Stetson Reporter

*: j;: ■ V:::j =E===iE=E=i=i====|=:i=E >£&*&£%&>?: Z& V^** :^i : = = :E -"H^ ^T"^-^ ^W'> &££&??: ^ V H= '^^^St.'C^^?. ^C^^^T^f^^^P :'i::::::E!j:::-j:|:::::'=:j::::!^":E^--EH A The Stetson Volume 90 Number f I Stetson University DeLand, Flo. November 18, 1977 Hurt By Flu, Greenfeather Raises Nearly $9000 by Barbara Schropp Totals for Stetson's annual Greenfeather fund raising campaign have not yet been completed, but the hopeful goal, according to co» chairham Kim Cavanaugh, will be just under the $9,000 mark. Compared to the 1976 total of $9899.18, Cavanaugh explained, "The flu epidemic really hurt us this year." Individual categories, already tallied, appear to be $10-|20 less than last years totals. The estimated $8,000 figure will exceed the $7106.37 raised in 1975. Greenfeather, completing its 23rd season as a Stetson charity drive, was originated in 1954 by the student government. The members would solicit contributions, and for those who contributed, a small green feather flower was presented and worn during the festive wees. Having changed much of the format in its brief existanee, the Greenfeather committee has added many new fund raising activities since the earlier days. The faculty, through pledges and direct contributions, raised the most money for charity, followed closely by the Miss Greenfeather contest, faculty, through pledges and machine sales. The faculty and staff annually contribute approximately $3,000, whereas last year the total neared $3,500. The Miss Greenfeather contest, in the beginning known as the Miss Dogpatch contest, was won by Nancy Cordell, the PM Sig representative, by collecting over $400 through pledges and contributions. The Greenfeather Carnival this year raised over $1,000 surpassing last year's total of $800. The Lambda Chi Alpha's Strip Show placed first again this year in the total money raised. The 1977 total reached $160, $120 was the total raised in the Carson, Chaudoin Jail, and the ROTC Planking Contest placed third. The main problem co- chairman Cavanaugh encountered when planning for this Greenfeather, was the lack of knowledge of any previous framework. Commented Cavanaugh, "This year we are compiling books containing write ups from the various chairpeople on the problems they encountered, weak areas, and advice." He hopes this will give future committees something to go on. Although Greenfeather actually is a year round project, it is over for the students after Greenfeather week. The money amassed is usually distributed during mini-mester, as the final totals will not be complete until the end of the fall semester. The follies appear to be the hardest hit by the flu epidemic, collecting only $150 this year as opposed to $241 in 1976. Not only was the attendance lowered, but many of the people involved in the follies became ill. The rain was also a deterring factor as Saturday night's concert failed to draw the expected. crowds. Greenfeather collected only $2,000 in the 1960's, six thousand dollars short of this year's goal. Since the Ws, events such as the cue tournament, tennis tournament, and follies have been added to provide the students with a good time, and to generate their interest. Cavanaugh explained, "Stetson should be proud of Greenfeather. We're the only school this size that I know of that raises this much money strictly for charity." Duncan Addresses Student Assembly Nancy Cordell, 18-vear old freshman from Ft. Lauderdale, won the Miss Greenfeather competition earlier this month. Miss Cordell, representing Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity, took in $392. By Frank X. McAloon President Pope Duncan spoke and answered questions at a special Student Assembly meeting last Friday, November 11. Dr. Duncan addressed the issues of student representation, faculty salaries, the drinking policy and his perception of his position as president of Stetson. "The responsibilities of the president of an institution are three fold," stated Duncan. These are, stated Duncan, Sig Eps Hold Rally, Party For Headstart Children Sigma Phi Epsilon has recently held several events of importance including a road rally and a Halloween party for area Headstart children. in The News... Forensics Make Big Haul....p. 4 Thanksgiving Travelling Tips....p. 8 Snakes Down Lambs in Soccer....p. 10 Peeps Takes Football Crown....p. I f The Halloween party was held with the Alpha Xi Deltas on October 31. Approximately 35 children ages four and five attended the party. The children participated in a spook house, games, and, of course, refreshments. This was the second consecutive year that Sigma Phi Epsilon has hosted the children. Sig Ep president Mark Storey stated the fraternity planned to make it an annual event. The Sig Eps also sponsored a schoolwide road rally on October 17. Seventeen cars participated in the event, with the winners being Louis Dejoy and Rob McClellan of Sigma Nu fraternity. First prize in the rally was $25.00, dinner for two, and a trophy. Prizes were also given for 2nd through 4th place. Following the rally, a party was held for the participants at the Airport. The road rally was sponsored by- area merchants. • ■ "representing the institution on behalf of the students past, present and future." Dr. Duncan spoke of a successful alumni system drawing support from the past students. In reference to students yet to come, Duncan said, "(we) have to keep in mind what their needs are going to be; their flavor of things." In reference to present students at Stetson, Duncan stressed that, "your input of these three (categories of students) is most important; (we) solicit your help and concern." In response to a question posed concerning administrators and their relation to the student's opinions, Duncan stated, "We all want the same thing — a better University." "Administrators tend to be a big fly wheel," Duncan said. "Sometimes conservative; sometimes pushing. As a consequence, administrators must use judgment." In response to a question concerning the position of Cont'd, p. 5 Tg Return Dec. 2 The Stetson REPORTER will not publish next Friday- due to Thanksgiving break. The last issue of the paper this semester will be published on Friday, December 2. Please keep this in mind, especially as regards announcements for the pre-exam period. We on the Stetson REPORTER would like to wish ;; , everyone a happy-and safe - Thanksgiving break.