Montana State University Bozeman - Montanan Yearbook (Bozeman, MT)

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Mark Kuelke seems to be more interested in the camera while Duane Zeier focuses on textbooks. 29

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Long lines are the norm at the beginning of each quarter. An average of 11,000 use the Bookstore to purchase textbooks. Stoltz MSU Bookstore The MSU Bookstore, located in the SUB, offers a wide array of items other than the usual classroom book supply Although that is the major thrust of operations, especially at the beginning of each quarter, the bookstore also offers such items as computers, recreational reading, art supplies and clothing. Everything from class rings to jogging suits can be founc in the bookstore. In many instances where a particular item isr on hand, it can be ordered, with minimum delay. With the exception of required texts, most items offere: by the bookstore can also be found in community businesses, sometimes at a lower price. Although the bookstore is a quick and easy source, it should always be recommended that the student shop comparatively for whatever items may be needed The bookstore staff is friendly, efficient and well-versed ir. the items stocked in the bookstore. The bookstore also offers a check-cashing service to students. Bill Norris pays close attention to the Bookstore's computer department. Ifl 28

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Brenda Banderob Co rtine. Home Sweet Home- Although a little rowdy, and at times almost unbearably loud, dorm life is the root of all life on campus. From the hell raisin’ parties to the small thrill of toilet papering the stairwells, the excitment never ends, the excretment never ends. It all begins with the big adjustment of moving in to a small room with a total stranger. Not knowing what to expect can be both exciting and unnerving. The moment of truth comes when your new roommate accepts, or rejects, the fact that you have idiosyncracies just like every other normal human being. The next step consists of trying to bring enough of your belongings from home to make your dorm room as comfy-cozy as the room you left back home. The cubicles they call rooms are drab and colorless until each resident adds his or her own personality touches. Now, these touches can range from stuffed animals to pictures from the front desk’s copy of Playboy magazine. Then there are the basics: linen, clothing...and of course, the trusty alarm clock. Once you’re moved in, the decor of the room is entirely up to you and your roommate. The beds can be moved to make room for the necessities such as the stereo, television, refrigerator and the bar... Once you’re settled in, the first floor meeting is arranged. This is the perfect chance to discover who lives on the floor and serves as an ice breaker for everyone. The resident advisor sees to it that the rules of the floor are read and discussed. Whether or not those rules are accepted by everyone remains to be seen in the days to come. Floor functions are as simple as an ice cream social in the lounge, and as complicated as a “screw your roomie” party. Let us not forget the traditional brother-sister floor activities which include secret admirers who may lead to budding romance. These function are arranged by the floor’s social committee— the people who add a bit of spice to the already spicy aspects of dorm life. On the more pragmatic side of dorm life is the hall government. If anyone is interested in becoming the hall president, he or she draws up a petition that must be signed by at least 25 residents to qualify. Floor government is run somewhat differently. Anyone wanting to run for president or vice-president is voted for by each resident on that floor. Once elected, the president attends weekly meetings and reports back to the floor about the happenings and activities scheduled. The vice-president serves on the judicial board, which is the judge and jury of dorm life. Resident advisors are a big part of dorm life. They might be considered the live-in babysitter, although they’re not quite as severe in discipline. They’re not obligated to come running if they hear someone coughing in the middle of the night, either. However, an RA is guaranteed to show up with a word of disapproval or caution if a resident is making too much noise during quiet hours. Surprisingly enough, an RA is only human.-..quite capable of making mistakes and incapable of performing miracles. Need a friend? They’re available. Need advice? They always seem to have it readily at hand. Need a buck? You’re on your own. Dorm life has its pitfalls. For instance, the unschedule fire drills, particularly those at 2 a.m., can prove very embarass ing. As a crowd gathers outside, each arrival gets more and more interesting. There are the half-dressed sleepers, those who were obviously disturbed in the shower and let’s not forget the partiers. Aside from the fire drills, there are also the trivial irritations of arrogant neighbors, loud music, endless dust bunnies stuck elevators and rowdy late-nighters...but you learn to live with all of it. Then there is the unnerving aspect of dorm food...which is usually the loudest gripe on campus. It’s not Mom’s home cooking, but a hungry student can always find something to satisfy the “hongries.” After all, there’s a salad bar, vegetaria-dishes and the good old burgers, fries and tacos available a: every meal. Cafeteria staffers consist of professional cooks assisted by students who work off financial aid in the kitchens The best way to sum up dorm life is with a salute to those who have experienced — and survived — it. Here’s to them They’ve survived the bad times, cherished the good times, anc through it all, managed to maintain their sanity. They’ll leave MSU with a lot of memories and enough friends to last a lifetime