Lake Forest College - Forester Yearbook (Lake Forest, IL)

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1 1 90 .,....w-lint. .QI ful- - - - fscahemin Why We Are Here To learn and study - that is why we went to college, isn't it? Although many of us complained about the work we had to do, we did it, otherwise we would not have survived here. Professors, freshman year land maybe even senior yearl, seemed to demand an awful lot from us. Re- member that first ten page research paper that was assigned? Our professor showed the class the library then set us loose in that in- timidating building - Donnelly Library. Some professors even expected us to learn how to use the word processors. We had to overcome our fear of computers ta few of us were lucky enough to be comfortable with these machinesj. Do you recall the frustration in figuring out what keys did what and those long nights spent staring at the blinking green cursor? But we did it. Mike Cannon researching a 100 page paper the day before it's due. --Q...-,- ww I lf'-1' JF 5 Remember those rooms we had class in? Freshman year most of our classes were intro ones and the teachers actually expected all 35 students to discuss the lectures. Or sometimes there were special days set aside for us to talkg the professor would drone on and we'd be afraid of asking a question because it would be like interrupting the Gettysburg address. But then as we progressed we took seminar classes. We'd sit at those big round tables and con- template all sorts of subjects. The professors would fake us out and switch seats every classg we couldn't hide anymore if we were not pre- pared for class. And how we had to prepare! We studied in a variety of places. Sometimes we would try to accom- plish something in our rooms, but there would be too many distrac- tions. We'd then try a lounge, but in- evitably someone wanted to watch television. Some of us went to our classrooms and study and sit in the same chair we inhabited every day. Some of us went to the science library. And many of us went to Donnelly library. There are a lot of places in the library where we studied. Some of us went to the large quiet study room, others found a private room with friends or a study group. Some of us needed activity around us and opted for a table in the stacks. And the smokers would be found in the butt room. But we did more than study in the library. We did research in the stacks, reference and microfilm rooms. Many of us frequented the writing center either to get help on papers or be taught how to use the word processors. Sometimes we even procrastinated by reading a paper or magazine in the periodical room or socializing. And we survived it all. Tim Bernero. Steve Nicoli, Keith Helber and Dean Scimeca captured during a scintillating moment ofa peak intellectual experience. 9

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Sleeping, Studying and Socializing The Holiday Inns: these open hall- way dorms are perfect in spring and early fall for observation of the South Campus social scene. This is also the battleground for stereo wars and snowball volleys. In the same courtyard sits quiet and reserved Moore Hall, home to many seniors. Bradley, the Vault, and the new Deerpath: these three dorms, along with Durand Institute, comprise North Campus, and are dis- tinguished by the fact that they have nothing in common. Bradley, more popularly known as Phipes, is the locale for the ever festive mid- winter beach party, South Seas. Lois Hall is a dorm whose nick- name was no doubt coined by males, but the female residents have the last laugh. It is by far the nicest hall on campus. Deerpath has long held the opposite image, but that may be changing. A g'roup of residents and the Dean Team combined to improve living conditions. But if you get 1941 as a junior in room draw, there is no doubt where you will end up. The Towers are choice housing. Middle Campus is the ideal location for those who like to sleep late and take short walks to class. Of course, military showers are a drawback. Each dormis unique,though there are common denominators. Private room gatherings and large open fiestas are weekly events. Lounge parties, usually sponsored by purpose units and accompanied by cheap beer, provide opportunities for students to mingle. After parties and between studies, sleeping is a popular pastime. Sleep- ing can be interrupted or even prevented by inconsiderate neigh- bors. To deal with this problem, there is the residence confrontation policy which replaced the quiet hours policy. Another new policy for the 1986-7 year is the hub and spoke plan. Purpose unit space is limited to one room and one lounge. Yes, Courtney Doherty. there is an Easter Bunny. 10 The residence staff provides more than just light bulbs. Staff members create and sponsor dorm projects such as trips to Chicago, cookouts and TV parties which foster a community spirit within the halls. A positive dorm experience includes this sense of unity which often leads to friendships by bringing neighbors together. But for some, the dorm is just a place to sleep. Joe Whalen, Jay Marra and Tim Bernero are confident in knowing that only Dan, Alvaro and Lowell stand between them and their dream dates. I Q 'Til ,J . Ir, r ' L XO- - J 1' . 1 1R.', ', si, i l E I I i 1 i l ,ff If g 'J 5' , ,f