Millersville University - Touchstone Yearbook (Millersville, PA)

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It was fun getting to the bottom of More Than One by Brian K. Morgan A new drink came to Millersvillc this year, and it appears to have found an instant following amongst the student population here at Millersvillc University. Coolers became the latest addition to the area recreation scene during the 85-86 school year. However, due to their alcoholic nature, coolers have merged quietly, almost seductively, with the local drinking habit. Signs of their popularity have been increasing since coolers became available at such favored local dispensers as the Inn, House of F’iz-za, and I) D Distributors. White Mountain coolers became a regular item at the House of Pizza, and they were seen with increasing frequency at other bars and clubs in the area. A more definite measure of the importance that coolers held in the social eye of Millcrsville students was the growing abundance of cooler debris at the trash chutes of our dormitories. Empty cooler bottles. especially of the White Mountain type, took their proper positions alongside the ever present empty Pabst and Old Milwaukee cans in the mounds of hallway garbage that told the real resident life story. There were two basically different types of coolers available to MU students of legal drinking age. Wine and liquor-based coolers, including Seagrams. Bartyl and James, and California Coolers, could only be bought in liquor stores because of their high alcohol content. These drinks cost a good bit more than the alternative malt liquor or beer-based coolers, of which the White Mountain brand seems to be most popular on campus. These malt liquor drinks can be bought, reasonably priced, anywhere that beer is sold. Coolers seemed to be more popular with the women on campus as an alternative to drinking beer. Although MU coeds, still preferred harder liquor and mixed drinks, many felt that drinking coolers was more relaxing. They chose coolers as the drink to loosen up with after long hours spent working in Cianser Library on that demanding Library Skills Workbook. ' After a few hours on a computer terminal. I like to go back to my apartment, rip off a couple bottles of White Mountain, and kind of unwind before I go out for the evening, claimed junior computer science major Cindy Lied. Students found coolers easy to drink, due to their light and fruity taste that many described as being much like soda pop. They particularly enjoyed coolers because they arc lighter than wine, but not bland like beer. Because of this, several people added coolers to their drinking habits as a supplement rather than a replacement for other alcoholic beverages. Attendance at parties in Brookwood and Cottage this year were as high as other years, but very rarely were the traditional kegs of beer replaced by cases of coolers. This would seem to prove that wine and malt liquors coolers carved out a place of their own in Millcrsville without affecting the popularity of other alcoholic beverages. Millersvillc men admitted that they probably would not buy a six pack of coolers for the big game on Sunday afternoon television. They still preferred to crack open a tall, frosty can of Budweiser for that opening kickoff, but they confessed to keeping a couple of coolers on hand for those mellow moments of subdued mood. They became regarded by some gents as a social aid to take advantage of the affinity shown for wine coolers by members of the female gender. I see coolers as a method of getting women into your room. ' said Tim Brouse. a speech-communications major. They re for 28 Student Life

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These spirited students take part in the bed decorating contest in addition to poking a little fun at our famed Gordinier cuisine. The bed decorating contest replaced the traditional time-consuming parade of Homecoming floats this year. Photo by John Henderson Marauder defenders swarm to the tackle. The strong Millcrsvllle defense held Kutrtown to only 3 points In the Homecoming game. Photo by Merin Studios up was Cynthia t.. Smith, a representative of Delta Phi Eta. Delta Phi Eta donated $100.00 to the March of Dimes. The second runner-up was Laura A. hershey. representing Kappa Lambda Chi. This organization donated $50.00 to the Cerebral Palsy Poundation. Immediately following the football game was a cider pour held on the Biemesderfer Executive Center lawn. The eider pour added to the fall spirit ol the Homecoming celebration. Homecoming Day was concluded wit,h dancing at the Quarterdeck Lounge nightclub. The nonalcoholic nightclub was held In the newly renovated Lyle Dining Hall. Music was provided by the Four Motes, as volunteer waiters and waitresses served non-alcoholic drinks. Such drinks included Pina Coladas. Strawberry Dacquiris. beer, and wine. Snacks such as pretzels, chips, and vegetable trays were also served. The Quarterdeck Lounge was a relaxing end to a beautiful fall day. II topped off the Homecoming celebration leaving Millersvilles “Celebration ol Body and Soul a complete success. ■ Student Life 27

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These shiny caps keep score for someone who cares. This student's tally proved that it was fun getting to the bottom of more than one. Photo by Sue Arnst Brian Morgan attempts to lay in his weekend supply of wine coolers as Maurice, the Mouse of Pina guy. dutifully inspects his I.D. The Mouse of Pina was the closest place to campus to buy the popular wine coolers. Photo by Christie Hcrrold private, small scale affairs that hope to progress into more physical activity. The clearly favored cooler in Millersvillc this year was the White Mountain brand. Since it is of the malt liquor variety. White Mountain was more readily available at stores and restaurants within walking distance of campus, and the price was somewhat closer to student budget standards than wine coolers. Many students chose White Mountain because they felt it to be lighter than its wine-based counterparts. Tor those lucky enough to have the financial backing and tran- sportation to the liquor store. Bartyl and James was the prime wine cooler. It's crisp and clear so it brings you up and doesn't slow you down! exclaimed one happy fan of Bartyl and James. Tor whatever reason, coolers have become the latest addition to life at the Ville. giving new meaning to the words The Thrill is Back! Only time will tell, however, whether this new beverage has become a permanent item at the dorm trash heaps, or whether it s just passing through to make way for bigger and better things. ■ Brian Morgan and Steve Danforth frequent the Mouse of Pizza to cat pizza and drink wine coolers. The new beverage made Its appearance in Millersvillc this year, adding a little variety to the student's drinking habit. Photo by Steve Danforth s camera An empty six pack of cooler bottles rests peacefully upon this dorm room shelf as d memorial of a good night. Cooler bottles took their place among the empty container collections of many students. Photo by Sue Arnst Student Life 29