Fort Hays State University - Reveille Yearbook (Hays, KS)

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In the shadow of the oldest building on campus, Lou Ann Kohl, Ellis junior, and Brian Atwell, Utica senior, meet at the intersection of sidewalks in front of the building, Picken Hall now houses administrative offices, student lounges, graduate student of fices and student publications offices, (photo by Monty Davis) The university farm is at the site of the original Fort Hays, Many of the buildings there still bear Ihe marks of long ago. Here a worker at the university farm feeds sheep, (photo by Monty Davis) Opening - 5

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he beauty of buildings Part of the day-in, day-out life of everyone at Fort Hays State that cannot be overlooked is the edifices that have stood by the university since its first days as Fort Hays Normal School. In fact, they are part of the threads which bind the present to the past. Historic structures, such as Picken Hall, Martin Allen Hall and the Sternberg Museum were, for many years, the constitution of the campus. From the days when President and Mrs. Tomanek danced the night away in the gymnasium of Martin Allen to today, when that hall is being renovated to make way for yet another occupant, the computing center, these buildings have seen many differences on this campus. Other, more modern buildings now stand beside them. Slowly the physical characteristics of FHSU have altered. Even the people who make up the heart of the university are different. Their societies, goals and ideals have altered through the years. But the people themselves are basically the same. We possess the same affection for this land and the buildings upon it and the people within it as our predecessors did over a half a century ago. The walls that surround us have been permeated with this love, and it shows - in the people who occupy them now, and those who will inhabit them in the future. Our history is an integral part of our education. Although the people are different in some ways, in their hearts they are not. And through it all, the structures of our university have witnessed these subtle differences. -- Denise Riedel Standing amidst buildings over three-quarters of a century old, Forsyth Library is one of the newer buildings on campus. Bill Hieman, Hays graduate student, takes advantage of the quietness in the library to get some studying done, (photo by Monty Davis)

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wealth of achievements Some would think a small university out in the middle of the Kansas heartland would be unimposlng, unimpressive and w ' ' out much merit outside its own confines. In other circumstances this might be true, but not at Fort Hays State University. Although we boast a smaller enrollment than some of our sister schools, our achievements are numerous. It would be remiss to discuss FHSU achievements without consideration of our sports teams. Although they are only a small part of the total picture, they have brought us much glory. The men ' s basketball team ' s two national championships and general record of excellent playing rank at the top of this impressive list. The football team with its winning season, the volleyball team which deserved to go to nationals but was shortchanged, the women ' s basketball team who came oh so close to a chance at the national title and ail of the other athletes who portray sportsmanship and dedication bring honor and respect to FHSU. In the world of academics a major archeological find in northwest Kansas can be credited to our programs. Our high academic standards produce many fine educators, business people, sociologists, nurses, accountants and agriculturists who will go forth to accomplish great feats. Not to be forgotten are the artistic and humanistic accomplishments wrought from this institution. The theater productions, art exhibits and musical productions not only bestow an expanded horizon upon those who take the opportunity to view them, but provide the university with another example of our significance as an institution of higher education. It is natural to cite past students and their achievements. Harder, perhaps, is imagining the future accomplishments of this year ' s students, but these achievements are one of the subtle differences future students will distinguish us by. - Denise Riedel Famous for his expressive mannerisms during games, Tiger basketball men ' s coach. Bill Morse, displays emotion during a game. Morse has led the team to two national championships. Although the team was edged out of the national tournament this year by Emporia State University, they still compiled an impressive 25-9 record, (photos by Monty Davis) 6 - Opening