Northwest Missouri State University - Tower Yearbook (Maryville, MO)

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A lake of exciting opportunities awaited stu- dentsupon their return tocampus forthe fall as the development of Mozingo Lake escalated to ofler several recreational activities, including golf. Infact, golf became so popular among students that it surprised some Maryville officials. “We had more students playing than what we had expected,” Rick Schultz, Mozingo golf pro- fessional, said. “We set a budget for the number of students we expected to come oul, bul they exceeded that number, [1 was amazing how many students owned golf clubs and could afford to come out and play nine or 18 holes.” Butaffordability was made casicr as Mozingo Officials offered students discounted rates and season passes for nine or 18 holes. Student prices were $8 for nine holes and $13 for 18 holes. This was $1.50 less in cach area than the regular rates. In 1995 and 1996, college and high school Students golfed a combined 2,000 rounds. This aS approximately one sixth of the total rounds golfed at Mozingo. While high school students were included in this figure, Schultz said the ajority were Northwest students. Because the University did not offer golf as a Port, the state-of-the-art golf course gave stu- denis who enjoyed golf the opportunity to play. “Thad a couple girls come in from Iowa and they Were disappointed that there wasn’t a girls’ golf team at the University,” Schultz said. “ht asn’t even something they had asked about, they just expected there to be one.” Mozingo had its ofticial grand opening of all 18 oles during the summerof 1996, and the Univer- KY Was not shy about taking advantage of the fing Opportunities. Mae ovensity had used the golf course for + ing activities,” Schultz said. “They had a zo) f course to their advantage, and that on, P Casal surprise.” 'S did not bother Maryville officials who University and community consider new recreation area up to par welcomed students to the recreation area with open arms. “The members of (Maryville City) Council were very aware of the University,” Schultz said. “We didn’t want to do anything that didn’t in- clude the students into the Maryville community. It was important to remember the University. It was a big part of Maryville and it was important to... make them feel welcome.” But students found Mozingo to be more than just a golf course. The recreation area also in- cluded boating, swimming, picnic areas with shelters, hiking and lishing, not to mention the beautiful landscape that allowed students to go outside, wander and relax. Many students took advantage of swimming opportunities with the development of a swimming area complete with a sand beach. Mozingo Lake, nestled just outside of Maryville on Highway 136, was filled toits water capacity in 1996. The origin of the recreation area developed afier Maryville officials decided the city needed anew water supply. The recreational activiles developed as a bonus to the water neces- sily. Grecks appreciated that bonus overthe summer when they moved the annual summer work weck- end festivities to the recreation area, Previously, Grecks met at one of the local motels and used the pool there to reunite and visit for the summer, “People just wanted to do something instead of just going to the pool,” Jeff Bettger said. “They just wanted to get out of town. And also some people had boats and wanted to go water skiing or jet skiing.” Greeks enjoyed the recreation area so much that many said Mozingo would continue to be a part of work weekend in the future. Mozingo was something both the Maryville and Universitycommunities could enjoy together as the relationship between the two continued to grow. € ore students playing golf than what we had expected,” Rick Schultz said. “It was amaz- ing how many students owned golf clubs and could afford to come out and play nine or Sw, By Chris Triebsch Mozingo ¢ 17 god

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Monty King plans his putt while playing golf with his employer. Students paid $8 for nine holes and $13 for 18 holes. Photo by Chris Tucker Tim Rose backs a golf cart into position while working at the Mozingo Golf Course. Rose also spent time picking up golf balls on the driving range. Photo by Chris Tucker Northwest alumni search for a stray golf ball in the rough of the 18th hole during the Homecoming Alumni Tournament. Mozingo frequently offered specials in conjunction with campus events such as Family Day and Homecoming. Photo by Lesley Thacker In Transition

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From the first day of classes to the last day of teaching, students and instructors face new stages in their lives. Sometimes triumphing, sometimes just surviving, dealing with change was a natural part of life at the University. 18 Special Section In Transitian