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weekend Clinic hours for urgent care by appointment
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Physical Plant doesn't
care about traditions
Why should the Physical Plant care about
history or tradition? They aren't Aggies, just
state employees. Other than the man who
dumps chemicals into the Fish Pond, they
don't do shit. Their best interests are less
work, more pay. They must be unionized.
By the way, where's my light bulb?
Shea Snyder
Class of '95
Don't blame social ills
on Beavis, Butt-head
This letter is written in response to the ed
itorial that appeared on Wednesday, Oct. 13,
concerning "Beavis and Butt-head" and the
cartoon's influence on young children. As a
parent of two young boys, I agree with the'
thoughts of the editorial, which spoke of the
parents' obvious lack of responsibility for
their children in these arson occurrences.
However, I would like to continue along
that train of thought by looking at society
as a whole and its "take care of me" atti
tude. This attitude was brought to the fore
front during the presidential debates when
the questions from the audience were cries
such as, "What will your administration do
for me?"
I am amazed at this nation's inability to
care for itself on an individual basis. It seems
that the majority of people have no ability to
handle their own problems, children, fi
nances or education. It is very sad to know
that those of us with a college degree are the
minorities in this country, and we will, of
course, be expected to carry the weight of the
rest, because we lead "privileged lives."
Yes, we have the privilege of working our
way through college, studying until 3:00 a.m.
every morning, accruing tens of thousands of
dollars in student loan debt and working for
everything that we have.
I do not come from an economically
privileged background, but I do know what
it will take to attain that for my family. It
does not come from blaming others for my
bad decisions or lack of basic common
sense as so many in this nation do. I am in
no way implying that one must have a col
lege degree to become successful, only a de
sire to take responsibility for one's own life
and that of one's family.
It seems to me that this issue with "Beavis
and Butt-head" is only another step in the
lack of real responsibility in the majority of
Americans. It scares me to witness this
change in the American attitude. This is not
the way that our ancestors thought or be
haved. If so, our nation would have never
come into existence. The Europeans would
have stayed in Europe and whined that the
monarchy was not doing anything for them.
I am ready to go back to the days of limit
ed social programs so that people will be
forced to work and take responsibility for
themselves or perish. It is quite obvious that
the law of survival of the fittest (most deter
mined, hardest working) no longer applies to
humans. What a shame.
way and someone cut you off. For somejw
pie, that will ruin their day, but that perse:
that cut you off is long gone. Think about it,
Now, as for this Shauna Wells person, sit
sounds angry and very hostile. First of all,
do not know about the rest of you,
thought your race was a part of your
ance. Secondly, the reason there is no"
Accountants Society" is because this is a pre
dominantly white university.
What would be the point? The only place
a "White Accountants Society" would male
any sense would be at Prairie View A&Mor
TSU (or any other school where whites©
the minority).
People need to take time to think about
others' feelings and situations before they
make certain remarks. Always remember that
you can go to God with all of your faults©!
short-comings, and He will fix everythingi)
you just have patience and wait. God bless!
Vol. 93 N
Jennifer Jeffem,
Class ofOtl
Texas
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Tracey Jones hits target
with columns on racism
Pamela McCown
Class of ‘93
Combat racist attitudes
with positive outlook
I am responding to the two letters about
Tracy Jones' column. I can agree with what
Quentin Ellis wrote. However, I do have
two comments.
I am somewhat sure he did not actually
mean educated people should not dwell on
the issue of racism, but until the issue is re
solved totally, then someone has to "keep it
off the back burner." (If everyone kept their
eyes on God, we would not have such a
problem.)
You must admit the only thing that can
change is a prejudiced person's attitude, be
cause we cannot change our skin color (with
out the sun's help).
Tracy, when Quentin stated the quote,
"Seek and ye shall find," he was right. Any
minority that you are in, especially a racial
minority, you are going to receive some sort
of discriminatory response. Also, smile! If
someone does not smile back, ignore it and
go on with your life.
It is just as if you were driving on a free-
How can a person be so insensitive and j
bigoted? This question is aimed at Quentin
Ellis's response to Tracey Jones' column.Mr. I
Ellis said he was not surprised to find the {
subject of racism in her column — like it was ;
a viable topic, which it is — yet, he patron-11
ized her for writing on it.
I don't see what the comment he made h
about Tracey being "an educated lady" who j
could find another topic to write on had to
do with her decision to write on racism. Are .
you insinuating that she is choosing to write :
about a topic that educated people should |j
leave alone?
It's so easy for students like yourself to tn |
and overshadow racism and make student '
like Traceys and me believe that it is just a fig- 1
ment of our imagination. Excuse meifl'm ,
being rude, but saying "Howdy" toother
white students on campus is not a sure wav J
to avoid racism.
You said it yourself: the Dixie Chicker
caters to a certain type of audience which is 1
not black, so I don't understand why you fin;
it so hard to believe Tracey's feelings ofun
welcomeness there. I also don't see howyourj
comment on her going there more often "to
overcome her feelings of insecurity" is a sohy
tion to the problem.
Get your head out of the clouds. How
many people do you know who go back and
forth to a place they feel unwelcome at?!
didn't think so. Enough said.
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Monday, October 18, 1993
Rec Facility Hotline 845-073
★ Read Court Reservations 845-26H
★ Intramural Rain Out Info 845-262$\
★ Penberthy Golf Range 845-9653
★ Outdoor Equipment Rental ...845-4511
★ Rec Sports Office 845-78261
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Week At A Glance | Kyle Field Ramp Romp IV
Viva Mexico!
Mon., Oct. 18
'k Entries .Open;
A Field Goal Kicking
Flickerball
Mexican Horseback Trip
Backpacking Trip
Mountain Biking Trip
Flag Football Play-offs
posted- 10a.m.
Officials' Mtg.:
Flickerball-6 p.m., 164 Read
Nov. 6,1993 9:00 a.m.
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The 5K course begins at Kyle Field, winds its way through the
A&M campus, and culminates at Kyle Field where runners
tackle the ramps of the football stadium (not the stairs).
Divisions: Male/Female: 17 years & under, 18-19, 20-21,
22-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
Entry Fees:
Texas A&M students & faculty/staff with a rec membership: $7
Non-Texas A&M students and non-rec members: $10
Late registration for all runners (after Nov. 2): $12
Horseback Trip
January 11-15,1994
Registration begins today!
Experience a Mexican adventure this
winter break!
Tues., Oct. 19
★ Entries Close:
it Badminton Doubles
■A Pickleball Singles
A Punt, Pass, & Kick
A Canoe Trip
Awards: Fastest male and female runners will each receive a
$250 travel voucher from Continental Airlines, a pair of Fteebok
athletic shoes, courtesy of Campus Sports, and trophies from
Awards & More. The first three males/females in each age group
will receive medals.
Fast facts about the Rec Center
Door prizes and awards will be given.*
Proceeds to help benefit local Special Olympics.
Wed., Oct. 20
A Flag Football Play-offs begin
Fri., Oct. 22
A Pickleball Singles &
Badminton Doubles
Brackets Posted-2 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 25
A Entries Open:
A Bowling Singles
Registration and fees are taken
in 159 Read, Mon. - Thurs., 8 a.m.
- 5:30 p.m., and Fri., 8 a.m. - 5
p.m. Cash, local check, Visa,
MasterCard, and Discover
accepted.
Here's the latest about the new Student Recreation Center and
Natatorium.
The Student Rec Center :
• will not be collecting any student fees until the
building is open, Spring, 1995.
• will be located north of Olsen Field, across the street from
Kyle Field between Wellborn and Olsen Roads.
• will be available to all current students of Texas A&M,
provided they are taking classes and such, will be rec
considered members.
• will be available to faculty/staff, provided they pay a
membership fee.
• is a $36.4 million project with 286,000 square feet of
space. That's almost five times the surface area of Kyle Field!
• will help the staff of the Department of Recreational
Sports serve you better!
Join TAMU Outdoors and explore the
unique charm of rural Old Mexico-
the farming ajitos, ranches, ruinsofa
300 year-old presidio and small
communities that have existed since
the time of the conquistadors! Enjoy
spectacular canyons, waterfalls,
visitinga goat herdersjacal andscenk
mountain-top vistas stretching for
hundreds of miles.
This horseback adventure include:
hearty campfire meals, the horses,a
Mexican guide, and experienced
leaders of Lajitas Stables
Transportation and camping
equipment is also provided in thirl
package price of $418*/$440**.
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Read Bldg. For more info, call Pats)
at 845-3093.
TAMU Outdoors
Listed below are the trips and clinics for the rest of the semester,
you need more information, please call Patsy, 845-3093.
If
*Two vouchers for round-trip tickets on Continental Airlines
will be awarded as door prizes. The trips must be taken within the
continental U.S. or Mexico. No purchase necessary. Winners must
be present to receive their awards. For more info, stop in the Rec
Sports Office, 159 Read, or call 845-7826.
Trip
Backpacking Trip
Mt. Biking Day Trip
Rock Climbing Trip
Mexican Horseback
Winter Break Trip
Trip Pats Entries Open Entries Close Een
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