Missouri Western State University - Griffon Yearbook (St Joseph, MO)

Text from Pages 1 - 280 of the 1979 volume:

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Passage of Proposition 13 in California brought about a taxpayer revolt that swept across state after state like a giant tidal wave, bringing with it floods of revisions in tax laws, and even a few tax cuts. Farmers across the nation mounted their tractors for the second time in as many years, and set out for Washington to protest un- fair farm policies, and for the second time, they got little response from President Carter or the Congress. For me, the past year has been filled with challenges con- cerning both school and work. I find myself being pulled in two directions most of the time. I have had to choose my priorities in life very carefully. I think that my horizons have greatly expanded during the past year. Linda Garrick The world watched with apprehension as agreements were hammered out in the SadatlBegin Summit and strategic arms limitations were decided on by the United States and the Soviet Union. Protesters in lran led a movement to drive the Shah out of the country and the dollar sank to new lows on world money markets. Those of us who lived in the Midwest found ourselves digging out after record- breaking snowstorms dumped more than 20 in- ches of snow on the ground and Governor Teasdale announced plans to lay off 1000 state employees sometime in the early part of the summer. Across the nation and around the world, peo- ple were anxious for change, and they were making it happen. On the surface, the pace at Missouri Western A student in Dr. Ruffino's communicatrcgclass tclockwise from above leftl never knows quite what to expect next. The Student Services Building transforms itself into a twilight magic castle when seen through photographer Craig Drath's lens. A sextet of tubas from Liberty await the start of the Homecoming parade. Christmas spirit comes very much to life in the dorm room of Kathy Bond, Theresa Hunsaker, Kathy Wilson, Kay Barton, Judy Kottman and Cynthia Boland. Dr. John Gilgun fascinates an audience as he BECOMES one of his short stories, Hen . BEN WEDDLE BEN WEDDLE W ' w'WWva iw Q W'-'-'1gi , iigiaxi A nf. iss, , , is ly I gy, . I :wa ,1 W :'r- ' A .. 'Mx ' ' N M ' Iiiiiiiidfififi lg 'X' ' 1.5 51 HA ' , '1 I , + - it Ml, , ,, 1 f 1 1 '11, +4 Q' .' iv: 1 in i -ugh :ire Q 34 Q ,fx . ff 1 4 Lily X x L .H J' LL,f'- ' .2 i J Pm f M ix 5 Bri! O ii 1! .E .Wa !j Lit, ,., 2 ,fa Q gg V312 an if I-4 . 'i , ' W- ,Lu VA, V--A I . Xa ,Lg W gm M .2 ak ,qi g A I I 'WW Aff. . ' ' pd ' k 'QW f , G ' ll 2' I ' ' Y z 'Q 2 A i , ., ' '- A i 2 X g I yt.. 'I NDT. i 1 A529 . 5 1. ' x f L N ,, I .I zvy x A 1 V, 'V K Z ' 41 X it , J f A a ff, 1 L11 TW., , l Making it happen lf,.,..........., was, perhaps, a little less hurried. Each in- dividual who spent part of his life here will remember 1979 as something unique. Campus 'activists' will remember the heated conflict with Northwest Missouri State that started with an exchange of newspaper editorials and quickly erupted into a full-scale war of rumors that had everyone from students and college administrators to local politicians up in arms. Business majors will remember New York City as a special sort of classroom where they learned about the workings of Wall Street, and l try not to look at time in the context of years. I try to live eachfday, just as it comes. l know it sounds like a terrible cliche, but l've found that if you take each day as it comes, then you lessen the shock of something terrible suddenly happening to you. Mike Hans English students recall announcement of two updated programs in English Literature and Writing, with plans for a third program in Com- munications to begin during the fall semester next year. Campus residents won't forget crowding three people into a room that was designed for two, and cafeteria food that was, at times, better not to remember. Some will recall the giant mud slide on the hill or the banana cram or the disco that were a part of the dorm daze activities. Then there were those Wild Wathena Wednesdays, trips to the Breezeway on weekends and those famous luncheon specials at the Elwood Pizza Hut. 1979 was the year we watched Spratt Memorial Stadium rise day-by-day out of the dusty hillside as we drove to campus along lClockwise from lower Iefti Two unidentified young men stand totally enthralled as the Homecoming Parade passes. Members of Mound City's Marching Band help each other into uniforms before the parade. The American Marketing Association took first place honors with the best decorated car in the parade. Kevin Gundy receives instructions from the coaching staff located high above Noyes Field. Exemplifying supreme school spirit, Mary Walters leads a bonfire cheer for an enthusiastic crowd. 'tl J Tvfiittglia. 3: fly! 3 8 df' BEN WEDDLE CRAIG DHATH fy.: Q ,fn-fL,f .'g'7' ka A ,' ' WEDDLE . ! . 5 ff ,fp 4 F' -2.251 . . ' X 'y' Q 'A -x - .Y 7,-fu.-fr -- BEN fb 'SX fm if 'fl BEN WEDDLE BEN WEDDLE happen lContinuedj Northeast College Drive, and the big question was Where are they going to build that new fieIdhouse? Local history buffs remember 1979 as an im- portant milestone in the history of Missouri Western. lt brought to a close the first ten years on the new campus, and the feeling of pride we shared as having been a part of the new traditions and the growth that characterized those first ten years. Regardless of what we remember, each of us was changing and shaping his future. 1979 was the year we were MAKING IT HAPPEN. The past year has really been a blast for me! I met several new and interesting people, shared their secrets and mine with them, and got to know myself a little better in the process. If the coming years help as much as this one did, then l'll be very satisfied. Mark Watkins Northwest Missouri moves another step into the future tabove rightj with the arrival of the S.S.T. at Kansas City International Airport on December 20. St. Joseph skyline llower righti is a study of the ages, from the days ofthe Pony Express, to the recent renovations downtown, which include Flobidoux Center, First Federal Savings and Loan, the Buchanan County Courthouse, and the Landmark Building. Sunset reflecting off of the Missouri River ttar upper rightj silhouettes Steve Pfleiderer months before winter's onslaught. Interstate-229 nears completion on the west side of St. Joseph. tfar lower righti 'S 113. H - 1, Www, 9 1 V f Q its sf We g ... . M Y X Vvgmjky, 14 Rim '7'1'4w, ' ., Z 5 d f0.Ak r , sl 'F 8 ING IT HAPPEN IN STUDE LIFE T S 4' M' 4-w-'ou'-nu-. -up-.qw-n-v P1 - f14,v.,, .V ---Uqf.,-,-.,.,.,-, -.,. .- . ,,,,-.. ,X ,...,., .,,,,..qH.f-ravwps-as Hr N' QPF! dr, 'wi Mw ,'4 '9i'lhw Salute to St. Joseph Ten years ago - August 1, 1969, to be specific - Dr. M.O. Looney moved into a sparsely furnished office in the Frank E. Popplewell Administration building on the unsuliied cam- pus of Missouri Western College, making a permanent mark on the tabloids of history. A decade later - a mere grain of sand on the limitless desert of time - we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Missouri Western State College. But the history of this institu- tion of higher learning is still a young one, not yet developed into the mass of torrid tales and wonderful whoppers that lurk in the shadows of the town that Missouri Western calls home - St. Joseph, Missouri, U.S.A. While our campus was still woodlands, probably teeming William Clark and Meriwether Lewis passed by on their expedition to the Pacific Ocean. lt was in that 1804-06 trek, so soon after, that the land that is now St. Joseph was named Blacksnake Hills. Then, in 1826, a young man from St. Louis, following the best road through the Missouri wilderness - the Missouri River - jumped ashore at the foot of those same Blacksnake Hills, and the history of St. Joseph was set in mo- tion. His name was Joseph Robidoux, a man of powerful dreams and endless vision as a city of with indians, My history is an everlasting possession, not a prize composition which is heard and forgotten. -THUCYDIDES the growing United States of America. The history books will tell you that the city was named for Robidoux's patron saint, and most will agree. Others, however, will give a slightly different opinion that this man of powerful dreams wasn't getting enough sleep, and in a fit of restless passion, may have named the city after himself - the city's saintly founder. But, as Matthew Arnold said, On the breast of that huge Mississippi of falsehood called history, a foam-bell more or less is of no conse- quencef' Three years after the city's establishment, Flobidoux and other members of the local citizenry incorporated the Hannibal 81 St. Joseph Railroad, and on February 14, 1859, the first train from the east arrived in St. Joseph. Unfortunately, there wasn't a bridge across the Big Mud- dy. Commercially speaking, this would hurt St. Joseph in the years to come, for she was far ahead of Omaha and Kansas City in growth at the time, and had a good advantage of being an impor- tant link in the growth of the transcontinental railroad. St. Joseph would have its railroad days, but never to the extent of its expanding neighbors to the north and south. But every cloud has a silver lining. An old cliche, of course-but St. Joseph's silver lining made the young city the point of national atten- tion on a special day in the April of 1860. It was about 6:15 on the evening of April 3, 1860, when young Johnnie Fry, weighing just un- der 120 pounds, sopping wet, mounted his horse at Samuel Owens Jerome's barn on the west side of Main, between Jule and Faraon. Jerome gave the horse a slap on the rear and BEN WEDDLE A land without ruins is a land without memories is a land with history. -ABRAM JOSEPH RYAN The Victorian Era touched St. Joseph, tleftj with its symbolic suggestions of virtue and goodness. This ornamentation from a house on Hall Street implies the wrath of Satan on souls lost. St. Joseph City Hall fcenterj stands as the nucleus of St. Joseph's Democracy. Erected under President Franklin D. Roosevelt Ad- ministration's WPA, this monumental struc- ture contributes to the ambiance of St. Joseph's downtown district. The Buchanan County Courthouse flower lefty currently under renovation, highlights a ma- jestic skyline encompassing years of progress. The Missouri Theater flower righti designated this year as a historic landmark, reveals the sentimentality of years past in both decor and grandeur. ,H,,,,,,,.,.4. . -f 'E 00.-' U1 3 Q Salute toSt. Joseph icomag Johnnie rode off into the sunset and history, cheered on by hundreds of joyful onlookers. J. B. Moss was on hand that evening-a mere boy of ten years. Moss was also on hand April 20, 1940-eighty years and 17 days later, when St. Joseph unveil- ed an everlasting tribute to a piece of American heritage and St. Joseph pride. Five-year-old Jessamine Wallace pulled the cord that revealed the 7,200 pound bronze monument to the crowd. They responded with a deafening cheer that might have rattled the win- dow panes in the nearby City Hall. The Pony Express Memorial was described on the front page of the next day's St. Joseph News-Press: The scarf over the rider's horse served to keep dust from his nostrils in his gallop across the plains, and the mail was attached to a mochlla, a leather square thrown from one horse to another in the relay race with time. The bronze weight is taken care of by a support that suggests the mountains to be crossed, the sage brush and alkali desert. On one side is the sun and on the other the moon, symbolizing the ride that continued day and night. The statue was designed by Herman A. MacNeil, a nationally acknowledged and highly awarded sculptor, who described to perfection the strength and tenacity of the riders that brav- ed every element of nature to carry a few cherished letters from the East to the West at Sacramento, California. Although the venture was short lived, ending October 24 of the following year - due to the advancement of direct wire communication - the statue in the Civic Center triangle stands as a constant reminder of our frontier past. Less than two years before he became presi- dent, a little known Abraham Lincoln visited St. Joseph, where rumor has it he had a shave at the Patee House Hotel. Lincoln was the first of a long line of famous Americans to walk the streets of St. Joseph. With the coming of the Civil War, citizens of St. Joseph learned too well such infamous names Upon this point a page of history is worth a volume of logic . -OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES JR. as William Quantrill, Cole Younger and, perhaps, St. Joseph's most famous citizen, Jesse James. A number of towns in the area still claim some relationship to Jesse, whether it be birthplace, stomping grounds or place of burial. But St. Joseph has one connection with the famous James boy that we are dead sure nobody else can claim - April 3, 1828, the outlaw Jesse ,....., ,, 1 Nestled in a- serene setting, the St. Joseph State Hospital offers the first in psychiatric treatment for St. Joseph and area residents James was shot and killed in his home near 14th and Lafayette in St. Joseph, Missouri. But all of St. Joseph's residents weren't like Jesse. As a state, Missouri can claim Mark Twain and Harry Truman among others, and Walter Cronkite is one of St. Joseph's own, with more famous names to sprout up to notariety as time marches on. 0 Besides the anniversary of Missouri Western, 1979 also marks the anniversary of the railroad in St. Joseph. It was 120 years ago that the Han- nibal 8t St. Joseph Railroad line first pulled into town, marking many years of limitless progress for St. Joseph. The rail was the most powerful means ot transportation for many years, and as the rails spread, so spread the cities that it touched. A1 the height of the St. Joseph railroad era in 1929, as many as 90 passenger trains a day pulled into the Union Station at 6th and Monterey. During the years between the end of the Civil War and the Depression of the 1930s, St. Joseph grew and prospered faster and greater than al any other time in its history. The downtown area was filled with quality hotels, theatres and restaurants. Great mansions, some of which still remain on the outskirts of the business district, were erected in all their Victorian splendor. It was the Gilded Age, and business was king. On October 1, 1884, John J. Sheridan and Alvah Patee Clayton opened their small business at 516-18 Francis Street. The Sheridan-Clayton Paper Co. grew quickly, as did the Western Tablet St Stationery Co., which by Queen of the Apostles Church fleftj represents the gothic cathedral style EIVCHHBC- ture of the Renaissance. Two more examples of architectural variety in St. Joseph are these majestic houses on Hall Street. fbelowj The rustic setting of the Missouri River offers a stark contrast to the rising pylons of Interstate-229 on the east bank. fbelow lefty JOHN CARMODY CRAIG DRATH 1954 had become the largest firm of its kind in the world. And it, too, grew from humble begin- nings in St. Joseph. Some St. Joseph businessmen were ahead of their times. A group of these farsighted men es- tablished a factory for the production of steel railroad cars in 1888, feeling that the steel cars would be better than the wooden ones that now rattled on the rails. Unfortunately, the factory, located near the location of Mark Twain School, burned down and the venture failed. It was many years before the nation went to all-steel cars, but failure or no, St. Joseph was ahead of the nation. With prosperity coming in record proportions, St. Josephites needed a place to relax and enjoy the good life. And there was no place better to do just that than the Lotus Club at Lake Con- trary. Fine food, the best in entertainment, and nearby fishing, swimming and boating made Lake Contrary and the Lotus Club the place to be in these days when life was all yours and there for the taking. Once again, fire struck, and the Lotus was demolished in 1923, never again to send its golden rays out over the clear blue lake on a warm summer's eve. Before the Depression struck, testing the strength of the nation, St. Joseph erected two more structures that still stand as a daily reminder of the good old days. In 1927, St. Joseph opened a palace of beauty and magnificence - the Missouri Theatre. Restoration plans are already underway to bring the architectural marvel back to its original beauty - a testament to the past and a gift to the future. And on August 21, 1929, the Pony Express Bridge spanned the Missouri River and St. Joseph extended a grip of a brother to its neighbor across the way. The rest of the story is known well to most of us. The Depression, followed by the long recovery period, and beyond. St. Joseph continued to prosper, but never with the fervor exhibited of the late 1800s and early 1900s. The city still played a major role in Northwest Missouri, refusing to just give up and fold. Soon, during the late 50s and into the 60s, growth again came to St. Joseph, but this time it was a little different. Instead of growth within the downtown area, business began to move east, and with the businesses came the suburbs. The Belt Highway soon was the new place to be, and in the late 60s Missouri Western also moved east. And the beat goes on, new business continues to woo St. Joseph, and housing additions pop up like mushrooms. A new prosperity has come to the city. How long will it last? The shape of the future depends on those willing to build it. Only the past is certain. Only the past is secure. CRAIG DRATH This setting of Browning Lake at dusk labovej provides us with an in- teresting view of what St. Joseph might have looked like before Joseph Flobidoux. Robidoux Center lbelowj shows how far St. Joseph has progressed. BEN WEDDLE CRAIG DRATH CRAIG DRATH CRAIG DRATH j , if it B B JOHN CARMODY flower leftj As the pillars have been set in place to form the base of the West Belt highway bridge, St. Joseph will soon have a new major access route. Providing the only means to reach the popular night spots of Kan- sas, the Pony Express Bridge fupper leftl has always been a much traveled thoroughfare by some MWSC students. The Sphinx immor- talized on a relief in the Missouri Theatre fupper rightl has years of heritage in this city. Architecture of years-gone-by can still be seen ador- ning edifices of local homes, such as this lion's head sculpture fcenter rightl found on a home on Hall Street. Winding expansions of the West Belt highway yet-to-be, create a dizzying effect as viewed from the west part of the town, looking towards the Missouri River flower rightj. BEN WEDDLE lf I V 4-W 'Y 'gin ,ff 'Y 5 5 if 1 3 . U 0' I , lf- J .. V vt 'n fx! an , Q 1979 and beyond? Good news was hard to find in 1978-1979. As the world turned, sometimes so did the stomach. Overhanging the economy like a burgeoning radioactive cloud, infla- tion burned away the dollar's value causing an abandonment of the neo- Keynesian drive for more growth and full employment. Tight money became the cry, as liberals in Congress caught that old time finan- cial religion from the tax revolt that swept in from the West. The Proposition 13 rebellion was first attacked by California Governor Jerry Brown as a . . . ripoff. . .a consumer fraud! Brown then flip- flopped into a born-again tax con- servative to try to ride fiscal restraint into the White House. The Administration moved to con- tain churning inflation with Carter's seven percent solution. Alfred Kahn, the nation's number one infla- tion fighter, when chided for even saying the word recession, began substituting the word banana George Meany, labor leader supreme, growled and snarled defiance at the so-called voluntary guidelines. The White House collec- tively sighed and blushed in relief as it announced the first major labor settlement was within its seven per- cent per year guideline - and that 7 !0 x 3 years equaled 2706. Through this period, OPEC lpetroleum exporting countriesl kept pressure on the superheated U.S. economy by periodic price increases until gasoline at the pumps in some places reached 99.9 cents per gallon. Americans suddenly awoke to find that foreigners were buying up the country - ranches, banks, super- markets, department stores, fac- tories and farms. Such diverse things as mustard, Kool cigarettes, Foster-Grant sunglasses, Libby canned goods, Alka Seltzer, Clorox were now the property of people who did not even speak English. By Christmas of 1978, inflation hit ten percent and the anti-inflation Czar Kahn was quoted as saying - lt's God-awful! Those words of wisdom, however, failed to slow the insidious climb to over 13 percent by the first of May. Egypt's Sadat and lsrael's Begin continued all year to waltz back and forth between peace and war with Mr. Carter calling the tunes at Camp David summit meetings. The nuptials were finally posted, after a fashion, when Uncle Sam donated the dowry in the form of some five billion dollars of additional aid and a guarantee of all the oil needed by lsrael for the next 15 years. For his efforts, Anwar Sadat was roundly cursed by his former Arabian bedfellows as they turned another screw on the price of petroleum. Joy radiated from the White House as Jimmy Carter's full-ivory smile reflected the Near East agreement. In the Eternal City, a dense crowd in Saint Peter's Square murmured. The sound crescendoed into a roar. The smoke is white - we have a Pope! It was September when John Paul I slipped into the shoes of the fisherman. Thirty-four days later he was dead. The world was shocked. The Cardinals met again. After seven ballots, the first non-Italian Pope in 455 years emerged on the balcony to the cry of 100,000 voices - Polonia! Polonia! Karol Wojtyla, Cardinal of Poland, became Bishop of Flome and the 264th successor to Saint Peter. His chosen name: John Paul ll. The world, except perhaps for the puzzled Communists, was happy. In an insane fit of jungle madness, one Reverend Jim Jones, self- appointed Messiah of the People's Temple cult of San Francisco, led 900 of his followers in drinking strawberry flavor Kool-aid laced with cyanide. This orgy of murder and suicide took place at the settlement at Jonestown Guyana. Gentleman Jim insisted that women and children go first on this pilgrimage to heaven. Echoing across the world from Iran was the roar of Marg bar Shar! lDeath to the Shahl as the Moslem religion resurrected its strength to overthrow that country's powerful dictator. The Ayatollah Khomeini prayed and plotted in Paris as a 1979 and beyond? coalition of his disciples and the radical left joined to throw out the Shah, convert his army and execute his generals by firing squads. Millions in American investments were seized by the revolutionaries as 41,000 American military and in- dustrial advisors fled, leaving behind, no one knows how much secret defense material, to fall into Russian hands. The oil exports of lran trickled down to nothing as the price at the gasoline pumps of America surged upward again. In an effort to woo previously ig- nored Mexico and its abundance of natural gas, Jimmy Carter gathered his entourage and flew south of the border where he gritted his teeth and suffered his ailment themorrhoidsj while being publicly scolded by El Presidente of our usually snubbed good neighbor. Embarrassment permeated the scene as our Jimmy stumbled through a maladroit joke about Montezuma's revenge. In the Peoples Republic of China, the year of the horse became 4671, the year of the sheep, on January 29, 1979. lt was only a month or two earlier that the Carter Administration decided to betray its friend Taiwan, America's fifth largest trading partner, for the enormous potential market of mainland China. This opened the way for hundreds of political and bureaucratic junkets as well as numerous commercial visits to the mysterious Orient. While the American State Depart- ment was patting itself on the back, and Mr. Carter was smiling, American commercial interests began noting that the PRC had little or nothing to pay with, for all those American goodies they wanted. Teng Hsiao-Ping, the Communist Deputy Prime Minister, made a flying trip to the United States where he was wined and dined exceedingly before the Taiwan Ambassador was thrown out into the streets of Washington. While in America, the prime minister managed to toss a few verbal brickbats at Vietnam for attacking the Pol Pot which, in turn, was busy butchering its own Cam- bodians. When Hsiao-Ping returned to China, the army of the PRC struck across Friendship Pass, invading Vietnam, only to get its nose bloodied by the more war- experienced Orientals. Crime made more than its fair share of headlines during the year. The scandals, corruptions, archaic practices and frauds of the General Services Administration, which spends over five billion tax dollars each year, rocked the bureaucratic world and resulted in fifty in- dictments. John W. Gacy, 37, a doggone good member of the Jaycees, was nabbed for sexually molesting and strangling some 32 young men and burying the bodies in his basement. ln the course of the year, marijuana smuggling became a six billion dollar business as some 40 million Americans got high by puffing pot. On the west coast, a pudgy young computer expert pilfered 10.2 million dollars from a bank and the bank was unaware of the heist until the programmer began bragging to his friends. Meanwhile, on the east coast, three young men joined together and tried to steal a nuclear submarine. They didn't succeed, of course, and are now practicing their hornpipes in federal prisons. January was a bitter cold month this year. The storm that dumped 31 inches of snow on Chicago moved on to spread its favors at the nation's capitol where farmers of the American Agricultural Movement were sitting on their tractors blockaded on the Mall. They had come to Washington to demand much but got little. The record snow- fall cooled rural tempers and the city was thankful to have those machines and willing people available to dig out the metropolis. The women of the world progress- ed far during these months. ln England, Tory Margaret Thatcher became Europe's first woman prime minister while in the U.S. the nation chuckled as Bella Abzug opened her mouth once too often and was fired by President Carter. Michelle Triola tMarvinj, unwed bedroom compa- nion of Lee Marvin, tried to legally pluck 1.8 million dollars from under his mattress. The Navy got busy con- verting its vessels to accomodate females for co-ed sea duty and a lady named Greta Rideout charged her husband John with rape. The judge however said Rape? lm- possible! Patty Hearst was tried, convicted, jailed, pardoned and married. Christina Onassis wed a Russian bureaucrat and Farrah Fawcett-Majors was the most pop- ular jiggler on television. Culture was not neglected during the year. College humor returned to the campus as National Lampoon's Animal House was an infantile but runaway success at the movies. Saturday Night Live became a T.V. favorite and popular books were J. R. R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings and Barb Tuchman's A Distant Mlrror. Vladimir Horowitz played the White House but wore earplugs when he danced at a disco. The magazine Playboy celebrated its 25th erotic year and Betty Ford got a face lift. Billy Beer went bankrupt but the President's brother himself was dried out and returned to the Amen corner. Scientists were kept busy last year seeking answers to questions plagu- ing even the masses. Almost no practical solutions have been found. The big bang of cosmology, however, was poked, prodded, ex- amined and explored. lt earned the Nobel prize in physics for two American researchers, - Robert Wilson and Arno Penzias. Without the contributions of Albert Einstein, all current knowledge of the cosmology boom or bust would not exist. ln recognition of the German genius, the scientific world paused on March 14 to honor the 100th an- niversary of his birth. lt was his mind that conceived the roads that let to such discoveries as nuclear energy and laser beams. Nuclear energy production was given a serious setback by an acci- dent on March 28 when the Three Mile Island nuclear plant, near Harrisburg, Penn., malfunctioned. Traces of radiation had escaped into the atmosphere. The emergency lasted several days, exposed an em- barrasing degree of imcompetence in the supervising agency and fur- nished anti-nuclear protestants with excellent arguments against the proliferation of nuclear power. If there were a Chicken Little, perhaps she would be justified in screaming that the sky is falling. A NASA statement during the year reported that the Skylab space sta- tion is drifting down at the rate of one to two miles per month and is ex- pected to fall into earth orbit in the February of 1980. lt is hoped the 84- ton craft will at least partially burn up on re-entry. Skylab's orbit covers heavily populated areas in the U.S., South America, Africa and Europe. Officials say there is no cause for alarm. That remains to be seen. Sqeeze play By LOFII MC MILLIAN Along with skyrocketing prices of college tuition, prices of com- modities are also on the rise. Prices of gasoline are rising so rapidly, that the price signs of service stations are unable to keep current. Grimacing at the amount of gasoline per dollar that Charlie Weeks is putting into his tank is Bruce Weber. Students all over the country are threatened by the rising cost of tui- tion, room and board. Many factors determine the cause of this hardship. As a result, students ex- plore ways to obtain the most for their money. College students are faced with the rising costs of tuition and other expenses every year. According to a report in Tlme Magazine, the average cost of education at a four- year college has increased 6.1 per- cent over last year, and has soared 77 percent since 1968. Tuition, room and board at publicin-state colleges average 32000. At some private in- stitutions, tuition alone exceeds 35000. Besides, students have the rising costs of food, housing, transportation and entertainment. On the average these necessities add up to about 32500. From the fall of 1976 through the spring of 1978, the cost of in-state tuition at Missouri Western State College remained stable at 3201 per semester. Last Fall, tuition rose to 3221, increasing 320 per semester. According to U.S. News and World Report, March, 1977, educators list two main reasons behind the trends in college finances: high costs of operations for universities-partially, the result of a harsh winter that raised fuel bills and a declining school population. Total college enrollment dropped almost 1 percent two years ago. College ad- ministrators are uneasy with an- nouncements that tuition will in- crease from about 6 to 10 percent at most schools next fall. The statistics taken from Opal Wieneke, an employee at the Institu- tion of Research, show that the enrollment at Missouri Western has stabilized. In the Fall of 1976 enroll- ment was 3,174. ln the fall of 1977, enrollment increased to 3,769. An adult physical fitness class ac- counted for 171 students of that total. In the fall of 1978 enrollment declined to 3,686. This time the adult physical fitness class was not includ- ed in the count. Lim CRAIG DRATH The U.S. News article also reported that education benefits un- der the GI Bill of Rights expired June 1977 for 3.3 million veterans, resulting in an extreme decrease in the number of veterans enrolled. Statistics show a definite drop in the enrollment of veterans from fall of 1976 through fall of 1978 at Missouri Western. ln 1976 the number of veterans attending the college was 438 compared to 382 enrolled dur- ing the fall of 1977. In 1978 enroll- ment decreased once more to 338 veterans. Many young people have had to cancel their plans for college because of cost increases. Large state universities are suffering because scholars are side-stepping the four-year schools for at least two years, and attending junior colleges instead. As a result, there will be more vacancies in freshman classes at many schools than ever before. U.S. News and World Report, March, 1976, states that another in- flationary pressure is the growth of faculty salaries. These increased two years ago at a nation rate of 6.1 per- cent. Salaries of university ad- ministrators soared almost 13 per- cent in 1975, according to the National center for Educational Statistics. Forrest Hoff, Dean of Students at Missouri Western, stated that administration salaries are 16 percent lower in Missouri. Students may choose from many options to ease the blow of rising costs. A number of colleges offer the Cooperative Education plan which enables the student to alternate weeks of full-time study and time work in industry. A student can pay 50 percent or more of his total college and acquire a degree in five years. Another opportunity for students is the Three-Year Degree Program. Students can earn a bachelor's degree in 90 hours instead of 120 by passing the advance-placement tests. Financial aid, another solution, is available in money grants to families with two or more children and whose incomes are as high as 315,000 or even 340,000. Preferred top students are eligible for yearly awards of 31000 to 33000. Another cost-cutter is living off- campus and sharing expenses of an apartment with two or three other students. Not only can such students save money. They can enjoy a privacy and freedom not to be had by resident students. A possible solution in fighting high costs is part-time employment which would still allow the student to ac- quire 12 to 15 academic hours. Students working in their profession can make a reasonable salary work- ing as economic researchers, com- putor programmers, or assistant ac- countants at 34 to 36 an hour. This type of work can earn the student 50 percent of his college costs. ln the future, federal relief will be necessary to aid United States colleges through declining enrollments and rising costs. Higher education is now a buyer's market. As a result, more students will choose schools where they can get the most for their money. SGA EleCIi0l'lS a studyin apathy 3XQf0'f'1'5TJRiT5 E?ai'?f'i tf Q: wa ' , , SHIRLEY FULLER STEVE MAYBERRY SGA elections for 1979 were little more than a mediocre battle as can- didates vied for a majority of the stu- dent vote. Campaign platforms were based upon old campus problems and primary election results con- firmed student apathy towards the inability of candidates to cover new ground. Turnout in the primary election was slim, 512 votes - less than one- sixth of the student body selected two candidates for the final SGA election. Poor voter turnout was par- tially attributed to the closing of a voting poll in Blum Center during the crucial noon hour on April 21. The poll, which was supposed to have opened at 8 a.m., did not open until 9:30. Two and one half hours of voting time were lost. Despite these problems, SGA candidates did well to draw even a marginal number of votes, con- sidering the weaknesses of some of the platforms. The Steve Mayberry and Joanne Mason team outlined its major goal as relegating College Center Board QCCBJ responsibilities to the SGA senate. They also promised balanc- ed budgeting, an increased dorm council budget, no increase in stu- dent activity fees and renovation of the Flathskellar. The Shirley Fuller and Dan Dain- ton team was concerned with better SGA-CCB cooperation and a clarification of the Funding Act. The third team in the primaries were Mike Hoffman and Mark Antle. Their campaign focused on in- creasing student involvement by restructuring the CCB to offer a wider variety of activities and events. Defeated in the primaries, the team did not compete in final elections. Promises of increased student ac- tivities permeated the various cam- paigns. However, the Mayberry-- Mason team offered a profitable, vote-getting addition to its platform, more minority and small group ac- tivities. This, and a pledge for better cooperation in planning student ac-- tivities, undoubtedly helped decide the primary vote in their favor. With 219 votes and the endorse- ment of The Griffon News, the Mayberry-Mason team managed to win the final election. An additional 73 students voted in the final elections, bringing the total number of votes cast to 585. A close margin of 21 votes decid- ed the election in favor of the Mayberry-Mason team. They receiv- ed 303 votes, the Fuller-Dainton team accumulated only 282 votes. Since the tally was so close, the winning team did give consideration to including the other team in its ad- ministration. Winners of the CCB elections were Mark Wilson, Cathy Willis, Natalie Thompson, Pam Sumner and Mark Ausmus. All twenty of the senatorial can- didates were elected. The 1979 senators will be: Arif Haiser, Charles Hays, Nancy Lamar, Bill Popa, Cass Powers, Jerry Perkins, Mike Kostroske, Bob Jones, Walter Rogers, Jeff Jahne, Jim Lindsay, John Carmody, Dave Weber, Debbie Borchers, Rob Schnabel, Buddy Meritt, Victoria Andrews, Randall Maley, Cynthia Bowland and Barry McDonald. plan for peace Finally they came down from the tranquil setting of a camp in Maryland to the photographer-filled East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C. They brought tired eyes, haggard faces, but they also brought smiles and agreements with the hopes of bringing the Middle East closer to peace. lt all had its genesis when Presi- dent Carter, Egyptian President Anwar Sadat, and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin began their three-nation Camp David Sum- mit in September of 1978. When the summit began President Carter ordered an almost total news blackout over the meetings. This was to prevent premature disclosure in the press of the delicate bargaining that was taking place. The agreements made by these three leaders were reached in many make-or-break negotiations. The first of these agreements signed was for a comprehensive peace settlement known as A Framework for Peace in the Middle East . This treaty provided for con- tinued negotiations over the future of the West Bank and Gaza Strip in the next five years. Begin promised that there would be no new Israeli settlements on the West Bank after this agreement was made. Security on the West Bank would be guaranteed by demilitarized zones, early-warning stations and inter- national peacekeeping forces. The second agreement, Framework for the Conclusion of a Peace Treaty Between Egypt and lsrael committed Israel to return the Sinai desert to Egypt and states Egypt's willingness to establish nor- mal peaceful relations with lsrael. lf all progresses well Israel should begin withdrawing from the Sinai and should be evacuated in ap- proximately two or three years. The majority of MWSC students questioned about the summit meetings felt that peace was something that would never be achieved by these two countries. One student commented, There are certain issues that both countries could never really agree upon, such as what to do about the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. These countries have been at war for about 30 years and will continue to fight. For a while after the Camp Sum- mit Meeting there were a few op- timistic views that achieving peace in the Middle East was possible, but as time passed, it appears that amidst all the conflicts still arising in the Middle East, that the idea of peace remains in a state of limbo and will probably never become a reality, or if it does it will take a long time. Farmers raise corn Szcain Washington D.C. cops lined in front of the Capitol and other government buildings. Another march on Washington. Riot helmets, blockades on one sideg shouts, chants, burning tractors, occupied buildings, disrupted Congressional hearings on the other. But this time it's not a civil rights coalition, women's libbers, or peace- niks. Thls march-well, Iet's say this drlve-was peopled by the last group you'd think would be raising this ruckus: farmers. Led by the loosely organized American Agriculture Movement, fAAMi, militant farmers formed a nationwide tractorcade. It began in late 1978 and ended in Washington D.C. in mid-February, 1979. The farmers had several com- plaints, such as lack of export sales, low prices, and a very low parity. iParity is the difference between what the farmer sells his product for and what the buyer sells the product forl. The AAM was demanding 900fo parity, while Agriculture Department officials were saying that it would drive food prices skyhigh. Sen. Her- man Talmadge introduced a pro- farm bill in Congress, but when Congressional feet began dragging, the farmers took to the roads. The tractors rolled through the nation's cities, blocking traffic and making a lot of noise. When they reached Washington, the farmers nearly shut down the city with a rush- hour traffic jam. They then occupied the Agriculture Department, disrup- ting the Congressional farm hearings, even setting fire to an old tractor. How did all this activity go over back here in Northwest Missouri? Area farmers agreed that the AAM had their sympathies, but that their methods left much to be desired. Dick Stanton, a young farmer from Faucett, said, Really, they're just wasting a lot of gas and time. They don't have that much to complain about anyway. This was a pretty de- cent year. MWSC College Farm Manager Dave Herkelman echoed these sen- timents. They're never going to get what they want with those methods. There's got to be something else besides violence. Herkelman said that 90ofo parity is hard enough to attain without an- By JEFF cAToN tagonizing Congress. The best way is to handle it like any special in- terestg to lobby. About Agriculture Secretary Bob Bergland's remarks that some of these farmers have invested unwise- ly. . . and some are driven by plain old greed, Herkelman said, l couldn't say that it's like that all across the board, but basically I agree. This thing is kind of a snow- balling effect. The last two years were pretty bad, but this year was much better. Still, it wasn't good enough to help a lot of farmers out of the last couple of years. Something's got to be done, because prices are just too low. But they're not going to get what they want with violence and demonstrating. America's farmers took their tractors out of the fields and put them on the road for the lfar lefty two-week trip to Washington D.C. Traffic was tied up for hours when the tractorcade rolled through major cities. irate farmers caused more than three million dollars worth of damage fbelowy to parks in Washington. Burning tractors and ploughed-up parks were common sights during the farmer's stay in Washington. Wffffiifflvillilflifll War of Rumors lt's Tuesday evening, December 5, 1978, and the auditorium is packed as people are sitting and standing as the battle draws near. There are approximately 450 people here from MWSC, including students, faculty and President M. O. Looney, and a number of people from the St. Joseph community. There are also the same from Northwest Missouri State University at Maryville, and there is tension felt between these two schools. They are not here for an exciting MWSC-NWMSU basketball game, but here for the first in a series of public hearings being held by the Coordinating Board for Higher Education and they are seek- ing response to the controversial Master Plan Ill which would have an effect on both MWSC and NWMSU. This Master Plan was first presented in October of 1978 and it could prove to be hazardous and detrimental to the growth of MWSC. The battle concerned the neighboring NWMSU, which is ap- proximately 40 miles from St. Joseph. Many believed the propos- ed Master Plan would give NWMSU control over four-year and graduate degree programs and would axe MWSC's four-year program and revert it back to the two-year program, which it once started with. MWSC President stated, lt will psy- chologically have a detrimental effect if the Coordinating Board ties our hands so we can't provide the services we now do to the com- munity. Not only would this plan effect MWSC academically, but would put a halt to the construction of any more dormitory facilities which are presently overcrowded on this campus. NWMSU at Maryville has long been an institution of higher learning and had little to worry about when the closest college was about 125 miles away, but since MWSC's move in 1969, NWMSU has possibly suf- fered a loss in their enrollment because of the proximity of MWSC. President B. D. Owens of Northwest Missouri State University believes, The plan avoids the economically paralyzing effects of duplication of programs on cam- puses close to one another. lt looks as if NWMSU is the one suffering the effects. The enrollment at MWSC has been on the rise these past few years, particularly the last two or three. Recently undergraduate By JEFF WALKUP Photos by CRAIG DRATH enrollments at both institutions were about the same, however, in 1977 MWSC had more undergraduates enrolled than nearby NWMSU. In a recent higher education study in Missouri, reports showed that MWSC had the third largest increase in enrollment following NWMSU which showed the second largest in- crease. However, the Missouri Department of Higher Education gave a not so promising future for other statewide enrollment figures. According to the study, MWSC showed a 0.4 percent increase in their full-time students. On the other hand, NWMSU suffered a 6.6 per- cent decrease in their enrollment from the fall of 1977 to the fall of 1978. For the sake of students of MWSC and the community that fully sup- ports the college, we can only hope that the Coordinating Board will take another look at the situation at hand and end this senseless battle for all involved. Martyn Howgill, Vice Presi- dent for College Relations summed it up when he said, We are not in- terested in a war. But we have an obligation to defend what taxpayers voted for when they approved bonds for a four-year institution. 2 fs if W Zi 8 Of 9 ,...,, , N sw My I 'x F3 psf Qi-,J ,ff ,Q Registration: a perennial problem Two things happen at Missouri Western every semester, with the same certainty as death and taxes. Those two things are complaints about the lack of parking spaces and the length of lines during registra- tion. lf you didn't get to register for the class you wanted or needed last semester, don't feel too badly. You weren't alone. As if over fourteen inches of snow the week before registration wasn't enough to get the whole thing started off on the wrong foot, College of- ficials decided to open the usually hectic registration on a first-come, first-served basis . As a result, many students who managed to get to campus at their scheduled time found many of the classes they were hoping to take already filled. This did not set well with students who had battled adverse weather and road conditions for hours. When they arrived expecting to sign up for required classes, they were faced with long lines and even longer lists of class cancellations. Many students felt this rather has- ty administrative decision was senseless. Student response to this rather hasty administrative decision has prompted a study into the feasibility of a preregistration program. Students checking the cancellation board was a common sight during spring registration. David Fitzpatrick and Susan Wilson tabove rightj found the first-come, first served registration both confusing and disappointing since many required classes had been cancelled. Administrators worried over the lack of registrants during the first day as students spent extra hours pouring over rearranged schedules. Even though the lines were long and the classes were cancelled, the hardest part of registration for Lois Smith and Victoria Wyatt was writing the check for payment of fees. Faculty members were hard pressed for ex- planations when asked why classes were clos- ed by angry students. By BYRON GOLDEN Photos by CRAIG DRATH F 2 Overcrowd d dorm - the more the merrner The new year began and dorm students moved in. Many found themselves with one more suitemate than they expected. Because of the great number of applicants for rooms, all Room A's and 100 wing D's were triple occupancy. Bunk beds and lockers accompanied these new roomies and spaces quickly filled up. To compensate for the loss of space and privacy the oc- cupants who opted for triple rooms were charged fifty dollars less than the normal S508 dorm fee. But this was icing on the cake for those who enjoyed the addition of more friends into the suite and rooms. Natalie Thompson, one of the lucky peo- ple in a full suite said, I really like the family atmosphere of having more people in our room. We've really grown close during the semester and I think we'II always be friends even after our college years. Even with the crowding, there was still a waiting list of over 100 people wanting to get on campus housing. But as the semester continued, those waiting on the list either found off-campus housing or replaced those people who left the dorms. By the spring semester, the housing problems had eased somewhat but the dorms were still filled to capacity. The overcrowding seemed to bring out more student interest in activities in the dorms. This was evidenced early by the great number of people participating in the annual Dorm Daze competitions and ac- tivities. These oIympics provided great fun for those participating and those watching. Bill Smeet laughed, I almost DIED when those guys started cramming those chocolate- covered bananas into each other's mouths! I never saw anything that funny in my life! Another well-attended activity was the Ice Breaker Dance. New friends Let's face it, college is not only a place for higher education and firm advancement of the mind. It's also a great place to go completely crazy and let loose with what ever happens to appeal to you at a given moment. Living proof of this fact is Stephanie Miller and Barb Goode Irightl, who decided to meet each other in mortal combat with a couple of cans of shaving creme. There are no winners in war . . . When the food of the cafeteria begins to wear on you, there's always a fast food joint to rely on. Tom Saving and Laura Latenser found the atmosphere at Church's so appealing that they brought some of it back to the dorms. tabovei X 4 9 . , o Nev fx mmf :fx We X' ru - L' 4112?-2 criimicioiiirn aww Q. Q Z. i if 'C-we-if K f c , .' i ws at uf V Qs Q. gales . A CRAIG DRATH Getting into the swim of things at the annual 'Dorm Daze' insanity are Joy Sherard and Maggie Cason, ileftl contestants in the mudslide competition. Terri Mueller fbelowj touches up her fingernails during a conversa- tion with Lorna Allen. Friendships which develop in the dorms seem to take on a quality all their own, with many suitemates becoming brothers and sisters in many ways. Jeff Shrout and Marc lVlcGuinn fbottom rightt begin the bizarre ritual of banana cramming, in which every square inch of their faces are covered with chocolate-covered bananas, while Lynne Gerner decided to watch instead of eating. Jeff Shrout holds the barrel, while Pam Carter works at the task of filling it from the paper cup tbottom leftl after a tremendous slide down a muddy hill beside the dorms during 'Dorm Daze' X' HADSALL Overcrowded dorm - the more the merrier were made and old friendships renewed as the dorms rocked the night away to the sounds of U.S.A. Throughout the year discos and dances became the most popular events on campus. Some people knock our school for being too much like a high school, Tammy Baker said, But I just notice that everyone here is like a group of good friends, that grow and have fun with each other. Other interests were shaped in the new dorm clubs that were formed. The Jogging Club, the Shooting Club, the Chess Club and others provided students with an oppor- tunity to meet and compete with matching interests. Another group that formed on campus this year was Gamma Delta Iota or GDI for short. This was a group providing a frater- nity atmosphere without the rituals or dues of an actual fraternity. Kurt Killen, president of GDI said, This year has been a lot of fun for members of GDI, but not all our ef- forts were forthe pursuit of pleasure. In the spring we spearheaded the drive on campus for Multiple Sclerosis. I think we showed a lot of people where our hearts were. And a lot of people responded to what I believe is a great cause, the eventual elimination of M.S. Along with UKB, GDI provided many intramural teams and a chance for dorm students to keep up their athletic skills. During the snows of January, February and March, many students found themselves staying inside studying or playing the favorite card games of the suite. A fall cards tour- nament and two spring Casino Nights were welcomed and ap- preciated by many students. But with the great drifts in the courtyard many students could not resist an oc- cassional snowball fight or a daring snow dive from the balconies. With the approach of spring, joggers, water fighters and other cabin fever reactions appeared. Chad Murry recalled some of the events, Yeah, one morning I decid- ed to sleep in through my early mor- ning lecture . . . suddenly I heard the tip-toeing of a couple of my suitemates and then a bucket of water splashed all over the bed. Throughout the year, events are held to provide entertainment for the students. The driving thrust behind Jeff Greene frightl is one of those rare students that can mix television with schoolwork. Television is, after all, a great relaxer and is definitely needed after a nerve twisting day of lectures and term papers. these happenings is the Dormitory Council. Under the leadership of Steve Mayberry this group made sure that students had many well planned and fun events to attend this year. But not all things were pleasant this year for the dorm students. In November, the dispute over the proposed plan for Higher Education made the dorm residents realize that building dorm space in the future could have been closed to the college. At the meeting in Savannah over 75 dorm residents showed their support of the administration in op- posing this document. Other problems came about in the dorms themselves letting trash blow off the balconies, damaged furniture, rug burns and other physical problems sprang up all year. And many students had difficulties in following the rules, especially those on visitation. But overall, the dorms saw an ex- tremely good year. With the opening of the new tennis courts, the remodeling of the Ftathskellar and the renewal of interest in student campus life was certainly more than a room away from home this year. CRAIG DFIATH Darrell Van Lengen ttopl goes up for a patented one hand jumpshot during a game with Bob Cronin, Dan Dainton and Doug Miller. Dorm Students find that a little exercise not only good for the health, but also good to clear the mind before a night of studying. The seclusion of dorm room study desks provide Larry Brown fabovei with the needed opportunity to hit the books. Notice that his thinking cap is well in place. CRAIG DRATH Dorm life has its bad side as Linda VanFosson itopl will attest to, but you can only wear a pair of jeans so many times before they will walk away by themselves. Students in the dorms find out quickly that study time is scarce and is valued highly. Stephanie Miller iabovel takes time out from an exhausting day to digest both a book and some applesauce. The Pride and the Pits A parody on dorm life. Room 205 is unique at MWSC. As you walk up to the door, you notice the neatly swept walkway to the doormat with daisies around the word WELCOME. The door has a small, wooden plaque tacked onto the center of it which states, GOD BLESS THOSE WHO ENTER HERE. After knocking on the small silver hummingbird door knocker, a plea- sant face opens the door, and smiles. Hello, how are you? Won't you come in? The young woman is dressed very well, like a cover on a fashion magazine. She waves her arm toward the living room and you enter, crossing over a tidy throw rug, knitted by one of the occupants of the suite. The carpet has been recently vacuumed and deodorized with Carpet Fresh, the drapes are drawn back from the window so that sunlight can get to the assortment of plants on the window sill. The stereo is playing a selection from Beethoven, very softly, while one of the suitemates studies in the corner on a chaise lounge. The young woman asks if you would like a pillow for your back, a mint for your breath, or a Pepsi. A bell rings in the corner of the room closest to the balcony. The young woman jumps up and walks across the room, saying, Oh, those are my blueberry muffins in my portable oven. Would you like one with a nice glass of hot chocolate? You say you guess so, and she brings you a silk napkin, with a small strawberry sewn in the corner. You don't know whether to tuck it into your shirt or lay it on your lap, but it doesn't matter because you soon find out that the muffins don't crum- ble very much, and those that do crumble to the floor are immediately picked up by a handy utility sweeper that one of the other roommates carries with her as she moves around the room reading Aristotle's Poetics. One of the suitemates comes in from the bedroom and asks, Susie, did you make your bed this mor- ning? Susie, the one with the vacuum Beer cans, empty booze bottles llefti, McDonald's wrappers, dirty socks, wasted bodies, snails and puppy dog tails-that's what boys' dorm rooms are made of. By BLAINE HIPES Photos by JACK MC BEE cleaner, answers, Why yes, dear suitemate of mine, I did. Why? Well, I noticed a few wrinkles on the space beside the pillow, so I smoothed them out for you. Susie glows. Why, how sweet of you to think of it for me. Just for that, l'Il type up your term paper this fall on the Origins of Austrailo- Pithecene Mani Oh, sugarkins, you typed all my papers last year, it's my turn. But, you can do my laundry for a month if you want. Why, l'd be glad to, dear girl . . . but isn't there something else? No, that's plenty . . . but, by the way, did you happen to see my engagement ring anywhere in the apartment? Oh, yes, I forgot to tell you. I ac- cidently flushed it down the toidy when I was sanitizing it this morning. Sorry. Silly, that's nothing to be sorry for . . . Bill will get me another one. You finish with your muffin and chocolate and begin to rise from your seat, when one of the room- mates walks over to you and asks, I notice one of your shoes is a smidgen dirty. Mind if I polish them for you? You consent to this, and watch something on educational TV while one of the other suitemates, sugarkins, begins waxing the end tables from top to bottom. Don't use too much wax on the bottom of the legs this time, warns Susie. Susie begins washing the win- dows with her hands while revar- nishing the woodwork with a big brush held between her toes. Susie calls out to someone in the bedroom, Beth? Can you come out here a moment? Beth, dressed in a formal gown, comes to the bedroom door. Yes Susie? I need for you to let me wash your hair tonight . . . I have some simply great ideas of styling that l'm just dy- ing to try out . . . Okay? Marvyl You announce that you had better go, because it is almost eight and you don't want to be late for supper at your apartment. Susie lays down her towels and shows you to the door. Thanks for coming by, she says, I hope you had a real nice time. Come back anytime. iiiiiiiiiiiii J As door hung the which Enter you walk up to a dorm room with no number, only a dead cat in its place, you notice at once sign above the entranceway reads: Lose Hope All Who Here. You knock twice upon the door and it falls into the darkness of the room. Someone in the darkness yells, Close the door, you jerk! Yo floor u pick the door up from the and try to place it back in its former position, but it slips from your gras with Som because it has been greased Vicks Vaporub and it falls the P . . three flights to the courtyard below. ewhere below a person screams, My God, I think you just killed an Fl.A.! A cheer comes from the darkness of the room and another voice from within yells to you, Great Job! Come on in Yo face- and have a brewski! u enter cautiously and come to-face with a large muscular young man, standing on an aqua Jack rium and holding a bottle of Daniels in his determined grip. How 'bout a slub? He asks. No thanks. You say. Su ddenly his left hand is on your throat, while his right hand shoves the KlC1m hatch. Yo bottle neck into your mouth. on you little wimp, down the old '11 u blow a few bubbles into the bottle. That seems to satisfy him, and m he a the r bles back into the depths of oorn. Through a green fog you see a guy you once had a class with, S0 GVGD last you? He then up to you decide to try talking to him, though he now has a patch over that wasn't there when you his eye saw him. Hi, Gouger! How are squints at you in the dim light, lights a Bic that has been turned its highest possible level. The resulting flare-up sets the toilet paper curtains on fire. Hey, Gouger! Man, you set the curtains on fire again! That's twice in one night! Gouger rips the shirt off of your back and begins swatting at the flames, which die out as they hit the pool of wine and beer on the carpet. In the dying embers, Gouger catches a good glimpse of your face. Mr. Parmelee? He asks. No, but l had that class with you. Oh, yeah . . . I remember you now. What's happenin'? Not much, just dropped by to see your room . . . I heard it was really something, and I wanted to see it for myself, Oh, wow! Too bad you didn't come in here last week when we had a few more lights that worked. Gouger gets up from his seat on top of an unconscious roommate and staggers to the light switch by the door, which dangles by wires to the floor. One light flickers faintly from the ceiling. Far out! One still works . . . Gouger gurgles as he sips from a crusty beer can. As your eyes become adjusted to the faint light, you at once notice the carpet. Every carpet tells a story, and this one could be a library. You see an odd shaped burn in the rug right next to your feet and ask what it is. Oh, that's where Cruncher left one of his socks after football prac- tice. I bet it lay there for about a month . . . finally had to get a crow- bar to pry it off the floor. Over there's where the couch used to be before we had to sell it to get our books. . . and that pile of splinters there used to be the coffee table before Crazy Frank karateed it to smithereensf' You glance to your left and see a nine by five hole in the wall. How in gl .Q .. ,ram 71 the world did that happen? Oh . . . well we was tryin' to make a double room. He laughs. Are you kidding? Yeah . . . actually, we just wanted to be able to watch TV from the bedroom, and we got tired of luggin' that stupid TV back and forth, so we brought Jim's VW in here and busted through it. You notice an unusually large stack of beer cans and bottles on the balcony. Hey, do you guys really drink that much beer? Sure. . .heck, those arejust the tip of a gigantic mountain from the ground floor up! And not a one of 'em is a 3.2! By the way, what happened to the glass in the windows and sliding door? You ask. Pellet gun practice. How about the beds? Where did they go? We threw 'em over the side . . . paratrooper practice. You jump all the way from up here down to the ground, just to bounce on a couple of matresses? Not just a couple . . . heck, we had a mattress raid one night, and got damn near one hundred of 'eml You wanna try a jump? You freeze up and look for something solid to grab on to, but everything that was once loose is now gone. Noi Aw, sure you do . . . it's the closest thing to flyin'! Really! As Gouger sails you over the rail- ing you hear one of the other roomies yell at him, Hey Gouger!!! You idiot!! Don't you remember that Mickey put all those mattresses in his van the other day for the drive- in? Velvet bedspreads and pillowcases lfar leftj, Barry Manilow albums, cute, cuddly stuffed animals, sugar and spice and everything nice-that's what girls' dorm rooms are made of. Head East By BLAINE HIPES Friday nights in St. Joseph are well-renown for their diverse and spectacular happenings. For in- stance, there's always the Hillcrest 4 theatres, which show a wide variety of movies for all ages and tastes, and then there's the various pizza es- tablishments, taco stands, and ham- burger havens. Then there's the Hillcrest 4, and a lot of eating places . . . then there's miniature golf fin seasont, and then there's the Hillcrest 4 . . . and a lot of places to eat. lt's this variety of entertainment choices that cause places like the Frog Hop Ballroom to absolutely pack them in at ANY concert. I would be willing to wager my week's pay that if the Frog Hop advertised Nigel Swineherd and His Pubescent Pigs, there would be a crowd piled up out- side of the ballroom hours ahead of the concert. It's sad to realize that this city is so starved for entertain- ment that it would pay money to see ANYTHING other than the Hillcrest theatres, and the junk food palaces that litter the Belt. But, pay they do . . . and occasionally, as was the case last Friday night, they get what they pay for . . . even if they didn't PHY- The headlining band was Head East, a band not new to the St. Joseph rock revelers, but as I said, in St. Joseph, you take what you can get. Grinderswitch, a blues-oriented band from Macon, Georgia, cranked up the concert in style. The crowd wasn't overly receptive to them, part- Lead guitarist for Head East, Mike Somer- ville, rips into a supersonic solo during Save My Life . His masterful guitar work was highlighted by the rest of the power- packed, ear-poppin', head-splittin' band. ly because they had never heard of them, but mainly because they weren't recording a live album, as was the case with Head East. Grinderswitch played for ap- proximately 45 minutes, and left the stage with no encores, a feat not to be repeated by Head East, who played four encores, most probably in order to tape the mountainous peals of applause and screams to be placed in various spots around the album. WOW! They must be good, listen to all that applause!ll As far as the crowd goes, there was an even mixture of dopers and rednecks. One young man leaned over my shoulder during the inter- mission and asked, Hey, man, is it cool to fire it up in here? I pointed to a friend of mine sitting a few seats away and said, I don't know, you better ask him, he's the only narc I know of in the place. After a restless wait, the lights went down and Head East took the Frog Hop stage by storm. Thunderstorm would be more ap- propriate. The first thing I noticed was the tremendous increase in volume. They were at least twice as loud as Grinderswitch, somewhere between a sonic boom, and grenade practice at Fort Dix. I asked Jeff Caton, well-known rock enthusiast why the upgrade in volume, and he replied, Well, it's simple . . . these guys are quasi-famous, so they can afford the kind of equipment that can peel back the skin on your face, or blast holes in your eardrumsf' I spotted ace photographer Ben Weddle in the crowd and asked him, Hey, why do you suppose this band is so much louder than the first one? Ben turned to me and said, Huh? I noticed the Marlboro cigarette butts in his ears for protection ang patted him on the back. Goo man. As Head East literally raised th roof at the Frog Hop, the crow responded by jumping up and dow true to Frog Hop tradition, scream- ing, and waving their hands, legs, and arms in the air. One bad note, on a certain 'hit', the response from thg crowd wasn't manic enough for th band, so they told the crowd that they were going to Play it again. . . and this time we want to hear yall! During the second or third encore. I left the ballroom and walked out into the quiet of the night. I felt a though someone had stuffed m ears with cotton and sealed the with plaster of paris. I walked arouncj in a daze for several hours, and final ly came to my senses in the Hillcres' 4, with six tacos, two Big Macs, and a pepperoni pizza on my lap. I also had to go to the doctor Saturday to have my ears checked and he told me that I had permanen' eardrum damage. I went out ang bought a new hearing aid. What kin is it? Three-thirty. i? 'mr A W Jazz banquet By JEFF CATON It was a jazz-hungry crowd that packed the Missouri Theatre Nov. 13, and it should have been. The list of names for CCB concerts lately has looked like a who's who of heavy metal. There's nothing wrong with a night of hard rock, but you can't real- ly say jazz fans at Western were hungry - they were damn near star- vation. Well, Jean-Luc Ponty took care of all that. It was a major CCB coup to even get a name like Ponty what with the limited concert facilities in St. Joseph, and Ponty proved himself a true professional by delivering a highly-polished, brilliant perfor- mance. Some friends of mine held front row seats for me and two other mates, and we sat waiting and wondering what the opening band would do. Jazz, like the blues, can be quite moving, but in the hands of a rank amateur, it can be very repetitious and boring. tl remember almost leaving a Muddy Waters con- cert before he came on because the opening jazz act, Monsters Unleash- ed, made me want to go home to bed.l We needn't have worried. Justus, of Kansas City, came on and proceeded to show why that town is the best place outside New Orleans to find young, talented jazzmen. Led by a brilliant lead guitarist, the band soared through a nice set of original material tanother bonusl. The crowd responded well, bringing Justus back for an encore. The crowd was still buzzing over Justus when Steely Dan's Aja burst out over the PA during intermission. I used to think 'Aja' was complex till I heard these guys, somebody said. MWSC student Al Smith, sitting behind me, whistled and exclaimed, Not bad for white boys. During intermission, everyone mostly walked around, making themselves known, shouting names across the lobby. People made long lines at the restrooms, local band members stood strategically under the hall lights. I saw a guitar-playing friend of mine who got an ill look on his face when I asked what he thought of Justus. Hardly a bum, he said of the band's guitarist. That's the first thing I thought after Ponty's opening number. l've been listening to his session work for years lhe's been on albums with everyone from Elton John to Frank Zappal, but have heard little of his solo material. It is a measure of his professionalism that, when I listened to Enigmatic Oceans and Cosmic Messenger two days after the con- cert, the arrangements on record matched the concert nearly note for note. Ponty gave the crowd its money's worth. Not only is Ponty a pro, he is also probably the best jazz violinist ever to grace the stage. He proves his acoustical prowess in the first sec- tion ofthe set, made up largely of the old songs. Then he goes on to the electronic, ethereal numbers that make up his last two releases, Enigmatic Oceans and Cosmic Messenger. Hardly a linguist, Ponty nevertheless mixed it with the audience, guiding us through the set like a tutor. Introducing one gorgeous solo that featured a masterful work with reverberation, he rambled through a semi-English monologue of how critics had ac- cused him of using re-recorded rhythm for the solo, and ended with, But, what do zee creeteecs know? And when he introduced I Only Feel Good With You, well, judging by the sighs I heard there were a lot of females hearing the phrase, com- plete with French accent, in their BEN WI:DDLE dreams that night. Ponty's band was good enough to attract attention, subdued enough to keep the focus on the star. They were excellent, as was the simple, yet effective light show. Ponty's violin was great most of the time, absolute- ly stunning the rest, particularly on Cosmic Messenger and Struggle of the Turtle to the Sea. In honor of St. Joseph, he even played the thumping bluegrass part from New Country. In spite of the crowd's chanting for more after his first en- core, Ponty left the stage for good. But it didn't matter, he'd given us over two hours and any more might have dimmed the lustre. A friend of mine, Bill Miller, stood with me outside the Missouri in the cold, repeating one of his favorite sayings. Ditchweed, he said sar- castically. Pure ditch. Uh-huh, sure. One of those concerts that make moments like that stick in your head. A satisfied warmth in your bel- ly on your way home, like a drink of Jack Black on a cold day. A jazz-hungry crowd went into the Missouri Nov. 13. Ponty gave us a banquet. The incomparable Jean-Luc-Ponty mesmeriz- ed a capacity crowd at the Missouri Theatre with his fluid Instrumentals and driving solos lrightj. A crowd of jazz-hungry students labovel anxiously await the doors of the Missouri Theatre to open for the Banquet . Ponty's back up band provided a dynamic, cohesive force behind all arrangements. Bass player Merin Boutwell took command of a pulsating bass solo. 'W M,,,,.-a-v-- ll mf F 3 f ffm 4 I THERE 'S PLACE LIKE HOME A wise man once said, A college isn't really a college without a foot- ball stadium. I think that the man was right and now MWSC can raise its head out of the likes of the gutter plus shake off the old junior college image once and for all. At the beginning of the 1979 foot- ball season, the Golden Griffons will be in a brand new home. They will play right here on campus instead of traveling to Noyes Field. No longer will we have to listen to the old ques- tion, Hey, where did you hide the football field on this rinky-dink cam- pus? Oh, we play on Noyes Field down on Noyes Blvd. lt's real easy to get to. You just go down Mitchell Ave., turn right at the stop light, travel on Belt Hwy. to the first stop light and turn left on Messanie St. and then, Hey, buddy, where are you going? l'm not finished yet. The new stadium has been named Spratt Memorial Stadium. Elliott Bud Spratt had a dream about how MWSC sports should be and left a fund to help make it happen in the way of a new stadium. lt will include field seats for 4,700 plus a press box. A new stadium club of loyal Griffon supporters will have special seats and a lounge in the same building as the press box - everything a college team could want or need. The new field will finally give the Golden Griffons that home field ad- vantage which all coaches and news reporters talk about. lt will be just a hop, skip and a jump from the dorms, and give the students a reason to stay the weekend and By RICH MATZES watch the Griffs perform. No problem with parking or worrying about running back across Noyes Field before and after each game. For the incoming freshman, it will not be as hard to show them where the field is at the beginning of the year. lt is hoped that students and loyal fans will try to start the tradition of sellout crowds and wild excite- ment that is seen on other college campuses. The Griffs will bring in a new young squad and their Western Veer to a new home. In the opening I gave a wise old saying and in case you were wonder- ing, the wise old man is also the writer of this story. Everyone likes to get to the game early, but Phyllis Brazzell and Sheryl Duffy are about six months early in this shot. Spratt Stadium is scheduled to open in late summer 1979. With a little good weather and the help of the built- in sprinkler system the dust and dirt jbelowj are transformed into a lush carpet of green grass. JOHN CARMODY Spratt Memorial Stadium tabovej marks the newest addition to the Missouri Western Skyline. Phase I of the construction is scheduled to be completed this summer and includes concession and ticket areas, stadium club and seating. Homecoming 78 Perhaps the most exciting week to grace MWSC's calendar this past year was that of Homecoming. Homecoming always holds a special place in the memories of MWSC students, ranging from the very sub- lime to complete misery, due to long hours put in building floats. Those that attended any or all of the events during Homecoming will remember the '78 week with fond memories for years to come. Beginning on Mon- day, with a dress-up as cartoon character theme, students began to get into the swing of Homecoming '78. That night, an all school talent show was held in the Fine Arts Theatre. Many outstanding perfor- mances were turned in by MWSC students, who stepped out of their roles of scholars to show another facet of their character, talent. Tuesday night, MWSC was treated to Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, Tweety, Sylvester, and Mel Blanc. The veteran impressionist appeared to a packed audience in the College Center. Entertaining, explaining techniques, and previewing several Warner Brothers' Cartoons, Blanc left many of the students gently strolling into the night, reminiscing about the days of their youth when they had enjoyed Bugs, Elmer Fudd, and the other characters that they had loved. On Wednesday, the College Center was transformed into a Car- nival, complete with festive booths and attractions ranging from the hilarious to the lighter side of matrimonial arts, via shotgun wed- dings. Later that night, Michael Dowd, a very fine magician, put on a wondrous show that fascinated and enthralled a large audience in the Fine Arts Theatre. And, as if Dowd's show wasn't thrilling enough, horror movies were shown in the Rathskellar afterwards. Thursday's events included the plastering of posters across campus, and one of the favorite events, the Bonfire. That night, the homecoming Queen and her court were an- nounced. The Queen was Diedre Haage, sponsored by the Baptist Student Union. Maid of Honor was Kristy Gibson, sponsored by Lamb- da Chi Alpha. Attendants and their The Pink Panther, itop leftj created jointly by Tau Kappa Epsilon and Sigma Kappa, was the winner of the float contest. Sigma Kappa's Dumbo ilower leftj placed first in the decorated car competition. A blocked punt fopposite page, topj was just one of the many action-packed plays of the homecoming game. Maryville High School drum majorette Malinda Higginbotham lopposite page, bot- tomj leads the marching band during the half- time extraveganza. BEN WEDDLE 5 bm 9 xwmt' .. !-':'-2 ,I li S . 'L f ir . , ff' ' ,Q V ,W , ,- ' ' , . ' fy? ibn Q if X his DQ' L Q ik! va ' 'ff .4 sponsors were: Debbie Palmer, Ag. Clubg Lisa Hanke, Sigma Phi Epsilon, and Dalana Rodgers, Dormitory Association. Friday was another fantastic day, not just because classes weren't held, but because it gave students a chance to finish the work on their spectacular floats and prepare for the big day to follow. The parade itself had a little bit of everything, from marching bands to mayors. Also included in the parade were royalty from local high schools as well as the reigning MWSC's Queen Diedre Haage, floats that brightened the faces of onlookers as they rolled past, depicting cartoon characters which were recognized by small children, who gleefully cheered their favorites, decorated cars from many campus organizationsg units of Moila dune buggies and motor tricyclesg beautiful cars and vans from the Corvette Club and the Pony Express Van Club, and cars from the Old Timer's Antiques. The parade lasted for almost two hours, during which the crowd never dwindled, only ooed and ahed as one fantastic attraction after another passed by. After the parade was over, the final tally of units entered in the parade came to a staggering 154. More than any other homecom- ing parade in the history of MWSC. Following the parade that after- noon, supercharged students ln- vaded Noyes Field, for the last Homecoming game to be played there. The energy level of all was so high, that the overflow of emotion was passed on to the team as they took the field and trounced the Em- poria State Hornets 49 to 17. That night, for those who still had The reaction of Homecoming Queen Diedre Haage tabovel is captured at the moment of the announcement during the bonfire festivities. Tri-captain Mark Storey promises victory ttop rightl to an enthusiastic crowd during the bonfire. Michael Dowd entertained MWSC students tbottom lefty with a variety of E I l I CRAIG DRATH magic acts at the Fine Arts Theater. Maryville High School student Tim Weddle tbottom rightj impersonated Elvis Presley during half- time activities. Homecoming spirit is per- sonified ttop lefty in the silhouetted photograph of these cheerleaders. enough energy to use, the Homecoming dance was held in the College Center. Music was provided by the jazz-oriented band Strut, who quickly provided the energy that many needed to refuel on. Homecoming '78 reflected the spirit, talent, and uniqueness of the student body at MWSC. It was the biggest and best Homecoming on record. Once again, students at MWSC were MAKING IT HAPPEN. Nw :ai Ui: ,. Q! :mlm A Q' . y K fix-,Cb 'N-aw., i S 'S yri 1 - I .lf lt Fw E ' X4 fa Y my-.wwf -vp, I KG? dp-'K w shun. A '4s ' N Ei! wp. S 5,3 Qi s QR x M 4, 1 X e Q What's up do , By DON PAXTON Little did I know, and little did I care when I was ten years old, who did the voices of those Saturday- morning cartoon characters. But when I saw the man, Mel Blanc, start out his performance with that well- known phrase, Ngyaaaaah, what's up, Doc? , I knew I was watching one of the most talented men of our time. During the three Oscar-winning cartoons Mr. Blanc showed, Nighty- Knight, Bugs , Birds Anonymous , and Speedy GonzoIous , people from the side left their seats to sit on the floor to watch. Although I've seen two of those cartoons before, they were just as enjoyable the second time around. That's one reason for the cartoon industry's popularity, no one tires of animated entertainment. I never say no to anything, said Mr. Blanc during his show. With this philosophy, he has gotten jobs with Jack Benny, Abbott and Costello, Burns and Allen, and various other early radio greats. Also, with this in mind, he got caught into doing a GRIFFON. No matter how old we get, we're still kids at heart. Even though the common image for college students is one of mature intellectuals, Mr. Blanc performed for a packed house of them, with little more than stan- ding room in the back. And each of them enjoyed the show as much as they would have as when they were in grade school. jClockwise from top leftj Neil Spencer and friend enjoy the antics of Mel Blanc. Mel Blanc and friend entertained a capacity crowd at the College Center. M.O. Looney and gran- daughter Rachel also enjoy the festivities be- ing presented. A familiar closing to millions of 'kids' everywhere. CRAIG DRATH CRAIG DRATH 2323 Wjiv wyww :Q 'G' ,wg W OTED A THOR VISITS CAMPUS By JEROME MAAG Photos by CRAIG DRATH This was my first big interview and God only knows how I happened to get stuck with it. Before this I had done a few talks with local figures and turned outa couple of decent lit- tle articles. But someone got the wrong idea. They must have thought I really liked doing it. Anyway, I found myself assigned by at least three different groups to interview John Knowles, celebrated author of A Separate Peace and other less celebrated works. In preparation I read the afore-, mentioned book and about half of another. Then I finagled my way down to the airport to meet him as he came in. What I had intended was to use the time to become acquainted and comfortable, then arrange a later hour for the interview. It was not to work that way. Mr. Knowles, a smallish man with curly gray hair, came off the plane and stood waiting. lt took our welcoming party, comprised of Dr. Castellani, Dr. Gilgun and myself, a S little while to realize that this was our man. He didn't look anything like the publicity pictures. The pictures showed a model of middle-aged grooming. What we found was a bedraggled little man in a rather casual outfit. But we finally made the connection. Introductions were made all around, and we proceeded to wait for his luggage while Dr. Castellani got the car, and Knowles complained about the slow luggage service. In the car, the question of who should start the conver- sation was bantered around a bit. Before I knew what was happening, I found myself turning on my tape recorder and asking intelligent and pertinent questions. My original design was to ask a few present questions that would theoretically open the field into a wide ranging discussion of his work, etc. I asked my questions all right, but for some reason, the ensuing discussion did not come. We were not connecting. Anyway, the conversation went something like this: Maag: tslip into interviewer modesistat-'Ucomputer onl As far as your own work goes, what prompts you to write - what starts you off for instance on a short story, a novel or an essay? Knowles: lslip into interviewee mode-under-graduate opponent-sistat- 'computor onl Right, we're going to be getting into a course that I'm going to be discussing tonight, but very briefly: It's place, I start always with a place I know very well. All my books and all my stories have a very strong sense of place. Not character so much as geographical location. Anything I've ever written is very strong that way. It isn't a technique, it's just a reflection of my own interests, feelings, per sonality I suppose. Maag: lno response-sistat-nex question pleasel Do you do a spo for spot depiction of the place or dc you add what you think is ap- propriate to the story? lnstupic question-sistat-l Knowles: No, you have to vary something. As it happens, in the case of A Separate Peace,' everything at the Exeter Academy which is the scene of the novel, work- ed in terms of what I was trying to do So I changed absolutely nothing lcontradiction mode-confuse opponent-'Hcomputor rest model Maag: lconfusion mode-briei freak-out mode-slip back- interviewer mode onl Do you have some kind of unifying concept that you're trying to get across when you start to write? Knowles: lrest mode off- H interviewee mode onl No indeed, I feel my way. I wouldn't write a book il I had a real concept, because I write them to find out what it's all about. I think if I knew what it was all about, had a unified picture ol it, I would never write it . lrest model Maag: lNo connection-brief nervous mode-squirm' in- terviewer mode onl Do you feel that you have some kinc of theme that traces through all your work? Knowles: Well, see, there's a lot of guilt. That's the kinc of thing that's hard for a writer to see. People can discuss my works and say there's a lot of guilt. But that's the kinc of thing that's hard for a writer to see lrepeat statement- third timel people who have discussed my work seem tc think there's a lot of guilt running through it, and I guess maybe there is. There are a lot of young people trying tc realize themselves. I think that recurs frequently. In the face of great obstacles oftentimes in their own nature. Maag: lno connection-brief freak-out mode-confusec question mode-intellectual discussion model Johr Gardner has recently come out with a book, On Moral Flc- tlon, the idea of some kind of responsibility that an authoi has to an audience. It seems that he had some kind ol reversion to Victorianism type direction that literature hac to head in. The author had to develop some kind of sensq of responsibility to the audience to portray some kind o sense of good and evil. Knowles: lintellectual mode onl I couldn't possiblt accept that. I wouldn't think of constricting myself with tha kind of approach to writing. Surely if there's one area o human experience that is supposed to be free, it's writing It may turn out that there's a moral weight to my work, hope there is, but I wouldn't dream of going at it with tha in mind, that I had to somehow improve people morally, i Dr. John Gilgun introduces noted author John Knowles at the Seventh Annual English Conference held October 26. Knowles enter- tained questions after he discussed several of his works including Pulitzer Prize winner, A Separate Peace . that's what Gardner's saying. tper- sonal attack mode onj I doubt that he is. toff subject mode onj I can think of so many great works of art that it's just absurd to try and apply that to. Maag: tspace mode-circuits hot- burn out mode-Circuits Closet Buzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. . . At this point, Drs. Castellani and Gilgun, realizing that I was drowning in sweat and burning out every one of my already short circuits, jumped in with some questions. Knowles left his interviewee mode completely and proceeded to give at least half of his eight o'clock lecture during the remainder of the trip back to the college. I sat in the back seat of the car with my tape recorder still running, catching it all but not really listening. I wasn't sure if I had completely blown it, or if he had just been un- cooperative. After reconsideration, Iistening to my tape, hearing his lec- tures, and a few conversations with witnesses, I think a lot of it had to do with his unwillingness to cooperate and my over-reaching myself with meaningful and pertinent questions . Listening to the tape, I do not feel as stupid as I did at the time. I am a little angry though. He talked to me with a definite tone of superiority, and at one point actually attacked my credibility. After watching him flounder when he lost his place during his first lecture, I don't feel at all bad. By the by, I will never do an inter- view again. PULITZER PRIZE WINNER John Knowles was born and reared in Fairmont, West Virginia. Growing up in this border state has, according to Mr. Knowles, given him an affinity with both northern and southern casts of mind. He was educated at Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire, and at Yale. Dur- ing the 1950s and 1960s, Mr. Knowles spent long periods living abroad principally in France, Italy, and,Greece. Mr. Knowles' stories and articles have appeared in Cosmopolitan, Esquire and the New York Times. He spent a year as writer in residence at the University of North Carolina and as guest lecturer in creative writing at Princeton. He has lectured at Yale, Columbia, Notre Dame, Duke, the Air Force Academy and the Universi- ty of Virginia. He was a principal speaker at the NCTE Convention in Honolulu in 1967. His best known novel, A Separate Peace, a study of school boys dur- ing World War ll, appeared in 1960 and has become a fixture in school and college curricula throughout the country. Exposing a sincere emo- tion nakedly like that at the Devon School was the next thing to suicide. I should have told him then that he was my best friend also and rounded off what he had said. I started to, I nearly did. But something held me back. Perhaps I was stopped by that level of feeling, deeper than thought which contains the truth. E.M. Forster compared the work to a play by Sophocles, and Time named it one of the ten best novels of the 1960s. Mr. Knowles' other books in- clude: Double Vision: American Thoughts Abroad , Morning in An- tibes , Phineas , Indian Summer , The Paragon , A Vein of Riches , Spreading Fires . CBS correspondent eaks on campu By MARILYN SPEER Photos by CRAIG DRATH The Second Annual Sally Juden Reed Memorial Lecture brought Ray Brady, CBS News correspondent from New York to MWSC on March 7, 1979. Brady is a native of Philadelphia and received a degree in history and economics from Fordham Universi- ty. He later studied professional writing at Columbia University. He started his career with a small magazine in New Jersey. After gain- ing experience, he later advanced to the positions of Assistant Managing Editor of Forbes Magazine and Associate Editor of Barron's. Before joining the CBS staff, he was editor of Dun's Review. Brady presently gives a business report on television each weekday on the 'CBS Morning News and works for the CBS Evening News with Walter Cronkite. ln the afternoons, his radio braodcast Today in Business is heard on 220 radio stations across the country. The first activity of the day was a student interaction session in which a short presentation by Brady was followed by questions. Brady spoke on business and the media. A major problem in business, he said, is that most people know lit- tle about it. Speak to people in terms of jobs created by business, not profits, so the average person can understand and appreciate it, he said. Brady pointed out that bigness is not necessarily badness because companies have to be big to compete on a global basis. The evening session focused on the future of the economy. Brady predicted a recession by the middle of the year. He said the present infla- tion began at the time of the Vietnam War. The government financed it by printing more money instead of rais- ing taxes. Brady sees potential positive results from a recession. The impact could be increased trade with China that would lessen our dependency on OPEC oil. Such a period might keep wages and prices down and would be better than imposing man- datory wage and price controls. Both sessions were followed by Brady's discussion and gave par- ticipants the advantage of his professional experiences and ideas. CBS Business Correspondent Ray Brady, top- posite pagej as guest lecturer at the Second Annual Sally Juden Reed Memorial Lecture, addresses MWSC students and faculty members during an evening session. Correspondent Brady speaks seriously ofthe problem of inflation in the United States. Students and faculty tabovet squeeze into the crowded room for the afternoon session of Ftay Brady's presentation. He responded to their questions on topics ranging from economics, politics and foreign affairs to the integrity of CBS. Mr. Brady later sent a letter to Dr. Max Brady of the Economics Department saying that this college provided him with one gfghe best informed audiences he had ever a . ...... 'Mr-,Q -' Wet illie Having a press pass to a rock con- cert is like having an unlimited charge account at the local liquor store . . . HEAVEN! When ace photographer Ben Weddle and I arrived at the Missouri Theatre on March 29, we were amazed to see a crowd had formed outside of the doors. We had the mistaken idea that if we got there at six thirty, a full hour and a half before the concert was slated to begin, then we would be able to bull our way in and get front row seats. But, there was the crowd to reckon with now. About 150 to 200 rock-crazed fans milling around the front doors, waiting to perform the age-old ritual of rushing the doors as soon as they open. Hey Ben, I said, I'm not going to try to crowd up through those people . . . some of them look like es- capees from a drug rehabilitation camp. I swear I saw some guy wave a machete in our direction! Weddle was cool, confident, and as self-assured as a person who stands six-four. Relax, Wimp, I'lI get us in through the stage doors, all these guys here know me. We wandered down an alley to the side doors and Ben knocked boldly on the outside. Within a few minutes, a uniformed officer, one of many, opened the door. Yeah? Press Ben commanded, We're the press from Mo. West, let us in, we have work to do inside. The cop smiled like a crocodile. Sure, pal, you know how many times I've heard that one? I decided to speak up. We ARE the press! We need to get in to get the story of the pre-concert scene. Shove off, you little greasebalI. The door slammed in our faces. Ben and I stood looking at each other outside in the dimly lit alley. A rat scurried by our feet and slipped into a hole underneath the door. I laughed, Well, I could make it, but that leaves you out here in the coId. Weddle grimmaced, Come on, there's more than one door around here. We tried the door several yards down from the last one and this time Weddle kicked it fiercely several times. The door opened, and another policeman stood in our way. Let me handle this, I told Ben, Look officer, we're the press from Missouri Western State College, you know, the people that are paying for By BLAINE HIPES this? We need to get in early to set up the cameras and take a few notes before the concert cranks up and we can't hear ourselves think. So how about it, can we come in? The cop pulled a couple of cigarette butts from his ears. Huh? I turned to look at Weddle, who smiled, knowing that I had seen this method of ear protection performed by him at the Head East Concert. Old Indian trick. He said. What the hell do you guys want? The officer demanded, noticeably fingering his nightstiok. Weddle was about to go for the guys throat when Joe Vigliataro came bounding to the rescue. What's up, guys? In a matter of minutes, Weddle and I were front row center. This is more like it, I announced. Weddle unpacked his camera, Yeah, I thought for a minute there we were gonna have to toss in some raw meat to distract him while we slipped in the door. The roadies began setting up the equipment and balancing the amps, trying desperately to strike a balance with the acoustics of the Missouri Theatre. The theatre is not the best place to hold a rock concert, even a semi-rock concert like Morningstar and Wet Willie, but since the old con- cert haven, the Frog Hop Ballroom had been recently sold and turned into a Idare I say the wordi disco, then the places to hold a concert are extremely limited. It was either the Missouri Theatre or the stockyards. And with certain members of the crowd acting like wild animals during the concert, the stockyards would have been entirely suitable. Soon the crowd began pouring in and filtering to their seats. The light slowly dimmed and Morningstar took the stage to begin the concert with a hard-driving rock and roll song which no one could hear the ti- tle of, due to the ongoing balancing of vocals and guitars. The bass drums of the drummer were mixed through the p.a. system, making them sound like thunder. With a tor- nado warning in effect for much of Buchanan county, this noise didn't help much. I didn't have to wait very long Isong number three, Sweet Georgia Peach i for the oldest of rock cliches: C'mon everybody, clap your hands together, we wanna HEAR YA!!! The fourth number they did was an old tune from the late sixties en- titled, Gimme Some Lovin , former- ly performed by the Rascals, now Jerry Chambers Ibelowl and Rich Bacus blast into a fluid, frenzied guitar duel as Mor- ningstar opened the concert. CRAIG DRATH I. E BEN WEDDLE wi'-ft, Q if Y qv ww' Mi' -as ,Jw .l sleeve saw CRAIG DRATH CRAIG DRATH Lead singer and guitarist Rich Bacus, Qabove leftl for Morningstar belts out powerful vocals during Sweet Georgia Peach. Contrasting the glitter-filled lead singer of Morningstar, fabovel Jimmy Hall of Wet Willie provided the crowd with dynamic lead vocals. fBelowJ Pranksters didn't fail to make their presence known as someone slipped a fake joint into the mouth of a sculptured Chaldean relief. Wet Willie butchered by Morningstar. There was mixed reaction from the crowd, which arranged from the typical responses to their only radio quasi-hit, Sunshine, of Oh, l've heard THAT before! to Oh God, how many times do l gotta listen to that old tune'? As a warm up band to Wet Willie, a poorer choice couldn't have been made. First of all, Morningstar's music is a good deal different than Wet Willie's and second of all, Wet Willie's music is a good deal different from Morningstar's. l think John Car- mody put it best: Yeah, the Griffon News called them an 'up-and- coming band' in their first issue, but to me, they're a down-and-going band. There was no encore to the Mor- ningstar set, and several people murmured their appreciation of that fact. l wandered out into the lobby to do a little midconcert interviewing, and spotted a motley crew of what appeared to be high school aged rock revelers standing by the balcony staircase. As I walked over to them, l heard one say to another, Hey, man, are you wasted? Oh wow, am ll!! Three Bowls! Jeff Caton seemed to hit the nail on the head with this statement, Boy, I knew St. Joe crowds were hungry for rock 'n' roll, but I didn't know they were starving to death! Wet Willie finally took the stage after about thirty minutes of new set ups and sound checks. From the opening number, to the encore, they were a delight. Their special band of jazz-rock fusion, was perfectly balanced with just the right amount of blues tossed in to make the con- cert a well-shaped experience for the listeners. The crowd reacted exceptionally well to their third number, Baby Fat, which was a funky, upbeat, song with a reggae flair. The sax solo was excellent, as was the guitar lead. During the performance of their smash hit single , Don't Turn Me Away, the crowd's reaction was Lead guitarist for Wet Willie, Larry Berwald, tabovel displayed a masterful expertise of the frets that had many spectators thoroughly fascinated. somewhat milder than would be the reception that their final song, Smilin' ln the Rain would get, which was somewhere near Super Bowl cheers. Lead singer, Jimmy Hall provided the cohesiveness of the band's numbers, with his cons- tant playing to the crowd. Hall's technique was reminiscent of Mick Jagger, lips and all, and several of BEN WEDDLE the young women on the front row drooled at his every movement. The Morningstar-Wet Willie con- cert may not go down in the annals of rock fame here on campus, but they did provide a worthwhile even- ing of entertainment on an otherwise dreary, stormy, Thursday night. As the crowd filtered into the night out- side ofthe Missouri Theatre, l heard someone behind us state, Well, l think we got our money's worth. Obviously a college student. CRAIG DRATH Larry Berwald, labovel rips out a beautiful progression of licks during Baby Fat . lBelow lefty Versatile singer-saxist Jimmy Hall blows a mean rift that had many people on theirfeet. Providing the raw, pounding energy of Wet Willie, lbelowl drummer Theothilus Lively, lives up to his last name. BEN WEDDLE ,fs- if? -Q K es .-N366 ya. BEN WEDDLE W 53 s Q Get m outta here BY BLAINE HIPES Words. insignificant when alone. Confusing when crowded together. Mystifying when unknown. But in the hands of a craftsman who puts together not only words but emotions, the words become alive. Dr. John Gilgun, professor of English, is one of these craftsmen. Many view him as a master at his craft . . . the short story. Dr. Gilgun writes what he feels, be it love for the individual man, or hate for the narrow-mindedness of the masses. He is a quiet man, a man dedicated to his art, a man in touch with basic human nature, and a man who lets nothing slip past his keep grasp of life. This view of life often focuses upon the rural, small town with its assortment of town drunks, farmers, and braggards. Dr. Gilgun forms his view of life depending on the in- put that he receives from it. He is careful to preserve those ideas that seem to be especially interesting in several notebooks. His first efforts at writing were at the early age of twelve, when he purchased a small tablet in which he wrote down daily happenings. This book had to be hidden from members of his family who would have thought him to be a sissy if he were found with it. Years passed, and his writing became more and more productive. He no longer had to hide his notebooks from anyone and his writing began the process of matura- tion. Many times a contributor to prestigious magazines, Gilgun has become well-known in the literary world. Some of the magazines that his works include: Iowa Revlew, Mleslsslppl Review, Wormwood Review, The George Mason Revlew, New lnflnlty, Review, Four Quarters, Paragraph I, and Pequod. One of Dr. Gilgun's specialities is the creation of fables. Several of these fables will appear soon in a book that is being published entitled, Everythlng That Has Been WIII Be Again. This is the first book that Dr. Gilgun has had published, but if this writer's guess is right, it won't be the last. Photos By JIM SMILEY ff r' . -, -'Q ' 'IS Q' I M , ,,,if. ,, Q 'Q '. 5422,-W , 'r. A V, W t ' if 7' ,. I . ' . I ........ an , uf V I I A , L I ' , . ly 1 - . 'V . ' nr 4 N. A . .fr,.,4 A ,' 'V -wr V ,A , ' .wgf . A ww'- V M, s...+.. K -' ffm' 'Y' W ' , ..,.,-, , -W -Z A ' . , . .LH , ' 'XM U M. .M ,M V-fo , -. . 4 Wig, 5' LQQ ' w .. , . 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No matter how broke they are, it seems they just have to be friends and drink, and the Muny Tavern was the only place in our town where you could do this. ffrom: Waiting for Happy j NIJ, 1. ' rein-ff, 'Env Now on summer nights we sit on the rotting steps of Happy's barber shop, slapping at mosquitoes and passing a bottle of Annie Green Springs back and forth, and sometimes someone will say, Gee! Think Happy will ever come back? Flidin' down Main Street the way he used to on his ice cream bike? Gosh, that Happy, he was something special. He really was. But last week I guess l'd had too much wine, and lwas feeling blue about being laid off at the plant, so I said, lt's not so. Hap- py wasn't special. He was just a God damned bore like everyone else in this town! And then, in the shocked silence that followed, I don't know why but - well, I just broke down and cried. jfrom: Waiting for Happy j ight peopl By LYNDA VENNEMAN Students of the Photography l class listen intensely as their instructor for correct' exposure and composition. Ronald Fleckal, owner of Bray Studios, critiques their work, checking There is a second side to our stu- dent population, another half besides those of us who attend classes by daylight-perhaps even a half less mentioned or less referred to. These are the night people-students of the evening, students who come from anywhere and everywhere and flock to our campus at dusk to attend classes by the growing dark night and by moonlight. Night classes, regular academic classes and Continuing Education classes, open up educational oppor- tunities to a much wider group of people than just those who can af- ford to be full-time students or those with free daytime hours. These even- ing classes give every able member of the surrounding community a chance to take advantage of Missouri Western State College's educational facilities and capabilities. Among the night people who took regular academic classes this year is Carolina Paniamogan who came to the United States from the Philip- pines in September of 1976 with her husband, a Presbyterian minister, and their four children. She and her family now live in the small town of Maitland, Missouri, where her hus- band ministers and where she teaches Headstart classes during the day. ln the Philippines Carolina used to teach elementary school, but now she is taking classes in the evening to earn a teaching certificate for this state. To take classes at MWSC she must commute the 42 miles between our campus and Maitland. This spr- ing Carolina was enrolled in Dr. Frances Flanagan's Literature for Children class, which she said taught her, among other things, how to be discriminating in choosing children's books. Glen and Karen Gibson are a JACK MCBEE married couple with one child who love to boat on the Missouri River. Together they are taking Boating and Navigation, a Continuing Educa- tion 'class given by members of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, a volunteer group organized to promote boating safety. Glen and Karen are both employed full-time days, so both ap- preciate classes offered during the evening hours. Craig Burri, 12, and Brett Burri, 16, sons of MWSC's Athletic Director Charles Burri, are both lovers of hunting and fishing. ln order to learn how to save some of the animals they catch, both enrolled in Taxider- my, another Continuing Education class. This night class is taught by Charles Mollus, a fireman who has done taxidermy as a hobby since he was 14 and who is responsible for many of the stuffed and mounted animals on display in the Science and Math Building and around cam- pus. Both Craig and Brett enjoy tax- idermy and hope to continue, possibly as a part-time business. Mark Nold is seeking a college degree in psychology and has hopes of someday going into psychiatric counseling. With a wife, one child and a second one on the way, he must work full-time to support them. Night classes make it possible for Mark to work toward his degree and still support his family. One of Mark's classmates this spr- ing semester in James Barger's Psychology of Communication class was Mary O'Konski, a 1963 graduate of St. Joseph's Junior College who works during the day as a programmer analyst. Mary is not overly concerned with earning a degree, though she may eventually seek one. Mary took this particular evening class to improve her own ability to communicate, to improve her relationships with other people, including her friends, and to acquire in general a new point of view. For Jack McBee, a Business Management major, and a member of our Griffon photography staff, this was his senior year. Jack has been working part-time at Bray Studios where he hopes to continue. This spring Jack took a Continuing Education class, Photography l, taught by his employer Ronald Fleckal, owner of Bray Studios. This class gave Jack, as a beginning photographer, a better understan- ding of the use of a camera. Another of this beginning photography class was Associate Circuit Judge Randall Jackson, a former MWSC student who obtained his law degree from Missouri Univer- sity in 1974. Judge Jackson found this class very helpful to him toward his hobby, photography, with which he has been involved for several years. Students in the Stained Glass class gather around Judy Isbell, manager of the American Handicraft Co., as she demonstrates cutting a circle from glass. Students are Taeko Peiry, Janice Crockett, Brynt Hertel, Judy Richmond, Dale Lundberg, and Tina Looney. Students Bill McGuire and Steven Per- vis at work in the Taxidermy class taught by fireman Charles Mollus prepare the limb of a deer for the tax- idermic process. These night people are really a mixed bunch of people-all ages, and all levels of education. Some are full-time students. Some take only one class. Some are developing hobbies or special interests. Some are bettering themselves for their jobs. Some are simply bettering themselves. It's a machine's world h,, fm? By AL HAFIBISON Photos by JIM SMILEY 1 1 dwg 3455? f Machines-they're becoming more a part of our lives every day. Most of the time they work to our benefit, tabovej but there are times when they add to the confusion of Mr. Hapless' KAI Harbisonj harried existence. A most terrible and fiendish device has blasted its way into the battle between man and machine - an Orwellian monster that asks questions, gives advice and above all, relays the orders of a detached intelligence. Science fiction, you say? Not So! This diabolical electronic abomination exists. Picture if you will, poor Arthur W. Hapless factually a devilishly clever pseudonymj and his wife Gertie scrambling wildly around the American National Band parking lot. They are literally chasing the almighty dollar at the whim of the monster. At that moment Art first sees the threat to his sanity. What triggered the wild romp in the snow that transformed Art into a - if not militant, at least intellectual - warrior in the war against uppity machines? lt begins as the Haplesses drive into a slow moving bank line to deposit paychecks - minus, of course, the mortgage payment, the gas bill, the electric bill and other things computers have charged against them tpaying cash to avoid check service charges is a small symbol of resistance to monthly at- tacks on their financesj. Like millions of Americans, they accept the inva- sion of the machine as an inevitable by-product of progress. Waiting in line, the Haplesses once again admire the sleek mechanical tellers operated by bare- ly visible humans encased in a glass booth like sportscasters. Mrs. Hapless remarks how clever it is to control six lanes of customers with only two or three persons, and what won't they think of next? The happy Haplesses pull up beside one of the mechanical marvels. A light flashes on. A detached voice speaks, Good after- noon! Oh, hi! Art automatically replies as he slides the checks into the tray and pushes the send button. Moments later, Thank you, sir. The machine whirrs and the tray reopens. Art stretches for the small half envelope. His two middle finger- tips barely grasp the packet. As he retrieves it, he suddenly realizes that the little packet is upside down. Those pieces of green colored paper swirling about the parking lot are his hard earned bucks. PANIC!!! As the panting, puffing couple collapse into their car, the mechanical voice says, Sir, you'd better count your money. Something snaps fthe proverbial last straw?j and Art suddenly recognizes the enemy. Oh, no! he groans, l've been speaking into the clown's nose again. The monster did indeed make its first appearance in the innocent guise of a mechanical clown. Fast food chains, in the interest of ef- ficiency, have sacrificed the glamour of the traditional drive-in carhop on the altar of progress. Art now places his food order by speaking into the nose of the clown, the trunk of an elephant or some equally juvenile pile of junk. Gertie vainly attempts to control the little Haplesses as they jockey for position to yell their individual preferences at the clown. Art's head feels like a one way megaphone with an amplifier and no outlet - the shouts of his offspring enter one ear reverberating through every sinus cavity, assaulting each nerve-end. A neutered mechanical voice repeats Art's order. Art corrects the clown- Fte-corrects the clown- And, re-re-corrects the clown. The clown finally recites properly, and a relieved Art drives to the ser- vice window line. ' Eg, ' fist? 'i i i f , , .Mfww-W.M,,,W?A.4T,,,,WMm g W... , ,, gi, , W W A ff' To Mr. Hapless labovel it seems the humanity has been taken out of almost everything. At times it is bad enough to just give up. Eventually he accepts and pays for the order, even if it isn't exactly what they wanted. iArt has a fear of embarrassing delays, lest he hold up life's waiting line.l The young Haplesses have no such inhibitions and as the family ex- its the lot, their displeasure with the stupid clown is loudly proclaimed. Art's head throbs as he thinks, Geez, another three aspirin meal. We, like the adult Haplesses, are conditioned to accept the tyranny of the machine -- the gadget that malfunctions until the repairman arrives on his twenty-dollar service call. Occasionally Art reads - with suppressed admiration and glee - about brave souls in far away places, driven over the brink of madness, who blast television sets with shotguns. He even chuckles as America's favorite comic strip detective tem- porarily suspends operations against physically deformed archcriminals to embark on the pur- suit of a madman busily murdering computers. lt is two days after the incident at the bank before Art can think clearly - another day passes before he sees any humor. Mrs. Hapless actually breathes a sigh of relief when he finally stops brooding and mutters, I should have said twenty dollars was miss- ing. But, you know, they would probably have said they aren't programmed to make mistakes. What form shall Art's protest take? Shotguns are out. Basically, Art is too timid to invade insurance or credit card companies massacring computers. Shooting his television set would only provide a passing laugh for some other hapless individual in a distant city who reads the small fillers on the back pages of his newspapers. And, if he were to speed around drive-in parking lots blasting mechanical clowns, he would most likely succeed only in getting himself committed. That leaves the non-violent protest as his only recourse. Art, a little selfish as well as timid, is simply looking for a storekeeper who still records charges in small books filed in an open rack. A drive-in like the ones he remembers - a guy roars into the lot in his '49 Ford with Elvis vibrating the dash, and evokes gales of laughter lfrom himself at leastl with such risque remarks as, Burger and fries, and you to go. And finally, a bank where he can stand in line with other humans and disagree with sourfaced flesh-and- blood tellers. Challenging season for theatre crew I used to think that comedy and drama didn't mix. But after seeing the MWSC Theatre October presen- tation of The Skin of Our Teeth, I have a changed opinion. The author, Thornton Wilder, did an excellent job of combining humor into troubled times without losing the main theme. After watching, I had no trouble in realizing how this play won Mr. Wilder a Pulitzer Prize. However, The Skin of Our Teeth, wasn't Mr. Wilder's only Pulitzer, as a matter of fact, it was his thlrd. His first Pulitzer was for The Bridge of San Luis Rey in 1928g his second was for Our Town in 19385 and then in 1943 he received another for The Skin of Our Teeth. He also gained more popularity in 1954 for The Matchmaker tbetter known for the music adaption, Hello, Dollyl J. But let's face it, a good writer alone does not a good play make. The genious of playwrights has often been lost with bad acting and poor management. But that wasn't the case with the MWSC Theatre Department. With the direction of Dr. Larry Dobbins and a very talented cast, The Skin of Our Teeth was more entertainment than my expec- tations gave it credit for. One reason for the cast being as outstanding as it was, was LISA RICE. Her role as Sabina, housemaid for a family named An- trobus, captured the audience's attention throughout the play. Mainly because the character she played was one that gave the audience what everyone had always wanted to see. And that is for the actor for actress in this casel to stop his lines and talk directly to the audience, a reluctant actress if you will. Which really helped with the comedy relief, however, it was not ad-lib, it was an actual part of the play. Following closely behind Lisa in distinction was MIKE PARKER. The hero of the play, he didn't have the comedy in his role, but for the theme of the play lthe history of many, it couIdn't be all laughs. Playing the part of Mr. Antrobus, Mike's role represented several different By DON PAXTON characters. As a matter of fact, if one followed closely, he would realize that every time the curtain rose after intermission, his character had changed-from portraying Adam and Noah from Genesis in the first and second acts, to an Allied army soldier in the third act. The old saying Behind every great man was a woman was up- held as RITA K. GREGORY played her role of Mr. Antrobus' better half, Mrs. Antrobus. And, as history would have it, as Mike represented Adam, Rita followed suit representing Eve leven though their names were George and Maggiei. The biggest moments of Rita's acting came as her woman behind the man part required her-when the hero decid- ed to give up-to talk him into get- ting his spirits back up. And the way she played it out was quite convin- cing. The couple's supreme example was in the last act, as Mr. Antrobus announced his eagerness to start over again was lost. Together, Rita and Mike did a very touching scene. And that is the whole theme of The Skin of Our Teeth, man's abili- BEN WEDDLE . Y 9532 Vaci? W f ' iii' 2 :34, fu ,V my - V-:pa ,wily ty to start over again after all of live's recurrent crises. And Mr. Wilder supports this idea giving examples of an lce Age, a Forty Day flood, and a World War, from all of which mankind sprang back and made new life when all seemed lost. As Sabina stated . . . and if the dinosaurs don't trample us to death, and if the grasshoppers don't eat up our garden, we'll all live to see better days, knock on wood. ln the most devasting example, the World War scene in the last act, it seemed every ounce of talent in the cast came out. The prime example was STEVEN CRAIG BONNER. In the first two acts, Steven played Henry, a subrole, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Antrobus. But when the curtain rose for the third act, Bonner had the chance to show just how much talent he had. Playing a part of a Nazi stormtrooper, he and Mike Parker had a struggle scene tboth still in Army uniforms from the World War that was never seenl that was a little less than real, but the apologies were well-acted and made up for it and more. Finally, to fill out the An- trobus family was CATHERINE ROGERS. Like Steve Bonner's and Catherine's roles, Gladys, was a sup- porting one at first, being the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Antrobus. But as the play aged, so did AAU... na. an-n al! Catherine's role from little girl, to adolescent, to an adult woman with a child of her own. Another point being made by Mr. Wilder, besides man's starting over no matter what happens to him, is that man's evolution has not always been on its way up. But it's been go- ing around in circles, times chang- ing, but not people. And no matter what man does, he always ends up exactly where he started. So next time you're lost in the midst of life all alone and ready to give up, just take it on the chin and start the next day off new, you'll be in plenty of good company. Another popular feature of the theatre Depart- ment are the back stage plays. These features allow the audience to actually 'experience' Laurie Henthorne, Joe Brinnon and Craig Bonner participated in this fall's production of A Thurber Carnlval lfar leftl. Bob Papisan and Laurie Henthorne watch Joe Brinnon give Laurie Henthorne a spanking during A Thurber Carnlval labovel. The Skln of Our Teeth proved to be a challenge for the cast and the technical crews. Cast members Rita Gregory, Bob Papisan and Lisa Rice put the finishing touches on one of the scenes during final rehearsal of the fall's production. Unseen stars While sitting at a MWSC Theatre Production, have you ever wondered why there is just a frame of a house instead of real walls? Or why a character is wearing a mismatched costume? Or why an actor breaks character and talks to the audience? The technical director didn't really run out of time and money to get the set built. And the costumer really isn't colorblind. And the actors really aren't messing up the script. Believe it or not, it's all done on purpose. The director, working with the costumer and the technical director, devises a master-plan. Keeping in mind the theme of the play, they plan every detail except the spoken words provided by the playwright. The meaning of the play must be brought to life by the design of set and costumes, as well as by the ac- tors. A major consideration is whether to give the audience an active or passive role. By separating the audience and the actors with the dis- tance from the stage to the house, the spectators are merely that, spec- tators. You may laugh, cry and feel honest emotions about the action on stage but you are not included in it. Whereas, when the audience is seated on the stage, positioned around the actors, you become a part of the action. This was demonstrated by the production of Q Thurber Carnival, in December of 1978. The audieihbe was allowed to share the action and the feeling of the actors through close proximity and a happy, carnival atmosphere. The decision to do a production as proscenium or in-the-round, also provided variety. lt is more enjoyable for the audience to see different productions done in innovative ways. The actors benefit from a change of style as a learning experience. lt is certainly much different performing to a mass of faces, obscured by the lights shining on stage, than it is to be able to reach out and touch the audience. It also provides the By BERNADETTE GERO Photos by CRAIG DFIATH designers a chance to employ different techniques and to experi- ment. The costumes and set must be detailed when the audience can ex- amine them carefully, while they must be exaggerated when the audience is some distance away. Realism and fantasy play an im- portant part in the design concept of a show. Some shows are meant to be viewed as a real-life drama taking place before your very eyes. Others are to be pure fantasy. And those in between depend on the interpreta- tion. When a play is realistic, the designers do their best to have the actors look as they would in real life, with a real house or a real street cor- ner. Whereas, in fantasy, they can and do take liberties. A fantasy calls upon the imagination of the audience to see what isn't there, as well as the creativity of the designers to build the unreal. Once the design concept is decid- ed upon the theatre faculty is set to motion. The director conveys the concept to the actors, who bring it to life for the audience. The designers provide them with a set and costumes. There is an army of crews working behind the scenes who complete the final product. Set, costumes, props, lighting, make-up, box office, publicity, ushers, scenery-changers and the list goes on. Who are all these people who spend countless hours for a little glory? Faculty members, workstudy students, students enrolled in Introduction to Theatre, Production Participation, Stagecraft, Lighting, Make-up and Costuming. And a major part of this group is made up of interested com- munity members like you and I. Peo- ple who enjoyed theatre as a hobby or just wanted to try something new. After the concept has been for- mulated andthe designs drawn, then the students take over. Under the supervision of Birgit Wise, students make costumes, learn to apply make-up and publicize the show. Bruce Rogers coordinates the lighting execution and the building of the sets. The lights are hung and manipulated in such a way as to create shadows and colors to enhance the production. The building of the set is executed precisely. The costumes are built ac- cording to actor's measurements and the designer's drawings. Of course, with limitations on funds, time and resources, sacrifices must be made and there are always alterations on the original design. The greatest learning experience is experimentation. Trial and error are the backbone of theatre. When you don't know how to get the desired effect, you call people who might know something about your problem, you read books on the sub- ject, and then you try all of the methods you came up with and see which one comes the closest to what you want. In this way, you learn new techniques that may be helpful at a future date, and your problem turns into a learning experience that is fun and enjoyable. The fun comes from the ability that theatre people have to make their job very unlike work. They enjoy each other's company while working and find time for play while getting the job done. Once the set is finished and the actors have their costumes and make-up, and there is light on the set to set the mood and the scene, the whole thing fits together with a wonderful magic. lt takes on a per- sonality of its own. And it's ready for the critical eye of the audience. So, what does all of this have to do with What's a Techie? Well, all of the people who make the show work are called techies. lt's an affectionate name for those who work on the technical aspects of the theatre. The ones behind the scenes, that you never see, that receive little recogni- tion, are the ones who make it possi- ble for the actors to entertain. Producing special sound effects is just one of the many jobs performed by back-stage crew member Rhonda Boftolfson lupper lefty. Modern furnishings and contemporary set designs by Theatre Instructor Bruce Rogers flower lefty provided the background for this Spring's production of The Prisoner of Se- cond Avenue. Theatre productions require a great deal of expertise behind the scenes as well as on stage as Mike Wise fbelowy puts the finishing touches on a cabinet used in one of the spring productions. E -if l-P The Cherry rchard tops Spring program By BERNADETTE GERO Photos By JACK MC BEE Noel Good Romances Laurie Henthorne while Lisa Rice cleans her gun for the hunt in this scene from The Cherry Orchard Anton Chekhow referred to his play The Cherry Orchard, as a com- edy. On the surface, the words and situations are comic, but the subject dealt with is almost tragic, The decline of Russian aristocracy as seen through the eyes of a woman losing her estate and her beloved cherry orchard. Jennifer McKinnon gave a touching performance as Ranevskaya, the landowner who could no longer pay the mortgage because of her over-generous nature. Her daughters portrayed by Pam Van Horn and Jeannette Siress, and her brother fBen Clayi sup- ported her during this time of need. Governess Lisa Rice discusses life with the old vlaet, James Switzer ileftj Comedy relief was provided by the servants, Lisa Rice, Janis Stutzer, Noel Good and Laurie Henthorne. The philosopher of the story, played by Mike Dandliker, gave insight to the audience as to the true meaning of life in Russia, and Mat Cates gave an excellent performance as the villain who buys the estate. The cast was made complete with John Swiastyn, Mike Parker, William Guenther, Jerome Maag, and Chuck Waters in supporting roles. With the hard work and guidance of director Mike Wise, the final production of the MWSC theatre department for 1978-79 was brought together. Costume designer, Birgit Wise, provided a real sense of old Russia with her enquisitely executed period costumes. From the complex beauty of a gown belonging to a wealthy landowner, to the drab, serf- like outfit of a struggling student, the costumes provided esthetic pleasure and realism Bruce Rodgers and all of the crews are to be commended for their hard work on the lights, set, and everything else that made the final product so perfect. l hope everyone here at MWSC will join me in giving our theatre department a standing ovation for the fine season they provided us with. 5 :35fA'i'Ll9? KSC' Q- 'Mm 31. wQS Ss was AME vm. ff ,K gf ,K . Nw XWQGQ HK, 'M Matt Coates gloats over his acquisition fleftj while Pam Van Horn, Jennifer McKinnon, Jeanette Siress, Ben Clay and Mike Dandliker look at their Cherry Orchard for the last time. Coates watches as the family lbelowj plans to leave their home. Noel Good and Mike Dandliker are busy packing. The women, Jeanette Siress, Pam Van Horn, Jennifer McKinnon, Laurie Henthorne and Lisa Rice look at their home for one last time. The family waits anxiously ffacing page, topi to hear the fate of their estate and beloved Cherry Orchard. Mike Parker ffacing page, lower lefti portrays a young man plagued by accidents, who is in love with the maid. The family is shocked to hear their old friend played by Matt Coates ffacing page, center right! has purchased their estate. Ben Clay to the right of Coates, feels helpless to stop his friend. Family and friends include Pam Van Horn, Mike Dandliker, James Stutzer, Noel Good, Jennifer McKinnon and Lisa Rice. Jeanette Siress is angry with clerk Mike Parker ffacing page, lower rightj for doing something wrong. James Stutzer is caught in between. Tou h of Class Superb style and execution gave the fifth annual Concert of Dance a touch of class. A real touch of class was presented to packed houses at the fifth annual Concert of Dance held January 28, 29, and 30 in the Thompson E. Potter Fine Arts Theatre. An original musical score by Dr. Mathew Gilmour was performed to perfection with the choreography of Western Michigan University's choreographer, Bob Christianson, and the music of the MWSC Jazz Ensemble. Choreographic works included in the concert were Air on a Tape Loop by Joan Turner, A Dancer's Dream by Karen Sewell, Japanese Gardens by Sharon Kay McBee, A Dancer Prepares by Dina Wilson, Exodus by Melanie Ross, and others performed by Diane Thomp- son, Yvonne Walker, Bill Carter, and Vickie Keegstra. All of these works were superb in the style and execution of move- ment, with emotions flowing through each dynamic movement. Spec- tacular in motion, fantastic in vision, and with high-voltage energy being passed from performer to audience, the concert was a delight to behold. One only wonders at the amount of time spent on each specific move- ment, each dramatic turn, spin, or pirouette, before it is ready to pre- sent to the audience. The agility and ability of all members to make their specific numbers as pleasing as they were presented is, indeed, phenomenal. The fifth annual Concert of Dance offered a little class to an anxious audience. The audience embraced it with open arms and hearts. There will never be another quite like it, but as they say, memories are forever. Photos by CRAIG DRATH l l Most routines were choreographed by the performers themselves, such as the routine to Suite Madame BIue trightl performed by Diane Thompson and Bill Carter. You Don't Send Me Flowers tbelow rightj was per- formed by Yvonne Walker and Bill Carter who also choreographed their score. The suite Japanese Gardens consisting of dances, tabovet featured students from Sharon Kay McBee's dance studio. W ML? iw L. .f M New ork By MARILYN SPEER Photos by KEN WACHENDORFEFR The MWSC Business and Economics Department again offered Management 299, a course which was an eight-day, seven-night tour of the corporate and financial district of New York City. The class required preliminary work before leaving. Students attended seminars and completed reading assignments. Each stu- dent wrote a paper evaluating the experience and took an exam over the material. The schedule included tours of the New York Stock Exchange and the American Stock Ex- change iAMEXl. Students were able to see the actual trading floors in action. One of the favorite places visited was J.C. Penney. Partici- pant Daryl Garvis said, lt had two good elements: a friendly at- mosphere, and the tour guide took plenty of time. The group visited the Com- modity Exchange in the World Trade Center. lt has the largest commodity floor in the world. When touring the Federal Fleserve Bank, many students were impressed by its vault. The vault held gleaming blocks of gold. Although temptation may have existed to bring a souvenir back, the sensitive electronic security system eliminated this possibility. The group visited the Conference Board and Merill Lynch. The Conference Board was a non-profit business and economic research organization. Students were able to dine and talk with executives at Gulf- Western. After touring the cor- porate headquarters, participants enjoyed a luncheon in the cor- porate dining room. interaction between students and executives made the event more personal and meaningful. The group attended the Broadway hits Annie and Grease . When asked about the plays, students preferred Annie , Participants used their spare time to see and enjoy New York City. Some of their favorite places included Radio City Music Hall, Chinatown, the Cloisters, Greenwich Village, and Central Park. The participants included Charles Pettijohn, Jim Pettijohn, Bonnie Lawson, Ken Wachen- dorfer, John Corcoran, Wanda Cit provides a more intimate view Y of the corporate world The skyscrapers of Manhattan's financial dis- trict fabovel provide jobs and opportunities s 'O' a diVe'Se popumon' The American stock Exchange fbelowl is a marketplace to trade securities in most of America's leading corporations. . s ass ess st ss: N g ifs .. , S X F :.: .. S Y at t' r -- : C X lr lllli 5 . is I I I ll N i W lil ,,... A lis i M C W g ,,,., my V jf 1.. Xb- ' ... ' l' G i 3 2 ft . ,git fs -ME 'Q 'lk 2 -ti. aes ,. 'X - z,lll,l,l,' l flwllwilliltllt 'V'x11 tWg s i, if I -, 5. ,eg warm 2 V, J1 T it ll? is at at A' ,if- , V 7 ,,,,, i VUE pl ' Q ,, .,r,,. Pi , ' V,s . VV , A, 7 ff?.'W , n H 7, M . f l l W W2 1 , . i t S f 5 ' ilii Siebern, Linda Smith, Daryl Gar- vis, Eddy Thompson, Donna VanVollenburg, Janeen Lowden, Candy Cochran, Lucretia and Robert Hawley. The comments expressed about New York City included uniqueness , diversity of people , richness , and always something to do . When asked if they would like to go again, everyone enthusiastically affirmed it The World Trade Center labove leftl was built by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey for the transaction of international business. lt features an observation deck on the 107th floor, houses four commodity ex- changes, and a variety of shops and restaurants. Students stayed at Hotel Piccadilly lleftl located on Times Square. Gulf-Western labove rightj is in the background. It is a conglomerate involved in a variety of areas such as owning part of Madison Square Garden, Catalina Sportswear, and Paramount Pictures. Human performance lab Imagine for a moment that you are a Missouri State Legislator. One day, while in the midst of reforming tax laws, debating the merits of the death penalty, et cetera, a small group of college students and their instructors corral you and your colleagues and administer strange tests to you. These tests measure such things as heart rate and blood pressure land embarrass you in front of your friendsl. You would have been a first-hand witness to the merits of Missouri Western's Human Performance Lab. Imagine now that you are a college student in someplace like idaho or Florida, and during your Physical Education Concepts class, you notice your textbook was written by two instructors from a college nam- ed Missouri Western. That text- book is another testimony to the vitality of our Human Performance Lab. The Performance Lab was in- stituted seven years ago to supple- ment the Concepts of Physical Ac- tivity course. The program has since gained national recognition as a model physical education class. Also, two instructors here, Dr. Charles Erickson and Dr. James Terry, have collaborated on a text- book entitled Physical Actlvlty for All Ages-the Concepts Approach. Duane Johnson of Florida State University and Candis Pendergast, chairperson of the Physical Educa- tion department at South High School in Fargo, North Dakota assisted on the book, which will be marketed nationally. By Tiivi wiLi.is Photos by JIM SMILEY The instructors feel the Concepts course and the Performance Lab is more than the traditional college P. E. class, it is not solely an activity class and is as academic as English or Science. lt will be expanded to a 3-hour course in the fall of 1979. The lab, while testing all physical education students, also tests members of the entire St. Joseph community as well. We've tested 1500-2000 people in the com- munity, Dr. Terry said, and some of them were in their 70's. Perhaps the highlight of the school year for the Performance Lab came on March 7. Dr. Terry, Dr. Erickson, and student assistants Bill Couldry, Keith Evans, Mike Hart, Sarah Nolte, and Joan Turner, along with President Looney and Dean Coyne, administered Performance Lab tests to approximately 400 peo- ple at the State Capitol. Those tested included Governor and Mrs. Teasdale. Assisted by the State Heart Association, the group took the resting heart rate, the resting blood pressure, the percentage of body fat, pre and post electrocar- diograms, and an estimation of physical work capacity of those tested. We feel we represented our college well, said Hart, a Junior. Dr. Terry hopes to eventually broaden the current program and further expand its services to the en- tire community. We're moving in the direction of a Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit, Dr. Terry stated. Presently, those heart patients who need rehabilitative care must go to one of the Kansas City hospitals. The program, while benefiting athletes, helps those who aren't physically fit and detest athletics. We're after the person who's turned off of athletics, explained Hart. Those students who are not athletes receive the most benefit from the course. The program attempts to match the lifetime physical needs of the student with certain activities that are beneficial and of interest. We're looking for the long-term benefits, said Hart. Part of the Iab's job is to provide students in physical education classes with test results so that they will be able to measure progress in their activities. Bicycle testing Qleftl provides lab technicians with information concerning cardiovascular fittness. Lab technician Mike Hart tbelowt administers the Astrand test to one of Dr. Terry's aerobics students. place for nature By LYNDA VENNEMAN Photos by CRAIG DRATH Cissy Kottman, Steve Hower and Mark Wilson fabovel, all MWSC biology students, examine the Columbine flowers that grow wild on the reserve. A day of classes brings traffic from and in and out Of bUildinQS- How Carl all directions, jam-packs parking Pile bfefak GWHY from this madden- lots, hustles and bustles students, 'UQ f0Uflfl97 CNY 3 walk HWEY is 3 leads them in and out of classrooms place Where There are woods and grasses - a space reserved for nature where her creatures can flourish - an area called the Biology Reserve. The Biology Reserve houses a treasure of life for biology students. Those studying vertebrate zoology can observe birds, frogs and other vertebrate animals. Students of en- vironmental biology can study the habitats of a variety of plants and animals and their relationships to one another as well as to their sur- roundings. Those studying tax- onomy can gain experience classify- ing plant and animal life. Senior biology major Byron Foster last fall completed a study of the population competition among rodents in the reserve for the better land areas. The grasslands were originally occupied by the stronger and more dominant cotton rats. The smaller prairie voles were left with the scrub tree areas. Byron decreas- ed the cotton rat population during a IM month period of trapping. He found that the prairie voles became dominant by their larger numbers and gained control of the grasslands. Byron's choice of subject for his study was not a random one. During his four years at MWSC he has been employed part-time at Critters Limited where he has raised a variety of rodents, from rats and mice to hamsters, gerbils, and guinea pigs. A study that could economically benefit local landowners is being made by those involved in the biology department. They are searching for the best way to raise walnut trees. They have found that too many trees in a small area means too much competition for vital sunlight and water. This results in trees with stunted growth. Only trees that are not crowded receive a suf- ficient amount of light and water to grow to their full potential. One well- raised tree is worth thousands of dollars. Coming in the future at the Biology Reserve is a self-study area. The biology department is working to mark various natural phenomena along the nature trail they have made. Cissy Kofman, Steve Hower and Mark Wilson, all MWSC biology students, examine the Columbine flowers that grow on the reserve. Three students lleftl soak in natures beauty as they follow the footpath through the reserve. A closer look at the Columbine, tbelowl a red flower that grows on a tall stalk. An Unusual Classroom- Slopes at Steamboat Springs By JAN SCHUSTER Members of the Missouri Western ski class departed for Steamboat Springs, Colorado on Sunday, Jan. 7, after several months of anxious waiting and preparation. The bus arrived in Steamboat Springs at 6:47 a.m. Monday. Having missed the lodge turnoff, the group was stranded for three hours in the middle of rush hour traffic with frozen brakes in 36-below-zero temperature. Without breakfast, or much sleep, the group took to the slopes right after settling in. The beginners were divided into groups of eight and par- ticipated in three-hour lessons on Monday and Tuesday mornings. As a slow beginner, your first lesson is one you'll never forget. The first challenge is learning to walk in the ski boots! But this problem seems minor when it comes to learning how to stop once you get the nerve to start. The instructors make it look so easy that it adds to the frustration. The lessons seemed endless and most returned early to the con- dominiums with aching muscles and sagging spirits. lt was amazing what a good night's sleep and hearty breakfast could do. The second lesson went a lot smoother with everyone picking up what they had missed the day before. The Bunny Hill, the beginner's slope, no longer was challenging and sights were set much higher. The rest of the week was spent improving and perfecting with the first day's frustration forgotten. Several students had secret visions of Gold medals at Lake Placid dancing in their heads. The inn had many night entertain- ment activities. There were restaurants, bars, and many shop- ping areas. Parties at night kept everyone in high spirits both night and day. An added attraction for the girls were the Texans who were con- stantly on the lookout for stray snowbunnies. Saturday afternoon the bus was boarded for the return trip home. The week had been fantastic but most were ready to go home. Many rumors had circulated on Friday of a Ticket and information booths iupper rightj were crowded during the first few hours as frustrated rookie skiers tried their luck on the slopes. 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The bus returned to McDonalds at 5 a.m. and headed for Nebraska and l-80 for the return trip because the Kansas routes were closed. Despite the weather conditions, the rest of the trip went smoothly, delayed only by a zealous patrolman who thought the bus was moving too fast. The class arrived in St. Joe at 8 p.m. Sun- day to be greeted by families and the remnants of a record breaking Midwestern blizzard. But, with the knowledge learned from the past week, maneuvering was much easier, except for a few mixed-up students who tried in vain to find a ski lift. The warm glow of the fireplace turned daytime skiers Liz Linford, Dave Cook, and Cindy Foster into evening partiers. A long ride back to St. Joseph gave a few of the skiers a chance to catch up on some much needed rest. LIZ LINFORD UZ LINFOHD Everything ou ever wanted to know about cars By LYNDA VENNEMAN Photos by JOHN CARMODY Imagine everything that could break down in a car. Now you have some idea of how much there is to be learned in automotive technology. You can begin to appreciate the degree of specialization in this field. MWSC's automotive technology labs supplement classes that offer training in the specialized areas. There are labs in engines, suspen- sion, electrical and fuel systems, power transmissions and air- conditioning and other areas. These labs give students first-hand ex- perience in over-hauling engines, aligning front ends, rebuilding car- buretors, servicing transmissions, repairing air-conditioners and much more. Freshman Mike Turner, has already found his lab experience useful at home on his family's farm. There he helps maintain their farm machinery. Mike also helps his un- cle, a drag racer, work on his cars. Mike intends to specialize in transmissions. Steven Samuels, another lab stu- dent, already has much training and job experience behind him. He has attended a military auto-tech school, Hillyards Technical School and specialized schools through the companies where he worked. Steven has been employed at the automotive departments of both Sears and Penneys. He has worked as a line mechanic at Greg Buick and is presently service adviser at Stan Lucas Pontiac - Cadillac. Steven, a full-time student last spring semester, worked a 40-hour week to support his wife and child. He hopes to someday complete an associate degree in automotive technology and a bachelor degree in business administration. Steven has learned that to work in this field and make a profit, a person has to be fast. This speed comes only with practice. One way to get this practice is through labs. Another way is through jobs. Steven says that without lab and work experience, a person is sunk as a line mechanic . Donald Prock, an instructor in the automotive technology department assists students in the automotive electrical and fuel systems class - , -H2123fiif? f4e?45f19wQ74fzg Ar frames? , H ' Don Wiemann and Dave Johnson team upto work in Mr. Prock's class. Together they tackle removing and rebuilding a car buretor. A chanceto learn it all Don't hold your breath till you've finished reading this list of the types of training offered students in MWSC publications labs. There's . . . reporting, editing, accounting, budgeting, business management, personnel management, public relations, advertising sales, adver- tising design, layout, paste-up, photography . . . and more! Byron Golden first enrolled in the publications lab as a freshman, seeking only to fill his humanities requirement. That was three years ago. Since that time Byron has risen from beat reporter and associate editor to editor of the Griffon News. As editor, Byron has had to been able to coordinate the whole news staff. He has had to be a public relations man - ever-conscious of the public image of the paper. He has had to be a business man - ever-aware of the amount of money in the budget. He had had to be all these - and more. Someday Byron wants to work on a professional newspaper. He hopes to work his way into higher positions and eventually be head of his own weekly paper. This year was senior Jim Smiley's second time around as editor of the Griffon yearbook. He has also work- ed as an advertising salesman and as a section editor. Jim, whose major is business with a journalism minor, says that jour- nalism has added more depth to his major. Running the yearbook has given him much practical experience in business. His earlier work in advertising sales allowed him to meet with many business people of St. Joseph. Jim wants to get into public relations. He says he has gained much experience in dealing with people. Being editor has forced him to become involved with the MWSC community. Jim believes that what he has learned through the publications lab will be a help to him in any future job. By LYNDA VENNEMAN Photos by DAVE CONNETT ,M,,,,.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,..,mW. W af' f -m-9... W. Chris Hamilton, Griffon News Sports Editor, pastes up the sports page W , 9 i.. M16 Mil W ...A ,. . -W7 A W -- '2if??Q?,,zw ,fr fWH,2'1f'.:e,?fi f H, f H? of l , I, V W i ' 2 ,ga in i . ,ABQ . eff Kathy Campbell ileftl, Organizations Section Editor for the Griffon Yearbook, interviews club members over the telephone. Carol Mabry ibelow lefty, Advertising Sales Manager for the student newspaper, checks the adver- tising index as she prepares to bill adver- tisers. Copy Editor Blaine Hipes corrects stories submitted by yearbook writers. The thinking machine Who in this college community has use for a thinking machine ? More people than one might guess. Two or three years ago, not more than three departments made use of the MWSC computer center. Today it's a different story. Business, engineering technology, psychol09Y, chemistry, math and science all now utilize the services of the computer center. The business affairs office, the admissions and records office and the purchasing department all take advantage of the speed and efficiency of the com- puters to increase their own internal efficiency. Even teachers sometimes turn to computer scored exams. By LYNDA VENNEMAN Photos by CRAIG DRATH The center's most important func- tion is to serve the students. For those specializing in computer operating or programming and for those in related fields, the center is a basic training ground. There are specific standardized languages used in computers for scientific applications, for business, for business reports and for other applications. Students must practice these languages at the center just as foreign language students must practice in their labs. They practice programming, testing their own programs by running them through the computer. Such training is advanced in the computer operations practicur Susan Hinrichs, of the Math ar Science Department, supervises tl program. Any student participatir actually goes to work for a local cor pany where he is trained in the cor puter room as an employee. This semester three students we hired by the American Argt Association, Wyeth Company, ar St. Joseph Light and Power Con pany. One of these fortunate one was Darla Hood, who last year con pleted her associates degree in da processing. Darla now works par time for the St. Joseph Light ar Power Company. After graduatic she will work full-time. W7 M, . , My 42 ., . 4, , ... ,M -. QW f ,W A ,,.. Q , - 1 W' mf .. f..., Q M 'T em., , . ,,., . ,..,,,.. as M A ,ti ,W 4 my ww f i w?m,,'rfj,' 'YV A 'Lf Kufffiifiikili , 2 Wan Tape drives are parts of the computer ifar lefty where information is stored. Mike Bruch fleftl, a data processing student, stands at the IBM control panel. Ellen Grubbs fabovel keypunches a program into the computer. Ellen, who graduated last year with an mil associate degree in data processing, is employed at Wyeth Company as a computer programmer. Disc drives lbelowj are another means of storing information in the computer. Mike Bruch works at the desk in the background. df ,W Y fc., l N? i ,,,, I M V I , f'ff? U , M Bright smiles and friendly voices By DON PAXTON The first thing I noticed as I walk- ed into the office to interview the operator, Connie Osborn, for this story were a panel, approximately the size of a bread box, of buttons on her desk and a hole in the wall about five feet wide by four feet high. I learned as my interview started, that the panel of buttons was the switchboard of the new campus phone system and the hole in the wall was where the old peg-and- hole switchboard was taken out. From that point, my interview was done between the beeps of the in- coming and intra-college calls of Missouri Western. One of the, and about the biggest aspects of the new phone system, called Direct Inward Dialing lDIDl, is it is so compact. That is, as pointed out before, the new switchboard doesn't take up near as much space as the old one. In addi- tion, instead of a whole room full of wire guts , two computers, the size of refrigerators, are used to direct calls. Connie, the operator for both the old and new phone systems says she likes DID much better. And she had good reason to. Now that calls can be made directly to the departments on campus without operator assistance, by dialing 271-4 and then the department number, Connie's work load is lifted somewhat. Leav- ing her free to handle other calls or leaving her some slow times. That and pressing buttons being easier than tangIing around with the cords of the old switchboard makes for a less hectic day for Connie. But don't hold your breath for an easier day for her. The new computers are fine for people like Connie lwho said it took her between two weeks and a month to learn the ropes of the new systeml, but what of the students and other people who will be using the new system every day? How are they adapting to the new system? I didn't have to look far for someone who hadn't learned to use Year- DID very well yet. The book's own Sheryl Duffy confessed that after nearly two hours of prac- ticing, she and a friend still didn't have the full hang of it. One incident she described was that of our editor, Jim Smiley, getting a call. Sheryl, instead of putting the person on hold as is offered by DID, just put the receiver down on the desk. Jim, thinking that she did put the person on hold, accidently cut the person off. So you can see how confusing it can get. Connie contributed this con- fusion to the average person's in- ability to use a computer. But once the people get used to having a computer at their fingertips, other advantages they'll share from DID are automatic call back, call pickup, call waiting, priority calling, three-way calling, and consultation. It'lI take some getting used to, but until then, we'lI still be using operator assistance and hearing Connie's voice saying Operator . . . ' ttltt Q Maas' 1 m,m.LLL t. et. JOHN CARMODY During the first few weeks after the installation of the new dimension telephone system, Con- nie Osborn served as an instructor for those of us who were not familiar with the system and as a trouble shooter for the telephone com- pany. Maintaining a smiling attitude was not always easy for her during those first weeks, but when the faculty and staff got adjusted to the system there were few problems. JOHN CARMODY Rat hskellar By DARRELL REILEY Again this year the Flathskellar provided amusement and competi- tion for students at MWSC. One sure amusement was trying to make up jokes about the name. The most popular psuedonym is ratcellar , a most undignified but appropriate nickname. Deep in the ground un- derneath the cafeteria, the darkness and dank smell reminds one of either a cellar or mausoleum. But bomb shelter is a closer descrip- tion in that the dorms use the Ftathskellar as their tornado shelter. Despite its many limitations, Flathskellar is used extensively by students. Discos, Casino Nights and other events sponsored by the Dorm Council and other organizations were held periodically in the Rathskellar. The renewed interest in an on-campus social area and the extensive use of this area prompted the renovation of the Rathskellar. The project was started by Dean Hoff and Dorm Council President Steve Mayberry. So they painted over the club insignias, some nine years older than the lives of the clubs. They in- stalled booth seats just off the Grease movie set and replaced the ten year old pinball machines with five year old ones that are less pop- ular. ln the spring SGA elections, the Ftathskellar renovation and expan- sion became a political plumb for all the candidates. Hopefully with all this attention focused on it, the renova- tion will go beyond the very super- ficial things done thus far. Food ser- vice can improve but they are afraid of financial loss. Clubs can help this situation by holding money making events or meetings in the Rathskellar. But for this to happen more than the superficial remodeling needs to take place. lf it does not, the Ftathskellar will continue disin- tigrating and students will continue to find themselves without a recrea- tion and social area. The Fiathskellar provides students a place to spend time between classes. Pinball and pool are the main sources of amusement. The mirror ball and other decorations were part of the remodeling program that was started this year by the SGA. Part of the problem in the Fiathskellar labovel is its unsightly appearance. The dorm cafeteria uses the Rathskellar for storage space. Another facet of the remodeling program was the removal of several old club emblems lleftl so that new active clubs could utilize the space. WI TER '79 And it snowed, and snowed, and snowed, and snowed, and snowed, and snowed, and snowed . . How low can you go? How low can you go? For temperatures in the early months of 1979 the name of the game was limbo. January registered zero and below for record-breaking temperatures that reached as low as -16 and -18 degrees and wind chill indexes even lower. February follow- ed with even lower lows of -20 and -23 degrees. By the time spring registration rolled around on the 15th and 16th of January, the MWSC campus was buried in 16 to 18 inches of snow - the result of two major storms that hit the Midwest in late December and mid-January - and temperatures remained near -16 degrees. College administrators feared that a great percentage of students would not be able to make it to registration. When not very many students had arrived by early Mon- day, registration was opened to everyone. Two days later, the ad- ministrators were relieved that only about 200 students were left un- registered. The newest? Preregistra- tion is now a definite possibility - at least so says Tom Robinson, director of admissions and records. A com- mittee is already in the process of drawing up workable plans to allow students to preregister before the regular registration period. One MWSC student who would have appreciated the advantages ot preregistration was Steve Mayberry. From the Saturday before to the Wednesday after registration, Steve and his family were snowed in at their rural home 20 miles south of Chillicothe. It was Tuesday evening before the highways around their home were cleared. Wednesday, Steve and his father shoveled a path to their bulldozer and then began the task of clearing their driveway where they had to contend with snow drifts from 3 to 10 and even 12 feet deep. Steve finally By LYN DA VENNEMAN arrived at the dorms late Wednesday evening. And what a disap- pointment! The next day, at late registration, Steve found - as many others had - some of the generally required classes he needed were closed. ' For many students the drive back was a slow and hazardous one. Edward Gower, a Griffon quarter- back from across the state in Louisiana, Missouri, found that for the last 30 miles when he was retur- ning to St. Joseph only one lane of traffic was open with huge piles of snow on either side, ever threatening to drift back onto the road. Eighteen- wheelers were backed up. Only emergency snow routes into the city were open. The cold, snow, and all-around bad weather of early 1979 were more than outstanding inconveniences. Combined, they caused more problems than most could handle. Larry Smith, director of the physical plant, and his mere six-member maintenance crew at times had to work up to 16- and 18-hour shifts to clear and keep cleared the college's streets, parking lots and 2.8 miles of sidewalks. At times they simply could not keep up. The bad weather cost the college nearly S4000 in equipment repairs in the month of January alone. Ice melting chemicals worth S6000 were used on the sidewalks - S4000 worth more than was needed in 1978. Other problems had to do with water-pipes, raised sidewalks that prevented the opening of doors into some buildings, potholes wicked enough to do worse than rattle a car, and leaky roofs, many of which will have to be replaced. The roofs of some of the local businesses - East Hills Mall in front of Woolworth's, St. Joseph Packaging, Inc., Walnut Products - sagged and one partially collapsed under the weight of the snow. Shades of Chicken Little! The winter of 1979 will be remembered for its bitterly cold temperatures that refused for so long to warm up and for the near 18 inches of snow and giant drifts covering both campus and com- munity that stubbornly would not melt away. lt will be remembered for the terrible holes it left in the parking lots and streets, for the awful holes it left in the roofs of so many buildings, and especially for the monstrous holes it left in the budgets of both the college and the city. lt will be remembered - and most hope - not repeated. JACK MC BEE fe--Q f ff! 3? CRAIG DRATH 43 , -M www- , u nfit:-am ' . l , I, ' , , V ,AAV l , , M W? w. ' f H JACK MC BEE CRAIG DFKATH an M MM' , rw, . 'gif' an Honeywell, it 's cold outside ee X' K1 is By BLAINE HIPES JIM SMILEY Patti Lee checks the temperature in the west wing of the Student Services Building at the Honeywell computer terminal. Many people don't realize what a modern campus we have here at Missouri Western. They fail to see the beauty of the sculptured grounds, the strategic placement of the buildings, the skill that went into designing the interiors of all the buildings, and the concentrated ef- fort of all involved to make this cam- pus one of the most modern and comfortable in Missouri. One of the most modern ad- vancements that is in effect across the campus is the computerized heating and cooling system. The system is controlled by a Honeywell Energy Management Computer located on the West Campus. The system constantly monitors building temperature and humidity con- ditions, and feeds them into the memory unit. Honeywell , as the system is referred to by Physical Plant Director Larry Smith, can then process this information and adjust the individual units around campus. This system cost over S60,000, a bargain when the climbing costs of heating and cooling are considered. The system is supposed to save the college an enormous amount of money. Considering the heating and cooling bill was S450,000 last year, and that the system is supposed to pay for itself in a few years, then the cost of the system is obviously worthwhile. Of course, there are a few draw- backs to the system . . . For in- stance, in several of the classrooms in the Student Services and Classroom Building, the computer somehow misread the thermostat in the rooms and managed to keep them a brisk 55 degrees. In other parts of the building, the temperatures ranged from the upper 70s to the low 50s. You could, in fact, have caught pneumonia by simply walking from one end of the building to the other. Luckily, in the cooler classrooms, several English faculty members managed to provide enough hot air so that no one became seriously ill . . . from the cold, that is. It really wasn't that bad . . . and CRAIG DRATH the wide assortment of clothing worn by teachers in different parts of the building was amusing. Dr. Gilgun somehow managed to get hold of a buffalo skin and snowshoes. Several of the professors in the Education Department were wearing floral patterned shirts and Bermuda shorts. The cold wasn't really as bad as the heat that came in May and August. The computer somehow decided that the air conditioning shouldn't be turned on unless you could cook a pizza on the hall benches. Several of the classroom chairs melted, people swooned in the halls, and popsicles were being sold on the black market for five bucks a piece. Of course, as I have said, the com- puter should save the college a lot of money in the future, and with declin- ing enrollments the college will take what it can get. Dr. Ferrel Cump proves the old saying that people can adapt to almost anything, even cold temperatures inside and outside the buildings. On any given day in the Student Services Building, temperatures ranged from 50 to 70 degrees. illal : By JEFF CATON photos by JACK MC BEE lt's spring when I awake. My clock radio goes off, and I wake up to-spring. l've got a class at nine, but . . . sun's out, Layla on the radio, birds, pup yapping on my porch. Class can wait on a day like today. Class. . . Fear shoots through me like cobra venom. I suddenly realize that class has waited too many times this semester. Today is the last day of class. Finals start in THREE DAYS. Panic sets in quickly. I've got to get going. Blow finals and you blow your GPA. Teaching jobs don't come to people with blown GPA's. Out of bed. On with last night's jeans. Scrape together my little-used texts and what few notes l've manag- ed to accumulate over the semester. Out to the car, off to school. I run a red light at 22nd and Edmond. No cops around, luckily. Too preoc- cupied to notice the road. Rapidly mapping out a strategy, I race to school. After today's classes there's two days till finals. I can't skip any of my four classes today. Got to find out what's going to be covered. I curse, screeching the brakes. Almost crushed a Volkswagon full of nuns. At school I park in the SSXC lot. Ignoring all greetings. Still in total panic. God, if only I hadn't cut all those classes!! Dr. McLear's American Frontier class. Mr. Caton! he exclaims as I burst You all remember Mr. Caton? Blushing, I run up the stairs to my seat. McLear begins his lecture by saying the final will cover only the last five weeks of class. The rest of the gang sighs in relief. It won't by cumulative. I groan. Only been to class once a week for five weeks. McLear's notes, bound, for ONE week would rival the A volume of an encyclopedia set. After class, I grab John, friend and fellow student. Hi, John. Mind if I buy you lunch? Want my notes, huh? Aw, come on, John. You know you take notes better than a stenographer. Hey, John-Wendy's? A TRIPLE? Well, I don't know . . . With a large order of fries? All right handing me his notebook. Pick me up at the newspaper office at 12:30. ALL RIGHT! Saved by John's notes! I head for Dr. GiIgun's class. in. 'What a pleasant surprise! IAbove leftj Who said education was gonna be easy? Jim Kieffer and Karla Grint share the solitude and sanctuary of the library while cramming for finals. Karen Jezakflefty shuffles through the stacks as she prepares herself for terrible term papers and frightening finals. Things are looking up. GiIgun's and Dr. Ruffino's finals are going to be almost impossible, but they'lI be opi- nion essay-not the kind of thing you can study. A cursory review of the material and I'd be ready. That leaves Dr. Schmidtz' Fundamental Concepts of Math and McLear. Two classes I rarely graced with my presence. Math, especially. Boring enough to put a speed freak to sleep. GiIgun's final Novels class is fairly interesting. We all sit around dis- cussing how society crushes the life and spirit out of an individual. Very cheerful. Moby Dlck, Invlslblo Man, and Llght In August are all a joy to read because of the authors' skill, but jeez! What themes! After finals, the only reading I'lI be doing will be Natlonal Lampoon or Rolling Stone. Between Novels and Math I scrape together 34.35 to copy John's notes. Hadn't realized how much class I'd missed. In Math, Dr. Schmidtz tells us the final will be-cumulative. Panic. Again. My God, there's nine different modular notebooks to review!! I mean, sure it's easy math, but I haven't taken math since I was a freshman. In high school. On to Ruffino's Non-Verbal Com- munications class. The discussion turns to the future. You know, you people, really, are to be pitied, Ruf- fino begins. Then proceeds to list all the impending disasters of the future. Somewhere around the dissolving ozone layer I believe that I ex- perienced something called tem- porary insanity. The only term to describe kicking your chair back to the wall. Screaming, I can't take it anymore! Running to the car, speeding to the Muny Inn. Too drunk to study that night. But, oh! The next two days I spend holed up in my apartment. When I leave for school on the morning of my Math and Novels finals, I stop in the doorway. The living room scene tells the story. Crumpled beer cans. Papers all over the floor. The smell of two-day-old tacos in a sack. Probably under the couch. In the car I look in the mirror. Recoil, shuddering, from my reflec- tion. I look like hell. But-I AM READY. Math: Went pretty well. Blew most of the algebra, but aced fractions and graphs. A probable low Laughing triumphantly in the hall. Telling a classmate, I may change my major to accounting. Novels: What can you say about a patented, John Gilgun, one-question final? Explain the conflict of society vs. individual in Moby Dick, lnvlslble Man, Huck Flnn, and Llght In August. How does each author deal with the conflict? Then grade yourself. Tell me what you deserve and why. Also tell me what you learned from the class. Good luck. One of those tests that you KNOW the answer to. But who wants to write twelve pages to get an A ? I write fourteen. Every little bit helps. At home that night I go over possi- ble problems to discuss in Non- Verbal Communications, and review more Frontier history. The smell of the tacos added to an invasion of roaches drives me to the bedroom to study. I could clean the place. But who can do mundane tasks like housework when finals are at hand? The next morning I'm halfway to school before I realize I'm shirtless. I find a grey, not-too-dirty sweatshirt on the floor of the back seat. lt'II do. Non-Verbal Comm.: More essay. Of course they're the easiest tests if you know your sub- sf -I :K Q ' so ssl' ' firi ....,, ,I . .QI , ,.,. ... h A ject. But they're like cleaning your bathroom. It's nice to have a shiny toilet bowl, but look what you have to do to get one. Mountainous masses of material iAbovej provide Dana Sperry with just the right amount of data for a term paper. Gita Ghosh comtemplates her vast amount of notes as she begins the long journey down finals avenue. ,Manx Cathy McCooI joins Gita Ghosh in a pre-finals desperation cramming. Meditation? Reflec- tion? Soul searching? How about just plain, old exhaustion? Tim Hopper finally suc- cumbed to the pressures of study and lack of sleep. fBeIowl American Frontier: Though replete with typical McLear questions like Give the im- portance of Colonel Fremont's aide- de-camp, I breeze through this one. Probable at least a strong I shudder to think what would have happened without John's notes. I leave a note under his windshield wiper: John-thanks for saving the kid! You'lI find a dozen assorted doughnuts in your mailbox tonight! Skipping, laughing down the sidewalk to the car. I realize l've done it again. All over till next semester. I feel wild, giddy, relieved. Ready for some fun. l've earned it. And that night, at the Muny. Surrounded by friends and all manner of drunken revelry. I take a minute and stare out the window at the chuckholes on Mitchell. You did it again, Ace. I toast myself. Then head back to the bar for another round. MWSC s nontradnt tonal students By DoNALD PAxToN photos by Joi-IN CARMODY It may seem to the average stu- dent here that the instructors keep getting younger and the students getting older until it is getting to the point where you can't tell the students from the instructors. And there is good reason for that. More adults are coming back to college. That is, after they got out of high school, got a job, went into the military, got married, or a number of other things, they decided later on to come to, or come back to college. Why do adults fover 30 years of agej decide to come back to college after they have already fixed their lives in one way or another? Well, first of all, college is not a teenage thing and never has been. Adults have been coming to college ever since MWSC was in downtown St. Joseph. But there are a variety of reasons. Many have jobs and got promoted and they need a degree to know how to manage their new promotion. Or they got caught in the computer revolution and need a few courses on data processing. And the list goes on . . . A student 141 years oldt I talked to summed it up pretty good, A comeback to college means to go into a useful life. For The number of traditional 18-25 year old college is declining yearly. Missouri Western realizes this. Many of the evening classes are tailored especially to the needs of older students. some of you younger students, this should be some indication as to why you were urged by your parents to come to college. l talked with Dr. Steve Capelli, Dean of the Division of Career Programs, who said he had noticed an increase in the number of adults coming back to college and that MWSC has a unique broad cross section of enrollment. When an adult comes into his office to seek his help, it is usually for the reasons listed above, or an adult wants or needs a better job or a new career. He will generally get them to take a Career Program Profile lCPPl test to help find where their best abilities and interests are. Then, most of . ttss them will take night classes while they keep working. Dr. Capelli stated that the success of these adults are a one-to-one relationship, but the results are usually favorable. Another reason adults go to Dr. Capelli, he said, is to get back into the study habit. But other than that, they usually go to their respective departments for help in their future. Talking to one of the Engineering instructors who has adults in his night classes, he said that adults fit right into the younger crowd, some of them are even wearing blue jeans and have longer hair. He said they also do fairly well as far as grades go. lt has been said that you should respect your elders, for they have more experience in life's matters and can help you in life, And in return for their help, help them on tomorrow's assignment, if they need it. , . or do you need their help for that, too? X Y , if fi- , X -S 'X x at xi.. Communication day By PAT NORTH l A Supreme Court decision could have a chilling effect ony newspapers which do not have largel resources for defense on lawsuits,, said Michael J. Davies, editor of the, Kansas City StarlTImes, in his ad-l dress at MWSC's first annual Com-l munications Day on April 19. Davies spoke to approximately 400 high school and college students and instructors to open the day's program. During the question- answer session interest was high in the decision, which will allow, in the event of court libel proceedings, in- quiry into the state of mind and use Preparations began in October with the steer- ing committee meeting once a week. lt also meant getting together and planning the day's activities. Byron Golden and Sheryl Duffy tbelowj were in charge of the workshops and making the students feel welcome, while Jim Smiley and Ben Weddle tfar belowl discuss the photography assignments for that day. Keynote speaker Mr. Michael Davies, tLeftJ Editor of the Kansas Clty Star, enthralled the audience in the Fine Arts Theatre with his revelations concerning the future of the media in society. Byron Golden and Sheryl Duffy fAbovet in- strumental in the preparation of Com- munications Day, discuss proceedures and protocol as the big day nears. Planning photographic strategy in order to ac- complish complete coverage of Com- gtunications Day are Ben Weddle and Year- ook Editor Jim Smiley. tBelowJ f confidential resources of ewspaper personnel at the time of writing a story. Davies also touched on ethics and qualifications for journalists in his talk on The Role of Mass Media in Society. Six workshop sessions offered articipants a choice in discussion of areers in advertising, print media, lectronic media, photo-journalism, ieature writing, and a discussion of scholastic publications. ln the afternoon program, Dr. John Gilgun read his short story, Waiting for Happy. Mr. Warren Chilline presented awards at this time for achievement by high school newspapers and yearbooks and for individual writing. Following the morning welcome by MWSC President Dr. M. O. Looney, Dr. George Matthews, chair- man of the Department of English and Modern Languages, expressed appreciation to Jane Frick and Jim Smiley, chairpersons of the Steering Committee, and to all the individuals and groups who had cooperated in making Communications Day possi- ble. Area high school students fBeIowi enioyeg hot chocolate and donuts prior to the openin session. Jeff White, an advertising executivg with Flethcher-Mayo, conducted one of th best workshops presented. ,l ll gl W 3 3 2 i 5 5 3 Q wnmmw' -Q Q Q 5 l 2 Mrs. Jane Frick, an English instructor tLefti served as co-chairperson on the Com- munications Day steering committee. Mrs. Frick devoted endless hours in getting the ac- tivity off the ground. Martyn Howgill, Vice- President of Public Relations, was detrimental in obtaining Mr. Davies as the guest speaker. It was through Mr. Howgill that most of the funds for Communications Day was obtained. ROTC Appearing flower lefty to be weekend warriors, Flay Nunnely, Darren Mankin, and Marcus Bigby iall football playersl, hold a conference to decide how to pitch an Army tent. Cadet Larry Brown prepares a suc- culent supper in the rear. Special Forces Sgt 1st Class Paul Adair, ibelowl prepared Japanese noodles while others had to settle for Adidas mignon. Nw. shes? C qv The Department of Military Science at MWSC always finds ways to promoti friendship and understanding through joint activities with Northwes Missouri State University's ROTC cadets. Here, MWSC cadets Steven O'Del and James Beesley iabovej lead approximately 35 backpacking troop: through 14 miles of trails at Lake Perry, Ks. Thomas Perry, from NWMSU carried the national colors with pride. ' rideout hidden misfortunes. ij,- 9s,. DEPARTMENT DF TH! ARMY 41 - A DEPIIYMENT OF MILITARY SCOENCE ..., IISWUII IESTUI Sill! CUUEGI SY JOHN IISSOUII 64507 ATGB-MO-FMS 17 Etsy l979 'EO ALL MISSOURI WESTERN STUDENTS During my four years as the Professor of Military Science, the ROTC Depart- ment and its students have set numerous milestones and received many awards and honors. Among, these Eirsts were: women commissioned in the Regular Army, Army Reserve 'and National Guardg three-year scholarship: cadet news- letter CG:-iffon Leaderlg Reserve Officers Association Conventiong George C. Marshall Award and tripg a woman appointed as battalion coimnanderg annual ski, backpacking and float trips: ROTC cable IV show: American Legion scholarship: field day for High School students, commissioned cadets from Park, Benedictine, and Tarkio colleges. An extension center was established at Northwest Missouri State University, increasing enrollment to over l70 cadets. ls this inportant? I believe it is very important. Only a few students at WSC are participating in the citizen-soldier concept. Army ROTC is your opportunity to help your country and yourself and one will not succeed without the other. Our classes are a learning experience, both academic and practical. Our job is not to entertain you--it is to teach you. My educational philosophy is Learning Can Se Fun . We :ry, but it takes effort on the students' part also. I have always Eound real Sun to he work, but I enjoyed it. 'lou wil always get out of anything exactly what you put into it. Attendance in class, participation in activities, a wholesome willingness to learn, and willingness to work will get you through college and Army RDTC My Sirst mission is to assist you in graduating from college. Secondly, my mission is to award Army comxissions :o those who have earned them. If you need help, someone to talk to, :ome on :ver and sae us. We may not have all the answers, but we will listen and :ry to help, l have enjoyed my assignment at Missouri Western and I lock forward to main- taining an interest in you students and the college. I will be glad to help you in any way possible upon :ay retirement from :he U. S. Army. Good luck in your future college endeavors and I hope you will some day be able to wear the gold bar of a Second Lieutenant! I Q ?RA.N1G..IN A. FLESHIR Lieutenant Colonel, Infantry Professor of Military Science , Army veteran turned cadet, Dennis Miller, ' capsized twice but always managed to 4 ace against MS By RICH MATZES Photos by ROXANNE BURNSIDE The entire country has got jogg- ing fever . Everywhere, including MWSC, people started to run for fun and try to get back into shape. They were running through parks, on streets or just anywhere that they could find an open space to go. Running for fun is fine, but the ul- timate goal of a true jogger is to run in a Marathon. Webster's Dictionary defines it as any endurance contest or a foot race of 26 miles, 385 yards. These are the kindest words that I could find for running in one of these. On a Saturday, April 22, at 7:30 in the morning, seven MWSC students got ready to run in their first marathon and were doing it for MS fMultiple Sclerosisj. The students were Keith Evans, Danny Hernandez, Ed Hernandez, Lance Evans, Sher- man Byrum, Steve Conn and Kurt Killen. They got their fellow students and other people to put up pledges for the number of miles they could or would run. The course was set at a total of 27 miles. I hurt all over as I finished, said Danny Hernandez. lt was just a lot more than I really expected it to be. Hernandez said he had been training for about W2 months as he got ready to run in his first marathon. Keith Evans, an ex-football player for the Griffs, finished the course first. Evans finished the run in about 4 hours and 15 minutes, while Steve Coon was right behind him. The rest of the pack finished behind these two runners. After it was all over, Hernandez had this to say about his first marathon. I really felt good, because I was doing it for a good cause. I plan to keep on training and run in a few more marathons later on Waiting at the end of the long trip, fopposite pagel Keith Evans receives a big hand shake from Dean Hoff on being the first one to finish. Running by yourself can be a lonely ex- perience, so Steve Conn and Ed Hernandez lleftl ran side by side to help pass the time away. Pre-run activities included Cbelowl this group picture of the runners. They are: Lance Evans, Sherman Byrum, Keith Evans, Bill Popa, Chairman, Kurt Killen, Danny Her- nandez, Steve Conn and Ed Hernandez. S E 1 Q . By Paula Roberts Photos by Jim Smiley Sitting in his quiet, efficient but casual office overseeing the business of running a growing college, President Marvin O. Looney extends a warm welcome to a petrified interviewer. Petrified, even though not threatened with expulsion or the like, the thought of meeting the president of this or any other college and by chance saying the wrong thing iresulting in vanishing without a trace from the face of the earthy con- jured up the worst in my imagination. Instead, I am greeted with a friendly smile and as l take a seat President Looney begins his story. ln the beginning there was nothing here but barren wasteland purchased from the State Hospital. With approval from North Central, a great task was undertaken, that of building and planning the new college. lt took five years of hard work from the faculty and the Board of Regents, not to mention the state legislators, who passed the all- important bills and obtained the necessary funding, to move Missouri Western from its original downtown location to where it is now, stated college president Dr. Marvin O. Looney. The move, having a part in the planning of the campus and the curriculum, and the opportunity to work with some great people have all been highlights of my twelve years at Missouri Western. With a tone of The role for higher education in the Midwest is constantly changing. Dr. Looney realizes this, and feel that part of his job is to meet the needs of both the nontraditional and traditional students. Looney is quick to credit his fine administrative staff for their help in Missouri Western's growth. Dr. Looney and Ken Hawk, Vice President for Business Af- fairs, qlower left and abovel discuss plans for the coming fiscal year. admiration in his voice, President Looney stated, l feel some of the strong points Missouri Western has include its quality of programs offered to students, its strong legislative representation, especially the work of Senator Wilson, and the total team approach of the faculty and administration. Dr. Looney became president of Missouri Western in 1967 when the college was in the process of mov- ing. Before that, he was the presi- dent of a small town community college in Ohio, a dean at a college in Michigan and before that, a professor at another college in Warrensburg, Ohio. Asked what he sees or would like to see in store for Missouri Western, President Looney speculated, Of course l can't say for sure but there will be a need for more Saturday, night and late afternoon classes for working people, people who already have a job but are trying to improve themselves or trying to get a better job. l would also like to see additions to the curriculum in job-oriented fields such as Agri-business, for ex- ample, because there will always be a need for such careers. Also, the location of the college, being in an urban area, will be important in the future as far an enrollment is con- cerned, even though there will be a predictable drop in future enrollment due to a decreasing population. President Looney spoke with convic- tion at the end of this interview when he stated, We are never satisfied with the work that has been done for the college. We, the faculty and ad- ministration, are always striving to do better, always working to improve on what has already been done for the college and the students. MWSC Board of Regents SHIRLEY BRADLEY EUGENE J. FELDHA USEN FRED EDER DALE MA UDLIN THOMAS TEARE KENNETH CHRISTGEN he men at the top D Mr. Forrest Hoff, Dean ot Students M. Ed. University of Missouri at Columbia. The Dean of Students is responsible for dorm housing, all student extracurricular ac- tivities, student clubs and organizations and discipline. Dr. Bob Scott, Dean of Llberal Arts and Sclences. Ed. D University of Missouri at Columbia The Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences is responsible for organizing the academic departments within the Division and for coordinating the work of the various academic departments within the Divi- sion. He administers the academic programs in the Liberal Arts and Sciences toward the major goals and objectives of the college. Dr. Stephen Capellr Dean of the Dlvlslon ot Career Programs. Ph.D. University of Missouri at Columbia. The Dean for Division of Career Programs is responsi- ble for the development and operation of one and two-year career programs and is ad- ministrative head of the career programs of the college. Dr. Charles Coyne Dean ot Educetlon and Applled Sclence. Ed. D North Texas State University. Dr. Coyne is responsible for leadership instruction in the Division of Education and Applied Science, organizing the departments within the Division and for coordinating the work of the various academic departments within the Division. He is also respon- sible for administering the academic programs of the Divi- sion towards the major goals and objectives of the College. Dr. Nolen Morrison Vlce Presldent for Student Aftalrs. Ed. D University of Arkansas. The Vice President for Stu- dent Affairs is responsible for the organization and coordina- tion of student affairs programs, providing a broad range of services to students including: recruitment and ad- missions of students, registra- tion and records, counselling and testing, financial aids, housing and job placement Mr. Kenneth Hawk Vlce President for Business Aftalrs. B. A. and M.S. Fort Hays Kansas State College. The Vice President for Business Affairs is responsible for the supervision of the following departments: the Business Office, Athletics, the Physical Plant, the Computer Center and institutional Research. Mr Martyn Howgill Vlce President for College Relations MA University of Missouri School of Journalism The Vice President for College Relations is responsi ble for the organization and coordination of the College Relations programs designed to encourage understanding and appropriate support for the College's educational mission through programs based on mutually satisfactory, socially responsible, two-way com- munications. Dr. Robert Nelson Vlce Presldent for Academic Aftalrs. Ph.D. Purdue University The Vice President for Academic Affairs is responsible for the quality of education and instructors. Other duties in- clude: curriculum develop- ment, instructional practices, learning resource services, academic scheduling, budgeting for academic programs and coordination of graduate programs. .Ha ZIP!! QDHIS Rgik '-ig dx wax ?? k'k Sd in dali' A id. --d .- il. xx X S M.. I - iw S , .. River in the First Annual MuddyRive'r Car'T3'G A S 3 iiiiw as Q .ww d d 5, dd d . divx My . if A RS? il ad candersd paddled! dqoyvn the muddy Puafzemd H N gggsiif i stood 6n'the' Mficziggil jij ,W If K W dfd Xdiavaidddlsdfsdggdfgfggddimmed on. d ,W d d14'ggg,,,,d ,Wd x?s:1QaSa. ,fm X X 'llfw f' . i X av' P DDLI G DOWN THE PL TTB By JEFF wAl.KuP Photos by DAVE coNNETT Several wild and crazy canoers attemptedt get their canoes out of the river, but foun themselves knee-deep in the mud on the rivi banks. Picture yourself braving the savage waters of a flowing river in a canoe. You can also pretend that you are Burt Reynolds reenacting his famous canoe trip down a wild river in North Georgia. ls it really possible? Well, for those that par- ticipated in the First Annual Muddy River Canoe Classic it was. lt may not have been as exciting and dangerous as the canoe trip out of Deliverance , but the challenge was still there for those that wanted it. The experience became a reality for the approximately 50 people that took part on May 5 in the classic down the Platte River. The event was sponsored by Missouri Western's Outing Society. The water voyage began at Rochester Falls, which is only a few miles away from St. Joseph, and concluded when the canoers reached the Mitchell Ave. bridge off of the Platte River, a route of approximately 11V2 miles. The race was split into two different divisions - the straight race and the wild and crazy race. The prize for both divisions was S25 in cash for the winners. The winners of the wild and crazy race also won a 16-gallon keg. Rules for the canoe classic re- quired wearing Coast Guard ap- proved life jackets. A minimum of two persons were allowed per craft, and all racers and canoes had to re- main within the banks of the river. The wild and crazy racers had several additional rules that their participants were to follow. All canoers were to have consumed 24 - 12 ounce aluminum cans of the participants' favorite brand and it was to be consumed between the start and the finish of the race. Rules also stated that all of the beer cans and the tabs were to be accounted for following the race. The winners of the straight race were Richard Bacon and Carl Silvey, who had, prior to the race, worked all night at the Burlington Northern Railroad. They finished the course with a time of 2 hours, 1 minute and 17 seconds. The winners for the wild and crazy race were Bob Compton, Steve Hower and Larry Dryer. The purposes of the race were to show people what they have, to stress keeping the river clean and to show that Northwest Missouri has good canoeing rivers. Hopefully, this will stir interest in the sport on the many rivers found in and around St. Joseph. 4 Following the finish of the canoe classic, canoers tried to pull their canoe out of the water and up the steep incline. Members of the winning wild and crazy team - Bob Compton, Steve Hower and Larry Dryer - are shown having finished the canoe race in one piece. Bob Compton and Steve Hower again take a sip of their favorite beverage after they finish- ed the canoe race, mud and all. ight life... 1 By PATTI SUPPLE Photo by CRAIG DRATH Night life - in St. Joseph? Hmm. That's a new one. Used to be that the answer to the question What is there to fdo in St. Joe? was Go to Kansas. But there is some sort of night life in St. Joseph - if you go to the right places. Let's see - there are the bars where fast pace and smooth line predominate. Such a fast-paced place is the local shrine called Ramadan. For instance, a balding young man in shiny black disco pants, black pumps and slick red glitter shirt swaggers up to a rather spiritual-looking young woman in pumpkin-colored quiana dress lwhich is doing an awkward sliding act down her shouldersj. She is sipping Sangria, and he opens casually with: Hey, areyou into wine? She looks at him earnestly,-7---W eyes wide, and regqes: No. Are. you into jogging and brooch ii? He smiles nervously, says nothing and moves quickly pack to his table. Shot down.-T ' A similar watering hole is a place called Browned Hound, which specializes in strawberry daquiris. Oh-you also get all the free popcorn you can eat. The only catch is getting the waitress first time. ' And then there's Hangthe-Blahs, a place l you can go for your favorite beverage and maybe some live music. Ah, paradise. Only thing is, sometimes there's not enough room in the parking lot and you might have to park across the highway. And by the time . you get across that highway -- if you get across that highway - you'll either desperately need that drink, or you'll be out of the mood for it. We mustn't forget the only true disco in town - The Mean Stepper. Always proceed with caution into a place like this. lf the frenetic dancing to the constant, monotonous beat of the music doesn't sap your oxygen, the plants will surely do it. Then there's the exoticism of that little club downtown, near funeral home and cemetery, where Peggy and Judy get S150 a week for taking it all off - well, almost all of it. To leave out the countless little neighbor- hood bars in St. Joseph would be a great dis- service to these fine, established old insti- tutions. There is a certain ambience to these places, no matter where they are. Why, on a given night at one of these little bars, you can take in a friendly knife fight, participate in a Nose Bite-Off or just hang around and listen to the poor sot at the bar wail Nobody,Knows the Trouble l've Seen just one more time lfor the one-hundred- forty-ninth timej. Country-Western and gold- en-oldies jukeboxes predominate. S Well, this is all great fun - if you're to refill the bowl after you empty it the yigj g Mover twenty-one. If not, your neon nights will have to be spent under the golden arches for a few more years. Or, you , can always follow the sage advice given when the oft-asked question, What is there to do in St. Joe? is posed, and Go West! E s E S S ,Af A 5 41 wh . ., ,,,,.,:: .::. q,.1,. ,., ,. .., ,.,, ,. N, f S +5 2 Q as 'ss,5E?i1w M. U 2 , b.L. W. ,Af QMS? . ,. ' A ,,3?e?f3f2?sf2ff3?s'PFekfSgD if UQ., hz,-fx,sfs1mff:ffm- - QW' -v 1' f.,sffes1svvff1fQs?fQi'Qa H if 5 . S' sq an i '11 R ., ,.. Q Ys , WP 2 , 5 0 , , , .ag x 15 t ., S ky .L,Lr gil fr F .4k,.w,,, Qfezl-fm. I su, , 4, 22, W 25. ik f fir' if Kim? 1 fig LP ' N 5' fn ' W MWSC salutes outstanding new staff members There were some new faces in the Business Department this year. A new member was Mr. Patrick McMurry, who teaches economic classes. Mr. McMurry's repertoire of knowledge is extensive in economics, government regulation and public finance. He teaches with such vigor and flair that students are caught up in his technique. Perhaps, his hypnotic eyes, which seem to penetrate into the student's mind or his magnetic voice which attracts the ear are partially what makes Mr. McMurry such an effective teacher. One other factor that may make Mr. McMurry such an effective teacher is his age. The youngest member of the business staff and fresh out of college, Mr. McMurry may be in a unique position for understanding the students' needs and desires for something other than the ordinary lecture. With a combination of serious sedation and wit, which does not distract from the lecture but adds to it, Mr. McMurry accomplishes the added extra that many students look for in a teacher. The fact that there are few or no worlds of criticism trickling down the student grapevine on teacher quality is proof of Mr. McMurry's effectiveness. Mr. McMurry got started in teaching quite by accident at Central Missouri State in Warrensburg and taught at Mineral Area College and the University of Arkansas before coming to MWSC. He has been overheard saying My job consists of helping to stomp out ignorance, wherever it may exist. Mr. McMurry isn't only dedicated to teaching. He is also an avid lover of sports cars and believes that nothing compares to driving through S-curves in a topless chariot. However, it is hard to be a family man with a sports car, so he turned his interests to Philately lbetter known as stamp collectingi and says, Stamp collecting is like reading a history book. Any nation's history can be found in its series of stamps. ' Mr. McMurry feels the greatest economic crisis we face is socialism created out of the success of capitalism. Society has reached a high level of richness and people tend to lose sight of how we got to the point where we are now. They see problems in the economy, but don'f see the solutions inside the system, fthe market systemi and want to replace it. He feels that higher demand for more public goods and services is a direct indication of the trend to socialism. The most frightening thought of this theory, if it is indeed true, is that there is no solution for stopping it. The reason it will even- tually happen, concludes McMurry, is because the people aren't sure of exactly how the system works, and lost in their confusion, desire to replace it. So, if you are frightened by such a thought and wish to help in preven- ting it, or disagree with it completely, Mr. McMurry's classes can be help- ful and fulfilling. He can help you to gather insight into the problem whether you agree or disagree, and if you happen to disagree, he is open for discussion and new opinions. However, if you disagree, you had better have a good strong case well prepared because this man knows his stuff and uses it effectively. By RANDY HAFFEY Photos by JIM SMILEY The Psychology Department offered two new courses last semester- Psychology of Religious Behavior and Psychology of Women. Psychology of Women was taught by Marcy Bargar. The objective of the course was to develop an un- derstanding of how biological and psycological factors influence behavior, particularly sex role development in women. Com- parative data on men were included in the course study. The program featured several qualified speakers. Dr. Robert Paul from U.M.K.C. discussed Female Sexuality. A panel of black women explored the myths about black women. Psychology students toured the Women's Growth Center. The course dealt with popular myths and stereotypes, sex role development, psychological differences between females and males, achievement and motivation, traditions and change in life styles, middle age and aging. Students chose from several work options. They could read a novel and evaluate the mental health or degree of adjustment of the heroine. Or, they could make class presentation, do a research project, a term paper, book reviews or article synopses. Mrs. Bargar finished her graduate work at East Caroline University and is currently working toward her doc- torate in counseling at UMKC. She plans to professionally counsel women and children in the future and perhaps do some sexual counseling also. Mrs. Bargar feels the Psychology of Women course was a learning process for her as well as her students. She is excited about this awareness of women, es- pecially the awareness of women's needs. This is Mrs. Bargar's third semester at MWSC. She is married to Mr. James Bargar, also on the psychology staff. Dr. Martin Johnson taught the Psychology of Religious Behavior. The course was a scientific study of religious experience and commit- ment and the effect of this commit- ment on a person's life. The course did not deal with the truthfulness of religion. Creative class participation and group involvement in scientifically studying religious beliefs and behavior were priorities in class procedures. A variety of topics was studied. One, religious growth and develop- ment, includes the religion of children, adolescents and adults. Another dealt with the conse- quences of religious commitment on mental health, family life, moral reasoning and behavior and social consciousness. Varieties of religious experience, religious movements, social changes and social develop- ment were discussed. Dr. Johnson received his Doctor of Philosophy degree in social psy- chology from Brigham Young University. His master's thesis was The Relationship of Religious Com- mitment to Self-Esteem. He has published several articles in professional journals. One, Family Life and Religious Commitment, appeared in the Revlew ol Ftellglous Research. Two others dealt with prejudice. He is currently writing a book entitled Psychological Statlstlcs and Computer Appllcatlons. Dr. Johnson's teaching interests include social psychology, per- sonality, attitude change and statistics. He is the father of five sons. Enthusiastic about their classes, both instructors have attracted a large number of students to their classes. Several men have enrolled in the Psychology of Women course. Since both classes are specific topic courses, it may be some time before they will be offered again. 'CHANGE' CRE TES CHALLENGES By JEFF WALKUP Then, the long anticipated time had arrived. Dr. Robert Nelson, Vice President of Academic Affairs at MWSC, presented diplomas to the 487 that were graduated. Nelson presented the graduates as Dr. Looney congratulated the graduates for their achievements. The audience took pictures, applauded for several, and the graduates wore smiles as they were presented their diplomas. Lieutenant Colonel F.A. Flesher followed this presentation by conferring commissions in the U.S. Army to several men. Dr. Nolen Morrison, Vice Presi- dent of Student Affairs at MWSC, read the names of those graduates that were graduating with honors for their excellence at MWSC by achiev- ing high grade point averages. The ceremony concluded as Mr. Eugene Feldhausen gave the benediction. To many of us May 17 seemed like any other ordinary day of the year, but for some 487 MWSC students it was a day to be remembered and cherished. For many it was the end of many long hours of studying, tests, and headaches, but it also marked the beginning - a start into the working world. This particular Thursday, May 17, 1979 began with a breakfast in the morning held in the Nelle Blum College Center to honor this graduating class. This breakfast was sponsored by the MWSC Alumni Association. The speaker for this oc- casion was General Keith Compton, retired from the US Air Force and also a 1935 graduate of the St. Joseph Junior College. BEN WEDDLE Graduates enter the new Spratt Memorial Stadium for Commencement exercises. A, eQ,, mf. 'gifiiffff if: ,-Q1 1, :wi-M , f, ,, wg' aw? k'i5lf'5,?'g.ffi' : . 5,55 '91, f41f?55Z53z v:fg'ffgigij9g7 ,,'- ,, W ,- ,, f 1, f Q,fmmif ,QLQ ' , fg 15:5 -k k Q5 'V ' 'fgi.L':z,,s1ff' A , mf,'Q3,yfrgf1z'ix,Nggwr,,2 A ww, ,.Vg, W .- if 1 , ' s,fq1:'f gjiff 1, , ,. ,, ,fw,gf3r: M? -FQ BEN WEDDLE Graduates walk down the aisle of the new Spratt Memorial Stadium as Commencement exercises begin. were complimentary of the new Spratt stadium for this grand open- mg. Then it began. The wind was blow- ing strongly - the MWSC Symphonic Winds began playing the Prooessional as the graduates marched proudly in on both sides of the audience. Many held on to their caps in fear they would lose them in the gusty wind. Many waved to those they knew inthe audience. The com- mencement program requested that the audience remain seated during the Processional, but the majority of the audience rose to their feet to see those that they had come to see. Immediately following the Processional the National Anthem was played by the MWSC Symphonic Winds. Graduates were situated and everyone was in their place when the invocation was delivered by Mr. W. Dale Maudlin. Following, Dr. M.O. Looney, took the podium to in- troduce the platform party situated around him. Dr. Looney also recognized the class of '79 as being the tenth group of baccalaureate earning degree students from MWSC. Looney also recalled the first commencement exercise on the new campus which was held in the park- ing lot of the Learning Resource Center and the platform party was situated on the back of a flat bed truck. Looney noted that things had changed since then and thanked the community of St. Joseph and the staff of MWSC for their constant work to aid in the expansion of MWSC. The Commencement Address was delivered by the Honorable True Davis, financial consultant from Washington, D.C. Davis was born in St. Joseph in 1919 and was graduated from Cornell University. While he resided in St. Joseph he was president of Anchor Serum Co. Davis was appointed by John F. Kennedy as U.S. Ambassador to Graduates listen attentively to Commence ment speaker True Davis. BEN WEDDLE N. A f i --K'. '- . Q , M V S iw Q . K Jim Smiley and Linda Smith talk with friends following Graduation in the wind. BEN WEDDLE -4 7 C cn U m S. UI cm 2 2. co 1 CD ET KD O o 3 3 cn D O cn 3 cn D .-. IP Q Q 1 co UI fl! 0 3 6 :- nw :s co Q. .-. o 2 CD O so 1 nv Q. c nw ... cn SD DLE 'ZW BEN WED Switzerland in 1963 and from 1965 to 1968 served as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury under Lyndon B. Johnson. ln 1969 he returned to private life and presently serves as the board president andfor director of some 28 corporations throughout the United States. Davis spoke to the graduates on the effectiveness and necessity of change . He said, Don't avoid change. . .one can't anyway, use it to your benefit. He also stated that you can change the system, not all at once, but gradually. Davis stated, Challenge and change create the opportunity for growth and success. He also urged the graduates to do certain things. Among Davis' suggestions were to vote in every election, learn to say no , and to not be embarassed by patriotism. Try to make your age in thousands of dollars before you're 30 years old, he told the audience and graduates, and after you're 30 try to double your agefsalary ratio. An integral portion of Davis' speech was when he told graduates to be proud of what you accomplish . . . shoot for the top and fight change. The Ftecessional played by the MWSC Symphonic Winds, led the MWSC Graduates out of the stadium departing up the aisles with diploma in hand. The day was over for well almostl for those that had graduated. lt was not just an ordinary day for these 487. For some it was the end of an extended period of schooling, for many it was the beginning of further studies and a journey to a different part of the country or state - for most, it was a first step into a life fill- ed with bright hopes and high aspirations. Patty Joyce sits waiting to receive her diploma as she graduates from MWSC. MAKING IT HAPPEN IN SPORTS Ed d ICH IVI TZES z 5 1 5 2 3 8 E I 2 S 2 ? S .l'lJJ'3lE:'w 't'3lPJJ..E:' 5'3lFFH'i' 5 E:'3U'1D But the tough luck was not enough to dampen spirit or weaken the team's determination to play a good game. This fall the big thing around cam- pus was the VEER. It was seen in one variation or another on hats, shirts, posters and even on some car win- dows. When I talked to Head Coach Rob Hicklin about it, he said they fthe Griffonsy were looking for something to make themselves and their backers special. We are the tradi- tion here at Missouri Western, he said. Evidently it worked since the football team enjoyed capacity crowds at most home games. At first, it was easy, with the Griffs opening the season with a 42-20 win over K .5392 By KEVIN MCPEEK Dana College at home. From then on, the Griffs started downhill with five losses in a row to tough C.S.l.C. iCentral States Inter- collegiate Conferencel teams both at home and on the road. Some, as a matter of fact, seemed as if they were about ready to write the season off as a total loss. The Mighty Griffs it seemed, were being plagued by injuries of first one star player, then another. Two of the three captains were at the top of the injured list as Doug Holland and Mark Storey missed Y x S 5 N Suu QXATSX i Niwmfx 'Nas Ev . 5 XX 4' ..:.. ,lz . ' F Er I ,, its rrf H H several games. Holland suffered an inflamation of the elbowg Storey strained his knee ligaments. Strained knee ligaments were the biggest enemy as starters Terry Moore tquarterbackl and Alex Starke qdefensive endl had to be For the Golden Griffons, the season was full of injuries and pain with many ofthe key players watching most of the games from the sidelines. Freshman Ray Nunnelly ffar Ieftl I ' d' ' t t H th s umps in isappoin men. owever, e Griffs did have their bright spots during the season, including a homecoming victory and this touchdown tbeiowl against Emporia State University, 49-17. , .X N5 fi WS is it st L ' ubt Q if Ben Weddle .,, mm :sa is ' f 'WU .. r - . Q - if ' ' N wx G ' f in fs- L N655 .ft t 'f :: . 'S ' -5, -, gg 'S -f I :L - N, Ki.- Q.-vol-f sent to the sidelines early in the season as a result of the injuries. Two other outstanding players saw limited action and were missing most of the time from the backfield. Running back Jim Barber was hampered with an injured muscle in the thighg part-time starting quarter- back Mike Solomon dislocated his collar bone. In many positions freshmen played in spots that the upper classmen could no longer fill because of injuries. Hicklin said he was very pleased with the job the younger players had been doing in place of the veterans. As a matter of fact he expressed a feeling of pride in the team in general. Missouri Western does not have a large percentage of players on scholarships, yet almost all who go out for the team stay out even without a scholarship. When l interviewed Hicklin about two weeks before the close of the season, he said he thought his team, regardless of its record, was one of the best if not the best in the CSIC jCentral States Intercollegiate Conferencej. He assured me that even though there were only a cou- ple of games left, he wasn't about to just write them off. True to his word, Coach Hicklin, his staff and the team went out and played good football. The record was enhanced somewhat with wins over Washburn, Emporia State and Missouri Southern. Unfortunately, the season ended with a tough loss to Kearney State, 7-6. Ben Wei 1 1 t e 4 4 Craig ri er- HM 'lil DVJTH ' ul' 1 ailwra l . lQ Wk., , ii Il i. li ' Zia Jerry Myers JJJJEELH To lead the nation in kick-off returns for just one week is the dream of many young college run- ningbacks in the country. To do it more than once is a gift from heaven, but to do it as a freshman is a mira- cle. lt happened to the moving wheels of Tim Hoskins from Parkville, Missouri. Hoskins finished the season with 347 yards and an average of 31.5 per carry. He brought the Griffs back into many games with end zone to end zone runs and left the fans yelling for more. His longest run for the season was a 86-yard touchdown trip. Hoskins is just one of the many freshmen that got a starting chance since Griffs were troubled with many injuries to key returning players. lt takes a special kind of person to make a kick-off return expert and Hoskins has all the necessary tools. Hoskins also led the squad in scoring with a total of 54 points and had 452 yards in pass receiving with an 26.6 catch average. He brought fans to their feet every time they saw a chance for him to get the ball into his hands. To top it all off, Hoskins has three more seasons with the Griffs to improve his record. Craig Drath higher than lt was this year. MWSC . . 42 Dana College .... 20 MWSC . . 24 Nebraska Wesleyan ...... 28 MWSC . . 20 Evangel College . .32 MWSC . . 23 Fort Hayes State . 28 MWSC . . 20 Pittsburg State . . .45 MWSC . . 34 Wayne State ..... 36 MWSC . . 53 Washburn ....... 25 MWSC . . 49 Emporia State ... 17 MWSC . . 18 Missouri Southern ...... 17 MWSC . . 6 Kearney State ..... 7 leftl made a key tackle against Kearney State Hicklin ended by saying he is very much looking forward to next year with the new stadium completed and school splrlt and enthusiasm even The Griffs got on the scoreboard early in the first quarter of the homecoming game as Mike Solomon fupper leftl dives in. Linebacker Tim Newton watches from the sideline flower leftl with a damaged knee, while teammates Tom Blanchard 4913 and Doug Holland 167i fnear R Qt.. i W- Xu at Craig Drath An-If :I:l.r The Western Veer got its humble beginning in Room 207 of the College Center. Behind these doors came the new symbol which fans used to rally behind the Giriffs at foot- ball games. Out of this small coaches' office came a new tradition for the campus. The Veer is the style of offensive backfield that the Griffons ran and the name Western is what the coaching staff called it. The symbol carried the Griffs through thick and thin this season as the fans used it to get the squad up for the ball games. A new tradition was begun and Coach Hicklin expects it to last a long time on campus. But the hand signal proves to be a most popular aspect of team spirit. lt is made by extending the index finger and little finger upward with the thumb holding the two middle fingers down. Y , li.,,.1, ' Scott Morris fabovel was injured early in the season, but still kept the spirit alive on the sidelines for the rest of the team. Teammate Mark Ness iupper centerl displays the Veer to Dave Mapel 1625 as he comes off the field. Mike Solomon's Veer Station Wagon flower leftl is his symbol of team spirit. irightl John Blake flies through the air to block a punt by Emporia State iabove rightl. Coach Rob Hicklin ilower rightl walks the sidelines as he watches his team battle through a tough game. .t .J kkck Wtiil if is r S ..nsns. ' A . A .. i vw X, 41 5 if ,- S na X' rn as s Aw? , ' ' TNQ X t 3 .. T' - .....a:-- .-:Nia- ax. ii-10 y - ., K' f ' .f asf. sfwis 1. ' fn , sy.. L f ' . . N Q M a .wwf ' ,,'1t,s3Eg QS ' sts.. g Matt Burns N..-fl' .?S Ben Weddle Craig Drath P2 , , A2 5,5 f Q5 g 133 'IJJE ROAD 'IU UHLAJJDU Young squad turns tide and finishes no. 7 in the nation with a super ending. At the beginning of the season, some talk was going around about the possibility the Lady Griffs might make the trip back to the nationals again. But how could they do it after losing three senior starters from last year's squad? For Coach Sumrell, it looked like a year of building with only one returning senior. This seemed to be the case in the Photos and Story By RICHARD MATZES early going as the Ladies found trou- ble in playing against strong Big Eight teams, Kansas State and Kan- sas. Timing was the problem as new players had to get to know each other. Soon, things settled down and people began talking about a third state title and a shot at the regionals. But another sour note fell. Starting setter Sally Woods was lost for the Spiking is the name of the game and Kay Keller fbelowj did a great job at it as she lead the team this year in scoring. Sophomore Sarah Pelster came off the bench in the season as a setter but showed fupper righty that she is not scared to hit the floor. New faces in the squad this season included hard hitting tnear right! Jean Haffner, a transfer from Colby, Ks., Community College. Timeouts for the Griffs meant ffar rightj drinks and a chance for Coach Sumrell to discuss game strategy. MNNNN I IM? t sf N-we LE Sf ws, 4 ww Nunn. .Q-ff 2? f-vmwm season with torn ligaments in her finger. Head Coach Fthesa Sumrell had to do some quick moving as she went to her bench for Sarah Pelster and Cathy Cox to pick up the slack in the team's offense. The going was not easy and many thought it was the final straw as they wrote the Griffs off for just another season. This is where their PRIDE came in. The Ladies got it into their heads that the road to Orlando was the route they simply had to take. Sophomore Kay Keller and junior Chris Sumrell started picking up the banner and soon had Sara Nolte, Stephanie Miller, Jean Haffner, Amy Pinkley, Cara Long, Pelster, and Cox Doing a great setting job in the front row was Cathy Cox lrightl, another transfer from Colby, Ks., Community College along with Haffner. Action at the state tournament was fantastic as shown in this great dig tbelowj by Jean Haffner. while Chris Sumrell looks on. Plays like this is what sent the Griffs through the tournament without a single loss. A L- A A at X X -xg ff It A iiri 5 One of the best matches in the whole tourna- ment was the battle of Missouri Western vs. Missouri Southern with the Griffs making a great comeback to win. Chris Sumrell iabovel puts all she can into a spike to get it pass a block from Missouri Southern. A loose ball causes bodies to fly from everywhere as Jean Haffner 153, Stephanie Miller 1151, Kay Keller i6l, and Cathy Cox Q43 move toward the ball ileftl in the final home game of the year. following right behind them. For the next month and a week, they made history in the world of volleyball. The squad walked through the state tournament and regionals undefeated with a 15- match winning streak to their credit. The squad finished tied for seventh in the nation in AIAW Small College Division for Volleyball. lt was a long and hard season. At the end everyone smiled, especially Head Coach Sumrell as she hugged roster which showed only one graduating senior. Naturally, her hopes are high for next year. l l Air up on top a ball is the team's leading spiker tabovel Kay Keller as teammates Sara Nolte q14l, Sarah Pelster 1113, and Jean Haffner move in to back her up. The Regional Six and Missouri State Champs tupper rightj are as follows: Sarah Pelster, Mari Finuf, Laura Willoughby, Karen Harris, Sally Woods, Jean Haffner, Cara Long, Cathy Cox, Clem Jarmin, Amy Pinkley, Stephanie Miller, Chris Sumrell, Kay Keller, Sara Nolte, Coach Sumrell and Mary Mahoney. Back setting the ball to Jean Haffner is Sarah Pelster 1113 for a spike irightl to attack against Northwest Missouri State University. i . was W-New . spa., mass --as ww-MMM - ff: S Fx Psa it f Q 'Su il V 3 . V,. , M. 'fy ...ip- W1 1 it .-X. 'if Ass, XX, wt Making a try for a loose ball tleftl is Chris Sumrell in a play against Central Missouri State University. Sara Nolte spikes around the block of a Central Missouri State University player for a sure point in an important play of the match. Early in the year the Griffs ran into arch rival Missouri Southern at the Kansas State Tournament. Chris Sumrell does a good job tbelowl in blocking the ball from one Southern player in the match. Sumrell led the team in blocks this season with 100. 1 y . I .WAX x .. 5 .V as si X 9x Q 35 4 Q 1 is 1 40 X. ei.: SQL: OL, gi.. ilu, 9 1.1. 59. gt: SCL Z-5. gl? Cntr' gl.- C ag 544 Q. 52? 3 4 EE its 3 9 QCE SGW Fl- o I- :- cn m m Q Cn -2 Cn 9.. En an cn A- cn I- o- mm K: 2, Q: sm 5-.. mm 'DE cn :- o N Nl- S co it S0 W When I was a freshman at school, I often heard wild stories of screaming has fans going to Griffon basketball games. I also heard stories about ssii g I WWW if WWZWW ,, them bringing wooden blocks to hit fl ' f m t so ftt I is iifc ffffii together and the noise could be ' heard for miles. That was four years ago and I figured that I must have been talking with someone who was off his rocker. MWSC's gym was always as quiet as a ghost town when I went to Griffon games. The small band of loyal fans from other schools found it easy to win the battle of sound in the Griffs gym. I don't want to say that they were apathetic, but l had been 4, Q to noisier funerals. N s..... .t.,- V .. .- .... .t,.m.... ,N , t QR. Cone Corner tabovel was headquarters for the MWSC 'Coneheadsl who helped boost the Griffon spirit to levels never equalled in St. Joseph. Conebearers Steve Stein, Tim Pep- ple, Paul Compton and Terry Landis trightl paraded their symbol of spirit before its loyal subiects before and after every game. l was beginning to think that l would never get to see true college spirit at a basketball game without traveling to somewhere else. All I could do was watch them on T.V. and dream of being in a U.C.L.A. or Notre Dame crowd just once. Then on February 3, 1979, it happened. I was just getting to the gym to watch another silent game, when out of the southwest corner of the gym came a thunderous sound from 10-15 people. Coneheads, they shouted. l'm a Coneheadf' Who were they? Surely not MWSC students. But it was true and the fever spread quicker than a cold as the next night it was about 30-40 people. They came as though a magnet were pulling them to that section of the bleachers. All the students were waiting for was that lit- tle spark of spirit to creep in, and off they started. The Coneheads did about everything that you could ask from a group. They led cheers throughout games, gave proper introduction to the visiting team, helped the officials call the game and many times helped Coach Filbert decide whom to play next. The group seemed to please everyone except for the local iw Q W it Q. gf , W W i. ,rm . ,E ' Q if v V yfis 'Yi- UHAIG UHAIH The Coneheads got everyone into the act tabove leftj during the Drury game. Kenny Mayo, Phil Cunningham and Brian Puett used the back of some discarded programs to ex- press their support for the Griffons. Coneheads Mike Lillig, Steve Conn, Steve Stein and Rocky Parker jabovej were more than happy to help the game officials point out players who made fouls. Other favorite Conehead cheers were We are MO West, and Two Blind Mice. Students from all over campus joined together during the last part of the basketball season to become the famous Coneheads, frightj a vital part in the boosting spirit for Griffon Basketball. media organization. While both T.V. and radio stations loved the Coneheads, it seemed like the local newspaper just could not get into the act. One local sports writer even gave the Coneheads an award for their spirit, the Howard Cosell Award for Tact. The group set new traditions this season. The Griffon team now sits to the south of the scorer's table jdirectly in front of the Coneheadsj. The cheerleaders also were moved to this area. The players and coaches now touch the almight Cone before and at halftime of every game for good luck. It looks like what may have been lost for quite sometime, is now back at MWSC. 'K if 2 ff X . 2 K . 4 V fig, I g b RICH MATZES ' i trz is .ili S 1 Q , K A . Xxkg . CRAIG DFRATH 141 ff' 42 We an Offensive strategy played a key role in the Griffon's home victory over Evangel. Kenny Brown labovel sets a pick in the lane for Wendell Humes. BEN WEDDLE Quick driving and strong offensive tactics by Dave Stallman lbelowj and the other members of the Griffon Basketball squad moved the team through an outstanding season. Up, over and through-this sequence was captured by Griffon Photo Editor Ben Weddle. W or 45 wg by BEN WEDDLB iLeftl Starting guard Wendall Humes rams one home to swing the momentum our way. fBelowJ Senior Joe Salanky drives the base line against the Crusaders. -2. f E . . 1 I' Q -me 5 -:ms ti 1- 3 tw' I- rl .I J' .U -I XJJ By RICH MATZES Last year, they were known as the Heartbreak kids as the Griffons just could not win the big games. They would play ball with anybody until the last few minutes, when the other team would pull a victory out. But that was a year ago, for Coach Filbert and his gang that was a season they wanted to forget while looking toward the future with high hopes. What made this season different from last year? Well, one factor was, Tom Stirmlinger, a transfer from Tarkio College. His specialty con- sisted of scoring points from everywhere on the court. There was some question as to whether or not l would ever see him in a Golden Grif- fon uniform because Stirmlinger broke a wrist bone in preseason and missed the first few weeks of action. Add to this season Joe Salanky in his senior year and the pride he brought with it. Salanky seemed to get more and more key rebounds when needed, scoring points when needed and led the Griffs in defense for the whole year. Wendell Humes, who had to listen .si BEN 5 E to crowds Boo him a year ago, came to the camp with a new look. Humes spent the summer working on his ball handling skills and it paid off as loudly, cheering fans echoed their approval. It all starts with a jump ball and for the Golden Griffons, like Ken Brown j42j, they were just a cut above all the rest most of the time. Jerking down another big rebound is Joe Salanky 154j against an Avila College player. Salanky did a fine job on the boards this season. Making his 6'9 presence known in the middle was Dave Weber t52j to pull down a rebound from between two Missouri Southern players. Dave Stallman, high jumping ex- pert, gave the Griffs that extra rebound power they were looking for against tough Central States Inter- collegiate Conference opponents, Stallman worked hard on defense and was a key in helping to make the MWSC press go. There was a list of returning lettermen for the squad, but another big factor should be mentioned: the new freshmen that came in. They came in all sizes from 5' 10 to 6' 9 with dreams of playing for the varsity team. Ken Brown, Dave Weber, Mitch Williams and Andrew Malone saw a lot of action and often were im- portant factors in Griffon victories. It was not a total banner year, the squad found the going tough at first. lt was as if injuries had put the hand of death on this team before they were going to get a chance to put on a show. Not only did Stirmlinger break his wrist, but Humes suffered a bad twisted ankle after two games. Chris Burwell received a shoulder in- jury and a bruised ankle, while both Brown and Weber had pulled muscles. Coach Filbert would get one player healthy, then another would get injured. It was a coach's RICH MAT An overhead camera gives a perfect view of what the action looks like as Tom Stirmlinger 4503 and Ken Brown t42J go after a ball against a Washburn University player. Getting only a face full of an elbow is Tom Stirmlinger 1541 as he trys to battle an Emporia State player for the ball. nightmare. People started to write the team off as another loser, while Coach Filbert hope to someday start a com- plete healthy lineup. Then it happened: suddenly the team was through the real problems and the Griffs turned things around. They became the spoilers of the District and C.S.I.C. Coach Filbert and his players played like champions, while 1 - ' rr l 'lla . A knocking off top rated teams game after game. The fans responded to these victories with some exciting spirit. Some key down-the-home-stretch victories included two wins over Missouri Southern, an overtime win over University of Missouri at Kansas City, and a close scare as No. 1 rated Drury gave the Griffons a No. 4 rating plus a home court advantage in the first round of playoffs. Western was an easy winner over Evangel, but lost to the top rated Drury team again. Once again the team would give the Drury squad the scare of their lives and take the game all the way down to the wire. So, for the Golden Griffons, it was a super year after all, as they proved that the squad can do what they said. BEN I4 n-I -I 'IME :LA it I I ' rl ll... AME! A535 MADE ln a small office in a corner of the Frank S. Popplewell Building, a man slaves over a typewriter in hopes of turning out another All-American for MWSC. His name is Jerry Myers and his job is kicking information out to the mass media of the area about the talented athletes at MWSC. Everywhere from small town Black, Mo. to Atlanta, Ga., Myers sends pictures, letters, and programs so the hometowns of the players can find out how their kids are doing. Working around the clock to keep the statistics up to date, makes for a very long and tiring job during the spring. In this day and time, it's not just talent that makes a player an All- American, but the press has to have heard of him, too. Coaches can't get around to see every team in the na- tion and so they have to rely on what the newspapers have to say. Myers spends many hours on the phone with editors from all over. His job is one of very few thanks as many people don't realize just how important he is to a player look- ing for post-season honors. He gives his all to the job and enjoys his work very much. The MWSC Athletic Department owes a lot to this man and it is about time he is given credit. X By RICH iviATzEs V.: I g ' is K, QQ t M 'Lf ' Q 5 we . M gh tg 3 Sl g 5 .a l w- il .XJ Q x ii 422 ... ., ,, vi i , il at i Z a A 2 if f l , it ' Q . ,f f , , ,E,f,,,--. W f t 5 f as f , fi 42 wf Y ,., ,Zi ,if 'K The phone rings every time a new recruit is signed by a coach tfar lefty, so that Jerry Myers will have time to pass the word around to the press and make arrangements for the official word to be released. Looking over the latest statistics on the Griffs, Jerry Myers tabovei uses the phone in check- ing with other sports information directors of the district to see how Western compares with them in playoff chances. The typewriter hardly ever gets a chance to cool off fleftl. Part of Myers' job is to keep every athlete's hometown informed on how he is doing at school. M .V .... :H 14 The Missouri Western girls basketball season was filled with changes. Their style of play was switched from a slow paced game to a faster run-and-gun situation. Deb- bie Bumpus, the new coach from Tennessee, came to lead the team. The loss of two varsity starters meant that they had a team which never played together and the ones they had were playing a totally different style. The year was a year of changes and transition for the whole team. The team went from a slower game to faster paced game which was a big transition for me and l think it cost us a lot of turnovers said Sophomore Stephanie Miller. A new member on the team this year was Freshman Kay Barton. She had to go through an even harder transition. Coming out of High Sue Henry tears a rebound away from Tarkio. RICH MATZES 'IHA 'J - l'IlJ 'ML i EAR School she found the competition much tougher and the demand put upon a person in order to be com- petitive much more demanding. lt was a year of adjustment for me because in college ball you have to give 150 !0 of yourself to compete and I wasn't used to the coach or the other girls on the team, said Freshman Kay Barton. The girls played a lot better than the record shows. They have a lot of talent to work with and a couple of players that have stood out over the season. Coach Debbie Bumpus said, Sue Henry was one of the players we could always depend on, she was someone that was a consistent player throughout the entire season. Towards the end of the season the girls started to work better together as a team. We played poorly at the worst times, we seemed to slump in the middle of the season and we couldn't get back up before it was too late, said Junior Chris Sumrell. Next year the girls should do much better because they are load ed with talent and will have a lot more experience to work with. Coach Bumpus said lt was disap- pointing, recordwiseg becaus everyone had such high hopes aftei winning the state tournament last year. Next year we'll do a lot better because the girls will be used to the style of play. We're so loaded with talent its coming out our ears, said Kay Bar- ton. NN ,,,,a,,,,,,'W,M.mW,ffW,.,wM 4 -I , w S.-w' K1-rf n l48 T 3' 3 . f 1. ' Q VYIWHQW , i i Q . ,,,, ,,., . , i .YM W I , 7 ,,,, M f ,, 7 K A I E V ,,,, ,, as. , ,H , Q YM A lll l A l i h : lsl ,V i 1 Q lllliil 1 lsl , l l Barb Gudde drives to tip a jump ball to Chris Silkett. labove lefty Theresa Hunsaker looks for somebody open underneath the basket. lleftl Senior Shirley Vaughn makes a fast-break count for a quick two. labovel CRAIG DFlATH 2 V I W f WZ? , , Ui' 1 Q . l RICH MATZES Driving for a lay-up is Freshman Kay Barton for two points against Kearney State. Barton iabovel ripped off many passes this season for easily baskets. Trying to out muscle Kearney State player for a rebound is Stephanie Miller fabove rightj for the Lady Griffs. Timeouts are never wasted-Coach Bumpus frightl constantly preaches about how the game should be played. 1 ..,,. V, ,gl is W -I N-. -. rn -., 4 f as - if'ff'i' ' gf , RICH MATZES 'RICH MATZES ,M ra Stephanie Miller fabove leftl puts a key rebound down for the team, while Kay Barton 1111 follows behind to help out. An easy basket is scored by Barb Gudde fleftl in the game with Missouri Southern. She also did a great job on the boards this season. Giving words of wisdom to Chris Silkett is head coach Debbie Bumpus labovel from the sidelines, while Silkett takes a rest. RICH MATZES High in the air, Stephanie Miller trighti out iumps a Kearney State player for the ball in an important jump ball situation. Miller played a big role in the Griffs' board attack as both a center and a forward. Freshmen have to learn how to play college basketball the hard way. For Myasthia Kelly, fbelowj this means watching out for op- ponents who get set before she makes her move toward the basket. CRAIG DRATH - wa aww 5 X 'F if -1 1.fJ'- Y , f -4. We Q i CRAIG DRATH nl RICH MATZES A loose ball can cause bodies to fly everywhere iabovej, Theresa Hunsaker, at the end of it all, came up with the ball in her con- trol. A transfer student from Trenton, Hun- saker, was a big addition to the Griffon squad. Driving toward the lane, Theresa Robinson Qleftl takes a jump shot from the side of the freethrow area against William Jewell. Willll' HAP? :ll 1-'D 'l'U'l'ilE FUJI JF ll' By RICH MATZES lntramurals, When you talk about it at MWSC, everybody has something to say. No two stories are the same, because everybody points the blame at everybody else. This year it seems like people were doing more fighting off the field than on it. But they did their share in the games, too. What ever happened to the idea of playing Intramurals for the fun and physical exercise? How should l know, l am too busy trying to make the tryouts for next year's volleyball, while also holding out for a better deal with my flag football team. Sound unreal? Intramurals has become a big time business for Ed Thompson's long arm irightl blocks an im- portant pass in one of the Flag Football games. Thompson played for the second- place team UKB, Flich Matzes and Dave Gann prove they still haven't lost the old skills that they learned in their high school days. Both fbottoml were offensive linemen for their flag football team. 'kE. Zfwf-ii' 'Q 'i'!ntQ-1.'w..L'J5r'.-g.'T'1i'- .3 71lt5?s....Qi5'YK4 many teams. Some teams recruit players as soon as the sport is over for next year. A big problem this season, was organization, but it was a first year program under new Intramural director, Nancy Thomas. She also had an all man rookie intramural staff with her. They had to deal with officials, who volunteered but never showed up on time, if they even made it to the game at all. Problems of trying to get the facilities for the events to take place happened often, too. The big plus for Intramurals this At the sound of a gun, the Turkey Trot was off and running fleftl. The contest is held on the , MWSC Jogging trails and first prize is a turkey for both men and women. V ' V . in Va2V5g,ggf55q?V YouV're out of the game, shouts Patty Joyce. V at ' , , V. J-Vg -421,5 ,Q .V ff ,N Offlciatlng is a hard job, flower lefty but many Wwj, f V u J students do it for a class or just to make some 1 , ,l.. 'V 1 'W iffy ,' extra money. Q, V . V,', ' zfwr L, ' Tnfj Ready to receive the serve, flower rightj Julie 5 J V,gV L V Pugh participated in the women's and coed ',,, ,K . Q ,.li' . Q fr t, Q divisions of ping-pong. Julie is a freshman ' 4' '1 'T , V ' . . M , v ','. -'t 1 7.51 Q ! from Kidder, Mo. RICH MATZES X Nr l Quai' QQ I 7 f ::'s1f5f :iiif we ,, B Q' di X 0 BEN WEDDLE RICH MATZES year was the opening of the gym at night for students to play. This move shot MWSC out of the small time college image to a major university look. No longer is 8:00 am to 5:00 pm business suitcase college, but a true college with somewhere for dorm students to go. The Student Govern- ment Association QSGAJ had a part to play in it, as they finally started listening to the crys of the students. Coed sports seem to be the new up-coming activities and are very popular with the students. ln- tramurals now have pillo-pollo, volleyball, badminton, tennis, ping- pong, and softball. They seem to be where the fun is and fighting is left at home. This may be increased to Nanette Swan holds the bag for June James iabovej during the Gold Fish Swim. This is a lot harder than it looks as June can tell you. Tennis and Ping-Pong go hand in hand. Freshman Lori Zacharias, ibottoml with straw in mouth, puts another shot past her oppo- nent. RICH MATZES more sports next year. The big goal of every student that passes through the doors to the gym is to win a T-shirt in an intramural sport. I have won five shirts and they are all in different sports, said Dave Cook. I have seen this goal turn mild ordinary students into wild and crazy madmen for it. It is a lot better deal than just giving the team cap- tain a trophy, when each player worked just as hard for the team. Intramurals staff had their problems this year, but without them where would MWSC students be. The bugs should be worked out in the second year as everybody has grown in experience from this year. Attacking the ball at the net, Judy Kottman, ln- tramural Staff Secretary Ileftj found time to take part in the sports. ls it the creature from the Black Lagoon? No, just Ibelowj one of those crazy MWSC students in the Intramural Gold Fish Swim. MARK WATKINS Heads up and keep your eye on the bird, as Dave Cook winds up for a kill shot during qrightl a close coed match. Intramurals were not just sporting events. The staff sponsored a skating party during the year for MWSC students. Baseball player Dan Drissel and his wife found this to be fun. Volleyball was split into two divisions this year. One was for people to play power, while the other was just for recreation. lt all comes down to just getting the ball over flower rightl the net, but that does not always happen. l if CRAIG DRA - CRAIG DRATH BEN CRAIG DRATH Cindy Graceland has trouble standing on her own two feet fleltj during the Intramural skating party, but got a helping hand from her boyfriend Red Nold. Badminton was just one of the popular coed sports played this year. Julie Pugh and Rich Matzes tbottoml found it a great way to spend an evening. CRAIG DRATH - kg' sf M . ww X7 X ATT' ' X Q g 1.1 xx I if X 5' vt 3' li.. N X X A A Mfmwg My .saa,s,-vtttstw at e...sM+aw1-e-ewww.-,mswswm-fmwwwt-as--swfwfs .s . . .,,N.t,.....-...,. M.at...-,,.t....s---+--w-as -X g5,,t.s.s... M.t..t..s...t.tW.,s,W----- 1 K' he K X Q -N-tmp Y . DI 3 3 Q 3 2 l LALJJEX- Fl 'lla 'J N- 'IBD 'JB By RICH MATZES Photos by DAVE CONNETT This season has had something for everyone as the Lady Griffs won some close ones, lost some close ones, won some big and lost some big ones. Under Head Coach Flhesa Sumrell, the team battled against both opponents and weather. The Lady Griffs played just about every day of the week in April, while hosting two tournaments. Both were Invitational and played at Walnut Park field. Lead by veteran Debbie Mabin at both the plate and in pitching, the squad played a long hard season. Mabin carried an .370, while Marica Riniker and Marj Finuf were second and third for the team. Riniker was .321 and Finuf had a .289. The squad played some tough Big Eight teams in Kansas State and the University of Nebraska. They made a fine show- ing. This was the best season in soft- ball and we are still a very young team, said the head coach. Sumrell The first half of a double-play is the most im- portant part of the action. Chris Silkett tabovel handles the ball thrown by Karen Rizzo and prepares to make the turn toward first. Just like a vacuum cleaner, Karen Rizzo scoops up a hard hit ground ball at third base. looks for the team to do a lot better in the State next year when the system will be split into two divisions - one for larger schools and one for the smaller schools in Missouri. Coach Sumrell used both a mix- ture of freshmen and returning letterwomen during the season and moved a few around until she could find a working connection. The team carried a team batting average of .242, while placing a record of 13-15 for the season. Using a DH this season gave the squad an extra punch at the plate. Quickness and flexibility are important tools of a first baseman. Debbie Mabin shows fleftl that she has these plus carried the team with .370 average. With a gleam in her eye and wheels for feet, Chris Silkett trys flower lefty to bunt her way on. From the angle of first base side, the distance that Karen Rizzo has to thqrow a ball for a normal out does not look so s ort. seg., - .-f .- . N4 -.,f1g:f:i:t.:ggggf::g.5, M.. if S A .. gg: sam ..t..t., gg N f WM . M. , K I My I Y . . . Q, V 7 H WM f 'Y .. 4' . 2' if 'fi' 'A ' v 'ffl ' . . ' i 1 ' g x V ra I ,tc , . 'X 114 lf 4 Hi ti' T , ' W W . N M ' , , . . 3 fl' Mmm M my M, ,,W,.,,y ' f. ' fe ii, ff gf qafwf J 0 -. H t. it X- JPE it 'IEJJJJJH By nlcH lvlATzEs Photos by JOHN CAHMODY Hey, who are those crazy people out there in a 40-mile an hour wind playing tennis. Playing Tennis? These conditions came throughout the season with the sun shining only once and awhile, but the Men's Tennis team had to keep play- ing no matter what the weather. Another major problem, was that the team had no one to coach them. This problem was quickly solved as Jay Hearshman took over as a player-coach. Hearshman was the H1 player and step right into the job as coach very well. The team finished the season with a record of 13-3 in dual matches, while winning the Missouri Southern Tournament. A third place finish in : the Central States Intercollegiate Conference fC.S.l.C.l was a proud honor for this team. Starting with a preseason running program, the squad played weekly challenge matches to see who would play in each match. The rest of the time was spent working on drills to improve each player's game. The squad had great depth and a well balanced top six to help them make this season a complete turn-a- round from last year. They had little or no trouble at all in beating most of the area teams. Hearshman was followed by Ron Keith, John Cassidy, Gerry Gabel, Fred Keenan, and Steve Deaton in the top six positions. Fiay Purschke, Craig Hosmer, Rich Matzes, Lannyl Wake, Steve Yost, and Sid Rodriguez rounded out the rest of the team for this season. An important milestone was achieved this season - both Hearshman and Gabel topped the 100 win mark in their college career. Hearshman was unsure of the exact number of wins that both he and Gabel had, but believe it to be around 103. The team will have to rely on the depth of the 115 player on down since the top players will be graduating off the team. They will also have to look for another, since coach Hearshman is one of the graduates. 'F nf X at 'TT' to ,Qt 1 K sf ' 'x J . .5- . g . I . Q fm' Y l ' -O ,Qt 4 I ,of WM- wt 3 - , .C fu ' X . 'ff-, K 'F t 1201. train:-:r JLQ ti. v S s U! C The Golden Griffons Men's Tennis Team. top- posite pagej Flrat row: Fred Keenan, Lanny Wake, Steve Deaton, and Ron Keith. Second row: Gerry Gabel, Ray Purschke, Jay Hearshman, John Cassidy, Sid Flodriguez, Rich Matzes, and Craig Hosmer. Ron Keith loves to wear opponents down ileftl with baseline to baseline shots of power. Keith came back to the team this season after tak- ing a year off to work on his studies. Nice and easy swing at the ball- Gerry Gabel used this form to win over 100 matches at MWSC. Side by Side for four years, frightj Gerry Gabel and Jay Hearshman worked on getting their doubles game to the fine tune that it was this season. Reaching down and stepping into a forehand shot, ibelowj Ron Keith did a super job at the No. 2 position this year gs: i Y in X E , 4 2 5 7 , i it iffiit E iii H 4 S Ei K vii 'S 5 sf twists Q: get 'TXT Mssasais Player-coach Jay Hearshman had to work overtime to handle both jobs. Hearshman lleftl finished out his senior year with the No. 1 position in his back pocket. From the back angie lbelow Ieftl, Hearshman's serve looks unstopable as he puts his whole body into it. Quickness was an important asset to Gerry Gabel and his tennis game. Gabel lbelow rightl was able to run down almost any ball that was hit to him. will ii! aff! A H- l3il..XulIJ By DARRELL RILEY Photos by DAVE CONNETT While most of us were worrying about the upcoming finals, six lady athletes were concerned with base lines, lets and double faults. The Women's Tennis Team took a perfect record into the State Tourna- ment and kept it that way by out- distancing their opponents by ten points. Heading the winners' list was number one singles player Lorie Zacharias, a freshman from Kansas City's Van Horn High School. Win- ning the state title is a rarity these days, but Zacharias accomplished this feat with a strong power game. Coach Bumpus thought Lorie's game was one of the most solid all- around she had ever seen. Zacharias attributes most of her success to having a solid team behind her and good coaching. Coach Debbie Bumpus felt that strength in the lower players was im- portant to the team's success this year. At the State Tournament, after the first day, the team held only a two point lead. But when Chris fSumrellJ, Shirley Waughnj, and Kay tKellerJ began winning their matches, the title was ours, said Bumpus. Sue Henry, the number two player was a returning letterman from the '78 team. After cruising through her first three matches, she met defeat in the finals and took second place. Also returning from last year's team were numbers three, four and five singles players Chris Sumrell, Shirley Vaughn and Barb Gudde. Both Sumrell and Vaughn took firsts in their classes. Gudde met defeat in the second round of competition. A newcomer to the team was Kay Keller, the number six player. At the state tournament, she was defeated in the first round but came back in the consolation bracket to take that tit e. The number one doubles team was Sue Henry and Chris Sumrell, defending State Champions. At th state meet they had no trouble in th first match but encountered dif ficulties in the second and lost to th eventual winners of the title. I number two doubles was Lori Zacharias and Kay Keller. They com bined for a perfect record and th state title. Shirley Vaughn and Bar Gudde combined 17 doubles com petition and captured the state con solation title. By winning the State Cham pionship, the whole team qualifie for the regional tournament at Win nona, Minnesota. The competitio included State Champions fro Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, North an South Dakota and Minnesota. An individual flight winners whose tea did not win either first or secon attended. The two top winners fro each regional and individual fligh winners then went on to compete i nationals at Denver, Colorado. A, -1, ,,.1,tt:vtt,.11 QWQJX'tilf-siaetfvss-t,,,ts.X....-- t'.'4'.n.,.....s. . at I Y' e t 'fi 'sf .. dd ,.-,f f': Xkyk I , 'KN Getting to the ball is just as important as hit- ting it. Barb Gudde fopposite far leftl used her speed from the basketball court to help her in tennis. Freshman Lorie Zacharias lfar lettl continued her winning ways from fall tennis to lead the team as No. 1 singles this past spring. Coach Bumpus hits balls tabove leftl for a drill to Chris Sumrell for practice on return shots from the baseline. Sumrell played at No. 3 for the Lady Grifts. fLeft7 The new state champs! First row: Lorie Zacharias, Coach Debbie Bumpus and Shirley Vaughn. Second row: Chris Sumrell, Kay Keller, Sue Henry and Barb Gudde. Giving your all is a big part to being a winner in tennis. Sue Henry labovej makes a diving attempt ata shot from the baseline. Forehand shots are much easier fright! as Sue Henry shows her winning form that help her to play the No. 2 spot this year. hgh I - , , it gi f gg lg 14 L mL ri L .2 gg 'ji if, X 1 7-Q. :fi is E .X Q K Vx in K AL - 1. X Lorie Zacharias has to try to run down tabove leftj a long shot against the fence. She played doubles with Kay Keller, while going un- defeated. Keeping an eye on the ball, fabovel Chris Sumrell steps into a backhand shot for a winner. Having a good backhand can give a player a big edge in a close match. Shirley Vaughn fleftj has such a shot and used it often during the season. A YOU 'JB LEA53 By RICH MATZES Photos by CRAIG DRATH Bad weather and youth are the two main words that best described the .500 AJ level that the Missouri Western Golf team had this past season. We had only one senior playing with three freshmen and two sophomores, said Head Coach Charlie Burri. While high winds and rainy weather kept our scores up high. The No. 1 position was a constant battle between three players all season, as Anthony Smith, Mike O'Brian, and John Kubicki played there at one time or another. Doug Hennier and Joe Kipper rounded out the rest of the top five as Coach Burri has his eye on the future. Another golfer was declared ineligible before this season, but Coach Burri believes he will be able to play and add power to the team. The players learned a lot this year about what it takes to play at the college level, said the head coach. His dream is to bring these players to the level of the old team's of 1973-75. That was when the team won the dis- trict and made trips to the nationals. Coach Burri has high hopes for this team and belief that they are just about two years away from a shot at the title. The team is still young, but are very balanced throughout the line-up. The team carried an average of around 81-83 strokes, but need to get down to the middle or upper 70's to make their move. We need to play better on the se- cond day in the tournament where the courses are tougher, Coach Burri stated. The eyes of the future are the only ones that can tell how the team will turn out, but Coach Burri believes the good old days are just around the corner. A native of St. Joseph and one of the outstan- ding freshmen of a year ago, Mike O'Brian topposite pagel picked up where he left off and played the No. 1 position for the Griffs part of the season. The art of putting is the most important part of anyone's golf game. Joe Kipper iabovej helped the team out a lot with beautiful putts like this. Keep your head down and hit through the ball flefty are the very words that are going on in- side of Red Nold's mind as he practices to get ready for next season. g flu ll- 'r'1us'rw'l Basil- .Ju sm Another giant hole has been started on the campus of MWSC, again. inside it lies the future of this school and the dreams of people that make it happen. The new building is for the Athletic and Physical Education Departments on campus. lt will replace a building that was over- crowded about a year after it was finished. Overcrowded is an easy way to put the current situation that goes on in the P.E. building. Specifically during the winter months, when there is just nowhere else that a person can go. A special thanks should go to By RICH MATZES Photos by CINDY TOTTEN Senator Truman Wilson for all the hard work that he did to see that MWSC would receive the S3 million needed to construct this new facility. lt was his hard driving force that got the bill through both houses of the Missouri State Legislature so quick- ly. Let me be the first to suggest Wilson's name for consideration for the title of this new building, when it is completed. The building will house a number of basketball courts, much larger seating area and four handball courts. It will have new offices, classrooms, and a human perfor- mance laboratory for the students. With all this extra equipment, the dorm students will now have a place for recreation. They won't have to wait until all hours of the evening or get up in the early morning, when all the students normally are in bed. The Intramural program will also get a big boost from this new building and will be able to offer longer seasons plus more games at better times. lt has been a long time in coming, but MWSC will soon have a new Physical Education building, just as soon as they get rid of that giant hole in front of the other building. , .K tive-Q,-f. . l - 1 -- . .X We X., , 15311-ifs fwfi' w Q ,,,.:5aswsvt . . . V fi 1 A sa.. . V ' - if i X . . 53'-W ui, 55.3 gs Nh, is KL M, 'wg Qggfffs1?fg5qg5fi 'W'T.e . lt seemed to take only a few short days to create a giant hole adjacent to the old building lopposite pagej, but actually weeks passed by before signs of the new walls went up, Construction of the new building caused ma- jor problems for students who struggled through the mire on the way to classes in the old building. The South entrances were clos- ed and students found themselves labovej walking around to the other side of the building to get in. The sound of bulldozers could be heard all over campus as the llefti digging began on the new site. 7 1 W w f J, W ng ef E P5 ie Q6 Xi We W, M ff' W a M we-mf mfwf mvawymvwfw A fmwemw fam z ww nw M wmwm ymff WW ww 7 gm mmfwwfmwfwf MH 5 2 iw Usually with the first sign of Spr- mg, people begin to have one thing on their mind: BASEBALL. Just something about being trapped in- side all winter Iong, brings the baseball animal out in everyone. For MWSC students, this means making a trip down to Phil Welch Stadium to see the Big Gold Machine in operation. Running all winter for practice, the Gold Machine never fails to give a super show for all the fans to see. Under the leadership and watchful eye of Head Coach Doug Minnis, the Griffons have always had a strong I'hi: special picture taken by Craig Drath, just seems to sum up the great excitement that a 3riffon baseball game brings to everyone. t rarely happens, but yes, this is catcher Rick Serman ibelowj making a tag out at third Jase. J-I-I -I -I B.: N- EEN F:-'FB By RICH MATZES Photos by CRAIG DRATH and DAVE CONNETT team and play against the best inthe area. They finished with a 30-29-1 record, which includes playing against Nebraska University, Iowa State University, Kansas University, Kansas State University, Emporia State College, and the list goes on and on. Completing a record of 17-3 in District 16 play, the Griffons finished 3rd in the playoff tournament to two tough teams: Missouri Southern and William Jewell. Coach Minnis felt that the tough schedule both hurt the squad and helped them. We saw a lot of good ball playing, but it put us into a hole record wise that we had to keep try- ing to get back out of. Sixty ball games is a lot for any team to have to play in one season, but the Gold Machine came through it looking strong. Doug Demaree lead the squad at the plate with a .320 batting average. He was followed by Rick German at .313. Both Dave Brown and Tom Hoehamer finished with .309, while Randy Parker had a .293 for the Griffs. The team was not a super power in the home run department, but delivered many doubles and singles when needed. Coach Minnis was very proud of the season that two of his senior pitchers had. Both Steve Stine and Jim Chism had records of seven wins and five losses. Chism finished with an E.R.A. of 3.47, while Stine's was 3.38. I think that both Stine and Chism had to have their best season and so I used them a lot this year, said the C11 Bill Godbout and Coach Minnis watch as the Griffons take the field. 123 Bill gives signals to the batter against Park College. H Pl'l'l'l 'J 11111355 By RICH MATZES Photos by CRAIG DRATH Bill Godbout came to Missouri Western two years ago to play baseball for the Gold Machine. He played that year at second base and decided to pass up the rest of his college years for coaching instead of playing. Working under Coach Doug Min- nis, he is learning the skills that it takes to make coaching a career. Godbout is working toward his major in Physical Education at the same time. He has a great knowledge and love for the game of baseball, that makes him an excellent future coach, said Coach Minnis. CRAIG DRATH 1 Being still a student helps him alot as the rest of the players can relate to him and talk about problems they may be having on the field. lt is much easier to discuss a pulled muscle with Godbout, then to have to take it to the top. Godbout has the job of working with the infielders and his positive at- titude brings the best out of the players under him. With the dream of someday being a coach, Godbout is getting valuable experience in the Griffon camp. He has to be my right hand man and is in charge at prac- tice, if l can't be there, said the head coach. CRAIG DRATH 2 iw 414 y '33 l' CRAIG DRATH 113 Bill adds a pinch to relax between innings. 125 Head Coach Doug Minnis and Bill watch the progress at the game. 133 Bill signals wildly for Alan Goikanis to head for home, The native of Tuscon, Arizona does the coaching at 3rd base, while the Griffs are at bat, then helps to make suggestions on what to do on certain plays for the team effort. He sits down with Coach Minnis before each game and works on a game plan to use. Coach Minnis feels that Godbout has added a lot to the baseball program at MWSC and will make an outstanding coach someday. 2 l77 CRAIG DRATH t t -r tt C - e - C -U' fk':L 'kkk N k.kk' - , 6 K v-'::k ' .1,.. C ' U i 5 I tt iw - t ' X: f' f X 'E f -e 3 ' ' f WL'g f:4 H J 1 Q X'h h . - -2:1 ' i,: s E . ..., , ,IL I , A g g mmVA . - SF X A is A..AA- -IVAV A is W Y ' I V is stake is 7 h at r e as l f N , W'-QNX mf head coach. Coach Minnis thought the team played outstanding defense and hit the ball hard, but most of the time it was at someone. He said that many key players only had an average season as compared to what they could do. The big problem for the Gold Machine could come next season as the Griffons lose 13 players off of this team. lt will mean that Coach Minnis will have to just about completely replace the infield part of the starting team. This all depends on what kind of recruiting year that Coach Minnis has. I will probably be on the road everyday during the summer to look at high school kids and junior college transfers, mentioned Coach Minnis. Singles and doubles were what made the Grif- fons go this season. Outfielder Mike Fish fabovel wraps one out with a big swing at the plate. With welcome arms, Coach Bill Godbout greets Randy Parker frightl after a great slide into third base. .l ' m5'ij3'.,L,M 'W My bfi-Q Q... After making the major decisions between a head coach and his assistant, Coach Bill God- bout talks things over with fleftl Tony Moyer before sending him up to bat. lf looks could get a player kicked out of a game, then Roger Van Vickie would be lbelowl in deep trouble. Van Vickie thought his slide into second was under the tag, but the umpire saw it another way. SWKJW S55 1. .fs Rick German transferred into the Griffon camp from Iowa State and brought with him the skill that frightj a veteran behind the plate must have step right into a starting role. Safe or out. The play was so close on fbelowj Tom Hoehamer that the umpire in this picture has not even made up his mind. All eyes are on home plate, as Randy Parker tries to slide under the tag of the catcher for Central Mo. State to score a big fopposite, abovej run for the team. What a way to earn a scholarship! Steve Ftezin iopposite, belowi at least got second base for all his trouble. 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' av l Qjo. - 5 0, 'n 4, ,gd tudent Government Association Student Why is the gym open so late, where did the benches come from, and how come the Rathskellar looks like a disco? These three questions can be answered by the Student Government Association along with the Student Senators. The SGA prompted by complaints from students sponsored free time in the gym, extending the hours from 10-12 during the week and 7-12 on weekends. They purchased benches for bus stops to be placed outside seven buildings and also inside of the Stu- dent Services Building. Combining a strobe light, mirror ball, and three spotlights these elements discorized the Rathskellar. On the educational side the SGA provided money for film arts series which contained eleven films on various subjects. They sponsored a bus to Springfield for the NAIA basketball playoff game and the Legislative Branch approved con- stitutions for four new clubs. On behalf of the students Larry Smith Director of the Physical Plant, was contacted concerning the snow removal which proved fruitful when easier sidewalk access to classes was obtained. They presented Dr. M. O. Looney with a suggested pre- registration plan also due to student complaints. ln the future the SGA hopes to in- stall a telephone recording of the weekly events to keep students on top of happenings. SGA: fseatedi Keith Evans Vice-President, Chuck Brandt President, fkneelingt Shirley Fuller. tfirst rowt Barry McDonald, Randy Maley, Bob Kottman, Cynthia Bowland Finance Chairman, Kurt Killen Legislative Chairman, Pam Sumner Academic Affairs Chairman, Mike Kostroske, Bill Popa, Arif Haider, Nancy Lamar. fsecond rowi Robert Compton, Randy Lincoln, Charles Hayes, Mark Sponaugle, Conroe Cook, Kristin Munkirs Secretary-Treasurer, Brent Hendrix, Steve Maberry. tNot shown: Rita Tofflemire, Student Affairs Chairman.i The Cultural Events Committee who planned educational, informational, and entertaining programs was headed by Dr. James Mehl, Chairperson of the Humanities Department. Presenting persuasive statements of compromise to the committee during a discussion of a possible future event. i e 2 2 t 4 1 Nerf' YL' iSeatedl Pam Carter, Kathy Willis, Vickie Lombardo, Joni Forrester, Karla Pollard, K. C. Stanley. tStandingl Nathaniel Woolford Ill, Gary McGuire, Mark Ausmus, Courtney Pullen, Ed Hernandez. To make It happen you must carefully think things out. Courtney Pullen, President of the College Center Board listens closely to discussions on possible events for me coming year. The CCB allocated some of their funds for cultural events during the 78-79 year. College Center Board The College Center Board is a stu- dent controlled group. Planning events for the majority is what they do and plan they did. There were numerous dances in- cluding the Ice Breaker, Sweetheart, Homecoming and discos sponsored by individual organizations. Head East, Jean-Luc Ponty and Wet Willie along with Morningstar provided the atmospheres for some together con- certs. Students spent an evening with Mel Blanc as he presented characterizations, some of his most famous such as Tweety and Sylvester, Bugs Bunny,andYosemite Sam. Michael O'Dowd returned to campus with his popular magic show as did E.S.P. via Gil Eagles. A program on the JFK assassination, songs in the College Center from a folk group, and many films such as The Goodbye Girl, Which Way ls Up, Oh! God, Young Frankenstein, Saturday Night Fever, and Looking for Mister Goodbar were the forms of entertainment provided for students. This mountain of events seemed like an enormous amount of enter- tainment for the eleven member CCB, and if any of the members were to be questioned about the time spent on decisions and detail, then the mountain of work that had to be done would dwarf the gigantic product carefully presented to the student body. The job of College Center Board President is a very demanding and time comsuming job, Courtney Pullen, CCB President states, but I basically enjoyed it. I have learned a great deal about people and business in general. In my opinion, the CCB did a particularly good job this year, taking into consideration the wide diversity in tastes and ages. I have finally reached the point that I am optimistic about the future of MWSC. The efforts of the CCB may oc- casionally be criticized by some, but the fruits of their endeavors are ap- preciated by many. Griffon News The Griffon News closed its 55th year of production with a series of 31 issues. Under the leadership of Editor Byron Golden, the newspaper re-examined its goals and re- defined its directions. The result is the following public statement of these refinements. There's something special about college life. There is excitement generated by the interaction between inquiring students and dedicated professors. There is vitali- ty in students who are committed to making their dreams come true and who are governing themselves dur- ing the process. There is deversity in the combination of young and old, of married and single and of campus residents and commuters. THE GRIFFON NEWS will reflect the enthusiasm and energy of life un- ique to this campus. It will report the news professionally and free from bias. Stories featuring campus per- sonalities, activities and interests will be published regularly, with special emphasis on those which uplift or enhance life. THE GRIFFON NEWS will en- courage responsible readers to use its editorial pages to speak out and express opinions. Believing that the interests of students extend beyond Downs Drive, THE GRIFFON NEWS will be alert to the greater community of which is relevant to campus life, and prompting cooperation and good will. THE GRIFFON NEWS sees its role primarily as a disseminator of information, and as an entity suppor- tive of the college and its governing bodies, both administrative and stu- dent. lf, however, THE GRIFFON NEWS feels that MWSC campus life could be improved by change, then it will - it must - speak out for that change. Written by students, THE GRIFFON NEWS strives for ex- Decisions, decisions and more decisions must be made for ad placement and design. Advertising Sales Manager, Carol Mabry and Editor Byron Golden carefully consider resolv- ing the problem. Associate News Editor Marilyn Speers checks possible photographs used for an article as another staff member works dilligently in the background. g- Photos by DAVE CONNETT q 1 l 'N its K 1 Working on a layout for the sports section is Sports Editor Chris Features Editor Debi Ford, slowly places a border on the edge of a Hamilton. Chris edited, designed layout and planned stories while enjoy- feaillfe 5f0l'Y- GfIff0n News AUVISOF Mary Dfummond CVIGCKS another ing some great sport action. P399 in the baCkQf0Uf1d- Editor Byron Golden, Associate News Editor Marilyn Speer exchange ideas as they look over the article before final placement is .Eg made. I Q i cellence in content and production . 2 while providing those involved in the 1 2 'Mr process with an experience in the 5 . . . . 3 freedoms and responsibilities of the press. J l89 was l-2'fsffif?tfr- Agriculture Club is The Agriculture Club went to a Royals Baseball game to begin the year. During the Homecoming week they received second place in the float division with Popeye as their theme. Other Ag Club Activities included a field trip to St. Louis for a tour of the Purina Company, to south Missouri for a canoeffloat trip, being judges for FFA and 4-H shows here at MWSC and sponsoring a Las Vegas raffle with American Marketing Association - these Aggies did not back off. They staged their annual Ag Week iaWffi1tE:'1iff1'fi'iL1f l M:5f ?1:i -5' 5..'Z2tQ5fi3??fl?tXffsm,E571Zi-1sigfgtsxyfti..15',,.ggs21ssfe:ggg tzgmgegfqtgigfr-gre.ig. 's i 17.2553325.?,g1,,Qtgigqtt,,gg..fg:'.:,fi 'at:itzftsig,gfgr,4agtsQg?sats Iii? 5:75 'ff I I ' if 5 '- .- f ' fi ' ' i- AGRICULTURE CLUB: Uront row, Cindy Lewis, Judy Stephens, Joanne Mason, Loma Allen, Lisa Myers, Kendall Misemer. Qback row, Joan Alden, Tambula Gastineau, Jeff Elliot, Advisor Glen Easter, Keith Conrad, Raymond McNeelly, Dan Elliot, Vern Hart, Rod Fry and Steve Mayberry. -WA' complete with olympics and got in- volved in the Multiple Sclerosis Toga Party. The Ag Club year with a banquet they presented scholarships and Glen Klipenstein manager for Hereford cattle was the guest speaker. -5' .kt ..., .. . 755. 12215 jwgqff T f wg- .ne-..el. eff-fsf:f11e1tlse11 wie.:4esgl3vwl5,1s151,tggg- U .c,fl..fA-target 7r3 ?Ei3?tEs5??ii--E-f 1:51-fag--,S 'iiESt5TVYEkr!9'afff .. 252555 .f..r.f5,fe..w,. Q ,--, M 53, 5 -!fff'z:f2i3?54iiQ-filf ' f. '- O Q 675 P QI fl 'K I Efl An important part of PBL's program was sponsoring a Junior Achievement project. PBL member Mark Anderson fabovel, observes JA achievers as they carry out product manufacturing by constructing aluminum can lamps. W ...1 The Phi Beta Lambda National President Mark Barth tbelowl spoke to Missouri chapters during the membership induction service. He told the PBL members of the progress national officers have achieved and outlined a program of work. 5,26 n 1 w,mf3'3W A ' l 1 K I I I l Phi Beta Lambda By CAROL MABRY The MWSC chapter of Phi Beta Lambda set attendance records in the fall when 8O !o of the members arrived at the State workshop in Jefferson City. Mike Hoffman was elected State Reporter!Historian during the session to succeed Mike Hartig, a chapter alumni. Energetic members Mark Ander- son, Becky Orr, and alumni Robin Crawford served as advisors for the PBL sponsored Junior Achievement company. The Beta Brites company which manufactured aluminum can lamps was among five companies nominated for Company of the Year . This was the seventh con- secutive company to be sponsored by the chapter. PBL is the only non- corporate sponsor participating in the program. Distinguished business speakers, fund raising activities, service pro- jects, and conferences dealing with topics from free enterprise to leadership development, provided PBL members with varied interests in business and the opportunity to explore career choices while developing professional skills. AMERICAN MARKETING ASSOCIATION: Hoselton, Dennis Spalding, Larry Peregrive, tfront row, R.L. Kelley, Jerre Johnson, Chuck Mark Anderson, Linda Smith. Not pictured: Hazelwood, Barri Hodgin. isecond rowj Spon- Craig Elford. sor Mike Septon, Rhonda Miller, John STUDENT ACCOUNTING SOCIETY: Ulrat rowj Karen Brazzell, Elaine Brock, Cynthia Bowland, Avis Cunningham, Barry Greenwald. taecond rowy Lisa Keifer, Sharon Greene, Diane Walz, Ken Farnan, Roger Cramer, Keith Johnson, Mary Lou Zuptich, Richard Kirkendoll. tthlrd rowi Gary Dilley, Nancy Roberts, Debbie Perkins, Teena Webster, Tim Rooney, Rick Williams, Ken Myers, Steve Eckert, Danny Brown, Dave Eckert. Not pictured: Tammy Riddick, Susan Day, Marilyn Speer, Darcy Burton, Kathleen Askren, Marc Evans, Dan Holleman, Jamie Galloway. American Marketing Association The campus chapter of the American Marketing Association got into the swing of things early this year. Members of the club played a key role in getting the homecoming celebration off the ground by par- ticipating on the public relations committee. This committee worked closely with Dean Hoff to provide publicity for Homecoming. The American Marketing Association's entry in the Homecom- ing parade won first place in the decorated car division. Other activities sponsored by the American Marketing Association in- cluded a Marketing Symposium, a field trip to Kansas City and a raffle for a trip to Las Vegas. Their year concluded with the annual picnic and election of officers. Student Accounting S-ociety - The Student Accounting Society's big event for this year was spon- soring the annual Accounting Day. This year the Society brought professional accountants to campus. Guest speakers for the event were Steve Hoffelcker, the District Direc- tor for the Internal Revenue Service, Joe Herschewe, James Parker and Bill Zimmerman, all local professional accountants. During the Fall semester, the Accounting Socie- ty had the honor of being the largest business club on campus with ap- proximately thirty members. Other highlights for the Student Accoun- ting Society included a third place win in the Homecoming decorated car contest, the annual Christmas party at the Knights of Columbus Hall and a trip to Tiffany's Attic in the Spring. Part of the emphasis for Accounting Day was to present a look at professional accountants and some of the problems that they have with their work. Joe Hershewe, auditor, James Parker, CPA, and Bill Zimmerman explained how they handled difficult situations. 'NS American Marketing Association members got into the swing of this year's 'cartoon capers' homecoming parade theme with their award winning Mickey Mouse entry. AMA members were also active in planning other events for this year's Homecoming. ,J Merril JOURNALISM CLUB JOURNALISM CLUB: fback rowy Lynda Venneman, Juli Pugh, Sheryl Duffy, Byron Golden, Jim Smiley, John Carmody. Uront rowj Jeff Walkup, Londa Garrick. Communication - a big word, and an even bigger task to ac- complish. But the Journalism Club did their part to get the message across to MWSC students, high school students, and the community. Early in the semester, journalism club members helped in the plan- ning of the events for the Homecom- ing by having some members serve on the publicity committee. Along with members of the American Marketing Association and other clubs, this committee handled the advertising and promotional cam- paign for the annual event. ln addition to the work that was done in planning the activities, the Journalism club entered a car in the parade, and sponsored Cindy Totten for Homecoming Queen. Work also began in the fall for Missouri Western's first annual Com- munications Day, an event that was John Carmody sponsored by the Journalism Club and The Department of English and Modern Languages. Com- munications Day brought over three hundred college and high school students together for an informative day that included Michael J. Davies and Dr. John Gilgun as the Keynote speakers and a series of workshop sessions that dealt with virtually every aspect of careers in com- munications. The Journalism Club concluded an eventful year with the annual awards banquet held at the blue room of the Patee House Museum. Driving a car in the Homecoming parade flower lefty may not be the most original idea, but it provided a different view of a parade for Jim Smiley, Linda Garrick, Dennis Strube and James Landrus. Carol Mabry tbelowi was one of the club's key members when it came to fund raising activities. Turnout for the SGA election tbelow lefty debate was slim. Byron Golden and Pat North were instrumental in planning the event. Film Literature was a pop- ular class with many journalism students. Rich Matzes and Blaine Hipes tabove lefty get ready to take a look at John Mier's version of The Graduate. f sig-was ., 335' 'ascites .rf ea- , 1: 5 ff Flg:'f sa s. 15545 .4Ef65' 1 X' r 'Alix in ,Q . 5 . .i :H i of S gi: if cfs gsgp W , ' 'gil tif ! it R J J gli 5 115, K f + .uilnn'i'f, T ft ' slums p I 1 ,Q weak! 9 N' I My gg 1 J' 53 , X ft N3 4 si ., , IJ' 2! gggg, Q32 1 . 1 5 f -X s K ti - f rss M . -. - is ' .l , 5 351 Sig sf . ' ,fa KF ' Iffjg i 1 gifs, 'YM f P -1 K ..- A l s. ' z... .,.. ,wwe . ...t., .,. . ..,.,.q 5 ybu , iq. b tt gg Judo Club Need self confidence? Join the Judo Club. Along with providing one with physical activity, this is one of the club's objectives. Practicing the martial arts, members participated in several tournaments throughout the Midwest in such places as Kansas City, Missouri and Omaha, Nebraska. The winners from these contests went to Long Beach, California in March. The club's primary purpose was to build up the body and speed up coordination and balance. Members have demonstrated they can use their bodies to perform a highly developed art. MARK WATKINS These students demonstrate an over the shoulder throw which requires skill and concentration. 7. G WX W' is D. .,. . K ,W ax 55'-' C V wild-sES':,a.'g9 t j 'E k 'Q fi: ':5 '::h 3',5V::' 12' '::Q1'EExQ55:E?5,::i'1:2 ,, '-5111 t, .. - ,A :?:iEEEE'i?Ei.II,3g:': . A X A K 'X . if 5 I 3 K ,,,,,W,W,,,..w MARK WA instructor Yu concentrates on students' positions, form, and follow-through as they execute a kick during practice. 'I it 1 3 Y . 1, M5 14' Z Q JACK MC BEE Sigma Tau Delta: lseatedi Jerome Maag, Kate Myers, Blaine Hipes. lstandingi Charles Gerber, Emmett Sanders, Tammy Glise, Mrs. Isabel Sparks sponsor. f Sigma Tau Delta Take a lady who is a member of the National STD, Sigma Tau Delta board, add honorary English Frater- nity and you have a prestigious organization - Sigma Tau Delta. This club consisted of students who were English majors or had taken two courses of English beyond the minimum requirements. They are the superior achievers in the fields of literature andfor writing. This past year they held several second-hand book sales and tried a new, popular hotdog sale. Sigma Tau Delta Members were active in many campus activities. Blaine Hipes Qlefti served as the copy editor for the Griffon Year- book staff. JOHN CARMODY ftront row! Dan Holleman, Marta Black, Dena Bower, Janet Wake. fback rowy Michelle Ward, Myron Daldrup, Rosemary Hoffman. Le Circle Francais Le Circle Francais helped in- terested students in learning about France and the French customs. Doing exactly that, members par- ticipated in caroling during the Christmas season. They visited a home for the retired and native French speaking people during their night of song. In order to acquaint French Club members with European Customs, a young French man visited the French classes and attended an in- formal meeting with the club members. Forensics Society Pi Kappa Delta or the Forensics Society as it is usually called attend- ed a number of tournaments throughout the year. Among those tournaments were state and national competitions. The club is concerned with current events and expanding educational horizons and abilities of its members.The Forensics Society has captured seventeen trophies and hope for more from future com- petition. Other activities they par- ticipated in were judging high school competitions and speaking for the Optimist Club. Forensics Society: Uront row, Rita Dupree, Dennis O'Brien, Michelle Humphrey, Pam VanHorn, Lisa- Rice, :Jan McQueen. fBack row, Ron Wagner, Theresa Baker, Nancy Becerra, Bob Papisan, Mike Easton, Gale Humphrey, Bruce Garren. Nasvifiuti JOHN CAFIMODY lFIrat rowl Chuck Bruffy, Cissy Kott- man-Secretary, Dan McCann, Freda Sim- mons, Carolyn Wrap, Dr. Galloway-sponsor. Qsoeond POW, Liz Maynard, Marc McGuinn-Vice-President, Bob Compton, Steve l-lower-President, John Hansen, Byron Foster-Treasurer. Club Biology Combining biology and canoes, the Biology Club traveled to Bennett? Springs, Missouri for their annual canoe trip. Money making projects included a bake sale and a raffle, the grand prize being a bicycle. The Biology Club sponsored several speakers and enjoyed many movies during the year. DAVE CONNETT fsoatody Michelle Ward-Secretary, Janet Wake-President. 1StandIngj Brent Headrix-Vice-President, Steve Deaton, Charles Hayes tNot shown! Sheldon Snook, U b Gary Chambers, Steve Dale. BEN WEDDLE 1 BEN WEDDLE The Pre-Law Club tformerly Political Science Clubj went to a model United Nations Conference in Cleveland, Ohio. They had several speakers on campus including former MWSC graduate Dan Radke. They purchased a series of Law School Admission Test tapes with money from the SGA and donated these to the library. Western Athletic Association The Western Athletic Association Qformerly Women's Athletic Assoc.j filled their second year with many activities, money making projects and sports. At the beginning of this year they sold football programs at all home games. By selling ads for these programs they became aquainted with their sponsors andlor fans. These young ladies also sold refreshments at men and women's basketball games. Getting into the school spirit paid off very well for this club. They spon- sored a candidate in the Homecom- ing Queen contest and had a car in the parade. Their candidate Alison Winter, made it to the finals. To prove to everyone that this club is stocked with beauties, they again, sponsored a candidate in the Sweetheart Contest. Ms. Stephanie Miller made her club proud as she, too, became a finalist. They hold meetings on various days and times. This is not an easy task to do since they usually had to schedule around meets, games, and classes. One familiar face at a meeting was MWSC's own Ken Hawk, Vice-President for Business Affairs. He spoke on the financial aspects of college athletics. The sponsors who double as coaches were Rhesa Summerll and Debbie Bumpus. Informal dinners were held at the coaches' houses to let the new faces get aquainted and also provided the setting for women's athletes to get to know each other. On May 10, at the Hoof and Horn Steak House the WAA bid farewell to the seniors, presented awards and letters and announced new officers, at their annual banquet. This ended a busy and eventful year but since three is a charm their third year should be great, so look out for WAA. gamwwv if 'film is 'mf if Y, A yy 2 , A ft BEN WEDDLE These young ladies, Sara Nolte, Chris Sumrell and Brenda Keller, with other members of WAA planned activities and operated refreshment stands during basketball games. The cups were ready and so were Trish Falls, Julie Evans and Martha Lesmeister as the crowd descended on them during halftime. BEN WEDDLE Intramural Staff Planning, organizing, and dividing time for various intramural sports kept Judy Kottman, Sally Phillips, Christy Laughlin, Dave Cook, and Jeff Crockett ibelowl busy. A group of men, women, and a director: plan, organize, and coor- dinate events and various sports for fun . This group is called the ln- tramural staff. A new face on cam- pus is Nancy Thomas, director ofthe Intramural Staff. She admits there are problems, and has adjusted well to her duties. Despite the participa- tion level being down, this group planned numerous activities for everyone interested in any sport or type of recreation. They started the year off with flag football, tennis, a turkey trot, a trap shoot, volleyball, tpower and recreationall, table tennis, and miniature golf. These sports were for men and women and some events included coed teams. Later in the year, wrestling, basketball, bowling, a goldfish swim, ice-skating, badmit- ton, softball, a golf tournament tdirected by Jack Bidding at Shady Lanei, and a new attraction: a free- throw contest, kept everybody ac- tive. Each event was directed by one of the persons on the Intramural Staff acting as a manager. The manager was in charge of arranging all schedules, filling out forms, and making sure their event went smoothly. The other staff members participated as helpers. To deter- mine who was manager, Nancy RICHARD MATZES Thomas chose the person that was most interested in that particular Sport. This year they had meetings with various team representatives to dis- cuss problems and ideas. Also, there were some disputes as to the rules of certain games. By giving each team copies of the rules, this problem was eliminated. The winning teams received points for participation and t-shirts for that particular event in which they won. The Intramural Program at MWSC will continue to be productive with Nancy and the students participa- tion. 4 ffm ev M A ' Music Educators' National Conference sf--M Ye fl' Rx. X Ar' -sl i MENC: lAbovel lfront rowl Denise Shellhorn, Karen Heyde, Deidre Haage, Kevin Bokay, MaryAnn Humphrey. Tom Engel, Candy O'Donnell. lsecond rowl Julie Osborn, Phil Fink, Charla Johnson, Charles Adams, Kenny Shawe. lback rowl Chuck Bruffy. Valerie Clark, Lori Schellhorn, Cindy Cole, Donna Bollinger. PSI ALPHA OMEGA: lbelowl lfront rowl Phil Wann, Joyce Johnson, Claudia Walters, Susan Karel. Sponsor Jerry Ison. lsecond rowl Gary Vernon, Elaine Rosenauer, Larry Wright, Dale Schneider, Courtney Pullen, Debbie Drissell, Steve Hinman, Mary Prater. 3-X 4 ffi'4Qw ' CRAIG DRATH Psi Alpha Omega iqglhlv X 'Wit' BSU: ikneelingl Fran Sherron, Nedra Wilburn. isecond rowl Eileen Thomas, Sunday Owairu, Jeff Adams president, Deidre Haage fine arts chairperson, Gail Buckles, Terrie Norris. ithlrd rowl Becky Sanders missions chair- man, Chuck Harvey, Diane Richey, Susan Smith, Jennifer Newton publications chair- man, Adele Garrison, Dan Kampn. ifourth rowl Richard Sklenar, Paul Lewis, Heidi Hoeker, Phil Fink. Ftaydena Kallenberger, JOHN CAHNIODY T O fl T. ' Om Wen OS - - I Baptist Student Deidre Haage found being crowned queen was a great way to start off Homecoming ac- tivities. CINDY lUl I E. The Baptist Student Union started their year off with a trip to Glorieta, New Mexico. They were among ap- proximately 3,000 young people at this week long retreat. A Howdy Par- ty featuring Fiay Hildebrand welcom- ed everyone back from summer vacation. The BSU sponsored a talk on Why Live the Christian Life'? , by Dr. Jimmy Albright and a concert featur- ing Paul Smith. Every Tuesday night a meeting was held and later in the week on Thursday, free luncheons were provided from 12:30 to 1:15. The BSU sponsored dormitory rap sessions and bible studies. BSU had a Valentine's Day Ban- quet on February 15, with Greg Smith in concert. During the spring break they rode bicycles from the Missouri River bridge to Hannibal T200 milesl to raise money for summer missions. This year the BSU sent Becky Sanders to Bangkok Thailand and Jeff Adams to Michigan as student missionaries. A highlight of this year was BSU member Deidre Haage, being chosen as Homecoming Queen. Christian Campus House John Graham, Dave Duley, Sheila Fletchall, Nina Lewis and John Martin campus preacher. JOHN CARMODY The Christian Campus House combined friendship and religion in an atmosphere where all denominations were welcome. On Tuesday and Thursday they provid- ed Bible Studies and on occasions had potluck suppers. They had a hayride, Brownrice and Faith in concert. Travels includ- ed two retreats in Joplin and the Lake of the Ozarks during the year. This organization gave students a chance to fulfill their religious needs and have a good time. NEWMAN CLUB Let's roll! Skating is what it was all about. The Newman Club made it happen with a skating party at the B 81 J Skating Rink during November. They also raised money and sent clothes to a mission in Kentucky, MO during Christmas time. Despite the cold weather they still continued their activities. On March 1, the Newman Club assisted by the Cultural Events Committee spon- sored author Rosemary Haughton. An author of 30 publications, she began her career by illustrating and writing books for children. She has no formal education or degrees. Her audiences range from school children to theologians with a readership just as wide. Author Rosemary Haughton received a warm welcome from Father Xavier and Newman Club members. JOHN CARMODY tFlrat rowy: Paul Rasmussen, Nancy Lamar, K. C. Stanley, Rita Tofflemier, Mary Kay Ulrich. taocond rowj Tom Eiberger, Father Xavier, Campus minister and sponsor: Geniva Ott. Sue Becker. Mary Lyn Wiedmaier, Lori Lesmeister. qthlrd row! Dr. Frank Kessler, sponsor: Steve Klscoan, Martha Lesmelster, Kirk Killen, George Ott, and Jania Keogh. JOHN CARMODY S ...Ty Numa, 1,1 H89 Dorm The objective of the Dormitory Council this year was to provide something for everyone, and believe it or not, they did. 'Dorm Daze' started off the fall semester by trying to get everyone acquainted. Some of the 'Dorm Daze' activities included a giant mud slide, a banana cram, round robin volleyball and an obstacle course. If the crazy activities of 'Dorm Daze' were not your style, the Dorm Coun- cil also sponsored discos, scavenger hunts, pizza parties and a casino night for the gamblers. In addition to these events, the Dorm Council also sponsored the Chess, Jogging, Gun, Recreation, Card, and Sewing!Crafts Clubs: ln- dlvidualized tutoring and a weekly newsletter were provided for students. Mix f X 3 .- Q... 0 0 F as Q ,. .S 3 ,QW ' R.. K Council Officiating in me Mud slide comme cook assisted Kim Eastin during the far out Dorm CRAIG DRATH DORM COUNCIL: ttront rowl Pam Carter, Steve Maberry, Valori Mayor. fsecond rowl Dawn Blakley, Elette Harter, Maggie Cason, Marie Minor, Susan Allen, Joe Vlgliaturo. lback rowl Conroe Cook, Joy Sherard, Mark Sponaugle, Mark McGuinn, Charles McAdam, Mark Wilson, Jeff Shrout. lil INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ORGANI- ZATION: tseated on floori Tung Le, Koichi Oeno, Ben King. iseatedi Jot Sonuga tnot shownt, Mohammad Deghawi, Roswitha Damm, Linda Schaefer, Orawan Prasertyotin, Anies Rahman, Dan Holleman, Hossein Hosseinmardi President. fstandingi Davood Memarian, Nasser Memarian, Ken Shanks. Home-cooked meals prepared by Lois Sedge and club sponsor Daphne Johnston ibelowi helped foreign students at MWSC overcome the 'culture shock' that is a part of coming to a new country and trying to adapt its customs to their lifestyles. JOHN CARMODY BRAD MORROW International Students Organization The International Students Organization is composed of students from Nigeria, Taiwan, and Iran. This club planned various ac- tivities during the year which were in- tended to allow for a better oppor- tunity to get to know each other, and to enhance their experience and education of our culture. One such activity was a trip to Kansas City, where various sights were studied and examined by eyes not accustomed to things such as discoing teens at Pogos and the elegance of Crown Center. History of much of Missouri was seen and dis- cussed during their trip. These activities not only strengthen ties between countries, but create from solid friendships and opinions of our country that previously many had only heard about. The International Students Organization continues to provide great happenings for students wishing to learn more about the peo- ple, the customs and life at MWSC. ' t ' f A ' , , T , E ,, 4 M Z 8 Z 1? 5 2 ABC fseatedl President Clarence Morris tstandlngl Program Chairman Nathaniel Wof ford lll Secretary Derrick Bryant Treasurer Leland Young Michael Spencer Michael Higgins, Bon Martinez, Vice-president, Erwin T. Brown, Association of Black Collegians With the idea of uniting Black students a new club the Association of Black Collegians was formed Even though difficulty was en- countered while getting a constitu- tion passed ABC kept on keeping on. af-uf an -nf ,fx 19 'L'-A' -I' t N fssoc.. BlacKC.olie3ian Us We 'l?u5 They wasted no time in getting into the school spirit by building a float, sponsoring a queen candidate and participating in various other Homecoming activities. On the sports side ABC had an in- tramural football, coed volleyball, and basketball teams. To accommodate students' needs ABC had several discos during the school year featuring their very own Baby Boston . A new club on campus, Gamma Delta lota combined moneymaking and social activities with just plain having a good time. Some of the club's moneymaking activities in- cluded M8tM sales to raise money for their parties, and a fund drive for Multiple Sclerosis inthe Spring. The club sponsored discos in the dor- mitories and several all-school par- ties. Gamma Delta Iota was organized during the Fall semester by Kurt Killen and several other students from the dormitories who were con- cerned with the lack of social ac- tivities and decided to do something about it. The club was officially recognized by the SGA during the spring semester, and has plans to continue its tradition of just plain having a good time in years to come. GDI: ffront rowi Melanie Willis, Brenda Mahoney, Jim Wilkerson, Anne Holmquist, Raydena Kallenberger, Mike Bushnell, Don McCall, Mike Kasteoski. lsecond rowi Joan Holopter, Shelly Fuchs, Pam Sumner, Randy Best, Karen Ricci, Frank McCall, Jeff Dance, Kurt Killen, Siqvash Meskat, Scott Doyle. tthlrd rowi Terri Giles, Dave Shute, George Watson, Cindy Smith, Fiandy Maley, Tom Sav- ing, Darrel Fliley, Pat Williams, Jim Weeks. 91 JOHN CAFZMODY O3 Gamma Delta I t Pershing Rifles National Society of By JIM BEASLEY Photos by FELIX RENTERIA Have you ever wondered what makes people climb mountains, canoe in white water, schuss down powdery slopes, rappel a steep cliff, jump out of airplanes, or sleep in a swamp? Because it's there, right? Wrong again. Because it's FUN! The MWSC chapter of the National Society of Pershing Rifles is an organization that believes in hav- ing this kind of fun . But the P!R's are involved in other things, too. During the past year the Pershing Riflemen have been active in such things as the Special Olym- pics, March of Dimes, Bloodmobile, Muscular Dystrophy, and other charitable functions. Also this year, for the first time, members of Pershing Rifles were in- vited to several of the area high schools to present a unique and in- formative display and discussion. The display is entitled, The Evolu- tion of Military Rifles , and consists of a lecture, slides, and actual weapons from 1800 to the present day. Included in this noteworthy collection are examples of each standard rifle the United States has used from the musket to the M-16. Numerous foreign weapons are also exhibited. A discussion on America's role in the world and the individual citizen's role in America usually follows the discussion. The P!R's have been well received at all the high schools they have visited. These learning experiences, the humanitarian events, and the field training are what gives the P!R's its appeal. Anyone can benefit from this organization. And, although P!R's is sponsored by the Military Science Department, a student need not be in ROTC to be a member of the Pershing Rifles. All that you need is an interest in furthering your prac- tical knowledge and bettering your personal self. Fred Lunt, this year's comman- ding officer, put it this wayg Randy Kline assists a Central High School student in putting on her swiss seat in prepar- ing for rappelling. An ROTC unit tabovei moves unsuspectingly into a Pershing Rifle ambush in Bluffwoods State Park. Supervising the rappelling exercise on MWSC's west campus are Jack Brewer and Major Rob Sauve. The Pershing Rifles prac- tice a helicopter assault on the north side of campus. Pershing Rifle aggressors return from a FTX ffield training exercisej. What we've got to offer is something that no other organization on this campus can. We combine military training, socializing, and helping others to make the most of our selves. And when other's benefit from our help, it really makes you feel good inside. And isn't that where it counts? egg! ,V Q K E -...,,,,,,.-'Q'- The Outing Society The Outing Society: Uront row! Don Deaton, Roy Coyle, John Blake, Jamie Crippin, Dennis Patterson, Bill Bennett. Qsecond fowl Doug Schneider, Chris Silkett, Mary Sprake, Gail Ander- son, Kim Laney, Jan Burnett, Jennifer Magoon, Joan Turner. Qthlrd row, Dale Schneider, Ed Hernandez, Chris Sumrell, Like some real fun in winter? Join the MWSC Outing Society, a school-sponsored club organiz- ed in November. The Society was started to bring together peo- ple with a common interest in outdoor recreation. Its main purpose is to promote and develop an in- terest in outdoor recreation activities. Kim Laney, president of the Outing Soceity, organized the club under the supervision of Dr. Donald Deaton, one of the faculty sponsors. Other sponsors are Glenn Easter from the Agriculture Department and Dr. Karl Klose from the Carol Green, Marcia Knorr, Mike Magoon, Ethel O'Doniell Rusty. Uourth fowl Kevin Bolling, Danny Stanley, Dan McCann Cissy Kottman. Ulfth rowj Stan Heldenbrand, Glen Easter, Conroe Cook, Rev. Floger Day, Steve Hower. Mathematics Department. Guests and new members are always welcome, said Laney. The Outing Society met every first school Thursday of the month. A special program was planned for each meeting. ln February, for instance, Dick Gibson presented a slide series on underwater photography. Activities of the organization include winter fun events such as cross-country ski trips and ice skating. A rock-climbing trips are popular with the members. Other activities were held in outdoor parks and wilderness areas. 1 The Society sponsored activity clinics, membership discount at Camper's Chalet, speakers, parties and participation projects with qualified supervisors. The club also raised funds for the purchase of sports equipment. Promoting campus and community unity is ALARM: Uront, Dr. Drew Laudie. Uront row! Amy Corley, Jerri Fankhauser, Bill Bennett, Dennis Patterson, Chris Sumrell, Claudia Hulett. Qsecond rowy Bob Davidson, Dana Cote, Chad Murry, Gail Anderson, Mary Sprake, Trish Falls. tthlrd rowy another objective of the organization. Membership is open to anyone interested in the outdoors. Full-and part-time students, faculty, staff, family members and friends of the college are eligible. There is no age limit. Membership dues are S4 for the year. To date, the club has better than forty members. Brad Campbell, Ed Hernandez, Jeff Read, Cara Long, Jan Scobee, Kim Laney, Louis Diebold, Kirby Tatum. Uourth rowy Kevin Limle, Roy Coyle, Dan Krusemark, K.C. Stanley, Cindy Foster, Charles White, Richard Woods. P BILL BENNETT Association of Leisure and Recreation Ma'ors 6 Phi Nlu Sorority The Phi Mu Sorority had a good year. They raised money for their National Philanthropy, Project H.O.P.E. by selling pumpkin pops and having a bowlathon. They held a costume party on Halloween at Broadmoor Ball at the Ramada Inn, in March. Apartments. At the Peking Rendez- This dinner and dance combined vous they held a disco wine and with an awards presentation made cheese party. '79 a good year for Phi Mu. To finish up this year's activities they held the annual Pink Carnation Lambda Chi Alpha: Qflrst rowl Billy Mitchell, Steve Bachman, Tim Flint, Scott Sprague, Mike Sawsom Dan Reid. incond rowj Mike Hoffman, Joe Horn, Mike Danaher, Rick Euler, Dave Bruce, Paul Pioch Jerry Perkins, Mike Nichols. ithlrd rowj Keith Johnson, Jeff Lambrecht, B-illy Jackson, Randy Cooper, Fred Allen, Walt Rogers, Jim Lindsay, Mark Lundin. itourth rowj Joe Fitzgerald, Dennis Jirkovsky, Mike Buckner, Jim Smith, Mark Antle, Doug Brewer, Gerry O'Brien, Bob Jones. i JACK MC BEE Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity Rushing into September Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity participated in initiation activities and welcomed new members into their organiza- tion. The fall season brought the usual goblins, ghosts and witches in the haunted house typical of witchcraft. Lambda Chi assisted the Jaycees and also ran their own Haunted House. They held a barn dance, had a retreat, and took the children from the Noyes Home sledding during the cold month of December. The fraternity began the spring semester with a banquet and had their successful bloodmobile on campus. The White Rose Ball, Royals Ticket Raffle and another Chapter retreat all took place in April. The year ended with their an- nual pig roast, Greek Week, and a banquet. Some members attended the National Leadership Seminar in Memphis. Even though these young men Crescents kept busy sponsoring activities, they still had time for their little sisters, the Crescents. Also, plans are being made to build a fraternity house on the acre of land Lambda Chi owns at the corner of Riverside and Messanie. Very much alive, these young men leave no doubt as to why their frater- nity was top in the most active organization contest. iSeatedl Linda Lawson, Kristy Gibson, Teresa Goodlet, Sharon Barry. istandingl Shelly Weakly, Vicki Geissert, Nancy Martin, Nancy Waller, Judy Kottman, Danna Almanza, Cher Wasson, Dena Bower. 1979 was a banner year for the Sigma Kappa Sorority. During Homecoming week, Sigma Kappa was most active group, and awarded the first place trophy along with a S100 cash prize. They also succeed- ed in winning first place in the win- dow decorating contest and together with Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, won first place honors with their float, The Pink Panther. Social service activities for Sigma Kappa included monthly visits to the Green Acres Nursing Home. During the Christmas season the sorority sponsored a Christmas party com- plete with Santa Claus and gifts for all of the elderly residents. In addi- tion to Green Acres, Sigma Kappa helped sponsor a farm school mis- sion in Greece by sending clothes and money to the needy girls there. The sorority also put together several CARE packages that were sent underprivileged families in Asia. Sigma Kappa concluded an eventful year with their annual Violet Awards banquet in April. SIGMA KAPPA: lfront rowl Terry Hartman, Kathy Bond, Kathy Ramirez. tsecond rowl Shelly Weakley, Karla Swope, Vicki Geissert. Rita Tofflemire, Kathleen Heitman. lback rowl Diane Giannetta, Robbie Schnabel, Mary Sontheimer, Margaret Greub, Ida Schnabel, Linda Bachman, Mary Lynn Wiedmaier. Sweetheart Queen Margaret Greub enjoyed her own private moment of excitement after being crowned. She was sponsored by Sigma Kappa Sorority. DELTA ZETA: fseatedl Natalie Thompson, Tammy Baker, Marlye Wiggs. fstandingl Lin- da Ketchum President, Leanne Elder Sorority Secretary, Cherine Heckman Collegiate Director. The formal sorority rush provided an excellent opportunity for LeeAnn Elder to discuss the activities that Delta Zeta had planned for the year with rush candidate Laura Chavez. af ! i x Joim Fwio Joi-iN CARMODY Delta Zeta Sorority members returned to Missouri Western from their State Day Convention early this year with new ideas on how to make their sorority a more effective organization and with some fresh ideas for moneymaking projects. Delta Zeta members put their new ideas to work by sponsoring a can and paper drive to help support the School of the Deaf. The sorority also sponsored an all school backgam- mon tournament in the Ftathskellar. Delta Zeta concluded their year with the annual Rose Ball held in the spring. ltrr 229 TK E Little Sisters Tau Kappa Epsilon DAVE CONNETT Seated: Jeff Beyer, Jim Hoene, Ben Weeks, Marvin Fankhauser, tSecond rowl Scott Magee, Tom Glidewell, Chris Schultz, Steve Carrol, David Healey, Jeff McMurry, David Crumley. lThIrd rowj Dan Wieman, Tom Holmquist, Craig Patrick, Shaun Eckley, Pat Gillmore, Doug Hoskins. Kneeling: Peggy Curtis, Marilyn Fisher, Natalie Thompson, Tammy Baker. lSecond row! Maryann Gorsuch, Yvonne Walker, Kim Eastin, Tina Fankhauser, Marlye Wiggs, Diane Lacy. QThlrd rowj Lin- da Ketchum, Sheryl Altiser, Anne Holmquist, Terri Jiles, Brenda Thompson. DAVE CONNETT Seated: Kathy Brynes, Karla Pollard, Lisa Hanke, Rene McCreary, Debbie Smith, Cindy Hausman. QSocond rowy Chris Smith, Cindi McKinney, Lisa Brunker, Anita Neff, Sue Marris, Nancy Lund, Jill Miller, Cindy McMurtrey, Marg Mclntyre. Uhlrd rowj Marsha Harmon, Debbie Wenzel, Shelley Meadows, Shirley Zieber, Pam Beers. Kneeling: Brad Morrow. Seated: Tim Purvis, Bill Brickey, Randy Gould, Don Brunker, Rick Hamilton, Jack Swearingen. lThIrd rowj Mark Dryer, Dwight Naylor, John McKinney, Paul Pier- son, Jim Leverton, Dick Stanton, Mike Mayo, Doug Broyles, Mark Thompson, Robert Mclntyre. QFourth row! Mark Watkins, Rich Smith, Greg Waisblum, Allen Powell, Paul Hoffelmeyer, Bob McMurtrey, Larry Zieber, Kyle Reeder, Bill Baltezor, Tom Baltezor, Jim Hausman, QFlIth rowy Doug Brown, Mark Thomas, Jim Jeffers, Mark Campbell, Mark Ausmus, Mike Juern, Dave Brotherson, Dave Swartz. Sisters of the Golden Heart Sigma Phi Epsilon MAKING IT HAPPEN CLASSES Edited by SHERYL DUFFY DAVE CONNETT ww X X 4 GI! UATES We've been making it happen at Missouri Western . . Now we're going to get our chance to make it happen in real life. Robbie N. Atkins A.S. Criminal Justice Mark G. Bailey B.S.,B.A. Management Adrian D. Ballom B.S. Leisure Management Don Beavers B.S. Secondary Education Carol Rachel Beggs B.S. Elementary-Special Education Walter R. Blohm B.S. Criminal Justice Gary Lee Bogenreit B.S. Biology Delman Breit B.S..B.A. Management Elaine Brock B.S.,B.A. Accounting Alan Curtiz Bruning B.S. Tech. Electronics Engineering Dennis E, Chambers B.S. Construction Engineering Tech. Daniel D. Clark B.S., B.A. Management Mona Clayton B.S. Criminal Justice Conroe Anthony Cook B.S. Social Work Winnie Cooley B.S. Social Work Roger Dale Cramer B,S,, B.A. Accounting Cathleen Crotty B.S. Social Work Dan Edward Daley B.S,Business Administration Curtis L. Dean B.S., B.A. Accounting Management Jacqueline Decker B.S. Education Mary Teresa DeSirey 4 B.S. Elementary Education Terri L. DeWitt A B.S. Education iMathematicsl Daniel Drissell B.S.,B.A. Management Debbie Drissell B.S. Psychology Joan Eiberger B.S.,B.A. Accounting Robert Elder B.S. Education iPhysicaI Educationj Craig D. Elford B,S., B.A, Marketing Teresa Marie Fankhauser B.S. Education lSpeech!TheaterJ Kenneth Farnan B.S., B.A. Accounting Ruth Ann Farr B.S. Elementary Education James Ronald Archdekin B.S. Data Processing A.S. Retailing John Arendale B.S,,B.A. Marketing Management Kathleen A. Askren B.S. Accounting A.S. Data Processing 'Q A , X - i 1 X 'C.fE-Xi va ip-1- V ...a X It ,, . ,,,, ,,,, ,,,,,,15 ' A i:,'ijf1'i1gl,,3.-'Yr U U VVAA 1 ,..,,,,., ,. , iigg. ' ,fixff - 'L ' H I at 1, 4 'Ir W , . J, s L 'W' 2, , ,,, , M y 4 . v1A' 2 ft ' 'V - 'f,-25251--, 1-, , ,v.--ve.f:,,w,.,,,e-aff-,taxa m1:t21.a' . 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I A gf WM ,I --f' gi L' i' 'fifiefsi ww Q, f M7 a 4 ' ' , , Wi Q gg ' - fy ,y5,3Wy.- ve , 1,, Z.-If-V f , 1. wi ' 9 fi W jg , tics? 6:55, 1: ik, sf ' f , we 1 .if EQ! X Christine Felts B.S. Leisure Management Donald Reed Gaddy B.S. Education iPhysical Educationl Eva J, Gage B,A, Elementary Education Mary Beth Gardner B.S. Criminal Justice A.S. Corrections Gita Ghosh B.A. Biology Sheryl Gitthens A.S. Banking 8. Finance George C, Guidici B.S. Electronic Engineering Technology Tamara Sue Glise B.A. English Patricia Fay Goffeney B.S.,B.A. Accounting Barbara Goodlet B.S. Elementary Education William D. Graham B.S. Construction Engineering Tech. Carol Lee Green B.S. Physical Education Flegina Green B.S. Education tEnglishl Sharon K. Green B.S.,B.A. Accounting Steven G. Griffin B.S. Secondary Education iSocial Sciencej Harriet Ann Hamlet B.S. Elementary Education Belinda Sue Hannah B.S. Elementary Education Terry Hartman B.S., B.A. Accounting Laurie Hautzenrader B.A, Elementary Education Chuck Hazelwood B.S.,B,A. Marketing Stan Heldenbrand B.S. Electrical Engineer Tech. Karen Sue Heyde BS. Education fVocal Musicl Joyce Anne Hooten B.S.,B.A, Management Kim Allison Houser B,S. Leisure Management Jennifer Jagodzinski B.S. Education 1Social Sciencej June James B.S. B.A. Accounting Trona L. Jensen B.S.,B,A. Management Jerre A. Johnson B.S.,B.A. Marketing Keith Lee Johnson B.S.,B.A. Management Patti Joyce B.S. Physical Education Flaydena Kallenberger B.S. Business Education Ft.L. Kelley B.S.,B.A. Marketing Sharon Kay Kent B.S. Chemistry Richard John Kirkendoll B.S.,B,A, Accounting Allen Fl, Kline ll B.S. Criminal Justice Carol A. Laramore B.S. Data Processing A.S. Accounting Paul Allen Lewis B.A. Psychology Mona Kay Marshall B.S.,B.A. Management Mark Wesley Maugh B.S. Elementary Education Cathy Mavel B.S. Elementary Education Barbara Jo Mayes A.S. Banking 8. Finance Daniel K. McConnell B.S.,B.A. Management C. Marcus McGuinn B.A. Biology Jeffrey E. McMurry B.s.,B.A. Marketing Rhonda Gayle Miller B.S. Management A.S. Banking 5. Finance Willie Montgomery, Jr. B,S. Social Science Dee Neece Moore B.S. Elementary Education Michael A. Morgan B.S.,B.A. Accounting Ron Moss B.S. Elementary Educat Jim Muehlbach B.A. Construction Engineering Tech. Kenneth James Myers B.S. Data Processing Neta Suzanne Neff B.S. Biology Sherry H. Neill B.S. Psychology Gt Theatre Joyce Jean Newman BS Ed t' QB ' ssl . . UCB IOU USIFIS Jeanne L. Nicholson B.S. Accounting Data Processing Patricia North B.S. Political Science Cindy Lynn Osborn B.S. Physical Education Michael Alan Otto B.S.,B.A. Management Eddie Lee Parks B.S.,B.A, Management A.S. Marketing Sue A. Patterson B.S. Elementary Education S0lJTI'I OI: THE B0l2DEl2 If you talk about Spanish on this campus, then you will probably refer to Rob or Myriam Shell. This husbandfwife teaching team divides the work-load and makes up the sub-department of Spanish in the Department of English and Modern Languages. Dr. Shell, a linguist, concentrates on the instruction of grammar, while Mrs. Shell, a native Columbian, helps with reading and conversation. Outside the classroom, Dr. Shell is the coordinator of the foreign language classes. He also plans and acts as a guide for trips to Mexico. Mrs. Shell has sponsored trips to Mexico and Spain and is interested in the study of all languages. Dr. Shell's outside occupations in- clude building homes and playing the piano and organ professionally. The Shells have tutored individuals in Spanish, mostly businessmen who need the language for Spanish- speaking businessmen visiting St. Joseph. The Shells met while attending the University of Illinois. Dr. Shell started teaching at MWSC in the fall of 1970 and Mrs. Shell joined him a year later and they were married. Mrs. Shell taught at Bishop LeBlond High School for 6 years before coming to MWSC as a part-time teacher. The Shells love St. Joseph and the friendly atmosphere at MWSC. They plan to remain here. ip. s K ,ss ik. kt is. si sw- ff Melinda Ann Quigley BS. Medical Technology Vickie Sue Rainey B.S. Elementary Education Katherine A. Ramirez B.S,,B.A. Accounting Steven P. Rasmussen B.S. Elementary Education Rebecca Sue Raup B.S. Elementary Education Emmett Q. Saunders lil B.A. English Carol Jean Schleicher B.S. Elementary Education Kurtis C. Schultz B.S. Education iSocial Sciencel William Louis Seeger lll B.S, Electrical Engineering Tech. Joy Ellen Sherard B.S. Education iPhysicaI Education!Englishl Christine Louise Shreve A.S. Accounting James D. Smiley B.S,,B.A. Management Barbara L. Smith B.S. Elementary Education Linda L. Smith B.S.,B.A. Marketing Pattie Jean Smith B.S. Business Education Sharon Smith B.S. Elementary Education Timothy W. Smith B.S. Psychology Emerson H, Sollars A.S. Banking 8. Finance Mary Sontheimer B,S.,B.A. Management Dennis Dale Spalding B.S.,B.A, Marketing Wayman L. Spangler B.S. Construction Engineering Tech. Donna Jo Spencer B.S, Business Mary Lynn Sprake B.S. Leisure Management Janice Lenora Stark B.S.,B.A. Accounting Deborah Steinbrenner B.S. Chemistry Waunita L. Stephen B.S. Medical Technology Barb Swardson B.S. Elementary Education iSocial Sciencei Cynthia Marie Swindell B.S. Education tEnglishi John Szezepanik B,S. Psychology Ed Thompson B.S.,B.A. Marketing Denise Turner B.S.,B.A. Accounting A.S. Data Processing Linda Vanlandingham B.S. Elementary Education E, Dewayne VanPelt B.S. Electronical Engineering Tech, Shirley Vaughn B.S. Physical Education Teena Louise Webster B.S,,B.A. Accounting Christine Weddle B.S. Secondary Education iBusinessi Deborah Marie Wenzel B.S. Physical Educationi Richard E. Williams B.S.,B.A. Accounting Kelley Wilson B.S. Elementary Education iRemedlal Fleadlngl Roger Wayne Wilson B,A. Communications 7 UNDEIIGIZ UATES We've made strides toward achieving our goals. We are well on the way to fulfilling our dreams. Steven M. Abisch Brenda Adams Diana Adams Lawrence Adkins Garry Adrian David Albright Curtis Alexander Tahirih Alexander Fred Allen Lorna Allen Susan Allen Bradley Anderson Edward Anderson Gail Anderson Marietta Arango Norma Armstrong Elaine Atkison Debra Auxier Edward Bachman Suzanne Bachman Brent Baird Kent Baird Tom Baltezor Mary Jo Bangerter Laraine Banks Kevin Barnett Greg Barr Janet Barrows Sharon Barry Charles Barton Elvin Bashor Jr. Marchell Bashor Michelle Bauman Carolyn Beamon Denise Beck Tony Bender Anita Benton David Bibb Rebecca Bigelow Tim Bingaman Carole Bird Marta Black Dawn Blakely Darla Blazinski Rhonda Blottolfson Mila Blurton Tony Boeh Joy Boerning Carolyn Bogart Kathy Bokay Kevin Bokay Donna Bolinger Marilyn Boos Ellen Booth Deborah Borehers Steve Borgstadt f 9 Ai. . . .. X we X X H WE , I XT YB X' Sf g . 41.5 ..... at YP it as is ..tt. 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'wtf ,Q if t BE i. Matthew Burns GETTI G IIE F02 IIE LLIIT K-s 1 fs 'ff if ti 4533! By JULIE PRIEST Photo by CRAIG DRATH Mary Drummond is an associate professor of journalism and advisor of the Griffon Yearbook. Mary, as she is known by her students, is a native Minnesotan. She did her work in journalism at the University of Minnesota, which she attended un- der a Wall St. Journal Scholarship. As advisor to the publications staff, Mary believes in helping the students prepare for the real life in the world of mass communications. When Mary began as publications advisor in 1972, there were only a few newspaper and yearbook people on the staffs. This year over 100 are involved with student publications at Missouri Western. Since 1972, many students have gone through the publications program and Mary feels lucky to have seen them grow and eventually leave, hopefully a little better prepared to enter careers in jour- nalism or business. As an advisor, Mary sees her role as a consultant rather than a boss. She encourages students to become independent individuals. This is the only way leaders are made, she claims. As a diversion, Mary bowls on Wednesday mornings at Olympia Lanes. She once receiv- ed a trophy for Most Improved Bowler in her league-the closest, she says, she'll ever come to stardom. Roxanne Burnside Carrie A. Burton Robert D. Burton Mike Bushnell Jesse Buzzarp Mark A. Campbell Tim Campbell Robert Campton Linda Caniger Paul Cardner John H. Carmody Bill H. Carter Cheryl Carter Mary Kathryn Carter Pamela Carter Deborah L. Case Jeanice Caulking Michele Chambers Cathy Chaney Cheryl R. Chaney Steven Chaney Janette Chappell Jeffrey Chappell Andrea L. Chavez Darrel Christian Sharon Christian John Clark Valerie A. Clark Marilyn G. Coakley Julie Cole Greg Coletti Lynne Collier John Collins Kari Combs Paul Compton Mike Conard Keith Conrad Jim Constant Dana Cooper Jeffrey R. Cooper Brenda Coots Amy J. Corley Craig G. Corley Laura Cornell Eric Cote Donald E. Cotter Vickie E. Cotter Darrel Coy Juli Cragg Roseann M. Crawford Kurt Cross Diana Crouse Kim Crum David Crumley Patty Currin Marty Dale Jeff Dance Dave Daniel Debra Daniel Yvonne Daniel Carol Davidson Dale W. Davis Sherry Davis Michelle Decker Stephen Decker Tim Dishon Carl Dobney Craig Doles Lisa Dombrowe Bryan Douglas Kurt Dougherty at-1 exgfft ,, A,,,V 1' I is f x , if fr,, f . ft pf PQ . Wim F35 if Q 5 r agar , .vt t is. ..,.,,, , l l lx 46 ff? W f Q f wtf Q L ' ' . 67 X if v. 29: 'N A , at fi ' Q. 1 1 E f 5 ff 1 xx' A .fa,r.W,:y 1,9 ' Q ff 5 , , xt Q , .,.. . , . -5 y - fr 1 1. ,V f . . 3 , 1 it . 5 4, 5 wa v: A, 1 ,J ,nf ' , - ,ggxm ' ' S M, 11.1 .- V ', f ' r V, x 7. , M . A J 4 -t a , I ,, IJ .....,-.-,,- X wi fl V br'+ A 0 fv I Q .A ,' f5 'Wil Q, . -SLQ :1i '.XL,: I 5 A 'll 7 1' QQ XM K 3 6 W a in .3 , A , ts 1 5 I ae ,. ww 3 M t . a, 5 . ,X if it 4 A? 1 1 ff 'M it Q f ' ' wa , 2895 ,., ,. -,,. 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T , ' 1 f Darla Downing Scott Doyal Craig Drath Gary Duncan Grant Dunigan Dianna DuVall David Dyche Kimberly Easton Shawn Eckley Cathy Eddins Kelly Elam Craig Elder Amy Ellerbrake Mike Elliot Ronald Ellis Tim Ellis Ted Elo Denise Emery Mary Ann Endsley Thomas Engel Doris Engeman Ruth Ensly Jose Estrada Julie Evans Marc Evans Nancy Evans Ronald Evans Rosie Farleggs Mary Beth Farley Janice Farr Everett Fenwick Marj Finup Kim Fitzpatrick Kevin Flippin Lori Foley Cindy Foster Carla Frakes Mike Franovich Patrick Frazier Joyce Freeman Michael Frizzel Shelly Fuchs Janice Galloway Stella Garret Linda Garrick Lisa Gasper Tambia Gastineau Richard Gehrs Vicki Geissert Bernadette Gero Mita Ghosh Diane Giannetta Vincent Giannetta Debbie Gibson Kristy Gibson Martha Gibson Julie Gilliland Patrick Gilmore Alan Giokaris Patty Gomez David Goodlet Theresa Goodlet Janet Graber Dianna Graham Cindy Grayson Janet Greason Eddie Green William Green David Gregory Rita Gregory 0IVIEWl'l T 0f A CELEBRITY lt would appear that we have somewhat of a celebrity here at Missouri Western State College in our physical education department. While Dr. Terry is not a television or radio personality, he did help write a book and develop a program that is drawing quite a bit of attention. Dr. Terry came to Missouri Western from Texas A 81 M. He was hired specifically for his physical education concepts approach program. Dr. Terry receives letters Ronald Griffin Stephanie Griffin Pat Groom Ravin Grubbs Margaret Grueb Gary Gummig Deidre Haage Randy Haenn j ' Randy Haffey 6 Cindy Hagee , Lesleigh Haight S .1 John Hall Ti Randy Halterman Beverly Hamby : Jim Hamilton Daniel Hamrick Barbara Hanway Michele Hanway Dennis Harper Rodney Harris Lynn Hathaway X X has 5 sf 'r Q Q w T Tony Haynes Tom Heald Leanna Heath Donald Heesch Kathleen Heitman Eugene Henderson Doug Henry Bruce HGHSOH .1 ..: 'il 3 Laurie Henthorne :,,x' A i Denise Hert ' Karen Heumader f . Julie Hill Marlene Hills .5 .... Brian Hipes tx ft5islQt C . .SQ -'-'f- Loren Hirter . NHHCY Hise .ii Tammy Hiskey -ii fff, Jim Hoene L tj 5 L Heide Hoffman Michael Hoffman Bobby Holady ex - ' ' By KEVIN MCPEEK Photo by CRAIG DRATH from around the world from different schools and organizations that are showing interest in his program. Since coming here, Dr. Terry has advertised in several journals and magazines including the Missouri and Tennessee Journals of Health and Physical Education. He also has future commitments to put articles and advertisements in the California and Mexico Journals. In addition to all of this, Dr. Terry works closely with several local organizations like the YMCA and the YWCA, the March of Dimes and others. Dr. Terry is in the preventive health field and believes his program is good for people from 8 - 80. He feels very strongly about his con- cepts approach program. We are not trying to get anyone muscle bound, he says, just physically fit. l came here to Missouri Western just for this program, Dr. Terry said, and if it ever goes, probably so will l. -- ' A t r if I 'Mi . -, L: EJX x as I M N Sn? in ,xr x if N. 3' 'Q .. 5, .,,. 1 4. ,.:E P g E N. gr K ssl t W T if 2, . 2. tu , S if . A - 2 5 ki. . gh , R t jfaitjgg ,fslsgfif . gixfif .f K J RFK 4- my 2 5 ,psy x 5 S X X Q X A F xg X j x x A gf S 1 'fww as K Y. mf E fi t -Fifi-22 ,QQ Q-' W5 X W my 1 X X KS 5 Q X Q N' Neg 'Kgs X X fowl gg X ex ,N . . . R bww t E sh 1 lt' X lk ss ,5 Q W ' 03 i X 3 X ts L1L.- 5 ft 5 T ' . it .A-,AAi ft.,.l.i f - gg 1. lt- fl I ..-l inhuman .. -. Dr. Terry's relaxed manner of communication with his students puts them at ease during his class ac- tivities. It's this ability that makes Dr. Terry one of the favorite instructors in the Physical Education Depart- ment. Students taking his courses find that they learn not only subject matter, but about themselves as well. Some may be shocked by what they find out about themselves, and others may be rewarded by the findings, but no matter what, no one leaves his classes without gaining some knowledge about themselves that they didn't have when they entered. x x O QQx S -'X 'P f s 'mis . .. , ,. 5 tQ'tR .lf In if' Ps f? f Q fs, W' X - r- -.,'.,,f. 1 . . uk .: 1 ' H r-si s. ft. M , Q ' :Jai x. ' is- it -N 'W . - 1:5!f5?vF'i'v'e'i W .. if 'N 5 ' Leila Holaday Laura Holbrook Dan Holleman Debbie Holtsclaw Stella Hombeck 1 B .X ,. .. .a 5 ' fiimf-:'f. 'im522'5lf s 1 2. ' 1 . as s 'emi ' i fx? '. X. t , Q N- , ri ' AQ! i ' 4, VILL- ? .L if 5.-lf' a ll if f 'V s L.,f s ttf gs, Roberta Hoop Ed Hopkins Peggy Hoppe David Horner Robert Howell Steven K. Hower Ronnie Howerton Chuck Hughes Richard Hummer Gale Lynn Humphrey Bennie M. Hupp Judith Hurst Debbie Hutchcraft Nancy lmlay David Jackson Frank Jackson Jr. Shelley Jackson Sherri L. Jacobs Cindy L. Jahnke Janice Jenkins Charla Johnson Jill Johnson Malinda Johnston Joyce A. Jones Rita Jones Mike Juern Kevin Justice Michael G. Kelly Ann Kelso James Kerner Cathy Kerns Jim Kerns Marilyn Kerns Lisa Kiefer Lucinda Kimsey TINUES Tl'IE C LII GE Joe Vigliaturo is the coordinator for campus housing. He is an un- derstanding man of great stability and sensitive to the feelings of young people. He has to be. lt's his job. A job he's been doing well for three years. He considers the job a challenge and will stay here as long as it remains so. After graduating from here in By CATHY NOLL Photo by came DRATH 1975, Joe has assumed the position of housing coordinator and made a few changes. He added several ac- tivities to improve student relations. One of these activities, Dorm Daze, represents his finest efforts at breaking the ice for those dorm students who may find the first few weeks a little lonely. Joe's job does not always concern disciplinary action, rules and regulations. He still remembers the final event of Dorm Daze last year when he was hit from both sides by two pies and drenched by a five gallon bucket of pie filling. The challenge continues for Joe Vigliaturo. 4 Bill Kluender - Susan Knight , Don Koehnlein ' Patty Kopp L Judy Kottman I Mind Kottman ' Y Judy Kowalski .f 8 A V . ' 1 1-f ,,, J an . Nadine Kretzer Diane Kretzinger I ' Jana Krull Q Alison Kuehn Diane Lacy 4 , Jeanine Lam ga f 'gb Nancy Lamar gf if ll Karen Lammers Becky Latham Judy Latham Leslie Latham Gary Lawrence Richard Lee Martha Lesmeister Candace Lewis Carolyn Lewis Cynthia Lewis Nina Lewis Lauren Libby Liz Linford Allen Longenecker Mark Kincel Stephen Kiscoan Randy Kline .t mf-fi' 5 X In 6 t 'L A A - - A--them. - - . .:-:. , . .... tl. - H -' z ,- f-' sf i- ' t ssggtg Q 7: , 5 X we t GH , , , , x NE, K X t A- is -, -. if . - A 2 - 1 ,-a ussi X A X if xxx. X A f ga l s:-.iff -f 3 ,-.SK be 5 'SLI' ff X , , , I fm- si li 'J I 1 , 5 Lg. 5 t .IWW is my MA, 4 x f as lt .L ' .K ., .. A ' . 1 Q W tj, . a-'Rafi Q f. ft: f . I, W . . . Yi .Q As Housing Coordinator, Joe likes to engage in games of tennis with dorm students. He feels by interacting with students he is able to see their needs and try to meet them. Y' - : I ' Q be ff L2 J xc F, gy. X Sv A Ed Luke Nancy Lund Audrey Lynn Gina Leayn Losh A A N a s ,ff Qt i E Y Y 5. Carol Mabry Nancy Mabry Carla Mace Brenda Mahoney Calvin Malloy Merle Marks Nancy Martin Mike Matzes Charles McAdam Anthony McCall Carolyn McCarthy Roger McCarthy Bradley McCIurg Jane McKee Connie McKernan Richard McKernan Gary McKnight Raymond McNeeley Kevin McPeek Sam Mejia Marilyn Meng Steven Meyer Carol Middleton Theresa Milbourn Russell Miller Stephanie Miller Vicky Lynn Miller Catherine Minnis David Mitchell Mark Moor Brenda Moppin Cindy Morgan Dennis Morin Jennifer Morin Jennifer Murphy Chad Murry Kathy Myers Sue Nelson Janice Nesler Peter Newboid Chelyn Newby Donna Newby Jennifer Newton Richard E. Nichols Ramela Kay Nielson Reed Nixon Stephen Nold Cathy Noll Rick Norton Darlene T. 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Tammy Riddick Donald Ritchheart Peggy Robinson Dalana Rogers Becky Rouinas Robert Routh Theresa Ruddy Debbie Ruhnke Rebecca Russell Diane Salisbury Janetta Sample Lawrence Sanderson Lee Sauter Chris Schaefer Glen Schmutzler Ida Schnabel Robbie Schnabel Anita Schneider Mark Schneider Linda Schoefer Jan Schuster Jim Schwarz Janet Scobee Myra Sego Sharon Sensenich Jerome Seton Linda Shadduck Rhonda Sherlock Mike Shields Paula Shue John Shultz Patrick Shunan Bill Simmons Terry Singleton Richard Sklenar Charlie Slater Dave Slater Allison Smith Cynthia Smith lvan Smith Mark Smith Stephanie Smith Margaret Snyder Melony Soehren Joan Sormanti Doug Speak Marilyn Speer Mar Jean Spicer Kirk Spradling John Stamp Linda Steinman Judy Stephens Tom Stewart Linda Stonebraker Paula Strahm Milton Streck Pam Summer Dave Swartz Carla Swope Barbara Taff Bret Teegarden Eileen Thomas Kelly Thompson Natalie Thompson Randall Thompson Jolene Tiemeyer Jeff Todd Jody Ulrich Janet Van Scholack Sharon Vette Sonie Vey Kurt Volz Traci Waisblum , 1 .A s ., . ,,.:Q 5 ' Lanny Wake ..:.. , ,-, fs Charles Walker ' 'E '- N '1 f., :I' f -'B' Q W 5 Jeffrey Walker - g ffm r , if Fix' , k,, .: 5 X. Lf- I ,J Jennifer Waller ,,.' 3 1 , . L NS:- Jim Waller laae 3 . Lf - fi I A 5 'Q Cindy Walser X iiff fif ' ,W si Mary Walter 'NX fx may 5 A , , 55 , si r '- - , .1 . -I Vi f ,l,g.fi't Fred Walters ' , . Diane Walz X K if lik Richard Ward f.. . David Warford X Jerry Warren 'fi' Vickie Warren f :: 5 3 Dave E. Weber A f - i N 'f X ix X. PL YI G l:0l2 f0l2'l'Y By DENISE SIMS Photos by JIM SMILEY He drives around in a Corvette. He's single, in his mid-thirties, and attractive. Or perhaps you know the other man-CPA, tough professor, no easy mark! lt's fairly easy to draw conclusions from the obvious, but only half truths can come without talk. Barry Greenwald makes inter- viewing a pleasure. He is charming, down to earth, open, easy to get to know. It was easy to see why so many students like him. His active role in many student organizations brings him into close contact with many more students besides the ones he sees in his accounting classes. Barry is faculty advisor for Lambda Chi Alpha, the Accounting Club and Students for T.M. lTranscendental Meditationl. He is also a practicing CPA. , ln short, he likes students, student activities, and the opportunity to get involved with students on campus. He believes in what he's teaching and he does that well. Doing things well is hard work, and Barry's self-proclaimed motto is 3W Y' Work for four, play for forty. He feels you have to work hard to achieve and reach your goals in life. One of his goals in life was to own a Corvette. Now he owns two. He wants to be an example to his students, he wants them to find life as exciting as he does, so in all his efforts he feels communication is a necessity and the key. As a CPA, he tries to make his classes more realistic by bringing his business world into the classroom. He feels students have to be able to relate or learning becomes meaningless, a bore. And Barry's classes are far from boring. That's because he is aware of the student needs, enjoys what he's doing and puts forth all of his efforts to stay good. When you see Barry, you recognize him, stop and talk to him. He'll be excited to share with you. Barry believes MWSC is a good school because it is still small, a commuter school. Most students are working and their life on campus is more realistic because they are out in the world facing everyday problems. Barry wants to be an example for his students. He is. lift' 1iltlunaei5':r.Jn-wig , -ly... V VND V, .sf W ---.vu-we ..... A . -, N,,... V .. .. W-,,,.... ii K- WWW Mimsss..-MVV M .2 A V X - A VV . David P. Weber i Q Ben Weddle i it i .... ..,. ' W T ' Regina WeiSS . it John Welborn f i Linda Whiffofd 1 , I David wniiiock 'Q' I ' ' X Brad Wickham xx f f ' 4 ,,.i .-'. 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A VB! f y f A ,, 1 ,ff ff 1 ff f 1 , x.,. 4 , , f ff ef, ? sf , X 4 ' 2 1 MW 4 7' 4+ 1 W f f K f 4 ff ff 5 f Q 1,3 Img: M ., ,,.,,, ww gffffff' ,U ev 'VZ 1 ff: 1' if 154 2 5 f 4 V, , f T ff f' f7 Y 24 ff, 1 19 3, f K if f if 4 4' cf l 5225 49' 4 9' 5' 4 , Y XJ 'ff 'ff' 1164 I J fi C' ,, if :gr 4 5 ,SX im F RMER'S STATE Friendly, courteous service with two convenient locations. John R. Gibson Marilyn Rajca Carolyn Sampson Debbie HarQiS JOYCE Cfonef Fashions fads By PATTIE SMITH Photos by CRAIG DFIATH Moods and occasions dictate styles that vary as broadly as the contemporary fashion spectrum for Mr. and Ms. College Student alike. Fashion is very important to students at Missouri Western, and the large selection available make it easy for students to express themselves and their personalities through the clothes they wore. Clothes are an important part of me. I like to wear the newest styles and I feel good when I look good, says Ftaydena Kallenberger, a senior majoring in business education. Students are wearing a wide varie- ty of fashions ranging from versatile, casual blue jeans to more formal dresses and suits. Women's clothing emphasize the feminine look with skirts, dresses, silky blouses with bows, vests, jackets, and such accessories as hats, scarves, ties, and belts. Men's clothing styles favor vested suits and the popular i'disco fashions of silky shirts and tight, sleek slacks worn with ties and scarves. Some students feel clothes affect their moods and help to express their personalities. When I need some extra confidence to make it through an interview or a difficult ex- am, I wear one of my favorite outfits. It helps me feel more relaxed, says Joyce Hooten, a senior management major. Keith Santee, a junior accounting major, said, I usually wear blue jeans to classes because they are appropriate for all kinds of weather and so casual and comfortable. However, when I have a special Saturday night date, I like to wear nice slacks and sweaters or maybe even a suit if l'm really going to splurge! Do clothes influence per- sonalities? Kathleen Askren, an ac- counting major and senior, says, Definitelyl When l'm wearing blue jeans, I feel more casual and relax- The popular sleek, blouson dress is modeled here by Kerrie Smith, an employee of J.C. Penne s y . Janet Bennett is ready for a relaxing, candlelight evening in her soft, velvet outfit. ed. When l'm in a dress or nice pant- suit, I feel more sophisticated and am more careful of how I act. l've noticed that people with really out- going personalities usually are the first ones to wear new styles and the more quiet, conservative people wear conservative styles that aren't too flashy, says Mona Clayton, a senior criminal justice major. No matter what the preference of styles, everyone agrees that they usually wear whatever they feel most comfortable in. They try to look their best at all times. The casual look was very popular in 1978 as shown by Kerrie Smith and Janet Bennett. The fashionable high-heeled wooden sandals were popular for wear in all seasons. voun sr. JOSEPH PHOTOGHA Pi-nc HEADQUARTERS BENDEFTS PRESCRIPTION SHOP g Tom scnoenedk, R. Ph. 1409 N. Belt Hwy. 4 . 6 glgim , ln Woolco I E ,gif Phone 279-1668 Shopping Center I ' i i' 1341 Village Drive St. Joseph, Mo. 233-5657 R C H r E STEAK HOUSE INTERNATIONAL 3730 Mitchell Avenue, 2204 N. Belt 246 St. Joseph, MO I l - DANIEL J. CHAVEZ GFC CORPORATION OF MISSOURI 1019 Frederick Ave. - St. Joseph, Mo. 64501 Phone: 233-5181 H- - I I am Ki mi .Rx K 1, YOUR FRIENDLY Q FULL SERVICE A TRAVEL AGENCY! .ff -. - . 441- 1 - O6 ' ' 'TQ E 5 ,L gs-Yi-ivosvareisial E gg 4 em 'Q-Eigakg 9 I' ST. JOSEPH UNIFORM CENTER BENNETT F The Finest Values for the Gafdefl 81 Gift Professional Cent r f Q SUPER Low PRICES! e ix Q PANTsuiTs LABcoATs Houseplants 8m Gift Items SJ N i DRESSES SLACKS SIVIOCKS SKIRTS Phone: 279-0197 809 Frances, St. Joseph, Mo. 279-7434 806 S. Belt C'MON, GO DOWNTOWN STAN LUCAS PON TIA C- CADILLAC INC. 1202 Faraon 232-5456 247 THE Q 'Thi ff? GO s d C5 mlm . e q ouno 5 9 O 60 Q0 ARE ST JOSEPH E mn sn pp get 3649027 'Wx 'X llxxxg 1 d S p I MWSC BOOKSTORE I'-- K - guy E Ill, Nm llim iil A D y b t 'th B K IO' from College Center and FINE JEWELRY Quality Flgwers for Any 8 All 4- Occasions f T I: 'f' its lzqtertanynenl, I'BmG'ef'l Cfllterrlative A lusive service of ST. JOSEPn C able R in-A see Wrighfs for the Wright DESIGNS i S i 0 n watch, aigzrnrplnd o.r gift at the' ? GQ O n I . ng 'Tees zoe so. 7fh 232-asa: 716 pmncgs ' ' 1 ' CHANNEL6 279-1234 M Jswsuzv' 502 Edmond l 1 Qjazze 's Gard ana! Taffy op rin? I E 167 Felix street f-fi Riff' 1 Phone 816 233-6728 711' ' ' St- Joseph, MO 64501 i H4 K' Cards Gifts Party 8. Paper Goods X Candles Religious Items G N Wedding Accessories lil f i f 5 H., I' 1 i l IPI- ff' 8 I Nl 'A ' l :-51255- l' f' HJWXEA . lrrhht ll 1.4. ifizfirtl Congratulations MWSC on 10th Anniversary Home of the Champion 1976 All American KARA TE lTae-Kwon-Dol JUDO HAPKIDO KUMDO Open Mon-Sat 279-0446 or 279-8621 Instructor Chan Kyu-Yu Korean National Army 81 College Judo 81 Tae Kwon Do Champion 419701 YU'S ACADEMY OF MARTIAL ARTS 1834 Frederick Ave Self-Defense 8 Physical Development ABBETT'S Body Shop Garage Hiway 36 East Wathena, KS Phone 989-3643 Motor Repair, Transmissions Anything You Need for an Automobile or Truck WreCk'S Rebuilt 249 What can we do Wt for you? lg an Commerce of St. joseph DGREEN 'S FASH ION S 3841 Frederick Phone 364-5672 LE D ZEPPELI N K 05 s 656 IIEO h ALBUM 4' 45 STATIGN Q as 5' I 'Y 7' JO 05 S S ar oa 6 QW BBW 'hal 3069 3996 0 ph M dR 62503 Q60 9 1 ph a 6 233 2577 EAST HILLS Laundry 84 Dry Cleaning offers you more SlfS fFll S L dy ISh tUt SP P f IDyCI g Drap Cl ning Limit dT loring Servi Open for Your Convenience 7 AM-9 PM Mon.-Sat. 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QM fy! lvl MERLE NORMAN A 1 Y Z '-.1 ' COSMETICS , Latest Fashions in Make-Up 3 Trained FFWAR TUCK'S Beauty Consultants PUB East Ridge Village 3837 Frederick Blvd. Behind Sizzler P! bg TODA Y'S STUDENT LIFE- TOMORROW'S COLLEGE HISTORY , , ' A Y. t UZ, ,f ,v ,Q Griffon Yearbook THE YEAR ON RECORD THE Qzce Some of our classrooms aren't classrooms. ,X For details, Contact y' Military Science Depart t l qa1e?1ef1qfi462 If V W A VK' h ,Kfnsas 989-3536 3 college 4 X education. i A He e 1 V i f .Lg fl 1,010 f i X ll g ,iii T-LLL is i Xfllx Hill? hm, MU I, l i Q ll i f in T 'I X U D ' e i l 0 maalzl-rrnee 3 noun S'l'. JOSEPH PLRNT 25 V, Gver Half a Century in St. Joseph Convenient Mid-Town Location Frederick at 19th MIDWEST FEDERAL SA VINGS Founded 1923 256 Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Graduating Class of 1979 SERVICE COMPANY Xxxxx K-NX?N9Y-NNKNXY.X.NZx'x'xQ.N:x.'ix:x.X:x.'xxQ,x:x.'mx-x1x'x:x'x'xvxxx.xx.x'A.'xxx:.'x:x.'x:x.xxx'xYo:xxxxxs.'x:x.'xxxxxxx.xxx.xx.'xx.'v,x.N:x.'x:x.N5 WT 1oo5QE I TEGRITY When you make an unportant mvestrnent hke the purchase of f1ne Jewelry you need a rel1 able ieweler w1th proven knowledge and 1n tegnty Choose the jeweler who cared enough about you to earn the pr1v1lege of membersh1p 1n the Amencan Gem Soclety It s your assur ance of hxgh standards and busmess ethlcs ii SI' SUB SFS IIC sis Faux 1 sr .iosEPH Missoum 54501 MEMBER AMERICAN GEM SOCIETY Phone 233 8891 K 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 I 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 I ? A , 5 X X 5 Z 5 4 . Q . y . 4 . Q zi - A 3 .r-- - ' g . y ' . .. Q E 5 5 - X 'N Q ........ Q it X ' 4 Q . 5 - . . 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USS 0l'1' P WGS-RSSXHX 4502 Mitchell St. Joseph, Missouri 233-5961 er.xzeeee.'ggg 0' ---as-. , COO 'DDQ' 0 g ',',,' one ooo ooo 'fg qgg ooo ooo ooo 'g ooo ooo ooo ooo :Og 'uno ooo ooo ooo9Q,0g . ..9 OOO 000 QQQ.'..l ooo 0'.0,.,OOo ooo ooo 0, o,,.o'.O ooo A ' ogggo ooo Q 3 ulllllllilillllul I -sas- ROYALCQOWN cow 57,f f,H,i, xlQ,X 4 ,CANADA IW, 'HHH rlllllllwm Seven-Up Bottling Company 3643 Pear St. Joseph, Mo. 64503 Phone 48167 232-7714 ul: S C lu SC. Fads fun By BERNADETTE GERO What's your favorite pastime? Attending classes regularly, studying every night, going to bed early, spending the weekend with Mom and Dad? WHAT? None of these? Well, how about concerts, disco dan- cing, going to Kansas on Wednes- day, and partying all weekend? On the west coast, everybody's riding a skateboardg on the east coast, women are wearing spike heels with blue jeans and men are carrying handbags. These are all fads that are sweeping the country. College students everywhere, are going to discos and concerts and consuming large quantities of that good old 3.2. The rock operas Jesus Chrlst Superstar and Tommy revived the trend in movies for rock music. Fle- cent offspring of this fad have been Grease and Sergeant Pepper. Last year the movie industry cashed in on the science fiction fad with Star Wars and Close Encounters. Thanks to WOODSTOCK and other concert greats, concerts are one of the most popular fads around. Everybody goes to concerts, whether you like rock and roll, jazz, blues, classical, mellow or punk, you can find something to suit your taste within driving distance. And then there's John Travolta, or disco, after all the two are syn- onomous, aren't they? Saturday Nlght Fever was instrumental in the birth of disco and subsequent fads. Men are wearing three piece suits with an open collar, and trying to walk and dance like HIM. Women are going all out for an evening of disco, light, flowing dresses, tall, spike heels, and flowers in their hair. Disco has even invaded the sacred world of blue jeans. Glitter, rhinestones and intricate designs have transformed the work clothes of long ago into the elegant evening wear of the day. Disco has taken over some of our old favorites on television, too. American Bandstand has been transformed into a bright array of colored lights and a glittery set. The Mldnlght Special has recognized its Craig Drath popularity and alotted time to some of the bigger disco singers. Even the prime-time game show Name That Tune has taken to disco with the dis- co dancing couple, a rock band and an excellent soloist. Until quite recently, students at MWSC had to go to Kansas City to enjoy disco. Pogo's and Bananas still remain favorites. Lights in the floor and ceiling, good atmosphere and BEER. tWhat a good com- bination.j For those who don't like to drive back from Kansas City, disco has come to St. Joseph. The Green Pepper has become a popular night spot here, offering mixed drinks and good music. Fads come and go with each graduating class. Ten or fifteen years ago, the students at the Junior College here used to go to The Belly of the Whale downtown and drink coffee. I wonder if in ten years students at MWSC will still be going to Kansas or if there will be something new. ff., Craig Drath For resident students, discos provided relief from the monotony of dorm living. Cecil Branton and Mark Bigsby iabovej find the courtyard dances an enjoyable place to get acquainted with their neighbors. The College sponsored discos also provided an evening of fun and an alternative to Kansas for Kurt Killen, Delana Rodgers, Ann Holmquist, Lynn Gardner and Jim Wilkerson. Imagine, if you will, a sea of blue. Every possible shade of blue. All around you, sky blue, navy blue, powder blue, midnight blue, baby blue. Now, open your eyes and look around you. What do you see? BLUE JEANS. Jeans have matured quite a bit since the days of Levi Strauss and the miners. They come in a wide array of colors and shapes. Skirts, gauchos, jackets, ties, purses and even shoes and boots. But no matter what color or what form they take, jeans will always be jeans. Jeans are no longer a fad or a trend , they are a fashion and here to stay. The in thing now is to see how many variations can be made on this American institution. They are rolled up, tucked in, em- broidered, styled and sometimes, quite fancy. Jeans are to the youth of today as floor-length dresses and top hats were to the people of the 19th century. Restaurants, shopping centers, discos, and especially colleges, jeans are the only thing to wear. And what would happen if there were no more jeans? Imagine, a sea Of... A a By BERNADETTE GERO Photos by CRAIG DRATH Some people have called jeans the uniform of the 197O's, but if there's one thing jeans are not, it's uniform, Tom Blanchard, Lisa Rice, Kim Easton and Cindy Totten labovej display a few of todays distinctive looks. Jody Robinson jrightj discos the night away in the 'total denim look. 2 6' Q' X H0 ts, .,.. ya 'Y 5 -l. , 10th 81 Olive St. Joseph, Missouri 64503 279-6508 262 e x if E f JOE qu? . ' , ' ewelqyeo. Downtown East Hills 702 Felix Main Mall 279-1636 233-1319 8:30-5:20 10:00-9:00 Daily Daily lVlANNSCHRECK'S BOOKSTORE Books, Office and School Supplies and Office Interiors 279-7425 12 Felix Street St. Joseph, Mo. 0 0 0.2 0 0 . Y Slx , - Chilly Butggers . of our 31 e cream llavors,We sell them one at a lime. Or six at a lime, . Just to make it easy lor you lo lake home . the worId's most delicious ice cold snack, BASKIN-RDBBINS ' ' ICE CREAM STORE 1915 Fredrick 364-9131 . 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Joseph, MO. 64501 St. Joseph's Most Phone 279-0123 Anytime Complete Athletic Goods We Telegraph Flowers 279-0050 Day 263 Barber, Jim 130 264 Abisch, Steven 228 Accounting Day 193 Adair, Pa ul 102 Adams, Brenda 228 Adams, Charles 204 Adams, Diana 228 Adams, Jeff 205 Adkins, Lawrence 228 Adrian, Garry 228 Adult Education 96,97 Advertlslng 248-263 Ag Club 42,190 ALARM 2 15 Albright, David 228 Alden, Jo an 190 Alexander, Curtis 228 Alexander, Tahirih 228 Allen, Fre Allen, Lor d 219,228 na 29,190,228 Allen, Susan 208,228 Almafila, American Anderson Anderson Anderson Danna 219 Altiser, Sheryl 220 Marketlng Assoclatlon 192,193 , Bradley 228 , Edward 228 , Gail 214,215,228 Anderson, Mark 191,192 Antle, Mark 219 Arango, Marletta 228 Archdekin, James 224 Arendale, John 224 Armstrong, Norma 228 Askren, Kathleen 192,224,245 Assoclatlon ol Black Collegla Atkins, Robbie 224 Atkison, Elaine 228 Ausmus, Mark 187,221 Automotlvs Labs 78 Auxier, Debra 228 ns 210 Bachman, Edward 228 Bachman, Linda 218 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206 207,218,219,230,270 Carrol, Steve 220 Carter, Bill 68,230 Carter, Cheryl 230 Carter, Mary 230 Carter, Pamela 29,187,208,230 Case, Deborah 230 Cason, Maggie 29,208 Castellani, Joseph 46,47 Caton, Jeff 34,36,50,93 Caulking, Jeanice 230 Chambers, Dennis 224 Chambers, Gary 201 Chambers, Michele 230 Chaney, Cathy 230 Chaney, Cheryl 230 Chaney, Steven 230 Chappell, Janette 230 Chappell, Jeffrey 230 Chavez, Andrea 230 Chavez, Laura 219 Chelline, Warren 99 Cherry Orchard, The 84 Christian, Darrel 230 Christian, Sharon 230 Clark, Daniel 224 Clark, John 230 Clark, Valerie 204,230 Clay, Ben 67 Clayton, Mona 224,246 Coakley, Marilyn 230 Coates, Mike 67 Cochran, Candy 70 Cole, Cindy 204 Cole, Julie 230 Coletti, Greg 230 College Center Board 167 Collier, Lynne 230 Collins, John 230 Combs, Kari 230 Communications Day 96,99,100,101 Compton, Bob 186,200 Compton, Paul 140,230 Computer Center 82,83 Conard, Mike 230 Concert of Dance 68,89 Concoran, John 70 Conehesds 140,141 Conn, Steve 141,172,173 Connett, Dave B0,16O,161,166,175,20O 220 222 Conrad, Keith 230 Constant, Jim 230 Conetructlon 172,173 Cook, Conroe 186,208,214,224 Cook, Dave 77,154,158,203 177,184,208,219,222,229,231,232,233,234, 235,242,245,246,261,262,27O Drlssell, Daniel 158,224 Drissell, Debbie 204,224 Cooley, Winnie 224 Cooper, Dana 230 Cooper, Jeffrey 230 Cooper, Randy 219 Coots, Brenda 230 Corley, Amy 215,230 Corley, Craig 230 Cornell, Laura 230 Cote, Dana 215 Cote, Eric 230 Cotter, Donald 230 Cotter, Vickie 230 Couldry, Bill 72 Coyne, Charles 72,110 Cox, Cathy 136,137,138 Coy, Darrel 230 Coyle, Roy 214,215 Cragg, Juli 230 Cramer, Roger 192,224 Crawford, Roseann 230 Crippin, Jamie 214 Crockett, Janice 57 Crockett, Jeff 203 Cronin, Bob 31 Cross, Kurt 230 Crotty, Cathleen 224 Crouse, Diana 230 Crum, Kim 230 Crumley, David 220,230 Cunningham, Avis 192 Currin, Patty 230 Curtis, Peggy 220 Dainton, Dan 31 Daldrup, Myron 198 Dale, Marty 230 Dale, Steve 201 Daley, Dan 224 Damm, Roswitha 209 Danaher, Mike 219 Dance, Jeff 211,230 Dandliker, Mike 67 Daniel, Dave 230 Daniel, Debra 230 Daniel, Yvonne 230 Davidson, Bob 215 Drummond, Mary 189,229 Dryer, Mark 221 Duffy, Sheryl 38,39,99,194,222,270 Duley, Dave 206 Duncan, Gary 231 Dunigan, Grant 231 Dupree, Rita 199 DuVall, Dianne 231 Dyche, David 231 Easter, Glen 190,214 Easton, Kimberly 28,208,220,231,262 Easton, Mike 199 Eckert, Dave 192 Eckert, Steve 192 Eckley, Shawn 220,231 Eddins, Cathy 231 Eiberger, Joan 224 Eiberger, Tom 207 Elam, Kelly 231 Elder, Craig 231 Elder, Leanne 219 Elder, Robert 224 Eliord, Craig 192,224 Ellerbrake, Amy 231 Elliot, Dan 190 Elliot, Jeff 190 Elliot, Mike 231 Ellis, Ronald 231 Ellis, Tim 231 Elo, Ted 231 Emery, Denise 231 Endsley, Mary Ann 231 Engel, Thomas 204,231 Engeman, Doris 231 Ensly, Ruth 231 Erickson, Charles 72 Estada, Jose 231 Euler, Rick 219 Davidson, Carol 230 Davies, Michael 98,99,101 Davis, Dale 230 Davis, Sherry 230 Davis, True 123,124 Day, Roger 214 Day, Susan 192 Dean, Curtis 224 Deaton, Don 214 Deaton, Steve 163,201 Decker, Jacqueline 224 Decker, Michelle 230 Decker, Stephen 230 Deghawi, Mohammad 209 Deibold, Louis 230 Delta Zeta Sororlty 217 DeSirey, Mary 224 DeWitt, Terri 224 Dilley, Gary 192 Dishon, Tim 230 Dobney, Carl 230 Doles, Craig 230 Dombrowe, Lisa 230 Dorm Aeeoclatlon 42 Dorm Council 208 Dorm Llfe 28,29 Douglas, Bryan 230 Dougherty, Kurt 230 Dowd, Michael 40,42 Downing, Darla 231 Doyal, Scott 211,231 Drannan, Walt 17 Drath, Craig 2,3,4,11,12,13,14,15,19,20, 26,27,28,30,31,40,42,44,45,46,47,48,49,50, 51,53,74,128,130,131,132,133,158,159,176, Ford, Debi 189 Forenelce 199 Forrester, Joni 187 Foster, Byron 200 Foster, Cindy 77,215,231 Frakes, Carla 231 Frankhauser, Marvin 220 Franovich, Mike 231 Frazier, Patrick 231 Frazier, Patrick 231 Freeman, Joyce 231 Frick, Jane 99,101 Frizzell, Michael 231 Fry, Rod 190 Fuchs, Shelly 211,231 Fuller, Shirley 20,186 Gable, Gerry 163,164,165 Gaddy, Donald 225 Gage, Eva 225 Galloway, Janice 231 Galloway, Jamie 192 Galloway, Leo 200 Gamma Delta Iota 211 Gann, Dave 154 Gardner, Lynn 261 Gardner, Mary Beth 225 Garren, Bruce 199 Garret, Stella 231 Garrick, Linda 2,194,195,231 Garrison, Adele 205 Garvis, Daryle 70 Gasper, Lisa 231 Gastineau, Tambula 190,231 Gehrs, Richard 231 Geissert, Vicki 218,219,231 Gerber, Charles 197 German, Rick 175,180 Gero, Bernadette 65,226,231,261 262 Get Me Outa Here 54 Ghosh, Gita 94,95,225,231 Giannetta, Diane 218,231 Giannetta, Vincent 231 Gibson, Debbie 231 Gibson, Glen 56 Gibson, Karen 56 Gibson,gKristy 40,219,231 Gibson, Martha 231 Giles, Terri 211 Evans, Julie 202,231 Evans, Keith 72,172,173,186 Evans, Lance 172,173 Evans, Marc 192,231 Evans, Nancy 231 Evans, Ronald 231 Falls, Trish 202,215 Fankhauser, Jerri 215 Fankhauser, Teresa 224 Fankhauser, Tina 220 Farley, Mary Beth 231 Farmers, Raise Corn and Cain Farnan, Kenneth 192,224 Farr, Janice 231 Farr, Ruth Ann 224 Felts, Christine 225 Fenwick, Everett 231 Filbert, Gary 141,143,144,145 Fink, Phil 204,205 Finup, Marj 138,160,231 Fish, Mike 178 Fisher, Marilyn 220 Fitzgerald, Joe 219 Fitzpatrick, Kim 231 Flanagan, Frances 56 Fleckal, Ronald 56 Flesher, Franklin 103 Fletchall, Sheila 206 Flint, Tim 219 Flippin, Kevin 231 Foley, Lori 231 22,23 Football 1 28,129,1 30,131 ,1 32,1 33 Gilgun, John 2,46,47,54,55,93,99 Gilliland, Julie 231 Gilmore, Patrick 220,231 Giokaris, Alan 177,231 Gitthens, Sheryl 225 Glidewell, Tom 220 Glise, Tamara 225 Godbout, Bill 176,177,178,179 Geoffeney, Patricia 225 Glise, Tammy 197 Golden, Byron 25,99,188,189,194,195 Golf 170,171 Gomez, Patty 231 Good, Noel 65,67 Goodlet, Barbara 225 Goodlet, David 231 Goodlet, Theresa 219,231 Gorsuch, Maryann 220 Gould, Randy 221 Gower, Edward 88 Graber, Janet 231 Graduation 120 Graham, Dianna 231 Graham, John 206 Graham, G rayosn William 225 Cindy 159,231 Greason, Janet 231 Green, Carol 214,225 Green, Eddie 231 Green, Jeff 30 Green, Regina 225 Green, Sharon 192,225 Green, William 231 Greenwald, Barry 192,238,239 Gregory, David 231 66 Gregory, Rita 60,61,231 Griffin, Ronald 232 Griffin, Stephanie 232 Grlffon News 50,188,189 Grlffon Yeerbook 270,271 Griffon, Steven 225 Grint, Karla 92 Groom, Pat 232 Grubbs, Ravin 232 Grueb, Margaret 218,232 Grundy, Kevin 4 Gudde, Barb 28,149,151,166,167 Guidel, George 225 Gummig, Gary 232 Haage, Deidre 40,204,205,232 Hadsall, Rick 29 Haenn, Randy 232 Haffey, Randy 232 Haffner, Jean 134,125,136,137,138 Hagee, Cindy 232 Haider, Arif 186 Haight, Lesleigh 232 Hall, John 232 Hall of Fame 182,183 Haiterman, Randy 232 Hamby, Beverly 232 Hamilton, Chris 80,189 Hamilton, Jim 232 Hamilton, Rick 221 Hamlet, Harriet 235 Hamrick, Daniel 232 Hanke, Lisa 42,221 Hannah, Belinda 225 Hans, Mike 4 Hansen, John 200 Hanway, Barbara 232 Hanway, Michele 232 Harbison, Al 58,59 Harmon, Marsha 221 Harper, Dennis 232 Harris, Karen 138 Harris, Rodney 232 Hart, Mike 72,73 Hart, Vern 190 Harter, Ellette 208 Hartman, Terry 218,225 Harvey, Chuck 205 Hathaway, Lynn 232 Hausman, Jim 221 Hausman, Cindy 221 Hautzenradar, Laure 225 Hawk, Ken 107,111 Hawley, Lucretia 70 Hayes, Charles 201,186 Haynes, Tony 232 Hazelwood, Chuck 192,225 Head East Concert 34,35 Headrix, Brent 201 Heald, Tom 232 Healer, David 220 Hearshman, Jay 163,164,165 Heath, Leanna 232 Heesch, Donald 232 Heitman, Kathleen 218,232 Heldenbrand, Stan 214,225 Henderson, Eugene 232 Hendrix, Brent 186 Henry, Doug 232 Henry, Sue 148,166,167,168 Henson, Bruce 232 Henthorne, Laurie 61,65,232 Hernadaz, Danny 172,173 Hernandaz, Ed 187,214,215 Hert, Denise 232 Hertell, Brent 57 Heumader, Karen 232 Heyde, Karen 204,225 Hicklin, Rob 129,130,132,133 Higgins, Michael 210 Hill, Julie 232 Hills, Marlene 232 Hills, Marlene 232 Hinman, Steve 204 Hipes, Blain 34,54,55,81,90,195,197 Hipes, Brian 232 Hirter, Loren 232 Hise, Nancy 232 Hiskey, Tammy 232 Hodgin, Barri 192 Hoehamer, Tom 180 Hoeker, Heidi 205 Hoene, Jim 220. Hoff, Forrest 19,110,173,192 Hoffelmeyer, Paul 221 Hoffman, Heidi 232 Hoffman, Michael 191,219,232 Holady, Bobby 232 Holaday, Leila 233 Holbrook, Laura 233 Holland, Doug 129,130,131 Holleman, Dan 192,198,209,233 Holmquist, Ann 211,220,261 Holmquist, Tom 220 Holopter, Joan 211 Holtsclaw, Debbie 233 Homecoming 40,41,42,43,44,45 Honeywell-lt'e Cold Outelde 90 Hoop, Roberta 233 Hooten, Joyce 225,245 Hopkins, Ed 233 Hoope, Peggy 233 Horn, Joe 219 Hornet, David 233 Hoselton, John 192 Hoseman, Craig 163 Hosselnmardi, Hassein 209 Hoskins, Doug 220 Hoskins, Tim 131 Houser, Kim 225 Howell, Robert 233 Hower, Steven 74,75,200,214,233 Howerton, Ronnie 233 Howgill, Martyn 101,111 HPER Bulldlng 172,173 Hughes, Chuck 233 Hulett, Claudia 265 Human Performance Lab 72,73 Humes, Wendall 142,143,144 Hummer, Richard 233 Humphrey, Gale 199,233 Humphrey, Mary Ann 204 Humphrey, Michelle 199 Hunsaker, Theresa 2,149 Hupp, Bennie 233 Hurst, Judith 233 Hutchcraft, Debbie 233,122 lmlay, Nancy 233 lnternatlonel Students Organlzetlon 209 lntremurele 154,155,156,157,150,159 Isbell, Judy 57 lson, Jerry 204 Jackson, Billy 219 Jackson, David 233 Jackson, Frank 233 Jackson, Randall 57 Jackson, Shelley 233 Jacobs, Sherri 233 Jahnke, Cindy 233 Jagodzinski, Jennifer 225 James, June 156,225 Jarmin, Clem 138 Jeffers, Jim 221 Jenkins, Janice 233 Jezak, Karen 93 Jiles, Terri 220 Jirkovsky, Dennis 219 Johnson, Charla 204,233 Johnson, Dave 79 Johnson, Jerre 192,225 Johnson, Jill 233 Johnson, Keith 192,219,225 Johnston, Daphne 209 Johnston, Malinda 233 Jones, Bob 219 Jones, Joyce 233 Jones, Rita 233 Journellem Club 194 Joyce, Patti 125,155,225 Judo Club 196 Juern, Mike 221,233 Justice, Kevin 233 Kallenberger, Raydena 205,211,225,245 Kamsson, Dan 205 Karel, Susan 204 Kateoski, Mike 186,211 Keegstra, Vickie 68 Keena, Fred 163 Keifer, Lisa 192 Keith, Ron 163,164 Keller, Kay 134,135,136,137,138,166167 169 Kelley, R. L. 192,225 Kelly, Michael 233 Kelso, Ann 233 Kent, Sharon 225 Keogh, Jania 207 Kerner, James 233 Kerns, Cathy 233 Kerns, Jim 233 Kerns, Marilyn 233 Kessler, Frank 207 Ketchum, Linda 219,220 Kiefer, Jim 92 Kiefer, Lisa 233 Killen, Kurt 172,173,186,207,211,261 Kimsey, Lucinda 233 Kincel, Mark 234 King, Ben 209 Kipper, Joe 171 Kirkendoll, Richard 192,225 Kiscoan, Stephen 207,234 Kline, Allen 225 Kline, Randy 212,234 Kluender, Bill 234 Knight, Susan 234 Knowles, John 46,47 Koehnlein, Don 234 Kipp, Patty 234 Knorr, Marcia 214 Kottman, Bob 186 Kottman, Judy 2,157,203,219,234 Kottman, Mindy 234 Kottman, Cissy 74,75,200,214 Kowalski, Judy 234 Kretzer, Nadine 234 Kretzinger, Diane 234 Krull, Jana 234 Krusemark, Dan 215 Kuehn, Alison 234 Lacy, Diane 220,234 Lam, Jeanine 234 Lamar, Nancy 186,207,234 Lembe Chl Alphe 40,219 Lambrecht, Jeff 219 Lammers, Karen 234 Laney, Kim 214,215 Landis, Terry 140 Landrus, James 195 Laramore, Carol 225 Latham, Becky 234 Lathan, Judy 234 Lathan, Leslie 234 Latnser, Laura 28 Laudie, Drew 215 Laughflin, Christy 203 Lawrence, Gary 234 Lawson, Bonnie 70 Lawson, Linda 219 Le Clrcle Frencele 198 Le, Tung 209 Lee, Richard 234 Lesmeister, Martha 202,207,234 Leverton, Jim 221 Lewis, Candace 234 Lewis, Carolyn 234 Lewis, Cynthia 190,234 Lewis, Nina 206,234 Lewis, Paul 205,225 Libby, Lawreen 234 Lillig, Mike 141 Limie, Kevin 186 Lincoln, Randy 186 Lindsay, Jim 219 Linford, Liz 77,234 Lombardo, Vickie 187 Long, Cara 136,138,215 Longenecker, Allen 234 Looney, Marvin 10,24,44,72,99,106,186 Looney, Tina 57 Losh, Gina 235 Lowden, Janeen 70 Luke, Ed 235 Lund, Nancy 221,235 Lundberg, Dale 57 Lundin, Mark 219 Lunt, Fred 212 Lynn, Audrey 235 Maag, Jerome 46,197 Mabi, Debbie 160,161 Mabry, Carol 81,188,191,195,235 Mabry, Nancy 235 Mace, Carla 235 MachIne'a World 58,59 Magee, Scott 220 Magoon, Jennifer 214 Magoon, Mike 214 Mahoney, Brenda 211,235 Mahoney, Mary 138 Maley, Randy 186,211 Malloy, Calvin 235 Malone, Andrew 144 Mankin, Darrell 102 Mapel, Dave 132 Marks, Merle 235 Marshall, Mona 225 Martin, John 206 Martin, Nancy 219,235 Martinez, Ron 210 Matthews, George 99 Matzes, Mike 235 Matzes, Rich 38,39,134,135, 136,137,138,139,142,143,144, 145,154.155,156,159,160,161, 162,163,170,171,172,173,176, 195,203,270 Mason, Joan 190 Maugh, Mark 225 Mavel, Cathy 225 Mayos, Barbara 225 Maynard, Liz 200 Mayo, Mike 221 Mayo, Valerie 208 Mayberry, Steve 20,88,186,208 McAdam, Charles 208,235 McBee, Jack 56,57,64,65,66, 67,93,197,218,219 McCall, Don 211 McCall, Anthony 235 McCall, Frank 211 McCann, Dan 200,214 McCarthy, Carolyn 235 McCarthy, Roger 235 McClure, Patrick 93 McClurg, Bradley 235 McCool, Cathy 95 McCreary, Rene 221 McConnell, Daniel 225 McDonald, Barry 186 McGuinn, C. Marcus, 29,200,208 225 McGuire, Gary 187 Mclntyre, Marg 221 Mclntyre, Robert 221 McKee, Jane 235 McKernan, Connie 235 McKernan, Richard 235 McKinnen, Jennifer 67 McKinney, Cindi 221 McKinney, John 221 McKinney, John 221 McKnight, Gary 235 McMurry, Jeff 220 McMurry, Pat 119 McMurtrey, Cindy 221 McMurtrey, Bob 221 McNeeley, Raymond 129,130,190,232. 235 McMillian, Lori 19 McPeek, Kevin 235 McQueen, Jan 199 Meadows, Shelley 221 Mehl, James 186 Mejia, Sam 235 Memarian, Davood 209 Memarian, Nassar 209 Meng, Marilyn 235 Meskat, Siquiash 211 Meyer, Steven 235 Middleton, Carol 235 Mier, John 10,195 Milbourn, Theresa 235 Military Science 102 Miller, Dennis 103 Miller, Doug 31 Miller, Jill 221 Miller, Rhonda 192,235 Miller, Russell 235 Miller, Stephanie 28,31,136,137, 138,148,150,151,202,235 Miller, Vicky 235 Minnis, Catherine 236 Minnis, Doug 176,177 Minor, Maria 208 Miseor, Kendall 190 Mlaaourl Theater 1 1,14.15 Mitchell, Billy 219 Mitchell, David 236 Mollus, Char-es 56,57 Monachino, Candy 16,21 Montgomery, Willie 225 Moor, Mark 236 Moore, Dee Neece 225 Moore, Terry 129 Moppin, Brenda 236 Morgan, Cindy 236 Morgan, Michael 225 Morin, Dennis 236 Morin, Jennifer 236 Mornlngatar, Concert 50,51,52,53 Morrow, Brad 221 Morris, Clarence 210 Morris, Scott 132 Morris, Sue 221 Morrison, Nolen B. 111 Moss, Ron 236 Moyer, Tony 179 Muehlbach, Jim 236 Munkirs, Kristin 180 Mueler, Teri 29 Murphy, Jennifer 236 MS Marathon 104,105 Muddy River Canoe Claealca 112,113, 114,115 Murry, Chad 215,236 Mualc Educator'a Natlonal Conference 204 MWSC-MWSU Debate 25 Meyers, Jerry 131,146,147 Myers, Kathy 236 Myers, Kenneth 192,226 Myers, Lisa 190 National Society of Peralng Rlflea 212 Naylor, Dwight 221 Neff, Neta 221,226 Neill, Sherry 226 Nelson, Sue 236 Nelson, Robert J. 111 Nesler, Janice 236 Ness, Mark 132 Newbold, Peter 236 Newby, Chelyn 236 Newby, Donna 236 Newman Club 207 Newman, Joyce 226 Newton, Jennifer 205,230 Newton, Tim 131 New York City 70,71 Nichols, Mike 219 Nichols, Richard 236 Nicholson, Jeanne 226 Nielsen, Pamela 236 Nixon, Reed 236 Nold, Mark 57 Nold, Red 159,171 Nold, Stephen 236 Noll, Cathy 234,236,242 Nolte, Sarah 72,136,138,139,202 Norris, Terrie 205 North, Patricia 98,99,189,226 Norton, Rick 236 Nunnelly, Ray 102,128 O'Brien, Darleen 236 O'Brien, Dennis 199 O'Brien, Diedre 236 O'Brien, Gerald 219,236 O'Day, Edward 236 O'Dell, Steven 102 O'Donnel, Candy 204 O'Donniell, Ethel 214 Oeno, Korcho 209 O'Konski, Mary 57 Oliver, Barb 236 Oliver, Vivion 236 O'Rourke, Jeanie 236 Orr, Becky 191,236 Osborn, Cindy 226 Osborn, Connie 84,85 Osborn, Julie 204 Ott, Geneva 207,236 Ott, George 207 Otto, Michael 226 Outing Society 214 Owairu, Sunday 205 Owen, Thomas 205,236 O'Brien, Darleen 236 Owen, Thomas 205,236 . , Q Paden, Michael 236 Paden, Sue 236 Palmer, Debbie 42 Palmer, Donna 61 Paniamogan, Caroline 56 Papisan, Bob 199 Parks, Eddie 226 Parker, Debbie 236 Parkey, Kym 236 Parker, Mike 60,67 Parker, Randy 178,180 Parker, Rocky 141 Patrick, Craig 220 Patterson, Sue 226 Patterson, Dennis 214,215 Patton, Kelly 236 Paul, Sherry 236 Pawsey, Jan 236 Paxton, Donald 44,60,61,96,236 Peiry, Tako 57 Pelster, Sarah 134,135,136,138,236 Pepple, Tim 140 Perigrine, Larry 192 Perkins, Debbie 192 Perkins, Jerry 219,236 Perry, Debby 236 26 Perry, Thomas 102 Pettijogn, Charles 70 Pettijohn, Jim 70 Petty, Jana 236 Pettz, Deborah 236 Pervis, Charles 57 Pfleider, Steve 6 Pflugradt, Tim 236 Phl Mu Sorority 216 Phillips, Brenda 236 Phillips, Mary 236 Phillips, Sally 203 Pierson, Paul 221 Pinion, Beverly 236 Pioch, Paul 219 Pinkley, Amy 136,138 Phl Beta Lambda 181 Pollard, Karla 187,221,236 Pony Express Bridge 15 Popa, Bill 186,236 Powell, Allen 221 Powell, Theresa 236 Prater, Mary 204 Prasertyotin, Orawen 209 Pre-Law Club 201 Price, Dennis 236 Prock, Donald 78 Priest, Julie 229,236 Psl Alpha Omega 204 Publlcatlons Labs 80 Pugh, Cheryl 236 Pugh, Julie 155,159,194,236 Pullen, Courtney 187,204 Purschke, Ray 163 Purvis, Tim 221 Quigley, Melinda 227 Radke, Dan 201 Radmacher, Susie 236 Rahman, Anies 209 Rainey, Vickie 227 Rake, Darrel 236 Ramirez, Katherine 227 Ramirez, Michelle 236 Rasmussen, Paul 207 Rasmussen, Steven 227 Rathskellar 86,87 Rau, Robbie 236 Raup, Rebecca 227 Read, Jeff 215 Redding, Alma 236 Redmar, Linda 236 Reece, Karen 236 Reeder, Kyle 221 Reid, Dan 219,236 Registration 26,27 Renteria, Felix 102 Remy, Tom 236 Reynolds, Cynthia 236 Reynolds, Patty 236 Ricci, Karen 211 Rice, Lisa 60,61,64,65,67,199,262 Richardson, Dana 236 Richey, Diana 205,236 Richmond, Judy 57 Riddick, Tammy 192,237 Ftiniker, Marsha 160 Riley, Darrel 28,86,87,166,211,270 Ripple, Joe 25 Rithcheart, Donald 237 Rizen, Steve 180 Rizzo, Karen 160,161 Roberts, Nancy 192 Roberts, Paula 106 Robldoux Center 6,7,14 Robinson, Jody 262,263 Robinson, Peggy 237 Robinson, Theresa 160 Rodriguez, Sid 163 Rogers, Catherine 61 Rogers, Dalana 42,237,261 Rogers, Walt 219 Rooney, Tim 192 Ross, Melanie 68 Rosenaur, Elaine 204 ROTC 102,103 Rouinas, Becky 237 Routh, Robert 237 Ruddy, Theresa 237 Ruffino, Arthur 2,93 Ruhnke, Debbie 237 Russell, Rebecca 237 Salanky, Joe 143,144 Salisbury, Diana 237 Sample, Janetta 237 Sanderon, Lawrence 237 Sauing, Tom 24 Santee, Keith 245 Saunders, Becky 205 Saunders, Emmett 20,227,26,27 Sauter, Lee 237 Sauve, Rob 213 Saving, Tom 28 Sawson, Mike 219 Schaefer, Chris 237 Schellhorn, Lori 204 Schleicher, Carol 227 Schmutzier, Glen 237 Schnabel, Ida 218,237 Schnabel, Robbie 218,237 Schneider, Anita 237 Schneider, Dale 204,214 Schneider, Doug 214 Schneider, Mark 237 Schoefer, Linda 209,237 Schultz, Chris 220 Schultz, Kurtis 227 Schuster, Jan 237 Schwarz, Jim 237 Scobee, Janet 215,237 Scott, Bob 110 Seeger, William 227 Sego, Myra 237 Sensenich, Sharon 237 Septon, Mike 192 Seton, Jerome 237 Sewell, Karen 68 SGA 154,186 Shadduck, Linda 237 Shanks, Ken 209 Shawe, Kenny 204 Shell, Myriam 226 Shell, Rob 226 Shellhorn, Denise 204 Sherard, Joy 29,208,227 Sherlock, Rhonda 237 Sherron, Fran 205 Shields, Mike 237 Shreve, Christine 227 Shrout, Jeff 29,208 Shue, Paula 237 Shultz, John 237 Shultz, John 237 Shunan, Patrick 237 Shute, Dave 211 Siebern, Wanda 70 Slgma Kappa Sororlty 40,41,218 Slgma Phl Epsllon 42,221 Slgma Tau Selta 197 Silkett, Chris 149,151,160,161,214 Simmons, Bill 237 Simmons, Freda 200 Sims, Denise 238,239 Singleton, Terry 237 Siress, Janette 67 Sklenar, Richard 205,237 Slater, Dave 237 Smiley, James 54,55,72,90,99,106 124,194,195,227,238,239 Smith, AI 36 Smith, Allison 237 Smith, Barbara 227 Smith, Chris 221 Smith, Cindy 211 Smith, Cynthia 10,237 Smith, Debbie 221 Smith, lvan 237 Smith, Jim 219 Smith, Kerrie 246 Smith, Larry 186 Smith, Linda 70,124,227 Smith, Mark 237 Smith, Pattie 227,245,246 Smith, Sharon 227 Smith, Stephanie 237 Smith, Susan 205 Smith, Timothy 227 Snook, Sheldon 201 Snyder, Margaret 237 Soehren, Melony 237 Softball 160,161 Sollars, Emerson 227 Soloman, Mike 130,131,132 Sontheimer, Mary 218,227 Sonuga, Jot 209 Sormanti, Joan 237 Spalding, Dennis 192,227 Spangler, Wayman 227 Sparks, Isabell 197 Speak, Doug 237 Speer, Marilyn 48,49,70,71,188,189,192, 237 Speery, Dana 95 Spencer, Donna 227 Spencer, Michael 210 Spencer, Neil 44 Spicer, Mar Jean 237 Sponaugle, Mark 186 Spradling, Kirk 237 Sprague, Scott 219 Sprake, Mary Lynn 214,215,227 Spratt Stadium 38,39 Stallman, Dave 142,144 Stamp, John 237 Stanley, Danny 214 Stanley, K. C. 187,207,215 Stanton, Dick 221 Stark, Alex 129 Stark, Janice 227 Steamboat Springs 78,77 Stein, Steve 140,141 Steinbrenner, Deborah 227 Steinman, Linda 237 Stephen, Waunita 227 Stephens, Judy 190,237 Stewart, Tom 237 Stirmlinger, Tom 143,144,145 St. Joseph Clty Hall 11 St. Joseph Nlght Llte 116,117 St. Joseph State Hospital 12 Stonebraker, Linda 237 Storey, Mark 42,129 Strahm, Paula 237 Streck, Milton 237 Strube, Dennis 195 Student Accounting Society 192 Student Llte 21 Summer, Pam 24,237 Sumrell, Chris 136,137,138,139,148,166, 167,169,202,214 Sumrell, Rhesa 134,135,136,13B,160,202 Supple, Patti 116 Sutzer, James 67 Swan, Nanette 156 Swardson, Barb 227 Swartz, Dave 221,237 Swearinger, Jack 221 Swindell, Cynthia 227 Switzer, James 64 Swope, Carla 218,237 Szezepanik, John 227 T,U,V Tau Kappa Epsllon 40,41,218,220 Taft, Barbara 237 Tatum, Kirby 215 Teegarden, Bret 237 Tennls-Mens 182,163,164,165 Tennls-Womens 186,187,188,169 Terry, James 72,232,233 Theatre 60,61 Thomas, Eileen 205,237 Thomas, Mark 221 Thomas, Nancy 154,203 Thompson Brenda 220 Thompson Diane 68 Thompson Ed 70,154,227 Thompson Kelly 237 Thompson, Mark 221 Thompson, Natalie 219,220,237 Thompson, Randall 237 Thurber Cernlvel 60,61,62,63 Walker, Yvonne 68,220 Walkup, Jeff 21,120,194,270 Waller, Jennifer 238 Waller, Jim 238 Waller, Nancy 219 Walser, Cindy 238 Walters, Mary 4,238 Walters, Claudia 204 Walters, Fred 238 Wiggs, Marlye 219,220 Wightman, Gary 239 Wilburn, Nedra 205,239 Wilkerson, Jim 211,239,261 Richard 238 Tiemeyer, Jolene 237 Todd, Jeff 237 Tofflemier, Rita 186,218,207 Totten, Cindy 172,205,218,262 Turner, Denise 227 Turner, Joan 68,72,214 Ulrich, Jody 237 Ulrich, Mary Kay 207 VanFossen, Linda 31 VanHorn, Pam 67,199 Vanlandingham, Linda 227 Vanlengin, Darrell 31 VanPett, E. Dewayne 227 VanSchoack, Janet 237 VanVickle, Roger 179 Vanvollenburg, Donna 70 Vaughn, Shirley 149,166,167,169,227 VEER 129,130,131,132 Venneman, Linda 56,57,74,78,80,194,270 Vernon, Gary 204 Vette, Sharon 237 Vey, Sonie 238 Vigliaturo, Joe 50,208,234,235 Volleybell 134,135,138,137,138,139 Volz, Kurt 238 Wachendonfer, Ken 70,71 Wagner, Ron 199 Waisblum, Greg 221 Waisblum, Tracie 238 Walker, Charles 238 Walker, Jeffrey 238 Walz, Diane 192,238 Wake, Janet 198,200 Wake Lanny 163,238 Wann, Phil 204 Ward, Michelle 198,201 Ward, Warford, David 238 Warren, Jerry 238 Warren, Vickie 238 Wasson, Cher 219 Watkins, Mark 6,156,157,196,221 Watson, George 211 Weakley, Shelley 218,219 Weber, Dave 144 Weber, David P. 239 Webster, Teena 192,218,227 Weddle, Ben 1,2,4,5,6,7,1O,11,13,14,15,34, 35,37,40,41,43,45,50,51,52,53,60,61,99, 120,121,122,123,125,129,130,133,155,157, 158,202,226,239,142,143,200,240,241,270 Weddle, Christine 227 Weeks, Ben 220 Weeks, Jim 211 Weimann, Don 79 Weiss, Regina 239 Welborn, John 239 Wenzel, Deborah 221,227 Wet Wlllle Concert 50,51,52,53 White, Charles 215 White, Jeff 100 Whitford, Linda 239 Whitlock, David 239 Wickham, Brad 239 Widmer, Kim 239,242 Wiedmaier, Debbie 239 Wiedmaier, Mary 207,218,239 Wiedmaier, Roger 239 Wieman, Dan 220 Wieneke, Opal 19 Williams, David 239 Williams, Debbie 239 Williams, Mitch 144 Williams, Pat 24 Williams, Rich 192 Williams, Richard 239 Williams, Richard 227 Willis, Kathy 187 Willis, Melanie 2211 Willis, Tim 72,73 Willoughby, Mary 239 Wilson, Cathy 2 Wilson Donna 239 Wilson Kelley 227 Wilson Mark 208 Wilson Mike 74,75 Wilson, Roger 227 Wilson, Susan 239 Winters, Alison 202 Wisdon, Vickie 239 Wise, Mike 63 Withrow, David 239 Wofford, Nathaniel 187,210 Wolfe, Jenife 239 Woods, Richard 215 Woods, Salley 134,138 Wrap, Carolyn 200 Wright, Larry 204,239 ' Y,Z, Young, Carrie 239 Young, Leland 210,239 Zacharias, Lorie 156,166,167,169,239 Zebelean, Danny 239 Zleber, Larry 221 Zleber, Shirley 221 Zuptich, Mary Lou 192 26 ' GRIFFO '79 ST FF 70 3915? BEN WEDDLE The GRIFFON STAFF: Uront rowy Ben Weddle, Craig Drath, Kathy Campbell. uecond rowy John Car- mody, Sheryl Duffy, Lynda Venneman. fback row, Jeff Walkup, Darrell Reiley, Dave Connett, Rich Matzes in closing. . . I hope that as you look through the 1979 GRIFFON, you come across some things that will stir memories of the people and the events that made 1979 different from any other year at Missouri Western. Throughout the year, we have faced our share of problems, but have managed to solve them and still produce the book that you now hold. There are many people who deserve recognition for the work done on the GRIFFON, and I want to add my special thanks to the following people. First and most heartfelt thanks goto Sheryl Duffy, my Associate Editor. Sheryl and I didn't always see things eye to eye, but without her tireless devotion, we would never have managed to get the book out. Special recognition should be given to Copy Editor Blaine Hipes. There were times when it took all Blaine's wit and skill as a writer to produce readable articles from several rather mundane subjects. Pictures are the lifeblood of any publication, and I would like to thank Ben Weddle and Craig Drath for the excellent work that they did. And last, but certainly not least, I take my hat off to our Office Manager Phyllis Brazzell for her never-say- die enthusiasm when it came to the GRIFFON staff. The most important thanks goto the students, faculty and staff of Missouri Western for their cooperation in the production the 1979 GRIFFON. COL OPHON Volume 53 of Missouri Western State College GRIFFON was printed by Intercollegiate Press, 6015 Travis Lane, Shawnee Mission, Kansas. All printing is done using the offset lithography process. Paper stock is 80 pound Warren semi gloss enamel. The embossed cover is an original artpiece designed by Dr. Bill Eichorst, a member of the MWSC Art Depart- ment Staff. Approximately 13,000 and 600 color frames were shot for the final candid selections used in the 1979 GRIFFON. All color reproductions are from prints produced from Kodacolor 400 film shot at ASA ratings from 64 to 3200. All color was produced by the Custom Color Corporation of Kansas City, Missouri. Allgblack and white photographs were produced in the GRIFFON Publications darkroom. Individual portraits were done by Sudlow Studios, of Danville, Illinois. Body copy is 10110 Newton Medium, and caption copy is 8!8 Newton Medium. Headline styles not of the Newton family come from Letraset Graphics, and are handset by the GRIFFON staff. The index has been set in 8!8 Newton Medium and contains a complete listing of every student whose pic- tures appears in volume 53, and is cross-referenced by title and page content. Production on the book is done entirely by students who are participating in Specialized Publication Labs. GRIFFON YEARBOOK STAFF JIM SMILE Y SHERYL Editor DUFFY Associate Editor BEN WEDDLE BLAINE Photo Editor HIPES Copy Editor CRAIG DRATH Associate Photo Editor PHOTOGRAPHERS: Tom Brennan Matt Burns John Carmody Dave Connett Craig Drath Rick Hadsall Jack McBee Kim McCoy Brad Morrow Steve Pfliederer Dennis Strube Mark Watkins Ben Weddle SECTION EDITORS: Rich Matzes, Sports Kathy Campbell, Org. Sheryl Duffy, Classes CONTRIBUTORS: Phyllis Brazzell Roxanne Burnside Michelle Dent Walt Drannon Al Harbison Ed Hopkins June Jones Tung Le Kurt Killen Terri McClure Lori McMiIIian Kevin McPeek Candy Monachino Clarence Morris Cathy Noll Donald Paxton Julie Priest Julie Pugh Darrell Reily Paula Roberts Emmett Saunders Robbie Schnabel Denise Sims Pattie Smith Tom Stewart Pat Supple Lynda Venneman Jeff Walkup Kim Widmer Bernadette Gero Tim Willis Randy Haff Jennifer Wolfe im? Griffon Yearbook THE YEAR ON RECORD The GRIFFON Publication Staff is an equal opportunity organization. cn coiigrgin I'll'Ui-it-Q. 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