Northeastern State University - Tsa La Gi Yearbook (Tahlequah, OK)

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Burials are often attended by only a few relatives and perhaps some close acquaintances. Funerals mourned by many are those of presidents, movie stars and well- known figures. There was one funeral, however, attended by some three thousand who came to cheer the death of the cele- brated but despised Apathy, in an unusual pep rally on the lawn north of Seminary Hall. From one viewpoint, Apathy’s burial was in fact tradi- tional — the ominously black coffin lugged by six pall- bearers robed in black gowns, the inevitable eulogy, this time given by Dr. Joe Anderson, a funeral band, and the outburst of uncontrolled emotions from a relative. It was traditional, all right, except maybe for a few things. The ceremony began with bass drummers and trumpet players from the marching band parading through build- ings in pied-piper fashion, leading the rather cheerful mourners to the gravesite. The atmosphere was festive, the band music intensifying the feelings aroused by the occasion. Hardly solemn, so to speak. Spectators filled the area around the platform and the speaker's stand; some perched in windows, on fire escapes and the roof of Seminary Hall for a better view of the happenings. “Amen!” rejoiced the crowd after the stirring eulogy was delivered and the coffin lowered into the ground. In response, the band resumed its spirited music as the cheerleaders and dance team members kicked high and the crowds clapped wildly. “This may well be the first event Apathy ever attend- ed,’ said President Roger Webb, explaining the cause of Apathy’s death as ‘‘acute gastoroid indifference.”’ “The cure is spirit — Redman spirit,’’ said Webb, lead- ing the crowd in cheers with clenched fists raised. A4 The marching band led a snake dance around the cam- pus celebrating the death of Apathy. True to the saying, ‘‘There is a birth in every dying,’ the Redman Spirit was born. 1. Pallbearers, serious but nonetheless comical, took Apathy's casket to its final resting place. 2. It was a day to celebrate, a day to let it be known that indifference has bitten the dust, as Dr. Joe Anderson delivered the eulogy for Apathy. 3. Paying their last respects to Apathy, students toss green branches onto the grave. 4. The week following the funeral, a huge bonfire was held at the burial site. Approximately 1,500 hot dogs, supplied and cooked by faculty and staff, were eaten by the crowd. burying apathy thousands attend high-spirited rally Apathy Buried 13

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Homecoming and Parents’ Day took a new direction when, for the first time, the two events were combined to generate more parent-student participation. The day began with the annual Homecoming Parade down the main street of Tahlequah. The sidewalks were packed with people of all ages, and even college stu- dents gave up their Saturday morning sleep-in to see the parade at10a.m. The Industrial Arts Club won the grand prize for floats, as well as first place in the mechanically animated cate- Seneaining them $440. The parade theme was ‘‘Anima- ion. A barbecue was held on the University Center Porch after the parade. Meal points were accepted, so some generous students were able to treat their parents to a meal for a change. After thoroughly stuffing themselves, the crowd of Red- men fans headed for Gable Field to watch the crowning Spirit animates Homecoming festivities of the Homecoming Queen, Marilyn Craig, and the pre- game activities. Che ered on by a crowd of nearly 8,000 people, the Mighty Redmen stomped the Missouri Central Mules 50- 14 Later that evening an Alumni Dance was held in the University Center Snackbar, while the students boogied down in the Ballroom to the band New Horizon. 1. Parents and students took delight in the food and the atmosphere at the Homecoming-Parents’ Day barbecue. 2. Crowds lined Muskogee Boulevard to see the floats and bands in the Homecoming Parade. 3. Gaila Miller and Mark Morris catch disco fever at the Homecoming dance. 4. Excitement was evident in the near capacity filled stands as the Redmen easily won their game. 5. Susie Hollaway and Kay Rose enjoyed the barbecue. Homecoming-Parents’ Day 15