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CAMPUS UPDATE, December 12, 1979; Page 3: Editorial Traditions at Christmastime Christmas traditions:are pass- ed on through family gererations. The importance of these holiday rituals can not be stressed more; they represent that which is sa- red to us. Each home celebrates in a u- nique manner. It is this special- ness that instills in us fond mem- ories and develops that joyous atmosphere occuring every year just after Thanksgiving. It sur- rounds us...the spirit of peace, love, sharing and giving creeps into our subconscious through the practice of customs spreading among all people. Not only do the ‘traditions: hold special meanings for the fam- ily, but they also serve as a com- fort. It’s satisfying to know that each year will be spent doing favorite seasonal acts. It is a sche- dule we look forward to, and we enjoy repeating year after year. Traditions are something we've come to anticipate, like the a- romas that fill our senses at this time. What would Christmas be without every woman in the house falling over each other in the process of preparing coffee- cake, eggs and strawberry jam for Christmas breakfast?Vho ever heard of not driving miles for the i ee 0 te ions at Christmas time — exist because we feel secure in doing them. They tend to get confused with “‘habits’” by some, but shouldn't because habits occur without pleasure being the pre- mise. It is the spiritual bond and ‘carefree happiness that tradions create, making the commemora- ~ tion of the origional Se acular. - blems f Council deals with campus problems In January of 1976, the Wurt- smith Air Force Base extension of ACC formed a Student Advi- sory Committee to aid students with local campus problems. It is the equivalent of the local Stu- dent Senate. Over the past three years that the Council has been in existence, it has made numerous improve- ments in the carnpus facilities, ie. better lighting, parking, and more comfortable lounge areas. Currently, the Student Advisory is working on a Christmas service project for the Oscoda community. Honor Society ceremony initiates new members Phi Thetta Kappa, ACC’s honor ‘society, welcomed eight new members into its ranks at the initiation ceremony, held in NRC 450 on December 9. Faye Donald, President of Phi Thetta Kappa conducted the eoremeny with the aid ot Vice- President, J Treas. me ACC President, Dr. Charles Donnelly, congratulated the new initiates.on their admittance to the local Nu Omicron chapter, ex- Pressing that it was ‘very com- forting to know students such as you, will be around to solve...pro- us.” All the Phi Thetta Kappans joined in- singing the fraternity song. Following the initiation, a reception, with cookies and punch made by Mrs. Moreau, was en- joyed by candidates, friends,and family. The Fall of 1979 initiates for Phi Thetta Kappa include: Donna Belusar, Greg « Chittick, Andrea ~ Dean, Larry Herber, Mark Timm, Harold: Hoover, Richard Kent, and Kimberly Schaudt. - continued saying, “’ ACC bidsfarewellto two faculty members : Ruth Thackston Deb Beroset, Staff Reporter Ruth Thackston, Director of Nursing and founder of ACC‘s practical nursing program, is re- tiring at the end of this semester. The stethoscope and bedpans are being packed away in favor of a garden hose and fertilizer, be- cause Thackston and her husband are heading toward the warmer climate of Virginia to try their hands at “‘mini-farming”. Thackston‘s job at ACC has been to maintain the quality of the nursing program and to co- ordinate the students’ clinical nursing experiences.’ Eight years ago, Thackston originated the program and admitted the first ~ students in August of 1972. Since then, 196 LPN’s have graduated. After receiving her BS in Nur- sing from Wayne State Univer- sity, Thackston moved back to her native Canada to work with the Victoria Order of Nurses. There.she gained much exper- ience in rural nursing; she aided in many home deliveries: Thackston’s interests include all types of crafts and outdoor acti- vities, such as cross- scountry ski- is hard at see in Virginia, build- ing their new home, The highpoint of her career, howeverwas"’the joy and achieve- ment in meeting the challenge of starting this program. It was a wonderful opportunity to prac- tice all the skills and knowledge I'd acquired,” she explained, and Practical nur- sing is still a very important part - of nursing and these graduates play- a- significant .role- in’ the health care of this community.” The Thackstons have two chil- dren, a son and a married:daugh- ter residing in Colorado. John Heimnick Ken Lechtanski, Sports E After 21 years ts anh inthe — Alpena school system, John Heim- _nick, Dean of Faculty, will retire at the end of this semester. Of his stay in Alpena, Heim- nick says. ‘I like the area. It's a small town'so you get to know everybody and you feel more secure.” A native of Detroit, Heimnick attended Eastern Michigan where he received his B.A. He then trans- Aes ferred to the University of Mich- z igan where he earned his M.A. and 5 | continued in the Advanced Studies program. After graduation, Heimnick si traveded to Mexico for field work in Indian culture. He later left to teach at North Carolina and then a worked in industry for five years. j Heimnick came to Alpena in1958 = where he began his teaching ca- reer. He taught part-time in the elementary grades, at Alpena high and at ACC. In 1969 he was ap- i pointed to his current position as z Dean of Faculty at ACC. ; Heimnick explains that hisjob Es involves arranging the liberal arts : departments at ACC. This’ in- cludes setting up class schedules, ordering textbooks, Sssianinign in- structors, and er nece: ns, Paul and : Mark, and Te Jean, » academic requirements. When he retires Heimnick will have more time to enjoy his hob- ‘ies of fishing, boating, sailing, and photography. Once an avid ross ocuntry skier, Heimnick has. has opted to hang up his:runners for now. After he leaves ACC, Heimnick ° plans to vacation south for the duration of winter. He has no long range plans; instead he’ in- tends to face life as it comes. Reflecting on his career, Heimnick says, ‘| enjoyed the foot el | taught a lot of stu- dente” Aids procrastinators A Procrastination Workshop has been set up by the U. of California- Berkley counseling center for those students who habitually put off IMPUS UPDATE by the | Editor: Cathy Mason, - Staff Artist : oh Holcomb. a icati medium of Alpena Community College published bimonthly, September through May, ‘except -during vacations and examination periods, by the students of Alpena Community College, Alpena, Michigan. Campus ‘Update is’ printed | Ipena News. All articles published are the sole responsibility of the author. The opinions expressed i in such articles do not necessarily express the views of the editors, the advisor, or the administration of Alpena community College. En Editor: Andrea Dean hot ographer: Linda Rhoads . 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