Fairmont State University - Mound Yearbook (Fairmont, WV)

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Under a hillside tree, one of Michael Elliott ' s classes meets on a beautiful June afternoon. A June morning storm overshadows Wallman Hall and outdoor lights appear all over campus. Warm weather gives students a chance to walk around the beautiful campus. The hill in front of the Feaster Center becomes a place to relax as these students take a break from class. 3 ,-jlJ 12 The weather

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Captain Crazy, Porter Stiles, seems to get in on everything. Here he cheers with Tim Belotte, Micki Edens and Rick Morris. Being able to cheer in nice weather is a rare treat and Micki Edens and Rick Morris take advantage of the opportunity. After a mount, Julie Gainer falls safely into Jay Messenger ' s arms. Cheerleaders 1 1

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Mother Nature 101 Small water puddles formed at the foot of every occupied chair. Students left the warmth of home a few minutes early to trudge through snow to reach class on time. The sun appeared and tempera- tures rose as students were tempted to spend the day at Valley Falls. The weath- er, one aspect of college life that was often ignored, played an important role in the student ' s everyday life. In fact, it be- came another course for everyone — Mother Nature 101. The freshly cut lawn was often spotted with students spending time studying or socializing during both summer terms. Some classes, held outside under trees, gave students a breath of fresh air. Art students traveled around campus and Fairmont in search of that perfect site for a painting. Joggers and bikers became a common obstacle on the campus roads and sidewalks. The steps beside the Turley Center were a favorite meeting place during the fall. Talk could be heard of plans to skip class to travel to Valley Falls before the weather turned bad. The autumn hillside added to the festivities of an afternoon game at Rosier Field. Winter weather encouraged some stu- dents to stay inside for warmth. However, the cold weather lovers could be seen out traipsing through ankle deep snow or playing a harmless game of snowballs. The hill by Pence Hall became a gather- ing spot for sleigh riders while others headed to Morgantown to go ice skating. Ski trips found their way into weekend plans. The first sign of spring meant a few va- cant chairs in class as the fever hit. Homework was put off until late. Finals were especially hard to study for as the excitement of summer approached. The weather, a course all its own, was an individual class. It affected how one dressed to weather or not he attended class. Securing his transportation, this bicyclist chains his bike to the railing outside Wallman Hall before going to class. 7- ■ ' J 6rtJHl Autumn leaves provide a nice archway for these two students as they climb the steps to Morrow Hall. Cafeteria trays replace a sled for Lanna Klein and Bill Klingelsmith as they coast down a hill outside the Library. The weather 13