PCC Courier, September 28, 1984

Voter Registration Pushed on Campus POLITICAL SIGN-UP — Student Kelli Artinian, at left, answers questions as student Eric Bauer, at right, fills out his voter registration form. At center is Sam Sagamonian, political science professor, who organized the campus sign-up campaign to encourage students to participate in America's decision making process. — Courier photo by Mike Luna By Lorene Rosen News Editor Approximately 500 students regis¬ tered to vote last week when political science classes offered forms and in¬ structions in the quad. “Voting is a habit like brushing your teeth,” said Sam Sagamonian, political science professor. “Once you begin to do it, you never stop.” Voter behavior studies show nearly half of eligible 18 to 34 year olds are not registered to vote. Once they register, Sagamonian said, they generally do vote. That is why we participated in the League of Women Voters’ Taking Charge campaign which targeted younger citizens. The Student Nurses Association will continue the registration effort on cam¬ pus between Oct 1-5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. “As student nurses interested in our professional organization, we be¬ lieve nursing is more than giving direct patient care,” said Tammy Haywood, SNA-PCC vice-president. “It is being involved with all issues that affect humanity.” Nursing club members also plan to remind registrants to vote by calling them and putting up posters. “Our goal is to be sure all of the approximately 240 nursing students are registered to vote plus as many other students as possible,” Haywood said. SNA-PCC members presented their local voter registration resolution to the state and national associations which adopted it, creating a national campaign. Historically, the nursing profession has been involved in issues impinging on human life,” said Roberta Cole, SNA-PCC faculty adviser. “It actively supported passage of the Social Secur¬ ity Act in the 30s and Medicare Insur¬ ance in 64. We try to be politically smart and use our influence in every way we can,” Cole said. “Voting affects the human condi¬ tion,” Haywood said, “and we’re com¬ mitted to getting as many people as possible involved in the decision mak¬ ing process.” Questions Answered, 'Hotline' Is Available Citizens eligible to vote must be 18 years old by election day and California residents. A student can register himself by filling out a short form and mailing it by Oct 9. No stamp is required. Forms are available at the post office, library, fire stations, DMV and most city and county offices. Registration in California is perma¬ nent. You do not have to vote in every election to remain registered. Reregistration at least 29 days before an election is necessary if some¬ one moves, changes their name or political party. People cannot register someone else. Each person must sign their own form. If voters must be away election day, they can apply for an absentee ballot from the Registrar-Recorder’s office. A permanent absentee voter status is available for those whose mobility is impaired. Call the Registrar-Recorder for further information. The League of Women Voters in¬ formation “hotline” is 381-6411. PCC COURIER Hairstyles Make Fashion Statement See Photo Essay pg. 6 VOL. 59, NO. 2 PASADENA CITY COLLEGE. PASADENA, CALIFORNIA SEPTEMBER 28, 1984 Statewide Student Group Formed Student Trustee Supports Concept By Lisa Lowery Editor-in-Chief Joseph Serrato, student trustee, has been working with other community college representatives to develop a statewide independent student associa¬ tion. At the first Sacramento meeting, funded by the state community college chancellor’s office, student represent¬ atives organized the electorial process of an executive board, which would consist of students enrolled in one of the participating community college regions. A mission statement and a name, California Student Association of Community College (CSACC) also was adopted. The purpose of the association is to organize a student voice in Sacramento in order to officially represent com¬ munity college students to all levels of Speech Bouts Coming legislative branches and other or¬ ganizations which deal with issues af¬ fecting student opportunities. The de¬ velopment of study and communication methods were presented at the meeting in August. Financing and by-law writ¬ ing committees were established and will be meeting before Nov. 15. A chairperson and two vice officers were appointed, and a meeting struc¬ ture was developed. Regional repre¬ sentatives will meet on a .quarterly basis. From the regional meetings, elected or appointed officers will meet bi-annually, and the organization will have a its executive board meetings once a year. CSACC is open to all 10 regions as well as individuals whose regions choose not to participate. Serrato sub¬ mitted a plan for a telephone tree communication method, enabling the various regions and individuals to keep in contact and up to date. “Now we will be dealing at the state level with the chancellor’s office,” Serrato said. The telephone tree will allow the organization to provide the chancellor with positive student input, “if we have an issue to address at the state legisla,. e,” Serrato said. Although two other localized student associations exist, Serrato said he fa¬ vors the structure of CSACC. The stu¬ dent lobby, based in Sacramento, and the Los Angeles Collegiate Council (LACC), which includes universities, have attemped to unite students on issues pertaining to higher education, but have not gained the backing of the chancellor’s office as CSACC has. The LACC, formed in 1981, Serrato said, “is interested in any college that wants to join.” LACC includes four- year universities and requires dues. CSACC is strictly formed for com¬ munity colleges. “We must realize the viability of an organization like this,” Serrato said. If the organization had been formed when state legislators were dealing with tuition, students may have had a say, Serrato indicated. Active on Campus Serrato has also been busy with the campus associated student organiza¬ tion. During the summer, he spent much of his time at the campus center preparing the AS ofice for incoming members. Serrato serviced the AS computer, making opperational the software programs pertaining to the AS budget and activities. Forensic Skills Tested ‘Now we will be dealing at the state level with the chancellor’s office.’ —Joseph Serrato JOSEPH SERRATO Students Vie for Rose Tournament Participation By Lauretta Joyal Staff Writer Student participation in PCC foren¬ sics activities requires adhering to a regular, strict practice regimen. In return, there are ample opportunities during the school year for students to test their abilities in intercollegiate competition. According to Joseph Probst, director and coach of the forensics team, “Fo¬ rensics is intercollegiate competition in speech, designed to promote com¬ munication between people.” Student speakers take part in several important tournaments annually. The most significant, said Probst, is the Lancer Tournament sponsored by PCC Biola Hosts Seminar Speech demonstrations will be presented at Biola University Satur¬ day, Sept. 29. The seminar will in¬ troduce forensic newcomers to what actually happens at tournaments. Students and teachers will demon¬ strate speeches in 14 catagories includ¬ ing debate, current events and liter¬ ature. The event is sponsored by Pa¬ cific Southwest College Forensics As¬ sociation. “If you want to learn what forensics is all about, this is a perfect op¬ portunity,” said Toni Johnson, student forensics assistant. The trip is free and transportation will be provided. No reservations are required and the bus leaves from in front of the Forum at 8:00 a.m. “Plan to bring a lunch so you don’t miss any sessions and expect to return about 4:00,” Johnson said. each November. Other notable events include both a statewide and national meet for community college students. At forensic tournaments students can participate in a variety of areas. Impromptu and extemporaneous speaking are two events that assist in developing organizational skills along with the ability to think quickly. Oral interpertation promotes the utilizing of ones creative and artistic perceptions. Persuasive and informative speaking are additional areas in forensics. According to Probst, “the PCC fo¬ rensics team has a lot of potential this year. We have eight returning students from last year. Four are now in the junior division, and four are in the senior division.” Many people have the talent for forensics, said Probst. “People with little or no experience at all often become more competitive, because of their willingness to learn.” Probst encourages the beginners. “When a person first tries his hand at forensics, he competes in the novice division, giving him plenty of time and experience to become the best.” Probst has been on staff at PCC for 11 years, and forensics director for five years. His background in forensics includes a year of high school compe- tion, and four years of team competi¬ tion at California State University, Long Beach. After college, he coached the team at the University of Wiscon¬ sin, Oshkosh for two years. “If a person is interested in dealing with other human beings and also wants to experience the excitement of competition, then forensics is the ac¬ tivity for him,” said Probst. By Kim Baldridge Staff Writer Over a thousand young women from the Pasadena area flocked to the Tour¬ nament House (formerly the Wrigley Mansion) last weekend to compete in the initial tryouts of the 67th Rose Queen contest. The month-long search for the seven member Rose Court has begun. The nine member Queen and Court Com¬ mittee of the Tournament of Roses Association has started the selection process which will culminate with the Coronation Luncheon on Oct. 25, 1984. The judges will be looking for the girl next door. “Tournament Rose Queens must have natural poise, beauty and personality,” said Bob Johnson, chair¬ man of the Oueen and Court Commit¬ tee. “The young women are evaluated BAND AUDITIONS BEGIN Participants for this year’s Rose Parade band will be selected Sun¬ day, Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday Oct. 14 from 9 a.m. to noon. Five minute auditions in K100 will consist of scales and sight reading. All musicians, including junior and senior highschoolers, are welcome to try out. In addition to the parade, the band will perform at the Rose Howl and compete in the annual Band Festival on Dec. 30. on academic standards, speaking abil¬ ity, charm and personality.” The Rose Queen and Royal Court will reign over the 1985 Rose Bowl Game and Parade on Jan. 1. The Queen and Court will also serve as representatives for the Tournament of Roses through¬ out the year. They will attend numer¬ ous social functions including over 80 events from October through January 1. High school seniors and full-time college students in the Pasadena Area andCommunity College District are eligible to compete in the Rose Court contest. Each contestant must have By Lorene Rosen News Editor The 47-year-old Tuesday Evening Fo¬ rum Series has dropped “Evening” from its title and changed its focus to meet the needs of senior citizens, said Mariann Loniello, associate dean of instruction at PCC. More than 200 people attended the first Tuesday Fo¬ rum this week when Whittier College President Eugene Mills discussed Elderhostel living and learning. During the thirties and forties, often more than a thousand people attended vibrant discussions on issues of the period, Loniello said. In recent years, the travelogue showcases have drawn only a few hundred people, mainly seniors. fulfilled these requirements. «Maintain a 2.0 grade point average for the current and previous year’s course work. «Be 17 years old by Dec. 1, 1984 and not more than 21 years by Jan. 2, 1985. «Be an unmarried female, not previously married, and agree not to marry before Jan. 2, 1985. All contestants must have attended the first judging session where acontes- tant’s application was filled out. The four rounds of competition will be held at the Tournament House at 391 S. Orange Grove Blvd. Each woman who participated in the first round received an invitation for herself and The new series, offered as a non¬ credit course, presents free programs dealing with topics of current concern to older citizens. The change in time to 3 p.m. allows participants the safety of daylight hours and moving from Sexson Auditorium to the Forum provides con¬ venient free parking in an adjacent lot. After class, visitors may socialize at the cafeteria which continues last years tradition of offering a complete hot dinner for $2.75. The meal is avail¬ able to everyone. Greg Jackson, a PCC instructor, counselor at Cal State Northridge and private consultant, will present Deal¬ ing With Difficult People at the Oct. 23 Forum. When people complain about problems and feel there is nothing they an escort to the Royal Ball, Friday, Sept. 28 at the Pasadena Center. Two hundred fifty girls will be in¬ vited back to compete in the quaterfinals Saturday, Sept. 29. Ap¬ proximately 50 young women will be selected to participate in the semifinals on Thursday, Oct. 4. Twenty-five Royal Court hopefuls will gather Thursday, Oct. 11 for the final selection session. The Royal Court will be announced on the southern steps of Tournament House Monday, Oct. 5 at 9:30 a.m. The Rose Queen will be announced on Oct. 23 following a Royal Court weekend in Balboa with the judges and their wives. can do to remedy them, it’s because they don’t understand their own partic¬ ipation or their rights in the matter, Jackson said. The session will address some typi¬ cal assertion problems for seniors, discuss interpersonal dynamics and of¬ fer possible solutions. "People tend to want to win arguments,” Jackson said. “That means someone has to lose." The purpose of this class is to show people how they can acknowledge dif¬ ferences and create the possibility of communication so that everyone wins. Future Forum subjects include myths and realities of sexuality, insur¬ ance and taking charge of ones life in later years. Registration can be ac¬ complished by calling 578-7261. Tuesday Forum Changes with Times