Augsburg College - Augsburgian Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1942 volume:

EX LIBRIS 1942. AucjAJurtiCfA n PUBLISHED BY THE STUDENTS OF AUGSBURG COLLEGE SEMINARY TTtr Me+nosUal eMail Ai OT so spacious or beautiful, but a swell place to live — that’s the way we feel about our W campus. We have not tried to glamorize it in this l ook, nor have wc tried to picture our schoolmates as anything except what they are—average American students. We have just tried to present a pictorial record of the year that will mean something to you in the years to come. Before you page madly through the book to find your own picture, your best girl’s picture, your room- mate’s picture, and so forth, stop a minute and think about what has happened while we have been in college. When we first came here, like the young fellow across the page whom wc will see in various activities through the book, the world was in a fairly peaceful state. Now wc are engaged in a world war. In times like these we remember our homes more than ever before and wc dedicate our book....... QacuWf...................................AdnunUt+atiou ......................claiAAOom IceneA................ ca Hfi4U uMvdtesU.................................... 7 tealo fia U...............................................Se+Uosu . . . . 'It'udestclalAmeu................................ • Cla t aciioitie4. £ U4A uili L...................Musician ................. . . . SfiecJz U .... Athlete . . . . . Student U e............................................... CLASSES ORGflfll ZflTIOnS ACTIVITIES mwmmm Qua UccJteAA. a tcL ad fuui tuUoAA............. ..........jfUeudltf, capable, alaMupL uUlL+uj to help ud. uUllt qua pAo Uejud OA yoiu ui. i t qua juu................xe ulaA AutftfieA. HEN days arc trying, strong and capable leaders come forth to lead the destinies of a people. Augsburg is indeed fortunate to have in its beloved President, Dr. Bernhard Christensen, just such a leader. His is the task of leading this institution through the days ahead. To him the students of Augsburg are looking for a leadership which will help in the molding of the character that will stand in the face of storms. 10 I. S. ACKER Speech F A C « L T N. C. ANDERSON Christianity R. C. CARLSON Physical Education JOHN ACKER, easy going, congenial speech instructor and de- bate coach, is always ready and willing to offer his assistance to those who need help in speech. NORMAN C. ANDERSON is always occupied assisting students iron out their difficulties, both personal and scholastic. ROBERT CARLSON, the handsome football coach, has won in- numerable friends at school. Friendly “Bob” has a smile for everyone. K. BERNER DAHLEN, the new Dean of Men, has his difficul- ties with all the aspiring young men, but these problems arc always brought to a successful solution. DR. KARL ERMISCH, Dcr Herr Dokter, is remembered by his brisk gait and cheery hello. Every student in his classes is always kept on his toes for any eventuality. CARL FOSSE, the head of the Chemistry Department, is always quiet and reserved, but this brilliant friend of the student has proven a life saver to many. KRISTOPHER HAGEN’S lectures will not be forgotten even though the results of his examinations point otherwise. His dra- matic presentation excludes every dull moment. 11 K. B. DAHLEN English, Speech K. ERMISCH German, Thcolugv C. FOSSE Chemistry K. HAGEN Psychology Chemistry Lab Scene H. N. HENDRICKSON packs more historical facts into one hour than many could in two. In spite of the abundance of factual material, his line sense of humor causes rip- ples of laughter quite often. ANDREAS HELLAND. although retired from active teaching, is still very busy serving on the Board of Foreign Missions. DR. MELVIN HELLAND. a true scholar, has the reputation of con ducting very profitable classes. Stu dents try their best to fit into their schedule a course given by this in structor at least once during their college years. II. N. HENDRICKSON I listory, Latin DR. LAWRENCE JONES may lecture with terrific speed, but he takes off enough time telling stories to give the cramped fingers a rest. Everyone realizes the value of these notes because his examina tions arc no laughing matter. PHILIP KILDAHL, the philosopher, with his sharp, matter-of-fact presentation, brings forth the practical aspects of philosophy. MARIE KJELAAS believes in giving the student a speaking knowl- edge of Norse. Therefore, she often conducts part of her classes in the Mother tongue.” DR. BERNHARD KLEVEN doesn t waste any time with extra necus material in class. His friendly personality makes him a desired counselor. A. HELLAND Professor Emeritu' M. A. HELLAND Theology L. M. JONES Chemistry P KILDAHL Philosophy 12 M. L1EMOHN Piano I- LILLEHEI Greek, Theology M. KJELAAS B. J. KLEVEN Norwegian Social Science MARIE LIEMOHN, although only on campus part of the time, has won the confidence and respect of many aspiring pianists. L. LILLEHEI tries his best to bring about a positive reaction in the minds of the students toward the Greek language. You can’t help but learn Greek from Lillchci. J. S. MELBY, that grand old man and regular fellow whom all the students admire, uses his talents in the teaching of Religion Courses. MRS. MARION LINDEMANN, a hard task-mistress who is well versed in her subject, always conducts a class which is very meaningful. No one regrets the courses taken from her. GERDA MORTENSEN is kept busy with a great amount of responsibility; one wonders how she can accomplish it all. NORMAN MYRVIK, who graduated from Augsburg in ’38 has returned to take over the conductorship of the Choral Club. DR. ARTHUR NASH, head of the Biology Department, is a student in his own right and tries to inculcate into the students’ minds the same attitude toward the subject. 13 M. LINDEMANN French, Spanish G. MORTENSEN History X. MYRVIK Music A. NASI I Biology H.P. OPSF.TII B. OSTER C. PAULSON R. F. PAUTZ Music Physical Education English Physical Education HENRY P. OPSETH has achieved widespread praises tor his success with the Augsburg choir. Under that battered hat the lovable director carries an abundance of musical knowledge. BERTHA OSTER. a newcomer to the faculty, has distinguished herself as an energetic, spirited leader of the Women's Athletic Department. CARL PAULSON conducts himself in a quiet manner, but his teaching ability is excellent. R. F. PAUTZ, Athletic Director, has achieved almost unbeliex able success in building up Augsburg's athletic system. MARTIN QUANBECK, with his pleasant personality, has won a prominent place in student hearts. Education students have no alibis to offer if they have learned nothing. ANNE PEDERSON has the problem of teaching freshman com position, but under her capable instruction students obtain a sound basis for future work. MARGRETHE PETTERSEN’S nimble fingers cause many an awesome sigh from interested listeners. A. PEDERSON English M. PE1TERSON Piano L. SATEREN Music J. SKURDALSVOI.I� Music 14 LELAND SATEREN beats a stren- uous rhythm for the band and thus tries to bring out a finished organ- ization. His success with the band has been splendid. JENNIE SKURDALSVOLD, the quiet, almost shy-voiced teacher, is loved by all who know her. Ami- able and pleasant, she brings with her a sunny atmosphere wherever she goes. P. A. SVEEGGEN, searching out the truths in an end'ess study of literature, points out in a practical, concise manner, the greatness of the classics prescribed for study. English classroom scene GEORGE SOBERG doesn’t permit any foolishness in his classes, consequently students in math don't lack learning. His occasional jokes cause the rafters to tremble from the hursts of laughter. CARL SWANSON, quiet, sometimes absent-minded, is a man who combines a Master’s Degree in English with coaching basketball and baseball. AGNES TANGJERD has the privilege of being the custodian of recorded knowledge. Everyone is indebted to our helpful librarian. JOEL TORSTENSON presents in a scholarly and thought-provok ing manner the problems in social science. His classes are always well attended. P. A. SVEEGGEN English The administrative employees—they don't receive much praise, but they arc indispensa- ble in a college community. Theirs are the tasks of keeping records, caring for the cam- pus, and the many other necessary jobs. 1. A. R. Anderson, Janitor; 2. Isadora An- derson, Assistant Registrar; 3. Dagmar Dahl, Assistant to Treasurer; 4. Magda Hagen, Cook; 5. Peter Langscth, Janitor; 6. Ethel (lehuub the Sce+ieA. . . 16 Ingebrcdtscn, Secretary to President; 7. Sis- ter Hclga Larson, Nurse; 8. Evelyn Lee, Din- ing Hall; 9. Gust Nelson, Engineer; 10. Mil- dred Ryan, Counsellor; 11. Hans Sageng, Watchman; 12. Ragna Sverdrup, Treasurer; 13. Mrs. Torvik, House Mother; 14. Mrs. Wold, Cook; 15. Mrs. Elvera Springer, Dieti- tian and Instructor in Home Economics; 16. Rev. Olaf Rogne, Business Director. CLASSES Qua. ichooletioteA..the people toe iM exed with ut exajni., woxihipped with ut Qltapel, yelled with at all ball yajttei ..........frtiestcU we'U alwayl xeeneetibeA CONCORDIA SOCIETY Seated: Sober . Strand. Sevig. Steen. Erickson, Moen. Rasmussen, Grindal Standing: Kleppe, Tungseth, Dahlen, Gudmrttad, M. Strommen, L. Strommen. Kmtensen, Obon, Stendal Q uuiuaU Uf, 7U alo ficutA. I-ESTER DAHLEN HAROLD GRINDAI. DEPART e n i SI NY church body which looks toward the future, seeking to continue promoting the principles upon T'l which it was founded, must have a source of new leaders. These men must think in harmony with the greater church body and must be imbued with the desire to further the cause of Christ upon the earth. For this purpose Augsburg’s Theological Seminary was originated. To meet this need our school has obtained the services of several prominent theologians who daily in the lecture room shape the lives of those who will in the future serve the Lord in His vineyard. From a small beginning in Marshall, Wiscon- sin, the Theological Seminary has carried on faith- fully through the years, making a worthy contri- bution among the Lutheran Seminaries of our country. The theological course, which requires a three- year training period of intensive study for a de- gree, is designed to meet both the theoretical and practical needs of the future pastors. During the summer months each student is out in direct work in the Church; thus the students become ac- quainted with the problems which confront the minister of the Gospel. One organization which is exclusively desig- nated for the theological students is the Concordia Society. This organization is essentially the stu- dents’ society of the theological department, thus serving to unify that group as that title suggests. Meetings are held once at the beginning of each month at which time various speakers are called in to discuss topics of practical interest to those studying for the ministry. Opportunity is given for questions and discussion after each meeting in order that particular problems of the individuals may obtain a probable solution. LUTHER STROMMEN 21 LAWRENCE GUDMESTAD ALFRED SEVIG CLASS OFFICERS All Brr . Vice President; Margaret Carlstedt, Secretary; Harold Ahlberg, President; Florence Bom tad. Social Director; Paul Sonnack, Treasurer Gla i SIGFRID AADLANI), Minneapolis; Major, English; Minor, I-atin; Choir, 1, 2. 3, 3; W.S.G.A. Council, 3; Music Club, 3. HAROLD AHLBERG, Worthington, Minnesota; Major, English; Minor, Greek; Choral Club, I, I; Mission Society; Class President, 4. DOROTHY ANDERSON. Minneapolis; Major. Mathematics; Minor. Music; Choral Club, I; Choir, 3; W.A.A., 3. SIGFRID AADLANI) HAROLD AHLBERG DOROTHY ANDERSON ALI- BF.RG, I lillstviro. North Dakota; Major, English; Minor, Music: Choral Club, 2, 3, -I: Choir, 2: Echo, 2; Music Club, I, 2, 3, -I; Norse Club, 2, 3, -I: Hand, -I; Class Vice President, 4. VIOLA HOLSOE, Williston, North Dakota; Major, English: Minor, History: Spanish Club, -4. FLORENCE BORSTAD, Tioga. North Dakota: Major, English: Minor, Music: Choir, 1, 2. 3, 4; W.S.G.A. Council, 1: Music Club. 1, 2. 3, 4: Norse Club, 3, 4; Mission Society, 1, 2, 4; Student Director of Music, 4: Class Social Director, 4. ('HESTER BROOKS, Minneapolis: Major, History: Minor, So- cial Science: Football, 2,3,4; Track, 3; A Club, 3, 4: I.R.C., 4. MYRTLE BURMAN, Malmo, Minnesota: Major, English: Minor, Social Science; Band, 3, 4: Choral Club, 3. 4: I.R.C.. 3. 4. DONALD CARLSON. Minneapolis; Majors, Greek and English. MARY ANN EYE, Hanley Falls, Minnesota: Major, English: Minor. Physical Education: W.A.A., 1. 2. 3, 4: Echo, 2: Augs- burgian, 3; Student Social Director. 4. MAGDALENE GRONSETH, Minneapolis: Major, English: Minor, Social Science: Choral Club, 1,2: Choir. 4; Band, 3, 4: W.S.G.A. Council, 2, Student Society Secretary, 3: Class Social Director, 3. 8 E MAGDALENE GRONSETH MARY ANN EYE ALF BERG VIOLA BOI.SOE FLORENCE BORSTAD CHESTER BROOKS Who’s the gentleman, Mrs. Nash; THELMA HANSON. Clanwilliam, Manitoba; Major. English: Minor. History; Choral Club. 1. 2: I.R.C., I. 2, 3, 4. THELMA HANSON PHIL MELLAND IONE HAVERLY CHESTER HENDRICKSON IONE HAVERLY, Fergus Falls, Minnesota; Major, History; Minor. Social Science; Choral Club. 3. 4; W.S.G.A. Council. 4. PHIL HELLAND, Luverne. Minnesota; Major, Chemistry. Minor, Physical Education; Basketball. 1. 2. 3. 4; Student Athletic Director. 3; Aug'burgian, 3, 4; Band, I. 2: A” Club, 2. 3. 4; French Club. 3. 4; Football. 1. 4. CHESTER HENDRICKSON, Grove City. Minnesota; Major. Chemistry; Minor, Riology; Band, 1, 2. 3, 4. GLENN HOPLIN, Lowry, Minnesota; Majors, Chemistry and Biology: Aristotelians, 4. F.BBA JOHNSON, Aitkin, Minnesota; Majors, Biology ami English; Writer’s Club, 2, 3, 4; Aristotelians, 3, 4. EDNA KASTNER, Lambcrton, Minnesota; Major, English; Minors, History and Latin: Choral Club I. 2. JOHN KISSINGER, Minneapolis; Major, Biology; Minors, So- cial Science and Physical Education; Football. 1. 3, 4; A Club, 2, 3, 4; Financial Secretary, 4; Baseball Manager, 1 s e n 0 R 3 EBBA JOHNSON JOHN KISSINGER JL GLENN HOPLIN Senior Homecoming Queens I EDNA KASTNER DORIS KUEHNLE, Brockton, Montana; Major, English: Minor, Social Science; Echo, 2, 3. 3: Augsburgian, 3, 4; Mission Society, I. 2. 3: W.A.A., 3. MABEL LALIM, Tioga, N'orth Dakota; Major, English: Minor, History; Choral Club, I, 2, 3: Mission Society, I, 4; Norse Club, 4. HAZEL LANES. Granite Falls, Minnesota; Major, English: Minor, I-atin; Choral Club, 1: W.A.A., 1, 2, 3, 4; Mission Society, 1, 2, 3, 4; Religious Council, 3; W.S.G.A. Council, 3, 4. VERNE I.AVIK, Fairview, South Dakota; Major, Greek: Minor, Biology: Choral Club, 1; Norse Club, 1; German Club. 2: Mission Society, 1, 2 ,3, 4; Choir, 2, 3, 4. ELWOOD LUNDEEN, Lindslrom, Minnesota; Major, Social Science; Minor, Biology; Band, 1, 2: I.R.C., 3, 4; Echo. 3, 4: Football Manager, 3, 4; A Club, 3. 4. WARREN LUNDQUIST, Minneapolis; Major, Social Science; Minor, Phvsical Education: Basketball, I, 2. 3. 4: “A” Club. 2, 3, 4. HELEN MOHN, Ferndale, Washington; Major, English; Minor, Physical Education; W.A.A., 1, 2, 3, 4; Mission Society, I, 2. 3, 4: Religious Council, 3: Class Secretary, 3; W.S.G.A. Vice President. 3: President, 4. KENNETH OLSON, Minnca|K lis: Major, Chemistry: Minor, Biology: Choral Club. 4. What in the world is this: 5 E II 0 FI 8 DORIS KUEHNLE ELWOOD LUNDEEN MABEL LALIM WARREN LUNDQUIST HELEN MOHN KENNETH OLSON VERNE I.AVIK T.RI.INI . OLSON MURIEL QUANHECK MARJORIE SKOLNESS IULIA SLETTEN LOUIS SMITH I NE SOMERVILLF PAUL SONNACK HARRY SORENSON 3 E D 0 R 8 VERLINDA OLSON, Spies r. Minnesota: Maior, Mathematic : Minor, English: Choral Club. 2. 3: Aristotelian Society, I, 4. MURIEL yUANBF.CK, Minneapolis; Major, English: Minor. History; Press Club, I, 4; Choral Club. 2: W.A.A., I, 2, I, I: Echo. I. 2. 3, 4: Associate Editor, 4. MARJORIE SKOLNESS, Litchville, North Dakota; Maior, Eng- lish: Minor, Music; W.A.A., I, 2; Mission Society, I: W.S.G.A. Council, 2, 4; Choir, I. 2. j, 4. IULIA SLETTEN, Willmar, Minnesota: Major, Historv: Minor, Biology; I.R.C., 3. 4. LOUIS SMITH, Hendncks. Minnesota: Maior, Creek: Minor. English: Band, I. 2, 3, 4: German Club, 4. JAN'E SOMERVILLE. Minneapolis; M.i|or, English; Minors. Biology and Social Science: Echo. I. 2: W.S.G.A. Council, I Student Society, 2, 3, 4: Writer's Club, 4; W.A.A., 4. PAUL SONNACK. Marinette, Wisconsin; Maior. English and History; Minor, Greek: Choral Club, I; Student Society Musk Director, 3: Choir, 2. 3, 4; Class Treasurer, 4. HARRY SORENSON, Marinette, Wisconsin; Major. History; Minor, English: Chair, I. 2. 3. 4: Football, I. 2: A Club, 2. 3. 4. Senior splurge for Juniors DAGNY SORKNESS GILMA SORKNESS KVERALD STROM HELEN THOSTENSON DAGNY SORKNESS, Colax, Wisconsin; Major, Mathematics: Minors, English anti I-atin; Aristotelian Society, 3, 4; Mission Society, 3, 4. GILMA SORKNESS. Colfax, Wisconsin; Major, English; Minor, History; Norse Club, 3, 4: Mission Society, 3, 4: I.R.C., 4: Sivertsen Hall President, 4. EVERALD STROM, Fergus Falls, Minnesota; Major, English: Minors, Biology and History; Echo, 2, 3, 4; Editor, 2; Debate. 1, 2, 3, 4; Oratory, I, 3; Writer's Club, 2, 3, 4; President, 4; Augsburgian, 3, 4; Class President, 3; Director of Forensics, 3; Director of Public ty, 4. HELEN TOKLE, Brook Park, Minnesota; Major, English; Minor, Latin; W.S.G.A. Council, 4; Choral Club, 2, 3, 4; Vice President, 4; Norse Club, 3, 4; Echo, 3, 4; Oratory, 2; Mission Society, 4. MORRIS ULRING, Rotlisay, Minnesota; Major, English; Mi- nors, Greek and Natural Science. THOMAS VALVIK, Yonkers, New York; Major, Biology; Mi- nor, Mathematics; Mission Society, 1, 2, 3, 4; Norse Club, I, 2, 3; Aristotelian Society, 3, 4. NORMAN WOLD, Roseau, Minnesota; Major, History; Minor, English; Norse Club, 1; Choral Club. 1; Band, I. 2. 3, 4; Mission Society. I. 2, 3. 4; I RC., 4. THOMAS VALVIK NORMAN WOLD Commencement at Trinity 0 R HELEN TOKLE MORRIS ULRING CI.ASS OFFICERS Jim Baruch, President; Hazel Coleman. Social Director; Lute Orontelh, Vice President; Ruth Framstad. Secretary-Treasurer Although leading a more or less quiet life most of the year, the junior class did burst forth on different occasions with a deluge of activity. I he leaders of the class strove to maintain a spirit of unity in order to further the program of the year. Early in the second semester they were the guests of the seniors at a party which was to be the forerunner of the (unior Senior Banquet held April 24. After numerous ideas and plans as to the character of the J S had l cen aired, the leaders selected what they termed the best policy —which was. after all, a fine procedure. With this as the main headache, the juniors made the most of their smaller social gatherings later in the spring. I Playing prominent roles in school life, the juniors made conspicuous contributions to the year’s activity. The choir had several represen- tatives which added greatly to the finesse and quality to which the choir attained. Several journalists held positions of responsibility throughout the year—distinguishing themselves mainly through the excellent rating given to the Augsburg Echo. In the field of athletics the class made noticeable contributions. With these personages around school for another year we may justly feel that they will make their pres- ence felt to a greater degree next year. The forensic department was also strengthened greatly by participants of the class. Junior Basket Social CLASS OFFICERS Helene Thomeruon, social director; Andrew Cornell, president; Laville Hrnjum, secretary; Helen Amseth, vice president; David I .arson, treasurer SOPHOMORES I ryinc to keep some type of unity among a widely scattered group of people. Andrew Cor nell and his backer-uppers tried hard to pro- mote the activities of the sophomore class. This group, possibly more than any other, was hard to unite because of such a large proportion of off campus students, but under its splendid leadership the class rallied at times toward a definite goal. The primary purpose of the sophs at the be ginning of the year was to see to it that the frosh were properly orientated into college life. Having spent one whole year in a school of higher learning, the class felt duly qualified to R s| ill undertake this thankless task. Elaborate plans were made and some were brought to a suc- cessful conclusion through the efficient work- ings of the “sophomore gestapo. Unsuspecting as they were and fortified with their strong faith in man. the freshmen fell an easy prey to the smooth-working secret police. An under- current of discontent and reaction was detected when men’s shoes began to parade the halls pi- loted by the feminine gender. Furthermore when the male appearance became desecrated by girlish bobs and braids open rebellion was threatened. But this calamity was averted by a stroke of genius on the part of the resourceful Sweet Victory! What more could a fellow ask! Ml KIM l IM'I Hill IS� tl SON MR.OM sophomores who wisely invited the new inmates at Augsburg to an evening of fun. (This, by the way, was made possible through numerous contributions freshmen placed at the booth on the first floor of the Main.) At this party the down trodden frosh were given a new lease on life and the pursuit of happiness through the gracious consent of the high tribunal of the sophomore union. With the newcomers thus properly orientated the second year students relaxed from their labors by turning their tin divided attention to the works of Bryant; ele mentary experiments in chemical technique; mathematical “brain busters”; and what have you. Thus occupied, the time went by quickly until the so-called winter months of December and January brought renewed activities in the form of sleigh-rides and skating parties, i.c., if weather permitted. Spring caught the majority of the sophs in a state of hard work but as is the general rule they followed the axiom “put off ’til tomorrow what you don't have to do today.” Fortunately final examinations put an end to this scourge. Sophs puli ng the Frosh through their pates CLASS OFFICERS Andy Johnion, President; Grace Carlsen, Vice President; Vera Thorson, Secretary; Gu Torgriimon, Treasurer; Carol Tyvoll, Social Director This year was another big year for Augsburg, with the usual green frosh coming to take the place by storm. School life for them started with the drudgery of registration, followed by a week-end retreat to the Mission Farms at Medicine Lake. Here the frosh were told what to expect of the college life, and how to adjust them selves to it. The beginning of the actual school life came on Wednesday, September 24, when classes began. Soon the sopho mores began their usual initiation rites and “Button Frosh cries rang all around campus. The affair ended with a party, given by the sophs for the frosh, on Friday night in the gym. When the frosh really got into the swing of things, they began to take an active part in choir, band, choral club, language clubs, Echo and Augs- burgian staffs, freshman football and basketball, and debate. A Scribbler’s club, similar to the upper-classman’s Writer’s club, was organized for all interested freshmen. Another group organized a Singspiration, which takes place every Wednesday noon, and everyone was invited to come and sing. A freshman fellowship group, which would go to different churches and present programs, was also formed by interested freshmen. Under the leadership of the presi- dent, Andrew Johnson, a sleigh ride was planned. About one hundred freshmen went out to Medicine Lake; got wet and tired, but had a grand time. fellows! For many of the frosh this was the first time away from home. There were many new experiences out side those of just going away to school. It was a time for making new friends, meeting different people, learning how to adjust themselves to dorm life and learning to obey rules. Their social life, as well as academic work, was important to them. They all wanted to he popular and important, but naturally some were destined to be leaders, others followers. As a class they were interested in learning how to pre pare themselves both for their vocations and future social life. Other problems presented themselves to both the boys and girls; such as how to study, when to study, and how to get good marks. Many of them had never realized how hard those tests could be, but after one taste of them, the frosh began to study. It must be fun! Some were wise and began studying all their daily assignments, necessitating only a review before the tests — but others left it all for the night before the test, and then really had to cram everything. In the spring they had the annual frosh picnic, which was one of the last class functions. After that some of them were to go on and accept the respon- sibilities of becoming sophomores — which isn't such a big responsibility — and plan to finish their school- ing at Augsburg. Some will enter nurses’ training, some take a business course; others will enter law. medicine, the ministry, engineering, and many of the boys will probably go into service for their coun- try—either in the army, navy, or air corps. This year at Augsburg has been one of experience and learning lor every freshman, but was accompanied by many good times which they will never forget. Frosh footballers receive numerals mmmm PleoSaut ±ufXp.le fteut L to out ciadStoout activities.........0p xotkutiiieS jot both h+touUecLyc aud juu. .... jot uSe. oj out lautfuagoS a+td afbfxticatian oj out icieuceS irtuit NOV 6 r 8 PM t - A ■ um I AN A1YUIT AT .ML THAT I 11 M MET jj n i au ixrwiisn:5 v- j? n i w. isoukr: V :s TU T t NTUAN ELL ! AN • . . . A CLUB ppc l vrru Second the motion . . . so-- Ch«' 'n Seated: Krohn. Bhkstad. Eye, Steen. Standing: Strom, Carlsen, Borstad. Thorson. Kissinger, Nel- Althouch this year's student society meet ings have sometimes lacked organization, they certainly have not lacked interest or activity. The hoard of directors has done a good job in all its fields anil has spon sored some swell all-school functions, in- cluding the homecoming and honor ban- quets, winter sports day, skip day, fresh man week activities, and seasonal parties. Welcome innovations in the meetings were the pep fes:s and community sing mg led by Professor Opseth. It didn’t take our enthusiastic choir director very long to get some noise out of the student body and revive the school spirit which we were famous for a few years ago. BOARD OF DIRECTORS President Vcrn Hlikstad Secretary May Krohn Finance John Kissinger Religion la-land Steen Social Mary Ann Eye Music Florence Borstad Publicity Evera’d Strom Publication Oerald Thorson Forensics Carl Carlsen Athletic' Luvcrne Nelson GOVERIMflT Formal dinners, Big and Little Sister teas, candlelight services, rummage sales, support for missions — all activities of the Women’s Self-Government Association. This organization has as its purpose the promotion of a feeling of unity and friendship among the women students. It exists separate from the Student Soci- ety and has its own offices, its own pro- gram of activities, and its own meetings. At the candlelight recognition service in the fall — one of the most impressive sen- ices of the year — Mrs. Sverdrup gave a short talk and Helen Mohn inducted the new members into the organization. 'ITe Big Sister tea, during the first week of school, helped to orientate the freshman girls who later on sponsored a tea for their Big Sisters. W.S.G.A. OFFICERS President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Off-Campus Religious Social Helen Mohn Ruth Framstad Ruth Wcltzin Betty Brude Margaret Carlstcdt Helen Tok'e lone Havcrlv Candlelight recognition sen ice On lloor: Amundson, Lancs Seated: Skolncss, Fram- stad, Ilavcrly, Brude, Mohn, Toklc, Miss Mor- tensen Standing: Carlstcdt, Blom, Helgcrson, Sork- ness, Lovaas, Anderson, Tyvoll, Borst.nl, Oulil- seth, Wcltzin SOCIEM l iMt row: O cjrson, Tungvcth, Krueger, Strand, Miss Murtinn-n, L.incv. Fluvog, Ahlbcrg, Ulruig Second row: Wold, l-mk, Fraimud, Mohn, Lovaus, Rorstad, SorkneM, Havcrlv, Peterson, Olderr, KaPeug Third row: Oversold. Habberstad, Burman, Rlom. O’son, Huglcn, Anderson, Apland, Dunham, Rishovd s,lvss‘°nir Vaag« nrt Mission-minded students have been doing much this year to foster interest in the missions of the church. Every Sunday morning devotional meetings have been held with short mes- sages given either by students or guest speakers. The society has also sponsored fellowships for discussion of special phases of mission work. These monthly meetings have also included special speak ers and social hours. Members of the society have taken an active part in actual mission work — they have given programs at the city’s slum missions and have made it possible for one of our missionaries to continue his work in China. F.arly this spring we had our annual mission festival — another project of the mission society. The festival included representatives from other colleges and church groups and was an excellent ex ample of the work this group has been doing. 42 music CLUB The monthly meetings of the music club arc symphony concerts in themselves — most of the time is spent in listening to and interpreting the works of the mas- ters. The club aims to increase the appre- ciation of fine music and draws its members from all music students: band members, choir members, choral club members, or students in the music courses — all are eligible for membership. Needless to say. interest in this field is not hard to find on our campus. A special project of the club this year has been to increase the extent of their record library. However, their study is not limited to the records they own; they also include records from the public li braries of the city and from private col- lections. Another project in which the organiza- tion has a part is the annual spring music festival. Such an undertaking involves a great deal of preparation and planning — especially so because members of the music club arc also members of the vari- ous organizations which take part in the program. Seated: Borstad, Aunc Hagen, Rishovd, Odden Halverson, Olson, Mr Opseth Standing: Tyvoll, An Ireavsen, Thorson, Skol less, Amundson, Burnt cdt. Spnnack, Steen terg, Aadland, Havcrly )udal, Wee, Carlsen lenrickson. Henjum ndcrson Bash? Beethoven? Sounds good! F i � .uul: Dr. (olio, Somerville, I lcrnuinvlte, Coleman, Dr. Nash Standing: Murphy. Sorkne� , Ncbon. Iloplin. Fi c. Vulvik. CarlMolt. I riilliuul, OImiii, K.oim.m. I.mdbrck, Anderson. Hoxersten What' ,hc 0� � 1’ UlK- I hbke is prolxibly no group which holds as important a place in the commercial world today as do the scientists. Theirs is the task of supplying new processes tor the defense work of the government. Our science students at Augsburg are organ- ized into the Aristotelian Society — an organization to pro- mote interest in the field and supplement class activities with social gatherings. Look like Creek from here! 1 Seated: Tho tcnwn, Hug'cn, Strom, Mr. Svccggcn Standing: Blik-tad, Brude, Thorvon. Johnson. Rurnivcd:, l.mdhc-ck. SomerwIV UJ N T E R • S CLUB One teacher ot art has said, (lenius is made, not born. Well, the members of the Writer's Club surely hope this is an axiom founded on truth. To Ik- a master at creative writing is no small accomplishment. Therefore, the toil and sorrow a writer must experience are well rewarded if any work of value is brought forth. i A classic in the making Study in expression II IU ij GERdinn CLUB The presence of Henry Staub, a student from Germany, gave some extra punch to the meetings of the German Society this year. The group met every month at Sivcrtscn Hall and with Dr. Ermisch as adviser the meetings were naturally plen- ty lively. Usually they included some en- tertainment in the German language, some in the American, and then a social hour in the recreation room. Although the club was started only last year, it has already become one ol the largest in school, and rightly so. In times like these, when countries arc at war, it is very easy to forget the cultural and intellectual benefits which we have derived from countries other than our allies. It is the aim of the Augsburg Ger- man Society to retain our German-horn culture on a non-political basis and give students of the language a chance to practice it. Vance DeMong has been president of the club this year, and has been aided by foyce Gronscth, vice-president; Phyllis Bergschmidt, secretary; Oliver Dahl, treasurer; Irene Tinquist, social director; and Lillian Schrader, assistant social director. Seated: Peterson, (iron- seth, Arnseth, Dr. F.r- much, Tinquist, Berg- schmidt, DeMonjf, Aad- land Standing: Brryh, Kleven, Nelson, Riornstad, Nel- son, Thortfiard, Quant' me, Emerson, l.mdbcck. Pearson, Hoversten. Icn- sen. Smith, Erickson. Woyke, Thorson, Dahl. Bcrjjman, Ruud A little wider, Henry! It inTERnRTIOnRL RELHTianS Seated: Halverson, Brooks, I.mulctu, Gjenvik. Olson, Slcttcn, Tinquist, Skc|v� tud Standing: Gjenvik, Burman, Peterson, Sorkness. Rishovd, Swenson, Peterson, Straml, Chalgrcn. Wold, Blikstad, Lindbeck Of all the years, this year was a time when the International Relations Club had an abundance of subject matter to discuss. With all the conflicting opinions running rampant in the world and with all the varied forces opposing each other, this society spent many hours in fierce expression of ideas. Several authorities in various fields were secured as speakers during the course of the year’s program. These lee turcs were sources of enlightenment and stimulation to those who were privileged to attend. After each program the mem- bers conducted a discussion on the pros and cons of the particular problem. The club was headed by Benjamin Gjenvik. Lavonne Peterson was vice- president, and Julia Sletten was secretary- treasurer. Mr. Joel Torstenson is the ad- viser of the club. 47 Thai � where my grandfather lived HORSE CLUB With the country of its ancestors op- pressed by tyranny, the Norse club continues to function as an active organ ization here at Augsburg. By monthly meetings the members attempt to retain interest in the language of the land of their forefathers. Both afternoon and evening “kaffc slaberas were held during the year — these meetings included speci il speaker who stressed some phase of Norse cul ture, musical numbers, and group sing ing in the Norwegian language. During the holiday season Miss Kjel aas invited the members of the group out to her home for their annual Christmas party. They all pitched in to trim the tree and wound up with a big parly, includ ing plenty of games, a good program, and best of all — a tasty Norse lunch. The club meetings also offered a great deal of opportunity for practical use of the Norwegian language. The group hail a lot of fun producing a Norse play and a lot of work revising the Norse song sheets. They also sponsored the annual Sigvald Kvalc contest in Norwegian oratory. Scaled: Olson, Lalim, Berg, Miss Kjelaas, Thor- son, Ftuvog Standing: Borstad, Sork- ncss. Kasin, Gudim. Trclstad, Hcnrickson, llofrenning, Wee, John- son, Larson, Thorstcnson Christmas present for teacher . . . . FREnCH flno SPflniSH CLUB This year the French and Spanish Clubs effected a union—for several reasons. One was their sim- ilar interests, another was the fact that they have the same adviser, and a third reason was that Mr. Lindemann found it more easy to make coffee for the two groups at once. The club has been very active this year—early in the fall Mrs. Lindemann invited the group to her home for a Hallowe’en party. There weren’t many spooks in evidence, but it did sound as though there were some extra voices in the community sing! Members of the club presented a play in each language, and as the Spanish students were the audience for the French play and the French students were the audience for the Spanish play the presentations went over big—after all, it’s pretty hard to criticize something you can’t understand! You should have seen Don Holland as “Father Santa’’ in the French Christmas play! And you should have seen Mr. Lindemann fixing the stove at Morton Hall! He must have done a good job because, in his own words, the coffee was the best he has ever tasted. Seated: Opseth, Iluglcn, Amundson, Klevcn, Mrs. Lindemann, Martin, Cole- man, Larson, Haukencss Standing: Jensen, Pederson, Bolsoc, Gronseth, Anderson, Holland, Moline, Menden- hall, Thostenson, Holland, Andreassen, Weltzin On floor: Thorsirncon, Apland, Quammc, I..dim Seated: Miss Ostcr, Nichols, Coleman, Johnson, Lancs, Chaljjrcn, Andrca cn, M. Anderson Standing: yuanbcck, Nystucn, Somerville, Habbcrstad, Gudim. Estnrss Weltain, Hjornstad, Eye. Mohn, Olson, I . Anderson WOWS ATHLETIC ASSOCIATIO!) The W.A.A. is an organization to promote interest in women's athletics at Augsburg. This year, under the leadership of Miss Osier, the club has done a good job and has provided plenty of activity through tournaments and play periods. Awards are given on the basis of points earned. Five girls were awarded sweaters this year—Hazel Lanes, Mary Ann F.ye, Helen Mohn, Muriel Quanbeck, and lone Chalgrcn. Fact action in intcr-dorm tournament The “A Club aims to promote a feeling of brotherhood between athletes at Augsburg by bringing them together for social affairs as well as on the athletic field. This year the club has met at luncheons every other Thursday, and has spon- sored several all-school functions including “Sadie Hawkins Day, an all-school “splash party,” and a post-season basketball “Blood Battle between the Norwegians and the Swedes. First row: Anderson. Molten, Miller. Hclland, Lundeen, Pautz, Nelson, Gronseth, Lundquist, Sulzdorf, Noklebcrj; Second row: Carlsen, Carlson, Brooks, Olson, Sorenson. Ahlbom, Thompson, Halverson, Sampson, Erickson, Treleaven, Bartsch Third row: B'.ikstad. Hoven, Sedio, Held, Hoffman, Person, Lund, Kissinger, Marben, Martinson, Nelson, Parsons I ACTIVITIES 7 cdodd - lectio , ojj dchool Ufa .... the fiu Uicci tioetd, dpeaheAd, aetcL ttucdccia+td that e+UedtaietecL ud ... . the teaend cue cheedecL fad . . . the fxadtied cue attended. Stail .... Phil Helland Marshall Steen Evcrald Strom Carl Strand Joan Andreassen Gerald Thorson Doris Kuehnle Arno Martin .. Editor Business Manager Associate Editor Art Copy Copy Typist Circulation Sales Staff: Elizabeth Bjornstad, Ruth Blom, Grace Carlsen, lone Chalgren, Cliff Dahlen, Vance DeMong, Addell Halverson, Daryl Hanson, Doris Quamme, Arno Martin, Mary Lou Mortensen, Marvin Sulzdorf G 8 B U R GERALD THORSON JOAN ANDRKASSEN Gin L_______________ Kneeling: IXihlcn, DeMong, Martin Second row: CarLen, Sulzdorf, Bjornstad, Halverson, Blom, Chalgrcn For the first time in its history, Augsburg has an annual! Putting it out has been a tough job, and we on the staff want to thank those of you who have helped us with it. Naturally, the book contains mis- takes. We arc aware of them and wish they could have been prevented, but we hope you will overlook them and see in your Augsburgian what we have tried to create for you—a memory book of your days at Augsburg. Lack of funds and facilities has kept us from giving you as beautiful a book as we would have liked, and we trust that you will take this fact into consideration when you criticize our work. Thank you for the opportunity of putting our ideas into print and for your cooperation in helping us to realize our goal. The Augsburcian Staff DORIS KL'KI IN'LE CARL STRAND G S 8 U R G sun---------- Gerald Thorson Arno Marlin Marilynn Moe Lavonne Peterson Betty Brude lone Chalgren Dick McGuigan Eva Nelson Elder Oscarson Addcll Halvorson Editor Business Manager Associate Editor Desk Editor News Editor Copy Editor Sports Editor Feature Editor Circulation Assistant Desk Editor GERALD THORSON Editor-in-Chief ' 56 From the initial scoop of the reporter with a “nose for news,” till the day the paper appears in your box, a number of students and faculty members have played some part in the great drama which precedes every publication of the Augsburg Echo. This bi-weekly newspaper has attempted in the past year to offer an outlet for news opinions and literary talent; and to form a permanent record in word and picture of school life at Augsburg. From the very first call for reporters, several interested students were given an opportunity to gain experience in journal- istic work. Regular staff meetings were held, and an occasional party offered a chance for members to get together. Five staff members attended the annual Press Conference at St. Cloud. ELDER OSCARSON f L BETTY BRUDE HALVORSON - PETERSON 57 Kneeling: DcMong, Hanson, Frojcn, Nelson, Woykc Standing: Mortcnscn, Weeks, Wcltzin, Anderson, Ruud, Nichols, Houser, Larson, Haugan. J. Opseth, D. Opscth, Andreasscn, Gordon 4 I I ! i In conceit Jt Central Lutheran . . . Oppie” and Myrvik- Director and Manager 1 nta 7he JIoaA J New. So+uj, These words arc the motto of the Augsburg College Choir—they state the very purpose of its existence. The musical ability of the group is shown in the following quotation from Johan S. Egilsrud of the Minne- apolis Times-Tribune: From year to year, the Augsburg College Choir maintains its high standards of excellence under the very gifted and exacting director, Henry P. Opseth. At last night s concert in Central Lutheran Church, the choir gave the large audience a sense of listening to strains and harmonics coming from some other, ideal world, as it sang with a purity of intonation and smoothness of tone that were so perfect that they seemed almost unreal. First row: Tyvoll, Amundson, D. Opscth, Borstad, Huglen, Prof. Opsclh, Mortensen, Opsal, Nichols, Paulson, J. Opscth Second row: Wee, Odden, Oudal, Haugan, Hcnrickson, Aune, I lenium, Gronseth, Lovaas, Severson, Burntvedt, Larson Third row: Bretheim, Toledo, Grose, Aadland, Carlsen, Fluvog, Anderson, Bjornstad, Skolness, Lund, Tande, I. Sonnack, Olson Fourth row: Steen, Reitan, Larsen, Sorenson, Myrvik, G. Johnson, Landsverk, Burtness, Oie, I . S jnnack, Hinsverk, Huus. M. Johnson DIRF.CTOR: Norman Myrvik JGluvud Club SOPRANOS: Mvrtle Burmnn, Ruth Chrislock, Marguerite GrcRuson, Eleanor Gudim, foanna flaxen, Added MalverMm. Evelyn Hanson, Evelyn Hcnrickson. Carol Hibbard. Dons I .dim. Genevieve I arson, Dori� Ann Peterson, Mildred Serstock, Lydia Stcnher , Irene TinquM, Helen Toklc ALTOS: Esther Aadl.ind. Carol Dalager, Clara Gudim. Eunice Guldteth, Harriet Habberttad, Sylvia Elaukeness, lone Havcrly. Maxine I linder.ikcr, Dorothy Lewi� . Ailcen Me Adam, Ruth Overvold, Cora R ishovd, Esther Romsw, Vera Thorton, Ruth Welt in I I NORS Alton Bjornijuist, David H xru«l. Melvin Haven, Arnold Mclom, Arthur Rccsnes, John Skcpstad MASSES: Harold Ahlbcrji, Wallace s, Stephen Brooks, Clifford Dihlrn. Norman Hermstatl, Arnold Herinunslie. Emil K.iIIcvik, David Larson, Elder Oscar son, Ervin Wolvatne Prof. Hendrickson leads Christmas caroling ‘•Bachelors Club” entertains at get-acquainted party GOSPEL QUARTET: Gudmestad, Kristensen, Strom men, Steen The Morton Hall Trio hits a high one GIRLS’ QUARTET: Bjorns:ad. Bumtvedt. Carlsen, Amundson The bra� section “Rives” .... All Brrg our violin-plavinR engineer. inSTRUITlEnTRL music Instrumental music has always taken second place to vocal at Augsburg, but lately it has hecn coming into its own more and more. One reason for this fact is that the music department has tried to make its students realize the value of a well rounded musical education in preparation for work in the secondary schools. Visiting artists have also served as a means of motivation. This year. Dr. Basil Gauntlett of Stephens College spent several days on the campus and presented a series of fine piano concerts. MARSHALL STEEN President LF.LAND B. SATEREN Director Although faced with very poor instrumentation and many conflicts as to practice periods, practice rooms, and so forth, Mr. Sateren has built the Augsburg Band into a very creditable organization this year. Last fall the group presented a concert in the chapel and the audience was well pleased. The trombone quartet—Ellery Knudsen, Eldcn Treleaven, Donald Hinsverk, and Joyce (ironseth—was liked especially well. With the aid of financial backing by the Students' Society and with an ever-increasing need for a good band, we expect great things from this organization in the future. H First row: Tyvoll, Aline, M. Gronseth, Wold, Huus, Emerson, Hendrickson, Jensen Second row: Bern, Burman, Haukencss, McGuijjan, J. Gronseth, Koplitz, Lund, Bakken I Third row: Smith. Steen, Frost, Hjornstad, Johnson, Treleaven, Knudsen, Sateren i I 8 P E E The men who make with the words”— that’s the Auggic debaters, and this year they’ve “made pretty well. At Moorhead they won eight of twelve debates in the Red River Valley tournament, and since then they have also taken part in tourna- ments at St. Cloud, St. Thomas, River Falls, and North Manchester, Indiana. The teams have met at intervals with Mr. John Acker, debate coach, to discuss their cases and various problems connected with them. His help has been valuable and his advice has been sound. Several of the debaters will be back next year to pick up where they left off, and judging from their record this season they should go a long way. Debating is valuable not only as a pleas- urable activity, but also because it develops poise and the power to think and argue logically. C 8 CARI.SEN AND MENDENHALL Auggic debaters otl to Red River Valley tournament at Moorhead 64 MOE AND WEEKS One never knows in this day and age who will he the twentieth century’s successor to Demosthenes. Unheralded as a person may seem today, he may be the leader of thousands tomorrow. From what wc saw and heard this year, Augsburg may in the future pre- sent such a personage. Discussing subjects varying from Racial Tolerance to American Isolationism the young men pounded the rostrums, and orated in an effort to make the audiences conscious of the pressing problems at stake. Working with the contestants who vied for honors on April 30 was the oratory coach, John Acker. The winner of this contest together with other speech representa- tives took part in the state forensic meet at St. Johns University the first week in May. Tiif. task of directing our athletic program rests mainly on the shoulders of “Dick Pautz the youngest athletic director in the state. Dick graduated from Augsburg in 1937 and took over the athletic directorship the follow mg year—since then he and his assistants have developed a well-rounded program and have increased our athletic facilities a great deal. Augsburg is unfortunate in that it has no beautiful athletic field or spacious gymnasium of its own, but these difficulties have been offset by the opportunity we have of using the finest playing areas in the Northwest—South High Field for football, the Minneapolis Armory for basketball, and the Veterans' Hospital field for baseball. Efficient management has played a large part in bringing our athletic system to the place where it is today, and we look for it to bring us added improvement. Mr. Pautz has been assisted by an advisory board consisting of Mr. Melby, Dr. Nash, and Mr. Soberg. During the last few years our basket- ball and baseball teams have been in the hands of Cully Swanson. Cully” is a St. Olaf graduate and was both a scholar and an athlete at that school. Since gradu- ation he has coached both high school and college teams, and now divides his time between Augsburg and Marshall High of Minneapolis. Although he has not won any titles while he has been at Augsburg, we arc confident that he has made the most of his material and has gotten as much as possible out of his players. In the two years that “Bob” Carlson was here as head football coach, he won the friendship of all Augsburg. His friendly nature around school, his busi- ness-like manner on the athletic field, and CULLY SWANSON Hjskctlxill and Bj chall Coach 66 his whole-hearted interest in all campus activities made us feel that he was a part of Augsburg. We arc sorry that he was called to military service, but we have hopes that he will return to us after the war. Assistant coaches do not usually receive much credit, but they are indispensable in a good athletic set-up. Phillip Kildahl, assistant football coach, is a hard working man on the football field and docs a lot of good in coaching the line. He is a for- mer Auggic and during his college days he was an outstanding tackle. Art Chiodo also assisted in football, and since Coach Carlson left he has been helping with the physical education classes. If they picked an All-State trainer. Augsburg's representative would be it. Big Red Nelson, following in the foot steps of his brother Myron, has taped the Auggic “tootsies for three years and really knows his business. Athletic sea- sons arc long enough when you are play- ing, but they must be even more of a grind when you just tape ankles, massage swollen muscles, and all the other tasks which fall to the trainer. “Red has been very faithful, and although they probably do not tell him about it, the athletes really appreciate his efforts. “HOB CARLSON Ouch, with Co'captain RmI Nelson .in l Vie Miller 67 FOOTBALL The picture at the left characterizes the past football season pretty well. Coach Carlson started the season with a small squad and whipped them into shape so that alter only two weeks of practice they were able to defeat Mankato Teach- ers College 12-0. The game hail its ill effects, however. Injuries cropped up and put regulars on the sidelines. From then on each game was a repetition of the pre- vious one—played on even terms till the iron men began to tire, and then a frantic search for substitutes who could fill the bill and carry on for the rest of the game. This sounds like a pretty black picture, but the team did play ball at times. At Macalcster they spotted the Scots two easy touchdowns in the first •VIC MILLER DAVE LUND CLAY'T THOMPSON ED SF.DIO 5 five minutes, hut then they tightened up their defense and did a little ground- gaining on their own—Meld and Sulzdorf were particularly effective. St. Johns, St. Marys, St. Olaf, and Hamline all found weak spots in the injury-ridden Auggic line and marched through them to deci- sive victories. Although they took some drubbings, the Auggics learned something in every game and unless they lose too many men to military service they should present a formidable club next season. Head Coach Carlson has already answered his country's call, and the place he vacates will he a hard one to fill. Held, Nelson, and Miller of this year's squad were given mention on the Coach's All-State team. Aurs swarm Mac” punter CHESTER BROOKS PHILHELLAND JOHN KISSINGER ARNOLD ANDERSON •BOB THARP ZEKE ROTHAUSEN SF.LVIN SAMPSON LESTER IIOVEN DON ERICKSON HAROLD AHLBOM HERMAN MOLTEN CARLYLE SHERSTAD tt B H S K E A year ago, at the end of the 1940-41 basketball season. Conch “Cully’’ Swan- son looked forward to a good ball team this year—he was losing only one man from a squad of twelve. When he issued the call for cagcrs this year, however, only six of these men reported: Charles Held. Stanford Nelson. Phil 1 Icll ind. Tony 1 lalverson. Warren Lundquist. and Marvin Sulzdorf. Cully completed his squad by adding Herman Holten. who returned to eligibility after a year's ab- sence, and by recruiting seven players from the frosh squad: Roald Noklebcrg, Harold Ahlbom. Stan Person. Kieth Hoff man. Les Johnson. Gil Parsons, and Art Marben. These men went out and beat E-'au Claire State Teachers in the first game, but when they took to the road they didn't do so well, dropping games to I.uther, Augustana, and Mankato. After the holidays two more men were forced to drop basketball—Phil I Iclland because Scorers ... Riding ihe pints First row: Ahlbom, Nelson, Marlxn, Held, Person, Hoffman Second row: Noklebcrg, Sulzdorf, Halverson, Parsons, Johnson, Molten Missing Iron� picture: l,undc|iiis( T B fl L L of work at school, and “Red” Nelson be- cause of an injury received during foot- ball. The first conference games didn't go so well, but after a 54-35 victory over St. Johns the Auggics took heart and pro- ceeded to dump St. Olaf and win another from St. Johns before the season ended. The game with St. Olaf was a thriller— Noklcberg tied the score with a bucket as the gun sounded, and then Molten took the game over and scored nine points in the overtime to win for the Auggics. We would like to pay tribute to two cagcrs—Warren Lundquist and I Icrman Molten. Lundquist, the only, senior on the squad, was the team’s best defensive man; Molten led the squad in scoring and ranked fourth in the conference in indi- vidual scoring; he was picked as a for- ward on the Coachs' All-State Team. Time out (of the Auj s What’s up, boys? i dlEET THE BOYS YOU SEASONS RECORD WE THEY Eau Claire Teachers 38 17 Luther 13 46 Luther 33 4 Augustana (Rock Island, 111.) 30 47 Eau Claire Teachers 30 40 Mankato Teachers IS 8 Macalester 46 48 St. Olaf 34 47 St. Thomas 40 61 St. Johns 54 15 Macalester 28 38 Concordia 36 41 St. Johns II 28 St. Olaf 50 4 St. Marys 44 60 St. Marys 44 50 KIF.TH HOFFMAN ART MARBF.N HAROLD AHLBOM mm When the Run sounded against St. Johns ... That wild overtime against St. Olaf! CHEERED FOR CHARLES HELD LES JOHNSON STAN PERSON MARVIN SULZDORF TONY HALVERSON PAUL FRIDLUND. Manager STAN PLOT . Captain fl S E B fl L L With the coming of spring .1 person naturally thinks of baseball. The Augs- burg Campus is no exception to this rule. The first call for tryouts was met by a good response. Several promising men have been working out together with the returning lettcrmcn. Although the team lost several of its key men last spring, it is expected that Cully Swanson will build around his lettcrmcn a powerful club that will win its share of the games. Augsburg has for years been rather successful in baseball, and this year is considered no exception. KF.LI.Y ROTH VIC MILLER STAN PhRSON- ART MARRF.N I.UTE GRONSETH MARVIN SUI.ZOORI April 13 1942 SCHEDULE Concordia There April 21 Macalcstcr There April 23 Hamlinc There April 27 St. Thomas There May 1 St. Johns Here May 5 Minnesota There May 7 St. Olaf There May 9 St. Marys There May 12 Hamlinc Here May 19 St. Thomas Here May 21 Macalcstcr Here Kneeling—Haley, Anderson, Roth, Emerson, Plotz, Person. Marben, Rierson Standing—Swanson, Noklcbcrg, Lee, Sulzdorf, Gronseth, Molten, Miller, Ahlbom, Parsons JIM HARTSCH Number one lenni' man te nn is With a strong nucleus of returning Icllermcn, the tennis team was built up into a strong ag- gregation. Meeting the various opponents in a grueling schedule, the team made its presence fell m a marked degree. With just a short amount of pre-season practice the tennis team rounded into shape quickly under the able leadership of |im Bartsch. I‘M2 SCHKDULI- April 20 Maealester There April 22 Mainline Mere May 1 St. Johns Here May 2 Luther Merc May 4 St. Thomas There May 5 Maealester Mere May 7 St. Olaf There May II St. Thomas Mere May 18 Mainline There May 22 State Meet Dunning Field May 30 Luther 1 lere l.imlheck. ONon. Hjhcrvon, H.iriwh. Berlin' , Skc|M.ul, T� f)iriim in GOLF Golf came into its own this year as a minor sport and the team headed by veterans Red Nelson and Roy Stromquist played a tull sched- ule. The team competed against several confer- ence foes before entering the state meet on May 22. With the addition of new members who show promise, the team has developed into a strong contender in the state race. 1942 SCHEDULE April 20 Macalcstcr There April 22 Hamline Here May 4 St. Thomas There May 6 Macalcstcr Here May 7 St. Olaf There May 11 St. Thomas Here May 18 Hamline Here May 22 State Meet There STROMQUIST ANI) NELSON Golf veteran I rain� � i John Skcpstad—Ping-ponjc chump Jim Baruch of Off-Gunput tatichb.ill clump An ideai. athletic set up is one which gives every student an opportunity for participation—Augs burg has that set up. A wide intramural pro gram and a rigorous physical education schedule provide physical activity for every man in school. In the fall, the main activity for non- varsity competitors is touch football. The league is composed of one team from each dormitory house, and one team representing the off cam- pus students. The off-campus team won the FRESHMAN VARSITY Archie Twito—Handballer Seated—Emerson, Holland, Brooks, Jensen Standing—Tucker, Anderson, Tamen, Frost, Stormo title this year. In the winter the main activities are volleyball, basketball, badminton, and hand- ball. Three teams represented Augsburg in the Park Basketball League this year—the Maroons, the Whites, and the Vikings. With the coming of spring, athletics move out of doors and diamcndball takes over. The athletic depart- ment also sponsors play nights on the green for both men and women. Auggies like tennis ATHLETICS SI •‘Spiking on volleyball court For Hazel Coleman if badminton? Within the last few years Women's Athletics have advanced a great deal here at Augsburg. Today many of the possible advantages arc offered to Auggie women. This year under the direction of Miss Oster Women’s Athletics have taken another stride forward. Several types of new physical activity have been introduced with the result that many more of the women have participated. If the present interest and cooper ation shown in this department is any indication of the future, the school may be well assured of a well-rounded physical training course for women. Time out in ihc Siveriscn Off-campu game H2 GIRLS' HASKKTKALL CHAMPS—SHNIORS I'irM row: Eye, Somerville, Lanes Quanbcck, lUirman Second row: Mohn. Slellcn, Haverly, CarNtedt SOCIAL HIGHLIGHTS We have tried to sprinkle informal snap- shots throughout the book, but there arc some activities which do not fall into any general class. Therefore we have saved a few pages for them and have tried to got as many pictures into the limited space as possible. The pictures arc arranged in somewhat chronological order and show some of the main events of the year. The main fall and winter activities were Fresh- man Week. Homecoming. Christmas par- ties, anti winter concerts—these pictures show scenes from them. The froth did the town Upperclassmen enjoyed themselves at expense of frosh SpAi+Uj, 1 he coming ot spring brought renewed ictivity on the campus. The A Club sponsored several splash parties, stu- dents were given awards at the Honor Banquet, everybody took a day off lor the annual “skip day. and then finals—what a mess’ 1941 Honor Banquet Basketball captaincy ceremony A sure sign of spring—the gitls went wading Sunday afternoon It was a long hike to Minnehaha Park on skip' day The faculty took the day oil too! AUGSBURG College and Seminary Founded 1869 BERNHARD CHRISTENSEN, PRESIDENT In the present time of world crisis the need of Christian education is greater than ever. AUGSBURG COLLEGE is a Lutheran Liberal Arts College for men and women. It offers its students the combined advantage of a Chris- tian environment, a homelike atmosphere, and a thorough-going edu- cational program. AUGSBURG SEMINARY is the theological training school of the Lutheran Free Church for pastors and missionaries. Augsburg is strategically located in the “Metropolis of the Northwest” affording special cultural advantages and employment opportunities for students. Catalog and other information will be forwarded upon request to the REGISTRAR, AUGSBURG COLLEGE AND SEMINARY MINNEAPOLIS MINNESOTA . w tv i THE CLASS OF IMS Dear Seniors: It has been our pleasure to seive those who have preceded you, the class whose activities are depicted in this publication. These pictures, therefore, represent our earnest efforts for it is our sincere desire that all who come to us will be pleased. In a short time you, as a class, will be choosing a photographer. We hope you will consider us and judge us on the basis of our work here. Remember in purchasing portraits that two things - the ability and the integrity of those who serve you - determine the value of your investment. 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GREETINGS FROM YOUR OFFICIAL COAL MAN Just ask Gus THE COAL CALL - MAin 44-41 PITTSBURGH COAL COMPANY MARQUETTE AT 7 T H STREET 9 As plate-makers for the Augsburgian we doff our hats to the editors and staff for a striking and distin- guished journalistic production. A salute, too, is due our colleagues in the graphic arts, Augsburg Publishing House. The exceptional quality of their lithography is evident on every page of this book. We are proud to have had a part in a job so well done. BUREAU OF EN G RAVIN G, Incorporated MINNEAPOLIS Engravers for Yearbooks of Character «M WALTER SCHMIDT School Annual Production AUGSBURG PUBLISHING HOUSE. Aiutucd! MaNy able hands and minds have contributed to the building of the Augsburgian If the finished work is satisfying, largest credit goes to the student staff, for originality of ideas and workmanlike efficiency in their execution. To the Bureau of Engraving, all thanks for their typically perfect plates, which have given real beauty and fidelity to these pages. AUGSBURG PUBLISHING HOUSE MINNEAPOLIS School Annual Crafts - Masters 95 PHIL HELLAND, Editor MARSHALL STEEN. M..., T)he 1942 c4ug,3bu cfian MEMBER NATIONAL SCHOLASTIC PRESS ASSOCIATION AUGSBURG COLLEGE MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA April 17, 1942 Students of Auggie Tech Augsburg College Minneapolis, Minnesota Dear Students: Our work on the AUG3BURGIAH is finished at last1. If we were to do it over again we would make many changes, v e hope the next staff will profit by our mistakes. 'tie thank you for the privilege of publishing your annual. It has been a large undertaking, but if you like it we will feel well rewarded. .Ye also want to thank Art Segal of the Bureau of Engraving, .' alter Schmidt and Kans Heir of the Augsburg Publishing Company, and Harold Beckett of PTin.gscraft Cover Company for the valuable advice which they have given us. Dr. Hash has been a capable advisor, and we thank him for being so willing to let us use our own ideas as to editorial policy. Yours Truly, The Augsburgian Staff % .. 1 � .