Wesleyan College - Veterropt Yearbook (Macon, GA)

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mk The Women of W esleyan appreciate and carry on her traditions. radition is defined in the dictionary as the handing down of statements, beliefs, legends, and customs from generation to generation by word of mouth or by practice. Wesleyan’s traditions symbolize her unique heritage and her students’ acceptance of them serves as a statement of the worth of her ideals. New students arrive on campus each fall to discover that certain facts of life at Wesleyan are mandatory and unchanging. Each tradition has a meaning and a reason for being as students soon learn. All freshmen live in Persons dorm and go through the experience of Rat because doing so draws them close together and bonds them into a class. Soccer is the main intramural sport and students participate with the hope that their class will win the Soccer or Spirit Cup at season’s end. Alumnae return every fall to observe the Homecoming Championship games and relive old memories in a setting that never changes. Some traditions are too old to question or change. Stunt was begun in the 19th century and remains Wesleyan’s most famous tradition because it is such a unique event. It serves as the showcase of student talent and gives people in the Macon area a chance to observe Wesleyan’s finest. Wesleyan’s academic traditions symbolize her com¬ mitment to education for women. The pomp and cir¬ cumstance surrounding Convocations and Com¬ mencements bring out the pride that Wesleyannes have for their school. It is significant for Wesleyan’s future that her daughters believe enough in her ideals to continue her traditions. Opening 11 i