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

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Maize Blue Mania Captures Crowd The colors maize and blue are an estab- lished part of the University. It might seem as though they ' ve always been around, but that ' s not the case. In 1867 a committee decided the school colors would be maize and azure blue. Yet no- body really knew what azure meant, and as a result people used many shades of blue. Over the years the blue became progres- sively lighter, eventually becoming sky blue. The athletic association decided this color wasn ' t tough enough so they be- gan to use the familiar bright yellow and deep blue on the athletic ensignias. In 1912 the University ' s Ann Arbor campus celebrated its 75th anniversary. On the occasion the Regents met to deter- mine the official shades of yellow and blue. The deeper shades were clearly fa- vored, and from that day on those colors continue to represent the University of Michigan, g -Paula Drury Kristine Golubovskis Jeff Schrier Top: Fans participate in pre-game tail-gate parties. Right: A spirited maize and blue fan sings Hail to the Victors . Above: The stadium celebrates another Michigan touchdown. 12 Maize Blue

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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

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Top: Fanfare Band Director Bryan El-Zoghby holds what may be considered Michigan ' s secondary mascot. Right: The students section of the stadium becomes excited when the Rocky Bullwinkle theme is performed. Left: A football spectator displays his pleasure when the team runs a successful drive. JeH Schriei Maize Blue 13