Miami Hurricane, September 28, 1979

              By PETtR HAMM
Hurric««» SIIII Writer
A Computerized Advanced Registration System (CARS), used in many of the nation's top universities, may be implemented by UM in the near future, due to a recent move by the Administrative Management Committee.
According to Sid Weisburd. Registrar, this year's steps toward approval of the system (which has been at the proposal stage since 1972), have been quite successful.
The Administrative Management Committee has approved the request by the Registrar's office to submit a detailed proposal with a complete description of cost, available computer software vendors, and an evaluation of the time and involvement commitment needed to put the program into operation for the fall of 1981.
Weisburd said that if the computer system becomes a reality, numerous hours spent at registration would be eliminated, and an infinite number of lines would be reduced to two: the actual registration line and the payment line.
Computer terminals (like those used by airline ticket sales desks) would provide all information on class sections still open. These same terminals would "book" classes, as well as produce a bill with all financial aid payments taken into account.
An added attraction of CARS would be the fact that students could register for future semesters in advance
“Í. 4R.S is motherhood omi apple ¡tip. I don't know why anybody would hr against . . . CARS repre-st-nl a major chunge, and as such, will retjuirr a certain amount of discipline and committment from all groups in the I niversitv, as ue all will be involvedSiti Weisburd, Registrar
and be assured of a position in all classes pre-sched uled.
This means that if a class requested for the fall se
mester was closed, the student could reserve that class for the spring.
Furthermore, it would become possible for fresh-
men to be bloc-registered by mail.
According to Weisburd. the process will be "an ongoing one. We could virtually always be registering for future semesters.”
The only occasion when registration would be normal (under the current definition) would be for “mop-up" and late registration periods.
“CARS represents major change, and as such, will require a certain amount of discipline and commitment from all groups in the University, as we will all be involved," Weisburd said.
A major additional “plus” to the program will result from the uniform and easily accessible information regarding the demand for certain classes that are always overbooked or do not have adequate sections available.
According to Weisburd, the computer system will make it possible for administrators to plan ahead to provide enough class sections to meet the demand.
The system's chief drawback lies in the larger number of drop/add slips that will need processing
Weisburd's major goal, will be "the creation of central control of the registration process. We can go on doing what we have been doing for another fifty years, wasting thousands of dollars per year, but we don't have to.
"CARS is motherhood and apple pie. I don’t know why anybody would be against it,” he said.
The rough plans under study are estimated at $350.-000 for the implementation process. The organization of an implementation committee of student leaders, faculty and administrators is now being formed.
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Mexican President Portillo Receives UM Honorary Degree
By NEAL FUTLRFAS
Hurricane Staff Writer
Jose Lopez Portillo y Pacheco, President of Mexico, will accept an honorary degree from UM during a special convocation Saturday.
UM President Dr. Henry King Stanford will confer the degree, Doctor of Laws in Honoris Causa, during ceremonies beginning at 5:00 p.m. in Gusman Concert Hall. Lopez Portillo will address an audience of invited dignitaries.
This weekend’s visit by the Mexican President comes at a time of some tension between Mexico and the United States due to questions of oil and natural gas pricing policies which have yet to be resolved
At the same time, however, mutual advantages of increased cooperation in all areas are recognized by the two countries.
According to University spokespersons and organizers of the visit, the Mexican President will be honored for his "scholarly achievements and status in government and diplomacy "
Lynn Clarke, UM director of Governmental Relations, explained that with the Lopez Portillo visit to Miami comes the hope that "good relations between the Mexican people and UM can be cemented.”
"Mexico is coming into its own as a modern nation. We hope to attract students and financial support (from Mexico). In addition, we feel we can perform an educational role with our South American neighbors,” Clarke said
Clarke stated that the vast oil reserves Mexico possesses are a great boon to development prospects in that country and the region as a whole.
"I think it's great that oil has been found there. Now, with Lopez
Portillo’s leadership. Mexico has the opportunity to better themselves," Clarke said.
Dr. George Wise, director of tIM’s Center for Advanced International Studies and one of the princi-
pal initiators of the visit, said that he felt that Mexico is a very important country and that President Lopez Portillo i« an outstanding leader, "not only in this hemisphere, but also in the world.”
Wise explained that since its inception, UM has been "looking forward to relations with South America, and the idea of Pan-Americanism was an important tenet of the founders of the university."
This attitude, combined with the fact of a "tension which exists of late between" the two countries and in “view of the personal accomplishments of President Portillo as a statesman, scholar, novelist, and social philosopher," prompted Wise to recommend that UM recognize Lopez Portillo's achievements and award the degree.
Finally. President Stanford emphasized that "the visit relates dramatically to one of the original visions of the founders of the University (which was) to be a great Pan-American institution. This visit is the latest reflection of this noble ideal."
Stanford felt that the visit would increase awareness among the Mexican people of UM's international position.
"I'm very happy that our University will be presented in such a happy light to the people of Mexico," Stanford said.
Before being honored at UM on Saturday, President Lopez Portillo spoke at the United Nations yesterday and will visit with President Carter at the White House today.
President Lopez Portillo will remain in Miami for several hours and then return to Mexico Saturday night.
Faculty Steps On Athletics
By JANE L. MARCUS
N«w> Editor
At a special Faculty Senate meeting held Monday, the relationship between intercollegiate athletics and the academic programs at UM was analyzed.
Recommendations were made to UM President Henry King Stanford concerning the deficit in the athletic department
“When I found out about the half a million dollars over- budgeted in late June. I felt a benumbing sense of shock," Stanford said
"It (the decifit) indicated to me the budget, and this reflects my office and me," Stanford said
Stanford assured the faculty that a deficit of this size would not happen again.
"Dr. Harry Mallios, (athletic director), will report monthly statements to me about intercollegiate athletics and I have asked Dr. Mallios to develop a plan whereby the athletic department can be self-supporting by 1983," Stanford said
Some of the recommendations made to Stanford were:
•	Setting up a committee to look into the feasibility of having a football team.
•	Looking into former Vice President of Administration and Finance Dr. John Green's budget affairs before leaving UM.
Dr. Phyllis Franklin, associate professor of English said that there is an "unfair distribution of resources in intercollegiate athletics" compared to academics.
“It’s time for members of the University to find out the systematic mess and effects of football on students ... I ask for an appointment of a committee of faculty, administration and students to explore the matter," Franklin said.
Dr. Patrick McCarthy, associate professor, mentioned an incident where a football player was doing poorly in his class.
McCarthy said that he looked up his SAT score and it was a little over 200.
He then referred to football players as "retards."
One faculty member said. "I am not opposed to college athletics. People play football at Harvard: people don't go to Harvard to play football. That's the difference here at UM."
Dr. Eugene Clasby said that UM Football Coach Howard Schnellen-berger and Athletic Director Harry Mallios were invited “to attend twice, but obviously are not here."
However. Schnellenberger attends a players and coaches' meeting every day from 2:30 until 3:30 p.m and then spends the remainder of the day on the field.
The faculty senate meeting was held at 3 p.m.
Stanford commented on Building 36, in which the football players are housed.
"It's (Building 36) not the luxurious facility it is described as being." Stanford said
According to Stanford. Building 36 is the first step towards rehabilitating the residence halls area.
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Tuition I ouchers
By LORI BARRIST
n#wj Editor
Freshmen who are Florida residents and have graduated from a Florida high school in the past year are eligible for a $750 tuition voucher. However, all freshmen must applv for the award bv Oct 15.
A bill signed by Florida Governor Bob Graham provides tuition benefits to all 1979 high school graduates planning to attend a private college or university in the state of Florida.
The purpose of the bill is to provide aid to those battling the spiralling cost of a private education.
Students who qualify will receive $375 per semester as long as they remain at UM and continue to make satisfactory academic progress.
All incoming freshmen, beginning with the class of '83. are eligible. So if you're a freshmen now. get a tuition voucher application today in the lower lounge of the Student Union or stop by the financial aid office located in Building 37K.
"Those freshmen students who have already paid their tuition can get a refund of the amount." Ronald Hammond, director of Financial Aid. said
The amount of the award depends on whether or not you are presently on financial aid
"It is conceivable that in some situations financial aid students may not get the tuition voucher." Jack Agget, director of Student Loans, said.
The award is not based on need or merit. So. if you're a Florida resident and have graduated from high school after July 31. 1979. then apply for the voucher in Building 37K before Oct. 15.
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On the Inside
Members of the University of Miami community respond to Ken Chun's column "In Furtherance of the Subject Theft, which appeared in last Tuesday's issue of the Hurri-cane.Other's Views....Pages 4 & 5
Robberies At UM's BooK^tore Down ............Page 3
Point &• Counterpoint On The Stadium.........Page 4
What Happening at UM's Lowe Museum...........Page 6
Jeremy Lang Describes A Briton's'' Life______Page fl
Hurricanes Set To Face Louisiana ..........Page 10
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