West Virginia Wesleyan College - Murmurmontis Yearbook (Buckhannon, WV)

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Wc who love Wesleyan know that within her halls is to be found a friendly Christian en- vironment, and as wc leave, we carry with us many memories of classmates, friends, fine profes- sors, and Christian idealism. The future development of Wesleyan is dependent upon those who have studied and lived in her halls. It is upon those of us who have participated in her activities, played in her games, and studied in her classrooms and laboratories that the burden rests to prove th at the investment of time and money of the founding fathers was worthwhile. But, how can we prove this. ' By becoming contributors to the American heritage ourselves, by leading in our churches, schools, businesses — wherever we find ourselves in our life ' s work. We arc the products of Wesleyan just as truly as is the iron which comes from the foundry or the product which comes from the factory. In what way do we show the training of Wesleyan. ' By democratic ac- tion, alertness of mind and body, application of the wisdom of the philosophers we have studied, and especially in the demonstration of competent Christian culture in any circumstances in which wc find ourselves. The future of liberal arts colleges in America will ultimately be judged by its graduates. To graduates and undergraduates alike your Alma Mater challenges you to be true to the highest and finest in your own personal life, and to remember that your obligation to Alma Mater Wesleyan is not only one of continued support, but one of selecting members of the on- coming generation who will profit by the Wesleyan tradition and recommending that they be admitted to her halls in order that they may find the vision you have found. Wesleyan takes pride in her graduates and former students. May you always remember that service to your fellow men in the name of Christ is your Wesleyan heritage. page I 4