University of Texas Austin - Cactus Yearbook (Austin, TX)

BLANTON ADVISERS " . . . Events consisted of study breaks, birthday parties, a talent show, and a tree decorating party at Christmas time. 1 " What I like most about being an adviser is contributing to the homeyness of Blanton Dormitory, " adviser Donna Zinke said. The home-like atmosphere was a quality that Blanton ' s residents found most appeal- ing. But who was responsible for initiating and maintaining that atmosphere? Chair- woman Julie Cox explained that " the ad- visers played a large role in welcoming and helping new residents. " To introduce newcomers to the dorm and to other residents, Blanton advisers spon- sored a number of activities. Events con- sisted of study breaks, birthday parties, a talent show and a tree-decorating party at Christmas time. The advisers even sponsored a " Come-as-your-roommate party! " Mixers with various men ' s dormitories also filled the Blanton girls ' calendars. Christmas caroling, eating out, frequen- ting Water Works hot tub rentals, and celebrating were favorite pastimes. " Advising requires a lot of hard work, but working with my friends is very enjoyable, " said Jennifer Giles, an adviser. The hard work of which Giles spoke were various fundraisers for big events. In spite of the tedious Texan paperstuffs, candy sales and T-shirt sales, the advisers remained cheerful as they strengthened their friendships. " Starry, Starry Night, " Blanton ' s semi- formal, was the biggest adviser-sponsored event of the year. In keeping with the party ' s theme, the Texas Federation of Women ' s Club was decorated with flowers, candles, plants and celestial facsimiles. As all good things must come to an end, the Blanton advisers ended their year by tap- ping in new advisers for 1983. Old and new advisers camped out at McKinney Falls, near Austin, building campfires and roasting marshmallows. As the new advisers became acquainted with each other, the advisers of 1982 said " adieu " to a busy but fun-filled year. by Monique Bordelon " . ; FIRST ROW: Lori Ann Goodley, Elizabeth Ann Ussery, Edith Ann Surtees, Eva Rosannc A velar, Julie Marie Cox. SECOND ROW: Leslie Len Pettijohn, Donna Patricia Zinke, Robin Kimberly Mosher, Pierrette Leigh Tussay, Lori Ruth Nyfeler, Jennifer Raye Giles, Noemi Herrera, Janet Marie Perez. THIRD ROW: Sara Alicia Vichareli, Marie Elaine Boozer, Gardenia Lynne Wilson, Stephanie Elizabeth Lane, Ann Marie Fin- ney, Elizabeth Anne Mudd, Bambijo Fulton, Margaret Louise Flores. FOURTH ROW: Susan Goodrum, Meriwether Lee Felt, Kelly Marie Allen, Debra Denise Ford, Dawn Celeste Dickson, Sandra Dee Smith, Susan Gloria Rocha, Mary Louise Dieterich. 338 Blanton Advisers