Mississippi State University - Reveille Yearbook (Starkville, MS)

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CHANGING WITH THE TIMES With computers pushing through as a most efficient means of constructive business and innovation, this era could ap- propriately be entitled The Computer Era. Heeding the great demand for expertise in the field, MSU offers not only a wide range of computer science curricula, but also an opportunity for research in the area. The primary concentrations distributed through the University include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences (Depart- ments of Computer Science and Mathematics), the College of Engineering (Departments of Electrical Engineering and Industrial Engineering), and the College of Business and Industry (Department of Infor- mation Systems and Quantitative Analysis). Future educators are expressing a desire to learn more about the structure and uses of computers for their probable use in elemen- tary, secondary, and college levels. This year MSU ' s preregistration set a hopeful precedent in the use of computers This robot was built and designed by Dr. Edwin Ellis of the Computer Science Dept. Students use computer terminals such as these located in McCool Hall to work on lab assignments. to preregister students for the spring semester, hoping that the use of computers will increase the speed and efficiency of preregistering. Active research programs at MSU led by various professors have utiliz- ed artificial intelligence in natural language processing, robotics, numerical analysis, and development of communication systems. In an attempt to bring cooperation be- tween various colleges, the computer scien- tists at MSU have established a reputation of proficiency and expertise in computer science instruction and research. [ } Marianne Warren 16M I i ♦ •■-■• JS HP Scott Norwood 16 Changes

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HOMECOMING ' 84 A MISSISSIPPI STATE OF MIND Homecoming 1984 — entitled A Mississip- pi State of Mind — was celebrated with events and activities that instilled in MSU students a sense of pride and dedication to their university. To begin the week, MSU proudly named as its Homecoming Court Suzanne Harris — Homecoming Queen, Mary Lee Hammond — Senior Maid, Allyson Ashmore — Junior Maid, Chris Caffey — Sophomore Maid, and Brenda Williams — Freshman Maid. Friday, October 12 officially kicked-off the weekend, beginning with an ice-cream give away, sponsored by the MSU alumni Delegates. Next, Bully gallantly led the Homecoming parade through the streets of the campus, followed by cheering students hanging from almost any kind of vehicle. The celebration transformed into a huge pep rally featuring MSU ' s superior cheerleader squad and that famous and loyal supporter known as Bully. The Forestry Club bonfire and a spectacular fireworks display followed in attempts to spark some Bulldog enthusiasm for Satur- day ' s game against Kentucky. To complete the evening, a Homecoming Outdoor Rock Extravaganza was enjoyed by those not yet ready to end the busy day. Rolling out of bed early Saturday morning, fans began again, enjoying special breakfasts, dinners, and barbeques with various campus- wide organizations. Finally, the moment arrived for which all preparation was intended — kick-off tirru 1:30 p.m. — Scott Field. A crowd of 30, excited fans cheered the Dawgs on as they cessfully kept control of the game until fourth quarter, when State, leading 13-10, stunned by a fake punt play which providi new game for the Kentucky Wildcats, halting MSU ' s dream of a Homecor victory. The crowd, accepting defeat, dwindled f Scott Field, returning home to rest from hot, tiring afternoon and to get ready, c again, to floc k to Frat Row for the post-g; parties. R Marianne Wa: S|8