Agnes Scott College - Silhouette Yearbook (Decatur, GA)

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Probably the most exciting adventure of preparation for all coming to Agnes Scott was the meeting with Miss Scandrett. So full of enthusiasm herself, she could not help but be pleased with the optimism and impatience of the new students. The freshman was amazed to find that Miss Scandrett knew so much about her, an amazement that increased, when she discovered that Miss Scandrett knew about every- body. She memorized the names and history of every new girl, Besides working hand-in-hand with Student Govern- ment, she was in charge of all social activities, was re- sponsible for the college calendar, previewed all skits and planned programs, and above all, was counselor, leader and friend to every student. Her keen perception of character and her many abilities made her place in the heart of each Scott girl eternal. The last minutes of this before-classes- begin preparation period found the entire student body lined up for registration. Checks were lost, checks were found, and finally our bothered freshman made her way slowly into Mr. Tart ' s office. She soon found she had nothing to fear in her financial problem, for Mr. Tart, the treasurer, had her already fixed up, her name checked off. and she was soon thanking him and Miss Cook, his secretary, and peacefully joining another line, that of the registrar. Barbar a Duvall helps Miss Lai prcpart for mailing some of the busy a work is Miss Evelyn G tor of Admissions and Assistant Regi etters she writes to prospective studen of the Bookstore. Anxiously awaiting the greeting of Miss Steele, the Direc- tor of Admissions, and the discovery of just who would teach what class, each Freshman excitedly questioned about each teacher that walked down the hall. Each student had been looking forward to the meeting with Miss Steele, for all of the detailed correspondence about Scott had come directly from her. A placement test, if necessary, was taken in stride with all the other getting-ready procedures. If she was lucky, the freshman got a glimpse of a few of her other professors, and found that they actually did look somewhat like the pictures in last year ' s Silhouette. A quick dash to the book store proved to be quite ex- citing. There, amid ten-pound history books and one-cent postage stamps, she found Agnes Scott ' s confidential agent, Mrs. Garwood. And then — all through the building bells began ringing. Here it was; college work had begun.

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Sully, Miss Ashley, and ch its flurry of pink and hime sounds and Mrs. Byer and Lou Hill have a few mi vor-due reserve books and and her staff of Lilli: ng do Upstairs in Main Building was the Dean ' s Office. Around this section of Main and the people connected with it revolved the entire social life of Agnes Scott. It was in this office that each freshman met her mother for the year. Tuck and Mrs. Curry, in charge of Inman and Hopkins dorms, immediately welcomed with open arms each new daughter in this new college household. Tavie Garlington was the senior resident in Rebckah and Mrs. McCracken was in Main. Visiting around the new student was amazed by the beauty and the charm of the McCain library, maintained by Mrs. Byers and her staff. The beautiful furnishings, the solitude of the carrels, the rows and rows of books, and the peace and quiet contributed not only to an aca- demic desire to study, but also to relaxation and enjoyment. Each Freshman was given a brief course in library tech- niques so that she might begin work on her research paper without any handicap. The staff kept the campus up with all current activities by preparing exhibits in the reserved book room and in the lobby. They were especially proud of their Robert Frost collection, which included not only books, but many personal letters. On the way back to her dorm, our interested friend stepped off at the charming building next to the gym. In the in- firmary. Dr. Alexander and the resident nurses assured her of their ability and readiness to deal with anything from a bump on the head to a high fever. The decorations and the facilities of the Infirmary pleased and reassured this healthy freshman, making clear that any stay with the Doctor ' s family would be completely comfortable. Concluding her tour before registration, the last stop was the dining hall. The tremendous surprise in finding that such a beautiful Gothic building as this was actually a dining hall will never be overcome by all of the new stu- dents. The beauty of the red leather doors, the attractive furniture and the lovely color scheme were admired daily. The peaceful orderliness, the comfort of the friendly table arrangement, and the good food made each girl look forward to meal times with no anxiety other than just hunger. The staff of the Health Service Janet Alexander ' s family — Mrs Owen, R.N. The dining hall fa Gillespie, was headed by the d Committee consisted of Doctor Alice Bray, R.N. and Miss Inez nily, Mrs. Lane and Mrs. Louis etitian, Ethel Johnson Hatfield.

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The new kiln of the Agnes Scott Art Depart- ment has opened the way for the very popular studio work in enamels and ceramics during the 19 54-55 college year in addition to the work in various media already offered. In ad- dition to studio work, the students are offered lecture courses covering phases of art from history to philosophy to psychology. The de- partment has sponsored several visiting lectures during the year and has presented in its gal- leries collections such as a group of Frasconi woodcuts, and the International Business Ma- chines collection of modern paintings. The Bible Department worked to introduce students to the methods of studying the Bible to broaden knowl- edge, enrich appreciation, and deepen devotion. Because the Bible had such a breadth of scope, the department felt a unique responsibility to dem- onstrate the relationships be- tween Bible study and the of- ferings of other departments. Dr. Garber was a representa- tive to the World Council of Churches in the summer of 1954. C. Benton Kline, as- sistant professor, was on leave during the 19 54-55 school year. Dr. Henry H. Rowley, fa- mous British Old Testament scholar, was brought to the campus under the auspices of the University Center. His topic was The Unity of the Bible. The Bible Club, sponsored by the Bible department, was a student organization with the Bible professors as ad- visors. The meetings, held on Tuesdays at five, were busmcss and inspirational, often with student-led discus- sions or talks. Callie Mc- Arthur Robinson was presi- dent of the group.