Chicora College for Women - Nods and Becks Yearbook (Columbia, SC)

Text from Pages 1 - 176 of the 1987 volume:

A View From Within • • • Queens College Charlotte NC Arete' 1987 Starting young and fresh from a distance students learn with each passing year. A journey from the distant freshman to the knowledgeable seniors, from mind boggling academics to social activities, it takes students four years to get the view from within Queens. Learning to cope with the stress of college life can be tedious, but seniors Katie Ives and Tammy Schriefer religiously watch Days of Our Lives ' preparing themselves for life on the outside. College friends last forever. Ho one will forgot all the new things friends try together. Well, college friends also know when to give encouragement. Going to the campus P.O. can be a feat for any student. Here, Jessica Sognier has balanced her belongings and is on the way to an overflowing mailbox (hopefully). 2 activities. So, balancing social life with academics makes students view life in a different way. Diane Caldwell carefully prepares her fingernails as she gets ready for a relaxing weekend. Freshmen, Virginia Covington and Nancy Brillant, mug for a pre- party shot. Later they attended the Welcome back mixer in Morrison Dining Mall. A View From Within . student. Living in a world that they make, students have to combine discipline with having fun. Mo parties or mid- night movies before those midterms. But, an occasional lawn concert or a wild night on the town can not be excluded from college life. Students no longer need to have decisions made for them. They are solely responsible for their own n a J9 rf A different world. A world full of friends, new experiences, and an introductory course to reality. Learning to be independent, your own boss; having to deal with stress, successes and failures. This is a general view from within a college. The view from within Queens is a unique one seen from the eyes of students, faculty and administrators. First is the On a warm summer day, Elian Thompson, demonstrates her artistic abilities with sand for a group of curious onlookers at Queensfest. Queensfest was a new type of fund raiser for the college this year. WWW 3 Listening to the Cruis-o- Matics at the Octoberfest lawn concert, KD pledges soak up the sun before going back into the Everret refrigerator to study. riicki Wilson watches as her roommate fixes her hair for her cap and gown. Senior recognition day is the first day that seniors get to strut their stuff. . . . The World next, is the view from the college faculty. The challenges they expect students to meet and also, the friendships students make with the older, mature personnel of Queens. Faculty members encourage, frustrate and laugh with their students. They interject their life experiences along with the subjects that they teach. Students leam and grow from these peculiar relationships. The students grow on the material as well as the faculty leam new things from the student. It is good to know, however, that faculty are human. Especially, at outdoor picnics in Morrison Quad, students see faculty getting a beer or perhaps sitting on the ground eating and it makes students realize that faculty are not Greek gods that have descended from Mount Olympus but, are just like us . . . human. Mary Holland and Leslie Banks, get in last minute drill questions before their test that starts in ten minutes. A Margaret Bell takes a brief moment on her way to class to stick a reminder on Ellen Absire's typewriter about a meeting. Dr. Billy Wireman, Denise Deter-Rankin and her husband Richard discuss the success of Queensfest, a new fund raiser for Queens. Shanng private jokes, Stephanie Kerns and Leslie Banks, are happy about all the men on campus and the cool sounds of the Cruis-o-matics. Lynne Laughlin, Sonia Guion, and Sara Thomas share a Saga meal during Orientation. The Orientation leaders ate before the freshmen because they helped serve the sit-down meal. Lisette Hasbum and Rogers, resting before walking to their next class, talk about all the activities Chi Omega will be involved in this year. After supper Meghan Rouan and Mellie Henderson cool out and tell of summer adventures and plan for the year ahead. Hearing a name screamed out Becky Garrett and Lori Simmons turn to see to whom the voice belongs. Miles White sit on the cement in front on Everrett Library sketching the north end of Watkins Art Building. Of Queens. Finally, the administration takes its place in the overall view of Queens. The administration makes sure that the students and faculty are working together as a team. They keep the college running smoothly. Administrators are a vital part of the atmosphere of Queens. They too socialize with the students, giving them yet another view of the outside world as coordinators. There arae many views that can be taken from within Queens College itself, and nowhere in the world can the same view be found. The students, faculty, and administration are the inside parts of Queens, the center of a golden heart, always open to new people and ideas. STUDENT LIFE A VIEW FROM WITHIN Enter the Queens College campus and you are at once taken with its charm, timelessness, and transcendence. It is a garden where the young and the old plant, cultivate and grow. Here, the excitement of discovery' empowers, renews, and energizes the boundless world of ideas. Indeed, everything begins with an idea. Where else could it begin? Here, mystery, awe and wonder conspire to nurture the joy of learning. We want to know. Human curiosity is insatiable. To seek and find meaning for our knowledge is the beginning of an enlightened journey. At Queens, intellectual and moral seedlings are being planted, which some day will be giant oaks, standing tall, strong, with deep roots, exuding strength and confidence for generations to come. Here, we find professors interacting with students, transforming human hopes into human fulfillment; human potential into human actuality. The result is confident, caring, competent, morally sensitive human beings whose intellect is animated by ethical values. It is at the Chapel where the soul encounters its destiny; where we find the meaning of it all — the seamless connection between the life of the mind and the life of the spirit. Plumb the depths of the human spirit and we discover the Transcendent, that impenetrable, inescapable Mystery, which energizes our search. We are in a constant state of becoming. We never quite are. This is our time in history, our time on earth; and we should spend that time building a just, enlightened and humane society. Queens, then, is an Eternal Poem, an Eternal Quest: a place for noble dreams, enlightenment, reflection, friendship, fellowship, and fun. It is yours. It is mine. It is ours. It belongs to both the ages and the future. Rejoice and embrace it! Billy O. Wireman President rientation '86 Nancy Kazmierski prepares for the arrival of the freshmen. Freshmen listen to another lecture of dorm life. Allison Frantz and Michelle McQurk organize a group of freshmen for their trip to Woody Woodwards. crabby roommates, scheduled meals, and the lack of reliable transportation. They invaded Carowinds in screaming pink tee- shirts singing Violent Love at the top of their lungs and waved good-bye to summer from the top of Thunder Road! They learned that matching comforters were practically required and bussed to Southpark Nall to get them. Overall, orientation was a fast- paced bonding, a time of making friends. be homesick; schedules were full and there was an abundance of new friends and experiences to cope with. The outdoor indoor course at Woody Woodward s gave new meaning to the phrase I can get by with a little help from my friends! Freshmen learned about each other as well as the Queens College traditions that make up campus life. They learned to deal with dorm life — community showers. Apprehension gave way to comprehension as surely as disorientation gave way to Freshmen orientation during the week of August 22 through August 29 '86. A glorious hodgepodge of events ranging from advisor meetings to that first succulent piece of Domino s pizza made up the sometimes frenzied, sometimes mellow, always exhilerating seven days. After the initial good-byes there was no time to Ii j After lunch, freshmen sit around trying to get to know each other. Elaine Bolton, a Resident Assistant in Harris Dorm, explains some rules to the new students. 11 t Finally getting her luggage out of her room, Betsy By- ron stacks it in the hall. Mo place like home. Lane Klotzberger tries to pull her room into some order. In The Beginning . . . . . . there was much mass (confu- sion) and empty space (in the dorm). But on the first day this was sowed by the entrance of the freshmen to their new world. They trooped sheets, pil- lows, clothes, pictures, and teddy bears, along with other necessities of making the dorm cozy. After the hike into the room, it was time to organize the chaos of the room. And then on the third day, the upperclassmen arrived and moved in their dorms. By the end of the fourth day all the rooms had been transformed into an in- dividualized room especially designed for its two occupants, though this chaos was controlled, more was created when the girls spotted old friends and even new acquaintances. The dorms and campus were filled with the sounds of Last, but not least, Tami Ox- ley makes her bed after she moves into her home-away- from-home. Making sure the poster is se- cure, Mary Helen Allen tapes the poster up to make her room homey . leatly folding up her lothes, Michelle Allbright tress that cleanliness is ext to godliness. voices and laughter. Then on the fifth day of school, the Queens girls created their schedules. This day had a special name. Registrar tion Day. After previously meeting with their advisors, the students trooped off to the library to stand in line for their schedules, meal cards, and i.d.'s. Finally, on the sixth day classes be- gan for the Queens Campus. Though the previous week had been fun, the girls were excited at the prospect of get- ting back to the academic part of col- lege life. The Coming Of Age For three years the class of 1987 had been looking forward to this day. At 9:20. September 9, 1986, the seniors made the anticipated march into Belk Chapel and listened intensely to their selected speaker. Dr. Richard Goode, whob addressed them on the subject Barbar's Children: Or How to Facilitate Maximum Poetentialization For Actualizing Pre-identified Contingencies.” The day concluded with a keg party in front of Long Dorm held exclusively for seniors, faculty and administration. Ruth Charron, Donna Muskgrove, Carolyn Jenkins, Faye Stokes and Miriam Sidey anticipate their march down the aisle of Belk Chapel. Although the senior class had ransomed their regalia. Dr. Goode, Jane Hadley, and Dr. Hadley, arrived at the Senior Breakfast in rare form. Look out hell, look out heaven, we re the class of '87!! Caught up in the excitement of Senior Recognition Day. Cathy Poral, senior class president, addresses her fellow classmates at the Senior Breakfast. 14 Dr. Goode, the featured speaker, addresses the crowd on how Barbarisms invade the English Language. Afterwards, seniors rejoice their recognition in front of Belk Chapel. Sarah Thomas, an enthusiastic senior, marches wildly through the dorms the night before. Teresa Conner and Ellen Thompson display the ransomed ' goods'' to the public. Hurry! The first year of college is a time of new experiences and changes that can affect the rest of a person's life. The weekend of Rush, September 18-21, was no exception. It was a very exciting and trying time for 70 Freshmen and a few Sophomores. An orientation was held for all girls interested in becoming a Greek. A slide show gave an overview to help the Rushees prepare for what was ahead. The Sorority Sing presented by all Greek Sisters displayed the love and unity between the houses and encouraged the Rushees to become a part of the fun. On Thursday night, parties were only fifteen minutes long and each Rushee went to each house where the sisters rushed from girl to girl meeting each one and asking a few questions. Friday night's parties eased some of the fears. as the girls became more familiar with each sorority. On Saturday, thirty minutes skits were presented. The Chi Omegas presented the Rushees with a journey to find the right sorority through the production of Chi O Oz . The Kappa Deltas brought back to life many old and famous stars with their presentation of Moviola . The Phi Mu's held captive audiences with their travel through time with Pinky's Place Alpha Delta Pi bee-bopped with the Rushees to Alphie's Pop Shop The last day of the parties were marked by different rituals and were very emotional. After the last party the Rushees went back to their dorm rooms to wait and hope for the best. It was a frustrating and exasperating time but the shouts of joy when the bids were received proved that it was worth the wait. Being engulfed by a wave of Rushees, Amy Church gives an introduction to the slide show. EB MKMi m To Keep all those rushees from being lonely during their wait to get into Chi Omega Land, the Chi Omegc Sisters created people'' to keep the rushees entertained. Using the Kappa Delta circus, Hope Tarantelli, Cricket Kostbade, and Becky Garrett show how stable and sane a sorority can be. ©eel Martha Frazier and Janet Fipp show an interested Rushee the different kinds of collectable treasures that the Phi Mu sisters have collected. How for your next video Alpha Delta Pi Stars Beth Wilson and Joy Plemmons will rock you to the A.D.Pi Beat. £ IA KURDT and BRENDA VARNER show rushees the bond between Sisters grow with a song and ce skit during a Party. Fall Into Rush '86 RUSH is an extremely hectic but exciting time on Queens College Campus. It is a time of mixed emotions from scared and worried to anticipation and having fun. From the Sisters' side of Rush, there is a tremendous amount of preparing to do. Plans for Rush begin in September. Thirteen parties required a lot of time and many closed weekends. Extensive cleaning of the houses, moving furniture, decorating the houses, gathering up the costumes, and creating and practicing the skits were all necessary in making Rush such a success. The Greek Sisters felt that meeting as many new students as possible was a benefit to the rushees as well as the houses. Sisters from Alpha Delta Pi, Chi Omega, Kappa Delta, and Phi Mu tried to get the message across to others that the Sororities offered friendship, service, scholarship, and a terrific time. In other words. Go Greek. The dedication of the Sisters paid off. The parties went well and many of the rushees decided to pledge. Bid Night topped Rush off with excitement as the new pledges ran to each house, and the relief that another successful Rush was completed. As rushees wait outside the Chi Omega house, The Sisters on the inside prepare to take each rushee to the land of Omega. 19 Debbie Hull, Alicia Phillips, and Anna Moore are getting some sun while listening to the Cruis-o-Matics during Octoberfest. Octoberfest Food, Friends, Fast Times Octoberfest is the second big ' party'' that occurs in the fall. For the Freshmen it is their first exposure to Queens Parties. Octoberfest is a 3-day occasion with an informal dance on Friday night, a formal dance on Saturday and the Lawn concert on Sunday afternoon in the Academic Quad. This year however, there was only an informal dance on Saturday night. This came about because there were not enough people to have two dances. The Special Events committee decided that an informal dance on Saturday night would cover the demand to party. Everyone who participated in Octoberfest had a great time. The Cruis-o-matics sang old rocK-in-roll tunes on a hot Sunday afternoon to a crowd of one hundred listeners. eh HG m m Sandwiched in by two guys, Meg Stanley coolly absorbs the atmosphere. Johnsye White protests to the music at the informal dance Saturday night. Dancing in front of the Cruis-o- matics, Amy Church, Ashley Whishett, Kelly Billingsley, and her friend take a study” break during a hard fall semester. LJ -4 III All IS :■ :r ■ • . ■ ■■■ - 7A After having a bit too much after Tai Chi Chuan Class, the class went for a rousing night on the town and found how potent little cups of saki can be. Yucca strangles and hugs her roommate Paula, at the same time, trying to make up for the names she had just called Paula while talking to Glamour Magazine. If you like drama, then you would have enjoyed the fall drama production. It consisted of two one-act plays. The two plays that were performed in Dana Auditorm were The Art of Ml Lights Camera Action Self Defense and My Cup Runneth Over. The Art of Self Defense tells about the lives of five women as they go through a Tai Chi Chuan class and come together. The performers in this play were Melanie Cease as C.Y., Mary Virginia Covington as Frannie, Susanne Everhart as Elizabeth, Margaret Fowlkes as Jan, and Katie Ives as Ruth. My Cup Runneth Over was a play concerning a writer and her unconventional, singing roommate. This play used comedy to demonstrate how roommates that are so different can learn to get through their problems. The Queens Players gave an outstanding performance each night they played. On Admissions night they performed for a sold out audience. h f jO Ruth, Jan, C.Y., and Frannie walk in slow motion feeling the powerful forces of Tai Chi Chuan. After fighting over who is the sloppiest. Yucca and Paula start badgering each other about how successful Yucca may become leaving Paula with her floundering writing career. 23 Christmas Celebration Queens has a traditional Christmas each year. It begins with the lighting of the Christmas Tree in Burwell. Next on Reading Day Students get to take a break and join the Yule Log Ceremonies outside in the dorm quad. That is proceeded by the Moravian Love Feast, which brings about the reminder of what Christmas is truly about. The most festive ceremony is last. This is the Boar's Head dinner. Valkyrie march down the aisle in Morrison bearing the Boar's Head. There was a new addition to the Boar's Head Ceremonies this year. The Queens College Dance Troupe performed ritual dance from Old England. Good tidings filled the campus as the students filed out of the dining hall singing carols. Queens Students light the Lori Hare and Marcie Saylor candles during Yule Tide while parade the Boar's Head through singing favorite carols. the dining Room. Pam Reynolds puckers up to Lisa Hiser, Emily Macey, and summon members of Valkyrie Jennifer Fox lead the way down that practice is about to begin, the aisles in Morrison with IT f Mary Johnson cautiously waits for her cue and wishes that the trumpeteer would not not announce the beginning of the feast so loudly. Katie Mason. Susan Hooks, Elizabeth Barbour, and Leslie Ivestor watch intently as members of the troupe perform the first part of their dance. Leslie Ivester, Susan Hooks and Katie Mason begin the dance performance. Queens College Choir provides heart warming carols to the audience at Boar's Head dinner. Jennifer Fox and Lisa Hiser await their turn to enter the dinning hall. The lighted pathway provides a special glow so that the followers can find the way to the Tree Lighting in Burwell circle. 27 Parents' Weekends Mom's And Dad's Visit Queens Coilege campuses are very unique communities. They provide a transition from adolescence to adulthood while enriching and expanding the horizons of a student at the same time. Life at a college is a mix of the serious and funny — of hard work and good times. Queens is no different, but it has chosen to make this uniqueness an asset. The atmosphere is thick with energetic creativity and change. Students come to Queens and immediately begin to feel the pull and tug of these changes, and are eager to explore their own personalities. But a parent may not be so happy about these changes. Parents worry about their children when they are out on their own. They have heard all of those college stories — they know. So, Queens encourages parents to visit the campus during the year to get a feel for the atmosphere that is now nurturing their daughters. Annually, Mother's and Father's weekend are celebrated at Queens and looked upon with much anticipation. This year fathers could take their daughters to a dance in the gym, then a softball game, then out to a popular night spot that had been especially reserved for Queens Queens students and their guests. The busy schedule saved many father's from the dreaded shopping. For Mother's weekend a wonderful brunch was served while the freshmen class presented a fashion show. After a free afternoon, these mother daughter duos could then take in a dance recital or Spring Drama Production. These special weekends add much to a college experience — they help to ease that break from home. Queens is a warm, open place and it is wonderful when students can share their new lives with their parents in such a great way. A night out on the town is a terrific way to end the day when fathers are in town. Kelly Cheek, Janet Fipp, and Jodi and Jenny Diodati pose with their Dads before watching the movie. Freshman class president, Lachlan Collins, checks last minute plans before the fashion show for Mother's weekend begins. Kristin needham along with her mother and sister, is anxious to start brunch. v -------™iffnT Derby Day The chemistry lab can be a very boring place to be on a sunny April Afternoon. Dr. Nystrom, coordinator of the faculty team, leaves behind his experiments to jump into spring with the help of David Zeeso, in the leap frog contest. Resident Assistants often get the least desirable jobs on campus — settling student problems for example But they also get a few fun jobs like leading the Conga'' at the Moontanning Party. Carolyn Smith leads willing participants around Tillett. bewilderment. After long weeks of classes students sometimes forget proper methods of.party behavior. Andrea Mazzeo (left) screams along with the music in Tillett building while Megan Rouan just scratches her head in 30 Queens is a place where people are encouraged to be themselves. LeAnn Warren digs in to her ice cream on Derby Day with help from her Sister Linda. Moontanning April is a slow month. That is, April is a slow month if you are a college student, because April falls one month after spring break and one month before summer vacation. Sometimes the endless classes, assignments and work never seem to end. The Charlotte weather changes from winter to spring daily, and tempers wear thin. People become rather difficult to talk to, much less live with. Under the circumstances to be a Resident Assistant and be responsible for guiding student life in the dorms is a tremendous job. The RA's solved this problem brilliantly — DERBY DAY and THE MOOhTAriHiriQ PARTY. Every year, near the middle of April, the campus is rejuvenated with cries of laughter. Students and faculty work off their frustrations by competing in games designed for maximum humiliation, then celebrate the victory (or suffer through defeats, as the case may be) at the MoonTanning Party later the same night. For one afternoon, and evening, the pressures of collegiate life can be pushed aside for just good, old fashioned fun. Although Potato Sack races are a traditional part of any outdoor games list, they are also one of the most difficult. David Zeeso, Physical Plant Director at Queens, doesn't appear to be too sure of himself, and checks Mow low can you go? Trish Inabinett puts Kim Mutchinson to the test at the Moontanning Party. out the competition. Me finished without any serious injury. lln Messy Work! Shirley McGuire helps her team by devouring as much ice- cream as possible. Spring was sprung on Thursday, April 2 as Queens held its annual Der- by Day. Each dorm and the faculty competed against each other in a series of events. This fun-filled after- noon was held in the dorm quad. The events included were: the hulla-hoop con- test, the sack race, the jump-rope contest, relays, the sand relay, egg-toss, toilet paper relay, life-saver relay, balloon shaving con- test, and the finale being an ice-cream eating contest. After all the events were over, the points were tallied Derby Day and Long was declared the winner. Wallace dorm came in second, with Harris a close third. Fourth went to Belk dorm, with the faculty in last place. Directly after Derby Day events came to a close, the Recreation Com- mittee held a pep rally for the tennis team. Following this, the entire campus had a picnic dinner in the quad. Derby Day was a wonderful day for everyone to be out- side and enjoy themselves — and to satisfy the urge of Spring Fever! Denise Burchette demonstrates the art of hulla-hooping by twirling it around her neck during the hulla-hoop contest. Julie Marr, Placement Coordinator (left), and Krispin Wagoner, Activi- ties Coordinator (right), practice for the dual-jump-rope contest. Twelve Angry Women There was a hush as the twelve women filed into the dark deliberating room. As the lights came up on stage each member of the audience could see the jurors' tired faces. They had to decide on the innocence of a young man who had been accused of murder. The cast delivered a wonderful performance of Twelve Angry Women. At times the audience roared with laughter and at others they sit there in suspense. There was a Drama this year instead of a musical. Cast and crew should be commended for their work. Auri Lyman demonstrates how a professional Knifer would have attacked the old man. Tracy Terrell, Sally Wheeler and Mary Virginia Covington watch to see if the knife would enter in an upward slanting position. Aurie Lyman and Katie Ives restrain Carolyn Cook. She screamed that she would Kill Ellen Abshire if she didn't change her vote on the innocence of the accused. f Opponents from the start, Ellen Abshire lets herself be used to demonstrate how the knife pierced the old man's chest. Auri Lyman shocked the jury because while demonstrating the attack it appeared that she might stab Ellen. Sherri Blackwood and Tracy Terrel discuss the case and the behavior of the jury during a break. 35 and May Foie One by one white dresses pass by the Gazebo on a bright Saturday morning. May 2, 1987, Passersby stop and ask questions about the May Pole in front of Belk Chapel. May Day has arrived. This year Spring welcomed May Day with open arms. Cathy Poral became the new May Queen and Sonya Guion was announced Maid of Honor. This festivities didn't stop here. May Day included the ceremonies on Saturday as well as the Dance on Saturday night «..A J4r '7 7ft Mb Queen, Cathy, and her Maid of Honor, Sonya, cut the cake during the coronation ceremonies. Senior May Court: Back Row: Carol Lovelace, Junior May Court. Back row. Kasey Seay, Trish Kelly Lovelace. Front Row: Sonya Guion, Vail, Jennifer Brock, Front Row: Ashleigh Hall, Cathy Poral, Margaret Bell. Lissette Hasbun. ri ' Sr:; . sophomore May Court: BACK Row: Lori Wiseman, Stephanie '.artwright, Front Row: LeAnn Warren, Kathy Lennon, Sara Rogers. Freshmen May Court: Front Row: Lachlan Collins, Kira Alitar, Back Row: Beth Massey, Betsey Byron, Mary Jordan M - � Kappa Delta sisters relax on a hot Sunday afternoon as they listen to the Producers. Amy Warner, Stephanie Lawhorne, and Linda Noe with her Fiance watch the people dance in front of the band Above the music, Amy Church ' is yelled out loud. Amy turns to see some of her Chi Omega Sisters. . . . May Day also has with it the Lawn Concert on Sunday and a Party in the Library Circle on Friday night. Both times the bands performed outside they were delayed by lightning and on Sunday a sudden downpour fell and drenched most of the listeners sitting in Morrison Quad. 37 May Day Kira Alitar, Lachlan Collins, Carol Lovelace, Lori Wiseman and Margaret Bell at the Formal May Day Dance held at the Holiday Inn. Kelly and Carol Lovelace perform May Day rituals in front of Belk Chapel, May 2, 1987. Cathy Poral, 1986-87 May Queen, is escorted down the steps of Belk Chapel by her father. Cathy has been on May Court for four years. Iff m 6 A i v 38 39 nvocations Each student at Queens is required to go to three convocations a year. The first is Senior Recognition Day. For the first time Seniors get to wear their caps and gowns, next, there is the Honors Convocation. Last is Awards Day. During Awards Day students as well as faculty members are recognized for their work. This year Dr. WJ 'V Virginia Martin received the faculty teaching award. Cathy Poral received the Diana Award and Shirley McGuire received the Michele Sluder Memorial Award. Congratulations to all the hard working students and thanks to the dedicated professors who help us make it through each semester. Anxious students wait in line outside Belk Chapel to make their first entrance as Seniors. Everyone will remember the speech made by Dr. Goode, and Elian Thompson wearing her walkman under her cap. Y r'- w After the convocation Seniors Melanie Cease and Cathy Poral begin the party in Long Dorm. The Seniors skipped class to spend the entire day partying, later to be joined by the professors. P v % 40 As soon as Elian Thompson could run out of Chapel, she began her usual 'undressing routine. After Convocation, Elian was off to Walker Science to feed all the new baby gerbils. Dr. Virginia L. Martin received the Faculty Teaching Award on Awards Day. To keep Dr. Martin from finding out she had won, her mother and aunt had to remain hidden in the boxes above Dana Auditorium Trina Cook, and the rest of the students await their first walk into Belk Chapel as Seniors. The First And Last Janie Jones stands out among a sea of caps and gowns in the largest class Queens has ever graduated. Class Valedictorian, Mary Johnson, makes her speech. Teresa Conner and Cathy Poral share a goodbye hug. catch your eye. As the ceremonies begin you think of special things shared with Professors and friends. Dorm living and Saga food plays in your mind; a smile. Striding across stage, handshake, name, degree. All happens so quickly. Tears appear in friend's eyes. Laughs, goodbyes, heart break. Ahead, you walk through Dana Auditorium doors one more time . . . the future. Merves tingle as the alarm clock goes off. This is it. A week ago when your alarm clock clanged, terror gripped your heart. What if 1 didn't study enough for my exams? What if 1 don't make a C? What if I don't graduate? What if ... ? The what if's have all gone, now anticipation takes their place. Excitement sends invisible sparks through your body. Silent in line, in Dana Step Auditorium, not just another Convocation, this is for real, for you. Quiet smiles on wondering faces look around. How did four years pass by so quickly? Quick talk and jokes hide the nervousness. Somber moving silence, as each one steps through the doors of Dana Auditorium pride enters your feelings making you strong. Eyes think; so many people. Your friends, your parents, your colleagues each 42 Catherine Morgan's new tassel swings as she walks. Senior Sonya Quion performs at the ceremonies. A graduate student is hooded while Marshal Kelli Marshbarger assists. Faculty Marshal Dr. Marge Kirby views the scene with fondness. jraduates Michele McGurk and larcie Saylor scan the crowd for oved ones afterwards. Graduation . .......................... SPORTS VIEW FROM WITHIN Volleyball The 1986-87 season for volleyball was filled with excitement and action. Considering that the team is fairly young, three years ‘old, its members worked together with a lot of spirit and cooperation. Through many games with a great deal of stiff competition, the girls proved to be true sportsmen. They approached every game well-prepared with integrity and the will to win. However, due to many injuries incurred by team players, the team suffered a losing season. Julie Mosley was quoted as saying, Even though we lost a few good players. we held together and kept our spirits up. Highlights of the season include a spike made by Jody Henderson, scoring against the faculty for a win. Also, the excellent coaching skills of coach Anne Gant lead he team to seven victories. In the end, the team experienced a good year and the returning players are ready to start practice for next season. Krystal Warren, a freshman, said, I know with a little practice next season, we ll only get better and we ll have an even greater year. 1986-87 Queens Volleyball Team: Front Row (l-r): Julianne Brinkman, Gretchen Forberg, Jody lienderson. Coach Anne Gant. Back Row: Julie Mosley, Krystal Warren, Tara Brownell, Chrissy Snider, Margaret Aswad. The team worked hard during the year to keep their spirit high. Krystal Warren and Gretchen Forberg show their enthusiasm at a team bonfire while other players laugh along. Krystal Warren drives her serve in to the opponent's court. Drills such as this are how the team prepares for a match. Volleyball is a fast-moving game. Chrissy Snider and Margaret Aswad Keep their eye on the ball waiting for their play. Joking with the other team, Julianne Brinkman laughs at her mistake. Tennis The tennis team at Queens has been building for several years. Coach Phyllis Pharr has been working hard to shape a team with depth and maturity. The 1986-87 team has come close to fulfilling these goals with a season to be proud of. They fought against not only tough opponents, but also injuries and lack of much firm support. But the team was mostly freshmen, so they will return next year with more experience and confidence. Now all they need is a good following in the Queens community to really make a name for themselves. The tennis team spent long hours in practicing their game skills. Here freshman Betsy Byron works out to prepare for a home match. The 1986-87 Tennis Team: Front Row (l-r) Wendi Bryant, Katie Dunlap. Second row: Nary Jereza, Betsy Byron, Leslie Addington, Pam Reynolds. 50 Soccer Injuries are very common in the rough sport of soccer. Players must watch out for each other and here the team takes a min- ute to let Melanie Cease check her sprained knee. The soccer team challenged the faculty to a match, and had a great time. Dr. Porter, left, and Suzanne Manzer are amazed at the skill displayed by the faculty team. The soccer team is a rather new club on campus. It was started a few years ago by a group of interested students, and since then has grown steadily. They have begun to increase their schedule to include matches with teams from local colleges such as Davidson, and also teams from Charlotte leagues. This year they were coached by Melanie Cease, a senior, and Paul Kirby, Saga Pood Services Manager. Although the team is dedicated and enthusiastic, as well as having made great progress this year, they still lack a big campus following. Hopefully, as their reputation on campus increases, so will the support given to them by the Queens community. QC Dance Dance is one of the most beloved of the fine arts, as well as one of the most difficult to master. The unity of body and mind is an art to be respected. But this art had been missing for several years at Queens until the creation of Queens College Dance. This troupe has worked hard to bring dance back into the life of Queens. This work has payed off greatly in a very short time, not only has the group performed at the Boar's Mead dinner and Mother's weekend, they were invited to perform in downtown Charlotte. By their work this year. Queens should look forward to many wonderful performances by the QC Dancers. Top, Mary Johnson and Donna Jones perform a modem dance for Mother's weekend. Right, with the creation of QC Dance, everyone around campus seems to be getting into dance also. v ' . n 52 ollege Union The College Union which has been in operation for five years on the Queens College campus, coordinates and oversees many of the social activities that take place during the year. During this 1986-1987 academic year, the College Union has been involved in planning the Welcome Back Party in August, Octoberfest, the new video room. Religious Life, Christmas Dance, and the Christmas Tree Trim. The College Union has also been involved in planning Queens Olympics, the Dukesmen of Yale appearance, lawn concerts, and May Day weekend. College Union is the hub of activity on this very busy campus. Olivia Heffner and Stephanie Lawhome enjoy the sun during the Octoberfest lawn concert. Cathy Poral and Ruth Charron enjoy the company of their friends during the lawn concert. Ashleigh Hall beats her hands to the sound of the Cruisomatics. Back: Linda Crabtree, Lisa Martman, Lucy Best, Lachlan Collins, Trish Vail, Lisa Stuart, Paula Brown, Melanie Moore Center: Kristin Wade, Elisa Camera, Carolin Smith, Wendy Grotting, Karen Whisnoff, Cathy Poral, Genise Lowder, Stephanie Lawhome Front: Teresa Conner, Nikki Wilson Krispin Wagner and Lisa Weigman check out the guys as they come to the Octoberfest Dance. Teresa Conner and Stephanie Lawhome Count up the votes for the election of new Senate members. Becky Garrett enjoys a dance with her date during Octoberfest. John Paul Walters performs And the Cat Came Back in Burwell Parlors. He is sponsored each year by the Cultural Events Committee. Film Committee (left to right): Stephanie Kerns, Yew Foong Lim, Sally Moffit, Kelli Harshbarger, Sandy Stanulis, Maria Poral, chairperson. Cultural Events Committee (left to right): Sandy Stanulis, Maria Poral, Yvette Boney, Sally Moffit, chairperson. Cultural Events Film Committee The Cultural Events Committee is the committee which sponsors people such as John Paul Walters and works closely with Saga Food Services to bring you all those delicious Wednesday night dinners. The committee also •1 purchases tickets for orchestra and opera happenings in Ovens Auditorium and makes them available to students. The Cultural Events committee is small, but has a great value on campus. The Film Committee sponsors films that are shown on campus. This year the film committee set up a Film room in Wallace Hall. This room included a video machine that projects movies on the wall. In addition to this the film committee purchased some videos that students could check out and watch in the film room. These films included Back to the Future ' Lady Hawk, Out of Africa ' etc. Gina Rogers and Linda Warren have a sing-along with John Paul Walters during his performance. Sally Moffit and Rachelle Funderburk decorate the gazebo for May Day. Later on in the day Cathy Poral was named May Queen and Sonya Guion was named Maid of honor. 'Active' Is Their Middle name The Social Activities Committee One of the various active committees on campus is the Social Activities Committee, commonly referred to as just SAC. This committee is always working on a project, from September to May. SAC is in charge of the four major dance weekends, OctoberFest Weekend, the Christmas Party Weekend, Valentine's Day weekend, and May Day Weekend. This year, however, the Social Activities Committee also worked to put on the Welcome Back Party at the beginning of the school year. The first project of the year was the Welcome Back Party held on August 29. The Party was alive with the music of The Limit, as Queens girls along with guys from surrounding colleges such as Davidson and Wake Forest danced to the upbeat sound. After this success, the Social Activities Committee immediately began to plan for the next major dance weekend. OctoberFest Weekend, October 3-5, began with outdoor movies on Friday night, nightmare on Elm Street and Animal House were the double feature for the evening, and started the party weekend. Saturday night was the semi-formal dance, and Sunday was a total blast with a lawn concert featuring everyone's favorite, the Cruis-o-matics. Christmas-time was the theme of the next dance weekend held on December fifth and sixth. Friday night, the fifth, began the events with an informal dance, with music provided by Next Move. Saturday was the highlight however with the Casino Party held in Burwell Parlors. Neena Freelon, a jazz vocalist, came and sang for everyone's enjoyment. As people entered the Parlors, they were given poker chips, and allowed to go around to the various Casino tables, which were attended by several of Queens own faculty members and students. Valentines Weekend was the next activity undertaken by SAC. February 13, Friday night, was declared Comedy Might as a comedian came and entertained in the Hollow. Valentines night was the semi-formal dance featuring the group Zipper, which was held in Morrison Dining Hall. The last, and best, dance weekend planned by the Social Activities Committee was May Day Weekend, May 1-3. May first, Friday, held an informal dance with the Cruis-o-matics. May Day Formal was on Saturday night, with the live band The Kags and was held at the Holiday Inn on North Tryon. Sunday ended this party weekend with a lawn concert with a double treat of Brice Street and The Producers. From the beginning to the end, the Social Activities Committee worked hard to plan the fun weekends held on the Queens campus. Hard work and effort, under the leadership of Meg Stanley, made the 86-87 year a success and a whole lot of fun. Pam Reynolds and her date enjoy the dance during OctoberFest. The Social Activities Committee worked hard to make all the dance weekends a success. The lawn concert was a major part of OctoberFest Weekend. The Cruis-o-matics entertained every- one, and sometimes with more than just singing. The members of Social Activities Committee are: (left to right, back row) Lori Wiseman, Tracy Terrell, Lori Simmons; (front row) Amy Row- land, Linda Warren, and Suzanne Bollar. Meg Stanley is the chairper- son for this committee, which con- sists of ninety members. 60 � • The Most Special Club On Campus The Special Events Committee Joy Plemmons and Allison Frantz talk and enjoy the lawn concert during OctoberFest. The members of Special Events are: (top to bottom) Sally Moffatt, Rachelle Funderburk, Tracy Ter- rell, and Lori Simmons, riot pic- tured: Lesha Ferrell — chairper- son, Molly Wong, Betsy Byron, Sandy Stanulis, Lim Yew Foong, Nancy Kazmierski, Allison Qlaw, Veronica Staton, Sonya Guion, and Lynne Laughlin. The Special Events Committee is another active club on campus. The purpose of this committee is to give students a chance to participate in making the special events more special at Queens. Headed by Lesha Ferrell, the Special Events Committee tried to help make the Queens experience better by trying to sponsor events that are traditional in closing out each semester. One of the projects that they worked on was the selling and distributing of the Casino Party glasses, which were sold for the Christmas Dance Weekend. They also sponsored the Christmas Tree Trim that was held in Burwell Parlors on December 6, the morning before the Casino Party. Another activity was the May Court Presentation that they attended to during the May Day Festivities. Throughout these projects the Special Events Committee tried to promote the Queens spirit and bring the students together through fun activities. 61 The Honor Council is the backbone to Queens. We have the integrity, responsibility, and character to deal with the serious Honor Code violations ' quoted one member of the Honor Council. The purpose of the Honor Council is to uphold the Honor Code of the college. It endeavors to create a spirit of integrity and honor. This year the Honor Council proposed an article to put drinking policy under the Dean of Dorm Council's Lori Hare smiles out to the crowd below at the Boar's Head Dinner. Law Student Affairs and not in the Honor Code. A branch of Honor Council is Dorm Council. Dorm Council is responsible for acting on all alleged violations of residence life. They hear coming in late, failure to sign out male guests, male guests in room after hours, and all other violations of residence hall policies except those punishable by state law. The Pillars of Justice as seen on the Steps of Belk Chapel. 62. Karen Bengston and Robin Boggs meet at the steps of BelK Chapel for a picture. Organizations at Queens College, like Dorm Council, help to build friendships. Dorm Council isn t always the most fun activity on campus. Maria Poral seems to be saying Why Me? . Dorm Council members from left to right, first row: Allison Glaw, Becky Garrett, Dianne Caldwell, Maria Poral. Back Row: Karen Bengston, Lori liare, Robin Boggs, Paige Orrie, and Advisor Anne Gant. 63 rwm Publications Board The Publications Board serves to unite the three publications on campus: the Arete, the Current, and the Signet. This organization exists to represent the publications to the Senate, and tries to solve problems that arise during the year for any of them. A new project of the Publications Board is to try and organize a video yearbook. This would attract more attention to campus publications, as well as show the outside community a live view from within Queens. The Publications Board would like to THANK ALL THOSE THAT SERVED ON ANY OF THE STAFFS THIS YEAR — YA'LL DID A WONDERFUL JOB. Publications Board: (left to right) Trina Cook, Signet Editor; Qina Rogers, Pres.; Eva Hill, Arete Editor; not pictured Hope Tarantelli. 64 1986-87 Arete Staff, front row (I- r): Adviser Julie Marr, Lisa Schonemann, Amy Rowland, Kristin Hiller, Eva Hill. Back Row: Heather Moore, Paul Lyons, Theresa Williams, Carolyn Chaite, Kathy Figiel, Rhonda Ball. 1986-87 Signet Staff: Paula Brown, Trina Cook. Hot pictured: Lisa Alberto, Jennifer Bronzini, Ginny Emrick, Auri Lyman, Lyn Moon, Mary Peterson, Victoria Agafransky, Cherie Thompson, Elian Thompson, Laurie Thrower. Trina Cook, Editor of the Signet, worked long hours in the library after she had finished entering the magazine on the Vax computer. Admissions Core Dr. Clyda Rent talks with a parent about Queens at an October open house. The Panhellenic Council sponsored a sorority sing as an introduction to rush. Greek Unity is one of the main goals of the Panhellenic Council. The admissions Core at Queens is a select group of students who get to know the incoming freshmen before they arrive. The Core is always very busy and productive in forming a liaison between prospective students and the college. They sponsor and coordinate six open houses and average approximately six private tours a week. The 1986-87 Admissions Core, front row (l-r): Kimberly Stafford, Wendy Grotting, Kathy Lennon, Louise White, Jo Childs, Middle Row: Margaret Fowlkes, Mary Helen Allen, Ginny Harlan, Betsey Wood, Back row: Melanie Moore, Paige Orrie, Lesha Farrell, Sue Ritchie, not pictured Carolyn Jenkins. Along with tours and interviews, the Core also sponsors weekly telephoning sessions with prospective students. This year the Core had two main goals, to become more involved with faculty and to attract one hundred and sixty new students. They were very successftjl in meeting their goals. Panhellenic Kr The Panhellenic Council has had a very interesting 1986- 87 academic year. They started with Rush in September for the sororities on campus. This was followed in november by a mixer with the nine chapters of KA's from different schools in north and South Carolina. In April, Kelly Cheek and Robin Boggs attended the Southern Panhellenic Conference in Lexington, KY. The council is an important part of sorority life at Queens. The Panhellenic Council not only promotes Greek unity but sisterhood as well. Beth Wilson gets a hug from Paye Stokes at the all-sorority sing. Panhellenic members Lori Wiseman, Karen Bengston, and Robin Boggs Admissions Counselors Joy Auqhinbaugh and Laura Morris smile for the camera as they prepare for an Admissions Open house. 67 A Look Across The Ocean Black Student Union Shares The View The Black Student Union was formed to give the black students a feeling of unity and to enhance communication between the BSU students and the college. As part of the celebration of Black History Month, the BSU this year made as its theme Apartheid in South Africa.” We decided to take a long journey across the ocean to South Africa. Celebrations started with the visit of Dr. Davis of Winston Salem University who came and talked about, the History of Blacks in Horth Carolina.” This was followed by a visit by Dr. Albright of Johnson C. Smith University, who came to share his experience concerning a recent visit to South Africa. Dr. Albright had made this trip with fellow colleagues and they were sponsored by the United States State Department. They went to examine the existing educational system of South Africa, and how its official policy of segregation — Apartheid” was affecting the educational system there, it was an experience worth listening to,” said the president of BSU, Tanya Watley. He gave us real insight of existing conditions in that country which came from his first hand experience.” A follow up Wednesday night dinner was held on February 18th, with the highlights still being Apartheid. Some more miles were crossed, when Dr. Yeyefi of Yoruba Village in Charlotte, came and talked about the history of West Africa. Black Student Union: (left to right) Rachelle Funderburk, Mantie Kamara, Lesha Ferrell, Tanya Watley, Back Row: Yvette Boney, Veronica Stewart. Tanya Watley, Sonya Quion, and Veronica Stewart await the arrival of fellow members for a meeting in Wallace Lobby. 68 Day Student Association Day Student Association: front Row: Mary Nance, Lisa Hartman, Middle: Terri Tedesco, Colleen Day students also participate in other activities of the school to show that they are a part of the Queens community. Day Student, Tracy Breneman, is seen here with Dianna Williams at a Senate meeting. Here they relax at home whilst going over minutes of the last Senate meeting. Moore, Julie Immke. Back Row: Caryn Smith, Musheerah Rahmaan, Tracy Breneman. Dr. Wireman introduces Dr. Albright of Johnson C. Smith University who delivered a report on his recent trip to South Africa. The Day student association was organized to provide programs, social activities, fellowship and better acquaintance with the Queens community. Some students commute from very far to very near distances. Mary P. Wyche, a junior, used to commute from Greensboro, NC and her reason for such an inconvenience was because she had to suddenly move during mid-term from Charlotte to Greensboro and so she decided to commute — to finish the semester. Commuting is not much fun, she said, especially when your classes run throughout the day. Another student, Audrey Montgomery, commutes from Statesville, NC, and has been doing it for this whole academic year. Some Day Students, however, live as close as ten minutes. The English Club, after gradually shrinking in size for years made a comeback in 1986-87 The new interest in ,the club, as well as the dedication of its members, helped the club become involved in several events during the year. The English Club helped with this year's fall Symposium and made information about local literary happenings available to the Queens Community. They also sponsored an ice cream party for the cast of the fall drama production. According to president Paula Brown, the English Club holds an important job at Queens, We provide a lot of activities and open them up to the public. We promote interest in English studies and provide an outlet for English Communications Drama majors. Perhaps the most exciting event of the year for the English club was a members only viewing of the play about Z. Smith Reynolds performed by Charles and Jane Hadley. The History club holds a position similiar to that of the English Club in that it provides a medium for student discussion on historical and current topics. The Dianna Statue announces events for the Fall Symposium. The English club frequently advertised upcoming activities in this eye catching way. ——— r——M English Club History Club English Club members (left to right) 1st row: Debbie Majewski, nikki Wilson, Qinny Emrick, 2nd row: Olivia Heffner, Veronica Stewart, Katherine Mill, Judy Hayes, Mantie Kamara 3rd row: Hayden Donehue, Stephanie Lawhom, Paula Brown, Rhonda Ball, not pictured Machelle Martin, Ashley Berig, Kathy King, Dedra Meadows, Lyn Moon, Debbie Beheler, Veronica Staton, Denise Grubb, Kimberly Stafford, Melissa Calhoun, Sheri Blackwood, Nancy Kasmeirski, Kelli Harshbarger, Audrey Montgomery, Trina Cook, Jennifer Brock, Diane Bailey, Kelley Billingsley, Sarah Thomas, Beth Obenshaine, Ester McGarity Heidi Nichols, Tessa Gregory, Deanna Hensley, Theresa Quattrone, and Dianna Daisey. History Club Members (1st row I- r) Paula Brown, Stephanie Lawhome, Kathy Pickering, Elizabeth Jones. 2nd row: Michele Martin, Faculty Sponsors: Dr. Davis, Dr. Thompson, Dr. Preyer Not Pictured: Hayden Donehue, Teresa Conner, Susan Pedro, Robin Bogs, Carol Lovelace, Carol Clark, Susan Mcalister, Cathy Poral, Nikki Wilson, Kelly Johnson, Sally Moffit, Marrion Bacat, Julie Brinkman, Julia Kurdt. Dr. Newman enjoys the refreshments provided by the English Club while speaking to freshmen about the Fall Symposium. He delivered a speech on his latest book, 'The G. Washington Poems.'' The History Club takes a stand in Morrison Dinning Hall to announce the winners of their prize drawing. The money was raised for the trip to Charleston, SC. Justinian Society — Model United nations The Justinian Society at Queens College serves as a pre-law club for students interested in pursuing a career in the judicial system. The club sponsors trips to various law- schools to help interested students get a first hand look at graduate programs. They also sponsor other events to expose students to the legal profession, and this year co- hosted, with the career center, a panel discussion involving a group of young Charlotte lawyers. This was the first year that the Justinian Society was recognized by the Student Government Association of Queens as an official organization, and the club attracted many enthusiastic members and will certainly become an interesting part of campus life. Students interested in debating current political affairs usually are confined to brief, informal discussions over dinner. But the Harvard national Model United nations gives Queens students the opportunity to participate in formal debate with students from across the country and around the world. nation's simulation, delegates represent various countries and discuss current international issues Justinian Society president Katie Mason (right) leads a meeting to discuss plans for a club trip to Wake Forest Law School. 72 (( wl. JOIN OUR BODI IS Delegates to Harvard national Model United nations, 1st row (I- r): Teresa Conner, Leslie Banks (alternate), Kay Berrien (Head Delegate), Mantie Kamara (alternate) 2nd. row Rhonda Ball Robin Boggs, Karen Golden (alternate) Deborah Rhoads, not Pictured: Mary Johnson. Justinian Society Members, 1st Row (l-r): Tanya Watley, Clare McClure, Katie Mason, Lisa Schonemann. 2nd row: Mary Jordan, Lesley Bynum. Laura Sain, Lori Wiseman. The Model U.n. provides the chance not only to participate in the conference but also to take part in the sights of Boston. Mary Johnson and Rhonda Ball stop to look at Boston Common on a cold February afternoon. 73 Art Club: Back to Front: Maria Poral, Paula Brown, Carol Lovelace, Rick Brown, Suzanne Manzer, Holly Holroyd, Matalie Irving, Sandy Stanulis, Jennifer Martin hew Deminisions: First Row: Judy Mullen, Sara Whitesell, Second Row: Linda Crabtree, Audrey Montgomery, hikki Slocum, Roberta Palumbo. Religious Life Committee: First Row: Robin Bumgarner, Dedra Meadows, Elaine Bolton, Second Row: Cathy Thomas, Tracy Terrell, Stephanie Waters. Student For America: Sarah Thomas, Heidi hichols, Paige Orrie, Laura Sain. And More Activities iterVarsity Christian Fellowship: Left to Right: Amy Rowland, Jennifer ussel, Lisa Campana, Tracy Terrell. _ Pre-Medicine Pre-Vet. Society (left to right): Lisa Campana, Jo Childs, Lisa Stewart, Eva Hill, Stephanie Cartwright, Dr. Cobey — Advisor. Orientation Leaders Back Row: Gina Rogers, Ashleigh Hall, Karen Bengston, Joy Plemmons, Marion Huntley, Melanie Moore, Robin Boggs, Jennifer Russel. Katja Reed, Paige Orrie, Rachelle Punderburk, front Row: Pam Reynolds, Leslie Bynum, Wendy Grotting, Miriam Sidney, Trish Vail, and Louise White. Orientation Committee: (l-r) Sarah Thomas, Allison Franz, Susan Ritchie. Leaders Queens Being an Orientation leader at Queens takes a special kind of person. Along with making Freshmen feel at home in their new surroundings, the Orientation leaders plan exciting events that bring the Queens family together in a fun way. This year, our leaders put on skits, went to Carowinds and the Outdoor Center, and held a mini Olympics for the new students. Orientation was only four days this year instead of the usual 7. When you hear the word shepherd you think: leader. That's exactly what the Queens Shepherds did this year. Shepherds at Queens guide their freshmen in their First experiences with college life. 76 Resident Assistants: Back Row: Hayden Donehue, Elian Thompson, Elaine Bolton, Middle: Shirley McGuire, Cathy Smith, Denise Burchette, Eront Row: Angie DeBoard, Michele McGurk, Marcie Saylor Leslie Bynum picnics with her freshmen during Orientation week. She spent lots of time playing name games and getting to know the new freshmen and make them feel at home. Jennifer Russell gets out the files on students as they arrive at Harris Hall. Denise Burchette and Jenni Puri sing to the freshmen to welcome them to Queens. Shepards: Eront Row: Kelli Harshbarger, Denise Burchette, Suzanne Manzer, Margaret Bell, Back Row: Jenni Prui, Laura Sain, Cheryl Meredith, Margaret Eowlkes. Chi Omega I Chi Omega I Chi Look Whooo's A Chi Omega With the Owl, the Carnation, the Cardinal and Straw, the sisters of the Theta Gamma chapter of Chi Omega sorority were busy throughout the 1986- 87 year. Some of the many functions that went on during the year included mixers, sister retreats, secret sisters, and charity events. Chi Omega had many mixers during the school year. Starting the year off with a suppressed desire party, the Chi Omegas had a mixer with the Chi Phis at uriCC. In October they had mixers with the Phi Delta Thetas and Pi Kappa Phis from Davidson. Besides these fraternities, two other groups roadtripped to Queen's in order to mix with the Chi Omegas: Sigma Phi Epsilon from Radford and Sigma Alpha Epsilon from Furman. Besides mixers, Chi Omegas also had special weekends in the year: Mountain Weekend in the early fall, Beach Weekend and White Carnation Ball both held early Spring. This year for the First time Chi Omega had a Christmas cocktail party with the Phi Mus before the Casino night formal Dance. During the year, the Chi Omega sisters have secret sisters for the new pledges. These secret sisters included Owl Pals , Cardinal Sisters , and Big-Little Sisters. The Chi Omegas were also involved in charity events. In October, the Chi Omegas trick or treated for Unicef. In December, dressed like elfs, they helped to give out gifts to poor children. Grand Pooh Bah, Trish Vail, and sisters sing songs during rush. Pledges: Laura Green, Nanci Petrulovich, Lachan Collins, and Allison Glaw taking a break during Crop Walk. Back row: Elizabeth Jones, Lisa Stewart, Hayden Donehue, Trish Vail, Jessica Soguier, Susan Pedro, Karen Wishnoff, Heidi Nichols, Paige Or- rie, Linda Warren, Kelly Cheek, Melanie Moore, Kristin Needham, Tracey Cheyney, Sarah Thomas, Kasey Seay. Middle row: Angie DeBord, Leslie Addington, Cathy Dolan, Kelly Billingsley, Dugue Whitney, Lisette Has- bun, Slone Cooper, Margaret Fowlkes, Tracy Arledge, Stephanie Kems, Kimberley Stafford. Front row: Amy Church, Carolin Smith, Caroline Cotham, Paige Waite, Cathy Poral, Louise White Back row: Nanci Petrulovich, Margaret Aswad, Julie Moseley, Stephanie Stans, Anna Bagely, Heather Moore, Liz Lightfoot. Middle row: Jenkie Gardner, Paula Lyons, Lucy Best, Ann Stephens. Front row: Lachlan Collins, Carin Kantala, Laura Green, Lane Klotzberger, Allison Glaw T s tv for 86 -86 pledge class. t ✓ k - • Si! m i� Amy Church Supports Mr. Scarecrow during Rush. Omega I Chi Omega I Chi Omega Kappa Delta Sisters: First Row: Dawn Molnar, Lisa Campagna, Brenda Varner, Second Row: Julia Kurdt, President. Ellen Abshire, Becky Garrett, Mary Helen Allen, Jennifer Russell, Donna Caldwell, 3rd row: Stephanie Lawhome, Denise Burchette, Amy Wemer, Linda Hoe, Robin Boggs. Kappa Delta Pledges: 1st Row: Melissa Calhoun, Lori Simmons, 2nd Row: Mary Price, Ginny Emrick, Marion Bacot, Laurie Thrower, Jennifer Bronzini, 3rd Row: Elizabeth Barbour, Kristal Warren, Julie Brinkman, Sara Jenkins, Ashley Bierig. Brenda Vamer gets her yearbook and vacates the library. Dawn Molnar goes through her packet at registration day. 8Q Kappa Delta Seniors at Bid night. Kappa Delta Sisters and Pledges pose at the annual Halloween party. KA Vibrations 91 KD sisters caught the wave and ended up with a very successful rush. Kappa Delta rush parties began Thursday night with new beach tunes prevailing. Friday the KD Circus came to town. Saturday, Moviola was the set with various artists'7 performing. Sunday party consisted of the traditional White Rose Tea. Hew KD pledges were assigned secret Diamond sisters in September and the pledges assigned secret STB pals for sisters. Big sisters were assigned in november and were revealed at an ice cream party at the KD House. Emerald Sisters were assigned during White Rose Week, and pledges initiated in February. 4 81 Finest Mere are the sisters as they get ready for their Pi T.V. skit during rush. First And The sorority sisters of Alpha Delta Phi have a very close bond. The sisters started the year off right with their rush activities. Rush is a special time where each sorority receives new sisters as well as new friends. Alpha Delta Pi has also helped other people by their national philanthropy, which is the Ronald McDonald House. Each year the sisters have a fund raiser to raise money for this special cause. The sisters also promote high standards and scholarship. Each year the sisters strive for higher academic achievements. These higher achievements are not just in scholarship, but in campus activities too. The sisters Live For Each Other and this is what makes Alpha Delta Pi so special. Their big sis little sis activities, mountain weekend and beach weekend also add to this special bond. The pledges show off their excitement after they had received their bids. Sisters, Row 1: M. Sidey, F Stokes, C. Jenkins, Row 2: S. Powell, J. Anderson, J. Plemmons, B. Wilson, L. Sain, J. Puri, E. Ferguson, Row 3: M. Watkins, J. Jones, K. Hutchinson, A. Frantz, M. Arthur, C. Chaite, J. Boone, Row 4: Pi. Wilson, E. Stover, A. McDonald, M. Nye, R. McCluney, K. Wade, L. Bynum, M. McDonald, J. Wells, Row 5: D. Hull, M. Huntley. Pledges, Row 1: L. Smith, M. Lynch, B. Erwin, K. Wade, W. Bryant, Row 2: B. Mauldin, L. O'Dell, H. Wilson, M. Jordon, K. Hiller, C. McClure, Row 3: P. Boggs, K. Dunlap, R. Kilby, M. Wendel, J. Diodati, K. Mitchell, Y. Taylor, L. Sain. Phi Musisters: First row: Becky Bennett, Christi Parham, Debbie Seidler, Jennifer Brock, Elizabeth Bams, Second row: Gina Rogers, Karen Dellinger, Megan Rohen, Kathy King, Holley Holroyd, Hellie Henderson, Susan Allen, Elizabeth Andrews, Janet Fipp, Abby Hewins. Third row: Elisa Camara, Leann Warren, Regan Phillipi, Dianne Caldwell, Suzanne Manzer, Sherri Adams, Ashleigh Hall, Jodie Henderson, Ashley Whitsitt, Sally Wheeler, Christina Stover. Fourth row: Martha Frazier, Karen Bengston, Ann Johnson, Lori Wiseman, Meredith Eaves, Molly Waldrup. Hot Pictured: Diane Bailey. Loving Sisters Forever Rush parties centered around Phi Mu through the ages as the sisters of the Gam- ma Gamma chapter of Phi Mu Fraternity pledged 18 new Phis in September. The Phi Mus were busy with their new Phis” as they planned fun activities to keep their new pledges involved. During the first four weeks of pledging, new Phis” were as- signed Special Sisters and Phi Pals. At Halloween time they were visited by ' Secret Spooks. They received their big sisters just before Mountain weekend in November. Moun- tain Weekend was spent at Phi Mu sister Elisa Camara's house in West Virginia. For Halloween, the Phi Mus dressed up in all sorts of wild and exotic attire to make their annual trip to Char- lotte Memorial Hospital. They went with carved pumpkins and bags of candy in hand to distrib- ute to the children in the hospi- tal. In December, the Phi Mus held a Christmas party with the Chi Omegas at Meredith Eave s house in Charlotte. Also to ring in the Christmas season, the Phi Mus held a tree trimming party at the house. Sarah Lewis, Emily Macey, Missy Morton, Mary Hantz, Karen Dellinger, Ashleigh Hall, Amanda Barnett, Sherri Adams, Gina Rogers, Carolyn Cook, and Ann Johnson relax at the Dugout on Mountain weekend. 84 Left: Jennifer Brock, Ann Johnson, Diane Bailey, and Ashleiqh Mall dress to be volunteer elves for Santa s Bag. Below Left: Emily Macey searches for her other sisters on Mountain weekend. Below: Sleeping is a lot of fun for Kathy Lennon and Regan Phillipi after an action packed weekend. Phi Mu Phi Mu Pledges: first row: Carolyn Cook, Missy Morton, Amanda Barnett, Susan McAlister, Kim Qravitt, Second row: Mary Jereza, Kirstin Mam, Mary Mantz, felicity Tuke, Tara Brownell, Tracy Slane. Third row: Lisa Schonemann, Sarah Lewis, Melody Shepard, Jennifer fox, Emily Macey, Kathy Lennon. Mot Pictured: Jodi Diadotti. 85 ACADEMICS A VIEW FROM WITHIN w%r z f Fine Arts The Fine Arts department of Queens College consists of our music and Art majors, riot only do they study and work hard in their courses, but these students also participate in concerts and art exhibits. Every year. Art students share with Queens community their modem art treasures. These creations can be seen surrounding Watkins Art Building, as well as filling the campus. Another part of the Division is the Music department. mmmm Dawn Heard gives us that sly grin after reading about Kate not want- ing to be tamed in her Shake- speare class. Shirley McGuire, Stephanie McCalla, Trina DeLoach, and Gin- ny Harlan converse as they anx- iously wait to enter their Shake- speare class. Heidi Nichols and Jenni Boone sit in McEwen listening to Dr. Paul Mewman lecture. m English Department s««v Where do you learn this foreign language? The English department not only teaches freshman English but brings students into a depth of their own working language not many people know. English is taken for granted because it is the language that is spoken. English majors are taught how to look at literary works and see how people lived in different time periods. English is the reflection of life. It reveals people s thoughts and beliefs in the 18th century, it communicates in businesses and for lay people who overlook the deeper meaning of certain poems and literature works, it orders us a Big Mac at McDonald's. Rhonda Ball discusses the differ- ent ways that the English Club could help support the Fall Sym- posium as Lyn Moon and Dianna Daisey listen. Dr. Goode and his wife nancy sit listening to an afternoon sympo- sium in Morrison dining hall. 91 Humanities Queens was fortunate enough to have a Fulbright Scholar, Monsieur Jean-Claude Perrin, spend a year here in the Foreign Language department. Students enjoyed his classes, his accent, and asking questions about France. Lisa Stewart, top, stops by his office before class to discuss an upcoming class. The Humanities division is very important to Queens academic life because it is basically the backbone of the school's liberal arts curriculum. This division includes the departments of English, History, Religion, and Foreign Languages. This division coordinates many programs during the year to offer students a wide variety of interesting activities. They sponsor the annual Fall Symposium, plan many movie showings, and invite speakers to the campus. The Humanities Division, by being so coordinated in their efforts to reach students, makes it possible for students to clearly see the inherent compatibility of these subjects. One learns how History relates to religion, how art relates to history, and so on. This department is responsible for much of the intellectual sparks that fly across this campus. Queens is fortunate to have such a division because it makes this school truly able to produce graduates that have a genuine appreciation for the liberal arts. Kim Searcy gets a laugh from Dr. Whalen before class. Perhaps she was asking him to postpone his Germany exam. Dr. Newman speaks at the Tall Symposium, sponsored by the humanities division, about his new book of poetry. The G. Washington F’oems. foreign Language labs help students with their assignments and improve comprehension, below, Kira Alatar listens to a tape in the library. Every year, after completing all four semesters of the Humanities class, students design their own t-shirts to prove they made it through. Dr. Goode called some past humanities students in to model their shirts for this year's class. The Department of natural Science and Mathematics covers more than just dissection in lab. It covers Physics and Calculus. Computer Science is also represented in this department. Each subject relies on others. For example physiology deals with how muscles work. They use chemicals, bringing in chemistry. Each tiny muscle fiber grabs another, this brings in timing and speed, thus physics. And because one single muscle can have millions and millions of muscle fibers, a computer is needed to collect and store all the different data. So just taking a course like biology 101 will not get you off the hook for sciences. Every field of science will be pulled into that one course. The department teaches science majors how to think for themselves and sift through facts. It teaches how to think independently and most important of all, it teaches how to use the scientific method. Tracey Arledge investigates the species under the microscope in Microbiology as Mary Helen Allen calls out different aspects from the lab book. 94 Meredith Oakley, brooding amongst lovely onlookers, takes a minute to recapture the moments of beaut on the Galapagos Islands. Rita Williams leams how to use the PC computer in McEwen in Computer 100 class. Fireman rush into Walker Science building to see how much bromine was actually spilled. Dr. Cobey accidentally dropped a flask and the fumes got into the air vent, no one was injured and the fire department commended Dr. Cobey on her safety measures. The lab manual just doesn t compare with the real thing. Meredith discovers as she tries to find the hepatic portal vein. 9 • 95 Mr. Basini in his ruling hat Keeps a tight reign of authority on the College Union Birthday Party. The Business department holds the fascinating world of finance. How to Win or Lose It All in Accounting Courses challenges students to solve difficult cash flow problems. Students learn how to manage business. Most students take an internship and work with a company for the month of January and get to see first the practical side of their courses. f Business major Sally Moffatt shows off her tremendous skills of the management of mind over matter. (Better Known as balancing) Becky Bennett works at the Vax computer in Everett Library. She is finishing up a business management problem. 96 •i V Srx The Queens College Association of Murses (QCAM) is a hard working club that unites nursing students. These students put in long hours in their major, helping other people. Nursing The Nursing department at Queens gives nursing students a firm foundation in the nursing field. These students spend hours in clinical practices. Nursing students have to be at hospitals at 6:30 in the morning. You sometimes can see them up ironing uniforms or going over notes for their next class. Queens takes pride in its nurses. Ruth Charron takes a break from classes for a while at the QCAM party. 97 Queens is a place where women are challenged to achieve their highest potential as individuals and to become involved, informed, compassionate members of society. Academically, Queens can be as challenging as you make it, a vehicle of self- discovery. To encourage academic excellence. Queens provides financial aid to over half its student body, with much of this aid in the form of scholarship. This type of commitment to scholastic achievement ensures that Queens attracts highly motivated students who will strive for excellence. And Queens always remembers to recognize those who do reach these heights, making the work all worthwhile. Queens does attract top-notch students, but it works hard to make students want to study here, and Queens always remembers to reward such excellence. At a P.S. luncheon to honor seniors, Denise Burchette and Stephanie Lawhorne perform their version of Life After Graduation.'' Presidential Scholars: Ashley Whitsitt, Meg Stanley, Karen Seay, Karen Wishnoff, Cynthia Vanderford, Cherie Thompson, Amy Rowland, Laurie Thrower, Stephanie Lawhorne, Phyllis Bruce, Jennifer Russell, Mary Helen Allen, Liz Lightfoot, Kristin Wade, Ellen Abshire, Stephanie Cartwright. Rhonda Ball. Mot Pictured: Susan Cook, Michelle McGurk, Meredith Oakley, Stacey Powell, Marcie Saylor, Meg Freeman, Dedra Meadows, Carolin Smith, Felicity Tuke, Denise Burchette, Laura Green, Lane Klotzberger, Sarah Lewis, Darra McMillan, Rita Williams. Scholarship Leadership Citizenship Achievement Dana Scholars, front row: Margaret Bell, Teresa Conner. Middle: Robin Bumgarner, Jo Childs, Betty Dishman, Kathleen Ives. Back row: Pam Reynolds, Brenda Vamer, Lori hare, hot pictured: Ruth Charron, Mary Johnson, Jane E. Jones, Lynne Laughlin, Kathryn Lockamy, Shirley McGuire, Cathy Poral, Jenny Puri, Mirian Sidey, Eaye Stokes, Sheri Blackwood, Paula Brown, Suzanne Manzer, hikki Slocum, Trish Vail, Dianne Caldwell, Becky Garrett, Eve Mill, hope Tarantelli, Miles White. Belk Scholars, Front row: Lisa Schonemann, Rachelle Funderburk, Margaret Bell, hand Petrulovich, Middle: Mollie Bogan, Paige Waite, Kelli Harshbarger, Clare McClure, Kristen hiller. Back row: Brenda Vamer, Lisa Stewart, Jo Childs, Pam Reynolds, hot Pictured: Becky Bennett, Tracey Cheyney, Caroline Cotham, Gina Rogers, hikki Wilson, Sherry Adams, Jennifer Brock, Marian huntley. Cricket Kostbade, Trish Vail, Dianne Caldwell, Kim Hutchinson, Christina Kotoske, Melanie Moore, Christy Parham, hope Tarantelli, Miles White, DuGue Whitney, Kira Alatar, Elizabeth Alexander, Michelle Allbright, Marion Bocot, Kathryn Bolick, Laura Caligan, Allison Glaw, Lisa Hiser, Robyn Kilby, Paula Lyons, Kerah Mitchell, Lynn Moon, heather Moore, Mary hantz, Karen Shimokura, Chris Thibodeaux. Queens Scholars, Front: Lisa Campagna, Suzanne Bollar, Yvonne Taylor. Back: Stephanie Waters, Tracy Terrell, hot pictured: Ruth Charron, Jenny Puri, Sarah Thomas, Paula Brown, Jan Moser, Elizabeth Barnes, Robin Boggs, Becky Garrett, Lori Wiseman, Laura Plybon, Julie Sears, Veronica Staton, Molly Wong. ■HI The Tri-Beta trip to the Qalapogas Islands was a huge success. Right, Meredith Oakley and Margaret Bell get close to an equally huge turtle. Tri-Beta members: Maria Poral, Te- resa Conner, Cathy Poral, Marga- ret Bell, Janet Alderman, Rachelle Funderburk, Mary Helen Allen. Meredith Oakley, Mary Johnson (hiding), Stephanie Cartwright, Jo Childs, Ellen Abshire, Advisor Dr.l Virginia Martin, Eva Hill, Susan Cook. Redd Scholars: Julianne Brink- man, Betsy Byron, Hayden Done- hue. Hot pictured: Johnsye White, Ashley Bierig, Jennifer Bronzini, Mary Jereza, Mary Jordan, Melissa Calhoun. At the Tri-Beta banquet, newly elected president Eva Hill, left, shares her happiness with members Janet Alderman, Lisa Campagna, and Stephanie Cartwright, Tri-Beta is a very active organization, and to support their projects they have several fundraisers. Here Seniors Margaret Bell, Marcie Saylor, and Meredith Oakley mind the store at a plant sale. Chief Marshall Mary Johnson helps Seniors get it together before the Awards Convocation. 101 Tass' : - moved in the bree s women lined side Belk Cha- . Twenty-five se- niors and rising se- niors waited to proceed into the instal- lation ceremony for Mortar Board. On April 5, 1987, the 200th chapter of Mor- tar Board was installed at Queens College. The Petition of the Orb and Sceptor Honor So- ciety, established at Queens in 1961, was accepted by Mortar Board. Kathryne MacKen- zie, vice President of Mortar Board, and Es- ther Williams, the North Carolina section leader, presided over the orientation and in- stallation of the newest chapter of Mortar Board, Incorporated. Alumni members in- stalled were Garalynd Lowder, Susan Dy- kema, Tara Rand, and Burwell Atkinson Whit- tenton. Honorary member installed was Dr. Clyda Stokes Rent. Mortar Board is a na- tional honor society of college seniors. It was the first national orga- nization honoring sen- ior college women. Mortar Board began at the University of Chica- go in 1915. Stephanie Lawhome was all Mortar Board pin. smiles when she received her Paula Brown signs the Mortar Board membership book. 1987-88 members of Mortar Board: Front: Maria Poral, 2nd row: Cindy Vanderford, Denise Burchette, Rachelle Funderburk, Suzanne Manzer. 3rd row: Meg Stanley, Karen Seay, Betty Dishman. 4th row: Molly Waldrup, Sarah Shyselle, Paula Brown. 6th row: Linda Hoe, Stephanie Lawhome, Linda Hunt. Hot pictured: Lura Owens. Above: Dr. Wireman accepts the Mortar Board charter from representatives from Mortar Board, Incorporated, Katherine MacKenzie and Esther Williams. 1986-87 members installed in Mortar Board: (Hot in order): Phyllis Bruce, Mary Johnson, Susan Cook, Julia Kurdt, Allison Frantz, Shirley McGuire, Ellen Abshire, Kathleen Ives, Geanice Lowder, and Margaret Bell. 1986-87 members of Orb and Sceptor Katie Ives, Allison Frantz, Susan Cook, and Ellen Abshire wait in line to become members of Mortar Board. - PEOPLE A VIEW FROM WITHIN Ellen L. Abshire English History Drama Woodbridge, VA Leslie 5. Addington hursing Roanoke, VA Susan Lynn Allen Music Business Raleigh, MC Jennifer Leigh Anderson Communications Winston-Salem, MC WAIT JUST A MINUTE!! We are tired old seniors, weary, worn, and blue — can't wait til graduation and unemployment, too! The halls rang with this disgustingly tired old ditty . . . I've heard it sung too many times to be really excitd for the seniors; anyway, they're getting out, lucky things, so why do they have to gloat? Heaving a gusty sight, 1 popped my book closed and shuffled to the door to wave and smile at the practically free senior class. As 1 threw my door wide, the wave of noise increased to a stereophonic roar . . . WAIT JUST A MINUTE!! Something was wrong with this picture, and I'll tell you what it was. This time it was me traipsing down the halls of the dorms . . . and what was I doing with a traditional black-bat gown and square cap on? I find it very difficult to believe, but it seems as if I have finally made it into the exalted echelon of the senior class — and let me tell you, it feels mighty weird. It has given me remarkable new insights into what I had termed abnormal senior behavior'' in my underclassmen years, though. I now know why seniors tend to withdraw from things occasionally, viewing them with a slightly aloof gaze. It is a frightening feeling to be on the verge of something so different from college years — and even worse than high school was. And 1 think that it is equally nerve- wracking for all of us, whether we are going into the real world,'' getting married, or going on to graduate school. Senior year is not the final frontier — the world outside is, and I have had to constantly battle the feeling that I am going to fall down a black hole at any minute and never be heard from again. With each Queens event, especially the traditional events, the thought has pushed in from the edges of my brain; This is the last time you will ever do this at Queens, and I find myself clinging to the happenings and the feeling with all my strength, afraid to loosen my grip in case it should all slip through my fingers. It is this intense need to hold on that makes me withdraw occasionally, working on the logic that if you pull yourself away gradually it will hurt less than if you are jerked all at once (This is the same mentality I had when I was five years old and wanted to take an hour to take off a Band-Aid instead of letting Mom do it for me in a second). Katie Ives Ellen Abshire Dianne Bailey Communications Margaret Ayers Bell Biology Georgetown, SC Rebecca Suzanne Bennett Business Administration Fairhope, AL Katherine Florence Blackwelder English Charlotte, HC Laura Sain tries to beat the clock and shave her balloon before the others at Derby Day. Jennifer Lynn Boone Business Administration Winston-Salem, NC Phyllis Ann Bruce English Business Administration Roebuck, SC Dawn Christine Buice Early Childhood Education Sunshine, MD Leslie Leigh Bynum Psychology Winston-Salem, PIC Elisa M. Camara Charlotte, PIC Melanie Therese Cease Political Science St. Petersburg, FL Ruth Hicolette Charron Plursing Springfield, VA Tracey Meade Cheyney nursing Washington Crossing, PA Sonya Guion, escorted by her father, was Maid of Honor of May Court 1987 Carol Clark Mistory Spanish — minor Charlotte, NC Teresa Ann Conner Biology Princeton, WV f ( Well, the end of the year is looming upon us — while time goes slowly for many people, it lias flown for me. I can't believe that four years can pass so quickly and I can change so much! When 1 realize that I'm only one quarter of the way through life, it's staggering to think how much more I have to learn. This is one of the gifts that Queens has given me — the ability to keep an open mind and learn something from everything. Since I have been here, I have learned so much, both about my major and myself. I've taken science courses for two semesters and (surprise, surprise) actually enjoyed them — sort of. I ve stood up on stage in front of Tree Conner and Stephanie Lawhorne count the results from the Phase II elections. two hundred people and become someone different from myself. I've toured three southern states with the Concert Choir and found out that Civil War is actually pronounced Civila Wawah ' (image college without knowing that!), and have traveled through Europe during the coldest winter since 1954 — lucky me. I've discovered that there are very few things I can't do if I put my mind to it (with the possible exception of enjoying Saga food) and I've gotten to know terrific people whom I might never have run into if I wasn't here. Thinking of what my life would have been if I had never come to Queens is difficult — just as difficult as thinking of the future without them. Susan L. Cook Music Therapy Beckley, WV Trina Ann Cook Computer Science Shelby, nc Caroline Ann Cotham Early Childhood Education Winston-Salem, NC Laura Wark Davis Psychology Charlotte, NC 109 Lena Flournoy Charlotte, NC Allison Frantz Psychology Marietta, QA Seniors Elisha Ferrell, Veronica Stewart, Lyn Laughlin, and Sonya Guion, clown around after singing through the dorms. Displaying their talents for being pumpkin heads, seniors Beth Obenshain, Veronica Stewart, and Olivia Heffner get ready to party. Erin Elizabeth Ferguson Charlotte, NC Lim Eew Eoong Business Administration Accounting Ipoh, Mayalsia Lori Kay Hare Music Therapy Greenville, SC Paige Orrie fights off another Saga dinner. Elisher Maria Ferrell Business Administration Atlanta. GA Laura Fortson Harrison Business Administration Charlotte. HC Olivia Logan Heffner English Communications Spartanburg, SC Deanna Hensley Baltimore, MD Abby Hewins Psychology History — minor Yardley, PA 111 d 112 I Think 1 11 I am tremendously fortunate to be a member of the Class of 1987, and I don't mean just because I'm graduating this year, either. Since I have been here I have never seen a class quite like ours. 1 remember when we came, we began to make a name for ourselves quite early, and faculty began talking about the Class of 1987'' like we were a flock — whether of eagles or flat-out turkeys. Now there is talk of the professors getting together and failing all of us just so we can stay one more year, so I guess that means they like us. It is generally difficult to describe just what holds us together, but we are surely a close senior class. Wepretty much span the major fields, as far North as Washington, DC, (and some even farther). Keep 'Em as far West as California, and as far East as Japan, so obviously we don't have geographical location in our favor. And as for personal looks and beliefs, well, we won't even touch that one. Yet still we manage to be a class which interacts and communicates as a group more than any senior class in memorable history. When was the last time Black Terrorists hit Queens and mysteriously kidnapped every professor's robe that they could lay their hands on, held said garments for ransom, and threw a beer party for the beleaguered teachers with the proceeds? Graduating nursing majors get ready to raid Wallace Dorm. Elizabeth Jones Business Administration History — minor Atlanta, GA Jane Elizabeth Jones Danville, VA Caroyn Cody Jenkins Mursing Psychology — minor Memphis, TN Ann Johnson Charlotte, NC Kathleen Helen Ives English English Drama Springfield, VA Mary Caroline Johnson Psychology Wilmington, HC Lynne Patrice Laughlin nursing Atlanta, GA Kathryn Lee Jensen hew Smyrna Beach, EL Olivia Heffner gets photographed by her roommate, nikki Wilson, who is the Yearbook photographer at an English club party. Julia Brawley Kurdt Museums, Archives, and Historic Sites Charleston, WV Dorothy Sizemore Lipscomb nursing Charlotte, nC Deborah McLaurin Keener nursing Mooresville, nc Carol Lovelace Art, Museums, Archives, and Historic Sites Charlotte, nc 113 Kelly Lorraine Lovelace Business Administration Charlotte, NC Qeanice Elayne Lowder English Business Charlotte, NC Martha Inda McDonald Business Montgomery, AL Esther B. McGarity General Studies Charlotte, HC Michele McGurk Biology Lawrenceville, GA Shirley Ann McGuire Psychology Sarasota, FL Veronica Stewart, working in the Hollow Grill, takes a moment to chat with a customer. Cheryl Lynn Meredith nursing Tampa, FL Toni Merritt Greenwood, SC 114 Dawn Michele Molnar Biology High Point, HC Meredith Oakley Biology Decatur, GA Sally Patricia Moffat Business Asheville, HC Margaret Bell, Suzanne Manzer, Brenda Varner, and Marcie Saylor sing the Queens College Hymn during orientation. m Carol and Kelly Lovelace sit and absorb the sun in front of Walker Science Building. 115 Terry Oates Charlotte, NC Beth Obenshain Communications Durham, NC Paige Orrie Business Roswell, QA Roberta Palumbo Business Charlotte, NC Standing outside of Tillett, Elian Thompson, Lynn Laughlin, Dawn Molnar, and Sonya Quion discuss their last semester at Queens during the Senior Party. Cathrine Anne Poral Psychology Biology — minor Princeton, WV Tara Rand nursing Charlotte, MC Susan Maree Ritchie Business Administration Psychology — minor Rockville Centre, MY Jeannette Puri Business English Tallahassee, PL Deborah L. Rhoads Business Administration Political Science — minor Bowie, MD Gina Lynn Rogers Music Communications Orange, VA Laura Sain Business French Spartanburg, SC Ellen Abshire and Katie Ives practice before they perform during Boar's Mead dinner. 117 Marcie Saylor Biology Tampa, FL Tamara Anne Schriefer Early Childhood Education Fort Lauderdale, FL Kimberly Searcy English History Wilkesboro, NC Miriam Wemer Sidey hursing Fredonia, hY Jane Staley Mathematics Charleston, SC Margo Richelle Stephenson Linda Faye Stokes nursing nursing Sebring, FL Florence, SC Terri Tedesco English Communications Charlotte, nc Sarah Ann Thomas Communications Business Beckley, WV Elian E. Thompson Art Memphis, Tn Bille Tomblin Hickory, nc Brenda Jean Vamer Computer Science Math Cross, SC 118 Remember When . Louise White English Communications Atlanta, QA Nicole Wilson English Communications Charleston, WV Karen Wishnoff Business Administration Music — minor Charlotte, NC Mixed with emotions, the senior class gathers on the steps of Belk Chapel after their first convocation as seniors. ... Dr. Goode Smoked . . . the fiji bus made its rounds ... we had a freshman Super Bowl Party and got caught by Honor Council . . . we had peeping toms ... we thought Dixie Electric Company was the place to be ... we thought Saga food was improving . . . Paige and others took revenge on Caroline s date . . . Melanie had nude posters all over her room . . . Yur was the hunk of Harris short hall . . . Beth and Mel had Sesame Street parties ... Dr. Tyson used to speak about the Queens concept . . . Yarda caused chaos at Freshmen leadership term ... Mr. Peterson was gone and we missed him ... Dr. Whalen gave his I was a freshman too speech ... the Early Learning Center was still open . . . Walker Science had a chemical leak . . . Jim and Tammy were the head of PTL . . . we were 18 and could drink . . . Jennifer A. and Greg had a fight in Harris parking lot and woke the whole dorm up . . . Robin dated Party Marty . . . Belk dorm was searched by Public Safety . . . Tracey Cheyney thought Scott Chase was gorgeous . . . Rae Lamb sold her clothes to pay her phone bill . . . Roger, Lance, Carolyn, Donna, and others were Public Safety officers . . . Laura Wark got married . . . we had game of 1 never . . . Toni came . . . left . . . came back . . . and left again . . . Diana Williams became Dean of Student Affairs . . . WE never had A.C.'s . . . Jennifer Burns was Chaplin ... Dr. Oates had Gooney Pooney birds and Jimmy Beer ... we sang I wanna make violent Junior Class Sherry Adams Karen Bengston Jennifer Brock Paula Brown Denise Burchette Carolyn Chaite Angie DeBord Karen Dellinger Jennifer Engle Beth Erwin Kathy figiel Rachelle Funderburk 120 Junior Stephanie Lawhome was elected president of the Senate for 1987-88. Mere she smiles with her mother at the brunch on Mother's weekend. I Lisa Hartman Mary Holland Marian Huntley Julie Immke Patricia Inabinett Piatalie Irving Mantie Kamara Claire Finley is just one of the many talented juniors at Queens. She practices the piano for an upcoming recital with total concentration. But Juniors are not serious all the time. In fact, they can be very silly and fun-loving at times. Sherry Adams, above, hams it up during rush. Julie Gornowicz Tessa Gregory Ashleigh Hall Kelli Harshbarger Th S' 1 ihe Diana Fountain are a welcome diversion to the routine of class schedules, and Sandy Stanulis and Leslie Banks stop to watch them before going to lunch. Suzanne Manzer, right, represents the junior class at the phone-a- thon. It seems that Suzanne has just received a very interesting phone call. Stephanie Lawhome Suzanne Manzer Jan Moser Alicia Phillips Lesa Pittman Pam Reynolds Suzette Shears Tracy Slane Caryn Smith Andra Steed Left, Juniors Denise Burchette and Marion Huntley dine together at a Wednesday night sit-down dinner. These dinners, held once a month, give students a break from the monotony of cafeteria style meals. One of the worst things that can happen to a student is to find their mailbox empty, but Missy Martin lucks out and gets a letter. Below, Ashleigh Hall kills some free time during orientation by explaining to Trish Vail what had happened earlier at Woody Woodwards. 123 Pam Reynolds, right, helps with the ice cream social during orientation. The committee was made up of mostly juniors this past year, and they helped to make orientation a huge success. - ■ The library is a good place to study because it is quiet and there aren't many distractions. Rachelle doesn't seem to like being interrupted for a picture. I Linda Hoe. and her mother, the Assistant Registrar, have lunch together in the hollow Grill. Linda could be telling her mother that she has been elected president of Kappa Delta sorority. The Junior class, although the smallest on campus, is a class full of fun and excitement. Left, Amanda Barnett and Sherry Adams have a laugh in the post office. Vo Janet Alderman Mary Helen Allen Rhonda Ball Elizabeth Barnes Robin Boggs Wendy Best Robin Bumgarner Diane Caldwell Donna Caldwell Lisa Campagna Stephanie Cartwright Jo Childs Kelly Cheek Dianna Daisey Gretchen Eorberg Becky Garrett Sophomore Class Debbie Gray Wendy Grotting Ginny Marian Judith Mayes Jody Menderson Elizabeth Menderson Lisa Merrald Eva Mill Katherine Mill Tricia Mill Caroline Momesley Elizabeth Moshall Susan Howard Debbie Mull Kim Hutchinson Nancy Kazmierski 127 Stephanie Kerns Cristina Kotoske Dianna Leis Kathy Lennon Nary Lynch Anna McDonald Jennifer L. Martin Katie Mason Frann Madlyn Andrea Mazzeo Melanie Moore Kristen Needham 128 Marliam nye Christy Parham Theresa Quattrone Musheerah Kahmaan Sarah Rogers Bambi Rowan Jennifer Russell Lynn Sain Mi Suk Shim Carolin Smith Lisa Stewart hancy Swecker ' V- .V -«vs hope Tarantelli Cathy Thomas Lori Utter henna Wade Johnsye White Miles White Dugue Whitney Beth Wilson Paige Waite LeAnn Warren Linda Warren Sally Wheeler Lori Wiseman 130 Registration is held in the library and. top picture. Dawn heard stops to talk to Tricia hill about her summer vacation. Saga Food Service hires students to work in the snackbar, and also for their outside catering jobs. Left, Andrea Mazzeo, Lisa herrald, and Robin Glaysher wait to serve at a Wednesday night dinner. The college bookstore offers a wide variety of items to tempt students inside. Meg Freeman and her roommate Sally Wheeler browse through the poster section to find something for their room. 131 We Are All In The Same Boat Many incoming freshmen were greeted by this saying on their hall as they first crossed the threshold of Harris Dorm. Along with this new beginning came many adjustments to college life such as moving in, establishing roommates and friends, and getting used to the hard work load. The freshmen class has grown up together during this first year. We came to Queens not knowing exactly what to expect. The mixed feelings we had as we moved in and went through orientation started to change as we began to make friends. Many of us got close as we fell into each other s arms at Woody- Woodward s during orientation. We started spending more time with our friends, but we also had to leam to balance our social life with academics. We experienced some different feelings when we went home and came back for the first time. From Rush in September to Mother s Weekend in April, the freshmen have been involved throughout the year. As well as getting to know other classmates, we also learned a lot more about ourselves. Margaret Aswad Kira Alatar Lisa Alberto Elizabeth Alexander Michelle Albright Bridgette Amon Marion Bacot Deborah Beheler Lucy Best Ashley Bierig Mollie Bogan Pam Boggs 132 freshmen Kathryn Bolick Suzanne Bolar Manci Brillant Julie Brinkman Jennifer Bronzini Tara Brownell Wendi Bryant Suzy Buelvas Betsy Byron Melissa Calhoun Laura Caligan Lauren Cate The first day at college is an exciting experience, but it can also be a bit frightening. The Orientation Committee works hard to make freshmen and new students feel at home. 133 Faith Cohen Lachlan Collins Sheri Collins Carolyn Cook Mary Virginia Covington Laura Crutchfield Seeley Dennis Katie Dunlap Tonya Durham Ginny Emrick Kathy Fabian 1.34 freshmen Kristen Hiller Lisa Hiser Erin Holleman Leslie Ivester Mary Jereza Christie Jones Mary Jordan Carin Kantala Robin Kilby Lane Klotzberger Sarah Lewis Liz Lightfoot Christy Lucas Auri Lyman Paula Lyons Liz MacBeth Clare McClure Kara McCormick Keri McMasters Darra McMillian 136 freshmen Sitting desk duty is a not-so-fun part of residence life at Queens. But it is not so bad when you have friends to keep you company. Left, Beth Massey and Laura Caligan pass the time by playing backgammon. Sometimes studying can be exhausting and Mary Price seems to be tired of the library. A phone call home can make all the difference on a bad day. Marion Bacot uses the pay phone to get away from her books for a while. This year freshmen were very active in campus social activities. Katie Dunlap leads her date to the dance floor at the Valentine's Day dance. Freshmen thank the driver who took them on their road-trip to Wake Forest. Emily Macey Debbie Najewski Lisa Marsh Jennifer Martin Beth Massey Shirley Minch Cathy Mitchell Kerah Mitchell Lynn Moon Charla Moore heather Moore Beth Morrow freshman I «- Missy Morton Julie Mosley Mary Mantz Linda O Dell Tami Oxley Manci Petrulovich Laura Plybon Mary Price Trish Reever Amy Rowland Lisa Schonemann Michelle Scott Heather, Liz, and Elizabeth taking a break from the excitement of rollercoasters. The trip to Carowinds is a traditional part of freshman orientation. Stephanie and Sarah are chillin' out to the sounds of the Cruisomatics.'' s. freshmen 139 The hallways in some dorms may be dull and lifeless, but not the ones in Marris. Signs litter A late-night study session is a the walls, and apparantly some common sight in a college dorm. are more exciting than others. Jules Sears Karen ShimoKura Lori Simmons Stephanie Stans Veronica Staton Leslie Strother Victoria Szafransky Yvonne Taylor Amy Temple Tracy Terrell Chris Thibodeaux Cherie Thompson 140 freshmen • .•«’V.—; '.•i' Atgy Laurie Thrower Jeri Turbyfill Kristin Wade Cindy Waitkus Julie Waldrop Michelle W'amock Krista I Warren Lil Watson Alice Warwick Monica Weathers Michelle Wendell Rita Williams Theresa Williams Heather Wilson LeDell Winslow Molly Wong A VIEW FROM WITHIN FACULTY Carol Bender Religion The faculty at Queens is exceptional. They are not only outstanding academically, but personally as well. Faculty members seek out students — they look for us. They go beyond the student teacher relationships to establish solid friendships. This closeness and easy familiarity only adds to the Christine Allegretti Psychology Carol Boggs Sociology Flo Cobey Chemistry intellectual energy of the campus. Students are never afraid to ask for help, and can also bring ideas, suggestions, or problems to professors. Students respect the faculty at Queens a great deal, but this respect does not make them unreachable. The science building isn't exactly the most fun place on campus, but Dr. Fehon shouldn't have to think that much on whether or not to let Dr. Lammers come inside. Biology Robert Finley Finance Economics Psychology Center: Rick Crown gives a pottery demonstration at Queensfest. Below: Marbury Brown scares the kids at Queensfest by drawing skeletons. Opposite page. Left: Dr. Martin checks on Jo Childs at the Tri- Beta plant sale. Education Though the faculty at Queens is outstanding, a fev stand out from the crowd. Looking closely, one sees the emergence of two professors as favorites of the students, and as superb examples of the Queens Community. These two are Dr. Robert Whalen and Dr. William Thompson. These two are quite memorable in themselves, but together, they are unforgettable. Whenever Queens has a function, you can count on them to be present. When asked what motivated them to be involved with the students, their responses were very revealing. Dr. Whalen said, Students are a very special tribe . . . they are the only group in society not trained to beat to some single drum. As for Queens students, they are the single most courteous and good-humored tribe I have yet encountered. I simply can't imagine any more exciting way to make a living. Dr. Thompson answered, I like the students — I enjoy seeing them leam. I enjoy seeing them grow in maturity to adulthood, especially if I have made some contribution to that growth or learning. Clearly these are two very special professors and anyone who has had any sort of contact with them would agree that Queens is very lucky to have them as members of our community. Cathy Haselden Business 144 Mike Hammond Mathematics Janice Ginger Education Richard Goode English Opposite: Dr. Whalen and Dr. Thompson deliver the Yule Log story at the Christmas bonfire. Because of his creative, energetic speeches Dr. Whalen is a favorite speaker on campus. Here he delivers a speech to the freshmen during orientation. Virginia Martin Biology Emory Mason Registrar Dr. Thompson is a frequent part of many campus activities. He often brings his favorite companion, his five-year-old daughter Carroll. She usually ends up with a better view than anybody. F'jaFWi Matjorie Kirby Foreign Language Joseph Lammers Music Academic advising is one of the most important parts to the first few weeks of new students. Dr. Couch has lunch with his advising group to help them make sense of their schedules. Dr. Boggs seems pleased with this students choice of courses. Jimmie Oates Physics — a cl 0 Phyllis Pharr Physical Education Paul Newman English Jeff Nystrom Chemistry i Twins? MO. Just MR. Basini and Mr. Crown having fun again. Robert Porter Art John Slater Communications Barbara Thacker Mathematics Computer Science Although academics are an important aspect of life at Queens, academic advising is even more important. Faculty members each have student advisees, students who desire a major in the area in which the faculty member teaches. The advisor not only helps the student plan their academic schedule, but helps them settle into Queens with a favorable student teacher relationship. Academic advising is very important because it helps keep the students in challenging classes, and the ones that are more suited to them. The faculty also benefits from this because it helps them keep in touch with the student s dreams and hopes. Faculty - Dr. Allegretti welcomes questions after her lecture in General Psychology. Connie Bray rehearses with students before a recital, and even brings gifts. Yolanda Yoder Mathematics Computer Science £ ' i • • '• William Thompson history 14ft Mathematics Administration Registrar Office: Dr. Emory Mason, Sally Huhn, Ray hoe Alumni and Development Offices: Adelaide Davis, Ann Matthews, Linda Love, Alan Lee and Sue Honeycutt. 150 These different departments help hold Queens together and Keeps the college functioning smoothly. Thanks to Public Safety, Admissions Core, the Business offices. Financial Aid, Alumni's Maintenance department. Saga food services, all the secretaries, the computer center, the library staff, and all the other people on staff at Queens that makes life a little easier everyday. Business Office 152 HB 154 Student Affairs: Krispin Wagnor, Susan Keenan, Angie Hammett, Lynn Midgett, Lisa Wiegan, Dean of Student Affairs, and Chaplin Denise DeterRankin. Being a part of student affairs, Krispin is the advisor to all College Union committees. Here she listens at a college union meeting. They planned a five year birthday party. m 155 Career Center: Julie Marr, Beverly Rosson, Katie Elsasser. Mark nelson and Miss Lillie prepare Morrison dining Hall for the upcoming Admission visit dinner. Saga provides food for all the special occasions that occur on campus. -M if Time iaiffiJBUBUiBB 159 - “CHARLOTTES MOST ELEGANT PLACE TO MEET PEOPLE” • PHASE I II OFFER TWO EXCITING PLACES TO PARTY UNDER ONE ROOF! • WHISPERS TURNS THE PARTY INSIDE OUT ON THE PATIO — •'CHARLOTTES ULTIMATE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE! • DANCE TO THE HOTTEST TOP 40 BEACH POP R B HITS! • WHISPERS DINING ROOM IS ONLY A STEP AWAY, OFFERING A COMPLETE MENU INCLUDING SANDWICHES AND DINNER ITEMS. Location — 4321 Park Road (Behind A P at Park Rd. 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Mary Holland TAMMY MOORE and GANG of losers, juvenile delinquents, and problem children; get a grip over summer. Come back as 19-20 year olds instead of 12-13. 1 want to thank K. Jane, my eating buddy; Becky, my running partner; and LeAnn, my roommate, for a great year! Love ya, Linda Thanks for being such GREAT friends! I'm really going to miss ya'll next year. Love you both, Caroline To: Beth, Shirley, Jane, and the gang: Someone once asked me what the definition of ' friend'' is. All I could think to reply was your names. Mel Jodi Diodati — you are the greatest room-mate a girl could ever ask for! I love you very much! Love, Carolyn Schiz — There was Silicone, Lee, Lizard, Royalhouse, Alpha, numerous Courtesies, Fall Break, Plastic Beaded Polyester Dresses, Wide Loads, and many more fantastic times to come. Ronnie To Marcie, Lisa, and Stephanie — Our thanks to the best lab assistants ever! We appreciate all your work. Dr. Cobey and Dr. Nystrom To Lucy, my best friend ever, just remember: Davidson, honk, honk, Coors light, Saab, B.A.D., Shadows in purple, chocolate, and EAE! I LOVE YOU — Wendi To a certain Unicom and an Aussie; congratulations on surviving the year. You're two really terrific friends. Love in . . . well you know, Teddy To existing employees Trina DeLoach, Lim Yew Foong, and riancy Armstrong: Congratulations! We will miss you. Good luck wherever you go. The Computer Center MAO, Good luck at vet school — Call me when you have ruffles and sour cream or cornbread muffins! I've warned the animals in Georgia! Love, Bren Dawn, I never thought I'd survive the year and keep your men straight! Teach me your secret? Thanks for being there for four years. Love always, Bren 'Tis the season to call the wenches! You no make good housepet, but I've grown accustomed to your obscene ways, and I adore y'all anyway!! Kelly Billingsley To my husband, W.L. Lipscomb I made it!'' 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