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Show THE Officer training program predicts peak enrollment BY KENNY R. RHODES The college's ROTC enrollment has increased from a peak level of 60 members last year to an expected 80 or more this year, said commanding officer Maj. Bob Lauritzen. Despite this growth, ROTC officials say that the club remains one of the least understood organizations on campus. "Everyone on campus can be involved with our activities and have a lot of fun with us without being in the military," said Greg Hartvigsen, cadet company commander. The addition of new faculty member Capt. Rue Palmer is r another sign of this expansion. Palmer will teach military science level MS3 and Rifle Marksmanship (MILS 100), as well as heading the Ranger Corps on campus. Hartvigsen, an MS3 cadet, along with eight other cadets from SUSC, attended advanced camp at Fort Lewis, Wash, while five others went to basic camp at Fort Knox, Ky. Those cadets involved with the advanced camp will be commissioned this June at SUSC's first such ceremony, said Lauritzen. During the summer, ROTC donated labor to the renovation of the college cabin, rebuilt the old rifle range and began construction on an obstacle course near the college cabin. The new rifle range, located near the Iron Rangers rodeo grounds, is open for public use, said Lauritzen. He noted that other campus clubs will be allowed to use the obstacle course as well. "We're here to serve SUSC and the community," said ROTC faculty member Capt. Kevin Miller. Miller also said ROTC hopes to organize club competitions at the obstacle course for anyone who wants the challenge. Officials predict the course should be completed by October. ROTC will display various weapons and a chemical suit all this week on the lower quad. An Cobra helicopter will be parked on the quad Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Students will be able to fly in a UH-Huey helicopter beginning Thursday at 10 a.m. and continuing through most of the day. Friday the club will offer a rapelling clinic from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Those interested may sign up in the ROTC building. Cadet third-yea- THUNDERBIRD TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27, 1988 Matheson to address initiatives Former Utah Gov. Scott M. Matheson is the first speaker in SUSC's fall Convocation series. He will discuss "The Black Flole Approach to Government." Matheson's candid look at the '88 Utah tax initiatives begins at 1 a.m. in the SUSC Auditorium. "Matheson served two terms as Utah's governor and he lemains concerned for said Convocation Utah and its Coordinator Lana Johnson. "One of his primary concerns right now is working as a member of Tax Payers for Utah, a group formed to inform Utahns against the dangers of the proposed initiatives." Fall Convocation programs range from Matheson's discussion on the tax initiatives 1 well-being- ," yi. as they would affect Utah's future to a discussion of the requirements for stable co- existence between the United States and the USSR planned during SUSC International Week. Other programs are geared toward the arts, drug and alcohol awareness and a look at U.S. industry. Of special interest is an Oct. 6 gubernatorial debate between the three candidates vying for the Utah governor's seat. "The success of the Convocation series rests on its diversity," Johnson said. Now a model for other national lecture programs, the SUSC series was awarded the 1986 Distinguished Lecture Award from the National Association of Campus Activities. 111 TS3I BQCIS UKDBYl SALES & SERVICE 80 W CENTER MOUNTAIN BIKE SPECIALISTS MOUNTAIN BIKE & 586-424- 2 SNOWBOARD RENTALS WELCOME BACK SUSC STUDENTS AH-1- F 1 James Tippetts, assistant training officer, said he hopes to have as many as 30 people sign up. Lauritzen encourages all SUSC students to participate in this week's activities. Students must be registered for an ROTC class for the helicopter rides, he said. Class utilizes fitness center BY NATALIE COOMBS SUSC's new fitness center, funded by existing fees and donations, is designed to fit every student's needs. The system, called Super Circuit Theory, is designed by Universal Athletics and combines both strength and aerobic conditioning into one workout. "It's unique in the fact you can go through a total body workout both muscular strength and cardiovascular or less, said Brent Hardcastle, fitness endurance in a half-hocenter director. The computer analyzes information about each student's particular fitness needs and goals and then formulates an individualized exercise routine, said Hardcastle. d cassettes operate the machines and direct movement to or (Torn the 24 training stations every 40 seconds, he said. Polaris weight machines, using progressive resistance, are available to isolate and strengthen all muscle groups. Aerobic stations increase stamina and over-al- l body condition, he said. Several machines are available for student use. The fitness center is equipped with Life Cycle computerized bicycles, y ski machines. rowing machines, and Students may register for PE 170 any Monday before midterm. e students pay a fee of $30 per ten week session, while pay $60 per session for full use of the equipment. Classes are scheduled at the student's convenience with grading based on the number of visits completed per session 28 visits equal an A. Although a final decision hasn't been made, Hardcastle said that students using the Physical Education Building for open recreation mav be allowed to use the Super Circuit machines on a trial basis. Students using the machines outside of class will not have access to the computer instruction that normally accompanies the workout, and class members will get top scheduling priority, he said. Students registered for the class enjoy workouts scheduled at their convenience and a total fitness workout designed for their indi'-duaneeds. Audio-comman- cross-countr- Full-tim- non-studen- ts l 9 PAGE STUDENT SPECIAL ONLY BICYCLE & SKI TUNE-U- P REG. $2995 NOW $1595 OFFER EXPIRES OCTOBER 31,1988. BICYCLES BRAKE ADJ. GEAR ADJ. WHEELS TRUED FLATS REPAIRED LUBRICATION SKIS FLAT FILED EDGES SHARPENED HOT WAX BINDING LUBRICATION PETEX VISION STREETWEAR JIMMY Z VUARNET CANNONDALE SPECIALIZED CYCLE PRO KHS MONTAGNA BRISTOL SATISFACTION GUARANTEED f |