Placentent Of Grads Commencement to any student is the climax of four years of hard work toward a degree. In 1973, as in any other year, the old joke remained, "What good is a B.S. or a B.A. or any other degree without a J.O.B.?" The Placement Office was a centralized service devoted to placement activities for Eastern students and alumni. Directories listing every school in nearly every state as well as a federal career directory were available. The office also had individual files on every school and community in Illinois, and attempts were made to update the material. Files were also kept on students. Any graduating senior, alumnus, or graduate student who regist ered with the office had his name and all his qualifications compiled in a resume and kept on file. During 1972, the Placement Office received calls for 5,658 teachers from Illinois schools. Placement bulletins were prepared each week, printed up, and made available so that students 'could see exactly what vacancies existed. 1972 saw 31 ,826 bulletins sent out. The Placement Office found 1971 a year of over-supply. In 1970, 69% of the graduates with B.S. in Education degrees found teaching positions. In 1971 only 55% of the graduates were as fortunate. How did the Placement Office help the student? The two Directors of Placement, Dr. James Knott and Robert Jones, had scheduling interviews with students who requested them. They also set up interviews with c ompany a nd co rp o r at ion 46-WARBLER '73 a representatives. These interviews were advertised in the Eastern News t wo wee k s b e for e th e representatives' visits. Candidates for placement scheduled interviews. c. a. James F. Knott, Director of the Placement Office, worked hard to place Eastern graduates in good positions. Along with the other director, Robert Jones, the two men scheduled interviews for students desiring them. b.-e. Joan Gwin (right) offered assistance to Barbie Taylor. The Placement Office was a tremendous help to students when seeking jobs.
b. c. Creativity, Scholarship Recognized At the end of a school year, whether a freshman or a graduating senior, time is up! Numerous activities and social events occured throughout the t erm, but special banquests and t eas awaited the graduating senior. The women's dormitories saluted their scholarly ladies by holding a senior t ea, and fraternities and sororities also honored fellow graduates by sponsoring banquets. All of these programs recognized senior ·men and women for their years of dedicated work. Every spring quarter, senior art majors displayed a minute amount of their endeavors at the senior art ex hibit. This was also acknowledging the end of just one phase of indefinite creativity and imaginitive ideas for expressive artists. Collectively, every field s om e h ow ide ntified the ir graduating seniors. All of these intellectuals were those who created and distributed culture. Within this group, there was one main objective-to finish what they began! a. Spring quarter was the time for recognition teas and banquets, as well as the time for senior art majors to express themselves with their creations. b. Mary Bassett accepted the Livingston C. Lord Scholarship at a recognition tea. She was nominated by the English Department for the aii·University scholarship. c. As the campus emptied after the last final of spring quarter, the Textbook Library filled with stacks of books. '73 WARBLER - 47
a. a. President Fite emphasized his goal for true greatness for Eastern. b. Lon McCracken sat in Lincoln stadium for the last time as an undergraduate. c. The end was only the beginning. d. Tom Hawkins remained calm and cool 48-WARBLER '73 despite the sweltering heat during the commencement exercise. e. Jeff Amend a grinned after a victorious end to a four·year battle. f. 953 Eastern graduates got their souvenirs here. b. c.
d. 1s;>lJ lO :l ll UIO') ~ ;"Jl\.L f. e. The End Eastern's seventy ·third annual commencement not only marked the end of a college career for 953 students, but also the inauguration of Dr. Gilbert C. Fite's term as president. Speaking to a crowd o~ almost 3,000, President Fite said, "I will not be satisfied until Eastern is recognized among the very best small universities in the United States. I declare here and now that true greatness for this University is my go.al as president." '73 WARBLER-49
Slillmm®rr §]pl®©l!k®rt'$) Percy and Pucinski Spotlighted b. Senator Charles C. Percy, an Illinois Republican Senator, and his D e mo c rati c oppon e nt , Congressman Roman C. Pucinski debat e d b efore an estimated audience of 40 student leaders Monday, July 3, in the Union Ballroom. The meeting was sponsored by 50-WARBLER '73 c. the Association of Illinois Student Governments in order to giVe student body presidents and members of the college press a chance to size up the candidates before the November election. Each student body president ask e d a question which was answered by both candidates. a. Lonnie Johns (center), executive director of the Association of IUinois Student Governments, served as moderator during a debate between IUinois Republican Senator Charles C. Percy and his Democratic opponent Congressman Roman C. Pucinski. b.-e. Percy got his chance to answer a question, whife Pucinski contemplated his rebuttal.
c. b. ~. ~ A Slices of Suntnter Fun "Have a watermelon" was the theme of July 26, a happy-go-lucky kind of day. With classes over for the day, students laid their books and table manners aside. Dressed in their casuals, they strolled to the campus lake and descended into the neolithic age, where they feasted on what were purported to be green dinosaur eggs. Hesitant at first for fear that baby dinos might be in the eggs, someone courageously volunteered to cut into the shells and take the responsiblity of any harm that might come to a baby dino. In the next moment,,one only heard the staccato of chop, chop, chop. Everone dre~ closer, not sure what to expect. Then a sudden cheer filled the au. The watermelons weren't fertile and the rest was history. There was a munch-munch here and a slurp-slurp there, ending with a pttt-pttt here and a pttt-pttt there; but, unfortunately, there were no baby dinos to take back to the dorms. a. No matter how they sliced it, the watermelon was cool and refreshing. b. People of all ages enjoyed the watermelon. c. The last mouthful was the best. '73 WARBLER --51
Funkiness' On Scene Fads and funkiness and a move to moderation were seen this year at Eastern. Long hair on guys became the rule while many girls cut their hair into shags or super short. Fall saw candidates and campaigning, plaids, blazers, and longer dresses. Blue jeans became baggier, and "palazzo pants," began to appear on the modish. Guys' jackets got shorter. Suddenly white shoes for men were off the tennis court. Perhaps most startling in the shoe line were higher heels on men's shoes, already bright with colorful suede appliqued stars and ecology symbols. For the rest, it was the little things that gave life different b. 52-WARBLER '73 a. touches at Eastern-fruit flavored lipstick, red, green, and black fingernails, ladybugs, mushrooms, and clear bubble umbrellas on the flooded sidewalks. by ]anine Hartman c. a. Linda Mills held her candle with brightly-polished nails and rings. b. Sharon Hicks was the perfect example of fashion with her wide-legged pants. c. Debbie Fisher spoke on the phone in her ribbed-knit, turtleneck sweater worn under a fashionable blazer.
b. Retarded Helped by Volunteers The Coles County Training and Development Center offered many opportunities for students to work with pre-school day-care children and adult day-care individuals. In both areas there were people classified as trainable, untrainable, or educable. This center provided an atmosphere where the handicapped could learn mental hygiene, dependability on the job, and how to get along with others. In the workshop of the center, some individuals assisted in making articles for which the center had contracts. Such things as Coca-Cola cartons and cement blocks were made there and the workers were paid. On the other hand, certain projects were undertaken on the developmental token system. Workers were given low pay for their projects, just enough to keep them going. People came to the center from sheltered care homes and the residential house, as no workers live at the center. Students from both Lakeland and Eastern took part in this program as assistants. People traveled daily from their homes to the center to work. Some brought their lunches, while meals were prepared for some of the younger ones. The center offered every opportunity for students to become active in helping others. by Debbie Archer '73 WARBLER-53
IIJ\~ rnm@ ~ Ir ~ 1tii ~ (C<Q>ll'il W®ll'il1tll@ll'il Miami was the scene for both political party struggles last summer. Eastern had three delegates and two journalists at the Democratic Convention that was held in July. Joe Connelly, head of the Political Science Department, Ellen Schanzle, a psychology graduate student, and Golda Franklin, wife of history professor James Franklin, were part of an Illinois delegation that won notoriety for throwing Chicago Mayor Richard Daley out of its ranks . . Representative Connelly said, "It was the most exciting thing I've seen in politics." Miss Schanzle called it, "The year the Democratic Party went back to the people," while Mrs. Franklin thought the convention . was an eye-opener to the public. Mrs. Franklin was grateful that the young people carried out their duties so well. News editor Pam Sampson and photo editor Dann Gire were on hand to get stories and pictures. c. 54-WARBLER '73 Heat of Convention Blazes Easterners d.
e. a. Minority groups advertised for their candidates in 1972. b. Congressman George Shipley of the 22nd District of Illinois eyed the crowd of McGovern supporters with excitement. c. Many delegates wore their campaign buttons to boost McGovern support. d. Delegates smiled as they raised their fists in faithful support of McGovern. e. This man steadied his camera to f. g. capture the next significant pose at the .convention f. The one and only man for the Democrats was pictured continually during the week's convention. g. Along with political campaigning, came campaigning to stop the bombing in VietNam. h. Ellen Schanzle and Jimmy Breslin displayed their ID tags. h. \ I . •,' I'.·' I ~. I '73 WARBLER-55
a. Several Easterners saw the Republican National Convention from the convention floor. College Republican and Student Senator Sharon Burkybile worked as a Nixonette, while newsmen Jim Pinsker and Dann Gire covered the event for the Eastern_News. Peggy Burke went as an observer while Mrs. Rosemary Reece, a teacher at the Lab School, attended as a delegate. Miss Burkybile 's duties included acting as a hostess at various GOP functions and cheering in the gallery with the Youth for Nixon during the night session speeches. She said that the whole convention was an inspiring experience, "one which couldn't help but make you proud of your country." She returned to campaign for Nixon. IR ~ jp) lilllb llii <e cmim cc~Imw~Im{tn~Im Winded Republicans Air Out City of Mianti c.
e. d. g. h. i. f. a. Richard B. Ogilvie, Governor of Illinois, flexed his muscles in support of Nixon. b. The only way for Nixon to go, up and up, was displayed through the floating baBoons. c. Tricia Cox (left) and Julie Eisenhower listened with pride as their father and their president appealed to his supporters. Mrs. Pat Nixon, the first lady, gazed with pride at the "best man" of the party. d. Senator Charles C. Percy (right) got a tip from one of his supporters. e. Illinois Nixon supporters displayed their support at the convention. f. Mrs. Rosemary Reece (left), Lab School teacher, and Easterner Peggy Burke greeted J ~hn Wayne. g. Jim Pinsker (left), Rick Ingram, and Peggy Burke applauded the speech endorsing Nixon. h.Red-hot Republicans came in all sizes, shapes, and ages. i. While well-suited conservatives rallied in the air-conditioned building, the liberals felt the intense heat. '73 WARBLER-57
The Livin' Summer was sun and slowness, fun and few classes. It was su~sed to be that way for the D10fit pu1, but summer '72 was a hit more ex((iting than anticipated, ~ the politicians heating up and a war cooling off, as well as the st sweltering in Coleman, and -~~~~~ off at Lake Charleston. The song over the radio was "Aiorte Again, Naturally," but the :song over the radio was "Alonge Again, Naturally," but the students on campus weren't. Everyone mew everyone and going it alone was the exception. Spla+inc clown the srillway wu a • ..... to the 111*'1111 heat. people found the aoft Iipt of a _,...romantic. 58-WAR BLER ?3 Is Easy in the Su01rner
NAIA Inducts Darling t9 Hall of Fante Eastern tennis Coach Rex V. Darling became one of the first four members of the newly established National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Tennis Hall of Fame on June 5 in honor of his many years of dedicated service to the sport and to the association. The veteran mentor, who has coached tennis at Eastern for 27 years, was cited for his meritorious service to the sport at the collegiate level. Darling served as director of the NAJA National Championships from 1959 to 1967, and his teams have competed in the tournament every year since 1952, excluding 1968. Darling serves as assistant professor of physical education at Eastern, and has also served as assistant football coach, acting head football coach, assistant basketball coach, and acting head basketball coach during his long tenure. He joined the Eastern staff in 1945 after service with the Army during World War II. As a professional, Darling's activities included membership on the former Joint Committee of the U.S. Lawn Tennis Association and the American Association of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation for Improvement of Tennis Instruction in Colleges and Secondary Schools. Darling also served as tennis coach for the Pan-American Games trials in 1967 and was a member of the Olympic Rifle and Pistol committee in 1968. He has also served as national chairman of the NAJA Tennis Coaches' Section and was chairman of the District 20 in 1972. A native of Roanoke, Illinois, Darling received his B.S. degree from Illinois State University and M.S. from Indiana University. He also holds the degree of director of physical education from Indiana University. by Mike Cowling Dean Assuntes Head Football Post Jack W. Dean, a young man with a potentially great future, took over the reigns as head football coach in the summer of 1972 in an attempt to put life back into the hibernating Panthers. Dean, a former assistant coach, replaced Clyde Biggers, head coach since 1965. Biggers resigned from his post in July to accept the position of Director of Athletics at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Dean began coaching in the spring of 1966 when he worked with receivers at Northern Illinois in spring drills. Before coming to Eastern in 1969, Dean was on the coaching staff at James B. Conant High School, Hoffman Estates, and at Wisconsin State University-Whitewater. While in college, Dean lettered in football at Northern for four years. He was also team captain in 1964 and a member of the NCAA College Division National Champions in 1963. Dean played briefly with professional teams in two leagues: Richmond (Virginia) Rebels of the Continental League, and the Edmunten Eskimos, Canadian Football League. He once tied the NFL record for longest pass reception in an exhibition game on a 99-yard play. by Mike Cowling '73 WARBLER-59
Freshnten Help to Keep Eastern Cantpus 'Green' YA KNouJ~ I blttJ'T TKIN l\ I.'l) UI<G HA\JIN&A tRt;.SHMAN FOR A ROO!YlMATt B1Jr !?O .tAR "i''Vl?~ DOING fJI<.A y I. Somewhere in an old Eastern Illinois State Teachers College handbook from the late 1800's, there is a reference made to a group of students known as freshmen. According to the rules of order concerning this group, anyone holding membership was required to act as follows: "must act green (i.e. unknowing, confused, lost, bewildered, out of touch)." The freshman boy overcame this last obstacle after his first encounter with a kegger and a freshman girl. Of course, this entire passage from the handbook was printed at a time when Eastern was quite new and the entire campus consisted only of freshmen and no one really knew how freshmen were supposed to act. You see, it all started when Livingston C. Lord first opened the gates to Eastern (Lord was the first president and part-time 60-WARBLER '73 gatekeeper). Being new to the college game, Lord started out with nothing but freshmen and, as a result, they've been coming and going at a rapid pace ever since. Although, should you happen to stop a freshman, he probably wouldn't be able to tell you whether he was coming or going. It was also during this first administration that the instructors were credited with coining the phrase, "My Lord, look at all the freshmen!" Of course, things have changed since that time and now there are not only freshmen but also sophomores, juniors, seniors and a few grad students. But believe it or not, that old handbook rule is still in effect and the freshmen are upholding it quite religiously, not to mention a few upperclassmen, as well as a few instructors. There was talk at one time of erecting a statue commemorating all past, present, and futu freshmen. The statue was going be placed somewhere on camp where it would be nearly impossib to find unless you were hopeless} lost. The figure would have bee holding a compass in one hand an a map of the campus in the othe with a set of fake ID 's dangli from a back pocket. Inscribed on the front of th figure's Eastern sweatshirt woul have been the following immort words: "Give me your tired, you weird, your huddled messes, an $2,000 per student." (It was a extra-large sweatshirt-the kind tha fits your little brother after on washing.) The idea was fairly wei received, but the committee mad its big mistake when it gav notorious freshman Oliver C Greenstreaks the blueprint. Hi mission, which he decided t accept, was to carry the plans fro the Union to Old Main, a difficul task without a doubt Unfortunately, Oliver has neve been seen or heard from since. It was assumed that Ollie go caught in a between class rush an was misguided to an upper-leve class where he is still cowerin quietly in a closet. It was also rumored that he was carried off by a large dog. At any rate, the statue was never erected. However, the University decided it would be fitting if they fulfilled at least part of this worthwhile goal. Therefore, the University has instituted a program of maintaining the $2,000 charge per year for every student. Nevertheless, I want you to know that being a freshman takes a lot of doing and undoing, as well as quite a bit of perseverance. And no matter what anyone tells you, the first one or two years at any university are tough. If you don't believe me, just ask President Fite. But if you ask him, do so during the week. He goes home on the weekends! by V. Gene Myers
a. a. Steve Daugherty struggled to lift his books with a grimace and a groan at the Textbook Library. b. It was all smiles for students when they reached the door to McAfee. Those left waiting in the sun did not find the situation amusing. c. Some students talked with friends in order to forget the long, hot wait in the book line. Others stood still with arms folded in quiet anticipation of getting as far as the door. Students Patiently Inch Through Registration You've stood in the drop-add line twice now -two hours and 43 minutes yesterday and two hours today- but that doesn't matter now. You rationalized by telling yourself it was almost over. You clutched your fistful of computer cards. YOU COULDN'T BELIEVE IT!!! You got every course! b. Speech 272 at 1400. Am. Lit. 251 at .. 1400. -. ' ( .!. ' · , World Geog. 150 at ... 1400. Psych. 234 at .... AUGGHHH!!! Remember that drop-add week is National "BNTHCSSITBBOI" Week (Be Nice To Hysterical College Students Sobbing In The Back Booth Of Ike's). That wasn't quite the end of the story. You thought the worst was over-until you saw the BOOK LINE!!! c. 73 WARBLER-61
Osei-Agyen1an Con1petes for Ghana Eastern track star, Sandy Osei-Agyeman, paced his native Ghana team to a respectable showing in the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany- He participated in the 100-meter dash and the 400-meter relay. Agyeman qualified for the first two preliminary rounds of the 100-meter dash, but was eliminated after taking fourth place with a run of 10.7 seconds in the second round. In the 400-meter dash, Agyeman and his three teammates qualified for the second round only to be disqualified because of a .teammate's leg injury. At Eastern, the senior athlete holds a wide variety of records, among them a 9.3 mark for the 100-yard dash. The world record for the 100-yard dash is 9.1, which leaves Agyeman three-tenths of a second short of being the fastest human alive. A full ride scholarship and many Eastern friends were enough for Agyeman to decide to attend Eastern. During his high school days in Kumasi, Ghana, he participated in volleyball, soccer, and track. Before coming to America, he held numerous African track records and was considered one of Africa's top runners. The business finance major hopes to receive his Master's and maybe a Ph.D. before returning to Africa to seek a job. When he's not doing schoolwork and working out with the track team, Agyeman works part-time and spends his other free a Senior Sandy Osei-Agyeman holds the record at Eastern for the 100-yard dash with a mark of 9.3. b. Agyeman worked out often before facing the stiff competition at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany. c. Agyeman often discussed strategy with one of the track coaches. 62-WARBLER '73 a. time listening to music, which he has grown very fond of since coming to America. The poor judging and politics involved in the Olympics disturbed b. him somewhat.' "There will always be politics involved in the Olympics," he said, "but that's the way people are and you can't do much about it. It's a shame to see a dedicated athelete 's four years of hard work washed away by unfair judging." Agyeman plans to go to the 1976 Summer Olympics m Montreal, Canada as a more experienced and better athlete and he hopes to win a medal. According to Eastern's coaches, Agyeman has not yet reached his peak as a sprinter, but hard work will help him obtain his full potential. "I have to Improve on my consistency and coolness as an athlete," he said. "That's what I lacked at the Olympics. Sometimes I would run great, whereas other times I wouldn't." In 1976, Agyeman is a sure bet to run his full potential and he has just as good a chance as his competition to win a medal. by John Frantz c.
a.-c. Craft Qualifies for Fifth In Olyntpic Triple ·Juntp Triple-jumper John Craft represented the U.S. and Eastern in the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany. The final round of the triple jump proved to be one of · the tightest spread of final finishers in the history of the event. Craft, from Kankakee, took fifth in the triple jump with a mark of 55 '3W', only 1 '4" behind the Russian winner, Victor Sanoev. He wasn't happy with his performance because he felt that he could have won the event on any other day. "I beat the Russian in the qualifying round of the Olympics and in the track meet at Roanoke, Virginia. I just didn't have a good jump in the final round," he said. Craft, who holds the U.S: indoor triple jump record, has competed in several track meets in the last few years. These include the Pan-American, in which he took third, and the Roanoke, Virginia meet, which he won. The Eastern graduate is now teaching at Buzzard Laboratory School. He plans to receive his M.A. in physical education. He then plans to coach at a high school or possibly a junior college. In his high school career, Craft participated in basketball, cross-country, wrestling, and track. In his first year at Eastern, he ran the 100-yard and the long jump, which he also ran in high school. However, the Panther cindermen needed someone for the triple-jump event and Craft was chosen for the job. After many hours of hard work, he broke the school record and won most of his jumps against other schools. He is still the holder of the triple jump record of 53'9" at Eastern. C~aft felt that the Olympics was marred by the presence of prejudice against certain nations. " I don't think there's any solution to the d. unfair judging," he said, "but it could be helped if nationalism wasn't stressed as much. " Although he still continues to work out every day for two hours, he isn't sure if he will compete in the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montreal, Canada. "It's hard to plan that far ahead, but if I have the opportunity and can stay in shape, I will," he said. If he does compete in the 1976 Olympics, Craft predicts that he will win a medal because he will be jumping against the same people as he did this year. "I'll be much smoother and experienced for the next Olympics," he said. by John Frantz a.-c. John Craft, holder of the U.S. indoor triple jump record, practiced many hours before traveling to Munich, Germany for the 1972 Summer Olympics. d. Craft, an Eastern graduate, now teaches at the Buzzard Laboratory School. '73 WARBLER-53
Speakers Advocate At EIU Daniel Ellsberg, the first person to publish the Pentagon papers, and Ralph Nader, 20th century consumer advocate were both featured speakers this fall. Ellsberg explained to approximately 800 people in Lantz . why he had published the papers and what he had learned from them. Ellsberg said that one of the main reasons he published the papers was because "The government was not anxious to have it revealed that the Presidents were told that it (the war) was im effort against the Vietnamese people." Ellsberg was an author of part of the papers when he worked for the Rand Corporation. But in 1966 he went to VietNam, was disturbed by what he saw, and returned with a growing disillusionment with U.S. involvement in the war. Nader spoke to an audience of around 1,800, and stated that he feels consumer fraud is successful because people are not alert. Nader spoke not only on consumer problems, but also of problems the U.S. should not have. "We out-produce other nations and yet we are suffering from collective gluttony, national gluttony, and economic gluttony." Nader spoke enthusiastically about the newest project under construction-the Congressional review-a collection of studies done on U.S. Senators. When speaking of colleges Nader said, "There is a great deal of time wasted on campuses. Material taught does not relate to the kind of experience and energies students are involved in when not in school." by Debbie Archer 64-WARBLER '73 d. a. A crowd of 1,800 listened as Nader alerted them to consumer fraud. b. Nader spoke enthusiastically about the studies being done on U.S. Senators. c. Ellsberg explained why he published the Pentagon Papers. d. Ellsberg took time out to personally address this student. e. Nader stressed the need for students to relate school material to life. e.
Students Divided On Sentester Issue Perhaps the most important decision of University President Gilbert C. Fite's first year was the changeover from quarters to semesters, effective fall 1973. Instead of three quarters, Eastern will have fall and spring semesters, scheduled at approximately the same time as those of other Illinois institutions. The President cited many reasons for the change, including the use of a University calendar similar to those of other institutions, more regular vacations, more time to cover course material, and economy. Among other savings, semesters meant registering students twice instead of three times per year. The decision, which was agreed upon by student members of a review committee, stirred campus controversy and consternation. . There seemed to be little faculty opposition. However, students who will be caught midway during the changeover, particularly many juniors, were bitterly opposed. Underclassmen were also frequently displeased. Junior Marilyn Graf said, "I think it's a bad idea. You can cover as much in a quarter as in a semester: I've looked at the course descriptions and they're the same. One would be able to take a greater variety of courses with quarters, and besides, I just couldn't take some instructors for that much time." Freshman Madonna Kreuger pointed out that a new student cannot get a degree in three years by going to summer school if he started this year, because he will not have enough hours. She noted,"lt's going to mess me up." A long-term view was taken by Ron Wilson, also a freshman and a Student Senator. "It's such a hassle for the kids to change. But if it is going to benefit the University by saving money to put back into education, we should do it." Despite frequent reassurances· from the ad ministration and student leaders, student opinion generally ran against the switch out of fear of the consequences to the individual. President Fite spoke on WELH twice for call-in-your question sessions, while the Student Senate set up a committee to answer questions and deal with individual academic problems caused by the changeover. The switch meant big changes for the administration as well as the students. · Programs had to be rescheduled, each department had to have semester degree programs approved, the stude·nt teaching program had to be overhauled, and fees had to be distributed for semesters. Hours required for a degree were reduced from 184 quarter hours to 120 semester hours and courses will now have varying units of credit for more variety, according to Fit e. Tuition was scheduled to dip for the academic year. Following a survey of the summer school program, which concluded that the meager $10 tuition instituted by former President Quincy Doudna no longer pulled in more summer enrollment, it was decided to raise summer tuition. However, the overall tuition for the regular school year was reduced, and students will now pay equalized tuition. Those students caught in the changeover had nothing to fear, and may actually benefit from being caught in the middle, according to Vice President for Academic Affairs Peter L. Moody. Moody said that the certifying deans of various schools will have to grant special waivers to those upperclassmen unable to take certain needed courses as a result of the switch. Some may graduate without having to take all of the courses required under the quarter system, according to Moody. by ]anine Hartman '73 WARBLER-65
One Side Of Eastern Is Technical Did you think that the ground you covered daily from Coleman to Old Main was solid? Don't be too sure. Underneath Eastern's shrubbery and sidewalks the indispensable maintenance staff works, making needed repairs in a series of· tunnels which houses the heating system. Most students do not realize the importance of these people behind the scenes. The maintenance staff, along with 47. maids, 21 houseboys, 8 janitors, and 14 Security Police, keep the campus clean, protected, and in working order. Jim Davis, janitorial supervisor of the residence halls, admits that "the amount of work is often underestimated." However, Kenneth Cobble, Carman Hall janitor, feels that the staff -student relationship is "fine," and sees no b. 56-WARBLER '73 ···-·· ··---:···.._ _______ _ c.
f. problems. He also enjoys helping students with such problems as bicycle repairs. The Security Police are the vexation of many students, since they issue the par king tickets. However, students are often seen rapping with a security policeman, for a general feeling of trust and friendship exists. The 14 policemen work in three shifts during each 24-hour period. They continually patrol campus looking for trouble spots, check campus doors at night, and answer every call that is reported (including false fire alarms, panty raids, and "ambulance" service). Another service housed in the Security Office is one that every student deals with at some time. That is the Campus Information Center, where the operators answer to the number "nine." by Brian Farmer a. Maintenance work on campus was often less than glamorous. This man managed a smile as he looked up from his subterranean post, however. b. Officer Ken Glosser had to hurry before the sweltering sun got the best of his ice cream bar. c. Sheriff Paul Smith (left) congratulated Sergeant Bill Lang as he awarded Lang his diploma for a 20-week course in Advanced Basic Police Training. The course was offered through the East Central IUinois Law Enforcement Commission through the extension service of Lakeland Junior CoUege. Five other members of the Security Police Force also completed the course. d. Officer Ken Glosser didn't miss much with his mirrored sunglasses. Many students wished he had been colorblind when he found their blue-stickered cars in the red sticker parking lot. e. Litterbugs didn't have a chance when the groundsmen were on duty. f. Many students wondered who was on the other end of the line wh.en they dialed "9" for Campus Information. Miss Evelyn Jasper (left) held the phone and Mrs. Virgil Coats answered the other line. e. '73 WARBLER-67
Sororities Tip Hats to Derby Days The men of Sigma Chi held their annual Derby Days during the week of October 8-14, 1972. This year, Derby Days started on Sunday with the Sigs serenading the sororities. Cathy Robertson of Kappa Delta was picked as the Sigma Chi's 1972 Derby Darlin' at the Monday night banquet. Tuesday night all of the sororities gathered in the Sigs' c. 68-WARBLER '73 a. backyard for a hot dog and bean supper. The rest of the week was filled with various activities, including the annual Derby Chase. Games were held in McAfee on Saturday. The Sig Kaps and Delta Zetas tied for first place in the games. The Tri Sigs came in second, and the Sigma Kappas also received the spirit award. by Susie Sebright b.
e. a. Phil Keasler (left), decked as a sorority girl of the 50's, was escorted by his bearded Kappa Delta date. b. The "moon mark" was not indelible, but the sorority girls did not easily forget. c. Sue Schaefer, Sigma Kappa chairman, accepted the spirit trophy from Greg Schneider. d. Dave Hordesky held a cake from the Kappa Deltas. e. The Delta Zetas and the Sigma Kappas tied for the overaU trophy. f. Kevin SuUivan, decked by the Sigma Kappas, redefined the role of a lady. '73 WARBLER-69
WI 1aurlbleJr 913 IE<dlil tt«» 1rn CID.ll FACT: Eastern sports have suffered as seasons have passed, eliminating fans and reason for cheer. FACT: In the last three seasons, Eastern has won seven out of 30 football games. Four of these were won in the fall of 1971. FACT: Apathy has taken hold of Eastern fans to such an extent that advancement in athletics is questionable at present. While the gridmen are on the field tackling their opponent in the mud, many students are home watching the latest flick or visiting the local bars. Why aren't they out in the cold or in Lantz cheering for their team? Students claim that they are tired of losing. They want a team that rewards their support. They stay away from the games rather than watch their team get "slaughtered." Eastern is at a disadvantage athletically. Competition is tough; meeting a team that represents an enrollment of over 23,000, such as Northern Illinois, is a difficult challenge. Each season the teams set out psyched and determined, but they rarely attain their goals. With the passage of the $3 fee hike for athletics, perhaps the future holds promise for the Panther teams. But it's too bad that there can't be a hike in spirit. It would cost nothing, and the benefits of an enthusiastic crowd would be priceless. So, why not fill the stadiums, the fields, and courts and give the Panthers a fraction of the time and effort that they give Eastern? 70-WARBLER '73 Where Has All th
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A new coach, new players, and a new opponent gave the Panther football fans pre-season high hopes. However, when the final whistle blew, disappointment once again reigned since Eastern's record was 1-9. That one win was a 28-13 victory over Chicago Circle in the third game of the season. The new head coach in 1972 was Jack Dean, a previous assistant coach. The new opponent was the tough Quantico Marines, who wiped the Panthers 56-14. However, the Panthers probably felt better loosing to Quantico than to their old foe, Central Michigan, who whitewashed them 63-0. It was indeed a long and rugged year for the football players, but one that also had its bright spots. Despite nine setbacks, the Panthers played to win as they lost three of their contests by a total of only eight points. Probably the brightest star on the team was Nate Anderson, a slick -running halfback ' who gained small college All-American Honorable Mention honors. Anderson carried the ball261 times for 1 ,255 yards while crossing the goal line 10 times. Quarterback Joe Hume also had a good year, completing 86 of 193 passes for 1,214 yards and nine touchdowns. On the receiving end was the elusive Willie White who hauled down 49 aerials for 713 yards and eight touchdowns. As a team, the Panthers did not fare so well, as the statistics readily pointed out. Outscored 353-167 in 10 games, Eastern was also on the short end in the rushing department, 1,505 yards to 1,583 yards. In the passing department, 72-WARBLER '73 Gridders Trip and Fall a. b.
e. however, Eastern won the battle with 1 ,342 net yards to 1,286 for the opposition. Eastern receivers caught 100 passes, converting 10 of those into touchdowns. When the season finally ended, the Panthers started to look ahead to 1973, for they had little to look back on in the year just ended. by Mike Cowling a. A flying defensive Panther zeroed in, following a pass completion. b. Joe Hwne looked over his shoulder, while directing an offensive play. c. Hume prepared to connect on one of the 86 passes he completed in 1972. d. Head Coach Jack Dean (center) and his assistants pondered the next play. e. ROW l (left to right): B. Bell, R. Tsupros, G. Browne, W. White, J. Beccue, P. Schmit, L. Wilson-Co-Captain, J. Lewis-Co-Captain, M. Gebert, C. Barber, J. Hume, D. Doan, M. Morris, J. Quinn, G. Hunter. ROW 2: H. Gordon, D. Poremba, T. Chmielewski, M. Wilson, S. Elmore, B. Mitchell, M. Spaulding, A. Ratkewicz, R. Grossnickle, B. Stone, B. Elliott, J. Shannon, D. Hussey. ROW 3: F. Cobb, S. Mcintyre, R. Martin, B. Irving, A. Adair, R. Dahl, B. Bruns, G. Slack, J. Johnson, T. Martin, N. Descaro, G. Malan, A. Casavant, T. Frederick, B. Culp, R. Hargraves-Manager. ROW 4: M. Calvin, J. Falk, B. Drach, R. Pollen, D. O'Hara, G. Smith, H. Gamble, K. Hunt, T. Hagenbruch, D. Spaulding P. Perez, S. Shaddrix, N. Anderson, M. Fox, F. Spotser, B. Miller. '73 WARBLER -73
The 1972 soccer team reached its season's objective by receiving a bid to the NCAA Midwest College Division Tournament. They also recorded a successful 7-4-1 record for the year. Although the Panthers received the bid, they didn't advance further than the first game because of a 3-0 loss to Southern lllinois University at Edwardsville, who later went on to win the NCAA College Division Championship. In the first half of the season, the hooters were faced with a tough schedule, and their record dropped below the .500 mark. With six games under their belt, the Panthers then won four in a row to end the season on a happy mark. The high point of the season was the victory over Indiana University, which started the Panthers on their winning streak and snapped Indiana's at 19. Junior goalie Chuck Weisberg led the defense with a 1.4 goal per game average. Other leading defens~men were Bob Ceder, Paul Engelmeyer, and John Polacek. The offense was led by halfback Tony Durante, who combined 12 goals and one assist for a total of 13 points.· by] ohn Frantz a. Senior Tony Durante, who has been chosen AU-American for the past three years, planned an offensive attack during a practice sessioJL b. AU-American Gerardo Pagnani was a stand out for the hooters at midfield. c. An offensive rally was turned back by the headshot of this Blackburn College defenseman. John Polacek faced him, planning his next strategic offensive move. d. Coach Fritz Teller was always on the scene with advice and words of encouragement. 74-WARBLER '73 Booters Get NCAA Bid c.
d. lii . .. ... f. e. g. e. The l972 _soccer team. ROW l (left to right): Coach F. Teller, A. Galvan, P. Engelmeyer, S. Hyndman, C. Weisberg, R. Marmor, j. Bilocerkowycz, S. Higgins,~· Matthew, P. Cuypers. ROW 2: C. Mosma, B. Ceder, E. Wisne~d. G. Pagnani, j. Polacek, E. Zacheis, J. Keyes, T. Durante. ROW 3: F. Peralta, R. Tucci, B. Casey, j. Onsongo, j. Thiel, P. Sullivan. f. Chuck Weisberg paused with the ball, waiting for the referee's decision. · g. Joe Onsongo and a Blackburn player battled for possession of the ball, while Ed Wisneski (left) and another Blackburn rival observed. h. Durante worked his way toward the opponent's net. h. '73 WARBLER-75
Eastern's durable cross-country squad fashioned an impressive dual meet record in 1972 as they reeled off seven straight victories following two early season defeats to finish at 7-2. After losing narrowly to Southeast Missouri and lllinois State, Coach Tom Woodall's crew rolled past Loyola, Northern Illinois, Wisconsin-Parkside, Bradley, Augustana, Southeast Missouri, and Western illinois before entering post-season competition. In the NCAA College Division Championships, in which 418 runners and 58 teams competed, the Panther distance men put on a tremendous performance to finish in seventh place. North Dakota State captured first in the competition with a low of eight points, while the Panthers were only 22 points behind at 30. The cross-country Panthers competed in two other events during the year, one being the Illinois State Championships. There, Eastern came up with several outstanding individual performances to capture fourth place behind front-running Southern lllinois University. The Panthers also competed in the Notre Dame Invitational and once again displayed their long distance prowess with a 15th place finish in the 30 team event. Bowling Green of Ohio set the pace in the invitational for the 285 runners present. Showing great promise for the future was the Panther Junior Varsity cross-country team. In three dual meets, they prevailed undefeated. by Mike Cowling 76- WARBLER '73 Harriers Finish Fast a. b. c.
d. e. g. f. a. Ken Jacobi crossed the finish line following another strong performance. b. Walt Crawford rounded the bend on his way to the home stretch. c. The 1972 Panther cross-country team. ROW l (left to right): M. Lar8on, R. Lancaster. ROW 2: R. Livesey, B. Timson, J. Dickey, W. Crawford, J. Dickey, B. Taber, G. Fredrickson, M. Novotny, L. Bovard. ROW 3: J. Fehrenbacher-Graduate Assistant, B. Lareau, K. Jacobi, J. McGrath, D. Nance, B. Been, R. Bowman, D. Childers, K. Burke, K. Jacobi, T. Woodall-Coach. d. This runner made a fruitless attempt to catch the leaders. e. Two Panthers battled desperately for first place. f. Glenn Frederickson ran all alone on the gruelling cross-country course. g. These four harriers believed that practice makes perfect. '73 WARBLER - 77
Soccer EIU OPP. EIU OPP. Wisconsin -Platteville 3 1 Indiana State 14 17 Missouri-St. Louis 1 4 Wisconsin-Milwaukee 16 17 Harris Teachers College 2 1 Chicago Circle 28 13 Quincy College 1 2 illinois State ll 38 Northern lllinois University 2 0 Evansville University 20 31 Western illinois 2 2 Central Michigan 0 63 Florissant Valley 0 2 Southwest Missouri 37 41 Indiana University 3 2 Quantico Marines 14 56 Chicago Circle 3 0 Central Missouri 14 35 Wisconsin-Parkside 7 1 Western illinois 13 42 Blackburn College 2 0 Southern illinois-Edwardsville 0 3 EIU OPP. Records Southeast Missouri 32 23 illinois State 29 26 Loyola (Chicago) 15 50 Northern illinois 17 44 Football: l-9 Wisconsin-Parkside 23 38 Bradley University 19 40 Soccer: 7-4-l Augustana 23 33 Cross-Country: 2-7 Southeast Missouri 20 41 Western illinois 23 32 NCAA College Division Championships 7th out of 58 teams 78-WARBLER '73
erardo b. Pagnani Born Gerardo Pagnani began playing soccer before he began to walk some people say, but whether or not this is true, the fact remains clear that Pagnani was born with soccer written on both feet. A native of Italy, where soccer claims as much national participation as baseball or football in the United States, Pagnani led Eastern's soccer team to a 7-4-l record in 1972 while being named All-American by the National Soccer Coaches' Association for the third year in a row. From his fullback position, a. Gerardo Pagnani practiced kicking the ball for an upcoming game. In 1972, he led the team to a 7-4-1 season despite an annoying ankle injury. b. Pagnani (right) prepared for an upcoming soccer match. for Soccer Pagnani, along with long-time friend and teammate Tony Durante, led the Panthers to the NCAA Midwest Regional play-offs. Both Pagnani and Durante hailed from Edmunton, Alberta, where they were star players in high school. Although slowed by an ankle injury suffered while trying out for the Canada National Team prior to his last year at Eastern, Pagnani held hopes of a possible shot in the professional ranks, as Dallas and Miami of the North American Soccer League showed interest in him. "If I am offered enough money to play in the pros, I will take a shot at it," Pagnani stated. "But if not I would like to teach physical education and eventually coach soccer." At Eastern Pagnani majored in physical education with a minor in health education. He student taught at Charleston High School and at the time entertained the thought of returning to Eastern to complete graduate work. "I always liked to be alone before a game," Pagnani once said. "I kind of withdrew from everyone else an hour or two before each game to think about the upcoming contest-" In preparing for a soccer tilt, Pagnani emphasized skill work. "I used to get the ball and juggle it around and run sprints. I think I had to work the most on my head shot though, because it always seemed to give me the most trouble." "I had four wonderful years at Eastern," Pagnani reminisced. "The teachers were nice and the whole place made me feel like I was at hol'l'e. The crowds at the games weren't always large, but when a fan came once he usually came back again." by John Frantz '73 WARBLER-79
A decade ago, the Intramural Department offered a program of 15 sports activities. In 1973, the Intramural Department consisted of 33 sports activities, an increase of more than 50 per cent in 10 years. The intramural program involved two-thirds of the males on campus, and the 1973 goal is to involve one-half of the female students as well. New sports in the 1973 intramural curriculum were co-recreational basketball, co-recreational badminton, and racquetball for men. Support for the co-recreational programs was particularly enthusiastic. In conjunction with the University Board, the Intramural Department plans to provide a loan service of recreational gear. The program would allow any Eastern student to borrow equipment upon showing a validated ID. Tents, cooking utensils, and canoes are some of the items they hope to provide by the fall of 1973. The Intramural Department also plans to arrange weekend camp-outs for students when the equipment is available. a. Intramural weightlifting was enjoyed throughout the year. This participant executed a bench press with some help from a spotter. b. The Kappa Deltas and the Alpha Gams enjoyed a game of flag football, one of the many intramural activities offered for girls. c. A member of an independent intramural soccer team positioned himself to kick the baD. d. Senior Jane Bloomer tried to outrun an infield hit. e. Sigma Chi Bruce Hunt paced his competitors in an intramural cross-country meet. f. A sorority girl jumped to receive a pass from one of ller sisters in a game of flag football. SO-WARBLER '73 lntraDtural Depart01ent Adds More Activities b.
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Males Join To Cheer Panthers Male cheerleaders added a new dimension to Panther boosting this season. Led by senior Doug Craig, the male cheerleaders added spirit to the home football and basketball games. The men performed cheerleading routines and joint routines with the varsity female cheerleaders. This year, the men did gymnastics, pyramids, comedy, and barbershop routines for the amusement of the spectators. Next season, it is planned that the varsity male and female cheerleading squads will be incorporated into a single squad. Although there are no specific requirements other than a 2.00 grade average for being a male cheerleader, interested men should have some gymnastics ability. by Anita Behrends 82-WARBLER '73 b.
ink Panthers Provide Entertainntent Led by co-captains Lora Hammond and Ann Schoettler, the Pink Panthers provided rhythmic half time entertainment with choreographed pompom routines. The squad consisted of 16 coeds who performed at home football and basketball games and served as ball girls for the baseball and soccer teams. The Pink Panthers also sold programs and pep buttons. In order to be a Pink Panther, a girl must be at least a second quarter freshman with a 2.00 grade average. Tryouts are held in the spring and the fall. by Anita Behrends a. VARSITY CHEERLEADERS (left to right) Females: S. Rodden, J. Serdar, K. Harro, D. Iverson. B. Bellm. C. Mayer, B. McKinney, C. Wintersteen, L. Kunkel. Males: G. Smyser, J. Fisher, K. Rodgers, J. Tonkovich, B. Raskin, D. Poremba, D. Williams, T. Roberts. b. JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS (counter-clockwise) J. Jones, K. Ci&on, M. Demmin, C. Raymond, G. Lindley, J. Milanovich, A. Fischer. c. PINK PANTHERS Row l (left to right): T. Elliott, L. Hammond, A. Schoettler, M. Davey. ROW 2: E. Robinson, L. Hansen, P. Palmer, T. Hansen, J. Hulska, L. Culumber, L. Leder. ROW 3: J. Scott, C. Christensen, K. Baker, P. Benjamin, L. Gallis, K. Pepping. L. Berra. d. The Pink Panthers performed during half times of home football and basketball games. CC!ffi ~~wn~~cdl ~IT'~ IP 1nm Ik IP ~Im ttlffi ~ w ~
Blood Drive · • In the Bag for Blood lines usually tell people if they're truly pedigreed or not; but twice a year, blood lines at Eastern told the Bloodmobile that they were filling up with something besides Gulf No-N ox. Yes, the Eastern students who usually don't lose blood unless they fall off a bar stool and hit their head on the rail, found it within their reach to donate blood for a worthy cause. Of course there were a lot of students who didn't donate even though the Bloodmobile usually filled its quota on each visit. I am sure the students who didn't donate weren't holding back because they didn't want to donate, but more reasonably because they were afraid. Although it didn't hurt (a lot less than pa · g tuition a.nd fees if you didn't h ve scholarship), it was more like sight of your own blood d ff into that little plastic l~~ -~'" the nurses _..,. .,......,... only to lie • o Trausylvania) but yourself. all, the nors are always rewar e 'tfi cookies and punch, and if you happened to show an affection for the floor, they rewarded you with your own cot. Not only did the Red Cross give their bloodletting friends food, they gave a little sticker with a red cross on it that said "I GAVE:" this sticker was handy to stick on your arm to stop the bleeding. They also gave you a little plastic pin in the shape of a drop of blood. With the little pin, you could make yourself 84-WARBLER '73 a. This student answered questions concerning her medical history at one of the stations on her way to give blood. b. Giving blood was the beginning of a romance for Walt Howard and his wife. They met while giving blood in the Union and were married a year later. c. Bea Matiers felt no pain as she pricked bleed whenever you wanted probably whenever you didn't But now that I have you interested in giving blood, I'd to remind you that there's a C Dracula movie on tonight. Although he never much of a donor himself, the C was one of the first in the field drum up donors. Dracula really made it in the field medicine, however, due to unorthodox technique. The may not get you in the mood giving blood, but it'll sure you appreciate the method they on campus. So the next time Bloodmobile is in town, drop and say "hello" or if you're bold say "Count me in." by V. Gene M the arm of this donator. d. Many students were relieved blood donating was over, but they proud to see the pint bag filled with blood. e. Ear pricking to obtain a small of blood was one of the steps in process of donating blood.
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c. Fantily Affairs S oggy umbrellas ... Do c Severinsen in silver sequins and denim ... 17-16 loss to University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee . .. quiet candlelight dinner ... hiding your e mpt y S trawb e rr y Hill bottl es . . . makin g y our bed . . . PARENTS' WEEKEND!!! Doc Severinsen and his Now Generation Brass Band put on a vibrant two hour gig, entertaining a ca pa c ity c rowd . Enthu siasm generated as sounds varying from "Get Ready" to "I Believe in Music" filled Lantz, October 23. A candlelight buffet in the U ni o n pr o vid e d a r e laxe d atmosphere for warm reflections on the day's activities. by Janet Chew 86-WARBLER '73 a. This father conversed with his daughter in Andrews HaD lounge. b. Welcoming signs appeared on campus. c. Severinsen was great in feathers. d. Doc's trumpet sounds amplified the gym. e. Doc's daughter (center) and the "Today's Children" helped to make concert superb. f. This former member of "Golddiggers," a dance and song joined "Today's Children."
j. f. i. g. Doc proved his ability as a musician. h. Dad and Mom got a taste of what it's like to wait in a registration line. i. One of the best "dates" of the year was when Dad arrived for Parents' Weekend and politely opened the doors. j. Severinsen impressed parents. '73 WARBLER- 87
88-WARBLER '73 a. a. Cyncli Blair, Homecoming Queen, was driven past the crowd during half time. b. The Pink Panthers performed a variety of numbers during half time. c. Eastern's marching band performed a routine to "Jesus Christ Superstar." d. The Sigma Pi "Viking Ship" was awarded first place in the fraternity division. e. Taylor's house dec was vandalized to such an extent that it could not be repaired. f. Delta Zeta captured first place in the sorority division with "Jungle Fever." g. As the court was driven down the sidelines, the cheerleaders freed hundreds of balloons.
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d. e. If a poll had been taken on campus to determine the most outstanding weekend throughout the 1972-73 school year, the response undoubtedly would have been Homecoming weekend. The campus came alive with colorful, creative house decs which visitors approached in awe. The Temptations gave a splendid performance at the Friday night concert. Their rhythmical steps kept eyes glued with amazement at their perfect timing. While the concert continued, other homecomers were entertained by the Homecoming plays "Lovers" and "Adaptations." There were so many activities such as alumni teas, the football game, dances, concerts, and plays that everyone was sure to find something to please him. a. The Temptations set the pace of their concert with defined steps. b. With hands on hips, these members of the Temptations sang "Papa Was a Rolling Stone." c. Terri Berns steadied the ladder while Sue Duffek put finishing touches on the Al~ha Gam house dec. d. This boy adapted very well to the rules of the game of life in the Homecoming play," Adaptations." e. Residents of Thomas Hall appreciated help from Cyndi Blair as they worked to fmish their house dec. '73 WARBLER-91
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e. {. g. a.-b. Robin Loring led Pem Hall residents in the Cha.rleston, and later joined in a rock and roll dance with President Gilbert C. Fite. c. The antics of · tlie Panther football team caused the cheerleading squad to go head over heels. d. This Panther fought the offensive hand of his Illinois State op.,Onent in order to keep a secure hold on the football. e. Homecoming candidates applauded the Panther football team previous to the announcement of the queen and her court. f. Cr.ndi Blair reached down to the "little man ' who held her cape, while her other assistant held the crown at the Homecoming coronation. g. Miss Blair, a happy and excited art major from Paris, Illinois, paused for a moment during her busy weekend. '73 WARBLER - 93
Dick Gregory Will Never Fast Again Dick Gregory, professional comedian, spoke to over 500 people in McAfee Gymnasium on Monday, October 30. He commented on several issues, including the Viet Nam war, the power of the Blacks, and President Nixon. Gregory, who had vowed to fast till the end of the Viet Nam war, said that he will never fast again even "if they were fighting in my house." If another war started, he said, "I would go to Howard Johnson's and eat until it's over." Gregory maintained that he spends an estimated 98 per cent of his time on college campuses. From his observations, he felt that the students had a heavy burden left on their shoulders by the older generation. He cautioned, "Never again let old men decide where young men are gonna die." Speaking of America, Gregory said, "Anybody who can't see that America's insane has got problems himself." He described the mentality level of America as "beer-drinking . and pretzel-chewing." Gregory stated that the Blacks have gained more recogmhon during the Nixon administration than in the previous 14 years under the Democrats. "We got this in spite of Richard Nixon, not because of Richard Nixon," Gregory added. by Debbie Archer a.-c. Dick Gregory commented on numerous current issues to a crowd of over 500 on Monday, October 30. Gregory, who vowed to fast until the end of the VietNam war, vowed that he was through with fasting as a protest to war. c.
b. Traditional HC Parade Elintinated Eastern's 1972 Homecoming found the traditional parade to be a dream, rather than a reality. The parade, a tradition since 1915, was scrapped in favor of house dec competition, according to Dan Craig, University Board Homecoming coordinator. In addition to the expense, another factor in the parade cancellation was the October 6 date, which fell two weeks after Parents' Weekend, too soon for adequate preparation for both parade and house dec entries. Craig said, "I have to accept the responsibility. It was my decision." Craig said that he discussed the cancellation with Associate Dean of Student Activities, Warren Wilhelm, Wilhelm's successor, Bill Clark, and University Board Chairman, Don Vogel. According to Craig, his main reason for the decision was the withdrawal of the Greeks from the parade. The Greeks' decision was mainly based on the rising costs of materials, and the lack of flat beds and barns in which to build the floats. The 1972 Homecoming committee plans to try to reinstate the parade in 1973. by Debbie Archer a. Homecoming parades have been an Eastern tradition since 1915. Some of the first pictures of the parade to appear in the Warbler were taken in 1940. The top row included the faculty Saddle Club section and the Speakers' Club, while the center row was the Art Club's "Daubin and Dobbin" and Bobby Quinn steerin* the prize-winning Players' "Showboat. The bottom row included the Industrial Arts Club's entry "Cut Out Red Birds" and "Pem Hall in the Running." b. The last Homecoming queen to ride in a parade was Brenda Book (center), who appeared with her court in 1971. '73 WARBLER-95