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The Columns, 1973 March

The Columns

Cover story, "Professor collects memoirs of TVA pioneers"

The growth and development of the Tennessee Valley Authority, labeled by some historians as one of the most important economic events affecting the South since the Civil War, has been the subject of a massive five-year study of the Memphis State Oral History Research Office. This issue features an in-depth interview with the project director, Dr. Charles W. Crawford, associate professor of history. Pictured here is the first dam built by TVA, Norris Dam, located on the Clinch River in East Tennessee.

Also featured, "Lending a helping hand"

Editor's Note: This is …

The Columns, 1973 May

The Columns

On the cover: Coach Gene Bartow (top) discusses Tiger strategy on a nationwide television interview at the NCAA Midwest Regional Tournament in Houston on March 17, while Billy Buford, Larry Kenon (left), Ronnie Robinson and Larry Finch (right) celebrate the mighty Tigers' 92-72 victory over Kansas State. This issue features the NCAA tournament play of Clean Gene and his Tiger machine.

Also featured, "What can you do with a degree in...?" by Henry Bailey

MSU professors discuss the job market and its opportunities for liberal arts graduates.

The Columns, 1960 May

The Columns

Cover Story, "The Memphis 'Dude'"

Mitch Green as "Dude" and the "Theatre Wings" celebrate their victory over the devil in the MSU production that ran July 27-Aug. 11 in the main theatre on campus. The play, that proved to be a million-dollar flop on Broadway, was produced in Memphis by MSU professor of speech and drama Keith Kennedy.

Also featured, "A Craftsman with a Scientific Art" by Gary Coughlan

Van Gillum practices the ancient art of glass blowing in the modern, air-conditioned laboratory of the MSU Chemistry Department. He's one of only 500 glass blowers in the United States.

The Columns, 1976 March-April

The Columns

Cover Story, "The Drive Of A Pro" by Susan Crawford

Golf watchers say winning the U.S. Open means an automatic million dollars in the pro's pocket. However, U.S. Open champion Lou Graham, who played golf at Memphis State in the late fifties, says he's still looking for that million, " . .. nobody makes a million in the first year, not by just winning the U.S. Open."

Also featured, "Evoked Potential" by Karyn Hollis

MSU and UT are jointly researching a testing process called evoked potential which detects malfunctions in the human nervous system. Under the direction of MSU Professor …

The Columns, 1976 January-February

The Columns

Cover Story, "Star Comes Home For Best Performance" by Susan Crawford

Gail Robinson, Metropolitan Opera star and former Memphis State student, has a habit of returning to Memphis for important events in her life. True to form, she arrived in Memphis in the fall for what she calls " ... my biggest and most rewarding performance."

Also featured, "Over Cornbread And Black-eyed Peas..." by Karyn Hollis

Over such traditional Southern fare as black-eyed peas and cornbread, dreams of many world diplomats come true as international students form friendships that unite people from Cairo, Jerusalem, Memphis, Teheran, Chicago, and/or Buenos Aires. …

The Columns, 1976 July-August

The Columns

Cover Story, "Chucalissa Indian Village" by Sandra Umfress

Want to get away from crowded, noisy Bicentennial celebrations but at the same time "get close" to the nation's history? An abandoned town on a Memphis river bluff, Memphis State's Chucalissa Indian Village, offers the chance for a day-long outing to a civilization long dead before the birth of our nation.

Also featured, "She Kept Us Out Of Libel And Made Us Cookies" by Terri Mayo

A career that had its beginnings in the sound of linotype machines has finally brought Mrs. Elizabeth Spencer to retirement after 20 years of service in …

The Columns, 1976 May-June

The Columns

Cover Story, "Senior Citizens: When I'm 64" by Karyn Hollis

Ever caught yourself worrying about "when I'm 64 .. . "? Senior citizens enrolled in classes at Memphis State, like Henry Brown (left), have come up with many ways to have a good time after 60. They say one of the best ways to stay young and - alert is to go back to school.

Also featured, "Students Survive Guatemalan Earthquake" by Susan Crawford

Awakened at 3:03 a.m. by jerking floors and walls, four Memphis State student teachers were almost thrown out of their beds by the Guatemalan earthquake in …

The Columns, 1983 September

The Columns

Cover photo: MSU President Dr. Thomas G. Carpenter surveys a model of the central campus of Memphis State, "The University of the 80's". The model is housed in the second-floor foyers of the Administration Building. (Photo by Art Grinder).

Also featured, "Tigers' Rebuilding on Track"

Sports Illustrated writer Norman McCoy previews the football season.

The Columns, 1991 Winter

The Columns

Cover Story, "A Decade of Change - Carpenter Style"

When Dr. Thomas G. Carpenter was appointed MSU president in 1980, he stressed the fact that Memphis State hadn't even gotten close to reaching its potential. In the last 10 years, the University's endowment fund has grown from $ 10 million to more than $50 million; sponsored research revenues have increased by almost 40 percent; and MSU now has five Chairs and 18 Centers of Excellence. That's something for any university administration to be proud of.

Also featured, "Housing Complex Complete"

The new $7.5 million single-student housing complex at Memphis State …

The Columns, 1990 Spring

The Columns

On the Cover: "Follies Fun"

Members of Alpha Gamma Delta sorority perform in Delta Zeta Follies to raise money for the Greek scholarship fund. Greek members often raise money and volunteer their time for philanthropic endeavors. (Photo by Gary Shelly).

Also featured, "Three Women Make Their Marks on MSU"

On Friday, March 2, 1990, Memphis State University and the National Alumni Association presented the 1990 Distinguished Alumni Awards just as they had done for the last 13 years. On this night two of the women, Dixie Carter and Judge Bernice Donald, were honored as Distinguished Alumni of MSU and the …

The Columns, 1991 Summer

The Columns

Cover Story, "New President has Great Expectations"

As the rest of the world enters a new decade, Memphis State University is also entering a new phase under the leadership of Dr. V. Lane Rawlins and his wife, Mary Jo. Rawlins is MSU's tenth president.

Also featured, "New Coach Takes Over the Lady Tiger Helm"

It was at once an ending and a beginning for the Lady Tigers as head coach Mary Lou Johns stepped down from her 20-year post and Joye Lee-McNelis took the reins.

The Columns, 1989 Winter

The Columns

Cover Story, "MSU's Pouncer"

MSU's Pouncer, assisted by Kristen Murdock, 4, La Petite Miss America for 1988-89, entertained the crowd during the Homecoming football game against Mississippi State. The daughter of Michael Murdock '74 (MSU golf team member and Tennessee State Open Golf Champion '72) and Nancy Murdock (MSU Golden Girl '71-'74), Kristen captured six national contest crowns during the summer of 1988.

Also featured, "'Glasnost' Opens Doors Between MSU, Russian People"

For Jennie Springer '59 BA/'60 MA, "glasnost" is not just a word on TV or in a newspaper about Russia's new policy of openness with other countries. She …

The Columns, 1992 Summer

The Columns

On the Cover:

Dr. V. Lane Rawlins was officially inaugurated as the 10th MSU president at a ceremony on May 8, 1992. In his inaugural speech, Rawlins pledged that MSU "will seek excellence in all of its programs and apply the highest feasible standards to our endeavors." The pursuit of excellence continues.

Also featured, "Comments, Kudos and Constructive Criticism"

In most businesses, satisfied customers are the best PR money can't buy; this holds true for MSU's continuing effort to raise its image in the eyes of its constituents— students, alumni and the community. MSU's "customers" have a lot to say …

The Columns, 1988 Winter

The Columns

In this issue:

"Women and the Law Highlighted at Form"

Issues like pay equity for women, pensions and child care took center stage on the Memphis State campus in October, at a forum on "Women and the Law: Liberty and Justice for All?" Rep. Mary Rose Oakar (D-Ohio) was the forum's keynote speaker, discussing "The Federal Case—Women's Issues in the U.S. Congress." The forum was sponsored by MSU's National Alumni Association and the Economic Justice for Women Coalition, an organization of 26 Memphis women's political, religious, professional and civic groups.

"Room Service" Due On MSU Stage"

"Room Service," the classic …

The Columns, 1988 Summer

The Columns

Cover Story, "The Mighty Sound of Fall '88"

Showing off their new uniforms, members of MSU's band grace this issue of The Columns, heralding the onset of fall and an exciting Homecoming '88. The band received an Outstanding Achievement Award in the 1988 Best Dressed Band Awards Program of the National Association of Uniform Manufacturers & Distributors.

Also featured, "Alumnus Has Major Role With Former President Carter"

In his position as special assistant to former President Jimmy Carter, Jim Brasher '65 BBA may find himself having dinner with the head of a huge multi-national corporation, or jogging the 3.6-mile distance …

The Columns, 1988 Spring

The Columns

Cover Story, "Proposed Pyramid Arena New Home for Tiger Basketball?"

On the cover is an exterior view of the proposed Pyramid arena which could be the future home court for MSU Tiger basketball. Shown here is an interior view of the arena with its planned 20,000 seats for basketball fans. Pyramid photos by Mike McElya '88.

Also featured, "MSU Pom-Pom Squad Three Time Champs"

MSU's Pom-Pom Squad took top honors in the National Dance Competition in San Diego, CA in January, winning the event for the third consecutive year—that's every time the competition has been held.

The Columns, 1977 March-April

The Columns

Cover Story, "Job Satisfaction: The Impossible Dream?" by Dr. J. Rex Enoch

The occupation of an individual is probably our best means of social identification. Everett Hughes, one of our most noted sociologists, has referred to a man's occupation as his "calling card and price tag." Some plans of action must be explored if we are going to make it possible for individuals to know the personal satisfaction of a meaningful existence achieved through work experiences. These, hopefully, carryover into other aspects of the workers' lives — their leisure, their family and other personal relationships, and even the spiritual dimensions …

The Columns, 1978 July-August

The Columns

Cover Story, "Communication and Fine Arts" by Sandra Umfress

It has been a year since the College of Communication and Fine Arts was established at Memphis State University. The offspring of the College of Arts and Sciences, it has been busy taking root among the older and more recognized colleges of the University. Originated when the College of Arts and Sciences became too large with 18 departments encompassing a vast number of majors and over half the faculty, the young College is unique in its configuration of the journalism, theatre and communication arts, music and art departments, according to the …

The Columns, 1978 October-November

The Columns

Cover Story, "Tiger Fever! MSU vs. Vandy at Homecoming"

When the Memphis State Tigers and the Vanderbilt Commodores meet Nov. 4 at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium, the Homecoming football game offers much more than just football. The game itself should be exciting as it marks the first time the two universities have met in 27 years. But in addition to the game, dozens of other activities are planned as part of Homecoming 1978.

Also featured, "Sherry Mathis: Soap Opera Opens Doors" by Randal Mashburn

Sherry, a former Memphian and Memphis State University student, acted in several Broadway plays and was …

The Columns, 1977 May-June

The Columns

Cover Story, "Sex Role Inquiry: An Intriguing Growth Industry" by Shirley L. Lupfer

One very positive outgrowth of the women's liberation movement has been the fact that investigations comparing male and female behavior have become a serious and systematic undertaking.

Also featured, "Anthropologists Dig Prior To Construction" by Ann Meffert

A research team under the direction of Dr. Drexel A. Peterson, associate professor of anthropology, has discovered that the first permanent settlers in the Savannah, Tenn., area date back to 2,000 B.C. and possibly beyond.

The Columns, 1980 Fall

The Columns

Cover Story, "Homecoming 1980: Roaring on the River"

Mighty Mississippi is among the many activities scheduled for this year's Memphis State University Homecoming Week, Oct. 26-Nov. 1. The river cruise, a major concert, the wit and wisdom of Mark Twain, and the MSUVanderbilt football game will highlight a week's worth of fun for Memphis State students, faculty, staff, alumni and the Memphis community. With the theme "Roarin' on the River," the 1980 Homecoming Week should be an exciting one.

Also featured, "New Horizons"

Gilbert Escobar is one of several farmworkers who are now graduates of the six-month Nuclear Skills Related …

The Columns, 1977 November-December

The Columns

Cover Story, "Death Isn't A Four-Letter Word" by Dr. Ronald H. Epp

A series of recent discoveries and new medical techniques have brought additional challenges to medicine, law and society. These include resuscitation, organ transplants, extracorporeal blood circulation and hypothermia, a procedure which involves the lowering of body temperature. My basic question is not when does death occur, but rather whether life ought to be salvaged if there are serious concerns about its quality.

Also featured, "Center Established on Campus"

Memphis, and its surrounding area, have experienced slight tremors every few years, and because of these small quakes and the …

The Columns, 1980 April

The Columns

Cover Story, "Opportunity: In search of a president"

Memphis State is in the midst of a search for a new president to lead the University in the 1980s following the departure earlier this year of former President Billy M. Jones. The announcement of Jones' resignation came Jan. 14 when he reported his plans to step down from his post, effective March 1, to accept an endowed teaching and research position at Wichita State University in Kansas.

Also featured, "Going beyond the classroom" by Gaby Mecklenborg

Some students at Memphis State are working hard at staying out of class. They're doing …

The Columns, 1969 May-June

The Columns

In this issue:

"Student Protests Bring Suspensions, 'New Dialogue'"

One hundred and five Memphis State University students have been given deferred suspensions and currently face state charges of trespassing as a result of a sit-in staged in the office of Dr. C.C. Humphreys April 28. It was the second such sit-in within a week, and—as was the case with the first sit-in the previous Wednesday-most of the students involved were members of the Black Student Association. The students arrested were protesting the presence of city police on campus.

"Project Will 'Record' TVA Story"

Memphis State University will soon begin the …

The Columns, 1968 March-April

The Columns

In this issue:

"Town Hall Lectures"

The M. L. Seidman Memorial Town Hall Lectures, established by MSU alumnus P. K. Seidman in memory of his brother, will bring to the University three outstanding men who will discuss "The World Today and the USSR." Harrison Salisbury, Pulitzer Prize winning reporter for the New York Times and specialist on the Soviet Union; former Hungarian Premier Ferenc Nagy, and Dr. G. Warren Nutter, a renowned economist, will be the guest speakers.

"Cast Set for Greek Classic"

An ancient Greek classic and an original study in the movement are the two remaining plays to …

The Columns, 1968 November-December

The Columns

In this issue:

"Future Status of Memphis State Is Uncertain"

The Tennessee Higher Education Commission will vote on Feb. 14, on proposals they will recommend to the Tennessee General Assembly on the future operations of the state colleges and universities, according to Walter P. Armstrong, Jr., vice chairman of the commission.

"Spring 'Feast' Is Offered"

"Regardless of the area of interest, the spring 'Feast of Learning' should offer something for everyone," said Dr. William Brotherton, director of MSU's division of continuing studies. The series of non-credit courses, which begins in February, offers a variety of subjects ranging from how to …

The Columns, 1969 July-August

The Columns

In this issue:

"'Night Riders' Is First Major Work Published By Memphis State Press"

Night Riders of Reelfoot Lake, by Paul J. Vanderwood, is the first major work to be published by the Memphis State Press since its renovation in 1968. Released Oct. 15, the book reconstructs a historical account of West Tennessee's Night Riders, a band of rugged Lake settlers who forcefully resisted a profit-motivated land company from intruding into their idyllic life of hunting and fishing at the lake.

"Richard Tucker Headlines MSU Opera Season"

The Memphis State University Opera Theatre opens its 21st season on October 21 …

The Columns, 1968 September-October

The Columns

In this issue:

"Welcome Mat Is Out For Game, Dance"

A full day of activities awaits MSU alumni who return to the campus Saturday, Oct. 26, for what should be the biggest Homecoming in Memphis State history. The Homecoming events include a student parade at 10 a.m., a Dedication Luncheon at 12 noon, the Homecoming football game against Southern Mississippi at 7:30 p.m. and an Alumni Homecoming Dance from 10:30 p.m.- 1:30 a.m.

"Theater Season Includes Comedy, Modern Classics, One-Acts"

An 18th-century comedy, two modern-day classics and a series of original one-act plays will be presented in the MSU Studio …

The Columns, 1969 January-February

The Columns

In this issue:

"Third Annual Fund to Open In March"

With the help of a system of volunteer class chairmen and class agents the Memphis State University Third Annual Fund begins its general campaign in mid-March. When the recommitment of the class agents organization is completed, it is expected that more than 1,000 volunteers will be working on the fund, which will close in June.

"Morris Carnovsky, who is regarded by many as being the greatest living actor in America today, will play the part of Galileo in "Lamp at Midnight," a Barrie Stavisdrama which comes to MSU under the …

The Columns, 1982 Summer

The Columns

Cover Story, "25 years a University"

The beginning of Memphis State University's first 25 years as a university was marked on July 1, 1957, when the Tennessee Legislature's university status-granting resolution went into effect. The story of how Memphis State College became Memphis State University is worth telling this summer as we celebrate our silver anniversary as a university. Alumni who were students at the time may well remember the campaign but not know of some of the 'back room' politicking that went on. Others may learn a little more about the history behind this school.

Also featured, "'The Associates' …