The Michigan Daily -Thursday, November 8, 1990 - Page 3 'U' Pres., students ,meet at 'E. Quad by Jay Garcia Daily Staff Reporter "It's fun to visit next door neigh- ors," said University President Names Duderstadt before tensions rose during a visit with students at East Quad residence hall last night. Duderstadt came to speak with students and answer their questions about issues concerning them. It be- came apparent soon that the central -topic would be the deputization of campus security officers. Students Jterrupted Duderstadt several times, saying they did not accept the statis- Aics he used to support the Univer- sity's deputization plan. Duderstadt defended deputization Vy stating that the University has the "highest crime rate in the Big Ten" Conference, and the Ann Arbor Police Departments is too inefficient in responding to campus calls. "Reliance on community police is niot adequate," he said. f On the recent long delay in re- Vairing lights on the Diag, Duder- stadt said, "that had something to do with Detroit Edison." Some in the crowd that had gath- ered yelled out their opinions against J pcomin 'y Lynne Cohn [gaily Staff Reporter -A booklet which will use stories tf- students' experiences to portray tiie academic climate for University -iomen will be published within the iext few weeks. The Michigan Student Assem- bly's Women's Issues Commission ,Whd the University president's wo- "men'sissues task force on the cam- ppps climate began planning the bpoklet in December 1989. A spe- cific date of publication has not been . t. The booklet's publication is be- ng supervised by last year's mem- bers of both groups in conjunction With the Center for the Education of Women. Answers from a 1990 winter term 1survey will appear in the booklet; the survey was distributed randomly ,t a number of campus locations, Ticluding the Sexual Assault Preven- tion and Awareness Center and Women's studies classes. The first draft will contain more than 75 stories gathered from men apd women of the University's vari- ,,us departments and colleges. The hgrge number of negative stories por- ray an academic climate that is hos- jile and uncomfortable for women. Election Court clears CC of ihbel ch by Christine Kloostra Daily MSA Reporter The Conservative Coalition (CC) was cleared of three counts of libel by the Michigan Student Assembly's Election Court last night. The suit, filed by the Action party, addressed three posters en- dorsed by CC. Eric Stempien, an Ac- tion candidate who filed the suit Monday, said he would appeal the decision immediately. James Green, a CC candidate said, "We feel completely vindi- cated." The suit was originally filed against two posters, and a third that appeared Tuesday was added later. The three posters in question concerned MSA's debt, funding for trips outside of the United States, and denial of office space to certain student publications. The court, in a unanimous deci- sion, found CC not guilty of libel in regard to two of the posters. The court also voted 3-1 to clear them of the libel charge against the poster discussing the assembly's debt. The poster read, "MSA radicals put MSA in Debt by $100,000. Con- servative Coalition Stopped the Deficit. Don't Let the Action Radi- cals Bankrupt Us Again." arges Stempien contended that the poster implied Action was responsi- ble for a debt MSA incurred two years ago. He explained that the party did not exist at the time the debt was incurred. "They imply Action radicals put us into debt and that if we're elected, we'll do it again," he said. "If you looked at this poster alone, would it be libel against Action? You bet it would." Election Court Chief Justice Laura Miller said the poster was misleading, but that the majority of the court did not believe there was "malicious intent" on the part of CC. She urged CC to be more careful about the wording of their posters in the future. Stempien said he was encouraged by Miller's comments about the poster. "Maybe students will look at these with an eye of scrutiny," he said. Green said the libel charges stemmed from Action's desire to avoid the issues of fiscal responsibil- ity and accountability of student government. "This case is obviously the result of the desperation Action is feeling in not being able to reach the stu- dents," he said. J.OEJUAELJ/Daiy University President James Duderstadt answers questions for students at East Quad's Greene Lounge last night. deputization at which point Duder- stadt was forced to stop. "I'm trying to engage in a discourse. I've tried to level with you. I don't want this to turn into theater," he said. Later, the discussion turned to the topic of the creation of a code of non-academic behavior. Duderstadt said the University needed one "like every college in the America." Michigan Student Assembly President Jennifer Van Valey was present at the gathering and had her' hand raised for much of the hour, but 'I'm trying to engage in a discourse. I've tried to level with you. I don't want this to turn into theater' -University President James Duderstadt Duderstadt did not call on her. Duderstadt "is eloquent at justify- ing deputization. It's complete im- age," said Van Valey. Other questions asked involved the lack of multi-cultural content in classes at the University. "The contribution of people of color should be included in basic ed- ucation," said Kelly Johnson, a mi- nority representative at East Quad. "A University like this really has to provide an education for a multi- cultural world," Duderstadt agreed. J 5 booklet assesses campus climate for, An equal number of stories show that professors and teaching assis- tants have taken steps to make women more comfortable in an aca- demic setting. Approximately 100 students, fac- ulty members, and staff in leadership positions throughout the University will receive the book. Others who are interested may obtain one by calling the MSA office. "The thinking behind creating the booklet is that it will be useful for all members of the community to 'The thinking behind creating the booklet is that it will be useful for all members of the community to know how it feels when offensive comments and actions are made' - Abby Stewart, Women's Studies Program Director know how it feels when offensive comments and actions are made," said Women's Studies Program Di- rector Abby Stewart. "Both men and women appreciate those professors who specifically use gender-neutral language," said Nicole Carson, last year's co-chair of MSA's Women's Issues Commis- sion. "Other examples show appreci- ation for sensitive teachers who say, 'Tell me if I offend anyone,' and pro- fessors who are conscious of who they call on, making a point to call on as many women as men." Members of both groups hope that the booklet will eventually be used as an integral part of TA train- ing and teacher-student workshops. "As it is now, TA training (on sexism) is not required," Carson said. "There is a coursepack that in- cludes a few articles about women's issues, but it is very minimal." The booklet will eventually be condensed and will become available to all on campus. women "I have been surrounded by women's issues my entire life," said English course assistant Matt For- beck, "but I think this kind of a booklet would be very helpful for:a TA without that background. TAs should be made more aware 6f women's issues in the academic en- vironment." Experts call for expanding campus fitness centers By Jennifer Weil Recreational Building (CCRB), the mained constant in the past few In the past decade there has been a growing trend towards a more health-conscious society. An ever increasing number of special diets, health clubs, T.V. commercials, and even magazine ads promote the slen- der, toned body. "I see people running and bicy- cling everyday. I also know people who exercise five to six times a week," LSA senior Imran Kiani said. Although there seems to be a growing trend towards achieving the "Hard Body," appearances may be deceptive. Dr. Michael Stevenson, director of the Department of Recreational Sports, said in the past three years the number of people using the Uni- versity's recreational facilities has remained surprisingly stable. Ap- proximately one million people use these facilities each year, he said. The University's three main fa- cilities are the Central Campus North Campus Recreational Building (NCRB), and the Intramural Building (IM). Stevenson said, "more students, especially those living in residence years, with a slight increase in the number of men taking these classes. VanVolkinburg noted that classes are filled. She said, however, "If there were more rooms available in 'More students, especially those living in residence halls, would workout at the CCRB and the NCRB if more exercise and weight rooms existed' - Dr. Michael Stevenson, Director of the Department of Recreational Sports chines are popular because they have a feedback mechanism - such as distance and calorie counters -- which allow people to determine how far they have gone and how many calories they have burned off.. LSA junior Christina Beery agreed. She said, "I use the Stair- master because I want to see how many calories I've burned off while exercising." According to Stevenson, the most popular aerobic exercise machine with women is the Stairmaster, whereas for men it is the free weights. Stevenson said, "The reason why- more men use free weights is be- cause they are more interested in in, creasing and strengthening muscles than women, who are more inter- ested in using a machine like the Stairmaster, which is more aerobic" and tones the body. ° halls, would workout at the CCRB and the NCRB if more exercise and weight rooms existed." Due to budget constraints, no fur- ther expansion of facilities and ma- chines are planned in the near future. Patricia VanVolkinburg, director of the Adult Lifestyle Program; said the number of people taking aerobic classes at the CCRB has also re- the facilities, there would be more classes for aerobics." While the number of people en- tering these facilities has remained constant, there has been an increas- ing demand for aerobic exercise ma- chines such as stair-climbing ma- chines, rowing machines, and sta- tionary bicycles. Stevenson believes these ma- ..r" , i STHE What's happening i Meetings A G R O C (Lesbian & Gay Men's Rights Organizing Committee), ,ieekly meeting. Union, Rm. 3100, 7:15-8:30. ,Michigan Video Yearbook, weekly meeting. Union, 4th floor, 6:30. Amnesty International, weekly meeting of local chapter. B116 MLB, 7:00. Palestine Solidarity Commit- tee, weekly meeting. International Center, 7:30. El Club de Espanol, weekly meeting of the Spanish Conversa- tion Club. MLB 4th Floor Com- inons, 2:30-4. ACT-UP, weekly meeting. Union, 7:30. Intervarsity Christian Fel- lowship, weekly meeting. Angell Hall, Rm. 25, 7:00. Michigan Video Yearbook, weekly meeting. Union 4th floor, 6:30. Tagar, weekly meeting. Hillel, 8:00. Pre Med Club. South Lecture Hall in Med Sci II, 6:30. Psi Chi National Honor Soci- ety for Psychology. Union Rm. 2209 A & B, 6:00. Journey Women, a women & spirituality group. Guild House, 802 L IST n Ann Arbor today Speakers "Mapping the Gettysburg Battlefield," Dr. Ronald Grim, speaker. William Clements Library, 8:00. "Cryo-Electron-Microscopy Studies of the Conformation of Individual Large Biologi- cal Molecules in Aqueous So- lutions," sponsored by Chem. Dept.; Prof. John Langmore, speaker. Rm. 1640, 4:00. "Epipaleolithic-Neolithic Transition in the Faiyum De- pression of Egypt," brown bag lecture; Richard Redding, speaker. Natural Science Museum, 12-1:00. "Jewish Progressives and Complicity in Oppressing Palestinians," sponsored by PSC; Dr. Marc Ellis, speaker. Rm. 100 Hutchins Hall, 4:00. Furthermore Safewalk functions 8-1:30 am Sun.-Thurs., 8-11:30 Fri.-Sat. Call 936-1000 or stop by 102 UGLi. Northwalk functions 8-1:30 am Sun.-Thurs., 8-12:00 Fri.-Sat. Call 763-WALK or stop by 2333 Bursley. ECB Peer Writing Tutors available to help with your papers Sunday-Wednesday, Angell/Haven Computing Center, 7-11:00. A2 men arraigned for sexual conduct Two Ann Arbor residents were ar- raigned Monday for criminal sexual conduct of the first degree. The men allegedly forced a woman to perform a sexual act with the threat of a weapon. The complainant filed a report with Ann Arbor police at 10:49 p.m. Nov. 4. The woman told police she had been at her boyfriend's apartment in the 2400 block of Lan- cashire earlier that night when a friend of her boyfriend offered the boyfriend $10, breakfast, and a pack of cigarettes if the woman would have sex with him. The boyfriend agreed, according to the report, but the woman did not consent to the deal. The boyfriend and his friend then got a gun and threatened to shoot her if she still refused. She managed to escape after per- forming oral sex on her boy-friend's friend. The suspects were located and arrested by Ann Arbor officers at Meijer's on Carpenter Rd. Monday morning. Chris Rezek and John Swencki are currently detained in Washtenaw County jail and must pay a $50,000 bond to be released, reported Thomas Caldwell, city detective. Their pre- liminary examination is at 9 a.m. Nov. 14 in the 15th District Court. The maximum sentence for crim- inal sexual conduct of the first degree is life imprisonment. 9:53 a.m. Nov. 5 when a male sus- pect said to give him money. The teller gave the man, who had a black hand gun, $8166. The suspect drove away in a dark gray, four-door Ply- mouth Horizon with a Michigan li- cense plate. Campus area break-ins Police reports from Nov. 6-7 indicate a third floor room in Bursley Hall was illegally entered, resulting in residents' loss of a VCR and stereo. Police suspect the thief may have a key. 0 An unidentified person broke into an apartment on the 1400 block of Geddes sometime between Nov. 2 and 4. Police reports said the suspect entered through an unsecured front door, and took jewelry valued af $2,120. Police reports said $1,570 worth of property was taken, includ- ing a CD player, CDs, a microwave, TV, and stereo gear from an apart- ment in the 500 block of Packard bey tween Nov. 2 and Nov. 4. A thief entered a residence on' the 2300 block of Packard through t locked door and took clothing, a VCR, an answering machine, a rings a watch and cash. An unknown suspect broke into an apartment in the 500 block of Church by kicking in the front door Nov. 5. Residents reported stereo equipment worth $1,050 was stolen. - by Josephine Ballengei Daily Crime Reporter Thieves rob bank machine user A strong-armed robbery and car larceny took place at a bank teller machine at 1969 W. Stadium when a woman was making a transaction at 5:51 p.m. Nov. 2. Police reports said the victim was grabbed from behind by a male who took her money, and a second man jumped into her car and waited for the first suspect. The suspects then drove off with the car, in which the woman had left her keys and purse. The car was recovered in Detroit the next day. Comerica held up A teller at the Comerica bank at 2001 Huron Parkway was held up at Siiuum -vb Food BuyVj. 1 e ...4 ... COOKIES o I