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Case for survival W No easy time for cyclists in urban network October 19 through 27 marks National Universities Week across Canada, and both Wilfrid Laurier University and the Uniâ€" versity of Waterloo will celeâ€" brate with a series of events and activities. Wilfrid Laurier will present guest speakers discussing such topics as creative justice and nuclear peace at venues like the Kitchener Public Library, and author Roger Caron will be on campus to autograph copies of his book, Bingo. A Women and Film series and art exhibit are also planned, plus Maggie Schnarr Chronicle Special Safety gear including locks ranging in price from $55 to $100, safety helmets, maintenance kits and the newest bikes on the market were featured plus an .D. engraving shop. Sponsored by the Campus Center Turnkeys, the object of the allâ€"day clinic was to focus attention on safety and defensive driving in the city. Last week, University of Waterloo students were invited to attend a lecture in the campus center by James Van Hemert, concerning "survival techniques for the urban cyclist." Since the evolution of the wheel, the bicycle has remained the most standard mode of transportation. And not only is it a great form of exercise and recreation, it is also the cheapest and most convenient methodâ€"of travel for university students. If you scan the university campuses, the glittering array of bicycles seen practically everywhere is proof in point. Braun‘s Bicycle Shop and Ski & Cycle Hut of Kitchener set up display booths in the great hall with a wide assortment of programs, brochures and newsletters of interest to the avid cyclist. A short film followed by a discussion with Hemert surrounding basic problems encountered, and essential rules of the road. Hemert pointed out that a motorist‘s ability to see a cyclist and a cyclist‘s predictability were the most important factors to remember. Riding about three feet from the curb in a straight line, rather than dodging between cars lessens the chance of Universities in spotlight The 1985 United Way Campaign has reached the $100,000 level based on early returns from individuals and results of the Business Blitz held during the opening week of the Campaign. With a target of $1,750,000, the results this early in the campaign do not include statistics from employee canvasses currently under way at the several hundred medium and large employee groups in the Community. Campaign Chairman Jim McGill expressed conâ€" fidence that the campaign is shaping up to be a successful one. McGill stated "the enthusiasm of our volunteers is excellent this year. Our entire campaign team has been built on recruitment of volunteers from the community at large, rather than placing the onus and responsibility on the member agencies providing volunteers. While this is a dramatic change locally, it‘s common in other United Way communities and has proven to be very successful elsewhere." Added McGill, "The aggressive target of $1,750,000 is really needed to be attained to close the gap between agency needs and what United Way has been able to allocate in the past. I‘m confident that with continued enthusiasm from our volunteers, and a charitable attitude from the citizens of our communiâ€" ty that we will reach our goal." The seven week campaign is currently in its third week, with the official closing date being November 15. United Way campaign shaping up successful a noon concert October 24 featurâ€" ing Ralph Elsaesser to be held in the theatre auditorium. University of Wateriloo will present an exposition dialogue centering around planning Canâ€" ada‘s capital as well as discusâ€" sions including federal land use and new directions for Ottawa held at various campus buildâ€" ings. Exhibits, events and lectures will also take place across campus, including.a conference on Graham Greene hosted by St. Jerome‘s College English deâ€" partment. University students attended a bicycle safety clinic at UW last week and learned tips for riding in an urban network. "All societies are divided into dominance and subordinance," she explained, and went on to say that men have always had the role of power. Women, because of deeply entrenched attitudes, relied on that power making them subordinate. They serve well as role models not only to their peers, but to their children as well, she pointâ€" ed out. ‘"‘We have to guard against that," she warned. Women should support other women, she also suggested beâ€" Bassett, author of the Bassett Report, an insightful report dealâ€" ing with women, their careers and successes, feels that it is essential to "point out what women can do," and stressed the need to break down the stereoâ€" types that have hindered women in their climb toward equality and excellence. One of the most anticipated events of Oktoberfest week, Women of the Year offered women in the community a chance to bask in this recognition and give themselves a wellâ€"deâ€" served pat on the back. This year, 63 women from the region were nominated in 10 categories ranging from profesâ€" sional to home maker; political to community service work, as well as an athlete, youth and senior division. TV journalist and author Isa bel Bassett, guest speaker during the reception addressed the over 250 in attendance saying that ‘"women need encouragement" in playing out their most impor tant roles. ‘"You‘re setting a standard that others can copy," she reâ€" marked. Maggie Schnarr Chronicle Staff Last week‘s Kâ€"W Women of the Year awards presentation held in the Grand ballroom of the Valâ€" halla Inn was in itself a grand event, honoring the region‘s women who have excelled in their particular endeavors. People grow with praise: Bassett Women of the Year awards Winners all received a comâ€" memorative plaque, roses, small gifts presented by mayors Marâ€" Special recognition was besâ€" towed upon Cambridge mayor Claudette Millar for her extraorâ€" dinary contribution to the comâ€" munity over the past several years. Among the evening‘s winners, Dr. Margaret Evans, a historian from Waterloo received the senâ€" ior citizen award, while Nancyâ€" Lou Patterson, a local liturgical artist was recipient of the culturâ€" al award. cause ‘‘people grow with praise." Author Isabel Bassett autographs a copy of her book for athletic winner Sylvia Forgrave following Women of the Year awards night. Maggie Schnarr photo WATERLOO CHRONICLE. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23. 1985 â€" PAGE 5 Hemert is planning to teach a course on bicycle safety next summer at the YMCA, and while information provided in pamphlets and booklets is beneficial to cyclists, it boils down to ‘"going out on the road and doing it," he concluded. Statistics taken from the last three years revealed that 56 per cent of all car and bicycle collisions involve the 17 to 24 year age group. Of that figure, 40 per cent of cyclists are at fault. Hemert also noted that one quarter of all collisions between cars and bikes in Waterloo occur on University Avenue. The film, called Only One Road, disclosed that in most instances involving an accident between motorist and cyclist, at least one party saw the other prior to the accident, but didn‘t recognize the potential danger. One organizer for the lecture said students were showing an interest in bicucle safety but also said pedestrians on campus must be watchful for cyclists. *‘*Bicyclists are hitting the pedestrians," she said, *‘"people walking have to watch too." Although expensive Hemert said "the best thing you can do" is invest in a safety helmet. He explained that 75 per cent of all deaths involving cyclists are due to head injuries. ~ Hemert, a member of the Ontario and Canadian Cycling Association conducted a survey involving the city of Waterloo. . Eye contact with motorists is necessary as a sense of trust between driver and biker is developed plus a respectful regard for the cyclist. serious injury and enables the motorists to see you, Hemert said. Most cyclists fear being hit from behind, but Hemert noted that "very few accidents happen that way." _ jorie Carroll and Dom Cardillo, and a copy of Bassett‘s book, the Bassett Report. Margaret Asmussen was choâ€" sen home maker, Margaret Motz selected for her involvement in community service while Jean O‘Leavey was named professionâ€" al woman of the year. Kim McKinnon was winner in the youth division. Other award winners were Susan Usher, employee of the year, athlete Sylvia Forgrave, business woman Patricia Henâ€" derson, and Joan McKinnon and Katie Thomson were both recipiâ€" ents in the political category.