Augsburg College - Augsburgian Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 98 of the 1939 volume:

mncTeen hundr€d THimv-ninc AND SEMINARY, MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA DONALD HOLM, BUSINESS MANAGER VOLUME 12 DR. GEORGE SVERDRUP 1879-1937 % G € 0 R G £ SV6RDRUP To DK. .SVERDRUP, scholar-teacher-administrator, this Augsburgian is respectfully dedicated. It is hojxal that the Augsburg portrayed by this biennial, and luture biennials, is anti will be the Augsburg which George Sverdrup planned lor and dreamed of in bis quarter of a century as President of Augsburg College and Seminary. CiV.okc.e svkkdkc'i was born August 3, 1879, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the son of Professor Georg Sverdrup, President of Augsburg College and Seminary, and Katherine Heiberg Sverdrup. His elementary education was received in the Minneapolis Public Schools, and he was graduated from South High School in 1894. He entered Augsburg College that fall, and received a bachelor of Arts degree in 1898 with honors. For the next two years Cleorge Sverdrup attended the University of Minnesota. In 1901 he went to Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, where he continued his studies until 1905. He acquired his Master of Arts degree from Yale in 1902. In 1905 he went abroad, and studied in the American School of Archeology in Jerusalem until 1906. The next year he spent as a teacher at the Syrian Protestant C'ollege in Beirut, Syria. In addition George Sverdrup was American Vice-Consul in Beirut. The death of his father in 1907, caused him to return to this country, and he was apj)ointed teacher in Augsburg C'ollege for the school year 1907-08. Utter he was called as Professor of Old Testament in the Seminary, and was granted a year’s leave of absence, which lie spent in study at the University of Leipzig in Germany. Upon his return in 1909, he was elected vice-president of Augsburg, and served as acting president until the death of Sven Oftcdal in 1911. Then he was elected president and served in that capacity until his death. in m e m o r i n m In 1909 he was married to Miss I Ijaima Stenvig. She and their two daughters and one son survive him. Upsala College in Last Orange, New Jersey bestowed upon him the degree of Doctor l.itcrarum Humanorum, honoris causa. Dr. Sverdrup was also active in the American Lutheran Conference commissions, the American Oriental Society, and as a member and Treasurer of Lutheran Trinity Congregation. The Lutheran Deaconess Hos- pital received much of his time, as did the Lutheran Board of Missions. In the 1937 Augslnirgian Dr. Sverdrup spoke of the need of a new dormitory for the continuance of the work the school is doing. He worked strenuously toward this goal until shortly lx:fore his demise, and his organization of the project did much to insure its success. The building which he fell so necessary is now a reality and stands as a monument to the faith which George Sverdrup exemplified. As augshukg enters into a new and greater era, many changes are taking place. An enlarged student body, a larger teaching and administrative stafT, and a new building plus improvements in the old edifices, are a few of the outward signs of the new Augsburg, and there is Scholastic and Spiritual progress as well. The 1939 Augsburgian has en- deavored to portray a cross section of student and faculty life as the institution moves towards its goal. In the creation of this yearbook many individuals have been in touch with the work. Mr. Arthur Segal of the bureau of Engraving and Mr. Walter Schmidt of Augsburg Publishing 1 louse have rendered advice and assistance, which the editor found most valuable. I)r. Nash was an experienced and indis- jxmsable advisor. C 0 n T 6 n T 5 Student life is divided into two distinct classifications, the Formal and Informal. It is impossible to depict all the activities of the modern college student in the coniines of one ycar-l ook, but the major interests have been at least partially displayed. Classes, the faculty, clubs, and publica- tions are listed under the broad title At Wo !{. Athletics, student recreation, and off-campus frolic are placed in the section titled At Play. I The aucsbukc couporation consists of thirty members, who meet at least once a year to plan the operation of Augsburg College anti Seminary. Any person who is a member in good standing of a Norwegian Lutheran Church in the United States can become a member of the Corporation by being elected as such by a majority vote of the then members of the Corporation. Members arc elected for life and become inactive only in case of death, incapacity to act, or in ease of non-attendance at three consecutive meetings. The officers of the Corporation are, ex officio, the Board of Trustees. The Trustees are elected for a term of five years, or until successors are elected. They arc responsible for their actions to the Corporation which is responsible in turn to the delegates assembled at the annual meeting. After the death of Dr. Sverdrup in November, 1937, the Board of Trustees appointed Professor H. N. Hendrickson to the office left vacant by President Sverdrup. H. N. Hendrickson had been registrar and head of the history department, and had been on the faculty since 1900. He discharged the duties of the president until Bernhard Christensen was elected to the office in 1938. I) C T I n G PR€SID€flT 1 9 3 7 - 1 9 3 8 H. N. HENDRICKSON DR. BERNHARD CHRISTENSEN President PR6SID6IIT’S mess AGC Zduxxdkmal PeM iectiue JN ONE of his great novels, Dostoyewsky makes the remark that often the sacrificial service which God requires of a young man is not that he engage- in some enterprise of special danger but that he apply himself diligently to his studies for five or six years. It might at times be easier to go off to the wars, risking one’s life in the front lines of battle; or even—for the more spiritually inclined—to set out for some distant and dangerous mission field. Rut God asks faithfulness to present duty in preference to the doing of seemingly more heroic deeds. He sees the needs of humanity in larger perspective, and marshals His forces accordingly. Pumpkins can be grown in a single summer. Oaks grow to maturity only after many years. This is a well-worn comparison, but it expresses a truth which does not grow old. The educational process requires concentration cf effort, stern self-disci- pline, patient intellectual application stretching over years. Students of today, however, are faced with countless distractions and temptations to slovenly thinking and careless dissipation of irrecoverable energy. And many succumb. Even the receipt of a diploma does not guarantee that one has really survived. Is it worth while to endure the difficulties incident to the securing of a college education, and possibly to going on for a year or two of graduate study ? Does it pay to lay the intellectual foundations of life securely? Our answer ought not be given in terms of personal or pecuniary reward but in terms of the resultant service to mankind made possible. Augsburg aims to be the kind of school where young people are challenged to enter whole-heartedly into the high discipline of a thorough preparation for Christian life-service. The biennial publication of an Augsburgiati should find its abiding value in recording a glimpse of a student generation enroutc toward this goal. 11 Rernhakd Christensen. • J. S. MELBY Professor of Christianity, Dean of Men B.A., C.T. MARTIN QUANBECK Professor of Education B.A., M.A. WILLIAM A. SIEGEL Professor of Philosophy M.A., TH.M. KRISTOFER HAGEN Instructor in Psychology M.A., TII.B. GERDA MORTENSEN Instructor in History, Dean of Women B.S., M.A. P. A. SV EEC JEN Professor of English, I lomiletics B.A., M.A. GEORGE SOBERG Instructor in Mathematics B.A. t BERNHARD J. KLEVEN Instructor in Social Sciences B.A., M.A. LARS ULLEHEI Professor of Greek, Dogmatics B.A., M.A., c.r. ANDREAS HELLAND Professor of New Testament, Greek B.A., M.A., C.T. JOHN P. MILTON Instructor in Old Testament B.A., TII.M. BERNHARD CHRISTENSEN President, Professor of Practical Theology, New Testament B.A., B.TH., TII.M., PH.D. ARTHUR NASH Professor of Biology B.A., PH.D. CARL FOSSE Professor of Chemistry Physics B.A., S.M. ANNA PEDERSON (left) Instructor in English B.A. BERTHA ULLEHEI Instructor in English B.A. SELMA A. STORIEN Librarian B.A., B.S. H. N. HENDRICKSON Professor of History, Latin B.A., M.A., C.T. KARL ERMISCH Professor of Church History, Practical Theology, German B.A., C.T., B.D., S.T.M., M.A., PH.D., S.T.D. ALLYS COLLINGS Instructor in Physical Education B.A. RICHARD PAUT'Z Director of Physical Education and Recreation B.A. MARION WILSON LINDEMANN Instructor in French, World Literature B.S., M.A. JENNIE SKURDALSVOLD Instructor in Voice B.M. 14 HENRY P. OPSETH Director of Music B.M. JOHN ACKER Instructor in Debate, Oratory B.A. MARIE KJELAAS Instructor in Norwegian B.A. MA RGRETHE PE'ITERSRN Instructor in Piano JOHN STENSVAAG Instructor in Norwegian B.A. 15 K JOEL TORSTKNSON Instructor in History n.A. KENNETH SC1IMIT Instructor in Biology, Physical Education B.A. NORMAN MYRV1K Instructor in Music B.A. CLARENCE HAUGEN Instructor in English B.A. CARL SWANSON (k)ach of Basketball, Baseball B.A. THOMAS R. GIBSON Instructor in Physical Edu- cation, Hygiene M.A. 16 Top row: Hannncrbcry, Carlson, Wol«l, Quanbcck, F.n cbrctUscn Bottom row: Dalil, Svcrtlrup, Torvik, Burfciml ADMINISTRATION THE administrative group of a college is as necessary to its well being as that group which devotes itself to the scholastic pursuits. The Augsburg treasurer's office is directed by Miss Ragna Sverdrup assisted by Miss Dahl. Miss Burfeind is in charge of the registrar’s office, and Miss Hammerberg acts as her assistant. Miss Engebrcdtscn serves as secretary to the president. Engaged in the administration of the dining hall are Mrs. Carlson, manager, and Mrs. Quanbcck and Mrs. Wold, cooks. Mrs. Torvik, matron, is in charge of the dormitories and assists in the care of the ill. 17 A UGSBURG SEMINARY is the training school for pastors ami missionaries of the Lutheran Free Church. Augsburg College aims to give a four-year college- course as the foundation for theological study. Along with this, Augsburg College offers training to young people who wish to prepare themselves for graduate work in certain specified lines and also offers preparation for high school teaching. Finally, it provides general college edu- cation for such as do not wish to enter any of the above mentioned professions. This work is all done on the basis of Christianity. 'The students who come are invited to lake up their college- work with this distinct understanding that the Christian Spirit is determining in all things. They are asked to cooperate willingly in the program of the school towards this end. The entire program, curricular and extra-cur- ricular, anil the discipline thought wise in order to make- possible the carrying out of this program, spring from the aim to see all things ‘‘through the eyes of Christ.” Top row: Sidney, Dahlc, Molvik, Nytlnhl Second row: Luthard, Stensvaag, Monson Bottom row: Running, W. Anderson, Dyrud, Miilage CONCORDIA SOCIETY THE Concordia Society is made up entirely of students in the Theological department, and is designed to promote the welfare of those students. Meetings are held every Thursday and the problems of the Seminary arc dis- cussed as well as other matters. The Class of 1938 consisted of ten members. Chester Blake is serving a congregation at Clayton, Wisconsin; Arvid Hokonson is a pastor at Pukwana, North Dakota; Caleb Quanbeck returned to Madagascar, where he is con- tinuing his work as a missionary; Oscar Voelzkc is working with a congre- gation at Duluth, Minnesota, and Oscar Weltzin is a pastor in Minneapolis. The remaining five members came under the four-year plan and have been spending a year of interneship. Carl Berg is a pastor at Scbeka, Minnesota; Alfred Hansen has been doing graduate work in Minneapolis; Clarence Larson has been studying in Grand Forks, North Dakota; Clifford Olson has been serving a congregation in Ellendalc, Minnesota, and Hans Tollefson has been'doing pastoral work in Ashland, Wisconsin. The graduates of 1939 are: Ernst Dahle of Minneapolis; Lynn Luthard of Alexandria, Minnesota; Clifford Johnson of Lonsdale, Minnesota; Maurice Molvik of Minneapolis; Oliver Sidney of Carpio, North Dakota, and John Stensvaag of Rockford, Illinois. 20 KENNETH SCHMIT Scholar KENNETH SCHMIT was acclaimed valedictorian of the class of 1938. Besides attaining the highest scholastic average, Mr. Schmit excelled in athletics and other extra-curricular activities, and served as assistant to Dr. Nash in the Biology department. The class of 1938 selected Joel Torstenson to represent them at the com- mencement exercises. A truly representative student, Mr. Torstenson possesses an enviable record in the field of scholarship, and was active in Forensics, Publications, and those clubs having to do with contemporary social and political problems. In addition to his student activities, Mr. Torstenson aided Professor Hendrickson in the History department. The subject of his speech was “Do We Dare” in which the challenges facing modern college graduates were brought out. CLASS OF 19 3 8 David Bergstrom ..... Minneapolis Majors—-History, Creek. English Central J ligl School, 193-4; Aristotelian Society. 2, 3, -1; Male: Chorus. Clarence 1 Iaucen . . Starhuck, Manitoba, Canada Major—-English. Minor-—Social Science Camrose College, Alherta, Canada. 193-1; Debate. 3, 4; Writers' Club, -I; Norse Club: Student Director of Forensics; Assistant Librarian, 4. Else Bjornstad .... Duluth, Minnesota Major—English. Minor—Social Science Duluth Q-ntral High School, 1934; Duluth State Teachers Col- lege. 1934-36; Choir. 3. 4; Norse Club, 3; W. S. (i. A.: W. A. A.; t'.ri”lish Club; F.cho Stall. Rumen Hovland . . . Northfteld, Minnesota Major—Biology. Minor■—English Noiihfield High School. 1934; Choir. 1, 2, 3, 4; Norse C.lub; Augsburg Octette; Cheerleader, I, 2. 3, 4: Aristotelian Society, 2. 3, 4. Salome Eidnes . . . Grand Marais, Minnesota Major—English. Minors—ImIiii, Social Sciences Gonvick High School, 1934; W. A. A.; Choir. J, 2, 3, 4; Foolish Club: I. R. C.; Augsburgian Staff, 3; Associate lid. Sttulent Hand- book, 4. Rupert Kennedy......................................Minneapolis Major—English. Minor■—Social Science Central High School, 1933; Itaschall; Sttulent Athletic Director, 3, 4; 1'oothall; Echo Staff, 2. Petra Hagen................................Minneapolis Major- Biology. Minor—•Social Science Augsburg Academy, 1931. Rose Korsmo .... Fargo, North Dakota Alajor— istory. A linor—English Oak Grove Seminary, Fargo, North Dakota. 1930; University of Minnesota. 1936; Choir, 2. 3. 4; Library Assistant. 3, 4; English Club; I. R. C. (Iretiia Halvorson . . Wanamingo, Minnesota Major ■English. Minor—History Wanamingo High School, 1934; Choir, 1. 2. 3, 4; W. A. A.; W. S. G. A. Pres. 4; lvcho Staff. Una Lee.................................Silvcrton, Oregon A lajor—Eng lish. A inor—Biolog y Silvcrton High School, 1934: Willamette University. Salem. Ore- gon. 1934-36; University of Minnesota, 1937; Echo Staff; W. A. A.; 1. R. C.; Writers’ C.lub: English Club. 22 .Gladys 1,yn ; .... Sauk Center, Minnesota Major—Cficniisti y. Minor—Biology S;uik ('enter High School. 19.?J; Deaconess School of Nursing, 1931-34; Aristotelian Society, 2, 3, -4; Hound Table; Norse Club; Mission Society; Choral C'luls; Assistant to Dean of Women. Edor Nelson .... Dawson, Minnesota Major—Biology. Minor—Social Science Dawson Nigh School. I � .?.?; I uter'Collegiate l;ootball, I: basket- ball, I, 2. 3. I: baseball, I, 2, 3, -1, Coach, .5. Hannaii Mbhus . . . Northwood, North Dakota Major—English. S in or—Biology Northwood High School. 1934; Choir, I, 2. 3, -I; W. A. A., I, 2, 3, -I, I’rcs., 3. 4: Music Club, 3, 4; W. S. i. A.: Knglish Club. Irene Nesetm.......................................Minneapolis h lajor—Bullish. Minor—Music Miller Vocational High School. Minnc.i| olis, 1934; W. S. � . A.: ('hoir, I, 2, 3, 4; Writers Club I, 2, 3. 4, liditorcss of Dial, 4; French Club, 2, 3, 4, Pres., 4; Norse Club: Music Club. Dorothy Morgan..................................Minneapolis Major—English. Minors— I Attin, Biology South High School, Minneapolis, 1934: W. A. A.. I, 2, 3. 4; Choir, I, 2, 3, 4; Kclio Staff; Social Director, 4; W. S. (� . A. Kathleen Oswald . . Northwood, North Dakota Major—History. Minor—Music NorthwiHid High School, 1934; Choir, I, 2, 3. 4; band, 3, 4; Orchestra, 3; V. A. A.; W. S. (� . A. I Iarold Mork .... Dawson, Minnesota Major—Chemistry. Minor—Mathematics Dawson High School, 1934; Aristotelian Society, 2. 3. 4. Justin Oudai.....................................Minneapolis Major —History. Minor—Social Sciences South High School. Minncamilis, 1934; basketball, I, 2: baseball, 1. 2, 3, 4; Forensic Club, 2. Norman Myrvik .... Porter, Minnesota Major—English. Minor—Music Minneota High School, 1930: ('hoir, I. 2, 3. I; Male Chorus; •Augsburg Quartette, 2. 3. 4: Director of Choral ('lub, Male Chorus, Music Club, 3, 4, Pres., 4: Orchestra; Diiector of Music, 4: MacPhnil School of Music, 1938. Randolph Paulson . . Turtle Lake, North Dakota Major■—■Chemistry. Minor—Biology Turtle Lake High School, 1934: ('hoir, I, 2, 3, 4: Aristotelian Society, 2. 3, 4: Writers’ Club; Mission Society; Music Club; I hrector of Publicity, 4. 23 Clifford Peterson . . . Lindstrom, Minnesota Major—English. Minor—History Chisago Lake High School, 1931; Bradburg School of Music, 1932; L. B. I., 1933 34; University of Minnesota, 1936 37; Norse Club; Choral Club, 3, 4; Male Chorus, 3. Ethel Sinner . . . Waubay, South Dakota Major—English. Minor—Biology Augsburg Academy, 1933. Lloyd Raymond m Sueur, Minnesota Major- -Biology. Minor—Social Science I-e Sueur High School, 1933; Football; Basketball, 1; “A Club; Manager—Baseball, Basketball, 2, 3, 4. Lf.land Steen .... Superior, Wisconsin • Major—History. Minor—English Superior Central High School, 1930; Choir, 2, 3, 4; Augsburg Quartette; Debate. Kenneth Schmit . . . Dawson, Minnesota Major—Biology. Minor—Mathematics Dawson High School, 1933; Basketball, 1, 2, 3, 4; Football; Aristotelian Society, 2, 3, 4; Valedictorian. Abner Strommen . . . Lamberton, Minnesota Major- -History. Minor—Biology Lincoln High School, Seattle, Wash., 1932; Choir, 1, 2, 3, 4; Augsburg Octette; Echo Staff, 1. Thelma Schroder . . . Saint Paul, Minnesota Major—English. Minor—I istory Mechanic Arts High School, St. Paul, 1934; French Club, 2, 3, 4. Adrian Tinderholt . . . Dawson, Minnesota Major—History. Minors—Social Science, Biology Dawson High School, 1933; I. R. C., 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball, 2, 3, 4. Joel Torstenson . . . Dawson, Minnesota Major—History. Minor—Social Science Madison Lutheran Normal School, 1931; Moorhead State Teachers College, 1932; Debate, 2, 3, 4; Director of Forensics, 4; I. R. C., 2, 3, 4; Editor-in-Chief of Echo, 3; President of Press Club, 4; Speaker. I 1 y 24 ► WERNER SPIEGEL Scholar THE scholastic honors of the class of 1939 were attained by Werner Spiegel, who had an average of 2.39. Mr. Spiegel was president of his class in his Junior year, and showed himself to be an excellent leader in all fields of endeavor. The person chosen by the class of 1939 to be their spokesman was Wendell Tjon. Mr. Tjon, though at Augsburg only two years, made himself an indis- pensable member of the student lxxly. Music was Mr. Tjon’s main interest at Augsburg, and he was a member of the College Choir, the Rand, and the Augsburg Octette. In his speech, “Forging Ahead,” Mr. Tjon stated that if Christ is a constant companion, the potentialities which lie within every man can be converted into real forging ahead. CLASS OF 19 3 9 Mamki. Aasen .... Erskine, Minnesota Major—Biology. Minor Biology McIntosh I ligh School, Kahlcr School of Nursing; School Nurse; Aristotelian Society; Mission Society. Robert Chalmers . . . Foley, Minnesota Major—Greek. Minor—English Foley High School, 193-1; ('lass Treasurer, I. 2, -I; Choir, I, 2, 3. -I, Librarian, 2, Treasurer, 3: Aristotelian. 4; Debate. 4; Fool- hall. I, 2. 3, 4; Intramural Recreation Director, 4; Student Direc- tor of Athletics, 3, 4. Ardell Albertson . . Lamberton, Minnesota Major—English. Minors- -Imho, Biology Lamberton High School, l‘ 33; Lamberton Teachers Training Department, 1934; V. A. A.: W. S. (I. A.; Mission Society; Fnglish Club; Choir, 2. 3, 4; Student Society Secretary, 3; Social Director. Lokkin Dahlacer . . . Willmar, Minnesota Majors—-Mathematics. Chemistry. Minor- Physical Education Starhuck High School; Basketball. I. 2. 3, 4: Baseball. 1, 2, 3. 4; Football, 1,2, 3, 4; A Club: Aristotelian Society: Press Club. Norman Anderson .... Minneapolis Major —History. Minor—English North High School. Minneapolis, 1931: Luther College, Dccorah, Iowa, 1931-32; University of Minnesota, 1938; Tennis, 3; Fxho Adv. Mgr., 1935. Lester Daiilen......................................Minneapolis Major—English. Minors—Philosophy, Soda! Science Centml High School, Minneapolis; Football, 1, 2, 4; Baseball, I, 2. 3. 4; Forensic Club. 2; Male Chorus, 2; Choral Club, 2; I. R. ('., 2, 3, 4; A Club; Junior ('lass Treasurer; Senior ('lass President; licho Business Manager, 4. Ruth Aune . . . Underwood, Minnesota Major—Mathematics. Minors—English, Music Underwood High School, 1935; Round Table, 1. 2; F.nglish Club, 3. 4; W. A. A., 1, 2. 3, 4; W. S. G. A. Religious Director, 3; Norse Club, I. 2, 3. 4; Mission Society, I, 2, 3, 4; Music Club, 4; Choral Club. 2; Choir, 3. 4. Sara Dixon .... Withcc, Wisconsin Major—English. Minor—Social Sciente Newman Grove (Neb.) High School: Round Table, I. 2; Vice President, 2: W. S. G. A. Council member, 3; Writers’ Club. 2, 3. 4; President, 3: Hnglish Club, 4; ('lass Secretary, 3: Mission Society, I, 2, 3, Secretary, 2 Josephine Hale . . Tunbridge, North Dakota A lajor—Norwegian. Mi nor—M it sic Rugby High School. Rugby, North Dakota, 1935: (kmcordia Col- lege. Moorhead. Minnesota. 1935-37: Norse Club, 3, 4: Music Club, 3. 4: Choir, 3, 4. LbRoy Elster ..... Minneapolis Major—Biology. Minors—Greek, English Atigbxurg Academy: Minnesota College: Round Table: Writers’ Club, President, 4. 26 Thelma Emhehson . . Blanchardvillc, Wisconsin Major—English. Minor—Social Science Mlancharclville High School, I WO: Cl real Count) Teachers Train- ing. 193 ): English ('lnl . 4: W. S. (� . A., 2, 3, I, Social Director, 3; Choral ('lull, 2, 3; Choir, 4. Lawrence Guomf.stad . Valley City, North Dakota Major—English. Minors (irecl;, Philosophy Valley City High School, 1933; Norse Cluh, I, 2; Choir, I. 2, 3, 4, President, •!; Echo Stall. 2, 3, Circulation Manager, 2, Musi ness Manager. 3; Augshurgian Circulation Manager, 4; Male Octette, 3; Press Club, 3. 4, Vice President, 3. Maucib Enemark . . . Lainherton, Minnesota Major- -English. Minors—Larin, Biology I.aml erton High School, 1934; I.amlxrton Teachers Training l)e| artment, 1935; Choir, 2, 3; Echo Stalf, 2; Writers’ Cluh. 3, 4; English Cluh. 3, 4; Mission Society, 2, 3, 4; W. A. A., 2, 3, 4; W. S. G. A., 2, 3, 4, President, 4. John Haaland . . . Carpio, North Dakota Major -Chemistry. Minor—Math Aristotelian, 3, 4; Norse Club, 1, 2; Mission Society, 1, 2, 3, 4; Choir, 2; Football, 3. Eunice Erickson.............................Minneapolis Major—English. Minor—Biology Hendricks (Minnesota) High School; Choir, 1. 2, 3, 4; W. S. (� . A., I, 2, 3. 4, Treasurer. 2; Noise Club, 1. 2; 3. 4, Secretary, 3; W. A. A., 4; Mission Society, I, 2. Irene Haoen.................................Minneapolis Major—Biology. Minor—English Choir, 1, 2, 3, 4; W. A. A.. 2, 3. 4, Assistant Director, 4; Aris- totelian Society, 3. 4. Secretary, 4; Junior Class Social Director; Senior Class Social Director; I.. S. A., I, 2, 3, 4; French Club, 3, 4. Ri;i� en Gjerde ..... Minneapolis Major—Biology. Minor—Social Science Sisseton (South Dakota) High School; Norse Cluh, 1, 2, 3, 4. President, 2; Aristotelian Society, 4. Anders Hanson .... Hankow, China Majors—History, English. Minor—Philosophy American School. Kikungshan, Honan, China; I.other Junior Col- lege, Wahuo, Nebraska. Glen Glesne . . . Underwood, Minnesota Major -Biology. Minors—Chemistry, History Mattie I.akc (Minnesota) High School, 1931; State Teachers Col- lege, Moorhead, Minnesota, 1933; Choir, 2; Choral Club, 3. Finn Hansen .... Waupaca, Wisconsin Major—History. Minor—Biology Waupaca High School: St. Olaf College: University of Minnesota; Northwestern Theological Seminary, M.D., 1939. 27 Harold Haucland . . . Hazel Run, Minnesota Major—History. Minors—Social Science, Physical Education Lutheran Normal School, Madison, Minnesota; St. ('l«m l State Teachers College, 1930; I. R. C.. 2, 3, 1; Hand, 3, 4; Norse Club, 3; Debate, 3, 4; Football, 3; President of Student Society, 4; Student Placement Director, 3, 4. Arthur Knudson . . . Minot, North Dakota Major—liiology. Minor—Social Science Minot High School, 1932: Minot State Teachers College, 1933-35; Choir, 3, 4, Vice President, 4; Augsburg Quartette, 3, 4; Norse Club, 4, Treasurer 4: Aristotelian Society. 3, 4, President, 4; Student Director of Music, 4. Chester Hohf.rc.....................................Minneapolis Major—liiology. Minors—History, Social Science, Physical Education South High School, Minneapolis; Mainline University, 1 ‘ 35; bas- ketball, I, 2, 3, 4; baseball. I. 2. 3. 4; Football, I, 2, 3, 4; Track Coach, 3, 4; Augsburgian Si orts Fditor. 4; Echo Si rts F.ditor, 3, 4; Student Director Publicity, 4; A” Club; Intramural Staff, 3, 4; Press Club, 3. 4. Incole Kkonstad .... Esthervillc, Iowa Major- •History. Minor—English Waldorf Academy, Forest City. Iowa, 1931; Waldorf College, I' 33; Iowa State Teacher� College, Cedar Falls, Iowa, 1937. 193� ; Choir, 4;‘Norse Club, 4; Music Club, 4; Park Board Basketball, 4; Tennis Orach, 4. Donald Holm .... Red Top, Minnesota Major—Chemistry, Minor -Mathematics Isle High School, I‘ 35; English Club, I, 2; Echo, 1, 2, Circula- tion Manager, 2: Aristotelian, 2, 3, 4; Augsburgian Business Manager, 4; Football, 1, 2, I. Leonard Larson...............................Minneapolis Major—Chemistry. Minors—History, Music Montevideo High School; MacPhnil School «if Music, 1937-1939; Minneapolis College, 1938, 1939; North Dakota State University Extension, 1939; Oratory. Tiiea Horne .... Mora, Minnesota Major—English. Minors—liiology, Music Mora High School, 1933; Lutheran Bible Institute, Minnca|X lis, 1934: Bethel (unior College, 1 35: Choral Club. 2. 3, 4, Secretary, 4; Music Club. 3, 4; Norse Club 2, 3, 4; W. A. A., 2, 3, 4; English ('lui� , 2, 3, 4. Jonathan Lindkll .... Minneapolis Major—History. Minors—English, Philosophy American School, Kikungshan, China; University of Minnesota. Olap Johnson .... Willmar, Minnesota Major—Mathematics. Minors -Social Science, Physical Education West High School, Minneapolis; West Central School of Agri- culture, Moriis, Minnesota: Press Club. 3, 4, Corresponding Sec- retary, 4; Writers’ Club, 4; French Club: I. R. C.; Football, 3, 4. Marion Lund ..... Minneapolis Major—Mathematics. Minors liiology, Social Science South High School. Minneapolis, I‘ 35; Round Table. 1. 2, Pres- ident, I. 2; English Club, 4: Writers’ Club. 2, 3. 4; W. S. C. A. Vice President, 3; Choral Club. 2, 3; Aristotelian, I. I I ) 28 Harold Masted .... Newark, Illinois Major—English. Minors—History, Creek. Newark High School; Pleasant View Academy, 1935; Choral Club, 2, 3, 4, President, 4. Lillian Prbsti-ioldt . . . Madison, Minnesota Major—lii oh my. Minors—Social Science, History Lutheran Normal School, Madison. 1932; Appleton High School, 1935; Appleton Junior College, 1935-37; Hand, 3, 1; Aristotelian Society, 3, -1. Hoyt Messeker .... Chaska, Minnesota Major—Chemistry. Minors—Mathematics, Physical Education Jordan High School, 1934; West Point, 1936-37; basketball, J, 2, 3, 4. All Conference, 1936, Captain, 4: baseball, 1, 2, 3, 4, Co-laiptain, 3; Football, I, 2, 3: “A Club. Lester Rood..........................................Minneapolis AI a;or—Hiolog y. A tin or— Chemistry Kenyon High School, 1932; Athletic Trainer, 2, 3, 4; A Club. Bf.lma Mikkelson . . . Belgrade, Minnesota A ajors—Hiology, M nsic Belgrade High School, 1935; linglish Club, I, 2; French Club, 1, 2. 3, 4, Secretary, 3; Aristotelian Society, 2, 3, 4, Vice Presi- dent, 4. Alpred Sevic . . . Palermo, North Dakota Major—English. Minors -Philosophy, Religion Palermo High School, 1935; Mission Society, 1, 2, 3, 4; Norse Club, 1, 2, 3; I. R. 2, 3; Forensics Club, 1, 2. Vincent Mostrom . . . Hawley, Minnesota Major-—English. Minors—Social Science, Speech Hawley High School; Qmcordia Gil lege, Moorhead; Debate, 3, 4; Oratory, 4; liclio Staff. 3, 4, Fditor-in-chicf, 4; Writers’ Club, 3; I. R. C.. 3, 4. Luther Strom men . . Lamberton, Minnesota Major—English. Minors Philosophy. Creek Lincoln llijdt School, Seattle, Washington, 1934: Laml ertoit 'teachers Training Department, 1935; Choir, 2. 3, 4; FiKitball, 2; Augsburg Ouartette, 3, 4; Augsburg Octette, 3; Student Financial Secretary, 3. Gerald Person ..... Minneapolis Major—Chemistry. Minor—Hiology South High School, Minneapolis; basketball, I. 2. 3, 4: baseball, 2, 3, 4, Co-captain, 3; Aristotelian, 2, 3, 4; I. R. C.; French Club; Athletic Advisory board, 4; Intramural Staff, 3, 4. Wendell Tjon . . . Bottineau, North Dakota Major—Hi slot y. Minor—Hiology Bottineau High School. 1935; North Dakota State School of Forestry, 1935-37; Choir, 3, 4; Augsburg Octette, 3: band, 3, I; ('lass Speaker, 4. 29 Thora Torvick . . . Moose Lake, Minnesota Major—English. Minors—Social Science, Biology Moose Lake High School, 1935; Duluth State Teachers College; Music Club, -I; English Club, 3, 4; Norse Club, 2, 3, 4, Secretary, 3, Treasurer, 2; Mission Society, 2, 3, 4; W. A. A., 3, 4; W. S. G. A. Council; Choral Club, 2; Choir, 3, 4; Echo Stall. Palmer Wold . . Grand Forks, North Dakota Majors-—History, Biology. Minor—Social Science Lutheran Bible School, Grand Forks, 1935; I. R. C., 3, 4, Presi- dent, 3; Debate, 3, 4; Student Director of Forensics, 4; Oratory, 2. Gerald Benson . . . Lamberton, Minnesota Major—History. Minor—Biology Lamberton High School, 1932; Lamberton Teachers Training Department, 1933; 1. R. C., 4; Football, 2; Debate, 4; Track, 4. Lester Johnson .... Lonsdale, Minnesota Major—Biology. Minor—English Northficld High School, 1934; Choir, 1, 2, 3, 4, Vice President, 2, Treasurer, 4; Norse Club, 2; Sophomore Class President. Wf.kner Spiegel . . . Wausau, Wisconsin Major—History. Minor—German Wausau High School, 1930; Wayne University, 1932; Choral Club, 2; Augsburgian Staff, 2, 4; President of Junior Class; Valedictorian. SENIORS-1938 Paul Frykman .... Minneapolis Major—Religion. Minor—English Central High School, 1932; University of Minnesota, 1937; L. B. 1.; Choral Club, 3, 4; Male Chorus, 3; Mission Society; Echo Staff. Kirstine Hansen . Enumclaw, Washington Major—History. Minor—English Buckley, Washington, High School, 1929; Norse Club; Mission Society. Claude Millage .... Minneapolis Major—English. Minor—Biolog y Georce Nelson .... Minneapolis Majors—Chemistry, Biology South High School, Denver, Colorado, 1933; Aristotelian Society; 1937 Augsburgian Staff. Sheldon Nf.lson .... Grove City Major—Mathematics. Minor—Biology Grove City High School, 1934; Glendale Junior College, Glendale, California, 1934-35; St. Olaf College, 1936; Uni- versity of Minnesota, 1937. Donald Ronning . . . Spicer, Minnesota Major—English. Minor—History SENIORS-1939 Howard Forrest .• . . Mora, Minnesota Miajor—Chemistry. Minor—English Mora High School, 1929; South Dakota State School of Mines, 1930-31. Gordon Loren . . Forest Lake, Minnesota Major--His‘.ory. Minor—Religion Forest Lake High School, 1932; L. B. I., 1932-34; Uni- versity of Minnesota, 1935-36. Didrik Mydland .... Minneapolis Major—Greek.. Minors—Philosophy, Biology Norwegian High School, 1925; Bible Institute and Acad- emy, Minneapolis, 1931-35; University of Minnesota, 1938. Hans Sonstenc .... Minneapolis North Star Academy, Warren, Minnesota, 1934; North Star College, 1934-36; Debate, 3, 4. (Instance Stennes . Montevideo, Minnesota Major- -English. Minor—History Montevideo High School; Mankato State Teachers College; University of Minnesota; L. B. I. Neil Tancen .... Minneapolis Major—History. Minor—English Central High School, 1928; University of Minnesota, 1928-30. Vaclav Vojta .... Minneapolis Major—History. Minor—Social Sciences Zdolbunow, Russia, 1924; Manitoba College, Winnipeg, 1935; Northwestern Seminary, 1936. Joe Ylvisaker . . Stoughton, Wisconsin Major—History. Minor—Biology Stoughton High School; L. B. I.; Football, 1; Norse Club; 1. R. C. CLASS OF 1940 MARLYN ANDERSON HELEN ANDERSON ALICE BACKSTROM berneix BORSTAD MARGARET CHRISLOCK MARCY DITMANSON CARL EILERTSON ERNEST GJELTEN VENOY GLENDINNING IIAROLD GRINDAL DORIS HANSON CHESTER HEIKKINEN INEZ HINRICHS LUCIUS HEUSSER IRVING HOEL MELVIN HOLEY PHILIP HORNE RANDOLF IIUS VIC, GILBERT JENSEN MILDRED JOEL CHESTER JOHNSON RAYMOND JOHNSON JAMES JOHNSON VERNON JOHNSON OLIVER JONES JOHN KILDE ORVILLE KLEPPE AGATHE ELEVEN RUTH K.VEEN 32 EARL LANES EVELYN LOVAAS JOEL LUNDEEN MERTON LUNDQUIST SANFORD MICKELSON CLAYTON MOEN ARTHUR MOLVIK IRVIN NERDAHL ASTER NEVE ALICF. NORBY CLARICE NUNDAIIL ALBERT OLSON (JRANT OLSON LESLIE OLSON SOLVEKJ OLSON MILDRED OUDAL 33 CARL OVERVOLD HARRY PEDERSEN LAWRENCE QUANBECK PAUL RONNING INGVALD ROSSING LAWRENCE RYDQUIST MILDRED RYAN RALPH SLETTEN DALE STRIKER ROBERT PEARSON ERLING TUNGSETH CLAUDIA URNESS 34 I MELVIN PETERSON Top row: Bahrc, Nilscn, Gissclquist, Gronscih, Aadland, Carlson, K. Anderson Fourth row: Rasimisen, Havcrly, M. Quanbeck, C. Lovaas, Satcren, Wcltzin Third row: T. Nelson, Prymack, Krohn, Formo, J. Erickson Scconrl row: Hexem, Emerson, Erickson, Tinseth, Steoberg, Mjelve Bottom row: Rhodes, McKinny, Rowberg, Jacobson, M. Strommen SOPHOMORE CLASS THH Sophomore Class, numbering eighty-seven members, has become a very necessary part of Augsburg life. Various individuals have taken an active part in music through participation in the choirs and the band. Many are engaged in athletic activities, and still others are important cogs in the publication machine. From many states and from every walk of life these men and women have gathered in order to partake of the riches found at Augsburg, and to contribute something as well. 35 w Top row: Englund, V. Johnson, Lien, V. Xavier, Rasmussen Third row: A. Carlson, R. Hanson, I). Hinsverk, Overgaard, lljclmcland Second row: Willand, R. Johnson, Kissinger, Krinkc, G. Simonson Bottom row: E. Aunc, E. Olson, Soiseth, Helm. Gudim, V. Peterson Top row: S. Erickson, R. Simensen, Framstad, Borgen, G. Johnson, K. Carlson, R. Erickson Fourth row: Thorson, C. Thompson, F. Johnson, Jones, C. Carlson, C. Johnson Third row: L. Jacobson, Doran, Scgolson, Landsverk, Ensrud, Gjerde, H. Rowberg Second row: R. Quanbeck, Flugstad, S. Berg, J. Erickson, L. Nelson, V. Erickson Bottom row: Schroder, Brandt, E. Sydness, M. Nelson, T. Sydnes, Mortensen, F. Hanson 36 Top row: Bocning, Valvik, R. Peterson, Lundquist, A. Berg, Joliannason, R. Tollcfson, V. Knudson Fourth row: P. Hngerc, A. Ovcrvold, Sorenson, Lavik, Nygren, Henson, Rasmussen Third row: H. Anderson, R. Berg, I . Hanson, Sister Agnes Fronsdal, Bjornson, Pierce. K. Olson, Jlauge Second row: A. Jensen, Fridland, I.. Jensen, O. Ovcrvold, Hlikstad, Hoven, H. Olson Bottom row: H. Hanson, B. Olson, Swanberg, Bolsoe, Gronseth, Sorkness, G. Anderson, J. Jensen THE FRESHMAN CLASS THE largest class in the history of Augsburg, drew its members from every part of the United States. Along with the usual quota from the Mid- western states, a goodly number traveled to Augsburg from the Pacific and Atlantic coasts. The Freshmen have made an enviable record in both major and minor sports, with more women engaged in athletics than usual. Scholas- tically, the class of 1942 ranks very high, evidence of which is shown in sterling work turned out by the members in Journalism, Forensics, and Music. With the greater portion of this year’s Freshmen returning in the fall, a year of unprecedented expansion may be looked forward to next year. 37 Top row: R. Tollcfson, M. Johnson, M. I-Ingcrt, M. Erickson, Rose berg, Lundberg, C. Larson, Botten Fourth row: Forscll, Myking, C. Carlson, Wold, Staples, Fragodt, Kennedy Third row: Haga, Oudal, Reierson, Kngcscthcr, llcllcckson, Ilaaland, Rctrum Second row: F. Johnson, £. Paulson, Somerville, Schwartz, Ringstad, M. Krinkc, I alini Bottom row: Cross, 11. Toklc, Kuchnlc. E. Toklc, T. Knudson, IL Paulson, Douglas Top row: E. Lundeen, E. Strom, Odland, Erickson, Miller, Cuspersen, Fluvog, Mather Fourth row: D. Anderson, R. Pederson, Hendrickson, Ncmplc, K. Jacobson, Strand, Sandburg Third row: Borstad, E. Johnson, Eye, Hontpland, C. Johnson, E. Lancs, S. Aatlland, E. Anderson Second row: L. Olsen. E. Knudson, Carlsson, Skolncss, Fadum, Mohn, Quanbcck Bottom row: Bower, Sewell, Tweed, Hinsverk, T. Hanson, Kastner, Lancs, Bruss 38 Top row: Wold, Uobcrg, Sidney, Haugland Bottom row: Quantxrck, Albertson, Oudal, Gordon THE AUGSBURG STUDENT SOCIETY WITHOUT exception every student registered «it Augsburg is «1 member of The Student Society, the purpose of which is to promote and to regulate the all-student activities such as publications, social functions, religious activities, and the other departments of student life. In order to facilitate this work, directors are elected and are held responsible for the welfare of their respective departments. I Iaroi.d I Iaucland . Oliver Sidney ... . Roy (Jordon........ Mildred Oudal Ardell Albertson. . Arthur Knudson Lawrence Quanbeck Robert Chalmers Palmer Wold Chester IIobekc ....................... President Director of Religious Activities .......... Financial Secretary ....................... Secretary ................ Social Director .. .. . . Director of Music . Director of Publications Director of Athletics .. Director of Forensics Director of Publicity 39 Top row: Nash, M. Qunnbcck, Holm Bottom row: Mostroin, Svccggcn, L. Quanbeck BOARD OF PUBLICATIONS THE publications at Augsburg are under the jurisdiction of a board which exists for the purpose of maintaining their quality and integrity. They provide experience for those persons interested in journalism and arc also a means of relaying news to the student body. The official organs of the institu- tion mold and express student and faculty opinion, and are a means of literary and administrative outlet. The Board of Publications nominates candidates for the various offices, and is responsible for the efficient operation of the staffs. Lawrence Quanbeck . Prof. P. A. Sveeccen. . Lawrence Quanbeck. .. Donald Holm ........ Prof. Arthur Nash .. Vincent Mostrom..... Prof. Martin Quanbeck . Student Director of Publications Faculty Supervisor of Publications ....Editor-in-Chief, Augsburgian Business Manager, Augsburgian .. Faculty Adviser, Augsburgian ............Editor-in-Chicf, Echo .......... Faculty Adviser, Echo 40 Top row: Jacobvon, Mostrom, Mickclson, Person, Carlson, Wold Third row: Hoberg, Heinrichs, Dahlcn, Hagen, Mortensen Second row: Chapman, Formo, Prymack, Ditinanson Bottom row: Blikstad, Somerville, Stenberg, Horne. M. Quanbcck, Adviser THE ECHO THE Augsburg Echo, the school’s official newspaper, is published tri- weekly by a student staff. The Echo undertakes to present an accurate and many-sided picture of school life through its columns, which contain news, editorials, features, devotional articles, and write-ups on religious, music, forensic, and athletic activities. A medium for student expression, the Echo aims to foster school spirit, stimulate extra-curricular activity, and promote high scholastic standards. It also affords an opportunity for practical experience to students interested in journalism. Operated in conjunction with the journalism class, the paper is managed and produced by students. Officers on the 1938 staff were Vincent Mostrom, Marcy Ditmanson, Lester Dahlen and Ingvald Rossing. Serving on the 1939 staff are Marcy Ditmanson, Ralph Mortensen, Grant Olson, and Ingvald Rossing. 41 npHF. editorial staff of the 1939 Augsburgian has endeavored to create a more informal yearbook than those of previous years, and also to merge the various activities, so as to make fewer divisions within the book. Though this aim has not been realized in any marked degree, it is hoped that a few innovations have been instituted. As in former years, financial considerations have made any radical departure from the conventional make-up, impossible. The resignation of Werner Spiegel, who was originally slated to head the staff, caused the work to get off to a later start than usual. Copy contributions were made by Chester Hoberg, Vernon Blikstad, Marcy Ditmanson, and John Schultz. Jean Carlsson and Gerald Benson as- sisted in the make-up, and Luther Strommen aided in various phases of the work. LAW HI MCI-' QUA N HECK Editor-in-Chicf TT TPHOUT monetary sustenance, no pub- ’ lication could become a reality. It was the task of the business staff to procure suffi- cient funds for the engraving, photography, and printing of the 1939 Augsburgian. The ingathering of funds for the new dormitory proved to be an obstacle in the way of the advertising solicitors, but in spite of the loss of several established advertisers, the advertising revenue exceeded the amount raised by staffs of past years. The circulation campaign was con- ducted during the second semester, and more subscriptions were received than ever before, ample indication of an increased student body. Virgil Knudson aided the business manager in obtaining advertising, and Lawrence Gudme- stad took charge of the circulation campaign. DONALD HOLM Bu inc$� Manager 42 Top row: Nelson, Henson, Siroinmen, R. Jacobson, V. KiukIsoii Hotloin row: Hacks(ron), Carlsson, Gurimestad, Dixen, T. Hanson THE 1939 AUGSBURGIAN EDITORIAL STAFF Lawrence Quanbkck................... John Schultz ............... Lutiier Strom men............................ Gerald Henson ................. Jean Carlsson................................ Chester Hokerg ........................ H iitor-in-Chief ... Copy Editor Identification Make up Editor Mafic-tip Editor Sports Editor Donald Holm ... Virgil Knudson.. . Lawrence Gudmestad Sara Dixen........ Alice Hackstkom Fern Hanson I Richard Jacobson Theodore Nelson HUSINFSS STAFF ................................. Business Manager .............................. Advertising Manager .............................. Circulation Manager .............................. Senior Circulation ...................................junior Circulation Freshnutn-Sophomorc Circulation 43 Top row: Gisiclquist, Wcltzin, Mostrom, Eilertscrf, Person, Hocl, Mickclson Third row: Dniilcn, Ovcrvold, E. Johnson, Henson, Nelieekson, Erickson Second row: Rasmusen, Lancs, O. Johnson, Neve, Mortensen Houoni row: Wold, Chrislock, Ditinanson, Gudim, Anne, llaugland THE INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS CLUB THE International Relations Club, although a comparatively young organ- ization, is one of the more active societies on campus. As stated in the constitution, it was “formed for the purpose of awakening an interest in and promoting discussion of national and international affairs among the students of Augsburg College and Seminary.” Its program includes lectures and forum discussions conducted by experts on national and international polity. Meetings are generally open to the public. A library of over seventy volumes, embracing the most recent and authori- tative works in the field, has been donated to the IRC by the Carnegie Foundation. New books arc added from year to year. Membership in the organization is restricted to students enrolled in history or social science courses. Although the roster is not very large, the IRC has tried to meet the need for a broadened understanding and appreciation of the problems converging on the screen of national and international relations. 44 Top row: Hanland, Jacobson, Rhodes, Ronning, Erickson, K. Carlson Third row: Holm, Lund, Kvecn, Lovaas, Gjerde Second row: Lancs, Prcstholdt, Aasen, Aunc, Mikkclson Bottom row: Fosse, Adviser, Knudson, Hagen, Horne, Nash, Adviser THE ARISTOTELIAN SOCIETY THE Aristotelian Society is the only organization at Augsburg devoted entirely to the field of natural science. Organized in 1931 this society has included advanced students in the fields of biology and chemistry who are interested in the field of physical science. Quoting from its constitution: “The purpose of this club shall be to unite those who have a common interest in scientific knowledge and experimenta- tion; so that they may develop their interest in the various branches of science and infuse some of that spirit throughout the college.” This year the society has been very active, including in its programs a series of prominent lecturers who spoke on topics pertaining to their respective fields of work. Membership is limited to science students who have had at least one year of science, have maintained a “B” average in that subject, and are recom- mended by Professor Fosse or Doctor Nash, advisors. 45 Top row: Wcltzin, Mostrom, Eilcrtson, Strom Second row: Henson, Snnsteng, Horne, Neve, Holey Bottom row: Heikkinen, Haugland, Wold, Nelson DEBATE INTEREST in forensics rose to a new high during the past season, showing an increase in both the number of debaters and the number of debates. Every participant was given an opportunity to take part in several debates, and a large group competed in decision debates during the season. The proposition for the year was: “Resolved that the Federal government cease to use public funds for the purpose of stimulating industry.” Under the guidance of John Acker, the squad participated in tournaments at Moorhead, Min- nesota, St. Thomas College in St. Paul, and a tournament at Winfield, Kansas. The prospects for next season are promising, and should make it possible for many more men and women to profit from the enriching experiences of forensic competition. 46 Top row: Grindal, Lavik, Wclizin, Brandt, I- Olson, A. Olson, Striker, Valvik, Dyrud, J. Haaland Fourth row: Mortensen, 1 Iinrichs, Ditmanson, M. Anderson, M. Molvik, Torvik, Gjerde, R. Aunc, C. Lovaas Third row: L. I.uthard, Encmark, R. Erickson, Havcrly, Rasmusen, Skolncss, Emerson Second row: D. Hanson, E. Knudson, Tinsedi, Glcndinning, F. Bnrstad, Miss Mortensen, E. Sydness, T. Sydnes, Aasen Bottom row: Douglas, Lalim, Stenberg, Horne, Ryan, Gudim, E. Olson, Willand THE MISSION SOCIETY ONE of the oldest organizations at Augsburg is the Mission Society, which celebrated its fifty-second anniversary this year. Founded for the purpose of promoting interest in missions, the group has maintained an unswerving path in its meetings and in its work. Meetings at which the message is brought by a student, a minister, or a missionary home on furlough are held every week. The climax of the year comes every spring when the annual Mission Festival is sponsored by the Mission Society. The Festival consists of exhibits, prominent speakers, and pictures from the various mission fields are shown. The proceeds from this event arc used, together with contributions from the members, to support a native worker in Madagascar. Tract work, meetings at the Gateway Mission, and house visiting make up the work of the society during the school year. 47 Top row: Holey, Rasimisen, Landsverk, T. Horne, Kronstad Second row: Torvik, R. Aunc, R. Erickson. Luvik, I Horne. E. Erickson Bottom row: Rnwbcrg, S. Erickson. Kjclaas, Adviser, Valvik, Grindnl THE NORSE CLUB BECAUSE of Augsburg's heritage, Norse culture is of social interest and significance. One of the means of perpetuating this tradition is the Norse club. Norse art, literature, and music are among the subjects discussed at the meetings, and dramatic presentations in Norwegian arc also featured. Membership in the club is open to all persons interested in Norway and her people, and especially to students in the Norwegian classes of Miss Kjellaas, who serves as advisor to the group. 48 Top row: Hagen. Rydqimt, Person, L. Jones, Thompson, Joel Second row: Mikkclson, Luthard, Gjerde, E. Olson, Oudal, Ixincs, E. Erickson Bottom row: Ditmanson, O. Johnson, Norby, Ji. I jvaas, Mortensen, '1'hostcnson LE CERCLE FRANCAIS LE CERCLE FRANCAIS is composed of those students who are studying or who have studied French. The club aims to arouse and to further interest in French language and literature, and all the meetings are designed to carry out this end. The members must speak French at all the meetings, and the programs usually include a humorous play, music by French com- posers, and an anecdote, also in French. Mrs. Lindemann, head of the French department, is advisor to the group, and under her leadership the club has become one of the most energetic on the campus. The most important meeting of the year is the annual Christmas party, at which all the fine old customs are observed. 49 Top row: M. Oudal, Stcnbcrg, R. Aunc, Encmark, Backstroiu Third row: Gjcrdc, Horne, Emberson, Emerson Second row: E. Aunc, Nundnhl, Klcvcn, Ryan, Albertson Bottom row: Lund, Torvik, Kveen, M. Quanbcck, Dixen THE ENGLISH CLUB THE attainment of a deeper student appreciation and enjoyment of litera- ture lias resulted from the organization of the English Club. Contemporary poetry and prose, with all its problems for critical thinkers, has occupied much of the time of the members of this society. A fusion of the Round Tablp with the English Club in 1938, has brought about a rejuvenation of the society, both from the standpoint of increased membership and general interest. Membership in the English Club is limited to students with a “B” average, who obtain recommendations from an English instructor. Cultural literary activity has offered the students enjoyment which should prove to be accumulative. 50 Top row: M. Strommcn, (Jissclquist, A. Berg, Rasmussen, Mocn, Torvik Second row: T. Horne, S. Olson, Tinseth, Kronstad, l-cinc$, KHudson Bottom row: Douglas, E. Johnson, Brandt, B. Horst ad, Clcndinning, A line THE MUSIC CLUB npHli MUSIC CLUB, in its effort to acquaint Augsburg students with great music, fills a definite need. To those who have always appreciated music, this organization has been a means of approach to its deeper beauties. A weekly music appreciation hour sponsored by this club has been a source of pleasure and inspiration. The strains of Beethoven, Wagner, Tschai- kowski, and the other immortals, as they became more familiar, furnished us with a new insight into the prismatic possibilities of the esthetics. 51 Top row: Sicnbcrg, Erickson, Johnson, Dixen, Lund Second row: Willand, Chrislock, M. Nelson, Hanson, Oudal Bottom row: Elstcr, Hinrichs, Encmark. Ryan, Lundeen WRITERS’ CLUB T TNIQUE among organizations at Augsburg is the Writers’ Club, which vJ exists for the purpose of fostering creative writing in our midst. Member- ship is limited to those who show an inclination towards writing, and who wish to gain experience in original composition. The regular meetings are given up to the reading and criticism of articles written by the members. Essays, poems, and short stories arc submitted at these meetings and are later selected, according to excellence, for publication in the Dial. The Dial, a literary magazine, is published every spring by the club. The 1939 Dial was edited by LeRoy Elster, with Sara Dixen as business manager. 52 Top row: Willand, Bjomson, F.mbcrson, A. Johnson Second row: F. Borstad, li. Sydness, Ryan, Sommcrvillc Bottom row: Berg, Hncmark, Miss Morlcnscn, Kvecn W. S. G. A. THE Woman’s Self Government Association is dedicated to two principles, namely: to maintain high standards of Christian conduct and to promote unity and fellowship among the women. These principles govern the religious, business, and social affairs of the organization. Membership in the W. S. G. A. is open to every woman student at Augsburg. In addition to the four executive officers there are several committees responsible for the association’s activities. The social director makes arrangements for the informal gatherings held during the year. The Big Sister committee assigns an upper class member to every new woman student, and the Religious Activities committee is respon- sible for the weekly prayer meetings and the Candle Light Service conducted each fall. Miss Mortensen, dean of women, is faculty advisor for the group. 53 Top row: Torvik, C. Lovaas, Hagen, E. Lovaas. R. Aunc, Encmark, Rnsimiscn Fourth row: Eye, E. Erickson, Moen, Hexum, Emerson. C. Johnson, Ilomplnnd, Willand Third row: E. Olson, H. Lancs, Fadum, P. E. Olson, Doran, Albertson, F. Hanson Second row: H. Hanson, Hellcckson, ttrms, Kloven, Home, M. Qnanbeck Bottom row: Oudal, Hinrichs, A. Johnson. Col lings (advisor), D. Hanson, U. Johnson, Gudim W. A. A. THE Women’s Athletic Association was created for the purpose of supplying the women of Augsburg with recreational activity. Membership in the organization is open to every woman who has earned 100 points in any of the sports sponsored by the Association. Members failing to participate in sports for two consecutive quarters automatically lose their membership. Readmittancc may be obtained upon once more earning 100 points. A gold pin is awarded those women who have earned 500 points. The letter “A” is awarded to those having earned 1000 points. Sports in which points may be acquired arc: Diamondball, handball, volleyball, tennis, soccer, badminton, golf, skating, hiking, skiing, basketball, and tobogganing. The W. A. A. is a member of the Minnesota Association of Minnesota Women, and several delegates arc sent to the intramural convention. Under the direction of Miss Aliys Codings the W. A. A. has vastly increased its scope this year. 54 To]� row: Buhrc, Tlwrson, M. Nelson, Mickclson, Paul , Thir l row: Schmil, Hcllcckson, Nenkihf, Hoberjj, Nesvijf Second row: Man land, Nash, Mcsscrcr, Chapman, Rood Bottom row: Dahlcn, Person, Gronseth, Dnhla er, Gordon THE“A”CLUB THOUGH a comparatively new organization, the “A” Club has become an important part of the athletic and social life at Augsburg. The membership is restricted to those men who have won an athletic letter in some sport during their college career. The “A,! winners who are still undergraduates make up the nuclei of the organization, but the graduate members are kept in touch with the school by a corresponding secretary. In the past year the athletes have sponsored several entertainments and an All-Nation basketball game, between the Norwe- gians and Swedes. This group made up entirely of men interested and proficient in athletics does much to maintain the high ideals of Augsburg sportsmanship. 55 OLD MAIN HENRY P. OPSETH Director of Music THE AUGSBURG COLLEGE CHOIR THF. seasons 1937-1938 and 1938-1939 were highly successful for the Augs- burg College Choir. A tour to Winnipeg, Canada, through eastern North Dakota and western and northern Minnesota culminated the choir’s activity for 1937-1938. A feature concert for that year was held at Central Lutheran Church of Minneapolis as a Benefit Concert for the Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial Hall. A large audience turned out and brought considerable money to the dormi- tory's building fund. This venture was sponsored by the Central Committee of Luther Leagues in the Lutheran Free Churches of Minnea|H)lis and St. Paul. The same benefit concert was later repeated at the Norwegian Memorial Church of Minneapolis, anil sponsored by the local congregation. Another new territory was visited the following year, in the spring of 1939. The annual tour brought the choristers east of Chicago into Indiana and Michigan. The city farthest east that was visited was Detroit. Enroute the choir sang in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, and then in Indiana and Michigan. Dr. Bernhard Christensen, Augsburg’s new president, accompanied the choir on this last tour as speaker. Many people along the way were happy for this combination of sjxraker and choir for the concerts. Radio broadcasts were continued over many stations and networks during these two years. In Canada the choristers sang over a Canadian National hookup. They broadcast programs also over an NBC network from Chicago, and over NBC and CBS stations in Minneapolis and Fargo. Many high school programs also were pre- sented, both while the choir was on tour and in Minneapolis. In all its work and concert programs the choir has for its purpose the most artistic pre- sentation of the Gospel put to music. Its pro- gram is a sacred one with a sacred purpose. Music critics continue to provide an accumu- lating and eloquent praise of the choir’s dyna- mic director. But Professor Opseth continues to emphasize that there is “much room at the top.” Choir members have also set up a goal of perfection. It has been expressed in one of their mottos: Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily As to the Lord, and not unto men.” ABNER BATALDEN Manager AUGSBURG COLLEGE CHOIR OFFICERS OF THE CHOIR Lawrence Gudmestad Arthur Knudson Beknbi.l Borstad .... Lester Johnson Richard Jacobson PERSONNEL First Sopranos Aadland, Sigfrid Borstad, Bcrncll Borstad, Florence I Iclm. Helen Johnson, Adelaide Olson, Elaine Olson, Solveig Tmsctli, Jonette First Altos Anderson, Hazel Erickson, Eunice Ilagen. Irene Johnson, F.!dora Oudal, Mildred Schroder, Inga First Tenors Knudson, Arthur Kronstad, Ingolf Mocn, Clayton Tjon, Wendell Second Tenors Chalmers, Robert Gudmestad, Lawrence Rasmussen, Lawrence Rydquist, Lawrence First Fusses Jacobson, Richard Johnson, Curds Strommen, Luther Tungseth, Erling Second Sopranos Anne, Ruth Glcndinning, Venoy Kveen, Ruth Ntindnhl, Clarice .President Vice-President .........Secretary ---- Treasurer .... Librarian Skolncss, Marjorie Stcnlscrg, Synnove '1 orvick. Thora Tweed, Mildred Second Altos Emberson, Thelma I.ovaas, Evelyn Mclhus, Muriel Olson, Evelyn Sydness, Esther Ur ness, Claudia Second Fusses Aadland, Arthur Gissclquist, Clement Johnson, Lester Olson, Grant Quanbcck, Russell Sorenson, Harry 59 Top row: Wcltzin. Walck, I.undlxTj� , Masted, Sandberg, A. Berg, Striker Fourth row: Htvik, I). I lensen, Cltcmcn, B. Olson, Wold, Brandt Third row: Hines, Kustner. T. Hanson, l-'ad urn, Hlikstad. K. Knudson, I.. Olson Second row: Emerson, Knsrud. Kolsctli. Scgolson. It. Hanson, Brass Bottom row: K. A one, l.alini, Kvirson. Myrvik (director), K. Anderson, Horne, Chrislock THE CHORAL CLUB IN the three years since its founding, the Choral Club has proved its worth as a musical organization. Original’y formed to accommodate the increas- ing number of students interested in a cappella singing, the group has become an integral part of Augsburg’s music department. Under the direction of Norman Myrvik, the choir has made many appearances in the Twin Cities. For the first time the choir went on tour, giving concerts in various towns in southern Minnesota. The Choral Club provides valuable experience and training for those who take part in its work, and enables more students to come into contact with the great choral music of the ages. The success of the Choral Club may be attributed to the fact that to many persons, participation in the College Choir is impossible because of the prohibitive amount of time required. The Choral Club is destined to become an important part of the music curriculum at Augsburg. 60 Top row: M. Strommcn, (). Hendrickson, C. Carlson, E. Lundeen, C. Hendrickson, M. Nelson, Myrvik (director) Second row: II. Hanson, Prcstholdt, Wold, Ilclland, Rydquist, Kolscth, Brandt Bottom row: Retrum, H. Olson, Gronseth, Tjon, Krinkc, Lund berg, Sandberg THE BAND THE Augsburg Band, the most youthful of the musical organizations, has grown rapidly during the past season. It is true that there have been bands in previous years, but in its present form it has existed for only two years. Though laboring under the handicap of lack of music and instruments, the group proved to be invaluable at the basketball games and other athletic events. In the past season the band acquired some new music, and a concert was given by them to raise money for the purchase of more much needed materials. Under the direction of Norman Myrvik, the Band has provided instrumental experience for those who desire it instead of, or in addition to, the choral work. Along with the growing enrollment, a greater band is expected, and should aid in spreading Augsburg’s fame as a music center. 61 62 63 THE PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM LONG with the intramural program, intercollegiate competition in foot- ball will be resumed at Augsburg College next fall. A recommendation to that effect, drawn by the Athletic Committee and approved by the faculty, was given sanction by the Augsburg Hoard of Trustees at its annual meeting held last April 13. Augsburg’s decision to resume intercollegiate competition in football proposes to balance the physical education program. In keeping with the recent trends in physical education, Augsburg will continue, however, to emphasize strongly her present program of “Athletics and physical activity for every student.” The re-introduction of intercollegiate football as an integral part of Augs- burg’s physical education program has been anticipated for some time. Though a fully accredited minor in physical education based on present broad program of intramural athletics, physical activities, and recreation has been possible, intercollegiate competition in football can now be included as a necessary part of that training. Inter-collegiate competition in basketball and baseball, with minor emphasis on track, tennis and golf, will also be maintained. The services of Dan Elmer, graduate of the University of Minnesota, have been obtained, and it is hoped that a strong football squad can be built by him. The spring training sessions this year revealed that Mr. Elmer is primarily a believer in football fundamentals, and hence students who aim at coaching positions will have the necessary training and playing experience. Tup row: Swanson (coach). Gordon, Pautz (manager), Bahre, Raymond (trainer) Second row: Messerer, Schmidt, Th � ni| $on, Person, Chapman Bottom row: Dahlajjcr, Hober , N'clson (captain), Ncrdahl, Lundc BASKETBALL, 1937-1938 PROSPECTS looked promising for the 1937-1938 season. Coach Cully Swan- son was enjoying his second season at the Auggie helm. Ernie Anderson, all-state guard, was the only letterman missing. The returning lettermen were Captain Edor Nelson, K. Schmidt, Chapman, Person, Gordon, Dali lager, Hoberg, Messerer, and Nerdahl. Augsburg enjoyed a good season, the team finishing in a tie for third place with St. Marys. Starting the season poorly by losing three out of the first four conference games, Augsburg quickly regained winning form, and steadily climbed the conference ladder. Captain Nelson was picked on the second all-state team, with Messerer and Chapman garnering honorable honors. FINAL STANDINGS W L 10 2 Gustavus 10 2 8 4 Augsburg 7 5 St. Marys 7 5 Macalcstcr 5 7 St. Thomas 3 9 St. Olaf . . 2 10 St. Johns 1 11 66 Top row: Pnur . (director), Swanson (conch), Person, 'I horscn, Nelson (trainer), llaiiglaiid (manager) Second row: (Jronseth, Anderson, Bahre, (Jordon, Dnhlagcr Bottom row: Chapman, Hellcckson, Messcrer (captain), Nerdahl, Hoberg BASKETBALL, 1938-1939 AUGSBURG started its 1938-1939 season with only Red Nelson and Ken Schmidt among the missing. Lettermen returning were Messcrer (cap- tain), Person, Chapman, Gordon, Dah lager, Hoberg, Nerdahl, and Bah re. The Auggies were doped to finish in the first division again this season, but due to injuries to numerous regulars and stalcness among the squad members, the team did not live up to expectations. Captain Messcrer attained to the second all-state team. The Auggies were playing with five seniors on the squad. They will all be missed greatly when the next season rolls around. 67 Top row: Holland, Lunchiuist, Mather, I.imlahl, M. Strommen Hottom row: Mykinji, Lasseson, M. Olson, Nyyrcn, Lancs (manager) FROSH HESE are the forgotten men of college athletics. They provide scrimmages -1- for the varsity, thereby readying them for the strenuous conference season. The Frosh were coached by Ken Schmidt, former Auggie varsity player. They played about twelve games during the season, winning more than half of them. Some of the men who will undoubtedly provide varsity material are P. Hclland, Mcrt Strommen, Mather, Myking, Lindahl, Lasseson, and Lund- quist. Warren Lundquist played part of the season on the varsity squad. 68 Top row: Ncsvig (coach), Kissinger, Krohn, Kronsiad Bottom row: L. Stmmmcn, Tungseth, Kraimtad MAROONS THE Maroons, who were originally organized under the guidance of Dick Pautz, and won the championship that year, boasted a strong squad again this year, as they wound up near the top of the Western Division of the Minneapolis Park Board League. The team this year was composed of all Juniors and Sophomores, and promises great possibilities for the future. The Maroons not only make it possible for those not interested in varsity hall to participate in the sport, but the team itself provides a valuable opportunity to gain the necessary experience for varsity basketball participation. 69 Top rmv: Glcsnc (coach), V. Johnvon, Rhodes, Carlson Bottom row: C. Thompson, R. Thompson, Benson, F. Johnson, Rowberj; WHITES THli Whites, coached by Glen Glcsnc have lost several heart-breaking games in the course of the basketball season, usually only by a few points. This team, led by Clayton Thompson, Jerry Benson, and McKinny, has made a very fine showing in the Minneapolis Park Board Basketball League. Sophomores compose the nucleus of the White’s team, and these boys should have a team with championship possibilities if they continue to play as they have. For those interested in both coaching and playing, but who are unable to play with the Augsburg squad, the Park Board teams offer the desired experience. Top row: 0. Johnson (conch), K. Jacobson, V. Kmidsoa, M. Johnson Bottom row: Movcn, Forscll, Johanncscn, Nygrcn VIKINGS f I ’HE Augsburg Vikings, a team composed of all freshmen who, because of - • lack of time or ability were unable to play on the regular Freshman squad, make their presence keenly felt in the Southwestern Minneapolis Park Board League. The team was coached by Olaf Johnson, a senior, and although they did not find themselves in the upper division in the win column, they received valuable experience in playing against stiff basketball competition. The Vikings turned in a surprising record for the first year, in spite of the fact that most of their games were played on foreign courts. 71 Top row: Chalmers, Person (conch), Messerer (coach), O. Johnson I tot toin row: Thomson, Denson. Strommen, Dahlcn, Kronstad SENIORS npHE Seniors captured the all-class basketball title this year. The round- robin schedule ended in a three-way tie between the Seniors, Juniors, and Sophs. The play-offs were won by the Seniors. Among the players who gave a good account of themselves were L. Strommen, Thompson, Dahlen, G. Benson, Kronstad, and O. Johnson. Varsity and Frosh team players are ineligible for play in this tournament. The tournament is played in Augsburg’s gym, thereby adding to the excite- ment of this event. 72 Top row: illiksUMl, L. Jensen, I!. Olson, Rhodes. Thompson, Lanes, V. Johnson Second io v: Nelson (trainer), McKinny, Formo, Groovctli, B.ihrc, Gordon, Carlson. Sorenson, Nyyjrcn, Tatilrc (coach) Bottom row: I Icllcckson, Krohn. Nesvij . I ahlay;cr, C.hahmrs. Ncrdalil, A. Jensen FOOTBALL, 1938 A 'I KAM composed of stars from the four intramural teams, namely the Golds, Blacks, Whites, and Maroons, proved to be too strong for the Macalester College “Ineligibles” in Augsburg’s Homecoming game last fall, as Augsburg won handily, 12-0. Under the coaching of ('lark Taubc, a University of Minnesota graduate, and captained by Lorrin Dahlager and Bob Chalmers, the Auggies outmaneuv- ered their opjx nents in practically every phase of the game. Continuing the excellent quality of the season's intramural play, Irvin Nerdahl, Roy Gordon, Lars Nesvig, Carl Krohn, Clayton Thompson, Maynard Bahre, and Red Rhodes all turned in valuable services during this game. The picked squad had only one week in which to prepare for its game with the Macalester Bombers. Coach Clark Taubc was assisted by Kenny Schmidt, an Augsburg graduate, and by Ace Hoberg of the Whites, Hoyt Messerer of the Championship Golds, Henry Chapman of the Maroons, anil Gerald Person of the Blacks. This game, besides giving the squad a taste of intercollegiate play, aroused in the student body an enthusiastic anticipation of next season’s contests. 73 Top row: Paul ., Swanson (coach), Nelson, Rhodes, Thompson, Raymond (manager) Second row: Bah re, Hobefg, Mcsscrcr, Wolden, Gordon Bottom row: Dali lager, Gronseth, Dahlcn, Person, llcllcckson BASEBALL, 1938 THE Augsburg baseball team started to climb out of the cellar positions which Augsburg teams have occupied the past years by finishing in sixth place. The team was co-captained by Person and Messerer. The mound staff was composed of Gronseth, Ace Hoberg, and Red Nelson. Red Nelson and Oudal shared the catching duties. Dahlcn, Person, Messerer, and Helleckson cavorted in the infield positions. The outfielders were Gordon, Oudal, Wolden, and Dahlager. The Highlight of the season was the Auggic victory over St. Marys by the score of 5 to 2. 74 I Top row: Lancs (manager), Mcsscrcr, Person, Swanson (coach), Dnhlager, Gordon, G. Anderson, Miller, Sverdrup (mascot) Bottom row: Mickclson, Hoberg, Hellcckson, Dahlcn, Gronseth, Botten BASEBALL, 1939 THE 1939 season got under way with eight lettermen from the 1938 season returning. George Anderson, who was ineligible last season also returned. Mickleson and Nesvig, both out of school a year, were back. The team was captained by Ace Hoberg. Mickleson, Hoberg, Anderson, and Gronseth com- prised the mound staff. Art Botten did the catching. In fielders were Person, Dahlen, Miller, Staples, Hellcckson, and Nesvig. Outfielders were Gordon, Thompson, Dahlager and Messerer. The team was coached for the third consecutive season by Cully Swanson. 75 Standing: Mcsscrcr, l.undlxrg, Fauskc (on board) Seated: Malde, Sandberg, Simonson, I loci In water: Lancs, McKinny, Ovcrvold SWIMMING FOR the first time in the history of Augsburg, swimming was included in the physical education program. This course was compulsory for Freshmen gym classes. The classes, held twice weekly, were instructed by Hoberg, Mes- sercr, Chapman, and Person. The classes were divided into three groups, non- swimmers, divers, and advanced students. Many Frosh learned to swim during the period in which this activity was offered. This sport will occupy a regular place on the physical education program at Augsburg hereafter. 76 Standing: ! lcusfcT, 1'rykman, K. Carlson, Johnson Kneeling: Kronstad (coach), C. Carlson TF.NNIS, 1939 FOR several years, competitive tennis was abandoned as an intercollegiate sport at Augsburg, but in 1939 it was again resumed. The tennis squad was composed of the following: George Johnson, Elmer Frykman, Ingolf Kronstad, Wesley Gullickson, Rob Christenson, and Lucius Hcusscr. The group engaged in several matches with State Conference schools, usually traveling with the baseball team. The team had its winter quarters in the Minneapolis Armory, its spring training being held at Riverside park. Aliys Collings assisted as coach in early season practice, but had to relinquish her time because of a crowded schedule. Kronstad served as coach for the remainder of the season. 77 Top row: l.icn (mimaKcr), Kissinger, C. Carbon, Cuspcrscn, Johamicscn, Hovcn Second r w: Mather, M. Anderson, Boating, Valvik, V. Johnson, Hoberg (coach) Bottom row: Hlikstad, Krohn, Formo, IJensen, A. Jensen, Henson Track, 1939 A UGSBURG started the track season with only three veterans returning. This is only the second year Augsburg has participated in intercollegiate track. The team had as its student coach Ace Hoberg; Boyd Lien, manager, assisted. The team competed in a few triangular meets, and gave the rest of the teams good competition in the conference meet. M. Anderson and L. Formo, half- milers, and Paul Fauske, dashman were the veterans returning. Frosh who made a creditable showing were Caspersen, 2-mile; Jenson, dashes; Bob Tollcfson, hurdles; and Valvik, high jumper. The squad was handicapped by lack of indoor work, but this was overcome when practice was resumed outside. It deserves much credit for bringing track back to Augsburg. 78 GIRLS’ BASKETBALL ONE of the many results of the increased enrollment is the large number of women who desire physical training as part of their education. One- way of providing this activity is through the establishment of a girls’ basketball team. Though the games were mostly intramural, the squad competed with a few outside teams. Miss Aliys Codings was in charge of the group, and she is formulating plans for an extensive athletic program for the women students next year. 79 Top row: Nydahl, Person, Gordon, Bahre Bottom row: Chalmers, Pautz, Melby, Nash ATHLETIC ADVISORY BOARD THE Athletic Advisory Hoard was recruited this year for the purpose of governing and supervising student athletic activities. Two faculty mem- bers, the athletic director, and representatives from each class make up the group, which considers problems relating to athletics. The board played a stellar role this year in connection with the impending return of inter-collegiate football at Augsburg. Director Pautz revived the Athletic Hoard of Control which had been non-existent for several years, and once more it shall be a guiding force in Augsburg athletics. 80 I Top row: Chapman, Hobcrg, Mc$scrcr, Chalmers Bottom row: Thompson, Person, Paul ., Bn lire, Rowberg INTRAMURAL STAFF THIS staff was organized under the direction of Director of Athletics R. F. Pautz. The men in this department taught gym classes, took care of equipment, help coach intramurals, and do the necessary work demanded by a program of such wide scope. The gym classes were taught by Messcrer, Hobcrg, Person, and Chapman, all of whom coached intramural football last fall. Chapman handled diamondball in the spring. Chalmers and Rowberg had charge of issuing the equipment. Bahre did the sign painting and poster work, while George Anderson, Thompson, and Borgen were on the clean-up squad. The men start in the department by doing odd jobs and later work up to a position of custodian of equipment or leaders of the gym groups. This department conducts games on the green and also stages various tournaments during the year. 81 CHEERLEADERS 82 Lloyd Jensen, Theodore Nelson, Harriet Hfi.leckson SVERDRUP-OFTEDAL MEMORIAL hall Erected by THE PAUL J. STEENBERG CONSTRUCTION COMPANY W1757 First National Bank Building Saint Paul, Minnesota 83 I.ate for class Senior Girls The Augsburg Quartette Letter from . .. . Sec-Si Herr Ermisch Tlte common herd Chums Eventually, why not now? Coeds Tarzans West Hall Reunion Dutch” ’Tis honest work Why Mabel! Old Folks Page Gustner The sunny-side of Morton Such appeal! Ground-breaking Another shoveller November 11, 1937 The New Going Study in perspective Still going Gone Bolnndcr digs in You ain’t lyin’ The Old Entrance ornaments Snow on tree Remember when? Out of place? Milly, Mick, and Marion My a Winter Scene Girls Badminton Champ Spring fever Relaxation Three of a kind Church History, or something First snowfall First prize Fern Raising a grade Earning a grade North Dakota landsca| c Old timers at it Spring Day Saw-mill workers Maybe Darwin was right Look, Girls! 1 Three Comrades Don’t forget to write Bataldcn at the helm “There are smiles—” Left holding the hag “Little Gus” What’s the joke? An evanescent scent Cramming Writers’ Club After class—joke by Haugen You guess Alumni Dinner Which is which? 1-ook out, Auggics! 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