In the first issue of 1972, the front page reflects on 1971. An opinion column criticizes the attendance "game" played by professors. Deja Vu, the campus' first literary magazine, seeks contributors.

The relevance of experimental courses, such as "Individualism, Dissent, and Communication" and "War and Peace," is questioned. The student president reaches out to KSU President Olds, who plans a visit to the Stark Campus. The Student Activities Council plans a series of movies to be shown on campus.

Despite student complaints, reporter Dennis Alexander finds that bookstore prices are not inflated. An opinion column calls out inconsiderate motorists, calling them "sick." The basketball team prepares to defeat fellow KSU regional campus, East Liverpool.

The Stark campus "Master Plan" for expansion is reviewed by Montage's editors. A second editorial concerning the abandonment of the campus switchboard at lunch hour calls for change. Karate classes start at the HPE building.

A letter to the editor challenges Montage's article on bookstore prices. The student lounge is closed due to misuse and general filth. A sailing club is formed, even though the winter weather keeps them on land.

The Black Student Union hosts events in honor of Black History Month. Two Stark students are accepted to OSU's College of Dentistry. The Stark choir groups plan to put on a musical in April.

Vacant student senator positions are filled. The opinion column talks love and friendship. The women Cobras basketball team hangs on to a 4-3 record for the season.

The student president closes the student government office due to misuse by students. The "Roots of the Branch" article series debuts, recounting the history of the Stark Campus. The Bullbutter column reflects on the high school experience.

The aviation club plans to compete in a meet at Purdue University. The campus' newest club, the All-Americans, aim to promote the principles of the American way. A student government-sponsored Women's Liberation forum is the first of its kind.

16th Congressional District candidates are invited to speak on campus. A Montage reporter explains the "complex" presidential primary voting ballot. Tuition fees increase a second time in five months.