The Michigan Daily - Friday, February 14, 1992 - Page 3, Parliament member visits 'U' w i . by Mona Qureshi Daily Staff Reporter British Parliament member Bernie Grant discussed the growing tide of racist sentiment in Europe and the United States in a lecture ti- tled "The Resurgence of Racism in Europe" at Hale Auditorium yes-. terday. "Europe is going to be the most turbulent part of the world for the next 10 years," Grant said. He cited the rise of Neo-Nazism in Germany and the Front National in France led by right-winger Jean-Marie Le Pen as examples of increasing racial ten- sions. "There is a tremendous rise in racist attacks," Grant said. "Of course, because Black people are identifiable, they take the brunt," he added. Grant told the audience that Blacks are the main target of racism, but trends in racism also discrimi- nate against Jews, Gypsies, and homosexuals. Jean-Marie Le Pen's rise in popu- larity poses a strong threat to all anti-racists, Grant said. He said in the upcoming French presidential elections, Le Pen is expected to re- ceive up to 31 percent of the votes. Grant said that while Le Pen's Front National says it does not like Blacks, it admits that some Blacks, like those from Guadeloupe, are more French, and they are more ac- cepted than Blacks from North Africa. Blacks from North Africa are predominantly Muslim and Le Pen is manipulating the French govern- ment into thinking it needs to re- store its traditionally Christian na- tion, Grant said. "It's almost a holy war, or Jihad, against Islam," Grant said. And it's not just the well- known groups like the Front, National or the Neo-Nazis that are behind the resurgence of racism, Grant said. "There are well known 'Here are rich nations with wealth land that can't even take in 4,000. These people are a disgrace.' ~ - Bernie Grant British Parliament member political leaders using (the issue of racism) to their advantage," Grant said. Competition between Frances President Francois Mitterand and Paris Mayor Jacques Chirac is an example, Grant said. He explained that both politician are using idea that there is no room for refugees or im- migrants to gain popularity in elections. Addressing the situation in Great Britain, Grant said Prime Minister John Major "has joined this un- holy course." He drew a parallel between this L "U Grant ,'~ aIy ,,. F}". European trend to one which is hap- pening in the U.S. - the returning of 4,000 Haitians asking for politi- cal asylum to their own country. "There is some funny business here," Grant said. He said larger countries should be able to support these refugees as smaller countries like Kenya and Pakistan do. "Here are rich nations with wealth land that can't even take in 4,000. These people are a dis- grace," he said. Members of the audience sad Grant's lecture caused them to think about racism in Europe and tom United States. "There's just so,, many things he said ... it just abhors me. Where can I go that racism i not going on?" said Michigan alum- nae Michelle Sampson. Grant is also the chair of the Standing Conference Against Racism in Europe. I Love is in the air '- LSA Seniors Becky Wright and Kate Laporte slice the thorns off roses preparing for Valentine's Day sales yesterday at Normandie Flowers. i _... r Professional frats differ from norm by Guillermo Pinczuk They may not be part of the Interfraternity Council (IFC) or hold formals in Chicago or Toronto, but members of the University's professional fraternities said they offer many educational and social opportunities for their members. There are several professional fra- ternities which serve graduate and undergraduate students, including Alpha Chi Sigma (Chemistry), Delta Sigma Delta (Dentistry), Nu Sigma Nu (Medical), Phi Alpha Kappa (Social Work Graduates), Phi Chi (Medical), Phi Delta Phi (Law) a and Phi Rho Sigma (Medical). Although these fraternities have only one or two social events each semester, members said there is a sense of comradeship shared by the members. "It is a way of associating and getting close with people who have the same interest as you do. Everyone has the same common goal. It makes us a close group," said Delta Sigma Delta President Tom Gebeck. Third year medical student Sina Sabeg said that Phi Rho Sigma "creates a sense of unity within the medical school ... It's nice to be in a situation where you can get to meet. other medical students." Members of these fraternities said there are academic benefits as well because the younger members can learn from the advice of the older members. These fraternities also sponsor several student-faculty parties - for instance, Nu Sigma Nu members invite faculty members to a Christmas dinner. The rush process at these fraterni- ties differs from that of the social fraternities. Delta Sigma Delta has an open rush, but others like Nu Sigma Nu and Phi Rho Sigma send letters to medical students inviting them to look at the fraternity. Despite differences in rush poli- cies, most University professional fraternities do not have a pledge pe- riod. However, Phi Chi Vice President Adam Johnson said that their initia- tion week is something special. "Initiation week was really fun, but I wouldn't want to do it again," he said. y \ 1'p VA IF!' 4r ti v HOpp/4vaerfiri's 0C/I Bring your date to Scorekeepers Free Food Buffet 50g Drafts, $3.00 Pitchers 3 p.m. - Midnight NO COVER CHARGE 4' .1 4y ^. r v II 4 p JS 1N aS A I ll l THE LIST What's happening in Ann Arbor today DanCing to your e classic rock hit Meetings Friday Japan Student Association, general mtg, Michigan Union, Kuenzel Rm, 8:30 p.m. Sunday Huron Valley Greens, action planning mtg about Detroit summer, Guild House, 802 Monroe St., 6:30 p.m. U of M Chess Club, weekly mtg, Michigan League, 1 p.m. Speakers Friday "Culture, Psychology and Pathology: An Alternative," Dr. Linda James Meyers, East Conference Room, Rackham Bldg., 1:30 p.m.-3:15 p.m. "Jewish Diaspora and German literature," Nelly Sachs and Walter benjamin, Department of Germanic languages and literatures, Rackham Amphitheatre, 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. "Poland's Perpetual Return to Europe," Dr. Jerzy Jedlicki, Institute of History, Polish Academy of Sciences, Annual Copernicus Lecture, Rackham fourth floor amphitheatre, 8:00 p.m. reception immediately following in the Assembly hall. Saturday "Symposium: The Formation 'of a National Consciousness: Poland," East Conference Room, Rackham Bldg, 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Sunday "The Politics of War and Peace," College Democrats, Professor Tom Collier, Wolverine :Rm, Michigan Union, 6:30 p.m. Furthermore Friday Safewalk, night-time safety walk- ing service. Sun-Thurs 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Fri-Sat, 8 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Stop by 102 UGLi or call 936-1000. Also, extended hours: Sun-Thurs 1-3 a.m. Stop by Angell Hall Computing 'Center or call 763-4246. Northwalk, North Campus nighttime team walking service. Sun- 'hur 8 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Stop by 2333 4ursley or call 763-WALK. ECB Peer Writing Tutors, Angell/Mason Hall Computing Center, 7-11 p.m. Leagues, Spring Golf League, Spring Science Day Camp, and Spring Pioneer Living Day Camp. Support Abortion Right Rally, Ann Arbor Committee tq Defend Abortion and Reproductive rights, steps of the Michigan Union, 12:00 p.m. Activation, Alpha Phi Omega, Michigan Union Ballroom, 5:30 p.m. Film Series, Chrysler Center Aud, North Campus, free, 5 p.m. St. Elmo's Fire, free movie, International Center, Rm 9, 8 p.m. U of M Bridge Club, weekly duplicate bridge game, Michigani Union, Tap Rm, 7:15 p.m. U of M Ninjitsu Club, practice, I- M Bldg, wrestling rm, 6:30-8 p.m. Michigan Ultima Team, practice 9:30 p.m. U-M Taekwondo Club. Friday workout. 1200 CCRB, 6-8 p.m. Beginners welcome. U-M Shorin-Ryu Karate-Do Club, practice. CCRB Martial Arts Rm, 6-7 p.m. Undergraduate Psychology Department, Undergraduate psychology advising, walk-in or appointment, K-108 West Quad, 9 a.m-4 p.m. African American Art Exhibit & Sale, New Hope Baptist Church, 218 Chapin-St., 6-9 p.m. Yost Ice Arena, public skating, 12:00 p.m.-12:50 p.m. Japanese film series, A star athlete, free film, Lorch Hall Aud, 7 p.m. Winter Evening at Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packardj Rd., 6-8 p.m. Career Planning and Placement, Introduction to the Job Search, CP&P Program Rm, 12:10 p.m.-1:00 p.m., Targeting not-for- profit organizations, 4:10 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Saturday Ingalls House cleanup, sponsored by Silver Wings society, meet at North hall, 12:45 p.m. Reform Havurah Havdalah Service, Hillel, 7:30 p.m. "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory," Hillel, 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. MICHIGAN VS. MSU ON SATURDAY -- DRINK SPECIALS OpenMon -Sat 11.30 amto 2 am «21& overafter 8 pm 310 S. 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