Page 4-Thursday, July 27, 1978-The Michigan Daily 00michigan DAILY Eighty-eight Years of Editorial Freedom 420 Maynard St., Ann Arbor, Ml. 48109 Vol. LXXXVIII, No. 52-S News Phone: 764-0552 Thursday, July 27, 1978 Edited and managed by students at the University of Michigan What's in a major? Let me tell you !I Early campaigning A S ANDREW YOUNG'S surprise "political prisoner" statement illustrated last week, there needs to be more communication between high echelon government officials so that there might be better coordination of public statemen- ts. President Carter's battered image-maker Gerald Rafshoon - who is trying to save Car- ter's battered image in time for the 1980 election - is justified in criticizing the administration for its lack of continuity. But the approach Rafshoon has taken to solving this problem is portentous. Monday, Raf- shoon decided to cancel the appearance of presidential aide Midge Costanza on the "Good Morning America" television program, and replace her with Stuart Eizenstat, the president's domestic affairs adviser. Rafshoon claims, "We're not telling (White House staff) what to say," but Costanza's ap- pearance was cancelled because Raf- shoon 'thought she might say something damaging to Carter's image. This is not only a poorly concealed attempt at Ron Ziegler-like censorship, but also evidence of public opinion poll politics in the White House. In effect, Carter is running for reelection two years early. The polls show his popularity is plummeting, so he has hired a man specifically to improve his image. He has obviously given Rafshoon carte blanche authority in performing this task, even if it includes censorship of White House staffers. It is true that some coordination is needed concerning statements made by ad- ministration officials, but an image build on cen- sorship and conformity to rigid doctrine is more representative of ad agency tactics than presidential policy. By Stephen Pickover Upon receiving my diploma from the College of Literature, Science and Arts at the Univer- sity of Michigan, I casually rip- ped open the manilla envelope, stuffed with firm cardboard, and perused the small document for- mistakes. Spelling of name? Check. School? Check. Degree? Check. Majors? Majors . . .? There was no mistake. The double major for which I pain- stakingly labored what seemed an eternity was simply not listed. I looked on the back, checked for the possibility of a second page, tried reading the document over a light bulb to discover the in- visible ink, but alas, no major. Somewhat miffed, especially after discussing the matter with a friend who was visibly discon- cerned at not having his Economics/History of Art double major embossed on his cer- tificate, I strode to the diploma office for some answers. "WELL, IT really doesn't mat- ter," she said pertly. "Your majors are on your transcript, so if you have to apply for a job, they're right there." I later lear- ned that only people who do honors undergraduate work in LSA are entitled to having their majors placed on their diploma. "I don't know who makes the much use to the graduate, it must decision," she added to calm my be for the benefit of others. wrath. Imagine that; after four Diplomas are displayed like years and $20,000 she tried to tell - words of art. Walk into a doctor's, me my majors are unimportant! coporate business executive's or The College of Literature, politician's office and what are Science and Arts must deem hanging on the wall. Numerous them important because to even diplomas, awards and cer- consider receiving a Bachelor of tificates, displayed proudly, Arts or Sciences one must saying this is my background, my declare a major by the junior credentials. What does a diploma year. At least fifty per cent of a that says Bachelor of Sciences student's college work is spent on tell you? That 60 credits or more prerequisites or on required were completed in the sciences. I courses for completion of a happen to have a double major lin major. It is important enough for zoology and theater. Will anyone one to see a counselor concerning believe me? the pros and cons of selection and U n de r g a r d u a t e engineers to be placed at the head of the receive diplomas with their transcript, along with other per- respective majors listed. Why not tinent information like name, ad- LSA? The students certainly dress, and school. Why then isnt have worked and studied just as it important enough to be put on a hard, and deserve just as much diploma? consideration for their time and WHAT IS the significance of a effort. It may not seem like diploma? Its purpose, its use? much, but after four years one Graduates certainly do not need a would think that the Big 'U' could piece of paper to prove to them- have a little heart. selves that they have completed their studies. They remember the " hassles with the bureaucracy, Stephen Pickover, a prolific with absent professors, with Daily Arts staff writer, says he mistaken grades, the hours of spent four years and 20 grand- study, the perfect paper, the t fouearsfand 20 rand failure. They know they to become qualified to direct a graduated from the University of play about animal husbandry, Michigan. It seems if it is not but no one believes him. To the Regents: Minorities To The Daily: We are incensed at the Supreme Court finding in favor of Allan Bakke. We are concerned that the Court's decision will be used to undercut the minimal gains that have been made toward increasing the full and equitable participation of minorities and women at the University of Michigan. We call attention to the fact that, although the University un- dertook in 1970 to achieve 10 per cent black enrollment, it has fallen far short of this goal. In fact, black and minority enrollment has declined in recent years. Similarly, in the area of employment, the University has failed to satisfy HEW requirements governing fair em- ployment practices. We call upon the Ad- ministration and Regents of the University to publicly reaffirm their commitment to affirmative action with respect to both hiring and admissions. -Atet cat/Prostitution Education Project; American Medical Student Association (AMSA); Ann Arbor Committee for Human Rights in Latin America, Steering Commit- tee; Ann Arbor Preparatory Com- mitteefor the Eleventh World Youth Festival; Ann Arbor Wilmington Ten Defense Committee; Association for Critical Social Studies; Black Medical Association; Black Student Union; Chicano Student Psychology Association; Graduate Employes Organiation (GEO) Executive Sommittee; Graduate Employes Organization (GEO) Stewards Council; La Raza Law Students Association; Los Hijos de Atlan; Medicai Women Academic Caucus; Michigan Allian- ce Against Repression; Minority Women's Caucus; National Lawyers Guild. 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