University of Northern Iowa - Old Gold Yearbook (Cedar Falls, IA)

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Progressions continued p resident Curris has been working to ■ establish a national academic reputation for UNI. His strong commitment to quality undergraduate education led him to create UNI's first strategic planning effort, which in- volved all parts of the University in goal set- ting aimed at generating better students, a more motivated staff, a more supportive alumni and strong academic programs, j I Nl has already had much success in striv- ing for academic excellence. The enroll- ment of top ranking students from high school graduation classes continued to in- crease. At the same time, the university im- plemented tougher academic standards for admission. The accounting program con- ,£££4 tinued to gain strength and this year was Residence Hall Association paints Beatbusteis for Tanked One Of the Top 10 in the nation. 1965 L Cruikthank

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 Col Mrmberi of the cast of Slop the Wot Id, I Want to Get Off. 1984 Summer Repertory Theatre Back row: Lenny Scovef Laurie Brookins. Scott Smith. Darcy Juhl. Paul Soule, Mary Jean Harrold Middle row: Tamara Moore. Kimbertyn VerSteeg. Michael Mllnar. Shelly Tharp. Front: Merl Schmitt 4

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6 PropnUor» Progressions continued Progressions might well have been the theme of the Panther football team, which enjoyed one of their best seasons ever. Breaking 11 school records and ty- ing a school record for the most victories in a single season, they finished the 1984 campaign at 9-2 and ranked 18th in the NCAA 1-AA division. Panther fans were quick to assert that the team has grown into one well worth watching. T he students of (JNI have experienced ' many progressions on campus. For- Suiif Scheer crourt Ihf finish line during the UNI Cross Country Invitational. LCruikUiank merly apathetic students became involv- ed in various causes and organizations. Student groups helped to organize forums on issues ranging from Central America to suicide. The student government spon- sored a voter registration drive with fan- tastic results. Politicians began paying more attention to student concerns. Many candidates appeared on campus during the 1984 elections. In the end zone after a touchdown. Fullback Scott Owens and Split End James Hutchings exchange a High b. Practicing CPU techniques. Carol Nitzke and Dee Archambeau work on a mannequin. I. CnhikMt