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A Look Inside The 1996 Tower

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An introduction to the 1996 Tower

A compendium of the 1995 - 96 school year at Belmont Photos, photos, photos...Faculty, staffand students Student government, Greeks, honor societies, clubs Sports teams, happenings in the world ofathletics Kudos, closing remarks, and one last look at the Bruin

In the fall of 1995, Belmont University retired its long-time mascot, the Rebel. Hereafter, the University would rally behind the Bruin. In recognition of this change, the 1996 Tower staff has entitled this, the 37th volume ...

Bearin' It All

Belmont University 1900 Belmont Boulevard Nashville, TN 37212 615/383-7001 http://www.belmont.edu The Tower Volume 37, 1995-96

One of the first tasks of the new mascot was to join Men's Basketball Coach Rick Byrd for an interview. Massey Auditorium rocks and rolls to the beat of the Pop Rock Showcase, one of many opportunities for BU students to make a name for themselves.

Welcome, welcome, welcome! Student Government's Activities Fair turned the amphitheatre into a showcase of its own by introducing over 100 vendors, merchants, and organizations to Belmont's students.

The Courtyard outside the Massey Business Center was itself a center of busy-ness between classes.

Personifying the servant-leader, Dr. William Troutt, University President, serves a sack lunch during a fall bash along the historic Circle Drive. Dr. Harry Hollis, Associate Professor of Management, chooses the lawn near Belmont Mansion to offer a sunny alternative to a Fall semester lecture. 3

(Above) High above Belmont's soccer field, students view the campus from a hot air balloon. Two balloons were brought to a fall picnic for students to enjoy. (Above right) Tracing Belmont University's past, the Heritage Project displays pictures and documents from the Ward-Belmont Female College. These items are on display in Freeman Hall. (Photos by Lura West)

(Above) Performing an Indian folk dance at the World's Fair, AnitaJeyakumar, Bijal Mehta, and Rachna Malhotra take part in the cultural celebrations. The World's Fair was part of a week-long cultural diversity celebration. (Photo by Lura West)

Bearin' It All • • • A Year to Remember 1"

Bearin' It All - the big change. As Belmont University prepared for its upcoming first year in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), many things around campus changed, but the most noticeable change was the introduction of a new mascot. The Belmont Rebel, mascot for over thirty years, was replaced by the Belmont Bruin. While this change originally met with resistance from students, as the basketball season progressed, the Bruin became an important part of the games. Students were faced with several memorable things this year. In September, a large water main near the gym broke, sending water pouring down the center of campus but leaving residents without water for over 36 hours. However, it wasn't the water students missed most; it was the air conditioning made possible by the water that was longed for. In ninety degree weather, students flocked to the only cool place on campus to study and socialize the library. Showering in the Commons and a watermelon social helped make the situation more bearable. Several fried squirrels contributed to even more inconveniences as students lived without electricity on two different occasions. While dealing with a ceiling falling in on a student in the shower and headaches as residents pray for places next year in the new-and-improved Bruin Hills, as well as the normal class load with any extracurricular activities or work experience, the 1995-96 school year at Belmont University was packed with trying events that ended up giving students something to laugh at while pulling them closer together. This volume of The Tower is being made to record and preserve these memories and give readers something to remember throughout their lives. One of the most notable structures on the Belmont University Campus is the Carillon, or Bell Tower. 1996 marks the tenth anniversary of the installation of 23 bells in the tower. (Photo by Lura West)

About Belmont University ... Entering its fifth year as a university, Belmont enrolled over three thousand students in the fall of 1995, of which approximately 500 graduated in December, May, and August ceremonies. This is the first and only time this has been done in the history of Belmont. Over 150 professors teach classes in approximately 50 majors as well as five master's degree areas. Two additional master's degree programs (physical theraphy and occupational therapy) were approved and will begin enrolling students in the fall of 1996 and 1997, respectively. Centered around the 19th century summer estate of Adelicia Acklen, the campus is decorated with statues and gazebos from both the civil War era and the hundredplus-year history of the school.

Student life at Belmont University is definitely something to bear in mind. With all the concerts, meetings, picnics, sport events, and educational opportunities, students were never at a loss for things to do if they only took a little effort to find something. These events are things some students will never forget, and they will always bear them in mind as they continue to learn and grow.

tudent Life at Belmont ... what a concept! The University, founded in the 19th century, seemed well-prepared to enter the 21st as 199 5-96 progressed. An ever-increasing student body (topping 3000 in Fall semester, 1995) was matched by an increasing number of majors offered, new and more-active student organizations, additional staff and faculty, even new trustees and benefactors!

As the photos on these pages display, sometimes "bearin' it all" isn't that tough! Belmont students can "get by with a little help" from the friendships and social interaction that abounds. Student organizations help to sponsor a variety of activities; other students can find fun on their own. Either way, student life at Belmont offers much in the way of a good time. (Photos by Lura West)

Student life '95-96 revolved around the traditional student concerns making time for studies, work, and socializing (and sleep, if time permitted!). About 80% of Belmont's students were employed, many on campus, but most in the community. Balancing the demands of employers as well as faculty members took effort at times. But most students also found time to get involved in those activities outside the classroom that add flavor to one's college experience. National studies (as well as those conducted at BU) indicate that students who get involved in campus life tend to have more positive experiences in college, tend to graduate at higher levels, and even tend to make better grades. (Of course, there are exceptions - many of us know students who have attempted to major in "extra-curricular!") From the opening days of Towering Traditions in August to the excitement (and relief) of graduation in May, students who remembered to "bear in mind" their total college experience took with them the memories of which a complete college life is made. The next 70 or so pages of The Tower offer a glimpse into some of these memories. The Tower staff hopes the photos and stories will rekindle some of those memories and urge the readers to initiate new ones as the years go by.

Thrilling the crowd, host Vince Gill delivers an outstanding rendition of one of his hits. The post-game concert was a perfect nightcap to a night of entertainment. (Photo by Lura West)

The Vince Gill Event On Tuesday, November 14, 1995, the stars of country music shone at Belmont. The 6th Annual Vince Gill Celebrity Basketball Game and Concert brought Vince, Amy Grant and Gary Chapman, Toby Keith, Sweethearts of the Rodeo, Bryan White, and a dozen or so other stars of country and popular music to Striplin Gymnasium and a sellout crowd. Sponsored by ASCAP, 98

WSIX, peermusic, Nashville Memorial Hospital, and Santa Fe Cantina (among others), the event raised support for the Belmont Athletic and Music Business departments. As has become expected from this annual highlight of Fall Semester, the crowd loved it all! As entertaining on the court as on stage, Vince and friends delighted the crowd with their basketball as well as their muSIC.

Music and athletics come easy for talented recording artist, Michelle Wright (above). She scored several times in the women's game. (Photo by Lura West) Amy Grant (right) delivers a special musical message to an appreciative audience. She even requested that several Belmont students join her on stage to add background vocals. (Photo by Lura West)

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It is not often that a team consists of this much star power. Many artists sacrificed time and talents to benefit Belmont's Music Business and Athletic programs. (Photo by Lura West)

Comb·1n1ng • their talents for this cause were: (front ro ) B Brid L"w ryan White, Martina McG e, inda Davis, Ray Stevens Amy rant La S , tine rry tuart, Janice Gill, KrisWri h:no~d, Helen Darling, Michelle RirngR.' ;;isa Stuart, Matraca Berg, White ic ey. (back row) Joy Lynn 'Radney Foster, Jeff Hanna,

Terri Clark, Michael Bonagura, Gary Chapman, Neal McCoy, Ray Benson, Mark Miller, Toby Keith, host Vince Gill, Mac McAnnaly, Steve Wariner, Marty Roe, Dana Williams, Daron Norwood, Davis Daniel, Tim Ryan, and Brett James. (Photo by Lura West)

November in Nashville? It's gotta be the Vince Gill Event! Adding support, several Belmont students assist Mark Miller from Sawyer Brown. Artists, faculty, and students combined their efforts to make this a memorable event. (Photo by Lura West)

The game and concert featured some rising stars as well as crowd favorites. (Photo by Lura West)

Don't tell these guys that it's just a game! By the way, notice Linda Davis andJoy Lynn White on the court during the men's game. (Photo by Lura West)

Serious concentration exudes from singer/songwriter Kim Richey as she shoots for points. She proved to be a valuable asset for her team. (Photo by Lura West)

One of the most gifted vocalists in all of music is the talented Linda Davis. For the Vince Gill Event at Belmont, she decided to try her hand at basketball as welll (Photo by Lura West)

Sibling rivalry from sisters Kristine Arnold and Janice Gill brought many laughs from the crowd. The two make up the hit-making duo, Sweethearts of the Rodeo. (Photo by Lura West)

Always big supporters of Belmont University are the husband and wife team of Gary Chapman and Amy Grant. Both are talented and acclaimed vocalists and not-too-shabby basketball players! (Photo by Lura West)

ous groups on campus, among them, the International Club and the Department of Literature and Language, sponsored the World's Fair during Fall Semester. The event included sights, sounds, and tastes of various cultures throughout the world. Students were given glimpses into the variety of ways that people experience their wor and were urged to explore t • ies of broadenin their i

Language and Philosophy Houses Offer Living/Learning Environment

all '95 witnessed the birth of an idea whose gestation took several years - a cooperative living/learning venture between the Office of Student Affairs and several academic departments. In August, eight women and six men moved into two houses on Compton Avenue which had been acquired by the University earlier in the year. The Office of Student Affairs had worked closely with VP Morris Early and others to acquire the property; Plant Operations personnel worked to renovate the houses; and the academic departments recruited students interested in immersing themselves into an academic discipline. The Culture House became home to women who were interested in language (primarily French or Spanish); across the street the men lived in the Philosophy House. In both homes, the residents worked with housing facilitators and faculty to take advantage of close living conditions, developing a deeper understanding of their disciplines.

(Left) Residents and guests - both US citizens and international students - took advantage of the cultural opportunities available in the Culture House. (Below) Sitting on opposite sides of Compton Avenue, the Philosophy House and the Culture House brought a fresh housing option for interested students. (Photos by Lura West)

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elmont Commons initially opened in Fall semester, 1994. Since that time, its 120 beds have been in high demand! Each of the fourbedroom units is fully furnished and provides both privacy (with the private bedrooms) and space for socializing. In addition, the common buidling provides a unique spot for activities. 1995-96 was an interesting year for the residents of the Commons. Though spared the effects of the "drought' which occurred in September, the complex got its share of excitement early in December when a local teen accidentally rammed his car through the fence and into two of the apartments. A resident of one of the appartments was home when the incident occurred and was somewhat shaken by the emergence of an automobile into his dinning room: Fortunately, no one was injured and the damage was rather easily repaired.

(Above) With Belomont Heights Baptist Church in the backbround, the appartments of Belmont Commons offer an exceptional home to students. (Photo by Lura West)

(Right) Though the walk to main campus was not too strenuous, quicker transportation was facilitated by the shuttle, running from the Commons parking lot up to Circle Drive. (Photo by Lura West)

(Right) Home cookin'! Now, whose turn is it to do the dishes? (Photo by Lura West)

Students invade the "Village" B

elmont's version of "urban sprawl" included the purchase and renovation of Colonial Village, a 116-unit apartment complex just east of campus on 15th Avenue South. During the spring and summer of '95, University personnel worked day and night to restore apartments for about 70 students who were scheduled to live in the complex during Fall semester. That work was the first of a three-phase plan to convert the commercial complex, formerly home to several hundred N ashvillians - many of them emigrants from Asia and Africa - into student housing. The 1995-96 residents got a taste of apartment living with the conveniences of campus just across the street. The challenges - paying utility bills, dealing with a multi-phase constrution project, relating to nonstudent residents (who may or may not speak English!) - were contrasted with the freedom and excitement of apartment living.

(Above) Belmont's newest residential community, the Village was later renamed "Bruin Hills." (Photo courtesy of Tom Starling)

(Left) Braving the heat on check-in day, Resident Assistant Bradford Vieira welcomed new residents to the Village. (Photo courtesy of Tom Starling)

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(Left) The Village's facelift included remodeling both inside and outside the buildings. Residents soon learned to befriend the construction workers, with whom they would spend considerable time! (Photo courtesy of Tom Starling)

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A "Tradition" continues ike a "Welcome Home" party, Towering Traditions ushered new students to campus in royal style. Towering Traditions, the University's new student orientation program, was divided into two parts (appropriately called Part One and Part Two) and involved every facet of beomng acquainted to the University.

Part one took place during July of '95 and allowed new students to meet their academic advisor and to preregister for Fall semester classes. Part Two, including the more widely-known activities, spread through the first few days of Fall. Freshmen and transfers (and their parents) were wowed with tours of campus and of Nashville, social events, a student-led worship service, Playfair (the ultimate ice-breaker!), "People Are People" (a theatrical look at social issues faced by students) and "Letting Go" (an opportunity for parents to deal with their own version of homesickness). The theme for TT 95 was ''Welcome to the Majors: Step Up to the Plate." The Tower Team leaders, who planned an implemented vast portions of the program, followed a baseball motif in naming their teams and many of the activities.

(Above) The Tower Team leaders, always a1 exciting crew, were guided by Associate Deaf of Students, Julie Coulter (far right, fron' row). (Photo courtesy of Towering Tradi tions staff) (Left) Accompanying a caricature of former SGA President Tiffany Dunn, Team leaders Christy Higdon, Jennifer Newman, and Ann Marie Edwards banter about during Part Two. (Photo courtesy of Towering Traditions staff)

Almost 80% of the new freshmen students participated in at least one part of Towering Traditions 95. With that kind of voluntary participation, this is one Tradition that is sure to continue.

(Left) To these new students, even sitting of the floor isn't so bad! (Photo courtesy of Towering Traditions staff)

Welcome to the Majors: Step up to the Plate!

(Far left) the TT-Shirts proudly list the leaders and senior leaders. (Above) The Sliders, one of the almost 20 Tower Teams, were led by Christy Higdon and Lorrie Greenway. (Left) SGA Executive Officers Tibi Vadan and Tara Ballman take a break from the SGA Activities Fair, an annual part of Towering Traditions. (Below) A Saturday afternoon picnic gets Part Two off to a rousing start. (Photos courtesy of Towering Traditions staff and Lura West)

Students showcase talents on campus T

he performers of Belmont long for an opportunity to display what they can do. Fortunately, each semester brings such opportunities in the form of showcases. Pop/rock, alternative, gospel, country ... whatever style you prefer, there is a showcase for it! Showcases not only allow performers to get in front of those who need to hear them, they also give sound and lighting people the chance to show what they can do. The staging and production of the show-

cases reveal additional talents which are developed on campus, both in the classroom and studio as well as on the backstage. A number of Belmont students go on to professional careers in the music business. Showcase just may be the vehicle for some of them to get started. (Right) The Pop/Rock Showcase, with its electronic extravaganza, still offers this vocalist her chance to shine. (Below) Bassman Gary Miller grounds the rocking rhythm seciton. (Photos by Lura West)

(Above) These back-up singers add to the sound in three-part harmony. (Right) Vocalist Andrea Flowers entertains as she showcases her craft. (Photos by Lura West)

"The showcase is a great opportunity to see the best that Belmont has to offer. I wouldn't miss itl"

(Above) Belting out a powerful tune, Diane Betts energized a Gospel Showcase audience. (Right) Move over, country music; guitar rock is alive and well in Nashville! (Beow, left) No, it's not the Cat in the Hat wailing on the sax; it's Patrick D olan! (Below, center) An animated Matt Black gets moving on stage. (Below, right) Singer/guitarist Graham Spice leads his band during Pop/Rock. (Photos by Lura West)

(Right) Complementing the theme, a classic Harley Davidson motorcycle takes center stage at the Pop/Rock Showcase. (Below) A peace sign and tattered jeans ... it's like Woodstock on stage at Massey. (Photos by Lura West)

whether mandolin (above) or guitar (righo). has strings, someone at Belmont can PE? S] (Photos by Lura West

Fall Follies highlights Family Day Y

ou start with music. Add some comedy, then a little satire, complete the mixture with a fabulous stage setting, and you know what you get: Fall Follies! This annual favorite did not fail to delight in October of '95. Massey Auditorium was filled with students, families, and friends, all coming to be entertained by what has become one of the University's most-awaited events. Closing out the Family Day celebration, the Follies is a result of extensive work by student to plan, audition, stage, and perform. A number of students opted to display "legitimate" talent in music. Others decided to entertain the crowd (and themselves) in a more comedic vein. Satririzing facets of university life from academic convocations to meal time in the dining hall, performers upheld the extraordinary reputation that Fall Follies had developed over the years. But there was more to Family Day then just follies. Earlier in the day, parents, spouses, children and siblings were treated to talented entertainment, wonderful food and great occasion to see just what it's like to be a Belmont student. No wonder folks come from miles around to join the fun.

(Left) Wearing a lovely gown selected just for the occasion, Matt Kreis charms a Fall Follies crowd. (Photo by Lura West)

(Top) Todd Smith and Chad Warrix join toge!" for a moment on st?8, (Above) Under the tent, Tim Molyneux and QE bird tan cir voices to 1he Family Day af!} (Photos by Lura Wes

(Below) Using bonafide cafeteria trays, this mix of Follies performers winds up the show with a classic parody. (Photo by Lura West)

(Right) Casting a sentimental glance at the camera, Jo Anna Janet does her part to make Fall Follies a success. (Photo by Lura West)

(Left) Looking left and playing right, Christopher Andrews heads up the Fall Follies band. (Below) Christie Johns takes a seat during her performance at the Follies. (Photos by Lura West)

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(Above) Rocking the hall in Massey, Kevin Breuner cranks it up. (Above right) Master and Mistress of Ceremonies, Jill Phillips and Scott Parker did an outstanding job in keeping the entertainment rolling along. (Right) The tent in the amphitheater provided the perfect setting for Company to delight those attending Family Day. (Below) The buffet provided by Sodexho also did its share of entertaining! (Photors by Lura West)

(Left) The Family Day check-in process was quick and easy as students introduced their parents and other family members to Belmont's campus. (Below) Guitar and drums provide accompaniment to Holly Newberg and Catherine Rockey. (Photos by Lura West)

(Left) Giving the crowd its money's worth, Wade Haynes gives an Oscar-deserving performance during the Follies. (Above) It doesn't get much better than Bradely Roberts, Mike Jay, Rich Copeland, Jason Kinsey, and Jason Harper. (Photos by Lura West)

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dslaest Ponty In what has become a Fall semester tradition, the Student Government Association and the Office of Campus Ministry joined hands to sponsor the Harvest Party. This year's event, the 7th Annual, was held on October 7, 1995 at a nearby farm. Dozens of students showed up for burgers, games, campfire singing, and a really good time. Campus Minister Dane Anthony remarked that the event, formerly sponsored by the Baptist Student Union, reached out to students far beyond the membership of any one organization. All Belmont students were welcome, and many came. To borrow a phrase, "If you grill it, they will come!" Though an evening chill descended after sundown, the revellers were cheered and warmed by the campfire and the comradery. If the 1995 edition of the Harvest Party is any indication, this is a tradition which future Belmont students will be sure to carry on. (Right) Nathan Hill takes aim in the horseshoe pit, while opponent Danny Calves watches on confidently. (Below) Somehow the grill is always the most popular place! Jason Catron oversees the Harvest Party burgers (Photos by Lura West)

(Below) Lorrie Greenway embraces both her disposable camera and Ben Vaughn. (Photo by Lura West)

(Above) Coach Littlejohn, I think you have a walk-on! Ed Boer plays defense. (Left) It's a tight squeeze, but these Harvest Party-ers don't seem to mind! (Photos by Lura West)

A "BU" {alloween All Hallows Eve crept mysteriously through campus as offices and homes were invaded by strangely clad beings. Whether from this world or some other, none could say. Their only attempt at communicating sounded suspiciously like, "Trick or Treat!" Many of the Belmont staff continued a somewhat new tradition of masquerading while in the office. (As usual, the

Records/Registrar's Office shone splendidly). In addition, Dr. Troutt joined the festivities by inviting ghost and ghoul alike to his home for a Halloween Party. A cadre of students, dressed as witch and nun, pirate and priest, all came and enjoyed. One might hope that all Saints' Day brought about the return of "normality," but don't be too sure!

(Left) Halloween host, Dr. Troutt (or is that The Count?) greets the Wicked Witch of the Midwest, who looks frighteningly like Drew Langer. (Above) Karyn Farr, Michelle Thurman, and Tia Black enjoy the refreshments at the Troutts' home. (Photos by Shawn Knight)

{9°*eat3,Nin ana her4eke 1on Paray g ta decidedly western feel to the holiday. ~elow) CaSting a leer of enigmatic glee Office {9 93 .(y4 Batimon yeh i iaa18sac av at10W n 10 the School of Music office. (Photos by L ura Vest)

(Left) The apparitions have no chance with these papal representatives. "Pope" Chris Williams and "Sister" Lorrie Greenway break bread together at Dr. Troutt's party. (Photo by Shawn Knight) (Above) The Records/Registrar's Office staff shows why their office continues to be a favorite during the Halloween season. (Photo by Lura West)

SOME CALL IT MUSIC CITY WE CALL IT HOMEN

Home to everything "Opry," most things "Baptist;' Tennessee's government; and more hospitals, dives, and barbecue joints than allowed by law, Nashville fills roles as diverse as any city in the country. Belmont's hometown has proven to be an hospitable host, providing students, staff, and faculty with outstanding entertainment, cultural, religious, and medical services. The big news during 1995-96 was the state's upcoming bicentennial celebration which culminated in June with a tremendous fireworks display surrounding the Bicentennial Mall, just north of the state capital. Cultural and historical events filled the year as Tennesseeans celebrated the

Commonly called "The Bat Building," the downtown Bell South tower proved a tell-tale landmark from just about anywhere in the city. (Photo by Lura West)

"Simply stunning!" The skyline view from the Massey Center Board Room takes the breath away. (Photo by Lura West)

foundi unding of one of the nation's first states west of the Appalachians. . In addition, 1995-96 saw Nashville givmg approval to a referendum which would Phrmit ~he move of the Houston Oilers (of c9S3t]ea4noocaii League) into Musde ty within the next couple of years. This move, long heralded by politicians and sports fans but opposed by some community groups, would entail the construction of a stadi C a mm complex on the east bank of the umberland River just across from down[83; The Mey 7. f'9o6, referendum vote which passed by a 3 to 2 margin) put into motion a series of events which will culmiS{}9 "i@h the team's initial kick-off proba y in the 1998 season.

(Upper left) "The District," popular entertainment and tourist area, bustles along the river front. (Above) Setting a steady course, this boatman recalls the days when river travel was king and the Cumberland blazed a trail through the wilderness. (Left) Glistening in the District, the Hard Rock Cafe celebrated its second year in Nashville during 1995-96. With a Planet Hollywood soon to follow, the Lower Broad/Second Avenue corridor appealed to locals and tourists alike. (Photos by Lura West)

Celebrating the tenth year of the carillon (left), the Belmont Bell Tower (below) continued to sound the hours with a sound heard throughout the neighborhood. (Photos by Lura West)

Whether through the contemporary windows of the Belmont Commons Common Building (above) or the classical sculpting of the wrought iron gazebos (right), the campus architecture gave the alert watcher an intriguing perspective on light and shadow. (Photos by Lura West)

Stonily bearing witness to the passage of time, the campus statues offer a perspective on part of what is uniquely Belmont. (Photos by Lura West)

It happened the first time the weekend before Spring Registration. The last time was after Spring Break. In between ... well, it got too common to count! For the first time in several years, Middle Tennessee was blanketed with, not one, not two, not even three or four, but FIVE measurable snowfalls! Totaling over a foot of accumulation,

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these breaks from the doldrums of winter also brought a break from class. Though transportation was slowed, and some students even had difficulty getting into town for the start of class, the visit from Old Man Winter was a welcome change for most. And there's something about a snowy mantle that makes the campus sparkle.

(Above) Taking advantage of the only Double Black Diamond slopes on campus, these women make a case for bringing the '98 Winter Games to Nashville. (Left) "Not many moguls, but the lift lines ar°.,; great!" Colonial Village/Bruin Hills Resident P1 rector Tom Starling schusses down Bernard Cif' cle North. (Photos courtesy of Tom Starling)

(Left) Always an elegant sight, Freeman Hall's subdued styling seemed stately in its wrapping of white. (Photo by Lura West) (Below) It was all smiles on Bernard Drive, on the hill above International Market. Notice these women's creative use of the cafeteria tray! (Photo by Lura West)

(Right) A snowy mane crowns the guardians behind the Mansion. (Photo by Lura West) (Below) Finding the carillon and the weather "apealing,' Diane Owen, Resident Director of Hail Hall, bundles up to face the winter. (Photo by Tom Starling)

(Right and far right) Though posing problems for automotive traffic, the slick hills near campus brought delight to those students daring to put gravity to the test. (Photos by Lura West)

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eginning with a party on Super Bowl Sunday and culminating with a dominating basketball victory and a celebratory dance a week later, Homecoming '96 provided everyone on campus the opportunity to get involved and display their school spirit. "Battling Bruin Week" highlighted the Bruin's inaugural Homecoming by offering competitions for groups, several parties, men's and women's basketball games, and Spiritual Emphasis Week programs. Most of the programs were sponsored by the Student Government Association, the Greeks, and the Office of Campus Ministry. Other planned activities of Homecoming '96 included

the Spirit Jam, a pep rally, on January 30; a scavenger hunt on the 31st; decorations around campus throughout the week; and a gymnasium decorating contest the night before the Homecoming games, February 2. The winter weather played havoc with some of the plans, eventually postponing the women's basketball game with Blue Mountain. The men, however, were able to play their game against crosstown Trevecca, decimating the Trojans by a 92-68 final. Earlier in the week, the men and women split with Baptist foe Union University, the men prevailing 89-81 and the women falling to the #2ranked Lady Bulldogs, 68-

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(Above) Table manners forgotten, "Jell-O Eating Contest" participants Heather Stephens and Amanda Robinson go for the gold! (Photo courtesy of Amy Bourque) (Right) The MOB makes a bid for Homecoming notoriety with its 6person pyramid. (Photo courtesy of the MOB)

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(Above, left) Jennifer Rupley and Heather Stephens display amazing athletic skills in the Battling Bruin Week competition. (Photo courtesy of Amy Bourque) (Left) Lorrie Greenway and Suzy Knight join the other members of Zeta Chi Delta in Homecoming-decorated Heron Hall lobby. (Photo by Lura West) (Above) A hostile environment for the Trevecca Trojans, the amphitheatre area between Hitch and Wheeler foreshadowed their fate at the hands of Byrd's Bruins on Saturday.

Amy Bourque and Mike Jay Honored At half-time of the Bruin-Trojan basketball game on February 3, 1996, Amy Bourque and Mike Jay were named Belmont's 1996 Homecoming Queen and King. Mike Jay and Amy Bourque take center court as 1996 Homecoming King and Queen. (Photo by Lura West)

Bourque, a senior Music Business major from New Iberia, Louisiana, is president of Kappa Delta Sigma. She is also active in SGA and is a cheerleader. Jay is a senior Commercial Music ma-

jor from Covington, Georgia, and is active in Sigma Chi Delta. Both are former Tower Team leaders.

Tyrus Smartt and Laura Beth Nichols (Left), Jason Harper and Jennifer Carter (Lower left), and Scott Parker and Charlynn Carter (Below) were all finalists in the Homecoming competition. (Photos by Lura West)

(Right) The kitchen of the Campus Ministry Center becomes a source of culinary delight during the Italian Fiera. (Below) Topping off the Italian cuisine is a trip to the dolce (dessert) table. Mama Mia! (Photos by Margaret Howell)

International Festival or the second consecutive year, the Department of Literature and Language sponsored the International Festival, a collection of events to focus attention on the variety of cultures represented in the world.

The festival began on January 23, 1996, with a presentation of the various Study Abroad programs available to Belmont students -- Germany, Russia, Mexico, France, Britain and Australia, and China. Subsequent events included focuses on Italian, French, Spanish, British, Russian, Japanese, and Chinese cultures. The events included music, food, and other facets of the cultures.

(Above) Sampling the Italian culture, Amy Whittimore, Todd Smith, Jennifer Metheny, and Steve Kohl develop a true taste for Italia. (Right) As any Italian fest is incomplete without pasta, Jeannie Brown and Kay Slate examine the spaghetti options. (Photos by Margaret Howell)

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"Learning about another culture on campus was great. The chance totravel abroad for the real thing will be incredible!"

(Right) Professor Julseth chats with two students about the possibilities of studying in Mexico. Ole! (Photo by Lura West)

(Above) Adele Robertson and Angie Stevens read about the possibilities duf the Mexican Fiesta in the Rafters, while other students go ah° and sign on the dotted line. (Photo by Lura We

(Below) Students and faculty alike enjoy the International Festival. (Photo by Margaret Howell)

(Above) Though the Festival was closer to Valentine's Day than the Christmas lights in the background would indicate, attendees all had a merry time. (Photo by Kay Slate) (Left) The colors of the Mexican flag accent the culinary delights which await. (Photo by Lura West)

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alloons, candles, and refreshments? It's gotta be a party -- International style! (Photo by Lura West)

A Time to Dance...

here is a time to dance, and Belmont students know that time well!

Homecoming, Christmas, Valentine's Day, Harvest Party ... they're all great holidays, great for having a dance, that is. Though Belmont's western cousin, Baylor University, just had its first "official" dance in the spring of '96, the Nashville branch of the family has had this tradition for several years. Zeta Chi Delta sponsored the popular "Sadie Hawkins Dance" on November 11, 1995, in Neely Dining Hall. Popular, because the women got to grab their favorite fellow for the festivities. The Opryland Hotel hosted the Mistletoe Ball, an annual tradition sponsored by the Junior Class, on December 1, 1995. The program, advertised as "The Formal Event of the Year", invited students to kick off the Christmas. season in celebratory fashion. Later on, Student Government Executive branch sponsored the Homecoming dance, a celebration of the Bruin victory over cross-town rival Trevecca Nazarene. This winter fest (complete with a snowstorm!) took place in early February, 1996. The Residence Hall Association got into the picture by hosting the annual Spring Gala in April. The Gala, a spring formal, foreshadowed the coming of exams and the end of spring semester. In addition to these "foot functions", other Belmont students and faculty "scooted their boots" to the sounds of country music in line dancing classes. Whatever the musical style, whatever the dance steps, someone at Belmont knows how to do it! (Top) Surprise! The camera catches Tonya Elkins, Jeff Fallis, and an unidentified Limbo dancer. (Right) Jeremy Euer, Keith May, Angela Franklin, and friends enjoy the Sadie Hawkins Dance. (Photos by Lura West)

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elmont's Music Business program took a giant step in November of 1995 when its name was officially changed to the Mike Curb Music Business Program. Curb, owner of Curb Records

(one of Nashville's most successful independent labels) made a significant financial commitment to the Music Business Program during the University's capital funds campaign. Upon this commitment, Belmont approached

Curb with the idea of naming the program for him. At a special Convocation in Massey Auditorium on November 3, 1995, Belmont recognized the new relationship. Curb spoke to a

crowded auditorium and expressed his appreciation for the University. President Troutt and Bob Mulloy, Associate Dean for Music Business also spoke, giving accolades to Curb.

Music Business Department Named in Honor of Mike Curb

(Above) Mike Curb, owner of Nashville's Curb Records, speaks to a crowded Massey Auditorium upon the Convocation which announced the presentation of the Mike Curb Music Business Program. (Photo by Lura West)

Career Expo H Opening Student Job O ortunities

undreds of Belmont students participated in the annual Career Expo on October 26, 1995. The Expo, sponsored by Belmont's Office of Career Services, took place in Neely Dining Hall from noon to 3:30 pm and included over 60 employers.

Underclassmen were free to explore various career possibilities, while many seniors were actively job hunting. But even if one's options seemed limited, no one came away empty; the program also offered Convocation credit.

(Left) This student enjoyed the chance to speak with reps from EMI Christian Music Group, one of over 60 employers attending the Career Expo. (Below) With eye-catching table decorations, the Frieda James Personnel Agency was a popular Career Expo destination. (Photos by Lura West)

You Just Never Know (Right) Toby Leonard avoids parking problems by twowheeling his way through campus. (Photo by Lura West)

(Above) Eight wheels provide another way through campus. Unfortunately, he went by so fast we didn't get his name! (Photo by Lura West) (Right) Nashville bagpiper Houston Bonnyman joins Belmont student Christopher Lind for a Celtic music serenade in the amphitheatre. (Photo courtesy of Christopher Lind)

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(Top) What a life! (Above) Proving the old adage that "there's always another use for a cement dog," Jill Phillips enjoys her new pet. (Photos by Lura West)

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(Left) Jack Chambers and Leslie Hasty share an affectionate scene in On the Verge. (Below) Duncan Turner and Russell Cochran whoop it up in Lone Star. (Photos by Weston Smith)

he players of Belmont Little Theatre again delivered a series of intriguing performances during 1995- 96. A varied lineup of productions added interest to what is always a well-produced and well-acted repertoire. Fall semester's productions included Lone Star and Bourbon and Laundry in October and An Evening of One Acts, performed November 16-19, 1995. Spring semester offerings included Dancing at Lughnasa in February and On the Verge in April. The intimate setting of Little Theatre continued to enhance the performances of these talented students. (Left) A seemingly care-free Kara Watts stars in The Problem. (Photo by Weston Smith)

More Little Theatre

(Above) In Haiku, Judi Stephenson, Shelly Denison, and Karina Flynn portray a family dealing with autism. (Right) Spotlighting some of the (often comedic) relationships between the sexes, Mandy Price stars in The Kissing Scene. (Photos by Weston Smith)

(Left) Three of five unmarried sisters in a 1930's Irish family, Maria Keinanen, Chandelle Binns, and Kara Watts star in Dancing at Lughnasa. (Below) Comedy abounds as Heather McMahon, Chandelle Binns, and Mandy Price portray Texans in Lone Star. (Photos by Weston Smith)

Belmont Men

hese two pages are dedicated to an outnumbered minority Belmont's men!

Far from being an endangered species Belmontius guyus is alive and well on campus. As noticeable from the photos on these pages, he studies, he exercises, he plays, he even wears wigs and rides pseudo-motorcycles! His work habits are admirable -- many hold jobs in addition to their school work -- as are his living conditions. Most live off campus, but those who inhabit the environs of Adelicia's homeplace tend to live in Heron, Pembroke, or the lower level of Hail Halls. Those who prefer a less communal experience on campus tend to choose Bruin Hills/Colonial Village or Belmont Commons.

(Right) Prepared to set on the sand volleyball court, it's one of the McLaughlin twins either Trevor or Gavin! (Below) With Kevin Fields around, there's no wonder so many folks report seeing Elvis! (Photos by Lura West)

(Left) Whoever this is (and we have no idea) and whatever he's doing (ditto), he seems to be happy about it! (Below) Donning shades against the autumn sunshine, Ryan McMillan enjoys a gazebo study break. (Photos by Lura West)

(Above) Craig Johnson takes advantage of the Bunch Library's audio facilities. (Photo by Lura West)

(Below) A wave and a smile from Stefani Matranga match the bright sunshine on Circle Drive. (Photo by Lura West)

(Above) Even a cellular phone can't hide a smile like this one! (Right) Bearing a heavy load, Lynette Brehm and Zhenya Lindseth unload on move-in dav. (Photo bv Lura West)

The Ladies of Belmont L est the "politicallycorrect police" come to apprehend the entire Tower staff, these pages are offered in dedication to the women of Belmont.

The Belmont women proved their leadership skills aptly on campus. For the second consecutive year, the Student Government Association president, the Supreme Court Chief Justice, and the Speaker of House of Burgesses were female.

The women's Greek organizations took leadership on campus in a variety of programs -- both social and educational.

On Awards Day, women took home 51 of the 94 awards. Judging from the photos on these pages, Belmont women were active about campus in a variety of settings ... to which the Tower staff says, "Well done!"

(Left) Flashing smiles of friendship, Amy Madeiros and Gina Giovanetti display the comeraderie so common at Belmont. (Photo by Lura West)

(Left) Sisterhood in action with Zetas Christy Fields, Christine Piccione, Elizabeth Conrad, Anna Wilde and Carmen Humphries. (Photo by Lura West) (Below) Dawn Entsminger leads a class in water aerobics in the campus pool. (Photo by Lura West)

(Right) The Whitten Intramural Field makes a pretty good picnic spot for this group of students. Sandwiches, chips, and Pepsi never tasted so good! (Photo by Lura West)

(Right) A Belmont Gothic! (Below) (Clockwise from top) Sarah Curd, Tara Corley, Kresta Brown, and Todd Smith are all smiles during the Spring Picnic. (Photos by Lura West)

elmont has always prided itself in being a small, personal campus. When enrollment for Fall semester, 1995, topped 3000 students, the small nature of the University was called into question. But one characteristic that has not changed during Belmont's rapid growth is the personal touch. Students who come here generally find it easy to get to know one another. This page is dedicated to those friendships.

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(Left)During the falling leaf season, Reid Greven and Jon Ludlow enjoy a stroll through the older part of campus. (Below) Sharing a drink and intense conversation, Eric and Amy Belcher take in a soccer match. (Photos by Lura West)

(Left) The gazebos and hardwoods within Circle Drive provide a great spot to soak up the sunshine and just take a break. (Photo by Lura West)

Belmont Chamber Singers

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he President's Concert, one of Belmont's most highly anticipated annual events, showcased a wonderful variety of groups from the School of Music. Belmont Chorale, Jazzmin, the Jazz Band, and the Belmont Chamber Singers are all featured on this page. A highlight was the gathering of all the performers on stage at once - truly the rafters of Massey Auditorium were shaken! Belmont's reputation for musical excellence remains excitingly merited.

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(Right) Cheering on the Bruins, the Pep Band added a unique atmosphere to basketball games. (Below) The Belmont Orchestra proved the perfect challenge for Yoichiro Etsuki and his violin. (Photos by Lura West)

A melody wherever you go

usic accounts for a tremendous percentage of the majors at Belmont. These perfomers (and the producers, managers, engineers, and technicians who assist them) have come to Nashville seeking to perfect their craft, and the University provides many opportunities to do so. The broad variety of music ensembles at BU give most musicians the chance to explore new sounds, new arrangements, and new ways of expressing their gift.

From blues to bluegrass, classical to country... the list is truly endless! A walk through a residence hall during Practice Hours is enough to convince even the most skeptical critic of the deluge of talented individuals at the University. Will all of these performers become professional? No, perhaps not even most of them. But to express one's musical abilities, to hone and refine those abilities, to know one has done her or his best is the essence of professionalism, regardless of one's vocation.

(Right) Mandolin player Sharon Gilchrist performs on stage at Massey. (Photo by Lura West)

(Left) As entertaining as always, Company proved again why they are one of Belmont's favorites. (Below) Playing the cello in Belmont Orchestra enables Eileen Davis her opportunity for musical expression. (Photos by Lura West)

(Above left) A traditional American music style is alive and well for the Bluegrass Ensemble. (Left) Taking center stage in the School of Music production of The Music Man are Jennifer Metheny and Mark Whatley. (Photos by Lura West)

Welcome to Belmont!! ne thing you can count on at Belmont is the opportunity to see and hear various guests on campus -- speakers, singers, musicians, you name it!

The next few pages provide a view of some of these guests. They came for a variety of reasons. Whatever the reason, though, Belmont students had tremendous opportunities during 1995 - 96 to see and hear some of the best.

(Right) Christian musicians Michael Card and Wes King perform at Massey Auditorium. (Below) Michael W Smith was a featured guest at the Friends For Life benefit concert. (Photos by Lura West)

(Above) Belmont's Missionary-in-Residence, Clara Brincefield, speaks at the Mission Emphasis Day in February. (Photo by Lura West)

(Lett) Christian blues-rocker Ashley Cleveland rocks Massey during the Friends for Life Concert. (Photo by Lura West)

(Left) Christian artist Cindy Morgan speaks to a CMS meeting in the Rafters. (Below) Veteran Christian singer/ song-writer Billy Sprague plays before a Rafters crowd. (Photos by Lura West)

(Left) Belmont alum, Phil Naish returns to speak to a CMS gathering. (Photo by Lura West)

Welcome to Belmont!! N ashville's music industry provides a hands-on educational experience for many Belmont students. Dozens of professionals -- many of them adjunct faculty members -- share their knowledge each year. Those on these two pages were on campus in 1995 - 96.

(Above) Nashville DJ "Hoss" Burns speaks to a Greeksponsored AIDS awareness program. (Above right) Legendary entertainer Charlie Daniels delighted a Music Business seminar crowd. (Right) Producer Michael Omartian speaks as part of the "Grammies in the Schools" programs. (Photos by Lura West)

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n addition to musical guests, various University departments brought athletic and business superstars to speak to campus gatherings.

With the impending move to NCAA status, Belmont's athletic teams and administrators anticipate an increase in the amount of regional and national attention afforded to the University. Such attention will inevitably bring additional celebrities to campus, a development eagerly awaited by many on campus, both athletes and supporters. The School of Business and the Center for Quality were also progressive in bringing local and national speakers to the University campus. These individuals brought insight, innovation, and a real world mentality to their presentations, all essentials for students hoping to following these leaders. (Right) Five-time All NFL player and first recipient of the Jim Thorpe Award, Harlon Hill speaks to an athletic luncheon in October, 1995 (Below) Christie Hauck, founder of Christy Cookies, shares his recipe for success. (Photos by Lura West)

(Top) Forever known as "Goober", George Lindsay delights an athletic luncheon group with his humor and story-telling. (Above) Namesake for Striplin Gymnasium, Larry Striplin, a member of the Alabama Athletic Hall of Fame, addresses an October athletic luncheon audience. (Left) The School of Business invited numerous influential businesspersons to speak on campus. (Photos by Lura West)

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it a tradition.

Over the years the Residence Hall Association has staked its fame on sponsoring the Spring Gala, a springtime formal dinner and dance, often at an exquisite locale in or around Nashville. This year's Gala was organized primarily by Delta Phi Omega, with the assistance of RHA Advisors, Stephanie Wilson and David Boone. And what a gala it was! The Embassy Suites Hotel served as the setting for the April 19 event. The theme, "An Evening in Paradise," proved an apt description for the festivities.

(Top right) Setting a high dance standard, Mike Jay and Jennifer White enjoy the Gala. (Above) Dancing close are Jamie Paulich and Faron LeGarde. (Right) Though sitting one dance out, this couple still looks to be having a great time. (Photos courtesy of Delta Phi Omega)

(Left) Keith Dewey and Wright/ Maddox Residence Hall Director Stephanie Wilson pose for the camera. (Below) Ian Walbrech and Beverly Parrish take a slow dance. (Photos courtesy of Delta Phi Omega)

(Left) A winsome trio, Monica Barkley, Tia Black, and Michelle Thurman were "born to dance"! (Photo courtesy of Delta Phi Omega)

Vision addresses significant issues

(Below) Vision editors Chandler Abstein and Merry Beth Walker offer the campus a dose of professional journalism in the making. (Photo by Lura West

he Vision, Belmont's highly-regarded student newspaper continued serving the campus in unique ways during 1995 - 96. Though The Vision changed editors in mid-year, the paper continued to provide a forum for discussion about happenings at the University as well as an effective means of informing the community.

Merry Beth Ward served as editor during fall semester. During her watch, The Vision addressed such issues as the introduction of the Bruin, the O.J. Simpson verdict, the role of women in society and the deployment of US troops to Bosnia. In spring semester, Chandler Abstein took over the reins as editor. Vision issues during the spring addressed censorship of a student's page on the World Wide Web and the place of sexual discussion in a Baptist university, gender equity and feminism, racism, and the possibility of a Belmont Honor Code. The paper was honored by the 1995 Southeast Journalism Conference as the second-best student-run newspaper in the Southeast for 1995.

(Right) Vision staff: (Left to right) Ann Bucy, Julie Norwood, Lynne Vogt, Chandler Abstein, and Merry Beth Ward. (Photo by Lura West)

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(Left) A proud smile from Holly Shelley as Kathy Jordan attaches the Nursing pin. (Lower Left) Shining on a new nurse's sweater is the Belmont Nursing pin. (Below) A sense of satisfaction and joy exudes from Jennifer Holland and PJ Salvador at their pinning service. (Bottom) Sharing a bouquet of roses, Julie Rennell and Kathy Perlov beam with pride after receiving their pins. (Photos by Lura West)

Nurses recognized in Pinning Ceremony n addition to a diploma, School of Nursing graduates are also honored with the long-standing tradition of "pinning".

the name of the University thereon. This distinction, a national symbol of the nursing profession, designates those individuals who have completed their course of study in nursing.

In this ceremony, held in conjunction with graduation, the new BSN graduates are "pinned" by members of the faculty with a commemorative pin with their degree and

Though the School of Nursing celebrated its new offices and classrooms, the "pinning ceremony allows contact with an old tradition.

"And the winner is ... "

highlight of Spring semester is the annual Awards Day celebrations. Held on successive Wednesdays, the celebrations recognize outstanding academic and leadership achievement by students in individual schools and throughout the University as a whole. Recognition ceremonies in the individual schools for Spring ' 96 were held on April 17. Each of the University's six schools recognized individuals

(Right) Listening intently to Dr. Ginger Justus, 1995 Chaney Distinguished Professor, are Drs. Gabhart, Warren, and Entsminger. (Photo by Lura West)

(Above) Winner of the "Most Outstanding Physical Education Major" award, Gary Rankhorn proudly displays his plaque. (Right) Receiving the Leu Art award from Jim Meaders, Chair of the Art Department, is Mary Ann Puckett. (Photos by Lura West)

within that school who had made outstanding contributions through the year and/ or that person's career at Belmont. A week later, on April 24, the University recognized those students who distinguished themselves on a Belmontwide basis during 1995- 96. The photos on these pages note several of the winners. A complete listing is included on pages 117- 118 and 121.

(Below) Receiving the "Robert E. Mulloy Engineer of the Yea' award is Jim Jernigan. (Photo by Lura Wes!

(Left) Music Business Achievement winner, Tiffany Dunn, receives her award from Associate Dean Bob Mulloy. (Below, left) Dr. Steven Murphree presents to Outstanding Student of Biology Clark Smith. (Below) Recipient of both the "Charles Treadway Award" and the "Helton Outstanding Student of Religion", Tim Dean is congratulated by Dean Steve Simpler. (Bottom) Massey Auditorium served as site of the University Awards Day. (Photos by Lura West)

GRADUATION:

December Style M erry Christmas'' came early to a large number of Belmont graduates in December, 1995. Approximately 225 graduates (the largest fall semester graduating class in school history) celebrated the awarding of their degrees in a ceremony in Striplin Gymnasium on December 15.

Dr. Henry Ponder, retiring president of Fisk University, delivered the commencement address.

Due to the large number of graduates (about a third larger than usual) the ceremony was moved from Massey Auditorium to the gym.

(Above right) Belmont's largest December graduating class fills the floor of Striplin gymnasium. (Above) Massey School graduate Jenny Katherine Bond (a.k.a. "Santa") displays her Master's degree. (Photos by Lura West)

(Above) President Troutt gives a smile and handshake to Gofir Kholmurod'' a business graduate from Uzbekistan. (Photo by Lura Wes'

Above right) With a smile of gladness, Belmont students celebrated .he long a · d -awaited walk across the stage. '.~~ove) Retiring Fisk University president, Dr. Henry Ponder, addresses the December graduates. ~Right) Dean of the Massey School Dr. Bill Lindsley, places the hawton a new Masters dogn "]e. (Photos by Lura Wes~

Showers can't dampen spirits of • spring graduates

hough forced indoors by early morning showers, May's graduation proved an exciting conclusion to the Belmont "careers" of several hundred graduate and undergraduate students.

Rain showers moved through Nashville on the morning of May 11, prompting the decision to move the graduation ceremonies from the West Amphitheatre into Striplin Gymnasium. Since the University began the practice of holding May graduation in the amphitheatre, this marked the first year that rain had forced a move. A near-record crowd jammed into the gym to hear Dr. Troutt address the graduates. The two-hour program ended in time for graduates and their families and friends to exit into bright sunshine and a warm spring day.

(Above) Accounting graduate Kim Ha is all smiles upon exiting Striplin Gymnasium after receiving her diploma. (Right) With a sense of both expectancy and relief, May's graduating class heard Dr. Troutt's message with anticipation. (Photos by Angela Brandon)

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run an Grin and bear it - that's what so many students do as finals approach and the stress hits them the hardest. For some, the essay tests are the easiest, but others feel that multiple choice tests are really the fairest. These differing opinions show some of the diversity among students. It's these wonderful differences that students learn to accept as they grin and bear it.

Dr. William E. Troutt President

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Dear Friends: I hope you will find this edition of The Tower to be an especially memorable record of your Belmont experience. In years to come, reviewing this annual will be an even more meaningful experience. The 1995-96 academic year has been very meaningful for Belmont as we have continued to make improvements in all aspects of university life. It has been especially gratifying to see the advent of a new Belmont mascot. The "Year of the Bruin" has been a good one in every way, and I hope you will enjoy the work of the Tower staff in capturing so many special memories. My very best wishes to you for the days ahead. May God richly bless you in all your future endeavors. Sincerely,

William E. Troutt President WET/ed

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Faculty/Staff Dane Anthony

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John Arnn Music

Norma Baker Psychology

Martha Barr Nursing

Ronald Barrett Biology

Al Baugh Conference Services

Grace Berg Humanities

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Bill Camp Business

Donna Campbell Humanities

Stephen Campbell Math

Carolyn Carrico Food Services

Deborah Chenoweth Alumni/ Athletics

Howard Cochran Business

Bill Colclough Student Affairs

Colonel James Cook Math/ Computer Science

Julie Coulter Student Affairs

MaryDeMoss Safety /Security

Eleanor Dunn President's Office

Faculty/Staff Jim Early Information Systems

Morris Early VP for Facilities

Vernona Elliot

Kris Elsberry Music

Cliff Eubanks Business

Richard Fallis Dean of Humanities

Greg Faulk Business

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Lois Finch Nursing

Tim Fisher Quality /Professional Development

Tina Hunt Frost Nursing

Becky Fulcher Frist Center

Herbert Gabhart Chancellor

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Faculty/Staff Tanya Gentry Conference Services

Susan Giesecke Frist Center

Paul Godwin Music

Laura Granstaff Career Services

Robert Gregg Music

Shirley Griffin Human Resources

Pam Hazelwood Quality /Professional Development

Susan Headrick Math/ Computer Science

Belmont Un;: Mer University. May I help you?" Peering over the desk, Michael rcer provide vides info for campus callers. (Photo by Angela Brandon) ..+.

Faculty/Staff Harry Hollis Business

Gary Hunter Information Systems

Jo Ellen Hunter Bookstore

Linda Hutchison Math/ Computer Science

Patricia Jacobs Career Services

Kelly Jones Admissions

Kim Kelton Development

Tim Kelton Safety & Security

Proudly displaying the University mace, 1995 Chaney Distinguished Professor Ginger Justus leads the Baccalaureate procession. (Photo by Lura West)

Faculty/Staff Diana Killingsworth Bookstore

Anne Kimmel Music

James Kimmel Music

Kurt Kirtin Bookstore

Travis Klopfenstein Athletics

Peggy Ledbetter Dean of Nursing

Suzanne Matheny Dean of Students

Charlsie Matthews Career Services

Otis McCown Math/Computer Science

Scott McPhee Physical Therapy

James Meadors Art

Raymond Medley Math/ Computer Science

Faculty/Staff Sylvia Morris Library

Deborah Nunn Conference Services

Dianne Oliver Religion

Mary Frances Phenicie Library

Sandra Posey Education

Don Purdy Auxiliary Services

William Pursell Music

Barbara Rains Math/Computer Science

Donald Ramage Dean of Sciences

Dorlene Reese Food Services

Yvonne Robison University Relations

Bill Rodenbuecher Food Services

Faculty/Staff Michael Ruffin Religion

Susan Saunders Human Resources

Marvin Schoenecke Student Affairs

Evelyn Scholar Writing Center

Lynne Shores Nursing

Debbie Simpler Behavioral Sciences

Beth Sims Music

Laura Skaug Theater

Kathy Skinner Student Affairs

Kay Slate Study Abroad

Angela Smith Music

Dale Smith Auxiliary Services

Faculty/Staff Lois Smith Education

Richard Smith Quality & Professional Development

Veronica Smith Post Office

Tom Starling Student Affairs

Norma Stevens Education

Tammye Tanksley Student Affairs

Bill Thompson Physical Education, Health & Wellness

James Tillman Athletics

Michelle Tooley Religion

William Troutt President

Jerry Warren Provost

James Watkins Food Services

Faculty/Staff Don Watson Admissions

Judith Watson Belmont Central

Gary Welling Post Office

Vance Wilson Library

Betty Wiseman Physical Education, Health & Wellness

As soccer coach Ronnie Littlejohn watches on, Lynn Woodward "captures the moment" on videotape. (Photo by Lura West)

Seniors Tracy Abney Music Mableton, GA

Chandler Abstein Speech Communication Nashville

Fuhied Alayuni Accounting Nashville

Brad Alexander Criminal Justice Kingston Springs, TN

Neal Anderson Management Brentwood, TN

Beverly Barnes Music Business Harker Heights, TX

Christy Barnes Spanish Nashville

Trenna Barnes Commercial Music Tulsa, OK

Claudia Barth Exchange Dresden, Germany

Ann Rose Belcher Music Business Paducah, KY

Sandra Bernhardt Exchange Cera, Germany

Deron Bisbikis Music Business Oak Lawn, IL

Seniors Matt Black Music Business Elizabethtown, KY

Candide Boggs Music Business Owensboro, KY

Amy Bourque Music Business New Iberia, LA

Cheryl Brown Finance Nassau, Bahamas

Terria Butler Commercial Music Yelm, WA

Vanessa Cardwell Music Business Laredo, TX

Zac Childs Music Business Kingsville, TX

J.C. Christian Religion Eagleville, TN

SUR 20 Ly:EH4et.seelet2-he tee.19 8595S: fr graalS[{S thesymnyg. Pie-Recitatigi is a necessary evil - even atng seniors! (Photo by Angela Brandon)

Seniors Benji Cowart Music Business Hendersonville, TN

Larissa Daniels Broadcasting Baldwin, MO

Lindy Davison Communication Arts Paducah, KY

Scott Dayvault Music Business Kannapolis, NC

Timothy Dean Religion Morris Plains, NJ

Michael Dooley Social Work Franklin, TN

Nikole Elmore Psychology Dickson, TN

April Faircloth Hospitality Management Park Hills, MO

Nancy Fentress Commercial Music Cincinnati, OH

Nathan Forrest Marketing Murfreesboro, TN

Heather Greer English Kingston Springs, TN

Kim Hoa Ha Accounting Nashville

Dreading h is • next c 1 ass, Kelly Courter makes his way through the courtyard a t M assey B usmess • c enter. (Photo by Angela Brandon) $ks

Seniors Mark Haden Music Business Christiansburg, VA

Julie Harper Broadcasting Bruceville, TX

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Chris Hughes Music Business Florence, KY

Hugh Hunter, III Religion Lebanon, TN

Thomas Hutchison

Mike Jay Commercial Music Covington, GA

Barbara Jones Philosophy Nashville

Seniors Rob Jones Management Nashville

Maria Keinanen Church Music Cloquet, MN

Gofir Kholmuradov Economics Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Kristin Koval Music Business Syracuse, NY

Charles Lackey Instrumental Performance Ashville, AL

Simone Lang Exchange Karl-Marx Stadt, Germany

Jason Lankford Mathematics Madison, TN

Anthony Lassiter Music Business Irmo, SC

Nursing students "invaded" Belmont Heights Baptist Church for their classes in Fall, 1995. Faculty offices were also located at the church. (Photo by Anglea Brandon)

Seniors Stephanie Lindsley Music Business Vancouver, WA

Erich Mahnke Music Business Nashville

Julia Marston Child Care Adminstration Nashville

Stuart Matthews Music Business Raleigh, NC

Heather Mayberry Criminal Justice Snohomish, WA

H. L. McConnell Art Blairsville, GA

Amy Medeiros Nursing Fremont, CA

Leigh Messick Nursing Old Hickory, TN

James Minnis Pre-Medicine Pegram, TN

Elaine Moore Social Work Nashville

Jennifer Newman Nursing Franklin, TN

Leslie Parrish Commercial Music Loveland, OH

Seniors Daniela Petzoid Exchange Muelsen, Germany

Penny Pine Religion Pensacola, FL

Maria Ponto Music Business Nashville

Tommy Poyner Religion Brentwood, TN

Lamar Raley Music Business Gainesville, FL

Julie Reliford Music Business Franklin, TN

Jeni Repp Religion Lakewood, CO

Trudie Richardson Music Business

Palmetto, GA

John Robinson Music Business Bridgeton, NJ

Chris Rogers Religion Newport News, VA

Carol Rukunda Psychology Dayton, OH

Jenny Rust Biology Old Hickory, TN

Seniors Jeannie Rutherford

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Richard Ryan Religion Hendersonville, TN

Leigh Scheuerman Finance Brentwood, TN

Valerie Scruggs Marketing Nashville

Gloria Shackelford Music Business Wauchula, FL

Beth Sims Office Administration Franklin, TN

Deanna Smith Biology Nashville

James Smith Music Business Detroit, MI

Jeffrey Smith Accounting Nashville

Hagan Stone Journalism Clarksville, TN

Tammy Story Child Care Administration Monroe, TN

Carla Strassle Psychology White House, TN

Seniors Dana Tague Nursing Kentwood, MI

April Taylor Music Business Montgomery, AL

Jorin H. Taylor Sociology Nashville

Felicity Tidwell Accounting Fairview, TN

Cynthia Tipton Art Knoxville, TN

C. Richard Toomey Music Business Ketchum, ID

Ben Travis Commercial Music Dawson Springs, KY

Matthew Turner Music Business Worton,MD

Lisa Wagner Commercial Music Fredericktown, OH

Duffy Walls Marketing Hendersonville, TN

Merry Beth Ward Broadcasting Nashville

Jennifer Welch Marketing Nashville

Seniors Kay Wells Psychology Nashville

Lura West Music Business Modesto, CA

Christi Weston Music Business Chesapeake, VA

Amy Whittimore Management Chattanooga, TN

Diana Wiggins Music Business Livingston, TX

Simone Wolford Music Business Kansas City, KS

Margaret Young Music Business Fayetteville, TN

Drew Langer and Anthony Lassiter cheer the nouveau Bruins to a Striplin Gym win. (Photo by Lura West)

Juniors Brenda Allanson Chicago, IL

Christy Asher Louisville, KY

Bradley Basar Williamsburg, MI

Eric Belcher Burns, TN

Jennifer Billington Hillsboro, IL

Tia Black Decatur, AL

Carrie Blackmer Skaneateles Falls, NY

Angela Bredt Geneseo, IL

Randy Brown Forest, MS

Valorie Bush Old Hickory, TN

Julie Callahan Cookeville, TN

Kimberly Carrafa Southington, CT

Corey Chambers Millersburg, OH

Jenny Chambers Pegram, TN

Stephanie Cheatham Nashville

Travis Claybrooks Nashville

Amy Click White House, TN

Todd Colburn Owasso,OK

Jennifer Cole Cookeville, TN

Angela Davis Nashville

Juniors Rich Dilts Washington, IL

Amy Dixon Indianapolis, IN

Rachel Dixon Bothell, WA

Timothy Faulk Nakina, NC

Allison Flexer Waverly, TN

Jeff Ford Nashville

John Frost Lebanon, TN

Chris Garner Southside, AL

Gina Giovannetti Elmwood Park, IL

Stephanie Graves Nashville

Lorrie Greenway Cartersville, GA

Molly Grisham Chatham, IL

Jenny Hamilton Pelham, AL

Andy Harding Janesville, WI

Tina Harris Ashburn, VA

Brandon Hart Rainbow City, AL

Christy Higdon Mayfield, KY

Tammy Hillebrand Spring Green, WI

Juniors Amy Houk Nashville

Nathanael Howry Ardmore, OK

Carmen Humphreys Nashville

Christy Hunniford Nashville

Hideki Inoue Misato-machi, Japan

Trabian Jackson Nashville

Heidi Johnson Whiteville, NC

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Laura Jones Greenbrier, TN

Kezia Kidd Kingsport, TN

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Tracy Lampley Nashville

Veronica Lasher Fort Lauderdale, FL

Zhenya Lindseth Snohomish, WA

Jon Ludlow Oakville, Ontario

Conor Maguire Nashville

Shannon Martin Manchester, TN

Jill Mason Owensboro, KY

Patrick Materna Brixlegg, Austria

Juniors Stefani Matranga Houston, TX

Question:

Compiled by

How valuable is the Belmont University yearbook to you?

Ann Bucy

and Chandler Abstein

Alison McCommons Redding, CA

Lynelle McCollough Blue Springs, MO

I think it's important It omott mg that marks this point in time in our live It will be nice to look back at years from

now·

"It 's

not

Becky McGee Nashville

very

valuable because there s never any pictures of me."

Jennifer McNeely Evansville, IN Heather Smith junior

religion/elementary ed. "I really don t Hunk that it's that important. I also don't see how it could be worth

$35,000."

Prom "Vision Voices", The Belmont Vision, Volume 46, Number 14. April 26, 1996

Juniors Stacy Messer Lakeland, FL

Tiffany Moore Rochester, IN

Jennifer Newell Hamilton, IN

Sarah Norman Pikeville, KY

Katie Powell Boaz, AL

Miriam Price Decatur, AL

Michelle Reeder Brentwood, TN

Jonelle Rein Antioch, TN

J. Rhoades Homer City, PA

Melissa Roberge Manchester, NH

Lisa Rondinelli Cincinnati, OH

Chris Rosenstone Barlow, KY

Jennifer Rushing Nashville

Antonieta Ryan Antioch, TN

Sharon Seabolt Roswell, GA

Lance Sewell Southaven, MS

Rachel Shaddix Lawrenceville, TN

Angela Shaw Louisville, KY

Dea Smith Decatur, IN

Tarryn Smith Decatur, IN

Juniors Allyson Sneed Nashville

Kim Stanfill Cordova, TN

Carla Sullivan Nashville

Erin Sumrall Grady,NM

Brett Tate Lewisville, NC

Jennifer Titus Herndon, VA

Carrie Vaughn Nashville

Matt Vavrock Benwood, WV

Ian Walbrech Cincinnati, OH

Todd Warren Franklin, TN

David Weatherspoon Nunnely, TN

Rebecca Wegner Metamora, IL

Melissa Welsh Adrian, MI

Jennifer White Nashville

Deborah Williams Nashville

Diana Wood Raleigh, NC

Chris Woodruff Franklin, TN

Kaci Woolbright Lawton,OK

Sophomores Hitomi Adachi Lenoir City, TN

Bradley Bailey Roanoke, VA

Angela Balser Goodletsville, TN

Rachelle Barker Norwood,OH

Ryan Beck Goodletsville, TN

Seana Beeler Goodletsville, TN

Abbey Benton Princeton, KY

Bradley Binder Breinigsville, PA

Jill Boles Madison, AL

Catherine Boren Burke, VA

Lynette Brehm San Antonio, TX

Maggie Britt Brentwood, TN

Jennifer Busby Mankato, MN

Daniel Calves Wauchula, FL

Mary Caroway Charlotte, NC

Jennifer Carter Wexford, PA

Ryan Chambers Nashville

Isabelle Climer Dyersburg, TN

Christopher Crawford Lebanon, TN

Charlotte Dahms Nashville

Sophomores Bart Dalton Nashville

Ashley Davis Lawrence, KS

Jenn Deweese Spring, TX

Laura Doud Arlington, VA

Ann-Marie Edwards Madison, TN

Tonya Elkins Fairfield Glade, TN

Jodi Feener Olive Branch, MS

Judi Feener Olive Branch, MS

School of Business Awards Accounting Award Jeffrey R. Smith Finance Award Kevin D. Weimer Hospitality Management Award Yoko Hoshino Infor: rmation Systems Management Award Thy T. Vu Management Award Mar Amy K. Whittimore arketing Award Patrick H. Materna Office Administration Award Marie E. Sims 0 utstanding Freshman Music Business Major Victor Sorrell, Billy Prince 0 utstanding Senior Music Business Major R Lamar Raley obert Mulloy Engineer of the Year Award Mi - . James Jernigan usic Business Achievement Award Mus. "ffany Dunn usic Business Internship Award . Chris Moon Financial Executive Institute Academic Honors Award Wan Rebecca A. Fields all Street Journal Student Achievement Award Faith Maxwell I nstitute o of M anagement Accountants Award S Rebecca A. Fields chool of Business Outstanding Student of the Year Rebecca A. Fields ati

School of Music Awards Outstanding Freshman Music Major Award Rick Padgett Outstanding Sophomore Music Major Award Marjorie Landgrave Outstanding Junior Music Major Award Kim Venhuizen Outstanding Senior Music Major Award Brian Yandell Music Education Scholarship Jeri Ramsey Roy and Mildred Acuff Scholarship Zachary Clark, Betsy Iglehart, Jennifer Metheny, Rick Padgett, Jayna Renee Smith Barton Barrett Church Music Scholarship Tina Milhorn, Stephen Saari Betty Skelton Brewer Church Music Scholarship Jason Pearson, John Ray James A. Ferguson String Scholarship Emily Kobus Adrian and Doris Gregg Honor Orchestra Scholarship Emily Kobus Florence Esther Mathis Scholarship Tim Powell Duncan A. Nelson Commercial Music Scholarship David Sabine Elizabeth Wall Piano Scholarship Virginia Roby Johnnie Wiley Music Scholarship James Eric Jones, Irene Davis, Jason Pearson

Sophomores School of Humanities Awards Frank Russell Leu, III Art Award Mary Ann Puckett Marie Hackl Means Award in Psychology Carla Strassle, Christy Spears Louise Carter Fallis Award in Social Work Amy Durham First Amendment Freedom Award Chandler Abstein Vision "Rookie-of-the-Year" Award Ann Bucy Outstanding Theater Student Award D. J. Qualls Outstanding Contribution by a New Student Donald Griffiths Outstanding Student Teacher in the Elementary School Kathryn Jones Outstanding Student Teacher in the Secondary School Julie Deatherage Outstanding Elementary Graduate Shari Jackson Outstanding Secondary Graduate Shannon Bramblett Outstanding History Student Adam W. Davidson John W. Burgess Award Jarrett Hale Outstanding Political Science Student Jenny Witcher Carl J. Chaney Award Paulo Boero Virginia M. Chaney Award Dianne Sims

Andrea Flowers Meeker, OK

Julie Franklin Ardmore, TN

Katrina Fuqua Nashville

Jennifer Gilliam Valley Mills, TX

Eric Goodman Marietta, GA

Reid Greven London, Ontario

Andy Gullihorn Manor, TX

Lizabeth Hale Norfolk, VA

School of Humanties Awards (continued) Ruby Peoples Treadway Award Sonda Leonard Literature & Language Writing Awards Heather Greer, Harold K. Whitton, Ryan Lehning Williams-Murray Freshman Writing Award 101 Joanna Langworthy Williams-Murray Freshman Writing Award 102 Connie S. Buff Alfred Leland Crabb Award Jenny Witcher - First Place David Petschulat -- Second Place Outstanding Philosophy Student John Decker Outstanding Physical Education Major Gary Rankhorn Outstanding Exercise Science Major Heather Alligood Outstanding Health Major Amy Dillard

School of Nursing Awards Florence Nightingale Award Beth Merry Faculty Award Rick White

Sophomores Joyce Hartsell Parrottsville, TN

Brian Harvey Indianapolis, IN

Deborah Hassell Clarksville, TN

April Higuera Londonderry, VT

Crista Hill Bedford, TX

Kathleen Hobbs Decatur, AL

Cathy Hudkins Charleston, WV

LeAndra Jamison Brush Creek, TN

Chad Jeffers Kingsport, TN

Leigh Ann Johnson Madison, TN

Spencer Keck Lexington, KY

Mark Kerrigan Nashville

Denise Kowalewski Nuevo, CA

Kathryn Kuby Decatur, AL

Dave Lambert Maryville, TN

Margie Landgrave Louisville, KY

Jason Leenaarts Copley, OH

Luke Littrell Bon Aqua, TN

Jennifer Love Nashville

Brandee Macy Kernersville, NC

Sophomores John Marshall Irving, TX

Danyell Masters Nashville

Gabriel McHugh Nashville

Holly McKee Silverton, OR

Kirsten Meadors Portland, TN

DannyMemeo Santa Clara, CA

Scott Mersereau Fanwood, NJ

Elizabeth Moga Cedarsburg, WI

Andra Moran Nashville

Natasha Morgan Buena Vista, GA

Dorinda Moss Lyles, TN

Michele Muench Bellingham, WA

Amy Napier LaFayette, TN

Angela Orth Erie, MI

John Parker Dixon, KY

Beverly Parrish Loveland, OH

David Passante Dumont,NJ

Kandice Penny Nashville

Jill Phillips Chesapeake, VA

Sarah Plemons Mount Vernon, IL

Sophomores Sharra Poirier School of Religion Awards Roy A. Helton Outstanding Student Award Timothy Dean Belen C. Tullock Scholarship for Women in Ministry Award Sarah Plemons American Bible Society's Outstanding Greek New Testament Scholar Award J. C. Christian Tabor Ministerial Award Richard Ryan Landis and John D. Freeman Christian Leadership Award David Lambert, Doris Kung Charles F. Treadway Award Timothy Dean

Medford, NJ

Mary Raymond Clarksville, TN

Thomas Rigsby Nashville

Natalie Roberts Knoxville, TN

School of Sciences Awards Outstanding Student of Biology B Clark Smith, Deanna Smith elmont Clean Earth Campaign Scholarship David Weatherspoon F Allison Schlansker reshman Chemistry Achievement Award p . Tosha Stanley hysical Science Award Rar Jason Lankford "n H. Medley, Jr. Outstanding Senior athematics Award Jason Lankford Jon von Neumann Outstanding Mathematics and Computer Science Award Svetlana Akhumova

Virginia Roby Bardstown, KY

Johannah Rockwell Burke, VA

Meg Sagi Annapolis, MD

University Leadership Awards Henri

rette Richardson Bryan Freshman Award Wa1 Sacha Brown, Shawn Knight alter and Louise Hale Award A Keith May lumni Award for Outstanding Senior Achievement B Deanna Smith yrn Memorial Award J Chandler Abstein erry E. Lambdin Award Senior -- Paulo Boero Rur Incoming Freshman - Dallas Lynn utherford Award Ker Jenny Witcher enneth B. Sidwell Award Luci 'toy Freeman, Amy Whittimore ucile Peak Wardin Award Kay Wells

Janet Sanchez Sunrise, FL

Laura Sawyer Mobile, AL

Allison Schlansker Greer, SC

Sophomores Judith Schwizer Henau, Switzerland

Clare Sevier Lawrenceville, TN

Do we really

need convocation credit? September 29, 1995

Shawna Wl'ig1rt, sophomore

John Silva Huntingdon Valley, PA

Tyrus Smartt Cleveland, TN

"It doesn't respect the rights of students if they aren't Christian. It needs to respect the diversity of the students."

"I don't think it

should be required because most students don't have enough

Lori Lee Smith Lewisburg, TN

time

Weston Smith Eureka, IL Doris Kung sophomore l"I think it's a good

Tom Sofka

thing for discipline, but subjectively it's hard because I don t always haw, enough time."

St. Louis, MO

Rachel Springer Knoxville, TN

Becky Sterner Castleton, ND

Beth Summers Orlinda, TN

"Yes, I think it's a good idea. Being exposed to a variety of things is good."

From "Vision Voices", The Belmont Vi", Volume 46, Number 3. September 29, 19

Sophomores Dena Sykes Nashville

Jodie Thomas Lubbock, TX

Chris Toadvine Louisville, KY

James Troutt Gallatin, TN

Danielle Vardell Mount Juliet, TN

Brittany Vaughan Fairview, TN

Ben Vaughn Sullivan, KY

Jurgen Walde Asuncion, Paraguay

Leah Walton Nashville

Kara Watts Hanover, PA

Billy Weaver Gallatin, TN

Will Webster Nashville

Beth Wiggins Lebanon, TN

Diana Wiggins Livingston, TX

Carlee Wiles Culpeper, VA

Jeremy Williams Arlington, WA

Mark Williams Norfolk, VA

Rodney Wright Murfreesboro, TN

Freshmen Melanie Abbott Fairfax, VA

Holly Ahner Tulsa, OK

Jada Arkovitz Nashville

Jennifer Armstrong Antioch, TN

Amanda Baker McKinney, TX

Heidi Baker Millford, CT

Monica Barkley Nashville

Brian Bauman Troy, MI

Emily Beck Longmont, CO

Rick Borntraeger Bowling Green, KY

Joseph Brant Deseronto, Ontario

Shannon Brickell Franklin, TN

Kresta Brown Panama City, FL

Sacha Brown Celina, TN

Garrett Bussanick Ponte Verde Beach, FL

Brook Christian Eagleville, TN

Kelly Contento Stow,OH

Jaime Cranor Goodletsville, TN

Sarah Curd Howell, MI

Pamela Davis Nashville

Freshmen Rachel DeLary Huntsville, AL

Christine Dillon Alexandria, VA

Shelley Dixon Kingston Springs, TN

Rebecca Dorsey Alcoa, TN

Jim Eaton Franklin, TN

Amanda Eckard Alpharetta, GA

Beate Erikson Dessau, Germany

Jeff Fallis Nashville

Tracy Favorite Pleasant Hill, OH

Christy Fields Hermitage, TN

Karina Flynn Winthrop Harbor, IL

Michele Franklin Pegram, TN

Marisa Gbur West Paterson, NJ

John Glover Gallatin, TN

While Aue ugust graduation was a time for professors to celebrate the the de; departure ot of one cla, ass of se '-ake thepl (PI Seniors, it was also a tine to prepare for another class to take their place. ,+i,

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Freshmen Ashley Gorley Danville, KY

How important is church to you?

Tammy Grieb Beresford, SD

Becky Sterner sophomore

Sarah Griffith

"To me it's very important. The church that I go to is like a second family. It helps me get more focused each week."

Cookeville, TN

Bradley Hamil Nashville

Teressa Howell junior Church is a ocial event and thats what it became to me so that's why I qu t I haven't been in years

Joan Hargan Owensboro, KY

Rachael Harryman Dawson Springs, KY Rich Toomey semor "It is quite important to me. If you don't go to church, you don't have fellowship so you're not accountable to others"

Rebecca Hatzakorzian Hopkinsville, KY

Jessica Hearne

Dave Milner freshman

Bossier City, LA

"I really don t have a faith. The last time I went to church was at a friend's wedding."

Adam Herjeczki Lincoln Park, MI

Mandy laster freshman

Beth Homan

When you go to church it's to learn, but if you read the Bible, you learn It's good to praise God, but l don't think you have to go·

Port Charlotte, FL

From "Vision Voices", The Belmont Vision, Volume 46, Number 2. September 15, 1995:

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Freshmen David Hudson Columbia, TN

Jenny Humphreys Nashville

Josh Hunt Valrico, FL

Allison Ivance St. Paul, MN

Alan Johnson Alpharetta, GA

Cynthia Khoury Murfreesboro, TN

Deborah Kim Nashville

Meredith King West Liberty, OH

Shawn Knight Erin, TN

Suzy Knight Nashville

Emily Kobus Kingsport, TN

AmyKrumel Nashville

Richmond Lam Alpharetta, GA

Lisa Lampman Franklin, TN

Joanna Langworthy Libertyville, IL

Luellyn Latocki Grass Lake, MI

Jared Leifert Troy,MO

Carolyn Lewer Omaha,NE

Kristen Lindell Fenton,MO

Natasha Lindley Jackson, TN

Freshmen Heather Logan Bolivar, TN

Michael Loscalzo Louisville, KY

Kim Mayes Greenbrier, TN

Sandra McCracken St. Louis, MO

Brian McKinney DeQueen,AR

Heather Meers Nashville

Louie Mills Nashville

Stacey Milton Murfreesboro, TN

Lora Mitchell Clarksville, TN

Rachel Mohundro Lansing, MI

Missy Monk Murfreesboro, TN

Misty Moody Franklin, TN

Brent Moore Reynolds, IA

Sara Morgan Paducah, KY

Judith Nawrocki Dusseldorf, Germany

B. K. Parsley Smithville, TN

Todd Pauley Oklahoma City, OK

Jaimee Paulich Marion, IL

Christine Piccione Madison, NJ

Tonya Pugh Crab Orchard, TN

Freshmen Angela Ramler Elsmere, KY

Allison Ramsey Rock Hills, SC

Renee Reutter Nashville

Leann Rhodes Gibson, TN

Student Surveys* Between Fall, 1994, and Fall, 1995, an added 6% of all students stated that they would "definitely recommend" Belmont to their friends.

Approximately half of all students surveyed reported discussing their educational and/or career goals with their academic advisor.

In the same time period, the number of students who reported being "delighted" at the services and treatment they received at Belmont doubled.

Over 55% of students designed their program of study with the aid and guidance of their advisor.

In Fall, 1995, 68% of students regarded their educational experience at Belmont as "excellent" or "very good", up from 62% the year before. The same survey reported that 97% of students surveyed believed Belmont's image in the community was "good", very good", or "excellent."

Almost 80% of students requested the help of their advisor in selecting classes for the semester. Approximately 8% of all students reported registering without the signed approval of their advisor! *Survey results courtesy of Belmont University Office of Quality and Professional Development.

Heather Rife Bristol, TN

Amanda Robinson Lawrenceburg, KY

Christina Robinson Knoxville, TN

Andy Roddick Mandeville, LA

Freshmen Rebecca Root Grandville, MI

Jason Ruff Northampton, PA

Do you feel that foreign language should be part of a required college curriculum? Compiled by Chandler Abstein and Tiffany Halverson

October 27, 1995

Amie Salsman

Andrea 8chere freshman

Bardstown, KY

Andrew Schenck Cleveland, TN

Sara Schmidle

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Germantown, TN

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New Palestine, IN

Trinity Schultz Cincinnati, OH

Susan Scott Murfreesboro, TN

Casey Sexton Rolla, MO

Hallie Smith Intervale, NH

From "Vision Voices", The Belmont Vision, Volume 46, Number 14. April 26, 1996

Freshmen Victor Sorrell Bluefield, VA

John Sparks Paducah, KY

Dennis Spence Largo, FL

Matthew Stafford Gainesboro, TN

Allison Stipe Golden, CO

Jennifer Stutzman White House, TN

Rachele Sweiderk Pennsville, NJ

Linda Travis Murfreesboro, TN

Jamie Underwood Mooers Fork, NY

Larrissa Warner Carrollton, GA

Whitney Wegner Metamora, IL

Christa Wells Nashville

Stephanie Wiessner Plainwell, MI

Jodi Witt Nashville

Sabra Woods Flushing, MI

Amy Worrell Goodletsville, TN

Jill Wright Livingston, TX

Jeanine Wynne Canton, PA

Carrie Zeipelt Newport, MN

Christy Zender New Brighton, MN

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Vith It All the students in organizations at Belmont can definitely understand just having to bear with it sometimes. Balancing schoolwork with organizational duties, particularly around important times like Homecoming can be a hassle, but students, no matter how stressed they may get during these rare times, will always remember at least one enjoyable thing that happened in the process.

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Student Government Association

SGA Executive Cabinet: (Left to right) First Row: Billy Weaver, Lynette Brehm, Tammy Hillebrand (President) Second Row: Jennifer Carter, Anna Wilde, Melanie Ramey, Tibi Vadan (Vice President) Third Row: Carmen Humphreys, Heidi Johnson, Amy Bourque Fourth Row: Tara Ballman, Tonya Elkins Fifth Row: Kevin Herrington, Spencer Keck, Tiffany Dunn (Photo by Lura West)

Freshman Class Officers

Sophomore Class Officers

Junior Class Officers

Senior Class Officers

President: Chad Crawford Vice President: Heather Logan Secretary: Natasha Lindley Treasurer: Brad Hamil Social Director: Susie Knight

President: Jenn Deweese Vice President: Bobby Simmons Secretary: Jodi Feener Treasurer: Ann-Marie Edwards Social Director: Jennifer Metheny

President: Drew Langer Vice President: Scott Parker Secretary: Cari Salek Treasurer: Marcus de Paula Social Director: Kari Schlitt

President: Mike Post Vice President: Brandon Kinney Secretary: Jason Saetbeit Treasurer: Amy Whittimore Social Director: Jeremy Stover

Judicial Members -- 1995 - 96 Supreme Court Justices

Values Court Members

Members

Chief Justice: Teresa Schroeder Brian Carter Jennifer White Monica Owen Matt Chambers Advisor: Bill Colclough

Ginny Owens Jeff Fallis Michael Knight Advisor: Dane Anthony

Phil Erwin Liz Hale Adam Bishop Amanda Ewen Advisor: Terry White

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Court Members Laura Naselli Randy Brown Jennifer Swartz Advisor: Melanie Evatt

SGA "branches" out into new territory or the second year since revising its Constitution, the Student Government Association operated through the three branches Executive, Legislative, and Judicial -- in order to accomplish its purposes of representing the interests of the Belmont student body.

Still attempting to work out the kinks in the new set-up, SGA officers and members faced many challenges similar to those of previous years. Under the leadership of Tammy Hillebrand, the Executive cabinet focused on leadership development through the Executive Leadership Progam (ELP) and on enhancing the campus social life through an enormous variety of activities. ELP, a model of leadership training for other campuses, gave over 20 students the opportunity to learn various leadership skills and perspectives. Through discussions of paradigms, conversations with state leaders, and demonstrations of proper dining etiquette, students developed proficiencies in areas conducive to future leadership development.

Cookie Breaks. we,, breaks, held every other Friday, with the release of the newestVt is1on, re co-spo: k...+ ed pr. *Ponsored by the SGA and an interested Belmont organization. O un T1 12, Z .eta Chi Delta members ran the event. (Photo by Lura West) V isi

SGA-sponsored activities and events included nightly movies on BTV, Community Services days, Blood Drives, Angel Tree, Cookie Breaks, Homecoming, Tailgate Parties, Dances, and the Spring Break Community Service trip to Florida.

Tom Ball senior Greeting freshman Brian Bauman at the Towering Traditions Activity Fair, Heidi Johnson encourages new students to get excited about SGA. (Photo by Lura West)

commercial music perf. "They plan activities. At other schools SGA is in charge of a lot more stuff instead of just social stuff."

"I think they sponsor activities on campus, especially for on-campus students."

"I have no idea."

Senate Members Members of the Senate are elected representatives of individual clubs and organizations on campus. Those organizations which are officially recognized through the campus recognition process are approved to have a Senator. The recognition process included developing and ratifying a constitution, getting approval from the Supreme Court and Student Affairs Council, and a passing vote by the University faculty. During 1995 - 96, over 30 groups held this recognition. In addition to those whose photos are in this section, the groups listed on page 167 were recognized campus organizations

From "Vision Voices", The Belmont Vision, Volume 46, Number 11. March 27, 1996

House of Burgesses Members Elected by their individual school: • Music: Chris Autry, Jason Koon • English: Shawn Knight • History & Political Science: Rebecca Young • Music Business: Charlotte Dahms, Chris Wimsatt and Heidi Baker • Communication Arts: Gan Stone, Michelle Gauvin, Speaker

(Left) Patiently serving sub sandwiches to students while Tibi Vadan demonstrates how great they taste, Melanie Ramey participates in SCA Day. (Photo by Lura West) (Below) A candidate for Freshman Class President, Chad Crawford delivers a speech before other candidates and student voters. (Photo by Lura West)

Christian Groups Share Their Faith in Unique Ways

hough it's never hard to find Christian expression at Belmont, Baptist Student Union (BSU), Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), and Christian Music Society (CMS) seem to be the focus of much of the organized spiritual activity on campus. These groups, among the more active on campus this year, were an influence both on campus and off. BSU is dedicated to providing Belmont students with varied opportunities to grow spiritually, minister to others, and worship the Lord. The group hopes that BSU is a place where believers can come together in the name of Jesus and be encouraged and challenged to live a life pleasing to the Lord and to depart to serve Him. This year was filled with various activities -- both fun and growth-inducing -- including the Experiencing God Bible Study. The Fall Retreat at Camp Hillmont, the Harvest Party at the Maddox farm, and a women's retreat were also highlights. In addition, the group visited Samford University in Birmingham for "Crossroads '96," a Tri-State BSU Convention. Service activities also dotted the landscape through area youth rallies, visits to the Tennessee Baptist Children's Home near Brentwood, and a Spring Break Mission Trip to Williamsburg, Kentucky, where a group participated in the Appalachian Mountain Outreach ministry with Cumberland University. The BSU Leadership Team included: Rachel Springer, Vice-President David Lambert, Discipleship Coordinator Katie Powell, Missions Coordinator Sha Purvis, Events Coordinator Jill Phillips and Brandon Hart, Worship Coordinators

~Left) At a CMS meeting, Whiteheart lead singer Mark Hersmehl (right) and eyboard man Bill Smiley lead a discussion about God. (Photo by Lura West)

On their Spring Tour, Chadasha singers (below) energize an informal worship service. (Photo courtesy of Ann Marie Edwards)

(Left) Chadasha Singers: 1st row: April Neuwirth, Amanda Mayernick, Jill Wright, Jessica Giglione, Andrea Powell, Elizabeth Cios 2nd row: Sharra Poirier, Ann-Marie Edwards, Sara Schmidle, Jaimee Paulich, Natasha Lindley, Tosha Stanley 3rd row: Dax Edwards, Mark Williams, Brian Harvey, Shawn Ellis, Carrie Blackmer, Brian Neuwirth, Melissa Welsh, Ann Rose Belcher, Katie Seager. Soloist: Jeni Stennis-Roller (Photo courtesy of Ann Marie Edwards)

On the Spring Break Mission Trip to Williamsburg, Kentucky (left), BSU members work on the home of the Rainwater family. (Photo courtesy of BSU)

After helping to build a closet in the child's bedroom, Spring Break Mission Trip participant Ben Vaughn (right) clowns around with Christopher Rainwater. (Photo courtesy of BSU) (Below) BSU Officers: (Left to right) Rachel Springer, Brandon Hart, Katie Powell (in tree), David Lambert (kneeling), Sha Purvis, and Jill Phillips. Photo by Lura West)

FCA Urges:

"Come as You Are!"

he Belmont chapter of Fellowship of Christian Athletes made it clear to the entire campus in 1995 - 96: Come As You Are!

With over 150 active participants, FCA became one of the busiest organizations on campus. Wednesday nights at the Rafters brought together athletes, nonathletes, and staff members in a common bond of seeking from where one started, hence the theme, "Come As You Are". Dane Anthony, advisor and Campus

Minister, and Lisa Elkins, FCA officer for publicity and recruiting, both stressed the desire that individuals feel comfortable coming to FCA, regardless of their athletic ability or inclination, their level of spiritual awareness, or even their fashion preference! Just "Come as you are!" According to an article in The Vision (A Knapp McLaughlin, "FCA: It's not just for athletes", The Belmont Vision, Volume 46, Number 4. 11 October 1995.), FCA's membership is heavily weighted toward non-athletes, but still "maintains an inroad to Belmont's athletic teams."

(Below) Leading music during a BSU Worship Service, Jeff Borque(left) and Andy Gullahorn show their love of God. (Photo courtesy of BSU)

!lkins, a setter for the women's volleyball team, wanted to reiterate the o6me organization "we . on t play basketball at our meetings -s ffor everyone."

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support for the Belmont athletic teams by attending games en masse, and by scheduling several of its events or programs around athletic games.

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Support of the athletic teams translated ?e FCA Leadership Team sought to to support of the individual athletes, ake advantage of the multitude of also. According to Anthony, these talent available at Belmont by promot- athletes are under tremendous pressure, ~g a more creative worship style. not just to perform well on the court, NPparantly, the strategy worked! but also to carry well the other presthUtnerous individuals were involved in sures that go along with being a college e worship services, either as leaders or student. He hopes that this support for Participants. the individual athletes eventually leads to the development of team chaplaincy In addit; from within FCA. ition, FCA sought to show its

The campus chapter was apparently immune from some of the disharmony that plagued other chapters, particularly on the high school level. In '95 - '96, it was obvious that the focus of FCA at Belmont was on the "fellowship" and "Christian", not just the "athlete".

(Above) While discussing how to live a Christian life, Campus Minister Dane Anthony lists Bible verses to study on the BSU Fall Retreat. (Photo courtesy of BSU)

(Above) BSU members (left to right) Brian Bauman, Nathan Hill, and Brandon Hart display their carpentry skills during the Spring Break Mission Trip. (Photo courtesy of BSU)

(Left) "See You at the Pole" drew many members of the Belmont community together to worship and pray together. (Photo by Lura West)

(Left) On a Fall Retreat at Camp Hillmont, BSU members enjoyed an energetic worship service. (Photo courtesy of BSU) (Below) Chadasha touched listeners' hearts and lives during their week-and-ahalf long tour of the South. (Photo courtesy of Ann Marie Edwards)

Greek Lif Delta Phi Omega Front Row: Michelle Thurman, Janenne Romindino, Lynette Brehm, Jada Arkovitz, Melani McConnell Back Row: Casie Sexton, Kena Timmons, Charlotte Dahms, Beth Sims (advisor), Rosemary Ingham (advisor), Dani Baker, Monica Barkley, Tammy Hillebrand, Jennifer White (Photo courtesy of Delta Phi Omega)

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Phi Delta Theta Left to right: Kurt Schoenig, Mike McLeroy, Mike Manner, David Pearson, Brian Carter, Lamar Raley, Chris DePriest, Chris Wimsat, Jon Sowg, Matt Chambers, Josh Hunt, Eric Stamper (Photo by Lura West)

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Zeta Chi Delta 1st Row: Heather Rife, Suzy Knight, Nicole Elmore, Lori Greenway 2nd Row: Carmen Humphreys, Anna Wilde, Christy Fields, Lela Frost, Christa Wells 3rd Row: Dorinda Moss, Suzy Wilcox, Jessica Hearn 4th Row: Jenny Humphreys, Kim Mayes, Christine Piccione 5th Row: Elizabeth Conrad (Photo by Lura West)

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Performing before hundreds of women in the Maddox lobby, Sigma Chi Delta pledges, led by Todd Pauley, sing "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling". (Photo courtesy of Sigma Chi Delta)

Sigma Chi Delta: Christian-Focused Fraternity

igma Chi Delta promotes itself as, "A Christian group for men, striving to promote spiritual growth and moral awareness." The group, led by President Mike Jay, began 1995 - 96 by assembling its largest pledge class ever during Fall Rush. Building on this foundation, the men of Sigma Chi Delta sponsored service projects at the Nashville Union Mission, the Donelson YMCA, and the Nashville Angel Tree, benefitting needy children at the Christmas season. Though service was a big part of the organization's activity, a good time was never too far away! SXD sponsored the Christmas Lights Concerts, the Annual Sigma Chi Delta "Shoot Out," and the TCAC Tailgate Party.

Spring Rush included "Sigma Chi Delta Day" on February 16. The group welcomed all interested parties to see what life as a Belmont Greek was all about. Unlike other groups on campus, Sigma Chi Delta felt no inclination to affiliate with a national organization. Their local affiliation has been sufficient and effective since the group's founding in 1992. Sigma Chi Delta was active in the development of the Greek Council in 1995 - 96. Mike Jay, Sigma President, was elected Vice-President of the Council in the February election. He ran unopposed.

Some Notable Greeks No, Alexander the Great and Plato are not the only Greeks who have made a name for themselves. Included on the roles of America's fraternities and sororities are the following memorable individuals ... Neil Armstrong Candice Bergen Paul "Bear" Bryant Johnny Carson Lena Horne George Washington Carver Faye Dunaway Bob Dole John Elway Dr. Seuss William Faulkner

Martin Luther King, Jr. Sandra Day O'Conner Harrison Ford Steven Speilberg Ronald Reagan Carol Burnett David Letterman Henry Ford II Lee Iacocca Jane Pauley Ted Koppel

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Pledges wait solemnly during the Phi Delta Theta induction ceremony. (Photo by Lura West)

Below) It's official! James Urquhart (right)becomes a nember of Phi Delta Theta upon his pinning. (Photo by Lura West)

Phi Delta Theta: Making Belmont History

hi Delta Theta made Belmont history on January 27. On that day, the Phi Delta Theta Interest Group was officially inducted into Phi Delta Theta International Fraternity.

The ceremony, held in the Belmont Mansion, marked the first national or international affiliation of a Greek organization on Belmont's campus. Guests speakers included the Honorable Gary Wade, Nashville judge; Mr. Bill Estes, Nashville Alumni Club President; Mr. Anthony Ambrose, General Council Sigma Chi Delta members participated in several community service events, including volunteering as helpers for the Halloween carnival at the Donelson YMCA. (Photo courtesy of Sigma Chi Delta)

President of Phi Delta Theta; and Dr. William Troutt, University President. The Phi Delts were active on campus and in the community in more than just ceremonial ways, however. They sponsored the Adopt-A-Street program, Angel Tree, fund-raising for the ALS Foundation, Cumberland Cleanup, campus recycling, and the adoption of Harris Hillman School for physically-challenged children. Phi Delt President Matt Chambers was unanimously elected to be the inaugural Greek Council President.

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(Right) The 1995 Sigma Chi Delta pledge class members were known as the Crazy-Soccer-BallHead-Men" during Unity Weekend. (Photo courtesy of Sigma Chi Delta) (Below) The Phi Delts invited Dizzy Icarus to perform during Rush. (Photo by Lura West)

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Phi Gamma Delta: "It Happens to the Best of Us!"

IJI (Phi Gamma Delta) sought to bring a renewed commitment to excellence to campus during 1995 - 96. FIJI, as outlined by Vice-President Tibi Vadan, strives to set themselves apart from the other groups on campus as "gentlemen and scholars living out the concepts of diversity and excellence."

This goal served as the foundation of the group's 1996 slogan, "Phi Gamma Delta .. .it happens to the best of us." Developing from the former Phi Nu Sigma, a local fraternity with a long history on Belmont's campus, the group attained the position of Interest Group for Phi Gamma Delta during 1995. The remainder of the year was spent striving to meet the specifications the national Phi Gamma Delta organization developed in order to attain colonization status.

FIJI's activities included several joint programs with Delta Phi Omega. The groups sponsored a fund-raiser for underprivileged persons (the Pasta Challenge) and a series of AIDS Awareness Week programs, designed to heighten awareness of the perils of the viral killer. Socially, the FIJI men spent a great deal of energy during Rush events, including the annual Disco in FIJI-Land Party at the Mix Factory. On Valentine's Day (opportunely during Rush) the men honored Belmont's ladies by distributing carnations on campus. Phi Gamma Delta's officers were: Bryce Custer President Tibi Vadan Vice-President

Among these specifications were numbers of participants, grade point average, and philanthropic involvement.

Phi Delta Theta members provided an alternative to cafeteria food during Rush. (Photo by Lura West)

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(Right) Kappa Delta Sigma supports Belmont by regular attendance at basketball games; though all the Kappas cheered for the Bruins, several were even official cheerleaders! (Photo courtesy of Amy Bourque) (Below) On March 27, Delta Phi Omega sponsored the First Annual Faculty /Staff Appreciation Night in the Mansion. (Photo courtesy of Delta Phi Omega)

(Right) Kappa Delta Sigma Officers: (left to right) Heather Stephens, Social/Rush Chair; Leslie Allison, Legislative Rep; Amy Bourque, President; Meredith Atchison, Historian; Jennifer Rupley, Community Service Chair/ Chaplain

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Zeta Chi Delta Holding to traditional Greek values eta Chi Delta is Belmont's most tradi tional sorority. Despite the go-ahead from Board of Trustees to pursue national Greek affiliation, Zeta Chi Delta has held steady to their initial organizational course of maintaining a quality, value-centered sorority that is going to remain less expensive and more traditional than the other sororities.

As has been true since the group's inception in the early 90's, Zetas are very active on campus, participating in the Greek Council and in the

Student Government Association. Some of the group's activities for 1995 - 96 included working with underprivileged children, area retirement homes, and assisting in the beautification of the Belmont campus. In addition, the Zetas had fun with the Pledge Surprise Night, formal dance, Pajama Party, and other popular rush parties. Friendship, leadership, and service is more than a motto, it's the foundation for Zeta Chi Delta's sisterhood.

(Above) Amanda Robinson, Jason Boertje, and Whitney Wegner rest during the fun-filled Zeta Pajama Party. (Photo by Lura West)

Kappa Delta Sigma " ...to grow in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man." appa Delta Sigma, a sorority founded and maintained on the value of diversity, made 1995- 96 a year of diversity in its activities and projects.

Being a KO Sig sister involved community service, high academic and moral standards, serving as a leader within and throughout the Belmont community, and growth in unity and friendship. Though the sisters of Kappa Delta Sigma came from differing backgrounds, they were united in one common characteristic the Sisterhood of Kappa Delta Sigma!

Community service projects sponsored by the sorority included: • Walk-a-thon for the American Cancer Society • Adopting a retirement home • Food for the homeless • Recycling in the women's residence halls • Participation in Hands On Nashville • Campus cleanup But the Kappa Delta Sigma sisters never were shy about having fun! KO Sig participates in many campus activities, but also sponsors a great deal of entertainment for the entire campus. Chocolate Christmas Party and "Capture Night" were two of the highlights. In addition, the sisters made time for retreats and mixers in an effort to grow stronger in unity, friendship, and service.

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Delta Phi Omega Leadership and Service ,

elta Phi Omega National Sorority Interest Group is the newest sorority on campus. Members of the group, formed during 1995, represent excellence through leadership in over 25 campus Organizations. The overall chapter Grade Point Average Was over 3.3, and fully one

third of the sisters are graduates of Executive Leadership Program (ELP) of SGA. During 1995- 96, Delta Phi Omega members gave to the campus and community through food drives, a walk for battered women, and the chapter's Beautify Belmont

Day. In addition to service projects, Delta Phi Omega sponsored the first annual Faculty /Staff Appreciation Program in March. During this program, Delta sisters introduced and recognized faculty or staff members who had been influential in their Belmont experi-

ence. In addition, the group recognized their advisors Rosemary Ingham, Beth Sims, and Ellen Sims. Delta Phi Omega closed out the year in seemingly strong position to complete the process for official recognition by their national organization.

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(Above) Speaking at the Faculty/Staff Appreciation Night, Lynette Brehm helps to begin a Delta Phi Omega tradition. (Photo courtesy of Delta Phi Omega)

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Greek Council Elected

elmont's first Greek Council Officers were nominated and unopposed in their election on February 7, 1996. The officers:

Matt Chambers President Mike Jay Vice-President Lorrie Greenway Secretary represent Phi Delta Theta, Sigma Chi Delta, and Kappa Delta Sigma, respectively. The Spring semester, 1996, found the group establishing a strong judicial council, strengthening the Greek Council constitution, addressing peer education of alcohol abuse, creating Advisor Appreciation Week, and preparing for the national affiliation of certain groups. The new officers were committed to establishing consistency among fraternities and sororities, and combating the negative stereotypes which have been associated with Greek life since the late '60s.

The Council worked under the leadership of Tom Starling, initial Greek Advisor in the Office of Student Affairs. Tom, a Sigma Nu from Baylor University, brought extensive Greek experience from Baylor and Texas Christian University. t (Significant portions of this article were written by Tom Starling and originally printed in Greek 2 Me, a publication of the Office of Student Affairs.)

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Left) Socializing at the the Greek Mixer, Beth Sims, Delta Phi Omega "*""or shares a laugh and punch with Delta Phi sisters Charlotte ahms and Jeanine Remondino. (Photo by Lura West) lBelow) Tibi Vadan, far left, enjoys an enviable position as the sole rnan among a gathering of women at the Mixer. (Photo by Lura West)

A Helping Hand hilanthropic service is one of the most important goals of all Greek organizations. Service to the campus and larger Nashville area is a goal which all sororities and fraternities at Belmont are proud to share.

Each organization has a designated philanthropy for which local chapters

(Left) Delta Phi Omega and Phi Gamma Delta members celebrate the completion of the successful Pasta Challenge, which collected pasta goods for needy persons in the Nashville area. (Photo courtesy of Delta Phi Omega and Phi Gamma Delta)

organize fund-raising events. In addition, many chapters donate time to local agencies in support of a particular cause or issue. By dedicating themselves to helping others, Belmont's Greek organizations assist members in the development of moral character and a sense of community

i (Above) For her hard work and outstanding academic performance, Tosha Stanley received the Best Freshman Chemistry Student Award in the School of Sciences Awards Day. Tosha was also recognized by her induction into Gamma Beta Phi. (Photo by Lura West) (Right) Gamma Beta Phi members: (left to right) 1st Row: Steve Davis and Faith Maxwell 2nd Row: Chris Garner, Chad Jeffers, Jennifer Deweese 3rd Row: Tom Lord, Kevin Herrington, Francis Hendrick 4th Row: Amanda Trill, Ashley Davis, Lynette Brehm, Ryan McMillan 5th Row: Liz Tremontozzi, Julie Franklin, Melanie Mc Connell 6th Row: William Alderson, Brian Carter, Tracy Duffold 7th Row: Catie Boren, Kim Stanfill, Allison Flexer (Photo by Lura West)

Phi Eta Sigma Members 1st Row: Blair Dunivan, Ryan Chambers, Kathleen Hobbs, Philip Meade 2nd Row: Lynette Brehm, Tonya Elkins, Thomas Lord, Tracy Duffold 3rd Row: Advisor Suzanne Matheny, Steve Davis, James Courtright, Advisor Dr. Larry Hall (Photo by Lura West)

(Right) Charter Members of Phi Eta Sigma Thomas Lord, Lynette Brehm Chambers, and Tonya Elkins display the society's official certificate after " induction ceremony. (Photo courtesy of Phi Eta Sig1

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means different things to different students, but for all, membership brings honor, recognition and lifetime distinction. Honor societies provide members with Opportunities for academic enrichment, assistance with Career choices and professional development, as well as teractions with students of Similar interests, faculty and active professionals. ome honor societies select embers from all academic disciplines while others invite students who have achieved in Specialized areas; and often ampus leadership and service are, criteria for membership.

Whatever the criteria, honor society members at Belmont enjoy the benefits of an affiliation that broadens their entire educational experience. Established honor societies at Belmont include: Alpha Chi (all academic disciplines) Alpha Psi Omega (theatre) Beta Beta Beta (biology) Gamma Beta Phi Society (all academic disciplines) Kappa Delta Pi (education)* Phi Alpha Theta (history) * Phi Eta Sigma (all academic disciplines) * Phi Mu Sinfonia (music) Phi Sigma Iota (foreign languages) Phi Sigma Tau (philosophy) Pinnacle (all academic disciplines) Psi Chi (psychology) * Sigma Alpha Iota (music) Sigma Beta Delta (business) * Sigma Delta Chi (journalism) Sigma Tau Delta (English)* * Member of Association of College Honor Societies

Freshman Society Established In the Spring of 1995, Professor Larry Hall and Dean Suzanne Matheny presented to the Belmont University Faculty a petition to establish Belmont's first campus society honoring outstanding academic achievement by first year students. The faculty subsequently approved the formation of Alpha Kappa Rho, the name of which is taken from the first three letters of the Greek word "akribao" (meaning to inquire diligently or understand exactly) for the purpose of providing well-deserved recognition to students who have demonstrated an outstanding academic record in the very difficult first year of the university experience.

In the Fall of 1995, twentyfour students were inducted as charter members of Alpha Kappa Rho. Immediately, these charter members began the process to affiliate with Phi Eta Sigma, the oldest and largest national freshman honor society. On April 21, 1996, John Sagabiel, Grand SecretaryTreasurer of Phi Eta Sigma presented the official charter to President Troutt and Provost Warren. Alpha Kappa Rho was hereafter to be known as the Belmont

University Chapter of Phi Eta Sigma.

The MOB Motivates Belmont A 7hat do you say when a V V determined MOB comes your way? If you're at Belmont, you say, "Go Bruins!" The MOB (Motivational Organization of Belmont) has been promoting team and school spirit for about five years.

The group operates between and among other groups on campus to foster greater support for Belmont's athletic teams and attendance at the games and matches. This year's MOB, led by president Tonya Elkins, proved to be a vocal troupe of

fans providing support for the Bruins. Though not officially recognized as a University organization, the MOB has continued to spark interest in student life at Belmont and remains active in various spheres of campus life.

MOB Members: (Left to right) First Row: Heidi Johnson, Tonya Elkins, Shawn Knight Second Row: Julie Franklin, Catie Boren (Photo by Liz Hale)

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STEA Prepares Student Educators S TEA is the Student Tennessee Education Association and provides education majors with opportunities to develop professional identities through contact with individuals and organizations which are involved in education and related fields.

The group is open to all students of Belmont who intend to enter the field of education as a career. Like many co-curricular groups, STEA provides opportunities for students to develop skills and competencies which complement those learned in the classroom.

This year's events included regular meetings which focused on classroom organization and management and preparing to face a class of students "Thirty kids and only one you!" warned one announcement!

As educators at all levels found new challenges facing them, STEA sought to find ways to turn those challenges into successes.

STEA Officers: (Left to right) Dr. Frank Hughes, Faculty Advisor} Michelle Perry, Secretary; Jenny Hamilton, President; Heidi Hornbacher, Vice-President; Hollis Johnson, SGA Representative (Photo courtesy of STEA)

i ~Belo':) French Club Members: Kneeling (left to right) Denise Williams, Isabelle Climer, _Stephani_e C?raves handing (left to right) Cynthia Tipton, Joey Warner, Ginny Peterson, Jennifer Lensgraf, Linda Poziwilko, Thomas Price, Tracy Morell, Amy Walker, Scott Platt, Cheryl Brown -- advisor, Lisa Williams, Shaw Cunningham, Aimee Valiquette, Donna McElroy, Chann Harris, Kara Wiggins, Beth Wiggins, Rafia 'akaria, Maggie Britt Chris Woodruff (Photo by Lura West)

"Parlez Yous Francais?" T aking full advantage of the opportunities provided by the Culture House, the 1995- 96 French Club members offered activities ranging from French food to poetry and music.

The club celebrated the Halloween season by sponsoring a "Soiree costumee et Foire aux jeux." The event, a costume party, complete with costume contest, was held in the Humanities Building. Other fall semester events included a poetry reading and French film in November and a French Christmas Dinner in early December. Most of these events took place in the cultural ambience of the Culture House, 1512 Compton House, one of Belmont's newest integrations of academics and residence life. Spring activities included regular meetings, several of which had interesting focuses. A March meeting urged the campus to come learn about French cooking.

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The club served to help students learn not just about speaking, hearing, and reading the French language but about understanding the fascinating culture of France and the French people.

Accounting Association Serves and Learns E ducating and serving seemed to be the focuses of the Belmont Accounting Association this year -- educating those students who sought to learn accounting and serving the campus at large.

In the learning arena, the group focused seminars on (among other topics) how to open and operate a CPA firm and accounting in the Country Music industry. In February and March, BAA sponsored free income tax assistance for students. Students could bring their W-2 and 1099 forms, interest statements, and any other tax-related materials and have a VIIA volunteer complete the income tax forms for free.

(Right) Waiting the chance to join the party, Dr. Bill Hooper and Lee Young admire the climbing flowers in Dean Ramage's yard. (Photo by Lura West)

I Accounting Club Members: (left to right) 1st Row: Jeff Smith, President; Allison Flexer, Vice-President; Kim Ha, PR Chair; Joy Gray, Secretary 2nd Row: Bradford Vieira, Mary McEnany, 3rd Row: Todd Colburn, Becky Fields 4th Row: Lance Sewell, David Aldridge, Jennifer Saari (Photo by Lura West)

below) Dr. Mike Pinter, protessor ot mathematics, takes part in a washertossing game at the School of Sciences Picnic. (Photo by Lura West)

Math and Science Groups Make a Difference he School of Science sponsors several student organizations -- most of which take a very active role in what happens on campus.

Beta Beta Beta, the Biology organization (also called TriBeta) sponsored much of the recycling that went on at the University during the year. (Advisor Steve Murphree came to be regarded as "Mr. Recycling" to many on campus.) The recycling efforts in offices, classrooms, and residence facilities netted a tremendous savings in paper and glass, particularly. Tri-Beta also sponsored its annual Plant Sale (delayed a week due to snow) in March.

The Belmont chapter of Mathematics Association of America (MAA) met regularly, often sponsoring guest speakers. Included in their programs were a video on "Cracking the Code" and a speaker addressing "The Mathematics of Identification Numbers". Several of the programs offered Convocation credit for any student who attended. In addition to organizational programs, Dean Ramage invited the School to his home for the School of Science Picnic. Faculty, students, spouses, and families were able to attend, to socialize, and to enjoy the company.

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The group began the year with a Back-to-School Picnic in September, followed by a mixer for students from Belmont, Vanderbilt, Tennessee State, David Lipscomb, American Baptist College, and other area schools. The mixer served to further the cause of Togetherness among the students. At the end of Fall semester, BSA gathered and distributed gifts for under-privileged children in the Nashville area. Spring semester was highlighted by an address by Vanderbilt professor Christopher Brown. Dr. Brown, who teaches African American history, spoke to BSA in April, 1996. In addition to these special events, BSA met monthly for weekend social activities. As with all organizations at Belmont, the Black Student Association is open to all cultural and ethnic diversity. All students are welcome.

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(Left to Right) Front Row Seated: Sherri Glover (advisor), OdayHameed (Kuwait) Second Row Seated: Linda (who is from Sweden, but whose last name we don't know), Thomas Krackl (Austria), Kara Wiggins (Canada), Saidur Rahman (Bangladesh) Standing: Hala Onishko (Ukraine), Isabel Climer (France), Beate Erikson (Germany), Hiroko Sakai (Japan), Vinera Gaya (Indonesia), Serguei Novitski (Russia), Torsten Reimer (Germany), Torsten Klaus (Germany), Namsup Shin (Korea)

International Club Diversity in Background , Unity in Purpose k what Belmont group has he most diversified onl membership, and there's / co cote - uhe international Boastin do g members from several en countr' n nes, the Internationals

led the campus in cultural exchange, multi-ethnic education, and learning more about one another. Led by advisors Kathy Skinner and Sherri Glover, the organization met weekly for the International Coffee Break, Fridays in the Student Affairs

Office. Other activities included rafting down the Ocoee River, the "World's Fair", ice skating, picnics, an international dinners. The world has come to Belmont, and this group makes the most of the opportunity.

Belmont's Artists

hough Belmont may be better-known for its music programs, the visual arts were alive and well in 1995 - 96.

For several years, the art studios were located in the basement of Heron Hall, an unfortunate but necessary spacing situation for both the artists and the residents of Heron. In 1995 - 96, however, the art studios were moved to a portable building just south of Wright/Maddox Hall. The new arrangement gave the artists additional space and, though not quite as centrally-located as Heron, a space to call their own.

The visual arts -- including painting, sculpture, clay and ceramics, among others gave opportunity for expression and creativity to students and staff alike. Opportunities to display one's work, both in the art building and in the Leu Gallery in the Lila D. Bunch Library, were satisfying to the artists and enriching to the campus. The Convocation credit which required all students to participate in the visual arts by attending an art show or opening helped to increase awareness of the role the visual arts play at Belmont.

(Above right) Left to right: David Ribar (advisor), Beverly Parrish, Julie Callahan, Jessica , Julie Canada (Above) Heather McMahon gets "hands on" with clay. (Right) Belmont artists are not limited to one dimension. This student uses multiple media to display her creativity. (Photos by Lura West)

Below) Barb Bor barbara Roberts finishes her work on a clay pot. "" 'unifed Holcomb adds color to an architectural sketch. (Photos by ra\Vest)

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(Above) Debuting during an exciting basketball season, the Bruin joins Belmont's cheerleaders to support the teams. (Right) Another highlight of the games were the contests which the Athletic Department sponsored. Fans competed against the clock and one another in attempts to win cash, cars, and tickets to the Centennial Olympic Games in Atlanta. (Photos by Lura West)

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dous changes in programs, facilities, and even the teams themselves over the coming years. Bruin teams will begin competing against NCAA opponents during 1996-97. Finally, the Athletic Department incited additional interest in the sports programs by a variety of creative giveaways at games and meets. Fans were persuaded to participate in several different competitions for cash prizes, donated automobiles, and tickets to a number of events during the 1996 Olympic games in Atlanta and other venues throughout the southeast.

(Above left) The initial version of the Bruin made his (or her) way through campus early in Fall semester. (Above) The "more mature" Bruin stormed into town later in the year, just in time for basketball season. (Left) In an attempt to win fabulous prizes, fans at a basketball game make paper airplanes of their programs and fly them toward center court. (Photos by Lura West)

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Women Runners Earn Regional Championship Fall semester proved itself an appropriate time to run for the women's Cross country team. Led by senior cocaptains Lisa Hunley and Janie Zerface, the team took home the title of Mid South Regional Champions in 1995. In earning the championship, coach Jeff Langdon's women, most of whom were veterans of the 1994 championship team, lived up to high pre-season hopes. In addition to the Regional honor, the team was also ranked in the top 30 nationally. The runners, who claim Percy Warner Park as a "home field," were favored with strong senior leader-

ship. Melinda Adkins and Lara Moses joined Hunley and Zerface in their final season on the squad. Despite the loss of these competitors, Coach Langdon has done an outstanding job of recruiting for '96-'97. Several outstanding freshmen and transfers will be joining the experienced runners, offering lofty hopes for the future of women's cross country at BU. (Right) Braving a rainy March day, Lara Moses competes in the Greater Nashville Half Marathon. (Below) The women's team celebrates its November victory in the Mid South Regional Championships. (Photos by Lura West)

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unning champs were rather widespread on campus during 1995-96 as the Men's Cross Country team brought home the TCAC Championship trophy. Following the lead of the women's team, the men toasted their 20th season by finishing number one in the conference for the eighth time. The team earned the honor convincingly by placing the top six finishers in the conference meet on November 4, 1995, at Nashville's Pearcy Warner Park. In the national meet, held in mid-November in Kenosha, Wisconsin, the men combined their times to earn a spot as the number 20 team in the country. Individually, the team was sparked by junior Lenny Durrough, who finished the SK course in 26:38.

Also, by compiling a corporate grade point average of 3.14, the team was named to the 1995 N AIA list of Scholar Teams. Sophomore accounting major Jeff "Tank" Matthews was named 1995 NAIA Scholar Athlete. On the track side of running, Austria native Patrick Materna was named All American by virtue of his 5th place finish in the marathon at the N AIA National Track Meet, near Atlanta. The men's team will lose 5th year senior Jason Felts to graduation but should return the rest intact. The additions of several talented recruits should enable the team to continue its supremacy in track and cross-country. (Right) Intent on the course ahead, Lenny Durrough paces the Bruin cross country team. (Below right) In his first year at Belmont, Austrian Patrick Materna proved a valuable addition. (Photos courtesy of Belmont Athletic Office)

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Littlejohn takes reins of soccer team

(Above) Keeping his eye on the ball, goalkeeper Stephen James protects against opposition score (Below left) Displaying his intensity on the field, senior midfielder Paulo Boero was also intent in class, earning Academic All-American honors. (Below right) Making his way up field, freshman David Moss outdistances his Brescia rival. (Bottom) With aggressive determination defender Robert Greene makes his move. (Photos by Lu' West)

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eciding to take a position he denied several years prior, Ronnie Littlejohn, Belmont professor of philosophy, became coach of the University's young soccer team during 1995. In accepting this responsibility, Littlejohn determined to develop an exemplary program, one in which the players and fans alike would be proud.

Though the first year's record (5-10-2 overall, 3-4 in TCAC) left room to grow, (Left) Standout Jeremy Littljohn brought football experience from William & Mary to Belmont. (Below) Nashville native Jeremy Richey moves in for a score. (Photos by Lura West)

several bright spots were clear. Jeremy Littlejohn, son of the coach, was named CoPlayer of the Year for the conference. Ben Fisher, Chris Van Atta, and Stephen James were all 1st or 2nd team AllTCAC; and four players Jon Norris, Brian Harvey, Robb Greene, and Paulo Boero - were TCAC Scholar Athletes. The Argentinaborn Boero was also honored as an Academic AllAmerican. The team was heavily weighted with younger players, fourteen of the eighteen players on roster being freshmen or sophomores. Such a lineup promises good things for the future of Belmont soccer.

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David Lipscomb. Their record and a top-twenty ranking was enough to garner an at-large bid to the national tournament in Jackson, Tennessee, and a l5th seed in the 32-team field. The Bruins tipped off the tournament on March 14, 1996, with the University of Mary Hardin - Baylor, who had also been their first round opponent in the 1994 tournament. Jumping to a 22-point half-time advantage, Belmont appeared ready to repeat its 1994 victory over UMHB. But a strong second-half performance by the Texans overcame the deficit and brought a 64-64 deadlock at the end of regulation. Neither team could gain

an advantage in the first TWO overtime periods. In what was the national tournament's first triple overtime game, UMHB finally edged the Belmont squad, 95-90. Facing NCAA schedule in 1996-97, the women's team remains confident.

This year's injuries enabled many individuals to get playing time, providing valuable experience which will pay off in the future. With an outstanding recruiting year, the team seems poised to move to a higher level of excellence.

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(Left) Despite expectations that '95-96 would be a rebuilding year, Bead Coach Tony Cross oversees another successful campaign. (Photo courtesy of Belmont Athletic Department) (Below) After spending her first two years at Volunteer State Commun!' College, senior Kelly Perry brought experience and poise to her post po° tion. (Photo by Lura West)

(Above) Kentucky native Misty Geary looks for one of her 115 assists: good enough for second on the team. (Photo by Lura West)

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Cheerleaders: (left to right) 1st row: Tonya Miller, Amanda Baker, Hitomi Adachi, Brooke Christian 2nd row: Jenny Chambers, Anna Wheeler, A.rPkoBourque, Jennifer Kincaid, Valerie Bolin 3rd row: Travis Claybrooks, Haley Holshouser, Karen Somerville, Stephanie England, Misty Moody, Jason sey (Photo by Lura West)

o one spent more time with the new Bruin than the cheerleading squad. This team was instrumental in the introduction of the mascot during a front lawn celebration in September, 1995. From then on, most of the times one saw the mascot, there was a cheerleader or two there also!

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The cheerleaders were instrumental in helping to generate enthusiasm in the stands for the men's and women's athletic teams. Their optimism and exuberance were contagious. In a year when the Bruins had so much success in athletic endeavors, leading the fans in cheering was an enviable task.

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(Above left) Getting a lift from her squadmates, Brooke Christian takes a top-side view of the game. (Photo by Lura West) (Top) The NAIA Duckjoins Belmont's cheerleaders at the Men's Basketball Tournament in Tulsa. (Photo courtesy of Amy Bourque) (Above) Co-Captains Amy Bourque, Jason Kinsey, and Valerie Bolin. (Photo by Lura West) (Left) The full squad stretches across the court to cheer on the Bruins. (Photo by Lura West)

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Head Coach: Rick Byrd (Tennessee, 1976) 10th year Assistant Coach: Kevin LeGate (Belmont, 1986) Casey Alexander (Belmont, 1995)

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The men's basketball team iherns to like Oklahoma. For ~ e second consecutive year 'an, -'Oach R"Rick Byrd's crew ' gpo4 in the NA1A ne 10nal Basketball Tournat, held annually in Tul-

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he Bruins Women's Tennis Team called Centennial Sportsplex home during Spring, 1996. Lacking space on campus for both men's and women's teams to play, the ladies took their guests across town to the sporting complex for home matches. The fancy setting was about the only hospitality the ladies showed their guests, compiling an enviable season which included a second consecutive trip to the NAIA national tournament in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and a #ll year-

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The lady netters aced the opposition this spring to a #ll national ranking.

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young and building men's tennis team represented the University well in Spring, 1996. Led by a lone senior, Adam Lane, the team worked through a difficult season to a third place finish in the TCAC, behind nationally ranked Union University of Jackson, Tennessee. First year head coach Jim Shackleford hopes to build on the experience of 1996 to develop his younger players into contenders. The third place conference finish, coupled with a fourth

place finish in the league tournament, will give th~ b ·.· team a position upon whic to build as they move to • • n 111 ward stiffer compeuuo the years to come. . The team split its play""*, and practicing time betWr the courts on campus an those at Centennial . I nn1? Sportsplex, near Cente" " Park in Nashville. The me also spent a considerable • g the amount of time h.nittin books, finishing Spring s° mester with a solid B average.

Displaying concentration and intensity, the men of the tennis team play the game with skill and tenacity. (Photos by Lura West)

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(Below) Junior third baseman Josh LeMay prepares for play in the "hot corner." (Right) Bruin first baseman Brent Chance awaits the pitch. (Photos by Lura West)

elmont's "boys of summer" rode a late-season rally into the TCAC tournament before losing to Union in the championship, coming up just short of a bid to the MidSouth Tournament. Having coached his teams to more than 600 victories, Coach Dave Whitten has been the foundation of the baseball program at Belmont. Since coming to the University in 1968, Whitten has coached over 400 players, a score of whom have gone on to play professionally. This year's team overcame the difficulties of injuries and the lack of a convenient practice area to earn a 22-17 overall mark, 15-14 in the TCAC. Losing only seven seniors from the 25-man roster, the Bruins have strong hopes for the future.

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(Above) A muddy infield doesn't interfere with second baseman Paula Perrin's concentration.

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(Right) The other half of Belmont's keystone combination, shortstop Kristen Smetzer moves to make the play. (Photos courtesy of Belmont Athletic Department)

(Left) Catcher Kim Stanfill dons her mask and prepares for the pitch. (Below) Staring down the batter, Sophomore Kim Turner winds to pitch. (Photos courtesy of Belmont Athletic Department)

Once again, coach Traci Corey successfully reloaded her nationally-ranked softball team. With nly four players returning from last ~ar' s seventh place finishers at the f A.IA National Tournament, five reshmen took the field, aiding in this 'ear's finish. Also making their own contribution to Bruin softball were transfers Miah ±Pe (Samford) and Jan Hopson nion). In an impressive pre-season "owing, the Bruins defeated two CAA Division HI opponents at the al State - Dominguez Hills tourna-

ment. The ladies went on to become the 1996 TCAC champions. Honored at the softball banquet were All-TCAC players Miah Coe, Kim Stanfill, Sherry Tegarden, and Tara Withrow. Coe, Stanfill, and Withrow also gained All Mid-South Region honors; Coe was named TCAC Player of the Year. "All the ladies did a terrific job this year," said Coach Corey. Although it remains to be seen what 1997 will bring, coaches and fans alike are expecting a strong season from the Brums.

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(Below) Like the Navy jet behind them, the women's softball team roared into action during 1996, winning their 5th straight TCAC title. (Photo courtesy of Belmont Athletic Department)

Women's softball team: (left to right) 1st row: Ashley Wilson, Jen Hopson, , Miah Coe, Jennifer Rudden, Kristen Smetzer, Sherry Tegarden 2nd row: Trainer, Graduate Assistant Amy Dillard, , Paula Perrin, Kim Turner, Kim Stanfill, Sarah Wiley, , Tara Withrow, Assistant Coach Jennifer Patterson, Head Coach Traci Corey (Photo courtesy of Belmont Athletic Department)

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ports fans looking for football at Belmont would be disappointed with the intercollegiate variety. But the intramural athletic program offered students, faculty, and staff alike the opportunity to display their skills in flag football, basketball, sand volleyball, softball, as well as off campus trips for snow skiing, white water rafting, and bowling. Intramural Director Mark Pepke sought to provide a comprehensive array of opportunities to the athletes, skilled and otherwise. While many participated with an eye toward winning, most simply played for the enjoyment of the game. The road trips for snow skiing included Paoli Peaks, Indiana, and Sugar Mountain, North Carolina as destinations. These weekend trips worked for those students unable to join in the University-wide trip to Winter Park, Colorado, in January. By year's end, more students had participated in intramurals than in any year in recent memory. The friendly competition and athletic challenges should continue to provide students with acreative energy outlet and an ongoing source of socializing for years to come.

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(Above) Preparing to launch a long one, Travis Klopfenstein displays why he works in the Athletic Department. (Left) Touchdown! Matt Wilson eludes the grasp of a would-be tackler to cross into the end zone. (Photos by Lura West)

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(Left) After roaring through the regular season schedule undefeated, Team Boertje celebrates the championship in intramural basketball. (Photo courtesy of Mark Pepke)

bove) It's first and goal as center Mark Pepke prepares to snap. Some may have wondered if Pepke, Intramural Director, gave his team an unfair ad'tage! (Photo by Lura West)

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These days, it's common to say that it takes a whole village to raise a chil{i Well, it also takes a whole campus to produce a yearbooK There are many to thank • • • Beginning with the Tower staf,,,, Kim Mayes - for finding time to help while working three jobs Julie Callahan - for daring to give the yearbook another try Tim Faulk - for your creative designs during a difficult spring Karen Somerville - for allowing the Tower to benefit from your support of Belmont athlettc Shawn Knight - for offering wit and creativity (even during the surnrn~~ Lura West - for taking pictures ofjust about EVERYTHI

... I give my gratitude. Of course, there are others • • • ... to the Student Affairs staff and others who helped to identify faces in a thousand photos ... to Thom Storey and the Belmont Vision staff for extra copies of the pape~ a "Vision Voices" section on The Tower, and permission to borrow from your wor '1s

to Laura Skaug for photos of Little Theatre productt0

... to the Communications Office for photos and news articles • }es

... to the Athletic Department for photos, schedules, rosters, and artic

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he Landscaping crew, including Gabe blinsky (here cleaning the fountain in the lest Amphitheater), worked around the 'ic seasonal changes to beautify the lossoming campus.

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For some students, this year at Belmont University was a huge challenge, and for some it was not. But for all students, the college experience is something never to be forgotten. As employees at Belmont University works very hard to improve the school and better students services, the benefits are evident around the campus. Students learn in a Christian environment which allows their personal growth through classes, convocation, and extracurricular activities. But with these opportunities for growth come responsibilities. Students must need to grow and learn, students must want to grow and learn, and students must try to grow and learn. New Belmont students have shown they are

ready to meet the challenge, returning students have shown they are meeting the challenge, and some students, by graduating have shown they have met this challenge successfully. For several years these students have been bearin' it all, and now they are prepared to face what lies ahead. As the 1995-96 school year comes to a close, students look back before looking ahead to see where they have come from before they can see where they are going. As they grin and bear it while they prepare to face another school year, students bear in mind that, if they can just bear with it, they will one day bear watching in whatever field they enter.

s students recognized that the ultimate ability to bear whatever le encounters comes only from a relationship with God, "Meet Me

the Pole"" proved a popular way for many to bond together in ayer.

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The bells of Belmont (to the right) celebrated five years of ringing in the hours to the campus and community. Striplin Gymnasium (below) may have hosted its last Belmont-Lipscomb game for awhile, but the Bruins promise plenty of excitement still to come. (Photo by Lura West)

The warm sun and cool air of late fall and early spring bring wardrobes ranging from jackets to shorts to sandals. (Photo by Laura West)

Jeff Bourque and "The Masked Guitar Man" accompany an impromptu choir at the BSU Harvest Party. "Kum By Ya," maybe? (Photo by Lura West)

Heron resident Adam Lane discovered a new way around those Visitation policies (left). The addition of the facilities of Belmont Heights Baptist Church to the campus delivered a perfect sunset silhouette to close out this edition of The Tower. (Photos by Lura West) 207

The Bruin reigns! May his service to Belmont inspire all who come here to "bear it all" to accomplish the tasks life sets before them. Long live the Bruin! 208