Northwest Missouri State University - Tower Yearbook (Maryville, MO)

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ITEHIDIATE CLUB Front Row: Naomi Shipley, Vice-President; Mory E. Keith, Spon- sor; Mary Rolf, Presidenf. Second Row: Shirley Johnson, Secretary; Dorothy Snook, Treas- urer; Pot O ' Brien, Lauretta Taylor, Mary Ellen Watkins, Roedene Eberle, Betty J. Heyser, Beverly Thomson. Bocfc Row: Bruce Pierce, Eeverly Crane, Wondo Kingsolver, Raymond Dorsey, Mary Carter, Janice Commons, Ardith Linn, Peggy Lockridge. The club ' s activities for the year began with a get-acquainted party for freshmen and old mem- bers on September 14th. Games were played, and old members related summer experiences. Probably the most enjoyed was Mary Rolf ' s report on her sum- mer school attendance at the University of Colorado. The next meeting was utilized in getting every- one ' s ideas for the use of the program committee in formulating the year book. The club selected the theme We Look Forward To Teaching. The ap- pointment of committees for Homecoming and the annual decision with regard to which activities would demand the club ' s time were also dispatched. An entry was registered in the window decoration con- test. Bev Crane ' s idea, Secret of the Shifting, Whispering Sands, ignited a spark of enthusiasm, and was accepted unanimously. Miss Gorsuch and Mrs. Graham were in charge Page of the first theme meeting, Off To A Good Start. The club made and sold candy at the District Teachers Meeting in October. In November the group was a guest of F.T.A. and enjoyed slides on Japan, Alaska, and Hawaii. The Christmas meeting was both a party and a candle light initiation ceremony for new members. Two educational films about past and present teaching methods were enjoyed by the group early in January. The club combined with A.C.E. and F.T.A. to hear an inspirational talk by Mrs. Easton during Religious Emphasis Week. One of the most memorable pro- grams was Teresa Esteban ' s talk about schools and life in Argentina. Shades of green were in evidence at the Student Union to celebrate the St. Patrick ' s day party. The spring picnic, May 9, at Roadside Park, was the concluding event on the calendar. 97 mm

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A. C. L Front Row, Dorlene Coleman, Secretory; Borbora Tyer. Treasurer, Marge Wallace, Presidenf; Margaret Ann Guess, Vice-Presic ent; Barbara Nixon, Publicity; Kathryn McKee, Co-Sponsor. Second Row: Delores Moore, Shirley Motsinger, Jean Jensen, Nancy Anderson, Florence Loose, Jean Swonson, Shirley Dieterich, Sharon Olson, Mary Lou Hughes, Wilma Greever, Dolore Stouf- fer, Carolyn Trively. Third Row; Marlis Seipold, Georgetto Stalder, Theolo Corlson, Sandra Craven, Elizobeth Tokuda, Pat Foley, Carol Tilton, Beverly Moore, Doris McKinley, Beverlee Mason, Jeanette Stoulfer, Norma Jane Gronteer. Fourth Row; Morcia Woodcock, Ruth Stephens, Shirley Woodring, Jonet Dinkel, Mary Lee London, Beverly Garrett, Norma Long, Judy Cross, Verio Mosmon, Beverly Johnston, Ramona Dickinson, Morylon Wohlers, Carol Peters. Bact Row; Connie Cutler, Coleen Dunn, Jan Hyink, Carolyn Curf- man, Elizabeth Wilhelm, Pat Brown, Jeon Grishom, Morjorie Golightly, Marilyn Cox, Marcio Willioms, Sarah Lorance, Joyce Benedict. The year 1955-56 gave A. C. E. the largest enroll- ment in its history. Children Need Adults was the theme selected for the year ' s professional programs. Educators, rep- resentative groups of parents, and members from the community hove helped to present the theme in an interesting and highly successful manner. Marjorie Wallace has been president of the organ- ization for this year. Social activities, with Connie Cutler as chairman, have been varied and enjoyable. In September there was a coke party for prospective members. A dinner honoring Dr. Laura Zirbes was observed in October. There were also the Homecoming luncheon, a Valen- tine party, the Christmas party, a spring formal dinner, and the Senior breakfast. In February, as a special project for the children, A. C. E. presented Peter Rabbit, a three act oper- etta. Two performances were given in order to accom- modate all children in the community. Though no small amount of preparation was necessary, the proj- ect proved to be as much fun for the members as for the children. Lost spring the green and white Bearcat bus took many of the members to the national A. C. E. meeting in Kansas City. It was a real thrill to see and hear so many of the celebrities in the field of Elementary Edu- cation. In April of this year, Barbara Nixon was for- tunate in being able to represent the branch at the national meeting in Washington, D. C. Many of the members also attended the state meeting in Cape Girardeau in May. Page 96

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mn muM phi Front Row- Mo y Newman, Second Vice-Presidenf; Ann Bridge- water, President; Doris Ann Staples, Treosurer; Barbara Toylor, Firsi Vice-President; Eorbara LoMar. Second Row: Teresa Tobin, Carolyn Mix, Lono Lu Babb, Er Dean Grabill. Bocic Row: Glenda Rice, Bette Co Cook, Mabel Cole. etty Cooksey, Miss Mabel The outstanding event of the year took place on December 10, 1955. This was the dedication of a plaque honoring the founding of Kappa Omicron Phi, on this Northwest Missouri State College campus, December 11, 1922. The plaque was presented to Alpha chapter at the national conclave in Albu- querque, New Mexico on August 13, 1955. Alpha chapter proudly displays the trophy in the Home Economics Department of the Administration building, where the idea for Kappa Omicron Phi originated. Mrs. Ann Bridgewater was the delegate of Alpha chapter to attend the national conclave at Albu- querque. Kappa Omicron Phi held their annual coffee hour for the alumnae during Homecoming. Miss Mabel Cook, sponsor of Alpha chapter and National President, journeyed to Kearney, Nebraska, on November 19, 1955, to install Alpha Omicron chapter of Kappa Omicron Phi. Those accompanying her were Ann Bridgewater, Carolyn Mix, Erma Dean Grabill, and Betty Cooksey. Miss Cook and the girls were in charge of the initiation of the members and the installation of the officers. Founders Day, December 11, was observed with the traditional candle lighting service and a dessert party. A plaque honoring Miss Anthony was dedi- cated and a photograph of Miss Anthony was un- veiled by the president, Ann Bridgewater. Mopsy was the name of the doll for which each member made a costume. Mopsy and her wardrobe were given away as a door prize at the benefit tea on December 15. The senior members of Kappa Omicron Phi were honored by the actives with a banquet in May. The Kappa Omicron Phi chapters of Kansas and Missouri will meet at Warrensburg, Missouri, in August, 1956, for the regional conclave. Page 98