Texas Tech University - La Ventana Yearbook (Lubbock, TX)

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Glittering lights illuminating the shapes of buildings, brightly decorated evergreens, tables overflowing with delicious delicacies, eager-eyed children - Christmas brings to mind many such delightful and touching images. At Tech, the images of Christmas came to life in several tradition-filled celebrations. More than 3,000 people gathered at the science quadrangle on the night of Dec. 5 to take part in a celebration that has become a true Tech tradition - the annual Carol of Lights. A torchlight pro- cession by the Saddle Tramps began the 19th year of festivities. Lubbock Mayor Bill McAlister gave the invocation. Sue Shost, Residence Halls Association presi- dent, explained the program ' s theme, ' A Light Seen Around the World. Choirs formed by residents of men ' s and women ' s residence halls, as well as members of the Tech choir, followed with several carols. As the program came to a close, a brilliant burst of color and light provided by 12,000 red, yellow and white shining bulbs lit up the faces in the crowd, and everyone joined together for a final round of song. For three nights in December, the University Center Ballroom was transformed into a medieval dining hall for the annual Madrigal Dinner. Amidst trumpet fanfares and the soft glow of candlelight, diners were treated to a boar ' s head dinner complete with wassail and plum pudding while Madrigal singers, dressed in medieval costumes, strolled around the room singing traditional yuletide songs. Scenes depicting Christmas as celebrated on the Texas frontier were presented during the Candlelight at the Museum program at the Ranching Heritage Center. Among the displays were holiday cookie making, a cowboy ' s Christmas ball, a holiday par- ty and Mexican-style decorations. Christmas cheer pervaded the cam- pus as students in residence halls and organizations sponsored holiday parties and service projects. As part of the UC Children ' s Programs, Santa Claus came to visit with children of students, faculty and staff. A Christmas tree, donated by members of the UC Cultural Exchange Committee, added a touch of Christmas to the UC And, in the true college tradi- tion, students hurried through finals and last-minute shopping to return to their homes for family celebrations. 1. The Carol of Lights iheme, A Light Seen Around the World, is exemplified by the reflec- tion of the lights on the Administration Building on a cold, rainy night. Images of Christmas shine In Tech tradition

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Raider followers ' dream on ' Once a Tech fan, Always a Tech fan It was a dream come true tor the die-hard Raider fan. On Nov. 1, the I crowd at )ones Stadium thundered • Raider Power over and over, ' Happy I Vl-ll circled the field triumphantly, and ' red and black-clad Techsans celebrated as the Double T scoreboard lit up the night with the score: Tech 24, Texas 20. The dream didn ' t last long, however. One week later, disgusted fans returned to Lubbock from Texas Christian University wearing Dump Dockery T- shirts and muttering another one bites the dust. Somehow the Raiders had lost to the lowly Horned Frogs. It is difficult to remain loyal to a losing team, particularly one that demonstrates the ability to win, as the Raiders did (again) at the Homecoming game Nov. 15 It was a cold, snowy day, and no one expected a victory over the bowl- bound Southern Methodist University Mustangs. But still, Tech exes came to Lubbock to enjoy the festivities — the dance Friday night with music by the Maines Brothers, a colorful parade of floats Saturday morning, a barbecue luncheon at the Municipal Coliseum, receptions on campus and at fraternity and sorority houses, and of course, the game. Dedicated Techsans converged on the cold metal seats of )ones Stadium, carrying thick wool blankets and small flasks of bourbon. Comments about the cold drew more attention than the opening kickoff, but soon all eyes were focused on the field. Maury Buford kick- ed a 67-yard punt, his longest of the season, Jamie Harris made an amazing catch, and 42,197 shivering fans sud- denly warmed up as the Raiders ended the half with a 14-0 lead over the Mustangs. While the teams rested in the locker rooms, Debbie Tyler, a senior from Lub- bock, was crowned the 1980 Homecoming Queen. Halttime festivities also included a majestic patriotic show featuring Coin ' Band exes marching in their old positions. The second half remained scoreless, thanks to a strong Raider defense. Once again, surprised fans celebrated a victory. The rest of the season was a disaster, but hope still lives in the heart of the die-hard Raider fan. Win or lose, die- hards of all ages continue to wait for the ultimate dream come true - a trip to the Cotton Bowl. (Clockwise from top left) The cheerleaders run on the field ahead ol the football team carrying banners that spell CO TECH Rynda McReynolds takes out her trustration at the Beat Texas Car Bash, sponsored by the Timettes the day before the University of Texas game Three Raider fans get their guns up during the Texas game Performing at halttime ot the Texas game is Com ' Band member Risa Roberts Kathleen Camp- bell, the Masked Rider, and Happy Vl-ll visit with some fans while waiting for a Tech score. Newly crowned Homecoming Queen Debbie Tyler waves at the crowd Cheerleader Carne Kleypas tinds a warm spot on the sidelines to rest her leg and watch the game against Southern fethodist University Techsans and exes en|oy a Tie One On For Texas party celebrating the victory over the Longhorns- The scoreboard displays the score of the Texas game as night approaches La Ventana -11

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% -m 1. A volunteer worker at the Ranching Heritage Center demonstrates how to prepare an old- fashioned Christmas meal during the Candlelight at the Museum program. 2. As part of the Children ' s Program at the University Center, Santa Claus pays a visit to some children. 3. Two members of the UC Programs Council decorate the DCs Christmas tree. 4. Saddle Tramp Tracy Brown carries his torches high at the start of the Carol of Lights ceremonies. 5. Three participants in the UC ' s Madrigal Dinner entertain diners with sone and food.