HAZLETON COLLEGIAN
PUBLISHED 81-WEEKLY
BY THE STUDENTS OF THE HAZLETON UNDERGRADUATE CENTER
EDITORIAL ADVISOR MISS THERESA SCARNECCHIA
BUSINESS ADVISOR MISS MARY L. DAVEY
CO-EDITORS: ASSOCIATE EDITORS:
F. X. Fatsie G. M. Tomsho Dan Wargo Edward Wizda
SPORTS EDITORS: BUSINESS STAFF:
Leon Baden Ramon Saul Business Manager .. Carmen Stanziola
FEATURE EDITORS Advertising Mgr Joseph Wersinger
Aaron Marsh Gerald Hassel .. c , . r
Circulation Manager Edward Grega
STAFF WRITERS:
James Moran, Siegmund Knies, Jr., ASSOCIATES:
Louis Kerchbaumer, Lorraine De- Joseph Fisher, Bernard Dvorscak,
Joseph, Rose Deitch. George Sipida, Donald Smith.
Many words have been written relative to the condition of the
game room, and many more will be written until the students act in
a manner which is becoming of ladies and. gentlemen. Most of the
students are accustomed to making the best out of a bad situation;
but, that trait is sadly lacking in the general behavior thus far. Time
and time again the students have been told about keeping the game
room clean; however, the filth, the dirt, obscene language, and mis
use of the furniture goes on. The game room committee appointed by
the council is hampered by the lack of funds and therefore cannot
supply suitable facilities at this time; but no co-operation from the
students is forthcoming.
As you have no doubt noticed, there are blackboards in the game
room. What is written on these blackboards? All one can see are
meaningless pictures, jokes that are strictly from hunger, and a lot of
senseless chalk marks. True, a student may work a math problem
on the board; this is all well and good, but at least he could have the
grace to erase it when finished.
The record player has been installed, and records have been ob
tained, but if the" machine and records are to be abused as they are
now, it would be much wiser to do without them.
The COLLEGIAN does not know what action can be taken to
bring the students to the relization that the game room is a place of
rest and recreation and not a sink-hole for your refuse, but if its use
could be denied to all except those wishing to make purchases at the
store, the COLLEGIAN would advocate it.
Here are a few suggestions that could be carried out-funds permit
ting: Cover the blackboards with celotex or some other composition
material. This could serve a dual purpose; it would eradicate a sore
spot, and serve as a bulletin board; thereby, relieving the congestion in
the upper hall. Maps, pertinent publications, and. other items of gene
ral interest could be posted; this would make it look more like a college
game room instead of the club room for the local sheet-iron gang. Bet
ter and more adequate furniture could be installed, and the whole room
brightened up.
These are but a few of the things that should be done. Perhaps
they are impossible; if so, then it is up to the students themselves. If
the students will not act in a fitting manner, the game room will con
tinue to be a black mark upon the school; it is up to you. Think it
The first twelve weeks of the semester are over; for most of us it
has been a rough and crucial period. The marks are now in, and we can
sit back and take inventory. We know what is expected of us in the
various subjects of our curriculum, and also know just about what we
can do. Most of us; out of school for some years, have done a wonder
ful job. We have proved that we are serious in our desire for higher
education, and can be an asset to our school and country.
Besides scholastic achievements, we have not been idle in extra
curricular activities: HUC has held two parties that have been great
successes; the glee club and band are rounding into great shape, the
Dramatic Club is laying its plans for an active program; the girls’
sorority has planned extensive activities; a fraternity is in the making,
we can expect a banner year in sports, and last but not least, ye olde
fish wrapper (The Collegian), is showing some semblance of becoming
a newspaper. Yes, take a look at the record, it is one we can be
proud of.
What is the reason for our success? Is it because of the leadership
of Mr. Goss, the great work of the faculty, or the work and co-opera
tion of the students? No, it is none of these, but a combination of
all three —a spirit of co-operation that has brought out the chaos and
bewilderment of those early October days, an organization that acts
with efficiency and dispatch.
We are over the hump; but before us are greater heights that must
be scaled, greater obstacles to surmount. Can we do it? The Collegian
feels that it can be done. We have shown our strength and initiative;
we have shown that we can co-operate, and with the last twelve weeks
to look back upon, we cannot fail.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
CONCERNING THE TURKEY TROT
I don’t know whether it is a carry-over from army life or high
school days, but the conduct of the students during the program that
was presented at intermission, certainly was not befitting of college
students. Either the students or their guests are at fault, but, never-
A SUGGESTION
OVER THE HUMP
HAZLETOM COLLEGIAN
Personality Sketches
MR. RICHARD K. COBURN
Mr. Coburn is the most recent ad
dition to our teaching staff. He re
signed a teaching position at the Uni
versity of Maryland to come to the
HUC to teach Mathematics this fall
semester.
He was born in 1920 in Salt Lake
City, Utah, and is a Mormon. He
graduated from the Utah State Agri
cultural College in 1942. At present,
he holds a B. S. degree in Mathe
matics, and is working for his Mas
ters degree in Physics. Among his
many accomplishments, he is parti
cularly proud of the fact that he was
Intermountain Ping-Pong champion
for two years. ”
For those of you who think that
the HUC is devoid of any glamorous
personalities, Mr. Coburn was a
“cloak and dagger” man in the U. S.
Army Counter-Intelligence Corp. He
spent some time in Washington, D.C.
as a special agent, and then left for
overseas service where he continued
in that capacity.
His main ambition is to finish his
Ph. D. work in mathematics and be
come a college professor.
He likes the “Mountain City” very
much and would like to make his
home here.
Mr. Coburn’s opinion of an ideal
woman is one that is “Tall, good
looking, blonde, doesn’t drink or
smoke, and has a college education.”
Concerning the students now en
rolled here, Mr. Coburn said, “In
spite of the fact that most of the
students have had their education in
terrupted by the war, they are mak
ing a serious effort to make the best
of the advantages of the opportunity
afforded them here at the center.”
Like many of us here, the happiest
moment of his life was when the
Army no longer considered him
essential.
LYN ROWLAND
Lyn is one of the more ambitious
and energetic, members of the stu
dent body. He is very active in school
social functions. He was president of
ihis freshman class And has served |n
the Student Council for two terms.
Lyn was born in 1928 in Hazleton.
He graduated from the Hazleton
High, and entered the HUC in fall
semester of 1945.
His childhood ambition was to be
a chemist; but after being subjected
to the “rigors” of the lab., he decided
to be an electrical engineer instead.
When he isn’t busy studying, he
spends his time dancing, horseback
riding, and hunting.
When asked his opinion of an ideal
date he replied, “A girl who likes to
dance and one who directs her atten
tion to her escort.”
MISS MARGARET E. CAMPBELL
Hazleton Undergraduate Center is
fortunate to have as librarian, Miss
Campbell, who is not only capable in
her position, but who possesses an
understanding of the G. I. student—
and understanding that she acquired
during her period of service in the
Waves of the United States Navy.
Miss Campbell was born in Lan
caster County, “The Garden County”
of Pennsylvania. Her earliest ambi
tion was to become a lawyer.
After her graduation from Marys
ville High School, she attended Buck
nell, where she obtained her M. A. in
English
Miss Campbell has taught in East
Donegal, Lititz, and MarpleNewton,
Pennsylvania.
In March of 1943, she entered the
United States Navy, and was sent to
Smith College at Northampton, Mass.
Upon completion of her course at
Smith College, she was given the
rank of Ensign.
Miss Campbell served at the naval
bases of Norfolk, Va. and Seattle,
Washington. When asked the highest
rank she attained, Miss Campbell re
plied, “At the time I retired, I was a
theless, unnecessary noise and other distractions did exist while the
program was being presented
And also, the dance lost some of its "color” when a few gentlemen
came wearing sweaters instead of the prescribed suits. The two dances
undoubtedly were a success, but due to the failure of some to comply
to rules of conduct, they still resembled a “nightly shindig” rather
than a college affair. —A STUDEN7
Lt. J. G.” Her “retirement” came
on December 8, 1945.
She commenced her duties at the
Center at the beginning of the pre
sent semester.
Our library, which was certainly
in a “sad state,” has begun to pro
gress under her efficient direction.
Miss Campbell fully realizes that a
good library is a college necessity.
ELEANOR MORAWSKI
Eleanor’s sense of humor, and her
ability to give and take a joke has
made her popular with both the male
and female members of our student
body.
This modest, petite lass was born
in Hazleton in May, 1927. Her child
hood ambition was to be a chemist.
She graduated from the Hazleton
Senior High School in 1945, and en
tered the HUC in the fall semester of
that same year.
She is at present continuing her
study of chemistry with the ultimate
hope of someday becoming a famous
research chemist.
Eleanor has been an active mem
ber of the student council for the
past two semesters. Last semester
she ably served as secretary of that
organization. She is also a member
of the girls’ corority, the Omega Chi
Tau.
Her opinion of an ideal date is “A
boy who is intelligent, has a good
sense of humor and a Pontiac car.”
JOHN L. APICHELLA
“Appie” needs no introduction to
the students of HUC His exploits on
the gridiron and under the basket
during his high school days have
made him well known to all. An
amicable manner and a reputation of
good sportsmanship have gained him
many friends on and off the field of
sports.
Born in Hazleton in 1924, his earl
iest ambition was to become an In
dian scout. He attended Hazleton
High School where he graduated with
the class of 1942.
Soon after his graduation, he left
Hazleton to accept a government
position in * Pearl Harbor, Hawaii,
where he remained for one year.
“Appie” entered the army in 1944.
He participated in the campaign of
North Africa and Italy. After spend
ing twenty months overseas, he re
turned to the “States” to be dis
charged in 1946.
John entered the Center this sem
ester where he is now majoring in
physical education. His ability as a
basketball player has been recog
nized by Mr. Rudman and “Appie”
is playing forward on our team.
When asked his idea of an ideal
date, he replied, “I like a girl who is
over 20, slim, blonde, and likes to
dance.”
NANCY W. ROW AND
Nancy, besides being one of our
most attractive co-eds, stands very
high in scholastic standing. Her quiet
personality and splendid manners
have made us all happy to have her
as a friend.
Miss Rowand was born in Phila
delphia in the year 1928. Her child
hood ambition was to become an ar
chaeologist.
She graduated from Hazleton High
School with the class of “46’,’ en
tering the Undergraduate Center at
the beginning of the present semes
ter.
Nancy is majoring in medical tech
nology. Her present ambition is to
become a laboratory technician.
When asked to give her conception
of an ideal date, Miss Rowand re
plied: “I like a fellow who is well
mannered, and can dance.
“Truer words were never spoken.”
Ah, but true words leave hearts
broken!
Truth is only for the wise .
Lovers ought to stick to lies,
POET'S POINT OF VIEW
After tracking down stories, dig
ging up news, and arguing with the
re-write man, a reporter sometimes
wonders whether it is really worth
the effort. It is in times such as these
that our erst-while members of the
fourth estate get lyrical and senti
mental. Instead of nonsensical dood
ling, this is what we sometimes find
on our scratch pad.
Wherever I may wander
On the face of this broad earth,
When I hear the soft rain falling,
It will call to mind your mirth.
Should I see a gorgeous sunset,
Nature’s most dramatic flair;
It won’t be just a sunset,
But a picture of your hair.
If I glimpse the crimson wine;
The be-ribboned noble sips,
The wine will live and speak to me
To tell me of ycur lips.
And when life’s sand clock’s emptied
And I write my final score,
To enter eternity,
Your face will close the door.
H= =l= *
The words came easy to my agile
tongue;
Too easy perhaps, for I spoke
them often
To those less worthy of their
benediction
When I was to speak to them.
I took them and made their mean
ing cheap
With replitition, often without
thought,
Words which too often are a fer
vent prayer,
Became to me a form of flattery.
Now the words: “I love you”
Cannot find their way
Past lips that uttered them so
often;
For Darling ,every syllable’s
new
I’ve never said them with my
heart before.
* *
CHRISTMAS—I 942
I am far away this Christmas
From things I love so well
And will not hear the Christmas
carols,
Nor the ringing Chjlstmas bell.
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No holly wreath before my door
No tree in splendor bright,
No snow to change the barren
ground
To a pure and reflecting white.
Still I wish a Merry Christmas
To those I can’t forget;
my mind’s at peace this Christ
mas Eve,
My heart is with you yet.
Library Notes
Recently we heard some students
complain that at times there is no
student librarian on duty just when
they want to check out a book. We
don’t blame you for being annoyed.
If you’re in a hurry to get to class,
naturally you want to be waited on
at once. But you don’t understand
why a situation like that occurs.
In the first place, we do not have
enough student librarians to man the
circulation desk at all times. If any
one is interested in working a few
hours a week in the library, please
leave a copy of your schedule with
Miss Campbell. Even when someone
is on duty, he or she occasionally
leaves the library to pick up the mail,
put up notices, etc. Ordinarily, the
circulation desk will not be without
someone to help you for more than a
few minutes. If you can be just a
little patient, you will be taken care
of.
Are there any magazines you
would like to see in the library that
we do not at present subscribe to?
If you have a hobby or some special
interest, perhaps there is a magazine
that will help you to develop it. Or
perhaps there are magazines that you
like to read just for relaxation.
Girls, do you like Vogue and Ma
demoiselle? Fellows how about
Esquire and Saturday Evening Post?
Just write your choices on a piece of
paper and leave it at the circulation
desk.
“‘Jazz’ is intoxicating music,” says
a poet. This is quite probable when
one remembers that syncopation is
just a quick movement from bar to
bar.