UVCC College Times, 1991-10-02

              8T President Pateys rebuttal claims uniform savings Student's argument and Patey's rebuttal See page 3 ..::;!:::s;si- fiit-t. Jfzii I N .i ; David L. Tyler Two seek election; Tyler builds campaign for city council on limited housing issue, Nielson hopes for better city planning Cynthia C. Pulsipher Senior Nevrs Editor Seeing local government as the primary impediment to improved housing standards for area college students, David L. Tyler has announced his candidacy for a seat on the Provo City Council. Tyler, a 24 year-old BYU law student, said he feels that the35,000 students living in ProvoOrem lack adequate representation in local government. Considering the amount of money they pump into the valley's economy, he doesn't think it's asking too much of the city to facilitate student housing development. "The city council has helped the local economy, but hasn't addressed the high costs and shortages in housing," said Tyler. He said that BYU's proposed 134 unit Wymount Terrace extension had to be cut back to 80 units when council members spokeoutagainst the project. Cadillac brings $28,500 to UVCC scholarship fund UVCC received $28,500 after selling a 1976 limited edition, bicentennial issue, convertible Cadillac donated by Florence Ragan. The money received will be added to the Florence Bullock Ragan Scholarship Fund established in 1986. The scholarship fund was established by Ragan to aid academically outstanding students in reaching their potential. "Florence is truly a gracious and loyal person. She was one of the first to recognize UVCC and its importance to the students and to do something about it," said Al-den Tueller, director of planned giving. Ragan's motto is "What you don't spend, save, but remember 'Basic Language' evolves thru 8 years of rock Concert review and band bio See page 5 uno.es volume Tom Nielson Cynthia C. Pulsipher Senior Neivs Editor A UVCC media services engineer sees a need for public involvement in local government as the motivating factor in his decision to run for a seat on the Maple-ton City Council. Tom Nielson is not a newcomer to the workings of the council or the serious growth issues facing Mapleton. As a member of the Board of Adjustments within the Mapleton Planning Commission he spent five years re-writing city policies and procedures. "Mapleton was losing thousands of dollars a year in lawsuits because of inconsistent policies," saidNielson. "Last year there were no court costs in the budget." One area that receives national attention is. Mapleton's foothill zoning ordinances. Nielson says that he looked at the environmen- See NIELSON, page 4 to help someone on the way." Ragan's generosity extends to the many students she has assisted through scholarship funds at Maryland Community College in N. C, Dixie College and UVCC. Ragan grew up in Springville. At 17 she began a career in retail which eventually led to the opening of her own store, Bullocks Jewel Box. The store was successful and eventually became Bullock & Losee after Ragan's daughter, Jo Ann Losee became interested in the business. , Ragan currently presides as a member of the Riverside Country Club Board of Directors and is president of the Philenada Sorority Club. She was also a member of the Founda Hon Board a t UVCC. 20 issue 9 2 October Tired, poor Higher education expert, John Roueche addressed the pertinent issues of a struggling education system and possible solutions with the faculty of UVCC Sep 25. Though an advocate of public education, Roueche insists that public schools are failing their students. "The average student is leaving high school with an 8th grade reading level and a B grade is now the average," said Roueche. A professor and director of the Community College Leadership Program at the University at Austin, Roueche spoke with candor. "I 'V ' ' M ' ... ' v ..... " ' V - i -. V V I : 'V -' ' ,- ; i j v . " ' i - - '" ' - " V-. r ... I I ii . Brent Steveni The College Time Utah County's chapter of the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) went into business on Provo campus, Sep 26. "Score is an assocation of retired business people who volunteer their time to provide consulting assistance to individuals in the community interested in starting a new business or experiencing problems in their existing business," said Ian Wilson, dean of the school of business at UVCC. Participants in the ribbon cutting ceremony were (from left to right) Kerry Romesburg, Lucile Steele, Melissa Anderson, Leland Wakefield, and Joe Jenkins. Students hunt for jobs in Cynthia C. Pulsipher Senior News Editor Hundreds of high school seniors came off the buses and into the hall of flags to attend the Utah Valley Economic Development Association Career Fair held on Thu, Sep 26. UVEDA is a county agency tasked with recruiting high quality business to Utah County in an effort to build the local economy and provide employment necessary to prevent immigration of youth from the area. Councilors, seniors, and interested UVCC students spoke with representatives from area small businessesand major corporations . concerning employment opportu ' :. ; --- - vsss.:- 1991 utah valley community college masses attend U VCC would like to tell you that improvements are right around the corner, but they are not," he said. "Things are not going to get better in the near future either." Roueches's research has shown that students are arriving at junior colleges with disadvantaged educations. "Give me your masses, your tired, your poor, really applies to junior colleges. Therefore, there is an even greater need to implement improved teaching strategies." To alleviate the problem, Roueche encouraged the faculty to nities in Utah Valley over the next five years. "You want a company that's going to be a good neighbor, not one who's going to pollute your backyard," said Doug Crandall, an UVEDA intern, on the types of businesses being propositioned to join America's 1 city. Although Geneva Steel made a major monetary contribution to co-sponsor the event, Novell and Word Perfect, also substantial corporate sponsors, better represented the type of high-tech industries UVEDA would like to incorporate into the local economy, said Crandall. "I'm interested in what's available to me in the near future," said Alison Keller, a senior from Orem Free-fallers recoil with bungee Locations to take the fall See page 10 J become personally involved with students. "I recommend you call a studentwhenhemissesclass," said Roueche. 'lean bet you no one has ever done that before and it will show him or her that you are taking an interest in them." Roueche has received national recognition for his research, teaching, service and overall leadership. Since 1970, he has spoken to more than 1,200 colleges and universities on topics of teachingandleadershipexcellence. He is the author of 27 books and more than 1000 articles. Hall of Flags High School. "I have to decide if I'm going to stay in the valley or look for employment elsewhere" Keller's interests lie in computer technology and a possible career with Word Perfect. Smaller businesses such as Logisoft sent representatives to compete for students such as Keller as well. . Vocational employment options were discussed by Valtek, theSpringville-based valve manufacturer. Delta Airlines also offered information on aircraft mechanic, technician, and engineer positions. Gender consciousness among high school students was clearly evidenced by the division of the See UVEDA, page 4