University of Georgia - Pandora Yearbook (Athens, GA)

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IGHT LIFE FUN, EXCITEMENT, AND FRIENDS • Janet Harrison • A narrative on nightlife After two days of studying for tests and writing papers, it was a relief when Steph- anie called Wednesday to in- vite me to go out for a night on the town in Athens. After a quick shower and choosing the perfect outfit to wear, I was ready for some fun to re- lieve all this stress. The evening began at eight o ' clock with a group of friends at Bennigan ' s. In be- tween jokes and laughter, we decided to go to the dollar movie at Alps. Because the movie is usually crowded, we had to get there early for the 9:30 pm show. Since it was only 11:00 pm when the movie let out, we decided to go to T.K. Harty ' s for Zoo Night. Dancing and meeting men were the first things on our list. The flash- ing lights and blasting music let me dance my cares away. When T.K. ' s closed at one, our stomachs were growling so we went to the Interna- tional House Of Pancakes. Around 2:30 am, we finally made it back to the dorm and had a couple hours of sleep before our classes on Thurs- day. I could not sleep at all Wednesday night because I had too much fun. I could not believe a person could have so much fun without being on a da te. I guess that is why college students enjoy a European style of group dating instead of dating one on one. Classes on Thursday and Friday passed quickly with the weekend right behind. The weekend began with dollar night at O ' Malley ' s. O ' Malley ' s was full of stu- dents and non-students who needed a place to unwind from the stressful week. Un- fortunately, the club was not really packed with people so we decided to grab a bite to eat at Guthrie ' s and then C m kif ' went to Stonewall ' s for some action. At Stonewall ' s, the atmo- sphere was filled with danc- ing, loud music, and lots of people. After a few hours at Stonewall ' s, we decided to go back to O ' Malley ' s to make sure we did not miss any- thing. Once we got to O ' Mal- ley ' s we immediately began dancing because Wild Thing was playing. At one o ' clock, we finally made it back to the dorm. College life would definite- ly not be complete without a nightlife. Nightlife provides a social outlet that allows students to make the years of college the best they can be. With all the stress college places on students, they must go out every once in a while to relieve the daily pressures of school. These vivacious students are lined up at the entrance way of O ' Malley ' s to get their hands stamped so they can get their feet dancing! Friends gather together with Herbiej himself at his late night local hot spot, Herbie ' s.

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im . RIENTATION A FRESHMAN EXPERIENCE Tamara Thornton • Do you remember that ex- citing day you received your acceptance letter from U.G.A.? Maybe at that time you did not realize what you were getting yourself into, but after you attended one of the two-day summer orienta- tions, you left with a taste of what life would be like as a Bulldog. The summer orientation started off with a presenta- tion in the Tate Center The- ater. Next, the freshmen report- ed to their orientation lead- ers. During this time, the ori- entation groups got the chance to get to know each other and the orientation leaders answered questions concerning the program. Bryan N. Calhoun, a busi- ness major, stated, Orienta- tion was my first glimpse of college life. My orientation leader, Brent Swinton, helped make the transition to college easier and fun at the same time. The agenda then called for students to attend meetings concerning their academic majors. Later, the underclassmen went on to take placement tests in English, Math, His- tory, and Foreign Languages for possible advanced place- ment and or credit. In be- tween testing, they were giv- en an ice cream-break. Next, the students were given free-time to explore the campus and the opportu- nity to meet fellow class- mates. Following free-time, there was a picnic in the Bulldog Room. Then came the exciting skits performed by the orien- tation leaders. They made spoofs out of such TV shows as Days of Our Lives, Jeopar- dy, and the Oprah Winfrey Show. To many freshmen this was the most enjoyable part of orientation. Billie Jo Harvey, a business major, felt it gave the freshmen the opportunity to release many anxieties that they were feel- ing about entering a new en- vironment. Succeeding the skits were the activities Exhibit and the Welcome Celebration Dance held at Georgia Hall in the Tate Center. To some this was not the end of the day. Many students stayed up and ordered pizza and spent time in Brumby ' s Rotunda getting the chance to meet future classmates. The second day of orienta- tion started off with break- fast at 7:30 am. Afterwards, Student LD. pictures were taken. Next, students were intro- duced to the bus system of U.G.A. by taking a campus tour. Then, students headed back to the Tate Center for an explanation of the advis- ing and registration process. Finally, students headed off to the wonderful world of registration land in Memori- al Hall. After this, students head- ed on home. By the end of the orienta- tion session, freshmen left knowing they would always be a Bulldog for the rest of their lives. i L Handing out course guides with smiles on faces are Jonathon Barker, Fran Upton, Maria Thomas. W ST iiiii MmM m , . m .r . ,: . , ,, m