Each yearbook is a piece ill a very large puzzle and has its own story to share. Wilell the books are u.nited they tell the story of one campus and are putting tile pieces together. 1984 PETIT JEAN The Yearbook of Harding University Searcy, Arkansas 72143 Volume 60 Suzanne Johnston, editor Dr . Joseph E. Pryor, adviser I 81: nlUUln Inside Life Athletics Scholars Students Honors Organizations Social Clubs Academy Index 10 48 84 126 184 210 246 294 358 Pelil Jean 1982
2 Introduction There was much work to be done. Harding University had to reorganize. The values and goals that seemed to be so precious had to be reevaluated. It was time to go back to the beginning, start with the basics, and work up from there. There had been several shocking deaths in 1983. They were unexpected, and neither the faculty nor the students really knew how to cope with the mixture of emotions. The faculty concentrated on helping students deal with their problems and mistakes in 1984. Everyone worked to start out the year on a positive foot. Students and faculty were supportive of each other in a way they had never been before. Harding University explored a new spiritual emphasis. Jimmy Allen spoke at the first chapel of the first full week of school urging students to "give Harding a chance." It was the beginning of the year and an ideal time to make changes, and to give the Lord Jesus Christ a chance with their lives. Many students went to Harding because they wanted to draw closer to God, and they knew inside there was a strength on her campus that would help them to become better Christians. 1. The brilliant colors of nalure 's fall season are a joy to tile eye. 2. The refreshing warmth of spring draws James Walter's Bible class outside to study. 3. Shauna Wood is caught up in Ju Go /u social club's "purple spirit " at Women 's Open House. 4. As the sun begins to set , the campus begins to settle down for a quiet evening. 5. Blake Eubanks rests his load as director Warren Casey and Michae l Boustead discuss wh at comes next. 6. David Parker and Joe Galloway smile for the photographer as they make their way to class.
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4 Introduction 1. Concentration is the key as Neil Thompson demonstrates the "art " of window washing. 2. Jeanne Stewart, Tina Davis , and Robin Force enjoy a bit of conversation between classes. 3. The assurance of our Creator is best seen through the beauty of nature. 4. The campus squirrel takes a moment out of his busy day to pose for the camera. 5. Air Supply performs beyond great expectations of Harding , Searcy, and out-of-town concert seekers. 6, Two Cathcart dwellers enjoy an afternoon away from the books and just out of doors.
- John /. Rildcliffe In August of 1983, the vice president for academic affairs and dean of the college of arts and sciences retired. Two men were put into these positions that for 23 years were carried out by one man. Harding students had become accustomed to the ways of Dr. Joseph E. Pryor and knew what to expect from him. Dr. Neale T. Pryor was installed as the new vice president , and Dr. Dean Priest was chosen as the new dean. With everyone displaying understanding and patience, adjustments were made easily and smoothly. The intercollegiate athletic program was expanded by adding two new women's sports. Volleyball and basketball teams were fielded and these added an exciting extra dimension for women. The first year for any sport seemed to be more of an organizational period, but these teams competed well and earned respect from their opponents, other institutions and Harding University. During the spring semester of 1983, the InterClub Council met to discuss a new procedure for "pledging. " Complaints had been made in years past and 1983-84 was the year for a new idea to be put into effect. Instead of one week of intense "pledging," it was decided that there would be one month of various events and activities with special emphasis to be put on service projects . Introduction 5
6 Introduction 1. The autumn leaves add a colorful decoration to the front lawrl. 2. Contemplating the next line. Seeju Merritt works on an art assignment . 3. Companionship hI clear weather is enjoyed by Charissa Walters and Cheryl Ganus during a break from nursery school. 4. Scott Thompson finds a peaceful spot to study in the crisp outside air. S. A butterfly spreads out his wings in th e warmth of the sun. 6. Rick Supplee prefers indoor study as he takes a seat in the Beaumont Memorial Library.
Each of the four weeks, beginning Oct. 10 and ending Nov. 5, was given a specific theme. Clubs worked hard to prepare for the events ahead, but when the induction was into its second and third weeks many of the participants lost interest and the induction period seemed to phase out. The ideas for the month were good, but the planning of activities ' would have to be modified for future years. The students, faculty , and administration set new goals for themselves individually and they faced their daily paths with new courage and understanding. As the year went by, decisions were made toward career goals, university projects, and personal happiness. By taking one day at a time and leaning on the Lord for support, Harding made the necessary changes and maintained her high standards of quality and excellence in all areas. The Petit Jean attempted to present the events of 1983-84 with the struggles, prayers, and achievements of both students and teachers - for it was these elements that made up the puzzle - as Harding University was putting the pieces together. ~ - Suzanl1!! 'ollllstoll Editol Introduct ion 7
Dr. Joe Pryor Always A Friend His hea rt was loyal to Harding, Christian education , and the Lord 's will fo r life. Hi s roots at Harding go back much further than his years as a teacher in the physical science department. In 1923, at the age of five , he enrolled in the primer class of the elementary school of Arkansas Christian College at Morri lt on. In the spring of 1926, he attended the fifth grade of Harding Elementa ry School. In June of 1933, after graduating from high school at Campbell , Mo. , his family moved back to Morrilton and he enrolled as a IS-year old freshman at Harding College. He said the next four years , 1933-37, were very meaningful years fo r him. - Greg Ozbim 1. As a teacher of Physical Sciellce. Dr. Toe is hard at work typillg a study sheet for his class. 2. Not ot1ly a teacher/ admillistrator but also a family mall. Dr. Joe spends some time with the family dog , Prillcess. 3. Dr. Joe helps staff members , Karell Roseberry and SuzamlC Johnstall. pass back class portraits. 4. Dr. Joe takes time out of his busy schedule to talk with the school photographer. 5. At a banquet. Preside/It Ga/lus alld Dr. Pryor ell joy a good laugh together. 'Teachers li ke J. N. Armstrong, L. C. Sears, Houston Karnes, Ruby Lowery Staple ton. Woodson Harding Armstrong, and my father made an indelible impression upon me and I learned how important Ch risti an educat ion is in the lives of young people. " He graduated as valedictorian of his class in June of 1937 with a B.A. degree in mathematics and a B.S. degree in chemistry and with English and biology as minors, respectively. He had been active in dramatics for two years, lettered three years in basketball and two years in track, edited the Bison for two years , edited the 1937 Petit Jean, and served two years as chemistry labora tory assistant . His plans through college had been to enter medical school , but Dr. George S. Benson urged him to return to Harding after completing a doc torate in chemistry. He received a teaching assistantship in mathemat ics at Louisiana State University for the fa ll of 1937. After completing the M.A. degree in mathematics in the spring of 1939, he received a teaching assistantship in chemistry for two years and then the prestigious Charles Edward Coa tes Research Fellowship for one year. After completing the Ph.D. degree in physical chemistry with a minor. in physics and teaching two years as an instructor in mathematics at Louisiana _ P"b/ic Rdtllioll5 alflc.,
- Grrg Ozbiru State University, he returned to Harding during the 1943-44 school year as chairman of the Physical Science Department. In fact, he was the department since most departments at Harding at that time were oneman departments. Before many months had passed , he began to become more and more involved in the total program at Harding. He served as president of the Harding Chapter of Alpha PSi Omega for five years, as faculty advisor of the Petit Jean, as sponsor of Alpha Chi, as sponsor of TNT social club, as a class sponsor, as AIC faculty representative and as a member of various other committees. When he reached the age of 6S on March 19. 1983, it marked his last year as vice president for academic affairs and / or academic dean. It was also his 40th year as a professor of physical science and his 23rd year to se rve as the chief academic administrator. During the years he served as dean 8,707 degrees were awarded. In the 1982 Report of the President he wrote, "I conclude this report by pledging to you, President Ganus, my fu ll support. respect, admiration, loyalty, and love. You are a great leader and I have truly enjoyed working with you. My only regret is that I did not accomplish more in my efforts at Harding. 1 hav~ tried hard to do my job. I have enjoyed serving the students of Harding. I have a deep love for Harding, her objectives and her people. May God's richest blessings be with you and with Harding University in the years ahead. " Because of your genuine love and friendship to students , your undying devotion to Hardillg Ulliversity, and your commitment to Jesus Christ, we the senior class of 1984 dedica te tllis Petit Jean to Dr. Joseph Ehrman Pryor. "1 am very deeply concerned that Harding ever retain a deep commitment to the Bible as God's revealed word to man and Christ as the way, the truth , and the life. Harding must ever strive to provide excellence in the academic programs she offers, with stress upon effective teaching that will enable students to be prepared to meet the everchanging needs of our society and to provide the leadership that will improve our society. " - Or. Joseph E. Pryor
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Harding life was, in effect, everything students loved and cherished. It was the very environment in which they p layed and studied. Life was what the students made it. Sometimes life was extremely unfair, unrelenting, and uncaring. Life was definitely not partial, whatever the next person thought. Having three mid-term exams on the same day was enough for any student to throw his arms up in exasperation and ask , "Why me?" even though it happened to more than himself. Yet there was always the certain gleam of hope that things would inevitably get better. And when it did, living seemed full and wholesome , with only a faint sour memory as a reminder of those unhappy pasHimes. Despite distractions, heavy burdens, and great accomplishments, life's core was, invariabl y, friendship. At registrat ion friends gree ted friends with wild cheers and passionate Harding hugs. It was a time for smiles, laugh ter. and the comforting release of tears because friends we re returned safe and sound . All sorts of activities and events strengthened these ties. Exciting sports. games, vigorous club activities , and One Act comedies helped bring alive the student and his feelings for others. National - politics provided a puzzling atmosphere and an intense outlook for the student's fu ture. But with God and friends the students were confident that the storm could be ridden out. All these things and more contributed to the studen t's life a t Harding. Good and bad things happened , but studen ts could always turn to the scriptures for encouragement. ". all things work together for good to them that love God, " - Romans 8:28. Inside Life Spring Sing '83 Peaceful Moments Fiddler on the Roof Homecoming Tuition Turmoil Concerts The Exodus Spiritual Life Working Class Black History Month World News A Celebration Dorm life One Act Plays Fun in Searcy? - Michael Kelly Life Editor 12 16 18 20 22 24 28 30 32 34 36 40 42 44 46
A Cannibal's Feast Spring Sing audiences were taken into the jungle by the winning performance of Chi Sigs and Regina . "A Sandwich Is A Sandwich, But A Man Is A Meal. " The cannibals won first place in participation , music, costume and choreography on their way to the sweepstakes award. First place for theme was won by TNT and Zeta Rho, who were "All Dressed Up With No Place To Go." Kappa Sigs and Tri Kappa were the first runners up in the overall compe tition with their showboat revue , "Whatever Floats Your Boa t. " As the final act of the 12 club shows, Kappa Sigs and Tri Kappa closed with a mass precision movement as the entire cast rushed the audience. TNT and Zeta Rho placed third in the overall competition and were followed by "Follow Your Nose, " the upbeat show of Galaxy and lu Go lu. Ko 10 Kai and Sub T placed fifth with "Dat CottonPickin' Sou th. " Spring Sing hosts were Art Woods and Mark Evans. Laura White and Veronica Williams were hostesses for the show. The 1983 version of Spring Sing was under the direction of Dr. Jack Ryan who was assisted by Jacqueline Northcc.tt. Jeff Hopper directed the hosts and hostesses, and Warren Casey led the University Jazz Band. Chi Sigs and Regina wore fluorescent paint wherever they weren't coverd by wild wigs and grass skirts. They sang selections such as "Step Into The Wild Side" and the Michael Jackson hit "Beat It! " They added a light note by adapting an older song to be "yummy , yummy , yummy, I want you in my tummy. " 12 Spring Sing Other shows that placed in participation , theme, music , costume or choreography included "Making Light of the Dark Ages" by Shantih and Beta Phi who were second in participation and fourth in costume. Omega Phi and Theta Psi placed fifth in both participation and music with "Give Me A Break." "I t's A Tricky Situa tion" earned third in participation for Ka Re Ta and Zeta Phi. They were fo llowed by Chi Alpha Rho and Kirei , who placed fourth in participation with "Chip Off The Old Block. " Knights, Phi Delta , OEGE and King's Men won fifth for their E. T. costumes in "Reach Out And Touch Someone." Sigma Phi Mu and Friends provided the cas t for the fina le as they joined the hosts and hostesses at the closing of the show. There were some differences .between the 1983 "Night at the Bijou" and previous Spring Sing shows. The hosts and hostesses used more elaborate settings and costumes than they had before as they were the prime element in carrying out the theme of the show. Beginning with the film showing the preparations for the show and going on to the big finish , the hosts and hostesses dominated the audience's attention . - !oh" I. Rudcliffe Another change from previous years was the addit ion of a house band for those clubs which did not have a band. Some of the members of the University Jazz Band, which performed an act between two of the club shows as well as backing up the hosts and hostesses, performed in the house band. The house band allowed all acts to have live music instead of using tapes as had been done previously. When the "Night At The Bijou" was over , the cannibals, penguins, eggs, noses and other acts went home. The set was struck and the clubs retrieved their backdrops. Performers became students again and the audience left happy, but looking forward to another Spring Sing. The cliche "the show must go on" was justified by the performance of the 1983 Spring Sing - a show like that was worth doing and seeing .
1. Zeta Rho and TNT sing, "We are Penguins, " in their presentation of "All Dressed Up With No Place To Go." 2. Regina cannibal Diana 01bric..ht says, "You better not come around here," i,l the sweeps takes winning show, "'A Sandwich is a Sandwich But A Man Is a Meal. "' 3. Hostess Laura White loves the "Java Jive . "4. The cannibal clubs of Chi Sigs and Regina tell the white man to "Beat it." 5. Host Art Woods - John J. Radcliff., has a Roman setthlg to sing, "My Everlasting Love." 6. Kappa Sigs and Tri Kappa sing, "Swanee" in "Wfzate ver Floats Your Boat. " 7. Ko Jo Kai member Kell.v Van Patter tells how it is in "Oat Co tton -Pickin ' South." 8. Melanie Mathis warns the audience of "Spy's in the night. " 9. Host Mark Evans shines in "42nd Street. " Spring Sing 13
- Darrell Truitt - fohn ]. Radcliffe - Darrell Truitt 14 Spring Sing
TBE BIJ88 - Darrell L. Tw i t! 1. and 6. Hosts and Hostesses Art Woods , Veronica Williams , Laura White , and Mark Evans welcome the audience to Spring Sing '83. 2. Ko Jo Kai and Sub T -16 are going to "Dar Cotton-Picki,! ' South. "3. The women of Shant ill majestically reign over the men of Beta Phi in "Making Light of the Dark Ages." 4. Eddie Shields and Risa Beckloff of Galaxy and /0 Go /u sing. "Sneeze on Down the Road" in their presentation of "Follow Your Nose. " S. lady Hall and friends are "Down on the Swanee River" in "Whatever Fl oats Your Boat. " 7. TNT and leta Rho believ e "Cold is it " in "All Dressed Up With No Place To Go." 8. The Jazz Band entertains the audience during a brief j'ltermiss ion. 9. Lisa Sloan and Christiana Batty believe "The Spy 's The Umit. " 10. With a wave of their hands, Donna Laney and Mary Lou Thompson do a little magic in "It's A Tricky Situation. " 11. Mark Evans , Art Woods , Veronica Williams , and Laura White crack out of eggs for an "Easter Parade. "12. In a melody of movies for the finale production , members of Sigma Phi Mu present "Animal Crackers In My Soup." 13. Veronica Williams and Art W oods are proud to be from "Big D." 14. Members of Knights , Phi Delta , King 's Men, and OEGE listen for tire pir one in "Reach Out and Touch Someone. " 15. GATA member Sharon Ashley goes back to the 20 's and exclaims "Those Were The Days." 16. Omega Phi and Theta Psi egg Ot! tile audience in "Give Me A Break ," Spring Sing 15
This year, as in every year, students had many struggles. For some students, keeping up their CPA was a major task. Finding the time or the discipline to study was not an easy thing. Also , in a small way, chapel proved to be a stumbling block. Attendance became tough when chapel proceedings seemed to be routine or mundane. More importantly though , a few had to deal with the loss of a loved one. There was a certain emptiness that was keenly felt whether the loved one was one of the fami ly or a close friend. On top of all these things, the ever-present wings of weariness hovered, threatening despair and apathy as they dipped closer and closer between vacations. However , in this battle there was always a place of escape for the students to find in themselves, if not the answers , a calm acceptance of the situation. Pressure weary University personnel found many different things and places of re trea t . Hunting and fishing captivated many hearts. The hunters shed their burdens and restrictions as they felt the intense competition between themselves and their prey. But the fishermen sought the lazy, shady creek barely rippling along its own winding course. Others found a secret wood land path in the handiwork of Cod and felt the spidery network in the leaves of each tree they passed. But of all the escapes and retreats of the students , the serene rocky heights of nearby hills enthralled them most of all . Not only granting an awesome view of the land, but it encouraged the students to have a perspective view of themselves in God 's world. - /0/'" /. Radcliffe 16 Peaceful Moments Once "there" students found an inner peace that helped assuage their weary souls. There was an almos t overwhelming sense o f calmness which hardly could be felt in the dorm room. It was a chance to loosen up tightly strung muscles and find a brief respite from the confusion of classes . Being in harmony with God helped the students reach a plateau where their mental and physical properties met in mutual understanding . Th rough this mental tranquilit y the pressures of classes and peers were momentarily put aside to behold the quiet strength in God 's silence. Living in a world of people who don't focus on the small things in life , such as a complex spider web or the soft fa ll of snow, students found themse lves too many times caugh t up in the rush of things. . They looked at the whole tree , instead of noticing each leaf. By having these peaceful moments students did regain their old "eye for beauty." They saw that leaf and its intricate threads and praised the Creator for it. - Michael Kelly _ Greg Ozbirn .,
- fohn f . Radrliffe 1. Activities take rheir toll as Greg Lucas finds a comfortable place to sleep off the aftenlOolL 2. FJower petals, expressed by rlleir fillely wovell veillS, help prove Cod's intricate halld ill nature. 3. like droplets of melted silver. the lily pool fountain Ilelps cast a peaceful attitude 011 campus. 4. Stationed at various spots 011 campus, tile red Harding bel1ciJes give studer/ts like Darryl Petree a chmlCe to relax and write IJOn'/e. 5. Silhouetted by the setting S111I, the delicate detail of the leaves fade il1to the night. _ Chris O<>i Peaceful Moments 17
2 \\\)\\\~~\)\\\\\\~\~~~ i\ ~~~~\\~~~~\\ Homecoming was an exciting weekend for many students and returning alumni. Numerous activities were held to renew 'old acquaintances and friendships. The Bison pep rally started the activities Thursday evening. lighting up the sky . the large bon fire inspired the cheerleaders and the thundering herd in promoting school spiri t among the students. Everyone received ice cream and watched the firework finale. This year the crowning ceremony took on a Halloween spirit. Tom Bonner from KARK-TV announced the class representatives and their escorts. The queen candidates were introduced by answering the door for Trick-or20 Homecoming Treaters. A huge applause erupted after Kellee Citty was crowned 1983 Homecoming Queen by Dr. Ganus. Saturday was also a day fmeg with excitement for students and visitors. Social clubs and organizations held reunions to rekindle old friendships and memories. Excitement intensified at the Bison football game against the University of Arkansas at Monticello. The queen and her court. escorted by their fathers, were presented at half-time, along with the represen tatives. The thundering herd also performed for the many Bison fans. Friday and Saturday evenings, the production of "Fiddler on the Roof" was performed. Also, Blackout, a student talent show, held two performances Saturday night. The entertainment ranged from rock bands to comedy presentations. For the homecoming production, the overall attendance was down in number this year, as there were quite a few empty sea ts on the Benson floor during the performance. This may have been a result of a late start in public relations. Homecoming '83 was a time for Harding alumni to return and look back on the memories of their past. The Harding campus would always be a place to call home. ~ . - Rhonda Hawkins
6 I l~ - John] Radcliffe - John J. Radcliffp 1. DeeDee Clements twirls durillg the Ila/frime performmlce of tlze Thunderillg Herd. 2. Harding homecoming f[Hls yell their support to fhe 8i50115 during an exciting play ill the game. 3. Attendant Stacey Green, Queen Kellee Citty and Attendant Gina Ward reign over the homecoming football gam£', as the Bison mascot clOWIIS around. 4. Homecoming Queen Kellee Gtty is escorted down file field by her father. Dr. lim Gtty. 5. Time·outs give cheerleader Karel! lones a chance to toss little Bison footballs into tile crowd. 6. Z.C.O. Uhatafe moves the ball against file homecoming opponent , Um"versity of Arkansas at Monticel/o. Homecoming 21
22 Tuition Turmoil
Tuition Turmoil With economy and employment down and inflation up, the tuition of an institution like Harding may seem a little steep. Several students raise objections and question the need fo r such elevated prices. What some may fail to realize is the list of expenditures that a university has and the fact that a private institution rece ives no federal aid. The income from student tuition and board does not even begin to meet the expenses . The totals of salaries, academic support , student services and institutional suppo rt al ready exceed the dollar amount that the students pay. This doesn't . include large expenditures such as operating and maintenance plant and student aid. In fa ct, the $9,281,874 received from tuition and fees (from all Harding institutions) barely pays for salaries and student aid. Thi s forces the administration to rai se money from endowments and gifts. This past year $708,000 was expected from endowment income, the highest figure ever, and $1,148,551 was needed from gifts just to balance the budget. Donations came from alumni, businesses and foundations. These costs don ' t include the building program. The Science Addition under construction, as well as the new Mabee Business Center, are paid for by gifts, also. These two buildings together cost ove r two million dollars. However , Harding is not the only universi ty with this problem. Others such as Lubbock Christian , Alabama Christian, David Lipscomb, Ohio Valley, FreedHardeman and York Colleges a ll have lower enrollment figures but must raise equally large sums. A better comprehension of university expenditures should lead to the students' understanding of tuition turmoil and what ex- ,actly it pays fo r. ~ - PellllY Bible Tuition Tunnoil 23
24 Minor Conce rts 1. The Wright Brothers combine sweet harmollY and a friendly attitude to establish a good rapport with their audience. 2 . Before hypnotising volunteer Roger Beck, perfomler Gil Eagles discusses his humorous i/Jtentions for him. 3. Ready to take cover if IJecessary. Mark Hl~ghes takes aim for all imagillary enemy. 4. After a fra/lfic search in the audience, a hypnotized Tarzan (Eric Pipkin) carries his mate (Laura PattersOll) on stage. 5. laughter alld smiles are a spontQll€Ous il1grediellt /11 the Wright Brotller's show. 6. Michael Iceberg ch ills his audience with the eerie sounds of his amazing synthesizers. 7. The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra combines vigorous music and professional quality for a tremendous sOlmd. - /ohn J. Radcliffe _ Wrs Holland ...: Chris Or;
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( , The Exodus I Load 'elDup and move '.Itt out Walking around campus on a Friday afternoon one may have glimpsed a familiar occurrence. The location of the campus and its nearness to Little Rock, Memphis and many other cities, and towns allowed students the opportunity to travel, and many did. The mass exodus usually began around one o'clock Friday afternoon. Students often cut their last classes and as soon as suitcases were packed and car trunks loaded, they were off. By Friday evening t~e campus seemed deserted. The reasons for leaving were as varied as the places traveled to. One common reason, especially among freshmen, was homesickness. For many, college was the frist time to be away from home for an extended period of time. Several students left a special someone when they came to school. Boyfriends and girlfriends 28 The Exodus that were back home provid ·d new label could be tagged to Haranother motivation to leave f r liwtfing to describe weekends: the the weekend. "suitcas_e college." After the busy Another aspect that was a hustle and busde during the week, shared cause was just the need to the pace of the weekend was much "get away." The mounting pres- slower. A calm, peaceful quiet setsures of dorm life, classes and tied over the campus and it almost testing often buHt up so much ten- seemed deserted . sian that students just wanted to To some t~e cart'Pus may have get away from campus for a cou- been boring, but' others enjoyed pie of nights. Relatives or close the serenity ana used the time to friends living nearby extended get caught up on studies, do launopen doors to visiting students. dry and even throw frsibee!; on Some, who did not have the he £ront~awn. The cafeteria lines time for an entire weekend off were consmerably shorter and campus, would just spend all of parking spaces weren't much of a Saturday in Little Rock, Heber problem to find. Seme students Springs or perhaps, Petit Jean even had dates, while others enMountain. An afternoon out at joyed the entertainment provided Wyldewood riding horses or by the Student Association. climbing B-rock often provided a Although this was no new tramway to escape from campus. tion, it was nevertheless irnporThe causes for leaving were tant to the students who exited the endless and the ef{ects it left on campus, to escape the tensions of campus life were numerous. A the-week. ~ _ Penny Bible
1. Mike Story and Malcolm luggage a"d laundry as to escape from campus fo r elld. 2. Mark Story /ills up Iris gas tank in preparation for the lotlg iou~y IIo"'e. 3. DrivingdowII Ihe highway 1$ a com"'o" indd""t as silldents are homeboulld. 4. AU roads lead to IlOme. - Greg Ozbin! The Exodus 29
32 Working Class 1 . Delivery of items to customers con - sumes much of Phil Parker's work. 2. Kri5ti Cottrill smiles as she sets the table for a customer. 3. Chery l Williams makes a pizza ill preparation for the evening rush. 4. Troy Pieper accepts the guest's money for a pleasant meal. 5. Jon Ma rk Hopper operates the cash register to count tile collection for the night. 6. Steve Kelly draws off serum from a blood sample previously separated in a centrifuge. 7. Checking the amoulll indicated by the casll register, James Gentry rings up a customer 's selection . - Creg Ozbirn - Greg O.bim
- Greg Ozbirn - Greg Ozbirn ?C 7E ?C ,. lE lE n )C " - Greg Ozbirn On the Job For many students, college life involved more than studying and socializing. Working at a parttime job was an important facet for several students . A job may even have been a necessity for some. Federal loans and student aid seldom totaled enough to cover school tuition and expenses, forcing many to take a job. The desire for a little extra spending money was also a common motivation. Kristi Cottrill, an employee of Tom's Place, worked fourteen hours a week to have some pocket money. The possibility of saving for a plane ticket home was another reason for her employment. For the many married couples, working was a must in order to meet expenses. Some spouses worked entirely to put their mate through school, while in other instances each worked part-time . Gary and Cheryl Williams were both employed by Mazzio's Pizza. Through careful scheduling, they were able to attend schooL work and have tim~ off together. Extra time was one thing Troy Pieper wanted to fill up. "I'm glad I have something else to do," he commented. Pieper worked at Pizza Hut twenty hours a week to take up his slack of excess time. Phil Parker also studied much, attributing his availability of time to the understanding management where he worked . Parker effectively juggled eighteen hours of work per week at Fraser Furniture and fourteen hours of school so that no conflicts arose. 3C 3C 3C u Maintenance and upkeep of a student's car was also a cause for a part-time job . The freedom and mobility available from car own- ] ership also had responsibility. Jon Mark Hopper worked as a cashier at Jiffy Jerry's twenty-nine hours a ] week. Car and school payments were his primary motives, but such a heavy work schedule hampered his study habits . Lack of study time is a major disadvantage of part-time working . Grades often suffer because students just do not have enough time to devote to their studies. Not only do the study habits suffer, but the amount of time available to devote to social activities and club functions also is reduced. Steve Kelly, a courier at the Lab of Pathology, found that working in the afternoons was one way to avoid social club interference. Working with professionals in a technical position, Kelly benefited from the experience and felt it would help him in any career he pursued. James Gentry, an employee of J. C. Penney, fel t that interaction with customers and co-workers prepared him for his ] future. He added, "It (working ) gives me a personal sense of accomplishment. " The added responsibility of a ] job taught students the importance of time budgeting and developing priorities . Whatever ] the reason or motivation behind the job, the working class benefited from the experience in more ways than one. ' E@ ] - Pe /!IIY Bible cmd Allefl Bailey u 'C 7C )( , Working Class 33
1. A chorus of Black History Month participants sing their moving spirituals and gospel songs. 2. AJex Haley lectures in the Benson Auditorium as part of the American Studies program. 3. Senior Veronica Williams adds her voice to 'The Gospel Explosion,"'a singing eve/If that displayed a variety of black spirituals. 4. Two soloists lead the chorus in praises to the Lord wllile performing for Harding. S. Harding students performing in "The Gospel Explosion. " Front row: Dixon, Williams, A. Gardner. B. Gardner. Britton, McKi,mey, Sims, Collins. Second row: Smith, Ruffin, Belcher, O'Conner. GUlm, Deem, Dinkins, Tal/bear. Tease/e, Small. Turner. Back row: Perry , Jackson, Maxwell, King , Franklin. .~ Ryall T l'ckllr
- Public R..I"tion5 Offi{(' Harding Celebrates Black History Although quiet for the first few weeks of February, Black History Month moved into full swing during the last two weeks with author and speaker Alex Haley and the singing extravaganza, "The Gospel Explosion." Haley , famous au- , thor of "Roots," lectured and several singing groups performed in a program called 'The Gospel Explosion" as part of Black History Month. Haley , winner of America's two topmost writing awards - the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award, lectured in the Benson Auditorium o n February 21 as part of the American Studies program. According to Richard King, assistant professor of Bible and local chairman of the black history program, Haley was chosen specifically for Black History Month. Dr. David Burks, director of the American Studies program, told King to choose five or six people he would want to come speak, King said. "AJex Haley was our top cho ice and Dr. Burks arranged for him to be here," King said. Haley graduated from high school when he was fifteen and began writing freelance stories and articles while in the U.S. Coast Guard. In 1965 he retired from the military after twenty years of service and became a fulltime writer. In 1965 he coauthored 'The Autobiography of Malcom X:' He also wrote "Roots," which was made into a television mini-series in 1977. Also incl uded in the University's black hi story assemblies was the musical presentation called 'The Gospel Explosion." On February 25 in the Benson Auditorium several gospel singing groups from Oklahoma, Kansas, and Arkansas participated in the production, as well as a group of twenty students and graduates from the University. King said, "Gospel music was the only way we had of expressing ourselves for a long time." It will be an opportunity for students to hear big groups of gospel singe rs, said King. Harding students involved in the black history program presented a chapel program on February 21. Illustrating different stories and poems were senior speakers Veronica Williams and Troy Johnson. Adding to the program were participating black history students who sang a few hymns of gospel music. An album of one of the groups from Ouachita was also played. "The major programs focused around one week in particular," said King. A bulletin board was set up in the American Heritage lobby with pictures and information on great blacks in history. 1984 was the third year Black History Month was recognized at the University. "The administration was very supportive of it as far as financial support and help with getting it together," King said, "It's a bigger undertaking this year." "The whole concept was educating people to the contributions that blacks have made," he sa id , "It 's important because we don't have any black history courses here." King said that most people want to be proud of their heritage and what they're all about. "When people know their history, they can be proud of what they are and who they are," he said. "For me it was the first time to participate in a program like this," said Suzie Gumbs, a sophomore from St. Croix, Virgin Islands. On the islands during black history month , Gumbs said that it is usually recognized by short clips on television about famous black people. "The programs were centered around trying to break stereotypes," said King. He said that people don't live up to their potential because they just accept stereotypes. "When we break that barrier, it will help people understand each other better," said King . ''I've come to find out that when you have problems, it's because of a lack of understanding." - Liz Herrel a,zd Michael Kelly J31dCi-- Hlstor ,i\1onth.3S
_ Wille World Photos 36 World News 1.-4. Deaths ill 1983. Jack Dempsey. Arlhur Godfrey, David Niven alld Gloria Swallson. 5 . Beirut , lebanon. An A merican Flag all d a U.S. Marine standby as rescue workers sort Iltrougll tile ruillS of tile A merican Em bassy ill Beiru t , after being hit by a terrorist bomb, killing many alld wOlmding over one IlUlldred all" April 19, 1983. 6. Beirut , Lebanon . Rescuers prepare to lower a U.S. Marille all a stretcher to safety after being trapped ill the wreckage of tile U.S. Commalld Post. Terrorists used a dYllamite ladell velliele to blow lip tile buildillg ill Wlll'c/l hUll - dreds died ill tile blast, Oct. 23. 7. Seoul , South Korea. Carrying placards some 5.000 Korean C/Il'istiatlS gathered at Seoul's YOWlg lJak Clwrc/! for atl anti -Soviet ,-ally to protest tIle slwuting down of the KOreatl AirLines jetlil1er with 269 people killed. 8. Painsville , O hio . Mis/deell Abi _ W,de World PholM CI1I111elll Earle weeps 011 tile casket of IWI 11115 - band. Navy medic Byral L. Earle . afler VI/rial services llere. Earle. killed ill tile Ocl. 23rd bom - ving of Marine Headqllarters ill Beirut. IIwrried lite 17-year-old Lavel/ese girl illsl six days /h?fore IIIe f1ftar/..:. 9. Narman ,Turkey, Oct 2. A //lot her wllils behind Ihe dead bodies of Iler fhle chilelrel1 ill Ilw Ilil/age of Kazbatl Ozer Mum/bagi. after 1111 eOl't/!quake killed oper 500.
The National and International Perspective The Orwellian vision of a world of brainwashed automatons under the constant surveillance of "Big Brother" loomed large in the minds of thinking students as the countdown to 1984 began. Maybe that postWorld War II English genius miscalculated , since it appears the cycles of li fe and death , victory and defeat, and success and tragedy continue as they have for eons. The superpowers continued to stockpile destructive weapons while talking of peace, and national debts mounted while politicians promised to "cut the fat. " The year was like most every other one that preceded it with its usual thrills and agonies. Pres. Reagan in his 1984 State of the Union Address, proudly announced "America again stands tall in the world." Several geographic sites vied for the television eye for the primary "trouble spots." On October 23 in Beirut, Lebanon, where a multinational peace-keeping force monitored the Palestinian Liberation Organizat ion, a determined Moslem with Iranian ties drove a truckload of TNT th rough a barbed-wire barricade into a dormitory where 350 United States Marines were sleeping. Two-hundred and forty-one lost their lives in the single act of terrorism. Central America continued to demand Pres. Reagan's concern. Joint military maneuvers with the Honduran army, including 120 Green Berets, and a fleet of ships off the coast, served warning to the Cubans that the U.S. would not passively allow another Communist takeover. The U.S. also bolstered the EI Salvadoran government against Marxist guerrillas, leading many to think we might be headed toward another Vietnam. In the meantime, the Reagan administration continued its support of the "Contras" who were trying to overthrow the leftist Nicaraguan government. Pres. Reagan managed to pull off the biggest coup of all when, without letting the press in on it. he sent nearly 2.000 Marines to the tiny island of Grenada before dawn, October 25. and "rescued" 500 Americans. Warehouses of weapons were discovered on the island , and 600 Cubans were taken prisoner and later deported to their native land. The President claimed the mission was at the request of concerned Caribbean _ Wide World Phoros neighbor s to " restore order and democracy. " On September 1, a Russian Sukhoi fighter plane pursued a Korean civilian Boeing 747 airliner across a military installation on Sakhalin and fired on it, causing it to crash in the Sea of Japan. Of the 269 who were killed, 47 were Americans, including U.S. Representative Larry McDona ld (D.-GA). Benigno Aquino , a political opponent of Pres. Ferdinand Marcos of the Philippines, returned to Manila on August 21. after three years of self-exile in the U,S. He was shot and killed at the airport. Lech Walesa , Polish shipyard worker and leader of Poland's "Solidarite," continued § to be harrassed by the Communist party in f that count ry. He met with the Polish Pope John Paul II who endorsed his brave stand ~ ~ World News 37
Perspective cont'd. for the people of Poland. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for 1983. Yuri Andropov, aged 69, kept out to public view for several months with an undetermined ailment , but not before he hosted Samantha Smith, a gradeschool student from Manchester, Maine. Samantha had written and asked him if he wanted to cqnquer the world. Andropov invited her to come to the Soviet Union at his government 's expense and see. She accepted . flew to Russia, and was showered with gifts and given a royal tour. Afterward she exclaimed, "The Soviet people are really nice they're almost just like Americans." In the nation , the economy showed marked improvement over previous years. The government index rose at an accelerating rate. Unemployment was down to 8.2%, growth was up at 6%, and inflation down to 3.2%. Harding students who took part in the HUF program found their American dollars went farther in European countries than in previous years. One sour note, however, the federal deficit remained around $200 billion with not much prospect for improvement, given the defense and welfare programs that continue to push it higher each year. American minorities made marks for themselves this year. Philadelphia and Ch icago elected black mayors: Harold Washington and Wilson Goode, respectively. Vanessa Williams became the first black to be chosen Miss America in that pageant 's 62-year history. Guy Buford became the first black man ever to enter outer space when he orbited the earth for six days with a crew on the space shuttle Challenger. Sally Ride, an estrophysicist, became the first American woman in space, when she served as a mission specialist with a crew of five on the Challenger in June. Jesse Jackson became the first black to actively seek the nomination as a candidate for the presidency. He assured the nation he was a serious contender by going directly to Syria and securing the release of captured naval airman Lt. Robert Goodman, Jr., by negotiating directly with Pres. Hafez Assad. Americans said "goodbye" to some old favorites: Gloria Swanson, who played the role of an aging movie idol making a comeback in "Sunset Boulevard"; Arthur Godfrey , who made millions of Americans weep as he passionately described Franklin D. Roosevelt's funeral procession; Raymond Massey, whom may were led to believe was Abraham Lincoln incarnate, since he played that role so often ; and Jack Dempsey, a prize fighter who was as "gentle as a lamb" in his private life. Thanks for the memories. On the domestic scene, it was time again for a backward look as the wonder of the Industrial Age . the Brooklyn Bridge, celebrated its 100th birthday. John Roebling's master designed that combined gothic beauty with modern functionalism spanned New York's East River connecting America's first and third largest cities. A 28-minute fireworks display lighted the evening sky on May 25 to give due honor to a noble lady who supported an average 150,000 38 World News daily passengers across a 1595-foot center span, once the world's longest. James Watt, a one-time visitor to the Harding campus and a controversial member of Pres. Reagan 's cabinet , was forced to resign as Secretary of the Interior October 29 because of a remark concerning the composit ion of a committee in which he claimed, "I have a woman, a black, two Jews, and a cripple." The President could not afford the alienation of these groups as another election year approached and asked Watt to go. Had George Orwell lived, he might have regarded 1984 "a very good year." - Dr. Raymond MUllcy ~ Wide World PI,%s _ Wide World Phot os
_ Wid.. World PI'otos _ Wide World Photos STATE SCENE The "Land of Opportunity" played catch-up again this year as Governor Bill Clinton showed eve ry determination to pull Arkansas up from the basement ranks in public education. He appointed an Education Standard Committee to make some inquiries and tough recommendations . A special session of the legislature was called and turned out to be the longest in the state's history: six weeks. Before it adjourned, it put its stamp of approval on the governor's educational package, including a 1 % sales tax which will bring over $150 million in to the state coffer to be used in upgrading public education. The governor angered both the Arkansas Educati on Association and the National Educa tion Associat ion members by insisting that teachers be given compe tency tests. The attention of the nation focused June 3 on the "Wonder State" when the local constabulary moved in on a farmhouse near Smithfield where Gordon Kahl, a 63-year old retired farmer and member of Posse Comitatus (a paramilitary group opposed to federal taxa tion ) was holding up. Kahl was wanted by the fede ral authorities in connection with a shootout in North Dakota where a U.S. Marshall and his deputy were killed. Shots were fired, and the sheriff was killed . Tear gas was lobbed into the house. A fire ensued, and Kahl's charred body was discovered in the remains. He had been shot in the exchange. Mary Lee Orsini captured the headlines again. While serving a life sentence in connection with the death of Alice McArthur, she was also charged and found guilty in the slaying of her husband, William. She is now serving concurrently two life sentences without parole. On March 25, 41 students and teachers bound by bus fo r the "Skilled Olympics" of the Arkansas Vocational Industrial Clubs of America in little Rock missed a turn on Highway 214 at Uno in Poinsett Count y. Of the 29 who were injured, five teachers and four students were killed. The National Transportation Board determined the driver was exceeding the speed limit. The weather again played a dominant role in the state. A prolonged drought ruined crops in la te summer and ice storms paralyzed all activity as 1984 was get ting underway. While some were "losi ng their shirts" in the parched fields, Sam Walton of Bentonville "':1 <; wa lking in high dover. Dun and Bradstreet listed his company, the Wal-Mart Stores, as one of the five best managed in America. Forbes magazine also proclaimed Walton as the second richest man in the nation. Arkansas is the "Land of Opportunity. " 1. New York, N.Y., May 25. The 1z ight sky is illuminated by a shower of fireworks ill celebratiol1 of the Brooklyn Bridge 's lOOth birthday party. 2. Charleston, S.c., Oct. 26. All evacuee of Grenada pauses to k iss the ground after landing at tile C/lariestoll Air Force Base. Many medical stu;ients from the United States were flown to safety after the U.S. troops invaded the islal/d. 3. Houston, TX. Astronauts Sally K. Ride and Guion S. Bluford made space history. Ride was tlze first woman to go up in space Ofl Shu ttle - Dr. RaymOlld Muncy Fliglzt Seven, and Bluford was the first black into space o/z Slzu ttle Fliglzt Eight. 4. Atlantic City, N.J., Sept. 17. Vmzessa Williams (left>. the flew Miss America, is slzoll.m as size is crowned by the outgoing Miss America , Debra Maffett. This is the first time tllat a black woman has won tile contest. 5. Baseball Great Retires. Cincinnati Reds Johnny Belzeiz tips his hat to tile fans after playing Izis final game. He played over twenty years for the Reds. Wo rld News 39
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