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Show Feb. 7, 1975 Signpost Page 3 edia Board discusses 'Signpost' AA Advisory capacities for Signpost and the MedL Board plus discussion of editorial policy, Editors and Business Managers were among the topics discussed in Tuesday's Media Board Meeting. It was discussed whether or not the Signpost advisor should serve as advisor to Media Board and whether this appointment should be represented with both voice and vote. Entertainment for the motions in past meetings have been to suggest and appoint someone outside the Journalism Department to serve as the Media Board Advisor, so as to eliminate bias and prejudices that might be in conflict with Signpost. Wendy West, media Sit ROBIN JEPPSON, COMMUNICATIONS vice president, listens to debate on who should be this year's advisor to the Media Board. (Photo by Dianne Sheldon) representative to the board, stated That Howard Schwartz, journalism instructor for Weber State College, seemed to be the most qualified to serve on the Media Board. West referred back to last years editor selection meetings of the Media Board saying "He (referring to Jim Foster, advisor to the Signpost) knew Brad's (Brad Carver) and David's (Dave Midget) work." Schwartz, a gallery participant Union Movie T 7 ! I 20lh Century-fox Presents COLOR BY DELUXEVPANAVISION R suggested to the Board that the Media Board advisor be someone "who is in constant contact with the staff and advisor and someone who can defend himself, his actions and the Signpost staff ... if necessary." Dave Rich, coordinator of student government, asked at this time what the term "defend" implied and asked if this word already implied bias. Definition of terms Schwartz stated that in - this instance the word should read to "interpret why" Schwartz said that many times a person who has not had journalistic training sees the Signpost as vindictive ... "I want to show it as neutrality rather than a vindictiveness." Schwartz suggested the word "defend be eliminated and replaced with the words 'explain or justify' what happened in a situation existing or in a controversial issue." Rich suggested that if they brought in an outside source the Board would be able to view the Signpost as the public views it ... that it would be more representative of how the public views it." Jeppson stated that for "too long a time there has been one group to run the paper, doing what they wanted to do and getting by, calling it Journalism stuff ... and not writing to inform the public." Leonard Hawkes, media representative, said that "I personally have a hard time relating to things that the Signpost does. I think it would be a wise idea if we brought in someone like Dean Mikkelson who has a lot of experience in a broader area. West then entertained the motion that Schwartz be made advisor to the Signpost staff. West stated that he (Schwartz) "was constantly in touch with Signpost editors and that he was down in the office two or three times a day giving them comments and criticisms" and in short, "trying" to serve as advisor.Jeppson stated that this was true, that in her previous experience as a member of the I Fri.&Sat. 7:00 & 9:30 p.m. yearbook staff, Jim Foster who then served as advisor to the yearbook as well as the Signpost "stood in our doorway twice, and surveyed the office and left. You had to hound him to do that! " she continued. West commented that editorial policy was the job of the Editor and suggested to the Media ll 1 mmmmmmmm f NEWLY APPOINTED SIGNPOST advisor Howard Schwartz feeds Fred Barta's dog Sundrop in the Fine Arts Center Parking lot. (Photo by Dianne Sheldon) Your choice of diamond elegance with savings up to 50 with no sacrifice of quality Illustrations enlarged atu. 2434 Board that when selecting this year's editor they base their decision on the . applicant's philsophy. Dean Belliston,student-at-large, stated that he thought that there should be more positive aspects of the college viewed in the Signpost. She further commented that it should be possible to "give an editor free reign to do what they want and yet have them reflect PIZZA 440 E. 4400 S. Wl JEWELRY WASHINGTON BLVD. PHONE OGDEN, UTAH 84401 our attitudes. "Don't put 'em in a corner or they're 'gonna' fight back. Before Media Board adjourned Schwartz was made the Signpost advisor with the Media Board advisor yet to be appointed. Media Board meetings are open to all interested students. The next meeting to be held will be today at 1 p.m. in the Executive Council room near the student government offices. PARLORS 394-5559 Love, - 5 - Mcttak The epitome of romance in exquisite matching bridal sets. Engagement and wedding ring set in 14 Kt white or yellow gold with the wonderful interlock feature so that they never twist, always look their best. By FealLuRIng In 14 Kt. white or yellow gold 399-0234 |