CALPoLY REPORT

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Vol. 38, No. 30 April 8, 1887

Two candidates for Academic VP post scheduled

Two more candidates for the position of Vice President for Academic Affairs and Senior Vice President have been invited to campus.

The candidates, and the dates they will be on campus, are Dr. James Taaffe, professor of English at Case Western Reserve University (April 13 and 14); and Dr. J. Michael Orenduff, vice president for academic affairs at West Texas State University (April 20 and 21.)

Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to attend informal receptions to meet and ask ques­tions of each candidate. The schedule is:

Monday, April13, 4-5 pm (Staff Dining Room)-Dr. Taaffe; and

Monday, April20, 3:30-4:30 pm (Staff Dining Room)-Dr. Orenduff.

One more candidate will be interviewed at the end of this month or early in May.

Professor chosen first Eugene Crawford Fellow

A member of the history department has been named the first Eugene Crawford Memorial Fellow, which will allow him to work on an archival research and an oral history project during the 1987-88 academic year. The fellow­

. ship is funded by the Meredith Slobod Crist Memorial Fund.

Dr. Donald Grinde, a Y amasee Indian from south Georgia, will work on "The Great Tree of Peace: Iroquois Contributions to

the United States Constitution." The Commission on the Bicenten­nial of the U.S. Constitution "recognized his project to be of exceptional merit with national significance and substantial educa­tional and historical value." The chairman of the commission is the Han. Warren J. Burger, retired chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.

Based in Washington, D. C., he will also be a visiting professor at Gettysburg College in Pennsyl­vania. In addition, he will be working with the Five Rings Foun­dation of Charlottesville, Va., on major American Indian policy issues.

TRW awards funds to engineering prof

TRW Inc. has awarded $4,000 to a computer science professor. The check, awarded to Laurian M. Chirica, is the first of what will be an annual Excellence in Teaching Award to a member of the School of Engineering faculty.

Chirica, who joined the Cal Poly faculty in 1984, has taught a vcuiety of courses, from an intro­duction to computer science to graduate courses in database man­agement. He has several specializa­tions and interests within the areas of database-management sys­tems, programming languages and systems, programming methodolo­gy, and computer science theory.

Chirica earned his doctorate in computer science at UCLA in 1976 with major study in programming languages and systems and minors in computer architecture, formal languages and computability theory. A native of Romania, he earned both his bachelor's and master's in mathematics at the University of Bucharest.

Two Shakespeare films scheduled

The next two films in the Shakespeare Film Series will be "Romeo and Juliet," set for Mon­day, April 13, and "Taming of the Shrew," set for Sunday, April 19. Both films will screen at 7 pm in Chumash Auditorium.

The 1968 Franco Zeffirelli ver­sion of "Romeo and Juliet" stars Olivia Hussey and Leonard Whiting as the young lovers.

Filmed a year before "Romeo and Juliet," Zeffirelli' s version of "Taming of the Shrew" is notable for the pairing of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, whose infa­mous romance was at its peak at that time.

Tickets for both films are $4 for the public and $3 for students and are available at the Theatre Ticket Office between 10 am and 4 pm on weekdays. They will also be available at the door.

The film series is sponsored by the Center for the Arts.

Lorraine Howard named interim dean

Dr. Lorraine Howard, associate dean of Student Affairs, has been named interim dean. The appoint­ment was made by Cal Poly Presi­dent Warren J. Baker based on the recommendations of the Ad Hoc Student Affairs Committee.

She succeeds Russell H. Brown who resigned as dean on March 19. The Oregon native earned three degrees at Oregon State University. She was associate dean of women at Cal Poly from 1964-81, and has been associate dean of Student Affairs since 1981.

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'Good Neighbor Day' scheduled April 11

The Associated Students Inc., is looking for individuals and com­munity organizations within the city of San Luis Obispo in need of able-bodied workers for an afternoon.

The fourth annual "Good Neighbor Day" is scheduled from 11 am to 3 pm on Saturday, April 11. During that time students from many of the university's 350 stu­dent clubs will do odd jobs.

The primary focus will be on the elderly and handicapped and other individuals or groups who, for whatever reason, feel they need help. Examples include sim­ple home repair and maintenance chores, clean-up, small yard pro­jects, washing pets, planting flow­ers, moving, and washing a car.

Students will provide the labor; materials, supplies, and tools must be furnished by the party receiv­ing assistance.

To request student help, call the ASI Office, ext. 1291, between 9 am and noon on weekdays through Thursday, April 9.

L'Abri director to lead conference

A conference on I I Christianity and the Modem Mind" will con­tinue through Sunday, April 12.

Titled "Authenticity in a Com­plex Age," the conference features speaker Dick Keyes in a series of free lectures and discussions. The activities are sponsored by the Fellowship of Active Christian Thinkers, a student club at Cal Poly.

Keyes is a director of the L' Abri Fellowship residential study center in Southboro, MA. He studied at Harvard University and Westminster Theological Seminary and is author of the book, "Beyond Identity: Finding Yow­self in the Image and Character of God."

Lectures will explore such topics as the crisis of heroism in modem society, the increasing tension between image and reality in modem society, and a three­part series on cultural apologetics.

For more information, call Brent Murdock, 544-9245.

Student center to host travel series

The Multi-Cultural Center's spring series travel workshops will be held every Tuesday in UU 2170 at 11 am during April and May. Combining slides, films, guest speakers, and panel and group discussions, the presentations will often feature Cal Poly students, faculty or staff who have traveled, worked internationally or studied various cultures and societies.

Shows in the series will in­clude presentations by Amy Wilson, former Peace Corps vol­unteer, "A Season in Niger," April 14;

Janet Kerr, Cal Poly grad, "Summer in New Zealand," April 21;

Donald Grinde, History Dept., "Again a Whole Person I Have Become," April 28;

Gwen McNamara Leonard, former UC Santa Cruz student, "Summer of Caring," May 5;

Ralph Vrana, a former faculty member, "Reflections From a Marcher," May 12; and

Students from UC Santa Cruz, "Chicano Murals," May 19.

A service of the ASI, the Multi-Cultural Center seeks to enhance the multi-cultural aware­ness of the university community. It works in cooperation with many campus departments and clubs, as well as off campus groups. The center has over 150 periodicals, journals and books on more than 100 countries. It also publishes a newsletter and cultural resource directory.

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Performance slated April 1 0 in Theatre

The critically acclaimed "choreo-poem" by Ntozake Shange, "For Colored Girls who have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow Is Enuf, '' is coming to the Theatre on Friday, April 10, at 8 pm.

Performed by the San Jose Minority Artists Guild, the cast consists of seven women in a form more like ballet than drama. Cast members act out experiences in poetry and pantomime. They play games, dance, shout, and weep. Some episodes are grim, dealing with rape and murder, while others are lighter.

The play's underlying theme of women as victims of men may appear to create an oppressive presentation. However, the result is a celebration of the strength that is gained through the friendships of women with women.

This performance of "Colored Girls" is sponsored by Cal Poly's Women's Week Planning Com­mitte. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the UU Ticket Office. They cost $3.50 for students and $4.50 for the public. Tickets will cost $4.50 and $5 at the door.

History of Camp San Luis Obispo will be explored

The next program of the Uni­versity Club will explore what was once the third largest infantry training facility in the world ­Camp San Luis Obispo.

History Professor Dan Krieger will present "Fifty Years of History at Camp San Luis Obispo: 1937­1987" Thursday, April 16, at noon in the Faculty/Staff Dining Room. His illustrated talk will examine the camp's role in the history of the campus and the community.

The University Club meets Thursdays at noon in the Faculty/ Staff Dining Room. Free coffee is provided, and the presentations are open to all faculty and staff.

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Percussion group to perform April 14

The Cal Poly Percussion En­semble will present "An Evening of Percussion Music" in the Thea­tre at 8 pm on Tuesday, April 14.

Members of the ensemble in­clude Deborah Brooks, Daniel Lap­porte, David Martin, Eddie Soliman, and Jill Vaughn. The group is conducted by Pauline Soderholm, a percussion specialist on the music faculty .

Joining the percussion ensem­ble will be the university's Brass Quintet featuring Jennifer Elson and Bill Deley, both trumpet; Rob Bertini, horn; Tim Szydlowski, trombone; and Matt Wilkins, tuba.

An introduction to the family of percussion instruments will be included in the concert to acquaint the audience with the wide variety of sights and sounds in a percus­sion concert.

Works by Anthony Cirone, Edward Volz, and Carlos Chavez will be performed, as well as more familiar works by J.S. Bach, Handel, and Scott Joplin.

General admission tickets for the concert are $3 for the public and $2 for students. They are available at the Theatre Ticket Of­fice and the UU Ticket Office. Both ticket offices are open from 10 am to 4 pm on weekdays.

"An Evening of Percussion Music" is being presented by the Music Department.

UCSB assoc. dean to speak April 13

Dr. Edmond J. Keller, associate dean of the graduate division at UC Santa Barbara, will be the next speaker in a series on apartheid.

The former chairman of the Black Studies and African Area Studies concentration at UCSB will discuss "Black Politics and the Coming Crisis in South Africa" on Monday, April 13. The talk will be at 8 pm in Fisher Science 286.

The series is designed to help students, faculty, and the com­munity learn more about South Africa, its racial policies, its geopolitical importance, and its relationship to the United States.

Journalism lecturer receives Fulbright

Dr. William E. Francois of the Journalism Department has been selected for a 1987-88 Fulbright Distinguished Lecturing Award. He will be going to Seoul, Korea, for four months, where he may be affiliated with Seoul National University.

Dr. Francois is the teacher replacement for Dr. Randall Mur­ray, former head of the Journalism Department who is on leave work­ing for a People's Republic of China news agency.

Gravure fellow program established

A Gravure Fellow Program has been established at the Graphic Communication Department.

The program will begin this fall, and will provide $2,500 a year for four or five years for students participating in ongoing research in gravure printing.

It will be underwritten by the New York City-based Gravure Education Foundation, a branch of the Gravure Association of America.

The Gravure Fellow Program is a new level of support for the Graphic Communication Depart­ment as a Gravure Education Foundation resource center.

The department receives funds from the Gravure Education Foun­dation to develop educational pro­grams in gravure printing and to promote the development of gravure printing in the Western United States.

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First Amendment topic of lecture

A UC Berkeley law professor will be the next speaker in the lec­ture series marking the bicentennial anniversary of the adoption of the U.S. Constitution.

Dr. Martin Shapiro will explore "What Did the Framers Mean by the First Amendment?" on Tues­day, April 14, at 8 pm in Dexter 227.

The program is sponsored by the History and Political Science Departments and the School of Liberal Arts. It is coordinated by Drs. Donald Grinde of the history faculty, and Carl Lutrin of political science.

A famed legal educator, Shapiro earned an undergraduate degree from UCLA, and a doctorate from Harvard, where he served on the political science faculty.

Department surplus items to be surveyed

The Warehouse would like to remind all department technicians that the last day to survey items for the next Surplus Property Sale is Friday, April 17. Items surveyed after that date will not be in the sale, scheduled for Tuesday, May 19. Contact the Property Office for survey forms, ext. 2570.

Also, the week of April 27­May 1, is reserved for department technicians to transfer surveyed equipment to their departments. Equipment can be viewed at the Warehouse from 8 am-noon and 1-3:30 pm. This viewing in only for department technicians, and not an open viewing for the public.

CPR Cal Poly Report is published

weekly during the academic year by the Public Affairs Office. Type­written, double-spaced copy may be submitted to Cal Poly Report , Jo Ann Lloyd, Admin. 206, by 4 pm the Thursday prior to the next publication.

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Dateline. • • • ($) - Admission Charged (!) - Admission Free

THURSDAY, APRIL 9 Mini-Baja West: Student-built,

off-road vehicles are put to the test. Continues through Saturday, April 11. All day. (!) FRIDAY, APRIL 10

Films: International Animation Festival, 7 & 9:30 pm. Continues on Saturday, April 11, at 4, 7 & 9:30 pm, and Sunday, April12, at 4 & 7 pm. ($)

Play: "For Colored Girls who have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf," sponsored by Women's Week. Theatre, 8 pm. ($)

SATURDAY, APRIL 11 Men's Tennis: CSU Los Angeles,

Tennis Courts, 10 am. (!)

SUNDAY, APRIL 12 Men's Tennis: Chapman College,

Tennis Courts, 11 am. (!)

MONDAY, APRIL 13 Film: "Romeo & Juliet," Theatre,

7 pm. ($) Speaker: Edmond J. Keller

(UCSB) will .discuss "Black Politics and the Coming Crisis in South Africa." Fisher Science 286, 8 pm. (!)

TUESDAY, APRIL 14 Speaker: Amy Wilson (former

Peace Corps volunteer) will present "A Season in Niger." Sponsored by the Multi-Cultural Center. UU 217D, 11 am. (!)

Women's Tennis: Sonoma State, Tennis Courts, 2 pm. (!)

Concert: Percussion ensemble will perform in the Theatre, 8 pm. ($)

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15 Books at High Noon: Paul T.

Adalian Jr. (Library) will review " Er­rol Flynn: The Untold Story" by Charles Higham and "Errol Flynn: A Bio-Bibliography" by Peter Valenti. Staff Dining Room, noon. (!)

Film: "Gotcha," Chumash, 7 & 9 pm. ($)

THURSDAY, APRIL 16 University Club: Dan Krieger

(History) will present "Fifty Years of History at Camp San Luis Obispo: 1937-1987." Staff Dining Room., noon. (!)

FRIDAY, APRIL 17 Softball: CSU Northridge, Soft­

ball Field, 1 pm. (!) Film: "Crocodile Dundee," ·

Chumash, 7 & 9 pm. Continues on Saturday, April 18. ($)

SATURDAY, APRIL 18 Softball: UC Riverside, Softball

Field, noon. (!)

SUNDAY, APRIL 19 Film: "Taming of the Shrew, "

Chumash, 7 pm. ($)

Position Vacancies Vacant staff positions at Cal Poly

and the Cal Poly Foundation are an­nounced in this column and are posted outside the respective offices. Contact those offices (State: Adm. 110, 805-546-2236 - Foundation: mobile unit near the Fire Department (805-546-1121) for applications and additional position details. Both Cal Poly and the Foundation are subject to all laws governing affirmative ac­tion and equal employment oppor­tunity. All interested persons are en­couraged to apply.

State

CLOSING DATE: 4-22-87 Micrographics Technician/

Trainee, $1405-$1861/month, ESS/Stu­dent Data Systems.

CLOSING DATE: 4-29-87 Student Services Professional

II/III, $2176-$2854/month, ESS/Rela­tions with Schools .

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Candidates for positions on the faculty of the university are presently being sought, according to Jan Pieper, director of personnel and employee relations. Those interested in learn­ing more about the positions are in­vited to contact the appropriate dean or department head. This university is subject to all laws governing Affir­mative Action and equal employment opportunity including but not limited to Executive Order 11246 and Title IX of the Education Amendments Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. All interested persons are encouraged to apply.

CLOSING DATE: 5-30-87 Assistant/ Associate Professor

(tenure track), Animal Sciences and Industry. Academic year appointment beginning Sept. 14, 1987. Duties in­clude teaching animal breeding, animal genetics and development of breeding programs in farm animal species. Ph.D. in animal science, . teaching

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and/or extension or industry experi­ence required . Applicant must possess minimum requirements for ARP AS membership.

EXTENDED CLOSING DATE: 6-30-87 Assistant or Associate Professor,

Natural Resources Management. Posi­tion in forest management available for the 1987-88 academic year . Duties include teaching silviculture, harvesting, fire control, and impact analysis . Doctorate required in a rele­vant discipline and at least one degree in forestry, with background in teaching. Related work experience desirable .

Meat for sale The Cal Poly Meat Lab has

beef, lamb and pork for sale by the side, box, or piece. For more information or to place an order, call Matthew, ext. 2114, Monday and Wednesday from 10 am to 2 pm; Tuesday, 11 am to 3 pm; or Friday, 8 am to 4 pm.

A good selection of Cal Poly meat is also available in the Campus Store.

Poly Royal child care The ASI Children's Center will

provide child care during Poly Royal for children of faculty, staff, students, and alumni. Care will be provided by Children's Center staff for children two-and-a-half to nine years of age.

The cost is $2 per hour with a four-hour minimum, and reserva­tions must be made by April 21. Call ext. 1267 for further informa­tion or to make reservations.