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Volume 156, No.9
Tarleton's
October 29
Plowboys Haunted Hayride
from 8 p.m.-midnight at the
Ag. Farm. Trailor will leave
from Circle J.
Writing Proficiency Exam at 6
p.m.
October 30
SPA Haunted House from 9
p.m.-midnight at Circle J.
Plowboys Haunted Hayride
from 8 p.m.-midnight at the
Ag. Farm. Trailor will leave
from Circle J.
October 31
Halloween Carnival from 6-8
p.m. in Parking Lot P-30.
SPA Haunted House from 9
p.m.-midnight at Circle J.
Texans vs. Angelo at 2 p.m. at
Memorial Stadium.
' November 2
He said/She said Date Rape
Seminar from 8 p.m.-lO p.m.
in the SDC Ballrooms.
November 3
Earl of Sandwich Day from
4:30 p.m,-6:30 p.m. in the
Dining Hall.
Comedian & Dessert Fair
from 5 p.m.-ll:30 p.m. in the
SDC Ballrooms.
TexAnns vs. Cameron 7 p.m.
in Law ton, OK.
November 4
Big Buck Hunting Contest
Display from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in
the SDC Lobby.
Diversity Awareness Series at
noon in the SDC Rm. 219 and
at 4 p.m. in the SDC Rm. 21.
Business Etiquette Dinner at 6
p.m. in Humanities Rm. 116
and 117.
Sigma Alpha Self
Defense/Awareness Program
from 6 p.m.-7 p.m. in the
Tarleton Center, Guadalupe
Rm.
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A burning success
Friday night the 'L.V.; Risinger annual homecoming bonfire on
Harbin Street was a smash, approximately 1500 students, alumni,
faculty, administration and Stephenville residents attended.
"I had a good time," said Casey Cubbage, vice-president of
Student Programming Association, "it —the bonfire—• was great."
On hand for the event were also Tarleton President Dennis P.
McCabe, Mayor of Stephenville John Moser and Danny Davenport
president of SPA, who assisted in lighting the bonfire along with
1998 homecoming queen Michelle Mauch.
"I've been involved in various activities in my three years at
Tarleton and it is a great honor to be recognized by my peers," said
Mauch, I want to thank my sisters and all those who supported
and believed in me."
Also at the bonfire, the Plowboys had an insignia proudly dis-
played on the fire which lit up wonderfully. Kappa Kappa Psi and
Tau Beta Sigma sponsored a car bash in order to raise money for a
trip to Ireland later next spring.
Many students on hand were following the alcohol regulations,
however; some people were reportedly ticketed for MIP, but there
were no reports in the police station to confirm that the citations
had been issued. There was also a small skirmish between two
females, no identification of the ladies was made.
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Lindsey Ratcliff and Corrie Siebman hunt for small pieces of trash during
Campus Clean-up. Approximately 60 volunteers showed up for the
event on Thursday.
Photo br Joe Prado
Michelle Mauch was crowned Homecoming Queen at the Bonfire Friday night. She honors the
"Color Song" with SGA president Troy Morris and SGA members Scott Bradley. James Earp, David Sweeney, David Cox,
Lindsey Ratcliff, Bobby Waddell and Jenny Rothe.
The million dollar alumni
Tarleton receives largest donation ever
By Don Edgman
Staff writer •_ _ ' - — :
Saturday night the Distinguished Alumni Dinner was the showcase for Tarleton State University to
receive a sweet reward.
During the ceremony, Joe R. Long and his wife Terry Long of Austin announced a one million dol-
lar contribution to the University. The contribution was the largest cash donation in Tarleton history
Joe Long was a graduate of Tarleton in 1949, at which time the school was a junior college. He then
went on to the University of Texas at Austin where he received a bachelor of arts degree in govern-
ment and later a juris doctorate. He was involved in a career in administrative law and later as chair-
man and chief executive officer of First State Bank.
Teresa Long was a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin where she received her doctor of
education degree. Long spent many years as a teacher and worked for the Texas Education Agency.
She also served as a consultant for the U.S. Department of Education.
"The Longs are very giving and very humble individuals," said Andrea Trinque, director of devel-
opment. "To give such a gift and not know each and every individual that will receive the benefits
shows a tremendous belief in the mission and vision of TSU."
The $1 million donation will be used to fund scholarships for Tarleton students. "This is a great
country which offers unlimited opportunity to people of limited means and humble backgrounds,"
Joe Long said during the alumni ceremony. "It takes persistence and hard work, but it is possible for
all."
"They are truly generous philanthropists," said Trinque. "And they will have a lasting impact on
the students that attend Tarleton now and in the future."
Tarleton parades around Stephenville
By Kristi Lloyd
StaffWriter
Led by the Tarleton Police and the Stephenville Fire Department, the
Homecoming Parade snaked its way through the streets of Stephenville. This year's
parade included everything from people riding longhorns to the homecoming court
riding in the back of convertibles.
There were a total of seventy-three entries in the parade.
This year's parade marshal was Carl Chumney. He was fol-
lowed by Tarleton President Dennis McCabe, Distinguished
Faculty Member John Young, Distinguished Staff Member
Wilma Davis and Distinguished Alumni Joe Long.
One of the most spirited entries was the Purple Poo, includ-
ing the alumni poo. They made sure that the spectators kept
their hands on the ground while the spirit of Oscar P was being
raised.
Once again, several organizations took part in the float con-
test. All of the entries were wonderful, but unfortunately, only
four places could be awarded.
Sigma Alpha and Alpha Gamma Rho's rendition of the infa-
mous NTAC plane crash took home grand prize. "Many hours
and many long nights were put into making our float, but we
all had a great time. Thanks to the help of Julie and Rick Gibbs
at Signs and Designs, we were able to make our float a great
success," said Krissey Watts of Sigma Alpha.
Alpha Gamma Delta, Sigma Chi, and their spinning camera
bagged first place. The team hoped they would help the "mem-
ories live on," and they did just that.
Second place was won by the Horticulture Club and their
piece of the trunk. Each ring on the tree trunk represented a
year at Tarleton during which something happened.
Delta Zeta and Delta Chi won third place with their float that
brought back memories of the border collie that won the honor of becoming home-
coming queen.
As the entries rounded the last turn, Paul Koonsman read aloud a description of
each one.
This allowed the spectators to learn something about each entry and enjoy the
parade even more. Overall, the parade was a huge success.
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reenacted the crashing of the NTAC plane. Alpha Gamma Delta and Sigma Chi won first, the Horticulture
Club won second, and Delta Zeta and Delta Chi won third.
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