Editorial
College furnishes music dept. well
In the past five years Peninsula College has furnished its
music department many musical instruments, including a
$6,490 Steinway piano, a $6,975 harpsichord, and a $10,855
organ. Just recently the department has purchased a second
grand piano at a cost of $11,563. We certainly have enough
instruments to start our own orchestra, but is this expense
really beneficial? If so, for whom? How many students
benefit?
Most of the money the music department gets is from the
basic funds of the college, such as tuition and grants. An
average of 25 students is enrolled in the choir of the music
department. That means four musical instruments to assist
these 25 students with their singing.
According to President Paul Cornaby, it is not unusual for a
community college to have two grand pianos, or have such a
well-furnished music department as ours. But considering
the percentage of students enrolled in music here, which is
the lowest of the college’s departments according to the
1977-78 statistics, how many students really benefit from
these luxuries? Are they really that necessary? We think
not. The majority of students do not attend the extra
curricular activities on campus. Now that we have two grand
pianos we doubt that they will want to go any more than
before.
Recently the library has been given newer typewriters due
to the funds being shifted around into the right places, where
the benefits go to the students and not just to the institution.
Is it necessary to have a second grand piano? This question
is a little late, because the newest grand piano was
purchased April 4. But we can do something now about
where we spend our money later.
The college has many fine departments that do not get half
as good treatment as the music department. It must be that
Somebody Up There likes music.
Could it be that we are over furnishing one department
and not giving equal justice to others? If this is so, then an
evaluation should be done of other departments that also
need new equipment, and the number of students who
benefit.
—Diane Hill
Recital date changed
Diane Grier’s voice recital,
originally planned for
Sunday, May 27, has been
rescheduled for 8 p.m.
Saturday, June 2, in the
Little Theater.
Diane Grier lives in Port
Angeles and studied music
with Dr. Marvin Pollard for
two years at Peninsula
College before receiving her
diploma in June, 1978.
Accompanied by pianist
Cheryl Gray, Diane will sing
mezzo-soprano selections in
three languages. The selected
songs represent a musical
assortment ranging from
approximately 250 or 300
years ago, including selections from operettas and
oratorios by Italian, Germanic and English
composers.
Antarctica talk planned
Lt. Cmdr. Micky Strong
will speak at the next
Studium Generale on Antarctica. He will present slides
and a commentary about the
Antarctic area where he was
stationed in the winter of
1975 and 1976. His slides will
show unusual geography,
indigenous animals and
historical sites.
Faculty misses point
Elsewhere on this page is a letter we received from the
faculty association on May 10—the day before our last issue
was distributed. We feel this letter deserves a response.
The faculty association was notified in advance when and
how the evaluation would be conducted: that it would not be
done in the classrooms because of the problems in reaching
all classes with the small staff we have. We made our
choices on the basis of advice and counsel from the
University of Washington, with whom we consulted on the
evaluation from beginning to end. The Buccaneer made
every effort to make the evaluation fair and unbiased. Many
hours worth of work and planning went into it, from
conception of the idea a year ago until it was actually done at
the beginning of this quarter. The evaluation was not
presented in jest. Indeed, we took it very seriously.
We readily admit that the number of students responding
to the evaluation should have been higher. We would liked
to have reached 100 percent of the daytime students. But we
do not feel that one third of those produced a useless survey.
On the contrary, it told us a great deal, regardless of
whether or not the statistics themselves are “valid.”
The evaluation may not have been random—but it was
filled out by all students willing to participate—not just the
students willing to be critical, or kind. Had the evaluation
been done in the classrooms, it still would have been filled
out by those students willing to participate, depending on
which of them happened to come to school that day. We
don’t see a whole lot of difference.
The sample sizes were, in some cases, too small. But they
were not presented as being representative of the whole
class. We deliberately printed the enrollment figures with
the response figures to insure a balance in the picture the
figures provided. The imbalance comes not from the figures
themselves, but from the interpretation unjust critics try to
put on them. No one really knows whether the ratings would
have stayed the same, been higher or lower with more
responses.
The faculty association also knew that the evaluation
would be conducted on a voluntary basis. They offered us
their UNANIMOUS APPROVAL—until the results came in.
After a meeting at Aggie’s, the faculty voted its approval of
the evaluation with only one stipulation: that our staff
maintain control to prevent “stuffing” the ballot box—which
we did. This particilar criticism—at this stage of the situation—seems like sour grapes and is not justified.
No prejudicial remarks were made by any staff members
while this writer was at the table, which was at least 90
percent of the time. Our intent was not to prejudice anyone.
We specifically explained to students that the whole point of
the evaluation was to bring out all responses: both fair
criticisms and deserved applause. Any faculty member who
overheard or was told of prejudicial remarks should have
reported it at the time—when it could have been corrected—if such remarks indeed occurred. It’s rather childish
to knowingly allow something to happen and then cry “foul”
after the fact.
The faculty’s journalistic slip is showing. No sample with
only one respondent was printed, since the computer
rejected returns with only one evaluation. We don’t know
who did their counting for them, but they ought to try again.
Perhaps the math department would offer its assistance.
The faculty association did offer our staff its assistance—one time. Our response was, “Terrific—that would be
great. Thank you.” It was never mentioned again.
We congratulate the faculty for cosuiting Mr. John
Doherty, a highly respected attorney. It never hurts to accept
wise counsel. We do not agree, however, that the
publication of this evaluation was irresponsible. It is perhaps
one of the best things the Buccaneer has done. It has made
us all aware of both the problems and the strengths of the
instructional faculty: it has prodded us to think—or rethink—our attitudes about education and the quality of the
education we give or receive; and it has served as a catalyst
for changes and improvements in some programs. Too often
we grow used to things “as they have always been” and we
fail to notice they are out of date or rusty.
Legally indefensible? In a pig’s eye!! Overall, the
evaluation was highly positive. We DID “chalk this one up to
experience”—and feel we’re all better for the experience.
You should be proud of it. We still are.
—Cathy Logg
Letters
Faculty criticizes evaluation
Editor, The Buccaneer:
In reference to the faculty
evaluation conducted by
your staff, it suffers from
three major deficiencies: (1)
The samples are biased; i.e.
the collection of data was not
random, (2) The sample sizes
are in many cases much too
small, (3) In many cases, not
all of an instructors’ classes
were included. Under these
circumstances, it is
impossible to make any
realistic statistical inferences.
The word random, as used
above, refers to the manner
in which the data was
collected. To be statistically
honest, one lets the law of
chance determine who is or is
not included as a respondent
as opposed to the catch as
catch can method employed
by your staff. One possible
method to overcome this
shortcoming would be to use
cards to select a day: Take,
for example, playing cards
numbered one through five,
shuffle and if one comes up
it’s Monday, if two comes up
it’s Tuesday, etc. Keep the
day a secret, and on the
selected day go to the
classroom and interview
everyone in sight. Make no
prejudicial remarks and what
one attempts to obtain is a
spontaneous unsullied
evaluation conducted as
fairly as possible.
In statistics, samples of
less than thirty are called
small and special techniques
are utilized. We have seen
valid inferences made from
samples as small as eight.
They could theoretically be
smaller. However, we have
never heard of anyone—except in jest—attempt to
justify samples of two or
less. And, that is exactly
what you have done in
many instances. Samples
with one respondent purporting to evaluate the
effectiveness of a particular
instructor is absurd and
seems legally indefensible.
The faculty association
contacted you earlier and
offered to assist in the
preparation and
implementation of any
evaluation. We suggest you
contact the faculty association and the mathematics
staff for advice and assistance on any future evaluation and that you chalk this
evaluation up to experience.
Please be informed that
the publication of such
happenstance, especially
cloaked in scientific respectibility is irresponsible. It is,
or could be, embarrassing
and injurious to the instructors involved.
It should be apparent that
the position which the
faculty association has
assumed is unequivocal and
in the interest of fair play,
notice of which is herewith
conveyed.
For the Peninsula College
Faculty Association,
Ron Crawford
President, representing
the Peninsula College
Faculty Association
Scholarships still open
Two scholarships are still
available to Peninsula
College students. The
Washington State Society of
Medical Technology will
award a scholarship to a
medical tech student who has
already been accepted to an
accredited school. Applications are due June 30.
The Dr. Rodney T H
Nuon^memorial scholarship
is offered to a pre-med
student or health sciences
major who is a Clallam
County resident and will
complete the AA degree
requirements by June.
Applicants must have at least
a 3.00 GPA and show
evidence of financial need.
As the quarter draws to a
close some more scholarships
will be available to PC
students. For more
information on the above
scholarships see Wendy Shea
in the Student Services office
and watch the scholarship
board in the PUB for
upcoming scholarships.
Golf team ranks second
The Peninsula College
varsity golf squad wrapped
up its season at the conference championships held
Monday at the Everett Golf
and Country Club.
This has been the best year
for golf at Peninsula as the
team finished in second place
behind Clark in Region II.
The Pirates had a 7-3 record
while the tough Clark squad
boasted an undefeated 10-0
record.
The championship held in
Everett Monday decided the
best team in the state. Green
River and Bellevue represented Region I. Clark and
Peninsula represented
Region II and Columbia
Basin played for Region III.
Despite the team’s impressive performance this
season, Art Feiro, Peninsula
athletic director, stated that
the varsity golf program may
be terminated.
“This year was a fluke,’’
said Mr. Feiro. “We’ve had
years when very few even
turned out.” Mr. Feiro said a
recommendation will be
made to drop golf from the
existing program, and to add
men’s and women’s cross
country.
This will involve more
people, both as participants
and spectators. The survey
taken at spring quarter
registration indicated a large
demand for varsity cross
country.
Leisure program offers variety
Peninsula College Athletic
Director Art Feiro and Intramural Director Nancy Bell
have been working hard
developing the leisure time
program that offers students
a wide variety of check-out
equipment and activities to
“take a break.”
Part of this program is an
outing that takes place every
Thursday. It is for any PC
student that would like to get
a little exercise, fresh air and
take a break from studies to
have some fun.
These Thursday events are
coordinated by Nancy Bell
and usually consist of hiking,
canoeing or whatever the
students enjoy doing.
This program began in
April, but has been
hampered by low participation because of bad weather.
Canoeing has been the
favorite as Nancy and a
group have been out several
times to Lake Aldwell to
canoe around the lake and up
the Elwha River. In a recent
trip up the river, Nancy and
two other students
overturned their canoe in an
effort to cross a swift
current.
A canoe trip was held
yesterday on Lake Sutherland and an educational
outing in which an
orientation on map and
compass reading is planned
for next Thursday.
Student participation is
needed to get these events off
the ground. Anyone interested does not need to sign up,
but simply be at the gym at 1
p.m. on any Thursday to
take part.
The groups thus far have
been small, but the program
has been successful. A schedule for June outings
will be out soon. Any further
information can be obtained
in Nancy Bell’s office in the
gym. Plans for the outings
are subject to change upon
student request.
Tennis team in tourney
The Peninsula College
women’s tennis team ended
its 1979 season by participating in the state tournament held May 18 and 19 at
Spokane Falls Community
College in Spokane.
Wendy Parks and Cheryl
Shaw teamed up in doubles
competition, with Shaw also
entered in singles. Both
qualified for the state meet
by placing third the previous
week in the Northern Division Regionals held in
Bellevue. Both are first year
players.
“Competition was very
tough at state,” said coach
Kathy Murphy. “The Northern Division representatives
didn’t fare as well as I had
expected,” she added.
“This, overall, is the best
team I have ever had. With
the addition of a few new
players next year, we will be
even more competitive.”
Next year’s team will
return all but two members.
Pirate Pete’s Pal
Tennis is her game
“What is fuzzy, white and
loves to bounce around?”
A tennis ball of course.
And who should know more
about tennis than Cheryl
Shaw?
Cheryl is one of the few
who has been chosen to
compete in the state tennis
tournament. PC has sent the
best tennis players to
Spokane to compete over a
period of three days, May 17-19 Cheryl’s final words
were, “we’re gonna do our
best.”
Cheryl is playing in No. 2
doubles and No. 2 singles.
Her partner is Wendy Parks.
This is Cheryl’s first year
at PC. In Chimacum High
School, she won the distinguished athlete award, and
was captain of the basketball
team. The Chimacum
basketball team won two years in state tournaments. Also in high school, she won a couple of tournament tennis matches. Cheryl said after PC she will go to Western Washington and major in physical education.
Open gym hours cut
By RICK ROSS
Many of Peninsula’s exercise and athletic enthusiasts have
been wondering, “what happened to open gym?” The gym
was open during evening hours on Monday and Thursday
nights winter quarter. It was reduced to just Thursday nights
this quarter and finally it was terminated. Why?
According to Athletic Director Art Feiro, gym usage drops
in the spring because of nice weather and outdoor sports.
The cost to open it at night is expensive, so it was closed.
Well, there was a large demand for its use during evening
hours. A dorm student, Greg Wilson, started a petition and
collected an incredible amount of names. Its purpose was to
convince Mr. Feiro that the gym should be reopened.
Although this petition was largely made up of people who
do not use the gym facilities, Mr. Feiro decided to give it
another shot. The gym was open last night and will be open
again Monday night.
This is merely a test to decide whether or not it will be
opened the remainder of the quarter. “There must be a
minimum of 15 students there, not including varsity basketball players, both nights, before it will be reopened,” said
Mr. Feiro.
He also explained that the money spent should be for
Peninsula students and that the gym should not be used as
play time for local residents. With participation dwindling,
this was partly the reason for its closure.
The gym belongs to the college, so why is it so expensive
to open twice a week? Mr. Feiro explains that the cost of
heating, electricity, water and a supervisor makes a sizable
dent in the budget as the school year nears completion.
Relay planned
A canoe-bicycle-run relay
is planned for June 1,
according to IM Director
Nancy Bell.
Entry fee will be a
contribution to the picnic
which is planned afterward.
Those interested should sign
up as soon as possible with
Nancy Bell.
Student Standout
PC’s military vets recognized
By DIANE HILL
President Carter proclaimed this past week Vietnam
Veterans Week, to recognize
nationally the contributions
and sacrifices of those
Americans who served in our
armed forces during the
Vietnam era.
So it’s fitting that The
Buccaneer recognizes two
individuals who served in our
armed forces during those
years, Monica Metzger and
Dick Krattli. Both served in
the U.S. Coast Guard and
U.S. Army for four years..
Monica Metzger was a
corpsman, stationed in Port
Angeles. She was discharged
Sept. 22. She was a model for
the coast Guard’s new
woman’s uniform.
Ms. Metzger was the first
woman to fly on an
emergency medical case out
ofCape May.
She was stationed in New
Jersey for three years,
working with new recruits
who were going through boot
camp.
‘‘I enjoyed being in the
service. I learned a lot about
life and how to treat
people,” she says. ‘‘Not
everybody is nice, however.
There is discrimination in the
service toward women. It’s a
lot better now, but I couldn’t
go into flying because it
wasn’t allowed when I went
in.” She says, ‘‘whereas it
used to take three years for a
woman to go into flying, it
now takes less than a year.’’
She recently was married
to Ted Daigle, AD-2 who is
also in the Coast Guard. She
plans to continue her career
in radiology.
‘‘If you plan to go in, do
your best, learn from everything you can and roll with
the punches,” she says.
‘‘There is a lot of good in
the service. You grow up a
lot. You can’t be in the
service and not grow up,”
she concludes. Dick Krattli was a VIP chauffer at the Pentagon. He
transported everyone ‘‘from
privates to generals and
senators, mostly military
personnel.”
Dick was an E-5, a specialist grade comparable to a
buck sergeant. He was also
stationed in Hawaii at a
training camp.
He is married and has two
children. He is planning to
continue his career in
optometry. He hopes to go to
Pacific University next year.
Marge Avalon to retire after 17 years at PC
By DIANE HILL
This quarter is Marjorie
Avalon’s last at Peninsula
College, for she is retiring in
June. ‘‘I am going to find
out what I like doing.” Miss
Avalon says.
Miss Avalon started teaching at Peninsula the year the
college opened in 1962. She
handled the annual and the
newspaper in its early years.
‘‘I do love this school and
I will miss the students the
most,” she says. I love
people who enjoy the simple
life,” Miss Avalon adds.
Miss Avalon was born in
Storm Lake, Iowa. She
attended Colorado College in
Colorado Springs, where she
majored in English. She has
taught in many schools
across the United States,
including Michigan and
Texas.
In 1943 she went overseas
for the Red Cross as a club
director during World War
II. Returning in 1945, she
attended the University of
Michigan in Ann Arbor. She
took some time off to work
for a publishing firm, at this
point, but realized she
enjoyed teaching and moved
to Tacoma to teach at Annie
Wright Seminary in 1951.
‘‘I realized that I wanted
to live in the Northwest after
coming to Tacoma,” Miss
Avalon said. In 1955 she
moved to Yakima, and
taught English at the Yakima
Valley College. She met John
Maier, the first president of
Peninsula, at Yakima Valley
College. He got her interested in Port Angeles and
invited her to come and teach
at Peninsula.
Miss Avalon has a masters
degree in English and ‘‘a lot
of experience in theater.”
‘‘Waiting in the Wings” was
one of the first Community
Players productions in which
she participated. She was one
of the local theater group’s
regular directors until she
gave that up several years
ago.
The first play she directed
and produced was, ‘‘Seven
Keys to Baldpate.”
“The thing that is unique
in this area is the Community
Players and the college’s
relationship. They both
profit from working with
those who have more experience,” Miss Avalon said.
“I have moved to a place
where I wanted to stay, and
the values of the people I
love are mine too,” Miss
Avalon concludes.
She will be honored Friday
evening, June 8, with a nohost dinner at Haguewood’s
to which faculty, students
and friends are invited.
Bookstore plans sale
The Peninsula College
Bookstore will have a spring
clearance sale Monday, June
4 and Tuesday, June 5. Just
about everything will be on
sale.
The already established
sale table will have more
books on it at greater savings
than before. The bookstore
has also just received a shipment of fine calculators and
watches that are now
available.
The buyback for spring
quarter used books will be
held June 15.
The bookstore’s new hours
are from 9 a.m. to 12:45
p.m. It is closed evenings.
Magazine on sale
Tidepools, the Peninsula
College literary magazine, is
now on sale in the bookstore.
The annual magazine,
which costs $1, contains
fiction, poetry, artwork and
photography by PC students
and faculty.
Final dance announced
The band ‘‘Cheyenne”
will be featured at the farewell dance for graduating
sophomores at Peninsula
College.
The dance will begin at 10
p.m., continuing until 1 a.m.
on Friday, June 1. It costs $3
per person. A college ID is
required to be shown upon
entry.
Committee appointed
The Peninsula College
Faculty Association appointed a committee to investigate
the recent hiring of a faculty
member, and a committee to
negotiate changing the
wording of the policy manual
regarding the hiring procedure.
The committee to investigate the hiring of Dr. Frederick Thompson to replace
Marge Avalon, who retires at
the end of this year, consists
of: Don Well, chairman; Jon
Livingston, Jack Estes,
Larry Welch and Ron
Crawford.
The committee to
negotiate rewording the
policy manual consists of:
Shawn Moore, chairman;
Ross Maloney, Larry Welch
and Jack Estes.
Music Theater to give show
The music theater group
will present a lunch-box
theater at noon June 12 in
the Little Theater.
It will consist of skits,
songs and a dramatic
reading, a tribute to Memorial Day and the veterans of
World War II, based on a
poem written by Walt Whitman. They also will present a
song written by Richard
McCoy, a local music
teacher.
Instructor Bonnie Graves
said the course will be
offered this summer. The
summer course will run
Monday nights from 7 to 9,
and anyone interested can
talk to Mrs. Graves.