Eastern Kentucky University - Milestone Yearbook (Richmond, KY)

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Registration Proves Trying... Rewarding Reg istration at Eastern meant long lines of students, schedule problems, and scores of mixed-up freshmen. Soon, however, with the aid of faculty members and older students, most of the problems were solved. When the day was over, everyone breathed a sigh of relief. For the Freshman it meant that he had officially begun his college career; for the upper- classman it meant that another step toward his ultimate goal was under way. Dr. Ambrose, Dean of Admissions, talked to students instructing them in registration procedures. Students made many new friends during registration, thus easing the strain of a tense day. Pershing Rifle men were always present helping be- wildered Freshmen rearrange confused schedules. 20

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Fall Brings Excitement and Adjustments September 9, 1962, began like any normal Sunday in Richmond. The day was sunny and warm and there was a faint smell of autumn in the air. Then someone noticed that the traffic was heavier than usual, and, as the day progressed, it became worse. The invasion of Richmond had begun! The whole family got into the act as students established resi- dence on campus. No one has the touch like mother, whether she is helping daughter with her clothes or showing son how to make his bed. .tim 7 ' i

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The first week gave freshmen a taste of college testing. Orientation Makes Frosh Feel At Home During Orientation Week, freshmen got to know their classmates and became familiar with the campus. They at- tended parties, dances, shows, and many informal get- togethers. The entire week was dedicated to the freshmen, helping them to feel at home. Highlight of Orientation Week was the annual talent show sponsored by the YWCA in which talented freshmen entertained hundreds of their classmates and professors. Orientation Week closed with a bang in their honor. Friday night as freshmen were entertained at a dance held