Manchester College - Aurora Yearbook (North Manchester, IN)

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Always Reaching Higher chemistry student, one of her experi- MENTALLY On a typical afternoon at Manchester College, one did not have to roam far to see stu- dents testing their mental capa- cities. In classrooms, labs, the library or the computer center, students were found putting in long hours of work, hoping the time spent would lead to a col- lege degree and a desired ca- reer. With a goal in one ' s mind, the facilities at Manchester offered students that opportunity to en- rich their education. The new computer center was an addi- tion to the academic scene in ' 84, and students were found there on late Sunday nights as well as the weekdays. Science labs were also occupied on weekdays and weeknights. A quiet atmosphere and the wide variety of resources at- tracted students and faculty to the Funderburg Library which stayed open 88 hours per week. The Reading and Study Skills Center in the Career Office of- fered materials and personnel to assist students in a self-paced study skills improvement pro- gram. Petersime Chapel also frequently proved to be benefi- cial, allowing students a place to gather to confirm notes and study for tests. Aside from the usual class work, there were other educa- tional opportunities on campus. The convos, the ' 84 Presidential debates and the Artist-Lecture Series stimulated the minds of many. Even the video games in the Union and the challenging Trivial Pursuit game continued to test the minds of students and faculty. Whether students were read- ing, typing papers, writing up lab reports or studying for fin- als, they were striving to do their best, reaching higher for a potential lifetime career goal. Through quality educators, tough class schedules and valu- able January term experiences, students became better mental- ly prepared to face the world. The Dungeons and Dragons game pro- vides a fun challenge for Ron Foust. 4 Mentaliy

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Racquetball courts are constantly used by students such as Rita Kaiser and Julie Kent. Always Reaching Higher PHYSICALLY The all-important goal of im- proving or maintaining one ' s physical condition could be seen all around the campus. Stu- dents, faculty, and staff dis- played their determination to improve themselves through a wide variety of physical activi- ties. Along with intercollegiate sports, intramurals involved a large percentage of the campus participating in any of the many events available. Individually or with friends, others could be seen going through the jogger- cise trail, lifting weights in PERC, doing aerobics, going to a dance, or even eating in the cafeteria. Students often found that some type of physical exer- cise was necessary to release the energy after a day full of classes or exams. Aside from the daily routine, special occasions gave the cam- pus ample opportunity to exert some energy. On Camp Mack Day, students and faculty set aside a day of classes for fun and recreation at Lake Waubec. The Turkey and Frost Trots, the May Day Run, and the Open PERC during various weekends all gave students, as well as members of the community, a chance to take part. Even fund- raisers such as the Community Council ' s swim-a-thon combined fitness with a goal to raise mon- ey for needy families in the sur- rounding area. Naps, we often discovered, were necessary after many of these activities. Onita Johnson, Health, Physical Education, and Recreation department chair, said, You feel so much better about yourself after you partici- pate and put forth the effort to condition your body. It ' s all worth it. Whether for the sake of com- petition or for just staying healthy, the physical aspects of campus life kept us always reaching higher to improve our physical condition. Physically 3

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A Friday morning prayer breakfast gives junior Al Tripp an opportunity to read the Bible as well as eat with a friend. Shawn Crothers. pr .iunjking class. Eric Joseph realizes that patience and steady hands Mid terms and finals week often keep students such as Tcrri Laycock must in project work confined to their studies and rooms most of the entire week Mentally 5