FEDERAL JUDGE ROBERT BORK signs a book for Lincolnite Hodson Hanson after delivering a Sept. 1 lecture at the NU College of Law titled "Law and Culture."

Bork Urges Return to Moral Roots

Judge Robert Bork was the lecturer in the second Roman L. Hruska Institute for the Administration of Justice Sept. 1 at the College of Law.

In his lecture, "Law and Culture," the controversial 1987 Supreme Court nominee discussed how changes in our culture are changing the law-and, in his opinion, not for the better.

"Judges today are often assessed according to ideology rather than the law," he told a standing-room-only crowd estimated at 425. Using the controversy surrounding Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas as an example, he said, "The idea that judges are not first and foremost accountable to the law rather than to a constituency seems to be in jeopardy."

Another of Bork's themes was religion, which he said must play a central role public life if the country is to return to its moral roots.

"Religion is essential to our moral revival because it always has been," he said, referring to cultural revivals in historic times. "We've been living on the moral capital of past generations, but that capital doesn't live forever. The revival of religion is necessary for the revival of our culture."

FAIR VEGETABLES, ANYONE? Susan Schoneweis (left), and Jill Kruger of Arlington bag vegetables to sell in the 4-H Exhibit Hall during the first weekend of the 1998 Nebraska State Fair.

Fair Vegetables Sold to Benefit 4-H Horticulture Club

By Cheryl Alberts, IANR news

From acorn squash to zucchini, vegetables of every imaginable size and shape wore ribbons of royal purple and patriotic blue, red and white in the 1998 Nebraska State Fair 4-H division.

Vegetables entered by 4-H youth were judged the first week of the state fair in the 4-H Exhibit Hall. Those still in good condition after five days of sitting in the annual fair heat were sold - not to the highest bidder, but closer to $1 per bag. The sale netted $102, which will help defray costs for the Nebraska 4-H Horticulture Judging Team as it travels to the annual national contest in Memphis, Tenn.

Some customers bought produce to support the horticulture team. Others, like Kathy Ponte-Hamersky of Lincoln, found just what she needed - red onions for a Martha Gooch pasta recipe for an open class contest later in the fair week.

"The price is great," Ponte-Hamersky said.

Unsold vegetables in good condition are given to the Lincoln Food Bank or the People's City Mission, said Susan Schoneweis, horticulture contest coordinator and University of Nebraska coordinator for home and environmental horticulture. The idea to sell vegetables and raise money for the horticulture judging team came from the Kansas State Fair, said the Manhattan, Kan., native. Previously, vegetables were displayed the entire two weeks of the Nebraska fair, which left many unfit to be eaten. Rather than having them on display for two weeks, Schoneweis much prefers the vegetables get used.

"We hated seeing the waste," she said.

Vegetables that best withstand the annual fair-time heat include onions, peppers, squash, pumpkins, gourds, cucumbers, eggplant, potatoes and some types of tomatoes. Schoneweis has grown quite ingenious in her marketing strategies. For example, she labels cherry tomatoes as "snacking bags" for fair-goers' ease and convenience. "Stir-fry bags" was this year's new label for a variety of vegetables in one bag.

Some fair-goers need a little convincing that the vegetables are worth the inconvenience of carrying them, Schoneweis added. She sometimes chides teens into carrying bags of vegetables because they'll build strength and muscles.

"I do a lot of bribery," she chuckled.

Some people, however, need no bribing. Carnival workers - especially those with kids - are glad to get fresh produce.

"We get carnival people in because they haven't seen a fresh vegetable all summer," Schoneweis said.

Around 700 vegetables are on 4-H display shelves at the fair each year. Smaller vegetables, such as radishes and tomatoes, are exhibited five on a plate. Larger vegetables are displayed in twos.

There's no scrubbing these vegetables to make them look pretty, however. Just a little brushing will do. For example, a fine soil film on potatoes keeps their pores clogged, and thus prevents withering. And washed tomatoes are more likely to split than those just wiped off, the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources horticulturist said.

The 4-H teams that Schoneweis coaches have done well at the national contest, held in conjunction with the National Junior Horticulture Association convention. The four-member team was reserve champion last year and national champions the previous four years.

The Nebraska State Fair concludes Labor Day, Sept. 7.

Scarlet Deadlines Revised

Due to changes in production at the Scarlet, the weekly deadlines for receipt of information have been moved up by five hours. Material intended for inclusion in the Scarlet must be faxed, emailed or delivered to the Office of Public Relations by noon the Friday before publication. Items received after the deadline will be considered on a case by case basis and may run at the discretion of the editor depending on space availability.

The office is located in 321 Canfield (0424); the fax is 472-7825; or email the Scarlet at scarlet@unlinfo.unl.edu.

Environmental Health and Safety Training Dates

Environmental Health and Safety announces new Core Safety Training. Each core training session consists of five components: disaster preparedness, emergency response, fire safety, hazard communication and IIPP (Injury and Illness Prevention Plan). Fire extinguisher training is also offered immediately following each core training session.

Core Training will occur from 8 to 11 a.m. Sept. 10 and from 1 to 4 p.m. Sept. 23.

Environmental Health and Safety also offers Radiation Safety Basic Training and X-Ray Training. Radiation Safety Basic Training will be held from 1:30 to 5 p.m. Sept. 15 and the X-Ray Training is held at 1:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month.

All training sessions will be at the Environmental Health and Safety Training Room located at 3630 East Campus Loop, Agriculture Warehouse #1.

Please contact EHS at 472-4925 to register for a session and to discuss alternate training dates and times

Memorial Celebration Sept. 11 for Al Stone

An organ recital and reflections in celebration of the life of Albert "Al" Stone will begin at 6 p.m. Sept. 11 at Cornerstone, 640 N. 16th St. Stone, who died on June 8, was a professor in the College of Architecture.

The Al Stone Memorial Fund has been established at the University of Nebraska Foundation.

Purchasing Open House Sept. 15

Sept. 14 to 18, has been designated as "Buying for Higher Education Week." To help promote this endeavor, Purchasing will hold an open house from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Sept. 15 in the Purchasing Office at 1700 Y St. Faculty and staff are invited to learn about how Purchasing supports the educational mission of the University and to meet the Purchasing staff. For more information contact the Purchasing Office at 472-2126.

Mail and Distribution Rate Changes

Adjustments in rates for mail and distribution services have increased 50 cents as of July 1. The following is a quick reference for charges:

Moving Services: Rate based on per hour/per FTE, $15

University Stores: Department boxes/packages, $2

Print Services: boxes/packages, $1.50

Department merchandise (hourly charge): $15 Rate based on per hour/per FTE

Storage charge per square foot (prime space): $1.50

Courier: Regular run/delivery, $3.50; Off Campus run (3 mile limit), $5.50; Off Campus run (5 mile limit), $6.50; Off Campus run (15 mile limit), $7: Additional box/package (same run), $2.50; Additional room (same run/bldg.), $.50; Additional building (same campus), $2.50; Additional building (different campus), $3.50

Faculty Dance Club Event Sept. 12

The Faculty Dance Club will hold the first dance of the 1998-99 season on Sept. 12 in the East Union. The social hour begins at 6 p.m., with dinner at 7 p.m. and dancing from 8 to 11 p.m. Lou Arnold will be performing.

Dues, with checks made payable to "Faculty Dance Club" may be paid at the first dance or sent to Lloyd and Chyre Mather, 730 Danville Dr., Lincoln NE 68510. A full year membership is $60. Semester membership is $30.

For more information, call Darryll and Theresa Pederson, club secretaries, at 489-6473.

Avoid A $75 Airline Ticket Change Penalty

An airline ticket issued by Travel and Transport can be voided by noon on the following Monday and you can avoid a $75 change fee by the airlines. In order to void a ticket, Travel and Transport must have it in their office at 4433 S. 70th St. no later than noon on Monday. This allows you to book a ticket on Tuesday, and you would have until Monday of the following week to cancel and avoid a $75 change penalty.

TLC Workshops Goals Are Energizing Students' Learning

The Teaching and Learning Center will sponsor three workshops on Energizing Students' Learning on Sept. 10 and 11. "Active Learning: Energizing The Classroom" will be from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sept. 10 in the Nebraska Union. "Lively Lectures: Engaging Students in Large Classes" will be from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 10 in the Nebraska Union; and "Teaching Critical Thinking Using Active Learning" will be from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Sept. 11 in the East Union.

Charles Bonwell, consultant on Active Learning, will be the featured speaker. If you would like to change your students from passive listeners to active listeners, create a supportive environment for students who may feel lost in large classes, help students become more proficient at thinking logically, solving problems or making decisions or all of the above - these workshops are for you.

To register for any (or all) of the sessions above, contact the TLC at teaching@unlinfo.unl.edu or phone 472-3079.

Degree Application Deadline Sept. 25

Sept. 25 is the deadline for applying for a degree to be received on Dec. 19. A $25 non-refundable degree application fee must accompany the Application for Degree form. The fee applies only to the term indicated on the application and is not transferable to another term. Applications are to be filed at the Records Office, 107 Canfield Administration Building.

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Employee Discounts at University Bookstore

Show your Employee I.D. card at the University Bookstore when making your purchases and receive a 10 percent discount on regularly priced merchandise, including textbooks. This discount is for any day the bookstore is open, not just the 10th of the month. While you are there, remember to sign up for the "Advantage Card Program" and start earning points toward valuable gift certificates.

English Conversation Program Looking for Volunteers:

It you like making friends, making a difference and learning about foreign cultures, here is a great opportunity to do so. International Affairs Office is sponsoring the English Conversation Program in which American students are matched with international students here at the university. Once matched, ECP participants independently arrange for weekly meetings of an hour or more to participate in activities (going to a movie, going out, trip, etc.) or conversation. So, while making friends with your conversation partner and learning about his or her culture, you can make a difference in their lives by helping them improve their English skills.

Sign up at the International Affairs Office, 1237 R St., or on the Web at http://www.iaffairs. unl.edu/forms/ecpform.htm. You can request being matched with a student from a particular country, of particular age, gender and similar interests. Within a few weeks you will be matched with an international student and you will be able to start a friendship that may last a lifetime.

For more information, please contact Piotrek Juszkiewicz in the International Affairs Office, 472 5864 or send an e-mail to pjuszkie@unlgrad1.unl.edu .

Cultural Diversity Retreat Oct. 10 and 11

Faculty and staff are encouraged to urge students to apply for the 11th annual Cultural Diversity Retreat, "Becoming a Diversity Change Agent," Oct. 10 and 11 at Camp Carol Joy Holling in Ashland.

The retreat, sponsored by the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, is open to currently registered University of Nebraska-Lincoln students, administrators, faculty and staff. The retreat is limited to 70 participants.

The retreat will help participants acquire a greater awareness and knowledge of cultural diversity as a framework that enriches our lives and enhances each participant's ability to understand and navigate the variety of cultural environments he or she may encounter. The hope is to create a body of individuals who will actively promote diversity as a tool for change and work for the betterment of the campus community.

All retreat participants are expected to attend both days of the retreat and stay at the site for the entire time. Retreat participants will take part in many culturally enriching exercises, lively video discussions and special sessions with guest facilitators. All sessions are intended to allow each participant to be actively involved.

All transportation, food and lodging are provided for each participant. Everyone must use the transportation provided.

Everyone is required to complete an application. All applicants are required to pay a $10 registration deposit. Deposits will be refunded to applicants who are not chosen and to those who complete the entire retreat. Any accepted applicant who does not cancel or does not attend the entire retreat will forfeit the registration. All applicants will be notified of their selection by Sept. 28. Participants must cancel by 4 p.m. Oct. 2 to receive a deposit refund.

Applications should be returned to: John Harris, special assistant, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 106 Canfield Administration Bldg., Lincoln, NE 68588-0423 by Sept. 28. Any questions may be directed to Harris at 472-3755.

Human Resources Mentoring Project Seeks Participants

All university staff and faculty are invited to participate in the 1998-99 Mentoring Project. This program aims to facilitate mentoring relationships that encourage professional and personal growth and provide opportunities for staff and faculty to help another person understand the university and its culture. The mentoring project also promotes community-building activities on the campus. Time requirements are flexible. The partnership should be structured to suit both members.

To participate, complete the questionnaire mailed during the week of Aug. 31. If you did not receive a questionnaire, call Human Resources at 472-3101.

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Gamma Sigma Delta Annual Seminar

The Nebraska Chapter of Gamma Sigma Delta invites all faculty and staff to attend their Annual Seminar at 2 p.m. Sept. 17 in the East Union. The seminar will feature Don Wilhite, director of the International Drought Information Center and professor of Agricultural Meteorology, speaking on the effects of El Nino and La Nina. The chapter's annual meeting will follow the seminar. For more information, contact Keith Niemann, 472-1577.

Gallup Center Workshops Explore Methodology, Statistics

The Gallup Research Center will host a two-part workshop on "Advanced Topics in Survey Methodology and Statistics" Sept. 10 and 11.

Sept. 10, Danny Pfefferman, professor of statistics at Hebrew University in Israel, will present "The Use of Sampling Weights and Alternatives for Analytic Inference from Complex Survey Samples." Pfefferman is widely regarded as one of the leading figures on the analysis of data from complex survey designs.

Sept. 11, Malay Ghosh, distinguished professor of statistics at the University of Florida, will present "Small Area Estimation: Methods and Applications." Winner of a number of awards and honors, Ghosh has published extensively on small area estimation and Bayesian analysis and has acted as a consultant to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Workshop enrollment is limited to 35 participants. The registration fee is $100. For further information, contact the Gallup Research Center at 458-2035.

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Environmentally Friendly Landscaping One Focus of Festival of Color

By Steve Ress, IANR Water Center

Showing homeowners the environmental and aesthetic advantages of properly landscaping their yards is a prime focus for Steve Rodie, NU landscape horticulturist.

"Good landscape design requires careful thought, creativity and plant knowledge. But it's much more than just the finished plan and should take environmental efficiency into account," Rodie said.

He and UNL School of Natural Resource Sciences director Blaine Blad will discuss how to create beautiful residential landscapes with an eye on water conservation from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Sept. 12 at the sixth annual Festival of Color near Mead. The festival is expected to attract 10,000 to the John Seaton Anderson Turfgrass and Ornamental Research Area, which is part of NU's Agricultural Research and Development Center.

"People can discover how variable the conditions in their backyards can be and how microclimates in their landscape can affect plant selections and landscape design," Rodie said.

The presentation is one of eight seminars on effective landscaping and efficient water use.

Other topics in this series are:

• Backyard Landscaping with Kim Davidson of Lanoha Nurseries, Omaha (privacy and recreation areas with beautiful, water-conserving plantings), 10:40 to 11:10 a.m. - Fences, Decks and Patios with Kim Todd of Finke Gardens and Nursery, Lincoln (how to design and incorporate the non-plant elements into your outdoor living areas), 11:20 to 11:50 a.m.
• Effective Landscape Irrigation by representatives of Reams Sprinkler Supply Co., Lincoln (irrigation design tips, the newest product innovations and waterwise plants and grasses), noon to 12:30 p.m.
• Water Gardening with Steve Harbaugh of Campbell's Nurseries and Garden Centers, Lincoln (how to create a tranquil spot in your landscape with a water garden), 12:40 to 1:10 p.m.
• Effective Landscape Irrigation by representatives from Midwest Turf and Irrigation, Omaha (more tips on designing and planting with water savings in mind), 1:20 to 1:50 p.m.
• Front Yard Landscaping with Bill Westfall of Mulhall's Nursery, Omaha (how to give your public area a professional, yet welcoming appearance), 2 to 2:30 p.m.
• Landscape Design for Acreages with NU horticulturist Richard Sutton (addressing the unique challenges faced by acreage owners and others landscaping on a larger scale), 2:40 to 3:10 p.m.

Concurrent presentations will cover turfgrass management tips, landscape management and maintenance and tips on selecting and maintaining trees, flowers and shrubs.

There will be guided tours on pruning, insects, perennial and wildflowers and other topics and "tent talks" featuring panelists from Nebraska ETV's "Backyard Farmer" series.

The festival also will have information on bee keeping, turfgrass and "Great Plants for the Great Plains."

Festival of Color remains free to the public. The annual event is supported by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region VII through the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality; Nebraska Nursery and Landscape Association; Nebraska Turfgrass Foundation, Earl May Seed and Nursery, Limited Partnership; Bluebird Nursery; Lilypons Water Gardens, Buckeys Town, MD; the Lower Platte North Natural Resources District, Campbell's Nursery and Garden Centers; and NU's Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Advertise in the Scarlet

The Scarlet accepts display advertising from university-related entities. The ad must pertain to university-related functions, activities, processes, products or events. Our rates are $7.50 per column inch (one column wide by 1 inch deep). Minimum ad size is 2 columns by 2 inches (4 column inches). Maximum ad size: full page. There is a 10 percent pick-up discount for subsequent placements of the same ad (no changes in copy).

Space reservations must be placed by noon the Friday before desired publication. Camera-ready copy must be received by noon Tuesday before publication. If the Scarlet design team is creating the ad, costs are $25 per hour with a minimum $25 charge. Copy must be to the design team by noon Friday before publication. You will be billed through your university company center.

To reserve space, contact Kim Hachiya at 472-8844 or khachiya@unlinfo.unl.edu. For information about ad sizes or to send the ad electronically, contact Bob Crisler at 472-9878 or bcrisler@unlinfo.unl.edu.