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

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r I End almost in sight Jim Sigmon by Christi Mance In every race, as the runners pass the halfway mark, they evaluate themselves. As students neared mid-terms, they checked their progress so far. Once the halfway mark was passed, students SPRINGTIME SIGHT: The bleachers in front of the Tpwer are a popular spot for sunbathing and studying during the spring semester. The bleachers are assembled around spring break each year for graduation ceremonies in May. STUDY BREAK: A student decides that sleep is more im- portant than his Speech Communication text- book. A DISTINGUISHED CROWD: UT Presi- dent William Cunningham, members of the Lady Longhorn basketball team, and Coach Jody Con- radt Hook Em during a pep rally before the women ' s NCAA championship. realized they were in the home stretch and the year would soon end. While some were pacing themselves well, others found they were slightly behind, and had to quicken their pace to catch up. Students asked questions of themselves about what was really wanted from the semester. Was the A that seemed so important in September or January still as important in November or April? Another sort of preparation began at this point. Students began to see the finish line, and readied themselves for a strong finish. Still on Track 1 5

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A CAPITOL VIEW: From the Observation Deck on top of the Tower, the Austin skyline does not appear as threatening. Most of the high rise con- struction that has been going on for a few yean has ended, and Austin ' s skyline is once again uncluttered.