University of Denver - Kynewisbok Yearbook (Denver, CO)

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PASS Pioneers Assisting the Samaritan Shelter, better known as PASS, is a two-year old student organization that works primarily to involve the whole campus in a wide array of events geared toward helping the 2900 homeless people of Denver. PASS sponsors the Annual Fall Food Drive and Summer Clothing Drive. PASS also co-sponsors and promotes Share the Warmth and DU's Concert for the Homeless. Gleaning and the annual Bowl-A-Thon arc also two big events for our members. In addition. PASS regularly volunteers at the Samaritan House, a homeless shelter in downtown Denver. Projects include serving meals, working at the Children's Playroom, houseclcan-ing. sorting clothes, and other volunteer jobs that uphold our motto of Help PASS On Hope. standing: Robert I d moods. ( harles Case. Irene Bono. Carta DeSantis. Brandi Anderson. Sharoo Noble silting: Sharon Sherman Members Paul llcrbka Sharon Novick Julie Ocrke Chandra Lewis Kathy Bone Theresa Walsh Sarah Diss Charles Case Sharon Noble Tracey Winters Lisa Willis Carla DeSantis Courtncry Kellogg Jean Uttick Robert Schocne Robert F.dmonds Irene Buno Brandi Anderson Sharon Sherman •Advisor: Pal Sheller Director Robert Dahlen Graduate reaching Assistants John Buck Marco Coclho Heather Earl Louise Smyth Consultants Mark Barry Randy Brand Charles Bloomfield Tame Bridge Margaret Doherty Hans Hultgren Lee-Ann Jabour Rick Johnson JeffLau Elliot Mann Mike Neville Eric Novcn Matt Pohl Mike Schneider Jennifer Wells THE COMPUTER LAB

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News W» hin|[loo, D.C. march in support of Al( S research funds. Condom Machines Part of DU Stand Against AIDS Since the beginning of time, people have never been free from the threat of disease. In fact, more people have died from disease and illness than from war. Smallpox, measles, polio. Each killers in their own right Each conquered by the miracles of medicine. Today, a new disease threatens the survival of human existence. In less than 10 years. Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) has grown to unbelievable proportions. Unless the spread of AIDS is stopped, the human race will face one of the worst epidemics in its history. The result of a virus which attacks the body's immune system. AIDS or HIV. seeks out and infects a certain type of white blood cell. This infection causes the immune system to operate at an insufficient level. Once infected, the body is vulnerable to diseases normally defeated by the immune system, including the central nervous system, scientists believe In trying to understand AIDS, it is important to realize that so much remains unknown What the experts consider to be true today, may be false tomorrow. However, one thing is certain: the dangers surrounding AIDS arc staggering So how is DU handling this frightening situation? Some of the ways include an AIDS Task Force and the placement of condom machines in bathrooms on campus Playing its own role in combating the disease. DlTs administration authorized the creation of an AIDS Task Force last spring Headed by Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. Tom Goodale. the task force is dedicated to educating and informing the student body about the disease Additionally, in a mayor step toward AIDS prevention and awareness at DU. condom machines were installed throughout the campus in early September. DU was the first major university in the state to install the machines. People arc naive if they believe that AIDS is not here at DU. says senior Becky Wtninger. co-chairman of the University of Denver's AIDS Task Force. By Evan Drcycr

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News Back ro«: ( bock M widen. Pbil Vaughan. Kevin Dawson. CM Adaov Jon Nirnoann. Furman Brown, Dave Saocrwfia. Dave Geek, lorn akrajsek. James Carnev Front row: Robin Haas, linda Stamper. Shannon Kell). Dwight Smith. Crystal Johnson, lisa Alexander. Kelli Steward, Karen Caldwell Leadership Corps Serves Dual Role — Ambassadors and Advisors The Chancellor’s Leadership Corps (CLC) exists to promote the pride and positive image of the University of Denver through service to the office of the Chancellor Not only is the University served, but CLC is an opportunity for the Chancellor's office to serve the students Members act as the Chancellor's ambassadors within the student body, giving him the students' perspective on University programs and policies. It also gives students a voice in the administration and shows that their opinions matter. Juniors and seniors who are nominated by administrators become members when the final selection is made by the Chancellor himself Members of the Corps represent a wide range of campus interests and are chosen for a variety of reasons Some are scholars and some are student leaders or athletes, but all have demonstrated strong dedication to DU. Dubes of the CLC include serving as hosts for events at the Chancellor's home or special events on campus. Knowledge of academic and student programs is essential, as members often work with administrators from other universities, the Board of Trustees, alumni and prospective students. Above all. representing the concerns and interests of the students is the most important function of the CLC. Every Wednesday morning, significant topics are discussed with the Chancellor and other administrators It's an honor to be chosen to serve the Office of the Chancellor. but one that demands an on-going dedication to the ideas of the students. By Lisa Alexander 32