University of Idaho - Gem of the Mountains Yearbook (Moscow, ID)

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ampus life can prove hectic at times, and religion was one pillar of support students leaned on while trying to master their majors. For Karen Malm, religion was very impor- tant in establishing friendships. ‘‘Most of my friends have been made at church, because when I came here I only knew a few family members. said Malm, who attended St. Augustine's Catholic Church on campus. Student Vic Bertis, who adheres to the Baha'i faith, said religion helped him to unders- tand his place in life. “My faith stresses the maximizing of human potential, Bertis said. And through this I have come to realize that my area of study should be education.” He also commented on what life at school would Saying her prayers. End of the semester, non— denominational services called masses allowed students at- tending St. Augustine's Catho! Church their last prayers before final examinations. Stacey Romberg contemplated her law school exams during the service. 28. Religion | be like without his faith. “Frustration. I dropped out of school once, and if I didn't have any faith now, I wouldn't know what I was doing.“ Sheila Rippley, also of the Baha'i faith, said regular services atten- dance helped her. I do attend them, but it isn't absolutely necessary to do so, she said. The faith is set up such that an individual can study on his own time, so if ser- vices aren't available, there is no loss in the proliferation of faith. But sometimes cam- pus activities interfered with church involve- ment. Todd Chipman said, There are a lot of committments, and sometimes church takes a back seat. But even so, my faith hasn't diminished. Malm said her involve- ment hadn't changed. But, she said, the in- fluences are different, so I think I am developing new facets to my existing faith. However, religion was not for everyone. Chuck Winegar, an atheist, said, Humans must think to survive, and too often people turn to religion to do their think- ing for them.“ I think that God is an irrational choice, he said. ''You can establish a stronger argument against the existence of God than for his ex- istence. ' But Mike Strub, a member of the Christian Science faith, disagreed with this view. Through reason, I have come to realize that the remarkable harmony and order — and understandability — of the universe is at- tributable to no other cause than a supreme being, he said. Spiritual guide. Dressed In a white robe, Father um Worsley offers students his guidance In social and spirtual relationships. of God. Solutions to college’s challenges were as varied as the students themselves, and not all felt comfortable with the presence of religion on campus. Given the hypothetical statement that religion was alive and well on campus, students reacted with surprise and concern. “Because I think few people express their beliefs, I wouldn't be shocked but a little sur- prised,” freshman Nancy Johnston said. Winegar expressed concern. I would be a bit scared by those who go out of their way to let everyone know their belief. I would be worried about my privacy being invaded, he said. © Standing room only. Leaning over a west UCC wall, students had a bird's—eye view of anti—abortion crosses placed In front of the library.

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Hearty mardi party the previous year because of light rain and wind, but 6,000 spec- tators were there to cheer on about 100 entries. Grand Marshall Mr. Potatohead led an array of bagpipers, kazoo bands, local school groups. floats and zany performers down Main Street. Some of the loudest ap- plause was for The Moscow Chamber of Commerce Welcomes the Bhagwan.” Smiling Guru Elliot Skolnik led his red-clad, chanting followers to the Best Per- formance award. With the parade over, crowd members dispers- ed to the afternoon Gong Show or readied themselves for the even- ing's gala ball. Each year the Beau Arts Ball has outgrown itself. In 1986 Milk Carton Magic. Design students turned ordinary mild carton paper into works of art such as Palouse Ski Bunny, winner of Most Original Float Here Bryan Kirkhart applies finishing touches the ball was held in the SUB Ballroom for the first time. Alcohol is not permitted on campus, but non-alcohlic ''mocktails'' were available. The $10 ball ticket also permitted par- tiers to ride shuttle buses between the SUB and four sponsoring bars. Each year, 25 percent of the profits from Mardi Gras are reserved for next year's celebration, In 1986 more of that money was spent on decorations for the ball and on two bands. The ballroom was transform- ed by Ul art students us- ing black and white balloons, paper, and streamers to cover walls and make chandeliers. The Big Sky Mudflaps provided about 1,200 dancers with country- western music early in the evening, and the well received Crazy 8's took over with a blend of funk rock jazz reggae until 2 a.m. For the first time, dancers could take a break by watching a cabaret showcasing local talent, The ball raised about $12,000, with $7000 go- ing to cover expenses and 85.000 to the galleries, Moscow's Mardi Gras is touted as a communi- ty event, and although for the first time there were more students than locals at the ball in 1986, Buchanan and Giese hoped all parts of the celebration would con- tinue to grow with sup- port from every group in Moscow. We're not going to be satisfied until there are 10,000 people in the Kib- bie Dome, Giese said. Parade Press. Moscow's celebration continued to expand under the direction of Charlotte Buchanan, president of Moscow Mardi Gras, inc. who an- nounced parade entries with Steve Shannon. Mardi Gras was advertised throughout the Nor: thwest on TV, radio, and in print. Old French, New Moscow. Following an old French custom of wearing black and white to hide and equalize the social status of party-goers, these revelers enjoyed a night of equitable fun. Mardi Gras 27

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M A ittle whores and whoremongers. Jed said accusingly, pointing to the bristling crowd of about 100, Brother Jed and Sister Cindy Smock had harsh words for students enjoying the sunshine in front of the library. The message — most col- lege students live in sin, and are hell-bound if they do not change their self-centered lives and turn to God. The husband and wife team visited the UI and Washington State University in late March as part of a cross-country college campus tour to bring their brand of Christianity to students. But at the UI, Christians and non-believers alike were skeptical, if not down-right hostile. You're a hyprocrite and a jerk, Skip Bar- rett told Brother Jed. The Smock's almost comical evangelistic style was targeted for the college audience. Jed shouted the parable of five dormies who love their fornication despite the risk of STD“ (sex- ually transmitted diseases). Audience participation is one of the profess- ed former sinners' most successful aids. In the tale of Horny Harry and Rock n' Roll Rhonda, Jed said. Rhonda likes to. the audience and Jed said іп unison FORN-I-CATE.“ Their technique of name calling is a method used to shock people out of their apathy, Smock said. Most students were just shocked. He's making a total mockery of Christiani- ty, said Michelle Carter. He justs seems to be doing this to get atten- tion. It doesn't have anything to do with Chris- tianity. © Religion 29