Page 2 — Smoke Signals, Wednesday, September 24, 1980
EDITORIAL OPINION
Great Day for All
The dedication of the Jesse Helms Center on September 1 was
indeed a great day in the life of Chowan College. It was a day
when the college revealed itself to be a progressive and
respected institution with a capable staff and considerate stu
dent body.
A college is only as good as the students who attend it and the
staff that runs it. The attitude of the Chowan students this year
has proven that they deserve a physical education complex as
fine as Helms Center. Not many colleges could expect 1,000 of
their students to sit through a long dedication ceremony in 95-
degree heat and still respond in such a spirited way. TTie new
gym so far has received a tremendous amount of use from the
student body and has not been looked upon in an apathetic man
ner, as some had feared.
The administration has shown its devotion to the school as
well as its competence. Dr. Whitaker, and others must have
spent many long hours trying to find the necessary funds for so
large a project as the $2.75 million gymnasium. The fact that
they were able to obtain such a vast amont of money in the
relatively short period of four years says something about the
respect there is for Chowan and the administration. People do
not donate their money to institutions that they have mixed
emotions about.
During the dedication ceremonies, it was the students who
were the most impressive. The speeches from the politicians
were all very typical, but the student response was not. Dr.
Whitaker noted in a faculty memo that the senators were “over
joyed with the favorable response of our students.” He also said
that never before had he been “prouder” of Chowan Students.
The cheering for the Star-Spangled Banner, the ovations for
Whitaker, Helms and Byrd, the patriotic approval of Byrd’s
distrust of the Russians, and the well-mannered conduct of the
students throughout the day are all signs that Chowan is becom
ing an institution for knowledgeable and respectful people.
We students should be proud of our administration for work
ing so hard to get us a complex like the Jesse Helms Center, but
most of all, we should be proud of ourselves for deserving it.
GREG BASSETT
Good Year Forecast
Those of us sophomores will remember that last year was a
rather excited and tumultuous year for the Student Government
Association here at Chowan. It was a year which saw continued
backstabbing between the SGA’s executive officers, fights and
walkouts at ahnost every meeting, and clashes between the stu
dent newspaper and the SGA president.
Hopefully, this year’s SGA and its executive officers can look
back on last year’s happenings and prevent the same things
from occuring.
Sharee Atkinson should prove a very considerate, mature and
able president, willing to perform in the best interest of the
students at all times. Sharee has demonstrated her potential as
an excellent president time and time again, and we look for-
1} ward to a good year with her as the chief executive.
Darlene Keene, serving as vice president, should prove a
valuable member of the executive branch. Ann Kellam, serving
as secretary, treasurer Diane Le Breaux, social co-chairperson
Beverly Price, and historian Kathy DeHart should aU prove
able in their tasks.
The executive branch’s only male members, auditor Freddie
Davis and social co-chairperson for men John Hipp should
prove effective in their positions.
If the 1980-fll SGA can remember to keep the interests of the
students first on their minds, not their own self-interests, this
■ could be one of the most beneficial years in the school’s history.
We believe this will be an excellent SGA and look forward to
working with it, as always, in the best interest of the students.
-GREG BASSETT
Get That Good Start
This one is for those who came to Chowan seeking freedom,
not expecting to have to work for it, seeking party-hearty-live-it-
. up times without forethought to the responsibilities college life
involves, seeking grades and an education without expectations
of attending classes and putting forth effort.
: If we’d known this time last year what we know now, many of
Chowan’s returning students would not have to carry the
burden of pulling up their QP and GPA. We would not have to
worry about ineligibility for graduation this coming spring,
>: resulting from failing courses and falling too far behind in the
curriculum to complete requirements.
As freshmen, we weren’t going to be bothered with getting up
early to get ready for class or missing party time to study or go
to lab. For what? It didn’t matter — we’d work hard next year
Right?
Now next year is here. And, we’ve got some well-meant ad
vice to those who “never put off until tomorrow what they can
do the day after.” Apply yourselves! Put some extra effort into
making it to classes and studying. What could be a better
motive than your entire future ? —NANCY KEEN
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Edited, printed and published
by students at Chowan College
for students, faculty and stoff of
CHOWAN COLLEGE.
1980-81 Staff
Belindo Elmore — Editor
Greg Bassett — News/Layout Editor
Sharon Alexander
Amy Boyd
Mindy Coburn
Dove Fletcher
J. P. Leong
NEWS STAFF
Eorlyne Collette
Lynette Farrell
Emma Giles
PHOTO STAFF
Doug Miller
Scott Godwin
Nancy Keen
Kathy Trammell
Kotie Weir
Bill Williomson
Dos & Dont's
On Dosages
Cautioned
By SARAH G. WRIGHT
Director of Health Services
Some Do’s and Dont’s when taking
medicine should be observed. When
certain medications are taken after
eating, one may not receive the full
benefit of the dnig, or the desired ef
fect may not be reached.
To help one avoid some unwanted
effects the following advice is being
given.
Erythromycin — Take one hour
before meals or three hours after
meals. Do not take with carbonated
drinks or fruit juices; this makes the
drug decompose prematurely.
Tylenol (Acetaminaphen) — If taken
with carbohydrates, this will slow
down the rate of absorption. So if this
were being taken to lower
temperature the process would be
delayed.
Tetracycline — Do not take with
milk or any dairy product, this
prevents absorption of the drug. It is
best to take Tetracycline one hour
after meals. The long range use of
Tetracycline in the last half of
pregnancy and in infancy to age 8
years may cause permanent discolora
tion of teeth. Sunburn is more likely
when taking Tetracycline.
Lincomycin — No food or beverage
one hour before taking or two hours
after taking. Only water may be used
during this one-to two-hour period.
The drug will not be absorbed proper
ly when consumed with food or
beverage.
Penicillin — Should be taken with
water on an empty stomach. When
with acidic fruit juices or beverages
the drug decomposes too soon.
Aspirin — When taken in excess can
cause abnormal bleeding in the
stomach and leads to stomach ulcers.
Chewing the Aspirin before swallow
ing will keep the tablet from sticking
to the wall of the esophagus or
stomach.
Iron — Should not be taken with
milk, eggs or cereal. The benefiting
effect will not be achieved. When iron
is taken with citrus fruit juices, the
iron is absorbed too quickly and may
cause nausea and vomiting.
When your doctor gives you a
precription, tell him if you are taking
other medication. Ask if you should
expect any reaction or side effects.
Mention any chronic condition you
might have such as diabetes, high
blood pressure and be sure to mention
any allergy you may have.
Club Notes
Circle K
Circle K is sponsored by the Kiwanis
Club. Its purpose is to help college
students develop leadership, lead
more meaningful lives, and form a
service consciousness by making an
active contribution to the welfare and
happiness of their fellow man. This
branch of Circle K is advised by Mr.
George Hazelton. The club officers are
as follows:
President: Nikki Goss
Vice-President: Linda Rigsbee
Secretary and Treasury: Dan Revelle
Circle K meets Tuesday nights in
Camp 318 at 7:30 p.m.
Science Club
Do you ever wonder what makes
you tick or how food becomes a part of
you? Are you curious about why
things happen when the do?
If so the lienee Club is just the
thing for you. We may not be able to
answer all of your questions, but you
will be given the opportunity to solve
some, for yourself. We plan to take a
few trips to observe science at work.
So join us and make the Science
World a part of yours. - Darlene
Keene
BSU/CCF
BSU/CCF is a Christian organiza
tion open to anyone who wishes to
learn more about God and his word or
just to enjoy fellowship with other
Christians. It is known to many as the
Baptist Student Union (BSU).
This does not limit the club to Bap
tists. It is open to all regardless of
race, color, or creed. The title of BSU
is given because it is affiliated with
North Carolina Baptist State Conven
tion. The group meets every Tuesday
night at 8:30 in Daniel 201. — Darlene
Keene
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GUEST PERSPECTIVE
By SHAREE ATKINSON
SGA President
The Student Government Associa
tion welcomes the incoming freshmen
and returning sophomores. The SGA
legislation, executive officers and I
need your support and cooperation to
make this an enjoyable and successful
year.
The officers for this year are
Darlene Keene, vice-president; Ann
Kellam, secretary; Diane LeBreux,
treasurer; Kathy DeHart, historian;
John Hipp and Beverly Price, social
chairpersons for men and women, and
Freddy Davis, auditor. Please feel
free to make any suggestions or
discuss ideas with any member of the
SGA.
I am very proud to have represented
the student body for the dedication
ceremony of the Jesse Helms Physical
Education Center. President Whitaker
and several other faculty members
and friends, expressed their gratitude
and thanks for the participation of the
students in the program.
There is always something to do, if
you just look around and get involved
in the Chowan Experience. The in
tramural sports have started and
everyone is greatly urged to par
ticipate. The student center and the
new gym is open, so everyone can
take advantage of them during the
week. There is also a movie weekly
and some weekend outings being plan
ned for the near future.
Keep in mind the following dates;
September 24, Bill Clary the magician
will be performing; and Odtober 3
through the 5 is Homecoming. Each of
these events will be put on the Cam
pus Calendar. You can pick up a copy
at the cafeteria.
I’m looking forward to representing
the student body this year. If I can be
of any assistance, please fefel free to
see me.
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how much Red Cross
helps veterans.
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of former servicemen and their
families get their educational,
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di.scharge review boards.
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another powerful reason for us
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Keep Red Cross ready.
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