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Policy aids dual-career couples By Sarah Scalet Staff Reporter The University of Nebraska-Lin coln Academic Senate approved in |j principle Tuesday a policy of respon siveness to dual career couples at J ,, , its last meeting of gmUg the academic year. SENATE In a dual-career - coup|c bO|h part ners work, which makes relocation difficult. Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Liz Grobsmith, who presented the draft of the policy, said the proposal was in response to spe cific concerns of some incoming fac ulty members. The Dual Career Program would help partners of faculty members, who need not be legally married, find employment both at UNL and within the community. In addition to helping partners find employment, the program would of fer qualified partners one-year fac ulty fellowships. With the approval of the depart ment, qualified partners would have the opportunity to interact with col leagues, attend seminars and have a base to pursue continuing employ ment. The policy was referred to the executive committee for further dis cussion. In other business, George Tuck stepped down from his position as senate president. He is replaced by Royce Ballinger. Sally Wise, an associate professor of law and director of the law library, was elected president-elect of the senate. Wise will assume the presi dency in one year. Tuck said she was the first woman named president-elect, as far as he knew. Union Board shuffles groups orrices By Sarah Duey Staff Reporter Despite the protests of about 20 RHA supporters, the Nebraska Union _Board voted Tues day to move the association’s of fice to a smaller space in the un ion. In an open fo rum before the vote was approved, Matt Hammons, Residence Hall Association president, said such a move would restrict the group. But board members approved moving RHA’s office out of its cur rent space and into a smaller office because the union needed more meet ing space, they said. Frank Kuhn, assistant director of Nebraska Unions, said the move would benefit the association. “Whether they know it or not, RHA will be much better served than they think in room 237,” Kuhn said. Gary Doyle, president of the Uni versity Program Council, said that because his organization was sup ported by student fees, it needed to be moved from room 200 to the first floor so it would be more accessible to students. Judith Kriss, interim coordinator of the Women’s Resource Center, spoke in favor of moving the center from room 117 because she thought the organization could use more flex ible space. The board approved both moves. PARKING PERMIT RENEWAL DEADLINE: MAY 15, 1992 Renewal notices are being mailed to current student, faculty, and staff permit holders to renew and sign up for their parking permits for the upcoming academic year. As in the past year all UNL parking facilities require a permit 24 hours daily. « This will be your only opportunity to purchase your parking permit through the mail. If you did not have a permit for the current year or do not receive a renewal notice in the mail contact UNL Parking Services at 2-3553. Applications for reserved and non-reserved parking permits will not be accepted through the mail after May 15, 1992. Students who renew their permits through the mail may pick them up at the City Campus Union Lobby, August 20, 21,24 and 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Faculty and staff permits will be mailed during August. Students, faculty and staff who want a non-reserved parking permit and fail to meet the May 15, 1992 deadline may purchase a permit over the counter at the Parking Services Office from July 20 through August 14 or at the Bob Dcvancy Sports Center August 20 and 21, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and August 24 and 25, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Blank Continued from Page 1 attracted good people, and it’s impor tant we continue to do so.” Although Blank is the incumbent, he said he did not consider his re election a foregone conclusion and was traveling throughout the large District 7 to share concerns about the university with citizens. “I think I’ve contributed over the last six years, but I have more to contribute,” he said. “The board is more cohesive and really willing to work. “I’m looking forward to the next six years — if the voters want me back.” Simanek Continued from Page 1 Osborne said the money was not necessarily pegged to cover Sima nck's medical bills. It also could cover suffering from her injuries and lost wages from the time she was unable to go to work, he said. “It is to be used in any way (the Simaneks) sec fit,” he said. Kathy Simanek said she was un sure how the money would be used. The decision, she said, lies with her daughter. In addition to letters and the money raised at this weekend’s game, Sima nck said her daughter had received a kx of support in her hometown, Mai mo. The citizens of Malmo sponsored a benefit dance and an auction of donated items several weeks after the attack to raise money, she said. Simanek said citizens of the neigh boring town of Weston also spon f sored a benefit auction and dance for her daughter. “The local community has been extremely supportive,” she said. POLICE REPORT Beginning midnight Monday 11:52 a.m. — Backpack stolen, Nebraska Union, SI07. 12:01 p.m. — Backpack stolen, Nebraska Union, SI72. 12:05 p.m. — Bike stolen, Burr Residence Hall basement, $364. 1:17 p.m. — Bike stolen, Hamil ton Hall. $425. 4:52 p.m. — Book bag stolen, Nebraska Union, $98. 8:47 p.m. — Watch stolen, Mabel Lee Hall, $200. 10:21 p.m — Bike stolen, Manter Hall, $310. \A€RE FIGHTING FOR \OURUFE American Heart Association , Nebraska Affiliate Thanks for the great year - good luck with finals. Due to the cold weather last week we are extending our Madness Sale prices thru finals. Thanks again and have a great summer. 20*30*50% ^ Post ^ Nickel ] I Downtown Lincoln at I4tb & MP" ^_FREE parking aero— tha atroet J I