wcoock itMcn Vol. XL I ASB Presents Handbook Changes The revision of the Inside Story will be discussed in chapel tomor- row, Feb. 10. The chapel will be under the direction of the ASB. The goal of the Inside Story Re- vision Committee, which consists of five faculty members and five stu- dents, is not to modify any basic principles, but rather to update the rules and regulations in order to make them more relevant and practical to the student, according to ASB President Jack Krogstad. Krogstad also said that a more workable plan of rules would ac- complish the overall objectives of a rule system, yet not be so cumber- some drat it cannot be observed by the students and enforced by the faculty. Another of the objectives of the Revision Committee, according to L. E. McClain, dean of student af- fairs, is to put more responsibility on the students both in regulating their own affairs and in making this new revision a success. In commenting on the difficul- ties that face die committee in their task of revision, Krogstad said most of the difficulties lie in com- municating student problems to staff members. He also said the committee has had to face a strong element of tradition. Only a part of the revision is completed. The purpose of bring- ing out each revised section as it is completed is so die students this year will benefit from the results of the committee even though the completed handbook is not out, ac- cording to McClain. Dorm Clubs Plan Party The second semester dorm club officers have planned an open night by candle-light and a Valentine's party tonight in the gym. The Wednesday night supper date, which will be changed to Thursday night, will be served by candlelight. The students will go from the cafeteria to the gym for a vespers program. George Gibson from Sigma Iota Kappa and Judy Levenliagen from Kappa Theta will present the devotional program. Immediately following, a film en- tided "Danny Boy" will be shown. UNION COLLEGE, LINCOLN, NEBRASKA, February 9, 1967 No. 15 Dr. Neil W. Rowland, chairman of die biology department, was ap- pointed academic dean at the Union College board meeting held on campus Thursday, Feb. 2. Dr. Rowland, a 1947 graduate of Union College, has been teach- ing at Union since 1951. He will replace Dr. Edwin B. Ogden who accepted the position for one year when Dr. G. L. Caviness went to Newbold College in England as president. Dr. Walter E. Page will replace Dr. Rowland as chairman of the biology department. Other action at the board meet- ing concerned the budget. No def- inite action was taken on the budg- et for the 1967-68 school year, but a budget work sheet was submitted. This tentative budget estimated the expenses for Union College for the coming year at three and one-half million dollars. The budget is not. definite yet due to the increase in Coming, Cventd Friday, February 10 7:20 a.m. Convocation—gym ASB program 5:45 p.m. Dormitory Worship 5:55 p.m. Sunset 4:25-5:25 p.m. Cafeteria Supper Saturday, February 11 Sabbath Services College View—49th & Prescott 8:25 & 11:00 a.m. Glenn Smith 9:40 a.m. Sabbath school Piedmont Park—48th & A 11:00 a.m. Norman Sharp 9:30 ajn. Sabbath school Northside—73rd & Lexington 11:00 a.m. Myron Voegele 9:30 a.m. Sabbath school Capitol View—15th & D 11:00 a.m. Floyd Bresee 9:30 a.m. Sabbath school Allon Chapel—22nd & Q 11:00 a.m. Victor Griffiths 9:30 a.m. Sabbath school 5:40 p.m. College View vespers 5:56 p.m. Sunset 4:25-5:25 p.m. Cafeteria Supper 8:00 p.m. Choral Clinic Monday, February 13 7:20 a.m. Chapel—church Temperance—Euel Atchley UC Hosts Musicians For Choral Festival Board Appoints Dr. Rowland As The New Academic Dean Fourteen different academies in the Northern and Central Unions will be represented at Union Col- lege this week-end for the annual choral clinic. E. U. Testerman, assistant pro- fessor of music, is coordinator of the choral clinic. He has chosen the 114 students attending from a list of recommendations submitted from each academy on basis of mu- sical ability and Christian charac- ter. The members of the choral clinic will spend most of today and Friday in rehearsals. According to Mr. Testerman, die main objectives of the choral clinic is to bring together the young peo- ple and musical directors from the different academies that they might be able to perform numbers which they would not ordinardy be able to do widi smaller choirs and to widen their musical horizons and give them a higher concept of mu- sical perfection. The entire Friday evening vesper program will be presented by the Clinic Choir under the direction of Mr. Testerman. "Father Lead Me Day by Day" by David Stanley York and "We Do Worship Thee" by Pitoni are two of the choral numbers. Another selection, "I'll Praise My Maker" by Pfautch will be sung by the choir and accom- panied by the College Players. The two Golden Chords Chorales and the Clinic Choir will combine on Sabbath morning for both church services in an antiphonal triple- choir number. Such musical selections as "America the Beautiful" by Ward Pinney, "Beyond the Mountain" by Heacock, "The Coming American" by Preston, and the folk song "Bushes and Briars" by Coats will be sung by the Clinic Choir at the Saturday evening program in the gymnasium. The entertainment will conclude with die Clinic Choir and Concert Winds joining together in a grand finale, "Days of Glory" by Cacavas. student wages and salaries. The complete budget will be submitted at the board meeting April 27. Due to the increase in wages and salaries, die tuition will also be in- creased. It has not been decided yet as to the amount of increase, but it will be not less than $100 per academic year. Three new faculty members were elected to hold positions in the mathematics, home economics and business administration depart- ments. Their names will be re- vealed upon confirmation of their positions. Oration Contest Held Next Week Euel Atchley, associate General Conference temperance secretary, will begin the Union College Tem- perance Week in chapel Monday, Feb. 13. This year's Temperance Week will emphasize all phases of health- ful living instead of confining its at- tention to tobacco, alcohol and nar- cotics, according to George P. Thomson, sponsor. Special dormitory worships pro- moting better living are being plan- ned for Rees Hall on Tuesday night and for South Hall on Thursday night. Climaxing the week will be the annual oration contest to be held during the Friday chapel period. Judges, as yet no,t chosen, will se- lect the winners. The Temperance Committee is also sponsoring essay and cartoon contests which will be judged during that week. c:* ;; V ; ' . . V F i w 1 J^l (Photo by Bud Gooch) Debbie Bryant, Miss America for 1966, as she appeared in UC's auditorium Saturday night, Feb. 4. (Photo by Bud Gooch) Dr. Neil Rowland, professor of biology, will assume his duties as academic dean in June. i 9 CLOCK TOWER February 16, 1967 fVCLOCK TOMll Opinions expressed in the editorial column are those of the editors. Viewpoints represented in the signed articles on this page are those of the individual writer. Letters to the Editor BEVERLY BEEM EDITOR TWYLA SCHLOTTHAUER MANAGING EDITOR KARLA KRAMPERT ASSOCIATE EDITOR BILL BLISS LINDA BRENNAN NEWS EDITORS c4pathy, or {Absorption? The Associated Student Body has three major roles in the life of the Union College student. Its most obvious role, the one which often overshadows the others in the minds of many stu- dents, is its role as coordinator of social activities. The annual banquet, the chapel programs and other events, important as they are, stand out in the mind of the unobservant and unin- volved student as the sum total of his ASB. The second role as moderator between the students and faculty elicits maximum cooperation and insures- a line of com- munication between students and faculty members who often have no other way of knowing how the other feels. The third role is to involve students in the operation of their school—to make them feel a part of Union—an active part. This role, as with the others, cannot be fulfilled without the cooperation of the individual student. The perennial cry of public-spirited students against the apparent apathy—the apparent failure of this third role—is a fa- miliar part of many campuses. Union College is no exception. But many students are tagged with the label "apathetic" only because their work is unseen. The students who make some of the biggest contributions to campus life do their toork behind the scenes—with little or no public recognition. Such behind-the-scenes work deserves special recognition for such outstanding projects as the MV Week of Prayer, the Miss America program and the revision of the Inside Story. All of these things involve countless student hours. Much of what some consider apathy may only be absorp- tion—absorption in school activities whose results are seen, but often not the work. Students make a very important contribution to the school not only in their studies and jobs, but in musical organizations, publications, the radio station and various committees. These special interests combine to make a vigorous whole that is seen not simply as the progress of the ASB, the MV or the music de- partment, but of the college as a whole. Cditor J JVotebook ~k Correction. Carol Byrd's name was inadvertently omitted from the list of January graduates in the February 2 issue of the CLOCK TOWER. Miss Byrd is a social welfare major and is plan- ning to work for the Nebraska State Hospital in June. it Dr- Melvin Wolford, associate professor of education, delves into the college student's favorite gripe in his review of The Tyranny of Testing by Banesh Hoffman. CLOCK TOWER Published weekly during the school year by the Associated Student Body of Union College, 3800 So. 48th St., Lincoln Nebr. 68506, except holidays, registration periods and examination weefes. Subscription rates $2.50 per year. Business Manager Walt Sparks Advertising Manager Ric Green Treasurer Ann Randall Advice On Debate Friday night at vespers, some- one stated that we should have de- bates on our campus to help ground ourselves in what we believe. It was suggested that diis would be used to further die work of the Lord. I asked myself if diis was good. Now for myself I liked the idea. But I wondered if debate is so good why has it not been used before this. So I decided to do some checking with E. G. White and see what she had to say on this. This is what I found: He should not encourage a love for discussions, but should avoid them whenever he can. These contests with the powers of darkness in debate seldom re- sult in the best for the advance- ment of present truth. 3T 203. You have loved to debate the truth and loved discussions; but these contests have been unfa- vorable to your forming a har- monious Christian character, for in this is a favorable opportunity for the exhibition of the very traits of character that you must overcome if you ever enter heav- en. Discussions cannot always be avoided. In some cases the circumstances are such that of the two evils the choice must be made of the least which is dis- cussion. 3T 424. I was shown that here is the danger of young ministers who engage in discussion. They turn their minds to die study of the word to gather the sharp things, and they become sarcastic and, in their efforts to meet an op- ponent, too frequendy leave God out of the question. The excite- ment of debate lessens their in- terest in meetings where this special excitement does not exist. Those who engage in debates are not the most successful lab- orers and the best adapted to build up the cause. 3T 212-213. Now I have questioned myself and found answers. So now I put it to you. Is debate good? Donald Ruddle freshman dieology major Circulation Manager Secretary Photographer . Denver Campus Editor . Music Editor Religion Editor Sports Editor Cartoonist — Harvey Kilsby _ Connie Lewins Bud Gooch Judy Nelson Gloria Durichek __ Norman James Bob Blehm — W. I. Rankin STAFF WRITERS Karen Astner. Gisela Behrcndt, Joyce Bennett, Lynnet DeRemer, Marty Eckrem, Rosalyn Humphrey, SheiTy Liggett, Meredith Matthews, Rick Marasco, Jim Rosenthal, Evelyn Rutan, Linda Sterling, Curtis Wiltse Reporters The Newswriting Class Editorial Advisors _: : Dr. Veme Wehtje, D. J. Fike Financial Advisor Dr. Paul W. Joice Week of Prayer Finale In view of die attempts during the MV Week of Prayer to make Christ relevant for the students at Union College, it was appalling to hear through Lincoln's news media that "Miss Bryant's appearance will conclude the student week of re- ligious emphasis at Union College." The place which Miss America occupies in American society would seem incongruous in identification with the life of a 20th century Christian. Harvey Cox probes her role in his book The Secular City: "This young woman—though she is no doubt totally ignorant of the fact—symbolizes something beyond herself. "In Miss America's glowingly healthy smile, her openly sexual but officially virginal figure, and in the name-brand gadgets around her, she personifies the stunted aspirations and ambiv- alent fears of her culture." It would seem that to bring Miss America to Union College in a re- ligious context—"to provide a se- cure personal 'identity' for initiates and to sanctify a particular value structure," as Cox suggests, is to place her "in a long line of queens going back to Isis, Ceres, and Aphrodite." Is, dien, the appearance of Miss America in this context—in conjunc- tion with all of Saturday Evenings' Entertainment if you like—an ex- ample of support for a double standard of values or was it mere- ly an abdication of responsibility? Lanny Collins instructor in music THEOLOGY SEMINAR Value of Discussions Analyzed In Depth Who Attended What? As was stated in the last CLOCK TOWER, "All religious activities dur- ing die MV Week of Prayer have been student-planned, student led and student-oriented." May I add that it was also student attended- only student attended. The question is where were our faculty and staff members. As an usherette, I was in a position where I couldn't help but see who attend- ed, and every evening, with the ex- ception of Friday night, die faculty and staff attending could have been counted on one hand. As students we are told that the reason we came to a Christian col- lege was that we might participate in religious activities, and this is true of the majority of students, But, may I ask, "Why do our teach- ers connect themselves with a Christian college if theij do not wish to participate in religious ac- tivites?" We are told that if this is not what we're looking for then we should go to a university. I feel that the same holds true for our faculty. They have just as much time to attend meetings and need spiritual refreshment as do the stu- dents. It is inspiring for me to see my teachers in church, praying, singing and worshiping with us as students. As the time of the end is near at hand we must work, study and fin- ish God's work—together—so that we may soon reach our eternal des- tination. Elsie Flemmer sophomore social welfare major BY NORMAN JARNES A retrospective analysis of the MV Week of Prayer discussion groups reveals significant successes as well as the need for future im- provements. It can be said diat some groups did have a favorable spiritual im- pact. The contemporary legalist "You were taking shots, eh? class-absence excuse." Of course, IH sign your may be surprised to learn of the overwhelming student response to Elder M. L. Venden's discussion of righteousness by faith. With a commendable skill at provoking student discussion and an exciting knack for originality (bodi of which were sadly lacking in too many other leaders), Venden dealt with the core of Christianity— an individual's personal relationship with his God. However, doubdess as a result of the current externalization of man's life, an unwholesome trend away from the experiential theme "Jesus" was evident in certain other discus- sions. Could it be that we have argued the do's and don'ts of re- ligion until they have become iden- tified as our God? If so, the lack of student participation in the an- nual MV discussion groups should not shock us. Of course many students did at- tend, but before we callous our hands by heartily slapping our own backs, the large proportion of stu- dents not participating should be considered. Possibly Samuel H. Mil- ler's contention that "atheism us- ually appears in the world as void left by inadequate representations of God" is applicable to our pres- ent situation. Have we unknowingly forgotten God in a self-centered preoccupation with our own com- plex logic, rules and ideas? Perhaps it is time for us to let God out of the nice litde boxes in which we have confined Him, for only when we become involved in a significant experiential relationship with Him will Christianity become the living, vital force it is intend- ed to be. ' February 9, 1967 CLOCK TOWER 3 THE BOOKSHELF Tyranny Of Testing (Photo by Bud Gooch) Henry Zollbrecht, left, editor of the Ministerial Association newspaper, discusses plans with club president Don Bush. Club Nails Ministerial Goals BY MELVIN WOLFORD Is there a tyranny of testing? If one were attuned to the popular cry '"down with tests" that was in ev- idence during the recent test week, the answer would be "yes." Fur- thermore, the chorus chanting the plaintive plea is not composed only of students because teachers and administrators contributed harmo- nizing themes. In fact, if anyone in the academic circus from the most inexperienced student to the most experienced teacher were asked, "Who is the victim of a tyranny of testing?" he could well answer, "I," according to the eminent au- thor of this book. What is the nature of this tyran- ny? Doctor Hoffman believes that it starts with those who make, give and take the tests becoming so en- amoured by the convenience of test scores that they will use them with more confidence than is justified. The tyranny increases as the in- creased confidence and dependence upon test results in the tests con- trolling many facets of society such a s teaching, learning, placement and advancement. In essence, test results will substitute for human in- tellectual characteristics such as NEWS NOTES • The Social Welfare and Sociology Club met in the Student Center Feb. 7. Mrs. D. E. LeBaron, a fos- ter mother, spoke of her experienc- es as a foster mother for the state. • New floor lights and glass back- boards for the secondary basketball nets have been added to the Union College gym equipment. The floor lights are high-inten- sity mercury vapor lights which provide better illumination for bas- ketball games and other entertain- ments. According to Don Moon, instruc- tor in physical education, the new gym equipment cost around $5000. • "Happy are the poor in spirit:. for theirs is the kingdom of heav- en," was the subject for chapel, Feb. 6. Peter Luna, instructor in religion, was the speaker. Elder Luna stated, "Christ is talking about essential characteris- tics found only in Christians. Christ lays down principles, and Christians make their own decisions concern- ing these." Elder Lima also said, "Amer- icans are on a happiness kick." He added that the first Beatitude is the basis for all the others that fol- low. His talk was the first in a series concerning the Beatitudes found in Christ's Sermon on the Mount. • Dan Goddard, chairman of the MV Temperance Committee, is in charge of next week's activities. He replaced former chairman Benjie Leach who did not return to school second semester. Other members of the committee are Kathy Saunders, secretary-treas- urer; Jerry Mitchell, public rela- tions; and Bob Daniels, oration con- test coordinator. knowledge, judgment and synthesis. He sees die possibility that when the questions "Who shall be per- mitted draughts of knowledge in the groves of academe?" or "Who shall taste the sweet flavor of suc- cess?" are asked, that die guardians of the gates will answer, "Only those who can score highly on a test." Such a tyranny might be accept- able in die interests of efficiency if assurance could be given that tests fairly perform the function of keep- ing the gates. However, according to this author, they do not despite the claims of test makers. He cites examples of highly reputable tests that confirm his contention. So the plot thickens to embrace not only tyranny but unfair tyranny. Who in particular is unfairly tyrannized by tests? Although those with low GPA's would undoubtedly raise their hands, Doctor Hoffman believes that the common practice of using multiple-choice tests mil- itates against those with a greater depth of knowledge, a superior sub- tlety of thought processes, a height- ened intellectual integrity, and an increased penchant for creativity. (Those hands still up?) Conversely, the most successful on such tests would be those with shallow knowl- edge who do not consider implica- tions but blithely slap through the test in a superficial, conforming and cynical manner. So—the tyranny fo- cuses against the creative, deep and honest student. (Are there some "I thought so's?") Cedric Ward, instructor in his- tory, joined the Union College his- tory staff second semester. Mr. Ward will be teaching some classes previously taught by Eldon Chris- tie, instructor of history, who is presendy working on his PhD. Ward, originally from New South Wale, received his BA in educa- tion from Avondale College. Later, he received his BA in history and MA from the University of Oak- land. Ward has been a teacher for eight years, five of which were spent teaching at the New Zealand Is there a danger of such a tyran- ny as Doctor Hoffman envisages? The answer would be an unqual- ified "yes" if the tests were com- prised only of the type of questions used as examples, if the tests were typically used as they were in some of his illustrations, and if the test makers are consistendy willing to ignore valid criticism and to make extravagant claims for their prod- uct as some did according to this book. Fortunately, the tests are not as bad as painted, nor is their use as bleak as presented. However, to counteract the pos- sibility of misuse that does exist and could get worse, Doctor Hoff- man sees a need for a national com- mittee to evaluate and to regulate the construction and use of stand- ardized tests. He also implies that each thoughtful student and/or teacher would do well to consider such questions as (1) "What is the purpose of this test?" (2) What sig- nificant data is to be considered?" (3) "How can the test be answered in a valid and fair manner?" and (4) "Are there other factors to con- sider in addition to the test result?" Such consideration should result in realizing Doctor Hoffman's pri- mary purpose of viewing tests with "healthy skepticism" so that a tyr- anny of testing would be prevented and an improved usage be imple- mented. The accomplishment of such an air would be welcomed by all who are currently dancing too much to the tune of tests and test scores. (Photo by Bud Gooch) Missionary College. He taught for three years at Oakland Academy where he also served as assistant principal. He is presendy teaching two sec- tions of history of civilization and one section each of medieval history and 17th and 18th century history. Ward, his wife, Verlie, and their two children, Eldean and Cherry- Lee, arrived in America Jan. 24, 1967. The Wards said that they may make the United States their home, and if so, Mr. Ward hopes to work on a PhD in history. Don Bush, president of the Min- isterial Club, has five main objec- tives for the club this second se- mester. They are: 1. To break down interdepart- mental barriers by informative lectures from other departments, Survey Reveals Religion Attitude A survey was taken of the devo- tional life of Union College stu- dents at MV Friday night, Jan. 27. The survey was conducted by the MV Society. The survey revealed that 96 per cent of those who answered the survey felt that organized religious activities were not sufficient and that there was a need for personal devotions. Thirty-six per cent believe that the situation wall be more favorable for personal devotions after college. Sixty-four per cent believe that the situation will not be as favorable or will be about the same. Twenty-six per cent recorded that they have personal devotions seven days a week; 18 per cent five days a week; 20 per cent three or four days a week; 20 per cent one or two days a week; and 16 per cent never. For an entire week five per cent recorded that they spend 151 min- utes in personal devotions; two per cent spend 121-150 minutes; nine per cent spend 91-120 minutes; 16 per cent spend 61-90 minutes; 20 per cent spend 31-60 minutes; and 32 per cent spend 1-30 minutes. Seventy-eight per cent feel that their devotional life is beneficial and 22 per cent record no differ- ence. Fifty-two per cent of those re- porting spend the most time with the Spirit of Prophecy; 48 per cent spend the most time with the Bible. Fifty-one per cent say they have personal devotions because they enjoy it; 29 per cent because they want to learn to enjoy it; three per cent because others say they should; and 17 per cent don't. Eighty-nine per cent remember a time when personal devotions were of special help. The survey was taken during the song service and the results tabulat- ed and reported during the pro- gram. thus encouraging a broader in- terest in other fields of study. 2. To encourage "free" think- ing. 3. To break the "cloister com- plex." 4. To gain a conceptual view- point of theology. 5. To present inspirational and informative programs each week. Every other Friday night will be devoted to spiritual rejuvenation and the alternate Tuesday nights will be devoted to the practical aspects of the ministry. Such things as learning how to read fi- nancial reports, how to run a successful budget and how to lead discussions will be present- ed. Bush also emphasized a plan to develop new perspectives in train- ing freshman and sophomore min- isterial students for soul-winning. Usually students receive little ex- perience until their junior year. Bush said the club was not to be just a social functionary, but was to be a spiritual motivating organiza- tion which would help the ministe- rial student understand and appre- ciate other viewpoints. The over-all objective is to gain a broader hor- izon in order to gain a relevant per- spective in relating the students to others and to God. BOHATYS DX 48th & Van Dorn Student Special Ph. 488-9886 Special on Christian Heritage Set Set includes: Adventist Home, Child Guidance, Messages to Young People Regular price $11.25— On special for $4.50 Save $6.75 NEBR. BOOK & BIBLE HOUSE FEBRUARY 14 VALENTINES DAY Come in and pick out your box of decorated heart can- dy. LET US HOLD YOUR HEART FOR YOU until Valentines Day. It will be gift wrapped and ready for you. Complete selection of NORCROSS Val- entine cards. College View Pharmacy Ph. 488-2525 48th & Pres. Mr. Cedric Ward, new history instructor. 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