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Page 3 The Stentorian November 20, 1986 STUDENTS LOOK BEYOND THE WALL by Jennifer Larson The Mentorship Program, originally begun by Mrs. Ross Baker in 1981, started with 14 students working at the Duke Biology Department. The fields of study have expanded to include everything from computers to astronomy. The 75 students now participating have mentors in almost every science- or math-related field,and even in a few humanities. This year, attendance, grades, level of courses, computer skills, and tentative schedules are all considered for admission into the program. Marilyn Link, current Mentorship Coordinator, said that she never fails to be thrilled at the students' eagerness. She views Mentorship as a learning experience that should positively direct a student's life. The New Dorm finally houses students, MOTEL REFUGEES SURVIVE The student body of NCSSM saw and associated with them everyday as they made their trek to and from school. They were knowa as the "Carolina Duke Refugees." They are the new occupants of the New Dorm. These 75 male students resided at the Carolina Duke Motor Inn for approximately 50 days. For 50 days these refugees lived without the advantages of campus life: easy access to library and media services, open by Phillip Middleton House, and fast and efficient mobility to and from various location. In compensation for their disadvantages, the refugees received maid service, a color television,. and room-to-room telephone service. This has now changed as the "refugees" are safe at home. The New Dorm was officially greeted with its first Open House on Sunday, Nov. 9. VAN SIGN-OUT PROVIDES A WAY FOR FUN Students and faculty can obtain vans in two ways. The first, and the more reliable, is by using a Vehicle Reservation form. This form requires information such as where the vehicle will go, the type of vehicle(s) required, when it will be needed, and the person(s) requesting the vehicle(s). Vans for athletic purposes must be approved by the head of athletics; the principal or appropriate department head must approve vans for academic purposes, and the student activities coordinator must approve vans for recreational purposes. The intended use of the vehicle(s) must also be given. The form, available from the Security desk located in Bryan Center and from Student Services, must then be returned to Ken Horne, Head of Security. The second way of obtaining a van is the "short notice" form, used by more than ten students by Svati Shodhan only. The names of the students, the signatures of their RA's, and the destination are required. Vans obtained / by this method cannot leave the Triangle Area and are given on a first-come, first-served basis. Ken Horne said,"If you want to go somewhere, let us know at least three days in advance. Your chancs of getting a van will be much better." BARBER BECOMES ASS’T PRINCIPAL by "Dr personally students problems," Lee, a member. Kathy Anderson , Barber gets involved with and their said Lawrence Student Council This, in addition to her dual role as assistant principal and biology teacher, makes hers one of the most visible new faces at NCSSM this year. Dr. Barber joined the staff Aug. 18. Dr. Barber enjoys working with students and believes that it is important for teenagers to explore career options before college. In the classroom, she "works enthusiastically with each student," according to Brian Seay, a junior taking Research in Biology. Renal physiology, working with kidneys, is Dr. Barber's specialty; many of her students are working in this area of biology. As Assistant Principal, Dr. Barber strengthens the student support system, takes disciplinary action and mediates between students and administrators. Her diverse job allows her to combine her talents in teaching and research. Dr. Joan Barber teaching Research in Biology. CM iM Diuiu^y. NCSSM WELCOMES PEGGY SMITH D An n Vi Cm ^ n'* 1.1... 1 1 ^ Peggy Smith, Dean of Students, is one of many new faces at NCSSM this year. Dean NCSSM from School in she taught science, math, and "At first I Smith comes to Cooper Middle Clayton where seventh grade health, wasn't Dean Peggy Smith takes time to smile for the camera. sure I wanted to come, but the reputation of the school and the way of life presented in the yearbook swung me over," said Smith. As Dean of Students, Dean Smith has many duties. She supervises the operations of Residential Life, Security, Athletics, Community/Work Service, Student Activities, and Health Services. She also- administers discipline and attends to special projects assigned by Dr. Youngblood. "My favorite aspects of the job are the contact with people and the creative problem solving. Getting to know the students has broadened my perspective and given the job meaning," said Smith Dean Smith has set by Susan R”. Wallac goals for this year. She stated that two goals are "to make the Student Services staff a solid group who support and rely on each other and to build consistency within our operations." Dean Smith also has an "open door policy" in her office. "I want students to know that my office is busy but accessible. It may take a while, but I do welcome students to become a part of my life," she explained.
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