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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-01-17

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue of the Wooster Voice contains an interview with an industrialist and his views on how the United States will exit the current financial crisis, a report on a streaking ritual, and a report on the College of Wooster radio station after it failed a federal test. Page 2 contains a satirical piece mocking the rich and bigoted. Page 3 contains continued stories, a year in review film criticism, and a report on a retired Wooster professor who still maintained an active presence in the community. Page 4 contains information of a review of the Wooster Ethic and continues the report on the streaking incident. Page 5 contains a report on faculty hiring, a report on the campaign tax, and a report on the effects of energy cutbacks on the College of Wooster. Pages 6-8 are the sports section.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-01-24

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue of the Wooster Voice headlines a speech given by Harold Ford, a former CIA official, criticizing the CIA and its organization. Also featured on page 1 are a sports report and an upcoming lecture by a Jesuit priest. Page 2 contains a film criticism, and a piece calling for intersectionality. Page 3 features film criticism and continued articles. Page 4 contains a piece on the United Farm Workers and their boycott. Page 5 contains a piece on an upcoming lecture on expanding one's consciousness without use of drugs or other such physical means. Pages 6-7 are the sports section, and page 8 contains continued stories.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-01-31

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue of the Wooster Voice contains a piece detailing the racially charged reaction to the dismissal of Mrs. Juanita Browne, a professor in Black Studies, after negative feedback and her alleged failure to obtain her Ph.D in a timely manner as was allegedly stipulated in her hiring. Also featured is a report on the Florence Wilson Bookstore and its prices. Page 2 features an opinion piece on the Browne case, a criticism of the Student Government Association's whimsical distribution of funding, and a film review. Page 3 contains a report on the Wooster radio show. Page 4 contains a continued story on the Browne case, and a report on heightened restrictions in Ohio for teacher certification. Page 5 continues the piece on prices in the Wooster bookstore, and a piece on an exhibition in the Wooster Art museum featuring American artists. Pages 6-7 are the sports section, and page 8 features a fundraiser.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-02-07

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue of the Wooster Voice features a poll of students on proposed changes to visitation hours, a report on robust turnout for Black History Week, profit making by the Student Entertainment Center, and job openings in Europe for the summer. Page 2 features a response from the Student Government Association President to a letter published the previous week alleging that the Student Government Association is lackadaisical with its handling of funds. Page 3 features a report on the reasons behind a tuition hike, and a piece exploring psychedelic culture. Page 4 continues the tuition piece. Page 5 contains a report on pre-med majors and the implementation of a new curriculum. Pages 6-7 are the sports section, and page 8 contains a report on a Wooster judge and his comments blaming alcohol as the biggest drug problem in the United States.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-02-14

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue of the Wooster Voice features a report on a gay protest and sit in after an anti-gay joke was made in Miller Manor, a report on the faculty hiring process and its accessibility to students, and a discussion of "New Segregation." Page 2 features an opinion piece on the dangers of the 4 billion strong world population and overpopulation, film criticism, and a report on a $3 federal oil tax. Page 3 contains a piece on parties and continued articles. Page 4 contains a report on sexuality. Page 5 contains a report on an increase of litter on campus. Page 6 is continued articles. Page 7 contains a report on the possibility of bringing cable TV the College. Page 8 contains continued articles. Pages 9-13 are the sports section. Page 14 contains a report on the job market.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-02-21

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published February 2nd, 1975. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines an address by Congressman Robert Bergland (D-Minn) criticizing materialism in American society brought to light by the oil crisis. Also featured is a report on a socialist view of the American Revolution and a report on a lecture on Christian ethics in the Religion Department. Page 2 is the opinion section and features a piece condemning the theft of Wooster stop signs, a piece arguing that normalization of gay people is wrong and that gay people need psychiatric help, a piece calling for more efficiency in the campus dining, and a piece speculating on President Ford's reelection chances. Page 3 features a piece exploring artists' "death wishes," a film review, and a book review. Page 4 consists of advertisements and a continuation of the Ford piece. Page 5 features continued articles, club announcements, and advertisements. Pages 6-7 are the sports section, and page 8 consists of advertising and a continuation of the religious piece from the front page.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-02-28

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published February 28th, 1975. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines a piece in the ongoing debate in the religion department over ethics. This week's piece argues that ethics is an art, not a recipe. Also featured is a report on an increase in pledging, campus elections, and a sewage spillage in Bissman Hall. Page 2 is the opinion section and features a piece calling for an end to bottle smashing by fraternities on the grounds that the shattered glass presents a hazard to the campus. Also featured is a piece written by a gay student criticizing the previous week's piece arguing that gays are in need of mental health, not "liberation." Finally, there is a piece calling for more female representation and a piece calling for an end to departmental rivalries on campus. Page 3 also consists of opinions and continues pieces from page 2, and also has a piece calling for an end to "Hell Week," an annual Greek hazing event. Also featured is a second letter criticizing the previous week's letter on homosexuality and a piece arguing over the continuing argument of a dismissal of a Black Studies professor. Page 4 consists of continued opinion pieces and a third piece criticizing the gay letter from the previous week. Page 5 also features a letter criticizing the gay piece and a report on study abroad opportunities. Page 6 features a piece reviewing a performance of O'Neil's Long Day's Journey into Night and a piece criticizing the gay letter and calling for a better editorial policy at the Wooster Voice. Page 7 is the sports section, and page 8 consists entirely of an advertisement for an SR-50 TI calculator.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-03-07

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published March 3rd, 1975. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines a report on upcoming media, a look into the career of English professor Dr. Anneta Jefferson, and a piece on the importance of self-worth in the psychological makeup of raising a child. Page 2 features a letter from Joe Hudson, the author of a piece two weeks ago arguing against gay liberation. Hudson argues he was mistaken in some of his particulars and goes on to cite scientific research to argue against normalizing homosexuality so as to reach those "on the border" and can still be saved. Page 3 consists of continued pieces and advertisements. Page 4 consists of advertisements and Intramural Baseball scores.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-04-04

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published April 4th, 1975. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines a change in the Dean of Students, an upcoming pianist performance, and a report on the cost of living in Wooster. Page 2 features a letter of introduction to the readers of the Voice from the new editorial board, a piece arguing the the prank pulled on gay students got out of hand, but should not be taken any more seriously than any other college prank. Also featured is a response to Joe Hudson's piece that argued that homosexuals should be given psychiatric care. This piece argues that homosexuality is natural. Another piece argues that the feminist women's dance was severely degraded by the actions of students including lesbians displaying their sexuality, and male students dressing up as women as a joke. Page 3 features a piece speculating on the upcoming Academy Awards, and a piece speculating on the impact of stagflation and resemblance to 1929 and the Great Depression. Page 4 features changes in campus dining, paper waste reduction challenges, and congressional stimulus packages being debated. Page 5 features an opinion piece arguing that nuclear power is too dangerous to be used, and a continuation of the congressional debate report. Page 6 features a report on the Cleveland Museum of Art and pages 7-8 are the sports section.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-04-11

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published March 11th, 1975. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines a challenge from anonymous donors in the form of a matching fundraising of up to $300,000 for the College of Wooster. Also featured is a report on "Hell Week," an annual hazing activity for Greek groups. Page 2 features a piece on Fast Day, a fundraising activity in which students fast, a piece arguing that gays are integral to the women's movement, a piece accusing Ms. Brandt of sexism against women for using "men" to refer to the whole human race, a one sentence letter calling Joe Hudson's pieces on homosexuality "verbose bullshit," and a review of "Young Frankenstein." Page 3 consists of continued pieces from the opinion section and a piece arguing that Hell Week presents dangers to the campus in the form of broken glass, thrown beer bottles, and general campus nuisances. Page 4 features campus lectures. Page 5 consists of continued pieces. Pages 6-7 are the sports section and page 8 consists of advertising.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-04-18

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published April 18th, 1975. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines features a call from the campus chaplain for more intimacy between married couples, a report on Wooster being featured as an "All-American City" and a report on housing in Wooster. Page 2 consists of a piece stating the purpose of "Hell Week," an annual Greek hazing event from the Inter-Club Council, and a piece criticizing the lack of student input in the selection of the new Dean of Students. Page 3 consists of opinion pieces about Hell Week. Page 4 consists of film reviews and continued pieces. Page 5 features a piece on ethics, a lecture on facing death, and a report on foreign film screenings. Page 6 features an essay on the nature of communication and showcasing art projects, and an upcoming visiting lecturer to give a speech against birth control. Pages 7-8 are the sports section.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-04-25

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published April 18th, 1975. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines a lecture by Frances Frech who argued that the United States will see a dangerous population drop. $60,000 has been raised thus far for the challenge, the details of which are on the first page. Page 2 features a call from the Wooster Voice editors to limit all letters to the editor to no more than 250 words, and continued articles. Pages 3-4 are the sports section.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-05-02

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published May 2nd, 1975. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines a report on the energy crisis, faculty tenure processes, and a theatre production. Page 2 features a piece heavily criticizing the lecture by Frances Frech calling population growth a myth. Also featured is a rewriting of the Code of Integrity by the Student Government Association. Page 3 features a diversity event and continues the tenure outline. Page 4 is the sports section.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-05-09

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published May 9th, 1975. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines fundraising in excess of $300,000 for the College of Wooster, along with student contributions. Page 2 features pieces on the ongoing debate in SGA on whether or not to adjust the honor code, and a piece on student fundraising. Page 3 features a report on bilingual education and decision making. Page 4 features a piece speculating on the future of third world countries. Pages 5-6 are the sports section.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-05-16

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, Dr. Warren Farrell gave a speech to the college community on “Men’s Liberation” where he encouraged his audience to examine the gender roles they play in their daily lives. The music group “Styx” is set to play a concert at the College. Five campus programs are chosen to receive houses for members. A new musical called “Drown the Wind,” written by members of the College’s english and music departments, premieres in Freedlander Theatre. An article discusses prank culture at Wooster, and recalls classic Wooster pranks such as, putting a car in the Arch. Additionally, students participate in the festivities of “Alfred E. Packard Day,” a fundraising event organized by students to raise money for the Challenge Account. The day celebrates Alfred E. Packard (also spelled ‘Packer’) who was the first man in American history to be arrested for cannibalism after he ate six people.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-05-23

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, students prepare for the 105th Commencement at the College of Wooster. The Town of Wooster celebrates “All-American Day.” Dr. William Schreiber gives a faculty convocation address on, “The Immigrant Viewpoint.” Additionally, an article expresses concern for student’s health after air-conditioning units on campus malfunction. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on page four.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-05-30

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, a faculty poll says the honor code is not working. A group of art students living in Kieffer House are going to turn the garage behind houses on College Ave into a pavilion. For financial reasons, the Lowry Center Board plans to not have big name entertainment perform at the college. The challenge drive has reached $96,000. Additionally, a review of the Wooster original musical “Drown the Wind,” criticizes the show. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages six and seven. The final page is made up of an advertisement for the bookstore regarding book buy back.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-09-26

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the first edition of the Voice for the 1975-76 academic year and welcomes the Wooster students back. The College’s Student Government Association (SGA) reworks their election systems and begins to offer refrigerator rentals to Wooster students. An article written by a Wooster football player describes a physical altercation he got into with his coach in which the coach struck him. Additionally, BSA (Black Students Association) begins plans for the year’s programing, starting off with a lecture series. Pages five through seven highlight the athletic updates for the past week. The final page is composed entirely of advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-10-03

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, Kieffer House becomes the 7th off campus program house at Wooster and features an environmental focus. The College’s new off-campus employment office offers off-campus job opportunities to students. Wooster student, Gaye Kelly, became the first female lifeguard in Atlantic City during her summer break. October 6 is the last day to register to vote. Additionally, construction begins on a new waterfall/fountain outside the Lowry Center. The schedule for the radio station is detailed on page four. Athletic updates for the past week are featured on the sixth page.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-10-10

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, American civil rights activist, women's rights activist, lawyer, Episcopal priest, and author Pauli Murray, gives a convocation speech to the campus. An article discuss the different unique housing programs offered by Wooster such as the program houses, Douglass co-ed housing, and Babcock international Hall. Additionally, page 2 of the Voice includes a student written “Wooster Love Song.” A breakdown of college tuition shows where student money is going and how it is being used.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-10-17

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, a few changes are made to the proceeding for the annual Homecoming celebrations such as the addition of dormitory decorations and abbreviated voting for Homecoming Queen. Science fiction author and professor, Dr. Isaac Asimov, speaks to the College on “the Future of Man: Toward the Year 2000.” Additionally, the College Employment Office is moved to the Career Planning and Placement Office and then moved back to the original office, and renamed the “Campus Employment Office.”
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-10-24

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, there is a memoriam for Wooster professor Dr. Frances V. Guille-Secor of the French department. Dr. Secor had just finished working on the film “The Story of Adele H.” based on the life of Adèle Hugo, an individual whom Dr. Secor had written a book about in her book “François Victor Hugo Et Son Oeuvre.” Wooster alumni visit the campus for the Homecoming weekend, photographs and included throughout the issue. Additionally, the College host the United Fund Dance to raise money for United Way, sponsored by S.E.C. and the Youth Center.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-10-31

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, a housing committees made up of the co-ed dorms examines the campus visitation policy. George Galster of Wooster’s economic department, in a lecture sponsored by “Bread for the World,” calls for food aid through economic incentives. An article recaps the speech given to campus by science fiction author and professor, Dr. Isaac Asimov, on the topic of “the Future of Man: Toward the Year 2000.” Additionally, the College celebrates different cultures during the “Festival of Nations” followed by Oktoberfest.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-11-07

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, the College of Wooster struggles with finances due to inflation. Faculty votes to revamp the Freshman Colloquium, chaining the name to Freshman Studies. The Wooster Little Theatre prepares to put on Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman.” The co-ed dormitories committee drafts their proposal for flexible visitation hours in living units. Additionally, this issue includes a proposal for what Wooster students now know as the Soup and Bread program. Athletic updates for the past week are featured on pages six, seven, and eight.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1975-11-14

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, the Lowry Center Board plans a variety of campus events for the Winter Quarter including a jazz festival. Expert on African and third world literature, Dr. Naomi Garrett, speaks to the college as part of an invitation from the Wooster French and Black Studies department. Additionally, the Wooster Chorus presents a concert celebration in of Yule through carols. Letters to the editor are featured on the second page. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages six, seven, and eight.