Siena College - Saga Yearbook (Loudonville, NY)

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Jazz Ensemble: R0w1; E K05 WiceAPresj, J. Bonville konductory B. Laurenzo Wresj, B. Armstrong Ureasj, l. Farina, R. Pulver. Row 2; G. Herba, R. Grismer; Missing: J. Gulisane, K Pepe, F. Vitala M. Mitchel. Schola Cantorum: R0w1; L. Ahola, D Skiba, J. Bangert Mr. Rand N, Zaloom Row 2; K. Vincent, K. Andrews, D. Stack, T. McGovern, M. Riley, B, Wittick, S. Romeq l. Grosskopf, D. Grogam A, Knapp. Row 3; M Reamer, D. Riddle, P. Beaudin, T. O'Connor, B. Bayba, Q Herba, K. Vinett, V. Brown. 23

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A creative touch Creative expression is a Vital aspect of the community here at Sienai Our creative groups concern themselves with such varied endeavors as journalism, literature, the theatre and music. Despite these differences in focus they have one thing in common; over the past year all of these groups have experienced new growth and improvements For the first time in its history, Sienals theatre group had a full-time directort From the time Mark Heckler was hired, in the Spring of 1979, he has worked to improve every aspect of theatre at Siena. He spent the entire summer rewiring a new lighting system and making several other technical improvements. He worked closely with the members of the theatre board and, togetheri they decided to change the group's name from The Little Theatre to a more professional Stage III, Stage III was much larger this year than it has been in the past and Mr. Heckler made a great effort to involve all students, especially freshman in its activities. The Coffee House, Sienals alternative to the rowdy party routine, enjoyed increased popularity this year due to a combination of factors, including the improved quality of the performers and an active Coffee House staff. Coffee House had its greatest success with the Open House performances, in which talented student performers had the Chance to become stars for an evening. From its beginnings last year, the Jazz Ensemble has grown in size and musical ability. Under a new director, loseph Benville, a graduate of the College of St; Rose, the Ensemble practiced weekly. Several successful concerts were presented both on campus and in local high schools, The Schola Cantorum participated in many activities this year. W. ludson Rand, the Choirls director, led the group in the MiniePop Concert and Iiturgies held on campus The highlight of Schola's year was the annual Nativity Pageanti in which the Christmas story was reenacted while songs of the season were sung. tcontinued on page 24l 22 'ENA THEATRI COME HERE TONIGHT AND SEE WHY 7100 Stage Three Board of Directors Chris loele, Chair; Marie Connors, sec. treas. Dorothy Skiba, Frank D'Agostino, Jim McAllister, lerry Hubner, Debra LaGue, Diane Schiraldi, Sean Weil, lane Lapointe, Colleen lones; student rep.; Dennis Stryker, student rep; Mark A. Heckler, faculty advisor. x Coffee House Row 1: K. Bosheri C. Whaley tSechTreasa, C. Hunter, Row 2: J. Darrah, Jt Earley, K Schmidt, D. Skiba. Missing: P, Northrup, P. Reyell, L, Houle.

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Creative . . . Learning all facets of photography is the aim of the Photo Club. Members developed their own film and acquired new techniques while working in the dark room. An exhibition of photos taken by members was presented in the library lobby. WVCR, the Voice of College Radio, grew 13396, over the last year to a membership of 87 people. For the first time in many years WVCR was able to remain on the air last summer Efforts were made to improve and organize the programming of the station. Although many Siena students are not aware of WVCR, a loyal following has been built up over the years. A radio station is very important to the college as it serves the needs of both the college and local community. Beverwyck, Sienais literary magazine, has played a large part in the exposure of the creative side of the school. Printed annually, Beverwyck combines original written works, sketches and paintings into a rich and provacative publication. The INDIAN, Siena's campus newspaper, under Editor-inAChief Bryan Coakley experienced a banner year. Returning students were surprised when The INDIAN appeared the first week back with a new flag tdesigned by Business Director and our own Editor-ini Chief Bob Banacht, As the fall semester progressed, a new format and more new graphics were added to improve readability, Another innovation was splitting the Arts Editor into two positions: Arts Editor and Feature Editor, which allowed for both sections to increase considerably. Both students and faculty alike remarked that The INDIAN improved greatly over past years and this is one fact that Bryan is very proud of. 24 The INDIAN: R. 1; S. Roeder tFeature Editort, C. Haselsteiner tBusiness Managert, K. Finn. R. 2; K. Colleary, B. Coakley tEditor-in-Chieft, R. Martin tPhotography Editort, T. Nicholson, A. Sheridan, T. McCanty tManaging Editort, K. Alonge tAdvertising Managert R. 3; B. Banach tBusiness Directort, G. Reichel tArts Editort, D. Palladino, P. Markey. R. 4; l. Millers K. Napolitano, N. Dupreys P. Chippari. Missing: L. Admy, M. Bell, 8. Bennett, B. Blanchfield, A. Bradley, M. Connors, C Coley, A. Hall, L Moore, J. Parmeter, T. Regan, Si Shepardson, A, Shea, D. Epstein, V. Roberts, B. Simbari, P. Beaudin tNews Editort, M. Crimi tSports Editort, 1.0'Neills C. Cailahans D, Catera, C. Hopko, L, Westermann, L. Martina J. Flory. WVCR: Rt 1; Mt Vredenburg, R. 2; N4 Zaloom, T. Colburn, l. Sheehan, Ti Dee, P. Foley, L Kalmer, T. Irvine, R. 3; M. Waller, K. Farry, B. Treuchery, M. Harrington, T. Maloy, W. Ryan, J. Meagle, K. Kearney, P. Markey.