!^' ^# ':'<( i^,-, y ^\ ';if<.- :;';;>; •>ii:^: ^3^^?:,^ ;«' ,. -j-'^'" Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2010 with funding from Lyrasis Members and Sloan Foundation http://www.archive.org/details/silhouette199894agne Agnes Scott College 141 East College Avenue Decatur, Georgia 30030 404-638-6000 Vol. 94 The statements and views expressed in the Silhou- ette are those of the students involved with its publication and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or policies of Agnes Scott College or its official representatives. Even the President takes time to interact with Where Minds students. Here, President Bullock stands with Heather-Leigh Owens. Heather keeps with tradition by dressing up as a silent Black Kitty nnnnnnnnnnnn during Black Cat week. Spark Minds Okay, we know you're tired of hearing it. "Wiiere Minds Spark IVIinds" Inas been over- used, but its truth and relevance to our lives cannot go unrecognized. Interactions be- tween all members of our community are an integral part of the intricate workings of Agnes Scott. These interactions produce a dy- namic environment that allow us to grow and learn in the most personalized, comfortable setting available. Faculty-Student Interaction: Associate Professor Leon Venable Assistant Professor Karen Thomp- Teaching does not end when knows what it takes to help his son even does the dirty work for students and professors walk out of students. Like other professors at her students. Fully inspecting the the classroom. Here, Dr. Harry ASC, he goes the extra mile to fetal pig before turning it over to her Wistrand takes the extra time and make sure each student fully student, Dr. Thompson shows her effort to speak with one of his understands the lectures he gives. ability to master the art of dissec- students outside of "office hours." tion. __3y^0pening Kristin Carison. Quail Duryea, Julie Duvall, and Betsy Morley enjoy a night of intellectual intercourse at tlie Pi Delta PhlBanquet. These ladies spent a night of interacting with each other as well as the French Department fac- ulty to celebrate their membership In this es- teemed organization. Kelley, Kristi Ging. and Clyia Thomas enjoy their time in Hopkins with one another. These are the people you have to live withll BIGGERThan EVER With the addition of the Class of 2001 to our campus, enrollment shot up to 733 students. Never before have we seen so many students milting around on the quad and packing the dining hail at lunch and dinner. This year's Black Cat Festivities were made even better by the added numbers and enthusiasm brought to the week. iVlaybe one day we won't even be able to fit in the amphitheatre for the traditional Bonfire night of Black Cat Week. Plans for the upcoming years include an astonish- ing 1 ,000 student enrollment by the year 2001 . Some think it will be a miracle to fit all those students, not to mention all the extra Faculty, Staff, and Administration it will require, onto this seemingly tiny campus. Let's ail hope that the Master Plans everyone has been talking about are truly "all that." These three Blues Brothers are dressed up and ready to kicl( some upperclassmen butt on the night of the Bonfire. Don't they look smooth! Opening7^^hf . If you think you have problems parking in Rebekah now. just wait until the new confer- ence center materializes. The west campus parking lot will be eliminated to make way for a new building with conference and meeting rooms, dance and theater facilities, and ad- ministrative offices. In an effort to help students translate from college living to the "real world. " the College offered off-campus housing in the newly- acquired Avery Glen apartment complex on East College Avenue. The spacious, modern apartments seriously eased the burden on Associate Dean l^ollie l^errick of finding homes for all the new students. Are you a player? Do you remember MadLibs? Many of us spent hours filling out the word lists and reading aloud the wacky stories we had created. If you're feeling nostalgic, spark your mind to produce the following list and then check out page 208. 1. adjective 15. adjective. 2. adjective 16. verb 3. friend's name 17. adjective. 4. mode of transportation 18. occupation 5. U.S.tourist destination 19. gerund (ing verb) . 6. number 20. plural noun 7. plural noun 21. same friend's name 8. liquid 22. adverb The Gothic Arches made their debut at the President's Gala in April as the new emblem animal 23. past tense verb. of the College. They replaced the well-known 10. adjective 24. adjective and well-loved Tower emblem to further dem- _ onstrate the change in attitude and vision of 11. adjective 25. activity _ an Agnes Scott College. 12. plural food 26. place 13. noun 27. verb 14. adjective _ ^j|.;>: Opening MASTER n D n D THESE n n n n PLANS We've seen the flyers everywhere, wel- comed architects on campus, heard dozens of voice mails, and even watched as they were repeatedly stolen during Junior Production. However, few students really know the Agnes Scott Master Plans. Contrary to popular belief, the Master Plans are not the geographical layout for a new and improved campus but a concise expression of the ideal Agnes Scott Col- lege and the concrete steps necessary to bring those goals of excellence to full realization. About a dozen architectural projects are now underway to ensure that campus structures reflect the six compre- hensive derivatives approved by the Board of Trustees last May Changes include renovation of McCain Library a new campus center, a new physical plant, new theater and conference facilities near Rebekah, a new dorm, and the now infa- mous parking garage. Yes, heavy con- struction may burden the coming years, but remember that, without all the fuss, Agnes Scott College would never survive as a distinguished, dynamic academic Letilia Pate Evans Dining Haii (top) will sacrilice part of its spacially inefficient vaulted ceiling. Plans lor a split level dining area (bottom) are underworks, complete with renovated sen/ing institution. facilities and big screen televisions. As with other layouts, architects consulted students and staff to produce a holistic yet efficient cafeteria design. Opening\u,''>rfr^^:^ student life Agnes Scott is experiencing its largest numbers ever, with an enrollment of 733 students for the ASC students are 1 997-98 school year. Despite the growth of the student body and the new reconstruction plans, old an eclectic group. traditions are still very much revered. Black Cat, Sophomore Family Weekend, the Alumnae Pond, and Spring Fling are just a few of the customs that keep the minds and the memories of the students From traveling alive. abroad in other Outside of official events and classes, how exactly do the students of Agnes Scott College spend their time? Some students spend their lives studying, using every waking hour to crack the books. countries to hang- Others spend their time partying until dawn and beyond. Most students, however, eventually find ing out in Decatur a happy medium between studying and having fun. Scotties can be found at the mall, the movies, Oz Pizza, and Trackside Tavern on their down time, to name just a few of the students' favorite spots. or Atlanta, they The majority of students at Agnes Scott are serious about their studies, but they also find time to have always manage to a life outside of academia. As the numbers of students continue to rise, original ideas intertwine with the familiar traditions, bringing new meaning and energy to every aspect of life at Agnes Scott. have a good time. Agnes Scott life certainly includes the dances lieid eacti year. Leah Thompson. Ashleigh Matthews, Becl<y Smith. Betsy Morley, Hilary Wright, and Amber Pipa enjoy Spring Fling even more this year because it is mixed with Hilary's birthday luau. \;l^ Student Life Laura Brandon slops to feed the birds while looiiing around in Venice, Italy. Traveling is just one ol the fringe benefits of participating in the Study Abroad program. Student life involves joining in area festivals and activites as well as attending those of Agnes Scott. Aliika Ogawa (a Japanese ex- change student), l\Mnh Pham, and Nooshin Farhidvash enjoy taking part in the Fall Re- naissance Festival. 3n tkt^ee \\>oi^aS/ ZJ c.c\v\ sum up e.ve.^Y\\\\v\Q ZJ've. \e-cx\^v\e.Q abouf liye. <J\ goes Ola, These students join hands in a circle to give a silent moment to an Agnes Scott "sister" who was assaulted. Thanks to the Decatur police and Agnes Scott's public safety, the perpetra- tor was apprehended. The consideration we have for each other overflows for all to see. Blacl^aliiveek Sparking up the quad AND the stage!!! Dan Ackroyd and John Goodman better watch out. 'cuz these Blues "Brothers" are tough competition. The sophomores proved their individuality by choosing anew mascot for the 1998 school year. Let's hope they keep the Blues Brothers for next year. It "suits" them well. We are women, we are great we're the class of '981 Hillary Ferris and Brook Partner are truly women of wonder' Let me cover you with mud. Micliele Goss puslies Casey Parsons into Itie mud during The Sun Goddesses shine some light through ever-popular mud-wrestling at Black Cat Field the darkness as they make their entrance at Day. the bonfire festivities. WB^S^ 1 1^^H^ii p¥^^' hi ^€.-.^^- r' It "I^^^^M h \ ] 1 w^^^sL I^^^E fl Bm^ ^HhL_ i- Km I^^^H m Scottie Pride Runs High "Jump, shake your booty...." Cheers and chants were heard throughout the week of Black Cat as each class showed their participa- tion in order to gain points.