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Show THE THUNDERBIRD In OFFICERS' RESERVE through THE OUT DOOR V SUSC MONDAY, JANUARY 8, 1990 TRAINING PAGE CORPS -- 3 COMMENTARY BY PHIL CHIDESTER ' UL iU New decade prompts reflection The new year is a perfect time for reflection, for staring back through g the shrouds of forgetfulness and recalling those few events that will serve a useful purpose in redefining our future lives. And this new year in particular almost begs for a common recollection: 1990 spells a new decade for the peoples of the world, and we cannot help but pause for a moment in our individual pursuits and take stock of what a turbulent 10 years have done to our individual lives. And where does the past year fit into this veritable panorama of world events? 1989 stands as the capstone for a decade, a span during which the very world as we know it was shaken and stirred beyond our wildest imaginations. But, what with oil spilling and Ayatollahs dying and forests burning and wars waging, it was often difficult to focus our attentions on those few events that could have a major impact on our g tradition here quiet southern Utah lives. And so, in a at The Thunderbird, I present SUSCs top ten news events for 1989. You may not agree with all my choices; but you will, in the end, concur that these stories are at the heart of what we are as students and faculty and staff at this great institution. 1 0. Salman Rushdies 'The Satanic Verses causes a worldwide furor. Our professors are constantly warning us of the evils of plagiarism, and now finally a graphic example: an obscure author with a name that sounds like an aquatic spawning ground writes a little book, and suddenly every Muslim in the civilized world wants his head on a platter. The power of the pen has never been more evident. 9. The parking lot on Dewey Avenue gets a pavement job. After years of sludge in the fall, sludge in the spring, and frozen sludge in the winter, welcome relief for those deprived of Library parking. Thank you. 8.The United States finally flexes its military muscle to advantage in Panama. Isnt it comforting to know that our armed forces can complete a little operation without losing dozens of soldiers to a ragtag resistance (Grenada) or completely botching the show (Carters hostage rescue)? So George can make a gutsy decision after all! Welcome to the United States, Mr. Pineapple Head! 7. SUSC considers a change to a semester system. No more losing credits textbooks! No more happy students! in transfers! No more 6. Sawyer Brown plays the Centrum. I didnt even make the concert, but after all the students who asked me if I enjoyed it and chided me for not kicking out $15 for a ticket to support my school, I figured it deserved a place on the list. 5. Coldfusion is discovered in Utah. Two guys playing in heavy water up north prompt the biggest scientific investigation in recent memory. Call it 4. SUSCs baseball team gets the ax. May I paraphrase the Beach Boys for a moment? And well have fun, fun, fun til Jerry takes the awav! We were all upset about this one last spring, but maybe it was for the best. There seems to be a divine curse on the sport lately remember Pete Rose? Art Giamatti? The World Series game in San Fransisco? 3. SUSC considers a change to SUSU. Whats in a name? Judging by the furor over this one, a whole lot more than I ever imagined! (By the way, President Sherratt, could I have two diplomas printed up in June, just in case?) 2. The uorld becomes a freer place. Tiananmen Square, Czechoslovakia, Rumania, Germany, Poland watching the peoples of the world fight for their liberties can only force us to better appreciate our own. Let freedom ring! And finally, the biggie: 1. SUSC is still the same. Thats right, not even the historic upheaval of the past year can change the old routine of classes and dances and parties and ball games and studies and life. And isnt that comforting decade and brand-neto think about, especially in the face of a brand-neanxieties for the human race? Long live SUS(U)C! earth-shatterin- long-standin- youre a freshman or sophomore with good grades, or two-yeapply now for a three-yea- r scholarship. From Army ROTC. Army ROTC scholarships pay tuition, most books and fees, plus $100 per school month. They also pay off with leadership experience and officer credentials impressive to future employers. Find out more. Contact CPT Kevin Miller, South Hall, SUSC If 586-793- 2. miY kotc TEE SMARTEST COLLEGE COURSE T0U CAN TAXL half-finishe-d con-fusio- AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRIC 757 N. 100 E. 20 586-130- 6 OFF ALL WORK FOR SUSC STUDENTS. ELECTRONIC TUNE-U- P PARTS & LABOR FOR $3995 WITH THIS PRICE INCLUDES 20 OFF. OFFER GOOD COUPON ONLY. 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