University of Nebraska Kearney - Blue and Gold Yearbook (Kearney, NE)

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English loses professor oseph Carroll told a story m about himself once. He was standing on a street corner in New York City when a passing city bus rudely coughed black fumes at him. After that he decided, Okay - I'm leaving! So he moved to Chicago, then on to Kansas. Carroll was born in New York City on Nov. 'll, 1922. After serving in World War II, he earned his bachelor of arts degree at Long Island University in 1951. He attended Fort Hays State University. In 1957 he earned a master of science degree in education administration. Six years later he earned a master of art degree in American literature at the University of Kansas. While living in Kansas, he taught at Catherine K.S. Grade School, Hays Kansas Junior High School and the University of Kansas. Carroll joined KSC in August 1963 as an instructor of English. In 1969, he became an assistant professor. Dr. Harland Hoffman, professor of English, described Carroll as being extraor- dinarily cooperative, energetic and Jk dedicated scholar. Dr. Gene j E. Hamaker, professor of history at KSC, maintained an m ■ office on campus until the time of his death, according to History Department Chairman Dr. Mike Schuyler. Dr. Hamaker died at his home in Kearney on Oct. 19, after a prolonged battle with cancer. Hamaker devoted his life to history, even to the exclusion of what most would consider an active social life, Schuyler said. He added that Hamaker's dedication to his work left him virtually unknown to many outside the history department. Hamaker's word did not go unnoticed in the world of print however. Two books of Hamaker's were published: Irrigation Pioneers and Brighton, Colorado. His writing was also featured in another book, Public Power in Nebraska. He also contributed, through articles and reviews, to a number of historical and educational journals. Several associations listed Hamaker as an active member: From willing. This willingness was described by Dwight Adams, professor of English. “Joe was willing to work with the students - to put in extra time with them. He liked students. He worried a lot whether he was getting through to them. Also, he had a great concern for the subject matter. He studied very hard and was always well prepared for his classes. Carroll's dedication to his career was further displayed by the list of his memberships. These included: Kear- ney State Education Association, National Council of Teachers of English, Modern Language Associa- tion, National Education Association, American Association of University Professors, Nebraska Council of Teachers of English and Phi Delta Kappa. Carroll died April 23, 1985, at the age of 62, a victim of cancer. Surviving him are his wife Mary Alice, daughters Jane and Jody, and two grandchildren. — Connie Lightner the Popular Culture Association, Rocky Mountain Social Association, to Ne- braska State Records Board and the Midwest Archives Center. At KSC he was director of the Kearney Center for Archives and History since its inception. Dr. Hamaker was a 1945 graduate of Ainsworth High School. From 1946 to 1949 he was a member of the 82nd Airborn Division, United States Army. He earned his bachelor of arts degree from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1958. Before arriving at Kearney he held a variety of teaching positions at Midwestern University, University of Hawaii and Idaho State University. He was also chairman of the department of history and political science at Dana College and was an instructor at the University of Nebraska at the Lincoln Extension Division. His work will live on in the writing he produced over a lifetime, Schuyler said, adding, “He was a scholar, a gentleman and a friend to the college. He is missed. — Joel Lau 27 Cancer claims Hamaker

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Issues Cancer — nasty word but time to face it Cancer! An issue most youthful college students would like to avoid. But avoidance is the worst thing you can do, according to Arlis Weed, tumor registrar for Kearney's Good Samari- tan Hospital. “Information about and for any cancer is important. Coliege, and the average college age, is an excellent time and place for education about cancer, Weed said. Not talking about it is a solution that many use in avoiding the topic of cancer. But with the recent loss of two well-known KSC professors, whether we wanted to talk about it or not, cancer was brought to campus attention this year. Students, co-workers and other faculty members experienced the loss of these two professors because of cancer. Cancer strikes all ages. While older people are more likely to get cancer, youth should not consider themselves immune, according to Beth Hulthusen, central area execu- tive director of the American Cancer Society. Halthusen said there are some cancers that are prevetant in college- age people. Supporting this information. Weed said, “In the '19-29 age group within the Kearney area, there are 38 cases of cancer at this time. They vary from cancer of the thyroid gland, lymph, esophagus, sinus, lung, breast, cervix, testes, bladder and brain, in addition to Hodgkin's disease and leukemia. Even Ann Landers states that there is more cancer in the U.S. than 35 years ago. She attributes this to five reasons: (1) more accurate diagnos- ing; (2) the population has increased approximately 55 percent during the past 35 years; (3) more women are smoking; (4) industrial pollution has became heavier and (5) people are living longer. While lymphomia and leukemia are two cancers that strike young people, Dr. Robert C. Rosenlof of Kearney said there is an increased amount of lymphoma and leukemia in the Central Platte Valley — perhaps twice as much as the national average. Cancer can be an issue even Seven Warning Signs hange of bowel bladder habits. A sore that won't heal. Unusual bleeding dis- charge. Thickening or lump in breast or elsewhere. Indigest ion difficulty in swal- lowing. bvious change in a wart or mole. Nagging cough or hoarse- ness. when the individual doesn't suffer directly from the disease. For Jane Carroll, a KSC student, losing her father to cancer was an emotional trauma that came during her college senior year. For other students, according to Darlene Bevard, counselor at KSC's counseling center, it can mean losing an unde, a spouse or another close person. The student has to deal with the changes that cancer within the family brings — and frequently, the grieving process. Halthusen said that the American Cancer Society stresses that support groups are important. She said sup- port groups include not only the cancer victims, but other family members who share in the cancer experience. Halthusen said In these support groups, persons often find they' e not alone; they can learn from each other about ways to get through such things as chemotherapy and the fear of loss. Being aware of cancer as an issue Is only the first step for college students, according to Flalthusen. She said early diagnosis is very important in increasing survival chances. “Be aware of the warning signs, she said. But, she added that more then recognizing the warning signs, young people should be aware of eating habits such as low fat and high fiber. There are things one can do to minimize the odds of getting cancer, according to Halthusen. She advises that people should learn more about stress management; that they should take responsibility for their own health and well-being by eating right, getting regular medical exams and moderating their lifestyles. She said young people should not fall info the trap of thinking cancer only happens when you're older. Both Halthusen and Weed stressed education and awareness are two important keys in keeping healthy and avoiding cancer — and if it can't be avoided, then In coping with it in a successful and positive way. Cancer — it's an issue. An issue that can be approached with silence and ignorance, or with information and education. It's your choice. — Carolyn Troxel and Marsha Kaiser

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Student Services Above: A student gets professional advice on her condition. Right: Vickie Unferth, assistant director of Residence Life, takes part in Welcome Week activities. Programs designed to benefit student needs rhe Counseling and Advising Center in Student Services is looking to the future. In the last few years, programs have been introduced to make students feel happy and more at home, said Janet Blake, acting director of counseling and advising. Resident assistants, tutors and others have been learning how to help in improving residence hall life through skills in leadership and communication. This program in the counseling and advising center is about two years old. The Early Warning System, which is new this year, alerts advisers of students who are in trouble in classes. Residence directors or student advi- sors contact troubled students to offer help. We hope to find students with concerns and get help for them, said Blake. A program designed to identify students likely to leave college is the Exit Prone program. Student Services screens all academic - advising folders and entering - student surveys to identify students with academic dif- ficulties or students not prepared for college. The Organization - Student Match program tries to get students involved in campus activities by sending them meeting notices from clubs and organizations in which they have indicated an interest on surveys. All of these programs are de- signed to make students feel involved and happy, to prevent them from wanting to leave college. Blake said, “Our goal is not to make them stay, but make them feel good about the institution. These are just some of the services provided to KSC students. Other existing supplements to better- ing student life are programs like Student Health, Career Planning and Placement and Campus Security. — Donna Swigarf