University of South Florida - Aegean Yearbook (Tampa, FL)

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The Untouchables was a box of- fice smash. as well as a movie favorite of college students. Platoon was heralded as the Movie of the Year for 1987. Activities, recreation 15

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USF in the Heart of Activities, Recreation Considering the college students budget, movies were often few and far between. So. students splurged when an award winning movie, such as Plaltoon, hit the box office. Students who needed a break from the pressures of exams, lectures or term papers and had a little money saved up, were able to drive the distance to attractions like Disney World, Epcot Center or Sea World. If time and money were a problem, Boardwalk and Baseball and Busch Gardens were right out the back door for USF students. Some students even ventured to other nearby campuses to get a glimpse of what it wouid be like to be a Gator or a 'Nole. Gasparilla Days allowed students to celebrate the inva- sion of Tampa Bay by pirates. Gasparilla celebrations in- volved a week of festivities which included a parade and endless parties. Of course, there were always the many gorgeous beaches that students could sneak away to. Gasparilla is an annual event that is looked forward to being celebrated by Bay Area residents. 6.4 Disney World was a popular get away for students. Windsurfing was another watersport that enticed students to spend the day at the beach. 14 Activities, recreation

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Entertainers Stop in Bull Country Because of USF's geographical location, being located in the middle of the state, the Sun Dome was host to many entertainers this school year. Many of the concert goers were USF students. Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound Machine, U2, Jimmy Buffett, BIG and Def Leppard were just a few who showed their talents at the Dome. Iron Maiden, Tesla, Guns and Roses and others played at concert halls close to USF, where many students were able to travel to see their favorite performers. The Sun Dome also featured our very own Bulls in competition against other colleges on the basketball court. Professional wres- tlers and boxers also used the Sun Dome as a place to set up their rings and do battle. Many of the individual colleges held lectures with famous guest speakers. The College of Social and Behavioral Science was one such, who sponsored Tip O'Neill with his lecture series about his new book titled, 'Man of the House. Ronny James Dio entertained a large crowd at the Sun Dome. Mr. Universe was a guest on Sportsweekt Tip O'Neill gave a warm embrace to an adoring fan after it his speaking engagement at USF. 16 Entertainers stop at USF