Harding College - Petit Jean Yearbook (Searcy, AR)

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- Iohn I. Radcliffe A Iohn I. Radrliffe 1. The autumn leaves add a colorful decoration to the front lawn 2. Contemplating the next line, Seeju Merritt works on an art assignment. 3. Companionship in clear weather is enjoyed by Charissa Walters and Cheryl Ganus during a break from nursery school. 4. Scott Thompson finds a peaceful spot to study in the crisp outside air. 5. A butterfly spreads out his wings in the warmth of the sun. 6. Rick Supplee prefers indoor study as he takes a seat in the Beaumont Memorial Library. N, - Iohn I. Radcliffe

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e John I. Radcliffe In August of 1983, the vice president for academic af- fairs and dean of the college of arts and sciences retired. Two men were put into these positions that for 23 years were carried out by one man. Harding students had become accustomed to the ways of Dr. Joseph E. Pryor and knew what to expect from him. Dr. Neale T. Pryor was installed as the new vice president, and Dr. Dean Priest was chosen as the new dean. With everyone dis- playing understanding and patience, adjustments were made easily and smoothly. The intercollegiate athletic program was expanded by adding two new women's sports. Volleyball and basket- ball teams were fielded and these added an exciting extra dimension for women. The first year for any sport seem- ed to be more of an organizational period, but these teams competed well and earned respect from their op- ponents, other institutions and Harding University. During the spring semester of 1983, the InterClub Council met to discuss a new procedure for pledging. Complaints had been made in years past and 1983-84 was the year for a new idea to be put into effect. Instead of one week of intense pledging, it was decided that there would be one month of various events and activi- ties with special emphasis to be put on service projects. v I 10;, 1. Ruddim Introduction 5

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Each of the four weeks, beginning Oct. 10 and ending Nov. 5, was given a specific theme. Clubs worked hard to prepare for the events ahead, but when the induction was into its second and third weeks many of the par- ticipants lost interest and the induction period seemed to phase out. The ideas for the month were good, but the planning of activities would have to be modified for future years. The students, faculty, and administration set new goals for themselves individually and they faced their daily paths with new courage and understanding. As the year went by, decisions were made toward career goals, university projects, and personal hap- piness. By taking one day at a time and leaning on the Lord for support, Harding made the necessary changes and maintained her high standards of quality and ex- cellence in all areas. The Petit lean attempted to present the events of 1983-84 with the struggles, prayers, and achievements of both students and teachers - for it was these elements that made up the puzzle - as Harding University was puttlng the preces together. e S w uzamze lolmstou Editor e Iohn I. Radcliffe r u: , e Iohn l. Radcliffe - lnhn I. Radcliffe Introduction 7