WHERE’S THE QUACK? – Whether or not the quack will be back in the question being asked by many students. An answer should be divulged in the near future. File Photo.
By Jane Nidzyn
There has been a controversy of whether or not the quack will be back on the Lynchburg College campus for spring semester 1990.
Last semester Duckfest, sponsored by Sigma Mu Sigma, was cancelled due to the result of the behavior of students and alumni during the 1989 spring Duckfest and also because of the lack of funds.
In ’89, there was costly damage throughout the dormitories on campus during the weekend of Duckfest.
Vernon Street, a popular off-campus hangout for students, was uncontrollable because of the amount of people flocking from Duckfest and looking for more of a good time.
According to Denny Roberts, dean of student affairs, the Lynchburg Police were not pleased with the amount of noise and rowdiness that followed Duckfest ’89.
Roberts also said that since LC is in a small community, it has to keep a low profile and high reputation with any activities on campus involving alcohol.
Last semester, the Halloween dance and Oktoberfest were both underpopulated by students because of the non-existence of alcohol. The application for a liquor license has been put in to ABC officials to review for the spring Duckfest, but at this time has not yet been approved.
Roberts and SMS are aware of the misfortunes that took place in the past and are in the process of arranging some changes to make Duckfest a well rounded event.
One of the changes being discussed is to have an event after Duckfest which could be held in the Ballroom or Westover.
Since Duckfest is one of the biggest events held on campus, students are concerned of losing it and have expressed opinions on how to improve the present situation.
Sophomore Bill Fitzgerald said, “LC could increase security and have a dorm watch.”
“If Duckfcst was held later in the day it may avoid drinking and carousing later that same night,” said junior Jen Turner.
Senior Chris Kraska said, “Maybe Sigma Mu should limit tickets to current students and faculty only and avoid selling tickets to alumni.”
Senior Jim Smith said, “If Duckfest was held outdoors it will avoid confinement and chaos.”
“Sigma Mu Sigma needs campus support for a good, positive tradition established for Duckfest. We all need to do our part,” said Roberts.
Brian Greenho, president of SMS, said he is excited for a Duckfest this semester. He is also making sure that Duckfest will be run in an organized fashion to provide safety and to avoid any unnecessary commotion.
“We need the support of the students and clubs on campus to help make Duckfest enjoyable for everyone.” said Greenho.
If Duckfest is approved this semester, the legacy will continue at LC and the 12th egg will hatch for its long overdue arrival.
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What Ever Happened to WWLC? (February 14, 1964)
WWLC, when in operation again, will become WLCR. Students built the station and operated it, but due to lack of supervision, trouble ensued. Uncredited.
By T. P. T.
WWLC, the campus radio station, has not been broadcasting at all this year. Those students who worked on it last year and a number of other interested persons (including some at local commercial radio stations) have inquired about it, wanting to know what happened to it, if it is ever going back “on the air,” and if so, when. The WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO WWLC? drive is an unofficial, informal organization which is trying to help get a campus radio station back. The results of the drive’s work are in this issue of the CRITOGRAPH.
The only question not answered in other portions of this issue is—what kind of station? According to present plans (well, alright—hopes) the old WWLC is gone forever. WWLC would become WLCR, (Lynchburg College Radio) broadcasting a low-power FM signal over most of the city of Lynchburg. There would be converters in each of the dormitories so that students could pick up the station on their regular radios. The old problems—the station blowing up, having to shut down from time to time, announcers talking about a composer named “Batch”—are in the past and should stay there.
The station would be professional—and commercialess. The programming would be better organized, planned according to students’ wishes.
WWLC was your station—where is it now? What happened to it?
The future WLCR needs your support, and needs it NOW. It will be your station if you want it—it’s up to YOU.
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“Godspell” Opens Thursday Night (February 15, 1978)
Members of the “Godspell” cast hold final rehearsals this week before the opening presentation Thurs., Feb. 16 in Dillard Fine Arts Building. Photo by Pie Jacoby.
From LC News Bureau
“Godspell,” the modern musical adaptation of the Gospel according to St. Matthew, opens Thurs., Feb. 16, in Lynchburg College’s Dillard Fine Arts Building, a presentation of the LC Theatre.
The show, which was a three-year-long stage hit in New York and London, will run nightly at 8 p.m. through Tues., Feb. 21, at Dillard. Students and the general public are urged to make advance reservations by calling 845-9071, Ext. 301, weekdays between 1 and 4 p.m.
The LC production of “Godspell” brings a fresh interpretation to the hit musical in choice of setting, costumes, and emphasis, while maintaining the joyful message, loving spirit, youthful exuberance and simple sincerity of the original show
The setting for the LC presentation is a playground in a slum neighborhood. The show opens with ten young people portraying major voices from the history of philosophy – Socrates, Thomas Aquinas, Sartre, DaVinci, and Buckminster Fuller.
This seriousness quickly dissolves into a kaleidoscope of song and movement as the ten performers spill across the stage, dressed in typical teenage attire, and portraying Jesus and His closest followers. They act out an assortment of high-velocity parodies, charades, and pantomimes. These are centered around a series of key parables and incidents, like the beam and the mote in the Gospels.
The rollicking rock music, for which “Godspell,” became so well known, forms the pulsating force behind this radiant re-telling of the Gospel. Songs like “Day by Day,” which became popular as a single after the original cast album was released, prompted one review to report “the music varies from operetta to salvation rock, from soft-shoe shuffles to a kind of country and Eastern style with a kind of fervor.”
The show works to recapture the insight of St. Augustine who said “The Christian should be a Hallelujah from head to foot,” and, like the Gospel of Matthew on which it is based, focuses on the teachings of Jesus, who will be played by David Murphy, a junior from Stony Brook, N.Y. Others in the cast include Bill Bodine, a senior from Medford, N.J., who will play both the part of John the Baptist and that of Judas.
Dr. Robert C. Hailey, professor of dramatic arts at Lynchburg College and director for the production, points out that “Godspell” will appeal to all ages and could be a deep religious experience for those who attend. People seeking the contemporary relevance of the Christian ethic should not be surprised to find it here.
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Spring Break Suggestions Offered (February 12, 1985)
The island of Bermuda is one of the vacation alternatives to Fort Lauderdale suggested for this year’s Spring Break.
By Katie Rein
Are you tired of the usual spring break trip to Ft. Lauderdale? Why not try someplace entirely different, without burning a hole in your pocket.
The following popular vacation spots offer reasonable inclusive package deals. Additional information can be acquired at the AAA Travel Agent.
- Nassau – package deal for $289 per person.
Includes: round trip air transportation with meals and beverages in flight; seven nights/eight days at the hotel of your choice; hotel/airport transfers and escort throughout your stay; optional sightseeing and extra bonus features; gratuities for bellmen and maids, baggage handling; all hotel taxes and service charges.
- Jamaica (Montego Bay) – package deal for $439 per person.
Included features are: round trip charter jet from Baltimore to Jamaica; accommodations for seven nights at your choice of one of Jamaica’s finest resort hotels; round trip transfers between the airport and hotel; including baggage handling porterage; complete program of optional sightseeing excursions and watersports activities; all hotel taxes and gratuities for bellmen, porters and maids – everything is pre-paid.
- Bermuda – package deal, excluding airfare, for $135 per person.
Package includes: accommodations for six nights at the hotel of your choice; round trip transfers between the airport and lodgings; personalized reception upon your arrival, and service in planning your tours; annual spring fling complimentary beach parties, boat cruises, and other various prearranged events.
- Puerto Rico (Isla Verde) – package deal, excluding airfare, $255 per person.
Features include: Accommodations for seven nights at the Carib Inn Hotel; round trip transfers from airport to hotel; day trip to St. Thomas, including round trip flight, sightseeing tours, and transfers to downtown shopping area. Services and additional activities are also inclusive of package.
- Bahamas (Freeport) — package deal for $229 per person.
Freeport fling includes: round trip jet non-stop to Freeport; three nights at your choice of Freeport’s finest hotels (all rooms feature two double beds and television); round trip airport/hotel transfers, and baggage handling; complimentary rum swizzle, poolside chaise lounges, and manager’s cocktail party. Also included are hotel taxes, service charge, and tip to maids and porters.
- Caribbean —
- Martinique — package deal, excluding airfare, $147 per person.
- b. Haiti — package deal, excluding airfare, $92 per person Includes accommodations for seven nights at the hotel of your choice; round trip transfers between airport and hotel; welcome cocktail and complimentary Bar-B-Q by the pool; day tennis and watersport equipment. Tax and hotel service charge also included in packaged price.
- Hawaii (Waikiki) — package deal for $579 per person.
Features include: round trip flight on American Airlines widebody jets; traditional Hawaiian flower lei greeting upon arrival; round trip transfers and porterage between the airport and hotel; eight days/seven nights in Waikiki at The Colony Resorts new Maile Court Hotel; $50 Kala spending money, good for cash discounts at various restaurants and on shopping in Waikiki. All applicable service charges and taxes included in features.
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