Southeastern Oklahoma State University - Savage Yearbook (Durant, OK)

Text from Pages 1 - 246 of the 1988 volume:

Index Opening ................................. 2 Inauguration 17 Activities .............. - ............... 33 Sports ...................... w ....... w ..... 66 Organizations ...................... 98 Greeks........................ ........ 130 Support Services .............. 146 ACademics ......................... 170 Faculty......................... ....... 196 Students . ....... 206 Closing ............................... 231 6'13 0de Back to the Basics The Savage Yearbook Published for the Students, Faculty and Staff of Sanibeastern Oklahoma State University Sta tion A, Box 4237 . Durant, Oklahoma 74701 . . 64059 924-0121, extension 699 Editor - Michael Brumley Adviser - Julia Daphne Davis Publisher - Tom Wensel, Representa tive- Heningtan Publishing Company Wolfe. City, Texas People make the difference at Southeastern State University People were the most people. People were into Important part of everything from pizza Southeastern Oklahoma eating contests to f Shtate Ignivertgity. Frohm rollerskating to x2. res man 0 pro essor, t e . xx , school was geared to meet croshetlixlg. 81.311031! diinces e - If the needs of all involved in an .pafl as p aye. a arge x the e du c ational process. part m t e entertamment of x x Activities added variety students. Life at SOSU was e x to the daily life of campus terrific. x Walte Jinkins works the crowd at a basketball game. Pam Smith celebrates a birthday with balloons from friends. Charlie N 9 well picks up his mail on his way to class. Bobby Pool gets mentally preparea? to take the field. Students and faculty had various activities to keep their days full. Financial aid jobs gave students on-the-job training as well as some money to help with expenses. Faculty members also served as club sponsors to interact socially with students. Others used sports as outlets for excess energy. Some even brought their pets along to have in the collegaexperience. Robin Eastwood works on the school newspaper, The Southeastern, as a reporter and typesetter. David Norris keeps in touch by telephone With many of the students he works With as vice president ofstudent affairs. Bill Nocker bulldogs on weekends and as part of the university rodeo team. Frosty, an Eskimo Spitz purebreed belonging to yearbook adviser Julia Davis, is the unofficial mascot of the S12 vage staff. An oId-fashioned street lamp recalls the early days of Southeastern. Alice Hudson studies hard to keep her grades up before heading out to an evening offuu and excitement in Durant and the surrounding area. Frustration occurs whenever a car breaks down. It becomes more so When the car belongs to a commuting student who has to hurry home to a job. AIDS hysteria is sweeping the 113 tion. Dr. Ronald Gilcher explains the disease to students. College was a place to learn about the world and about onehs self. Classes and field trips, simulations and speakers brought hom the fact that knowledge is an ongoing process. Southeastern educators worked to stimulate the desire for knowledge as well as the ability to seek out that information. This year SOSU drew students not only from Oklahoma but from across the United States. The campus also boasted a large enrollment of international students from ?lfl continents and walks of 1 e. The sharing and these cultures enhanced the lessons taught in ihe classroom by hearing about hhow the same thing was done back home? Activities were arranged by both the faculty and students to make Southeastern hone big familyf a place Where everyone belonged. Halloween ghouls show up for a party Michele Duelmiug practices ber shots for a big game. Jolm Lysons grills food for paren tse day activities. High water at Lake Texoma slowed down summer fun. Students find education fascinating Carla Lowe feels pensive While waiting for class. Beth Smith pa uses from work on the yearbook. Dr. Ingrid Westmoreland listens to a student. Students found getting an education to be more than the ttold grind't. The pursuit of a high quality education became fascinating When time was allowed for extra-curricular activities. Those interested in journalism enhanced their studies with jobs on the schoolts newspaper, yearbook or radio station. Others found satisfaction in the bio-medical labs, the music library, the industrial shops or even working for the campus landscaping crew. Donnie Griffith lends a hand to best friend Carrie Sullivan while walking through the woods near campus. Dr. Da vid Norris and Dr. Jim Milligan pause during an autograph session for their new books to talk with prospective students. Mrs. Vickie Hudson grades papers before heading to tennis practice with her students. Mrs. Marcella Rainbolt keeps the paperwork Howing for her boss, Dr. Paul Mansur, dean of the School ofArts and Letters and chairman of the music departmen t. Assistance is only a question away KXII newsman Jamie Garza askes students of their reaction to the AIDS conference. Enrollment brings book shopping time around as students hunt for bargains. Cheerleaders practice their skills for the first game of the season. Gary Shepherd Hashes a smile before class. Assistance was only a question away. Students and faculty learned that all one needs is to ask and help is there. Librarians were ready to help find documents and references. Maintenance personnel put hours into keeping the campus ready for incoming students. School administrators kept an open doorhh policy for faculty and students to bring problems, concerns or ideas to their attention. Da W11 Shufeldt climbs through the film stand bars in Bloomer Sullivan Gymnasium to deliver a message to a newsman. Greg Neece finds a hole to drive through during hom ecoming'. Students celebrate the coming of the weekend at a dance. John Morgan tries a dying Pelicantt durix swimming clan Alice Hudson keeps up to date on the late happenings on campt M 00d 5 wings are part makes1:215:22???3333;132:2213: o o . 1n the SSU homecoming paraa Of belng a blg famlly Part of any family was tolerance of mood swings. The ttfamilytt at Southeastern was no different. The different cultures and people of campus insured that some friction probably occured, but as in any family, it quickly passed. While some wanted to have the class clown terminated, others were glad for the diversion. When a phone tthog drive roommates to distraction, the party at the other end was happy for the company. Carol Browns Wishes that looks could kil IIIIW! I;.. 10 Part of the campus mood swings were caused by saying goodbye. It was hard watching someone who had spent four or five years in the next chair graduate and move on to the next stage of life. It was even harder letting go of friends and teachers who died, either by illness or accidents. The support of students and faculty kept life exciting, refreshing and even bearable. Alan Crone struts during the homecoming parade. Darrin Dean works off some tension shooting a quick game of snooker. Delana Smith helps out With the serving line during the paren ts' day luncheon. In Memory Dorothy Laycock 12 Southeastern faced a number of changes during the 1987-88 school year. Veteran university president Leon Hibbs resigned under fire from investigations by various government agencies. The university was placed in the very capable hands of Dr. Larry Williams, who was sworn in as the fifteenth president of Southeastern. Several teachers retired to take advantage of the early retirement benefits. New faces were found in the classroom when springts semester began. Other things changed but the universityts commitment to quality education remained steady. Tau Kappa Epsilon members, pledges and little sisters participate in Springfest I V. Dr. Larry Williams surveys the front Ia was of Morrison on his first day as the Savage president. An open tailrace at the Denison Dam signals good fishing for anglers on campus. Shawn Ramsey of the tennis team finds a sunny afternoon a perfect time to destroy her tennis partner. An impromptu concert by the university band perks spirits during the noon hour. Jack Peters takes part in a has ternity prank, this time dressing in women's clothes and dashing across campus. Savages come In all shapes, Forms and sizes Life is for living And finding fulfillment Fulfillment of dreams were a major part of life at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Dreams came in all shapes and forms. For some it was the receiving of a hard earned bachelor or master degree. For others, it was the receipt of a gold band and the ttMrsP degree. Still others found the discipline a reward in its self. Beth Smith cuddles next to date James Smith before heading to an Alpha Sigma Tau party. Janis Hardison beads to class after a quick lunch. Helen Miller works diligently through homework. 14 ? :3; :3: n. 15afh e5 eeea?! Nah? -wi; L. vi. 1 1 :8 $$ ygageegt 0 cu MO The sweet sense of belonging became apparent as new freshmen and transfer students were welcomed on campus. It was also apparent in the quick acceptance and help given to visitors. Lisa Fox gets a pat on the shoulder while waiting in the enrollment line for What seems like the third day. Jaynea Hearns can't believe the fun from tossing quarters as she passes through the crowded coffee shop. Alpha Sigma Tau members congrega te at a fa vorite table. Beth Smith, Leah Rowan and Amy Garrett share some ttdirttt with Tami Cogburn. Wilson and Marlow are Champions Ronnie Wilson and Eric Marlow became the first National Junior Debate Champions during the spring. The title was created by the national debate organization to recognize the abilities of underclass debators. Savage spirit Keeps growing : Through happiness, sorrow, changes and daily life, the sweet Savage spirit kept growing as students and faculty reached out for each other. Savage tuba players get into the spirit by painting their blue and gold for Sa vage football games. Dr. Larry Williams pumps spirit by praising the $3 vages. The Investiture 0f LARRY WILLIAMS as the fifteenth president of SOUTHEASTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY November 15, 1987 Montgomery Auditorium Durant, Oklahoma Williams named Southeastern president Dr. Larry Williams, the fifteenth president of Southeastern Oklahoma State University, brought to the office 20 years of experience in university administration. He was a native of Cushing and holds the Bachelor of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees from Central State University, and the Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of Oklahoma. He did additional graduate work at Oklahoma State Universty and the University of Nebraska. He was also a graduate of the National College and University Personnel Association School and was a Certified Administrative Manager. Dr. Williamsi administrative career began in 1967 as Accounting Office Manager in the Comptrolleris Office at Oklahoma State University. In 1969, he began his professional connection with Central State University. Between then and 1987, he served CSU as Assistant Comptroller, Associate Director and Director of University Personnel Services, Director of the Office of Affirmative Action, and Assistant Vice President and Vice President for A dmjnjstra Lion. Subsequently, he was Interim President of Southeastern Oklahoma State University from May to August 1987, when he was named President by the Board of Regents of educational legislation an Oklahoma Colleges. computers ' Dr. Williams was a administrativ member of various managemen professional organizations Born June 9, 1945,i and held positions of active Cushing, he and his wif leadership in many of them: J anice had three childre Among them were the Natalie, Nicole and Bra Oklahoma Association of Dr. Williams broughtt College and University Southeastern a history 0 Personnel Administrators, service rich in dedicatio National College and and commitment to highe University Personnel educatio Association, Oklahoma During speeches t Association for Affirmative students and faculty, h Action, and the Oklahoma stressed the importance 0 Association of College and a good foundation f0 University Business education and maintain Officers. the sterling integrity of th He was honored for curriculum at Southeaster distinguished service by He also emphasized th the National College and fact that Southeaster University Personnel Oklahoma State Universit Association and the United was operated for th State Junior Chamber of benefit of the student bod Commerce. His publications first with all others comin were in the areas of nex Inauguration day started rainy with umbrellas and raincoats being hauled out. The first official function was a luncheon of smoked tenderloin of beef, blackened fish or chicken veronique. Stacey Hamilton escorts a guest to the lunch eon. Gertrue Carter fills a plate. Jeri Williams looks over the buffet table. Kay and Don Parbam, Bernice and Louis Johnson, and Buddy and Doris Spencer go through the serving line. Rain doeswt Dampen Spirits For investiture Luncheon draws capacity crowd Norma and Paul Mansur pause at the end of the buffet line. Mrs. Koala HazeII performs harp solos during the meal. M usical selections by the Chamber Singers are led by director Pablo F. Pedrziza. Dr. Larry Williams listens to Regent Avalon Reece during the meal. The inaugural luncheon was held at 1 p.m. in the university Ballroom on November 15. Presiding at the meal was Dr. Dan Hobbs, interim chancellor for the iogklahoma State Regents fer Higher Education. Dr. Ernest Starch, vice president for academic affairs offered the mu J o a g? a ' t?! O O h $ t ' $3000.: ' ' t 9 Q invocation. Dr. Hobbs then introduced the guests. Greetings were broughtb Chancellor Emritus Dr. E. Dunlop, Central State University President Dr. Bill J. Lillard and the Honorable Guy Davis, majority floor leader for the Oklahoma House of Representatives. 0Q. 006 999.9000. OQOQOOOO OOOOOOO 09000000 'QQQOOOO O.'e0090 00 ;.9; 00x 90. 90 eQOO Q 999'. u 909; -O 5094' 0; 59.9.0; V 4k; xtg loo . 969.3: CAMPUS OF A THOUSAN D MAGN OLIAS Dr. Larry Williams The university ballroom is filled Dr. Williams tells the people that responded to the greetings to capacity during the be is proud of Southeastern and and remarks followed by in vitation-only luncheon. its long history of quality closing remarks by Dr. education. Hobbs. Rep. Guy D8 vis congra tulates Dr. Larry Williams on his For many years, Southeastern selection as president of has been known as the campus of Southeastern. a thousand magnolias. The theme is carried through the ina uguration. HOSpitality Room Provided for Visiting Dignitaries A hospitality room was provided for the visiting dignitaries from universities, colleges and professional organizations from across the United States. Southeasternts faculty took advantage of the room to meet with these colleagues and share their experiences. Preparations make day perfect Preparations began in early September for the inauguration for Dr. Larry Williams as the fifteenth president of Southeastern. Dr. Paula Platter was named chairman for the campuswide committee. Those selected to serve were Ms. Susan Allen, Dr. Susan Anderson, Ms. Doris Andrews, Mr. J ames Barnette, Ms. Sharon Berish, Dr. Ben Chappell, Ms. Sally Clark, Dr. Charles Coats, Dr. George Collier, Ms. J an Dill, Dr. Pat Dunham, Mr. Bill Edwards, Dr. Gordon Eggleton, Mr. Ernest Gathron, Mr. John Gecks, Dr. Henry Gold, Dr. Jim Harmon, Ms. Kay Hughes, Mr. J.B. Jones, Ms. Syble Jones, Mr. Paul Kelly, Dr. Joanne Lambert, Mr. James Latham. Also, Dr. Jim Lester, Dr. Joseph Littlejohn, Mr. John Lyons, Mr. Joe Mabry, Mr. C.W. Mangrum, Mr. Rudy Manley, Mr. Odes Massey, Dr. Merle McElroy, Ms. Fran Mickle, Ms. Pat Norris, Mr. David Parker, Mr. J.B. Phillips, Mr. Buddy Pierce, Dr. Allen Platter, Mr. Kenneth Prentice, Ms. Katie Frank Slack, Dr. Fred Stroup, Dr. Ernest Sturch, Mr. Tom Todd, Mr. Glen Veteto, Dr. Dovie Walker, Dr. Elizabeth Walters, Dr. Roberta Wescott, Dr. Ingrid Westmoreland, Mr. David Whitlock, Dr. Joe Wiley, Mr. John Williams, Dr. Jim Wintle and Mr. John Yates, student senate president. Committee members broke into groups to plan each section of the days activities. Finally all the plans were complete with all the props in place. It was time to begin. Dr. Larry Williams Prepare tions for visiting dignitaries include getting their robes and motarboards on and squared. Dr. Paula PIa tter checks Avalon Reeceis robe as the regent prepares for her role. accepted the challenge of leadership and pledged his efforts and energies to leading Southeastern as the fifteenth president. The Sunday of November 15 saw a 75-minute ceremony draw the campus together. Dr. Williams listened while representatives of the regents, alumni, faculty, students and people of Oklahoma spoke concerning their expectations of his administration for the university. Williams then responded, answering each group represented, and added his own desires to see the university meet and exceed future challenges. Dr. Joseph E. Littlejohn, chairman of the Department of English, Humanities, and Languages, represented the university faculty With his remarks at the investiture. Excitement permeates air As ceremonies begin , Mrs. Dorotb y Prougb 1's escorted The stage is filled with by a student senator to tbe dignitaries and school officials. auditorium. Avalon Reece, chairperson for Mrs. Lou Watkins, Wife of US. the Oklahoma State Regents for Representative Wes Watkins, 1's Higher Educa tion, takes the greeted by ushers from Alpha podium. Cbi. l: x J t: r 1' I.meW-sznz.w , . .e 4 Aw 3A7? Awayan-sw r -:4 Dr. Larry Williams responds to remarks by participants. Dr. Paula Platter thanks the members of the inauguration preparation committee. Dr. Littlejohn said, tiThe recent history of this university is deeply troubling. It has embarrassed us, saddened, and angered us? He also remarked that the tradition of Southeastern is an honorable one, and told Dr. Williams, ttI believe, With your guidance, we can live down the recent months. I believe that we can do what we do with distinction. We can recover the honorable tradition? Speaking on behalf of the student body was junior Laura Williams. Expressing her humility at being asked to represent 4,300 voices, she said that students proudly chose SOSU for their post-secondary educational beginnings. iiHereX' she said, itwe have the resources; and, here, we have the teachers to help us get started. We have all, for various reasons, entrusted ourselves at this crucial time in our lives to you - you the faculty and you, Dr. Williams, our president, she said. Speaking directly to Dr. Williams she added, itWe offer you our time and our labors, our support and our cooperation. And to guide you as president of our university, I offer you the light of our hope? Dr. Sam L. Pool, a 1958 graduate of Southeastern and Chief of Medical Science and Research of the National Aeronautics and Space Agency, represented Alumni at the investiture. Dr. Pool reminisced briefly concerning his studies at Southeastern, and noted that it was clear that a strong academic HENRY G. BENNETT MEMORIAL LIBRARY SOUTHEASTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIV hIlDAhIT DVIALIHIAA 7A'1n1 tradition was building at the University. ttOne 0f the measures of success of any educational program is reflected in the achievements of the graduates. Southeastern graduates from the very start? he said, ithave had significant achievements in art, science, law, medicine, literature, and public service? ttCurrieulum was not as broad as offered at some institutions, but standards were high, he said. Completing his salutation to Dr. Williams, Dr. Pool called on the new president ttto set high academic standards to create an environment in which the students may truly develop. Ms. Avalon Reece, representing the Oklahoma State Board of Regents for Higher Education, referred to the unique and important function of Southeastern Oklahoma State University in the educational system, Southeasternis Academics Praised by speakers ttStudents and faculty continue to share a belief in excellence in the academic lifef she said. The Honorable Wes Watkins, U.S. Congressman from Oklahoma District 3, challenged students, the faculty and the new president to hold a vision of what is before them. He said that Oklahomais high school graduates matriculate to institutions of higher education in numbers that far exceed the national average and praised parents for instilling in them the motivation to do so. To the students, he said, ttYou should dedicate yourselves to learn all you can from your college experience. tiTo teach carries an awesome responsibilityf, Watkins stated. ttEach of us can recall . . . at least one educator who had a profound impact on us. Congressman Watkins reminded Dr. Williams and the faculty that the citizens of Oklahoma entrusted to them a most precious I ; , State Representative Guy Da vis of Calera tells that Southeastern has been a major force in his life. Ms. Linda Blankenship Grantham, president of the board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges presents th seal of Southeastern Oklahoma State University am charge to Dr. Williams. Following the presentation of the seal, the medallio and mace, Congressman Wes Watkins and State Representative Guy Da vis flank Dr. Larry William product - the minds of young people. tiTeach them to reason, to think, to solve with their minds the problems which do not easily yieldf he challenged. N ext came Dr. Dan Hobbs, Interim Chancellor for the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, who presented the symbols of office to Dr. Williams. Dr. Hobbs traced the historical roots of the mace to its origins in Italy, later to France and England. It initially belonged to the military, but was changed by the church from a weapon of war to a weapon of peace. itToday we present the academic mace to Dr. Larry Williams as a symbol of the Presidents authority to carry out the mission of Southeastern Oklahoma State University. iiIt is a symbolic reminder that the Universityis pursuit of truth is both powerful and sacred? he said. The Southeastern mace, created by members of the Southeastern faculty, was made of moradillo wood from Brazil, which attested to the international mission of the university. The crown, in the shape of a torch, signified the spirit of knowledge. Six medallions on the hexagon-shaped head identified the institution as one of six sisters. Dr. Hobbs also presented Dr. Williams with the medallion to be worn as the embodiment of learning and the symbol of presidential office. iiMay you always carry the mace With honor, and wear this medallion with dignity, Dr. Hobbs said during the presentation. Ms. Linda Blankenship Grantham, president of the Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges, presented the official seal of the university to Dr. Williams. Ms. Blankenship verbally applauded Dr. Williams for his leadership abilities in his short tenure as chief administrator. iiHe has set the faculty and students on course to the future? she said. As the representative for the Regents, she gave him the charge to tigather a faculty with the scholarly knowledge and the teaching competency to meet the needs of the students . . . and give them the support to do their important work? In presenting the seal of the university, which bore the words Progress and Education, she reminded him of his reponsibility to make education and progress secure at the university. In his address to the large audience, Dr. Williams spoke of his humility in representing the large groups - student, faculty and alumni - represented at the ceremony. iiA leader must keep some humility ever alive in his character and in his behavior. It is of fundamental importance in leadership, he said. Butf the new president said, iivision and boldness must accompany humility? iiWe must dare to imagine the future as the present is not, but we must dare to make our visions come true? he said. Dr. Williams explained, however, that his vision alone was not enough to mold the future of Southeastern and called on students, faculty, alumni, and the regents to devote the support to help do so. Dr. Williams promised his strength, energy, and individual resourcefulness to help make the university an institution which can fulfill the dreams of each group represented on the campus. iiThere is no middle of the road. We must keep our eyes on the one simple goal of any institution of higher learning - to educate its students and to do so with the highest standards of excellence it can achieve with its resources? iiThis university can contribute significantly to all worthy human endeavors? Dr. Williams emphasized. iiWe can share the goal of doing our best to enable our students to acquire the fundamental university education they need to succeed in the world today. I donit refer only to financial success in their professions? iiI intend success in both their careers and personal lives? he stresses. iiAbsolute dedication of all the universityis resources, human, and monetary? said the president, iigives a university its integrity. Organized and thorough research of the knowledge and intellectual abilities graduates should have in order to live fulfilling lives was also emphasized as a needed undertaking of the university by Dr. Williams. iiUniversity teachersli he said, iiare persons who research and study and evaluate and teach their academic subjects. iiStrengthening instructional programs and bringing the vision of teaching and learning to fulfillment must be done boldly, the president said. Closing, the newly-invested president said, iil want to thank the persons Who have challenged me here on this stage - not only because I owe them gratitude for taking the time to honor me - but also because they have made the effort to instruct me? til share the vision? Mrs. Lahoma Clark signs the registration book for the reception. A student Marine stands guard over the symbols of office. Dr. Larry Williams greets his mother, Mrs. Morene Williams during the reception. Dr. Williams shakes hands with man y former students, alumni and faculty. Reception is lively Even a furious rainstorm attended. did not bring the spirit of As cake and punch were happiness down at the served, guests greeted the reception following the new president and his investiture. Held in the family. Each had a word of main dining room, encouragement or a approximately 500 people suggestion to help him. Even min couldnet dampen the spirits of Dr. Larry Williams after his inaugura tion as president. Former boss, Central State University president Dr. Bill Lillard, greets his new colleague. Campus women prepare the service table for the reception. A display of Dr. Williamsh life shows some of the accomplishments of the new president. For the first time, a president at Southeastern was formally inaugurated. One of the highlights was an academic procession. The colorful robes of those involved made a beautiful sight. Lead by Dr. Carl McCoy, the senior member of the faculty, it included, delegates of colleges and universities, delegates of learned societies and associations, faculty of the university, Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges, stage speakers, and the president of the University. New first lady of Southeastern Janice Williams greets one of the guests. Mrs. Morene Williams visits With Dr. and Mrs. Ernest Starch. Bill and Carolyn Corbin enjoy the refreshments at the reception. Delegates of colleges, universities and learned societies added to the investiture service. Among those attending were George C. Pendleton, Jr., of Harvard University, Rev. Emmett M. Waits, Jr. of Transylvania University, Michael L. Ross of the University of Tennessee, John D. Carrington of Wake Forest University, Robert J. Kopecky of Xavier University. Also, Marcus L. Lee of the University of Kansas, Joe A. Wiley of the University of Arkansas, John Porter Huckabay of Southeast Missouri State University, Ruth Ludlow Steger of the University of Colorado, Joe Stamper of the American Bar Association. Also, Rock M. Ashcraft of New Mexico State University, Martin VanMeter of Oklahoma State University, Joe L. Gary of the University of Oklahoma, Bill J. Lillard of Central State University, Patricia Robbins of North Texas State University. Also, Billie Lucille Fowlkes Robinson of David Lipscomb College, Ernest L. Holloway of Langston University, Gloria Louise Walters of Texas Womans University, Willis J ames Wheat of Oklahoma City University, Louis G. Johnson of Southwest Missouri State University, Coy Dee Parsley of Phillips University. Also, Roy Troutt of the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, Raymond D. Johnson of Murray State College, Don C. Davis of Cameron University, Carl 0. Westbrook of Connors State College, Stanley P. Wagner of East Central State University, Gary K. Walker of Rogers State College. Also, L. David Norris of Southern Arkansas University, Margie Phillips Buckheiser of University of Southern Mississippi. Also, Dennis F. Michaelis of Paris Junior College, Loree H. Ferguson of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, W. Roger Webb of American Association of State Colleges and Universities, Jim Williams of Grayson County Junior College, Larry Nutter of Rose State College, Robert P. Todd of Oklahoma City Community College. Representing the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education were chairman Avalon B. Reece of Muskogee, vice-chairman J.D. Helms of Oklahoma City, Joe F. Gary of Durant, Joffa Kerr of Oklahoma City, Ernest J. Rodia of Lawton, Bob F. Allee of Elk City, Bert H. Mackie of Enid, J ames E. Barnes of Tulsa, George B. Kaiser of Tulsa and Interim Chancelor Dan Hobbs of Oklahoma City. They Came to Celebrate Visiting dignitaries add to service Representing the Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges were president Linda Blankenship Grantham of Edmond, Jack M. Annis of Woodward, Don Carpenter of Durant, John R. deSteiguer of Tahlequah, John M. Folks of Oklahoma City, Belva Howard of Tulsa, Bowie Ballard of Ada, Wayne Salisbury of Clinton, Valree F. Wynn of Lawton, and executive secretary Gordon Keith Allen of Oklahoma City. Also attending the ceremonies were officials from Durant and the surrounding communities. These included the mayors, city managers and city councilmen. Others attending included Oklahoma and Texas lawmakers at both the state and national level. Members of the press also attended the activities and were hosted at a press conference. Following the activities, the inaugural committee recognized Ms. Sally Clark, Mr. Bill Gaither, Mr. Ernest Gathron. Mr. James Latham, Mr. Max McClendon and Dr. Ben Chappell for their part in the design and production of the mace, the medallion, and the seal. Dr. Jim Harmon and his crew of photographers were also recognized for their work in capturing the entire service on film and video tape. Special designs incorporated for service Two symbols of office whose origins are deep in history had prominent roles when Dr. Larry Williams was inaugurated as the fifteenth president of Southeastern Oklahoma State University. One is a ttcollar of office: a medallion suspended from a chain. The other is a mace, which had its origins as a clublike weapon in the Middle Ages. They were entrusted to Dr. Williams during a formal ceremony. While the symbols could have been quite costly, these were developed by homefolks - Sally Clark, James Latham and Ernest Gathron. Iths a labor of love for Jim and Ernest, said Mrs. Clark. Both men were members of the Industrial Education faculty. We'll have a little money invested in materials, but not much - nothing like the $6,000 to $10,000 we were quoted by some commercial sources. Why. you can spend $25-30,000 without half trying for custom design and precious metals! Custom design, though, was exactly what Dr. Paula Platterhs inauguration committee got. The medallion, three includes a cross, was based on the Southeastern seal - gold colored with a touch of blue, to reflect the university colors. The wooden mace, 42 inches tall, was in the form of a torch. A long handle swept up in a graceful curve to a hexagon-shaped base for a flame, much like a lamp of knowledge. Identical medallions were placed on each of the six faces of the base. Inch-wide engraved gold bands were placed near the top and bottom of the handle. Lathnm, Gathron and Mrs. Clark chose moradillo, a heavy wood that comes from Brazil, for the project. It's a truly beautiful material, said Mrs. Clark, who did extensive research on the items and worked Southeastern traditions into them. ttThe grain is such that the flame looks almost real? Both of the symbols go back into history. Royal bodyguards once carried maces to protect kings. Use as a weapon gradually disappeared, and they became The collar tmedallioni is on display in the presiden Vs office. Dr. Larry Williams models the collar, mace and seal with his official robes of office. ceremonial pieces for academic and church processions. The mace and medallion became centerpieces for academic ceremonies in this country in tradition transferred from Europe. That's according to Dr. E.T. Dunlap. a 1940 Southeastern graduate who has become Oklahomats authority on higher education, serving over 21 years as chancellor to the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. The medallion, with its chain, bound the president to the faculty, staff and students of the university. The mace symbolized the authority which the governing board entrusts to the president as he leads them to a common goal of excellence. Iths an old Anglican practice used by European universities for several hundred years, Dr. Dunlap said, symbolizing the cloak of authority and embellishments of leadership and responsibility, publicly symbolizing recognition of change of leadership. ttOver the years, public education developed and institutions were organized consistent with representative government in America. We put a board out there to govern and to hire a man to lead the way and to represent us in carrying out whatever assignment we give. We hand him authority and responsibility, but that responsibility ultimately, through the board goes back to the People. ttWhen we have the inauguration and give a new president the collar and the mace, ifs to take note publicly of his beginning and to wish him well. T Back to the Basics The Savage Yearbook l ACTIVITIES Homecoming begins Dancing in the ballroom kicked off the annual homecoming activities honoring alumni and former students. The queen candidates were presented, but winner was not crowned until the pre-game ceremonies Saturday. Friday saw a ttWhang-Bang Golf Tournament at the Durant Country Club, sponsored by the Alumni Association. A reception honoring Distinguished Alumni Don Sands and his wife was held in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Barker. Saturday began with registration of alumni in the university cafeteria. Floats, bands and queen contestants began to gather early at Sixth and Cedar Streets for the parade through downtown. Sirens blared and smiles beamed as the entrants followed Old Glory down Main Street. Immediately following the parade, alumni and with dance students flooded the campus for the luncheon served in the ballroom. There Mr. Sands, a 1949 graduate, was honored. Association President Henry Scott installed Kay Hughes as the new president. Crowning of the queen highlight the pre-game. Miss Andrea Leatherwood was named the winner. The Marching Savages entertained the gathering crowd and set the stage. Kickoff time was 2:30 pm. The game was exciting. A reception for the parents of Savage footballers was held in the VIP room of Bloomer Sullivan Gymnasium at the same time the Alumni Association held a reception in the cafeteria. The music department also held a reception in the fine arts building. The sights and sounds of the homecoming parade thrill young and old alike. Siemper Fi members en ter the parade for the first time. The Army ROTC unit form the color guard. Cheerleaders ride in a pickup as part of the parade. Miss Southeastern Jamie Rumph smiles prettin for the crowds. Math! h' 9?; 5m .. , t Pi Omega Pi salute the American woments place in history. Alpha Eta Rho shows a scale model of the plane Hown at Kitty Ha Wk. The Baptist Student Union commemora tes the first man on the moon. Brenda Allen serves as candida te for Alpha Sigma Ta a. Sigma Tau Gamma displays a miniature rocket for the parade. Lambda Clu' Delta Honors the couch potato. Alpha Taus holds a team party fYoat. Phi Sigma put together a float With toilet paper, cannons and a Hag. Baptist Student Union wins top honors With their History Repea ts I tself that. Electrify the M uleriders by Circle K takes second place behind the Alpha Eta R1103 Heat. Sigma Pi makes M uIeriderie Last Stand. The Black Student Union recrea tes a scene With Dr. Martin Luther King. HIW Homecom ing parade thrills crowd o 4.; Hundreds of people lined the streets for the annual Savage Homecoming Parade. Held in early October, the day was perfect - sunny, cool and calm. Musicians tuning their horns, float builders shouting last minute instructions and parents angling for photo opportunities filled their air and scene. Wesley Foundation shows 8 Heat comm emora ting the Civil Righ ts March on Washington in 196' . The Pride ofAtoka marching band has a picture perfect performance. The Savage Yearbook staff remembers the first college students to hit spring break on the beach. Halftime activities . Bring excitement To football game Timpany drums add depth to tbe bandk sounding during balftim e. Dr. Williams introduces the Distinguished Alumni Don Sands to the crowd. Cindy McConnell takes first runner-up With Rene Jeffcoat as second for queen. m1 mam aiiWQe sgsrz mum: M Mr y mW- i' . Queen Andrew Leatherwood stands With her court Debrab Akins, Brenda Allen, Mandy Lee Burkbaltet, Rita Dunn, Rene Jeffcoat, Deana Johnson, Cindy McConnell, Tia Morgan, Shauna Rhodes, Deborah Ryan, Kelly Sherrard, Beth Smith, 83 brine Lee Thompson and Laura Westbrook. RR Referees pull players off the 22-man pileup to give the Sn vages the ball on a recovered fumble. Hehs a play watcher, according to teammates as the Savages roam the sidelines. Coaches give pep talks during breaks. Coach Jon Lantz goes to one-on-one coaching. Football action was rough and tumble as usual on Paul Laird Field. The Wiley Savages had to twist and dive for every inch of ground. Players took the Southern Arkansas Muleriders seriously but were only able to pull off a tie. '20 Homecomingts fever pitch was raised another hundred degrees With the annual bonfire and pep rally. Sa vage fans crowd around the tuba section of the pep band to get in the spirit. Trombonist add flair to the night with the school song. The party is over and a member of the Durant Fire Department puts water to the dying embers. 40 Homecoming Dance is Highlight of Weekend The annual homecoming dance was the highlight for the students involved in homecoming. Members of the Student Senate sponsored the evening with a constitution signing to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the document. .;g.gs..ac...-..,J Ah-e-t : t t 1 Mobile M usic Unlimited of Norman provide the show. DeAnna Gotbard signs a replica of the US constitution. A1 42 OSF Renaissance Fair players include Sherry Morris, Jeff Stephens, James Mitchell, Russell Schmidt, Kat Sta ten, Steve McCue, Molly Wya tt, Ann Hamilton, Joel Humpbries, M Hayes, Francis Grimm, Stefi Compton, A11 tbony Ridley, J Wright, Joe Cbrest, and Job R1 A Oklahoma Shakespearean Festival Celebrates Eighth year on campus Bryan Countyts link to Training Program. Robin professional theatre, the H0011 rounded out the Oklahoma Shakespearean offerings and was Festival, marked its eighth performed by the anniversary at the Durant Childrents Theatre TI'OOD- calgnpltlg- , l d d Molly Risso, SOSU er ormances me u e director of theatre, also the Shakespearean plays, served as the director of RIChard H and The TWO the OSF. She was assisted Gentlemen of Verona. Also by SOSU technical theatre offered were Company and director Glen Veteto. The Last Meeting of the Knights of the White The program ran the first Magnolia. A variety show, three weeks of July With Broadway 87, was rehearsals held the entire presented by the Teen month of June. Russell Schmidt and Steve McCue work through a dueling scene for the OSF Renaissance Fair. The duet is a perennial fa vorite. A'l ShakeSpeare has an Oklahoma Twang E Two Gentlemen of Verona players include Am y Heath, Riley Risso, Jamie Rumpby and Suzanna Warren. Taking the title roles in Two Gentlemen of Verona are Scott Purkeypile as Speed and Anthony Ridley as Lance. The women ofRicbaI-d II include Ruby Quinn, Tammy Hayden, Riley Risson and Amy Heath. Cast members for Two Gentlemen of Verona are Scott Purkeypile, Charles Nichols, Joe Cbrest, Camille Carroll, Frankie Corners, Max Baker, Jerome Johnson, Thomas Grunm'ng, Cindy Tbanian, Molly Wyatt, and Lanny Greer. Charles Nichols and Jerome Johnson bring life to The Last Meeting of the Knights of the White Magnolia. 45 Career day draws area student 7V migxy . Eggcu 3' mm: Career day drew not only college students, but high school students from area communities to meet with counselors and business recruiters. Careers With Plymouth are stressed by speaker Samuel Chapman. SOSU Counselor John Williams runs career in venton'es on his computer. Foreign language organiza tions stress careers in the in terna tional community. Computer jobs are also touted at the day. 46 1H IMJ xn ; , W X 47 Families participate in parenty d: Five-hundred parents and family members took part in the annual parents day celebration and football game. A display area in the ballroom featured demonstrations and exhibits. Art Club members demonstrate various art techniques to visitors. Members of Alpha Eta Rho explain their activities and showed off t7y1'ng trophies. A Special Olympians Teach as nwwh As they are Taughtby SOSU Hugs from a child crossing the finish line didntt seem like a big deal until those hugs come from a Special Olympian. Children from area counties converged on the Southeastern campus to participate in various field and track events. Savage students served as buggers and ended up the big winners with several ttlittle pals to have forever. Sharon Mitchell helps pin awards on winners. A bigb-stepping youngster crosses the finish line with a grimace. Smiling kids are the real reward for the day. 49 Circle K blood drive Adds fuel to supply t5 The human body was fueled by blood and that supply dwindled quickly during the year. Circle K sponsored their semesterly blood drive With the cooperation of the American Red Cross. N arses helping are Shellie Ellis, Jo Burkhart, Pat Stone, Joy Hollis, and Marie Moore. Mona Stiles looks on as Tracy Bro wn donates. A nervous Brenda Allen waits her turn. 50 A nurse inserts the draw needle to a student's arm. Shannon Leab 0 KeIIey has to look away. Daniel Massey finds the How- a good place to lay after giving blood. 1 School dance relieve Tediu . of daily grin H . . . Pausing at a Sigma Tau Gamma Dance are Kerry Manous, Eugene Shoemaker, Beth Smith, Richard Gardner and Chris Gaza way. The mid-fall get-togetber make fall break a good weekend. ' Southeastern students enjoy the first back- to-scbool dance of the semester. 52 Studying, while a necessary part of school life, became a grind. Savage organizations worked to keep life hopping by sponsoring several school dances throughout the year. Marketing and Management club members put on a freshman dance to introduce the newest members of the family around campus. Alpha Sigma Tau members Michelle Columbus, Denise Wade, Shelly Lewis, Beth Ann Smith and Shannon Backon work the door at one of the dances. Upward Bound students take to tbe Hoar during a summer shindig. Springfest IV Brings out Savagein Weekend Athletes Springfest IV managed to bring out the savage in many weekend athletes. It also managed to bring on sore muscles, grimaces of painful movements and smiles at the antics. M ud volleyball proved to be the crowdpleaser when the Alpha Tau team took the slap. John La wrence and Mark Rogers battle through the obstacle course tire range. Doyle Miller has a back hop during Springfest I V. Contestants go over the wall, not to get away, but as part of the games. Brenda Wells battles it out With Peppi Boudreau during the women's obstacle course. Members of the student senate worked hard to pull off the Springfest IV games after. the original chairman left school. This year's games became more creative and athletic with perennial favorites such as team trivia games being the most widely contested. n: Campus invaded by high school crowd The annual curriculum contest seemed like an invasion of high school students as around 3,000 youngsters swept on campus to compete in an academic Olympics. RR Jeff Walker demonstrates making a clay pot. Several thousand high school students hit the ground running at curriculum contest. The coffee shop fills first with the academically superior students who want to study college life up closeK, High schoolers quickly spread across campus. J amie Rumph crowned campus queen Jamie Rumph captured the beauty title of Miss Southeastern during the late February pageant. Performing at the contest was reigning Miss America Kellye Cash. 58 Contestants in the Miss Southeastern pageant line up for the initial judges review. The former Miss Southeastern Laura Williams sings between events. Miss America KeIIye Cash gives the audience an earful during a break in competition. K errie Green performs a humorous skit for the talent competition. Jamie Rumpb stuns the crowd with her black sequins. LeAnn Jones adds music to the night. Denise Wade twirls and dances through the talent portion. Posing for the official news photo are LeAnu Jones, Laura Williams, Jamie Rumpb and KeIIye Cash. Mandy Burkbalter wows the crowd with her form -f1'tt1'ng ba thing suit. Da W11 Sb ufeldt works the crowd during her talent competition. Once beauty contests were considered to be nothing more than ttmeat judgingf, to quote some crude detractors. Young women who enter the Miss Southeastern pageant had to meet the tough standards set by the Miss America pageant officials. Each entrant was required to have a pre-determined grade point Poise and personality are Big part of beauty contest and to participate in a judges interview session. Poise and personality played a large part in the selection of the Winner. Talent and emphasis on natural beauty also were part of the competition. Karen Moore belts out a rock and roll number for the audience. Laura Williams era was Thea tre major Jamie Rumph as the new Miss Southeastern. 61 Southeastern theatre is among beS' ht.h.e.a.t.r.eh. at southeastern 1987 - 1988 Season IN Oct. at 9, ID, Montgomery Audllorlum, 8 pm. ACTF Entry IT'S A SMALL WOHL: Nov 6. 7 It a pm. A Nov. Eu! 2 pm. Theatre Compmx OSF Children: Fillies! RIGHT BED, WRONG HUSBAND Dec.8,9,10,1t,12.Thoatre Complex, 5:30 pm. Charles Warthen Memonal Dlnner Theatre THE FOREIONER Feb.11.12,13,Theatm Complex, 6:30 p.m. OSF Bone : Dinner Theaue THE GREAT CROSS COUNTRY RACE Anni 6, 7. 9:30Lm. a 1'00p.m, Apr. 6 .17 p.m,. Monlgomery Audlkonum AAUW Cthrens Show A DAY IN THE DEAYH 0F JOE EGG Apr. 21. 22. 23 Theatre Complex, 8:00 pm, Visions of scripts and smells of grease paint were conjugated by the very word - theatre. At Southeastern, more came to mind - hardworking students, actors studying stagecraft, technical people learning acting, and so on. Artistic director Molly Risso insisted that each person undertaking the theatre major be well acquainted with all areas of the field. htOne must learn it all to be good at onehs craf . Publicity photos are part of the scene for Jamie Rumph, Max Baker, Charles Nichols, Amy Heath, Molly Wya tt, John Risso and Darryl Rodriquez. Amy Hea th starred as the Girl with her care-free spirit to Darryl Rodriquzh Bill Lewis in The Hot L Baltimore. 62 Rabbit Chasing features Jamie Rumpb as Patty with Amy Heath as Snoopy. Makeup changes the looks of Sharla Cowden and Dell McLain. Angie Phillips performs in The Great Nebula in Orion as part of the studen t-directed plays. Savage Theatre Grows Rapidly Under Guidance Of Molly Risso The driving force behind Southeasterds theatre department was Molly Risso. Ms. Risso has worked to bring quality theatre to Southeastern Oklahoma and N orth Central Texas through the Oklahoma Shakespearean Festival. She has also spent hours seeking grants, endowments and donations to make performing arts one of the biggest attractions for the campus. Many of the SOSU theatre majors continue to work professionally after graduation. Others go into public education. Guy Da vis, sta te represen ta tive for this area, listens attentively as Molly Risso outlines plans for upcoming tbea tre performances. Mike Tull and Audrey Mon tgomety rehearse their big scene in Present Tense. Labors of Love stars Amy Heath and Phil Ester work through a scene. 64 Mad-cap antics by Dell McLain, Da vid Timmons, Jamie Rumpb and Max Baker mark many of the comedies produced by SOSU Theatre. Technical director Glen Veteto sketches a design. Comedy is the specialty of Max Baker, Samantha Smith and Ron Howard. Greg Neece dives under the crowd during the Southeastern vs. East Central football game. Southeastern athletic director Don Parlzam hurries to the press box While keeping an eye on the football action. A Southeastern baseball player slides for home plate while the opposing ca teller waits for the throw from cen terfield. The Savage Yearbook X l SPORTS Coach Jon Lantz Trey Ardese Curtis Armor Jimmy Atcbley Jimmy Bell Robert Bloom Brian Bias Jodie Britt Don Broussard Clifford Bryant Lance Butler Girardeau Chisholm Martin Cbupp Bobby Cowan Kevin Cummins Da vid Deal Dirk Dean Rick Delme Mitch ell Dorsey Trey Drinkard Eddie Fields Pa 111 Gray Donny Griffitts Da vid Hall, Jr. Jeff Howard Mike Humelsine Joe Kboury Greg King Tim Love Michael McDaniel Tony Munoz Tra Vis Neal Greg N eece Max Nimmo Gary Pearson Elmer Perry Robby Pittman Robert P001 Bruce Porter James Provence Eric Rayfard Gilbert Reese Joe Reyna Clark Ritcbey Frederick Rodgers Mike Shields Eddie Sills Todd Snow John Stoecker Richard Taken John Thompson Bryan Tittle Anthony Todd Phillip Tyler Charles Walker Gator Watson Lance West Brian Wood Robby Wood Oscar Wright Lantz named 86 Coach Of the Year Southeasternts football coach Jon Lantz was named the Oklahoma Intercollegiate Conference Coach of the Year for 1986. Lantz said, ttOur philosophy at Southeastern is based on unity. We achieved a complete turnaround in 1986 because of that unity. No individual is above or below the others. As long as I am at Southeastern, the team will come firstf Bobby Allison and Brian Bias Lance West works to get a punt scramble to get to a fumble off before a Southern Arkansas r popped loose by Gerardeau player gets to him. t Chisholm. DA DID YOU KNOW . . . under Coach Jon Lantz, the Savages posted a 7-3 record last year, the first winning season in ten years. . . . under Coach Jon Lantz, the Savages were the only NAIA team to defeat Cameron University, a team that went on to the National Playoffs. . . . Southeastern has remodeled Shearer Hall for use as an athletic dorm. -uw-.W.-.o.- m.-- ' '. vrjv ways: Hr - Vt.txv . . . Southeastern has completely remodeled the dressing rooms and training rooms at Paul Laird Field. . . . Southeastern has added an excellent lighting system, a mesSage-center scoreboard, - new public restrooms, concession stand and the most spacious press box of any NAIA team in Oklahoma. . . . Southeastern has an all-weather track and new weight room on the building agenda. Football program Growing by Leaps and bounds Stewart Bond practices 111's pun ting gam e. Coach Robert Freeman paces while Eric Rayford awaits signals. Coach De Wayne Kidd talks to Charley Walker. 70 U Lance West kicks off the football for the opening of the Southeastetn-Soutbern Arkansas ham ecoming game. Stewart Bond bits 3 45 yard punt during the Southeastern-East Central clash. Greg Neece, Mike Shields and Joe Reyna serve as tri-captains for the coin toss. Sa vages participa te in the pre-game warm ups to loosen muscles and get the adrenalin Ho Wing. . Ii; 5 '1 i Savages attack foes furiously Special team members are called in for a punt play. Savage defensive players make a strong tackle. The defense stops a possible scoring run before it really gets started. Season Results Savages 0, Cameron l3 Savages 29, Langston 0 Savages 24, Ouachita 24 Savages 14, Harding 24 Savages 20, Southern Arkansas 10 Savages 3, Evangel 3 Savages 30, Northeastern 7 Savages 27, Southwestern 22 Savages 20, Northwestern 24 Savages 28, East Central 34 Savages 24, Central State 34 73 Coach Jon Lantz is building a foundation of unit that comes from caring for each player on the team, thur program has been structured upon six other bases: thiscipline, honesty, academics, effort, character and good old-fashioned fun. ttTalk to our players and you will feel their great sense of pride in having accomplished What many thought was impossible. ttThey won because they believed in themselves and each other. thTogether, we accomplished a great deal with more to come in ,89. hhSavage Pride is back? said Lantz. 74 Encouragement from the Parents and friends in the stan sidelines means a lot to keep the noise level high duril players on the field. the gan Coach Jon Lantz shows a bit more excitement as his team takes over on a crucial play. Greg N eece scrambles away from the defenders. Offensive linemen do some creative pass block for quarterback Greg Neece. , Football team is .; Proud of Season 75 Baseball team Turns in an Outstanding Season Coach Mike Metbeny Rob Armstrong Daren Bro wn Benny Colvard AI Cotbran Joe Don Dunn Bob Farris Jeff Frye Chris Green Jeff Gunter Bruce Holmes Tommy Julian 76 Roda ey K eIIy Joey Loggains K enny M erklen Mike M urpby Ste ve McDonald Mike Perry Sammy Ram b0 Robert Spencer Ronnie Spitler Jon Tuck Rhett Turnbow Danny Wann 77 Baseball team Recruits 8 top Players from Around country Baseb all co ach Mike Metheny picked up some of the top recruits from around the nation to fill the 1987-88 roster. The Savages have won sixteen straight Oklahoma Inter-Collegiate championships, making them one of the top national teams. hBaseball photos courtesy of Mike Metheny and Harold HarmonJ Benny Colvard slides to base during a spring game. Benny Colvard looks for the ball as an OCC player slides under him. Benny Colvard cra WA; to base during a home game. Kevin Fielder beads for home during a playoffgame While Rod Baker looks on. 78 afwwtztrwf ,, , I .,H,, Vi Baseball team is 010 champs mgail 80 Joe Don Dunn pulls into home ahead of the ball. Rod Baker waits for an outfield toss to tag a player from Oklahoma Baptist University. Benny Colvard mixes up with an opposing player. Benny Colvard bea ts the tag at the plate. Benny Colvard rounds the bases while others search for the ball. The umpire calls ' safe while Savage Orlando Duran reaches for the ball. Jeff Frye steps into the base over a South western playefs glove. Future shows bright promise Don Selfridge takes to the base while the umpire looks on. Kevin Fielder tips to base ahead of the ball. Rodney K eIIey tucks into the base. Protection is the key to keeping Sa vage territory safe for Benny Colvard. 0'! 84 Coach Jack Hedden Coach Marc Evans Kenny Carter Anthony Clark Pa trick Ford Maurice Horton Garrett Mantle Billy McCoy Eric Moore Robert M ukes Holger M yrick David Otto Mews basketball gives Hundred and ten percent Robert Overton ; Richie Peters ' Zollie Stevens Bubba Stra wn John Stuart Brian Watson Brian Williams Kenny Carter sets up the offense at the top of the key. xxxxxxx RE Worm Rodman Honored by Alma Mater Former Savage player Dennis hWormh Rodman came home to be honored as one of the few Savages to have their basketball number retired. Rodman was drafted into the National Basketball Association by the Detroit Pistons two years ago. He was voted as one of the most promising NBA rookies by national sports writers. The young man has made a point of letting the world know he is a graduate of Southeastern. Athletic director Don Parlzam holds Wumber 10 as James Spivey salutes Dennis Rodman. Rodmanss shirt now bangs With the four jerseys retired from Sa vage sports. Dennis Rodman flashes a familiar smile While visiting Bloomer Sullivan Memorial Gymnasium. RR Ments Basketball Team plans ,. t . Exciting MEI Strategy key; For 8 1987-88 Season Savage men planned a season of excitement and fantastic Showmanship for the 1987-88 season. Playing one of the toughest schedules in the Oklahoma Inter-Collegiate Conference, Savages had an even fall season before hitting the best part of the year. The opening tip-off of the East Central University game signaled the next rung in the rivalryts ladder. Kenny Carter hits hard on the drive. Patrick Ford comes up With a jumpshot. R7 88 Tough basketball was the name of the game at Southeastern. The men hit their schedule running and didnht give an inch. Pete Clark goes up with a jumpsbot. David Otto executes a perfect fingerroll. Eric Moore manages a fast bre: to put the Savages over Ea Central Universil Pa trick Ford slams in two points. Pete Clark has a dish inside to Eric Moore. Final score of the big rivalry game with East Central University is 64 for the Sa vages, 62 for the Tigers. 1' Men play tough basketball an on Debbie Clift Danette Collier L 3 Michelle Duelming 4, 9w! VWW L A... .: K Robyn Fuller Shelly Goss Teresa Gwin Pam Harmon Doreen Kerns Pauletba La wson Kim Mitchell Tonia Self Kris Sullivan Teri Worsham Eva Ziegler y PPPP Womems basketball Is fastest growing Activity at Southeastern Shelly Goss warms up during practice for the night's game With Oklahoma Christian College. Pre-game warm ups and introductions fire up the 53 vagettes for their due! with Oklahoma Baptist University. Kim Mitchell brings the ball down to start the offense against the East Central Tigerettes. Danette Collier waits for an offensive rebound. Shelly Goss goes up for a basket to finish off a fast break. H , a . Savagettes perfect game strategy An Kim Mitchell works the ball around for a good shot. Shelly Goss bombs a tbree-pointer. Savagettes rip into seaso With big, bold actio it Shelly Goss swings the ball around the top of the key. Danette Collier figb ts for the loose ball. Savagettes vie for position on a rebound situation. row. Savagettes through victory and defea t. 157-! SAVAGETI'E BASKEBALL m om:- Sm may Dun. 0W- Dm T Pins Nov. 13-14 TBA Nonheaslem Classic A Nov. 19 6:00 Henderson SI. Univ: H Nov. 21 3:00 Univ. of SCI. El Ans of UK A Nov. 24 6:00 Jarvis Christian College A Dec 1 7:00 Uan. of Son. 6 Ans of UK H Dec. 4-5 TBA Phllllps Classm A Dec: 10 6:00 0K Christian College H Jan, 0-9 TBA UCC CIBSSIC A Jan. M 6:00 Jawis Christian College H Jan. 14 6:00 Langston Universny A Jan. 10 6:00 Dallas BapIiSl Unw. H Jan. 23 6:00 Northwestern 0K SI. A Jan. 27 6:00 East Central Univ: H Jan, 30 6:00 SouthwesterntTX! Unw0 A Feb: 3 6:00 Nonheastern UK SI, H Feb. 6 6:00 Southweslern 0K 31. A Feb 9 6:00 Dallas BaptistUnw A Feb 13 6:00 Nurthweslem 0K 81. H Feb. 17 6:00 Easl Centrab Univ: A Feb. 20 6:00 Southwestern 1TXJ Univ. H Feb. 22 6:00 Langston Unwersny H onette Collier shoots a free Excited fans cheer the :2: g; 333 gmtfifgnogxsgi : Although cheerleaders were not athletes, the women played a large part in the Savages success for the 1987-88 school year. Attending all the home football, basketball and many of the baseball games as well as participating at many of the away games, the cheerleaders also found time to practice their moves, maintain the high grade point required by their sponsor and keep up with all the rules changes for each sport. Homecoming participa tion including riding on a pickup. Enjoying the morning are Lisa Taylor, Susie Reyna and Jennifer Gardine. , ' ' ,xu n I :88? l ?CHEERLKADERJ 4. Practicing chants and cheers are , Julie Boston, Jennifer Gardine, ' , A l 11 Susie Reyna and Pam Burke. ' w? : LV' 96 Jennifer Gardine works through a cheer at a football game. Pam Burke gets a helping hand from Waite Jinkius during a basketball game. Lisa Taylor eggs on the home team to a victory. Susie Reyna prays for an overwhelming victory at homecoming. Cheerleaders pull Spirit levels higher Julie Boston begins her dance for a win against the East Central Tigers. Sabrina Thompson urges fans to shout down the opposing side,s crowd. as Sa vage twirlers and Hag corps members strut during the annual homecoming parade. John Mc Williams retflies a White Snake album at KHIB radio station. The Baptist Student Union Hoat takes first place in homecoming. 98 Back to the Basics The Savage Yearbook X l ORGANIZATIONS 100 Bible Chair Sponsore' By Church of Chris Members of the Bible Chair The Church of Chri are busy in many activities. sponsored Bible Chg Several of the members are served as a good place 1 Jill Dilbeck. Mary Dane, Otis students and faculty to Schultz, Jim Austin. Maury to unwind after a hard dz Sanders, Jim Maxwell and The Christian atmosphe Tony Day. served to bring the go news of Jesus Christ many peop km; Chi Alpha membership 0 pro 'ded students a link ' l?'itilntheir churches back C 111 Alpha S tre S S e S ome. Bialssgtmzpslsssimegafor Christian atmOSphere In university life other activities. Members of 0111' Alpha include James Gitunda, Robert Self; Chuck Koonce, Chris SoweII, Scott Price, Re V. Charles Dean, Alice Hornsbanila, Drusilla Ebert, Zia Uin H wang, Rebecca Levins, Scott Horn, Kent Teague, Stephanie Harris and M arjo Halsey. Rodeo club Discovers Western fun Southeasternts rodeo club discovered the fun that young people had a hundred years ago. Holding rodeos, play days, and trail rides were the backbone of the clubts activities. Members included Lana Sbutts, Steve Sbutts, Da vid Anteau, Chrissie Burke, Doug Anteau, Donnie Offield, Matt Holt, Joe Custer, Carra Carter, Darrin Miller, Claudia Parrott, Reijan Amason, Leslie Loftis, Stacy Westervelt, and Bill Nocker. Stacy Westervelt shows her riding style. Reijan Amason goes for the gold. KHIB keeps Campus busy KHIB radio station kept the campus busy rockim and rollin as student disc jockeys played the latest releases. Top KHIB DJ? are Daryl Rodriquez, Casey Mooney, Michael Clenz and Michael Tobin. Staff members are Boyd Cross, Jon Hughes, Alan Crone, Terry Basta and Mark Webb. 10.? Cardinal Key Is womems Honor society Katie Frank Slack, dean of women, serves as Cardinal Key sponsor. Miss Slack has announced her retirement in Decem bet. Officers of the group include Lisa Lancaster and Stacey Hamilton. Members include Pa uIa Jackson, Paula Traygbbar, Lisa Lancaster, Jill Kennedy, Rene Jeffcoat, Miss Slack, Pa ula Hallum, Carrie Heard, Lori Kirchner and Stacy Hamilton. Smiling are Pa 1118 Tra ugbbar, Paula Jackson, Jill Kennedy, Carie Heard, Lisa Lancaster, Tia Morgan, Miss Slack, Rene Jeffcoat, Paula HaIIum, Stacy Hamilton and Lori Kirchner. 104 ; Sigma Tau Delta, an English : honor fra term'ty, includes ' members Deanna Cbeves, Valerie Gee, Beth Ann Smith, Rose Wooley, K eIis Berry, Jennifer Oakley, Darlene Reeves K and Sheila Troutz. New Pi Omegi Pi members are Patti May, Julie Allen, Pamela Ivey and Tim Smitbart. Sigma Tau Pi Omega Pi members include business educa tion majors Julie Allen, Cynthia Horton, Pamela I vey, Mary Morgan, Patti May, Shauna Rhodes, Pa 1112 Hallum, Tim Smitbart, and Mary Lou Wertman. Delta and Pi Omega Pi are fun ' 53' vi A24! 'x 2,91 105 Emblems proclaiming the Marines as The Few, Tbe Proudf adorn several dormitory doors. A birthday party held by the Marine Officer Candida te Corps, features a decorated cake. 0:: training exercises at Goddard Youth Camp, the USMC of Southeastern participated in exercises concen tra ting on survival. 1n: Sabrina Thompson 003 sweetheart Marine 008 has First Year at SOSU Benedick Gustafasson captain George Hahn captain Arvind Hansdak second lieutenant John Oliver second lieutenant Michael Kinsey second lieutenant William Nocker I V first lieutenant Ronald Rodgers first lieutenant LaI Sandeep first lieutenant Glen Wallace first lieutenant 107 Business areas Sponsor both Accounting Club And Management and Marketing Organization Business disciplines encompassed a Wide variety of study areas, among them, marketing, management and accounting. Clubs were formed to bring students in each area closer together. Members of the Accounting Club include Paula Traugbber, Stacey Hamilsont, Gaily Avery, M artba Hilscber, Cindy Barneman, Lori Harmon, Annie Pittman, Jon Tuck, Theresa Griffin, Suzanne Farrel, Mary Schultz, Elizabeth Nolan, Marty Graham, Larry Bussey, Tim Young, Jeff Turner, Ed Wakeland and Dee Boss. 108 Members of the Management and M arketing organiza tion are Viet Nguyen, Sue Tuck, Annie Pittman, Stacey Roundtree, Rita Dunn, Tami Cogburn, Leah Rowan, Ginger White, Todd Miller, Wayne Moore, Michael Brewers, Marty Graham, Tommy Atkinson, Dr. Susan Anderson, Stephanie Hart, Ellen Allen, Gary Pearson, Ray White, Randy Neyer, Arnold Meszaros, R.B. Ellis, Eric Rayford, Louise Butler and John Cain. Wesley Foundation Sponsored by Area churches Andrea Leatherwood serves as an intern at the Methodist-based Wesley Foundation. As an intern, Jennifer Eggleton works With peers at the Wesley Founda tion. Part of the group who regularly attend the service are Jennifer Eggleton, La Tonya Thomas, Judy Marshall, Gina TeeI, Julie Thomas, Andrea Lea tberwood and Maledan Thomas. 5an1' k n-:mx-u 109 Savage debators are Hottest squad to Hit campus in years School years came and went for the Savage debator With many national rankings, but in spring SOSU debators brought home the first National Junior Championship to be awarded. Members of the hottest deba te squad include Stephanie Brewer, Gary Burleson, Kath y Weeks- White, Byron Miller, Ronnie Wilson, Connie Dudgeon, Millie Allen, Jennifer Oakley, Eric Marlow, and Shannon Rose. Pairing up for a demonstration at the Bryan County Bar Associa tion are Ka thy Weeks- White and Ronnie Wilson. Coaches Rodger Biles and Kirk Ashton discuss strategy at an upcoming tournament. 110 Eric Marlow and Ronnie Local organizations and people, Wilson knocked off several 51101.1 85 Taffreia McGeebee; 0f the nation1s t0 teams to asszstant Istnct attorney or ; bring home the FIi,rst Bryan County and member of the N . 1 . , county bar associa tion, asked the atlona Junlor Vars1ty champions to present a sample of Debate Championship the talent. during the spring. Champions include assistant coach Rodger BiIes, Kathy Weeks- White, Connie Dudgeon, Ronnie Wilson, Eric Marlow and head coach Kirk Aston. Congratula ting them is former Sa vage president Leon Hibbs. Connie Dudgeon and Ka thy Weeks- White were runners-up for national honors. Deba te champs are Ronnie Wilson and Eric Marlow. 111 Modern and classical Languages form group Students studying German, Spanish, French and Russian formed the Modern and Classical Languages Club. Serving as sponsor was Mrs. Pat Baskin. Officers included Mynda Dilbeck, president; vice presidents Paul Schuchardt, Shannon Rose, Donna Dilbeck, Benedick Gustaffason; past secretary Robyn J ackson; treasurer Warren Reid and public relations Mike Kelnz. 112 Members are Cynthia Morales, Pat Baskin, Donna Dilbeck, Mynda Dilbeck, Reza Rahman, Mobammed Karim, Zabaral Islam, Mazmul Cbowdbury, John Yates, Michael Klenz, Benedikt Gustafsson, Warren Reid, Doyle Perkins, Carlos Solis, Jon Dobrer, Alan Cbowdb ury, Alan Dickerson and Ka te Ball. Explaining a program he wrote is Computer Club member Paul Con way. Listening are K ancbou Gbasbdastidar, Mohammad Martin, and Ezzedin Abdusulam. Members of Computer Club are Paul Con way, Said Sbelbayeb, Ezzedin Abduselam, Ali Hazari, Ahmed Skit; Mohammad Matin, Risam' Qaiser, Lisa Bowerman, Ben Cacbo, Zubair Faiz, Kancben Gbasbdastidar, Larry Wilcox, Chris Houser and Larry M cMicbaeI. Computer club Studies new Software technology Army R.O.T.C. Completes main Training camp Captain M.C. Casey talks With Joe Rivera, Delilah Parsons, Kevin Anderson, Scott Jordan, Jolm La wrence and Cecil Le Wis. Captain R. Wooten instructs Master Sergeant Pruitt and MGO Gunner Chris Lambert. Completing a survival course are John Blair, Craig Anderson and Tim Da Vis. Working on camoutjage are Denise Haggarty and K eitb Sledd. L i N 5w ... ; ., 114 Assorted Nutz hits stag Assorted Nutz, a comedy improv group, served as theatrical ambassadors for Southeastern. The Wun bunch performed at area public schools and for civic groups to promote the theatre department at Southeastern. Loosening up before a performance is Cheryl Shied. Amy Heath and Jamie Rumph get one more practice under their belt. The Assorted Nutz are Jamie Rumph, John Risso, Jerry Winnett, KCbristina Walker, D911 McLain, Cheryl Shied, Lisa Ontjed and Amy Heath. iii Circle K Is sponsored By Durant Kiwanis Club Representing Circle K at Homecoming 1's Cindy McConnell, escorted by Brett Combs. Brook Wallace acts out Benjamin Franklin for Circle K Heat during the homecoming parade. Cindy McConnell rides through the parade. NW , J r Black Student Union Observes King holiday Black Student Union homecoming queen candidate Debrab Aldus is escorted by Tony Aldus. Black students ga tber in the Blue and Gold Room to bear a speaker on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King. Leona King of the state department of vocational technical education, presents a program on Dr. King's life and his contributions to the civil rights movement. Jolm Heath and Marsha Gatbron share a joke during a 11111 in tbe BSU activities. Relaxing between speakers at the MLK Da y celebra tion is a must. . - 4m WAm... 4mm. John Yates heads Student Senators Dean of Women Katie Frank Slack serves as student senate sponsor. To commemorate the 200th anniversary of the United Sta tes Constitution, the senate held a signing dance Where students had the opportunity to sign a facsimile. Tony Akins Phillip Anderson Jimmy A ustin Jimmy Ballard Tony Day Gary Durrett Evanette Ferguson Paula Jackson Robin Jackson Michael McHannab Ulla Mobammed Valerie Sba W 0dis Sbultz Dennis Smith Randi Spencer John Yates 118 Tony Akins makes a point before a senate meeting. z' I. a .. i Director Sheila Howell is Savage band Flag corps members pose for a press release slwt. Miss Sheila Howell, first woman university band director 1'11 Oklahoma, checks out a dress formation. Members of Kappa Kappa Psi include Pat Cox, K evin Giles, Jan Dobrer, Cliff Spires, Alan Crane, and Ross Grubbs. AJA 120 Baptist Student Union serves Students of All religions Leading the Baptist Student Union are Shawn IdeII, Greg Idell, Andrew F 3115 and John Heath. Enjoy a BSU party are Troy Barnett, John Stoeker, De Wayne Rains and Cheryl Cope. Joe! Allen entertains at the Christmas party. Gathering around the Christmas tree With a child is a pleasure at the BSU. Debra Hess and Boyd Cross take advantage ofNoon Day Thursday. A Carol Line is made up of Jennifer Soloman, Andrew Falls, La ura Westbrook, Boyd Cross and Sherrylin Moorison. Planning a game are Chuck Koonce, Terry Basta and Rebecca Levins. 1?1 Aviators win intercollegiate flight competitic Southeastern aviation students and members of Alpha Eta Rho walked away with first place in regional activities of the National Intercollegiate Flying Association competition, staged at Durantts Eaker Airport. ttWe are really proud of themf said director Bill Edwards. ttThey placed in every phase of the competition, which we refer to as Safecon - Safety Education Conference? Edwards said Southeastern and runnerup Oklahoma State University qualified for the Safecon Tournament of Champions, which was held in April at an air port in Monroe, La. Also competing were teams from Central Missouri State University, Henderson State University in Arkansas and Wester Oklahoma State University. Judges were Hazel Jones of Dallas and Carole Sue Wheeler of Fort Worth, representatives of the tt99sh, an international woments flying association. Southeastern aviators placing included the following: Tia Morgan, first, computer accuracy; fourth, Simulated Comprehensive Air Navigation. Tim Hines, eighth, Simulated Comprehensive Air Navigation, tenth, computer accuracy. Shawn Bruton, fourth, computer accuracy, ninth Simulated Comprehensive Air N avigation. George J acox, fourth, simulator; seventh, navigation; first, power off landing; second, preflight; ranked third overall. Chad Hardcastle, sixth, simulator; ninth, power off landing; seventh, aircraft recognition; eighth, 122 preflight. Bill Anwyll, seventh, message drop; fifth, power off landing; third, preflight. Earl Ingles, third, short field landing. Paul Baker, fourth, short field landing. Randy Langford, fifth, short field landing. Scott Thomas, sixth, short field landing. Mike West, first, aircraft recognition. Warren Mencacci, second aircraft, recognition. Sam Katchka, first, preflight. Darren Presley, tenth, preflight. Non-official activities also found Southeastern winning a basketball tournament and Central Missouri topping the group in a 16-member volleyball tournamez Oklahoma Sta University won a flig instructorsh landing conte: Flight competition resul were serious business f the aviation student These ratings were us. to help them obtain jobs the various fields commercial and priva aviatio Southeastern w: recognized for having clean safety record for t1 school year and one of t! best records for the overa progran Students and instructm spent hours preparing ft Federal Aviatic Administration spot at announced inspections am were rated highly for the continuous improvemel and high level of readines Prepared for a future in either professional or educational home economics are SHEA members Kelly Barrett, Jean A. Sbrewsbury, Kirste Glenn, Terry Ryles, Deanna Gotbard, Peggy Mattingly, Terecia Webb, Jill Kennedy, Kenda Langest and Vickie Pren tice. Officers are: K enda Longest, secretary; Winona Boa tner, sponsor; Terecia Webb, vice presiden t; Peggy Ma ttingly, treasurer; and Jill Kennedy, president. Student Home Ec. Is prepared 100 Upward Bound, in its 22 years at Southeastern, is a precollege preparatory program designed to generate the skills and motiva tion necessary for success in education beyond high school among young people from low income and first genera tion backgrounds and inadequate post-secondary school prepara tion. Enrolled are Clarice Clash, Jared Brewster, Cheryl Scbied, Yolanda Mitchell, Tammy Williams, Jeanne Udden, Rhonda Goocb, Da Vid Bresbears, Rachel Williams, Counselor Ladonna Herman, Jimmy Sampier, Tammy Bray, Mary Eastwood, administra tive secretary Linda Powers, dorm parent Cassandra Haddix, Scott Goodman, Censi Upward Bound has largest enrollment ; Cbilds. Also, Trisha McCullough, Kalinda Scbuessler, Deborah Lamb, Tina Stephens, Tina Chandler, Scot M akerney, counselor Susan Eagles, Rita Da wson, director Joy Culbrea th, TRIO director Leon Scott, Gary Blenkensbip, Melissa Waller, Christine Ho well. Also, Counselor Kris Ashton, Terry Cayton, Arlinda Savage, Tina Carter, M eIIis Eldridge, CizeIIe Ware, Valerie Shelton, Billy Robinson, Teresa Shoals. Also, counselor Tim Amos, James Hudson, Kevin Rose, Marc Schaeffer, Jonathon Irvin, Eddie Parker, Anthony Keeton, Amy Foster, Mark Campbell, Michele Slums, Larry Wylie, Elton Akins, Damon Aaron, dorm parent Darnell Shanklin. Also, counselor Bill Rowan, George Sims, Melissa Whisenb unt, Michael Norton, Richard Gardner, Otis Shaw, Michelle Walker, Mary Frey, Kevin Dickerson, Terry Wrice, Kelli Joplin, Melody Halcomb, counselor Red Rutherford. Also, Chuck Howell, Cary Owens, Jim Roebuck, Alisa Buff; Lloyd Looney, Jackie McIntosh, Shelly Reich, Shelley Bryant, Tracy Allen, Rebekah Williams. Also, Eric Eigbmy, Kay Sbasteen, Troy Stone, Janet Thomison, Brian Duty, Michael Rose, and Randy Houser. Those not available for photos are Robin Smith and Kim Weese. Elited academic group Is Kappa Delta Pi Qualities such as high grade point and good moral character were part of the criteria for becoming a member of education1s most elite group, Kappa Delta Pi. Southeasterfs chapter held initiations during the spring and summer. Approximately 50 students and faculty were initiated into the group. Officers for Kappa Delta Pi include Dr. James Mitchell, advisor; K eitb Milligan 1988 president; Dr. Lee Ball, counselor; Brian Campbell, 1988 historian; Marina Shaffer, 1988 reporter; Barbara Gray, 1987 president; Susie Wilson, 1988 president; and Charlene Ridgway, 1987 reporter. Members of the spring 1987 initiation class pose for the official press photograph. 125 Savage staff Meets deadlines Members of the Savage yearbook family are Jimmy E35011, K eIIie Sullivan, Michael Brumley, Beth Ann Smith, Bret Benson and John Mc Williams. Michael Brumley, editor Bret Benson, office manager Jimmy Eason, photographer John M 0 Williams, photographer Beth Ann Smith, student editor Kellie Sullivan, layout editor 126 The Southeastern Is voice of Student body Writing and check facts for the next edition of The Southeastern newspaper are Robin East Wood and M elissa Kimberlin. Serving as the voice of The Southeastern are Angie Walt; Melissa KimberIin, Robin Eastwood, Mandy Ne Wherry, editor Sheila Holloway, Eric Eigbmy and Jennifer Oakley. Not pictured: Rudy Manley, director of High School and University ReIa tions, serves as the newspaper adviser. 127 Chorvettes Forn1 Travehng Troupe Members 01' the singing ambassadors for Southeastern are Darren Walker, Shawn Taylor, Shelley Bryan, Deborah Barton, Roy Bean, Andy Dandersou, James Hearn, Kendall Robertson, Robin Speer, Alan Da venport, Kari Lanning, Bryan M axson, Lance Harris, Liz Cob and Cynthia Gibson. Male members are Alan Da venport, Darren Wallace, Bryan Maxon, and James Hearn. Performing duets are Shelley Bryan and Cynthia Gibson. Sponsor Mary Ann Craige adjusts a tie for Alan Da venport. One of the quartets from the group includes Roy Bean, Lance Harris, Kendall Robertson and Andy Danderson. The Trio is Liz Cobb, Robin Speers and Sharon Taylor. Dr. Walter Britt leads the cborale through a particularly intrinsic selection. Melanie Burning, assists accompanist Wes Singleton during a practice for the Chorale adds inau ura tion of Dr. Williams. g Touch of the The cborale tunes up before a practice. ClaSSic a1 4AA Alpha Sigma Taus seem to be party couch potatoes. The PCPs are Treva SwiIIing, Beth Ann Smith, Mandy Burkhalter, Angela Tbornburgb, Stephanie Norris and Pam Smith. The Rock near Lake Texoma bears evidence that Sigma Tau Gamma members, With paint, had paid a Visit. Party time for Sigma Pi members. Back to the Basics The Savage Yearbook X l GREEKS 4AA Mike Arie James Barnes Brian Jones Bre t A tcbley Randy M eyer John Barbour Trent Culver William Ward 1 VW w 'M , TKE is it Tau Kappa Epsilon pledges, members, and little sisters are Tom Cunningham, Edward M array, John Barbour, Doug Ward, Brian Jones, Charles Oliver, Floyd 011' ve, Tracy Grey, Brett Atcbley, Brian Bradberry, Warren Barnes, Trent Culber, Randy Meyer, Mike Arie, Donna Johnson, K eIIie Thompson, Hadle y Kirkpatrick, Dana January, Karen Elmborn, Jill Do wm'ng, Sonia Wea tb eraII, Stephanie Hart, Tanya Hall, Diana Barnes, Melissa Kimberlin, Valerie Williams, Sheila Barnes and Rita Dun. TKE's hold a booth for parents' day. Homecoming queen candidate Rita Dunn 1's escorted by John 133 134 835, mg Queen Caljd idate len and Tim ?tman 9 Pam Smith, Beth Ann Smith during the East Central game. and Angela Tbornburgb show off their formals. Alpha Sigma Tau women display their finery at the Mandy Burkbalter weavers annual Christmas Formal. her way through the crowd Alpha Sigma Tau has fun clown at the spaghetti dinner. Alpha Ta us sow spirit at a bonfire. Brenda Allen sees a hometown Amy Garrett smiles at friends. friend at homecoming. Stephanie Norris and Mandy 136 Sigma Pi is largest frat S Jim Harmon, sponsor Mom'sb Blaine Barry Dennis Cindy Crow Jimmy Eason Cindi Gibson Ross Bruggs Dottie Gwen Dennis Hull Brenda Gwin Jan Jefferson Kerri Harris Walte Jenkins ww - im in ? K K g C; , XXI, r' V ' Scooter King -a - Amy Meade W5 Marty Mendoza Tracey N eyman Bobby Miller Terri Rboden Bill Miz Kelly Sberrard Todd N e er Tambre Stewart Bill Weyman Rita Taylor Allen Vickers .31 w? mime? . , 5 138 Sigma Pi Plays hard Mem bers of Sigma Pi for fall are Denis H uII, Ron Grubbs, Bobby Miller, Walte Jenkins, Allen Vickers, Dion Taylor, Jimmy Eason and Joe Jefferson. Fall Little Sisters display their t70 wers and shirts. Part of a planning committee are sponsor Jim Harmon, Joe Jefferson, Ross Bruggs and Dion Taylor. M ud volleyball is exciting for Walte Jenkins, Larry Dotson, Jimmy Eason, Brenda GWin and Jamex De W. Jimm Eason gives little sister Deanna Gotbard a boost. Amy Dyer enjoys spring break when the Little Sisters join members at the lake. Tye Ham erdin wonders if Brenda Gwin has a good grip on him or visa versa. Kelly Sberrard represents Sigma Pi in homecoming. 139 Dove Crotzez' Richard Gardner Chris Gazaway Warren Hardin Cary Keiser Pa 111 K eIIy Tim Love Wayland Moncrief Roger Oakley Shannon Reasor Steve Russell Eugene Shoemake- James Smith William Smith Ronnie Wilson Mandy Burkbalter represents Sigma Tau Gamma as homecoming candidate. She is escorted by Steve Russell. Send the Mule Riders to the Moon is the theme of Sig Tank homecoming Hoa t. 140 Sigma Tau Gamma pledges, members and little sisters gather for annual family portrait. Sigma Tau Gamma uses a classic car to show off the classic beauty of their homecoming candidate Mandy Burkbalter. Sigma Tau Gamma is active 141 BetbAnnSmitb,MarkR0bertS White rose ball sponsored by and Pam Smith enjoy a moment . at the Sig Tau White Rose Ball. Slg Tal Working the paren ts, day booth are Jim Austin and Dennis Smith. Deborah Ryan serves as sweetheart and homecoming candidate. Lambda Clu' honors the great American couch potato with their fYoat. l Lambda Chi Delta begins Reorganization 143 Phi Sigma works To Regain Status On Durant campus Deanna Johnson serves as homecoming candida te. Phi Sigma members, anchored by Eddie Dempsey, compete in Springfest I Vs tug of war. Deanna Johnson is escorted by Eddie Dempsey at the balf-time ceremony. 144 Interfraternity Governs Greeks Working through a problem at the weekly In terfra ternity Council meeting are Larry Dennis, Marty Mendoza, Carey Manous and Mark Roberts. Greek representatives are John Yates, chairman, Lambda 0111'; Mike Scott, sponsor; Larry Dennis, Sigma Pi; Carey Manous, Sigma Tau Gamma; Mark Roberts, Sigma Tau Gamma; Randy Meyer, Tau Kappa Epsilon; Mike Arie, Tau Kappa Epsilon and Marty Mendoza, Sigma Pi. 145 Lori Stinson appears to be karate chopping the auxiliary services computer. Liz Ashton suppresses a grin, almost in vain. Andrea Leatherwood takes a well-deserved break. 146 Back to the Basics STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICE Food service Provides good Nutrition away From home Tau talizing meals are served at the cafeteria each day and on special occasions. Virginia Mason takes a quick break between meals. Lai Ki Chan moves a cabinet into the serving line. Terry Basta lingers over lunch in the dining hall. Asim Mirza takes pride 1'11 the food he prepares daily for the salad bar. Mobammed Sbabeen Sarcor, Mohammad Adber and Kalid Rebman keep the conversation light and the food moving. Gary Shepherd balances the cash register after a busy breakfast. Food services was directed by John Lyons. Assisting him were Judy Dhane, associate food services director; Virginia Mason, cash sales manager; Dorothy Prough, secretary-bookkeeper, and Calvin Young, purchaser. 149 Phillips brings new Challenges to well Equipped audio-visual J.B. Phillips, director of audio-visual services, brought fresh challenges to the department after reviewing the needs of the campus. Some new equipment was added with much of the current equipment being revamped to meet the changing needs of the campus. J.B. Phillips pa uses from revie Wing a request for innovative equipment. Geneva Beaird is the secretary for audio-visual and has a good working knowledge of all the services available. Carol Bro wn takes an initial order in the film library. 150 Auxiliary services Brings students and Accommodations Together Bill Morton served as manager of auxiliary services. Assisting him were Juliet Cathay, assisting housing director; Bill Allen, auxiliary maintenance; Maggie Allen, assistant manager of auxiliary services, and Jean Rodgers, auxiliary cashier. All campus housing and room assignments were handled through these offices. Students wait in line to get their spring housing assignments and to pay the first dapom'ts. Jean Rodgers visits with a parent via the telephone to help them make connections With their student. Office serves needs Of both Indian And veteran students Lahoma E. Clark served as director of Veteran's Office and Indian Student Center. These offices helped with financial assistance and counseling for Vets and Indians on college and private affairs. The office also administered grants to Indian students provided by the tribes. Cheryl Charm: counsels a student on financial matters. thama Clark checks the books on a veteran student. Ed Abbey works through an application with the help of resource books. 152 Michael Brumfey rushes to the Bursar? office to pick up his monthly worsztudy check. cIa fan: for financial assistance are Chery! Darwin, Marqm'ta Kinney and director Sherry J: ..I.1HIIHHJHIIIIIIIHI-Hi m.nIIHHIIIHHI'IIHIHHH Money handled through Bursar and Financial Aid Rodgers Faster. Sherry Foster re vie W5 the fin ancial disclos ure sta ten: en ts Process the thousands ofstudent made by Christy Moore to help the student receive the best aid possible. Sherry Foster was director of student financial aid. She was assisted by Susan Cook, Richell Acker, Rose Ann Arnold, and Grace Whitmire in finding the best aid packages available to Southeastern students. As bursar, Melodean Morton was helped by Carol Coates, Carolyn Mabry, Barbara Ray, Gena Justis, Jo Bigham, Cindy Higgins, Tammy Willis and Pam Polk. 1:0 Center for Iiunnan Development Takes great Steps Dr. Gloria Walters headed the center for human development. Assisting her were Ken Powers, Kathryn Ballard, June Kellum, Marilyn Brewster and a few students. The center offered preschool special education clinics. They also did screening and evaluations to make referrals to public schools. The centefs staff also identified early learning disabilities. Kathryn Ballard, speech specialist, outlines a plan ofacn'on to Marilyn Brewster. Marilyn Brewster begins making daily contacts With some of the center's clients. June KeHum, preschool specialist, looks over the supplies for the day's activities. 154 Kerr Industrial Application Center serves Oklahoma Director Dickie Deel had a NASA program to provide bibliography searches for over 400 data bases to serve Oklahoma businesses. Assisting Dr. Deel were Alice Craig, Susie Davis, Rebecca Harper and A.M. Moore along with Chris DeeI. Dickie L. Dee! is head of the center. The staff includes Alice Craig, Susie De vis. Becky Harper, Shelley Goodwin, Chris Deaf, Dickie Dta'elr and A.M. Moore. Alice Craig smiles at visitors. AM. Moore puts out a newsletter. Cb n's De 9! re vie we in form 3 tion- u-r Oklahoma Small Business Development Center Open to Southeastern Oklahomans Lloyd B. Miller serves as the sta te director. Mike Harmon is the regional director. 7 M embers of the OSBDC staff are Carolyn Pigg, Barbara Buchanan, Herb M'anning, Lloyd B. Minor and Mike Harman. Herb Manning works as the OSBDC assistant state director and as a field officer. Barbara Buchanan is an M13 supervisor. Carolyn Pigg is the office coordinator. 157 Staffing student health services are Ellen Allen, Charlotte Giles, Ida Peevyhause and Gerald Buchanan. Nurse Ida Peevybonse helps Gerald Hind, Buchanan. Ellen Allen waits for the next patient. 1 Health is top . , Priority at school Arm N 158 Student Support Services are Available to ; All Enrolled M ike Scott serves as director of student support services. Listening fro- her office to a student with pmblems 1's Donna Rowland. Sherri Rowland mans the front desk. 155 Tammy Tyler works through the card file as part of her as taloging and filing duties. Susan Morris and Mike Perry check in and out 8. books and materials at the Henry G. Bennett Rfemon'al Library. Robin Trueblood works with the government documen ts section. Sharon Ben'sb works through the day's records. Bennett Library Offers world Of fantasy And study Kay Parkham served as Sbarleen Goodwin works 1'11 director of the Henry G. periodicals. Bennett Memorial Library. Assisting her were Sharon Robert Ogden processes Berish. assistant librarian government documents;- for references and serials; Dorothy Davis, 365istant Louise Jackson does cataloging librarian for public and typing. services; Martha Ann Latham, assistant librarian Jr'H Washer manages the for technical services, and interlibrary loan System- Frazier Conley, catalog librarian. Billye Abbott and Owen Grimes were library assistants. The library sponsored several exhibits of art and historical artifacts. 181 Bookstore and Switchboard. Serve campus needs David Mize was manager of the bookstore. Also working were Retha Beals, Joyce Lynn, Wilma Moss, Haward Harper and Erin Townsend. Gerri Lucas supervised the switchboard with help from Wayne Williams. Operators were Lisa Clemons, Cynthia Herron, Kristie Scivally, Liz Cobb, Diana Meyer, Trudy Smith, Jayna Hearn, Shelly Newman, Kelly Thomas, Reginia Wallace, J erry Winnett and Laura Westbrook. Working the switchboard are Trudy Smith and Laura Westbrook, Who also check the computers. Dana James works the cash register in the bookstore. mu. MIO' 5 f; . uml ' Influx ilidevt III: v m twat ; mmill 'W Cay Williamson takes a break in Odes Massey, director of I M amten anc e the custodian? lounge in the maintenance. supervisas a staff university center. of 40 trained individuals in K e e p S C am Du S keeping the campus in top shape. Janice DeSjlva 1's secretary for In top Shape main ten ance. Purchasing agent And controller Work closely Tim Cotner served as Southeasterlfs purchasing agent. He was assisted by Clydeane Coker and Irene Block in approving all purchase orders on the campus. Ross Walkup was the controller. His assistants were Gladys Skinner, Margie Campbell and Jean Bridges. The controller was the financial accounting department set up to control budgets and financial reports. Rarely does Ross Wafkup get a free moment to relax on job as controller. Irene Black gives Twila Brown a lesson in checking purchase orders. Tim Comer consults a price booklet before appro ving a purchase order. Irene Bloack checks figures on a purchase order given to her by Tim Comer. 18A V Admissions And Enrollment Office Merges With Registrar With the retire of registrar Mary Castleherry at Christmas, the offices of Admissions and Enrollment and Registrar were merged with the appointment of Kay Hughes as director of both services. Employed in admissions and enrollment were Janie Willis, Shirvee Hinchey and Teri Armstrong. Eotkinh with the registrar were SuZanne Akins and Deanna Moody. Janie Willis processes enrollment forms during the spring semester. Teri Armstrong checks admission forms for incoming freshmen and transfer students. Kay Hughes helps a student gel: bis transcript squared away. Post Office Handles lots Of campus Mail Bill Corbin was the I campus postmaster. He supervised a student staff who were taught to handle the mail according to pos- tal regulations. Bill Corbin serves as campus postmaster and as one of the information people for the U.S. Post Office. John Roberts sorts incoming mail into the boxes. Wiggins check the books for the I Rhonda Carter and Elizabeth ! day? receipts. ! 166 Continuing education Serves wide area Julie Boston works the front desk for the post office. Registering participan ts J'n continuing educa tion classes are Laura Barker, Sonia Armstrong and Reba DH! Titsworth. Joanne Lambert serves as director of continuing educa tion, a department that serves the area for experienced Am erican programs, in -service for educators and fun classes for the community. Reba Titswortb works through applica tions for the EAP program. - - 1r Public Relations Keeps Community Aware of Savage Information Public relations at SOSU included generating production of television commercials, corresponding with alumni and 168 maintaining a mailing list, coverage of media events, decorating for special events, providing campus tours and operating a campus information center. The office was directed by Merle McElroy, assisted by Cherul Peters. Sally Clark handled university relations. Sally Clark prepares for a campus tour With visiting dignitaries. Ann Van Meter works on the alumni newsletter. Debbie Staten listens to Cheryl Peters outline a campus media event and press conference. Merle McElroy looks at various references before beginning the planning of inn ugura tian publicity. Campus Safety Handled Through Security Office J..R. Jones, chief of campus security, and an ofli'cer, Bill Moore, explain the student identifica tion card camera to a visiting team of evaluators. Bill Moore prepares to make a student 12d. Safety of students and faculty were chief concern of campus security office. Although given 3 hard time about enforcement of traffic and parking violations, the security team worked long hours patrolling the campus to keep down vandalism and theft. Sauri Bbattacbarya lectures to his American Federal Gavernm ant class. Cindy McConnell grins at a joke while working through a mass ofpaperwark. Members of the modern and classical languages department man a booth for paren ts' day. m- ---. l' --n-- SPANH-sH x I . y Back to the Basics The Savage Yearbook X l ACADEMICS ' t ' 4-. 1.0,1' ' ,. a t ,. I'.';l 01:1 Q;. xx: x v m, JV I , I Q, ... K, ; ',. !' . ,. n n.0- n , :5 n h ' '.'.'1 ' 1 H l.1xliqinr ' ' 'Il. pu. u u A,nn ' . I 0' x: ' ' '. AH oh ; I . MW '8 n a n. b V 4, :1 ,-4 '..n ! Southeastern graduates best Elementary teachers in state According to Virginia Reasor works on the superintendents and next day's activities. principals across Oklahoma and north Texas, Davie Walker is chairman of the Southeasternk elementary elementary education education majors were department. among the best graduated from any educational facility. -qn Professional education is- P0pular major at SOSU Professional education proved to be one of the more popular majors at SOSU. Students enrolled because the Durant school had a higher percentage pass the teacher education certification tests than others in the state. Theory of education classes require students to analyze situa tions from EU angles. Guy Snead practice teaches a introduction to teaching class. In order to give good tests, students are taught the fundameuts of test taking. 1?3 L-:... Psychology is Part of Several Area Curriculums Dr. James Mitchell, chairman of the departm en t, mulls Over a student's problem. Dena Wade works on a project. 174 ----- -'--.---J T 4! E Sociology Brings Everyday life Into sharp Focus Dn Jae Elder teaches students to face problems rather than ignore them. Dwight Landua, chairman of tho departmen t. lines out the processes on the chalkboard. 175 w-x 1-1 -r Ir- Home economics is more than Just cooking and sewing Dr. Kathleen Meadows, chairman of the home economics department tails students about the wide range of careers in home economies. She explains these career opportunities include education. fashion merchandising; experim ants! nutrition and others. 176 Deanna 0031181153 and classmates work over some fashion merchandising assign!!! ants. Fran Mickie and Barbara Rackiey talk over new advances in home economics. Health, Physical Education and Recreation Classes Open to all Savage Students A common misconception about health, physical education and recreation classes were that enrollment was limited to the athletic community. HPER classes boasted a large non-major, and sometimes non-athletic, enrollment. Foo tbs player Eric Rayford gets in some time in the weight training room. DeWayne Kid and Coach Kenny Evans work on some class assignmen ts. Misty Williams gets a hand up during an aerobic dance class. Sheila Hallo way pulls her way down the lane during swimming class. 177 Most people thought safety courses were only for those in driver education and safety. The program at Southeastern taught that put Wiley shows a student plus areas such as industrial, reference materials for personal and common sense in-hame safely. safety. Safety courses are geared To common accidenP Prevention An uncommon safety course is the outdoor classes taught each summer. Taking part in setting up a campground are Waite Jenkins. Eddie Matting, Mark Pa :9 and James Price. Jim Cummingbam grades papers which give safety plans for a small school. 175 Communication, theatrc And journalism areas Teach self-expression Rudy Manley, newfy-appointed director ofhigb The finest theatre program in the country is on school and university relations, also serves as Southeastern? campus. Molly Risso. director of sponsor of the school newspaper, The Southeastern thee Ire, talks with actors Molly Wya tt and 03 vid and teaches several journalism courses. Timmons about their upcoming roles. Ms. Rfssa 1'5 also the artistic director of the Oklahoma 53 vage forensics fdebatw includes sponsoring the Shakespearean Festival, voted Oklahoma's best national debt! he champions. In volved in fast spring's tourist. attraction far the year. winning ways are assistant coach Rodger Silas, Eric Marlo w. Ks thy Weeks- White. Connie Budgeon, Ronnie Wilson and coach Kirk Ashton. Music fills Halls and Souls Darren Wallace practices a trumpet solo for the fall juries, a final for the music major. Dr. Walter Britt waits for music chairman, Dr. Paul Mansur, to discuss the upcoming Chorale concert. I Cliff Spires and Mat Taylor work With the rest of the band on a concert piece. Art studies Bring Creativity To various Media Dr. Allen Pia tter, chairman of the art department, pauses on his way to an of! pain ting class. Dr. James Barnette instructs a student to use her imagination and let her creativity How into her project. Max McClendon checks through some projects. He also serves as director of the prestigious Parson's Scholarship program. Susan Allen relaxes as she grades work in a figure drawing class. Social Sciences 3 Are studies of ' American life Rade Radasinavich looks for notes to use in his geography class. Stacey Westervelt and Carla Lowe work through an atlas on a geography assignment. De vid Norris, ne wa-appointed vice president of student affairs, keeps his American his tory studen ts informed. 182 w Dr. Joe Littlejolm counsels a student as part of his department - chairman '5 job. English Includes Humanities And Modern and Classical Languages In study areas Cathy White grades a heap of home work and papers. Cindy McConnell works over some projects given by the English faculty. 183 nun... Accounting is ' Highly ;- - Disciplined Tim Vickers lectures to an income tax accounting class on the new tax Ia ws and methods set down by the IRS. Austin Hamilton is chairman of the departm ent. Car! McCoy holds the honor a! being the senior faculty member on campus. 134 Economics is Measure of Financial stability Otis Bea try types up a test for one of the economics classes. Roy Hooten and George Collier look over some projections of econ omit: situa tions. Sid Jenkins ponders a test questions while his students ponder the answers. . gaging: M wvsnsnrv o: mum Business Administration Tackles tough Subjects to Show Students the W J Outside world '7 Dr. Susan Anderson tries to ' hide her excitement over the outcome of the OU-Texas football game before heading to a business law course. Courses in finance and industrial rela tions are quired. Computers are a Vital part of the curriculum of business adm inis tra Lion. Janet Radasinvicb grades a pile of papers while advising a student on teaching methods. Dr. Pat Robbins, a specialist 1'11 office studies, trains her students to give 110 percent and keep their entb usiasm high, no matter what the task. Jan Dill corrects typing and shorthand papers. Business education Provides more Than typing and Shorthand Business education majors left Southeastern with skills in word processing, personnel management, and computerized methods of teaching. Students were prepared to either teach or work in business. Management is Growing field Classes in management involve interaction among students. Projects are often shared. Lecture classes are also part of the study. Ina For aviators Time in the High t sin: uh: tar helps student pilots lag time Without the expense. Alpha Eta Rho is the honorary Eight Ira ternity. Members help keep the airport safe. Bfembers afAIpba Eta Rho watch the competitions of a flight school from the porch of the aerospace building. Studen ts also lea rn maintenance of planes. Tia Morgan works her Right plans for the instructor. Biological Science Has large Number Successful Graduates And former Students John Taylor instructs 111's forestry students in plant identification. . ' Anatomy lab students find studies hard but challenging. $90 Physical Sciences ChaHenge Students To use minds George Collier keeps a watchful eye on his physics students. John Trent writes the results of an experiment. Hick Kelly wears goggles during an assignment. 191 192 Buddy Pierce enjoys tea cbr'ng m a theme tics. Stacy Sullivan reviews a quiz before handing it to the teacher. Math teaches Mental Discipline Joe Wiley is chairman Of expanding computer And informational Science Rodney Pruitt keys in the information for a program on the Apple 119 in the computer lab. Kay Slack prepares an assignment for her informational science class she teaches. Jim O'Steen uses graphics to teach number bases in basic programming. Larry Wilcox makes out a test for his students. Kenneth Washburn supervises Richard Brayles on an electronics assignment. Computer-assis ted learning helps eiectranics classes get maxim um benefit from material. Larry Nolan holds equipment for demonstra tion in class. Enrollment Grows In electronics 194 Students in the auto emission controf seminar took time for a group shot. Industrial technology majors take a family portrait. By graduation, many of these students have been together for over 60 hours of class. Technology students become A1m0st familgW by graduation Dr. David L. Norris 1's the newly-appointed vice president for student affairs. Robert McFadden is a piano professor and presen ts solo recitals. All the faculty took a family portrait at the inaugural day activities for Dr. Larry Williams. 1 .--- m i anw Back to the Basics The Savage Yearbook I FACULTY Oklahoma State Regents For Higher Education New members: Ernest J. Rodin, Lawton James E. Barnes, Tulsa JA. Leone, retired George B. Kaiser, Tulsa Bob F. Allee Joe F. Gary JED. Helms Joffa Kerr Bert H. Mackie Scott Orbison, retired Avalon B. Reece, chairman Julian Rotbbaum. retired Russell Vaught. retired Board of Regents for Oklahoma Colleges N e W men: bar: Dr. Vah-ee F. Wynn, La wton Jack M. Amu's Linda Blankenship Gran than: Bowie Balls rd Don Carpenter John deStefger John Folks Belva Howard Wayne Salisbury .nn Faculty has many achievements Several faculty members took advantage of the new legislation giving early retirement benefits for those who retired in December. Among those leaving SOSU were the following: Dr. M.G. 1Rock1 Ashcraft, education and psychology. 1969; Dr. Lewis Barker, physics, 1959; Mrs. Mary Casteherry, registrar and vice president, 1961; Dr. Donald D. Collier, chemistry, 1958. Also, Dr. Phil Dunham, education, 1971; Dr. Jack Dye, business administration and management, 1951; Dr. Bill Grimes, mathematics, 1959; Mr. Dolphus Haddock, accounting, 1966. BHIye Abbott Susan Anderson Kirk Ashton Liz Ashton Lee H. Ball, Jr. Lynette C. Bonnie Ron Beeson Sharon Ben'sb Snun' Bhattacharya Rodger Biles Winona Boatner Doyle Bostic Edwin Boyntan Waiter Britt James Britten Edward Byrd Also retiring, Mr. James Latham, ind ustrial education, 1959; Mr. Max McClendon, art, 1964; Dr. Carl McCoy, accounting, 1950; Mr. Bill Morton, auxiliary services, 1968; Mrs. Mellodean Morton, Ben Cache Johnny Carrol! Kenneth Chitin Labama Clark George Colb'er Frazier Conley Betty Gail Cooper-Cockrell Joy Corn elfson Wayne Gaston Jim Cunningham Julia Daphne DR vis Dottie Davis Janice DH! Sue Dill Gordon Eggleton Barry Ellis 200 bursar, 1959. Also, Dr. Allen Platter, art, 1966; Mr. Bob Ray, technology, 1959; Mr. Gene Robbins, high school relations, 1976. Also, Ms. Katie Frank Slack, psychology and dean of women, 1959; Mr. M.G. Smith, education, 1967; M1 W. Leroy Watson, industri: technology, 1969, and Mr. Alvin M. White. industrial education, 1953. Two faculty members were selected for membership in honor societies. David Whitlock of business administration was named to Outstanding Young Men of America. Julia Daphne Davis of communication, theatre and journalism was named an Outstanding Young Woman of America for the fourth term. The Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges took the following actions 011 faculty members: Robert Olson was granted a leave of absence. Clint Dilbeck was promoted from instructor to assistant professor. E. Dennis Holder and Craig B. Wall were named to temporary full-time position With the Bio-Med program. Jack Testerman was approved as adjunct faculty. Carol Elsholz Jeanette Eagles Keane :1: Evans Bill 081' tb er John Geeks Brent Gold Jackye Gold Sheila Gold Charfes Hammack Mike Harmon Don Hazel! Robert Henderson Elbert HIH Mary Hitchcock Roy Hooter: Vicky H udson 201 I .w v1.1;- 90? In an unprecedented move, the Board of Regents gave faculty and staff the opportunity to participate in the screening process to select the new president. Nine committee members were named: Dr. Jack Robinson for administrative staff; Chery! Jackson Sidney Jenkins Louis Johnson Doug K 96mm JoAnne Lambert Dwight Lamina Jon Lantz Ann La dram Sandra Levins CW. Mangrum Faye Mangrum Rudy Manley Herb Manning Pa :11 Mansur Jimmy Martin Max McCIendon Carolyn Mabry for support staff; John Yates for students; Austin Hamilton, Doyle Bostic, Jim Wintle and Don Parham for faculty; and Dr. E.T. Dunlap and John Massey for alumni. Dr. C. Henry Gold developed a program to create 25 industrial businesses in southeaste Oklahoma by the year 2000. Project 25 x 2000 provided the opportunity for selected young persm 1n the region to become entrepreneurs. Dr. Jerry P015011 served as the director. Dr. Joseph E. Littlejohn and men were selected by a libraries, and Sharon C.W. Mangrum were named committee. of fellow Berish, reference - serials winners of SOSU's teachers and students. librarian, were among Burlington Northern Dr. Paul Mansur was librarians from 17 states Awards for teaching listed in the International attending a joint conference excellence. Whohs Who of Music. He of AMIGSO and SOLINET, The awards, financed by was presented a CODY 01' two of the nation's largest the railroad foundation, the publication by Kay computerized regional were $1,500 cash grants, Parham, director of library networks. presented by retired libraries. president Leon Hibbs. The Kay Parham, director of -139, - r. 6' 4 h-?:i M er! 9 McElroy Robert McFa dden Be tty McGo vern Kathleen Mes do we Mike M 9 then y Fran Mickie James Milligan Jim Mitchel! Steve Moody Jorge Marsh's Joe Murray Charlie Ne well William Neyman Eliza be H: Nolan Larry Nolan Du vid Norris - .E'i,.-I 204 Dr. Alvin White completed visits to several Oklahoma colleges as part of accreditation reviews sponsored by the Regents. Larry Nolan finished a comprehensive AVIONICS electronics trainer. The. Electronics Jim O'Steen Don Perham Kay Pnrham Mark Parker K en Peters Bob Pe terson Buddy Pierce Pa Ida Pia tter Jerry Poison Kenneth Prentice Janet Radasinovfcb Rude Radasinovfcb Virginia Reasar Charlene Hidg'eway Molly Rfsso Pat Robbins department acquired to a complete PDP-ll computer. Dr. James Britten completed work on a COC-EJ laser unit. Bill Gaither and John Smith recruited students for a special one-year machinists training course. Jim Latham gained considerable distinction a: an authority in jewelry manufacturing. Cleo Martin trained teachers in vo-tech and high schools to deal with the environmental pollutic of auto emissions. Mike Scott Jerry Scott Morris D. Sloan Fred Stro up Claude StuteviHe Kerry Lynn Tbo-as Danie! Tally Gary Varner Russell Vaugbt Arnold Walker Davie Walk er Ross Walkup E118 R. Washburn Kenneth Washburn Roberta Wescott Da vid Whitlock Paul Wiley Larry Williams Jim Wintle John Wright 205 D3 wn Sbudfeldt encourages two recruits to the Southeastern athletic department. Fans at basketball games find the refreshments to be yummy. John Trent, Stacey Hamilton and Mary Elkins work the Alpha Clu' booth at parents' day. - - 206 Back to the Basics The Savage Yearbook l STUDENTS 208 Freshmen Debrab Akins Darren Baker Sheila Barnes Mike Birdsong Brian Bra dley Renee' Brasfield Shelly Bryan Tina Carter Danette Comer Shelly Collins Stephanie Crabtree Tyrone Daniels Bret Benson Juliana Duarte John Dunn Anthony Fa vars Rene Finley Candace Fitzgerald Glenn Frazer Kimberly Fry Richard Gardner Tina Gilliam Johns Gordon William Gray Andrew Guevara Teresa Gwin Christy Hamm ans Stephanie Harm's Dean Hart Joel Hendrix Shah's Holloway Len Ann Hudson Dora Jan nary Amy K Baton Shari Kerr M elis 33 K in: berh'n Hadley Kirkpa trick Brenda Knox Harry Kuaze Kari Lansing Alan Laxon Cherry Loveless Michael Mabannab Mickey Manners J8 cq ureh'n Mn r10 w Nichole McCain John M: Williams Kent Mitchel! Lori Mills Susan Morris Dana Morse Lisa Mowery Mickey Murdock Edward Murray Ronald A. Norman Stephanie Norris Shannon O'KeHy Lisa Ontjes Jennifer Owens Greg Powell Ranola Randell Daniel Ross Gina Rice Cheryl Scbfed Tania Self Roger Sipes James Smith Carrie Sullivan Kellie Sullivan Sheldon Tatum Rita Taylor Rebecca Terry Chris Tbsnniscb Angela Tbornburgh Kelly Thompson Tammy Tyson Mary VanSickle Norma Vazquez Sandra Vazquez Erin Whitfield 01-1 Jeff Willard Deborah Wood William Wood Ila Yates Tonda Young Sephomores Brenda Alien Reijan Amason Jeff Ansiel Kary Ash ton Lanifs Bailey Terry Haste Dan Blades Julie Beaten Pam Bowden Twyla Brown Michael Bram fey Anthony Clark Liz Cobb Deborah Crites Cindy Crows 212 M? J De ve Crotzer Ray Davison Melissa Dempsey Brenda Dennis Julia Dodds Jillian Do wm'ng Phi! Eater Amy Garrett Sharlene Goodwin Deanna Gatbard Dottie Gwin Tanya Hall Dallena Hess Jayne Hearn Jan Hughes Ricky Jackson Doreen Kerns Paul Kelly Kim King Maria King 213 Ks tberyne Kline Andrea Les tberwood' Leslie Loftis La Vanna M arstan Garrette Mantle Darrin Milfor- Claudr'a Mills Jay Mama Casey Mooney Keith Murray Todd Neely Robert Ogden Charles Olive Robert Ovarian Richie Peters Bobby Pool James Radar Shannon Reasor Ten Rboden Amy Rice Darryl Rodriquez Jamie Rumpb Steve Russell Mohammad Saleem Uddl'n Linda Sanders Robert Self Craig Smith William Smith Sherry Snood Tambre Ste wart John Stoackar Bubba Stra wn Matthew Taylor Rena Taylor Scott Tongue Sabrina Thompson Randell Underwood Allen Pickers Stacey Westerveit William Ward 215 Rhonda Watts Mark Webb Terecl'a Webb James Whatley James White Ray Wilson Brian Williams Juniors Ed Abbey Sonya Allen Brett A tcbIey Shannon Bacon Tomi Jo Ballot: Diane Barnes Tim Belvin Ruth Boone Melinda Brawder Jennifer Bro wn Mandy Burkbaner Amy Butler Lance Butler ? 16 UN . ' 1 Ruth Children Debbie Clift Boyd Cross Trent Culver Tom Cunningham Donna Dilbeck Mich 9111: Drake James Due Mich 911:: Duehning Rita Dunn Phyllis Ellison Darryl England Chris Gaza way Cynthia Gibson Richard Grubbs Jeff Gunter Brenda Gwin Terri Hamilton Kerrie Harris Ma urice Horton Kassandra Ha ward William Ho ward Danna Johnson Tanya Johnson Traci Johnson Thomas Keel Carmen Kelton Suits Kenhachi Ksry Hieser Ray King Terrell Kilcbingham Aaron Koonce Trent Leggett Sb eHey Le Wis Toni Logan Tim Love Greta McLare-n Geoff Oliver Peggy M a ningfy Jnm'se McCarty 918 Kenny McCoy Martin Mendoza Randy Meyer Bobby MiHer Eric Moore Mary M organ Tia Morgan Tracey Neyman Carla Oliver Jacki Riddle Eugene Shoemake Pam Smith Kris Sum van Tre vs SWJ'HJ'ng Amy Thompson MfcbeHe Tansy Paula Traugbber Lori Vest Kchristina Walker ll..7l v II Mark Wallace William Ward Roger West Perry Williams Ronnie Wilson Brian Wood Molly Wyn t! Tsrr'q Zabeer Seniors Mike Arie Jamal Ari! Robert Armstrong John Barbour James Barnes Cindy Ba nmann Kevin Benson William Black Glenda Blackburn Monica Blain Peppi Boudreau Tl wni Boudreau 220 Dottie Brewer Manzoor Cbowdb ury Michele Claxton Craig Cochran Tbeola Collier Michele Columbus Benny Calvard Clem Combes Mary Dane Barry Dennis Mynds Dilbeck Jae Dunn Jimmy Essen Robin Eastwood Lin us Eneh Charles Evans Donna Fisher Stephanie Fowler Kanchsn Gbosbd'asu'dar Tm cy Graham 222 Stephanie Green Pa ula Halfum Stephanie Hart Stephen Hayes Kimberly Horton Alice Hudson Dennis Hull WHI Hutchinson ABM Islam Joseph Jefferson Walte- Jenkins Shelley Johnson Brian Jones Michael Klan: Clinta Lang Da vfd Lnssiter Mary Meyer De McLain Sherman McMillan Billy Mice Joanne Miller Kim Mitchell Wayland Muncn'ef Roger Oakley Jerry Paige Annie Pittman John Reece Gregory Reed Barley e Ree ves Sb a una Rhodes Cindee Roberts Kelley Sh erra rd Toni Shipman Jason Shires Beth Ann Smith Dennis Smith Tim Smitbart Rhonda Springer Leslie Thomas David Timmons 223 Jon Trent Sheila Troutz Robin Trueblood Sue Tuck Lisa Walker Marjorie Wakely Jill Washer Janet Wefcb D8 vid' Whatley Wesley Wilkins John Yates Landon Young Tim Young Eva Ziegler Graduates Karen Bergbauser Marie Bram Icy Terry Byerly James Ca ughern Anne Chaffin Ron Chafffn 224 km Deborah Clark George Da -Erego Be verIy Gardner Warren Hardin Decca Hodges Anita McDaniel Cyriacus Okwu Johnson Oneneye Becky Peterson Maia Quresbx' Brian Silver Terri Worsbnm Chemical error causes deletions Due to an una voidable error by Bawden, Kent Bowles, James a student photographer, photos were acciden tally destroyed hours before the final deadline. The 88 vage staff tried to notify those whose photos were gone without much success. Listed below are the names of those whose photos were unavaifa bfe, with the apologies of the yearbook staff and advisor: FRESHMEN - Kristie Beeman, Sandra Berkenbite, DeAnna Bradsbn w, Kenneth Buchanan, Donald Carter, Jennifer Gardine, Caro! Hanny, Michael Harris, Gerry Hicks, Monte Holland, Priscilla Pickens, Kevin Prewett, Sherrie Schmitz, Glen Wallace, Mindy Wrigb t, Scott Zachary. SOPHOMORES - Don Bro ussard, Versie Graham, David Hall, Kimberly Parker, Warren Reid, Pa tricia Stah'on, Denny StoMemyre, Tammy Umeb, Oscar Wrigb t. JUNIORS Johnson Adesanya, Randolph Pracack GRADUATES - Renee Camp Freshmen Lester Addington Mohammad Aziz Be verly Bagley Mainuddin Cbowdbury Mohammad Faldu'r Majid Fardireb Robyn Fuller Lynda Gardner Rana Ghost: Jessie wann Rassaf Haosbang Ahmad Hassain AltafHossain Le Visa Jackson Donna Johnson Danie! Keith Mo Khaleque Jody Kindred Napaporn Laohaboanyanukul Jin King Lu 225 Sultan Mamum Barbara Okwu Kenneth Otis Mizanur Rabman Alicia Reynolds Reza Mohammad Jam es Rfdh'ng Renae Smith Lisa Taylor Bryan Van Sickle Khue Vue Mohammad Uzzaman Judy Waller Angie Wolf Sophomores Lisa Bowerman Sonia Cogburn Tamara Cogburn Dalfena Hess Ronnie Jackson Gladys Lawson Kenda Longest Cindy McConnell Leah Rowan Jennifer Solomon Paul Starie Lo Pao Vue- Tina B. Wayt Rafell Williams Landon Young J uniors Traci Lea Ballet: Stella Carsten Eva Freeman Ca ralyn Gordan Michae! Harman Pamela Sue Harmon Mushtaq Khan Leda Mary Lea Mark Lewis Joey Loggains Rodrick Neal Ann Eric Rayford Belinda Stacy Gel: Vue Laura Jo Westbroak La urn Williams Seniors Mohammad Azam Ronald Beard Don aid Besbirs Anna Carrion Michael Combrink Sharla Cowden Ha ward De w's Matthew Holcombe Pamela Jo Ivey Jesse K emp Arnold Meszaros Floyd Olive Robyn Reed Ray White Graduates Vicki Burton Lisa Buford Charles Holder, HI Tammy Lee Smith Cnnoeing on Lake Texama is a treat for students. and early fall months. W8 ter skiing takes real talent during the summer h.i-VL! .....-1....I. x .. 1.. 3 ,. y ,X? .....,.. x... .x . XV. a 280 Back to the Basics The Savage Yearbook l CLOSING a l ,'gli ' . .aqa' :: . ' Looking backwards brings memories Leslie Ann Laftis poses for a photo to be used in a portfolio. Mrs. Waste Baskin hosts the modern and classical language club. Zlvfembers Donna DHbcck and Keith Duncan try a delicacy. Ba ngladesh Night makes students think of exotic locales With mystery and intrigue. r. ' : u 5 .! Hun... dh;.u. d ?km -' - .- ' .27... f5 3' :1! A J C! ' Ix- t :3; 'I. . -, . 1.. . -. -. . R. r- I. - um W29 1: 9.19533??? 475 I t ? . 9 - V . . w q'l L. C , ' ' ; .. n a ' 1 Time softens The minws Photography of A shared past Julia Da W's holds up a gi-me shit? acquired from a sporting event she co vered. Jimmy Easan forgets bow tiny Deanna Gerhard 1'5 when lifting her. Parking problems are a constant gripe, but the situa ticm could be worse. James Whad Astaire He-arn Toni Logan pogders her future struts his stuff before a with moments to spare before a Cbmvettes dress rehearsal. journalism class. 236 Jimmy E33011 goes far the tan at Lake Texoma during a Sigma Pi party. Terrie Roden catches a nap between classes. Sam etimes sitting on the earner wa telling for out-of-sta te cars seems to be the only en tertainment on campus. Laura Williams and Katy Kaiser step to class at a Iiveiy pace. Brenda Allen and Kevin Teague share a silly joke before class. 23? Rodger Biles is either looking for dropped money or demons tra ting the Superbo WI Sh ufHe. Hallo ween brought out the creative instincts of art student re who decora ted the coffee shoppe Windo ws. Bemem baring the la te Dr. Charles 0083 is his widow who presents SOSU with a scholarship. Accepting it are Dr. James Milligan and Dr. Larry Williams. Susie Reyna and Jackie Riddle work on a punch for the victory dance after a basketbai! game. 238 Closing Comments From Editor Michael Brumley Beginnings - the installment of a new President with the addition of various new faces on campus. Endings - the departure of faculty and staff who have been faithful in the mam years associated with Southeastern. Considering these prevalent changes in administration, it has been a challenge to produce this memorable edition of the Savage Yearbook. The formation of this yearbook should be credited to my determined staff, consisting of: Beth Ann Smith, Kellie Sullivan, Bret Denson, Jimmy Eason, and John McWilliams. Believe me when I say, this group is literally a crutch for the crippled. The following are a list of people we, the 1988 Savage Yearbook staff, would like to thank: Tom Wensel of Henington Publishing 00., Jim Harmon. SOSU Public Relations, Pat Norris, Debbie Barnes, C.W. Mangrum, Sheila Gold, Rudy Manley and the Southeastern, Harold Harmon of the Durant Daily Democrat, Faye Mangrum, color by Photo West, Denison Herald, Kellie Sullivan who cheerfully volunteered her time without compensation, Robin Eastwood, Deanna Gothard, Kelly Duke, Theater Dept., Tanya Johnson who was responsible for student pictures, and any of our friends who may have contributed to this edition of the yearbook. A yearbook is like a golden hand, it has no beginning and no ending, but some have compared it to the alpha and omega of life. A yearbook captures the beginning of a new school year as well as the ending, but with each ending. there is a new beginning. Our yearbook is the display of many dreams and hopes, joys and sorrows, and reflections of lift at Southeastern. We have attempted to bring the essence of being a Savage to this book. No year fulfills everything we hope it will, but this year has been a particularly trying time for our light in the darkness, Julia Davis, Advisor. We thank God for the strength He had given her. In conclusion and with love frOm the yearbook staff, we dedicate this book in memory of Jim and Anna Jean Davis. um: i .4 hp '2 9 Wild? 5......5 2110