Archbishop Hoban High School - Way Yearbook (Akron, OH)

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A Renewed Faith in Hoban lJ'i . 'V ff' f bf I 4 There was a new sound at Hoban this year. It pervaded the spirit as well as the ears. This sound could be heard at most sports events, even in student sections at away games. This sound was Hoban's new alma mater. Hoban's original alma mater, once sung frequently by the all male student body, had fallen victim to disinterest and disuse. Few students knew the words or music. During the 1975-76 school year however, interest was rekindled in having a school alma mater. It was decided though, that there should be a new alma mater, one that could be more easily sung by the students. The Visor then sponsored a contest to see who could write the best lyrics for a new alma mater. Mark Schweitzer, from the class of 76, submitted the best version. Brother Eugene Weisenberger composed the spirited music to suit the words. Since then the alma mater has been incorporated into many school activi- ties. lt is heard almost as often as the fight song. And although the lyrics are displayed prominently in the gym, most students already know the words by heart.