Stanford University - Quad Yearbook (Palo Alto, CA)

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Many red-hot freshmen, a few apathetic sopho- mores, and an occasional junior who had a friend running for office, turned out to vote in Spring Quarter elections. Oh, officer, could I see your I. D. please I ' and the Carnival raised funds for the children ' s convalescent home which is a unique part of Stanford life. The PCC swimming crown highlighted Stanford victories in a full schedule of spring sports. Student politicians dragged out old campaign gimmicks and new presentations when ASSU elections rolled around. There was no denying, however, that to the sen- iors belonged the final, hectic days of spring quarter. Senior happy hours engendered enthusiasm for the remaining class activities; the Senior Ball, Class Day, the Baccalaureate Service, and the actual graduation cere- monies. As the seniors of ' 59 received their diplomas, doubtlessly they recalled memories of their Stanford years; and a newly la id plaque sym- bolized in part the permanence of their achievements.

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more keenly focus student attention on important world events. Controversy arose on the local scene with the ofF-campus exodus of the Fijis and Zetes following an administrative ruling handed down after party-goers waxed too exuberant. Continuity and integration were the key words in another housing change as women, under pres- sure, devised an integrated policy for the three upper classes. Thunderous noises and leveled buildings accompanied a change in campus ap- pearance as construction work was undertaken for the new medical school buildings, the book- store, and post office. Bright spring days and balmy evenings held promises of fun and relaxa- tion which students were quick to utilize. Mem- ories will linger of spruced-up fraternity houses and polished manners when the freshmen came rushing; of the Intercollegiate Ball with entertain- ment by the Hi-Lo ' s; of the Junior Prom which featured Stan Wilson; of sandy hot dogs and football games at the beach; and of canoeing on a shrinking Lake Lag. Along with spring quarter sunshine and lazy days came a whole host of mu- sical and dramatic productions. The most extrav- agant musical ever staged by Ram ' s Head, Pal Joey, charmed audiences with its elaborate props and catchy music. The opera, II Count Ory, and two dramatic presentations, Major Bar- bara, and The Cocktail Party, provided en- joyable diversion from studies. An ever-popular campus occurence. Spring Sing again allowed liv- ing groups to parade their musical talent in Frost Amphitheater. Week-end hostels provided op- portunities for small groups of students and fac- ulty to exchange ideas in restful surroundings. A time of both fun and sobriety was Con Home Week when solicitations, the Strawberry Brunch, Maestro Jorda joined the Stanford Chorus on campus in rehearsal before the highly successful Opera House performance of the Bach B-Minor Mass. Ties, white shirts, and firm handshakes appear on campus during Rush Week as high-powered sales- manship is exercised on weary, but cautious rushies. Students sun themselves by the boathouse, as books lie unused and unnoticed. Although the problems of the world may not be solved in the discussions; students and faculty get physical relaxation and mental stimulation from ASSU spon- sored hostels.

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