Penn State University - La Vie Yearbook (University Park, PA)

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2w ehy Susan Duugltcrty T UDENTLIF Characterized By An Unequalled Spirit hat is it that inspires alumni to come home to Penn State year after year? It wasn't just the breath-taking campus grounds and buildings, thought-provoking classes, or even the numerous sporting events. There was an enthusiasm that was Charging the hoop. this student broke through the defense to sink this basket during a pick-up game in North Halls. Throughout their stay at the Univer- sity. students main- tained a careful balance between academics and free time with an un- equalled spirit. It's such a rush at the end when you know that you've done something special and that you can stop danc- ing. See the story of the Dance Mar- athon on page 28. ul'loagie. Penn State's oldest alum- nus, celebrated his lOan birthday and continued in- volvement with the University. See the story on Alumni on page 62. within every person who came in contact with the school. This vitality began with the first day of orientation. New students moved in, made friends, went to classes, and as the year rolled on realized what the upperclass- men already knew-that they wereh't attending a gener- ic university. This distinct vigor was enhanced as major events brought the students together in force. For example, homecoming was a burst of spirit and pride. The tradi- tions abounded with the bonfire, midnight vigil, parade, tailgates, football, and alumni from across the country. The alumni came back to be a part of the spirit that exists here-a spirit joining thousands of diverse personalities. Despite the powerful union which created all this pride, students still remained their own distinctive selfs. This dichotomy allowed for new dimensions and view- points in all aspects of the university. The dramatic and subtle differences in the characters making up our stu- dent body and the interaction among these personalities made even casual happenings like a pickup basketball game great fun-a spectacle worth seeing. E D l T O R Andrea Halliwell Student Life Divider

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-by jim Swanik E a'sweoirz t1 Arrival Day for most fresh- men is emotional and event- ful because they are starting a new life on their own. Ori- entatim Leaders and Resi- dent Assistants start making the new studcnrs feel at home from the beginning. 10 Arrival Day Bicyclcs-Srudents Stan waiting in lines to regisrer their bikes at the HUB parking lot. The wave-Freshmen get their First shot at a Penn State wave at Be A Part From The Start, held in Rec Hall. r