Truman State University - Echo Yearbook (Kirksville, MO)

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 Welcome home? Anyone who goes away to school expects at least a few problems in adjusting to a new lifestyle. But rarely does the student who has been on his own for two semesters consider the readjustments that must be made in spending the summer with a family that has gotten used to life with one less person. Settling into a comfortable arrangement with a college roommate may be a relatively easy matter. Trying to live with a sibling for the summer can be a different story entirely. Sophomore Anne Parenza told how her sister felt about having her home again. She couldn't wait for me to go back to school so she could get the room back in order. Parenza admits that her sister's hostility could be attributed to the fact that I had boxes stuffed in all corners of the room waiting to go back. Sophomore Dclisa Cowley said her sister took control of their room after she left for school, but when I came home, I took over. There were no fights about it; she expected it. Those who do not have to share a room at home still have to worry that their territory will be otherwise invaded — turned into a study, a sewing room or a guest bedroom. Foresight made the summer at home easier for sophomore Cathy Hoffman. Nobody moved my stuff, Hoffman said. I made that point clear before I went to school. Some lucky students found that a year away from home improved family relationships. Junior John Cox said that all four of his brothers were nicer to him when he came home than they were before he left. If I asked them to do something, they would do it, he said. Whereas, If I was home all the time, they wouldn't. His mother treated him more like a man after a year at college, said sophomore Carlton Brooks. He was allowed to do things over the summer that his mother would not let him do before. While in high school, Parenza had a 1 a.m. curfew. She had to ask her parents if she could go somewhere and tell them who she would be with. But when she returned home for the summer she explained to her parents that since she had not been accountable to anyone all year, she saw no reason in starting again. After that, there was no longer a curfew. It is not quite true that You can never go home again. It is just that, for better or worse, things are bound to be different. — Jeanne Yakos 17 Summer .

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summer Social Science Division. F. William Kasmann of Columbia, Mo., was elected president of the board following the retirement of Sam Burk. Long-time instructor Ralph Shain filled the empty spot on the board. Ray Klinginsmith, former dean of administration, asked to assume duties as University general counsel and part-time instructor. The Social Science Division head since 1955, Gilbert Kohlenberg, also returned to teaching. James Lyons, former associate professor of psychology, was named interim head by the regents. Diversions A world-traveled psychic and magician, the Amazing Mendoza, performed on Aug. 2. Filmwise, entertainment included F.M. and Thank God It's Friday. For the sports- ofiented student, informal volleyball and softball intramurals were organized. Most summer activities wound up by Aug. 10— commencement. William Dye, director of the Missouri Division of Budget and Planning, addressed the 315 graduates, their families and friends. And they said nothing ever happens in Kirksville during the summer. FREE ICE CREAM provided by American Food Management cooled off a hot summer evening on the SUB Mall (above right). Junior Dorothy Munch and David Nichols, professor of music, scoop out dips for cones at the ice cream social sponsored by the Student Activities Office. PERSHING'S LITTLE GYM provided a relaxed atmosphere for informal volleyball intramurals (right). Sophomore Crystal Dieliker, a team member for the Pica Pounders, knocks one into the net in a battle against the f larris Spikers. SIXTY-TWO RUNNERS and 11 walkers raised about $700 in the first American Heart Association seven-mile race from the downtown Square to 1000 Hills State Park (far right). A high school volunteer offers a cup of water to a participant. The race was won by Dave Harris, former NMSU cross country runner, with a time of 35:05. 16 Summer

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s com brown paper packages When a gasp is heard at the hall desk around lunchtime, the rest of the line knows that somebody got mail. When a shout of surprise is heard, they know it is a bona fide package, something every student wishes to receive. In an average week, approximately 240 packages are distributed to the various residence halls. Some of these contain tapes, albums or cosmetics from the various national companies, but a good number are from a student's home. They are care packages, a symbol of love from someone who remembers. During holidays the number becomes even larger with the influx of cookies, candies, and special little gifts for the poor, struggling student stuck in the confines of Kirksville. At the beginning of the fall semester, the Housing Office supplied care packages to all the residents in the halls. Michelle Reinsch, sophomore, explained what was in her gift package: It had soap. Oil of Olay, Cup-a-Soup, Excedrin, a Gilette shaver, Woolile and a whole lot of other good things. Other care packages usually come from home. My sheets were too small for my bed, so Mom sent me bigger ones. She also sent a warmer nightgown and a bunch of gum. Just recently she said she was going to send a sweater that I really liked when shopping at home, Peggy Griebel, freshman, said. Karen Power, sophomore, received a tape cassette from her parents. They were on a vacation in another state, so they sent a tape of themselves talking. I got a package from my best friend for my birthday. It had a box of Cap'n Crunch in it for a gag gift, said Rita Bobeen, junior. My mom and dad also sent me flowers, and my sister sent me brownies one time. I've got six sisters, so I hope each will send me some things. Some people have never received packages. I've neveT received any, John Royer, senior, said. It never bothered me; I don't think about it. I do get a lot of mail though. I'm engaged to a girl in Maryville, Mo., and she writes me every day. I'll have to get on to her about sending some packages, though, he said. Packages come from all over the world, said Royer, who works in Dobson Hall's mail room. He ITEMS LEFT AT HOME can contribute to a sizeable care package, like the one being unpacked by Karla Williams, junior. This one contains a tape recorder as well as some canned goods from home. mentioned Taiwan, Japan, and Nigeria, as well as New York, Florida, Connecticut, and Michigan. Bobeen said that when a package comes for her, I get really excited. My friends? They are jealous! They all say 'You lucky thing' and, you know, they are right. It's the usual joking and ribbing, Reinsch said. I would not say there was any real jealousy. Sandy Rikard, sophomore, said, After a span of no mail for about three days, it (getting a package) really makes my day. It makes me feel like someone out there really cares. Knowing that someone really does care is an important factor in preventing homesickness. A few cookies, pieces of candy, a pair of favorite jeans or just a note of encouragement help relieve the scholarly grind. So . . . keep those packages coming! — Barb Cannon 18 Care packages