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Sports ! Friday, October 2,1987; -Page 17- Scholarship program aids athletes ByMiheWise Sports Writer ' Remember Kevin Ross, the. University basketball r* pushed through four years of college but never learned to read? Ears were bent and eyebrows raised in both academic and athletic circles. More student-athlete horror stories sur¬ faced Even today, the events surrounding Ross1 story and others have clouded what the public perceives as a stud?nt athlete. Are" universities using athletes as if they bought them at an auction with rings in their noses? Or do they feel responsibility toward those individuals' pursuit of education? "Even if they make it, they're^ not going to be there very/ long. Athletes have^o-toe keenly aware that the brain lasts longer than the body." Robert Knudsen, Director of Academic Services 'Tor Student-Athletes Whatever the case nationally, Fresno State has taken a step in the right direction. The fifth-year scholarship program — designed 16 financially assist those student-athletes who are a year or less away from earning their .bachelor's degree but have used up their eligibility — is now in its first year at FSU. On the surface, the program will cost the FSU athletic department $85,000, give 46 student-athletes a hand in ear¬ ning their degrees, and provide FSU athletics with another recruiting tool. But to FSU Athletic Director Gary Cunningham, the person responsible for ' riBtituting the program, it is more. "We feel we are fulfilling our re¬ sponsibility to our student-athletes," Cunningham said "Getting a degree is so important. It opens a lot of doors later in life. Very few athletes graduate in four years. * ,/ As long as the funds are available, it 4s our responsibility to increase the gra¬ duation rate of our student-athletes." FafiLis, the average graduation rate for a regular student has now reached 5.5 years. Robert Knudsen, Director of Academic Services for Student-Athletes, said much of the problem is attributed to economjca. "Kids are no longer all graduating ^n four years like they used to," Knudsen said, noting that for the seventh straight .year educational expenses have in¬ creased compared to the cost of living. "Economics plays a big part. We're trying to show student athletes that the best thing they can gain from their experience is a degree." Though the program actually started four years ago on a small scale — catering mainly to football and bas¬ ketball players — it now provides aid for student-athletes in all 18 sports at FSU. To qualify, an athlete must have not received more than four years of athletic aid, completed 24 "C" or better units during their final year of eligibility, be within 36 units of completing their de¬ gree. The athlete, though, can't be compet¬ ing in a second intercollegiate sport, and must have at least a 2.0 cumulative grade-point average.' For Paul Pflug, a former footbdll tight end and now a student assistant coach for FSU, the program means a chance to graduate and learn a trade. / "I wouldn't have been able to coach," Pflug said. "When I was playing, you dedicated so much time to football that school really became tough. "But this is great. I kno" a lot guys who aw done playing and they feel like they're on a scrap heap. Nobody cares about them anymore. What (FSU)vis saying to me is 'Hey, we care about your future."* Cunningham said: "We're gaining a reputation of not just using student- athletes. I have to believe it will help recruiting. Education is primary. Per¬ centages of those who make the pro ranks are so low that student-athletes need the education." Indeed, the average percentage of athletes that receive a professional try- out is around 2 percent. Of that figure, the average National Football League career lasts a little over three years while the average career span for an NBA player is 3.6 years. "Even if they make it, they're not going to be there very long," Knudsen said. "Athletes have to be keenly aware that the brain lasts longer than the body." "I know a lot of guys who played their hearts out on the football field, but they never graduated," said Pflug. 'DOGS Continued from page 9 hitting Rich Bartlewski for 18 yards, then two plays later drilled a pass to Collins for -17 yards. FSU stuttered momentarily, but then caught the 49ers off guard with a reverse to Anthony Williams, who bolted past a pair of defenders feran^asy six. Skipper made up for Belli's blockeu^extra point with a two-point conversion ruq. After the second-quarter letdown, FSU took the opening drive of the second half all the way to the Long beach 25, but the drive skidded when . Skipper fumbled on a brick-wall hit. A quick three downs and the offense again retained the ball and set prowl for enemy grounds. Telford quickly went to work hitting Griffinjbr four yards, then coming back for a 19-yard gain to Ron Jenkins. In all, Jenkins caught four pas¬ ses for 56 yards. Telford kept in sync, completing a pass for 21 yards to Brock Smith and advancing the 'Dogs to the 49er 25. Although Telford scrambled for 10 yards, moving FSU to the 15. The 49ers defense, though, tightened up and the 'Dogs settled for three by way of a Barry Belli 29-yard field goal with 4:49 remaining in the third. ; v\ Frankin sack prevented yet another 49er drive and gave the ball back tt> FSU. This time the offense glued to¬ gether a seven play, 59-yard drive "that severely dampened any hopes Long Beach had of a "W." . The drive was a mixture of Collins' and Griffin's footwork, but^alsq^hand- work of Williams. On third-and-six from the Long Beach 20-yard line and a minute left in the third, Telford threw what appeared to be a pass that would sail over the head of Williams at the three. Extending himself like a soccer goalie, Williams secured the ball, and evaded a would-be tackier before being gai nere<-' at the 1-yard line. One play into the final quarter Skipper bounced into the end zone from two yards out. This time, Belli banged in the extra point to put FSU up 24-7. FSU closed the evening's scoring festivities when Griffin closed off a seven-play, 48-yard drive by whirling in from 10 yards out. "They were quieJcer then I thought," said an impressed Larry Reisburg, whose club was coming off a 49-0 drubbing at the hands of Michigan, "I know their defense was great against UCLA, but I didn't think there offense would be as good as they were." HELP WANTED HIRING Government jobs-your area $15,000-$68,000 Call (602) 838-8885 Ext 4078 MODELS WANTED FOR FASHION SHOWS. Call Maison Capri 227-0460 LOTUS TUTOR WANTED $5.00 Minimum 5 Hours Mike 435-9222 Largest Supplier of Agricultural Gypsum has a part-time ooportuniy for an agronomist to ~ perform and evaluate' research assignments and do literature investigation ot Gypsum use. Send resume or writs to H.M Holloway, Inc., 714 Sbrth St Wasco, CA 93280 PERSONAL GOO AND MIKE EAGLES President USA *88 Brilliant Republican Leader AUTOMOBILES '84 PLY COLT Excellent Condition. $4500 or Best Offer 431-7808 "84 DODGE DAYTONA TURBO Low Miles, Good Gas Milage. Sell $5,500 w/stereo $5,000 w/o Trades Considered. 431-8204 APARTMENTS CONTRACT FOR SALE Bulldog Lane Village Apt needs one female roommate foMbdrm. Contract for approx. $600 (incl dep) until Nov. 1& 1/4 utilities. Apt fully furnished. If interested Contact Michelle st 221-9488 ONE BLOCK TO CSUF 1 & 2 Bedroom Furn. or Unf urn. COLLEGE APTS. 4572 D E. Sierra Madre 227-0390 MISCELLANEOUS STUDENT DENTAL/OPTICAL . PLAN Enroll now! Save your teeth, eyes, and money too. For information & brochure see A.S>Office or Call (408) 371-6811 mope£- TRAC Like New, $350 or Best 224-5503/229-5822 QUEEN SIZE WATERBED Bookcase and Heater $175 0.B.O. 299-6867 Leave Message ' Lr. ATTENTION WINDSURFERS Complete Sailboard Set-up $260 • 226-0409 after 4pm "80 VEJJPA SPORT 100 $200 y~ 264-2288 or 491-6204 COMPACT DISCS Starting st $6.00 or Trade'em in. Clinton MISCELLANEOUS —WANTED*** CD's-Cassettes-A!bums We'll Pay Cash Today! Record Exchange 2426 N. Blackstone at Clinton DISC JOCKEY AND BANDS Parties, Weddings, any Occassion. RVP Talent "•FREE"* Album or Cassette with this ad Buy One, Get One Free Pay higher pricer- One per customer. , Buy-Sell-Trade Record Exchange 1 .GOO'S Abums, Cassettes and Compact Discs 2426 N. Blackstone at Clinton Expires Nov. 1st \ > :
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Title | 1987_10 The Daily Collegian October 1987 |
Alternative Title | Daily Collegian (California State University, Fresno) |
Publisher | Associated Students of Fresno State, Fresno, Calif. |
Publication Date | 1987 |
Description | Daily (except weedends) during the school year. Microfilm. Palo Alto, Calif.: BMI Library Microfilms, 1986- microfilm reels; 35 mm. Vol.1, no.1 (Feb 8, 1922)- |
Subject | California State University, Fresno -- Periodicals. |
Contributors | Associated Students of Fresno State. |
Coverage | Vol.1 no.1 (Feb 8, 1922)- to present |
Format | Microfilm reels, 35 mm. |
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Language | eng |
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Title | Oct 2, 1987 Pg. 11 |
Alternative Title | Daily Collegian (California State University, Fresno) |
Publisher | Associated Students of Fresno State, Fresno, Calif. |
Publication Date | 1987 |
Description | Daily (except weedends) during the school year. Microfilm. Palo Alto, Calif.: BMI Library Microfilms, 1986- microfilm reels; 35 mm. Vol.1, no.1 (Feb 8, 1922)- |
Subject | California State University, Fresno -- Periodicals. |
Contributors | Associated Students of Fresno State. |
Coverage | Vol.1 no.1 (Feb 8, 1922)- to present |
Format | Microfilm reels, 35 mm. |
Technical Information | Scanned at 600 dpi; TIFF; Microfilm ScanPro 2000 "E-image data" |
Language | eng |
Full-Text-Search | Sports ! Friday, October 2,1987; -Page 17- Scholarship program aids athletes ByMiheWise Sports Writer ' Remember Kevin Ross, the. University basketball r* pushed through four years of college but never learned to read? Ears were bent and eyebrows raised in both academic and athletic circles. More student-athlete horror stories sur¬ faced Even today, the events surrounding Ross1 story and others have clouded what the public perceives as a stud?nt athlete. Are" universities using athletes as if they bought them at an auction with rings in their noses? Or do they feel responsibility toward those individuals' pursuit of education? "Even if they make it, they're^ not going to be there very/ long. Athletes have^o-toe keenly aware that the brain lasts longer than the body." Robert Knudsen, Director of Academic Services 'Tor Student-Athletes Whatever the case nationally, Fresno State has taken a step in the right direction. The fifth-year scholarship program — designed 16 financially assist those student-athletes who are a year or less away from earning their .bachelor's degree but have used up their eligibility — is now in its first year at FSU. On the surface, the program will cost the FSU athletic department $85,000, give 46 student-athletes a hand in ear¬ ning their degrees, and provide FSU athletics with another recruiting tool. But to FSU Athletic Director Gary Cunningham, the person responsible for ' riBtituting the program, it is more. "We feel we are fulfilling our re¬ sponsibility to our student-athletes," Cunningham said "Getting a degree is so important. It opens a lot of doors later in life. Very few athletes graduate in four years. * ,/ As long as the funds are available, it 4s our responsibility to increase the gra¬ duation rate of our student-athletes." FafiLis, the average graduation rate for a regular student has now reached 5.5 years. Robert Knudsen, Director of Academic Services for Student-Athletes, said much of the problem is attributed to economjca. "Kids are no longer all graduating ^n four years like they used to," Knudsen said, noting that for the seventh straight .year educational expenses have in¬ creased compared to the cost of living. "Economics plays a big part. We're trying to show student athletes that the best thing they can gain from their experience is a degree." Though the program actually started four years ago on a small scale — catering mainly to football and bas¬ ketball players — it now provides aid for student-athletes in all 18 sports at FSU. To qualify, an athlete must have not received more than four years of athletic aid, completed 24 "C" or better units during their final year of eligibility, be within 36 units of completing their de¬ gree. The athlete, though, can't be compet¬ ing in a second intercollegiate sport, and must have at least a 2.0 cumulative grade-point average.' For Paul Pflug, a former footbdll tight end and now a student assistant coach for FSU, the program means a chance to graduate and learn a trade. / "I wouldn't have been able to coach," Pflug said. "When I was playing, you dedicated so much time to football that school really became tough. "But this is great. I kno" a lot guys who aw done playing and they feel like they're on a scrap heap. Nobody cares about them anymore. What (FSU)vis saying to me is 'Hey, we care about your future."* Cunningham said: "We're gaining a reputation of not just using student- athletes. I have to believe it will help recruiting. Education is primary. Per¬ centages of those who make the pro ranks are so low that student-athletes need the education." Indeed, the average percentage of athletes that receive a professional try- out is around 2 percent. Of that figure, the average National Football League career lasts a little over three years while the average career span for an NBA player is 3.6 years. "Even if they make it, they're not going to be there very long," Knudsen said. "Athletes have to be keenly aware that the brain lasts longer than the body." "I know a lot of guys who played their hearts out on the football field, but they never graduated," said Pflug. 'DOGS Continued from page 9 hitting Rich Bartlewski for 18 yards, then two plays later drilled a pass to Collins for -17 yards. FSU stuttered momentarily, but then caught the 49ers off guard with a reverse to Anthony Williams, who bolted past a pair of defenders feran^asy six. Skipper made up for Belli's blockeu^extra point with a two-point conversion ruq. After the second-quarter letdown, FSU took the opening drive of the second half all the way to the Long beach 25, but the drive skidded when . Skipper fumbled on a brick-wall hit. A quick three downs and the offense again retained the ball and set prowl for enemy grounds. Telford quickly went to work hitting Griffinjbr four yards, then coming back for a 19-yard gain to Ron Jenkins. In all, Jenkins caught four pas¬ ses for 56 yards. Telford kept in sync, completing a pass for 21 yards to Brock Smith and advancing the 'Dogs to the 49er 25. Although Telford scrambled for 10 yards, moving FSU to the 15. The 49ers defense, though, tightened up and the 'Dogs settled for three by way of a Barry Belli 29-yard field goal with 4:49 remaining in the third. ; v\ Frankin sack prevented yet another 49er drive and gave the ball back tt> FSU. This time the offense glued to¬ gether a seven play, 59-yard drive "that severely dampened any hopes Long Beach had of a "W." . The drive was a mixture of Collins' and Griffin's footwork, but^alsq^hand- work of Williams. On third-and-six from the Long Beach 20-yard line and a minute left in the third, Telford threw what appeared to be a pass that would sail over the head of Williams at the three. Extending himself like a soccer goalie, Williams secured the ball, and evaded a would-be tackier before being gai nere<-' at the 1-yard line. One play into the final quarter Skipper bounced into the end zone from two yards out. This time, Belli banged in the extra point to put FSU up 24-7. FSU closed the evening's scoring festivities when Griffin closed off a seven-play, 48-yard drive by whirling in from 10 yards out. "They were quieJcer then I thought," said an impressed Larry Reisburg, whose club was coming off a 49-0 drubbing at the hands of Michigan, "I know their defense was great against UCLA, but I didn't think there offense would be as good as they were." HELP WANTED HIRING Government jobs-your area $15,000-$68,000 Call (602) 838-8885 Ext 4078 MODELS WANTED FOR FASHION SHOWS. Call Maison Capri 227-0460 LOTUS TUTOR WANTED $5.00 Minimum 5 Hours Mike 435-9222 Largest Supplier of Agricultural Gypsum has a part-time ooportuniy for an agronomist to ~ perform and evaluate' research assignments and do literature investigation ot Gypsum use. Send resume or writs to H.M Holloway, Inc., 714 Sbrth St Wasco, CA 93280 PERSONAL GOO AND MIKE EAGLES President USA *88 Brilliant Republican Leader AUTOMOBILES '84 PLY COLT Excellent Condition. $4500 or Best Offer 431-7808 "84 DODGE DAYTONA TURBO Low Miles, Good Gas Milage. Sell $5,500 w/stereo $5,000 w/o Trades Considered. 431-8204 APARTMENTS CONTRACT FOR SALE Bulldog Lane Village Apt needs one female roommate foMbdrm. Contract for approx. $600 (incl dep) until Nov. 1& 1/4 utilities. Apt fully furnished. If interested Contact Michelle st 221-9488 ONE BLOCK TO CSUF 1 & 2 Bedroom Furn. or Unf urn. COLLEGE APTS. 4572 D E. Sierra Madre 227-0390 MISCELLANEOUS STUDENT DENTAL/OPTICAL . PLAN Enroll now! Save your teeth, eyes, and money too. For information & brochure see A.S>Office or Call (408) 371-6811 mope£- TRAC Like New, $350 or Best 224-5503/229-5822 QUEEN SIZE WATERBED Bookcase and Heater $175 0.B.O. 299-6867 Leave Message ' Lr. ATTENTION WINDSURFERS Complete Sailboard Set-up $260 • 226-0409 after 4pm "80 VEJJPA SPORT 100 $200 y~ 264-2288 or 491-6204 COMPACT DISCS Starting st $6.00 or Trade'em in. Clinton MISCELLANEOUS —WANTED*** CD's-Cassettes-A!bums We'll Pay Cash Today! Record Exchange 2426 N. Blackstone at Clinton DISC JOCKEY AND BANDS Parties, Weddings, any Occassion. RVP Talent "•FREE"* Album or Cassette with this ad Buy One, Get One Free Pay higher pricer- One per customer. , Buy-Sell-Trade Record Exchange 1 .GOO'S Abums, Cassettes and Compact Discs 2426 N. Blackstone at Clinton Expires Nov. 1st \ > : |