Morehead State University - Raconteur Yearbook (Morehead, KY)

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W0 students work together on a chemistry project in one of MSU's chemistry -bs. Chemistry or any physical science takes a lot of precise measurements which quires a patient mind. LEIMDVJ. AH'ISEH MIXING chemicals is a part of every scientist's daily schedule. Tom Boocher, a senior from Dayton, Ohio, gains a lot of use from the chemistry lab in pursuit of his professional chemistry major. CRACKING the books is a slogan best describing a student involved in lab work. Senior Elizabeth Foster of Bardstown is gathering data which may influence her medical technology major. LESLEY TACKETT

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Physical Sciences Offer Hands-On Experience The Department of Physical Sciences at Morehead State University includes degree programs in several areas, as well as pre-professional studies in others. Dr. John C. Philley, the department chairman, stressed that uphysical sciences is plural - it includes chemistry, geology and physics. Also, students who wish to pursue careers in optometry or engineering school may receive a two year associates degree in engineering. Engineering students are given a first-hand view of what lies ahead for them when they tour the University of Ken- tucky's School of Engineering in February. Due to the growing demand for more science and math teachers, MSG now has a Center for Science Education. Students who are interested in teaching may be certified in the areas of biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics. The labs con- nected with these areas of study are modern and well-equipped. One of the most popular attractions of the department is the university planetarium. lt hosts a popular annual Christmas pro- gram dealing with the Star of Bethlehem, as well as other special events. With the approach of Halley's Comet in early 1986, the planetarium hosted a program written by Dr. Mark Littmann, who has written a book on the comet. Dr Littmann spoke in early Oc- OF 5T :X'z'i MATHEMATICAL SCiENCES M lAPPlN H2 RHONDA Nolan, a junior geology major from Lewis County and Susan Oliver, a senior geology major from Greenville, Ohio, raise money for M.S.U.'s Geology club by having a bake sale. Bake sales are a major way that clubs earn money. Physical Sciences tober at Button Auditorium about Halleyis Cornet and gave history of the comet and of Halley. People have long held the beli. that comets are iiomens, of death of kings, famines, floods, an wars, according to Dr. Littmann. In November, MSG hosted the annual meeting of the Kentuck Academy of Sciences. Nearly three hundred representatives fro other universities and industries throughout the state attended. In the spring, the department sponsors a trip by a group . students and faculty to the Gulf Coast Research Lab in Gulf Coas Mississippi. The students utilize the marine lab, which provide them with the opportunity to study a marine atmosphere fir hand. The only student organization associated with the Departme of Physical Sciences is the Geology Club. Members participate in number of fund raisers throughout the year and use the mone they earn for subsidized field trips. The Department of Physical Sciences at Morehead Stat University offers students many opportunities to advance the studies through varied courses, as well as by hands on experienc By LISA HOPKINS mwwam .LLEDDVJ. AEI'TSEFI

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7 1 :11 , A 6 5'qu This year, the Morehead State Universi marching band'introduced a new and ve enthusiastic director of bands, Richard : Miles. Mr. Miles is most recently fro Jefferson High School in Lafayett Indiana, where he directed the band for 3 years. He studied music education Appalachian State University in Boon North Carolina, and did graduate work the University of Illinois. Premiering in this year's fiel performances is the 18 member auxilia corps comprised of flags, dancers, and t feature twirlers. Jennie Osterheld, fro Rockford, Illinois, is the auxilia choreographer of the new corps. Many . the members are flagidance cor- instructors at high schools in Kentuck Ohio, and West Virginia. Three differe sets of colorful, specially designed fla- complement the professional dan- choreography. The all new FlagiDan Corps and feature twirlers, Molly Large, senior from Kitts Hill, Ohio, and Melis Schunk, a senior clothing and textil major from Harrison, Ohio, are featured i the exciting Duke Ellington tune, it Don Mean a Thing if it Ain't Got That Swing. There are 115 members in this year band. Surprisingly, over one-half of the M80 band was the half-time attraction at a halftime are non-music majors. game between professional football teams the In- uThere seems to be a renew diana Colts and the New England Patriots. The ' game was held at theHosierDome in Indianapolis. enthusiasm about making music and t Aalpmg lieu . M80 Band