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

Cultural enhancement University dorm system Michael Stravato tudents did more than just study at the University. The campus provided many extra- curricular and cultural opportunities. It was just a matter of deciding how to spend one ' s time. No one could have done all there was to do during their stay at the University. In fact, many students were not even aware of the possibilities. There were over 800 registered student organizations in which to participate, ranging from anti-apartheid groups to David Letterman fanatics. Student publications and the new student radio station provided ways to gain experience in those fields. As far as entertainment was concerned, the University had it all. The Arts Complex had numerous offerings throughout the year, such as the Austin Symphony, Austin Ballet, Broadway shows and concerts. Student productions, such as plays and sym- phony concerts, were almost always available at fairly reasonable ticket prices. The Texas Union was the perfect place for fun and cheap recreation. Students could always be found in the movie theater, bowling alley, billiards room and video games room. At night, the Tavern hosted local musicians and was a popular spot for drinking and dancing. For the cultural appetite, several art museums were located on campus. At the Texas Memorial Museum, one could see huge dinosaur footprints, discovered not far from Austin. At the Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center, one could see the world ' s first photograph or one of the few copies of the Gutenberg Bible. The Archer M. Huntington Art Gallery, located in the Art Building, featured changing exhibits of national importance. Obviously, there was no shortage of opportunities for students to get involved at the University of Texas at Austin. by Amanda Youngblood 6 Uniquely Texas