6The Daily Tar HeelThursday, October Black Greek Council members coriip Dy LYNN PHILLIPS Staff Writer tepping out takes on a new .meaning when the Black 'Greek Council decides to put 9n a stepshow. ( A few weeks ago, the council held ifs annual All Greek Stepshow, with Seven black Greek organizations car iying on the step tradition, which represents fraternity loyalty and entertains those who view the per formance as well. t "Stepping is a good way of getting together and having a good time," says Phillip Graham, a member of Omega Psi Phi fraternity. "It's something to give to the public." All of the seven member organiza tions of the Black Greek Council Student Government recruits volunteers for employment service By CHARLA PRICE Staff Writer In an effort to aid students looking for part-time jobs, Stu dent Government is trying to reorganize the Student Part-Time Employment Service (SPTES), according to Erika Birg, co chairman of the Student Job Creation Committee. Since the SPTES student direc tor resigned recently, the program is in danger of being dissolved. To keep that from happening, the committee is recruiting student volunteers. If the number of applications for the director and staff positions is low, Birg said she and co chairman Steve Tepper will recommend that the program be dissolved. SPTES acts as a bridge between employers and students searching fw n nMi)iw)S LnjAfgg)TOS6' Now Carrys Purina Mini-Friends: Ferret Chow Guinea Pis Chow Hamster Chow Rabbit Chow Paraket, Parrot & Carary-Finch Chow v 1 i 1 107 E. Franklin St. 1 201 -A Airport Rd. ft ' , I J?. 3 A 5 29, 1987 participate in the stepshow in the fall. The proceeds from this event go to the United Negro College Fund. In addition, each organization has its own stepshow in the spring, which is open to the general public. "Stepping in the spring is a lot dif ferent," says Zeta Phi Beta member Carla Marlin. "The shows are much longer, lasting about one and a half to two hours. Also, the shows in the spring are a lot more competitive between the sororities." "We step at our semiformal ball, and there's a district stepshow between the different chapters of Omega Psi Phi," Graham says. "We also step in the summer for Project Uplift," says Kappa Alpha for part-time jobs. The service is free to both employers and stu dents, Birg said. "SPTES offers a valuable ser vice in that it allows employers a place to list jobs and gives students one place to look for a job without all of the legwork," she said. Many of the jobs listed with SPTES are campus or local jobs geared to students, Birg said. So far, Birg said she has received only three applications, but she hopes student interest will increase so SPTES can continue operating. "I would like to see SPTES continued," said Birg. "It is a good program for those students look ing for job." Anyone interested in SPTES should contact Birg or Tepper in the Student Government office in the Student Union before Nov. 3. o mmm o (mm INC. nrn 968-3751 967-6082 . 'I ' ,J. I r U i - T-k fa KJF ' t Psi member Cleveland Lewis. "Most of the fraternities do this." Stepshows originated at the start of the century, with the formation of the fraternities. They were primarily a form of entertainment. The shows have remained a strong tradition in most organizations. Each chapter decides if they want to step or not, but most decide they want to. "It was a way to display them selves," says Lewis. "When you step, you tell the world, 4hey, look at us.' It's fun." A lot of work and rehearsal goes into preparing a stepshow. Most organizations start practicing a cou ple of months before the big step-; shows in the spring. "Preparing for a stepshow is time- McDonald's undergoes Feimosiitioini From staff reports "Big Mac, Filet O' Fish, Quarter Pounder, french fries . . ." Students craving these fast-food delights will have to wait a few more weeks. McDonald's on Franklin Street will reopen on Nov. 9 after under going extensive renovations, said Mary Kay Eschbach, regional mar Franklin Street Taco Bell plans to open next week From staff reports Contrary to what the cynics say, Taco Bell will open in Chapel Hill before the year 2000. Paul Driscoll, district manager for Taco Bell, said the company's new Franklin Street store should open Nov. 5. Construction crews are cleaning up the restaurant, and operations per sonnel are beginning to set up the equipment for food preparation, Driscoll said. Students and residents alike have anticipated the addition of inexpen OPEN HOUSE School of Public Health 200 Rosenau Hall Thursday, October 29th 1-3 PM Information will be available for students wishing to consider an undergraduate major in: Biostastics Environmental Protection Health Education Health Policy and Administration Nutrition Refreshments Served Ou1 OTflE WD On Halloween ... carry a flashlight and wear retroreflective material on your costume. See and be seen. We Auto Ram's Plaza 15-501 By Pass Chapel Hill 6 r -J G 0 aK Credit Terms Available 967 consuming," says Marlin. There V so much practicing, and you do it over months. I really enjoy it when I have the time." Each of the longer stepshows has two halves. The first half is designed to show skill and precision. After an intermission, the second half focuses on "cracking," in which the organi zations get a bit more competitive. "Cracking is done to amuse the audience, and it's all in fun," says Marlin. "And sororities don't deal with fraternities, or fraternities with sororities." i ' Each of the organizations has their own distinct style of stepping and reputation. The creation of the dances usually involves some tradi tional steps, steps obtained from keting manager for McDonald's. The 14-year-old store is being remodeled under the fast-food chain's Operation Pride program, which continuously upgrades and improves the older stores, Eschbach said. All inside areas of the store will be improved. The kitchen will be upgraded with sive, fast Mexican food to Chapel Hill's repertoire of culinary delights since the restaurant chain announced late last year , that it would open a store here. "We know a lot of the students are interested," Driscoll said. "We want to get the word out to other people in town." : The Chapel Hill store will seat more than 100 people, the largest seating capacity of any Taco Bell in the Southeast, and will have 2,400 square feet of operating space. Com Owl? Automatic pneumatic raising & lowering. Smooth rolling casters for mobility. Adjustable back. Fabric upholstered seat & back. Chrome-plated base. Rotating seat IP FtlHWTUBF AND CCf SSOBlf S M-F iOam-6 pm Sat. ioam-6 pm Sun. 1 pm-5 pm - 7060 te to the beat chaptejat other schools and new steps. lere is one member in chargetf coordinating the show. "Werade steps with other school? says Graham. "And the stepmier, who is usually the per son w! steps the best, sometimes adds vriations to steps we already knoWjj Main said, "In Zeta Phi Beta we let eveone contribute a bit, but there'bne girl who's in charge." Thfe are a lot of groups which use cafcs for one or two steps," Lewiskys. "But the Kappas use prima jy canes. It's tradition." Mufc is often used as the group steppig comes out, but after that the m$ibers usually chant the phrastlthey step to. These chants the latst state-of-the-art equipment, ;while'ie dining room will receive a new cling, new floor tile, and new wall ail seating finishes, she said. Thejrestaurant will have a new ventildon system, Eschbach added. Theremodeling plans also include outsid renovations. Gunpus Calendar lie DTH Campus Calendar appars daily. Announcements mut be placed in the box outside The Daily Tar Heel office, 104 Unih, by noon one day before wejtend announcements by nod Wednesday. The DTH will pri announcements from Unrersity-recognized campus orgnizations only. Thursday 9 a. Delta Zeta Sorority will hold interviews in 210, 213, and 224 Union until 5 p.m. Study Abroad Office will have Amos Booth, from the Institute for American Universities, until 11 a.m. to talk about study opportuni ties in Aix-en-Provence, Toulons, and Avignon, France. American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be in Great Hall in the Union until 3:30 p.m. Study Abroad Office will have Dr. Harry . Rajak, from King's Col lege, in the basement of Caldwell Hall until 1 p.m. to talk about study opportunities in London. Industrial Relations Association will meet in the film auditorium of the Union. This week's speaker will be Prof. Art Goldsmith, who will discuss the job interview process. Career Planning and Placement Services will sponsor a video presen tation by "Business .Week Careers" in 210 Hanes. Women's Forum will discuss women and AIDS at Gretchen Knight's house. Those needing rides should meet at the Campus Y at this time. GAIA will sponsor a 10 an. i f 12 ,TXl. 4 pm. 4:3, p. m. 5 R1. Krogor Plaza 235BllottRcJ. Chapel Kill $25 or 25 OFF Caiplete pair of prescription glasses or prescription sunglasses ot valid with other discoumiexpiirs November 13, 1987 We would be happy to arrange I an eye exam for you. .:v - ?uf iris; tfii'- i? are established by creating a beat and then putting words to it. Some steps don't involve any chants.' "The guys step a little differently because they are more physical, and do more hitting," says Marlin. "Women are also not quite as sug gestive. We try to keep up a lady like composure." "Stepping can get kind of nasty," says Graham. "It involves precision, and a lot of the steps involve a lot of gyrating." Whether stepping is for fun or entertainment, those who step enjoy the activity. "Stepping brings togetherness, a sense of brotherhood. There's a sense of pride, because if you do it good, people like it," says Lewis. The parking lot will be resurfaced, and if the Chapel Hill Planning Board gives its approval, the exterior of the building will be upgraded, she said. "We are trying to complete the remodeling quickly so as to be able to service the Chapel Hill public in a new, upgraded McDonald's as soon as possible," Eschbach said. presentation by Dr. Dietrich Schroeer entitled "Nuclear Win ter and the Global Implications" in the lounge of the Campus Y. Association of Interna tional Students will meet in 205 Union. The program will include clogging and ice skating. 5:30 p.m. Campus Y Dinner Dis cussions will have a Halloween potluck dinner, with speech dept. graduates per forming Stephen King and Ann Rice. Sign up at the Campus Y. r 5:45 p.m. Carolina Baptist Stu dent Union will meet in the Battle House, 203 Battle Lane. 7 p.m. UNC Outing Club will meet in the Union. Remember money for the Kitty Hawk trip. Carolina Fever will have a mandatory meet ing in 100 Hamilton. This is your last chance to join. Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, South Campus, will meet in Hinton James' 1st floor , lounge. , , Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Granville off -campus, will host guest speaker Stephen Haas. 7:30 p.m. Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Mid Campus, will meet in 224 Union. Items of Interest UNC Media Board is now accept ing applications for business man ager. Applications are available at Union desk. Call 929-1952 for info. Industrial Relations Majors should sign up for departmental preregistration in Hamilton 230 or Steele Bldg. 314 between Oct. 26 and Nov. 6. Appointment sheets for English majors to pre-register with their advisers are posted on the bulletin board opposite 212 Greenlaw. CHAPEL HILL OPTICIANS 968-4775 or 968-4776 Why Pay Uptown Prices When You Can Come Downtown for Less??? HO Above Cost! All Ray Bans! In honor of Ray Ban's SOtfi anniversary, Chapel HiB Opticians Is offering this unbelievable special tor limited UmeonrI not valid with any other discounts ptcaie present coupon -eires Nov. 13 1987 968-4775 or 06&4776 Mon-frl. 9-6, Closed 1-8 Otott Rd, Kroger Haza LJ f last 1 j Wind . 1 ? -I i? a Tib V Ufa: ti:sif U V V I

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