University of Georgia - Pandora Yearbook (Athens, GA)

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CONTROVERSIAL tt CAMPUS For most students, college provides that first glimpse of what is called the real world. We are confronted daily with choices that affect our lives — What do I believe in? Where do I stand on this issue? Students were presented with many issues on which to form their own opinions. On October 8, student demonstrators protested Attorney General Michael Bowers ' decision to withdraw a job offer made to Robin Shahar because of her marriage to another woman. Many students protesting Bowers ' decision were angered by the Uni- versity ' s decision to allow his rep- think that a school as liberal as CIGA de- serves equally liberal laws. — Hilt More on At hen ' s open container poli- cy. resentatives to conduct job inter- views with law students on campus. Students experienced new free- dom as the Athens Open Contain- er Ordinance was suspended. Downtown public reached new heights. Students and city council members struggled over the issue, as council members discussed re- instating the ordinance. No matter what the issue, whether it states gay rights, drink- ing downtown, racial discrimina- tion, or sidewalk vendors, college provides the forum and a diverse mix of opinions. It is here that stu- dent form and test their own val- ues and convictions. 24 IDEAS ISSUES Peter Frey. The Campus Observer Suzanne Pugh (right) and thirty others demonstrate outside Clark Howell Hall to protest Attorney General Mi- chael Bowers ' s decision not to hire Robin Shahar on the grounds that she married another woman. ■■•UZ

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PUTTING ittto- PERSPECTIVE Campus visitors gave stu- dents an opportunity to develop their ideas. Visi- tors were invited by the University to talk about a wide range of topics. The Committee for Black Cul- tural Programs sponsored Satur- day Night Live ' s Chris Rock. Along with opening act A.J. Ja- mal, Rock entertained a sold-out show of about 750 people. Stu- dent Ciciley Nelson commented, It was fun. Students got a chance to see an up and rising star. Democratic presidential candi- date Jerry Brown brought his campaign to Athens. One of the largest crowds to ever assemble at ' ' Shows by guest speakers provide social outlets for students not involved in any clubs or organizations. — Ciciley Nelson the Tate Plaza applauded Brown ' s thoughts on current politics, gov- ernment investments, and educa- tion. Jello Biafra, former singer of the Dead Kennedys, focused his speech on censorship. In the spirit of Halloween, the University Union brought Raymond McNally, who fascinated an audience with his stories about the life of Dra- cula. As part of Developing Rela- tionships or Close Encounters of the Intimate Kind program. Will Keim, a campus minister from Or- egon State University, spoke frankly about sexual relation- ships. ello Biafra amused many with his sentiments on censorship, government, and Desert Storm. He creatively poked fun at the realities of the war. He de- nounced the glamourization of the war and the fact that it was the first war with an ad campaign. VISITORS SPEAKERS

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he corner of Sandford and Baldwin is a popular spot for students to buy hot dogs and browse for tshirts and jew- elry. How to regulate street vendors has been a major issue for the Athens City Council. The Tate Center is a frequent gathering place for student groups and organi- zations. It was also where speakers often delivered messages, while engaging in lively exchanges with attentive stu- dents. Students enjoy the freedom of drinking downtown while the Athens Open Container Ordinance is suspended. The issue has been a struggle between stu- dents and members of the City Council, and the battle is far from over. IDEAS ISSUES