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

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1987 HOMECOMING WINNERS Floats Judge's Choice $100 and plaque trophy PRSSA and International Students Assoc. Grand Marshal's $150 and plaque trophy NZ3 and K2 Banner 1st place RHA Walking Unit 1st place Towers Dining Center Window Painting 1st place Student Athletic Trainers President's 2nd place $150 and plaque trophy Anatevka House, Campbell 2AE and T4 B Pet Wee'» big adventure was Under the Big Top as he celebrates in the parade. The Homecoming theme was chosen shortly after Pee Wee's movie Under the Big Top. P cit l Dtcul Young and old yelled for a Panther victory at the Homecoming parade. The parade is a chance for the whole community to share fun with the students. Pke S DiPfct Y tfntr Student life 13

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CIRCUS continued Senior Kim Larssen commented, It was really neat to see so many students roll out of bed to come and see the pa- rade. It was even better than Saturday morning cartoons! The floats and clowns were a great way to start the day. The parade was a tremendous success; it pumped up the Panther fans and sent team spirit soaring. Then it was off to the Dome to watch the Panthers take on the Leathernecks of Western Illinois. The battle between the teams was fierce and hard fought, but when time ran out it was the Leathernecks who squeaked by the Pan- thers with a score of 28-27. The Panthers missed a two point conversion in the final seconds of the game. It was really too bad that UNI couldn't pull it together for Homecoming. It was a frustrating and disappointing game, but we still had fun in the stands, said Jill Beebout. At the end of the game, spirits were slightly sagging and aggravation was felt by all, but there wasn't enough time to get too bummed out about the game, because the biggest of the Big Top's events, the dance beneath the Dome, was about to take place. Under the Big Top went out with a lavish end. With balloons, crepe paper, lots of elbow grease, and loads of cre- ativity, the Dome was transformed into a radiant blue and white dance floor. The couples arrived, some formally dressed, some casual, but all were ready to dance the night away. Having the dance in the Dome was a nice change, said soph- omore Brian Kessel. It was q place to go and dress up for a good time instead of your typical drunken party. The dance was an unquestionable success. People came to socialize, have something to drink, and sway to the tunes of The Blue Band. The Blue Band was great! exclaimed junior Jana Berner. The dance was definitely a hit with a lot of good music to bop to. It was late in the evening when dates bid their goodnights and the clean up crew restored the Dome to its normal appearance. Yes, Homecoming '88 was a pleasant memory that many will treas- ure. The dance concluded the weekend's activities of frolic, and was a fitting end to a fantastic weekend. The Big Top had gone over the top in making it a Home- coming year to remember. — Lisa Bowersox Colorful makeup and clothes help Jill Huisenga and Christy Larson, members of the Alpha Xi Delta sorority, celebrate during the Homecoming parade in which they entered a float. Pftow d tu w pur. Homecoming

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CHECKING IT OUT It was nice to see them (her parents), but then again, it was nice to see them go -Freshman Sherri Richey Parents of the year, George and Judy Jorgensen, receive their plaque during halftime of the football game. Daughter Beth Jorgensen, a senior, wrote the winning essay nominating them for the honor. Mm ty Owi J Ktpier On October 28, 1988, anxious parents from all comers of the state arrived on campus. The time for yet another annual Parents Weekend had come and students were eager to share the new parts of their lives with their family. Various events were planned to provide an enjoyable and interesting weekend for everyone on campus. Several of the colleges on campus held open houses for students and families to browse at their leisure and learn more about each college. These ranged from the College of Natural Sciences with in- dividual departments providing dis- plays, to the College of Education, to the College of Humanities and Fine Arts, which included a show of the art gallery' and an instrumental concert. Their goal, as well as the other colleges which par- ticipated, was to give parents a tangible idea of their child's interests and or field. Many professors were also on hand to talk with any parents who had ques- tions. But just as the classroom is only one division of the university environment, another side of UNI was active. Many organizations and centers on campus displayed their particular talent or ac- tivity of interest. In the course of one day, Orchesis and the UNI Folk Dancers performed and the Marlins put on a syn- chronized swim show. Additionally, the Marching Band gave a concert, and Bob Byrnes, carillonneur, played to welcome all visitors. Also, for the sports enthu- siasts, a volleyball game, basketball scrimmage, and football game were played. Freshman Jenny Tigges and her par- ents attended the marching band con- cert. Jenny commented, We had a great time because the band was having so much fun themselves. My parents were a bit surprised, as well as impressed, with the way the band members really en- joyed what they were doing and seemed to care about their fellow members. She felt that her parents had a much clearer concept of the UNI Marching Band af- terwards. Hopefully, all parents held such at- titudes. The idea of Parents Weekend was to create just that — parents that were more clearly aware of their child's new life, interested, and even involved in some way. Parents Weekend 1988, the 17th one since their beginning in 1972, was or- ganized by the UNI Parents Association. — Laura Langwell 14 Parents Weekend