University of North Alabama - Diorama Yearbook (Florence, AL)

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. r An evening ' s boat ride on the Tennessee affords a special re- laxation of its own kind. These students choose to enjoy a ride on the river without the aid of a noisy boat motor. . River 25

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Peace Like o River The time has long since passed that the Tennessee River was the community ' s lifeline to the rest of the world, serving as a kind of pre-automotive super-highway, but it still plays a very important role in the life of the community. Besides the obvious economic advantages of Wilson Dam and the Tennessee Valley Authority, many people find that the river is advantageous from a purely hedonistic viewpoint. Students at UNA especially know the pleasure of tak- ing a towel and a book out to McFarland in the late spring to soak up the sun and perhaps even study a bit. The river is also a favorite place for cam- pus organizations like the BSU and Tri-Beta to gather for food and fun. The recreational possi- bilities are limitless: swimming, boating, fish- ing and skiing are enjoyed by thousands each summer. Perhaps the most important aspect of the river is the tranquility found there at the close of a hec- tic day. The sense of relaxation found in the soft whisper of the waves at sunset is hard to beat after a day of exams, homework, and deadlines. The view across the river at sunset is spectacular. A barge serves as a reminder that the river still has many com- mercial uses lor the surrounding area.

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Disco Delirium Nowadays, it ' s no insult to be asked if you hustle. As a matter of fact, it ' s very much a compliment to be known as an accomplished hustler. The new dance sensation which has made terms like Latin hustle and the slide respectable is disco dancing. Disco fever has certainly swept the nation in record time. The same people who were saying John Who? a short year ago are now happily discoing to the soundtrack from Saturday Night Fever, the movie which helped develop disco dancing into an art and made John Travolta a cult hero of both young and old disco enthus- iasts. The disc jockey at any disco dance is really the man of the hour, but his only chance to move to the music is behind the turntable. Robert Allen Holder, instructor for a series of disco lessons during the fall, gives usually sedate faculty members a chance to boogie down. Some disco-ers still rely upon the old faith- ful bump rather than more complicated disco steps. 26