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JVewspaper of the Students of Meredith College VOI.. LII, NO. in MEREDITH COLLEGE, RALEIGH, N.C. APRH, B. 1978 Simmons calls for action by Rpiioe Keevor Now is the time to view the global crisis, to prepare ourselves for future events and to act to alter the outcome if we do not like those that appear likely, Evelyn P, .Simmons, assistant professor of economics, .said during the Distinguished Faculty Lec ture in .Jones Auditoriurh on Tuesday. March 21. In her lecture entitled “Whither the World?” Ms. Simmons discussed such crises as population, energy, resource scarcity, pollution, weakening of the biosi here, and confrontations between the developed and less developed countries of the North and the South. “Someone has said that this gap between the countries of the North and those of the South isn’t a gap but a chasm.” Ms. Simmons noted. “The income of the developed countries is likely without major changes to widen during the remainder of this century,” she said. “Presently, the developed countries with less than 30 percent of the population produced 85 percent of the gross world product.” Also. Ms. Simmons pointed out that even within the poor countries there are enormous disparities in the distribution of income. Exponential growth of the population, difficulties in distributing food to the .50 percent of the world population who are in a chronic malnurishedstate and decisions concerning con servation of energy and mineral resources will all play a role in shaping the world’s future, according to Ms. Simmons. Throughout the lecture, she emphasized the efficient use of present resources. Her opening comment that .she was economizing by wearing a dress she had worn once before drew applause from the audience. Many of the world’s present problems can be lessened by developments in technology. Ms. Simmons said, but she warned that some control must be exer cised. “Technology is a very powerful tool which needs constant assessment, and scrutiny into potential effects at every level.” she said. Much can be done to determine future alternatives and outcomes, according to Ms. Simmons. The growth and change throughout the world make necessary a global approach with cooperation of in ternational organizations and nations. “We must, worldwide, realize that our problems today are truly in terdependent.” she said. Increased aid and sen sitivity to the poorer countries on the part of the developed countries, a more rational policy for arms transfer, and recognition that the age of cheap energy is over are all necessary steps in dealing with the difficult economic decisions ahead. Ms. Sim mons said during her lecture. The Distinguished Faculty Lecture is sponsored annually by the Concerts and Lectures committee. The faculty lecturer is also chosen by this committee. Ms. Simmons has been a member of the Meredith faculty as assistant professor of economics since 1962. She received her un dergraduate degree with honors in economics and business from the Woman’s College of Georgia and earned a Master of Science degree from the University of Ten nessee. Ms. Simmons has also traveled and attended seminars in Rural and Urban Development in India and Pakistan. l^DSL meetings required In their Manual of NDSL Policies and Procedures, the federal government stresses the importance of the in terview by stating “An exit interview must be conducted for each borrower leaving his college or university. whatever the reason - Students must be required to attend before being cleared for withdrawal, graduation, etc.” They suggest that records, transcripts, diplomas, and even recom mendations bo withheld on any borrower failing to attend exit interviews. Any student who has received a National Direct Sudent Loan (NDSL) is required to have an exit in terview with the Chief Ac countant before leaving school. Matters to be discussed at this interview include grace period, repayment schedule, terms of payment, billing procedures, interest, and borrower’s privileges for deferment or cancellation. Group in terviews will be held in Room 103. Joyner Hall as follows: Monday. April 10, 10:00 A.M. and Fridav, April 14. 10:00 AM. If y(iu have received an NDSL at any time while at Meredith and are not retur ning after this semester for any reason, you will be ex pected to attend one of the group sessions. NEWS NEWS NEWS Carolina Psychology Con- t'crcnce You are invited to attend the third annual Carolina Psychology Conference, co sponsored by Meredith and North Carolina State University, April 14-15 on the Meredith campus. The conference features panel discussions on jobs and graduate schools in psychology, and a discussion on language acquisition. Also included are paper sessions exclusively for un dergraduates and film previews of many recent films. We are excited to be showing “Dr. Freud;” the second showing of this movie in the country. Dr. Roger Fouts. of the University of Oklahoma, will l)c the keynote speaker. He is expected to talk about his recognized work with teaching sign language to chimpanzees and com munications between man and chimpanzees. For futher information contact Beth Carlton or Lynn Kane. Recitals April 6, 8 p m. John Greene - Faculty guitar recital. Car- swell Concert Halt. April 8. 8 p.m. Charlene Holland - graduation voice recital, Carswell Concert Hall. April 9. 4 p.m Cindy Bizzell- Janet Cherry - junior organ recital. Jones Auditorium. Marty Bear Popular singer Mart> Bear from New \’ork Cit> joins the slate of activities for the coming hospitality weekend with a concert on Saturday, Apr. 8, at 8 p.m. in Cate Center. Performing an unlimited repertoire of popular music including Fugelbert. Denver. Taylor. The Eagles and hundreds more. Bear’s visit will be sponsored by the College Center Association. Writing Awards For some student writer, the spring scene brings green- -CASH. that is! On Awards Day. Ma y 1. it may be you who received the Hubbell Mr. Paul' Mv'iu'v. editor of Human Rights in (he United Soviet Soriitisi Rep (USSR' and Soviet dissident, was the featured '■peaker for convocation Monday. He was told to leave 'Jn‘- ia in l(»TI after participating in a Red Square demonstration. The convocation will appear in next week’s TWIG. '(usan Rarahan. Soprano, will perform on April 13, 1978 at 8:30 P M. in .lones .Auditorium. .She will also take part on a Career Panel for the Music Symposium on April 14. James Clyburn. from the Meredith Music Dept, will accompany her. The concert is part of the Crmcerts & Lectures Series. Award for $40-to spend on vacation fun! No box tops are necessary You are eligible for this award if you have continued to write poetry or fiction during your years at Meredith. Just hand in five of your poems or three works of fiction to Mrs. Helen .lones. 118C Joyner by April 14. plus a half-page autobiography The generosity of alumna Ruth Anne Hubbell makt's possible this annual sum of $40 to students who care about creative writing The TRIG stuff e\ lends iiiii sincercst sym- p ilhies to Mrs. Thacker, at • lie loss of her hiishand
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