Truman State University - Echo Yearbook (Kirksville, MO)

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Sia ia, mm A tragic incident brought about some changes Fraternity parties were in the spotlight on campus activity this year, but not necessarily as the ideal thing to do. Dean of Students Terry Smith announced stricter guidelines on serving alcohol at functions sponsored by University organizations. His guidelines were set up after sophomore David Andres died in December at the Alpha Kappa Lambda fraternity house from an overindulgcnce of alcohol. Smith's guidelines stated that no minors or intoxicated persons would be served alcohol at functions sponsored by chartered University organizations, including the off-campus premises of chartered University Greek organizations. Failure to abide by the rules could result in suspension of that organization's charter, Smith said. With these new guidelines, A NON-ALCOHOLIC PARTY sponsored by Alpha Tau Omega gives sophomores Renee Seufer and Beverly Hall a chance to visit with junior Vicky Howard and sophomore Pam Nelson. Greek organizations, which revolve around social activities, made adjustments. Roller-skating parties and non-alcoholic rush parties became an alternative to alcoholic parties. Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity had at least two roller-skating parties and two non-alcoholic get-togethers during the spring semester. Tim Yancy, senior social chairman for STG, said these functions were different. We came up with some of the ideas by talking to members who did not drink at all, because they are used to finding things to do other than drink, he said. One roller-skating party was a mixer, where the STGs invited one sorority to the get-together. Yancey said the function was fun, and they planned to have more. One problem with having no alcohol at the fraternity houses is that ladies won't come if there is no alcohol. They stay in their dorm rooms and study. The ladies are a deterrent to the guidelines, Yancey said. Alpha Tau Omega fraternity decided to eliminate all alcohol at social functions soon after the guidelines were passed. Gary Lee, president of ATO, said the fraternity planned to have roller- skating parties. The guys don't like it, but we get by. Dave Sweeny, social chairman for Phi Lambda Chi fraternity, said their group held one non-alcoholic rush function. He said, We had chips and soft drinks, set up tables and played cards. Quite a few people came at first, but people didn't stay as long. Some of the guys that came pledged later. Delta Zeta sorority has been involved in non-alcoholic functions with fraternities. Janet Mertz, president of DZ, said the sorority had a roller- skating party with the STGs. We had a lot of fun. It was nice to have a good time without alcohol. We had as good a turnout as other parties (with alcohol), she said. Planning for the Greek Week Bash was different from the past years because of the guidelines, Steve Burger, president of the Interfraternity Council, said. The bash was held at the McMain Auction Barn, he said, but IFC and

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ALTHOUGH the old-fashioned date may be dwindling, people still take pains with their appearance when they do go out. Gary Tobias, junior, spruces up before a movie in Baldwin Hall. A DATE for the movies may have changed in style, but couples still attend talking picture shows together. However, most students go with good friends rather than sweethearts. IN THE HALLWAY outside Baldwin Auditorium, freshman Vanitta Waterman, from Williamstown, Mo., and junior Jorge Gallegos, from Lima, Peru, await the opening of the doors to the evening's flick.

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the Panhellenic Council did not supply alcohol as they have before. IFC has been working on changing fraternity rush for the fall. Burger said. It's just in the planning stages, but we plan several parties (for all fraternities) where there will be no alcohol. It (the rushing) will be more formalized. The future of fraternity parties or any alcoholic function is certainly questionable. Students under 21 must make their own decisions as to whether to attend parties where liquor is served. Smith said, Policy is not a one-way street. It may appear that the group has a responsibility for this, but the individuals have a great responsibility, also. Campus groups cannot serve alcohol, but just as important, minor students should not expect to be served. Parties are still an aspect of college life at NMSU, but non-alcoholic alternatives are becoming part of that life, too. — Ruth Selby SHORTLY AFTER the new alcohol warning was issued. Sigma Tau Gamma started requiring identification at their parties. Brian Weaver and Jim Stabler, Sig Tau members, get a beverage at a chili supper. BARTENDERS at a no-booze party do not have to check IDs. Kevin Watt and George Cladenna are members of Theta Psi, a fraternity of the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine that rents its facilities. A GAME OF POOL challenges freshman Mary Hanson at an Alpha Tau Omega party. Fraternities found attractions other than keggers to draw students to rush parties. 25 Alcohol crackdown