West High School - Shaheen Yearbook (Davenport, IA)

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The student union at St. Ambrose provides a place for socialization and relaxation. Hawkeye Gold, a new soft drink, was a necessity for every loyal Hawkeye fan, .Ze 13. -1... .Q fifgx AN I if Q l , N 4 53 QA' S4 College Night at Northpark provided an opportunity for senior Dave Meumann to investigate possible college choices. SI Simmer 22 .....,,,1

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The fall production of Godspell provoked emotions resulting in the sense of touch as seniors Lisa Walters and Dave Meumann exhibited. Sack lunches were one of the options junior Suzanne Springer and jenny Werthmann chose for their lunch break. For those students who must stay during the lunch hour, the school prepared meals which could be bought for 80 cents. tif ,mi ,W PUB cw. 1 z S new 4 Student violinists combined the sense of , 'touching and hearing to make their music. Sophomore Matt Hoglund contemplated buying a Rolling Stone's aibum. 21

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1 'pl' lb vcr X 'X .An GW l Q3-Qian 'tiki -lf' Mmc,,... a. , . Lizi Three West graduates, Brenda Brune, Suzi Chouteau, and Kelly Jorgensen, found that St. Ambrose met their educational needs. Many stores are carrying college Shirts and accessories, and Crazy Top Shop is no exception. Showing her support for Iowa State. senior Amy Ungs wears a Cyclone sweatshirt. '9- . 1' N 'Quk if-.. 'N' l Q Q ' Decisions, CCISIODS As every student makes his way through high school he is faced with many decisions that will affect him for the rest of his life. One of the biggest decisions he must make is whether or not to go on with his education. Of 117 West students questioned. 91 had plans of attending college. while 14 were sure that they would not, and 12 were undecid- ed. For the 91 who were planning on continuing their education. they then needed to decide which type of school will best fit their needs. Most popular were the state universities with Iowa being the most popular, and Iowa State and Northern Iowa fol- lowing in that order. One third of those going to college chose Iowa. Some of the smaller local schools such as Augustana, St. Ambrose. and Marycrest also were popular choices. A few planned on attending out-of-state universities also. The reasons for going to the various colleges varied with the person. The majority felt that the main reason for choosing a college was the courses of study offered. Others who were not sure about a major were persuad- ed to attend a school based on the experiences their friends and relatives had had at a particular college. Cost was also a major factor. The price of an education is continuing to climb. and financial aid is harder and harder to come by. As a result. the state supported schools are most popular for their lower prices. Athletes chose colleges accord- ing to the sports programs that are offered. The cry Rose Bowl has made Iowa a popular place to look for football players. No matter where a student chooses to attend college. if it suits his needs. a good choice has been made. 23