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

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Stranger» become friends. Sports events allow students like sophomore Kathy Allen and Drake runner Lynn Miller to establish a new relationship. ptx o by Dtm Wtgntr Dynamic and daring Jessie Jackson speaks in the Auditorium to arouse support for presidential candidate Dukakis in No- vember. PkMO by DMW tVtgaer. 6 This One s for UNI

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 The school of business also expanded its horizons as construction was started on a new class building. Academics were important but other opportunities for growth were provided. Organizations often tied in with career goals. Some students gained professioal experience while others grew from their interaction with others. One group. United Students of Iowa, took a stand against a tuition increase and represented the student body at a meeting of the Board of Regents. Despite this, tuition was increased seven percent for the next year. With this being an election year, political organizations like Students for Dukakis and Students for Vice President Bush helped bring presidential candidates to the campus. The choice was yours as to what types of organizations you devoted your time and energy to. Sports could be enjoyed by both players and fans. Players demonstrated dedicated performances such as when the men's basketball team showed well against the Iowa Hawkeyes in December. More students purchased tickets in anticipation of a good season with the new football coach, Earle Bruce. In August, eleven basketball players along with Coach Eldon Miller expanded the borders with a tour of Europe. Through teamwork, players could achieve both personal and group goals. The residence halls became home for about 4,500 students. Because of high enrollment approximately 100 rooms were tripled. However, by the beginning of the second semester all students had been detripled. Eager eyes await a cue. Junior Panther Megan Hardman mimics The Cat at a football game. Pko iy Dtrw Vfrgan. The heat of the summer drought necessitates frequent wa- tering. This produced obstacles for students when the sprin- klers were on. Pbstj ty txrwi vugatr. g-'l 4 Opening 5

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For some of you, especially freshmen, it was your first time to be out on your own. This new-found independence taught you to take care of yourself and take on responsibilities. Some of you participated in many programs offered by your hall. I'ocus programs which were put on by resident assistants were explained by junior Amy Nygaard, ''They're for people to get to know about themselves and their friends. One of the most fun things on campus, though, was your after-class life. The Hill, games, concerts, and a variety of other leisure- time activities allowed you to kick off your shoes and relax from the stress of everyday life. Campus-wide events were also provided. Choices, the theme for Alcohol Awareness Week, saw the number of participants triple. The hope was that students and faculty would realize the role alcohol played in their lives. Northern Iowa offered many opportunites for its students to grow. The time you spent at the university was a time for you. S'ou could get involved in more structured events such as organizations and sports, or spontaneous student activities both on and off campus. All of this was available in addition to building a future through your academic endeavors. This book focuses on you and I. Cool shade entices students to study by the library. Ap- proximately 3,000 nontraditional students enrolled this year. Increasing minority enrollment is a major goal of the uni- versity. Davenport parents and students attend a question and answer session. PhM fy nr ' The union' central location made it a popular place for students. Seniors Joe Hannam and Randy Harris discuss their weekend plans, «wj h Vtmnkt . ( » i Opening 7