University of Central Oklahoma - Bronze Book Yearbook (Edmond, OK)

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Not all CSU Broncho boosters go all out with school spirit as Duane Qualls, Kenny Thomas and Paul Qualls do in spelling out their school's initials on their faces. Thats Spirit!! Ifwagjfi

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Innovations '85 The political scene in America un- derwent a striking innovation during the 1984-85 school year with the premiere of the first woman, Con- gresswoman Geraldine Ferraro, to run as a vice-presidential candidate. This event, following the recent ap- pointment of Sandra Day O'Connor to the Supreme Court contributed to the emerging new attitude in society concerning the roles of women in American life. In sharp contrast to the anti-estab- lishment generation of the sixties and early seventies, today's class of col- lege students are largely corporate oriented, majoring in business man- agement, marketng, accounting, computer science, advertising and other study programs that will funnel them into the realms of the high-tech, high-dollar world which it appears to- morrow will be. Similarly, Oklahoma has under- gone some significant personality changes. Gpen bars had become commonplace even before liquor- by-the-drink was passed in the fall of 1984. Parimutuel betting on horse racing is indicative of a break from the Bible-belt morality of the past. Raising of the legal age for drinking, however, reflected growing concern over drunk-driving. Bobbed haircuts, twisted beads, OP. T-shirts, cropped pants, new wave music, ties and other masculine dress for women, preppy styles for men, a return to shorter hair styles, pointed shoes and Punk innovations were typical trappings of the 1984- 85 college student. Without a clear view of the innova- tions that lie ahead, the student of today finds himself preparing for everything and anything that could possibly come out tomorrow, innova- tions that he most likely will have helped create. A A hush overcomes the stands of Wantland stadium without quieting the spirit that lingers.

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Student Life The after-classes and over-the-weekend activities are what truly make up the life of the CSU student. Whether living on campus or commuting thirty minutes each way to classes, all students aim to manage their time with plenty of room for social enrichment. lt's difficult for a university which caters largely to the working population of Oklahoma City and the surrounding area to provide activities that will include all ages, religions and ethnic groups. Even so, students find innovative ways to break through any barriers in order to obtain relaxation and peace of mind. Without the advantage of being in a typical college town, students venture frequently to nearby campuses to find their good times. Okla- homa City provides a nearby setting for hungry socialities to spend their time and money without having to plan for a weekend trip. Closer to home, CSU sporting events continued to boast plenty of avenues through which avid Broncho fans could find pride in the University outside the academic arena. Various clubs and organizations set up on-campus activities in an effort to promote unity among stu- dents. In effect, students in their own ways have many opportunities to make their life at Central State what they want it to be. Through their dealings in life during their college years, todayfs students are better equipped to deal with the innovations of tomorrow. Innovations 85