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Texan News
J-TAC
October 23, 1997
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TASL members to present
programs on five topics
By Jin a E. DeBolt
Staff Writer
TASL members will hold five
seminars based on the information
gained from surveys conducted in
Tarleton's residence halls.
At the beginning of the semes-
ter a survey was given to resi-
, dence hall occupants.
Questions in the survey con-
cerned student needs. Students'
responses in this survey mostly
concerned relationships and fitting
in.
TASL then gave a second sur-
, ,vey. This survey was based on
the Sesame Wellness Model,
which is concerned with social,
emotional, spiritual, academic and
educational needs.
It showed that many students
were also concerned about acade-
mics.
During Phase III of TASL
members must compose a com-
munity service project, which is
required to graduate from the pro-
gram.
Phase III members Vanesa
Solsbery, Amy May and Trina
Berto decided to attempt to meet
the needs of Tarleton's students
while fulfilling their Phase III
requirement on the survey.
Phase HI members found that
the top five student needs were
more information on stress man-
agement, time management, exer-
cise and nutrition, sex in the 90s
and career development.
Solsbery, Berto and May orga-
nized five presentations to cover
each topic. Phase II members,
who are required to conduct two
presentations for their TASL
requirements, were incorporated
into t}ie program as presenters.
Students needed for "skindeep" discussion
Special to the J-TAC
The Office of Multicultural
Services will be sponsoring a "rap
session" the same day in which
several PBS stations will air the
film "Skindeep," a tale of the com-
plexities of race relations in
America today, as experienced by
a diverse group of college students.
The Office of Multicultural
Services is looking for 40 students
to watch and discuss the film over
dinner.
These participants will have the
opportunity to share their personal
feelings on race relations and
diversity in America,
Resignation, continued from page 1
Fox said that the male candidate
had corrected a mistake Kocurek
had made and that she interpreted
this as a lack of respect for her and
therefore would not serve on FRC.
Kocurek explained that the rea-
son she did not choose the male
candidate was because he made a
sexual advance toward her that
made her feel uncomfortable.
Mock confirmed that Kocurek
had spoken to her about this situa-
tion and that the male was not
asked to be on FRC.
Fox also said she was offended
that Kocurek had written racial
information on candidates' inter-
view sheets. Fox felt that some-
one's race should not have been a
part of the selection process.
Kocurek admited to writing a
person's race on an interview
sheet. She said that it was just a
description, and all of the inter-
view sheets had descriptions.
Kocurek said that she was not
prejudiced. She said if she were
prejudiced that she would not
havechosen two out of the four
African-American applicants.
In another letter to the J-TAC,
Ranae Cameron, also a member of
the SGA executive council, said "I
am personally sorry to those of
you in SGA and FRC whom I told
would know the reasons for Sara
being asked by Maria and Valerie
to resign if the matter was brought
before Student Senate."
"I feel that the students have a
right to know why she was asked
to step down from FRC chair; and
therefore, I would like to inform
you of what I know," said
Cameron.
She also explained that her rea-
sons for backing Mock and
Martinez's decision resulted from
the conflicts during the selection of
the FRC members, Kocurek's
alleged control of access to FRC
members and her absence at some
executive meetings and SGA func-
tions.
James McCutcheons, another
member of the executive council,
also claimed that Kocurek failed to
participate.
"Sara was until Monday, Oct.
20, 1997, a member of the execu-
tive council; however, she chose
not to participate in yell contest,
midnight breakfast, bonfire,
crowning of the homecoming
queen or executive council meet-
ings."
Kocurek said she did miss one
meeting prior to Oct. 7, which was
when she was asked to step down.
The other absences occurred
after she was asked to resign.
One of the meetings that
Kocurek missed was an executive,
council meeting, which is normally
held on Tuesday nights in the
SDC, that was held on Sunday at
Mock's house.
Jergins was also in attendance.
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Nov. 7 from 7-10 p.m. in the
Oscar P. To relax after the pro-
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Those interested in participating
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Multicultural Services at 968-9488
by Nov. 4.
According to McCutcheons, the
group ate dinner cooked by Mock
and discussed what they were
going to do about this issue.
He also said that Kocurek was
not informed about the meeting but
said she would not have shown up
anyway.
Both Mock and Jergins have
said that the meeting was official.
The executive members who were
not in attendance were Sara
Kocurek, Jessica Fox and Cody
Nash.
In an interview, Jergins said that
he would have handled the situa-
tion differently.
On Tuesday morning after
Kocurek resigned, Jergins asked
her to serve as the head of the
Family Weekend Committee.
When asked why he thought she
was capable to serve on this com-
mittee after being asked by Mock
and Martinez to step down, Jergins
said "It is two separate responsibil-
ities, and I don't control what
Maria Mock thinks or what she
does and she doesn't control what I
think and do,"
"I think we are all human ~ we
all want to know what the reasons
were" said Jergins.
"If you want me to be real hon-
est with you I think the truth lies
somewhere in the middle-I don't
know that the truth will ever come
out."
Counseling
"However, we did not have
enough Phase II members, so we
asked HEAT and Career Services
to help out," said Solsbery.
All presentations will be at
Oscar P, and the seminars are
open to anyone interested.The first
presentation will be on Tuesday
at 8:30 p.m. The presentation will
be on stress management, and will
be presented by Leigh Ann
Ramsey and Stephanie Dixon.
On Nov. 4 Tricha Connally
and Amy Rutledge will present on
exercise and nutrition at 8:30 p.m.
Then, on Tuesday at 8:30 p.m.,
Joe Prado and Joelle Hogg will
conduct a presentation on time
management.
HEAT will do a presentation
discussing sex in the 90s on Nov.
12 at 8:30 p.m. The last seminar
will be presented by Career
Services.
By Janet L. Trepka
Student Counseling Center
"I heard about date rape on college campuses and even knew a few people who had been involved in a
rape, but I never thought it could happen to me. I consider myself to be a responsible drinker and I could
never picture placing myself in a vulnerable position. Well, I stand corrected. One night I was visiting a
friend of the opposite sex. I honestly thought it was an innocent invitation even though I was attracted to
this person. Well, as the evening progressed we started kissing, one thing led to another, and before I even
knew what was happening we had sex. I never said I wanted to have sex. Now I am not certain what to do.
Was I raped? Was it my fault because I was flirtatious earlier in the evening? I am so embarrassed; there is
no way I could tell a soul about what happened."
This testimonial could have been given by any student, at any university, including Tarleton State
University. College-aged individuals are particularly vulnerable to sexual assault because of the emphasis
placed on socializing and being accepted by others, coupled with the belief that the university is a very safe
environment. It is believed that in 60 - 80 percent of rapes, the assailant and survivor know each other, and
of these, over half of the rapes occur while on a date. The increased use of alcohol also contributes to inci-
dents of acquaintance rape. It is important that you are aware of ways that you can protect yourself in social
situations.
When Dating can Become Dangerous...
When alcohol or other drugs blur messages, or reduce judgment and self-control.
When each person has different unstated expectations.
When one person's expectations are deliberately hidden from the other person.
When one person thinks "no" means "yes" or "maybe".
Decreasing Your Vulnerability
Be an active partner in a relationship. Decisions regarding where to meet, what to do and when to be inti-
mate should be shared.
Know your sexual intentions and limits. and state them directly. If sexual attention or advances are not
wanted, say "No" clearly and assertively, avoiding mixed messages.
Do not assume that your date will automatically know how you feel. If you are unsure about what you
want, it is okay to say so; but confirm that at least for the present time this means "No."
Trust your instincts. If you are uncomfortable or think you may be at risk, leave the situation immediately
and go to a safe place. Do not be afraid to make a scene if necessary to protect yourself.
Attend large parties with friends you can trust. Establish a plan ahead of time to "look out" for one
another. Try to leave with a group, rather than alone or with someone you don't know very well.
Reduce your consumption of alcohol. This will allow you to maintain clear thinking and will decrease the
likelihood of engaging in unwanted and/or unprotected sex. Keep in mind, if a person is drunk or unable to
give consent, having sex with that individual is rape.
If Confronted with Acquaintance Rape
Try to remain calm. Consider your options and how safe it would be to resist your attacker.
Depending on your situation, you may have no option for active resistance. But if you do, act quickly.
Try yelling, fleeing, biting or kicking to gain a chance to escape. Be realistic about your self-defense ability
in order to prevent increased injury to yourself.
Buy time with talk. Attempt to stall with conversation and look for an opportunity to escape.
Remember, giving in is not giving consent.
If You are Assaulted ,
Seek immediate help byc^^ ^pp^e f«end; Campus Police^<968-926$ after hours and oh week-
ends). your resident advisQilor a^ajje crisis center. Cross Timbers Family Services maintains a 24-hour hot-
line (1-254-965-HELP).
Before washing or cleaning up, seek medical attention at the local hospital to make certain you have no,t
been injured and to collect evidence for use if you choose to press charges.
Be patient with yourself and don't isolate yourself. It takes time to heal from an assault and to begin to
trust yourself and others again. You need good friends for support during this time.
Be a friend to yourself and seek assistance from the Student Counseling Center to help you through the
crisis and healing process. Appointments can be made in person in the Student Development Center, Room
212 or by calling 968-9044. All services are held strictly confidential as directed by law.
How to Help a Survivor of Recent Acquaintance Rape
Talk, listen, respect and be emotionally available to the survivor.
Accept what the survivor tells you and avoid questioning her/his actions or sharing how you would have
reacted in that situation.
Understand that it is not the survivor's fault and communicate this to the survivor. No one asks to be sex-
ually assaulted; no one deserves to be assaulted.
Listen nonjudgmentally. Suggest options and actions (medical, psychological and other assistance), but
let the survivor decide what action to take.
Give the survivor time to heal. Be patient and understand that the healing process takes time. Do not
expect her/him to be "over it" in a short period of time.
Assure the survivor that you will be available to provide support throughout the healing process. Do not
offer this assurance unless you are able to make the commitment.
Make certain you seek support for yourself too. Being a caring friend can be a big responsibility, do not
feel as if you have to do it alone.
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