Page 4 — LION'S EYE — September 20, 1991 1st BSL Meeting Very Successful By David Clements, Jr. On Sept. 3, the BSL had their first general meeting, and it turned out to be a success. The BSL has planned a lot of different activities for the entire student body to get involved in, such as cake bakes, bowling party, etc. For the African-American students, we are bringing back the Big Brother /Sister-Little Brother/ Sister program. This will be a very big semester for the BSL. If anyone wants to join, look for the flyers that are posted before a meeting, or ° contact any officer in the Lion’s Den ~ in office D for further information. Chef Boy-ar-dee? Delco’s own Dr. Peter Georgopulos cooks his specialty — barbequed frankfurters. Photo by: DIANA MICERI Survey Investigates Views On Cultural Diversity By James Doolittle On October 7th through the 11th, the Office of Student Programs and Services will sponsor the annual Cultural Diversity Week here at PSU Delaware County. The purpose of the programs and activities scheduled for the week is to help us become more aware of the culturally diverse world we live in. In a recent survey, a number of PSU Delco students and faculty were asked what “cultural diversity” meant to them as they looked ahead to the Cultural Diversity Week. Many responded that cultural diversity was the different and Advanced Technology Center to be New Home for Computing Facilities By Chuck Spector The Penn State Delaware County Campus has previously composed a plan for a new building to be — constructed on campus. Designed and named, the Advanced Technology Center construction plan has already been approved for the campus since we have, at this time, seventy percent of the funds needed. However, a cite location study is still being conducted. This new building will hopefully allow all of the campus computing facilities to be located there for student and faculty use alike. By INCF Sponsors Free Car Wash In September By Frances Callahan Campus Ambassadors and Nittany Christian Fellowship will sponsor a fund raising car wash on campus on Saturday, Sept. 21. The car wash is free, and funds are raised through pledges from family, friends, faculty, and staff. Of the total funds collected, half will be donated to the Leukemia Society of America in honor of Mike Rhodes, son of Public Relations staff member, Marianne Rhodes, who is now recovering from a bone marrow transplant. The other half will support the two groups, neither of which receives any other funding. The Campus Ambassadors will sponsor these events during the term: October: a hayride and bonfire at Linvilla. Orchards, with hot dogs, marshmallows, cider, and cookies. November: the annual can food collection to feed needy families. ~ December: Grams sales (send a secret message attached to a candy cane). ‘Campus Ambassadors serve Penn State with pride and inspire others both on and off the campus. The Campus Ambassadors are looking for new members, so if you'd like to join, see Marianne Rhodes in Room HIE. | Candy-Cane-O- transporting our computer capability to the Advance Technology Center it would in turn free room space in the main building, such as rooms 203, 214, 215 and also the engineering drawing laboratory. Since Boeing is the lead supporter of this project, they are receiving the title of the laboratory which will be dedicated to Boeing Helicopters Composite Material Program. Funds were also received from Bell of Pennsylvania, so- in turn part of the building will also bare their name. The current plan for the Advanced Technology Center is only one floor. Although Mr. Ed Tomezsko, Campus Executive Photo by: DIANA MICERI Officer, has been conversing with Senior Vice-President Grubb about making the building capable of adding an additional floor, whether immediately or not. So for that reason, the plans are being sent back to the architect to determine whether or not the current plans can physically support a second floor. In addition, they will be evaluating the expense of adding an additional floor, and determine if it is possible with-in the school’s budget. “Hopefully we will construction on Technology Center before the end of this calender year,” Tomezsko. begin the Advance proclaims Ed varied customs and ideas that shape different cultures around the world. On the whole, most said that they were looking forward to the week in hopes of a better understanding of the world we live in. “Cultural Diversity Week is meant to enrich your understanding of different cultures,” responded Matthew Cherubino, a student here at PSU Delco. “Many people don’t get the chance to acquire the knowledge of other cultures. Cultural Diversity Week gives people an advantage to understand and appreciate culture.” Freshman Jim Basillio added, “Being culturally diverse, a person is not limited to any one way of thinking. Many things can be experienced, not just pertaining to your own culture, but also to the others around you. In order for a true understanding of diversity, it is important for the participation of many religious and ethnic organizations.” | “Diversity symbolizes equality ; and justice for all,” answered Max Levins, an English teacher here on campus. “Diversity engenders in people the desire to eliminate prejudice, discrimination, and racism. Students, as well as others, should gain an understanding of the history, cultures and backgrounds of Asian, African-Americans, Hispanic and other ethnic groups in order to appreciate and accept the differences. in “Diversity opposes the unequal treatment of all, no matter the gender or sexual orientation. We should all be involved in combating bigotry whatever the source, through education and cooperation. To set a value on one’s own worth, we must be able to appreciate the worth of others. The measure and richness of our culture lies in its diversity.” Left: Mr. Pete Coleman and Dianna Cahall cook up a storm at the welcome back picnic. Bottom left: Dr. John Ousey enjoys a great meal at the Adult Student B-B-Q last May. "Photo by: DIANA MICERI ie FOR SAILLR: Space in the Lion's Eye! ©0000 000000000 OOCOIOGCESOOSOIOSOOIOEOSOEOEOIOSOEOSEONOSEPOSOSOEOSEDOIS”OS Need to sell or buy a car? Stereo? Computer? etc. Need to hire an employee or a tutor? Or to offer employment or tutoring? Or find a roommate? Advertise in the Lion’ S . Eye! Reasonable rates! $5 per column-inch for students and $10 per column-inch for nonstudents. Contact the Lion's Eye Staff by leaving a note in" the Lion's Eye mailbox in the Lion's Den. Or: contact John Terrel in room 312G of the Main Building. 2 | i
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