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Renee’s Nails, etc. Full Set Acrylic Nails $25.00 Refills $20.00 (Fast 30 min. service) 764-4500 Has moved to Concepts 900 Harvey Rd. Ste. 6 C1)S „ BWAKE1I01JSE WE BUY USED CD'S FOR $4.00 or trade 2 for 1 USED CD'S $8.99 or LESS 268-0154 (Now located downstairs at Northgate) IT Yes! ^ " We Have 1 Student , Airfares^ London $229* Paris $210* Frankfurt $210* Madrid $265* Rio de Janeiro $420* Costa Rica $145* * Fares are each way from Houston based on a roundtrip purchase. Restrictions apply and taxes not included. Call for other worldwide destinations. Council Ikavd 2000 Guadalupe St. • Austin, IX 78705 512-472-4931 The following information appears In compliance with the 1987 State of Texas Hazing Law: Texas Hazing Law Texas A&M University On August 31, 1987, a new law went Into effect In the State of Texas regarding HAZING. Below Is an abbreviated summary, in question and answer form, of the contents of that law and the applicability and implications for students, faculty and staff at Texas ASM University. THIS IS ONLY A SUMMARY. Certain points In the law have been omitted In this summary for editorial purposes. For the full text of the law, please see Appendix XI of the 1989-90 University Regulations. What la the definition of Hazing? “Hazing” means any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, occurring on or off campus of Texas ASM University, by one person alone or acting with others, directed against a student, that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of pledging, being Initiated Into, affiliation with, holding office in, or maintaining membership in any organization whose members are or include students at Texas ASM University. The term includes but is not limited to: (a) Any type of physical brutality, such as whipping, beating, striking, branding, electronic shocking, placing of a harmful substance on the body, or similar activity. (b) Any type of physical activity, such as sleep deprivation, exposure to the elements, confinement in a small place, calisthenics, or other activities that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that adversely affects the mental or physical health or safety of the student. (c) Any activity involving consumption of a food, liquid, alcoholic beverage, liquor, drug, or other substance which subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that adversely affects the mental or physical health or safety of the student. (d) Any activity that intimidates or threatens the student with ostracism, that subjects the student extreme mental stress, shame, or humiliation, of adversely affects the mental health or dignity of the student or discourages the student from entering or remaining registered in an educational institution, or that may reasonably be expected to cause a student leave the organization or the institution rather than submit to acts described In the subsection. (e) Any activity that induces, causes, or requires the student to perform a duty or task which involves a violation of the penal code. In addition, Texas A&M University has also defined hazing to include: (a) Misuse of authority by virtue of your class rank or leadership position. (b) Any form of physical bondage. (c) Any form of “Quadding". How do I commit a hazing offense? A person commits an offense if the person: (a) Engages in hazing. (b) Solicits, encourages, directs, aids or attempts to aid another in engaging in hazing. (c) Intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly permits hazing to occur. (d) Has firsthand knowledge of the planning of a specific hazing Incident involving a student of Texas A&M University, or firsthand knowledge that a specific hazing incident has occurred, and knowingly fails to report said knowledge in writing to the appropriate University official. Does it matter if I did not intend to hurt anyone? No. Texas A&M's policies state that if one of the above occurs, It Is HAZING, regardless of the intent. Does it matter if the person being hazed-agrees to the activity? No. The new law and Texas A&M’s policies state that if one of the above occurs, it is HAZING, regardless of the consent or cooperation of the recipient. What is the penalty if I am found guilty of hazing? (a) Failing to report hazing: Fine up to $1 ,CX)0 and/or up to 180 days in jail. (b) Hazing resulting in no serious bodily injury: Fine of $500 to $1,000 and/or 90-180 days in jail. (c) Hazing resulting In serious bodily injury: Fine of $1,000 - $5,000 and/or 180 days to 1 year in jail. (d) Hazing resulting in death: Fine of $5,000 - $10,000 and/or 1 -2 years in jail. (e) Except where the hazing results in death, the student may be required to perform community service in lieu of confinement in Jail. (f) The student may also be subject to University disciplinary action, up to and including removal from the University, in addition to or regardless of any penalty imposed by the state. Can an organization be found guilty of hazing? Yes. An organization commits an offense if the organization condones or encourages hazing or if an officer or any combination of members, pledges, or alumni of the organization commits or assists in the commission of hazing. Can I get into trouble for reporting hazing? No. Any person who reports a specific hazing incident involving a student to an appropriate University official is protected from civil or criminal liability. However, a person who reports in bad faith or with malice is not protected by this section. Where do I report hazing? Office of the Commandant 845-2311 If the hazing was committed by members of the Corps of Cadets. Department of Student ActivKiea 845-1133 If the hazing was committed by members of a Greek organization or other recognized student organization. Student Judicial Affaire Office 845-5282 all other incidents of hazing. The following Information appears In compliance with the 1987 state of Texas Hazing Law shown above: Student Organization Hazing Violations: Organization name: Phi Delta Theta Fraternity Dale of Incident: April 11-14,1991 Description of Incident: The fraternity was found guilty of the following Incidents of hazing during “Hell Week’ activities: consumption of alcohol by minors, paddling, creation of excessive fatigue, sleep deprivation, calisthenics, misues of authority by virtue of class rank or leadership position, physical discomfort, and embarrassment, harassment or ridicule. Action Taken: The Interfratemity Council Judidai Board placed the fraternity on probation for the 1991-92 academic year, as did the international headquarters of Phi Delta Theta. The IFC Judidai Board probation Includes five additional terms of probation and the headquarters probation Includes 12 conditions of probation. Organization name: Squadron 15 Date of Incident: September 29, 1991 Description of Incident: Striking of others with ax handle. After working hard all day at bonfire cut, the Commander was talking to the freshmen about motivation and maintaining a positive attitude. One of the fish asked what was done in "Ol Army" days? The Commander stated that ax handles were used at which time he asked one of the fish to bend over. The freshman did and the Commander struck him one time with the ax handle. This was repeated with each of the fish in the unit. Action Taken: The Unit Commander was placed on Corp Conduct Probation for the remainder of the Fall '91 semester and the Spring '92 semester; Forfeiture of Cadet Commander pay for one month and assist in the preparation and delivery of a training and information program for all outfit Commanders and First Sergeants. Page 6 The Battalion Wednesday, January 26,1 Lady Aggies prepare for Wilbert game with TCU hoopsters Continued from rage 5 is helped by never giving up. "He plays very aggressiveor[ the court," Iba said. "He is venl By Kristine Ramirez The Battalion The Lady Aggies' basketball team will take their undefeated conference record and four-game winning streak to Fort Worth tonight against the Texas Christian University Lady Frogs at 7 p.m. The Lady Frogs are 1-3 in the Southwest Conference and 5-9 on the season. The Aggies are 11-3 this season and in first in the SWC with a 3-0 record, but head coach Lynn Hickey says the team has to stay focused. "We have to go in with a lot of fo cus," Hickey said. "We can not go in low-key. For us to do well is impor tant for us. "TCU is a much improved "We have to take them out of their running offense.' Hickey said the basic game plan is to go with a press and try to take it inside. The team needs to execute on of fense, run the fast break and play a solid defensive game. Branch said. Two key players for TCU are forwards Donna Krueger, a 5-foot- 10 senior, and Janelle Hunter, a 6- foot junior, both of which are known for their mobility. Krueger is averaging 10.9 points and 4.7 re bounds, while Hunter is scoring 11.4 points per game and brings down 5.3 boards. The Lady Frogs' up-tempo offense is also a concern, McClel land said. "TCU is a pret ty solid basketball - Martha McClelland, >eam" McClelland ' said. The key for ' said. Ine key A&M center us is to stop them. We have to take team. They had a big win against Houston and went into overtime against SMU," she said. A&M sophomore center Martha McClelland agrees with Hickey. "We have the confidence of be ing undefeated in the conference, but we need to stay focused," Mc Clelland said. Sophomore guard Lisa Branch said the Lady Aggies have the mo mentum in the conference. "It's a very big game for us," Branch said. "Right now we're in first place and this game can help us out. They (TCU) have played well in the conference." igher them out of their running offense.' This is a big week for A&M in the conference race, Hickey said. A&M has never finished hh than fourth in the conference. "We have an edge if we can take care of business," Hickey said. The Aggies received 12 votes in the Associate Press Top 25 which is the highest A&M has ever received in the history of the poll. Hickey said the votes are well deserved but they still have a lot more to prove. After taking on TCU, the team will travel to Dallas on Saturday to play SMU. make it out of Bryan and into A&M," he said. But, he said he wants children to realize that it takes studying to reach A&M. "My parents told me to go to A&M and dedicate myself to books," Wilbert said. "Studying is like basketball. If I practice everyday, my basketball will im prove, and as I study everyday, my grades improve. Children in Bryan need to realize that. "By playing basketball at A&M, the attention focused on me will help get that message across to those kids. I want to serve as a role model to all kids in Bryan," he said. A&M head coach Tony Barone agrees that Wilbert's basketball has improved. "Joe's adjustment to this level of basketball has been rapid and faster than most kids," Barone said. "He has a great basketball I.Q." TCU head coach Moe Iba said Wilbert is a big-play player that active, and I thought he playet; very well. He survived his earl; troubles and made the big play for them went it counted." Wilbert said confidence is thi reason he does not let slow start bother him. "I have confidence, and thi helps me pick up my game," lit said. "If things go bad, I realia that it won't last a long time." Wilbert credits Bam Davis,his high school coach, will helping him gain the confides that has helped him at A&M. "I wouldn't be hereifii wasn't for Barry Davis," Will® said. "I was one of thosekii that wasn't into athletics, ft made me believe in myself." Davis, who was placedo: temporary paid leave of absenti from coaching last week, is fa; ing some problems at Brya: high, and Wilbert said he kee; his former coach in mind. "People will always saytl: negative not the positive tnira about you," Wilbert said, want him to persevere like heal ways told me." Wedn MICH BELII'' HEAT TONI TCU tough defense and said that v; the difference in the game. 'We have to be thankfultli Continued from Page 5 TCU mounted a small comeback, cutting the lead to eight points be fore A&M pulled away for good in the final three minutes of the game. Coach Barone said he was extremely pleased with his team's we're 4-0 and now look to Si and try to get another wir Barone said. "The biggestissl for us is, no one is going to those four game from us. We;j only take care of the next game I The Aggies' next gameisS| Jan.29 at G.Rollie White vet;; Southern Methodist Universih Sel Even pansion until Pokes Continued from Page 5 Then, as the Pokes took one on the chin from the Atlanta Fal cons, and Leon Lett donated a victory to the Miami Dolphins, the "Letters From Hell" re turned. "What happened to the Cow boys?" she asked in her letter. "Thank Leon Lett and the Cow boys for giving the 49ers home field advantage during the play offs." It was all in fun, 1 thought. But, did she have to punish me by sending me an authentic red and gold 49ers scarf? You see, I really can't handle the Pokes dropping games. It has something to with semi-tears pouring through my eyes. My belief that the Pokes were headed to Georgia never wa vered, but I try not to brag about the Pokes. I let Troy Aikman's, Emmitt Smith's, Michael Irvin's and the rest of the Pokes' play- ingdo the talking. ihe game was finally played ^ 1 ’ ‘ ‘ 1-law Sunday, and my sister-in- decided to show of her lack of football. Before the game was played, she decided leave me a phone message. "The Cowboys s —k, and they are going down," she said. "See you at the Super Bowl." Knowing that my family went through the Los Angeles earth quake last week, I excused the call as an effect of having her brain scrambled. But, at halftime I decided that my brother, a loyal L.A. Ram fan and Cowboys hater, and his wife should hear from me. I called them-and yes, I did call collect. "It is over, baby," I shouted at my brother. ^Maybe Steve Young and the 49ers can buy some tickets to the Super BowlA He told me the game wasn't over yet, and he could'nt believe I was calling collect for some thing as stupid as the game. By the Pokes blasting the 49ers on Sunday, I was saved from the thrashing that my fami ly gives me during Cowboys- 49ers games. Last year my uncle, remem bering when the 49ers got lucky in 1982 against the Pokes, bom barded me with bad Dallas 'The Catch," Tth C< he said. "I-Tfveek, p afraid you will be crying aga;: p ass ten years later. This time Sfeti t,• n ] p ' Young will throw the 'TheGtcl^' i' IT to Jerry Rico. i / o rcr d "Want to bet $50 thattl-B , , Cowboys will lose?" i 113 ? 6 * h That was a cheap shnth f a lon cause he knew I never Lit onfeB ortn ■>ect. Pokes. But, hearing the of my family and friends, ivk thought 1 did not believe inti Pokes, I bet him. Actually, 1 spent his motf on some nice Cowboy parsm nalia. Maybe next year when ® In th< port for In broa major L Rave ap; /ate then Jiew sell memories. "Hey junior, remember how you cried when the Cowboys lost after Dwight Clark caught Pokes and 49ers play for tkfclans to NFC championship everyomfence-rat will just let me bask in the a shown c ry of just watching the Poke: eil( j orse make it to the game. lftl%lewers don't, I will have to laughi:w omes q them again. Yesssss. "Violent Despi “A BREATHTAKING SPECTACLE ! A glorious sunburst of U movie. Guy Halley. COSMOPOLITAN Magazine Kenneth branagh MICHAEL KEATON 1 ROBERT SEAN LEONARD KEANU REEVES W EMMA THOMPSON “ ^ ^ ^ J EXUBERANT! Bruce Williamson, PLAYBOY Magazine MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING fWd -T DENZEL WASHINGTON A KENNETH BRANAGH FILM J. 1/27@7:00 • fill. 1/20@7:00 • Ml/29@7:00 FUlS 10.1/27 @9:30 • ft 1/28 @ 9:30 E MIDNIGHT • SAT. 1/29 @9:30 -Jo*I Si*9*l. 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