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Show Oil (J i ?m Students Do Lack Eielp International students enrolled in Utah's colleges and universities feel a lack of help and friendliness, two representatives who attended the United States National Student Association conference told the Board of Control. Dee Jacobson and Dennis Dahl, two representatives to the conference, held January 80 on the USU campus, urged that students take more active interest in the USNSA. Mr. Jacobson pointed, out that many people are unaware of the association's existence. "In the past, USNSA hasn't been an active, functioning organization at Weber," Mike Murdock, studentbody president, said. "We have been trying to get it on its feet this year." In other action, the Board approved new appointments on the Signpost staff and voted to declare the February 12 game between Weber and Snow College "Family Night." Two dollars per family will be the flat price of admission to the game for this night. Curtis, Leigh To Ctioose loyalty Movie stars Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh will judge the candidates from Excelsior and Otyokwa Club and choose a Sweetheart from each to reign at the Annual Sweetheart Ball soon. This dance, one of the biggest social events of the year, will be held February 19, at the Berthana Ballroom. It will be formal announces Shannon Reyns of O.T. Candidates for the Sweethearts are Judy Cavalli, Joan McFarland, Rosalie Moyes, Lois Alder, JoAnn Holmes, Larry German, Chris Jensen, Brent Waddops, Gary Jackson, and Robert Peterson. The music will be provided by the Stewart Grow Orchestra. Tickets are $3.00 per couple. Weber Students Prepare Seminar The Social Science Department is again preparing to present a student seminar on important current events. According to Lawrence Burton, these seminars will be held each quarter to interest and acquaint Weber students with world problems. Last quarter such subjects as labor problems and world religions were discussed. Similar subjects will be discussed this quarter at the evening seminar to be held the end of February. Those interested in this development can contact Mr. Burton or Dr. Dello Dayton for further information. All students are urged to attend. Also the public is invited.Teens Carry g "Teens Against Polio" is the title of the dance to be held, Feb. (i, at 8 p.m., in the Mt. Ogden Junior High Gymnasium. The S2 per couple admission price will go entirely to the March of Dimes campaign. Door prizes will be awarded and Bill Straley will provide the music.Nancy Roylance is chairman of the affair. WEBER COLLEGE Vol. 1 No 16 I s A 1 VVf " ?4 "v ' ' ''. ' f ! I V- , & r.- " t V - - ' ; "" 1 TICKETS ARE now on sale for the Arena Theater production of '"Oedipus Rex." All technical work is done entirely by students. Illustrating various phases are, left to right, Judy Butler, Cheryl Paxton, John Hale and Linda Owen. Using the theme "Man from Space," Weber's annual Snow Carnival will feature snow sculpture, races, and royalty. LADY IN THE TUB ks?-- By Patti Meikle Signpost Asociate Editor Question: What do you think of girl's wearing slacks to school? Sophomore Lynda Coleman said, "I don't think they're in good taste. There are appropriate places for them, but school is not one of them." Mike Collins, also a sophomore, thinks that it's all right for girls to wear slacks "for ski classes, assemblies, and other similar activities, but not for everyday attire."Diane Dursteler, a sophomore, said, "I think they're fun. This Weber Frosh by Signpost Staff Writer Of special interest to the freshmen is my choice of the outstanding personality for this week. Alr lan Peek is my next victim. This is Allan's first year at We ber College. He is a graduate of , Weber High School where he was I active in many school affairs. He I .vas the president of choir, a mem- j jer of the senior counsel, and loyal j . supporter of all school activities, j Allan lives on a turkey ranch vith his parents, and five brothers ind sisters. His work on the farm ;eeps him very occupied. Being a follower in dramatics, SIGNPOST OGDEN, UTAH The carnival, sponsored by the freshman class, will be February 12 at Snow Basin. All afternoon classes will be dismissed that day. Not Everyday is college. You should be able to come to school the way you want to." Lois Stoddard, another sophomore, "I think women compete in men's areas enough without trying to look like them. I do agree, though, that it is a more convenient way of dressing for those who go to ski class on Friday.""I wouldn't wear slacks to school," Freshman Julie Ann Frost said. "But I feel that whether or not a girl wears them is up to her alone." Snow Proves Active Person Allan Peek February 5, 1960 Feie "The social clubs, Lambda Delta Sigma and the Independents are invited to compete in the snow sculpture contest," Marsha Ferrin, freshman class representative said. The competition will be divided into two areas, with a first place in the men's division and a first place in the women's division. A sweepstakes prize will also be awarded. The monuments will be judged on originality, skil, and good taste. Organizations competing will have an allotted area in which to work. They may use color and other accessories, but at least !ir per cent of the sculpture ' must consist of snow. WIA will be in charge of the carnival's snowshoe and saucer races, the relays, and the girls' ski race, according to Pat Berger, WIA president. Climaxing the carnival will be the selection of a king and queen, who will be chosen by studentbody vote. Allan takes part in different plays and productions. He is currently playing in "Show Boat" which will be presented on Feb. 2!l, March 1 and 2. Forestry is going to be Allan's occupation. He is planning to attend USU after completing his studies at Weber. Also in his plans is a mission for the LDS Church. In all our talking we mustn't forget his most important interest. He has a "steady girl" who is attending Weber High School. Freshmen at Weber' can be proud of a fellow classmate who represents them in fine fashion. ! in Build ling 1 Tickets on Sale S By Xorman Bramble Signpost Staff Writer Tickets are now on sale -at the Cashier's office for the Arena Theater Production of "Oedipus Rex" which will run Feb. !) thru 1."! in the Moench Building. Starting time of the production, directed by John M. Elzey, is S:30 p.m. Much Dancing This ancient Greek Drama by Sophocles was first presented over two. thousand years ago in competition at a Bachian Festival. The performers wore masks and did considerable dancing. Mr. Elzey has been supervising the cast members in making their own masks which will be worn during the entire presentation. Members of the cast were also in charge of technical duties, props and costumes. This production will mark something new for the Ogden area. It has been many years since a masked-play has been presented in Utah. Old Legend The story of Oedipus the King is an interesting one, beginning back centuries before the birth of Christ. At the time Sophocles recorded in story his tragedy, it was already an ancient legend. Members of the cast include William Higley, Judy Cavalli, Bob Wood, John Hale, Norman Bramble, Phil Mathews, James Eggleston, Cheryl Paxton, Linda Owen, Lois Stoddard, Sherry Boe-deker, Joyce Eldredge, Kaye Mc-Garry, Gary Olsen, Dennis Bramble, Janet Bell and Carolyn Som-mers. Assisting on the technical end are Colleen Keyes and Vic Carlson. The play has created much interest throughout northern Utah and students are urged to obtain their tickets early. Credit Union Elects, Appoints Officers for the new year were elected or appointed, and a business report given at the annual meeting of Weber College Employees Federal Credit Union. Organized less than three years, the credit union had loaned !?22U,-77N in 2t)4 loans, it was reported. The union has a membership of 207, with assets reported at more than $!M,000. J. Farrell Shepherd, college bookstore manager, wasre-appointed president, an office he has held since the union was organized in lij."7. Dr. Sheldon P. Hayes was re-appointed vice president, and Darold H. Chambers was named to succeed Thomas Riley as treasurer. Mr. Riley was appointed to the supervisory committee, to work with holdover members Robert H. DeBoer and Bill S. Henrie. Dr. Dello G. Dayton is parliamentarian, and Blaine M. Hartog, clerk. Clifton B. Larson and Mr. Chambers were elected as new members to the board of directors. During the past year, the credit union paid a five and a half per cent dividend to shareholders, plus a 10 per cent refund to borrowers, Mr. Shepherd reported. Budget for the new year was set at S!,2dO. Officers voted to liberalize maximum loan maturity limits from three to five years, at the option of directors, and to raise the limit on unsecured loans from .4(ki to $7511. |