Memphis State University - DeSoto Yearbook (Memphis, TN)

Text from Pages 1 - 408 of the 1987 volume:

- wi aflSl w Opening A Passing Parade 1 1 jj v V Student Life Wffl Captured Memories n 1 16 I Academics Ongoing Success Sports Time Out Organizations Time On The Side Closing Changing Faces 84 122 210 Greeks Continuing Traditions 238 - People ! Faces Through Time 316 388 IT ' S TIME It ' s About Time 1987 DeSoto Volume 71 Memphis State U niversity Memphis, Tennessee 38152 is Ceeping an eye on the clock in Brister tardiness. The clock is a familiar landmark Square is a must for students prone to of the campus. (Photo by Bill Thompson) First post-secondary graduates. The first class to begin and end their post-secondary education at WTSNS surround their instructors, including President J. W. Brister. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) state normal school ) 66RAD! !AT1N6 ClKSl? H LiiJi ■I n Out of Cottonfields Grew a University n the beginning there was nothing, just wide expanses of field used primarily for cotton growing. The Tennessee education community looked down and said, This is not good. So they decided to build a post secondary school in the middle of a cotton field. That school was the West Tennessee Stat e Normal School. The doors opened Sept. 10, 1912. A lot happened before that though. The cotton belonged to Joseph H. Creath. The state purchased the fields for $25,000 in 1911. It was not, as they say, the hub of the city. As a matter of fact, the land that now is the center of Memphis State University wasn ' t annexed into the city until 1929. But back then, when it was all beginning, the cotton stalks ended at the threshhold of the new institution, but that didn ' t matter. There weren ' t really roads back then, just trails. They had to be smoothed over to accomodate the pedestrians. Traffic as today ' s students know it had not yet been invented. A railroad depot had been built on the Memphis-Charleston railroad. It had a freshly painted sign that read Normal. The principal entrance into the school lead from this depot to the Normal School which had a small parking lot. Students who lived outside city bought railroad tickets to get to the new Normal School. Students with cars were.. .well, they just weren ' t. In the beginning the three buildings were the Administration building, Mynders Hall and the president ' s residence. There was also a water tower. (continued on page 4) MSU History %6t« - I . The beginning of a university. Still under construction, Joseph H. Creath ' s cottonfield formed the border of the West Tennessee State Normal School. There were only three buildings on the campus at that time: the Administration building, Mynders Hall and the president ' s house. There was also a water tower. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) A complete campus. In 1924, WTSNS ' s campus growth. (Phcto from the campus was completed by the president ' s Commercial Appeal archives, courtesy of residence. No longer in existence, the MVC) building was destroyed to make way for A Passing Parade Out of Cottonfields . . . On May 27, 1909, Mayor J.H. Malone had appointed a committee to put together a proposal for the location of a post secondary school in Memphis. Mayor Malone ' s instructions were to work fast since the State Board of Education was meeting in July to decide where three Normal schools would be located. The people on this committee were the forebearers of MSU. They shaped what has become a fine institution out of what was then a last minute The famed tracks next to campus once housed a station which has left traces of its foundation between Walker Avenue and the tracks. Catching a train for trips to town was only one of the uses of the railroad. Students load their belongings as they prepare to answer their call of duty during World War II (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Untied and undefeated. Allyn McKeen was the 1938 head football coach. His team was not only untied and undefeated, but also was the highest scoring team in the nation that year. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) A new historical chapter at Memphis State began with the acquisition of university status in 1957. The process of being MSU History effort to draw thunder from Humboldt, Milan, Jackson, Trenton and Covington, Tenn., for the location of West Tennessee State Normal School. After the committee ' s proposal was accepted by the State Board of Education, speculation began on who would be the first president of the new Normal school. The committee chose Professor Seymour A. Mynders to receive charge of the school on June 1, 1911. Mynders was an exceptionally well organized and crafty administrator. He went to the opening of the other two Normal schools in East and Middle Tennessee and arranged to lecture. Mynders managed to turn his lectures into a recruitment for teachers to come to his school. He then rushed back to Memphis to oversee the construction of the Memphis Normal school which would be larger than the other two and therefore would take another year to complete. (continued on page 7) redesignated from Memphis State College to Memphis State University faced opposition from UT Knoxville and was a long political struggle that started in 1951. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) A Passing Parade MSU History The neverending line. Memphis State ' s registration process was as much of a headache in the ' 50s as it is today, except then it was conducted from building to building. Students still had to pass through tables of organizations looking for members and had to fight off that neverending urge to give it all up. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Out of Cottonfields . . . The year that the school opened, Mynders grieved the loss of his daughter Elizabeth, who died in Chattanooga on Jan. 26, 1912, four months after her marriage. At the opening ceremonies President Mynders announced to a large gathering that 200 students had enrolled and that he expected 300 more to enroll by the completion of registration. The requirements at that time were good health, good morals and for the Normal school classes — graduation from high school or the equivalent. Mynders saw to it that everyone was helped to the fullest to meet these requirements. President Mynders made sure that all prospective students notified him of when they expected to arrive in Memphis so that he could dispatch a faculty member to the train station to meet the student. The teacher would stay and help get the student settled in while answering questions that first time visitors to Memphis always have. John Brister was the second president of West Tennessee State Normal School. He was from Petersburgh, Va. During his administration two new clubs started at West Tennessee State Normal School. The Seymour A. Mynders club and the Kappa Lambda Sigma (a girls ' club) grew out of the former Claxtonian Club. Sigma Alpha Nu appeared shortly thereafter. Then came the enormously popular Young Men ' s and Young Women ' s Christian Association. (continued on page 8) Studying in progress. The vestibule of the old Brister Library provided an atmosphere for learning. Today the same atmosphere is found on the second floor of the Brister Tower in its reserve room. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) A Passing Parade Out of Cottonfields . . . The first publication, The Columns, appeared in January 1914. It was named after the massive columns that bordered the front entrance of the Administration building. The publication was totally independent from the university to insure freedom of the press — a very unusual circumstance even today. In April 1913, Mynders announced that the first graduation exercises would take place May 16, 1913. The principal address would be made by Mrs. James N. McCormack who was a tireless campaigner for the Normal School and a prominent club woman in Memphis. At that time she was the president of the 19th Century Club. She was the first woman to give a commencement speech in Tennessee. The first summer school schedule was also announced at this time. The summer school would run six weeks with double classes for those who worked during that time. Seventy-five courses were offered during the summer — more than any of the other Normal schools. The first graduating class consisted of 25 men and women, all of whom had completed their first year of post-secondary schooling elsewhere. (continued on page 10) Rallying over a hot issue. In May, 1 970, at the UC mall, students were divided over the Kent State incidence. Some wanted a lowered flag in rememberance of those who were killed while others took the opposite stance and wanted to leave the flag as is. (Photo from the Commercial Apppeal archives, courtesy of MVC) MSU History Welcoming 10-year alumini back to MSU are co-eds, Susan Lindsey and Marsha Durham. The festivities during Homecoming 1973 concluded with a 13-10 loss to Southern Mississippppi after a record- breaking season start. (Photo from the Commercial Appeal archives, courtesy of MVC) ■ ;;. r.—-: : ] A Passing Parade In the midst of an uprising, President Cecil C. Humphreys became a stabilizing force. After the shooting at Kent State, MSU students rebelled. Some wanted the flag lowered to half-mast, while others felt it should remain high. Humphreys quelled the uprising with his presence among the students. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) O ut of Cottonfields . . Mynders, assisted by Dean Loggins, gave out two year diplomas to Fay Canada, Holmes Cummings, Moira Ellis, Mary Garret, Ben Goode, E. Dell Hall, Eva Hendricks, Emma Hester, Joel Werton, Amma Johnson, Beulah Mosby, Maurie Phillips, Lucille Posey, Mrs. Mary Rushing, Fannie Belle Smity, Gladys Stewart, Louise Walker, Showing off tanlines and stripes. On the scorching days when temperatures climb toward 100, many students find relief at the PE Complex outdoor pool which is open for an inviting dip through summer and into the first weeks of school. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Vermonta Wilson and Leona Witherton. The West Tennessee State Normal School was a first in many ways. For instance, it was the first school in Tennessee to offer a class tailored to the new art form — motion pictures. In 1920, the summer curriculum included a course called The Value of Motion Pictures. The class promised to teach students how to use moving pictures, how to censure them and how to select suitable material for schools and churches. It was a hit. The Normal School also was the first school to propose night classes in 1931, but the State Board of Education decided that night classes were not important. The Legislature tried to influence the decision by appropiating $11,250 per year for two years to support the evening program, but the Board did not rescind their decision. The Parent Teacher Association gathered 7,000 signatures on a petition. The Board held their ground. It was years before evening classes were to appear in West Tennessee. (continued on page 12) MSU History Flying out the window is Tiger spirit as displayed by these women in Rawls Hall. Dorms are the witness to many different scenes, from students in an assortment of pajamas whose sleep is interrupted by 3 a.m. firedrills to the common spring scene of bodies basking in Ithe sun. (Photo form thel Press Scimitar archives, courtesy of MVC) A Passing Parade ' ' S V. m Out of Cottonfields On Nov. 23, 1931, the journalism club premiered The Tiger Rag, the school ' s first newspaper. In 1941, West Tennessee State Normal School became Memphis State College due to increasing accreditation and becoming a four year institution. In 1957, the course was continued with a change to Memphis State University after the first graduate level course was offered in 1950. In 1962, doctoral programs were first offered. That was also the year the ent ire May 26 graduation ceremony was broadcast on WKNO- MSU History TV, which was a part of the Public Broadcast Network and was completely owned and operated by MSU. Then President Cecil C. Humphreys called it our baby. That broadcast also showed the first black to graduate from MSU, Luther C. McClellan. The next year the law school was approved. From then on there seemed to be no stopping Memphis State University. The Tigers charged on, obtaining coup after coup. When Thomas G. Carpenter became the 10th university president in 1980, he inherited an institution that had seen Barbara Jo Walker crowned the 1948 Miss America, Chucalissa Village preserve much of the native American heritage in the Memphis area beginning in 1961, The Tiger Rag change to The Daily Helmsman in 1972 and Claire Ford crowned Miss Black America in 1977, the Center for Egyptology became known worldwide under his media-hip guidance and the men ' s basketball team became a household word. Not bad for a school situated on Joseph H. Creath ' s old cotton field. Rod S. Hagwood Baring his teeth, Tiger mascot captures fan Beverly Jones in a tight hold. Appearances at a variety of activites such as this one in August, 1976, demands a lot of the person whose job is to capture and pass on the spirit of MSU. (Photo from the Press Scimitar archives, courtesy of MVC) A Passing Parade Capsule History of Memphis State 1910 1920 1930 1940 1911 — Seymour A. Mynders elected first president 1912— West Tennessee State Normal School opened. John Willard Brister named second president 1913 — First class to begin and end their post secondary education at WTSNS, graduate 1918 — Andrew A. Kincannon named third president 1919— WTSNS became a three year college 1924 — J.W. Brister reappointed to become the fourth president 1925— WTSN College became a four year institution 1927 — First student loan offered 1931— The Tiger Rag published 1933 — The Observer, first campus literary magazine, published 1939 — Richard C. Jones appointed fifth president. Brister Library dedicated 1941 — Name changed to Memphis State College 1943 — Jennings B. Sanders named sixth president 1946— J. Millard Smith named seventh president. 1947— Memphis State College student Barbara Jo Walker crowned 1948 Miss America A ticket-tape parade greets Barbara Jo Walker after capturing the title of Miss America in 1947. On campus, she received the DeSoto ' s Key to Our Hearts Award for two consecutive years. (Photo from the Missippi Valley Collection) Hard core campaigning took place in Homecoming of the fall of 1968. Mary Cocks of Phi Mu Fraternity won the Homecoming battle and presided at the game against Florida State University. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) MSU History 1950 1960 1970 1980 1950 — Graduate level course first offered 1957 — Name changed to Memphis State University 1960 — Cecil C. Humphreys elected eighth president 1961 — Goodwyn Institute Lectures offered. Chucalissa Village becomes apartofMSU 1962 — Ph.D. programs offered 1963 — Law School approved 1966 — Statesman first published 1968— First Ph.D. awarded. Library Tower dedicated 1969— MSU Press published first major book Honoring her accomplishments. Barbara Jo Walker Hummel poses with the 1978 Miss Black America, Claire Ford, who was a sophomore at MSU when she was crowned. They are both firsts: the first Miss America and the first Miss Black America from Memphis State. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) 1972— The Tiger Rag changes name to The Helmsman 1973— Billy Mac Jones named ninth president 1977— MSU sophomore, Claire Ford, crowned Miss Black America 1980— Thomas G. Carpenter named tenth president The walk from college to reality. In the school ' s beginning, the graduation walk was cross campus. These early students cross the grounds for the last time as undergraduates of Memphis State. Many would return as instructors. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Playing tough. Will Renfro was a member of the 1953-54 football team. Like many other athletes at Memphis State, he went on to play professionally. He was drafted by and played for the Philadelphia Eagles. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) A Passing Parade J ■■ • ■ ' ■ Xj- jJ 5 aia '  «« 8 -« K3 History Hands across the tracks meet halfway, before the Civil War. For early students, Although the train tracks were considered was a main form of transportation. (Photo a hassle by 70s students as they are from the Mississippi Valley Collection) today, the tracks have been here since Well on its way toward growing, the West commencement exercises in 1913 saw 25 Tennessee State Normal School, as new graduates walk across the campus on Memphis State University was then known, the traditonal graduation trek. (Photo from graduated over 40 seniors in 1 91 9. The first the Mississippi Valley Collection) t started out on the edge of a cotton field. It would only cost about a half million dollars to create, including the furniture for two large buildings: the main Administration Building and a dorm. Bids for everything from the latest device in a patent dishrag to a concert piano for the auditorium were included in its price (from the Commercial Appeal, Apr. 28, 1912). By fall 1912, these buildings would be filled with the excited voices of students entering the new West Tennessee State Normal School. These students were here to train solely for teaching and administrative school work. They gained acceptance because they had a high school diploma, good moral character and white skin. The profile of the average student — if there can be such a person among 22,000 — has changed. The school no longer is limited to education majors. But these foundations were the necessary start for Memphis State University. Get the cops off campus, was a slogan encouraging students to attend a freedom of speech rally. Students sit-in in front of Jones Hall Cafeteria in April 1969 to express their own attitudes about freedom. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Encouraging adult students to return to Memphis State is part of the recruitment job of Continuing Education. Memphis State used the slogan Weekend University to entice adult students to return to college for a variety of reasons including learning skills they ' ve always wanted to cultivate. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Considerably smaller. Memphis State ' s campus in 1 934 contained only 1 buildings, including the president ' s house which no longer exists. The Southern Railroad was still a viable part of the town at that time. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Slowly but surely the rural cotton field which housed the State Normal School has become the urban, sprawling... Location of the Campus Home away from home. Veteran ' s Villiage, an apartment complex built in 1947 to house the veterans of WWII and their families, was located approximately where the Meeman Journalism building and the Physical Plant are located today. Veteran ' s Village was torn down in 1966. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Some things don ' t change. Memphis State in 1965 was a growing part of the city of Memphis. Trees were abundant and parking was limited. Just a few short years later, in 1968, MSU gained a new dorm, Central Towers complex, to help alleviate the housing shortage. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) L-  Location of Campus j he location for the State • i Normal School plant is all J that could be desired. The sight embraces 81 acres of land.. .on the Southern Railroad, and connects with the city by a regular street car line also. ...The buildings are located on an elevation which drains naturally in all directions.... The community has been free from typhoid and malaria for many years. ...In short, we are offering all the advantages of the city and retaining all the advantages of the country. Does this sound familiar? That was how the West Tennessee State Normal School Bulletin described MSU ' s location 75 years ago to all the incoming students. Thanks to donations of land, money and $300,000 in bond pledges, Memphis beat out the cities of Humboldt, Milan, Trenton and Covington for the coveted teacher ' s college which Governor Malcom Patterson agreed to have built in West Tennessee. Also considered for the Normal School location was an abandoned high school on Poplar, a sight in Raleigh and one on Macon near Graham. However, Joseph H. Creath ' s cotton field on the Southern Railroad was the unanimous choice by the State Committee. The state purchased the eighty- plus acres for $25,600 in 1911. The land, which now lies between Walker, Patterson, Zach Curlin and south of Norriswood, is still at the heart of the campus. In 1912, Memphis had a population of 131,105 (1910 census); and an area of 20.1 square miles. The new campus was well outside of Memphis, which only went as far as East Parkway. The school was not annexed into the city until 1929. During the early days, Southern, Goodlett and Spottswood streets were graded dirt roads. Some of Mr. Creath ' s dead cotton stalks were still lying around the campus to be stepped on by the new students. Parking tickets were no problem; there was no parking on campus. li w I 0 111 K 111 Instead, students could take the five- cent street car ride to town or catch a train at the Normal Station for longer trips. The station was closed in 1949 and demolished in 1950, but its foundation is still visible between the train tracks and Walker Avenue. Today Memphis ' population has grown to 645,760 and encompasses 264 square miles. The eastern edge of the city limits is now about eight miles past the campus. Some of Memphis ' suburbs such as Bartlett and Germantown have grown more in the last 15 years than Memphis has in the last 75, adding more potential students to MSU. The former small country college has now grown into a large commuter university. A majority of students are from the Memphis area and commute to school, but there are still many from other areas of the state, country and world. Devin Greaney (Map courtesy of MSU Cartographic Services) Captured Memories Beginning in 1912 students had to face admission standards based on moral character, mandatory church attendance and dress codes. All of these were part of Memphis State ' s Rules and Regulations Rules and Regulations On Sept. 10, 1912, the State Normal School of West Tennessee opened for business. The school ' s purpose was for the education and professional training of teachers for the public schools of the State. Those admitted to the school to learn the art of educating the state ' s children, entered with certain rules and regulations to follow. The conditions for admission were simply stated. The school was open and free alike to white males and females who were residents of Tennessee. And along with certain scholastic requirements, students also had to present a certificate of good moral character from some responsible person. The state was not obligated to train someone unqualified to exert a wholesome spiritual influence upon the lives of children. Those entering in 1912 had other rules to deal with after being accepted to the school. Unless excused by the president, students must be present at all general exercises of the school. Girls could not leave the campus campus without the permission of the matron and were not permitted to go to town unless accompanied by a chaperon. They were also not allowed to receive company on school days. Also, all pupils were urged to attend church at least once each Sunday. Noticeably absent from the rules governing the 1912 students were those concerning dress. In 1912, no well brought-up young lady would need to be told what to wear and where to wear it. However, times changed and so did fashion. As late as 1968, extensive dress codes were part of the student handbook. Appropriate dress for women, whether in the classroom, office buildings, the library reading room, Rules NDUCT CODES OTOTO the University Center or the cafeteria was a dress or skirt and blouse. Slacks or shorts were appropriate for women only when working behind stage, participating in sports and attending outings. Women were allowed to wear slacks in the library only to return books. And even on Saturdays, women were not allowed to wear slacks into classroom buildings. Dress was even dictated for social functions. The students were told when to wear formals and heels. The male students were told when dark suits or tuxedos were appropriate, as well as when casual clothes were allowed. They were also warned that under no circumstances should such casual attire (shorts) be worn when calling for a date at the women ' s residence halls. Never- theless, as the miniskirt rose in popularity, the dress codes changed. By 1970, the dress code in the student handbook was reduced to two sentences. Students are expected to maintain appropriate standards of dress while on the campus. Health regulations require that an acceptable foot covering be worn in public places. The rules concerning student activities covered other things besides dress. The 1948 student handbook listed specific rules about smoking. Smoking is permitted for men students on the first and second floors of the Administration Building, except in classrooms. Smoking in any buildings where floors are of wood composition is discouraged. We girls prefer not to smoke in public. Eventually, the only reference made to smoking merely stated that smoking was not allowed in the classrooms. As the times changed, so did the rules. Students were given more responsibility in making decisions concerning their behavior. These rule changes were just another step taken along the way from a state Normal school to a state university. Linda Moore Captured Memories D ■H U O £ £ u (0 O Ending the season, Lanford Wilson ' s Fifth of July was brought to life on the MSU theatrical stage in late spring. Other pieces performed this year were The American Dream in the Studio Theatre and the West Side Story on the Mainstage. (Photo courtesy of the Theatre Department) Putting on the charms is just part of the job of Tiger Tamers, the football recruiting board. Marcia Band entertains player Anthony Arnold. Being an essential part of the recruiting program, these women help bring in new players to the Tigers. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Retelling a favorite story is author Alex Hailey, who came to campus in the spring to share his life history. Beginning with his childhood as he sat on his porch listening to his aunts, he told of how he gathered the background for his bestseller Roots. (Photo by Photo Services) G one are the dress codes and curfews. Gone is the old president ' s house. Gone is the small campus of three buildings. There still are visitation hours in the dorms, and although some buildings may no longer exist, campus properties encompass much more, including 345 acres for biological research donated by ex- editor of the Press Scimitar, Edward J. Meeman. Names change like that of the Tiger Rag to the Daily Helmsman. Lines in the Tiger Den still exist as they did when it was called the Jones Hall Cafeteria. But the past comes together with the present. Fashion and music make a full circle: the look and sound of the ' 80s holds a little of each decade. Memphis State is once again the home to a Miss America, and problems like parking that have persisted for at least 20 years continue to strive for a solution. Linked with the past yet possessing its own uniqueness, the new times possess some of their own fads and problems like alcohol awareness. Every year presents a panorama of its Captured Memories. The face of the cafeteria is not all that has changed with time.. It was one of the first buildings to be completely air-con- ditioned 1962 DeSoto Returning to the stage to Pour on the Power, former Miss MSU, Gelene Ayres captures first place in the Tiger Den Talent Show. (Photo by Lesley Craig) relax or refuel, nowhere on campus can feats be accomplished better than at the full-service food stop known to all as iger Den and the comfort of the cafeteria make it the ultimate for studying, socializing and, of course, eating. During the late hours, one can find many students studying in Tiger Den. The cafeteria is conducive to studying because it provides the three essential study aids — comfort, quiet and food. A student can easily find a quiet table because there are several areas from which to choose. M emphis State has changed a lot through the years, but at least one thing remains unchanged — the popularity of the cafeteria. Tiger Den, formerly known as Jones Hall cafeteria, made its triumphant return when its doors reopened on Feb. 12, 1986, after the area was extensively remodeled. It is open from 6 a.m. to midnight on weekdays and from 8 a.m. to midnight on weekends. These hours Tiger Den The cafeteria was officially opened with the start of school in the fall of 1952. It can accommodate several hundred students at one time, and with the rapid serving line, the students find little difficulty in getting a quick bite to eat. 1952 DeSoto Soft music piped in through the intercom enhances the relaxing atmosphere. Finally, the student has easy access to food, a must for the devoted student. Although Tiger Den is a good place for diligent students in the evening hours, it has a very social atmosphere around mealtimes. The peak hours are lunchtime and dinner. At these times, students can expect a short wait in line for food, but that gives the customer a chance to spot a table among the crowd. On Thursdays, around noon, there is live entertainment. Or on Monday nights, you can watch Monday Night Football on the big- screen TV or watch the Tigers play their hardest. On other nights, the Student Activities Council sponsors movies shown on the big screen TV. On Thursday nights there is live entertainment, like bands or comedians. Tiger Den is also host to special events, such as the M A S H party, which Larry Linville, a.k.a Frank Burns, attended and signed autographs for his fans, and a dance marathon for UNICEF. While it has many special events, Tiger Den is known more for its one product, food. Tiger Den is no ordinary cafeteria because it caters to almost everyone ' s taste. The 4,100 people who eat in the cafeteria daily are given the choice of six different types More than 4,000 students, faculty and staff converge daily on the Tiger Den. Formerly the Jones Hall Cafeteria, Tiger Den was reopened Feb. 12, 1986, after extensive remodeling. (Photo by Lesley Craig) of cuisine — Italian, deli, fast food, salads, ice cream or the standard cafeteria fare. The Italian food section offers lasagna and spaghetti, while the fast food section sports hamburgers and fries. Fried chicken is served piping hot at the deli, as well as the Tiger Shark submarine, a large sandwich guaranteed to satisfy a large appetite. To top it all off, students can stop at the ice cream parlor for a double scoop of their favorite flavors. Or if the student is very weight and health-conscious, he can opt for the salad bar. The choices are numerous and the atmosphere always provides almost whatever a college student desires. Sherri Fisher Laughing at the audience is comedian Tim Settimi, who appeared in the Tiger Den Comedy Show held Oct. 10. Tiger Den is the hot spot for concerts, comedy shows, movies, Monday Night Football as well as televised Memphis State basketball. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Captured Memories Whether to kill time, meet friends or escape from the dorm for a while, nothing can beat an evening of fun at one of Memphis State students ' A familiar gathering place, the Varsity Inn specializes in Tuesday taco night and Wednesday nickel beer night. (Photo by Lesley Craig) favorite hangouts Ms, ?U 1960 It ' s a crisp fall evening and by some rare turn of luck, you don ' t have to work phone duty in the dorm. You sure are glad you don ' t have to answer the six phones in the lobby and tell those girls that their boyfriends were the lucky few who actually got through to exchange intimate pleasantries. You made it through Dean Rawls ' daily room check without too many demerits. You ' re dying to get out of the dorm, and you ' re starved because you are not allowed to keep a refrigerator in your room. The only drawback to leaving is you have to be back by 9 p.m. Still, you think, a short break away will do me a world of good. So you leave, destination unknown. Most likely you ' ll end up at a restaurant, but which one is still a mystery. What about the new place, Sandy ' s, that se rves something called fast food? It ' s real close — just across the street from the SAE house (destined to become the VI). It has a cute jingle: 35 cents for a three course meal. Sounds to me like that ' s a steal. Or maybe you will go to Little Pigs Barbecue, even though it ' s not really the in place to hang out. If you want stay in the MSU area Campus Hangouts A favorite hangout since the 60s, the Little Pigs Barbecue continues to serve the needs of restless Memphis State students even today. (Photo by Lesley Craig) and still be cool, you can always go to Beretta ' s. But how about that new fad, pizza? Coletta ' s on Summer Avenue is the place for that. Or do you want just a hamburger? There is always Willie King ' s Drive-in on Poplar at Union Extended or the Cotton Bowl Restaurant on East Parkway. No, you ' ve decided exactly what you ' re craving — onion rings. The only place to go for those is the Pig-N- Whistle on Union. Besides, it ' s one of the neatest hangouts for students in Memphis. Afterwards, you and your date might go to a night spot for a little relaxation and a lot of good music. Let ' s go to The Sharecropper and hear Tommy Ferguson, MSUs band director, play some jazz, you suggest. Hey, why not The Hourglass instead? your date asks. Then we can see Ned Turner and the Settlers. You agree, and off you go to that old warehouse. Indeed, Ned Turner and the band are there, and you listen to their music and eat peanuts, throwing your shells on the floor. But it ' s nearly nine, and you really have to get back lest you be assigned to phone duty until you ' re 90. Oh well, until tomorrow night... (continued on page 28) Captured Memories It ' s always a blast at Sir Lafs-A-Lot. Memphis State students find relief from mid-semester stress with comedians from across the country. (Photo by Lesley Craig) Known for the music, the food and the atmosphere, Newby ' s finds many different students within its walls nightly. Located on Highland Street ' s strip, Newby ' s is definitely one of the hot spots in the campus area. (Photo by Lesley Craig) Favorite Hangouts . . MSU 1986 It ' s a crisp fall evening, and you don ' t have too much studying to do. You have no plans for the evening, so you have to decide what to do. Should you stay in the dorm and watch TV or should you go out? That hardly constituted a choice. You ' re hungry, so the first stop must be a restaurant. Well, you decide, since the tank is on the empty side, you might as well stay in the MSU area. So there is Danver ' s, Wendy ' s, Beef-n-Bird or Mickey D ' s on Highland. Wait! Even better, you could go to Garibaldi ' s and order pizza, every college student ' s favorite standby. Of course, there is always seafood at the Blue Pelican, and since your pocket seems full enough, at least temporarily, you decide on that. But after you eat, there still awaits the decision on where to go next? The VI has long been a favorite with the students, and Faculty Lounge is really busy even though it ' s under new ownership ( Pop Roberts is no longer there). How about Newby ' s? It ' s an awesome spot — great cheese sticks, too. Or Sir Lafs-A-Lot, the comedy showplace next door, guarantees a good time and a bunch of laughs. But if you feel the need for some good music and dancing, then it has Campus Hangouts Located close to campus, the College Inn is a fun place to meet for a late night snack or a late night pitcher. (Photo by Lesley Craig) to be N Cahoots. You ' re sure to meet many college students there. No, on second thought, you don ' t want Top 40. Midway Cafe is pretty close to campus and it has a band a couple nights a week. Usually, the Cut-Outs play, although Ned Turner and the Settlers were there last week. If that is really not your style, there are also other places on Beale Street: the Rum Boogie Cafe or the Omni-New Daisy Theatre. But you decide on the Antenna Club on Madison. There is a big- screen TV continuously playing new wave videos and if you ' re lucky, you ' ll catch a good band. Afterwards, your conscience is calling you back to the dorm to resume your studies, lest you be in college until you ' re 90. You ' ve had fun tonight, and let ' s not forget, there is always tomorrow night. . . Sheni Fisher Captured Memories Regardless of looks, most students at Memphis State have certain factors, so that no matter if they are black or white, male or female, almost anyone qualifies as M Joe MSU emphis State students come in all shapes, sizes, colors, ages and nationalities. They vary in backgrounds, social classes, tax brackets and marital status. These characteristics don ' t represent the average student. Thoroughout the student pop- ulation, common threads run that have nothing to do with what the student looks like, but with how he lives. During the fall registration of 1985, the Office of Institutional Research conducted a student educational services survey. The survey asked students questions concerning their personal, Joe College financial and academic lives. It was answered by more than 68 percent of the student population and in accurate proportions of black and white students. Fifty-four percent of the students responding to the survey were within the typical college age, ranging from under 18 to 22. Forty-six percent of the respondents were over 23, with the greatest number being those students between 26 and 35. More than half of Memphis State ' s students are self-supporting. Among those students, 80 percent of them work, with 26 percent holding down full-time jobs and working 40 hours or more a week. This may also account for why most students take from five to six years to complete a bachelor ' s degree. The survey also showed that 90 percent of the students drive private cars on campus, which accounts for parking problems. Students at MSU also live off campus. During the 1986-87 academic year only about 11 percent of the students lived on campus. The rest resided at the homes of their parents, in off-campus rental property or in their own homes. Memphis State students also show the same lack of interest in certain activities. During the same academic year, only about 5 percent of the students were active members of Greek organizations, about 10 percent voted in the Homecoming elections and less than 5 percent voted in the Student Government Association elections. So what do these numbers say about Joe MSU ? They say he may be a little older than average, he works, drives a car, lives off campus, is a non-Greek, and may be a bit disinterested in what goes on around campus. But whether these are faults or virtues, they are typical of almost any Joe MSU. Linda A. Moore Captured Memories E From screaming rock and roll to cool jazz, today ' s students are capable of keeping the beat wherever they go because portable C.D. ' s, radios, and tape decks let them continue Moving to Music Iver noticed this? Someone walking to class has a set of headphones on his head emitting a buzzing noise that is barely audible. A wire connects this set of headphones to a metal box fastened to the hip and it seems this person is walking in synch to the beats pulsing through the headset. It ' s a common sight these days, the student in pursuit of musical mobility. Without a doubt, today ' s students hold a superior advantage over those of decades past. Technological advances have made compact music-makers a regular part of the college scene. Walkman stereos are so minute a student could conceal one on his body and listen to a recorded concert instead of a mind-numbing lecture. No problem for those who get by with an occasional glance at their textbook in lieu of attentive listening during classroom discussion. Breaks between classes inspire many music listeners to brandish walkman radios, boomboxes or portable CD players. This is definitely a better idea since most professors have little tolerance for those who dance to Cameo or lip- Music Relaxing outside Richardson Towers on a sunny day, senior Theresa Holley and junior Suzanne Harris continue their search for a radio station with the right beat. (Photo by Devin Greaney) synch the lyrics of an Elvis Costello tune in the middle of their class. Students listen to pop music on such a regular basis that a musical quiz regarding their favorite performers would probably yield sensational test scores. Musical tastes vary so greatly on college campuses that a quiz could be divided into limitless categories. Music gives many students a chance to relax and concentrate on something other than molecular structures of a lower kingdom plant culture or the solution set to a mathematical equation. Some students have little problem relaxing regardless. And speaking of relaxing, think how common it is to see students with their favorite tapes next to their lounger at the pool or on the beach during spring break. Most students would never think of leaving on a trip without an assortment of their favorite music. Forgetting the road atlas and sun screen is no problem but leaving the radio and tapes behind makes the drive a drag when conversation is no where to be found. Next time a student passes by on campus with a headset clinging to his ears just remember it ' s the pursuit of musical mobility that makes him look the way he does. John Christopher Zipping down Normal Street, Tom McKee listens to the Grateful Dead and watches out for motorists he has to share the streets with. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Captured Memories MSU Trivia 1 I Trivia games are all the rage. So why not test your knowledge at something you should know a lot about, your school. It ' s time to play Memphis State Trivia (Scoring - Each question is worth 4 points. There are five bonus questions, also worth four points. Just a warning, the bonus questions are tough.) 1. Who was Zach Curlin and why is a street named after him? 2. How much was tuition in 1912? 3. What was South Campus before it became the property of MSU? 4. Who was the first MSU (West Tennessee State Normal School) president? 5. How old is Tom, the bengal tiger, the Memphis State mascot? 6. How many Memphis State students have become Miss Americas? 7. What was different about the residents of Mynders Hall during World War II? 8. What building on campus has served as a dorm for both sexes? 9. What was unusual about the junior class of 1944? 10. What year were the first black students admitted to Memphis State? 11. How many presidents has Memphis State had? 12. What year was the DeSoto first published? 13. What athletic teams have consistently been national cham- pions? 14. What was the name of the street running north and south of the South Campus before it became Getwell? 15. What are the only two original buildings left on campus? 16. What was the first degree program offered at the West Tennessee State Normal School? 17. What was the first Greek organization, which is still on campus in its original form? 18. What was the first black Greek organization on campus? 19. Where were Homecoming parades formerly held? 20. What was the first year for Memphis State to beat Ole Miss in football? 21. When did Memphis State attain university status? 22. What did freshmen formerly have to wear during their first few weeks at Memphis State? 23. When did Tigers become the official mascot of the University? 24. What is Memphis State ' s zip code? 25. What ' s the number of the MATA bus that runs through campus? Bonus 1. Who crowned the first Miss Memphis State? 2. What building was built as an MSU dorm but has never been used as a dorm? 3. Who wrote the school ' s alma mater? 4. Who was the first Pouncer, the costumed Tiger mascot? 5. Who is the city councilman for the MSU area? (See Answers in Index) Linda Moore Captured Memories More than classrooms are needed to educate; exposure to other ideas is necessary for a well rounded education. On campus, this is accomplished by inviting speakers so students can Hear What They ' ve Got to Say Author of the best-seller, Roots, Alex Haley told students and others attending that before the Civil War, everyone knew the war was coming and no one knew how it would end. (Photo by Photo Services) Speakers o ver the years, Memphis State has established a tradition of bringing speakers to campus to stimulate the minds of the student population. And one of the most controversial speakers to appear on campus was Madalyn Murray O ' Hair, a nationally know atheist who initiated the Supreme Court ruling against prayer in public schools. O ' Hair ' s visit was sponsored by the Free Thought Society. O ' Hair spoke last October before a capacity crowd in the University Center Ballroom following a week filled with controversy because of her appearance. And on the day proceding her appearance, Mem phis State president, Dr. Thomas Carpenter, closed her appearance to the general public. Carpenter told The Daily Helmsman that reports of bomb threats and telephone calls protest- ing her appearance were not the main reasons behind his decision but University policy. Carpenter was referring to a section in the MSU Policy and Procedures Manual which states that religious or political organizations on campus may invite speakers but the audience is limited to University students, faculty and staff. Despite the protest, O ' Hair did speak. She attacked the state of Tennessee for its backwardness concerning the Scopes Monkey Trial, which took place in 1925 in Dayton, Tenn. She also upset the mostly religious audience by referring to Jesus Christ as J.C. and by stating, No god ever gave any man anything, nor ever answered any prayer at any time, nor ever will. O ' Hair ' s appearance ended suddendly when Mike Mefford, a junior communications major approached her and she threw a cup of water on him. After the speech, she told The Daily Helmsman she had no idea what he had planned to do and that the sane thing to do was to keep a distance. Security for the speech was exceptional. Because of a bomb threat, the Memphis Police Depart- (continued on page 38) Surrounded by controversy and hostility, maximum capacity crowd on religion and Madalyn Murray O ' Hair, sponsored by the the fundamentalists ' takeover of America. Free Thought Society, spoke to a (Photo by Leslie Craig) Captured Memories ■ l SCTifc X Hear What . . . merit ' s TACT squad conducted a sweep of the building and security guards were stationed at University Drive, to admit only decaled vechicles into the parking lot near the University Center. A total of 23 MSU security guards were used for the event, which would have under normal circumstances requried only nine. A police officer was also assigned to guard O ' Hair. Along the outskirts of campus, religious groups picketed O ' Hair ' s presence on campus. Other MSU speakers, though possibly just as interesting, caused less of a stir. In November, Larry Linnville, who portrayed Frank Burns on M A S H, visited campus. He spoke to students about how his interest in acting began, his education at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in London and how he created the character, Frank Burns. Linville ' s speech was followed by a M A S H party in the Tiger Den, where he signed autographs. The legality of drug laws was the topic of debate in March and former LSD experimenter, Dr. Timothy Leary, and former U.S. Drug Enforcement administrator, Peter Bensinger, met the challenge. The two met in the University Center Ballroom before a full house and armed with facts, jokes and personel experience explained the pros and cons concerning the legality of drugs. Also in March, Alex Haley, author of Roots , spoke to an audience in the University Center Ballroom on Roots of Good Journalism. April brought Rev. Jesse Jackson to the U.C. Ballroom. Jackson, in town for a march and services commemorating the assignation of Dr. Martin Luther King 19 years ago in Memphis, spoke to the standing- room-only crowd on topics ranging from drug abuse to presidential foreign policy to the power of the masses. Jackson concluded his speech by urging all audience members who were not registered to vote to do so, that night, at special tables set up for that purpose. Other campus speakers included: Mecury Morris, former Miami Dolphin and convicted drug dealer; Tennessee gubernatorial candi- dates, Winfield Dunn and Ned McWherter; UPI Washington Bureau chief, Helen Thomas; Dr. Charles King, national speaker on racism and race relations; and a series of speakers on space for the Perspectives Speaker series. Linda A. Moore (Contributing Reporters: William Barnett, Mike Compton, Skip Howard, Eric Sherley, Chris Taras) Speakers UPI Washington Bureau chief, Helen Thomas, spoke to a crowd composed mainly of journalism students in the Faulkner Lounge. The event was covered by Channel 13 and other local television stations. The Society of Professional Journalists Sigma Delta Chi sponsored her visit. (Photo by Photo Services) In defense of legai drug use, Dr. Timothy Leary, a former LSD user, gave his views in a debate with Peter Bensinger, former U.S. Drug Enforcement administrator, on why drugs should be legal and their use as a matter of choice. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Captured Memories With a nationally known theatre department and the campus ' s own talent, it ' s no wonder that when the lights go down and the curtain goes up, great things happen On the Stage at MSU The Mainstage production, Fifth of July, has been likened to The Big Chill, in that old friends gather to remember a deceased friend. Cast members gather on stage to remember Matthew Talley, a character who was found on the theatre stage last year also. (Photo courtesy of the Theatre Department) They gathered in memory of a friend. Fifth of July players, back row: Dan McCleary, Jenny Jared, Nellie Sanborn, Ellen Caldwell; second row: Mai Estelle Collins, Michael Conwill, Scot Dixon; front, Tim Barnes. (Photo courtesy of the Theatre Department) Plays I .t has been said, and rightly so, that variety is the spice of life. And if that is truly the case, Memphis State University ' s theater department has had one spicy time this year. From the raw power of Edward Albee ' s The American Dream and The Zoo Story in the Studio Theatre to the synthesizers and steel in a revamp of West Side Story on the Mainstage, the theater audiences saw a wide range of shows. The first shows of the season were the double Albee bill in the Studio Theatre. The stage was set with simple props and biting words. Richard Brinsley Sheridan ' s comedy of manners, The School for Scandal, opened up as the premiere Mainstage show. The comedy of manners featured an elaborate set and stunning costumes that added to the show. The complex, elegant set of The School for Scandal was starkly and completely contrasted with the Studio Theatre ' s The Serpent, which had no set, cohesive plot or intricate costumes. It was a ritual exploring man ' s cruelty from the days in the Garden of Eden through the assassination of John F. Kennedy, using mainly movement and very little dialogue. West Side Story, a modernization of Romeo and Juliet, was further modernized by director Lou Salerni. A steel set was built on the Mainstage and the music was put to synthesizers. The season ended with Lanford Wilson ' s Fifth of July. This play has been described as The Big Chill with a vengence. The show is about a group of people who gather in Missouri to pay homage to the deceased Matthew Talley (who, incidently, was one of the main characters of Talley ' s Folly, which was a Studio show last year). The conversations of the characters bring out memories of the past, schemes of the present and dreams for the future. Of course, a lot of elements went into these theatrical productions. There were the performers who exercised their acting muscles on the boards. There were the directors who watched as the sets were built into the places they had imagined. The set, costume and lighting designers made sure all the elements fit together to make a work of art. And the diversity of the scripts all came together to make a smorgasbord year. And although not all plays pleased everybody, there was bound to be at least a part of this year ' s agenda that everyone could enjoy and come away feeling entertained. Joey Leibovich Finding love and fighting hate, Tony and Maria, Chris D. Thomas and Vivian Dettbam, embrace during a scene from the Mainstage production of West Side Story while Jets Tim Anderson, Mike Lauderdale, Dan McCleary, Rob McCrary and Jay Rapp look on. (Photo by Kevin Lazarini) The Jets, J. Ray Hutchison, Mike Lauderdale, Dan McCleary, Elis Adames, Rob McCrary, Jay Rapp and Tim Anderson, climb the steel fences that make up the set of West Side Story. This Mainstage production played to a sold out crowd every night. (Photo by Kevin Lazarini) Captured Memories o Welcoming former students, remembering the past and creating new memories to treasure the future: the events will be remembered As Time Goes By A Casablanca party held in the Tiger Den, featuring a five-piece French jazz combo, the Victims of Circumstance, highlighted the first day of Homecoming Week 1986. Earlier that day Bouncer the Clown had given balloons and buttons to all on the UC Mall. Photographs of Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall decorated Tiger Den while the 1940s classic played on the big-screen TV complimenting the Homecoming theme, As Time Goes By. Singing her winning song, Marty Slayton, Miss Memphis State 1986, began Tuesday ' s fashion show. After the opening number, the fashions of Perry Ellis, Calvin Klein, Bellafranc, Alpert Nipon and Ann Klein were modeled. Ron Paulette, president of the Fashion Board, served as emcee. The Homecoming Court, Becky Morgan, Delta Gamma; Leanne Peel, Pi Beta Phi; Angelique Miller, Phi Mu; Sylvia Ruby, Delta Zeta; and Lori Hegarty, Alpha Gamma Delta, were later introduced. A pep rally was held Wednesday, because of impending rain, in the University Ballroom. On hand were the MSU Pep Band, the cheerleaders, the national champion pompon squad and Pouncer, the Tiger mascot. At the end of the pep rally, the winners of the banner display contest were announced, Fiji along with Sigma Kappa taking first place honors. The lawn displays on Central Avenue were judged Thursday, with Sigma Phi Epsilon taking top honors. Later that night, the Riverboat Dance was held on the Memphis Showboat; Homecoming buttons were given to all when they boarded. Friday night, the SAC Movies Committee presented Back To The Future starring Michael J. Fox at the UC Mall. Saturday brought the game. During halftime, the Homecoming Court, Miss Memphis State and Miss Tennessee were presented to the fans and alumni. Although the Tigers put up a good fight, Mississippi State outscored Memphis State and won, 34-17. After the game, spirits picked up at the Homecoming Dance, sponsored by the Pan-Hellenic Council. Paige Werne Leather to go. Both Marda McBride and Jennifer Kelly are cool and sophisticated as they strut down the runway in leather fashions in the Homecoming fashion show. Bold jewelry and shoulder pads make the look that will be remembered from the ' 80s. (Photo by Marjorie Van) Homecoming Right in the kisser. Sigma Kappa Sorority and Fiji wanted to knock out the Bulldogs of Mississippi State and showed just how it should be done in the yard display entered in the Homecoming lawn display contest sponsored by SAC and Greek Affairs. (Photo by Marjorie Van) Smiles for all. The 1986 Homecoming Court: Lori Hegarty, Alpha Gamma Delta; Becky Morgan, Delta Gamma; Leanne Peel, Pi Beta Phi; Angelique Miller, Phi Mu, and Sylvia Ruby, Delta Zeta. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Captured Memories Day came out one night. Otis Day, Dewayne Jessi, that is, best know for his appearance in the moti on picture Animal House, had students rocking in the aisles. Day filled the Field House last fall, giving students something to shout about. (Photo by Devin Greaney) In 1954, the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, made an appearance at what was then Memphis State College. He had yet to become a world-wide star, but the co-eds at MSC loved him. (From the 1955 DeSoto) What ' s college without concerts? Who could survive without the chance to move to the groove? Well around here, no one. That ' s why no one misses the opportunity to Jam Tiger Style he Stones never played here, but Elvis Presley did. And through the years, the list of performers who gave concerts at Memphis State has grown. This year was no exception. Nationally known and local performers descended upon Memphis State, thanks to the Student Activities Council, to play everything from blues to pop. They performed on the smaller stage in the Tiger Den or to major crowds at the Field House. But either way, they were welcomed here once and will be welcomed again. By the way, are the Stones still touring? Linda Moore Concerts The blues came out east one night last fall. Ruby Wilson left Beale Street and came to sing the blues before a capacity crowd in the Tiger Den. Wilson not only serenaded the crowd with the blues, but gave the audience a taste of pop music. (Photo courtesy of Ruby Wilson) Bopping the night away left students tired, but ready to go again when Good Question played the Field House last fall. Most students gave up their seats for a better view and turned a concert into a full fledg ed party. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Half a second - Party Time 1970 — Fifth Dimension entertained before a capacity crowd at the Mid- South Coliseum for the year ' s Homecoming concert. Marilyn McCoo, one of the group ' s vocalists, could not appear because she was recovering from an appendectomy at St. Jude ' s Hospital. During their last song of the evening, Aquarius Let the Sunshine in, the Fifth Dimension received a 15-minute standing ovation from the exhilarated audience. 1974 — Superstars such as Todd Rundgren, Muddy Waters and Duke Ellington appeared at Memphis State. Another smash group was also brought to MSU students, Chicago. 1975 — Back when he was just another piano man, Billy Joel came to MSU where he received a frenzied reception from students. Appealling to other tastes, Waylon Jennings also commanded a reception befitting a country music legend. 1976 — The Homecoming concert this year saw one of the most popular groups of the ' 70s come to the Mid- South. The Doobie Brothers made their first of several appearances here. 1978— The father of the ' 60s peace movement in music, Bob Dylan, came to make his first performance in the Mid-South. Also in 1978, The Doobie Brothers and Billy Joel returned. Heart, ELO and rock legends, The Rolling Stones, all appeared at the Mid-South Coliseum to perform before a capacity crowd of Memphis State students. Shawn Conners Captured Memories Misteltoe is a part of a traditional courtship scene even in the 1980s. Hugh Greer and Lisa Knox take advantage of the festivities at the Kappa Sigma Christmas party. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Courtship Everyone dates, but what about that thing youVe seen in old movies and fantasized about, that old-fashioned practice called Courtship J. here are many types of relationships in the world. Some particular relationships which come to mind are parent and child, teacher and student, friend and friend and the most popular, boyfriend and girlfriend. The basic story in a boy-girl relationship is boy meets girl, boy dates girl and boy marries girl. There has to be more to dating than that. Your parents or grandparents might call it courting, but what is the difference, if there is a difference? Let ' s compare the typical courtship rituals of the 1900s with the typical dating practices of the 1980s. In the 1900s, a gentleman would have arranged to come and call on a young lady with her parents at a specified time. He would drive his carriage, or walk, to be received by the young lady ' s parents in her home. Once he arrived, usually some time around noon, the couple would be taken on a chaperoned lunch in the park. It was unseemly and vulgar to hold hands or kiss in public, so the couple enjoyed their time talking and getting to know each other. After a nice afternoon, during which the young lady ' s parents maintained a discreet distance, the young man would escort his young lady back to her house, where he might be allowed to hold her hand before leaving. If her parents approved, the young man might be invited to come calling or come to court again. If not, he was thanked politely. In the 1980s, a young man will drive in his car to the residence of his date. Her parents have either approved, are ignorant of the occasion or perhaps, have left it to th discretion of the young lady. H might arrive at 7:30 or 8:00 and th couple will leave, unchaperoned, course. They might have a night at th movies, a nice dinner or possibly combination of the two. During th date, holding hands, hugging an kissing are standard. If both are pleased with the date another date might be arranged o they might go steady. If not, we that ' s the way dating goes these days. Of course, courtship was a dating ritual which largely involved the parents of the couple. Dating tends to leave the decisions in the hands of the couple. Although dating in the 1980s is one of the most popular pastimes, there are those romantics who feel something is missing. These people believe that the mystery, the anticipation of courtship is gone. Who hasn ' t gotten a romantic feeling when listening to stories about how their grandparents first met? Listening to these memories brings a nostalgia, a longing for some old-fashioned romance. How can the dating practices of the 80s recapture the nostalgia of courting in bygone days? All it takes is a little bit of consideration for the other person. Remember that a prospective date is someone to be wooed, someone who might enjoy being courted. Unlike dating, courtship is a delicate blend of courtesy, respect, anticipation and mystery. The next time your grandfather tells the story of how he met your grandmother, take a minute to think. It may be what you ' re missing is just some old-fashioned romance. Paige Werne , , eft fa«ectlon..Ahese couples Public displays ol aiect o they were C ?f no Ihe e couples managed to ?oiS together on campus, find time to spena wy ( Photo from 1949 DeSoto) Caught in a clinch.. .In the ' 80s, dating is not always as serious as courtship. Ellen Kolb and Jason MacPherson don ' t have to check with their parents before going out. Modern dating leaves the decision on whether to continue a relationship in the hands of the couple. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Captured Memories 26,300 Americans last year learned the deadliest lie... It ' s OK to Drink and Drive w. hich of the following is one of the most dangerous lies in America? A) The check is in the mail. B) Some of my best friends go to Ole Miss. C) Oh, my GPA is still above the all-men ' s average. D) I drive better after a few beers. Unless your fiancee is from Mississippi or you are a Presidential Scholar, D will prove to be, if it isn ' t already, the deadliest lie. For over 26,300 Americans last year, the full extent of Ds danger was tragically realized. According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving statistics, drunk drivers cause more deaths and injuries and destruction annually than murderers, rapists or thieves. These statistics have hit closer to home lately for college students in the United States. While teenagers comprise 44% of the drivers in alcohol-related accidents, the drunk driver is the number one killer of men and women in their teens and early twenties, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration. Americans have recently begun to take a part in keeping drunk driver accidents from happening. Groups have been formed against drunk drivers in colleges and cities across the nation. Bartenders, Students and Mothers Aganist Drunk Drivers are groups that were formed to keep offenders off the highways. BACCHUS (Boost Alcohol mw Alcohol Consciousness and Concern for the Health of University Students) is a national organization formed to make college students more aware of the dangers of alcohol abuse. From Oct. 19-25, 1986, the National BACCHUS organization sponsored a National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week (NCAAW). Ed Brundick, president of the MSU chapter, set the record straight on the organization ' s views on drinking. We ' re not anti- alcohol; not at all. What we do is promote responsible drinking. During NCAAW the MSU BACCHUS chapter sponsored a tour of the Stroh ' s brewery and invited speakers from the Memphis Police department and Lakeside Hospital to © a Q ? ; ,© } © © OX • SJ o talk to students. Not since prohibition has such a national campaign involving alcohol been launched. According to MADD records, one person is killed by a drunk driver every 23 minutes; those citizens killed by drunk drivers outnumber those Americans killed in airplane accidents, fires, drownings, fallings and suffocation combined. From a candlelight vigil in Memphis to a benefit concert by Kenny Loggins in Santa Barbara to a 4,205 mile, 115 day Tang March Across America for MADD campaign, Americans are waking up to and doing something about one of the deadliest killers in America. Steve Norman Captured Memories The best of friends... and sometimes, the worst of enemies: roommates not only share a room but also each other ' s lives. Patrick Rodgers and Barry Garrett cohabitate in Richardson Towers South, where they also share the same appreciation for the finer things in life: Garfield and scantily-clad poster women. (Photo by Devin Greaney) It can try your nerves, but sometimes students become fast friends... Life in the Dorm Si ' ince Memphis State opened its doors as the West Tennessee State Normal School in 1912, many things have changed. However, one thing has remained constant — the presence of dormitories. Dorm life evokes many images in one ' s mind, whether they be of the animal house, riotous living type or of a home away from home. Whichever the case, living in a dorm at Memphis State or any other university is a learning experience in itself. Many dorm residents have, in the past, had to share their living quarters with a brother or sister but never with a few hundred strangers. While having this many people around gives the resident a chance to meet individuals of varied backgrounds, it can also be bothersome at times. One resident said that the main disadvantage of living in the dorm is having people on your floor that do not respect you or your belongings. According to several students who live in the residence halls, a major advantage of dorm life is meeting people. As one student put it, I ' ve made lots of friends I couldn ' t have or wouldn ' t have met had I not lived here. There is a unique bond between people who become friends while living in a dorm and those friendships made may last a lifetime. One of the biggest decisions a prospective resident may make is whether he should room with someone he already knows or leave the roommate decision to chance and Residence Life. If he decides to take whatever he gets through Residence Life, he must go through the roommate game. Occasionally, someone gets lucky and finds that he actually has the same habits and interests as his new roommate. More often than not, however, someone will have to compromise. Since human nature causes people to be concerned with their own well- being first, there are bound to be some clashes between roommates. When asked if she got along with her roommate, one resident replied, When I had one, NO WAY! Another resident said, I just met him two weeks ago, but he ' s a good guy. And we haven ' t had any serious The History of Memphis State Dorms 1912 — In the beginning a three- winged, three-story women ' s dormitory containing one hundred- ten bedrooms (men were to be housed in the basement rooms of the Administration building) was the only on-campus housing available to the students at the West Tennessee State Normal School. 1945 — Mynders continued to be the women ' s dorm and Scates Hall was the men ' s. 1947 — Apartments were built on campus for the veterans of World War II and their families. Veteran ' s Village contained 47 apartments. 1952 — Men found a new campus home in 1952 when Hay den Hall was completed. The dorm was named in honor of Grover H. Hayden, a member of the science department at Memphis State College since 1918. 1957 — Mynders West (now West Hall) was completed and dedicated as the second women ' s dorm. 1960— North Hall (McCord) was opened as the only dorm specifically for male upperclassmen. Hayden housed only athletes. 1961 — Smith Hall opened as the third women ' s residence hall. 1964— East Hall (Browning) was opened. 1965 — Women residents had reason Dorm Life problems — yet! Whether there are any problems or not, tension is a normal part of dorm life. What is dorm life? Whenever this question is asked, there are many replies. In 1982, Kathy Armstrong wrote an article about dorm life in the 1970s. Her article described dorm life this way: Dorm life is learning to cook a seven course meal in a popcorn popper.... Dorm life is one slob rooming with another slob, both of whom ' s major goal is to keep a navigable path to all major points in the room It ' s putting your last bit of change in a dryer along with a load of wet clothes and watching it just sit there and do nothing.... Dorm life is listening to the roommates next door constantly squabble, or worse still, being the roommates next door.... Dorm life is a joy and a heartbreak, a convenience and an inconvenience, good times and bad times.... In 1987, even though many things have changed, the answers to that question aren ' t much different. When students were asked to describe what it was like living in the dorm, they responded: one big apartment house that ' s a lot of fun, freedom, close to independence, but not quite there, realistic and a trip; however, somewhere down the line in a moment of homesickness, a resident might agree with this answer — dorm life is a far cry from home! Sherri Fisher Is there a roommate in the house? Teresa Stubblefield discovers that sometimes the junk can pile up so high, that there is no room left for her. Trying to keep a dorm room clean is almost a full-time job. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Are these shopping cart ladies? No, Carol Lotties and Dana Smith are just another two residents who attempt an easier way to move into the dorms. (Photo by Devin Greaney) to rejoice again — Rawls Hall was opened. 1966 — An era ended when Veteran ' s Village was torn down. 1967— Highland Towers, the beautiful new coed dorm, is more commonly referred to as the ' Highland Hilton ' 1968 — Central Towers complex (Richardson Towers) was completed. East Hall was renamed Browning Hall. 1970 — Four men ' s dorms (Hayden, graduate; Robison, athletic; McCord; and Browning) became known as the Statesman ' s Complex. Mynders and Rawls became the freshmen women ' s dorms and West and Smith housed only upperclassmen for the first time in their history. 1971 — The passing of open hours, the new-found freedom of women residents, meant the culmination of a year-long campaign to end restrictions on curfews.... 1975 — Mynders Hall was closed. 1980 — After remaining dormant for five years, Mynders Hall was reopened to women residents. 1982— McCord Hall was closed for renovations and the 8th floor of Richardson Towers South was sealed off due to lack of occupants. 1985— Each fall, Residence Life must turn away hundreds of students who apply for campus housing but simply won ' t fit into the 11 dormitories on campus. 1987 — At the present, Memphis State is still turning away students because the demand for on-campus housing is simply too much for the existing residence halls. And things cannot get much better since there is not much empty space on campus where another dorm could be constructed. Sherri Fisher Captured Memories It ' s been a parade of flappers, rockers, flower children and punkers as the DeSoto remembers The Fashions of the Century J? ashion. Stop and look around. It surrounds everyone every day in every way. It is not just clothes or hairstyles; it is a way of thinking, a statement of who a person is and what a person wants to become. Through the years there have been many styles and many definitions of fashion. Therefore, fashion has become important on the job, in social settings and as an industry. What is fashionable and who dictates fashion is not always definite, but one thing is clear: American youth play an important role in establishing the style of the age. The 1920s was an era of upheaval in American society. Out of this era came the controversy of prohibition. As a result of prohibition and attempts to abolish it came the flamboyant flapper and her slick man. Women dressed in low-hipped dresses, which were outrageously short (above the knees). Their silk stockings were held up by garters and they draped long chains of pearls around their necks. Their do was the short bob and to go with the new hair style, it was considered chic to sport a cigarette dangling from the corner of a cupie-bow mouth. As with the flapper, her man was making a statement and his clothing reflected this state of mind. The gangster look came complete with zoot-suit, fedora hat and a carnation-pinned button hole. The gangster too sported a dangling cigarette which might or might not be complimented with a semi-obvious piece beneath his jacket. It was a turbulent time, a furious time. It was a scream, a gas. (continued on page 54) Fashion Short skirts again. During World War II, fabrics were rationed and patriotic efforts were made to save material. These war time students exemplify this effort in skirts that rise to the knee. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) A look back 20 years. Groovy clothes displayed by these four women exemplify a period of fashion when hip-huggers and bell- bottomed pants were in style. With their long hair Russell Price, Randi Ruch, Susan Carr and Pam Wilbourne announce the statement of the time: Let it be. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Captured Memories Fashions of the Century. . . A pillar in 20th century fashion was the era in which the parents of today ' s generation bopped ' till they dropped. Yes, of course, the 1950s. What was hot? Youth again was turning its fashionable head, this time to a new kind of music, rock-n- roll. As with the ' 20s, fashion was a means of making a statement, and the youth of the day meant to be heard. To go along with that hip new sound, that swell groove, a new type of fashion emerged. There were poodle skirts, bobby socks and piggy-tails. There were crewneck sweaters, blue jeans and greased back hair. Nothing was done half-heartedly and there was little moderation. Students were either a preppy or a hood, a Frankie Avalon or a James Dean. Despite the best efforts of those aging flappers and their men, the parents of the ' 50s youth, rock-n-roll was here to stay. Perhaps no other era in American history was the youth making quite so powerful a statement as during the 1960s. Peace was here and peace was fashion. The rocker was out and the flower child was in. Hip-huggers were groovy and so were bell-bottomed pants. There were mini skirts, dresses of velveteen and go-go boots. For the guys, fringed jackets and silk shirts with psychedelic designs. Love beads were far out and hair announced the statement of the time: Let it be. The 1970s brought disco and satin and sequins and led directly into the 1980s. The ' 80s saw the punk look arrive. The flower child returned with a slick new twist. The Salvation Army became the most popular clothing outlet and geometry found a new niche in hairstyles. The footwear of the ' 20s, the looseness of the ' 40s, the leather and denim of the ' 50s, the colors of the ' 60s and the dazzle of the ' 70s all combined to form the rad look of the ' 80s. The punk look was bitchen and Suit dressing doesn ' t have to be dull. Cynthia Alpan ' s geometric design sweater adds a new twist to dressing for success, minus the basic bow blouse. (Photo by Marjorie Van) A blast from the past. Considered to be the very definition of style, double-breasted blazers and short, straight dresses were the vogue of the late ' 60s. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) outrageous. But that look has come and gone. The late ' 80s are a time of transition in terms of fashion. Anything and everything is in. What will the ' 90s be like? It ' s hard to say, but one thing is for sure, the young people of today will be making the fashion statement of tomorrow. Shawn Conners Paige Werne Captured Memories Millions of girls dream about it and this year one Memphis State student saw it happen . . . Kelly e Cash, XViASlS i lllvi Jlv ' Ct Xi O • ■ : ; ..:. T, hanks to the charm and beauty of one ' military brat, ' Memphis State has been put on maps across the world. On Sept. 13, 1986, Kellye Cash was surrounded by security and police and hustled out of everyone ' s sight. No, she was not convicted of jaywalking or caught shoplifting at Budget Rent-a-Car. Her only crime was being named the most beautiful woman in the United States— being crowned Miss America! Kellye Michelle Cash, a junior communications major, began her trek to fame at Memphis State on the stage of one of the Student Activities Council ' s many fashion shows. She got her first taste for the pageantry life when she was an accompanist for a contestant in the Miss Memphis State pageant. Later, with the support of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, Kellye entered the Miss Memphis State contest, backed by the Pike Little Sisters. Although she was not crowned Miss Memphis State, she did go on to capture the title of Miss Milan Crown and Scepter. From Milan, she continued to capture the hearts of Tennesseans when she was named Miss Tennessee. Then began hundreds of hours of preparation for the big contest in Atlantic City— the Miss America pageant. While her family and Miss Tennessee pageant officials kept her busy getting ready for the national contest, her friends in Memphis were just as excited as Kellye at her big chance. Allison Haney, a close friend of Kellye ' s and a fellow Fashion Board member, said she and Kellye sat at Kellye ' s grandmother ' s kitchen table one night in sweat pants and sweat shirts and watched as one woman ' s dreams became a reality— she won the Miss America pageant. Allison said that she and Kellye sat and wondered how it would feel to win such an award. As Miss Tennessee, Kellye won a $9,000 scholarship. The Miss America title netted Cash another Beaming under Mayor Dick Hackett ' s warm words of praise, Kellye Cash graciously accepts the key to the city. The last Tennessean to win the Miss America Miss America - T ! $30,000 scholarship, in addition to the $6,000 from winning both the talent and swimsuit preliminaries. As Miss America, Kellye appears across the nation on television (she matched wits with David Letterman and Joan Rivers) and at parades, dinners and countless other appearances. One of Kellye ' s first stops after capturing the title was a homecoming at Memphis State, where she was welcomed by students, pageant was also a student from Memphis State. Barbara Walker-Hummel captured the title in 1947. (Photo by Devin Greaney) faculty and city officials. At the ceremonies, Kellye sashayed into the ballroom on the arm of President Carpenter, while the MSU Pep Band roared out the fight song. Kris Beasley, Miss Tennessee, also attended the ceremonies, along with Miss Alabama, Miss Mississippi and Miss Missouri. The Student Government Association, Interfaith Council, SAC Fashion Board and the Pikes were also there. In addition, all of Kellye ' s supporters presented her with tokens of their pride for her outstanding accomplishments. Kellye also received a key to the city from the Mayor and a sapphire tiger pendant from the Alumni Association. The last Tennessean to win the Miss America pageant was also a Memphis State student. Barbara Walker-Hummel captured the title of Miss America in 1947. Her husband, Dr. John Hummel, would deliver a baby girl on Feb. 3, 1964, to a young couple; that girl would be christened Kellye Michelle Cash. With television endorsements, interviews and the scholarship awards, Kellye will have earned over $100,000 before she has graduated from college. Kellye mentioned that she would like to finish school at Memphis State after a hectic year of jet-setting around the world, leading the glamorous life that most people only dream about. For Kellye, this dream has become a reality! Steve Norman Bestowed with the crown of the 1987 Miss America, Kellye Cash returns to Memphis State to speak to the students and faculty, as well as city and University officials, during a reception held in her honor. (Photo by Devin Greaney) No more wondering for Kellye. Prior to winning the title, Allison Haney, a close friend of Kellye ' s, said she and Kellye watched one night as one lucky woman was crowned Miss America, and they speculated as to how it would it feel to be in her place. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Captured Memories MSU has a 40-year-old history of beauty contest winners with its strong tradition of Southern Belles Possibly the best shock of all comes when Linda Thompson learns that she was selected as Miss Memphis State. Later to date Elvis and marry Bruce Jenner, Linda Thompson carried behind her a string of beauty competition victories. (Photo by Photo Services) Beginning a tradition. Barbara Jo Walker is welcomed home to Memphis State in 1947 at a reception held in her honor. President Jack Smith proudly boasts of her I n 1970, Linda Thompson, representing the sorority of Alpha Delta Pi, won the title of DeSoto Beauty Revue Queen. In the talent competition, she imitated a little girl whose mother had entered her in a beauty contest and this brought her the first place trophy for talent. Her evening gown was flowing aqua chiffon and trimmed with rhinestones and tiny crystal teardrops. Linda Thompson had a string of beauty competition wins before receiving the title of DeSoto Beauty Revue Queen, including being crowned the AFROTC Queen. She later went on to become Miss Memphis State. In addition, Linda Thompson dated Elvis Presley and eventually married athlete Bruce Jenner. To know two Miss Americas. John Vernon Hummel admires a picture of the 1 947 Miss America, whom he would eventually marry. He would also deliver the reigning Miss America, Kellye Cash. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Southern Belles achievement, the first woman from the South to ever be crowned Miss America. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) A n incident in 1947 put the name of Memphis State on the lips of the entire country. When Miss Barbara Jo Walker, a student at Memphis State College, was selected as Miss America of 1947, the college received nation-wide publicity. In dedicating the 1948 issue to Miss Walker, the editor of the DeSoto said: Who through her wholesome ideals had brought national acclaim to Memphis State because of outstanding qualities of true womanhood, and who side-stepped all stage and screen offers to return to MSC and graduate with her class of 1948. Of the first Southern girl to acquire this title, we are exceedingly proud. Shawn Conners Talking for the media. Memphis state coed Barbara Jo Walker gives an interview to ABC radio. Radio interviews are only a small portion of the responsibilties of Miss America. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Donning her crown and a formal evening gown befitting to her title of Miss America, Barbara Jo Walker, class of 1948, prepares to take her throne. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Captured Memories Becoming Miss Tennessee requires talent, poise and confidence. These skills are essential not only to the reigning Miss Tennessee but also to her predecessor. Kris Beasley is working on a bachelor ' s degree in biology. In addition to her studies, Kris also has to perform the duties of Miss Tennessee. These duties keep her constanty on the move. (Photo courtesy of Kris Beasley and Photo Services) Consorting with the best. Kris Beasley travels weekly. She sings, makes speeches and gives radio and television interviews. A reception with President Carpenter and his wife, Oneida, however, is close to home and always a pleasure, according to Kris. (Photo courtesy of Kris Beasley and Photo Services). Miss Tennessee Whether it ' s studying, traveling or making an appearance, it ' s always a full day for... Kris Beasley, Miss Tennessee X he fulfillment of one woman ' s dream led to the realization of another ' s. When Kellye Cash became Miss Tennessee in June of 1986, her first runner-up was Kris Beasley. Then on that historical September evening when Kellye was crowned Miss America, Kris Beasley officially became Miss Tennessee. Kris, the daughter of Ted and Doris Beasley, is taking pre- medicine courses with a major in biology at Memphis State. She won her first pageant at the age of 16 when she was crowned Miss Millington. According to Kris, there are four steps in preparing for the honor of being Miss Tennessee. The first step involves the development of communication skills, talent, poise and personal appearance. The second step is to win a preliminary Miss Tennessee Pageant, such as Miss Memphis State. Then a contestant has an opportunity for further development and improvement. The final step is to compete with the other Miss Tennessee preliminary winners. Being Miss Tennessee, while a sometimes glamorous job, is not all fun and games. Kris travels constantly, making several appearances each week. She goes to grand openings, other pageants, shopping centers, benefits and other events such as boat and auto shows. When she is asked to make an appearance, Kris ' s agenda might include singing, making a speech, signing autographs and then giving a radio or television interview. She also makes countless public service announcements. Looking past her year as Miss Tennessee, Kris hopes to become a pediatrician so that she can make a worthwhile contribution to society. She says that she would like to eventually marry and raise a family. After graduating from MSU, Kris plans to go on to the University of Tennessee to complete her medical degree. My year as Miss Tennessee has meant a great deal to me, Kris said. It has been a year full of learning, growing and tremendous opportunities. While becoming Miss Tennessee was a great honor for her, and quite a personal achievement, Kris is quick to point out that she could not have managed alone. There are many people to whom I owe a great deal, she admits. My thanks to the people of MSU for their love and support, my parents for being ' the wind beneath my wings ' and the God in whom I put my trust. Shawn Conners G-R-R-E-A-T is how Pouncer must feel being hugged by two of the most beautiful women in the country, Kellye Cash and Kris Beasley. The reception for Kellye Cash was just one of the many functions Kris was expected to attend this year as Miss Tennessee. (Photo courtesy of Kris Beasley and Photo Services) Captured Memories Music in her feet and a song in her heart. On Saturday, Feb. 28, a 19-year-old sophomore, Tasha Thomas, sang and danced before a panel of judges at the Miss Memphis State Pageant. Her versatility won her the 1987 Miss Memphis State title. (Photo by Photo Services) Brought to you by...Miss Memphis State, Tasha Thomas and her alternates were all smiles, following the 1987 Miss Memphis State Pageant. Thomas, (center) was sponsored by Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. First alternate, Stefanie Ashcraft, (left) was sponsored by Alpha Gamma Delta and the second alternate, Mary Ann Mauth, was sponsored by Pi Kappa Alpha also. (Photo by Photo Services) Miss Memphis State For Tasha Thomas, the first step was easy. As the 1987 Miss MSU, she is automatically entered in the Miss America Pageant. The next step includes some Hints for Success o n Saturday night, Feb. 28, Marty Slayton stepped down as Miss Memphis State and crowned Tasha Thomas as the 1987 titleholder. Tasha is a 19-year-old sophomore majoring in communications. She was sponsored in the pageant by the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. Pageant week began with a Continuing a tradition. A white swimsuit was a winner for Tasha Thomas, the 1987 Miss Memphis State. Thomas was this year ' s winner in a pageant which dates back to World War II and whose first winner was crowned by Bing Crosby. (Photo by Photo Services) fashion show, sponsored by the Student Activities Council. After the show, a reception was held for MSU students, administrators and the contestants . Rehearsals were rigorous, as the contestants were coached by 1986 Miss Memphis State, Marty Slayton, and lectured to by pageant officials on the rules of the competition. The Miss Memphis State pageant has a varied history. It began during World War II, when servicemen selected 12 women as the most beautiful on campus. Bing Crosby appeared to chose the finalists for this competition in 1945. After WWII, the pageant was named the DeSoto Beauty Revue and was sponsored by the DeSoto. In 1970, University Programs, which later became the Student Activities Council, began sponsoring the pageant and it is now called the Miss Memphis State pageant. The Miss Memphis State pageant is an official preliminary to the Miss Tennessee pageant, the winner of which will then go on to the final competition in the Miss America pageant. So in June, Tasha Thomas will go to Jackson, Tenn., to compete with the other winners of Miss Tennessee preliminary pageants. After the Miss Memphis State pageant, the judges held a private critique session with Thomas to give her assistance in preparing for the Miss Tennessee pageant. She was given helpful hints such as: to read the newspaper daily and to be familiar with national and current events. In the talent competition of the Miss Memphis State pageant, Thomas chose to sing and dance simultaneously. The judges also suggested that either singing or dancing, but not both, would be better. Her evening gown was royal blue with sequins, which the judges liked. They also approved of her white swimsuit. Tasha Thomas is following in the footsteps of such past notable Miss Memphis States as Linda Thompson, recording artist and regular on Hee- Haw, and, of course, last year ' s Miss Memphis State, Marty Slayton. Shawn Conners Blue, the color of a winner. In royal blue sequins and ruffles, Tasha Thomas captured the attention of the judges, who oted her the 1987 Miss Memphis State. (Photo by Photo Services) Captured Memories The fever runs high as each candidate explains why he is the best and as party affiliations are made. They all want the student voters to decide if he or she is -LVJ. emphis State students had a choice between two parties and some independents in the Student Government Association election The Best Man (Woman) for the Job this year. One party was called OPUS, the Official Party of Unified Students. Jeff Etheridge ran for president with Randy Auxier running for vice president and Phillip Smith for speaker of the senate. OPUS also ran numerous candidates for senators. The OPUS platform included a desire to get Memphis and Memphis State University to work together on issues which affect both the university and the city. It also included plans to get MSU involved in off-campus Memphis politics. The second party in the election was called Pulse. In their own words, Pulse was Bound together to revive the SGA. Jay Bailey was the presidential Putting in their votes. This year ' s election brought out a record number of student voters to the polls, including Paul Denu and Greg Nixon, who voted in the Tiger Den for the candidates of their choice. (Photo by Devin Greaney) SGA Elections candidate, Maura Black, the vice presidential candidate and Michael La Haie, the candidate for speaker. Pulse party members told students that they intended to improve security on campus and to open the SGA more to the student body. In addition to the two parties, John Tilmon ran independently for president. He hoped to open a special office to inform students about unknown scholarship sources that are available. Dennis Schenkel ran for the senate on his own ticket: No SGA. The first day of elections, Thursday, Mar. 26, was sunny and students saw the candidates campaigning throughout campus. There were two booths in the University Center, one booth in the engineering building, one in the west side of the Tiger Den and one on the first floor of Patterson Hall. When the polls closed on Thursday, a little over 400 students had voted. On Friday, Mar. 27, the weather was again sunny and the candidates were still campaigning. The polls closed at 1 p.m., and by this time, more than 900 students had voted, which was a record number of voters for recent SGA elections but still not enough to be a representative number of Memphis State students. More students voted in this year ' s Homecoming elections than cast their ballots for the new student government. When the votes were tabulated, the OPUS party recognized defeat. Only three of its candidates knew the taste of victory. No SGA candidate, Dennis Schenkel, was elected to the senate. The real celebration, however, was in the Pulse camp. In a landslide victory, every member of the party was elected to office. Pulse received 75.3% of the total votes, a feat that has never before been accomplished by any political party in the school ' s history. Some say the victory was achieved by a campaign gimmick employed by the Pulse party. Who knows? But at least, with the Pulse party ' s promise, there ' ll be one more parking space on campus. The Daily Helmsman A landslide victory brought smiles to David Upton, campaign manager, Maura Black, vice presidential candidate, Michael La Haie, the candidate for speaker, and Jay Bailey, presidential candidate. Running on the Pulse ticket, they swept up 75.3% of the total votes. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Captured Memories To meet the increasing demands for enrollment and to improve the quality of the student body, Memphis State University is searching for... Changing Faces i n the last several years, Memphis State University has revised its recruiting policies. These changes have been brought about because fewer students have been graduating from high school in the last four years than were in the past. One reason for this is that 1982 marked the end of the influx of baby boomers into colleges and universities. According to studies, universities can continue to expect diminishing enrollment for several more years. In the meantime, Memphis State University is faced with the challenge of recruiting more students, without having to sacrifice quality, to make up for the declining number of high school graduates. The University, therefore, has had four major recruiting objectives, according to Dr. John Eubank, dean of admissions and records. These four objectives are increasing the size of the freshman class, increasing the number of black students entering college, increasing the number of freshmen who come from outside Shelby County and finally, to recruit more high-ability students. High-ability students are classified as those students who score 26 or above on the ACT. According to Dr. Eubank, the size of the freshman class increased by about 8% from 1985 to 1986. This was done without sacrificing the quality of incoming freshmen, as the average ACT of the freshman class f%0 6™4 325 ' 85 425 ' 86 Increase in freshman enrollment 1 9.6% ' 86 17.7% ' 85 Increase in black student enrollment Student Enrollment rose from 20.49 in 1985 to 20.52 in 1986. The increases in the ACT scores are due, in part, to the rise in the number of high-ability students who are attending Memphis State. 12.1% more high-ability freshmen were recruited in 1986 than in the previous year and 15% of the freshmen class of 1986 had a composite ACT score of 26 or better. The University ' s second objective, that of increasing the number of black freshmen, was also successful. In 1985, black students comprised 17.7% of all freshmen and in 1986 this rose to 19.6%. Also, the average ACT score of black freshmen increased from 16.53 in 1985 to 17.65 in 1986. Dr. Eubank claims that this increase is remarkable. The University ' s last objective, that of recruiting students from outside Shelby County, resulted in an increase from 539 students in 1985 to 640 in 1986. Other than in Tennessee, the states contributing the largest number of freshmen in 1986 to Memphis State University were Arkansas, Mississippi and Florida. An interesting note is that there are no freshmen representing the following states: Idaho, Iowa, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina and Vermont. In future years, it is probable to see these states also represented in the student body of Memphis State. Shawn Conners . 1% Students with 26 or more on ACT Increase in high-ability students Captured Memories It took courage and determination to fight the 47-year-old tradition of a school, as well as hundreds of years of beliefs, to Bring Down the Color Wall at MSU An 1959, Memphis State, like most other state universities in the South, was populated by white students. And during that time, color lines, like battle lines, were dangerous to cross. But, after much resistance from the State Board of Education and the administration of Memphis State University, eight black students from local black high schools crossed that line and became the first black students at Memphis State. The Memphis State Eight, as they were so dubbed by Memphis Magazine in its September, 1983 issue, were the result of a five-year struggle to bring down the color barrier at MSU. On June 7, 1954, five black students were refused registration at what was then Memphis State College by Registrar R.P. Clark. According to the Tri-State Defender, Memphis ' s black weekly newspaper, Clark was following the instructions of Memphis State President J. Millard Smith, who said he had instructed the registrar not to accept applications from Negroes. . . until the Supreme Court decides when and how its decision (banning segregation in public schools) is to be carried out. Those five, backed by the Memphis chapter of the NAACP took their case to the State Board of Education, who ruled that their admission would violate the Tennessee constitution which stated that no public school shall allow First black to graduate. In 1962, Luther McClellan became the first black to earn a degree from Memphis State. McClellan was one of the eight blacks to integrate the University, four of whom would earn degrees. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Integration white and Negro children to be received as scholars together in the same school. The NAACP continued to fight and in 1955, a federal judge ruled that Tennessee ' s segregation laws were unconstitutional, but that the State Board of Education ' s plan to gradually integrate blacks into white colleges was legal. That decision was appealed and the NAACP continued its court battle against Memphis State and the State Board of Education. The decision made by the 1955 federal court was also overruled and in 1957, Memphis State, which had just gained university status that same year, was ordered to integrate. By 1958, four years after the initial five attempted to enter Memphis State, eight black students passed the school ' s recently instituted entrance exam allowing them admission to Memphis State. However, Smith was able to obtain a one year delay from the state Board of Education before integrating the school. Finally, on Sept. 17, 1959, John Simpson, Ralph Prater, Luther McClellan, Sammie Burnett, Marvis Jones, Bertha Rogers, Eleanor Gandy and Rosie Blakney became the first black students to attend classes at Memphis State. And according to Memphis Magazine, those students, class presidents and honor students, were hand picked by the NAACP. Memphis State, unlike other southern schools, integrated without violence. It was reported that about 15 cars were driven out to the campus, some bearing Confederate flags. Otherwise, the day was quiet. Nevertheless, those first black students were given conditions for conduct while on campus, much of which was for their own safety. They were not allowed to take physical education classes, ROTC classes, use the cafeteria or attend football or basketball games. They were given a separate lounge for class breaks and their classes were all scheduled during the mornings (continued on page 70) Arrested following a sit-in. On April 23, 1969, 109 students were arrested following a sit-in in President Cecil C. Humphreys office. Among those arrested was Maybelline Forbes, who would become the first black Homecoming Queen at Memphis State. (Photo by Photo Services) Captured Memories New to campus. In the fall of 1959, eight students became the first blacks to enter Memphis State University. They were John Simpson, Ralph Prater, Luther C. McClellan, LaVerne Kneeland, Bertha Rogers, Eleanor Gandy, Rose Blakney and Sammie Burnett. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Color Wall . . and they had to be off campus by noon. Also, while on campus, each student was accompanied by a plain clothes police officer to ensure his safety. Of the eight, only four stayed at Memphis State long enough to obtain a degree, including Luther McClellan, who became the first black student at Memphis State to earn a degree. Thousands of black students have since followed in the footsteps of those first eight students. And as the numbers increased, so did the problems. David Acey, who currently heads the black studies sequence in the College of Theatre and Com- munication Arts, entered the University in 1964. He said that during that time the atmosphere at MSU was anything but peaceful for black students. The University was hostile, Acey said. There were no black secretaries, no black people in the bookstore, no blacks in the library no blacks on the basketball team or football team. We were in Memphis State, but not of it, he said. It was because of those barriers and segregation that the Black Student Association was formed, he added. We organized the BSA so we could be included and to protect our interest as African-American students, Acey said. Acey, who earned bachelor of science degrees in sociology and psychology and a master ' s degree in rhetoric and public address at Memphis State, said that through the efforts of the BSA, blacks were hired in the library, the bookstore and office space and a budget was obtained from the administration to keep the organization moving. However, the late ' 60s were a time of unrest and Memphis State was no exception. On April 23, 1969, more than 350 Integration people attended a rally held by the BSA to discuss the demands that representatives from the association planned to present to President Cecil C. Humphreys. Their demands included $1,750 from the speaker ' s fund to finance a speech by Adam Clayton Powell, a New York congressman from Harlem, the hiring of a black dean, more black instructors, the recruitment of more black athletes and administrative action against instructors who the BSA felt were prejudiced against blacks. Following the noon rally, about 200 students besieged Humphreys ' office to present their demands. What followed was a stand-off between Humphreys and the students and resulted in the arrest of 109 black students who were charged with trespassing on state property. According to The Tiger Rag, the campus newspaper, at about 2 p.m., a black sheriffs patrol bus arrived with a Memphis city bus to carry the students away. Among those arrested was Maybelline Forbes, who would later be crowned the first black Homecoming Queen in Memphis State history. That next year, the 1971 DeSoto neglected to do a story on her or any stories or pictures on the 1970 Homecoming celebrations. Since the ' 60s, there have been many strides made ' in efforts to make MSU an integrated university and of the more than 20,000 students enrolled here, more than one fourth or more than 4,000 of them are minorities. However, figures from the Tennessee Higher Education Commission for 1985 show that only 28 of the 734 faculty members are minorities and only five of the 114 administrators are minorities. Authur Holmon, associate dean of minority affairs, said those figures have increased over the years, but compared to the percentage of minority students enrolled at MSU, the figures do not even come close to each other. In efforts to acquire more black administrative and faculty members at universities and colleges, the Tennessee State Board of Regents has recently instituted a new program. The grow your own program asks university faculty and administrators to recommend minorities who are either seniors or graduate students as candidates for graduate or doctoral work, who can apply for State Board of Regents grant money and eventually move into faculty and administrative positions after completing post- graduate work. Even with the lack of black faculty members and administrators, race relations at the University have improved. There are blacks serving on the Student Government Association, on the Student Ambassador Board, on both the DeSoto and The Daily Helmsman staffs and in most major student organizations. Only the Greek system remains segregated. Although the segregation is by choice, not by force. It took blacks 47 years to become students at Memphis State and since then, much work has been done to ease racial tension and make the University one where blacks and whites can have equally rewarding experiences, but there is still a lot to be done. Linda Moore (Contributing reporters: William G. Nixon, Joe Gannon and Darrin De vault) Told to leave campus. On June 7, 1954, five blacks were refused registration at Memphis State College. Accompanied by Rev. Van J. Malone, they leave the Administration Building. The Memphis chapter of the NAACP filed suit on behalf of the five against the school and the State Board of Education. (Photo from the 777- State Defender) Captured Memories The need to gather and share information was the driving force behind the oldest student publication on campus, The Daily Helmsman E I very Tuesday through Friday, students at Memphis State can pick up their campus newspaper and read about what happened the day before, and what is expected to happen that day and the next. However, it took more than 70 years for the publication now known as The Daily Helmsman to evolve. The first student publication at West Tennessee State Normal School was The Columns which appeared in magazine form in January, 1914. Its name was taken from the columns that stood at the front of the Administration Build- ing. It was an independent publication, produced by the students and funded through advertisements and sub- scriptions. News in the first issue included a story about the presentation of a portrait of Elizabeth Mynders to the residents of Mynders Hall by Mrs. Seymour A. Mynders, mother of the deceased woman for whom the dorm was named. It also noted the first performance of the Normal School Chorus. During the years 1918 and 1919, the yearbook, the DeSoto, was not published due to a shortage of materials. To take up the slack in dispensing student news, enlarged volumes of the Columns were published. In the 1920s, the Columns changed its magazine format and became a weekly newspaper. In 1931 a new publication appeared on campus, The Tiger Rag , edited by the Journalism Club. Finally, on Feb. 17, 1933, a ballot ran on the front page of The Tiger Rag which read I, as a paid reader of the Teachers ' College newspaper want the name to be: The Tiger Rag The Columns And The Rag won. The Tiger Rag continued publication until World War II. During that war, however, a shortage of newsprint caused the paper to stop publication. The DeSoto staff came to the rescue writing campus news and posting the news on a main bulletin board until publication could be resumed. The next big change happened in 1972. After more than 40 years as The Tiger Rag, the staff in 1971 felt the name did not reflect the changes which had occurred. With the approval of the Publication Com- mittee, The Tiger Rag was no more; The Helmsman was born. THETL Vol. XXV— No. 11 The Tiger R g. Memphii Memphis State Be The Columns was first published in January,1914, as a magazine for and by the students at West Tennessee State Normal School. During World War II, The Tiger Rag, as the publication was called by that time, was posted daily on a bulletin board. Paper shortage due to the War did not allow individual printings of the paper. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) History of the Helmsman HELMSMAN wi . r I  (..-. ■ „ Kdilu-n (It 1 ..■ I u .r K... Tiger Rag Is Pul To Rest: Tlw Helmsman Is Hani Finally, in 1981, the bi-weekly Helmsman began its Tuesday through Friday publication and became The Daily Helmsman. Linda Moore ERRAG flity, Memphis, Friday, January 5, 1962 is Second 50 Years On April 14, 1972, this cartoon appeared on the front page of The Tiger Rag, announcing that The Rag was no more. The Publication Committee had approved a name change: The Helmsman. (Photo from Helmsman file) It took more than 70 years of hard work and dedication through wars, depressions and unrest for the publication from a small normal school in West Tennessee to become The Daily Helmsman, which prints 9,000 copies every Tuesday through Friday for its more than 20,000 student population. (Photo from Helmsman file) Captured Memories Creeping through underground caverns, fighting off weird monsters and letting imagination take over is what it ' s all about, Dungeons and Dragons E. Ivery Sunday evening at 6:30 in room 228 of Robison Hall, an adventure begins. The place is called Wes ' World; the time is sometime in the medieval period and the particpants are a holy man, a gnome, a dwarf, an elf, a warrior and, of course, the Dungeon Master: the god of this world, the man who makes all the decisions. What is this all about? It ' s about a role-playing game which takes its players to many strange lands and through many strange adventures. Dungeons and Dragons (D D) first became popular in the early ' 80s, and, while it has become less of a fad now, it still enjoys continued popularity, especially at MSU. The group just described is only one of many which gathers at least once a week to play. The game begins with a Dungeon Master who introduces the storyline. Next, there are the players, usually about five, who get together and decide on such things as physical characteristics, personality, charisma points, experience points and equipment. All these things are determined by the roll of a 6-, 8- or 20-sided die. Once the game plan is set-up, the adventure begins. Usually, the characters who have been created meet in a mythical tavern. From there, the players decide where they ' ll go and what exactly they ' ll do, but neither they, nor their Dungeon Master has absolute control over what happens. The players actually decide on what they ' ll attempt and their success depends on the roll of the dice. For example, in a war, if one player goes into battle and decides to shoot an enemy with a bow and arrow, the roll of a 20-sided die decides whether or not the character kills, wounds or misses his target. Games can literally go on forever, depending on how the story line goes and whether or not the Dungeon Master decides to end the adventure. If it doesn ' t end, over a period of time, the game can move on to higher levels, depending on the player ' s experience points. Experience points are earned through battle. After a player has successfully conquered any of a variety of strange and weird monsters, he or she will earn experience points. However, experience points are hard to come by and it takes quite a while to earn enough to move on to a higher level of play. With a lot of devoted playing, eventually players will move on. One such group of players meets every Saturday night at Karen Walsh ' s house on Carnes Street. Bob Huddleston is the Dungeon Master and their game has been going on for almost a year. The players in this group include Kat Austeen, Wes Yahola (directly from Wes ' World), Gregory Jordan, Karen Walsh and Cheryl Bellerjeau. John Turner also leads a group of Dungeons and Dragons enthusiasts. His group holds up to 30 members and meets on Sunday nights. In this group, it is not just one game that is played, but several. The games range from beginning level, for new or inexperienced players, to games of the 15th level, for those seasoned adventurers. John Turner claims that his group has been playing off and on for almost ten years. After a game has been played for several months or years, players may take their characters out of one game and into another. It is in this way that Dungeons and Dragons is perpetuated. Every time a new game starts, a character is created which, theoretically, could live forever, even if it is only in the imaginations of the players. Nichelle Ritter Dungeons and Dragons Escape through imagination. Dungeons and dragons provides students a chance to live out their fantasies in a setting of magic and illusion. In the world of D D, regular people can becomee masters of their destiny with a roll of the die. (Illustration by Karen Walsh) Captured Memories Put a little muscle into it. Camile Chandler stands back and observes as Troy Benitone fixes her tire. She pays close attention because who knows when she ' ll have to do this herself. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Car Problems Some students don ' t have a car. Others do but it won ' t start, won ' t stop, needs major repairs or maybe just doesn ' t like them. Whatever the problem, students always seem to be fighting The Automo-battle i s there truly any good way to get from point A to point B? One of the myriad problems college students face is the constant hassle of transportation. The automo-battle, as one student calls it, can be fought even by students who don ' t have cars. Nichelle Ritter, a freshman, only turned 18 this year and hasn ' t been able to purchase a car yet. It really is a problem, she admits. If I want to go anywhere off campus, I have to find someone willing to drive me. Nichelle lives in Richardson Towers and has to walk quite a long way to some classes, even in the rain. She claims, If I had a car, I could at least drive when it ' s raining or cold. Some students do have cars, but also have parents who won ' t let them bring cars to school because the parents feel it isn ' t safe. Jessica Dodd, also a freshman, was given a Volvo for her graduation. I can ' t bring my car to school, she says. I can only drive when I ' m home on the weekend or break. Having a car is not always a solution, however. There is always the major catastrophe of car trouble. It is the worst feeling, Kevin Henson, a sophomore, claims, to go out to your car in the morning, try to start it, and watch it just sit there and do nothing. Sometimes, when a car won ' t start, all it needs is a jump. Even on a warm day, there are always 3 or 4 cars with their hoods up, connected by battery cables in the parking lot adjacent to Robison and Browning Halls. Even Security is aware of the constant battle between students and their sometimes uncooperative cars. Security has several sets of battery cables that can be checked out for 30- minute intervals. If it ' s just the battery that is preventing a student ' s car from starting, it ' s not too bad, but sometimes the problem is more serious. It could be that the car needs a new starter or a new carburetor, both of which can cost a student quite a bit. The worst possible news a student can receive about his or her car is the dreaded, It needs a new transmission. That is the stuff of which nightmares are made. If a transmission goes on an old car, it usually is either beyond the student ' s financial means to get it fixed or just plain not worth it, since something is sure to follow the transmission on the road to destruction. Car troubles, however, are not always catastrophic. Sometimes it is just the little things that can be annoying. Something always seems to be needing fixing or replacing. I have a valve loose, Karen Walsh, a sophomore, admits. I ' ve been meaning to get it fixed, but I never seem to have the extra money. In some rare cases, some extremely fortunate students never experience the automo-battle. Cindy Hill, a senior claims I never have car trouble, thank God. My car always runs beautifully. But that ' s because it ' s a Toyota. So when students finally do get their cars working — if they do — there is also the matter of getting gas. After forking out their last bucks on the new brake or muffler system, there probably isn ' t much left over to buy that ever-vani shing fluid. John, an attendant at the Exxon station on the corner of Highland and Poplar said, When I see people get 54 or 78 cents or $1.13 in gas, I always check to see if they have an MSU sticker. A student now has a car, in some semblance of working order, with a little gas in it. It ' s out for a night on the town. But little does this student know, his troubles aren ' t over yet. When he gets back on campus, he still has to find a parking space. Maybe he should have quit while he was ahead. Shawn Conners Damsel in distress. After recruiting two helpers, Camile can ' t bear to watch as Troy Benitone and Susie Fister, an accounting professor, debate over the best way to fix a flat. (Photo by Devin Sreaney) Captured Memories Like a Band-Aid® covering the sore, parking garages may not be the only solution as students find out in The Parking Forum i t ' s about time to solve the parking problem and students are making an effort in that direction. Ken Harris, president of the Student Government Association, along with other members of SGA such as secretary of campus affairs, Maura Black, organized a parking forum on Oct. 2 to tackle the issue which seems to be so persistently bothering both students and faculty. A 1985 graduate who lives on Patterson, George Borg, has noticed that not only is the parking situation a major problem, but also that it seems to have gotten worse in the last two years. An article in the 1966 edition of the DeSoto reports that students were declaring that Parking at MSU continues to be a headache. It is obvious then that the parking problem is an issue for which a solution is long overdue. Spearheading the effort, the SGA gathered a panel of speakers to provide information and address students ' questions. The parking forum was implemented to give students an opportunity to brainstorm and verbalize their complaints on the present parking situation. This year some interim measures were taken in attempt to relieve the parking headache until a viable solution can be found. Only one parking sticker per ID was issued this fall and thus reducing the number of cars on campus. Though this policy has its shortcomings, such as being an inconvenience to students and faculty who use more than one car, one panel member in the forum said, this policy seems to be the quickest and most efficient way to temporarily reduce the problem. To get the proper perspective on the parking situation, it i s helpful to look at the exact ratio of cars to spaces. There is an 8,590 space demand and only 6,870 spaces available, which means there is a deficiency of 1,720 parking spaces. To compound the problem, the majority of students and faculty attend school between the hours of 8 a.m. and noon. Several suggestions were raised at the forum, including the building of one or more garages. However, this solution requires funds which the State Board of Regents is not willing to provide, although they have approved the plan. Thus to obtain these garages, money needs to be raised. President Carpenter seemed to favor the suggestion that 10% of money collected for parking fines be appropriated to the building fund rather than going into the general fund, as is presently the case. Another suggestion given was to raise the price of parking decals, and while this has its obvious disadvantages, one panel member raised the question, Do you want a $5 hunting license to hunt for a parking space or do you want a parking space? In view of the severity of the problem and immediacy of the need for it to be solved, the building of parking garages seems to be the best solution, although even this will not solve the entire problem. President Carpenter reminded the forum that We need to generate 2,000 spaces. Though no specific action was taken, the parking forum at least gave students a chance to voice their thoughts and the administration an incentive to seriously concentrate on dispelling MSU ' s biggest headache. However, We have to take care, Dr. Dewaine Rice of Residence Life cautions, so that we don ' t wake up one morning with a campus full of band-aids and still have parking problems. Daphne Lubkowitz TIME OF DAY PARKING NEED REDISTRIBUTED TIME OF DAY PARKING NEED lOOOO 8000 6000 _ 4000 _ 2000 _ 10000 EXISTING INVENTORY = 7890 | STUDENT NEED Q OTHER NEED 1 1 NEED 7AM8 9 10 11 12 PM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 TIME OF DAT 8000 _ 6000 _ 4000 2000 _ EXISTING INVENTORY = 7890 | STUDENT NEED Q OTHER NEED £L nl i NEED 7 AM 8 9 10 11 12 PM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 TIME OP DAT Parking Headaches WHITE (GRADUATE SENIOR) 932 SPACES- 11.8% BLUE (FACULTY STAFF) 1303 SPACES - 16.5% OFF CAMPUS STREETS 723 SPACES - 9.2% GREEN (RESIDENT) 559 SPACES -7.1% HANDICAPPED 73 SPACES - 0.9% VISITOR 73 SPACES -0.9% BROWN (UNDERGRADUATE) 4227 SPACES - 53.6% A full house. Security officer, Robert Bellamy, sets a record: 68 tickets in two hours. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Captured Memories Weather ie it a raincoat or a rowboat, there is only one vay to get to class and that means Braving the Elements B ehavior becomes bizarre when it begins to rain on campus. Getting from building to building can be a harrowing experience, so students have learned certain survival techniques to help them cope. One of these is that miracle of modern science, the umbrella. Umbrellas come in a variety of lengths and colors and although they keep students dry, they do have certain disadvantages. The main problem with umbrellas is that they are never around when they are needed. If a student does find his umbrella on a rainy day, there is also that elusive mystery of how to open it. He must make sure that he is outside, for that is another umbrella rule: opening umbrellas indoors is taboo. Once outside, he must check to see that no one else is in front of him, lest he be considered over-friendly. Also common law dictates that umbrellas must never be used as weapons! This is an unwritten law by which everyone must abide. The most important umbrella rule, however, is: check the weather. Never open an umbrella in high winds, unless flying to biology is desired. Observance of these simple umbrella customs will insure a long and fruitful, as well as dry, relationship between the owner and his or her umbrella. There are other problems when it ' s raining for students who wear glasses. These wretched souls must dread rainy days more than the apocalypse. Their world becomes an underwater nightmare, where creatures in plastic pseudo-scuba gear loom up at them through a watery gloom. All students are faced with the menace of those infamous rainy-day ruffians, the Puddle Jumpers. Puddle Jumpers may occur in one of two varieties and cannot be distinguished from the general population until after the deed is done. First there is the Happy Splasher, who usually wears various forms of plastic attire and jumps into puddles for the sheer aesthetic pleasure of it. Happy Splashers are careful to observe proper decorum, such as checking to see that no one is around, before indulging in this childish pleasure. The second variety, the Sadistic Splasher, however, is not so thoughtful. A Sadistic Splasher is extremely hazardous to unobservant students. If a student is unfortunate enough to be targeted by a Sadistic Splasher, there can be only one possible outcome: a complete drenching! However, nothing is worse than a mysterious encounter with Those Who Enjoy Rain. These rare creatures can be seen smiling, laughing and even singing while misery pours from the sky. A sighting of one of these enigmatic creatures is almost enough to turn anyone into a Sadistic Splasher, so try to avoid them. Whichever method is attempted to stay dry, somehow it never quite works that way. The best advice, then, seems to be to just stay home and sleep. Shawn Conners Captured Memories The semester is dragging, studying is a drudge and tests are piling up. Just when you think you can ' t take it anymore, it ' s time for Spring Break! J-n school emphasis is placed on reading textbooks, learning what ' s in textbooks and being tested over what you learn. While the professors all seem to agree that this is all that should be on the students ' minds, they should accept the fact that from the beginning of spring semester the students are eagerly looking forward to that wonderful week called spring break. Spring break is a time to lie back and relax, to forget that statistics book that was accidentally left at home and to have enough fun to last until summer and the next break. Usually when students think of Spring Break spring break, they think about Florida. The Sunshine State seems to be the most popular vacation spot, whether choosing to go to Destin, Pensacola, Panama City, Orlando, Miami or Daytona Beach. Although the sun and sand are many students ' destination, that does not attract everyone. When asked where they go for spring break, some Memphis State students gave the following answers: home, to the NCAA if MSU is playing, Aspen, California, New York City and nowhere. There is no limit to the fun that can be had when students are allowed a respite from their studies; consequently, most people immediately let their hair down when spring break begins. Most students favor partying while they are enjoying the vacation. Others tend to just relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of home life. Whatever choice they make doesn ' t really matter, it is the time away from school that counts. Spring break has become a big business for resort areas, especially Florida. During March and April, thousands of students flock to the coast just to spend their breaks. What really occurs is they spend their money. Although Memphis State students are only a small percentage of the tourists, they still spend quite a bit of money for the entertainment they get during break. One student said that the first thing he does on spring break is check into lodging and spend money. Another said that she goes out dancing, sightseeing and shopping. Going to bars every night and eating until oblivion are other students ' pastimes. These spring break habits can obviously get expensive. On the average, a student who does travel during spring break spends $340 (ranging from $200 to $500). That ' s not small change considering that a whole semester ' s tuition is just over $600. Spring break vacation spots are not hard to find. It is possible to not go anywhere and still have fun, but the majority of students do prefer to leave Memphis for more sunny shores. To them, spring break is not just another week, but rather What a party! Sherri Fisher Captured Memories Study hall. What today ' s students refer to as Old Brister was the academic hub for most of MSU ' s early students. There was no tower of books to pour over and bored students could peer out the windows for a welcome break from final crams. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) 1_ ™ j 0 ' 1 0j m aE GREETING %8? ,v- Y v , n f r.tr - J y ,r ,7? , ' r tJ u rwf - ' ' £ ' Sn UfstimoiijilBlifrrof ,,,,, Ar «« £■ i ,mi „ , ' «., yMr  m -%mtM r.«r «n tirM ' t if i. t rmn ' If i tt f .Htpi ir ' Wi .lfttM ' Ma sii uy. Cc TlsCA .., ._ iW i-fo . . g L SP ■■■ ■ ■ he walls of the auditorium I in the Administration - Building could probably recount endless tales of the people who had walked through there, and of its witness to the various commencement exercises, recitals and plays that took place there. Although closed off and abandoned now, the auditorium once must have rang with the footsteps of the presidents who helped shape this university. Passing through a parade of successors, from the first president, Seymour A. Mynders who faced the task of overseeing a fledgling two- year college to Cecil C. Humphreys who fought hard against political opposition to obtain university status for the school, the auditorium perhaps holds a key to the past, present and future progress of the university. The sign of accomplishment for any institution can promise to install in a person, student is a diploma. Early graduates of the All early grads were screened for the State Normal School were required to marks of quality. (Photo from the possess the qualifications necessary for Mississippi Valley Collection) successful teaching, something which no Changing roles. Students who were not handicapped lived the world of those who are on a Handicap Awareness Day in the early 70s. Today organizations like STUN (Students Unlimited) provide many opportunities for these students. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) A definite priority for students of both past and present has been studying. Diligently reviewing papers is a 1970s collegian. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Assuming his first role in 1937, as an assistant football coach, Sonny Humphreys helped lead the Tigers to many winning— yes winning— seasons. Even with his busy schedule, he still had time to be with his family and have fun. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Spending almost 40 years at Memphis State, Cecil C. Humphreys has contributed much to this school through his many positions. From football coach to president, Humphreys distinguished himself while being a Wearer of Many Hats s uccess. What does it mean? How is it measured? To s some, success is fulfilling dreams and aspirations; to others, it is receiving public recognizition for certain accomplishments. Both of these definitions describe the success of Dr. Cecil C. Humphreys. Arriving at Memphis State Teacher ' s College in the late 1930s, Humphreys ' first role was as head football coach. Humphreys had quite a task ahead of him. He must turn the losing Tigers into winners. In just three seasons, however, the Tigers were on top, thanks to Coach Humphreys and staff. Instead of building a football dynasty, Humphreys bid farewell to the College to work for the FBI. He soon returned, however, to become the athletic director. This was the second role he assumed at the school. With a sense of humor and a love of intercollegiate athletics, Humphreys guided the Tiger athletes well. Another role he took on was that of a history instructor. In addition, he handled much of the public relations for Memphis State College. One of his biggest accomplish- ments was being in charge of the steering committee in the effort for the College to become Memphis State University. His efforts paid off in 1957. In that year, the men ' s basketball team played in the finals of the National Invitational Tournament just as the College was granted university status. It was a great year for Humphrey s. Humphreys assumed his fourth role with the University when he became Director of the Graduate School in 1960; he was also assistant to the president. In 1960, Humphreys assumed his final role at Memphis State, that of president. He became the seventh man to occupy this position at MSU; although, he was the first man to be appointed whose academic career had been confined to the college and university level. Also, all but one of his many years in education had been spent at Memphis State. He taught one year at the University of Tennessee at Martin when it was called the Martin Branch. Outgoing president, J.W. Smith, handed over to Sonny Humphreys a struggling young university. His alma mater, the University of Tennessee, had confidence in him though. They nominated him for the Sports Illustrated Silver Anniver- sary Award. This award is given each year to college football players who graduated 25 years prior to the award. Cecil C. Humphreys Humphreys makes seven. When Humphreys took over the position of MSU ' s seventh president in 1961, outgoing president, J.M. Smith, handed him a struggling young The article stated that these 25 men, including Humphreys, seemed very much the effective and influential men their college presidents (and coaches) had hoped they would become. Incidently, the man standing to the right of Humphreys in the Sports Illustrated photo is Paul Bear Bryant. During his years as president, Memphis State experienced rapid growth. Chucalissa Indian Village became part of MSU. In 1962, the Ph.D. program was initiated. The Memphis State School of Law, which would later bear his name, opened in 1963. A newspaper article in early 1966 called Sonny Humphreys the head of one of the fastest growing institutions of higher learning in the nation. Memphis State ' s campus grew under Humphreys. The tallest building on the university. Through Humphreys efforts in the late 50s, Memphis State College became Memphis State University. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) campus, the Brister Library Tower, was erected in 1968. To house the ever growing number of students, several new dorms were built; East Hall, which is now Browning, was opened in 1964. Rawls Hall for women was opened in 1965 and Richardson Towers was opened in 1968. In the early seventies, campus rumors were going around that Humphreys had been asked to run for govenor of Tennessee. The truth, however, was that he had been appointed chancellor of the new Board of Regents of State Regional Universities and Community Colleges. At that time, the Board governed MSU and 14 other institutions. I will never leave MSU, Sonny Humphreys said in a news conferenece. Although my base of operation will be moved, I will v 1 1 1 %. PI ' ■ Tmrnm 1 | iB-M J Not only is MSU proud of Cecil C. Humphreys, but his alma mater, the University of Tennessee, is also proud to have him as an alumnu. The school nominated him for the Sports Illustrated Silver Anniversary Award, given to college football players 25 years after they have played. Another award winner in 1960 was Paul Bear Bryant. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) continue to strive for the betterment of the University. None could be more fortunate or more blessed than I, to have had the opportunity to be here... A quiet thank-you, almost a whisper, followed this last statement. Cecil C. Humphreys has never forgotten MSU, and MSU keeps his memory preserved. The law school is named for him, as well as the highest academic scholarship given by Memphis State, the Cecil C. Humphreys ' Presidential Scholar- ship. When Humphreys assumed the postion of president, the 1961 DeSoto was dedicated to him. Editor Beverly Pounce wrote, We are confident that with his youth, ability, and enthusiam Dr. Humphreys will lead MSU to greater heights. She wasn ' t wrong. Missy Smith Ongoing Success . )Ai!i ANNOUNCEMENT 80 id! EIGHTH m LECTI RI SEASON GOODWYN ENSTITUTE ' :.■,.• I . • M . D I ■ ■ : ! ' ■ . •■ . !- Providing for the people o Memphis two superior educational s + GOODWYN INSTITUTE UCTURE5 G OODWrN INSTITUTE REFERENCE LIBRARY ■ . n J ■ Libran B lild ni ' ■ ' •■■■ Fn i Streci rod • M li : •■;.. ■ .■ I eabod; St ti : i , • -.- -i ■ ' ■• Johh J. Hm i — William Goodwyn began a series of free educational lectures in 1907. The lecture series was moved to the auditorium in the administration building 40 years later. Known only to a few, the auditorium in the Administration Building was once a center of activity on campus. Now it sits quietly in darkness. This place is just one more of MSU ' s Magical Places ■j y ovies and books are filled 4 f l with story lines dealing «• V L- with castles or Victorian mansions having secret rooms. Believe it or not, the Administration Building holds such a room; on the second floor, behind the staircase, is an auditorium. Even though it is quiet now, the auditorium used to be a vital part ' of the scholastic and cultural part of Memphis State. When the school first opened in 1912, the auditorium was used as classroom space. Pageants and plays were also held here. The auditorium is rich with the history of MSU. Rows upon rows of seats fill both levels of the spacious room. The once elegant parquet floor is now buckling in several areas. Long, velvet curtains cover the windows. Even though they are now dusty and faded, their once rich burgundy color can be seen in the folds. On the wall outside the auditorium is a plaque which reads, Goodwyn Institute: Free Public Lectures. William Goodwyn, a cotton Auditorium Shiny parquet floors, comfortable seats and a spacious stage were common sites to MSU students at one time. Pageants and plays were also once common to this now closed piece of MSU history. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) businessman in Memphis, willed the money for a building which would provide space for an annual series of free educational lectures. The original Goodwyn Institute opened in 1907. About 40 years later, the series was moved to the auditorium at MSU. In addition to the Goodwyn Lecture Series, many assembly programs were held in the auditorium. For example, in the mid-50s, a Religious Emphasis Week was held where nationally known speakers of three faiths, Protestant, Catholic, and Jewish, spoke at student assemblies. Seniors and graduate students about to graduate met in the college auditorium for informal lectures from various administrators about entering the real world. In the early ' 60s, freshmen women attended orientation in the audi- torium to learn about the many phases of campus life. Greeks used the auditorium every year for All-Sing. The seating arrangement of the auditorium gave everyone the opportunity to see the Greeks perform, even those people in the balcony. Children from the Campus School often attended plays and musicals in the auditorium. The last performance for the children was Jack and the Beanstalk held in 1973. After this date, the Auditorium was closed due to improvements on the Administration Building. It never reopened. Ghosts from Memphis State ' s past supposedly now haunt the auditorium. Mingled with this past, however, is the present. Behind the stage is a computer room; an anachronism to what this room stands for. Maybe someday MSU students will once again be introduced to this site from the past. Missy Smith At one time these seats were filled with students eagerly anticipating a play or a speaker. The last time this now empty Auditorium was used was for a children ' s production of Jack and the Beanstalk in 1973. (Photo by Lesley Craig) Ongoing Success CO CO 0) p CO c H O c o Observing Egyptian artifacts at the Ramesses Exhibition are Erika Triesch and Cindy Smothers. The collection of Egyptian art was displayed in Memphis from April through August in 1987. (Photo by Devin Greaney) ACADEMICS On top with grades, Mimi Carr (center) shows how it ' s done in a skit at the summer 1987 orientation program. Carr was a guide and showed the ropes to entering students like Janel Duffy and Amy Walls. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Working toward the top is not always easy. Journalism major Linda Moore found out through an internship with a Nashville newspaper that starting out requires much dedication, hard work and starting out at the bottom. (Photo by Devin Greaney) arp horough preparation of teachers and school officers for all departments of school work was announced in an advertisement in the 1916 DeSoto for the West Tennessee State Normal School. In addition, the ad boasted of a faculty of twenty-five. And all of this education was free to Tennessee students while room and board at actual cost was a mere $13.50 a month. But back then the university known today was only a two-year training school for teachers and school administrators. Now, Memphis State University is a complete four-year college (and sometimes more than four are necessary) with an ever expanding general education. Majors are numerous and varied. Students may even create their own through the use of the University College. Costs have definitely risen from $13.50 a month, although Memphis State still has some of the lowest costs around. Yes, there are even those who have been here long enough to give their testimonies as to how the school has changed. Requirements for graduation have been added, deleted or updated but all for the same purpose. The DeSoto salutes those who strive for that ongoing success. Pick a topic, any topic. Students can find all the answers at the Information Center, The Front Door of Memphis State H ow many times has a student frantically searched all over for a number, remembered the Memphis State Information number, dialed 454-2040, and heard a calm voice say, Memphis State information? Surely everyone has at one time or another, but has anyone ever thought of where his call goes? Located at the corner of Central and Patterson is that unmistakable circular building, the Information Center. The student may say (if he has ever noticed), Isn ' t that where the marker stating Memphis State ' s history is located? Yes, it is, but how many people have actually stepped foot inside the doors of the Center? Probably not very many and that ' s too bad. Inside this building is a storehouse of facts, not just on Memphis State, but also on the city of Memphis. If, for example, out-of-town students need to know of a place for their visiting parents to stay, they can come by the Center during its operating hours and look at brochures of the city of Memphis. Looking for a good restaurant or thinking about going to the zoo but don ' t know where it is? The Center can provide the answers. Of course, the Center has information on MSU, ranging from topics of conferences to sports and everything in between: lectures, seminars, exams, opera, music, theatre and registration Recognize this building? The answers to all types of questions trom What ' s the number of the Health Center? to Does Memphis State offer a master ' s degree in medical anthropology? can be answered right on this very corner. (Photo by Lesley Craig) Student Information Center information. Students can go to the Center and pick up class schedules; undergraduate, graduate, and Continuing Education bulletins; and also various testing materials. Probably the most sought after tidbit of information is telephone numbers. Approximately 250 to 700 phone calls are handled daily by the Center ' s employees. What if it ' s Sunday afternoon and a student just has to know if there ' s one more concert to attend for his music class? Not to worry! A recorded phone message provides information based on a calender of events 24 hours a day, including Sunday. In addition to its service to the Memphis State community, the Center also provides information for the city of Memphis; it gives out information concerning city activities, takes names and Can I help you? Student worker, Ellen Kolb, is issuing just one of the 1,500 parking permits given to visitors every month. Workers like her can provide the information for the right sites to see and visit not only on campus, but also in the city. (Photo by Lesley Craig) addresses of prospective MSU students needing information and serves as a starting point for Saturday tours for these students. Also, the Center serves as the front door to Memphis State for visitors to the University. These people receive directions for the campus and the city of Memphis as well. About 1,500 visitor parking permits are issued every month. There is even a drive-up window to provide service during the day and help visitors at night when the doors are locked. According to Thelma Draper, superviser of the Center, it is there for students to use and get to know. The staff of four student workers, Kathy Albin, John Blanchard, Anne Kolb and Ellen Kolb, can handle just about any question a student can ask. Missy Smith A gold mine of trivia. The Information Center is open six days a week. Although director Thelma Draper wants all students to get to know and use the Center, its use is not limited to them. The Center also provides useful information to visitors. (Photo by Lesley Craig) Ongoing Success Digging into the piggy bank before each semester starts is a ritual every college student performs. For those who shop and compare, Memphis State seems to be almost a bargain. It is just a matter of Adding it all up t) ust about everyone wants to go to college because of all the opportunities it offers. There ' s the chance to get away from home, meet new people, broaden one ' s horizons, and start seriously thinking about a career. The golden days of college, however, are sometimes out of reach for some students. Next to applying to school, the hardest step is paying for an education. For some students, there are various scholarship awards. These awards may be for academic excellence, athletic or leadership abilities or performing arts. Although the entire cost of going to college may not be covered, students admit that every little bit helps. In addition to scholarship awards, there are financial aid grants and loans such as the Pell Grant and the Guaranteed Student Loan (GSL). However, both of these programs are in trouble from government action. Proposed budget cuts for 1988 would eliminate some financial support and take money from other types of support. For example, the government wants to totally do away with the College Work Study program, deeply cut the funding of Pell Grants and GSL, and cut funding two-thirds to historically black colleges. These proposed cuts could drastically reduce the number of students entering or staying in college. At Memphis State, 35 percent of the 3,000 students who attend school on the Pell Grant would be affected. Now, what about all of the costs that a student needs to pay for? Besides the basic tuition fees, there are others like a student activity fee, lab fees and parking. Memphis State ' s tuition fee for the 1986-87 school year was $1,130; for out-of-state students, there is an additional $2,430 charged for the year. Who could forget the activity fee of $90 per year that goes to pay for the many programs put on by SAC? Of course, there are books which will probably cost $300 each year. For those who live on campus, dorm costs range from $880 to $1,296 for two semesters. Then, there ' s the matter of eating, something which college students either never do or always do. If the student wishes to stay on campus, there are several meal plans which range in price from $48 to $658, depending on the type of plan bought. For those that dine off campus, well there is only one word to describe that — expensive! Plus, if the student becomes involved in any organizations on campus, such as fraternities, sororities, honor societies or professional organizations, dues can dig pretty deeply into an already empty pocket. Convinced that college is just too expensive? Compared to other schools in the Mid-South, Memphis State is just about the best buy. Student Activity Fee Allocations Co-Sponsorship 15% Student Activities Council 43% Cheerleaders 2% Pompon Squad 2% Spirit Committee 2% Student Handbook 2% DeSoto 7 % Helmsman 7% Music 2% Student Government 8% Theatre Operational Communication Arts 8% Assistance 2% Cost Of School The University of Tennessee at Knoxville is not much more than MSU, with its yearly tuition at $1,323, compared to Memphis State ' s $1,220. These figures also include a student activity fee. Ole Miss is more than UT Knoxville with its tuition being $1,727 per year. Of course, the private colleges are way up there in the stratosphere. Hold onto that wallet. Christian Brothers College ' s yearly tuition fees add up to $4,848, regardless of residence. Up the ladder from CBC is Rhodes with fees mounting up to $7,660. The biggest fees of all are collected at Vanderbilt, where students pay $9,510 each year. Memphis State offers such a broad range of courses and programs to its students for the price they pay each September and January. Perhaps students will now agree that Memphis State is one of the best deals around. Missy Smith 10,000 9,000 8,000 7,000 6,000 5,000 $4,840 „ ±°°°- $3,650 —$3,756 (out-of-state tuition) (out-of-state tuition) 3,000 2,000 1,000 $1,220 MSU TN. Resident $1,323 UT Knoxville TN. Resident $2,909 $3i0 50 $1,727 Ole MISS MS. Resident Union University Christian Brothers Rhodes College Comparison of MSU fees per year with other Mid-South colleges and universities. Ongoing Success Remember what it was like as a freshman? For some students it ' s like being one in a million, or 22,000 in this case. Some upperclassmen do remember and they help scholarship students become The STARS of Memphis State c, ' ollege. For some people that ' s a very scary word. It conjures up many images, some good and some not so pleasant. Freshmen may experience any number of feelings upon entering the University. They may think of freedom and independence, but they may also think of loneliness and leaving the comforts of home. For many of these feelings there is no cure, the student must just jump in head first and do it, but MSU has found a way to at least help some students feel more at ' ease with the beginning of their college years. This magical cure-all is called the Peer-Mentor Program and it ' s an added plus to students who attend MSU on scholarship. The program begins in the student ' s senior summer with phone calls, letters or visits from an upperclassman in the same field of study or with the same interests. It ' s almost like having a pen pal from the University. The upperclassman is the student ' s peer. He helps the new person feel more at ease with the transition from high school to college. In the summer before school starts, the peer receives information about two students and a letter of recommended action. Ideally, the peer will write or call his students to break the ice and to set up a meeting between them. The peer then clues the soon-to-be freshman in on all the secrets of college life. He may tell the student about dorm life if the student is to live on campus or he may share tales of the commuter ' s way of parking. He can also help the student by going through his class schedule and showing him where his classes are. This guided tour helps the student to feel more confident with himself when he does get on campus. The new student is also given a mentor. The mentor is a well respected member of the faculty and provides a link for the student into the administration. Throughout the fall semester the peer, mentor and student attend functions set up by the advisers to the organization. Advisers, plural, because there is more than one group of scholarship students under the umbrella of Peer-Mentor. Dean Marion Emslie is the coordinator of the program. She assigns students to peers and mentors. Malinda McDaniel is the adviser to the general scholarship group called STARS, which stands for Super Tigers and Remarkable Scholars. There are also two further breakdowns: the Presidential Scholars and the Black Scholars. There are three advisers to the latter — Ella Faulkner, Dr. Rosie Bingham and Joy Turner. These women want to help black students maintain a high GPA and become active on campus. The Presidential Scholars are those students on the Cecil C. Humphreys ' Presidential Scholarship. The program is designed to make the student feel at ease with other students by encouraging group activities. There is a group meeting for all the participants in the first few weeks of school to decide on the agenda for the semester. The results of the meeting are sent out to everyone in calendar form, with reminders appearing every so often. The peer is again expected to take the initiative and find out the status of his student. He may offer a ride or just meet the student there. Some of the field trips this year included a trip to Federal Express to see the hub, a diamond presentation by gemologist Allen Avon and a trip to the University Gallery for a little Egyptian education. The program has been operating for two years now with a definitely positive outlook for the future. In 1985, there were 80 students participating in the program. Now, there are almost 300. This drastic increase leads the advisers to believe that their program is not only successful, but that it also meets a need for the student body. The program operates out of Scates Hall, which seems appropriate for its goal is to promote the involvement of the freshman student on campus while still keeping up the academic grades that allow the student to be labeled high-ability. The University can ' t help all 22,000 students become adjusted to the ups and downs of college life, but it can provide the needed support for the ones who helped make the University well respected. Megan Ferguson Tona Jackson Peer Mentor The Points of the STARS J. nteraction is Dean Marion Emslie ' s major concern for the Peer- Mentor program. Emslie is coordinator of the program. Freshmen scholarship students are paired with an upperclassmen also on scholarship, as well as a member of the faculty. The purpose of the Peer-Mentor program, according to Emslie, is for the freshmen to interact with upperclassmen and faculty with evident scholarship. The program grew from about 90 students its first year to about 300 in its second. (Photo by Lesley Craig) Malinda McDaniel is adviser to STARS, the group of general scholarship students who are part of the Peer-Mentor program. She coordinates several programs for the members for both social and cultural enrichment. The program emphasizes individual contact among students and faculty. Members are encouraged to go out to eat or drop by the Peer-Mentor office. The purpose of STARS is to establish a network of scholarship students, said McDaniel, and to maintain contact with faculty. This group also offers support to freshmen to help them overcome the challenges of the first year in college. (Photo by Lesley Craig) Another group of the Peer-Mentor program is the Black Scholars. The advisers to this group, Ella Faulkner, Dr. Rosie Bingham and Joy Turner, have definite goals in mind. The purpose of Black Scholars is to improve how students participate in extracurricular activities, mentoring and service projects to benefit both university and the student, remarked the advisers. Students are also encouraged to participate in cultural events with each other. The program also provides an in-depth relation with the faculty, said Dr. Bingham. For the future of Black Scholars, we hope to get more students involved in campus activities and raise their GPA. Also, we hope to retain high- ability black students as well as to recruit them. We put the emphasis on a challenging, caring environ- ment. (Photo by Lesley Craig) Ongoing Success Although popular thought may see students as be-bopping around Tiger High, a closer look at Memphis State University can uncover its Academia of Success E veryday comments floating around the campus spell out the doubt and doldrums of people who are all too familiar with the University. Yet, there are some facts about the school that may not be well known and can change these mind sets. For example, Memphis State is the only university in the state of Tennessee that is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. This means that the University is fully certified and meets all requirements in all academic programs offered. Not even the University of Tennessee at Knoxville is fully accredited. Another part of MSU ' s parade of successes is the perfect score the University received in the Instructional Evaluation Program. This program evaluates the quality of instruction students receive at Memphis State. By scoring a perfect 100 this year, MSU became eligible for the $2.4 million in funds offered by the state program. Taking notice of faculty accomplishments can also shed light on a different angle of the school. For example, the dean of the College of Education, Dr. Robert Saunders, was selected as Educator of the Year by Greater Memphis State, Inc. President Thomas Carpenter became president-elect of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools which includes 11 states, University Accreditation as well as Mexico and Latin America. That ' s about 700 colleges and universities . Here is another tidbit of information. There are several areas on campus that are Centers of Excellence; that is they are recognized by the state of Tennessee as superior and therefore receive special funding. There are Centers of Excellence for the accounting laboratory, molecular biology, nuclear studies, speech pathology, psychology and the Earthquake Information Center. In the business department, there are three Chairs (not to be confused with Centers) of Excellence. These chairs are used to attract top scholars to MSU. These chairs are in the schools of accountancy, real estate and sales. Recently a chair was also approved in the engineering department. It is a bio-medical chair of structural engineering. Many do not realize what a broad range of academics and activities that Memphis State offers. The possibilities seem endless and are ever expanding. Missy Smith Ongoing Success The latest maze of regulations for students to wade through now means that professors can no longer Post Grades i n this day and age, it seems impossible to wade through the mass of laws, rules and regulations that govern almost every aspect of daily life. Every day there are more amendments are being added and deleted, and laws being made. While most of them do not have everyday applications to students personally, two statutes in particular are of extreme importance to them- the Privacy Act of 1974 and the Tennessee Statute 10-7-504. These acts have a major impact on every teacher and every student. At Memphis State they prohibit the release of educational records to anyone except the following people: 1. The student; 2. MSU officials and staff, in- cluding academic excellence and honor societies, fraternities and sororities; 3. Officials of other schools where the student seeks admission; 4. Federal or state officials; 5. State and local officials auth- orized by state statute adopted prior to Nov.19,1974; 6. Organizations conducting stud- ies for MSU, the said information to be destroyed when it is no longer needed; 7. Persons in connection with a student ' s financial aid application; 8. Accrediting organizations; 9. Parents of a dependent student (Note: Husband or wife cannot get records of his her spouse regardless of dependency); 10. In compliance with a subpoena after the University has made a reasonable effort to notify the student; and 11. Appropriate persons in con- nection with an emergency if such knowledge is necessary to protect the health or safety of a student or other persons. Students may think this statute doesn ' t concern them personally. Or if it does, the law is just for privacy reasons. After all, educational records do contain some very private information. But how does the University define 100 wt Posting Grades From the past. Tennessee statutes and the Privacy Act of 1974 prohibit the posting of grades as defined by legal affairs at Memphis State University. (Photo by Lesley Craig) t 3 M iVCCRnCT - - M ui i t I % i r R K .fctfR EC l Iki k itl «J ImCCRWCCl Mfttin educational records? They are defined as those files, documents and other materials which contain information directly related to a student and are maintained by a person acting for the University. This may not clearly detail what information can be released without the student ' s consent, but it points to a major area where the release of information has been very casual — grades. Posting grades is the bottom line when it comes to bureaucratic double-talk. During the past few years, MSU has begun enforcing its rules concerning release of records, especially grades. As a matter of fact, grade posting has been unofficially abolished. One instructor said that the dean in his school had ordered the faculty not to post for the fall semester, much to the dismay of the students. Memphis State does have legal reasons to prohibit posting grades: section 10-7-504 of the Tennessee Code states that information in such records relating to academic per- formance. ..shall not be made available to unauthorized personnel of the institution or to the public. The code also specifies the penalty for those who ignore this statute: Any official who shall violate the provisions of sections 10-7-503 to 10-7-506 shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor. Therefore, those instructors who do post grades against University policy also face legal repercussions if convicted. So where does this leave those students who want their grades posted? At this time the whole issue is in limbo. The administration favors a no posting policy; however, faculty and students appear to be against this decision. As long as the grades are posted by either social security number or by another form of identification number, most students think it ' s okay. Sherri Fisher Ongoing Success 0 Traveling down the road to graduation means taking several basic courses along the way. Very soon, however, these general education requirements could start Piling Up 102 Changes In General Education s itting down to plan the next semester ' s course load is no fun task, especially when a student still has several general education requirements left. Most students don ' t even know the courses that are required of the m before graduation. So what are these mysterious general education requirements ? In addition to the specific courses for a degree, Memphis State students are required to take 37 hours of general courses for an under- graduate degree to be conferred. These courses are part of the undergraduate curriculum that promotes a common background for all baccalaureate candidates, hence general education. These general required courses have existed since MSU opened. The school year was divided into three terms of twelve weeks and a summer term of six weeks. The minimum number of credits per term was 15, while the maximum was 22. These people were serious about their education. A typical example of a course outline for a teaching degree in elementary education for Tennessee would include six quarter hours in fine and practical arts, six quarter hours in general and child psychology, nine hours in health, and 21 quarter hours of electives. Since Memphis State was a teacher ' s college, these courses were required for all students. As the school became diversified and several different departments were organized, a general degree curriculum was set up. For example, there were three areas in the 1947-48 school year. Area one was the specific requirements. All students enrolled in six quarter hours of physical education, 18 quarter hours of English, and nine quarter hours of history. The next area was the field of concentration; a student had to meet the specific requirements of the department of his major plus 27 quarter hours of a second field of concentration. In those days, a student had to have not only a major, but a minor as well. The third area was 198 quarter hours of electives. Through the years, other courses such as mathematics and science were added. A student entering Memphis State in the fall of 1986 must have 12 semester hours of English, six semester hours of history, three semester hours of humanities, three semester hours of mathematics, six semester hours of science, two semester hours of P.E., plus possess competency in computer literacy. A minimum total of 132 semester hours is required for graduation. There is now a proposal from a report and recommendation of the Academic Senate ' s Special Committee on General Education to raise these requirements. The committee has outlined three purposes behind general education requirements. First, these core courses help students to develop skills necessary for completing a college career and for assuming an active role in contemporary society. Secondly, the requirements give students an awareness of the diversity of human endeavors in intellectual, creative, social and technological spheres. Finally, these courses help students develop analytical and cultural faculties that can be applied across a range of issues confronting them. Just how many more courses do MSU students need to take before graduating? For the currently enrolled students, these core course changes do not apply. For the future student, several more courses will be added on, such as the six semester hours in social sciences; the eight semester hours in natural sciences; and the six semester hours in philosophical history (foreign language and literature, phil- osophy). Another requirement would be integration in the upper division courses. The purpose of this course would be to gain experience with integration and synthesis of methodology and intellect. When will these changes take place? It may take time. A number of people and committees have to give their okay such as President Carpenter and the State Board of Regents. Right now, just worry about reading, writing and arithmetic. Missy Smith Ongoing Success 103 N Wanted: MSU students to put forth that extra effort to work on campus in one of the University ' s various departments. These people are the ones who Get the Job Done Having free time after class can be beneficial, especially if you want to earn some extra money. Susie Bond intently studies information on microfilm as part of her afternoons in the personnel department. (Photo by Lesley Craig) A maximum of 20 hours is all that is demanded of workers like Megan Ferguson. However, this is not to say that their tasks are easy. Among their responsibilities are running errands from one end of campus to the other. (Photo by Lesley Craig) eed a little extra money but don ' t want to be working odd hours of the night or have to work both Friday and Saturday nigh t every weekend without fail? For many students the answer is quite simple: get a job working for one of the various departments on campus. As everyone knows, going to school takes up a great deal of time (or at least it should). However, many students have to work to pay for the extra essentials. This can pose a perplexing problem to the conscientious student who likes to devote a great portion of his weekday 104 Students Workers evenings to studying. Yet, many employers are not sympathetic to this ideal and proceed to schedule their student employees at whatever times will benefit the place of employment the most. Thus, a working student is caught in a very uncompromising position. Don ' t despair! The solution is quite simple. All a student needs to do is apply for a job on campus. One of the greatest advantages to working at Memphis State is the hours. Most student workers work a maximum of 20 hours a week. Moreover, these hours are flexible to a student ' s schedule demands. After class, a student can go to work for a couple of hours and be off by 4:30 every day. Therefore, the student has all night to devote to studies or whatever extracurricular activity might catch his fancy. The pay for student workers isn ' t bad either. This year Memphis State raised its student workers ' wages to $3.60 an hour. Of course, this pay may not be comparable to the high wages of some places off campus, but at least it ' s better than minimum wage. In addition, Memphis State ' s rate beats the wages of many other jobs which are more demanding. This is not to say that work at Memphis State does not have any responsibilities. Workers complete many tasks; they do pages upon pages of photocopying, not to mention the stacks upon stacks of filing. Mile after mile of errands are run around campus daily by these dedicated workers. All of these tasks may seem trivial to some people, but many offices would not run smoothly without the help which the student workers provide. Being a student worker at Memphis State has many advantages. The hours are flexible, the work is never stressful, the location is convenient and the working conditions are more conducive than average to the needs of the students. Megan Ferguson Making sure the files are straight and in order is very important for an office to run smoothly. Laura Strom is just one of the student workers who assures that the offices on campus run smoothly. (Photo by Lesley Craig) 105 Ongoing Success p iisw. F ; . ft «SSWS ■ : . ' . ' - ' • ' •• ' ' ' - ; ;; ; : , ■b , i i ' . f j.twf «r ' ■■ . ;S; ' Ff ' :•-:•• ••.. ' • ' • ■- •- ■ - : i Confused about what to major in? Perhaps the University College can provide the answer. Denise Barton, office manager for the University College, explains about the inquiry sessions to Judy Jackson and Vandy Isom. (Photo by Lesley Craig) Finding the major that perfectly suits you can be an impossible quest but many have discovered in the University College their Lost Shadow s o you want to be both an architect and an interior decorator. Or you want to be a dancer, yet realize you can ' t dance forever, so instead you want to learn how to manage performers. Or you ' ve been working for nine years, want to go back to school, but want some of your work experience to count for credit. Do the above options sound impossible? If so, then think again. To mix your interests with such nontraditional majors, you can investigate the degree program offered through the University College, a well kept secret around campus tucked in the basement of Johnson Hall. Even with the six traditional colleges at Memphis State University and the many majors offered within each college, some students still can ' t find a place where their major fits in. Finding the University College was like finding my niche, said Kim Gaines, a senior majoring in biomedical illustration and photography. Gaines, like many other Memphis State students, had switched her major twice before she found out about the University College from a friend in an art class. I just wasn ' t creative enough for graphic design, and nursing just wasn ' t right, Gaines said, so she combined her two interests. The University College may require more work initially because to enter the program, a student not only must be admitted to Memphis State, but also must apply to the College, which requires three recommendations. The student is then sent to a screening adviser who decides if his major plan is a legitimate one. For example, a student comes to the University College wanting to major in marketing com- munications. His degree plan is a public relations type degree, which is offered through the journalism department, but this particular student wants more emphasis on the marketing aspect rather than the writing aspect. He is sent to a screening adviser in the communications department who must decide if his proposal is worhwhile. The screening adviser then contacts another adviser in the marketing department. The student, along with his two advisers and a professional from outside the university, form a committee and write up a baccalaureate contract. Making up the contract is like working a jigsaw puzzle, finding the classes which suit the student best, said Kelley Lewis, of University College Admissions and Records. The contract must then be approved by a faculty council which determines if the degree meets all the requirements of Memphis State. The contract must also be approved by the dean of the University Co llege. A student who goes through the University College will receive either a BPS degree (Bachelor of Professional Studies) or a BLS (Bachelor of Liberal Studies). A degree through the University College requires 132 hours, just like other Memphis State degrees. The difference is, classes are detailed more to what the student needs, Lewis said. The classes you take are classes you want to take. The degree would also appeal to employers because it is so tailored, 106 0 University College he added. In addition to work in his classes and with his adviser, the student must meet with a University College graduation analyst in his senior year. Also required of all University College majors is a senior project which allows the student to put into practice what he has learned. The project is a synthesis of all the student has learned, Lewis said. It requires 450 hours of outside class work in order for the student to receive nine hours of credit. For example, one student majoring in personnel man- agement works at Federal Express. He actually developed a new training manual which the company approved and is now using. Currently about 450 students are receiving degrees through the University College. Because the average University College student is between 30 and 45 years old, the program is structured to give credit for experiential learning. While other colleges allow students to receive credit by examination for material they already know, the program allows students to earn credit for their work experience as it applies to their major. To earn this credit, a student is required to design a portfolio showing the different type of work he has done and the experience he has gained. The portfolio can include such things as information on seminars the student has either conducted or attended, workbooks and brochures he has written and courses he has taken as part of his job. The student submits his portfolio to be evaluated by an adviser, and can earn an unlimited number of credit hours this way. Another appealing factor of the University College, especially to the older students who work or live out of town, is tele-instruction courses which appear on WKNO-TV Channel 10. The class programs have required books and assignments like regular classes but the student mails his assignments to the University College where they are graded and then mailed back. The classes also meet once a month on campus. You can ' t earn your entire degree through television courses. In addition to designing your own major, the University College also offers several group contracts which have already been designed. These include a major in biomedical illustration, combining courses in art and photography with courses in chemistry and the life sciences. Students in this major are required to complete an internship. Other group contracts are aviation administration and commercial aviation, in which students will concentrate in business and management, public administra- tion or computer and information systems, along with general aviation or airway science. The commercial aviation program has been approved by the FAA. Even more contracts are offered in health care fields, human services, orthotics prosthetics, prin- ting management, services for the aging, alcohol and drug abuse services, black studies and women ' s studies. Offering a personal education, the University College is helping MSU meet the needs of its many students who are searching for a lost shadow. ..their career. Ginger Craven Ongoing Success 107 The average college student is 18 to 19 years old. He normally attends college for four or five years. Where does this leave a 45-year-old law student? Right in the middle because he ' s Changing the Rules i Unusual circumstances. Roger Fisher is a father, a grandfather, an MSU student and a dorm resident. Why? When Fisher graduated from high school, it was generally accepted that a college degree was not essential to survival. Today he has a master ' s and is working towards a law degree. (Photo by Devin Greaney) .magine this: being 45 years old, married, a grandfather and a resident in a college dorm. Roger Fisher, a resident of Hayden Hall, is all of these. Since he graduated from Obion High School in 1960, he has attended several institutions of higher learning, from Freed-Hardeman College to the University of Tennessee at Martin. By the time he received his first college degree in 1962, he was married and a baby was on the way. In the mid to late 1960s, he worked hard to earn a bachelor of science degree at Tennessee Tech. For a short while, he took a break from school. Then another school attracted him — the FBI Academy, Special Agent Training School. After a three-year stint as an agent, he left the FBI and settled into a teaching career at UTM, where he received his master ' s in education. Fisher is currently enrolled as a second-year law student at Memphis State. DESOTO: Did you ever think, 27 years ago when you first graduated from high school, that you would be in college in 1987? FISHER: No. As a matter of fact, when I graduated from high school it 40$ Returning Students was sort of unusual for young people to go to college. It was generally held that a high school diploma was all one needed to be a success in life. Consequently, I had little prospects of going, but a series of events led to my enrolling in a junior college. Of course, like most young people, I dreamed of what the future might bring, but I never dreamed I would be in college 27 years after high school. DESOTO: What is law school like? Is it difficult? FISHER: I suppose the best description I ever heard came from one of my daughters who described it as a three-year boot camp. DESOTO: What is your reaction to dorm life? FISHER: When I became a resident of the dorms at MSU, it was somewhat of a culture shock.. It took a lot of adjustment, primarily because I am much older than the other residents, and they viewed me as somewhat of an oddity. For example, one of the foreign students came by my room the first few days I was at MSU and just wanted to see the grandfather in the dorm. Naturally, just as any other student, I miss being at home having the room to move around and the privacy. DESOTO: Do you think that more older students are returning to college? If so, what factors do you think are contributing to this situation? FISHER: Over the years, as a college professor myself, I have seen a number of older students returning to school. And of course, I see quite a few enrolled here at MSU. I do not know, however, if more are returning now. As far as the factors, I think that most of these are simply d oing something now that was impossible at an earlier period in their life. DESOTO: Any additional com- ments? FISHER: I am very pleased to have the opportunity to be a student at MSU, and I am grateful to those who have made it possible for me to come here. Sherri Fisher Helpful hints for returning students Memphis State University SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR RETURNING STUDENTS FOR SMOOTHER SAILING ON YOUR EDUCATIONAL JOURNEY... Not a worry In the world. Memphis State provides services for it ' s older-than- average students by way of the Adult Information Center and an information packet to aid these students in their college careers. As hard as it is to begin college, it is even harder to return. Many students, however, are doing just that. At Memphis State, students over 30 make up over 25% of the enrollment. Students who return to college tend to have a very high rate of success. This success is due, in part, to the many special services offered by the University. A starting place for many returning adult students is the Mini College. The Mini College offers regular college credit through special sections of entry-level courses. The sections are geared primarily to help returning students handle the transition back to college. Another good place to begin is at New Student Orientation. The University offers a special day devoted just to transfer students or mature and motivated students. Adult students are assigned an adviser, have their I.D. made and are given a tour of the campus. Once enrolled and attending classes, returning students have many opportunities to find help or to become involved. The Adult Information Center, located in Room 317 of the University Center, offers assistance from organizing programs and work- shops to providing lists of child care centers and babysitters. The center, open during regular University Center hours, has a graduate assistant on duty 20 hours a week. WARMLINE, a peer counseling group for returning students, is just one of several support groups. Another group, the Adult Student Association, provides adult students a chance to meet and socialize with other adult students. The association mails monthly newsletters to its members providing information about speakers, programs and social events of interest to adult students. Evening Academic Services, located in office 167 of the Administration Building, provides a full range of services to evening and Saturday students. Students can see a counselor, pay parking tickets, drop and add classes, request transcripts and apply for readmis- sion Monday through Thursday until 8 p.m. and Saturdays until noon. Success in college for returning students requires determination and persistance. A little encouragement from the University can also make a big difference. Ginger Craven 109 Ongoing Success i Witnessing many changes and trends throughout his 35 years here, Dr. George Parchman has Been Here the Longest i n his small office filled with files and textbooks from as far back as the early fifties, George Parcham sums it up. I must have done something right or I wouldn ' t have stayed here as long as I have. He must be right. With more than 35 years teaching biology, Parchman has been at Memphis State longer than any other professor. Parcham, a native of Grit, Tennessee (near Clarksville), received his masters in 1949 from George Peabody College, which is now a part of Vanderbilt. He taught briefly at Peabody, went to Austin Peay for two summers and a year, then to Stephen F. Austin for a year. After sending a number of resumes around, the head of the MSU biology department responded to his letter. We ' ve been looking for you; where ' ve you been? the letter said. Parchman and his wife began teaching at Memphis State College in the fall of 1951. Mrs. Parcham, who now works at Med Express, left teaching after her first semester. Her husband, however, stayed on teaching genetics, heredity, botany, zoology and the history of biology. He says he didn ' t expect 35 years, but in those years he ' s taught many students. I estimate that I ' ve taught around 12,000 students, Parcham said. The students are the best part of the job, he added. It ' s something I like to do or else I wouldn ' t have been here this long. Among the people he ' s taught are Dr. Omar Smith and Martha Brown, both of whom are now MSU biology professors. He also taught Dr. Victor Feisal, who is the current vice president of academic affairs. Parchman has seen many ve estimated I ' ve taught around 12,000 students, Parchman states. After the spring 1987 semester, he will no longer be teaching in biology labs such as this one. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 110 Longest Tenure changes in his years at MSU. He ' s seen enrollment grow from 2,324 students when he started to about 21 ,000 students today. He ' s even seen Memphis State College become a university. The changes he ' s noticed most, of course, are in his own department. Parchman started in a faculty of six biology teachers. Today, there are about five times as many. He ' s seen the adoption of a doctoral and a master ' s program and the moving of the department, in 1965, from Manning Hall to Ellington Hall. Parchman says that he ' s also Thirty-seven years of teaching the same subject can be a challenge. When Dr. George Parchman came to MSU (then called Memphis College) in the fall of 1 951 , he did not expect to stay here the 35 years that he did. (Photo provided by Dr. Parchman) noticed a significant drop in the number of pre-med students which consequently reduces the number of biology majors. He does think that the biomedical research zone proposed for Memphis will help reverse this trend. I ' ve noticed botany going down, he added. Memphis is the hardwood center of the United States and we have to go over to Arkansas to take botany. One of Parchman ' s biggest regrets is the ruling that attendance not be mandatory at MSU. It encourages them (students) to not go to class, he said. Absenteeism has greatly increased. Times have certainly changed over the years since Parchman began teaching. He tells a story to illustrate this point. One summer former President Cecil C. Humphreys was informed of a teacher who taught class while wearing shorts. Humphreys fired him on the spot. Now, after 37 years of continuous teaching, Parchman plans to retire after the spring 1987 semester. Even so, he plans to stay in Memphis. There ' s just something about Memphis I like. Devin Greaney must have done some- thing right or I wouldn ' t have stayed here as long as I have. - Dr. George Parchman - True dedication to teaching lies in what Parchman says, It ' s something I like to do or else I wouldn ' t have been here this long. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Ongoing Success 0 Past, present and future are represented with the presence of former president Cecil C. Humphrey and President Carpenter at the 1981 dedication of the Fogelman College of Business and Economics. Carpenter doesn ' t believe that many of the successes achieved during his tenure are a result of his personal effort. Rather, he credits the state of Tennessee ' s support for higher education. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Running a university striving for recognition is no easy job. President Thomas Carpenter, however, is guiding Memphis State to Academic Success -L robably no one else has seen the changes at Memphis State more prominently than President Thomas Carpenter. When he first assumed the position of president in August 1981, Carpenter undertook the big task of continuing the transition of developing Memphis State into a respectful university, not only at the undergraduate levels, but also in the amount of formal research that faculty members are involved in. This research encompasses the entire university, from chemistry and biology to business and education. Carpenter doesn ' t feel that the many successes Memphis State has achieved during his tenure as president are a result of his personal effort. For example, Memphis State recently received a perfect score of 100 in the Instructional Evaluation Program, a program that evaluates the quality of education at an institution. Carpenter credits the state of Tennessee ' s support for higher education for MSU ' s success. This score has enabled Memphis State to become a serious competitor for outstanding faculty, to increase the number of scholarships for outstanding students and to increase its library holdings. Carpenter stated that now Memphis State must work on its image. One way the University is trying to do this is a possible tightening of admission standards and making courses more rigorous. The only disadvantage to these changes is the problem of preventing access of higher education to some 112 • President Carpenter Captured on film are the winning smiles of President Carpenter and Miss America, Kellye Cash. Carpenter feels that the students are one of the biggest pluses for the campus because of the high quality people they are. (Photo by Devin Greaney) students. Carpenter believes that MSU has many attributes. One of these is the faculty. We have a faculty here at Memphis State that cares about students. As large as Memphis State is, the students are perceived as individuals, not numbers, Car- penter said. He also commented that the students themselves are one of the biggest pluses because of their background of being courteous, industrious and high quality peo- ple. Another plus is the facilities on campus. Even though some are 20 years old, they are more modern than at other colleges, Carpenter pointed out. There is also the advantage of the location of the campus. Most students would not be able to attend college without working and the city of Memphis has a number of jobs available. Carpenter is amazed at the vast majority of students that work. He noted that at times while dining in a restaurant, waiters and waitresses will introduce themselves as students. And what does Carpenter see in the future for Memphis State? Quite a lot! First of all, he sees MSU taking its place among the highly respected research institutions. He also sees new doctoral programs being developed. Another program Carpenter wishes to develop is the exchange of students and faculty overseas. Since the city of Memphis has Welcome! President Carpenter says during a reception at the Alumni Center. Carpenter speaks highly of the faculty here, stating that students are perceived as individuals, not numbers. (Photo by Photo Services) many health-orientated facilities, such as The Med and St. Jude, Carpenter hopes to stress more programs related to health care. He pointed out that there is a need to fill positions in many areas in the health field, as well as in molecular biology and genetics. As president of Memphis State, Carpenter has seen many changes and successes at the University. Who knows what the future will bring to Memphis State, but Carpenter ' s outlook faces forward. Missy Smith 113 Ongoing Success Writing everything from obituaries to a Renaissance festival, Moore was able to work like a regular beat reporter. She was able to gain valuable experience which will increase her chances for a journalistic position. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 114 P 1 Internships Experience necessary at the bottom of a want-ad could be a hindrance to a college grad looking for a job. Sometimes good grades aren ' t enough. Students have to learn to Cut It With the Pros G. etting a job in 1987 is not very easy unless one has a college degree or degrees. Even with that diploma, however, employers like a prospective employee to have one more quality — experience. How can a student get this experience? Many companies now offer eligible college students internships so they can learn the ropes. One such college student who took advantage of an internship is senior journalism major Linda Moore. For three months Moore gained valuable experience working for the Tennessean, Nashville ' s morn- ing paper. The paper also had MSU student Jill Smith; a Howard University student; a Western Kentucky student; and two students from Vanderbilt and Middle Tennessee State University on staff as interns. Covering everything from a Renaissance festival to a chili cook- off, Moore said she worked like a regular reporter. Even though the hours were flexible, they were very long. Each week the interns worked different hours, like 1 p.m. until 10 p.m. one week, then 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. the next week. For two weeks, Moore ' s beat was the Federal Building and she was more or less on her own. She had to be at the Federal Building by 9 a.m. or 10 a.m. every day. She covered torte laws, or insurance liability laws. Moore said that while the laws were slightly boring, she learned a lot she never knew about before. When she was through at the Federal Building, she would call the paper, just like a regular beat reporter, to get her next assignment. There were many bad days at the paper, like when there wasn ' t a story to be told in Nashville. The interns had to be there just in case something happened. These were the days when Moore wrote obituaries, something almost every intern has to do. Of course, there were a lot of good days to make up for the bad ones. Moore covered a Renaissance festival that took place outside of Nashville; a group traveled all over the country giving it. There was one man there who was in the process of building a castle with a moat swimming pool. Moore said she must have talked to everyone there that day because they all had a story to tell. Then there was the story about the man who found a snake in downtown Nashville; the livestock exposition; the report of bacteria in popsicles; and the interview with Demond Wilson of Sanford and Son fame who is now a born-again Christian. This was just a small part of a reporter ' s day. The longest day of Moore ' s internship was a hot one in August, the election primary. She came to the office at noon and didn ' t leave until 1 a.m. Though it was a long day and she covered the losing candidate ' s headquarters, it was an exciting day for Moore. Moore averaged about three to five stories a week appearing in print. As an intern she was paid $210 a week before taxes; after Uncle Sam took his share, the total was $170. With this money she had to pay rent, phone, utilities and food. Besides waiting around for a big story to come in, the worst part about being a reporter was the pay. However, the best part for Moore was working with professionals. Moore said she actually saw them edit her stories and explain why they made changes. She felt like she could actually make it as a newspaper reporter, because she really liked what she was doing. Moore is not afraid of going out a finding a job in the journalism world. She knows she has the necessary experience to cut it with the pros. Missy Smith Part of the routine. Reporters spend much of their time perusing paragraphs that come over the wire. These small tidbits provide the basis for full-blown stories to enlighten readers of global news. (Photo bv Devin Greaney) Ongoing Success Know what ' s going on in France? Poland? or Madagascar? Well the students who went to the Midwest Model UN do, as they Shape the World w hat do you call a group of students who come from different countries all over the world to debate in the city of the Great Arch in order to insure peace around the globe? Participants of the Midwest Model United Nations, of course. Coming together this spring in St. Louis, most of these students were not actually from overseas, but they did represent a particular country as if they were a true representative from that country to the United Nations. Those who attend the M. M.U.N, come from many different universities, from Michigan to Arkansas to even Tennessee. The schools are assigned to be the spokesman for all countries, from the big superpowers, like the United States and the Soviet Union to small third world countries, like Madagascar and Columbia. And it can be challenging trying to stay Acting as representatives from countries all around the world, these students create the interlocking relationships between the countries. Dominic Mousara raises his placard to make a point for Poland as Daphne Lubkowitz discusses the matter at hand. (Photo by Jesse Asher) within your country ' s ideals, said freshman Sandy Adams, who plans to major in international relations. This year Memphis State was chosen to play the role of West Germany and Poland. John Davis was the head delegate of West Germany. Other members of this delegation were Jesse Asher, Karin Boch, Trent Hanover, Michael Miinhle, Holly Simmons, Marshall Randolph, Brian Thompson and Patrick Wilkerson. Acting as head delegate of Poland, J. Alex Alexander directed Sandy Adams, Jim Butcher, Daphne Lubkowitz, Susan Lunsford, Dominic Mousarra and Richard Sandifer. The M. M.U.N, conference takes place for four days, usually from 8 a.m. until 11 p.m. During these long hours of furious pace, as senior international relations major Asher describes it, students create the interlocking relationships between the countries. According to Butcher, also a senior international relations major, it ' s the play acting that makes it (M. M.U.N.) work, as students play the role and character of their assigned nation. Delegations are divided into subcommittees such as the Economics and Finance or the Special Political committees. Students are able to gain experience in parliamentary procedure, which, as Asher put it, I ' ll probably have to do something similar with on committees in later life. According to Alexander, a senior international relations major, Debating skills and consensus ability are also gained during the sessions. Persuading people to vote in your favor, to build a vote, is an ego boost and builds confidence. Another skill realized by 116 Model UN participants is working, com- municating, compromising and negotiating with others. For example, during caucusing, as well as during debates, they had the opportunity to understand political realities, which Miinhle, who is from West Germany and in the U.S. for a year to study music, said he personally benefitted from the most. In view of their careers, many of the students learned a lot and broadened their horizons. Adams and Asher both are interested in being diplomats and benefitted from the hands-on experience. Lunsford, a sophomore public relations major, said It taught me good public relation skills with other people. ..the U.N. runs like a business. With a different perspective, Butcher said that Model U.N. gave him a better view of an international organization. It directed me in a new interest toward political economy. Political science international relations senior, Davis, on the other hand, gained experience from the International Press Delegation, which asked him difficult questions and gave him a chance to prepare policy statements. Although the MSU students achieved much while at M.M.U.N., the general thought was that if things could have been done differently, more preparations would have taken place. More research on specific policy of the nation should have been done, Alexander said. Unfortunately, the delegations did not have much time to get ready since they were chosen only a few weeks prior to the event. The responsibility of M. M.U.N, has shifted recently to the Political Science department. Considering the preparation job, most feel they did well. Davis said he got much out of seeing so many people who were gung-ho. ..I saw them enjoy their experience. ..develop through the conference. To prevent this lack of in-depth background and readiness, then, several of the delegates would like to institute a Model U.N. Club. Alexander outlined the goals of such a club. The Model U.N. Club would provide continuity and data files; qualify future delegations to the M. M.U.N, for total SAC funding; create initiative to research and prepare, as well as, provide the time to do so; and make the selection process more competitive. Basically, Alexander wants to see a dynamic, ongoing process in order to add to the strength of our capabilities. He also would like to get more diverse groups involved, such as students in communications or theatre. Davis added that this club could have monthly meetings with informative speakers to keep students up-to-date. Next year, Davis and Alexander will be part of the staff at M.M.U.N. Davis said being on staff will give him experience in organization and research. All in all, Butcher summed up the spirit of the M.M.U.N. when he said that he really enjoyed the people who have the same interests in the international field... go-getters, willing to jump in. ..putting everything they had into the conference. Daphne Lubkowitz 117 Ongoing Success P With continuous exhibits, including ones from campus talent, Memphis State is able to share A Little Culture w hat contains Asylum Sundown ; objects made of anything from porcupine quills and snakeskin to earthenware and handmade paper; and the body of Iret-Iruw? MSU ' s own art museum which continuously presents new programs. The University Gallery first opened in 1969 in Jones Hall. It was named the Edward H. and Suzanne Trezevant Little Gallery, after the former chairman of Colgate- Palmolive. The Little family is a known benefactor of universities in Tennessee and North Carolina such as Rhodes, Memphis State and Queens College. The announcement of the opening of the future Fine Arts Complex was in 1980. This new building would result in 10,000 feet of gallery space. Plans for the gallery included a faculty and student section and a section for permanent collections. The L-shaped part would be for the circulating shows. In October 1981, the University Gallery officially opened, and since then has housed 8 to 10 active exhibitions a year. The gallery benefits students as well as the Memphis community. Constantly changing exhibits provide an ongoing outlook to the art world. For example, alternating yearly are the Art South Exhibition and the Bi-annual Paper and Clay Exhibition. While Art South consists of works by artists from 10 southern states, the Paper and Clay Exhibition is a national competition of original works in these media. Spring 1987 saw the 6th Paper and Clay Exhibition at Memphis State. Among the artists were some MSU locals. Graduate student Kip Peterson exemplified vivid colors in his painting, The Hug ; Sheila Gourlay created the Prayer Figure out of paper and fiber; and Gary West ' s striped clay figure, Safari Fever, was also submitted. Besides these graduate students, one undergraduate also presented Of human bondage? Reason: Square and Chain is the title of undergraduate student Eric Painter ' s clay exhibit. Painter was the only undergraduate exhibiting a piece at this year ' s show. Three graduate students and one faculty member also entered pieces in the 6th Paper and Clay Exhibiton. (Photo by Kevin Lazarini) his work. Eric Painter made his accomplishment of clay and named it, Reason: Square and Chain. Well known faculty member, Larry Edwards, painted, with pastels of burnished browns, reds and oranges, the Asylum Sundown, depicting emotional faces. Not only are these circulating shows brought to the University Gallery, but shows with works of faculty and students are presented to the public from time to time. Not limited to only art majors, the student exhibition allows any student who has taken an art course within the academic year to display his accomplishments. Also, an entry into the semi- annual Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition is required of all graduating with this degree. Writing a research paper which is short in comparison with other master ' s programs, these students are mainly evaluated by their work. The show gives them experience in designing an exhibition. Q Art Museu m In additon to the three rooms filled with everchanging pieces, the University Gallery has two rooms filled with a permanent collection of rare African and Egyptian art. The Neil Nokes Collection of African Art has been on loan from Cmdr. Nokes since 1974. The donation is made up of about 150 pieces. It was by chance that Nokes became interested in African art. Being in the Navy, he was surprisingly assigned to West Africa. He knew nothing of the country but became fascinated with the art through the deputy commissioner, who was a collector. The Egyptian collection arrived at the gallery in 1975 from the Boston Museum of Art. Instructed by the art department to buy Egyptian art for educational pruposes, the director at that time, Dana Johnson, was ignorant of how to go about making the purchase, according to William Kelly Simpson, curator of the museum in Boston. Simpson told this to Donald LaBadie from the Commercial Appeal. Simpson put together the art and archeological pieces on display. The Egyptian section of the museum consists of 44 pieces, perhaps the most famous is that of the mummy of Iret-Iruw. It is the only collection open to the public in the Mid-South. In conjunction with the Egyptian museum is the Institute of Egyptian Art and Archeology, which operates within the departmant of art. The IEAA is under the direction of Dr. Rita Freed and Dr. Edward Bleiberg is an Egyptologist on staff. The Institute conducts research, aids with excavations in Memphis ' ancient sister city in Egypt, maintains the exhibits and helps educate the community. In the past year, a research library opened. It houses the Fairman and Thomas collections. These two men are internationally known Egyptologists who bequeathed their libraries to the Institute. Another way the University Gallery is dynamically drawn into the community is with the Memphis in May celebrations. Jointly with the Dixon Gallery and Gardens, in honor of China, the Gallery presented Journeys of the Spirit: Landscape Portraits of Places in China in 1987. The University Gallery offers a variety to its audience. One of its biggest pluses is that it is interdisciplinary. Not only does it provide ancient cultural work- manship as well as contemporary works of regional and national artists, it also allows other departments to take advantage of the Gallery. For example, in the fall of 1985, the anthropology department displayed its Mississippian Collection. Museum study courses, special lectures and demonstrations by visiting artists and scholars are also a part of the University Gallery ' s disclosure of the art world to the students, faculty and Memphis community. Daphne Lubkowitz But is it art? Shelia Gourlay ' s creation out of paper and clay is titled Prayer Figure, which vaguely resembles a student around exams. Along with the staff and student exhibits, the Gallery contains an Egyptian collection with the mummy of Iret-lrew. (Photo by Kevin Lazarini) You give me fever! Entered in the 6th Paper and Clay Exhibition at MSU is graduate student Gary West ' s striped clay figure Safari Fever. This exhibition is one of the active exhibitons in the University Gallery and alternates with the Art South Exhibition yearly. (Photo by Kevin Lazarini) Ongoing Success n Surviving college can be quite an ordeal. With the aid of a few helpful tips, however, enduring college can be fun. Students just have to get to Know the Ropes F aced with new challenges, placed somewhere between the pampered world of grade school and the harsh reality of on-his-own survival is the college student. Coming from a restricted environment into the openness of college can hit like a shock wave. How well a student rebounds can determine his success down the road. With a few tips, some to be taken in all sincerity and some to be interpreted in whatever way suits best, a student can actually survive college and prepare himself for his future. Survival Guide 1: The Making of a YUPPIE Tip 1: There are six basic books that every college student must have. A good dictionary tops the list, along with a thesaurus so students won ' t overuse words. To write those ever popular essays, a student should have a copy of The Elements of Style. Who could forget those research papers? A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations is a helpful tool, along with Writing and Researching Term Papers and Reports: A New Guide for Students. For writing perfectly, one must use Basic Grammar for Writing: A Step-by- Step Course in all the Essentials of Clear Writing. Tip 2: Class attendance, along with the correct mind set, is necesary. Students should be attentive. Listening is of the utmost importance. Yet students should also take advantage of the classroom environment to question and speak out. A future young urban professional needs to master the art of public speaking. Tip 3: Students should vary their academic loads. The average load a student takes is from 12 to 16 hours a semester. If a student wants to hurry up and graduate, he may take more hours. However, one should not sacrifice quality education for a speed record through college. Tip 4: Scheduling time wisely and staying organized are essential to the soon-to-be YUPPIE. Students should plan their study time by making monthly calendars of all assignments, papers, tests and activities. A planning calendar is a common part of a YUPPIE ' s wardrobe. With it a YUPPIE balances his time between the books, the jobs, the extracurricular activities and the social life. Tip 5: A pre-YUPPIE takes advantage of the mind-expanding opportunities a university offers. He attends free concerts, lectures and plays. He gains invaluable 120 College Survival Kit experience for the future through interviewing for various positions on campus. He accumulates a number of offices and memberships in a variety of organizations. Among these are honor societies, of course. All of these organizations enhance his resume. Survival Guide 2: The Making of a PUPS ( Professional Undecided Partying Student) Tip 1: There are several books that a college student really needs. 1001 Ways to Drink a Beer tops the list, along with the essay, If Bread Is the Food of Life, Then Beer is Life Itself. Another classic is Drinking Games for the Studying Student, as well as Ten Reasons Why to Skip Class. Tip 2: Class attendance with the right frame of mind is not really Study aids Required reading Communication to outside world Communication from outside world Homesick remedy Relief from boring classes Personal hygiene Essential nutrition necessary. The professional student is an expert in seeking out and becoming acquainted with the meticulous note-takers in class. If the PUPS does actually attend class, paying attention is the least of his worries. At least his physical body — if not his mind — is present. He may use this time ' to sleep off his hangover or eat the latest artificial food from the snack machine. Tip 3: The PUPS will never worry about how many and which classes to take. The key is to register for 30 hours of classes like underwater basketweaving. By the end of the semester, the student, due to heavy stress from the overload, drops down to 9 hours. Of course, he is still considered full-time. Tip 4: Never will these students use their time wisely. They spend every possible moment wandering about aimlessly. The only time when organization is required is in planning the ultimate party. And anyone aspiring to be a PUPS should not plan to study until the night before. All night crams should be pulled off with class at Perkins. Tip 5: An on-the-make PUPS should never attend any of the free lectures, concerts or plays offered at a university (even if free food is part of the package). The only organization this student will be interested in joining is the Square Club. In order to become a member, a student ' s GPA must be greater than the square of his GPA (for example, a GPA of .2 is greater than its square, .04). With these and other helpful hints from those who ' ve made it through college, every student should see that his future is as bright as he makes it. Missy Smith Daphne Lubkowitz (Artwork by Byron Todd) n With solemn faces, members of the 1920 baseball team pose for their state championship shot. In 1987, the baseball team still holds its own with a 33-23-1 record, the 15th consecutive winning season for the Tigers. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Colection) TOf V ; fivUi t xM Women were first in sports on campus with the formation of the women ' s basketball team in 1917. The first men ' s basketball team to compete on the collegiate level did not appear until 1920. (Photo courtesy of Jane Hooker) Waving their pom-pons, members of a 1970s squad show off their routine at a football game. Although costumes have changed and dances become more difficult, the purposes of supporting the team and providing spirit have not. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Driving to the hoop to score another basket was a common occurrence for Larry Finch during the 1973 basketball season. He was the leading scorer on a Tiger team that went to the Final Four for the first time in Memphis State history. (Photo from 1973 DeSoto) ike organizations, sports are a diversion from the J routine of school, and they too seemed to spring up with the first students. Not surprisingly, one of the first athletic teams to appear was basketball. But surprisingly it was the women ' s team that began the Memphis State tradition of excellent basketball. Naturally, other sports teams were formed. Among these athletes were the football players. Even the traditional college football team was at one time transformed from a team of players on an innocent football field to an army regiment on a battlefield. The year 1945 was, as the DeSoto put it, times that try men ' s souls. Accordingly, This great body has waged stormy battles, encountered numerous obstacles, and made attacks and counter-attacks in one of the most competitive and hardest games in life. In 1942, when the world was at war, Memphis State shut down football and The Tigers Went to War Tl m phis State fielded its 4 f l first football team the year m y i it opened its doors. Since then Memphis State football has survived winning seasons, losing seasons and it even survived a season with a different coach each week. There is one thing Tiger football was unable to survive... World War II. Less than one month after Pearl Harbor, Memphis State College ' s football team lost its first member to the war effort. The loss started at the top as Tiger head football coach C. C. Humphreys left Memphis State to join the war effort. Humphreys, who had finished his third and most successful season joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Three months later the SIAA informed the athletic officials of its member schools that there would no longer be any subsidization of athletics. The idea behind this was to put the money that would have been spent on sports into the war effort. At this time there were approximately 20 football players left at MSC. With all but a few exceptions, all of these players were subject to induction into the armed services. Thier coaches didn ' t know during spring practice which players would be left on the team when the season rolled around. All they could do was to go ahead with practice and hope for a quick end to the war. Several positions had been lost to the war already. As far as the coaches knew, MSC might lose over half of its players before fall. One relief to this problem was to get new players from students already on campus but not on the team. Another solution was that 124 Sports History Members of the 1942 Tigers football team take their oath of service into the United States Marine Corps Reserve at halftime ceremonies at the opening game of the season against Middle Tennessee State. Two of the Tigers inducted during the ceremony were killed in action during World War II. (Photo from the 1943 DeSoto) freshmen would be allowed to play on the team in unlimited numbers. By this time many colleges had already dropped football but Memphis State was able to sign four teams for the fall of 1942. Coach Humphreys was not replaced until late March in 1949. Charley Jamerson came from Memphis Tech High School to take over as the 11th head football coach of Memphis State. Two weeks before the 1942 season started, tne dratt notices arrived in the Tiger locker room. Half the team left to join the armed services. At halftime of the opening game against Middle Tennessee Teachers ' College, the remaining football team members were inducted into the United States Marine Corps Reserve. The USMCR allowed men to defer enlistment until they had completed their degree requirements. At that time they would enter Marine Officers Training School. It was designed to give the Marines a pool of qualified men for several years. MSC lost that match to Middle Tennessee 21-13. 1942 was the last year of Tiger football until 1947. Football did not end for one of the 1942 Tiger team inductees. Marine PFC Henry Acosta was awarded a certificate for his playing as a member of one of the best Pacific Service football teams — the Fourth Marine Division 11. Acosta participated in the invasion of the Marshalls and the Marinnias. Athletics and coaches were not the only MSC sports figures who left Memphis State for WWII. The sports editor of both the DeSoto and the Tiger Rag, Judson Moore, whose articles this story is based on, left school to enter the Army Air Corp. Two of the players that were inducted during that half-time ceremony did not return. Charles T. Zuendel and Harry Pillow were killed in action during the second World War. Kathy Armstrong Time Out 125 Though they may not be first in people ' s minds, the Lady Tigers were First at Memphis State T A f nen people speak of 1 1 Memphis State basketball, w w they often think of the men ' s team first. Most people consider the women ' s basketball team the new kid on the block. They are, however, incorrect. Women ' s basketball precedes men ' s basketball at Memphis State by at least three years. The first women ' s basketball team to compete with other colleges was formed in 1917 while the first men ' s basketball There ' s always a first. In 1916-17, Memphis State fielded its first basketball team ever. Coached by Mrs. Lyda Caldwell, the team featured 11 young women. Though the uniforms seem outlandish and bulky by today ' s standards, back then the dress was considered daring. (Photo courtesy of Jane Hooker) Sports History fl ■ m m m HL j ' ■ •■ f - ' ' ' ' ' ' ' - ! ' X i t ' ' ' .,, ' ' . ' ■ m ■ ' • ' ■• ? . : ,-- ' ; ' ' S ' ■ - - •«,-•;«« ' aS6 y. ,-•-•« I f ««f U - Y ' J V-A: ; V ' „ ■ ' ■■■■•■ ' : ' ' f - ;S f ; ; -?- ; • ; ; ; .; ' : : ■■ • SS Sr $Ff Q iV;j -. ' 3 ;• . .- -. - 7 g u ' ., ' ; ; ; V -; i ' ;, : ; ;; ,r ' ,! ' ' ' • WTK m  Wm± SflHK  V ■ itj ;• asi fplll p?S 3 Winning record. The 1920-21 team, coached by Martha Teuton, had a 1 5-1-1 record and was the first team to play against another college when they beat Union University on Dec. 13, 1920. (Photo courtesy of Jane Hooker) team that competed with other colleges did net appear until 1920. The team, known as the Tigresses, played such teams as Ole Miss, Arkansas State, Delta State, Tennessee Tech and Middle Tennessee State. The women played the half-court type of basketball that Tennessee high school girls played until the mid-1970s. The women ' s teams were not looked upon as second class citizens, but were considered a part of the Memphis State athletic program. The team was even a part of the school ' s lettermen club. In the 1930s people began to change their attitudes on women participating in athletics. Several of the medical experts of the day claimed that physical exercise, including basketball, was not good for a woman ' s health. The school received pressure for several years to de-emphasize women ' s athletics because it was harmful to their health. The administration decided to yield to the pressure and discontinued the women ' s varsity basketball team after the close of the 1935-36 season. Women ' s basketball would be offered on an intramural basis. Over the next 35 years, Memphis State women would not only play basketball as an intramural sport, but would form teams to compete in the Memphis Park Commission League. In 1970, Memphis State again fielded a women ' s basketball team when Harriet Lavenne and Linda Simpson coached a women ' s basketball team for one year. The next year, in 1971, Mary Lou Johns took over the reins as the head women ' s basketball coach, a position she holds today. Until 1976, when Memphis State began to award women ' s athletic scholarships, the women ' s team competed on a extramural basis. Since then the women ' s basketball program has developed into the program it is today. Though women ' s basketball may not be first in the minds of Memphis State fans, they know they were first at Memphis State. Kathy Armstrong City champions. The 1923-24 West Tennessee State Normal School ' s women ' s basketball team kept up the winning tradition by becoming city champs. Today ' s LadyTigers continue what was started in 1917. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Time Out 127 An intense look just may urge the ball into the hole as Cynthia Giannini gives her total attention to the shot. The Lady Tigers fielded one of the smallest golf teams in years with six players total. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Racing ahead, Ron Ferrara attempts to clip the ball from the opponent. With only five years as an established team, Coach Bermel comments on his soccer team, We have come a long way... (Photo by Devin Greaney) Jumping above the rest, Monica Glass reaches for the ball with a quick move before the opponent gets to it. Working on spirit this year, the women ' s basketball team adopted the slogan A New Attitude and finished with a 20-9 record. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) S, ome real changes took place in the sports program. Take, for instance, the debut appearance of a women ' s soccer team. Other sports continue to establish themselves like the equestrian team. Look at the men ' s basketball with a rookie coach, and the loss of some experienced players, yet they are a team that surprised the sports world with its performance. Or how about a women ' s basketball team that learned how to play together to produce winning elements. And don ' t forget a football team of fresh players under the helm of a new coach. In the spring some original women basketball players reunited while some other athletes came to life from an old cheerleading photo to tell their stories of past games. Games and sports are still played today to take a Time Out. St 9MHP- aJP ; v r F - MfmH 4 9 ,jk „. L K 4k JH IHP ♦ % f £fci— l , MyUK m N ( J S V  i jl :«J ' pr -1 V W k Bk -■ ■ ! ' tafc, t TliMiH _ J; : P Gotcha. Senior linebacker David Brandon tackles Mississippi State quarterback Don Smith. Brandon is second in the Tiger record books for most quarterback sacks in a season and most tackles for lost yardage, third for most quarterback sacks and tackles for lost yardage in a career. Brandon is tied with senior Dennis Borcky for most fumble recoveries in a season. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 130 Football When it was time for a change, the Tigers looked to a new coach and younger players for Direction to the Future W hat can be said about the 1986 football season? That they had a 1-10 record... That it was the first year under a new head coach... While these statements are undoubtedly true, the Tigers ' season was not without its exciting moments. Charlie Bailey took over the helm as the Tigers ' 18th head football coach since 1912 when MSU started the sport. Bailey replaced Rey Dempsey, who compiled a 7-12-3 record in two years. It was also a season that saw one of the youngest starting lineups of any team in the country. The Tigers faced the task of replacing 24 lettermen from ' 85, including three quarterbacks. The traditional first game of the season, against rival Ole Miss, featured nine new Tiger starters. Things looked bright early as running back Jeff Womack scored the team ' s first touchdown of the season, giving MSU a 6-0 lead. However, not even three first quarter turnovers by the Rebels could lift the Tigers to victory, spoiling Bailey ' s coaching debut. After an opening 28-6 loss to the Rebels in Jackson, Miss., the Tigers returned home to face Arkansas State. The Tigers ' loss to Ole Miss was compounded when starting freshman quarterback Andy Whitwell went down with a shoulder injury. The second game of the season saw the Tigers start another quarterback when sophomore Tom Branner took over for the injured Whitwell. The Arkansas State Indians came to Memphis and left with a 30- 10 victory. As the season progressed the Tiger freshmen began to see more and more playing time. After a disastrous first half against Louisville, head coach Charlie Bailey made a decision. The Tigers, trailing 31-0, were going to start building for the future. They were going to depend on the younger players, now even more than before. (continued on page 1 32) Charlie Bailey took over as the 18th head football coach since the Tigers started football in 1912. Bailey ' s first season with MSU was a disappointing 1-10. The Tigers only victory came on a fourth quarter rally against Vanderbilt. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Time Out You ' re not going anywhere. Freshman defensive back Reggie Dubose refuses to let a University of Tennessee player penetrate deeper into MSU territory. Senior linebackers Octavian Sharp and David Brandon rush to defend the Tiger goal line. (Photo by Kevin Lazarini) You can ' t catch me. Freshman quarter back Tim Jones scrambles between the arms of the Tennessee defense. The week before at Vanderbilt, Jones scramble on a fourth quarter two-point conversion gave the Tigers their only victory of the season. (Photo by Kevin Lazarini) Direction to the Future . . . SCOREBOARD Record (W-L-T): 1-10-0 Opponent Ole Miss 6-28 Arkansas State 10-30 S.W. Louisiana 10-26 Louisville 8-34 Mississippi State 17-34 Alabama 0-37 Southern Mississippi 9-14 Vanderbilt 22-21 Tennessee 3-33 Tulane 6-15 New Mexico 13-20 We ' re going to build on the future, Bailey said. At halftime I told the coaches that we were going to start going with the younger guys. We were going to keep it simple. I didn ' t care if they made mistakes, but we were going to let them play, he said. During the Oct. 4 Homecoming game against Mississippi State, the Tigers found the quarterback that would start for the remainder of the season. Down 17-0, freshman Tim Jones came into the game in the second quarter and led the Tigers to 17 quick points before the half ended. It proved to be their only points of the 132 M Football game in a 34-17 loss. Memphis State met second- ranked Alabama the next week on the road, using the wishbone offense for the first time. It was obvious that the Tigers had not yet adjusted to this new offensive scheme, fumbling eight times on the day. We have a young offense and we will make mistakes. When we get rid of them, we will win some games, Jones said after the game. The Tigers ' only victory of the season came at the expense of the Vanderbilt Commodores. At the start of the fourth quarter it looked as if the Tigers would lose their eighth straight game, but an interception by sophomore Mike Nettles set the stage for the Tiger victory. The win came on a two-point conversion by Tim Jones. Several Tigers entered the school record books in 1986. Senior running back Jeff Womack took over second place for most rushes by Tiger in a career and fourth place for most yards rushing in a career. Senior flanker Jerry Harris is the Tigers ' leader for most kickoff returns and most kickoff return yardage in a career. Harris is also second for the most pass receptions in a game. In his last game as a Tiger, (continued on page 135) This victory is ours. After the Tigers gained the lead against Vanderbilt, the Tiger defense dug in to preserve the win. Freshman Tory Epps( 66) stops the Commodore ball carrier as sophomore defensive back Damon Young( 18) backs him up. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 3 4 133 Time Out tpi Sammy steals the show. Sophomore wide receiver Sammy Seals returns a New Mexico kickoff for a gain. Seals returned three Lobo kickoffs for a total of 81 yards. Seals is now in second place in the Tiger record books for both the most kickoff return yardage and most kickoff returns in a season. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) They could have danced all night. The Tigers 22-21 victory over the Commodores of Vanderbilt had the Tigers, as well as the Tiger fans, celebrating the end of the nation ' s longest losing streak by a Division-I team. Junior offensive tackle Tim Borcky dances with joy with junior center Ted Gatewood. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 4 134 Football Direction to the Future . . . Harris had nine receptions. He also entered the record books as third for most yards receiving in a career, fourth for most kickoff returns in a career and fifth for most pass receptions in a career. Punter Arthur Franklin is second on the Tigers ' list for punts in a game, third for highest punting average in a career, and fourth for most punts in a career and most yards punted in a season. Sophomore Sammy Seals became the Tigers ' second leader in most kickoff returns and most kickoff return yardage in a season. Senior linebacker David Brandon is second for the most quarterback sacks in a season and most tackles for lost yardage, third for most quarterback sacks and tackles for lost yardage in a career. Brandon is tied with senior defensive end Dennis Borcky for most fumble recoveries in a season. Kathy Armstrong Freshman Tim Jones first saw action during the Mississippi State game. Jones won the starting position for the next game with Alabama and kept it for the rest of Senior running back Jeff Womack is determined to let nothing stand between him and the Vanderbilt goal line. Womack ' s fourth quarter touchdown set up the Tigers ' only victory of the season. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) the season. After the Alabama game, ; ' Bama coach Ray Perkins called Jones a real Doug Flutie type of quarterback. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) The party ' s over. Offensive line coach Rick Trickett reminds junior offensive tackle Scott Dill that there is ' always a next year ' following the Tigers 20-13 loss to the Lobos of New Mexico. Dill was one of only two starters from the 1985 squad. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 1 135 Time Out |P MSU Ladies Basketball (from left): Monica Glass, Beth Brown, Phillis Vaughn, Connie Hibbler, Angels Randall, Ruth Anne Forsythe, Coach Mary Lou Johns, Wanda Dillard, Rhonda Lauderdale, Michelle Winrow, Coach Mark Lewis, Kori Gourley and Joy Jensen. (Photo by Photo Services) With a new attitude that showed through in their plays on court, the Lady Tigers Set the Record Straight he first time that the 1986-S7 Lady Tiger basketball team met, head coach Mary Lou Johns noticed the change in the team ' s attitude. The previous season, Memphis State had finished with a 16-12 record. Acceptable for many basketball programs, the record fell far below standards already set by Johns at MSU. So a change was in order, one that would lead the Lady 136 %P Women ' s Basketball Tiger basketball program to even greater heights. Johns and her coaching staff told the players that their attitudes should be a lot better and that they should have respect for all members of the squad. A new attitude was needed desperately. The ladies returned for practice in the fall with a vigor and lust for the game that Johns was pleased to see. With their team slogan, A New Attitude, emblazoned across bumper stickers all over Memphis, the team set out to conquer the basketball world. And they almost did. MSU finished with a 20-9 record, the fifth time in the last seven seasons that Johns has led the Lady Tigers to 20 or more victories in a season. MSU won the Metro Conference regular Coming down strong with a rebound, Connie Hibbler lets two South Carolina teammates know that this missed shot isn ' t theirs. (Photo by Photo Services) Six foot Michelle Winrow was one of two Lady Tigers freshmen on the squad this year. Although the team was dubbed an also-ran team in the Metro, they proved themselves overachievers. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) season title with a 9-3 record and qualified for the NCAA tournament. Even though the women lost in the second round of the NCAA to Virginia, 76-75, the season was night and day as compared to the previous one. It ' s very satisfying for me as their coach and what they ' ve been able to accomplish, Johns said. I really knew the first couple of weeks (continued on page 138) Time Out 137 A career high 341 points was achieved by Connie Hibbler, a junior guard from Memphis, in a 91-81 loss to Tennessee. Hibbler averaged 16 points per game last year. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) The 100-point barrier was broken by the Lady Tigers against Cheney State when the two met in the Lady Tigers Classic. Memphis State won 110-45. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Set the Record . . . into practice that the chemistry was good on the team. You could sense it. I don ' t think there ' s anybody in the country who thought the girls could do what they did. In posting the 20-win season, Johns was named Metro Coach of the Year. Forward Wanda Dillard averaged 18.3 points per game in taking the Metro Player of the Year award, and both Dillard and guard Connie Hibbler were named to the All-Metro team. I think it is probably one of the best teams I ' ve had, Johns said. I ' ll have to put them right up there with the best. This team did so much with so little. 138 Women ' s Basketball 6% y The Lady Tigers opened the season with a 1-2 record, something that raised a few eyebrows within the Lady Tigers ' camp. MSU answered the questions in the next five games, however, as the Lady Tigers swept through three straight victories and traveled to Metro foes Cincinnati and Louisville for two more wins. MSU also swept through most of their remaining schedule, which included wins over nationally ranked Ole Miss and Vanderbilt. MSU won most of their games with offense, as the Lady Tigers averaged 81.6 points a game, which was good enough for fourth in MSU history. Besides Player of the Year Dillard, who led the team in scoring, and Hibbler, who averaged 16.4 to finish (continued on page 141) Outside shooting ability of junior forward Beth Brown helped the Lady Tigers when opponents shut MSU down on the inside. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Time Out 139 With a 20-9 record, the fifth time in the last victories in a season, Johns was named the seven seasons that head coach Mary Lou Metro Coach of the Year for the second Johns has led the lady Tigers to 20 or more straight year.(Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 140 Women ' s Basketball Leading the Lady Tigers in both steals and assists this season is junior guard Rhonds Lauderdale . Here, Lauderdale pumps in two points against Southern Illinois. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Set the Record . . . second, guard Rhonda Lauderdale, forward Monica Glass and center Phillis Vaughn all contributed offensively to the Lady Tigers ' punch. Glass, a senior, averaged 13.6 points a game and 7.4 rebounds. Vaughn, also a senior, averaged 9.4 points and led the team with a 9.1 rebound average. Junior Lauderdale averaged 11.8 points per game as the Lady Tigers ' point guard. MSU ' s bench, small in numbers, did provide many much needed relief efforts all season long. The third senior on the team, guard Ruth Ann Forsythe, spelled Lauderdale at the point and was third on the team in assists with 77. Junior forward Beth Brown, known as the zone buster for the team, averaged almost seven points a game off the SCOREBOARD Record: 20-9 Opponent Southern-Illinois 66-63 Mississippi State 71-81 Mississippi 65-69 Cheyney 110-45 Grambling 93-87 Arkansas 79-60 Cincinnati 91-75 Louisville 82-62 Virginia Tech 84-59 Arkansas State 75-67 Southern Mississippi 87-73 Mississippi State 73-64 South Carolina 68-78 Florida State 75-68 Tennessee 81-91 Cincinnati 91-71 Louisville 108-68 Virginia Tech 82-81 Mississippi 77-76 Western Kentucky 75-83 South Carolina 70-66 Southern Mississippi 74-75 Vanderbilt 93-74 Florida State 94-67 Radford 103-79 Alabama-Birmingham 84-76 New Orleans 61-84 Southern Mississippi 72-74 Virginia 75-76 bench. Freshmen Michelle Winrow and Kori Gourley both helped the Lady Tigers in clutch situations. Overall, the 1986-87 MSU Lady Tiger basketball team can be labeled as overachievers. Picked by virtually everyone as an also-ran in the Metro Con ference, this team made a shambles of the league race and impressed many basketball observers. Next season, Johns and her assistants, Wanda Simpson-Jones and Mark Lewis, hope to keep the momentum going built by this year ' s team and carry on toward a national championship. You want to get to that Final Four, Johns said. You keep striving for a step higher than you ' ve ever been. Phillip Tutor The best of the Metro. Junior forward Wanda Dillard was named the Metro Player of the Year. Dillard averaged over 18 points a game for the Lady Tigers. (Photo by Photo Services) Time Out 0 Being the shortest starting center in the conference has not stopped senior Phillis Vaughn as she proves with a dribble past a Southern Mississippi Lady Golden Eagle that seems like child ' s play. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) In their fourth year on the court, Coach Johns expected The Seniors to Lead the Way 142 Women ' s Basketball ■ yfy ' - ' . ' .. f rt ; ■ m 1 - 1 K ' uphiJI MZV 1 pi- ' w , | M « i ■ h One of the best conditioned and disciplined athletes to ever play at Memphis State, are the words used by Coach Johns to describe senior guard Ruth Ann Forsythe. (Photo by Photo Services) S. eniors make up the heart and soul of most collegiate teams, and the 1986-87 Lady Tigers basketball team is no exception. Our seniors did an excellent job this year, said Memphis State head coach Mary Lou Johns. I reminded them at the beginning of the year that, being seniors, a lot would be expected of them. I really expected it out of them and I knew that I ' d get it. Guard Ruth Ann Forsythe, forward Monica Glass and center Phillis Vaughn finished their playing careers in ' 87, but each one of them made a definite contribution to the Lady Tiger basketball program. Glass and Vaughn came out of junior colleges to play their last two years at MSU, which helped the team immensely by providing much Struggling for the ball against Southern Illinois is Monica Glass. Glass, a senior forward, averaged 18 points a game for the Lady Tigers. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) needed experience. Glass was a star for Paducah Community College before she transferred to MSU. A social work major, Glass was one of the Lady Tigers ' starting forwards all season and finished third on the team in scoring with a 13.6 average. The 5-11 native of Elkton, Ky., led the Metro Conference in field goal percentage (56 percent) during her junior year and was second on the team in rebounds for her final season with a 7.4 average. Vaughn had the dubious distinction of being the shortest starting center in the conference, yet still managed to be the mainstay in the middle for two seasons for MSU. A transfer from Shelby State Junior College, Vaughn led the team in rebounds with a 9.1 average and was fifth in scoring with a 9.4 average. But probably the best-known of the seniors is Ruth Ann Forsythe. A four-year player for the Lady Tigers, Forsythe is the perfect example of what Lady Tiger basketball is all about. Always wearing knee pads because of her hustling style of play, Forsythe won over countless fans to the Lady Tiger program. Despite averaging only three points this year, Forsythe was an invaluable floor leader for the team. Losing players the quality of Glass, Vaughn and Forsythe won ' t make coach Johns ' task any easier for 1988. But the players have left an impression on Lady Tiger basketball that won ' t soon be forgotten. Phillip Tutor 143 Time Out fr We are number one! Members of the Tigers Cardinals which gave them the Metro basketball team celebrate their third Conference championship. (Photo by Mark straight victory over the Louisville Gammon) Intent on his course, sophomore guard determined not to let a Florida State player Sidney Atkins had to sit out for two years prevent him form making up for lost time, before becoming a Tiger but he was (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Pleading his case to the referees is head coach Larry Finch who, in his first season as the Tigers head coach, set a MSU record for most wins by a rookie coach. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 144 Men ' s Basketball Though no one expected them to win the Metro, the Tigers showed everyone that this was the Season for Miracles he season was a failure before it even began. Memphis State was on NCAA probation and was prevented from going to the NCAA tournament. But that really didn ' t matter because the Tigers had lost three key players from last year to graduation and the NBA draft. The coach was fired three weeks before the start of practice and two months before the start of the season so MSU had a rookie coach at its helm. Everyone knew the 1986-87 season would not be the year of the Tiger. Everyone that is except the Tigers. Someone forgot to tell the team that it was picked to finish in fourth place in the Metro and with a .500 season. But throughout the season the Tigers never gave up until the final buzzer sounded, often winning in the closing second of the game. The first sign the Tigers gave of the season to come came in their pre- season game against the Athletes in Action. Memphis State was down at halftime but fought back to win. Memphis State opened the season against Cleveland State in the first round of the NIT Classic. The Tigers were behind with 10 minutes to go in the game but fought back to win 70-66. In the second round of the NIT, once again the Tigers won a come- from-behind victory. During the final rounds of the NIT in New York City, MSU lost by one point to top ranked Western Kentucky. Then number one ranked Nevada-Las Vegas came to town in early December and the Tigers lost by three points after being down by one point with 12 seconds to go in the game. At the beginning of the second semester, the Tigers traveled to Oral Roberts University in Tulsa. MSU was behind by seven points with less than 15 seconds in the game. The Tigers won on a last second shot by senior guard John Wilfong from three point range to gain another miracle win. Dubbed the Cardiac Kids, the Tigers forced Memphis State to post signs warning people with heart conditions to not watch the Tigers play. (continued on page 146) With a sharp cut-off, junior guard Dwight Boyd tries to stop a UNLV player from scoring. The Running Rebels, who finished the regular season with only one loss, visited the Tigers early in the season and escaped with a three-point victory. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Time Out 145 Season for Miracles . . . In January the Tigers traveled to Louisville and embarrassed the Cardinals on national TV, defeating Louisville 64-48. When New Orleans came to the Mid-South Coliseum, the Tigers were trailing by eight points with MSU Basketball Seated (from left): Dave Loos; Larry Finch and Dorsey Sims. Standing: Dwight Boyd; Kenneth Moody; Vincent Askew; Ron McClain; Dewayne Bailey; Marvin Alexander; Rodney Douglas; Vincent Robinson; Sidney Adkins and John Wilfong (not pictured: John Williams and Sylvester Gray.) (Photo by Photo Services) M Half a Second - Dana Kirk L emphis State University terminated head basketball coach Dana Kirk Sept. 16, handing the reigns of the program over, to assistant coach Larry Finch on an interim basis. The termination of Mr. Kirk ' s services is based upon the University ' s decision to change the leadership of the men ' s basketball program, said MSU President Thomas G. Carpenter. Memphis State athletic director Charles Cavagnaro called the MSU basketball team together that same afternoon and notified the squad of the University ' s decision. It ' s kind of a shock to us all, Finch said, referring to Kirk ' s dismissal, but I intend to keep the program headed in the right direction. Finch assumes the role of interim coach pending decisions regarding the initiation of a search for a new head coach, according to Carpenter. This is a sad moment for me because I ' m saying goodbye to a man I ' ve worked with for seven years, Finch said. Kirk ' s release comes in the midst of a federal grand jury probe that has been going on for over 18 months. Finch refused to comment on the causes for Kirk ' s dismissal, saying only that there was no indication such action would be taken. Assistant coach Lee Fowler said he was pleased by the appointment of Finch, saying that he is a natural guy for the position. I think that coach Finch is going to do a great job. Fowler was, however, concerned about the possible negative effects the sudden change might have on the community support of the team. I hope the town will get behind the kids, because after all, that ' s what we ' re here for, he said. Fowler felt confident that Kirk ' s departure would not adversely affect the players. I think that after the initial shock, they ' ll be fine, he said. Kirk, 51, a native of Logan, W. Va., compiled a 158-58 record after coming to MSU in 1979. Under Kirk, the Tigers won three Metro Conference championships and competed in the NCAA tournament for five years. William T. Barnett Darrin M. Devault Dana Kirk watches from the sideline during his last season as head basketball coach at Memphis State. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 146 m? Men ' s Basketball less than two minutes in the game when once again the Tigers reached into their magic hat and pulled out another miracle win on a last second shot by Wilfong. MSU pulled out yet another miracle against the University of Southern Mississippi in Hatties- burg. The Tigers were behind with two minutes left when they came back to win by four points. South Carolina also fell victim to the Cardiac Kids ' miracle wins. The game was tied when junior forward Vincent Askew hit a shot with one second on the clock to give the Tigers a 55-53 win. South Carolina Coach George Felton said, Memphis State is a consistent team. They adjust well to the tempo of the teams that they played throughout the season. If the games are in the 20s or in the 90s, they adjust to that tempo. The Louisville Cardinals came into Memphis for the last home game. After leading for most of the game, the score was tied until junior guard Dwight Boyd hit a free throw to give the Cardiac Kids another miracle win. When the Metro Tournament started, Memphis State was among the teams participating, much to the chagrin of Louisville coach Denny Crum. Prior to the start of the season, Metro officials took a vote on whether they should let Memphis State go to the Metro Tourney. The vote was unanimous; Memphis State would go to the Metro. Every school voted twice and each time the vote was the same, six yes votes. Memphis State abstained from the voting. I don ' t think anybody should be in the Metro Tournament if they are on probation. If you analyze the reason we play the tournament it is to determine who should go to the NCAA. If a team is ineligible, not only can they not go to the tournament, but they can keep someone else who can go from going, Crum said. (continued on page 150) With powerful ease, Vincent Askew pulls down the rebound against Nevada-Las Vegas. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) I ' ll show you! Some Tigers fans felt slighted when sophomore center Marvin Alexander was left off the All-Metro teams. Alexander showed officials what he was made of and went on the win the John Gunn Outstanding Player Award for the most valuable player in the Metro Tournament. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 147 Time Out Another tribute. Accompanied by his wife Vickie, Finch is honored during pre-game ceremonies when his jersey was retired. A banner now hangs from the scoreboard in the Mid-South Coliseum. (Photo by Photo Services) Half a Second Larry Finch -Li arry Finch faced a task few would envy when he took over the job as head basketball coach for the Memphis State Tigers Sept. 25, after Dana Kirk was fired. During his years as head coach, Kirk had compiled a 158-58 record, won three Metro championships and competed in the NCAA tournament five years. Additionally, the team was on probation and had lost three key players from the previous year. But that didn ' t stop Finch. Most of you know I am a winner. I have been around winning programs. As a player we went to the Final Four, as an assistant coach we went to the Final Four and we intend to go again, Finch said after moving out of his seven-year assistant coaching position. •I can ' t help feeling sorry for Bill Walton— he ' s good enough to be Finch fans dusted off their signs from the 1973 Tigers team that went to the NCAA finals as Finch took over the helm as the Tigers ' skipper and guided them to the Metro Championship. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) 148 m Men ' s Basketball Finch started his winning career at Memphis State in 1969 when freshmen were not allowed to play varsity intercollegiate basketball. In the next three years he dominated Tiger basketball, moving to first place on the all time scoring chart, a position he held until Keith Lee topped him after playing four years. Finch stills hold at least five MSU records: most points scored in a game, 48; most points in a season, 721; and is tied with Vincent Askew for most consecutive games scoring in double figures. Tigers fans remember the Finch years as hot and exciting. They felt he made basketball fun to watch. One incident some Finch fans remember was the game against Houston. The Tigers were leading by a large margin when Finch started dancing on the court, dazzling the crowd with his footwork and dribbling. Tiger fans felt as if he were born to play basketball. He was able to shoot, jump, rebound and make free throws. He also helped lead the Tigers to the NCAA finals in 1973 until they lost to UCLA. A Memphis native, Finch has the ability to communicate to the city and pull it together. He has a love for Memphis and is proud of the city. And Memphis is proud of Larry Finch. Before the season was over he had Memphis State fans asking, Dana Who? Kathy Armstrong Reaching for the top, Finch encourage players to ignore the pre-season polls a ;, aim for the top. (Photo by Photo Service, MSU basketball circa 1970s...Larry Finch leaps into the air to pull in a rebound against Loyola. (Photo by Photo Services) I like girls. Women are another love in Larry Finch ' s life besides fashion and basketball. (Photo by Photo Services) 149 Time Out An attempt to dribble past senior guard John Wilfong is made by Cincinnati ' s Romell Shorter. Playing at MSU in the footsteps of his father and uncle, Wilfong led the Metro Conference in steals. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) SCOREBOARD Record: 26-8 Opponent Cleveland State 70-66 Michigan 82-76 Western Kentucky 67-68 Temple 59-67 Nevada-Las Vegas 77-80 Murray State 78-47 Georgia State 82-71 Georgia 79.70 Tennessee State 77-62 Arkansas State 60-61 San Diego State 101-75 Alcorn State 108-56 Oklahoma State 89-51 Missouri 61-59 Austin Peay 82-67 Cincinnati 83-63 St. Louis 67-54 Oral Roberts 59-58 South Carolina 52-64 Florida State 76-68 Virginia Tech 83-66 Louisville 64-48 New Orleans 74-73 Southern Mississippi 77-84 Bradley 82-74 Florida State 89-98 Southern Mississippi 76-72 Cincinnati 73-76 South Carolina 55-53 Louisville 58-57 Virginia Tech 74-65 Cincinnati 87-58 South Carolina 74-64 Louisville 75-52 denotes Metro Conference Tournament game I Season for Miracles . . . Not everyone agreed with Crum. South Carolina coach George Felton said, I ' m glad Memphis State is going to the Metro. I think they deserve to go and I don ' t really care that they are on probation, if they win, so what about the bid. The first team MSU faced was Cincinnati. The Tigers were hungry to avenge the loss earlier to the Bearcats that prevented MSU from finishing in a first place tie with Louisville. The Tigers rolled to a 87-58 win over the Bearcats to 150 m?r Men ' s Basketball Dribbling past a UNLV player is senior forward Kenneth Moody. Moody was one of only two seniors on the team and his outstanding shooting was one of the reasons for the Tigers ' success. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Even Vitale was Impressed! Freshman Sylvester Gray shoots over two Cincinnati Bearcats players. Sportscaster Dick Vitale was so impressed with Grays ' s ability that he named Gray to his Diaper Dandy squad as one of the best freshman in the country. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Under control. Sophomore Rodney Douglas scores for the Tigers over two Murray State defenders. In another game against Missouri, Douglas hit the game winning shot with six seconds left in the game. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) advance to the semi-finals against South Carolina. Memphis rolled out of the starting gate gunning for the Gamecocks gaining a 23-8 lead 10 minutes into the ball game. The Tigers defeated South Carolina 74-64 to get a third shot at the Louisville Cardinals in 1987. The Tigers looked at the final game of the Metro as their Final Four, the fact that they were playing Louisville was only icing on the cake. Earlier in the year the Tigers had embarrassed the Cardinals on Louisville ' s home court, beating them by 16 points. In the final game of the Metro tournament, Memphis State made the earlier drubbing look mild as they rolled to a 75-52 win over arch rival Louisville once against in Freedom Hall, their home court. Kathy Armstrong Time Out $► Close call. Rodney Bright, a junior third baseman from Memphis, tags a Florida State Seminole runner out at third base. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) With a new look in the outfield, the Tigers showed their consistancy as they had their 15th winning season to prove The Tigers Aim for Perfection 152 Baseball r T, he 1987 Tiger baseball season started with a 1-3 loss and a 2-2 tie against Arkansas on a cold dreary Valentine ' s day. It ended on a warm May day with a 1-13 loss to Cincinnati in the Metro Tourn- ament. Along the way the Tigers complied a 33-23-1 record, the 15th consecutive winning season for the Tigers since coach Bobby Kilpatrick took over as head coach. The 1987 season also saw a few changes in the playing area. The team replaced the chain link fence in the outfield with a wooden one. f fr l Man of many talents. Sophomore Chris Marable played in every position for Memphis State. As a pitcher, Marable had a 2-0 record with two saves. He also led the Tigers in runs-batted-in and doubles. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) The first recorded perfect game in Memphis State history was pitched by freshman, Mark Bowlan, against the Louisville Cardinals during the last regular game of the 1987 season. (Photo by Mike Finn) Though the Tigers got off to a slow start, they had a 20-20-1 record by April 22, they won 13 of their last 16 games. In 1987 the Tigers enjoyed wins over several rivals. In early March the Tigers relished their 9-7 win over one of their arch-rivals, the Ole Miss Rebels. In late March, a cross-state rival, the University of Tennessee Volunteers came to town. The Tigers beat the Vols twice. In the first game, MSU trounced UT 24-1, and in the second game, the Tigers won 7-5. (continued on page 155) 153 Time Out 0 No passing zone. Senior first baseman Bubba Burr takes a throw from the MSU third baseman Rodney Bright to put a Florida State Seminole runner out at first base. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Freshman pitcher Mark Bowlan was offered a football scholarship from Memphis State but choose to play baseball instead. On the last home game of the season, the freshman from Frayser picked up the first perfect baseball game in Memphis State history when the Tigers trounced the Louisville Cardinals 13-0. (Photo by Photo Services) 154 0 Baseball Aim for Perfection . . . MSU fans also enjoyed the fact that the Tigers won five out of six games from the University of Louisville Cardinals. One of the highlights of the season came during the last game of the regular season. On May 3, 1987, freshman Mark Bowlan pitched the first recorded perfect game in Memphis State history. It was just icing on the cake that the perfect win came at the expense of the Louisville Cardinals. The freshman, Bowlin, who prepped at Frayser High, defeated the Cardinals 13-0, and ended the season with an 8-1 record and an earned run average of 3.36. After the regular season ended, the Tigers headed to Charlotte, N.C. to compete in the North Carolina- Charlotte Invitational. The Tigers sailed to the tourney title by defeating Davison 11-5 and Western Kentucky 10-1. Memphis State won its opening game of the Metro Tournament, defeating Southern Mississippi 10-1, and lost the last two games, falling 2-6 to Southern Carolina and 1-13 to Cincinnati. (continued on page 157) SCOREBOARD Record: 33-23-1 Opponent Opponent Arkansas 5-21 Southern Mississippi 5-8 Arkansas 7-14 Southern Mississippi 11-6 Christian Brothers 11-1 Arkansas State 4-1 Arkansas 1-3 Arkansas State 10-0 Arkansas 2-2 Arkansas -Little Rock 1-5 Christian Brothers 3-11 Arkansas-Little Rock 2-8 Arkansas-Little Rock 0-3 Florida State 4-6 Arkansas-Little Rock 5-2 Southern Mississippi 3-4 I Mississippi 9-7 Florida State 6-7 Austin Peay 16-14 Southern Mississippi 3-4 Middle Tennessee 7-8 Southern Mississippi 4-3 Northwest Mississippi 18-2 Florida State 5-7 Rhodes College 4-1 Austin Peay 15-0 j Murray State 11-10 Louisville 17-3 Indiana State 6-3 Louisville 17-8 Washington 25-3 Louisville 12-3 Lambuth College 13-1 Rhodes College 15-3 Vanderbilt 10-12 Arkansas State 10-4 Murray State 11-8 Arkansas State 6-5 Middle Tennessee 1-2 Louisville 6-7 Middle Tennessee 4-2 Louisville 8-4 Mississippi 6-7 Louisville 13-0 Tennessee 24-1 N.C. -Charlotte 9-0 Tennessee 7-5 Davidson 11-5 Florida State 1-4 Western Kentucky 13-3 Florida State 0-8 Southern Mississippi 10-1 Florida State 5-4 South Carolina 2-6 Mississippi 1-2 Cincinnati 1-13 Southern Mississippi 9-0 From a Tiger to a Blue Jay. Junior pitcher, Joe Newcomb, will not return to the Memphis State Tigers in 1988. Newcomb was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays. In his two seasons pitching for the Tigers, Newcomb had a 10-9 record. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 155 Time Out Chalk another one up. Junior third baseman Memphis State in runs scored, triples and Rodney Bright rounds third base on his way home runs. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) to score another Tiger run. Bright led 156 Baseball Aim for Perfection . . . Memphis State could not have a team without members and these people were the very ones who set not only team records, but also individual records. Senior outfielder Jeff Acuff now holds the school record for most home runs in a career. Acuff set the record in the ninth inning of the game against Western Kentucky with a grand slam homerun. Senior shortstop Steve Scott took over the first position for most consecutive games with a hit at 19. First baseman Bubba Burr led the Tigers in hitting with a batting average of .386. Burr was third on the Tigers runs batted in list with 50 RBIs. The Tigers ' leader in RBIs was sophomore outfielder and pitcher, Chris Marable, who batted in 54 Tiger runs. Marable also led the Tigers in doubles with 21 and was second in runs scored with 54 and hits with 70. Marable had 10 homeruns in 1987 and a 2-0 record as a pitcher with two saves and an ERA of 2.70. Third baseman Rodney Bright led the Tigers in runs scored with 55, triples with three and home runs with 17. Kathy Armstrong Teamwork has many meanings. Members of the Memphis State baseball team build the new outfield fence. The fence replaces an old chain link fence. (Photo by Cheri Theil) Baseball Team Front row: Jeff Acuff; Scott Heliums; Mark Rich; Steve Scott; Randy Smith; Chris Marable; Mike O ' Neill; Chuck Gentry; Russell Henderson Middle row: Bobby Kilpatrick, head coach; Todd Davison; Bubba Burr; Mike Hammett; Paul Bakke; Keith Morris; Rodney Bright; Ray Archer; Scott Boggs; Mike Thieke, assistant coach Back row: Forrest Nabors; Mike Walker; David Byrd; Joe Newcomb; Gene Logan; Andy Cook; Mark Bowlan; Rusty Covington; Rusty Winslow; Ashley Landers; Bill Jones; Stan Bronson, batboy (Photo by Photo Services) 157 Time Out % Whether on the sidelines or making headlines, the Memphis State cheerleaders are Spreading That Tiger Spirit V_y heerleading is more difficult than most people realize, according to Memphis State University ' s head cheerleader, Samantha Dykes. Cheerleading is like a full time job, Dykes said. We practice Monday through Friday (afternoons) from 2:30 to 5 at the Field House, plus the pep rallies and games on the weekends. Dykes also said the squad makes extracurricular appearances, such as tailgate parties, booster club meetings, banquets, luncheons and even Tom the Tiger ' s birthday party. You wouldn ' t believe some of the calls we get; people wanting us to appear at mall openings and Go, Tigers, go. Cheerleader Jodi Watson s u —crazy y es sai . i li iu i j i  ■ iiu ii.j « iu According to Dykes, a great deal leads the student section at the Mid-South e , . J ' 6 ,, .. .... , ., .- OM ot work is necessary to prepare the Coliseum in a rousing rendition of the MSU , , ,, J F ,. ,, nu i u !• iu i squad for the season. fight song. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) % ack in August C8 our squad r Cheerleaders attended the UCA college cheerleading camp to learn new sidelines, cheers and fight songs. We also learned climbing and spotting techniques for partner stunts and pyramids, Dykes said. Not only did we learn material, but we also learned to cooperate and work well together as a unit, and to have a great time. Dykes said. Dykes noted that the squad placed second in fight song competition and third in cheer competition on final day evaluation. The main purpose of the cheerleaders is to motivate fans by leading them in basic crowd- oriented cheers to support the team, said Darryl Fisher, cheerleading adviser for the Tigers. Fisher said the main focus of being a cheerleader has not changed over the years, it has just become more athletic and advanced. To be a college cheerleader you have to meet requirement skills at tryouts, Fisher said. Fisher said that tryouts consist of three mandatory partner stunts and one optional stunt, a jump, a fight song, a tumble and a dance routine for the ladies. Interviews count 30 percent per judge of the contestant ' s final score, Fisher said. According to Fisher, there have not been many major changes in the squad program except for implementing more cheers and yells that the crowd can easily follow, and looking more collegiate. The involvement of the crowd, band and Tiger Paws (spirit organization) is one of our goals for this year, Dykes said. We want to work together with all the spirit groups in order to support athletics and the University. Cheerleaders do have fringe benefits for raising the crowds ' spirits. Squad members receive $1,000 per year for tuition. Uniforms, shoes, pompons and all other squad necessities are furnished by the University, Fisher said. Sondra Acuff What do you think of MSU? As evidenced by her hand signals, cheerleader Maggie Whitehead rates MSU a perfect 10. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Look out world. The cheerleaders lead their traditional jaunt across the football field ahead of the team before Memphis State ' s season-ending contest against New Mexico. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Sitting: Laura Taliafero Kneeling: Jodi Watson, Penny Floyd Standing: Glenn Spencer, Samantha Dykes, Van VanEaton, Sondra Acuff, Benny Darnell, Maggie Whitehead, and Tim Giron (Photo by Photo Services) 159 Time Out SCOREBOARD Record 4-15 Opponent Vanderbilt 3-6 Purdue 1-8 McNeese 0-6 Belhaven 6-3 South Alabama 1-5 Mississippi State Vanderbilt 2-7 | 4-5 ! Evansville 5-2 Arkansas-Little Rock 0-6 i Austin Peay Louisville 5-4 2-7 Murray State Middle Tennessee 3-5 5-1 Tennessee-Martin 4-5 Missippissi Tennessee-Martin 1-7 1-5 Arkansas-Little Rock 2-5 Murray State Mississippi Metro Tournament 1-5 ! 1-5 3rd While serving in the U. S. Indoor Tennis Tournament held last February, Peter Lebedevs has full concentration. He earned a spot in the qualifying rounds of the annual Memphis tournament. (Photo by Kathy Armsirong) After losing seven of its first nine matches and finishing the season with a disappointing 4-15 record, the men ' s tennis team Takes Third in the Metro fter a 15-10 season mark in 1986, things soured a little for the Tigers netters in 1987. MSU lost seven out of their first nine matches in route to what could be described as a disappointing 4-15 season. What was disappointing was the team ' s records, according to coach Tommy Buford, despite only losing two players from the previous season ' s squad. The two players that Buford had to replace took with them a combined win-loss record of 40-14. Greg Long led the 1986 team with a 23-4 mark and a first place finish in the No. 2 singles bracket in the Metro Tournament, and Steve Lang finished at 17-10 in the No. 1 bracket for MSU in 1986. 160 p Men ' s Tennis Peter Lebedevs moved from the No. 4 to the No., 1 position in 1987 and came through with the third best record for MSU at 8-15. Simon Edmonds moved from No. 3 to No. 2 and recorded the best mark on the squad at 10-11. Robert Fly, who in moving from the No. 6 position to the No. 3 slot may have had the hardest transition, was the Tigers ' other 10-match winner at 10-13. Teamed with these players were Scott Giles, 3-14; Tom Wallace, 3-12; Lars Nilsson, 7-12 and Nick Buoni, 4-12. What took the sting out of the lackluster season record was the team ' s play in the season finale-he Metro Tournament. MSU, who was tied for the first place with eventual champion South Carolina after the first day of competition, finished strong in the tournament, locked in a tie with Louisville for third place. On the third and final day of the tournament (when the championship and consolation matches are played),, the Tigers had four singles players in the competition and two of the three doubles teams still in the hunt for the Metro trophy. In singles play, Buoni narrowly missed the No. 5 singles championship, as he lost in straight sets to Florida State University ' s Todd Collins, 7-5, 7-5. In doubles play, the team of Fly-Nilsson lost the championship match of the No. 2 doubles 6-2, 6-3 to Dave Delseni- Brian Barker of South Carolina. Phillip Tutor Memphis State netter Simon Edmonds shows the correct body placement and racquet grip as he hits a backhand. (Photo by Photo Services) Men ' s Tennis Team Front Row: Tom Wallace, Robert Fly, Peter Lebbedevs, Tommy Buford, coach; Back Row: Scott Giles, Simon Edmonds, Lars Nilsson, Nick Bouni. Time Out 0 A native of Pittsburgh, Pa., Stephanie Elek pauses to watch her backhand return shot. No. 1 seed Elek had the task of facing the toughest competition this season. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) .. ( W jP : J mt BA ' m • jmH 1 ' w : s ; ■ - ,■-..--:- ■ ■ :, ' - : - v- - ' ..-- ' Freshman Louanne Melone of Naples, Fla., who only lost one match in her high school career, dips low to return a shot in a Lady Tiger home match. Melone did not start playing tennis until she was 14, when she moved from III. to Fla. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) SCOREBOARD Fall Record: 6-3 Spring Record: 17-11 Overall Record: 23-14 Opponent Fall Eastern Kentucky- 7-2 University of the South 9-0 Middle Tennessee State 7-1 Murray State 3-6 Louisville 7-2 SlU-Carbondale 5-4 Illinois State 7-2 Ole Miss 0-9 University of Arkansas 0-8 Spring Southern Mississippi 9-0 Alabama 0-9 Georgia Tech 2-5 SIU-Edwardsville 2-7 St. Louis University 9-0 Ole Miss 1-8 Arkansas -Little Rock 3-6 Mississippi State 7-2 University of N. Florida 0-9 Flagler College 2-7 Jacksonville University 8-1 Palm Beach Jr. College 7-2 Florida Comm. College 5-4 Western Kentucky 8-1 Centenary 4-5 Louisiana Tech 9-0 Arkansas State 6-3 Southern Illinois 9-4 Southern Mississippi 8-1 Middle Tennessee State 9-0 N.E. Louisiana 5-2 SIU-Edwardsville 1-5 Murray State 5-4 Austin Peay 6-3 Arkansas -Little Rock 4-5 Southern Mississippi 9-0 Florida State 0-9 Virginia Tech 6-0 denotes Metro Conference 162 Women ' s Tennis Take a team with little experience, lots of Mold Themselves Into Winners harlotte Peterson, Memphis State ' s women ' s tennis coach, entered the 1986-87 season with a team that was short on experience but loaded with talent. Having only two seniors on the squad, Peterson had a task in store. She needed to mold the three freshmen and two sophomores into a competent group. Not only did she do this, she made them winners. Finishing the year at 23-14 (6-3 for the fall and 17-11 in the spring), the Lady Tigers ' tennis team surpassed all expectations. Peterson, who has now been at the helm of the women ' s tennis team for 12 seasons, was happy with the way the season ended. Playing for third place at the Metro Conference tournament in Hattiesburg, Miss., MSU took four of the six singles matches from Metro rival Virginia Tech to post a 6-3 win and take the third place trophy. I ' m very happy with the season record and I ' m also very happy with the finish in the Metro, Peterson said. I think we have really improved. As the only two seniors on the team, No. 4 seed Mahmuda Jafarey and No. 6 seed Robyn Stern proved to be the reliable tandem on the court for MSU. Paired together as doubles partners, both finished at or near the top of the Metro in their respective brackets. She (Jafarey) was the highest point-getter and the leader as far as showing the maturity on the court and the consistency it takes to win, Peterson said. I felt very secure in them being on the court, in just their leadership value, and their consistent play throughout the year, Peterson said. That will be missed. Next season, des pite not having any seniors on the squad, Peterson will return five top-notch tennis players. Back for their junior seasons will be No. 1 seed Stephanie Elek, who had the task of facing the best the competition had to offer all season and No. 3 seed Kimberly Faulkner, who teamed with Elek in doubles play. With the influx of talented youth on the team, three freshmen played vital roles in its success. Freshman Annika Ewaldson, the first Swedish player ever to play for the Lady Tigers, finished in the top three in the Metro and No. 5 in singles. Freshman Louanne Melone, while not finishing at the top of her bracket, did lead the team in fan appeal due to her vocal style of play. And No. 7 seed Becky Brewster, the only native Tennessean on the squad, filled in admirably when called upon. With five of the seven players returning for another season, the MSU women ' s tennis team appears to have a solid lineup ready. Next season, with the experience and knowledge gained by this year ' s team, Peterson ' s squad could be her best ever. We may lose a little bit in maturity on the court, but I think we also will gain in the depth of the team, Peterson said. Phillip Tutor MSU Women ' s Tennis Kim Faulkner, Becky Brewster, Stephanie Elek, Annika Ewaldson, Robyn Stern, Louanne Melone and Mahmuda Jafarey. (Photo by Photo Services) 163 Time Out Despite their small size and new recruitment regulations,the Tigers were undaunted and continued to Race for the Finish A Almost there. Eric Newton passes the baton to Gerald White during a relay. The relay team did not compete in the Metro Conference Championships due to injury, but Newton finished in second place in the 200-meter dash. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) SCOREBOARD Indoor track Indiana Invitational Arkansas Invitational Post World Invitational Nat ' l Collegiate Athletic Assoc. Metro Conference Outdoor track New Orleans, La. Arkansas State Invitational SEMO Relays Razorback Invitational Mississippi State Invitational Murray State Invitational Memphis State Invitational Metro Conference reduced squad and new recruitment regulations plagued the 1987 men ' s track team. This past year we began the season with a strong team, but we lost six people because they were declared academically ineligible, Coach Glen Hays said. When you lose six out of 18 people, and all of them are good, he continued, it hurts. Concerning the recruitment regulations, Hays said, During the seventies and early eighties we always had some talented people, and a lot of them were from Great Britain. Then the National Collegiate Athletic Asssociation changed its regulations. In the past potential international students were able to take their ACT or SAT when they arrived on campus. Now those tests must be taken in their country. It is becoming more difficult to recruit from Great Britain because of the NCAA regulations; so the line of athletes has been shut off, Hays Up and over. Chris Horton leaps over a hurdle during the 3,000-meter steeplechase. Horton placed second in the Metro Conference Championships in this event. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Memphis State tracksters Gerald Thornton, Eric Newton, John Strong and George Kandelas pour on the speed as they race around the track during a practice. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 164 0 Men ' s Track said. Despite the reduction in the team ' s size and the new NCAA regulations, the team competed in at least five indoor meets and eight outdoor meets. During the Razorback Invitational Track meet, sophomore sprinter Eric Newton placed fourth with a time of 10.69 seconds in the 100 meter dash, and senior long distance runner David Topham finished fifth in the 5,000 meter run with a time of 14:15 minutes. At the Murray State Twilight Invitational, Terry McKee finished second in the 800 meter run with a time of 1:54.41 minutes, and George Kandelas finished three seconds later in sixth place. Two Tigers, Newton and Anthony Tyson, finished first in the two preliminary heats of the 100 meter dash. In the finals of the 100 meter dash, Newton came in second and Tyson finished sixth. Eric Newton, a sprinter, was one of the athletes that did a lot for the team, Hays said. Newton also finished first in the second heat of the 200 meter dash and second in the final heat of the 200 dash. Topham also placed in the invitational— fourth in the 300 meter dash On May 9 the Tigers played host to the Memphis State Invitational at the Kennedy Complex on the South Campus. Newton finished first in both the 100 meter dash with a time of 10:53 seconds and the 200 meter dash with a time of 21:63 seconds. Two Tigers finished in first and second place in the 800 meter run. McKee finished first with a time of 1:56.66 minutes, and John Strong ran the 800 meters in 1:56.87 minutes to finish in second place. Topham ran the 1,500 meter run with a time of 3:53.72 minutes and finished in fifth place. Next the Tigers traveled to Columbia, S. Car. on May 14-16 to compete in the Metro Conference Track Championships. They finished fifth. Topham took first place in the 10,000 finals with a time of 30:25.46 minutes and set a track record at the same time. David was again one of the mainstays of the team. He won the conference in the 10,000 meter, Hays said. Topham also finished second in the 5,000 meter run with a time of 14:28.7 minutes. Newton finished in fourth place in the Metro championship 200 meter dash with a time of 21.54 seconds. He also finished sixth in the 100 meter dash with a time of 10.72 seconds. Chris Horton finished second in the 3,000 meter steeplechase with a time of 9:18.97 minutes. Horton had real good race in the conference championship, Hays said. Kathy Armstrong Time Out 165 Freshman long distance runner Lisa Koch placed first in both the one mile and two mile events at a meet with Harding University. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) The Lady Tigers track team has shown that time can be the key to success. Since the team ' s reformation two years ago, they have run with the Wind at their Backs Concentration is the key to succcessful jumps. Debra Lane, a sophomore from Memphis, has effort written all over her face as she sails over the low hurdles at the Kennedy Complex on the South Campus. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) tl ust one year can make a tremendous difference. It certainly helped the Memphis State women ' s track team. After struggling through last year in what was the re-entry of the women ' s track program at MSU, the Lady Tigers found strength in numbers this season as active recruiting by coach Brenda Cash boosted the squad. I think we were better because we had more people out. Before, we had some that had never run on a team, said Angela Logsdon, a two-year veteran. Five Lady Tigers — Kim Jones, Debra Lane, Christina Simon, Fay Beth Harrison and Logsdon — returned from the previous season and were depended on for depth and experience. Jones and Logsdon were both solid performers in team relays and their experience, helped them in other events. Jones, a junior, was one of the most dependable Lady Tiger runners. She was a consistent participant in cross country, the 800- meter and 1,500-meter. Frayser High alumni, Logsdon, notched a second place finish in the all-comers meet at Harding University with a time of 2:37 in the 800-yard run. Leading the Lady Tigers in cross country was freshman Lisa Koch, who was named to the All-Metro Conference cross country squad. Koch ' s success spilled over to the indoor track season where she placed first in both the mile and two- mile events at the Harding event. The Clarksville native should have a continued bright future at MSU. Another freshman, Tonya Brooks, placed well in her first collegiate year with several notable finishes. Out of a nine school field at the Lady Razorback Invitational in Arkansas, she captured first in the 500-meter run, only one week after placing first and second at Harding in the 440-yard dash and 60-yard dash, respectively. Called a strong- minded individual by coach Cash, Brooks also placed in the top three in two events at the Middle Tennessee Invitational in February. Recovering from injuries that beset her at Harding Academy, freshman, Julie Anderson, ran on the distance relay team, cross country and the 800-meter and 1,500- meter. Anderson had a fifth place finish in the 1,500-meter run at the Saluki Invitational. She will be relied on next season for long distance running. Two Memphis Central products helped the team last season. Freshman Sherrykwang Bell, an all-stater in high school, rebounded from knee surgery before the fall season to do well in competition. Her best time came while competing in the 100- and 300-meter dashes. And veteran Lane gave the team stability in both cross country and track. Other veterans, Harrison and Simon, were vital to the success of the Lady Tigers. Harrison took time away form graduate studies to run cross country, meters and relays. Simon, who received the 1986 Track and Field Most Improved Award, gave depth in meter events. In addition, freshman Patty Hoffler, Sarah Stevens and Deborah Shipman showed improvement over the season. Walk-on senior Shyamala Rajagopalan was a pleasant surprise in middle distances. Continued improvement of the Lady Tiger track program will depend on determination and off- season work. I ' m going to do more long distance running this summer and do enough to stay in shape, Logsdon said, anticipating team practice. Darrin Devault 166 4f Women ' s Track Just a little bit further. Karen Bryant knows that a few extra inches can make all the difference. She stretches to reach her maximum potential during the long jump. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) On your mark, get set...go! Three Lady Tigers explode out of the starter ' s block as Coach Cash sounds the gun at a Kennedy Sportsplex practice session. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) MSU Women ' s Track and Cross Country Front Row: Debra Lane, Sarah Stevens, Angela Logsdon, Tonya Brooks, Lisa Koch, Fay Beth Harrison, Deborah Shipman, Kim Jones, Patti Hofler, Julie Anderson Back Row: Christina Simon, coach Brenda Cash, Shyamala Rajagopalan (Photo by Photo Services) Time Out 167 Finishing in the top ten in every tournament they played in, the Memphis State golf team Shot the Low Rounds X he Memphis State golf team once again put in a successful season, finishing in the top 10 in every tournament in which they competed. The Tigers also placed third in the Metro Conference tournament. The 1986 fall golf season opened with the Murray State Intercollegiate Tournament and the Tiger ' s golf team finished in second place with a team score of 892, just one stroke off the tourney winner, Kentucky. Junior Steve Metz finished the tournament in second place with a score of 219. Metz tied with Richie Bastrop from the University of Te nnessee at Chattanooga by the end of regulation play, but lost in a sudden death play-off. In a rut. Tim Manus concentrates as he shoots his ball out of the rough and onto the green. Manus had a 75.5 stroke average for the spring and fall semesters combined. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) SCOREBOARD Tournament Finish Murray State Inter. 2nd Louisiana State Inter. 10th Hillman Robbins Inter. 6th Dixie Intercollegiate 9th Seminole Intercollegiate 5th New Orleans Inter. 1st Pepsi-Budweiser USF 9th Southeastern Inter. 7th Jerry Pate Invitational 5th Country Club of Jackson 6th Omni Hotel Inter. 10th Metro Conference 3rd I ' m sorry we lost the team championship, but I ' m proud of the way we played, said Tiger golf coach, Jim Cook. Considering that was the first tournament of the fall season I think we did real well. Tim Manus finished the second highest of the Tigers with 223 strokes and Fred Mangum finished with 227 strokes. Manus led the Tigers in scoring in the LSU National Intercollegiate in which the Tigers finished in tenth place. Manus had a score of 226 while Metz finished with 231 strokes. On October 13-14, Memphis State hosted the Hillman Robbins Intercollegiate Golf Tournament at the Woodstock Hills Country Club. The tournament is named for a ■ .-c H IRSaT -• ' WW 5 -J Li Br w-jf • m? m - ' ' Ei BP I J ' l M jLL J HB r A L, riififfPffffi WM • ' - ' ' ' w former Memphis State golfer. The Tigers finished sixth in their own tournament. Joey Bell led the Tigers in scoring- to finish in sixth place overall with a score of 221. Manus finished one shot behind Bell in seventh place. The last stop on the fall schedule was the Dixie Intercollegiate Golf Tournament in Columbus, Ga. The Tigers tied with the University of Tampa for ninth place with a team score of 911. Metz once again led the Tigers in shooting with a score of 225 for the tournament. When the spring season opened, the Tigers headed south to Tallahassee, Fla., to compete in the Seminole Intercollegiate Tourn- ament where they came in fifth place with a team score of 592 Mack Maness led the Tigers with a score of 142 for the two rounds. Maness held this top spot on the Tiger team in four of the seven spring tournaments. Steve Metz finished the second highest of the Tiger golfers with a score of 147. Bell ended the 36 holes with a score of 148. The next stop on the spring golf schedule was the New Orleans Intercollegiate. The Tigers left New Orleans victorious with a team score of 898. Metz and Manus tied to lead the Tigers with a score of 221 each. Bell was five strokes behind with a score of 226 for the tourney while Maness finished the New Orleans Intercollegiate with a score of 228. The Pepsi-Budweiser USF Invitational was next on the Tigers ' spring golf circuit. The Tigers finished in ninth place while Mack 168 Men ' s Golf 1 . 9 ifT fJti m f M t - } ' ' r ..- p —  T Vf JH htm |i i v 9 SSL % y ' ■ ' • ■ -Jmm L vC J « v ! 5i ™ i$ : mte ' • ' ' ! ' S .,. ' •.  - Maness led the Tigers with a score of 219. In the Southeastern Inter- collegiate, Memphis placed seventh with a team score of 899. Maness and Manus both led the Tigers in scoring with 233. Steve Metz was two strokes behind with 225. The Tigers placed fifth in the Jerry Pate Invitational with a team score of 911 for 54 holes of golf. The leading Tiger at the Jerry Pate was Metz with a score of 220. The Onmi Hotel Intercollegiate saw the Tigers finishing tenth with a team score of 899. The Tiger team finished within six strokes of each other. Maness led the Memphis State team for the fourth time with a score of 231. Bell shot 232 for the 54 holes while Steve Metz was the Tigers third scorer with a score of 235 and Fred Mangum shot a 236. Manus finished the tourney with a score of 237. Kathy Armstrong MSU Golf Team Front Row: Steve Metz, Tim Manus, Brad Gregg, Mack Maness, Joey Bell Back Row: Coach Jim Cook, Kurt Johannes, Rick Robbins, Paul Hollahan, Joe Markham, Freddie Mangum (Photo by Photo Services) Consistent low scorer, Joey Bell led the Tigers in scoring during the Hillman Robbins Intercollegiate sponsored by Memphis State. Bell finished in sixth place overall in the tournament. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Playing to a tee. Mack Maness replaces his ball as he prepares to finish the Hillman Robbins Intercollegiate Tournament at the Woodstock Hills Country Club golf course. Maness led the Tigers in low scores in four of Memphis State ' s spring tournaments. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 169 Time Out SCOREBOARD Tournament Memphis State Lady Seminole Invitational 14th (tie) Place Memphis Women ' s Intercollegiate 9th Place Lady Kat Invitational 12th Place Tiger-Tide Women ' s Intercollegiate 1 1th Place Lady Cardinal Invitational 9th Place Hudson Industries Invitational 12th Place Lady Eagle Invitational 8th Place South Carolina Women ' s Invitational 12th Place Women ' s Southern Intercollegiate Championship 16th Place ! Hampered by having one of the smallest teams in several years, the Lady Tigers were Led by Its Veterans Lady Tigers Golf Team Front Row: Angie Barker, Cynthia Giannini, Leslie Folsom Back Row: Cynthia Brooks, Beth Walthal, Kari Roberts (Photo by Photo Services) J—i ed by two seniors, the Lady Tigers golf team fielded one of its smallest teams in several years with six players rounding out the roster. Beth Walthal, a senior from Memphis was the Lady Tigers low scorer in seven of the team ' s nine tournaments. During the past season she maintained a 81.5 stoke average. In her three years as a Lady Tiger, Walthal has an 82.5 average. Cynthia Giannini, another the Lady Tiger senior, has also maintained an 82.5 stroke average in her three years at MSU. Opening their fall schedule at the Lady Seminole Invitational in Tallahassee, the Lady Tigers finished in a tie for 14th place. Walthal was the low scorer. In the next stop on the fall tour, the Memphis Women ' s Intercollegiate, the Lady Tigers finished ninth. Just a little more now. Sophomore Leslie Folsom follows her ball as she taps it toward the hole. Folsom finished second in Lady Tigers scoring in four tournaments. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 170 Women ' s Golf Walthal was again the low scorer with a 237 for the 54 holes of golf. Ten days later the Lady Tigers traveled to the Lady Kat Invitational, hosted by the University of Kentucky. Memphis State finished in 12th place. Giannini led the Lady Tigers in low scoring with a score of 245. Leslie Folsom, a sophomore, was one stroke behind Giannini with a score of 246. In addition to leading the Lady Tigers in the Lady Kat Invitational, Giannini also led the Lady Tigers in the spring at the Lady Eagle Invitational. Another standout, Folsom was the second lowest scorer in four of the Lady Tigers ' tournaments. She maintained a 83.5 stroke average At the Tiger-Tide Women ' s Intercollegiate, sponsored by the University of Alabama and Auburn University, Memphis State placed 11th. Walthal led the MSU Lady Tigers in low scoring followed by Folsom. The Lady Tigers finished in ninth place on their last stop of the fall tour, the Lady Cardinal Invitational, hosted by Lamar University. Once again the two low Lady Tigers scores were turned in by Walthal and Giannini. The first stop of the spring circuit was the Hudson Industries Invitational sponsored by Troy State University. Memphis State ' s Lady golfers finished in 12th place. Walthal again was the Lady Tigers low scorer. During the Lady Eagle Invitational, the Lady Tigers finished in eighth place, its highest finish of the season. Giannini led the low scoring followed by Folsom. The Lady Tigers finished in 12th place in South Carolina Women ' s Invitational and in 16th place in the Women ' s Southern Intercollegiate Championship. In both Tournaments Walthal was the low scorer followed by Giannini. Angie Barker, one of two juniors on the squad, returned to the Lady Tigers line-up after taking the 1985 season off. Baker finished second to Walthal in the Lady Seminole Invitational. In the 1986-87 season Barker had an 87 stroke average. Cynthia Brooks, the Memphis State golf team ' s lone freshman, joined the Lady Tigers line-up at the Lady Kat Invitational. Brooks remained in the line-up playing in the fifth position. In her first year as a Lady Tiger golfer, Brooks had an 89.65 stroke average for seven tournaments. Kathy Armstrong If I make this shot, I will be par, Cynthia Giannini thinks as she hits her ball out of the rough and onto the green. Giannini had an 83.3 shot average for the 1986-87 season. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Time Out $► Down for the count. Jeff Jordan of Kappa Sigma pins Rob Martin of Pi Kappa Alpha in the under 125-pound division of intramural wrestling. During the match, Martin ' s arm was injured and he was hospitalized. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Almost as old as MSU, intramurals provided the only athletic competition for women for 40 years. Now the program pits Tiger against Tiger i, .ntramural sports have been at Memphis State almost as long as there has been a school on these former cottonfields. Class competition in basketball was begun in 1927. In the mid- thirties after women ' s basketball was dropped at Memphis State, intramural sports were the only competitive sports in which women could enter until the 1970s. In September of 1941, Memphis State expanded intramural sports to a larger scale program. This included such sports as softball, horseshoes, volleyball, touch- football, cross country, punting, passing and drop-kicking and ping- pong during the fall quarter. In the winter quarter basketball was the only sport played. In the spring of 1942 intramural sports offered softball, track, tennis and boxing. With the coming of World War II, all varsity sports at Memphis State were suspended, and intramurals became Memphis State ' s only competitive sports, and with the lack of full-time male students, it was almost exclusively female. Today at Memphis State, intramurals have expanded to include a wider variety of sports with almost as many divisions as sports. Over 3,000 Memphis State students participate in the intramural program, according to Jim Vest, director of intramurals. Today ' s MSU student can compete as a fraternity or sorority member, an independent, a dormer, a faculty or staff member or in the law league. Each of these is a separate league. After choosing what division to compete in, the student now has a wide variety of sports to choose from. Not only are there the traditional intramural sports such as football, softball, volleyball and tennis singles but, the current fall intramural program also includes bowling, tug-a-war, wrestling, racquetball singles and turkey trot. For those whom the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak, there is 172 Intramurals backgammon and pickleball. Pickleball! Yes, pickleball. This sport is played on a badminton court. Participants hit a wiffle ball with paddles. The sport is almost like paddleball. It is popular in the western states, said Vest. When the spring semester starts in January, intramural sports move inside and take the form of volleyball, racquetball doubles, basketball, table tennis, six member swimming, tennis doubles, track, golf and Softball. On the lighter side there is horse, one-on-one and free-throw. According to Vest, the two most popular intramural sports are Softball and basketball. The intramural officials are Memphis State students. Vest said that while most of the officials work to earn money, some go on . to officiate high school and even college ball. Kathy Armstrong That rebound is mine! John Shook of the Richardson Towers third floor team tries to out reach an opponent from the Richardson Towers ninth floor team while other team members watch the action. 173 Time Out p Cross country runner Christina Simon, a junior from Memphis, doesn ' t let some splashy terrain sidetrack her. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Neither rain, nor fog nor gloom of night can stop Memphis State ' s cross country team from its Jogs Around the Countryside hat MSU team tramps over hill and dale? Who on the Memphis State campus runs through puddles, muddy fields and over rocky ground? Name the Tiger squad that is stopped by neither rain, nor fog nor gloom of night? The Memphis State Tigers ' cross country teams, that ' s who! MSU cross country runners race around the countryside, or as is more often the case these days, race around the golf course instead of smooth, paved tracks. MSU senior, David Topham, won first place for the men ' s team in the Memphis State Invitational in the fall. Topham finished the 3.5-mile course around Audubon Park in 17 Cross Country % Y 1 S Bf tC! ,,vx % 4 : _£— - - ' . ' «« {: . minutes, 40 seconds. The Tigers finished second in the Invitational. Topham was our main runner this year. He was way ahead of everyone else, said cross country coach, Glen Hays. Sophomore Phillip Blake finished second highest among the Tigers and came in eighth place. Chris Horton, another senior was Memphis State ' s third highest finisher in 14th place. Also competing for Memphis State ' s men ' s cross country team were Kyle Merryman, Tim Yarcas and Gary York. Freshman Lisa Koch ' s fourth place finish was the highest of the Lady Tigers. Koch finished the 2.5- mile course in 15 minutes, 39 seconds. In the Kentucky X-Country Invitational, Topham finished 12th out of 149 runners. Topham finished the course with a time of 25:57. Koch finished the women ' s portion of the Kentucky X-Country with a time of 17:56, 21st out of 52 runners. In the SEMO Invitational, sponsored by Southeast Missouri State University, Topham finished in third place with a time of 22:33. In the women ' s portion of the SEMO, Koch finished the highest of the Lady Tigers in 21st place. Also competing for the Lady Tigers were Julie Anderson, Christina Simon, Angela Logsdon and Fay Beth Harrison. In the Vanderbilt Invitational, which drew 116 runners, Topham finished in fourth place with a time All-Metro Lisa Koch from Clarksville, Tennessee, shows her endurance during the Metro Conference meet. Koch finished in eleventh place in the Metro and was named to the All-Metro team. (Photo Courtesy of Sports Information) Leading the way, senior runner, David Topham, heads a pack of Metro runners during the Metro Conference meet held at Audubon Park in Memphis. Topham was named to the All-Metro team. (Photo courtesy of Sports Information) of 24:51. Blake finished in 20th place. Topham also won the University of Mississippi Invitational meet with a time of 23:58. Blake finished in 15th place with a time of 25:41. Audubon Park was the site of the Metro Conference cross country meet on a rainy day in early November. The men ' s cross country team finished in sixth place. Topham ' s eleventh place finish was the highest of the Tigers. Topham ran the 5-mile course in 25 minutes and 31 seconds. Koch also finished in eleventh place, the highest for the Lady Tigers. Koch ran the 3-mile course in 19 minutes, 24 seconds. Both Koch and Topham were named to All-Metro teams. Kathy Armstrong 175 Time Out P Balancing a team grade point average of better than a 3.0 between a grueling practice and game schedule, the Lady Tigers keep Proving Themselves Time After Time M any different phrases could be used to describe the 1986-87 Memphis State volleyball team. The team ' s 17-17 won-loss record and 68-66 match record brings the words competitive, scrappy, never- say-die to mind. All season long coach Diane Hale ' s Lady Tigers never gave up, despite whatever the score. The Lady Tigers put their names in the record books, as they were 9th in the nation in blocking for the season. Four-year starters Angie Glaub and Peggy Rule are perfect examples of the squad ' s attitude. When Glaub went down in mid-season with a shoulder injury, Rule came on to take over the reigns of the club. Glaub returned several weeks later and didn ' t miss a beat. During her absence, juniors Chelle Penner and Kim Ehrhorn, along with sophomores Nancy Wolter and Lisa Eisenrich, helped keep the team in motion. The Lady Tigers all season long seemed as if they were on the verge of breaking out on top, but could never put together enough wins. We had up and down consistency for the year, Hale said. The team had to handle school, injuries, and on top of that, a maternity leave by assistant coach Sandy Hale. Despite the troubles the squad had, the team ' s spirit and attitude remained high all season. It was one of the more rewarding seasons that we ' ve had, Hale said. It was one of the easier seasons I ' ve ever had because t he players were easy to train, they were challenging to train, and they were mentally smart to train. As with many of the MSU teams this season, youth is abundant at every position. In 1985-86 the team had no seniors, which pointed to a possible breakthrough for 1986-87. The two seniors on the squad, Glaub and Rule, haven ' t had the reality hit them that their careers at MSU are over. Everybody was just (continued on page 178) MSU Volleyball Front row (from left): Sandy Garner, assistant coach; Lisa Eisenrich; Peggy Rule; Diane Hale, coach; and Angie Glaub. Back row: Phyllis Richey; Mia Stephens; Shawna Mullins; Chelle Penner; Nancy Wolter; and Kim Ehrhorn. Not pictured: Rhonda Kottke and Clare Dirksen. (Photo by Photo Services) 176 H Volleyball SCOREBOARD Record— Match: 9-6 Game: 28-27 Opponent S.W. Missouri State 0-3 Georgetown 3-2 Ole Miss 0-3 Butler 3-2 Western Kentucky 3-1 Tennessee 0-3 Louisville 3-0 Tennessee 0-3 Austin Peay State 3-0 Mississippi State 3-1 Arkansas 3-1 Oral Roberts 3-1 N.E. Louisiana 0-3 Arkansas State 3-2 Southern Mississippi 3-0 Displaying close teamwork, Kim Ehrhorn slams the ball over the net with a powerful thrust from her jump as Clare Dirksen awaits the return volley of the opponent. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 177 Time Out Proving Themselves . . . so excited. Everybody got along so well, Glaub said. I ' m really kind of disappointed that it ' s over. The squad pl ayed in streaks all year, as three or four game winning and losing streaks were common. The team appeared to be on its way at mid-season when MSU defeated Arkansas State resoundingly in three games, 15-10, 15-6, and 15-0. That was not to be the case, as the With a powerful strike, Chelle Penner, a junior from Aurora, Neb., smashes a kill attempt over the net. Showing the hustle that exemplified their season, the Lady Tigers back up Penner. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Lady Tigers lost six out of their next seven, including three in a row at home. MSU salvaged their season as they came back to win the Memphis State Invitational at the MSU Field House. The Lady Tigers played host to the Lady Rebels of Ole Miss in their last home match of the season, which the whole team and especially the seniors wanted to win very badly. Ole Miss took the first two games of the match and seemed on their way to an easy win. But, in typical Lady Tiger don ' t-give-up-the-ship style, MSU came back to take the third and fourth games, 15-4 and 15- 11. The Lady Tigers gave it all they had in game five, but came up on the short end, 16-14. That was the heartbreaker for our season, Hale said. The girls wanted to win really, really bad. MSU rebounded in their next match in the Metro Conference tournament. The Lady Tigers came in to the match with Cincinnati as underdogs, and were not expected to win. As in their match with Ole Miss, the Lady Bearcats took the opening two games. Following a time-out in which coach Hale told the squad just to have fun, the Lady Tigers stormed back to take the next three games and the match. I won ' t forget Angie ' s performance in that match, Hale said. One of the brightest points for the season was the play of the two freshmen on the squad. Clare Dirksen, who is described by Hale as Definitely the best setter I ' ve ever recruited in my 10 years of coaching, and Rhonda Kottke came through to aid the team all season. Our freshmen came in with very good confidence, Hale said. We had probably two of the best freshmen recruits of anybody in our conference. Next season promises to hold just as much power as this one did. Juniors Penner, Ehrhorn, and Phyllis Richey are set to take over 178 Volleyball Super seniors Peggy Rule and Angie Glaub practice the skills that gave Coach Diane Hale her 200th career victory against Austin Peay. (Photo by Serge Samaha) Soaring above the net, junior Kim Ehrhorn shows an opponent why she is called one of the most underrated players in the Metro Conference. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) the leadership of the club now that Glaub and Rule are gone. With Dirksen and Kottke returning with experience as sophomores, the Lady Tigers ' future seems brighter than ever. The juniors will have to take over next year and give some leadership, Rule said. If they have a good recruiting year, I think they ' ll do really well. For Glaub and Rule, memories of their first college match ever against UCLA, the Cincinnati match this season, and hundreds of games in between are all they have left. They gave Memphis State all they had every time they stepped onto the court and their statistics proved it. But they have benefitted by playing volleyball at Memphis State, both in academics and in athletics. The university has benefitted from them also, as they gave MSU some of its greatest moments ever on the volleyball court. Phillip Tutor 179 Time Out P SCOREBOARD Chattanooga Open Handball Tournament Win Memphis State Open Handball Tournament Win Memphis City Handball Tournament Win Old Hickory Handball Tournament Win Gateway Holiday Handball Tournament Win Tennessee State Handball Tournament Win Tiger Open Handball Tournament Win United States Handball Association National Collegiate Championship Win New Orleans Open Handball Tournament Win Red LeRilles Cajun Open Handball Tournament Win Showing the form that gave Memphis State ' s handball team its second consecutive national handball championship, Kevin Fitzgerald smashes a return shot against a lighter opponent. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Returning the ball to his opponent, Kevin Stanfield and his doubles partner, Kevin Fitzgerald, placed third in the men ' s doubles category during the National Collegiate Handball Tournament. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 180 m Handball MSU Handball Front Row: Brett Fitzgerald, Kevin Fitzgerald, Cathy Blasingame, Larry Silver, Kevin Hill Back Row: Coach Charlie Mazzone, Pat Conway, Mark Polgrabia, Kevin Stanfield, Ken Crespi, Pete Brown. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Hosting the Intercollegiate Tournament in March, coach Charlie Mazzone directed the MSU handball team to a second consecutive national championship as the team took Advantage of the Home Court M, .emphis State has adopted yet another successful athletic program. The Memphis State handball team has been crowned the No. 1 collegiate handball team in the country for the second year in a row. This year ' s championships were held March 6-8 on the Tiger ' s home turf. More than 150 students competed in the tournament, representing 22 schools from across the nation. Under the leadership and guidance of Tiger coach, Charlie Mazzone, the men ' s team successfully defended its title, nipping the University of Texas 20- 19. It was close all the way, Mazzone said. We had to win the C division to even be in it. The Cs were worth 12 points to us because we had the two players in the finals, the winner, Kevin Hill; and the second place finisher, Ken Crespi. MSU also had the doubles team of Kevin Stanfield and Kevin Fitzgerald who finished in third place, giving the Tigers six more points toward the final team standings. Also adding to the Tiger ' s winning performance were seniors, Pat Conway and Pete Brown; juniors, Larry Silver and Mark Polgrabia; and sophomore Brett Fitzgerald. As if winning the national championship wasn ' t enough to concentrate on, the men also had something else to concentrate on this year — cheering on their women ' s handball team. For the first time in MSU ' s history, there was a women ' s handball team representing the school at the nationals. Mazzone fielded a team of four women about two weeks before the tournament began. There was one girl, Cathy Blasingame, already on the team. Three of the girls on the racquetball team, Mischea McCrory, Janet Burke and Kim Cooling, showed interest in playing handball, so when Intercollegiate (tourn- ament) time came around, I thought I would give the girls a try. For never having played in a handball tournament before, the women actually did quite well. They came in fifth place. Although the Intercollegiate is the biggest tournament of the year for the handball team, they also travel to approximately 10 other tournaments throughout the South. In order to be in shape for these tournaments, the team does various muscle conditioning and cardio- vascular exercises three times a week during the year. These workouts include weight lifting, aerobics, running and any other type of training that will improve the team ' s endurance. Mazzone attributes the team ' s winning season to an overall team effort, skill level and hard work. He said besides having talented players, they were all dedicated and worked well together. If one of the guys was having trouble with some part of his game, Mazzone said, there was always somebody else to show him what he was doing wrong and get him back on the right track. But what is even more important to Mazzone than the team ' s winning ability on the court, is its winning ability off the court. Ac cording to Mazzone, school must always come first. A student comes here to get an education first, Mazzone said, and then sports and other activities come second. I am very proud of the fact that my players are going to earn an education. Since most of the Tigers are relatively young this year, Mazzone is looking toward many more successful years in the future. Kim Cooling Time Out The try-outs are cut-throat and the practices are killer, but the rewards are worth it to the squad that ' s beat the best. Invitations to perform come from everywhere because the pom pon squad ' s fame extends Around the World T, he scene was set on a Monday night in January during the Memphis State-St. Louis basketball game. A time-out was called in the first half and suddenly the crowd went wild. The cheers were not for the basketball team, however. They were for the first appearance of the Memphis State pom pon squad since they had won their second consecutive national dance team championship on the previous Saturday at Sea World in San Diego, Cal. The squad has come a long way since its first appearance in 1972. We really didn ' t do much then. The routines were very repetitive and simple, said Cheri Ganong, current adviser to the squad. At that time, Ganong was a member of the squad herself. In the early years, the squad performed at only one halftime show a year and they generally performed only during the pre-game activities. Through the years the look of the squad changed. In 1980, the pom pon squad received their first standing ovation. Today the MSU pom pon squad performs at all football and basketball games. The purpose of today ' s squad is to entertain the crowd. Their routines consist of dancing, formations and tumbling. The moves the squad do have become so intricate. They have a lot of acrobatics. The squad members are true athletes, Ganong said. The members of the squad practice three to five hours a day except Sunday, but prior to the dance team competitionthis day was also added to the agenda. Practice consists of running, kicking, jumping and dancing — a lot of dancing, according to Ganong. After surviving tryouts and making the varsity squad, the members are assigned a weight that they have to maintain. We are off during the summer, said Ganong. When the girls came back in August, they weigh-in. If they have not maintained their jr Pom Pon Squad assigned weight level, they are off the squad for the semester, she added. Freshman are not allowed to try out for the varsity squad, but they can try out for the junior varsity squad. The junior varsity pom pon squad performs at the Lady Tigers basketball games. Also, these squad members can be moved up to the varsity squad during the year. The performances of the varsity squad are not restricted only to the Tigers ' athletic contests, they have performed for NBA teams such as the Dallas Mavericks and the Washington Bullets, as well as the halftime show for the NBA All-Star game. The squad also performs for conventions, trade shows and at the Opryland Hotel in Nashville. In 1984, the squad travelled with the cheerleaders to Japan for a six- week engagement at Mitsui, Greenland, a theme park similar to Disney World. With so many invitations to perform, the squad cannot accept them all, so they had to turn down engagements in Mexico City, Canada and Holland due to scheduling conflicts. Classroom time also proves to be a problem sometimes. We couldn ' t get the girls out of school, said Ganong. So while the basketball team ' s Cardiac Kids continue to bring Tiger fans to their feet, the MSU pom pon squad will keep them there during time-outs. Kathy Armstrong Hauntingly familiar. The pom pon squad ' s fame exceeds the Memphis State campus. Invitations to perform in 1987 came from as far away as Holland. (Photo by Cheri Theil) A grinning Maria Cook is caught in a diving pose during a performance of one of the squad ' s halftime dance routines. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) MSU Pom pon Squad Front Row: Tammy Childress Middle Row: Christy Harris, Ginger Teague Back Row: Lori Quinley, Angie Tobias, Meka Sykes, Staci Brasher, Kel ly Moore, Vicki McCrary, Dona Turner, Maria Cook and Angie Swords 183 Time Out Unlike most zoo animals TOM does not conditioned cage. TOM now attends only spend his days within the confines of the MSU football games though in the past he zoo, but travels to Memphis State ball attended basketball games also, (photo by games in his own soundproof and air- MSU Photo Services) 184 TOM Even though he was the runt of his litter, he grew up to be a Tiger of Memphis with some TLC for TOM o ne of Memphis State ' s most noticeable supporters has been a Tiger fan all of his life. Well, all but eight weeks of it. TOM the Memphis State tiger first came to Memphis at the request of the then first-year head coach Fred Pancoast when he was an eight week old, seven-and-a-half pound ball of fluff. TOM was born on Sept. 20, 1972, in the Michigan City, Indiana zoo. Because he was the runt of his litter, TOM was taken from his mother and given to a young girl to raise. She bottle fed him and kept him in a play pen. TOM received a scar on his nose from rubbing it against the side of his play pen. He was purchased by the Highland Hundred Club for $1,500 and was flown to Memphis on Nov. 10, 1972, just in time for the MSU — Cincinnati football game, which Memphis State won 49-24. When TOM first arrived in Memphis, he lived in the converted garage of MSU students Bill Poarch and Bill Proctor along with his roommate, Cwen, a female lion cub who was two weeks older than TOM. Already having the proper facilities, the two volunteered to take care of TOM until Memphis State could provide a place for him. TOM was not TOM when he first arrived in Memphis. He was nameless from the time he arrived until the following fall when his name was officially announced during the MSU — Louisville game on Sept. 8. A contest was held during the summer of 1973 to name the new Tiger mascot. The winning name was TOM, which is an acronym for the Tigers of Memphis. The ball of fluff that arrived in November of ' 72 continued to steadily grow. By January the cub weighed 37 pounds and by August, at the age of 10 months, he tipped the scales at 180 pounds. TOM is now 500 pounds and one of the largest Bengal tigers in captivity. TOM and Cwen were moved to the Overton Park Zoo in February of 1973. TOM travels to his Memphis State Tigers ' ballgames in a soundproof and air-conditioned glass cage. The blue cage is eight feet long, six feet wide and six feet high. Kathy Armstrong 1 may be little now, but one day I ' ll be a big ferocious tiger, TOM appears to tell former MSU athletic director Billy Spook Murphy when TOM first arrived in Memphis. TOM ' s first game as the Memphis State Tiger (cub) was against Cincinnati which the Tigers won 49-24. (photo by MSU Photo Services) If you want to grow up to be the Memphis State Tiger, you need to drink all of your milk, athletic director Billy Murphy tells TOM shortly after he arrived in Memphis. The seven-and-a-half pound ball of fluff that arrived in Memphis grew and grew. At ten months of age he weighed 180 pounds, (photo by MSU Photo Services) 185 Time Out Ready to serve, Kim Cooling prepares for a practice match. A member of the national championship team, she practices two hours per day. (Photo by Kathy Armstong) Keep your eye on the balL Brant Spiewak keeps this old saying in mind as he practiced his racquetball. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Rolling along with relative anonymity, the MSU racquetball team collected its 11th straight national title this season, proving to be The Toast of Tigertown w hat Memphis State team holds the record for more national titles than any other team the University has ever had? The answer is the Memphis State racquetball team which holds 11 consecutive national titles. Sound incredible? It is, especially for a team that is virtually unnoticed when it comes to Vincent Askew and Tiger basketball. It all started in 1976, when the team entered its first National Intercollegiate Championship, re- called coach Larry Liles. To our surprise, we won the tournament, and from then on, we ' ve built our team up to what it is today, Liles said. Today, the racquetball team consists of 11 men and four women. Every member except two is from a different part of the country, such as Iowa, Illinois and Pennsylvania. One member is even from Canada. They come from all over the United States and Canada to play on the no. 1 team in the nation. However, besides being no.l, MSU is also only one of two schools in the country to offer racquetball scholarships. I wanted to go to a school where I could attend school and still play racquetball on a competitive basis, said Rick Komistek, an engineering major from Thunder Bay, Canada. Most of the players who come to play for Memphis State are top players in their state or region. In fact, Liles may very well have the top six players among his team members, two of whom, Andy Roberts and Toni Bevelock, hold world titles as well. The practice is well worth the rewards, according to senior Jim Jeffers. Monday through Friday, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., the team can be found practicing at the Health, Physical Education and Recreation Complex. Tuesday and Thursday are mandatory days with emphasis placed on muscle conditioning and cardiovascular training. At 4:30 p.m., Liles directs the team through its cardiovascular workout, which consists of running, aerobics and other footwork drills. (continued on page 1 88) 186 Racquetball Practicing the form that gave her the members of the Memphis State racquetball National Intercollegiate title, Lady Tigers team to hold this title. (Photo by Kathy senior Toni Bevelock is one of two Armstrong) 187, Time Out Toast of Tigertown . MSU Racquetball Front Row: Mischea McCrory, Janet Burke, Kim Cooling, Toni Bevelock Middle Row: Jim Jeffers, David Leon, Brant Spiewak, Dave Rahn Back Row: Brad Jerome, Scott Reid, Pat McGrew, Andy Roberts, Rick Komistek, and Coach Larry Liles. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) SCOREBOARD Tournament Southwest Collegiate Men ' s, 1st Women ' s, 2nd National Intercollegiate Men ' s, 1st Women ' s, 2nd Jack Fulton Open MSU Open He then yells, Fifteen sets of stairs in the humid pool area, 100 sit- ups and then you are done for the day! Everyone lets out a groan or two and then files wearily up the stairs. All of this may seem like torture to some people, but not to this group of. dedicated players. The hard work is put into athletic motion during the National Intercollegiate Racquet- ball Championships, which is the team ' s main goal each year. This year ' s championships were held in Denver, Colo., on March 24- 29. With over 300 entrants representing over 40 schools in the nation, the men ' s team captured the first place title, while the women captured the second place title. In the overall team score, MSU came in a heartbreaking second place, losing to the first place team by a single point. Graduating senior Andy Roberts captured his third National Intercollegiate victory, beating Ohio State ' s Doug Ganim 15-4. 15-10. After winning this title for his last time, Roberts said, I felt relieved because I had a lot of pressure on me that weekend. It was my last year and I wanted to end it on a success. Toni Bevelock felt the same way as Roberts. I saved the best for last, I guess. For three years I have tried to win this tournament, and I always ended up coming in second place. This year was my year, and it really ended my college career on a great note, she said, describing her last National Intercollegiate victory. But these were not the only victories of the tournament. Freshman David Simmonette won the no. 2 division, senior Jim Jeffers placed second in the no. 3 slot and junior Rick Komistek won the no. 4 division. In the women ' s division, freshman Janet Burke placed second in the no. 2s, senior Kim Cooling placed second in the no. 3s and freshman Mischea McCrory came in second in the no. 4 division. With many of the top players on the team graduating this semester, captain Brad Jerome said, (Coach) Liles is going to have his hands full in trying to fill the shoes of the graduating seniors. Kim Cooling 188 p Racquetball Smashing a backhand, Memphis State Tiger Jim Jeffers keeps his eye on the ball. He feels the practice the team goes through is well worth the rewards as the Tigers have won 11 consecutive national championships. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Defeating Ohio State ' s Doug Ganim 1 5-4 and 15-10 to win the title, Andy Roberts won his third National Collegiate title in 1987. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 189 Time Out Hp Taping ankles, and rubbing muscles are part of their work. Student trainers are a necesssary part of any athletic event, and they always Everything has its proper place. Paul A. Panzera gets the MSU sideline in order after a game. Often the MSU student trainers arrive five hours before a game and stay two hours after the whistle has blown. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Arrive Early and Stay Late w, hen Memphis State fans look out onto the playing arena, most of them only see the contestants. They see the team members drive the ball toward the end zone or through the hoop. What they don ' t see are the people who keep the players going. They don ' t see the sports trainers whose responsibilities include taping up limbs before the games and bandaging up cuts, bruises and fractures during the contest. MSU ' s sports trainers work in the field of (injury) prevention and help in dealing with injuries, said MSU head athletic trainer, Eddie Cantler. During the year, there were up to five student trainers helping with the bandages and tape. The trainers put in a lot of time, Cantler said, and receive no academic credit for it. Most of them do it because they ' re interested in the training field and athletics, Cantler said. Often the trainers arrive five to six hours before a game and do not leave until about two hours afterwards. Depending on the season, trainers can put in up to seven hours a day. The student trainers must work at least 1,800 hours to receive eligibility for national certification. Cantler said that about 20% of the Memphis State student trainers go on to become professional trainers. Some MSU student trainers, such as Tim McCormick,1980, have even gone on to work for professional sports teams. McCormick is currently working with the Montreal Expos at their AAA club team. There is no set curriculum for the student trainers and there are also no set requirements to be a trainer. 190 Trainers They have to show me they can handle it, Cantler said, adding many of the trainers have had high school training experience. Even though Cantler does get a few walk in trainers, most of the trainers come from the summer trainers camps. Cantler said that the trainers are taught the basic preventative and first aid techniques if necessary, but added that there is no set training plan and there is no major in sports medicine offered at MSU. One of the worst injuries in recent Memphis history came at the 1977 Mississippi State game, when Bill Crumby was paralyzed. The most common injury trainers face though are ankle, knee and shoulder injuries. Without the student trainers, there would probably not be enough trainers to keep the Memphis State athletic program going, because the full time trainers cannot do everything that is necessary by themselves, Cantler said. Joey Leibovich Kathy Armstrong The Memphis State trainers: Seated: Eddie Cantler, head athletic trainer; and Ron Medlin, assistant athletic trainer. Standing: Bob Dunaway, Tim Cook, Marsha King, Tim Wood and Jeff Hink. When a member of the Tigers Football team is injured, often the MSU trainers are the first ones on the scene. Eddie Cantler checks out junior linebacker Beven Carpender after an injury. (Photo by Photo Services) Time Out 0 The guys who inhabit Echles Field knew that a solid defense and consistent goal scoring would pave the way for Winning a Metro Championship M, With a lifetime record of 53-39-11, Coach Peter Bermel says, We have come a long way in five short years with soccer at Memphis State. (Photo by MSU Photo Services) . en ' s soccer at Memphis State has climbed a high mountain in the five years since it became a varsity sport. Going into this season, coach Peter Bermel, the only varsity coach the team has ever had, set some lofty goals for his 16-member squad. Not only did he want a winning season, he also set his sights on winning the Metro Conference Championship. His young team delivered on both counts. We have come a long ways in five short years with soccer at Memphis State, Bermel said. These kids have worked very hard this season and this is the finest bunch of players that I have had yet. The hard work showed early, as the Tigers opened the season with five consecutive home wins. South Alabama, Belhaven, Rhodes, Christian Brothers and Vanderbilt all were shut down by an aggressive Tiger defense. Only Rhodes could manage even a single goal in a losing effort. The loss of veteran goalkeeper Erik Gilley before the season started caused Bermel to be concerned early. However, sophomore Matt Price quickly put his mind at rest, posting eight shutouts and allowing an average of only 1.1 goals per game. Starting with a 5-0 loss at Southern Illinois-Edwardsville, MSU found the road an uncomfortable place after so much success at home. The team hit a streak of inconsistency, going only 4-4-2 in its next 10 (continued on page 195) 192 m Men ' s Soccer ■ With intense concentration, MSUs Ron shoulder in a game against Rhodes College Ferrera( 15) clearly has the better position Lynx. (Photo by Devin Greaney) as he prepares to play the ball off his 193 Time Out 0 A Midfield celebrations like this became commonplace for the Tigers last season, who captured the Metro Conference Championship. (Photo by Devin Greaney) MSU Soccer Team Sitting (from left): Jeff Breslau; George Musicante; Ron Ferrera; Steve Lester; and David Tappan. Kneeling: Jeff Hink; Mike Kauker; Tony Bridges; Matt Price; Dave Poczobut; Mike Mears; and John Cooke. Standing: Paulo Aur, assistant coach; Pat Fischer; Sergio Musicante; Butch Whitworth; Erik Gilley; Doanal McDonagh; Jimmy Holland; Eddie Knight; Ross Kuns; and Peter Bermel, coach. (Photo by MSU Photo Services) 194 0 Men ' s Soccer 2vr -K2- Winning . games. Now the shutout was a weapon being used against them, as the Tigers failed to score in three of the 10 games. MSU came back strong in the last five games, however. Led by sophomore forward Donal McDonagh and senior forward Ross Kuns, the Tigers went on another five-game tear. The highlight of the season came in the Metro Conference Tournament in Blacksburg, Va. where the Tigers walked away with the big prize. A 2-0 shutout over Cincinnati set up a championship match with Virginia Tech. The Tigers, finally in a position to atone for last year ' s disappointing third-place finish in the tournament and make the dream of coach Bermel come true, came prepared to play. All of the demons of the road were vanquished as the team beat the homestanding Hokies for the title, 3-1. The Tigers then came home to close out the season with a 5-1 win over Rhodes, pushing their final record to 14-4-2 on the year. McDonagh finished as the leading scorer for the squad, tallying 12 goals and five assists for 29 points. Kuns finished with seven goals and five assists to give him 19 points for the season. One of the things that made Bermel proudest was the fact that, of the 16 rostered players, 12 of them are Memphians. We ' re building a first-class program here in Memphis with Memphis kids, he said. William T. Barnett SCOREBOARD Record: 14-4-2 Opponent Southern Alabama 3-0 Belhaven College 1-0 Rhodes College 2-1 Christian Brothers 3-0 Vanderbilt 1-0 So. Illinois-Edwardsville 0-5 Missouri-St. Louis 1-2 Xavier 4-2 Western Kentucky 0- Alabama-Huntsville 3- Illinois State 2- Missouri-Rolla 2- Georgia State 1- UAB 2- Appalachian State 0-0 Missouri-Rolla 2- 1 John Brown University 2- 1 Cincinnati 2-0 Virginia Tech 3- 1 Rhodes College 5-1 A sharp catch illustrates Matt Price ' s reliable game-saving ability that left the opposition frustrated with saves such as this. The sophomore goalie of Germantown anchored the MSU defense last year. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 195 Time Out Caught in a ruck, a submerged Dave Hill their own version of tug-of-war, content on (center) fights off two Southern Mississippi using each other ' s bodies instead of a rope, defenders. Both squads seem prepared for (Photo by Greg Read) From developing a habit of winning matches to the traditional postgame parties, the MSU rugby club proved it was Conditioned to Enjoying the Time Together w hile winning may not be everything, it sure keeps a team ' s enthusiasm from dropping, especially during a 14-match fall schedule. Memphis State rugby coach Steve Williams feels that their 7-4 collegiate and 8-6 overall record is a reflection of the squad ' s never- ending competitive edge. Williams also showed that having a coach can be beneficial to how well a team can do. Rugby has been a club sport at Memphis State for three years now, but the team has had 196 0 Rugby A school of hard knocks? Probably not, but a bandaged Steve Perry might insist otherwise on this afternoon. (Photo by Devin Greaney) SCOREBOARD Record: 8-6 Opponent Old No. 7 (Club) 0-24 Ole Miss 20-0 Mississippi State Southern Mississippi Jackson, Miss. (Club) 25-4 0-16 0-34 Vanderbilt 13-0 Tennessee 0-11 Ole Miss 29-0 Vanderbilt 16-4 Ole Miss 22-0 Mississippi State Rhodes College 20-4 4-6 Dry Gulch (Club) Rhodes College 11-10 6-7 A fierce look— along with an equally fierce stiff arm — enables Ronnie McGhee to power his way into open field. (Photo by Devin Greaney) no leadership until the past year. The major factor is having a coach, said rugby club president Hunter Mock. He (Williams) is one of the best organizers I ' ve been around and has helped us tremendously. Half of the team ' s eight victories were shutouts, including 20-0, 29-0 and 22-0 drubbings of Ole Miss, who had beaten an inexperienced Memphis State team the year before. The season also saw the Tigers defeat Vanderbilt and Mississippi State twice on the year. We ' re doing fantastic considering how long some team members have been playing, Williams said. You ' ve got some great athletes out there who are freshmen and sophomores. Five of the 15 starters had never played rugby previously. This made leadership from previous team members crucial to the success of the team. Williams cited Mock for his administrative help and team captain Paul Denu and Dave Hill for their on-the-field leadership. Conditioning is one of our strong points. I think our backs as a whole are better conditioned than those of the team we ' ve met, Williams said. This was achieved by two practices each week along with matches almost every weekend in the fall. Playing for club teams himself for several years, Williams sometimes had to fight back the urge to go ont o the field. The toughest thing is seeing the team losing and not being able to go (continued on page 198) 197 Time Out W Conditioned . . . out there and help them, Williams said. Memphis State also did well in November tournament action last year. In the Mid-South Rugby Union Collegiate Tournament held in Huntsville, Ala., the team came back from an opening round loss to Tennessee to post wins against Ole Miss and Vanderbilt. The team placed third overall out of a field of eight. A passive sport is one thing no one has Denu (right) prepares for the pick-up. Denu ever accused rugby of being. Here, MSUs also served as captain of last year ' s team. Mark Holley( 6) separates an opposing (Photo by Greg Read) player from the ball as teammate Paul Rugby The following weekend MSU took second place in the area-hosted Jacques Strappe Tournament in Audubon Park. Williams is a strong rugby advocate because he said it gives students the chance to play athletics on the collegiate level while remaining a full-time student. He also said rugby can be played by those who are lesser in physical stature than those who play, for example, college football. Darrin Devault A tremendous organizer, first-year coach Steve Williams provided leadership while directing the MSU Rugby Club to a 7-4 collegiate record. Overall, Memphis State was 8-6. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Unquestionable determination is expressed by MSUs Tom Pruitt as he leaves the defense frazzled and bolts toward the goal line. (Photo by Greg Read) 199 Time Out P For a club sport only in its sophomore season, the equestrian team ' s success was evidence that the squad was Not Just Horsin ' Around JL he Memphis State equestrian team has gone from non-existence to full force in just two years. Although the team has 20 riders, only about half the members travel. Other problems include: the team practicing off campus at Cedar Lakes Stable in Germantown, only having access to five horses, MSU only paying part of the horses ' boarding fee and the University not covering the entire expense of the team ' s traveling and showing the horses. In spite of these problems, the season continued to show the team ' s consistency as riders placed first or second in every show it entered and second in the regionals. Seven MSU riders qualified for the regionals held April 12 and some of them were expected to qualify for Equestrian nationals. In order to qualify for the two, riders must accumulate points according to how they place in various shows. I am proud of them, said Phebee Sheets, MSU equestrian coach. They ' ve worked hard and, for their first two years, they ' ve done great. The horse shows we attend are different. We only take ourselves and our clothes. Right before the event, we pick a number out of a hat to determine what horse we ' re to ride, then we fix the stirrups and go perform, she added. Ann Ford Upshaw, a senior rider on the team, said, The frustrating thing is that not many people know about the equestrian team. We don ' t get much backing, although it is very gratifying the way we have performed in our first two years. BethB.Walthal 201 Time Out p $k e+Jfr Some students participate in college sports for fun, but karate is one sport where members can get a kick Out of Practice 1 HWAPP!! It ' s four o ' clock in the Memphis State University Fieldhouse and the sound of two MSU karate club members sparring echoes throughout the room. THWAPP!! Another blow is delivered, follow- ed simultaneously by yet another. This is a familiar sound every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon during each school semester. And for black belt instructor Cliff Johnson, it is all too familiar. Breaking in new students to the art of karate is not new to Johnson. He ' s (Johnson) very sensitive to the students, said Susan Nantz, Karate Practicing twice a week, members of the karate club perform their katas, a 26 to 42 step exercise. Membership in the club is not exclusive, but a person must be at least yellow belt status to join. (Photo by Devin Greaney) treasurer of the club. Sensitivity is a rare word heard in karate circles, where discipline is more a synonymous word. Nantz agreed, saying that karate requires a lot of self-disipline, a lot of hard work and is very strenous. It ' s nothing Jike television, Nantz said, obviously referring to the Bruce Lee genre of karate movies which infiltrates almost everyone ' s mind when thinking of karate. A typical karate class begins with stretching, practicing and members exchanging small talk about karate. Later, after bowing to a superior who leads the class, members line up according to belt rank and perform their katas, a 26 to 42 step exercise that resembles a dance step. But it ' s a lot slower, added Nantz. There are five different categories of belts in karate: white, yellow, green, red and the coveted black belt. The yellow belt has two stages that must be completed before advance- ment, while the green and red belts each have three. Gary White, current president of the club, and Chong Chee are the members who have attained black belt status. Nantz has rapidly advanced to the red belt in a little over 18 months. She first took up the sport while attending Delta State. She added that she didn ' t enter as a total novice, however, gaining basic knowledge of karate from her brother. Membership in the karate club is not exclusive, but a person must at least be a yellow belt in status and pay $5 dues each semester. To promote karate, some club members have participated in exhibitions at area high schools. In addition, members compete individ- ually in various tournaments vying for trophies. Money is sometimes offered as a prize at some tourn- aments, but members would forfeit their amateur status if they accepted it. Darrin Devault 203 Time Out SCOREBOARD Record: 7-1-2 Opponent Alabama 4-0 Vanderbilt 0-0 ! Georgia State 1-1 . Memphis Belles 3-0 Tulane 3-0 Tulane 3-2 U. T. Knoxville 1-4 Belhaven 8-0 Georgia State forfeit Belhaven forfeit On the move against Tulane is Cathy Moran, who scored two goals in the only home contest ot the season. The Lady Tigers shut out the team from New Orleans 4-0. (Photo by Kevin Lazarini) With imaginative footwork, Stephanie White Lady Tigers played on Echles Field. (Photo controls the ball against an outstretched by Kevin Lazarini) defender ' s leg. Compiling a 7-1-2 record, the 204 Women ' s Soccer Fielding its first-ever team at Memphis State and only playing one home game made things doubly hard for the women ' s soccer team, but notching a 7-1-2 record helped the women cruise the Thrilling Road to Success M, , ost new teams usually want to be respectable in their inaugural season. But the Memphis State women ' s soccer team wanted more than that — and earned it. Introduced as a club sport last season at MSU, the team compiled a 7-1-2 record. Except for one home game, the team produced this record on the road. The team was originated in the summer of ' 86 by several women who were interested in soccer. A parent booster club backed t he team throughout the season. We decided back in the summer to put together a team. A lot of the girls played against each other before, and we knew that several of us went to Memphis State, said team member Kim Lamphere. Lamphere did not play soccer in high school because Harding Academy in Memphis does not have a women ' s team. But she has played it as a club sport since she was nine years old. The team was directed by coach Lee Habecker, who spent six years at the helm of Craigmont High School ' s boys ' team. Working out a fall schedule was difficult, according to Habecker, because Memphis State was not part of the NCAA varsity program. He had to work out the schedule around those of other schools. This was the main reason for playing primarily an away schedule. Memphis State ' s problems on the field were ironed out early in the season. After going 3-1-2 in their first six games, the Lady Tigers crushed Belhaven College 8-0 in Jackson, Miss., for their fourth victory. The team would not lose for the rest of the season. In the game against Belhaven, Lamphere had her best offensive output of the season, scoring three goals. I guess the most exciting game of the season was when Tulane had us down 2-0 and we came back to win 3- 2, Lamphere said, referring to the road game played in New Orleans, La. The Lady Tigers also played Tulane in their only game at home. Memphis State carried a 2-0 advantage at halftime. They built it to an eventual game- winning 4-0 score, aided by two goals from Cathy Moran. Stephanie White also had assists on the afternoon. Top defensive performers on the year were Moran, Lamphere and Heather Doolin. Key people on defense were Edie Bethea and White. With the majority of players coming back next fall, the outlook for another successful season is positive, according to Lamphere. Darrin M. Devault Powering the ball upfield, Memphis State ' s Edie Bethea carefully steers it to a waiting teammate. Most of the team members had played against each other before they came together to form a new team. (Photo by Kevin Lazarini) 205 Time Out What has changed about MSU in the last 28 years? Cheering. The 1959 cheerleaders say that then it was all Frozen in time. In 1959, these six students represented MSU as cheerleaders. Today they represent Memphis State as leaders in the community. (Photo from the 1959 DeSoto) Spontaneity A split-second frozen in time brought six old friends back together after some twenty-five years. The group saw themselves when they were cheerleaders in an old photograph hanging in Tiger Den. The photo, which also appeared in the 1959 DeSoto, is part of a photographic exhibit of MSU ' s past. The picture showed a group of cheerleaders rooting the Tigers on to victory at Crump stadium on a cool fall evening in 1958. Well, the cheerleaders are all grown up now. Business suits have replaced the sweaters and the bright red lipstick went out about the time Eisenhower did. But the former students still remember the fun they had together. Six of the eight in the picture made it to the March 21 reunion coordinated by MSU Alumni Development and the DeSoto. The other two cheerleaders, Joe Anders of Cape Girarrdeau, Missouri and Elizabeth Butch Bassett Horton of Germantown had previous engagements. Everybody was looking well, everybody ' s still living and that ' s great, said Mary Lena Humphries McAdams after the lunch. That really was a good day. Cheerleading was probably the most fun thing that I did in my four years at college, said Betsy Stevenson Boswell. The others agreed. Boswell had a chance to have the experience again when her daughter, Lynda Boswell, served the Tigers as a pompon girl from 1980 through 1985. It ' s like double your pleasure, double your fun when you see your daughter out there, she said. Kitty Barner Strub remembers the trips. We ' d always get to ride the bus, the team would get to fly, she said. Despite the long rides to places such as the National Invitation Tournament in New York, the squad enjoyed the togetherness and the sightseeing. Strub still maintains close ties with Memphis State. Her Cheerleader Reunion husband, Dick, is associate director of Alumni Development and they have two children, Scott and Sally, who are students at the University. Cheerleading has changed over the years. ' We strictly functioned as cheer leaders, said Boswell. The elaborate gymnastics of today ' s award-winning cheerleaders were unheard of. Cheerleading was basically more spontaneous and fun, she said. The group would lead the crowd in cheering for the Tigers or, when things got a little out of hand, they would try to encourage the crowd to cheer in a more sportsmanlike manner. The squad would entertain the spectators with the latest dance, such as the bop or the sugar foot or whatever other dance happened to be popular at the time. The group also remembered pep rallies in front of the Administration Building, bonfires near what is now the College of Education and cheering with one of the first MSU Tiger mascots, who was student Bill Weeks under a lot of paper mache. Students at MSU had a chance to see some changes in the late ' 50s. Barry Chase took a historical perspective on those days. The period when we were in school was the period when Memphis State went from being a college to a university. Memphis State inte- grated and it was a transitional period, Chase said. Being a cheerleader and being part of the University at that time was a very important thing; something I appreciate and enjoy remem- bering. The former students still feel a closeness to their old school. It gave me of a sense of pride, said McAdams about her cheering days. Judging from this group, enthusiasm apparently does not disappear with the years. Devin Greaney Reunited. David Middleton, Kitty Strub, Steve Fransioli, Betsy Boswell, Barry Chase and Mary Lena McAdams posed in front of their 1959 photo during a DeSoto sponsored reunion at the Tiger Den. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Time Out Recovering a Mississippi State fumble in Crump Stadium, was the only good thing about this 1951 game. Memphis State (in dark uniforms) will remember this game, won by the Bulldogs (27-20) because a touchdown pass thrown to Jimmy Cole was called back because officials claimed Cole ' s foot was out of bounds. Photographs later proved this to be false. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) The Memphis State baseball team began its existence with a winning season. In 1913, only one year after West Tennessee Normal School opened, the team won the Memphis City Championship. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Sports Trivia Memphis State University fans and alumni, you talk about the past. How well do You Really Remember 1. What year was the football team the champions of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association? 2. What year did MSU ' s baseball team win the city championship? 3. What year did the women ' s basketball team play in the National Invitational Tournament i n Wichita, Kan.? 4. What was the MSU mascot in 1953? 5. Who is Ellen Baird and what did she do 1927-1930? 6. Name the last year football was played at Crump Stadium. 7. What was captured from Arkansas State University in 1957? Why was this captured object so important? 8. What team in 1957 won both the city and the M i d - S o u t h championship? 9. Name the golfer in the 1950s who won the Colonial Club Invitational three years straight. 10. What two classes met in 1927 during the finals of intramural basketball competition. 1927 was the first year of intramural basketball competition between classes. 11. What was the letter for the Lettermen ' s Club until the 1930s? The Club included both men and women athletes. 12. In what year did the football team score only seven points (one goal)? 13. Through what year did the women ' s basketball team play half- court style with six players? 14. What year did the cheerleaders begin cheering at men ' s basketball games? 15. Who won and what was the score when the world champion Boston Celtics came to the Memorial Gym to play Memphis State? 16. Who were Robert Hooker and Robert (Radar) Boatner, and what did they yell during basketball and football games in the 1970s? 17. Name the years that Jack Eaton cried of Great Scott and Great Caesar ' s Ghost? 18. What national champions began performing in 1972? 19. What important basketball game did the Tigers lose in 1973? 20. Name the two MSU swimmers who competed in the World Student Games in Moscow? 21. What was outstanding about the footbal record of 1938? 22. What year did the Memphis State football team win the Missouri Valley Conference Championship? 23. Name the opponent, the score and the date for MSU ' s first bowl game. 24. What was the score of the last Homecoming game to be played in Crump Stadium? 25. What year did Memphis State add gymnastics to its intercollegiate program? What year was the sport discontinued? 26. Name the game and the date for the last game to be played at the Field House. 27. Who was the first female to play on the men ' s tennis team and what year did she play? 28. Why did the MSU ' s basketball team wear black bands for the entire 1976-77 season? (See Answers in Index) Kathy Armstrong Running toward a perfect record. Herschel Ellis, a halfback from the 1938 football team, leaps over tackle Billy Zarecor. The 1938 Memphis State football team had a perfect season (10-0-0). (Photo from the 1 939 DeSoto) Memphis State cheerleaders anticipate a victory over the Ole Miss Rebels during the first pep rally of the 1962 football season. The rally was held in front of the Student Center which is now Jones Hall. MSU lost the game 21-7. (Photo from the 1963 DeSoto) 209 Time Out |P n One of the original organizations on campus, Sigma Alpha Mu was in the beginning a literary society for women. Eventually their agenda expanded to include social events and thus formed the first sorority. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) fjt cluster of organizations Z seems to have been borne ■- with the raising of the buildings on campus when students filled their hallways. These early organizations were founded on high aspirations, mainly cultural and literary. Most segregated the men and women. Among these first clubs was Sigma Alpha Mu, founded in 1912 for women. The 1923 DeSoto records At each meeting they study the lives of great men, debate the important questions of the day, hear current topics of interest, enjoy musical and dramatic numbers. The men ' s counterpart to Sigma Alpha Mu was the Seymour A. Mynders Club (S.A.M.). As written in the 1923 DeSoto, its objective was striving to uphold the ideals of the man for whom the club is named. It is suspected that a s time passed, these first clubs expanded their activities beyond debates and the study of great works of literature. In fact, many of these societies were the 1_ forerunners of the Greek fraternities and sororities. Like a Greek organization, Kappa Lambda Sigma was called the sister society of the Forum Debating Society. By the 1920s, other organizations entered the scene like the upbeat Y.M.C.A. and Y.W.C.A., and the Latin Club, whose members were continually performing the ancient plays. As the school grew, so did the organizations. While some ceased to exist, other new ones emerged. Tiger Lillies were the 1970s version of today ' s Tiger Tamers. Both groups work closely with the football coaches and directors in efforts to attract new recruits onto the team. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Flag waving is not as easy as it appears. In cooperation with the Mighty Sound of the South, members of the color guard synchronize their routine with the band. Practices behind the Field House such as this are a familiar sight during football season, even today. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Uniformed men as well as women are a familiar sight on the Memphis State campus where there is an extensive ROTC program. Here is a 1970s inductions ceremony. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Isn ' t this a happy group? Sigma Alpha Mu, one of the first organizations on campus, was one of the two literary societies for women. This group cheerfully posed for their picture during the 1914-15 school year. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) With four literary and two religious groups, Memphis State students begin a tradition of involvement In Something Extra 212 History of Organizations Another character from the play, Demeter and Persephone was Glaucos the Faun. This play was presented in 1919-20 by the Latin Club. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Is this ring around the rosies? Not quite. It was part of the Latin Club ' s pantomime production of the classical play, Demeter and Persephone. The purpose of this club was to preserve classical art and literature. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) T A l na t does a student do if he l I belongs to the World V V Affairs Club or the Sock and Buskin Club or even the Ioka Wikewan Club? But wait! Memphis State doesn ' t have these clubs! At one time they were here, along with many other organizations. When Memphis State first opened its doors as West Tennessee State Normal School in the fall of 1912, the only student organizations were four literary groups and two religious groups. Sigma Alpha Mu and Kappa Lambda Sigma were groups for women dedicated to the critical study of music, art and expression. Their male counterparts were the Forum Debating Society and Seymour A. Mynders. These groups strove for the development of oratory and debating skills. The YWCA and YMCA existed to make Christianity a real force in the lives of the young men and women at the school. The women of Sigma Alpha Mu were involved in various activities, such as giving a luncheon for the women of the Elizabeth Mynders Hall, afternoon tea for faculty and chapel exercises. Kappa Lambda Sigma boasted that every meeting has a full attendence for each member feels that she is an essential part of the organization and much of the success of the society is due to this community of feeling. One interesting group was the Imps; the only thing really known about them is their motto: Make your miserable little self happy. Another puzzling group was simply called FFF. Their motto was Try anything once. The Community Club touched base with every department of the school. Faculty and students from all over campus met to discuss problems. The Caldwell Players were the drama club of the time. In May of 1916, for example, they put on Taming of the Shrew. There were also several foreign language clubs. Los Picara was the Spanish Club. The Latin Club (continued on page 214) 213 Time on the Side Something Extra . . . existed for the preservation of classic art and literature. They often put on productions from ancient days, such as Pipes of Pan. Other forgotten clubs include the World Affairs Club which promoted research in international problems of today. Of course, today was 1926. Membership was limited to 30. Phi Beta Chi was an honorary scientific society. The All Students ' Clubs Council was a governing body of students that handled the social calender of the university as well as the publication of the freshmen handbook. Late in the ' 30s and ' 40s, other religious organizations such as the Baptist Club and Methodist Club joined the YMCA and YWCA. Several departmental clubs were started in the ' 30s; the Math and the Art clubs were just two of them. The Arts Club participated in several activities such as visits to the Brooks Art Gallery and the Memphis Museum; their emphasis was on music, art, drama and journalism. The International Relations Club was open to upperclassmen major- ing in social studies. The Future Teachers of America was a popular group at a teachers ' college. And what about the Ioka Wikewan and the Sock and Buskin clubs? Well, Ioka Wikewan was the home economics Club and the Sock and Buskin Club was concerned with drama. For those with school spirit, the Cub Club was the perfect choice. Their activities ranged from organizing pep rallies to decorating the stadium before games. The male campus leaders were offered membership in Delta Kappa, while the ladies belonged to Tassel. When the literary societies became sororities and fraternities in the late ' 40s, the Forensics Club and the MSC Theatre took over speech, drama and debate. The Arabesque Club handled music. Pledged to enter either the armed forces or some public nursing system were these young women who affiliated with Baptist Hospital. Each March, September and June, (Photo from a new class would arrive, prepared to Collection) serve their country as best they could. the Mississippi Valley 214 History of Organizations . r w Concerned with the problems of the world in 1926 was the World Affairs Club; these students came together with the idea of studying national and international affairs. They were affiliated with the Carnegie Endowment for International Relations. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Of course, some organizations survived all 75 years of the university ' s existence. For example, the band, though not quite the Mighty Sound of the South yet, made its first appearance in 1916. They were responsible for music at athletic meets, all outdoor programs and an annual concert. There was also an orchestra and an athletic organization. The first student government came into being in 1917 and every member was a woman residing in Elizabeth Mynders Hall. The movement for the Women ' s Self-Government Association of West Tennessee State Normal School was started by Virginia Proctor to preserve student honor, to regulate conduct of the students and to enforce the rules of the University. In the ' 70s, emerged a group of smiling female faces called Tiger Lillies. Today a similar organization, the Tiger Tamers, helps to recruit men for the football team. As the University grew, so did the many groups and organizations on campus. Today, there are over 100 student groups on campus, ranging from the Black Student Association to the Student Ambassador Board to yes, even the DeSoto. Who knows, 20 years from now people may wonder what Tiger Tamers and the Society for Creative Anachronism are. Missy Smith Still around after all these years is the Student Ambassador Board. An outgrowth of the Mr. and Miss Memphis State contest, the Ambassadors were, and still are, responsible for recruiting new students. The Board has grown from these eight students in the 1973-74 school year to about 50 members in the 1986-87 school year. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Before the Mighty Sound of the South came along, the West Tennessee Normal School Band provided the music. Started in 1916, the band was responsible for music at athletic events. Things haven ' t changed much in 70 years. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Time on the Side 215 r . ' -!, Setting up before the big show, band members of the Migthy Sound of the South will show off what hours of practice produce. Several band members have extended themselves even further with the organization of an honorary band fraternity. Kappa Kappa Psi was formed to promote fraternal spirit among band members. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Old greeting new. Veteran ambassador Kim Smith tells newcomer Todd Henderson of some of the activites of the Student Ambassador Board which include daily tours to prospective students. (Photo by Photo Services) Jousting to win over the hearts of their ladies, these two men are part of the Society for Creative Anacronism. The group is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to recreating life in the Middle Ages through demonstrations such as this one. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) K, .nown as a nation of joiners, this country has clubs, organizations, associations and societies available to all from every walk of life. And Memphis State is no exception with its wide selection of over 100 social, professional and honor organizations. A sense of sharing some common link to another person seems to be the bond that attracts people to become part of a group. More often than not, students join organizations that fulfill a need, whether it be a social need for fun and laughs or a more practical need for experience and connections for the future. The needs of students change over time and these changes are reflected in the clubs of today. West Tennessee State Normal School in the early 1900s possessed a realm of literary and debating societies, as well as the new and progressive clubs like the Y.M.C.A. and Y.W.C.A. Today Memphis State University expands its clubs to include international students, students with particular political affiliations, students interested in the past, as well as those concerened with the future, students who join to further service the university and many others. The list is as endless as the students ' imaginations. One factor exists that brings all the organizations with their diversified interests together: they create quality time out of the students ' spare time. Organizations give students their Time on the Side. Front Row: Angie Richards; Evelyn Faulkner; Brad Berry. Second Row: Alan Davis; Phillip Dixon; Chong Chi Third Row: Tony Mullins; Mac A. Crawford; Vincent Moody, III; Ron Campbell Back Row: James A. Cooksey; Randall Fesmire; Christopher T. Dunlap; Frederick B. Cole; Reed L. Maier; Peter E. Sartino First Row: Gina Medlock, president; Kathy Mackin; Deanna Barnwell, adviser; Melissa Kelso, secretary; Karen Clear; Gary Lock, vice president of programs Middle Row: Mary Lou Thompson; Richard Marsh, historian; Daniel Chapuis, vice president of placement; Jayne A. Richey, co-vice president of advertising and promotion; Cindy Giles, co-vice president of advertising and promotion; Daisy Shotwell Back Row: John Dobbins, executive vice president; Stefan L. Turner; Chris Thomas, vice president membership; Andy Park, vice president finance; Brennan Breckenridge, co-vice president of communications; Jake A. Williams, co-vice president of communications; Terry Owens Front Row: Olivia R. Marquez, vice commander; Nina E. Newman, liaison major; Melissa Newlon, parlimentarian; Jene Jewett Back Row: Suzy Stringer; Amy Evers; Lori Travis, secretary Front Row: Andre Dean; Angie Strain, public relations director; David Upton, president; Jennifer Cox, secretary Back Row: Darryl Pleasant; Steve Lape, vice president; Chris McComic; Chris West O I— o DC o o o o CO c CD J co CO o MMBW CD E O) CD O O E CD Q CO 3 O. E CO O 218 jfr Organizations Group photos by Photo Services Gearing up for campus elections, the Democrats receive a final go-out-there- and-get-those-votes speech from Campus Democrats ' president, David Upton. Members of the group were involved on both sides of the student campaign. (Photo by Devin Greaney) There are three things people don ' t talk about: religion, sex and politics. The Campus Democrats are trying to eliminate the mystery surrounding at least one of these and through it all, they are Getting the Votes Jl olitics have been around since there was any form of government. It is one subject that is sometimes viewed as controversial. People who favor different types of political beliefs make up the different parties in America today. There are even political groups on college campuses, such as the Campus Democrats at Memphis State. Promoting political awareness and activity within the Memphis State student body is the purpose of Campus Democrats. Students do not need to know the workings of the Democratic party to be a member, all he needs is an interest in partisan politics, the political process or the state of American government today. Election years are always the biggest for Campus Democrats. The Memphis State group worked in gubernatorial candidate Ned McWherter ' s campaign. Students passed out leaflets, went door to door and manned phones for McWherter and State Rep. Mike Kernell, a former MSU Campus Democrat. They also worked in the ward- precinct organization and worked the polls on election day. All of their efforts paid off when McWherter was elected govenor. Before the election, Campus Democrats, along with SGA, SAC, BSA, MSU NAACP and the Adult Student Association, sponsored McWherter ' s October visit to campus. Besides helping with political campaigns, Campus Democrats host speakers and have special programs. In February, attorney and political activist, D ' Army Bailey, spoke on his experiences as a student activist in the 70s. Receptions are also held for members each month. The Campus Democrats have also helped the Shelby County Democratic Women ' s Show, shown on Channel 7. On several shows, the Memphis State Campus Democrats were featured. Several members have par- ticipated in internships under state and federally elected officials. This was an experience where members could really see the political process at work. Politics isn ' t just for elected officials or those majoring in political science. Students need to understand the workings of the political system and the power and the voice that the people have, but oftentimes don ' t use. The Campus Democrats are striving to make students more aware of the mysteries of politics so that they will have a better understanding of American government. Missy Smith Time on the Side 21 9 Iff Campus groups such as sororities and fraternities provide a home away from home atmosphere for some. For the General Union of Palestine Students though, securing their home is a Hopeful Cause i .magine what it would be like to live in a war-torn area of the world where no one acknowledges your homeland as a country. Most MSU students have never experienced this situation because they can call the United States home or come from foreign countries. However, Palestinian students have lived in this situation. In order to help these students in their diaspora (migration), the General Union of Palestine Students was formed. Organized in Cairo, Egypt, in 1959, G.U.P.S. ' s purpose is to promote Palestinian-American friendship and to better educate the American public about the Palestinian cause. According to members, their cause is still greatly misunderstood. The area known as Palestine to its people is now called Israel. The students hope that one day their country will be free and also be recognized as a separate state. In addition to bringing together Palestinian students, G.U.P.S. enables them to join the vanguard of the fight for their inalienable rights for self-determination, said Ammar, the group ' s president. Their most immediate cause is the safe return of their homeland. Many of the group ' s 25 members still have families living in the Middle East. For this reason, G.U.P.S. has requested that no photographs be taken or their last names printed. Ammar said that doing so could endanger the lives of their families. For example, the Israeli government could prevent them from leaving Israel or attending schools while there. The local chapter on campus supports the national G.U.P.S. -USA chapter as their philanthropy, which holds the same goals. In August, the group attended their annual convention of the national chapter. To more thoroughly educate students about the Palestinian people, their culture, their history and their hopes for the future, the group will hold several informative events, said Ammar. Guest speakers will be brought to campus, as well as films and documentaries explain- ing the Palestinian cause. They also plan on having information tables set up in the University Center. Recently, the Qu.pS Revolution Until Victory is written on the bottom in the Palestinian flag. Above the circle is General Union of Palestine Students. The book and torch stand for education. This is the symbol of a fight to restore a lost homeland. (Courtesy of the G.U.P.S.) members set up display windows in the library. G.U.P.S. also participated in the International Night, where they received a certificate of recognition, which is given to only one participating group. This award was a double pat on the back for the group because, not only is it their first year to participate, but they won the award from the 12 other established groups on campus. Members of G.U.P.S. must be at least part-time students with a 2.0 GPA or higher. The group meets the first weekend of each month in the University Center. Informing students and other University members about the issues and problems faced by the Palestinian people is an objective that G.U.P.S. strives to fulfill. Ammar has said that his group is trying to get away from the negative connotations that Palestinian students have received from the media. We are not terrorists, he stated. We are students trying to save our homeland. Missy Smith 220 Organizations Group photos by Photo Services Front Row: Ron Campbell, commander; Thomas A. Silvia; Alan M. Davis, vice commander; Mario Maxwell, operations officer; Brad Berry Middle Row: Ken Kyle; Richard Webster; Kendall J. Gloster; Gloria D. Pollard, transportation officer; Susan Biesiot, comptroller and public affairs officer Back Row: Elizabeth Medek; Carla Poston; Angela Jefferson Front Row: Beverly Joyce, secretary; Ron Minks, vice president Back Row: Eric Painter, treasurer; Judith White, historian; Lynn Gipson, president Front Row: Jeff Norris; Rick Marendt; Mindy Sopher, adviser; Kevin Smith; Tim Rainey Middle Row: Jimmy McKee; Billy Gray; Terry Trim, vice president membership; Sean Minch; Todd Hardin Back Row: Ed Brundick, president; Mike Woodward; Chip Bryant; Tom Smith; Jay Luther; Drew Depriest 221 Time On The Side p Front Row: Paul G. Houston; Karen L. Cook, treasurer; Laura L. Stickel, president; Okebugwu Ananaba; Ray Kessler, adviser Back Row: Mike R. Johnson; Carl W. Pike, vice president; Andy Lee; Bruce B. Cole; Robert Hart Front Row: Susan Loftin; Kim Mauney; Beth Carpenter, vice president professional activities; Jane Harvey, secretary; Angela Harrison, vice president chapter operations Back Row: Dean Shipley; Ron Robinson; Jana Hubbard; Lindsey Bryant, treasurer historian; Steven McCarter, president; Saul A. Najira Ortego, public relations Front Row: Meenakshi Sinaram, president; Laftah Noni Latif, secretary Back Row: Farhen Mahmood, vice president; Meg Inglis, adviser; Pannir C. Ramaya, activities chairman First Row: Lisa Perr y, secretary; Roberta Ivory; Kim Mauney, historian; Carol Schmidt, treasurer Middle Row: Darrell Gentry, president; Alvin McKinney; Jan Watts; Elisabeth Powell; Minta Vandiver Back Row: David Pool; James Morrison, pledge class trainer; Jackie Collins, vice president; Donald Bailey; Melinda Skelton O) Ami o ■ Ajj . ' M CD O • - to Z$ 1 co £Z e , 1_ l i 1 o CO £ ' ( ) CO •4—  CD Q d o CO tn c D T3 53 co c o co c o c ifi Q. CO Q. Q. CO : CO CL Q. CO 222 Group photos by Photo Services 1 Organizations Entertaining football crowds is no easy job. Just ask the Mighty Sound of the South. Several band members have gone beyond this task to organize an honorary band fraternity, Kappa Kappa Psi. All in all, though, they March to the Same Beat E all brings many images to mind — the leaves change colors, the air gets a bit chilly and school is back in session. For those with fall sports on their minds, college football is a favorite. What goes along with football besides the sounds of Ice cold Coke from the vendor and Touchdown from the press box? The sound of the Mighty Sound of the South, of course. Memphis State students rise to their feet and shake their pom-pons in tune to the Memphis State fight song when it is played by the band. Marching in perfect formation, the band provides entertainment to the crowd before the game and at half- time. Even in the stands, the band does not remain silent. The Tiger crowd hears melodies such as Amen, or Jaws, or even the Budweiser jingle drifting across Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Of course, in addition to the music, the crowd is also entertained with visual spectacles. The majorettes toss their batons high into the air, flash a brilliant smile, do a high kick and still retrieve their wands as they hurl downward. The rifle squad, although only a couple of years old, amazes Tiger fans with their coordination and precision. Several of the band members have taken steps in new directions. In 1985, three band members, West Beibers, Darrell Gentry and Sue Lynn Perry, started a chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi on campus. This organization is an honorary band fraternity. Usually, Kappa Kappa Psi is all male, while Tau Beta Sigma is all female. The group at Memphis State, however, is co-ed. After remaining a colony for a year, the Memphis State chapter received its charter in November 1986. Kappa Kappa Psi ' s national president, Dr. Frank Stubbs of Purdue University, visited the local chapter during the months of September and October. He said that the MSU chapter had been exceptional in working towards the Kappa Kappa Psi purpose of promoting college bands. The members of the fraternity worked hard to become chartered and this helped them realize one of the other purposes of Kappa Kappa Psi, to encourage fraternal spirit among band members. Missy Smith Keeping the steady beat to march by is the percussion section ' s job. A fairly new addition to the band is the rifle squad which executes its intricate routines in step with the music produced by the band. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) 223 Time On The Side s All work and no play makes honors student, right? Not according to the members of the Honors Student Association. HSA provides the social and cultural aspect to an Educational Experience ome students become dis- couraged when they go to a class at the beginning of the semester and find themselves in the middle of a huge auditorium. Students may skip class discussion and student participation Although the quantity of work should not differ greatly from that in a regular class, the general quality National Collegiate Honors Council Conference in Miami, Fla. Memphis State University and the University Honors Program hosted the National Collegiate Honors class or even fall asleep because the of the class is higher. An average of Council Conference in the fall of professor will never know. For these students, whether they are good students or just average, honors classes may be a solution. This University Honors Program is a four-year plan designed to •provide special learning oppor- tunities to students striving for academic superiority. Established 15 departments offers ' classes with honors credit each semester, but program director, Dr. Riley, hopes to expand these offerings by involving more departments and by offering more upper-division courses in the future. As an effort to get honors students involved in activities other than in the fall of 1974, the program is honors classes, the Honors Student coordinated by the Honors Council, consisting of Dr. Joseph Riley, Dr. Betty Hill, six faculty members and two honors students. Honor students take special sections of regular courses given by departments throughout the University; enrollment is limited to a maximum of 15 students and all students in honors sections are honors participants. Emphasis is on individual initiative and develop- ment. The classes are taught by carefully chosen faculty members who have the reputation of being excellent teachers and scholars. There is also more emphasis on Association was formed in the fall of 1975. All students who have taken or are taking honors classes are eligible for membership in the HSA. 1984 at the Peabody Hotel, which broke all previous attendance records for a national honors conference. In the spring of 1987, they attended the Southern Regional Honors Council Conference in Tallahassee, Fla., where they also presented a workshop program. Memphis State University and the University Honors Program hosted the National Colleg iate Honors. HSA members also prepare, edit and publish an honors newletter, The group meets monthly and which is distributed to both honors sponsors lectures, conversations students and faculty several times a with distinguished visitors and or semester. faculty and other programs of The Honors Student Association interest to students. The HSA also provides a unique way to learn not encourages its members to only in the classroom, but outside of participate in state, regional and it as well. Honors doesn ' t mean national honors meetings. Drs. harder; discussion and individual Riley and Hill, along with initiative are abilities all students numerous student delegates, have have. Through HSA, these qualities attended the annual meetings of can come out. these groups since 1 976. Kelly Creagh In the fall of 1986, a delegation of Cathy Powers honors students attended the 224 Organizations Front Row: Rosetta Jo Beckford, vice president; Rhoda Shaffer, secretary; Eric Smith, president; Jackie Pullum, treasurer; Kevin E. Bruce, parlimentarian historian Middle Row: Marilyn F. Morgan; Calita Sneed; Felenceo Ross; Dianne Chalmers; Colis Chambers Back Row: Clint Wilburn, adviser; Joy R. Stout, adviser; Rosie P. Bingham, adviser; Ella Faulkner, adviser; Rosalyn M. Twillie; Johnathan A. Martin Front Row: Rosmari Pleasure, editor of The Torch; Duke Everett Yates III, president; Kim Staten, public relations chairperson Back Row: Efrem Keith Simmons, editor oiThe Torch, Reginald L. Owens, vice president Group photos by Photo Services Front Row: Chiyoko Muto; Helen Dodd; Yumi Kataoka; Kim Gresham, SIFC repre- sentative; Jeane Taylor Back Row: Michael Mefford, SIFC representative; Rick French; Richard Lopez; Cesar Calix; Kevin Jones; Mike Yochim; Steve Taylor; Manuel M. Sabater, Jr. Front Row: Charles Todd, secretary treasurer; Cathy Powers, vice president; Kelly Creagh, president Second Row: Darryl Ochsner; Kim Mauney; Alicia Forte; Amy Schwie; Pamela Beckman; Sandy Vora; Allan Williams; Jeff Williams Third Row: Dr. Betty Hill, assistant director; Elizabeth McGrew; Amy Evers, honors council representative; Greg Brunette; Steven Drewry; Waymon Haston; Tim Logan; Amy Ray Back Row: Joseph R. Riley, director, University Honors Program; Mark A. Rosas, honors council representative; Kenny Jarrell; Kevin Cochran; Martin Snyder; James Orsak Time on the Side 225. Group Photos by Photo Services Front Row: Charlene Allen; Janell Rudolph; James Chumney; Don Franceschetti Back Row: James Henry Allen; Maurice A. Crouse; Robert Frankle; James Ramsey Front Row: Zurina Bt. A. Hamid; Alice Roebuck, president; Roberta Bartlett, vice president Back Row: Steve Andrews; Mathew Abraham, secretary treasurer; Manuel Sabater, Jr., liason officer Front Row: Shannon Morgan; Felice Llangollen; Donna Hopper; Ruth Ann Winberry; Kathy Armstrong Back Row: John Stevens; Timothy Ball, Jr.; William Hopper, Chris Robinson; Bryan Sims; Kevin Gage; Ronald Back O) o o I— o c o CO as o OS O O CO CO a c c JCO Q. O) £ CO ' c o o as c o as a O a o o 226 Organizations Who said chivalry is dead? Courtesy, chivalry and honor are the trademarks of the Society for Creative Anachronism, along with colorful costumes from the Middle Ages. This is a group that has Stepped Out of t he Past A, .nacronism — def. (1) an error in chronology, esp., a chronological misplacing of persons, events, objects or customs in regard to each other; (2) a person or thing that is chronologically out of place. The definition fits a group of people who make fighting for fun a way of life. For those people who travel past Audubon Park on Sunday afternoons, the scene that meets their eyes may cause a second glance. It ' s not a time warp they ' ve stepped into, at least not in the typical sense. Actually, it ' s a practice session for a group of individuals who enjoy bringing the past to life. The Society for Creative Anacronism is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to recreating life in the Middle Ages through demonstrations, events and educational activities. Rather than recreating these images in their minds, the SCA creates a picture that even someone with very little imagination has no trouble comprehending. The SCA organization is over 20 years old and has groups in all 50 states as well as Europe, Canada and Australia. The groups converge in unusual places too, including the U.S.S. Nimitz, where a Navy group adds medieval fighting to the military lifestyle. The time period the SCA encompasses starts at 650 A.D. and ends at about 1600 A.D. Members of the SCA choose a persona (i.e. alter ego) from anywhere in this era. They pick a date, a country to live in and a name. In essence, they transform themselves into someone else from a medieval time. But there are limitations to this fantasy. The inventor cannot choose an actual historical figure and he cannot be non-human, like an elf or hobbit. The persona must also conform to established historical facts. This is one fantasy that must have fact intertwined. Once done, the story begins. The Memphis group is known as the Barony of Grey Niche. The United States is divided up into 11 Kingdoms. Memphis is located in the Kingdom of Meridies, which includes Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas and the panhandle of Florida. Each Kingdom is ruled by a king and queen. The king is determined by the winner of a tournament and a king champions a companion and may not succeed himself or herself. Women can become fighters in the SCA if they wish. Contrary to popular belief, women did fight in the Middle Ages when necessary. Two well known female fighters of medieval times were France ' s Joan of Arc and England ' s Boudicca. The armor the fighters wear must meet certain safety requirements and the weapons are made of rattan, a bamboo-like plant that will not have jagged edges if it breaks. Then, for further safety, the rattan is wrapped in duct tape. A hilt is then added- to comply with the SCA ' s safety standards. Even though the contests are the most visible part of the SCA, they are not the only projects undertaken by the group. Extensive research goes into the costumes members wear. Often this research entails many hours in the library studying paintings or writings from the Middle Ages. To each member, authenticity is the utmost priority. SCA members make their own costumes ranging from the simple tunics of the earlier time periods to the elaborate dress of the English Tutor and Italian Renaissance, as well as other later time periods. The SCA also has feasts based on medieval recipes some with as many as 26 courses. An SCA feast can last from one and a half to three hours with two hours being average. It is encouraged that all food items also be documented by historical research. The officers of the SCA are called by their medieval counterparts. The president is known as a seneschal, the secretary is called a chronicler and the treasurer is called a reeve. So the next time anyone sees a knight in shining armor or hears the cry of a damsel in distress, remember it is not a hallucination. The past has come to life for all to enjoy and experience. Kathy Armstrong Tona D. Jackson Delivering the killing blow to his worthy opponent is MSU student, Kevin Gage. Kevin is the Memphis State ' s senschal, an SCA term for president. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) Time On The Side 227 Ready to face 2 p.m. tours and 7 a.m. meetings is this group of new ambassadors. After filling out a detailed applicat ion and going through a rigorous interview, these 17 were chosen: Todd Henderson; Darin Hollingsworth; Paul Carruth; Michael Van Winkle; Trey Hollingsworth; Brian Mulrooney; Keith Simmons; Jana Groves; Daphne Lubkowitz; Gray Magee; Ed Brundick; Laura Skeen; Brad Christiansan; Ron Bulick; Clintonia Thomas; Lisa E. Dorwin; Alesia Roberts. Not shown are Kevin Bruce and Tona Jackson (Photo by Photo Services) There are ambassadors to the U.N., but do students realize that the University has its own set of ambassadors? They don ' t go overseas. However, they do represent the school to the outside world. They are true MSU Patriots w, hat is blue and gray, likes to play in the mud and dresses up as celebrities from the admin- istration to sing Christmas carols? Give up? It ' s a Student Ambassador Board member. What is an ambassador? Well, the Ambassador Board got its start from the Mr. and Miss Memphis State contest for the most popular seniors. In 1970, the contest was discontinued and the Student Ambassador Board was formed. The original Board consisted of eight to 10 members who had achieved senior standing. Gradually, this number was increased to include juniors and eventually sophomores. Today the Board has approximately 40 members. Duties of the Board haven ' t changed much in the past 17 years. Its main responsibility is recruitment. Every day during the school year around 2 p.m., it ' s easy to spot an ambassador dressed in navy and gray taking prospective students on a tour of the University. In the spring, ambassadors accompany admissions personnel and other faculty and staff members to Blue Carpet Receptions in Jackson and Savannah, Tn., to talk to prospective students about Memphis State. Along with recruitment, the ambassadors work with alumni at the Homecoming barbeque. Various campus organizations and MSU sup port groups call on the ambassadors to act as host and hostesses at certain events. A lot of these events mean free food, so ambassadors eagerly volunteer! The ambassadors also sponsor several events throughout the year. In the fall, the Board sponsors the Homecoming banner contest which is open to all interested campus organizations. The really big event in the spring which involves almost every organization (or semi-organization) on campus is Mudball. This game is volleyball played in six inches, yes, six inches of mud. About 40 teams participated in this year ' s tournament. Teams had very colorful names from the Mud Dogs to the Mud Frogs to the 8 from Hell, the DeSoto ' s own team. The money raised from the entry fees goes to the J. Wayne Johnston Memorial scholarship. Johnston was the University ' s first mascot. He was also a helicopter pilot killed in Vietnam. His parents set up the scholarship fund to be given every spring. to seven seniors representing outstanding leadership and academic qualities. One of the most fun events for ambassadors and administrators is the annual Christmas party. Nothing is sacred as the ambassadors poke fun at various escapades that have occurred during the year. The administrators enjoy the laughs at their expense and no one is spared when the jokes are read. To become an ambassador, a student must be a sophomore by the time he would serve on the Board. After filling out an application, students are called in for interviews; questions range from How do you like Memphis State to What was your most embarassing moment? The answer to this question is probably the interview itself. Some lucky applicants are able to demonstrate their skills by showing off their own special talents, such as how to serve a tennis ball or how to be a disc jockey. All these feats help the panel judges determine just how far a student will go to serve Memphis State. Dedication is a major factor in selection. About 20 students are chosen to be on the Board if they have survived the interview. What ' s in store for an ambassador at graduation? They get mugged but not in the usual sense; graduating Board members receive a Memphis State mug from a current ambassador, dressed in the blue and gray uniform. School spirit and dedication are needed to be an ambassador. After all, how does that old song go. .. Be true to your school. Missy Smith 228 Organizations Group photos by Photo Services Front Row: Scott Courtney; Susan McKay, sweetheart; Kim Russell, sweetheart; Wendell Fuller, secretary; John Amagliani. Middle Row: Terence Hampton; Timmy Massey; Mike Doss, president; Patrick Schmidt Back Row: Kevin Jones, executive alumni secretary; Jim E. Hill; James William Taylor, treasurer; David Risner, corresponding secretary; Danny Shores, warden Front Row: Margaret Paden, RHA Program Coordinator; Terri Wilson; Lisa Puckett, executive president Middle Row: Darryl Ochsner, RTS president; Carlin 0. Stuart, Robinson president; Bruce A. Glaser, Browning president; Michael Sit, Newport president Back Row: Victor Teng, Hayden president Front Row: Missy Smith, vice president records; Julianne Beckman, vice president public relations; Greg Vaughan, president; Debbie Wilkes, vice president development; Jessie Lee, vice president student relations; Billy Gray, vice president special events Middle Row: Mary Lou Thompson; Andrea Franklin; Tracey Worhington; Carolyn Dickens; Mark Williams; David White; Debra Elliot; Veronica Dotson Back Row: Rhoda Schaffer; Eric Smith; Benny Darnell; Scott Thompson; Keith Gray; Mike Tankersley; Amy Darr 229 Time On The Side Group photos by Photo Services Front Row: Roxanne Murray; Diane Davis; Merry Dennison; Judi Fine; Deanna Stark Front Row: Jennifer Lackey, activity chairman; Michael Harrington, vice chairman; Ken Jordan, secretary; Kelley Kalb, treasurer; Laura Gernin; Donny Lawrence; David Kessler Middle Row: Dr. Teong Tan, faculty adviser; Laura Small; Kerry Miller; Daniel Smith; Kenneth Jarrell Third row: Chris Petrick; Matt Blair; Doug King; Matthew Cychowski. Back Row: Peter Amminger; George Hodges; Kent Gordon; Rick Komistek; Jim Orsak Front Row; Kim Gresham, Campus Crusade for Christ; Jamie Judd, (president) Lutheran Student Association; Lorri Stephans, Baptist Student Union; Monica Moreland, Christian Student Center; Susan White, Christian Student Center Back Row: Michael Mefford, Campus Crusade for Christ; Bob Byington, Lutheran Student Asso ciation; Rick Perez, Christian Science Organization; Ken Skelton, Baptist Student Union; Martin Crockett, Jr., Wesley Foundation 230 Organizations The Student Interfaith Council is a conglomeration of every religious organization on campus. Through the speakers and programs of SIFC, many college students have come to See the Light B We wish you a Merry Christmas, sing Monica Moreland, Laurie Stephens and Jamie Judd. The Student Interfaith Council is composed of representives of each religious group on campus. Organizing the religious groups activities is just one thing they do. (Photo by Devin Greaney) ecoming involved in campus activities is important to many students. There are over 100 campus organizations that students can join, and there ' s something for almost everyone. Future politicians run for positions in student government. Aspiring journalists write for The Daily Helmsman or the DeSoto. Students interested in film join Aperture. For those MSU students who want to become more involved with people of their religion, there are also groups for them. All religions, from Judiasm to Catholicism to Methodism are represented on campus. These groups sponsor many events throughout the school year and the group which coordinates these events is the Student Interfaith Council. Composed of representatives from each religious organization present on campus, the Student Interfaith Council promotes religious life and growth at Memphis State. SIFC works closely with the religious groups to coordinate any event plan. For example, the religious groups hold progressive dinners or bring speakers to campus. The Student Interfaith Council also organizes several projects on its own. The food drive for the Memphis Interfaith Association, held during the Thanksgiving Christmas holi- day season, is co-sponsored by the council, along with the Black Student Association. The annual Hanging of the Green held in the first week in December is another event sponsored by the group. The activities include singing by the Memphis State University Gospel Choir, carolling by all present and the lighting of the Christmas tree and Menorah by President Carpenter. In the spring semester, the Student Interfaith Council, along with the Black Student Association, brought Will Campbell to speak on Faded Dreams? Campbell is an iconoclastic Baptist preacher, meaning he is a breaker of religious images. He works and writes for equal rights. Early in April, Student Interfaith Council sponsored Religious Emphasis Week. The week included a series of lectures, discussions and luncheons. Also in April, the group gave out two awards at the Presidential Leadership Recog- nition Ceremony to outstanding members, Michael Mefford and Jamie Judd, the group ' s president. Missy Smith Time On The Side 231 Getting a college education is no easy job considering registration and 8 a.m. classes. Members of Students Unlimited, however, have a greater challenge — overcoming physical disabilities. These students are Making the Extra Effort s tudents Unlimited (STUN) is no ordinary student organization. While it is a social group, STUN seeks to promote positive awareness, advocate equal access, promote opportunities for full participation in society, and provide opportunities for peer contact and social activity among disabled and non-disabled students. The main purpose of STUN is to stress the importance of commun- ication between students and, particularly, to eliminate the stigma that is often associated with handicapped people. Since it was organized in the fall of 1985, STUN has attracted 35 members. According to the group ' s adviser, Debbie Pullen, STUN has participated in some important fundraisers. For example, the group contributed to the Martin Luther Don ' t Be Afraid to Ask, says STUN president, Rick Davis. Members of STUN hope to eliminate the stigma put on handicapped students. (Photo by Devin Greaney) King, Jr. Scholarship fund by clocking the most miles in the Human Relations Week run-a- thon. They also hosted the University ' s Accessibility Awards Program. During the fall semester, STUN hosted Don ' t Be Afraid to Ask, a program which was designed to bridge the communication gap between handicapped and non- handicapped students. The program consisted of three films that dealt with the roles of disabled females, disabled workers and blind people. After the films were presented, a panel discussion was held to answer questions about handicaps and to stress that handicapped people are no different than the non-disabled. Panel members were Kandy Culley, Sara Adame, Julie Baker, Renee McFerrin and Anita Walton. In addition, STUN hosted a career development program called Bridges over Barriers that was coordinated with MSU Handicapped Services and covered topics such as interviewing and career planning. Organizational Alliance (OA) collaborated with the group to stage various programs. STUN also sponsors on-campus film festivals. This fall the group plans to bring Tom Ritter, comedy celebrity John Ritter ' s brother, to speak at Memphis State. The officers for STUN during 1986-1987 were: Richard Davis, president; Kandy Culley, vice pres- ident; Renee McFerrin, secretary; and James Paul Humphreys, treasurer. Sherri Fisher 232 Organizations c 1— a _c c LU o c CO CD o o CO Group photos by Photo Services CO CO a. a T3 CD CO c CD T3 CO Front Row: Tambra Ruiz, treasurer; Rita E. Houston, secretary; Dan Gray, President; Gene Sparks, second vice president Back Row: Glen Davis, adviser; Bob Driver, liason officer; Whit Wright, first vice president Front Row: Tony Friday, advisory officer; Zulfiqar Kamal; lldiko Bardos; Ronald R. Paulette, president; Phillip Bohannon, cheer captain Back Row: William Binford, special events officer; Bruce A. Glaser; Douglas J. Hethmon, vice president; Michael Thomas Front Row: Julie Rey Baker; Rick Davis, president; Renee McFerrin, secretary Back Row: Anita V. Walton; Pat Fuller; Kandy Culley, vice president 233 Time On The Side Front Row: Amy Darr; Macia Band; Sheila Vaughn; Rhonda Singleton; Ellen Kolb; Joslyn Welborn; Donna Kaczmarek Back Row: Anna Pesce; Angela Davis; Shawn Carter; Ginger McCarter; Julie Anderson; Cyndie Fisher; Trisha Seidner; Jennifer Brown David Kustoff, speakers committee chairman; Alan Crone, concerts committee chairman; Bob Young, adviser Tony Friday, recreation committee chariman; Ronald R. Paulette, fashion board committee chairman; Don Rawlins, co-sponsorship committee chairman Front Row: Marcia McBryde, workshop coordinator; Dawn Norris, secretary; Ronald R. Paulette, president; Leon W. Cooper, Jr., vice president; Laura C. Small, vice president public relations Second Row: Sharon R. Moore; Terry Randolph; Kimberly Peterson; Darla Hargett; Tori Petrus; Suzanne Harris; Micheal Burose Third Row: Alisa Reeder; Chris Shaw; Deanna McAdory; Chrystal Robinson, production chairperson; Angela Johnson; Charles Dye; Kellye Hendershot; Stacy Seitz; Stephen Latham; Kelly Weatherly Back Row: Bradley D. Thomas; Eddie M. Jones; Gina Mansker; Daryl R. Quarles; Stephanie M. Allen; Elaine Starnes; Tammy Sharp; Bruce A. Glaser; Stacey A. Williams; Istvan A. Bardos m X— CD E CO CD CO o CD O C 3 CO O m o c CO o CD JC CO co U- O C ) 234 Group photos by Photo Services Organizations Football recruiting is not only for coaches. Tiger Tamers are able to explain the college side of college ' ' to prospective MSU players. With a winning personality, pride in Memphis State and a bit of football knowledge, these women are able to Tame with a Smile w, hat group on Memphis State ' s campus is making a comeback after fading away a few years ago? The MSU Tiger Tamers is the answer. About 20 women are currently a part of this football recruiting board. Boards of this type can be found on college campuses nationwide. At the group ' s beginning in the early ' 70s, the women were known as Tiger Lilies. Slowly, people lost interest in the organization and so it disappeared. However, football coach Charlie Bailey wanted to start the organization up again. Through his efforts, along with Scott Brock of the athletic office and Lindy MacDonald of the Alumni Center, Tiger Tamers, as the group is now called, is back on Memphis State ' s Campus. Even though the group was only re-organized late last fall, they went straight to work recruiting for the school ' s athletic teams. Before several home basketball games, the women attended receptions for those high school football players that MSU had an interest in. While coaches gave the players the athletic side of Memphis State, the Tiger Tamers were able to talk about campus life in general. They were able to answer such questions as hangouts, academics, and other activities at Memphis State. The football coaching staff is very receptive to the work the women do, according to sponsor Lindy MacDonald. On some occasions, the coaches would even make the introducitons between the Tiger Tamers and the new recruits. The coaches knew the girls by name, MacDonald said. In addition to attending these receptions, they were also part of the football banquet between fall and spring semesters. Also, the Tiger Tamers were asked to attend the annual Blue Gray scrimage game in the spring. Afterwards, there was a picnic for the football players and families, which the Tiger Tamers helped out at. In the fall these women will again be attending receptions for high school football recruits. The receptions are held before each football game. They will be especially important to recruitment in the fall due to a new NCAA ruling — no booster members or alumni of a university may be present during the receptions. Only students, faculty or staff are allowed. So the Tiger Tamers have a big responsibilty in selling Memphis State to possible recruits. The board also plans to double its current size to 40 women. Hopefully, this will enable sponsors MacDonald and Scott Brock to split the Tiger Tamers into two squads; in this way, the women won ' t have to work both the basketball and football games. Brock and MacDonald hope this will prevent burn-out. Requirements for being a Tiger Tamer are, of course, number one to be a female. Women are chosen on the basis of a minimum GPA of a 2.5 and their involvment on campus. There is only one other requirement. Tiger Tamers are not allowed to go out with any of the recruits. Why try-out to be a Tiger Tamer? Trisha Seidner said she tried out so she could spread the word about Memphis State; she has also been able to meet new people and find out even more about MSU. There ' s more to a Tiger Tamer than just a pretty face. Pride in her school, familiarity with campus activities and opportunities and a friendly smile are also needed. Missy Smith In the jaws of a discussion about the new recruits are Tiger Tamer captain, Ginger McCarter, and football player, Rick Fredette. Tiger Tamers attended several home basketball games in the spring where receptions were held for prospective MSU football players. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Having fun in college is a must for any student. Just look at the expression on Lee Butler ' s and Donna Kaczmarek ' s faces. The players and Tiger Tamers are able to tell recruits about the other side to Memphis State. William Arnold and Marcia Band also help with the recruitment process. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 235 Time On The Side p Who says the woman ' s place is in the home? The Women ' s Studies Student Association expands on the idea of the traditional woman to make the public more aware of women ' s Changing Roles X he Women ' s Studies Student Association at Memphis State University is an academic organi- zation that provides students with an opportunity to study not only women ' s history, but also their work, their literature, their roles and their standards in diverse classes, cultures and societies. By using theories built directly on women ' s experiences, Women ' s Studies re-examines women ' s exper- iences and sometimes reverses the basic assumption on the traditional woman. Since its founding in 1984, the Women ' s Studies group has set four major goals by which they maintain, and will continue to maintain, growth within the association. Their express goal is to educate the student population about the Women ' s Studies program and also to improve the Women ' s Studies curriculum. They also want to provide support for students interested in Women ' s Studies and to sponsor speakers addressing current issues. The group is presently fulfilling thier established criteria, but they have been especially successful in obtaining speakers to address current issues. Several well known speakers were brought to campus by the Women ' s Studies Student Association. Jean Driefus of the Women ' s Task Force spoke in the fall. Her topic was Sexual Harassment at MSU? Her program centered on sexual harassment in the job force and in some hidden areas, such as college campuses. Also in the fall, Dr. Ernestine Robinson, professor of English at Hampton University, spoke on Gender Issues in The Color Purple. Gender roles and relationships in the novel were discussed. In the spring, the association sponsored in part a program featuring former White House aide, Sarah Weddington, who spoke on Rx for Troubled Times: Laughter and Determination. The association has two other sister organizations. The Women of Achievement, Inc., recognizes and celebrates women who have made important, lasting and sometimes unrecognized contributions to Shelby County communities. The other organization is the Center of Research on Women. With funding from the Fund for Improvement of Post-Secondary Education, the Center now provides a resource to help teachers, students and scholars identify the new and emerging research on women. It provides access to complete citations of social science and historical works on Southern women of color in the United States. Providing a very concrete program, the Women ' s Studies Student Association strives to make the role of women above average. It helps stray students from the stereotyped roles of women in today ' s society. By giving students an idea of the sometimes unrecognized achievements of women, they enure the students with the incentive to learn more. Maggie Robinson Among the speakers the Women ' s Studies Student Association brought to campus was Sarah Weddington, former White House aide to President Jimmy Carter. By bringing speakers such as Weddington to campus, the group hopes to change the stereotype of women. 236 Organizations Group photos by Photo Services Front Row: Leann Laster; Missy Smith, corresponding secretary; Lorri Warren, chairman; Kim Rushing, recording secretary; Beth Early, fine arts chairman Back Row: Ronald R. Paulette; Lauren Bledsoe; Carole Perry, co-chairman of display case; Amy Slack; Jo Una Pope, telephone chairman; Michael Mefford Front Row: Michael Morris, director; Tim Forbess; Sara Ragan, secretary; Keith Eddlemon Back Row: Phillip Herrine; Caroline Crawford; Sherri Tribble; Phillip Benson Front Row: Carol Drake, treasurer; Femi Ajanaku; Kateh Esmaeli; Marianne Leung, secretary; Carol Risher, vice president Back Row: Rose Paratore, president; Gene Jacobson, adviser; Sarah Watts; Jo DeWitt; Gwendolyn Hussle Time On The Side 237 _f The beginning of Greek life at MSU arrived with the formation of the Seymour A. Mynders Club, whose purpose was striving to uphhold the ideals of the man for whom the club is named. Later, this organization developed into Sigma Phi Epsilon and its female counterpart, Sigma Alpha Mu, grew into Alpha Delta Pi. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Banners flying high. Pi Beta Phi shows its enthusiasm at an Ole Miss game in 1968 before winning the spirit stick. Today they share that same spirit with their dads at their annual Father-Daughter Picnic. (Photo from the 1 968 DeSotd) 1 iSttf f %% o • 4 i fe3 i % Ff VJ -- y any of them began as i l l literary societies con- mJ r L cerned by and large with the development of the intellect. In time they added social gatherings, charitable projects as well as mingling with similar groups, to their agendas. Thus were born the Greek fraternities and sororities of MSU when the S.A.M. societies developed into Sigma Phi Epsilon and Alpha Delta Pi. Then there was no stopping the birth of more and more of these social fraternities and sororities. Some have not survived, but other groups continue to grow onto the MSU family tree of Greeks. Greek life has started a landslide of activity — both philanthropic and social — at Memphis State. Today only national fraternities and sororities exist in competitive harmony. Burned out. Sigma Chis have experienced their share of problems, from a house fire in the 1970s to tear gas at Derby Week in 1984. This, original house was located on the street adjacent to Mynders, near their present home. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Christmas and kids go hand in hand as Essie Ford, president of Zeta Phi Beta in 1969, finds out. The group was established in 1968 and has since then formed a strong tradition of working with children in the community through various projects. (Photo from the 1 969 DeSoto) J Since 1912, Greeks have been a part of life at MSU. The members may have varied backgrounds, but brotherhood and sisterhood Bind Them Together Interfraternity Council j- ow many students realize  x_J the history and tradition £_ that goes into Greek life? Even those most closely involved don ' t know the whole story. The illustrious and oftentimes unexpected beginnings of fraternity life led to an institution full of mystery and awe that has been passed down from one hand-selected member to another. Not all people enjoy the rigors of fraternity life, but for those who do, the joy found in the bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood are eternal. Tradition. This word holds a world of meaning for Greek members, but to Pi Kappa Alpha, it means even more. The Pikes were the first national fraternity to converge on Memphis State. Pan-Hellenic Greeks History They have been on campus since 1912 with the exception of the years between 1975 and 1981. These years were a decision-making time for the fraternity and its national headquarters. Initially known as the Phi Lambda Delta Fraternity, Pike became the first national fraternity at MSU in 1947. The Delta Zeta Chapter made the S7th collegiate chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha since its founding at the University of Virginia in 1868. The Pikes were not alone for long. Their presence started a landslide of Greek activity. In 1947, the Gamma Zeta Chapter of Alpha Gamma Delta was installed. Alpha Gam was founded at Syracuse University in 1904. It was founded for the purpose of promoting good scholarship and Council sisterhood. On March 17 of that same year, the Sigma Alpha Mu Sorority became the Gamma Eta Chapter of Alpha Delta Pi. Founded on May 15, 1851, at Wesleyan Female College, ADPi is the oldest organization for college women in the world. One day later on March 18, the Kappa Lambda Sigma Sorority became MSU ' s Kappa Lambda Chapter of Phi Mu. The sorority also was founded at Wesleyan Female College on March 4, 1852. It was first known as the Philomathean Society. That spring on May 3, the Beta Xi Chapter of Sigma Kappa was installed. Sigma Kappa was originally founded at Colby College in 1847. The Sigma Kappa motto is One heart, one way. In 1948, two fraternities and one sorority joined MSU ' s Greek system. The Gamma Iota Chapter of Delta Zeta was chartered on Feb. 21 of that year. In the fall of 1902, Delta Zeta was founded at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Women wearing the DZ lamp symbolize their purpose, which is to unite its members and to develop plans for guidance and unity in action. On May 22 of the same semester, the Delta Sigma Chi Fraternity became the Zeta Theta Zeta Chapter of Lambda Chi Alpha. Lambda Chi is one of the largest men ' s collegiate fraternities. In the fall of the same year, the Gamma Gamma Chapter of Kappa Alpha Order was established at MSU on Oct. 2. KA was the first fraternity to have a house, which they moved (continued on page 242) L Women ' s Panhellenic Council Continuing Traditions Bind Them Together ■ • .. B ' v_ 1 r S 1 ii 1 + ■ — V • w Then and now. The 1966 Alpha Tau Omega differed from the one on campus today. The Zeta Rho Chapter was rechartered in 1987 after seven years of stagnation. (Photo from the 1 966 DeSoto) Sisterhood in action is one of the goals of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., as shown through charity work. They came to MSU in 1963. (Photo from the 1966 DeSoto) into in 1953. KA is a symbol of spirituality and the love of God and womanhood. On April Fool ' s Day in 1949, the Seymour Allen Mynders local fraternity became the Tennessee Beta Chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon. Sig Ep was founded at Richmond College in 1901, where they were originally known as The Saturday Night Club. The skull and crossbones symbol has remained with the fraternity since its use by SAM. Again in the 50s, a flurry of Greek activity was seen as three more fraternities decided the join the ranks of MSU ' s evergrowing system. One of these fraternities was Kappa Sigma. The Epsilon Kappa Chapter was installed in 1950 claiming the star and crescent as its symbol. Kappa Sigma Fraternity was initially founded at the University of Bologna in Europe in 1400. It came to the U.S. when it was founded at the University of Virginia in 1869. The Tennessee Sigma Chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon has been at MSU since 1953. SAE was founded in 1856 at the University of Alabama. When the brothers of the Kentucky Military Institute left to join the Confederate Army in 1861, they left their ritual and other secrets under the care of Lucy Pattie, a belle of the college community. They were so grateful to her that upon reinstatement of the chapter after the war, they initiated her as the only female member of the fraternity. Chi Sigma Fraternity was founded at MSU for the purpose of gathering together men of high standards with the idea of petitioning to the Sigma Chi Fraternity for a chapter. The Epsilon Kappa Chapter was installed in 1954. The initial founders of the local chapter were Sigma Chis from other schools who had met at MSU. Along with long hair, peace symbols and flower children, eight Greek organizations were added to MSU ' s Greek system in the ' 60s. The Tennessee Delta Chapter of Pi Beta Phi was installed at MSU in 1962. The national fraternity was founded at Monmouth College in 1867. Pi Beta Phi was originally known as I. C. Sorosis. Alpha Tau Omega was founded at Virginia Military Institute in 1865. The Zeta Rho Chapter was at MSU from 1965-1980. Alpha Tau Omega was officially granted a new colony in 1986. In March of 1987 its charter was returned to them. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., was founded at Howard University. The Epsilon Kappa Chapter has been at MSU since 1963. The Deltas ' main goal is to unite the sisters into a close group and put forth an image of sisterhood in action. On March 16, 1965, the Delta Zeta Chapter of Delta Gamma was chartered on campus. During the Christmas holidays of 1873, three women stranded at the Lewis School for girls formed the Delta Gamma Fraternity modeled after the men ' s fraternal organizations. Delta Gamma is the only fraternity to have a flower named for the organization and have it registered with the National Rose Society. In 1966, the Gamma Delta Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi was installed at MSU. They were originally founded in 1904 at Charleston University. They were also among the first to use a system of chapter visitation by national representatives. At Howard University on Jan. 15, 1908, the first black sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, was founded. Not to be left out, Memphis State promptly petitioned for a chapter. The Epsilon Epsilon Chapter was installed at MSU in 1968. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., was founded at Howard University on Jan. 16, 1920. The Rho Gamma Chapter was established on campus in 1968. Zeta Phi Beta and Phi Beta Sigma became the first official Greek letter sister and brother organizations. In 1969, the Psi Pentaton Chapter of Phi Sigma Kappa was installed. Phi Sig was founded in 1873 at Massachusetts Agricultural College, which is now the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Its purposes are to promote brotherhood, stimulate scholarship and develop character. With the installment of five more fraternities during the ' 70s, MSU ' s Greek system increased to 25 organizations. The year 1972 brought the Kappa W§r Greeks History L Beta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi was installed. Kappa Alpha Psi was founded on Jan. 5, 1911, at Indiana University. In 1922, the fraternity adopted as its principal service project the Guide Right program which provided opportunities for youths throughout the country to discover and develop their potential. Also in 1972, the Mu Tau Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta was installed at MSU. Phi Gamma Delta, also known as Fiji, was founded at Jefferson College in 1848. Fiji ' s purpose is to promote brotherhood, harmony and scholarship among its members. 1973 brought the Delta Nu Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma to MSU. Phi Beta Sigma was founded at Howard University in Washington, D.C. in 1914. They have won the annual Greek Show for the last seven years. Also in 1973, the Xi Z eta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi was installed. In 1911, Omega Psi Phi was founded at Howard University. The bulldog is its mascot. Purple and gold are its colors. In 1975, the Kappa Eta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha was installed. Alpha Phi Alpha was founded at Cornell University in 1906. The annual Greek Show is held by the Alphas. So far in the 1980s, MSU has acquired two more sororities. In 1981, the Gamma Chi Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho was installed. Sigma Gamma Rho was founded at Butler University in 1922. Its motto is Greater service, greater progress. Nationally, the sorority has a strong emphasis on education and fighting illiteracy. In 1985, The Theta Kappa Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega was installed. Alpha Chi Omega was founded at De Pauw University in Greencastle, Ind. in 1885. Originally Alpha Chi was a music sorority, but now women of all majors may pledge. In the past 75 years, Memphis State has seen many Greek groups installed. Some have left, while others have remained the same or have merged to form new groups. Nineteen organizations were lost to the restructing of the system to meet the changing needs of the school, but 27 fraternities and sororities remain. The competition among them is fierce, but so is the loyalty. Greek members know no matter what, Greek live is a tradition that won ' t quit. Julie Nowidd Tona Jackson Ira W flrAg 1 I •v J f a . fe :;- ... J . £ A pi Jk Self-respect has never been a problem for the Pikes. They were the first national fraternity at MSU in 1947. (Photo from the 1 965 DeSoto). Attachment has never been a problem for Phi Beta Sigma. The Sigmas are the official Greek brothers to the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (Photo from the 1972 DeSoto) On April Fool ' s Day in 1949, the Seymour Allen Mynders local fraternity became the Tennessee Beta chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon. The skull and crossbones has remained as its symbol. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Continuing Traditions Em i Jl flrfl m i . 4 I ' 1 A wL 4. ■ p : i : At Three generations of Delta Gammas celebrate the most successful Anchor Splash yet. Leann Laster, Kelly Allen and Kim Followell coached the fraternity men who competed at the swimming event and who helped raise over $3000. (Photo by Brent Priddy) VJTreeks unite was the theme that set the tone for the IFC, PHC and WPC groups this year. Indeed, the groups came together for philanthropies such as the Special Olympics, for social events like Greek Week and for educational events like the Greek Leadership Conference. Behind the scenes, the fraternities and sororities played distinctive roles. KA broke new ground with raising of a new house. An established name was filled in by new faces as AT£J Colony became a full-fledged fraternity on campus once again. The Greek Step Shows that were performed after hours of practice reflected rituals older than this country. In fact, it is these rituals and the never ending beliefs of the Greeks that link them with their past in Continuing Traditions. Can ' t hold back the excitement of victory. ADPis Gina Howard, Becky Glass, and Ann Lopez participated in their winning routine that placed them first in the sorority division at All Sing. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Traditional togas are a common symbol of the Greeks. Lambda Chi Alpha Marty Edwards jams out at a swap with ALpha Chi Omega. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) Women ' s Panhellenic Council Front Row. Christine Duncan, Anna Pesce, Gina Cardosi, Melissa Kaufman, Elizabeth Peacock Back Row: Kym Jurinek, Elizabeth McGrew, Kathryn Link, Barbara Berry, Susan Lunsford, Tina Bledsoe, Paula Lopez, Cindy Galler, Deenie Skaarer, Angie Strain, Maura Black, Gina Murphy Annually, Memphis State Greeks raise money for over 30 charitable organiza- tions. The councils formed by the alliances among the members of each organization also add to this total, thereby creating a Clover of Success w hat ' s black and white and Greek all over? Memphis State ' s Greek governing councils. Just like fraternities and sororities elect officers to help keep everything running smoothly within the organization, the councils were established to help make everything run smoother among the different organizations. A Women ' s Panhellenic Council could not be formed at MSU until 1947 because there must be at least two sororities on campus to form one. So, once Alpha Gamma Delta and Phi Mu were chartered as individual organizations, they bonded together to form a unified WPC. The council acts as- the coordinating and governing body of all National 246 Greek Governing Councils Pan-Hellenic Council Front Row: Gloria Woods, Courtenay White, Millicent Lasslo, Veronica Sanders Back Row: Spensha Ingram, Rita Jamison, Dennis Braddock, Steven Hooks, April Lindsey (Group photos by Devin Greaney) Panhellenic Conference sororities. It also serves as a liaison among the sororites, the administration and the NPC. The council has grown tremendously since its early beginnings. Today there are eight sororities, 20 council members and 485 sorority members at MSU. Once the numbers increased, changes were made in the structure of the group. Most recently, anew position was created on the executive council. The position of chief justice was introduced and accepted unanimously by the eight WPC sororities. The purpose of this office is to let Greeks handle Greek problems. It was designed to take some of the responsibility off Mindy Sopher, the Greek Affairs adviser, in handling disciplinary cases. WPC meets every Sunday night and holds initiation annually. Membership requirements for. executives include experience and a minimum GPA of 2.5. Appointed officers and chairmen need a minimum GPA of 2.0. All need a sicere interest in WPC. The Interfraternity Council and the WPC work together in many ways. On Oct. 26, 1987, they sponsored a walkblock to collect money for United Cerebral Palsy. Approximately 40 representatives from Greek organizations united to raise funds by setting up walkblocks across the city. The walkblocks, which means the sidewalks and not the streets are crowded with Greeks, proved to be successful as $1,600 was collected. Once donations were made by Greek organizations who were unable to participate, $2,000 was the total presented to purchase sports equipment for youth afflicted with cerebal palsy. The IFC has set up clean-up areas and schedules for the neighborhood around fraternity row. This new effort to keep up the area and improve neighbor relations has already begun and seems to be working successfully. A president ' s council has been established to discuss these concerns on a monthly basis, while chapters, IFC, PHC, Greek Affairs and (continued on page 248) 247 Continuing Traditions pf Clover of Success . . . members themselves work together to adhere to these policies and procedures. Each semester the officers of the IFC take time out for a retreat to plan the events of that semester. The purpose of the Interfraternity Council is to promote unity between fraternities, the Greek system, the University and the general public. The IFC handles matters arising from conflict in fraternity affairs, academics, social responsibility and university relations. The third leaf in Memphis State ' s clover of Greek government is the Pan-Hellenic Council. It is composed of four fraternities and four sororities that offer cultural, service, educational and social activities for members of the community. Each sorority and fraternity is a local chapter of the eight National Pan-Hellenic Council fraternities in existence today. This governing body coordinates and plans developmental and social programming among PHC chapters and the entire Greek system. This year the PHC participated in Greek Week with the WPC and the IFC. A goal all three councils strive for is that soon the individual members of the organizations will see the benefit of all working together as a whole. So far, this has been accomplished in two ways: through the support of Cerebral Palsy and the Greek way of life. Julie Nowicki Interfraternity Council Scott Reasor, Trey Hollingsworth, Robbie Longfield, Jody Lawrence, Matt Morice, Tom McCraw, Beau Hardison and Jeff Reagan Guidance and Friendship Mindy Sopher Lending her guidance to the Women ' s Panhellenic Council is only part of Mindy Sopher ' s job. She also meets with the Interfraternity Council and Pan-Hellenic Council. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 248 Greek Governing Councils T hroughout the years MSU ' s Greek system has undergone many changes. Some of the most obvious changes have taken place in the past four years under the guidance of Greek adviser Mindy Sopher. Since her arrival in the summer of 1983, Sopher has been faced with the task of changing the attitudes of a whole system of people. Within the MSU Greek system an apologetic attitude prevailed. Sopher was cast into the role of cheerleader. She found herself giving a lot of encouraging words in an attempt to rejuvenate a positive attitude about a lackadaisical system. This rejuvenation process began with a restructuring of the system. At that time the Pan-Hellenic Council was led by a volunteer adviser, while the Interfraternity Council and the Women ' s Panhellenic Council were governed by the Greek adviser. Sopher thought all three councils should be united under one adviser in order to strengthen and enrich the program. This happened shortly after her arrival. In the future Sopher hopes to combine the three councils into two — a men ' s and a women ' s. She thinks this would be the ultimate step in the unification process between the separate Greek councils. The underlying goal of all of Sopher ' s plans has been, and will continue to be, to promote pride and unity. These are the two factors which strengthen and build a thriving system, according to Sopher. When setting goals for the Greek system, these two purposes have remained constant under the guidance of her leadership. A Wall of Fame was made to display the composite pictures and pins of each Greek organization, unity. These are the two factors which strengthen and build a thriving system, according to Sopher. When setting goals for the Greek system, these two purposes have remained constant under the guidance of her leadership. A Wall of Fame was made to display the composite pictures and pins of each Greek organization. Through this project, the individual organizations have gained pride in their displays and the displays have allowed the groups to become more familiar with each other. As the attitudes of the members have changed, so have the numbers. The numbers have increased at least 20 percent in the past three years. These increases are mainly due to two changes Sopher has instigated. The first change was an improved and updated record system. An accurate record of each member of each organization is now kept in a computer file. In the past the records had not been kept up-to-date, and no one was quite sure of the total numbers of the organizations. Another reason for the growth is improved recruitment tactics. Sopher has increased the amount of advertisement about the Greek system. More and more recruitment programs have been presented to the high schools to educate the students of the rewards and benefits of Greek involvement. Because of this increased invovement, two new Greek organizations have been added to the program since 1983 — Alpha Chi Omega in 1985 and Alpha Tau Omega inl987. With such positive movements in the past few years, Sopher expects bigger and better things for the future. In the short period of time she has been here, Sopher has changed the direction of the system and continues to improve upon it. The future depends on the people, Sopher says. She believes in the people of MSU, and that is why she thinks the MSU Greek system will grow and flourish in the future. Evanne Newman Continuing Traditions 249 A winning combination. Alpha Tau Omega and Alpha Chi Omega, the two newest additions to Greek life on campus, paired up at All-Sing to sweep second in the mixed division. Participants, David Kustoff, Steve Staggs, Marie Madden and Andrea Musolf perform their version of the Sound of Music. (Photo by Devin Greaney) After a successful rush and a Sisterhood Award at the Greek Awards Banquet, the women of Alpha Chi Omega are Closer than Ever D uring its two years of existence at MSU, Alpha Chi Omega has continued its tradition of success. The Theta Kappa Chapter grew even larger this year with the addition of 26 new members. Yet closeness did not diminish with numbers as evidenced by the Alpha Chi ' s acquisition of the Sisterhood Award sponsored by Sigma Kappa at the Greek Awards Banquet. This year Alpha Chi held its first Frisbee Golf tournament to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis. Fraternity men filled the field behind Browning to participate. The object of the game was to get a small frisbee through different obstacles created by the sisters. Some holes were shaped like AXQ ' s symbols and others represented Memphis State. There was also a Mr. Caddyshack contest. Jason Bode of Lambda Chi Alpha won this honorary title. On Feb. 12, once again fraternity men, as well as others, gathered at an Alpha Chi event. This time, the Varsity Inn was filled with sisters and their guests at the annual crush party. Aside from their own events, Alpha Chis also participated in campus-wide affairs. Teamed with Kappa Alpha Order, they won second place in the Homecoming display contest. In the Sigma Chi ' s Derby Days, AXQ won second in the lip sync contest and in the spring, won the spirit award at a Lady Tigers ' basketball game. Along with Alpha Tau Omega, they brought the stage alive with the sound of music and captured second place in the mixed division of All-Sing. Swapping pledges with Lambda Chi, KA, and ATQ helped to make the year go by more eventfully. The traditional Red Carnation Ball and spring Riverboat Bash were again the final events looked forward to at the end of each semester. Julie Nowicki Daphne Lubkowitz 250 AXQ Up against the wall Karen Reinke gets covered with graffiti by a couple of KAs. The swap with Kappa Alpha was one of several socials that the Alpha Chis enjoyed this year. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) Continuing Traditions Penmanship was no problem for Joanna Dame at the ATQ-KA graffiti party. Offering his stomach for a doodle pad is Terry Trim. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) Hlpha Chi Omega cjectoEO • • • Anderton, Robin Armstrong, Virginia Baker, Carolyn Bennett, Julie Cornelia, Josie Duncan, Christine Furmanski, Nicole Groves, Janna Huffine, Tracy Johnson, Jill Jones, Laurel Kaczmarek, Donna Kastner, Maria Lewis, Molly Lunsford, Susan aBk M C ■W r JB1 PH. 1 - ' I 252 Axa Fairy princesses always get their wish, as AXQ Janet Schklar found out at Fiji ' s Halloween party. Steve Sadler is the Fiji under her spell. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Madden, Marie Martin, Becky McCormick, Sonja McDowell, Kelli McGrew, Elizabeth Miller, Chris Newman, Evanne Nowicki, Julie Paxton, Lisa Pettus, Elizabeth Pilgrim, Catherine Reinke, Karen Schklar, Janet Seligh, Sandra Tonahill, Christy Whalen, Lisa White, Susan Willett, Kathy 253 Continuing Traditions Dressed for the occasion are Matt Morice and Kelly Massengil! at SAE ' s Lucy ' s Ball. On April 1, ADPi along with Delta Gamma showed that I ' m a Fool for You to their favorite guys at their Crush Party. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Brogan, Sarah Doyle, Katherine Edwards, Ramona Inman, Angela Lopez, Ann Lopez, Paula M assengill, Kelley McLellan, Rena Mullens, Lesa Ousley, Claire Pesce, Anna Pictor, Janet Rone, Deanna Rowell, Leigh Sams, Julie Sanford, Tina 254 AAn With a first place win in the sorority division of All Sing, Alpha Delta Pi Sings the Tops c reating the perfect combination of melodic voices singing in tune and white gloved hands moving unison is no easy task. Just ask Alpha Delta Pi. They won first place in the sorority division of All Sing in late spring. Long hours of hard work had paid off. Of course, their activities did not just begin then. Beginning with Formal Rush, ADPi achieved chapter total and went on to take part in several activities. Aside from pledge swaps and intramurals, they held a Barn Party. They teamed up with Sigma Chi during Homecoming Week. The two created a float to go along with the theme As Time Goes By. Skaarer, Katherine Ware, Julie Werner, Mary Beth mi • Hands in the air and smiles on their faces helped Alpha Delta Pi to win first place in the sorority division of All Sing. Members like Jodi Lowery, Becky Glass and Anna Pesce found out that long hours of practice paid off. (Photo by Devin Greaney) During the week long events of Sigma Chi Derby Days, Alpha Delta Pi won third place overall. Before plunging into long hours of All Sing practices, ADPis sent invitations to their favorite heart throbs to a Crush Party held with Delta Gamma. The theme I ' m a Fool for You set the atmosphere for the gathering held at Silky Sullivan ' s on April the first. Many individuals were active participants in the Women ' s Panhellenic Council. Anna Pesce was nominated public relations chairman for the 1987 year. Kelly Massengill was one of the main organizers of Memphis State ' s first Greek Leadership Conference. Julie Nowicki Hlpha Delta Pi 255 Continuing Traditions i Costume check. Jennifer Jones and Jeff Norris were partygoers at the annual Kappa Alpha Halloween Party held for the little sisters. (Photo by Lesley Craig) 256 ArA Shiny satin and sunglasses helped Alpha Gam place second in the sorority division of All-Sing. Gail Chumney, Susan Bean and Gloria Cantu do their part by smiling and singing. (Photo by Devin Greaney) How do the Alpha Gams raise money and remain active on campus? Not by doing a carwash or a roadblock They chase men in hats and sell balloons because for the sisters of Alpha Gamma Delta, Derby Has a Double Meaning w hat ' s the best way to raise money at Memphis State? Get the fans invlolved. And that ' s what the Alpha Gams did with their annual Balloon Derby. On Nov. 22, at the New Mexico football game, the sisters of Alpha Gamma Delta sold blue and grey balloons to Tiger fans as they came through the stadium gates. At halftime red, yellow and green balloons were released from the field by sorority members. Some Tiger fans again got in on the action releasing their MSU-colored balloons. The money raised from Balloon Derby goes to Alpha Gam ' s international philanthropy, the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. Another fundraising project undertaken with vigor by the sorority was to raise money during a phonathon for the MSU fund. The Alpha Gams raised $2,530 for the school fund. Though philanthropy is a major part of an Alpha Gam ' s life, there are also other projects to keep them busy. One of the first and most successful was their participation in Sigma Chi ' s Derby Days. For their hard work during the week, the women obtained a first place trophy and two of the sisters received individual awards. Suzanne Harris was named Miss Shape and pledge, Anna Travis, became this year ' s Derby Doll. In the spring, the Alpha Gams again took to the helm and made All- Sing a major event in their routine. Their hours of practice paid off at showtime. Their songleader and director, Michelle Kyle, presented the sorority with a second place trophy in the sorority division for their long hours of song and motion practice. Alpha Gamma Delta is an organ- ization that provides undergraduates with the common interests of fellowship, studying, growing, learning and participating in the community around them the chance to work as a unit, while also developing their individual talents and interests. Tona D. Jackson Continuing Traditions 257. Ashcraft, Stephanie Blair, Carol Blasingame, Cathy Carayiannis, Stephanie Chumney, Gail Clement, Tina Dalton, Cindy Dever, Erin Dugger, Johnna Durham, Jennifer Emison, Susan Glaze, Melissa Goode, Amy Hampton, Helen Harris, Suzanne Hegarty, Lori Hobbs, Tammy Howell, Pamela Jackson, Kris Jones, Jennifer Keeton, Jane [ 1 J NHL iifl ML jfti • lOgs | ■bi Hl i ■5 JHt i . mF I 1 . - 1 JL.B ■yaJ| r - ' M I 1 ji 1 vH k ' P . ET -V 1 [l A U E% P ' J yf I L V. J JK,J l y ijtejL- { JpRs Bsp, q MR -ff l£ ttb  - ' JB? 1 r ;J@K « K- H •- v L 1 RtKP H ■Hi £™T Jpr v jl J K %=59 ' H :fl (PP i§ ' ' ■B 1.1 rnl ; i v •i What ' s that I hear? Sounds like a medley of Beach Boys tunes. Songs like I Get Around sung by Susan Bean and Gloria Cantu helped the sorority to place second in the annual All-Sing competition. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 258 ArA Lankford, Sharon Lee, Jessie Lassiter, Cheri Lawrence, Stephanie Logan, Elizabeth McPipkin, Debra Merkle, Melinda Meyer, Kathy Montfort, Michelle Morris, Holly Napier, Betty Peacock, Elizabeth Sasser, Ann Shirina, Renee Hlpha Gamma Delta Miss Shape, Suzanne Harris, models in front of a large crowd of Derby Day partygoers. Not only is Miss Shape an Alpha Gam, but this year so is the Derby Doll, Anna Travis. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Continuing Traditions 259 Hlpha Kappa Hlpha Applewhite, Marriott Broom, Joyce Burress, Felicia Collins, Dianne Henson, Yolanda The highest grade point average for six out of the last seven years and their ongoing service work make the Alpha Kappa Alphas A PHC Original w hat ' s pink and green and is the mother of both a school and a village? It ' s Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. The sorority ' s adoption of an African village and of Lincoln Elementary School are only two of its ongoing service projects. AKA, the oldest Greek-letter organization established for black women in 1908, came to MSU in 1968. Continuous work for others has shown that the sorority has lived up to it ' s constitution by being of great service to all mankind by merit and culture. Soon after the arrival of AKA ' s Epsilon Epsilon Chapter, the sisters immediately initiated one of their many service projects by donating $500 in food to the needy. Since then, the sisters have implemented and sponsored a readi ng program for children and have become official members of the NAACP. Aware of the need to donate to other predominately black interest programs, including UNICEF and the Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation. The chapter also organizes two ether major fundraisers: the Prominent Black Women ' s Banquet is held every fall and enables the sorority to donate thousands of dollars to the community. In the spring, AKA held its Starchild Pageant, consisting of young girls competing for the title of Little Miss AKA. This project gives the sorority even more money to put into the community. Throughout the year other fundraisers such as bake sales, fashion shows and swim parties are held to contribute the maximum amount of money to other charitable organizations. AKA, the only undergraduate chapter of any black Greek organization to officially In black tails and high top hats, AKA performs in the annual Greek Show. In the front of the line are three neophytes, followed by Dianne Saulsberry, Daphne Wilson, Pamela Floyd, Kim Walton and Clitonia Thomas at the end. (Photo by Photo Services) adopt a school, has gone a step further by initiating Project Blossom, a program in which the sisters offer learning enrichments to the underprivileged children in Lincoln Elementary, as well as treating the students to cultural activities. Other programs with Lincoln Elementary include the Judge-For- A-Day contest in which contestants write an essay and the newly formed Just Say No campaign in which the students perform skits and participate in poster contests. Besides concern for the education of young children, AKAs have shown they are serious about their own. They have won the highest grade point average award six out of the last seven years at the annual Pan-Hellenic Greek Show. Felicia Burress 260 AKA AKA Sweethearts Douglass Fowler, Joe Caviness, Ken Ware and Wesley Bryant (Photo by Photo Services) Hill, Shelia Moore, Lynette Saulsberry, Andrea Saulsberry, Valeria Sellers, Constance Walton, Kim Williams, Letitia Woods, Gloria , j , ; ■ ' ■ ' -■ • ■ ! Continuing Traditions alpha Phi Rlpha Brothers from other chapters are always welcome at the Alpha house. Alpha alum, Chris Harper from UT Martin, is well taken Harwell, Stephen Johnson, Curtis Miller, Clinton Thompson, Greg Yates, Duke care of with some MSU hospitality from Benita Early, Yolanda Henson and Debra Early. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Supporting their brothers at a fall step show, Alphas from LeMoyne-Owen stop for a picture. Keeping up with the activities of other local chapters is important to the Alphas. For the men of AOA, brotherhood is a strong link in the fraternal bond. (Photo by Denise Norman) 262 AOA What is the definition of success? For Alpha Phi Alpha it means an award for being the PHC Chapter of the Year, having a good GPA and A Visit from the President A, .n eventful year for the Alphas was completed this spring when they received the award for Pan-Hellenic Chapter of the Year. The title was not easy to come by but with months of planning and their numerous activities, they showed the PHC what it takes to be Chapter of the Year. The fraternity was also honored in the fall by being one of the few chapters to be visited by National General President Charles C. Teamer. But the recognition did not come without plenty of work by the brothers to benefit the students and the Memphis community. The Alphas ' social work involved raising $500 for the United Negro College Fund through the annual Greek Show and other events, which brought fraternities from 10 different colleges throughout the South to MSU. The brothers also donated to the Black Student Association ' s food drive, visited the Porter-Leath Children ' s home for Halloween and distributed anti-drug abuse litera- ture. In the Alphas ' attempts to give of themselves, Memphis State students weren ' t forgotten. The brothers treated students to a free pizza and ice cream party where a black film series was presented. The campus school also enjoyed the brothers ' attention when an Easter egg hunt was held in April. Their annual Miss Black and Gold pageant was held at Harris Auditorium on Oct. 24, with Gail Brown of Delta Sigma Theta receiving the title. The members again attended the state convention, this time in Chattanooga, and held their annual Christmas Ball. The Alphas make a practice of patting backs within the fraternity also. They started by awarding their president, Don Brown, with the Brother of the Year award. Next, Brad Thomas received an award for achieving the highest grade point average in the chapter, a 3.7. Recognition does not come without work and the Alphas plan to keep up the work that helped them become Chapter of the Year. Devin Greaney Steppin ' in army boots is not an easy task. Proving they can do it are Clinton Miller, Curtis Johnson, Don Brown, Nicolas Adams, Patrick Louis, Joe Williams and Ken Ware. (Photo by Photo Services) 263 Continuing Traditions Brewer, Keith Brown, Reginald Bryant, Pat Cochran, Kevin Bohannon, Phillip Davis, Randall With the Brotherhood Award under their belts and new ideas to put the fun back into fundraising, the brothers of Alpha Tau Omega are Back With Green, Perry Hethmon, Doug Houston, Phillip Kamal, Zulfiqar Kustoff, David Linxwiler, John a Splash o, ' n Apr. 25, 1987, 39 colonists of Alpha Tau Omega became initiated members of the fraternity. The Zeta Rho Chapter that had once lost its charter had now become fully re- instated. With the enthusiasm of restarting an old tradition, the men of ATQ worked all year on campus to prove their worthiness of obtaining the Ready to go, Phillip Bohannon awaits the start of the backstroke race. Being a colony at that time did not stop the men of ATQ; they raised over $800 at AT ' s Anchor Splash. (Photo by Brent Priddy) charter. In an effort to serve others, ATQ used a new idea, combining fun with service. Before a social, the men worked with the sorority in a fundraiser such as the one with Delta Gamma. The ATQs and Ars raised over $200 for the Skinner Handicap Center before their swap. Other philanthropic projects included sponsorship of a team in the Special Olympics as well as participation in the Elvis Presley 5K-run. The executive director of United Cerebral Palsy presented them with a plaque at the Greek Awards Banquet in recognition of their service during the run. The men also received the Brotherhood Award and the Highest GPA Award 264 ATQ IW1  m-f A v mm A mf V J 1 i I f 1 l fc 1 i Yli Ml , , , , J : §§ ■« I ! rlf - ! McDowell, Dave Musarra, Dominic Nixon, Greg at the banquet and Steve Staggs was the recipient of the Outstanding President ' s Award. ATQ also participated in Anchor Splash where they placed third overall and raised the largest amount of money with well over $800. During All-Sing, the ATQs, with Alpha Chi Omega, donned Swiss Rawlins, Don Roach, David Staggs, Steve Hlpha Tau Omega Stanley, David Sundquist, Don Valadie, Steve White, Peter Williams, Lee Wills, David costumes for their rendition of the Sound of Music. They placed second in the mixed division. The year ended for them with the much anticipated Initiation Weekend. On Friday night, a social gathering attended by national officers, as well as ATQs from Rhodes College, was held in honor of the soon-to-be Zeta Rho Chapter. Fun, fun, fun was had by all at AXQ ' s Crush Party. ATQ ' s Zulfiqar Kamal and Dave McDowell show their moves on the dance floor at the Varsity Inn. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) On Saturday morning, 39 new initiates emerged ready for the banquet and formal held that night at the Home Builders Association in Germantown. Sunday morning brought a service that honored and blessed the start of MSU ' s latest addition to its Greek system. Daphne Lubkowitz Julie Nowicki t £ 1 L ..7 - - T||- , | lAS • 1 i L - . „• £ • n.-.V- W„ I ,  Aiming for the next hole, Doug Hethmon tries to stay under par at AXQ ' s Frisbee Golf tournament. The AXQ event was one of many Greek events that the new Zeta Rho Chapter participated in such as the Special Olympics, Ar Anchor Splash and spirit night at Tiger basketball. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) 265 Continuing Traditions For the sisters of Delta Gamma there is more to college and Greek life than simply books and parties. Every woman knows the path that has been laid down for her as a member of the fraternity. For these women Philanthropy is Tops Showing off their enthusiasm are Jennifer Brown and Patrick Bryant along with Doug Hethmon at Anchor Splash. Bringing in over $3,000, the DG event benefits Aid to the Blind, Sight Conservation and a local Lion ' s Club chapter. (Photo by Brent Priddy) 266 Ar J D G. Do good. In the beginning, the three founders of Delta Gamma used this saying as their motto. Today members of the Delta Zeta Chapter are living up to their goal of doing good by participating in various campus-wide philanthropic projects, such as Anchor Splash and Special Olympics. AT started the year off with its annual Anchor Splash activities and with the help of the fraternities on campus, over $3,000 was raised for the Lion ' s Club and Sight Conservation and Aid to the Blind. Some of the money also went to help the chapter ' s province purchase a seeing-eye dog for a needy person. Next DGs could be seen waving banners for XX ' s Derby Days. By the end of the week though, Sigma Chi was waving banners for the sisters of Delta G. as the chapter raised over $800 for the Wallace Village for Children. For their efforts in Derby Days, the DGs received first place in fundraising and spirit and second place in the overall competition. In the spring, Dee Gees could be seen on the sidelines of the Special Olympics games held at the Field House. After their spirited team picked up its ribbon, the women took them to McDonald ' s for a victory celebration. In the end both the Delta Gammas and the team were victorious. Another spring project for the sisters was a carwash with the brothers of Alpha Tau Omega. Before their swap, members of both organizations participated in a wash-a-thon at Wendy ' s on Poplar. After the last bucket of water was disposed of, usually on another person, the ATH-AT team had raised over $200 for Skinner Handicapped Services. Spirit and fundraising were two areas where the Delta Zeta Chapter excelled but the women were not to be left out in others areas either. Delta Gamma received second i n scholarship for the spring semester and they also received the ATQ Leadership Award at the Greek Awards Banquet. Delta Gammas were involved in sports, too. They won the Intramural Award for the sorority division at the Banquet. Individual members excelled as well as five Ars were initiated into the Order of Omega and Amy Darr received the Intramural Woman of the Year Award for the third year in a row. With over a 100-year tradition of quality to live up to, the sisters of Delta Gamma at Memphis State keep pursuing their goals of individual and fraternal excellence. Tona D. Jackson With syncronized movements and words from the musical Bye Bye Birdie, the sisters of Delta Gamma put on a happy face in their polka dot dresses and white tennies at the 1987 All Sing. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Continuing Traditions 267 Delta Gamma Smiling encouragement to the brothers of ATQ, Teresa Seng supervises and coaches them at Anchor Splash. The event features fraternity men competing in swimming events as well as a bathing beauty contest. (Photo by Brent Priddy) Whispering words of thanks, Bill Thompson is presented the Brotherhood Award at the Greek Awards Banquet. Presenting the award is Anne Kolb. Sponsored by Delta Gamma, the award is given annually at the Greek Awards Banquet to an individual selected by the sorority on the basis of the fraternity man who exemplifies the meaning of brotherhood. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 268 Ar Allen, Kelly Bell, Becky Brooks, Laura Cannon, Laura Cooling, Kim Darr, Amy Daugherty, Kim Dickens, Carolyn Eoff, Emily Ferguson, Megan Gurley, Kathy Hennessey, Sharon Jackson, Tona Kincaid, Rachel Kolb, Anne Kolb, Ellen Kennemore, Carol Laster, Leann Lewis, Courtney Limbaugh, Maria Lubkowitz, Daphne Melvin, Missy Mueller, Kay Mustin, Michelle Powell, Stacy Rushing, Kim Slack, Amy Smith, Kim Smith, Missy Sullivan, Ann Strain, Angie Warren, Lorri Werne, Paige Werne, Tiffany Pji £ ' - ...  ♦- . «. ♦ « .t ' . - n|lH ...tiuuiiu ,v r- r UUUHUiiUttUtH i4 .«4 I C . I Nerves were tense as the Delta Gamma coaches prepared their men for the inner tube race during Anchor Splash. (Photo by Brent Priddy) 269 Continuing Traditions A group of women committed to scholarship and community service is what the founders of Delta Sigma Theta wanted when they formed the sorority. Today the Epsilon Kappa Chapter is Living Up to Expectations A t Howard University Delta Sigma Theta ' s 22 founders envisioned an organization of college women pledged to serious endeavors and community service. These students demonstrated concern for social welfare, acedemic excellence and cultural enrichment. Their ideas of scholarship and service have withstood the test of time. Today Delta Sigma Theta is a public service sorority emphasizing scholarship, character and service. It is dedicated to a program of sharing membership skills and organizational services in the public interest. The Epsilon Kappa Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta kept up the national tradition of service to others Arnold, Phyllis Bradley, Stacey Fields, Tracy Gholson, Elaine Griffin, Angela Hamer, Sandra Holly, Trina Lindsey, April Matthews, Candace Myers, Debra by conducting its 11th annual Deltas After Dark production with the theme being The Delta Rainbow. Natalie Williams was the choreographer for this year ' s production. The program included skits, dances, songs and poetry with each member and pledge of the sorority participating in the event. The money raised from Deltas After Dark goes to a scholarship fund to aid two black, female students in the Memphis area who are college bound and have a 3.5 GPA or better. The Deltas also participated in the spring Greek Show and raised $1,548 for the MSU fund. Julie Nowicki Tona Jackson Delta Sigma Theta Middleton, Tanya Rogers, Elizabeth Perkins, Beverly Spriggs, Sonja Tuberville, Mitzi 270 AZ0 Representing Delta Sigma Thetaare Elaine Gholson, April Lindsey, Tammera Johnson and Tanya Middleton. They are participating in an organizations display in the University Ceinter. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) Steppin ' at the Greek Show is only one of the Deltas ' many activities. Clockwise from the back are Tracey Fields, April Lindsey, Trina Holly, Stacey Bradley, Elaine Gholson, Sonja Spriggs, Phyllis Thomas and Sandra Hamer. (Photo by Photo Services) Wainwright, Carolyn Williams, Natalie Deltas After Dark allows the sorority to award two scholarships each year to outstanding black students in the Memphis area. Performing in the production are Natalie Williams, LaMelody Leaks and Sonja Spriggs. (Photo by Devin Greanev) Continuing Traditions 271 Togetherness always makes work seem more fun. DZ and Alpha Tau Omega joined together to build a Homecoming lawn display symbolizing the theme, As Time Goes By. (Photo by Marjorie Van) If I 1 7 I m 1 . , ' (. ' w jif ? ! 1 f ■ f L- ■ •w ■ -■  As a way to raise money for local charities, Follies is more than a talent contest For Delta Zeta Displaying their Men of MSU calendar are Trina Westbrook and Blair Argo. They represented DZ at an organizations fair in the University Center. The calendar featured campus cuties from several organizations. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) I n the fall of 1902, Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, began admitting female students for the first time. Six of these new co-eds soon became interested in formiong an organization for women similar to the men ' s fraternities which already existed at the university. The women enlisted the help of the new president of the university, and on Oct. 24, formal Articles of Incorporation were given to the founders by the state of Ohio. Delta Zeta Sorority had been born. National expansion was a goal of the founders from the beginning. In 1910, Delta Zeta had enough chapters to qualify for admission to the National Panhellenic Conference. More chapters were added in July 1941, when Delta Zeta merged with Beta Phi Alpha Sorority. Today Delta Zeta is the second largest national sorority with the largest number of collegiate chapters. The Gamma Iota Chapter of Delta Zeta was chartered at MSU on Feb. 21, 1948, by 19 women. In 1959, Gamma Iota began an annual fundraising project, the Delta Zeta Follies, which is still sponsored by the chapter on a bi-annual basis. Proceeds form the event go to the MSU Greek Scholarship Fund and to Delta Zeta ' s national philanthropy, the Guallaudet College for the Speech and Hearing Impaired in Washington, D.C. Shari Bishop 272 AZ Argo, Blair Berrie, Barbara Bishop, Sharon Blankenship, Emily Burton, Cynthia Campbell, Angela Cornell, Julie Odom, Kim Pihl, Cathy Ruby, Julie Ruby, Sylvia Starnes, Stephanie Stevens, Sarah Thompson, Linda Virgin, Cynthia Watkins, Tina Weaver, Donna Weeks, Vikki Westbrook, Trina Williams, Sharon Poodle skirts and jean jackets added to the performance of 50s songs by DZ and Fiji. Back row singers are Shawn Drake and Richard Groff. Billie Dickey, Sylvia Ruby, Cheri McKnight and Kim Odom make up the front row. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Delta Zeta 273 Continuing Traditions Giving it their all gave the KAs a first place trophy in the fraternity division of All- Sing. On the front row are Terry Trim, Andy McDill and Michael Van Winkle. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Winning the All-Sing fraternity division, moving into a new house and having the longest-running charter on campus shows that for Kappa Alpha, it is Success After Success w hen the Confederacy fell at Appomattox in 1865, many Southerners felt that the end had come to their lives. Their once graceful, charming life had been taken away, but they did not realize that the old ways had not died when Lee surrendered. Through the years some traditions have emerged to honor the Old South. The Gamma Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Alpha Order celebrates these traditions every year during Old South Week, and it has become a tradition in itself. Old South is a week-long celebration that is usually held around the beginning of November. During that week it is not surprising to see Southern gentlemen parading around the campus on horseback, hand- delivering invitations to their Southern belles. During Old South Week there is a theme party every night. The 1986 Old South Week was kicked off on Sunday with a pledge vs. active football game. Throughout the week, there were parties such as a Halloween costume party, a pledge dinner at the Rendezvous, a hayride and a pajama party. The highlight of Old South Week began on Friday night with the official opening of the Old South Ball at a hotel in Hot Springs, Ark. A formal ball, which was held on Saturday night, was the climax of Old South. Memphis State ' s Kappa Alpha chapter has been celebrating Old South W eek since the organization was chartered in 1948. Among the chapter ' s other activities, KA collects money for its philanthropy, Muscular Distrophy. To collect funds, KA holds its annual Burger Bust, a hamburger- eating contest, and a three-on-three basketball tournament. This year marked the 11th annual Burger Bust, which was held with the basketball tournament on Sunday, April 26. The chapter also sets up roadblocks with proceeds going to the Muscular Distrophy fund. Kappa Alpha ' s 1987 spring formal was held at the Rodeway Inn in Memphis. Like Old South, Black and White consists of a week of parties. The week was highlighted by a big brother little brother party, a masters golf party, the 3rd annual village crawl through Village Parkway, and the Black and White formal ball. 1986-1987 has been a progressive year for KA. The chapter moved into a newly-constructed house o n Mynders. The new KA house, which sleeps 16, is furnished with a kitchen, washer and dryer, offices and a den. The chapter ' s alumni donated furniture to the new house. Among other accomplishments this year, the KAs placed first in All- Sing competition with a Traces from the Past medley. The Gamma Gamma Chapter, which was chartered on Oct. 2, 1948, has the longest-running charter at Memphis State. Currently, the group has 55 active members, a spring pledge class of 15 and an active alumni group. Sherri Fisher 274 KA Confederate uniforms are a part of Old South each year. Another part is riding horseback as shown by Drew DePriest and Jim McCall. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Continuing Traditions 275 Bearden, Jack Blankenship, Bobby Bunnell, Jon Cain, Glen Carayiannis, Michael Carnes, Kim Ray Clements, James Davis, Brian Kappa Alpha l« X Y Davis, Cliff Denaburg, Scott DePriest, Drew Forrest, Michael f sxy„ Gobble, Jason Gray, Billy Gray, Keith Gray, Sean -. ■♦ ' « ♦ i ■ ' Green, Kevin Hall, Danny Hawkins, Jeff Hawks, Jeff Little Sisters of the Crimson Cross Front Row: Stacey Robinson, treasurer; Sandy Smith, vice president; Megan Ferguson, president; Laura Strom, secretary; Tammy Hobbs, parlimentarian Middle Row: Denise Lassiter; Donna Kaczmarek, KA Rose; Leslie Montague; Julie Bunnell; Terri Whitaker; Christi Townsend; Rhonda Singleton Back Row: Billy Gray, Little Sister chairman; Heidi Fahrenbacher; Laura Richardson; Monica Perumba; Tina Bledsoe; Dawn Coleman; Donna Jones; Missy Smith (Photo by Photo Services) Old South proclamations are delivered on Jeff Norris demonstrates his equestrian horseback every year. With hat in hand, ability. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 276 KA Hayes, Tony Healy, Sean Hoaglin, George Hollingsworth, Darin Lamb, Gordy Loyle, Glenn Luther, Jay Massey, Kerry McDill, Andy McKenzie, Chuck Moody, Tommy Norris, Jeff Nunnery, John Piatt, David Rainey, Tim Reese, Alan Rinehart, Jim Rothweiler, Scott Shaw, Tim Smith, Danny Smith, Kevin Smith, Leon Smith, Thomas Thompson, Bill Trimm, Terry Van Winkle, Michael Vaughn, Greg Walls, Steven Woodward, Michael Young, Matt 277 Continuing Traditions T|p The closeness between Kappa brothers is shown by Kevin MacDonald and Michael Eldridge. They both attended the fall step show to cheer on their brothers. (Photo by Denise Norman) Working with the Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation and the NAACP, Kappa Alpha Psi Makes Its Grades Perkins, Nico J—iiving up to their fundamental purpose of achievement, the men of Kappa Alpha Psi were recognized at the Greek Awards Banquet for having the highest grade point average in the Pan-Hellenic Council. But good grades weren ' t the only accomplishment by the Kappas this year. They also give out Christmas baskets to needy families and raise money for the Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation. They also support the Memphis chapter of the NAACP. This year they also brought their collegiate membership to a total of 30, as in the spring, 10 men pledged Kappa Alpha Psi. The chapter annually participates 278 KA Kappa Rlpha Psi The highest GPA in the PHC was attained by Kappa Alpha Psi. Accepting the award for the chapter at the Greek Awards Banquet is Horace Taylor. (Photo by Devin Greaney) In full force the men of Kappa Alpha Psi attended the Pan-Hellenic Greek Show. Though they did not participate in the spring show, they attended to show their support of the event. (Photo by Denise Norman) in at least one of the Greek step shows and also count intramurals as a part of their extracurricular activities. Coach Larry Finch is one of their advisers. Taking part in Homecoming activities and Greek Week assures the Kappas of some diversions from studying. Halloween parties, Christmas parties and the Kappa Sweetheart Ball are other occasions that provide some relief from school. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity has more than 80,000 members in the United States and abroad. These members are in every field of human endeavor including the arts, sciences, industry, business and sports. Julie Nowicki 279 Continuing Traditions IP From sports to singing and from giving their time to others to having fun for themselves, Kappa Sigma possesses That Certain v, Versatility ersatility describes the group of men who participated in well- noted charity events and at the same time organized one of the better known social gatherings o n campus. These are the same men who played intramurals to their fullest potential and also wooed the crowd at All-Sing for a top-notch standing. As the only fraternal organ- ization involved, the Epsilon Pi Chapter of Kappa Sigma gave its time to one of the largest charity drives the Mid-South has ever seen. The Mid-South Hunger Coalition raised over $450,000 with the help of various brothers. The money raised went to supply over 20,000 baskets to many of the elderly and homeless. In April, the abandoned Kappa Alpha house on Central Avenue was brought back to life in full force. The Kappa Sigs spent the day decorating the house with palm trees and spray painted graffitti in preparation for their annual Bahama Mama party. That night, despite gloomy weather, the house rocked with party-goers dreaming of the tropics and enjoying the lull before plunging into exams. Also this year, the Kappa Sigs teamed up with Phi Mu for competition in Greek events. In line with the theme, As Time Goes By, the two created a lawn display with a tiger clock counting down the minutes toward a hoped for Homecoming victory. Then in the next semester, Kappa Sigma and Phi Mu created magic. This time harmonized songs and precise hand movements won them a first place in the mixed division of All-Sing. Not only did the KSs prove their singing talents, but they displayed athletic ones as well. Playing hard in every aspect of intramural activity paid off when they received Intramural Chapter of the Year at the Greek Awards Banquet. Excelling in a variety of activities is how Kappa Sigs show their versatility. Daphne Lubkowitz Julie Nowicld 280 KE Art on the wall of Kappa Sig ' s Bahama Mama party displayed the feeling of everyone who wanted to ditch the books and hit the beach. The Bahama dancers are Jerry Hamlin and Shelly Kissell. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Not only home to talented singers and athletic men, Kappa Sig is also the home to Mr. Greek MSU 1986, Scott Simmons. In the contest ' s first year, the Kappa Sigs made their presence known. Alpha Gam sponsored the event. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Continuing Traditions How low can he go? Kevin Knott shows and keep dancing at the same time. (Photo AXQ, Janet Sckhlar how to do the limbo by Devin Greaney) 282 KI Archey, Kevin, Jr. Arick, Todd, Fr. Bagley, James Baxter, Daniel Blackwell, Don Boaz, Carey Burress, Jeff Bush, Brian Cobb, Thomas Derrick, Thomas Dowling, David Eberhardt, Chad Ellington, Bobby Faulk, Mike Foy, Perry Garner, Jimmy Greer, Hugh Giffin, Jeff Hodges, Mark Jordan, Jeff Kirkpatrick, Doug Knott, Kevin Lerner, Gene Liles, John Livingston, Jim Lollar, Harry Matthews, Michael Maxwell, Neil Milligan, Steven Morton, Jeff Norman, Steve Pfoff, Charles Rickman, Brian Tillman, David Wood, David Kappa Sigma Creativity and Homecoming spirit are found on display on the Central lawn during Homecoming week. Teaming up with OM during the week of activities, KE also teamed up with the sorority in All-Sing to win first place in the mixed division. (Photo by Marjorie Van) Continuing Traditions 283 284 AXA The first fraternity crush party, their first Halloween party at LeBonheur and another first place in intramurals makes the Zeta Theta Zeta Chapter of Lambda Chi Alpha A Fraternity of Firsts w, ho would have guessed that a sorority-given nickname would have lasted so long? Well, Lambda Chi Alpha ' s did. Named the frogs by Delta Gamma because they have always done well in Anchor Splash, the Lambda Chis have let this good luck nickname slide over into other areas also. The chapter held its first ever Halloween Carnival at LeBonheur this year with over 100 patients and family members attending. The men also made a coloring book to give out at Christmas time. Many of the sororities and fraternities on campus bought pages to help finance this project. Another first for the men of Lambda Chi Alpha was their St. Patrick ' s Day Crush Party. This event was the first ever fraternity sponsored crush party. The fraternity again held its annual Outdoor Party and Hurricane Party. It could also be said that the Lambda Chis are first in other areas as well, but especially in intramurals. They have won the tournament for the last 12 out of 14 years and this year was no exception. At the Greek Awards Banquet, they were named All- Fraternity and All-University champions. Chapter success leaks over into individual achievements as well, as the Lambda Chis count members in the Order of Omega, on Student Ambassador Board, Golden Key Honor Society and Who ' s Who Among Collegians. Lambda Chi also has SGA senators among its ranks. Tona D. Jackson Displaying graceful ability, David Funk takes part in Lambda Chi ' s water ballet routine. They placed second over all at the annual Delta Gamma Anchor Splash. (Photo by Brent Priddy) Toga parties are popular for sorority fraternity mixers. Les Slocum and Alpha Chi ' s Marie Madden demonstrate the proper way of attiring oneself in a toga. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) Standing out front for Lambda Chi is Terry Malone. Malone led the men in their singing and his strong voice won an award for the fraternity. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Continuing Traditions 285 Lambda Chi Alpha Little Sisters Front Row: Bonnie Buckner, Leann Laster, Carole Perry, Paula Rogers, Kathy Montgomery Middle Row: Emily Eoff, Natassah Armstrong, Michelle Isaacs, Lisa Vaness, Heather Harlow Back Row: Gina Murphy, Trina Westbrook, Cyndie Fisher, Ronda McCullar (Photo by Photo Services) Baroff, Ken Bryant, Chip Burton, Charles Byer, Dan Calvery, Tom Cooper, Leon Dye, Charles Edwards, Marty Foutch, Daryl Fulton, Dan Funk, David Gibson, Brian Joyner, Tommy Holbritter, Troy Hopkins, Todd Landwehr, Steven Lazarini, Kevin Malone, Terry Marcom, Greg McBryde, Eric McCormick, Chris McKee, Jimmy Miller, Shane Pickens, Billy Pollan, Russell Pope, Bill Presley, Ronnie Pritt, Paul Ryan, Kelly Slocum, Les Thompson, Troy Traylor, Troy Von Axelson, William Youngner, Greg 286 AXA Trying to stay under par, Ken Baroff prepares for his next shot. His team placed third in Alpha Chi ' s Frisbee-golf. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) Lambda Chi Hlpha Taking donations for United Cerebal Palsy are Shane Miller and Terry Malone. Lambda Chi also held a carnival at LeBonheur Children ' s Hospital and made a coloring book for Christmas. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Continuing Traditions 287 Benton, Herb Caviness, Joe Dodd, Theodore Givens, Rodney Golden, Keith Claiming the bulldog as a mascot, Omega Psi Phi participates in an organizations display in the UC. The Us from left are Daryl Perkins, Rodney Givens, Joe Caviness and Andre Peeples in the back with the Q ' s pearls. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) 288 QYO Raising money for sickle cell anemia and giving blood during a fraternity- sponsored drive, the Omega Psi Phis celebrate 14 years of Philanthropic Service A, ,s MSU prepares to celebrate its 75th year, one group on campus has already completed its diamond anniversary. Omega Psi Phi was organized back in 1911 at Howard University. The fraternity has been on campus since August of 1973. Since the beginning of the MSU chapter, the brothers of Omega Psi Phi have shown that philanthropic work is the way to become successful. They combine good deeds with good times. Between, and oftentimes during, Omega parties, the brothers could be seen raising funds for the United Negro College Fund, sickle cell anemia research and the Ronald E. McNair scholarship fund. They also collected $2,065 for the MSU fund during the fall phone- a-thon. The Omegas once again rolled up their sleeves this year for the group ' s blood drive. In addition to collecting money and blood, the group also helped out with the NAACP membership drive to help bring more members into the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. But their NAACP membership drive was overshadowed only by a drive within the organization to keep the chapter moving ahead. The Omega added four new pledges to their chapter during rush. Soon after, these men were seen participating in the annual Greek Show to show off their talents and raise money for yet another scholarship fund. With their 14-year association with Memphis State, the men of gold and purple have become a familiar and vital part of campus and philanthropic life. Devin Greaney Omega Psi Phi Dancing to the beat at an Omega Psi Phi party, Joe Caviness makes the sign of the Omegas. The dance was sponsored by the BSA and held in the U.C. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 289 Continuing Traditions p Dishing up spaghetti for one and all is one of Phi Mu ' s annual charity functions. The profits from the spaghetti dinner aid LeBonheur Children ' s Hospital. (Photo courtesy of Phi Mu) Showing their support of high school athletics, the sisters of Phi Mu cheer on the Bartlett Lady Panthers at one of their home basketball games. (Photo courtesy of Phi Mu) ■ ; n 7 1 i n Sy Br ' - ' ; . w jm ' S y j B  ■ ' . 11111 %i a -J ' Am v w y ill - p flS 290 $M Dedication and hard work paid off for Phi Mu in the mixed division of All Sing as they Captured First Place s Leading the ladies and gentleman is Eddie Rooks of Kappa Sig. He and his brothers joined with Phi Mu to perform and win first place in the mixed division of All-Sing. (Photo by Devin Greaney) ince 1947, Phi Mu has been a Greek organization at MSU. By promoting sisterhood to its members and goodwill to the community, Phi Mu has upheld their founding ideals of excellence. This past year Phi Mu has been involved in a wide range of university and civic activities. Along with Kappa Sigma, Phi Mu won the mixed division at All-Sing by singing such hits from the 1950s and 1960s as A Time For Us, Somewhere, and Dream The Impossible Dream. The women of the pink carnation continued their support for their local and national philanthropies. Phi Mu raised $2,000 for their local charity, LeBonheur by selling tickets for a spagetti dinner and holding a Spring Break-a-thon. The Spring Break-a-thon involved each member collecting at least $20 during the spring break holiday. The Phi Mus also support their fraternity on the national level by annually observing their Founder ' s Day. Each March 4, which is Phi Mu ' s founding date, the members participate in Penny Day by donating their pennies to their national fraternity. Phi Mu enjoys serving the community and school, but the women do not believe in all work and no play. They hold such annual social functions as their Barn Party, Crush Party and Pink Carnation Ball in the spring. The members are advised by Peggy Sue Wier, who is an alumna and has two daughters in the Memphis State chapter. Wier received the award for Pledge Adviser of the Year at the Greek Awards Banquet. Evanne Newman Harlow, Heather 291 Continuing Traditions 0 Playing DJ at the Fiji house can ' t be done by just anybody. Ed Brundick takes the job at a Fiji rush party. Brundick shares his talents as a dj with many of the organizations on campus. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Anderson, Scott Baker, James Beard, Jeff Bowden, Jeff Brocato, Vincent Creed, Kenny Crone, Alan Drake, Shawn Edgar, David Farris, Robert Groff, Richard, Jr. Gutierrez, Gus Guess, James Hardison, Beau Keith, Michael Lee, Richard Moore, Joseph Porter, Brian Reasor, Scott Stoneking, Kent Wray, Bobby What Greeks will do for money is amazing. In order to raise funds for Cerebral Palsy, the brothers of Phi Gamma Delta poured sand in their backyard, put on grass skirts and beckoned everyone to Come to the Island W; ith the purpose of promoting harmony, brotherhood and scholar- ship among the brothers and MSU, the Mu Tau Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta culminated a number of events this year. The highlight of the year arrived with spring and warm breezes from the tropics at the annual Fiji Island party. In the fall, Fiji worked with the unceasing energy of operators as they took part in the phonathon for the MSU fund. They raised $5,602, which was the most raised by any fraternity or sorority. Not only did the brothers of Phi Gamma Delta play in AXQ ' s Frisbee Golf tournament and sing in All- Sing, but they also celebrated at a 292 FIJI Phi Gamma Delta Halloween party and a Valentine ' s party. And of course, they held the annual Black Diamond Formal. But the fun and hectic times really began for the Fijis with their well- known Island Party. To raise money for their philanthropy, United Cerebral Palsy, they held golf and volleyball tournaments as a part of the celebration. When the weekend arrived, sand on the ground, complete with a waterfall from the roof in the backyard, let students escape to the Islands for a while. The final party included a variety of entertainment from a live band to the Miss Castaway contest. Daphne Lubkowitz Julie Nowickd The band was jammin ' at Phi Gamma Delta ' s annual Fiji Island where sand and waterfall helped to give that island feel. Fiji Island benefits United Cerebral Palsy. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Fiji Little Sisters First Row: Julie Gholson; Janet Schklar, social chairman; Julie Gnuschke, sargeant at arms Back Row: Melanie Whitelaw; Lorri Warren, president; Sally Lewis, vice president; Kim Eneks, historian Not pictured: Kim Nickell; Claire Peeler; Cara Crain; Yvonne Cano; Sherry Christmas.(Photo by Photo Services) 293 Continuing Traditions J Philanthropy, growth and steppin ' all combine to make the men of Phi Beta Sigma a recognized chapter on and off campus. To other Sigmas, they represent the Best National Chapter o Phi Beta Sigma In front of the Sigma stand the spring ' 86 pledge class: Darrell Toney, Virgil Ivey, and Thomas Kenton. They took time out for a picture during a party with Zeta Phi Beta. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) ne of the first groups of the Pan-Hellenic Council has grown into one of the largest. Founded at Howard University on Jan. 9, 1914, Phi Beta Sigma came to MSU in 1963 and has since achieved various accomplishments. In addition to local recognition, the chapter has received recognition from the National Phi Beta Sigma organization. They were named the Best Chapter and the Chapter with the Most Members. On campus, the Sigmas ' work showed why they received these awards. They raised $880 for the MSU fund at the Greek phonathon, as well as raising money for the March of Dimes and Memphis Food Drive. During the Greek Step Show, the Sigmas once again stepped up to Best Overall Chapter. On a more individual basis, Phi Beta Sigma organized a Halloween Party and benefit basketball game for the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Moreover, the fraternity sponsored Miss MSU candidate, Courtenay White, who was awarded a $100 scholarship. Outstanding members also have helped to make a strong chapter. Jay Bailey was elected president of the Student Government Association for the 1987-88 school year. Chapter president, Terry Davis, was recognized as an Outstanding Young Minority and an Outstanding Young American. Devin Greaney Daphne Lubkowitz Winning the Greek Show is just one of the Sigmas ' accomplishments. The performers are Rodney Holland, Calvin Daughtry, Melvin Malone, Michael Owens, Sidney Malone, Vincent Biffle, Virgil Ivey, Earl Hampton, John Norman and Lewis Beasley in the back. (Photo by Photo Services) Beasley, Louis Carpenter, Bevin Daughtry, Calvin Davis, Terry Garrett, Thurman Harrison, Carl Ivery, Virgil Kenton, Thomas Partying with other Greeks are Sigmas Rodney Holland and Michael Townsend. They joined others at a party in the Alpha house. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 295 Continuing Traditions Little Sisters of the Triple T Front Row: Penny Morrison, treasurer; Sharon Stovall, historian Back Row: Lorri Blankenship, vice president; Sandi West, faculty adviser; Stacy Hazelton, president (Photo by Photo Services) Hamming it up at the Moonlight Ball is not unusual for Phi Sigma Kappa. Each year the dance is held to celebrate the end of the year and to give awards to the deserving members. (Photo courtesy of Phi Sigma Kappa) 296 J XK Greek life is all parties and fun, right? Scholarship never even enters the picture. Well, this predominant thought is changing, especially for the men of Phi Sigma Kappa where fraternity life means Making the Grade JLVJL ost students wouldn ' t even attempt 20 hours in one semester, much less expect to do well in them all, but at the Phi Sig house, good grades are routine. One member, Denver Hall, attempted the 20 hours and came out with a 4.0. But he ' s not the only member who is grade-conscious. Six members this year have GPAs of 3.0, four have 3.5 GPAs and one received a 4.0. The fraternity also received the award for the highest GPA from the Interfraternity Council during the Spring Greek Awards Banquet. Between studying times, Phi Sig had time to do things on their own. In the fall, they placed second in the Homecoming float contest. They also held their annual Apocalypse Now party and a pig roast. Spring brought their Moonlight Ball on Apr. 26. Each year some of the brothers are given awards for their work that year. Among those receiving awards at the ball were Roger Porter for brotherhood, Denver Hall for scholarship, Greg Powell for character and chapter president, Ray Hall was awarded the Stuart W. Herman Award which covers all three catagories. Phi Sig philanthropy is Cystic Fybrosis. Next year, they hope to stage and autocross to raise funds for Cystic Fybrosis research. The competition will be like a scavenger hunt on wheels. The competition will be timed and the competitors will have to abide by all the traffic laws or be disqualified. The group plans to make this an annual event. Psyching himself up, Jimmy Thron prepares Devin Greaney to make his next shot. He is participating in Alpha Chi ' s Fribee Golf tournament. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) Fredericks, Jeff House, James Thron, James, Jr. Phi Sigma Kappa Continuing Traditions 297 From social function to fundraising event, spring weekend, Derby Days, Homecoming and Boxer Rebellion all kept the sisters of Pi Beta Phi in The Swing of the Semester E Showing her shape, Tasha Thomas competes in Sigma Chi ' s Miss Shape contest. Each year the competition is held by Sigma Chi as part of their Derby Days activities. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Aiken, McKenzie Awbry, Sarah Berkenstock, Becky Bledsoe, Tina Bolton, Beverly Brown, Patty Coleman, Dawn Cardosi, Gina Depperschmitt, Joan Dyke, Tami Gaia, Emily Hardy, Kym Jones, Hermenia Love, Deborah Lovett, Laura Mincer, Cindy Peel, Leanne Phillips, Shelia Pierce, Kim Price, Penny Rowe, Jan Smith, Candace Smith, Lori Thompson, Mary Lou Trimm, Michelle Vaughn, Shelia Weaver, Carol West, Cheryl Wilhelm, Karen Wilson, Denise Winders, Leigh Wooten, Lynn very father wants to think of his daughter as daddy ' s little girl. For Pi Phi fathers, it ' s a reality as the women honored their dads at a non-traditional Father-Daughter Picnic in the spring. Spring also brought All-Sing practices, fraternity mixers and a weekend of canoeing fun at Spring River. Fall kept the Pi Phis busy with Homecoming and Derby Days. Together with Sigma Alpha Epsilon, they created a lawn display to depict this year ' s theme, As Time Goes By. Their campaigning efforts paid off as Leanne Peel became a Homecoming court member. Derby Days kept the Pi Phis running back and forth from the Sigma Chi house to show their spirit. Tasha Thomas represented them as the Miss Shape contestant and Michelle Trimm was the sorority ' s Derby Doll representative. Tona D. Jackson 298 m rmo Pi Beta Phi Getting his nose powdered was the last thing this Pike expected from Greek life. Gina Barber prepares Nathan Spencer for competition in the water ballet part of Del ta Gamma ' s Anchor Splash. (Photo by Brent Priddy) Dressed to kill, the sisters of Pi Beta Phi demonstrate their singing and dancing abilities during the All-Sing competition. The theme of this year ' s Greek production was Hits from the 50s and 60s. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 299 Continuing Traditions p Holding a note, two of the Pikes raise their voices loud enough to be heard from the Field House to their house on Norriswood. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Spirit is never lacking from the largest social fraternity on campus. They show their loyalty to MSU through a lawn display made with Alpha Gamma Delta. (Photo by Marjorie Van) As the largest social fraternity on campus, Pike continued its help with philanthropies as it turned work into fun for United Cerebal Palsy by holding the world ' s Largest Car Wash s, Pi Kappa Hlpha ' till the largest social fraternity on campus and working toward an ever-larger membership, Pi Kappa Alpha secured another group of pledges in the fall. And Pikes ' new pledges got to taste victory early. With the promise of keeping the trophy forever, the Pikes went all out at Delta Gamma ' s Anchor Splash and captured the championship for the third year in a row. Next, they began their annual ritual of contributing to charitable organizations and Memphis State. Every year Greeks are asked to help call alums and ask for contributions. In the phonathon Pike raised $2,395. But that ' s not all the year consisted of. The Pikes also contibute to the Lion ' s Club and Big Brothers of America, and during Greek Week, they adopt United Cerebal Palsy as another organization to help. For their efforts toward the philanthropy sponsored by the MSU Greeks, Pike received a plaque from UCP at the Greek Awards Banquet. They serviced UCP through their World ' s Largest Car Wash. After spring initiation, prepara- tions for their annual Pike ' s Peak Week began. The week-long event includes a firestick party, a shrimp boil, a bonfire party and the Dream Girl Formal. But perhaps the event most anticipated by the brothers of PiKA is their Boys ' Night Out. A convention held at the Hyatt in the spring brought Pikes from all over together to celebrate their tradition of brotherhood. Daphne Lubkowitz Julie Nowicki 300 IIKA Bowers, Brad Harbert, Brent Mills, Tom Three Kung Fu masters perform in one part of the water ballet competition in Anchor Splash. The Pikes are masters in other water events, too. This year they raised money in a car wash for UCP. (Photo by Brent Priddy) Water ballet took a new meaning as the Pikes took to the water in DG ' s Anchor Splash. Nathan Spencer, Kyle Killet and Rick Scobey helped the Pikes win the event for the first place trophy. (Photo by Brent Priddy) Continuing Traditions Walking like Egyptians, Jimmy Laffiteau, Austin Byrd and Eddie Graves give coach, Beth Lee, a hand at Delta Gamma ' s Anchor Splash. Among the performers of water ballet, Laffiteau was the recipient of the Greek Man of the Year Award at the Greek Awards Banquet. (Photo by Brent Priddy) A, Members of the Red Rose Club and home of the Greek Man of the Year, Pi Kappa Phi was awarded the Pi Kapp College President ' s Award .lthough commonly referred to as the Ping Pongs, perhaps it would be more appropriate to refer to the Pi Kappa Phis as the P.U.S.H. men. The men who push for excellence within their chapter through campus activities and outside of their chapter through their philanthropic endeavors. During initiation weekend, May 15-17, Pi Kappa Phi celebrated 21 years at Memphis State. And after 21 years, Pi Kapp can boast of members involved in all scopes of campus life. From the Student Activities Council to the Student Government Association and from the Order of Omega to Omicron Delta Kappa, there can be found the men who push themselves. These are the same men who give their time to raise money for Project P.U.S.H which provides play units for the severely handicapped. But what made this year different than the others in Pi Kapp ' s philanthropic history was their being awarded the Pi Kapp College Aquilina, Dean Ashner, Nick Baugus, Michael Bickers, James Briley, Keith Brown, Thomas Fuquay, Thomas Garner, Kevin Pi Kappa Phi King, Edward Laffiteau, Jimmy Liddy, John Mefford, Mike Mooney, James Morris, Terry Parker, Neil Riley, Wayne 302 nKO President ' s Award. This award recognizes the fact that they doubled their contribution to Project P.U.S.H. All in all the Pi Kappa Phis raised $1,700. Because they raised over $1,000 for Project P.U.S.H., they were accepted into the Red Rose Club. Aside from their doubled efforts toward community service, the Pi Kapps still found time for themselves, as well as the Memphis community. In the fall, a Parent ' s Appreciation Day, as well as a Founder ' s Day, was held. And the spring brought brothers, dates and the Little Sisters of the Star and Lamp together for the Rose Formal Ball. In the community, Tom Carter received Alumnus of the Year out of all the MSU alumni, while Jimmy Laffiteau was named the Greek Man of the Year at the Greek Awards Banquet. Once again, the Pi Kapps displayed a true push for excellence. Daphne Lubkowitz Julie Nowicki Shook, John Ujcich, Matthew Wallin, James Vows for the night were made made by the Pi Kappa Phis and Sigma Kappas in the mixed division of All-Sing. As brides and grooms, Carol Cox and John Liddy in the front and Melissa Kaufman and Terry Morris in the back, sing their hearts out at the mock wedding. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 303 Continuing Traditions 5% Showing their school spirit, the brothers of Sigma Chi cheer on t he Tigers during the Metro Tournament. The Sigma Chi house was the place to go to see the game up close. (Photo by Devin Greaney) sic,no Sigma Chi Sigma Chis know that sometimes Greeks must make sacrifices for charities, but no one told them they ' d be chased by derby -hungry women and have to eat A Ton of Oysters L laurel and Hardy always wore them with tailored black and white suits. Today Sigma Chis wear them for one week out of the year, along with jeans, shorts or whatever else is comfortable. Derby hats, of course, are what is worn by both and have become a trademark of Sigma Chi Derby Days celebrated each fall. There is something about a derby that makes Greek women do strange things. They chase men for them, make wild promises for them, fight each other for them and decorate them to the hilt. And all for what? For competition in Derby Days, partially. But also to raise money for a group of young people in need: the Wallace Village for Children and LeBonheur Children ' s Hospital. This year ' s Derby Days brought in approximately $4,000 in a three-day period. It ' s no wonder such large amount was raised considering the attendance and participation at various events. The Lip Sync contest brought men and women, Greeks and non-Greeks alike under the roof of the New Daisy Theatre on Beale St. to watch the various sorority groups perform their lip-syncing routines. The super mixer brought many women to the IX house for a party to break the competition of the week. 304 EX Paying tribute to Memphis music, Sigma Chi participated in this year ' s All-Sing. Other major events for the group included their nationally known Derby Days as well as the Oyster Eating Contest. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Austill, Tim Byrd, Jeff Clark, Jeff Crawford, Glen Crenshaw, Thomas DuPont, George Fawcett, John Gibbs, John Hollingsworth, Trey Keenan, Michael Lewis, Paul Longfield, Robbie Marendt, Rick McGinley, Thomas O ' Bryan, Robert Rhoads, Russell Smith, Brian Smith, Bryan Smith, Ronnie Sulipeck, Joey Turner, Mike Velander, Doug Voldeng, Kurt Wiegert, Michael Spirit contests throughout the week found women sneaking around at 4:00 in the morning to decorate the house, yard, cars or whatever else was available. On the final day of Derby Days, sorority women competed in field events including an egg toss to get even with a well-loved LX and dress-a-pledge. That night brought 700 people to the grand finale party at the Sigma Chi house where Miss Shape contestants posed as bathing beauties and glamour queens. Everyone also anxiously awaited the announce- ment of the Derby Doll which is awarded to a sorority pledge after having been interviewed by a panel of XX judges. Although the Sigma Chis had their work cut out for them in preparing for fall ' s Derby Days, it didn ' t stop there. Their spring schedule included the growing ever-popular Oyster Eating Contest at the Varsity Inn. One of their own, Don Kutz, ate the most oysters. Proceeds benefitted the all-Greek philanthropy, Cerebal Palsy. Another unplanned phil- anthropic adventure by the Sigma Chis was a car wash with Pi Kappa Alpha to raise money for the founder of the Dream Factory. Daphne Lubkowitz Julie Nowicki Continuing Traditions 305 Canes and shades were a part of Sigma Gamma Rho ' s perf ormance in the Greek Show. Veronica Sanders, Millicent Lasslo, Kim Jones and Felisia Williams represent zrP by participating in the annual show held to raise money for the United Negro College fund. (Photo by Photo Services) A woman ' s obligation to Sigma Gamma Rho does not end at graduation; in fact, it is just the beginning. Working together with alumnae on Rhomania proves that Sisterhood is for Life s igma Gamma Rho was founded at Butler University in 1922 as a social sorority for teachers. Even though it became open to all in 1929, it is still highly concerned with education. Since its installation at Memphis State in 1981, the Gamma Chi Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho has participated in the Assault on Illiteracy Program, which i s sponsored nationally by the sorority to combat the educational handicap. MSU ' s chapter also participates in several other charitable organ- izations. Every year they sponsor a Special Olympics team, which includes feeding them breakfast at the MSU Fieldhouse. The women also collected for both the United Way and for the Americarr Heart Association this year. Another contribution they made was donating food to the BSA food drive. Perhaps one of the most important activities that Sigma Gamma Rho participates in is its national philanthropy — Project Reassurance. This program is designed to educate pregnant teens and teenage parents about proper care for themselves and their children. Every sorority sister contributes something to this program, which is held in conjunction with the March of Dimes. Among their other activities, the graduate chapter at MSU holds Rhomania every year. This is a pageant for high school girls with the proceeds going toward Sigma Gamma Rho ' s scholarship fund. The members of the undergraduate chapter serve as hostesses for the event. The Gamma Chi chapter sponsored Courtenay White in the Miss Memphis State Pageant and also participated in Sigma Week, including a Greek mixer with Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity at the house. Sherri Fishei 306 srp Sigma Gamma Rho Edwards, Kimberly Johnson, Rachelle Jones, Kim Lasslo, Millicent Sanders, Veronica White, Courtenay Williams, Felicia Representing Sigma Gamma Rho are Courtenay White, Millicent Lasslo and Kim Jones at the organizations fair held in the U.C. The fair gave them the opportunity to explain their philanthropic work such as Project Reassurance, along with their major fundraiser, Rhomania. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) Continuing Traditions 307 nmsri After 40 years of service to MSU and the Memphis community, Sigma Kappa ' s tradition of scholarship and Sisterhood Continues As With a smile of achievement, Jeni Blair accepts the Order of Omega Presidential Award at the Greek Awards Banquet held at the Radisson in April. (Photo by Devin Greaney) lS MSU celebrates its 75th year, the Beta Xi Chapter of Sigma Kappa Sorority celebrates its fortieth year on campus. Officially installed on May 3, 1947, as the second sorority at MSU, Sigma Kappa continues to unify sisterhood, promote scholar- ship and support the campus and community. Sigma Kappa members participate in campus events such as Greek Week, Derby Day, Fiji Island, Follies and All-Sing. Sigma K also boasts membership in the MSU Band, Order of Omega, Omicron Delta Kappa, Mortar Board and Women ' s Panhellenic Council. At this year ' s Greek Awards Banquet, two members were honored. Jeni Blair was the recipient of the Order of Omega Presidential Award and Valerie Smith was Greek Woman of the Year. Sigma Kappa ' s remain actively involved in both their local and national philanthropies. They visit nursing homes each month, host a Christmas party for nursing home residents and collect food for the needy. At their biennial convention held in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., Sigma Kappas came home with several awards including the Ruth Rysdon Miller Panhellenic Award for their work with MSU ' s Panhellenic Council and the Sisterhood Award for their cooperation with other chapters. In November, Memphis area Sigma Kappas gathered at the Racquet Club for their annual Founder ' s Day luncheon, this year honoring past presidents. Also attending the luncheon was the Zeta Delta Colony from UT Martin, Sigma Kappa ' s newest chapter. Other annual traditions for Sigma Kappa include the Fall Party, the Crown Pearl Ball, a scholarship banquet, an initiation banquet and a pledge retreat. Shirley Davis 308 EK The only smile in the crowd comes from Terri Edwards. Edwards kept the party spirit alive as she danced the whole night through. (Photo by Devin Greaney) On the front row for sk and ITKO are Carol Cox and John Liddy. They joined together to perform in the mixed division of All Sing. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 309 Continuing Traditions 5% Refusing to put down her book, Terri Edwards takes her book with her to bed to continue her reading. Even dorm life includes some time for studying. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Algee, Laurie Blair, Jeni Bryan, Chyrel Calbert, Ruthie Carroll, Myra Cox, Carol Crabtree, Mary Crawford, Tonia Cunningham, Kelly Currus, Thresa Davis, Shirley Eckstein, Charlotte Edwards, Terri Engel, Amy Fisher, Cynthia Germany, Pam Geurin, Wendy Gray, Kelly Gurley, Tammy Huffman, Sharon Hughes, Lisa Kaufman, Melissa Lewis, Laurie Link, Kathryn 310 ZK McElrath, Tracy Norris, Tara Parrish, Melanie Plunk, Carla Radford, Cathy Smith, Valerie Stockwell, Donna Strub, Sarah Williams, Sarah Snooping under the Christmas tree is something no one ever outgrows. Caught in the act are Jen Gaither and Wendy Geurin at Kappa Sig ' s Christmas party. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Sigma Kappa Continuing Traditions n Just wait ' til you see my good side. Sig Ep, Keith McBride, gave the audience something to cheer for as he clowned around at the first Mr. Greek MSU contest held by the pledge class of Alpha Gamma Delta. (Photo by Devin Greaney) Its roots going back to the Seymour Allen Mynders campus club of 1913, Sigma Phi Epsilon continues its tradition of Honoring Its Alumni and Founders 312 £OE A, .ge improves the flavor of fine wine and cheeses. The same could be said for fraternities. As Memphis State celebrates 75 years, Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity celebrates a birthday of almost as much prestige. The chapter on campus has its roots in the Seymour A. Mynders Club organized in honor of the school ' s first president. In 1913, S.A.M. was founded. Thirty-six years later, the club became a part of MSU ' s ever-growing Greek system in the form of the Tennessee Beta Chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon. Since that time, the Sig Eps have continued the traditions begun at their founding. In the fall, the Sig Eps placed first in the Homecoming lawn display. They also had their annual egg toss, Beach Bash and Heart Rock parties. The spring brought Founder ' s Day and an alumni night on Beale St. Alumni-collegian bonds were further strengthened by the publication of an alumni newsletter. Plans are for this newsletter to be a bi-annual publication. Philanthropic endeavors were also a part of the fall and spring agendas. The Sig Eps had a roadblock for Easter Seals, joined in with the Special Olympics basketball games, participated in a 5-K run for Boys Town and helped out with Tona D. Jackson £$m Sigma Phi Epsilon Double Homecoming. Sigma Phi Epsilon ' s Homecoming float celebrated MSU ' s 75 years plus reminded the school and judges of Tennessee ' s homecoming as momma tiger sews the state flag just like Betsy Ross a t the country ' s founding. Their float placed first in the judging. (Photo by Marjorie Van) 313 Continuing Traditions p The only true sister brother Greeks are Zeta Phi Beta and Phi Beta Sigma. Some Zetas pose in front of the Zeta Sigma wall in the Sigma house. (Photo by Julie Nowicki) Zeta Phi Beta First place in the sorority division of the Greek Show went to Zeta Phi Beta. Steppin ' on the front row for the Zetas are Demonie Reid, Mary Polk and Lydia Stanley. (Photo by Photo Services) 314 Z DB Raising money for March of Dimes, collecting clothes for the less fortunate and teaching a child to read are all a part of the philanthropy of Zeta Phi Beta. But they still have time to show the others what it takes for An Award-winning Step S: ince the Rho Gamma Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta sorority was chartered on campus in May 1968, the women have contributed much in the way of time and effort in helping MSU and the community. Under President Demonie Reid, the Zeta women have helped youngsters in the Teach-a-Tot program at the MSU Campus School during both the fall and spring semesters. Children at Mt. Pisgah CME daycare center in Orange Mound also received volunteer help from the sisters. The Zetas also helped out the less fortunate with Clothes Closet, a program to provide clothing to the needy and during the March of Dimes WalkAmerica , they walked 10 miles through Memphis to raise money for research into the prevention of birth defects. Memphis State was also the recipient of Zeta Phi Beta ' s generosity. The sorority raised $3,180 last fall during a Greek phone-a-thon for the MSU fund. During the spring, the group picked up some cash by selling Zeta- grams on Valentine ' s Day, and a successful rush earned the group four new pledges. This year ' s Greek Show netted the women two awards for their steppin ' practice. They won the Best Dressed and Best Step awards in the sorority division. Devin Greaney 315 Continuing Traditions p Named in her honor. The largest women ' s dorm Rawls Hall bears the name of Flora Rawls, dean of women. Being one of the first women administrators, she was well- respected in her times. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Well known in the city, DJ Lisa Lipps of K- 97 is a graduate of Memphis State. Like other alumni, she is a frequent visitor to her alma mater. During an RHA contest in 1985, she ' s putting on the hits. (Photo from the 1 985 DeSoto) Full of himself. A younger version of Larry Finch stands proudly at the airport on his way to leading the Tigers to the 1973 NCAA Finals where they lost to UCLA. Finch took over the helm of the men ' s basketball team after Dana Kirk was fired in the fall of 1986. (Photo from Photo Services) Affectionately called Mother Mynders, this woman along with her husband was one of the backbones of this university. Clubs such as the Seymour A. Mynders Club and streets like Mynders off of Patterson honor this couple. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) L ife is brought to campus through the people who walk through its doors and on its sidwalks. History and character are added to its buildings with the men and women whose names are etched into the walls. First there are the administrators like Seymour A. Mynders (1912- 1932) who guided the struggling new school. And his daghter who never was here, but whose presence has always been felt. Of course Memphis State has its share of great women such as Nellie Angel Smith (1929) and Miss Flora Rawls (1937-1943) whose strong values kept the students in line. Then there are the family ties like the father and son team of the John Williard. Bristers. Some of the edifices are named for past governors such as Frank G. Clement (1953-1959) and Winfield Dunn (1971-1975). These whose names are familiar campus jargon held a special interest in the education of students and the development of the school. Founder of WTNS, Professor Seymour Mynders brought the school into existence. He and his family resided in the first president ' s home on campus. Although the early part of the century was filled with Every day students pass through the doors of buildings named after people they may not have known about. Who were these Legends in Their Own Time S t assing buildings everyday l J such as Rawls, Smith or ■ ■ • Mynders, students have a tendency to overlook their unique beauty and history. By looking at the bricks and mortar, they see a cold stature that really never means more than a place to stand out of the rain. However, isn ' t there more to these pieces of history than meets the eye? In most cases, buildings on campus were named after people who were here when the first bricks were laid for the Tennessee State Normal School. Many of these people are still living today. After examination of the history of each structure, these edifices can be seen in a completely different way. Mynders Hall: Professor Mynders was born on March 12, 1861. After graduation from the University of Tennessee, he taught in the public schools of West Tennessee and served as the state superintendent. As an educational campaigner, he traveled by horseback, buggy, wagon, train, foot and steamboat through blizzards, rain and heat. Professor Mynders was responsible for increasing the number of school days in the year and the number of people in attendance. It was this desire to educate that brought him to West Tennessee in 1911 to start the West Tennessee Normal School. As construction of the new school began, materials arrived at the campus from Buntyn, Tenn., by a railroad track that ran between Mynders Hall and the Administration Building. Today this is a one way street. Mynders Hall was considered a luxurious and modern building for its time. Bathrooms were war and economic hardship, Professor Mynders dedicated his life to curriculum and instruction. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) 318 Qtr Legends highlighted by marble from Tennessee mines out of respect for the state and there were unique features such as hot and cold running water in every room. The building was complete with an infirmary which ran at full capacity during the flu epidemic of 1918. There was also a dining hall which seated from six to eight people at a table. Guests were served by student waiters. Due to the harsh winter of 1911- 1912, construction was delayed and Professor Mynders was separated from his family in Chattanooga. During this time, Professor Mynder ' s daughter, Elizabeth, died in Chattanooga on Jan. 26, 1912, four months after she married. Since she never saw her family ' s new home in Memphis, the women ' s dormitory under construction was named Mynders ' Hall in memory of the young bride, Elizabeth Mynders, daughter of Professor Mynders. In November, 1942, Mynders Hall became the dorm for pilots of the Civilian Pilot Training Program. A wooden ladder was used to reach the top floor so that the women would not be disturbed on the first and second floors. In 1943, the rest of the women moved into the men ' s dormitory to make room for incoming aviation cadets. The men were housed in the gymnasium with some on the third floor of the Administration Building. Manning Hall: Priestley Hartwell Manning was elected as a teacher for the West Tennessee Normal School in 1912 by the State Board of Education. He was to be the head of the science department and the dean of the college. Despite the financial panic of 1929, Manning Hall was constructed in 1930. (continued on page 320) Glowing with the beauty of a young bride in one of her last photos, Elizabeth Mynders Fritts, daughter of Seymour A. Mynders, never knew the joy of her new home in Memphis. Her untimely death four months after marriage prompted the Normal School to name its first residence hall, Mynders Hall. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) 319 Faces Through Time p Legends . . . When Professor Manning died, he left a bulk of his estate to the college for a scholarship fund to aid male students. These students had to be from the West Tennessee counties of Carroll, Decatur, Gibson and Henderson. He excluded women and athletes from the scholarship funds. His relatives contested the validity of the testament and Professor Hayden finally settled the estate in 1934. During the last settlement it was found that Manning, who had never earned more than $2,000 a year, had left a $36,000 fund to aid worthy students. Smith Hall: Doctor Nellie Angel Smith was awarded the first doctorate of philosophy degree to a woman from George Peabody College. She became the first professor of Latin and head of the modern languages department in the fall of 1927. She conducted the Latin Tournament for West Tennessee high school students on campus. In the fall of 1929, Nellie Angel Smith became the first dean of women. Dr. Nellie, as she was called by her students, was known for her vigor and spunk. She once grounded all of the women living in her dorm after a group of students marched in a torch brigade to the president ' s home one evening. After no response from the president, the students proceeded to Mynders Hall to awaken the ladies. Nellie Angel Smith described the behavior of the ladies in the brigade as simply inexcusable. Nellie Angel Smith Hall was dedicated in A bird ' s eye view of a 1930s limited campus. Already legends ' names were being carved onto the buildings from Mynders Hall on the left to Manning Hall at the right middle. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) 1961 after one of the leading women in the history of Memphis State. The Field House: Before a crowd of 4,500 spectators the Field House was dedicated on Feb. 11, 1952, as the largest building on campus with the ability to contain the most people in one place at that time. A basketball game between Memphis State College and Ole Miss followed with a Memphis State victory of 47-42. When the band played The Tennessee Waltz, Governor Browning sang and President Smith danced the waltz with a beautiful female spectator. The Post Office: The post office was installed on campus in 1949- 1950. The name given was Memphis State College Station. In 1957, the name was changed to Memphis State University Station. Newport Hall: Newport Hall was named after Professor Lamar Newport who was the school bursar in 1947. He also served as interim president of the college during President Smith ' s 20-month leave of absence. Clement Hall: This building was named after Tennessee Governor Clement who had signed the bill making the school a university in 1957. McCord Hall: McCord was named after Tennessee ' s governor, Jim Nance McCord. John Willard Brister Library: There has been much debate over the origin of the name of John Willard Brister Library. John Willard Brister had a son, John Willard Brister, Jr. who died in 1927 at the age of 16. The dedication ceremony was on June 3, 1939. John Willard Brister, Sr. died at 4:10 in the morning on Sept. 10, 1939, after having served as president of the school for 20 years. He was 72 years old. Ironically, Grover H. Hayden was one of the pallbearers. Bill Thompson 320 Legends a ff i P . ' 1 i ' r ' Jt  .-i ' : i— ' « ; Scaffolds of great height encompass the building that was named after the Brister family. There is much controversy as to whether it was named after the son John Willard Brister, Jr., who died in 1927, or his father who passed away in 1939. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Ruling with an iron hand is how Dr. Nellie Angel Smith will be remembered. She served as the first dean of women. Accompanied by former Memphis State president, Cecil C. Humphreys and former Tennessee governor Browning, Dr. Nellie views Smith Hall, a tribute to the dedication of a strict lady with a warm heart. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) Faces Through Time W O (0 m Swinging down the runway, Anna Travis models the latest fashion at the fall Homecoming show, just one of many events including a riverboat dance and lawn display contest held during the week-long Homecoming celebration. The week ended with a football game against Mississippi State at the Liberty Bowl. (Photo by Marjorie Van) Holding back laughter is no easy matter for Alison Rabinovitz at the Tiger Den. Not only do friends make the cafeteria a favorite campus spot, but occasional entertainment like comedian Tim Settitimi brings smiles across the tables. (Photo by Devin Greaney) A cool stance taken by Trey Sterling and fellow SAEs made the theme complete at All-Sing. With a new awareness of our 75 years of history, All-Sing fit in with Songs from the ' 50s and ' 60s. (Photo by Devin Greaney) F, rom less than 100 to more than 20,000, the student body and faculty at MSU have grown to include all ages, races, and backgrounds. Some students of today are the legacies of those of the past MSU. Others are now planting new roots on campus. Some faculty have stayed on from their college years. Some people have entire families enrolled and involved in the university. Each person leaves his mark and is important to the university. The DeSoto looks back and forward to the Faces Through Time. Faculty Graduate Students Allen, Charlene Department of English, Faculty Anderson, William Engineering Technology, Memphis, Tn., Grad. Bryeans, Maude Counseling , Memphis, Tn., Grad. Chandler, George Arts and Sciences, Memphis, Tn., Grad. Golden, Keith Law, Memphis, Tn., Grad. Harrison, Carl Business Sociology, Memphis, Tn., Grad. Kastner, Maria Business, Memphis, Tn., Grad. Jones, HI, William Industrial Systems Engr., Memphis, Tn., Grad. Lasslo, Millicent Nutrition, Memphis, Tn., Grad. Man, Kathleen Music Composition, Memphis, Tn., Grad. Polk, Mary Management, Memphis, Tn., Grad. Snyder, Elizabeth Political Science, Memphis, Tn., Grad. Scott, Charles Theatre and Performance, Collierville, Tn., Grad. Womeodi, Tony Business, Clarksdale, Ms., Grad. Young, Zin Math, Memphis, Tn., Grad. Who ' s Who Mary Virginia Craven Pursuing her degree, Ginger Craven will graduate with a bachelor of arts in journalism. Her honors include membership in Kappa Tau Alpha, the National Dean ' s List, and Golden Key National Honor Society. She is also a member of the MSU Dean ' s List and the Liberal Arts Honor Society. Craven has also been a member of Pi Beta Phi social sorority where she served as ritual chairman. In addition, Craven was a writer for the DeSoto yearbook staff. Craven ' s career plans involve attending Memphis State Law School in the fall. Bill Thompson 324 Portraits Seniors Abram, Barbara Interior Design, Memphis, Tn. Ad kins, Carl Accounting, Middleton, Tn. Allen, James History, Ellendale, Tn. Allen, Kelly Public Relations, Tullahoma, Tn. Allen, Rhouis Electrical Engineering, Jonesboro, Ar. Anderson, Ricky Engineering Technology, Toone, Tn. Applewhite, Marriott Physical Therapy, Memphis, Tn. Aquilina, Dean Electrical Engineering, Martin, Tn. Armstrong, Kathryn Marketing, Tullahoma, Tn. Armstrong, Pamela Early Childhood Education, Guernsey, Tn. Arnold, Phyllis Pre-Medical, Denver, Co. Ashcraft, Stefanie Public Relations, Memphis, Tn. Averett, Jackie Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Awbrey, Sarah Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Baird, Barbara Personnel Management, Memphis, Tn. Baldwin, Dwayne Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Donald R. Rawlins Upon receiving a BBA degree, Don Rawlins will have a major in economics and a minor in mathematics. As a Cecil C. Humphrey Scholar, Rawlins became a member of Omicron Delta Kappa, Outstanding Young Men in America, and the Order of Omega. He was also chosen as the SGA Justice of the Year and received the J. Wayne Johnson Outstanding Student Award. Rawlins ' activities involve membership in Alpha Tau Omega social fraternity, SAC co- sponsorship chairman, SGA associate justice, and the Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature where he served as governor ' s chief of staff. Bill Thompson Ginger Craven (Photo by Bill Thompson) Don Rawlins (Photo by Photo Services) Faces Through Time 325 f|— - Uwmf ay, $gmf K , , 1 r f-f- ' -l- 1 ' •- 1 %k Stacy Powell (Photo by Bill Thompson) Seniors Barnes, Lynda Criminal Justice, Memphis, Tn. Barnett, William Journalism, Memphis, Tn. Baroff, Kenneth History, Edgewater, Md. Beard, Jeff Outdoor Recreation, Memphis, Tn. Beckford, Rosetta Accounting, Cordova, Tn. Benton, Herb MIS, Memphis, Tn. Berrie, Barbara Computer Science, Memphis, Tn. Blackburn, Marilyn OFAD, Memphis, Tn. Blair, Jennifer Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Blalock, Valli English, Memphis, Tn. Bledsoe, Lauren Elementary Education, Millington, Tn. Blockman, Nina Psychology, Memphis, Tn. Boiling, Chester Computer Systems Tech., Memphis, Tn. Bowden, Jeff Management, Memphis, Tn. Bowers, Bradley Finance, Germantown, Tn. Bradley, Marsha Journalism, Millington, Tn. Bradley, Stacey Computer Systems Tech., Memphis, Tn. Branch, Marlon Music, Memphis, Tn. Bratchor, Ray Finance, Memphis, Tn. Brewer, Keith Computer Science I Math, Memphis, Tn. 326 4p Portraits Stacy Ann Powell With a bachelor of arts degree, Stacy Powell has a concentration in advertising journalism. As a member of Bacchus and the Order of Omega, Powell has also been a member of the Women ' s Panhellenic Council where she served as vice president of public relations. She also holds membership in Delta Gamma social sorority where she served as treasurer, and she was co-chairman of the Greek Publicity Committee and co-editor of the Greek Column. In addition, Powell served as art director for MSU Today, was a member of the Advertising Federation, and worked with the West Tennessee Talking Library. Her career plans involve working in the creative department of an advertising agency. Bill Thompson Brogan, Sarah Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Broom, Joyce Computer Science, Clarksdale, Ms. Brown, Karen Management, Memphis, Tn. Brown, Patricia Communications, Memphis, Tn. Brown, Reginald History, Memphis, Tn. Bryan, Chyrel Management, Cordova, Tn. Bryant, Lindsey Accounting, Millington, Tn. Bunnell, Jon Communications, Memphis, Tn. Burgess, Timothy Photo Journalism, Memphis, Tn. Burks, Jamie Computer Science, Adamsville, Tn. Burress, Jeff Finance, Memphis, Tn. Bursey, Willie Mechanical Engineering, Ripley, Tn. Terri Edwards (Photo by Photo Services) Terri Andrea Edwards With a major in biology, a minor in chemistry, and a concentration in toxicology, Terri Edwards is working ' toward her bachelor of science degree. She has been involved with Phi Beta Phi, Chi Beta Phi, Alpha Epsilon Delta, and Golden Key National Honor Society. Edwards has also been recognized on the National Dean ' s List, and she has been a member of the Liberal Arts Honor Society. Socially she held memberships with the American Chemical Society and Sigma Kappa Sorority. After graduation Edwards ' career plans involve medical school with a specialty in neurology or geriatrics. Bill Thompson Faces Through Time 327 Who ' s Who Allan Nhyle Williams Graduating with university honors, Allan Williams will receive his degree in electrical engineering. Holding memberships in Tau Beta Pi, Phi Kappa Phi, and Phi Eta Sigma, Williams served as president of the Honors Student Association. In addition, he is a member of the Tennessee Collegiate Honors Council, the Southern Region Collegiate Honors Council, the National Collegiate Honors Council, and the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers. Williams is presently working as a research assistant for the department of electrical engineering. Bill Thompson Seniors Burson, Carol Criminal Justice I Sociology, Memphis, Tn. Burton, Cynthia Management, Collierville, Tn. Butcher, James International Relations, Millington, Tn. Butts, Dawn Graphic Design, Memphis, Tn. Byington, Robert Biology, Nashville, Tn. Cahn, Martin Radio Broadcasting, Memphis, Tn. Carpentar, Bevin Real Estate, Memphis, Tn. Cassell, Mitchell Electronics Technology, Memphis, Tn. Cervetti, Mark Theatre, Memphis, Tn. Chang, Chew Civil Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Chen, Carvin Mechanical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Chenault, Robert Computer Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Cherry, Roger Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Chiou, Tet Civil Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Chou, Wye Educational Services, Memphis, Tn. Chung, Cheng Civil Engineering, Memphis, Tn. 328 Portraits Sandra K. Frazier Upon graduation, Sandra Frazier will receive her degree in electrical engineering with a minor in mathematics and a concentration in electro-optics. Frazier served as vice president of Mortar Board, and she has held memberships in Golden Key National Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi, Alpha Lambda Delta, and Gamma Beta Phi. She also served as vice president of Tau Beta Phi and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. In addition, Frazier served as secretary of the Society of Women Engineers, and she has been involved with intramurals in the area of volleyball, softball, football, and table tennis. After graduation, Frazier plans to continue work in her field and begin working on her master ' s degree. Bill Thompson Allan Williams, Sandra Frazier (Photo by Photo Services) Clear, Karen Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Cline, Patricia Graphic Design, Memphis, Tn. Coakley, Leslie OFAD, Memphis, Tn. Cole, Kenneth Commercial Music, Memphis, Tn. Collins, Dianne Theatre, Memphis, Tn. Collins, Jackie Management, Memphis, Tn. Collins, Jacqueline Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Conway, Randy Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Cook, Karen Criminal Justice, Nashville, Tn. Cook, Phyllis Early Childhood Education, Memphis, Tn. Cooling, Kim Public Relations, Arlington Heights, II. Cooper, Deborah Early Childhood Education, Memphis, Tn. Cooper, Kimberly Civil Engineering, Austin, Ar. Coyle, Glenn Architectural Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Cozart, Carla Elementary Education, Memphis, Tn. Cozart, Joseph Management, Brownsville, Tn. Faces Through Time 329 Ken Baroff, Sonja Spriggs (Photo by Photo Services) Kenneth Edward Baroff As an Academic Ail-American, Ken Baroff will graduate with a bachelor of arts degree in history with a minor in criminal justice. Having received the Lambda Chi Alpha Highest GPA Award, Baroff holds memberships in Omicron Delta Kappa, the Order of Omega, and the National Dean ' s List. As a member of Lambda Chi Alpha social fraternity, Baroff served as president and secretary. He has also been a senator for the SGA, and has served on the SAC Recreation Committee and the Interfraternity Council. Bill Thompson Sonja Michelle Spriggs With a BBA degree in marketing, Sonja Spriggs also has a minor in dance. She holds memberships in Gamma Beta Phi, Golden Key National Honor Society, Black Scholars Unlimited and Phi Eta Sigma. Spriggs is also a member of Delta Sigma Theta social sorority, the Black Student Association, and the Dance Association. In addition to being a full time student, Spriggs also works at Federal Express. Bill Thompson Crawford, George English, Memphis, Tn. Creed, Kenny Finance, Memphis, Tn. Crenshaw, Mark Electrical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Crockett, Jr., Martin Computer Systems Tech., Jackson, Tn. Crone, Alan Political Science, Memphis, Tn. Curtis, JoAnn Finance, Memphis, Tn. Darr, Amy Marketing, Germantown, Tn. Daughtry, Calvin Films Tapes Production, Memphis, Tn. Davis, Cliff Journalism, Memphis, Tn. Davis, Gregory Management, Millington, Tn. ■ 1 ■ — ; m Wr . w a i flp Hi 4 !fe ifSI MBt r 1 BjJp , i m s ■BP-jr B %y F L- ISSV. ' mt ■I . i u s mI 330 Portraits Davis, Randall Finance, Germantown, Tn. Davis, Shirley Public Relations, Memphis, Tn. DeBerry, Jr., James Biology, Jackson, Tn. DeLoach, Kelly OFAD, Memphis, Tn. DeLozier, Danielle Communications, Germantown, Tn. Denton, Deborah Educational Services, Columbia, Tn. Depperschmidt, Joan Finance, Memphis, Tn. Derrick, Thomas Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Devault, Darrin Journalism, Bruceton, Tn. Dodd, Theodore Manufacturing Technology, Memphis, Tn. Dodds, Phyllis Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Dotson, James Marketing Communications, Memphis, Tn. Doyle, Kathryn Fashion Merchandising, Memphis, Tn. Duck, Kelly Physical Therapy, Memphis, Tn. Dugger, Johnna Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Duncan, Christine Elementary Education, Cordova, Tn. Durden, Jefferson Marketing, Columbia, SC. Eblen, Billie Secondary I Business Education, Memphis. Tn. Echie, Kenneth . Mechanical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Echols, Evelyn Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Edwards, Terri Toxicology, Bruceton, Tn. Eidson, Susan Architectural Engineering Tech., Byhalia, Ms. Elliott, Debra News Editorial Journalism, Memphis, Tn. Elliott, Steven French, Germantown, Tn. Esmaeli, Kateh Microbiology, Memphis, Tn. Farris, Robert Mechanical Engineering, Germantown, Tn. Faulkner, Evelyn Management, Memphis, Tn. Forbess, Timothy Journalism, Atoka, Tn. Ford, Amy Pre-Nursing, Birmingham, Al. Foutch, Daryl Management, Medina, Tn. Fowler, DJ, William Management, Memphis, Tn. Fulton, Daniel Marketing I Advertising, Hendersonville, Tn. Faces Through Time eniors Gardner, P. J. Fitness Management, Memphis, Tn. Garner, Kevin Finance, Memphis, Tn. Garrott, Ian Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Germany, Pamela Real Estate, Stantonville, Tn. Giffin, Jeffrey Finance, Germantown, Tn. Glaze, Melissa Broadcast Journalism, Brownwood, Tx. Glidewell, Cynthia Communications, Germantown, Tn. Goad, Melanie English, Bartlett, Tn. Greaney, Devin Journalism, Memphis, Tn. Green, Christopher Chemistry I English, Memphis, Tn. Green, Kevin Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Greer, Hugh Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Greissinger, Debbie Germantown, Tn. Griesse, Martha Accounting, Germantown, Tn. Gutierrez, Gus Production, Dei Rio, Tx. Gwinn, David Political Science, Brighton, Tn. Karen Jansen (Photo by Lesley Craig) Who ' s Who Karen Jansen With a minor in math, Karen Jansen will graduate with a degree in electrical engineering. At Memphis State she served as president of the Society of Women Engineers for two consecutive years and also served as vice president for one year. Jansen was chosen as Intramural Person of the Year for 1985 and was the racquetball doubles champion in 1985. For two years she was an intramurals coach for football, racquetball, volleyball, and basketball. Jansen has also been involved in the Pastor Parish Relations Committee and Nominations Committee. Jansen ' s goals include receiving a master ' s degree in engineering with a concentration in management. She would also like to receive a P.E. license. Bill Thompson 332 p Portraits William Edward Betts, Jr. Receiving a bachelor of arts degree, Williams Betts, Jr., will graduate with a major in political science and a minor in history. Betts received the 1987 President ' s Award and the Distinguished Midshipman Award for 1987. In addition, he has been a member of Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society, P hi Kappa Phi Honor Society, and the Liberal Arts Honor Society. Since his college activities involved the Navy ROTC, Betts is planning for a career as an officer in the United States Marine Corps. Bill Thompson Haggard, Odis Electrical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Hall, Daniel Graphic Design, Memphis, Tn. Hamedani, Maziyar Architectural Interior Design, Memphis, Tn. Hamer, Sandra Broadcast Journalism, Memphis, Tn. Hamzah, Che Hasnan Civil Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Harbert, James Mechanical Engineering, Germantown, Tn. Hardison, Samuel Management, Collierville, Tn. Harmon, Marcia Nursing, Memphis, Tn. Harrison, Angela Accounting, Millington, Tn. Hart, Kimberly Educational Services, Smyrna, Tn. Harvey, Jane Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Hassan, Rosdeen MIS, Memphis, Tn. Hays, Donna Elementary Education, Memphis, Tn. Hegarty, Lori Computer Systems Engr., Memphis, Tn. Hethmon, Douglas Accounting, Union City, Tn. Hill, Sheila Biology, Brownsville, Tn. Hilhard, Timothy Electrical Engineering, Huntingdon, Tn. Hinson, Charles Electrical Engineering, State University, Ar. Hodges, Mark Architectural Technology, Memphis, Tn. Hoffman, H, Elmer Psychology, Memphis, Tn. illiam Betts (Photo by Photo Services) 333 Faces Through Time S Seniors Mary Leanne Peel With a scholarship from the American Society of Women Accountants, Leanne Peel will receive a BBA degree in accounting. Peel ' s memberships include Omicron Delta Kappa, Gamma Beta Phi, Phi Kappa Phi, Golden Key National Honor Society, and Alpha Lambda Delta. She is also a member of Pi Beta Phi social sorority where she served as president and house chairman, and she was also a Little Sister for Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. Selected for Home- coming Court in 1986, Peel is also a member of the Newman Foundation, the American Society of Women Accountants and Beta Alpha Psi. After graduation, Peel will begin work as an accountant for Ernst Whinney. Bill Thompson Holbritter, Troy Public Relations, Memphis, Tn. Holly, Trina Computer Science, Memphis, Tn. Holmes, Christopher Accounting, Lexington, Tn. Hopkins, James Management, Alamo, Tn. Houston, Phillip Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Hubbard, Phillip Broadcasting, Memphis, Tn. Huggins, Karen Psychology, Memphis, Tn. Hunter, Sarah English, Memphis, Tn. Hutchinson, Carole Elementary Education, Savannah, Tn. Ingles, Thomas Management, Jackson, Tn. Ivery, Virgil Criminal Justice, Long Beach, Co. Jacques, Rebecca Early Childhood Education, Memphis, Tn. Jamison, Robert Electrical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Jarrell, Kenneth Mechanical Engineering, Chapel Hill, Tn. Johnson, Charles Secondary Education, Memphis, Tn. Johnson, Deirdre Management, Memphis, Tn. JohnsonJJussie, Gwendolyn Criminal Justice, Millington, Tn. Jones, Daron Chemistry Nursing, Memphis, Tn. Jones, Freddie Theatre, Memphis, Tn. Jones, Kim Journalism, Memphis, Tn. 334 Portraits Who ' s Who Leanne Peel, Christopher Holmes (Photo by Photo Services) Christopher Threadgill Holmes With a BBA degree in accounting, Chris Holmes received the J. Wayne Johnson Outstanding Student Award and the Student Ambassador Board Outstanding Member Award. Receiving a Kappa Alpha National Scholarship and an Academic Performance Scholarship, Holmes served as president of Omicron Delta Kappa and vice president of student relations for the Student Ambassador Board. In addition, he is a member of Kappa Alpha Order social fraternity and served as executive secretary of the Interfraternity Council. Holmes also holds memberships in Golden Key National Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi, Mortar Board, Beta Alpha Psi, and SGA. Presently, Holmes is an accountant for Ernst Whinney. Bill Thompson Jordan, Kenneth Mechanical Engineering, Saulsbury, Tn. Joyner, Tommy Public Relations, Germantown, Tn. Julian, Christopher Broadcasting, Memphis, Tn. Junior, IH, Hank Philosophy, Memphis, Tn. Kessler, Charles Recreation I Park Admin., Memphis, Tn. King, Edward Accounting, Tullahoma, Tn. Kirkland, Jr., James Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Kirkpatrick, Douglas Corporate Communications, Ripley, Tn. Laffiteau, Jim Sales I Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Lankford, Sharon Secondary Education, Clinton, Tn. Le.Tam Electrical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Le, Tuong Electrical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Lee, Jessie Chemistry, Memphis, Tn. Lee, June Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Lerner, Gene International Relations, Memphis, Tn. Limbaugh, Maria Journalism, Wartrace, Tn. Faces Through Time 335 Who ' s Who Seniors Linxwiler, John Management, Memphis, Tn. Lock, Jiu Marketing, Hughes, Ar. Losa, Shari Early Childhood Education, Memphis, Tn. Marcum, Delayne Early Childhood Education, Memphis, Tn. Mathews, Candace Electrical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Maurizi, John Marketing, Memphis Tn. Maxwell, William Graphic Design, Memphis, Tn. McCommon, Robert Finance, Memphis, Tn. McDonald, Arthur Theatre, Memphis, Tn. McElrath, Tracy Marketing, Memphis, Tn. McKenzie, Charles, History, Bartlett, Tn. McKinney, Alvin Music Education, Memphis, Tn. McKinnie, Sandra Computer Science, Bolivar, Tn. McPipkin, Debra Finance, Memphis, Tn. Melvin, Missy Advertising, Memphis, Tn. Middleton, Tanya Elementary Education, Memphis, Tn. Miller, Barbara Educational Services, Memphis, Tn. Miller, Linda Finance, Memphis, Tn. Miller, Mark Management, Memphis, Tn. Miller, Rosalyn Therapeutic Recreation, Memphis, Tn. Mills, Tommy Finance, Jackson, Tn. Mincer, Cynthia Journalism, Germantown, Tn. Mitchell, Brian Memphis, Tn. Mitchell, Deborah Management, Memphis, Tn. SS6 Portraits Kimberly Young (Photo by Lesley Craig) Kimberly Oeding Young With a bachelor of business administration degree, Kimberly Young graduated with a major in finance and a concentration in investments. She was the recipient of the Robert B. Hunting Scholarship and the National Leadership Scholarship. Young has also been a member of Phi Eta Sigma, the National Dean ' s List, and Gamma Beta Phi. As a member of Alpha Gamma Delta social sorority, she served as publicity chairman, and she was a member of the Panhellenic Council ' s 3.50 Club. She was also a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Young hopes to pursue a career in investment management services working for a major firm. Bill Thompson Merry Elizabeth Clements Dennison Working on a bachelor of music degree, Merry Dennison will receive her degree with a concentration in piano performance. As a recipient of the Berl Olswanger Scholarship and the State Board of Regents Scholarship, Dennison was appointed to the National Dean ' s List and received the Sword of Honor and Leadership Award. She was also vice president of Phi Eta Sigma, president of Sigma Alpha Iota, and public relations officer of the SAC Fashion Board. Dennison ' s activities involved memberships in the Navigators, Oratorio, Women ' s Choir, and she also has served as a professional organist and pianist. Her future includes a possible master ' s degree in music and private piano instruction. Bill Thompson Mitchell, Donna Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Mohammed, Salauddin Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Moore, DeTiyntoneus Civil Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Moore, Lynette Journalism, Memphis, Tn. Morris, Michael Manufacturing, Memphis, Tn. Morrison, Kimberly Broadcast Journalism, Memphis, Tn. Murphy, Barbara Recreation, Memphis, Tn. Myers, Veverly Broadcast Journalism, Memphis, Tn. Nabekura, Mitz Psychology, Memphis, Tn. Najera Ortega, Saul Business, Memphis, Tn. Napier, Betty Finance, Brentwood, Tn. Nixon, William Magazine Journalism, Memphis, Tn. Merry Dennison (Photo by Lesley Craig) Faces Through Time 337, Seniors Norris, Dawn Biology, Bolivar, Tn. Oldhain, Jean Public Relations, Millington, Tn. Oneal, Carolyn Elementary Education, Memphis, Tn. Owens, Jerry Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Owens, Reginald Wholistic Health, Memphis, Tn. Page, Lisa Health Care Administration, Memphis, Tn. Parchman, Jerrell Electrical Engineering, Jackson, Tn. Parlin, Mary English, Memphis, Tn. Parrish, Stephanie, Mental Health Counseling, Memphis, Tn. Paulette, Ronald Management, Memphis, Tn. Peel, Leanne Accounting, Germantown, Tn. Penix, Mike Advertising, Newport, Ar. Perez, Rick Management, Memphis, Tn. Perkins, Beverly International Business, Memphis, Tn. Perkins, Darrell Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Perry, Charles Finance, Jackson, Tn. Pettus, Elizabeth Accounting, Mt. Pleasant, Tn. Pickens, Billy Finance, Memphis, Tn. Piper, Evangeline Arts Administration, Old Hickory, Tn. Pirani, Paul Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Polley, Patricia Individual Studies, Germantown, Tn. 338 Portraits Pope, Albert Electrical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Pope,BiU Finance, Memphis, Tn. Pope, Patricia Biology, Memphis, Tn. Powell, Stacy Advertising, Memphis, Tn. Presley, Ronnie Finance, Memphis, Tn. Pritt,Paul Political Science, Covington, Tn. Pruitt, Sylvia Journalism, Oakland, Tn. Puckett, Harl Electrical Engineering, Bartlett, Tn. Quesenberry, Chris Geography, Portsmouth, Va. Rainey, Timothy Criminal Justice, Memphis, Tn. Rajagopalan, Shyamala Pre-Medica l, Memphis, Tn. Rawlins, Donald Economics, Collierville, Tn. Reasor, Scott International Relations, Memphis, Tn. Richardson, Anthony Music Education, Memphis, Tn. Richardson, Melissa Marketing Management, Memphis, Tn. Who ' s Who Scott Thompson (Photo by Bill Thompson) Scott Wilson Thompson After graduation Scott Thompson will have a BBA degree in economics. Thompson was chosen for Outstanding Young Men of America, Student Ambassador Board, Omicron Delta Kappa, and Gamma Beta Phi. In addition, he served as president of Mortar Board and president of the Order of Omega. Thompson ' s activities have involved membership in Phi Gamma Delta social fraternity where he was chosen as Man of the Year in 1985 and served as recording secretary. He was also invoved with TISL for three years where he served as treasurer, and he was also a resident adviser. For two years Thompson served the SGA where he was chairman of the Finance Committee and Best Legislator in 1986. Bill Thompson . ' • ' %.. ' — — 1 i- ' -H ' , 1 « • J pSs30 .L- r ' ' ■ ' m V - sf |i TWfl Jn iksf « ' ' ' • ■ 1 ' ' ' ' i MKM Ui ' ' if W ' P f ' %1 -. flrvV m? ' A ,4|Mfc £ ■--A • • .., ' £ ' ft IBi.Tf.-jM ; v£s l ft£2 %:% x ' IISjL j3-1L i E ■ . . ? ' ■ :_ v ' Jw ra ' fc Mm- m ■sr y m 9 Jamie Grant Burks Seeking a bachelor of science degree, Jamie Burks has a major in computer science and a minor in mathematics. During college Burks became a member of several honor societies including Phi Kappa Phi, Golden Key National Honor Society, Gamma Beta Phi, and Alpha Lambda Delta. He was also appointed to the National Dean ' s List. His college activities involve being a member of the MSU band, Phi Mu Alpha, and the MSU Singers. Burks also held memberships in the Data Processing Managers Association and the Association for Computing Machinery. In the future Burks hopes to become a senior systems analyst for a Fortune 500 Corporation. Bill Thompson Jamie Burks (Photo by Photo Services) 339 Faces Through Time s J Laura Small, Becky Morgan (Photo by Lesley Craig) Who ' s Who Laura Carole Small Graduating with a degree in mechanical engineering, Laura Small is a member of the National Dean ' s List, Pi Tau Sigma, Phi Kappa Phi, Golden Key National Honor Society, Omicron Delta Kappa, and Young Community Leaders of America. She also served as president of Tau Beta Pi, secretary and vice president of public relations for the SAC Fashion Board, little sister for Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, and STARS scholarship program. Small is a member of Alpha Gamma Delta social sorority where she was ritual chairman and scholarship chairman for the Women ' s Panhellenic Council. Holding the Distinguished Early Scholarship and the ASME Gasturbine Scholarship, Small was chosen as MSU ' s 1987 Featured Engineer. In the future Small plans to attend graduate school at MSU. Bill Thompson Rebecca Ann Morgan With a BBA degree in sales and marketing, Becky Morgan held an Early Scholars Scholarship, and has been a member of the National Dean ' s List Omicron, Delta Kappa, Mortar Board, and the Order of Omega. She is a member of Delta Gamma social sorority where she served as president and Panhellenic delegate. Morgan was also a member of SAC serving as Special Events chairman, director of the 1986 Miss MSU Pageant, and 1983 Homecoming Committee chairman. Receiving the SAC President ' s Award and a position on the 1986 Homecoming Court, Morgan was also an SGA senator and election commissioner. In addition, she was Sweetheart for Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity and served on the Libraries Standing Committee. Morgan wishes to pursue a marketing career and also begin her master ' s graduate work. Bill Thompson 340 Portraits Seniors Richey, Jayne Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Riley, Wayne Computer Systems Engr., Columbia, Tn. Roberts, Glen Accounting, Bartlett, Tn. Roberts, Teresa Microbiology, Bartlett, Tn. Robinson, Ronald Management, Memphis, Tn. Rogers, Elizabeth Communication Art, Memphis, Tn. Rone, Deanna Biology, Burlison, Tn. Rowell, Leigh Fitness Management, Memphis, Tn. Ruby, Sylvia Economics, Memphis, Tn. Russell, Wendy Pre-Medical, Union City, Tn. Sabalillah, Ekrimah Educational Services, Memphis, Tn. Sanders, Veronica Management, Sweethome, Ar. Sanford, Tina Finance, Collierville, Tn. Saulsberry, Valeria Personnel Management, Memphis, Tn. Scarpace, Jeffrey Electrical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Scott, Amanda Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Sellers, Constance Biology, Nashville, Tn. Sharp, Octavian Marketing, Trenton, Tn. Shaw, LaDonna Fashion Merchandising, Oakland, Tn. Shipley, Christie Interior Design, Savannah, Tn. Showli, Isam Mechanical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Siegert, Jo Ann Educational Services, Germantown, Tn. Sigler, William Mechanical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Simpson, Donald Marketing, Bartlett, Tn. SLsk, Timothy Computer Systems Engr., Boyle, Ms. Slawson, Deborah Dietetics, Memphis, Tn. Sloan, MaryJJlizabeth Marketing, Covington, Tn. Small, Laura Mechanical Engineering, Lexington, Tn. Smith, Daniel Communications, Memphis, Tn. Smith, Gary Electrical Engineering, West Memphis, Ar. Smith, Kim Communications, Fayetteville, Tn. Smith, Lord, Journalism, Germantown, Tn. Smith, Lori Ann Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Smith, Robert Management, Memphis, Tn. Smith, Stacy Dental Hygiene, Memphis, Tn. Faces Through Times « 5 Who ' s Who Seniors Smith, Valerie Marketing, Memphis, Tn. SouthaU, Douglas Broadcasting, Memphis, Tn. Southall, Scott Computer Systems Tech., Memphis, Tn. Spriggs, Sonja Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Staggs, James Marketing Advertising, Memphis, Tn. Stark, Joel Finance, Memphis, Tn. Stenson, Daniel Industrial Arts Technology, Paris, Tn. Stephens, William Psychology, Memphis, Tn. Steppe, Venita Secondary Education, Memphis, Tn. Stern, Robyn Marketing, Pittsburgh, Pa. Stickel, Laura Criminal Justice, Goodlettsville, Tn. Strain, Steven Microbiology, Bartlett, Tn. Strong, Leslie Biology, Memphis, Tn. Sullivan, Ann, Elementary Education, Memphis, Tn. Sundquist, Jr., Donald Management, Memphis, Tn. Sweatt, Timothy Finance, Memphis, Tn. Eddie Barton, Leslie Thornton (Photo by Lesley Craig) 9 m ♦ a HZ M - JI 5 - ! .; - ay| - H fin MB p, !tp fm Wm r it £. ™fc V ■ ; ,j ■ .,.:■ k f 8 f ■ V ■ ■■■■■ ■ ■• . ' p- -■■ ■ ■ ™-- . .-., ... . 342 Portraits Leslie Ann Thornton Graduating with a BBA in economics, Leslie Thornton has been a member of Omicron Delta Kappa, Mortar Board, the Order of Omega, and Golden Key National Honor Society. In addition, she received the MSU Outstanding Economics Student Award and was chosen for the National Dean ' s List. Thornton is also a member of Alpha Gamma Delta social sorority where she was activities chairman and membership chairman. She also served as house chairman for the Women ' s Panhellenic Council, SGA senator for the College of Business, and New Student Orientation Guide. In the future Thornton plans to work in a financial institution with investments or other business related research field doing market research. Bill Thompson William Edward Barton, Jr. Upon graduation, Eddie Barton will receive a double BBA degree in finance and economics. He holds memberships in Omicron Delta Kappa, the MSU Honors Student Association, Golden Key National Honor Society, Campus Democrats, the National Business Merit Society, and the Financial Management Association. Barton is a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon social fraternity where he served as secretary and pledge president. He also served as scholarship chairman for the Interfraternity Council, was selected for Outstanding Young Men in America, and served as president of the Order of Omega. In the future, Barton plans to attend graduate school and work in a financial institution as either an analyst or a broker. Bill Thompson Swift, Debra Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Swift, Sharon Rehabilitation Education, Memphis, Tn. Tallent, Guy Finance, Columbia, Tn. Tan, Hock Civil Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Tang, Teck Civil Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Theil,Cheri Journalism, Memphis, Tn. Thomas, Chris Sales Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Thompson, Linda Electrical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Thompson, Mary Lou Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Thompson, Jr., William Accounting, Rosemark, Tn. Thornton, Leslie Economics, Memphis, Tn. Thornton, Linda Interior Design, Bartlett, Tn. Toney, Tamara Management, Chattanooga, Tn. Travis, Donna Microbiology, Memphis, Tn. Traylor, Troy Criminal Justice, Moscow, Tn. Trout, Angela English, Memphis, Tn. 343 Faces Through Time Deanna Rone (Photo by Bill Thompson) Who ' s Who Deanna Lynne Rone As a pre-med major, Deanna Rone will graduate with a degree in biology with a concentration in vertebrate zoology. Her honors involve membership in Mortar Board, Alpha Epsilon Delta, Golden Key National Honor Society, Phi Kappa phi, and the Liberal Arts Honor Society. Rone also holds membership in Alpha Delta Pi social sorority, and she was a little sister for Sigma Chi Fraternity and a residence hall adviser. Her career plans include attending medical school at the University of Tennessee at Memphis in the fall. Bill Thompson Seniors Trouy, Cheryl Biology, Memphis, Tn. Tucker, Andrea Personnel Management, Memphis, Tn. Tulloch, John Management, Bartlett, Tn. Turner, LeNora Criminal Justice, Memphis, Tn. Uppleger, Ava Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Valadie, Stephen Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Vandergriff, Cheryl Elementary Education, Memphis, Tn. Volner, Lisa Finance, Selmer, Tn. Walsh, Shirley Community Health, Memphis, Tn. Walters, Anne Marketing, Memphis, Tn. Wardlaw, Vincient Human Resources, Memphis, Tn. Warmath, Marvin Finance, Medina, Tn. Warren, Lorri Journalism, Jackson, Tn. Watkins, Tina Sociology, Memphis, Tn. Weaver, Donna Accounting, Memphis, Tn. 344 Portraits e f ilr pv akiji ' 1 : ffl V % S.ri R m ? H- R$§1 Brad Bowers (Photo by Bill Thompson) Bill Bradley Bowers Upon graduation Brad Bowers will receive a BBA degree in finance. While at Memphis State he was a member of the cheerleading squad where he was mic-man and mascot. As a member of Pi Kappa Alpha social fraternity, Bowers was chosen for Omicron Delta Kappa, the Student Ambassador Board, and the Honors Student Association. Bowers was also a member of the Financial Management Association, and he served as a legislative intern in the Tennessee General Assembly. Presently working for Delta Airlines, Bowers hopes to pursue a master ' s degree in business administration. Bill Thompson Weaver, II, Floyd Electronics Engineering Tech., Memphis, Tn. West, Cheryl OFAD, Memphis, Tn. Whaley, Lea Marketing, Germantown, Tn. White, Gina Biology, Memphis, Tn. White, Judith Art History, Memphis, Tn. Whitelaw, Melanie Social Work, Memphis, Tn. Wild, David Management, Richmond, Va. Wilder, JoAnn Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Williams, Deborah Drummonds, Tn. Williams, Felisia Biology, Bradford, Tn. Williams, Joe Management, Cordova, Tn. Williams, Mary Psychology, Memphis, Tn. Williams, Sharon Prod. lOper. Management, Dyersburg, Tn. Wood, David Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Woods, Gloria Marketing, Brighton, Tn. Wooten, Lynn Management, Memphis, Tn. Wray, HI Robert Electrical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Wyatt, Vickie Accounting, Memphis, Tn. Yacuzzo, Annette Marketing, Germantown, Tn. Yap, Cheeming Civil Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Yates, m, Duke Finance, Memphis, Tn. Young, Kenneth Electrical Engineering, Memphis, Tn. Young, Pamela Psychology, Collierville, Tn. Yunos, Norhalinda Finance, Memphis, Tn. Faces Through Time 345, Maria Limbaugh, Kelly Allen (Photo by ; Photo Services) Who ' s Who Maria Jeanne Limbaugh Graduating with a bachelor of arts degree in journalism, Maria Limbaugh has held memberships in Order of Omega, Omicron Delta Kappa, Blue Chippers, and SAC. She is a member of Delta Gamma social sorority where she served as corresponding secretary and Panhellenic delegate. In addition, Limbaugh served as chief justice and extensions chairman for the Women ' s Panhellenic Council, and she was vice president of records for the Student Ambassador Board. Limbaugh was also a little sister for Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. In the future, Limbaugh plans to pursue a career with a magazine as an editor or assistant editor. Bill Thompson Kelly Claire Allen Upon graduation Kelly Allen will receive a bachelor of arts degree in public relations. Her honors include membership in Omicron Delta Kappa, Mortar Board, and the Order of Omega, and she is the recipient of the Centennial Award for 1986. Asa member of Delta Gamma social sorority where she was vice president of scholarship and of public relations, Allen has also been a member of the Lutheran Student Association and SAC. She also served as president and vice president of public relations for the Women ' s Panhellenic Council and was a little sister for Kappa Alpha Order. After graduation Allen plans to work for Schering-Plough, hopefully in the Maybelline division. Bill Thompson 346 Portraits Undergraduates Aaron, Brian, Jr. Adame, Sara, So. Aiken, McKenzie, So. Ajanaku, Weyni, Fr. Algee, Laurie, Jr. Allen, Elizabeth, Jr. Allen, Yolanda, Jr. Anderson, Melanie, Fr. Anderson, Scott, Jr. Anderson, Suzanne, Fr. Anderton, Robin, Jr. Archer, Priscilla, Fr. Archey, Kevin, Jr. Argo, Blair, So. Arick, Todd, Fr. Arkin, Sharon, Fr. Armstrong, Virginia, Jr. Arnett, Michael, Fr. Ashner, Nick, So. Austill, Tim, So. Austin, Christopher, So. Ayerdis, Guillermo, Jr. Backus, Cara, Fr. Bagley, Jeb, Fr. Baker, Carolyn, Fr. Baker, Michael, Jr. Ballard, Ephie, Fr. Basore, Kelly, Fr. Bauer, Michael, Fr. Baugus, Michael, So. Baxter, Daniel, So. Beall, Carole, Jr. Bean, James, Jr. Bearden, Jack, Fr. Beasley, Louis, Jr. Bell, Becky, So. Bell, Kimberley, Jr. Bennett, Julie, Fr. Berkenstock, Rebecca, So. Bickers, James, Jr. Bishop, Sharon, Jr. Blackwell, Don, So. Blade, Cheryl, Fr. Blair, Carol, So. Blankenship, Emily, Jr. Blankenship, Robert, Jr. Blankenship, Tony, So. Blasingame, Cathy, So. Bledsoe, Tina, So. Boaz, Carey, So. Bohannon, Phillip, So. Bolton, Beverly, Fr. Bradshaw, Felecia, So. Bray, Leigh Anne, Fr. Breedlove, Jon, Fr. Bridges, Suzanne, Fr. 347 Faces Through Time V Who ' s Who James Allen (Photo by Lesley Craig) ' 0 So James Henry Allen, Jr. Upon graduation from Memphis State, James Allen, Jr. will receive a bachelor of arts degree in history with a minor in economics. As a member of Omicron Delta Kappa and Omicron Delta Epsilon, Allen was also a member of Phi Alpha Theta, Phi Kappa Phi, and Golden Key National Honor Society. Allen also has held memberships in Beta Gamma Sigma, Gamma Beta Phi, and the Liberal Arts Honor Society. His college activities involved the Pre-Law Society where he served as vice president. In the fall Allen will attend law school and seek a career in banking and tax law. Bill Thompson Briley, Keith, So. Brocato, Vincent, Jr. Brooks, Laura, Fr. Brown, Paul, Fr. Brown, Thomas, Jr. Brown, Todd, Fr. Browning, Jr., Larry, Jr. Broy, Greg, Fr. Bryant, Chip, Fr. Bryant, Patrick, Fr. Bumpus, James, So. Burress, Felicia, Jr. Burton, Charles, Jr. Bush, Brian, Fr. Butler, Robert, Jr. Byer, Dan, So. Byrd,Jeff,Fr. Cain, Glenn, Fr. Callaway, Chanda, Fr. Calbert, Ruthie, Jr. Calvery, Tom, Jr. Camburn, Lisa, Jr. Campbell, Angela, Jr. Campbell, Sydney, Jr. Cannon, Laura, Fr. 348 Portraits Jimmy Laffiteau (Photo by Bill Thompson) James Michael Laffiteau With a BBA degree in international business, Jimmy Laffiteau will also have a minor in finance and marketing. He attended Memphis State as a Cecil C. Humphrey Scholar. Laffiteau was chosen for Outstanding Young Men in America, 1987 Greek Man of the year, and 1986 Greek Laurel Wreath Award. His college activities have included member of Pi Kappa Phi social fraternity where he served as chaplain, vice president, and secretary. Laffiteau also served the Interfraternity Council as vice president of rush and assistant vice president of programming. He also was a representative for the Food Services Committee. Laffiteau ' s goal is to work for the government in a leadership capacity. Bill Thompson Carayiannis, Michael, So. Carayiannis, Stephanie, Fr. Cardosi, Gina, Jr. Carnes, Kim Ray, Jr. Carney, Joseph, Fr. Carpenter, Beth, Jr. Carroll, Myra, So. Carter, Cathy, Fr. Carter, Shawn, Fr. Carver, Laura, Fr. Catron, Darrell, So. Caviness, Joe, Jr. Chandler, Camille, Fr. Chapman, Denise, So. Chatman, Deidre, So. Cherry, Veronica, So. Chumney, Gail, Fr. Clark, Alicia, Fr. Clark, Jeff, So. Clark, Raymond, So. Cleek, Stephanie, Jr. Clement, Tina, Fr. Clements, James, Fr. Cobb, Thomas, So. Cochran.William, Fr. 349 Faces Through Time Undergraduates Coker, Amanda, Jr. Coleman, Dawn, So. Coleman, Zorina, Fr. Cornelia, Josie. So. Conners, Shawn, Fr. Cooper, Leon, Jr., Corder, Denise, Fr. Cornell, Julie, Fr. Cox, Carol, So. Cox, Julie, Fr. Crabtree, Mary, So. Crawford, Caroline, So. Crawford, Glenn, Fr. Crawford, Tonia, So. Crenshaw, Thomas, So. Crocker, James, Fr. Who ' s Who Catherine Lorraine Warren Upon graduation, Lorri Warren will receive a bachelor of arts degree in journalism with a concentration in public relations. With a National Delta Gamma Scholarship and an Early Scholars Scholarship, Warren is a member of Omicron Delta Kappa, Order of Omega, Outstanding Young Women of America, and Alpha Epsilon Delta. She is also a member of Delta Gamma social sorority where she was vice president of scholarship and rituals chairman. Warren has also served as president of the Little Sisters of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity, Special Events chairman of SAC, 1986 SAC homecoming chairman, director of the Miss Memphis State Pageant, and was a recipient of the J. Wayne Johnson Outstanding Student Award. In the future Warren wants to work in the field of public relations. Bill Thompson 350 Lorri Warren, Kim Smith (Photo by Photo Services) Portraits Crowder, Paula, So. Cummings, Tammy, Fr. Cummings, Victoria, So Cunningham, Kelly, So. Daley, Virginia, Fr. Dalton, Cindy, So. Daugherty, Kimberly, So. Davis, Brian, So. Davis, JerreU, So. Davis, Terry, Jr. Davis, Thomas, Fr. Davis-Pierce, Mary Jane, So. Denaburg, Scott, Jr. Denton Margaret, Jr. DePriest, Drew, So. Dever, Erin, Fr. Dickens, Carolyn, So. Doolin, Heather, Fr. Doss, Michael, Jr. Dowling, David, Fr. Drake, Shawn, So. Droke, Mark, So. Duncan, Lori, Fr. Dunlap, Kathryn, Fr. Dupont, II, George, Jr. Durham, Jennifer, Jr. Dye, Charles, Fr. Dyke, Tami, So. Early, Beth, Fr. Eberhardt, Chad, So. Eckstein, Charlotte, Fr. Edgar, David, So. Edwards, Emery, So. Edwards, Kimberley, Jr. Edwards, Ramona, So. Kim Marie Smith Graduating with a bachelor of arts degree in communications, Kim Smith has held memberships in Omicron Delta Kappa, Order of Omega, Student Ambassador Board, President ' s Standing committee, Alpha Epsilon Rho and TISL. As a State Board of Regents scholar, Smith received the J. Wayne Johnson Award and was selected for Outstanding Young Women in America. Smith is a member of Delta Gamma social sorority where she served as vice president for two years. She also served as president of SAC for two years, and she was a senator at large for the SGA. In the future Smith plans to pursue graduate study in communications at the University of Iowa with long range goals in either the television industry or political commun- ications. Bill Thompson Faces Through Time Who ' s Who Undergraduates John Michael Linxwiler Graduating with a BBA in management, John Linxwiler is a member of Omicron Delta Kappa and the Order of Omega. He is a member of Alpha Tau Omega social fraternity where he served as rush chairman and chief of staff. He has also served as secretary of state and secretary of campus affairs for the SGA. In addition, Linxwiler has been involved with the Student Activities Policy University Standing Committee, MSU delegate to the Midwest Model United Nations, College Republicans, SAC Speaker ' s Committee, and the Interfraternity Council Phoenix Committee. After graduation Linxwiler plans to work in a financial institution and attend graduate school. Bill Thompson Ellington, Robert, Jr. Elmore, Kenneth, So. Emison, Susan, Jr. Engel, Amy, So. Eoff, Emily, Fr. Evans, Mark, So. Faulk, Mike, Jr. Fawcett, John, Fr. Ferguson, Megan, So. Fields, Tracy, Jr. Fisher, Cynthia, Jr. Fisher, Sherri, Jr. Fleet, Pamela, Jr. Forrest, Michael, Fr. Foust, Donna, So. Foy, Perry, So. Fredericks, Jeff, So. Free, Lisa, Fr. Friday,Jr., George, So. Funk, David, So. Fuquay, Thomas, So. Furmanski, Nicole, So. Gaia, Emily, Fr. Gannon, Joe, Fr. Garner, James, Jr. Garrett, Thurman, Jr. Gavin, Marcella, Fr. Geurin, Wendy, Jr. Gholson, Sherwin, Jr. Gibbs, John, So. Gibson, Brian, Jr. Givens, Rodney, So. Glaser, Irene, So. Gobble, Jason, So. Goforth, Stacy, Fr. 352 Portraits Paige Baker, John Linxwiler (Photo by Photo Services) Andrea Paige Baker Graduating with a degree in history with a minor in political science, Paige Baker has held memberships in Omicron Delta Kappa, Golden Key National Honor Society, Gamma Beta Phi, Phi Alpha Theta, Mortar Board, and Pi Beta Phi social sorority. Baker has also served as vice president of Phi Kappa Phi and the Liberal Arts Honor Society. In addition, Baker is a member of the Student Ambassador Board, president of the College Republicans, public relations officer of Tiger Paws, Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature delegate, Midwest Model United Nations delegate, and member of Undergraduate Grade Appeals Committee. Baker also received the Priority Legislation Award. In the future, she will attend graduate school and obtain a doctorate in political science. Bill Thompson Goode, Amy, Fr. Graham, Jon, Jr. Graves, Damon, Jr. Gray, Carole, Jr. Gray, Keith, Jr. Gray, Kelly, So. Gray, William, So. Green, Dana, So. Green, Perry, Fr. Grey, Sean, So. Griffin, Angela, Jr. Griffin, Melissa, Fr. Groff, Richard, Jr. Gross, Carl, So. Groves, Janna, So. Guess, James, Jr. Gurley, Kathy, So. Gurley, Tammy, Fr. Hampton, Helen, So. Hannah, Mark, Jr. Faces Through Time 353 Haraway, Gregory, So. Hardy, Kym, So. Harlow, Heather, Fr. Harrell, Catherine, So. Harris, Robert J., Pr. Harris, Robert P., Jr. Harris, Rosalyn, So. Harris, Suzanne, So. Hartman, HI, Loyal, So. Harwell, Stephen, So. Hasenbein, Bernard, Fr. Hawkins, Jeff, Jr. Hawks, Jeffrey, Fr. Hayes, Tony, Jr. Healy, Sean, Jr. Hearn, Susan, Fr. Helmers, Darren, So. Hennessey, Sharon, So. Henson, Kevin, Fr. Henson, Yolanda, Jr. Hicks, Mark, So. Hoaglin, George, Fr. Hobbs, Tammy, So. Hollingsworth, Darin, Fr. Hollingsworth, Trey, Fr. Who ' s Who Patricia Ann Wakim With a bachelor of communications degree, Patti Wakim was a member of Mortar Board, Omicron Delta Kappa, and the Order of Omega. She has been a member of Delta Gamma social sorority where she served as house chairman. Wakim also served as vice president of programming for the Women ' s Panhellenic Council as well as being a Rho Chi. She was a member of the Student Ambassador Board and the Madrigal Singers. Wakim is presently working for a publisher in Belmont, California, and hopes to pursue a communications career at a publishing house. Bill Thompson Patti Wakim (Photo by Bill Thompson) 354 Portraits Holmes, Herman, Jr. Horn, Gwendolyn, Fr. House, James, So. Howell, Pamela, Fr. Huffine, Tracy, So. Huffman, Sharon, Fr. Hughes, Lisa, Fr. Hundley, Rebekah, So. Inman, Angela, So. Jackson, Dwayne, Jr. Jackson, Kris, So. Jackson, Tona, Jr. Jewett, Jene, So. Jivency, Jermaine, Jr. Johnson, Curtis, So. Johnson, Dorothy, Fr. Johnson, Jill, So. Johnson, Ryan, So. Johnston, Kenneth, Fr. Jones, Harmonia, Jr. Jones, Jennifer, So. Jones, Laurel, Fr. Jordan, Jeff, Fr. Joyner, Jerry, So. Kaczmarek, Donna, Jr. Joseph C. Hurst When Joe Hurst graduates from Memphis State, he will not only be receiving his bachelor of science in electrical engineering, but he will also be graduating as the top student in his class. Hurst attended Memphis State as a Cecil C. Humphrey ' s Presidential Scholar. In addition to Who ' s Who, Hurst has been involved as a member of Mortar Board, Tau Beta Pi, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia. He was also involved with MSU concert and marching bands, and was a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. In the future Hurst plans to attend graduate school while working in a research and development environment. Eventually he wants to return to higher education by teaching at the college level. Bill Thompson Joseph Hurst (Photo by Photo Services) 355 Faces Through Time 5 0 Undergraduates Kalb, John, So. Kamal, Zulfiqar, Fr. Kaufman, Melissa, So. Keenan, John, So. Keeton, Jane, Fr. Keeton, Laura, Jr. Keith, Michael, So. Kelley, Barry, So. Kelley, Lawrence, Jr. Kemp, Lisa, Jr. Kennemore, Carol, Fr. Kenston, Thomas, So. Kincaid, Rachel, Fr. Kleiser, Marshall, So. Knott, Kevin, Jr. Kolb, Anne, Jr. Kolb, Ellen, So. Komistek, Rick, Jr. Kuitems, Katrina, Jr. Kurrus, Theresa, Fr. Kustoff, David, So. Lam, Joaquin, Fr. Lam, Ricardo, Fr. Lamb, William, So. Lancaster, Thomas, Fr. Landwehr, Steven, So. Lashlee, Michael, Fr. Lassiter, Demise, Fr. Laster, Leann, Jr. Lawrence, Monica, Jr. Lawrence, Stephanie, So. Lazarini, Kevin, Jr. Lee, Richard, Fr. Lewis, Courtney, So. Lewis, Laurie, Fr. Lewis, Molly, Jr. Lewis, Paul, So. Liddy, John, So. Liles, John, Fr. Lindsey, April, So. Link, Kathryn, So. Livingston, James, So. Logan, Nancy, So. Lollar, Harry, So. Longfield, Jr., Robert, So. Lopez, Ann, Jr. Lopez, Paula, So. Love, Deborah, Fr. Lovett, Laura, Jr. Lowry, Leigh, So. Lubkowitz, Daphne, So. Lunsford, Susan, So. Luther, Jay, So. Madden, Marie, So. Malone, Terry, So. Mar cum, Gregory, Jr. ' 356 Portraits Who ' s Who Ingrid Lee Smithey Upon graduation Ingrid Smithey will receive a double BBA degree in accounting and marketing. As a Presidential Scholar, Smithey has been a member of the Student Ambassador Board, Omicron Delta Kappa, and Beta Alpha Psi. In addition, she was a member of the Residence Hall Association, STARS Scholarship Program, and the University Disciplinary Appeals Committee. She is presently an intern at Price Waterhouse accounting firm. Smithey plans to attend the University of Alabama for graduate school and work as a tax consultant with a major public accounting firm. Bill Thompson Valerie Carr Smith Graduating with a BBA in marketing with a concentration in advertising, Valerie Smith has been a member of the Dean ' s List, Omicron Delta Kappa, the Order of Omega, and was selected as an Outstanding Young Woman in America. As a member of Sigma Kappa social sorority, Smith served as treasurer, corresponding secretary, and vice president of membership selection. In addition, she has served as Rho Chi chairman and vice president of rush for the Women ' s Panhellenic Council. Smith was also vice president of records and finance for Bacchus, and she was a member of the Honors Student Association and the University Center Space Utilization Committee. In the future, Smith plans to attend graduate school with the ultimate goal of owning her own advertising agency. Bill Thompson Ingrid Smithey, Valerie Smith (Photo by Lesley Craig) Faces Through Time 357 0 Mary Louise Thompson When Mary Lou Thompson graduates, she will receive a BBA degree in marketing with a minor in Spanish. While at Memphis State she was involved with Pi Beta Phi social sorority where she served as intramurals chairman, ritual chairman and chaplain. She also was vice president of the Student Ambassador Board and was also chosen as the 1987 Ambassador of the Year. Thompson is also a member of the Order of Omega, Dean ' s List and the American Marketing Asso- ciation. Upon graduation, she hopes to work within the marketing department of an industrial firm establishing accounts with inter- national clientele. Bill Thompson Mary Lou Thompson (Photo by Daphne Lubkowitz) ■g cd 3 Marendt, Jr., Rick, Fr. Marks, Stephine, Jr. Martin, Becky, Jr. Martin, Marcia, Fr. Massengill, Kelley, Jr. Massey, Kerry, So. Matthews, Michael, So. Maxwell, Valeria, Jr. McBryde, Eric, Jr. McCaslin, David, Jr. McCord, Neva, Jr. McCormick, Christi, Fr. McCormick, Chris, So. McCormick, Sonja, So. McCullar, Ronda, Fr. McDill, Andrew, Jr. McDowell, Dave, So. McDowell, Kelli, So. McGee, Linda, Jr. McGinley, Thomas, Jr. McGrew, Elizabeth, Jr. McGuire, Shanna, Fr. McKee, Jimmy, So. McKenzie, Sharon, Jr. McLellan, Rena, So. Mefford, Michael, Jr. Merkle, Melinda, Jr. Meyer, Kathy, Fr. Midha, Hemesh, So. Miller, Colin, Fr. 358 Portraits All business and no play may work for some students, but Jessie Lee finds that a balance between school and extracurricular can . . . Make All the Difference A, .lthough she was born in New York, Jessie Lee was raised in Memphis and describes herself as a Southerner through and through. As for college, Jessie chose Memphis State and has never been sorry. Living on campus has made the difference with her. Jessie has also become involved in campus life, as well as community affairs. While at Memphis State, Jessie has been involved in Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority as altruism chairman and on the Student Ambassador Board as vice president of special events, vice president of develop- ment and vice president of student relations. In addition to holding three vice presidential offices, she received the President ' s Laurel Wreath Award from the Women ' s Panhellenic Council. Jessie also received the WPC highest pledge scholarship, the MSU leadership scholarship and one of the Jay Wayne Johnson Outstanding Student Awards. She is a member of Omicron Delta Kappa and the Baptist Student Union. Outside of school, Jessie enjoys jogging, biking and church activities. Her relationship with the Lord is what she considers the basis of her success. In fact, she will go overseas this summer to study Mandarin with Campus Crusade. Jessie also works part-time for her family-owned business. Her advice for a successful college career is besides class, take the time to meet people and get to know different people and realize there can be a balance between education and extracurricular activities. Bill Thompson Jessie Lee (Photo by Lesley Craig) Miller, Chris, Jr. Miller, Clinton, Jr. Miller, Gwendolyn, Fr. Miller, Karen, So. Miller, Troy, So. Milligan, Steven, So. Minch, Sean, So. Moo, Khee, Jr. Moody, Thomas, Jr. Mooney, Jim, Fr. Moore, Joseph, So. Montfort, Michelle, So. Morice, Matthew, Jr. Morris, Holly, Fr. Morris, Terry, Fr. Morton, Jefii So. Mueller, Kay, So. Mullens, Lesa, So. Murray, Jean, Fr. Musarra, Dominic, Fr. Mustin, Michelle, So. Faces Through Times 359 For some, graduation seems far out of reach, but for a student in Polly Fadgen ' s office, it is . . . Just an Appointment Away B Polly Fadgen (Photo by Bill Thompson) Myers, Debra, Jr. Naylor, Carla, So. Nelson, Casondra, Fr. Nelson, Jr., Johnny, Jr. Newcomb, Joe, Jr. Newman, Evanne, Jr. Nichols, Jr., Carl, Fr. Norman, Steve, Jr. Norris, Jeffrey, Jr. Norris, Tara, Fr. Nowell, Mark, Fr. Nowicki, Julie, So. Nunnery, John, Jr. O ' Bryan, Jr., Robert, Fr. efore a student can graduate from the Fogelman College of Business and Economics, he must receive the okay from one person. At Memphis State, her name is Polly Fadgen and she has the power to veto or endorse a student ' s right to graduate. For most students, an appointment with Polly Fadgen is an assured spot in the graduation march. Polly has been with Memphis State in some area since 1973. She started out working in the admissions office and continued with academic counseling and finally moved into her present position. Technically, she is a graduation adviser, but is commonly known as the graduation lady. Her job entails a variety of things. Every year she must meet with every student in the business school who is planning to graduate. She sees between 250 and 300 different students three times a year before each graduation. Her job is to certify that each student has completed the requirements for graduation from the university and within the specific major. Polly loves the students because they keep her young and she remembers faces. She works on deadlines for appointments and records. She also prepares a degree count for each of the business departments and certifies three classes a year. Polly says that the worst part of her job is when a student crys after he finds out he is not graduating. In fact, she keeps a box of Kleenex in her office for those occasions. On the other hand, she has seen tears of joy when a student finds out that graduation is indeed near. She is also responsible for sending out regret of certification letters to those students who failed to meet graduation requirements, even though they thought they had. Polly ' s best advice to freshmen is to read the bulletin and graduation require- ments. Originally from New England, Polly has spent most of her life in the South. She is married with five children, all of whom were born within six years, ranging from ages 21 to 26. Like her husband who also teaches at Memphis State, Polly enjoys working at the college level. She came to Memphis State when her husband came here to assist in the building of the physical education swimming pools. According to Fadgen, Young people are my cup of tea. I wouldn ' t have it any other way. Bill Thompson 360 Portraits Undergraduates Odom, Kim, Jr. Odom, Stacy, Fr. Oliver, Cassandra, Jr. Orsak, James, Jr. Osborn, Thomas, Jr. Ousley, Claire, Fr. Owen, Rebecca, Jr. Owen, Terri, Jr. Paoletti, Michael, Fr. Park, Stephanie, Fr. Parker, Neil, So. Parrish, Melanie, Jr. Parton, Lisa, Fr. Patrick, Carolyn, Jr. Peacock, Elizabeth, Jr. Pease, Camille, So. Peeples, Andre, Jr. Perkins, Allen, So. Pesce, Anna, Jr. Peters, ApriL Fr. Peterson, Kimberly, So. Petrus, Tori, Fr. Pettus, Jr., Richard, So. Pfoff, Charles, Fr. Phillips, Dee Dee, Fr. Pictor, Janet, Fr. Pierce, Kim, Fr. PUd, Cathy, Jr. Pilgrim, Catherine, So. Pittman, Chris, Fr. Piatt, David, Jr. Plunk, Carla, So. Pollan, Russell, Fr. Porter, Bryan, Jr. Price, Kayla, Jr. Price, Penny, Fr. Priddy, Melissa, Fr. Quesenberry, Christopher, Fr. Quesenberry, Melanie, Fr. Quillin, James, Fr. Quinn, John, Jr. Rabinovitz, Alison, Fr. 361 Faces Through Time Undergraduates Radford, Cathy, Fr. Randall, Jaimie, Fr. Rech, David, Fr. Reese, Allan, Jr. Reid, Demonie, So. Reinke, Karen, Jr. Reynolds, Lynn, Fr. Rhoads, Russell, Fr. Rhodes, James, Jr. Rhyne, Janice, Jr. Rich, Mark, Jr. Richards, Robert, So. Rickman, Chad, Jr. Ridenhour, Wayne, So. Rinehart, Jr., Jimmy, Fr. Ritter, Nichelle, Fr. Roach, David, Jr. Robbins, Melissa, Jr. Robinson, Billie, Fr. Roll, Vince, Fr. Ross, Kimberly, Fr. 362 ty Portraits Greg Vaughan (Photo by Bill Thompson) Rothweiler, Scott, Jr. Rowe, Jan, Fr. Ruby, Julia, Jr. Rushing, Kim, Jr. Ryan, Kelly, Jr. Sams, Julie, So. Sanders, Gina, Jr. Sardon, Letroy, Fr. Sasser, Ann, Fr. Saulsberry, Andrea, Jr. Schild, n, Karl, Fr. Schklar, Janet, Jr. Schroeder, Diana, Jr. Schuster, Myles, So. As president of the Student Ambassador Board, Greg Vaughan gets to rub elbows with university administration and alumni. But that ' s okay because it ' s all . . . Part of the Job Description w hen Greg Vaughan came to Memphis State, he came from a history of university tradition. His uncle and grandmother had both graduated from Memphis State in the class of 1958. Greg chose Memphis State because it was a big university, but to him, it seems smaller because he can get to know a lot of people, professors and administrators. He enjoys the city of Memphis with its opportunities. In addition, Memphis seems to back its Memphis State graduates. While at Memphis State, Greg began his career by becoming involved in various activities. He is a member of Kappa Alpha Order, the Order of Omega, Omicron Delta Kappa, Mortar Board, and the Student Ambassador Board. It is the latter that makes his college career unique. Greg is president of the Student Ambassador Board, which auto- matically requires a lot of duty. In his efforts as president, he deals with university alumni and represents the University at the Distinguished Alumni Awards Reception. He has the opportunity to meet the presidents and vice presidents of various companies and he meets incoming freshmen by providing honor days for them and current students. Greg also represents the Student Ambassador Board by speaking at different functions and by attending the National Student Ambassador Board convention. Since this is the 75th year for Memphis State, Greg is working on the University Homecoming ' 87 in the fall. The Board will attempt to reunite alumni and sell Memphis State memorabilia. Special attention will be given to the fraternity and sorority alumni to help increase attendance. He also worked on the recent reunion for the class of 1937. In his spare time, Greg enjoys water skiing and works in a Real Estate office part time in his home town of Bolivar, Tenn. As an accounting major with a minor in finance, Greg thanks his parents for being a key issue in his success through their love and support. His advice to incoming freshmen would be that if at first you don ' t like it, give it a year to make friends and meet people. Memphis has become my home away from home. Bill Thompson Faces Through Time 363 Undergraduates Scott, Ted, Fr. Seligh, Sandra, Fr. Shaw, Tim, Jr. Sharpe, Stacy, Fr. Shipley, ID, Darwin, So. Shirina, Renee, So. Shook, John, Jr. Short, Steve, Fr. Silvia, Thomas, Jr. Simmons, Holly, So. Skaarer, Katherine, Jr. Slack, Amy, Fr. Slate, Katherine, Jr. Slocum, Les, Jr. Smith, Brian, So. Smith, Bryan, Fr. Smith, Candace, Fr. Smith, Edward, Jr. Smith, Jacqueline C, So. Smith, Jacqueline M., Fr. Smith, Kevin, Fr. Smith, Missy, So. Smith, Ronnie, Fr. Smith, Stephen, So. Smith, Tom, Fr. Smith, Valerie, Fr. Smothers, Cindy, Fr. Springer, Christopher, So. Stanley, David, So. Starnes, Belinda, So. Starnes, Stephanie, Fr. Stevens, Sarah, So. Stiger, Pamela, Jr. Stockwell, Donna, So. Stokes, Essa, So. Stoneking, Kent, So. Strain, Angie, Jr. Strub, Sarah, So. Sulipeck, Joey, So. Taylor, Kimberly, Fr. Terry, Rachel, Fr. Thomas, Gregory, Jr. Thompson, David, Fr. Thompson, Greg, Jr. Thompson, Jonathan, Jr. Thompson, Mary Beth, So. Thompson, Troy, So. Thron, James, Jr. Tillery, Sheila, Fr. 364 Portraits From Tiger Paws and Fashion Board to Homecoming and Miss MSU, Ron Paulette is one president who is making a precedent by Giving It His 100% Si ' ince Ron Paulette is a native of Memphis, the words, Memphis State, were not new to his vocabulary. And when it became time to enter college there was no question of where to go. Majoring in management with a concentration in personnel admin- istration and industrial relations, Ron wants to own his own company, possibly a public relations firm, and become involved in sales manage- ment. The odds of his success are good if his college record is any indication. On campus, Ron has been president of the Student Activities Council, president of the SAC Fashion Board, president of Tiger Paws and the SAC Special Events comittee chairman where he was involved with Homecoming and the Miss MSU pageant. Ron takes pride in the fact that he has a rather unique lifestyle. He has j l if 1 4J L V jf m 1 ' r : ■■■ ■ E 1 ■ «.- ™ 1 .jfH fit ' VrT J Bk fr 2 s: 1 done a variety of things including dance, choreography, modeling, singing and directing. He has an eye for the different and the striking. He becomes wrapped up in what he does and he sees himself as a rather self-indulgent person in whatever he deals with. As president of SAC, he must be organized. Ron says that he enjoys organization and planning, especially starting a project and seeing it through from beginning to end. Although his activities may be different in nature, Ron enjoys all of them. With his rather optimistic attitude, he feels that everything is possible. In fact, Ron Paulette lives by his motto: Be good, or be good at it; do right, or do it right. With his past as a reference, Ron Paulette is certainly doing just that. Bill Thompson Tillman, David, Jr. Tonahill, Christy, Fr. Travis, Lori, Fr. Travis, Ross, Fr. Treadwell, Leesa, Fr. Trice, Mark, Fr. Trim, Terry, Fr. Trimm, Michelle, Fr. TuberviJle, Mitzi, Jr. Turner, Mike, So. Tull, Deborah, So. Ujcich, Matthew, So. Ron Paulette (Photo by Lesley Craig) .365 Faces Through Time Sally Colvin (Photo by Bill Thompson) Some students enjoy the social aspect of college. Others are here because of parental coaxing, but for returning student, Sally Colvin, education is Just the Ticket F or most students, the college experience begins at age 18 or 19 and is highlighted by parties, socials and dates. But for senior, Sally Colvin, the experience means much more than that. Born in Wisconsin and raised in British Columbia, Sally Colvin attended high school at a boarding school in Washington, near Seattle. Since her sister was in Ohio, she moved there, married and remained there for nine years before moving to Nashville, Tenn. Five years later, Sally and her husband moved to Memphis where she began classes at Memphis State majoring in accounting. Because she had received her Secretarial of Science Certificate, she bypassed many hours of course work. Since she was not of the average college age and had not been to school in a while, Sally was apprehensive at first about going back to college and fitting in with students. However, it was the students who made college an enjoyment. She found that there was a lot to learn from the younger students, which was a switch from working full-time. Anyone who has ever worked and gone to school knows that it is a difficult task. Sally found that working and attending classes prior to Memphis State helped her in the course load. Although she really likes studying, she wants to get back into the real world. Even though she graduated with a bachelor ' s degree in accounting in the spring, Sally wants to continue full-time with graduate school, because, according to her, it is hard to get anywhere if you are still in school. After school Sally ' s long-term goals involve getting a job with a CPA firm and becoming a partner in a major firm. Her advice to freshmen is to have fun, but remember what they are there for. A good education is the ticket. Sally is presently the president of Beta Alpha Psi, the professional accounting fraternity. Bill Thompson 366 Upton, David, Jr. VanWinkle, Michael, Fr. Vaughan, Gregory, Jr. Vaughn, Sheila, Fr. Velander, Douglas, Fr. Virgin, Cynthia, Jr. Voldeng, Kurt, So. Von Axelson, William, Fr. Voss, Stephen, Fr. Wade, Andy, Fr. Wainwright, Carolyn, Jr. Walker, Mattie, Fr. Portraits Undergraduates Wall, Jeannie, Fr. Wallin, James, So. Walls, Steven, Fr. Walter, Dana, Fr. Walton, Kim, Jr. Ware, Julie, Fr. Weaver, Carol, So. Weeks, Vikki, Fr. Wells, Beverly, Fr. Werne, Paige, Jr. Werne, Tiffany, So. Werner, Mary Beth, Jr. Westbrook, Trina, So. Whale n, Lisa, Fr. Whaley, Lisa, Fr. Whitaker, Toni, So. White, Courtenay, Jr. White, Peter, Jr. White, Susan, Fr. Whiting, John, Jr. Wiegert, Michael, So. Wiggins, Michael, So. Wilhelm, Karen, So. Wilkerson, Esther, Fr. Wilkes, Debbie, Jr. Wilkes, John, Jr. Willett, Kathy, So. Williams, Alexis, So. Williams, Kelli, Fr. Williams, Lee, So. Williams, Letitia, Jr. Williams, Lynn, Jr. Williams, Natalie, Jr. Williams, Ranthy, Jr. Williams, Stephanie, So. Williamson, Sarah, So. Willoughby, Paul, Fr. Wills, David, Fr. Wilson, Denise, Fr. Wilson, Terri, Fr. Winders, Leigh, Jr. Wofford, Jennifer, So. Wofford, Rebekah, Fr. Woodward, Michael, Fr. Worsham, HI, Robert, Jr. Wright, Lisa, Fr. Yates, Angela, Fr. Young, Matthew, Fr. Youngner, Gregory, Jr. 367 Faces Through Time forthe Sutalitr... THE MED ■ REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER AT MEMPHIS but hip it for ' the ' price. from $400 VANCE BOYD Son e§ FINE JEWELERS J Hotel Peabody Main Lobby ( Aj ) Park Place Mall • Memphis. TN 450 BED ACUTE CARE HOSPITAL ELVIS PRESLEY TRAUMA CENTER REGIONAL NEWBORN CENTER HIGH RISK O.B. 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Hotchkiss President (901) 454-1 141 3271 Chelsea Avenue Memphis. TN 38108 726-5657 369 It ' s About Time - ELLSWORTH MONTESSORI SCHOOLS, INC. MEMPHIS - TN MONTESSORI LICENSED DAY CARE CENTER GRADES 1 TO 6 575 ELLSWORTH 327-8400 2 to 5 YEARS 1642 Poplar 725-0032 COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL QUARiES Fill PI0TECTI01. IIC. STAN QUARLES 901-774-7710 744 WRIGHT STREET POST OFFICE BOX 901 106 MEMPHIS, TN 38109-1106 photographers, inc. WM W CARRIER III President 3111 Stonebrook Circle Memphis, TN 38116 Congratulations MSU on your 75th Anniversary Mr. Mrs. Solon G. Freeman, Sr. 901 362-7288 ROBERT E. CARTER Donnelly Mctals.lnc. 4646 POPLAR AVE . SUITE 543 + MEMPHIS. TN 36 117 (Tladter graphic TYPESETTING • ART DESIGN • PRINTING 5166 EAST RAINES ROAD • MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE 38118 Nothing Runs Like A DEERE CLOVER POWER EQUIPMENT 4581 Jackson Ave • Memphis, TN 38128 901-377-1099 EQUITEC Properties Company Clark Tower 5100 Poplar Ave., Suite 711 Memphis, Tennessee 38137 (901) 682-9260 Harold P. 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Just two miles from the airport, one mile from Ehis Presley ' s Graceland, and eight miles from the downtown business district and riverfront area attractions, this hotel has been expanded to include more guest rooms, a sauna and whirlpool adjoining an indoor pool. Brooks Court is an atrium restaurant featuring a traditional menu and sump- tuous buffets. Brooksies Lounge offers music for dancing and complimentary hors d ' oeuvres. 901 398-9211. Holiday Inn-Overton Square Area - 1837 Union Avenue at McLean ( 38104 ). Convenient to entertainment and shopping in Overton Square, the zoo, Libertyland, Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium, Mid-South Coliseum, the medical center, downtown business district, Mud Island and Beale Street. Ovenon ' s Restaurant features steaks and seafxxxi and Mirages is a relaxing lounge off the lobby. 901 278-4100. Holiday Inn-Sycamore View - 6101 Shelby Oaks Drive (38134 ). Adjacent to Wimbleton Tennis Club and only five miles from the Federal Express St. Jude Classic. Our atrium features indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool and sundeck. Traditional menu at The Garden Room Restaurant and Sycamore ' s Lounge provides music for dancing. Holiday Inn-Memphis East - 5795 Poplar ( 38119 ). A popular gathering place in the sophisticated East Memphis business and residential area. Special amenities include indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool and exercise room. Banquet and meeting facilities to accommodate 340 people. Mockingbirds Restaurant, in a garden setting, offers sumptuous lunch and dinner selections. The Iris Room is an intimate restau- rant offering an imaginative menu of trendy American cuisine. Zeiggy ' s Lounge is a popular watering hole with the local crowd as well as our hotel guests. Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza® - Memphis Convention Center— 250 North Main Street ( 38103 ). Overlooking tine Mississippi River, this hotel adjoins the Convention Center and is convenient to a variety of shops, parks, and entertainment in the popular riverfront area. Breakfast and All-Day Dinner are served in The Bistro, and Chervil ' s provides a more intimate setting for gourmet dinners. The Lobby Lounge is the perfect before-and-after gathering place for meeting friends and relaxing. The indoor pool, whirlpool and sauna have an adjoining exercise room and outdoor sundeck. For reservations, call any one of the five hotels directly, or 1-800 -HOLIDAY If you ' re a winner, we ' re on your way! 371 It ' s About Time P J% Congratulations on your 75th Anniversary State Technical Institute at Memphis aft- An equal opportunity college - K RAY F. SHARP, JR. PRESIDENT Kail T Ska p Jjutwe i vo mpani| CUSTOM KILN DRYING AND MILLWORK PHONE 525-5781 497 PLUM AVE ■ M E M P H I S 7, T E N N . Dsr Environmental and Safety Designs, Inc. GOOD LUCK, MSVJ P. O. BOX 341315 • MEMPHIS, TN 38184 • (901) 372-7962 HUY A LOT IN mWQCL SINCE 1852- emet ' eru u RESERVE YOUR PLACE IN HISTORY 824 SOUTH DUDLEY STREET MEMPHIS. TENNESSEE 38104 774-3212 John Friedman Branch Manager Westmghouse Electric Supply Company 2606 Summer Avenue Memphis Tennessee 38112 458 7591 WATTS 1 800 532.9028 W E S C SUPPLYING HOTELS - RESTAURANTS - INSTITUTIONS AND GROCERS A COMPLETE LINE OF MEAT PRODUCTS INCLUDING PORTION CONTROL MEATS Metro Foods, Inc. THOMAS J MATTINGLY PRESIDENT (901 ) 365-6420 3657 OLD GETWELL RD MEMPHIS. TENN 381 18 INDUSTRIAL PIPING - PIPE FABRICATION P. Gas Systems - Process Piping - Power Plant Piping REFRIGERATION - HTO. S. AIR COND. W. W. GARY Mechanical Contractors, Inc. 503 NORTH HOLLYWOOD - P.O. BOX 12461 MEMPHIS, TN. 38112 M PHONE 527-1441 W.W. (BILL) GARY PRESIDENT 001) 324-3641 RES. 357-1734 Mutual, Collection Co., inc. COLLECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS JAMES B. MARKHAM PRESIDENT SUITE 2700 100 N MAIN BLDG MEMPHIS TENN 38103 SERVICE AIRPORT AUTO PARTS, INC. 3411 Winchester Rd. Memphis, TN 38118 362-7743 Hydraulic Hose Mixed Paint Machine Shop SALES DALE JONES Office: 901 744-2200 Home: 372-3563 1660 Getwell Rd. Memphis, TN 38111 Join the Pampered People at the IMILY v Call-In Orders Welcome • 767-0206 Hot Lunches and Dinners Served 7 Days a Week 4838 Summer Avenue Breakfast Served Anytime Haircuts- Facial- Manicures Shoe Shines 922-8622 Airport Barber Shop Memphis Int ' l Airport Memphis, TN .372 Advertisements Steak N Egg Kitchen Open 24 Hours A Day 509 Highland Street 452-9473 l omrotm lass of Nations 1987 PROMPT PROFESSIONAL SERVICE MEDIC AMBULANCE SERVICE, INC. 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE 6 LOCATIONS 1950 MADISON MEMPHIS, TN 38104 (901) 274-3183 ( VIA J W A OYLER Distributing Co. V l J 2636 Summer Avenue  r v Memphis, Tennessee 381 1 2 WEISS AUTO PARTS CO., INC. 1414 FLORIDA STREET P. O. Box 1938 Memphis, Tenn. 38101 DAVID A. RAINEY i Rainey Commodities, Inc. SUITE 1 901-767-0010 5160 SANDERLIN AVENUE TELEX 750038 MEMPHIS. TENNESSEE 38117-4353 ANSWERBACK RAINEY COMM UD EAGLE SALES B0LTS NUTS WASHERS 458-6133 SCREWS SOCKETS Fasteners All Types Materials Contractors Supplies All Thread Rod - Anchor Bolts Anchors Studs Self Drilling Screws Pipe Fittings - PVC Mall. Retaining Rings - Bearings Cotter Pins - Gold Pins All Types Of Sockets Assortment Kits All Types 1408 Farmville Rd — 458-6133 CONGRATULATIONS FROM THE MEMPHIS POLICE ASSOCIATION 638 Jefferson 523-7075 Ray Maples Mike Fuller Ralph Dill President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer 11 BUS: (901) 332-4942 neptune WATER METER DISTRIBUTOR JOE W. DEMING Meter Service and Supply Company Electrical and Waterworks Supplies 598 E Brooks Road P O. Box 16453 Memphis Tenn 38116 It ' s About Time 373 nYMAW SUPPLY, Inc. j 1129 Florida Street Memphis, Tenn. 38106 901 -9484555 Licensed Bonded Insured LTA AUCTION REAL ESTATE CO, INC. JASPER JONES, President EXECUTIVE OFFICES: 901-382-5731 2850 Austin Peay - Suite 100 - Memphis, Tennessee 38128 Mobile: 526-6257 Home 386-9261 When Good Is Not Enough FLAIR BEAUTY SUPPLY, INC. 976 E. Brooks Road Memphis, TN 38116 (901) 396-4404 Hours: Monday thru Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sunday After Church 1 :00 to 5:30 p.m. Clippers Equipment Repaired We Sell All Major Brands Visd Maitercard American Express Dbcovei 3900 WILLOW LAKE BLVD MEMPHIS, TN 38118 901-362-8600 NANCY ' S FABRICS DRAPERIES CUSTOM MADE DRAPERIES, CARPETS AND SPREADS CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE Mini Blinds Wallpaper 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE WORK GUARANTEED 748 N. WHITE STATION 682-2942 682-5409 JUSTIN LYONS ' empkis BRAKE SERVICE 600 Hernando Street MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE 38101 I OUT OF STATE 1-800-621-3278 TENN 1-800-654-0341 TENNESSEE CARBON STAINLESS, INC. KUHRON HUDDLESTON PRESIDENT MEMPHIS FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION LOCAL NO. 1784 JIM LACY 362-5834 3665 AIR PARK MEMPHIS, TN 38118 TELEPHONE 901 795-6191 3950 LAMAR AVE. MEMPHIS, TN 381 19 E 2 ranklin Engineering Co., Inc. Your Key To Hydraulics Pneumatics %y 3844 Watman Memphis, TN 38118 MEMPHIS N. LITTLE ROCK 901-362-7504 501-771-4170 1 -800-238-7500 1 -800-272-5665 Office Systems and Equipment, Inc. 2035 Union Avenue Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 276-6384 Office Systems □ Automated retrieval units □ Color coded filing systems □ Filing folders and guides □ Visible r ecord systems □ Insulated record housing □ Shelf filing and lateral files Business Interiors □ Office furniture □ Accessories □ Draperies □ Carpet □ Partition systems □ Landscape systems □ Design services ™ Southern Co. inc 300 EAST GEORGIA P.O. BOX 2059 • MEMPHIS, TENN. 38101 SJATEUNE LUMBER COMPANY Boards Planks of Enduring Quality - 970 STATEUNE ROAD SeOTMAVEN JdS 3867 T BOB WHITTEN, Manager 393-5550 374: Advertisements FRESH BAKED SAVINGS! Oh, so good! At Perkins Family Restaurant and Bakery you ' ll find luscious pies, flaky croissants, muffins, breads, pastries, cookies and more. Hot out of the oven. At prices that won ' t leave you cold. Open 24 hours 3455 Poplar at Highland 1571 Sycamore View near 1-40 1 198 Perkins Restaurants Operating Company L t Ueihns Family Restaurant Fred Paschall TEXACO J. H Horn WILKINSON PETROL SERVICE INC. LUBRICANTS BULK PACKAGES MOTOR FUELS GASOLINE DIESEL 7236 MEMPHIS - ARLINGTON RD. BARTLETT, TN 38134 901-948-0540 386-2210 Equitable Agri-Business, Inc. 2650 Thousand Oaks, Suite 2140 Memphis, Tennessee, 38118 901-366-7844 Robert H. Humpherys Regional Vice President Geographically distributed and diversified Diversified Agricultural Financial Services and Investment Advisor to Agriculture and the Agricultural Community Congratulations to the staff, faculty and students of Memphis State University on their continued efforts toward excellence in higher education. HYDE INSURANCE AGENCY Dedicated to quality insurance products and services for the Mid-South business and family and to the development of the talent of our youth for Mid-South careers. HYDE INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. 3030 POPLA R AVENUE MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE 38111 Compliments of MEYER © ELLIS DISTRIBUTORS OF FRESH MEATS, POULTRY, EGGS - Where One Call Can Do It All - Al.AN HOKANSON ( ' till) 525-5337 497 N, Front Memphis, Tennessee 38105 SERVING MEMPHIS SINCE 1926 THIRD GENERATION WALKER FIRE PROTECTION SERVICE SAFETY FIRST AUTOMATIC RESTAURANT SYSTEMS SALES •SERVICE COMPLETE LINE OF NEW FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT BONDED •INSURED CERTIFICATE UPON REQUEST HYDROSTATIC TESTING C02 NITROGEN RECHARGE NIGHTS HOLIDAYS M2-MS1 RECHARGING ON THE SPOT WITH OUR MOBILE UNIT SALES SERVICE RENTALS Travel -Rite RECREATIONAL VEHICLES 4050 N Thomas (Hwy. 51 N. at Watkins) Memphis, Tenn. 381 27 525-0808 939 JACKSON AV 901 358-2382 It ' s About Time 375 Congratulations to Memphis State on their 75th Anniversary Compliments of J CONTR HNSON LS Systems Services Division 2065 Nonconnah Boulevard Memphis, TN 38132 Tei. 901 345 1981 Class of 1987 .J j o. 0%u nAejo, .$ ru . csaul Atc yteriiues 901 J79M -19AM 359? CtfnujAt S rvo d f uit ZIZ 4iem uu , Jeruv. 38118 Congratulations Memphis State on your 75th Anniversary Seltmann, Cobb, Bryant, Inc. Management Consultants 1365 W. Brierbrook Road Memphis, Tennessee 38138 901-754-6577 Congra tula dons on 75 Great Years! SETTLES CLAYTON lURANCE COMPANY 5050 POPLAR, SUITE 1400 MEMPHIS, TN ANDREW SETTLES CLASS OF ' 49 LARRY CLAYTON CLASS OF 65 m SALES • SERVICE • LEASING • PARTS • USED CARS Compliments When Quality Counts of • Full Service Printing I I A I Iff TYUI Lith °S ra P h V U MlLil (JM • Thermography flfMTl tf • Tvnesettino OPEN EVENINGS 458-5000 i X 1 ' -s MfflTIJT Typesetting Art Service 372-1565 2200 LAMAR AV AT PARKWAY 6757 Stage Road • Bartlett, Tennessee 38134 376 Advertisements tunc 1740 PRESCOTT RD. S. (I-240 LAMAR) EQUIPMENT CO., INC. 743-1804 COMPLIMENTS OF Memphis Optical 579 South Perkins Rd. Memphis, TN 38117 (901) 683-8226 Class of 1987 b mH H s Commercial Industrial Installation Repairs 2321 Byrn Road Phone 332-2013 We Specialize in deeming Oriental Rugs and Wall to Wall Carpet HUGH ATCHETT CARPET SERVICE 136 CUMBERLAND ST • PO BOX 12481 • MEMPHIS. TN 381 12 PH (901) 458-7060 Telephone 901 685-2026 MEMPHIS HOME IMPROVEMENT comparing. G W DIESEL SERVICE INC. (residential commercial 4515 Poplar Avenue Suite 409 Memphis, TN 38117 TWIN(DISC © Detroit Diesel Allison Onon PHONE 901-948-1625 892 KANSAS STREET MEMPHIS. TENN 38106 ADCOX 2315 Byrn Road Memphis, Tennessee 38116 LH OFFICE: 901 682-7667 RES: 901 767-3822 James M. Adcox President Dattei Realty Company SAMUEL DATTEL Adcox Corporation 901-332-6632 505 S PERKINS P. O. BOX 240007 MEMPHIS, TN 38124 REALTORS DEVELOPERS MORTGAGE LOANS It ' s About Time 377 2 Free Weeks Off Membership •33 Yr. Operation Nationwide •15 Yr. Operation Memphis • Over 100 Weekly Aerobic Classes • Over 80 Fitness Teachers World ' s Finest Equipment Loehmann ' s Park Place 767-7714 American Way lAcrossirom Man i Mem P h, S ) 365-4180 Raleigh-Millington at Yale 382-2960 40?5 Summer Ave 1 323-5591 tk J J If Cleveland Monroe 276-2585 (Jbng tulations s o Advertising fo this yearbook was ptofessionauy marketed by Collegiate Concepts, Unc, Atlanta, hdeoXgia. We comially invite inquiries pom faculty aavisoXs, eaitoXs ana publishers XepXesentati XegaXding a similar project fox youX institution- Call us collect at (404) g 8=i700. uves 378 Advertisements b a Aaron, Brian 347 Abraham, Mathew 226 Abram, Barbara 325 Academics 84-121 Academics History 84-87 Ackerman, Hugh Acuff, Jeff 157 Adame, Sara 232, 347 Adames, Ellis 41 Adams, Nicolas 263 Adams, Sandy 116 Adcox, 376 Adkins, Carl 325 Adkins, Sidney 144, 146 Advertisements 370-378 Aiken, McKenzie 298, 347 Air Force ROTC 218 Airport Auto Parts, Inc, 372 Airport Barber Shop, 372 Ajanaku, Femi 237 Ajanaku, Weyni 347 Albin, Kathy 93 Alesxander, J. Alex 116 Alexander, Marvin 146, 147 Algee, Laurie 310, 347 All Students ' Club Council 214 Allen, Charlene 226, 324 Allen, Elizabeth 347 Allen, James 226, 325, 348 Allen, Kelly 325, 346 Allen, Stephanie M. 234 Allen, Yolanda 347 Alpan, Cynthia 55 Alpha Chi Omega 250-253 Alpha Delta Pi 238, 254-255 Alpha Gamma Delta 256-259 Alpha Kappa Alpha 260-261 Alpha Phi Alpha 262-263 Alpha Tau Omega 264-265 Amagliani, John 229 American Marketing Association 218 Amminger, Peter 230 Ananaba, Okebugwu 222 Anderson, Julie 166,167,175,234 Anderson, Melanie 347 Anderson, Scott 347 Anderson, Suzanne 347 Anderson, Tim 41 Anderson, William 324 Anderton, Robin 252, 347 Andrews, Steve 226 Angel Flight 218 Aperture 231 API Photographers, Inc, 370 Applewhite, Marriott 260, 325 Aquilina, Dean 302, 325 Arabesque Club 214 Archer, Priscilla 347 Archer, Ray 157 Archey, Kevin 283, 347 Argo, Blair 272, 273, 347 Anck, Todd 283, 347 Arkin, Sharon 347 Armstrong, Kathryn 226, 325 Armstrong, Natassah 285 Armstrong, Virginia 252, 347 Arnett, Michael 347 Arnold Air Society 221 Arnold, Anthony 23 Arnold, Phyllis 325 Arnold, William 235 Art History Association 221 Art Musuem 118-119 Arts Club 214 As Time Goes By 42-43 Ashcraft, Stefanie 62, 325 Asher, Jesse 116 ABhner, Nick 302, 347 Askew, Vincent 1 46, 1 47, 1 49, 1 86 Auditorium 88-89 Aur, Paulo 194 Austeen, Kat, 74 Austill, Tim 305, 347 Austin, Christopher 347 Averett, Jackie 325 Awbrey, Sarah 298, 325 AyerdiB, Guillermo 347 Ayres, Gelene 24 Bacchus 221 Back, Ronald 226 Backus, Cara 347 Bagley,Jeb283,347 Baier, Julie 224 Bailey, Charlie 1 31 , 235, 391 Bailey, Dewaynel46 Bailey, Donald 222 Bailey, Jay 294 Baird, Barbara 325 Baker, Carolyn 252, 347 Baker, Julie Rey 232, 233 Baker, Paige 353 Bakke, Paul 157 Baldwin, Dwayne 325 Ball, Timothy Jr. 226 Ballard, Ephie 347 Band, Marcia 234, 235 Baptist Club 214 Barber, Gina 299 BardoB, Bdiko 233 Bardos, Istvan A. 234 Barker, Angie 170, 171 Barnes, Lynda 326 Barnes, Tim 40 Barnett, William 326 Baroff, Kenneth 286, 287, 326, 330 Bartlett, Roberta 226 Barton, Denise 106 Barton, Edward 342 Baseball 152-157 Basore, Kelly 347 Bauer, Michael 347 Baugus, Michael 302, 347 Baxter, Daniel 283, 347 Beall, Carole 347 Bean, James 347 Bean, Susan 258 Beard, Jeff 326 Bearden, Jack 276, 347 Beasley, Kris 57, 60 Beasley, LouiB 294, 295, 347 Beckford, Rosetta 225, 326 Beckman, Julianne 229 Beckman, Pamela 225 Beibers, West 223 Bell, Becky 347 Bell, Joey 168, 169 Bell, Kimberley 347 Bell, Sherrykwangl66 Bellerjeau, Cheryl 74 Beniton, Troy 76, 77 Bennett, Julie 252, 347 Benson, Phillip 237 Benton, Herb 326 Berkenstock, Rebecca 298, 347 Bermel, Peter 1 92, 1 94, 1 95 Berrie, Barbara 273, 326 Berry, Barbara 246 Berry, Brad 218, 221 Betts, William 333 Bevelock, Toni 1 86, 187, 188 Bickers, James 302, 347 Biesiot, Susan 221 Biffle, Vincent 294 Big Daddy ' s Bowling 369 Big M Transportation, Inc 370 Binford, William 233 Bingham, Dr. Rosie 96,97, 225 Bishop, Sharon 273, 347 Black Scholars Unlimited 225 Black Student Association 215, 219, 225, 231 Black, Maura 78, 246 Blackburn, Marilyn 326 Blackwell, Don 283, 347 Blade, Cheryl 347 Blair, Carol 347 Blair, Jennifer 308, 310, 326 Blair, Matt 230 Blake, Phillip 175 Blalock, Valli 326 Blanchard, John 93 Blankenship, Emily 273, 347 Blankenship, Lorri 296 Blankenship, Robert 276, 347 Blankenship, Tony 347 Blasingame, Cathy 180, 181, 347 Bledsoe, Lauren 237, 326 Bledsoe, Tina 246, 276, 298, 347 Bleiberg, Dr. Edward 119 Blockman, Nina 326 Blumenthal, Amy 388 Boaz, Carey 283, 347 Boch, Karinll6 Bode, Jason 250 Boggs, Scott 157 Bohannon, Phillip 233, 264, 347 Boiling, Chester 326 Bolton, Beverly 298, 347 Bond, Susie 104 Borckey , Dennis 1 30, 1 35 Borcky,Timl43 Bouni, Nick 161 Bowden, Jeff 326 Bowers, Bradley 301 , 326, 345 Bowlan, Mark 153, 154, 155, 157 Boyd, Dwight 145, 146, 147 Braddock, Dennis 247 Bradley, Marsha 326 Bradley, Stacey 326 Bradshaw, Felicia 347 Branch, Marlon 326 Brandon, David 130, 132, 133 Branner, Tom 131 Brasher, Staci 183 Bratchor, Ray 326 Braving the Elements 80-81 Bray, Leigh Anne 347 Breedlove, Jon 347 Breslau, Jeff 194 Brewer, Keith 264, 326 BrewBter, Becky 163 Bridges, Suzanne 347 Bridges, Tony 194 Bright, Rodney 152, 154, 156, 1 57 Briley, Keith 302, 348 Bring Down the Color Wall at MSU 68-71 Brocato, Vincent 348 Brock, Scott 235 Brogan, Sarah 254, 327 Bronson, Stan 1 57 Brooks, Cynthia 1 70, 1 71 Brooks, Laura 348 Brooks, Toyna 166, 167 Broom, Joyce 260, 327 Brown, Beth 1 36, 1 39, 1 41 Brown, Don 263 Brown, Gail 263 Brown, Jennifer 266, 234 Brown, Karen 327 Brown, Martha 110 Brown, Patricia 298, 327 Brown, Paul 348 Brown, Pete 180, 181 Brown, Reginald 264, 327 Brown, Thomas 302, 348 Brown, Todd 348 Browning, Jr., Larry 348 Broy, Greg 348 Bruce, Kevin E. 225 Brundick, Ed 221 Brunette, Greg 225 Bryan, Chyrel 310, 327 Bryant, Chip 221 , 286, 348 Bryant, Karen 167 Bryant, Lindsey 222, 327 Bryant, Patrick 264, 266, 348 Bryant, Wesley 261 Bryeans, Maude 324 Buckner, Bonnie 286 Buford, Tommy 160, 161 Bumpus, James 348 Bunnell, Jon 276,327 Bunnell, Julie 276 Burgess, Timothy 327 Burke, Janet 181, 188 Burks, Jamie 327, 339 Burose, Micheal 234 Burr, Bubba 154, 157 Burress, Felicia 260, 348 BurreBS, Jeff 283, 327 Bursey, Willie 327 Burson, Carol 328 Burton, Charles 286, 348 Burton, Cynthia 273, 328 Bush, Brian 283, 348 Butcher, James 116, 328 Butler, Lee 235 Butler, Robert 348 Butts, Dawn, 328 Byer, Dan 286, 348 Byington, Robert 230,328 Byrd, Austin 302 Byrd, David 157 Byrd, Jeff 305 Seymour A. Mynders 1912-1913 Index 379 John Willard Brister 1913-1918 1924-1939 c Cahn, Martin 328 Cain, Glenn 276, 348 Calbert, Ruthie 31 0, 348 Caldwell Players 213 Caldwell, Ellen 40 Calix, Cesar 225 Callaway, Chanda 348 Calvery, Tom 286, 348 Camburn, Lisa 348 Campbell, Angela 273, 348 Campbell, Ron 218, 221 Campbell, Sydney 348 Campus Crusade for Christ 225 Campus Democrats 218, 219 Campus Hangouts 26-29 Cannon, Laura 348 Cantler, Eddie 190, 191 Cantu, Gloria 276 Carayiannis, Michael 276, 349 Carayiannis, Stephanie 349 Cardosi, Gina 246, 298, 349 Carnes, Kim Ray 276, 349 Carney, Joseph 349 Carpentar, Bevin 1 91 , 295, 328 Carpenter, Beth 222, 349 Carpenter, Thomas 37, 57, 60, 78, 98, 103, 11 2, 1 13, 231 Carroll, Myra 310,349 Carter, Cathy 349 Carter, Shawn 234, 349 Carver, Laura 349 Cash, Brenda 166, 167 Cash, Kellye 56,57,61,113 Cassell, Mitchell 328 Catron, Darrell 349 Caviness, Joe 261 , 349 Cement, Tina 349 Cervetti, Mark 328 Chalmers, Diana 225 Chambers, Colis 225 Chandler, Camille 76, 77, 349 Chandler, George 324 Chang, Chew 328 Changes in General Ed. 102-103 ChangingFaces 66-67 Chapius, Daniel 218 Chapman, DeniBe 349 Chatman, Deidre 349 Chee, C hong 203 Cheerleader Reunion 206-207 Cheerleaders 158-159 Chen, Carvin 328 Chenault, Robert 328 Cherry, Roger 328 Cherry, Veronica 349 Chi, Chong218 Childress, Tammy 183 Chiou, Tet 328 Chou, Wye 328 Christmas, Sherry Chumney, Gail 349 Chumney, JameB 226 Chung, Cheng 328 Circle Cafe 369 Clark, Alicia 349 Clark, JefT 305, 349 Clark, Raymond 349 Clear, Karen 21 8, 329 Cleek, Stephanie 349 Clements, James 276, 349 Cline, Patricia 329 Closing 388-395 Clover I wer Equipment 370 Coakley,LeBlie329 Cobb, Thomas 283, 349 Coca-Cola Dr Pepper Bottling Company of Memphis 368 Cochran, William 225, 264, 349 Coker, Amanda 350 Cole, Bruce B. 222 Cole, Frederick B. 218 Cole, Kenneth 329 Coleman, Dawn 276, 298, 350 Coleman, Zorina 350 College Survival Kit 120-121 Collins, Dianne 260, 329 Collins, Jackie 222, 329 Collins, Jacqueline 329 Collins, Mai Estelle 40 Colvin, Sally 366 Cornelia, Josie 252, 350 Community Club 213 Conaway,Patl80,181 Concerts 4-4-45 Conners, Shawn 350 Conway, Randy 329 Conwill, Michael 40 Cook, Andy 1 57 Cook, Jim 168, 169 Cook, Karen 222, 329 Cook, Maria 183 Cook, Phyllis 329 Cook, Tim 191 Cooke, John 194 Cooling, Kim 1 81 , 186, 1 88, 329 Coolsey, James A. 218 Cooper, Deborah 329 Cooper, Kimberly 329 Cooper, Leon 234, 286, 350 Corder, Denise 350 Cornell, Julie 273, 350 Cost of School 94-95 Courtney, Scott 229 Courtship 46-47 Covington, Rusty 1 57 Cox, Carol 303, 309, 31 0, 350 Cox, Jennifer 21 8 Cox, Julie 350 Coyle, Glenn 329 Cozart, Carta 329 Cozart, Joseph 329 Crabtree, Mary 310, 350 Craven, Mary Virginia 325 Crawford, Caroline 237, 350 Crawford, George 330 Crawford, Glenn 305, 350 Crawford, Mac A. 218 Crawford, Tonia 310, 350 Creagh, Kelly 225 Creed, Kenny 330 Crenshaw, Mark 330 CrenBhaw, Thomas 350 Crespi, Ken 180, 181 Criminal Justice Organization 222 Crocker, James 350 Crockett, Jr., Martin 230, 330 Crone, Alan 234, 330 Cross Country 174-175 Crouse, Maurice A. 226 Crowder, Paula 351 Cub Club 214 Culley, Kandy 232, 233 Cummings, Tammy 351 Cummings, Victoria 351 Cunningham, Kelly 310, 351 Currus, Theresa 310 Curtis, JoAnn 330 Cychowslri, Matthew 230 d Daley, Virginia 351 Dalton, Cindy 351 Dame, Joanna 252 Darnell, Benny 229 Darr, Amy 229,234,267,330 I feud Realty Company 376 Daugherty, Kimberly 351 Daughtry, Calvin 294, 295, 330 Davis, Alan M. 218,221 Davis, Angela 234 Davis, Brian 276, 351 Davis, Cliff 276, 330 Davis, Diane 230 Davis, Glen 233 Davis, Gregory 330 Davis, Jerrell 351 Davis, John 116 Davis, Randall 264, 331 Davis, Rick 232, 233 Davis, Shirley 310,331 DaviB, Terry 294, 295, 351 DaviB, Thomas 351 DaviB-Pierce, Mary Jane 351 DaviBon, Todd 351 Dean, Andre 218 DeBerry, Jr., James 331 Del oach, Kelly 331 DeLozier, Danielle 331 Ddta Auction Real Estate Co, Inc. 374 Ddta Gamma 266-269 Ddta Kappa 214 Ddta Sigma Pi 222 Ddta Sigma Theta 270-271 Delta Zeta 272-273 Denaburg, Scott 276, 351 Dennison, Merry 230, 337 Denton, Deborah 331 Denton, Margarte 351 Denu, Paul 197, 198 Depperschmidt, Joan 298, 331 DePriest, Drew 221 , 275, 276, 351 Derrick, Thomas 283, 331 DcSoto 215, 231, 396-399 Dettbam, Vivian 41 Devault, Damn 331 Dever, Eri n 351 DeWitt, Jo 237 Dickens, Carolyn 229, 351 Dickey, Billie 273 Dill, Scott 135 Dillard, Wanda 1 36, 1 38, 1 39, 1 41 Dirksen, Clare 1 76, 1 77, 1 78, 1 79 Dixon, Phillip 218 Dixon, Scott 40 Dobbins, John 218 Dodd, Helen 225 Dodd, Jessica 77 Dodd, Theodore 331 Dodds, Phyllis 331 Donnelly Metals, 1 nc, 370 Doolin, Heather 205, 351 Doss, Michael 229, 351 Dotson, James 331 Dotson, Veronica 229 Douglas, Rodney 1 46, 1 51 Dowling, David 283, 351 Doyle, Kathryn 254, 331 Drake, Carol 237 Drake, Shawn 273, 351 Draper, Thelma 93 Drewry, Steven 225 Driver, Bob 233 Droke, Mark 351 Dubose, Reggie 1 32 Duck, Kelly 331 Dugger, Johnna 331 Dunaway , Bob 1 91 Duncan, Christine 246, 252, 331 Duncan, Lori 351 Dungeons and Dragons 74-75 Dunlap, ChriBtopher T. 218 Dunlap, Kathryn 351 Dupont, II, George 305, 351 Durden, Jefferson 331 Durham, Jennifer 351 Dye, Charles 234, 286, 351 Dyke, Tami 298, 351 Dykes, Samantha 158,159 e Eagle Sales 373 Early, Benita 262 Early, Beth 237, 351 Early, Debra 262 Eberhardt, Chad 283, 351 Eblen, Billie 331 Echie, Kenneth 331 Echols, Evelyn 331 Eckstein, Charlotte 310, 351 Eddleman, Keith 237 Edgar, David 351 Edmonds, Simon 161 EdwardB, Kimberley 307, 351 Edwards, Larry 118 Edwards, Marty 286, 351 Edwards, Ramona 254, 351 Edwards, Terri 308, 31 0, 331 , 327 Ehrhom, Kim 176, 177,178, 179 Eidson, Susan 331 380 % Index Eisenrich, Lisa 176 Eldridge, Michael 278 Elek, Stephanie 162, 163 Ellington, Robert 283, 352 Elliot, Debra 229 Elliott, Debra 229, 331 Elliott, Steven 331 Ellsworth MontesBori Schools, Inc. 370 Elmore, Kenneth 352 Elmwood Cemetary, 372 Emison, Susan 352 Emslie, Dean Marion 96, 97 En Safe Environmental and Safety Designs, Inc. 372 Eneks, Kim 293 Engel,Amy310, 352 Eoff, Emily 285, 352 Epps, Tory 133 Equestrian 200-201 Equitable Agri-Busi ncss, Inc. 375 Equitec Properties Company 370 Esmaeli, Kateh 237, 331 Eubank, John 66 Evans, Mark 352 Evers.Amy 218,225 Ewaldson, Annika 163 f Fadgen, Polly 360 Fahrenbacher, Heidi 276 Farris, Robert 331 Faulk, Mike 283, 352 Faulkner, Ella 96, 97, 225 Faulkner, Evelyn 21 8, 331 Faulkner, Kim 163 Favorite Hangouts 26-29 Fawcett, John 306, 352 Feisal, Dr. Victor 110 Ferguson, Megan 104 Ferguson, Megan 276, 352 Ferrara, Ron 193, 194 Fesmire, Randall 218 FFF213 Fields, Tracy 352 Finch, Larry 1 46, 1 48, 1 49, 279, 31 7 Fine, Judi 230 Fischer, Pat 194 Fisher, Cynthia 234, 285, 31 0, 352 Fisher, Darryl 159 Fisher, Roger 108, 109 Fisher, Sherri 352 Fi6ter, Susie 77 Fitzgerald, Brett 1 80, 1 81 Fitzgerald, Kevin 1 80, 1 81 Flair Beauty Supply, Inc. 374 Fleet, Pamela 352 Floyd, Pamela 260 Fly, Robert 161 Folsom, Leslie 170, 171 Football 130-138 Forbess, Timothy 237,331 Ford, Amy 331 Forensics Club 214 Forrest, Michael 276, 352 Forte, Alicia 225 Fortune Equipment Co., Inc. 376 Forum Debating Society 213 Forysythe, Ruth Anne 1 36, 1 41 , 1 43 Foust, Donna 352 Foutch, Daryl 286, 331 Fowler, Douglass 261 Fowler, IO, William 331 Foy, Perry 283, 352 Franceschetti, Don 226 Frankle, Robert 226 Franklin Engineering Co, Inc. 374 Franklin, Andrea 229 Franklin, Arthur 134 Frazier, Sandra 328 Fredericks, Jeff 297, 352 Fredette, Rick 235 Free, Lisa 352 Freed, Dr. Rita 119 French, Rick 225 Friday, Jr., George 352 Friday, Tony 233, 234 Fugitt Rubber Supply Co, Inc. 370 Fuller, Pat 233 Fuller, Wendell 229 Fulton, Dan 286, 331 Funk, David 284, 286, 352 Fuquay, Thomas 302, 352 Furmanski, Nicole 252, 352 Future Teachers of America 214 9 G W Diesel Service Inc. 376 Gage, Kevin 226 Gaia, Emily 298, 352 Gaines, Kim 106 Gaither, Jen 311 Gallen, Cindy 246 Gamvin, Marcella 352 Gannon, Joe 352 Ganong, Cheri 182,183 Gardner, P.J. 332 Garner, James 283, 352 Gamer, Kevin 302, 332 Garrett, Barry 50 Garrett, Thurman 295, 352 Garrott, Ian 332 Gatewood,Tedl43 General Union of Palestine Students 221 Gentry, Chuck 157 Gentry, Darrell 222, 223 Germany, Pamela 310, 332 Gernin, Laura 230 Gholson, Elaine 293 Gholson, Julie 293 Gholson, Sherwin 352 Giannini, Cynthia 170, 171 Gibbs, John 305, 352 Gibson, Brian 286, 352 Giffin, Jeffrey 283, 332 Giles, Cindy 21 8 Giles, Scott 161 Gilley, Erik 192, 194 Gipson, Lynn 221 Givens, Rodney 352 Glaser, Bruce A. 233, 234, 229 Glaser, Irene 352 Glass, Becky 255 Glass, Monica 136,141,143 Glaub,Angiel76, 178, 179 Glaze, Melissa 332 Glidewell, Cynthia 332 Gloster, Kendall J. 221 Gnuschke, Julie 293 Goad, Melanie 332 Gobble, Jason 276, 352 Goforth, Stacy 352 Golden, Keith 324 Goode, Amy 353 Gordon, Kent 230 Gourlay, Sheliall8, 119 Gourley, Kori 1 36, 1 41 Graham, Jon 353 Graves, Damon 353 Graves, Eddie 302 Gray, Carole 353 Gray, Dan 233 Gray, Keith 229, 276, 353 Gray, Kelly 31 1 , 353 Gray, Sean 276 Gray, Sylvester 146 Gray, William 221 , 229, 276, 353 Greaney, Devin 332 Greek Governing Councils 246-249 Greeks 244.115 Greeks H istory 238-241 Green, Christopher 332 Green, Dana 353 Green, Kevin 276, 332 Green, Perry 264, 353 Greer, Hugh 46, 283, 332 Gregg, Brad 1 69 Greissinger, Debbie 332 Gresham, Kim 225, 230 Grey, Sean 353 GriesBe, Martha 332 Griffin, Angela 353 Griffin, Melissa 353 Groff, Richard 273, 353 Gross, Carl 353 Groves, Janna 252, 353 Guerin, Wendy 31 0, 31 1 , 352 Guess, James 353 Gurley, Kathy 353 Gurley, Tammy 310, 353 Gutierrez, Gus 332 Gwinn, David 332 h Habecker, Lee 204 Haggard, Odis 333 Hale, Diane 176, 178,179 Hall, Daniel 276, 333 Hall, Denver 297 Hall, Ray 297 Hamedani, Maziyar 333 Hamer, Sandra 333 Hamid, Zurina Bt. A. 226 Hamilton Printing 376 Hamlin, Jerry 281 Hammett, Mike 157 Hampton, Earl 294 Hampton, Helen 353 Hampton, Terence 229 Hamzah, Che Hasnan 333 Handball 180-181 Haney, Allison 57 Hannah, Mark 353 Hanover, Trent 116 Haraway, Gregory 354 Harbert, James 301 , 333 Hardin, Todd 221 Hardison, Samuel 333 Hardy, Kym 298, 354 Hargett, Darla 234 Harlow, Heather 285, 291 , 354 Harmon, Marcia 333 Harrell, Catherine 354 Harrington, Michael 230 HarriB, Christy 183 Harris, Jerry 133, 135 Harris, Ken 78 Harris, Robert J. 354 Harris, Robert P. 354 Harris, Rosalyn 354 Harris, Suzanne 32, 234, 354, Harrison, Angela 222, 333 Harrison, Carl 295, 324 Harrison, Fay Beth 1 66, 1 67, 1 75 Hart, Kimberly 333 Hart, Robert 222 Hartman, IH, Loyal 354 Harvey, Jane 222, 333 Harwell, Stephen 262, 354 Hasenbein, Bernard 354 Hassan, Rosdeen 333 Haston, Waymon 225 Hawkins, Jeff 276, 354 Hawks, Jeffrey 276, 354 Hayes, Tony 277, 354 Hays, Donna 333 Hays, Glenl64, 165,175 Hazelton, Stacy 296 Healy, Sean 277, 354 Hear What They ' ve Got to Say 36-39 Heam, Susan 354 Hegarty, Lori 333 Hegarty, Lori 42, 43 Heliums, Scott 157 Helmers, Darren 354 Hendershot, Kellye 234 Henderson, Russell 157 Hennessey, Sharon 354 Henson, Kevin 77,354 Henson, Yolanda 260, 262, 354 Herrine, Phillip 237 Hethmon, Douglas 233, 264, 265, 266, 333 Hibbler, Connie 136, 138, 139 Hicks, Mark 354 Hill, Cynthia L. 77 Hill, Dave 196, 197 Hill, Dr. Betty 224, 225 Hill, Jim E. 229 Hill, Kevin 180, 181 Hill, Sheila 261 , 333 Hilliard, Timothy 333 Hink, Jeff 191, 194 Hinson, Charles 333 Hints for Success 62-63 Hoaglin, George 277, 354 Hobbs, Tammy 276, 354 Hodges, George 230 Hodges, Mark 283, 333 Hoffman, U, Elmer 333 Hofler, Pattil66,167 Holbritter, Troy 286, 334 Holiday Inn 371 Hollahan, Paul 169 Holland, Jimmy 194 Holland, Rodney 294, 295 Holley, Theresa 32 Hollingsworth, Darin 277, 354 Hollingsworth, Trey 305, 354 Holly, Trina 334 Holmes, Christopher 334, 335 Holmes, Herman 355 Holmon, Authur,71 Homecoming 42-43 Honors Student Association 224, 225 Hooks, Steven 247 Hopkins, James 286, 334 Hopper, Donna 226 Hopper, William 226 Horn, Gwendolyn 355 Horton, Chris 164, 165, 175 House, James 297, 355 Houston, Paul G. 222 Houston, Phillip 264, 334 Houston, Rita A. 233 Howell, Pamela 355 Hubbard, Jana 222 Hubbard, Phillip 334 Huddleston, Bob 74 Huffine, Tracy 252, 355 Huffman, Sharon 310, 355 Huggins, Karen 334 Hugh Hatchctt Carpet Service 376 Hughes, Lisa 310, 355 Humphreys, Cecil, C. Ill, 112 Humphreys, James Paul 232 Hundley, Rebekah 355 Hunter, Sarah 334 Hurst, Joseph 355 Hussle, Gwendolyn 237 Hutchinson, Carole 334 Hutchison, J. Ray 41 Hyde Insurance Agency 375 Hyman Builders Supply, Inc. 374 1 Imps 213 Industrial Tool Company, Inc. 370 Ingles, Thomas 334 Ingram, Spensha 247 Inman, Angela 254, 355 Inter-Fraternity Council International Relations Club 214 International Student Association 222 Internships 114-115 Intra murals 172-173 Ioka Wikewan Club 213, 214 Isaacs, Michelle 285 It ' s OK to Drink and Drive 48-49 Ivey, Virgil 294, 295, 334 Ivory, Roberta 222 Index k Andrew A. Kincannon 1918-1924 J Jackson, Dwayne 355 Jackson, Kris 355 Jackson, Sharon Jackson, Tona 355 Jacobson, Gene 237 Jacques, Rebecca 334 Jafarey, Mahmuda 163 Jam Tiger Style 44-15 Jamison, Rita 247 Jamison, Robert 334 Jansen, Karen 332 Jared, Jenny 40 Jarrell, Kenneth 225, 230, 334 JefTers, Jim 186, 188, 189 Jefferson, Angela 221 Jensen, Joy 136 Jerome, Brad 188 Jewett,Jene218,355 Jivency, Jermaine 355 Joe MSU 30-31 Johannes, Kurt 169 Johns, Mary Lou 136, 137, 138, 1 40, 1 41 , 1 43 Johnson Control, 376 Johnson, Angela 234 Johnson, Charles 334 Johnson, Cliff 202, 203 Johnson, CurtiB 262,263, 355 Johnson, Deirdre 334 Johnson, Dorothy 355 Johnson, Jill 252,355 Johnson, Mike 222 Johnson, Rachelle 307 Johnson, Ryan 355 Johnson, Tammera Johnson-Hussie, Gwendolyn 334 Johnston, Kenneth 355 Jones, Bill 157 Jones, Daron 334 Jones, Donna 276 Jones, Eddie M. 234 Jones, Freddie 334 Jones, Hermenia 298, 355 Jones, III, William 324 Jones, Jennifer 355 JoneB, Kevin 225, 229 Jones, Kim 166, 167, 306, 307, 334 Jones, Laurel 252, 355 Jones, Tim 1 32, 1 33, 1 35 Jordan, Gregory 74 Jordan, Jeff 1 72, 283, 355 Jordan, Kenneth 230, 335 Joyce, Beverly 221 Joyner, Jerry 355 Joyner, Tommy 286, 335 Judd, Jamie 230, 231 Julian, Christopher 335 Junior, III, Hank 335 Jurinek, Kym 246 Kaczmarek, Donna 234, 235, 252, 276, 355 Kalb, John 356 Kalb, KeUey 230 Kama], Zulfiqar 233, 264, 265, 356 Kandelas, George 1 64, 165 Kappa Alpha 274-277 Kappa Alpha Psi 278-279 Kappa Kappa Psi 222, 223 Kappa Lambda Sigma 213 Kappa Sigma 280-283 Karate 202-203 Kastner, Maria 252, 324 Kataoka, Yumi 225 Kaufman, Melissa 246, 303, 310, 356 Kauker, Mike 194 Keenan, John 305, 356 Keeton, Jane 356 Keeton, Laura 356 Keith, Michael 356 Kelley, Barry 356 Kelley, Lawrence 356 Kelly, Jennifer 42 Kelso, Melissa 218 Kemp, Lisa 356 Kennemore, Carol 356 Kenton, Thomas 294, 295, 356 Kermit B. Buck Son, Inc. 370 Kessler, Charles 335 Kessler, David 230 Kessler, Ray 222 Killet, Kyle 301 Kil patrick, Bobby 1 53, 1 57 Kincaid, Rachel 356 King, Doug 230 King, Edward 302, 335 King, Marsha 191 Kirk, Dana 146, 149, 317 Kirkland, Jr., James 335 Kirkpatrick, Douglas 283, 335 Kissel, Shelly 281 Kleiser, Marshall 356 Knight, Eddie 194 Knott, Kevin 282, 283, 356 Knox, Lisa 46 Koch, Lisa 166, 167, 175 Kolb,Anne93, 356 Kolb, Ellen 47, 93, 234, 356 Komistek, Rick 186, 230, 356 Komistok, Rick 188 Kottke, Rhonda 176, 1 78, 1 79 Kuitems, Katrina 356 Kuns, Ross 194, 195 Kurrus, Theresa 356 Kustoff, David 234, 250, 264, 356 Kutz, Don 305 Kyle, Ken 221 1 Lackey, Jennifer 230 Laffiteau, Jim 302, 303, 335, 349 Lam, Joaquin 356 Lam, Ricardo 356 Lamb, William 277, 356 Lambda Chi Alpha 284-287 Lamphere, Kim 204, 205 Lancaster, Thomas 356 Lancaster, Thomas 356 Landers, Ashley 157 Landwehr, Steven 286, 356 Lane, Debra 166, 167 Lang, Steve 160 Lankford, Sharon 335 Lape, Steve 218 Lashlee, Michael 356 Lassiter, Denise 276, 356 Lasslo, Millicent 247, 306, 307, 324 Laster, Leann 237 , 285, 356 Latham, Stephen 234 Latif, Latah Noni 222 Latin Club 213 Lauderdale, Mike 41 Lauderdale, Rhonda 1 36, 1 41 Lawrence, Donny 230 Lawrence, Jody Lawrence, Monica 356 Lawrence, Stephanie 356 Lazarini, Kevin 286, 356 Le, Tam 335 Le, Tuong 335 LeakB, LaMelody Lebedevs, Peter 160, 1 61 Lee, Andy 222 Lee, Beth 302 Lee, Jessie 229, 335,359 Lee, June 335 Lee, Richard 356 Leon, David 188 Lerner, Gene 283, 335 Lester, Steve 194 Leung, Marianne 237 Levy, Rayford Lewis, Courtney 356 Lewis, KeUey 106 Lewis, Laurie 310, 356 LewiB, Mark 136, 141 Lewis, MoUy 252, 356 Lewis, Paul 305, 356 Lewis, Sally 293 Liberal Arts Honor Society 226 Liddy, John 302, 303, 309, 356 Life in the Dorm 50-51 Liles, John 283, 356 Liles, Larry 186, 188 Limbaugh, Maria 335, 346 LindBey, April 247, 356 Link, Kathiyn 246, 310, 356 Linxwiler, John 264, 336, 353 Livingston, James 283, 356 Llangollen, Felice 226 Location of the Campus 18-19 Lock, Gary 218 Lock, Jiu 336 Lofties, Carol 51 Loftin, Susan 222 Logan, Gene 1 57 Logan, Nancy 356 Logan, Tim 225 Logsdon, Anglea 1 66, 1 67, 1 75 LoUar, Harry 283, 356 Long, Greg 160 Longest Tenure 110-111 Longfield, Jr., Robert 305, 356 Loos, Dave 146 Lopez, Ann 254, 356 Lopez, Paula 246, 254, 356 Lopez, Richard 225 LosPicara213 Losa, Shari 336 Louis, Patrick 263 Love, Deborah 298, 356 Lovett, Laura 298, 356 Lowery, Jodi 255 Lowry, Leigh 356 Loyle, Glenn 277 Lubkowitz, Daphne 1 1 6, 356 Lunsford, Susan 116, 246, 252, 356 Luther, Jay 221 , 277, 356 Sports Trivia Answers 1.1938 2.1913 3. 1928 4. A cartoon of a Tiger named Tim was used on the cover of the 1953 DeSoto. 5. Ellen Baird was the world free- throw champion during those years. 6. until 1964 7. A paint bucket. It symbolized the intense rivalry between the two schools. 8. Boxing team. 9. Hillman Robbins, Jr. 10. The freshman and junior classes 11. N for Normal 12. 1920 13. up to 1935 14. 1941 15. The Tigers lost 48-43 16. Cheerleaders. Hooker yelled Na nanna na and Boatner yelled Shake it, two, three, four. 17. Eaton started broadcasting Tiger basketball in 1959 and football in 1964. His contract ended in 1987. 18. The pom pon squad. 19. The Tigers lost to UCLA in the NCAA national championship finals. Bill Walton (42 points) was the center for UCLA. Larry Finch played on the MSU team. 20. Kathy Manger and Lloyd Ireland (both females). Manger finished fourth in the 200-meter breaststroke and Ireland finished fifth in the 100- meter breaststroke. 21. The Tigers were undefeated and untied with a record of 10-0-0. 22. 1969 23. The Tigers went to the Pasadena 382 Index Bowl and beat San Jose State 28-9. 24. The Tigers won their last Homecoming game 34-0 in Crump Stadium. Later the Tigers moved to the Liberty Bowl. 25. Began in 1965. Discontinued in 1984. 26. The intra squad blue-gray game in 1964. 27. Bonnie Dondeville in 1963. 28. To mourn John Gunn, a Tiger basketball player, who died in December, 1976. m MacDonald, Kevin 278 MacDonald, Lindy 235 MacPherson, Jason 47 Madden, Marie 250, 253, 285, 356 Mahmood, Farhen 222 Maier, Reed L 218 Malone, Melvin 294 Malone, Sidney 294 Malone, Terry 285, 286, 287, 356 Man, Kathleen 324 Maness, Mack 168, 169 Mangum, Freddie 168, 169 Mansker, Gina 234 Manus, Tim 168,169 Marable, Chris 153, 157 Marconi, Gregory 286, 356 Marcum, Delayne 336 Marendt, Jr., Rick 305, 358 Markham, Joe 169 Marks, Stephine 358 Marquez, Olivia R. 218 Marsh, Richard 218 Martin, Becky 253, 358 Martin, Johnathan A. 225 Martin, Marcia 358 Martin, Rob 173 MassengiU, Kelley 254, 255, 358 Massey, Kerry 277, 358 Massey, Timmy 229 Master Graphics 370 Math Club 214 Mathews, Candace 336 Matthews, Michael 283, 358 Mauney, Kim 222, 225 Maurizi, John 336 Mauth, Mary Ann 62 Maxwell, Mario 221 Maxwell, Valeria 358 Maxwell, William 283, 336 Mazzone, Charlie 180, 181 McAdory, Deanna 234 McBride, Keith 312 McBride, Marda 42 McBryde, Eric 358 McBryde, Marcia 234 McCall, Jim 275 McCarter, Ginger 234, 235 McCarver, Steven 222 McCaslin, David 358 McClain, Ron 146 McCleary, Dan 40, 41 McComic, Chris 218 McCommon, Robert 336 McCord, Neva 358 McCormick, ChriB 286, 358 McCormick, Christi 358 McCormick, Sonja 253, 358 McCrary, Vicki 183 McCraw, Tom 358 McCray, Rob 41 McCrory, Mischea 1 81 , 1 88 McCullar, Ronda 285, 358 McDaniel, Malinda 96, 97 McDill, Andrew 274, 277, 358 McDonagh, Doanal 194, 195 McDonald, Arthur 336 McDowell, Dave 265, 358 McDowell, Kelli 253, 358 McElrath, Tracy 311 , 336 McFerrin, Renee 232, 233 McGee, Linda 368 McGhee, Ronnie 197 McGinley, Thomas 305, 358 McGrew, Elizabeth 225, 253, 246, 358 McGrew, Pat 188 McGuire, Shanna 358 McKay Susan 229 McKee, Jimmy 221 , 286, 358 McKee, Terry 165 McKee, Tom 33 McKenzie, Charles 277, 336 McKenzie, Sharon 358 McKinney, Alvin 222, 336 McKinnie, Sandra 336 McKnight, Cheri 273 McLellan, Rena 254, 358 McPipkin, Debra 336 Mears, Mike 194 Medek, Elizabeth 221 Medic Ambulance Service, Inc. 373 Medlock, Gina 218 MelTord, Michael 37, 225, 230, 231 , 237, 302, 358 Melone, Louanne 162, 163 Melvin, Missy 336 Memphis Brake Service 374 Memphis Firefighters Association 374 Memphis Home Improvement Company, Inc. 376 Memphis Optical 378 Memphis Police Association 373 Men ' s Basketball 144-151 Men ' s Tennis 160-161 Men ' s Track 164-165 Men ' s Golf 168-169 Men ' s Soccer 192-195 Merendt, Rick 221 Merkle, Melinda 358 Merryman, Kyle 175 Method 1st Club 214 Metro Foods, Inc, 372 Metz, Steve 168, 169 Meyer Ellis, 375 Meyer, Kathy 358 Mid-America Air-Conditioning Inc. 372 Middleton, Tanya 336 Midha, Hamesh 358 Mighty Sound of the South 211,215 Miller, Angelique 42, 43 Miller, Barbara 336 Miller, Chris 253, 359 Miller, Clinton 262, 263, 359 Miller, Gwendolyn 359 Miller, Karen 359 Miller, Kerry 230 Miller, Linda 336 Miller, Mark 336 Miller, Rosalyn 336 Miller, Shane 286, 287, 358 Miller, Troy 359 Milligan, Steven 283, 359 Mills, Tommy 301,336 Mincer, Cynthia 298, 336 Mi nch, Sean 221, 359 Minks, Ron 221 Miss America 1987 56-57 Miss MSU 62-63 Miss Tennessee 60-61 Mitchell, Brian 336 Mitchell, Deborah 336 Mitchell, Donna 337 Mock, Hunter 197 Model UN 116-117 Mohammad, Salauddin 337 Montague, Leslie 276 Montfort, Michelle 359 Montgomery, Kathy 285 Moo, Khee 359 Moody, Kenneth 1 46, 1 51 Moody, Thomas 277, 359 Moody, Vincent III 218 Mooney, Jim 302,359 Moore, De ' Lyntoneus 337 Moore, Joseph 359 Moore, Kelly 183 Moore, Linda 114, 115 Moore, Lynette 261 , 337 Moore, Sharon R. 234 Moran, Cathy 204, 205 Moreland, Monica 230, 231 Morgan, Becky 42, 43 Morgan, Marilyn F. 225 Morgan, Rebecca 340 Morgan, Shannon 226 Morice, Matthew 254, 359 Morris, Keith 157 Morris, Michael 237, 337 Morris, Terry 302, 303, 359 Morris, Holly 359 Morrison, James 222 Morrison, Kimberly 337 Morrison, Penny 296 Morton, JefT 283, 359 Mother Mynders 317 Mr. Mrs. Solon G. Freeman, Sr. 370 Mr. Ilumbcr, Inc. 376 MSUNAACP219 MSU Planners Association 226 Mueller, Kay 359 Mullens, Lesa254,359 Mullins, Shawna 176 Mullins, Tony 218 Munhler, Michael 116 Murphy, Barbara 337 Murphy, Gina 246, 285 Murray, Jean 359 Murray, Roxanne 230 Musarra, Dominic 116,265, 359 Music 32-33 Musicante, George 194 Musicante, Sergio 194 Musolf, Andrea 250 MuBtin, Michelle 359 Muto,Chiyoko225 Mutual Collection Co, Inc., 372 Myers, Beverly 337 Myers, Debra 360 n Nabekura, Mitzi 360 Nabors, Forrest 157 Najera Ortega, Saul 337 Najera-Ortega, Saul A. 222 Nancy ' s Fabric s Draperies 374 Nantz, Susan 202, 203 Napier, Betty 337 Naylor, Carfa 360 Nelson, Casondra 360 Nelson, Jr., Johnny 360 Neptune Water Meter Distributor 373 Nettles, Mike 133 Newcomb, Joe 155, 157, 360 Newlon, Melissa 218 Newman, Evanne 253, 360 Newman, Nina E. 218 Newton, Eric 164,165 Nichols, Jr., Carl 360 Nickell, Kim 360 Nilsson, LarB 161 Nixon, William 265, 337 Norman, John 294 Norman, Steve 283, 360 Norris, Dawn 234, 338 Norris, Jeffrey 221 , 276, 277, 360 Norris, Tara 31 1,360 Nowell, Mark 360 Nowicki, Julie 253, 360 Nunnery, John 277, 360 OUryan, Jr., Robert 305, 360 O ' Neill, Mike 157 Ochsner, Darryl 225, 229 Odom,Kim273, 361 Odom, Stacy 361 Office Systems and Equipment, Inc. 374 Oldham, Jean 338 Oliver, Cassandra 361 Omega Psi ITu 288-289 On the Stage at MSU 40-41 Oneal, Carolyn 338 Opening 1-15 Organizations 210-243 Organizations History 210-214 Orsak, James 225, 230, 361 Osborn, Thomas 361 Ousley, Claire 254, 361 Overton Electric 376 Owen, Rebecca 361 Owen, Terri 361 Owens, Jerry 338 Owens, Michael 294 Owens, Reginald 225, 338 Richard C. Jones 1939-1943 Index 383 q p Paden, Margaret 229 Page, Lisa 338 Painter, Eric 118, 221 Pan-Hellenic Council 247 Pancake Shop Family Diner 372 Panzera, Paull90 Paoletti, Michael 361 Paratore, Rose 237 Parchman, George 110, 111 Parchman, Jerrell 338 Park, Andy 218 Park, Stephanie 361 Parker, Neil 302, 361 Parlin, Mary 338 Parrish, Melanie 311, 361 Parrish, Stephanie 338 Parton, Lisa 361 Patrick, Carolyn 361 Paulette, Ronald 42, 233, 234, 237, 335, 368 Paxton, Lisa 253 Peacock, Elizabeth 246, 361 Pease, CamiUe 361 Peel, Leanne 42, 43, 298, 335, 338 Peeler, Claire 368 Peeples, Andre 361 Peer-Mentor 96-97 Penix, Mike 338 Penner, Chelle 176,178 People 316-36B People History 316-319 Perez, Rick 230, 338 Perkins Family Restaurant 375 Perkins, Allen 278, 361 Perkins, Beverly 338 Perkins, Darrell 338 Perry, Carole 237, 285 Perry, Charles 338 Perry, Lisa 222, 223 Perry, Steve 197 Perumba, Monica 276 Pesce, Anna 234, 246, 254, 255, 361 Peters, April 361 Petersen, Kip 118 Peterson, Charlotte 163 Peterson, Kimberly 234, 361 Retrick, Chris 230 Petrus, Tori 234, 361 Pettus, Elizabeth 253, 338 Pettus, Jr., Richard 361 Pfoff, Charles 283, 361 Phi Beta Chi 214 Phi Beta Sigma 294-295 Phi Gamma Delta 292-293 Phi Mu 290-291 Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia 229 Phi Sigma Kappa 296-297 Phillips, Dee Dee 361 Phillips, Sheila 298 Pi Beta Phi 298-299 Pi Kappa Alpha 300-301 Pi Kappa Phi 302-303 Pickens, Billy 286, 338 Pictor, Janet 254, 361 Pierce, Kim 298, 361 Pi hi, Cathy 273, 361 Pike, Carl W. 222 Pilgrim, Catherine 253, 361 Piper, Evangeline 338 Pirani, Paul 338 Pittman, Chris 361 Piatt, David 277, 361 Plays 40-41 Pleasant, Darryl 218 Pleasure, Rosmari 225 Plunk, Carla 311, 361 Poczobut, Dave 194 Polgrabia, Mark 180, 181 Polk, Mary 314, 324 Pollan, Russell 286, 361 Pollard, Gloria D. 221 Polley, Patricia 338 Pom Pon Squad 182-183 Pool, David 222 Pope, Jo Lina 237 Pope, Albert 339 Pope, Bill 286, 339 Pope, Patricia 339 Porter, Bryan 361 Porter, Roger 297 Posting Grades 100-101 Poston, Carla 221 Powell, Elizabeth 222 Powell, Greg 297 Powell, Stacy 326, 339 PowerB, Cathy 225 Presley, Ronnie 286, 339 Price, Kayla 314, 361 Price, Matt 192, 194, 195 Price, Penny 298, 361 Priddy, Melissa 361 Pritt, Paul 286, 339 Pruitt, Sylvia 339 Pruitt, Tom 199 Puckett, Carl 339 Puckett, Lisa 229 Pullen, Debbie 232 Pullum, Jackie 225 Quarles Fire Protection. Inc. 370 Quarles, Daryl R. 234 Quesenberry, Chris 339 Quesenberry, Christopher 361 Quesenberry, Melanie 361 Quillin, James 361 Quinley,Loril83 Quinn, John 361 Jennings B. Sanders 1943-1946 r Rabinovitz, Alison 361 RacquetbaU 186-189 Radford, Cathy 311 , 362 Ragan, Sara 237 Rainey Commodities, Inc. 373 Rainey, Timothy 221 , 277, 339 Rajapopalan, Shyamala 166, 167, 339 Ramsey, James 226 Randall, Angels 136 Randall, Jaimie 362 Randolph, Marshall 116 Randolph, Terry 234 Rapp, Jay 41 Rawlins, Donald 234, 265, 325, 339 Rawls, Flora 316 Ray T. Sharp Lumber Company 372 Ray, Amy 225 Reagan, Jeff 292 Reasor, Scott 339 Rech, David 362 Reeder, Alisa 234 Reese, Allan 277, 362 Reid, Demonie 31 4, 31 5, 362 Reid, Scott 188 Reinke, Karen 251,253,362 Resident Hall Association 229 Returning Students 108-198 Reynolds, Lynn 362 Rhoads, Russell 305, 362 Rhodes, James 362 Rhyne, Janice 362 Rice, DeWaine 78 Rich, Mark 157, 362 Richards, Angie 218 Richards, Robert 362 Richardson, Anthony 339 Richardson, Laura 276 Richardson, Melissa 339 Richey,Jayne218, 341 Richey, Phyllis 176, 178 Rickman, Chad 283, 362 Ridenhour, Wayne 362 Riley, Dr. Joseph 224, 225 Riley, Wayne 302, 341 Rinehart, Jr., Jimmy 277, 362 Risher, Carol 237 Risner, David 229 Ritter, Nichelle 77, 362 Roach, David 265, 362 Robbins, Melissa 362 Robbins, Rick 169 Roberts, Andy 1 86, 1 88, 189 Roberts, Glen 341 Roberts, Kari 170 Roberts, Teresa 341 Robinson, Billie 362 Robinson, Chris 226 Robinson, Chrystal 234 Robinson, Ronald 222, 341 Robinson, Stacey 276 Robinson.Vincent 146 Rodgers, Patrick 50 Roebuck, Alice 226 Rogers, Elizabeth 341 Rogers, Paula 285 Rohn, David 188 Roll, Vince 362 Rone, Deanna 254 , 341 , 344 Rooks, Eddie 291 Rosas, Mark A. 225 Ross, Felencea 225 Ross, Kimberly 362 Rothweiler, Scott 277, 363 Rowe, Jan 298, 363 Rowell, Leigh 254, 341 Ruby, Julie 273, 363 Ruby, Sylvia 42, 43. 273, 341 , 363 Rudolph, Janell 226 Rugby 196-199 Rule, Peggy 176, 179 Rules and Regulations 20-21 Ruiz, Tambra 233 Rushing, Kim 237, 363 Russell, Kim 229 Russell, Wendy 341 Ryan, Kelly 286, 363 s Sabalillah, lkrimah 341 Sabater, Manuel Jr. 225, 226 SAC Fashion Board 234 SAC Special Events Committee 237 Sadler, Steve 253 Sams, Julie 254, 363 Sanborn, Nellie 40 Sanders, Dr. Robert 98 Sanders, Gina 363 Sanders, Veronica 247, 306, 307, 341 Sandifer, Richard 116 Sanford, Tina 254, 341 Sardon, Letroy 363 Sartino, Peter E. 218 Sasser, Ann 363 Saulsberry, Andrea 261 , 363 Saulsberry, Valeria 260, 261 ,341 Saunders, Dr. Robert 98 Scarpace, Jeffrey 341 Schaffer, Rhoda 229 Schild, II, Karl 363 Schklar, Janet 253, 282, 363 Schmidt, Patrick 229 Schroeder, Diana 363 Schuster, Myles 363 Schwie, Amy 225 Scobey, Rick 301 Scott, Amanda 341 Scott, Charles 324 Scott, Steve 157 Scott, Ted 364 Seals, Sammy 134 Seidner, Trisha 234, 235 Seitz, Stacy 234 Seligh, Sandra 253, 364 Sellers, Constance 261 , 341 Sdtmann, Cobb, Bryant, Inc. 376 Settles Clayton Insurance Company 376 Seymour A. Mynders Society 213 Shaffer, Rhoda 225 Sharp, Octavian 1 32 J3op 341 Sharp, Tammy 234 Sharpe, Stacy 364 Shaw, Chris 234 Shaw, LaDonna 341 Shaw, Tim 277, 364 Sheets, Phebee 201 Shipley, Christie 341 Shipley, III, Darwin 364 Shipman, Deborah 1 66, 1 67 Shirina, Renee 364 Shook, John 173, 303, 364 Shores, Danny 229 Short, Steve 364 Shotwell, Daisy 218 Showli, Isam 341 Siegert, Jo Ann 341 Sigler, William 341 Sigma Alpha Iota 230 Sigma Alpha Mu 212, 213 Sigma Chi 239, 304-305 Sigma Gamma Rho 306-307 Sigma Kappa 308-311 Sigma Phi Epsilon 238, 312-313 Silver, Larry 180, 181 Silvia, Thomas 221 , 364 Simmonette, David 188 Simmons, Efrem Keith 225 Simmons, Holly 116 SimmonB, Holly 364 Simmons, Scott 281 Simon, Christina 1 66, 1 67, 1 74, 1 75 Simpson, Donald 341 Simpson-Jones, Wanda 141 Sims, Bryan 226 Sims, Dorsey 146 Singleton, Rhonda 234, 276 Sisk, Timothy 341 Sit, Michael 229 Skaarer, Katherine 246, 255, 364 Skelton, Ken 230 Slack, Amy 237, 364 Slate, Katherine 364 Slawson, Deborah 341 Slayton, Marty 42 Sloan, Mary-Elizabeth 341 Slocum, Les 285, 286, 364 384 Index Small, Laura 230, 234, 340, 341 Smith, Brian 305, 364 Smith, Bryan 305, 364 Smith, Candace 298, 364 Smith, Daniel 230 Smith, Daniel 277, 341 Smith, Dr. Omar 110 Smith, Edward 364 Smith, Eric 225, 229 Smith, Gary 341 Smith, Jacqueline C. 364 Smith, Jacqueline M. 364 Smith, Jill 115 Smith, Kevin 221 , 277, 364 Smith, Kim 341 , 350 Smith, Leon 277 Smith, Lori 298, 341 Smith, Lori Ann 341 Smith, Missy 229, 237, 276, 364 Smith, Robert 341 Smith, Ronnie 305, 364 Smith, Sandy 276 Smith, Stacy 314, 341 Smith, Stepen 364 Smith, Tom 221 , 277, 364 Smith, Valerie 308, 311, 342, 357, 364 Smithey, Ingrid 357 Smothers, Cindy 364 Sneed, Calita 225 Snyder, Elizabeth 324 Snyder, Martin 225 Society for Creative Anachronism 226, 227 Society of Manufacturing Engineers 230 Society of Manufacturing Engineers 233 Sock and Buskin Club 213, 214 Sopher, Mindy 221 , 247 Southall, Douglas 342 Southern Belles 58-59 Sparks, Gene 233 Speakers 36-39 Speck and Company 369 Spencer, Nathan 299, 301 Spiewak, Brant 1 86, 1 88 Sports 122-209 Sports History 122-125 Sports Trivia 208-209 SpriggB, Sonja 342, 330 Spring Break 82-83 Springer, Christopher 364 Staggs, JameB 250, 265, 342 Stanfield, Kevin 1 80, 1 81 Stanley H. Kaplan Educational Center Ltd. 368 Stanley, David 265, 364 Stanley, Lydia 31 4 Stark, Deanna 230 Stark, Joel 342 Stames, Belinda 364 Stames, Elaine 234 Stames, Stephanie 273, 364 State Technical Institute at Memphis 372 Stateline Lumber Company 374 Staten, Kim 225 Steak N Egg Kitchen 373 Stenson, Daniel 342 Stephans, Lorri 230, 231 Stephens, Mia 1 76 Stephens, William 342 Steppe, Venita 342 Stem, Robyn 163, 342 Stevens, John 226 Stevens, Sarah 166, 167, 273, 364 Stickel, Laura 222, 342 Stiger, Pamela 364 Stockwell, Donna 31 1 , 364 Stokes, Essa 364 Stoneking, Kent 364 Stout, Joy R. 225 Stovall, Sharon 296 Strain, Angie 218, 246, 364 Strain, Steven 342 Stringer, Suzy 21 8 Strom, Laura 105, 276 Strong, John 164, 165 Strong, Leslie 342 Strub, Sarah 311 , 364 Stuart, Carlin O. 229 Stubblefield, Teresa 51 Student Activities Council 219 Student Activities Council Board 234 Student Ambassador Board 215, 228, 229 Student Government Association 219 Student Information Center 92-93 Student Interfaith Council 230, 231 Student Life 16-83 Student Life History 16-19 Students Unlimited 232, 233 Student Workers 104-105 Sulipeck, Joey 305, 364 Sullivan, Ann 342 Sundquist, Jr., Donald 265, 342 Sweatt, Timothy 342 Swift, Debra 343 Swift, Sharon 31 4, 343 Swords, Anglea 183 Sykes, Meka 183 t Tache, Tim 388 Tallent, Guy 343 Tan, Dr. Teong 230 Tan, Hock 343 Tang, Teck 343 Tankersley, Mike 229 Tappan, David 104 Tassel 214 Taylor, Horace 279 Taylor, Jeane 225 Taylor, Kimberly 364 Taylor, Steve 225 Taylor, William 229 Teague, Ginger 183 Technicote Corporation 369 Teng Victor 229 Tennessee Carbon Stainless, Inc. 374 Terry, Rachel 364 The Auto mo-battle 76-77 The Best Man(Woman) for the Job 64-65 The Book Cottage 369 The Daily Helmsman 72-73, 231 The Daily News 369 The Fashions of the Century 52-55 The Med 368 The Memphis Group 374 The Parking Forum 78-79 The Southern Co. Inc. 374 The Wesley Foundation 237 Theil, Chen 343 Thieke, Mike 157 Thomas, Bradley D. 234, 263 Thomas, Chris 218, 343 Thomas, Chris D. 41 Thomas, Clintonia 260 Thomas-, Gregory 364 Thomas, Michael, 233 Thomas, Phyllis 364 Thomas, Tasha 62, 63, 298 Thompson, Brian 116 Thompson, David 364 Thompson, Greg 262, 364 Thompson, Jonathan 364 Thompson, Jr., William 277, 343 Thompson, Linda 273, 343 Thompson, Mary Beth 364 Thompson, Mary Lou 21 8, 229, 298, 343, 358 Thompson, Scott 229, 339 Thompson, Troy 286, 342, 364 Thornton, Leslie 343 Thornton, Linda 343 Thron, James 297, 364 Tiger Den 24-25 Tiger Lfflies 215, 235 Tiger Paws 233 Tiger Tamers 215, 234 Tillery, Sheila 364 Tillman, David 283, 365 Tobias, Angie 183 Todd, Charles 225 TOM 184-185 Tom Bell Chevrolet 376 Tonahill, Christy 253, 365 Toney, Darrell 294 Toney, Tamara 343 Topham, David 1 65, 1 74, 1 75 Townsend, Christi 276 Townsend, Michael 295 Trainers 190-191 Travel-Rite Recreational Vehicles 375 Travis, Donna 343 Travis, Lori 21 8, 365 Travis, Ross 365 Traylor, Troy 286, 343 Tread well, Leesa 365 Tribble, Sherri 237 Trice, Mark 365 Trim, Terry 221 , 252, 274, 277, 365 Trimm, Michelle 298, 365 Trout, Angela 343 Trouy, Cheryl 344 Tuberville, Mitzi 365 T ucker, Andrea 344 Tull, Deborah 365 Tulloch, John 344 Turner, Donna 183 Turner, John 74 Turner, Joy 96, 97 Turner, LeNora 344 Turner, Mike 305, 365 Turner, Stefan L. 218 Twillie, Rosalyn 225 Tyson, Anthony 165 J. Millard Smith 1946-1960 u Uicich, Matthew 303, 365 Universal Life Insurance Company 369 University Accreditation 98-99 University College 106-107 Uppleger, Ava 344 Upshaw, Ann Ford 201 Upton, David 218, 366 V Valadie, Stephen 265, 344 Vance Boyd Sons, 368 Vandergriff, Cheryl 344 Vaness, Lisa 285 VanWinkle, Michael 274, 277, 366 Vaughan, Gregory 229, 277, 362, 366 Vaughn, Phillis 1 36, 1 41 , 1 42, 1 43 Vaughn, Sheila 234, 298, 366 Velander, Douglas 305, 366 Vest, Jim 173 Virgin, Cynthia 273, 366 Voldeng, Kurt 305, 366 Volleyball 176-179 Volner, Lisa 344 Von Axel son, William 286, 366 Vora, Sandy 225 Voss, Stephen 366 Index 385 Cecil C. Humphreys 1960-1972 UJ W. A. Oyler Distributing Co. 373 W. W. Gary Mechanical Contractors, Inc. 372 Wade, Andy 36C Wainwright, Carolyn 3GG Wakim, Patricia 354 Walker Fire Protection Service Inc. 375 Walker, Mattie 366 Walker, Mike 157 Wall, Jeannie 367 Wallace, Tom 161 Wallin, James 303, 367 Walls, Steven 277, 367 WalBh, Karen 74, 77 Walsh, Shirley 344 Walter, Dana 367 Walters, Anne 344 Walthal, Beth 170, 171 Walton, Anita V. 232,233 Walton, Kim 260, 261 , 367 Wardlaw, Vincient 344 Ware, Julie 255, 367 Ware, Kenneth 261 , 263 Warmath, Marvin 344 Warren, Lorri 237, 344, 350 Watkins, Tina 273, 344 Watson, Jodi 158 Watts, Sarah 237 Weatherly, Kelly 234 Weaver, Carol 298, 367 Weaver, Donna 273, 344 Weaver, II, Floyd 345 Webster, Richard 221 Weeks, Vikki 273, 367 Weiss Auto Parts Co-, Inc. 373 Welborn, Joslyn 234 Wells, Beverly 367 Werne, Paige 367 Weme, Tiffany 367 Wemer, Mary Beth 255, 367 WKSCOS72 West, Cheryl 298, 345 West, Chris 218 West, Gary 118, 119 West, Sandi 296 Westbrook, Trina 272, 273, 285, 367 Whalen, Lisa 367 Whaley, Lea 345 Whaley, Lisa 253, 367 Whitaker, Terri 276 Whitaker, Toni 367 White, Courtenay 247, 306, 307, 367 White, David 229 White, Gary 203 White, Gerald 164 White, Gina 345 White, Judith221, 345 White, Peter 265, 367 White, Stephanie 204, 205 White, Susan 230, 253, 367 Whitehead, Maggie 159 Whitelaw, Melanie 345 Whiting, John 367 Whitwell, Andy 131 Whitworth, Butch 194 Wiegert, Michael 305, 367 Wiggins, Michael 367 Wilburn, Clint 225 Wild, David 345 Wilder, JoAnn 345 Wilfong, John 1 45, 1 46, 1 47, 1 50 Wilhelm, Karen 298, 367 Wilkerson, Esther 367 Wilkerson, Patrick 116 Wilkes, Debbie 229, 367 Wilkes, John 367 Wilkinson Petrol Service Inc. 375 Willett, Kathy 253, 367 Williams, Alexis 367 Williams, Allan 225, 328 Williams, Deborah 345 Williams, Felisia 306, 307, 345 Williams, Jake A. 218 Williams, Jeff 225 Williams, Joe 263, 345 Williams, John 146 Williams, Kelli 367 Williams, Lee 265, 367 Williams, Letitia 261 , 367 Williams, Lynn 367 Williams, Mark 229 Williams, Mary 345 Williams, Natalie 367 Williams, Ranthy 367 Williams, Sarah 311, 367 Williams, Sharon 273, 345 Williams, Stacey A. 234 Williams, Stephanie 367 Williams, Steve 1 96, 1 97, 1 99 Williamson, Sarah 367 Willoughby, Paul 367 Wills, David 265, 367 Wilson, Daphne 260 WilBon, Denise 298, 367 Wilson, Terri 229, 367 Winberry, Ruth Ann 226 Winders, Leigh 298, 367 Winrow, Michelle 136, 137, 141 Winslow, Rusty 157 WofTord, Jennifer 367 Wofford, Rebekah 367 Wolter, Nancy 176 Womack, Jeff 1 31 , 1 33, 1 35 Women ' s Golf 170-171 Women ' s Panhellenic Council 241, 247 Women ' s Self -Government Association 215 Women ' s Soccer 204-205 Women ' s Studies Student Association 236-237 Women ' s Tennis 162-163 Women ' s Track 166-167 Womeodi, Tony 324 Wood, David 283, 345 Wood, Tim 191 Woods, Gloria 247, 261 , 345 Woodward, Michael 221 , 277, 367 Wooten, Lynn 298, 345 World Affairs Club 213, 214 Worsham, III Robert 367 Worthington, Tracey 229 Wray, III, Robert 345 Wright, Lisa 367 Wright, Whit 233 Wyatt, Vickie 345 Billy M.Jones 1973-1980 MSU Trivia Answers 1. Zach Curlin was the winningest ' football coach in Memphis State history and the first coach to go undefeated. 2. Tuition in 1912 was free to any student who was a resident of Tennessee. 3. South Campus was previously Kennedy Hospital. 4. The first president was Seymour A. Mynders. 5. Tom is 15 on Sept. 20, 1987. 6. There have been three Miss Americas from Memphis State. Barbara Jo Walker was Miss America in 1947, Claire Ford was Miss Black Black America in 1977 and Kellye Cash was crowned Miss America in 1987. 7. During World War II, Mynders Hall, which was built and still is a women ' s dorm was used for housing Air Force trainees. 8. Scates Hall, which now houses the Center for Student De velopment, at one time served as both a men ' s and women ' s dorm, though not at the same time. 9. The junior class of 1944 was all women. 10. In 1959, following a four year court battle and a one year wait, eight black students began classes at Memphis State . 11. The school has had ten presidents, including one who was president twice. They are Seymour A. Mynders, John Willard Brister, Andrew A. Kincannon, John Willard Brister, Richard C. Jones, Jennings B. Sanders, J. Millard Smith, Cecil C. Humphreys, Billy Mac Jones and Thomas G. Carpenter. 12. The DeSoto was first published in 1916. 13. The racquetball, handball and pom pon squad are all national champions. 14. Getwell used to be Shotwell, but it ' s easy to understand why they changed it if you answered 3. 15. Mynders Hall and the Administration Building are the only two of the three orginal buildings left. The third, the president ' s house, was torn down to make room for Patterson Hall. 16. Originally, everyone at Memphis State recieved a teaching certificate. 386 Index 17. The Greek organization still on campus in its orginal form is Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority, which was chartered in 1947. 18. The first black Greek organization at Memphis State was Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, which received its charter in 1963. 19. Homecoming parades were held on Main Street, in downtown Memphis. 20. Memphis State first beat Ole Miss in 1967. The score was 27 to 17. The city commission awarded the stadium goal posts to the University to celebrate the win which took twenty years to accomplish. 21. Memphis State attained university status in 1957. 22. Freshmen even at Memphis State, were forced to wear beanies. 23. In 1915, following the final football game, the students paraded the streets chanting We fight like tigers! Although the teams were called Tigers in student publications, it wasn ' t until 1941, when West Tennessee State Teachers College became Memphis State College, that we also officially became the Tigers. 24. The zip code is 38152. 25. The number 50 bus runs through campus. Bonus Answers 1. Bing Crosby crowned the first Miss Memphis State. 2. Wesley Highland Towers, the senior citizen ' s home, was originally built as a residence hall in the late sixties, but when the dorm did not fill, the building was sold. 3. John Willard Brister, the second and fourth president, wrote the school ' s alma mater. 4. The first Pouncer was Jay Wayne Johnson. Students who play Mudball in the spring are contributing to the Jay Wayne Johnson Scholarship Fund. 5. Councilman Bill Hyman represents the Memphis State area. The Results 90 to 100 -A Very good, you should go far. 80 to 89 -B Not bad, you must like this school. 70 to 79 - C Average, but never fear, you ' ll fit right in at Memphis State. We ' re all average. 60 to 69 - D Either you ' re a freshman or you stumbled onto the campus by mistake. 59 to - F You must be here on scholarship. What ' s your ACT score, 10? If it ' s any consolation to you low scorers, read the yearbook and play the game again. Most of the answers are here. u Yacuzzo, Annette 345 Yahola, Wes 74 Yap, Cheeming 345 Yarcas, Tim 175 Yates, Angela 367 Yates, HI, Duke 225, 262, 345 YMCA 213 Yochim, Mike 225 York, Gary 175 Young Insulation Group of Memphis, Inc. 369 Young, Damon 133 Young, Kenneth 345 Young, Kimberly O. 337 Young, Matthew 277, 367 Young, Pamela 345 Young, Zin 324 Youngner, Gregory 286, 367 Yunos, Norhalinda 345 YWCA 213 z Zeta Phi Beta 239, 314-315 Thomas C. Carpenter 1980-present Index 387, Freedom of expression is everyone ' s right as this student finds out. He is making a sidewalk mural between the University Center and the Administration Building. (Photo from The Daily Helmsmart) Hi Mom! On occasion the cheerleading squad gets additional help from Baby Pouncer, who, unlike here, is anything but a pacifist when it comes to Tiger basketball. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) A, .s students at Memphis State, each person contributes a little of himself to the growth of the University. The students and staff make up the University. It ' s survival of the fittest and Memphis State with its wide variety of people is surviving and reigning supreme. For the first time, MSU ranks above the University of Tennessee in entering students ' ACT scores. We have a new football coach and a new basketball coach. Greeks and organizations have gotten together to show their pride in Memphis ' University. The DeSoto staff wants to salute the backbone of MSU — the students and their Changing Faces. inal Li E I very school has something to be proud of and Memphis State is no exception. Not only do we have that something, we have everything. For the last 75 years MSU has seen changes in the growth of the university, in the acceptance standards, in the sports program and in the student body as a whole. From a two-year institution for teachers only to a four -year university with a wide range of majors, concentrations and miscellaneous for everyone, Memphis State has seen it all. No longer are only white students with a high school education the norm. Memphis State has no norm. There are students here from Malaysia, Africa, China, England, Ohio and Hawaii. Each brings his own special culture to add to MSU ' s own culture. Side-by-side, students cheer for the Tiger teams and work to make the grade. Student life consists of dorm life, commuter life and Greek life. There is a little spice for everyone. They say the Constitution was written for the people and by the people; so is MSU. The students make the University. We run it; we change it and we love it. Give it the old college try, they say. Sometimes it takes a little more than we ' re willing to give but MSU students go the extra mile. We support the winning seasons and the not-so-winning ones. We were there for Tiger basketball even though an NCAA trip was out of the question. We were there for the football game against Vanderbilt and Homecoming Court selection. We were there for Lady Tiger sports that needed a little extra encouragement. After all, women ' s basketball was first at MSU. We changed the rules when we didn ' t like them. And picked our own people to run our Student Goverment. We expressed our opinions in The Daily Helmsman and on the U.C. Mall when necessity called for our support. Memphis State University was a testing groud for all those areas we wanted to get involved in. Journalism majors benefitted from the many student publications. Political science majors tried their politicking on SGA election day. And Model U.N. was a place to try out caucusing and voting tactics. ROTC gave students a taste of military life before they joined. Performing in the band and in plays and musicals gave those talented individuals a place to express themselves. You name it; we ' ve got it. Memphis State is home to a growing Greek system. These individuals decided to give a little time for social and a lot of time for philanthropy. The University supported their successes and failures. Need a volunteer and a hard worker, call a Greek. But what are we here for? Grades getting you down? ESP to the rescue. MSU students make the grade (with a little help sometimes). UT doesn ' t have a thing on those scholarly Tigers. There is an avenue for the young and the older-than-average student. Want a major that ' s right for you? Create it through the University College. Memphis State stresses individualism and hard work. Each person contributes his own. At the close of another year, we reflect on many things, but the best thing of all is knowing that in 100 years there will be someone else reflecting on the changes we have made. 390 Closing No thrill of victory here. Coach Charlie Bailey takes a moment on the sidelines of the Louisville game to reflect on the old saying, If at first you don ' t succeed... Bailey kept team spirit up throughout the season even though the final team record was a disappointing 1-10. (Photo by Kathy Armstrong) A-tisket, a-tasket, look what ' s in my basket. Every MSU student ' s dream is to find a basket of money outside the University Store, especially during book rush. (Photo from the Mississippi Valley Collection) 391 Changing Faces P m + Who says the campus isn ' t beautiful? Two art students discuss the critical effects of shading and light as they sketch surroundings. (Photo by Devin Greaney) iH 392 Closing Splashing toward the finish, cross country runner David Topham was named to the All-Metro team. The senior runner from England won first place for the Memphis State Invitational in the fall. (Photo courtesy of Sports Information) Times have certainly changed since this Memphis State student was a member of the Mighty Sound of the South. College enrollment for MSU has risen steadily over the years to over 20,000 students presently enrolled. (Photo from The Daily Helmsman) 393 Changing Faces Too cool for school. Taking a break from a hectic class schedule helps to keep a student ' s sanity intact. The forum area between the Music and Communication Buildings is a good place for this reflection time. (Photo by Devin Greaney) 394 Closing And may the dirtiest man win. Keith Gray shouts a victory call as his team slams another one over the net at the annual Mudball activities. Gray is a member of the Student Ambassador Board which sponsors the event yearly along with K-97 and the Varsity Inn. (Photo by Devin Greaney) On the side, a MSU football player watches as he takes a break from the field. Memphis State fielded a young team under a new coach when Rey Dempsey was fired in November of 1985. (Pho to by Kathy Armstrong) .395 Changing Faces Male Female Mudwrestlin ' Champs. Darrin Duck Devault and Daphne Bird-legs Lubkowitz show the award-winning style that caused so many oohs and ahs at this year ' s Mudball festivities. Duck and Bird- legs left for the chicken coop soon after the match. (Photo by Devin D.G. Greaney) That DeThoto staff is tho dynamic! Staff retreats at Meeman Shelby Forest are a time for meeting the real person under that Thursday meeting facade. The child in the lower right-hand corner is referred to as a DeSoto legacy (poor child). (Photo by Pigman 86) 396 mpr 1987 DeSoto From Thursday meetings to lost photos, from 2 a.m. Friday nights to battles with the Macintosh, the staff from hell knows its Survival of the Fittest From the editor — Whew! (That ' s a sigh of relief for all those of you who aren ' t into sound effects!) As the last pages of the 75th Anniversary Edition of the DeSoto go to press, there are a few things I ' d like to say to the student body and to my staff. — To all of Memphis State University: Thanks so much for all the support you ' ve given the DeSoto this year. We ' ve broken records for sales and for student photo participation. This year ' s book really will be a reflection of how proud the student body, faculty and staff are of Memphis State University. Without your help and concern, this university wouldn ' t have made it through it ' s first 7 5 years and certainly wouldn ' t last through the next. — Now to my staff: How to express my appreciation to such a fine bunch of people is my dilemma at this moment. There seem to be no words that can explain all that these people have done to make this edition a reality. With the addition of 100 more pages to the book to highlight MSU ' s history and our new computer system, sometimes I wondered if it was all going to work but the staff pulled through for me and for the people interested in this year ' s book. • To my Associate Editor and best friend, Daphne Lubkowitz: Your hard work and dedication is appreciated. You ' ve been there at times when I wanted to quit and helped put me back on the right track. Working a double shift as my assistant and the crap-taker, you ' ve been the most important element in the production of this book. Thanks for making me realize that it ' s all worthwhile (even from Chatt-town!). • To my Layout Editor, John J.C. Christopher, and Paste-up Artist, Steve Stewart: The book would not exist in it ' s final form without the help of you two guys. I never knew two men could be so very valuable to the staff. You ' ve been there even at 2 a.m. on a Friday. That ' s what I call dedication. Thanks for your hard work and diligence. • To my Photo Editors, Lesley Craig and Kevin Lazarini: Let ' s face it, we ' ve had our ups and downs but you two have really done a superb job. Without you there would be no pictorial history for students to show. Demanding I am, but you got the job done — thanks for sticking to it. • To my Sports Editors, Kathy Armstrong and Darrin Devault: You two stuck to it and really made my job so much easier. For the first time in three years, I haven ' t had to do a single sports story! I consider that a miracle. Thanks for helping me breathe easier. • To my Student Life Editors, Shawn Conners and Linda Moore: Can you believe it ' s over? Thanks for pushing to the max. The dedication you ' ve had to the book has made my job worth all the headaches. (continued on page 398) My name is Rip Seevers, a.k.a. Devin Greaney, and I ' m assigned to shoot all the Greeks and live to write about it. Fortunately, the mother ship protects me on these missions. (Self-portrait) Staff 397 Three Tacky Women. Your student activity fee sent these country bumpkins to the capital city to represent Memphis State. While they were there, they did lunch and the town. (Photo by that Adviser Woman) The meaning of life. If a man digs a hole three feet deep in the DeSoto office but ends up in heaven with Elvis Presley, who ' d .ever believe it and why? Ask our multi- talented office manager, Cindy Hill. P.S. Anyone need a hula dancer? (Photo by Tippy Turtle) Jock of the Year. Darrin Devault, Sports Editor, opens his DeSoto necessity made to be modeled during late night rendezvous with the editor. Devault needed lessons on how to wear his new present as later in the evening, the jock ended up on his head. (Photo by A First Family Member) Survival of the Fittest . . . • To my Greeks Editor, Julie Nowicki: I ' ve said it again and again, Hard work and persistence pay off! And so it did. This year ' s Greek section is one of the best ever (including mine as a freshmen!) and it ' s because of you. Thanks for putting up with my fits of editorship and for doing such a great job. •To my People Editor, Bill Thompson: I really hate to see you go. For two years you ' ve been a highlight to this staff. I never worried once about good ' ole reliable Bill. Thanks for that security and for your once again superb section. • To my Academics Organizations Editor, Missy Smith: Thought I ' d forgotten you, huh? You are great. Having two sections to work on and getting it all accomplished is a major feat. Both sections show the dedication you put into everything. Thanks bunches. — And last but not least, to a few special people: • Dr. Sandra Utt, Adviser: No one realizes the work you put into this book. You ' re more than an adviser, you ' re a friend. The past three years on the staff have been worth it all because I know that you care enough to be there when we need you, even at 2 a.m. You ' ve kept us going and meeting deadlines (most of the time!). Thanks for your time, energy and caring about the staff and the book. •Cindy Hill, Office Manager: Thanks for two years of dedication and caring. You ' ve done every job that no one else wanted and you are appreciated. • Devin Greaney, Staff Photographer: Anytime we needed an all-purpose staff member, you were the first name to come to mind. I ' m sure that every person on this staff has come to count on you for something, including writing Greek stories! Thanks for the good times and good work. • Sherri Fisher, Staff Writer: Student Life (and a few other sections) could not have done without you. Thanks for all you ' ve contributed and for your smiling face. • Rod Hagwood, History Editor: Although we didn ' t make it through the year w ith your dry sense of humor, we ' ll always remember the hard work and warnings ( Don ' t offend these people, we need them!!! ). Thanks for the great job you did with the opening history. Well, I guess that about covers it. You out there in Memphis State land will never know how much dedication you have to have to put together a book for all to be proud of. We on the DeSoto staff do it not just for you, but because we love it. It ' s amazing how addictive all this pressure is. We hope you enjoy what we ' ve done. Without your support, there ' d be no book. Sincerely yours, SlM. Tona D. Jackson Editor 398 mp 1987 DeSoto 1987 DeSoto staff Editor Copy Editor Tona TJ — From the desk of the bitch Jackson Associate Editor Copy Editor Daphne My butt hurts and I have bird legs Lubkowitz Adviser Sandra Here are the new, new instructions for the Mac Utt, Ph.D. Layout Editor John JC — Yea, I ' ll be here with my b-b-biscuits Christopher Photo Editor Lesley Call me, not the editors Craig Photo Editor Kevin You be illin Lazarini Academics Organizations Editor Missy I finally finished my section Smith Greeks Editor Julie 76 and still counting Nowicki History Editor Rod You ' re black?!? Thummmp — closed door Hagwood People Editor Bill First family of Dead Goobers Thompson Sports Editor Kathy @ %$ A A )( @— No comment Armstrong Sports Editor Darrin Duck — Lookin ' to lay Devault Student Life Editor Shawn Where ' s my disk Conners Student Life Editor Linda Four Tacky Women Moore Office Manager Cindy I don ' t philosophize (new word) Hill Staff Photographer Devin The only non-Greek Greek writer Greaney Staff Writer Sherri Just 10 more pounds to go Fisher Paste-up Artist Steve I ' m getting me a Coke Stewart Tassle love. Editor Tona Jackson models the latest fashion in DeSoto necessities. Every editor is required to layout and square up with John Christopher, alias Van Halen, at the office at late hours. At least that ' s what it said in the contract. (Photo by The Unknown Photographer) The eyes of the world are upon you. Julie, now you wouldn ' t do anything to make the staff ashamed of you would you? Like maybe hang around with the likes of Satan? (Photo by the Church Lady) I wear my sunglasses while I ' m illin ' . Photo Editor Kevin Lazarini received the gift of coolness for his constant jaunts as DeSoto DJ or our in-house rapper. Zzzzztttt! Zzzzttt! (Photo by Run DMC) Staff 399 400 The End One last time. This MSU staff member takes his job seriously as he makes one last round at the steps of the Communicatior and Fine Arts building. (Photo by Greg Read) 1987 DeSoto Volume 71 of Memphis State University ' s DeSoto was lithographed by Josten ' s American Yearbook Company of Clarksville, Tenn. John Cole was the company ' s representative. The DeSoto submitted camera-ready layouts permitting the staff to utilize many typographic and graphic effects. All copy, headlines and subheads were created on a Macintosh Plus using the LaserWriter Plus for typesetting. Headline styles are New Century Bold. Copy is set 10 12 New Century Medium. Cutlines are set 11 12 Narrow Helvetica. All rules lines were either laid down by students using border tape or created on the Macintosh. Lines close register to photos are 1 pt. Screened backgrounds were handled by Josten ' s technicians. All tints are 10, 20, 30, 60 or 100 percent black or a tempo color. All tempo colors were used as spot colors. Paper stock is 80 pound gloss. Endsheet stock is 65 pound cover weight stainless steel with navy ink applied. The cover material is Craftline Embossed on a 150 point binder ' s board with a design created by John Christopher, layout editor. Nighthawk and sapphire are the two materials applied to the cover in addition to the silver metalay and foil stamping. All underclassmen and senior portraits were shot by Varden Studios of Syra- cuse, New York. Collegiate Concepts of Atlanta, Ga. handled all advertisements. The DeSoto is a member o f the National Scholastic Press Association and the Associated Collegiate Press Association. The press run for the 1987 DeSoto was 2,000 copies. The staff wishes to thank the staff members of the Mississippi Valley Collection at Memphis State University ' s for their help in obtaining the history pictures for this edition. Address all inquiries to the DeSoto, Meeman Journalism Building, Memphis State University, Memphis, Tn., 38152. It ' s About Time