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

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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

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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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STUDENT LIFE urple Passion ... 16 V ouble Trouble ... 22 e hoose No Booze ... 32 7t s Perfectly Logical ... 40 Entertaining the crowd at the Homecoming parade with his juggling talent is senior Devin Thompson. He was with the theatre group. Phn ky w arr. 8 Student Life