Jacksonville State University - Mimosa Yearbook (Jacksonville, AL)

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Lookin’ good conveys the general attitudes of the eighties Lookin’ good is a priority “A beautiful noman without any sense is like a gold ring in a pig’s snout.” These words penned by the ancient author of Proverbs describe both genders today. The university campus is a setting where students develop both intellect and “good looks.” Looking good means more than just a pretty face: it has became a way of life. The perfect clothes, the perfect diet, the perfect body all head the list of attributes for lookin' good. For the coed, lookin' good is a daily process — a ritual. It begins with the morning application of make-up transforming the “gorgeous into “spectacular1’, the “cute into “beautiful, and the “homely into “acceptable.” Lipstick, eyeliners, blushes, hot curlers, blow-dryers. sprays, lotions, potions, and notions are but a few of the armaments used against the dreaded “ug-lics.” Every girl fears the day she’ll stand before her clothes closet and suddenly realize “there’s nothing to wear! At such a devastating time, roommates become most important. Everyone knows a roommate means the addition of more clothes to beg, borrow, or steal. After classes and a light lunch of salad, it’s time for the all important workout. Dressed in appropriate T-shirt and shorts, the girls are off to the track for a short run and then to the coliseum for a dip in the pool. Blood, sweat, and tears are toweled away and the morning process is repeated for nighttime events. With face, hair and clothes intact it‘s time for a cozy evening of studying in the library with the man in her life, driving over to Baby Doc's, partying at the frat house or whatever.For the guys, the process of “lookin' good is different, but just as important. Required reading for every male college student is 100 Ways To Look Good in Faded Jeans and a Sweatshirt by I. B. Bad. This fall one of the laundries even advertised washing and starching jeans at S2.25 a pair, a shower before morning classes isn’t always necessary. but the afternoon “iron session, is mandatory. The “iron session, known to laymen as weight lifting, isn’t complete without the required costume of gym shorts, a ripped muscle shirt, sweatbands. and a huge leather belt known as a collar . The session is finished once every method to achieve the Rambo-likc physique is exhausted. With bulging biceps, the male student is ready for the main function of college life — the mate selection process. A clean shave, shower, and deodorizing arc in order for the date. Then there’s the choice between a Ralph Lauren or Merona. The actual date begins with the flash of two Osmond smiles and the couple strolls into the sun-set for a night of studying. partying, or whatever. Charilc Gla ner keeps fit and relaxed by taking a dip in the pool. Many students take advantage of the pool, which is free of charge. The daily routine for Lcsia Williams includes taking lime to apply her makeup and keep it looking good through the rigors of classes. 18 Campus Life: Lookin’ good

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In addition to labs in Bibb Graves, the tab in Merrill, maintained by academic computer services, gives CIS majors computing time. Linda Brock, of SAGA, uses a microprocessor to read a magnetic strip and determine the number of meals left on students' meal tickets. In the basement of Bibb Graves. Greg Brown, systems technician for Tel Plus, uses a computer to process phone bills for students. The microcomputer lab. with approximately 20 micros, allows practical. hands-on experience for students studying computer science. Campus Life: Computers 17

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Receptions at Mrs Montgomery's bring out the best in students. Betty Copclin. Tony Richie, and Sondra Os vs all arc no exception. Amy Holland, a sophomore art major from Decatur, goes for “good looks with a light lunch of a small salad and a diet soft drink. Renee Whitehead, a senior from Douglas, frowns as she peers into her bulging closet and realizes she has absolutely nothing to wear. Brett Jones, a Jacksonville State graduate assistant, strives hard to gain and maintain good looks through weekly workout routines. Campus Life: Lookin' good 19