Truman State University - Echo Yearbook (Kirksville, MO)

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Although some students considor summer courses as easy credit, the numbers game remains the same in this math class. Summer on campus gives Keith Abrahms the opportunity to perfect his frisbee game. Upward Bound counselors, led by Suzie Irake. hurry back to Pershing after a rousing ecroation session in Red Barn Park. 29

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Summer school Sessions in the sun Summer school: it meant so many different things—catching up on classes, getting ahead on classes, attending workshops, being a coun- selor, escaping from hometown boredom and enjoying the lazy summer life in Kirksville. There were a variety of activities offered for students, staff, faculty and families throughout the two summer sessions. The slate of events began in June along with summer classes. The campus was a good place for a stroll and was peacefully quiet. The university entertained several youth organizations over the summer, who proceeded to convert sidewalks into skateboard highways. The annual 1000 Hills Summer Camps were in session for various one-week stints which ranged from music to journalism to baton twirling. The TWEEN Club, catering to youngsters aged six to 17, utilized Red Barn Park for campouts, a playground and movie showings. Upward Bound (UB), a group of •'economically disadvantaged students who have an opportunity to attend college level classes. occupied Brewer Hall from June to August. The other campus residence halls were filled to capacity this summer due to an increase in enrollment. A total of 3869 students were enrolled in summer school this year, in compari- son to last year’s enrollment of 3812. Blanton Hall housed married couples who were enrolled in school. Several interviews with residents revealed the general consensus that the suites were easy to keep house in, the food service was terrific (no cooking!), and for five weeks at a time the price could not be beat. Renovation and relocation dominated the campus as well as some of the major thoroughfares of Kirksville. Classes were held in the new Administration Humanities (AH) Building despite the fact that not all the hitches in electricity had been ironed out. The new building prompted several comments from students and faculty, including drama professor J. G. Severns, who said, The visual surprise is very nice.” The bridge connecting the AH Building and Baldwin Hall was a favorite between-class hotspot. It was a great place to warmup, take a cigarette break, and talk. Construction crews worked daily on the parking lot of the Student Union. Teachers were moved, offices were emptied and remodeled: the Thousand Hills State Park drew many students for classes, workshops, picnics, and relaxation. Here, some students took time out to relax in the sun and cool off in the water. Suntanning was a popular leisure-time activity.

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Upward Bound students Madeline Riley and Merle Hall enjoy a view of the lake while eating their picnic suppers. Two students pause in the garden to capture the campus beauty in pictures. Taking a break from classes. Denise Collins anticipates a hit from the pitch by Debbie Stites. 30