Page 10 _LION'SEYE— Where Are They Now? Five Familiar Faces Are Gone Due to Retirement, Relocation By Bob Lewis Fall semester 1994 has brought many changes to Penn State Delco. Many departments are showing new organizations and personnel. Student Life, formerly Student Affairs, witnessed the transfer of director Mr. Pete Coleman to Penn State Berks Campus. Mr. Coleman was highly visible in the life of our campus and will be missed. Mrs. Phyllis Payne, Mr. Coleman's secretary, said, “He was a very fair boss and easy to work with. He was a low key person who had the knack to diffuse tense situations. He had a calming affect on the students and was able to settle disputes to the satisfaction of everyone involved. He will be especially missed for this.” From the Berks campus Mr. Coleman commented, “This is a very nice place to work.” He also said that he does miss all of the Delco students he used to work with, and was really pleased to see them at the Leadership Conference recently held on the Berks Campus. fof The Athletic Department saw the departure of Melissa McConnel over the summer. Melissa was the Athletic Trainer for the Athletic Department. Besides her coaching duties, Melissa also acted as Coordinator of Student Activities. Ms. Rita Varano, President of Student Government said, “Melissa was a huge asset to the SGA. She was untiring and did the work of eight people. The students who came in contact with her felt very comfortable around her. They trusted her advice in various matters, even personal one. “Rita added, “Melissa was very athletic and patient with the students. She was very knowledgeable in her job, and the students will miss her greatly.” Tiz Griffith, Athletic Director could not say enough good things about Melissa “She will be difficult to replace, and sends love and kisses.” Ms. McConnell left Penn State Delco to secure a position at the South Jersey Physical Therapy and Back Rehabilitation Center. She is working for a private corporation that specializes in providing rehabilitation services to private medical institutions. During the school year Melissa will divide her time between this position and coaching at two South Jersey High Schools, Woodstown High and Salem High. Ms. McConnell is a graduate of West Chester University , and was employed at Penn State Delco Campus for two years. Ms. Alicia Johnson of Academic Affairs left this summer to take advantage of career opportunities at Great Valley Campus. Mr. Bob Purdy, Academic Advisor and Alicia’s boss, commented, “She was very efficient and pleasant to have as a secretary.” He also said that she “got along very well with the students, especially during those beginning weeks of the semester.” Another missing face on the campus this fall is Andy Kearney's. Andy was the Community Service Officer. His responsibilities covered a multitude of areas, from security to helping at campus activities. Mike ‘Lezzi, who is responsible for the mail room and came into contact with Andy every day, said, “Andy really liked working with the kids, and would go “out of his way to help anybody. He was dedicated to his job and was extremely dependable.” Mr. Kerri Wareham, Plant and Facilities manager, commented, “Andy was extremely personable, and responsible above and beyond the call of duty.” Many returning students were stunned to hear of Andy’s retirement and said they “would miss him greatly.” Andy was employed on our campus for ten years after retiring from the Philadelphia Police Department. Hisis now residing in Arizona with his wife. The Academic Affairs Department lost Ms. Joan Robertson at the beginning of this semester. Most students probably did not see Ms. Robertson that often. She was one of the “behind the scenes” people that keep this campus running so well. Her co-workers’ comments were laudable. Ms. Loretta C. Catanzaro could not say enough good things about her. Ms. Catanzaro said, “She was always upbeat and fun to work with. Whenever anyone needed help, she was always there. She was mechanically inclined and never hesitated to attempt repairs around the office; she often encouraged others in the office to try and fix things.” Ms. Phyllis Payne of Student Life, commented, “Ms. Robertson will be sorely missed” and intends to stay in touch with her as often as possible. She added, “Ms. Robertson was fun to work with and brought a cheerful attitude to work with her.” On the Theory and Practice of Chinese Philosophy: A Lecture-Demonstration LAURENCE C. WU Associate Professor of Philosophy, Western Maryland College Thursday, September 29, 1994 2:30-3:45 Library Learning Center 110 Introduction by Robert Ginsberg Associate Director, Center for Ethics and Value Inquiry The campus community and general public are invited to attend, without charge, this presentation co-sponsored by the University's Center for Ethics and Value Inquiry, the Fund for Improvement of Undergraduate Education, and the Campus Honors Program. Visitor parking is available. SGA Secretary Colleen O'Malley (1 ‘and President Rita Varano share a happy moment after Spirit Day. Photo by: DIANA DESIMONE Great Irish Pub (Continued from Page 8) french onion is unbeatable). House specialties include seafood au gratin, stuffed shrimp and flounder florentine. Also deep in mind the newly added early bird specials, your choice of several delicious entrees plus soup and vegetables for one low price. McGee's prices, under $7.00 for. lunch and $8.00-$12.50 for dinner entrees, will leave money in your pocket to spend at the bar, which you will find to be fully stocked. McGee's beer cooler is stocked not only with domestic beer but a nice selection of imports as well. Happy hours at the bar feature lower drink prices and complimentary munchies and run Monday through Friday, four till six pm. Saturday and Sunday nights revolve around the live music, local musicians entertain with Irish classics and those favorites we all know. For anyone familiar with the bar scene at State College, you will feel right at home with Sunday nights’ performer Mickey Callahan. He'll play anything from Buffet to Cat Stevens and always honors requests. McGee's has earned the McNamee's a unique little niche in the local restaurant business. C.J. McGee's is a restaurant, offering a solid menu and very reasonable prices, while remaining a strong Irish pub. Student Alert! Ty University Changes Degree Requirements By Javonne Broady For all in-coming students there “have been some major changes in University Undergraduate Degree Requirements. According to information from Ms. Linda Campitellli (DUS Advising Counselor), "The University Faculty Senate has voted to drop breadth and depth distinctions in four areas of General Education for baccalaureate and associate degrees-- arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social and behavioral sciences. Students will now be able to elect courses in these areas of general education without worrying whether it goes under the breadth or depth category. ~ Also, students may develop a sequence of 9 credits in either the arts, humanities, or social and behavioral sciences by substituting 3 credits from one or two other area not in the students’ major field of study. For baccalaureate degree candidates admitted as freshman or advanced standing in summer 1994 or later, general education requirements still include 46 credits. For associate degree candidates still incldse 46 credits. For associate degree candidates, there is essentially no change. General Education courses include 21 credits. : The University has also voted to revise the Cultural Diversity Requirements whereby all candidates - for baccalaureate degree or an associate degree are required to take 3 credits of diversity focused courses. (This replaces a requirement that candidates could select a number of diversity enhanced courses— 12 credits for baccalaureate and 6 credits for associate degree candidates). It was made effective Summer, 1994. Lion ponders the Pythagorean Theorem. “Photo by: THERESA VM ASTRICOLO These issues are vital: * Ban discrimination in all schools youth Subcommittee National Coming Out Day! Bi, Gay, Lesbian Youth Association of Harrisburg Press Conference & Rally Tuesday, October 11,1994 at 1:00 PM We need your help! * Statewide civil rights law that bans discrimination in employment, housing, public accomodations and education * Reactivate the Governor's Sexual Minority Advisory Committee and add a There is strength in numbers—join us, bring a friend, bring your family. Make an appointment with your legislator. 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