European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - November 18, 1991, Darmstadt, Hesse                                Monday november 18, 1991 the stars and stripes a Page 9 education Gray using College fund s Post As pulpit by the new York times since he formally took Over As president of the United negro College fund in september William h. Gray Iii the former majority whip of the House and the highest ranking elected Black official in the country has made it Clear that he intends to raise issues about education along with raising Money for historically Black colleges. While his predecessors were careful to stay above the political fray for fear of offending donors Gray has waded right in criticizing current educational policies and suggesting remedies. At a National education conference in Atlanta last month he accused the Bush administration of applying a double Standard to historically Black colleges. He has met with dozens of corporate leaders and foundation Heads challenging them to do More to improve the nation a educational system. A whether in a talking to somebody on welfare or talking to the ceo of a major corporation people arc concerned that they re hearing a lot about education but they re seeing very Little action a Gray said. A a it Sas if people believe we can have major educational change without committing any major resources. There a tremendous frustration building  for Gray the United negro College fund is More than a respected 47-year-old organization that raises Money for Black colleges and universities. It is a pulpit from which to fuel debate about the enormous consequences of educating the Young especially those from minorities who by 2000, will make up one third of the work Force in the United states. Speaking from the pulpit comes naturally for Gray who has been pastor of the Bright Hope Baptist Church in Philadelphia since 1972. He intends to continue serving As pastor the same position filled by his father and before that his Grandfather. Gray a career move still puzzles Many people. He was the third most powerful member of the House and was in line to become speaker. His decision to forfeit that Power prompted speculation that he was leaving to make More Money or that he was the target of a Justice department investigation. He vigorously denied such speculation. Gray 49, said there was nothing behind his move except a desire to help Young people especially the 50,000 minority students enrolled in Black colleges. A my concept of Power is different from other Peoples a he said. �?o1 come from a background of ministry and education in which Power is the ability to Impact on Peoples  s play results in 8-year-old hero by Gary Pomeroy staff writer Hanau Germany a a game of Simon says nearly turned into a disaster at the Pioneer Cavern Burger bar on oct. 30. But thanks to 8-year-old Arthur Williams jr., disaster did not befall his pal 6-year-old Ryan Daly. Arthur Ryan and 8-year-old Anthony Adams were unwinding about 3 . After their Day at Portfield elementary school. They had some time to spare before heading across the parking lot to wait for their parents to pick them up at the Pioneer youth services Center. The threesome bought an order of French Fries and designated them As the trophy for the Winner of a game of Simon says. The game forbids anyone to do anything unless the two word phrase pre needs a specific direction such As a Simon says a raise your  a if the two word phrase Isnit spoken but the direction is followed anyway you can forget about French Fries a at least in this Case. A if you get out of the game you done to get none a said Anthony the eventual Winner. The game proceeded smoothly until Ryan apparently upset with his performance in the game stepped outside. His two friends chased after him. Ryan a took off running then stopped in the Middle of the parking lot a Anthony said. Ryan who stands about vhf feet did not notice that a car behind him had started backing out of a parking space Anthony said. A i yelled a watch out a and Arthur came running and pushed him out of the Way a Anthony said. The car screeched to a Stop then drove away. Ryan a fall to the pavement resulted in a bruised knee. The car barely missed Arthur Anthony said. The boys reported the incident after a youth services staff member inquired about Ryan a injury. A Arthur thought he might have been in trouble at first a said Sherry Williams his mom. She and her husband sgt. Arthur Williams of c Btry 1st in 32nd Field arty assured him that he did the right thing. Lingering doubts were removed wednesday when he was lauded with a letter of appreciation and gift certificates during a school ceremony attended by about 300 pupils. A we have a hero a said Mary Sim Mang Portfield elementary a assistant principal. A the did something that All of us could do perhaps. It was the expression of ultimate  Arthur was a nonchalant at first but now he a proud a said his Mother. A a he a always been Alert. He a a fast  Arthur concedes that he a did a Good  and word in the Portfield hallway is that he plays a mean game of Simon says. A amps qua sch Kottlar Arthur Williams jr., 8 left walks with his 6-year-old pal Ryan  of Maryland seeks applicants for scholarships Heidelberg Germany a amps a the University of Maryland european division is offering 25 scholarships that will be available in january. The scholarships in the form of $500 tuition credits can be used toward Maryland courses and seminars throughout the academic year. The awards will be Given to students who demonstrate exceptional Scholastic achievement and academic potential. New students family members and those who enrolled in the University a courses can qualify for one or More of the scholarships. The scholarships Are different from the presidents scholarships which Are awarded each july and november. Of the 25 scholarships 10 have been designated for new students and 10 for family members. The others will be awarded to students enrolled in courses in foreign languages management business and management history government or psychology sociology. The following is an outline of available scholarships and topics of essays that must accompany All applications a new student scholarships students must write about How the scholarships will enable them to pursue their education. Ten arc offered. New students Are those who have never taken a class or who have earned fewer than six semester hours with Maryland. A family member scholarships the University will offer special scholarships to 10 family members of Active duty enlisted service members who write on the challenges they face in pursuing higher education. A american ambassador scholarship students must describe How studying a Host country language has helped him or her become a More effective representative of tie United states. A managing in the 21st Century scholarship students should explain How a concentration in management studies will prepare them As managers in the near future. A Europe 1992 scholarship students must outline How americans need to prepare for the economic changes that will soon occur in Europe. A Freedom scholarship students should explain How the study of government and history lends understanding to the dramatic changes in the soviet Union and Eastern Europe. A social awareness scholarship students should address the most critical problem facing society from the perspective of psychology and sociology. Students May apply for More than one scholarship but must submit a separate letter of application and an essay for each one. The deadline for the receipt of scholarship applications in Heidelberg is dec. 9. Cover letters and application themes should be sent to the University of Maryland attn appropriate scholarship committee unit 29216, Apo a 09102, or in bossed porn 39, >91 1 Heidelberg. More information about the scholarships is available from Maryland Field representatives at local education centers