Ball State University - Orient Yearbook (Muncie, IN)

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Close encounters of all kinds Ke Commiseration among everyone helped to turn the tragedies into comedies, an example set by Red Skelton in the Fall when he warmed the campus with his cordial wit. The year proved true Murphey’s Law: “Anything that can go wrong will go wrong.” But despite the hardships, students stretched themselves to their fullest potential. Some pulled all nighters, functioning without sleep for 72 hours in order to land assignments on time. Others sacrificed valuable study time, at the expense of high grades to help a friend wade through a problem. i wae % Jeg en Many poured their talents and energies into organizations, working together for common goals. The Cardinal football team persistently battled, trying to quench the MAC title. Some students boogied 48 hours to raise funds for muscular dystrophy, while others spent Thanksgiving break in Appalachia and Kentucky helping needy families. Getting a rush, to join or not to join, that was the question not only for freshmen, but for sophomores and juniors, both men and women. Both Greeks and independents, espousing one view or the other, had established preconceptions. (WEV) A rare moment, to be alone sometimes could prove to be a fruitless quest on campus. To just sit by one’s self, think about the day, collect thoughts, get one’s head together. (WEV) Put on a happy face. Was this the face that launched a thousand lawn decks? This co-ed, donning costume and make-up, participated in the Homecoming parade which was led by the grand marshall, Red Skelton, the king of clowns. (WEV) Close Encounters +x 7

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6 xx Close Encounters The end of another day, it might be Miller-time in Muncie for this man, walking the rain-soaked streets around campus, heading home at the end of a day of hassles, happiness, a typical day of wins and losses. (WEV) i % Sa a

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8x Close Encounters ” sal Tay sainiegiaiiatiattibbidmamnaauiaennmiadimumiaiaal A feverish air of competition gripped the campus throughout the strenuous struggles of Bike-A- Thon. As the largest events on campus, Bike-A- Thon brought Greeks and independents both together-as spectators and apart-as competitors Like the stationary hub of a swirling wheel, the Student Center was a base-point for on-going stu- dent activity and organizations. Between classes, the bookstore and Tally buzzed with noisy clamor, as various student offices housed meetings, planning groups, and “rap” sessions.