University of Wisconsin Whitewater - Minneiska Yearbook (Whitewater, WI)

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22 Shaping Our F uture llProgress is the key word on the campus of UW- Whitewater. During the 1981-82 school year we have seen the completion of the Alumni Center, extension of the Walker D. Wyman campus mall, re-location of the ILS house, and initiation of the greenhouse at Upham Hall. We have heard about the elimination of the old Hamilton Gym. And thanks to the $23 surcharge, the much needed expansion of the computer facilities is presently in the planning stages. All these changes serve to better our educational enviroment. We have also seen another record year in enrollment here at UW-W, with final figures reaching approximately 10,200, an increase of 200 students from last year. This is an all-time high at the University. Yet all Univer- sities in the UW system experienced these increases. Despite tighter loan and financial aid regulations and higher loan interest rates, more people, young and old, are seeking a college education. Their attitude, their academic attribution, will provide positive effects on our society in the years to come. As Chancellor Connor says, we have the courage to face the future and the tools with which to shape it.

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A Dedication: Chancellor James R. Connor The 1982 Minneiska staff has chosen to dedicate this years book to Chancellor James R. Connor, a man who has implemented many positive changes here at UW- Whitewater throughout his eight years of service. Chancellor Connoris role is one of leadership and man- agement. As chief administrator, he coordinates all fac- ets of UW-Wis academic and social life, making it a highly organized, productive, and friendly University. Without his efforts it could not continue to function. The Chancellor is working constantly to create a suitable and pleasant environment for his students. He cares about them as individuals. He is concerned about their happi- ness and future success. We, the 1982 Minneiska staff, on behalf of the stu- dent body, faculty, and administration, would like to ex- press our deepest appreciation for the dedication and concern of our Chancellor, James R. Connor. Thanks for caring. You are a man among men.

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