Jan Travers/Editor
Let Us Get to Know You
As the summer of 'B7 becomes nothing more than a
memory, we return once again for that physical and mental
anguish we call school •
With this issue we celebrate the start of the second
year of reorganization at the Capital Times. The first year was
spent with a small dedicated staff putting out an issue every
three weeks. We weren't big but we were dependable.
This year we'd like to give you more for your money.
We'd like to expand the size of each issue as well as increase
the number of issues. However, before we can do this we must
have your cooperation. We need more writers from every
major and every experience level. Think about it.
Involvement is an important part of the college expe
rience. While I'd be thrilled to personally welcome you to the
student newspaper, I also recognize there are many different
ways for you to get involved at Penn State Harrisburg.
Without a doubt, we all know we are here for one
reason—to get our degrees. But even to the best student, school
can become boring if the only activity attributed to it is
studying.
By taking part in activities available, you have a
chance to meet new people, gain new interests, and use social
izing skills. But the best reason is that it is FUN. Because as
the saying goes, "All work and no play..."
Think about giving the rest of us a chance to get to
know you and appreciate your talents. If you get involved on
campus and then you decide it's not for you, at least you can say
you gave it a shot. What do you have to lose?
e Capital Times will hold their
st meeting of the new year on
ursday, August 27 at 12 noon
Room W-129. Everyone is
vited.
Excellence in Student Journalism
Awards Announced
The Capital Times has created an awards program to
recognize student journalists.
"Excellence in Student Journalism Awards" will be
presented at the end of each semester to the three top entries.
• An appointed panel will review each issue of the the
student newspaper and choose the three best submissions
that appeared during that semester. The winners will be
awarded certificate.s of recognition and a monetary prize—
First place, $5O, Second place, $25, and Third place, $lO.
This program is open to all students of Penn State
Harrisburg. Staff membership is not a prerequisite for
consideration for an award. Look for details of this program
on the bulletin boards or in the Capital Times office room
Capital Times
Campus Clubs
The following clubs are active on campus. Club offices are in the
Olmstead Building, room 216.
Professional Clubs
Business Related:
• Association of Student Accountants...promotes the understanding of
the accounting profession.
• Beta Chi...sponsors business education films and field trips to
bridge the gap between academic and professional work.
• Capital Marketing Club...fosters professional relationships between
students and business persons, sponsors field trips and guest lec-
tures.
• Data Processing & Management Association (DPMA)...fosters com
puter awareness and career preparation in computer related
fields.
Engineering Related:
• American Society of Mechanical Engineers...promotes the advance
ment and dissemination of knowledge of the theory and practice of
mechanical engineering.
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers...promotes elec
trical engineering, electronics and radio, and professional develop
ment among the electrical engineering technology students.
• Society of Automotive Engineers...focuses on the engineering pro
fession by sponsoring guest lectures, field trips, and student
engineering projects.
• Pennsylvania Society of Professional Engineers & Contrac
tors...stimulates professional thinking among engineering
technology students.
Communications Related:
• Capital Times...the student newspaper, provides the opportunity to
gain practical journalism skills.
• Capitalite...The Penn State, Harrisburg yearbook.
• Tarnhelm...The College arts magazine. Published each spring, Tar
nhelm contains photographs, fiction, poetry, graphics and art
work.
• WNDR...offers hands-on experience in operating a radio station.
Professionally Related:
• Delta Tau Kappa...promotes scholastic achievement and the ad-
vancement of the social sciences.
• International Affairs Association...promotes the understanding of in
ternational relations and sponsors the annual Penn State, Har-
risburg Model United Nations.
• Black Student Union...provides educational and cultural programs
for students and the community.
Social & Service Clubs
• Pi Sigma Chi...conducts community service projects to assist the
student body, the University, and the community.
• Chi Gamma lota (XGl's...provides moral and scholastic support to
ex-service personnel and sponsors community service projects at
local hospitals.
• Graduate Student Union...promotes communication and a sense of
community among graduate students attending the College.
• Lion Ambassadors...are goodwill ambassadors for the College and
the University.
Residence Living Clubs
• Resident Student Council...promotes goodwill among students living
in the residence halls and advises the residence living program
staff in matters pertaining to residential life.
• Meade Heights Community Council...promotes cooperation and
understanding within the campus residental community, acts to
improve residential life, sponsors programs that enhance student
interaction, and promotes community spirit and service among
Meade Heights residents.
• Married Student Union...offers service, support, communication,
and activities among and for married students. .
Religious Clubs
• Capital Christian Fellowship...gives students the opportunity to
share meaningful time and experience with other Christian
students.
• Chi Rho...is a socially oriented service club that provides various
services to the Harrisburg area through food drives, visits to the
elderly and educational programs.
• Catholic Campus Ministry (CCM)...sponsors the celebration of the
Eucharist each Sunday at 2:00 p.m. in the Student Center. Social
activities, service projects, adult religious education, and private
counseling are provided through CCM.
Recreational Clubs
• Capital College Roadrunners...guest lectures and road runs are the
main events for the CC Roadrunners.
• Cheerleaders...promote school spirit at athletic events.
• Outdoor Club...sponsors a variety of programs including ski trips,
white water rafting, day hikes, and bike hikes.
• Photo Club...provides students with the opportunity to learn the
basics of black/white and color photography.
• Tennis Club...provides instruction and the opportunity to participate
in on-campus tournaments.
Student Government Related Clubs
• President's Council—consists of the presidents of each club on cam
pus. Its purpose is to act as a liaison between student clubs and
organizations and the student government association.
• Student Union Board of Governors...conducts social programs for
the student body.
Aug. 24, 1987