Miami University - Recensio Yearbook (Oxford, OH)

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Comments Quite often the student population loses contact with ad- ministrators, their ideas and what meaning the university has for them. The Recensio provides incite 0n the personal views of these decision makers and why the quality does count at Miami. Staffers Aim to Please It sometimes seems that the quality that counts emphasizes counts and cites numbers: number of students, served, number of staff hours iven, and so on. Quality, however is a measure of va ue, not num- ber. At a University, it is with few exceptions a direct measure of human ability and effort. In the Student Affairs Division, the constant endeavor to make our continuing programs ever better and our new programs as good as the old is a reflection of the staff's abilities, commitment and dedication. The quality of our pro- grams is derived from the quality of our staff, and I am proud of both. Robert F. Etheridge V.P. of Student Affairs Quality -- A Way of Life Among the many pleasures that I have enjoyed dur- ing my years at Miami University have been contacts with returning graduates and other former students who have come back home again to Visit the campus of their Alma Mater. Why, you ask, do so many of our students experience such strong, positive feelings to- ward their University, when reports from other institu- tions often are to the contrary? Miamians everywhere -- current students and former ones -- have sensed that the answer can be summarized in one word: QUALe ITY. Quality has been a way of life at our institution, so much that we almost take it for ranted, because Miami has had it in abundance within er academic programs, her campus environment and student support en- deavors, her faculty, staff and student body. We know that our University is recognized nationally for its stan- dards of excellence in everything it strives to ac- complish. Miami degrees carry with them a special value which reflects the high quality of minds that have delved into the demanding courses of study guided by' a most competent faculty. Through close identification of both students and faculty on an attractive residential campus, we have been able to maintain and to increase the quality of life at Miami University. Assuredly, the quality to be found at Miami Univer- sity has served to inspire her sons and daughters to accomplish rather than to be conspicuous, whether they be students or part1c1pants in some aspect of pub- lic service later. May such high levels of achievement always be realized! Phillip R. Shriver President Students Make the Difference Miami is first rate! It's a university that you are proud to be associated with: be it as a student, a faculty member, an administrator, a groundsman a whomever - we all are proud to be a part of what is Miami University. When we talk about Miami, it's hard to keep the pride out of your voice, so that you don't come across as arrogant or stuffy: To try to list those things t at are quality about Miami would be all but interminable. The best place to start would be with the students. They are bright, ar- ticulate, attractive and positive people. They're proud of this University, and want Miami to continue to be the quality institution it is. They're actively and cone structively involved in the life of the University - in the governance, the student activities, the vo unteer programs and in the community. A case in point is Associated Student Government. Made up of some three hundred students. ASG is one of the most effec- tive working student governments I know of. It is be- cause they care; they are willing to put their time and energy where their mouth is. It's their university now and in the future . . . and they act like it! In like fashion, the Greeks of Miami have a strong history of contribution to the university, dating back some 140 years. As chapters and as individuals, the Greeks are actively involved in the university life, from reading class material to the Visually handicapped, sponsoring tennis tournaments, to serving on univer- sity committeestne thing that's special about the Greek system at Miami is that it is Viewed by all stu- dents as an option for involvement on campus, not as the sole means of entry. Another as ect of Miami that the visitor to campus cannot hel ut notice is the smile of greeting. The smiles are om friendliness and from pleasure. We are glad to be here, we are proud to be here. For Miami is quality, and we are Miami. Mary L. Evans Assistant Dean of Student Life The red brick walls of residence halls and academic build- ings represent a steadfast quality that has been built over a 170 year period. The Gear ian brick denotes the end of each article throughout this pu lication.

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Recensio 1979 Sandy McCoy Editor Ainsley Maull Assistant E ditor Dee Elmore Layout Editor Pam Willson Senior Editor Sherry Green Group Editor Gordon Moser, Jane Anne Kiger, Susan D. Kammeraad Copy Editors Laura Livingston, Monica Fiala, Wendy Oehmler, Hallie Brooker Kathie DeAnguera Art Consultants Jeff Miller H ead Photographer Tim Macechko, Bernie Yozwiak, Larry Kaufman, Dave Hunt Core Photographers Mark Nedzbala Photo E ditor Dave Hunt Black 8 White Technician Larry Kaufman Color Technician Tony Cardellini Business M anager Wendy Rogovy Sales Manager Cindy Koscielny Secretary John Colturi Treas urer Hunter Publishing Company Publisher - David E. White Sales Representative Delma Studios Professional Photography Gerald Schneider, Dan Smith Sales Representatives Whitfield Delaplane Senior Photographer Robert H. Hickey Advis or Features 16 Welcome to the Machine A candid report on the first week of classes. 56 A Slanton Residence Life The scheduled and the unsched- uled activities unique to each quad offer a realistic account of dorm life. 72 DWEllingS Of a Different Klnd A vivid statement of the relaxed soczal interaction as well as the domestic responsibility that exists for the off campus resident. 102 Changes Polish Pillars of Quality The growth and transition of each academic division are given in a recap of the Univer- szty's educational improvements. 238 The Startling SeventieSA composite view of events in the decade which helped to shape the lives of the University populace. 296 Gallery An expression of art through photographic creativity. Departments 2 Prologue The Quality That Counts 10 Campus Llfe A synopsis ofmemorable campus events are arran- ged in chronological order. As an added element of quality, artist series, concerts, plays and speakers are grouped on two page spreads to provide an in depth knowledge of the years events. 96 Academics Along with coverage of each academic division, re- searched articles give an up to date report on the Goals for Enrich- 'ment campaign, the art museum and administrative accomplish- ments. 132 Involvement Service, professional and social organizations are grouped under an overall topic with subheadings for each organization to further emphasize the common factor of all groups-positive student interaction. 172 Athletics For the ninth consecutive year the skilled Redskin athletes earned the coveted Reese Cup, the Mid American Conference All-Sports trophy. A vivid account of each sports club gives an accu- rate analysis of each team's season. 246 GI'EEkS The Greek section has undergone a major format change. Topics such as alpha chapters, philanthropies, rush and theme parties provide a complete reference of sorority and fraternity life during the year. 306 Graduates As a supplement to senior portraits, current national and community events are highlighted t0 furthur differentiate 1979 as a memorable year. 392 Index, 402 Epilogue The Quality That Counts

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