University of Michigan - Michiganensian Yearbook (Ann Arbor, MI)

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Economics sive public institutions in the nation. Due to escalating costs, more are find- ing it harder to attend. Some lower income students are being squeezed out as finan- cial aid does not relieve most of the eco- nomic burden. Consequently, the student body has be- come more affluent over the years. Ac- cording to data collected from SAT appli- cations, the estimated median family in- come for Michigan students has risen dra- matically since 1979. At that time, the estimated median income was $31,300; in 1983 the median increased to $46,300. Students at U-M have become not only economically advantaged but educational- ly enriched. Changes such as these have resulted in the new attitude prevalent on campus. -Annette Fernholz Like the passing season , Michigan students are experiencing many changes. Students hang out (left) on the grad steps be- tween classes. Oc tober weather (top left) lures students outsid away from the books. One of the pleasures (top center) of attending U- M is exchanging ideas with other students. Many escape the rigors (top right) of classwork by strolling through the Diag. Students Changing 9

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s L I F E iversity. People, studies, parties, rallies . . . each of these re- flect important aspects of our lives while at Michigan. With the excitement of the 1984 presidential campaign, some students became involved in national political issues. Others focused on local controversies such as the nonacademic code for student conduct and the nuclear free zone issue. Some students concentrated on their studies and personal lifestyles. Many participat- ed in the physical fitness craze and the trivia rage, others spent more time exploring Ann Arbor ' s culture, while many focused their attention on their class work. Regardless of anything else, football Saturdays enthralled much of the student body. In a school the size of Michigan many struggled to maintain their individuality. Some sought this through student groups, academic success and personal expression. For EDITED BY KRISTINE GOLUBOVSKIS example, campus fashions reflected the personalities of those who wore them. Several experimented with trendy styles, and others remained content with traditional attire. Whatever the lifestyle, Ann Arbor offers a little variety for everyone! Hail to the Maize Blue , . Page 12 Students tour the White House Page 20 In pursuit of Michigan Trivia Page 26 Presidential campaign and political issues attract student participants Page 48 Kfistine Golubovskis Angell Hall is one of the focal points on campus. It 3 contains classrooms, CRISP, the counseling office, o and four movie auditoriums. B Campus Life 11