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Show The Daily Utah Chronicle Regents approve changes in access to colleges access within available resources. Access to specific programs or to institutions of choice will be limited when state funding levels are inadequate to cover enrollment growth and maintain quality." Regent Clifford LeFevre commented that the Regents want to maintain access to higher education to anyone who wants it, but the number of students that the system can serve is limited by the economy. "The pressure of enrollment and the state's limited finances almost mandate changes in the system," LeFevre Committee wants to maximize access to higher education in Utah, while staying within schools budgets By Tonia Gruschin Chronicle Staff Writer said. The Utah Board of Regents has approved a plan by the board's Access Committee to maximize student access to quality education within current budget constraints. In response to increasing enrollment without a commensurate increase in funding, the Regents have been meeting since early last spring to address the problem. According to a progress report of the Access Committee, it is the commitment of the Regents "to maximize student The committee is also addressing 12 proposals for streamlining the higher education system in response to overcrowding and quality issues. Some of the strategies being researched include: differential admissions and tuition policies for the three types of institutions in tHe Utah system; examination of admissions policies to allow appropriate for resident students; and working with preferences public education in an effort to end the high attrition rate by encouraging students to attend community colleges their first two years. non-reside- nt "AH institutions don't have the same mission and role, and students have different interests and preparedness," Cecelia Foxley, deputy commissioner of Higher Education, said. Sen. Karen Shepherd, lt Lake, who is also the director of Development and Community Relations for the Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah, noted that the California system of higher education is an exemplary system because education is literally free for residents, but is based on a tiered structure. Entrance to the University of California requires high academic D-Sa- performance. "If everyone can come to universities, quality will be lower than if entrance standards are higher. There is an extremely high number of students who drop out in their first year. It is like putting a Brinks truck full of money in a parking lot and lighting it on fire. It is an experiment on tax payer's money. We really need to think it through," Shepherd said. The plan also calls for increased governmental support for a larger share of the state resources as enrollment increases. Students respond to 'Tomahawk chop' controversy, compare to U. And the new queen is... and president of a a minority student organization at the U., said, "Personally, I disagree with the tomahawk chop because it perpetuates negative stereotypes and prejudices." "Anything that defames or imposes on the dignity of another Native-America- By Brad Carter Chronicle Staff Writer Some Native Americans have recently voiced disapproval with Atlanta Braves' baseball fans doing the "tomahawk chop" as a means of cheering for their World Series contending team. The tomahawk chop became Braves fans' unique way of cheering during their stretch run to win the National League West title. Fans began using tomahawks to metaphorically chop the opposing team. Some University of Utah students agree Native-America- n that the tomahawk chop is degrading, while others said they were not overly offended by it. Thad Baldwin, a sophomore in chemical engineering and n person or group is wrong. Overall, we need to be more sensitive to people around us," Baldwin said. "The tomahawk chop rates up there with the term 'squaw,' which is a racial slur Native Americans don't like," he said. Henry Paddock, a sophomore in mass communication, said, "I have nothing against schools and professional teams who use Indian symbols," but added, "I do take offense to team names such as the Washington Redskins." n Many of the students interviewed agreed that ' the term "Redskins" was a Native-America- particularly offensive term. Ray Frank, a freshman in civil engineering, said, "It really doesn't bother me." In fact, Frank is proud of the fact that the U. is called the "Runnin' Utes." "It shows there is a n big influence of and gives recognition to symbolism our roots," he said. According to Dan Edwards, professor of ethnic studies, the U. experienced a controversy several years ago when they were referred to as the "Runnin' Redskins." Tomahawks, statues of Indians Native-America- with large noses, and wind-u- p Indian dolls who played drums were items fans used more than 20 years ago to exhibit support for U. teams. "These and other negative connotations referring to Native Americans were very offensive and eventually faded away about 20 see "names" on page two Raza community unites to form strategic voice for change in Utah La By Jim Rice Chronicle Staff Writer Individuals of Hispanic, Latino, Chicano, and Mexican descent, as well as existing organizations, have formed a coalition in an effort to more effectively address issues concerning the community. The Utah Coalition of La Raza was formed to give members of the La Raza community a focused, unified ? voice in which to address political, educational and economic issues. According to the La Raza board of directors' statement, La Raza is comprised of people who define themselves as Mestizos of the Americas, either biologically or culturally, grounded in common historical experiences, in search of empowerment for humanity. The La Raza community stresses d that, in Utah, they are state and of all in phases local government. under-represente- "As for education, and a political voice, and treatment per se, there's almost a feeling of being oppressed out here. Where I grew up in San Antonio, I was used to seeing judges, lawyers, and businessmen, owners of banks, various high positions, were all Hispanic or of Mexican descent. Coming out here it was all reversed," said Enrique Estrada, a University of Utah student and member of the UCLR board. By establishing an advocacy group see "UCLR" on page three Inside The University of Utah Hospital is facing a shortage of blood, as many hospitals around the country are. U. students are asked to donate blood at an upcoming donation drive at the University... See Page 2 J IIIIM CHH0M1CU PHOTOJudd Hillmon There she is, Miss University of Utah Homecoming Queen of 1991, Heidi Gurgel. The lucky contestant is a senior Political Science major and is minoring in German. Gurgel is planning to The graduate from the U. with an Honors Baccalaureate Degree. a JDMPA program . reigning queen also plans on attending on finalists twelve of night. Monday Gurgel was chosen out Ceremonies. of Master the was Channel KSL 5, Steve Eager from Are women as much to blame for sexual harassment as men are? Read the Letters to the Editor to see what U. students feel ... See Page 6 losing streak. Read The Lady Ute volleyball team is in action tonight looking to break a U. women's tennis team is the how and season more about how the Lady Utes are doing this section. national tournament action this week in the Sports six-matc- h See Page 10 Org. 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