Oregon State University - Beaver Yearbook (Corvallis, OR)

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Photo by John Donnerberg Sharing toys A couple of boys play quietly together at KinderCare. Children learned to interact and get along with others. Sing along Jory Aronson sings at the grand opening of the KinderCare Center. Aronson was one of the entertainers for the program. Day Care Center [19

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In the fall, the KinderCare Center opened and became an ideal place for students, staff, faculty, as well as members of the community to take their children. Although the center was originally scheduled to open it's doors in January, business started early in mid-August. Director Sharyn Bowes said. “Enrollment increased as people on campus became aware of the early availability of the facility. Quality child care was a welcome addition to campus facilities. Amy Charron. a graphic designing student, had 3 month old Cielle enrolled at KinderCare. Charron said, The staff really knows what's happening with the kids. They give them lots of attention. The center offered child care for youngsters through age 4. Teachers focused on their assigned age groups: Infant I. Infant II. Toddlers. Three and Four year olds. When KinderCare opened, it also provided some college students with jobs and valuable work experience for future careers. Tammy Rich, junior in Early Childhood Education, began working with KinderCare over the summer. Working as a lead teacher with the toddlers provided a different atmosphere for Rich. She said. “It's a nice escape from the cut and dry college scene of classes, papers and exams. The new KinderCare proved to be advantageous for many. ■Gabriella Cosgraue Housekeeping In preparation for storytime.Lance and Lucas clean up their area after playing. Lucas did the best job cleaning and got to pick the book during story time. Day Care Center Washing up Erica washes her hands after painting. The kids had a variety of options to choose from during playtime. r Photo by D na Gunttrnwin

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NEW A wave of activity swept over Dixon Recreation Center. A proposal for construction of the George Steven's Natatorium was at last begun. The multi-pool area was named for the retired MU Director who had been actively involved in recreation projects over the years. The new addition was considered Phase II in a three step plan. Phase I was the original building with courts, exercise areas and weight room. The expansion included the construction of three pools, a large locker room area, equipment issue area, lounge and sun deck. “The design was formed with the vision for a multipurpose area said Tom Kirch, director of recreational sports at Dixon Recreation Center. “The challenge was trying to design within the money we had. We wanted to make it low maintenance and a pleasing space, Kirch said. Funding for the project came from student fees. The area was conciously built to accomodate the addition of Phase Ill's gymnasium. outdoor center and fitness center in the future. Increased student employment, exercise classes and organized events were anticipated upon completion of the natatorium. The addition offered a whole new range of student recreation possibilities. - Alexi Bartlett Beginning stages Construction workers work on the pool area. The new building provided more facilities to students. Dixon Pool