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Show 0 The Parson Endorses- - THE PARSON Vol Gripers No. 2 Salt Lake City, Utah, April 27, 1861 8 Election time, AGAIN? We norsitmally remain neutral in this ASSISTANT uation due to our editorial position. SPORTS EDITOR But on this occasion, in accordance the present nominees, we feel with WRITERS AND CONTRIBUTORS: Daily California, Gerald Bowden, Bob Stons-fielcivic duty to present a more W. U. Smith, Kay Bonham, Penny Hartwell, Barbara Harwood, Pete it our neutral ticket, consisting of some Launceston, Margaret Rhodes, Homer Ng, Barbara Hall, Stan Jones, Carol n charicatures about camHoodenpyle, Louis Campbell, Bob Losser, Frank Zeidan, and all election candipus whom you all know. dates. d. well-know- ASSOCIATE EDITORS Wendy Miller, Adrian Chon FREEDOM THROUGH RESPONSIBILITY Editorial. . . Tomorrow it will be determined whether Westminster sees a progressive year or whether a what was good enough for Pappy attitude will reign in 1961-6Will imagination contribute to the formulation of student policies? Will SGA meetings accomplish their purposes quickly and efficiently? And of immediate concern to the Parson: Will campus organizations have the indispensable support of the student government? In regard to this last question, we recall the collapse of both the Etosian and the Parson during the term of the present administration and the pathetic attempts at reformation. Could some elementary insight not have prevented the total disruption of their functions? We belive it could! Further investigation along this line indicates a sad lack of organization in the internal framework of these bodies. Too often one man is stuck with a load which would be a burden on five. Is it any wonder he falters? The responsibility for smooth functioning in these organizations lies within the framework of government and it is the kind of people who welcome such responsibility that we would like to see elected tomorrow! 2. First on our roster might be Mr. Apathy Egghead for president. He is well qualified to represent the core of our stalwart Xtian community. He can be found at the lounge almost anytime of day (for those who need and seek his advice). He is an expert on every subject as he has not been brainwashed by anything so damaging as learning. He is in college for to a really worthwhile purpose status. achieve and a diploma get He is truly in a position to represent the student body as a whole as he is not confused by any extraneous issues such as school service groups (whats spirit, WHINGS?), sports, dances, or 7:50 classes in his major. He is, of course, glad when the Parson comes out regularly because its more effective than a napkin for swabbing up slopped coffee. Mr. Egghead has stated his platform positively and succintly: " 1 For vice president, we offer Miss Hogle Convent This unassuming young woman whom you have all seen rushing through the dining room at 7:45 in levis with curlers flying, represents the epitome of Westminster womanhood. She reads Peanuts, smokes Marlboros, sleeps through classes every other monring and is in class on alternate Is the art of campaigning for election on this campus days. She will be a thoroughly comand firm supart of saying as little as possible, to as many people as petent running-mat- e of Mr. Eggheads policies. porter in as short a time as Tickets of Campaigning possible, possible? In short, is it the art of nothingness? Miss Townie Unconcerned is our SGAC candidates may become so involved in the tech- nomination for Secretary of the She is noted for her prompt niques of campaigning that the issue, the stand, the firm college. appearance on campus each mornopinion are completely lost. It is not the candidates loss, ing at 7:50 and her also prompt however. Nothingness endears him to the voter. retreat at 6 p.m. each evening, afThe reluctance of the student community to make can- ter all, campus activities have themselves out. played didates take a stand over and above nebulous statements of She and her loyal group of potential and various good works is, unfortunately, our school friends constantly contribute own fault. to the cultural aspects of her camBut what are the techniques of campaigning that allow pus by pouring untold scores of non-existe- nt ex-hi- gh the candidates to seek refuge in what may be nothingness? The election rules allow the candidates to put up posters, use butcher paper signs, and distribute leaflets. The philosophy is this : The name of the candidate must be brought before the voters as much as possible. Posters, signs and leaflets are exploited with purpose in mind. Secondarily, leaflets also carry a bit of the candidates platform. There is a mad scramble among the candidates to see who will get the largest or the most butcher paper signs on various campus living groups, instruction halls, and in the student lounge. It is obvious that the student body encourages weakness in candidates. The art of nothingness-icondoned and supported by the electorate. for a change must come from the voters. Candidates will say something--if they are forced to. s Just for Fun let's all go to the LIBERTY PARK AMUSEMENT CENTER 1100 SOUTH ON 600 EAST Thrilling Rides for Big and Small Plus Happy Eat Treats We're Got 'Em All! OPEN DAILY AT 11:00 AM. Take Five with PETE Philosophic Review s. Anonymous Jerry Chinn ..Jane Higgins Kathy Schwerti Douglas Harper .Gerald Bowden .Tuck Hubbard BUSINESS MANAGER NEWS EDITOR FEATURE EDITOR POLITICAL SCIENCE EDITOR the 'Uxanto.y, April 27, lsei THE PARSON Page 2 By Mans theory of and Value Knowledge, Existence, area known to relation every in Philosophy Is i Good day to you, the reader. How about taking five and batting around a very important of endeavor. Last issue this column concerned itself with the role of the conscientious student The imminent elections provide a rare opportunity for student initiative. These moral issues are at stake: The first issue is that of apathy. Granted, the election and campaign may seem like a recapitulation of very other campaign election. Someone will be elected, however, rethe isgardless of how sues appear. The influence of the officials is still profound. At times we are reduced to choosing the lesser of two evils. The second issue is motivation. The stimulation for voting a certain ticket or candidate is too often the effect of popular appeal rather than qualification. The third issue is initiative and decision. Both voters and candidates have an obligation to clearly define the political issues. A personal decision must be made on the o f the student direction criA student body body. student each tique on the part of is a necessity. Pseudo-politicomust be separated from serious-minde- d students who have definite for the elimination of plans student and Student Government affairs. es poorly-coordinat- ed nickles into our purveyor of popular folk music. Last, but hardly least. Is our candidate for the office of Treasurer, Mr. Borrow Neverretum. Mr. Never-retuin his years at this campus, has, by astute planning, managed to save a vast sum of money by the simple method of never buying a book, paper, pencil, cigarette, or even a cup of coffee. Thanks to d the generosity of his fellow students, he has saved enough to buy a stereo outfit, convertible, and the best term papers to be found. We feel sure that all those who have supported him in the past will continue to do so in this coming election. We thank you for the opportunity of presenting our candidates and hope that you will assist up in ' preventing our candidates open-hande- - ... Pete Launceston Are we to elect figure-head- s to a student play pen, or are we to elect conscious people to a tough job of making this school mean something to us and the public? Pete suggests that when you go to the polls, you use your vote wisely because you are in reality voting for or against yourself. Pete suggests that you vote for those people who you honestly believe will be able to meet the demands of the job in the S.G.AC. and not because of a popularity polL -- Remember that Westminster is only as good as the people who represent it and are associated with it. When you are voting, keep this thought in mind. Go to the polls! Club Host Speaker Dr. Aziz Atiya, professor of language and culture at the Uni versity of Utah, was the guest speaker at a special meeting of the Cosmopolitan Club held in the Lounge. His topic was Arab Civilization and the Western World. Dr. Atiya pointed out that the western people often do not realize how much they owe to the Arabic culture. He noted that the western numerals and many of the words Mar-imo- n that we take for granted have been borrowed or incorporated from the Arabs. In addition, we owe to the Arabs many cultural and scientific artifacts. He went on to explain that the Arabic culture can be cowhich mpared to a melting pot in several civilizations of the Orient have formed to give to superb a cuheritage to the magnificent ltures of the West -- In conclusion. Dr. Atiya remarked that though the Arabs are very proud of their contribution, they remain basically a humble people. Next on the calendar of the Cofosmopolitan Club are movies of of free shown reign countries to be charge. The date for this event tentatively set for May 17. A Job His Size Vote Ken McCORMICK for question? The question is simply this: What do these student elections mean to us, the student? |