Fairmont State University - Mound Yearbook (Fairmont, WV)

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Everyone loves the Falcon mascot, especially little children. During the Shepherd game. Falcon Duane Eldridge met up with one little girl who wanted a hug. Members of the staff got involved in the idea of the roaring ' 20s with a variety of costumes. They posed with Dr. Wendell Hardway in the president ' s office. Following the parade, a dance was held in the Turley Center featuring the sound of Staircase. Many stu- dents enjoyed the night of dancing prior to the candidate drawing. During halftime ceremonies. Freshmen atten- dant Susan Berardi and her escort wait attentive- ly for the announcement of the 1985 queen. Leading the parade down Fairmont Avenue, the Falcon marching band created a spirit- filled atmosphere despite the rain showers. Roaring Twenties ll

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P 7 } I m As early as classes began, so did Hj B I preparation for the biggest event of M the fall. As the weeks progressed, Stu- i B dent Government officers chose the Roaring ' 20s as the 1985 Homecoming theme. The Roaring ' 20s officially kicked off on Monday, Oct. 21 with a performance of ' 20s music by Tennessee ' s comedian gui- tarist Brian Hussey. Tuesday was a night out at the movies for students, featuring Charlie Chaplin and the Three Stooges. Thursday was a bustle of activity as floats were completed, band instruments and shoes were shined by the Fighting Falcon marching band and candidates were lined up. At 6 p.m. the parade stepped off down Fairmont Avenue where the streets were lined with many students, faculty and townspeople despite the rainy weather that had plagued the day. Fourteen queen candidates and Parade Marshall Anne Holbert, a 1939 alumnis, headed the lineup. The whole thing was fun — working on the float and the parade, commented Jane Fichtner, home economics major and queen candidate. My driver and I couldn ' t get the roof down on my car. We finally got it fixed and went on in the parade. oaring Twenties After the parade, the Turley Center ballroom rocked with the sounds of the band Staircase. Roaring ' 20s costumes were worn by students, faculty and staff, bringing to life the characters of the Prohibition Era. Flappers, gangsters, gamblers and characters from the Cotton Club were all in attendance, with period music like the Charleston being popular. During a break in the dance, the finalists for Homecoming queen were chosen. By choosing yellow colored roses, the field of 14 candidates was narrowed to five. They included Kari Carlson, Masquers ROTC Rangers; Sherry Christian, Sigma Sig- ma Sigma; Tina Cinelli, TKE; Denise Clark, Phi Mu; and Jane Fichtner, Home Economics Technology. According to Miss Fichtner, it was luck that she chose the right rose. I picked the rose closest to me and though it was just a yellow wrapper. Everyone was very happy and excited for me. When Saturday finally arrived, the Homecoming excitement had reached a peak. With a warm, sunny October afternoon, Rosier Field was filled with fans ready for a tough football contest. The Falcons took on the Shepherd Rams and needed a win to stay in the race for the WVIAC title. During four exciting quarters of football, the defense held the Rams to four scores Representing a saloon from the ' 20s. the Tri- Sigma float carried members dressed in tra- ditional costumes. During the parade, a game wheel from the float fell into the street and stopped the parade for a few minutes. The Spirit of St. Louis was the title of the Sigma Pi float which contained hand painted drawings by senior Jim McCloskey. The float took second place in the competition. Members of the military color guard prepare to step off down Fairmont Avenue to begin the annual Homecoming parade. 10 Homecoming

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while the Falcon offense racked up 44 points enroute to a 44-17 victory. During the halftime ceremonies, the marching band per- formed and winners of the float and banner contests were an- nounced. The TKE ' s took first place in the float competition with their Key- stone Cop float. Sigma Pi fraternity ' s Spirit of St. Louis float took second place and the Speak Easy float by Theta Xi fraternity received third place. In the banner competition, Alpha Phi Sigma won first place followed by the Criminal Justice Club in second and Baptist Campus Ministries in third place. All fourteen candidates and Fresh- man Attendant Lisa Gianettino were present when the public address announcer called the name of Jane Fichter as the 1985 Homecoming Queen. She was crowned by Dr. Wendell Hard- way and Student Government secretary Lisa Heishman. I had to look over at my escort Tom Strickling to make sure they had called my name, explained Miss Fichter. I could see all my friends from Home Ec. cheering in the crowd. It went so fast that I can ' t believe it happened. I received my crown and a kiss from Dr. Hardway and then I was sur- rounded by the other girls. I was so excited that night I went out with my friends and celebrated. After the game, happy fans went home to post-game parties, savoring memories of Homecoming. For Miss Fichter the memories will last for a very long time. I would like to thank the Technol- ogy Division and the Home Ec. De- partment for helping me to win. If it weren ' t for them I don ' t think I would have won. I met a lot of new friends and all the other candidates. I was so excited and I just want to thank them for this great opportunity. fe Once again the defense did the trick as the Falcons kept Shepherd to only 17 points. Combined with the offense, FSC slaughtered the Rams 44-17 for the Homecoming victo- A large crowd began to gather at Rosier Field for the annual Homecoming matchup, many for the game and a few just for the halttime ceremonies. Homecoming 1985 Portrait - of a Queen 12 Homecoming