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Show ,, !PAGE 9 ACCESS ~i!Wj 'Journal' solicits letters on wide variety of topics The University Journal actively solicits letters to the editor on any subject a reader cares to addJess-both on- and offcampus issues. Part of any student's education is the forming of opinions and it may be qu ite difficult to do so without knowing what all opinions on a certain subject are. This newspa per plays a role in allowing a11 these opinions to be heard. We will print all letters to the editor, although we reserve the right to edi t due to s p ace limitations. The ideal length for a letter is between one full page and two full pages of doublespaced typing . The letter needn't agree with our point of view-it can even be critical of us . It must not, however, be libelous or obscene. The Journal does not print anonymous letters and checks the identity of letter writers . Letter deadlines are 5 p .m . Thursdays for Monday editions - and 5 p .m . Mondays for Thursday editions although submission· b_y those _gearltine,S". ~ ..:l r...'t -._ "' "'i t. ..,1 does not guarantee placement in the following edition. Letters are generally" printed on a firsF recefved, first-printed basis and are also subject to space availability. E~mail for the Journal is : journal@suu.edu . Letters and othe r materials may be transmitted to that address. Letter writers may also drop their letters off at the Journal offices, Technology 011 , or may send them throu g h U.S. o r campµs mail. ' The Journal adheres to the following guidelines : Any critici~m of groups or individuals shall be on a responsible basis and no material malicious or libelous in nature , or that · invo lves character assassination, will be published. The newspaper shall reflect responsibility to all members of the university co,mmunity, and the ed i tors shall seek press accuracy and fairness at all times . Responsib ility to the public interest is vital and won't be used to advance any selfish ; inter.A$ts. : • ,. """", 't T.' ",..,;~ , ~' ,,,, ~ Traveling TOGS ~ Clothing & Accessories & 'Access' is a recu"ing column through which students, faculty or staff may comment on issues of concern to our readership. To submit to 'Access,' contact associate editor Jessica Blonquist, our op ini on di rector, by phone at 586-7750, or by e-mail at joumal@suu.edu. Today's column is by Michael Wasden, the president of the Southern Utah University Student Association and a senior communication major from Boise, Idaho. Congratulations on your membership in SUUSA, the largest organization on our beautiful campus. Thousands have passed through the ranks of SUUSA membership and thousands more will come. Never the less, each person's participation is vital to making it a better organization each and every year. Naturally, you might be wondering, "What exactly is SUUSA and why ·am I a member?" SUUSA is the Southern Utah University Student Association and is comprised of, "all properly registered students who have paid student fees," according to the SUUSA constitution . Your membership in SUUSA affords you special rights, such as admittance to SUUSA activities and school sporting events. More importantly, it gives you the right to be represented and served by your elected and appointed SUUSA officers. As your offivers, we work hard to provide meaningful activities, appropriate student fees in areas that best serve you, and represent student interests on governing committees here at SUU and across the state. Each SUUSA member is needed to make this next year the best ever. There are d ifferent ways to get involved in SUUSA, so participate in ways you enjoy. Options range from cheering on TBin;! athletics, joining a club or organization, to supporting theatre productions. There also exists the opportunity of supporting your elected and appointed SUUSA officers by joining committees or volunteering as a legislative aide. The choices are endless. Involvement in SUUSA will compliment what you learn in the classroom by providing valuable opportunities to serve, build friendships, and develop personally. It will aid in educating your whole person and help you develop a deeper love of SUU . Considering all of the benefits that will come to you as a result of SUUSA involvement, you can't afford not to be involved. Go TBirds! · vrrthout lilflits Quality, Creativity, Selection, ot!f Variety Savings. 1,Ji -What exactly is SUUSA? fi'. TUESDAY, AUGUST ll, 2000 UNIVERSITY JOURNAL OPEN Mon-Sat 10-9 We BUY Mon-Thu 3-7 • • • • . No busy signals Lowest user ratio 24 hour Tech Support Fastest modems in Cedar City A\ NETMARK FREE o/ Internet .service ~ ~ I, hook-up when you show student I.D. Computer systems and financing available. ·Inc. Netmark Computers and Internet 603 s. Main#4 ,, 861-9290 70 ·East 200 North MEDIUM (In the Lin's Market Shopping Center) 1-TOPPING PIZZA Cedar City 586-7100 99 Papa /1/up!Nµ I\~~' h\ld •'I//\ No Lim.it! ·---------------------- \ • |