University of Wisconsin Stevens Point - Horizon / Iris Yearbook (Stevens Point, WI)

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A CHANCELLOR AND A CARDINAL: Rendezvous With Destiny If a crystal hall could have been consulted that placid summer in Stevens Point, few would have believed the vision. For in 1976, the two men pictured above engaging in amiable conversation could hardly have predicted the sites of their official residences in 1980 — the governor’s mansion and the Vatican! On that summer day they chatted — not as the Governor of the State of Wisconsin and the Supreme Pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church — but as Lee Sherman Dreyfus, Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and Cardinal Karol Wotyla of Poland, visitor to the Stevens Point community. In 1980, as each man completes his first year in his respective new position, no doubt exists that each has brought to his office a vivacity, uniqueness, and style of his own. A traveling pontiff. Pope John Paul II has gone to the people” more enthusiastically than any of his predecessors, setting forth on travels that have taken him to a number of nations including his homeland of Poland and the United States. His obvious enjoyment of media coverage and recognition of its potential as a means of Christian outreach took him into the homes of millons of Americans during his U.S. visit. Viewers followed his progress over 11,000 miles — from the cathedrals of the nation’s metropolises to the cornfields of Iowa. Though perceived as a conservative theologian, John Paul II reached across inter-faith boundaries with a special charisma, genuineness and regard for humanity. As Lee Sherman Dreyfus traveled along a political path, he embarked upon a course which would ultimately take him from the chief executive’s office in Old Main to the chief executive’s office in Madison. In a colorful, enthusiastic 1978 campaign, LSD won the Wisconsin gubernatorial race against Democratic incumbent Martin Schreiber and assumed his duties as governor in the frosty air of Stevens Point, outside the familiar entrance to Old Main. The former chancellor’s initial year in office has been marked by national crises. Governor Dreyfus has expressed opinion on a number of issues, with a recent proposal regarding reformation of election campaign funding getting national attention. The Governor’s proposal is aimed at reducing the influence of special interest groups over elected officials and restoration of party strength. The proposal has earned him attention in a recent issue of Time magazine. As both men shoulder the enormous responsibilities of their positions, it is strange indeed to reflect upon them as captured by our camera that summer of 1976 ... A Chancellor and a Cardinal: Men about to rendezvous with destiny. — Nancy Brucker 21

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As a finale for Homecoming 1979, U.A.B. brought the sounds of Gene Colton and his band, American Ace, to the stage in Quandt Gym. Cotton's blend of folk and rock tunes were well received by the audience. Although still making a name for himself. Gene Cotton will no doubt soon find the fame due him. Opening the October 13th show was comedian Tom Parks whose laid-back style of contemporary humor had Quandt rocking with laughter. 1 Tom Parks. sporting a UWSP tee shirt. revealed a witty humor. 2 A spot-lit Gene Colton sang out 3 Stage lighting enhanced the concert production. 4 Vocalist with American Ace teamed up with Cotton on a love song. 5 Gene Cotton — a unique musician. lyrics and laughter lay u for a night of entertainm GENE COTTON TOM PARK

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