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Feature ______ _______ L WEdNEsdAy, ApRiL 18, 2001 Th e CI ac I íamas P rint Journalist, author has close campus connection Priscilla Ruckley, aunt to Instructor Kate Gray, shares from her memoir JENNY CHAVEZ Copy Editor Priscilla Buckley, renowned journalist and writer, who wrote the first news broadcast for United Press Radio on the end of World War II, graciously shared stories from over half a century of journalism experi ence during a book reading from her memoir String of Pearls and workshops last week. English In structor Kate Gray introduced Buckley last Thursday night as the ninth an nual writer-in- residence spon sored by the English Depart ment and admitted a deeper connection to the author. “I’d best come clean and con fess that Priscilla L. Buckley is my sainted aunt,” she said. “She showed us (the family) that grace begins with a giggle and'!Wntift’tl^Sbwith tenacity, intellectual pursuits and ten derness.” Buckley, 79, energetically shared stories of her younger days from copy girl to copy writer for radio news. She de scribed her first visit in the United Press New York news room with typewriters clanking, Teletype machines chiming, cigarette smoke encircling heads and papers strewn about in a chaotic mess. In Buckley’s words, “There was something terribly exciting about the glimpses of the UP newsroom.” Hired at age 22, she fit right in. "One’s earliest days are al ways one’s most memorable,” said Buckley. “At least in ret rospect.” Buckley also read excerpts about her stint at the Paris Bu reau of United Press. She told stories of picturesque Paris streets and cafés, memorable friends and a comical tale of her beauti ful beige three-year- old Hillman Minx, decked out with crim- son leather interior, that was “the most miser able car I ever owned.” On Friday Buckley held a workshop sharing her writing expertise with journalism stu dents from The Print. The ses sion included critiques of works from staff writers and in sights into good writing. "Get their attention right away, something that grabs the eye,” she said. “A natural writer uses instinct and rhythm; write a piece you can speak as well as read.” Buckley was enc-ouraging yet direct while critiquing the works, including Feature Editor Maggie Jirasek’s piece. PHOTOS BY JENNY CHAVEZ / Clackamas Print Priscilla Buckley autographs her newly published memoir for fans who attended her book reading. “It was really interesting and helpful to be critiqued by some one like Priscilla,” said Jirâsek. “She showed me how I could write a better lead and get the reader’s attention.” Buckley then toured The Print newsroom and instantly felt at home amidst the chaos of papers, planning boards, messy desks and writers in ac tion. Friday’s lunchtime seminar From Gutenberg to Gates was another highlight of Buckley^s visit. People from the commu nity, students and staff came to hear tales of old-fashioned print mechanics and changes in the newsroom. Discussions on modern technology and its ef- Kate Gray, English instructor, enjoys a quiet moment with fects on news production, hard her aunt Priscilla before the book reading. copy versus cyber copy and news writer productivity were joyed Buckley’s discussion. Kate Gray speaks warmly of some of the topics covered. “I like how approachable she her aunt. Magdalena Ladd, retired was,” said Ladd. “And the way "Priscilla Buckley has been an Clackamas instructor and she described the history in Paris inspiration and a flywheel for my former chairperson of the for and her awareness of cultural dif whole family and for generations eign language department, en ferences.” of writers and politicians.” COUGAR CAFE A New Dining Experience Come Visit the espresso bar today rs: Mon. - Thurs. 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Choose a career that matters /Psychology with a Health Concentration Undergraduate Completion Program Study whole-person psychology al the foremost university for natural health sciences in the U.S. The Bastyr program gives solid preparation for professional or graduate degrees and a base of knowledge that will serve in many work environments: health care and wellness settings, human resources, business. Core psychology courses Research methodology Integration of mind/body/spirit approaches Practicurn experiences 425.602.3330 BASTYR u Ñ Í V € R S í f Y psychology.bastyr.edu Wednesday, April 18 Breakfast: Veggie Skillet Potatoes Grill special: Swiss Dip Entree: Salisbury Steak Budget Entree: Caesar Salad Thursday, April 19 Breakfast: Veggie Skillet Potatoes Grill special: Swiss Dip Entree: Roast Turkey and Wild Rice Budget Entree: Stuffed Baked Potato Friday, April 20 Breakfast: Veggie Skillet Potatoes Grill special: Swiss Dip Entree: Grilled Beef Kabobs Budget Entree: Turkey Club Daily and weekly specials also available by dialing extension 2675
