University of Wisconsin Stout - Tower Yearbook (Menomonie, WI)

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An invitation to dance is an honor, too Mardi Gras Princess is crowned by the coed selected for that honor the previous year Many means of acknowledging excellence should exist in a college community, where there are so many opportunities for achievement. So, too, at Stout opportunities for recognition are many, encouraging each student to be outstanding in his own Way. Athletic and academic awards are made at all- college convocations at the close of the academic year. The athletic awards are presented by coaches and team captains. During the academic honors ceref mony, social and professional groups recognize their outstanding members. At this time, too, the Stout Medallion for Outstanding Service is presented by Stout's President to students who have contributed the most to college life. The Deans' Honors lists, published at the conclusion of each semester, recogf nize students of high scholastic achievement. Kings and queens of social events are honored when they are chosen by the student body. Student Senate representatives are elected by popular vote to positions of responsibility, officers in any groups are designated as leaders. College honors are indeed varied, and their very diversity at Stout places them within the reach of all.

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A member of the Homecoming Queen's court waves to spectators during half- time festivities We cada Zaman . With the Student Senate rests the responsibility for A baseball trophy is awarded on Athletic Honors Day an efficient student government 20

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N-...xg-5 ' -- . fg T -W-M.. - ...cmcloae jaw College life has a light side in addition to its more serious aspects. Social activities, inviting the active participation of all individuals and groups, are a very important part of education. Therefore, the college year at Stout includes a full schedule of intercollegiate sports, which thrill participants and spectators alike. Dances and parties sponsored by campus organizations are Well supported by students, a fact which speaks Well for Stout spirit. Allfcollege functions include the spring and fall picnics and two weekend events, Homecoming and Winter Carnival, in which all students and campus groups join forces. Evening lyceum programs, concerts, and college dramatics productions guarantee a full social season. . A Q wb-, ag. School spirit runs high at varsity basketball games One of the benefits of membership in campus organizations is the privilege of attending social activf ities not open to the general student body. Social, professional, and religious groups all sponsor gather' ings limited to their members only. At functions like these, individuals truly become a part of the group. Some of the most pleasant moments of recreation, however, are not planned. A dormitory party or Kbull sessionv is a Welcome break in an evening of study. An informal date for a cup of coffee can be as enjoyable as an evening at a formal dance. College life is truly full of opportunities to become acquainted with people, and many lifelong friendships begin during college years.