Oglethorpe University - Yamacraw Yearbook (Atlanta, GA)

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B-32 1981 THE YAMACRAW PPLA Keeps Up With All The Issues The Politics and Pre-Law Association provides the Oglethorpe campus with an avenue for expressing its political views and seeks to guide the pre-law student in his or her pursuit of the legal profession. Three major events highlighted the 1980-81 school year for the PPLA. The first took place on October 23 and 24 in the form of a mock election, co-sponsored with Omicron Delta Kappa. Over 500 respondents cast their votes for their choice in the 1980 Presidential and Senatorial races. Proving to be a unique cross section of the United States, Oglethorpians favored Carter with 51.6% of the vote. Reagan came in second with 39.9%, followed with Anderson ' s 5.6%. Oglethorpe predicted the Georgia Sen- atorial race correctly though — Mattingly was favored by 70.9% while incumbent Senator Talmadge lagged behind with 28.6% of the vote. The PPLA also sponsored a Presidential Debate on October 28. Representatives of the Democratic, Libertarian, Republican and Independent parties were present. The debate was followed by questions from the PPLA Panel consisting of Tim Tas- sopoulos, Mark Moskowitz, Lee Van Grack and faculty member Dr. David Thomas, an expert on the U.S. party system. The debate proved to be an informative event; those who attended heard the various platforms in each race and were able to confront the candidates ' spokesmen on all the issues. The third major event took place during the spring semester when the PPLA co-sponsored a special multi-media pre- sentation on the music and politics of the 1960 ' s. The event was organized by Professor James Bohart and, judging by the turnout, was a complete success. One of PPLA ' s most successful projects was the Presidential Debate, featuring representatives of all the major presidential candidates. The Politics and Pre-Law Association: BACK ROW: Cindy Larbig, Jenny Francik, Tim Tassopoulos (vice president), Lee Van Grack, Mark Moskowitz, Rita Llop (secretary), Drew Findling ROW 2: Chris Sertich, Mark Lisicky, Michele Cubit, Marybeth Robertson (president) FRONT ROW: Kim Bunting (treasurer). Howard Barr. Bruce Johnson, Michelle Fryer, Debbie Morgan

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THL YAMACRAW 1981 B-31 The Sociology Psychology Club: Phyllis May, Gregory Hunt, Howard Jones, Bette Shornick, Dr. Martha Vardeman, Dr. Robert Moffie, Dr. Claire Coles, Mix Evertz, Donald King NOT PICTURED: Gene Senfad, Johnnie Badges, Lisa Rangazas, Linda Barkis, Susan Swaby, Jolita Rix, Judy Etheridge, Terry Schmidt, Mara Schultz, Peter Dolce, Karen Keiser Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society: BACK ROW: Jon Fagerstrom, Pete Milot, Paul Sykes, Ed Odenkirchen, Dan Burzinsky FRONT ROW: Peggy Mueller, Peggy Goodwin, Debbie Bradley, Diane Peer, Andrea Gelfon, Dave Mills, Dr. Monte Wolf. The Student National Education Association: STANDING: Nancye Rankine, Dr. Lavon Talley, Dr. Louise Valine, Leslie Tindall, Amy McCune, Brenda Peed, Donna Tucker, Dr. Ann Wheeler, Barbara Doughty, Bathsheba Romero, Dr. John Stevens, Charlotte Sorrell, Paul Gandolfo. Nelsie Wade SEATED: Mary Elliott, Lisa Wright, Eloise Mallory NOT PICTURED: Linda Leiand, Robin Johns, Lynne Serby, Kathy VanDuser, Chris Sertich, Tracy Marshall, Mike Emery, Danette Vanhuss Soc. Psych. The Sociology Psychology Club is composed of people interested in areas and specialties of psychology and sociology. The purpose of the group is to explore those areas of interst through speakers, discussion groups, and field trips. Early in the fall, organizational meetings were held to elect officers and plan the remainder of the year. Alix Evertz and Lisa Rangazas were elected co-presidents and their planning brought about such activities as a talk on Adult Development by Dr. Claire Coles in October and a field trip to the Dekalb Drug Addiction Center. This spring Linda Barkis and Karen Keiser were elected to replace the interning Evertz and Rangazas. Events for the semester included a Stress Reduction Clinic held by Dr. Johnna Shamp and a lecture on Careers in Com.munitv Mental Health. . V--. 1 , For the third year in a row. Dr. Monte Wolf, a familiar face to many science majors at Oglethorpe, has sponsored the American Chemical Society. The organ- ization this year had Ed Odenkirchen as President, Peggy Mueller as Vice- President, and Peggy Goodwin as Trea- surer. The ACS had a total of 15 members. The purpose of the .ACS is to further an interest in chemistry and the sciences in general. It does this through organized participation in projects chosen by the members. Members may also attend monthh meetings of local chapters. S.N.E.A. The S.N.E.A. is a professional organization focusing on issues and concerns in education. Membership is open to all education majors and interested students. Through the national organization, a wide selection of benefits, sen ' ices. and programs is offered. These include discount books, free publications, and tort liability insurance. Informational meetings and social events help students become better acquainted and foster a professional awareness of the responsibilities and challenges of the teaching profession. Other goals and activities included the sponsoring of a charity project and a doughnut sale in February to help establish an aw ard for a teacher education major.

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THE YAMACRAW 1981 B-33 The Boar ' s Head Duchess Club Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa: BACK ROW: Lew Gordon, Greg Stiles, Marcia Carter, John Thames. Manning Pattillo ROW 2: Tim Tassopoulos, Marybeth Robertson, Rick Kaiser, Sheila Marx, Terry Tribbet, George Waldner FRONT ROW: Robin Johns, Elaine Minor, Dave Mills, Drew Findling, Lisa Rangazas, Tricia Smith NOT PICTURED: Kath- leen Ahearn, Malcolm Amerson, J. Brien Key, Martha Vardeman, Roy Goslin, Charles Sullivan, Charlton Jones, John Stevens, William Strozier I f H met H 1 m k l 1 1 F B HI W. - ' .9 ll ' Bl ly I ' V« ' ODK: Honor and Prestige Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society, recognizes outstanding achievement both inside and out of the college classroom. The Boar ' s Head Duchess Club Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa is the most prestigious honor society on the Oglethorpe campus. Composed of only the most select individuals. ODK requires its members to be active leaders in a variety of organizations. The members of Omicron Delta Kappa for 1980-81 were tapped during regular class hours on November 21. A reception was held for the new members immediately after the tapping ceremony. These students were then inducted into ODK at the Boar s Head Ceremony on December 5. This traditional Yuletide program is the highlight of the Oglethorpe holiday season. As well as recognizing outstanding leadership, Omicron Delta Kappa fulfills important service functions. In September ODK sponsored an extremely successful Mock Presidential Election along with co-sponsors Phi Alpha Theta and the Politics and Pre-Law .-Xssociation. In addition, the members sold Christmas cards to raise funds for UNICEF. decorated Hearst Hall and Lupton for Christmas, co-hosted speaker Diane Hine on February 13, co-hosted a spring province conference for ODK circles from North Georgia and South Carolina on April 3 and 4, sponsored the faculty- student Softball game in the spring, and attended a luncheon at Emory which included all .Atlanta circles with Hamilton Jordan as guest speaker. These activities were an important part of the Omicron Delta Kappa program to recognize the leaders of today, as well as to develop the leaders of tomorrow. The Boar ' s Head Ceremony highlights the Christmas season. Above Left: Dr. John Cramer reads an entertaining Christmas story at the ceremony. .Above Right: ODK initiates sign a book of membership as they are inducted into the Circle. Left: Initiates taking an oath of membership.