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By Geoff Blake
The word is out. Worldwide, people are wanting 
to slinga da ink, pusha da pen and feeda da 
squirrels at Union College. That's right,-folks, 
we’re not the best kept secret anymore (thank-, 
fully). In fact, Union now has the largest enroll-' 
merit since the fajl of 1984. To put that rn per­
spective, in 19841 was stHI in diapers (Granted,
I may have been a slower learner than the aver­
age diaper dandy...).
.' So why: the jbmp in enrollment? What' 
makes Unioin so attractive? Why did you-come 
to Union? When asked why she came, Amy . 
Dolinsky said, “I heard people are: nicer here." 
Another reason why Union .is now a favored 
choice is the relatively cheap tuition fees.: Caleb 
Henry summed it up: “Union is like a pack of 
Ramen...really cheap, but mmm so good."
Furthermore, Nebraska can be a pleasant 
change in weather and scenery, depending on 
where you're from (i.e., the North Pole). Angela 
Schafer said that one reason she came to Union 
was for the cold weather. Jonathan Hilliard 
claimed he: came for. the beautiful Nebraska.. 
grasslands.
The superb academic opportunities avail-: 
able here are yet another notable reason for 
Union's recent enrollment hike. Chris Stokes 
voiced, “One of the reasons I chose Union was 
because it has the program in Journalism I was 
looking for.” Austin Purkeypile, a Union Scholars 
student, had this ;to say about Union’s acade-. 
mics: “I don’t mean to condescend, which 
means to talk down to, but, I found that Union is 
the most capable of challenging my superior 
intellect.'
The reason for Union's enrollment boost
was summarized best by Jonathan Lucas and 
Cody Oavidson when they were asked why 
. they chose Union. Jonathon said he came for, 
“The friendly campus, the spiritual atmosphere, 
and the awesome professors.” Cody profound­
ly stated, “I came for the worid-class squirrels.”
Handshake Affair
1 
By Laura Kelley
S
tudents crowded into the 49er's 
field Saturday night, August 25, 
for the first ASB event of the 
year— the Handshake. The night 
started off with several crazy 
events and some major candy ingestion.
One of the first events was the infa­
mous hula hooping contest, which 
enticed three brave contestants to the 
front of the crowd. The contest eventual­
ly turned into a face off between Matt 
Wall and Cherilyn Van Tassel. In a des­
perate attempt to end the dizzying hoop­
ing , the contestants were told to hula 
with one leg on the ground 
The dual 
ended in a tie. "I practiced for months 
before this/ said Matt.
The costumes and break dancing were 
a sight to behold. The highlight of the
evening came, when freshman Jonathan 
Lucas made his debut by stating, "Even 
though I'm a freshman you can still cheer 
for me/ Jonathan broke into a disco dance 
that would make John Travolta jealous. He 
became an instant favorite!
After the excitement of the contests died 
down, it was time to get busy shaking 
hands. This year the crowd was split into 
two circles, one inside the other. After some 
confusion, everyone figured out where they 
were supposed to be, and the introducing 
finally began. "It was friendly," said Matt 
Christensen. When the handshaking was 
done, people were left with names spinning 
in their heads and smiles locked in posi­
tion.
The best part of the night for Kristen Eddy? 
"I liked the candy tables."
find more handshake photos on p.21
Student Services: The Student Advocate
tly Amanda Sauder_____________________________________________________________________
Union’s Grievance Policy Outlined
by Nikki Larkins________________________
Dl Hagele, Academic Vice President has out­
lined Union's Grievance Policy in order to 
eliminate any confusion about the correct 
way to handle an academic complaint at 
Union College. Students and teachers often 
use approaches that conflict with one 
another, creating tension and miscommu- 
nication. "I want to make students happy 
and represent faculty fairly," says Hagele. 
Students and faculty need to be aware of 
the following steps, which should be 
taken, when filing an academic complaint:
Talk to the course instructor first
Take the complaint to the instructor’s 
department chair.
(This is the only step not found in the student hand book.)
Contact Dr. Hagele.
Request a formal hearing with the 
Grievance Committee.
'There is a process intended to let faculty
and students respond to
concerns appropriately," says Dr. Hagele.
CABL Connections
fiy Amanda Sauder_____________________
CABL: it's all about connecting television 
and 
tofu. 
CABL, 
which 
stands 
for 
Collegiate Adventists for Better Living, is a 
General Conference sponsored program 
that operates through Union's Campus 
Ministries department CABL aims to teach 
Union students essential health principles 
and provide opportunities to put these 
principles into action. So where do televi­
sion and tofu come in?
Josh Leeker, the 2001-02 CABL Director, 
says his goal is to show students that being 
healthy doesn't have to be a drag. "You
Student Services, what's that again?" asks 
Aubrey Goble; sophomore elementary edu­
cation major.
Student Services, Union's student advo­
cate, is a newly reorganized department 
that deals with all areas of student life out­
side of the classroom. Responsibilities for 
the office include residence hall and vil­
lage issues, campus safety, worship credit 
and requests for worship credit, student 
discipline, student health, ASB sponsored 
activities, non-ASB activities, intramural 
sports, and counseling services for stu­
dents.
"(Student Services] want[s] to make 
each student's experience at Union College 
as positive as possible," says Dr. Linda 
Wysong, new Vice President for Student 
Services.
Dr. Wysong joined the Student Services 
team this summer. Linda may be new to 
Student Services, but she is no stranger to 
Lincoln, Nebraska or to Union College Dr. 
Wysong received her Doctorate in Higher 
Education 
Administration 
from 
the 
University of Nebraska Lincoln and was the 
first director of Union's Career Center from 
1993-96. Linda obtained her Bachelor's 
degree from Pacific Union College and her 
Masters degree from Andrews University, 
where she was most recently the Director 
of Human Resources for five years. 
Dr.
don't have to be a fanatic to be healthy," 
said Josh. "You can be healthy and have 
fun."
Some noteworthy CABL connections are 
CABL Cafe and the Runners Club. At the 
CABL Cafe, you can satisfy your craving for 
a tasty pre-bedtime snack with nutritious 
goodies and mingle with your pals after 
vespers. Don't miss your chance to sign up 
for the Runners Club if you need some 
extra motivation to lace up your sneakers. 
Mark your calendars with these other
Wysong, a mother, has also been a school 
principal, youth pastor, and health care 
administrator. An avid fan of the outdoors, 
she loves hiking, backpacking, gardening, 
skiing, and has run four marathons. She 
came to Union College because she is 
excited about working with "the greatest 
students of anywhere" who are brimming 
with life, energy, and ideas. "I see Student 
Services as an opportunity to affect stu­
dents through these vital years in their life. 
I would like to see them develop leadership 
and spiritual maturity."
Among many things, Dr. Wysong is anx­
ious to implement changes that improve the 
quality of student life. Student Services, will 
be setting up a committee to evaluate the 
current worship credit system. They will also 
be developing a quality improvement toun- 
cil that will study processes that need to be 
updated. Student Services will be working 
with Senate and will possibly be organizing 
a residence hall Senate to deal solely with 
issues that affect residence hall life. To con- 
tart Student Services, visit the new office on 
the first floor of the Dick Building (where the 
ESL office was previously located), email Dr. 
Wfysong (liwysong@ucollege.edu), or call 
(486-2507). Dr. Wysong extends an invita­
tion: 'We have an open door policy at 
Student Services and are very eager to hear 
from students!"
.Marilyn Carr 
Dean of Women 
2535
Ron Dodds 
Assistant Dean of Men 
2533
LeAnnMerth 
Assistant Dean of Women 
2535
Carol Gibson 
Student Health 
2554
Linda Wysong 
V.P. for Student Services 
2507
Joe Parmelf 
Dean of Men 
2534
Judy Joiner 
Office Manager 
2507
Kirk Brown 
Counselor 
2506
Sun Week 
Oct. 1*7
CABLCatf 
Oct. 5
Red Ribbon Week 
Oct. 22-26
Water Week 
Nov. 5-9
CABLCatf 
Nov. 9
Nutrition Week 
Dec. 3-7
Note:_____
The Clocktower regrets that it was 
not able to cover the terrorist 
tragedy in New York and Washington 
D.C. in this issue. We will, however, 
be running a special article next 
issue covering Union student and 
faculty reactions to this calamity. 
Please continue to pray for our coun­
try, the victim's families, and the 
people who assisted in the attacks.
L
ook to the person on your right 
and the person on your left. 
Imprint these faces in your mem­
ory and get to know them well 
now; because if your freshman 
class is typical, half of them won't be 
around come graduation," a staff member 
drones.
Yeah, I hope not. I scan the sea of scowl­
ing faces surrounding me. They say the 
friends you make in college are the friends 
you keep for life. Hmph. But so far, the 
prospects aren't looking good.
I guess I had imagined college life as a 
sort of heaven-away-from-home: pajama 
parties and pillow fights in the dorm, 
squirrel-feeding socials on the lawn, and 
the Chat—where everybody knows your 
name and they're always glad you came. 
What I first felt when I got to Union, how­
ever, was that the only person in the Chat 
who cared to know my name was the per­
son announcing it over the intercom; that 
the squirrels were the only ones paying 
attention to me on the sidewalk; and that 
if I got into a pillow fight with the girl
down the hall she'd probably knock me all 
the way to Toronto.
But I was wrong.
As the year progressed, I noticed that the 
more I set aside my first impressions and 
took a step to befriend the people around 
me, the more people seemed to care. 
I 
realized that everyone is going through the 
same trauma when they first get to college. 
People have bad days and they may not 
smile at you in passing or laugh with you 
in line at the cafe. But it doesn't necessari­
ly mean that they don't like you.
First impressions play a big role in how 
you view people these first few weeks of 
college. Even as a returning student, it is 
easy for me to judge people by what they 
wear, how they look, or how they look at 
me when I first meet them. However, I 
have come to the conclusion that first 
impressions are almost always wrong. 
Gather in all the information about some­
one when you first meet them, but don't 
let a bad first impression hold you back 
the rest of the year.
Get over it.
Have I Piqued Your Interest
H
ello, faithful reader, I, the copy editing ambassador, bring greetings from 
Crammarland. As the copy editor, my job is to help eliminate errors in the copy. 
Your job as the reader is to find those I left for you. Each issue, I will include a 
couple of helpful hints on either word usage or a common grammar faux pas. 
This issue's word to the weary; Pique-to provoke; arouse, (from Old French piquer to prick) 
The American Heritage Dictionary 3rd edition. This word is frequently mistaken with 
"peak" meaning the point of greatest development, value, or intensity. The former is a verb 
the latter a noun. An example of proper usage would be: I have piqued his curiosity, and 
his interest is now at its peak. Your helpful grammar tip this issue is: A dash—has no spaces 
around it. I hope I have fomented your thoughts.
Saturday Buffet Changes To Charge-per-ltem
By Brian Adams______________________________________
It's the first Saturday of the year, and 
you're starving. You snarl and claw your 
way out of College View Church, rushing 
to snatch the first morsels off the great 
cafeteria buffet table. Panting, you enter 
the cafeteria, only to be greeted by a long 
line and charge-per-item food delivery. You 
note your auspicious attire and the carillon 
music dinging in your ears,- it really is the 
Sabbath day. Why the change? Is nothing 
sacred?
'There was just too much abuse of the 
buffet style," stated Pat Parmele, Food 
Service Director.Pat cited the following as 
the worst abuse cases:
1. Some students entered the cafeteria to visit 
or purchase non-buffet Items and then took 
advantage of the opportunity for free buffet food.
2. Students abused the flexibility of take-out 
by stuffing trays, sometimes filling both the bot­
tom and the lid, then feeding a friend outside the 
cafeteria who did not pay for the buffet.
Pat admits that although the charge-per- 
item style has eliminated these problems it 
has increased the wait time for food. 
Although this is not a serious issue present­
ly, this will be a growing concern as the 
weather gets colder.
"Ihe lines have definitely increased." 
said junior Tim Kuntz. Tim also stated that, 
"It would be great to have the buffet back: 
I long for the glory days of self-serve ice 
cream."
Not everyone shares Tim's longing for 
the old order of things. "My rice, peas, and
The District
[josh Leeker_____________________________
The Student Senate, headed by ASB 
Executive Vice President Scott Cushman, 
is planning to restructure the districts this 
year. Instead of representatives being in charge 
of seventy or more people, Cushman has 
designed a plan that would more evenly 
distribute people into their district. This 
allows for better communication between 
the senators and their constituents. The 
restructuring plan is still under construc­
tion and must be passed by Joe Parmele, 
sponsor of the Senate, before any changes 
can be made.
salad are definitely cheaper charge-per- 
item. For those of us who are light eaters, 
this is a more economical option." coun­
tered sophomore Cherilyn Van Tassel.
"I realize that there is a difference of 
opinion about buffet versus charge-per- 
item and I'm interested in hearing the stu­
dents' opinions on this issue," stated Pat. 
"I am willing to return to buffet style, if 
that is what the students want, under con­
ditions that will protect those who were 
responsible with that system ." The condi­
tions to return to buffet style are as fol­
lows:
1. Everyone who enters the dining room on 
Saturday mutt purchase the buffet. Searching 
for friends or entering to purchase non-buffet 
items will not be allowed.
2. Take-out will only be allowed for desk work­
ers on duty during lunch time.
"If the students want to return to buffet 
style with the new conditions, that's Fine," 
said Pat. "Otherwise we, will continue 
with charge-per-item."
The Clocktower wants to hear from U.
What is your favorite Sabbath afternoon 
serving style? Would you accept the pro­
posed conditions to return to buffet style 
serving? Or are you content with charge- 
per-item?
To submit your 150-250 word response, 
please see the Issues Section on page. Space 
permitting we will print as many responses as 
possible in the next edition of the Clocktower.
Undercover Graduate
Lame Purkeypile____________________________
PA co-worker surprised his department 
at a recent staff meeting when he arrived in 
the regalia of his graduation cap and long 
hood neckpiece. For some time, Clinical 
Director Cliff Korf has quietly been work­
ing on his Masters. Korf qualified for his 
MPAS after completing hundreds of clini­
cal observation hours and documentations 
in Cardiology. When asked why he decid­
ed to reveal his degree in such a memo­
rable manner, he says that it wasn't a pre­
meditated prank it just popped into his 
mind the night before.
Projects That Impacted
leather Kampf_________________________
"You do this for free?" was the common 
question around town on Thursday, August 
30. This year's Project Impact included 
nearly all of the Union College student 
body and was spread out over 40 different 
sites designated for helping the communi­
ty. Students and faculty members ga^e up a 
day free of classes and volunteered to aid 
with activities that ranged from yard work 
to toilet scrubbing.
Mark Christensen, a first-time Project 
Impact aid who opted to sort and fold chil­
dren's clothes at a local youth home. He 
felt that he missed out b/not participating 
last year. Sarah Lockett, site leader and one 
of the 10 who worked with Mark on this 
project, says, "I realized that helping the 
community made me feel good. It was 
like a returned favor that I didn't even 
intend for myself."
Across town another group of dedicat­
ed Unionites toiled with cleaning bath­
rooms, stuffing envelopes, washing walls, 
and completing other odd jobs at the Food 
Bank of Lincoln. One of these participants 
was Kelly Hauck, a junior communications 
major with a public relations emphasis. "I 
did it so I could feel useful in helping the 
community. It's very fulfilling to hear com­
ments from people like, 'I've never seen 
people work as hard as Union College kids 
do.' I feel proud of where I come from." 
Freshman Haylee Valentin admits that clean­
ing and 
painting walls 
at Daywatch 
Homeless Shelter was a humbling experi­
ence. She also says that she's looking for­
ward to participating again next year. 
Sophomore Carissa Amick, who worked at 
the YWCA performing miscellaneous chores, 
says that in addition to helping the needy, 
one can learn a lot about the institution 
where he or she is volunteering.
Manual labor wasn't the only type of 
work being done that day. A group of 10 
students offered their acting and musical 
talents to the Orchard Park Assisted Living 
center on South 48th Street. Matt Gal, 
who helped the group lead praise songs for 
the elderly, agrees that it felt good to help 
others. He states, "Adventists have a respon­
sibility to serve other people. After all, it's 
an imitation of Christ."
find project impact photos on p.21
Notice a few missing faces?
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Union students have chosen to go all over the world and help with teaching and other mission­
ary work. Currently there are 30 students who have chosen to go overse as asstudent missionaries 
and nine students as Task Force workers at various academies in North America helping to teach 
and run the dorms. Below is a list of this year's Student Missionaries and Task Force workers:
Aimee Bennet - Cayman Islands 
Amy Shepard - Czech Republic 
Anita Rocchio- Mexico 
Bill I leinrich- Cambodia 
Cassie Jo Johnson- Yap 
Chris Hvenson- Hbeye 
Darcia Cillham- Japan 
Diana Jones- if Salvador 
Greg & Jessica Carlson- Woja 
I Hilary Neff- Philippines- AFM 
Jessica Anderson - HI Salvador 
Karen McAurthur - Czech Republic .
Katie Cordes- Austria
Kayla Ihom- Majuro
Kim I liggins - Mongolia
loralee I lagen - China
Marsha Steiner - Czech Republic
Mary Mullins- Korea
Michael Smith- Japan
Mike & Karla Bascom- Guam
Naomi Woods- Australia
Nick Baybrook- Norway
Peter Mcl lenry- Ecuador
Philip Burks- Papua New Guinea-AI:M
Roland la France- Taiwan '
Sissel Schlisner- Czech Republic 
Tim & Amy Soper- Cuam
Rees Hall Is Bursting at the Seams
Laura Rumsey_________________________________
September 5, 2001 • Women's Dorm Life
Rees Hall is bulging this semester with 
328 girls and barely enough rooms. Despite 
the cramp for space, Mrs. Merth, Associate 
Dean of Women, can still say with a smile, 
"We don't want anyone to leave." To accom­
modate for this unusually large number, 
three guest rooms and two storage rooms 
have been1 turned into living spaces. 
Unfortunately, guest and storage rooms do 
not have telephone connections or ether- 
net. Some rooms are even missing sinks 
and drawers. However, by doing this the 
deans have managed to find space for every 
girl in Rees Hall and have avoided sending 
girls off campus.
Andrew Barnett, Mile High Academy 
Andrew Gray, assistant boys' dean at 
Maplewood Academy in Minnesota
Danielle Cerst, LB leader at Campion Academy, 
loveland, Colorado
Dustin Krassin, assistant boys' dean at 
Dakota Adventist Academy
Gabriel Gonzales, assistant boys' dean at 
Enterprise Academy in Kansas
Jeremiah Troudt, assistant boys' dean at 
Platte Valley Academy in Nebraska
KaDene Carrett, assistant girls' dean at 
Maplewood Academy in Minnesota
Sara Johnson, staff worker at Miracle Meadows in 
West Virginia
11m Floyd, assistant boys' dean at 
Sunnydale Academy in Missouri
Ministerial Club Planning a Busy Year
On August 30, Ministerial Club members 
put away their paint brushes and golden t- 
shirts from Project Impact and enjoyed a 
ski picnic at Pawnee Lake. From lakeside 
picnics to candlelit banquets, the Ministerial 
Club has great plans for the year.Ministerial 
Club activities this year include:
• Five soup suppers at faculty homes
• September 28-30—Broken Arrow Ranch 
retreat with speaker Ron Carlson
• December 9—Christmas banquet
• February—Agape Feast
• April 14—Senior Recognition Banquet
What Would Ella Want?
Josh Leeker____________________________________________________
Monday: 9:30 a.m.
1 leave my dorm room in hopes of find­
ing a place of refuge.
Destination: The Ella Johnson Crandall 
Memorial Library
* I'm feeling on top of the world because 
I realize that I will be done with my home­
work by noon. I walk through the illustri­
ous pillars of the Don Love Building, only 
to find out that Ella ain't givin' me no 
lovin'.
The Library is closed.
No I understand that it is a holiday and 
working would defeat the purpose of this 
grand day, but when I am assigned home- 
work (notice that little word) by my teach­
ers, I think it would be appropriate that the 
resources offered by Union College be open!
Which brings me to my next point...
The computer lab, located on the third 
floor of the Everett Dick building. This 
grand establishment was only open from 
4-11 p.m. on the lovely evening of September 
3, 2001.1, along with many other students, 
were quite disappointed by this. Many of 
us do not own computing devices which 
would allow us to do homework in the com­
fort of our dorm rooms. I am still required 
to type (not print) papers for my teachers. So 
I, along with many other students, rely on 
the computer lab to accomplish this task.
And so I think my point is understood. 
We, the students for Union College, rely on 
the resources of the school to better our 
education.
New Location, Old Place
Carrie Purkeypile_________________________
The UC Marketing and Communications 
Department has found a new home in the 
historic Carnegie building on the south­
west corner of campus. The stone structure 
was built when Union donated the land to 
the city for use as a public library. The city 
constructed and continued to use the edi­
fice until 1965 when the library services 
shifted to the current Gere location. At that 
time, Union took advantage of the corner 
of campus once more by managing the 
National Public Radio Station KUCV (later 
sold to UNL). In 1989, Midwest Computer 
systems took over the site and stayed there 
until this year.
How to Project Impact All Year
Anna Hartfield____________________________________
With Project Impact's recent 20th 
anniversary celebration, volunteering is on 
the minds of many students. But what 
most of them don't know is where to go to 
become further involved. That is where the 
Joe Mertz Volunteer program comes in. 
Located in the Campus Ministries office, 
this program is committed to connecting 
students with the opportunity to help 
those in need.
Although many of the programs have 
not yet started, the Joe Mertz Center offers 
a wide variety of volunteer opportunities 
for students who want to be involved in 
the Lincoln area. Angela Mathews, this 
year's program director, is excited about 
not only the opportunities that already 
exist but also the new programs she is hop­
ing to get started. "I would like to get an 
Adopt-A-Grandparent program going, and 
I would also like to become more involved 
with helping out Goodwill, by distributing 
items that have been collected."
In the next few weeks, students will have 
a variety of choices available. One option 
will be to go downtown and help run Kingdom 
Kids, a program Angela describes as a 
Vacation Bible School for inner city chil­
dren.
Students may also help at the down­
town soup kitchen on the first Sabbath of 
each month or get involved with Big 
Brothers/ Big Sisters, which works with the 
Joe Mertz program to connect children with 
Union College students they can look up 
to. For an uplifting Sabbath afternoon 
activity, students can lead out in Singspiration 
at Union Manor or aid Rhythmic Sports with 
handicapped children on Sabbath morn­
ings. Since most students don't actually 
have time to volunteer during the week, 
the Joe Mertz Center holds the majority of 
its programs on the weekends, particularly 
Sabbath afternoon.
Now that you have the opportunity, 
take the time to get involved!
K’s Fun! Intramurals, That Is
iiikki larkins___________________________
Scott Wilde grins from ear to ear when dis­
cussing his plans for the 2001/2002 school 
year. Is it because he plans to add another 
degree to his collection? (He received a BS 
in Business Sports Management last spring 
and a BS in Computer Information Systems 
in 2000.) Not this year! Instead, he has 
taken on the challenge of being the new 
director for Union's intramurals program. 
His main goal is to allow "...kids to have fun 
and break from the stresses of school." 
First semester brings football, co-ed soft- 
ball, putt-putt golf, and volleyball. Second 
semester offers basketball, hockey, bowl­
ing, and indoor soccer. Scott's only regret is 
that many participants were not told that 
softball would also be played on Wednesday's 
(as opposed to Sunday's only). He sincere­
ly apologizes to anyone who adjusted his 
or her schedules according to this error. He 
hopes the miscommunication can befor- 
given because, "It's fun! Sign up!"
Business Division Hires Alumni
Prion Adams_____________:_____________
Over the summer, two alumni joined 
the Business & Computer Science Division. 
Cyndi Brown, class of 1980, is the new office 
manager replacing Shirley Rumsey. Ryan 
Reinke, class of 1997, joins the division as 
a contract teacher for the Individual Tax 
class, allowing current staff to adjust to 
schedule changes. "We are excited to have both 
Cyndi and Ryan in our division this year," 
stated Ariie Fandrich, Business Division Chair.
Cyndi, who has been a full-time mom 
for twenty years, enjoys music and decorat­
ing. When asked about her best Union College 
memory, Cyndi remembers first meeting 
her future husband under the docktower.
After graduating with an accounting and 
management degree; Ryan worked for Adventist 
Health Systems and Ernst & Young. Ryan is 
glad to be back home in 
Lincoln working as a C.P.A. at Buck, Smith 
& Associates. "It is great to be back contribut­
ing in a small way to a department who 
was so instrumental in my success as a pro­
fessional," says Ryan.
Computer Terminals Removed from Rooms
Laura Jiumsey_____________1________________
September 5, 2001 • Women's Dorm Life
Computer terminals in dorm rooms 
have been removed this year in order to 
better accommodate student needs and 
allow more space for personal computers. 
Terminals were removed a few days before 
girls arrived in the dorm. The decision to 
remove the terminals was made by 
Information Systems. "We see the future of 
computers moving toward wireless," explained 
Tom Becker, Director of Information Systems, 
"Our goal is provide students with the best 
connectivity possible." Information Systems 
is working to install wireless technology in 
Rees Hall during the semester.
The Blue Light Special is Back
Anitra Reynolds____________________________
Security at Union College is in full force 
and ready to serve you. Whether you need 
an escort, see suspicious activity, or just 
want a ride in the security Mule, give cam­
pus security a call. The daytime phone num­
ber for campus security is 486-2507. You can 
also reach them after hours at 432-3964.
Senior Curfew Changes
kafra Reynolds______________________
"There were no hidden agendas," said 
Ron Dodds, Assistant Dean of Men, about 
the recent curfew change. This summer the 
Union College Dean's Council, agreed that 
three o'clock is late enough. Twenty-two 
year olds and seniors now have a curfew of 
three a.m., as opposed to no curfew at all.
"We just like to know where you are at 
least by three," said Dodds.Another reason 
for the change is that 22-year olds are old 
enough to live off campus. Last year, some 
students without a curfew felt that they 
didn't need to sign in or have room check 
at night. This posed problems for deans, 
R.A.'s, and also roommates that were nei­
ther 22 nor a senior.
The new curfew change, however, does­
n't seem to be affecting many'.male resi­
dents. Many male (dorm residents are not 
even aware of the switch. As Geno Palmieri 
put it, "I didn't know there was a change." 
Cheryl Searles, a female senior, is aware of 
the change and is not pleased. Cheryl feels 
that freedoms have been taken away. She 
added, "Not that I would, but I liked knowing 
that I could stay out all night if I wanted to."
SAA Picnic or Hey Boo-Boo, I gots me a basket!
PaulineDeeb_______________________________
Wednesday, August 22 marked the annual 
SAA Picnic at Holmes Lake. Organized by 
Alumni Activities Director, Karlyn Lewis, 
the afternoon was filled with food, fellow­
ship, and fun.
"Any event with free pizza is a good 
event," sophomore Heidi Erickson remarked. 
And free Valentino's pizza there was. Many 
smiling students left the park with entire 
boxes of pizza to take back and enjoy as a 
midnight snack. But pizza wasn't the only 
incentive.
"It's a good time to meet new people," 
ASB Executive Vice-President Scott Cushman 
said. "And it is also a good time to scope 
out the scene for the year." Many males 
understand that what Scott really meant 
was that it was a good time to check out 
the girls.
The picnic provided a variety of ways to 
meet girls and guys alike. Many students
September 4 marked the 50th anniver­
sary of Dr. Virginia Simmons' first day of 
teaching. When asked why she decided to 
become a teacher, Dr. Simmons replies, "I 
just always knew I wanted to. I never had a 
question." Excited to begin in 1950, Dr. 
Simmons finished the mandatory one year 
of college and was hired by a public school 
at the age of 17. Then she found out that 
one had to be at least 18 years of age in 
order to receive ateaching certificate, she 
returned to college for another year. Once 
Dr. Simmons was awarded her certificate, 
she took a job at Cincinnati Elementary 
School where she taught for eight years 
before leaving to work in the Adventist 
school system.
What motivates someone to dedicate 50 
years of their life to teaching? 'I truly love 
the students," Dr. Simmons answers. Her 
love is evident throughout her track record. 
She has taught at a total of seven schools 
and held every position ranging from 
teacher to principal to head of the educa­
tion department at Union College where 
she has worked since 1973. She has taught
participated in volleyball, football, and 
frisbee. "The fellowship of the volleyball 
players was great," sophomore Tim Jordan 
said. "There was an enjoyable, laid-back 
atmosphere, just like here at Union. If you 
messed up, it didn't matter."
Frisbee players frolicked alongside the 
busy volleyball courts. Although frisbee 
might not seem like a very exciting sport, 
senior Ryan Willis disagrees: "It was the 
most fun part of the evening. Especially 
because I got to spend time with my 
favorite Canadian buddy, Pauline. She has 
mad frisbee skills." Then he added with a 
smile, "We were keeping it real."
ASB President, Gina Jacob, summed up 
the evening by saying, "The SAA picnic is 
something I look forward to every August. 
The tradition of kicking off the school year 
together sets the tone for the rest of the year. 
Coming together is what Union's all about."
find pizza feed photos on p.21
at all levels from kindergarten to graduate 
school. Dr. Simmons says she has had so 
much variety in her career that she never 
had a chance to get bored.
About eight years ago at the George 
Stone School, where Dr.rmmons still serves 
as principal, both of the ^eachers became 
pregnant at around the same time. Dr. 
Simmons remembers, "We brought all of 
the youngsters together to announce the 
news and to discuss just what it meant. 
After our meeting one of the younger stu­
dents remarked, 'Oh, no! I suppose this 
means that Dr. Simmons is going to have a 
baby, too.' Keep in mind this was only 
eight years ago."
The most rewarding moment in Dr. 
Simmons' career came last year at the SDA 
teachers' convention in Dallas. Every few 
minutes, different pupils were tapping her 
on the shoulder because they wanted to let 
her know that they were now teachers also. 
She estimates that she was reunited with 
between 200 and 300 of her former stu­
dents that day. She says, "I could have 
retired right then and been happy."
Getting to Know Mrs. Wahlen
Suzanne Current__________________________
Gina Wahlen is the newest assistant profes­
sor of public relations and journalism. Gina 
will be teaching both communication and 
English classes at Union this year. In an inter­
view, Mrs. Wahlen provided some background 
information about herself.
Question: "Where did you live before mov­
ing to Lincoln?"
Gina Wahlen: "I lived in Cambridge, 
England, for nearly three years and in 
Zaokski, Russia for six years."
Q: "What did you do while in Russia?"
W: "In Russia, I taught English and writing 
classes at the Zaokski Theological Seminary, 
a Seventh-Day Adventist college and first 
ever protestant seminary in the history of 
Russia."
Q: "And in England?"
W: "While in Cambridge, I worked at 
Cambridge University in the Russian 
Studies program at the Scott Polar Research 
Institute."
Q: "Would you mind telling us about your 
family?"
W: "I love my family! My husband, Clint, is 
finishing a Ph.D. in New Testament and 
Greek classes at the Zaokski Seminary. We 
have two children, Daniel, who is nine, 
and Heather, who is four."
Q: "What are your hopes for this year?"
W: "I'm looking forward to a great year, 
where I have the wonderful 
opportunity of working together with a 
great group of students and faculty 
members."
Q: "How has Union made an impact on 
you so far?"
W: "Everyone has been so friendly and 
helpful. I've also been enjoying the hot 
weather!'"
Q: "What one thing would you tell the 
Union students?"
W: "What you are to be, you are becoming 
now.' The goals and patterns you are setting 
now will be with you the rest of your life. 
The best investment you can ever make is 
investing in a relationship with Jesus 
Christ. Take the time—you'll be amazed at 
the difference it makes!"
Dr. Simmons Begins 50th Year of Teaching Career
Cassie Milnes___________________________!______________________________________________
1. Did you find the people helping with registration helpful and 
knowledgeable about what was going on?
2. Could you find your way around easily?
3. Do you think It would be possible to do registration in one 
day?
4. If registration continues to be a two day process, do you think 
new students should be registered in one day and the returning 
students on another?
5. Are there things that you felt could be done before or after 
registration to make it less busy and cluttered?
6. Would it be easier to hold it elsewhere?
Name: Dean Poblete 
Year. Senior 
Major Graphic Design
1. 
Yes, I did. I got done in no time.
3. No, there are so many factors involved in a student's life.
4. No, two days for old and new allows for the most flexibility.
5. For our size, I think it went perfectly fine. There are always 
things and situations we can or can't control. All in all, I think 
it went well. Maybe club booths else where?
6. If student enrollment increased signiflcandy, maybe a bigger place.
7. If all major steps could be located in the same place and be run 
by more than one person
7. Are there ways you feel registration could be streamlined? A 
way that lines could be cut down?
8. What did you feel were good things; what did you enjoy?
9. Any general thoughts you would like to add?
Name: Mike Wall 
Year Sophomore 
Major Biology
1. Well I was a little bit confused about the religious credit station 
for the returning students.
2. After finding the religious credit station, yes.
3. Well, if you have the patience to stand in line for 19 hours then yes.
4. Let's think about this one ...NO!
8. 1 loved running from the Dick Building to the Don Love 
Building then to the Dick Building again, then to my room, then 
to the Dick Building.
9. Yeah, they made me lie at the religious credit station and say 
that 1 would attend more chapels.
Nama: Tala Lam-Yuan
Year Senior 
'
Major Accounting
7. It depends on what the students need to do to register. For sure, 
everyone needs to take pictures and that line may not be short at all.
9. The Business Club did a good job putting their sign-up sheet 
outside. 1 think the other clubs should do the same and put 
their tents outside instead of being squooshed in one small area.
8. Two days for registration, club booths, Business Club's outdoor 
booth idea.
9. There's always room for improvement.
Nama: Chari Bautistalla 
Year Sophomore
Major Business Administration/Nursing
5. 
Get computer stuff figured out first, before registration.
8. ASB, Ministerial Club
9. Yeah, I wish you guys would provide snacks for nonfreshman people
Name: Leah Wold 
Year Second Year 
Major Biology
1. 
No, there was computer problems and I had to 
wait in line for two hours when no one knew what was going on.
3. 
Freshmen no, the rest of us yes.
5. Get the computer stuff figured out first.
7. Freshmen on one day and everyone else on another.
8. Having it done with.
9. Have snacks!!
Nama: Joshua Nowack 
Year Junior
Major Business Administration
8. I think Business Club had a good idea 
putting their tent away from everything else.
Name: Wayne Chan
Year Sophomore
Major Nursing
2. Sure, since I have been here for a year already.
3. It would be extremely stressful for freshmen.
4.1 think returning students could have one day for registering 
because most of them know the process well and had 
preregistered already. But for the new students, two days 
would be better.
Name: Martha Majocha 
Year Junior 
Major Graphic Oesign
2. Yes, there were, for the most part, clearly directed signs around campus.
3. Yes, if you're a returning student who is preregistered and has 
financial clearance.
4. Yes, it would probably shorten some of the lines.
5.1 am not sure. Perhaps, sign-up for clubs could be done another day.
7. There might be more people available to develop two or three lines 
in areas where lines are the longest, such as financial.
8. 
Most people were pleasant and tolerant of the long lines.
5. Students always find the classes which fit their schedules 
full at the day of registration, preregistration could help a lot
7. Since the Records Office is the first step, it always has a 
long line on the first day. Opening one more window on 
the first day would definitely help.
8.1 enjoyed seeing the returning students, faculty, and staff that day.
9. This was my own experience with Snoopy log-in. Before 
the end of the semester last year, Snoopy required us to 
change our password. When I got back after the summer 
Information Systems had us change our password again. 
It would be better if we could skip this step and log on 
Snoopy right away.
Name Danny Cook
Yean Senior
Majon CIS
1. Yes, the people doing the registration process were helpful and 
knowledgeable. I felt that the Information Systems department. 
Could have had the computer system up and running a little better.
2. This is my fourth year. I would have been done in less than one 
and a half hours. I ended up having to wait for one to two 
hours for the computer to take me off of overload status.
3. Yes, if the computer system has the bugs worked out ahead of time.
4.1 like the option to do my registration either day it makes it 
more flexible for me.
5. I think you should know my answer to this question. I'll get 
off the backs of IS, for now...
8. Sometimes lines aren't all that bad. You are given a choice to 
talk to new students and visit with old friends.
9. Keep up the good work and don't bug me to join your club! I'll 
get to your table shortly.
Namt: Laura Hataan 
Yean Freshman 
Majon Pre-Med
2. Yes, it was a little disorganized, but I was fine
3. No, it was packed on both days.
5. Put everything in one area and not so spread-out.
6.1 
don't know where else it could be done.
7. Make parts of it possible through the preregistration process.
8. It was in a/c, students were running the booths.
Name: Anthonlut Tlmang 
Yean Junior 
Majon CIS
3. It's possible to do registration in one day. Unless you have 
financial problems (then] you can't do it in one day.
8.1 
enjoyed meeting new students.
Next Week’s Question
What is your favorite Sabbath serving style: buffet or charge- 
per item? Why do you prefer this style? Would you accept 
the proposed conditions (as listed in the article "Saturday 
Buffet Changes to Charge-per-Item" on pg. 4) to return to 
buffet style serving? Or are you content with charge-per- 
item? To submit your 150-250 word response, contact 
Christina through the information below. We will print as 
many responses as possible in a future edition of the 
Clocktower. You may also e-mail responses to Food Service 
Director, Pat Parmele, at paparmel@ucollege.edu. 
Christina's contact information:
Telephone: 488-2152.
E-mail: c4smith@ucollege.edu or thedraco@yahoo.com
T
he dead man came out, his hands 
and feet wrapped with strips of 
linen, and a cloth around his face. 
Jesus said to them, "Take off the 
grave clothes and let him go 0 
(John 11:44, NIV)
Jesus has just brought a very good friend 
back from the dead, and the first thing he 
says is "remove his grave clothes." Most 
people in Jesus' sandals would have been 
doing a victory dance, running around get­
ting high fives from surrounding persons, 
or at least yell, "Ha! Did ya see that? Not 
too shabby, eh?" But Jesus doesn't even run 
to embrace his friend who had passed 
away, no hug, no affirming words, just a 
desire to get his grave clothes off. Quite 
frankly, I don't blame him.
Grave clothes, after a few days, would be 
very stinky. Saturated with rot and must, 
they would not be the most becoming gar­
ments one could wear. Simply put, these 
clothes were foul.
The Lord of life did not want his friend 
to be walking around with the clothes he 
was buried in. He wanted no trace of death 
on I^azarus. Lazarus would not make a very 
good witness in his putrid pajamas. When 
Jesus restores life, it is life abundant 
(John 10:10). There is no room at the inn 
for the things that have passed away. 
Lazarus was removed from his grave 
clothes and was then permitted to go. 
There was much rejoicing and (.azarus 
proved to have an effective testimony and 
influence on many people. I lad he refused 
to take his clothes off, I doubt that people 
would have embraced him as readily.
When 1 was in 9th grade I got a taste 
of...er, smell of some special articles of 
clothing. It was the much anticipated 
square dancing unit of gym class when the
great discovery was made. We were herded 
into the wrestling room (go figure) where 
the floor was padded and soft. Because of 
the floor- texture, we were required to 
remove our shoes. Splendid. The proce­
dure was moving along nicely until a gen­
tleman named Chris removed, or rather, 
pried off his shoes. Good glory! Ilis socks 
were so yellow they could have glowed in 
the dark. Big deal you say? Who cares if his 
socks were yellow? Let me share an inter­
esting tidbit of information: they weren't 
yellow when he bought them.
The sight of those yellow socks silenced 
the padded dance hall. At first we thought 
it was just the lighting, but then the smell 
came. It wasn't one of those stinks that 
simply drifts past your nose and then 
makes its exit out the nearest door or win­
dow. No, no. This is a stink that came in 
waves that rolled over your entire face, 
crawled up your nose, and then blew up. 
Teargas was potpourri in comparison to 
this onslaught. As I fell to the floor, I began 
asking the girls if they had any mace I 
could smell to take away the pain. Awful.'
Eventually, the smell calmed down 
(either that or .we got used to it) and we 
lined up against the walls. Just as we 
thought all human suffering had ended, 
the teacher said, "Alright, find a dance 
partner." It was one of the many times I 
have thanked the Lord that I le didn't make 
me a woman. Girls hit the deck, hid under 
mats, grabbed any boy they could find 
with white socks, and tried climbing the 
walls. Chris just stood there smiling, 
walked up to a girl, and held out his hand. 
The girl began rocking back and forth and 
it took several minutes of coaching from 
the P.H. teacher before she accepted her sit­
uation.
I wish I could give you a heartwarming 
story about how this girl grew up and fell 
in love with Chris; but the truth is, she 
never danced with him again and she was 
happy about that. As a matter of fact, none 
of the girls that got paired off with him fell 
for Chris unless it was because of the over­
powering smell of his cotton blend cata­
strophes. We told him that the socks had 
to go; we offered to buy him socks, but he
always refused and said his were fine. He 
almost seemed to enjoy the reaction he got 
from people. Sad. Eventually, the teachers 
said that girls didn't have to dance with 
him because it was getting to be too much.
Now then, what does all this business 
have to do with us as Christians? Simple. 
When we come to Christ looking to be 
healed, resurrected, and reborn into His 
life, we have grave clothes—clothes tainted 
with our old life, our life when we were 
dead to the Prince of Life—and unless 
those clothes are removed our witness is 
damaged severely.
When you decide to hang on to things 
from your past or even recent experiences 
that have hurt, confused, or frustrated you, 
they will have an affect on those around 
you. Number one, it is hard to carry 
around past disappointments and failures. 
And number two, when these "grave 
clothes" are left on, they can weigh down 
others because all they get when they are 
around you is depression and worry. I 
wonder how many people have lost faith, 
hope, 
and 
their joy because we 
as 
Christians, have discouraged people with 
things in our life that should have been 
filed away as forgiven and done with.
It is hard to prevent certain aspects of 
our lives from shaping our outlook on ours 
and others lives. It is still our choice to 
allow Jesus to take off our grave clothes, 
our sinful experiences. They won't go away 
on their own. We need to consciously 
allow Jesus to help us. Remember, Lazarus 
had to allow those grave clothes to be 
taken away before he could go. We need to 
remove those foul things before we can be 
an effective witness. Through a prayerful 
mindset, based on God's promises, Jesus 
can take off those old clothes full of death 
and sin. Jesus wants to clothe us with love, 
joy, and faith. He wants to put clothes of 
life on us. We are to dress up in our salva­
tion. We are to fasten our faith on. We need 
to get dissatisfied with negative experiences 
shaping our viewpoints. We need to be 
baptized in the Spirit so that our personal 
life can be free from both worry and bur­
den, and those we come in contact with 
can be free as well, lake your clothes off.
IrIGii 
9
 
°
Wherever You Go, There You Are
Melissa Palmer______________________________________________________________________________
So there you sit, peacefully eating your 
daily portion of potatoes and beans at the 
cafeteria when suddenly—without warn­
ing—you are whisked away. Only seconds 
later you find yourself lounging peacefully 
on the white sandy beaches of the Florida 
Keys. Now chances are, if this happened to 
you, you wouldn't be too upset. However, 
if you actually did have the fortune of vaca­
tioning in the Florida Keys and then found 
yourself in the cafeteria eating last week's 
tater tots, I'm guessing your feelings would 
be somewhat different. Perhaps you are 
thinking that such a mysterious occurrence 
could never ever happen to you, but 
according to Seth Pierce—you are wrong!
At the first vespers of the new school 
year Seth, our Union for Christ director, 
spoke to the student body about the very 
real situation of 'finding yourself some­
where else/ He spoke about the Biblical 
experience of Phillip who, while minister­
ing to a eunuch, (Still don't know what a 
eunuch is? Ask a friend!) was suddenly 
taken away and placed in another town. It 
is unlikely that any of us will be baptizing 
eunuchs any time in the near future; how­
ever, we have all found ourselves in a situ­
ation just like Phillip's. Do you remember 
what you were doing three weeks ago?
Packing for Union, finishing off your last 
shift at Denny's for the summer, saying 
goodbye to your last summer campers, lay­
ing out by the pool, sleeping in until 
noon? Suddenly, in a few blurry, sleepless 
days, you found yourself at Union College 
in Lincoln, Nebraska, jumping into jobs, 
classes, and a seemingly new world. Your 
life will never be the same!
And perhaps, like Seth, you have spent 
some quality time wondering what in the 
world you are doing here. What are God's 
plans for you? Why have you been whisked 
away from your luxurious summer life? 
What 
does 
the 
future 
hold? 
Why 
Nebraska? Lucky for us, Seth reminded us 
at vespers that God knows the way to give 
each one of us power to rise above troubles 
and establish us in His purpose. Like he 
said, some things will be easy for you his 
year, and some things will be hard (like 
discerning your name at the chat; ppphm- 
mmfffftttt), but go ahead and do your part. 
GET INVOLVED, stay active, make friends, 
and give yourself time to experience God 
in a brand new way. And then, be confi­
dent in the fact that God will do the rest. 
Be prepared for Him to take you to places 
you've never been and, who knows, He 
might even hav£ the Florida Keys in mind!
Impacting Others Continually
Jared. Milieu________________________________________________________
'Then shall the King say unto them on his 
right hand, 'Come, ye blessed of my Father, 
inherit the kingdom prepared for you from 
the foundation of the world: For I was an 
hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was 
thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a 
stranger, and ye took me in: naked, and ye 
clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I 
was in prison, and ye came unto me.' Then 
shall the righteous answer him saying, 
'Lord, when saw we thee an hungred, and 
fed thee? Or naked, and clothed thee? Or 
when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and 
came unto thee?' And the King shall answer 
and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, 
Inasmuch as ye have done it unto of the 
least of these my brethren, ye have done it 
unto me' (Matthew 25:34-40 KJV).
Project Impact was a day when people 
saw Christ in us. Ponder this thought bor­
rowed from a very wise teacher at Union, 
"What would Jesus have me do?' 1 believe 
Jesus wants us to help people and be 
cheerful doing it. I'm glad that we have 
Project Impact, and I hope that our 'help­
ing-others' spirit doesn't go away.
"Those only who are constantly receiv­
ing fresh supplies of grace will have power 
proportionate to their daily need and their 
ability to use that power. Instead of look­
ing forward to some future time when, 
through a special endowment of spiritual 
power, they will receive a miraculous fit­
ting up for soul-winning, they are yielding 
themselves daily to Cod, that He may 
make them vessels meet for His use. Daily
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Moments of Joy
In a church bulletin: 'For those of you who 
have children and don't know it, we have a 
nursery downstairs."
After an earthquake struck the Philippines, a 
Uniting 
Church 
Mission 
publication 
reprintedphotos of the earthquake damage 
with this caption: 'Most of the photos 
included here were taken one week after 
the largest eruption by Leonie Purrival, a 
Uniting Church member.
May the sun always shine 
on your windowpane. 
May a rainbow be certain 
to follow each rain. 
May the hand of a friend 
always be near you. 
May God fill your heart 
with gladness to cheer you.
Old Irish Blessing
they are improving the opportunities for 
service that lie within their reach. Daily 
they are witnessing for the Master wherev­
er they may be, whether in some humble 
sphere of labor in the home or in a public 
field of usefulness' (Ellen White, My Life 
Today, page 60).
I want Union College to be a place 
where we impact people's lives for Jesus 
everyday. That is why we are here, right? We 
are here to get an education and a job 
(hopefully); to influence other people's 
lives for the sake of Christ, to love people 
and lead them to know the true God. If we 
aren't here for that reason and if we aren't 
working towards that goal, then are we 
doing anything worthwhile?
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The Meaning of
Dard—
By Seth Pierce
T
he weather was beautiful and 
sunny as I made my way into 
CVC on Tuesday, September 4.1 
was reviewing all the questions 
I had for our new pastor when 
it dawned on me that I had no idea where 
his office was. When I made the appoint­
ment with Dan after Sabbath morning ser­
vice, He had asked me if a meeting in his 
office would be okay, and I said that would 
be fine. Even though, I had no clue where 
his workplace was. I was a little dazed from 
wandering around the blackened halls of 
CVC. Eventually, my walking by faith and 
not by sight landed me in his office 
upstairs. Although I was a little late and 
tired, he greeted me warmly and we sat 
down to talk. We took some time to get to 
know each other and to discuss life. It was 
refreshing to see a busy pastor so interest­
ed in the lives of students at Union 
College. We talked about a half hour 
before actually starting the "interview" part 
of the meeting. Here's a fast forward to the 
Q&A.
Seth: What has been your most positive 
experience 
thus 
far at 
Union? 
Dan 
Goddard: Sabbath morning worship with 
all the students. Although Project Impact is 
a close second.
S.P.: Are there any downfalls/difficulties in 
pastoring a college church?
D.G.: Probably the fact that I am minister-
fRIGn
ing to two different groups: college stu­
dents and community people. You need to 
keep both groups in mind in preaching 
and ministry. It's a challenge!
S.P.: What has been the most difficult part 
of coming to Union?
D.G.: Culture shock. Coming from a 
church of 700 to one of 2,100, moving 
from the East coast to the Midwest, and 
adjusting to new ways of doing things. S.P.: 
If you could be any animal in the world, 
what would you be and why?
D.G: A koala bear, because they're cute and 
cuddly.
S.P.: How did you and your family know 
you were called to Union College?
D.G: We had been praying about it exten­
sively, and it was just a strong impression 
of knowing it was right. When something 
isn't right there is an uncomfortable, 
unsettling, uncertainty inside, but when 
something is right, you have a peace. It 
hasn't been easy making the transition, but 
we also felt like it was God's leading 
because of my wife's job. She had a new 
job working as Associate Director for 
Global Mission (General Conference) and 
had been in it for less than a year when the 
call to CVC came. She felt impressed that it 
was God's will and was willing to give up 
her job. That was the "clincher" for me.
S.P.: We all know that the first three letters 
of your last name spell "God" and we all 
think that's cute. But what does "Dard" 
mean?
D.G.: It means "servant", when you put 
the name together, "Godservant."
S. P.: How much time do you put into a sermon? 
D.G.: 25-30 hours. 50% spent in study, 
and the other 50% writing the manuscript, 
outlining, and practicing.
S.P.: What is the most/one of the most dra­
matic miracles of God you have 
ever seen?
D.G.: When 1 was pastoring the Frederick 
church, one member's mother was very 
sick in the hospital (respiratory problems). 
The family wanted us to pray and have a 
special anointing service. First, we prayed 
outside of her hospital room and prayed 
for the forgiveness our sins. Next, we went 
in and prayed for her healing. She turned
around that evening. I really believe that 
God healed her.
S.P.: How many bricks are there in the plat­
form at CVC?
D.G.: I don't know.
S.P.: Do you have kids?
D.G.: Yes, Tom (28) is married and work­
ing in public relations in a medical practice 
in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Beth (26) just 
got married on July 1st. She lives in 
Maryland and manages a trendy retail 
clothing store. James (20) is living here in 
Lincoln and taking the semester off from 
school.
S.P.: Where is Kathy working?
D.G.: 
She 
is 
part-time with 
Global 
Missions (She'll phase out in November), 
teaching a writing class at Union for the 
Humanities division, working in the devel­
opment office with the Phonathon, and 
writing for the General Conference. She is 
a published author; and one of her works 
include the seventh grade Bible textbook 
for the North American Division.
S.P.: What is your vision for the students 
here at Union College?
D.G.: That they have a personal and 
vibrant walk with Christ; that they under­
stand that Jesus loves them unconditional­
ly, and that they can experience Him in a 
personal way.
S.P.: What would you say to the student 
who is currently not involved with spiritu­
al things?
D.G.: 1 would encourage him or her to 
attend one event with an open mind. 
Participate in that activity, talk to other 
young people in attendance, and try to lis­
ten and learn. Many times, someone is 
closed to spiritual activities because they 
have stereotyped ideas of what it is going 
to be like. Be open to a new experience and 
you maybe surprised.
S.P.: Ok, last question. In a fight who 
would win, Amelia Bedelia or Dr. Seuss? 
D.G.: Dr. Seuss, the male of the species.. . 
I'm gonna get in trouble for that answer 
aren't I?
Letter from a Student Missionary
kaylaJhom------------------------------------------------------------------------
Dear Family and Friends,
Well, after two weeks of being here, it's 
about time I let you all know that I am still 
alive and well here in Majuro. We arrived 
on August 7 (which was weird, because it 
was really August 6 at home) and settled 
into our apartments. 1 have 3 roommates 
and they are all very sweet and we get 
along great. That's a blessing, because I 
know that it is going to be tough at times 
and we're all going to need to get along in 
order to make it through.
It is quite different here (understate­
ment of the year) and it was tough at first 
forme to adjust to a lot of things. However, 
slowly I am realizing that I CAN make it 
and that thepeople here are special people. 
Just because they do things differently 
doesn't mean that they are wrong. A lot of 
the cultural things are quite a change. For 
example, women always wear skirts or 
shorts that cover the knee, which I don't 
like because I don't like to wear skirts. 
Another thing that is SO hard for we time- 
oriented Americans to handle is BRING on
time. The Marshallese way is that things 
happen when they happen. It's nice in a 
way because I think that they enjoy life a 
lot more than we Americans do when we 
rush about all the time. When we first got 
here, the church people had a Yokwe 
(hello/love in Marshallese) party for us. It 
was fun, I ate lots of things I've never eaten 
before, like coconut milk from the coconut 
and breadfruit. It was quite an experience, 
but it took me awhile to adjust to the food.
The climate is another thing that I have 
been struggling to get used to. It's hot here, 
butyet there is almost always a breeze so 
that helps to keep it from being too suffo­
cating. I, comingfrom a somewhat COLD­
ER region (haha), find it a little wearying, 
but most people like it. I dolike it; it's a 
tropical climate. It's beautiful to look out 
of my apartment and see palm trees and 
the waves crashing up against the shore no 
more than 50ft away. I think to myself, 
"Where else would I get to live a stone's 
throw from the ocean?"I am teaching 7th 
grade, for those of you who didn't know. I
have 26 students. We had our firstday of 
school on August 14. It started out really, 
really hard. Last week, ajmost all of my 
days ended in tears and frustration, but 
things have been going better.
Today was a really good day, I feel like 
the kids learned something, and they are 
startingto warm up to me. They just want 
to be loved and to love. So I guess I can do 
that, even if I'm notthe world's greatest 
teacher. I know that God wants me here; I 
sure wasn't planning to do this!But God 
will not take me to a place and then leave 
me. That thought has comforted me end­
less times in the past two weeks when I 
have felt like I can't make it any longer. 
Pray that I will have GOD'S strength to 
make it through these months ahead. It's 
rewarding, even though it'schallenging. 
Pray that I will have the love of Christ in 
my heart and the joy of his heart in 
mysoul. I love you all and miss you!
Love, Kayla
The Faith Itinerary: Union Students Let God Plan Their Trip
ITracy Faber__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
"Pastor Rich, when are we scheduled to 
leave?"
"I don't know exactly."
"Well, when are we going to eat?"
"I don't know exactly."
Sound like a perfectly planned trip to 
Peru? Not exactly. But that is exactly how 
the mission trip from Lima, Peru to Iquitos 
was described. Pastor Rich Carlson and 31 
Union College nursing students, PA stu­
dents, and local medical professionals left 
on July 16 to take a 10-day trip down the 
Amazon River, offering medical treatment 
to the small villages along the way.
"We offered everything from complete 
check-ups to stitching up wounds," com­
ments Hanne Oliver, a nursing student 
who traveled with the group. "We slept on 
the boat house that we had and came and 
went whenever and wherever we were 
needed. There was no set schedule." 
As 
unorganized as that may seem, the trip 
went very well because the crew put their
itinerary in God's hands. "It was difficult 
to get used to at first. It is only natural for 
us
living in the kind of society that wants a 
planned agenda all the time. But we got 
used to just going by the flow, and it was 
very refreshing," Oliver states.
But the group was not there just to 
administer medical help; they were also 
there to help with the spiritual needs of 
the people. They handed out a large sup­
ply of Steps to Christ and led in worship 
services and games for the kids. Hanne 
admits that at times the language barrier 
proved to be a difficulty. "But when we 
played games with the kids," she states, "The 
barrier seemed to be completely lifted."
The Peru Mission Trip was a success. 
Not only did the trip help the people of 
Peru, but it also gave the people from 
Union an insight on how far just a little bit 
of faith can go.
Discoveries from the 
Campus Ministries Office
1. Jonas the fish has been stared at for a 
total of 200 hours this month by 
procrastinating students.
2. Jonas the fish is becoming paranoid and crazy.
3. Our brilliant Associate Missions 
director's name is pronounced 
DEL-EE-NA.
4. The bizarre and slightly disturbing 
sculpture (made out of office supplies) 
has been traced back to Scott Cushman. 
Thank you, Scott, now take it down.
Fresh Outlook
Michael Paradise___________________________
Aliens are invading the world! What are 
we going to do? 
President Smith needs 
your help.
"Have you ever flown a fighter plane 
before, kid?" he asks.
"Only on CD-ROM," you quaveringly reply.
Your unqualified background satisfies 
the requirements in such desperate times, 
for as fast as you split your lips you are 
armed with a helmet, parachute, and styl­
ish retro bomber jacket. Feeling over­
whelmed? It is yet to begin.
For many college freshmen, the leap of 
leaving home is difficult. Life's staircase is 
being scaled at a blazing pace.
You're a senior...take a step.
You've graduated...take a step.
You've found a roommate...a step.
You've learned your roommate has an 
unsettling snoring problem...take a step back!
Once Upon a Microlab
IsraeJKoight___________________________________
So, what's up with the Microlab? You've 
seen the rules sitting on the wall staring at 
you. Yeah, yeah, yeah, you've read them, 
you understand them. But what's it really 
like in the Microlab? How do you "sur­
vive"? Well, seeing that I'm a "seasoned" 
(No 
spice 
jokes 
please!) 
Microlab 
Operator, let me give you a few vital tips.
1. 
) Computers are sensitive. Remember 
this. You must speak kindly to them at all 
times. If you fail to do so, quite frankly, 
they'll hate you. And since the/re social, lit­
tle fellows, your infraction will be gossiped to 
every other computer in the lab—simultane­
ously. Your login will be mud, trust you me.
2. 
) Remain calm. Computers have a spe­
cial integrated circuit carefully designed to 
detect emotional stress within a human. 
They screw up in direct proportion to the 
frustration/desperation level of the user. 
This is why computers allow people to 
read Hotmail love letters all day long, but 
manage to fry your ten-page research paper 
for College Writing II thirty minutes
You peer back over your shoulder won­
dering if you've missed a stair, and when 
you turn again to face the ever-frightening 
future, you are greeted by an alien in a 
spacecraft appropriately labeled "college." 
Back home, you knew where everything 
was, you knew your niche, you had a repu­
tation. Now however, you are as disoriented 
as Calista Flockhart in a pie-eating contest.
As you rush toward the cockpit of your 
jet, you frantically question the more expe­
rienced folks around for some know-how. 
Perhaps you shouldn't have. 
"Don't party 
all night!" "Don't study too hard!" "Visit 
home often, but not too often." Some of 
the remarks are as contradicting as a pair 
of presidential news conferences. Nevertheless, 
the advice is all you have.
The runway opens and you're cleared 
for take-off.
Welcome to Union College, in ever-love- 
ly, ever-exciting Lincoln, Nebraska. Some 
of us have chosen majors, some are unde­
cided, some should be, but none of us 
know where we are headed. We are here. 
We have taken off. Now what? An entire 
squadron of college freshmen in the air— 
and clueless. "What buttons do I push? 
What levers do I pull? Where's the eject 
button!"
Fear not, for pulling in front of you is 
the squadron leader. His plane is an air­
borne white horse. Emblazoned on the 
side of his aircraft are the letters "JC." He 
lifts his thumb heavenward triumphantly. 
In your earpiece come three confident 
words: "Come, follow me."
You sit back in your pilot seat, crack a 
smile, and whisper to yourself, "At least 
somebody knows what they're doing."
(Microlab Survival)
before it's due.
3. 
) Don't be lazy. Microlab operators are 
not paid to do your homework, despite pop­
ular opinion. We don't mind helping you 
with the computers or even a homework 
question now and then. We're nice people 
(Yet again despite popular opinion!), but 
please don't take advantage of us.
4. 
) 
Use 
subtlety. 
If 
you 
are 
in 
CPrR220(Microcomputer Applications), pre­
tend 
you're 
not. 
Otherwise 
Microlab 
Operators will run from you. We will hide 
from you. We will move to some foreign coun­
try that you cannot spell to avoid you. This 
goes for people programming in C++ too.
5. 
) The computers eat disks. This is a 
reality most veteran users of the Microlab 
have come to expect. If you leave your disk 
in one of the computer drives, it will van­
ish. There's a slight chance it will show up 
in Lost and Found...but don't count on it. 
Generally, the computers consume them. 
1 low? 1 guess in small bytes.
6. ) No, Microlab Operators are not psy­
chic. (Or telepathic for that matter.) When 
you bring us to your machine to fix some­
thing, you need to describe the problem. 
When all we hear is, "What's wrong with 
this?" and we're staring at a perfectly nor­
mal looking screen, many sarcastic replies 
come to mind. Most of the time we can 
refrain from using them. Most of the time.
7.) Please keep thy voice low. The people 
on fifth floor don't really need to hear all 
about your psychopathic roommate's issue 
with chewing on their toenails while mut­
tering about the holy purple pineapple. 
Neither do we. It's not that we don't care; 
it's just that there are some things we'd 
really rather not know. However, feel free 
to softly tell your friends all about the 
frightening event. Keyword: softly.
All in all, the Microlab is a great place to 
do your school work. Fast computers, fast 
Internet access, and fast help(Hopeftilly!). 
Yup, it's an awesome place. Just remember, 
when in doubt, ask an Operator. We're 
here to help. Really.
DearUnion, •
As we contemplate the task before us, we wonder how in the world we ever 
ended up as the fashion and beauty editors of the Clocktower. Not to alarm all 
you fashion-sawy people out there, but the only thing that halfway qualifies us 
for this position is our love for fashion magazines.
At first we were nervous to accept the job, but with further thought we realized 
just how fun it could be. Testing beauty products, scouting out great fashion finds 
as well as fashion no-nos around campus, and keeping up with the latest in world 
fashion are just a few of the exciting experiences ahead of us. We are on staff to 
do what we do best...be girls! Don't worry fellas. We'll have lots of fun stuff for 
you too!
We understand that fashion and beauty are subject to individual likes and dis­
likes, and we want you all to know that we are always open to new suggestions. 
Throughout the year, we hope to learn as we go and maybe help some of you to 
avoid fashion failures along the way. As we begin this journey together, we 
thought it would be helpful to compile a list of our top five fashion nuggets. 
Enjoy!
• Be Comfortable - Wear what you feel good in!
• Be Classy - Stick to timeless pieces and you'll never go wrong!
• Be Creative - Don't be afraid to try something new!
• Be Colorful - Colors ...try them!
• Be Confident - Whatever you choose to wear, wear it with pride!
Keep it real ...
Stephanie and Nicole
Sum Phun Stuf!
Heather Kampf_____________________________
Lincoln: a metropolis of bright lights 
and riotous excitement. Never a moment's 
rest when one can be scouring the over­
crowded city blocks at all hours of the illu­
minated night.Okay, so that's New York 
minus a few taxis, but Lincoln can be fun 
just the same. Where's the beach, you ask? 
The mountains? Who needs them? We 
have our own little entertainment paradise 
right here, right now, right smack in the 
middle of the U.S.A.
Ever wonder why the Haymarket never 
has any hay in it? Well, I don't know, but I 
do know that there are some awesome 
restaurants 
down 
in 
that area. 
Old 
Chicago, JaBrisco's, Ruby Tuesday, Lazio's, 
Buzzard Billy's, Arturo's ...you name it, it's 
there. Or not. But still, there are several 
wonderful eating areas that will gladly wel­
come your hard-earned dough- I mean, 
your business. (Note to girls: do NOT go
Keeping You Alive
By Cassie Milnes___________________________
If you are reading this, you have survived 
your 
first 
month 
of 
college. 
Congratulations. By now you have proba­
bly determined to the minute the bare 
minimum amount of sleep you need in 
order to function coherently. And you have 
probably learned how to decipher your 
name when it is broadcast over the loud­
speaker in the Chat. But I'm going to put 
your newly acquired survival skills to a test. 
I'm going to tell you about one of the idio­
syncrasies of life in Lincoln you may not 
have picked up on yet. So picture this...cue 
harp music and fade lights.
It's Saturday night and you walk into a 
restaurant sporting your purple and gold
on a date to a restaurant that has TV's 
located in or around the premises. The 
sport
that's being aired will interest your date 
more than you will that's the harsh truth.)
Perhaps, you're more hyper than hun­
gry. If you ever feel the urge to burn excess 
energy (1 said "iF), try your hand at disco 
bowling, miniature golfing, or race car dri­
ving at the various locations around town. 
Or maybe you had a bad week and need to 
scream. Volleyball, soccer, football, and 
golf games are great places to vent some 
hot air and not get stared at. Er, golf maybe 
not so much, but the other three you can 
shriek as loud as you want. For sport date 
information, visit http://www.huskers.com.
Are you the artsy type? If so, the Lied 
Center, downtown, puts on some great 
symphonies, ballets, musicals, and other 
theatrical productions year round. The
Sheldon Art Gallery, on the UNL campus, 
also has some marvelous pieces of work. 
Tours areavailable for the taking if you call 
ahead of time, or you can be brave and 
attempt to decipher the artwork on your 
own.
Ah, and for the shopoholics, we have 
malls—yes, plural. Gateway on the north­
ern end of Lincoln (61st and *0*) and 
SouthPointe (27th and Pine Lake Rd.)on 
the(duh) southern end. Stores range from 
Claire's to Eddie Bauer, Hallmark to Avant 
Card, The Limited to Wet Seal. If you want 
it, they probably have it. If they don't, 
there's always the internet.
Now, who says there's nothing to do in 
Lincoln? If none of these options even 
remotely interest you, then there's always 
the parks and lakes.
Better yet you can plan something exciting 
on your own. Whatever you choose—Have fun!
(or whatever your favorite team's colors 
are) t-shirt only to be met by a sea of red 
that reminds you of a certain biblical 
plague. That's right, sports fans—you have 
just found yourselves in the midst of a 
post-Huskers game celebration. For the 
sports illiterate who are visualizing large 
pieces of farm machinery, the Huskers are 
UNL's football team. I hear they're pretty 
good.
Back to the story. So what do you do? 
It's time for me to introduce the most 
important thing you will ever learn at 
Union: Never, under any circumstances, 
insult the Huskers. Infraction of this 
unwritten law will put you smack dab in
the middle of a riot. After the hostile 
natives have finished with you, your 
friends—who 
were 
hopefully 
smart 
enough to keep their mouths shut when 
they saw what happened to you—will be 
sure to scrape your remains from the pave­
ment. Hey, that's what friends are for. And 
all the while, you'll be thinking, I should 
have listened to Cassie.
So what's is the moral of the story? 
Welcome to the Living section of the 
Clocktower, the section devoted to keeping 
you alive, with advice so ingenious it 
makes Martha Stewart jealous. If you have 
an idea for this section, please e-mail me at 
camilnes@ucollege.edu.
Morning Orbit: Dorm Life 101
Erik Andersson_______________________________________________________________
Morning greets me with a small click 
and my brain jumps into wakefulness. My 
brain is nowhere near awake. My left hand 
claws above my head, attempting to silence 
the now blaring alarm clock. After smash­
ing my digital beast into smug submission, 
I roll out of bed and soon realize that the 
ground is not as close as it was the night 
before. I'd better take the ladder. After my 
ritualistic morning cleansing' and dental 
massage, I gaze through unaided eyes at 
my blurry reflection and marvel at the 
wonders of life. I am amazed at my good 
fortune. I have carpet under my toes, a cou­
ple roofs over my head, and an accommo­
dating bathroom situation which allows 
me to shower peacefully (except for the 
occasionally cup of ice water poured over 
the curtain) as well as dry myself without 
the door bursting open. I'm also quite 
fond of my cool room. Yes, I live in 
Prescott Hall. It has been a long and 
bumpy ride, but I believe I have finally
achieved dormitory nirvana.
For those of you new to the dorm scene, 
there are some very handy dandy strategies 
for a happy dorm existence. Here are a 
couple things I've learned: bunk beds are 
an invaluable space saver, Nintendo is a 
possessive time waster, and Febreeze 
makes life a lot easier. All silly rhyming 
aside, the most important aspect of dorm 
life is having a roommate who you can live 
with who won't threaten your mental, 
physical, or spiritual health well being. 
Communication is key and if you can talk 
things out, living together becomes a lot 
easier. To paraphrase Mr. Blake, Passive 
aggressive people are crazy makers. If you 
can live happily with your fellow man or 
woman, then you are in for a spiffy year. 
Generally, not worrying about whether or 
not you're going to sleep this night can be 
highly beneficial to the quality of your 
studying. Here's a dandy (yet true) college 
cliche: "Friends you make in college will
last you forever."
At first, most other people in the dorm 
will seem like crazy lunatics who get in 
your way, make lots of noise when you're 
trying to sleep, and empty your clothes out 
of the dryer while they're still wet. 
Even 
those closest to you can be scary. So next 
time your suitemate, who walks into their 
room sporting a skimpy washcloth, and 
your 215 pound roommate whose tossing 
and turning in the shaky bunk above 
prompts you to maintain a more active 
prayer life (than previous years). 
In des­
perate times,remember that you are now a 
member of a unique, tolerant, and gener­
ally deviant family.
Sometimes it's good to take a breather. 
Briskly stroll around campus accosting 
people with your lovely, engaging smile. 
Challenge your strength in a friendly 
match of "tolf" (tennis ball golf). Then 
return to your room, kick back, and let the 
good times roll.
Welcome to dorm Hiring.
1. 
What was your favorite thing you did this summer?
2. 
What are you most looking forward to this school year?
3. 
How have you changed since last year?
4. 
Who is one of the first people you met this year?
5. 
What food in the Chat would you recommend to a new student?
6. 
What is your major?
?. 
Where are you from?
By Tracy Fabffr
1. 
Visited friends in Kansas City
2. 
Meeting new people 
4. 
Dave Evans
6. 
Graphic Design
Went snorkeling with sea turtles in Hawaii. 
1.
Teresa Lopez 4. 
Definitely Undecided 6. 
Shawnee, Kansas 
?.
1. 
Going to Newport Beach
2. 
Meeting guys
5. 
Linguini with bread
6. 
Elementary Education
Hanging out at Beaver Lake 1.
Tracy Faber 4. 
Gentry, Arkansas 5. 
Elementary Education 6.
2. 
Graduation
3. 
Less facial hair
4. 
Deryk Faber
6. 
Business Management
Went to Canada for a wedding 
Christmas break 
Athena Merana 
Elementary Education
Natasha Matychuk
Ask Answer Girl
Dear Answer Girl,
I am shy and quiet. How can I get out of my shell and meet people this year? 
—Too Shy Shy
Dear Shy
Union is a wonderfully friendly place/ even for the less socially inclined.
It will, however, take some effort on your part to meet all those friendly 
people, and may involve pushing yourself out of your comfort zone. Here are 
a few suggestions:
1. Smile at people. Sometimes this makes them think that they should know 
you, and they may stop and chat.
2. Learn names. People love to hear their own name. Remembering someone's 
name motivates that person to remember yours.
3. Broaden your horizons. Meet your friends' friends. Try eating at a 
different table in the cafeteria, volunteering for an outreach project, or 
joining a club.
4. Talk to strangers. When it comes down to it, in order to meet people, 
you'll probably have to talk to some you don't know. Find something in 
common—a shared class, pen, hair color, whatever—and go from there. Not 
all contacts have to lead to lasting friendships, but some just might.
Becoming comfortable around others is learned—that's why we call it social 
'skills." Relax and take it easy. With a little practice and so many
friendly people to practice on, you can be out of your shell in no time.
A.G.
Have a question? E-mail askanswergirl@hotmaij.com.
Get your posters ready! Get out your war 
paint! And put on that UC red. A new 
school year brings a new season of Warrior 
sports. Basketball, volleyball, golf, and soc­
cer fans should be leaping for joy about the 
prospect of great competition. Support 
your Union College Warriors. Let's rock the 
thunderdome in 2001!
SWISH! Warrior basketball tryouts are 
underway and both groups return a core of 
players from last year's teams. The men's 
and women's teams had a couple of the 
school's greatest seasons on record and 
look to duplicate that feat. For further 
information, contact men's coach Ron
Dodds at # 2533 or women's coach Tony 
Minear at #2331. Look for the roundball 
action to start November 2nd and 3rd.
BUMP, SET, SPIKE! Ladies' volleyball is 
underway and the team's record stands at 2 
wins and 1 loss. The season consists of 14 
games. For further information contact 
head coach Joe Parmele at #2507. Look 
out for flyers to the next game and go sup­
port your Lady Warriors.
GOOAAALLLLLL! The new pup in the 
circle of Union athletics is the soccer pro­
gram. Soccer season is already underway, 
so don't miss the rest of the team's 11 
games this season. For further informa­
tion, contact head coach Ric Spaulding at 
#2525. 
.
FORE! Just when the athletics season 
starts to die down, BOOM it picks up again 
with the start of golf. The season starts 
March 29 and has 5 games. Keep an "eagle" 
eye out for future posters concerning try­
outs. For further information, contact head 
coach Ric Spaulding at #2525.
Just remember, when you need an 
excuse to put off some homework and to 
check out some chicks or dudes, go sup­
port your . team. Get ready to rock the 
house. Look for the next home game, com­
ing to a Thunderdome near you.
As a new year dawns bright upon the 
Union College campus, several tasty intra­
mural sports are being served up to satisfy 
the physical and competitive needs of the 
student body. Sign up sheets were pfovid- 
ed during registration for all willing partic­
ipants; the wide variety of sports being 
offered appeal to almost any athlete.
First off is flag football—the fast-paced, 
challenging, and entertaining sport where 
fourteen combatants grapple for superiori­
ty on the field and the scoreboard. Tryouts 
were held the evening of August 27 to 
assist captains in the picking of their 
respective teams. Also, to accommodate 
the less agile and experienced sensations, a 
Men's B League is being offered. A women's 
league is also available for the female ath­
letes of Union Collegewho wish to match 
or even top the achievements of their male 
counterparts. Games began August 28; so 
even if you are not playing, be sure to 
reserve a spot on the sidelines to cheeron 
your favorite team.
Co-ed softball is another sport spon­
sored by the Intramurals Department. The 
thrill of victory and the agony of defeat 
will be shared by all students participating 
in this always interesting and very fun 
sport. The winning team will receive a bid 
to the College World Series in Omaha (just 
kidding). September 9 marked the debut 
date; so break out your bats, hats, gloves, 
and sunglasses for a big season. Don't for­
get to keep them fired up, spectators! After 
all, what would intramurals be withoutthe
fans?
September 9 also marked the starting 
date for putt-putt golf. This game features 
those aspiring to be the next Tiger Woods 
or Annika Sorenstam. Competitors prove 
their mettleby navigating through winding 
courses and tricky holes. Although not much of 
a spectatorsport, it makes for some danger­
ous rivalries on the green.
That's all the sports for now. If you feel 
a little left out this time, make sure you 
don't miss the next round of sign-ups start­
ing in October. Until then, happy watch­
ing and safe playing!
pictures
Freshrpan Jonathan l^ucas turned 
the handshake crowd ipto a riot 
wth his Saturday. night fever.
Friends & Free Pizza=A Good Time 
Photo by Tiffany Lake
Welcome to the 2001-2002 Clocktower Art Section! 
This section is devoted entirely to the artistic expression 
of Union College and will bring a wide variety of art 
with every issue. In addition to featuring art, this sec­
tion will occasionally bring to attention any musical or 
art related events happening at Union or in the sur­
rounding area. The first issue features photography, 
hand-drawn art, and graphic design from a variety of 
talented students. If you are interested in having your 
artwork/poetry displayed in the Art Section, please con­
tact me at brhornia@ucollege.edu,or give me a call at 
486-2893. 4
I'm looking forward to a great year filled with Union 
College's
unlimited talent and creativity!
Sincerely,
Brandon Horniachek 
Art Section Editor
Towering Inferno
Art & Pictures
Dahlia
A Moment's Pause
Glacial View
puzz105
ACROSS
1 Place for experiment* (aobr.) 
4 Sink
9 Knock
12 Sick
13 Cheer
14 Age
15 VteueUze
10 Took out
17 Admirer
18 Spanish monetary unit
20 Resigned (abbr.)
21 Liability
22 Cut
24 Dog
25 Article 
27 Feet 
30 Cam
33-ear (variety of)
36 Flower
37 Extravehicular activity (abbr.)
38 Sand below water
40 Story
41 Square of any type size
42 Drag
43 Ooze
46 Map; chart 
46 Ova 
SO Beak
53 Sup
54 Aaaambly piece (Gr.)
56 Mat
57 
___________out (complete)
58 Gemstone weight 
SO Of the Mnd of (euf.)
60 Lead (p.t.)
61 Swaging
62 The letter C
DOWN
1 Speech defect
2 Toward which the vtfnd blows
3 Bie&s (p.t form)
4 Cot
5 One who tcaraa
6 Stuff
7 A foAower (suf., pi.)
8 Men's name
21 Dig (p.t.)
23 Lupino
25 Broadcast
26 Bom
, 28 7th letter, Greek alphabet 
29 Maeaage
31 
___________Maria
32 Mate aheap 
34 Aldn
36 Dream stage (abbr.)
39 Obeee 
44 Not out 
46 Subject
46 Para
47 Erie, e.g.
48 Mild oath
40 Stab
51 Rational
52 Rim
54 High card 
56_____glance
0 Umpire
10 Semitic
11 Huff
10 N.W. elate (abbr.)
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