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

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fft i - LUCAS BLACK. {Icfi) Lucas Black, a guest at more than one Lindsey fest, has appeared in several movies, including Sling Blade. I FOUNDER, (opposite page, top) Alumnus George Lindsey start- ed the festival five years to bring his showbiz contacts to his alma mater. FIVE-YEAR MARK, (opposite page) Organizers of the Lindsey Fest hope future festivals will continue to bring experts to campus to teach fledgling film- makers. NEW BLOOD. (left)The new organizer of the Lindsey Festival, Dr. Garry Warren, talks to last year ' s featured speaker, recording studio exec- utive Mike Curb. CO-FOUNDER, (below) Bobbie Hurt talks to featured guest Ernest Borgnine at the 2000 Lindsey Festival.

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Lindsey Fest looks back »,Jive years and countin nd the Golden Lion goes to... Well, it isn ' t the Oscars, but it may well be the next best thing. The George Lindsey Film Festival has become a week- long springtime event that gives those of us not in the film industry a glimpse of some of the lesser-known, yet promis- ingly talented, individuals who create independent films. It also gives these talented peo- ple the opportunity to be rec- ognized for their accomplish- ments. The festival was created five years ago by character actor George Lindsey in collab- oration with now-retired jour- nalism professor Bobbie Hurt, who now heads the local film office. Becavise of this impor- tant anniversary, much of the 2002 festival was devoted to reflections on past events and guests such as Ernest Borgnine, Stephen Root, Lucas Black and Ray Stevens. As the festival rolls into the sixth year of its existence, what can we expect for the future? This year Dr. Garry Warren has taken the helm. And founder Lindsey said he was hopeful that the festival in year six would be even bigger and better than those of years past. He said that for the future All roads lead to the film festival. 28

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Aem 6 ie (A. . . Miss UNA 2003 30 The 2003 Miss UNA Pageant presented On Broadway in late November. In keeping with that theme, contestants entertained, displaying talents for singing, monologue, dance, and piano. Jamie Hutcheson, a 20-year-old junior majoring in secondary math education, was crowned 2003 Miss UNA after placing first in the talent competition and swimsuit. She played The Firefly on the piano. Hutcheson ' s plat- form was Children: The Heart of Our Future. Her inter- ests also include singing and spending time with children. She plans to pursue a master ' s degree and to teach mathe- matics at a local high school. Hutcheson was recently voted president of Zeta Tau Alpha. She is a past SOAR counselor, a member of LaGrange Society, Gamma Beta Phi, Alpha Lamba Delta, Phi Eta Sigma, and Leadership UNA. Heather Horton, an audience member and a junior, said, Nobody deserves to win more than Jamie. She does more for UNA than anyone 1 know. First runner-up was Crystal Ingle, who sang Nah.iral Woman in the talent portion of the contest. Ingle is 20 years old and a junior majoring in secondary math education. Her platform was Upward Bound — Promoting Higher Education. Ingle also enjoys playing piano. Her goal is to earn a master ' s degree in math edu- cation and teach at the college level. She would also like to pursue her doctorate in Education Administration and work as a high school principal. Shannon Grissom, a 21-year-old junior, was named second runner-up. Grissom played Rondo on the piano for her talent. She also enjoys running, swimming, and traveling. She wants to pursue a master ' s in business administration and work in pharmaceutical sales. Her platform was Caring for the Caregiver. In last year ' s pageant, Grissom was first runner-up. Third runner-up was Melissa Daniel. She sang REIGNING QUEEN. Grinning broadly, Jamie Hutcheson stoops so Miss Alabama 2002 Scarlotte Deupree and Miss UNA 2002 Elishaba Graben pin on her crown. With pride, Hutcheson (opposite page) waves to her adoring audience Almost Like Being In Love for her talent presentation. She is a 19-year-old sophomore majoring in entertainment industry publicity and promotions. Her platform was Worth the Wait — Abstinence. Carla Hamilton, a sophomore, was named the year ' s Miss Congeniality. Haniilton is majoring in elementary education. Rachel Bobo Foust, Miss UNA 1997, served as mis- tress of ceremonies. Foust referred to the pageant as one of the most successful pageants in Alabama. — Emily Plunkett