PAGE 2 New Thoughts For A New Year Somehow I feel I must say it: Welcome back, Behrend! There seems to be quite a bit to say, considering it is so early in the year. First, I have to admit that the Kissinger affair certainly was a grand one. Mr. Kissinger and all of the rest of the top names in volved kept the evening, as one attendant put it, "mercifully short" and to the point. That was greatly appreciated on my part and I'm sure, the part of the others present. It was an en joyable evening and certainly a successful one, considering the positive publicity given the event by the Erie Times. It was a very fine way to kick off the Capital Campaign for Behrend College. Secondly, I'd like to comment briefly on the "Big Switch" to the semester system at Penn State. This extra time to finish assignments and the shorter class periods are both welcomed changes. I haven't heard a single student complain about the change. Frankly, I can't find much to complain about. (Trust me, I'm still talking about the semester changes). Thirdly, I must add that the freshman class seems to be ex tremely enthusiastic this year. It has been a great help to me, per sonally, since I have the pleasure of working with some of these great minds on the Collegian staff. They have already proved to be a great deal of help in filling the many vacancies left by last year's crew. In reference to my first point about the kick off for the cam paign, we found Bryce Jordan and particulary.his wife, Jonelle, to be very cordial and seemingly concerned with Penn State and Behrend. They were both very happy to give interviews and field questions from our reporters, even those questions that were a bit touchy. That's a quality not often found in those who hold office. In closing, we welcome any and all input to the Collegian, or the NEW Collegian, as we like to think of it. We are, or should I say "I am" very happy to have the opportunity to start over again this year. With the help of our new advisor, Bob DiNicola, we hope to pull it all together this year. Wish us luck. And so it goes, until the next issue... Behrend Collegian Assistant Editor: Risa Glick Business Manager: Rod Luery Sports Editor: Joel Campbell Photo Editor: Steve Nesbit Elizabeth Gillian Donald Gwizdz Dave Harrington Michael Kitchen Edward J. McCloskey Thomas Miller Justin Panson Mailing Address-Behrend College, Station Road, Erie, Pa. 16510 Office-Student Offices, Reed Building Office Phone: 898-1511 Ext. 221 Opinions expressed by the Editors and staff of the Behrend Collegian are not necessarily those of the University Administration, faculty, or the student body. From The Editor By Claire DeSantis Editor: Claire DeSantis Staff Lisa Pavadore Cynthia Stipancic Sarah Tamilin Margaret Tomczak Ann Weunski William Whitney THE BEHREND COLLEGIAN Kissinger C On Jetliner A feeling of success seemed to pervade the Penn State- Behrend campus following the kick-off celebration for the Capital Campaign and Behrend's thirty-fifth anniversary. The dinner included an in formative talk by Dr. Henry Kissinger, former U.S. Secretary of State. Most recently, Dr. Kissinger has been appointed by President Reagan to chair the National Bipartisan Commission on Central America. Kissinger discussed three specific topics in his speech: the shooting ' down of the Korean jetliner, the Middle East, and Latin American situations. Mr. Kissinger felt that the act itself, although deplorable, could have been explained simply by admitting that it was the product of human error. He felt that the incident was "reflective of the brutal com mand system" in the Soviet Union. In other words, those who shot the plane down would have had difficulty ex plaining to their superiors that an unidentified plane passed through Soviet territory without any action being taken. The Soviets, explained Kiss inger, had ample opportunity to explain the situation and have chosen not to do so. This is why Kissinger feels that, although the incident was "brutal and callous," the Soviet behavior since that point has been even more Music Notes Multi-talented Barbara Bailey Hutchinson has been a profes sional musician for ten years. She brings her many skills to Penn State-Behrend's Reed Cafeteria on Monday, October 3 at 8 p.m. An accomplished vocalist, pianist and guitarist, she performs contemporary acoustic pop to light rock music. She has opened for many popular artists including Kenny Rankin, Loudon Wain- Music Notes Students relax in Behrend Lobby. omments Incident abominable. The Soviets had repeatedly said that the Korean jetliner was, indeed, a "pre-planned intelligence mission." "They have to know this is an outrageous lie. No sane per son would do such a thing. This would be preposterous," stated Kissinger. At the time when Kissinger spoke, the United States had not yet heard from the Soviet Union in reference to this matter. Soviet President Yuri An dropov had been the head of the Soviet Secret Police (KGB) prior to being named president of the Soviet Union. He actual ly held no part of the Soviet policy making until his ap pointment. Kissinger raised question as to his ability to handle the situation due to his age and speculated that possibly Soviet legislation was being made by the military at this point. He felt that that prospect might be. a bit frightening. "Soviets have temptation" (to use nuclear weapons) and "may be willing to substitute domestic issues for foreign. policy." Kissinger stated that the Soviets seem to think they can "out-maneuver us and phase us out." He also noted that the Russians have more tanks in Libya than NATO does. He closed this issue out by saying that the shooting down of the plane is a "sobering event" and the United States "must not permit exploitation of the crisis—it must be ready to negotiate." wright 111 and Maria Muldaur, and has two albums to her credit, as well. Her own words best express what the audience can expect at her performance . . . "Music is my life. I want to 'take it to the limit' . . . if there is one." Her appearance is sponsored by the Penn State-Behrend Student Union Board. The public is in vited. Admission is free. SEPTEMBER 29, 1983 Electronic Information Center The new electronic information center located in Bookstore Mall is provided to your campus in conjunction with the Bruner Broadcasting Company of Texas. The BBC of Texas is a "new" company located in Grand Prairie, Texas. 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If you have any questions, please contact: Larry Markley, Director, Col lege Network Bruner Broadcasting Company of Texas 1106 North Highway 360 Grand Prairie, Texas 75050 214-988-9122 Top Of The Hill Club by Sharyn Phillips Do you want to find common ground, meet people, find a sup port group or commaraderie? Everyone is invited to the Top of the Hill Club meetings held on Thursdays at 12:15 in the Reed Seminar Room. The club tries to give consideration to the problems of "non-traditional" - students such as financial aid, study areas and social events. New problems and ideas are being brought to the meetings and students are finding out how to deal with them or fin ding solutions to change them. Student organizations can make changes in conditions on campus. This organization can help make college life easier and more pro ductive for the older student and the returning student. Stress, study habits, single parenting, financial aid, advising and scheduling are all areas that students must deal with. The Top of the Hill Club is dedicated to helping in these areas. One upcoming weekend being planned by the club is specifically designed to aid the returning stu dent with all the problems he or she faces when starting college. Watch for advertisements about "Building the Foundations." To find out more about this club, come to the meetings or con tact the officers: President, Marge Tomczak, Vice President, Kathy Senita, Secretaries, Judy Bush and Chris Wolfe, or Treasurer, Carolyn Conway.
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