Miami Hurricane, April 22, 1980

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Volume 57, Number 51
Tuesday, April 22, 1980
Phone 284-4401
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President Reflects On University Growth
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By JANE L. MARCUS
Editor-ln-Chitf
It was 18 years ago and the Board of Trustees’ search for a new president had dragged on longer than anyone had expected.
I.ike an historic wheel, the Hurricane was informed by those who remember Dr. Henry King Stanford's election as UM president, that the faculty, administration and trustees were divided over a candidate. The search came on the heels of a campaign waged by the then executive vice president for the position as president.
Within 24 hours of Stanford's visit to the UM campus, he was elected president. The search had
gone on for too long and the University needed a president.
"They were desperatP,” Stanford said. The University’s president. Jay E. W. Pearson, had been promoted to chancellor, and the post of UM President had to be filled.
Stanford said he was in Miami for 24 hours and that as he was running out of his hotel to catch his plane home, Dan Mahoney, chairman of the Board of Trustees and Miami News publisher, was the first to congratulate him. Mahoney swore the trustees to secrecy until Stanford could talk it over with his wife and make a decision. The next morning, though, the Miami News came out with the story of UM's
“/ would rather leave when the people want me to stay, than to stay so long that people would want me to leave ,.. (but) if the Hoard of Trustees are unable to pick a successor — I don't know if that's the case — and the Trustees ask me to stay. I'd give it serious consideration."
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Sta nf orci Looking Hack At 18 Years Of Progress
new president.
Now, 18 years later, Stanford, who is 64 today, is set to retire this May. However, the University may not have a new president at that time and the search process may stagger as it did before.
Stanford explains his decision to leave the Miami area with his wife as a decision “we both arrived at independently. (We decided that) when I was no longer president — I wouldn’t live full-time in the Miami area.
"I have been in the spotlight for so long that I believe it best that all attention be directed to a new president (and) 1 don't want to look over the shoulder of a new president,” Stanford said.
When Stanford went to a reunion in 1975 of Georgia Southwestern College, where he was president from 1948-1950, he noticed a magnificent, 153-year-old Greek revival cottage in Americus, Georgia, and persuaded the owners to sell. "It’s going to be our headquarters,” he said.
"However, Mrs. Stanford doesn’t think I'll be there long enough to cut the grass.
“I’ll leave (UM) with a big lump in my throat, but I will come back every now and then. We have many friends in Georgia and Alabama and it would be better for the University and me to leave when I’m no longer president ... It (Georgia) would be the best place to go be-
cause of the personal ties,” Stanford said.
Although Stanford and his wife are all set to move in June, there is a possibility that a new president will not be selected by that time.
And Stanford said that “if the Board of Trustees are unable to pick a successor — I don’t know if that's the case — and the Trustees ask me to stay, I’d give it serious consideration.” ’
Stanford said that someone asked him how he could leave UM in a lurch. He said, remembering the condition of UM when he first arrived 18 years ago, “Well, that's how I found it."
Being this close to retirement, there are many decisions that Stanford could not make this year, which would be more appropriately made by the new president. (Some use the term Lame-Duck).
“Whenever the announcement is made that the trustees will seek a new president, a goodly amount of uncertainty and instability begin to permeate a University's operations.
"Frankly, I have deferred making some decisions for it seemed fitting that my successor make those decisions,” Stanford said.
"If I stay. I’d try to act as if I was going to be here forever."
When Stanford first came to UM, he was enthuastic about UM for several reasons. "First, because of what had been accomplished in making it survive and progress.
Ethics Code To St ress * Consistency
By CATHERINE HICKEY
Hurrican* Staff Writar
The new University-wide Code of Academic Ethics, which will soon be proposed by the Faculty Senate's Student-Faculty Relations Committee, sets consistent rules and regulations for students to follow.
According to the chairman of the committee, Dr. Ronald Neuman, who is also head of the Freshman English Program, the new code will provide for "consistency (in regulations and penalties) throughout the institution and for rigorous standards of excellence.”
Neuman said that in the past each school had developed its own code of ethics which resulted in a lack of uniformity. The provost’s office, was becoming concerned about the consistency of the most severe penalties — suspension and expulsion — from both the educational and the legal perspective.	1
The Faculty Senate Student Rela-‘ tions Committee has been hard at{ work on the new code, even during the summer months when the mem-« bers were not on contract, according to Neuman. He said that they* sifted through the codes of “18 dif-
ferent institutions and those of all undergraduate schools of the University."	.
The code which was finally used as a basis for the new document was from UM's School of Engineering and Architecture. "It was the most responsible, most sophisticated code that we considered. It had the right pedagogical spirit of a code of ethics, the right concern for excellence, and the right concern for due process and equal protection for the students," Neuman said
Two members of the committee, John Stevens and Jerry Catz, are from SF.A; they have been especially helpful in putting together the new code. Some other members of the committee are Bill Sheeder from -Student Affairs, Malcolm Kahn from the Guidance Center, and Sharon Garman from SASC.
Neuman said, "The committee is a very idealistic group of people — people who are very committed to their professions, to the institution and to the students. What we would like the students to feel is that this instrument, this document, will not only protect their rights if they happen to go astray, but, equally important, it will protect the reputation of the degrees that we award
and of the honest students that earn them.
“We.have made certain that even
in the least time-consuming assessment of penalties by teachers without going through the formalities of a hearing, consultation and written record is required. Penalties cannot be whimsical and arbitrary.”
Neuman released a tentative draft of the Code which he says is very close to what the committee will be recommending; although, at this time it is not in its complete and polished form.
This draft states the objectives of the Code, violations, disciplinary procedures, the manner of notifying involved parties of charges, the way to answer charges, how the Ethics Board is selected, hearing procedures, appeals procedures, penalties and how they are assigned. According to the draft, an accurate written record will be made of each step in the process following an alleged violation, With the exception of the hearing deliberations themselves. "A tape recording of each hearing will be maintained by the executive secretary for possible mitigation of penalty and possible appellate action, and shall be destroyed immediately after both pos-
UM’s Budgetary Problems Result Of Energy Woes

By ANDREW CAPONE
Hurrican* Staff Writar
With tuition slated to increase a staggering $500 next year, at least $100 of which is attributable to skyrocketing energy costs, the question arises: What is the University doing to conserve energy? According to Oliver Bonnert, UM’s business manager, the answer is: Quite a bit.
Basically, the administration faces the monumental task of heating and cooling the multitude of buildings on campus, running the vast amount of electrical equipment used, and fueling a fleet of vehicles needed in day to day operations: all while remaining within budgetary constraints. Unrealistic budgetary constraints are what plagued UM this year.
“We budgeted approximately $4.2 million for energy costs last year, based upon an anticipated 11 percent increase in rates for the year,” Bonnert said.
"However, our costs Increased more than 25 percent last year, leaving a large deficit. This year, costs are anticipated to increase another 12 to 15 percent, and our allocation for energy is $6 million. Barring any drastic changes in the world energy market,we should be right on target.
"Since we have no control over the unit price of energy, the University must practice conservation in order to keep our costs down," Bonnert said.
Now. the thought of energy conservation in conjunction with the air conditioning in the Memorial Classroom Bui'ding probably jams
News Analysis
up in the frontal lobes of many UM students who have shivered their way through some classes, while enjoying involuntary saunas in others. But even this notorious edifice is in line for some energy conscious improvements.
Central air conditioning is being installed, which in addition to being more energy efficient than the antediluvian units now in operation, will be much quieter. Window tinting and additional insulation will also be installed on all existing and proposed buildings.
In December, the University launched an ambitious computerized energy conservation system. Most of the major buildings on campus are tied into a “Central Scruti-nizer" computer which monitors energy usage, starting, stopping, and controlling vast arrays of elec-
trical equipment. By cutting electricity usage during peak rate periods, and unnecessary usage, substantial savings may be realized.
Even more ambitious, exciting (and expensive), are the long range plans being formulated by Raphael Ross and the energy conservation unit of Physical Plant. Such radical ideas as solar heating and on campus energy generation are being mentioned for the future.
But for now, the UM community, especially the students, must swallow the bitter pill of staggering energy costs and yearly tuition hikes while utilizing facilities designed in the days of cheap energy. Only the continued cooperation of students, faculty and administration, along with strategic advances in the field of energy conservation will enable us to win the battle.
Second. I liked the location and third, I thought it was possible to raise funds for the University," he said and added, “Never for one moment have I been disappointed that I came.”
During the past 18 years the University has not only grown academically, but the campus has also grown. When Stanford first arrived at UM, the Otto Richter Library was being completed. The 1968, 960 and Pearson dorms were not built. The Rathskeller, the Computer Center, and the Science Building were not yet constructed. And the construction of the Business School was not even envisioned.
As he looks back on his years as president, he sees “certain developments of which I am proud — the growing research program, distinction that has come to a number of schools and academic programs, the improved quality of students and the increasing financial support from alumni, corporations, and foundations.”
With the search for a new president in progress, many have asked Stanford to stay until 1981 — the scheduled retirement date. But Stanford seems unsure whether he should stay if the University cannot find a replacement.
“I would rather leave when the people want me to stay, than to stay so long that people would want me to leave.
"I've thought a great deal about
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that — it’s time for young people to take over ...”
This Friday night, there will be a $150 a plate testimonial dinner at the Omni International Hotel for Stanford. More than 1,000 people are expected. The hosts will include TV personalities Ralph Renick, Wayne F’ariss, Larry Klaas and Ann Bishop,
sibilities have been realized or decided against."
Violations of the Ethics Code
cited by the draft aTe.
"1. Possessing, obtaining, or giving unauthorized information prior to. or during, an examination.
"2. Plagiarizing material in assigned work such as homework problems, laboratory reports, technical papers and reports, workbooks, themes, and studies.
"3. Providing false information on academically related matters, either orally or in writing, to any agency of the University or any outside agency.
“4. Having someone impersonate a student in an examination, or effecting such impersonation.
“5. Violating the professional ethics obtained in clinical activities, research projects, and internships, as defined by the various schools.”
Penalties for a first offense must include:
“a. The formal written reprimand
"b. At least failure on the scholastic project involved.”
The draft recommends that the penalties, in addition, include more than the failure of one scholastic project. It suggests a selection from the following:
“a. The requirement to drop the
course
“b. The requirement to finish the course
"c. Extra course work
“d. The reduction of the course grade
"e. F’ailure in the course
On first offenses, the teacher of the accused student will usually decide the penalty after consultation with the proper department chairperson or designee. A student can appeal the decision to the appropriate dean. "The dean may either summarily confirm the teacher's decision or recommend the Ethics Board procedure,” which is explained in another section of the draft.
The penalties imposed on a student.who has either admitted guilt See NEUMAN Page 3
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Stan ford Should Stax
By JANE L. MARCUS
Editor-ln>Chi*f
The Executive Cabinet of the Undergraduate Student Body Government (USBG) unanimously passed a recommendation to the Board of Trustees asking that UM President Henry King Stanford remain as President for at least one more year.
According to USBG President Paul Novack, he wrote a letter to
Stuart t-atton. chairman of the SaarcVa Committee, to Inlorrrt Him of
the cabinet's recommendation.
“The cabinet’s recommendation should be brought up at the trustees’ next meeting," Novack said.
In the letter the two motions are:
“The Executive Cabinet of USBG hereby urge the University of Miami’s Board of Trustees to request
of Dr. Henry King Stanford that he remain as President of the University of Miami for at least one more year as the search for a Presidential successor continues.
"Dr. Stanford certainly has the ability to provide the strong leadership that will be necessary, and it would, in our opinion, be quite detrimental to the University if such a request were avoided or refused by the Board. Even a delay would worsen the current situation; the University needs to be put back on
a directed track..“	1
The trustees will review this ree-
ommendation at their meeting today. They will also decide on the recommendation, made by the Search and Selection Committee and the Consultive Committee, asking that Provost Clyde Wingfield not be considered a candidate for the UM Presidency.
USBG Hosts
Seniors’ Days
By CHUCK RABIN
Hurrican* Staff Writar
The University of Miami to thank all its graduating with "Senior Appreciation
which will Friday.
wishes seniors Days," be held Thursday and
The two days of festivities will include a banquet and many free social gatherings "to show the graduating seniors our thanks for putting four years of their lives into our school,” said Jose Padilla, senior class senator.
F'estivities will begin with a free steak dinner banquet for seniors, Thursday, at 6 p.m.. in the private room of the Ibis Cafeteria.
A 20 percent discount will be given to all graduating seniors who wish to buy UM items in the bookstore during these two days. Also, there will be. a Student Union Open House which includes free bowling, billiards and swimming.
Tickets to shows at the Ring Theater and in the community will be given away to graduating seniors
during Appreciation Days.
Friday, the first annual Senior Night Happy Hour at the Rathskeller will be held, free tickets for beer will be distributed.
The UM Program Council has booked a band to appear on the patio on April 25 at 12 noon, refreshments will be served.
All graduating seniors who wish to participate in the Senior Appreciation days must present their UM I D. to pick up tickets in the Undergraduate Student Body Government (USBG) Office, in Room 240 of the Student Union on Monday.
Available tickets are limited and will be handed out on a first come, first served basis.
"The University should do something for its graduating seniors, hopefully this will become a tradition. Next year we hope to have a full week of activities,” said Lourdes Wolf, senior senator and president of the Federation of Cuban Students.
For more information contact the USBG Office at X3082.
Ex-Teacher n Pulitzer
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Students can pick up an Ibis yearbook between 10 a m. and 4 p.m. today, tomorrow and Thura-
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day at the Rock by the Student Union. Yearbooks are free to all UM Students with a valid I.D.
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By ANDREW CAPONE
Hurrican* Staff Writ*r
Donald R. Justice, a UM graduate and former faculty member, won the Pulitzer Prize last Monday for his 1979 book. Selected Poems."
“It’s quite an honor, and I’m very pleased,” Justice said from his home in Iowa City.
Justice has been called one of our finest poets by the Pulitzer Prize judges. UM English professor Larry Donovan, a former classmate of Justice said, "Frankly, he was long overdue.”
Justice, now a professor of English at the University of Iowa, was born in Miami in 1925, and taught English here from 1948 to 1951. Many of his works harken back to his youth in Miami.
"He lives in the past. That’s the strength of his poetry." Donovan said. “His feelings for Miami are still very strong, as many of his friends are still here.”
However, after visiting Miami recently. Justice had mixed emotions about his old home town. “Some of the changes are very nice, but others have wiped out scenes that I remember very fondly," said the poet. "The banks seem to be taking over downtown.”
Also a bit upsetting to Justice was the fact that there were no copies of his book for sale in any nearby bookstores, including the University's own.
The prize-winning poet gave a two-hour reading of his poems at UM last Thursday. It was attended by over 100 students, faculty and guests.
"He read in a very soft voice, taking everyone along with him into the nostalgia of his poetry." Donovan said.