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Show The Tfumderhird Monday , September 26, 1 983 Page 13 Book buying is frustrating but necessary, says Ohms Bookstore manager warns of difficulties students face by Kallie Parkinson at text exchange; gives because it provides the student with an additional source of information apart from the instructor. Ohms said one important point to remember is that the average life of a book is only two to three years. Due to information updates and new editions, material becomes outdated after this time. In addition, he said approximately one half of the texts purchased from the bookstore for any given quarter may never again be used at SUSC. When estimating a book's value he said it is a good idea to compare the cost of the text to the total number of credit hours for which it will be used. Purchasing books for college classes can be a frustrating experience for both new and continuing students. Dennis Ohms, operator of the SUSC bookstore, offers advice that may be helpful. As students buy books they should first decide if they really need the book, Ohms said. He commented further that it is possible a book may never be used in a class, and if that is the case, there isnt much point in purchasing it. He pointed out that book buying is beneficial tips on book pricing policies When questioned about the pricing on used books, Ohms explained that many such books are purchased from used book companies at new book prices. The used classification comes from name stamps either on the book or inside it. Otherwise, these books are just like new. Books that have been used and returned by students are sold at a 20 to 25 percent discount. Last year tvyo campus organizations, Circle K and Phi Beta Lambda, indicated interest in operating a student-rubook exchange and there appears to be a general interest among SUSC students for the idea. n Recreational facilities open for use Students with a little extra time for recreation might consider checking out the possibilities available through the Open Recreation program. Open Recreation is the time designated by the physical education department for open use of the facility. Facilities include a swimming pool, weight room, racquetball courts, and more. Just show your student ID at the door to use the facility. Also, with your student ID you can check out equipment such as basketballs, skis, or camping gear. Open Rec is free to students, since the costs are included in the student fees. Dave Taylor, acting director of student activities, said, The Open Rec program is one of the best spent dollars of students fees. Jim Neilson, supervisor of Open Rec, stated that the community is also welcome to use this equipment; however, students not attending SUSC are eligible for pool use only. The rates are 75 cents per visit for those over 12, and 50 cents for those 12 and under. Community adults may use any part of the facility for $1 per visit or $20 per quarter. Open Rec hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from p.m., and Saturday from p.m. Thursday is Students Nite, which is open to SUSC students only. Racquetball courts can be reserved one day in advance by calling the equipment cage 12-- 5 (586-7833- ). Get down to business faster. With the BA-3- If there's one thing business students have always needed, this is it: an affordable, business- -oriented What has the BE ten-ye- OF INFORMED ABOUT NOT PUZZLED BY Constitutional language of the jiEqual Rights Amendment! Paid Advertisement calculator. The Texas Instruments BA-3the Student Business Analyst. Its built-i- n business formulas let you perform complicated finance, accounting and statistical functions - the ones that usually require a lot of time and a stack of reference books, like present and future value 1983 Texas Instruments 5. A powerful combination. calculations, amortizations and balloon payments. Think business. With The BA-3- 5 means you the BA-3- 5 Student P1 Business Analyst. spend less time calculating, and more time learning. One keystroke takes the place of many. The calculator is just part of the package. You also get Creating useful products and services for you. a book that follows most business courses: the Business Texas Instruments Analyst Guidebook. Business professors helped us write it, to help you get the most out of calculator and classroom. |