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

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An exciting mix of romance and entertain- ment filled the air on Valentine ' s Day at UNA. From the sounds of Mary Poppins to dancing a la Michael Jackson, various organiza- tions competed in the annual step sing competi- tion on February 14 in Norton Auditorium. While providing a spectacular show, the event also raised money for United Way. Step Sing, sponsored by the University Program Council and the Student Govern- ment Association, takes the stage each February in Norton Auditorium. Organiza- tions compete in one of three categories: men ' s, women ' s or co- ed. In addition, an overall winner for the event is selected by judges from through- out the community. The emcees for the event were 1996- 97 UPC Vice President Kat Davis and SGA Step Sing Chair Jill Bishop. Brent Collins opened the show with a comedy performance that made the audience roll with laughter, while Miss UNA 1997 Rachel Bobo provided a memorable ver- sion of the song Somewhere over the Rainbow. In the men ' s division, the members of Sigma Chi performed their version of Wizard of Oz with a funny twist. Sigma Chi placed first in the men ' s division and first overall. THRILLER. Phi Gamma Delta performs in the men ' s division, showcasing a tribute to Pop King Michael Jackson. Photo by Clancy Ralliff. Kappa Sigma brought back memories with their rendition of the Blues Brothers. They cap- tured second place in the men ' s division for their performance. The brothers of Phi Gamma Delta also brought back memories with a tribute to Michael Jackson. Alpha Gamma Delta, arrayed as chimney sweeps, took first place in the women ' s division with a performance from Mary Poppins. Zeta Cow- girls roped the audi- ence in with a west- ern-theme perfor- mance. The sisters of Zeta Tau Alpha, spurred and jean- clad, placed second in the women ' s divi- sion. Another Mary Poppins routine took third place for Phi Mu. The sisters of Alpha Delta Pi also took part, with a per- formance of These Boots are made for Walking. Baptist Cam- pus Ministries picked up first place in the co-ed division for the third consecutive year. BCM added some comic relief with a skit inspired by Saturday morning cartoons. The Valentine ' s Day show was one the university will not soon forget. The event was a success, with over 1 ,500 attendees. The show also raised over $3,900 for United Way and over $2,500 for the Greg Engle Memorial Scholarship Fund. CHIM CHIMINEE. The sisters of Alpha Gamma Delta swept first place in the women ' s division with a Mary Poppins based performance. Photo by Shannon Wells. 29

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0FF-4FF- Broadway Step Sing experiences another successful year by Kevin Whisenant EXTRA! EXTRA! The brothers and pledges of Sigma Chi per- form Wizard of Oz UNA style. The performance captured first place in the men ' s division and overall. Photo bv Clancv Ratliff. ANIMANIACS. The members of BCM bring us back to our child- hoods with an animated perfor- mance. Photo by Clancy Ratliff. ALABAMA COWGIRLS. The sis- ters of Zeta Tau Alpha bring the West to UNA. Photo by Shannon Wells. 28

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Tk Acnng Company Captain of the Inquisition Wesley Thompson Guards of the Inquisition Aaron Andrews Remi Newhouse Manservant Michael F. Reynolds Miguel de Cervantes Rick R. Suarez Governor Annelle D. Caspers Duke Steven D. Gross Attendants Todd J. Matthews Edward McDonald Innkeeper B.D. Peace Maria Kimberly A. Fuller Aldonza Heather Leah Hardin Fermina Colleen McNabb Antonia Shannon Sanders Housekeeper Andi Bray Padre Remi Newhouse Barber ....John Austin Ambrose M ' iletet rs-Tenorio Todd J. Matthews Paco Edward McDonald Juan Aa.on C. Andrews Anselmo John Austin Ambrose Pedro John Paul Lawhead Guitar Player D. Evan Tucker Moorish Dancers Chessy Blackford, Keri Haynes. John Paul Lawhead. Todd J. Matthews. Amanda Ryder. W. Ada Woo Prisoners Amy Butler. Heather M. Carter. Glynnis F. Cory. Kelly Ecklund. Angela Ratliff THE KNIGHT. Rick Suarez, as Don Quixote, fights evil. 30 SLEEPLESS IN SEVILLE, {opposite page) Friends of the pair fret over Don Quixote and his sidekick, Sancho Panza. THE PRINCESS. Heather Leah Hardin is a con- vincing Dulcinea. .