Cowley College - Tiger Daze Yearbook (Arkansas City, KS)

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FROM THE PRESIDENT... On behalf of the Trustees, Administrators, Faculty, and Staff, I welcome you to the 1987-1988 academic year at Cowley County Community College. You are the reason we exist. We care about you and are delighted that you are here. If we can help you in any way, please let us know. I encourage you to be involved in Cowley County Community College. You become involved by challenging your instructors in class, participating in activities and supporting all college functions. Please make this one of the most exciting years ever at CCCC. See you on campus! ! W yrnad SGA WELCOME Hi everybody, As Student Government Association President I would like to welcome you to Cowley County Community College. Our main objective this year is to link faculty and students in better communication while increasing participation in all college events. You can help us achieve that goal by attending our first meeting on September 24, 1987. With your input and support we can make this a really exciting year at Cowley. We have many exciting things planned for the 1987-88 school year. To kick it off right, the Student Government Association is sponsoring a Street Dance on August 24 at 8:30 p.m. following the Hay Ride and Cook-Out. The Street Dance will be a good opportunity to get acquainted and have a great time! See you at the dance, SGA President Pulse 3

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EDITOR ' S NOTE Welcome to Cowley County Community College! In choosing Cowley as the starting place for your college career you have given yourself the opportunity to further your education in a very personalized way. While developing the fundamentals of your education you will encounter teachers who are truly interested in you, the student Most often those teachers will greet you by name in and out of school. It is a nice feeling to know someone cares about you, especially if you are far from home. Throughout the year there are memorable events that will make your first years in college special. Listed below is a small portion of my personal favorites. They ought to be placed on a calendar of the not to be missed events held throughout the year. Tiger Tube Week One of the funniest events to be held all year. This event is a great way to get acquainted with other students because it occurs during the first week of school. Tiger Tube is a round of hilarious games and contests all involving gigantic innertubes. The Tiger Tube Finale incorporates a river race and cook-out on the banks of the Arkansas River. SGA Halloween Dance There is no excuse for missing this dance. Everyone dresses up so start planning your costumes early. The best place to shop for that special outfit is the Salvation Army. Cowley ' s Family Day Oct. 10 marks one of the rare times when you are encouraged to bring your entire family to school for special events and entertainment. This is the perfect opportunity to see you teachers performing in the talent show. Arkalalah For those of you from out of town this is Ark City ' s special day. There is Queen Alalah, who is always a Cowley sophomore, an incredible three-hour parade down Main Street, an even better kiddie parade, pancake breakfasts, carnivals, and dances. Christmas Break A month off before second semester begins, need I say more? Homecoming Valentine Dance What a chance to see some of your friends dressed in something other than sweats. The decorations are incredible. Tigerama .One of the last events of the year. A celebration that combines a picnic dinner, games, and a dance for that last fling of the year. Choose your teams wisely for the games, the competition is stiff, and the games are outrageous. Honors Banquet Held the last week of classes, the Honors and Awards Banquet is an opportunity for the College and its instructors to give recognition to students for their outstanding performances during the year. You will be amazed at how the time flies and suddenly it is May and time to take your finals. The best advice I can give any student, is to become involved in events on campus. There are enough clubs, committees, staffs, and entertainment to provide something for everyone. This is a great way to meet new friends and develop your self esteem. The second-best advice I can give is to budget your time wisely. School is the main attraction here at Cowley, so do not spread yourself too thin. Pick a few things that you are truly interested in and do your best. Last of all, I urge you to listen. At times there are so many things going on at once that it is hard to keep up with it all. College is about so many things. Cowley is about a little more. by Julie Reed ON THE COVER-Tammy Wyant makes a splash at Tiger Tube week last year. The highlight of the week is the river race on the Arkansas River. Pulse Editor Julie Reed Ass ' t. Editor Kristi Adams Copy Editor Stephanie Brunner Business Manager Denise Woods Photography Editor Wayne Gottstine Photographer John Bernhardt Design Consultant Mark Patrick Writers Michael Carmody Andria Drognoski Elizabeth Riley Tonya Rudolph Administrative Ass ' t. Brian Reed Adviser Linda S. Puntney 2 Survival guide ' 87

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DORMITORY LIFE Sharing more than just toothpaste For those who have never lived with anyone other than Dad, Mom, Sis, and Spot, campus living invites culture shock into once carefree lifestyles. Necessary survival tips help maintain stability in the lives of dorm residents. Room assignments With the exception of sophomores and those who have inside connections, most residents will be assigned a room and a roommate. The dorm managers try their best to match up people, but unfortun- ately none of them have ESP. It is best to just wait and see if roommates will get along. There are three classifications of roommates-immaculate, moderate, and slob. The luckiest are those who are matched with others like themselves. Any combination of moderate and other usually works also. Immaculate and slob are totally incompatible. This match has grounds for re-assignment. Keep in mind, too, that each room must share a bath. Furniture Each room has two wardrobes, two desks, two chairs, and two beds. The beds are super slim twins that must have a plastic cover kept on at all times. The fitted sheets are difficult to fit. The beds can convert into bunk beds if desired, leaving more room space. With a little ingenuity, residents can arrange their furniture pleasingly and yet space conscious. Mounting a bed on two desks is a popular alternative to bunk beds. Even placing a bed on two wardrobes can work, but this does not leave much sleeping space. One intriguing furniture arrangement was attempted last year by Nick Ballarini and Tom Ahrensmeyer. They built a maze out of their furniture. Unfortunately, Nick will not be returning this fall because he was lost in his room. Room decor Traditionally, posters and pictures adorn the cold barriers of each room. Dorm manager Dennis Mclntire suggests anyting within taste for interior design. Residents should be creative by using plants, milk crates, other furniture, paintings or orginal works of art. For those on a tight budget, shopping at a thrift store, lik e the Salvation Army, or a garage sale can achieve the desired look. Appliances School policy prohibits the use of microwave ovens, hot plates, or any other cooking device in the rooms. Refrigerators can be rented foi a small fee from the dorm managers. Televisions and VCRs are a necessity for the couch potato Each dorm has a television and beginning this year, cable television hook ups are in each room and residents can check out VCRs. Having a personal phone in i room can guarantee the right tc use it anytime. Some may feel it necessary to bring along the message record for those just in case opportunities. Entertainment One of the best features of living in the dorms is being in the center of the action. School activities are nearby as are friends and classes. Of course, televisions are located in each dormitory foil loafing enjoyment. Trivial Pursuit and pokei tournaments prove to be exciting and meeting new people is a good way to occupy time. by Andria Drognoski GIFT SHOP CRAFT SUPPLIES O CANDLES O CRYSTAL JEWELRY O BRIDAL REGISTRATION TOLE PAINTING CLASSES SUE HUFFMAN (316)442-0229 314 SOUTH SUMMIT ARKANSAS CITY. KANSAS 67005 BRING IN THIS AD - - -RECEIVE 10% OFF ALL IN-STOCK MERCHANDISE J 4 Survival guide ' 87