& n i Picture This! PIEDMONT 7k Table f Contents Opening 1 Students 17 w Faculty 47 Clubs C5 Sports 8<5 Student Life 1C1 Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2012 with funding from LYRASIS Members and Sloan Foundation http://archive.org/details/yonah91unse r. Daniel Hall, classrooms and administration building. Piedmont College Post Office Box 10 Demorest, GA 30535 (404) 778-3000 lee rarr returns to the dorm after Hit iv Pcetce*e *76u 76e ?0 I HBOVI Hdi Dom Hid CyntMi IttptoM tin- patio outotdi DonW HjH /icUvity There are many ways of passing the time at Piedmont. One of the most popular is hanging out in the Student Center. Some students sharpen their pool skills between classes. Others prefer the challenge of a game of ping pong. Card games such as Spades, Hearts and even an occasional game of Poker are popular among most of the students. Other students prefer the great out- doors to the chaos of the Student Center. Students can usually be found chatting with friends outside Daniel Hall. More of- ten, there is a race across campus to keep from being late for class again. But whatever the activity, there is never a dull moment. Lisa Brown ate <1 * tf\o' ,t\*. RIGHT: Christy Kastner, Rich Dean, Lorraine Bris- son, Richard Garner and Bradley Elrod pose after a game of pool. FAR RIGHT: Vickie Holt and Flint Fonclara talk at Orientation. p j^ HLfl CArAtf W 5 Ka IKiH Beth Saylors laughs, unable to believe she just missed an easy ping pong shot. 1 1 !! '!!! * P n Pat Wheeler, oreg Pe!ial\o. Jeremy Marshall. Tammy M heeler .f/i./ {.'henelle k'.uno />/.tv ..k,/> m f/i<- >nnlent ( MM Stcutyitty . . < Study what's that? Oh, that is what everyone stays up late at night doing. Cramming is a better word for it. Every- one has the intention of looking over the material ahead of time, but somehow it just doesn't seem to get done. Some peo- ple study in groups; others study alone. Some students make a Huddle House run and study there. (People need something to keep them awake, so they grab a cup of strong coffee or a pastry.) Sometimes they even have to pull an all-nighter. Think about it. What did you stay up so late the past few nights doing? Were you study- ing? Ida Beckstine Cindy Miller, Kimberly Rider and Traci Jacobs look over their Financial & Cost Accounting homework. RIGHT: Kimberli Simmemon helps Troy Arboga; with his homework. FAR RIGHT: Paige Sanders finds a quiet spot to view for a test. BELOW: Beth Saylors composes an essay for Dr. Lumpkin's English class. BOTTOM: Marty Veal, Michael Carroll. Deana Mur- phy and Chelie Pruitt review together for an upcom- ing exam. 'fty&mecoMUvty The 1990 Homecoming Dance was held on Saturday, November 10, 1990, in the Stu- dent Center. Music was provided by "Sound Alternative." Everyone dressed in their best finery so that they could have their pictures made. After pictures, most students changed clothes in order to do some serious dancing. Many couples also chose to go out to eat before the dance. Decorations for the event consisted of a ceiling covered by colorful balloons. The dance was held in honor of the 1990 Home- coming Court: Jennifer Martin, Judy Ni- chols, Kristal Stafford, Kristie Zimmer- man, Tyler Lee, Jimmy Whelchel, Scott Wierson and Jeff Winters. The music was loud and the students were ready to rock and roll. It was a night to remember and a dance no one will for- get in 1990. Sabrina Allen neve> eC S^ e ' at^ e e\ H m 1 j Hr I L 7 1 *hm b. 1 LI ij * /T. Michael Williams and Wendy Reed stepping BELOW: "Rob. don't take our picture!" warms Tammy Wheeler as she dances with Stephen Allen. After a hard day of classes, Ginger Rumsey takes a nap in the Student Center. Despite the surrounding noise. Keith Clark falls asleep while watching TV in the Student Center. Hugh Norton covers his face so he can steep in the TV area. scE'Evme 1 ,M^ Ah, those carefree college days. Now you can stay out until 3 or 4 in the morning without your parents around to yell at you. These are supposed to be the best years of your life, so why waste a single minute of the time, right? Besides, with that major exam coming the next day you have to stay up all night to cram. This lack of sleep prompts you to move about like a zombie the next day. Of course you can always sleep in, but you already have three absences in that class so you decide to go anyway. For the first fifteen minutes or so you are fine, but then you realize that your eyes are slowly closing and you are asleep in class. Many exhausted students especially commuters find the couches in the Stu- dent Center a good place for a quick "power nap" between classes. But caution must be used or the nap may continue right through class. Many times, a short nap turns into a lengthy slumber. (YAWN!) Rob Moore B&LOU Chuck Gaines finds a quiet tpot in the *ijj ."^^^BB^^s E Susan Austin Susan Bachler Bonita Bagley Sandi Bagley Tammy Flanagan proudly wears her Wal-Mart uniform. Tonya Davis, Beth Saylors and Regina Jordan seem to be enjoying themselves at International Night in the Cafeteria. LeAnn Bagwell Jeff Bailey Jonathan Barrett Ida Beckstine Jonathan Bennett Lesley Bennett Matt Benson Chad Blackmon Ch.itles l\ib\niple >7k't* t/.iv Hi nines the I loo t-7.iv seems to be hoping he doesn't l.md on it Paul Brittain Eddie Brock Lisa Brown Danny Brumfield Michael Carroll Cecelia Carter Stanley Carter Kimberly Carver \nglc Chamber! tad) Chamfer Gall Chapman AdrMmnt Chid! Songsdhit Chongsiriwatana Keith Clark Donna Cleveland Cris Cook BELOW.- Tatjana Thompson comes in from the cold after being pelted by a large snowball. > /*: I A *H ABOVE: Angle Guinn-Osborne, Sabrina Allen and Kara Keel wait to meet Interim President John Elger at the reception held for him. Charles Dalrymple Perry Dalton Dackri Davis Tammy Davis Tonya Davis Anissa Dean | Bubby Dean Donna Dean Rich Dean Michelle DeMore Julie Denard Greg Desalvo Craig Dickinson Pam Dietrich BOM ItkjhAmm uji/e. Am* flbdtar. Oca \iui Wu//ij,'jn and Rst> Knapp aait instruction* Iron, tk Wowtm ahovi Angl*Mln$$wl$he$hm French dan would cinl fot the day. Lynette Finch Melanie Fitzpatrick Tammy Flanagan Shannon Floyd ABOVl Ltn Oetavim !>% Usris IMhr. Chenelle Raines. Pat L c- k an J L eAnn Hagell are Babecci dorm dmek m t\ r i Debbie Frankhr Chuck Gstnet Jim C'.ilh^lu'i Richard Gm net Andi Gilleland Kristine Gragg Debra Green Stephanie Greeson Jim Grimshaw Michael Griner Angie Guinn-Osborne AnneMarie Haight Melody Sumlin gets into the festive mood at the Sock Hop. ABOVE: Octavius Mulligan, Adrienne Childs and Mario Miller strap themselves in for a night of skating. WO Jennifer Hall Lorri Hamby Steve Harden Betsy Henderson Leah Henderson Rusty Hendricks Chikako Hirayama BOVl Daekrl Davla ha$ faMen and can't gai ap, * mnda ( hi ruahat t tha /.^. m Chris Huskins Delaine Irvin | Traci Jacobs Jeff Jenkins Scott Jones Regina Jordan Christy Kastner Kara Keel % f 1 DCfliSC Kin^ Chu lenc Khwc) Murphy kitchens Mill KlKHsU-: ^ukiko Kon Patrld Lan U-vms LM Matt Lawson Keith Lee Tyler Lee Mandy Lents ABOVE: Matt Tucker sorts his notes so that he can begin compiling his big project. Jeremy Marshall Candace Martin Donna Martin Jennifer Martin ABOVl In a tori of daze. Sutan Auttin begin* t, wonder if she did ail her hem tw eri '<" /> | iff,- fl.itc in lu-in h KD clati. \ ^^ Diane Wall Melissa Walls Tara Walter Laura Ward ABOVE RIGHT: Michael Garrett and Doug Ballard have caught the pool tables on a busy day, so they are having to wait their turn to play. LeVon Westmoreland Jamie Wheeler Patricia Wheeler Tammy Wheeler Daryl White Dena White Tracey Whitlock Scott Wierson BELOW Cindy Miller pauses before checking over her Business Math homec0M| I Itlff lid HouMkNplnfl Assistant m my-^^Ujj-i ' FAR LEFT Shirley and Bob Joldasser alk to lunch TOP: Dr. Mark Gardner stops to admire the artwork at French Night. LEFT: Mr. Bob Gregory pauses to be caught b> the camera again. Gail Hart Director of Housekeeping isistance RIGHT: Dr. Vijaya Kandala and Dr. Jane McFerrin talk at the President's Reception. BELOW: Mr. Steve Harwood listens as one of his students asks a question in class. L " J Dennis Henderson Assistant to the Dean Dennis Kelly Vice President of Business Affairs Marty Kirkland Director of Admissions Lewis Lindsey Resident Director Purcell Hall ^ LEFT Dr. Cheryl ooldsleger and Dr James Uelli champ talk at the Scholars Banquet TOP Ms. Donnis Henderson reviews her agenda for -lit Lisa Lumpkin fcnglish J w m Mtttchamp German Muek m BELOW: Ms. Christina Whi taker smiles as she listens to a suggestion made at a staff meeting. RIGHT: Dr. Ralph Singer uses visual aids in his History 101 class. * 'm i& 1 Dick Stafford Speech/Drama/English m * asi' Roimy Trimiar Housekeeping Assistant Vickie Wbfa Assistant to the Registrar lotm Wft an o( Studtnti jrs- dfr & Dr. Rob Wainberg wears his lucky hat at Casino Night. Dr. Emerson Brooking uses the time between classes to catch up on the day's news. Dr. William O'Connor, Education Instructor, pre- pares to make a point during a class discussion. L "ns f Kathy Wies Assistant to the President m Mark Whiting iklpt through thiStudmtCmitm \u M*4 Tmykr Ht gmld fm tkt l mj dowm cm dm ccm<-Stu Jem t\i\ ,,,/, js-v ^outen &fautye4> 'ZfaacU' D. Garen Simmons submitted his resig- nation from the presidency of Piedmont College effective October 27, 1990. He will return in the fall to his teaching position in the History Department. Simmons served as Vice President from 1981 to January 1985, when he became President and CEO of Piedmont College. During his tenure the full time teaching faculty rose from 17 to 34. The annual bud- get rose 214%. Scholarships and work aid availability increased 163%, while tuition and fees rose 89%. Also under Simmons, seven new majors and three minors were added to the curriculum as well as an aca- demically based program called Piedmont Scholars. On February 1, 1991, the Board of Trust- ees appointed Mr. John F. Elger to serve as Interim President. Mr. Elger plans to keep the College moving forward. He has many plans for Piedmont, but as Interim Presi- dent his plans cannot span over one year. After fourteen years of practicing law, Mr. Elger was ready for a change and when Piedmont offered, he accepted. Mr. Elger says that his door is always open to all students, staff and faculty, and looks forward to serving Piedmont. Compiled from News Articles by Nancy Singer and Buddy Shafer Dr. D. Garen Simmons, President Mr. John F. Elger. Interim President Pratt Retires Mr. David L. Pratt was honored at a retirement dinner in early November for his 24 years of ser- vice to the library of Piedmont College. The dinner was held at the Beef Baron in Baldwin. It was attended by a large number of faculty and staff who presented Pratt with a humidor for his ever- present cigars. Nancy Singer Mr. James Hobbs, Chairman of the Pied- mont College Board of Trustees. V r^^^l J IF^S $ 1a 7*ion> tanbamdoi rrad nuiiip* t>o> pi, ptctlva iuiioni> the- eampM on Echohn > Pj> RIGHT: Dr. John Wester makes sure Chuck Gaines learns trust as Betsy Henderson and Mary Tittle look BELOW: Angie Chambers. Secretary) Matt Benson, President) Betsy Henderson, Treasurers April Ander- son, Soph. Rep.; Clayton Woodfin, Fr. Rep.i Dr. John Wester, Adviser-, Bridgett Marcus, Jr. Rep.i Lynette Finch, Soph. Rep.j Kara Keel, Fr. Rep.i Gail Chapman, ,' *-ii|'^ "'ml 4 "The Piedmont College Student Gov- ernment Association (SGA) has general responsibility for and supervision of all student organizations and extracurricular activities. All students enrolled in Pied- mont automatically belong to the SGA." * Many issues brought up by students were handled by the SGA during the 1990- 1991 school year. The big project for the year was air conditioning. The Student I si Center will be air conditioned as well as k the study rooms in each dorm. The possi- bility of optional air conditioning in some dorm rooms at a higher charge was also explored. Lighting in many areas on campus was aod^ , fvr>cfc V\ad M^S^' ,M< "" S I^Z" , "-Br la " K ''Z'," klJ <'yc, Leading the Way Dr. John Wester. SGA Adviser, smiles about the progress made by SGA this vear yg Iso improved, including the carpeted tairwells of Daniel Hall, the backside of .ing Science Hall, the women's restroom n King, the back and front parking lots of jetman-Babcock Hall, the road to Purcell fall, the back side of Daniel Hall and the de of the gym. Due to the new visitation policy in the dorms, peepholes were installed in all the silence. doors. Other notable improvements in- Rob Moore eluded the acceptance of charge cards in the campus bookstore, improvements in 'Excerpts from the Piedmont College the women's restroom in the gym, the Catalog purchase of two new Q-speed bicycles for student use and the repair of the chapel chimes after about a year and a half of a od r .?xe* 6e e e\ ia .,. Loyce Martin. Jason Stephens and Jennifer Milstead ponder deep thoughts at a BSU meeting. Ray Kelly. Sandy Landrum, Donna Cleveland, Joe Chong, Lynette Finch, Loyce Martin, Eric Dickerson, Matt Lawson, Susan Bachler, John Covington, Jen Hall, Rob Moore, and Matt Benson pose for a BSU "family" portrait. The Baptist Student Union (BSU) is a group which meets once a week for songs, skits, Bible study, and great fellowship. During the school year, the BSU sponsors several retreats, such as Fall Conference at Rock Eagle with other BSUs from all over Georgia) Gatlinburg Retreat with the BSUs from North Georgia College and Gainesville College) Spring Missions op- portunities to places such as Hilton Head] Island, New York City, and Jamaica* Spring Conference at Rock Eagle> and even a week-long summer retreat at Rid- gecrest, NC. Being a Baptist is not a re- quirement to be a member of BSU> just a love of fun and fellowship. Dr. Betty Bry-> ^ s ani* ba^ a,T ,, en\<** .t**" *> ^ *M Setting an Example BELOU Dr Betty Bryant serves as the Baptist Student Union Adviser at Pied- int serves as faculty adviser for the BSU. Cen Jones is Campus Minister for Pied- nont. Bonita Bagiey "The Student Georgia Association of Educators (SGAE) is an organization for students who have an interest in the teaching profession. It is affiliated with the Student National Education Associ- ation (SNEA). The club meets once each month. It cooperates closely with the De- partment of Teacher Education in arrang- ing programs of interest to prospective members of the teaching profession." * Advisers for the club are Dr. Jane McFerrin and Dr. William O'Connor, Edu< cation Instructors. In addition to regulai monthly meetings, the SGAE sponsored ar area Superintendents' Symposium or Wednesday, March 27, 1991. The forun t *5**** *.**"' Iwas held in Jenkins Auditorium from moderated the session which answered 10:00-11:30 am. County school superinten- questions raised by Education majors and ! dents from Habersham, Hall, Banks, minors. ;White, Stephens, and Rabun Counties Rob Moore jwere present to answer questions. The [(symposium was co-sponsored by the *Excerpt from the Piedmont College uPRIDE Group of the Piedmont Alumni As- Catalog fcociation. Terri Edwards, SGAE President, : RIGHT: Mr. Joey Duncan addresses the January 17th meeting of the Commerce Club as Bob Knapp listens attentively. BELOW: Commerce Division Club Officers: Suresh Shakya, Board Member! Tim Lord, Board Member* Rob Moore, Secretary/Treasurer> Manoj Shrestha, Board Memberi Joel Massey, President) and Dr. Mark Gardner. Adviser. The Commerce Division Club at Pied- mont College is designed especially for those students with an interest in the field of business. The four year old club provides an opportunity for students to meet with representatives from various local businesses and industry. The organi- zation was formed by Dr. Mark Gardner. Membership in the Commerce Club i9 c " open to all students, and no precise list of " e members is kept. This informal structure ^ allows students to attend any monthly * meetings they feel are of interest to them. * An agenda of all speakers for the school '8 year is published and posted in the fall. Speakers this year included: Mr. Al Mi- "We Mean Business" :haud, Internatioanl Businessman; Mr. Jay Kennedy, Trust Officer! Mr. Sam Dixon, nsurance Agent; Mr. Joey Duncan, C.P.A.; vis. Mary Wynne, Graphic Designer; and \Ar. Howard Whatley, Cornelia City Man- iger. Rob Moore Commerce Club officers Dr. Mark Gardner. Denise King, Joel Masse*. . Rob \Aoore and Tim Lord. ** , f* * I RIGHT: The Piedmont Chamber Singers peform at the Scholars Night Banquet on February 28th. FRONT. Dr. Joseph Jackson. Jody Cannon-Farley. Karin Yau. Cyndi Wood. Bonila Bagley. Sharon Corley. Yukiko Komamura. Jennifer Hall, Dr. James Mellichamp, SECOND ROW: Margaret Zadel. Cindy Sams. Sandy Landmm. Robin Tipton. Lynette Finch. Loyce Martin. Susan Austin, THIRD ROW, Renee Williamson. Mary Tittle. Kathy Wies. Don- na Cleveland. Sheila Spencer, Mario Miller, BACK: Eric Perner. Ray Kelly. Matt Benson. Eric Dickerson. Joe Chong. Curtis Bradford. Octa- vius Mulligan. Jeff Bailey 0 le> . Ray Key . Jot Chong. Eric Dickerton. Mail Benson Chuck G, The Piedmont College Chamber Singers is a smaller, auditioned group taken from the Chapel Choir. The Chamber Singers perform at different colleges and local functions. One of these functions is the Lyceum with the Chapel Choir. They also sing at the Scholar's Banquet, and for Ap- plicants Day. The group also tours for a week twice during the school year. Throughout these tours, the Chamber Singers perform at churches and schools around the country. The group has pre- viously traveled to Florida, New York, the Midwest, California and South Georgia. Lynette Finch **"" RIGHT: Donna Cleveland, Diane Wall and Jody Can- non-Farley discuss upcoming Psychology Club events. FALL NEWSPAPER STAFF: Joe Chongsiriwatana, Lorri Hamby, Tatjana Thompson, Greg Graber. ~JP * At'*.** jUa^ ygj&Ofl' The Lion's Roar is a student produced newspaper which covers campus news and happenings. The newspaper is pub- lished six times a year. Christina Whitaker is the adviser and this year's staff members were: Tatjana Thompson' Fall Editor, Buddy Shafer Spring Edi- tor, Writers Greg Graber, Lorri Hamby, Jason Stephens, John Stevenson, Sabrina Allen, Jen Hall, and Allison Trotten Octavius Mulligan Artwork> Chuck Gaines and Joe Chongsiriwatana Pho- tographers. Submissions from members of the college community are also encour- aged in the form of editorials and other freelance submissions. n of Th* ,utto g ** cr Buddy Shafc- Spring 5 \ PufcfoUw (?ecc4 BACK: Michael Carroll, Janice Gatther, Judith Wassee. i4> z RIGHT: Julie Denard gives a tour to prospective stu- dents on Scholar's Day. BACK: Chuck Gaines, Gail Chapman, Rob Moore, y Tittle, April Anderson. Matt Benson> FRONT: Tonia Anderson, Traci Phillips, Julie Denard and An- gie Chambers. ,1| . , : II 1* " - J r i i && "Admissions Ambassador is a voluntary honor, public organization of students who assist in the promotion of Piedmont College to prospective students and their parents, alumni, and friends of the col- lege. This program is sponsored by the Admissions Office." * Activities of Admissions Ambassador include I) Giving campus tours and pre- sentations to prospective students and their parents, alumni and special visitors> 2) Traveling with an admissions counselor to Career Fairs and College Night pro- grams) and 3) Serving as hosts at pro- Promoting Piedmont Mr. Craig Tankersley. Admissions Counselor, serves as Adviser of the Admis- sions Ambassadors. grams such as Scholar's Weekend and Ap- Ability to adapt to a variety of situations; classes began so work could begin imme- ?licants Days." * 5) Flexibility; 6) Ability to work well with diately. Membership in Admissions Ambassa- others, and 7) Knowledge of the col- Rob Moore dor is limited. Selection criteria include: I) lege." * Sincere desire to represent Piedmont Col- The 1990-1991 school year was the first 'Excerpts from Admissions Ambassa ege ( 2) Effective speaking ability; 3) Abili- time this program had been tried at Pied- dors Guidelines, ty to make a positive first impression; 4) mont. Students were chosen before j*r ***** y^ ^fi&* Vlichael Carroll, Dr. Max White and Rafe Singer watch as Tatjana Thompson tries out an Indian blowgun. FRONT: Dackri Davis, Tatjana Thompson, Dr. Max White, Greg Graber. Dr. Ralph Singer; BACK: John Stevenson, Paul Robards, Michael Carroll. <&a. ""^v Christina Whitaker Adviser; Rob Moore Editor-, April An- derson Assistant Editor & Sports Editor; Lisa Brown De- signer-, Jennifer Milstead Business Manager; John Covington Faculty Editor; Sabrina Allen Clubs Editor; Todd Gant Photo ID Manager; Beth Saylors Photo Assignment Editor-, Carole Pence Photography; Kristie Zimmerman Layout & Articles; Sharen Nix Photography & Articles; Ida Beckstine Layout & Articles; Loyce Martin Typist; Greg DeSalvo Layout. Contributing Staff.- Shelly Bremer, Lorraine Brisson, An- issa Dean, Jen Hall, Sandy Landrum, Candace Martin, Denise Peck, Jill Peeples, Jason Stephens, Allison Trotter, Leigh Anne Wade. Contributing Photographers: Jody Cannon-Farley, Lorri Hamby, Tatjana Thompson, Renee Williamson. Photo ID Staff: Susan Bachler, Delaine Irvin, Regina Jordan, Shelby McCoy, Gin- ger Rumsey, Jackie Stancil, Tammy Wheeler. BACK. Allison Trotter, Greg DeSalvo, Christina Whitaker. Jen Hall, Todd Gant ' Jason Stephens, Kristie Zimmerman, Rob Moore, Loyce Martin. CENTER. Idi I Beckstine, Shelby McCoy, Sabrina Allen, Lorri Hamby; FRONT. Tammy Wheeler Ginger Rumsey, Candace Martin, John Covington. Jennifer Milstead, Business Manager, records the information from an adver- Kristie Zimmerman and Greg DeSalvo transfer their layout to final forms for submission to Herff Jones. r* (. . w " Loyce Martin types up the list of students who did not have their picture made Christina V* hitaker watches as Sabrina Allen. Allison Trotter. John Co\ mgton photo day. and Loyce Martin draw layouts at the training workshop Sabrina Allen transfers a layout to a final form, knowing that her deadline is Anissa Dean and a member of the Trueti McOmncI Cotcgt \ ear book stall near. prepare to complete their workshop assignment m.i BtckitiM moth mthiMlMth ibeul lrarnin| to dr m Intercollegiate sports have always been in integral part of the Piedmont community. Many students participate in either men's or women's basketball, baseball, Softball, tennis, and golf, as both walk-ons or with grants in aid. And with an increasing level of competition from our teams in practically every sport and school spirit on the rise, Piedmont is sure to be a strong competitor in the years to come. i M LB i Sopho m o n hprt tadorooo riwoti j to) up m tagta Chombora Mocki - dofondoi from j^ (v> > iMo rabomd 4BOVI ronyi McCoj bokt mooctontt) jivhjiui jm ggroorivt Nortli Soorfli oooonoM LB i Bon Bowor i > FfootaooM >. Mchoi hoot Good Hopo GA. dMoi ocroM mmm plott Mid Mandy Lents goes up for the opening tip-off against the Emory Eagles. 4,tuUt ^io*t& This year's Lady Lions basketball team was a surprise to some. Many saw a group of girls who were young and inexperi- enced. Others saw the same group as dedicated, determined, and hardworking. We saw ourselves as both. We knew we would have to concentrate to play with any consistencey at all and to avoid any of the dreaded "freshmen errors." By the end of the season, we were star- ing a national tournament right in the face. The team was ranked fifth in the nation and had one of the best records thus far in the history of Piedmont's wom- en's basketball program. Another factor in our success: the support for the team was incredible. The fans, from students and parents to the faculty and members of the community, sparked school spirit and helped to encourage the team when things weren't going well. Even though we didn't end up going to the tournament, hopefully this season was the beginning of many more successful seasons to come. Thanks to all our sup- porters, and to Coach Simmons. See Ya Next Season! April Anderson (1 " lyU S T I- I N G LIONS mm Coach Brad Simmons is in his second season with the Angie Chambers sends a low pass to a teammate, as t Lady Lions. the Emory defender makes sure not to foul her. P I E Women's Basketball Team Record 16-13 ABOVI loin j McCO) looks tor a teamnute dOW*l the court LbH tt md] Raad fOOd up for 3 bucket Mcmb e r i ot the KMI tarn IACK ROU ronya Mc Coy, Mand) Lants. Rhonda atecfcwal Rhonda Can Coach Brad Simmons CENTO MaryCurn Mated) Sumlin. Christ* Pruitt fVfrl \ncterson Irjoe \1ui kerson FRON1 Wand) Raad Susan Austin, Unfit Smith. Anfta Chamhanj Co-Captain DacfcriDavai co Captain and tenm 1 am ^4.~'jti!'-Jk- tS&fo m Steve Hardin goes for the tip at the beginning of the North Georgia game. The 1990-91 men's basketball team had a rough season. The team was hindered by injuries and ineligible players, and fin- ished up with an 11-20 record, with half the losses having very close scores. This team, like the Lady Lions, was fair- ly young, with no seniors and six new members on the squad. The men worked hard to concentrate and they gave count- less amounts of time, effort and dedica- tion to make this team the best. Each game was a learning experience, and the crowd could see several degress of improvement by the end of the season. It seems as if the team finally came full circle and created some of the chemistry necessary to play effectively. Can they carry this on to next season? Regardless, we'll be right there cheering them through each game, win or lose! April Anderson ABOVE: Bob Knapp drives around his North Georgia RIGHT: Coach Maxie Skinner designs a new play dur- college defender, looking to score. ing the time-out. m LEFT: Freshman Chris Mckenzie looks to pass to a forward posting up in the lane. STANDING Trent Fricks. Tra\ is Cook. Richard )ork. Chad Gibson. Steve Hardin. Paul Rice. Brian Turner. Jerr\ Cox. Ccta\ius \1ulh gan. Casey Mote. Coach Waxic Skinner. kSllll\G Assistant Coach Eric Williams. Bob knapp. Mike Garrett. Chris Mckenzie Scott McDamel J5%. 0% M i ABOVE: Senior Michael Williams scores a run in a RIGHT: This year's Seniors, Michael Williams, Tom close play at the plate. Johnson, Jeff Winters, Michael Edwards and Derek Pardue, were members of Coach Harwood's first re- cruiting class. LEFT: Scott Domonkos. a freshman, lines a single to left field SfiOU Coach Ste\e Harwood STANDING: Chris Price. Jeff Winters. Chris Huskms. Hen OWT$ Mike Jasperse. Shannon Floyd. Tom Johnson. Chris Ludi$. Mike Edwards. Tim Arrendale. Ricky Woodrult. frank Cuiles. Darren Volk, Terrell Yelverton. Scott Pomonkos. Rust\ Hendricks. Coach Steve Harwood, KNEELING: Jeff Lewallen. Perek f'ardue. Mike U // hams. Chad Blackmon. Jamie Wheeler. John krippner. \nd\ Etta Freshman Wendy Reed drives a single up the ABOVE: The team comes out of the dugout to con- Andi Gilleland places the ball in left field, allowing the gratulate Sandi Bagley after she scores a run. runner on first to advance. Leah Henderson. GIAC Player of the Year, easily scores another Lady Lion run. Women's Softball UNDEFEATED GIAC Champs GIAC Coach of the Year Brad Simmons GIAC Player of the Year Leah Henderson Mandy Lents, kimm Boners. Teresa Mood. Rhonda Carr. Andi Culleland. Sandi Hagle\. Jenn\ Watts. Jud\ Sichols. Coach Rrad Simmons. Dackri Pavis. Teresa \ichols. Leah Henderson. Bet*\ Henderson. Wendy Reed. LeAnn Haell ophomore Captains, Dackri Davis and \ngie Chambers. The award for the Best -ree Throw Percentage was given to a reshman, Wendy Reed. Jenny Watts, also j freshman, received the Most Improved Vward. This year's Best Rebounder was Vlandy Lents, and the Best Offensive 'layer was Rhonda Blackwell. Finally, the ^oach Cave Award was given to Angie Chambers, the sophomore co-captain who von the award last year. Next in line on the agenda was Coach kinner presenting the men's basketball iwards. The team's captains this year (were Brian Turner and Trent Fricks. Turn- r was also given an award for "taking the nost charges and having the most re- bounds. " The Best Offensive Player tward was given to junior Trent Fricks, nd the recipient of the Best Defensive ward was Chris McKenzie, a freshman. Another freshman, Michael McSwain, was given the Most Improved Award, and the Coach Cave Award was given to a sopho- more, Richard York. The tennis awards were presented by Coach Ralph Singer. Thania Lambrechts received an award for being the Number One Singles Player, and she shared the award for the Number One Doubles Team with Larry Peacock. Thania was also given a special award for the 1991 season. Golf followed tennis, and again Coach Skinner presented awards. This year's Low Medalist was Sean Moore. The Softball awards were presented by Coach Simmons, who was also the 1991 Mr. Fred Richards GIAC Coach of the Year. The Captain Awards went to Leah Henderson. Judy Ni- chols and Sandi Bagley. Betsy Henderson received the award for having the High- est Batting Average. The Offensive and Defensive awards were given to Sandi Bagley and Leah Henderson, respectively. Leah also received the Most Valuable Player Award, not only for the team but for the GIAC Conference as well. Coach Steve Harwood took the stage at this point to hand out the baseball awards. He presented Senior Plaques to Jeff Win- ters, Tom Johnson, Michael Williams. \1i chael Edwards and Derek Pardue. Win- ters, Williams and Edwards were also this year's captains. Shannon Floyd, a junior, was given awards for Lowest ERA and Most Improved. Darren Volk, a sopho- more, was given an award for having the msot wins. The Best Defensive Pitcher was Chad Blackmon, a freshman. The Best Hustle Award was given to Michael Ed- wards and Michael Williams received the Best Defensive Award. A freshman, Scott Domonkos, was this year's winner of the Coach's Award. The person with the best batting average was also this year's MVP. Byron Puckett. Appreciation Plaques were given to the coaches as well as one to Coach Skinner as Athletic Director. Mr. Fred Richards v\as also given a plaque for all he has done as "P" Club President. The Coach H.B. For- rester Scholarship was awarded to a soph omore, Richard York. April Anderson jt&i&ety 1R>eU%ect On March 12, between the baseball games against Wofford College, Jeff Bryan's number and jersey were retired. The young pitcher lost his life as a result of a violent crime during the summer of 1990. His family was present at the cer- emony to accept Jeff's jersey, and Coach Harwood thanked them for allowing Jeff to become a part of Piedmont's team. In return, his family expressed gratitude to the Piedmont community for the warmth shown to their son. Death and loss are no doubt difficult to deal with under any circumstance, but I think I speak for all who knew Jeff by saying our lives were surely enriched by just knowing such a kind and gentle spirit. He will be truly missed. April Anderson f^> > * Jeff Bryan 1971-1990 It is the measure of a man well loved when friends left behind become caretakers of such elusive things as dreams not fully realized. So it will be and so it is with what you've left. What you may not know or never realized is that you narrowed boundaries and some have even come down altogether in the year that you've been gone. SPORTS Coach Brad Simmons was selected GIAC Coach of the Year for Softball for 1991. Leah Henderson was named GIAC Player of the Year for Softball for 1991. The two are pictured above. Congratulations to each! The Camp Younts Foundation donated $100,000 to Pied- mont in December 1990 to renovate the athletic field area. Initial plans include building an additional Softball field, two more tennis courts, changing rooms with showers and public restrooms. Construction has begun, with expected comple- tion in August of 1991. NOTE: As of the writing of this article, the hope is that the new baseball, volleyball. Softball, soccer and tennis fa cilities will be in place by the end of 1991. The Board of Trus- tees determined at their spring meeting that the concession stand/locker room and restroom facilities, and the proposed field house will have to be delayed until additional funds are available. Compiled from staff reports On June 17, 1991. Dr. Ellen Briggs began work as Pied- mont's new athletic director and associate professor of physical education. Dr. Briggs coming to Piedmont from Patrick Henry Community College in Martinsville, VA will replace Maxie Skinner, who has been athletic director for the last seven years. Skinner will now be devoting all his time to managing Piedmont's Golf Course. *) KfrUUHWUtlt At one time or another, many students have participated competitively in some type of sport. In intercollegiate athlet- ics, however, only a small hand- ful of athletes can be involved. This makes playing a college sport special, and it also opens up a class of alternative sports that can be just as challenging and exciting . . . intramurals. This year's winners in intra- murals were as foflowt fool ball. "The Dream Team \ bas ketball. (W) "Melissa and The Black Cats'' and (M) "The 4 30V. tennis. Michael Mc- Swaim softball. "The Dream Team." The coordinator tor in tramurals this year was Coach Steve Harwood. Thanks to e\e ryone who participated! SZUVZTfc IFE Students at Piedmont College enjoy a variety of extracurricular activities. Free time is precious to every college student. Each student has a personal idea of what to do during spare time. Some work, some play sports and others perform community service. When the weather is warm, students go fishing, boating or skiing. In cooler weather, students go hunting or snowskiing. Popular school activities organized by the Director of Student Activities, Ms. Patti Dixon, include dances, camping trips, ski trips and Casino Nights. Students jobs vary greatly depending on the student. In addition to on-campus jobs, some students work at fast food establishments; some work at convenience stores* some work at grocery stores; and many work in offices and banks. Business Administration majors and minors often obtain jobs during college at banks and in offices around the area. ABOVE Regina Jordan uses the nmo before Chapel 10 write a letter to her dad I I Fl SOOII w lerson. Robin Tipton and Pjnm Brui held discus* current events outside the librar> w -M VKtenetUnf PeofoU /t 1/::< WitU*? t/ie VetfUte *76e "Hn^e 7* $**{ Oft Student* 7Ku4t Stud* J w 706et *76e (Zantena, s4fifiea*4> & ty^cc'ie gauyfo Sty SutpU&e^te f ^- 4 pw fl I " i k '' & > M% 706ck 1 See 1f*u Smite *}t G>U?6teK* Ttty Vcuf 'Di&ma Director Dick Stafford Lighting % Sound Jim Gallagher Hair % Make-Up Laura Turpen Costumes Kristal Stafford Cecelia Carter Kristie Zimmerman Stephen Allen Phillip Scott Wierson Aries Struvie Thurston Wheelis Didi Snavely Elmer Watkins Harold Dean Lattimer Yippy Petey Fisk Bertha Bumiller Jody Bumiller Leonard Childers Stanley Bumiller Pearl Burras Charlene Bumiller R.R. Snavely Chad Hartford Rev. Spikes Phinas Blye Sherriff Givens Vera Carp Hank Bumiller All characters were portrayed by Scott Wierson and Stephen Allen. Stage Help: Kristie Zimmerman, Costumes; Laura Turpen, Hair 6 Make-up; Kristal Stafford, Costumes; Cecilia Carter, Costumes. Numerous props had to be obtained for the production including a casket and set of church trucks for the funeral scene. Halloween proved to be a busy evening at Piedmont this year. A costume contest was held in Getman-Babcock Hall, and it was open to both males and females. Trick-or-treating was popular as the guys went door to door in the girls' dorm beg- ging for free handouts. Costumes ranged from simple to elegant. Witches, cartoon characters, phantoms, cowboys and cow- girls, Indians, ghosts, goblins, movie stars and clowns were popular outfits this year. Don't be scared we won't hurt you. Go ahead and look at the pictures on this page. And by the way . . . BOO!!! &4Ac*t& TttyAt One of the favorite events on campus is Casino Night. Even the commuters come back for itl A professional casino company provides the equipment and dealers. Dr. Wester and Dr. Wainberg also deal at the Blackjack tables. Patti works the Wheel of Fortune and you can even try your luck at the Roulette table. Lewis puts on his "city suit" with gold cufflinks and functions as the "man in charge" pit boss, banker, etc. Jean and Christina serve "cocktails" to the tables full of thirsty gamblers. At the end of the evening, money is traded in for raffle tickets. The tickets are then drawn for prizes. Prizes include calculators, tools, sports equipment, lin- ens, and food. However, everyone's fa- vorite prizes are the sheer, lacy lingerie. It's especially fun when one of the guys wins it! 30W rfM One way to fight poverty during college is to get a job. Many jobs are available on campus. One fun place to work is the Stu- dent Center. It is one of the few jobs where you can play and get paid for it. It takes about 8 students to run the Student Center. Another place to work, if you can resist munching, is the cafeteria. There are usually about 8 jobs available there for students. If office work is preferred, students can work in Alumni, Admissions, Registrar's, Financial Aid, President's, Dean's and Business Offices. Filing, typing and tele- phone answering are important aspects of these jobs. Some students who enjoy the outdoors work with Maintenance Department keeping the grounds in order. Others, who like indoor surroundings, work for mem- bers of the faculty maintaining labs and assisting where needed. The library also employs several students to perform var- ious tasks. For those who prefer flexible hours, there are jobs available as tutors, coach's assistants, and as a yearbook or newspa- per editor. Andy Chandler puts away the clean trays as his job in the cafeteria. ca 1 \e% e - c\a Jason Stephens works to keep the TV Student Center clean. LEFT: Kimberly Carver types a letter for Mr. Gregory in the Financial Aid Office. BELOW: Loyce Martin writes down some informa- tion at the library desk. ABOVE LEFT knstal $tattord prepares to compile Piedmont Studies attendance in the Pean s On ice \BO\ / knstie Zimmerman enters account intorma tion into the computer at Registration Todd Gant. Student Cmum \4mm$m and Paul Ro bards prepare the The "Gator," "Hammer," "Electric Slide" 'Pofict&z* Ttetv &utce& The dances at Piedmont are major sporting events for students. When they dance, they dance hard enough to work up a good sweat. Students enjoy listening to Pop, Rock, R&B and yes, even 50s music. They have mastered moves like the Ham- mer, Roger Rabbit, Bus Stop, Electric Shuf- fle and the Gator. Sock hops are big hits with the students also: they twist non- stop and limbo till they drop. To begin the fall with a bang there is a Freshman Dance. Then throughout the year there are the Homecoming, Christ- mas, Valentine and Spring Formal dances. These are the more formal dances and between these dances are many other less formal dances. Each dance is fun and full of surprises. You never know who will be with who and you always leave with some good gossip and not necessarily the same person you came with. You might even meet that special person you have been searching for your entire life. There are always special memories of the dances throughout a student's career at Pied- mont College. RIGHT: Tracy Mathews struts her stuff. ABOVE. Lisa Elder and Patrick Pooser enjoy the Valentine Dance. RIGHT: Ginger Rumsey shows off some of her new moves. ^cutce& On the night of a Piedmont College dance, the excitement does not end when the music stops. There are many activi- ties that start at midnight. One of the most common of these activities is the after-dance party. Most of these parties begin before the dance but take a break during the dance hours. Another popular activity is a late-night "Huddle run" to the Huddle House in Clarkesville, where friends get together for a good time and snack or coffee. Less popular activities also take place after Piedmont dances. Cleaning up the Student Center and the parking lot must be done so that school can go on normally the next day. Little-known activities in- volving the police, such as the theft of a light bar or people breaking into Daniel Hall, also occur. Todd Gant April Anderson and Rob Moore spot the photographer at the Homecoming Dance. /4ixieUf Imagine yourself walking into a room where people are in groups and couples laughing and having a good time. Since you don't know anyone you proceed to find a seat. The nervousness coming over you is showing on your face and you feel like everyone is looking at you. This is the feel- ing many freshmen and new students ex- perience when they begin Piedmont Col- lege. Everywhere you look around campus, students are gathering together and hav- ing a good time. Friendship is in the air and you wish to be a part of it. Don't fret! At Piedmont is seems all you have to do is say hello to someone and BOOM! you have friends! They intro- duce you to others and pretty soon you are part of a laughing group. Sharen Nix ABOVE: Kimm Bowers, Rhonda Black well, and Jenny Watts pause in the dorm lobby. Nt * 1 vv 1 1 ^>/^^^H AfiOVF. Jonathan Bennett. Jim Gallagher and Joel Massey wait in the hall for the next class to start. LEFT Jen Mekrut and Tracie Murkerson. ready for a night on the town. rARIIIT Mike Jasperse. April Anderson, Kara keel, fteplume GrOOOOH, Michael llw Wcvi./v k'ccil Demte Peck and Chris Huskins ii /,/> andHeth Sailors spend tunc tOftthm on the stairs of in I I vc- Elherldgt .mil Tim i ord pause to talk />< Sotmon Btbeoek Hat ton then morning *.>ik-. to the Pott Offlco m The Christmas Dance held on Novem- ber 29th kicked off the Christmas season. The Student Center was decorated with lights, garlands and bows above the win- dows. Edible candy cane garlands hung from the walls and tinsel was wrapped around the poles. A large Christmas tree was lit in the T.V. area. The Valentine's Dance was held in the Student Center on February 12th and about 200 people attended. Several things made this a very romantic dance besides the fact it was for Valentine's Day. Every- one danced in the T.V. area instead of spread out in the main area (this gave everyone an excuse to huddle closer). Pink and white balloons were in a net above the fireplace and gossamer was draped across the doors. The D.J.'s played lots more slow songs than they did at the other dances. RIGHT. Matt Hudlow, Brian Turner and Greg Loudermilk have legs and know how to use them. BELOW.- Leigh Anne Wade, Jill Peeples, Beth Saylors and Dr. John Wester get down at the Valentine's Dance. rf^ \&> & Skip Johnston points out the photographer to Carole Pence at the Valentine Dance. ?44>6iO4t& Demorest may not be Paris or Milan, and the shops across from the Post Office aren't full of Armani or Chanel designs, but along with each school year comes Piedmont's own set of fads and fashions. This year was no different. At any time in Daniel Hall, one might see everything from preppies to hippies or from mini- skirts to jogging suits. The 60s are back. An obvious example is the high-tech psychadelic patterns and bell-bottoms, but a more subtle one is the comeback of color. Even the most conser- vative rugbys and sweatshirts are show- ing the almost florescent pinks, blues and greens typical of the 60s. Comfort is in. For dressing down, Nike- type warmups are everywhere. Students are wearing matching jackets and pants in solid, striped, and blocked colors. Even in dressing up, wearing oversized tops over leggings or catsuits is both comfortable and fashionable. In addition, dresses from ladylike to skintight have returned. Accessories like scarfs, jewelry, handbags and shoes are a must. To top it off, use your head and think hats. Who knows? By August, things may have changed. But, judging from designs here and abroad, these fads and fashions are here to stay. April Anderson ABOVE: Jamie Wheeler shows off his new outfit at the Toga Party. RIGHT: Rusty Hendricks proudly displays his "best" suit at the Homecoming Style Show. FAR RIGHT: Shelby McCoy, sporting the latest in summer fashions. LEFT: Beth Saylors is fashionable in her black skirl and blouse, covered with a white dress shirt. BELOW: Members of the Homecoming Court put on their worst for the style show. s4cUufy The Student Center is more than a building. It is also a place where commut- ers and dorm students meet and interact. Popular activities include shooting pool and talking about what happened last weekend or what is going to happen this weekend. The students also play ping pong, Fusball and card games of all types. In the Student Center, students can check out Student Activity equipment such as board games, camping gear, frisbees and bicycles. During Student Center dances, students often play video games as a change of pace and a chance to cool off. The Dean of Students, the Director of Campus Life and their secretary have of- fices in that building, and are assisted by a staff of students who clean and maintain the Student Center. Tutoring often takes place in the food and vending area, while many people watch MTV or CNN on the big screen TV on the other end of the building. The tele- vision area was especially popular during the War in the Persian Gulf this year. Todd Gant ABOVE: Rob Calloway, Rhonda Williams, Lesa Ga- brels and Michelle Fuller relax in the food area. BELOW.- Playing cards is always a popular activity. RIGHT: Stephanie Lovin and Ginger Rumsey discuss weekend plans in the TV room. BELOW: Steve Farley lines up his shot. RIGHT: Angle Smith watches as Raymond Kent and Jennifer Owens play Angie Chambers and Jeremy Marshall at Fusball. e'<* $4t /4 *3etcvee*t ^i-ii The 1991 Spring Formal was held on Sat- urday, April 6th, from 9:00 until midnight at the Cornelia Community House. Music for the event was provided by "Sound Al- ternative" of Cornelia. DJs for the even- ing were Rob Moore and Stan Crump, as- sisted by David English. Decorations for the dance were made by Ms. Patti Dixon and Jody Cannon-Far- ley. A large gossamer tent sheltered the doorway, and numerous pastel balloon bouquets brightened the room. The set- ting for portraits was a carousel horse and draped white background. Professional photography was by Randy Crump of Rudeseal & Associates Photog- raphy of Baldwin, who was assisted by Frank Swaim. Refreshments were pre- pared by Papa Dean Middleton and the cafeteria staff. ABOVE RIGHh Don Edmond, Keith Lee, Mike Gar- rett and Greg Loudermilk make an entrance. ABOVE: Lesley Bennett and Tom Johnson enjoy the music played by "Sound Alternative". RIGHT: Jenni- fer Owens and Raymond Kent all dressed up for a big night at the dance. ABOVE: Leah Henderson looks to see what others think of Tyler Lee's outfit. Honors Day was held on April 24, 1991. Several students were recognized for receiving named scholarships for the upcoming school year: Stephanie Miller, Crissy Talley, Paul Robards, Pa- trice King, Pam Adams, Goldie Patel, Tammy Foster, Lori Hilton and Candace Martin. Camp Younts Scholarships were awarded to Arun Bajrachar- ya, Matt Benson, Jerry Cox, Bridgett Marcus, Kerry Mote, Eric Perner, Traci Phillips, Manoj Shrestha, Mary Tittle, Umesh Upa- dhyay, Darren Volk, Melissa Walls, Cyndi Wood and Richard York. Trustees' Scholarships went to Susan Bachler, Ida Beckstine, Alicia (Lisa) Brown, Anissa Dean, Tammy Flanagan, Jennifer Jones, Regina Jordan, Kara Keel, Tyler Lee, Jeremy Marshall, Traci Sears, Clayton Woodfin and Karin Yau. Flint Scholarships went to Stephen Allen and Gail Chapman. Alumni Memorial Scholarships were awarded to Amber Ray, Lynette Finch, Todd Vandiver, Tatjana Thompson, Kimberli Hud- son, Paige Sanders, Kathleen McDuffie and Scott Wierson. The Mary L. Griggs Scholarship was presented to Ram Dongol. The Sears-Roebuck Foundation Teaching Excellence and Cam- pus Leadership Award was given to Dr. Rob Wainberg. The H.M. Stewart Award of Excellence was presented to Deb- orah Irvin. Honor graduates. Dean's Scholars and Dean's List students were recognized. New members of Alpha Chi and The Torch Club were announced. Also, Dr. Adams recognized students se- lected to Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities (1991). Numerous departmental honors were also given, as were sev- eral meritorious service awards. ABOVE: Deborah Irvin accepts the H. Milton Stewart Award of Excellence. BELOW: Terri Edwards (pictured with family) received the SGAE Mary C. Lane Future Teacher Excellence Award. Shelby McCoy smiles while accepting the McKee- Dr. Rob Wainberg received the Sears-Roebuck Award Davidson Scholarship for 1991-1992. for Teaching Excellence and Campus Leadership. Robin Tipton received the Art Department Award. Tye Etheridge and Susan Bachler were the recipients Crissy Talley accepts the W. Ben and Nell F. Single- Patrice King received the Dr. Pearl Nix Scholarship of the Religion awards. ton Scholarship from Dr. Adams. Math Awards went to Darla Brown. Joe Chong. karm Yau. Ida Beckstme. Tei Edwards. Kim Simmemon. William Knowles III. Shaun Conley. Darren King. Elementary Spanish Awards went to Matt Benson. Tina Campbell. Joe Chong. Anissa Dean. Carol Cowan. Bridget! Marcus. Darren Volk. Crissv T alios lotcsa Wood. Melissa Walls. Psychology \ hadlth Mat>e< ,1ark McCoy. Mimi Din French Awarda BradatyHrod OacyDy* RMbyMcCo) PaagaSandan fcotl Wricnon. Karki \ MI . Cynthia Staphana. k.-iu u ,i>^., u... > k.i> Rltchai JtCeteUf>- ?6tvit6' (2>04Kme*tcemeU ^eict On Sunday, May 12, 1991, 97 Piedmont College seniors became the school's 94th graduating class. A Baccalaureate Service was held in the Chapel at II am with Rev. Richard M. Austin giving the address. At 3 pm, the graduating class entered the Chapel for Commencement Exercises. William B. Macomber, former ambassador to Jordan and Turkey, was the keynote speaker. President John Elger, assisted by Dean Carlton Adams, awarded degrees to ap- proximately 87 students. Honorary de- grees were also awarded to three people. Those receiving honorary doctorates were William B. Macomber, Doctor of Laws; Richard Austin and Harry Wilber Clark, Doctors of Theology. Four students were Summa Cum Laude: Melanie Fitzpatrick, Deborah Irvin, Eliza- beth Marsh and Wendy Wilson-, four were Magna Cum Laude: Michael Carroll, Jane LEFT: Rev. Richard M. Austin, Rev. Harry Wilber Clark and Mr. William B. Macomber await guests at the reception following Graduation. BELOW: Shannon Staton and Tracy Mathews enjoy one last moment together before becoming college graduates. BELOW RIGHT: Robin Tipton and Matt Tucker pre- pare to walk the long aisle to the front of the Chapel. Chitwood, Brenda "Lu" Rush and Kimberli Simmemon; and nine were Cum Laude: Roberta Callahan, Cecilia Carter, Teresa Ford, Donna Martin, Gregory McCall, Kristal Stafford, Robin Tipton, Umesh Upadhyay and Bryan Watson. Other members of the graduating class included Monique Agbor, William Beehler, Sharon Brock, Francis Callahan, Alice J. Cannon-Farley, Kimberly Canup, Stanley Carter, James S. Cash Jr., Lynn Cash, Ron- ald Champion, Keith Clark, Marty Clark, Johnny Coxx, Phillip Cronic, Perry Dalton, Wanda Dawson, Anita Elliott, Kevin Fallin, Michelle Fuller, Janice Gaither, James Gal- lagher Jr., Michelle Gerrell, Leora Kay Haynes, Sharon Hickox, Tamera Hill, Chi- kako Hirayama, Teresa Holcomb, Traci Ja- cobs, Edith Jameson, Skip Johnston III, Kendra Jones, Lanny Kersh, Michael Knepp, Patrick Lama, Brenda Lovell, Tracy Mathews, Ryan Melton, Cindy Miller, Rob- ert Moore, William Morgan Jr., Ronnie Mullinax, Deana Murphy, Judy Nichols, Thomas Nixon, Patrick Onwuzuruike, Derek Pardue, Richard Parry, Breck Patterson, Billy Payne, Scott Peck, Somkhith Phapakdy, Michele Pruitt, Chenelle Raines, Teresa Rice, Merrie Rice, Kimberly Rider, Tammy Ross, Dexter Sanders, Laurie Shead, Shannon Staton, Anthony Teasley, Randy Thacker, Matthew Tucker, Laura Tur- pen, Karen Vaughn, Martin Veal, LeVon Westmoreland, Michael Williams and Teresa Woodall. Ushers for the day were Nancy Car- mack, Sonya Davidson, Dennis Kelly, Lewis Lindsey, Nancy Singer, LuAnn Stadler, Rena Watkins and Vickie Webb. The faculty marshal was Carol Parker, Registrar. Student marshals were Tina Campbell and Kristie Zim- merman. LEFT: William Morgan. Lanny Kersh and Scott Peck show that everything is cool with them. BELOW: Jimmy Cash and his sister L ynnie Cash cele- brate attaining their degrees from Piedmont. LB ~^^Li nSt ABOVE Pr Max W hue. L\ Itafcft tinker and Pr Albert ricssicr den thet tor the Mramom AtOVl till Ronnie Mullmay. Peana \1urph> and ether jmtofw tool far ftcftt '/>< fawn j* rikt) /fjvf f/)c- Chapel 11 II I he Clan at 1991 Piedmont Scholars III III Great Decisions Discussion Participants ill 111 LEFT. BACK: Trade Sears, Traci Phillips, Tammy Flanagan, Dr. Ken Melichar, Adviser; CENTER: Bridget* Marcus, Susan Bachler, Mary Tittle, Karin Yau, Jennifer Jones; FRONT: Lisa Brown, Ida Beckstine, Anissl Dean. 1% i>Hi tJ ^le (^ae^ On Local News And Happenings On April 14, 1991, a Grand Opening and Ded- ication Ceremony was held for the new Ha- bersham County Medical Center. The struc- ture includes 16 private rooms, 15 semi-private rooms and an Intensive Care Unit with 4 beds. Officer Bob Haygood joined the Demorest Police Department as a patrolman. He was for- merly Chief of Police in a college town and a Cornelia Police Officer. - The intersection of Georgia Highways 365 and 115 was named the Tom Arrendale Inter- change in a dedication ceremony highlighted with a keynote speech by Governor Zell Miller. Approximately 200 people were present for the ceremony, which was held on Thursday, April 4, 1991. IN SCHOOL NEWS Work began and is proceeding rapidly on the long-awaited new Piedmont College Li- brary. Two new 15-passenger vans were purchased for use by Piedmont College. The vans are white and lettered with Piedmont College on the sides. Special features include AM/FM stereo with speakers throughout the vehicle, and adjustable heating and air conditioning vents for every seat. Several offices were relocated in order to provide better services to students. The Ad- missions Office, Registrar's Office and book- store all were moved to better accomodate the needs of each. Carpeting was replaced in Getman-Bab- cock, Purcell and Daniel Halls, and faculty of- fices were carpeted with remnants. Jenkins Auditorium underwent extensive modifications, including the creation of a lob- by, and the addition of a lighting and sound booth. m National News Nelson Mandela was freed from a South African prison after serving 27 years as a po- litical prisoner. The Berlin Wall crumbled and East and West Germany united. On August 2, 1990, Saddam Hussein of Iraq invaded Kuwait with 100,000 troops. January 16, 1991, massive air attacks on downtown Baghdad signalled the beginning of the liberation of Kuwait. Operation Desert Shield became Operation Desert Storm. American-made Patriot missies repeatedly knocked out Iraqi Scud missies. February 23, 1991, the ground war began and over 20,000 Iraqis surrendered in the first 36 hours. February 26, i99l, Kuwaiti Government of- ficials declared Kuwait liberated. On February 27, 1991, President Bush or- dered a cease-fire exactly 100 hours after the beginning of the ground assault. Losses: America 292 casualties, 9 POWs and 27 planes; Iraqi 300,000 (of 400,000) troops removed from service, 3008 tanks, 140 planes. Long-awaited announcement: The 1996 Olympics will be held in Atlanta, Georgia. James "Buster" Douglas defeated Mike Ty- son, becoming World Heavyweight Champ. The Southern U.S. suffered millions of dol- lars in flood damage. Roseanne Barr offended many with her raunchy rendition of the National Anthem. Nolan Ryan won his 300th game. Colophon Volume 71 of the Piedmont College Yonahian yearbook was printed in Montgomery, Alabama, by Herff Jones Publishing Company. The cover photograph was taken by Randy Crump of Ru- deseal % Associates Photography, and Rob Moo- re. The printing in the book is on 80-weight en- amel paper stock. Individual photographs and all other contract photography were done by Tony Rudeseal and Randy Crump of Rudeseal % As- sociates Photography of Baldwin. Special Thanks As we are putting the finishing touches on this yearbook, it is time for me to thank a few people for the assistance they have provided this year. Ms. Christina Whitaker became our adviser last summer and has actively worked to make sure that the book is a quality product. Christina has been there at all staff meetings and when- ever needed to provide support, input and as- sistance. I have had an excellent staff this year. Many started with us at the workshop at Truett- McConnell last fall, but several others came in during the school year to assist with the work. April Anderson, Assistant Editor, has come to the rescue again this year to help me finish the book during the summer. After completing the Sports section, April took up the slack by work- ing to complete other unfinished sections. Bruce Hartley, our representative from Herff Jones, has met with our staff every two weeks to be sure that the work is progressing properly. At the last minute, additional pages were add- ed to this book, causing delays in its production schedule. Special thanks are extended to anyone who has contributed in any way to producing this yearbook. 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