University of Nebraska Kearney - Blue and Gold Yearbook (Kearney, NE)

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CH-CH-CHANGES Rock n' roil has evolved from Jimi Hendrix to the Beastie Boys, from the Beatles to Madonna. We have heard many greats come and go, with each of us having similar or different feelings about what kind of music we listen to. We have come from a drug oriented cul- ture to an age during which we are aware of the consequences of drugs and have Rock Against Drugs(R.A.D.)} an organi- zation opposing drug abuse. We also now have songs that bring out awareness of child abuse. Another big innovation involving rock was Live-Aid, organized by Bob Geldof, who brought together many fa- mous performers to raise money for the homeless and starving. We also have had similar philantrophic rock ventures like “Band-Aid” and “USA for Africa' during which rock pulled togeth- er to raise money for AIDS research and food for Africa’s starving. Lomicky feels these efforts are posi- tive and likewise have an impact on the young. She said, “I think music is tre- mendously influential on young people. They listen to it so much. I listened and it was to me.” Rock ‘n' roll has seen changes in the last twenty years. But it's still alive and kicking and for one basic reason: “Kick down the baracade. Listen to what the kids say, they’re trying and try- ing to change my mind. But the music is here to stay. I’ve seen it all from the bot- tom to the top. Everywhere I go, kids wanna rock.” - Bryan Adams As the 60$ faded into the '70s, rock ln rod seemed to lose some- thing, maybe it lost its innocence as the drugs kicked in. SELF-ESTEEM: THEN AND NOW Self-esteem, favorable appreciation of oneself, was a word that was developed in 1657. The meaning has not changed through the years, although people’s interpreta- tion of self-esteem has. A damaging time for self-esteem may be occasional failure or unsatisfactory response from other people. In an 1968 edition of Today's Health an article says. “Everyone has experienced failures and defeats, it is unavoidable and a part of the pattern to learning our limitations. Todays Health, also says “Self-esteem originates from two sources: within the individual and from the opinions of others. Natural aggression to achieve propels a person's feeling of self-worth.” Praise, accomplishment and rewards enhance self-worth or self-esteem. In 1968, emphasis on self-esteem wasn't as strong as it is in 1988. Parents give children a push to be involved in some activities but didn't make it mandatory that they join every group or organiza- tion. In 1988, this sentiment does not hold true. Parents push their children to be more involved and to succeed in organizations, not only for the child but so parents can have some recognition of their own name, according to Today's Health. Growing up has a great impact on the quality of self- esteem developed. Relationships with parents, grand- parents and brothers or sisters stimulate self-esteem. And those relationships can be competitive, as often demon- strated between brothers and sisters, or they can be close. In 1988, with greater emphasis placed on self-esteem, parents are continually encouraging children to be involved and excel in activities. Excelling in football, basketball, track, speech or music makes parents happy. Not only do the parents benefit but the students get a boost on their ego. Spiritualism and self-esteem are increasing in impor- tance as well. “Employers search for people with great self- esteem and are more apt to hire someone who has a good perception about himself,” according to 1986 AT T study. Spiritualism is more of an importance in life since 1968. People are attending church regularly and participat- ing in activities outside of the church. Lifestyles, clothing and the desire to obtain more knowledge has also increased in importance since 1968. More magazines - Parents, McCalls, Good Housekeep- ing, and Vogue keep the public informed of ways to enhance self-esteem, whereas in 1968, only magazines such as Read- er's Digest and Today's Health carried stories about people, and not cold-cut facts on how to increase one's self-esteem. These magazines along with television and movies have made people in 1988 more conscious about all aspects of themselves. Having a high paying job, new car, new house, new boat and lakefront property seem to boost Am- erican’s opinion of personal self-esteem. In 1988, many people are trying to outdo the other. There is more competition to see exactly who is better at a particular job or sport. Psychologists make appointments everyday to help people deal with the aspects of self-es- teem, according to a November, 1987 Reader's Digest. Although the definition of self-esteem has not changed, the interpretation of the word has caused people to go to great measures to increase self-esteem. Nearly all college students would like to get married, often thinking that marriage will give one a sense of balance and make one's life have a focus, according to the experts. Women are afraid that if they wait, all of the good men will be gone, according to Glamour Magazine. In a study conducted by Glamour Magazine, August, 1987, the following statistics were reported. Some 94 per- cent of men and women expect they will be married by age 30. Five percent of the students polled thought they would be married between the ages 31 and 35. Aiinost none expec- ted to be manned after age 35. Also, 98 percent of male stu- dents see themselves in one marriage in a lifetime com- pared to 95 percent of females. 64 percent opt for someone who has sexual experience. Other facts, which demonstrate changing values: In 1980: 78 percent of females wanted children compared to 84 percent of men. Today 95 percent of women and 93 per- cent of men want children. Sexual attitudes, relationships and choice of mates have changed, which could indicate a strong personal re- solve. Young adults apparently strongly believe in marriage and want it to last, according to Glamour. Uf JR s

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 ROCK- Alive and Kickin'! The generation of today still look back on the 1960s in awe. It was an era that still has a powerful hold on the imaginations of today. Americans grew up in a rush of history that included the student-protest movements and civil rights movements, the drug culture, the rock n’ roll explosion; the war in Viet- nam, the assassinations of its political heroes; the rise and fall of Richard Nix- on, the unbridled growth of nuclear weapons; the birth of the environmental movement, and the liberation of sexuali- ty. Rock 'n’ roll was no longer consid- ered teenage dance music; it tried to con- vey the concerns and opinions of a gener- ation that was prepared to question ev- erything. Bruce Springsteen once said, '‘Because of the naivete of the era, it’s easily trivialized and laughed at. But un- derneath it, 1 think, people were trying in some sense to redefine their own lives and the country that they lived in, in some more open and free and just fash- ion. And that was real; that desire was real.” The year 1967 -------------- was a big year for rock in% roll. It was a year of astonishing debuts by Jimi Hendrix and the “Velvet Under- u I don't like MTV be- cause it changes how we ex- perience music. I don't ground” and the Rol- ling Stones “Be- tween the Buttons”. As concept albums go, “Absolutely Free” or “We’re Only in It for the Money” the two “Mothers of In- vention” LPs released in 1967, not to mention “The Who Sell Out”. Also an excellence piece of psychedelia was the Pink Floyd's “Piper at the Gates of Dawn.” One of the most controversial popular albums of today’s and past gen- eration’s is the eighth album of the Beatles, which is their “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” album. Carol Lomicky, a mass communica- tions instructor at KSC, said “It was the first time that rock was recognized as a work of art, because of the fact that ar- tists were able to put so many innova- tions into one album.” She said that not music. think music should be watched; I think it should be listened to. ” —Lomicky only did the Beatles bring, “respect to the world of rock a9 a whole,” but many doors were opened with the introduction of this record. For instance, it was the first album that introduced an instru- mental classical sound mixed with rock. Also the lyrics were printed on the back cover. To many, the Beatles popularity still remains a mystery, but it is quite ap- parent that because of this mystery and many other factors, they will remain popular with each generation as time goes on. ROLLING STONE AND WOODSTOCK Another new innovation in rock mu- sic was Rolling Stone Magazine which first came out in 1967 with, who else, but John Lennon on the cover. Roiling Stone enlightened the world of music with a touch of politics and news mixed in with the right combination of rock ‘n’ roll. One famous event that will be re- membered in the history of rock ‘n’ roll is what was known as “Woodstock.” Dur- ing this very visible rock marathon all who came were exposed to such greats as Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Crosby, Stills Nash and Young and many other well- known artists. With the spirit of the fes- tivities in the air, the ----------- crowd was also ex- posed to three hot, rain-soaked days of heavy music (and sometimes even heavier marijuana), but many say they left feeling that they had shared a mystical communal experi- ence. A NEW DECADE FOR ROCK As the ’60s faded into the seventies, rock V roll seemed to lose something, maybe music lost its innocence as the drugs kicked in. Within the space of 10 months, the tragic loss of three of rock ‘n’ roll’s most distinctive voices - Jim Morrison, Jimi Hendrix, and Janis Jop- lin. Hendrix, 27, died from suffocation after vomiting while unconscious from sleeping pills. Joplin, 27, also died from a drug overdose. Jim Morrison’s cause of death was unknown, because his body was never found although speculation is that it was drug-related. Going farther and faster than any other musical show in history. Hair, the musical that had been a smash hit off Broadway, became a smash hit on Broadway. Another musical that hit the rock scene was the international phe- nomenon, Jesus Christ Superstarf a mu- sical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, that depicted the suffering and crucifixion of the savior. The Jackson Five hit it big in the 1970s years before they made their very successful world tour in the 1980s. Another big success for Broadway and rock V roll was the 1975 all-black version of The Wiz which was later made into a film starring Michael Jackson, Di- ana Ross, among many other familiar ar- tists. A new wave of rockers moved to stardom and accompanied the punk de- pression and disco’s big dance beat. Groups ranging from the Village People, to Blondie to one of the most controver- sial groups, The Sex Pistols. SUCKIN’ IN THE SEVENTIES As the 1980s began there was a burst of energy in rock V roll. New artists, new ideas, new technologies to be explored, and a whole new way to present the mu- sic. According to Lomicky, “You listen to old music for 20 years ago and it’s so simple sounding. The same chords and not a lot of instrument experimentation. With new technology, synthesizers and all that we have now it (the music) sounds bigger not louder, bigger.” With the 1980s, we said good-bye to the wizard of the music world, John Len- non, whose death was mourned and felt all over the world. But with endings also come new be- ginnings as we said hello to Julian Len- non and the rise of Michael Jackson, one of 1981’s hottest marketing products. Jackson brought with him brealcdancing and the sequined glove. Music Television (MTV), another 1980s phenomenon, was one of the most watched cable channels from the start. Its sole purpose was to show works of music to the public. So the artist not only had to worry about how his song would sound, but how it looked. Lomicky, even though she confessed to watching it from time to time had this to say about MTV, “I don’t like it be- cause it changes how we experience mu- sic. I don’t think music should be watched; I think it should be listened to.” m warn Mfl A « v'

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DEFINING SUCCESS DOES PHYSICAL APPEARANCE REALLY MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A PERSON’S FUTURE SUCCESS? While some jobs require formal dress or uniforms, others don% as illustrated by Janet Adams of Omaha. As I enter my algebra class, I first notice the girls who sit in the front. On one side are seated the girls who look as if they dare never have a hair out of place; they give the impression that they would not be seen dead without their makeup on! Ironically, on the other side of the room is seated the opposite type of girl equipped with horn-rimmed glasses, no makeup and a look that sug- gested she hadn’t seen a comb for days. This comparison makes me wonder out of these students who will be the most successful? Who will become Am- erica’s future leaders? Does physical ap- pearance really make a difference in their future success? Do beauty and style affect relationships with others? Define success. Will any two people define it exactly alike? Your goals may be very different from mine. Leslie McConnell, KSC academic counselor, defines success: “Partly a state of mind; you have to be the best you can be, and be satisfied with yourself.” Where do looks fit in with success? In a society of television, MTV, HBO, and advertising, people tend to get con- fused. The media overrates good looks; people feel they have to live up to the stars’ images. They buy Polo cologne or Swatch watches to be “in.” Television is a far cry from reality. “Advertising gives the image, if your good looking society will reward you,” said McConnell. ost men preferred wom- AvJ. en with large breasts, medium-to-small hips and medi- um legs.” uMirror, Mirror” by Sprecher Hatfield “Mirror, Mirror” explores the im- portance of physical attractiveness in school, at work and in romatic relation- ships. The book, by Illinois State Univer- sity professor Susan Sprecher and Uni- versity of Hawaii professor Elaine Hat- field, states, “Physically attractive peo- ple are more likely to score good grades and land better jobs than their plainer counterparts.” Some of the book’s findings show: - Couples consider physical attractiveness to be the most important factor in begin- ning interpersonal relationships. -Pretty women get better grades in college than their plainer counterparts, possibly because professors tend to re- member them. 10