Manchester College - Aurora Yearbook (North Manchester, IN)

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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

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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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Clowning around in Ikenberry are Mike Willoughby and the Joseph brothers, Mark and Eric. Bunks are because of the larger rooms and high ceilings. Always Reaching Higher SOCIALLY Whether you heard it in Mon- day morning convo, read it in a mailbox memo, or caught a glimpse of a poster in the Union, students found many chances to seek an enjoyable so- cial life through sponsored ac- tivities. From September to May, a student ' s calendar could be cluttered with social events. Manchester strived through the new MAC (Manchester Ac- tivities Council) to continually improve campus activities. The high-rated movies and the MAC- sponsored special weekends gave students an opportunity to meet with friends and invite family members to weekends planned especially for them. Open houses, dances, hog roasts, AAFRO mixers, picnics between halls, and various orga- nizational retreats promoted so- cial intermingling. Aside from such events, places like the Oaks, the Cellar, and the hall lobbies were common areas filled with chatter, laughter, and a feeling of togetherness. Through the hard work of various organizations along with lots of spontaneous activities, students were always reach ' Ing higher for a more enjoy- able social life. Selwyn Wynter and Dan Daggett discover that team work is beneficial while making homemade ice cream. 6 Socially