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As we begin another term at Capitol Campus, it is relevant to turn our
thoughts to subjects relating to the campus, academic and otherwise.
In the last edition of the C.C. Reader, the Book Store was the subject of a
"Student Service Series." It should be noted, however, that the consensus of
stndents is that the Book Store actually provides a disservice. A poor selection of
items, narrow aisles which do not permit the comfortable passage of two people
simultaneously, and exorbitant prices are a few of the biggest problems, some of
which may perhaps be attributed to insufficient shelf space.
Unquestionably, though, the biggest problem with the Book Store is its
manager, William E. Kistler. It seems to many that Kistler prides himself on
making his miserable presence known to all-.employees and customers alike. His
crude habits of embarrassing his employees by chastising and scoffing at them in
front of customers is unprofessional as well as downright uncalled-for. And by
declining to be interviewed and refusing to be photographed by the C.C. Reader,
Kistler once again demonstrated his almost total uncooperation and inconsider
ation to those around him. It is instances such as these that cause many to regard
him as a totally disagreeable old man. Indeed, he doesn't even have the time of
day for many people; after all, that would require talking in a friendly tone of
voice.
In an effort to combat Kistler's incompatibility with human beings, students
should make all future purchases in the Book Store as few and far between as
possible. And when it is necessary to patronize this establishment, students
should pay solely with pennies. By doing this, we'll see how Kistler likes the shoe
on the other foot: the students being uncooperative and working in opposition to
him for a change
The disappearance of several stop signs and other road markers indicates the
lack of maturity in those students who regard the signs as nothing more than
swell souvenirs or room decorations. The removal and disfiguration of these signs
Volume 14, No. 1 April 2,1981
c.c. reader
Published biweekly by the students of The Capitol Campus of The
Pennsylvania State University in Middletown, Pennsylvania.
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informed about their campus community; [2] to provide editorial comment on
issues facing the campus community; [3] to serve as a forum for student poetry,
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Book Store: Incompetent Management?
A Penny For Your Thoughts, Kistler
Vandalism: Sign Of The Times ?
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Thursday, April 2, 1981
should be halted immediately, because a serious accident could result from a
motorist's inability to see--and properly obey-their instructions.
Also, the breaking of windows, primarily in the doors of the Main Building,
must be ceased. Not only is the shattered glass a health hazard, but it detracts
from the building's appearance, especially when the damage is in the front.
Students are asked to remember that when they commit an act of vandalism,
the cost will eventually be paid by them, through university funds. So vandals
take note: the money you save will be your own.
The growing amount of debris everywhere on campus does not say much for
its inhabitants. The amount of litter on campus has been increasing more rapidly
than Randy Lerch's E.R.A., and students must make an honest attempt to stop
this filthy habit before it is too late. Please dispose of your litter properly: a clean
campus represents clean occupants.
The nationwide shortage of peanuts, created by the severe drought conditions
last summer, has made peanut butter a rarity. That is, everywhere but Capitol
Campus. The innovative uses created for peanut butter in the Dining Hall are
definitely to be marveled at. Peanut butter icing on any and all kinds of cake,
peanut butter ice cream, and peanut butter "brownies" are among the most
ingenious.
What is remarkable, however, is not the uses of the peanut butter, but rather,
the source of it. How is the Dining Hall able to consistently obtain such large
amounts of the stuff, when the rest of the civilized vrarld cannot afford enough to
make a few sandwiches?
A new alternative to peanut butter is currently being marketed, in lieu of the
peanut shortage. This new substitute is sunflower seed spread. If worse comes to
worse, and the Dining Hall is unable to obtain its usual outrageous supply of
peanut butter, we dread the thought of sunflower seed substitutqs with our
meals. Peanut butter cake is bad enough: sunflower ice cream is gomg too far.
Ugh!
The operation and maintenance of WNIYR, Capitol Campus' student radio
station, is made possible by the hard work and dedication of several members of
the staff. Through their efforts. WNDR has grown into a radio station which is
entertaining as well as informative.
However, the audience is nowhere near as big as it should be. For instance, a
WNDR deejay recently commented that during his three-hour show one evening,
he received but one phone call requesting a song. This lack of participation by
students is deplorable.
Students are urged to tune in to WNDR--630 on your AM dial--to hear good
music, while at the same time keeping abreast of C.C. activities. Remember,
WNDR is your radio station: it's the only station you'll ever need.
There is an ongoing problem concerning Meade Heights residents which
should be brought to the attention of Housing and Food Services officials.
Namely, it is the "Suds City" laundromat located on Weaver Avenue.
To have but one laundromat--consisting of six washers and six dryers-for the
entire population of Meade Heights is hard to understand. The situation is
especially questionable when compared to the dormitories, where the same
number of washers and dryers is provided in each building. The result is that,
while dorm students can do their wash virtually any time they wish, Meade
Heights residents are frequently forced to wait in line. Indeed, on Fridays and
Saturdays, the crowds are reminiscent of Beaver Stadium on a Saturday
afternoon in the fall.
In addition to the obvious deficiency of the amount of washers and dryers,
rarely does a week go by when at least one machine isn't broken. Granted, some of
the breakdowns can be attributed to abuse by students, but the machines should
be checked regularly for problems. This does not seem to be the case now, since
broken washers sometimes go unrepaired for days at a time.
Since "Suds City" is now open from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily, it would not
be feasible to request that it be kept open more. After all, who would want to do
his wash at 3:00 in the morning? The answer, if at all possible, would be to install a
second laundromat on the far end of Meade Heights. The erection of "Suds City
II" would cut down considerably the inconveniences that presently exist.
A Litter-ary Topic
At Least It Won't Stick To The Roof Of Your Mouth
Wake Up—lt's 630 AM
A Total
Washout
C.C. Reader
--William J. Neil
--Dave Caruso