Truman State University - Echo Yearbook (Kirksville, MO)

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Alter the storm, lights from the Administra- tion Humanities Building reflect puddles to brighten up an otherwise dark and deserted campus. 8eautiful autumn weather means a pleasant walk across campus. Turning leaves complimented the color of the marigolds in front of Brewer and Nason halls. 7

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Classes commenced in the new Administra- tion Humanities Building with its white chalkboards and purple chalk, while use of the old standard blackboards in Laughlin Hall was discontinued. Climactic scenes throughout the year were bomb threats during finals week and a controversial symphonic review printed in the Index. Comedy is a perennial favorite, and entertainment in this broad act encompassed many different scenes. Saturday Night Live,” “The Gong Show” and Steve Martin kept the nation in stitches, while locally, five-man troupe Duck’s Breath was sponsored by the Student Activities Board and freshman Rich Balducci added a ridiculous new dimension to KNEU. Sink It! scream Bulldog fans in Pershing Arena. Fraternity and sorority blocks often added to the game fun with spirit contests. 6

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An early half-moon makes its mark in the sky above Blanton Hall Fall's beauty was magnified by the trees throughout campus. Musically, disco brought on rave reviews, prompting dancers infected with “Saturday Night Fever” to “boogie” to crazed lengths whenever “Disco Inferno” was played. Costumes for the year differed from act to act, but in popular demand were cowls, boots, stick pins and three-piece suits. For a more thorough review of the acts and scenes of the year, and a look at the people who made the NMSU production possible, “ADMIT 1” —Maureen Kelly Athletes like Oscar Scott, as well as joggers, make use of the track and field at Stokes Stadium. 8