University of Central Oklahoma - Bronze Book Yearbook (Edmond, OK)

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Left: Distinguished Alumni for 1984-85 are from left: Dr. Joe Kinzer. Dean ofthe College of Business Admin- istrationg Thomas Procopio, Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.: Bill Strong, chairman, Strong, Meis, Rozier Ad- vertising: Eddie J. Marcum. Texas lnstruments COA Janice Knecht McCormick. National Supply Co.: Mike Anderson. president, Bank of Edmondg Dr, Timothy Guzzle, vice president, Allegheny International, Below: Students were invited to ask questions concerning fu- ture employment throughout the Career Day activities. Following recognition of the distinguished alumni, the guest speaker for the day, Dr. Timothy L. Guzzle, president of Special Technology Corp., shared his views on work and corporate life. Dr. Guzzle pointed out that people should engage in work that they enjoy and avoid redirecting their energy into other fields. Guzzle's reasoning was that most people, in the long run, will learn more about the field they are truly interested in and therefore have a greater chance of achieving true ex- cellence and self-fulfillment. Guzzle also advised to pick an organiza- tion where profit is viewed as being a by- product resulting from doing a good job of providing goods and services to the consum- er. Avoid the organizations who are primar- ily interested in profit and only tangentially concerned with doing a good job for the society. Guzzle concluded his speech noting two things: ls the company a leader in its field, and does it have the capability to be com- petitive in the long run? If the company can't measure up to both of the questions, then other organizations should be sought. Career Day '84 proved to be an innova- tive way for students to meet professionals in their field and possibly seek employment opportunities. By Tina Nye

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Right: Keynote speaker, Dr, Timothy Guzzle, addresses students and faculty during a luncheon held to recogv nize five distinguished alumni, including Dr. Guzzle. Career Day '84 Career Day, which began in 1981 in its present format, continues to grow in terms of attendance and importance to the student body and participating organizations. According to Career Day Chairman David Landrum, it is vitally important for business organizations to be aware of the diversity of talent and high level of preparation existing in the CSU graduating class. Landrum be- lieves that Career Day has served to make the business community more awaregof CSU as a source of employees. Sponsored by the College of Business, Career Day provided a forum in which stu- dents could come armed with vitae and self- confidence and make contact with a large number of organizations. This year 70 organizations from the public and private sectors were on hand to ac- quaint the approximately 3,500 students and other visitors with the nature ot their work and to discuss possible employment opportunities To accommodate the event, the third and fourth floors of the University Center were reserved for exhibit and hospi- tality rooms. Student reactions to the event were var- ied but generally favorable. Most comment' ed that it was a very convenient way to make contact with a large number of organi- zations, Also, the general assessment seemed to be that about 75 percent of the organizations were actively recruiting. This figure is up considerably from the past two I l years, Randy Ice, a new member in the College of Business, observed that Career Day was a definite improvement over events at other, presumably more prestigious, universities. A buffet style luncheon, attended by al- most 5O0 people, was held in the third floor ballroom. Entertainment at the luncheon was provided by CSU's Dixieland Band The New Civilized Tribe , directed by Dr. Kent Kidwell. The luncheon provided a fo- rum for the recognition of five distinguished alumni of CSU. They were Michael W. An- derson, Eddie J. Marcum, Bill Strong, Janice Knecht McCormick and Thomas Procopio.

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Working While Learning fi? College life can be challenging, exciting and very expensive. For every major area of study there is a club: Finance, Accounting, Pre-Law, Health Science etc. For every club there is a cost. In addition to the clubs there are social sororities and fraternities. Many students are finding it necessary to work full or part time to fully enjoy the extras of college life. . Campus employment is available to some of the students. The University employs over 500 students in jobs that are beneficial educationally as well as financially. The Uni- versity pays students minimum wage and is willing to work around the student's class schedule. Many students are able to find jobs relat- ed to their major, such as lab assistant, or news editor or disc jockey on the radio sta- tion. With student employment, you have students working with other students, as in the financial aids office where several of the counselors are students. 'Working in the financial aids office gives i . s Kr? me experience in counseling, and when I graduate I will already have experience. I think this will help put me one step ahead in the job market when I graduate, said Tammy Martin, a sociology major. It is impossible for the University to find everyone a job related to their major, but there are positions available in many offices as well as in the cafeterias. Often professors help their students find work. The Daily Oklahoman often turns to CSU journalism students when looking for part time help. Several law offices hire college students for legal research. The University placement of- fice is available also to assist students in finding jobs. Because the University can't employ ev- eryone, some students look to local retailers for jobs, places such as Quail Springs Mall and fast food restaurants. Working as a clerk or a waiter may not sound very exciting, but it helps pay for the extras. Debbie McClaren, business management major, works for Sears as a clerk and additionally serves as a -of W lifeguard for White Water in the summer. Debbie hopes to go into management and thinks her job in retail will be helpful. Even though it's difficult juggling a job, she be- lieves that holding two jobs and taking a full load at school will prove to future employerj that she has the determination it takes t succeed. Lana Griffin, communications major, likei working part time because it gives her ex perience without all the responsibility of 3 career. Lana also works two jobs in additio to her school load. Gloria Jarvis, computer science major, says: I work in the nursing profession, and see a lot of things going on that people neve even think about. I think my job gives me an insight that helps me appreciate my studies more. Most students see their jobs as excitin and fun and also see a social advantagj when allowed to make new friends and learn about different people. By Tammy Tuberville