PCC Courier, November 30, 1973

Carpool Plan Begins Two-Phase Solution By David Bust Assistant Managing Editor Students concerned about the energy crisis and overcrowded parking con¬ ditions at PCC may participate in a new “Share-a-Ride” program which starts Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 3 and 4. The carpool program resulted from the efforts of the Student Transportation Committee and an administrative panel -headed by*Dr. E. Howard Floyd, vice president of the college. After two one-hour sessions, members of the student committee and the ad¬ ministrative panel approved a two-phase program. Phase one. an immediate ride-sharing plan, would go into effect next week. Phase two. a larger and more organized program, would begin the first day of spring semester. Under the “Share-a-Ride” program, the PCC district will be divided into eight areas. These areas are Temple City, Arcadia. La Canada. Pasadena-Altadena east of Hill. Pasadena-Altadena west of Lake, South Pasadena. Sierra Madre and • El Monte. Starting with phase one. students in these eight regions who want to par¬ ticipate in a carpool must register at a special booth set up in the campus quad. The booth will be open on Dec. 3 and 4, from noon to 2:30p.m. Prospective riders and-or drivers will fill out an application containing class times and home location. All applications received then go to the Computer Services where tentative match-ups are made. Depending upon the number of applications, participants will receive a list of several possible combinations of drivers and riders. After the initial match-up is made, it is up to the students to finalize their arrangements. Students may choose or refuse any partners. The administration also suggests that students living within a mile of school either walk or ride a bike. Phase two is similar to phase one. The only major difference is the method of registration. Instead of asking students to sign up at a booth in the quad, each student will receive a carpool registration form with the usual class registration material . An additional benefit received with the phase two plan is a carpool parking pass. Although details concerning the pass have not been completed, the carpool parking stickers will provide a substantial savings to students participating in the program. Success of the “Share-a-Ride" plan depends upon student response. “Three years ago we tried a carpool program and it failed miserably," commented John Eikenbery, dean of student activities. However, according to Gil Robinson, chief of security. “Now, the time is right. With an energy crisis and crowded parking, people are coming to us (Security) and asking about a carpool program." Peter Vanderpass, a member of the student committee, added that three years ago there wasn't a severe fuel shortage. The energy crisis was the major factor in getting the carpool into existence, but there were other factors the panel considered. PCC has to fit over 6000 cars into approximately 2000 spaces. If enough students participate in the “Share-a-Ride” program, the problem would be eased. “Whether we get 30 .students or 3000 to participate,” said Robert Berger, director of computer services, “the program will be a success. If we can just make a dent in the problem, we’re a little closer to an eventual solution." —Courier Photo by Rosemary Weiner PCC COED Gayle Andrea Gorrell became Miss California Nov. 24. Her victory was the culmination of a childhood dream to be a pageant winner. Miss Gorrell, also a member of the 1973 Rose Court, will represent California at the Miss USA Contest next May. Gayle Gorrell Captures Miss California Crown PCC CouSU&v Vol. 36, No. 8 PASADENA CITY COLLEGE, PASADENA, CALIFORNIA November 30, 1973 Committee Conserves Resources Facing possible shortages of gasoline, electricity and natural gas, PCC is taking steps to fight the energy crisis. To cope with this problem, the college has formed an Energy Crisis Committee, chaired by Stanley Riordan. director of business services and staffed with top level ad¬ ministrative personnel. Committee members include Leonard Perry. Faculty Senate presi¬ dent : Leonard C. Knapp, director of building services; David Ledbetter, dean of instructional services; Don Williams, transportation services; and Burt Moffitt, chief engineer. Concentrating on what to do before fuel supplies run out, the committee is studying ways the college can con¬ serve energy. The committee discussed President Nixon's request to lower building temperature to 68 degrees. Turning the thermostats down in all college buildings was considered and rejected because, said Moffitt, “With the type of air-conditioning unit the school uses, it would not save any energy." PCX's air-conditioning system consists of a cooling deck and a heating deck. Both units are running con¬ stantly with room temperatures controlled by dampers opening and closing. Completely shutting down the central air-conditioning unit between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. weekdays, however, did meet with a positive response. In a brief test conducted last week, Moffitt shut down the air-conditioning system during these minimum use hours. The three-day test results in¬ dicated a total gas saving of between 15 and 20 per cent. Since the tests were not extensive. Riordan asked the maintenance chief to continue the testing for an additional three-week period. Moffitt also shut down all motors which he termed "unnecessary” during the late night and early mor¬ ning hours. The results indicated a five per cent drop in electrical usage for the day. Other actions suggested by the advisory board included reduction of campus lighting. Classrooms will not be affected, but hallway illumination may be reduced by half. A test is now being conducted in C Building to determine the practicality of the suggestion. For the duration of the crisis, a recommendation was made to turn off lighting on the tennis courts and outer perimeter parking lots after 11 p.m. Interior campus lights would remain on for security reasons. Committee members proposed eliminating night football games, unless daytime scheduling was not possible. Unanimous support was given to the new computerized carpool plan at Continued on Page Three SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS— The Chamber Singers, a select 27-voice ensemble under the direction of William Hatcher, will join the Concert Choir and the Sandpipers in their annual Christmas Concert Dec. 7 in Sexson Auditorium. The presentation features many popular holiday songs. Chavez Attends Student Meeting— Brings Home New Ideas, Concepts By Pam Beerer News Editor Joe Chavez, finance commissioner, represented PCC at the California Community College Student Govern¬ ment Association convention held Nov. 19, 20 and 21 at the Newporter Inn, Newport Beach. The association consists of repre¬ sentatives from all 98 community colleges in the state. Most colleges, even small ones, sent four or five representatives, while PCC, one of the largest, had only one. Smooth Organization Chavez said, “I was impressed with all the representatives. They are organized and know Robert’s Rules and all meetings ran smoothly. “Even though everyone had dif¬ ferent viewpoints, we all had one thing in common— student government. “I will do all I can to see that money is set aside each semester so at least four representatives from PCC can go. The money is peanuts compared to the information we can bring back.” Area Representative The association is governed by a central committee. Members of the committee are representatives from Red Cross To Help Veterans with GI Bill Benefit Delay An American Red Cross representa¬ tive is now available to counsel veterans concerning questions of eligibility and delay in GI Bill benefits. Georgiana Ridgeway, member of the Services to Military Families Committee, will be on campus in the Veterans' Affairs Office, C108, Thurs¬ days from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. She is working side by side with Margaret Anderson, senior clerk in the Veterans’ Office here. The American Red Cross maintains a unique relationship with the Armed Forces. A veteran can authorize Mrs. Ridgeway to check into his particular problems and often the file can be located and worked on within a few hours or days. To a veteran in school, whose only income may be the GI Bill money, a delay in checks can be critical. A move from one state to another or a misplaced file could cause the lateness. Before this new program was initiated, problems were handled through the Red Cross office on Madelin Dr. However, since 1800 PCC students are attending school under the GI Bill, the need to have someone available on campus was recognized. The Red Cross is now working on making the same assistance available to veterans attending evening classes. various geographical areas throughout the state. Chavez was chosen as the representative from PCC’s area which includes eight or nine other colleges. One of his duties is to meet with other area representatives on the committee throughout the semester. He will travel to different colleges and will also host the other members here. Workshops Popular Activities attended by Chavez in¬ cluded area and adviser meetings and workshops on political awareness, veterans’ affairs, health services, peer counseling, handicapped centers and the state of student government in general. Guest administrators and Anthropology Club Attends Meeting in San Francisco Fifteen members of the campus Anthropology Club leave today for the second annual Anthropological Sym¬ posium being held in San Francisco. San Francisco’s Theater of Fine Arts will host the symposium. Such notable anthropologists as Dr. Jean Goodall, Dr. Mary Leaky, Dr. Desmond Clark and Dr. Sherwood Washburn will speak at the convention. Dr. Goodall is probably the best known of the speakers for her studies on chimpanzees in Africa. The symposium will discuss the latest news and discoveries related to the field of anthropology. The PCC members leave late this afternoon for San Francisco. The symposium runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and PCC’s delegates return Sunday. The group is comprised of two faculty members and three students. The trip is partially financed by the Leaky Foundation and the ASB. This trip is one of numerous ac¬ tivities conducted by the Anthropology Club this semester. Coming is a Toys for Tots drive in the middle of December. The club also hopes to show the film. “The Battle of Algiers,” noted for its cultural insight, during the December extravaganza at PCC. A dream came true for PCC’s Gayle Andrea Gorrell last Saturday night when she was named the new Miss California. Miss Gorrell, the current Miss El Monte, outscored 42 other young women vying for the title at the Bilt- more Hotel in Los Angeles. The victory came as a complete surprise since she did not feel the judges were paying any attention to her. “This has been a goal of mine since I was a little girl. I used to watch the pageants on TV and hope that someday I would be up there.” The contestants spent four days at the Biltmore rehearsing, making public appearances and attending breakfasts and luncheons. During all this time judges made surprise visits. The girls underwent a meticulous inspection of their complexions, fingernails, teeth, poise and con¬ versational ability along with other personality traits. Miss Gorrell has been taking dan¬ cing lessons since she was four years old. Because of this experience, being in front of an audience did not bother her. She also felt as if the members of the audience were her friends since she had a contingent of about 70 sup¬ porters. In addition to her studies in art and interior design at PCC, Miss Gorrell works as a Wendy Ward fashion coordinator for Wards in Norwalk. A group of her students attended the pageant and lended their support with a sign saying, “Go Gayle! California or Bust!” The new Miss California will con¬ tinue her studies during her reign. The pageant director is concerned that none of the girls lets her duties in¬ terfere with her education. Miss Gorrell attended Arroyo High School where she was head cheer¬ leader and attended Girls’ State. She was also a member of the 1973 Rose Court and held the title of California Citrus Queen at the National Orange Show. She will represent California in the Miss USA Contest next May 18. Student Orators Enter Speech Contest Finals congressmen provided valuable in¬ formation. Representatives had the prerogative of starting their own workshops if desired. Chavez got one going on transportation and parking that turned out to be one of the most popular ones there. “Every college, no matter how small, seems to have problems,” he said. Other workshops instituted by the students themselves were on financial aid and child care centers. Lobbyist Wanted The main decision made at the convention was to hire a professional lobbyist to represent the wants and needs of students in Sacramento. Dr. Ray Gonzales, an educator and junior representative from the 28th assembly district, which includes Bakersfield, is in charge of hiring the lobbyist. “This person,” says Chavez, “will be a source of information for students as to what is happening in Sacramento.” These conventions are held bian- nually. The next one is scheduled for March. By Cindy Young Finals for the annual Davis-Hall Speech Contest, the oldest speech tournament in the state, will be held here Dec. 4. Chrystal Watson, debate coach and director of forensics, and student Jim Sayer are coordinating the event. The contest has been open to all Speech 1 students plus the entire student body. Preliminary rounds were held Nov. 26-29. All speeches were persuasive. Topics were unlimited, including social issues, morals, and student problems. Miss Watson, former Davis-Hall winner and holder of numerous national and regional speech and debate championships, believes that this contest gives those beginning in speech an opportunity to test them¬ selves and not “just regurgitate what you've been learning, but use it.” She believes it is “very supporting” if you make the finals. Each speech must be five to seven minutes long and extemporaneous. One 4x6 card of notes is permitted. Entrants use one speech through all rounds. A panel of 15 students, chosen at random, will judge the finals, begin¬ ning at 8 p.m. next Tuesday. Dr. Harold Salisbury, head of the Com- GRADUATION LIST The tentative list of candidates for graduation Feb. 2, 1974, is now posted on the bulletin board outside C206. Students should check name and spelling and report any addi¬ tions or corrections to 008 prior to Dec. 7. Holiday Program in Sexson Features Chorale Groups The combined choirs of Pasadena City College will present their annual Christmas concert for the public on Friday, Dec. 7 at 8:15 p.m. in Sexson Auditorium. The free concert will feature the 100-voice Concert Choir, the Chamber Singers and the Sand¬ pipers. The Sandpipers, under the direction of Stennis Waldon, will perform popular Christmas songs, and will feature the music of Rod McKuen. They will be accompanied by Jim Vessiny. percussionist and Phil Crowley, bass. Antonio Vivaldi’s “Gloria" will be the major choral work presented by the Concert Choir, under the direction of William Hatcher. Written in the early 18th Century, this edition, prepared in 1941. has become one of the most popular baroque works for chorus and orchestra. Soloists for “Gloria” include sopranos Judy Niemack, Cindy Limb and Nancy Anderson. Contraltos are Carol McMahon and Monica Mazurek. The orchestral parts will be supplied by members of the College- Community Orchestra! The Chamber Singers, a select 27- voice ensemble, also under the direction of Hatcher, will perform a varied fare of a cappella music ranging from the 16th Century to the present. Compositions will include the music of Hand], Morley, Brahms, Warlock and selections from the most popular carols. The Concert Choir will conclude with “Hosanna to the Son of David” by Gibbons, “O Jesu mi Dulcissime,” a double-chorus motet by Gabrieli, and Christmas carols. munication Department, will present the awards. The contest originated in 1907 with the Davis family and the Hall family of the J. Herbert Hall Co., jewelers of Pasadena and Santa Ana. Monetary awards will be presented to the first three places, with a gold or silver medal from Hall’s being presented to the winner. The finals are free to the public, and refreshments will be served. The event will be held in C346. Extravaganza Features Live Entertainment Planning for the biggest celebration in the history of PCC is finally com¬ pleted. The “Toys for Tots" extravaganza, a plan conceived by Gene Vasquez, ASB president, is a project involving the entire student government, faculty and administration of the college. “After months of planning, the enter¬ tainment schedules are full, the bands committed and the admission prices fixed. Beginning Dec. 12 at 3 p.m., the celebration will feature plays, displays, club booths, movies and a Battle of the Bands. The displays, booths and Battle of the Bands will continue on Thursday, Dec. 13, and last until Friday morning, Dec. 14. Friday evening from 7 to midnight, the featured attraction of the ex¬ travaganza will take place. A concert in Sexson Auditorium with live en¬ tertainment including Azteca, a rock group; Christopher Blue, a locally famous harmonica player; the Ice House Blues Band, and a performance by the winner of the Battle of the Bands. The original concert plans, scheduling the Ike and Tina Turner Revue, had to be changed. Financial problems were the reasons given by Vasquez for the switch in groups. “I got a lot of pressure from various members of the student government as well as the faculty." said Vasquez. "They just didn't want to risk all that money on one concert.” Concluding the festivities on Dec. 15 is a magic show in the morning, a banquet in the afternoon and a dance in the Campus Center on Saturday night. Tickets for the concert cost $3 per person in advance or $4 at the door plus a toy. One ticket and a toy are good for admission to all four days of activities. Students planning to attend the week-long festival may purchase tickets at Ticketron. Campus Center, and the PCC Bookstore.