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CAMPUS UPDATE, May 6, 1980, Page 2 Editorial The occasion: of the last issue for the year of Campus Update; is one that calls for a different approach. For many of us, it is our last issue. So, our purpose here is not a con- sideration of, local and national issues, but rather aconsideration of ourselves: How well we have done our jobs. Looking back to the first issue, we established our goal as, “publishing an accurate and informative paper that will enable the community to be aware of the facts...’ We see tri- umphs and failures in meeting this goal. Sometimes we were less than accurate, less than informative. But, we sincerely believe we have tried. Each year, the paper acquires a special flavor that results from a blending Of the talents of the staff: “This year's staff, dominated by women, has been diligently: feminist. We have always strived to be fair to women and men. Glancing back over past issues, we see the increasing sophistication that Progress brings. Of course, some issues have been excellent, others less so: But overall, we are very We would like to believe that our being here has made a difference, that our presence has meant a better paper. One last wish we hold, is that the quality we have achieved will continue with the new staff next year. Thanks for reading our paper. AHS art displayed _ An exhibition of artwork by the students of Alpena High School will be on view from April 27° through May 25,1980 at the Jesse Besser Museum. This work was done as a part of the art instruction classes at the high school and pieces on display were selected by instructors. Sandy Taylor, Gene Reimann, and Joel Marciniak. The items: in this exhibit are re- presentative of the work done in the jewelry, ceramic, drawing and painting, craft, sculpture, and grap- hic classes offered at the high school. The museum is open from Mon- day to Friday 9-5, Thursday evenings 7-9, Saturday and Sunday 1-5. the reader believe we have done this. Campus Strip by John Holcomb Now thot you have your MD.,0.0.5.,0.8.,,0.0.,R¢., DO. and MDM. whatare you planning todo? — Well. wanted te be a Secretory. . Le olways gas HAIR & SKIN CARE CENTER FOR MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN 356-4412 SSREDKEN™ "608" seems 106 N. Sed Ave. Products Appointment Not Always Necessary! Student optimism revealed Students are optimistic about mar- riage. A recent journalism class sur- vey of lowa State U. students found that 90% of single students expect their marriages to last a lifetime. Blindness doesn’t affect his independence Bill Rush Madeline Briggs, Staff Reporter Bill Rush, a State Representative - of the Michigan Association For the the Rehabilitation Act of 1973— Section 504. This act states that all governmental buildings or agencies (receiving HEW funds), must make their program accessible to a handi- capped person by providing appro- riate equipment and hiring policies. Since the seminar, Rush and his wife have eveluated schools in the Intermediate School districts oe Al- Montmorency, and Alpe Services in Harrisville and Alpena General Hospital have complied with the requirements of Act 504. Since Rush‘s loss of sight, at age 28, from a disease called Tuberculosis of the retina, he readily admits he has a tshirt with the following words printed in front—I‘m blind, but | can still think, smell, hear, and _ touch.” Rush will not allow himself to consider blindness a handicap. He has been an active member in the Lion‘s Club for ten years, and-has served as president of the Lincoln pre: River Association = the Blind and was one of the original five charter members. Before moving to Mikado, Rush founded the Leo’s Elub of Allen Park in 1970. This youth organiza- Blind, pondered thoughtfully and spent little time feeling sorry for him- tion patterns itself after the Lion‘s f then shared a few words of wisdom for any blind person, ‘One of the most important things is to be inde- pendent,’’ He quickly added with a chuckle, ‘Please, Mother, |’d rather do it myself.” self. He has achieved a remarkable independence in his life.When asked what type of activities he is able to perform, he answered, “I can better answer the question, what can’t | do? Only two ‘things, read a book Club. It is a coed organization for young adults, ages 14-18. With Spring in the air, Rush is an- xious to complete his work on the nature trail in the Lincoln—Alcona Recreational Area, where he’ is:iden- Rush, age 56, lives with wife Not written in Brailleanddriveacar.” tifying 23 points of interest. The Corrine in Mikado. Together they have 12 children and 18 grand- children. He serves as a Consumer Advocate on the Accessibility Com- «mittee For the Physically Handi- capped, often initiating lengthy i with to comply with the requirements. Rush practices what he preaches. Daughter Sharyn Ownes gave testi- mony to his independence when she remarked, “He gives the impression | that he feels that you're only as handicapped as you allow yourself to be.” Recently, Rush attended an inten- sive three-day seminar concerning The couple have given numerous lind Awareness workshops for the sighted, and conduct bi-monthly craft classes at the Mikado Hall. They are hopeful that knowledge gained from the Awareness work- shops: will dispel many falsehoods which 4 blind individual often en- counters. Corrine commented about one frequent misconception saying, “Some people think since a blind person can’t see,they can’t hear.” Often when she and Bill dine out. the waitress will turn to Corrine and ask her what Bill would like to order. Corrine, turning to Bill, added ona light note, ‘I think I'll get you or partially-sighted person will be able to read and gather data about “trees and flowers from the Braille and large-print signs that Rush places on waist-high posts. Rush is skilled with tools of wood- working. In the pole-barn structure “he built behind his home, he designs and creates floor and table lamps, candle holders and pedestal tables. He incorporates the natural wood- grain patterns of pine and butternut into intricate graceful lamp silhou- ettes. Rush displayed onevof his favorite lamps, a table lamp shaped like a brandywine goblet, at the cont. pg. 3, col. 2 CAMPUS UPDATE x Editor: Cathy Mason Business Manager: Sheri Assistant Editor: Andrea Dean 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 by the Alpena News. All articles published are the sole responsibility of we author. The noe expressed in such articles do not necessarily express the views of the editors, the advisor, or the of Alpi Col Rickert ee Editor: Ken a ‘Photographer: Linda Rhoads Reporters: Rhonda Pomranke, Shari Ratz, Dave Talbot, Beth Anderson, Dale Beard, Janice Wade, Madeline Briggs, Janet. Lozon” Advertising Manager: Tom Greene Staff Artist : ‘ John Holcomb Lion's Club in aR 78. He is sibs Li e: tinh ASEM a Hc ARN Sa a9 A bas