XI I e % ^* LI Piedmont College 1992-93 Yonaliian r06) 778-3000 lemorest, Ga. 30535 Table of Contents Page 2 Student Life >age 34 Stndentfl 'age <2 Faculty Anil Stall' l*aie 7t> Activities IN LIVING COLOR IN TUNE STUDENT LIFE ORIENTATION 1993 Coming to college can be both very exciting and very frightening. However, the 1992 freshman class seemed to adapt with no trouble. Orientation began on Sunday and ended on Tuesday. The S.O.S. leaders were always around to lend a helping hand. There were several opportuni- ties for freshmen and transfers to get to know returning students. Some of these included a freshman activity on Sunday and a Welcome Back Dance on Tuesday. Above: Jennifer Rabun gets help from SOS leaders. Left: Janel Tomlin$<>n, Nancy Booth, and Sherry Deweeie talk to Jeremy Marshall about joining a club Right: SOS leaden Sabrina Allen and Id* Br. brine help a student through rcgiMi HOMECOMING 1992 Homecoming 1992 was filled with many fun activities. The day began with a carnival sponsored by various clubs at Piedmont. Some of these included a dunking booth and a kissing booth. Later, there was a men's basketball game. At halftime, Homecoming King and Queen nominees were announced. They were: Rebecca Adams, Brad Megahee, Sherry Deweese, Bryan Witcher, Karen Edwards, Scott Domonkos, Amanda Benefield, Rene van Weenen, Sabrina Allen, Jamie Garret, Kara Keel, Mike Garrett, Julie Denard, Tyler Lee, Kristie Zimmerman, and Daren King. Kara Keel and Mike Garrett were named Queen and King for 1992. Later that evening, a dance was held in the student center. ALL IN GOOD FUN!! Far left Bryan Witcher and Brandi Bennett en)cn a slow dance Left Members of the 1992 Homecoming Court From far left Literan Society men b* Andrea Cason help with the club s fortune telling booth Theta Zrta Phi Robin Hall rt pie throwing booth - -rgel in the ft MORE HOMECOMING '9S Above: Richard and Jerri enjoy themselves at the Homecoming dance. Bud MriiJrfviii mi UN Blown ukr him >i tht M. Sijjm* Tu IVIi miuc ' bu^k ofl ApfJ Sh>n kui^ Hmmo hin IN FEAR Above: Leann Bagwell came to the dance a gangster. Above Right: Kara Keel, drive -by shooter e Top, Far Right: Greg Loudermilk and Richard York Right: Brad Megahee and John Raney get close at the jam at the dance, dressed as themselves. dance. HAIXOWEEN BASH 1992 Sigma Tau Delta sponsored the 1992 Halloween Bash. There was trick or treating at Getman-Babcock early in the evening. Later, everyone dressed up to attend Sigma Tau's dance in the Student Center. Dr. Stafford entertained everyone with ghost stories. James Rider, Sherry Deweese, and Nancy Booth won costume prizes. IN GOOD TIMES AND BAD Students at Piedmont always knew that they could count on one thing in good times and bad: their friends. Whether to give advice, hang out, cheer you up, or simply to listen to your problems, friendship was always a big part of campus life. At Piedmont, strong friendships are formed that will undoubtedly last a lifetime. Above: Tracy Helms uses Shawn Baro for a pillow after an away baseball game. Right: Pat and Tammy Wheeler show that sisters can also be great friends. FRIENDS ARE THERE \f V5 Above Jcnnilcr MiWrr.. J! CAMPUS COFFEEHOUSE 1992 The 1992 Campus Coffeehouse was filled with lip synchs, funny skits, and talented performances. In the music performance category, Chris Altman, Bud Henderson, and Curtis Cooper won for their renditions of "Running Bare" and "Amazing Grace." Inger Ferguson, Tammy Williams and Lissette Roman -Mercado won in the lip synch category. The Theta Zeta Phi officers won in the category for skits with "Sluts." Melody Smith, Dee Christopher, Bobbie Stringer, and Penny Barnard won the consolation prize. Above: Eric Pfiel, Jonathan Pfiel, Sheridan Soper, Kristi Burnsed, and Marcy Cincotta enjoy the per- formances. IN BETWEEN CLASSES There were many activities to indulge in between classes at Piedmont. Some students chose to head back to the dorm for a nap. Others crammed in study time. Catching up on the latest gossip in the halls or in the Snack Shack was always a popular activity. In the Snack Shack, there was always food and drink at reasonable prices for the hungry students. Also, playing games and watching TV in the Student Center was a popular activity. Above: Catching up on all the lates is always Top: Octavius Mulligan heads to the dorm for a quick Above: Maria Hinchliffe relaxes in the Snack Shack. * Right: Kathy and Billy relax aft< IN ANY EVENT Even Piedmont students occasionally have to find ways to relax and let down their hair. Some of these activities included intramurals, dances, and trips to Athens or Atlanta. Whatever Piedmont students choose to do, they always found fun and unique ways to pass the time. IN FLIGHT Kristie Zimmerman, Tyler Lee, and Julie Denard 1993 SENIORS a Beckstine sports a popular jogging s Dee Christopher models some popular fashions, such as her baseball cap and sunglasses. IN STYLE >w Fashion at Piedmont varied according to the individual. Each person had his or her unique sense of style. Of course, there were some wardrobe necessities for everyone. Girls were frequently seen wearing baseball caps and other hats. Nylon jogging suits were also popular. Both girls and guys wore oversized shirts and cut-off shorts. Whatever i Piedmont students wore, they were certain to always look their best. Left Barbie Sprack.. Dairu Dawdy, and Staq Jan Hear no evil. Speak no evil, and M ^^E Abovr AlUaun Aihurw and On Y Chris and Heather Jackson share a special n Allison Ashurst cuddles up to Tyler Lee. Mark Paym steals a kiss from Kerri Cason. w ^m K ^ ! 1 A MBaf"'- -.$} ' mJ * . # i | fi f i I 3 IN LOVE Dating played a very special part in the lives of many Piedmont student Everyday, new couples came together while others split up. As frcqucnth one might see a couple snuggling in the halls, the same couple might just frequently be seen fighting outside Daniel Hall. Dating life II Piedm could be called many things, but never boring. FUJS IN THE HVN Beach Party '93, though postponed because of weather, finally came off without a hitch. Around 2:00, the volleyball games began. Soon, other beach bums began to appear to catch some rays. When the pig was ready everyone left their activities to eat. As the day wore on, the karaoke machine was finally put to use. The night ended with a sing-along to "Ebony and Ivory" and "Mountain Music." After a while, the party almost seemeH LWe a real beach. Steven Patrick relaxes in a chair at Beach Party '93. Is everyone too tired after finals and baseball practio actually participate in the volleyball games? BEACH PARTY '93 Ivcryonc p 1>; , , )U t || tl, r lie*, h fat) IN THE GROOVE Piedmont dances are tradition. Dances are the one time you can sec all groups on campus in From the "Welcome Back" dance to Bubba Williams' shot at being d.j. at the After Hours were a great success. From the most casual of dances to the Spring Formal, the decorati the occasion and sometimes quite funny. Remember the St. Patrick's Day dance where everyone got caught in the netting' Or the Christmas dance with the silver streamers that everyone got lost in? The dances get bigger and better each and are truly a uniting force here. Ii\ T THE BOOHS Though our grades may never show it and our teachers can't believe it, everyone had to Study at least a Right: Angie Chambers cracks the little books at the library. INCORRIGIBLE SUPERLATIVES IN SESSION STUDENTS Rebecca Adams Amindi Bcncticld r.i rt J ^ ^fl*l Charles Caudell c Abby Chewning I Bud Henderson Leslie Hcndrick Mi Tommy Padtha t jr. ni a /Oi A \ Brandon Reed I *\1 in r / V r :* [ tf* J*. . .. - VS ( Uvf.i. .v ( Mm) Uw INFAMOUS SUPERLATIVES FRIENDLIEST BIGGES1 1 1 IK I Richard York and Brenda CotUon IN CLASS ' > * * FACULTY AND STAFF .( 3BfBl \r an Arnold Burton John Elger I President L -rW Oralia J ^V^^B H^^^ Jin Pullim | l .- t Communications _^A.~ jiL Ronny Richardson I Business dfi A* '. - - N - i 1 ft - * IN MOTION ACTIVITIES Above: Yearbook editor Lisa Brown worked hard to be certain Yona- hian deadlines were completed. Above: Faculty section editor Dale Cash draws an important layout for his section. * Above Di Jot Pfelma ^- ix mWmi tor the ' : * n - I c tt fotteni nmci c nwrn w neliui helps SftbriM Allen wkh u bj out Left: Clubs editor John ( ovington toes some dirty work: taking out the [rash. I Above: Piedmont's branch of SGAE was busy helping future educators prepare to teach the younger generation. 1 Above: Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) was sponsored by Dr. Mark Gardner. The students kept busy learning about business and economics. Lefr: Piedmont's Psychology Club was spon- sored by Dr. Emerson Brooking. The Psy- chology Club was always busy planning fun and educational activities. Right: Alpha Chi, Piedmont's Honors Society, wti sponsored by Dr. Ralph Singei I 1992-93 Chamber Singers included (Front) Ida Beckstine, Jen Hall, Liz Kelly, Bucky Strickland, Cindy Sams, (Second Row) Dr. Elizabeth Kimble, Sandy Landrum, Eric Dickerson, Donna Cleveland, Lynette Finch, David Chase, (Back Row) Ray Kelly, Jamie Farmer, Paul Allen, Renee Williamson, Jason Stephens, Kyle Segars, and Dr. James Mellichamp. ,.. ^ i 1992-93 Chapel Choir, directed by Dr. Elizabeth Kimble. t CtlOU M thr t- t Above: The 1992-93 Anthropology Club was sponsored by Dr. Max White. This club went on many exciting digs and field trips, accompani. by Dr. White. Above: The 1992-93 Art Club was sponsored by Cheryl Goldsleger. This club was involved in many a Piedmont students held on a regular basis. >, including art shows featuring t Left: The 1992-93 Commerce Club wis sponsor Duncan. Members included Jerry Cox, Julie '. MacKinney. John Bray, and Robert Gardner Ri^ht Th baptist Student Union has been involved in many hclplul and tun activities on and off Piedmont Campus They oltcn attend retreats and do nittiOf] work in other areas ol the umnm t Above: Sabrina Allen and Ben Smith, two reporters for the Lion's Roar, busily work at typing copy. Above: Reporter Dee Christopher is always hard at work; interviewing, writing and typing m t I Ro*x Stiff member i Smith. Det Chnstu; - | Left Mrloih Smtlh proufrndi i"jn i"i il>r \*\ t Sigma Tau Delta members pose after their fall 1992 induction ceremony and rush week. Literary Society members included Lisa Brown, Ms. Windy Charles, Dr. Lisa Lumpkin, Andrea Cason, Jer Mekrut, Maggie Harris, Cammy Taylor, Allison Singer, and John Stevenson. f Left Sigma T- Wetncn, Dircn King, ind TcxW Rock pose wh Pnea- SGAE had the opportunity to speak with the Habersham County school superintendent this y Their sponsor is Dr. Lynne Schwab. Left: 1992-93 Theta Zeta Phi Members pose in German -Babcock. Righr: 1992 SGA Members included: Jill Peoples, Bucky Strickland, Sabrina Allen, Dusrin Epps, Leah Henderson, Lynecte Finch, Jason Stephens, Kara Keel, Jennifer Milstead, Clayton Woodfin, James Rider, Maria Hinchliffe, and Mark Payne. I t Left Then Zi Phi Nin Cleveland woAed m the jTii'f tf , Hr*- ^B ftwjl ^L^B $& mj*!*m 1 I t In M emorium DAVID SHEPARD PRATT " . I David Pratt had a long and distinguished career as Piedmont College's librarian before his death in early 1993- Before coming to Piedmont in 1968, he attended Reed College and graduated from Long Beach State College in California. He also earned his first Masters degree there. He later earned a Masters in Library Science at the University of Michigan. During his time at Piedmont Dr. Pratt greatly enriched and expanded Piedmont's library. For his contributions, he was awarded an honorary doctorate in 1987. Dr. Pratt will be greatly missed by faculty, staff, and students at Piedmont. In Dedication LEWIS T. LIJVDSEY LIONS SCORE The 1992-93 Lions had a very eventful year. Outside of experiencing successful season of ball, both new and old players had to adjust to a ne\ assistant coach, Brian Turner, and the loss of head coach Maxie Skinner, wh retired as basketball coach at the end of the 1992-93 season. Though Coac Skinner will be missed, we are glad the last season was so successful Top: Octavius Mulligan looks for a Front L-R: Octavius Mulligan, Michael Garrett, Chris Taylor, Michael McSwain. 2nd Row: David Johnson. Willi Ley, Joey Royston, Richard York. 3rd Row: Maxie Skinner, Patrick Reece, Paul Rice, Ritchie Anderson. Wa I Wheeler, Brian Turner. LADY LIONS BASKETBALL The 1992-93 Lady Lions were coached in their successful season bv Coach Beth Ralph and Coach Mize. They were led by team captains Angie Cham- bers and Dackri Davis. With many talented new recruits and experienced players on the team, the lady Lions managed to continue the winr. ii begun in previous seasons. Here's to an even better season m BASEBALL TEAM 41-17 The Piedmont College Diamond Lions baseball team recently completed its 1993 season compiling an impressive 41-17 record. The 41 victories broke a school record for most wins in a single season. Coach Steve Harwood credits much of his team's success to the fact that he had four hitters who slugged over .400. Shawn Baro of Peachtree City hit .445. Tracey Helms of Charlotte, North Carolina hit .443. Orlando, Florida native Doug Beard hit .421, and Piedmont's most valuable player, Jason Hatchett of Breman hit .403. Scott Domonokos of Powder Springs also added some offensive fire power for the Lions, batting .380. Incredibly, Harwood's team finished with a batting average of .335. Hatchett led the team in RBI's with 43. Beard was the Lion's home run leader with six. Beard was also named player of the week in the G.I.A.C. Conference for two consecutive weeks. In week one, he went 16 for 22 with 2 doubles, 2 triples, 1 home run, and 11 RBI's. In the process, he pounded the ball hitting .727 on the week. During the season, much attention was drawn to the Diamond Lions' strong pitching staff. Towns County ace Chet Kendall led the pitching staff with an 8-4 record and a 1.55 ERA. Chris Price of Moultrie had a 6-2 record with one save and an ERA of 2.13. Gainesville native Chris Ludwig finished with an impressive 6-0 record. Greg Graber Front (1-r) Coach Harwood, Chad Blackmon, Ray Holbrook, T.R.Jackson. Greg Gibson. 2nd: Doug Beard, Steve Schraber, Sam Parker, Pete Farmer, Todd Powell, Shane Cothran. 3rd: Larry White, Fred Wheeler, Chris Ludwig, Ricky Woodruff, Byron Puckett, Shawn Baro, Jason Hatchett. 4th: Mike Shaw, Neal Gosdin, Curtis Cooper, Darren Volk. Mike McCall, Tracey Helms. 5th: Johnny Jarrett, Ken Motter, Chet Kendall, Chris Price. Kevin Anderson. Scott Domonkos, Chris Altman. Top: Chad Blackmon waits for his ball. Above: Chet Kendall hits another homer. Al-iw Seniot K<. ognition 1>** l..p fact] H FAST PITCH SOFTBALL After being virtually unbeaten for the past two seasons, the Piedmont College women's Softball team made the transition from the slow pitch to fast pitch. This season, the team was competing as a club sport while adjusting to the more challenging aspects of the fast pitch game. Coach Beth Ralph believes that her players are making the switch very well so far. She believes that next year looks promising with good possibilities for recruits. Players on the 1993 fast pitch Lady Lions include: Dackri Davis of Riverdale; Sandy Howe of Carnesville; Beth Smith of Dacula; Brandi Bennett of Dawsonville; Jennifer Rabun of Lilburn; Catherine DeLyra of Alpharetta; Mandy Lents of Epworth; Dana Everett and Stacie Miller of Monroe; and Beth Taylor of Suwanee. Greg Graber Brandi Bennett waits to tag out a would be scorer. Cat DeLyra watches for a ball o fop: Sndi Howe preprej to hit the bU out ot the Left Jenniler H I f Sfc B "bS Clockwise from above: Brad Titus slams the ball t score a crucial point. Jamie Garrett concentrates on sending the ball over the MEN'S TENNIS TEAM The 1992-93 Men's Tennis team experienced a terrific season under Coach Ellen Briggs. They began the season with two losses to Anderson College and Oglethorpe College, but picked up steam with wins over Lagrange, Georgia Southwestern, North Georgia, Young Harris, and Brewton- Parker. They finished with an overall record of six wins and seven loses. The team placed fourth in district, an improvement over fifth place the previous year Congrat- ulations! Raj K r ; Bad i k ( had Man itur (.irrrtt I ): \ ..r WOMEN'S TENNIS TEAM There were many first in Piedmont's Athletic Department this year includ- ing a women's tennis team. Due to a number of requests from women a tennis team was formed. Coach Kelley Pardue was hired to lead the team for the 1993 season. The team record was 2-11 with wins against Brewton - Parker and Lagrange. The players were ranked as follows: #1 Rahel Afiley, #2 Sherry Deweese, #3 Renee Ledbetter, #4 Teresa Wood, #5 Nancy Booth and #6 Kara Hatfield. Sherry was named Most Valuable Player at the Sports Banquet. Congratulations to the team in their first year. Teresa Wood agonizes over a missed volley. Renee Ledbetter n Sherry Deweese serves the ball to her opponent. ' / / s s / / * / / :>> s7J // y v 5 V 4 ; SOCCER TEAM 7-10-1 The soccer Lions of Piedmont College recently completed their first full season of NAIA intercollegiate competition. They recorded a 7 -10-l regular season record, which is very respectable for a first year team. Even more impressive, the Lions earned a berth in the NAIA District 25 i Piedmont traveled to Truett-McConnell on November 3rd for the last of their regular season. With goals from Eric Burke, Jimmy Stephens and Tony Myers, the Lions were victorious in this outing by tfk Unfortunately, the Lions were unable to carry this momentum into the NAIA District 25 playoffs. In the single elimination tournament, thev were matched against the number 13th team in the nation, Berrv College. For die u time in a week, the Lions were beaten by the score of 9-0. The Lions were coached this season by Jodie Smith of Lilburn. His assistant coach v..: Graber of Cornelia. Greg Graber tm ] I luni 1 K Richard Schu IMBJMM s ' r - I ti " k K "* ' K ' - Robert /Uka B - Above Tony Myrti work* to keep llir opponent* Ii.mii CROSS COUNTRY TEAM The "new and improved" Piedmont College Athletic Department has taken several steps forward in strengthening its program, including the revival of its Cross Country Team. The Lion runners competed in eight meets, including the District 25 meet at Berry College. Dr. Ellen Briggs, the coach of the team, usually has her runners up at 6:30 am training. This is due to the tough competition her runners must face this season, "usually there are 16 teams running at each invitational," says Briggs, "and most of them are large universitites." Some teams Piedmont faced this year are: Florida State, Au- burn, Alabama, Georgia Tech, Troy State, and West Georgia College. Clark Middleton, a former Marine from Demorest, is Piedmont's top male runner, while Norway's Rahel Afiley is the Lion's top female runner. The season culminated with the November 7th District 25 meet at Berry College. L-R: Clark Middleton, Daren King, Maria Hinchliffe, Lee Smee, Rahel Afiley, Dale Payne, Dee Floyd, Lym Finch, Bryan Gramling. IN RECOGNITION The 1993 Sports Banquet was held for Piedmont athletes at Runway Fishhouse in Baldwin. Following dinner, awards were presented to athletes in all sports, including soccer, golf, cross country, basketball, baseball, Softball, and tennis. Outstanding athletes were recognized in each sport, as well as athletic scholarship winners. The Yonahian would like to congratulate each Piedmont athlete on their fine peformances this year. 1993 SPORTS BANQUET - ndl Ellen ' Man Hudlow dips Tyler Lee at the formal. Rhonda Carr and Jason Stephens do a tango. SPRING FORMAL 1993 The 1993 Spring Formal was held at the Stone Mountain Center in Gainsville. Students and faculty and Kail the day decorating the room in gold and maroon. Huge pillars and balloon -filled urns transformed the room Papa Dean provided the refreshments; as usual, he and his staff did an excellent job. All the students looked their absolute best. It was a night to remember. INTELLIGENCE HONORED The best of the best . . . the smartest of the smart ... the luckiest of the lucky ... At Honors Day 1993, all of these people were honored. Student leaders, academic honorees, and scholarship winners were all announced. Dr. Ralph Singer, professor of history and athletic director, was given the 1992-93 Teaching Excellence Award. Above: Psychology award winners. HONORS DAY 1993 INTO THE FUTURE Clockwise from top left: Graduates begin their Faculty marches to the chapel for the ceremony. Nervous graduates await the beginning Graduates enter the chape march. of the graduation ceremony. CLASS OF 1993 Graduation for the class of 1993 was a very emotional time for graduates and their families. The efforts, the laughter, the tears, the endless nights of term papers and final exams all were finished for the graduates. The culimnation of four years of hard work, friendships, and learning the skills needed to make it in the outside world had ended in the graduation ceremony. With the conclusion of the ceremony, the class of 1993 began a new phase in their lives. With them, however, they carry four years of lessons learned at Piedmont. Ki^lu Dacltri I)vii r Irom Fmidcni John F.ljfcr IN RETROSPECT An invasion of insects inspired many nights of insomnia for most campus residents at the beginning of the year The administration ingeniously informed an exterminator of the incredulously innumerable army infiltrating tht college. The introduction of toxins insured that the intense battle would soon be over. In social news, the campus sav the inexplicable return of the fraternity and sorority. The number of inquiries regarding the two indicated infectoui insanity inspired by infinite indecency. Spring brought snow, with a small interlude in classes due to this incident. Industrious individuals became inclinec' to ambush innocent bystanders with intense snowball bombardments. Also, an informative and amusing lecture b] Cajun cook Justin Wilson innovatively kept students entertained. IN THE END Intelligent graduates searching for individuality and a future in which they are indispensable, indulged themselves in the knowledge of their indepen- dence. Everyone else, incapable of serious thought, instinctively followed whatever influence introduced itself. Clayton Woodfin m JkW^ apft-i A, *^/ ;f \~ '/ ^ I T?^ VI >