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Show Signpost -Tuesday May 7, 1985 9 Ericksen gives up Music Department chair to take sabbatical by Tedann Olsen Staff Reporter "I want to get back to teaching" said Dr. K. Earl Ericksen. He has decided to leave his position as chair of the Music Department, having served in this capacity for the past six years. Dr. Ronald Wooden will be taking his place at the end of this quarter and will continue as department chair for the next three years. "My first love is teaching," said Ericksen, "It will be good to get back to it after the last few years." Before he gets back to the classroom, he plans to take a year's sabbatical. Ericksen began his career ar WSC 24 years ago as an instrumental instructor. He has led all the bands, including WSC's Tangent Factor, a band that plays music from the swing era, and also the orchestra. Ericksen recieved his schooling primarily in Utah. He earned his associate's degree at Snow College in Ephraim and his bachelor's degree at BYU. Ericksen recieved his master's and doctorate degrees at Utah State University. His first teaching position was as a sports coach in the Uintah Basin. He has taught students from the elementary level on up. Although he doesn't teach in the classroom, Ericksen gives private instruction to students each quarter. , r :. ..J.-.'. .. . ' - ::v:S-Wi,,. I, 1 1 it. ..nvivM ft Jt,..Y,.,, , ., , , i'hjHwwf photoEric ChrislcnsL-n Dr. K. Earl Ericksen as he conducts the Tangent Factor jazz ensemble. This is the last year he will conduct the group. Gordon Meyer performs as part of Sunfest by Don Guthrie Staff Reporter "This is Gordon Meyer, I can't come to the phone right now for any number of reasons, none of which are any of your business." This is the message on Gordon Meyer's answering service. Meyer, a junior at WSC who is majoring in sociology, is a comedian and magician. He will be performing in the Wildcat Theatre Friday at 11:30 a.m. Meyer's performance is a part of the Sunfest activities, sponsored by ASWSC. Meyer has recently changed his image as a performer. "I used to do a lot of kid shows. You know, pulling the rabbit out of the hat and stuff. Then the rabbit died. I had to change the act and get out of the kid business." Since he was 12 years old, Meyer has been performing magic tricks. Three years ago, he decided to add some fun to his act. "A blend of comedy and magic is better suited for the '80's, and more entertaining" Meyer said. Meyer said he is inspired by Harry Anderson. Anderson, Judge Harry Stone on the NBC sitcom cian. Meyer also enjoys Gallagher. He has an extensive background in theatre, including speech, drama, mime, make-up, and lighting. He is a D.J. on the WSC radio station, KWCR, FM88, and past vice president of Pi Kappa Alpha. "It's a lot different performing for people I know. I'm cocky and arrogant on stage but not in real life. They see a different person." Meyer said. He is a member of many magician's organizations, including the International Brotherhood of Magicians and the Society of American Magicians. He has performed his act in the Ogden City and Newgate Malls. He also performed in the Dee Events Center last fall during the WSC Family Night. Meyer likes to perform for private parties and club shows. V r- .... - $ i - Gordon Meyer combines m.igic with comedy Friday, May 10, in the Wildcat Theatre at 11:30 a.m. ( n association of" registered organizations May Weber State Christian Fellowship welcomes the public to their weekly Bible study held each Friday morning at 9:30 or 10:30 in room 336 of the U.B. 7-1 0 NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENT WEEK 7 BOTANY CLUB Annual House Plant Sale at 8:30-1:30 in the U.B. Breezeway. All plants sold vary in price according the size and kind. Plants grown in WSC greenhouse. 7 ARO MEETING for all WSC organizations representatives at 12:30 pm in U.B. 347. 9 SOCIETY OF MANUFACTURING ENGINEERS (SME) announces Craig Peterson from Thiokol will be presenting a seminar on "Manufacturing with Composite Materials" from 9:30-11:30 in the Technology Building room 102. The public is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served. 9-11 The Annual SUNFEST AT WSC. 10 LDSSA Un-Party at Lagoon. "I mainly teach clarinet and saxophone, although I have taught flute before," he said. "I've been thinking about taking this year off for a long time -it will give me the opportunity to do some things I've been wanting to finish," Ericksen said. Before the year's over, he wants to spend some time visiting other college campuses and completing research for a book he's writing on elementary teaching methods. He hopes to organize a correspondence course on the history of jazz. 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