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1980
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1981
  • BGSU graduate Steven Lauterbauch returned after being a hostage in Iran.

  • Enrollment topped 20,000 (20,027) for the 1980-81 academic year.

  • The women's cross-country team won the MAC Championship, with Betsy Ryan winning an individual title.

  • President Hollis Moore passed away.

  • The trustees approved a change to the semester system.

  • The Inter-Fraternity Council started an escort service; 75 women utilized the service in the first week of operation.

Freshman uses his bicycle and a sign to find a ride to Cleveland

Freshman uses his bicycle and a sign to find a ride to Cleveland

Frieda Falcon clowns with the crowd inside Doyt L. Perry Stadium

Frieda Falcon clowns with the crowd inside Doyt L. Perry Stadium

Bowling Green club rugby players versus Miami University

Bowling Green club rugby players versus Miami University

Prior to his death in April, Hollis A. Moore took time to chat with BG News staff

Prior to his death in April, Hollis A. Moore took time to chat with BG News staff

Diane Robinson drives the baseline against Eastern Michigan

Diane Robinson drives the baseline against Eastern Michigan

The Alpha Angels are dedicated to service for the campus and community

The Alpha Angels are dedicated to service for the campus and community

Rodgers Quadrangle residents save some nickels and take advantage of the nice weather

Rodgers Quadrangle residents save some nickels and take advantage of the nice weather