Photo by Ken Olson
Branden finally finds that little piece of lint
'Demand produces quality,' explains musical conductor
By JEANIE PEPLINSKY
Kamper Kansan Reporter
He unlocked the door of his office with a confident look. He has a big build which oddly fits his small office. Behind his desk his deep laugh puts his visitors at ease instantly. This man is Ken Bloomquist, director of the music division.
Bloomquist has been associated with the University of Kansas for 11 years and this is his 12th summer at the Camp. He plays the trumpet and believes the quality of music depends on the demand. "High C years ago was unreachable—now it isn't high at all" he explained.
French division offers linguistic challenge
By CINDY HINES
Kamper Kansan Reporte
"Je suis tres fatigue" is an appropriate remark for the French Campers as they maintain a rapid pace of classes, homework and fun.
The French division, in its second year at the Camp, has 36 Campers and five instructors, one of whom is a native of Brussels, Belgium.
THE MAIN OBJECTIVES during the six weeks of intensive training are to develop a speaking ability of the language and to gain knowledge and understanding of French culture and literature.
Tests were taken during the first week, placing the students into beginning, intermediate or advanced classes. Morning studies in each section consist of grammar, pronunciation and conversation, while afternoons are devoted to compositions, reading and the study of French culture. Classes are conducted mainly in French and tests are administered each week. A final examination will be taken near the end of Camp to assess student improvement.
DAVID DINNEEN, director of the French division and KU associate professor of linguistics, expressed his enjoyment in working with the Campers and said they were very cooperative. He regretted, however, that more Campers were not enrolled.
Singing is the primary means of class recreation, although several skits have been presented. Last year a small newspaper was published and a recording was made of the French choral group. These proved so successful, Dineen pointed out, that plans are being made to include these projects again this year.
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French Campers feel that not only are the classes "stimulating"
but also that the instructors are "well-informed and interesting." Several commented on the individual attention they are receiving.
Kamper assistant left to 'back seat'
By JUDY BLACK
By JUDY BLACK
Kamper Kansan Reporter
After a rough night of exacting work with the sharp, alert staff of the Kamper Kansan, she eagerly looked forward to the refreshing shower and quiet relaxation of Ellsworth Hall.
Pushing and banging on the glass barrier produced only sore hands and weary knuckles. She tried in vain to awaken the protector of lives of the hall—the night watchman—with no tangible results ... LOCKED OUT.
With thoughts of rest, the hard-
working, conscientious journalist
 pulled at the inside door of
her residence hall and ...
LOCKED!
Before waving a tired adieu to a Kamper Kansan cohort, she cautiously checked the outside doors to be certain no locks were barring her entrance at the late hour of 12:30 a.m. Yes, the doors would not hold her back. Her cohort drove away.
SHE GATHERED her strength to take the few more steps that would bring her to an oasis of comfort.
ABANDONING THOSE thoughts of physical and emotional rest, the frustrated Kamper Kansan advisor climbed wearily into the less than delightful back-seat of her 1965 white Ford.
She realized her predicament and with a heavy sigh breathed,
"This is the last time I take a backseat for the Kamper Kansan!"
HE HAS TAUGHT junior high and high school. He graduated from the University of Illinois and directed an army band while in the service. When he first arrived at KU he played the trumpet and was marching band director. "The more I got into it the more I enjoyed it," remembered Bloomquist.
So concluded another day in the tranquil life of Mrs. Jackie Raymond ... backseat rester at large
At present he is the director in charge of three concert bands, the marching band and the basketball band. Every year he auditions 250 students and places them into three categories. He noted a great many of his University band members were previously Campers.
Bloomquist says that as director he feels the Camp is "a good start toward a concentrated study of music." He is pleased with the intense attitude, drive and determination on the students' part.
Bloomquist said it is a refreshing experience for a professor to teach at the Camp. College students are hesitant to express any emotion. He never underestimates his band students; he expects a lot and they never fail to produce. Quality, motivation and demand are the most prominent features Bloomquist emphasizes for good music. "These students know the good from the bad," he said, referring to the conductors.
To him, the Camp has a three-fold purpose. First, these students have a good taste of professional performance and pressure. Second, there is the advantage of name-conductors. Third, and perhaps most important, is that Camp may help the student to choose a career before a lot of money is spent.
Counselor director socks 'super gigs'
"Mr. Terrific," a four year Camp veteran better known as Russell Branden, is the director of the counselor staff and the supervisor of Hashinger Hall.
"I like the Campers and the quality of work they display," Branden said explaining the reasons he comes back every year. "I dig the art work, new music sounds, and the creativity of the journalism writers. I am inspired with the work math-science, speech and language students are doing. I like working for Mr. Wiley. He helped send my wife and me through college. The main reason I come back is because I like the Campers."
An alumnus of KU, he has earned two degrees in music. During the regular school year,
Branden is the director of bands at Sublette, where he has been teaching for nine years.
BRANDEN GETS his relaxation by taking a day off work and going to the country. A 10-minute beauty-rest after lunch sets the mood for the rest of the day. His favorite sport is a fast game of basketball, which in his opinion is the best spectator sport. He enjoys a shady spot at a fishing hole, ping-pong, and good music when he finds the time.
Branden is known for his fast funnies and his strikingly harsh, handsome face. Campers say they like him for the "super gigs" that he "socks" to them.
Body gyrations mark newest dance crazes
After Camp is over Brandon and his family are going to California to fish, swim and relax.
By LORRAINE FOSTER Kamper Kansan Reporter
Body involvement seems to be the main objective in any and all dances and this is certainly evident at all of the Camp dances.
BOTH SOUL and psychedelic types are popular around campus. "Soul" dance is composed of preplanned steps, while psychedelic is a "do your thing" or "whatever you feel" type.
The same dance may be known by several names. Reasons for this vary, such as differences and group identifications. However, some dances are known nationally by the same title.
ONE OF THE MOST danced steps around is the "Popcorn," and the name is appropriate for this "poppin'" dance. The basic step to this is to bend the knees and bob up and down with the ever-heavy beat of the music. Original additions and variations in the movement can create a fascinating scene to spectators.
Another of the popular steps is the "camel walk." As the name implies, the movement resembles that of a slow, "drag'n" camel. As the dancer slides one foot in front of the other, a slight hump or wave is apparent in the back. Then, alternating feet while standing in place, one can "groove on with the camel walk!"
THE "FOUR CORNERS" is a more difficult dance, requiring well-developed co-ordination. In executing this dance, the body from the waist up is kept relatively stable, while the lower half really swings. Throw hips to one side and then to the other, while bending each knee in turn in the same direction as the hips are going. Then add a little twist in the middle, and "Baby You've Got It!"
A new dance destined to be popular is the "T.C. Meditation." A few soulful Campers are doing it now; it seems that the number
increases at every dance. In this dance one must appear totally "cool" and somewhat sophisticated.
Speech camp plans tourney
"This is the best group of students we've ever had in the speech and debate department," Bobby Patton, director of the speech and debate division said.
"There are 124 students participating in this year's Camp program," Patton said, "and they are representative of 28 states throughout America."
The Camp is divided into two main parts, interpretive speaking, which includes extemporaneous speaking, persuasive speaking, interpretation of literature, radio and television and debate.
THE VARIOUS classes of the department are dedicated to two different workshops.
The entire speech and debate camp is working toward a definite goal. The speech department held their first tournament the weekend of July 4 and 5. The final contest will run from July 18 to the 22, with both the speech and debate departments taking part. The champion of this journey will compete against the debate champ from the University of Denver speech and debate workshop.
The radio division will be working for the campus radio station, KUOK, as announcers and disc jockeys. The directors of this department are Mr. Phil Higdon, Mr. Brick Poulsen, and Mr. Steve Gillam.
Commenting on the program, Dr. Patton said, "It is very important that we know ourselves to effectively communicate with others."
—Photo by Ken Olson
Journalism Campers concentrate on Prof Peter Dart's words of wisdom