Mississippi College - Tribesman Yearbook (Clinton, MS)

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For many MC students there is rela- tively little time when they can relax from the pressure of school and also find out what ' s going on around cam- pus. One of the strategic spots to spend these few precious moments is in the cafeteria. While here they can for- get their worries- most of them that is-their health is an altogether differ- ent story. As a student enters the cafeteria, the first obstacle with which he has to deal is the long line. Although there are facilities for two lines, it has become standard procedure for only one line to be open until only five people are re- maining. At this point the second line is opened. There are two merits to be gained, however, from standing in line for no less than twenty minutes. Undoubtedly your posture is improved by stretching your neck in order to glimpse some fa- miliar face who might be honored by your presence. This time also gives you the chance to meet new friends and perhaps manage a date for Saturday night. Upon arriving at the salad bar, you realize that your long wait is almost over. Before you lies a variety of fresh crisp vegetables (that is, if you arrive within ten minutes of opening time). From then on it is a down hill battle. Oh, for those forgotten days of crou- tons and crackers! Next comes the desserts, a source of pride for the management. When at their best, Sarah Lee would have to give them a pat on the back. After this brief moment of elation a period of in- decision strikes. In this moment of panic one is allotted twenty seconds to make the crucial choice: to have a frankfurter with baked beans, liver and onions, or the chef ' s favorite- mystery meat. Rhonda Nations stocks up on the delicious cafe- teria food. 18

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For tribe members, the first few weeks were hectic for reasons other than adjustments to class schedules- preparing for rush parties more than occupied the time of members, and particularly that of the Rush Chairman or, rather, Chairperson. Actually, preparing for one rush party begins almost as soon as one party is over, and many hours were spent in the summer by the dedicated KTs, LTs, NT’s, and ST’s, preparing props for the parties and making favors for the in-coming freshmen girls. Within a week of registration, freshmen and transfer girls were invited to join the rush” to gain membership into the tribe of their choice with the general rush meeting. Coke parties, which allowed the girls to get acquainted with the tribe members, were held the following week. Then came the two big weeks— the time for the tribes to present their talents in elaborately decorated sets, adapting familiar themes and songs to their particular use (What would the tribes have done without Rogers and Hammerstein?). Nenamoosha, thru the luck of the draw, was the first to present their show, Entitled A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes,” the show depicted the plights of poor Teddy Bear, played by NT Beau Ronald Kyzar, who only had one leg and couldn’t dance with the bear of his dreams, Tina Bear, played by Suzanne Higdon. In the end, Teddy got his girl due to the totally accepting love of Tina, which illustrated to the rushees NT’s desire to get to know and love the girls for what they are. Laguna Rush 1978 told the story of Raggedy Ann as told by Raggedy Andy. After being placed by her little owner in the attic, Raggedy Ann is refound and actually comes to life due to the love of those around her. Laguna urged the rushees to let Laguna love bring them to live. With a take-off on Gunsmoke, Swannanoa presented ST Gold Rush 1978.” With unique set changes and easily distinguishable good guys and bad guys-just look for the white hat-the story told of a hoax perpetrated in the town by the bad guys. The bad guys had everyone believing they had the gold, and the good guys wanted to share, but in the end the only gold in Swannanoa turned out to be the rushees. This was ST’s way of inviting the girls to look them over. Kissimee concluded the rush parties with their revue, Look for the Silver Lining.” With the setting of Susan getting ready to come to college and wondering what to expect, the skits gave some probable (and improbable) possibilities. Dancing, dating and dorm daddies were featured. The traditional scene of the mother and daughter’s goodbye was a tear-jerker, as played by Susan Miller and Melanie Taylor. Kissimee urged the rushees to look for the silver lining through out their college years. Teddy Bear (Ronald Kyzar) sings to his true lov e Tina Bear (Suzanne Higdon) at the end of NT rush A Dream is a Wish Your Heart makes. Teddy’s dream comes true. Concluding their rush party with their song Lagunas breath a sigh or relief that the hard work is over— at least for a while. After the Laguna party, the rushees get the chance to talk to the club members and find out more about the tribe.

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The MC cafeteria is famous for its mealtime en- tertainment by Paul Hartford. The cafeteria is a great place to celebrate impor- tant events . . . like Debbie’s 18th birthday. that someone has moved your books, and you are now sitting in a very scenic spot-right under the window and on the floor. Having finally obtained a seat, the floorshow soon begins. At each meal the young ladies of MC present a fash- ion review for anyone who will stop to notice them. On occasion anything from satin gym shorts to formal attire is modeled. This is also the time when everyone gets to see the new engagement ring or finds out that your old boyfriend has just asked out your ex-best frined. Wal- ter Cronkite would have to work over- time to spread the news faster than it can travel in the cafeteria. It is this aspect of the cafeteria that draws students to it. If they get a little something to eat while there, it only makes them a little less hungry and so makes their bill at Ken ' s a little less extravagant. -Charles Dunn Killer’s Korner’’ was definitely the place to eat. Next, the student is ushered to the vegetables where a selection of every size, snape, and color of peas and beans awaits. On occasion you might detect the odor of carrots, squash, or spinach only to find that the last spoonful was served to the person who cut in front of you in line. The meal is topped off with a selection of bread which occasionally is fresh. At other times, the rolls make great paper weights. As you make your way to your re- served seat at the corner table, you find 19