Tuesday, April 10,1979
THE CLARION
Editorials
BIG MAC MAN
by Debi Crane
The other day I got to thinking about what
archaelogists thousands of years from now will
think about our civilization. I can just picture it
now.
Some khaki clothed scientist will be sifting
through the dirt with a spoon when suddenly he
will come upon something bright yellow and
smooth. He will dig deeper and discover a big
yellow M. No doubt future scientists will think
that we were a culture which worshipped Ronald
McDonald.
It could be worse. Just think of what they will
make of our obsession with huge stadiums. The
rumor will get out that we were a bloodthirsty
group who liked to watch teams of men slug it out
and eventually (after four quarters) one team
will triumph over all at something called the
Superbowl.
If the scientists are lucky enough to find
videotapes of our programs they will probably be
lucky enough to find only soap operas. Can you
imagine? They will think that we were a nation
plagued by rampant adultery and hysterical
psychosis.
If they discover our music they will probably
think that we were totally off. I have this sinking
fear that they will probably think that Saturday
Night Fever was an epidemic which finally did
us in and they will probably view John Travolta
as the leader of great civilization ,
It isn’t that hard to visuahze^in fact, if you
think about it you can probably even think about
a possible name with which they might label us. I
can just see it now — BIG MAC MAN.
Think About It
There are a lot of unsung heroes around
campus. A lot of people go into the making of
Brevard College a great place to attend. THE
CLARION would like to call the reader’s at
tention to a much maligned group of people here
at B.C.
These people are the custodial workers.
Without them B.C. would no doubt become a
campus buried by the rubble of a couple of
hundred students. No doubt very few of the
students at BC even know any of these people’s
names. That is a shame. Remember the next
time you go crazy and roll every tree on campus
or throw a can out your window ... one of those
nameless people will have to clean up after you.
Think about it.
Easter Is More Than Just EJggs
by Donna Mulford
Easter. Among the more
setimental of us, the word brings
to mind httle kids rummaging
through baskets of candy and
getting dressed up for church on
Sunday morning. It’s a good
excuse for going of a diet or to
buy a new Easter dress. The real
meaning of Easter has almost
been lost in the rabbit rush.
When the three women went to
Jesus’ tomb that Sunday mor
ning, they were greeted by an
angel instead of a deceased
friend. When they found that
Jesus had risen from the grave,
they were full of wonder and
great joy. This joy is what Easter
is all about.
Though Easter is supposed to
be a time of rejoicing, people see
it differently. David P range sees
it as “another day off from
school.” Tracy Nye says,
“Easter has turned into a rabbit
instead of a Christ.” Margaret
Gosnell says, “I like it. It’s nice
time of year, but I think a lot of
the true meaning has been lost in
commercialization.” David
Horner, when I asked him what
he thought of Easter, just said,
“Jesus.”
Even if your not religious, use
this time of celebration to let
someone know you care about
them. Surprise a friend with a
kind word, because Easter is a
time of love: the love Jesus had
for us and the love we have for
one another.
Good Luck, SGA
Student government serves a necessary
function at any college campus. Brevard College
is no exception to this rule. Our SGA officers
members are the voice of the other students on
campus. They are not just the voice of a chosen
few. Or at least they should not be.
As we have come to this time of elections it is
THE CLARIONS” hope that next year’s SGA
members will keep this in mind at all times. A
good, active Student government is essential to
any school. We hope that next year will be a very
good year for SGA.
THE CLARION
Brevard College, Brevard, N.C. 28712
Published durmg the college session by students of Brevard
College. The opinions expressed in this periodical are those of
the editorial board and not necessarily those of the college.
Editor^n-Chief Debi Crane
News Editor MikeEdmiston
r ™ Tom Snyder
IZt Bobby Hayes
Photographers Ron Grenier, Chuck Miner
Reporters Mark Lowdermilk, Alan Baker,
Debbie Willenborg, John George, Donna Mulford,
Scott Singletary, Vanessa Davis,’
Carol Miles,
Advisor, Tim McGuire Peggy Mudd
Ken Chamlee
Letters
Dear Editor:
I would like to thank tlie faculty, staff, and students
for their support in the recent Heart Fund Drive on
campus. Because of their interest and participation, we,
as a community, contributed approximately $335.
We are especially grateful to the Big Sisters, who
visited faculty offices, solicited funds in the dormitories,
at the games, etc. By working together, we did much to
fight against America’s No. l killer.
It is a joy to work with people who care.
Sincerely,
Grace Munro, Campus Chairman
North Carolina Heart Association
Dear Editor,
I assume that when I turn over my money for a
purchpe, the person accepting it will at least do
so with courtesy. I have found an exception at the
Brevard College snack bar, however. Our very
own ‘Maude” can grumble her way tlirough an
order and actually make you feel guilty that you
made her work. Such behavior would not likely
last at a profit-oriented business, and I see no
reason why it should be tolerated here.
Attention Column
The Masquer’s
Club would like to
thank all those who
attended thie Steve
Collin’s Magic Show.
The magic show had
more 3f a turn out than
the talent show. The
effort was really
appreciated for
making the show a
success.
Spring is here and
with it come the
beautiful tulips and
daffodils that
decorate our campus.
Many hours of hard
work and care went
into creating the
attractive flower
beds in front of the
administration build
ing and beside the
cafeteria, so let’s be
sure that everyone
gets a chance to see
and appreciate them.
Resist the temptation
to pick one - flowers
are prettier (and
happier) when left
with their com
panions.
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Editor of the 1980
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nesday, April 11th.
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Tuesday, April I7th.
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