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1994 TOWER
MELISSA WAZ LAURIE DOERR
JEFF JACOBS
ED COMETZ
TONY DEMATIO
KELLIE BRENNAN
ADAM BOLTON JOANNE GONZALEZ JEANNETTE DUNCAN
STAFF:
- EDITOR
- ASST. EDITOR GRAD. ADVISOR
- PHOTO EDITOR
- SPORTS
- STUDENT LIFE
- PHOTOGRAPHY
- ORGANIZATIONS
- BUSINESS MGR.
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In the different sections, we tried to gather prominent information and pertinent quotes from students. We collected enlightening stories for you to always enjoy.
The book begins with Student Life because of the important role it plays in our lives. Academics is the next section. All the colleges are included along with their organizations and activities they are involved with. Sports follows and included in this section are action-packed photos, team rosters and records. GO GATORS!!! Many of our teams captured SEC titles. Organizations and Greeks captures the student clubs with member information. This section sheds positive light on all the groups that provide so much support for our community. The senior photos follow. Both Fall 1993 and Spring 1994 graduates are included as well as graduates and undergraduates.
We hope the memories from the 1994 year can be brought "Back in Action" for you.
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This was an eventful year in our lives. With the election of President Bill Clinton, new bills and reforms were passed, such as the Health Care Reform Bill and NAFTA. Locally, events were equally important. The Gator football team won the SEC Championship and the Gator basketball team went all the way to the final Four!
Movie theaters were packed with students anxious to see blockbuster hits such as Jurassic Park, The firm, and Sleepless in Seattle. December 1 was world AIDS Day. Candlelight vigils and 34th Street Wall paintings took place to remember those who have died of this terrible disease and to help their friends and loved ones unite.
The new Student Recreation Center held groundbreaking and plans for new parking garages at the O'Dome were drafted. The "Back in Action" theme represents the fact that this year will be unsurpassed for many reasons and the action will carry over to the following classes of students.
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Partying all night, cramming for exams, playing practical jokes, and going to football games is the mental picture that many people have of UF students. Although this stereotype is somewhat exaggerated, it certainlv imDlies
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It happens to almost all students. As the time to return to school approaches, we start to wonder: Who's my roommate?
Then, the fatal (or maybe not-so-fatal) day arrives. And ultimately, only three outcomes can exist.
(I) You love your roomie.
(2) You hate your roomie.
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For those who love their roommate, not only g will "home" be a cool place to be, but your roommate will grow to be one of your best friends. Late nights chats and morning runs rank as some favorite roommate activities.
First-year student Curt Burns said, "Sure, I was nervous at first, but my roommate and I have become pretty good friends."
Opposing such good fortune stand
Sometimes roommates ptired by the Division of loosing became the best of friends. Ih.sc student share their spare lime together.
roommates who can't stand each other. With small living quarters in dorms, disliking a roommate could make "home" a stressful place.
"It was bad enough to be put in a triple dorm, but it's even worse when you don't get along with either roommate," Debbie Lang said.
Finally, the third situation could prove to be the most beneficial.
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timate & Charlotte Antonelli said, "No tension, no wondering, no
worrying. What more could you ask for?"
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Education major lana Baker said, "The only bad thing about having a roommate is sharing a room smaller than the one you have at home with a stranger."
No matter which situation students found themselves in, they made adjustments to get through the year. Jessica DeLong
Ibe best way to survive the year vith a roommaLe is keeping a friendly disposition. These roo lnies hai it tip lot Ihe calne'l..
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Not all roommrates could express their mutsical talent 11his student worked out a time hie could practice his guitar without annoying his roominic.
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Walking back from the library, about 100 students can occasionally be seen with blankets and sleeping bags. They listen to music, talk and try to study on the concrete out side of Constance Theater.
To the casual observer it might seem like a gigantic slumber party or a meeting of i n s o m n i a c s . However, any knowing student realizes concert tickets go on sale the " following day. Determined to get the best possible seats, students camp out with friends all night long.
When Sophomore Marci Alessi was asked why she sleeps on the colonnade for concert tickets she replied, "Tom Petty, he's just an incredible performer."
Even with ticket prices exceeding $20, students flock to concerts to hear the music
and be part of the excitement. But many students take caution in selecting events to attend. Unless a band meets personal standards, then not many students willingly will give up their pizza money to buy tickets. The occasional free concerts, such as Midnight Oil, sponsored by Student Government Productions are the most popular with students trying to maintain a budget.
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Duncan Ross attended the Depeche Mode concert October I. "1 was right there. I have always liked them and it was really cool," he said.
Throughout the year, U.F.'s size and facilities attract national performers and recording artists, such as Depeche Mode, Tom Petty and Spike Lee, to come perform for the best audience in the country--the University of Florida student body. Adam Bolton
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Students not only crammed their bedroom into a suitcase, but some also brought a living part of home to UF.
"I miss Cupcake curling up on top of my feet while I was sleeping," Education major lana Baker said about her fat alley cat.
Some students ran into problems with pet restrictions.
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apartments permitted pets as I m315 Cu long as a dog didn't chew up the blinds curling uI or a cat didn't use feet the carpet as a litter box.
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complexes even required a pet deposit and proof of having a "pooper-scooper."
The Division of Housing allowed small pets as hamsters and gerbils. Also, exotic birds, within a specific weight restriction, could reside in the halls.
Yet, many students in residence halls
It's important to not keep an animal caged everyday all day long. Tbis student takes her hamster out into the hallway.
managed to keep their reptiles, like snakes and iguanas, in hiding.
Many students brought their pets to the Plaza of the Americas for a walk. Whether between classes or in the evening, students could be seen playing with their pets.
Scott Builes, from Ocala, said, "Students who bring their dogs to The Plaza should be required to have a .ake leash and pooperscooter."
on top of Some students living alone relied on dogs to determine the danger of noises.
Although big
dogs are great protection from would-be intruders, I would draw the line at a 200 pound pit bull.
And definitely no gators unless a large man with a bow and arrow wearing crimson and gold feathers is trying to break in. Melissa Collins & Adrienne Scarfone
Students living in residence halls could have a variety of caged pets. Hamsters, rabbits, gerbils and mice all qualified.
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Gainesville Regional Transit provided bus service throughout campus. Unfortunately, many students had to wait for more than one bus before they could ride.
Whether just leaving campus to eat dinner or traveling to an apartment, students often resorted to a mode of transportation other than their feet.
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A parking permit does not entitle you to a spot, but gives permission for you to hunt for one, most students and faculty agree.
The parking administration distributed an estimated 29,000 parking permits averaging $54. Yet, campus only housed 19,000 parking spaces.
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spend their money m o W on one large parking r i n a I facility which will also accommodate their future needs," Scott Builes said.
Some students believed riding the bus would eliminate the extra time spent hunting for a parking space.
But many students found they often had to wait for a second or third bus to come to fit everyone waiting.
Sophomore Nikki Bowman, from Ocala, lived in University Commons and relied on the bus to get to campus. One day, the bus broke down en route causing her to miss her classes.
Still others opted to cycle. As with parking lots, students found bike racks to be
overcrowded.
With the racks
full, especially outside G.P.A. (Turlington i iHall), students left their bike next to the t a rack with their U-lock around the rear wheel and bike frame.
student Ashley Tappin said, "Roller blading is more fun then riding a bike and better exercise." Skateboards and mopeds served as yet other alternatives.
When in doubt, students stuck to frick & frack, tom & jerry, or any other nickname their feet earned. Adrienne Scarfone &
Heather Kelley This student decides to take a break from riding his bike. Many students used the open grassy area of the Plaza of the Americas to sit and enjoy good weather.
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Eating stands high on the priority list of any college student.
The Gator Dining Service operated 18 different eateries on campus: Orange & Brew, Union Street Snack Bar, Arredondo Room, The Racquet Club, Union Street Cafe, Graham Oasis, Tolbert 1906 Club, Broward Beach, Little Hall Express Shop, Bruton Geer, I Can't Believe It's Yogurt, Beaty Breadbasket, Graham Cracker, Finish Line, Little t' Caesar's, Dunkin' Donuts and the Sun Terrace.
In spring, a Taco Bell, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Dounkin' Donuts and an I Can't Believe It's Yogurt opened in the HUB.
From a buffet brunch in the Arredondo Room to a microwavable snack from the Little Hall Express Shop, students had a vast assortment of foods to satisfy their hunger.
The Hare Krishna Plaza of tile Americas Prasadam (sanctilied food) )istribution Program attracted iany students. These students wait for the free food.
Sorority and fraternity members usually went home to their house for dinner.
Whether in an apartment kitchen or a residence hall floor kitchen, all students had an opportunity to cook their meals. But, a majority chose to eat out.
With extra fast food meals came a careful outlook on exercise.
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Elementary Education o s s major lana Baker said, "Hopefully I don't have to worry about the freshmen 15 since I live on the fourth floor."
Junior William Rauch, still undecided upon a major, enjoys working out to keep in shape.
"I like the recreation center, but I still don't understand why you need a full-sized towel just to enter the building." Adrienne Scarfone
Gator Dining facilities often provided an atmosphere to catch up on the news or chat with a friend. Students could deposit any amount of money on the Gator-one Card to be used at the 18 on campus eateries.
Each residence hal floor had a kitchen. This student prepares a meal rather than grabbing a bite out.
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If you devote much of your time and energy to developing the perfect body, welcome to the '90's.
"I think a lot of people are getting in shape more because there are so many options," Nutrition and Dietetics Senior Jenny Roundy said.
"These days, people exercise at all different levels, places and degrees to meet their own needs. Students are realizing there's not just one single exercise to stay in shape, but a number of routines to choose from. For example, my exercise routine varies from Stairmaster, lifting weights, rollerblading, aerobic dance and stadiums," she said.
The Student Recreation and Fitness Center offers a variety of recreation and fitness programs that help promote a healthy and free
Thc fitness center provided a va1st assortmoent of (xeris(e equipment aind fitti(ss pro raoins. 'Ibis student works ot Ionirg his )ody.
lifestyle for UF students. The College of Health and Human Performance and Student Government both fund the center. At the center, students can take part in basketball, racquetball, volleyball, squash and aerobics classes.
One of the center's exercise specialists, Lisa Gadonnieux said, "To meet the demands of students, there will be another recreation center opening in Fall 1994." all 994. 11U p o n completion, the 60,000 square foot building will include four basketball and volleyball courts, a 6,000 square foot strength and conditioning room as well as a 4,000 square foot aerobic and martial arts center."
The new facility will be located near the Performing Arts Center and Harn Museum. Neil Thein
Whether to let off academic stress or just to keep in shape, students looked 1o physical ctivilies. These goiys spend an1 alernoon ,ii tll. colrl.
To USC lte equipment offered by the rec center, students needed their ID card and a towel. I'liese students work oti their muscle tone.
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Hands on experience is an important factor in surviving the real world. Internships provide that necessary experience.
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One of the most valuable assets of education comes through hands-on experience.
In a time of extreme job competition, employers look for graduates with extra smarts beyond textbook knowledge.
Internships provided students with the practical experience necessary to have an edge in the job market.
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Department of Recreation, Parks and Tourism, in the College of Health
aIn d H um aIn Performance, requires all of its students to intern the semester prior to graduation.
"It's difficult to grasp the fact that these seniors are sometimes so unorganized when they come in to the office," Adrienne Scarfone, a student assistant in the department's advising office, said.
Leslie Everett participates in the
Nursing internship. In her clinical lab course, at North Florida Regional Hospital, Everett works closely with the patients.
Her goal is to become an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner.
"Helping people to have a more pleasant time during their stay at the hospital is the easiest part of my labwork," Everett said.
Political Science major Scott Builes said, "Internships may be valuable experience, but they're useless if you don't know the technical work first." As an alternate form of internship, The Independent Florida Alligator held an open house to allow students to meet the staff. Upon request, students could take an assignment. This provided journalism students with valuable clips. Adrienne Scarfone & Amy Tucker
Working with the University television station gives UF's reporters the upperhand in dealing with the media in all aspects.
Ibette Pena, Martin Weiss and Jon Brodsky enjoy the freedom of their own apartment in which they can study, in somewhat of peace and quiet.
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"Where do you live?"
Whether a dorm, fraternity or sorority house, or apartment, students called it home for nine months.
Some students live off campus in apartments like The Polos and The Gardens. Or private student residences as Oakbrook Walk or The Courtyards.
M o s t a p a r t m e n t complexes offer work-out centers and privacy. But, students also have to deal with utility and cable bills.
Walking distances of living on campus attracts almost 7,000 students to live in residence halls. Activities such as "mudfest" add to the benefits.
Reaching a decision requires careful deliberation. Some students find it helpful to make up a pro and con list.
Students who live in residence halls find almost everything conveniently located.
Freshman Allison Miller said, "Living on campus is the way to go. Five minutes until class and you can make it with no problem."
For many students, the main reason for wanting to live in an apartment lies in privacy and wanting your own bathroom.
Carl Pizzarello said, "Sure, it's a pain to get to campus early to get a parking space, but I wouldn't live in a dorm for anything."
Taking a different perspective, 22-year-old Agriculture Communications major Nikki Rogers, from Okechobee, said, "Apartment life is a major adjustment for me because I have always lived in the country. In an apartment, my neighbors can hear everything!" Brian Huffman & Jessica DeLong
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From one freshman to another:
We're finally here! We made it through the SATs, college applications and now we're here at UF. We're officially baby Gators and what could go wrong?
Well... Being a freshman is never fun. We remember our high school freshman days without much fondness.
Those first couple of days we could never find our classes and couldn't
even find the C u t y cafeteria with out asking for directions.
By the time
we were seniors, with all of our privileges, we had forgotten our ninth grade year. All the underclassmen looked up to us, we were allowed off campus and could drive to school in our cars.
The summer after graduation, we all
Alpha Phi Omega, a national fraternity, provides information from class schedules to directions to any inquiring passer-by. "T7heir office sat behind Turlington
exposing them to a flood of students.
looked forward to Preview and starting classes.
But, what about gaining the freshmen 15 pounds? What if I can't find my classes or have to go through drop/add?
In a school of more than 38,000, how obvious would it be that we were freshmen?
With campus maps aside, we pretty much blend in and look like an average college student.
So our fall
s from senior to freshman again would be bearable, we found out soon enough.
With all the
clubs to join, events to watch or participate in, and our new freedom, we all can find a place for ourselves in this university.
Besides, the best thing about being a freshman is that we have three more years in Gator Country. Coleen Bowen
For most students, college is the first time of separation form home and friends for an extended period of time. This student takes the time to write letters.
Many high schools only exposed their students to the class room atmosphere. This professor takes class outside to the Plaza of the America.s.
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Pressure by family, teachers or peers should be disregarded when choosing a major.
Unfortunately, some students cannot overcome these pressures and wind up in a profession they detest.
Choosing a major may be a tough decision, but the student must take a stand. For example:
M om's a lawyer. Dad's a lawyer. Even both sets of grandparents are lawyers. Your whole life, whether you wanted to or not, it's been so deeply embedded in your mind that you decide to follow the law school sequence.
One day, walking home from political science class you realize law is not the future you want.
So what if you and your siblings have been playing court since you could talk, it's
not what you want anymore.
With all the general education requirements under your belt, all that you need are prerequisites again.
The call goes home to mom and dad: "Hi guys, it's just me. Just thought I might tell you I'm ah... changing majors.--So how are things?"
This sends shock through the generations, but in the end they all support you. Plus, they are all there when you graduate and receive a degree in ancient musical therapy. "One of the toughest parts of college is finding a major you wish to pursue. You may think you know what you want to do and the next day you may change your mind. That's why I'm still undecided," still undecided Junior William Rauch said. drienne Scarfone & Kellie Brennan
While doing homework, this student decides whether the course material interests him or not. Many student chtnged majors after realizing they did not elijoy the subject chosen.
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The Australian band INXS rocked the O'Connell Center on Nov. 6 as part of Homecoming week. Band members Michael Hutchence, Andrew Farriss, Tim Farriss, Jon Farriss, Kirk Pengilly and Garry Gary Geers played to a near capacity (and extremely active!) audience. INXS was touring in support of their new release "Dirty Honeymoon." The crowd enjoyed the new material, but they really got rockin' when INXS performed their older selections. The audience was on their feet, in the aisles and dancing in front of the stage for Need You Tonight, Kick, Devil Inside, Suicide Blonde, Mystify and New Sensation. Everybody close to the stage received "high fives" from Tim Farriss and Hutchence. The crowd went crazy when Hutchence removed his tie, his shirt and finally his undershirt and tossed them into the crowd. He also tossed several other item as water bottles and a bra. Ed Comet Tower Photographer
One of the entertainment highlights of the 1993 Homecoming celebration was the Tom Petty concert. Petty, originally from Gainesville, ended his Greatest Hits tour in Gainesville. He was greeted at the O'Connell Center by a crowd of almost 9,000 screaming fans. The crowd was enthusiastic because of Petty's classic Rock 'n Roll and exciting stage performance. The concert was an impressive beginning to the homecoming weekend. Adam Bolton Tower Photographer
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Although Celebration 1994 has come to a close, its organizers are still reveling in the glory of the event. Paul Shirley, the Celebration 1994 producer, was especially pleased with the attendance of the events this year.
"I think that there was more participation this year than in the past,"he said.
Shirley emphasized the success of both the Union Street Celebration and the Sarasota Ballet and Dance Alive performances. More people came top the dance performances than in the past, while there were an estimated 2-or 3,000 people who attended the Union Street Celebration events, he said.
"At any given ttime there were 600-700 people there, at least,"he said.
With the live band performances, artist's exhibits, clowns, magicians and unicyclists at Union Street Celebration, everyone stayed entertained all day, said Laura Potter, director of the event.
"I Think that there was a big demand in the community for cultural events and festival," she said.
The artists enjoyed the event, also. "They can't wait until next year," said Potter.
While the exhibits contained a wide variety of art, the Sarasota Ballet and Dance Alive performances also contained variety.
The movie Trivia contest, Pass-n-Paint banner and Add-A-Line poem were also great successes for Celebration 1994. More than 100 people painted the 45' x 5' banner in the one day that it was available in the Plaza of the Americas. In a six-hour time span more than 60 people contributed to the 100 line poem, said Lori Spivey, director of the event.
Celebration 1994 programmed Kid's Day specifically for the children of Gainesville. There was and "absolutely great turnout," said Rachel Fabricant who estimated that over 1,000 people attended Kid's Day.
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We all have had our share of bad days and embarrassing moments.
The Tower staff decided to put some students on the spot and find out about their most embarrassing moments.
Junior Ayal Lebow and Sophomore Vince Marconi both shared the same embarrassing experience.
"It was during bio, a class of about 200 people. The teacher asks questions and brings around a microphone for students to answer," Ayal said.
"The question was about preferred methods of birth control. Ayal pointed to me and I pointed back to him. Ayal then explained he had laryngitis. The teacher then said, 'That's o.k. this mike is really powerful,"' Vince said.
Sophomore Andy Dreppa recalled his first day of classes. "I was riding my bike to class and the chain fell off. I walked into my first class 10 minutes late with greasy hands," he said.
"Everyone, including the teacher, was starring at me," Andy added.
Sophomore
Michelle Levin explained her most embarrassing campus moment to be when she was walking past Turlington Hall one day.
"I saw a van
with two sad, tired grey bulldogs in it. I went up to the window. Before I could utter the words nice puppies they both jumped to the window and started barking, so I screamed and everyone started looking my way," Michelle said.
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Although dead week is not an official study week for finals, most students agreed it should be implemented immediately, if not sooner.
Students rarely came upon a professor who observed dead week, but some professors did cancel their last class or use the last class, if not the entire last week, as a review or study session.
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professors, such as Dr. Mark Rush, sympathized with students trying to leave Gainesville as soon as possible to be home for the holidays.
According to the master schedule of exams, Dr. Rush's Microeconomics class should have had their exam the evening of the final day of exams. But, Dr. Rush arranged with the Registar to have a "study session" December 10. He still offered the exam on
December 17 for those who wanted to wait, but the majority of the class opted for the earlier exam date.
Although a dead week would ease the tension created by final exams, it surely would not lessen the amount of time students spend studying.
With a dead week students would have the opportunity to spend more time with their books without being distracted by new material presented in class just days before the final.
With or without a dead week, students always asked the question, "What should I study?" But not all professors were humane enough to answer the question.
"My International Relations teacher what to told us to go get drunk for his final," said Ramona Sirianni, iLS. Adrienne Scarfone
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Student Government Election always stir up campus life for a while.
Many different diverse parties compete for SG's top gun positions. This year, The SUN party took elections by a storm. Chris Thompkins, Bobby DuBose, and Brian Seimenas took over Alex Patton, Missy Shorey, and Chris Thompkin's positions.
Students hoping to be voted into position often
walk in Turlington Courtyand to distribute campaign information.
Electoral candidates enjoy getting out meeting stu-
CabinetDirectors are also chosen each spring semester. These hard working students devote much of their time trying to establish
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The course guide, career days, disability events, and international activities are just a few of the examples of what the cabinets are in charge of. Student Govenment is always recruiting students willing to devote themselves to making University of Florida a better place for all.
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Christmas lights and decorations could be viewed everywhere from dorms windows and the Reitz Union to the sorority and fraternity houses.
The end of the fall semester brought a time of relaxation to most students.
With final exam stress terminated and the frustration from long lines at the book stores to sell back books over, most students looked at the two week winter break as a stressfree, worryfree, carefree time off.
The only real trauma encountered during the break would be long lines in the mall while Christmas shopping, running out of wrapping paper Christmas Eve at 10 p.m. or battling the refunds and returns lines after Christmas.
Compared to the stress from exams, all
these amounted to very little tension.
Winter break provided a chance for old friends to meet together back home and go out and exchange college experiences stories. The break also provided a chance for students to catch up on the lives of their family.
Political Science major Ramona Sirianni said, "Five of us who were back home in Ocala met at T. G. I. Friday's for lunch and talked about our first semester in college. We laughed and joked like we were all together these last four months and not in separate schools."
But other students, such as those moving to a new room or apartment, those with illnesses during the holiday and those with unsatisfactory grades often had the stress continue after exams during winter break. Adrienne Scarfone
Miss UF 1994
Denise Beserock
The evening of February 16 was truly "A Night of Elegance" as 17 women vied for the title of Miss University of Florida. The Miss UF pageant is a scholarship pageant sponsored by Florida Blue Key. Miss UF 1993, Pi Beta Phi Kristen Miles crowned Delta Gamma Denise Beserock, an advertising major from Wildwood. She will compete in the Miss Florida Pageant. As Miss UF, Denise will travel around and promote her platform, Advocat-
ing Children's Rights. Denise plans to emphasize education, positive attitudes, and respect.
The following women also placed in the contest: Jamie Lyn Bolding, 1st Runner up; Janelle Martinez, 2nd Runner up; Stephanie Sneller, 3rd Runner up; and Susan Tucker, 4th Run-
ner up.
Congratulations to all the women who participated in the pageant: Christy
Huffcut, Natali Turhune, Robin Payne, Gail Bacani, Denise Beserock, Janelle Martinez, and Susan Tucker.
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Everyone has something in particular they enjoy doing. Whether it is normal or not is a different issue.
Students' hobbies ranged from facepaced excitement to quiet, relaxing stress relievers.
How do hobbies begin? Some students have been around certain activities their entire lives, it's only natural they continue a family activity. For others, they are eventually t influenced by friends or school or some other form of medium.
Kerri Terrell's family has been racing motorcycles for as long as she can remember. "It's something I grew up with and it's fun. I'll probably race the rest of my life," she said.
There are many activities that parents influence. For many students these are actions that serve as stress releasers
throughout their lives. Although the practice and learning may not have been fun, the efforts are worth it now.
Zella Pirello said, "When I play the piano, I become absorbed in the music and forget about life for a while."
Many students discovered that hobbies release built up frustration and energy that accumulates over the average college day.
"I enjoy talking on the phone. It allows me to communicate with the outside world. I feel trapped in college," Charity Lanier said.
"I sleep so I can escape from the real world. That's what hobbies are all about," said Bernadette Brown.
Meredith Widdones said, "I enjoy playing the violin because it releases my emotions and puts me at ease." Kellie Brennan
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The Great Gator Bedrace was held in the Ham Museum's parking lot on April 9, 1994. The Bedrace was sponsored by Alpha Chi Omega and Theta Chi as a benefit for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Each team, consisting of a fraternity-sorority pair, competed in two events. The "bestdressed bed" competition, where the beds were judged on appearance, was first. In the main event, four-member teams pushed, carried, and dragged their beds across the parking lot in order to see which team had the "fastest bed". Not every bed was able to cross the finish line in one piece, and most beds had tobe "retired" after the race! After The Great Gator Bedrace concluded, all the exhausted participants were ready to "race" home for a nap in
The University of Florida has one of the top athletic programs in the nation, with almost all sports teams finishing in the top 10 at the end of the season. The most important parts of these teams are the athletes. Athletes at UF work together to achieve a common goal, to be the best.
On many occasions Gator athletes are elevated to a "super "status by the media and suddenly find themselves robbed of their identity as a real person. Gator athletes seem to do a good job at maintaining their true identity. It dosen't matter whether the athlete is Terry Dean throwing the game winning touchdown pass, Rob Bonanno pitching strikeout number 309 or Olympic gold medalist and 21 time All-American Nicole Haislett. Gator athletes maintain a cool, calm and level headed approach to athletics and academics.
I had the opportunity to talk with Gator basketball player Andrew DeClercq after the team returned home from the Final Four in Charlotte. The tall guy who makes the ugly faces on the court, can smile off the court. DeClercq, another example of a nice, polite class athlete at the University of Florida shares his views with us.
Winning: "Accomplishing something you've put a lot into, something you've NCAA Tournament Experience: "Exciting, thrilling, a lot of ups and dreamed about, being able to realize that goal." downs, a good time, a lot of fun, a lot of good basketball." Respect: "Having other people look at you and see you as a winner, see you as Ugly Faces: "It's just a way for me to release emotion. I get excited successful." and emotional easy, somebody makes a good play, I yell. My mom Experiences at UF: "The people I've met, the friends that I've made, the says.'Andrew, you played well, you made a lot of ugly faces.' Fans experiences I've had on the team and traveling, the opportunities that basketball and teammates look for the faces." has given me have been tremendous." Building a Tradition: "To be a base for the tradition of the program, Blocking Eisley's Shot: "The pass was coming to me, my first reaction was to to build the tradition, that would be something special. We wanted turn and go after. As I was running I figured maybe I'll get it, I can block it, I can the NCAA banner--we want the banner up there to say we were the block it. It's not something I've never done in a game at Florida before." best." Fan Support: "Hoping for a lot of fans at the airport, when we saw the amount The Season: "Breathtaking. When you're having fun time does fly. of people-WOW!! Everyone had big smiles on their faces-like little kids--finally. We had a lot of fun this year. We'd like to have a lot of fun next year." It was exciting. We had a lot of fun." Team relationships: "We spend a lot of time together. I have two Media Attention:"We had a lot of fun with the media, getting a chance to be sisters and always wanted a brother.. It's nice, people you can go and recognized, to get our name out, have people learn about us, about basketball at talk to. We share a lot of the same experiences so we're able to relate Florida, Coach Kruger and the system we have here. That's a huge part of to each other. We're all friends, there's a lot of friendship there, recruiting--Good players want to go to schools that are known. It was good PR they're relationships that will last a lifetime." for UF and Gainesville in general." Toughest Player: "Shaquille O'Neal-pure physical ,raw talent, size By: JoAnne Gonzalez and strength. Grant Hill is the next toughest."
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The doors of the J. Wayne Reitz Union swing back and forth daily with students on their way to take care of all types of business or to take a well deserved break. The Reitz Union offers a wide range of services, starting at haircuts and ending at notary public.
The Arts and Crafts Center offers workshops such as photography, clay sculpture, bartending, and jewelry making. Students can rent tents, backpacks, and sleeping bags at the outdoors center.
On the thirdfloor is the student activities center, home to many student organizations, such as RUPC, Gator Growl, Blue Key, Student Government, IFC, Panhellenic, Accent, SGP, and the Tower Yearbook.
If you're in the mood for just taking a break and relaxing, the Reitz Union is the place. The Games Room offers pool, bowling, ping-pong, video games, foosball, and a wide-screen TV.
If you're hungry, then "variety" is the keyword. The Reitz Union offers Dunkin' Donuts, Little Caesar's, the Arrendondo room, the Snack Bar, and I Can't Believe It's Yogurt. Don't forget the Orange & Brew, with its pub-like atmosphere and its menu of salads, sandwiches, nachos, and beer, as well as live bands and/or comedians on the weekend!I
So spend an hour or spend an afternoon at the Reitz Union. It's
As students head back into Action in the classroom they bring a blank notebook soon to be full of necessary appointments. Social events aside, it is easily filled within the first few weeks of the term. Projects, papers, exams - prepare the pens, pencils, and computers for immediate action. What must be realized is that the end result is not most important; it is the time and effort spent every day doing the best that can be done in each situation. Every action made at UF builds a firm platform from which the dive into "the real world" can be made. Learning is never finished, but knowledge lasts forever and that is what propels every student Back into Action each year.
By Kellie Brennan
Scheduling classes is just the beginning of getting Back into Academic Action.
A Survey Engineering student Taking a break from the action checks out the action on the Reitz these students relax in front of UniUnion Lawn. versity Gallery.
78 Academics
You cannot expect great academic accomplishments without a little food for thought.
UF audiologists began a study to detect hearing problems in infants. Robin Sheren tests 4 week old Alec, held by mom, Diane Gillan as Dr. Kemker observes.
Students in Dauer Hall watch their program on TV and studiously take notes.
Distinguished Matherly Hall sets the tone for the challenging material taught within its rooms.
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Historian, teacher, administrator, and author, Dr.John Lombardi became the ninth president of the University of Florida in March of 1990.
Born in Los Angeles in 1942, Lombardi comes from an educated family. His mother worked as a college librarian and his father, a pioneer in the California community college movement, was president of Los Angeles City College. Lombardi earned his bachelor's degree from Pomona College and his master's and doctoral degrees from Columbia University.
Lombardi came to U.F. from Johns Hopkins University, where he was provost and vice president for academic affairs since 1987. From 1967 until 1987, he pursued an academic career
in the history department at Indiana University. Lombardi held various administrative posts at Indiana University, including director of Latin American Studies, dean of International Programs, and dean of Arts and Sciences.
A specialist in Latin American history, Lombardi is the author of seven books focused mostly on Venezuela. His wife, Cathryn Lee Lombardi, coauthored one of his books and illustrated two others. In addition to history, Lombardi has taught and written on international business, computer literacy, and software evaluation. For about two years, Lombardi's enthusiasm for automobiles led him to operate Farmer's Garage, a specialty shop for older cars.
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The College of Agriculture is able to offer numerous programs as majors and minors for UF Students. The curriculum includes agricultural communication to human nutrition. The departments are large enough to provide extensive research opportunities, yet small enough to establish warm relationships with others involved in the College.
The honorary and professional organizations keep very active in the College. The Honor Society of Agriculture, Gamma Sigma Delta, recognizes academic acheivements and accomplishments. The membership is limited to the upper 15 percent of the class and those with proven leader-
ship skills are nominated for membership. Alpha Zeta is a professional, honorary, and service agricultural fraternity. Undergraduate and graduate students with high GPA and
The 5chool of Forest IResources ond Conservoron Is o speciolized focutry in the college.
other critical characteristics are eligible. Alpha Gamma Rho is a social and professional fraternity for men. AGR prides itself on being active with both the College of
Agriculture and UF's main campus.
Sigma Pi Alpha provides professional and social enrichment. The goal of this fraternity is to abolish the stereotypical agricultural image.
The School of Forest Resources and Conservation offers Forestry, Wildlife Ecology, and Natural Resource Conservation majors. Minors are available in forestry. Students in the college do research in the Austin Cary Forest and the Swisher and Ordway Preserves in Melrose, FL. The school offers and encourages participation in the college's student council.
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An architecrure senior ossembles the December is olwoys busy in Goinesville pieces to his drowing. This srudenr begins the month with o preseniorion.
Creativity rokes three drawing rools os demonstrted by this student.
Very proud of his work, this students models o completed project mock-up.
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The College Of
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All architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture students must complete many of the same prerequisites at the begining of the program. These difficult and time consuming courses include the Design series and architectural histories. A pin-up of the student's best work is required after the third year for admission into the college.
The college is one of the largest design, planning, and construction institutions in the country. The college demands and incredible amount of time and dedication. Senior interior design student and President of ASID, Karen Davoli remembers, "It's not uncommon to see students bring mattresses and refrigerators into
their studio. I've seen lofts built. Students need to spend a lot of time in their studio, so it needs to feel like home." Models pin-ups, field trips and presentations are all a part of ma"It's not uncommon
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Students are able to join a number of architectural orga-
nizations. Alpha Rho Chi is an architecture fraternity. Tau Sigma Delta and the Gargoyle Society provide students with an opportunity to be involved socially and professionally with the college. The College Council is an organization for students and faculty which oversees dispursment of money to the organizations among other things. Sigma Lambda Chi is an organization that recognizes top students for outstanding grades and extracurricular activities. Student Constructors and Cost Engineers serves to bring students together with professionals in the field.
Preparing for finals, this landscape orchirect puts the finishing touches on his pro ject.
Proof thor you don' need stroight A's to succeed, rhe building in which the school of orchirecrure is hourse was designed by students and only received o "C" project grade.
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The College of Business Administration has become one of the largest colleges on campus due to the expansion of old and new programs. Decision and Information Science has recently come under consideration in the college. This major involves a mixture of business, statistics and computer classes. Other majors in the college include Accounting, Computer & Information Sciences, Finance, Economics, Management, Marketing, Real Estate, and Insurance.
The college is well known for the popular television replay courses such as Eco-
nomics. These taped classes enable students to view classes at their convenience, or even buy them at a bookSince 1927 the ColIge of Business Adminstration has provided students with a very deep and broad base of business knowledge.
sotre to watch at home. The replay room is always packed on Mondays and after holidays.
There are numerous ways to be involved in the college activities, both social and professional. AIESEC, Alpha Iota Delta, Alpha Kappa Psi, American Marketing Assoc., Beta Gamma Sigma, the College Council, Delta Sigma Pi, and Minority Business Society are a few of the many active organizations on campus.
The Fisher School of Accounting was established in 1977 and is now one of the top schools in the nation. The "3/2" program is very competitive and very demanding.
There ore mony TV reploy classes in the Col- Outside rhe college is o great place ro study lege of Business. 5rudenrs ottend live closses for business majors who wont to enjoy rhe in Bryon Hall. " Florido sun.
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Business srudenrs work os o reom ro solve problems, discuss projects, ond encouroge hord work.
Jerri Therrauit helps Darioj Willaims UF's First Lady, Catherine Lombardi, with a lesson. talks with legislators being thanked for their con trib u tion s.
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For as long as you can remember you have dreamed of becoming a teacher. You've worked hard all your life in hopes of going to college and attaining this goal. After thirteen years of grueling work, you've made it to college, but what next?
The first thing is deciding what type of education interests you. There are three basic types to choose from: elementary, secondary, and special. Elementary education involves teaching grades Kindergarten through sixth; special education deals with students who have disabilities; teacher of secondary education work within a specific subject area teaching grades seven through twelve.
If you decide that your interest lies in elementary or special education then you apply to the College of Education as soon as possible after completing 60 hours. If secondary education is the major of your choice you must wait to apply to the College until you have received your bachelor's degree in the specific area you've chosen from the College of Liberal Arts and
Sciences. and stimulation, however
Once you have been accepted students eventually intern in you will begin UF's unique a public school. This program teacher education program, assures that when you graduPROTEACH. It is a revolution- ate from UF you will be one ary teaching program that com- of the most competent teachbines traditional and contempo- ers in the nation. rary information which is necessary for present day teachers. Students learn things such as
"Many people believe that if you cannot get into anything else you become an education major, it's a lot harder than people think. There are a lot of good people who really know what they are doing."
dealing with handicapped children, the cognitive process in learning, and how to effectively use computers in the classroom. Experiencing teaching first hand is another important part of the PROTEACH program. This is initially done by observation
Guest speakers frequent UF, but few are Tutoring is a big part of the educational as kind as Ade Adigun who used his lec- program. One-on-one contact enhances ture fee to buy the class books, classroom lessons.
Building bridges, the newest medical advances, and the roof we live and work under, this is what engineering is all about. The University of Florida's engineering program is the largest profession college at UF. It is the second largest of all the colleges, and one of the three largest research units. The engineering program ranks seventeenth in the nation in research expenditures and, according to US News and World Report, is ranked
among the twenty five best American graduate. The undergraduate programs are founded
A lifetime process is begun through intense studies of math and science in the College of Engineering.
on mathematics and the physical sciences. Engineers deal with
real problems of everyday life. An engineer is required to have a thorough understanding of mathematics and sciences as well as an understanding of contemporary legal, economic, and social restrictions. An engineer's education extends beyond any classroom setting and becomes a life long process.
Al Eckmanzo receives first hand infor- Florida's sunny days allow survey engimation from the man who knows it all. neering students to get hands on experience.
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The best part of information fairs is that you can get all of your questions answered at once.
Florida's Engineering Society is always ready to accept new recruits.
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A semester's worth of work is critized by her professor as the student waits nervously.
Preparing for a theatre production takes many people in specialized fields, such as design.
This student awaits his class'reaction to his wire sculpture.
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At UF, students can study just about any subject they want, including the fine arts. In 1975, after developing from the College of Architecture, the College of Fine Arts became a separate school. Composed of the departments of art, music and theatre, the center for Latin American and Tropical Arts, the Center for Arts and Public Policy, and the University Galleries, students could follow curriculums in areas such as art education and theatre. These students were
given the chance to practice their skills and talents in front of audiences throughout the
The Libraries of the College of Fine Arts are the largest of their kind in the Southeast.
year by participating in plays and concerts, which took place each semester. Most impor-
tantly, however, students who had developed artistic talent could enjoy performing and learning, while at the same time earning a degree.
After cutting his clay this pottery stu- The end of the semester means grading. dent begins to shape his around a cone, This ceramics student shows off her finbeginning another masterpiece. ishedpieces.
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Students need hands on experience. The community plays an important role in that as is seen here.
At least she appears to be enjoying her- Yes! it is as difficult as it looks. Who Students in the Programs of H & HP self as her data is inputed into the com- should college was all fun? often do experiments on each other. puter. Here, one guy has to do the physical activity while the other has to make
sense of it all.
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