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"l2p of vounff C J o 'problem There's nothing wrong with ha^ fact, drinking can be a great forn especially at USC where many s situations. But what about those p< daily booze?whether it be beer, w SOME SAY a great emphasis is ties, "getting loaded " and the all right. Statistics are proving no\ pastt ime is turning into a real prol A shocking 2,580 Columbians b treated for alcoholism last year. 1 realize the figure doesn't include p for help. One can only guess. Experts estimate that only one-t seek outside advice and counseling USC is an ideal place to become c n nn.t.. * ~ ..4* 1 11-. f-! 1- ? a (iai \.y iu ducnu, ubuany inenas I claim somewhere near campus. Statistics aren't always easy to become involved in alcohol-relatec they happen. One of the most tra received permanent brain dama collided with another vehicle near < The student in the passenger st seat") received only minor injui toxicated at the time, received only MIMI PAKROTT, director of th< an estimated 8,000 persons in their related automobile accidents this crippled or deformed for life. The saddest thing about problem According to some statistics, 12 pc 19 have a "serious drinking prob higher, according to calculation Control Commission. According to Sarah Friedman, a fnr hflnino a nrnhlpm Hrinlror ic ?-?/ ear. THE KEY QUESTION to ask is for those susceptible to alcohol?" longer under parental bonds. Ho^ Studies have proven problem drin! family and parents who encountere Also, there are peers to enjoy a c Trying them all at least once see while. USC'S CAMPUS ALCOHOL Proj Alcohol and Drug Abuse do not fav< Learning to reasonably make de stressed. Experts have found that ages II pace for drinking patterns in late appropriately called "the critical p Cjamecock Founded 1 908 Tom Travis Editor in Chief Brian Duncan Copy Desk Chief Michael Gooding News Editor Brett Friedlander Sports Editor James Rokosny Entertainment Editor Robert Ariail Graphics Editor Janet Gibson Editorial Page Editor Cylinda Calvert Wire Editor Mark Platte Assistant News Editor d;^waii e ? ? r Uivvo . nBsiaiom tuuyi Jeffrey Charney . Assistant Entertainment Ed. Carl Babcock Graduate Assistant Anthony Gray Advertising Manager Bill Outlaw General Manager William Tinsley . . Production Manager Mark Ethridge Jr Adviser Newsroom: 777-7181 Advertising: 7 77 4249 Business Office: 777 3888 Sole reproduction rights granted to the Associated Press. All other material contained herein may not foe reprinted without the f/uillll J31UM ui (MU OUI\UI Opinions expressed in the Gamecock are those, if signed, of the writer and, if unsigned, of the senior editorial staff. ercent Columbians _1 > aruiKers zing a drink. Or two. As a matter of 1 of entertainment or relaxation, and tudents find themselves in stressful arsons who become dependent on that ine or liquor. > placed at USC on keg and P.J. partoo-common weekend drunk. They're v more than ever that this casual t)lem. etween the ages of 18 and 24 were The figure sounds high, but one must ersons who have not (or will not) ask hird of the nation's problem drinkers lependent on alcohol. There is always 0 drink with, or an empty bar stool to obtain concerning USC students who 1 automobile accidents, but of course, gic was last March. A USC student ge when the car he was riding in :ampus. iat (often referred to as the "death "ies. The driver of the vehicle, inr minor scratches and bruises. a I mr rnmnnc A lnnhrvl Prninot eoi/< ~ -www illVVIIUI A IV/JVVl, OU1U teens to early 20s will die in alcoholyear. Approximately 40,000 will be drinkers is most will never admit it. srcent of Columbians between 15 and lem." The figure is actually much s by the S C. Alcoholic Beverage counselor at ABC, the best approach confront him and offer a sympathetic , "Why is college a breeding ground A big factor for many is they are no vever, this is not always the case, kers are very likely to come from a d alcohol abuse. Irink with and an abundance of bars, ms to be a good idea, at least for a ect and even the S.C. Commission on >r a policy of total alcohol abstention, cisions and face responsibility are B to 22 will more than likely set the r life. For this reason, this time is eriod." Opinion Letters The (Jamecock welcomes letters from its readers. 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Columns must be signed with correct name, address, telephone, major and class standing or faculty position Address columns to (Juest Column, The Gamecock. Drawer A. USC. Columbia. S C 2920S ' kiAiK .. ^ .. -:? .:? =ii , ,. V . ' :$ ,-^ - * ; w * - ^ ;. v : \ ^J|Pt . - Nx^> " ^s>- ^ ^ .l^.|v " - # \^^niSt3f| S% > jry?^s;"'**^**^ii? i ii -* ?*** -[?-Vv^y Housing To the Editor: Not many people get an 11 percent salary increase every yxzcti. ucopiic liiir> iULi, i cih guus up and up and up. I live at Cliff Apartments (married student housing), and like Friday's angered resident, I have experienced the same rate increases during my stay. During the fall and winter months, temperatures in my onebedroom apartment range from 75 to 80 degrees. I have complained to the housing office, but they say Younger s morals d To the Editor: I am writing in concern for th country, specifically that of the y< years, with the many technologica and our philosophies have changes asking is, "Has the world changed us. Societies' moral nrohlems have - ? I ? seems as though the things our pai as drinking, driving, working, smc are doing in our teens ? or ever virtually being born into adulthood The pressure seems unbearabh engine, there has to be some releas occur. Some of the steam has begui We have rising crime, alcoholi tension and use of alcohol and druf Future generations will die of old a We should find an answer to th then we'd better party like hell unti Band has To the Editor: We are highly disappointed that the USC Pep Band has suddenly lost its "pep." It is our understanding that the band's purpose at Gamecock basketball games is to stimulate crowd participation. The use of signs, cheers and vocal response helps Jf; t^Mb, Letters & problems w there is nothing they can do about it. So when it is freezing outside, I simply open my windows. Precious energy is going right out the window. Similarly, during the spring and summer, when temperatures are around 65 degrees outside, I again open the windows. Since we in married student housing pay for our own phones (including the installation fee and deposit), we absorb any telephone rate increases. Also, I do not think vandalism is a big problem here. That leaves ;eneration's e grading le morality of the people in this ounger generation. In the past 20 1 advances, our minds, our bodies 1 What a lot of people seem to be j for the good?" It might be killing ! t been around frj* a long time. It route worn Hnino in thoir 9(k cim'n )king and sexual relationships, we i at an earlier age. Children are i to many, and just like a steam >e in pressure or an explosion may n to leak out. ism and drug abuse. The hyper- j is in the future will be unbearable, ge before they reach puberty, e problem. If there is no answer, il we release the pressure. Craig Metts biology freshman ? IB I ! lost 'pep' generate spirit among the fans. We appreciate the fine musicianship of the pep band, but \ after Monday night's game, we nope we can gel our oia pep band back before the Marquette game. Concerned (iameeock fans Names withheld upon request Lresolved water ? how much water can two people use? Certainly not $20 a month. Our laundry room is another Droblem. Rieht now. this nine-floor building, has three washing machines in working condition. Four are out of order and have been for quite some time. Deborah C. Christopher computer science junior Student gives pitch for humanity To the Editor: I want to give my pitch for humanity. I recently volunteered to be a "big brother." I wanted to do something useful with my spare time ? the time that I waste. I feel much better helping others less fortunate than me. I wish more people would do the same. Carolina's campus is at present the victim of a lot of people with time on their hands and not using it wisely. Some examples of this are: a "reflection pool" with just about everything one could name thrown into it, including benches that should be sitting around the pool; broken dorm windows; toilet paper hanging from trees and bushes almost every Monday morning' and many others too numerous to mention. Big brothers and sisters are in need, especially "big brothers." If you feel you can help, please do. Name withheld upon request