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

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Protesting the prevalence of con- sumerism in America, a student in the Diag holds up a flag that has 50 logos rather than stars. Many groups held demonstra- tions in the Diag in an effort to reach as many people as possible, pluna by Li: Voices I 97

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VOTCRS BY LIZ MAUCK Being students at the University gave us the opportunity to be much more than simply students. We were activists, we were musicians, and we cared about issues that affected Ann Arbor as a whole, rather than just the Univer- sity. On balmy days and during house parties we spent hours simply hanging out on the porch with friends. Through student organizations, student gov- ernment, and special interest groups we had the unique opportunity to voice our views and opinions in an open-minded environment. Joining a band gave a few of us the thrilling opportunity to live out a dream and become rock stars. In the wake of the events of the year, students took a closer look at their belief systems and their faith. By understanding the root of the homelessness problem in Ann Arbor, we were able to overcome stereotypes and be more accepting of the less fortunate. Ann Arbor and the University opened up many doors for us. One of the most important being the door that led to expressing our- selves. 96 I Voices

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Toking a joint, a Uni- versity student par- takes in the smoking of an illegal mari- juana cigarette. Marijuana was the most commonly used drug on campus, al- most half of Univer- sity students had smoked it at some time. photo by Kristin Sloner Though much less prevalent compared tothe 1980s, cocaine was still used by Uni- versity students. For the most part, though, the focus of the drug scene had shifted to other drugs such as ec- stasy, photo by Kristin Stoner 98 | Drugs