Asbury University - Asburian Yearbook (Wilmore, KY)

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SEN! G R S ELSALEEN BLAKELY RUSSELI. BOAZ 2147 East Grand Bi.vd. Detroit, Mich. Always a smile—that’s Elsalcen. Gifted musically, she has been a member of the Women’s Glee Club and the Chorus during her entire college career. She always is ready to serve, Reporter for the Glee Club this year and President of Big Sister Club. Her Sopbidelphian sisters were quick to recognize her by making her President her Senior year. Elsa-leen’s room is a rendezvous for one and all, the welcome sign is always out. If you want to sit by your favorite girl friend in the dining hall, try to bribe Elsalcen, for she makes the table assignments. The folks at Little Texas Mission love her as a happy Christian—and so do we. R. F. 1). 3 Dickson, Tenn. Russell came to us from Austin Peay Normal an all around fellow—liked by all largely because of his consideration for the feelings of others. With a philosophical mind he enjoys poetry—wrote for the AsduriAN and Collegian of ’37. An excellent preacher he is positive in his beliefs and ready to back them up. This outer congeniality, contagious in its breadth, coupled with an inner sincerity, has gained for him a host of true friends, and it is without a word of doubt that we know these valuable assets will carry him on into a successful service. MRS. RUTH HARBOLD BOAZ 924. Linwood Avk. Columbus, Ohio Ruth Irad some work in Ohio State, coming to us in 1935 as Ruth Harbold. A member of Chorus and of Home Economics Club her first year, she later shifted her attention to the field of Philosophy and Religion. She strives daily to live up to the high ideals she has set for herself. Religion has been her chief interest from childhood up, naturally we find her in the Christian Service League. Pleasing friendliness made this Philomathian a grand Big Sister. Work on the Cuban mission field will be given a boost when Ruth and Russell arrive. VERNEI.LE BOWMAN 205 Tenth Ave. Hinton, W. Va. Versatile, thorough, efficient and likeable is this Who’s Who student, who gets things done. If you don’t think so, look at these activities—Vice-President of International Relations Club, member of Asbury Student Foundation, Class Vice-President in ’36, Chairman on Senior Ring and Invitation Committee, Associate Editor for ’37 AsBURtAN, and ’38 Col-legion Staff. As a Big Sister she has helped more than one Freshman over the bumps. Lucy Stonians agree with us that Vernelle is the sort of person one likes to have around in a pinch. RUBYANNA BRACE Center St. Randolph, N. Y. Ruby—impulsive, neat, vivacious, was into everything. Class Treasurer in ’35, basketball player all four years, Vice-President and President of Home Economics Club, of which she was a member for four years, and member Student Volunteers in ’34. Always willing to give of her services to any worthy cause. Likes to talk, but then we don’t mind—it’s hi interesting. Loyal to Philomathia. Frank, generous, interesting—the very best of good luck to you, Ruby.

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ARLENE AMSTUTZ 312 East Oak St. Orville, Ohio Since her fellow Freshmen made Arlene Vice-President of their class, she has a trail of leadership. This year she has “mothered” the Freshmen in the role of Freshmen Sponsor. A member of Collegian Staff in 35 and ASBURIAN Staff in ’37 indicated literary ability. This Lucy Stonian’s well-rounded life includes membership in the Chorus for three years and the Student-Faculty Committee this year. Her dignified Christian character plus her diversified interests make her a typical Asburian and well deserving of the honor of Who’s Who in ’38. Arlene, wc know you’ll keep going in the same direction—up. JAMES E. BAKER 492 Iowa St. Warren-, Onto Jimmy is an ardent enthusiast for China—a loval member of the Foreign Students Club. Having lived in Chinn as a child, he plans to return as a missionary, and already has done missionary work with the Student Volunteers. The Ministerial Association has played a part in his college life. His skill as a photographer has made him an A-i member of the '37 and the ’3S Asburian Staff. Henry Clay enjoys his witty philosophy, and can always bank on him to contribute to their good times. The pioneer work of the missionary cause could have its ranks joined by no one more sincere nor better equipped than Jimmy. HARRIETTS BARBOUR Spring Lake, Mich. It has been Asbury’s loss that Harriette has been with us only one year. She came to us from Muskegon Junior College, where she was valedictorian of her class. Her scholastic achievements were recognized by being invited to join the Honorary Society, Phi Theta Kappa. A beautiful Christian character and truly consecrated, the Christian Service League has her loyal support. Versatile in ability and interests, she enjoys wood carving, knitting, ami is a member of the 1938 Camera Club. Harriette has many foreign missionary friends, many of whom have been in her home. Further laurels will be her’s after she leaves Asbury. MARY BEERS 102 Ethei. St. Johnson City, N. Y. Since Freshman days, when Mary set a high goal for herself, her every step has been upward. Living for her Master, she has given loyal devotion to the Mountain Missionary Society, Christian Service League, and Student Volunteer Union. Her love of music found expression in Chorus and she enjoyed fellowship with Alathcia. Winner of Hughes Honor Medal, given for Sunday School attendance, her perseverance has been rewarded. Tenacity of purpose, a firm desire to succeed, and an ability to make the best of things will bring Mary through smiling. We prize your friendship, Mary. RUTH BEIINKE Busiiton, Kansas From Sterling College among the wheat farms of Kansas—Ruth came to us. Her love for music found expression in Orchestra, Chorus and this year the String Quartette. Not only in music but also in Home Economics, her major, has she shown marked ability—has been a valuable member of the Home Economics Club. Her well-rounded personality loves to serve others and finds expression in the Student Volunteers and Christian Service League. Her thoughtful, generous, conscientious character is appreciated by her sisters of Phrcnothcnia, and all who know her well call Ruth a true friend. SEN! 0 R S

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CHRISTINE CAMDEN 3401 Second Ave. Richmond, Va. Christine is adept at the art of doing the right thing at the right time. Coming from William and Mary College in Richmond, she fitted perfectly into the life of Asbury. Kind and sympathetic, she was an inspiration to all Alatheians and a perfect Big Sister. Her gentle ways have lent charm to Christian Service League. She sang in Chorus one year. Has a mania for collecting pictures of dogs. Is not swayed by others’ opinions until she has reasoned out the question. A ready knack for winning friends, unruffled, never out of sorts, doing nice things for people, consistent in her sterling qualities—and you have Christine. PHYLLIS CAMPBELL Fort Anne, N. Y. Phyllis is a happy, smiling Senior whose capability and self-confidence will carry her over the rough spots in life. Her genuine sense of humor and sunny disposition have won her many friends. She is a typical Asburian Big Sister, isn’t she, Freshmen? Wide-awake to the world about her, she is a member of the International Relations Club. Alatheia has found Phyllis to be one of their most capable and energetic members. Mrs. I.annom tells us that nothing ever disturbs this lady, and that she is equal to any emergency. Her aggressive, energetic spirit will make her a good teacher, we arc sure. ALICE COFFIN 903 D First St. Madison, Ini . Alice, a musical soul in tune with life, has been a member of the Glee Club and Orchestra for three years and of Chorus for four. An imaginative mind along musical lines assures this Alathcian success in her chosen role of music teacher. Has her heart set on getting a degree in Public School Music. Her aesthetic sense includes a fondness for poetry and good books. Proud of her trace of Indian blood, she has a sensitive love of nature and tire open—goes for solitary tramps in the woods. May the Lord use your talents, Alice. IONA COLE 222 Main St. Whitehall, N. Y. Unsophisticated, loyal, and passionately fond of sports, Buddie has come through four years at Asbury with an array of honors. Captain of her basketball team for three years, and, too, she has turned in topnotch performances on the tennis courts and in track. A bent for writing and organization have made her Associate Editor of the Collegian this year. Interested in current problems this Plriloma-thian is a member of International Relations Club. Elected to A. S. F. this year. A fine personality, and determination to master any problem which presents itself will assure Buddie success. MILDRED ETHELCONLON Umatilla, Oregon Inherently blessed with a broad, practical outlook and a contagious Irish smile, Connie coming to us from Willamette University has proven to be a real Asburian. Elected to Who’s Who Among American Students and Student-Faculty Representative in ’38. Enthusiastic basketball and tennis player— enjoys track and baseball. Member of the Collegian Staff in ’37, a loyal Alathcian, a capable zoology lab. assistant. Fascinated by medicine and science, Vice-President of Pre-Medical Club. A fine personality and a determination to master any problem which presents itself will serve Connie well in her chosen field. S E N I G S