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Show Not far from the tedious academic life on campus is a haven for activity lovers. It lies in the busy calm of the organizations, where Utes can decide what they want to do; then do it. There is an organization for nearly every activity and members for each organization. Some are large, others small, but they all purport to the same purpose: rounding out the individual.Each participant has a different reason for his becoming organization mad. He may desire something to take his mind away from the grind of the classroom. He may feel that he benefits through mixing with a variety of people. An urge to make the "U" a better place through service may call a collegi-ate to activity. A search for knowledge that cannot be gained from a textbook often takes a student into the organizational ranks. Reasons for activity may be varied, but active Utes proved the value of the organizations.For some, organizations mean the achievement and honor found in the honoraries, such as Beehive for graduating seniors, Owl and Key and Skull and Bones for men, and Mortar Board, Cwean, and Spurs for women. These organizations along with the IK's, also symbolize service to the campus community.A unity in interests is symbolized by the professional fraternities and professional honoraries. Membership insures a blend between professional knowledge and personal association. The unity in a way of life is found in the religious organizations. These groups aim at giving the individual a better understanding of his faith while also providing him with social contacts and experiences.Social activities can be found by affiliation with one of the Greek organizations on the campus. For the out-of-towners the Residence Halls Association coordinated activities for both the men's and women's dorms.The roster of organizations includes a page for special interests. The Debate Club offers an opportunity to improve proficiency in public speaking. The WRA, Women's Recreational Association, schedules sport and recreational activities for "out-of-door" girls. The University publications, the Chronicle, Pen, and Utonian, cover any phase of writing that appeals to Utes.ORGANIZATIONS |
