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

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Much confidence can be gained by completing one year of college. The Sophomore Class had the most varied and lengthy answers about their likes and dislikes. One of the things they were disappointed in was the lack of parking spaces near the center of campus and the high fines resulting from illegal parking. There were several complaints about the nonsupport of women ' s athletics. And several students complained about the rising cost of textbooks. They were also pleased about many things. The small sizes of the classes and the low tuition fee both received praise. Their favorite social activities included attending sports events, concert and movies, and Thursday night at Johnny ' s Club. Juniors were amazed at the 300 and 400 level courses they were enrolled in. A typical response was, I don ' t think my professor realizes that 1 have five other classes. On the positive side, a lot of juniors were satisfied about their college career. Many felt that the past two years had caused them to mature and prepare for their future. Personal achievements were mentioned by several students, such as being chosen to join an honor society. An overwhelming number of seniors replied that they were looking forward to graduation, but many were apprehensive about it. Future economic expectations caused some to be worried about finding a Job. A larger percentage of seniors are married. Many of them were pleased with their family life more than with anything else. Scottle Harbin and Rhonda Ackley prepare lunch in the kitchen in LaFayette Hall. Scottie and Rhonda, who are neighbors in the dorm, often cook together in order to save money and time. Many students work in order to pay for their education. Kathy Hindman works in the Bookstore in the Student Union Building. 13

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Although each person is a little bit different, there has to be some similarities among university students. Since students spend so much time here it has to have an effect on their lifestyles. To find out more about student life the Diorama distributed questionnaires abou t life at CINA. The way a student budgets time is largely determined by the university ' s influence. For example, in a 24-hour period each student spends approximately 6-8 hours sleeping and 6-7 hours in classes and studying. This leaves about 9-12 hours for leisure, work, meals, and other needs. These results hold true for all four undergraduate classifications. How money is spent depends on where the student lives and whether or not he is married. Single students who live with their parents spend a large percentage of their money on their social life and clothes. A smaller part is spent on gas and food. Dorm residents spend their money much like those who live at home. But the ones who live in apartments spend money differently. Food and rent take up a large amount of their money. Married students also spend more money on necessities than on social activities. The questionnaire also included a question to find out some of the students ' likes and dislikes. Freshmen seemed to be most pleased with the college environment. Things they include that they liked were the freedom of college life, a nice and appealing campus, challenging teachers, and a variety of social activities. (cont. on page 13) Some students combine activities to save time. Kenneth White studies his Fortran in the snack bar at Friday ' s while eating a late lunch. Terrell and Phyllis Swindall work on their budget at the kitchen table. They live in the married students ' apartments. 12 Kttta

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REGISTRATION LINES Remember when you were a freshman attending SOAR and registration was no problem at all? Everything was done for you by someone else. That nice, relaxed feeling while registering soon vanishes when you have to register as a second semester freshman by yourself. So much patience is required while registering that one could very easily call it the waiting game. First, you wait for the crowd to clear away to see which classes are closed. Then you wait for your name to be called after turning in your trial schedule. Upon finally entering the library, lines are already beginning to form in front of the various tables requiring you to wait just a little longer. While such lines test the patience of students, they also bind them together in a kind of brotherhood under stress. Students (seniors) who have the opportunity to preregister and thereby escape the hassle in the library often choose instead to join the lines of the waiting game. Lisa Hall searches for a freshman ' s envelope containing Important items such as an ID card during the freshman registration. Sherrie Barton helps freshmen to schedule a time for the Counseling Center Seminars. 14 A