Taylor University - Ilium / Gem Yearbook (Upland, IN)

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Variety Show entertains students The 1984 Variety Show, always a tra- ditional Taylor event was held this year on October 14, at 8:15. The show was emceed by Andy Elliot and Dan Ed- wards, who livened up the evening with their old jokes and unusual hats. The C A was full with over 1 100 peo- ple watching the 18 acts. Cherly Ander- son, special events co-ordinator, com- mented on the evening: Even though we spent a lot of time putting it all to- gether it sure was fun ... we had some good musical acts this year. Dave Burns and 2nd East Wengatz al- most brought the house down with their country pop rendition of Swing ' n . George Jackson made his first appearance as the crisp and clean, no-caffeine. 7-UP man. The What, back by popular demand, per- formed Long Live Rock, and Jeff Fra- tus belted out the Romantics tune, That ' s What I Like About You , to a screaming audience. Freshman Robyn Sonneveldt calmed the crazed audi- ence crooning Beautiful Dreamer , a tune from the TV show Fame . The audience, although perhaps more subdued this year than others, showed their appreciation of true talent by applauding loudly after each act. BELOW: Adding a soft, romantic touch to the evening, Mark Bowell sings Desperado to the crowd. ABOVE: Jeff Fratus jams down to the Romantics tune, That ' s What I Like About You. RIGHT: George Jackson as the man from Jamaica. 26

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A time of spiritual growth The 1983 Fall chapels opened with President Gregg Lehman ' s address to the student body entitled: Looking for Shepherds. The semester was highlighted with numerous exciting, informative, and challenging chapels. September includ- ed Life After Taylor , a talk show for- mat consisting of members of Taylor ' s National Alumni Council, and a sense of scholarship with the President, Dean, and faculty in full academic regalia dur- ing the Academic Convocation. Mr. Tom Lutz motivated Taylor with his Christian perspective on the busi- ness world. Taylor World Outreach brought our attention to the opportuni- ties available for experiencing hands- on ministry outreaches, with a humor- ous and informational chapel. Starting out October, Don J. Odie, who has been long associated with Tay- lor, gave his China Perspective , and Ron Johnson, president of TSO, gave a challenging message on knowing God and living the Christian life. The film Assignment: Life was a startling look at life and had a tremendous impact on students as they faced the devastating facts on abortion. Mr. William Roman- owski entertained us with his musical history of rock-n-roll. In November, Mr. Roger Dewey shared his Politics for Revival . He is the founder and director of Christians for Uban Justice. Dr. James Earl Mas- sey, a speaker on the Christian Broth- erhood Hour , spoke. Dr. Don Bartlett returned this Fall and shared excerpts from his moving book, MACARONI AT MIDNIGHT. Pastor Griffin shared his vi- sion for Taylor: that it should be known as a place of growth and dynamic Chris- tian faith. December opened up with Rev. Mat- thew J. Wilde and Ms. Catherine Meeks, who spends her time leading work- shops on race relations. Chaplain Har- old Elliott portrayed the character of Levi Littleton. He made us laugh and showed us the value of people no mat- ter what their appearance. The tradi- tional Christmas chapel, of unusually high attendance, brought the Fall se- mester of chapels to a close. ABOVE LEFT; The Rev. Roger Newton. Fall Spiritual Renewal speak- er, took his text from James. ABOVE: Dr. Dan Yutzy, professor of sociology, uses familiar hand gestures to exemplify his meaning. LEFT: Rev. Matthew J. Wilde pauses in preparation for prayer. 25

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LEFT: Showing off his excellent physique, Dan Thompson entertained the ladies. 27