Missouri State University - Ozarko Yearbook (Springfield, MO)

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.f- a! I , 'Hwang . l A iv -'Q' . 1 l mm M i g I ,j s I ' A,, H 'rw' s ,MM N., f f ' S - if K 2 X 3 K I . x K x A 'M' MCDONALD ARENA: A good place for a coke and a smile. The steps of the building are a favorite place for athletes to relax between classes and enjoy the view while observing cheerleaders, hockey players, and frisbee enthusiasts practicing in the quadrangle in front of the arena. A STUDENT FINDS time to sit crosslegged in the sun behind the Campus Union. l ' SUGAR BEAR Diane Terry adds a little more spirit to Homecoming as she and the other Sugar Bears perform in the parade with the Marching Bruin Band. Branching Outf3

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E Growing up and out The fact that SMSU is nestled in the heart of the Ozarks contributed to the unique blending of students who attended the University this year. SMSU combined a rare mixture of city life and country life, as students from all but four counties in the state of Missouri were represented. A strong sense of campus unity was prevalent on several occasions through- out the year, as both independent and greek members of the student body joined forces to celebrate homecoming, and support athletic events. Issues on the national level also sparked student interest as this year marked the election of the 40th president. Other issues of national concern were the nuclear energy controversies, and the continued American hostage situation in Iran. The rising student enrollment at SMSU resulted in the progressive and vast expansion of the campus. A total of 15,841 students were enrolled for the fall semester, marking the first time that enrollment had exceeded 15,000 on the Springfield campus. This was an increase of 1,025 over the fall of 1979. The atmosphere on campus was, for the most part, relaxed and informal. continued on page 4 STUDENTS FIND a relaxing place to study in the shady spots behind Craig Hall.

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Growing . . . Students from larger cities were impressed by the easy-going sense of Warmth and friendliness found in the Ozarks. Likewise, students from smaller towns were receptive to the excitement of Big city living. Throughout the past 75 years, Springfield has witnessed the develop- ment of SMSU. The strong and steady growth of the University resulted in physical expansion of the campus, improvement of academic excellence, and achievement of University status. SMSU and the city of Springfield have contributed to each other's growth. Together, the two are Branching Out. V MB nching Out .Q , E i im i i A STUDENT BY DAY, Mariellen Parker polishes REFLECTING ON the day's events, ,Drew up for the evening in her room in Freddy dorm. Woolery, agriculture major, spends a few minutes at the ag table in the Bear's Den.