Oilport Awareness Day
Carter asked to oilport parade
A Peninsula College oilport awareness group is waiting to learn whether President Carter will come to Port Angeles later this month. Carter will be in Seattle Nov. 30. The group would like him to come to Port Angeles that day for an Oilport Awareness Day parade and rally. If Carter won’t come, the event will be moved to Nov. 31, according to Matt Young, the group’s leader and a PC freshman from Sequim. The oilport awareness group has mailed petitions asking the President to visit Port Angeles to community colleges across the state. Young, and ASC representative, said he contacted the State Democratic Party office about the visit and is waiting to hear whether Carter will come. According to the Democratic Party office, Young said, his group’s request is one of 100 by Washington citizens and communities. But the state democratic Party office also told him that six of the president’s s eight hours in Seattle haven’t been planned, Young said. Carter isn’t the only celebrity Young’s group is seeking. The oilport awareness group is also trying to get Jacque Cousteau and other celebrities as speakers at the rally. The rally will take place after the parade in the college parking lot. young explained that the parade will have separate sections for people who are for and for those against the oilport. At the rally, there will be speakers in favor of the oilport and speakers opposed to one. “We would like him (President Carter) not to make his decision from a distance, to talk to the people, get their feelings, and then make a decision,” Young said. “Seeing PA may just affect Carter’s decision,” he continued. “He sees the issue with Northern Teir’s eyes–they’ve bought votes in the House and Senate. This area should have an input in what will affect it, and the oilport will affect it–economically, socially, and environmentally,” Young said. Young explained that although his group is working with No Oilport, it’s 15 members include people for and those against the oilport. “The Oilport Awareness Day isn’t just an attack on Northern Tier,” he said. “As far as our organization goes, we’re trying to be as unbiased as possible. We feel the community is confused about this issue. They’re looking for leadership. We feel they don’t have the leadership right now to stand up for what they feel is right. We’re going to try to set an example and hope that the local residents will participate.” He pointed out that Northern Tier has invested $20 million in lobbying congress, although a Northern Tier vice president said that it’s not “lobbying” perse but “discussing” the matter with federal agencies and congressmen. “Citizens don’t have that type of money, and we feel we’re not getting a fair shake,” Young said. “We don’t believe that, as citizens of the U.S., we’re being treated right,” he concluded.
Writers to share work, ideas in workshop
Have you ever wanted to be a great writer but didn’t know where to start? The Writers’ Workshop starting Nov. 13 may be your answer. Coordinated by English teacher Dr. Fred Thompson, the Writers’ Workshop will be a continuing study session to encourage writers. Students will read each other’s work and discuss it. The workshop will meet every other Tuesday at 3 p.m. in the PUB. Students should take an example of their work to Thompson by 10 a.m. Nov 13 so copies can be made for the other students. “I really want to encourage people to come out,” Thompson said. “It’s not necessary for people to be great writers to participate, but in order for this to function, they must have something to share.” He stressed that this is an informal way for students to improve and develop their writing. Thompson said, “I’ve seen some things already and they’ve been good. I want to repeat that there needs to be a lot of people, so we have a variety of work to look at.” He feels this will be a good outlet for writers and people who want to learn. Thompson is also advising the literary magazine, Tidepools. “I feel there is enough interest in a literary magazine that we shouldn’t let it die. I see the Writers’ Workshop as an attempt to stimulate literary accomplishments that may be useful for a magazine.” he said. The workshop will not necessarily be related to the Tidepools but may generate interest for it.
Studium Generale
Studium Generale was scheduled to present the Seattle Brass Ensemble in the Little Theatre Nov. 8. The ensemble featured two trumpets, a tenor trombone, a French horn, and a brass trombone. The musical selections presented were in the styles of Renaissance, Baroque, 20th century, and special arrangements in Ragtime. Studium Generale will present two representatives from the Olympic Game Farm of Sequim on Nov. 15. The representatives will speak on endangered species of wildlife and will show photos. Debbie Philbrick, a member of the Green Peace People, will explain the plight of the whale.
Jim Lunt, drama coach, directs a rehearsal of the college play, “A Wind Between the Houses.” The play is set for next Friday in the Little Theater. – photo by Chris Vandelius
Cal Mogck speaks on franchising
Cal Mogck, of Cal’s Western Auto, presented the advantages and disadvantages of owning a franchise business in a talk to the Mid Management Club on Friday, Nov 2. He said that the franchisor will research a location and establish it if it is financially worthwhile for the business. Franchisors provide proven products and national and local advertising. many franchisors provide initial and follow-up training as well as schools for training. Proven procedures are available to the franchisee and often loans are available from the franchisor. The disadvantages are that the franchisee must have the necessary capital before the franchisor will make loans, restrictions on methods of operation, a limited profit margin, and limited representation of business. The franchisee is also limited as to the product lines to be sold. The Mid Management Club features a guest speaker every other Friday at 10 a.m. in Room 11. The next guest speaker will speak on Nov. 16.
Scene around campus
Judo students limping from the classroom… Tall, dark, handsome, and normally prompt English prof rushing to class late… Vandalism in men’s bathroom… Trick or treating in dorm with stemmed glasses in lieu of candy snacks… Expensive textbooks protecting hairstyles during downpour… PC buildings in process of new facelift… Students in first year Spanish class unknowingly spewing obscenities through mispronunciation… Students looking “their best” at Halloween costume dance.
Editorials
Plant-lifters make all of us losers
There is a plant-lifter or two in our midst. Plants have been pilfered from the PUB-much to the ASC’s dismay. Sure, these plants are nice decorations for your home or a nice gift for a friend. They’re free, aren’t they? After all, it doesn’t cost you anything at all. Except the risk of getting caught. That’s where you are wrong, folks. Those plants cost us money-$100. You may not realize it, but the money that is used to replace these plants is taken out of our ASC funds to replace the plants, we probably could use the money for other thigs. the plant-lifters are not only depriving us of our plants but our money, too. Come on, people, the plants are put in the PUB for all to enjoy, not to steal! – Diane Pagel
Carter would be wise to visit city
A group of Peninsula College students, led by freshman Matt Young, is waiting to hear from President Carter. He will be in Seattle Nov. 30 and has been invited to an oilport awareness parade here in Port Angeles. The question is: Will Carter come? It would be a wise political move for the President to come to Port Angeles. If he comes, he could boast taking an active step toward meeting the energy problem by visiting a proposed oilport site. Also his visit would imply that he is a “down to earth” fellow who cares about the folks who might be stuck with an oilport. Yes, even the president is concerned about having a humble image. Carter is the type of President who does things like visiting small communities. For example, he did consult Pennsylvanian middle-class families on national issues. He has lived with middle-class families. he stayed a short time on a Mississippi steamer. But if Carter acts according to political wisdom in all cases, he probably won’t oppose an oilport, wherever it is to be located in Washington because of the nation’s demand for gasoline. And if the Port Angeles site has the most national support, he’ll support it. most Americans wouldn’t be too thrilled to hear the President won’t act on a recommended oilport proposal. It’s sad, but most American are more concerned about having enough fuel than whether a small community, far away, keeps its natural beauty, fish, and clean water. The whole thing boils down to politics. But Matt Young is right. Carter should see this area and its beauty and talk to local citizens before he decides anything. maybe the natural beauty could affect his decision. Then again, it may not. But Carter shouldn’t make the decision from a distance. – Dave Mason
Counselors’ Corner
Hoppe, Mair join staff – By Patti Clarke and Ruthe Rasmussen
The Student Services office has added two new members to its staff.
JIM HOPPE
Jim Hoppe, known around Student Services as “King of the Coffee Pot”, works on a part time basis counseling minority students. he is single and a graduate of Washington State University, with a BA in Zoology and Anthropology. While Hoppe was enrolled at WSU, he worked at the Ozette Archeological project here on the Peninsula near Neah Bay. “I’ve been kicking around the Peninsula for quite a while,” Hoppe remarked. After graduation he worked at the archeological site full time for a year and then moved up the coast to Neah Bay where he taught “a little of everything and probably learned more than I taught.” he laughs. Hoppe explained that “the community was real good to me.” Hoppe finds counseling “rewarding” and is available from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Student Services. A GED night class in Neah Bay, an Adult Basic education night class here on campus, and a night class in Sequim completes Hoppe’s weekly schedule. he “can’t say ‘no’ to GED” classes. “People are so pleased with themselves (their accomplishments),” he said. Hoppe enjoys any and all kinds of fishing. he enjoys skiing in the winter and “warm, sunny beaches” in the summer. He spends a lot of time in the “west end” of the Peninsula and “still spends most of the summer on the beach.”
LEONA MOON MAIR
Leona Moon Mair is the new secretary to Dean of Students, Art Feiro. Mair is a former PC student, now married with two little girls, Melanie and Naomi, and a teenage foster daughter, Sheree. One aspect of her job that Mair particularly enjoys is doing things for the Athletic Association of community colleges and Booster Club. she gets to see the schedules, so she knows what is going on with sports here and throughout the state. Mair was enrolled in the Nursing program. however, she met Robert H. Mair at church and dropped out of school to marry. She received her liberal arts AA degree from Fresno City College and worked as a secretary to finance her education. In high school she also worked as a secretary half days. “I really like secretarial work,” she said. Mair works full time in Student Services and teaches a homemaking lesson before church one Sunday per month. Her husband is a full-time student at PC and works part time. When asked what they did with their free time, Mair laughed and replied, “We haven’t run into that problem yet!” Mair and her husband did not enjoy working different jobs and different shifts so they went to work as houseparents in a private school in Fresno, Calif. For 16 months they cared for six autistic boys in their home. The boys ranged in age from six to 16. Mair explained that autistic children are emotionally disturbed, generally withdrawn, and sometimes destructive. She said they could exhibit numerous symptoms, including not speaking and echolalia (the automatic repetition by someone of words spoken in his presence.) Mair said that “it was hard, but great!” She went on to explain that it was hard to face facts-that not every child would progress but that some would reach a plateau and improve no further. Also, that sometimes there would be a “glimmer” of response that would then fade away, she said. The Mairs disagreed with the school’s policy of negative reinforcement, so they left the houseparent position and moved to Port Angeles. They worked at a girl’s home in Port Angeles for a year “so we could work together”. Mair seems to be constantly involved with children. She worked for the Boy Scouts of America in Seattle for two years between high school and college. When the Boy Scouts needed a leader here in PA and called Mair for help, “I couldn’t say no.” and she had a Cub Scout troop for two years. Mair is presently enrolled in Math 101, which she manages to fit into evening hours and occasional lunch hours. she hopes to take Accounting 152 next quester and ultimately would like to get her VA in Accounting from the University of Washington. She said, “I regret not channeling my energy after high school into a four year-degree so that my time away from my children now would be more financially rewarding.”
Fisheries students peer into trays containing salmon eggs to check for newly hatched fish. – photo by Chris Vondelius
Freshman Randy Rains carries skeleton to library. – photo by Chris Vondelius
Coach eyes league playoffs
A young, hardworking, and well-balanced team is what new Pirate basketball coach Tim Fryer will be dealing with to help obtain his early season goal. “I feel it is important to set goals,” Fryer said, “and mine is to make it to the league playoffs.” So far, Fryer has been impressed with the practice sessions and is “pleased that the guys are catching on so quickly.” The first week’s schedule consisted of scrimmages, fundamentals, and conditioning drills as Fryer began shaping up his team. The remaining weeks of practice will continue with more of the same, and additional time will be devoted to offensive and defensive patterns. Fryer plans on running a post and a double-post offense, while concentrating on a man-to-man and a pressing defense. He would like his team to run the ball and press some on defense, “so the goys have to be in shape.” With three weeks of turnout concluded, the coach has cut the original roster of nearly 20 down to 12. For team leadership, fryer is counting on Scott Wheeler, a 4-foot, 4-inch guard and the only returning player from last year’s team. “Scott has had a full year of experience, and that’s worth quite a bit,” said Fryer. Filling up the remainder of the roster are J.D. Angiuli, Doug Bancroft, Dave Klock, Wade Le Roux, Mike Lux, Jeff McCauley, bob Mildenhall, Michael Price, Glenn Sande, Roy Wark, an Paul Woolpert. The Pirates open the season on Nov. 23rd at Skagit Valley.
Pirate Pete’s Pal
Kids, sports mix
Pam Beard is interested in small children. First-graders to be exact. that’s why she’s majoring in education. “First-graders are so eager to learn,” says Beard. “They’re also interesting to watch.” This is her second year at Peninsula College. Beard intends to become a teacher. She has been taking classes related to this future career. Next, she intends to go to Western Washington university to pursue a master’s degree in teaching. She was a first-grade aid at Franklin Primary School here in Port Angeles for the past two years. But she does not confine her activities to the classroom. Beard also participates in Intramural basketball, summer league slowpitch, and is a cross-country skier when she is not handicapped by a torn tendon, as she is now. Beard has had her share of sports-related injuries. she was fitted with a cast this summer for a ligament torn during a baseball game. Beard also plays for the volleyball team. The team has great potential according to her but needs a little more teamwork.
Fry takes close one
Intramural flag football has wound up for the fall quarter with an exciting season ending finale. French Fry’s II and the Lifers clashed to declare a champion. In a contest that was a close one all the way, French Fry’s II came out victorious with a hard-earned 21-14 victory, which gave them th championship crown. Two new IM sports have opened recently–one-on-one basketball and co-ed volleyball. One-on-one basketball has 24 individuals entered, 12 men and 12 women. Three warm up matches will be held to familiarize the players with the rules. This is a single elimination event, with the first player to reach 20 points being the winner. Co-ed volleyball also will hold warm-up matches to help players learn the rules as well as to show referees the correct calls. There are nine teams on the volleyball roster, and they will hold a double elimination tournament.
PC average poor
Peninsula College’s volleyball team had a poor game average this weekend, but according to Nancy Bell, the coach, the team is learning more and more. A double-header was played here Saturday, November 3. The first games were played against Clark on a best 3 out of 5 basis. PC lost the first 13-15, won the second 15-9, and lost the next two 8-15 and 6-15. The next set of games was played against Centralia on the same day. PC lost the first 14-16, won the second 15-9, lost the third 11-15, and lost the last game 10-15. The team played exceedingly well, despite the scores, according to Nancy Bell, coach. The coaches from Clark and Centralia agreed that the PC team had greatly improved since its first matches there. Nancy Bell also said that the team is showing much better “judgment” and is working more like a team. The final games will be played next Wednesday at 7 p.m. against Grays Harbor there, and against Lower Columbia here at 2 pm on Nov 17.
Outdoor ed class starts
An outdoor education class has been started by Ron Crawford and Nancy Bell. The first two classes will be lectures that will cover usage of equipment, camping first aid, and purchasing of proper boots and other materials. These two lectures are mandatory and will be given Nov 14 and 19 at 3 pm in room 17. Classes are: basic hiking and campcraft, map and compass, winter travel, avalanche hazards, beginning cross-country skiing, ski touring, rock scrambling, snow climbing, and crevasse rescue.
WOIS has a career for you – by Vicki Wagner
