Albany College of Pharmacy - Alembic Yearbook (Albany, NY)

Page 25 text:

Alembic jpfjarmafeon Mentor Cla££ jfyititovp Once more a graduating class glances back over three years, a period that has passed quickly, profitably, and happily, coming to a full realization of the glory and tradition that belongs to A. C. P. Now is the time for meditation, for glances forward and backward, for thoughts concerning the opportunities of the past and the possibilities of the future. In September, 1933, this class assembled to begin a course in Pharmacy. The proverbial freshman timidity was soon lost and the various fraternity smokers created a greater feeling of self confidence and sociability among the members of the class. Within a short period of time, the class was organized and the following officers were elected: President, William O’Brien; First Vice- President, Roy Hess; Second Vice-President, Alice Godell; Secretary, Richard Mance; Treasurer, Edward Leonard; Historian, Howard Fleischer; Student Council, Ralph Cooper. Many activities were started including various sports. Before we knew it, our quarterly exams were upon us. The casualties were numerous, showing that although “the old order changeth, yielding to the new,” the faculty always managed to remain about a dozen steps ahead of the freshmen. We struggled on with our studies through three more quarters. During this time, we enjoyed dances, basketball games, etc. By far, the most outstanding event of the year was the Freshman Hop. Then came the annual banquet and last but not least, vacation. At this time, the class separated to go its different ways. Many went home. Others found drug store employment in cities other than their own, while summer courses and odd jobs claimed the rest. We returned for our Junior year in September 1934, with some of the old faces missing and new ones in their places. Our work was difficult from the start. Some of us thought that since we were Juniors, we did not need to apply ourselves to such an extent as formerly, and that we could absorb the necessary knowledge without effort. After getting “soaked” a few times on exams, we gave up the absorption method and replaced it with the never failing method of putting on the harness and working for all we were worth. We soon became accustomed to the “daily written’s” and, before long, things were running smoothly with most of us. Our class officers were as follows: President, Leslie Faris; First Vice-President, William Baldwin; Second Vice-President, Raymond Kolts; Secretary, Edward Leonard; Treasurer, Keith Berner; Historian, Howard Fleischer; Student Council, Russell Thyne. Twenty-five

Page 24 text:

gUtmbtc $f)armafeon Senior Ctes Roll of Officers Robert A. Haines President Edward D. Leonard ..... First Vice-President Henry W. Randall .... Second Vice-President Keith W. Berner ..... Secretary Raymond E. Kolts ..... Treasurer William K. Co.mar ..... Historian Gilbert W. Collins Student Council Twenty-jour

Page 26 text:

Hlemtnc $ljarmafeon The main event of the year was the Junior Prom and we worked hard at the task of making it one of the finest and most successful social functions ever held. Our scholastic and athletic affairs were also very successful. We rounded out our Junior year first by having the college banquet, at which awards were given out, and then the final exams. Vacation again was upon us. The summer passed quickly, and our last and “longed for” year was at hand. As Seniors, a different atmosphere prevailed. In this capacity, we had many duties to perform and numerous obligations to fulfill in order to live up to the traditions of ‘Dear Old A. C. IV’ in all of its greatness, and in all of its promise. We felt the need of our best leaders to fill the responsible offices. The officers were: President, Robert Haines; First Vice-President, Edward Leonard; Second Vice-President, Henry Randall; Secretary, Keith Berner; Treasurer, Raymond Kolts; Historian, William Comar; Student Council, Gilbert Collins. The Senior Ball took place in our college auditorium and was an outstanding success under the guidance of the Senior Ball Committee. Many other social and athletic events were enjoyed during the year. Dearly cherished by us, the three years passed all too quickly. We deeply appreciate the wise and helpful guidance of the members of the Faculty who have helped and encouraged us when the going was difficult, and aided us in attaining our goal. We are now prepared to leave A. C. P., knowing that the knowledge acquired here will help us to attain success, and that the happy memories of the College will always afford us great pleasure throughout the rest of our lives. The best of luck is wished to the outgoing Seniors and it is hoped that they will succeed in whatever they attempt. William K. Comar, Historian T■wenty-six