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mday, April 4, 1994 The Battalion Page 3 having problems iring minorities for r^xeeutive positions i6»isociutccl Press It lire cture HOUSTON — The University of Houston, de- ievows to hire more minorities for top jobs, has \ I |< blades or Hisnanics in executive academic posi- ^ns and only a handful who are full professors. UH is clearly not alone in struggling to ange from an institution dominated by white ;nto one more reflective of society. Bui UH leaders acknowledge that its diversity oblems put the university at risk of becoming ir- evai11 to two races that by 2000 will constitute pliircls of new entrants in the work force. “Wi ’re not where we would like to be in . , Hof diversity,” UH Chancellor Alex Schilt "OlStrdd tlie Houston Chronicle in Sunday’s editions. “But we’ve had some success and the difficul- s He’ve had have given us a resolve that I believe I Hiable us to more successful in the future.” school can only get more successful at ating minorities in key leadership pdsitions. In ihe past few years: •five white men have been hired as deans. •Sdiilt rejected a slate of three minority fmal- :s vying to become the system’s lawyer. He re- jeifd the search and hired a white male, genpeel # Tlie board of regents bypassed the Hispanic '■ Hhairman to elect a white chairwoman. Hiilt points as successes to “my hires” of for- jrlJH President Marguerite Barnett, who died in 59|, and UH-Downtown President Max Castillo, ■inorities say such gains are part of a record Indies latlis mixed at best, considering that it was ’ Ht who changed President James Pickering’s atus from interim to permanent last year. The Latino Faculty Council and the Black :acjership Network said they are mostly con- :rrfcd about the school’s inability to lure mi- orilies for even faculty posts. ■We need black deans because UH is such a ean driven institution,” said Morris Graves; as- Kilte director of the African-American Studies rogram. “But we can’t get deans if we don’t rst have more faculty members.” lion Ting \rts Hello, Easter bunny Roger Hsieh/77ie Battalion Megan Batson gets a visit from the Easter bunny at a children's party in EJensel Park Saturday afternoon. " H “...Glorious” Los Angeles Limes From the intensity of a brass movement to the ethereal quality of a woodwind solo, orchestras have the power to move the soul. For almost a century, the Pittsburgh Symphony has captivated audiences across the world with its musical brilliance and unmatched artistry. Now you can hear why the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has been called one of the greatest orchestras in the world, as it takes the stage under the baton of the legendary Lorin Maazel. I « ide de pus PITTSBURGH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA April 23,1W • 8:00 p.m. • Rudder Auditorium CS-jl /(cn Tickets are on sale at the MSC Box Office - TAMU, n or c h ar § e by phone at 845-1234 Come of age with MSC OPAS... and see the world in a new light L Persons with disabilities please call 845-1515 to inform us of your special needs. We request notification three O- (3) working days prior to the event to enable us to assist you to the best of our ability. ESTEE LAUDER FREE 7 - PIECE GIFT WORTH *40. YOURS WITH ANY *15 ESTEE LAUDER PURCHASE dilor litor lor to ediw ionsediw ties ning, W •z ssaMegf* anesiers* ■I Texas AS ^ Unive 15 * BuiW For ca^ lidnil ochaig^ LAST WEEK! YOUR 7-PIECE GIFT INCLUDES: •Instant Action Rinse-off Cleanser •MoreThan Mascara •Beautiful miniature spray •Full-size All Day Lipstick •Fruition packette •10-day supply of E Advanced Night Repair •Great little hair comb One per customer, f while supplies last. A5-MINUTE GIFT FOR YOU Make an appointment for a complimentary five minute 1 eyes-only consultation. When you come in for your appointment, we’ll give you a free sample of More than Mascara. One per :ustomer, while supplies last. ^4-HOUR TELESHOP: 1 -800-472-6437 OR FAX YOUR ORDER: 713-651 -7128 FOLEY r S