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Tyson Holyfield, Cathedrals, Skewed Values, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

It was Monday the 30th of June. I had just spent the morning at the Vatican Museum, the final stop of which is at the Sistine Chapel, considered by some to be the penultimate work of art in the history of the western world. To stand in that large room and absorb the work of Michelangelo, even among the crush and din of the tourists, is one of the great experiences of a lifetime. You leave with a feeling that there is indeed something of the divine within the human spirit which Michelangelo has managed to capture on the walls …

Fenway Park And The Ted, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

There is the old, and the new old, more stylishly termed the retro. We're talking ballparks, major league ballparks. Over the past few weeks I had the pleasure of being at one of the very oldest, Fenway Park in Boston, and the newest of the new old parks, "The Ted" in Atlanta.

Baseball And Basketball Stadium Ownership And Franchise Incentives To Relocate, Gerard C. Mildner, James G. Strathman

Center for Urban Studies Publications and Reports

In an earlier paper, we examined the factors leading Major League Baseball franchises to relocate using data from 1950 to 1995 (Mildner and Strathman, 1996). In this paper, we extend our analysis to look at the National Basketball Association from 1960 to 1995. Our intent is to extend this line of research to cover the other major league sports, but we present here the data for these two sports along with some location data for professional hockey and football. The paper proceeds as follows: a model of the team relocation decision process, a description of our data set, our analysis …

Women's Sports, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Twenty-five years ago Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 mandated that women not be discriminated against in any educational institution receiving federal funds. Although Title IX does not mention sport specifically it is clear that sport is one of those activities covered. When you see the hype being generated by the arrival of the WNBA, you might think that Title IX has been a major success. It has not.

Nba And Nhl Playoffs, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Now that the Michael Jordan Invitational Tournament has ended it might be a good time to look at some of the highlights of both the NBA and NHL playoffs. Once again Michael set new standards of performance, and once again he proved how important he is to the Bulls' success. Twice during the finals he took games away from the Jazz, once with a buzzer-beater and once with a performance that has extended the Michael legend to another level. The buzzer beaters have happened so often that they are nearly yawners, and in fact the pass to Steve Kerr at …

Father's Day, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

This commentary was first broadcast in June of 1992 in a slightly different form. This week for Father's Day I want to talk about the man who taught me a love of sport, and especially a love of baseball, and who taught me much about life.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Special Summer Edition, Wku Student Affairs

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• Simmons, Darryn. Western, Nebraska Courting Paul Sanderford
• VanWinkle, Cara. Western Custodian Remembered – Jerry Robertson
• Brown, Karen. John Hardin Named Assistant Dean – Potter College of Arts & Letters
• Simmons, Darryn. Regents Approve Resolution, Budget – Gays, Lesbians
• Lenz, Rebecca. More Than 900 Students Graduate in May Ceremony – Commencement, Class of 1996 (WKU)
• Brown, Karen. Regent Donates Endowment – Raymond Preston
• Committee Interviews Six Finalists – Presidential Search
• Staff Regent Elections Wednesday
• Photojournalism Students Rewarded at National Contest – Jonathan Kirshner, Chad Stevens
• Summer Programs at Library – …

Orlando Magic, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

At long last the peculiar dance that has been the Orlando Magic coaching search has ended with the personable and hard-nosed Chuck Daly being named the new head coach of this team which is still in search of an identity. Whether or not Chuck can accomplish this formidable task remains to be seen, and if he can not, the explanation will be simple. He will be declared too old for the job.

Analysis Of The Motor Fitness And Strength Of The 1992 Through 1995 Western Michigan University Football Teams, Erick W. Schork

Masters Theses

The purpose of this study was to determine the motor fitness and strength characteristics of the 1992 through 1995 Western Michigan University football teams. Specifically, performance of the class of 1995 and various playing positions were compared to the performance of the entire team over a 4-year period. Approximately 100 members of the 1992 through 1995 Western Michigan University football teams were measured on tests that determined physical strength and motor fitness ability. These tests included the bench press, squat, hang clean, 20-yard shuttle run, 40-yard dash, vertical jump, and 300-yard shuttle run. ANOVAs or chi-square tests were calculated to …

Florida Sports, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

I am not sure if it's the travel I've been doing with its cumulative jet lag, some new peculiar alignment of the planets associated with the recent departure from San Diego, or just a simple coincidence, but this past couple of weeks in sports world has left my head spinning. Not surprising is the fact that many of these developments have come out of Florida, a state that seems to be rivaling California these days as the off-center of the universe. One theory has it that it's all related to Disney or the rockets fired from Cape Canaveral.

High School Sports Eligibility And The Florida Legislature, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Is it reasonable to expect those who participate in interscholastic athletics be bona fide students with a minimal commitment to success in the classroom as well as on the playing field? And should it be the function of the state legislature to guarantee that this is the case?

Susie Maroney - Kasparov And Big Blue - Coaching Musical Chairs, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

It has been one of those weeks when there are so many things to comment upon, I don't know where to begin. The embarrassment of riches has come from a multitude of sources, and invites a veritable plethora of opinions and attitudes from joy and praise to disdain and disgust.

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

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Commencement program listing graduates.

"When We Were Kings", Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

The year was 1974 and the place was Zaire. The event was the Rumble in the Jungle. The principal characters were Muhammad Ali, Don King, and George Foreman. After nearly twenty-three years the documentary of that happening has made it to the big screen, and indeed it won the Oscar for Best Documentary of the year.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 56, Wku Student Affairs

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Articles in this issue:

• Back, Shannon. Aramark Food Service to Replace Marriott
• Lanter, Charlie. D.J. Adds Flavor to Turntables – Jon Foster
• Stamper, John. Regents Chillout on Spending
• Stamper, John. Vice President Names as Interim President – Barbara Burch
• Stamper, John. Board of Regents Closes Doors Again
• Halogen Lights Banned from Dorms
• The 1997 Marsupial Awards
• Cox, Wade. Improve Coverage
• Riley, Jason. Writer’s Guilty Feet Wander into Unchartered …

Playoffs Galore: A Great Time Of Year, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

For the sport's junkie there is no better time of year. Be it in person or on the tube this is the time for unfettered excitement at the professional sports level. Both the hockey playoffs and the NBA playoffs are underway.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 55, Wku Student Affairs

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Articles in this issue:

• Stamper, John. Sexual Orientation Clause Put on Hold
• Back, Shannon. Seven Employees Have 90 Days to Work – Printing Services
• Mains, Brian. Special Day for Olympians
• Brewer, Jerry. Old School Days Relived – Delta Spencer, Class of 1929 (CHS)
• Leonard, Kim. Pay Between Genders Not Equal at Western
• Stamper, John. Department Receives $200,000 Endowment – Engineering Technology
• Stamper, John. President’s Salary, Benefits Reviewed
• A …

Title Ix, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

How many more times will the courts need to rule before university athletic administrators and presidents finally understand that Title IX really does mean that men's and women's sport must be dealt with on an equal basis? This, in effect, is what has been said for the fifth time by the courts, when The Supreme Court this week refused to hear the appeal by Brown University of a lower court ruling of last November.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 54, Wku Student Affairs

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Articles in this issue:

• Leonard, Kim & John Stamper. Student Fees May Rise $25 for Computers
• Batcheldor, Matt. Keith Coffman Takes Charge – Student Government Association
• Back, Shannon. Food Service Contract Still Undecided
• Back, Shannon. Finance Committee Closes Meeting Door
• Batcheldor, Matt. New Student Government Association President Maps Upcoming Term
• Equality in Scholarships Vital
• Back, Shannon. Family Ties More Important Than College
• Craig, Ryan. Springtime Causes Fever-ish Ailments …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 53, Wku Student Affairs

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Articles in this issue:

• Batcheldor, Matt. New Student Government Association Officers to be Elected Today
• Mains, Brian. Miss Black Western Spotlights Talent
• Lenz, Rebecca. Vigil Remembers Lost Lives – National Child Abuse Prevention Month
• Riley, Jason. Banshee Brings in 4,000 for Best Party of the Year
• Davis, Rochelle. Volunteers Make Neighborhood Appealing – Parker Bennett School
• Student Government Association: Send in the Clones
• Molley, Sean. Quit Complaining
• LaBelle, …

Fantasy Baseball: A Distortion Of The Game, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

I have a confession to make. I vowed I would never do it. It was just too twisted, too much of a perversion of a sacred American institution. But I did it, and I have been doing it for several years.

Tiger Woods, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

There is a character in Thomas Klise's 1974 novel, The Last Western, whose name is Willie. The young man was born in New Mexico, became a baseball pitcher with a supernatural pitch, and was of multi-racial origin. As he developed his athletic skills he quickly achieved perfection, which vaulted him into the public limelight and super stardom. Shortly the public tired of his perfection, being bored by it. He was cynically manipulated by greedy sports owners and ultimately the public turned on him.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 52, Wku Student Affairs

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Articles in this issue:

• Stamper, John. Task Force OKs Paul Patton’s Reform Plan
• Lanter, Charlie. Students Recommend Professors
• Batcheldor, Matt. Student Government Association Pass Anti-Discrimination Policy by Slim Margin
• Batcheldor, Matt. Athletic, Academic Scholarships Unequal
• Stamper, John. Board of Regents to Decide on Staff Raises
• Downtown Event to Remember Children – National Child Abuse Prevention Month
• Regents’ Rush is Big Mistake – WKU Presidential Search
• Render, Todd. Cover …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 51, Wku Student Affairs

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Articles in this issue:

• Stamper, John. Higher Education Task Force Discusses Proposal
• Lega, Stephen. Queens of the Night – Lesbian Bisexual Straight Gay Alliance
• Siria, Stephanie. Omega Psi Phi Win, Then Lose District Step Show
• Stamper, John. Thomas Meredith Explains Importance of Paul Patton’s Plan
• Regents, Student Government Association: Support Anti-Discrimination Policy Revision
• Lanter, Charlie. Some Chilling Answers to Alarm Questions
• Riley, Jason. Maturity, an Old Foe, Creeps …

Jackie Robinson, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

On Tuesday, April 15, President Clinton will go to New York and Shea Stadium for ceremonies commemorating the Fiftieth Anniversary of Jackie Robinson's breaking of the color line in major league baseball. On that date in 1947 Robinson played for the Brooklyn Dodgers in their opening day game against the Boston Braves at Ebbets Field in Brooklyn.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 50, Wku Student Affairs

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Articles in this issue:

• Back, Shannon. Radon Testing Postponed
• Back, Shannon & Mikki Olmsted. Sorority Hall Elevator Catches Fire – Meredith Hall (WKU)
• Batcheldor, Matt. Students Question Student Government Association’s Elitist Attitude, Concern
• Lenz, Rebecca. Diversity Conference Discusses Homosexuality – Lesbian Bisexual Straight Gay Alliance
• Batcheldor, Matt. Student Government Association: Include Gays in Western’s Anti-Discrimination Policy
• A Heavenly Plan from Registrar
• Stephens, Julie. Thanks for Concern
• Poullous, Jennifer. …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 49, Wku Student Affairs

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Articles in this issue:

• Pretrial Postponed Because of Psychiatric Evaluation – Ray Biggerstaff
• Olmsted, Mikki. Two Western Employees Arrested – Eric Lindgren, Beverly Pruett
• Lynn, Kelley. Family Bluegrass Band – The New Generation Bluegrass Band, Whittinghill Family
• Batcheldor, Matt. Student Government Association Candidates Preparing for Elections
• Lanter, Charlie. Sorority’s Showcase Spotlights Western Student’s Talent – Delta Sigma Theta
• Higher Education Plan Can Work
• Brown, Karen. Returning to Church, …

Basketball Championship, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Championship games should be close and intense with the players giving every ounce of their energy and coaches struggling to adjust and readjust as the game unfolds. The only flaws in this year's struggle between the Wildcats of Kentucky and Arizona were provided by CBS which continues to be unable to identify its best announcers and commentators, and whose broadcasting crew has grown like kudzu in August.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 48, Wku Student Affairs

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Articles in this issue:

• Stamper, John. Politics Surface in Higher Education Debate
• Smith, Scheri. Preregistering for Fall 1997 Semester Pays Off for Students
• Olmsted, Mikki. Western Employee Indicted on Forgery – Michael Petruna
• Riley, Jason. Western TV Ranked Nationally for Best News
• Can Paul Patton Pull It Off? – Education Reform
• Beach, Bennie. Respect Colleagues
• Riley, Jason. Life After Being a Hate-Monger Isn’t So Bad
• Craig, Ryan. Sean …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 47, Wku Student Affairs

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• People Poll
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• Movie Reviews
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Articles in this issue:

• Back, Shannon. Student Injured Crossing Street – Fred Lucas
• Finch, Mike. Arizona Claws Past UK, 84-9
• Siria, Stephanie. Film Festival Helps Students
• Lynn, Kelley. Differences, Similarities Shown Through Music – Native Americans
• Back, Shannon. Conflict Brings WKU Women’s Alliance, Others Together
• Stop the Cycle of Abuse
• Jessup, Millie. Support These Women – WKU Women in Transition
• Batcheldor, Matt. Take Care of University Boulevard Problem …