University of Arkansas Fayetteville - Razorback Yearbook (Fayetteville, AR)

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JUNIOR KATIE FISH CLAIMS THE CROWN BY DAZZLING THE JUDGES, CROWD AT THE MISS UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS F or three hours, 14 contestants competed in a talent, swim suit and evening gown contests hoping to claim the crown. BY TRENT PEETOOM The Union Ballroom was full of spectators almost an hour before the curtain went up. As the excitement grew, 14 contest¬ ants arrived on stage to compete for the title of Miss University of Arkansas 1990. After three hours of competition, including a talent, a swim¬ suit, and an evening gown competition, the title was given to Katie Fish, a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. Fish, a 21-year-old junior, was no stranger to pageants. In addition to the title of Miss University of Arkansas, she was also crowned Miss Hot Springs in 1989. “I just love doing pageants. I ’ve especially always wanted to go to the Miss Arkansas Pageant, she said. Because of her previous experience, Fish admitted she was never nervous. “I’m really laid back. I just try to have a good time which is easy because I’m so excited about it, she said. Fish said that the thrill of winning and meeting the other women was the best part of the competition. But the pageantry did not stop there. Fish went on to compete for the title of Miss Arkansas 1990. “I’ll really be watching my weight. I’m exercising, and I’ve really been working with my talent coach on a new piano piece.” Fish charmed the audience in the talent competition as she performed “Beethoven’s Fifth” with her own humorous, person¬ able and dramatic interpretations at the piano. Her variations included styles from rock ‘n’ roll to jazz and the blues. In addition to the crown, Fish received $3,073 in scholar¬ ships from the University, the UA Resident Life and Services and the University Bookstore. She also received a $250 gift certificate from “Randy’s of Another World.” The contest attracted 14 contestants. Ann Davis was fourth runner-up, Kim Miller was third, Laura Branch second and Shannon Boy was first runner-up. Boy received $600 in scholarships from the UA Campus Activities Center and the Campus Bookstore. The second through fourth runners-up were awarded Miss UA silver trays. “Just go for it. Don’t let people tell you you can’t do it,” Fish said, giving advice to future contestants. • Lucky me I am tfi a nervo 1 person let mother “■ that for — beca ul the thrill of competition re ' j gets you pumped up. I ' m rea ' 1 laid back. I just try to have a time which is easy because I ' i 1 excited about it.l just love doi“ ' pageants. KATIE Fl Student Life

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UNDER THE LIGHTS, APPROXIMATELY 51,000 FOOTBALL FANS VISITED CAMPUS TO WATCH THE RAZORBACKS DO A LITTLE BEAR O n home ' coming weekend the entire state of Arkansas was issued a license to bear hunt, as long as it was Baylor Bears in the vicinity of the University ' s football stadium. It was a great honor to represent Arkansas and the University as the 1989 Homecoming Queen. As I walked onto the field the excitment of the fans overwhelmed me. At that moment everyone at the game was watching me. It was a very exciting moment in my life. AMBER INGRAM BY LIZ VANZANT Barbecued bear was on the menu during Homecoming weekend, and not only did the football team get to pig out, but the entire student body did also. University Programs sponsored the Bear-B-Que for students which featured eight to 10 pounds of bear meat (that came from Chicago not Waco) as well as barbecued chicken and hot dogs. Because of the high cost of bear meat, students were only able to get a bite to taste the “delicacy,” but 1,000 students did just that. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission also became interested and called to asked the source of the bear meat. Since hunting bear is illegal in Arkansas, the university catering service had to show proof of purchase. Students, like freshman Lane Burrow, said they enjoyed the free food. “IPs a real good idea—I’m tired of eatingat the house, and besides that you can’t screw up a hot dog,” Burrow said. Senior Vikki Cox, agreed. “It’s a really good way to boost University spirit.” Another pre-game activity to boost spirit was the pep rally at the Greek Theater. The Booster Club introduced and escorted the Home¬ coming court. Senior Laura Beth Branch, a Phi Mu, said she was honored to represent the school as a member of the Homecoming court. “It was neat being in front of all the Greeks at the pep rally,” Branch said. “I felt special being escorted on stage.” “The band gave people a chance to dance and really have fun,” freshman Kris Ewards said. When the Homecoming festivities moved to Razorback stadium for the first football game played in the stadium at night, hunting bear, at least Baylor Bears, was no longer illegal. With stadium lights trucked in from Iowa, sports fans across the nation were able to watch the game on the ESPN sports network. Arkansas beat Baylor, 19-10, in front of a crowd of more than 51,000. The traditional Homecoming halftime ceremonies, with the theme “The Great Comeback,” featured alumni cheerleaders and the crown¬ ing of queen Amber Ingram. ROTC Cadets from Arnold Air Society and Angel Flight members presented a flag that had flown over Old Main to Gov. Bill Clinton in honor of national POW MIA Week, a week that was set aside to insure that Vietnam prisoners of war and those missing in action would not be forgotten. The flag was later flown over the capitol in Little Rock on Memorial Day. Ingram, a social work major from Ft. Smith, represented Kappa Kappa Gamma. She was joined by court members senior Sharon Ed¬ wards, junior Bernadette Barry, senior Laura Beth Branch and senior Lauren Malpica. Homecoming ’89 proved to be a success as it not only honored history but made a little, too. • Homecoming

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WINER ' S WALK. Sporting a big smile and the Miss University of Arkansas crown, Katie Fish received $3,073 in scholarships and the opportunity to compete in the Miss Arkansas pageant. M. HORTON PHOTO THE BIG MOMENT Seconds after emcee John George named Kati Fish Miss University of Arkansas, Miss Arkansas Marci Lewallen congratulates her while Heather Hunnicutt, Miss UA 1989, prepares to crown her. M. HORTON PHOTO CROWNED. Miss University of Arkansas Kati Fish is crowned by 1989 Miss UA Heather Hunnicutt. Fish, a 21 year old junior and 1989 Miss Hot Springs, performed Beethoven’s Fifth with her own variations on the piano for the talent content. Her variations included styles from rock ’n roll to jazz and the blues. M. HORTON PHOTO Miss U of A 27