Ferris State University - Ferriscope Yearbook (Big Rapids, MI)

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’ Hl ; ; | | : | : Sigma Alpha Mu supported their queen candidate, Mary Armstrong, with a life-size poster in front of the Science building. Who will this student vote for? Queen candidates Debbie Husel and Rita Alter both try to persuade him. RtLays ig beth (ae Pr aats wn ne The men of McNerney worked together in building the frame for The Women of Vandercook worked hard to add the finishing touches on their dorm display, “The Crown of Chivalry.” their dorm display. : 22

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Fall Term pence S| People wait in line for their meal at the Ox Roast The simple mechanics of beginning a new school year are enormous. With over 6,800 students on campus for the Fall term, scheduling and room assignments provided many frustra- tions. Fall registration was held in the Starr Building. A smooth- working system permitted them to register. To compensate for the trial of patience, the annual Wel- come Back Ox Roast was held September 18. The Ox Roast was given by the community of Big Rapids as a goodwill ges- ture by businessmen to show their appreciation to the Ferris students, faculty and administration. Hundreds of pounds of beef were served to over 5,000 people. Appetites grow as Ferris students watch the “Ox” being sliced for savory sandwiches. Pete Kent of the Chamber of Commerce presents a plaque to Phi Delta Chi president Tim Williams in appreciation for their help with the Ox Roast. From the left is Bob Horn Jr., Pete Kent, Tim Williams, Tom Morrical, and Clark Alinder. 21

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Precede Gala Weekend “It was a grand and glorious Homecoming,” said a return- ing alumni, and this seemed to reflect the majority feelings of those who attended the 38th Annual Homecoming, “The Age Of Chivalry.” Many preparations were made for the exciting weekend by the men of Sigma Phi Epsilon who sponsored the gala activities. Candidates for queen were chosen by the different fra- ternities, and massive campaigning and voting were carried on. The students spent many long hours working on dormitory dis- plays, folding napkins, bending chicken wire, pounding nails, all to produce beautiful floats and dorm displays. Each year the big weekend begins with a pep assembly. The 1966 Homecoming Book was presented to Father John Najdowski, Catholic chaplain, for his services to the college. The assembly was climaxed by the introduction of the five Queen finalists. Mary Honold displays the traditional Homecoming mum given to her by Jim Bergren. Father John Najdowski proudly holds the Homecoming Book which was dedicated to him. 23