University of Southern California - El Rodeo Yearbook (Los Angeles, CA)

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Take a look at Heritage Hall. The first trophies on display are the four Heisman ' s won by Mike Garrett, O.J. Simpson, Charles White and Marcus Allen. But take another look. What else do you see? To the left are trophies represent- ing Swimming and Diving Cham- pionships, Women ' s Volleyball Championships, the USC Heritage Invitational Golf and Tennis tourna- ment, and an NCAA Baseball Team Championship. Glance to the right. There are even more trophies representing USC in Rowing, West Coast Relays, and National Football Conference Championships. Straight behind the Heisman Trophies is the James Sulli- van Award given to Swimmer John Naber. Displayed on the wall to the left are pictures of past Olympic ath- letes: Sammy Lee, Clarence Bust- er Crabbe, and Michelle Ford. USC is ric h in athletic heritage, boasting championships in virtually every sport. The mystique surround- ing the athleticism continues to flourish under the managerial reign of new Athletic Director Mike McGee, and the many gifted coaches and trainers. USC takes pride in producing some of the finest athletic minds in the country. The talent seems to pour out freely from all divisions, as the different teams appear to have many, maybe even a surplus, of gift- ed athletes. Where would Men ' s Tennis be without Stan Smith? Women ' s Basketball without Cheryl Miller? Baseball without Tom Seaver? Athletes are not born into their positions, though. Well-coordinated practices, however grueling or tor- tuous they may be, mold the athlete into a member of his or her Trojan squad. It is through both practices and games that pride is taken in be- ing called Trojans. But it needs to be remembered that the talent does not stop on the gridiron. More than one sport ' s tro- phies line the walls in Heritage Hail. It is a brilliant sports program that qualifies USC to have one of the most successful athletic depart- ments in the world. by Ruth Ruiz Photo by Tim Zigrang Photo by Brigid Dowd Top: All-American goalie Eric Davison blocks another shot against UCLA. Above: Shortstop Jim Wilkey signals to catcher Jack Del Rio that he ' s home free. 14 Opening

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Simple? Left: On campus there are many fountains, this is one towers over the Engineering Quad. Right: Mudd Hail of Phiiosophy displays how some things just never change. Below Left: This hallway may be empty now but try getting in it after a biology class. Below Right: VKC houses a variety of classes. Ptxjtos by Rex Price Photo by Florence Guerrero dents themselves, working towards their Master ' s or Ph.D. ' s. use is located in one of the great- est cultural centers of the world, and the campus itself reflects a cul- tural diversity not often found at other universities. Modern high- rises stand next to ivy-covered, gothic buildings. Ancient statues atop Bovard and Student Union cast watchful eyes on passersby. A grace- ful dancer arches her back amid the flowing waters of the Alumni Park fountain. The Annenberg School of Communication houses an exten- sive media production center. Sea- ley C. Mudd contains the most Innovative of scientific research ma- terials. Mudd Hall of Philosophy provides peace and solitude from a world that can never quite seem to slow down. use has achieved much in its first 105 years. We, as students, can look with pride upon our campus and re- flect in its glorious past while turn- ing our faces forward to meet the future with the knowledge that it, too, will be as wonderful. This feel- ing leaves us assured and confident, courageous Trojans who will keep the Spirit of Troy strong and the flame of hope alive. by Lori Spinner Opening 13

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Left: Still floating on air from last years NCAA Championship, Rhonda Windham looks to- ward the future. Below: Tim Pawsat warms up before the Pac-10 singles and doubles championships, in the Ojai Valley. Opening 15