Ohio University - Athena Yearbook (Athens, OH)

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A time without RAs and learning to live on your own Off Campus Living ut of the dorms and out on their own. That ' s what off campus living meant to some students. No more dorms and no more dorm food. After two years in the dorm system students were allowed to live off campus grounds. This included housing through local homeowners and property owners. Whole houses or rooms could be rented. Apartment complexes similar to dorm housing included the College Inn and Lakeview Apartments. The College Inn had an optional meal plan where Lakeview was more apartment styled with kitchens. More responsibility came with living off campus. Students became responsible for paying water, gas, electric, cable, and telephone bills. Part of the college ex- perience and learning included living off campus and taking more responsibility of their own life. Living off campus gives this student an opportunity to play his electric guitar in the privacy of his own room. 16 — Campus Life

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YEAR ■ Big floral patterns is the fad that is printed on shirts, pants and skirts. who stuck to their own trends. Some preferred the preppy look, consisting of Shetland sweaters, kinkers, argile socks, and penny loafers. Others preferred the comfortable look with the basic Ohio University sweatshirts and sweatpants. Why spend all that money just to try and look like everybody else? I ' d rather wear what I want and be myself, said freshman Craig Banford. Flowers in the winter may seem a bit un- usual, but seasonal trends come and go. However, thi s is only until the next fad comes along. Fashionable and comfortable footwear like this is worn by either sex. Fashion — 15

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YEAR ■ $ 1 1 § Getting to cook your own food is a benefit, but sometimes a chore. Relaxing in their living room, two students enjoy an afternoon of professional football. Uniquenss in choice of living space is one plus to not living in the dorms. Off Campus Living — 17