University Daily Kansan
Thursday, September 7, 1972
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ROTC Taking 'Longhairs
By HARRY WILSON
Kansan Staff Writer
Some cadets in ROTC can wear their hair long—women cadets—and there are six women in Air ROTC at the University of Kansas.
The enrollment of women in Air Force ROTC at KU is up from last year, when two women were enrolled in the programs. Col. Commander of the Air Force ROTC unit at KU, said Wednesday.
Women have been in Air Force ROTC at KU since 1970.
To join the Air Force ROTC unit, a woman enrolls in Air Force School in one of other courses in UI, he beats the woman must pass a physical and the Air Force Officer Qualify You must take an Air Force ROTC course
"We had women in the military and it's an obvious outgrowth of that," Eddy said.
ays and postage
vertised
expressed
Spreler
ergerdes
without joining the unit, Eddy said.
Mono Myths Confuse Many
This relatively benign disease has frightened more students than almost any of the much more serious diseases they may develop. The current name, "infectious mononucleosis," is a misnomer because neither is it contagious nor does it involve monocytes. It is hoped that catch phrases such as "the kissing disease" will fall into disuse because it has yet to be an intimate contact is related to the spread of the disease.
There is no clear cut evidence that being overly fatigued causes mono. There is some evidence that emotional depression may predispose an individual to this as well as to various other diseases. We are then left with a disease process of unknown cause and unknown method of transmission.
After years of study the true cause remains obscure as does the mode of transmission. If one roommate gets the disease, the other usually doesn't; if one member of an engaged couple gets the disease, the other usually doesn't. I say usually because coincidences do occur.
Examination of the throat reveals enlarged tonsils usually with a membrane covering them. Fever and perspiration are common, especially waking at night with a drenching perspiration. The throat may be so sore that swallowing while asleep is painful enough to wake one from a sound sleep.
**WHAT IS "mono" then?** It can be described, at least, because it definitely is something. It most commonly occurs in young adults and starts with a sore throat and/or under glands in the neck, usually in the back of the neck.
The liver is frequently (and perhaps always) involved, also the spleen as well as the lymph glands in the other parts of the body. The skin is frequently involved producing a rash similar to that of German measles. The brain and central nervous system are on occasion involved. The symptom usually concerning the patient the most is that of overwhelming fatigue. This is not invariably present but is common.
THE TOTAL duration of the disease is usually about three weeks, although on occasion it may last longer (eight weeks). The laboratory findings may be preceded by an acute attack, although the symptoms have disappeared. Death from the disease is quite infrequent and is usually attributed to laceration of the spleen by being struck when this organ is exposed.
ONCE IN the program a woman can apply for two or three scholarships and may yearn scholarship program open to men, Eddy said, is not permitted.
UNDER CERTAIN circumstances cortisone is used and, in certain instances, causes a dramatic relief of symptoms. We are not certain why this is so. Perhaps it works because it relieves the swelling and inflammation of tissues. Because of certain hazards used in the use of this drug it is not recommended for every case.
At this time the treatment of infectious mononucleosis is simply that of controlling the symptoms. If the throat hurts, treat the pain; if the firehead is visible, treat it; if the fever causes discomfort, reduce the fever;
Much searching for the cause of infectious mononucleosis has been done and, at present, centers mainly around a strain of the Burkitt tumor virus, the Epstein-Barr strain. Heterophile antibodies, those that are present in infectious mononucleosis, have been produced experimentally, but it is not yet known the event that produces these will prevent the development of the patient with mononucleosis, whether or not permanent immunity will result. It is felt that one can get infectious mononucleosis one time only and then has a permanent immunity.
Kensnerer, W. Mechare, M.D.
New Equipment Expected At Computation Center
A disc unit, the last of three changes in computer equipment at the University of Kansas Computation Center, should work week, according to Paul J. Luther, Computation center director.
The addition of the disc unit is part of a 38-month contract with University and Honeywell Inc. to provide provided for the replacement of an input-output controller, and the addition of the disc unit.
The "input-output controller will perform operations formally done by software or programs by the hardware itself" Wolf said,
The six woman Air Force ROTC cadets attend drills, wear uniforms and follow military units like their male counterparts.
The new input-output controller is being checked out with Honeywell field engineering experts. Two additional experts from Phoenix are also expected on the installation this weekend.
The women drilled with the men this week for the first time, and the girls were freshman and Air Force ROFC cadet, said. She is the only woman cadet who has a uniform. The other women have not been
"so it really substitutes hardware for software and consequently improves the system performance."
The third change listed in the Honeywell contract is the addition of a disc unit which provides an additional 90 million hours. When it arrives the disc unit will be tested before it is installed.
The replacement of the computer improves print quality. The printer has arrived and has already been checked and in-
The uniform for the women comprises a blue skirt, blouse, shoes, purse, top coat and beret. Denise Deronde, Newton, laws, jacket and adet, was somewhat apprehensive about wearing the uniform.
"I don't know whether I'll ever get used to wearing the uniform around campus," she said.
Susan Perry, a sophomore transfer student from Tula, Okla., and a cadet, said she had power for pants. He'd force pants for women.
REACTIONS to the women cadets were much the same.
"Girls think that I'm really brave, from my impressions," Deronde said. "Guys say, 'How could you!'
Perry said most people seemed surprised she was in Air Force ROTC.
Winterburg talked about the first meeting of the men and women cadets last week.
"Some of the reactions of the gentlemen were pleasing and funny and some were a little strange," she said.
Winterburg said she joined ROTC because the benefits it offered. Deronde and Perry also attended ROTC in their decisions to join ROTC.
Deronde said the program was a big factor in her decision to come to KU.
"I WANTED ROTC and an accredited nursing school," she said. "I'm going to go into nur- gery with opportunities are unlimited."
Job opportunities for women Air Force officers appealed to Perry.
"It's a definite place to go if you're looking for a job," Perry said.
Winterburg, Deronde and Perry agreed that the chances for scholarships also appealed to
Grants of $250 each for research during this academic year will be available for six to eight undergraduates, Delbert of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences said Wednesday.
AIR FORCE pay for commissioned women in the same as the pay for men, he said. Base Defense leuensants are $300.70 a month.
KU to Fund
$250 Grants
For 6 to 8
Any undergraduate in the University is eligible to apply for the award, Shankel said. The program's aim, Shankel said, is to develop universities that degreates to determine their interests in their chosen fields."
Money for the awards is provided by the Graduate Research Committee, which every year allocates money for undergraduate students.
Col. Eddy said the advancement opportunities for women were the same as those for men, and he graduated from the Air Force ROTC program, they are commissioned as second lieutenants, to first leuventur after 18 months and to captain after three years, he said. Graduates are required to least four years in the Air Force.
Recipients of the award are expected to spend eight to 10 hours a week on their individual research projects.
In past years, awards have been given to students doing research in psychology, political science, English, electrical engineering, radiation biophysics, history, and human development.
To apply, Shankel said, a student should send a single-page letter of application to his office for admission. For science Sciences. The application should include a brief description of the student's research project and a letter of recommendation from a faculty member who is willing to assist with the preparation facilities for his research project.
The deadline for applications is
He said the only jobs not open to women were jobs as pilots and navigators.
them. ROTC scholarships pay tuition, fees, books and $100 a month.
"We hope the student can publish his research in a journal or journal in a professional journal in the field." Shankel said.
"I've already made up my mind I want to be a flight commander," Winterburg said.
Eddy said Air Force ROTC had not been promoting the program for men, but he said the program for men. There are 100 men in the program now compared with 88 men at the end of these three years. Of these, 61 are freshmen.
"I'd like to see a girl as cadet commander" Eddy said. At leas one KU woman cadet is eager to advance.
Shankel said the award program had been continuous for eight to 10 years.
Campus Bulletin
There also are opportunities for advancement for women as cadets within Air Force ROTC.
The deadline for applications is September 25.
"I THINK it's one of those things that is its own best recruiter." Eddy said.
Although 10 universities have Army ROTC programs for women, there is no KU program for women and one is not an award recipient. David Windom, executive officer of the Army ROTC unit, said.
The Navy ROTC unit at KU, in the fall of 2015, program next for women, according to Cmdr. Cecil B. Jones, executive officer of KU.
JONES SAID the opening of
WAVY ROTC units to women was
an aspect of a directive from
the Elmo Zumawalt, Navy chief
staff, to offer equal opportu-
nities for women in the
navy.
Book Returns: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Jayhawk Room, Kansas Union.
Sociology Faculty Meeting: 8:30 a.m.
Redmond Hall.
A complete description of the est can be found in the 1972-73 Bulletin of Information for Sandwich The bulletin and for LSAST information are available in the College Office, 806 Strong Hall.
The Educational Testing Service administers the LAST Test for all law schools in the United States.
NASA Center
Gives $145,000
For KU Work
The Flight Research Laboratory of the department of aerospace engineering has received an initial $145,000 grant from the NASA Flight Research Center for the development of a low cost, attitude control system for the Airliner Model 99 Airliner.
All design, analysis and initial hardware testing will be done at KILPIN LAB. The stallation will be handled by the Beech Aircraft Corporation of Breech.
The objective of the new control system is to improve flight safety for general aviation and STOL airplanes.
The research program is expected to run from Sep. 1, 1972 to Jan. 1, 1974. Total costs are estimated at $42,600.
Picture Lending Library Rental-Monday& Tuesday September 11 & 12 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kansas Union Lounge Some original graphics Come early for best selection Sponsored by SUA Fine Arts
est. Prospective students should
apply for the test as early as
surprise, Burdie said.
The second meeting has been scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Thursday, September 21, in the Forum Room. 3. Elwood Dean, dean of Washburn University Law School will discuss how to use the Washburn law program.
The Law School Admission Test will be given during 1972-73 Saturday; Date: October 21, 1972; Feb. 10, 1971; Saturation, Feb 10, 1973 (limited admission); Saturday, May 28, 1973; July 28, 1973 (limited admission).
Dean Martin Dickinson, dean of the Law School, and Michael J. Davis, associate professor of law, will discuss KU's law program. He will talk about other information of interest to prospective KU law students.
Room.
Centron Corporation Luncheon: Room,
English Room
Baptist Student Union: 8 p.m., International Room
Room
Sophomore Class Interviews 3:20 p.m.
School of Social Welfare: 9 a.m., Oread Room.
Catherine
The first meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 13, in the Forum Room of the Union.
UWC Newcomers: 7:30 p.m. Watkinti
Room
Broadway Club 7:30 p.m.
Registration for the LSAT is held three weeks before each
To acquaint students with the admission test scholarship operation of American law schools, a series of meetings with deans and administrative officers from law schools throughout the nation has begun.
Exploring-Careers-in-Public-Recreation
7:30 p.m. p.m. 18 Robinson Gym
nastum
*Bubb*; 7:30 p.m. Room 305
Film Setecty "Karenita"; 7:30 p.m.
Woodruff Auditorium
Junior and seniors planning to enter law school within the next academic year should apply for a Master's degree as soon as possible, according to J.A. Burke, Associate Dean and Director of the College of Liberal Arts.
Law School Plans Admittance Briefings
English Room
Social Welfare Students: 1 p.m. Dread
Room
Institute 7:30 p.m. Regionala
Room
Collegiate Young Republicans 7:30 p.m.
Room
SUA Concert Ushers: 7:30 p.m. Forum
Room
Governors Room
English Lecture by Hege Mullenbrock:
4 p.m. Forum Room
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Clearing House: 7:30 p.m., Jayhawk Room
Consumer Protection Association: 7:30
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LDS Institute: 7:30 p.m., Regionals Room
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Bong Republicans: 7:30 p.m.
Council Room
SAU Concert Room: 7:30 p.m.
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Sunday 10 a.m. to 4
MANHATTAN (AP)—Aty, Gen. Mervil Miller, who is seeking re-election, said Wednesday that many of his former fellows were in agreement with his principles of law enforcement and that youth vote would harm him.
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Vern Confident Of Youth Vote
Miller, speaking at Kansas State University, said he also believed the majority of young voters had elected officials to do their jobs.
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