Lion's Eye September 27, 1979 Vol. XI, No.3 ‘Write To: Awarded MOST’ IMPROVED NEWSPAPER and BEST NEWS COVERAGE for 1978-79 by the Press Association of Commonwealth Campuses. BAilor oo ass an Harry MacCartney BRE pn OE Janet Alwang Opinions expressed in the Lion's Eye are not necessarily the views of the University, Administration, Faculty, or Students. Letters, comments, and editorials are welcome. THE LION'S EYE Penn State University Delaware County Campus Media, Pa. 19063 REPRESENTED FOR NATIONAL ADVERTISING BY CASS Student Advertising, Incorporated 1633 West Central St. Evanston, Illinois 60201 September 27, 1979 (Photo by Harry Mal arlney) Smile! It's Fall Registration. ID Pictures were part of the agenda for many registering students. HOT LINE TO HARRISBURG BEST OPEN MON THRU FRI 9 AM TO 9 PM OPEN SATS ALL DAY 328-5678 AUTO TAG . 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Nevertheless, many are concerned about the energy crisis, economic pro- blems, and the global balance of military power, the survey said. Since 1975, Psychology To- day has compiled data from na- tional surveys of high school seniors. The survey included questions on the values and at- titudes of the students. Of near- ly 17,000 seniors completing the survey this year, about half of the students indicated that they will enter college for four vears. The questionnaire covers a wide range of personal, social, and political issues; including the students’ plans and aspira- tions, attitudes towards work and material possessions, perspectives on national pro- blems, and views of the money game, politics, and ‘‘the system.” All together, the report provides a profile of this year's college freshmen: The Class of 1983. Common goals of many of the surveyed students include having a stable marriage and family life, a steady job, and a comfortable amount of money. Many of the students are look- ing forward to being active in community affairs and perhaps politics. For generations, Americans have felt as though employ- ment is nothing more than a means of making a living. to- day, many freshmen are con- cerned about choosing a job that offers advancement and a - secure things, Ni=any Ail sn IE By Chuck Jackson future. Freshmen are most concerned about having an interesting career that is worthwhile to the betterment of society. ; During their senior year in high school, two-thirds of the graduating class held paying jobs - more males than females. Females more so than males were concerned about material such as fashionable clothing and entertainment and leisure activities. Although a large percentage of women entering college want to have children, the fact that so many college-level students reject the idea of the full-time housewife most certainly reflects the impact of the women's liberation movement. Differences -in results between Continued on Page 8 Complaints Department Freshman Registration - Mass Confusion Have you ever felt distress- ed? I did when I pre-registered for Fall Term classes at the Delaware County Campus. First off, 1 was told that I had already missed the summer counseling and advising pro- gram. The program is intended to aid freshmen in the selection of courses for their first term in college. That was strike one! Then, when I was ready to pre-register, I discovered that the Mass Communications/- Journalism counselor was unavailable at the time; so another freshman and I, both Journalism majors, found ourselves being advised by an instructor unfamiliar with the Journalism curriculum. He in- formed us that we had to take a language course, Sociology of the Family, or a Humanities course. When 1 finally felt organized, 1 turned in my course cards. When 1 later received a Mass Communica- tions/Journalism requirement sheet, I realized the counselor had suggested courses. the wrong ed area of the Delaware County Campus. ; ; (Photo by Donna Curran) The new Library/Learning Center will overlook the beautiful wood- That was strike two! Finally, I figured I must see someone in the Records Office to get this matter straightened out. They explained that there were no openings in the courses that I am required to take to meet the eligibility re- quirements for my degree pro- gram, After unsuccessfully try- ing to get squeezed into several classes, I eventually got into a Math, Journalism, and English course. I had to pay $6.00 for drop/add because of an un- necessary mistake. This was strike three, and I'm called out - wondering. After I eventually got my schedule worked out, I went to my Math class, still somewhat distressed with the whole system of Freshman Pre- registration. My car also broke down dur- ing this time! What next? —George Hatton \ Keystone Society News Continued from Page 1 ed with the sale of All-U Day football tickets for the Nov. 3 game. Plans at University Park for the weekend include the traditional football game (vs. Miami University), a dance/ disco, and a banner contest. The event is designed to pro- vide all University students with the opportunity to become acquaintged with the main cam- pus. Students from all of the Commonwealth Campuses par- ticipate. | BTL ES 2 — Carolyn Horning
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