68 - The Michigan Daily - New Student Edition - September 3, 1996 SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE . 1 Editors Nte: These pages of the Per- spectives section feature short submis- sions from representatives of various student groups. This is a small sampling of the more than S0 student organizations, based on summaries submitted to the Daily. Most student groups will be repre- sented at Festifall, held from II a. m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 13 on the Diag. Each group will have information about their activities and how to get involved. Alpha Phi Omega Contact: President Ron Pacis, 665- 3541, ronpacis@umich.edu; Pledge Pro- gram Director Amit Bhatt, 213-7472, akb@biology.isa.umich.edu Alpha Phi Omega is a co-ed, non- Greek, national service fraternity designed to provide new students with the opportunity to make friends, serve the community and develop leadership skills. APO members volunteer in many areas of community service, such as environ- mental cleanups, ushering at campus events, fundraising for groups such as the Red Cross and WomenUs Justice center, and organizing four blood drives a year. APO also forges friendships by partici- pating in intramural sports, by organizing events including euchre nights, road scav- enger hunts and many more. How do people join this great organi- zation? In order to become a member of APO, people wishing to join must partake in activities designed to educate you about our group and to allow you to get to know the members in the organization. APO does this by playing games at retreats, by planning numerous fellowship events such as ice skating, and by accept- ing people into the group from the begin- ning. Current members have said their induction term into APO has been one of the best experiences on campus. Visit our homepage at www umich.edu/-gammapi and look for the Alpha Phi Omega table at Festifall. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. - By Ron Pacis, APO president Ballroom Dance Club Contact: Belinda Miller, 763-6984 Learn to ballroom dance with the Uni- versity of Michigan Ballroom Dance Club. UMBDC was founded in 1989 to promote social ballroom dancing by pro- viding inexpensive, quality ballroom dancing instruction to members of the University community and by providing an informal environment for social ball- room dancing. The club is open to Uni- versity students, faculty, staff, alums and interested persons in the community. UMBDC offers weekly group classes followed by dance practice, with three dance parties each year. No partner is necessary and dress is casual. We meet each Sunday. The beginning group class is at 7 p.m. and the dance practice from 8 p.m. to 9:30p.m., usually in the Michi- gan Union Ballroom. Location can vary, so please check the calendar or call the UMBDC at 763-6984. - Belinda Miller,; UMBDC Public Relations Coordinator BMX Freestyle Biking Club Contact: Bobby Carter, bkcarter- @umich.edu Mass Meeting: Sept. 27, Modern Languages Building The University of Michigan BMX Freestyle Biking Club is open to all stu- dents interested in BMX Freestyle riding. This is a creative and innovative club, bringing a new dimension to campus. Members of this club will meet to assemble and repair their BMX Freestyle bikes. We will also work to increase rid- ing and performance skills. The club pro- gram will also include viewing many pro- fessional freestyle videos. A bike is not required for member- ship. We encourage students of all skill levels to join our club. A mass meeting will be held Sept. 27 at the Modern Languages Building. E- mail Bobby Carter at bkcarter@umich.edu for the exact time and any changes. Your questions and comments are welcome. - By Bobby Carter; BMX Freestyle Biking Club Black Greek Organization The Black Greek Association is the governing body for the nine black Greek organizations at the University. These include Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.; Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.; Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.; Delta Sigma Theta Soror- ity Inc.; Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc; Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc.; Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.; and Alpha Gamma Psi Sorority Inc. These groups are committed to schol- arship, campus and community service, and social enrichment. Greek members are active in a number of co-curricular and civic activities, and many BGA members hold leadership positions on campus. BGA helps produce and main- tain a harmonious atmosphere for the organizations as well as the entire student body by promoting unity and kinship among the community. BGA will hold dialogues and pro- grams this year to help black students adjust to the University. To name a few: At 7 p.m. on Sept. 3 at Trotter House, we will hold "The Hang," an evening of dominos, cards, food, fun, music and peo- ple to break down barriers between Greeks and non-Greeks on campus. On Sept. 29 at 6 p.m. in Stockwell's Blue Carpet Lounge, BGA will hold its annual Open House to give black stu- dents information about Greek life and a chance to meet members from each sorority and fraternity on campus. - By Peter Tate, BGA president Student Book Exchange Contact: Ron Pacis, 665-3541, ron- pacis@umich.edu . The Student Book Exchange is a non- MSA serves as the student voice By Fona Rose SA President University of Michigan students on campus at the onset of the twentieth cen- tury bore more in mind than merely their lessons. With the Spanish-American War having snuffed out the lives of various classmates, and Europe playing host to the first stirrings of a tension which would eventually envelop the world in the Great War, students must have worried over such destiny-shaping forces. Closer to home, on the watch of University Pres- ident James Angell, the campus popula- tion grew steadily under the weight of an influx of first-generation Americans - the children of the 1880s' waves of immi- grants. Simultaneously, freedoms long taken for granted were eroded by pater- nalistic philosophers: Black students found themselves suddenly bound to a curfew; women saw their numbers dwin- dle to their lowest point (3 percent of the total student body) since 1869, when Madeleine Stockwell became the first female U-M student. A student populace in metamorphosis sought to make sense and order of itself; thus, the University of Michigan's student government was born. The Michigan Student Assembly is U- M's sole central studentgovernment - representing today's 37,000 students on the Ann Arbor campus. Each registered student is entitled to any of the services provided by this representative body: stu- dent organization registration, events and programs funding, office space assign- ment for an organization, health insur- ance consultation, appointment to facul- YAt.VY S IflA L UaU81Y MSA elections occur twice a year - in the fall and the presidential election in the spring. Campaign posters plaster most campus buildings, including Angell Hall. ty committees, fax service and other priv- ileges. Perhaps more importantly, though, MSA's 49 voting members carry on a long tradition of advocacy of students' needs and rights. As the official voice of U-M pupils at the federal, state, local and University levels of government, MSA listens to her constituents and works to ameliorate their struggles. You are invited to help continue a legacy now nearing its 100th year. The Assembly is only as strong as her par- ticipants and needs the talents and efforts of a diverse group of students to lead her committees, commissions and task forces. Every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., beginning Sept. 3, the Michigan Student Assembly meets in 3909 Michigan Union (763-3241) to shape an agenda considerate of students' well-being. With today's campus population sprinting toward a new century amidst changes equally as dizzying as those that dogged our predecessors at the last turn of the century, we must remember the importance of student self-governance and campus action. My name is Fiona Rose, and as president of the Assembly, I hope and work for the realization of these elements. - By Holly Matto, Inter-Cooperativ Council Michigan Cycling Club Contact: Matt Curin, 747-6324, ,nax- turin@umich.edu9 The Michigan Cyling'Club is the offi- cial cycling club for members of the University community. We currently have more than 100 members, including undergraduates, graduate students and faculty, who ride both road and moun- tain bikes. Our members range in skill from beginners to pro-level riders, In addition to riding recreationally, We compete in the Midwest Collegiate Cycling Conference representing th* University in both road and mountain bike events. We have been conference mountain bike champions for the past three years, and have sent riders to the Road National competition the past two years. Last year we hosted a mountain bike race at Pontiac Lake State Recre- ation Area and organized a clean-up of the Arb for Project Serve Week. We are always looking for new people who enjoy riding, and maybe even racinj Our mass meeting will be in September in Angell Hall Auditorium C. - By Matt Curin, Michigan Cycling Club Filipino American Student Association Contact: President Alyssa Durateg 332-8690 , Mass Meeting: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, Union Kuenzel Room The role of FASA in the community-is one of unity of mind and heart. The Fil- ipino American Student Association thrives on Filipino culture as the drvng force behind continuing efforts to educate individuals about Filipino heritage. Every year FASA attempts to provide a comfortable atmosphere for enjoyab learning about the Filipino culture, hPr- itage and views. We hold several events profit student organization designed to help other students. SBE helps U-M stu- dents by providing an alternate source to purchase used books rather than purchas- ing them from bookstores. SBE also pro- vides a chance for students to sell their books for more money than at a book- store. In the end, both the buyer and the seller come away winning. How does SBE work? At Student Book Exchange book drives, which are held at the beginning of the fall and win- ter terms, students wishing to sell their books bring them to the book drive and set a price for the books. If that book is sold during the SBE selling days, a check is returned to the student. If the book is not sold, it is returned to the stu- dent and nothing is lost. This is a simple win-win situation where those selling books win and those buying books win. This year SBE will take books Aug. 29-31 and will sell books Sept. 3-4. SBE is a big job and we are looking for volunteers and for future officers in this organization. If you are interested in helping at the book drive in the Union Pond Room, please contact the presi- dent, Ron Pacis, at 665-3541 or over e- mail at ronpacis@umich.edu. - By Ron Pacis, SBE president Bowling Club Contact: President Travis Raskey, 647-5309 or 763-5786 The U-M Bowling Club is a new orga- nization. There has always been a team that represented U-M at many intercolle- giate tournaments, but travel and entry fees were formerly paid for by the Michi- gan Union Billiards Room. By 1997, the Bowling Club members hope to travel to at least five major tournaments annually. We also hope to form student leagues, which not only improve your game but help the team raise money to travel. We bowl at Colonial Lanes, about one mile from campus. Many club members have cars to share rides. There is also coaching available at Colonial Lanes from their house pro, a former U-M Bowling Club member. In a few years, we also hope to establish bowling scholarships. - By Betsy Sundholnt, staff adviser Chinese Students Association Contact: Kathleen Soo Hoo, 995- 2183 Mass Meeting: 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, Pond Room, Michigan Union Get psyched for a brand new year with CSA. We have great events loaded with fun. Bring your friends and come meet new people. On Friday, Sept. 13, don't miss the CSA/FASA Welcome Back Dance. We also have a fantastic New Year's Celebration in store for you. The enthu- siastic CSA officers have planned skate nights at Yost Ice Arena, cooking lessons It's cheap: just $7 a ticket It's relaxed: jeans are okay It's a night ouft: come solo, bring friends, or take a date It's the 1996-1997 School of Music Season. Pamela by Carlo Goldoni A lively, romantic comedy about sexual harassment in 18th century England. Dept. of Theatre & Drama Trueblood Theatre October 10-13, 17-20, 1996 The Mystery of Edwin Drood by Rupert Holmes This musical whodunit is a (Charles) Dickens of a mysteryl Musical Theatre Department Mendelssohn Theatre October 17-20, 1996 L'Elisir d'Amore (The Elixir of Love) by Gaetano Donizetti i's boy meet girl, Italian style. Lots of pleasing melodies. Try it. Opera Theatre Power Center November 14-17, 1996 Ghosts by Henrik Ibsen Secrets of the post reveal the dark side of middle-class respectability. Dept. of Theatre & Drama from experts, picnics at the Arb, Big Sib/Little Sib families and much more. So come drop by our table at Festifall to learn more or come to the mass meet- ing Sept. 19. Get pumped and we hope to see you soon! - By Kathleen Soo Hoo, CSA treasurer Circle K International Mass Meeting: 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, Michigan Union Circle K Inter- national is the world's premier collegiate service and fellowship organization, with clubs across the United States and around the globe. We address local, national and inter- national issues. In addition to service, the club empha- sizes fellowship and leadership. The University club is experienc- ing a time of explosive growth and is currently looking for people who can help lead LSA Seniors Dawn us through this Halla and Julie Lon year and into the next century. We are an open, caring club with strong, visionary leadership. By joining our organization, you will not only experience tremendous person- al growth, but gain leadership ability and garner friendships that can last a life- time. There are also scholarship and travel opportunities, as well as chances to meet local business leaders. In addi- tion, Circle K looks great on resumes and graduate school applications. We are interested in meeting positive, open-minded individuals who want to make a difference. The CKI rocket ship is about to blast off. Will you be on board? - By Todd Brockdorf; CKI president Inter-Cooperative Council Contact: President Holly Matto, 662- 4414 The student co-ops are owned and operated by the members who live in them. Members attend and participate in house meetings, serve as officers and contribute four hours of work per week. The co-ops offer eight-month fall/winter and two- and four-month summer housing contracts on Central and North Campus. Monthly rates are approximately $365 and include room, food, utilities, local phone, laundry facil- ities and newspapers. The student co-ops are diverse, with a mix of undergraduate, graduate and international students. We have non-smoking, vegetarian and sub- stance-free houses varying from 12 to 90 members, with an average size of 33. The 19 Central Campus co-ops are in a variety of areas, only a short walk from most University buildings. Most have cable, TV/VCR, a pop machine, a bike shed, porches and a computer. TanzMusik from Bach to Mendelssohn Cutting-edge dance to the music of the great German composers. University Dance Company Power Center February 6-9, 1997 Dancing at Lughnasa by Brian Friel Chosen by Time Magazine as one of the 10 best plays of 1991. Five devoutly Catholic sisters are drawn to pagan Irish culture. Dept. of Theatre & Drama Mendelssohn Theatre February 13-16, 1997 Spring Opera to be announced Opera Theatre Mendelssohn Theatre March 26-29*, 1997 *Wednesday-Saturday performances Home by Samm-Art Williams One man's struggle from rural North Carolina to the promised land of the North and BOHDAN DAMIAN CAP/Oaly Marsh, iUsa Hoinacki, Erik Benson, Matt gworth talk on the porch of Lester coop. focusing on giving members an opportu- nity to get to know one another, as well.as students from other Filipino organizations across Michigan. Events include, the Member Retreat, Cultural Dinners (potlucks - Masarap!), the Christmas Extravaganza (dinner and talent shov and many other events in October -Fi- ipino American History Month. In aadi- tion to these events, FASA holds weekly workshops for our members. Most of all, FASA is an organizatiop-in which you can meet new people and form lasting friendships. It is our goal for Fil- ipinos to have a group that they can iden- tify with and a group where others can learn and experience Filipino traditionC Join the newsletter, yearbook, socl committee, dance troupe, and participate in IM sports (flag football, volleyball, and more). Come contribute to the success of FASA and eventually become a member of the alumni network. Mabuhay! - ByAlyssa Durate, FASA presient Hillel n U-M Hillel, the second-largest st14 programming organization on camo , plays a vital role not only in the eanpus Jewish community but in the life oflhe entire University. Throughout the year, Hillel sponsors services and classes, top- flight cinema and theater, major speakers and entertainers (Chaim Potok, Oliver Stone, Adam Sandler, Dennis Millerlie Wiesel, etc.), publications (Prospectthe University Hillel's Jewish student journal and Consider, the University's award-Wi0 ning weekly issues forum), meals;caun- seling, a Jewish feminist group, three Israel affairs groups representing e4ry political stripe, and more. Located at 1429 Hill St., U-M Hillel is the country's most active and diverse, .. .rte