Eating in the Heritage Cafeteria took on a whole new meaning as students benefited from the new facilities. Seating capacity more than doubled during the expansion process, and the number of food lines was increased in order to streamline meal service. In addition to the expansion, a full scale overhaul of decor resulted in a more soothing atmosphere. Living in Pattie Cobb became a luxury. In addition to changes in appearance, the renovation included the construction of suites instead of community bathrooms, and the installation of central air conditioning. The stone houses that were built 40 years ago on Blakeney Street had to find a new home in order to make room for the new men's dormitory. The new dorm was patterned after Harbin Hall. The completion date was set for August 1990. Parking problems were somewhat relieved by the construction of new parking lots on campus. TV 12 became TV 19. "Bison express" cards looked more like "real" identification, and Thanksgiving break lasted five days. These changes did not happen accidentally. They came about only after careful consideration of the Harding decision makers. This was a year for change, and a year for tradition. We'll keep the change. NEW DORM. In September, workers began removing the six rock houses, built in 1947, on Blakeney Street. The men's dormitory will be a carbon copy of Harbin. -Photo by Leslie Downs. CHURCH ON THE LAWN. Mike Cope, pulpit minister for the College Church of Christ, preaches for the opening Wednesday night service. Over 1,000 peopl~ gathered on the lawn for the'· services. -Photo by Leslie Downs. Opening 5
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