STEPPING STONES Building on the Past for a Promising Future W ith the beginning of a new year, the University of Arkansas saw a variety of changes. The most obvious was the transformation of the build¬ ings on Garland Avenue. The Union saw a face-lift as well as a new addition. Next door, the Intermodal Transit Facility was created to alleviate the parking problems on campus. With all these changes, it would be easy to lose sight of the past and the history of the University. Several monuments still remain. ne of these tributes to the past is Spoofers Stone which sits on the front lawn of Old Main. It is a piece of Ozark limestone left from the construction of Old Main. In 1900, it was considered improper to show public displays of affection. This stone was cracked so it could not be used for construction. Instead, it was left and courting couples would leave notes in the crack. In the 1920s, it became a rendevous for lovers. This was a result of no visitaion hours for member of the opposite sex in the resi¬ dence halls. It was originally four times its present size. However, couples who had pro¬ posals at the stone would chip away pieces of the stone for souvenirs. Through the 1930s, the student government prohibited freshmen from sitting on Spoofers Stone. The stone is now protected and holds a dedication plaque. nother treasure unique to the univer¬ sity is Senior Walk. The names of the first graduating class are etched in stone at the front steps of Old Main. Beginning in 1876, each graduate will be for¬ ever remembered as students pass the side¬ walks. The Senior Walk was started in 1 by C.W. Cromwell, the class president at tl time. The superstition at the time was v freshmen were not allowed to walk on Senior walk. The front doors on Old could also not be used by freshmen unless 1 J university won the Homecoming game » year. e have come a long way since thj Times, they are a-changin’ stand at the cornerstone of a n ' millenium. Our technology is advancing a education has expanded beyond the four of a classroom. As we broaden our horiz we must remember the past, live the p reS and dream for the future. -Michelle L. g4 Right: The spoofer stone is an historic monument with a fascinating story. Inset: The plaque dedicated to the stone in 1932. -photo by Michelle Griffith Far Right Above: The Senior walk as it stretches towards Arkansas Avenue. -photo by Michelle Griffith Far Right Below: Time passes oy whether it is viewed from a digital watch or a sun-dial on campus near the Chemistry building. -photo by Louid France 2 ♦ OPENING
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