University of Michigan - Michiganensian Yearbook (Ann Arbor, MI)

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Kites of all sorts were displayed flying over North Miami Beach on this February afternoon. This kite in particular was hy far the largest and measured approximately ten feet in diameter and between 30 and 40 feet in length. -- Mariela Qomez A mirror image of the Fountain Bleu Hotel was painted on the hotel ' s outer wall to create the illusion that the road lead traffic right to this fantasyland. This attraction was located in Miami Beach. -- Mariela Qamez Michigan Life

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Boogying to the tunes, one regular sports his 70 ' s ensemble and shows off his disco flare. -- Jimmy Basse Reminicent of the 70 ' s yesteryears, the Nectarine ' s disco ball hung directly above the dance floor. -- Jimmy Basse Michigan Life 49

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l THEDE LIFE OUTSIDE ANN ADBOD? fter many weeks of stressful classes and loads of homework, many students found themselves completely worn out. Initially, they had a hard time concentrating in classes, and eventually they began to lack the necessary motiva- tion for going to class and studying. There were only a couple of ways to combat this onset of academic insanity, and sleeping through the weekends often wasn ' t the most appealing answer. Many students opted just to get away from campus for awhile, because they found the best way to clear their heads of all the worries of University life was just to simply escape them. In a school with over thirty- six thousand students, it wasn ' t hard to figure out where some of the hot spots were for a weekend getaway. The most obvious choices for a short vacation were the very places that drove U-M students ' friends crazy: their own colleges. Some U-M students ventured to other universities to party because they provided free living arrangements, parties, and a new, homework-free environment. In-state U-M students, who very likely had friends at the neighboring colleges, ventured to West- ern Michigan University, Eastern Michigan University and Michigan State. Out-of-state students often went along for the ride. The colleges in neighboring states also attracted U-M students from time to time. Even though the Wolverines were technically rivals of universities like Ohio State, Indiana, Northwestern, Purdue, Notre Dame, Illinois and others, some students donned the maize and blue colors and visited enemy territory anyway. Some trips became a form of weekend recreation, as many sports supporters took road trips to watch one of Michigan ' s athletic teams play. Whether heading down to watch the football team in South Bend, traveling to East Lansing to watch the hockey team, cheering on the women ' s softball team against Indiana, or supporting any other athletic team, pre-game parties and rivalries made the trips espe- cially adventurous. A lot of students didn ' t mind the four or five hour road trip down 1-94 to Chicago, because the beautiful down- town area had a night life that many other cities just couldn ' t beat. Students stayed at a variety of hotels surrounding the downtown area and busied themselves shopping, eating, and bar hopping (if they were over twenty-one, or if they had an extra piece of plastic in their pocket). Some students even went to the theater or found tickets for the Oprah, Jenny Jones, or Jerry Springer talk shows. Regardless, the weekend flew by while in the Windy City. Ski trips up North or beach trips to San Padre Island, Daytona Beach, San Diego, or Hilton Head were popular during longer breaks. Students also enjoyed visiting New York City, Boston, Washington D.C. and other far-off places. Some found it exciting just to hop in a car and take off without any plans or destination. Regardless of where the students went, each place held its own excite- ment. Some students had too many responsibilities or a limited budget, so long trips were out of the question. But, closer attractions like Detroit and Canada remained popular for students. In downtown Detroit students could have dinner at the Renaissance Center or spend the night in Greek Town. Crossing the Canadian border, students flocked to the bars of Windsor or traveled to Toronto to see, among other things, The Phantom of the Opera. The ultimate relaxation, though, came from a trip back home to visit with the folks who paid the bills. It kept parents happy and gave students plenty of time to rest and unwind from some of the stresses that come with being a student at the University of Michigan. By Jejj ' ttotzfiausen Michigan Life 51