University of Miami - Ibis Yearbook (Coral Gables, FL)

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EHNES iN SPHBE wiCiB MR. UM xcitement, intensity, and sheer electricity filled the Rathskeller during the 1997 Mr. . . ED 2. EU :I E! m :r. E .1: Competition. Revealing a variety of dawn Dent I talents and suave questionaire responses, candidates entranced the crowd with their smoothest possible apperances. From singing to Rave dancing, the men of UM. displayed a multitude of talents before a crowd which was primarily comprised of females. The winner, Mr Alex i Llosas, complete with crown, sash, and white tuxedo responded to cheering fans with casual kisses. All i of the men, adorned with roses for HLEX LLDSHS pHOTOS By HFFANYSTERN prospective dates, teddybears to sleep with, and the latest Miami fashions made judging Mr. U.M. an arduous task. In short, these men HOMECOMING had it all, but inthe end, according to Brian Mietlicki, one Mr. U.M. contestant, we simply had a really good time performing for the crowd. By Kristine Schmidt Shawn Thrasher

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F ' STERN mity to ; E,- l TIFFANY STERN Zeta Tau Alpha exemplified creativity and great dance moves during the organized cheer competition. JIM FATZINGEFt The crowd really got into the act at the Talent Show held in the Ftathskeller. Sarah Guarnaooia was one of the many contestants who gave an outstanding performance at the Talent Show. JIM FATZINGER ADRIENNE DENA HO Christopher Colby, Jenn McNaughton, Alex Yu and Shauna Wuggazer of Eaton dressed for the part as they performed the Imperial Rendition of the Alma Mater Tale . and Tradition hree of the most interestin competitions during Homecomin were Organized Cheer, the Alma Mater Singing Contest and the Talent Show Competition. Organized Cheer was one of the most entertaining events to watch or participate in. This year, each group contained some sort of continuance of the tCanes in Space theme, whether it was with their costumes or the music. The croWd had a great time laughing to the always humorous lyrics. In the Alma Mater Singing Contest many groups impressed the audience with not only their singing ability but also their creativity. The Talent Show contained performers in piano, singing and comedy, ail competing for the right to be considered the most talented on our campus. All in all, the events were a huge success and many students proved they had unseen talents. By Sarah Morgan VOLUNTEERING t SPIRIT

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he Miss University of Miami competition is one of the most prestigious events during the FlachEli Rubinstein Heather Phillips Homecoming week. This event, 3rd Runner up End F'lunner up which was sponsored in part by the Miss America Pageant, featured contestants who have practiced for many weeks. This year, twelve finalists participated in four individual events: interview, swimsuit, eveningwear, and talent competition. The talent competition is worth the most. The womensl talents varied from singing to playing piano, while others tap PHOTOS BY mlFl WHETHIUNIHNNI W'LL'AMLAW danced or performed lyrical ballet lNY STERN , . p TIFFANY STERN pieces. Overall, it was obvious that all of the participants could have easily won in each category. In the eveningwear competition, the MR. UM w MS. UM participants displayed the most stunning formal apparel. Whether, these students placed or not, they all were tremendously talented and should be proud 0 their accomplishments. Lissette Ennzalez I Himherlq StracH I I b By Sarah Morgan lst PIUI'II'IEI up L.th Runner up