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IFC approves new rush policy

By Claudia Curry | April 20, 1989

The InterFraternity Council approved a new IFC rush policy at Tuesday's meeting which requires each rushee to visit at least four houses during fall rush. In addition to the card and stamp system developed last year, IFC approved a "region system" which...

Program awaits approval

By Amanda Martin | April 20, 1989

NIU's once-troubled physical therapy program now awaits approval to increase enrollment after a year of restructuring. Olive Kimball, chairman of NIU's allied health professions department, said she is waiting for a decision from NIU Provost Kendall Baker...

Exhibit features WWII uniforms, equipment

By Gail LaBarbera | April 20, 1989

The Historical Re-enactment Society displayed World War II uniforms and equipment Wednesday in the Stevenson Tower east field. The display was part of an event celebrating ROTC week. The group came to NIU because Ernest Klapmeier, a real estate agent...

IFC president leaves position

By Claudia Curry | April 20, 1989

Jim Valentine resigned from his position as InterFraternity Council president after Tuesday night's IFC meeting.

Valentine said his reasons for leaving involve his educational goals, which he feels can be better met at another institution.

He said he reassessed his educational needs during the past few months and has decided to transfer in the fall to University of Iowa's masters program in finance.

Valentine said the reason he left the position before the end of the semester is because his replacement should move into the position while Valentine is still on campus to help with problems.

Kevin Gross, former IFC administrative vice president, will replace Valentine through the summer. The IFC executive board will appoint an IFC administrative vice president by May 2.

"I accomplished most of my goals for the semester. There are basically just administrative things that need to be taken care of ‘til the end of the semester," Valentine said.

One of his major duties as IFC president has been helping the executives and IFC representatives reach their goals this semester, he said. "The elimination of the little sister programs, the implementation of an alcohol policy and the development of an effective judicial board are a few goals that the IFC accomplished this semester," he said.

Valentine said he feels the IFC has "moved forward and progressed during this semester and will continue to do so in the fall.

"I am extremely confident that the IFC executives will continue to provide their high caliber programming for the fall semester," he said.

Valentine said before the fall semester begins, NIU should appoint a full-time greek adviser. That will help the IFC work more closely with the administration and campus, he said.

Gross said the deadline for application is April 25 and those interested in the position should contact him.

The IFC constitution states that upon the resignation of the IFC president, the position will be filled by the IFC administrative vice president.

Groves says tuition hike unlikely

By Diane Buerger | April 20, 1989

Board of Regents Chancellor Roderick Groves and NIU President John LaTourette said at Wednesday's Regents meeting a tuition increase for Regency schools is unlikely for the 1989-90 academic year. LaTourette said, "The Board is taking the position that...

Accident does not dissuade musician

By Bill Schwingel | April 20, 1989

Three years ago, he lost the use of his right arm. But Jeff Peller will play the piano at his first NIU recital Saturday at 1 p.m. in the Recital Hall of the Music Building. Peller, 27, is an NIU senior majoring in music education and has been playing...

Company closes local pizza place

By Greg Rivara | April 19, 1989

DeKalb's Pizza World closed its doors Sunday because sales did not meet the company's expectations, and the branch was isolated from the home office in Bloomington, Ill. Pizza World President Thomas Ahlers said the 10-year-old branch has left the DeKalb...

Ambiguity has become the real media victim

By Ellen Goodman | April 19, 1989

The Boston Globe WASHINGTON—The brief film clip on the screen flanking the convention panelists captured one of those historic moments in the annals of televised discourse. There was Morton Downey, Jr., and a member of his rabble-roused audience screaming...

Volunteer Action Center acts as ‘mom’ to elderly

By Bill Schwingel | April 19, 1989

Even if you have been married for 40 years and have three children and seven grandchildren, it doesn't mean you cannot enjoy the benefits of someone who will drive you to work, take you to the doctor or make you lunch. The Voluntary Action Center, 1606...

Policy proposal rejected by IFCrejected by IFC

By Claudia Curry | April 19, 1989

The NIU InterFraternity Council Tuesday did not approve an amendment proposed by Phi Kappa Sigma fraternity to a constitutional advertising policy. Phi Kappa Sigma proposed that each fraternity include in advertisements what type of party is to be held,...

Mayor dedicated to his hometown

By Tammy Sholer | April 19, 1989

A man who puts his hobbies and his recreation after his job, a man dedicated to the improvement of a town, a man who has been mayor for 36 years—this man is Sycamore's very own Harold "Red" Johnson. In his deep, rugged voice, Johnson said his life is...

Communities halting crime with DeKalb law inforcers

By Michelle Landrum | April 19, 1989

Since 1982, DeKalb County residents have had the opportunity to be take part in the law enforcement in their communities. Sycamore Crime Stoppers depends upon community involvement and rewards information leading to the arrest of criminals. The Sycamore...

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