Oregon State University - Beaver Yearbook (Corvallis, OR)

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Trying out the newest piece of equipment in the weight room. Renae Willing freshman in Pre-Med. uses the rowing macfvne Major Changes Finley Hall underwent some major changes. First the concept of wellness was implemented and then freshmen were allowed to move in. The concept of wellness, although new to Oregon colleges and universities, was popular throughout the Midwest. The concept created an environment focusing on exercise, nutrition and health education. In the area of exercise. Finley residents had access to their own aerobics room and their own fully equipped weight room. In addition there were three stationary bicycles and one rowing machine. Lois Colton, director of Arnold Dining Hall and nutritionist, said I really started making changes about eight years ago when I put fresh fruit out. Since then she has either cut out or cut in half the amount of salt used to cook the entrees. created a batter that is very thin and taken out all whole milk and butter. In the area of health education. Finley sponsored several programs such as cholesterol tests, health risk analysis and other such activities at a reduced cost. I wasn't sure how the change was going to work, said Jim Morris, junior in journalism. When Donna Keim came and talked to us last spring, it seemed too much was going to happen too soon. I was reluctant to believe everything would get done, but I couldn't believe the changes that took place over the summer. While the administration had a three part plan to the wellness concept. Michel Frendian, Finley's hall director, had a five dimensional model to cover wellness: social, emotional, spiritual, physical and intellectual. The 5D model is so simple and flexible.” said Frendian. It gives the students something to work with.” One of the last major changes in Finley was that freshmen were allowed to move in. Finley was traditionally an up-perclass dorm. I think freshmen being allowed to move in is great. exclaimed Lisa Schla-vin, junior in English. Because of the no alcohol policy. I was optimistic about having more responsible people here. said Morris. I figured we would have more mature kids, capable of handling the move away from home. The freshmen were as excited about the new Finley Hall and its concept as the upperclassmen. In this place people have a lot of respect for each other. commented Ra-chelle Schaff, freshman in psychology. I don't think I've met a person I really dislike. It's quiet when you want it to be, but people have fun. After new student week my floor was like a family. -Cmdf Mm hue v As Modems enter Finley Hal. they are greeted with a wood sign that introduces the concept of wellness from within Wellness Hoi 19

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Riding a life cycle. Stephanie Mier. sophomore in human development and family studies, watches her speed accelerate and decrease. In the weight room. Jaime Schofield, junior in Busmess. does sit-ups. bwmr V lk«hiko Fitness Craze 20 DIXON RECREATION CENTER