Radford University - Beehive Yearbook (Radford, VA)

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Ms. Radford contestants welcome the audience to the pageant in their own unique manner. Ms. Radford 17 Chris LeCompte

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RU beauties dazzle audience Tri Sig struts away with crown Various beauty pageants are held yearly throughout the country in an attempt to honor the woman who possesses the most charm, grace, style and of course, physical beauty. On March 20. 1985. RU had the priviledge of viewing nine of the most elegant contestants to ever compete in a pageant. These pseudo-women gathered in Preston Auditorium for the second annual Ms. Radford Pageant which was sponsored by the sophomore class. The contestants managed to charm seven distinguished judges and a capacity-crowd of enthusiastic RIJ students. The pageant began with a formal introduction of each contestant who represented a club or organization. An opening dance routine to the ever-popular and seemingly appropriate tune entitled Loverboy” entertained the rowdy crowd. The contestants then dazzled the audience with a bathing suit competition. Russell Hinton, repre- senting Alpha Sigma Alpha, donned a string bikini while Jerry' Fafaul, representing Alpha Sigma Phi. wore a more conservative one-piece bathing suit with a matching sun bonnet. The talent competition was the next highlight of the evening as each contestant performed obviously, well rehearsed dance routines to popular songs such as “Let's Get Physical.” Manhunt” and Like A Virgin. It was in this area of the pageant that the natural ability and charisma of the contestants really stood out. In an attempt to test the intelligence of each glamour girl.” Master of Ceremonies, Barry Ratcliffe. asked the contestants some rather difficult questions on the topic of world hunger. The rcponscs were quite interesting, yet nonetheless, they remained unprintable. While the judges tallied up their votes and argued over who was really the shapeliest beauty, the audience was entertained by the popular Time” air-band and guitarist singcr Tom Vernccrn. Some comments from the audience. before the final decision had been made, revealed that Ms. Radford 1985 was a genuine success. Freshmen Beth Kerns stated, I thought it was humorous because the contestants did such a realistic job portraying women. Donna McCrory added. The turnout was excellent, and the crowd really supported the contestants. The time had finally come to announce the winner and the audience was filled with anticipation and suspense. Drumroll please . . . The winner is Bobby Jackson, representing Sigma Sigma Sigma and first runner up goes to Jerry' Fafaul . . . Fortunately, the judges’ selections agreed with the overwhelming audience response and RU was honored to have played a part in choosing the most beautiful girl in the world. ) by Kathy Letsch Bobby Jackson seductively takes center stage during the opening song 16 Ms. Radford

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Students head to Claytor lake as the days get warm Even warm sunny day available, RU students headed for Claytor Lake. The popular lake, located approximately 20 minutes from campus. offered students the opportunity to relax, take a study break, socialize and have fun. This year thousands of students went to the lake to enjoy the hot days of spring and summer. Many students enjoyed the peaceful environment of the lake. The scenic view of the mountains surrounding the lake, the sound of the wind swaying the trees, and the sun rays filtering through the trees gave the lake a heavenly trail. “Claytor lake was a place to get away. F.vcn though it may be noisy, it was still peaceful. The splash of the water puts me in my own little world. said sophomore Debbie Hamilton. Main students went to the lake between classes to study or to relax. However, other students went to the lake just to celebrate. Loud radios, multi-colored coolers and many frisbees enhanced the scenery at the lake. I went to the lake to relax and have fun with my friends. said senior Susan Fraser. Everybody had a great time socializing with the crowd. New' acquaintances, friendships and even marriages have been known to originate at Claytor Lake. } by Marie Ferrey 18 Claytor Lake