Butler University - Carillon / Drift Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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Spirit of Oktoberfest makes Homecoming festive The theme was Octoberfest , as But- ler students and alumni joined forces for the 1981 Homecoming festivities. Spirit and pride filled the hearts of enthusiastic students found participating in events that included climbing a greased pole, hu- manly paddling a rubber raft across Hol- comb pond, and steering a pushmoblle down the streets of ol ' B.U. The men of Lambda Chi Alpha won the prestigious overall award for their out- standing showing In the event competi- tions, and for being voted most spirited along with the women of Alpha Phi. Cap- turing the awards for the most creative banners and house decs were Kappa Al- pha Theta and Phi Kappa PsI. This traditional weekend, organized by Mortar Board, was highlighted by many annual events, Including a Sigma Chi vic- tory over Phi Delta Theta in the chariot race, a balloon derby sponsored by the women of Kappa Kappa Gamma, a remi- niscent performance of the alumni band, and a colorful pre-game parade through campus. Lisa Miller, Alpha Chi Omega, v as crowned 1981 Homecoming Queen at the halftlme festivities of the afternoon foot- ball game, and that evening reigned over the Homecoming Dance, as the stars shone over the Sheraton West. HOMECOMING ROYALTY ... As her court looks on, queen Lisa Miller, escorted by Steve Williamson, accepts ttie traditional crown and roses. A SALUTE TO THE SMALL PEOPLE . Ttie march- ing band took to their knees, as this trio entertained fans during halftime festivities. home-coming; 25

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COMING ASHORE . . . Jayne Good and Chris White reach for dry land during a wet afternoon of raft race competition. THAT ' S ONE SLICK POLE . . Greasing the pole can be a messy job, but Paris Roach doesn ' t mind as long as the ladder is between them. IN STORE FOR VICTORY . . Enthusiastic students have a lot to cheer about, as the Bulldogs bring a Homecoming victory to the Butler Bowl. 24 home-com-ing

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Cartwright captures the queen ' s crown and roses for 1982 Glamour and pageantry returned once again to Parent ' s Weekend as Patricia Cartwright, a senior pharmacy major from Crothersville, Ind. and member of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority, was crowned Miss Butler 1982. A trophy, roses, and a $300 scholarship were presented to the new Miss Butler by last year ' s recipient, Moni- ca Cantrell, and the YMCA, who sponsors this scholarship pageant annually. Cartwright, who chose to sing New York State of Mind in the talent competi- tion, felt that her determination to be her- self and have fun with the pageant were major contributions to her success. Many thanks from all of the contestants went to pageant directors Steve McKen- zie and Beth Perkins for their dedication and encouragement. Based on talent, swimsuit, evening gown and personal interview scores, the judges, who were members of the Miss Indiana Board, awarded the $200 first runner-up scholarship to vocalist Jamie Guin, a Public and Corporate Communica- tions major from Kokomo, Ind. Second runner-up Diane Fitzgerald, a dance ma- jor from Ridgefield, Ct., received a $100 scholarship. Musical breaks between competitions displayed the talented efforts of Cantrell and Butler ' s swing choir. LADY SINGS THE BLUES . . . First runner-up, Jamie Guin, entertains the audience during the talent com- petition with a vocal medley of selections by Henry Mancini. THE AWAITED CROWNING . . . Pageant festivities reach a climax as Patricia Cartwright is crowned Miss Butler 1982 by last year ' s recipient t onica Cantrell. 26 miss but-ler