"Stout Trivia -- POP QUIZ" was posted April 22, 2007.
Here are the answers to that Pop Quiz...
1. What was Stout’s official name during the 1966-70 period?
4. Stout State University
2. Who was the President of Stout during the 1966 to 1970 period?
5. William J. Micheels
3. Stout celebrated it’s 75th Diamond Jubilee year in
3. 1968
4. The sports teams are the…
2. Bluedevils
5. The SSA stands for
3. Stout Student Association
6. The 1967 Winter Carnival Queen was
4. Cindy Olson
7. Which fraternity did the “Big Blast” with their cannon at football games
5. Phi Sigma Epsilon
8. The 1968 student government president was
3. Larry Haisting
9. In 1968, the student government allocated what amount of money?
1. $27,500
2. $1,245,500
3. $756,000
4. $195,000
5. $98,000
10. From 1966 to 1970 the Football Coach was
4. Max Sparger
11. Who was the Soprano soloist for the Symphonic Singers in the late 60’s?
c. Jo Sinkular
12. The Director of the Stout Concert Band was
b. Lynn Pritchard
13. True: The Stoutonia was printed on campus by a student production staff until 1967.
14. University Theater was produced by which dramatics fraternity:
a. Alpha Psi Omega
15. Food science labs required the following dress:
b. White uniform and hair net
16. The Deans of Women included
b. Stella Pederson
c. Freda Wright
17. Popular hobbies among students included
f. All of the above
18. First semester ended in
c. Third week of January
19. A “Gut Bomb” cost
b. 15 cents
20. The “stacks” in the library were for
d. All of the above
21. True: The cheerleaders included both men and women.
22. The Basketball coach was
d. Dwain Mintz
23. In 1967 the following sport was added to the roster:
a. Soccer
24. Stunt Nite featured performances by:
d. Fraternities and sororities and other organizations
25. The Dietetics Club (the only college level dietetics organization in the nation at that time) celebrated which anniversary in 1969:
a. 20 years
26. The Dean of Men/Students was
c. Merle Price
27. The Science and Technology Building opened in:
b. 1969
28. True: Students in the Home management course spent part of the semester in the Michael’s Home Management House.
29. In 1966, Eichelberger Hall was used for:
a. Student Housing
30. The oldest building on campus was:
b. Bowman Hall
31. Winter Carnival Races were held on:
c. Lake Menomin
32. True: In spring of ’65, the Symphonic Singers performed at the New York World’s Fair and the White House.
33. Match the following nick-names to the teams:
Keglers ----------Bowlers
Tankers ---------Swimmersl
Matmen ---------Wrestlers
Cagers -----------Basketball
Harriers ---------Cross country
Cindermen -------Track
Linksmen --------Golf
34. The Freshman class of 1969 was how large:
c. 1200
35. Stout celebrated its Diamond Jubilee in
c. 68
36. What national social sorority was organized on campus in 1966-67?
a. Alpha Omicron Pi
37. Hotel and Restaurant Management, a Packaging program, and Applied Mathematics were inaugurated as majors in which school year:
c. 67-68
38. 1967-68 saw the introduction of many innovations on campus. Which improvement did NOT happen that year?
e. A new course in numerical control of machines through digital tapes was introduced
39. True: Students and faculty members participated in Martin Luther King memorial services on campus.
Thursday, March 29, 2007
Sunday, March 25, 2007
Baseball - Track - Wrestling - Gymnastics - Swimming
Flash from the Past:
Blue Devils Sports Highlights
Compiled by Ron Jacoby '70 from the 1966 - 1970 Towers
Before we begin our review, please stand and sing the Stout Fight Song!
CLICK HERE for Stout Fight Song
BASEBALL
65-66
The baseball team finished with a winning record of 8-7.
66-67
Coach Dwain Mintz and his team finished the 1967 season with a record of 2-8 in conference action and a tally of 4-12 over the spring season. Tom Ott took the individual season honors by being named the most valuable player. Terry Thomas, senior hurler, was the leading pitcher.
67-68
The season was marked by the brilliant pitching of Terry Thomas and Vern Johnson, along with relief pitcher Dennis Reese. Reggie Holmes and Bob Lawrence performed well as hitters. The defense was shaky, ending up with a 4-12 record.
68-69
A young and inexperienced baseball team fought to a seventh place finish under veteran coach , Dwain Mintz. The Bluedevils 5-13 record includes four conference games.
69-70
A 6-8 season was punctuated by rainouts and cancellations. Sophomore pitcher Terry Alexa was voted most valuable player, designated team batting and field champ and named to the All-Conference team. Rookie of the yearear was frosh Ed Sattler.
TRACK
65-66
Under head coach Max Sparger the fast paced track “cindermen” set new school and conference records during the 1966 season. Lee Kornely set the conference 440 yd. dash record. Charles Busateri jumped to first place in the long jump. Dick Dibelka jumped 6’-61/2” in the high jump to break his own record. Milt Lenz set a record in the mile run, while two more Stout records were set by Bryan Humphrey in the triple jump and Tom Strede ran to a new Stout record in the 880.
66-67
The Bluedevil track-thinclads climaxed their most successful season in recent years by placing fifth in the nine team WSUC meet. The Devils set sixteen team records over the ten meets. Seniors Lee Kornely and Bryan Humphrey were leading scorers on the team followed by Richard Dibelka.
67-68
The track team had a favorable season, highlighted by individual performances. Cal Glover broke shot put and discus records. Dave Erickson broke in the 220 dash, and Dave Drexler in the 440.
68-69
The Bluedevil thinclads, coached by first year mentor Robert Kamish, placed fifth in conference indoor competition, and seventh in the WSUC outdoor meet at River Falls.
69-70
This yound team gained experience and placed sixth in the conference. Two freshmen werre recognized - Jules Butcher as most valuable player and Barney Klecker as most improved team member. With significant returning lettermen, next season seem promising.WRESTLING
65-66
New coach Sten Pierce lead a team spotlighted with returning conference champ Bob Olson and veterans Tom Ott and Jerry Robers. The season ended 7-3 in conference and 7-5 overall.
66-67
Stout failed to defend their previous year’s WSU Conference championship. Coach Pierce was disappointed in the loss as there were no individual winners during the season’s conference.
67-68
Coach Sten Pierce was forced to rely heavily on new squad members. Frosh members combined with a small nucleus of letter winners to compile a 5-7 record in duel meet action. There were high hopes for a much improved team for the following year as only seniors Doug Kees and Dick White would be lost.
68-69
Strong opening matches prevented coach Pierce’s matman from taking first place at conference. Representing Stout at the National Championships in Omaha were Scott Mitchell along with John Peterson and Hector Cruz. Cruz placed sixth in the NAIA tourney.
69-70
Stout’s fiery wrestlers stunned the league favorites and ripped River Falls State for the conference title in the league’s tournament finals. Hector Cruz paced the squad with 21 straight pins and the 118 pound title. John Peterson and Dale Evans were consistent Stout winners.
GYMNASTICS
65-66
The gymnasts were plagued with injuries but finished 3-4. Dan Smith, clyde Noyce and John Lorenz, along with coach Zuerlien traveled to Macomb, IL for the NAUA meet in March.
66-67
The gymnastics team, coached by John Zuerlien, had their most successful year and went on to an undefeated conference meet record of 12-0. Leading the Devils on to victory during the season was Sophomore Ron Day. Other successful season contributors were co-captains John Lorenz and John Diana.
67-68
This was another year of hard fought victories and a near conference championship. It was the second year in a row that Stout was edged out by LaCrosse for the loop crown.
68-69
The gymnastics team placed second in the conference. Ron Day, and Bill Liebich received top honors for all around performance. Four men qualified for finals
69-70
The top small college gymnasts competed in the NAIA tournament sponsored by the Stout gymnasts. Stout qualified their entire team and earned a place finish among nearly 200 top national athletes. Co-captain Bill Liebich repeated as all-around champion at the conference meet in LaCrosse.
SWIMMING
66-67
This was the second year that the Bluedevils competed in swimming. First year head coach John Molitor was faced with rebuilding last year’s young team.
67-68
Stout’s swim team again had a disappointing season as they remained celler-dwellers of the conference. Molitor was left with a small roster of returning prospects. Stout was the host of the WSUC championships.
68-69
The Bluedevil swim team improved records during the season. Mark Moore finished fifth in conference championships collecting Stout’s only points.
69-70
Breaking records virtually every time they swam in a meet, the Stout swimming team finished their finest season ever with a sixth place ranking in the conference meet.
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Wednesday, March 14, 2007
LODGING
Menomonie Area
Motels
A block of rooms has been set aside at each of four Menomonie motels.
When calling to make reservations be sure to ask for the
Stout Alumni Block.
Motel 6
715 235-6901
Country Inn & Suites
715 235-5664
320 Oak Ave.
CLICK HERE for Country Inn & Suites-- Menomonie
Ask for Stout Alumni Block at least 30 days prior
Ask for Stout Alumni Block at least 30 days prior
AmericInn
715 235-4800
1915 N. Broadway
CLICK HERE for AmericInn -- Menomonie
Ask for Stout Alumni Block at least 30 days prior
CLICK HERE for AmericInn -- Menomonie
Ask for Stout Alumni Block at least 30 days prior
Comfort Inn at Exit 45
715 233-1500
1721 Plaza Drive
CLICK HERE for Comfort Inn -- Menomonie
The following Motels do NOT have a block or rooms set aside
for the reunion but are in or near Menomonie.
Holiday Manor Inn
1815 North Broadway
715 235-9651
CLICK HERE for Holiday Manor Inn
Parkside Motel
932 North Broadway
715 235-6124
Super 8 Motel
1622 North Broadway
715 235-8889
Creamery Restaurant/Inn
In Cownsville, WI
715 664-8354
CLICK HERE for Creamery Restaurant/Inn
The following are Bed and Breakfasts
Hansen Heritage House
919 13th Street
715 235-0119
CLICK HERE for Hansen Heritage House
Oaklawn Bed & Breakfast
423 Technology Park Drive
715 235-6155
Sunday, March 11, 2007
Hoops Anyone?
Blue Devils Sports Highlights
(Compiled by
Before reviewing the stats below, “please stand for the singing of the Stout Fight Song,” a tradition at every game.
CLICK HERE for Stout Fight Song
BASKETBALL
65-66
Stout was ranked in the top five rebounding teams in the NAIA. With an impressive 14-1 conference record, the team “seemed headed for the first WSUC basketball championship since 1948.” Contributors included rebounders Kissman and Conley, shooters Ozga and Thompson, defender Humphrey and speedy White. Other notables included Teuteberg, Lawrence and Fortney as well as freshmen Coleman and Bainbridge.
66-67
The Blue Devils failed to repeat as the Wisconsin State University Conference champions, but won second place, with an 11-5 conference record and 13-8 overall. Playing with the team for the last year were three seniors, Terry Kissman, Mike Thompson, and Brian Humphrey.
67-68
Only one member of the starting team returned form the previous season. Regardless, coach Mintz fielded an impressive 12-4. For the first time in Stout’s history, the team was undefeated on its home court. Bill Heideman was the leading scorer and runner up to Ron Hayek of
68-69
The Blue Devil gagers won the WSUC title. A win over the Pointers in the final game sent the players to
69-70
A young and talented Blue Devil team set out in defense of the conference and district crowns. Paced by all-conference performers Cal Glover and Greg Ebsen, they rolled to five straight victories before being upset by Platteville. The squad ended up with a 13-3 loop standing but two games behind titlist
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Sunday, March 4, 2007
HOMECOMING – Participation, Performance and Partying!
"Homecoming is more than the pride of the alumni –it is the spirit of enthusiasm for all.” (‘ 70 Tower).
The crisp days of autumn signaled the biggest fall semester event on campus: Homecoming. For alumni, it was a chance to renew old friendships and return to past glories. For current students, it was a time to rally together and have FUN. The week was packed with opportunities to participate in activities and events crowned by the game and dance.
“Some of us planned for months to achieve a well-organized week of various activities – contests, raffles, pep rallies, semi-formal dance with three bands, parade, selection of a queen”, (’69 Tower) convocations, teas, scholarships presented, homecoming breakfasts, alumni reunions, delightful songs, eye catching costumes, pie eating contest, letter burning, and, of course, FOOTBALL. Rain for several homecomings didn’t dampen student’s spirits, participation and enthusiasm. Soggy turf still saw a packed Nelson Field! These were great times.Fall 1965
Theme: “Yesterday’s Weekend”
Dancing to the music of Jules Herman and the Landsmen
Queen: Bev Lee
Football Princess: Leslie Moberg
Football: Stout 26, LaCrosse 19
Two dorms renamed: Hanson-Keith-Milness and the Tainter wings – Jeter and Callahan to honor five faculty members.
Fall 1966
Theme: “Rustic Reflections”Dancing to the music of Jack Gillespie and his Orchestra, New Providence Crowd folk singers, jazz with the Nobels, followed by Willie White’s quartet leading a Hootenany.
Queen: Donna Rice
Football Princess: Jan Kriewaldt
Football: Stout 20, Stevens Point 21
Entertainment: The Brandeywine Singers
Fall 1967
Theme: “Highlights in Heritage”
Dancing to the music of Stoop Chamberlain Orchestra
Queen: Ellie Grenzow
Football: Stout 3, LaCrosse 24
Entertainment: Glenn Yarborough
Fall 1968
Theme: “Yesterday’s Heritage, Tomorrow’s Future”
Dancing to the music of three bands
Queen: Jo Sinkular
Football: Stout 14, Steven’s Point 20
Entertainment: The Kids Next Door
Fall 1969
Queen: Kay Sonntag
Football: Stout 7, Eau Claire13
Entertainment: B. J. Thomas of “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head” fame
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