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'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
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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
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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
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Opinions expressed in the Gamecock are
those, if signed, of the writer and, if unsigned,
of the senior editorial staff.
ercent
Columbians
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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.
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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."
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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
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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