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

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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

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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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 The gang's all here. Freshman Ted Game» enjoys breakfast with his parents, Steve and Donna, dur- ing Parents Weekend. The Garnetts came up from Cedar Rapids for the weekend. M Why UNI? basketball coach Eldon Miller address- es parents at a breakfast in Maucker Union about the many opportunities the university provides. Phtt Sy DtnJ Ktfnet Student Life 15