September 18, 1996 — LION’S EYE — Page 7 New Faculty Come From Afar | By Greg Jurkowski For returning students and faculty, one of the more obvious things these days is the vast amount of new students on campus. But one of the less obvious things for those on campus is the recent aquistion of two new full time teachers, Dr. Arnold Markley and Dr. Kelly Estrada. Dr. Markley is originally from Columbia, South Carolina and went to Guillford College in Greensboro, South Carolina. He received his undergraduate degree in English with a focus on classics from the University of Pennsylvania and his doctorate degree in English from the University of North Carolina. His specialty in the study of literature is the Romantic and Victorian periods. é Michael Clark Soccer Coach He is presently teaching two sections of English 15 as well as one section of English 200. When asked what one thing he would like to accomplish while teaching here, he said, “I would like to see more 200 level English courses being offered in order to help the English major on this campus grow.” Dr. Estrada is originally from San Diego, California. She has an extensive education, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics from the University of California San Diego, Masters of Arts in Anthropology from the University of California Los Angeles, as well as her Ph D in Education from UCLA. She specializes in bilingual education and language literacy and speaks French and Spanish. She is multi-media oriented, using visual aids and her computer in the classroom. When asked what one thing she would like to accomplish while teaching here, she said, “I would like to teach a Culturally Oriented Field Studies course, which would focus on culture and language in the urban and educational settings.” Dr. Markley can be found in room 312 C in the Main building and Dr. Estrada can be found in room 126 in the library. Dr. Kelly Estrada Three Teams Get New Coaches By Mary Doolittle Three new varsity coaches have joined the campus this fall, along with the new freshmen. All the coaches came to our campus with the highest regards. Adam Winters is the persistent and demanding new baseball coach. Last year’s team went all the way to the EPCC Title where they were eliminated in 3 games. This season the team returns with new talent along with a very talented coach. Adamisa graduate of Cedarville College in Ohio, where he set a school record for the most hits per season and was named All Mid-Ohio Conference. Mike Pralle a third semester agriculture major says,” He is very demanding but I am sure it is going to pay off in the end.” Dr. Arnold Markley atmosphere for all the players. Coach Clark was an All-lvy track and field star at Cornell and has extensive experience in coaching soccer. Sharon Desimone, a sophomore soccer player, says “Coach Clark is a great coach and the team looks much better than last year’s, hopefully we will have more than one win.” This year’s team looks ready to be in contention with most of PSU’s other commonwealth campuses. Finally, coach Bill McCourt replaced Tiz Griffith as the Coed Tennis Team's coach. Last year’s team finished second in the CCAC and has most of its stars back. Coach McCourt is a tennis instructor at DCCC and Penn Wood High School. All sports schedules are posted in the main hallways of the Commons Building. Students who see the teams on the fields and courts, can stop and Michael Clark, the new soccer meet all the new coaches and support coach brings a more relaxed the teams that represent Delco. Advantage! Head Baseball Coach Adam Winters (center) flanked by his assistant coaches Bill Johnson (l.) and John Winters (r.). Photo by Greg Jurkowski Activities Offer Opportunities — Take By Lisa Colucci ~The Black Student League, the PSU Service Corps, the Lion Ambassadors. Have you joined any of these yet? If not, you are missing out on a big part of college life. Delco offers a multitude of extracurricular activities for the purpose of making college more than A’s and B’s. Also, these activities will enhance the resume of any student seeking a job or entrance to graduate school. “I would like to see everyone get more involved,” said Jay Mills, SGA President, “in order to make campus life a little more than just going home after class.” On September 14, the PSU Service Corps will visit Habitat for Humanity in Chester. These are a group of energetic students that use some of their extra time to help others. They meet every other Monday in 202 Lounge in the Commons Building during common hour. “Community Service benefits so many people on our campus and in the community as a whole. With our help, the world begins to fit our vision of the future more every day,” said Johanna Licciardillo, President of the Service Corps. The African American Food Fest will be hosted by the Black Student League sometime in October. The BSL meets twice a month, and is open to all students who are interested in African- . American culture and concerns. “An incoming member of the Black Student League will become acquainted with unity, scholarship, and excellence, for they are the words that we eat, breathe, and sleep,” said Sadja Brown, President of the Black Student League. The newest addition to the campus clubs is the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Friends Alliance. The LGB has plans for film fests, guest speakers, and AIDS education. There will be an AIDS walk sometime in October. Brandon Hamm, President of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual Club, said, “By establishing this organization and the activities we plan to do, we hope that we can create awareness of gays, lesbians, and bisexuals on campus, and help reduce homophobia.” Pretzels, pretzels, pretzels! The Adult Student Organization will be selling pretzels again soon! They need volunteers of all ages to help out with their fundraising. Also, the ASO will host a craft show in November. All help will be greatly appreciated. “The purpose of the ASO is to help the non-traditional student find their way around campus and make sure that they see the people they need to in order to make them feel comfortable at a college campus that is usually flooded with 19 year olds,” said Michael Turturici, President of the ASO. Want a good workout? Go to the Karate Club meetings on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00-7:30. All students are welcome. There will be three competitions during this school year. Come in loose clothing for some self- defense techniques. The new Cheerleading team isin place and getting ready for another great season with the rest of our teams. These athletes meet three times a week in the Commons Building, so come and watch! Would you like to visit television and radio stations? If so, join Justin Mayfair and the Communications Club every other Thursday in 202 Lounge in the Commons Building. Yes! We have an Engineering Club! See Mike Buckley if you are interested in joining. This club is just getting started again, so plans are still pending. : . Do you havea 3.0 GPA? Areyou involved in two extracurricular activities? If so, then the oldest student organization on our campus is for you. It is the Keystone Society, and they are inviting new members now! See Kathy Artese for details. Bonfires, hay rides, the Lion Ambassadors are all about activities! This is one of the most prestigious clubs that Penn State offers. Interested in writing for The Lion's Eye? Sign up for next semester! You can earn three credits if you take the class! The class part is optional. If you are not on the staff now and you have something to say, send it in and you might see it in our next issue! “The Multicultural Club is open to everyone who is interested in exploring their heritage and the heritage of others,” said Michael Cohen, President of the Multicultural Club. The Multicultural Food Fest will be on November 19, and is open to all students. This club is planning trips to New York and Washington. For more information, stop in room 320 in the Main Building for details. To learn about different cultural faiths and to increase your faith, join the Muslim Student Association. For information e-mail Miriam Abdel- Rahmen at mxal76@psu.edu. Or, call extention 261 to reach Sylvia Schaffer for information on the Nittany Christian Fellowship. : If you want to join a sport or help out with the Student Athletic Association, contact Mary Doolittle at med156@psu.edu. The SAA will be co-hosting a run for breast cancer. Plans are still in the works. Bring interest and enthusiasm to the Lion's Globe Drama Group meetings every other Wednesday. No experience is required and all are welcome. The Drama Club will be performing two productions this year. E-mail Meredith Daniels at mad186 for more information. If these clubs don’t strike your fancy, start a new one. “I would like to see our campus form a Ski Club that would enable PSU students to ski at different mountains,” said Pete Muller, third semester administration of justice major. See Student Services Specialist Raquel Arredondo in room 138 Commons.
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