Page 8 University Daily Kansan, August 20, 1981
Assistant athletic director was ready when challenge came
By CHRIS TODD Staff Reporter
If there is one word that describes the past nine years of Phyllis Howlett's life, it would be "transition."
In 1971, Howlett, KU's assistant athletic director, was married to the owner of a car dealership in Des Moines, Iowa, had two teenaged children and was active in many state agencies and organizations in Iowa.
Just a year later, that seemingly secure foundation slipped tragically when her husband died in an automobile accident.
SINCE THEN IT'S been a series of adjustments and transitions and promotions for her, and now as
assistant director at KU she is one of in that position at a major college.
The biggest adjustment, Howlett said, occurred in the weeks following her husband's death.
Phyllis Howlett
"My husband's death sort of left me at a crossroads," she said. "I found myself in the situation many housewives have nightmares about. I hadn't worked during the 17 years we were married. I had to determine what my responsibilities were to my children, to myself and to society."
When Howlett hadn't worked for pay during her marriage she had done a lot of volunteer work for the state government and in other cases itines. It proved to be invaluable to her.
"I had an enormous amount of responsibility in some of those volunteer positions," Howlett said. "I had been president of a number of state and national organizations, and it gave me an administrative background. Until I was appointed to the position of treasurer, I didn't realize how valuable the experiences were."
After five successful years at Drake,
she accepted the position she now holds.
CU as assistant athletic director.
Howie is in charge of non-revenue
sports.
THE PERIOD OF serious introspection lasted a year and a half, and in 1974, Howlett was offered the position of assistant men's athletic director at Drake University in Des Moines.
"Phyllis has one of the really difficult jobs in athletic administration," Bob Marcum, KU athletic director said. "She is a professional in every way and does a tremendous job. She is always well-prepared."
While Howlett may be prepared for the demanding activities of her current job, one thing she said she wasn't prepared for when she started her job was that she was the subtle discrimination involved in having a traditionally male-dominated field.
"I was the first woman in the country to occupy a men's athletic administration position when I was at Drake," said Howlett. "People were very guarded, they didn't want to show their shock and terror, so there was a great amount of guffawing and laughter at first."
Howlett said that when she attended her first basketball tournament, she was followed by fellow male administrators that she really did hold a high-level position.
"Everybody thought I was some body's girlfriend or wife," she said. "They had trouble taking me seriously."
THE NET RESULT of her first year of administrative duties was, as she put it, "an understanding of the career and complexities dealt with its complexities successfully."
Shortly after that first year at Drake, Iowa Gov. Robert Ray appointed Howlett to the state's Commission on the Status of Women, which explored women's issues and problems in conjunction with the state legislature.
"At first, I really didn't consider myself a feminist, but as I dealt with the issues, it became clear that I really was. It was simply unconscionable to that women were not being allowed to what their talents allowed them to do."
Although Howlett said she still felt "impassioned" about women's issues and the ERA, she said she still had some family responsibilities.
In 1979, Howlett remarried, and she has one daughter living at home, which is located in west Lawrence on the outskirts of Alvamar golf course.
In her living room, Howlett was relaxed and informal. As she perched on a couch opposite two picture windows, she discussed her relationship with her daughter Jane, a second semester junior at KU.
"One of my worst qualities is that I tend to be compulsive and I can sometimes step on people without realizing it. Because of that trait, our mother-daughter relationship was very strained at one time. Now though, she's realizing her own identity and our relationship is great."
"I get along fantastically with my mother," she said. "I felt she was dominant and stubborn a few years ago, but I've sort of grown out of that. Of her energy and drive of runs into me. It helps push me when I need it."
Jane Howlett, who is planning on a career in athletic training certification, and her staff.
AS FOR THE future, Howlett said she wanted to remain in athletics, but also that she sometimes felt that her career had gone far enough.
"There's still that nagging that says, 'Wouldn't it be fun to be the first woman athletic director of a major institution?' " said Howlett.
Americans are a people on wheels, whether the wheels be on automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles or KU students are no exception.
At the University of Kansas, all of these vehicles fall under the jurisdiction of the University Parking Services, which is located in Hoch Auditorium. Office hours are 6 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Parking Services controls traffic, issues tickets
Justice of the Parking and Traffic Court, all ex officio members. Appointed members include four faculty members from the University Senate, three faculty members and four students. The appointed members serve two and one-half terms.
Members of this board include the director of parking, the director of facilities planning and the Chief
THE PARKING SERVICES is regulated by the KU Senate Parking and Traffic Board. The Board's duties include parking at the University of Kansas Senate Code.
The Board develops policies, procedures and specific regulations for the control and management of vehicles on campus. It reports directly to the University Senate Executive Committee.
Parking Services publishes a booklet with information about parking and traffic on campus. Copies are available at registration and in the Parking Services office at other times.
TICKETS FOR PARKING violations on campus are issued by the Parking Services. City of Lawrence ordinations are in effect for moving and parking violations on city streets within the campus.
Fines for violations vary. They must be paid within 14 days of the ticket being issued or the violator faces an additional charge.
Students with outstanding fines will be unable to enroll, or obtain transcript records.
Appeals may be made for violation notices. Forms for a review are available in the Parking Services office. Requests for a review must be made before the 14th calendar day after the violation notice is issued.
Illegally parked KU students can be appealing
By JANET MURPHY
Staff Reporter
Students who get parking tickets on campus that they think are unfair can demand a review of the violation by the KU court of review.
The waiting period may be as long as eight to 18 months, he said.
THE COURT OF review of composed of law students. First-year law students serve as defense and prosecutive attorneys and second-year law students serve as judges. There are 12 judgments, divided into four panels of three judgements.
"Right now a case will not come up
anny soon than six months," he said.
David VanPansy, a second-year law student who serves as a judge, said the court's biggest problem was the backlog of cases.
The court hears 700-800 cases from September through May. VanParxs estimated that the University issued around 100 tickets each day.
TOGO BEFORE the court a student must fill out a petition with the Parking Services office in Hoch Auditorium.
Before the case is heard, the student meets with a law student who serves as a defense attorney. Together they review the facts of the case. The case is then presented to the panel of judges.
The KU traffic court is a State
court. If a student appears at the review he is sworn in. If a student does not appear, the petition is considered and decided by the three-judge panel. VanParsi said it usually took the court 25 minutes to handle each case.
IF THE STUDENT is unhappy with the court's decision he may appeal. An appeal is handled by all 12 judges. If the student is still not satisfied after the second review he may go before the KU Parking and Traffic Board.
VanParsy emphasized that the court did not make policy. That was the duty of the Parking and Traffic Board. However, the court could influence a change in policy by its authority to review the court continually threw certain kinds of tickets the Board might review that particular policy.
Lineberry calls for strong leadership
By BRENDA DURR Staff Reporter
political science professor at Northwestern University in Evanston, Ill.
The office and the territory is unfamiliar, but the new dean of KU's College of Arts and Sciences, Mr. Linbery, already set some of the College's goals.
"I'll try to keep the College fiscally sound and academically solvent," Lineberry said. "It's a hard time for colleges and universities to stay solvent and to provide educational opportunities and teaching ideas."
Besides keeping the College in good financial health, he said, the College must maintain efficient and effective leadership for both the faculty and students. He said these goals could be attained through the help of the Kansas Legislature and with the statewide support of the people.
LINEBERRY BEGAN PURSUING these goals Aug. 10 when he replaced Robert Hoffmann, who had been the acting dean of the College since July 1980. Before accepting the dean's position last March, Lineberry was a
"The University is in shape intellectually and financially," Lineberry added. "I think the opportunities offered at Kansas are bolstered by the nature of the state's commitment to higher education and by the strength of the Kansas economy in this time of generally troubled economies."
Concerning KU's academics, Lineberry said he was impressed by the quality of teaching in the College's undergraduate program, which he
"The University has a strong reputation for its undergraduate programs and real strength in many of its graduate and professional programs. The position provides a unique opportunity for future intellectual growth and development," he said.
called the College's 'bread-and-butter' program.
"The kind of ideas and knowledge in a liberal arts education are extremely important in a rapid transition era like today," Lineberry said. "We're interested in a breadth, not a narrowness, in education."
Lineberry said he hoped to keep in touch with the students by teaching a political science class next spring.
"I plan to get to know as many students in as many different environments as possible." he said.
AYEAR-BY-YEAR LOOK AT WHAT ARMY ROTC ADDS TO YOUR COLLEGE EDUCATION.
ARMY ROTC:ACOLLEGE PROGRAM
THAT TEACHES LEADERSHIP?
Army ROTC is a program that helps you earn a 2nd Lieutenant's commission at the same time you earn your regular college degree.
So regard- less of your chosen major, add Army ROTC, and you'll add leadership and management training to your college education.
Training that develops you into a leader of people as well as a manager of money and resources.
Training that also provides you with up to $1,000 a year for your last two years of ROTC.
The Army ROTC Four Year Program is divided into two two-year courses: the Basic Course and the Advanced Course.
What's more during your first and second year, you incur no military obligation.
So if you're starting college soon (or if you're already enrolled) take a closer look at what Arr
ROTC will add to your college experience.
ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS.
Each year, Army ROTC awards hundreds of full-tition, four-year scholarships, which can be used at 276 colleges and universities across the country. To win one, you must apply by December of your senior year of high school.
But even after you enroll in college,you can apply for either a three- or two-year Army ROTC scholarship. Just contact the Professor of Military Science on any campus hosting Army ROTC.(Another thing. All ROTC scholarships come with a four-year active duty obligation after graduation.)
military history; management principles and leadership development; and military customs.
courtly, and discipline. Subjects that will lay the foundation for you to become an Army officer.
ing. Like slobbing the rapids. Or rappelling a cliff. Or finding your way through unfamiliar terrain, with nothing but a map and compass to guide you. These are just a few of the challenging field activities you'll enjoy doing in Army ROTC.
ONCE A SEMESTER.
TRY SOMETHING CHALLENGING.
In Army ROTC, not all of your training takes place in the classroom. Some of it takes place in the field, too. Where you'll do something challeng-
YOUR JUNIOR SENIOR YEARS
EARN UP TO $1,000 AYFAR.
In the Advanced Course, which is usually taken in the last two years of college, your studies will include advanced management and leadership techniques. You'll earn while you learn, too. Up to $1,000 a year for your last two years of ROTC
During the summer between your junior and senior
years, you'll attend our six-week Advanced Camp. Here, you'll practice in the field the leadership principles you've learned in the classroom.
You'll be in command at least once during Advanced Camp. And you'll be responsible for leading other ROTC cadets through a number of challenging situations. The kind that will build your stamina and develop your self-confidence.
And attending our Advanced Camp doesn't cost you anything. In fact, you'll be paid for the six weeks you're away.
TAKE ARMY ROTC AND SERVE
PART TIME WITH
THE ARMY RESERVE OR
ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
Now you can choose to serve on part-time duty as a 2nd Lieutenant with your nearest Army Reserve or Army National Guard unit, wherever you plan to locate after college.
It's a good chance to get started on your civilian career while you also enjoy a nice extra income of over $1600 a year for the 16 hours a
month (usually a weekend) and two weeks annual training that you serve with your unit.
GRADUATION: TWO BIG DAYS.
Army ROTC makes graduation day two big days in one. Because it's the day you receive your commission
ARMY ROTC! IT'S WORTH A LOT TO YOU IN THE MILITARY AND OUT.
More than one national leader or captain of industry started out as an Army ROTC lieutenant. So when we say your ROTC training can help with your career, we mean it. In the military. And out.
Over 70% of the commission ed second lieutenants in the active Army are ROTC graduates.
On the other hand, if you choose a civilian career, your training will
On the other if you choose a civil your training will give you the edge over the competition, because it te an employer you're bringing more than just enthusiasm to the job. You're bringing solid experience in managing people money and supplies. And this will make you a valuable commodity in today's job market.
That's a brief look at the Army ROTC Four-Year Program. Year by year. Step by step. From beginning to end.
If you'd like an even closer look at what Army ROTC adds.
to your college education,
Visit the Military Science Department or call Captain Claudia Akroyd at 864-3311.
ARMY ROTC. LEARN WHAT IT TAKEST TO LEAD.