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

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mpetitive involvement 3y MIe Ward For the many students who I enjoyed athletic competition, but - could not participate in organized I athletics, the intramural program - offered a chance for relaxation and friendly competition. The intramural program supple- - ments the academic mission of the school. My job is to pick activities - that can help improve the emotional as well as the physical well being of the students, said Greg Engle, director of the intramural program. Sporting events offered by the intramural department ranged from Softball to bowling to water basket- ball. Self-organized teams competed - against each other in individual events as well as the year long points competition based on rankings from the events. Members of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity won the points competition in the men ' s division in a close battle with the Pi Kappa Alpha team. SAE took first place in volleyball, flag football, softball, bowling and free throws to secure their title. The women of Alpha Gamma Deha edged out LaGrange Hall for the overall title by a total of 116 points. Changes in the intramural pro- gram that Engle hoped to start soon were the addition of more water p l t! ) ! sports and some type of aerobic competition. We have always had water basketball, but we hope to increase the number of aquatic sports, said Engle. Additionally, Engle hoped to get more involvement from the faculty. The continued growth of the intramural program would help both faculty members and students enjoy the competitive nature of athletics. The intramural program is for everyone, said Engle, and the more participation we get, the better the program will be. ALPHA DELTA PI member Stephanie Wilson waits on a teammate to pitch the ball to her. (Photo by Mark Casteel) THE INTRAMURAL PROGRAM is popular with women as well as men. Taking a swing at the ball during a game is Phi Mu Paige Plyler. (Photo by Mark Casteel)

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o drive or not to drive By Regjna Cralt Traditionally, colleges have been viewed as tree-covered campuses with old clocks chiming the hour to all below. The classic student lived in dorms decorated with photos from home and school pennants from the bookstore. Lately, however, the image has been changing. In the midst of our hustle and bustle world, more and more students have chosen to forego tradition and commute. Most of the 85 percent of UNA students that commute have discovered that their decision is not without its fair share of problems. Many students feel they lose time by commuting. By the time you get up early, drive to class, and then drive home in the afternoon, half of the day is gone, said Kelley Counts. Another problem encountered by commuters is the lack of parking places. Partially due to the rise in enrollment, parking has become a major campus problem. To avoid the long-distance walk, many students create their own parking space and risk the chance of getting a parking ticket. A great number of commuters have emerged from class to find the dreaded pink slip sitting ominously on their windshield. Despite these problems, commut- ing can have its advantages. Living at home gives students a chance to adjust to college. They avoid the ini- tial culture shock associated with leaving home and get their feet firmly planted in the classroom. For the other 15 percent of the school ' s enrollment who live on campus, life is much like the tales from parents who tell of their college experiences. It can be lonely at first, but soon the loneliness goes away. New friends are made, and the freedom from home begins to make an impact on everyone ' s life. Dorm rooms can be decorated to each individual ' s taste, and soon the closet that had been a prison becomes a home. Dorm residents also have the advantage of being on campus for all of the school ' s special events. Pep rallies, concerts, and campus productions are easily accessible for all residents. Dorrn life is not without its problems though. Noise, lack of privacy, and community bathrooms all seem strange at first, but even this becomes normal in no time. n S NOT EXACTLY Mom ' s home cooking— but at least the new vending machines in Rivers Hall keep students like Jerome Roper from going hungry. (Photo by Marcus Leach) MOVING IS EASIER with help from a friend. Haley Jones and Nicole Massey get one last load from the car. (Photo by Mollie H. McCutchen) Jjorm I ' i. CoMmitling

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JUST FINISHING a pitch is Candacx; CUffl. She played on the Alpha Delta Pi intramural soft- ball team. (Photo by Mark Casteel) M Pk i 1 f life ' INTRAMURAL PLAYER Mike Marks reaches down for the ball that rolled his way. Marks played for the Brew Crew. (Photo by Mark Casteel) KAPPA SIGMA QUARTERBACK Steve Walker looks for the open man as he avoids losing his flag in fall intramural football. (Photo by Mark Casteel) nlFamufafl