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Features 6 ^ Wednesday, September 24, 1986 "We are people of the wor USC professc By KATHRYN JEFFRIES Assistant features editor USC poet-in-rcsidence James Dickey smiled as he autographed copies of his new book, Bronwen, the Traw and the ShapeShifter, at the University Bookstore. Although he uses children as heroes in his poetry, older students and adults also came to meet him in person. In addition to having three more books due to be published this year, Dickey teaches two English classes at USC. "I teach people who want to write ' ' fik pi (JSC poatin-residance Jamas Dickey autographs his J ^ S (e ^ ^ 11 i j I | ? ? Don't hide under Show off your loyal Carolin< you've worked so long to ache If you're the type of fan wh< wiieii nines are ruuyn, we wan from you. The Features section wants are the biggest USC fans arou use interviews of these fans fo upcoming story. If you or a friend is a USC write to the Features editor c/ Gamecock, Drawer A, Russell USC 29208 and give us a tip. you in the paper. GO COC1 i ds. " ?James Dickey ir autographs poetry," he said. Dickey has both a bachelor's and a master's degree in English, nine honorary degrees, and has served as Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress for two y cm 5. He was born in Atlanta on Groundhog Day, 1923. Dickcy joined the Air Force during World War II and served again in the Korean War. Between his military service, Dickcy earned degrees from Vanderbilt University and taught at Rice University in Houston. ( y4^jS ^ BH THOMAS HUMPHREY/lhe Gamecock newest book at the University Bookstore. Deadline for homi I Those wishing to pa Homecoming events s \ t l'ie following ap \ ^ deadlines. / i Homecoming Qu< forms must be turnc L \ p.m. Friday, Oct. ^ \ \ Russell House baseme fegiarafrSv Organizations wishi displays should ret j agj forms by 5 p.m. Frids TV\ group must re |\nI^w ^orms to l^e Campu: v \ Center anC* W'^ a $1 \ and $50 deposit. Refe \ v?j or suggestions to Lai ?yl y fr) Copj o & ir ' Thos a 9* 7 i spirit that V ^%X ^ TH ) hangs in > i it to hear I yy a tins on who V ? nd. Well |?HHnnH8i ran I (||| "Ni FANATIC, | $20.00 o The | Twic, House, I i Hope to see J C0LUM | Colu KS! new book After the Korean war, Dickey received a r.tu...Au:^ i * otrrvuficrtr itiiuwiiiip unu wcill IU Europe to write. Upon return to the U.S., he taught at the University of Florida and later worked in advertising for five years. Dickey's first book, Into The Stone and Other Poems, was published in 1960. He then received a Guggenheim fellowship, traveling to southern Italy to write. Dickey taught at Reed College in Oregon after his return to the United States. He has written 25 books, 15 of which are hardbacks. Some of these are Tucky The Hunter, Jericho ? The South Beheld, The Strength of Fields, Buckdancer's Choice, and Intervisions. mis oniy novei nas oeen ueuverance; ne also wrote the screenplay and acted in the 1972 movie. He is now writing Alnilam, a novel about "a blind man and airplanes," he said. Dickey's plans for the future include "writing, living and taking care of my people." Like some writers, he says he reads a lot. "We are people of the words. We like words just as a musician likes music." English graduate student Gorden Van Ness did his thesis on Dickey and is now completing his dissertation on the author. He said of Dickey, "He goes out of his way, I think, to make people feel comfortable in his poetry writing classes." English graduate student Randy Fischer said, "Mr. Dickey is a great presence. It's hard to define. It's the kind of quality that makes a movie star the focus of attention no matter who else is on the screen at the same time." He added, "He is a superb teacher," and talked about Dickey's classroom antics. "What other teacher comes to class in a stetson?" he asked. One indication of Dickey's influence on modern literature is that he is one of only two poets in this century commissioned to write a poem and read it aloud at a presidential inauguration. He read at President Jim ? : ? my v-uiici s maugurauun. When asked why he teaches, Dickey responded, "Because I enjoy it. I earn a living talking about the things I would be talking about anyway." is are announced ecomina events w irticipate in at 777-5780. hould note Carolina Carnival entry forms plication should also be sent to the Campus Activities Center by 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10. Questions een entry should be directed to Katherine d in by 5 Morgan or Bill Perry at 777-5780. 3., at the nt. Finally, those participants in the 16th annual COCKFEST ng to build should mail entry forms by Sunurn entry day Sept. 26. Mail applications iv rw in tn- Q<no V-'Vl. IV. IV. 1-.U A , LJUA A JUkJ I turn entry USC, Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, s Activities Questions should be directed to 5 entry fee Robert Strauss at 787-5356 in the r questions evening or Novella Fortner at irie Carson 777-5780. 7 editors' meeting t ill Ck n Aii7oi*AATin I tliv 11V VV Ol le interested in co] c?Campion &arfi E FUN PLACE TO LIVE -2-3 BR GARDEN APARTMENTS ( ALL ADULT lip This Ad For A Free Rent Special ^ 4427 BLOSSOM ST. 782-fifi26 eed Extra Cash" On First Donation e A Week Donation IP <P ?P BIA PLASMA CENTER 1916 Taylor Street mbia, South Carolina 29201 Phone 254-6683 ijT_ I 3PEN 7:00 AM <38 | tig this Coupon with you" I / I ?By Tom Daryl Hall, Three Hearts In the Happy Ending Machine, RCA label Probably one of the best Hall and Oates (oops!) albums out in the last few years. Very good production in the best tradition of pop music, and just about every tnnp is rarlin-r#?nHv u/hat'c thf? difference? How can you tell if the m oust ached one isn't around? For some unknown reason, Hall (without Oates) has turned up the guitars on this album; however, his partner has always been portrayed with the guitar. Why? I would think that there would be more of a synthesizer presence on this album, but I I hear GUITARS ? lots of guitars. Some real rockers include the discordant "Next Step" and a foot stomper, "Let It Out." 1 found the ethereal "What's Gonna Happen " the best track on the album. The uncertain beat with the echoing sitar in the background is a good backdrop to the story of uncertain events in a war-torn country. I was disappointed because there isn't one track on this album that couldn't be done in the context of Hall and Oates. On a solo album, you usually listen closely to both the music and the lyrics to see what differences the artist has away from the group, but I find nothing different ? except louder guitars ? on this offering from Hall sans Oates. Paul Simon, Graceland, Warner Brothers label This album blows away any preconceived notions about Rhymin* Simon. Recorded mostly in Johannesburg, South Africa I Independent I 4 gives anerna By KATHRYN JEFFRIES Assistant features editor A new organization on cam students who do not wish to go th Gamma Delta lota encourages dependence according to presidei The group has 15 members anc was founded by Kunz and vicegeneral Edwin Fountain said he ' GDI is a newly-licensed studenl females. "We are not anti-frat " Fnunt One of the features of GDI is pay dues. Plans for this year are open, underprivileged children in the c For more information on GDI Nolan at 777-7103. 4 to 5 p.m. W Russell Hous py editing are ) iu> > no ) Celebr I Freedoi jj Septembe Don't tal Amendmen IFor more infoi library o ! Don't foraet to turn in Prizes will I i For more information call J Csc" mm univ i mw boob "Your Partr dwine views - i Redwine with native black musicians, this album tears up all the rules and leaves 'em in the dust. As an artist who has distinguished himself as a modern poet since the days of Simon and Ciarfunkcl, his lyrics are classic Simon: iai< . of cveiyday life, misbegotten love, and rtll A I A ? 1. I UaUv> WC ctll 111 UM II ?VC! IU I vclV.ll ^ the end of the day. The addition of the African singers on "Diamonds On the Soles of Her Shoes" adds a depth that is expanded in "Homeless," an acapella offering, featuring a good amount of the lyrics sung in Zulu. I have no idea what they sang, but they sang it beautifully. Graceland contains many other gems, both lyrically and musically, in songs such as "I Know What 1 Know," "Under African Skies." and the tiflp Irark There isn't a wasted track on this whole album. Not all of this album was recorded in South Africa. Two tracks were given to hands closer to home. Los Lobos, an cast L.A. band that has gathered a lot of attention from their first album, is featured on "All Around the World;" and Good Rockin' Dopsie and the Twisters (no relation to Dee Snider), a Zydeco band from Louisiana, is featured in "That Was Your Mother." K1 * : a il._ I. r inui jusi iiic comoinauon t>i the native musicians and wellwritten lyrics but the uplifting and optimistic mood of this album is making it one of the best albums of the year; a spiritual feeling that you can't miss. I recommend Grace/and highly for your Walkthing's diet. Tap your toes, swing your arms and bounce along with Paul. . . student club tive to rush pus provides an alternative (o irough sorority or fraternity rush. > individualism, integrity and in- ^ it and co-founder, Terry Kunz. i hopes to increase, Kunz said. It president Matt Gcntil. Secretary >vrote the constitution. t organization for both males and ain said. that members are not required to but may include working with :ommunity, Kunz said. [, contact faculty advisor Patrick ? ? :? ednesday ;e 321. welcome. I IKS EEK wmmmmammmmmmmmmmmmmmm afing the m to Read r 20-27, 1986 ce the First it for granted! ^ rmation visit your r hooker*!-#* your essays Oct. 3rd. le awarded. Winifred King 777 7430 ersity faai istorki [mm ier in Education" m, ?