West Virginia Wesleyan College - Murmurmontis Yearbook (Buckhannon, WV)

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fVluppets Rainbow Connection ' ' Begins Fury Fall came to campus with its bright leaves and crisp air. Along with this came a feeling of excitement as Homecoming festivities began. Weeks of planning turned into a weekend of enjoyment for students and alumni. The spirit came alive with the an- nouncement of the 1983 theme, The Muppets Rainbow Connection With Wesieyn and Friends. Organizations were assigned Muppet characters to portray on their floats and the top secret planning began. One of the first activities was held on Friday October 7, in Wesley Chapel. The Founders Day Convoca- tion, honoring alumni who devoted their lives to fulltime Christian voca- tions, kicked off festivities at 1 1 :00. it was a time for alumni to honor the school, as well as to be honored. Ross and Olive Culpepper gave a replica of the Cokesbury College Bell as a gift in memory of their parents during the ceremony. Two men received honorary degrees at this time. Mr. Robert Scott Foltz, president of Goodwill In- dustries in Pittsburgh, received a Doctor of Humane Letters degree. Mr. Richard Lee Wright, senior pastor at Bridgeport United Methodist Church, received a Doctor of Divinity degree. The final award presentation was the Founders Award. Begun in 1965, the award is presented to distin- guished leaders in a variety of fields. This year ' s recipient was Dale E. Turner, retired pastor and Seattle Citizen of the Year for 1983. Dr. Turner also delivered the sermon en- titled What the World Needs Now. At 6:30, ceremonies began for the queen ' s coronation. The sisters of Sigma Alpha lota set the mood for the evening by performing The Rainbow Connection. The Masters of Ceremony, seniors Randy Brown and Scott Zurrelato, introduced the twelve members of the Freshman Honor Court. The class attendants and five members of the court were then escorted forward. The tense, nervousness of the evening was over upon the an- nouncement of Mindy Forman ' s election as Homecoming Queen. The sisters of Alpha Gamma Delta came to their feet and surrounded the new queen, serenading her with Follow Me. ikl, Atop the Freshman Class float, members of the Homecoming Court ride In the parade. As a member of the Freshman Honor Court, Jannette McCauley awaits the an- nouncement of the queen. Traditions 21

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Ready to announce the members of the Homecoming Court, seniors Randy Brown and Scott Zuffelato check their notes. Before their pregame show, the Bobca- dettes participate in the Homecoming parade. Members of the Homecoming Court in- clude. Front Row; Dorina Helnick, Mindy Forman and John Harbert. Back Row: Karen Watkins, Mary Mackenzie, Debbie Dean, Lee Ann Patton, Robin Holt, Nancy Childers, Carolyn Schultz and Suellyn Oskamp. A favorite at any parade. Secretary of State A. James Manchin waves to parade-watchers. 20 Traditions

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Receiving his honorary Doctor of Diviniti degree, Rev. Richard Lee Wright accept| the diploma from Dr. Hugh A. Latimer. Ready to become a Homecoming queeH herself, flowergirl Dorina Helmick carriej the roses during Coronation ceremonies. R ainbow Connection (cont.) The congregation received tapers that they lit as they exited the building, lining up on either side of the walk leading to Benedum Hall. As the queen passed, they ex- tinguished the light. A reception followed in Benedum Lounge, Comedian Steve Landesburg entertained in the Social Hall for who wa ited to hear the former Barney Miller star. But, for many, Friday was to be a long evening that began right after coronation ceremonies and lasted into the wee hours of Saturday morning, as they tried to complete their floats. Some grabbed a few hours of sleep, only to rise and put the finishing touches on the float before the 10:00 parade. Following the parade, many opted for shirts and tshirts to catch a few rays during the unseasonably Freshman Honor Court members include: Lauren Coleman, Jannette McCauley, Lynn Schaper, Mary Beatty, Lisa McLeister, Amy Carlough, Amy Mock, Kari Parsons, Melissa Smith and Homecoming Queen Mindy Forman. warm afternoon. They enjoyed a pic- nic on Jekins lawn, before heading to the football game. The climax of the weekend, students cheered on the Bobcats during the slow-moving football game against W.V. Tech. But the loss didn ' t dampen the spirits of students and alumni as they wit- nessed one of the final events of Homecoming. During the evening, Lionel Hampton and his orchestra entertained those who weren ' t too exhausted from the activities. As the festivities wound down, Homecoming became just a memory to those who experienced it. The floats were taken apart and the satin gowns were put in the closet as a reminder of all that had happened. by Amy Mock 22 Traditions