Northwestern Oklahoma State University - Ranger Yearbook (Alva, OK)

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Men allegedly shirking duties Whatever happened to the old-fashioned date where the boy made all of the arrangements, picked the girl up, treated her like a queen and even paid for it? Now days, this scene can only be found in a 19505 movie. Not only does the boy never call the girl to set up a date, but when he does it, it is only to go get a coke or to invite her over to watch a movie with about 10 other people who have split the cost of the movie rental. If by some remote chance a date does take place, it is not the boy who calls the girl, but the exact opposite. With the onset of the 805 and the push for the ERA came the acceptance of a girl to call any boy that she pleases and ask him out. Then the couple must face the problem of who is going to pick up the tab. Do they go dutch or does the boy do the honors since it is the proper thing to do? Another problem facing todayis dating practices is the terminol- ogy used. After a couple has gone out a few times, regardless of who instigated the relationship, what term is used to describe the happenings? The term ttgoing togetherli cannot be used without an agreement that the couple will date each other. The term ltdatingll is completely out of the question since no one has actually gone out on a date. But then there is the term llseeing each otherli, which could simply mean that the couple is standing within each other,s line-of-sight. But it is not completely the menis fault. The girl in every rela- tionship has allowed this to happen. Women donlt stand up for their old-fashioned beliefs any more. They have conceded to making the phone calls and planning the evenings. They have accepted the fact that the men of the world are shirking their duties and donlt ever intend to change. No matter how you look at it, dating is out. Unfortunately, it probably went out with the hula-hoop. by Vicki Nighswonger T HE LOUNGE at Fryer Hall provides a convenient meeting place for Sherri Johnson and Paul Verble to study together. Johnson is the sole residence assistant at the dorm for upperclasswomen. N0 MALEH'EMALE relationship can compare to that of a man and his car. Mark Manson shows of his prized companion to his friends Jefrey Froage and Chuck K0110? 2 4 Relationships

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T0 GETA BIRDhS EYE VIEW ofa home football game, Kelli Doll and Taren Earnest perch on the walkway leading to stands at Ranger Field. THE COMMUTER LOUNGE ut the Student Center proves a quiet, restful place for Ralph Burton to relax and catch up on some reading. THE ANNUAL CHILI SUPPER sponsored by Phi Beta Lambda is a popular event with students and faculty alike. The supper is always held in the Student Center immediately prior to double-header basket- ball games. INTRAMURAL SPORT S are an extremely popular way to utilize leisure time. Here referee RobbieAustin monitors the play of David Austin and Randy Wagner. Leisure 2 3

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T OGET HERNESS for T im Kinzie and Laurie Pain- ton extends even to playing drums together in the pep band at Ranger basketball games. Director Christee Jenlink keeps her eyes on the floor action. SPRING FEVER brings out the urge for relaxation in Jeffrey Froage and Denise Knowles. T hey take advan- tage of nice weather early in the season to enjoy the sunshine in Alvak park. M 0T HERS are notorious for always giving their kids a helping hand and Kelli Grasser is no exception. She boosts herfuture star, Mitch, while he practices his slam dunk. BEST FRIENDS, Lori T hornton and Scott Heusel gaze deeply into each otherhs eyes. Whatever they see there must be amusing. Relationships 2 5