Pittsburg State University - Kanza Yearbook (Pittsburg, KS)

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A New Image . . . university is the center of many changes — living away from home for the first time; confusion over choosing a major; administrative changes that bring new faces and new ideas to campus — all contribute to the learning atmosphere. Everyone grows and changes at any college or university. Students plan careers, grow in- tellectually, and make lasting friendships. Even instructors and university officials experience change through keeping open minds and accepting new ideas and policies. Through all the growing up and changing, each individual is reaching for an image. continued on page 5 LEADING THE WAY as his group performs to the popular song Puttin' on the Ritz at the Homecoming parade is Gail Lowmaster, Pittsburg senior.— photo by Steven Hausler Opening Kanza 84 3

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A New Image . . . SICNINC AUTOGRAPHS is John Stringer, Topeka junior. Stringer signs an autograph for an eager PSU football fan Boe Ferguson, Pittsburg resident.— photo by David Barton The 1983-84 academic year was one of many changes for Pittsburg State University as it was reaching for a new image. New University President Dr. Donald Wilson brought an aura of openness and improved com- munication to the campus. Dr. Wilson was selected as the new president by the Kansas Board of Regents in October. Improved communication was also the key to bringing about the contract agreement between the Board of Regents and the PSU-KNEA in February after being at an impasse since January. continued on page 6 THE STUDENT UNION BOARD sponsored a balloon ride at the College Lake during the beginning of the fall semester. The reflection on the college lake made for a peaceful feeling to start the year.— photo by Steven Hausler PLAYING COMPANY RIGHT with Campus Christians at the college lake is Dewayne Worthington, Wichita sophomore. The Campus Christians take advantage of a lovely day.—photo by David Barton Opening Kanza 84 5