The Michigan Daily - Monday, October 2, 1989 - Page 3 Housing launches recycling program by Christine Kloostra Discrimination satisfies dorm* probe esident was recently struck down by a federal judge. The University has imple- mented a newv/interim policy, but the Black female said she had no plans for pursuing the case any further. The white female was not avail- able for comment on the housing of- ficials' decision. by Marion Davis Daily Minority Issues Reporter Students living in university housing can now eat pizza and pro- toct the environment at the same time. E With the introduction of recy- cling centers in residence halls, stu- dents can recycle newsprint and cor- rugated cardboard, including pizza boxes, in their own hall. The centers, introduced this September, provide bins for newsprint, cardboard, and non-recy- clable waste. Students must separate the waste themselves, placing it in the appropriate receptacle. The recycling program was im- plemented by the Housing Division and Plant Department Solid Waste Management Task Force, a group fdrmed in January, 1988 by the combined efforts of eight university a d community groups, including the Housing Administration, Recycle UM, the Residence Hall Association, the School of Natural ~sources, and Recycle Ann Arbor. Student-coordinated recycling programs have existed in several res- idence halls for the past two years, bit the lack of continuity as the vlAunteers moved out of the halls created a need for a more institution- afized program. Students approached Housing of- fibials late in 1987 with a plan to cteate a university-run recycling pro- gram. The housing department re- sponded enthusiastically, facing a landfill space shortage and anxious The Black woman who accused her assigned roommate of racial dis- crimination said last weekend that she is satisfied with the University Housing Department's investigation of the matter. However, she said she has not been told exactly what actions were taken against the white female and she is concerned whether the actions are appropriate. Last month, the white Mary Markley dormitory resident told a Residential Director that she wanted to move out after discovering that her roommate was Black. The Black student later charged that she had been the victim of discrimination. "I asked them twice. He said no," the Black female said, noting that Associate Housing Director Archie Andrews would not tell her any de- tails about the ruling. Andrews said under the Family Educational Rights Act of 1974, the contents of a students record cannot be released without the student's permission. He did, however, tell the Black female that the white female is undergoing "some kind of proce- dure." In incidents such as this one an exception should be made, the Black female said: "I do think that maybe she should have gotten more." Andrewsasaid last week that he thinks housing has conducted a fair and thorough investigation. As far as housing is concerned, he said, "the matter has concluded." Housing officials had attorneys to look at the case, the Black female said. They determined that if she were to take legal action, she would have lost, based on recent court rul- ings regarding freedom of speech and the First Amendment. The University's policy on dis- criminatory harassment, which did not allow discriminatory comments, jokes, and other forms of speech, Child 'giant' treated in U.S. ROCHESTER, Minn. (AP) - At 7 years, Igor is already about 6 feet tall and weighs 200 pounds. He's come thousands of miles from his native Soviet Union to the Mayo Clinic in hopes doctors can remove a dangerous tumor from his skull and stop his abnormal growth. Igor and his mother, Svilana Ladan, arrived three weeks ago after she waged a worldwide letter-writing campaign from her home in Kiev to find treatment for her son. The costs of the boys care are being donated. "People think 6 feet, not 6 years,"" said Nina Sahulenko, a rela- tive from Phoenix who is translating for the Ladans. "But he's still a child. He likes to play. When there are children around, he will find those his own age." Sahulenko also said that the glasnost-era easing of travel and other restrictions on Soviet citizens has helped, "otherwise he'd never be here." Natural Resources sophomore, Dyan Harden participates in the University's Recycling process. Harden is the chair of recycling for Goddard Oxford Housing. to reduce the amount of waste gener- ated by the university. The Waste Management Task Force hired an independent consul- tant, Resource Recycling Systems, Inc., and in a joint effort developed a long-range waste reduction plan for the entire university community. The estimated annual cost of the program is $150,000. Phase I of the plan began this September in nine of the university residence halls, incorporating recy- clables with a large volume and low processing level. Thirty to thirty- five percent of the university waste stream consists of newsprint and cor- rugated cardboard, items that can be processed easily. Phase II recommendations in- cluded the incorporation of other re- cyclables in the waste stream, pri- marily focusing on metal and glass. George SanFacon, Housing Facilities Director and Co-Chair of the task force estimates that since the start of the program over 21 tons of recyclables, 5% of the waste stream, have been processed. The task force projects that 20% of the solid waste will be diverted through the new program, with a resident participation level of 50 to 70%. Reach 40,000 readers after class, advertise in A: A1aduAGauAZIE Weekend MAGAZINE _I _. Alumnae Council 1elps 40 females ,by Joanna Broder Stress is a fact of life for college stidents. Dividing schedules between class- work, extracurricular activities, and social events, some students' sche- diles are so booked that they must literally make time to sleep. Add to that the burden of worrying about financing one's education, and a st'udent can become overwhelmed. *C: The local Alumnae Council of WCJubs is hoping to provide some re- lipf from this financial burden for about 40 qualified female students tlis fall. a The council, a division of the Alumni Association, will consider ai~varding a scholarship to any female graduate or undergraduate who has maintained a B average, has served the community in some way, and o ~s demonstrated a financial need. "We're looking for someone who cares about the future of the 'U' and not just their own," Edith Bletcher, the director of Student- Alumni Services, said. Having awarded about $60,000 in scholarships last fall, the council plans to do the same this year. Grants range between $500 and $2,500 dollars for each student. 1 In addition, other University Alumnae clubs from through out Midwest are likely to donate addi- tional grants. Bletcher said, "We have high hopes that about 20 more students will be awarded out of other club funds (from neighboring states)." The alumnae club scholarships differ from those offered by the Office of Financial Aid. Many grants available at the Office of Financial Aid, including the Michigan Annual Givings and the Regents' Alumni Scholarships, require that students rank in the top one percent of their high school classes. The Alumnae Selections Committee, however, weighs academic ability, financial need, and community service when choosing candidates. Harvey Grotrian, director of fi- nancial aid, said, "(Our) scholarships are based upon merit. The competi- tion is really very very keen. If we were to more broadly recognize aca- demic performance we could spend millions." The Alumnae Council awarded its first scholarship in 1935. Jean Cobb, director of Alumnae Activities, said the council wanted to promote women's education in an era when "there was little scholar- ship support for women." "The original idea was for women to help other women," Bletcher said. Applications are available for the scholarship at the Alumni Center on 200 Fletcher Street. The deadline for applying is Nov. 27. Last year, about 62 percent of the students who applied for the scholar- ships received some funds. The council is legally allowed to limit its scholarships to women be- cause they are considered a private organization. They do, however, of- fer three to four Lorraine Gay Scholarships to men who graduated from Saginaw County high schools each year. Sarah Lawrence College 4 Oxford An opportunity for qualified undergraduates to spend a year of study at Oxford. Individual tutorials with Oxford faculty, Oxford University lectures, and an affiliation with an Oxford college immerse students in Oxford's rich education tradition. For information contact: Sarah Lawrence College at Oxford Box UMO .Bronxville, New York 10708 Mon. Oct. 2 Tues. Oct. 3 Wed. Oct. 4 The University of Michigan SCHOOL OF MUSIC Faculty Recital--Earl Coleman, baritone, with Susan Gray, pianist Music of Purcell, Handel, Strauss, Faure, Arlan; spirituals Recital Hall, 8:00 p.m. University Symphony Orchestra Gustav Meler, conductor Beethoven: Egmont Overture Debussy: Nocturnes Shostakovich: Symphony #12 Hill Auditorium, 8:00 p.m. University Chamber Orchestra Richard Rosenberg, conductor Bizet: Petite Jeux d'Enfants Schubert: Symphony #9 Hill Auditorium, 8:00 p.m. All events free unless specified. Wheelchair accessible. program information on School of Music events call the 24-Hour Music Hotline--763-4726 For up-to-date .Y BUSINESS AND TECHNICAL CAREERS :?";i{: 'i:>". :: i THE LIST At GTE, The Power Is On An1d On Campus, GTE has turned on the power for the 1990's. We have consolidated our operations and formulated a spirit that is aggressive, responsive and energetic. Meet with us and you'll learn about the outstanding opportunities for people with varied backgrounds and degrees. Talk with our recruiters. Ask questions. Find out about the challenging opportunities GTE has to offer in telecommu- nications, lighting and precision materials. ALL STUDENTS WELCOME! On Campus Information Session/Reception Date: October 2, 1989 Time: 7 ,- 9:00PM Place: Conference Room D, the Michigan League What's happening in Ann Arbor today Meetings 9horin Ryu Karate Club - 7:30 P.m. at the CCRB; beginners wel- come 4sian American Association - dieets at 7 p.n at Trotter House 41443 Washtenaw) omen's Issues Committee of MSA - meets at 6 p.m. in Rm. A909 of the Union Undergraduate Philosophy Club - 7 p.m. in Rm. 2220 Angell MIall ture series on the French Revolution "ThetFunction of Film Criticism Today" - the film scholar Robin Wood speaks at noon in the Pond Rm. in the Union Furthermore English Composition Board peer tutors available - 7 to 11 p.m., Sunday through Thursday at Angell-Haven and 611 computer centers Safewalk - Night-time walking service, seven days a week; 8 p.m. 'ff% ,Y V ";Ml* of r~rr ,no - L,.