Miami University - Recensio Yearbook (Oxford, OH)

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One by one students came upon the entrance signified by the inevitable smokestack as it swelled into existence. inding through the hills of Southern Ohio you looked for some sign of hope. A Sign showing the journey in the country- side was near an end. Finally, a tall, red-brick structure appeared on the horizon. This dormant smokestack Nestled among the green hills and smooth water on Western campus the modernly structured museum created a sharp contrast to Georgian architecture seen in most buildings around campus. Photo by Brian Connair Brian Connair Not to be lost in a crowd, one serious face, Bridget Brandewie, employed her services as a loyal member of Miami's fan club. meant you would soon reach Miami. After climbing the final hill, you found yourself in a land of emerald trees, deep-blue skies and red bricks. You had found the Land of Oxford where you hoped to fulfill your great expectations. Mark B. Fleming An unruffled environment, warm fall sunshine and the Formal Gardens behind East Quad provided a place to get away from main campus. Great Expectations 3 ittine Eric W

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Miami, full of different characters, supported all the athletes by cheering from the stands. Even Pete the Wonder Dog stood along the sidelines supporting old MU. Like Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, you had left the security of family, friends and home to seek adventures you had only dreamed about. You were mixed in with a variety of charac- ters who were in Oxford for a variety of reasons. There were the scarecrows who wanted a brain - those who were at Miami for a good education. Miami had a solid scholastic reputation throughout the country and the knowl- edge-seekers expected to live up to that reputation. Others came to college hoping to A scholarly pose held Anita Brown in contemplation amidst the many colors of fall. This season brought a new school year with new classes, hard studying and more good times. Photo by Brian Connair Bill Savage WW Fans were always to be found at Miami's football games. Besides showing spirit and supporting the team, this occupation gave students a chance to show their rowdier side. become stronger, more independent people. They wanted to stand on their own two feet. They were the lions who came to the land for courage. Still, some Miamians came to col- lege for a good time. They wanted to go to parties, make new friends and perhaps fall in love. Like the tin man, they made the journey with their hearts in mind. Finally, there were the students who weren,t really sure why they were here. College was iithe thing to doii after high school. They were like Toto e just following the crowd. Bill Savage Great Expectations 5