela- . tionships cultivated by the enthu- siasm shown to potential employ- ers by Agnes Scott students. We Guarantee A Tan On Your First Visit Or You Pay Nothing! Of wotf*u*x>, D C .mc. 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Hence, more graduates will be needed to fill those positions and more students will choose this route of employment. As mentioned earlier, already 30% of ASC graduates elect a career in academia. With the rise in academic employment opportunities, this percentage of students will similarly increase. Iim >rder to accomodate this increase, we need a competent ivm uirce center equivalent to C T&P lor graduate school- bound seniors. Rep Rap The graduate application process is overwhelming, especially when combined with a full course load, a job and, perhaps, extracurricular activi- ties on top of that. The re-organization of our current system could greatly reduce the excess stress involved in this grueling process. Our current resource center houses forty-two catalogues of esteemed universities. In a country consisting of fifty states, all of which contain at least one reputable institution and some states which contain many more, forty-two catalogues can hardly be considered adequate. Also, because most graduates would like to relinquish their parents/guardians from the chains of tuition payments, many students will need a fellowship and/or the like in order to relieve this burden. Many scholarships exist which go unnoticed, such as the Rotary scholarships tor graduate students. Scholarship informa- tion such as this should be available at arm's reach. Campus Bids Farewell to Beloved Feline Friend by Jam t Kinn George the Cat (a.k.a. Scott, Morris, Precious, Kitty) died Friday night, November in a tragic car accident George j< >ined our campus Over the summer when he was luM a kitten. No one knew exac tlv where he came from, but he w.is ,i source of jos to many student s. faculty, and staff. His easy going attitude and gentle not urc won him main friends in the community. For many, he wa> ,i confidante; for others, he was a bright spot in an otherwise bad day. It was not unusual tor someone to t.ike special care to bring him treats, or to take time out of a hurried walk to class to pause for a tew minutes and pet him. In a small but important way, Ceorge contributed to many of our lives. We will miss seeing him sunning on the dining hall steps or lounging in the quad. We will miss th.it little bit of joy that he hn night all of us just by being around when we needed a break fn >m people. For the past ten weeks, Rep Council has discussed the idea of revamping our current resource center. In order to fulfill the growing needs of ASC students, a committee comprised of both faculty and students is presently being formed. This task force will assess the situation further and will begin the unruly process of reforma- tion. If you have any suggestions or comments which will aid the process, please contact any member of Rep. by Amy Lovell Do you ever wonder about the name of this institution. 7 If someone asked you right now, "Who was Agnes Scott. 7 ", would you know? Read on, and you will no longer live unen- lightened. Agnes Irvine was bom in Bally Keel, Ireland in 1799. Her father died when she was quite young, and her mother Mary remarried. During her mother's second marriage, Agnes lived with an uncle. For the time, she enjoyed a relatively rich lifestyle; she also received an excellent education. Mary had a brother, Robert Stitt, who lived in the United States in Alexandria, Pennsyl- vania. When Mary was once again widowed, she decided to leave Ireland for America. Agnes and Mary arrived in Alexandria in 1816. Agnes joined the Presbyterian congre- gation in Alexandria, and remained there until her death in 1877. At age 22, Agnes married the widower John Scott. He had five children of his own, one of whom was a mere four years old at the time of matrimony. In addition to those five, Agnes bore seven children of her own. According to Jean Harsh - barger, in a piece written for a church in Alexandria, [Agnes's] life was centered in her family and they did her credit. " During the Civil War, the family loyalties were split. John Scott, the second oldest, was an attorney, and a staunch sup- porter of the Union. George Washington Scott was a colonel in the Confederate Army. Despite the differences, the family remained close; John Scott spoke at the dedication of Agnes Scott College, which was founded with a sizeable donation from brother George. Ms. Harshbarger wrote, "The college was dedicated to the Christian principles that Agnes Scott had instilled in her children, and which they took from Alexandria to many parts of the country." 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OA 30339 ( 1 mile south of Cumberland Mall 452-7074 952-03 1 1 college boEiad Friday, November 17, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 7 [innApiMg[s] Wake Up and Smell the Decaf: The Seventies are History by Melissa Culbert Wasn't once enough for Seventies T.V. shows like "Eight is Enough, "The Love Boat," and "Charlie's Angels?" In recent months these hloated, frivolous relics from the Bronze Medallions Age have resurfaced in what looks like the first wave of Seventies nostalgia. Also, the latest issue of Vogue is replete with "new" fashion looks for the nineties wide legged pants and Mouses with big pointy collars. Earth tones are hot. Marilyn Quayle sports a decidedly Mary Tyler Moore-ish retro hairdo. Can the wedgie's return be far behind? The August Woodstock hoopla marked the end of the narcissistic Sixties nostalgia craze. Day-glo colors and tie dyes are quickly fading, and it looks like we've seen the last Monkees and Gerry and the Pacemakers reunion tours. As soon as America finally wakes up from that purple haze of nostalgia, smells the decaf, and realizes that THE SIXTIES ARE OVER, AND WILL CONTINUE TO BE OVER FOR THE FORESEEABLE FUTURE, perhaps we can move ahead. Move ahead to what? Why, a Seventies nostalgia craze, of StreetBeat course. Come January 1, "20 years ago today" will be 1970, and already I have seen the insidious signs of an impending deluge of Seventies mania the bulky fashions, the "Eight is Enough" reunions. The Bee Gees and Donna Summer have hit singles, and I recently spotted a re- issue of "The Partridge Family's Greatest Hits" in a record store. An updated Donny Osmond has grimaced his way onto MTV. I suppose his George Michael pantomime fools pre-teens, who are too young to remember that Donny is a dork. (Just like a lot of us didn't remember that the Monkees were dorks.) 96 Rock, the Atlanta radio station that has been broadcast- ing "Psychedelic Psaturday" and "Psychedelic Psunday" along with occasional "all-Beatles" weekends since 1983, recently instituted a "new" feature: "Saturday Night at the Seven- as if anyone could be ties. nostalgic for Black Sabbath, Linda Ronstadt, and the Eagles. "Fortunately, while everyone was busily recounting the good oV days of the past (the days of leaded gas , cyclamates , and calculators the size of walkAn closets) , life went on" That stuff sucked the first time. Why suffer through it again? But what's the point of playing even the good music of a previous decade routinely? By now, the truly great songs of the Sixties like "Satisfaction, "Hey Jude" and "My Girl" have been utterly sapped of their original freshness and power through incessant mainstream radio airplay. Almost every Top 40, MOR, and rock station on the dial has succumbed to the Baby Boomers' obsession with their own youth and it's "classic" music. Now 96 Rock wants to saturate the airwaves with Seventies classics. Every aural and thematic nuance of Bob Segar's "Night Moves" and Spring- steen's "Born to Run" will be irreparably etched into the brain. Fortunately, while everyone was busily recounting the good oP days of the past (the days of leaded gas, cyclamates, and calculators the size of walk- in closets), life went on. The Eighties genera- tion has its own innovations laptop computers, Nutrasweet, compact discs, video rentals, and oat bran. The Eighties generation has its own cultural icons David Letterman, MTV, Michael Jackson, U2, Tama Janowitz, and Donald Trump. We have our own "causes": apartheid, famine, women's equality. To those of us who tuned in, the Eighties have been pretty damned interesting. I just hope we don't bludgeon our children with our own nostalgia when our purchasing power puts us on top of the demographic heap sometime around 2000. But, why not end this nostalgia nonsense now, while there is a lull between "My Generation" and the "Me Generation"? Twenty-five million people bought the Saturday Night Fever sound- track. Pretty soon those soundtracks, along with mac- rame, polyester suits, and Star Wars figurines, will rise up from deep inside the bowels of basements across the nation. The endless stories of driving to Woodstock in VW buses will be supplanted with tales of Studio 54 boogie-ing (God help us). Before the Seventies crowd gets earned away, let's revolt. Let's ignore them. We can change the station when we hear an old ELO song. We can let bell bottoms rot on the racks at Macy's. We can leave any pretentious book about the late Seventies artsy-funky Greenwich Village scene or the secret love affairs of Richard Nixon on the shelf. We can lick the Seventies. After all, THE SEVENTIES ARE OVER, AND WILL CONTINUE TO BE OVER FOR THE FORESEEABLE FUTURE. By Jennifer Whittle The Question: What do you think of the new US law prohibiting flag burning? Weezie Braswell Class of 1993 People have died for what the American flag represents. I do not believe we should have the right to burn it free speech or no! Andrea Johnson Class of 1990 God bless America, apple pie, Mom, and Lee Greenwood! No one has the right to burn the flag especially since the ones that are doing it probably burned their draft cards too! Anne Miller Office of Admissions There are many traditions I have seen fade since my days as a teenager, i.e. prayer in school, and regular flag pledges and invocations. This saddens me, but I am not sure that the flag burning issue is or should be tied to the Constitution. Right now I am watching and listening. I am not ready to take a strong stand at this time. Jane Mayo Class of 1993 I feel the law is an infringe- ment on our individual rights, not that it is right or wrong, but that the principles behind it are unconstitutional. All the law is, is simply a paranoic reaction by our Congress to satisfy a strong public outcry of patriotism. Sally MacEwen Associate Professor of Classics I think it is illogical to ban an expression of freedom in order to express our belief in a system that allows freedom of expression. Page 8 THE PROFILE Friday, November 17, 1989 fFtHArrPRfEP "Look Out, Coach!" as Tennis Team Heads to Florida PHOTO BY CHRISSIE VAN SANT Freshmen members of the tennis team have fun in the Pensacola, Florida tourna- ment. Discrimination And Representation: Have We Progressed? (continued from jxige I) Struggle. Now, as we come near to the close of fall semester 1989, repercussions of last year's struggle are still quite noticeable as awareness and sensitivity to the subject have been distinctly heightened. No doubt, many students have been confronted with probing questions instigated by the infamous Atlanta Magazine article which portrayed Agnes Scott as a haven for pampered rich girls and which also gave the local community a somewhat distorted view of student life here. In addition, it contributed to the intensity of the discrimi- nation issue. Current students, however, feel that all of this publicity has reaped tangible rewards tor the school as a whole and tor minority representation. Angela Miller, black Ameri- can representative to SGA, ve- hemently defends the need for such a seat and explains that only one experiencing the 5pe< ific problems and issues faced by a minority group can effec- tively represent those needs, no matter how well-meaning and open-minded the rest of Rep Council may be. Social life and classroom integration remain an issue requiring consideration among students, faculty, and administra- tion. One black student indig- nantly recalls being approached by fellow students on several occasions during her freshman year and asked it she was an employee on campus. Other minority students explain that, though they have a wide circle of diversified friends, they, understandably, feel most comfortable and very relieved by spending time with those who share their unique experiences associated with being a minority on campus. These unique, often uncom- fortable experiences were powerfully and effectively shared by the student leaders at their retreat where members partici- pated in a simulated discrimina- tory society, one example of the College's efforts to broaden awareness and understanding of the problems faced by minorities and the intolerability of dis- crimination on this campus. Still, other students express concern that the emphasis placed on black issues and diseimination only m, ikes them overly self-conscious about their demeanor and interactions with other students around campus, none of which are actually racially motivated at all. However, many students, both black and white, haw- expressed concern regarding the lack of classnx^m time or course offerings devoted to education on black issues and minority topics, 5 . Obviously, a schcx)l the size of Agnes Scott cannot afford such efforts as other larger colleges and state universities such as the University of Virginia, which has recently instated an entire department of Afro- American Affairs. Yet students seem to by Kate Simpkins "So, you're on the tennis team! u Oh! That's right, you play tennis!" How many times have I heard these comments? Well, actually, for eight weeks, Kristen Louer, Adrienne Vanek, Kristy Jay, and I did more than just play tennis. In our preparation for the Rolex Small Women's College Tournament in Pensacola, Florida, on October 26-28, countless drills, weight-lifting and afternoons full of practice were just a few more things for us to balance. The hot sun did not seem to help, especially on the days that we, or rather I, forgot my water cup, (which were most of the days). Coach Peterson never allows too much "goofing off." Yet, it was not, as it sounds from the description, pure agree that more diversity regard- ing minority education would be very beneficial. When asked about the danger of "tokenism" and so-called reverse discrimination involved in such an effort, sophomore April Van Mansfeld explains that this aspect of full integra- . tion is very regrettable but hopefully avoidable. At this point, black students welcome any valid opport unity for representation and educational advancement. As a women's college, Agnes Scott automatically by-passes one of the major obstacles of the discrimination issue. Still, for a college of its size, ASC appears to be doing an admirable job of combatting the racial issue. Some institutions, including UNC at Chapel Hill, Brown, Penn State, and Emory Univer- sities, are toying with student's right to free speech by adopting rules that limit and monitor what students say regarding racial issues and minority tensions. Agnes Scott, on the other hand, is keeping an open forum about the problem. This is witnessed by the fact that com- batting racism has become a popular topic of debate. The College feels that there is an infinitely better chance of eliminating racism if the issue is openly and honestly addressed, not only in student government, but in administration, class- rooms, and among peers and friends as well. drudgery. We did enjoy several afternoons when laughter and wild shots seemed to be the best outlet for stress. "Oops! Look out, Coach! Oh! I'm sorry!" seemed to be Adrienne's favorite expression. Meanwhile, Coach Peterson kept us running for drop-shots, retrieving lobs, and laughing over lack of breath "Like, running is just not my thing!" Kristin would often declare. The warrior of the bunch seemed to battle it out until time for the actual tournament" arrived. With a ruptured disc in her back, Kristy finally relented to rest while we three freshmen terrorized Florida. This brings me to another chapter in the story. Our time finally arrived, and Coach Peterson, our expert driver, was ready. En route to the tournament, we all felt reasonably safe with Coach behind the wheel of our party van. There only seemed to be one close call, after which I resigned my position as "shotgun rider" for a short while. Between all of the most frequent comments, including Kristin's "Like, I love this pla< e. It's really awesome!", Adri- enne's "Hey, you guys! What island are we on. 7 ", Coach's "Bananas have potassium" and other facts, not to mention my own "How many more miles until we eat?", I would say that it was a reasonably quiet trip. Adrienne would agree that Kristin and I are not embar- rassed about expressing our roommate affection for each other. After all, we did engage in beating each other up at every free moment. Of course, we did finally play tennis on this escapade. Kristin and I both won our first round matches but met tough opponents in the second round, both of which survived until the last rounds of the tournament. Adrienne suffered a loss in the first round to Maria Pierson, one of Birmingham- Southern College's cop players. Yet, she continued to play in the consolation bracket and survived until its second round. Without Kristy as my partner, Kristin and Adrienne still played as a doubles team. In their first doubles match together, they encountered several problems but played a great match against a trium- phant and more experienced team from the University of West Florida. Although all three of us were a bit dissatisfied at first, it is ridiculous to say that we were unsuccessful. For three freshmen playing in their first collegiate tournament, we were very successful. The competitive environ- ment was a well-known, yet for our first-time team, a very new experience. With all of the laughing, story-telling, sing-alongs, and yes, tennis, the trip was defi- nitely worth the work. National Prfic notion Centers Brad M. Cherson, R.Ph. 215 Clairemont Road Decatur, Ga. 30030 Call in orders available Fast, Personal Service Monday^Friday 9:30^6:00 Saturday 10:00^1:00 Sunday closed 378-6415 Delivery Available STUDENT DISCOUNTS Friday, November 17, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 9 |A(R|TP|g ffl Indigo Girls Return Home to Atlanta for AIDS Benefit by Staci Dixon The dynamic Indigo Girls, Decatur's premiere acoustic folk- rock duo, took time out of their hectic touring schedule to give a moving AIDS benefit at Atlanta's Fox Theater. This concert was the first PHOTO BY BARBIE STITT Sharon Murphy displays her Indigo Girls T-shirt. large-scale AIDS benefit in Atlanta. All proceeds from the sold-out concert on Monday, October 30, were contributed to the Atlanta AIDS Research Consortium and other AIDS related organizations. Each AIDS group was represented by a table in the lobby of the theater. At the tables, the concert-goers were able to obtain information on the AIDS crisis and purchase T-- shirts, designed by singer Kristen Hall for the benefit. The proceeds from these sales were also donated to the various organizations, in addition to the ticket sales. At the concert, many local artists besides the Indigo Girls performed. Among them were Kristen Hall, Caroline Aiken, Deedee Vogt, Michelle Malone, and Holly Faith. Many of the artists performed original acoustic songs. Kristen Hall opened the concert with three pieces. She was followed by Deedee Vogt. While Deedee rocked on her mandolin, a woman accordianist played accompaniment. Later, when Deedee switched to guitar, she was joined by a woman banjo player. Both accompanists were from out of town. Next, the storming Amy Ray and excited Emily Saliers took the stage. The crowd enthusias- tically welcomed the duo, our own Indigo Girls, back to Atlanta. After stating that their compulsion to do the benefit was to promote the awakening of people to the importance of AIDS research, the Indigo Girls ripped into their opening number. New Faces, Old Charm Permeate Staying Together by Christia Holloway Staying Together is a movie with an old theme and some talented new faces. Set in Ridgeway, South Carolina, the movie portrays three brothers Kit, Brian, and Duncan McDermott who manage their father's barbeque chicken restaurant by day and carouse through the town they have christened "McDer- mottville" by night. Brian, played by Tim Quill, bears a striking resemblance to a young John Travolta. Brian is involved with the town's mayoral candidate, played by Stockard Channing. Ms. Channing's face is one of the very few familiar faces in the movie. The relationship, alas, proves to be rather distracting for campaigning, as is portrayed in one memorable scene. Dermot Mulroney portrays Kit, a quiet romantic who happens to be a runner. He is infatuated with Beverly (Daphne Zuniga), who is determined to make Kit the object of her last pre-marital fling. Duncan is the pot-smoking, wise-cracking baby brother. Sean Astin plays the adolescent, whose goal is to "become a man." In the funniest scene in the movie, Duncan realizes that his dream is about to be fulfilled. Life in Ridgeway is wonderful until the day that the father informs the boys that, due to his hatred of chicken, he has sold the family business. The news is startling for the family. The most affected, however, is Brian. He is outraged that he and his brothers were not consulted first. Their father's decision creates a division in the family which is resolved only through a series of even more unfortunate events. The family is reunited with one brother only to lose another as a result of his conflict with their mother. Despite everything that occurs, the family is able to endure because of its underly- ing love and concern for one another. The movie's end leaves a great many questions unan- swered, but it also leaves the viewer with the feeling that somehow, things will work out for the brothers of "McDer- mottville." The theme is well stated in one of the songs in the movie: "The More Things Change, The More Things Stay The Same." Staying Together is highly recom- mended. Fans were pleased by their performance of not only songs off of "Indigo Girls" their gold major-label album, but also numbers from their previous, independently released LP As the evening came to a close, a strong sense of purpose filled the air .. it can only be hoped that a new awareness was brought into focus by the magic of music, and that the AIDS problem will soon be eliminated. "Strange Fire." The girls also treated the audience with some of their newer material. They were assisted throughout the night by Deedee on base, Annie Richardson on flute, and a female bongo player. After their set, the Indigo Girls urged the audience to check out the material in the lobby. When the audience returned after intennission, the show proceeded with several more artists, including Caroline Aiken. In a later interview with Caro- line, she elaborated on her reasons for participating in the benefit. Although asked to participate by Emily Saliers, Caroline was also motivated by a personal experience. Due to a complica- tion, her daughter needed a blood transfusion soon after birth. Caroline was warned of the possibility of her daughter contracting the AIDS virus. Caroline was joined during her set by Emily to perform a song the duo has done many times together, "Another on the Rise." Caroline was followed by rock group Holly Faith. The Indigo Girls performed another set during which rocker Michelle Malone joined Amy on stage for a few deeply moving pieces. At the close of the set, the thunderous applause urged the group back for an encore. The final songs of the night were a collaboration of all the evening's entertainers and included the Pink Floyd song "Wish You Were Here." As the evening came to a close, a strong sense of purpose filled the air. It can only be hoped that a new awareness was brought into focus by the magic of music, and that the AIDS problem will soon be eliminated. "No Name" Has Earned One by M. A. Marino With the series of mediocre restaurants opening this fall, it is wonderful to see that Decatur has one that is, at worst, very above average. The No Name Bar-n- Grill located at 1 17 East Trinity Place (formerly Mac's) is certainly- bound to make a name for itself. We hit the place on a Sunday for brunch. My friends and I were the only people there, and I became quite concerned. My concern, I discovered, was quite unnecessary. A more than friendly and helpful waitress attended to us as soon as we were seated and, amazingly, remained at our table to answer any questions about the menu. My top picks are: The Denver Omelette. This is a generous serving packed full of vegetables, cheese and ham. Eggs Benedict. You will be surprised to taste a Hollandaise sauce that is understated instead of overbearing. Where most restaurants have difficulty deciding if the sauce is the main course, the chef at No Name realizes that the sauce is a condiment. The Build-a-Burger is a must for red-meat lovers. It is cooked to your taste. (Can you believe it. 7 When you ask for rare, you really get rare.) With a choice of sauteed mushrooms, onions, two cheeses, lettuce and tomato, this burger demands to be eaten with a fork and knife. On the side of most brunch plates you will find a lovely mixture of potatoes and red and green peppers topped off with a dab of sour cream. If the home fries don't come with your meal, order them on the side. They are definitely a far cry from french fries. Be sure to top it all off with Key Lime Pie! Even though you will be stuffed full of the generous portions of your main course, you must not skip dessert. Not this time. As the final catalyst for your patronage of this spacious and beautiful restaurant, I give you ... the price. Four of us ate for under forty dollars. Budgets will not be broken by going here. All in all, the No Name Bar- n-Grill is a must for anyone who appreciates good food, good service, and good prices. Page 10 THE PROFILE Friday, November 17, 1989 Beehive Shows What It Was to be Young in the Sixties by Jean Wilson The musical Beehive is an exciting trip through the past which can even be enjoyed by those of us who weren't around for the sixties. The musical abounds with fun and excite- ment. The crowd began to bounce in their seats as soon as the band began to play. Although all the musicians were of a more advanced age than this reviewer, they bounced and played and appeared to have more fun than anyone else in the theatre. Mary Wilson took the stage along with the "back-up" girls and began to reminisce about the sixties. She then burst into song with "The Name Game," and two of the singers brought members of the audience onstage to present their own version of the song. Ms. Wilson then changed into a little girl's outfit and told the audience that she and her friends used to listen to the radio and pretend they were the singers off the radio. Then the fun began. The cast portrayed various "girl groups" and sang their songs with panache and delight. Among the more memorable of the songs were "I Can Never Go Home," in which the performers went so far as to point out their favorite portions of the song; and the set by the Supremes in which the diva Diana proceeded to make a nuisance of herself. The next set was "Leslie Gore's Christmas Party." The mimicking of known stars such as Leslie Gore, Connie Francis, and Brenda Lee was delightful. The singers hammed it up through this scene to the delight of the audience. "Judy's Turn to Cry," "You Don't Own Me," and "Where the Boys Are" were among the songs in this set. The songs were used to tell a story as well as poke fun at their origina- tors and the characters they portrayed. The set, however, moved into a serious note as Ms. Wilson sang a jazz-based version of "The Beat Goes On." Ms. Wilson recalled the events of the year 1963 while interspersing Reviewer Goes "O'er a Steamy Traveling Sea" by Jean Wilson Do not go see this movie on a first date. Do not go see this movie with anyone who has not seen "Nine And 1/2 Weeks." I )o not g< i sec this movie w hen you are depressed over your tailing love life. "Sea of Love" is a suspense- filled movie. The movie has a grisly start and stays that way. If you enjoy being scared to death then this is the movie for you, provided you are liber.il and open-minded Ellen Bark m plays the top suspect tor a series of crimes which A I Pacino is investigat- ing- Men who have placed poems in the personals are being killed by an unknown person. The two characters, cop and prime suspect, tall into attrac- tion and then into 'love.' The c I user they get, however, t he- more the evidence piles up against Ms. Barkin's character. The tension builds until Mr. Pacino's character confronts the suspect with the "evidence" in a terrifying, emotional scene. When the killer is finally revealed, the identity is shocking. The scene in which the killer reveals his/her (I refuse to give it away) identity is violent and tnghtening. It brings home how easily we could all be victims at the hands of a lunatic. In addition to the violence there is also a good deal of s-e-x. Although it does not get as graphic as other movies (see the first few lines of this review), the .scenes are not ad visible with someone you do not know well; it would be tcx^ embarrassing. If you can handle the violence and the nudity, then the suspense will help you frighten all the tension out of your system. This is a frightening movie. Although the ending is a tad hokey, it is a good tilm. I recommend it to the adventurous. comments with a hauntingly rendered chorus. The mood picked up again as Ms. Wilson announced the British invasion. Instead of singing intelligibly during "Wishin' And Hopin'," the singer mumbled the words and sang the chorus clearly. The result was hilarious. This set ended with the torch song "You Don't Have To Say You Love Me." After Intermission, the late sixties took the stage. "River Deep, Mountain High" was sung by the cast member who not only looks like Tina Turner, but sounds like her. (Yes, Tina Turner did have songs betore "What's Love Got To Do With It. ? ", and they were better songs.) Ms. Wilson followed with a version ot "Respect" which was astounding. Then, a singer (who, inciden- tally, looked an awful lot like Joy Howard) bounced through the audience barefoot and reached the stage singing "Piece Of My Heart." The singer who imitated J an is Joplin managed to dance all over the stage and also play the cymbals while singing "Ball And Chain." The musical ended with each singer performing a few lines of an artist they had mimicked during the show and an encour- aging message to the audience. Whether you actually grew up listening to the music of the sixties or have only heard it played on the radio, you will enjoy the musical Beehive. It is difficult to leave the theatre depressed, angry, and not singing one of the songs as you walk to your car. Atlanta College of Art Symposium Examines Influence of "Southern Beginnings" by Kech Payne The Atlanta College of Art held a symposium on "Southern Beginnings" on November 6th at the Woodruff Arts Center. The panel consisted of five black leaders featured in the catalogue, / Dream A World: Portraits of Black Women Who Changed America. Nancy Boxill, Fulton County Commissioner, was the leader of the discussion. It was she who pointed out that, as "60% of the women featured in this cata- logue are from the South ... [the] purpose of this symposium is show how the Southern beginnings of these women affected their accomplishments." The panel members were: Unita Blackwell, first black mayor from Mississippi and chair of the Black Women Mayors' Caucus; Cora Lee Johnson, social activist and chair ot the Rural Black Women's Leader- ship Project; Niara Sudarkasa, first black woman president of Lincoln University; Sonia Sachez, poet, playwright, and author; and Ophelia DeVore- Mitchell, publisher of The Columbus Times and founder of the Grace del Marco Model Agency. All of the women traced their success to their "Southern beginnings." "I remember my grandmother telling my aunts to let me be when I came in from climbing trees. I was a tomboy. My aunts would constantly complain about me climbing those trees. I would come in every day with my dress dirty and my braids undone. But my grandmother would say 'Let the child be and she will be fine. Let her be.' And I am glad that my grandmother let me be because I am fine," remarked Ms. Sanchez. Ms. Blackwell feels that all the black women featured in the catalogue have "Southern beginnings": "We are supposed to answer the question, what is the connection between the South and 60% of these women in this catalogue; if you ask me, all black people have 'Southern beginnings.' We all started out in the South." The main point that all the participants wanted to make was that black people, especially black youth, should not be ashamed of their beginnings. The gallery will not only be exhibiting striking photos of these women, but also photographs of other black women who are listed in the catalogue. The exhibit runs through November until December 22. The gallery's hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. The catalogue accompanying the exhibition, which features tull-page reproductions of all the black women, will be available for purchase in the gallery during the exhibition. Country Critic's Corner Artist: Single: Label: Rating: Reba McEntire 'Till Love Comes Again" MCA Records **** A must for any country music collection *** Buy the record, you'll want to play it at home ** Listen to the song on the radio, but don't purchase * Change the station when the song comes on Debuting at number five this week, "Til Love Comes Again" is a song sure to catch the ear of every country music fan, as Ms. McEntire proves once again that traditional country music is here to stay. Singing with a soft sultry twang, she speaks about waiting for the right person to come along before recommiting again. The song ends on a high note with the listener feeling assured that love will indeed come for the second time. If you close your eyes and listen, you can almost hear Patsy Cline cheering softly in the background. This song is definitely headed to number one. You can catch the country music count-down on Sunday mornings on FM 101.5 FM or 106 FM to name a few of the local stations. Single Rating: *** Critic: Cheryl K. Calendar of Events Friday, November 17, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 1 1 Art Exhibits The High Museum of Art Continuing Exhibits: Through January 7, 1990, "Land Of the Deepest Shade, Photographs Of The South By John McWilliams." u Art In Berlin 181 54989," an Atlanta exclusive; an extensive collection of works showing the response of the artists to a changing Berlin. The High Museum at Georgia Pacific Center Continuing Exhibit: Through November 24, 1989 "Mel Kendrick-Essays, Small Wood Works." INFORUM Presents at the Atlanta Apparel Mart: "Saudi Arabia Yesterday and Today," through November 25. A cultural exhibit. The Jimmy Carter Library Now Showing: "Thomas Nast Cartoons: The Art of Politics." Admission is $2.50. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12:00 to 4:45 p.m. on Sundays. Call 33 1 -0296 for more infonnation. Plays Onstage Atlanta Currently Showing: Alan Aycbourn's Table Manners, through November 18, Thursdays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. Prices range from $8.00 to $10.00. The Underground Theatre Waiting For. Lefty. Tickets are $6.00 general admission. The theatre is located in the basement of the Unitarian Universalist Tom Grose & the Varsity s A * 1 0 A M s 1 T T E 1 i N D O W i A R W R E S f| D R A P E R Y a L A S E T A R E T A 1 N S S T A R T A N P L O T S S T A R 1 T S S U R E R E N E S E E R T A L E S E A E R R O R P L A N T E D M E T S L O wl P R P A R E IT W S T E O 1 M O T T 1 f U E W E * T E E E D David Milford (Johnny) and Nita Hardy (Frankie) star in the lusty comedy Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune. Congregation of Atlanta, 1911 Cliff Valley Way, N.E. Academy Theatre Currently Performing: Through November 26, 1989, Antioch. Tickets are $5.00, call 892-0880 for more information. The Alliance Theatre Opening: November 18, 1989, Annie Get Your Gun. Remember the songs,"Anything You Can Do I Can Do Better" and "You Can't Get A Man With A Gun"? Rush tickets are $9.50 on the day of the performance. The Horizon Theatre Company Frankie And Johnny In The Clair De Lune, Thursday through Saturdays, 8 p.m. Sundays 5 p.m. Tickets are $10.00 and $12.00. Call 584-7450 for more informa- tion. Theatre League Of Atlanta At The Buckhead Roxy Beehive, starring Mary Wilson of the Supremes. Call 873-4300 for information on ticket prices and show times, as they differ from show to show. DramaTech Currently Presenting: Through November 18, The Diviners. Student tickets are $3.00. Shows start at 8:00 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays. The Neighborhood Playhouse Opening November 24: My Three Angels, Thursday through Saturday nights 8:00 p.m., Sundays at 2:00 p.m. A comic play where it is simpler to bum off Scrooge than convert him. Theatre Gael The Mary Gray Monroe Theater in Dobbs University Center on Emory's Campus presents: A Child's Christmas In Wales, Tuesday through Saturday 8:00 p.m., Sunday at 5:00 p.m. Picasso's Performance Cafe Presents on December 5: Valetta Anderson's Montgomery Play. The reading begins at 8:30 p.m. Admission is $2.00. Academy Theatre Opening on November 29: A Christmas Carol Pre-opening Friday is a $.99 show which begins at 8 p.m. Call 892-0880 for more information. Music The Variety Playhouse Presents: November 17, 1989, Bismillah Khan, master reed player, one of India's most famous classical musicians, 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $1 5.00 for students at the door, $17.00 for non-students. Call 377-7777 for more informa- tion. Agnes Scott College Presents: November 19 Student Recital featuring Laura Williams, soprano, and Tracy Peavy, flute, at 3 p.m. in Maclean. Presents: December 5 at 8: 1 5 p.m. The Tallis Scholars Renais- sance Christmas Concert in Gaines. Dance The Atlanta Ballet Presents: November 16 through 18, Ballet Pops perfonned with Tom Gross 6k the Varsity live on stage. Tickets are avaliable at SEATS and student discounts are available. Call 892-3303 for more information. Miscellaneous The Callanwolde Fine Arts Center Presents: November 28 through December 12, Christmas At Callanwolde: shops, gallery, beautiful decorations and a courtyard cafe. Tickets are $5.00 before November 28, and $7.00 at the door. Neighborhood Playhouse in Decatur Audition Notice: November 19-20, at 7:30 p.m., for The Hollow, by Agatha Christie: needed, six women ages 20-60. We Look Forward To Seeing You Unisex Salon West Ponce Place Shopping Center Corner of Ponce PI. & Swanton Way 377-9004 Free Parking Page 12 THE PROFILE Friday, November 17, 1989 ri$ s - v. . ag - s . V . NOW YOU CAN MAJOR IN ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT WITH A FREE PC WHEN YOU BECOME A ZENITH CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE! Like most students, you carry a double load. 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TO BECOME A ZENITH DATA SYSTEMS CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE, CALL OR VISIT: THE QUALITY C c 1088* Zenith Data Systems Please call Barbara Brennen your Zenith Data Systems Representative at 404-446-6170 ext. #34 Form No. 1361-988 AGNES SCOTT THE PROFILE The Independent Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott College Volume 76, Issue 6 December 8, 1989 Lindsay's Hiking Ordeal Leads to Campus Celebration PHOTO BY BARBIE STITT by Janet Kidd On Thursday, November 9, the Agnes Scott community was greeted with a somber note from Dean Hudson* office, explain- ing that Eloise Lindsay, a member ot the graduating class of 1989, was missing. Eloise had gone on a solo hike in the mountains on the C larolipas bonier. She was de- clared missing Wednesday, November 8, w hen she failed to meet with some friends at the end of the trail. Search parties with tracking dpgS were gathered. Together with professional hikers, they set out to find her. The dogs quickly picked up her scent, but within days, they had lost it, found it again, and once again lost it: Eve^dayfstodeftts- * * turned on radios or TVs at 5:00 p.m. only to hear that they had found nothing. The dining hall was filled with speculative students trying to make sense ot what was happening. "Old she get lost. 7 " "Does she have any food. 7 " "Why doesn't she start a fire. 7 " And every day as the temperature dropped, so did the campus's hopes. Even the students who did not know her were affected by the mood that surrounded campus. It was not a dark mood that pervaded the campus; it was a worried feeling, a fear that she might not be found. Nevertheless, many students never lost hope. Friends cheered her on from a distance. u Come on, Eloise. I know you can make it." They believed in her spirit and resourcefulness. As one student commented, "She's a survivor. She won't give up." On Friday, November 17, nine days after she had been declared missing, students and hiculty gathered in the chapel to pray tor her safe return. A woman from Eloise 's church informed the crowd of the details. The trail she had taken intimidated even the profes- sional hikers. Others were warned agaiiw PRATERS Loise linosat fW1 - 4--3C-S:00 This sign, on the front door of'Buttrick was happily changed when Eloise was found. going to South Carolina to look for her on their own for fear of losing them as well. After repeated nights ot sub- freezing temperatures, even the search parties were discouraged. The dogs could only track so much on the difficult trail Eloise had taken. They could find no trace of her. Finally, on the night of Saturday, November 1 \ thev called oft the search. Nevertheless, the media kept saying that even though the search had been called off, they still believed that she was alive. Brooke Colvard '92, a friend ot (continued on page 5) East and West Germany Tear Down Walls, Build Bridges for Peace by Mary Frances Kerr "So our case is new, so we must act anew." These were the words President Abraham Lincoln used in his 1862 address to the Congress. These same words were used to describe the rapid changes now occurring in Eastern Europe by an East German. The speaker in this case was Professor Wazel from the Univer- sity of Jena, about 70 kilometers south ot Berlin. He addressed a group of over 50 students, facility, and others, on Tuesday, Novem- ber 14, at Agnes Scott. His hour-long presentation was spent answering questions and explaining the incredible history- making that is now going on in Eastern Europe, his emphasis being on East Germany and the dramatic toppling of the Berlin Wall. Inside Editorials A Chromosone is a chromosone is a chromosone Page 3 News Interdorm forum focuses on stealing in dorms Page 4 Arts and Entertainment The Little Mermaid Disney's still got it! Page 7 Wazel fielded questions on the background of this revolution, what the new situation in East Germany is, and what is coming next. He explained that while it was "not so clearly seen from outside," there had been preparations for changes in the whole society that began immediately with Gorbechev's reforms. The attitude within East Germany was "Stop complaining. Act." He also noted the church's role in helping the people prepare for this peaceful revolt, and he emphasized the German people's need to carrry out these changes step by step: "Now freedom ot speech, [and] to travel; later, free elections." Wazel explained that East Germany, and indeed all of the Eastern European countries, will progress, each in their own way. The Eastern Europeans do not need the West to treat them like "wayward children." He emphasized that "capital- ism has had its crises, so does socialism" and that socialism is not dying, only readjusting. He continued that this readjustment is even more necessary now, in order to encourage people to re-enter East Germany, because the Loss of so many people has created a "brain drain." 'There are too many jobs in East Gennany, and not enough workers." This adjustment, Wazel said, must incorporate into socialism an "achievement principle the more you work, the more you get," and they must modernize the economy in order to catch up. Wazel was hopeful because, he said, "the new government understands much of what is necessary." He also expressed hope of free elections, where "leaders ... feel responsible for the outcome of the revolution, not like in Poland." And there is much to be hopetul for, he said. Coopera- tion between East and West is imperative, and the upcoming summit at Malta is a good sign. "Mankind must work together, or we will die together." Wazel, when questioned about the hope of a unificaton of East and West Germany, said, "Looking at the last days, nothing is an impossibility," but added that that is not on the agenda right now and coopera- tion must be encouraged on both sides. He concluded by saying that East Germany could learn from other countries in order to develop a democratic socialism that is economically productive, with free elections and all that comes with that included. And that "the East will not be led back, but the West must trust this new attitude" and help to foster its growth, and for this, disarmament is imperative. The audience went away with their own opinions, but all had a clearer picture of the historic changes that are occurring in Eastern Europe. The Gennan teaching assistant, a native West Gennan, said, "For me person- ally, it was interesting to hear the opinion of someone who lives in East Germany." She also said that she understood "his thoughts on West Gennany's attitudes," but she felt that because of the success of West Germany's system, West Germans "natu- rally want to help and offer creative advice." Page 2 THE PROFILE Friday, December 8, 1989 The Forum by Michelle Roberts It was Tuesday morning and I was getting ready for class. As I walked to the television to turn off "Donahue," 1 stopped suddenly. A picture of Eloise Lindsay flashed on the screen, with the word "Missing" beneath her smiling face. 1 stood there, unable to speak. I do not know Eloise personally. I was on Rep Council with her, and I have friends who are close to her; or course I saw her around the campus last year, just as 1 see the rest of our small community on a daily basis until I feel as if I know everyone. But seeing her face on the news was, to put it mildly, disturbing. Her situation became more real to me when I saw the note from the Dean of Students in my box. That kind of t hough tfulness made me realize what it means to be a part of a caring community like this one. For the next week, I watched the news religiously and read the newspaper accounts of "The Missing Hiker from Buckhead." I listened to rumors and speculations about Eloise eagerly, trying not to lose hope. I admit that, at first, 1 had an incredibly nauseating feeling that Eloise was dead. The previous week, I had been upset by the kidnapping of Connie Vance Krause, a Decatur woman who was found in the trunk of her car after her family had desperately covered the city with pictures of the missing woman. 1 followed her grim story with optimistic interest, only to hear the sickening news that she was dead. So at first I equated, in Eloise 's situation, the tact that she was missing with the inevitable conclu- sion of her death. But, as I noticed that her friends had not given up hope, I decided that, despite the odds, maybe Eloise was enough of a survivor to overcome the trail's dangers. When it rained, and then the temperatures dropped below freez- ing, I thought of Eloise, alone and perhaps injured in the woods, while 1 sat in my cozy warm room with my silly problems at a com- fortable distance. I had to consciously torce those negative images from my mind. The Monday that Eloise was found, 1 was on my way home for Thanksgiving. I hated to leave with the horrible, nagging thought that 1 didn't know if she was safe. How could I go home and give my selfish thanks when the search party had given up, and Eloise was utterly alone with the forces of nature, if she were alive? Then that night, a friend called from Atlanta to tell me she had been found, and that she was alive. How wonderfully ironic that the prayer service for her turned into joyful thanksgiving! The search for Eloise provided me the opportunity to examine many feelings about self and community. The miracle of her safe discovery provided me with one of the most memorable Thanksgiv- ings ever. I learned to be truly thankful. Rep Rap by Suzanne Tourville In these last tew weeks, Rep Council has been making plans tor spring. Projects started this fall will continue next semester. The recycling effort has been rethought by a subcommittee along with members of GAIA, Mortar Board, and Circle K. The result of these discissions s a decision to have bins placed in the dorms and other buildings for recyclable products. These bins will be emptied periodically by a local recycling company. Tins new process will serve to make recycling a more effective and efficient operation. In the spring, Rep plans to investigate recycling plastics. The need for more graduate School resources was also raised this fall. A subgroup worked with Dean Sims and faculty members. A pamphlet is being designed to alen students to the resources that are available in the Re- source Center. Further, an effort is being made to include information about scholarship and fellowship opportunities in the Campus Connection each week. GRE dates will also be noted in the Campus Connec- tion. The Resource Center has ordered graduate bulletins and catalogues rrom schools across the nation. These will be available in the Center Rep's goals in this area include networking with alums and a n tfdinating a student exchange oi materials. The issue of diversity on campus has Mm) K-cn discussed by Rep in light of the curricu- lum. Dr. Cathy Scott, who heads the suhcommittee of the Curriculum Committee to investigate this c - MM cm, spoke at a recent meeting. She expressed a desire for student input. v SH&&H-THtfte SCte* THfc NfelGHPORHOQP, mi! C7A0N, LETS 30 Time Traveler by Elizabeth Peryam "She's paranoid." Sheriff, about Eloise Lindsay. "Just because you're not paranoid doesn't mean they aren't out to get you." Folk wisdom. Interesting that a county sheriff feels qualified to pro- nounce a psychiatric diagnosis upon a perfect stranger. It the people in his county are so wonderful that crime is out of the question, why do they need a sheriff? I believe Eloise. The brave deer hunters turned our beloved sister into prey tor sport. Thank God she got away. In their game if you get away and talk about it, you're "paranoid." It you don't, you just may be raped and dead. One of the weapons of the patriarchy is to state or imply that women are insane, especially those of us who refuse to submit to their control, or escape from it as Eloise did. If we can be convinced we are crazy, it gives them power over us. Males are raised in this culture to be aggressive. The vestigial frontier spirit, conflict, and dominance still prevail in their world. According to the polarity the church has set up, the feminine role is to bring forth, nurture and sustain life, the masculine is to destroy it. Instead of learning that we are all one humanity, together and interde- pendent, boys are carefully taught contempt for all things feminine. The less like a woman they can become, the more "manly" they are. This means forsaking love, caring, compassion, and tears and instead steeling themselves to kill the enemy. Alas, when they no longer have a war to fight or a wilderness to conquer, when they have no power outside their home, then women and children become the enemy. Women's shelters burst at the seams with those who live a losing, bruising battle married to a "real man." Only one out of ten rapes get reported because the enemy also rules the police stations and the courtrooms* Entire families arc abandoned into poverty because the father lacks strength of character enough to handle the responsibility. The macho man is obsolete. The most toxic substance upon the earth today is testosterone. It is responsible for more death, suffering and destruction of the environment th, in any other. It need not be so, however. The selfish, heartless American male is a result of the masculine myst ique, summed up in "Roys will be boys," which dictates a hands-ofil way of raising them. But with the proper attention, even male children can be civilized. To rewrite a Willie Nelson song, "Mamas, don't let your cowboys grow up to be babies." a THE PROFILE I The hvlependent Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott College ES ^ e Pltifik is published biweekly throughout the academic year. The views expressed in the editorial section are those of the author and do not necessarily 1 1 represent the views of the student body, faculty, or administration. Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Burger Associate Editor Michelle Roberts Copy Editor Kristin Lemmerman News Editor Laura Shaeffer Features Editor Amy Lovell Asst. Features Editor Kristin Lemmerman Arts and Entertainment Editor Jean Wilson Photography Editor Barbie Stitt Business Manager Laura Williams Advertising Manager Pamela Muse Circulation Manager Wendy Schul: The Profile Agnes Scott College Box 764 Decatur, GA 30030. Printed by Chapman Press, Atlanta, GA Editor's Note: The Profile always welcomes comments, criticism, and suggestions. Letters to the Editor should be signed, typed d< >uble-spaced, or on disk and submitted to Box 764. Names will be withheld upon request. Friday, December 8, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 3 Letters To The Editor Tip of the Hat to Food Service Dear Editor: Your food service department is outstanding. There are many unsung heroes on this campus, both academic and non- academic. Hourly employees perform marvelously as a part of the staff. The physical plant depart- ment, for example, through services like landscaping and painting to custodial services, has surmounted the negative image of servitude. The staff has actually built the morale and esteem of many Agnes Scott students, creating an "I'm okay, you're okay" campus rela- tionship. This u tip of the hat" goes to Patricia Heyl's food service department. Her seven-days-a- week operation is similar to ''pit- stops" during the Indianapolis 500. I'm talking about students, staff, even other hourly employ- ees who come in Evans Hall completely zonked out, only to be greeted, served, and to come out rejuvenated. This treatment seems to carry them throughout the rest of their day or at least until the next meal. Maybe that's partially why the student body is requesting longer dinner hours. The staff is friendly, helpful, and cordial. Notice how the people go into our cafeteria or snack bar line and come out of it as if they received a soul vac- cination or something. What a wonderful crew! Sincerely, Kim Armstrong by Lea Widdice and Heather Kelley On Thursday, November 30th, Rep Council Diversity Forum sponsored a program of Native American sound by Loy Johnson. Johnson shared a number of sounds, including chants, drums, a singing temple bowl, and silence. To start the program, Johnson blessed the group by burning incense for each participant. She then called the spirits of the universe with an offering of cornmeal. Her first chant was a welcom- ing call to those spirits. One student said the chant made her long for the outdoors, while another saw images of wild horses running through fields. Next she demonstrated a chant using a rattle to symbolize, with a heartbeat rhythm, the unification of the group. The sounds reminded some students of journeys they had taken to the American West. Clarification Needed Dear Editor: I was concerned to read in the article on the Investigation by the Justice Department in the November 1 7 issue of The Profile that I had refused to discuss the issue, claiming that I could not do so because the investigation was in process. As a matter of fact, I did talk with Debbie Strickland, one of the writers of the article, about this matter some weeks ago. Later, Renee Dennis, whose name also appears in the byline for the article, asked for my comments, and I sent word that I had already been interviewed. I hope this explanation clarifies what apparently was a misunder- standing. Sincerely, Ruth Schmidt Set The Record Straight Dear Editor, In the "Time Traveler" column in the November 17 issue it was stated as scientific fact that "human embryos are invariably female up to a certain point in their development, when an u x" chromosome breaks to create an aberration, a u y" or male chromosome." This statement is, from a scientific point, incorrect. To set the record straight, X and Y chromo- somes are two separate entities in the human genome, and a Y The final instrument Johnson shared was the quartz crystal bowl. This instrument was a large, smooth white bowl which, when rubbed, filled the room with deep, rich tones. Student reactions to this instrument varied. Some thought it sounded like a bomb scare; for others it resembled a calling bell. It was suggested that the sound would be an effective way to gather people for convo- cation. To many, the tones seemed to be coming from different parts of the room. Johnson then used the bowl for overtone chanting. She chanted long tones while playing the bowl. Many listeners felt these were more soothing sounds than those of the bowl alone. As a final exercise, members of the group experimented with their bodies' natural electromag- netic fields using a special brass wand. The wand contained an incomplete circuit attatched to a small light which was located (male) chromosome is in no way less worthy than an X (female) chromosome. Every human has 46 chromosomes, two of which are sex chromosomes. The male has an X and a Y, while the female has two X chromosomes. The genotype of an individual is established as soon as the sperm fertilizes the egg and it remains unchanged throughout the individual's lifetime. During the first few weeks of development, however, a fetus is undifferenti- ated tissue. During this time it is under the control of the mother's female hormones, although this does not mean that all embryos are female. An embryo with an X and a Y chromosome is still genetically a male. The differences in their chromosomal make-up does not render either sex as superior or inferior, they are just different. Haven't we learned in the past year here at Agnes Scott to celebrate our differences, and to not condemn others for being different. 7 Let's practice what we preach!! Using scientific fact to support one's views is perfectly acceptable. In attempting to support an opinion that has no basis in reality, however, Miss Peryam has twisted the facts in such a way that they support her views. This is a very poor excuse for journalism, as well as insulting to the educated students who read this paper. I would suggest consulting an appropriate text book before stating feminist doctrine as under the wand's crystal tip. Johnson held the top portion of the wand while her neighbor held the bottom end. When the entire group held hands in a circle, the electric circuit was completed, causing the light to illuminate the crystal. The evening was soothing and relaxing for all the partici- pants. Johnson began pursuing her music at the age of forty. At the time she was a grade school teacher, but she left that field to follow her musical interests at Florida State University and then in Atlanta under the tutelage of a Native American. Johnson's personal experi- ence with Native American music began in her childhood, when she was taught a chant by a Native American man who visited her fourth grade class. She still uses that chant in her programs today. She is now a practicing sound therapist working out of her studio in Decatur. scientific fact, for someone is bound to notice the mistakes. Respectfully submitted, Bettina Gyr Freedom of Speech at Others ' Expense Dear Students, During the past two months, we have had article after article appearing in The Profile attack- ing one another's beliefs. We become outraged when our beliefs are attacked, yet we turn right around and attack someone else's. Since we live in a country where we are supposed to have freedom of speech, it seems to me that we should exercise that freedom, but not at the expense of others. If our beliefs clash with someone else's, I don't feel that we should criticize them or make false accusations against them or their beliefs. As a Christian, I believe that I should stand up for what I believe in and be able to support that belief. However, I do not feel that I have the right to tell the non-Christian, the Buddhist, or the Atheist that they are wrong, nor do I have the right to criticize them for what they are putting their faith in. I have really felt like a mem- ber of a minority having my rights infringed on these past few months. I was especially outraged at an article that appeared in The Profile's November 17th issue. The God that I believe to be the only true God was viciously attacked. The thing that bothered me was that one of the evidences used to criticize my God is not even true. The article said, "God must have changed Its mind about who came first, because human embryos are invariably female up to a certain point in As the old saying goes, we have some good news and some bad news this issue. The bad news is that on November 18, a car parked in the Walters parking lot had its trunk broken into; on Novem- ber 25, a car was broken into but nothing was taken while another car that same date was stolen. With this rise in activity, surveillance was conducted on the Walters and Candler parking areas and on November 28, the surveillance proved to be productive. While observing the activity around the Walters and Candler parking areas Tuesday morning, two subjects were pursued after attempting to break into a car. their development, when a V chromosome breaks to create an aberration, a V or a male chromosome." As a biology major here at Agnes Scott, I immediately realized this was incorrect. A "y" chromosome starts out as a u y" chromosome just as a "x" chromosome starts out as a u x." God is NOT confused. He has created us in His own images and has given us a way to reproduce both male and female offspring. I respect the fact that the author of this article wants to stand up for her beliefs, but I would appreciate it if my beliefs didn't have to be put down for this to be accom- plished. Sincerely, Candy Woodard Where Did New Hampshire Go? Dear Editor: Having always been a student of maps and geography, I read with interest your article about the Gallup geography test in a recent copy of The Profile. Shortly after the start of school the Admissions Office, or some other college offfice, published a sheet giving information about the new freshman class. They gave a break down of the states [the students] came from by section of the country. They listed New Hampshire in the Middle Atlantic states! That is something that is taught in the sixth grade. How can people know about foreign countries when they don't even know the states of their own country? Sincerely, R.V. Lanford, M.D P.S. I am sure the girl from New Hampshire got her feelings hurt because so august an institution did not know where her home state was located. One suspect was later taken into custody. At this writing we are still trying to locate one of the perpetrators while the second is being housed at the Dekalb County Jail. Investigation continues regarding the involve* ment of these subjects in the other related incidents. On Monday evening, December 4, at 7:00 p.m., a meeting was set up for officers to discuss with Volkswagen owners. Volkswagens are our highest target for vehicle thefts which is proven through the recent activity and past statistics. These statistics hold not only in our area but the Metro Atlanta area as well. Loy Johnson Shares Sounds, Soothes Audience Public Safety News Page 4 THE PROFILE Friday, December 8, 1989 The Sky is Falling? by Kate Simpkins You may ask what kind of life- harming effects could possibly stem from a little can of hair- spray or a refrigerator. For that matter, what do they even have in common? The answer lies in the huge "hole" in our atmosphere which hangs like a bomb over the Earth. As a part of the Discovery Lecture Series, a film and lecture by Dr. F. Sherwood Rowland of the University of California were shown. The presentation, entitled "The Sky is Falling," was designed to bring more environ- mental awareness into our everyday concerns. Over the past years, Rowland has been involved with execut- ing several experiments across the globe. These experiments, conducted in many remote areas, are part of an investigation into the various effects of harmful gas concentration in our atmosphere. It is impossible to ignore the fact that over the last ten years, the concentration of these gases has undergone drastic changes. Some ot these changes are due to natural sources of gases, such as methane. However, the burning of coal, gas, and the destruction ot our natural forests are also respon- sible for a great amount ot change. Chloroflourocarbons released from aerosol cans and retngerants are continuously eat mg away at a very vital portion of the atmosphere. Regardless of whether people are aware of the problem, in several places around the Earth, there is a growing absence of ozone in the upper atmosphere. This ozone absorbs harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun. As Rowland said, u The loss of 15% of the ozone layer can have very serious effects; it's not necessary to lose the whole amount." In the question and answer session following the filmed lecture, one student asked a common question: "What are the effects?" The foremost effect will be the increased tempera- ture in the stratosphere. All species that are sensitive to these intense and hannful radiations will be subject to skin cancer and cataracts, among other effects. Rowland responded to another question concerning actions being taken by various organizations and by the governments ot the world. There are already enforced bans on certain gas emissions in Canada, the United States, Norway, and Sweden. Rowland suggests a world- wide 50% reduction by the end of this year. He also commented on the various efforts to find solutions to the problem, saying "substitutes [are] the answer." But the main reason for this presentation, as one student pointed (nit, was to answer the question: ul What can I do?" Rowland insists on better energy efficiency. With an average 7% loss of ozone around the world, he sums up the problem with a few words and a famous quote from John Donne: "What we have here is a global problem. 4 No man is an island."' ON "THE SQUARE IN DECATUR MOM - S AT (MONDAY - FRlOAyJ) ' (MON - 5AT ) (TUES.- 5AT^ 9 V HOUR a^RtAKFAST OR LUNCH PLACE- I E COURT SQUARE. DLCA1UR, GA 300 370 1U1 SQUARE g FRIES OR sof r ORlNK WITH MAlNl HENU PURCHASE' GOOD TwROO 11 JO 59 I 5/ALAD5 ! r deli/ GRILL" - ----I fees? i \^ YOUR SECOND I ENTREE OF EjQUAL. ! OR LESSER V4LUEJ | \coopo\ M COOO TMRDO U JO 09 I Interdorm Sponsors Forum on Stealing in Walters by Julie Darnell On November 15 a special torum was held in the lobby of Walters to discuss the problem of stealing within that donn. People from whom items had been stolen were encouraged to attend, as well as anyone con- cerned with the thefts that had occurred. Dean Hudson addressed the group, as did the president of Interdorm, Teresa Ramirez. Sergeant Scott was present to answer any questions directed towards Public Safety. Dean Hudson pointed out that although a variety of articles had been stolen, money was taken most often. Because money is difficult to trace, it has been difficult to apprehend the person responsible for the thefts. In order to catch someone who has stolen money, more complex measures must be taken, such as the use of video cameras or a special ultraviolet powder. Dean Hudson also stated that stealing within the freshman dorms is not uncommon, particularly before Black Cat when financial pressures are high. She added that it is "an adjustment for folks to come to the honor system." She went on to point out that stealing rarely occurs within the dorms predominantly housing sophomores, juniors, and seniors. She urged students to continue locking their doors until the winter term ends and start fresh in the spring. If stealing still persists, stronger actions will be taken. Teresa Ramirez stressed that the main purpose of the forum was to get opinions on the problem from the residents of Walters. She stated that Interdorm wanted to see "what we can do to make this better" and had held the forum "to hear what everyone had to say." Residents of Walters voiced their frustration about the stealing. Suzanne Tourville voiced the general opinion: "I'm getting really frustrated right now everything is a risk," and went on to state that thefts were not limited to dorm rooms but had spread to the laundry room and kitchens as well. The effects stealing has on the honor system was discussed. Sidra Bennett stated, "I really resent the fact that one or two people are screwing up the whole thing." Several people suggested that perhaps the threat of Interdorm was not enough to prevent people from stealing. It was decided that in Inter- donn's efforts not to frighten the incoming students, they were unclear on how serious Interdorm cases are. It was pointed out that if a student was caught stealing she would be asked to leave. With a dismissal from a college for stealing on a record, it would be difficult to be admitted to another college or to obtain a job. Dean Hudson stated that "the price you pay with Honor C taurt, for an (a manned on page 5) Lindsay's Safe Return (continued from page I ) Eloise's, remarked that she felt angry and frustrated that the search was called off when there was still a chance of finding her. The next Monday started out as a sad day. Another prayer meeting was scheduled for 4:30 that afternoon. Hope was falling as friends began to realize just how long Eloise had been out in the woods in freezing tempera- tures. It was still hard to believe that it would end like this. Then, at around 2:00 Monday afternoon, a call came into Dean Hudson's office where she was in a meeting with the presidents of Interdorm, SGA, and Honor Court. Within minutes, the bell in Main was ringing. For the people who heard the bell, most everyone's first thought was "It's Eloise." Stephanie Wallace '91 relates what happened in her class after the bell rang: "There was total silence. We thought that it must be something about Eloise. There was a lot of fear and apprehension as we wondered: Is she alive. 7 " The students who were in Main were greeted minutes later by a jubilant Dean Hudson and Karen Anderson mnning through the halls as they exclaimed: "They found her! Eloise is alive!" Feu the people who were not in Main and could not hear the bell, the news was carried one way or another until the whole campus knew. Classes were dismissed and meetings were quickly ended as everyone looked for someone to hug. Dean Hudson remarked on the overwhelming sense of relief that everyone felt. "I did not realize how worried I was until she was found. Then it was like a flood of joy!" Katie Pattillo '90 said that her being found was "better than Christmas." At 4:30 pan. the campus again joined together in prayer, this tune in thanks as the media, com- plete with cameras and notepads, watched us eelehr.it e her safe return. Dean Hudson related that Eloise was awake, coherent, and was going to be fine. Over the days as the details of her ordeal were covered in the newspapers and television, some people were offended by the me- dia's portrayal of her. One stu- dent resented the picture that the media had painted as a sensation- alist distortion. Eloise, however, had only gcx)d things to say when she came to the tree-trimming party Wednes- day, November 28 to put the star on the tree. She remarked on how grateful she felt that the campus had been so supportive of her and had cared so much. She also said that she wanted to thank the campus for believing in her. We Look Forward To Seeing You Unisex Salon West Ponce Place Shopping Center Corner of Ponce Pi a Swtnton Way 377-9004 Free Parking Friday, December 8, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 5 fFfEiArrpRpfs German Experts Comment on Impact of Wall's Destruction by Kristin Lemmerman The situation in the Soviet- bloc countries of East Germany and Czechoslovakia is shocking, to say the least. After 28 years of being separated by a wall, mass protests in the former country finally tore down the barriers to moving freely between the two Germanys. Suddenly some of the biggest, most drastic political changes this side of 1950 are taking place all over the bloc. On our own campus are many faculty, students, and staff who have reason to be concerned about what happens in these countries, being either German themselves or German scholars. They see the problems in East Germany's economy as it is opened up to the West: subsidized clothing, food, and housing are already feeling the pressures of increased demand. To keep them from becoming completely unavailable, the East German government last week declared that only East Genmans could purchase subsidized goods, excluding westerners from these "bargains." Employment, guaranteed in Communist countries under the right to work principle, will cease to be guaranteed. East Germany was suffering from overemploy- ment; with an opening of the economy, companies will have to cut extra people to be on a com- petitive level with Western firms. Another serious problem will be creating a convertible currency: According to the Christian Science Monitor, while the exchange rate for marks East (mks. E.) to marks West (mks. W.J had been forced to be 1:1; on the black market one mk. W. is worth from 10 mks. E. to 20 mks. E.. Obviously, bringing mks. E. towards their real value is going to be an exercise in inflation. As Dr. Gunther Bicknese said, however, the East German government will most likely compensate for dropping subsidies and raising inflation by paying the people who really need more social aid for example, the elderly, and people who cannot work. Aside from economic problems, the serious pollution problem in East Germany must be addressed. Ursula Booch, a former East German resident, pointed out that "pollution," as a word, did not previously exist in this country's vocabulary. As a result, said Bicknese, East Germany was still using soft coal as a primary source of fuel, leading to air pollution. Most East German cars are of inefficient design as well, or are ancient, causing even more air pollution. Both lead to acid rain. The forests not only within East Germany but also surrounding it are in danger of being eaten away by acid. The water supply of both Germanys is also contaminated by this pollution and another, more devastating form of degrada- tion. Bicknese shares knowledge of this form, passed to him from a recent visiting scholar: East Germany, in the recent past, used to take West German contami- nated waste into their own country in exchange for the hard currency. Some of this waste, stored near Lubeck, was radioac- tive. After a few rains, part of the waste seeped into the groundwa- ter supply and ran back into West Germany. (The irony in this extremely hazardous situation should be evident.) Take a Look at the Lighter Side of Exam Week Hell by Amy Lovell is exam week encroaching upon you too quickly? Are you dreading finishing those seven papers due on "Reading Morn- ing"? It is always necessary this time of year to dispel common myths surrounding final exams. Myths about studying: 1 ) You can study by osmosis. It has been proven by experiment that it is simply impossible to absorb any useful information from a textbook by sleeping with it under your pillow. 2) Tea helps you study. Herbal tea, although it tastes yummy and helps warm a chilly evening, will not increase your ability to retain large quantities of facts. An exception to this is the essay exam: a few herbs and a severe lack of sleep (perhaps augmented by a touch of alcohol) may stand to improve your ability to present "new and interesting" insights into old problems. 3) You can get finished by Reading Day. 9:00 a.m. on "reading day" (also known this tall as "reading morning") is when everything you haven't finished must be complete and cogent. If you haven't finished that 62 page paper on "The Importance of Something Important," well, then you can just forget studying anything else (including the exam for that class) until it is turned in to the dean of the College. Myths about taking exams: 1 ) You can take all your exams in one day. If you have six exams or more, it really isn't feasible to take them all in ONE exam period. Think about it: consider- ing the time necessary to stand in line for the first exam, receive the envelope, take it to the second floor, open it, pledge your name, seal the envelope, and return it, you probably won't be able to take more than four more. In this case, you should allow yourself at least two days to take your exams. A note of caution, though: walking into the room and out again within halt the hour usually perturbs your fellow students to a very high degree. You really should avoid exam rooms frequented by students of the fine arts, humanities, languages or literatures, sciences, social sciences, or maths. 2) You can't do anything during an exam. Although Honor Court has established firm and fast rules for what you cannot do during exams (talk, chew gum, eat, drink, etc.), privileges are not explicity stated. You should realize your vast array of choices in exam period activities. It is nowhere stated that you cannot turn cartwheels on the halls in Buttrick, as long as you are quiet about it. A good rule to follow is "less exertion, less disturbance." For example, you are allowed to doodle on the scratch paper. If you should produce some great artwork, any When you feel the need to escape from Letitia Pate. . . ^ Sandwiches # Salads*Soups - Chili* Z AppetizersDinner Specials*Dessert We are also a great retreat for study breaks (or studying) away from the campus. Take-Out Available Conveniently located in the Old Decatur Train Depot at the corner of N. Candler Road & College Avenue. Entertainment Wednesday-Sunday Nights 378-5365 understanding professor would return it to you after grading the exam. Sneezing is also permit- ted, and can be done in such a way to vent many frustrations about the exam in progress (completely unbeknownst to others around you). Myths about the holiday break: 1 ) I will catch up on my sleep. Oh, please, you make me laugh. We all know the luxury of vacation is to stay up late when you don't have to. 2) I will go on a diet. Again, you make me laugh. If you honestly think after eating dining hall food for a sememster, you can get away and NOT eat, you must be deluding yourself. Stealing (continued from page 4) academic person, is extremely high." The forum stressed that in order to end the stealing, students must watch for suspicious behav- ior. Also, students must make sure that they till out a report if something is stolen from their room. According to Ramirez, "The courts can only punish for what has been reported." Suggestions for handling the problem of stealing can be submitted to Public Safety. Reports will be sent to Interdorm and Honor Court. One wonders how the Com- munist Party managed to get away with such atrocities for so long. Bicknese responds that the need to finally reach a solution for fixing pollution was a driving force in beginning protests against the government. Indeed, Bicknese is sure that dealing with pollution will be one of the major concerns of any new party that runs for office in that country. Jutta Sieger is inclined to agree with Dr. Bicknese 's pollution stand. However, she also feels very strongly that other moving forces were the desire to be able to stop feeling like a prisoner in one's own home, and to have more than one box to check on an election ballot. As a resident of Bonn, West Germany, she knows of the dramatic contrast between the brightness, the traffic of West Berlin, visible from East Berlin high-rise windows just on the other side of the Berlin Wall. As to the future, attitudes vary. Bicknese asserted that the movements for reform in both East Germ, my and Czechoslova- kia have gone too far to be turned. Moreover, the government can see that not just students and intellectuals are urging change, but laborers are also involved, as they never were in China. This was a factor that made it easier tor the Chinese government to repress dissidents. Also unlike the Chinese situation, German laborers knew what was happening because there had been no Western information cutoff. East Ger- mans today watch West German television just as they have done for years. Sieger is less certain, claiming not to be excited about recent developments. Her disbelief in them is evident as she says, "I am still watching ... all these years nothing happened." And what of the idea of East and West Germany reunifying. 7 She looks shocked. u It would take years," she finally concedes. First, economic imbalances would have to be solved. Then one country would have to leave the Warsaw Pact, or the other leave NATO. That, in itself, "makes it almost impossible, at least for now," although so much has happened in the recent past that nobody can be sure. It does, Sieger says, "seem more possible than ever before." HELP WANTED Easy Work! Excellent Pay! Assemble products at home. Call for information. 504/641-8003 Ext. 2193. Open 7 Days Page 6 THE PROFILE Friday, December 8, 1989 lA|Rfry^1(&l (e^1(t|e1(r|t1^|T]^|^1(e^I(tI Blackfriars Offer a Beastly Time in Beautiful Production by Jean Wilson Even amid the end of the semester crunch, the Blackfriars managed to put on an admirable performance of Beauty And The Beast. The production, which is aimed at children, was an enchanting escape even for people over four foot two. Directed by Julia Grecol, the production included the talents of several non-Agnes Scott students. Elbert Morris played the sea captian who brings bad news to the Countess. Mr. Morris's sea captain was imposing but gentle. The beast was also played by a non-ASCer, Eddie Garrett. Mr. Garrett was a convincing Beast as he strode across the stage roaring heartily. Towards the end, Mr. Garrett displayed a tenderness that would melt even the coldest of hearts. Jennifer Peluso was innocent and loving, as the character Beauty should be. She seemed to fit the role and effortlessly smiled and beamed through her lines. Beauty's family was portrayed by Chrissie Lewandowski as the Countess, Annmarie Anderson and Mary Ann Athens as sisters Lorraine and Melinda, and Matt Silliman as Rubin, Beauty's brother. The portrayal of the family was amusing and touching at times. Miss Athens and Miss Anderson were perfectly nasty and petty as Beauty's older sisters. Miss Lewandowski displayed motherly concern over her family's situation. The protective brother, as portrayed by Mr. Silliman, was a fine performance. The Page, Sarah Fisher, introduced each scene and explained different aspects of the production to the audience. Miss Fisher's role helped capture the children's interest. Also capturing the interest of the audience were the deaf-mute servants of the Beast. Played by Re nee Cox and Teri Grossi, the mutes not only fulfilled their roles as the servants to the Beast, but they also changed the scenery from scene to scene. The set itself was ingeniously designed so that a minimum amount of work was necessary to change the scenes. Three large triangular posts helped define the location of the action. In addition, the set consisted of pull-out bushes and garden paths, one of which displayed the fabled rose bush. Although preparing for the peculiar tastes and short atten- tion spans of children could not have been an easy task, the cast of Beauty and the Beast seemed up to the challenge. The cast was not thrown by the comments from the audience or the laughter and incessant whisperings of the children. Instead, the cast slowed their lines and raised their voices so that the play could continue. In the end the children were delighted and the cast seemed thankful that they had enter- tained these difficult critics. 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As the group sang, the audience relaxed and was whisked away by the beauty of the sound emanating from the group. Although the Songs were not traditional ones, the audience enjoyed the pieces and was quickly invested with the energy of the Tallis Scholars and the Christmas spirit as well. The group's dedication and purity are astounding. They have limited themselves in size and in time period. As a result of limiting themselves in size, the group produces exquisite music. By limiting themselves according to time period, the group has managed to concen- trate on the masters of the period as well as lesser- known composers of the 16th century. The audience left the autitorium humming songs which they had, perhaps, never heard before: The performance was the perfect way to begin celebrating the Christmas season through music. Theirs will be a hard act to follow. Annual Christmas Party Spreads Holiday Cheer class to the party later in the evening. Partygoers ate chicken wings and Christmas cookies while sipping punch and eggnog. In between munching, the partieis danced and posed for the photographer. As the evening progressed, several people. even chose to dance to the music which the jazz band had been playing throughout the evening. The fourth Agnes Scott Christmas Party proved a fun evening tor all who attended. The event helped spur on the Christmas spirit in spire of impending exams. by Julia Davidson and Stephanie Strickland For the fourth year in a row, students, faculty, staff and sig- nificant others of the aforemen- tioned enjoyed the Agnes Scott Christmas Party. Among the many surprises of the evening was Santa Claus. Dr. Carey, Agnes Scott's new Bible and religion professor, did a wonderful portrayal of Santa. The songs which Joyful Noise sang during the party were inspirational. Their rendition of "Go Tell It On The Mountain" was chilling. London Fog's satiny sound added a touch of AmnestyEtches Memory of Summer's Tragedy by Jean Wilson Do you remember what happened during the summer.' it was a big event. Think hard. To ensure that we do nor forget the tragedy of Tienanmen Square, Amnesty International USA has arranged an exhibit. The exhibit is simply named, 'The China Exhibit-Images of Tienanmen Square Hope and Tryanny." The exhibit consists of a series of photographs taken by Jim Galloway from the Atlanta journal and Constitution and Eugene Richards from Magnum Photos, Inc., New York. The images are stark. They are frightening. They are grim. They display the reality of the students and the civilians caught in the emotion and hope which ended in a massacre. Mr. ( ralloway's photos con- centrate on the events in Tienanmen square. Mr. Richard's photos portray the mood of the citizens in the countryside during the period after the military crackdown. Both photographers donated their works for this exhibit. The exhibit will only be running for a short time. It is important that the memory of the events in China remain etched in our brains. If we forget, we run the risk of allowing such behavior to go unpunished and unscorned. Appointments must be made to see the exhibit. Call 876- 5661 and speak with Judi Horn to arrange to see the exhibit. It will be running through Feburary 4, 1990, excluding December 22-January 3. Friday, December 8, 1989 THE PROFILE Page 7 \mms\ m (EiNmEmrriArnN^ Calendar of Events Art Exhibits The High Museum of Art Continuing Exhibits: Through January 7, 1990, "Land Of the Deepest Shade, Photographs Of The South By John McWilliams." "Art In Berlin 181 5^1989," an Atlanta exclusive, an extensive collection of works showing the response of the artists to a changing Berlin. The High Museum at Georgia Pacific Center Continuing Exhibits: "Vanish- ing Presence," through January 3, 1990, and U A Lasting Impression: The Daguerreotype in America," through February 23, 1990. Plays Academy Theatre Currently Performing: A Christmas Carol through Decem- ber 24, 1989. Two-for-one rush tickets are avaliable one-half hour before curtain time. Performances on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The Alliance Theatre Currently Perfonning: Annie Get Your Gun through December 31,1989. Remember the songs, "Anything You Can Do I Can Do Better" and "You Can't Get A Man With A Gun". 7 Rush tickets are $9.50 on the day of the performance. Opening on January 6: Fences, by August Wilson. Returning: Driving Miss Daisy , with Mary Nell Santacroce, William Hall, Jr. and Al Hama- chercall 892-2414 for more Information. The Horizon Theatre Company Currently Presenting: Frankie And Johnny In The Clair De Lune, through January- 13, 1990. Thursday through Saturday, 8 p.m., Sundays 5 p.m.. Tickets are $10.00 and $12.00. Call 584- 7450 for more information. Theatre League Of Atlanta Opening on January 9: Peter Pan at the Fox Theatre, starring Cathy Rigby. Runs through January 14. Tickets range from $15.00 to $17.00 and are cur- rently on sale. The Neighborhood Playhouse Currently performing: My Three Angeb, Thursday through Saturday nights 8:00 p.m., Sundays at 2:00 p.m. A comic play where it is simpler to bum off Scrooge than convert him. Theatre Gael Opening December 8: A Child's Christmas In Wales, at the Mary Gray Monroe Theater in Dobbs University Center on Emory's Campus, Tuesday through Saturday 8:00 p.m., Sunday at 5:00 p.m. The Fox Theater Currently Presenting: Cats, through December 10. Call 881- 2000 for more information. A Historic Event: December 1 5, at 7:30 p.m., re-creation of the world premiere of Gone With the Wind. Tickets are on sale at the Fox box office only! Opening December 19: Rumors, A Farce by Neil Simon, through December 24- A 50% off coupon is avaliable at Big Star for performances on Tuesday and Wednesday, December 19 and 20, call 881-2000 for more information. Center Stage Presents: Black Nativity, by Langston Hughes, all seats $10.00 on December 16 at the 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. shows, otherwise tickets are $15.00, through December 24, on sale at Turtles. Southeastern Playwrights Project Presents at Manuel's Tavern, Joyce Leigh's Dorothy. Theatrical Outfit Currently Performing: Appala- cian Christmas: A Homecoming, through December 23, Wednes- day through Saturday at 8 p.m. Ticket prices are $8.00, Wednes- day through Thursday and $10.00, Friday and Saturday. Call 872-0665 for more informa- tion. Music Agnes Scott College The Agnes Scott College Glee Club will give their annual Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 10th at 2:00 p.m. in Gaines auditorium of Presser Hall. Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Christmas with Robert Shaw, featuring the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, More- house College Glee Club, and the Atlanta Boys Choir. Decem- ber 9th is the final night. Call 892-2414 for ticket information. Led by Robert Shaw, the ASO and Chamber Chorus will present the Christmas portion of Handel's Messiah, December 14- 16 8 p.m. The Atlanta Bach Choir The Choir's 1989 Christmas Concert will be performed at Druid Hills Presbyterian Church on Sunday, December 10, at 4 p.m. Tickets are avaliable at the door for an $8.00 donation. Dance The Atlanta Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker through December 30 at the Civic Center. Shows are at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.. Tickets are avaliable at all SEATS outlets. Miscellaneous A Sing-Along of Handel's Messiah Sunday will be held on December 10 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Luke's Episcopal Church. A Hallelujah party will follow in the parish hall. Musical scores are available at the door for $6.00. Call 873-5427 for further information. A Victorian Christmas at The Wren's Nest, December 10 from noon until 5 p.m. A $1 .00 The Little IsAermaid Provides a Little Wonder by Jean Wilson For those of you who are afraid to go to a Disney movie without a small child in tow, for shame; you will miss a movie which is worth watching. The new movie The Little Mermaid is worth the em harass- ment you might feel at asking for an adult ticket to an animated movie. Yes, it is a sappy fairy-tale with a prince, princess, bad witch, hokey ending and absoulutely no literary value whatsoever. So what . 7 The story is a delightful one and we all still enjoy a good fairy-tale. Even the most cynical of your friends will smile once during the movie if you take them to see it. The animation is skilfully done. There are no cuts in the movements of the characters. During the opening of the movie, the animators even managed to simulate the shimmery movement of water. The music, however, makes the movie. The voice of the little mermaid, Ariel, is pure and sweet. When the sea- witch sings it is bawdy and fun. Yet, surprisingly, the musical show- stealer is encased in a shell. The crab, Sebastian, is the most acclaimed composer in the Mer-Kingdom. His two num- bers, "Kiss The Girl" and "Under the Sea," were rejuve- nating. Imagine if you will a crab, accompanied by a calypso band composed of various fish and shellfish, singing a song and asking you to "'Sing with me now..." in a Jamacian accent. Sebastian is hilarious. Sebastian also steals other scenes. Having followed Ariel on land, he gets .lost in the Prince's castle. As the cook is preparing a seafood meal he discovers Sebastian. Naturally Sebastain escapes the butcher knife. The kitchen bears the brunt of the cook's fierce and destructive frustration. Everyone needs a dose of fantasy and fun in her life. After papers and other frustrations, you need to take a break from the reality we call Agnes Scott. This movie is* the perfect way to escape for a little while. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD PLAYHOUSE Cary Jackson, Tim Covington, and Michael Stacio star in My Three Angels at the Neighborhood Playhouse. donation is requested. Refresh- ments and entertainment will be provided. For more informa- tion call 753-7735. The Callanwolde Fine Arts Center Presents: November 28 through December 12. Christ- mas At Callanwolde shops, gallery, beautiful decorations and a courtyard cafe are among the attractions. Tickets are $5.00 before November 28, and $7.00 at the door. Six Flags Open Fridays and Saturdays until December 10, then open daily December 1 5 through the 31st, open until midnight New Year's Eve. During this time the park will present Christmas shows and Winter Sports. Ringling Brothers and Barnum Bailey present the Greatest Show on Earth at the Omni from Januarv 31 through February 11, 1990. Center for Puppetrv Arts Presents: Pinocchio. 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TO BECOME A ZENITH DATA SYSTEMS CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE, CALL OR VISIT: Please call Barbara Brennen your Zenith Data Systems Representative at 404-446-6170 ext. #34 Form No. 1351 988 THE PROFILE The Independent Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott College Volume 76, Issue 7 February 9, 1990 AGNES SCOTT "White Privilege" Defines Institutionalized Racism by Winnie Varghese "White Privilege," a lecture co-presented hy Dr. Beverly Guy-Sheftall, director of the women's research center at Spelman College, and Dr. Peggy Mcintosh, associate director at the Wellesley Center for Research on Women, was held on January 26 in the lower level of the Alston Campus Center. Dr. Mcintosh and Dr. Guy- Shettall had previously met with the President's Committee on Diversity and the Board of Trustees about the inclusion of gender, race and class studies in the Agnes Scott curriculum. Miriam Drucker, co-chair of the President's Committee on Diversity, stated in her introduc- tion that after hearing this presentation she realized that she did not know what it meant to be white. White privilege and institutionalized racism are fre- quently overlooked. Dr. Mcintosh, whose mother attended Agnes Scott, noted the change in the school's system of values, and during the course of her lecture explained why these changes should only be the starting point toward a goal of tnie diversity. She told of an incident involving male colleagues where the need for women's and non- whites' attitudes was acknowl- edged but then disregarded as impractical in a curriculum that was already full. "Full of what?" she asked. Racism goes beyond being "fair" or "nice"; those with less power view society more objectively than those whose view is jaded by their own power. Dr. Mcintosh called the myth of meritocracy, the idea that each person is bom equal and builds his or her own life, a fallacy. She said that individuals are weighed down by the privileges of birth, privileges that may not be desired but must be recog- nized. These "white privileges" are privileges she enjoys more PHOTO BY BARBIE STITT The sidewalk between Buttrick arid the library is an example of the surge of sinkholes running rampant across campus, perhaps even threatening the dignified floorboards of the Presidential home. Accident May Cause Buttrick Shrubbery to Die by Sarah Hawk An accident in which a 60-foot forklift spilled hydraulic oil in front of Buttrick Hall recently may cause most of the shrubbery and grass to turn brown and die, according to Agnes Scott Physi- cal Plant officials. Willie Warren, project director, said that while mainte- nance men were using a rented snorkel lift to reach and repair leaks in the roof of Buttrick Hall, one of the hydraulic lines which help operate the machine broke, spewing hydraulic oil over most of the bushes and grass in front of the building. "Trie hydraulic oil scattered on a good-sized area, but it looked worse than it was," he said. The spill occurred around 1 1:00 a.m. when most students were in class and no activity was evident in the area, Warren said. Clean-up efforts included washing off the hedges and grass and spreading kitty litter on a part of the sidewalk to absorb any remaining oil. Trenches made by the machine were also filled in, he said. Student gardener Talin Keyfer said in regard to the plants' survival that they are hoping for the best. Chances of the hydrau- lic oil killing the plants is especially high if rain pushes the oil down to the plants' roots. "A similar incident happened a year ago and the plants came back," said Keyfer, an art/architec- ture major. "We're praying the same thing happens." Warren said they began working on repairing campus buildings' roofs on a Friday. The accident occurred the following Tuesday, as they were sealing and caulking Buttrick which had a bad leak in Room 339. "It's difficult to work on buildings, some of which are 100 years old," he said. "The roofs are quite old and it's an ongoing process of repair." because of her skin color than because of her gender or class: positive media representa- tion not having to worry about educating her children about racism or worry about people's attitudes towards her children because of their race never having to speak for her entire race not having to worry if every negative situation has racial overtones the privilege to discuss white privilege or minority disavowment and not be seen as hostile. Dr. Guy-Sheftall addressed racism and white-skin privilege. Many of her students associate racism with violence and believe that they have never been its victim. However, after reading Dr. Mcintosh's paper "White Privilege," they recognize the racism inherent in society and their victimization. This is a racism so subtle that people have to be socialized to recognize it. She also urged feminist, white women to see the issues of race and class within the issues < >i gender. Feminists desire commonality and sisterhood, but Dr. Guy-Sheftall encourages feminists to note as well the individuality that class and race provide. She also encourages them to see that the minority women within their organizations and other campus organizations are comfortable within these groups, and to help them overcome their feelings of isolation and of beini? outnumbered. Dr. Guy-Sheftall outlined specific policy recommendations from "Black Women in Acade- mia, Issues and Strategies" by Yolanda Moses: The school should have a policy on racial harrassment including a definition of racial harrassment, counselling for victims, and other specified procedures, like the ones in use at Georgia Tech. Women of color should be ensured representative seats on governing boards. Long range policies should be established that increase the number of black women on the professional staff, fostering mentoring opportunities. Policies should be imple- mented that admit and graduate minority students in college. Dr. Guy-Sheftall describes most present curricula as West- ern, white and womanless, while the majority of the planet is populated by women of color. In the question and answer period that followed, several Agnes Scott students attested to their own feelings of isolation and frustration on this campus. Questions were also brought up concerning race and gender in the curriculum, and the diffi- culty of finding minority faculty. The lecturers agreed that mandatory courses in race and gender should be a part of the core -c u rr i c u 1 u m , the reby lightening the minority student's burden of having to represent her entire race. Dr. Guy-Sheftall claimed that many good minority professors are available, and any institution (continued on page 5) Inside Editorials Students disagree with Peryam Page 3 Features Pagans celebrate "Feast of the Bride' 1 Page 6 Arts and Entertainment Five Perceptions Page 10 Page 2 THE PROFILE Friday, February 9, 1990 The Forum Share the Wealth by Jennifer Hunt Burger At SGA's recent student forum, the issue of indexed scholarships was brought up yet again. As one of those students who are dependent on scholarships to finance a college education, I have never understood the reasoning behind the current policy. Like many others, my decision to attend Agnes Scott was largely based on the scholarship I was offered. Unfortunately, the ad- ministration neglected to inform me that, while tuition would increase substantially during my four years at Scott, my scholarship would remain the same. An option that was mentioned at the meeting was tuition freezing. Before the crucial selection of a college, a student would be quoted a tuition that would remain unchanged until her gradu- ation. Her scholarship would remain the same as well. If Agnes Scott adopted this sensible and pro- gressive policy, fewer students would find it nec- essary to transfer due to financial problems. As it now stands, the reality of fixed scholarships with "flexible" tuition is not articulated to most in- coming freshmen, and the increased burden of our private education literally hits home. This blatant oversight needs to be addressed. The implementation of a tuition freeze would still allow the administration to raise tuition, but it would give students a fair shot at deciding whether or not they can really afford good ole ASC! Rep Rap by Karen Anderson During the tall retreat of 1989, Rep i bunc il members expressed a concern over the lack of student involvement in programs ( m campus which actively promote diversity. The Council came to a general consensus on the need for the Student Government Assoc ia- Eton to begin exploring different possibilities for student-sponsored diversity programs. Out or this discussion, the Social and Environmental Awareness Committee was formed, a Rep Council sub- committee which deals with special interests not traditionally handled within student govern- ment. The tirst goal set tor the Committee by Rep Council was to have one Ji\ ersity program sponsored by the Student Government Association each semester, to be known as the St iA Diversity Fonims The first program in the fall featuring Lov Johnson was considered a great success by the members of Rep Council and all those who attended. The second Diversity Forum, which was held on February 8, took a more double-barreled approach to promoting a greater seilse oi openness and outreach among the campus community. Rep Council and the Office of Student Activities worked together to sponsor two showings of "Festival of the Fisherman," performed by Extensions of African Dance Alliance. The dance troupe was presented by Young Audiences of Atlanta, Incorporated. The program was held at Rentroe Middle School, giving members of the Agnes Scott Community an opportunity to learn more about another culture while becoming better acquainted with our adopted school. We hope that the SGA Diversity Forums will become an integral part of Rep Council's agenda and expand to involve all organization^ of the Student C ovemment Assoc iati< >n. NICE WORK, JOAN OFARC! TOO EAP YOU'LL NEVER PURPLE HEART.. Time Traveler A Valentine for "All Those Wonderful Men" by Elizabeth Peryam This column is a valentine for all those wonderful men in the world whom I ignored last issue in my anger at Eloise Lindsay s treatment. You are loved. And all of you, my sisters, please know that every word 1 write is written out of love for you, s< i that you don't in your innocence let your hard-won rights and p< m ers be taken away. When last seen, Time Trav- eler had made her45,783,659th mistake. She is getting better at it. None of the previous ones were distributed to everyone all across the campus. Those of you who wrote in can take consolation in the fact that I can't hurt t rod. I, too, am a Christian, if that can be so simple as believ ing in Jesus. It 'is just that such a patriarchal crust has immobilized the true meaning ot the Mam Man and threatens the very quality of our lives. We live in such a logical, orderly Universe. Let's apply the laws of logic to our perception of God. (Hold on to your hats, she's talking chromosomes again.) A female chromosome can be described as XX and a male as XY. Disregarding the tact that the most violent criminals have a YY chromosome, approxi- mately 75% of human chromo- somes are the X chromosome. Assuming that we are made in the image of Cod, and that 75% of the qhromosanaes are female, where did the concept of a male god come from? The fact is that God far transcends the merely male. And the merely female, too. But by giving our power over to a Him, we identify males with God, leaving us out and giving males godlike power. Beware. My assessment of the Ameri- can male was pretty accurate. Read the statement by The Chicago Men's Gathering, "We deplore the rigid and destruc- tive traditional masculine role which demands ot us that we be tough, aggressive and competi- tive, that we suppress our emotions and become insensi- tive to the feelings of ot hers, and that we 'prove our man- hood' by dominating and intimidating others, sometimes through violence." Almost word f< >i w< >rd what I said. But men are changing. These guys go on to s,i\ "We are committed to freeing men from the destructive impact of this stereotyped role." But until they get all men freed, please don't go out in the W0< ids alone, Ladies. I don't hate men, by the way. If I did, I'd have given up my research long ago. If you have any questions about my sources, you can call me, Meantime, 1 wish you love. AGNES SCOTT THE PROFILE The hulependent Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott College The PtQ$k IS published biweekly throughout the academic year. The views expressed in the editorial section are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of the student body, faculty, or admmistrat ion. Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Burger Associate Editor Michelle Roberts Copy Editor Kristin Lemmerman News Editors Laura Shaeffer, Erika Stamper Features Editor Angie Tacker Asst. f eatures Editor Kristin Lemmerman Arts and Entertainment Editor Jean Wilson Photography Editor Barbie Stitt Business Manager Laura Williams Advertising Manager Pamela Muse Circulation Manager Wendy Schul: The Profile Agnes Scott College Box 764 Decatur, GA 30030. Printed by Chapman Press, Atlanta, GA I Ifcori NOW The Profile always welcomes comments, criticism, and suggestions. Letters to the Editor should be NgAed, typed double-spaced, or on disk and submitted to Box 764. Names will be withheld upon request. I Friday, February 9, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 3 Letters To The Editor Oversteps Boundary of Good Taste Dear Editor, We are writing regarding the December 8 column by Elizabeth Peryam entitled 'Time Trav- about Measles by Mary Lu Christiansen Many of you may have heard about, or known someone involved in, outbreaks of measles on some of the college campuses around the country. This increase in the number of cases reported in young adults has prompted investigations by many organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatrics ( AAP), the American College Health Association (ACHA),and the Center for Disease Control (CDC). The main reasons for the recent epidemics were identified as an increase in the number of persons never vaccinated, and the increase in the number of vaccine failures due to individual inability to utilize the vaccine to produce sufficient antibodies for lifetime immunity. To address these problems, the AAP and ACHA have recently revised their vaccina- tion procedures. After careful study ot the current situation, the Student Health Center has decided to follow the recom- mendations of the ACHA. Their recommendations require "all entering college students born after 1956 to have two doses of live measles vaccine." If the MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccine is given, two doses are also required. This policy will be imple- mented at Agnes Scott College eler." We were absolutely appalled by the man-hating nature of the editorial. The editorial on the following page by Candy Woodard stated that everyone is entitled to their own beliefs. We are firm d not :h is we on June 1, 1990. All students returning to Agnes Scott in August, who were born after 1956, will be required to provide documented evidence of their immunizations to include the two doses of measles vaccine or MMR. All student records will be examined during early 1990 and notices will be sent to students who are currently enrolled who do not comply with the new recommendations. Students who do not provide the required documentation by August 1 , 1990 will be unable to register for fall semester. We realize that these new requirements will be an incon- venience for many of you, which is why we are warning you that these procedures will take place. You will have ample time to contact your family, physician or health department to try to locate documentation of previous vaccinat ions or to obtain the necessary immuniza- tion. Our goal is to prevent the disruption of the academic and social life on campus that would occur should an epidemic sweep Agnes Scott. Measles is not an innocuous childhood disease. It can be a very serious illness presenting many complications, including pneumonia and death. While we regret any problems this may incur, we feel the benefits of the new regulation far exceed the inconvenience. believers in this. However, we feel that Miss Peryam, by criticizing others opinions and degrading them, has over- stepped the boundaries of good taste and common decency. We were highly offended that Miss Peryam used Eloise Lindsay's ordeal as a vehicle to promote her own opinions regarding men. We felt she belittled Eloise's trying experi- ence, and her sincerity toward Eloise is highly questionable. Eloise was rescued by a MAN not a cowboy, not a baby, but a kind-hearted, caring, gentle man. He left his "macho" sport of hunting to care for a woman in need. He posed no threat to her, and did not allow his raving testoster- one levels to inhibit his ability to aid a human being. We are sorry that Miss Peryam feels the need to so violently vocalize her closed- minded opinions.. We fail to understand why she spends so much time and energy on the male gender if she is so con- cerned with her own. Why doesn't she take that energy and use it to further her own goals. 7 No physical man is standing in her way. Instead, the only things blocking her forward progress are the images she chooses to create. There are men in this world who are loving, caring, com- passionate and who are not afraid of their emotions. There are men in this world who cherish their families more than their own lives. There are also men in this world that would set aside a hunting trip to help a woman in need. Thank Cod for that. Respectfully submitted, Kimberly S. Lamkin Shannon Williamson Misconceptions of Men? Dear Editor, The following is a response to Ms. Elizabeth Peryam's editorial, "Time Traveler" of your De- cember 8th issue. Ms. Peryam, Pd like to compliment you on your editorial, 'Time Traveler." It shows excellent use of language. I do not write to comment on Eloise Lindsay or her unfortu- nate experience. I disagree with your premises and conclusion. We do not live in a patriarchy. The number of households headed by women is steadily increasing. Also, some males in this culture are raised to be aggressive and some are not. My primary objection to your editorial is the global indictment of all males and "the church." You do not specify which organized religion sets up this "polarity of femi- nine nurturing and masculine destructiveness of life. Boys are carefully taught contempt for all things feminine." Ms. Peryam, who on earth is doing all this teaching? You may be shocked to learn that a majority of citizens (males included) disapprove of wife beating, child beating, rape, and family abandonment. We even have laws against these activities! There are still wars to fight and wilderness to conquer. It is obvious that you are eager for battle. Choose rather, gentle lady, to fight against ignorance, misconceptions, and for a just society. Peace on Earth and Maybe a Little Good Will toward Men.? Sincerely, Bill Kugel Equality Applies to Everyone Dear Editor, At the basis of all human rights is the dignity of the human person created in the image and likeness of God (Genesis 1:27). A recognition of this human dignity is also a part of our civil tradition in the United States and is expressed in the Declaration of our nation's Independence! "All men are created equal in their human dignity and are endowed by their Creator with inalienable Rights to Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. This also applies to the handicapped, the elderly, the retarded and the preborn babies!!!! Yours, Maty Rita Crow e Earth Day 1990 Dear Editor, In an effort to raise conscious- ness of environmental problems, students are bringing Earth Day 1990 to the Agnes Scott Commu- nity. April 22 is the day on which millions will gather for the international demonstration to stimulate education and active in- volvement to create a more sus- tainable environment. Hopefully by the time you read this, Rep Council will have approved our constitution and we can really get going with preparation plans. In order for Agnes Scott's Earth Day to be a success, we need for every member of the community to help out. All organizations, offices and departments will be receiving infonnation and updates so that we can share ideas about plans for that weekend. Please contact us with ideas for speakers, activities, etc. and questions concerning the celebration/demonstration. Earth Day 1990 is an inclusive event requiring the participation of every person here. Only by working together will we make the kind of changes that are desperately needed for the Earth. Get involved! Geri Pike ( Box 405, Ext. 6587) Kathryn Cullinan (Box 1 14, Ext. 6589) Coordinators of Earth Day 1990, ASC Time Traveler Defended Dear Editor, In recent issues of The Profile, the "Time Traveler" column's author, Elizabeth Peryam, has been viciously and repeatedly attacked for her insightful and thought-provoking ideas. My feelings about Ms. Peryam's writiing are obviously in the minority. However, I am certain that many of the attacks have been based on Ms. Peryam as a person and not on the material she produces. The closed-mindedness of so many of the traditional students at Agnes Scott overwhelms me. I do not know Elizabeth Peryam well, but I do know that I look forward to the Time Traveler piece in each issue , not only because it is well-written but because it prov ides a viewpoint radically different from the mainstream muck at this college. I urge those who are so vehemently opposed to Ms. Peryam's column not to read it. Find something else w ith which to disagree. Blasting .in Intelli- gent woman who has the courage to express her thoughts on any topic for the scrutiny ot the entire campus show s insecurity and immaturity. If the "Christians" who so regularly write judgmental letters are so quick to condemn her words, then they apparently do not know the true meaning of the word "Christian." Ms. Peryam repeatedly reiterates her faith, and no one seems to listen. I'm sure I'm not the only one who appreciates you, Elizabeth. Thank you. Respectfully submitted, Virginia Hamm Public Safety News Since the last issue of the Profile, we have had no criminal activity reported on campus. In an effort to continue this trend, we want to encourage everyone on campus to report any suspicious persons or activity that you observe. Over the past couple of weeks, the Department of Public Safety in conjunction has been working with the Physical Plant to locate and repair lights which are out of order. As you know, good lighting can often serve as a deterrent to criminal activity. Don't forget the self-defense class for women began on Wednesday, February 7, 199< If you have not signed up an would like to participate it's too late. You can enroll through the second class meeting, Febniary 14, 1990. We feel that we have a v* concerned community whic a good first step in preventir crime. To further this effort want to encourage your supp We would much prefer to investigate an unfounded complaint than have a crim< occur because someone was hesitant to call the Departm of Public Safety. Nurse Addresses Concerns Page 4 THE PROFILE Friday, February 9, 1990 PHOTO BY BARBIE STITT The womer\'s studies department held a lecture addressing the inclusion of women and minorities in course syllabi. "Sweet" Freshman Class Sponsors Valentine Raffle chocolates, but Godiva choco- lates), and even a bottle of bubbly. The freshman officers are quick to note that the tenn "bubbly" is with strict compli- ance to Georgia law. Winners will be drawn at the class meeting on Febniary 12 at 10:25 a.m. This contest is open to all ASC students, faculty, and staff. The freshman Valentine raffle may be just the ticket to some Valentine's Day excitement! by Mary Frances Kerr Looking for a special valen- tine for your special Valentine. 7 The freshman class is hoping that you are. In order to raise money, class officers will be selling raffle tickets for one dollar during lunch and dinner until February IL These tickets give chances to win such romantic prizes as a dinner tor two, the traditional box of chocolates (not just any The Affordablv Accomodating Hotel In ATL A NTA -N ( ) RT HLAKE Cbmplrmentar) continental breakfast l ive lDG&] calK l ive in-room movie channel "No Smoking" Rooms iJfamptMu For reservations coil: (404) 493-1966 I -800- Hampton 34G0 Nortblake Paritwaj Mama, Georeia 30201 Speakers Address Gender and Ethnicity in Curriculum by Sarah Hawk As part of an ongoing effort to increase diversity in the devel- opment of Agnes Scott, two Smith College professors addressed ahout 55 students and faculty in the Rehekah reception room Thursday and presented strategies to bring gender and ethnicity into the curriculum. Marilyn Schuster, professor of French and associate dean of Smith faculty, and Susan Van Dyne, Smith associate professor ot English and women's studies director, presented strategies to change the College's syllabic design to better reflect the recognitions and values of women's studies and ethnic- sensitive programs. The strategies they focused upon included attacking anti- sexist and anti-racist images and language which act to leave out or distort groups of people. For example, Schuster said she has observed cartoons in the text of a math course in which all white males were depicted. 'This gave a powerful message that left others out of the picture," Schuster said. Materi- als need to be looked at and to be all-inclusive, >he said. Another aspect of their strategy identified the need to use caution against representing material only to serve as a "token." Van Dyne emphasized the need to assure the equity of the material so the difference ot gender or ethnicity is valued and not perceived as a liability. The speakers contrasted the make-up of today's ratio of female and ethnic students in college to that of two decades ago. Van Dyne pointed out that return-to-college students are presently primarily female, not male as they were during the period after the Vietnam War. She w ent on ro point out that this development has sparked a push by William Bennett, US secretary ot education under Reagan, among others, to institute the model of education in which it reflects the period when more males came back to college 20 or V years ago which was entitled "Reclaiming the Legacy." This backward thinking enforces even more the need to address the curriculum progres- sively With more attention to gender and ethnicity. "The reshaping ot curriculum is occurring at the best colleges and that's including women's colleges," Van Dyne concluded. Following Thursday's presen- tation, Schuster and Van Dyne remained on campus for workshops given on Friday in which Agnes Scott faculty discussed the implementation ot syllabus changes. Faculty Tenure Requirements Cause Worry for Some Candidates by Susan Adams During the recent winter break, the subject of tenure was the foremost topic in some faculty members' minds. There are three specific requirements for tenure. The first of the requirements is effectiveness in teaching. The second is appropriate scholarly activity and the third is service to the community. Although the first of these requirements is fairly straightfor- ward, the other two are open for a variety of possibilities. Although scholarly activity for most means being published, it could also be introducing a new course for instruction or profes- sionally reviewing other works. Service to the community may also be accomplished in a variety of ways. For instance, a professor could lecture to various groups, serve on committees, or participate in panel discussions. In addition, a professor must be in his or her sixth year of service to the College to be considered for tenure. After possible candidates for tenure are determined, a committee is chosen to review the applicant. This committee is comprised of people from the individual's department of study, others from different depart- ments, and a dean. Once they have completed the review, the President then makes a recommendation to the Board of Trustees. The trustees, who make the ultimate decision, are the determining factor in the whole process. Throughout the entire process, the applicant has ample time to present reasons for his or her approval of tenure. Each case that is presented is reviewed individually. The names of candidates for tenure were not available for publication. The College feels it must respect the privacy ot the candidates. When you feel the need to escape from Letitia Pate. ^ SandwichesSaladsSoupsG-Chili Appetizers+Dinner Specials*Dessert We are also a great retreat for study breaks (or studying) away from the campus. Take-Out Available Conveniently located in the Old Decatur Train Depot at the corner of N. Candler Road G College Avenue. n Entertainment Thursday -Sunday Nights o 378 - 5365 ffiplfn Friday, February 9, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 5 Veteran CBS Reporter to Speak at Class of 1990 Graduation by Sarah Hawk The senior class has announced that Daniel Schorr, veteran CBS reporter and correspondent, will speak at Agnes Scott's May 19 commencement ceremony. Senior Class President Katie Pattillo said she was pleased with Schorr's selection as graduation speaker. "He's a recognized newscaster, and I think he'll be fine." Pattillo said the senior class had submitted a list of suggested speakers to the College at the end ot its junior year. The College made a final decision based on the speaker's accessibility and amount of fee. Among the list of suggested speakers were Elizabeth Dole, writer Garrison Keillor, John F. Kennedy Jr., author Pat Conroy, and editorial cartoonist Doug Marlette. Some students in the senior class said they were disappointed with the College's selection. Andrea Johnson, senior English major, said, "There was a bit of shock at Monday's meeting because we didn't know who Dan Schorr was." In comparison with state schools' graduation speakers, Agnes Scott should have the financial resources to attract a more publicly recognized speaker, Johnson said. "If Valdosta State can get Bob Hope and Bill Cosby to come to their campus for Homecoming and other events, then so should we with our humongous endowments." Pattillo said senior class surprise may be a result of its assuming that it would get to decide on who the speaker would be. "We play a part in suggesting to the College who we want, but ultimately it's the College who has to find some- one available and can make a commitment at an earlier time," she said. Schorr was committed to be speaker as of September 23 of fall semester. Mollie Merrick, associate dean of students, said, "I think he's a very interesting person to hear. He's had a variety of experiences. His involvement with Cable News Network makes him a very pertinent person to have." Schorr, one of the last of SGA Hosts Open Forum to Share Student Views by Mary Frances Kerr The Student Government Association of Agnes Scott is open open to suggestions, that is. On Friday, February 2, SGA President Karen Anderson opened the first Agnes Scott open forum meeting, held to get students' comments on life at Agnes Scott. The short, casual meeting brought up several topics of student concern, from a progres- sive freeze on tuition to the quality of sack dinners for students unable to attend the evening meal. Day student access to the satellite computer centers, an organized graduate studies center, and centralization of iiv formation for organizational activities were also discussed. When asked how she felt about the results of the meeting, SGA Vice President Suzanne Tourville pointed out that since this was the first open meeting held in recent history, the SGA officers were not exactly sure what to expect. Rep Council wanted to see who would come, and was gen- erally pleased with the outcome, she said. Inman Rep Nikki Twilla echoed this sentiment and expressed her hope that the interest sparked by this first meeting will encourage more students to attend and to speak up in future forum meetings. One concern voiced by some Rep members and attending stu- / 6) The perfect wedding is made up d many parts. . . 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Sophomore Class President Lauren Fowler commented that more feedback might have been generated if SGA had provided only a loose agenda for students to respond to, instead of all com- ments coming strictly from the students' immediate concerns. Edward R. Murrow's CBS team, is currently an interpreter of national and international events with the National Public Radio. He won three television Emmies during a journalism career that has spanned more than half a century. Beginning as a foreign corre- spondent in 1946, Schorr joined CBS News as a diplomatic correspondent in Washington in 1953. After having the first-ever exclusive television interview with a Soviet leader, Nikita Khrushchev, in 1957, Schorr's defiance of Soviet censorship resulted in his being banned from the Soviet Union. Schorr served in Bonn as CBS Bureau Chief for Gennany and East Europe in 1960, during which time he covered the Berlin crisis and the building of the Berlin Wall. In 1966, Schorr worked in Washington again, covering civil rights and urban and environ- mental problems. As CBS's chief Watergate correspondent, Schorr's coverage of the Senate hearings earned him his three Emmies. More recently, Schorr was asked by Ted Turner in 1979 to help create CNN, serving in Washing- ton as senior correspondent until 1985. He now participates in commentaries for the National Public Radio. Also speaking will be the Rev. Joan Salmon Campbell, moderator of the 201st General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church, who will address soon-to- be alumnae at the Baccalaureate Vespers Friday, May 18. Chinese Legislation Bill Crushed by Senate by Erika Stamper (Information for this article was obtained from the Atlanta ]oun\aU Constitution and the University of Georgia s Red and Black) Chinese students and others who anticipated a victory were crushed when the Senate voted to uphold Bush's veto of the leg- islature protecting Chinese exchange students. The overwhelming House vote of 390-25 seemed decisive until the January Senate vote of 62-37 (four votes short of the number needed to override) dismantled the bill, which would have let about 40,000 students sidestep the exchange visa requirements. The exchange visa requires students to return to China for at least two years following their time in the United States before they are able to return or go elsewhere. Prior to this vote President Bush warned that China could "retaliate and cut off future student exchanges." Chinese student groups had pressed for an override of the veto because many of them supported the pro-democracy demonstrations that led to a government crack- down last June. These students now face political persecution at home as a result. Bush appealed to the Senate through a personal letter sent to Senate Majority Leader Robert J. Dole (R-Kansas). It read, "I will never allow any action that would force the return of any Chinese students whose lives or liberty is at risk." White (continued from page I ) seriously recruiting minorities with doctorates would find them. In conclusion, it was agreed that to reach a necessary level of diversity within the curriculum, colleges should become more policy-oriented with regard to issues of race and gender. We Look Forward To Seeing You Unisex Salon West Ponce Place Shopping Center Corner of Ponce Pi. & Swanton Way 377-9004 Free Parkin*} Page 6 THE PROFILE Friday, February 9, 1990 PHOTO BY BARBIE STITT BY Adriane Creety Are you starting to wonder where you'll find fulfilling work to pay oft your college loans. 7 CP&P is bringing over 30 company representatives to Agnes Scott College to interview seniors for available job positions. This "On-Campus Recruit- ment" program begins in February and runs through the spring semester. It is set up to make the interviewing process more convenient tor you, and gives you a unique situation in which' you are assured an interview with certain companies. The "Resume Recruitment" program, held only during the month ot Fehruarv, will draw 35 Career Corner companies. Resumes of appli- cants, sent to the company recruiter, could generate an interview. To take part in either of these programs, set up a placement tile in the Career Planning and Placement Office and attend an "On Campus Recniitment Workshop" and a "How to Interview Workshop." It you are interested in a job field that will not be represented in any of the aforementioned programs, come to the Career Planning and Placement Office tor help in developing your job campaign. There are many things underclassmen can be doing in preparation for a job search. Try HAIR /NO; HAIRSTYLES FOR MEN & WOMEN 404/>7CS47,s 1 1 4 E. Ponce de Leon Decatur, OA KX53Q the internship, externship, and shadow programs, and many other services the CP&.P office offers. Stop by Career Planning and Placement in Main or call ext. 6397. Bundle of fun Two Cool Cats Share President Schmidt's Home by Barbie Stitt Only a precious tew people in the Agnes Scott community know that President Ruth Schmidt is an avid cat lover. Even fewer realize that there are two spunky ones sharing the presidential residence. The president has been surrounded by cats tor most of her life. Today, she still maintains a fondness for the feline. Since her last cat died two years ago, President Schmidt has added two new turn' friends to her home on Candler Street. Both cats are Tokenese, a cross breed ot Siamese and Burmese. These beautiful, dark auburn brown cats are named in Spanish: Caramelo de Santiago ( u hard candy") and Bon Bon de Chocolat ("soft candy"). Both of these furry felines are very lively and friendly. Presi- dent Schmidt says they are a bundle of fun and trouble all at the same time. She relates this amusing anecdote with a laugh: "Bon Bon was balanced on top ot a door (just like a cat ) when she decided to reach for the curtain rod. Well, as she jumped tor the rod, her hind legs pushed the door closed. I found her hanging by her front paws on the curtain rod. She was a funny sight*" The cats, true to their kind, love to play. A favorite game with both cats and owner involves a piece ot wire with scraps ot cardboard tied to the end. The cats quickly become interested and prepare to attack when they see the president shake the wire. They will run and leap enthusiastically, attempting to catch the end. They only let it go if the president shakes the wire again. Cat lovers might wish to have a chat with President Schmidt. She would be delighted to introduce them to her four-legged housemates. Pagans at Agnes Scott Celebrate "Feast of the Bride" Festival Pagans at Agnes Scott cele- brated .i major holiday on February 2. Brigit, or "the Feast of the Bride," was one of the solar festivals of the pagan year. The pagan year is marked by eight oi these festivals, or Sabbats, which relate to the changing ot the seasons. The year begins at Samhain (October 31) when, according to the myth of the "Wheel of the Year," the child of the God and Godd^ is conceived, At the Winter Solstice (varies from year to year December 22, 1990 this year) the child is born, and at Brigit, the child grows to represent the promise of growth and fertility for the coming year. By the Spring Equinox (also varies will occur on March 2 1 , 1990), the child becomes a young man. He will court the maiden C joddess and marry her at Baltane (May 1 ) to celebrate desire and polarity in the universe. That desire culminates at the Summer Solstice (on June 22 this year) and the youth, who has grown into the God of Light, manifests his dark side as the marriage is consummated. At Lughnasad in midsummer (August 1 ), the God dies and his death is celebrated as he returns to the womb of the Goddess at the Autumn Equinox (this September 2 J) until he is again found at Samhain, wait ing to be born; so the Wheel turns on. Early Christians worshipped Brigit as St. Brigit or St. Bride, praying to her lor bountiful harvests. She is, in fact, the pre- Celtic Irish goddess of fire and water, and was also viewed as the Queen of the Faeries, or "Little People." Her ritual celebrates the birth i >l the C ioddess in w< >men and may be a good time to reded icate ( >ne's s L -lt to the C ioddess and to make a pledge not unlike a "New Year's resolution* 1 for the coming year. TRACKSIDE TAVERN 3 1 3 East College Avenue (Across the street) Friday, February 9, 1 990 THE PROFILE Page 7 A Little Piece of the Orient Surprises its Visitors by Kristin Lemmerman Looking back on the Hong Kong global awareness trip over winter interim, it seems that this tiny British colony surprised everyone who went. Some students in the group expected a more British atmos- phere; others, like me, expected a more Oriental experience. Instead, a brash jumble of English and Chinese greeted us as we stepped out of Kai Tak International Airport at exactly midnight on New Year's Eve. The streets were packed with Hondas and Mercedes making their way between parties. Towering office buildings shone with a millenium of Christmas lights, depicting Santa Claus, candles, snowflakes, Christmas trees. Hong Kong has a limited amount of space, and the ways the Chinese culture allows them to solve the problem are always apparent. According to the host family Barbie Stitt and I later stayed with, the Chinese like to be close, even if they don't know all the people they are around. Restaurants are built without dividing walls; apartments are the norm, not the unwilling exception. Perhaps one hundred people- on the island of Hong Kong have their own houses mostly extremely rich Britons and Indians. The noise and jumble of togetherness makes for a happier atmosphere. However, on this night, we did not yet know that. Without warning, our bus began to crawl past a group of unbe- lievably tall buildings that seemed to be kept together by ages' accumulation of mud and dust. Colorful laundry hung out of a fifth-floor window. One bleary- eyed student asked our tour guide, "What is that building, Rebecca?" "That is public housing," replied Rebecca. The govern- ment provides public housing for those who make less than HK$ 3,000 a month (about $380 in US currency). Typically, two or three families live in each one. (Imagine eight people living in a room in Main.) One could say that travelling to Hong Kong was an important experience for all of us because it allowed us to come to a greater understanding of a completely foreign culture. She went on to tell us that for those people who cannot get into public housing because of its high demand, temporary housing is available tempo- rary meaning residents can stay there for only 1 5 years. Further along this one mile, one hour bus ride back to our hotel, we passed a street of restaurants full of names like "Very Tasty Seafood Restaurant" and "Good Cantonese." Most of these restaurants, we later learned, are above street level. To get in, one often has to walk through a watch store or a tailor's shop and up a set of stairs. Because one cannot live without a source of income in Hong Kong, its people have found places to locate their work. Even alleyways, unused in this country, host leather goods hawkers and magazine vendors. A mere half-hour before we were to reach the hotel, we passed the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. Newly constructed, it already houses the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra (traditional Chinese music), the Hong Kong Symphony Orchestra (European and American music), two or three drama groups, and con- stantly changing art displays easily as much as a major US city would have to offer its patrons. In tact, it was the vibrancy of Hong Kong that I was least prepared tor. I had looked tor a people fearful of the future and inaccessible because the\ did nothing but work, living in a city of only smog and industrial sectors. Instead, I saw citizens pushing tor their rights to a better life while earn ing on traditions that their Chinese ancestors had followed, and finding the time to enjoy themselves up until two in the morning, when they had to get up for work at seven. I found a still-growing me- tropolis, ottering everything that its inhabitants might want to lead a civilized life. One could say that travelling to Hong Kong was an impor- tant experience for all of us because it allowed us to come to a greater understanding of a completely foreign culture. Yet this was only the most basic goal of the trip. Even more important was the growth that we experienced when we learned that we could not only understand the differences, but work with them, functioning and, generally, functioning well in a society that, until New Year's Eve, we had never touched before. StreetBeat Compiled By Barbie Srirr The Question: Considering what happened in Panama, do you think women should be in combat? I Laura Williams Class of 1990 Women have proven themselves as capable officers and in other positions in America's armed forces. They should be given the same recognition as men in combat. Amy Bridwell Class of 1992 I'm all for women in combat. If they are trained as soldiers, they should be treated as such. Allyson Whitley Class of 1991 Yes, they should be allowed in combat. A woman is just as capable of shooting a gun as any man, if that is what she chooses to do. Loyalty to one's country may be carried by anyone of any sex. However, if women are going to go into combat they should receive their due recogni- tion and rewards. Lauren Fowler Class of 1992 Yes, if they want to go into the Armed Forces and are trained to do combat they should use their training. What's the point of training them when it will never be put to use? Ami Nagao Class of 1993 If women have the option of joining the armed services, they should also have the option of participating in warfare. When men join, they are given a certain amount of options as to whether they will be sent to the field or have desk jobs. Al- though women are not drafted, many choose to join and their choice should not be limited. Page 8 THE PROFILE Friday, February 9, 1990 Letitia Pate's Gourmet Secrets Revealed by Amy Lo\tll Don't be depressed. Dining with Letitia Pate Evans in her illustrious namesake, the dining hall, doesn't have to be a drab, dull experience. With just a pinch of ingenuity and a dash of imagination, a meal with Letitia can become a gourmet delight that would turn any great chef green (with envy, ot course). First, one must come to grips with the word 'gourmet." In popular magazines, gourmet usually means "added to the title of a recipe in order to make it Hind tasty." A true gourmet can certainly smell something fishy in "gounnet salmon surprise." In a practical sense, gourmet cooking is simply a matter of creating an exotic dish that will make your taste buds roll over and beg. "How can this be done. 7 " you Colleges by Nat Hentoff (Reprinted with permission of Playboy magazine) A quarter of a century after the free-speech movement began at Berkeley, helping fuel the antiwar and civil rights campaigns, some of today's students are marching in the other direction. Neoconservatism has its roots in very real racism that does exist on a number of campuses. At Brown, for instance, fliers were distributed reading: "Things have been going downhill since the kitchen help moved into the classroom*" At Smith, four black women receiv ed vicious racist letters. At Yale, the Afro- American Cultural Center's building was emblazoned with a WHITE POWER sign and a swastika. In reaction, many students have joined lo insist on the creation ot axles not only of Student conduct but also of student speech. Administrators, often enthusiastically, have yielded to those demand v Donald Kennedy, president of Stanford, Is resisting the trend. When you tell people what the\ can't saw Kennedy has empha- sized, they will begin to suppress what they think. The First Amendment is always fragile witness the frenzy to amend the Bill of Ra^ht^ after tin- Supreme C Sotm ruled m June that the First Amendment protected Sag burning. With students at prestigious colleges intending to limit speech on their campuses, the First Amendment ask. It's simple. Just pick a style of food preparation and let your imagination run wild. For instance, explore your C "ajun cooking options. The most bland entree can be turned into a Cajun delight simply by adding a little pepper here, a little Tabasco sauce there, a few assorted spices, some more pepper, preferably red, just a wee bit more Tabasco, and a dash of Tabasco for good measure. By the time you have sampled tantalizingly few morsels, your entire head should have caught on fire. Voila! That's a true Cajun delicacy and you got it right here on campus. If fire and spice are not your cup of tea, then you might prefer a taste of the Orient. Wait patiently. In a scant few meals, you will be served an entree with the word "Chinese" in its title. At very least, there's stir fey. This is your cue. Look for may become even more vulner- able to attack. Current college codes began in response to crude racial and sexist scrawls. But now the limited language includes any words creating a "hostile atmosphere" or "express or implied threat to an individual's academic efforts." There is also the damaging effect of these protective regula- tions on their very initiators. Malcolm X used to talk about the need for young people to learn how language works, how to dissect it, how to use it as both a shield and a sword. Above all, he dishes called "Chinese chop suey" or ll Chinese-something casserole" of some sort or another. Forget momentarily your mental association of "casserole" with a potluck supper in a musty basement, and think goumiet. Your secret ingredient is known commonly as "soy sauce." Ginger is also helpful, but more difficult to find on a daily basis. Amaze your friends as you sit down and visibly enjoy a feast ot "Chinese-something" to which only you hold the secret. If you aren't enjoying every meal you eat, you are a victim of your own lack of imagination. "Gourmet," in a nutshell, means combining exotic ingre- dients and spices (pepper, tobasco, soy sauce they'll never suspect a thing) with creative expertise (never des- peration) to create a palatable meal. thought, blacks should not be fearful of language. They should not let it intimidate them but should fight back with more powerful words of their own. Also overlooked by students concerned with artistic expres- sion is that a "hostile atmos- phere" can also be created by a painting or a piece of sculpture. The dean of the College of Let- ters and Science at the Univer- sity of Wisconsin testified before the state's board of regents that their code would chill students' rights to artistic expression. Furthermore, suppose these Carefully add a few dashes ot the spice of the day (carefully matching its taste consequences codes were in place on every campus in the country. Racism would not go away, it would go underground, where it's most comfortable. The only way to deal with racism is to bring it out into the open not to suppress it. One approach is to examine incidents on a particular campus and get all students to talk about their own attitudes. This won't work wonders, but, depending on the honesty and incisiveness of faculty and students involved, it would be much more useful than to your entree), and you're on your way to turning a great French chef green. forbidding expression entirely. As an indication of the degree to which America's colleges have retreated from their reason for being, here is a section from the 1975 Report ot the Committee on Freedom of Expression at Yale: "It expression may be prevented, censored or punished because of its content or the motives attrib- uted to those who promote it, then it is no longer free. It will be subordinated to other values th.it we believe to be of lower priority in a university." 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You see, a "jabot" is a pleated frill of cloth or lace attached down the center front of a woman's blouse or dress. At least we can take comfort in knowing that the dining hall serves jello everyday! limiting rights to free speech Friday, February 9, 1 990 THE PROFILE Page 9 Dixie Darlings Dance Their Way onto the Televisions of Japan by Laura Williams On Wednesday, January 3 1 , the Dixie Darlings reached one more rung on the ladder to fame and stardom. TV Asahi, a Japanese television network, filmed the world famous Dixies for its TV show "My Dream." u My Dream" is a human documentary series which airs every night at 8:00 p.m., Channel 10 in Japan. It is estimated that over ten million viewers will watch the Dixie Darlings in action. The story stars Chrissie Lew- andowski, a Dixie Darling. She plays a typical Georgian whose dream is to become a world renowned clogger, travelling with her clogging troupe to foreign countries where she can spread "the Southern culture of clogging." The Dixie Darlings can thank Andrea Morris, ASC 1986 graduate and former Dixie Darling, for this shot at stardom. Through her job at the Georgia Department for Trade and Tourism, Ms. Morris met Mr. Takahashi, the director of "My Dream." While in Georgia ,Mr. Taka- hashi has filmed other "dreams" such as a female legal secretary who skydives, a female stock broker who performs airplane aerobatics, and a Savannah man who has built a train track complete with train around his home. "My Dream" may also appear on VHF 69 in Atlanta. Look for it during the Japanese TV every morning from 7:30 to 8:00. PHOTO BY BARBIE STITT 1L During rehearsal, a Japanese film crew follows the soon-to-be truly world famous Dixie Darlings. "Baby Want Some Nyquil?" by Sandee McGlaun "Hush, little baby, don't you cry... Mama's gonna give you a big black eye." Christopher Durang's Baby With the Bathwater, currently running at Theatrical Outfit, is filled with brilliantly funny dialogue, irrational characters, and surreal situations. Baby With the Bathwater is a dark, corned ic look at parenting. Hilari- ous on the surface, on its darker side, the show ex- amines the psychological scars parents leave on their offspring. The production is directed by Eddie Levi Lee, Artistic Director of the Outfit. Lee's interpreta- tion of Durang is marvelous. Bob Lott's set immediately creates the surrealistic atmos- phere demanded by the script. Real furniture pieces contrasted with tacky turquoise wall paper and skewed walls produce an unbalanced effect, alerting the audience that something is not quite right. Hilarious on the surface, on its darker side the show examines the psychological scars parents leave on their offspring* Unorthodox and frequently shocking, his humor is thickly layered with strife, irony and even anger. Baby With the Bathwater is replete with memorable lines: "Wrong? Right? Where have you picked up those phrases?" "Does Baby want some Nyquil?" The play centers around Helen (Heather Heath) and John (David de Vries), the The opening lines leave no doubt in this impression. Mommy and Daddy are happily cooing and gurgling at Baby and each other, when Mommy turns to Daddy and tells Daddy that he is irresponsible and she wants a divorce. It takes a while to get used to Durang's brand of humor. ecstatic, erratic, new parents of "Daisy" and the misdirected attempts at parent- hood. Daisy calls her parents "inconsistent" an appropriate word for parents who coo at Baby one minute and uncere- moniously toss her into the crib the next. While the opening scenes are slow, the entrance of Nanny (Pamella O'Conner), a delight- 24 Hour Wrecker Service HUNT'S WRECKER SERVICE 154 Olive Street Avondale Estates, GA 30002 (404) 292-6697 Car lock service available ful, though vicious corruption of Mary Poppins, picks up the pace. Nanny "descends upon" new parents after receiving their names at the hospital. Although verging on demonic herself, Nanny gives the most sensible advice concerning Baby's care: pick it up when it cries, keep it dry, and be consistent. Two out of three is not bad. V.J. Trimble joins the family briefly as Cynthia, a self- proclaimed unfit mother who appears on Helen and John's doorstep for no apparent reason, and proceeds to read Baby a bedtime story out of Mommie Dearest. The momentum of the play accelerates during the second act. A park scene with Helen and two other mothers provides some lively dialogue, as does a scene involving a mother and a Dr. Ruth-ish elementary school principal. The second act also contains the entrance of the "Young Man." Several of the mono- logues by the "Young Man" provide memorable lines. Revealing much of the plot would ruin the ending. The surprise element provides an effective bit of irony in the end. Disclosing it would be a disserv- ice. Baby With the Bathwater will run through February 24, with performances Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Call 872- 0665 for reservations and/or ticket information. Something New Has Been Added This year Decatur Conference Plaza Only I mile from Agnes Scott Indoor Fool with Whirlpool Fitness Center Shuttle Service Available 14,000 Square Foot Conference Plaza All -American Cafe Restaurant Reunion sports bar and patio Call to uiquire about our spec ia I Agues Scott rates 130 Clairmont Avenue (404) 371-0204 Page 10 THE PROFILE Friday, February 9, 1990 Prophet and Martin Highlight "Perceptions of Five" by Leigh Echols "Perceptions of 5," an exhibition of paintings by five Southeastern artists, opened January 28 in the Dalton Gallery of the Dana Fine Arts Building. The exhibition will be up through February 25 and is. definitely worth seeing. The featured artists are Anne Bessac, Deanna Sirlin, Ham- Boone, Andrew Martin and Craig Prophet. Each artist varies in style and subject matter, but the majority of the works are representational. The greatest strength of the exhibition lies in the sharp contrast between the w orks of each artist. Although all of the artists are worthy of merit, the works of Craig Prophet and Andrew Martin are of particular interest. The most striking of Craig Prophet's wprks are his oil paintings of typical Southern houses and buildings. Prophet's works capture the essence of a bright Georgian afternoon through his use of stark whites, earthy browns, and cool blues and grays. The works bring to mind a house down the street, inviting the viewer to come visit, again and again. Prophet's paintings are tranquil and familiar, but there is an undeniable vibrancy in their execution. In contrast to the clean lines and controlled nature of Prophet's works are the free, almost chaotic works of Andrew Martin. At first glance, Martin's brightly colored canvases conjure up images of the works ot Gaugin. Martin's paintings are targe-scale pieces rendered in acrylic. The most striking of Martin's works may be "Bathers II," which exaggerates the artist's knowledge of color theory and figure drawing. By pairing opposite colors to- gether, Martin creates a vibrating visual motion within the work, accented by powerful, strongly outlined figures in studio-like poses. The works of Anne Bessac and Harry Boone are predominantly representational stilhlifes. Boone's series of bottle paintings are particularly interesting, but would have been more effective if hung together. Deanna Sirlin's circular oil paintings are rather unique, but the consistency of harsh, short brush work diminishes the strength of her tree-like forms. On the whole, this exhibition contains some very fine work and is a "must see" for the entire campus community. Tears For Fears Fans "Shout" at Concert by Barbie Stitt The excitement started when Debbie Ham came strutting onstage with a black oversized T- shirt, black net hose, and spiked high heels. Immediately she started to sing her classic hits "Rapture" and "Call Me." Several people in the crowd jumped up and danced. She sang several songs from her new album, including the single "I Want That Man." The audience brought her back w hen she sang her classic hit "1 [eatf 6f ( rlas$" Although her sound system was hard on the ears* her performance was exciting. The Tears For Fears set began with Oleta Adams, a black soul singer "discovered" in a Kansas City piano bar. She has literally become the third member ot Tears For Fears. Her rich, soulful voice, blended with grand piano to start off her solo. She sang "I Believe" in her unique, soothing voice as the anticipation level in the Fox rose. She was joined by the two main men of Tears For Hears, Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith, w ho pertonned "Head Over Heels." After a welcome from Orzabal, the two men sang "Woman In Chains," dedicated to the women of Atlanta. Next, they did two songs off SWIMWEAR Calendar Girl CONTEST A National Swimwear Magazine is publishing a 1991 ' calendar which is to feature 12 of our prettiest Georgia ', Peaches! 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The next song was "Famous Last Words," which started out tenderly but accelerated into a rock version of the hymn "When the Saints Go Marching In" (the last verse in "Famous Last Words*). Adams, with her beautiful voice, took charge of this song. This addition helped bring the slow atmosphere up to prepare for the next hit song. In "Sowing the Seeds of Love," nearly everyone snxxl up and sang along. . Trie band then broke into their version of the Beatles' "All You Need is Love." Enthusiasm grew as the first chords of "Even - body Wants To Rule The World" started up. Everyone was dancing as Smith san.u his soul out. Tears For Fears said their good- byes, but Atlanta would not let them leave. After several minutes of clapping, cheering, screaming, and some loud whist- ling, they came back onstage and jumped into "Year of the Knife." The two back-up singers, Adele Bertei and Bin Strauchn Moviegoers Go into Cardiac Arrest over Release by Missy Marino and Sharon Murphy What do you get when you cross Denzel Washington with Sid Vicious s girlfriend and Roger Rabbit's sidekick? Well, I don't know about you, but I got a serious Heart Condition. And it wasn't from laughing, it was more like the feeling you get after eating in the dining hall on a Saturday night. [You didn't want to go, but it was free. I love to escape to the movies but this time, I was trapped. I have become picky because movies are currently running about six dollars and for that I can get twelve hamburgers at Burger King. You know, two burgers for a buck. Take the hamburgers. I'm seriously digressing here on purpose.] The movie centers around Crystal (Chloe Webb), a hooker and the love interest of Sgt. Jack Mooney (Bob Hoskins) and attorney Napoleon Stone (Denzel Washington). Mooney and Stone struggle within the confines of the L.A. justice system, with Stone prevailing most often. Stone also dates Crystal, Mooney 's former girlfriend. When Stone dies in a car accident his heart is transplanted in the choles- terol- and alcohol-ridden body of Mooney. Stone then reappears to Mooney as a ghost in order to enlist Mooney 's aid in solving his murder. The jokes are a series of sight-gags centered mostly around the non-presence of Stone, who can only be seen by Mooney. Additionally, the audience is expected to be amused by numerous and terribly tasteless (not to mention racist) jokes recarding the black phallus. (At this point I checked my watch.) Hoskins, who is generally an excellent character actor ("The Cotton Club") seems to have lost his touch for the two-bit, racist thug. Perhaps the supposed character transformation was too much of a change of pace. Webb has seen better days working as a human overdose. And Washington plays the stereotype of all time in his protrayal of a criminal attorney on the fringe of the underworld. Unfortunately, for three excellent actors we have three static and one-dimen- sional roles. If you still feel the urge to view this movie (for whatever personal reasons you may have), I would wait for the video. At least in your own home you can see the hands on your watch. put everything into this song. Finally, they broke into a ten- minute version of "Shout." In response, the crowd sang and waved their arms. As the end of the song, back-up singer Strauchn broke into a pseudo- rap version. The concert ended (1 still could hear) and some of the crowd made their way to the stage door where Orzabal and Smith emerged after a half an hour and signed autographs. Woman Owned and Operated AUTO REPAIR SHOP AT LAST... A place where the METRO ATLANTA WOMAN can feel comfortable about her ear care and her mechanic. TATUM AUTO SERVICE CENTER 377-2296 Decatur, GA Ask about oil and filter special! C >aij^, art tfoes here. Friday, February 9, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 1 1 PHOTO COURTESY OF TR1-STAR PICTURES, INC. 4 Sharts (Jihmi Kennedy) and Trip (Denzel Washington) are proud volun- teers of the 54th Regiment in Glory. Opera Star Renata Scotto Charms Audience with Recital by Sarah Hawk World-acclaimed opera star Renata Scotto sang to a full house in Gaines Auditorium on Tuesday, January 30. The soprano, who is consid- ered to be one of the greatest singing actresses today, gave two encores and received a standing ovation at the recitals end. A native of Savona, Italy, Scotto made her debut at the age ot 12. Her successful career includes pertonriances of more than 70 operatic roles, recogni- tion as the first opera star to win an Emmy, and the first woman in the Metropolitan Opera's history to both direct and star in an opera "Madame Butterfly" in 1986. Music instructor Rowena Renn said of Scotto's performance, "She has a very gracious and charming stage presence." Scotto's performance must be distinguished as a recital rather than a regular opera, Renn said- The collection of French melodies were composed as songs. Mrs. Renn said she was impressed with Scotto's strong voice in comparison to her petite size. "I thought she had a huge voice for her size. She's been singing for years and years afid it's encouraging that one can sing so well without [having] great size." Qlory Cites Black Regiment's Contributions to Civil War by James Tate and Jean Wilson Somewhere along the way, the history books forgot to mention the contribution made by black troops in the Civil War. The film Glory gives these men the attention which is 125 years overdue. Glory not only accurately portrays the combat seen by the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment, the first regiment comprised of black soldiers, but also accu- rately portrays the racism the 54th had to overcome in order to see combat. Matthew Broderick plays Colonel Robert Gould Shaw, the commander of the 54th. Broderick does an excellent job of playing a young man thrust into a position of great responsi- bility who must walk a razor's edge between maintaining military discipline and appearing .1 tnend and not a "master." Broderick forces his childhood friend, Private Thomas Searles, played by Andre Braugher, to call him "sir," since Broderick is Braughef's commanding officer. In another powerful scene, Broderick orders military law to Days Inn Decatur is now offering "Agnes Scott Sophomore Parents' Weekend Special" Located at 1-20 Exit 36 (Wesley Chapel Road) five miles from campus via Columbia Drive. 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Also notable are the perform- ances by Jihmi Kennedy as Sharts, Andre Braugher as Thomas Searles, and Cary Elwes as Major Cabot Forbes. Ken- nedy's Sharts, a stuttering, innocent, eager and uneducated runaway, contrasts with Thomas Searles, an equally innocent young man who is an educated, Northern free negro. The conversion of these innocents, both of whom are easy targets for Trip's ridicule and anger, into veteran soldiers is powerful and uplifting. Elwes' performance as Major Forbes, the young man who could not see himself in charge of a regiment but who becomes the leader of the final charge, is similarly inspiring. The battle scenes are graphic. The producers utilized the knowledge and talents of sev eral thousand Civil War reenactors to ensure the accuracy of the battle scenes. If the scenes had been toned down, however, the movie would have lost some of its power. The 54th proved that courage and honor do not belong to one color exclusively. 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The expected completion is early April. To date, all the windows have been cleaned and the inside has been repainted The air condi- tioning and heating systems, which were obsolete, have been replaced and are in operation. In addition, new mini-blinds have been installed in the dorm. All the carpet in the corridors is to be replaced as soon as the floors are stripped and waxed. Willie Warren, supervisor of building services, said that this will be completed in the next three to four weeks. The loose tiles and those that have peeled away are being replaced, as well. Mr. Warren said the floors are being patched instead of completely retiled, because "we aren't replacing anything that could be used." Mollie Merrick said that there will probably not be any new furniture in the dorm, though hopefully there will be new mattresses. Mr. Whittington said that the Serta Bedding Company often donates mat- tresses to universities and colleges. Serta has been asked to give such a donation to Agnes Scott, but has not answered as of yet. Mr. Whittington also said that the furniture and sofas are being recovered u in something non- orange." Winship has a housing . capacity of 148 students. Mollie Merrick said there will be "a lot of freshmen' 1 in Winship, but it will probably house students from all four classes. According to Mr. Warren, when the dorm is reopened, "it'll be beautiful." PHOTO BY BARBIE ST1TT The Future Looks Bright For Psychology Majors By Erika Stamper Once seniors leave the hallowed halls of Agnes Scott, what will they have to look forward to? According to a panel of Agnes Scott alumnae all psychology majors gradu- ates will have a sturdy future with the rigors of Agnes Scott behind them. The Psychology Department, along with the Psychology Club, sponsored a panel discussion to give psychology majors insight into possible career options. The panelists disproved the idea that people with a psychology major have no future. The panelists were Amy Hutchinson '86, a third year medical school student; Laura Head '83, a lawyer; Kimberly Clark '80, an industrial psy- chologist; Caroline Sigman '88, a prison counselor; Ana Hernandez '87, a counselling psychologist; Nancy Childers 4 85, director of public relations; and Jennifer Williams '80, a high school teacher. Amy gave three reasons why a psychology major is appropriate for medical school. She told the audience that the liberal arts student is sought after in the medical school program. The only class she regrets not taking is biochemistry but other than that, she is getting along quite Inside Features Students practice '90s version of '60s nonviolence Page 6 Arts and Entertainment Sister Mary to be performed by Blackfriars Page 10 Vote Student Election Special Pages 8&9 well without a load of biology classes behind her. Amy also points out the advantages of the strenuous psychology program at Agnes Scott. She said, "If you can pass one of Dr. Carden's tests then you can pass any medical school test." TheTeading and evaluating skills the psychology majors acquire help decipher the medical literature. The honesty and integrity we gain through the honor system are highly rewarding in a world where people don't value such virtues, said Amy. Laura did not take the LSAT or one political science class, but she became a lawyer. Laura advised students to "study your interests here" but don't be afraid to venture away from that after graduation. Like Amy, Laura applauded the heavy work load the psychology professors put on their students. The research papers, "especially Dr. Drucker's," are invaluable to her researching skills. Also, the extensive writing projects the psychology students bear have become an asset to her career. It is critical for a lawyer to express herself well. Kim pointed out that the liberal arts major "goes further and faster up the organization." (continued on page 4) Workmen continue the $275,00C arts of Winship. Dean of the College Search Continues by Lauren Fowler Agnes Scott's search for a dean of the college has been a long and tedious one. The search began when, in early 1989, Dean Ellen Hall was named president of Converse College. In February of 1989, Agnes Scott placed an article m The Chronicle of Higher Education which announced the search for a dean of the college. The article stated that "a doctoral degree, experience as a faculty member, a belief in the liberal arts, an understanding of women's education and the college's Christian heritage (Presbyterian), and demon- strated administrative and leadership skills are requirements for the position. Desired qualifications include a Ph.D. in one of the liberal arts or sciences, evidence of scholar- ship, and experience as a tenured faculty member." A committee was then formed to undertake the task of finding a dean. The Dean Search Committee read some 60 curriculum vitae from prospec- tive candidates, conducted 1 5 telephone interviews, and brought five potential deans to campus. The 1988-1989 school year ended, though, without the selection of a dean. "Because of the importance of the position," said Dr. Edmund Sheehey, committee chair, "the committee didn't feel certain enough about any of the candidates to make a recommen- dation." The 1989-90 school year began with an interim dean, Catherine Sims, and a smaller Dean Search Committee. The committee was reduced to five people: Dr. Sheehey, Dr. Peggy (continued on page 4) Page 2 THE PROFILE Friday, February 23, 1990 [E|LWr|olRri^ Biology Professors Urge Peryam to Consult General Textbook Dear Editor: As two geneticists on campus, we feel a need to respond to the misuse and misinterpretation of simple genetic concepts by Ms. Peryam in the December 8 and February 9 issues of the Profile. The response of the students who had familiarity with genetics should have pre- vented the columnist from using genetic concepts without C< >n Mil ting at least a general biology textbook. While the X and Y chromo- somes are called the sex chro- mosomes, and human females are XX and human males are XY, geneticists do not think of chromosomes as being male or female. Sex determination is a particularly intriguing subject, and biologists have not clarified the exact role of the Y chromosome in sex determina- tion. In the clinical record, there are examples of XY human females and XX human males. We must be cautious in our approach to gender differences. Human beings are too complex (thank goodness) to be simply thought of as "male" or "female." The columnist should also be careful of her conclusions dmwn from the fact that 75% m Officer Curtis Parrott The Department ol Public Safety will be conducting several rape prevention classes in February and March. The classes will be held on Thursday, February 22, 1990 at 4:00 p.m. in ehe \k -Kinney date parlor of Main, Tuch1.iv, February 22, WO u 4:00 p.m. in the Walters lobby and Monday, March 12, 1990 at 7 p.m. in the Inman K >bby. We encourage all students wanting to know more about this subject to attend one of the classes. Governor Joe Frank Harris has pu\ I aimed the week of Februan 26, 1990-March 2, 1990 Severe We.it her Awareness Week in the state of Georgia. Activities during this week are designed to educate C ie >rgi,ins aK >ui weather safety preparedness and response procedures tor a variety ot severe weather events such as severe thunderstonns, floods, and tornadoes. In addition to publicizing weather safety of human chromosomes are the X chromosome. Actually, 75% of the sex chromosomes are X, but only about 3% of all human chromosomes are X. It one wanted to twist the analogies, one could (wrongly) state that since sex determina- tion is primarily due to the presence or absence of the Y, then the Y must be the domi- nant (read: superior) chromo- some and thus reason that there is a genetic basis for male domination of females and a male God. Of course neither of us believe this, but it illustrates why an uneducated public can be subject to the misuse of so- called ''scientific" tacts. The detailed story of Ronald and Nancy Reagan and astrology can wait for another day, but it illustrates the potential danger of pseudoscience. XYY males may indeed be represented in a higher propor- tion in the prison population than in the general male population, but it is a very small proportion. There is a correlation between violence and XYY chromosomes, but we must take into account the effects of culture on the physical manifestations of these chromosomal effects. There are many XYY males who are not imprisoned and some of you may have dated one. We must be careful not to fall into the trap of prejudging people according to their chromo- measures through local news media, a statewide tornado drill is scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, 1990. The drill will be held at a time determined by the National Weather Service. Agnes Scott College will be participating in this drill. The Department of Public Safety will be coordinating the evacuation i >1 pcrsi >nncl to shelter areas (see the tornado plan). Anyone with questions about this event should contact the Department of Public Safety at ext. 6355. The Department of Public Safety lias taken a vide< > inventory of the art works belonging to the College. This inventory reflects the name of the work, the artist, and its k nation on campus. Aperiodic Inspection ot this Inventory will be conducted to ensure that locations do not change. Please do not move art works without notifying the Department ot Public Safety in advance so we can keep our inventory list correct. Letters somes. A liberally educated person should have access to knowl- edge, know how to discriminate between the credibility of sources, and to think critically about the conclusions to which these sources have arrived or cause the reader to arrive. At least a passing familiarity with or review of our general biology textbook would have possibly prevented such misuse. As geneticists, we feel that such simplistic use of biological by Elizabeth Peryam "I am a protestant... in that I protest." Mark Twain Inviting the [C]atholic Archbishop to speak at our convocation was like inviting Simon Legree to speak at Spelman. As women, none of us will ever be considered worthy enough to be allowed to speak in his church. These are the men who believe that we are so despicable we cannot be priests ourselves, nor marry those who can. They are, however, quite willing to meddle with our lives whether we belong to their church or not. These patriarchs have evermore considered women as men's property to be con- trolled. Less than a month and halt after the Archbishop spoke here, he led a flock ot his bleating sheep down to the State C apitol trying to reduce all ot us to mere breeding stock by making abortion illegal in the name ot Jesus. These men information ignores the sub- stantial contribution of the environment to human behavior. We must not lay the blame for who or what we are solely on our biology, but strive to change our cultural structure so that we applaud our achievements as humans who have a common biologi- cal heritage, and celebrate our biological diversity which should be meaningless when it comes to our role in contem- porary society. seem to want us to believe they have God on a leash. But anyone who has read the scriptures knows that nowhere did Jesus say that he came that we might be enslaved for life by a stray sperm cell. If you read closely enough in the context of the times, you will find that *gasp* Jesus was a feminist. "You have chosen the best part," Jesus said to Marthas sister, Mary. To me, that means that we were meant to have the right to choose the patterns of our lives. Do I remember correctly. 7 Didn't the people who founded the United States come here to escape the tyranny of the church? Don't we have a constitutional amendment against the mixing of church and state? Is this man's opinion of what-God-wants supposed to dictate the way we live our lives? Whereas we Wi hi Id not dream of forcing abortions upon anyone, the [CJatholic church would force us by law to commit twenty years or more of our futures to Sincerely, Patricia McGuire White Harry Wistrand Department of Biology Do you have a gripe? Send your suggestions, concerns, and any comments to The Profile editor box 764. accommodate their own personal beliefs. Aren't we supposed to have freedom of religion in this country? You would think that, as an African-American, the man would have compassion toward Other oppressed peoples. But perhaps he is too pale and too male to be compassionate. Funny this church should suddenly be "pro-life." This is the same hierarchy who burned millions ol women at the stake and collaborated with Hitler in the destruction of the Jews, gypsies and gays. They have ruthlessly at- tempted to destroy all competi- tion by killing all possible followers of other religions across the earth. Hardly what I would call "pro-life*" But what is it like to grow up in a [CJatholic family that, unlike many of them, uses no birth control? It drove Sister Mary Ignatius a little crazy. Bui come to the next Blackfri- ars production where Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All For You. THE PROFILE The Independent Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott College 7 he Profile is published biweekly throughout the academic year. The views expressed in the editorial section are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of the student body, faculty, or administration. m m AGNES SCOTT Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Burger Associate Editor - - Michelle Roberts Copy Editor Kristin Lemmerman News Editors Laura Shaeffer, Erika Stamper Features Editor Angie Tacker Asst. Features Editor Kristin Lemmerman Arts and Entertainment Editor Jean Wilson Photography Editor Barbie Stitt Business Manager Laura Williams Advertising Manager Pamela Muse Circulation Manager Wendy Schulz The Profile Agnes Scott College Box 764 Decatur, GA 30030. Printed by Chapman Press, Atlanta, GA Editor's Note: The Pmfk always welcomes comments, criticism, and suggestions. Letters t< the Editor should be Signed, typed double-spaced, or on disk and submitted to Box 764. Names will be withheld upon request. Public Safety News Time Traveler "I am a protestant .. in that I protest." Friday, February 23, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 3 PHOTO BY ANGIE SHAPARD Profile Sweeps Press Awards Ceremony by Kristin Lemmerman Braving tornado watches and severe thunderstorms on February 16th, the 1989 editorial staff of The Profile trekked to UGA for the Georgia Collegiate Press Association Awards. Awards were given both to schools and individuals. Agnes Scott competed on the college B level as opposed to junior or college A against smaller Georgia colleges. The Profile brought home a total of seven awards, including a first place for layout and design. A first place was also received for best review in the individual category. Students for Black Awareness Sponsor Insightful Banquet By Kech Payne Students for Black Awareness (SBA) held its annual banquet on February 10 as a commemo- ration of the contributions and achievements of African- Americans. Dr. Bernita Berry, Agnes Scott College assistant professor of sociology, was the honorary speaker at SBA's banquet. Dr. Berry opened her speech by announcing the imminent release of Nelson Mandela on Sunday. Her announcement produced cries of joy and promise. "I can remember before Black History Month there was Black History Week. And, to my knowledge there was nothing at all [before that]," she stated. However, her speech focused primarily on the choices. "Dr. Berry's speech hit the spot. We all have to make choices. We all have a different road to follow," said freshman Delvory Gordon. Dr. Berry sent a message not only of black pride but also one of self-pride. She made it clear that being pro-self does not mean that one is anti-anyone else. The banquet concluded with SBA Historian Kim Compoc urging all guests and SBA members not to forget the accomplishments of African- Americans. Gifts were presented in appreciation to Karen Green, Director of Student Activities, Brenda Jones, Assistant Director of Student Activities, and Ruby Perry- Adams, Coordinator of Office Services. "It [SBA's banquet] was insightful," exclaimed Delvory. Career Corner by Adriane Creety To get a job or to go to graduate school, that is the question. For juniors trying to make up their minds, Career Planning and Placement will host a three night series of workshops in March which will assist juniors in preparing for the future. The first workshop, held on March 6, is entitled "Graduate School vs. the Job Market." For those considering graduate school, a workshop on March 7 will provide information on how to prepare now, including standardized test information. For those planning to work after graduation, the last workshop, on March 8, will assist you with questions about resume writing, interviewing, and more. All three workshops will be held from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Career Library in Main. As part of a consortium next fall with 14 other colleges, Agnes Scott will participate in a career fair entitled "Career Opportunities '90." The program will be held at the Georgia Interna itonal Conve- ntional Trade Center on November 9 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. This free program is open to juniors, seniors, and alumnae. With over 50 companies represented at the fair, intern- ship and full-time job opportuni- ties will abound. Avail yourself of the information and job contacts this program offers by submitting a resume to Career Planning and Placement by October. Agnes Scott will submit a resume booklet to company representatives who will be present to chat informally with you about opportunities avail- able with their companies. Mortar Board to Begin Annual Project by Susan Adams Mortar Board's annual winter project will be held February 24, March 3, and March 10. This year the members of Mortar Board will be volunteering their time to the Prison Ministries with Women, Inc. By splitting their time between the Elizabeth Fry House and the Ministries office at the Martha Brown United Methodist Church, Mortar Board will help in making repairs and improvements at both places. Prison Ministries with Women was formally incorporated in 1987. The organization helps women, recently freed from prison, adjust to the free world. The Elizabeth Fry House is a transitional environment tor these women. The women are instructed in acquiring job skills, living habits, and other skills necessary for rehabilitation. Through this program, the women are also kept from being homeless. There will be a sign up sheet in the dining hall for all those who wish to volunteer their time for this project. A fifteen person limit will be observed on each Saturday for the project. Mortar Board is also asking for donations of career and larger sized clothes in good condition for the program. For more information on the project, to make a donation, or to volunteer, contact Mortar Board members Marsha Michie or Karen Anderson. EFFECTIVE NON- LETHAL PERSONAL DEFENSE These Stun Guns provide 65,000 volts, an effective deterrent to would - be assailants. If physically assaulted, press the stun gun against the attackers throat, abdomen or groin, then press the power switch the stun gun delivers an excruciating, disorienting shock to the attacker (it's effective through a layer of clothes, as well). Compact, lightweight, durable, includes spring - type belt clip. Weighs only 6 oz., 5.5" long, 2" wide. Requires one 9 -volt Ni-Cad battery (not included). Two stun gun models available: curved (#1820), and straight (#1821); $25.95 each. 9V Ni-Cad battery, with charger (#1825) $12.95 100% guaranteed, or your money promptly refunded. Mastercard & VISA accepted, please add $4 per order for shipping. Call or write TAPCO Student Offer, PO Box 575, Powder Springs, GA 30073 (404)434-8733. TRACKSIDE TAVERN 3 1 3 East College Avenue (Across the street) Page 4 THE PROFILE Friday, February 23, 1990 Proposed Bill to Prohibit Underage Entrance to Bars PHOTO BY BARBIE ST1TT by Julie Darnell A bill recently passed through Georgia's House of Representa- tives that would prohibit people under 2 1 from entering a bar. The proposition of this bill is a result of the shooting and deaths of two teenagers, ages 16 and 17, that occurred outside a bar in the Atlanta area. According to Atlanta Democrat Frank Redding of Decatur, had this bill been in effect, the deaths of these teenagers could have been prevented. This is despite the fact that the dispute occurred outside the bar and involved drug*. It the bill passes, it will be impossible for anyone under 2 1 to enter a bar even if he or she is not drinking. Many places in Atlanta featuring bands, like the Little Five Points Pub or Avondale Towne Cinema, would be off- limits. At the moment it is not illegal for a person under 21 to enter a bar like Grumpy s or Rash's, although it is illegal for them to be served alcohol. Many college students disagree with this bill, because it would be prohibiting them from a popular pastime without providing an alternative. Wendy Ward '92 made the comment that u if you're inside a closed club there is more control on what goes on, whether or not drinking is allowed, than if you are at a party or someone's house." Says Kelea Poole '93, "It seems to me that if they pass this legislation there is going to be more of a problem with fake I.D.s. They ought to just crack down on the ones who do serve to minors and leave the others alone." The State Administrator of Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Mrs. Sybil Collins, was not fully informed on the bill but stated that "if the bill could save one life then I would support it." However, she went on to say that there should be more alternatives offered. The bill passed through the House of Representatives with a margin of 102 to 3 and has now moved on to the Senate. Chainnan of the Senate Consumer Affairs Committee, Senator Arthur Langford, could not be reached tor comment. However, the Secretary of Consumer Affairs stated that the bill has not passed through committee yet, but will be up soon. This means that anyone who has a concern about the bill still has time to call let their opinions be known. The bill is #1236 and the phone numbers of some of the committee members are listed below. Let them know you are concerned about this issue that will affect you. Chainnan-Arthur Langford, Jr. 656-0048 Vice-Chair Frank Albert, 656-0056 Secretary-Hildred Shumake, 656-0082 Albert Scott, 656-0064 David Scot, 656-0090 HAIR /NC; HAIRSTYLES FOR MEN & WOMEN Award- Winning Nail Tech 404/373^5478 We Offer Student Discounts 1 14 E. Ponce De Leon Decatur, GA 30030 (Next to Buck's) Coach Peterson and the tennis team strike a natural pose on the courts: Tennis Team Begins Season February 27th by Kate Simpkins Agnes Scott tennis is once again underway. With the addition of a few anxious new members and help from our "veterans," we are aspiring to a winning season. In the beginning weeks everyone was a little rusty. Ben Gay became a friend to us all. Yet, that is only proof that all the players have worked their hardest. It seems to be paying off as long hours of practice and drills get easier day by day. Right now, challenge play is taking place in preparation for our first match. Members of the spring season's team are: freshmen Jamie Gilreath, Cara Lawson, Crystal Couch, Kristin Louer, Adrienne Vanek, Cathy Alexander, Kate Simpkins, Randi Manning, and Angie McElaine; sophomores Angie McElwee and Talin Keyfer; juniors, Kristy Jay, Carol Duke, and Susan Cowan; and one surviving senior, Tracy Perry. Long hours have been spent preparing for our first home match. On February 27 at 2:00, we will take on West Georgia. Dean (continued from page I ) Thompson, Dr. Sandra Bowden, Dean Hudson, and Lauren Fowler. They began the search by placing the same article in The Chronicle of Higher Education. They also sent letters to the presidents of all the liberal arts I and II colleges in the United States asking for their recom- mendations!. By mid-September the committee had received nearly 85 cuniculum vitae. After reading these vitaes and carrying out nearly 20 telephone inter- Psychology Students (continued from page I ) The liberal arts degree offers a more diverse background. Her psychology background has enabled her to develop more efficient skills in analyzing, understanding, and resolving problems. Caroline told the audience that she changed her major several times but she "fell head over heels in love with psychol- ogy." Once in graduate school, she realized other schools are not like this one. "The Agnes Scott psychology department requires more writing, reading, and research skills other colleges never do." Ana said her only two obstacles were "getting through Agnes Scott and finding a job after graduate school." She advised the students to get as much experience as they can. Added experience through internships, shadow programs, and externships are a plus on resumes. As a public relations profes- sional, psychology gave Nancy the edge to help her know her audience. Being an outstand- ing faker is another skill she values. This, too, was learned through her experiences as a psychology major. She told the audience that an Agnes Scott graduate is prepared to "go forth and do." views, the committee began bringing in more candidates for short campus interviews. These interviews took place through- out the month of December and the entire month of January. From these interviews the committee will choose the best qualified candidates to come in for two-day interviews in which the candidates will meet with the faculty, department heads, administrative staff, and students. The committee will chmse the three most qualified and present them, in unranked order, to President Schmidt, by a projected date no later than March L The president will present her choice to the Board of Trustees for their approval. The new dean will then assume the office no later than July 1, 1990. Until that time, the search for the dean of the college at Agnes Scott goes on. The current Dean Search Committee has worked its way through more than 120 vitae, 35 telephone interviews, and 1 3 campus interviews. Friday, February 23, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 5 Exchange Student Describes Authentic Chinese Eating by Jin Liu Chinese food is the best in the world. Anybody who doubts this statement has never sat down to a Chinese banquet and tasted three or four of the more than one hundred different ways of cooking chicken, fish covered -with vegetables and candied seaweed, and any one of the other countless genuine Chinese dishes. At a true Chinese dinner, there are no plates. Instead, various dishes are placed in the center of the table. It may be surprising at first to have everybody eating from the same dish, but it is perfectly sanitary. By using the chopsticks cor- rectly, you only touch the food you pick up. One never scoops. There is a philosophical reason for everybody eating out of the same dish. The common bowls invite a feeling of familiar- ity. It also tends to give more satisfaction to bring all those dishes to the same table, just as community singing is more fun than each person singing in a corner by himself. The Chinese name for chopsticks is "kuai zi." Chop- sticks are easier to use than a fork, reducing the effort of eating to a minimum. You need only one hand. One chopstick is held firmly between the thumb and the forefinger and braced by the middle finger, while the other chopstick is balanced by the thumb and the middle and the ring finger. With this technique you can pick exactly what you want. Sometimes when friends dine in our homes, we bring out our "family silver": solid ivory chopsticks which have been handed down from one generation to the next. Some are tipped with appropri- ate verses praising food, nature, and all that is lovely. There isn't that frightening array of forks and spoons found at Western fonnal dinners, and you don't have to stop to think whether you select the forks from the outside to work in or the inside to work out. When guests arrive for dinner at a Chinese home, cocktails are served, which may There isn't that frightening array of forks and spoons found at Western formal dinners, and you don't have to stop to think whether you select the forks from the outside to work in or the inside to work out. include Chinese drinks, pieces of ginger, spicy cakes and bits of seven-year-old eggs. That's the time for conversation. About the time all the best stories have been told, dinner is served. A banquet differs somewhat from an ordinary dinner. The dishes are all served at once. Rice is always served, and it comes at the end of the meal. Rice is brought in just in case you haven't already had enough to eat. But after twenty or more dishes, rice becomes a symbol, and not a dire necessity. A soup is served after several dishes. More dishes, another soup and thus it goes. You get a few nibbles of this, a few nibbles of that. The varied dishes in a perfect menu stimulate appetite, but don't worry. Chinese food is less fattening than Western food. Another interesting Chinese custom is centered around food as well. One day I might call you: "I am coming for dinner tonight." Your husband, who answered the phone, would probably cover the receiver with his hand and turn to you, "It's Jin, she wants to come to dinner." You answer, "Fine come alone." "I'm bringing five friends with me," I continue. You groan. '"Six of them. ..I can't. It's four o'clock now. I can't prepare a dinner for that many... I don't see how " '"I will be there in an hour or so. Don't cook anything. Just get out the pots and pans. I'm bringing the dinner and I am going to cook it. See you soon." And I hang up. It's rather a Chinese way to invite yourself to a friend's house, buy and cook the dinner for everyone, and bring along a group of your friends, too. Thus, there are two hosts at one party, and every- body has a good time. So whenever Chinese friends invite themselves to dinner at your home, you should never be busy preparing your food. That's the Chinese way of coming to dinner. It means no preparation, nothing to do but enjoy yourself, and we are having a lot of fun, too. Back in the USSR: We Don't Know How Lucky We Are by Layli Miller I stood at a window at Kennedy Airport surrounded by a group of strangers with whom I was to spend the next three weeks. We were full or hope, student ambassadors ready to be awed by a new culture. We were all about to leave for the Soviet Union. My first view of the Soviet Union was disappointing. Just as I had feared, it looked like the stereotype portrayed in the movies. All of the cars and buildings looked alike. Every- thing insight was mediocre, nothing special. There was an awful smell that permeated Moscow, adding to the depress- ing atmosphere. People slowly walked in the streets, keeping their eyes on the cracks in the pavement. No one seemed to be in a hurry. People dressed alike, obviously not trying to distinguish themselves from others by their appearance. The Soviets seemed to have an inner peace. Nobody was too radical. They all looked very calm. From asking around I discovered that many of them lead peaceful lives. Their daily challenge was to acquire the bare necessities; once that was achieved, they were content. If a Soviet does possess an inner drive to succeed and excel, he is usually found in the black market. However, several events during my stay challenged that impression of calm I had received. In one instance, I was walking down the street with some American friends from my delegation. We were acting typically "American," talking loudly and smiling at those who stared at us. I turned around to see a man running away from an older woman. She was yelling through bloody hands that covered her face. I waved the others' attention to her limp body. We gathered around her and tried to offer help by taking out our tissues and extra toilet paper which we always kept handy. She looked threatened, resisting our attempts and motioning violently for us to leave. I looked around and observed the other Soviets passing by. No one took notice. They tried not to gaze on the circle of teenagers around the old woman, as if they might discover something they wouldn't want to know. This event was no big deal in the Soviet Union. Finally, we all stood back in frustration and let the woman run off without receiving any help. Another day, I was exposed to a liberal side of the Soviet Union. My escort, a black marketeer, and I walked down the streets of Riga, Latvia. The rest of my group was escorted to another town miles outside of Riga on less than an hour's notice. Because I was away from the group when they were taken, I was able to stay inside the city and witness the day's excitement. In the morning I had seen flags being hung outside of every house's door. There were two flags: one, I later learned, the outlawed national flag; the other, the flag of the Soviet Republic of Latvia. The town began to congre- gate to the center of the square where the statue of Lenin, pointing east, dwelled (as in each city). By afternoon a thousand people stood, all chanting in Latvian and holding their outlawed national flag high. Then the crowd began to drift away from the statue. They marched toward the bridge that would take them to the west side of the city. Arriving at the statue of freedom, which pointed to the west, a concert of singing, yelling, and clapping began. They were protesting for their freedom. Thousands of Latvians wanted their independence. They didn't want their children to have to learn Russian in school or be governed by their superiors who lived in Moscow. Just as the day was ending and the excitement seemed to die down, a rush of tension spread throughout the crowd, as people moved around anxiously and began rolling up their flags. I scanned the area over a hundred heads and saw Soviet policemen marching toward the protesters. Following their example, I began to roll up the flag that my friend and I had been given. An older woman grabbed my arm and said, "You Americanca" and brought my flag out again. People started gathering around me when they found out that I was American, smiling, patting me on the back, yelling "Americanca" and holding my flag up high. I felt very proud to be an American and realized that this freedom that they wanted was the same one that I live with everyday. An issue that affected me more than the passive attitude of the people, or the impersonal relationship between the govern- ment and the governed, was the woman's role in Soviet society. After talking to several Soviet women I began to understand part of their dilemma. A woman in the Soviet Union has had an average of eight abortions in her life. 92% of the doctors are women and are not paid half as much as a male engineer. Being a doctor is considered a degrading job, one for a woman, because doctors work with the sick and tend to those who cannot tend for themselves. That is a woman's job. In normal domestic life, women are expected to work long hours and care for their own children. The traditional role that still exists in the Soviet family expects her to take care of all the household chores regardless of any other responsi- bilities that she might have. Men rarely help, despite the fact that their wives must work the same hours that they do. The impression of the Soviet Union that I have today was truly formulated after I returned to the States. There is an evil that precipitates around the population in the Soviet Union. They unite against that evil to support each other, finding consolation in knowing that, although they're not justly treated, they're going through it together. The way that they walk down the street arm in arm gives you that feeling and it makes you smile. The Soviet population seems to me to be slowly breaking out of their bubble. Page 6 THE PROFILE Friday, February 23, 1990 PHOTO BY BARBIE ST1TT "What is an... by Misty Leigh Sanner ENARRATION (e na rashen) Margymae Mayo: "An 'enarration' is a rash." Layli Miller: "An 'enarration' is something you do in small amounts at a time so you won t offend anyone." Gina Pursell: "An 'enarra- tion' is a diatribe (i.e., when someone rails against some- thing)." Professor Myrtle Lewin: "Well, a narration is a speech, so an 'enarration' must be a repetition of this act!'"' Leave it to a person who was raised speaking true "English" to figure out this week's baffling terni (and in such a logical manner!). An enarration is a detailed exposition or descrip- tion. Maybe Professor Lewin knew what this meant because she gives them so wonderfully! Something New Has Been Added This year Decatur Conference Plaza Only 1 mile from Agnes Scott Indoor Pool with Whirlpool Fitness Center Shuttle SeiVtCe Av ailable 1 *,()()() Square Foot Conference Plaza All-American Cafe Restaurant Reunion spoils bar and patio Call to inquire about out spec ial Agnes Scoti rates 130 Clairmont Avenue (404) 371-0204 Sophomores to Receive Rings in 64-year Tradition by Amy Lovell It happens every spring. Otherwise perfectly normal sophomores take leave of their senses, become goo-goo eyed, and just plain flip over a little piece of black rock. Where, when, and HOW did this madness start. 7 In 1926, a few short years before the Great Depression, the tradition began: the first exuberant students received their Agnes Scott class rings. At that time, the rings were entirely gold. The esteemed black onyx was not incorporated into the design until 1935. Since 1935 there have been few changes in the design. Each year, a ring committee selects the style which most accurately reflects the character of the class. The ring is traditionally gold with a square onyx stone; however, the committee chooses the script, the height of the stone, and the style of the trim. As the rings have evolved, so have the customs sunounding their introduction. Members of the sophomore class fervently vie for coveted positions on the ring committee. Those fortunate enough to attain one of these positions then spend months making decisions which will forever alter the future of their ring fingers. Mayhem continues as the class begins to order (and to worry about how to finance) the anticipated article of jewelry. When the long-awaited day ' arrives, sophomores gather at a ceremony to witness "the unveiling of the ring." From thence the "official Agnes Scott students" with ring-adomed hands fling themselves upon the rest of the campus. After a few days of "Oh let me see...!" "I really like our style the best..." and "Can I try yours on. 7 " the campus settles back down to the prosaic. The only reminders of the great event past are occasional proud stares at the hand, and shiny class rings carefully buffed with a tee shirt. Students Learn Art of Nonviolence at King Center Conference by Layli Miller The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change sponsored the 4th Annual National College and University Student Conference January 11 through January 15, 1990. The conference welcomed students of major colleges and universities from all over the United States as well as England and Africa. Students came to share their experiences, fears, and ques- tions about dealing with these issues ( m i heir campuses. The conference provided a forum for open and frank discussion about racial, women's, environ- mental, and other social issues with students and distinguished civil rights leaders. The students' racially and ideologically diverse back- grounds led to interesting and heated debate. Yet everyone was there because they believed in the King dream, and w ith that common ground any internal differences were resolved. Workshops and discussion groups were led by leaders trained in nonviolence. The groups learned about civil rights history. They also learned how to motivate themselves with religion and determinat ion to remain nonviolent in the face of violence, and how the activists' techniques could be applied on their own campuses. Included among the group leaders and speakers were such civil rights activists as Bcrnice King, Coretta Scott King, Jesse Jackson, Jr., Andrew Young, Dr, Bernard LaFayetie, and Chmg Tong. Ching Tong, who has recently escaped from China, was an active pro-democracy student. He was the grand marshal of the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday parade this year. Ching Tong is most likely to be remembered as the protestor who pushed an older man away from a group of moving tanks and stcxxl in his place for three- hours. By the end of the conference, it was clear that the art of nonviolence is not a theory that requires understanding in order to be practiced efficiently. It is a state of mind that requires much internal reflection and transfor- mation in order to change the hearts of those who need it the most. Friday, February 23, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 7 30 Years Later: Minorities Continue to Struggle for freedom BY MlCHELE A. BaRARI) The civil rights movement is not dead. Not only are there direct influences from the past reviving a sluggish and disillusioned group of new-age leaders, hut today we are also seeing more people our own age studying the words of lost leaders and asking tough questions of themselves and America. Spike Lee, a controversial young hlack director, used a quote from Martin Luther King, Jr. and a quote from Malcolm X to end his movie Do the Right Thing. As a result, the viewers were forced to think about the differences in their philosophies. This is only one place where the influence of Malcolm X is evident in a new generation of African-Americans. Malcolm X, even 25 years after his death, is a controversial figure in African-American history. He was, and is still, a vital force in the African-American civil rights movement. Malcolm X was born Malcolm Little in Omaha, Nebraska on May 19, 1925. He grew up in a religious and politically aware home. His father, Earl Little, was a minister who subscribed to the ideas of Marcus Garvey ideas that eventually led to his death. The family split up and Malcolm ended up living with a half-sister in Boston. Malcolm was an excellent student; however, he fell into the crime scene in Harlem and was sent to prison for burglary. During his prison term, Mal- colm was converted to the Nation of Islam, commonly known as the Black Muslims. Upon release, Malcolm adopted the name Malcolm X, dropping his "slave name." He soon became known around the United States and abroad as a leader and spokesperson for the Black Muslims. In the early days of the civil rights struggle, Malcolm X spoke out as vigorously against blacks who attempted to do well within the white system as he did about the injustices perpe- trated by whites against blacks, calling for separation of blacks from the oppressive white system. What is frequently over- looked in the historical ac- counts and in the minds of those old enough to remember Malcolm X is that he was constantly studying his faith. This study led him to the city of Mecca, where he discovered that there are Muslims of all races. This revelation caused him to reevaluate his concepts about America and about whites in general. Shortly before his death, Malcolm had started to formu- late and to preach a concept of cooperation with more moderate civil rights organizations in order to achieve more tar-reaching results. Unfortunately, this evolution of thought was not speedy enough to stay Malcolm's enemies. On February 21, 1965, while beginning to deliver a speech to the Organization of Afro- American Unity, Malcolm X was shot and killed. He was forty years old. The argument has been made by angered African-Americans that our dynamic young leaders are publicly maligned and killed. The argument can be supported. We have in the last 25 years seen two great leaders, Malcolm X and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., assassinated. The white leaders who have tried to help the cause of equality have also been murdered. Present day leaders of the African- American causes are constantly threatened with violence and death. A new wave of violence against minorities and our defenders has brought us into the 1990s. Each of us must struggle with the realization that if the civil rights movement is dead then we, as a people, may well be also. StreetBeat Compiled by Barbie Stitt The Question: How would you define discrimination? Eve Allen Class of 1992 1 think discrimination involves judging someone else's behavior purely on the basis of your own personal values, beliefs, and feelings. Alaina Williams Class of 1993 Discrimination is being treated, judged, or looked upon differently because of your race, color, religion, or social class status. Amna Jaffer Class of 1990 Discrimination is when the sex, race, or nationality of an individual influences others to make assumptions about that in- dividual's personality or character... or for others to treat that individual "differently" because that individual does not fit into their scheme. Natasha Singh Class of 1991 Discrimination is being treated differently. The differences do not need to be grand. [It] could be that little subtle difference: a look, the manner of talking. Patricia Schopfer Class of 1993 Discrimination, in today's society, is simply a case of widespread ignorance. Days Inn Decatur is now offering "Agnes Scott Sophomore Parents' Weekend Special" Located at 1-20 Exit 36 (Wesley Chapel Road) five miles from campus via Columbia Drive. T Rates are: $32 for one to four people per room (plus tax) T Color Cable TV with HBO and FREE maps to campus. Call 288-71 10 today and ask for the "Agnes Scott Special" Surviving Agnes Scott Often Requires Something More Than a Lrt rayed by Amna Jaffer. Her young pupil, Thomas, will be played by Matthew McClain, a student at Woodward Academy. During the play, four of Sister Mary's From $299.00 R.T. air, R.T. transfers, 7 nights hotel, cruise beach parties, free lunch, free admissions, hotel taxes & more. Organize small group earn FREE TRIP. For more information, call toll free (800) 344-8360 or in Ct. (800) 522^6286. Friday, February 23, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 1 1 Band Exposes the Truth, or Why Betty's Not a Vitamin by Mary Frances Kerr Any doubts about the sophomore class's ability to party were dispelled at the February 9 band party. Students attending the bash were greeted by the jumping tunes of Betty's Not a Vitamin, a Mardi Gras theme, and hordes of other dancing, yes, dancing, students. One of the main factors attributing to the lively mood was the uniquely named band, who rocked the crowd with R.E.M.-type sounds and spurred lots of audience participation. Playing to the crowd, the enthusiastic band treated students to harmonica and accordion solos, all liberally peppered with personality. They backed their energetic per- fonnance with talent and ability which was definitely appreciated by all in attendance. When asked about the interesting name, a band member informed this investiga- tive reporter that it came from that infamous omission in Flintstone's vitamins. Observant students everywhere know that Betty Rubble, wife of Barney, is indeed NOT a vitamin. Students responded to the atmosphere of the party. Junior Susan Cowan commented, "I think it was the best band party we've had all year. I hope it was a financial success for the sophomores as well." The money made by this sophomore fundraiser will be used to help pay for Sophomore Parents' Weekend, coming up in early March. Calendar of Events Theatre Academy Theatre: Currently presenting Pantomime, through March 4. Call 982-0880 for ticket information. The Alliance: Currently presenting Fences. Rush tickets are available for $9.50 at 5:00 p.m. on the day of the show with a student i.d. Opening March 3, 1990: Gal Baby by Sandra Deer. Horizon Theatre: Currently presenting Beautiful City through April 29. A fairy tale about nasty developers versus city residents. Call 584-7450 for ticket informa- tion. Jomandi Productions, Inc: Currently presenting Josephine Live! through March 4 at Acad- emy Theatre. Call 876-6346 for more infonnation. Neighborhood Playhouse: Opening March 2: Social Security, a recent Broadway hit. Tickets are $8.00 for students. Call 373-531 1 for ticket information. Theatrical Outfit: Currently presenting Baby With the Bathwa- ter through February 24. Student tickets are $5.00. Call 872-0665 for infonnation. Theatre League of Atlanta: Lily Tomlin in The Search For SigiK Of Intelligent Life In The Win A Hawaiian Vacation or Big Screen TV Plus Raise Up To $1,400 In Just 10 Days! Objective: Fundraiser Commitment: Minimal Money: Raise $1,400 Cost: Zero Investment Campus organization, clubs, frats, sororities call OCMC at 1 -800-93 2-05 28 or 1-800-950-8472 ext. 10 Universe, February 2 1 through February 25. Call 873-4300 for information*, or usher since it's at the Fox. The Underground Theatre: Opening March 29: Harvey. Call 634-5134 for more infonna- tion. Musical Performances Agnes Scott College: Joyce and Jacque will return to perform in the Alston Center, February 27. Carol Lyn Butcher, flutist. In recital March 1, 8:15 p.m., Mac- Lean Auditorium, Presser Hall. Robin Hensley, organist. In recital March 4, 5:30 p.m., Thatcher Chapel, Alston Center. St. Luke's Episcopal Church: Dinner show, featuring Broadway show tunes. Runs February 16-18 and 23-25. Call 873-5427 for information. Southeastern Savoyards: The Goivloliers at the Center Stage Theatre, February 16-18 and 23-25. Tickets are $18.00. Call 233-7002 for information. Galleries Agnes Scott College: Cur- rently showing "Perceptions of Five" in the Dalton Gallery of Dana Fine Arts Building, through February 24- Opening March 5, student art exhibit. The Atlanta College of Art: Currently showing outstanding student works in all media through March 13. Call 898-1 1 57 for more information. High Museum of Art: Currently showing "Treasures from the Fitzwilliam Museum." The High Museum of Art at the Georgia Pacific Center: Currently showing "Moving," the folk art of Mattie Lou O'Kelley through April 1 5. "Cool Abstractions" through April 13. (r-lotsiDAY- FRIOAyJ) (Vi Orsi - _S AT". ) ("PJES.- SAtO "^p* HOUR Teaturims... o_ \ ENTREE OF EQUAL. ORlNK WITH MAIN" ^ 1 p cctr v/yini* HEMO PURCHASE! | ..... GOOD txroo ii-JO-59 .[CUPON]. > B . | fcNTKfc-fc. U\r tJ^UAU . OR LESSER V4LUE.'. | I GOOD TWStOO II- JO 89 Calvert Johnson Performs French Organ Music by Helen Harber With a patriotic performance of "La Marsellaise," Dr. Calvert Johnson's recital of French organ music began on February 1 3 in Gaines Auditorium, in a continuation of Agnes Scott College's French Romantic Music Festival. "La Marsellaise" was sung by Rowena Renn, Jennifer Bridges, Ellen Chilcutt, and Lauri White, complete with classical togas and a backdrop of the French National Flag. Dr. Johnson's recital traced French organ music from its roots in popular revolutionary tunes though the development of intricate compositions and the grand symphonic style of the late nineteenth century. Selections were performed by composers including LeFabure- Wely, known for his patriotic marches, the classicist Boelly, and Lemmens, who is credited with raising the standards of organ playing in France. The recital also included pieces from the romantic St. Saens who, according to the program notes, was a champion of Wagner, Schumann, Bach, and Handel. The first half of the program then closed with a piece from Eugene Gigout. Dr. Johnson ended the evening's performance with Cesar Franck's "Grand Piece Symphonique" (c. 1860), an extended composition in three complex movements ending in a spirited, triumphant finale. His performance was received with enthusiasm by the audi- ence there was even one miniature French flag waving after the finale. . Miscellaneous Agnes Scott College: Dolphin Club Water Show. March 8 and 9, 8:15 p.m., Woodruff Physical Activities Building. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center: Currently showing "Feesh, Pappa, Feesh," a series of Ernest Heming- way portraits. Opening reception February 23, 7 to 9 p.m. For more information call 872-5338. Fernbank Science Center: "African Skies" explores the stars, myths, and legends from the perspective of the many people who inhabit the African conti- nent. Every Saturday and Sunday in February at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $1.00 for students. The Atlanta College of Art: Workshops on photography, pastel portraits, framing, and working with a Macintosh are now forming. Call 898-1 169 for more information. Jimmy Carter Presidential Library: The Best Government Money Can Buy, a film series. Call 33 1-0296 for a listing of the films and the dates they are presented. Joel Candler Harris Associa- tion needs volunteers for fund- raising, special events, etc. Call 753-7735 to enlist. Audition notice at Neighbor- hood Playhouse, March 1 1 and 1 2 at 7:30 p.m. Cold readings from the script, for the comedy Play On! by Rick Abbott. Woman Owned and Operated AUTO REPAIR SHOP AT LAST... A place where the METRO ATLANTA WOMAN can feel comfortable about her car care and her mechanic. 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Biology professor Patricia White had questioned a student involved in routine laboratory clean-up if she had placed glassware containing phenol and chloroform into an autoclave. An autoclave is sealed and heated to a high temperature to kill any bacteria, sterilizing the glassware. The student had indeed accidentally placed the suspected glassware into the autoclave. By the time Professor White reached the room, G-6, the odor was apparent. Physical Plant, Public Safety, and the Decatur Fire Department were notified, and the building was immediately evacuated. Phenol and chloroform are two chemicals that are commonly used in routine laboratory procedures. Professor White said, "It was nowhere near a worse- case scenario," but the depart- ment had to handle the situation as such. Chloroform is a common solvent. It is often used to dry clean and to strip wax floors. With long-term exposure, chloroform is a known carcino- gen. Chemistry professor Leon Venable said that in undergradu- ate school he washed glassware in chloroform to sterilize it. Phenol is also used as a long- term solvent. In high concentra- tions, it is used to dissolve plaster and polyester. It is highly corrosive and burns the skin with short-term contact. In the long run it can be absorbed into the skin. In low concentrations, phenol can be bought in stores and used topically for bug bites. Venable said that it "reacts with all sorts of things." Chloroform evaporates readily and is easily flushable. Phenol is not so easily flushable. Chloroform is not flammable, while phenol is flammable at high temperatures. One of the firemen on hand said, "There's no reaspn why those two would react with one another*" The fire department did not have the equipment necessary to clean up the chemicals, consider- ing nobody knew exactly how the chemicals were reacting, espe- cially with the lining of the autoclave. Russ Drew, Public Safety director, contacted Haztech, a state certified hazardous material clean up company. While Haztech was on the way, the fire department was trying to locate everyone who possibly came into contact with the fumes from the autoclave. Anyone in the building at the time of the accident was advised to take a shower and wash his or her clothes as quickly as possible. The longer the chemicals remained, the greater the potential that the phenol and chloroform could be absorbed into the skin. Four people were decontami- nated and taken to the hospital for tests. Alice Cunningham, chemistry professor, Biology professors Sandra Bowden and Patricia White, and custodian Bern ice Taylor were hosed down in front of the Woodruff Physical (continued on page 3) Rep Members Attend AIDS Conference in New Orleans by Tammy Shirley On February 13 and 14, four representatives from Agnes Scott attended the American College Health Association's HIV/AIDS Prevention Work- shop: The Challenge to College Campuses. The conference, which was held in New Orleans, Louisiana, was a two-day intensive informa- tion session designed to give faculty, staff, administrators, and Students adequate facts and com- munication devices with which to educate members of their campus communities. Director of Health Services Pat Murray, Athletic Director Doris Black, and SGA freshman and junior class representatives Ellie Porter and Tammy Shirley, respectively, attended from Agnes Scott. The keynote speaker for the conference was Richard P. Keeling, M.D., National AIDS Network president and director of student health services at the University of Virginia. In his address, Dr. Keeling made several interesting points. There are no high risk groups, only high risk behaviors. AIDS is often wrongly called a "gay" or a "druggie" disease. This percep- tion is ignorant and naive. Although homosexual males and intravenous drug users make up a large percentage of people with HIV/AIDS, heterosexuals and non-drug users can and do get AIDS. As a matter of fact, teenagers, women, and infants are the fastest growing groups of individuals with HIV/AIDS. There are three ways that HIV can be transmitted. One way is through sexual contact. Unprotected anal or vaginal intercourse has the highest risk factor; however, oral sex and artificial insemination can also transmit HIV. Another way to transmit HIV is through blood. Needle sharing for any reason, exposure to contaminated blood and blood products, and accidents in health care are the means of HIV transmission through blood. Lastly, HIV can be passed from a mother to her child while still in the womb, during birth, or through breast feeding. What are HIV and AIDS anyway? HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. It is the virus which precedes, and eventually causes, the onset of AIDS. AIDS is Acquired I mmunodef ic iency Syndrome . According to the American Health Association's "HIV/ AIDS Terminology," it is a "life- threatening form of HIV infection wherein the body's immune system is incapable of fighting off certain types of disease." HIV infection can be prevented in three ways. First, use assertive communication. Assertive communication is not asking "Who are you? Who have you slept with? Have you ever used intravenous drugs?" Assertive communication is asking "How far are we going to go? What are we going to do to protect ourselves against HIV infection?" In order to protect against HIV infection, alcohol and drug use must be separated from sexual activity. Alcohol can be considered the largest sexual lubricant on college campuses. Almost every participant in one survey of college students said that they had unwanted sexual contact, ranging from hand holding to intercourse, while under the influence of alcohol. Dr. Keeling stated that "College students know about AIDS information in their heads. But when they go out drinking, they don't know about AIDS in their groins." Remem- ber that when you have your beer goggles on, your perception of that someone-across-the-room is very different from your normal perception of them. (continued on page 3) Inside News Earth Day 1 990 Previewed Page 2 Editorials Letters to the Editor. . .Ad Nauseam Page 5&6 Features What's new, what's not at Agony Spot Page 8 Page 2 THE PROFILE Friday, March 9, 1990 Earth Day 1990 to Spur Environmental Awareness By Talin Keyfer Earth Day is a national grass- roots movement to focus public and press attention on the coun- try's environmental problems. On April 22, millions of people around the world will join to- gether in a demonstration of concern for the environment. Campus coalitions will play a crucial role. Campuses consume large amounts of energy and resources while generating alarming amounts of waste. In conjunction with the UCLA Comprehensive Project Group, Earth Day 1990 has launched an environmental audit program to evaluate the environmental practices of colleges and universities around the country. Agnes Scott's student commit- tee for Earth Day 1990 will be examining administrative policies pertaining to solid and hazardous waste, pesticide use, air and water pollution, and energy and water conservation. The single most important objective tor this twentieth anni- versary celebration is a worldwide public demonstration so over- whelming that it forces the polit- ical leadership of the world to join in a monumental cooperative effort to stop the deterioration of the planet and begin its restora- tion. The restoration ot our planet requires the immediate attention of every individual. Scientists have already detected a one degree Fahrenheit temperature increase, which may be a result of the greenhouse effect. Greenhouse gases act in a fashion similar to the windshield of a car parked in the sun, allow- ing light energy to pass through, but then trapping the re-emitted heat. The greenhouse effect occurs naturally, and without it the Earth would be ice-covered and uninhabitable. However, over the past Anti-SAT Movement Gains Key Support from Colleges College Press Service The anti-SAT (Scholastic Achievement Test) movement gained more steam January 24 as the leaders of almost 50 national education groups called on schools to stop giving students standardized, multiple choice tests. The groups, organized by FairTest, a Cambridge, Mass. based critic of the SAT, urged schools to create "performance portfolios" to replace standard- ized tests as measures of students' educational progress. Such a change, of course, would drastically alter the way colleges decide who to admit. "It would change things quite a bit," said Gretchen Young, assistant Jem of admissions at Georgia State University. Young, who says SAT and ACT scores help make fair judgments on potential students' success, predicts GSU would put more emphasis on students' high school courses, grade-point averages and extracurricular activities if test scores were abolished. Monty Neill of FairTest contended that, by relying on multiple choice test scores, schools, hoping to prove themselves by amassing high scores, have switched to teaching students how to pass memory tests instead of teaching them howto think. "Many high schools hire coaches [to help with the tests], and there is growing pressure in English and math classes to teach only what is on the tests," he charged. Neill, along with groups such as the American Federation of Teachers, Council for Basic Education and the Institute for EFFECTIVE NON - LETHAL PERSONAL DEFENSE These Stun Guns provide 65,000 volts, an effective deterrent to would - be assailants. If physically assaulted, press the stun gun against the attackers throat, abdomen or groin, then press the power switch - - the stun gun delivers an excruciating, disorienting shock to the attacker (it's effective through a layer of clothes, as well). Compact, lightweight, durable, includes spring - type belt clip. 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They agreed to report only the range of scores. Babson, Hampshire, Lewis and Clark, and Simmons colleges, Carnegie Mellon, Harvard, Syracuse, and Texas Christian universities, as well as the universities ot Michigan, Roches- ter, Tulsa, and Washington were among the schools that agreed to report ranges of scores. "That is better, but its still an extremely small step," Neill said. "It's more fair to report a range, but that's not the solution." Win A Hawaiian Vacation or Big Screen TV Plus Raise- Up To Si, 400 In Just 10 Days! Objective: Fundraiser Commitment: Minimal Money: Raise $1,400 Cost: Zero Investment Campus organization, clubs, frats, sororities call OCMC at 1-800-932-0528 or 1-800-950-8472 ext. 10 century, human practices have led to an increased buildup of greenhouse gases (carbon dioxide, me thane , c h lorofl uorocarbons , nitrous oxide, and gases that create tropospheric ozone). As global temperatures rise, life on earth will face a series of potentially disastrous threats. Precipitation will decrease in some areas, leading to crop failure and expanding deserts. Else- where, rainfall will increase, causing floods and erosion. Changes in habitat could lead to mass extinction of plants and animals that are unable to migrate to more compatible climates. Sea levels will rise, flooding coastal areas and causing salt water intrusion into coastal aquifers. Former Senator Gay lord Nel- son, co-chair of Earth Day 1990 and renowned as the "father" of the first Earth Day, says "The Cold War is over. It is time to stop the arms race and begin the race to save the planet." Earth Day 1990, recently approved. as a student committee of Rep Council, meets on Thurs- days at 7:00 in the Alston Center. What the health? CHOICES and Interdorm Provide the Answer by Teresa Ramirez Are you concerned about your health. 7 CHOICES and Interdorm are sponsoring a community- wide Health Fair April 5 in the Alston Campus Center. This will be a good opportunity for everyone to learn more about health services provided in the metro Atlanta area. Cholesterol testing, mam- mography screening, and other services will be offered by Northside Hospital at the fair. Furthermore, such organizations as the Black Women's Health Project, the DeKalb Rape Crisis Center, the Metro Atlanta Council on Alcohol and Drugs, and the American Lung Association plan to participate. Thursday, April 5 in the Alston Campus Center will he the community-wide HEALTH FAIR! Don't worry about classes, because the fair lasts all day long, from 8:30 a.m. until 4:^0 p.m. ' Interdorm and CHOICES invite faculty, staff, students, and administrators to come, and encourage all of you to invite your families. If you have any questions about the campus-wide health fair, or would like to volunteer during the fair, please call Pat Murray in the Health Center. Agnes Scott Receives Charter for French Honor Society Agnes Scott College has received a charter for the Kappa Kappa chapter of Pi Delta Phi, the National French Honor Society. Fourteen students were initiated at the ceremony held in McKinney Date Parlor attended by President Schmidt. The first members are Paige Edwards, Pam Kellner, Karen RiggS, Laura Perry, Sarah Carruthers, Mirla Chapman, Pam Gullcy, Michele Hampton, Mary Curtis Lanford, Teresa Ramirez, Wendy Worthy, Vicki Mills, Mary Alice Smith, and Lydia Stanford. From $299.00 R.T. air, R.T. transfers, 7 nights hotel, cruise beach parties, free lunch, free admissions, hotel taxes & more. Organize small group earn FREE TRIP. For more information, call toll free (800) 344-8360 or in Ct. (800) 522-6286. Holiday Inn Decatur Conference Plaza, 130 Clairemont Avenue, Decatur now accepting applications for qualified individuals for front desk and food and beverage operations. Applications wll be accepted every Thursday from 2-4 p.m. Apply in person. No phone calls, please. Friday, March 9, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 3 Student Body Elections Results Announced PHOTO BY BARBIE ST1TT by Julie Darnell The week of March 1 found at least half of the student body caught up in the fever of elections. This spring's elections found a favorable 50% voter turnout which was an improvement on last year. Elections Board committee members were very excited stbout the number of people who turned out to vote, but after seven hours of counting ballots, Suzanne Tourville and Jennifer Burger stated that they were 'glad it's over." "It was very trying," said Suzanne. Agnes Scott does not have a Scan Tron machine, so all ballots must be tallied manually. Newly elected SGA president Holly Henderson stated that she was "really looking forward to a tun and exciting year. We have a really good board and hope to continue the good work that this council has done." The new officials take office after Spring Break. Election results are as follows: SGA President: Holly Henderson Vice President:Christy Dickert Secretary: Amy Higgins Treasurer: Robyn Porter Black American Representative: Angela Miller International Representative: Eva Mihlic RTC Representative: Open to petition (2) Senior Class Reps: Betsy Johnson Cathy Pitney Tammy Shirley Stephanie Srickland Junior Class Reps: Janet Johnson Talin Keyfer Kara Russell Laura Shaeffer Sophomore Class Reps: Wendy Allsbrook Mary Francis Kerr Deborah Watters Run-oft between Anna Crotts and El lie Porter HONOR COURT President: Daphne Norton Vice President: Christian Ford Secretary /Treasurer: Jeanette Elias RTC Representative: Trina Brewer Open to petition ( 1 ) Class of 1991: Sharon Harp Christ ia Holloway nen celebrate election results . Class of 1992: Noelle Fleming Cynthia Neal Class of 1993: Kiniya Harper Misty Sanner INTERDORM President: Susan Cowan Vice President: Den ice Dresser Secretary: Brooke Price Winship President: Eve Allen AIDS (continued from page I ) Having sex with beer goggles on is DANGEROUS!! Finally, HIV infection can be prevented by using techniques ol S^fei sex. Intimacy is possible Without intercourse. However, it you have intercourse, have it with latex condoms and use Nonoxynol-9, a spermicide known to immobilize the virus;, During oral sex, use unlubri- cared condoms if the sex is performed on a male, and use latex squares if it is performed on a female. Remember, HIV/AIDS infection is no joke. It only takes one unsafe sexual experi- ence to contract HIV. That one ence in life and death, experience could be the differ- FACTS ABOUT AIDS By Tammy Shirley There is usually a span of about 10 years from the time of HIV infection until one gets AIDS. Average age of HIV infection is 21-23, with the range of infection being 15-16 to 28-30. 85% of college students fall into this age range. 97% of college students know how to get and prevent AIDS, yet only half used a condom during their last sexual experience. 90% of college students drink. 45% of college students were dnink in the last two weeks. 67% of college students have had sex under the influence of alcohol on purpose. HIV testing should occur 6 months after a questionable sexual experience. Current projection of those with HIV who will develop AIDS is 85%-99%. 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When Haztech arrived and evaluated the situation, they found that the chemicals were totally self-contained in the autoclave. They took alcohol and cat litter into the building. The alcohol was to dissolve the phenol, and the cat litter was to absorb the gross waste. Haztech removed the waste to a storage area nearby. Christy Volz, representative from Haztech, said that there were two options for the storage, either here on campus or at the storage area. Gerald Whittington, vice president for business and finance, opted for the storage off campus. It is standard procedure to have the waste stored for the thirty day period it takes for government approval of the destruction of hazardous materials. Page 4 THE PROFILE Friday, March 9, 1990 (igmiotRrTiAfqsi The Forum Custard's Last Stand by Jennifer Hunt Burger Recently, a friend and I went out to Hartsf ield Inter- national to pick up an old buddy, and I was a little surprised to see an Eastern pilot with his "I'm on strike" sign. Ignorance I guess, but I just assumed that the strike was over and everything was back to normal. Obviously, I was wrong. That pilot whether I agree with him or not is still fighting for what he believes in. I realized that all around me, individuals are continu- ally fighting for their beliefs, even when society as a whole is apathetic to their cause. Pro-life activists fight for abortion restrictions. Environmentalists fight for world-wide clean-ups. Vegetarians fight for entrees in Letitia Pate. As editor of The Profile, I, too, have had to stand up for what I believe in. I have had to print articles I don't agree with and write editorials that others don't agree with. I have had to tell friends "I'm sorry, I have to print it" even though it might strain our friendship. But I have based every editorial decision on my belief in the freedom of speech. It s hard to believe that those decisions will no longer be mine my stay as editor is over. Does that mean the struggle is over too? No, it just means someone else is taking hold of the reigns. Just like that Eastern pilot, she will continue to take a stand. To those who helped make my stands a little easier, thank you and good luck. A special thank you goes to Amy, Jean, Laura S., Laura W., Kristin, Barbie, Wendy, Erika, and Pam. And for your all-night support, for your constant hilarity, for your fear of harmless kitten demons, and for your unending dependability thank God tor you, Michelle. I wouldn't be sane without you. You have to stand up, and remain standing, even when the rest of the w orld is sitting. Public Safety News On the evening of February 21, officers observed two males in the Walters parking area who upon seeing the officers ran to a waiting vehicle and as they ran one of the subjects threw a paper sacl< into the bushes, The officers were unable to stop the vehicle but l.uer found the paper sac k whk h contained three plastic containers with a white powdery substance. The substance was chemically field tested and showed positive for cocaine. Further investigation led i tfiicers to one of the subjects who was arrested tor Violation of the v fa >rgia ( a unrolled Sub- stance Act, schedule two. This inc idem continues to be under m\ est i^ation. Pining the last Social Council Band Party officers arrested four male subjects for under-age \\ issesu Mi/consumption of alcohol Two ot the tour cases We related to a fighting incident On Feburary 28th, Agnes Scott College participated in a state wide tornado drill as p in i >t the Governor s Severe Weather Awareness Week. The Department of Public Satet\ W( uld like to thank everyone that participated and ask that you keep this informa- tion for future reference in the event severe weather arises. At approximately 12:30 pm, March 1, officers responded to an incident involving the mixture of chemicals which l reared a toxic reaction in one of the labs in Campbell Hall. Occupants of the building were evacuated and four persons who were immediately exposed . to the chemicals were trans- ported to Dekalb Medical Center for treatment and released sn afterward. A Hazardous Materials Emer- gency Response Team arrived on the scene, removed the chemical mixture and trans- ported it to a storage facility. Campbell Hall remained secure due to the personal property of i occupants lef t during the evacution for the remainder of the evening. Time Traveler bv Elizabeth Peryam "PROFOUND THOUGHTS ARISE only in debate, with a possibility of counterargument w hen there is a possibility oi expressing not only correct ideas but also dubious ideas." Sakharov "I would hate to try to explain the Rite of Spring to a Presbyte- rian. " Elizabeth Peryam Those words w ere spoken at the first GAIA meeting where Rite of Spring was discussed, when somebody suggested that we work with the Christian Association on it. I could have bitten my tongue. Some Christians got up and left, assuming, from the gossip I hear, that I meant something satanic, idolatrous, occult, or (gasp) New Age. The time has come to explain the Rite of Spring. Threatened with eternal damnation too many times, I decided to enjoy the journey. I left the church, I thought, forever. On a spiritual quest, studying different religions from all over the world (because my hunger fot God never abated no matter where I went), I found many, many people like me who had left the fossilized church. We talked and bared our souls. 1 found God in everyone. The'Rite of Spring is in response to [humanity's] needs. A ceremony for the healing of the Earth, it incorporates a healing web of consciousness around her by the spiritual traditions of as many cultures as we can, calling on the Feminine side of the Divine to heal ourselves, the women, and our Mother Earth. Jesus is there, full force, and a long and reverent prayer to the Only and All One God. The Rite of Spring was recently rejected for sponsorship by the President's C Commit tee on Community Diversity because it isn't "mainstream" enough. You can't grow crops bv keeping all the water in the mainstream without letting it reach the roots. Churchgoers sit on Sunday mornings missing the young people who search for God ev erywhere but in church. Perhaps the mainstream might want to consider flowing over the Kinks and searching for new ways in new channels. Urgent issues face the world today: the environmental crisis, the wholeness of women, the politics of our global village. But the Oi d of the Marching Centuries threatens to march right past our school. Bishop Barbara 1 [arris said, "The comfortable pew, the safe religion and the traditionbound faith have never been at the cutting edge of history or of spiritual renewal." m m AGNES SCOTT THE PROFILE The Independent Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott College The Profile is published biweekly throughout the academic year. The views expressed in the editorial section are those of the author and dom >t necessarily represent the views of the student body, faculty, or administrat ion. Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Burger Associate Editor Michelle Roberts News Editors Laura Shaeffer, Erika Stamper Features Editor Angle Tacker Arts and Entertainment Editor Jean Wilson Photography Editor Barbie Stitt Business Manager Laura Williams Advertising Manager Pamela Muse Circulation Manager Wendy Schul: The Profile Agnes Scott College Box 764 Decatur, GA 30030. Printed by Chapman Press, Atlanta, GA Editor's Note: The Profile always welcomes comments, emu ism. and suggestions, be tters GO the Editor should be signed, typed double-spaced, or on disk and submitted to Box 764. Names will be withheld upon request Friday, March 9, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 5 Letters To The Editor "Sexism and Hatred" Dear Editor, In response to Elizabeth Peryam's latest anti- (fill in the blank) column, no one can deny that Ms. Peryam is a pro- tester. One could wish that it were to some scholarly, or even academic, purpose. Her latest diatribe is so riddled with bigotry that she can hardly expect to walk away without at least one reply. Permit me to pick up a few points. 1 . Our founding fathers did not come to the United States to escape the tyranny of the Catholic church. 2. Please refer me to a "repu- table" historian regarding these millions of women who were burned at the stake. Not even Fox speaks this language. 3. I was reared a Jew, and I am grateful to Pope Pius XII for his immense help to Jews during World War II. 4. Ms. Peryam generously remarks that she "would not dream of forcing abortions upon anyone." She might have added "except upon babies." 5. Scriptual exegetes are not easily surprised. However, they would certainly raise an eyebrow to learn that when Christ told Martha that "Mary has chosen the better part," he meant that she could have an abortion. 6. Ms. Peryam's many offensive references to the Archbishop and to me (one of his "bleating sheep") I will pass over with the silence they well merit. 7. Contrary to what Ms. Peryam may think if she stopped railing long enough to do so, the Catholic church has some things going for it. For example, its Relief Services, the largest voluntary agency of its kind, has been and is in the forefront of the battle against famine and disease throughout the world. That is, feeding and clothing people no matter what religion they may be. So complete is its credibility and so efficient is its management and distribution network that in 1985 the Mormon Church entrusted $1.4 million to its care. Borrowing from Shakespeare a moment, u methinks she doth protest too much," but knowing the face of ignorance and preju- dice I'm sure we haven't heard the last from Ms. Peryam claiming "documentation" against Catholi- cism, I will reply in advance that any college graduate knows one can find documentation that the earth is square if he or she searches long enough. Some people look around and see enemies on all fronts, sexism and hatred in every face. Maybe the world is not perfect, but there is decency and goodness to be remarked upon as well, even in MEN, even in Church, even here at Agnes Scott. Respectfully submitted, Janice D. Goldstein Catholic and Proud of It Dear Editor, I am angered and disgusted by what I read in the February 23rd edition of the "Time Traveler." I have come to disbelieve every- thing that Ms. Peryam prints. Is there nothing worthwhile and truthful in her work? The only contribution that I see is that it stirs up unrest and thus keeps our campus watchful of her work. As a woman and a Catholic, I am angered by Ms. Peryam. I attended Archbishop Marino's lecture and I found it exciting and interesting. I also happen to be pro-life and will continue to be, especially because there are people in this world that believe nothing is sacred. There is nothing that Ms. Peryam will not leave untouched, unmolested, and distorted; not chromosomes, not Eloise Lindsay's ordeal, not Ca- tholicism, not even a human life. Especially not a human life. I will not be attacked by Ms. Peryam because I am a Catholic woman who believes that a human life is more important than repugnant, narrowly fonnulated views. Respectfully submitted, Teresa Ramirez The Anti-Catholic Stereotype Dear Editor: I leave to others to judge whether and to what extent Elizabeth Peryam's article in last week's Profile is an anti-Catholic diatribe. I would like to confine myself to a few remarks about anti-Catholicism. First, let me make it clear, that there is a legitimate distinction to be made between criticism of the Catholic church and anti- Catholic vilification of the church. Indeed, any committed Catholic must see the importance of criticism; the laywoman or layman has a duty to criticize the official church, given its hierarchi- cal nature. Non-Catholics are certainly invited to join in that activity. But criticism is different from anti-Catholicism. The latter, like anti-Semitism and racism, is based on a stereotype. Let me assemble some of the features of the anti- Catholic stereotype. First, the church is seen as headed by corrupt and vicious leaders. In the typical anti- Catholic pamphlet or book from past centuries, the bishops and priests of the church are portrayed as cynical they do not believe what they preach to the faithful; they simply dupe the faithful by teaching which they themselves hold to be false. Even if they are not portrayed as cynical, they are always shown as corrupt; they seek power, largely by means of the unthinking obedience of the faithful masses. Finally, they are vicious; their lives and deeds are morally bad. Behind the facade of their office, they use their power to do unjust and wicked deeds; in the more lurid accounts, they lead lives of moral depravity, e.g., in the luxurious surroundings afforded by the vast wealth of the church, ravishing the willing or unwilling bodies of nuns. The second part of this stereotype extends to the Catho- lic laywoman or layman. These people are portrayed as dupes. First of all, they are frequently shown as ignorant e.g., the Irish peasant in 19th century popular literature. They are shown as driven by fear; if they do not do everything sometimes including immoral acts required by priests they are threatened with eternal damnation. Finally, they are also enthralled by superstition; the priests trick them into unthinking obedience by promising that various gimmicks will obtain for them eternal salvation, without the necessity for sincere belief and Christian practice. The third part of the stereotype shows the hierarchy determined to extend, by whatever means, their power over those who have not been duped. If the bishops and priests can fool enough people, they can make the rest do what they want by illegal means or by actually subverting the political process. "Rome, rum, and rebellion," was the anti- Catholic slogan used in the last century. While in comparatively recent times it has begun to lose its sway, the stereotype was alive and well for several centuries. In the distant past, it was used as justification for some of the more bloody crimes against Catholics; the latter is hidden history for most Protestants, whose popular view of the Reformation seems to overlook the martyrdom of Catholics who refused to give up the old faith. Indeed, much of the anti-Catholic stereotyping was done in order to justify the way that Catholics were treated. (Of course, Catholics used the same tactics to justify their own persecution of Protestants.) However, it was alive and well at the turn of the century, when the wave of immigration from Ireland and Italy among other largely Catholic countries hit this country. The American Protec- tive Association sought to preserve democracy from corrup- tion at the hands, specifically, of Catholics, who were portrayed as minions of a foreign potentate. Most Catholics know stories from that era about the burning of 1 convents and attacks on churches. Besides being its name, KKK stands for those groups the Klan was opposed to: the third K stands for Katholics. In this state and during this century, some jurisdictions required inspection of convents and monasteries. The stereotype assured the authorities that they would find unwilling inmates housed there. In this city, Catholics of my mother's generation seemed convinced that they would not be employed by the public school system. If they were correct, the reason might well have been that the stereotype was at work. After all, one could not trust the dupes of the Roman church to teach one's children. The first Catholic to receive tenure at this college told me once that she had to under- take in writing to the board of trustees that she would not teach any book prescribed by a priest. If I have remembered the story correctly, it takes little deductive powers to see the stereotype at work in that case. It has made a new appearance among some feminists who use, instead of reasoned argument, personal attacks and vilification based on the stereotype. Even though the stereotype has faded, I believe that most Catholics get used to living with its subfusc existence. I do not believe, however, that any person of good will ought silently abide its more blatant promulgations. Sincerely, Richard D. Parry Feminists for Feminism A letter like Mr. KugeFs of the Feb. 9 issue cannot go unan- swered. Although he claims his primary objection to E. Peryam's column in the Dec. 8 issue is "the global indictment of all males and 'the church'", in the process of explaining his views, he demon- strates at least 9 reasons why Ms. Peryam's column, and many similar works by her feminist sisters, are correct. We will address these points in sequence. 1 . The overall tone of his letter is condescending. He compliments Peryam on her "excellent use of language." This kind of pseudo-compliment, while accurate, acts as a sort of camouflage behind which he can criticize the content of her column. Later he says she "may be shocked to learn" that many people disapprove of violence. 2. Kugel states, "We do not live in a patriarchy." At the risk of being condescending, we'd like to point out that while he may not live in a patriarchy, the rest of us do. The Oxford English Dictionary defines patriarchy as "government by the father or the eldest male of the family; a family, tribe, or community so organized." In this society, the laws are created and enforced by older white males; most of the property is owned by this group, most of the highest-paying jobs are reserved for them; most religious denominations, charitable foundations, and major medical facilities are headed by men; most newspapers, TV and radio stations and publishing houses are owned by them; academic institutions, professional associations, and local government groups are controlled by these men and reflect the interests of their gender, race, and class. This is not to say that these older white males are universally undeserving of their positions of power, but is it not strange that all other groups of people (females, Black Americans, Hispanics, Jews, Asians, Native Americans, to name a few) are excluded from these positions of power, or represented in far smaller propor- tions than their percentage of the population of this country? 3. Apparently as justification for his opinion that we do not live in a patriarchy, Kugel states that the number of households headed by women is steadily increasing. Raising children, with or without financial participation by the male parent, does NOT automatically guarantee that the interests of these women are being considered by the decisionmakers in society. Kugel is perhaps not aware that households headed by women are forming an increasing percentage of the poor, and that the life of a single mother who has custody of her children is generally one of low wages, low job security, lost "work" time because she must be available when her children need her; an extra shift of work at home, and payment of sometimes half her salary to child-care providers. 4- "Some males in this culture are raised to be aggressive and some are not... who on earth is doing all this teaching?" It is true that some parents feel very strongly about raising their sons to not be aggressive. But there is a world of difference between boys and men. In Woinan Hating, Andrea Dworkin writes: "Boys are birthed and raised by women. At some point, boys become men, dim their vision to exclude (continued on page 6) Page 6 THE PROFILE Friday, March 9, 1990 fE|DrrppMTrafiiii Letters ( continued from page 5) women... The boy has a choice: remain loyal to the mother, who is in reality degraded, without authority against the father, unable to protect the child from the father's violence or the violence of other adult men, or become a man, one who has the power and the right... to use force, to use his will and physical strength over and against women and children. Be the mother do the housework or be the father carry a big stick. The boy chooses to become a man because it is better to be a man than a woman." If he is lucky enough to be born in a family where the father never uses physical, verbal, or economic violence against the mother, he can then move on to learn from his peers how to be a man. This society considers sports to be an activity very important for growing boys. Most of us believe that participation in sports will teach a young man fairness, endurance, strength; how to be a team player, how to win, how to lose. But sports, in addition to being a training ground for citizenship, are a big economic force in this country. Sports as an institution ranks right up there with school and church (but the salaries are higher). The world of sports as reported in the popular media is dominated by violence. A few words from this morning's sports section are: playing for blood, stomp, blister, dismantle, whip, and ol course, heat. These are all very violent and painful images. To be a man, a boy must learn to use this vocabulary, regardless of how he feels about the overall issue of violence in society. He learns that winning depends on a combination of physical strength, agility, and speed, is well as the ability to spot the weak points of the opposition and exploit them to the advantage of his team, while covering up his own weaknesses, lest he he exploited by the enemy and cause his entire team to lose. He must learn to hide his reelings and to shy away from the feelings of his friends and tannic, and turn, instead, to socially-sanctioned forms of communication among men. A 1 5-year-old boy says in Parade magazine (Feb. 18), "My older brother and [, we joke around a lot, hut 1 could never talk to him seriously sit down and have a regular conversation. tell him it I'm doing something bad or whatever. If I ever said "Jay, 1 love you," he'd put me in a head lock and start punching me." Andrea Pworkin continues: "IWs become men to escape being victims by definition. C nrls would become men it girls could, because b would mean freedom from rape hum ot the t line; freedom from continuous pettv insult and violent devaluation of self; freedom from debilitating economic and emotional depend- ence on someone else; freedom from the male aggression chan- neled against women in intimacy and throughout the culture. ..But male aggression is rapacious. It spills over, not accidentally, but purposefully. There is war. Older men create wars. Older men kill boys by generating and financing wars. Boys fight war. Boys die in , wars. ...Male gangs, found in all spheres of life, enforce the male code. The child is dead. The boy has become a man." 5. Kugel objects to Peryam's indictment of "the church" because she did not specify which organized religion. Webster's dictionary offers an etymology of the word: derived from the Greek kyriakos, of the lord, from kyrios, lord, master; from kyros, power. One definition, and that which we assume Peryam was using, is "the whole body of Christians." Yes, this is a sweeping indictment, because there are a few denomi- nations which honor women enough to give them voice and power. But the church as we understand it means the entire group of religious institutions which trace their spiritual roots to the Judeo-Christian tradition, a tradition in which for hundreds of years, women were treated as the property of men, and rape was a crime only because it represented the theft of sexual services from the man who owned the victim. This is the same tradition that caused the torture and execution of people, primarily women, who clung to their own pre-Christian fonns of spirituality; and the forced conversion of black slaves, who had rich and complex African religions. This is the same tradition that tries to teach us that humans are inherently wicked, that we can only be "saved" through the intervention of the male Christ, that we must submit to the authority of Christ's male representatives; that the reason all humans are evil is because the first woman on the planet refused to obey her lord and master. The effects of this belief system have been disastrous tor women, and snakes, ever since. Christians who perceive C rod not as a male and not as a female, rather as a pure, gender- less spiritual force do exist. Some of them say that the Specific wording in the Bible is unimpor- tant, that the message shines through verse after verse of God, Father, Lord, He and His. If the wording is unimportant (a COn< ept that is vehemently denied by mane denominations), and it the message will still come through, why not change all the w ording to Goddess, Mother, and Lady' Most Christians are appalled at the suggest ion. Some .ire willing to use Creator and Parent, as far as possible. But unwillingness to use the female terms, even occasionally, is another sign of the resistance to granting spiritual authority to any female being. 6. Even though we have laws against rape and family violence, feminists and law enforcement professionals can agree that rape is one of the most widely under- reported crimes in society. Prosecution rates are dismally low. The same is true of sexual abuse within families. A series of articles in the Atlanta Journal- Constitution pointed out that privacy laws are set up to protect the identity of the abuser, rather than to facilitate intervention in a situation of violence or sexual abuse of children. Yes, a majority of citizens disapprove of wife-beating, but that does not mean that a woman can escape the situation. A majority of women who are killed by men are killed by husbands, estranged husbands, and boyfriends. There is little that a woman can do to prevent a former lover from trying to kill or injure her. She may only react in self-defense during an attack, or she may somehow gather the money, mobility, credit rating, and work experience to move to a place where he will never find her; in the process, she must give up her friends, her relatives, her position in the community; abandon her property, and never seek child support, lest he be able to track her down and continue the attacks. This is tmly an astounding burden to place on a woman; people like Kugel add to it by claiming that the laws we have imply protec- tion. Andrea Dworkin writes: "The nature of women's oppression is unique:... women live with those who oppress them, sleep with them, have their children we are tangled, hopelessly it seems, in the gut of the machinery and way of life which is ruinous to us. And perhaps most importantly, most women have little sense of dignity or self-repect or strength, since those qualities are directly related to a sense of manhood. ...When we women find the courage to defend ourselves, to take a stand against brutality and abuse, we are violating every notion of womanhood we have ever been taught." Well-meaning and sympa- thetic people do battered women and children a grave injustice by implying thai it thee tail to es^ ape and prevent such violence, it's not because society and the law don't care about their plight. We also have laws against attacking law entorce- ment personnel. How many police officers feel that the existeiu e \ >f mk h laws is realU any protection on the street. 7 Probably very few to none. I lot* ever, these professionals understand the need to protect oneself and minimize the amount of time they spend in potentially hazardous situations. What are we to think when a battered woman is in a hazard- ous situation at work or at home, at social events with her husband, in the kitchen, in front ot her children, w hen the children aren't around, in bed, awake or asleep, in her own house, in a shelter, or hiding with relatives? 7. At the end of his letter, Kugel states that there are still wars to be fought and wilderness to conquer, implying, perhaps, that the issues Peryam chooses to concern herself with are of minor importance compared to these activities. We shall permit exceptions for those men who are anti-war and pro-environ- ment, because there are many of them. But his statement confinris what he and those in power currently believe: that wars need to be fought, that wilderness areas need to be conquered. This is the kind of attitude which propels our society toward ruin, as we annihilate human groups over economic disputes, and as we degrade the earth by polluting, depleting, dumping; by replacing thousands of species of animals and plants with those more compatible with our way of life, all in the name of preserving the economic advantage white males enjoy. 8. Yes, it is obvious that Peryam is eager for one thing: social change. That Kugel chooses to characterize this as 4l battle" shows how completely most of us have internalized the values of this culture. One popular mode of thought is the following dichotomy: if you are not with us, you are against us; if you are against us, it means war. This is some of the "sportsman- ship" that is taught to young men. If we (women, blacks, etc.) criticize aspects of the culture which are unhealthy, we must be "against" everything you represent, as well as "against" you personally. If there is an error in your thinking or behav- ior, you must not consider changing; you must f ight instead. Is there no place f< it negotiation, tor working together to solve social problems created by a mistaken view of the world. ? To adapt to the needs of others requires listening to, and sometimes taking direction from, members of those groups that are systemati- cally despised in our culture: blacks, women, non-Christ ians, perhaps even homosexuals and m< >thers-in-law. 9. Last, but surely not least , Kugel writes, "ehoose rather, gentle lady, to fight against ignorance, misconcept ions, and t<>r .i just society." Tins sounds like something we women have always heard: be quiet, be a lady, don't make a fuss, put up with it. Members of this society frequently practice shaming to influence the behavior of others. If you stand up for yourself, insist on your rights, and publicly call attention to the shortcomings of this society, you are not acting like a lady. Shame on you! If you care about others, show affection, touch people, or cry, you are not acting like a man, and the accusation of not being manly is a huge source of shame among men. If you question authority, remain unconvinced that the patchwork of stories in the Bible and the practices of religious leaders are true and accurate, then you are not a good Christian. If we, as a society, decide that any particu- lar individual is not womanly, not manly, or not Christian, that is all the reason we need to stop listening. Does Kugel mean to say that Peryam has not been addressing ignorance, misconceptions, and the injustice of society in her columns? Can he possibly mean that vocalizing the concerns of women and the concerns ot non-Christians does not count as fighting ignorance and misconcept ions . ? Finally we, as women and as feminists, must address the question that nearly always accompanies a protest: "Aren't you being too picky. 7 Aren't you imagining all this?" The answer is no. Our black sisters and brothers hear this question whenever they point out specific examples of injus- tice. In the eyes of a society dominated by white males, the burden is on us, t he oppressed, to back up our claims. When we provide an exhaustive list, we are accused ot being picky (because a number of incidents seem minor), obsessed (because there are so many issues), and hostile (because we challenge the status quo). The oppression ot women and minorities is built into this culture, in our econ- omy, educational systems, the media, our sense of humor, and the very language we use. Working toward peace on earth and good will toward men and W< >mcn requires th.it we do work: stand up, speak out, write ab nit things that make most ot us uncomfortable, To do less is to perpetuate ignorance and to let the misery com mue. More information on these topics is available in Woman J toting and Pornography^ both by A. Dworkin; and John Bradshaw on the Family by Bradshaw. Sincerely, Karen McNay Melanie Mortimer Other anonymous women Friday, March 9, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 7 (F|E|A|TpRPfSl StreetBeat Compiled By Barbie Stitt The Question: How safe do you feel on Agnes Scott's campus? Vivian Saker Class of 1991 Overall, I feel very safe. I may be scared to walk alone at night to a parking lot, but I'd be nervous just about anywhere else in Atlanta. Cynthia Neal Class of 1992 I feel very safe during the day, but at night I only feel safe in the quad where there's good lighting. The border areas of the campus need to be more adequately lit. Ellie Porter Class of 1993 Fairly safe. However, I do feel that more lighting should be added, especially on the way to the gym. Tricia Chin Class of 1993 I feel that even though we have "bars" on the windows of the doors now in Walters, I still feel that if someone wanted to break in they could. The cops are around, but that is the problem. They are around and not where you need them. Michelle Roberts Class of 1991 I do not feel safe. I have had unbelievable problems with car theft, and I am constantly afraid that something terrible is going to happen on this campus. Unfortunately, I think that the College is doomed to pay for its lack of concern for students' safety. Phillis Wheatly: A Colonial African Past Revived BY MlCHELE BARARD In recent years we have seen a movement to regain a part of African-American history that has been lost. One area in which these studies have been the strongest is African- American literature. Phillis Wheatly was the first black and the second woman to publish a book of poetry in the United States. Information about her birth cannot be confirmed, though she may have been born in Africa in 1753. Phillis was taken from Sengal to Boston in 1761. She was purchased by Susannah Wheatly, from whom she received her name. A strong interest in learning was soon noted in Phillis by the Wheatlys. To encourage her, Susannah's daughter Mary taught her to read and write. Phillis learned English quickly, and even learned to read Latin. The Wheatlys were so delighted with Phillis's proficiency that they lessened her chores and provided her with paper and pencils. At age 14, Phillis write her first poem. Later she began writing occasional poems about the births and deaths of Boston's socialites and intellectuals. Phillis's first published work, which appeared in 1770, brought her international acclaim. u On the Death of Rev. Mr. George Whitefield" was reprinted everywhere from Newport to England. Phillis was celebrated in the society circles of Boston. By 1772, Phillis had decided to collect her poems to be pub- lished. John Wheatly sent the manuscript to a London book- seller. Shortly thereafter, Phillis travelled to London with Mary's brother Nathaniel. While she was in England, her book was published, and she was introduced to English society. Within a year, Phillis returned to the U.S. to visit an ailing Susannah. There is some debate as to when Phillis obtained her freedom. Some say it was in 1 774, upon the death of Susan- nah; others put the date in 1778, after John Wheatly's death. After John's death, Phillis married John Peters and had three children, two of whom died betore her own death in 1 784. Her youngest child died soon after, and was buried with her. Phillis Wheatly is one of many Africans who came to America as slaves and pro- ceeded to do more than serve their masters. Although lost to history for a while, black heritage is slowly reviving itself. The truth can only be buried for so long. Ours is not a people of enslavement and weakness; ours is a people of strength. The stories of Phillis Wheatly and other foremoth- ers and fathers are glowing tes- timonies to the survival and excellence of the African- American people. HAIR HAIRSTYLES FOR MEN & WOMEN Award'Winning Nail Tech 404/373-5478 We Offer Student Discounts 1 14 E. Ponce De Leon Decatur, G A 30030 (Next to Bucks) TRACKSIDE TAVERN 3 1 3 East College Avenue (Across the street) Page 8 THE PROFILE Friday, March 9, 1990 |F|E|A|THJ|RIEiS The '80s: Nothing New Under the Sun by Amy Lovell Often, the best way to ascertain the significance of an issue or an event is to wait a few years and look back. What better historical recording of campus happenings than The Profile 7 . I took a look back through the editorial and news sections of the eighties to see what issues of the recent past we are still debating. Surprisingly (or maybe not), many campus issues of the past decade are still with us. A natural topic of discussion for a women's college is, of course, women. Beginning with the ERA and seeming never to end, the editorial pages are full of comments on women and their lives in general. The theme of the 1981-82 year was "Women and Mindpower." Every election year, students organize into their respective political parties and urge everyone to vote. Connie Turtle wrote an editorial m November of 1980 to remind her fellow students that the vote meant enough to some women to die for it: We should take advantage of the hard-won right and go to the polls. As might also seem natural for a women's institution, a hot topic is men, or the lack thereof. There were numerous articles by Social Council describing new and interesting ways to meet men even a feature on how to meet men who aren't from Tech (i.e., go to Emotj ). Throughout the decade, Agnes Scott has been both praised for advancing women and chastised tor perpetuating the same stereotypes she is trying to fight. Take parietals, for instance. Parietals have always been a hot debate, especially when accusing Agnes Scott of acting in loco parentis. In 1980, men were allowed in dorm rooms only on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. By popular demand, Friday night was added in 1981. It was not until 1983 that the ludicrous idea of men visiting in rooms on Saturday evening was adopted. In 1986, students asked for, and were granted, Thursday night parietals. During the eighties, college enrollment went haywire. Enrollment declined, and it was attributed to a national move- ment toward public over private institutions. Enroll- ment increased and it was attributed to the zeal, enthusi- asm, and determination of the admissions staff. "Culmination of freshman orientation": Black Cat. Mortar Board published an article at the beginning of each year stating why Black Cat was going to be better this year. Every year something got out of hand, someone got upset, and most faculty viewed the event as a necessary evil. out of style. Although honor convocation is held each fall, and all the new students crowd Another pervading issue has been money with a capital M. We need to raise it, we need to spend it, and we have to have more of it. The honoi svste i u nev e i gi >c^ Woman Owned and Operated AUTO REPAIR SHOP AT LAST.. .A place where the METRO ATLANTA WOMAN can feel comfortable about her car care and her mechanic. TATUM AUTO SERVICE CENTER 377-2296 Decatur, GA Ask about oil about to sign the pledge on parchment, we need constant reminders that an honor system is good for us. Another pervading issue has been money with a capital M. We need to raise it, we need to spend it, and we have to have more of it. The campus was assured that none of the en- dowment went towards campus renovations. Most students wished that some of the money used for renovations had been put towards the endowment, and then came another film crew. There are those things which never change: We complain about health services, we complain about public safety, and they keeping trying to do their best. Nobody goes to convocation or college events, so they are made mandatory. People complain about mandatory meetings. Perhaps the biggest issues of the decade were the "shaping" religion of the school, the nebulous "diver- sity of the community," and the semester system. These issues, with the possible exception of the semester system, have a long road ahead. Perhaps in ten years, we'll look back at this century (and, yes, the big "C") and see how it will affect the rest of our history. This Spring Break, Give the Beach a Break Let your space on the sand lay fallow while you save more than 35% on admission to Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom and Epcot Center. Present your ASC ID at the ticket window, convince them that this school does exist, and you're on your way to Disney's world of adventure. If the urge to bake cannot be overcome, head to Daytona where the Spring Break Festival Task Force has prepared an Expo-fest for you. Miller Brewing Company and other fine establishments have built strategically placed welcome centers to aid you in your pursuit of happiness. If party spots do not satisfy your Spring Break fantasy, you might want to try a productive activity that would make you an all around better homo sapien. Maybe get a head Start on that summer reading list or have a growth experience with Habitat for Humanity. Or experience the ultimate in life-changing journeys and head to Texas. AVONDALE MINI-STORAGE 292-9173 A Great Place For Summer Storage Can Furnish Truck and Driver* 'Student rates available. Ask for details. Friday, March 9, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 9 Career Corner by Adriane Creety Where are you going to work this summer. 7 If you have been asking yourself this question, maybe you should visit the Career Planning & Placement library in Main. Summer job listings are beginning to come in, and are placed in our summer jobs binder. Also remember to check the "Summer Camps" file cabinet if you are interested in working as a camp counselor this summer. We continue acquiring new books for our library. A few of them are: Career Search System Guide to Atlanta ]obs> which includes job search planning strategy, interview sources, resume preparation, interviewing tips and more; ]obs '90, which lists by career, by industry, and by region, hundreds of compa- nies, thousands of jobs, and the fastest growing companies; and Careers and the MBA, a magazine which discusses, among other things, minorities in business, how to plan an international career, and what it's like to work in eighteen popular business fields. We welcome any requests you may have for the purchase of new books. In the past, we have bought books requested by students and other members of the Agnes Scott community, and will continue to do so as funding allows. Note that there is a new policy for checking out books from the career library. Only one may be checked out at a time, and it may be kept no longer than one week. Also r&nember that only books with cards in them may be checked out; references must remain in the library. by Misty L. Sanner Iyla Weiner: "'Spoliate' is to get so mad that sparks fly out of your head and 'spoliate' every- where." Janessa De Frees: "To spread a mess around." Laura Andrews: "That's what happens when you leave a coke in the middle of your room and mold grows over it. Janiece Houston: "To be "What is spoliate? covered by pollen." I don't know about the rest of you, but I thought it would be a good idea for me to become familiar with this word. I never even knew it existed before last week, but PI be well practiced in it after asking my parents for next year's increased tuition, because to "spoliate" is to thoroughly strip of belongings or possessions. by Mark Weitzman CPS Mark Weitzman 199CX u Hey! Pork rinds!" Conference Focuses on Civil Rights Past and Present By Layli Miller The first annual Student Leadership Conference and 30th Anniversary Sit-In Reunion was held in Nashville last weekend. As the theme "Resourcing Future Leaders by Understanding the Past" implies, the conference enabled students attending to learn of the civil rights move- ment from the civil rights activists themselves. Students from universities and colleges such as Harvard, Uni- versity of Southern California, Berkeley, Cornell, Agnes Scott, attended workshops. Debates were also held with civil rights "alumni" such as Judge John Lewis, former Georgia state legislator Julian Bond, Congress member Judge Walter Fauntroy, Rev. James Lawson, Jr., president of SCLC in Los Angeles, and Dr. C.T. Vivian, founder of Black Action Strate- gies and Information Center Workshop Program. The conference provided workshops that dealt with social issues from white and African- American perspectives. Students discussed issues that civil rights activists of the sixties faced and compared them to the issues that we are still facing today. One workshop dealt with comtemporary women's issues. During the workshop, groups of women and men, separated accor- ding to race, presented issues fac- ing women today. The views were noticeably different. African-American men have, historically, not had that power so "it is unreasonable to demand respect and equality from a man who has no respect and is not equal himself." This was used to explain the lack of participation in the current women's movement by African- Americans. Several judges, journalists, and lawyers were recognized for their fair and honest representation of the civil rights activists during the movement. David Habersham, a retired New York Times correspon- dent and Pulitzer Prize winner for his coverage of the Vietnam War, spoke affectionately of his involvement as a journalist in the Civil Rights Movement. The conference ended with songs from the days in prison and a memorial service for those who lost their lives in the sit-in protests in Nashville, Tennessee. "If he doesn't have a condom,you just have to take a deep breath and tell him Its not the easiest thing in the world to say. But these days, you have to. If you're dating someone who doesn't like condoms, talk before having sex. Explain how you feel. Offer to help during the awkward moments. And if this doesn't work, ask yourself, is it worth the risk? For more information on condoms and AIDS, call 1-800-342-AIDS for answers you can count on. Page 10 THE PROFILE Friday, March 9, 1990 Betrayal Leads Costner to Violence in Revenge by Wendy Schulz After the opening credits For Revenge scroll off the screen, the perspective leaps to follow an F- 14 navy Tomcat skimming the ground barely above the glorious western landscape. This initial sequence of the movie quickly set the personality of the movie's hero, Michael "JaY" Cochran, played with roguish intensity by Kevin Costner. Jay is cool, calm, and the absolute master of his machine. The visually arresting sequence introduces Jay's character as the kind of man who lives fast and dangerous, an instinctive mover with deep blue eyes and a perpetually stubbled jawline. But Jay has grown tired of the flight'induCed adrenalin rush; he is immune to the fix. As the Story unfolds, he is retiring from the Navy, trading in his Tomcat for an old jeep and navigating towards Puerto Vallarta, Mexico to vacation with his old friend Tiburon Mendez. The venerable Anthony Quinn plays Tiburon, an elderly- Mexican powerbroker with a Spacious home, a passion tor tennis, and a beautiful but unhappy wife, Miryea, a much younger woman imbued with a refined sensuality by Madeline Stowe. Miryea wants a child but Tiburon, sire of many children, does not. "Your body is too beautiful to bear children," he tells her gently. At first, M iryea's attraction to her husband's friend is a combi- nation of his physical appeal and her desire for a child. Her initial attempt at a seduction is thwarted by Jay's admiration and respect for Tiburon. But from the first physical attraction grows a deep friendship between the two, and Miryea plans to leave her husband while Jay makes the decision to betray his friend. Tiburon, however, is not oblivious to their actions, and upon confrontation of the couple, exacts a bloody and brutal revenge. Revenge is an action movie which is often graphic in its violence and starkness. Some of the themes are upsetting; among them are prostitution and mutilation. These dark and violent aspects clash with the visual setting of the movie with its majestic mountainous landscapes and brilliant skies. The lush texture of the scenes is apparent even in the vividness of the color and line in the more violent scenes. Costner has taken great pains to separate himself from his previous movies, and the charac- ter of Jay displays a more intense and driven nature than his most recent screen appearance, Ray Kinsella in the Oscar-nominated Field of Dreams. Costner, easily one of the top five male actors in Hollywood, gives his all in a role, and he handles the often unlikeable Jay skillfully and with a straightfor- ward honesty and credibility. Anthony Quinn portrays Tiburon with a convincing geniality; when he erupts into violence it is unexpected and deeply disturbing. Yet he is imbued with a quiet dignity and a deep conviction of right and wrong which plays prominently in the film's final confrontation. Stowe, the doomed heroine around which the world revolves, gives Miryea a lost waif quality and an etherealness which she retains throughout the movie. She has an electric chemistry with Costner, subtle but visible from the first meeting, which builds slowly as her Miryea falls into love with the ex-Navy pilot. Kevin Costner stars in Revenge. As the object of love for both Tiburon and Jay, she radiates a beauty and intensity apparent on the screen. Says Tiburon, 14 A man would do almost anything to keep a woman like her." Revenge explores a myriad of aspects as it weaves its way from the first betrayal to its inevitable conclusion and leaves the viewer to examine not only the justness ot the characters' actions, but also the limits transgressed in the name of love. Play Depicts Transition from Mississippi Delta to Doctorate by Sandee McGlaun On the e\ ening ot February 22, the Negro Theatre Ensemble performed From the Mississippi Delta as part of the 1990 College Events Series. The plav, written by Dr. Findesha Ida Mae Holland of the State University of New York at Buffalo and directed b\ LaTanva Richardson, is the moving story of a young girl's coming of age and he r journey from the Delta to a doctorate from the Univer- si ty ot Minnesota. The story is in part autobio- graphical and tells how the protagonist overcomes her tragic childhood, growing up in the turmoil of the Civil Rights era, to achiev e her dream of receiv- ing a CdUege education. The play opens with an inspiring rendition of the spiritual "Sun's I >onna Shine On My Poor Someday." The show follows the protagonists lite from her eleventh birthday through to her involvement as a teenager with the Freedom Train movement, and ends with her college graduation. Although the storyline was intensely grim addressing rape, death, racial discrimination and including a graphic descrip- tion of childbirth the play was a marv elous piece of ensemble work. The three players, identified in the program only as Woman I, II, and III, were Gwendolyn Roberts-Frost, Harriett D, Foy, and Brenda Danshy. The women acted as an ensemble, each alternately playing the protagonist/narrator as well as the mam other colorful charac- ter roles. Harriett D. Foy was especially delightful as the child protago- nist; and Rrenda Dansby as Rosebud, the older worn, in who threw bricks at pranksters who stepped on her water meter, was a wonderful characterization. Gwendolyn Roberts-Frost portrayed the narrator's aunt in a chilling scene depicting the aunt's death in a fire set by racists. All three women were amazing in the variety I 4 characters the\ p >rtraved, tr< >m squeamish children viewing c hildbirth to i Ad men at the C toe us peepshow. The entire set consisted of a simple wooden house-frame and two straight-back chairs. The only props used were three black umbrellas, and there were no true costume changes a lab COSH here, a tatty sweater there. The ensemble needed neither a complicated set nor extensive props or costumes; they carried the show with their energetic characters and actions. Although a tale of all too grim reality, From the Mississippi Delta is a triumphant story of one courageous young woman's desire to rise above the discrimination of her time and realize her Seemingly impossible dreams. After all the tragedy and pain, the protagonist finally "struts" across the stage and trium- phant Iy receives her well-earned diploma, her "permit to parade." Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All For You March 29 and JO and April 5,6, and 7 Winter Theater We Look Forward To Seeing You Unisex Salon West Pete* P\ACm Snooping Cantir Ccurm of Ponce Pi. & Swanion Way 377-9004 Ff M Parking Friday, March 9, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 1 1 Social Security Highlights Youth by Jimmy Tate and Jean Wilson The Atlanta premier of Social Security was a smash! Andrew Bergman's play surprised many members of the audience. The humor was raucous and bawdy. The title has little to do with the play, which deals not with the curse of old age, but rather with the spirit of youth found in every- one The play begins in the home of David and Barbara Kahn, two art dealers living in New York City, who are played by Jared Simon and Rena Kilgannon. Barbara's sister Trudy and her husband Martin are played by Elizabeth Sharrock and Michael Stacio. Trudy and Martin have come to David and Barbara's apartment to drop oft the sisters' elderly mother, played by Bebe Forehand and to discuss the problems of their daughter Sarah. Sam Betti plays artist Maurice Koenig, a friend of the Kahn.s. Trudy and Martin have a lifeless, loveless marriage and attempt to compensate for this pathetic union by smothering everyone they can with atten- tion, be it their daughter Sarah or Trudy's mother Sophie. When Trudy and Martin dump Sophie on the Kahns in order to rescue their Sarah from a menage a trois in Buffalo, Sophie is able to meet Maurice and blossom into a human being again, rather than the nuisance everyone else thinks she is. When Trudy and Martin return, they find David and Barbara attempting to re-kindle the fire in their marriage. Trudy and Martin then learn that Sophie and Maurice are having an affair and they express their displeasure over the situation. They announce that Sarah is dating a rabbinical student and even though she is sleeping with him, "it doesn't count with a rabbi." After relating this news, they announce that they are getting a divorce. Trudy, using expressions and gestures reminiscent of her mother before the affair, explains that Martin has been having an affair for some time. When Sophie arrives at the apartment, Trudy and Martin escape through the service elevator. Sophie discusses her life with Maurice and an- nounces that she has re- discovered herself as a woman. She then astounds David and Barbara when she tells them that she knew about Martin's affair and that Sarah is indeed living with two men and is not dating a rabbinical student. Sophie proves herself to be more astute and aware than anyone imagined. As she goes off to take a nap, she urges David and Barbara to take frequent naps, together. Social Security is sure to be a hit with anyone who is in love or who has ever been in love. The play will revitalize your faith in love and the spunk and frivolity of life. ;2Ei?ffi= imfi m amis. (mondAY- FRIDAY ^ " (Vl Of>i - S AT. ) jagg ^ssr (toes - 5AtJ)' BREAKFAST OR LUMCH I 111 . COURT SQUARE l^\S23^ us I 70030 Teaturims... 5ALAD5 ! 4 FW6S OR SOFT i \ DRINK WITH MAuJ \ flENU PURCHASE! | , I ^ .^.^ J coupo n }.^,^^.^^.^ M .^^c puPQK)Y ^. BM . i J GOOD TWROO 11-JO 69 YOUR SECOND I \ ENTREE OF EjQUAL. 5 > OR LESSER V4 L UE_ \ \ (,000 TWROO 11 JO 9 Concordia Choir Performs Pitch-Perfect Concert at Emory by Kristin Lemmerman As the thin, angular man stepped up onto his platfonn and raised his hand, 70 pairs of eyes were instantly riveted to his face and 70 mouths caught the pitchpipe's tone. Another move, the slightest imaginahle, and 70 voices burst into "Hodie Christus Natus Est," the first of three Latin motets. Thus began the Concordia Choir Concert, held in Glenn Memorial Auditorium at Emory University on Sunday, March 4- This branch of the Concordia Choir is based in Moorhead, Minnesota, and conducted by Rene Clausen. The majority of their pieces were sacred, reflecting their affiliation with the Lutheran Church; sponsoring them were the Lutheran Ministries of Georgia. Through a variety of works, the Concordia Choir demonstrated with brilliant clarity just how a choir should sound. In a manner not common of choirs based in the South, the group sang a cappella, with only a pitchpipe to give the starting note. Mr. Clausen also held a remarkable control over the choir. Wording was crisp) a feature not particularly desirable in the spirituals sung, but necessary and effective in every other piece presented and clear. The vowel tones in every word matched, allowing the choristers in each section to blend smoothly and creating a more pleasing sound, letting all the different sections sing together as one body. The program was well- coordinated, going from the fast- paced Latin motets to a more somber Bach hymn paraphrased from the Psalms. Several Advent pieces preceded the intermission, including an arrangement of "Ave Maria" by Franz Biebl. After the intermission the pieces moved toward a Lenten season focus. The most memo- rable piece in this part was a piece arranged by Rene Clausen himself, "O Vos Omnes," an anguished piece which varied in pace from total confused agitation to melancholy calm and back again. A strong soprano solo highlighted the piece. The program continued with some more familiar pieces including "This Little Light [of Mine]" which, arranged by Paul J. Christiansen, bears minimal resemblance to the Sunday school song. Other songs included spirituals (he arranged one) and two hymns. Remarkably, the several pieces that Clausen arranged were conducted as confidently and comfortably as the other pieces in the program. One might have thought that knowing so well exactly how his own pieces should sound, he might have conducted with even more precision; or, knowing that he was making his work public, he might have been tentative or overeager. Neither of these extremes was ever reached. Overall, the choir was focused and had good control over the pieces they sang. They used no music, and although most of the pieces they sang were in Latin rather than English, no voice was hesitant and no word was mumbled. Had such an atrocity occurred, the excellent acoustics in the auditorium would have pinpointed it and exaggerated it. Moreover, the conductor had ultimate control over everything they did. Every innuendo, every nuance that changes in volume can create, was there to be savored and enjoyed. Big City Corruption Turns to Hope in Beautiful City by Jean Wilson and Jimmy Tate Look around Atlanta. Notice any significant changes from, say the past two years? Any new high-rises, any plans to build a domed stadium where public housing now stands? Any severe gap between the haves and the "we-don't-really-see-them-so- they-don't-exist" have nots? If you have noticed any of these changes, then Beautiful City is a play which you must see! The play contains it all overworked architects, mobs posing as real-estate developers, street scum, cops, honest people under the thumb of mobsters, and a psychic/Bargain Harold's checkout clerk added just for fun. The plot is convoluted. A greedy mobster/developer, Tony Raft, with his "dreams" to open a waterside mall, pushes an architect, Paul Gallagher, to the brink of death. While the brilliant architect is in the hospital, the mobster/developer and his tyrannical mother discuss how to keep some of the family business clean as clean as porn can get. When the architect is released from the hospital, he seeks out Gina Mae Sabatini in order to gain other-worldly help. Through Gina Mae's help, Paul realizes "tjie simple ugly truth," that he has lost the love of his work; he is no longer creating to express and please, he is creating to meet other people's demands. Meanwhile, the mobster family is enlisting the help of shady characters in order to maintain their hold on the the slime of the city. Paths cross and in the end things work out for the best and there will be no waterside arena-mall-golf- course-outlet store. The acting is superb. Gina Mae, the psychic, takes on the mob for personal, not philan- thropic, reasons. Played by Shelly McCook, she is the center of attention when she is on the stage. She expresses wisdom and caring in her attitude, manners, and personal philosophy. Paul Gallagher, played by David Milford, is a nervous and driven architect who jumps and jitters onstage until he gains self- confidence and a relaxed attitude. Tony Raft, the contractor with a "dream", is played by Raul Aportela. Tony is, throughout the play, a study in contrasts, driven and pushy one minute then the next, in the sight of his mother, whiny and intimidated. Paul's brother Michael Gallagher, played by Christo- pher Ekholm, is a desperate man driven into the clutches of the mob by the "monsters of consumption" which share his name. The mob matriarch, played by Muriel Moore, is a pompous, over-bearing bitch. Mary Lou Newcott, who plays Gina Mae's daughter Jane, is a feel-good helper who radiates love even though she does not understand much. Teresa Deberry plays the Clint Eastwood-style cop who is tracking the actions of the Raft family through authority granted from high powers within the city government. Stevie and Roily Moore, played by Eric Stenson and Gene Paulsson respectively, effectively slither across the stage as the "muscle" which festers in the name of the Raft empire. The play is a fascinating, exhilarating work. You will leave the Horizon Theatre feeling relieved, knowing that the powers of the universe will once again be set into balance and everyone will get his or her due. Page 12 THE PROFILE Friday, March 9, 1990 Calendar of Events PHOTO COURTESY OF THE HIGH MUSEUM The wedding party guests are changed into beasts by a vengeful witch in The Company of Wolves, screened at the High Museum. Events Around Town Theatre Academy Theatre: Currently presenting Pantomime, through March 4. Call 982-0880 for dcket information. The Alliance Theater: Opening March 3, Gal Baby by Sandra Deer. Rush tickets are available at 5:00 p.m. the day of the performance for $9.50. The Atlanta Passion Play: Opening March 30, at the Atlanta Civic Center. Ticket prices vary. Call 347-82 1 7. Horizon Theatre: Current I v presenting Beautiful City through April 29, the fairy tale about nasty developers versus city residents. Call 584-7450 for ticket information. Opening March 9, Heathen Valley, through April 29, a haunting Appalachian tale of "the Valley that forgot God." Student tickets are $7.00. Neighborhood Plavhou.se: C Current Iv presenting Social Security a recent Broadway hit. $8.00 for students. Call 373- 5311 tor ticket information. Audition notice. March 1 1 and 12 at 7:50 p.m. Cold readings from the script for the comedv Ha\ On! h Rick Abbott The Underground Theatre: Opening March 29, Harvey. l '.ill 6 H tor m >re infonna- tion. Musical Pvrk h\iami s Agnes Seott College: C \ >m- mg March 2(\ the Borodin Trio, for a concert ot French Roman- tic chamber music 8:15 p.m., Gaines Auditorium of Presser Hall. Atlanta Opera: Die Fleder- maus, April 12, 14 and 15. Tickets range in price from $8.00 to $55.00. Call 353-3311 for more information. Fox Theatre: Les Miserables, April 3 through April 15. Call 873-4300 for ticket information, or call the usher line. Dance The Atlanta Ballet: Perform- ing Classic Elite, March 22-24. Ticket prices vary. Student discounts are available. Call 892-3303 for ticket infonnation. The Hungarian State Folk Ensemble: Performing at the Fox Theatre March 25. Call 881-2000 for more information. Galleries Agnes Scott College: Cur- rently showing through March 5, student art exhibit. PHOTO COURTESY OF HORIZON THEATRE The Atlanta College of Art: Currently showing outstanding works in all media by students, through March 13. Call 898- 1 157 for more information. High Museum of Art: Currently showing, "Treasures From The Fitzwilliam Museum." The High Museum of Art at the Georgia Pacific Center: C airrentlv showing "Mi >vmg," the folk art erf Mattie Lou O'kclley, through April 15 and "Cool Abstractions" through April 1 3. Miscellaneous Agnes Scott College: I \ >l- phm Club Water Show, March Sand 9, 8:15 p.m. Woodruff Physical Activities Building. Atlanta Historical Society: The annual "Stump Franklin 1 ' will occur Tuesday, March 13 at 8:00 p.m. Atlantans will once again test the knowledge of Franklin Garret, city historian and resident historian at the Atlanta Historical Society, to be held in Woodruff Auditorium of McElreath Hall at the Atlanta Historical Society. Call 261- 1837 for more information. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center: Currently showing "Feesh, Pappa, Feesh," a series of Ernest Hemingway portraits, through March 30. For more information call 872-5338. Poetry reading, featuring John Stone and David Bottoms, Monday March 12. Admission varies. The Atlanta College of Art: Workshops Oil photogra- phy, pastel portraits, framing, and working with a Macintosh are now forming. Call 898- 1 169 for more information. Jimmy Carter Presidential Library: The" Best Govenvnent Money Can Buy, a film series. Call 1-0296 for a listing of the films and the dates they are presented. Joel Candler Harris Asso- ciation; Needs volunteers (or fund-raising, special events, etc. Call 753-7735 to enlist. The Neighborhood Play- house in Decatur: Soliciting unproduced one-act plays for production. Send script with a self-addressed, stamped return envelope to The Neighbor- hood Playhouse, 430 W. Trinity Place, Decatur, Georgia 30030. Deadline is April 30. BATAB HOTEL $299 -MARGARITA $339 TERRAMAR $389 -AQUAMARINA $439 INTER-CONTINENTAL $479 Complete Fiesta Break Vacation Includes Round-Trip Air, Airport Transfers in Cancun, 7 Nites Choice Hotel. Complete Sport & Social Activity Program, Discounts for Shopping, Dining. Entertainment, Water Sports. Free Cover to Popular Clubs. Hotel Tc~ s. Many More Extras" TRAVEL FREE * TRAVEL FREE * TRAVEL FREE FORM YOUR OWN GROUP & GET 1 FREE TRIP FOR EACH 20 PAID CALL NOW FOR THE BEST VALUE IN SPRING BREAK VACATIONS!!! David Milford arid Shelly McCook star in Beauriful City at the Horizon Theatre. AGNES SCOTT THE PROFILE The Bogus Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott College (HAPPY APRIL FOOL'S DAY! ) Volume 77, Issue 10 Inside News An End to Interdorm; Rioting Students Depose President Page 1 976-AGNES Scam Discovered by Administration Page 12 English Department Deems Public Safety "A Misnomer" Page 13 Sports Can P.E. Change Your Life? Find Out! Page 9 Arts Porno Movie Filmed in Library Page 10 Features College Purchases Porsche 9 1 1 for Public Safety Undercover Work Page 14 Orientation Council Meets Red Leather Page 15 Vandals destroyed accounting office files , causing the College to shut its doors indefinitely . March 30, 1990 Repentant Sisters of St. Agnes Prepare to Confess by Joan Falstaff The "honor system," a long- respected and integral part of Agnes Scott College students' social and academic lives, will now have a confessional for the multitude of sins committed each day. Honor Court has decided that student apathy toward the honor code has reached a drastic height. One member com- mented to this reporter that "something had to be done. The time has come for Honor Court to take control." As an organization, Honor Court has had loose control over students' lives since its forma- tion. Its rules have been so widely misinterpreted that some stronger structure had to be introduced. "There's just no self-discipline anymore," stated an alumna and former Honor Court president who now counsels women in prison. She will help the present members initiate the new plans for a confessional. 44 1 see women every day who could have been saved from lives of crime. These women have lost their jobs, their homes, their families. The reason for their failures, when you get down to it, is that they didn't go to a college with a strictly enforced honor code. I want to help today's students now. It's that simple. Honor code or prison. The decision is ultimately up to Honor Court." Anger from the students is expected. When asked how she felt about Honor Court's new disciplinarian stance, a sopho- more commented, "I think it's pretty unfair for them to start this now. 1 mean, if it had been in the catalog when I first applied, I wouldn't have come here. Now I have no choice. I feel trapped. Are you writing this down? Is this going to be printed? Oh God, please don't use my name! They'll find me! I'll be expelled! My parents will kill me! Please..." Only a select few members of Honor Court, or the Elect, will participate in the hearing of confessions. These members will remain anonymous. The rest of the group will devote itself to listening in on conversations, placing bugs on clothing found in the laundry rooms, and tapping telephones in an attempt to find incriminating evidence of honor code infringe- ments. All students will be required to attend confession once a week. "Another mandatory meeting! But 1 have to pick my children up from school!" screamed an RTC who was then jumped upon by an Honor Court member and gagged. No excuses or complaining will be tolerated. "The point is," stated an Honor Court member, "that we can enforce more severe punishments due to the in- creased enrollment. There are too many students here for the honor code to work properly, so in this way we are helping the College eliminate two problems at once: overpopulation and misbehavior." Finding a place for the confessional was not difficult, as there are many unused spaces in the student center and in the annex. Honor Court will riot disclose the exact location for fear of terrorist attacks by non- believers. Any infringement of the honor code is appropriate confession material, as well as any other personal transgressions a student may wish to confess. (continued on page 3) Astronomy Majors Discover 10th planet by C.N. Starrs Atlanta On Thursday, Agnes Scott College of Decatur, GA, held a press conference on a newly discovered tenth planet. It seems that some of the astronomy students were peering through a telescope at Bradley Observatory, and beheld what could only be a new planet. Since the discovery of Pluto in the 1930s, solar system astronomers have been scouring the skies for planet X the mysterious tenth planet. In the short amount of time since the discovery, many theories have been proposed about the origins of this new celestial body. The currently accepted view of the American Astronomical Society, to which renowned faculty member Alberto Sadun belongs, is that planet X came through the solar system from elsewhere in the galaxy and was pulled in by the combined gravity of the sun, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. As scientists quickly rallied to confirm the sighting, other observers were attempting to chart the position of the planet. It seems to be orbiting the sun in a highly elliptical orbit between Uranus and Neptune. The diameter is approximately three times that of Earth, and the average surface temperature is estimated at -89 degrees Fahrenheit. The discovery has taken the scientific community by storm. Famed astronomer Carl Sagan has commented, "This discovery has great cosmic significance. History will be kind indeed to those budding scientists at Agnes Scott." Dr. Bowling, chair of the department, could not be located for comment. When any celestial body is discovered, it must be named. Tradition holds that the planets are named after a god or goddess in mythology; however, the offical statement from Agnes Scott College points out that such a naming convention "This is a new era, not only in science, but also in equality for women. To name a planet (which was, incidentally, discovered by women) after a heroic, chauvini- stic man or a subservient woman from mythology would send the women's movement back thirty years. We must strive to include all of the wonderful, diverse people on the entire Earth in naming this new body in our solar system." The International Astronomi- cal Union is investigating possible alternatives. Page 2 THE PROFILE Friday, March 30, 1990 The For, urn... by Michelle Roberts How happy are the students at Agnes Scott College? In all the evaluations of and considerations about the College in general, how many times does the quality of students' lives enter into consideration? How many of the women who spend four years or more of their lives can consider themselves happy? I define "happy" in the most elementary sense of the word. Happy is, of course, relative to the individual and, certainly, what makes one person happy may have the opposite effect on one of her peers. But generally one is happy if she smiles more than frowns, laughs more than cries, and enjoys being alive. In comparison with other students, it disturbs me to realize that the majority of us are quite unhappy. I detect a note of somberness, and I don't think it is newly acquired. Throughout the years, the image of the Agnes Scott student has evok ed into one that is quite depressing. I think that, in order to create the traditional, smothering atmos- phere, a hateful group of sadistic admissions committee members chooses a large proportion of first year students purely on the basis of their welbadjustedness and balanced attitude toward life. They are lured to Agnes. But once a healthy woman arrives, she suddenly begins the transi- tion into a nail-biting, quivering, spineless creature whose mantra is "stress." There is a serious lack of frivolity here. Students drag from one class to another, their faces a composite of anger and hatred. Although I occasionally slip into the stress syndrome which is unofficially imposed on every student who Sets toot on this aestheti- cally pleasing campus, I have it figured out. I plan to beat the system. I will remain a mellow-but-still-sane-and-even-socially- Lonscious-and-damn-well-educated human being if it kills me. Having plenty of spare nine ,is a result of my campaign to be happy, 1 conducted ,i campus-wide poll. 1 found that students Jo consider themselves to be unhappy; this realization is, as every person with a problem knows, the first step to recovery. In order to provide hope to the hopeless, I have compiled a list of The Top Ten Reasons That We Should Be Happy. 10. One rarely hears "Don't Worry, Be Happy" anymore. 9. Thursday night is "premium night!" O, happy day! 8. The Writing Workshop tutors' log has been seized by a fiendish prankster who plans to publish it in a seedy magazine. (The director and tutors are ecstatic about the publicity.) 7. We never have time to watch the news, so we don't have to endure the Donald and Ivana Tnimp soap opera. 6. The Inends and family of the dead rat found on second Main have not come looking for him. 5. Capping is over and now we can get back to work. (Thinking of studying as an exciting thing you "get" to do can be a very liberating, if somewhat deranged attitude.) 4. The "employee of the year" always has a parking space. 3. The rules here are not so bad after all, it could be worse. We could have to veil "Man on the hall" when escorting a date. Now w ouldn't that be childish? 2. Spring has sprung. 1 . The rest of the campus can be elatedly happy that I am editor of this paper because they're not. Relieve me, that should make you happy. I wish everyone a h ippy April Fool's Day! Time Traveler, vacationing in the time warp Club Med, will be back next issue. Student Speaks Out About Tuition Increase By Michele A. Barard I could be wrong about this, but I doubt it. Perhaps I missed it in the mail. Maybe one of you received notification about the $945 increase in tuition and, perhaps, some justification from our illustrious administration. Yes, women, as I am sure you are all aware by now, the tuition has been hiked again. 1 am sure you are all wonder- ing right now why we are going to pay $567,000 more in tuition next year. You are probably asking youself: did the renova- tions for Winship run $567,000 over budget? The answer is no. The Profile covered that story in its February 23, 1990, issue and, "According to Gerald Whittington, vice president for business and finance, the by Minnie Votes Where is Marilyn Darling's handicapped placard. 7 The new council has as its main concern the issue of Darling's parking in a handi- capped space. This issue has sparked debate in several organizations around campus, according to many representa- tives. A member of Public Safety attended a recent meeting, but asked not to be quoted. It was hinted that Darling's preferential treatment may stem from her relationship with a renovations are on schedule and on budget..." Are you asking yourself if the tuition hike has anything to do with the amount of money that must have been spent on fireworks and street dances last semester? Well, I wouldn't even bother with the question if I were you. There are too many people on campus who think it was a heck of a party. Do you think it has anything to do with the purchase of $567,000 worth of computers and, perhaps, placing some in all of the dormitories? Well, they placed t w o computers in the Collaborative Learning Center; what more do you want? I must warn you that if you are thinking they will extend library hours so that people with jobs and evening activities can use it, Rep Crap certain officer, but the truth will probably remain unknown. A movement was made to surpass our officers and to contact Decatur officials to have action taken against her if she cannot produce a handicapped placard in the next thirty days. Because of general boredom among Rep Council members ;it meetings, president Holly "Flopsy". Henderson has Insti- tuted a change in the meetings. Each week after roll, Henderson will pass around bags of mini- ature Snickers and Three Musketeers to give the members a burst of energy. you are probably way off target. I mean, the librarians already work too long and too hard each day. The school would actually have to hire more librarians or pay students enough money to make it worth their w hile. Naturally, 1 have been pondering the question of why they raised the tuition. I have come up with a couple of possibilities: 1) The president's committee for diversity is going to spend the extra money on a new nationwide search for an American Indian Albino openly gay paraplegic who teaches a course in cat psychology; or 2) the administrators feel that they will be able to increase individual financial aid packages when parents die of heart failure, leaving students poor and independent . This sugar high should last for the first couple of hours of the meet ing. When students put their heads down on the table, Henderson will lead them down to the track tor a group jogging activity and then the meeting will continue. "With so many important things to discuss, such as the MD parking crisis, we just can't afford to be lackadaisical at meetings," the president empha- sized. "It's important for everyone to have her say about every issue, even if her point has been made before, and even if the meeting lasts all night." AGNES SCOTT THE PROFILE The Bogus Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott College The Profile is published biweekly throughout the academic year. The views expressed in the editorial section ,ire those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of the student b(xly, faculty, or administration. Editor-in-Chief Michelle Roberts Copy Editor Kristin Lemmerman Managing Editor Laura Shaeffer, News Editor Enka Stamper Features Editors Angie Tacke, Winnie Vaizhese Arts and Entertainment Editor Jean Wilson Photography Editor Barbie Stitt Business Manager Laura Williams Advertising Manager Pamela Muse Circulation Manager Mary Matthews The Profile Agnes Scott College Box 764 Decatur, GA 30030. Printed by Chapman Press, Atlanta, GA Editor's Note: The Profile always welcomes comments, criticism, and suggestions. Letters to the Editor should be signed, typed double-spaced, or on disk and submitted to Box 764. Names will be withheld upon request. Friday, March 30, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 3 Stripped of its gothic bnck facade by a demolition team, the president's home is barely recognizable. The Story of the Agonys-kot: A Fable for Modern Times Based on Recent Events by Wendy Watson Once upon a time, in the land of De Lapida- tion, there lived a peaceahle trihe of Indians, called the Agonys-kot. The land of De Lapidation was dangerous and polluted, hut the Agonys-kot lived in a beautiful oasis. They kept mostly to themselves, never mingling with the people of De Lapidation, except on weekends, when all their rules were null and void. On the whole, the Agonys-kot were a happy group, enjoying their own company, hut problems arose in their land. New leadership took over the tribe. All of the new leaders were shamans in the Church of N. Dowment. N. Dowment was a big, round, important god, measuring fifteen stories high and seven miles in diameter. The legends said that he could live a hundred years on his body fat alone. But the new chiefs had less faith in his omnipotence, and insisted on the Indians paying enormous tithes to the Church. Some Indians were wealthy, but most had barely enough tor themselves, and could not afford the tithes. Many of the Agonys-kot were forced to flee to the Koh-ed tribes of De Lapida- tion, where they found oppression, violence and interior education. Soon, they believed, only the wealthy would remain. But even the huge tithes were not enough to feed the burgeoning hungry Church. The Church grew by leaps and bounds, and so did the ranks of the chiefs. Where the tribal chiefs had formerly used tithes to support the commu- nity as a whole, they now used them to support the leadership of the tribe, and to feed N. Dowment. The community suffered in many ways. Though the landscape remained gorgeous, breath- takingly bedecked with trees and flowers, the buildings were in disrepair. Heating was occasion- ally inadequate, and usually was supplied in abundance only at inappropriate times, such as daytime and warm weather. Since the land of De Lapidation was so danger- ous, the Agonys-kot were afraid of outside intruders in their beautiful land. They demanded that their government should provide adequate security. But they did not feel very secure, because what few warriors they had were allowed to spend their time in neighboring Fina-land, hunting wild doughnuts. The worst change of all, though, was the Church's inadequate support of the wise elders, long considered the very heart of the tribe. One by one, the wise elders were driven away. New wise elders joined the tribe, but many more left. The Church of N. Dowment was secretly very pleased, because the elders derived their support entirely from the tithes. What could the Indians do? If many more wise elders left, their tribe was sure to collapse. But since they were not believers in the Church of N. Dowment, they were considered infidels, second- class citizens, and the chiefs didn't take them seriously enough. The time was right for a coup d'etat in the land of Agonys-kot. It was possible: legend had it that once every hundred years, the gates would open. Maybe there was hope yet for their beautiful oasis. Or was it just a mirage? Moral: Too many chiefs and not enough Indians make Agonys-kot a dull void. Construction Begins On Winship-Schmidt Lot By Ima Frosh With the opening of the newly renovated Winship dorm, there is a need for drastic and immediate action to lighten the burden that already exists with student parking. With this in mind, the president's committee on diversity was assigned the task of finding a way to alleviate'the parking crunch. The committee's decision was to level the President's home and sell the bricks to unsuspect- ing alumnae. The new parking lot will run adjacent to the Walters lot and will provide fifty additional student parking spaces. It will be named the Winship- Schmidt Parking lot in honor of the dorm, as well as the dis- placed president, and will occupy the space that is cur- rently the president's home and garden. President Schmidt has taken the news well, and she and her two kittens are preparing to move out. It was originally suggested that the Winship attic be converted into a presidential penthouse, but vice-president for business and finance Gerald Whittington has stated that sufficient funding is not in the budget. Until presidential accommo- dations can be procured, President Schmidt will stay in the presidential pup-tent soon to be put up on the Quad. Demolition of the President's home is scheduled to begin on April 1. The lot's projected date of completion is January 1997. Campus Shocked When Rice Record Broken By Lotta Starch The Agnes Scott campus is still recoiling from the stunning blow it received on March 3 1 when the dining hall broke its 5984-day consecutive run of serving rice at meals. Obviously shocked, students wandered aimlessly through the line, staring blankly at the entrees, unable to decide what to eat. Tears streamed down many faces while others simply refused to make an alternative choice and left. Faced with the choice between mashed potatoes and stuffing for the first time in years has left many at the near starvation level. Tremendous traffic jams have resulted in the cafeteria line, with waits as long as three hours resulting. Counseling centers have been set up throughout the campus for those who have been unable to deal with the tragedy. Ima Grain '92, said, "This was an extremely unexpected event. No one knows how to react. My family is very upset. Especially my Uncle Ben he's really steamed." President Ruth Schmidt has acted quickly, calling a state of emergency on campus. Al- though classes have been halted, she stated that they will resume as soon as possible. However, the main goal of the College is to retain the mental stablility of the students. "There is no quick and easy two minute solution. It's a very sticky situation," Schmidt stated. The omission of rice occurred as a result of a mix-up in shipping. Evidently the dining hall received 2000 pounds of lentils instead of rice. Dining hall officials have been working with Public Safety to locate the missing shipment of rice. Sergeant Scott said, u We have pretty much narrowed it down to the lower half of the conti- nent. We should have every- thing back in order in no time after all, 2000 pounds of rice is a pretty large load to hide. My main advice is not to worry. When it comes down to it, it really just means beans." Honor (continued from page I ) The Honor Court will swear its members to secrecy; once a deed is confessed, it is forgotten, unless it is judged "really terrible" or a repeat offender attempts to take advantage of the privilege. Findings by other members of the Honor Court, as well as turning oneself in or turning someone else in will, as always, be admissible evidence. As an example, the punish- ment for asking a roommate how to spell a word will be the recital of 20 "Hail Ruths." Page 4 THE PROFILE Friday, March 30, 1990 "Dr. Guthries" , a..k.a. Victor I. Sheymc press: "Call me hheymov. Ha!" :miy one tnin\ Agnes Scott Windshields BY R. U. POUHRTU AND I. M. Greidie Every Saturday morning at 8:00, sophomore class president Lauren Fowler and vice president Courtney Allison have made the rounds of the sophomore dorms, rousing their fellow classmates from slumber. Groups of these students head out for the corner of Ponce de Leon Avenue and Peachtree Street. No, these sophomores are not going shopping. They are trying to pay for Sophomore Parents' Weekend. Instead of making their parents pay twenty dollars apiece to attend the event, the sophomores decided to pay for everything themselves. So, each Saturday, from nine in Sophomores Wash on Peachtree Street the morning until six in the evening, shifts of sophomores stand on the corners of down- town Atlanta, washing the windshields of passing cars. The sophomores have also tried gathering up stray earth- worms from around the campus and selling them to local fishermen. That idea went the way of the do-do. They couldn't find enough fishermen. Then, the sophomores had a brilliant idea in the Mardi Gras band party. It was a big hit. But they spent all their profits on the beads they distributed. After two failed attempts at fundraising, the sophomores settled on their windshield- washing alternative. Now, they have almost raised enough money to cover the expense of the extra guests who showed up at the banquet before the Ring Ceremony on Saturday night. Class treasurer Laura Khare is pleased with the amounts of money that are rapidly eradicat- ing the immense debt that the sophomores have accumulated. She stated in a very frank interview, 11 1 was beginning to think that our creditors were going to come take me away." The windshield- washing endeavor has proved to be so profitable that the sophomores Kave decided to continue with this effort long after they achieve a balance. Says Fowler, "We are really pleased with the support we are getting from the class with this fundraiser." Allison added that "people really are sympathetic to our cause." Protestors Declare Winship a National Monument by Desdemona Welk Carrying signs bearing the logos "Keep Winship sacred" and "Don't worry, Golda, no one will walk on your bones," protestors of the renovations preparing Win- ship for residents surrounded the president s home on Candler Street Friday, March 23. The president's lawn was filled with angry shouts and chants from 9 am until midnight At mid- night, p< >lice and not squads were employed and most of the participants of the protest were taken to the DeKalb County jail. When asked by the police why the 520 protesters were at Ruth Schmidt's house, the leader ot the rally, a Mr. Nickademus Kinfafen, replied that he and the rest of the protestors belong to a radical right wing party known as the Disciples of Lawrence Welk. Apparently Mr. Welk's third wife, Golda Welk, attended Agnes Scott College. In accor- Woman Owned and Operated AUTO REPAIR SHOP AT LAST.. .A place where the METRO ATLANTA WOMAN can feel comfortable about her car care and her mechanic. TATUM AUTO SERVICE CENTER 377-2296 Decatur, GA Ask about oil and filter special! Protesters claim to belong to a radical right wing party known as the Disciples of Lawrence Welk. dance with her will, after her death ten years ago she was huried under the tiles of the kitchen on the first floor of Winship. "We have this fact documented," said Mr. Kintafen. "Lawrence Welk, Larry to his dis- ciples, descended upon us in a cloud ot golden huhble and told us to keep Golda's final resting place undefiled! Followers are coming from all over the country to protest and we won't rest until Agnes Scott agrees to our de- mauds. 11 In response to these protests, President Ruth Schmidt, in a surprise news conference given Saturday, March 24, said that "while I cannot agree to the way in which the Disciples of Mr. Welk communicated their demands, I do admit that they have a legiti- mate concern. "In response to their pleas, on the advice of Gerald Whitting- ton, my vice presi- dent in charge of finances, I have agreed to close Winship forever and have it declared a national monument. Tours will start in two weeks and will cost $14 per person and $200 a group, so come one, come all to Golda Welk's final burial place, and he sure to visit the gift shop." While President Schmidt's surprise dec ision appeased the Disciples, this concession has aroused many students' concern here on campus. "Where are they going to put the 200 plus students who were scheduled to live in Winshipr asked Kerri Allen '92. After many deliberations n was announced Friday, March 30 that all those who were to live in Win- ship will now he assigned a tun- fi k >1 plot on the soccer Held with enough lumber to build "adequate and comfortable living quarters,*' said Molly Merrick in an inter- view. 'This solution allows the students freedom ol expression and I did it when 1 was a student so, ol course, everyone should do it." The students at Agnes Scott do not seem to accept thisexplana- t ion, and while supporters gear up for a protest march of their own, Leigh Bennett '92, designated leader for the protest, asks that any students wishing to stop the closing of Winship write to Gerald Whittington, "Just say no," says Bennett. AVONDALE MINI-STORAGE 292-9173 A Great Place For Summer Storage Can Furnish Truck and Driver* *Student rates available. Ask for details Friday, March 30, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 5 fiTOTORfEifsi Money-making Methods Released by Administration by Weere L. Broque " In light of the fact that tuition has once again been raised at our institution of learning, the admin- istration has seen fit to provide some new and creative job opportunities for students who might otherwise have problems dealing with the increase. The top ten ways ot making money at Agnes Scott: 10. Rent yourself out as a Public Safety officer. 9. Reroute the traffic from the Heart of Decatur to your dorm room. 8. Sell Brenda Jones's parking space. 7. Steal from the GAIA recycling bins. 6. Sell memorial plaques to alumnae. (They buy anything.) 5. Hold the bell tower for ransom. 4- Hock the contents of the Inman attic. 3. Phone alumnae to raise funds for yourself. 2. Sell bricks to alumnae. (See -6.) 1 . Embezzle from office services. Applications will be accepted for waiving of parietal hours, provided you can give proof of your new line of work. Panel Studies Budget, Proposes Cuts by Tammy Fa ye Barker One of the prevailing concerns of the ASC community is how much money it takes to go here. Hearing the cries of bankrupt parents, the President's Commit- tee on Community Diversity chose a select group of campus experts on budget problems to study the crisis in depth. Among those noted luminaries serving on the panel are Beth Graves, batgairj hunter extraordi- naire; Steve Guthrie, represent- ing the underpaid faculty; Ms. Brenda "I like my salary" Jones; and Mary Frances Kerr, who just wants to go here for the next three years. Chair of the panel was Ashley Carter, a noted expert on the advantages of credit. The panel noted many wastes. The most serious one was discovered in the banner budget. The experts suggested a 40% cut in the millions spent each year on purple silk banners to decorate the quad. Additional cuts were urged in the realm of ASC landscaping. The most emphasized area of waste comes in the valiant but pathetic efforts to force grass to grow in the dirt outside of Walters. Slices off Ruth Schmidts obsessive spending on tulips and daffodils were also urged. "She's like a tulip-obsessed Imelda Marcos," said Carter. Three other excessive expen- ditures were also recognized. The most interesting of these was the turning off of the heat in sum- mer. Physical plant spokesper- sons, choosing to remain anony- mous, were quoted as saying, u Gee, we never thought of that." Also pointed out was the need to curtail rampant spending on commemorative crystal tor Rosalyn Carter. "How many tower-shaped Centennial Waterford crystal vases does one need. 7 " implored Graves. It was also Graves's suggestion that the two billion dollars allotted for stuffing boxes with little tiny scraps of paper be cut in half. The panel also discussed new and exciting ways to raise funds. The most popular by far was Kerr's plan to open the new MGM studios on the quad. Ken- is currently implementing the suggestion, and construction will begin next week. Construction should continue for about ten years and cost the school about $30,000,000. Revenues should be in the area of $100,000 annually. Vice presi- dent Gerald Whittington thinks "it's a good idea." Fund raising suggestions came from campus organizations as well. CA submitted the idea of charging admission to Frisbee Friday to supplement scholar- ships. The administration took a vote and decided the best idea was to rip up all the bricks in the sidewalk and sell them to alumnae. Global Awareness Goes to Grand Ole Opry by B.F. Jones Looking for fun . 7 Looking for a real learning adventure. 7 Thirteen lucky ASC students found both on the recent Global Awareness trip to Opryland U.S.A. in Nashville, Tennessee. I was among those chosen few selected for this adventure. We set out on a co-ed, clear July morning. All of us were dewy- eyed with expectation as we boarded the bus at the plush Decatur Greyhound station. The bus ride to Nashville served to create a sense of family among us adventurers. We shared the beautiful landscape and learned to sing Conway Twitty songs in rounds. The real bonding came as we sampled various nut concoctions at Stuckey's. Our accomodations were at the Opryland Grand Hotel. Deco- rated in elegant red velvet, the hotel afforded a view of the hallowed grounds of our pilgrim- age. My roommate Karen and I stood in breathless silence at our window overlooking the sacred Country Music Hall of Fame. After a series of orientation meetings that would prepare us for our journey, we were ready to begin. The first days consisted of extensive tours of the rides. We witnessed the inner workings of each attraction, from general mechanics to attendant training programs. By day four we were ready to ride. We experienced first hand the thrills ot which we had only formerly dreamed. The scream- ing Delta Demon, the Wabash Cannonball: the excitement was endless. On days five through seven we attended countless shows performed by and honoring our favorite country legends. The group unanimously voted the Porter Waggoner Show the highlight. Actually seeing his rhinestone-studded jacket became a near- religious experi- ence. Week two consisted of a series of lectures by famed country musicologists. We learned the motivations of "the art and the artist." Our insights and visions of the art were intensified. However, the best moments of bonding and learning came at the end of the week. We attended planned side trips to both Twitty City and Dolly wood. Seeing the histories of these legends opened our eyes to a whole new world. Larger than life before, the stature of Conway and Dolly was magnified tenfold in our lives. By the end of the trip we had grown enormously in spiritual ways. Our trip had become more than a trip; it had become a life changing journey into the depths of art. For a mere $1 750 we had, in the words of our faculty advisor Dr. Brenda "Country is my life" Jones, "touched our destinies."" HEART f\TfX D ECATUR 1 kj ikf First-year students demonstrate a creative way to fight the tuition incre Holiday Inn Decatur Conference Plaza, 130 Clairemont Avenue, Decatur now accepting applications for qualified individuals for front desk and food and beverage operations. Applications wll be accepted every Thursday from 2-4 p.m. Apply in person. No phone calls, please. ON THE SQUARE! IN DECATUR :"i2imvi?p['iD^xi = amis (MONDAY-FRIDAY^) (VlON.- SAT.) (TUES.- SAt)') /. Teaturimg e v hour 5ALAD5 t^T DELI/ MJISSU Q f?l LU [I , BREAKFAST OR LUNCH I 111 E . COUKT SQUARE] " PLACE- FRIES OR SOFT | ? DRINK WITH nAm ' flEJMU PURCHASE! | , - PirslrsjELR, - s&cs? \0* YOUR SECOND ENTREE OF EjQUAL- OR LESSER V4LUEJ. GOOD TX ROO 11-30-69 GOOD TMROO li 30 89 l \COUPOf-4\ Page 6 THE PROFILE Friday, March 30, 1990 fmAmpfip StreetBeat Compiled By Barbie Stitt The Question: Should Agnes Scott accept offer to bury toxic waste in quad? Gerald Whittington I think this is an excellent idea to gain much-needed funds. Since the government has generously ottered upwards of $1 million per harrel buried, we may even he ahle to lower student's tuition hy 0.5%. Florence Bigelow pear tree As a piece of natural flora at this institution, I am appalled at the very idea. It is hazardous enough living on a campus where the administration can't even leave a simple tree in one place for three months straight. Joe Tech Class of 1990 I think this is a great idea. You've gotta think of the bottom line. Obviously this will bring in more money and might even create a graduate research project over at Tech. This would provide hundreds of Tech students with jobs. Think about somebody besides yourself for / 4 Dede Durkheim Class of 1992 This is all a plot! The gov- ernment wants to breed the per- fect soldier and they figure that we women, exposed to this ra- dioactive jello, will eventually produce two-headed, seven-tool Rambos who will gleefully go out to fight for truth, justice, and the American way! Well, no way, babe. This fertile puppy isn't going to go along with their nefarious plot. Meryl Strep, student health center worker Absolutely not. The Surgeon General has issued a statement saying that toxic waste will cause an advanced case oi preg* nancy coupled with the symp- toms of strep throat. Everyone should come in immediately for a throat culture and a lecture on the inconvenience ol pregnancy. Little green sheets will, of course, be distributed. Newly Formed Mud Wrestling Team Trains for First Meet by I am Dirty The newly formed Agnes Scott College mud wrestling team will compete in the second annual Fab One Shot Invita- t u xnaL The team members want to thank Coach Anthony Serpico, without whose foresight and dedication co-ed mudwrestling on this campus would have remained a mere dream. These dedicated womyn have made amazing progress in the month since they have been an official campus organization due to the previous work experience r i )t st )me of the upperclassmen wrestlers. Coach Tony fears u a lack of mud;*' The shortage of high quality spooge has decreased the number of practices, usually held on the field; this has, in turn, lessened the traffic problem on South McDonough. The low mud budget has forced our grappling sisters to hold chal- lenge matches on the quad swamp and in front of Walters. These impromptu matches have led to the erection of "Keep Off The Grass" signs on the Walters lawn. Ms. Brenda Jones, Walters Senior Resident, left her prime time line-up to tell this reporter emphatically, l4 I will not allow my young, innocent freshpersons to engage in such unChristian activity." Surprisingly enough, the leader of the three person tag team says she was inspired to found the mud-wrestling team after at lending a CA Friday night activity entitled "Mud Wrestling for Jesus: It's All in the Attitude." President Schmidt, a long- time mud wrestling participant, states, "We wish our womyn of the sludge the best of luck in their upcoming meet. I am proud of this accepting, futuristic By Ima Frosh Yet another film crew will S0011 descend on the picturesque Agnes Scott campus. A commercial for Tower brand condoms h.is caused the ugly he. id of controversy to be reared here at Agnes Scent Coll cue. The filming was given a unanimous "thumbs up" tn >m the president's committee lor diversity. A supportive President Schmidt quipped, "In this age of AIDS, we need to make students aware of the iliver.se variety of I >pl ions m order to protect their health." The controversy, however, is about the offer from Tower C Company spokesperson, Richard M. Hardon, for Agnes Scott students to act as extras in the commercial. When asked why the Tower condom company chose Agnes Scott, he stated, "It was an obvious choice for us to film at Agnes Scott. We share the same tower logo." I )espite < >verwhelming student respl >nse to this offer, many campus notables are ardently Opposed to Agnes Scott students community for its endorsement of such a misunderstood sport." appearing in a condom commer- cial. The Board of Trustees has issued the following statement: "No young lady presently enrolled at Agnes So >tt C \ >llege may engage in the promot ion and/or distribution for profit, of any sue li device that encourages immoral and unladylike behavior." Walters senior resident Brenda Jones has forbidden freshmen from even Tl IINKINCj about acting in the commercial. Even I km I (arty Wis&and has expressed mild Opp< >sit i< >n to the ^ I unmercial: "I'm all for safe sex, but I think Students 1 time would be better spent building a house here in Decatur with Habit.it for 1 lumanity. I feel that this projec I will prove to be a very rewarding and fulfilling experience." While the heated debate continues among the administra- tion, President Schmidt has pledged her support to tin commercial filming. She assured Mr. Hardon that filming will proceed as planned. As a precaution, the Tower C Company has erected signs in the Decatur area to solicit community support. 24 Hour Wrecker Service HUNT'S WRECKER SERVICE 154 Olive Street Avondale Estates, GA 30002 (404) 292-6697 Condom Filming Needs Extras Friday, March 30, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 7 Administration Cuts A Record by Whilemena Wombat Columbia Records cut a sweet deal when they cut a deal with Ruth Schmidt and Gerald Whittington. The record company is already receiving advance requests for the single "Money Makes The World Go Round" from the movie Cabaret, sung by the duo from Atlanta. The two decided to market their talents in an effort to raise even more money for the Blessed and Sacred Endowment. Although the cards were stacked against them, these two fighters persevered and got their record deal. They cut the album and then distributed the singles throughout Atlanta. Stations played the song and its popularity soon spread to every corner of the nation. The album, entitled "Let's Make a Deal," also includes favorites like, "Money (That's What I Want)," "Money Changes Everything," and "Material Girl." Videos will be shot on campus using various buildings as focal points. You won't want to miss this release. Albums will be available in the bookstore on Saturday, April 2 1 for the mere price of $20.00 per cassette or album, $35.99 for CD. Also, you can get your copy signed for an additional $5.00. Come early, and bring your checkbook! Who Needs Parietals on a Landscaped Campus? by I. Juan Tsum It's Tuesday night. Your squeeze-bunny has come over to see you and he look shot ! You can't go in your room; and you don't have enough money for a motel. So where do you go? If you are creative and like to have fun, there are many places where you can find privacy for your intimate behavior on campus. Your dorm: If you live in a dorm with nook and crannies, you can slip away to many places. For instance, the TV. room, the date par- lors with doors, laundry rooms or back stair- wells all present possibili- ties. Some favorites through the years are the date parlors in Main and Rebekah, as well as the various little rooms in the lobby of Winship. The Alston Center: The Alston Center presents many diverse opportunities for privacy. There are the racquet- ball courts for starters. Also accessible are the dance room and the T.V. room. Don't forget the men's dressing room; it isn't likely that anyone will be in there at 2 in the morn- ing, and it has showers. Finally, it has been noticed that the chapel is a good hiding place. Buttrick: If you can get in, you can sneak up to your favorite classroom. There are also various stairwells. In addition, there is the viewing room in the lower level, as well as G-4 which features audio- visual equipment. Presser: The practice rooms are soundproof. The stage also presents possibilities. Dana: The pottery wheels can be challenging as well as a change of pace. Dana also has a stage with a more intimate You can't go in your room; and you don't have enough money for a motel. So where do you go? If you are creative and like to have fun y there are many places where you can find privacy for your intimate behavior on campus. setting. And don't forget the studios, with their diverse media. Bradley Observatory: It has been said that the observation deck is exhilarating. Rumor has it that the dome can be fun. If it is open, the planetarium is like a microcosmic sex pit. Outside: The amphitheater is secluded. Also, the brick arch in the Infirmary Gardens is a good niche. One can also try using the magnolia trees; their branches and foliage can hide lots of activities. Dean Wistrand hides the "asset" that makes him one of Agnes Scott's sexiest men. The Most Intriguing Men of Agnes Scott 'Unveiled by Rosie Gallup An informal survey has been conducted on campus to deter- mine the sexiest men on campus and their strong points. Though there were many suggestions, in the end, these were the winners: Scott Snead: Hottest (married) man on campus Professor Pilger: Best legs (tie) Professor Bowling: Best legs (tie) Professor Washburn: Mom Grizzly Adams-ish Dean Wistrand: Best "derriere" Professor Johnson: BestG.Q. Professor Ames: Most huggable Russ Drew: Best accent Professor Guthrie: Superman's wonder twin Professor Waggoner: Sexiesi eyes Professor Sheehey: Best "dad" Professor Byrnside: Most fun to be around Professor Cochran: Most intellectual looking but most likely to be a wild man in bed Professor Tumblin: Most distinguished Professor Ocasio: Most suave Professor Sadun: The paradox: most boyish face, most manly scent Curtis: Best public defender Surviving Agnes Scott Often Requires Something More Than a We Look Forward To Seeing You Unisex Salon West Ponce Piece Sfiopprfng Center Corner of Ponce PI. 4 Swanton Wey 377-9004 Free Parking Page 8 THE PROFILE Friday, March 30, 1990 |AlR(T^ gg |EeT|E|R|Tg(T^p|E|N|g Dining Hall and Art Department Link Arms To Create Award- Winning Exhibit by Effie Mae Epsburg Walk into the gallery of Dana and you will cast your eyes upon a piece of history. Never before has a collaborative, modern work of art received such praise and renown. "Bagels, Stale and Moldy" is a work which you will never forget seeing. The idea first came to Drs. Sadler and McGehee one day as they were eating in the dining hall. According to the artists, the idea struck them as they pondered the physical state ot the bagels they had chosen to eat. "We noticed that the bagel, being round and porous, had a mystical quality which was appealing," states Dr. Sadler. The two confronted Patty, and together the three women created the work which has shocked the world. Countless hours of time filled with frustra- tion and brainstorming occured before the work was complete. Patty states that "It took some "We noticed that the bagel, being round and porous, had a mystical quality which was appealing." time finding the bagels that were the right consistency. They had to be stale but still porous. They couldn't be too dry, for then they would not mold properly." Once the bagels were selected, these three adventure- some w omen began the grueling process of molding the bagels. The mold had to be the proper color and type for the work to be aesthetically pleasing. The result is without equal. Bagels are a representation of human life in the urban age. The mold represents the decay of the quality of life. In an effort to speed up the pace of our lives, represented by the shape and quality ot the bagels, we have rotted from the inside. One needs to sit and admire the work tor Several hours to reach the full effect ot its power. The work will be shown for another month before it is moved to the National Gallery in Washington, P.O., where it will be on pennanent display. Darling Stages Rockettes Recruitment Session Pigeon Life To Be Shot on Agnes Scott Campus by Mitch a Powell The College announced last week that production of another motion picture will be underway at this spring. The movie, a chronicle of the lite ot Freddie, a baby pigeon, will be shot in the month of May. The screenplay, written by Oliver Stone, reveals the shocking habits of pigeons. While the work. is being kept hush-hush because of the sensitive and shocking nature of the revelations, we were able to obtain descriptions of several scenes. In his early years, Freddie is plagued and bullied by the baby squirrels living on his limb. As a result, Freddie learns to be tough and territorial. He joins the Young Dumpers, a gang of tough young pigeons. Freddie's gang flies around campus stealing food and leaving droppings on the newly cleaned sidewalks and stairs around campus. As he matures, Freddie tires of this activity and turns to other pursuits of pleasure. He hooks up with some older pigeons who get high off hairspray. Freddie falls into disrepute as he begins to spend all of his time outside the windows of Walters, sniffing hairspray and cigarette smoke to obtain a constant high. Casting is being held in the lobby of the Alston Center in late April. While there are few human roles, countless opportu- nities exist for aspiring pigeons. It should be another interest- ing work which will bring honor to the Agnes Seott community. BY SCOTTYE STARR Marilyn Darling was busy last Tuesday directing traffic caused by the Rockettes recruitment going on in the tap room. The result of one of Ms. Darling's trips to New York last spring, the executive director of the Rockettes descended upon ASC to recruit some Southern charm for his girls. Several enthusiastic Scotties are now members of the famed troupe. 41 It was so exciting; I never thought I would be picked," gushed ecstatic senior Katie Pattillo. "It has always been my dream to try out for the Rockettes. It is simply the ultimate," confessed sophomore Jennifer Trumbull. "I never thought such opportunities existed when I transferred here! Its fantastic!" reported transfer Helen Harber. The faculty and administra- tion even kicked up their heels. Political science professor Cathy Scott made the final cuts. u It was so much fun to let loose!" she stated after the final announcements were made. 'The political science depart- ment will just have to go on without me!" she chuckled. Dean Hudson and Jan Johnson went with Mollie Merrick to try out "for the fun of it." Dean Hudson and Jan were "Broadway here 1 come!" and began tapping circles around the students and dance instructors. Mollie now has to choose between Agnes Scott and the Rockette life she was destined to lead. The ASC finalists will be performing Wednesday in the tap room of the Alston Center at 8:00. Come watch your favorite professors, administra- tors, and classmates kick up their heels. Ms. G* to Star On Broadway BY IMA HlTT Our own Ms. G. will be opening on Broadway next Friday. She has been swept up in the success of her one-woman show. "When I put it together for the ASC talent show, I never thought it would go this far," she admitted to the press last Mon- day. Ms. G. was perform ing in the annual talent show on campus last spring when her talent was discovered. She was whisked away on a nationwide tour to polish the show and get it ready for Broadway. After a few months ot sold-out shows and rave reviews, the producers decided that she was ready for her opening. Ms. G. expressed little appre- hension over the opening of her si >K > shi )\v. When asked In >w someone who has never appeared on Broadway before gets her one- woman show produced, Ms. Q, answered that she had gotten a good deal of practice as a standup comic and singer, as well as learning stress management, as student activities director at ASC I She is ready to be in the spotlight. She smiled and, nodding her head, announced, "It's about i ime 1 was appreci- ated!" (HAIR) HAIRSTYLES FOR MEN & WOMEN Aivard-Winning Nail Tech 404/373-5478 We Offer Student Discounts 1 14 E. Ponce De Lean WxMur. OA 30030 (Next to Buck's) TRACKSIDE TAVERN 3 1 3 East College Avenue (Across the street) I V 1 1 AGNES SCOTT THE PROFILE The Independent Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott College Volume 76, Issue 1 1 PHOTO BY BETT1NA GYR Vivian Saker (Cher) and Stephanie Strickland (Sonny): "I C jot You, Babe" Trustees Announce Appointment of New Dean of the College Press Release The Board of Trustees of Agnes Scott College is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah R. Blanshei as Dean of the College, effective July 16, 1990. Dr. Blanshei is currently Provost and Dean of the Faculty at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania. Sarah Blanshei earned her undergraduate degree from Bates College, where she was a Phi Beta Kappa graduate, and her ^taster's and doctorate degree from Bryn Mawr. She taught in the history department of the University of Tennessee from 1971 until 1983, serving as head of that depart- ment in her last three years there. She joined Lafayette College as its Provost and Dean or the Faculty and Professor of History at that time. Receiving numerous fellow- ships and grants for study and re- search over the last 25 years, Dr. Blanshei is currently working on a hook on medieval Bologna. She has participated in panel dis- cussions and conferences on medieval studies and has served in various capacities with the Southeastern Mediev al Associa- tion. She currently serves as the chair of several associations, such as Lehigh Valley Association oi Independent Colleges' Council of Provosts and Deans and the Commission on Higher Educa- tion of the Middle States Association. President Ruth Schmidt expressed her pleasure with the Board's new appointment. "Dean Blanshei hrings excellent experience and success as a scholar-professor and administra- tor to her new position at our college, as we move into our second century of excellence in educating women." As the new Dean of the College, Sarah Blanshei replaces Dr. Ellen Hall who became the first women president oi C Con- verse College in Spartanburg, South Carolina, last summer. Agnes Scott's interim dean has been Dr. Catherine Sims, who had a 26-year history of teaching history and political science at Agnes Scott before serving as Dean of the American College for Girls in Istanbul, Turkey, and Dean of the College for Sweet- briar College in Virginia. Monday, April 16, 1990 Class of 1991 Endures Capping Week by Susan Adams Strange occurences abounded on campus the week of March 26, as the junior and senior classes practiced the Agnes Scott tradition of capping. Capping, a time-honored tradition at Agnes Scott, allows members of the senior class to "help" a fav orite junior make the transition into her last year at ASC. Many Sonny and Cher look-a- likes graced the campus in sup- port of this year's 70s theme. Throughout the week, juniors performed in the dining hall, giving interesting renditions of "I Got You Babe" and Shaun C kssidy*s classic "Da Do Ron Ron." Off- campus activities tor some individuals included scavenger hunts to local bars and special question-asking sessions in various Atlanta area malls. Early morning swimming and roller skating in Piedmont Park were the two better known fes- tivities for the entire class* The capping period came to an end Wednesday, March 28, with a banquet for the participants and the final ceremony. Christian Ford, a newly capped junior, stated, "The seniors really did a good job this year. Every* >ne stuck to what the reply sheets we filled out said, making things even more fun. It was a really good time, but the talent show was the best overall. It was a chance to see everyone else looking as foolish as you did." Faculty Proposal on Pluses and Minuses Enrages Students by Annmarie Anderson Pluses and minuses are the rage these days. With the up- coming faculty vote on the plus and minus grade proposal, sub- mitted by the academic stan- dards committee, many students are protesting the possibility of a new grading system. In the last academic year the faculty approved a theoretical grading system which would allow plus and minus grades to be used. This system was approved with little resistance from the students. Now, however, stu- dents are protesting this pro- posal. Based on the polls taken to find out how the plus and minus grading scale would affect the students' grades, the faculty said that the new grading system would improve grades. Many students feel that the poll was misleading due to the fact that only ten students were polled. Some students remem- ber the polls as saying plus grades received extra points while minus grades would not make any point difference. Chrissie Lewandowski said, "1 thought it was too good to be true and 1 was right." In response to the proposal academic standards is compos- ing, a stuent forum was held. The faculty were invited. The students shared their concerns and offered suggestions to fight the proposal. During the discussion Mary Frances Kerr said, "[This scale is] setting up people to fail." Many students looked upon this new proposal as a hyprocrisy to the school's interest in diversity. Kim Compoc said, "[They] say diversity but they hike grades and increase tuition." Determined to fight this proposal, many students met to form the Student Voice Coali- tion (SVC). At the meeting, the students decided to make posters, wear armbands, discuss the issue with their professors, conduct a sit-in outside the academic standards committee meeting, and compose a letter to express the concerns the SVC feels the proposal ignores. The letter included some of the following points: There is an inherent contradiction in creating a diverse class experience and a "cut-throat" class experience. Already marginalized students (African- Americans, RTCs, etc.) will feel its effects the most. "Fine tuning" is an anti- liberal arts concept in a school with so much subjective grading. Students have "articulated their feelings of helplessness in having no final vote." In the faculty meeting on April 6, the faculty voted to send the proposal back to Academic Standards Commit- tee, which will work further on the subject and reconsider the proposed grading scale. It is important to keep in mind that the grading scale presented to students at the Forum has only been a recom- mendation. The same scale is currently suggested, but only a minority of the faculty use it. Traditionally, the faculty/ student relationship has been strong and supportive. Now their ideas are divided. Inside Editorials Rep Council Resolution on Plus/Minus System Page2 News Jean McDowell Wins Prestigious NEH Grant Page 5 Arts & Entertainment Cowabunga! Its Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Page 9 Page 2 THE PROFILE Monday, April 16, 1990 Lagniappe Rep Rap by Michelle Roberts Agnes Scott College gloats over its student-faculty ratio. Usually, students and faculty find the small class size and the opportunity for personal attention to be mutually rewarding. In the past few weeks, tension between students and faculty has arisen over the plus/minus controversy, disturbing the peaceful balance. Students have come together, rumors have spread as information has been misinterpreted, and some members of the faculty, usually so receptive and responsive to students' concerns, have assumed a mocking attitude toward student response on this issue. We need to focus on the needs of the student body. Gaines was almost completely filled at the Student Forum, and no one in the auditorium would stand up in favor of pluses and minuses. Within a week, posters and signs covered Buttrick, professors were confronted, and an organ- izational meeting was held to unite a student voice and to create vehicles to enable that voice to be heard. Obviously, we are vehemently opposed to the plus/minus system. Students have been encouraged to recalculate their grade point averages. Apparently, random samples have been done, but no actual results have been given to the student body, and there have been discrepancies between the informal statistics given to Rep Council and those given to the student body at the Student Forum. Students immedi- ately found that their G.P.A.s would be hurt by the plus/ minus system and have revolted against it. The faculty argues that the plus/minus system will reduce stress: for example, if a student goes into a final exam with a borderline A/B, the exam will not determine a full grade point difference; a B+ will only be .33 lower than an A-. 1 !* wever, the A- will no longer be worth 4.0 points; it will be worth 3.67. Pluses will help, but there is no A+, which seems to skew the scale. It will be more difficult than ever to make an A. Students at Agnes Scott work hard. It is surprising that more of us do not have drug or alcohol problems, eating disorders and other manifestations ot a success-oriented environment. Professors should look back on their own c< allege careers and remember what the pressure can do to a person before they scoff at the students' problems, many of which are hidden from the faculty who generally see stu- dents only in classes. The basis for the proposal has been stared as a "fine tuning" for the grading scale. At the same time, faculty members assure students that grades are not that important and wonder why we are creating such a stir. The College's admissions standards are highly selective, and the academics are extremely competitive. It cannot be denied that.grades are important: for maintaining scholarships, for academic honors, and for graduate study and job recruitment. Our grades themselves seem to be a "fine tuning" for our futures, determining many opportunities for us. Although it is not fair to be identified by one's grades, many students feel thai grades arc th.it important. The institution of a system which will lower our grades, our self-esteem, and our Oppor- tunities is cruel and insensitive. Communication between faculty and students is crucial in this situation. Professors should say exactly what they feel, taking the time to explain why they think that students would benefit from the plus/minus system, and really listen to student response. I cannot believe that the faculty would favor anything that would hurt the students, so there must be some justification for their beliefs. Let's hear it! Determining the Colleges academic standards is one of the only outlets for our professors' voices. But where do students 1 \ iko count? We are the ones whose grades will suffer. Regardless of the faculty's individual feelings on the matter, respect for students' welfare should remain top priority. I low can such ov erwhelming student feeling be ignored I by Betsy Johnson Although the new Rep Council has only been in session for two weeks, we have already dealt with several important issues. The most publicized issue has been, of course, the new proposals from Academic Standards Committee regarding pluses and minuses and the refined grading scale. Rep Council decided to hold a student forum in order to explain to the student body what the proposals were and to get some feedback from the students. We feel the forum was helpful in establishing the majority opinion of the campus; however, there seemed to be a good deal of confusion generated about the proposals. Rep discussed what action, if any, we should take in this matter and decided to draft a petition to be circulated among the students for their signature. We also decided to clarify our position on the proposals by writing a by Elizabeth Peryam "The wind blows where it will and no one knows from whence it comes or where it goes..." Many people find comfort and security in their own oppression. And because they have chosen the plain vanilla flavor of hi ind obedience, they see no reason why the rest of us should enjoy the exhilarating array of flavors av ailable in a life of independent thinking. Too many women are willing to relinquish the responsihilit \ for their lives to men. ll I can't do that," they whine. "My daddy/ husband/preacher/date won't Let me." They allow themselves to be bound down by fear of embar- rassment or coercion, threats of pain, loneliness or eternal hell, so they won't venture into un- charted or dangerous territory. But those of who do live free, live celebrating. It takes a lot of faith, and not the fear-filled faith ot most christians (or is it the faith-filled fear?). With real trust, you can go anywhere, he friends with anyone, try out any new way of thinking, do anything and know that "Thou art with me." But tin) many of us give .ill this away. "I love you. Take my future. I don't need it." Or "Everybody says that's no longer fashionable (or not nice, or unladylike, or I'll go to hell), so I'll just let them do my thinking for me." A dear, wonderful woman told resolution to be published here and in the Campus Connection. On April 3, the following resolution was passed: "We the members of the Rep- resentative Council of Agnes Scott College oppose the adoption of a grade point system incorporating pluses and minuses. As the handbook states, 'The purpose of this body- is to represent the students to the administration and to be aware of students' concerns and needs" (page 50). While we are aware of student opposition to a plus/minus system, we are concerned that our voice, as well as the voice of the student body as a whole, is not taken as seriously as it should be. We believe that student outcry on the issue of pluses and minuses is symptomatic of a general feeling of helplessness and frustration. Student opinion in matters affecting them in and out of the classroom is not taken into consideration as it should be, and the voice of the students is not heard. Time Traveler me the other day, "I enjoy your column. I admire you so much f< >r speaking out," she said, and continued, "I have clever stood up and stated what I believe. I've always been atmid. But after so many years of believing hut not speaking, you just become nothing. Nothing." And she looked very sad. Could it be that a truth unspoken becomes a lie. 7 Many religious teachings We have generated a petition for the student body to sign that enumerates the reasons for student opposition to the plus/ minus system." Other issues that Rep has dealt with this month have been the assignment of committees for each Rep member and the selection of a Rep gift for the campus. Each member is responsible for working on two committees while on Rep Council. Various committees include the food, budget, publicity, environmental and social awareness, and the public safety committee. The Rep gift is something that Rep gives to the campus each year that is for the whole commu- nity. As of yet, we have not settled on a gift; suggestions have ranged from condom machines for the dorms to fruit juice machines and Xerox copiers. We are investigating the feasibility of each option and, hopefully, will make a selection soon. Please refer any suggestions to a member of Rep council. would have us believe that God is way up there and we are way down here and never the twain shall meet, except by superhuman effort. But if, as they also say, C rod is all -powerful, even where -present and all-knowing, then there is no hum, in skin thick enough to keep ( iod out, not even the skin ot those who believe the most in the myth ot original sin. Made in the image ot God (continued from Ini{>c4) AGNES SCOTT THE PROFILE The Student Newspaper of Agnes Scott I !oliege The Profile is published biweekly throughout the academic year. The views expressed in the editorial section are those oi the author and do not necessarily represent the views oi the student body, (acuity, oi administration. Editor-in-Chief Michelle Roberts Copy Hi m >K Kristin Lemmerman Managing Editor Laura Shaeffer News Editor Erika Stamper Assistant News Editor Tonya Smith Features Editor Angie Tacker Assistant Features Editor Winnie Varghese Arts Editor Sandee McGlaun Assisi \\t Arts Editor Rita Ganey Ph< m i iRAPtn Editor Barbie Stitt Phmi x ip \ihi.k_ Sunny McClendon Advertising Manager Pamela Muse Assistant Advertising Manager Sara DiGiusto Circulation Manager Mary Mathewes The Profile Agnes Scott College Box 764 Decatur, OA 30030. Primed by Chapman Press, Atlanta, GA HJm.r's Note: The Profile always welcomes comments. < ntK isin, and suggestions, Lettea bo die Editor should be signed, typed d.mhie-spaced, & oa disk and submitted to Box 764. Names will be withheld upon request Monday, April 16, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 3 Letters To The Editor Racial and Religious Slurs Dear Editor: Abortion is a liberal cause, so it is not surprising that the presence of the Catholic arch- bishop as an invited guest on the Agnes Scott campus would pro- voke response. What is surprising is that The Profile would permit one writer to sink to racial and religious slurs, akin to the most ignorant forms of anti-Catholicism of the past. One could sadly turn away from the astounding printed state- ment in The Profile that Catholics "have ruthlessly attempted to destroy all competition by killing all possible followers of other religions across the earth." Howev er, to find it too low a statement to respond to and denounce is to allow it to stand in someone's mind unchallenged. The author needs a history lesson first. Then perhaps she can open her mind to divergent points of view about the issues of the day. Anti-Catholicism is no more tolerable than anti-Semitism and other forms of bigotry. It should be unworthy of your publication and your college. Sincerely, Gretchen Keiser Editor The Georgia Bulletin April 5, 1990 On 2-17-90 a wheel cover was stolen from a vehicle parked on East Dougherty Street. This inci- dent was the second in one week. No further problems have been reported in the East Dougherty area. Between March 12-13, 1990, a wallet was stolen from a purse left in an administrative office in Buttrick Hall. On March 2 1 , 1990, the victim advised the De- partment of Public Safety that her wallet had been found. The wallet was returned to the victim by mail. All of her belongings were returned, with the excep- tion of $1.00. The importance of fire drills cannot be stressed enough. We are aware that many persons find the drills to be a nuisance.. However, we are serious about protecting the campus commu- nity from the dangers of fire. The recent disaster in a New York city night spot serves as a sad illustra- tion of the absolute necessity for proper safety routes and measures. Drills help to establish, as second nature, a safe response to an emergency situation. Your support of and participation in these drills is therefore essential. The Department of Public Safety recently held a late evening seminar on rape preven- Making a Difference Dear Editor: Being a woman does not qualify me to be a member of a minority by any definition: de- mographically nor deprivation- ally (thank you, Peter Berger). Statistics and stereotypes are powerful tools and can be used to the advantage or disadvantage of all sides of an issue. Frankly, I would like to see some "cross- cultural" studies based on person hood. Meanwhile, let us experiment with honesty (an attribute not particularly fashionable these days) and take personal responsi- bility rather than resorting to the unattractive ploy of "poor me" and "if... only." Not to study history is to deny its existence; however, using it as a reason for v indie - tiveness over past atrocities is to evoke paralyzing negativity that will exhaust me and distract me from tapping into my present sources of creativity and ability. It suits me to deal with the here and now, here and now. It suits me not to be intimidated and victimized by statistics and stereotypes. It suits me to interfere with societal self- tion. Lt. Amy Lanier conducted the seminar which included informal discussion, lecture, and two crime prevention videos. The Department of Public Safety would like to thank the students who attended the semi- nar and to encourage the con- tinued support of our programs. During the week of March 25- 30, 1990, several ASC Public Safety Officers participated in a firearms qualification procedure. The Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training Council requires all police officers to qualify with a score of 80% on a prescribed course. ASC officers qualifying with scores above 90% were: Chief Rus Drew, Sgt. ' Gregory Scott, Sgt. Curtis Parrott, and Off. Charlotte York. The entire department partici- pates in fireanns qualification at least twice per year. Please welcome Officer Charlotte York to the Agnes Scott community. Officer York is a graduate of Georgia State University, with a bachelors degree in Criminal Justice. Prior to coming to Agnes Scott, Officer York was employed by the GSU Police Department for over five years. As the only female investigator at Georgia State Officer York gave particu- lar attention to crimes against women. fulfilling prophecy, whenever I can be aware of it and its conse- quences. Being a woman is a wonderful condition an asset, in my view not a liability. I do not consider separatism, castration and/or ball-busting legitimate means, nor do I consider the goal of "power over" an honorable erui. Instead, let's talk about person- hood. Let's talk about strength, not power. Let's talk about courage, not vindictiveness. Let's consider approaching language by purging it of ism words, i.e. Catholicism, Protestantism, femninism, sexism, racism, ageism. Let's put our energies into making sure that every American has an opportunity to learn how to read; every American has an opportunity to function in a reality that makes drug use unattractive, unnecessary for blacks, whites, males, females, young and old. In a toast she chose to deliver in Black English vernacular to distinguished women anthroplo- gists at their meeting in Spain, Johnetta Cole, president of Spelman College, said, "We be's for difference", for respecting difference, for allowing for difference until difference don't make no difference no more." I like that. Sincerely, Joyce Latimer Faculty Information Dear Editor: We believe in frredom of the BY MlCHELE A. BARARD Why must it be that when anything apparently positive happens in African and African- American cultures it is presented to a class as if it were not inten- tional? Why must various aspects of African and African-American societies have developed in certain ways as an "accident?" If the Europeans could have been so- phisticated enough to "decide" to experiment with something, why couldn't the Africans? Right about now, you're probably saying to yourself, "Nobody said that Africans aren't as sophisticated as Europeans. What is she going on about?" The fact of the matter is that I went to a class and was told this about Africans. It was implied through the use of words like "accidental" when referring to African develop- ment and "prescribed" when referring to European develop- ment. As an African-American student, it offends me to hear this press. However, we also believe in a responsible press. The past three Time Traveler articles have displayed a dismaying pattern of irresponsibility. Each of these articles appeared to have been based on faulty premises which were then presented as factual information. 1 1 is not necessary to argue the lack of accuracy in Ms. Peryam's rather original presentation of human genetics Dr. Wistrand and Dr. White have done that quite adequately. But I must comment on the almost frightening level of anger and hostility portrayed in the February 23 entry. Time Traveler has committed the classic error of placing blame and responsibility for an entire institutional history upon the shoulders of one contemporary individual. One of us has children. When they were young, I taught them to avoid suppositions based upon either inadequate or faulty Time Traveler (continued from means made by the all-powerful creator with the ability to create. Some of us create with our hands like the potter at the wheel. But most creation occurs in our minds. Our fondest dreams are the stuff our later lives are made of. The things we love and do the best are the talents the master has entrusted to us. Also entrusted to us are the power and integrity necessary to fulfill those dreams. As we work on the physical plane, The Forum type of implied racism. The professors who use these types of words will not consider themselves racists. The students of European descent will not consider these professors racists. However, many African- American students on this campus will consider these professors racists. The unintentional use of racist language is a major problem with race relations at Agnes Scott. We are all trying to pretend that what happened last year did not change us, but it did. The black students are more sensitive to verbal barbs. The white students are attempt- ing either to be cautious or to say nothing. The tension is still thick enough to cut it with a knife. Yet time and again we are faced with racism not overt, not blatant, nothing that can really be addressed but it is unintentionally implied racism. How do we approach a professor, whom we are meant to inormation and then presenting these suppositions as facts. Fortunately, they seem to have learned that lesson. Time Traveler has not. Ms. Peryam is a talented writer. We would like to see her rise to that talent with less biased, more accurate Profile editorials. Sincerely, Jean McDowell Regenia Thames Whose Prerogative? Dear Editor: As a member of the Agnes Scott community, 1 am continu- ally enraged and embarrassed by the "Time Traveler" column regularly published in The Profile. But rather than to honor Ms. Peryam with a rebuttal, I have addressed this to The Pro- file. It is menat simply as an inquiry to The Profile staff. Students are often drawn to Agnes Scott because of our commitment to academic truth and our open-minded accep- (continued from page 4) page 2) materials are provided for us to build according to the patterns in our minds. My friend Harry says, "The only sin is ignorance, and the only ignorance is the illusion of separation from God." My friend Jesus said, "The kingdom of heaven is within." Notice there are no conditions on that. Instead of looking for powers from without to guide our lives, let's. go within and listen to the still, small voice to lead us. respect, to explain after such a hurt, that his or her paradigm about Africans and their descendants needs to be re- evaluated? How do we tell the person, on whom we rely to grade us fairly, that we feel that he or she needs to look more carefully at how things are presented to the class? How do we tell the professor that we, as African- Americans, deeply resent the minimizing of the actions, accomplishments, and lifestyles of our foremothers and forefathers, especially since this development has had such direct impact on the lives of all Americans in some way. You will tell us to go to the professor, to talk with him or her, to be respectful and not defensive, and to say all of what I have just said. Well, we can't. We're afraid. We wish to simply get out of college as quickly as possible with as little trouble as possible. Now tell me, tell all of us: HOW DO WE DO THIS? Public Safety News Student Speaks Out on Word Choice and Paradigms Page 4 THE PROFILE Monday, April 16, 1990 Letters (continued from page 3) tance of all peoples. As students, we are taught to respect all opinions and beliefs, and to balance our own convictions against an ideal of intellectual honesty. Ms. Peryam's column adheres to none of these fundamental principles. Rather, she thrives on stereotyping on the basis of race, religion, and sex. She approaches issues with a blatant disregard for honesty and sound reasoning. My question is simply this: Why is her crude prejudice and malignment of fact rewarded with an exclusive column? If she cares to submit editorials, that is her prerogative and it is yours to print them. But to grant a private column implies support from The Profile for her pro- poganda. Our Profile is sent to prospective students, parents, alumnae and other institutions. Is it our intention to portray Agnes Scott as an asylum for close-minded deception and bigotry or as an academic institution of merit. 7 Sincerely, Mary Beth Graves Catalog of Truth Dear Editor, We, some concerned and perhaps opinionated juniors, have a pretty good idea about what it is like to attend Agnes Scott College by now. It has come to our attention while reading over the school catalog that it would be in the best interests of the incoming students that they have a good idea of what ASC is like, as op- posed to some picturesque fan- tasy. Keep in mind that all of these stories are true. We feel that a truthful description of ASC should read something like this: Agnes Scott is a women's college located outside of Atlanta in the metropolis of Decatur, complete with roaring trains, police and ambulance sirens, and drug busts right across the street. As you can see, it has everything to accompany a serene atmosphere made just for studying. If you are one of the lucky ones, you may find yourself being approached by a man wearing a ski mask and pointing a gun at you in Hopkins parking lot (that is, if you are fortunate to find a parking space to begin with), but do not be afraid, for he will probably just want to borrow your car for a little while that's all. For those of you without a car, you may have to find other means of transportation. Atlanta is blessed with a transit system known as MARTA, and ASC students are even further blessed by having a MARTA station just a few blocks away. If you find yourself needing a ride to get to the station, do not hesitate to call Public Safety to give you one. Be aware of the fact, however, that they may not feel overjoyed by providing this service, even if they have a new all-terrain vehicle that "makes them more visible to the community." Once on MARTA you may find the experience quite rewarding. Some students have reported they have had the joy of being flashed, approached by drunk men (they probably just wanted to talk), or even having a man masturbate right across the aisle from them. It may sound scary, but fear not they mean you no harm. The campus life of ASC is yet another experience in itself. There are many areas to be covered and information you need to be aware of. First, the dining hall offers a wide variety of foods such as rice, rice, or rice. You may feel inclined to bring your own chopsticks, however, because the silverware does not exactly have that so-clean-you- can-see-your-face-in-it shine. If you were not a vegetarian before you came to ASC, you will be one before you leave (some vegetarians may disagree with this, for they do not feel that their preferences are fulfilled either). You may also discover that the dining hall is one place you can enter famished and leave feeling the same way. Dorm life is an experience at any college, and the one at ASC will provide you with some fond and not so fond memories. While a freshman your rooming choices are limited, but you have the opportunity for even more limited choices as an upperclass- man. If you are a sick person (that is, if you have allergies), you can live in the only air conditioned hotel/dorm for your entire stay. For those who are healthy, many trying situations may be encountered, due to the tendency to admit more students than there is room. Sometimes who you live next to is as important as who you live with. More important, however, is the room in which you will live. ASC provides its students with some beautiful rooms but, as you know, looks are not every- thing. Do not be surprised if you have to situate your bed in such a way as to avoid the rain coming through your roof. Furthermore, sometimes you do not have to concern yourself with washing your clothes because, on the fourth floor of Main, you can just leave them in your not -so- waterproof closet. As you can see, the dorm rooms are able to provide you with the joy of living outside as well as living inside. Finally, if you find the number of people in your room does not equal the number of closets, don't despair. A nice commodity called a wardrobe will be furnished after you have lived out of your suitcase for two months. ASC is known not only for its rigorous academic schedules, but also for the fact that, by the time a woman concludes her stay here, she is able to be independent and to take care of herself. Some students may find themselves becoming independent at an earlier stage of the game. This may occur when one has a professor who doesn't believe in using calculators to calculate grades. Thus, his/her educated guesses may be off by a couple of letter grades, but do not be afraid: you can go to the registrar's office and have them changed yourself. Independence comes to those who have professors who do not believe in using class time to teach, but instead to read newspaper articles [Relevant to the material the student is to be learning. Independence ; i| st ) comes CO those who are not (made aware of the changes in the requirements for her major and thus struggles through these classes, alters her G.P.A., and relinquishes the possibility of graduating with honors. It would be in your best interest, then, i > be both a responsible student and your own advisor and in some cases your own teacher as wel 1 . It builds character and makes it easier on the administration. Finally, once a student has graduated from ASC and she finds a job with the character she has built, n}r- cm begin paying back the exorbitant loan she has due to the outlandish tuition increases that occurred every year while she was here. Not only that, but she may even be able to purchase somehting from the campus shop since she could not do so as a student considering that their prices are inversely related to the ASC student's budget. We hope that you will decide to attend ASC and experience the joy that others before you have. Respectfully submitted, Non-Cobhers United Time Traveler Responds to Parry Dear Editor, 1 refuse to be painted with the same brush as the KKK because I absolutely favor free- dom of religion for everyone, which also means freedom from other people's religions. Simone Weil wrote, "Christ rejected the Devil's offer of the kingdom oi this world. But the Church. ..has succumbed to it." Some people would snatch the very bread off our plates in this life so that later, when we and our unwanted children are starv- ing, they can bribe and manipu- late us with promises of pie in the sky by and by. Please look at it this way: A foreign government, blatantly discriminatory against us and therefore exclusively male, leads an unconstitutional attack upon the laws of this country which affect, exclusively, females. Does our esteemed philosopher suggest that we meekly and silently submit to this illegal in- vasion of our laws and our lives for bear of being labelled "anti- catholic"? Sincerely, Elizabeth Peryam Time Traveler Responds to Goldstein Dear Editor, 1) Rolf Hochhuth, in his book The Deputy, available in the library, provides ample documen- tation of the history of the contract signed by Hitler and the Pope and the Vatican's subse- quent compliance with that agreement during WWII. I Inler teared the Pope's power and backed down every time he spoke out a^.nnst the similiter which, unfortunate!) i> >r ntulli< *ns of Jews, was not very often. 2) John Paul II rec enily deplored the destruction of the environment. V< mi <. laim glory tor the church because it "battles" against (amine. Bill overpopula- tion is the main cause <>f environ- mental destruction leading to famine Y< >ur chi 6en church could fjghl I. unine more effec- tively, and attain some credibil' (continued from page 5) Take A Break! What would you do if someone offered you the chance to get away from it all. To leave school, your parents, everything behind and do something you've never done before. Like white-water rafting, mountain climbing, or cave exploring. And what it you knew you'd come back stronger, more con- lidcnt. and with a dozen friend- ships that would last you a lifetime? seems quite as daunting. Most Outward Bound courses center around such activities as canoeing, sailing, mountaineering, and backpacking. Some last a week, others more than three months. AJI are designed to foster leadership skills, self-reliance, teamwork, and respect for others. But don't worry. You don't have to be the captain of the football team to experience Outward Bound. Most of the almost 20.000 people who go each year are in average physical shape and have little or no experience in the wilderness. Typically, there are eight to 12 students and two to three Outward Bound instructors in That's what Outward Bound* is all about. It s about you. and who you are. Because once you've overcome the chaJ- lengrs that nature can throw | at you. nothing else in life each group. Instructors are all uniquely qualified in their areas of wilderness expertise. They're able leaders, with substantia] training, and safety is their number-one concern. There are over six hundred Outward Bound courses in twenty states to choose from. No matter what your age. interests, or outdoor experi- ence, there's one lust right for you. Call or write today for a free color catalog. Ask about financial aid, and high school and college credit. Call toll-free 1-800-243-8520 (1-20.3-661-0797 in Connecticut) or write Outward Bound USA. 384 Kield Point Road. Greenwich, CT 06830. 1 800-243-8520 Monday, April 16, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 5 Pat Murray checks blood pressure at the Health Fair. Jean McDowell Becomes First ASC Student To Receive Esteemed Award Fair Aims to Keep By Beth Bi am v Atlanta area hospitals, health agencies, and pharmacutical companies were represented at the College's second annual Health Fair. Sponsored hy Student Health Services and CHOICES, the Fair was held in the Alston Campus Student Center on April 5. Memhers and employees of various health organizations pro- vided services and information to the Agnes Scott College commu- nity. Northside Hospital offered a variety of health tests, including mammograms and cholestoral and hearing screenings. Decatur and Charter Peachford Hospitals provided information on eating disorders, drug and alcohol abuse, and stress reduction. The health agencies repre- sented at the fair included the Atlanta Lung Association, the American Cancer Society, the American Diabetes Association, the National Black Women's Health Project, AID Atlanta, the Georgia Dental Association, and by Daphne Norton Dr. John Carey, professor of Bible and Religion, challenged his audience with a lecture en- titled "Limits, Boundaries, and Ambiguities." Mortar Board asked that Dr. Carey prepare this lecture as though it were the last one he would ever give. Sharing his wisdom, Dr. Carey not only prepared students for life after Agnes Scott, but he also gave advice that can be put to use now. Dr. Carey began by encourag- ing students to enjoy life and to be multidimensional people, keeping many interests alive. He explained that travel and global awareness experiences often change our outlook on life, since by putting ourselves in very different contexts, we open ourselves to new life experiences. Letters ( c< mtmued from page 4) ity, if it ever made that connec- tion and revised its birth control dogma accordingly. 3) It takes a pretty slippery mind to deny the qualitative and quantitative differences between a walking, talking, breathing, dreaming human being and the inchoate mass of cells you call a "baby". It takes a very cruel heart to tell your sister that you prefer that mass of cells to any hopes and dreams she may have had. Sincerely, Elizabeth Peryam the Red Cross. Each of these agencies distributed literature pertaining to their particular organizations, as well as information on current health issues. At the Ortho Pharmaceutical Corporation and Whitehall Pharmaceuticals booths, general product infomration was displayed. An employee of the McKinney Apothecary, located in Decatur, was also present with general pharmacy information. Independent medical professionals participated in Health Fair 1990 as well. Optomologist Dr. David Levenson, M.D., provided vision and glaucoma screening, and Dr. Frank Sinkoe, D.P.M., was available to discuss his practice in podiatry and other health- related issues. Agnes Scott employees of the Student Health Center were also on hand to provide blood pressure screenings and to distribute literature regarding women's health issues and other health problems that are of concern to college students. In this light, he urged us to realize the problems in America's society. For example, we should not be satisfied with problems so severe as the homeless crisis. Dr. Carey's advice also prepared students for ambiguity. Unfortunately, situations and decisions are not always clear-cut, and we can not feel absolutely certain about anything. However, we need not remain trapped in this uncertainty. Through role models, Dr. Carey explained, we can commit ourselves to a purpose. We need a direction or goal for our lives. Next, he encouraged us to be as charitable as possible. Dr. Carey finds forgiveness to be a much more admirable quality than judgement. He encouraged people to develop a tolerance for those whom we do not under- stand. The need to be lifted from ordinary concerns can be fulfilled through a religious community. A religious community nurtures us and encourages us. A wide variety of such communities provide healing, from traditional denominations to new religious groups. Carey added that, regardless ot the kind of community, we all need interaction that is positive and leads to self-development. As a conclusion to his lecture, Dr. Carey challenged us to follow our callings. Happiness is not a goal in itself. We should decide for ourselves what is worth a lifetime investment. Often, happiness comes as a byproduct. By Erika Stamper Jean McDowell, an RTC and a philosophy major, has been awarded a National Endowment for the Humanities Junior Scholar Grant. She is the first Agnes Scott student to receive this award. This grant is possible through the Younger Scholars Awards. The recipients of the reward will by Michelle Hampton On April 10, the Space Shuttle Atlantis launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Nestled in its cargo bay was the most innovative and technologi- cally advanced telescope ever developed the Hubble Space Telescope. After 20 years of planning and testing, the telescope has been placed into orbit 380 miles above the Earth, where it now expands be expected to work full time for nine weeks during the summer. During this time the scholar will do research and write a paper under the supervision of a humanities scholar. Jean was awarded the grant after she submitted a proposal for a summer research project. She was in competition with students all over the country. A panel of nationally known scholars in the scientists' view of the universe by 125 times. The telescope can detect light at a distance of 14 billion light years away from the Earth. Its mission over its 1 5 year lifespan will be to study the origins and evolution of the universe, helping scientists make predictions for the future. Pilots Loren J. Shriver and Charles F. Bolden, and mission specialists Kathryn D. Sullivan, Bruce McCandless II, and Dr. humanities judged her proposal and thought it to be worthy of funding. Jean, having an interest in bioethics, is doing her summer study on the topic, "Bioethics, Utilitarianism, and Mills." Her study is based on the philosophy of John Stewart Mills. She will spend her summer doing research on a particular problem in the area of medical ethics. Steven A. Hawley made up the shuttle crew. Dr. Hawley was responsible for operating the shuttle's mechanical arm, which placed the telescope into orbit. Mc- Candless, the EVA (extrave- hicular activities) specialist, saw to the final adjustments of the telescope once it was outside of the shuttle's cargo bay. The information supplied by this shuttle mission and the continuing mission of the Hubble Space Telescope may lead to invaluable advancements in space and science technology. Win A Hawaiian Vacation or Big Screen TV Plus Raise Up To $1,400 In Just 10 Davs! Objective: Fundraiser Commitment: Minimal Money: Raise $1,400 Cost: Zero Investment Campus organization, clubs, frats, sororities call OCMC at 1-800-932-0528 or 1-800-950-8472 ext. 10 Career Corner by Adriane Creety If you're Like many people, you plan to seek a job after graduation, maybe even with a specific company. Getting information about that company can give you the cutting edge in making a good impression with your employer. Career Planning and Placement has a variety of sources which can equip you with this knowledge. A list of alumnae working in a variety of fields has been compiled by the Career Planning and Placement Off ice, and is continually updated. This can help you start the networking process, and ulti- mately increase your chances of landing that all-important interview. In the Career Library, company binders and Hies represents wide variety of companies. Many books in the reference section of the library contain factual information about the best companies to work for in the United States, some listed according to region and some by career. Stop by Career Planning and Placement to find out more about how we can assist you with your job search. Last Lecture Clears Ambiguities Hubble Space Telescope Launched Page 6 THE PROFILE Monday, April 16, 1990 PHOTO BY LAYL1 MILLER er new friends ride a San Francisco street car Adam Clayton Powell, Jr.: Modern Black Politician BY MlCHELE A. BARARP Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., was born in 1908 in New Ha- ven, Connecticut. The family later moved to New York City. His lather was pastor of "Abyssin- ian Baptist Church, one of Har- lem's largest churches. Adam Jr. graduated trom Colgate University in 1930. He also became assistant pastor of Abyssinian. Adam Powell ml inued hi> education to obtain a master's degree in religious education from Columbia Teachers College in 1932. From 1937 to 1970 Powell served as pastor to the A b yss i n i a n c ongrega t i on . In the 1930s, Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., led protest marches tor jobs and against segregation. In 1941, he was the first African-American to win election to the New York City Council. In 1944, he was elected to the U.S. House ol Representatives. Adam Powell challenged racial segregation within Congressional "privileges" like ON THE SQUARE IN DECATUR (mondAY-FRIDAy) O^n) - 5 AT ) TUES. - 5At3 ] Teaturimg j DELI ' & GRILL*/ 'QUARE M -Pirvi^jELR,- CP you R second I I I "bpi hour A 0 BREAKFAST OR LUMCH FRIES OR SOFT DRINK WITH riA\U h lf=T I I I J 17 COURT SQUARE DC4TUR, GA 300 3701111 I Good twroo II Jo 89 ! [COUPON \ ENTREE OF EjQual. OR LESSER VALUE. 1 . jOOD TMRjDO 11 JO 39 the Congressional barber shop, restaurants, and hotels. He introduced what came to be known as the Powell Amend- ment w hich called tor the cutting ol federal funds to organizations which practiced racial segrega- tion. Unfortunately, this amendment was never passed. While Powell was chairman of the House Committee on Education and Labor in 1961, he helped pass legislation to aid education and job training and to fight poverty. Powell's position on racism earned him many enemies. In 1960, he became involved in a libel suit in New York City. Powell refused to answer the subpoena based on Congressional immunity. In 1966, he was cited far contempt ot court for refusing to pay damages. One year later, Powell's enemies in the House of Repre- sentatives voted to exclude him Baha'i Symposium Aims for Intracultural Understanding by Lavli Miller China is one of the most ignored and one of the largest populations on earth. It took mass death last June at Tienanmen Square for the w orld to become aware of a long Chinese cultural history. At the Baha'i International Chinese Symposium in San Francisco, Chinese and South- east Asian culture was studied. Forty people, including Chinese and Southeast Asian university students and people of other races from all over the world, gathered together for the united purpose of learning from and giving respect to Chinese culture. University participants came from Harvard, Berkeley, University of Southern Califor- nia, Stanford, and Purdue. Other countries were repre- sented by citizens of Ecuador, Hawaii, Surinam, England, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, and Macau. The West has distorted much of Chinese culture. For ex- ample, u sina" is the correct pro- nunciation of China, but because of lazy diplomats and cocky journalists the world has adopted the most convenient way to say it. Also, many oi the "Chinese" fortune cookies that claim Confucius, a revered Chinese prophet, as their author are grossly inaccurate. "One picture is worth a thousand words" was originally written by Confucius to be, "One hundred hearings is not worth one seeing." There is much that the West, and particularly American culture, can leam from the Chinese. The world today could use many ot the values impor- tant to this unbroken civilization of five thousand years. When a group of Chinese were asked to rate Issues most important to their culture they spoke of family, wealth and security, harmony and peace, education, respect tor others, morality, health, and following words with deeds. At the formation ot the United Nations In San Francisco in 1945 the ambassador from China made a mot ion that China was prepared to give up part ot their sovereignty to form a unified world federation if the rest of the participating coun- tries would do the same. The motion was not sec- onded and denied* By now, perhaps the world has grown enough in maturity to follow China's example and could also be willing to give up attach- ments ot race and politics to fonn one unified world. The conference ended with a prayer, recited and sung with beautiful Chinese melody and dance. On an inspired note, the conference silently pledged to learn trom and understand cultures not appreciated appropriately by the world. from his sen. Powell tiled a federal suit because he felt this action would not have been taken against a white man. The same year, during a special election to fill his seat, Powell won an overwhelming majority of the votes. The same thing occurred in 1968. The U.S. Supreme C foiifl ruled that it was unconstitu- tional lor the House to exclude him trom his sc.it. Powell was reinstated. In 1970, Powell lost the Democratic Party primary election and retired. He died tw( i years Liter in Miami, Florida. r AVONDALE MINI-STORAGE 292-9173 A Great Place For Summer Storage Can Furnish Truck and Driver* 'Student rates available. Ask for details Monday, April 16, 1 990 THE PROFILE Page 7 It's Spring: The Search For Right Room and Roomate by Leigh Stanford Spring at ASC means one thing: pretty soon you will he drawing numbers to determine in what order they will be picking the rooms for next year. Your choice of rooms depends on your ranking and the number you draw in the room lottery. The idea is that seniors should be allowed preference since this is their last year of college, but all students should have some choice in determining where they live, The room lottery means that not all of us will get what we want, and not all of us will have a good number. Technically, the best number in the room lottery should be ^1 in the senior class"? Those with progressively worse numbers will have to be more willing to compromise. All students select three rooms in which they are willing to spend the upcoming academic year. Don't be hasty. A year is a long time. The process of selecting a room and rex animate can be divided into three main parts: location, features, and room- mate. Don't make the mistake of thinking you only have to consider the room. "How tar am I going to have to walk. 7 " is, for many students, the most important considera- tion. There are five dorms that will house students at Agnes Scott for the next academic year: Walters, Winship, Rebekah, Main, and Inman, and they are listed here in the order of how far they are from Buttrick Hall hub of ASC campus life. Lovers of nature will certainly appreciate the beauty of Winship's location. Winship looks out onto a small courtyard with weeping willow trees. Students often come here to unw ind in the shade. Still other students will be especially concerned with diet and may want a room that is easily accessible to a dining establishment. Their room choices will, however, depend on what they classify as edible, In >m Dairy Queen and the Freight Room to the snack bar and perhaps even the dining hall. A look at the nicknames of some dorms might give you a clue to their characters. "Hotel Inman" and u Wacky Walters" are two nicknames all ASC students should be familiar with. "Hotel Inman" is a luxury by any standards. All of the rooms have air conditioning which can be regulated by the students. Some students, however, complain that Inman is too quiet and that the residents appear unfriendly. Spring Equinox Starts off a Season of Peace Hold your breath, Agnes Scott, the pagans are back. Actually, we never left we just had to move out for Spring Break. And what a Spring Break it was! On March 2 1 , we cele- brated the Spring Equinox, which marks the Easter Sabbat. At this time the day and night arc of equal length, and we cele- brate Spring and the rebirth of nature. According to myth, this is the time when the God, the Sun King, represented by the sun, and the Goddess, Daughter of the Moon, whom we see in the moon, mate to conceive the child who will be bom at Yule, the Winter Solstice. Easter is a time when our lives are in balance and we can be thankful for all that our mother the Earth gives. No one has ever accused the residents of "Wacky Walters" of unfriendliness. Students there tend to be up late laughing, joking, and studying. Residents, mostly freshmen, are known for their offbeat bulletin boards. During exam week, these boards are filled with complaints about exams, studying, and loud neighbors. Decide for yourself the validity of these nicknames, but don't believe that these names reveal the whole story. Talking to students who live in the dorm is much more effective than believing hearsay. They can reveal the deep, dark secrets of the dorm, such as lack of hot water and "quirks" that certain rooms may have. For example, you want to try to avoid a seasonal closet seasonal in this case meaning that, due to the leaking roof, clothes must be removed from the closet during a hard rain. It may also mean, as is the case in Inman, that the position of your bed will be directly influenced by where the roof isn't leaking tonight. Ask. We now arrive at a central concern for many students: roommates. A few will obtain the lofty position of not having a roommate, thus bypassing a task that has daunted countless students. You may already have an idea of whom you would like to room with. Beware: friends are not always the best roommates. The things you tolerate now, such as her annoying habit of asking you a question just as you begin to Study, may send you over the edge during midterm exams. Are you a night person. 7 Docs she go to bed at 1 1 :00 p.m. . ? What if the green-eyed monster rears its head? What about you? If she's already met Mr. Wonderful, and you can't find a date, how will you react? My best roommates have been those who had similar study habits. 24 Hour Wrecker Service HUNT'S WRECKER SERVICE 154 Olive Street Avondale Estates, GA 30002 (404) 292-6697 What would be your best roommate? Remember your G.P.A. If you don't have any ideas for future roommates, try to find other students who are looking for roommates. There is no need to make a decision right away. Think about it overnight. Don't select a roommate because she has a better number than you do. Unless you are #2 in the senior class, there are plenty of people who have a better number than you do. Look forward to selecting your room and roommate. Be prepared to compromise, especially if you have a bad number, and know what you refuse to compromise on. Good hunting! zoo u. by Mark Weitzman Mark Weitzman 1990 COLLEGE PRESS SERVICE I'll see you at the party. And I'll put this on the doorknob if my date comes back to the room with me. " Woman Owned and Operated AUTO REPAIR SHOP AT LAST.. .A place where the METRO ATLANTA WOMAN can feel comfortable about her car care and her mechanic. TATUM AUTO SERVICE CENTER 377-2296 Decatur, GA Ask about oil and filter special! Page 8 THE PROFILE Monday, April 16, 1990 [F)E|A(TPfME|S StreetBeat Compiled By Barbie Stitt The Question: How can we improve faculty and student relations? Leon Venable Chemistry Professor One problem is that in the last few years we have lost opportunities for informal gatherings. Students and faculty do not have the time they used to have to sit down and get to know one another as people. Leigh Bennett '92: Clearly the problem is communication. A great idea I heard from a professor was the forming of a permanent commit- tee of two members from the students, faculty, and the administration. That would lead the way to real dialogue and a real resolution. Katharine Kennedy History Professor We need to have more informal opportunities for faculty and students to meet, possibly over meals. Also, there needs to be more dialogue between the faculty and students about academic expectations and overall aca- demic expriences of students. Jennifer Garlen '93: Group discussion time in an infonnal, non-class setting with the students and professors would be an excellent way for both sides to learn and understand the other's views. Rafael Ocasio Spanish Professor The student should understand the relationship in class by taking control of more class activity. Then she would have initiated an inportant communication process. The communication needs to start with the students. What is...Uxorial? Pauline Hugger "An 'uxoriaP is an extraction from the mouth. " Courtney Alison "An f uxoriar is a large place where people can get together and Susan ( lowan "UxoriaT is something of celestial or planetary significance."' Dr. Pilger "'Uxorial' is having to do with a cyclic or regular pattern [i.e. cycle] of the planets, or activities of animals." Contrary to popular belief, "uxorial" does not have anything to do with our solar system. "Uxorial" is of, relating to, or characteristic of a wife. EFFECTIVE NON - LETHAL PERSONAL DEFENSE These Stun Guns provide 65,000 volts, an effective deterrent to would - be assailants. 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Dr. Sadun, his collaborate* Dr. Jeffery Hayes, arid Surah made the trip to Arizona. Dr. Sadun has always had intense interests in quasars, quasi-stellar objects. Dr. Hayes studied galaxies. Sarah took some photographs which may assist her in her independent study. Her pictures were taken on a CCD (charged couple device) which makes the images appear already in digitized form so the computer can read the intormation. These ''photos" make it easier to gather information about the stellar object. Our space explorers did have some fun while they were in Arizona. Sarah got to see the C irand C !anyon, the Meteor Canyon, and Sunset Crater. Sarah made it clear, however, that Physics-Astronomy is not an easy major and that students with this interest are not necessarily assured ol a job upon graduation. Sarah highly recommends that Physics- Astronomy students seek internships while they are in school. Upon graduation in May, Sarah will Mart another internship program in Alaska. She expects to work with the physics of the upper atmosphere. By doing computer models of the upper thennosphere, information about winds and temperature c an be gathered. TRACKSIDE TAVERN 3 1 3 East College Avenue (Across the street) Monday, April 16, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 9 (TiArrpp|ii| N|g Cowabunga! It's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles by Mary Abbitt and Sidra Bennett Heroes in a half-shell? Turtle Power? Cowabunga? If you're not familiar with these phrases, then you're obviously not up to date with America's hottest sewer- lurking superheroes: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. On March 30th these happening dudes moved from television to the big screen, a radical leap for the creations of Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. The movie centers around four turtles, Raphael, Leonardo, Michelangelo and DonateUo, who are raised and trained in the art of Ninja by Splinter, a giant talking rat. (Radioactive ooze gave these normally harmless creatures human capabilities as well as attitudes.) The Turtles, with their surfer lingo and passion for pizza hold the anchovies rescue April O'Neil (Judith Hoag), a smashing news reporter, from the evil Foot Clan. The Foot Clan is a group of teenage thieves led by Shredder, Ninja-gone-bad. When the Foot Clan kidnaps the beloved Splinter, the Turtles team up with April and a vigilante named Casey Jones (Elias Koteas) to rescue their Master. In doing so, they discover the secret of Ninja: that true power comes from the mind. With their groovy new knowledge and awesome skill, the heroes in a half-shell crush the Shredder (literally) and are reunited with Splinter, saving New York in the process. Even though some would argue that the story is highly unrealistic, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles provide an hour and a half of totally tubular excitement not to mention that you'll become instantly hip and culturally literate by knowing who these Turtles are! Blackfriars of Catholic The Agnes Scott College Blackfriars' spring production Sister Mary Ignatius Explains h All For You by Christopher Durang was a biting, satiric statement on the power of au- thority and the tremendous in- fluence the institution of religion has in humans' lives. Sister Mary Ignatius, a most unusual Catholic nun, is an instructor at Our Lady of Per- petual Sorrow School. Four of her former students return to perform her favorite Christmas pageant (complete with an advice-giving camel) and to tell her what effects her teachings had and didn't have on their lives. The four former students, along with one current student, provide a forum for and ammunition from which Sister Mary sermonizes. Sister Mary's Catholic orthodoxy is most unorthodox as she spouts the textbook answers to life answering nothing, but generating Stage Biting Satire Church in Sister Mary many questions. Durang's script is brilliant and hilarious and often disturbing. The audience thoroughly enjoyed the play's one-liners (Sister Mary tells Gary, a homosexual, to become "celibate it rhymes with cele- brate!"). Sister Mary's "answers" to common questions directed at the Catholic church were humorous and loaded with Durang's pointed commentaries. Agnes Scott theatre major Amna Jaffer turned out an interesting and entertaining interpretation of the domineer- ing Sister Mary. The entire cast conveyed the play's satirical content quite effectively. Sister Mary's fonner students were portrayed by Agnes Scott students Kim Hart, who played Diane, a "fallen Catholic" and Anita Asbury, who portrayed "lonely," soft- hearted Philomena. Steve Prazak played Gary, the homosexual, and Chris Mayer was Aloysius, the only "healthy" one among them although he is an alcoholic and beats his wife, he still goes to church. Mayer's performance was particularly enjoyable. Woodward Academy student Matt McClain did an excellent job with his role as Thomas, one of Sister Mary's current students. The set and lighting for the show were quite good. The Winter Theatre thrust stage was converted to a proscenium frame with a platform and a stained glass window full of pagan symbols overlooking the scene. Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All For You is often considered a controversial play. The Blackfri- ars' production was an unusual, though effective, interpretation of the thought-provoking show. Both the director, associate professor of theatre Andrew Apter, and the Blackfriars made a bold and very entertaining statement in Sister Mary a play which generates as many questions as it answers. Surviving : Agnes Scott Often Requires Something jj More Than a J S S S !! S !! S SI S !l S S S 1 301 E. Howard Aw - Decatur. GA 30030 1 Pizza, the breakfast of champions Cowabunga! Joint Choral Recital Planned For French Music Festival Press Release The Agnes Scott College Glee Club will he joined by the Men's Glee Club from the University of Georgia for a joint recital on Sunday, April 22, at Agnes Scott as part of the French Romantic Music Festival. The program of French choral music begins at 2:30 in Gaines Auditorium of Presser Hall. The program will include "Salut Printemps" by Debussy and "II est bel et bon" by Pas- sereau. Three poems by e.e. cummings set to music by Persichetti are also on the pro- gram. Selections from Brahms' "Requiem" and Von Williams' a O Clap Your Hands," while not French pieces, will also be performed. The Agnes Scott Glee Club is directed by Rowena Renn. The Glee Club, formed nearly 100 years ago, has recorded and has toured internationally. Since 1988 the Glee Club has per- formed in Brussels, Amsterdam, and the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris. Locally they have appeared with the Atlanta Symphony and performed at the High Museum of Art. The Glee Club is accompanied by David D'Ambrosio. Dr. Pierce Arant directs the University of Georgia Men's Glee Club. The program is free of charge and open to the public. hairstyles for men & women Award-Winning Nail Tech 404/373-5478 We Offer Student Discounts 1 14 E. Ponce De Leon Decatur, GA 30030 (Next to Buck's) Page 10 THE PROFILE Monday, April 16, 1990 The Voice of the Prairie Takes Audience on Magic Journey by Sandee McGlaun "The trouhle with magic journeys is that you never know when they're over." "Magic" describes the Alliance 14th Street Playhouse's current production, The Voice of the Prairie, running April 3-22. John Olive's heartwarming play is a "magic journey" into the Golden Age of Radio, into a beautiful love story, into the life of the storyteller, David Quinn, the "Voice of the Prairie." The Voice of the Prairie takes us back to the 1920s, when radio was the new phenomenon, the "wave ot the future," a magic wooden box that could "pull ghosts out of the sky." David Quinn (Howard Rrunner) is the storyteller, the middle-aged Irish farmer who is "discovered" by slick New York promoter Leon Schwab. Schwab hears Quinn telling a stpry about his "Poppy" at the local feed store and recruits David to tell stories on his trav- elling radio show. Schwab, played by Jeff Woodman, is a delightful, though irritating, character who came West to strike it rich in radio sales. He doesn't understand the country folk or why they respond m ) heartily to Quinn's stories, but Qu inn's show sells radios, and Schwab loves a profit. Although hesitant at first, Quinn gradually grows to like telling his stories of his Poppy and "Frankie the blind girl," who Quinn travelled with and loved as re mf< >rmation Call 427-6081 Monday, April 16, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 1 1 Belfast's Charabance Theatre Production Focuses on the Lives of Strong Irish Women by Chrissie Lewandowski The Charabanc Theatre Company of Belfast, Ireland, in conjunction with Atlanta's Theatre Gael, presented Marie Jones' comedy Somewhere Over the Balcony recently at Agnes Scott. Audience members who saw Dr. Endesha Ida Mae Holland's From the Mississippi Delta, recently performed at Agnes Scott as part of the College Events Series, may have noted similarities between the two plays. Both plays focus on women's singular experiences in tumultu- ous environments. Both utilized the talents of only three actresses and incorporated music and movement on a minimal set. The Charabanc production centers around the lives of three women: Kit, Rosemary, and Ceely. The play is set in present- day Northern Ireland, where hovering helicopters and explod- ing cars are the norm. All three of the women have husbands or lovers who are involved in the raging battles between the British and the Northern Irelanders in their communiry. The three women are very close friends they work together, love together, lament together, and act as neighborhood lookouts from "somewhere over the balcony" of their homes. Although the women are not as physically involved in the battles as their husbands, they find their own ways to help further the cause. Ceely operates an underground radio station from her home. Rosemary is arrested and interro- gated because of her and her husband's participation in the revolutionary movement. All three characters work together to share important information with others involved in the revolution, and still find time to play the occasional Bingo game. Though the scenery was minimal (gray wooden slats and platforms tanning the balcony, and a few select props), the three actresses, playwright Marie Jones, Carole Scan ion and Eleanor Methion, painted a vivid picture Calendar of Events THEATRE Horizon Theatre Company: Currently presenting Beautiful City and Heathen Valley on rotat- ing repertory schedule, through April 29. Call 584-7450 for ticket information. Neighborhood Playhouse in Decatur: Atlanta premiere of the comedy Play On.', "the story of a theatre group trying desperately to put on a play," April 20-May 12. Call 373-531 1 for ticket information. Audition notice: Holding auditions for Fifth of July by Lanford Wilson on April 22 ck 23 at 7:30 p.m. Call 373-3904 for mote information. MUSIC Agnes Scotr College: Agnes Scott College Glee Club and University of Georgia Men's Glee Club in joint recital on Sunday, April 22, at 2:30 p.m. in Gaines Auditorium of Presser Hall. Also: Marsha Michie gives senior recital on piano on Monday, April 16, at 8:15 p.m., at Gaines Auditorium in Presser Hall. The Atlanta Opera: Die Fleclermaus on April 14 and 1 5. Tickets range from $8 to $55. Call 892-2414 for more informa- tion. The Callanwolde Fine Arts Center: The Atlanta Master Chorale presents Petite Messe Solennelle by Rossini at 8:00 p.m. on April 27. For more informa- tion call 872-5338. The Fox Theatre: Kitaro brings New Age sounds to Atlanta on Wednesday, April 25 at 8:00 p.m. Reserve seats are $18.50. Call 881-2000 for ticket information. The Roxy Theater: Le Mystere des Voix Bulgares. The Bulgarian State Radio and Television Female Vocal Choir performs at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 2 1 . Also: Mahlathini, The Ma- hotella Queens, Makgona Tsohle Band from South Africa. Friday, April 27, at 8:30 p.m. Call 377-7777 for ticket information. Variety Playhouse: New folk- rock singer-songwriter Shawn Colvin, with special guest John Gorka on Friday, April 13 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Call 874-2232 for more information. DANCE Agnes Scott College: Studio Dance Theatre Spring Concert. April 19-20 at 8:15 p.m., in Gaines Auditorium. Also: Atlanta College Dance Festival on April 28. Call 371- 6430 for more information. The Atlanta Ballet: Closes 60th Anniversary season April 19-22 with Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Call 892-3303 for more information. GALLERIES Agnes Scott College: "Exit 90," the senior art exhibit, is showing through May 19 in the describing their situation and setting. Their singing and acting were rich and delightful. The major difficulty in the production was understanding the actresses' brisk Irish brogues. After the first act, however, most of the audience became comfortable with the accent and could enjoy the play that much more. Agnes Scott theatre majors worked closely with the interna- tional company to set up the production, providing them an opportunity to gain valuable experience working with professionals. Somewhere Over the Balcony was funny and touching. Jones used the serious background of the problems in Ireland to combine stark reality with humor and compassion to tell the story of these three special women. John Stephens, artistic director of Theatre Gael, and Becky Prophet, head of Agnes Scott's theatre department, brought the unique theatrical experience to the campus. Compiled by Rita Ganey Dalton Gallery of the Dana Fine Arts Building. The Atlanta College of Art: Featuring 10 Dimensions, a display of installations, environments, and sculptures. Through April 21. Call 898-1 164 for more infonnation. Atlanta Historical Society: Now presenting "John Abbot, Naturalist," featuring rare engravings by Georgian Abbot. For information call 261-1837. The Goethe-Institut Atlanta: "European Exposure 1989," photographs by Lawrence Huff opens April 19, 1990, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Institut. The High Museum of Art: "Treasures from the Fitzwilliam Museum," in only showing in the Southeast. Admission is $4 for students with IDs. Showing through May 6. Also: David Ludley presents a talk entitled "From Country Vamp to City Sophisticate: The Changing Image of Woman in 18th and 19th Century Paint- ing." April 29 at 2:00 p.m. Free with museum admission. Also: "Art on the Edge: Daniel Reeves." Major installa- tion by award-winning video artist. Through May 6. For more information, call 892-HIGH to hear a recorded message. The High Museum of Art at Georgie-Pacific Center: "Mov- ing: The Folk Art of Mattie Lou O'Kelley," through April 20. Russian Borodin Trio Play with Precision and Passion by Laura Barlament Agnes Scott hosted the Borodin Trio in an outstanding performance of chamber works by Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel and Cesar Franc k, assisted in the latter by artists from the Atlanta Chamber Players. The members of the Trio, which was formed in 1976 after the players left the Soviet Union, are Rostislav Dubinsky, violin, Yuli Turovsky, cello, and Luba Ed Una, piano. Dubinsky and Edlina, both of whom now are members of the music faculty at the University of Indiana in Bloomington, have also played together in the Borodin Quartet and the Du- binsky Duo, although as a married couple they were not allowed to travel together outside of the Soviet Union. Turovsky has earned interna- tional recognition at competitions and for solo work with the Moscow Chamber Orchestra and is presently a member of the faculty of the Montreal Conserva- toire de Musique. The members of the Borodin Trio spoke through their music, which was as warm and emotion- filled as their initial stage appear- ance was stiff and formal. These seasoned musicians played with a precision and passion born of years of experience. Each player seemed intimately familiar with every nuance of the music, and the separate parts complemented each other perfectly in a wonderfully sensitive show of ensemble playing. At the end of each section of music, sighs of content and a spontaneous "wow" came from the audience. Debussy's Trio for Piano and Strings in G-Minor (1880) in four movements was a beautifully muted and melodic piece. The first section, "Andantino con molto allegro," started and ended with a simple, lyrical melody line which enveloped an intense middle section. Movement two, "Scherzo- Intennezzo, Moderato con allegro," was dance-like and whimsical. After this quick, light section, the lyrical "Andantino espressivo" slowed the pace and built to a powerful climax. The last movement was, as its title "Finale, Appassionato" promised, passionate and louder than the other movements. Next on the program was Ravel's Trio in A-Minor ( 191 5), also in four movements. The Trio's beautiful ensemble playing in this more technically challeng- ing piece held the audience spellbound. The four sections, entitled "Modere," "Pantoum (Assev vif) "Passacaille (Tres large)," and "Final (Anime)," varied in mood and sound among the Spanish tones of the first, the shortness and energy of the next, the sad, folk-songish quality of the third, and the dynamism of the last. One of the highlights of the piece came in the third move- ment, when the muted cello accompanied the violin in a melody of absolute simplicity and heart-stinging beauty. After intennission the Borodin Trio was joined by Thomas Edward Jones, violin, and John Ravnan, viola, both of the Atlanta Chamber Players, in the Franck Quintet in F-Minor (1879). The Borodin Trio blended nicely with the younger players for a well-rehearsed performance of this larger, heavier and more dramatic piece. The entire concert showed off the talent, knowledge and versatility of the Borodin Trio. French Romantic Music Festival Presents Gerard Souzay by Laura Barlament The famed French baritone Gerard Souzay perfonned at Agnes Scott as part of the French Romantic Music Festival. Souzay presented a recital of Baroque operatic arias by Jean Baptiste Lully and Jean Phillippe Rameau and French art songs by composers Hahn, Poulenc, Debussy, Duparc and Ravel, with piano accompaniment by Dalton Baldwin. A small audience enthusiasti- cally received his expressive and memorable rendition of these French songs. Souzay, long recognized as one of the supreme masters of lieder singing, has retained much of his resonant, beautiful voice quality and all of his character and expression. The songs' beautiful and romantic lyrics ranged in subject matter from love to death to drink. Souzay's presentation alone made the songs understandable to the mostly non-French speaking audience, although the lyrics were printed in English for the listeners. No one could fail to grasp the meaning and beauty of the opening words of "Les Cygnes (The Swans)" set to music by Hahn: "Your soul is a lake of love in which my desires are the swans... Look how they circle there." Page 12 THE PROFILE Monday, April 16, 1990 NOW YOU CAN MAJOR IN ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE. AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT WITH A FREE PC WHEN Y( )U BECOME A ZENITH CAMPUS REPRESENTATD7E! Like most students, you can y a double load. Not only arc you pursuing your college major, but also planningyour major career. Fort unately, you can succeed in both as a Zenith Data Systems Campus Representative. By working with Zenith Data Systems, you'll gel Fortune 500 experience to give your career a real edge in tomorrow's job market. 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RSO Convocation Proves Women Can Do It All by Helen McIntosh It is never too late to gain wisdom. That and other comforting and thought-provoking ideas were presented to the April 18 convocation by Angie Benham 79. Dr. Benham came to Agnes Scott as an RTC in 1975, and despite the stress of raising three children, graduated with honors, winning the Janet Newman Preston prize for psychology. She earned a doctorate in general experimental psychology at Georgia Tech, and a certifica- tion in clinical re-specialization at Georgia State. Her address, "Intellectual Development in Adulthood the Development of Wisdom," was both informative and moving. She cited early studies on adult intelligence that indicated a peaking of intellec- tual power at around age 25, with a gradual decrease thereaf- ter. Slightly more encouraging was another study which placed the peak at age 50 or so. The good news came from more recent research which suggests that intellectual func- tioning peaks at around age 25, and then holds at a peak level for many years, provided that it is exercised. Dr. Benham discussed several types of wisdom and ways of acquiring wisdom, with an interesting comparison of the way in which the young, the middle- aged, and the elderly accomplish that task. She then shared an inspiring story of an illiterate woman who was taught to read in adulthood. The story vividly illustrated how growth in intellect led to growth in self-esteem and a progression from the ability to receive to the ability to give. Benham took special notice of members in the audience, with particular recognition of Margaret Shirley and of Dr. Miriam Drucker, who taught Benham's first course at Agnes Scott. Friday, April 27, 1990 Discussion Focuses on Lesbians and Sexual Diversity BY MlCHELE A. BARARD The Chapel Lounge was the site of a discussion about sexual diversity. The dean of students' office and the psychology department sponsored the lecture about lesbian issues and concerns. The initial remarks from the aucuen.ce when asked what they expected from the lecture was that they had no idea what to expect and that they were concerned about educating the campus community. Cynthia Poe remarked that she "hoped to convince 500 hundred other women that lesbianism is okay," Joanne DeMark, PhD., a counseling psychologist, spoke with the group about its precon- ceived notions about lesbians, positive and negative. DeMark first asked the audience tor a list of stereotypes about lesbians. This brought out the importance of paying attention to and avoiding these types of generalizations. DeMark also pointed out that the same types of stereotypes often are applied to other marginalized groups. For example, both lesbians and blacks may be considered independent and hostile because of their marginalization in society and their need to be self- sufficient because of this. DeMark also referred to a Kinsey study, which is the first and last of its kind, done in the 1950s which indicates that nobody is 100% heterosexual or homosexual. The group sought working definitions of lesbianism and feminism. There was a lot of dialogue about the role of other "isms" in relation to feminism and lesbianism and universal xenophobia. A major problem, DeMark stated, is that "labels are nouns that put you in the same place at one moment, and nobody is at the same place all the time." DeMark also clarified for the group why lesbian women and heterosexual women may have a lot of trouble getting along while they are in college. Because the development of young women's identities is still evolving in college, the added contusion about sexual orienta- tion which all of us experience, especially in a society which says lesbianism is wrong, compounds the tension between lesbian women and heterosexual women. When asked how many people in the group have family members who are homosexual about one third of the group raised their hands. When asked about friends, everyone raised their hands. DeMark gave the group names ot support organization for lesbians and names of bocK about lesbianism. A question and answer session followed. For information about these books and organizations, contact Dr. Carden, chair of the psychology department. Sociology Rumors Dispelled: Myth Vs* Reality of Students' Concern by Meredith Leigh Bennett For some time, rumors regarding the future of the sociol- ogy department have abounded around campus. Most of the student body has heard these rumors, so I went to the Interim Dean, Catherine Sims, to find out the facts behind them. Rumor #1: Ms. Laurel Kearns is leaving only because she does not yet possess her doctorate. Dean Sims's response was that Ms. Kearns was hired for a one- year appointment. Her contract is not being renewed for numer- ous reasons, one being that she does not have a doctorate, and another being that the sociology department does not, at this time, need two full-time professors. Rumor #2: Dr. Bernita Berry will be the only sociology professor next year. To this, Dean Sims responded that a part- time person with teaching experience and a Ph.D. will be hired for next year. Rumor #3: Students will be cross-registered at Emory to take Historical and Contemporary Thought classes. Dean Sims responded to this with the reply that "Agnes Scott has a 100-year tradition of providing for [its] students." It is also her position that if there are enough students who wish to take the class it will be offered. However, she did not comment on how many people would constitute "enough." Dean Sims made it very clear that it is her intention to have a viable sociology department for the coming years. Inside Editorials Public Safety and Minority Students Focus on Emotional Issue Page 3 Senior Wills Class of '90 Leave Four Years of Memories Behind Pages 10 & 11 Arts & Entertainment Sandra Deer's Gal Baby Reviewed Page 12 Page 2 THE PROFILE Friday, April 27, 1990 fE|D) l1fTp|lirr|Ap^ Lagniappe by Michelle Roberts "Michelle, this is Ron in Public Safety. Your little black bomb is parked in the handicapped zone over here in Rebekah, and unless you want it towed , I suggest you move it post haste. Thank you." That very sarcastic message was left on my machine on February 22 of this year, a couple of days after my 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GTI had been broken into for the fourth time in eighteen months on this campus. Naturally, fifteen minutes after one parks illegally at Agnes Scott (in an attempt to protect her car with a busted-out window by parking it as close as possible to Public Safety), one is informed that her car is to be towed; but her car can sit for days with a broken window as officers drive by, noticing nothing. Public Safety has also apparently decided to ignore expensive car alarm systems. My alarm went off when the window shattered, to no avail. Til spare the community the details of the four times I have been victimized in the most dramatic episode of the saga, my car was stolen and stripped but I extend an invitation to anyone willing to listen to ask me about my trouble. The effects ot Public Safety's negligence on my family include great expense, worry, and the loss of my insurance due solely to comprehensive claims. The most recent violation occurred in Rebekah, the "safe" parking lot. Someone told me that my vent window was knocked out; as I walked across the quad to check, a Public Safety officer was cruising through the parking lot. He passed both sides of my car which was surrounded by empty spaces twice, then parked. 1 asked him if he had noticed that my window was broken, and he was quite unconcerned that he hadn't. It's not comforting to know that the officers patrol the parking lots when they can't even see something that obvious. Last semester, Public Safety held a meeting of all VW owners. I thought that, finally, something would be done to prevent the problem. But the meeting was called only after Coach Serpico's VW was stolen, implying to this student that car theft becomes an important issue only when a male employee is affected by it. Another disappointment came when we were handed inaccurate "statistics" on the cars that have been broken into in the past few years. My car was listed once; at that time, three incident reports had been filed, so it is likely that other thefts were also conveniently excluded. The basic advice given was: if you have a VW, sell it. That's not easy to do when you live 350 miles away and the car is paid for. Due to its location, Agnes Scott College can make no naive promises that its students will be "safe." However, Public Safety officers assure students each year that they are police officers, and that we are more protected here than we will ever be in the "real world." In my case, that is a chilling prediction. We need some sort of tence around this campus de* tended by secufity guards day and night. When I made the suggestion to Dean Hudson and Rep Council, they stressed that this would alienate us from the community. We must be very popular with the community, whose members can walk onto our campus at any time and take whatever they want. Spelman College, realizing the dangers of the surrounding neighborhood, protects its students with a fence and a security guard. Unfortunately, it is quite simple to vandalize ox steal a car from any of our parking lots, even one with a building marked "Public Safety" situated next to it. Soon the thieves will find that it's even easier to mug, rape, kidnap, or murder a student. The Students can only hope that the administration and others will listen, and do something about the lack of "public safety" here, before this seemingly invulnerable campus faces a true crisis. All students and others who share mv concern should speak out about it u post haste." by Christy Dickert u And the winner is..." What a familiar phrase at Agnes Scott's annual Awards Con vexation! This year at the convocation on May 9, two new awards, the Agnes Scott Human Relations Awards, will be presented to a student and an employee who have worked the most diligently to "enhance the goal of unity of spirit and diversity of people." In support of the Human Relations Award, Rep Council will donate the two hundred by Elizabeth Peryam In the same letter last issue, Time Traveler was accused of subscribing to two opposing ideologies: "liberal" and "bigot." Assuming that 1 get my choice, I'll take liberal, which my dictionary defines as "possessing or manifesting a free and generous heart; bountiful. Appropriate or fitting for a broad and enlightened mind." The earth is bountiful and generous. There is enough on our planet to provide plenty for everyone currently upon it. Some say we have always been in the Garden of Eden, despite the myth. As I look around at this beautiful world, I must agree. Only the fearful heart believes there won't be enough to go around, and on that basis fries to game* and hoard as much of the wealth and power they can at the expense oi the environment and other human beings. It's the insecure one who teel> that his true worth is proven by the number of people w hose lives he can control, the cars he can park in his garage, or his bank balance and real estate holdings. Wealth is wonderful, and Jesus said that he came so we might have life more abun- dantly. But did he mean we should destroy the earth and its animals and impoverish our fellow humans in order to get it. 7 Tli at is not the example he set. True wealth cannot he- hoarded . Of the two seas in Uriel, ne i> full < >t tish and surrounded by life and its waters runout through i river. The Other sea has no outlet, but hoards its waters like a miser. It is called the Dead Sea. Hie Lakota and other Native Americans had a marvelous tradition. On days of celebra- \u >n. the ones celebrating would Rep Rap dollar student award for 1990, and the Dean of Students Off ice will be working to collect the funds for the employee award. Students, faculty, and staff will be given the opportunity to submit nominations for the two awards. The nominations should be limited to two typed pages, signed by the nominators, and submitted in sealed enve- lopes to the Awards Chair, Dean Hudson. Nominated students must have been enrolled for the entire school year, and nomi- nated employees must have been employed by the College Time Traveler open their tipi and give every- thing they owned away! Yet no one ever went hungry or without necessities in those tribes as long as their neighbors had anything to share. Those who have ever had a prayer answered or a need fulfilled know that the Intelli- gence who runs the Universe has a "generous heart." We ourselves, if we are open to our inner guidance, can be the means of the answering of other people's needs. How many times have I heard, "You came along just at the right moment!" or "You are the answer to a prayer!" I have often been rescued by a strange coincidence or a passing stranger who told me a story about their life which helped me solve a problem in mv own. One of the main laws of the Universe is that of flowing continually for the past three years. During the selection process, a committee representing students, faculty, and staff will consider nominees' past human relations skills in addition to their plans for future human relations activities. As a co-sponsor of the 1990 Human Relations Awards, Rep Council encourages members of the Agnes Scott community to nominate both students and employees who have demon- strated outstanding human relations skills. abundance, expressed in all religions and cultures but most familiar to us as: "Cast your bread upon the waters and it will return to you multiplied abundantly"; "As you sow, so shall you reap"; "Give and it shall be given to you in good measure, pressed down and running over." Generosity means ot the spirit, too. Liberal people respect the fact that each person has their own communication with God, their own Divine assignment to fulfill, which may not be feVealed to the rest of us, bur which may be defiled by our assumpt ion that our need to control (hem is more import, int than the Guidance they receive from within. That is why we should allow every woman to choose the number ot children f she will bear. THE PROFILE The Student \euspaper of Agi\es Scott ( ollege The Profile is published biweekly throughout the academic year. The views expressed m the editorial section arc those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views ot the student body, faculty, or administration. AGNES SCOTT Editor-in-Cium- MlCHELLl ROBRT8 Copy Editor Kristin Lemmerman Managing Editor Laura Shaeffer News Editor Erika Stamper Assistant News Editor Tonya Smith Features Editor Angie T acker Assistant Features Editor Winnie Varghese Arts Editor Sandee McGlaun Assistan i ARTS Hi m I m Rita Gam v Photography Editor Barbie Sun Pi K run RAPHER Si \\ v MuCi en don Advertising Manages Pamela Muse Assistant Advertising Manager Sara DiGiusto Circulation Manager Mary Mathewes The Profile Agnes Scott College Box 764 Decatur, C3A 30030. Printed by Chapman Press, Atlanta, GA Editor's Note: The Profile always welcomes comments, criticism, and suggestions. Letters to the Editor should he signed, typed double-spaced, or on disk and submitted to Box 764 Names will he- withheld upon request. Friday, April 27, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 3 The Forum Public Safety News Public Safety's Pre-Civil Rights Tactics BY MlCHELE A. BARARD Imagine, if you will, that you and your male companion are seated in the TV room of the Alston Center. A Public Safety officer enters. He requests iden- tification from your date. He then asks the young man to return with him to the Public Safety office. You are told to wait in the student center. You sit and wait for about twenty minutes. Your date does not return. What do you do? You had no idea when the two of you went to watch TV that you would be entering the Public Safety harassment zone. This is not a joke. This hap- pened on the Agnes Scott campus a couple of weeks ago. Not only did the young man get escorted off campus with no just cause. He was told that if he did not sign a trespass warrant which requires pemiission from the Public Safety office for him to return on this campus he would be taken to jail. His female companion, a transfer student here at Agnes Scott, was told by the same officer that she would be taken to jail if she did hot stop asking questions about what her companion did wrong. Okay, I understand. Public Safety must investigate every call that comes in about a "suspicious" character on campus. It is for our own safety. However, even Amy Lanier and Rus Drew admitted, in a meeting which they called with con- cerned students, that there was a problem with the way this incident was handled. First of all, despite any calls, the young man was found with Student Supplements Public Safety News On Wednesday, March 4, 1990, around 12:30 a.m., an ASC student's visiting boyfriend was escorted from the student center television room to the Public Safety office by two ASC officers. The officers would not explain to the student the reason for the removal of her boyfriend nor would they allow her to accompany her boyfriend. Upon arrival at the office, the man was questioned by one of the officers, who refused to answer any of the suspect's questions except to mention that the young man was seen "too often" on the College's grounds. his date in the Alston Center, a 24-hour access building, watching television. I under- stand asking questions. I do not understand taking him off campus and forbidding him to return. The officer involved states in his report that he received a call from a reliable source, who shall remain nameless, who suspected that the young man was sleeping in the student center. This reliable source had, according to the officer's report, seen the young man with and without his female companion on several occasions within a week. My understanding of Agnes Scott policy about males on campus is that 1 ) men can be with a student in the Alston Student Center at any time of the day or night and 2 ) men need only be escorted at all times in a donnitory. Public Safety has decided that a man, or, to be more precise, a black man, must be escorted at all times. Well, that is what the officer's report implies. The officer's report states that he received the reliable person's call around 10:45 p.m. He harassed this couple around 12:25 am. Obviously, he had not spent all that time looking for a stationary couple. One can conclude that when the officer en re red the TV room he planned to harass them. This is unlawful. The officer's report omits ever informing the young man of what exactly he had done wrong. This is unlawful. The young man later reported being coerced into signing a trespass warrant because the officer told him that he would go The official incident report states that the suspect was given an opportunity to sign a criminal trespass warning which prohibits the suspect from returning to ASC property without official police permission. According to the suspect, the officer informed him that if he did not sign the document he would be immedi- ately transported to jail. Soon after, the student arrived to inquire about her boyfriend. The officer informed her that her boyfriend would be promptly taken to the Decatur MARTA station. The officer refused to explain to the student the reason for her boyfriend's removal and he refused to allow the two to speak. The incident report states that the student was warned not to jail if he did not sign it. This is unlawful. The young woman, an Agnes Scott student, reports that she was told by the officer that if she did not stop asking questions and interfering he would take her and her male companion to jail. This is unlawful. The officer then escorted the young man off campus to the MARTA station. It was the middle of the night. It was cold. The MARTA station was closed. The young man was dropped off anyway. This is bordering on unethical. The young woman, because she was told by the Public Safety officer that she could not see the young man off, walked to the MARTA station, alone, in the middle of the night. The couple stayed there until the station opened. The young man left Atlanta with the vow never to return to the South. This is a damn shame. Yes, I know that you are sick and tired of articles about the racial incidents on campus. I am, too, believe me. I am sick of having to call Agnes Scott College on its racism. I am sick of these incidents, which are as severe as those at Emory University, not being addressed in a swift and decisive manner. I am sick of this administration and its "reliable" people sweeping these unconstitutional and unethical events under the proverbial rug. I am sick of this institution's lack of commitment to the diversity it claims to seek. While you are busy being sick and tired of the articles, I hope you find time to be sick and tired of these injustices. to obstruct a police officer in the perfonnance of his duty. The student says that she was also informed that both she and her boyfriend would be escorted to jail if she did not desist from questioning the officer. The officer then refused the student's request to accompany her boyfriend to the MARTA station or to take her boyfriend to the station herself. In the end, the man was deposited at the station around 1:45 a.m. Neither he nor the student were informed of the reasons for the removal. On the 11th and 12 th of March, two meetings were held by concerned ASC students and public safety officers to discuss the questionable behavior of the officers in this and other inci- by Officer Charlotte York On April 3, 1990, a fire drill was conducted at Walters Hall. The building was promptly evacu- ated without incident. On April 9, 1990, another drill was con- ducted at Hopkins Hall. The bu i Id ing was evacuated in approxi- mately two minutes. The Decatur Fire Department participated in the second drill. Commander Do- main of the fire department was pleased with the excellent response time. As always, we appreciate your support of these drills. On Saturday, April 14, a sub- ject was arrested for public inde- cency in the McCain library. An ASC student observed the of- fender in a seating area on the first floor of the building. If you ob- serve anyone engaging in suspi- cious behavior, please bring the matter to our attention immedi- ately. The Department of Public Safety is currently working very diligently in the area of public relations between our officers and minority students and their guests on campus. Several concerns have been voiced by the students and we have taken part in meetings with some of these students in an attempt to address these concerns. Any persons in the ASC com- munity who have concerns or comments, or who wish to have dents on the campus. Public Safety concluded from the meeting that the core of the problem was inadequate commu- nication skills on the part of the offticer. The officers assured the students that steps would be taken to strengthen officers' com- munication skills. Sincerely, Andrea Abrams Catholic Angry Over Slights Dear Editor: Reading Ms. Elizabeth Peryam's shrill, venomous anti- Catholic tirade was sad, especially in these so-called enlightened times. It is a depressing commen- tary coming from a student at a prestigious, higher education in- stitution. Maybe there is an element of hope in that the writer has not completed her educational pursuits. Unfortunately, more recently than Dr. Parry's remarks in Issue 9, such disdain for Catholics and their beliefs was expressed succintly and curtly by President Schmidt to a recent graduate of Agnes Scott. The student approached the renowned president of the College asking if informal contact with members of the department in a non-confron- tational setting should submit let- ters or requests. We will arrange for such interaction in the very near future. It is imperative, if we are to fulfill our mission, that we have the respect and trust of the Agnes Scott community. We take our mission very seriously and will continue to earn your respect by going about our duties in a respon- sible and respectful manner. As the end of another school year approaches, the Department of Public Safety has taken time to reflect upon our effectiveness over the past year. Although we have been addressing concerns that our department is understaffed and needs to improve in the area of public relations, we are pleased with the services we have ren- dered. Highlights include the arrests of persons responsible for a rash of car thefts; the arrest of a distribu- tor of illegal drugs; prompt han- dling of the chemical spill in Campbell; and improving our ski lis through increased law enforce- ment training courses and fire- arms qualifications. We will continue to monitor our performance to ensure that we protect and serve the Agnes m tt community to the best of our capabilities. the school van could be used on Sundays to take the four to six Catholics (without cars) to mass. The president, with a conde- scending smile, reponded: "Attending mass is a nice recreational activity but certainly does not wanant the use of the school van." As a result, the involved students were forced to walk to the nearest Catholic church to attend services. Religion and the freedom to practice it are sacred freedoms of Americans greatly treasured by many people of all faiths. A prerequisite of maturity is respect for the beliefs and differences of others. Neither Ms. Peryam nor top administra- tion demonstrated much evidence that they had attained this coveted goal. In conclusion, the question comes to mind, why does Ms. Peryam have such a personal vendetta against Catholics? If she has been offended by Catholics, her offense is surely insignificant compared to that she has rendered to the reading Catholics of The Profile. Sincerely yours, Mary H. Lackey (continued on next page) Letters To The Editor Page 4 THE PROFILE Friday, April 27, 1990 Letters (continued from page 3) Parry Refutes Peryam's Charges Dear Editor: Although I do not wish to continue the controversy over Time Traveler's Feb. 23 column in The Profile, there is one point of historical fact that must be addressed. The article contained the slanderous charge that the Catholic Church ''collaborated with Hitler in the destruction of the Jews, gypsies, and gays." The charge was part of the further slanderous charge that the Catholic Church has "ruthlessly attempted to destroy all competition by killing all possible followers of other religions across the earth.' 1 In 4t A Reply to Goldstein" of April 16, 1990, the citation of Hochhuth's play, The Deputy and its afterword, appears to be an attempt to offer evidence for this first charge. Let me encourage your readers to go to Hochhuth's book. They will find that the author did not intend to prove any such charge as Time Traveler alleges. Moreover, Hochhuth's intentions aside, his interpretation of the facts at issue and he is dealing only with interpretation even if correct, do not, in fact, support the charge Time Traveler makes. On the contrary, while he indicts Pope Pius XII for not speaking out clearly and strongly against the extennination camps, Hochhuth cites several cases of Catholic lay women, men, priests, and bishops who opposed Hitler's policy of extermination, some of who paid with their lives. Sincerely, Richard D. Parry Non-cobbers Defined Dear Editor, Bravo to the non-cobbers who wrote in the last issue. It was a refreshing change to the barrage of Time Traveler letters. There are some misconcep- tions which I'd like to clear up. Non-Cobbers United is not a group ot women who hate Agnes Scott. They Mmplv i^>ok offense to the portrayal < >i the college and campus life portrayed in the e.ualog. Was anyone listening when Dean Hall gave her speech On "Living a Lite ot Honor". 7 I don't think it's exactly honor- able to mislead the incoming treshmen. Take off your rose colored glasses because we're not wearing any, and the incoming students won't be either. Now, more on tuition. 1 would like to inform the administration that students are upset about the tuition increase, and we want some answers. I'm afraid a one-shot appear- ance by President Schmidt at a freshman class meeting is not going to cut it. A student sample, taken by this non- cobber, shows that students are beginning to have difficulties with their parents, about nothing other than tuition. You have strapped our parents to the wall, not to mention those of us who are supporting ourselves. How long can Agnes Scott con- tinue to increase tuition by over a thousand dollars a year? And where is it going? As a student I am slow to see the benefits of these yearly increases. I can think ot one thing that the increase could be used to benefit, and that's computers. There is nothing more aggravating than typing your paper on a computer that decides, when you're almost done (of course), to no longer use its disk drives, or for the keyboard to lock up. They are old, and in need of repair. It is the view of this non-cobber that all the computers should be complete with a hard drive where Microsoft Word can be accessed at any time. Too bad for you if you decide you need a copy after the library has closed, or if you're in the middle of something when the clock strikes the magical 9:30 a.m., at which point you run back to return it, late, to be met by a librarian with her hand out for a late fee. Don't get me wrong, I can't blame them. They aren't getting any money either. That was obvious when Rep Council's gift had to be made to acquire Women's Studies resources. God forbid, the college should be willing to use funds, voluntarily, to educate women about women and their issues. u But we have lots of books and periodicals," you say? Sure we do there are lots of books and periodi- cals, many ot them outdated. The question is, can anybody- real ly use those books, and do we have the right periodicals? As we near Reading Day, it becomes ever impossible to get in touch with our friends, who .ire always mshing to Emory's library to complete their papers. Honestly, we should all be given Emory library cards upon registration. So, 1 guess the only thing we have- in common with Emory is an astronomical tuition, because it is definitely not computers or library resources. N on -Cobbers United is here to say that we will n< > longer be swept under the rug. And we also ask that you not trip over all the students on the quad who are searching for the prestige. We may have lost some of it when we began to mislead the public. Respectfully submitted, Non-Cobbers United Thanks to the Time Traveler Dear Editor: I should like to thank The Profile tor publication of the u Time Traveler," which has inspired campus debates. Readers' agreement or dis- agreement with the contents of the column has increased on the campus discussion of issues sig- nificant beyond this time and this place. The writer serves us by courageously challenging readers to evaluate received ideas and to consider new ones. The Time Traveler has stated that she makes many mistakes, a human trait. Her readers are helpful in identifying those mistakes. I hope that she will use the errors to grown on, and continue her search. Respectfully submitted, Eloise Herbert Contradictory Statements Dear Editor: When I talked to Dean Sims in preparing for my Profile article, I was surprised at some of her answers to my questions. Although Dean Sims stated that part of the reason Laurel Kearns was not to be here next year was because she did not yet have her Ph.D., Sims later stated that a Ph.D. was desired but not required for a part time professor. This seems to me to be a contra- dictory statement. What our Sociology students need is a professor who is an excellent teacher and who cares about the students. It seems to me that the administration wants the same thing. Therefore, it makes sense to keep the wonderful professor we have since her teaching skills are excellent and a Ph.D. is not required. Also, if Ph.D. professors are sought, why has an ABD professor been hired recently by the history department. 7 Yes, Professor Gillespie is defending her thesis this August , but what about the principle of which Dean Sims spoke? Why can one department hire an ABD pn lessor and the other can not re- appoint the one it has.' Elitism is alive and well at Agnes Scott College; I guess your department and who is already in your department are what really matters. Agnes Scott has a problem. The administration places too much emphasis on what degrees a professor has rather than on how much he or she is respected by the other faculty and students, combined with effective teaching methods. This campus is about to lose an excellent professor because of the narrow- mindedness of a few administra- tors. It will be a great loss to our students' education if the decision not to renew Ms. Kearns' contract stands. As Dean Sims stated, 14 [Agnes Scott College wishes] to provide the best possible staffing for the educational program." It seems to me that we have the best faculty. If only the administration would realize this tact... Respectfully submitted, Leigh Bennett Time Traveler Responds to Respondents Dear Editor: Regular readers of my column are aware that the purpose therein is to stimulate critical thinking and intellec- tual exploration of various issues. For those readers who came in late, the following may be very confusing. Responses to the column are sometimes printed six weeks after the column appears. Then we have the responses to the responses.... If you would care to sort out the issues, the 'Time Traveler Chronicles" will be on reserve in the library, arranged in an understandable order. I appre- ciate your interest and fair- mindedness. We have taken to task in this column many kinds of kin- dergarten Christians for their intolerance toward other peoples and other ways of thinking, so the Catholic Church need not feel like the lonesome pine. Time Traveler knows many wonderful, kind, and enlight- ened Catholic people, many of whom are Pro-Choice. I am aware of how brave they must be to take that position, having encountered a Catholic man at a rally while inadvertently carrying a sign that said "I am Catholic and I am Pro-Choice. " Satan himself in all his fictional fury would have stood stock still and stared in awe and envy at the scotching diatribe that man dealt to me. So, thanks tor your courage, Sisters. Thanks for being there for all of us. Except f< >r ,i few notable exceptions, the intellectual response to Time Traveler has degenerated dreadfully. 1 hope t hi >se ladies have sent a proper thank-you note to the gentle- men of the faculty who so graciously prov ided the ammu- nition for their mud-slinging. I stand, muddy but unbowed, pen in hand, awaiting a logical answer to my questions, which I shall rephrase: A) Why should American women submit to the destruction of our freedoms by those churches who defy the Bill of Rights which prohibits the mixing of church and state in order to protect the majority of us trom rule by religious fanatics? B) Especially since those churches, protected from having to pay taxes by the same Bill of Rights, use those tax-free resources to organize and pay salaries for lobbyists who work to outlaw the options for American citizens who currently pay taxes? C) Especially an all-male, celibate hierarchy, which is therefore literally out of touch with the basic life-needs of women and children? The question was raised: Did 1 or can I hold the Archbishop responsible for the long, repres- sive history of the Catholic Church? Answer: it a person supports any organization, rises high in the power structure of that organization, and makes no attempt to change the destruc- tive aspects of that organization, but continues on the same course willingly, yes. That person is responsible for the continuation of that history. To claim otherwise is to claim irresponsibility, which may also be tnie. The whole gang is certainly environmen- tally irresponsible with their birth control dogma, attempting to loose millions more mouths to feed like swarms of locusts upon this tired old earth. This church has set the course for the patriarchy that has provided leadership for the past two millenia which has led us, the human species, to the very brink of extinction and other species over that brink. To continue following them blindly, unthink- ingly, will be like lemmings rushing headlong into the sea insanity. We ain't got much planet left, folks. And if we ruin it, there's no place left to go. In our recent capping cere- mony, we obligated ourselves to "Brave Dialogue". The follow- ing is the bravest dialogue I will probably ever undertake, because Harry Wist rand is one of the most beloved people on campus. I have tried to ignore his letter, but it keeps turning up among the muck raked and slung my way. Therefore, I must say that my minor "misuse" of genetics pales before Wist rand's destructive misuse of authority. I inquire of the faculty and administration, how is one to Cake part in brave dialogue when the deep, Kiss voice of authority (so similar to that of Jehovah in many young women's minds) comes b(x>ming down from the heavens of the Dean's Office to ( continued on \xige 5) Friday, April 27, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 5 |ipiTr]olRTMLtg Letters (continued from page 4) squelch that very process? The column in question was not meant to be a lesson in genetics, hut an exercise in logic. We are not quite sure what Wistrand and White said, except that the duty of a liberal arts student is to engage in critical thinking, but Time Traveler, although a liberal arts student herself, is not allowed to use genetic evidence in that process; and that, since Wis- trand is capable of creating an illogical deduction from genetic evidence, therefore Time Traveler's reasoning could not possibly be valid, which makes no sense whatsoever. Time Traveler made an tl A" in logic in her attempt to understand the male mind, which has been touted through- out the centuries as being so much more logical than ours, and in order to understand scientific reasoning, which is also advertised as being coldly logical and rational. But in our interview, Wistrand pooh- poohed the use of logic. If logic has no validity, then why do we study it at all? His letter did not correct the minor errors I made, apparently because he knew my argument would be strengthened by the very corrections. We appreci- ate his disclaimer that sex should not be used as a criterion for discrimination, but we propose that with that one he is preaching to the choir. Being human, I can under- stand why the implications of my line of reasoning would temfy any man. I was appalled and devastated myself when they told me that I was not made in the image of God, that He was Male and I was not. It's shattering news. As Sonia Johnson says, the main task of the white Ameri- can male is to save face. That's fine with me, until the process results in mud in my own face and the destruction of my credibility on this campus. The Time Traveler Chronicles will contain a complete refutation of the Wistrand/White letter. "Those who do not know history are doomed to repeat it," a wise one said. Check up on the things I say! Study history. Make sure you read more than one source, though, because confession only works one way in some churches. Women tend to be exces- sively, sometimes suicidally, tolerant. Beware that you are not like the Apache on a snow- covered mountain who, out of compassion, earned a snake to warmer weather so it wouldn't freeze to death. When it was safe, the snake bit the Apache and, as she died, it said, "But you knew what I was when you picked me up." And remember "cui bono"? If you believe what you read, who will benefit by your belief? Will it increase your possibilities, or will it allow someone to manipu- late you because they can use that faulty premise to construct a convincing argument and turn you into a nice, compliant domestic servant? The concept of original sin and the never- ending guilt of Eve and therefore all her daughters is such a premise. The recent charges of "racism" against Time Traveler show how the word has been cheapened and diluted by its indiscriminate use. The assumption that a person of an oppressed race might be more compassionate toward other oppressed peoples is a positive, rather than negative as- sumption. At least in my religion. I propose a new word for our language "Ismist." This would define a person who stereotypes thinkers by labelling their thoughts with "isms," thus neatly disposing of them in a dusty pigeonhole and avoiding any need to deal intellectually with the issue in question. The people who do so would be called "Ismists" and the act itself, "Ismism". If we do adopt that word, then you may call me, with impunity, an "Anti-Ismist". We had a good laugh from the letters that said in essence, "I believe in freedom of speech, but why don't you make that woman shut up?" I'll shut up now. Have a good summer. Take care. Sincerely, Elizabeth Peryam The Trail of Tears: The Removal of the Agonys-kot Indians by N. Dowment by Wendy Watson Not very long ago the Agonys-kot began a mass exodus to join the Koh-ed tribes of De Lapidation. Their trail of tears was mandated by financial repression from within their own society, mostly caused by the chiefs, shamans of the Church of N. Dowment. The Agonys-kot tribe was by far the wealthiest in the land, but not because the tribespeople were themselves rich. Indeed, many Indians joined the tribe because of its reputed vast resources, and legacies left by past members of the tribe. These new Indians were actually encouraged to join. The chiefs enticed them with tales of abundant riches, a comfortable life, and everlasting happiness. What the new members found when they arrived was something quite different. They were forced to work very hard in order to feed N. Dowment, and life was not the paradise they were shown before they moved in. The first thing they noticed upon arrival was that they could find no pot of gold. Though even the chiefs admitted it did exist, the wealth was not being used. They found that they were asked to give much more money to the community than they expected. Tithes were usually increased by about seven percent a year, comparable to other tribes, but Honor Court President Provides Update by Daphne Norton While I was running for president of Honor Court, I stressed that my major goal is to make Honor Court more visible on campus and to initiate open communication between Honor Court members and fel- low students, faculty and staff. For your information, I am submitting this report which lists the number of cases held for the 1989-1990 academic year. The cases are listed according to the penalty received. Please refer to pages 38-40 of the student handbook for further explanation of each penalty. 1989-1990 Honor Court Cases: 2 warning files 1 academic probation/ plagiarism workshop 3 suspensions As a result of Honor Court's efforts to maintain confidentiality, this information may come as a shock to some of you. I realize this article may be considered controversial; however, I feel that it is your right, as students, to know that the representatives that you have elected to Honor Court are fulfilling their responsibilities. Please note that the majority of the violations listed above occured during exam week or the week prior to exams. As that stressful time approaches again this spring, please remember our committment to honor and integrity. it was really unnecessary. The Church of N. Dowment could provide for its people quite easily. One Indian did a little research, and found a tribe in Kentucky that had less money per Indian, but asked for no tithes whatsoever. In fact, rich Indians were not even allowed to join their tribe. Why, then, the Agonys-kot wondered, were tithes raised at all? In seven years they almost doubled. Except for the increase in the number of chiefs, ex- penses did not double. The head of the Church, the Illustrious Potentate, convened the tribe to discuss the increase of the tithes. She quoted many statistics which tended to cloud the issues, but one thing she said shed light on the motives of the Church. She said that not only were tithes being increased, but the chiefs would in the fall admit as many new Indians as possible to the Agonys-kot, so they could help shoulder the burden of community expenses. This was a very revealing statement. She claimed at the same time that N. Dowment granted two dollars to the community for every one dollar received from the tithes. If that was really true, increasing the number of tribespeople would only serve to decrease the riches of the tribe. The real reason that bringing more Indians to the tribe would help decrease the cost is that the Church did not plan to increase its own spending in accordance with the increase in the number of members, particularly in its support of wise elders. The Agonys-kot would be forced to share the resources they were promised with more people, and the wise elders, in demand due to their own exodus, would not be able to give the Indians as much attention as they needed, or as they were promised. But most of the Agonys-kot did not see this coming. They were forced to leave before they could ever notice these changes. They literally could not afford to stay, and the chiefs, content with their own omnipotence, refused to recognize their difficulties. They gleaned money from the unsuspecting immigrants, and turned a blind eye toward the trail of tears they had produced. The Profile staff wishes to thank SGA and the Alumnae Association for purchasing our Destop Publishing system. Anyone who is interested in joining our production staff in the fall should contact Michelle Roberts or any other member. Think about it over the summer! Page 6 THE PROFILE Friday, April 27, 1990 Dr. Cozzens Recognized for Teaching Excellence Press Release Dr. Christine Cozzens of Agnes Scott College was selected as winner of a 1989 Sears- Roebuck Foundation "Teaching Excellence and Campus Leader- ship Award." She is one of nearly 700 faculty members being recognized nationally by the Sears-Roebuck Foundation for resourcefulness and leadership as a private college educator. Each award winner re- ceives $1000 and the institution receives a grant ranging from $500 to $1 500 based on student enrollment. Agnes Scott received $500. Winners were selected by independent committees on each campus. "We salute Sears in recognizing one of society's fundamental needs, excellence in teaching," said John P. Blessington, president of the Foundation for Independent Higher Education. "The college educators who receive these grants have a commitment to learning that inspires and motivates students to excel. They are one of our nation's most important and finest resources." Dr. Cozzens, a member of the English Department faculty, directs the Writing Workshop, providing support for Agnes Scott students as they work to perfect their writing skills. She is also a co-founder and sponsor of the Collaborative Learn- ing Center and is the director of the Women's Studies program at Agnes Scott. Catherine Sims, Interim Dean of the College, praises Dr. Coz- zens's "talent for gentle leader- ship.... She fills multiple roles but regards her central responsibility to be that of teacher and scholar of English. She transmits to her students more than factual infor- mation: She transmits a love of that information and a love of the learning process. "In recognizing her contribu- tion to the students of this College, we wish also to recognize the contribution of the Sears- Roebuck Foundation. The Foundation has demonstrated a commendable perception of the value to American society of a fine teacher." Psychology Majors Honored at Psi Chi Installment by Erika Stamper Nine Agnes Scott students recently became charter members of Psi Chi. The first chapter ot Psi Chi, a national psychology honor Society, was installed on Agnes Scott's campus by Dr. Thomas Hogan, associate professor of psychology. Psi Chi was founded in 1929 at Yale University during the Ninth International Congress of Psychology. The purposes of the honor society are to encourage, stimulate, and maintain excel- lence in scholarship, and to advance the science ot psychol- ogy- The members of Psi Chi are well qualified to satisfy its goals. The undergraduates elected Co Psi Chi must be in the top 35% of their class in general scholar- ship, and must demonstrate sup- Win a Hawaiian Vacation or Big Screen TV Plus Raise Up To $1400 In Just 10 Days. Organizations Call OCME at 1-800-932-0528 or 1-800-950-8472 ext. 10 taking the LSAT? 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College Hosts Summer Institute for High School Students Press Release Agnes Scott College will host "Hot Topics," a summer institute for rising high school junior and senior girls July 22 through August 3. "Hot Topics" is designed to let high school girls sample the academic and social aspects of college life in a residential set- ting. The two-week institute will provide the opportunity to attend classes, meet new friends, and enjoy the friendly metropolitan area of Atlanta, doing all the things a student would do. The curriculum for "Hot Topics" has five college level courses from which to choose two. They include "New Voices in Contemporary Short Fiction," u Real World Economics," "Ethics in Society," "Getting Past the ,Cold War: American Foreign Policy in the '90s," and "Future Math." This summer sampler of college life also will have a special session on how to enroll in the college of choice by learning to make high school academic and extracurricular activities especially attractive to college admissions committees. Other special sessions include education financing, study skills, and career selection. Participants will also have access to all the anemities of the beautiful 100-acre campus. The program begins Sunday, July 22, and concludes Friday, August 3, with brunch tor the whole family. The cost is $575 and includes dorm room, all meals, materials, and activities. Eligible students must be rising high school juniors or seniors. Applications are available from the Office of Admissions, Agnes Scott College, Decatur, OA 30330, or by calling 404-371- 6285, and are due June 1, 1990. Student Honors Announced Joy Howard '9 1 , has been chosen to attend a ten week Leader- ship America progam designed to reward students for their leader- ship abilities and to strengthen their skills. Two RTCs won awards at the Southern Literary Festival sponsored by Jackson State University in Jackson, Mississippi. Anjail Ahmad placed third in poetry and Diana Jordan won second place for an informal essay and received honorable mention for a formal essay. Good only at Clairmont Road location QUAKER STATE minit-lube The end of oil change hassles preferred customer $5.00 discount FT AVONDALE MINI-STORAGE 292-91 73 A Great Place For Summer Storage Can Furnish Truck and Driver* 'Student rates available. Ask for details Friday, April 27, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 7 Alumnae Weekend Unites Past and Present PHOTO BY BARBIE ST1TT by Susan Adams About 700 alumnae will be visiting the ASC campus this weekend. Because this year's Alumnae Weekend coincides with the Writers' Festival, alumnae will have the opportunity to attend the scheduled lectures along with students. This special weekend tor alumnae brings to a close most of the activities for the year. Although the alumnae sponsor a cook-out and reception for graduating seniors, as well as individual alumnae club meetings over the summer, the spring Alumnae Weekend is this term's last big event. In preparation for this year's weekend, the Alumnae Garden Committee completed work on a walking tour of the Alumnae Gardens. The various plants found in the gardens will be marked for easy recognition, as well as noted in a written guide which will be made available. In the past, alumnae from Germany and Japan have attended this special weekend. Students will most likely find themselves speaking to an alumna over the weekend, if not showing someone her former dorm or room. Another special memory of many alumnae will be relived when they attend convocation. A full academic procession will accompany guest speaker Alfred Uhry's lecture. Alumnae from the class of 1930 will be in attendance as will alumnae from the class of 1989. Many things have changed over the years, and alumnae question the effectiveness of the honor code. However, director of alumnae affairs Lucia Sizemore indicates that "They [alumnae] still go away with the sense that Agnes Scott is in as good a shape, if not better, than when they were here." While the Alumnae Office coordinates much of the activity and planning for this weekend, the entire campus becomes involved. Departments such as Food Service, Housekeeping, and Physical Plant, to name a few, work to make the whole weekend run smoothly. John Birch Society Explains Its Wariness of Earth Day 1990 Hysteria John Birch Society- Press Release 44 If you swat at a mosquito with a sledge hammer, you could seriously affect the well-being of a lot more than the insect. So, too, if our nation accepts and acts on all the unproved theories of today's environmentalists, personal freedom and national sovereignty could be compro- mised, even destroyed." This is the gist of a new Society warning to the Ameri- can people. Spokesman John F. McManus cites recent reports published in the Sociery's affili- ated biweekly magazine, The New American, where an array of scientists and analysts dispute popular environmental claims. Such highly publicized crises as those involving acid rain, global warming and the greenhouse effect, ozone depletion, and overpopulation are held to be based on "incomplete data and questionable logic." According to scientific au- thorities cited by the Birch Society, the earth is not getting warmer, no one knows the cause or the extent of whatever acid rain problem exists, it is ludi- crous to jump from skimpy data to an insistence that the earth's protective ozone layer is threatened, and problems related to overpopulation and auto emissions are isolated phenom- ena that do not call for national and international controls. The Society is wary of claims associated with the promotion of Earth Day 1990 on April 22. "Of course, we want a clean and safe environment," said McManus, "but we do not believe it necessary to sacrifice the freedom of the American people and the independence of MISS USA WINS $250,000 ON CBS-TV MISS GEORGIA USA PAGEANT 1991 NO PERFORMING TALENT REQUIRED You can win fame and fortune as Georgia's rep- resentative in the nationally televised Miss USA Pageant next spring. The search for Miss Georgia is on. State finals will be October 20th & 21st in Atlanta. If you are single and between the ages of 18 and 26 as of February 1, 1991, you may qualify. For FREE entry information, send your name, address, age and telephone to: Miss Georgia USA, National Headquarters, P.O. Box 676, Silver Spring, Maryland 20918 or phone TOLL FREE 800-525-5025. BRENDA LEITHLEITER Miss Georgia USA 1990 MISS GA RECEIVES EUROPEAN TRIP our nation to get it. The way the Birch Society sees it, Americans are being victimized by environmental hysteria into supporting huge increases in taxes, regulations and controls that will not improve the environment but will build government power and impair American industry's ability to compete in the world's markets. Society officials point to a 1989 Harvard University Energy and Environmental Policy Center study that concluded: "The cost of environmental regulations is a long-run reduction of 2.59 percent in the level of the gross national product." Spokesman McManus claims, "That is a staggering slice of America s productivity!" "It all fits," claims McManus. "For several decades, anyone who took the time to look could find powerful support for socialism at Lucia Sizemore '65 home and centralized government for the world. It has always come from the huge tax-exempt foundations and prominent Establishment journals such as Foreign Affairs published by the Council on Foreign Relations." He notes that funding for the environmental movement comes from such pillars of the Establish- ment as the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, the Rockefeller Family Fund, and the Ford, Carnegie and Rockefeller foundations. Foreign Affairs magazine published recommendations in its Spring 1988 issue given by Columbia University Professor Richard N. Gardner. He advocated using environmental concerns as a springboard to internationalism. The Gardner article carried the title "Practical Internationalism." McManus stated, "Where pollution exists, it can and should be stopped. But we don't haw to give up national sovereignty and personal liberty in the process. And when frightening claims are made by environmentalists, opposing views given by other members of the scientific community should not be ignored. "Further, the authors of the doomsday predictions should be required to produce hard evi- dence to back them up. Not speculation, not guesswork, and not sweeping conclusions based on meaningless bits of data." Note to readers: If you wish to address this article, please send your responses to John F. McManus, Director, Public Relations, The John Birch Society, Appleton WI 54913. AVONDALE PIZZA CAFE NY STYLE PIZZA BY THE SLICE STEAK & CHEESE SUBs^Sm. CALZ0NE SUBS ITALIAN DINNERS GARDEN FRESH SALADS COLD BEER OUTSIDE SEA TING DAIL Y SPECIALS! HOURS M-TH 11 am-11 pm FRI11am-12pm SAT. 11 am-11 pm NOW OPEN ON SUNDAYS! 4 pm-10 pm 'OPE NED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF JOHNNY S & COSMOS 299-6922 Nat to CAS Bank 2 00 0FF ANY LARGE OR MEDIUM PIZZA ORDER WITH THIS COUPON "NOT VAUD WITH OTHER OFFERS 8000 FOR TAKE-OUT ON OWE IM. Exp. 5/30/90 lASCi Page 8 THE PROFILE Friday, April 27, 1990 Layli Miller in Africa Journeying into Darkest Africa by Layli Miller "Don't leave the Gambia without seeing it" was the sign that stared at me as I drove to the airport. No, I had not really seen the Gambia; I was just able to gaze at it. The Gambia is on the west coast ot Africa with beautiful beaches, wonderful people, and a poor economy. The warm .sun matches the hearts of the people that I met. My life slowed to an enjoyable pace while staying there. I was able to spend time with the women in the market, to find out about everyone's brother's wife's mother, and to tell people how America is doing. Upon my arrival, gifts greeted me: a live chicken from the care- taker, the neighbor's son, and sev eral other visitors. They all came to see the "tubab (white person) stranger," and were eager to know how 1 was enjoying their country. It was an attention not usually received by people here in America. I spent much of my time visiting people in the villages with socio-economic develop- ment projects in progress to learn from their example and offer support. Traveling with me a was my native companion, Yow. The small bus (or the "bone-shaker") which served as our transporta- tion to the village of Bwiam broke down upon our arrival. So we took the four-hour journey back from the village on the city bus. The bus was an hour late. Once it arrived, the entrance was violent, with plenty of pushing and shoving. I managed to secure a seat and a child jumped on my Woman Owned and Operated AUTO REPAIR SHOP AT LAST.. .A place where the METRO ATLANTA WOMAN can feel comfortable about her cm care and her mechanic. TATUM AUTO SERVICE CENTER 377-2296 Decatur, GA Ask about oil and filter special! lap. She would he my companion for the next several hours, offering me pieces of hanana and fre- quently turning around to stare at my white face or to curiously touch my hair. Some short time into the trip, a man across the aisle from me hegan throwing up violently. I tried not to look and hegan praying. I prayed a lot on that trip. Counting the trees go by helped, too. A fight soon broke out on the bus something involving the fare, I think. These small events helped to keep my mind off of my cramped legs, my sweaty dress, and the hours ahead of me that required me to keep immobile. Eventually we reached out- destination and we walked several miles to the station. I felt as though I had accomplished some great feat, a big test of courage. Yet a thought like this is so selfish, 1 realized, when / had the option to go home. I have not lived in Africa. My stay was temporary. The men and women who feed their families every day have the coutage that I saw and admired. I fell in love with them and with their courage. It was hard tor me to leave. Profile of an African- American Slave Shows Desire for Freedom BY MlCHELE A. BARARD Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley was born in Virginia around 1824; as is typical of slaves, her exact birthdate is still not known. While growing up, Elizabeth thought that a slave from another plantation who was allowed to visit her mother on Sundays was her father. Later, she found out from her mother that she was the illegitimate daughter of their owner. At the age of four she was taken to the main house to care for the master's new child and her half-sister, also named Elizabeth. At fourteen, she was sent to work for the master's son. The mistress of the household thought Elizabeth was too proud. Because of her dislike for the young woman, she encouraged the school teacher to try to beat Elizabeth into submissiveness. When Elizabeth was eighteen, she was sent to become the mistress of Alexander Kirkland. She bore one son by him. Kirkland died shortly thereafter. Elizabeth then returned to Virginia to work for Mr. Garland, who had married one of the daughters of her old master. When Mr. Garland had difficulty earning money, she offered to work as a seamstress so her elderly mother would not have to go back out to work. Elizabeth supported the Garlands and her mother for over two years. Elizabeth was constant ly seeking freedom for herself and her son. In 1855, she purchased her freedom for twelve hundred dollars with a loan from a patron. In 1860, she went to Washing, ton, D.C., and began working as a seamstress. She made dresses for the women of Washington society, mainly the wives of politicians. Eventually, Elizabeth was recom- mended to Mary Todd Lincoln to replace a dress which had been ruined by a coffee spill. Elizabeth became Mrs. Lin- coln's close friend and confidante. After the President's assasination it was Elizabeth who was by the widow's side. While working in the White House, Elizabeth helped found the Contraband Relief Association, which aided freed black men who retuned from the Civil War. However, Elizabeth Keckley may best be known as the writer of the first expose. She wrote what she considered the secret history oi the White House. Behind the Scenes ; or Thirty Years a Slave and Four Years in the White House is noted tor its insights into the character of Mary Todd Lincoln particularly. As with other written works by slaves and ex-slaves, there has been debate about whet her or not Elizabeth wrote Behind the Scenes. I [owever, her writing is authentic and has been praised. Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley s life demonstrates a desire for freedom and worth which is in all of us a goal which each ot us can obtain. Dying Child Makes One Last Wish Press Release Seven year-old Craitf ShergoEl has an inoperable brain tumor, and he wants to be immoi tallied as the person who has received the largest number of post- marked cards. The Children's Wish Founda- tion, which attempts to grant last wishes to terminally ill chil- dren, has accepted quite a challenge, but they need your help. The record to date is around 1,200,000. Please send your card to ( 'raig Shergold,c/o Children's Wish Foundation, Suite 100, M Perimeter Center East , Atlanta, Georgia, 30346-1901. The cards do not have to be elaborate, and feel free to send as many as you wish, in seperate envelopes, of course. Share this information with your hallmates, dormmates, friends, and family. We Look Forward To Seeing You Unisex Salon We*l Portc pi*c Sfiopping C%nw Com* o1 Ponce Pi. k S wanton Way 37/ -9004 FfM Parti Friday, April 27, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 9 [FlfE|A |T|U|R|H|1 StreetBeat Compiled By Barbie Stitt The Question: As seniors, what is your most memorable moment at ASC? Allena Bowen, Kim Lamkin, and Teresa Ramirez: Being caught hy Public Safety while we were trying to steal the Bunnies from Hell. Oh yeah, we had been to Tracksides. Renee L. Dennis: I remember thinking "I'm here, I'm here, I'm finally in college!" People always make a big deal about college and I realized that I was finally there. Jennifer Burger:and Debbie Sirban Living in Winship dorm our freshman year and having a chump list that went all the way down the hall. Also, spending six hours locked with a date in the dining hall stairwell and breaking a window to get out. Then there was the time we did Arkansas pig calls on 3rd Main. But going to Savannah 3 years in a row for the St. Patrick's Day celebration was a blast. Travel Around the World Via the Round Table "Dr." Zeykar Sieger (three journalists in disguise) "Only a few minutes left!" I say to myself, every evening at 4:55. "I must go now to claim my seat around the table.- 1 Oh, no, it's not the food at Letitia Pate that I am longing tor. After all, who could look forward to eating a rice, yoghurt and cayenne pepper concoction or a cucumher-hagel creation? But 1 can't wait to hear about the naked man dancing on the table or at least that's rumored to be traditional dinnertime entertainment in Sweden. With such a nutty, mar- vellous combination of people, the conversation never lulls. Every topic is covered: politics (sometimes), travel plans (always), religion (hardly) and of course, sex. The round table what an experience! The table becomes especially colorful towards the end of the year when tolerance for home- sickness wears thin and exas- peration with Agnes Scott mounts. Frustration and boredom tear down the language barriers, causing personalities to shine through. The personalities of the round table are diverse and definitely worth a mention here. For one, there's the graceful modem age princess acting her way to New York. Next to her, in the dense cloud of smoke, sit the intellectual French patriot and the German "goddess of garlic." These two are usually bickering over some passe territorial dispute. This heated discussion is usually interrupted by a torrent of provoking but irrelevant questions about sexual mores. The Swedish source of the inquiries hopes (but to no avail) to involve the whole table in this new topic. The French wanna-bes with their identical, Parisian haircuts know better though. They escape wisely by mentioning the truism "But there is no point. Nothing has a point!" To make the picture com- plete, a rather amused "sleeping beauty" announces that she will host yet another Blue Light Party. This announcement provokes a rather woeful protest from the conscientious student of the table: "But I have a French exam tomorrow!" No matter how conscientious, though, she will not miss the party... "Parties they should not be missed!" This is one unwritten law of the round table. Despite transportation problems that arise from the fact that the round table crowd shares a total of 1.5 cars, we always seem to make it to the various interna- tional party locations around Atlanta. The parties are fun, but better yet is the "tabletalk" the next day. Maybe this is why the round table is always the last one to empty at 8:00, when the patrons are gracefully shown out by the dining hall staff. Career Corner by Adriane Creety While taking a break from the books this summer, you can still get a head start on post-gradu- ation by beginning to explore your career opportunities. The following tips for making the best use of your summer may be of some assistance. Combining an unpaid internship with a paid job may help you acquire more knowledge about a career of interest to you. Take advantage of the opportu- nity to develop skills such as word processing, which are necessary to most careers today. Network: talk with friends, relatives, co-workers, or anyone else you know, about what they do and what you are interested in doing. Develop the habit of reading the newspaper, including the business section. Read back- issues of CV and In View, distributed by CP&P throughout the year. Begin to develop your resume. Seniors in particular will need finished copies by October in order to participate in Career Opportunities '90, a career fair for students from 1 5 area colleges. Visit graduate schools, speak with ASC alumnae who are currently enrolled in programs of interest to you, and prepare for standardized examinations. Visit Career Planning and Placement. We're open all summer, Monday through Thurs- day 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We would be happy to work with you. Page 10 THE PROFILE Friday, April 27, 1990 SENIOR WILLS [, Andrea Johnson, being of sound mind and body, do hearby bequeath to Catherine Craddock and Margaret Murdock each other, with the sincere hope that no death is incurred in this arrangement and unity and peace can be maintained without my mediation. To Margaret I leave The Thursday Night Trackside Tradition and to Cathie 1 leave my koosh ball to help her deal with all her neuroses. To both, I leave my laughter and my love. I, Sarah Crane, not even claiming to be of sound mind, do hereby bequeath... to Leigh and Alicia a perfect understand- ing of procrastination. Don't go overboard. To the rising phys- ics and astronomy majors a promise it will click. ..someday. 1, Amanda DeWees, being of feeble mind and a body better left unmentioned, do bequeath the following: to Sharon Harp, my (questionable) status as The English Major Incarnate; to Chrissie Lewandowski, my ability to belie my cattiness with a sweet appearance; and to Cathie and Marga- ret, a next-door-neighbor who won't sneeze regularly at 9:00 every morning. [, Michele Moses, being of a sound mind well -rooted in insanity after 4 years at ASC leave the following: To Daphne My best wishes to you and the rest of Honor Court for the strength, courage, and wisdom to get through the coming year may it be a quiet and positive one, and may James avoid this campus at all costs. To Shannon A lifetime of happiness with Will and a request for future dance lessons from the king and queen of fancy feet. To Christy I leave a special pass that forbids you from living in the library 24 hours a day so that you can share your ever- present smile with the rest i >t the campus. To Margaret and M.iry Always keep your perspective you .ire at .i small, southeastern liberal arts women's college in Decatur, GA, five minutes from the neatest MARTA station. To all ot the professors in the Riolog\ and Psychology I tepts. Tli, ink you tor sharing your energy and enthusiasm tor your disciplines! I. Ann Uan LoveQ, being 1 4 sound mind and poor estate, do hereby bequeath the following items, to my roommate Janet: "the abyss" and the carpet lying thereunder, and best wishes for finding a cleaner roommate next year. to the sophomore physics- astronomy majors: care and feeding of our department faculty, lots of money for textbooks, an industrial strength calculator, and several boxes of Vivarin. to Alberto: the observatory and its disheveled contents, too much software, and four new and more enthusiastic assistants. to Dr. Bowling: a slightly used Linear Algebra book, an almost working telescope, and a spontaneous giggle at precisely 9:40 a.m. I, TERESA RAMIREZ, being of a witty mind and an oh-so-voluptuous body, do hereby bequeath the following things to the following fortu- nate people: ALLENA BOWEN and KIM LAMKIN, the two special friends whom I love to death, a fluff, rolls of toilet paper, Q-tips coming out of your ears, a "Hm, Do YOU like it?" sign, green beer from Spring Break 1987, the Trackside flipper game, ten tons of Trash, oysters, the bill at 103 West, a kiss from Steve, surfing on the Marta, the Great Pumpkin, Krispy Kreme at 6am (Hello! Seniors), furry feet slippers, Aunt Jemima, the kiss from Deeps that never hap- pened, a giant KiKi doll saying u Oh, Petro...," Phil Collins's love child, quad night with the bunnies, "Love Shack," Marta buses that fart on the bus stop, a date with Ugly Teddy whenever you want it (but he does't take kindly to freezers), an all night game of "I never," snowball fights, and all those other times when I have laughed so hard that I've almost peed in my pants. Thank you for being the best part of my college life. BETSY JOHNSON, memo ries of a random Waffle House, the greatest next door neighbor anyone could want, BUDG- ETEL, writing with the um. ..well, you know, snowflake C Utting out parry, hunting tor cards at Ruperts, "Oh yes, 1 do love Shaun Cassidy," I'll take a sc rewdriver, "It Chip is driving alone...," and yes, Betsy, you ARE too nice! 1 hope you have the greatest Senior year and HEY: GO TO TRACKSIDE! HOLLY HENDERSON, all the roach-free Pyng Ho Chinese food you could want, nerd repellent, and all the sleep you will need (because it someone doesn't will it to you, you won't get h ) as 9< \A president SHANNON WILLIAM- SON, subway rides through D.C \, kidnapping helpless freshmen, wearing P.J.'s to the dining hall, mini Mounties, trees that ought to have names, BUCKS (and the ten zillion calories we gained from all that oreo cheesecake), water fights, yes, our hands are hurt and no, we didn't plan it, the quad at 1 a.m., work men who peer into your window even though you're on the third floor, the noiseless heating system in Walters, gum is great and peanut butter takes it out in a jiffy, homemade bunk beds, Mary Kay Aloe Vera Kroger, socks for the bra, and lastly, all the other memories of a beautiful friendship temporarily lost to immaturity and misun- derstanding. I wish you well in life. To all my other friends: KAREN, DEBBIE, DENICE, PAIGE, KATIE, and everyone else, THANK YOU! You have made Agnes Scott a very special place tor me. MS. G and DEAN HUDSON, I leave for you all the jokes you can stomach and a sincere thanks for everything you've done for me. You're the greatest, no matter what the old gynecologists think. I, Shannon Williamson, being of somewhat sound mind and delicately distorted body, do hereby bequeath the following: To Kristin Louer I leave my 8:30 p.m. Sunday night dates with Bart Simpson, my great disgust for biology, my ability to put off diets to less "stressful" times, my ability to discuss weddings, my ability to deal with mothers and most impor- tantly, my never-ending friendship. To Stephanie Strickland I leave my wardrobe because it looks better on her than it does on me. To Holly Henderson and Ellen Chilcutt I leave fun and adventure with Kappa Sigma. To Holly Henderson I also leave a box of Sominex in hopes that she puts it to good use. To Kate Simpkins I leave a map and key to Inman Hall since she seems to lose her way from Hopkins. To Shannon Price and Christy Dickert I leave 25 cases of smiley laces in the event that they ever run out. To Allison Davis and Jennifer Bridges I leave the motivation necessary to push on through when the dirt stains on the carpet just won't come off. (I'll miss you!!) To Kim and Allena 1 leave my thanks for being able to make me laugh when 1 thought it couldn't be possible. To Debbie S., Andri A., Karen A., Shama S., Paige E., Leigh E., Carol G., Jennifer B., Jean W., Pam O, and Wendy S., I leave my thanks for the 1st Inman chats and late nights. I wish you all the best in the years to come. To Jenny Brand, I leave my thanks fox exchanging wedding "war" stories. You've made this time even more meaningful. To Katie Pattillo I leave my appreciation for a friendship beyond the call of duty and my wishes for a bright and deserved future. We, Katie Pattillo and Shannon Williamson, being of the Royal Order of PM, do hereby bequeath to the Class of 1990 the following: 1 . All of the lovely memo- ries of Convocations that the majority of you missed. (You know we would have gone anyway.) 2. All the class meeting signs that we didn't make and you didn't see. 3. The time and effort of dues collection. 4. Wishes for a happy and prosperous future. Thank you all for a great experience that we would gladly repeat. I, Kathryn Leigh Pattillo (aka KT), being of geeky mind and questionable body, do bequeath the following: To Lauren Fowler, my great ability to be a "Power Monger" for the rest of her college career, as we all know that I am (and don't you forget it! ) To Sally McMillan, my won- derful cousin, my knowledge, however limited it is, to do physics. Also my ability to play soccer, although I didn't get to play in the fall. To Mollie Merrick, Dot Markert, and Bertie Bond, I leave all my love and admira- tion to you all. Thank you for everything, especially your friendship. Bertie, are you going fishing soon. 7 To Lynda Johnson, the nerve and stamina to complete a Math and Physics major without going crazy or killing your G.P.A. To Dean Hudson (Tab Queen), my utmost respect for you. Thank you for your support and friendship. I love you lots! To Kim and Allena, for the wonderful times. Kim, thanks for the midnight trips to Athens. Allena, just remember computers and Helen. You are both so close to me, I'll never forget you! To Christy, Shannon, Jennifer, and Allison, thank you for everything! Your ears must he tired. Thanks for vacation- ing with me. I'll always visit you and write often. To Jennifer, Jean, Wendy, Pam, and Julia, thanks for the wonderful times on the hall. For the listening ears. You've been the best. Jean and Wendy, thanks for the intro- duction (you know what I mean ) . To Shannon, I thank you for the ear to gripe into, the shoulder to cry on, and the silliness to laugh with. I love ya! Finally, to Heidi. Michele, and Jenny, the Fabulous Foursome, what can 1 say! Thank you! Remember: "Goombay!" I, Wendy Schulz, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath the following to those we leave behind: To the entire rising senior class, a copy of the lyrics to "Tired Old Seniors" with the new verse written by the class of '90; To Sarah Bolton, my best wishes at Georgia Tech next year; To Bettina Gyr, a cot in Campbell. You will need it with your independent study next year. I also leave you a fly- swatter for those pesky Droso- philia. To Stephanie Strickland, I leave the friendship that we began this year, and all the memories of back -rub chains and chinese food runs. You are hereby charged to keep alive the memories of First Floor Inman. And to all my friends at Agnes Scott, I leave my wishes for love and health. I am a better person for having known you all. Sworn to this day by Wendy Schulz, Biology Major, ASC, Class of 1990. I, Jenny Brand, being of waning mind and gaining body do hereby bequeath the small remainder of my estate to the following upon my departure from ASC: To Allison, I leave the family name, a teal dress, and an honorary membership as a "Goombay" member of the Awesome Foursome. Good luck with Interdorm and student teaching! To Jennifer, I leav e a gorgeous evening gown, Dr. B\ fan club, the Agnes Scott tradition, and a promise that we will drink champagne on your next birthday! To I lolly, I leave my heating pad and all my wild inte rnship stories hold Vm in the road on SGA next year. To Denice, I leave my crown as fire drill queen and an industrial strength calculator to handle the books. Good luck! To I )r. Pinka, I leave an invitation to a home cooked dinner as soon as I improve my cooking! Thank you so much for your support and en- Friday, April 27, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 1 1 SENIOR WILLS couragement. Finally, to Amy Schmidt, I leave my computer disks, the joys of publications, and my best wishes for the future. Thanks for your help! I, Jill Barkholz, leave to Ruth, Anna, and Laura a better time with econ; Susan, a date every weekend; Docia, best wishes in Ohio; Jen, a lifetime of advice; Sarah and Christian, the self-adhesive stamps (Oh My Word) and the admissions office; Mrs. Booch, a fabulous retirement; Robert, more rubber bands and gossip; and Kelli, chocolate (when she's desper- ate) and better long distance years than some I've had. You'll make it it's worth it! I, Kimberly Sue Lamkin, being of midget body and no mind, do hereby bequeath the following: Dr. Thompson: Bart Simpson Sally and Davina: lots of StressTabs and even more luck for next year Ronnie: my sheep shoes and a hug Cathie and Margaret: Spring Break 1990, a monkey, a reserved booth at Trackside and best wishes for next year. Fahriegnuggen, dudes! Den ice: my white t-shirt, wine coolers, the Trackside parking lot, Capping 1990 and (hopefully!) Busch Gardens this summer! My Public Safety Buddies: Amy: thanks for sharing and appreciating warped humor; Dee: two people to make you laugh as much as Allena and I did, a big hug and thanks for ^ always listening; Rus: a real alma mater, a bulldog, my respect and thanks; Greg: my ear, a vaporiz- ing gun for those oh-so-annoy- ing little problems life sends your way; Curtis: best of luck to you and Karen, and "Hey can 1 turn the siren on?" Everyone else: thanks for being such cool people to work with. I'll miss y'alL; Juliet: chocolate eggs, every single piece of "art" at this college and those wonderful walks to P-Plant. Try to keep everyone in line next year for me, OK? Kristin: my number in Atlanta this summer you're always welcome! KT: Andy Griffith and the Olympics; Fanta Orange; swinging on the gate at your house; Hilton Head and "No, no. I don't sunburn."; those really embarrassing pictures from sophomore year; and than/cs for 3 years of friendship. Shannon: a perfect 6-week roommate; a Coppertone bottle; playing Truth or Dare at John's house; a permanent aunt for Jagger and thanks for being such a good friend. Teresa: the Big Chill sound- track; a renewed friendship; Rolos in gold foil; "Love Shack" until you die; Marty (sort of); and a triumphant return to HHSsoon! Thanks for every- thing, T! Clive loves you. Andrea: that silly pig that I love; Spring Break 1990: The Virtuous Gang Steps Out; transcendental meditation sure.; English Major of the Year Award; Toonces; my latest novel, Eufaula: City from Hell; one of those cool drinks at Pineapple Willie's; permanent membership in the L.B. Fan Club; our booth at Tracks; the distinction completion; the PCM flu; and thanks for everything. Best of luck to you and your Lounge Lizard Amy and Emily would be proud. Allena "Hey babe. ..you know, you lookin' good!" Bowen: Bob, the Honda dealer from hell; "Crazy Game"; that island in the middle of Lake Lanier; Avondale Park; the PCM flu; the Eagles; those purple babes; a suction to erase those six months last year; Spring Break 1987 and 1990; all those wonderful secrets only we know; my cousin "Mat"; a ticket to the 1991 opening of the Bowen Wing of the DeKalb Medical Center; Trackside, Trackside, Trackside; those "good-legged boys"; "Allena? I'm numb."; BD and LD; you old bat; bat-hats, walrus noses, bunny ears and straw hats; the duck position; half; our hand- shake; "Here's to the Men That We Love..."; Jimmy Buffet; and a rousing to-it-and-from-it for the best friend I have ever had. Sing-que for it all. I, Pamela Muse, being of stressed mind and overworked body, do hereby leave to those remaining in captivity at Agony Spot... while I make my secape in 22 more days... To Ashley C: Good luck, and stay sane... if you can, yes you can start the graduation countdown on the first day of school. To Christian: a four-pack of B&J, "we're off campus when we pull out onto the road, I prom- ise," a roll of film, touring Texacos, an ear to bend, more bows, "Pumping Curls," and a roof to cover your little curly head this summer. To Regina G.: A disappear- ing black turtleneck, a copy of "WHMS," a stolen poster, a "chaw" of Red Man with your baseball cap, driving around on capping night, and a final question. .."Are you sure you're not related to Richard Grieco?" To Julie I.: A mother over 5 hours away, being a South Carolinian (and damn proud of it just think of all that's happened there..."), a room "with a view" in Winship (I've always been partial to that dorm). To Dr. Kennedy: More students to dump ginger ale in her car, have pit stops at every fast food place and vending machine, and to beg out of lab and field trips, more "conversa- tional" classes, more smiling faces at 9:25, and the fond (or not so fond) memory of a voice saying "I've gotta PEE!" on our field trip to Mt. Arabia, and "Gee, tailgate much..." and another student to persuade you to postpone tests. To Alicia L.: "Bathroom Conversation," a tape of Rhapsody in Blue, and an amazing ability to get professors to postpone tests. To Dr. Sally Mac: another student who "interprets" Latin in the manner of which I am capable, MY definition of Passive Periphrastic, Ablative Absolute and Gerundive...I hope you find another babysit- ter for that precious Elaine. To Dr. McCloskey: an apology for all the times you've had to yell at me when I've deserved it, hiding during lab this year, screaming about "Fatty Acid Degradation" in the hood room, adventures with the GC and Alice, "nerds" on the rampage at parties, a promise to apply, hard decisions, and tears in her office, I know I'm going to miss you, but I know you've helped me more than Organic. To Cynthia Neal: I leave nothing. Since she can't remember my name, I won't remember her. But I do hope she gets to sleep with that special man sometime soon. To Daphne: no more noisy neighbors, my Biochem notes, and only one more year of it. Also, I leave my prescription of Valium. You're gonna need it more than I will next year. To Michelle R.: good luck with deadlines and bill pay- ment. You have the number of the "Burger and Muse Collec- tion Agency" call anytime. By the way, next year the stun gun is yours to use on your ad manager. ZZZAAAPPP! ! ! ! To Leigh S.: an ability to not follow the soaps, a gun with which to kill a certain professor. I also entrust to you the all important Graduation Count- down Update. To Sarah T.: my VCR remote, so she never has to watch commercials, my dog- earred Latin dictionary, my ability to go an entire semester without buying my Latin book, a final Tab can toss, and a final "Yo! Cassie!" and "Hey babe!" Don't drool too much on Paul, and please don't forget to tape Yt an i - lies run amuck like film pollu- tion. And 1 won't bother with all the heteroscxism/homophohia. Truly relentless, and regret table. The film does take a stand, however, on teen pregnancy and the importance of male responsi- bility for contraception. (Ah, relief.) In addition, the camera glides right into the ghetto and hack into black suburbia without embarrassment, finally reconcil- ing a bit of the Fat Albert/Cosby Show dichotomy. But the real brilliance of the film lies in the fact that brothers/ filmmakers Warrington (pro- ducer) and Reginald (writer/ director) Hudlin accomplish something John Hughes and other sappy, youth-nostalgics never could: making a teen movie without taking themselves too seriously. Except, maybe, for when the white cops get smashed by the house. Then again, considering all the racial harassment going on on this campus, that scene could serve as something of a catharsis I for more than one Scottie. Blackfriars Prepare for One- Act Plays By Sandee McGlaun The Agnes Scott Blackfriars will produce its annual evening of one-act plays in Winter Theatre of Dana Fine Arts Building. The evening will showcase the talents of four Agnes Scott students as student directors. Junior Chrissie Lewandowski will direct Lanford Wilson's Ludlow Fair, a comedy in which the neurotic Rachel (played by Laura Williams) and brash Agnes (Ten Grossi) "lament their love lives." William Inge's Margaret's Bed, the story of a young couple who "force one another 0 recognize their insecurities," will be directed by junior Annmarie Anderson. Amanda DeWees will play Elsie, and Chris Mayer of C ieorgia State will portray Ben. Elizabeth Pen/am, a junior, will direct Third and Oak: The laundromat, a tale of a midnight meeting and revealed secrets, written by Marsha Norman. Kitty Voss will portray Alberta and Jeanne Campbell will play y< >ung I )eedee. This Property is Condemned, Tennesee Williams's haunting Story of shared dreams, will In- directed by senior Jennifer Peluso. Andi Morano is Willie, an "extraordinary girl," and Tom Pritchard of Atlanta will portray the inquisitive Tom. All four productions promise to be interesting and entertaining, and Agnes Scott students will have the chance to enjoy anil admire the talents of their peers. Curtain is at 8:15 p.m. May 4 and 5. Friday, April 27, 1990 THE PROFILE Page 1 5 lAUm j |Ep|T|E|R|T|AO^PglN|T Arts Exchange "Rethinks the Sacred Image"of Our Society By Christie Miller The "Rethinking the Sacred Image" project, hosted recently hy the Arts Exchange, consisted of several exhibits, a symposium, and a performance. The project was organized by several local artists in order to make the community more aware of the images that are considered "sacred" in our society. The performance aspect of the project was designed to be a re- discovery of the function of ceremonies, as well as to address the precedence technology takes over nature in society's eyes. The performance was an impressive combination of sculpture, music and modern dance. Considering the program's emphasis on nature's wealth, it was ironic that every performance was rained out except the final one. On April 7, approximately 140 people gathered at the Arts Exchange and were rewarded with clear skies. However, tempera- tures dropped, and one had to admire the performers' persever- ence in dancing barefoot in 40- degree weather. The performance took place in an amphitheatre designed by Donna Pickens. The amphi- theatre was a rammed-earth sculpture made by packing sand and clay with water. This tech- nique formed a cement much like that used in the ancient pyramids. Pickens predicted that the work would last at least one-hundred years. The uniqueness of the am- phitheatre was in its shape: the sculpture was the form of a human back, head, and outstretched arms. The dancers performed on the head and between the arms, which fonned tiers for the audience to sit on. This arrangement placed the viewers within the actual dance. The performance began with a processional. The crowd was led to the amphitheatre by three dancers in red hooded capes. Loud drums and sounds of the forest at night accompanied the procession. The composer, Sandy Corley, said that the sounds were to make the audience "pause and listen and remember that nature's sounds are music." After the forest sounds faded, the dancers began a progression through a cycle of songs. The naturally occurring full moon added an eerie aspect to the scene. The first song expressed creation, as the earth formed and cooled. The second song por- trayed earth's inhabitants praying for rain, and then seeking shelter when it fell. The sounds of bees started the activity of the first day on earth. In "I, Mistake," human birth was expressed. Two male dancers began a portrayal of what seemed to be the first recognition of "self." The ticking of a clock brought "Have You (N)ever Seen a Sunset" into being. It expressed death and brought the cycle to a close. The dancers then began again with "First Nite Flow," illustrating the circle of our daily lives, and showing the complete cycle of creation. For the final dance, the dancers distributed candles to the audience members. The lights were turned out, and the last dance was illum- inated only by candlelight. The audience was then led out of the amphitheatre by the hooded figures. The "Rethinking the Sacred Image" performance made a strong statement about how our in- creasingly technological society is overwhelming nature and the sounds of nature. Composer Corley said, "The performance should promote appreciation of that which we have forgotten, and hopefully, we will become more protec- tive of our native environment as^a result." Although some parts of the dance were difficult to understand, the emotion of the dancers carried this message effectively. Sculptor Pickens said that she wanted people to leave thinking and rethinking the images society holds sacred. Both artists definitively and imaginatively achieved their goals. The Arts Exchange plans to hold different types of perfonn- ances in the amphitheatre. "Black Art- Ancestral Legacy" Traces Artists' Evolution Press Release Over 150 paintings and sculp- tures will be on view in "Black Art-Ancestral Legacy: The Afri- can Impulse in African-American Art" May 22 through August 5 at the High Museum of Art. The exhibition traces the impact of African culture on the work of 20th-century black artists. It will include an installa- tion based on the mbari shrine of the Ibo people of Nigeria created by sculptor George Smith, with contributions by local artists. "Black Art-Ancestral Legacy" is presented by the High Museum in conjunction with the National Black Arts Festival. The Festival, the only event of its kind in the world, celebrates the tremendous contributions of artists of African descent. Art- ists from Africa, Brazil, and the Caribbean will participate with African-American artists. The ten-day celebration, from Friday, July 27 through Sunday, August 5, will feature over 60 events at various locations in Atlanta. Under the theme "African Influence on Contemporary Art Forms," the Festival will serve as a showcase for the works of artists in eight disciplines: music, dance, theatre, film, visual art, performance art, literature, and folk art. The High Museum exhibi- tion will feature works by 49 THEATRE Agnes Scott College: The Blackfriars present "An Evening of One-Act Plays," May 4 and 5 at 8:15 p.m. in Winter Theatre, Dana Fine Arts Building. Call 371-6248 for information. Neighborhood Playhouse in Decatur: Atlanta premiere of Rick Abbot's comedy Play On.', April 20 to May 12. Call 373- 5311 tor ticket infonriation. Audition notice: The Neigh- borhood Playhouse is auditioning for the Harry Chapin musical "Lies 6k Legends," May 20 and 21, at 7:30 p.m. Call 373-3904 tor more information. MUSIC Agnes Scott College: London Fog concert May 3 at 8:15 p.m. in Gaines Auditorium. Lauri Whiu performs her Senior Recital May 6 at 2:30 p.m. in MacLean Auditorium. Agnes Scott Community Orchestra spring concert, "Viennese Classics," May 6 at 5:00 p.m. in Gaines Auditorium. For information on all events, call 371-6294. DANCE Agnes Scott College: The Atlanta College Dance Festival, April 28. Call 371-6430 for more information. African-American artists from the Bahamas, Haiti, and Jamaica, whose work reflects a collective African heritage. These dynamic works examine the artists' creativity GALLERIES Agnes Scott College: "Exit 90," the senior art exhibit, showing through May 19 in the Dalton Gallery of Dana Fine Arts Building. Atlanta Historical Society: "John Abbot, Naturalist," on exhibit through August 19. Call 261-1837 for more infonriation. The Goethe-Institut Atlanta: "European Exposure 1989," photographs by Lawrence Huff, through May 18. The High Museum at Georgia- Pacific Center: Admission is free tor all of the following events. Call 577-6940 for information. By the Hand: Twentieth Century Crafts, from April 30 to July 18'. John L. Moore: New Work, from May 10 to August 10. Working on Paper: Contempo- rary American Drawings, through May 4. The High Museum of Art: "Treasures from the Fitzwil- liam Museum" runs through May 6. David Ludley lectures: "From Country Vamp to City Sophisti- cate: The Changing Image of Woman in 18th and 19th Century Painting." April 29 at 2:00 p.m. Free with museum admission. Black Art - Ancestral Legacy : The African Impulse in African- American Art, in conjunction in four sections: "The Legacy," "Reclamations," "Private Vi- sions," and "Festival and Ritual," each section dealing with different time periods, cultural influences, and artistic impulses. Compiled by Rita Ganev with the National Black Arts Festival. May 22-August 5. For more information, call 892- HIGH. MISCELLANEOUS Agnes Scott College: Bradley Observatory open house. Dr. Alberto Sadun will lecture on "Galaxies The Island Universes" on Friday, May 4, at 8:00 p.m. Call 371-6294 for more informa- tion. American Lung Association ol Atlanta, Inc.: Clean Air Week, May 7-13. Thursday, May 10 is "Don't Drive Day." A Clean Air Celebration will be held Thursday at Masquerade. For infonnation, call 872-9653. The High Museum of Art: The 14th Atlanta Film and Video Festival runs May 8-13 at IMAGE Film/Video Center, celebrating films and videos created by independent artists. For informa- tion, call 352-4225. The Wren's Nest: Sixth annual Wren's Nest Fest in conjunction with West End Neighborhood Festival. May 5 and 6. Storytellers, music, puppet shows, etc. Admission $2.50. For information, call 753-7735. Villa International Atlanta: The Festival of Nations will be held on Sunday, April 29, 1-5 p.m. For information, call 633-6783. PHOTO COURTESY OF THF. HIGH "Starry Crown" by John Biggers Calendar of Events Page 16 THE PROFILE Friday, April 27, 1990 NOW YOU CAN MAJOR IN ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT WITH A FREE PC WHEN YOU BECOME A ZENITH CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE! Like most students, you carry a double load. Not only arc you pursuing your college major, but also planning your major career. Fortunately, you can succeed in both as a Zenith Data Systems Campus Representative. 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