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Final Examination Schedule Released Requirements Given to Hold Selective Service Deferement STUDENT NEWSPAPER OF CHOV/AN COLLEGE (Editor’s Note; This article has been published previously. However, because of the per sistent problems with the c^aft and academic requirements, it has been decided the follwoing should be included in SMOKE SIGNALS for this last issue in an effort to make the student fully aware of problems which may arise if requirements for the Selective Service are not finally met in order to guarantee another year of deferment.) By D. H. NICHOLSON Registrar Because so many male students have been asking questions about keeping their II-S deferments for another year of study at Chowan College, it has been decided that perhaps the column from the Registrar’s office for this issue of the “Smoke Signals” should be a reiteration of the Selective Service System requirements for maintaining the college student deferment. Although, as you may remember from previous articles on this subject, there are many different interpretations of the Seclective Service System requirements for the II-S, it has been this writer’s experience that the “31-hour-file-safe-rule” is the one sure answer to the many and varied questions concerning the requirements for getting and keeping the II-S. In essence, this “fail-safe-rule” simply means that a student should earn at least 31 semester hours per academic year to keep his deferment, or apply for another one. For many Chowan students who approach the end of their second semester in regular at tendance, the fact that they may not have 31 hours for the two .semesters in residence can lead to a 1-A classification and im mediate induction. Hence, these students who are in danger of induction because of the possible loss of the II-S and therefore, automatic reclassification as 1-A should know that the Selective Service System considers 12 Groduotion Scheduled For AAoy 16 Chowan’s commencement services are scheduled for May 16 and will feature Dr. Colgate W. Darden, Jr., former governor of Virginia and former president of the University of Virginia, and the Rev. T. Robert Mullinax, executive secretary of the Baptist State Convention Council on Christian Higher Education, as main speakers. Mullinax will deliver the ad dress at the baccalaureate service, set for 11 a.m. Also on the program will be Mrs. Betty N. Batchelor, professor of English, who will deliver the invocation; Miss Rebecca Ann Kinnamon, English, who will read the scripture; Dr. R. Hargus Taylor, chaplain, who will give the prayer; and President Bruce E. Whitaker, who will preside. Dr. Darden will speak at the graduation exercises, to begin at 3 p.m. Mrs. Clair B. Scott, p-ofessor of chemistry, will offer the invocation and Dr. Whitaker, will introduce Dr. Darden. The Chowan Chorale, under the direction of James Chamblee, chairman of the fine arts department, will sing at both services. Professor Trelles G. Case will be the organist. The services will be held on the front lawn. In case of rain, the site would be changed to McDowell Columns. Commencement will close Chowan’s 123rd year. months fronr. the offical begin ning or opening date as an academic year. Therefore, if the Chowan College student does not earn the minimum number of hours during an average two semesters in residence here in order to keep his deferment, he can go to summer school, either one or both terms, and earn a maximum of 14 semester hours which should put him well within the {deviously mentioned “fail-safe” zone. For the student’s information, the first term of the summer session at Chowan College begins June 2 and goes through July 8th with the second term beginning July 9th and ending August 14th. During each of the two terms, it is possible for the summer student ttf take a maximum of 7 hours for a possible of 14 semester hours for the complete summer session. We at Qiowan feel that the summer session gives the serious student an excellent opportunity to finish a semester of work in a shorter, (however, more com pact) session. 'hiis summer session also affords the non veteran male student an ex cellent opportunity to insure himself from loss of his II-S deferment. More Courses To Be Offered In Summer The Language Department will offer the following courses in Spanish this summer. All classes will be offered upon sufficient demand. If you are interested in a Spanish class, see Dr. Carson, 213 Marks Hall and pre-register. First Term: June 2 through July 8; Spanish 101, Spanish 201. Second Term: July 9 through August 14; Spanish 102, Spanish 202. Doris Smith Npmed Miss Ahoskie 1971 The excitement that had been building for some time for nine young women came to a climax Saturday night April 17, when Miss Lulu Doris Smith of Wilson, Chowan student, was crowned “Miss Ahoskie 1971.” Not only was she a big winner but the girls also voted her “Miss Congeniality.” When this was announced by master of ceremonies, Sammie Doughtie, Miss Smith’s tears began to flow and they continued until adoring girls rushed onto the stage for autographs. Miss Smith did a dance-baton routine and climaxed her per formance with a flaming baton which brought a round of ap plause from the nearly filled auditorium. Despite the tact she was in an auto accident April 4, the new “Miss Ahoskie” performed her talent with all the vim and vitality of her age. According to Jaycee Publicity Chairman Don Daniels, she was coming back to college after a weekend at home and was forced off the road into a ditch by another car. She was not hospitalized but spent some time in the hospital emergency room having slivers of glass removed from her face. She is 19 years old, a student at Chowan and daughter of Mrs. Alma Smith of Wilson. She hopes to further her education at the Christian School for the Deaf. She is five feet six inches tall and her measurements are 35,24,35. Her hair is brown and she has hazel eyes. First runner-up was Mary Joyce Bowen of Windsor who did an original monologue “What About Tomorrow?” Her position is an important one for if Miss Smith is unable to fulfill the duities Miss Bowen will have to assume the responsibility. Second runner-up was Miss Deborah Merle Vann of Conway who did a monologue of an old lady giving her recipe for the young. Entertainment was provided by Miss Marlin County, Deborah Wilson of Robersonville, Jim Farmer of Ahoskie and the outgoing “Miss Ahoskie,” Linda Moyer. Also present were Miss Coley Volume 3—Number 14 Wednesday, April 18, 1971 Faye Overstreet Is Crowned 1971 Queen of Spring Sat. Miss Faye Marilyn Overstreet, sophomore from Lumberton, was crowned Queen of Spring 1971 Saturday, by Dr. Bruce E. Whitaker, President of Chowan College. The coronation, held in center campus amid blooming dogwoods and azelas, was well attended by a host of friends, parents, and guests of the college. College officials have stated that “one of the largest crowds ever” were present for the event. A varied program of activities was included for the coronation ceremonies. The entertainment was provided by gymnasts, a drama group, Chowan pep squads, an IniUan Brave and the Chowan College Band. Miss Patricia Fallis of Norfolk, served as freshman princess. Other members of the queen’s court included sophomores Sherry Davis, Twyla Wright, Jenny Wong and Debbie Faulkner. Freshman members were Delores Vann, Nancy Suhre, and Patti Fallis. After the coronation ceremony the queen officially opened the Campus Carnival. Booths in the carnival oval were Camera Shop, “Bozo,” the clown. Dart Throwing, Cake Walk, Cotton Candy, Antique and r'cssil Display, Concession stands, a display of Pollution and Drugs, Popcorn, Dunking Machine, and Hitchin’ Post. Also a Penny Pitch, “Win a Kiss,” “Dinner at the Squire,” Photography Exhibit, Fortune Telling, Baseball Throw, Country Kit chen, and several others. A banquet honoring members of the Spring Festival Court was held in the President’s Room of Thomas Cafeteria on Saturday evening. Other students and guests were served a picnic Hunt, “Miss Wilson” and Debbie Fisher of Pendleton, “Miss North Carolina Princess Soya.” Miss Smith will receive a $200 savings bond from pageant sponsors, merchandise from the Ahoskie Department Store, luggage form Belk-Tyler in Ahoskie and Murfreesboro, supper on the campus lawn. Along with the festival ac tivities, Chowan’s annual Parents Day was held in the morning hours. The events began at 9:45 with registration for the parents at East Hall, followed by the President’s Coffee Hour from 10 to 11 at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Bruce E. Whitaker. Open house was held in many of the campus buildings, and parents and guests took ad vantage of the opportunity to inspect the facilities where their sons and daughters study. Coordinator of the festival activities was Professor Janet Collins, who spent many hours in preparation. The activities were sponsored by the Women’s Recreation Association, Student Government Association, Student Personnel, and Director of Alumni Affairs. Examiner Faces Fine WILSON, N.C. (AP) - A drivers’ license examiner from Black Mountain was arrested Sunday on a charge of issuing licenses for fees in excess of the legal amounts. A Wilson man was arrested as an accomplice and 11 per sons were charged with fraudulently obtaining licenses. Highway patrol Sgt. S. H. Collins of Wilson, who made the arrests along with drivers li cense officials from the state Department of Motor Vehicles, said the examiner is Lester Ray Strickland of Black Moun tain. Collins said Stickland once lived in Wilson and was ar rested at the home of Geoge Thomas Jr. Science Group Conducts Survey MISS AHOSKIE 1971—Miss Doris Smith of Wilson, a student at Chowan, was crowned “Miss Ahoskie 1971” Saturday night, April 17. The winner was crowned by Miss Linda Moyer, also a Chowan student, and the out going Miss Ahoskie. Miss Smith will represent Ahoskie in the “Miss North Carolina” contest to be held soon. First runner-up in the contest was Miss Mary Joyce Bowen of Windsor, and second runner-up honors went to Miss Deborah Vann of Conway. Both runners-up are also students at Chowan College. sports outfit from Johnna’s in Ahoskie engraved trophy from the Jaycees and an all-expense paid trip to the state pageant in Charlotte. First runner-up received a trophy and a $75 bond and the second runner-up received a trophy and a $25 bond. By overwhelming majority, Chowan College students, are convinced that pollution is a serious dangerous problem. This is one result of an “Ecology Survey” conducted during a recent assembly program by members of the Chowan Science Service Organization. The purpose of the survey, according to Arthur Riddle, director of the CSSO and a sophomore from Garner, was to determine the extent to which students are concerned about environmental problems. Riddle explained the results will be used by the CSSO “in planning for a more effectore attack of these problems.” While data collected indicates that a significant number of students believe that all life on earth can die, (413), a larger number, (501), is convinced that the earth can be saved. Most are willing to fight pollution. The survey also reveals that most students are seriously concerned about the over population problem. Riddle views the survey results as a challenge to the scientific community. “In order to more effectively fight pollution, this data indicated that the scientific community needs to devise ways for people to do something themsleves. This conclusionis based on the fact that most people are concerned and willing to help fight pollution,” Riddle said. The survey and results from 668 replies are as follows: 1. Do you believe that pollution is a serivous, dangerous problem? 645 yes, 7 no, 16 don’t know. 2. Are you aware of the real extent of the pollution problem? 356 yes, 244 no, 54 don’t know. 3. Would you be willing to ac tually do something to fight pollution? 424 yes, 25 no, 215 don’t know. 4. If you would not be willing to fight pollution, why not? A. Because I don’t care about the pollution problem. 4, B. I don’t believe there is a pollution problem that serious. 4, C. I care about pollution, but for some reason, I can’t or am unwilling to fight it. 44, D. I don’t know, or some other reason. 73. 5. Do you believe that it is possible for all life on Earth to die? 413 yes, 147 no, 91 don’t know. 6. Some scientists beleive that man has damaged and polluted the Earth so badly that life on Earth is eventually doomed. What do you think? A. It is too late. The Earth is doomed. 28, B. The Earth can be saved. 501, C. The pollution problem isn’t really all that serious. 47, D. I don’t know. 70. 7. What do you think about the population explosion? A. It is a good thing. 10, B. It is getting to be dangerous. 515, C. It isn’t really a danger. 49, D I have no opinion. 72. 8. What do you think is the extent of the population ex plosion? A. The population is so large that we (mankind) may soon run short of food and 'resources. 408, B. The Earth can support unlimited human population. We will never run out of food and resources, even it the population explosion continues. 35, C. The population explosion isn’t really much of a danger yet. 107, D. I don’t know. 92. /i THE QUEEN IS CROWNED—Dr. Bruce E. Whitaker, President of Chowan, places the crown upon Miss Faye Overstreet, to begin her reign as Queen of Spring for 1971. The crowning marked the opening of the Spring Carnival festivities before a large crown of students, guests, and friends of the college. Second Referendum Conducted By SGA The Student Government Association, in an effort to survey the opinion of the students on campus politics, conducted the second referendum last April 15, at the student center. Two hundred and twenty questionnaires consisting of two pages were handed out to the student during the SGA elections. Twenty papers bearing in consistent answers were left out in the final tabulation. Steve Cooper, John Jordan and Ronaldo Karunungan tabulated the following results: 1. What do you think is the purpose of the SGA? To provide entertainment for the student (2); to represent the student body to the administration on issues concerning student life on campus (53); Both of above (124); and to act as errand boys for the Personnel Deans (19). 2. Do you think the Men’s and Women’s Councils were fair in handling cases? Yes (30); No (106); I am not in a position to know (64). 3. If your answer to the above is NO, what do you think is the reason? They do not know how to evaluate the evidence presented before them. (15); They are not serious about their job. (7); They are aware that their decisions must satisfy the Faculty Judiciary to avoid reversal. (60); All of the above. (24). 4. The Student Legislature is: A complete failure. (116); Very successful. (7); I am not in a position to know. (74). 5. If your answer to the above is A, what do you think is the reason? The Personnel Deans do notpay much attention to it. (69); It is the first year, so not much could be expected. (13); Most of the members are irresponsible. (14); All of the above. (20). 6. The Inter-Club Council, Sophomore Class, and Freshman aass are: The biggest jokes on campus. (41); Very ineffective. (62); Both A and B. (88); Very successful and effective. (8). 7. If your answer to the above is C, are you in favor of their abolishments? Yes (37); No (24); I don’t care. (27). Eight students who checked NO suggested re organization instead of abolish ment. 7. If your answer to the above is C, are you in favor of their abolishments? Yes (37); No (24); I don’t care. (?7); 8. Do you think the Ad ministration respects the SGA? Yes (16); No (132); Maybe (48). 9. Do you have high regard for the SGA? Yes (46); No (63); Sometimes (80). Two students who answered NO asserted that SGA has false powers. 10. In your opinion, why do students run for SGA? They believe in student leadership. (13); They want to change things. (36); Both A an B. (104); They want to be popular. (26). One student added these words “To the faculty in order to brown nose them” to the answer in letter D. 11. The majority of the students do not vote on SGA elections because: Th^y envy those who are running. (6); They are stupid and irresponsible. (10); They couldn’t care less. (102); They honestly believe that SGA is a farce. (69). Two students claimed that students don’t want to show their I.D. cards. 12. This year, the SGA has accomplished: A whole lot. (8); Fairly well. (58); Not much. (100); Nothing at all. (35). LAST ISSUE This edition of SMOKE SIGNALS, marks the end of another volume of the campus newspaper. The staff ex- fH^esses genuine thanks to all students, faculty members, and administrative officers for their assistance during the past year. To the graduating students, we wish for you best wishes for success, and for returning students, we look forward to serving you in 1971- 72. IMPORTANT ISSUE This issue of SMOKE SIGNALS carries the official examination schedule as released by the Dean of the College, Dr. B. Franklin Lowe, Jr. It is your ONLY schedule, and should be saved for future reference. Ad ditional copies have been printed by the Department of Graphic Arts.
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