Dobie has the soul of a poet, but greedy Thalia wants him to become a doctor. That means science classes, and that's where Dobie first meets Zelda Gilroy, the girl that will eventually pursue Dobie harder than he pursues even Thalia.

Everyone thought Bob Denver would have to leave the show, so they produced this grand goodbye of an episode. Maynard feels rejected by all of his friends and family, but when he is drafted, they all come together to give him a tribute. But don't worry! Maynard--and Bob Denver--will be back soon.