Texas Tech University - La Ventana Yearbook (Lubbock, TX)

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The Masked Rider, Tanya Tinnin, riding Midnight Raider, threw the first torch that lighted the 45- foot bonfire tower. (Photo by Greg Humphries) jL 1 i The first Blanket Bonfire Concert, sponsored by the Saddle Tramps, attracted a large crowd early to the bonfire event. (Photo by Greg Hump- hries) Chi Omega sorority and Theta Chi fraternity teamed up to place first in the fraternity sorority division of the homecoming parade. They also placed first overall. (Photo by Greg Humphries) Designed by Lota Luiz Homecoming — 21

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HOMECOMING Even though Tech was beaten by Arkansas, 45-13, in the homecom- ing game, 47,520 spirited fans were on hand cheering for the Red Raiders. For the first time, the Homecoming Queen was crowned at halftime instead of during a pregame ceremony. The 1989 Home- coming Queen was Andra Jackson, a human resources family studies major from San Angelo. Halftime was one highlight of the eve- ning. During the band ' s spectacular lights-out performance, neon green lights fixed onto band members ' hats were the only thing visible. Band member Sherry Gamelin said the neon tubes gave off more light than ex- pected, so reading music and marching were not a problem. The show also surprised many fans. I wasn ' t expecting a pitch-black halftime, just the band ' s usual songs and marches, said Matt Maples, a freshman education major from Fort Worth. But the neon lights really looked awesome. The Masked Rider also circled the field clad in lights. Homecoming added new dimensions to past traditions. For years. Tech ' s stu- dents and alumni will reflect on the addi- tions and perhaps add more of their own. —Melissa Valentine Raider Red and a friend dance to tunes played by the Intentions and ttie Nelsons at the first Blanket Bonfire Concert, which preceded the homecoming bonfire. (Photo by Greg Humphries) Saddle Tram ps prepare to light the 45-foot bonfire structure, which was five days in the making. A crowd of 4,000 watched as flames leaped skyward. (Photo by Greg Humphries) 20 — Homecoming

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HOME- COMING COSTS ADD UP By Melissa Valentine Homecoming and its costs can take a large chunk out of a col- lege student ' s budget — just ask any Tech student who participated in the annual festivities. Mums, roses and garters all are a part of homecoming, and their prices easily can exceed a set budget. The House of Flowers built a mum that cost $160, but the average price was $40 or $50 per mum. Some homecoming patrons experi- enced long waits as lines were out the door at area restaurants such as the 50 Yard Line and Mesquite ' s. The average cost of dinner for two was around $30. The cost for the weekend already to- taled $70 to $80 for flowers and food, and alcohol has yet to be mentioned. A case of beer or bottle of liquor aver- aged $12 to $15. Add in $30 for game tickets, and the grand total for this weekend of fun was $130 for the guy. Girls ' expenses could be around the same amount, because many girls purchased new outfits. There was one good thing about a Dee Eddy, Laura Perry and Susan Granberry work on the float just days before homecom- ing. Delta Delta Delta spent $340 for its float, which placed third. (Photo by Greg Humphries) 1 during ichele Richardson, a House of Flowers em- , ployee and a Tech student, creates mums during the busy homecoming season. Most mums were priced at $40, (Photo by Corby Roberts) girl ' s expense: the outfit could be worn again and again. Homecoming weekend was not a thrifty two days, but if it was enjoyable, the money may not be missed. Jennifer Lundgren and Brian Everett enjoy their homecoming meal. Dinner for two at the 50 Yard Line can cost anywhere from $10 to $40. (Photo by Cindi Faulkner) 22 — The Cost of Homecoming