Eastern Kentucky University - Milestone Yearbook (Richmond, KY)

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ELECTieN w Although the 1984 Presiden- tial Election may not have been an unpredictable one, it was certainly one of the most memorable — not only for the nation as a whole but also for the Commonwealth of Ken- tucky. The first debate between Mondale and Reagan was held at the Kentucky Center for the Arts in Louisville. Also, earlier in the race it seemed Ken- tucky ' s own governor might be selected as a running mate for Mondale. Although Martha Layne Collins was not chosen, another woman, Congress- woman, Geralrlinf; Forraro, was selected as Mondale ' s vice- presidential candidate. This event marked the first time a woman ever ran on the demo- cratic ticket for the office of vice-president. Another aspect that made this election year so memora- ble was Reagan ' s landslide vic- tory. Reagan claimed 525 elec- toral votes to Mondale ' s 13 which, in modern times, was only surpassed by Franklin Roosevelt in 1936. On this University ' s campus support and enthusiasm was shown for both parties. Bum- perstickers were plastered on cars, signs were hung in dorm windows, and buttons were worn on jackets and back- packs. One sorority even made a banner encouraging students to just get out and vote. On campus, voting was held in Burnham Hall, for the conve- nience of the voting student. What was Reagan ' s reaction to his victory and the prospect of four more years? You ain ' t seen nothin ' yet. (Photo reprinted with permission from The Courier-Journal and The Louisville Times.)

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A g riculture A Learning Experience The theme we are family, describes the University ' s agri- cultural department. It is a small college with 240 stu- dents involved in agriculture, horticulture, and pre-veteri- nary medicine. Not only does participating in class together allow the stu- dents and faculty to acquaint themselves with each other, but many of them work togeth- er to create a family atmo- sphere. John Mullins, a senior agricultural major said, If you work with someone four or five hours a day, that ' s some- thing you don ' t get in the class- room. This family atmosphere is seen often in the department. The students receive hands on training in their areas by working in the department ' s five greenhouses, on a dairy farm or in the orchards. They also receive experience on two farms used by the department. The Stateland Dairy is adja- cent to campus, and Meadow- brook Farm is located about 10 miles east of Richmond. Although the students work hard, they participate in var- ious activities, such as cook- outs, hayrides and parties sponsored by the department- al clubs. The agricultural, soil con- servation, horticultural FTD, the pre-veterinarian clubs and Delta Tau Alpha, an agricul- tural honor society, cater to specialized areas of interest within the broad area of agri- culture. Students may be ac- tive in a number of these orga- nizations or all of them. During the year the various or ganizations have cheese sales, sponsor lawn mower clinics, work for the preven- tion of soil erosion, sell flowers and make floral arrangements for various events. At the end of the year, all the organizations unite for a com- bined departmental banquet, with the different organiza- tions present scholarships, rec- ognize outstanding students and announce new officers for the coming year. Above: This agriculture student is grooming his holstein heifer for an upcoming show. Right: The agricultural department offers a floral design class each semester. One student works on her floral arrangement during class. Opposite Page: As a part of the agricultural curriculum. Todd .Mowry works for college credit at Stateland Dairy Farm. 30 Student Life