The New Student Record of 1981 documents the administrative and social landscape of Illinois State University during that academic year. This publication serves as a historical artifact, detailing the operations and student life within the Arh Watterson South Tower residence hall, including its role in handling student complaints, policies, and programs. As a reproduction of an important historical work, it offers a glimpse into the institutional practices and student concerns of the era.

This reprint, originating from Forgotten Books, aims to preserve historical documents by employing state-of-the-art digital reconstruction. While the process endeavors to repair imperfections, some may remain intentionally to maintain the integrity of the original work. The publication's value lies in its function as a historical record of university student life and administration from 1981.