Woman University unit pic By JULIE NASH Collegian Staff Writer Since the Army ROTC program began at Penn State 74 years ago, only male cadets have sported three diamonds on their uniforms or at least until Mary Terra came along. Appointed for this academic year, Terra (senior-administration of justice) is the first female in the Univer sity's Army ROTC to obtain the rank of brigade commander, enabling her to wear the three diamonds on her uniform. As brigade commander, Terra is responsible for how the entire Army ROTC program is conducted and she works through her staff to make sure that every task gets done and is conducted to standard. "She sets the example for other cadets to follow," said Commander Eric Sloughfy (senior-business logistics), military science 111 bat talion commander. She is also in charge of all tri-service activities including the Army, Air Force and Navy, and the Univer sity Army ROTC physical fitness program. "She's one sharp woman," said Maj. Jim E. Fulbrook. "I see her as an excellent officer someday." Terra joined the military six years Administrators plan In an attempt to stress the importance of continuing education for college graduates, administrators this semester are establishing new research grants. They expect the grants, given out on a competitive basis, will spur efforts to keep post graduate education lively. OUR TWO CAR WASH LOCATIONS OFFER The Most Advanced Vehicle Wash & Dry System with 8 Customized Options 1. Single Pass Wash A once over scrub for lightly soiled vehicles 2. Double Pass Wash A double scrub cycle for dirty vehicles 3. Foam Bath Your vehicle is gently but completely covered in foam for ultimate cleaning 4. Wheel & Tire Scrub Thoroughly scrubs tires & wheels 5. Under Carriage Spray Removes salt and dirt from your vehicle's underside 6. Rust Inhibitor A special solution coats the underside of your vehicle to help prevent rust and salt damage 7. Hot Wax Adds extra protection to your car's finish 8. 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"As for me, I've had prior service and can understand the way things work because of my army experi- ence." Although this is the first time that a female has served in this posi tion, Commanders Sloughy and Greg WHEN you SW A REG. ORDER Ay of FRIES 4 A 94. SOPA ) 1 021) CAN BOY ANY Caws* Itt ESDAY SET A FRESH GARDEN I SALAD 'A TASTY BOWL :DUO' " URSDAY Susk4coma!av RE 6utAR 4 Ave' • WE ST POil• al*W,: 4 -fruM 6 ' SHoPPING ) 4 L.C4I 4 , '"w Mary Terra By MICHAEL P. BUFFER Collegian Staff Writer Administrators plan to set up a fund this semester to provide modest research grants, awarded on a competitive basis, to sup port research on continuing higher edu cation and related topics. Continuing education is the University's attempt to further educate the public and provide "life-long learning," said Donna S. Queeney, director of research and external relations for continuing education. It comprises much of the University's services, which along with teaching and research, make up ade commander Mahoney agreed that gender has nothing to do with who makes the best brigade commander. "The fact that she is a female is irrelevant," Sloughfy said. "What matters is the fact that she strives for success and gets the job done." Although the majority of those in ROTC are male, all of the cadets are working together for the same goal, and the gender of the person in charge does not make a difference, Terra agreed. "She has a professional maturity level and is very personable," said Mahoney (senior-engineering sci ence), general military science battalion commander. "She was the obvious choice from the start." The brigade commander, the highest position a cadet can hold, is chosen through an order of merit list that includes the grade point average, leadership evaluation by senior instructors and military camp performance, Fulbrook said. When it came down to the final decision for brigade commander, two cadets were almost equal in every category, but Terra scored the highest possible at military camp, so that pushed her over, he added. "You spend the first three years of ROTC taking orders and the last year giving the orders," Terra said. to fund continuing education research "The research is a way to education." the three major units of the University, Queeney said. Continuing education has programs for extended degrees, professionals in mid-career and alumni. It is offered for business, professional and enrichment reasons and is taught in traditional classrooms, indepen- Professor: Aid to Soviets must be given with care By MIKE ABRAMS Collegian Staff Writer The Bush administration will have to walk a fine line between rebuilding efforts in the Soviet Union and dictating how to rebuild the disintegrating superpower. "The U.S. will be converted into the world wel fare agency," said Vernon Aspaturian, Evan Pugh professor of political science. "Now that a new type of loose union is about to form, it will definitely be important for the U.S. to provide aid either through the center or to the individual republics." Although the United States will provide the majority of aid, the Bush administration must not interfere with developments inside the union, Aspaturian said. "Many people think Bush can just wave a wand and tell the Soviets what he wants them to do," Aspaturian said. "There is, however, a big differ ence in what we would like to see and what will come out" regarding the rebuilding of the government and the distribution of aid. As the number of republics declaring sover eignty climbs, pressure builds on the Bush administration to provide economic assistance, Aspaturian said. In a news conference yesterday, Bush officially recognized the independence of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. The United States will probably directly assist the various republics including the Baltics —and the central Soviet government, Aspaturian said. i i 1% f A e, , . strengthen continuing Donna S. Queeney Research Director for Continuing Education dently and through Pennarama, a cable channel through which people may get University credits, Queeney added. "Many may think that because they've graduated, they never have to learn again, but things change and people have to keep learning," Queeney said. • • THE NEW NITTANY MALL A FALL To CELEBRATE "Many people think Bush can just wave a wand and tell the Soviets what he wants them to do." Vernon Aspaturian Professor of Political Science Some experts believe technical and humanitari an assistance is vital to help rebuild the union. "It is very important for U.S. businesses to step in and invest —either partially or totally in the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe," said Richard Harmstone, associate professor of economics at the University's Worthington Scranton campus. Scholarships from American colleges to Soviet students, technical assistance in developing a sta ble banking and insurance system and humanita rian aid such as food and medicine, are the most important kinds of assistance the United States can provide, he said. "It is not popular to spend money," said Carol Nechemias, associate professor of political science at the University's Erie campus. Technical assistance, possibly under various umbrella organizations similar to the post-World War II Marshall Plan would probably be effective. "There are a lot of potential hot spots in the union. And by dividing the aid under separate organiza tions, the U.S. can avoid conflict," Nechemias said. "The research is a way to improve the youthfulness of and strengthen continuing education," she added. A committee will review proposals for the awards from faculty and staff members. "We want to encourage research and publication related to continuing educa tion by providing an opportunity for information support and exchange," said James H. Ryan, vice president for continuing education, in a news release. Some research ideas discussed will be how to reach audiences, what methods of delivery to use and how to motivate faculty, Queeney said.
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