Oregon State University - Beaver Yearbook (Corvallis, OR)

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Rachel Nelson of Yogurt Hill, one of three food venders that participated in Rock-n-Rage, serves Michelle McKee, Tracy Smith and Heather Boge. Jeff Caines takes advantage of the sunny weather with Lisa Peters during Body-n-Soul's performance. ROCK N RAC. E Gregory D Xapoli

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elaxing Rock-n-Rage offers sun, fun and relaxation Spring term on campus may not have been a military zone exactly, but for many students there was definitely still need for a little “R-n-R.” Mid-May brought the sun out and student activity up, to set the stage for MUPCs Rock n Rage. As a replacement of the Beaver Bite of past years, Rock-n-Rage was a program that hoped to send student temperatures high with a little spring fever. “For it being the first annual event, 1 thought it went pretty well.” said Derek Tippner. MUPC Co-Director of Rock-n-Rage. “Beaver Bite’s reputation was lost, and that’s why we created Rock-n-Rage.” Held at the newly remodeled Dixon Recreation Center, Rock-n-Rage utilized the pool area, sun deck, and lawn area surrounding the building. Using the addition of the George F. Steven’s Natatorium, the event hoped for a mutual benefit between the two new entities. A stage was set up on the grass just southwest of the pool facility to feature a selection of bands. Body-n-Soul, Fife On Mars, and Native Sons all entertained the crowd with upbeat rhythms and danccable beats. And for a bit of sport, students played volleyball and croquet or possibly look a dip in the pool. Others stayed a bit less mobile and took advantage of the sun for a tan. “The fact that it was a sunny day got people out and about, remarked Lezli Gohecn, Co-Director of Rock-n-Rage. “And the music and food attracted people.” Tippner agreed and added, “My favorite part was looking around and seeing ever)' activity being used to the fullest.” With the help of a committc crew, the two directors made sure that food was paired up with all the activity. Toa Yuen. Yogurt Hill, and Togo’s all had outdoor booths set up for the hungry, and people could fill and refill bright blue Rock-n-Rage event cups with pop on campus. Co-sponsoring the event with MUPC was Council Travel, an organization out of Portland which offered student travel specials. Their company theme of “Delay Reality was utilized by Rock-n-Rage for publicity of the event. With finals creeping up far too quickly for almost everybody, it was a Saturday afternoon to forget the stress of studying. “1 thought it was great,” remarked Kelli Skidmore, senior in Home Economics and Education. “1 wish there had been even more people there. 1 think a lot of people missed out. Nevertheless, according to design. Rock-n-Rage meant rest and relaxation for all. A cxi Bartlett Gregory I). Napoli Body-n-Soul's lead female singer performs for a crowd of fans. I 4 R O C K • N RAGE

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 A crowd of citizens and students gather in the quad to hold a candlelight vigil for the earth. Passcrsby look at the numerous tombstones representing endangered and extinct species within Oregon. Derrick Let Claytiw Moore E A R T II W E E K