McNeese State University - Log Yearbook (Lake Charles, LA)

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KELLEY LOVETT reigns as the 1988 Miss LaBelle. MARY ANN HEBERT dances a “Dance Attack” at the LaBelle pag- eant. THE 1988 MISS LABELLE and run- ners up. . - man Nikki Ezelle, both of Allison Wentzelif, Sulphur. we Spring Queen Pam Benoit reigns over her court during ceremonies at the game between McNeese and Stephen F. Austin. Joining her in the celebration were seniors Kay Campbell of Dry Creek and Allison Wentzell of Sulphur; jun- iors Lauri Bailey of DeR- idder and Julie Moore of Lake Charles; sophomore Staci Currie and fresh- Student Royalty 99

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Poke’s royale veryone is an individual, | and we all stand out “emt from the crowd in our own way. These exceptional characteristics often include a unique, physical beauty, an out- going, motivated personality and a genuine appreciation for life. McNeese University recog- nizes its outstanding students in numerous ways, two of which are the spring elections for Mr. McNeese and the Spring Court and the annual Miss McNeese LaBelle pageant. The Spring Court and Mr. McNeese, recognized by stu- dents in campus-wide elec- tions, were presented at the March 3, 1988, basketball game between McNeese and Stephen F. Austin at Burton Coliseum. Pam Benoit, 1988 Spring Queen and a senior mass com- munications major from Moss Bluff, reigned over ceremonies with the 1988 Mr. McNeese, Toronto Spikes, a senior mass communications major from DeRidder. The LaBelle pageant, an of- ficial primary to the Miss Amer- ica pageant, employed a group of qualified judges to select the 98 Student Royalty @ ) woman who would best repre- sent McNeese in the Miss Lou- isiana Pageant held in Monroe. Donna Holt-Andre’, Miss Lou- isiana 1977 and Mistress of Ceremonies for this ‘‘Night of Fantasies,”’ joined the McNeese Cowgirl Kickers and Carol He- bert, the 1987 Miss LaBelle, to entertain the audience with sev- eral musical productions. Nine contestants competed in the preliminary competitions with Kelley Denise Lovett win- ning the swimsuit competition. The contestants were also judged in personal interview and evening gown competi- tions; Lovett was also voted most photogenic and Mary Ann Hebert was voted Miss Conge- niality. In the final competi- tions, Kelly Denise Lovett was crowned the new Miss McNeese LaBelle by her pred- ecessor, Carol Hebert. Also re- ceiving awards were Stacey Lynn Smith, first runner-up; Joanna Lynn Atkinson, second runner-up; Mary Ann Hebert, third runner-up; and Bridgette Annette Fontenot, fourth run- ner-up. Zz RENEE’ FRUGE, 1987 Spring Court Queen, and SGA President Doug Stewart.er6wn Pamela Benoit the 1988 Spring Court Queen during halftime at the Stephen F. Austin basketball game.

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New ways Of living ne of the biggest changes college life brings to its students is that of a new home, even if it is ‘‘temporary.’’ Most students come to McNeese fresh from the nests of their par- ents, quite unsure of themselves and their own domestic abilities. Though seemingly faced with indomitable odds, we students invariably persevere and overcome our own fears by shear necessity. This peculiar evidence of student evolution is most com- monly found in the student housing, known affectionately as ‘‘the dorms.” No one has to tell us that now, because we are out on our own, we must learn to provide for ourselves. Though the occa- sional care package from home is far from discouraged, most students are eager to see what kind of lifestyle they can create for themselves. Understandably, these zeal- ous aspirations often lead to unforgettable life experiences. For instance, students quickly learn just how much laundry detergent those little washing machines can take before the lids blow off and suds spew all over the ceiling. They also come to realize just how long GETTING READY TIME is not so rushed for those who live twenty steps away from their early morning class. MARILE VIGE’ finds it hard to get out of bed, despite the terrible things that have been said about McNeese matresses. THERE'S ALWAYS SOMETHING to do in the dorms for Barbara Lavergne, even if it’s just relaxing and watching television. 100 Dorm Life @) damp clothes can sit in the washtub before developing deep creases and a pungent aroma. We learn that pepperoni pizza, when left unattended for more than a day, can cause one serious case of indigestion if consumed too quickly. Warm beer is also a major contributing factor to this affliction. When coming to McNeese, students may stay in one of seven’ campus dormitories; resident activities, such as Homecoming events and Spring Fling events, are planned throughout the year by the Res- ident Student Association (RSA), a council of officers and dorm representatives who know first-hand the needs of the residents. These are the lives students lead, the adjustments we make and the habits we acquire. They may not be pretty or ad- mirable to some, but they are individually ours. Through all this change, we have formed new friendships and bettered our lives in ways that could have only come through our college lives. Though it may all seem different, in essence, we have merely transferred our present lives to a different home.