Ohio University - Athena Yearbook (Athens, OH)

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Writing an editiirs letter is the most diffieult part of edit- ing a yearbook. There is so much to be said, but words do not describe thLs edition of the Athena. It is the work of countless individuals, directly and indirectly, striving to bring about a publication that tridv represents Ohio Univer- sity. I feel we have succeeded. During my two years as editor of the Athena. I have come to know a great deal more about mvself. the people around me. the university, and the world. Re-building a dving publi- cation has not been an easy job. There are manv who think that the yearbook is still dead, but to the individuals who have worked long hours on this publication, it will continue to live on the Ohio University campus. As you look through this book, vour thoughts mav be that of praise or disappointment. It is important to remem- ber that a staff of ded icated students, not prttfcssionals are responsible for what vou see. We have all worked for a de- gree of professionalism, all the while attempting to solve our mistakes and many problems and humbly accepting our successes. Thanking all individuals who had a part in producing this publication would be impossible. But those who have, know who they are. and I want to express mv appreciation. There are numerous individuals who do deserve a special recogni- tion. The Athena staff has been the most wonderful group of people I have ever met. each with a different talent and per- sonality, combining them to produce what vou now hold. . special thanks to Ellen, who so faithfullv was mv right arm during the year, never failing to come to the rescue, or just make me laugh when things got tough. Herschel McNabb. J. S . CUck. and Margaret Deppen were always aroimd when we needed that constant advice. Wes Mirick. our Paragon representative has been especially helpful in keeping cost down, but retaining a quality product. Lastlv. a warm thank you to Heidi and mv parents, who were a sounding board through the year for all mv frustrations and rewards. And now that my job is completed, I only hope that as a reader you will gain some of the same satisfaction as I have in preparing this book for you. Michael McGraw Editor-in-Chief 17