University of Georgia - Pandora Yearbook (Athens, GA)

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J Excitement filled the air as thousands of freshmen poured into Athens from all over the country during the summer. Prospective stu- dents and their parents pulled into the Brumby parking lot to experience the adventure of orientation. All of the freshmen and many of the parents were filled with excitement and anxiety unsure of what they were be- ginning. After a preview in the Tate Stu- dent Center, the students attended confer- ences on financial aid, meal services, campus organizations, and academics. After hours of questions and answers, the fresh- men engaged in activities to meet their peers and quickly made many new ac- quaintances. The orientation leaders treated their followers to a pizza party and then gave them the real scoop on college life. The students listened to learn about helpful bits of information that would make their tran- sition in the fall a little easier. The hectic first day drew to a close, and the freshmen tore off in different directions. Some took the opportunity to get a first taste of the Athens club scene, some hung around the Brumby lobby to find a date to the first football game, and others barely made it back to their rooms in time to drop from exhaustion. No matter where they were or what they were doing, each and every one of them felt overwhelmed, and they were all excited about registration ' s outcome. Day two of orientation brought new stu- dent I.D.s, campus tours, and registration. After receiving their schedule cards, every- one said good-bye to their new friends and the campus knowing that in a few short weeks this would be home. It was two informative days filled with tests, semi- nars and tours around campus that left everyone anxious for fall quarter ' s arriv- Being an orientation ' leader was a dream come true. It was a summer filled with excitement and energy, while also being fun, rewarding and beneficial. Orienta- tion was an experience that I wiJl always re- member. 99 Lane K pton FEATURES 13

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A STROLL THROUGH CAMPUS - le mm,k ndonenls- tion go hand-in-hand as leaders Caroline Frye and Everretl Patrick lead the parents through the campus on an exciting and memorable tour. PLA YING THE ROLES — orientation leaders Vin, Everrett, Bill, and Lane sing their hearts out to the tune of the Brady Bunch theme during the evening skits. They kept everyone laughing and made the first night a great one 1 •5 It 1 — ■VT r m «W 12 FEATURES

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FIRST AND TEN — Many hall residents en|oy athlclif competition between teams This group from Reed Community i playing a match at tag tootball one of the more popular sports NO AIR CONDITIONING BLUES - Residents of halls such as Creswell which do not provide air conditioning could often be found surviving the heat before a collection of fans H s Students, we are pre- VW sented with perplexing j K questions, many whicn ' m L present themselves before ■■ Jj L the first textbook is ever M k opened. Surely one of the 1 biggest decisions we all must make concerns our living arrangements, a decision which af- fects a person ' s entire attitude toward the collegiate experience, making it a factor in an individual ' s success. Residence halls offer convenience and af- fordability, as well as promote involvement in the college througn exposure to many different types of people. On-campus hous- ing is equipped with washer and dryer rooms, kitchens on every hall, and televi- sion lounges. Even though it is against the rules, a few students are able to sneak in microwaves to do some quick cooking. However, at the same time, residence halls limit one ' s privacy and personal space. Another option includes living in an apartment, duplex, condominium, or house. This option gives students the chance to experience an environment a little closer to home. The experience promotes learning responsibilities such as paying bills on time, cleaning the house, and living with others as friends and adults. While advan- tages to this living situation include more privacy and less noise, expenses for items such as utilities and rent complicate the already hectic lifestyle every student leads. Living in a sorority or fraternity house is another solution to the ciuestion of where to live. Living in an antebellum home is some- thing not many students get the chance to do. It is also enjoyable because it gives the brothers and sisters a better chance to get to know one another. Most houses are also conveniently located on a bus line which will take the members straight to class. The choice of where to live is up to the individual and also the parents. Any ex- perience can prove to be a beneficial one, teaching the resident more about becom- ing a responsible adult. A student ' s best bet is to perhaps try living in a variety of atmospheres while having the chance. The experience that the person will gain depends on what is put into it. Living in a dorm room is a unique ex- perience. It is some- thing everyone should do for at least one year. May Chen i 14 FEAT ' RES