Southeast Missouri State University - Sagamore Yearbook (Cape Girardeau, MO)

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Many local hair styling centers specialize in cuts for both men and women. Katie Grass styles Dave Frey's hair at Coiffures Unlimited. While pets are not allowed in dorm rooms, many off-campus students befriend animals of every shape and size for companionship. Beverly Reece and Chuck Von admire this colorful parrot at jungle lim. '21 if 72 7' Tin , - ',.f'iI1ESX , W rf i ' l- l Y ' , ,f-1,45 ,Wg : A V :-' Viz, ..1g,iEQf,,iv:.1 -ziggy V. .. l'Q5g,ff.,I-1, ' Nr- ,wilt V.:-:im-:V ' - :I1,i Q, f' 'qi :4z,:2i a1'1.gf,-5-1-g, , r Q . 5 A 6 , c we Introduction S

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f ' if ,--ii.g:i::- win. iffwpfl ' v 'S Jlv ' 1' . .r f. -. muff- ,-' .v-ffw ' --Q . . w, 1 4 introduction Cape Girardeau is a community of over 35,000 residents. It is a growing metropolis where vast varieties of jobs are available for most area residents as well as commuters from throughout southeast Missouri. However, not included in its official population this year were over 8,500 individuals who also played an integral role in the continual development of Cape Girardeau. They were, of course, the full-time 'and part-time students who attended Southeast Missouri State'University located right off Broadway. SEMSU and the city of Cape Girardeau have an unusual relationship. While they exist independently of one another, they are as closely related as two connecting puzzle pieces. Both provide vital services and recreation to each other and their residents. Cape Girardeau offered students an escape route from study and boredom. During warm months, nine city parks and Trail of.Tears state park provided a place for fishing, 'boating, picnics, frisbee throwing, camping, or hiking. Over 45 area restaurants were invaded when students grew tired of cooking or eating dorm food or when Sunday evenings rolled around. A new Wendy's for ham- burgers and Danver's Restaurant specializing in roast beef, taunted college bud ets. Night spots with live entertainm nt lured local young adults. For those with proper identification proving legal age, Cape Girardeau bars were the place to be for fun and friends. Some of the old favorites included the Endzone, Smitty's, The Playdium, and the Algiers which were located close to campus. A sophisticated disco called Dan'l was opened by the Holiday Raquet Club and became a new retreat for students. What would local merchants do without university students? Shopping was once again a favorite pastime even if window shopping was all that was affordable on a college budget. Especially in November and early December, the university students played Santas in downtown and midtown stores searching for the perfect gifts for those someone specials. ln fact, Cape Girardeau grosses over 5170 million in retail sales annually, according to the Chamber of Commerce. Right Off Weekly grocery shopping is a necessary chore many students never experience before moving off campus. Mike Otten compares prices to insure the best buys on a limited college budget. l l l

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6 Introduction T Right Qff Located right off Broadway meant several advantages for Southeast Missouri State University students. Shows, shopping areas, restaurants, Capaha Park, and many other community attractions were within walking distance. ln addition, the university provided many important services to the community. A great number of SEMSU students worked in the community on a paid or volunteer basis. Nursing students provided help in local hospitals. Gamma Sigma Sigma and Alpha Phi Omega service organizations volunteered their help at the SEMO District Fair. Sororities and fraternities sponsored service projects to benefit both young and old. Students worked as candy stripers, helping hands, and friends to local service and volunteer organizations. In addition, students worked their way through school or lined scant budgets by community jobs. Department, clothing, and grocery stores employed full-time or part-time student help. Fast food restaurants or establishments with more refined cuisine also utilized university students. University-sponsored events attracted many local residents for an evening of entertainment. The University Theatre was especially popular with local residents. Many out-of-town groups reserved seats weeks in advance. In addition, cultural events drew community residents. Performances by university music groups such as symphonic and concert band, the university choir, and university orchestra were open to area residents. The University museum attracted thousands of Missouri residents with its displays of the Egyptian artifacts and lake Wells Missouri Mills. The museum was open during regular business hours and at other times for specialized tours. Homecoming involved both commun- ity and university working side by side. The community provided spots for floats to be built and for party and reunion meeting sites. Cape Girardeau residents turned out in large numbers to watch the early morning parade and then attend the afternoon football game. Of course, the university also provided an opportunity for area residents to advance their educations. A wide variety of night classes and. Saturday business classes enabled those employed full-time to work toward a first or 'even second college degree. Kent Library displays many works of art throughout the year. Chris Kuhn admires this exhibit of 40 original prints entitled Twentieth Century Graphics.