Arkansas State University - Indian Yearbook (Jonesboro, AR)

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Center Events ASU ' s Convocation Center, a 1 0,523 seat arena, is the center for many activities such as meetings, concerts, basketball, shows, graduation, and special events.

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Convocation Increase Opportunities At the entrance to Olympic Drive, a plaque proudly dis- plays the names of Arkansas State university ' s Olympic medal winners. The placement of that special marker com- memorating the achievement of dreams is especially appro- priate, for at the end of Olympic Drive stands another monu- ment to the achievement of dreams - ASU ' s Convocation Center. The 18.3 million dollar arena is indeed a focal point of ASU and will serve the city as well as the Midsouth region as a gathering place for educational, cultural, athletic, and convention activities. The Convocation Center has already been put to use for graduation, Ice Capades, and George Strait. Other events included Hank Williams, Jr., and Night Ranger. The 10,523 seat arena is unique in design. Because of the floating roof structure there are no support columns to obstruct the view of anyone in the audience. There is not a bad seat in the arena. The Convocation Center is complete with a running track, volleyball and basketball courts. It also has meeting rooms, offices, and dressing facilities. Not only will the Convocation Center be an asset to the community, but it will greatly enhance opportunities of all ASU students because of the varied activities that it can pro- vide. Hank Williams, Jr., entertainer of the year, plays to a sell out crowd. KM 2 Hank Williams, Jr. sings to all his rowdy friends. 4 George Strait entertains the audience with his special brand of music. George Strait sings to a near capacity crowd.

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Graduation The commencement exercise held on May 8 at 7:30 p.m. was the first activity held in the Convocation Center. Governor Bill Clinton was the chief speaker to the 635 graduates. As the world, as a whole, becomes more and more competitive having an edu- cation becomes more and more impor- tant, said Clinton. I know the future de- termination of our welfare in the world is going to be our education. Of the 635 graduates, 7 graduated with a specialist degree, 94 with masters, 479 with bachelors, and 55 with associate degrees. Graduating with honors were Kay But- terfield of Kent, Ohio and Clarissa McClain of Warren. A minimum of 3.5 GPA and a top 10 ranking of students in their respective colleges is required. Graduating magna cum laude were 24 students. Students graduating cum laude totaled 25. A reception for the graduates and guests immediately following the ceremo- ny was sponsored by the ASU Alumni As- sociation. Governor Bill Clinton, President Eugene Smith and other administrators watch the graduation ceremony. 6 An over-view of the 635 graduates.