Augsburg College - Augsburgian Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 144 of the 1947 volume:

WASHINGTON AVS. BRIDGE i UNBAV ■ CLEANERS mSYSG- TESS LdflninafiS KW)’,' JlkiL'a ..k � ••US'S -.......— AMU 1 Minneapolis, Minnesota 'l etume 76 Co-editors: Arnold Hagen and Russell Solheim Business Manager: Reyden Rykken AUGSBURG has welcomed the returning home of many World War II veterans; men who have left behind them uniforms of blue and khaki; men who have laid aside the implements of war and again picked up their books to continue their journey on the road to learning. But Augsburg has not forgotten the men who did not return; upon her service flag arc the gold stars which are ever present reminders of those who died to make Augsburg’s to- morrow possible • • Dedication TO THOSE AUGGIES WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR THEIR COUNTRY AND OURS, THIS BOOK IS DEDICATED Gf.rald Anderson Edward E. Berntsen Arnold Gustafson Charles Held Keith E. Hoffman Curtis Johnson James Johnson Mentor Johnson Norwood Johnson Virgil Knudson Arthur Lawien Arthur Molvik William Mueller James Mydland Joseph Nelson Lynn I). Pi n rson Rk hard W. Pi. i i rson Robert Tousley ”■ Leland Vojta Robert Watson Ellard Wold DR. BERNHARD CHRISTENSEN President THROUGHOUT the whirl of college life we have felt the quiet and force- 1 ful leadership of Dr. Christensen, our president and our friend. His un- tiring efforts and enthusiasm for Augsburg, his determination in maintain- ing high educational standards, and his firm spiritual convictions have challenged our hearts and minds to greater scholastic achievement and deeper Christian living. We are grateful for his guidance and faithfulness as he leads us in the search for truth. From the President’s Desk HERE are two types of people who comprise our world: the masses and ■ the molders. The former are pulled and pushed hither and thither by the forces of life; the latter, though also strongly influenced by those forces, themselves help give direction to life. The masses are like the crushed and ground wheat-flour; the molders are like the living yeast which, mingled with the flour, fills it with life and makes possible the production of bread for the world. From every Christian college should come men and women who are molders— men and women who, in the name of Christ and humanity, give direction to human society rather than yield to its massive pressures. Our veterans, now returned from the ends of the earth, have lived and striven in the toils and terrors of war. They have helped to prevent the shackles of political and spiritual slavery from being laid upon the whole world. They have fought and suffered creatively in the service of our country and of man- kind. But a new day demands a new and higher creativity—the creativity of clear vision, of steady service to man, of undeviating loyalty to truth and human good, of love that serves and suffers in the unheralded places of earth. Today at Augsburg we are seeking to build our school larger, finer, more effective, more beautiful, with expanded physical facilities, with an increased and strengthened faculty, with a wider variety of courses. Two or three years hence, with the continued blessing of God giving success to present plans, should see our campus situation completely transformed, and Augsburg in a position to be a stronger Lighthouse of Christian Education than she has ever been. In due season the physical towers beautifully symbolizing Faith and Hope and Love will rise, giving nobler habitation to the teachings that have re- echoed here for more than seventy-five years. But physical transformation is not enough. Without spiritual vision and power we perish. By God’s grace we must build in larger numbers human lives and characters that are creative. We must send more Christ-filled leaven into the crushed and lifeless masses of city and country, of the nation and of the world. This is today’s call to a higher warfare. It summons us all, teachers and students, veterans and non-veterans. And our response to it will be even more crucial, more fateful in its ongoing influences, than was our response to the call which summoned in 1941. In Mmorim ROGER SIMENSEN (1917-1946) What a blessing it is to have known some people. How I was brought low aud he saved me. they add to the real worth of life! So also with Roger. Psalms 116:6 He was a quiet youth who answered the call of his coun- try as a plain duty to be performed. But he also remembered his duty before his maker. From far away lands came echoes that he had shown the Christlike spirit of sympathy and interest for those who suffered. Having done his duty well, he hoped to finish his schooling and take his place in life, but the stress of war took its toll. He was laid low” in a veterans’ hospital. Even there the Lord was with him. A cherished memory, that of a rainy summer’s evening when all was dismal, to hear his assuring words that all was well! He was ready to meet his Maker and Savior. He was brought low, but God saved him. Precious was his death in the sight of Jehovah. WILLARD STHCK (1925-1946) When a promising youth is taken from us we so often Thy brother shall rise again. stand with only a big Why?” in our minds. As days of John 11:23 preparation come toward their fulfillment, we cannot un- derstand why the days of labor” should be taken away. The Psalmist said, In thy book they were all written, even the days that were ordained for me. . .”, and we echo in our hearts, The Lord knows best.” Relatives and friends ask why Willard should be taken away so young. We can only answer, Your brother shall rise again,” arise to an endless life of service to God. The service God did not permit him to render here, will be rendered more perfectly in God’s own presence. May this thought comfort us and help heal our sorrow. Roger Simensen Willard Steck MAIN Occt s4i k: To see all things through the eyes of Christ. Ye shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” And the word became flesh.” I Oi.d Main Sivkrtsen Hall Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial Hall The homes in which we live, and the people with whom we share them have great influence upon the pleasures and ben- efits that we receive from living. The com- forts and conveniences, together with the good fellowship we have, constitute a real home-like atmosphere. Even the oldest of dorms have been redecorated and refur- nished to help us realize that the Augsburg campus is one of the nicest places to be. We love our campus homes. Campus J4ome3 West Hall Morton Hall 4 A. RUG5BURG COLLEGE FUI URE LOCATION 01 THE Library Science Hall OLD MAIN FADED GLORY I T was a structure of yellow brick when it was first dedicated in 1875, and having its face lifted is but one of the many changes which Old Main has undergone throughout the his- tory of a growing Augsburg. The metamorphosis which has taken place—from its earliest days when the men who called it home” furnished their own rooms and tended the wood stoves, until today, as it stands, repainted, redecorated, and well furnished — is a change which evidences the development of all of Augsburg. If the walls of Old Main could speak, we would hear many weird and wonderful tales of the personalities who have paraded through them, and of the activities which they have witnessed. Of Valhalla, the penthouse above third floor ... of the barber shop in the west wing ... of the dumb waiter which once carried a couple of frightened young men from the third floor Dining Hall to the ground floor more rapidly than they had expected ... of the chapel services at one time held there ... of the band rehearsals which have made each brick tremble ... of the profs who have some- times caused a like effect with their lectures. . . . These arc but a few of the things to which Old Main can testify in its record of service, and today, it can boast of more usefulness than ever before, for it is used for a womens’ dormitory; houses biology laboratories, classrooms, and administrative offices, and is the home of the music department. ac Lang and Raugland arch it IT ORY Augsbupg COLLF. G F- VISION OF THE FUTURE THE plans which have been drawn for the new Library-Science Hall evidence the soon to be re- alized dream of a greater Augsburg. This building will be located on the site where Old Main and West Hall now stand, and will be used for the library and stack rooms, the archives, and museum, and will have classroom facilities for instruction in library courses. The Science part of the building will house Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Bacteriology, and Home Economics laboratories and classrooms, as well as administrative offices. Also a part of the new expansion program are the plans for an addition to Sivertsen Hall. The addition will provide living quarters for So women, making the total accommodations of the building 120, and will also have suites for the Dean of Women and the House Mother. Proposed Library and Science Hai.i. This beautiful building is the newest and finest on the campus, and evidences the begin- ning of the current expansion program. It bears the names of the two past presidents of Augs- burg to whose memory it is dedicated: George Sverdrup, and Sven Oftcdal. The building, ori- ginally designed to house 105 men students, was begun in 1937 and completed in 1939. During these post-war years, however, its doors have been opened wide to returning servicemen and in 1947, 185 men were accommodated. The College Dining Hall is located on the ground floor of this building. � Ragna Sverdrup, Treasurer Rev. Olai : Rogne, Business Administrator Administration Heads Ihc members of the administrative staff play a vital part in college life. In addition to their usual administrative work, many of them are deep in the complexities and problems of the expanding Augsburg campus. For years they have cher- ished the dream of a greater Augsburg and now that dream is becoming a reality. Realizing that the day of fulfillment of the hopes of yesterday is very near, the members of the staff go about their work with renewed enthusiasm, seeking to fulfill their duties of publicizing, receiving new students, adjusting them to college life, caring for their spiritual, mental, moral, educational, and physical needs, and then placing them as graduates where their college training has best fitted them, and following them as alumni in various fields, keeping them united. Richard Pautz, A. B. Director of Public Relations Girda Morten sen, A. M. Dean of Women K. Berner Daheen, A. M. Dean of Men H. N. Hendrickson, A. M., C. T. History, Latin P. A. Sveeggen, A. M. English Secretary of the Generat Vacuity a c Lars Lili.eiiei, A. M., C. T. Greek Henry P. Opsetii, B. Mus. M itsic George Soberg, A. B. Mathematics Kaki. Lrmisch, Ph. I)., S.T.D. German, Religion Martin Quanbeck, A. M. lul neat ion Melvin A. Hei.i.and, S.T.M., Ph. D. Religion Andreas Helland, A. M. Professor Emeritus John M. Stensvaac, S.T.M., Ph. 1). Religion Marion Wilson Lindemann, A. M. French, Spanish Lawrence M. Jones, Ph. I . Chemistry Agnes B. Tangjerd, A. M. Ubrary Science, German Erling J. Urdahl, A. M. Biology and Psychology Ruth Segolson, M. S. Home Economics 7',-h Norman C. Anderson, A. B„ C. T. Religion, journalism Piiii.i.ip Kildahi., A. M. History Iver B. Oi son, Th. B., A. M. Standina i iaii, Philosophy Anne Pederson, A. M. English Alma M. Jensen, A. M. Social Science Marion Bi rc.i r, A. M. Physical lid neat ion Kenneth Bercer, A. M. Speech, Social Science Robert S. Cari son, B. S. Physical Education Lelaxd Bernhard Sateren, A. M, Music Norman C. Myrvik, A. M. Music Jennie Skurdaesvoi.d, B. Mus. Voice Howard M. Winholtz, B. S. Business AJministration Margrethe Pettersen Piano Bernhard Kleven, Ph. D. Social Science Vf.ra Thorson, A. B. Secretarial Studies Martha A. Kii.en, A. B. Assistant Librarian Edor C. Nelson, A. B. Physical luiucation Carol Hermansen, A. B. Physical Education Ernest W. Anderson, A. B. Physical Iulucation Shiri.ey Putnam Miller, Ph. D. Biology Joseph O. Thorsheim, A. B. Physics Lewis G. Palmer, B. S. Engineering Drawing ♦ Othelia Gjevre, A. B. English Gerald Thorson, A. B. English Jeanette Anderson, A. B. Speech Clayton LeFevere, B. S. Speech Erling Tungseth, A. B., C. T. Religion Betty G. Ulrich, A. B. Religion Milton Kleven, A. B. Mathematics George Sverdrup, A. B. Mathematics -Not Pictuxed Luther Gronseth Director of Physical Education, 1945-46 Phillip Helland Physical Education, 1941-46 James A. Nesse Chemistry, Physics, 945-46 A D M I N I S T R A T I V E P E R S O N N E L Guardians or Our Health Housemothers Old Main West I loUSE MOTHERS Old Main Morion Si re rise n Secretary to the President AND Treasury Department Dining Hall Public Relations First row: A. Dyrud, B. Brcthcim, I. Son ruck, A. Reesncs, C. Hovcrstcn, O. Wcstplnl. Standing: J. Torgrimson, K. Rusdahl, M. Erickson, H. Frinzen, G. Brcthcim, O. Landsvcrk, W. Framstad, R. Quanbcck, J. Steen, E. Kasin, E. Martinson. Concordia Society I HE CONCORDIA SOCIETY, limited in membership, serves mainly to strengthen the bonds of Christian fellowship among Seminary students. It also gives opportunity for the discussing and solving of student problems and plans in regard to classwork and pastoral work, and serves as the center of plan- ning for all social activities of the Seminary. The Seminarians meet during the fourth hour on Tuesdays, and in addition, several informal dinner meetings arc held throughout the year. Varied topics of interest to the Seminarians are discussed at these meetings and often a guest who is usually a specialist in the particular phase of church work under discus- sion is invited to be present to lead the discussion. Special events of the year are the annual banquet for the members and their guests, held on the night fol- lowing commencement, and the society’s annual skip day in the spring. The following officers served during 1945-1946: LuVerne Nelson, President; Chester Hoversten, Pope; Howard Franzcn, Librarian; and Ernest Kasin, Secre- tary-treasurer. Ivcr Sonnack served as President during 1946-1947 with Arthur Reesnes as Secretary-treasurer, and Randolph Quanbeck as Pope. Cari. Carlsen Pastor Lutheran Free Church Parish Tioga, North Dakota Benjamin Gjenvick Post Graduate Work University oi Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, Pa. Seminary Q%aduated--1946 Luther Gronseth Pastor—Lutheran Free Church Parish Baglcy, Minnesota LuVerne Nelson Pastor—Lutheran Free Church Parish Powers Lake, North Dakota Howard Franzen Called to Kenwood Lutheran Church Duluth, Minnesota Chester Hoversten Ernest Kasin Will Do Called to Post-Graduate Work at the Lutheran Free Church Parish University of Minnesota Oconto, Wisconsin Seminaly (graduatei — 1947- Arthur Reesnes Called to Bethany Lutheran Church Astoria, Oregon IVF.R SONNACK Called to be Assistant Pastor at Pontoppidan Lutheran Church Fargo, North Dakota Justin Torgrimson Called to Trinity Lutheran Church Kirkland, Washington Senior Cla £ OH icet A 1946 Marion Myrvik Stanley Person Phyllis Enclund Lloyd Johnson Oroelle Aaker President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Social Director 1947 Guilford Parsons Donald Hinsverk Othelia Carlson Donald Hinsverk Jean Rachie I PRESS ON TO WARD THE GOAL UNTO THE PRIZE Seniors WE, THE SENIOR CLASS of 1947, leave behind us a school—a school of friendships and fond memories. We have passed through four years of studies, pleasures, and Christian fellowship together. Our Freshman class started with an enrollment of ninety-three members. The second semester said farewell to many of our fellow classmates who left for the service of their country. It was during this year that one of our favorite professors, Si Mclby, passed away. The month of June found us becoming restless from the studies and activities of the year and anxiously awaiting a summer vacation. We returned, our sophomore year, eager to begin again a year of new ex- periences. This year a male on the campus was quite rare and the enrollment of our class had fallen considerably. Initiation for the freshmen was our sole concern as we set out, now a group of experienced colleagues. The second semester brought us the sad news of the death of Duane Peterson, a fellow classmate, who was killed in war in Germany. 1945-46 became an eventful year for our class. The war had ended and the veterans were returning. Our class increased rapidly in size and a new en- thusiasm began to spread. New clubs were formed, sports began to hold more interest and even studies were attacked with a new spirit of rivalry. A big banquet was given in honor of the Senior Class, with a Scottish theme as a background. We have now reached our senior year. It is the year when we must take time to look back over four years of learning, and realize that our education here has been completed. Perhaps we do not feel so dignified and learned, but we feel we have gained many lifelong friendships and have added to our role of experiences. The class of 1947 must continue on. Our duties and obligations have not terminated here, for our task has not yet been completed . . . We must press on to that mark that is set before us. . . .” OF THE HIGH CALLING OF GOD IN CHRIST JESUS Salutatorian Class Speaker Valedictorian Phyllis Englund English Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, German; Scribblers Club i; Men- delssohn Chorus a; Writers Club 2, 3; Vice-president j; German Club 3, 4; Choral Club 4; Secretary Senior Class 4. Sigurd M. Swenson History lle tinger. North Dakota; Minor, English; I.R.C. 1, 2, 3, 4; German Club 2, 3, 4; Echo 2, 3. Wallace G. Bloomquist Gri-;lk Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, History; Student Council 3. Or dell Aaker English Haukins, Wisconsin; Band 1, 3, 4; Choral Club 1,4; Student Coun- cil 4, Secretary 4; Social Director Senior Class; College League of Women Voters 3, 4; French Club 2; Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges ami Unircrsilics 4- El wood Anderson Composite Social Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Philosophy; Baseball 4. Glkiiakd Harold Bretheim English llisbcc. North Dakota; Minor, Greek; Augsburg Gospel Quartet 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 3; Basketball 3; Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; President 4; Norse Club 2; A Club 3, 4. Clara J. Carlsen English Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Social Science; Choral Club 1,4; Scribblers Club 1; Norse Club 1; Language Club 2, 3; Echo 2; Student Council 4; A.W.S. 2, Treasurer 2. Iris Encberg English Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, History; Echo 2; Scribblers Club 1; College League of Women Voters 3, Secretary 3. Loren Erickson Social Science Hendricks, Minnesota; Minor, Natural Science; Choir 3- Sylvia Haukeness English Sebeka, Minnesota; Minor, English; French Club 1, 2; Choral Club 1; W.A.A. 2, 3, Secretary 3; Band 1, 4; Choir 3, 4; Student Council 4; A.W.S. 3, 4, Vice-pres- ident, President 4; Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Unit er si tics, 4. Jack Jacobsen English Racine, Wisconsin; Minor Social Science; Sport’s Writer Echo 3, 4; Football 4; Choir 2, 3, 4. Edryce Johnson English Stanch field, Minesota; Minor, Music; Choral Club 1; W.A.A. 1, 2, Secretary 2; Choir 3, 4; Band 4; College League of Women Voters 4; Romance Language Club 1. Lloyd Johnson History Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Social Science; Band 1, 2, 3; I.R.C. 2, 3, 4; Treasurer Senior Class 4. Milton E. Eleven Mathematics Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education; German Club 2, 3; Choral Club 2; Publicity Director 3; Baseball Manager 3; Golf 4; A Club 3, 4; Aris- totelian 3. Seniors 1946 Sen lord 1946 Marion Myrvik English Minneota, Minnesota; Minor, History; Choral Club i, 4; Ladies’ Chorus i, 4; Romance Language Club 1, 2; Social Director 3; President of Senior Class 4; Col- lege League of Women Voters 4; Who's Who Aniong Students in American Colleges and Universities 4. Marjorie Paulson English Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education, Social Science; Choir 3. 4; Choral Club 1, 2; W.A.A. 1, 4; Band 2, 3. Stanley Person Mathematics Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education; Class President 3, Vice-president 4; A” Club President 4; German Club 2, 3; Aristotelian Society 2, 3; Bas- ketball 1, 2, 3; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Golf 2; Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Unil ersities 3- Eileen Quanbeck English Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, History; Scribblers Club 1; Choral Club 1, 3; Treasurer Student Body 4; College League of Women Voters 4; A.W.S. 3; Re- ligious Council; Secretary Junior Class; Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities 4- Norma E. Sateren English Brandon, Minesota; Minors, Music, History; Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Writers Club 2, 3, 4; Augsburgian 3; Secretary Student Body 3; Social Dir- ector 4; Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities 3. John Steen English Superior, Wisconsin; Minor, Music; Gospel Quartet 2, 3, 4; Choir 4; Football 4; Basketball 3; A” Club 3. 4- Marshall T. Steen Biology Superior, Wisconsin; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; President 2, 3; Choral Club 1; Choir 2, 3, 4, President 4; Student Council 4; Music Director 4; Vice-president Music Club 4; Business Manager Augsburgian 3. Carl Strand English-Social Science Bay port, Minnesota; Art Editor of Augsburgian 3; I.R.C. 3; German Club 2, 3, 4; Vice-president Senior Class. Cl. AIR Si ROM MEN HISTORY Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Physic.il Education; Basketball i, 2, 4, All State 2, 4; Baseball 1, 2, }, 4, All State 1, 4; Baseball Coach 2, j; A” Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Choir i, 2, 3; Augsburg Quartet 1, 2, 3, 4; Pres- ident Junior Class. Gladys Boxrud Strom men Biology Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education; Choral Club 1; Choir 2, 3, 4; Secretary Freshman Class. George Sverdrup Mathematics Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, History; Baseball i; Basketball 1, 4; A” Club 2, 3, 4. Vai.demar A. Xavier Natural Science Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Mathematics; Ora- tory 1, 2; Oratorical Contest Winner 1; Debate 1, 2, 3. Seniors 1946 Not Pictured George Peterson Social Science Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education. Berton Schali.er English Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Greek. Loren Thorson History Water own, Minnesota; Minor. Biology; Basketball 2. Robert Warren English Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Greek. Valedictorian Grace Lundeen English Annandale, Minnesota; Minor, French; Oratory 3; Student Council 3, 4; Vice-president Junior Class; Who's Who Antony. Students in American Colleges and Universities 3, 4. Salutatorian Class Speaker Erma Chinander History-Social Studies Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, English; Mission So- ciety 3; College League of Women Voters 4; Sophomore at North Park College, Chicago, Illinois. John Vernon Jensen History Lindstrom, Minnesota; Minor, Speech; Basketball 1: Band 1, 2; Scribbler’s Club 1; Debate 1, 2, 3, 4; I.R. C. President 3; Tennis 3, 4; President Student Council 4; Student Director of Forensics 2; Secretary of Re- publican Club 3; A” Club 4; Who's Who Among Stu- dents in American Colleges and Universities 4. Haroid Ahlbom History Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education; Basketball i, 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3; Baseball 2; A” Club 2, 3, 4; German Club 2, 3. I-ois Ahlbom Mathematics Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, History; German Club 2, 3; Augsburgian 2; W.A.A. 1, 2; Band 1, 2; Student Council 4. Stanley Anderson History Minneapolis, Minnesota; Intramural Basketball 1. 3; Transfer from Superior State Teachers College 2. Wallace Aos English Rotbsay, Minnesota; Minor, Greek; Choir 2, 3, 4; German Club 2, 3. Norman Barken English Everett, Washington; Minor, Greek; Tennis 1, 2, 3; President Sophomore Class. Henry Bertness Mathematics, Chemistry Tacoma, Washington; Choir 1, 2, 3; Tennis 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4; President Sophomore Class; Pres- ident Married Yets Club 4; Chemistry Lab Assistant 4; A” Club i, 2, 3; Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities 4. Paul Bi.iksiad Sociat. Science Fergus Falls, Minnesota; Writers Club 2; Scribblers Club 1; Basketball 1, 2; Football 1, 2; Baseball 2; Augsburgian 2; Sports Editor of the Echo 1, 2; Mis- sion Society 1, 2, 3; President of Sophomore Class 2; Norse Club 3; A” Club 1, 2, 3; Graduate of the L.B.I. Seminary, Fergus Falls, 1946. Marguerite Bradison English Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Social Science. Sen ior3 1947 Senior 1947 Sylvia Brandt Biology Lucerne, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education; Band i, 2, }, 4; President a; Choir i, 2, 3, 4; Student Coun- cil 4; Chairman of Music 4; Echo 2, 3; Music (dub i, 4; Aristotelian Club 4; Social Director of Class 1, 3; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3; W.A.A. Council 3. Othelia C. Carlsf.n English Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Philosophy; L.S.A. Council 1; S.V.R. Representative 2; Mission Sccrcary 2; Scribbler’s Club 1; Secretary of Senior Class 4; Norse Club 4. Louis Franklin Cass Natural Science Sac City, Iona; Minor, History; Republican Club 4, Treasurer 4. Maria Galin English Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Biology . Arnold Hagen History Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minors, Social Science, Eng- lish; I.R.C. j, 4; Sport’s Editor of the Echo 3; Co- Editor of The A Mg sbnrgian 4; Board of Publications 4. Norman Hermstad Chemistry Luck, Wisconsin; Minor, Mathematics; Aristotelian Society 4, President 4; Student Council 4. Arthur Chiodo Social Science Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education; Football 2, 3; Basketball 2, 3; Student Athletic Direc- tor 3; A’’ Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Arnold Hermunslie Mathematics-Natural Science Wahpeton, North Dakota; Aristotelian Society 2, 3, 4; President 3; Choir 4; Choral Club 2, 3. Donald Hinsverk English Hendricks, Minnesota; Minor, Music; Band i, 2, j, 4; Choir 2, 4; Choral Club 3; German Club 2; Music Club 4, Vice-president 4; Augsbtirgian 4; Vice-pres- ident-Treasurer of Senior Class. Vernon Holmberg History Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Greek; Choir 1; Band 1,2; German Club 2, 3, President 2. Merle Houser English Lebanon, Oregon; Minor, Biology; Choral Club 1; Writer’s Club 2; W.A.A. 1; Off-Campus Director A.W.S. 2. Willis H. Johnson Greek Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, History; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; German Club 1, 2, 3. Doris I.arson English Sinai, South Dakota; Minor, Physical Education; W. A.A. 2, 3; Luther League 3, 4; Mission Society 3, 4; College League of Women Voters 3. Robert Lee Social Studies Watertown, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education; Basketball 1,3; Baseball 2, 3; A” Club 2, 3, 4. Leonard I.indroos Social Studies Jacobson, Minnesota; Minor, Speech; Debate 1, 3, 4; Track 1; German Club 2, 3; I.R.C. 3, 4; Student Re- publican Club 4, President 4; Oratory 4; A” Club 3. 4- Norman Lockert Chemistry Hutchinson, Minnesota; Minor, Business; Football 1; Basketball 1; Baseball 3; German Club 3; A” Club 1. 2, 3. 4- Senior4 1947 Senior4 194 7 Margery Manger English Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor. Music; Choir i, 2, 3, 4, Secretary 3; Echo Reporter 2, 3; W.A.A. 1, z, 3; A.W.S. 1, z, 3, 4. Secretary 1. Treasurer z, President 4; Vice-president of Class 1.2; Student Council 2, 3; Mu- sic Club 1; Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Unit er sities 4. Arthur Marben History-Social Science La in her ton, Minnesota; Minor Physical Education; A” Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2. Marvin Martin History Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Greek; Echo 1; Transfer from University of Minnesota 1945. Seymour Nelson Mathematics-Chemistry Connell, Wisconsin; Aristotelian Society 1, 2, 3, 4. Vice-president 2, Treasurer 4; I.R.C. 4; Band 1. Roald Nokleberg History Seattle, Washington; Minor, Physical Education; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Baseball 2, 3; A” Club 1, 2, 3. Herman Olson Social Science Bemidji, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education; Bas- ketball 1; football 1; Choir 2, 4; Choral Club 3; Band 1, 2, 3; Class Treasurer 3; I.R.C. 3, 4; Music Club 4; Angshurgian 4. 1. Aureli. Olson Business Administration Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education; Tennis 1, 3, 4; German Club 1, 2, 3, 4; A” Club 2, 3, 4; Republican Club 4; Echo 1. Helen Paulson Biology Turtle Lake, North Dakota; Minor, Music; Choir i, 3. 4; Mission Society 1, 3, 4. Secretary 4; German Club 3; School Nurse 3, 4. Ruth Pederson English Beardsley, Minnesota; Minor, Social Science; League of Women Voters j, 4; Writer’s Club 2, 3, 4. Glen E. Person Mathematics Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Business; Golf 1; football. Manager 1; A” Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Lawrence Qu an beck History Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Social Science; Loot- ball 1; Debate 1; Echo 1, 3, 4; Augsburgian 1, 3; Director of Publications 3; College Republican Club 3 4- Jean Kachie Biology Granite Falls, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education; Choral Club 3; Ladies’ Chorus 3: Band 1, 2; W.A.A. 1, 2, 4; Social Director Senior Class. Delpha M. Randklev English Badger, Minnesota; Minor, Social Science; Echo 1; Band 1, 2. 3, 4; Class Secretary 3. Helen Rom ness English Wanatningo, Minnesota; Minor, Spanish; Band 2, 3; German Club 2, 3, 4; College League of Women Voters 3. 4- Olive Ron holm Biology Thief Rirer Falls, Minnesota; Minor, History; l.R.C. 1, 3, 4; Augsburgian 2, 4; Aristotelian Society, Vice- president 4; College League of Women Voters 3; Lu- ther League 3, 4; Mission Society 3, 4; Botany Lab Assistant 4. Mabi.e Rygh English Galesburg, North Dakota; Minor, Music; Business Manager Echo 2, 3; Student Council 2, 3; Director of Publications 3, 4; Choral Club 3, 4; College League of Women Voters, Treasurer 3. Senior 3 1947 Seniors 1947 Edward P. Sedio Social Science Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education; Football i, 2, 3, Captain z. John E. Thompson Chemistry Blanchard ville, Wisconsin; Minor, Biology; German Club 3, 4; Band i; Michigan State 2. Richard P. Torcersen Mathematics Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, English; Band 1, 4; Choir 1. Chester L. Trelstad Christianity 7.umhrota, Minnesota; Minor, Social Science; Norse Club 1, 2; Mission Society 3, 4; Luther League 3, 4; Choir 2, 3. Acnes V. Vai.vik Social Science Yonkers, New York; Minor, Music; Choir 1, 2, 3; W.A.A., 1, 2, 3, President 3; Christian Fellowship Group 1; Luther League 2, 3, 4; Mission Society 1, 2, 3. 4; Student Faculty Comm. 3; Augsburgian 4; Norse Club 1, 2. Lorna Wii.berg English Taylor’s Palis, Minnesota; Minor, Biology; Scribbler's Club 1; Choral Club 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2; Band 2, 3, Vice-president 3; Echo 1; Vice-president A.W.S. 3; Mission Society 3; Student Council 3; Chairman Pub- lications 3; Augsburgian 2, 4. J lot Pictuxed Charles Foley History Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor Physical Education. Sii.as Hai.vorson History Fores City, Iowa; Minor, English; Mission Society 3, 4; Luther League 3, 4; Transfer from Waldorf Junior College. Oliver Juluisson History Brooklyn, New York; Minor, Philosophy. Arnold Melom English Minneapolis, Minnesota; Choral Club, 1, 2. George Nelson History Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, English. William Ott History Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor Social Science; De- bate 1; Hockey 4. Russell Quaxbeck History Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, English; Choir 1, 2, 3, 4, President 4; Business Manager Augsburgian 3. Arthur Rholl Chemistry North wood. North Dakota; Minor, Biology; Base- ball 4. Roy Roth Social Science Minneapolis, Minesota; Minor, Physical Education; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; A” Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Secretary 4. Dolores Rust Biology Minneapolis, Minnesota; Minor, Physical Education; Band 3; Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3; Cheer Leader 2, 3. Seniori 1948 (January Graduates) Warren Anderson, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Bonnie Everts, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Edith Greenup, Berthold, North Dakota. Gloria GreccuSON, Minneapolis, Minne- sota John Hai.ky, Herman, Minnesota; W'ii i iam Krocstad, Maiden Rock, Wis- consin. Madei. Nostbakken, Aneroid, Saskatche- wan, Canada; Victor Ovrebo, Minne- apolis, Minnesota; Guii.iord Parsons, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Senior A 1948 Camera Shy Haroi.d Kobs Minneapolis, Minnesota Ralph Pearson Minneapolis. Minnesota Carol Quam Minneapolis, Minnesota junior Cia 0Hie ex 1946 Willard Stuck Grace Lundeen Delpha Randklev Amos Dvrud Sylvia Brandt President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Social Director 1947 Paul Sanders William Krogstad Gertrude Vik Jean Tibke Gloria Gregguson SO TEACH US TO NUMBER OUR DAYS junior THE ranks of the Junior Class were swelled considerably during the course of the year—about fifty students advanced into this energetic class at the beginning of the second semester, while sixteen first-semester members became Seniors. This proved rather confusing, but it did serve to keep us on our toes. The big event of the year was, naturally, the Junior-Senior Banquet which was held on April 25th at Hotel Frances Drake. Our social director, Gloria Grcgguson, was kept busy making arrangements. In the early part of the fall, the Junior Class sponsored a Basket Social to help raise funds for the Banquet. Three members of our class played another hard season on the basketball team— Jerry” Carlson, who seems to get such a kick” out of confusing his opponents; Red Lindgrcn, who can always be depended upon to hold his own; and Don” Sween, who must have springs in his legs. All three of these fellows also play a snappy game of baseball, as do several other members of the class. Out of the seven Junior Class representatives to the Student Council, four held offices this past term. Paul Sanders, who was also Junior Class president, had his troubles keeping tab on the funds; Rona Quanbeck as secretary managed to keep busy posting minutes and sending notices; Marilynn Peterson as chair- man of social activities spent most of her time trying to find places to have school parties and banquets; and Judith Adsem as chairman of forensics buzzed hither and yon arranging debate meets and oratorical contests. Speaking of oratorical contests, one member of our class proved herself an able speaker. She is Margaret Peggy” Bowlin, who won the cup given by the Class of ’18 to be awarded each year to the orator judged the best in the final contest. Then we must not forget the other class officers— Bill” Krogstad, our vice-president, Jean Tibke, our treasurer, and Gertrude Vik, our secretary. Our thanks go to all fellow class members who helped to make this year a happy one. Truly, it was a busy year for all of us. We look forward to returning again next fall, ready to take up our studies with renewed enthusiasm, to put the finishing touches” on the B.A. degrees that have come to mean so much out in the big, wide world.” THAT WE MAY GET US A HEART OF WISDOM James Adair, Timber Lake, South Dakota; Judith Adsim, Minneapolis, Minnesota; I.ois A.mstutz, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Fred Anderson, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Marion Anderson, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Adei.ini: Aos, Rothsay, Minnesota. Esther Barren, Kenyon, Minnesota; Oliver Bergh, Volga, South Dakota; Helen Bi rtni ss, Minneapolis, Minnesota. junior Alton Bjurquist, Stockholm, Wisconsin; Margaret Bowlin, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Jeroy Carlson, Wanamingo, Min- nesota. Robert Carlson, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Harold Dai.i.and, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Robert Duoos, Mora, Minnesota. Barbara Ekse, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Victor Emerson, West Concord, Minne- sota; Herman Encebretson, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Kenneth Englund, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Jean Forthun, Valley City, North Dakota; Albert Gallop, Mason, Wis- consin. Lorraine Gimmestad, Belvicw, Minne- sota; Evelyn Green, Battle Lake, Min- nesota; Arthur Hanson, Mankato, Min- nesota. junior Eugene Hasselquist, Center City, Min- nesota; Jean Heli.and, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Ruth Hoi.m, Minneapolis, Min- nesota. Louis Jensen, Racine, Wisconsin; Ken- neth Johnson, Minot, North Dakota; Donaid Knox, Wayzata, Minnesota. Hi.ru- Knudson, La Crosse, Wisconsin; Alton Knutson, St. Paul, Minnesota; Richard Kopi.it , Richfield Minnesota. Mary Kuhn, Mason City, Iowa; Thelma I.andsverk, Foss ton, Minnesota; Law- rence Larson, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Richard LinDBI.ad, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Duane Lindgren, St. Paul, Minne- sota; Clarence Miller, St. Paul, Minne- sota. j)unio £ an old -Norwegian custom... ■jfuniox Luther Morgan, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Margaret Nelson, Willmar, Minnesota; Arnold Nesvig, Stoughton, Wisconsin. Otto Nielsen, Hopkins, Minnesota; Elaine Olson, Lake City, Minnesota; Orville Oi.son, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Clifford Paulsen, Blair, Nebraska; Marilynn Peterson, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Dorothy Quanbeck, Fargo, North Dakota. Philip Quanbkck, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Rona Qu an beck, McVille, North Dakota; Kmily Rachik, Granite Falls, Minnesota. Howard Richards, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Haroi.d Roosen, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Haklano Rowberg, Hanley Falls, Minnesota. Paul Sanders, Balaton, Minnesota; Mary Schindler, Blanchardvillc, Wisconsin; Milan Sedio, Minneapolis, Minnesota. junior ... So other cduyyieA may attend concert A Augsburg College Choir in Concert junior Joe Seto, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Ca- mii.i.e Sivertsen, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Reynold Skotte, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Russell Solheim, Racine, Wisconsin; Paul Stohlberg, Stillwater, Minnesota; Jasper Swenson, Hendricks, Minnesota. Ronald Swenson, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Donald Thomas, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Ruth Thompson, Clcarbrook, Minnesota. Jean Tibke, Dupree, Souch Dakota; Ger- trude Vik, Plcntywood, Montana. Willis Wessman, St. Paul, Minnesota; Elizabeth Westphal, Willmar, Minne- sota. Peder Wilcox, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Mary Etta Wilson, Chicago, Illinois. Gordon Ahlquist, Minneapolis Carroll Anderson, Minneapolis Nathalie Anderson, Minneapolis Theodore Anderson, Minneapolis Joseph Brown, Mantorville, Minn. Duane Cady, Minneapolis Arnold Drance, Minneapolis Donald Embretson, Minneapolis Michael Furney, Minneapolis Hil.ma Granum, Minneapolis -------------junior --------- Not Pictured Stephen Halvorsen, Minneapolis Leon Hanson, Minneapolis John E. Hanson, Minneapolis Kri.ino Helland, Sacred Heart, Minn. William Hesselgrave, Minneapolis Harvey Holman, Minneapolis Eileen Kolden, Portland, Ore. Axei. Kordahl, Minneapolis Carl Kui.la, Minneapolis Norman Nideng, Minneapolis Charles Olson, Minneapolis Elder Oscarson, Wahpeton, N. Dak. Woodrow Pearson, Minneapolis Herbert Rusdahl, Superior, Wis. Joan Sears, Minneapolis Arnold Skaar, Minneapolis Donald Sween, Minneapolis Robert Tharp, Minneapolis Glen Theilmann, Minneapolis Elmer Winger, Minneapolis Sophomore Cla Office 1946 Norman Barren Bi tty Westphal Judith Adsi-m Helen Hecge President Vice President Secretary Treasurer 1947 Robert Anderson Paul Paulson Shirley Skonnord Doris Frojen TRUTH I AM THE WAY, THE AND THE LIFE Sophomoted ROOKING to Him who is the way, the truth, and the life, the Sophomore Class has spent two happy years at Augsburg. Entering the wide doors to the Main Building for the first time in the fall of 1945, we sensed the friendly, homelike atmosphere and decided immediately that we would like being mem- bers of the Auggie family.” During Freshman Week, we became acquainted with one another at the parties, receptions, and at Freshman Camp. Several weeks later, we were per- secuted cruelly by the unrelenting Sophomores, and with our arms stiff from carrying upperclassmen’s books, we wondered sadly if life at Augsburg was all it was supposed to be. But we soon recovered from our humiliation and showed ourselves to be a lively, active, and cooperative group, as we entered wholeheartedly into the various activities of campus life. We chose John Strom to be our president, and he successfully led us through our first stormy year at college. He was succeeded the next year by Bob Anderson. We returned eagerly in our Sophomore year to seek revenge on the green, incoming Frosh. Taking great satisfaction in seeing them suffer as we had suffered a year before, we commanded them unmercifully to wear their shoes on the wrong foot and Button!” Our numbers were increased by returning servicemen who joined us in our eager participation in school events. Several of us became officers in various organizations while others were active mem- bers. Incidentally, we studied occasionally too! Now we are looking forward to the remaining two years at Augsburg, and will continue to look to Christ for guidance and companionship in the years ahead. NO MAN COMETH UNTO THE FATHER, BUT BY ME Ti iiii.M a Alfsen, Zephyrills, Florida; Kuril Amstutz, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Ernest Amundsen, Anchorage, Alaska; Robert Andersen, Menominee, Michigan. Birth. Anderson, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Burton Anderson, W'illmar, Min- nesota; Ei.eanor Anderson, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Ethel Anderson, Hanley Falls, Minnesota. Forrest Anderson, Cushing, Minnesota; Jeanell Anderson, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Milo Anderson, Pasadena, Calif- ornia; Norm a n Anderson, Hendricks, Minnesota. Raymond Anderson, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Walter Anderson, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Elmer Anhalt, West by, Montana; Frank Ario, Mankato. Sophomore4- Paul Arnold, Fircstccl, South Dakota; Ac.nete Bagci r, Bihar, India; Robert Bakke, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Virginia Barken, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Charles Bard, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Robert Bartscii, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Karl Berg, I.os Angeles, California; Helen Bergeland, Dawson, Minnesota; Luther Berceeand, Dawson, Minnesota. Pki$cu.la Bohmann, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Phillip Boxrud, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Miriam Bredow, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Carol Brf.kken, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Donald Broden, Fertile, Minnesota; Lus- ter Broman, Atwater, Minnesota; Ron- ald Bruns, Morris, Minnesota; Milton Brustad, Pelican Rapids, Minnesota. James Bueide, Wallace, South Dakota; Erling Carlsen, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Arthur Carlson, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Arthur Carpenter, Minneapolis, Minnesota. David Christenson, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Howard Clark, Shaker Pines Lake, Connecticut; Alfred Ci.yne, L’Anse, Michigan; Norman Daiii.e, Aitkin, Min- nesota. Sophomores Vincent Dahle, Hawley, Minnesota; Phebe Dale, St. Paul, Minnesota; Mar- tuli. Disrud, Blanchardvillc, Wisconsin. Joyce Dreyer, Spokane, Washington; Laurence Durfee, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Jack Edmonton, Minneapolis, Min- nesota. Louis Ennen, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Phyllis Erickson, Doran, Minnesota; Leslie Evenson, Hector, Minnesota. I.uVernk Far ness, Spicer, Minnesota; Lee Feero, Jackson, Minnesota; David Fellani� , Colfax, Wisconsin. Shiri.ey Formo, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Floyd Foss, Hallock, Minnesota; Roger Fraley, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dora Frojkn, Oakes. North Dakota; Doris Frojen, Oakes, North Dakota; Sherrill Funkue, Silverton, Oregon. Shirley George, Minneapolis, Minnesota; John Gissel, Kcnmarc, North Dakota; Grace Gisselquisi’, Minneapolis, Minne- sota. Willard Gi.ade, Dows, Iowa; Dei.na Goertzen, Mountain Lake, Minnesota; Dolores Goode, Madelia, Minnesota. ... One o( tlio.ie enlightening sessions -- Vital issues are at stake! Sixty little “piyyied’ out Ior a Aunnitt ’. . . -Sophomored- Glenn Grahn, Hutchinson, Minnesota; Dareli. Greenup, Bcrthold, North Da- kota; James Gunderson, Garfield, Min- nesota. Arnold Halsrud, Jackson, Minnesota; Marguerite Hamilton, Maple Plain, Minnesota; June Hansen, Bowbclls, North Dakota. Harriet Haugen, Thief River Falls, Min- nesota; Helen Haukeness, Sebeka, Min- nesota; Melvin Haven, McHenry, North Dakota. Donald Hegc, Hanley Falls, Minnesota; Arnold Henjum, Hoffman, Minnesota; Avery Hoff, Pcquot Lakes, Minnesota. Norman Hoium, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Raymond Holden, Pittsfield, Massachu- setts; William Holden, Pittsfield, Mas- sachusetts. Gordon Holmquist, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Gari ield Hoversten, Lynd, Min- nesota; Robert Howard, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Rutii Isaacson, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Lorraine Iverson, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Marion Jacobsen, Racine, Wiscon- sin. Caroi. Johnson, Baglcy, Minnesota; Irene M. Johnson, Minot, North Da- kota; Lillian Johnson, Racine, Wiscon- sin. -■Sophomoxe4- Louise Johnson, Minneota, Minnesota; Marvin Johnson, Wanamingo, Minne- sota; Louis Juri.k, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Emerson Jury, Minneapolis, Minne- sota. Paul Kilde, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Margaret Knutson, St. Paul, Minnesota; Bernice Kolden, Portland, Oregon; Mildred Konsti.ri.il, Willmar, Minne- sota. Robert Krauss, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Robert Landahl, Robbinsdale, Minne- sota; James Lancsjoen, Everest, Kansas; Calvin Larson, Clarkticld, Minnesota. Dolores Larson, Dawson, Minnesota; Lyla Larson, Wanamingo, Minnesota; Marilyn Larson, Sauk Rapids, Minne- sota; Harold Lee, Poulsbo, Washington. Robert Lehman, sylvania; Gerald Minnesota; Arne Minnesota. Chambersburg, Penn- Lentz, Minneapolis, Locket, Hutchinson, I-'kancis Logan, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Peter I.OKKESOMOE, Hendricks, Minne- sota; Lorene McGinnis, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Shirley Mansfiei.d, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Russell Manthik, Mendota, Illinois; Arne Markland, Minneapolis, Minnesota. -Sophomore i- Samuel MlCHAELSON, Montevideo, Min- nesota; David Mickelsen, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Katherine Mork, Mora, Min- nesota; HiDECARDE Mortensen, Minne- apolis, Minnesota. Rayburn Munson, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Robert Nelson, Zumbrota, Minne- sota; Truit Nordstrom. Minneapolis, Minnesota; Theodore Nystuen, North- field, Minnesota. 1-MMETT Oien, Mora, Minnesota; Robert Olesky, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Everett Olson, Windom, Minnesota; John Ol- son, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Louise Olson, Webster, Minnesota; Lyla Oi.son, Kandiyohi, Minnesota; Miriam Olson, Minneapolis, Minnesota; LaVerne Opland, rhief River Falls, Minnesota. Paul Paulson, Turtle Lake, North Da- kota; Wayne Pearson, Champlin, Min- nesota; Charles Pederson, Everest, Kan- sas. Leonard Pedersen, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; John Phillipps, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Betty Ployhar, Valley City, North Dakota. John Prazniak. Minneapolis, Minnesota; Irving Pressnalle, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; John Quanbeck, Minneapolis, Min- nesota. Quentin Quanbeck, Bertha, Minnesota; Roy Radmachkr, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Howard Ri.vak, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Constance Rholl, Norchwood, North Dakota; William Robbins, Columbia Heights, Minnesota; Doris Rodmyrl, Hector, Minnesota. Klsie Roniiolm, Thief River Falls, Min- nesota; Ol.AF Ronninc, Windom, Min- nesota; John Ross, Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Sophomore Camera Shy . Iver Amundsen. Jerome Andersen. Vincent Andrews, Oscar Austad. Roy Berggren, Jack Bogle. Arthur Botten. Donald Buc. Edna Carlson. John Carlson. Jean Christensen. Richard Detchons. Roger Duebondorf, Donald Erickson. Harold Erick- son. Gilbert Fosse. John George. Carl Germundson. Edward Gmitro. Stanley Haukcncss. Gordon Hendrickson. Richard Holtc. John Hruska. Albert Jacobson. Charles Johnson. Ferner Johnson. Oscar Johnson, Katherine Jurdy. Donald Klym. William Knutson. Lowell Larson. Alfred Lindberg. Robert Mickelsen. Robert Nelson. Roger Nygard. Grant Pederson. Paul Roth, Staples, Minnesota; Henry Roues, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Reyden Rynken, Roseau, Minnesota. Edman Salem, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Mary Samuelson, Grasston, Minnesota; Wayne Schleif, Buffalo, Minnesota. Mary Schultz, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Harold Schwartz, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Ellsworth Serstock, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Margaret Serstock, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Milford Severtson, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Roai.d Severtson, Lake Park. Iowa. Marian Shaleen, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Lyle Shaw, Esthcrvillc, Iowa; Shirley Skonxord, Valley City, North Dakota. Mary Smith, Howard Lake, Minnesota; Wesley Snodgrass, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Oliver Solbi kg, Minneapolis, Min- nesota. Sophomorei Ernest Perry. Charles Peterson. Clifford Peterson. Olga Peterson. Dennis Pommcr, Eliot Qualy, John Quam. Ruth Quarfot. Ralph Raymond. Robert Rogne, Stanley Rosen. William Rothausen. Jerome Solomon, Herbert Strand. Donald Swancll. Paul Swiggum. Arline Thorsen. Riehard Thorvig. Stuart Thurston. Sheldon Torgerson, Clarence Treumcr. Raymond Wagner. Robert Wall. Kenneth Walsh. Donald Walstead. Raymond Warn. Robert Weagant. Eugene Welter, John Werket. Charles Wetzlcr, John Wetzler, Edwin Yattaw. Elsa Young. Dorothy Solheim, Racine, Wisconsin; Norman Sorensen, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Kenneth Sorensen, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Adolph Sorestad, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Elroy Stock, Kensington, Minne- sota; John Strom, St. Paul, Minnesota Neil Stuempges, Hinckley, Minnesota; Gloria Swanson, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Lorraine Telander, Mora, Minnesota. Sopliomoxed Jennings Thompson, Binford, North Dakota; Norman Thompson, Binford, North Dakota; Borchild Torvik, Moose Lake, Minnesota; Betsie Towns, Silver- ton. Oregon. Esther Tuncseth, Seattle, Washington; George Tweed, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Vernon Tweedt, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Rueben Vane, Dawson, Minnesota. Siegel Varner, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Chakmeon Voss, Odessa, Minnesota; Mary Jane Wanous, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Charlotte Watt, Bayfield, Wis- consin. Norma Westby, Fairdalc, North Dakota; Calvin WestphaI., Willnur. Minnesota; Wayne Wickoren, McLeod, North Da- kota; Donald Wickstrom, Hinckley, Minnesota. Jte kman ClaAA Officet 1946 John Strom Shirley Formo Phyllis Erickson Glf.n Landvick Philip Quanbeck Shirley Mansfield President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Social Director 1947 Samuel Michaei.son Erling Cari.sen Marilyn Larson Carl Vaagenes Beatrice Moen GOD, STUDY TO SHEW THYSELF APPROVED UNTO 3re kmen IV E still show a tinge of the tattle-talc green we wore when we first stepped upon the Augsburg campus during the third week of last September. The Welcome Frosh” sign on Memorial Hall consoled us somewhat as we plunged in the whirl of entrance exams, registration, and freshman receptions. Climaxing this first week of our initiation into the Augsburg family was the week-end Frosh camp at Medicine Lake . . . here we learned to know each other, as well as to become acquainted with the various campus organizations and their leaders. In rapid succession followed the week of tyrannic sophomore rule. We will long remember curt commands of Button, Frosh! . . . wearing little green caps . . . and socks that didn’t match . . . pigtails . . . shirts and tics that should have been worn front side front . . . the Frosh-Soph tussle . . . and each event of our first Augsburg homecoming. It took us a while to realize that we could not join every campus club and participate in every activity, and to absorb the shock of receiving our grades and learning that we didn't, after all, know absolutely everything. But at last we have become oriented to college life, and as a class we arc proud of the con- tributions Freshmen have made in the fields of music, sports, and scholastic achievement. We look forward to returning to Augsburg and toward the completion of our college activities, ever mindful of Paul's admonition to Timothy— Study to shew thycself approved unto God a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” (II Tim. 2:15) A WORKMAN THAT NEEDETH NOT TO BE ASHAMED... -------Jxedkmen------------ Orris- Agrimson, Rochester, Minnesota; Vera Ai.8F.rg, Tigerton, Wisconsin; Thomas Alpsen, Zephyrhills, Florida; Kenneth Anderson, Fllendalc, Minne- sota. Waldemar Anderson, Harwell, Minne- sota; Richard Aune, Underwood, Min- nesota; Andrew Balerud, Minot, North Dakota; Frances Beckman, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Gordon Berg, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Gordon Berntson, Edinburg, North Da- kota; Jack Berry, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Donald Blom, Calumet, Michigan. Donald Borgen, Excelsior, Minnesota; I ici-red Bue, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Ann Bueide, Wallace, South Dakota; Donald Buesing, Glenwood, Minnesota. Floyd Burich, Brownton, Minnesota; David Calderwood, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Fabian Carlson, Branham, Minne- sota; James Carlson, Minneapolis, Min- nesota. June Carlson, Granada, Minnesota; Robert Careson, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Norma Carpenter, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Pauline Chalmers, Minne- apolis, Minnesota. Jeanette Chrislock, Superior, Wiscon- sin; Douglas Cross, Felton, Minnesota; Adelene Dahle, Fargo, North Dakota; Shirley Dahlen, Luverne, Minnesota. Howard Durst, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Doris Dyck, Anoka, Minnesota; Robert Eftedahe, Menominee, Michigan; Ken- neth Egcen, Medicine Lake, Montana. Jeanne Ekbi.ad, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Charlotte Ellincson, Rugby, North Dakota; Curtis Emberson, Argyle, Wis- consin; Rudy Engelmax, Clarissa, Min- nesota. Stephen Encelstad, Astoria, South Da- kota; Enoch Englund, St. Paul, Minne- sota; Raymond Erickson, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Kenneth Fagerlie, Minne- apolis, Minnesota. Delores Farm, Guckeen, Minnesota; Orion Felland, Colfax, Wisconsin; Joan Peking, Lamberton, Minnesota; Ray Fis- cher, Buffalo Lake, Minnesota. Evelyn Folkestad, Montevideo, Minne- sota; Doris Foreand, Newfolden, Minne- sota; Charlotte Forness, Fargo, North Dakota; Meredith Foss, Minot, North Dakota. !Jre hmen J4id JJighne33, (Btave bave, with Queen Jju Vexne, lead3 X'ikiny3 down slippery .ilope 3xe hmen Beverly Fowler, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Merlyn Fridman, Carlos, Minnesota; Roderick Frye, St. Paul, Minnesota; June Gi.ttei.man, Minot, North Dakota; Ray Ginsburg, Hec- tor, Minnesota. Louis Goertzen, Mountain Lake, Minnesota; LaVerne Gothe, Fargo, North Dakota; Dorothy Gramling, Climax, Minnesota; Helen Green, Thief River Falls, Minnesota; Orimia Grimsrud, Wildrosc, North Dakota. Beverly Hacelie, Grand Forks. North Dakota; Marilyn Hai.vor- son, Minneapolis, Minnesota; How- ard Hai.vorson, Cully, Minnesota; Carrol Hauge, Fertile, Minnesota; Rhonda Hektner, Fargo, North Dakota. Benoix Hoiseth, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Robert Hoeft, Shafer, Min- nesota; William Holtb, Minneap- olis, Minnesota; Kermit Hoversten, Lynd, Minnesota; Vincent Hover- sten, I.ynd, Minnesota. Raynard Huglen, Newfoldcn, Min- nesota; Walter Hybbert, Minne- apolis, Minnesota; Vivian Ingebrigt- son, Wannaska, Minnesota; Marion Iverson, Mound, Minnesota, Orville Iverson, Mound, Minnesota. J Elsie Jacobsen, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Garfield Jacobson, Vashon, Washington; Delphine Jensen, Canby, Minnesota; Jeroi.o Jensen, Siren, Wisconsin; Esther Johnson, Minncota, Minnesota. Harvey Johnson, Swanvillc, Min- nesota; Hilbert Johnson, Minne- apolis, Minnesota; Irene A. John- son, Westbrook, Minnesota; Mar- jorie Johnson, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Rueben Johnson, Osna- brock. North Dakota. Wilbur Johnson, Osnabrock, North Dakota; Yvonne Johnson, Minne- apolis, Minnesota, Krystal Kalle- stai), Leith, North Dakota; Lloyd Kallevig, Willmar, Minnesota; An- GEI.INE Kilnitz, Raymond, Minne- sota. Esther Kleven, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Luther Kleven, Minneap- olis, Minnesota; Sylvia Kleven. Blanchardville, Wisconsin; Joan Kloos, Herman, Minnesota; Carroi i Knudson, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Lucili Knutson, Revere, Minnesota; Barbara Koi.di n, Portland, Oregon; Ruth Kolden, Portland, Oregon; Paul Konsteri.ie, Menominee. Mi- chigan; Margery Krencel, I.ambcr- ton, Minnesota. Kenneth Kvhlman. Lester Prairie. Minnesota: Roger Kuiilmann. Boyd.Minnesota: Jean Kuklish. New EiTlnKton. South Dakota: Dorns Kyllo. Kenyon. Minnesota: Archie Lamm. Tiosa. North Dakota; Lois Lamson. St. Paul. Minnesota: Arvel Landsverk. Havre. Montana: Georgette Lanes, Granite Falls. Minnesota, David Lancacer. Epping. North Dakota: Harvard Larson. Clarkfield. Minnesota: Myren Larson. Benson. Minnesota: Lola I.iostrom. Grasston. Min- nesota: Richard Lucas, Minneapolis. Minnesota; Ronald Lund. Wanamingo, Minnesota: Joyce Lundeen, Annandale. Minnesota: Arthur McCue. Minneapolis. Minnesota. -----------------------------------------------3redhmen----------------------------------------------------- Thor lough Meier, Cumberland, Wisconsin; Leonard Mei by. Will- mar, Minnesota; Robert Michei.sen, Minneapolis, Minnesota; John Midt- i inc, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Don- aid Mikkeeson. I'.r.mina Mikkii son, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Donna Mae Miller, Mi- not, North Dakota; Katherine Mu - teness, Benson, Minnesota; Marga- ret Moe, Constance, Minnesota; Bea- trice Moen, Hinckley, Minnesota. Keith Mortensen, St. Paul, Minne- sota; James Neiderheiser, Milwau- kee, Wisconsin; Aieeen Nelson, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Daniel Nelson, Spicer, Minnesota; Elaine Nelson, Wood Lake, Minnesota. Jean Nelson, Minneapolis, Minne- sota Hjai mer Nei.son, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Margaret Nelson, Min- neapolis, Minnesota; Dolores No- lan, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Joan Norton, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Edith Nutwick, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Joyce Nye, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Eunice Nystuen, Green- bush, Minnesota; Arnold Oil, Mon- tevideo, Minnesota; Robert Olson, Brooklyn, New York. LaVekke Olson. Minneapolis, Minnesota: Lois Olson. Lamberton. Minnesota: Oliver Olson. Climax. Minnesota; Abdetji Obr. Jordan. Minnesota: Carl Paulson. La Crosse. Wisconsin: Robert Paulson, Minneapolis. Minnesota: Donald Peterson, Minneapolis. Minnesota: Juliet Peterson. Con- stance. Minnesota. SmiiLEV Pratt. Webster. South Dakota: Ellen Quam. Fargo. North Dakota: Dacnky Quanbkck. Minneapolis. Minnesota: Kristian Rein. Bergen. Nor- way: Charles Richter. Minneapolis. Minnesota: Rita Ristvedt, Minneapolis. Minnesota; Kenneth Roiiiiins, Minneapolis. Minnesota: Erlinc Rod- vik. Ft. Madison. Iowa. -----------------------------------------------------3red It men-------------------------------------------------------------- Luther Rodvik, Ft. Madison. Iowa; Anceline Rolland, Milroy, Minne- sota; Marilyn Rykken, Willmar, Minnesota; Donald Sateren, Bran- don, Minnesota; Bakiiara Schinlf.r, Blanchard ville, Wisconsin. Carol Schmidt, Moose Lake, Minne- sota; Ruth Selvic, Minneapolis, Min- nesota; Evelyn Shklstad, New Ef- fington. South Dakota; John Shel- stad, Doran, Minnesota; Verna Mae Sheveland, Hanley Falls, Minnesota. Margaret Simpson, Tigcrton, Wis- consin; Donald Sivertson, Mari- nette, Wisconsin; Harriet Skon- nord, Valley City, North Dakota; Lyle Smith, Milaca, Minnesota; June Soberg, Minneapolis, Minne- sota. Veola Soberg, Lakeville, Minnesota; Loren Stock, Kcnnington, Minne- sota; Faye Strandvoi.d, Fargo, North Dakota; Raymond Strot, Minne- apolis; Roy Sweiven, Waverly, Min- nesota. Joel Swiggum, Minneapolis, Minne- sota; Robert Thompson, Blanehard- ville, Wisconsin; Virginia Thomp- son, Hendricks, Minnesota; Harold Tollkison, Osnabrock, North Da- kota; Stanley Toussaint, Hinckley, Minnesota. Raymond Trochmann, Thief River Falls; Richard Turnquist, Minne- apolis, Minnesota; Dorothy Twi- ton. Sun Prairie, Wisconsin; Carl Vaagenes, Madagascar, Africa; Mel- vin Vigen, Thief River Falls, Min- nesota; Melvin Vii.and, Veblcn, South Dakota; Shirley Wahi strom, Grasston, Minnesota; Carol Wat- son, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Eve- lyn Wegck, Minneapolis, Minnesota; LaVonne Wessman, Dasscl, Minne- sota; Joann Wicklund, Hopkins, Minnesota; Kenneth Wickstrom. Isanti, Minnesota; Marjorie Wil- berg, Taylors Falls, Minnesota; Elaine Williamson, Grccnbush, Minnesota; Carol Ysteboe, Fargo, North Dakota. Camera Shy 3redhmen Edward Albers. Bernard Allen. Adellc Amschler. Jeanette Anderson. Robert Anderson. Sheldon Anderson. Richard Asplund. Herman Aune. Morris Bennett. Herbert Blagcr, Pierre Boutan. Richard Braun. William Brennan. Irving Burling. William Butler. Eugene Campbell. Lloyd Carlson. Donald Carson. David Dillon. Floyd Ernest. Milton Egge. Sheldon Engebretson. Gale Erickson. Winston Fischer. Merald Folkestad. Levan Gilbertson. Carol Gramer. Obert Halvorson. Richard Halvorson, Russell Hanson. John Hanson. Don- ald Harris. Floyd Helle. Wallace Hitzeman. Bruce Hotter. Donald Hoplin. Miriam Hoplin. Robert Howells. Luther Iverson. Eldon Jameson. Donald Jarvis. Douglas Johnson. Owen Johnson. Allen Junkermeier. George Katagiri. George Kertesz. Gladys Eleven. Rodman Knudson, Earl Kommcrstad. George Lanes. Roger Leak. Lynn Lundin. Albert Mateyko. Arthur Meyer. Herbert Murdock. Nathan Nelson. Allen Norby. Jean Nordquist. John Norton. Blaine Olson, William Olson. Gertrude Paulson. Frank Peterson. James Peterson. Joseph Polunc. Wilfred Potter. Donald Reshotar. Kenneth Rogue. Louis Rolf. Melvin Romfo. Bert Sandberg. Alfred Sanncrud. Lavcrn Schumack. Conrad Singsaas. Roselyn Skarsten. Russel Smith. Victor Snider. Arthur Spende. Wayne Stutelberg. Zane Tassler. Marion Thompson. Paul Tilleson. Raymond Tomlinson. Phillip Wallin. Burton Watson. Paul Weinreis. Special Studenti Donald Bcrthon. Arley Bragg. Charles Carlson. Vance DeMong. Joseph Francinc. James Gronseth. Marius Haakenstad, Bernice Magnuson. William Scarborough. Ann Staub. Marlys Stensing. Carl Strand. Bernard Thompson. Special Studenti Knot Anker-Goi.i, Bergen. Nor- way; Roland Gustafson, Verona, New Jersey; Avis Hage, Minneap- olis, Minnesota; Jeanette Jacob- son, Racine, Wisconsin; John Kaa- le, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Odd Langmoen, Bavmunddal, Nor- way; Lorraine. Lien, Blanchardville, Wisconsin; Ragnvald Peterson, Drammen, Norway; Myrtle Skur- dal, Williston, North Dakota; F.kn- est Thorsgard, Northwood, North Dakota. Hti ute To a Great Choir Master YV E dedicate this section of the Augsburgian to Professor Henry P. Opscth, commem- orating the twenty-five years of service he has given to Augsburg. To hundreds of former Auggies and friends, Oppie”, as everyone calls him, needs no eulo- gizing. They will never forget the man, and these words can not express the great regard they hold for him. Lest there be those who do not know and understand him, we are trying to briefly sketch a few features of his person- ality. Oppie” has devoted his life to music. To him it transcends anything this world offers to satisfy the soul of man. To him, it is even more than a source of satisfaction because it is through music that he serves and praises God. Humbly realizing that perfection is humanly impossible, Oppie” nevertheless constantly strives to glorify God through the best in mu- sic. He makes no compromise with the cheap and inferior, and if he demands much of others, he demands twice as much of himself. Mere technical polish that satisfies many critics is an incidental factor in his building of a choir. His music must have a message for the listener which can come only from an inspired group. Many critics, while praising the interpretive technique of the Augsburg Choir and its director, have also made special reference to the spirit of devout worship that characterizes each per- formance. It is a great and rare privilege to work under a man like Oppie.” Too many of us do not realize this until it is too late, so from year to year we wear down his patience with our lazi- ness and indifference. Yet our whole lives will be enriched through the example of a man whose true devotion, and humble, unselfish, and unstinting efforts have been to serve and better mankind. MEMBERS OF THE BAND ARE: Flutes—S. Klcvcn, B. HugcHc. L. Larson. Clarinets—R. Hirokawa. V. Thompson. M. Iverson. M. Vigen. H. Haukeness. J. Tibke. R. Amstutz. J. Neidcrheiser. J. Lundecn, M. Krengel. E. Shelstad. R. Hoeft. J. Wicklund. Oboe—J. Ekblad. Alto Saxes—I. Burling. L. Knutson. Tenor Saxes—D. Randkleve. L. Lien. Bassoon—J. Nordquist. Comets—W. Stutclbcrg. D. Walstad, H. Aunc. W. Johnson. B. Everts, R. Mickelson. Horns—R. Tor- gerson. R. Krauss. M. Wilbcrg. Baritones—C. Westphal, S. Formo. W. Robbins. Trom- bones— S. Brandt. D. Hinsverk. S. Torgcrson. D. Blom. O. Fclland. M. Brustad. G. Greg- guson. K. Hoversten. Basses—V. Hoversten. C. Hauge. R. Johnson. Percussion—G. Par- sons. E. Campbell, V. Holmberg. D. Rust. HE Augsburg College Concert Band this year cstab- 1 lished a new standard of high quality performance. With a gratifying increase in instrumentation, the band was enabled to broaden its repertoire to include such master works as: Dvorak’s Finale to the New World Symphony,” The First Movement of Grieg’s Piano Concerto,” Concertinc” for clarinet by von Weber, and von Suppe’s famous Light Cav- alry Overture.” Increasing emphasis on instrumental music can be predicted for the future at Augsburg. In the past, the band has struggled bravely for recognition, handicapped by crowded practice quarters and an even more crowded cur- riculum. However, next year these conditions show promise of being relieved, and this year’s fine showing definitely points to bigger and better bands at Augsburg. Much credit for this year’s instrumental progress goes to Mr. Lcland B. Satercn. A composer of increasing rcknown in the vocal field, Mr. Sateren is interested and capable as well in band-building. For several years he was active in high school band work, becoming director of the band clinic pro- gram heard on the University of Minnesota radio station. This program, incidentally, won first place in a contest spon- sored by the national Institute for Education by Radio.” Mr. Satercn returned to the Augsburg music faculty this year after a three-year absence, having been director of the band from 1940 to 1943. Wayne Stutelbkrg, Don Walstad and Willis Johnson—Comc isis. I.eland B. Sateren lit Row: J. Hanson, C. Quam. H. Bertness. M. Schindler. E. Wcstphal, M. Nelson. I. Johnson. R. Holm. A, Valvik. L. Lar- son. M. Anderson. N. Satcren. E. Kolden. C. Rholl. C. Shiell. M. Manser. A. Dahle. 2nd Row: E, Jappe. C. Martin. S. Formo. G. Vik. S. Manslicld. C. Watt. B. Eksc. M. Smith. C. Erickson. C. Siverlsen. M. Foss. M. Paulson. P. Lee. G. Box- rud. M. Peterson. H. Paulson. E. Johnson. S. Haukcness. D, Quanbeck. J. Christensen. D. Rust. 3rd Rote: G. Bretheim. S. Bartilson. P. Paulson. J. Jacobson. K. Sorenson. C. Trelstad. W. Aos. P. Quanbeck. John Strom. A. Dvrud. S. Erickson. G. Jacobson. R. Ulrich. H. Anderson. H. Ensebretson. G. Ryan. J. Foichat. J. Gissel. J. Steen. D. Knox. Not pictured: Sylvia Brandt. Dolores Larson. Bernice Kolden. 1946 - Olie cAug-dbutg, AST year’s choir was a group of sincere, hard-working singers that ’'Oppie” molded into a finely balanced choir of which Augsburg can be justly proud. The repertoire contained music of such technical difficulty that few choirs ever attempt to perform it. Critics from Min- neapolis to Portland, Oregon, gave this choir only the highest praise. Throughout the entire school year the choir strove for perfection under Oppie’s” exacting guidance, so that when the school year ended, a poised and confident group eagerly boarded two new busses for the Coast. I he endless miles, the monotonous scenery, the early-summer heat, all conspired to make the first part of the trip a hardship. Yet each concert was an added triumph for the choir and its message of God’s love. Never was there a let-down in the cooperative spirit of each member and everyone was thrilled to have a part in such a big undertaking. For most of them it was a big adventure to view the scenic grandeur of the Pacific Northwest. Yellowstone Park thrilled the choir members on the trip back home, as did the prospect of seeing their hometowns soon. Medicine Lake Bible Camp welcomed the choir a month after we bade them God- speed. Many a weary choir member was glad the trip was over, but now remem- bers it as a one of the happiest experiences of the past because of the close bands of friendship formed in times of hardship and pleasure. Time out for a stretch and A SNACK IN THE ROCKIES . . . -J 1st Row: J. Hansen, H. Bert ness. J. Dreyer. S. Mansfield. M. Schindler. M. Nelson. E. Westphal. B. Kolden. C. Watt. V. Sobers. D. Quanbeck. E. Kolden. C. Rholl. B. Hagclie. D. Rust. M. Manger, C. Forness, C. Quain, A. Roiland. 2nd Row: L. Gothc, D. Frojcu. H. Skonnord. M. Peterson. C. Cramer, M. Rykken. C. Sivcrtsen, P. Paulson. R. Quanbeck. L. Larson. J. Fering. H. Paulson. S. Brandt. M. Anderson. G. Gregguson, G. Vik, S. Formo. B. Moen. 3rd Rom: K. England. K. Sorenson. R. Swenson. V. Ovrebo. W. Aos. P. Quanbeck. M. Oisrud. G. Ahlquist. J. Strom. C. Anderson. J. Petersen. T. Nordstrom. C. Paulson. H. Engebretson. D. Hinsvcrk. L. Klcven. P. Kildc. H. Olson. C. Emberson. College Clio it - 1947 I HIS year the choir acquitted itself with distinction, upholding the high standard of choral music for which Augsburg is noted. In addition to its many Twin-City appearances, the choir sang twenty-three concerts on its 3000-mile tour of the mid-western states. Week-end tours of large portions of the state made the year a record-breaking one in concert appearances, liach member can be justly proud of the success of this group musically, financially, and espe- cially spiritually. The fine cooperation and active Christian spirit of its members made the choir truly representative of the high ideals of Augsburg. As choir members, looking back over the choir year, we remem- ber a lot of nice things—our Christmas concert with the Choral Club, singing for the Minneapolis Rotary Club, caroling at the Veteran’s Hospital, our trip through the Mid-West (even the bliz- zards in Iowa), and those wonderful people who took us in on Sunday evenings after three concerts and three hundred miles. Also, the reception at St. Olaf College, the write-up after the Central Lutheran Concert, Hendricks, Minnesota, and coming back to Augsburg after each trip. A lot of nice people too . . . Hopper, Mrs. Quanbeck, Iver, F. Melius, Mrs. Rodvick, Kansas farmers, Missouri manufacturers, wounded veterans, all the flaen- nas,” and of course Oppie.” Our prayers, our songs, our laughter, our close associations, and our common cause have made it a won- derful year. Anotiif.r difficult number l-OK THE Rl-PETWAll” . . . ! 1st Row: J. Jacobson. A. South. A. Aos. M. Myrvik. L. Johnson. A. Strand. D. Frojen. N. Myrvik. D. Solhcim. M. Jacob- son. H. Hausen. V. Thorson. R. Ainstutz. C. Mork. 2nd Row: A. Nelson. B. Towns. J. Drcycr. M. Solhcim. M. Rvgh. O. Aaker. H. Mortensen. L. Olson. L. Amstutz. J. Sears. L. Wilbers. H. HaukeneSS, C. Carlsen. 3rd Row: J. Ulrins. M. Samuelson. E. Tungscth. S. Skonnord. D. Hinsverk. M. Kuhn. E. Olson. D. Tjornholm. M. Bredow. O. Larson. D. Frojen. G. Vlk. M. Brustad. H. Olson. 4tlt Row: O. So berg. E. Knudson. R. Swenson. R. Gerllnger. T. Nystuen. V. Tweedt. M. Disrud. N. Sorenson. A. Knutson. T. Fieg. D. Hinsverk. P. Sanders. W. Hesselgravc. 1946 - Ohe c4ug,dbutg, I HE CHORAL CLUB of 1946 was an outgrowth of a Ladies’Chorus organized by Profes- sor Opscth in 1945. When the manpower supply on the campus was replenished at the beginning of the second semester and Norman Myrvik returned to the faculty, male voices were added to the Ladies’ Chorus, forming a chorus of sixty singers. Betsy Towns was the president of the Ladies’ Chorus and continued in that capacity after the organization of the mixed chorus. Milton Brustad served as vice-president, Esther Tungseth as secretary, Vera Thorson as treasurer, Jeanette Jacobson as librarian, and Elrie Knudson as business manager. The Spring tour, taken from May 7 to May 12 brought the Choral Club to Mora, Hinckley, Moose Lake, Duluth, Lake City, and Rochester, in Minnesota, and Cumberland, Amery, and La Crosse, in Wisconsin. Several high school performances were given where programs of secular and sacred music were presented showing the history and de- velopment of music. Mr. Myrvik was a member of the Augsburg teaching staff before entering the service in July of 1943. As a lyric tenor, he ranked high in several music contests, both re- gional and national, while stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas. At present he is studying at the Juilliard School of Music in New York City. Watching the bears? No. . . . Gink , Joyce, and Myrvik on Ciiorai. Took viewing La Crosse from high bluff. Thu Choral Club rides in style t i GAIN this year, the Choral Club has thrilled ' many listeners with its rendition of the finest in the literature of sacred choral music. Under the direction of Leland B. Sateren, the Choral Club sang from the music of Hassler, Brahms, F. Melius Chris- tensen, Ingcgneri, Sateren, Martin Shaw, Paul Chris- tiansen, and others, in addition to a select group of beloved folk-melodies. During its mid-winter tour (February 8 to 17), the Choral Club appeared in Mora, LaPorte, Bcmidji, Bagley, Fosston, Thief River Falls, Roseau, Grccnbush, Newfoldcn, Hawley, Battle Lake, Ashby, and Hoffman, Minnesota. A music critic in one of the cities visited made the following comment in his review of the concert: ''The choir is to be highly commended for splendid teamwork, and for the pliability which they showed, molding their tones and phrases in response to the slightest indication of their conductor. They displayed flaw- less precision in the most transparent sections, exquisite control and blending . . . and a conse- crated spirit essential to the successful performance of such a program.” Officers of the Choral Club are: business manager, John Quanbeck; president, Milton Bru- stad; vice president, Erling Hclland; secretary, Esther Tungseth; treasurer, Marilyn Larson; and librarian, Doris Frojen. Ckotal Club - 1947 Ixl Roll): L. Iverson. L. Knudson. E. Quam. A. Amshlcr. H. Haugen. J. Sears. D. Kyllo. J. Wick Kind. S. Toussaint. H. Aune. M. Brcdow. H. Mortenson. E. Tungseth. A. Bueide. S. Dahlen. M. Mce. L. Wilberg. J. Solbcrg. 2nd Row: D. Sol- hoim. D. Twiton, E. Green. M. Smith. S. Skonnord. M. Samuclson. M. Rygh. J. Gettelman. M. Larson. E. Rodvik. M. Bru- stad. V. Thompson. E. Olson. D. Gramling. E. Folkestad. E. Nut wick. H. Green. M. Iverson. D. Frojen. S. Kleven. Mr. Sateren. 3rd Row: M. Jacobson. D. Forland. J. Olson. P. Arnold. D. Wickstrom. N. Stuempges. E. Knudson. A. Oie. L. Kallevig. F. Helle, J. Quanbeck. E. Holland. P. Sanders. E. Oicn, T. Nystucn. W. Hessclgravc. J. Ross. H. Roufs. M. Anderson. G. Hoverstcn. Gerhard Bretheim. First Tenor; Ben Bretheim. Second Tenor: John Steen, Baritone: John Strom. Bass; Rev. Merton P. Strommen at the Piano. cAugdbuxg, QoZpel Quartet lC ITH the prayer in their hearts that they might be used in bringing souls w to the foot of the Cross,” the Augsburg Gospel Quartet in the summer of 1946 presented over one hundred inspiring concerts in churches all over the northwest from L’Ansc, Michigan and Rockford, Illinois to Bellingham, Wash- ington and Silvcrton, Oregon. Together with Rev. Merton P. Strommen, Youth Director of the Luther League Federation, who traveled with them in the in- terest of the young people of the Lutheran Free Church, they also sought through word and song to challenge and stimulate young Christians on to greater service for Christ. Rev. Strommen traveled with them for the first 8,000 miles of their 11,000 mile tour of the Northwest. The members of the quartet have travelled and sung together for the past three years. During this time they developed and became noted for a rare perfection of harmony and interpretation. Much of the credit for their originality of interpretation goes to Rev. Strommen who arranged their music. In addition to the extensive tour made during the summer months the quartet presented many concerts near and in the Twin Cities on week-ends during the school year. Phil Quanbeck, Kenneth Sorenson, John Quanbeck, and Paul Paulson, the harmonizers selected for 1947, will tour the upper-midwest this summer. jHu ic Club AUGSBURG COLLEGE has always been noted for its brilliant mu- sic department, so it is inevitable that there should be an active music club on its campus. This club, composed of students vitally in- terested in all or any phase of music, both vocal and instrumental, meets with the chief purpose of developing and further extending the mu- sical interests and abilities of its members. It has also as its aim the fostering of an active interest in music in the student body as a whole. The major project of the society this year has been the presentation of a recital of piano music by thirteen year old Arthur Allen Olson, a Minneapolis prodigy, on March 24. Arthur Olson was the winner of the 1946 Minneapolis Aquatennial class B piano contest, winner of the 1946 Chicago-land Music Festival class B piano solo contest, and a winner recently in the student contest sponsored by the Thursday Musical, a national federation of music organizations. 1st row: M. Iverson. S. Klcvcn. M. Peterson. E. Olson. C. Sivertsen. L. Larsen. E. Green. S. Skonnord. D. Frojen. D. Hins- verk. V. Hoversten. 2nd row: M. Rykkcn. II. Olson, S. Mlchaelson. D. Frojen. S. Brandt. 1st row on floor: P. Erickson. B. Towns. P. Blikstad. C. Schmidt. K. Sorenson. R. Solheim. W. Aos. M. Larson. L. Wilbert . L. Shaw. L. Johnson. L. Feero, G. Vlk. J. Shelstad. L. Kallevlg. 2nd row seated: E. Carlson. P. Stohlberg. R. Lehman. B. Hagelie. D. Dyck. M. Hal- vorson. I. Johnson. L. Jensen. V. Solbcrg. D. Goertzcn. A. Valvik. C. Larson. E. Falkestad. M. Jacobsen. E. Tungscth, M. Samuelson. 3rd row standing: J. Gisscl. D. Longager. H. Skonnord. H. Paulson. L. Larson. E. Green. E. Olson. A. Dyrud. G. Jacobsen. C. Paulson. M. Viland. B. Torvick. O. Ronholm. D. Randklev. M. Konsterlie. J. Carlson. R. Thompson. 4th row standing: P. Arnold. M. Hamil- ton. M. Moe. D. Knox. S. Kleven. K. Berg. A. Aos. R. Huglon, C. Mork. N. Dahle, D. Larson. M. Erickson. J. Jacobsen. A, Bueide. C. Forness. G. Lanes. L. Wcssman. C. Vaagoncs. Z)he jUiJJion Society, I HE aim of the Mission Society is to arouse concern among the students at Augsburg for those who arc without the knowledge of Christ, and their hope is that many will dedicate their lives to the proclaiming of the message of salvation, both here and to the uttermost parts of the world.” The Mission Society was divided into groups that visited regularly the Gateway Gospel Mission, Deaconess Hospital, Deaconess Home, Augustana Home, and Lineas Home. The society also helped in the support of a native pastor in Madagascar, and carried on a successful drive for Lutheran World Relief. The fellowship meeting, held on the first Friday evening of each month, and the third Thursday evening mid-week service, arc under the auspices of the society. Each year an annual mission festival is held. The theme for 1945-46 was ’'All for Christ, Christ for All.” In 1946-47 our thoughts were centered around the theme Com- plete Christ’s Commission” as missionary speakers presented the needs of various fields. The society of 1945-46 was headed by Donald Knox, president; Gudrun Vik, vice-president; Merideth Foss, secretary; and Chester Trclstad, treasurer. The officers for 1946-47 were: Louis Jensen, president; Amos Dyrud, vice-president; Helen Paulson, secretary; and Bob Anderson, treasurer. J utket J eague jl HE Augsburg College Luther League was organized in the Fall of 1945. To help Christians grow by serving has been one of its main purposes. My meat is to do the will of Him that sent Me, and to accomplish His work.” John 4:34. One mid-week service a month is sponsored by this organization, with students taking part in the preparation and presentation of the program. The Luther League also is in charge of one social meeting a month. The presence of Christ has been wonderfully felt at these meetings. In the fall of 1946 the first annual Pocket Testament League Banquet was held at Trinity Church. Those who attended were richly blessed as Rev. Merton Strommen brought the mes- sage from the Word of God. Successful drives for money and clothing for Lutheran World Action and Lutheran World Relief were also conducted by the Luther League. The Officers for 1945-1946 were: Wallace Aos, president; Phyllis Erickson, vice-presi- dent; Corrinne Shiell, secretary; Roger Ulrich and Elrie Knudson, treasurers; and Betsy Towns, P.T.L. Secretary. Those serving in 1946-1947 were: Merle Erickson, president; Marguerite Hamilton, vice-president; Catherine Mork, secretary; Russell Solheim, treasurer; and Jeanette Jacobson, P.T.L. secretary. Isl row: J. Gissel. P. Arnold. G. Bcrnston, C. Schmidt. E. Green. M. Hamilton. B. Towns, B. Torvik. D. Larson. L. Kallcvig. 2nd row: C. Vaagenes, P. Erickson. M. Jacobson. K. Sorenson. I. Johnson. W. Aos. M. Erickson. D. Dyck. A. Valvlk. O. Ronholm. D. Bandklev, S. Kleven. M. Halvorson. 3rd row: D. Knox. R. Huglcn. H. Skonnord. M. Sam nelson, E. Tungscth. M. Konsterlic. E. Folkc- stad. G. Jacobson. A. Dyrud. C. Paulson. C. Larson. M. Viland. J. Shelstad. E, Olson. R. Solheim. 4th row: N. Dahle. J. Jacobson. C. Mork. R. U'hman, A. Aos. M. Moe. G. Lancs. C. Forncss. A. Bueide. B. Hagelie, S. Dahlen. L. Johnson. E. Nystuen, R. Thomp- son. G. Vik. L. Larson. V. Jensen, O. Olson, G. Torgrimson, M. Erickson, J. Hanson. L. Jensen J%elig,iou£ Council f FTER guiding the school in its religious activities, the council says at the end of the year ' with the Apostle Paul, Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ who hath blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ.” Ephesians 1:3. The Religious Council has charge of all Religious activities at Augsburg. Presidents of the Luther League, Mission Society, and the Association of Women Students are members of the council and along with three other students and a faculty adviser, they plan the religious meetings to be conducted during the year. The council supervises plans for spiritual emphasis weeks, the mission festival, mid-week services, evening dormitory prayer meetings, noon-prayer meetings, student chapel services, and Monday evening all-school prayer meetings. Members of the Council during 1945-1946 were Dr. Stcnsvaag, Adviser; Randolph Quan- beck, President of the Student Society; Amos Dyrud, Chairman of religious activities; Donald Knox, President of the Mission Society; Wallace Aos, President of the Luther League; and Helen Hegge, representative from the A.W.S. Dr. Stcnsvaag was again the adviser this year, with Justin Torgrimson, Chairman of religious activities; Vernon Jensen, President of the Student Society; June Hansen, Representative from A.W.S.; Merle Erickson, President of the Luther League; Louis Jensen, President of the Mission Society; and Orville Olson, President of the L.S.A. as members. Student Society, O icerA II HE STUDENT SOCIETY at Augsburg is the center of the cycle of school 1 activity. Interest in this society by the student body is manifested in direct proportion to school spirit and the general solidarity of the school as a whole. Because of the increased number of students at Augsburg this year, the student directors have been more than usually busy co-ordinating all-school functions and keeping the various school organizations running smoothly. Every student at Augsburg is automatically a member of the Student Society. The society holds its meetings every other Thursday directly after chapel. The principal task of this society lies in the administration of various school activities. Under the leadership of the board of directors, the traditional school functions have been sponsored. Some of the activities enjoyed by the students of Augsburg this year were Homecoming, the annual Christmas Party, Winter Sports Day, Skip Day, and several all-school parties. The officers of the Student Society endeavor to unite the students into an efficient group where problems of the school can be discussed, social life can be directed, and individual opinions can be expressed. 1st row: P. Sander . Treasurer: V. Jensen. President; R. Qunnbcck. Secretary; J. Torgrimson. Vice-president and Helirjious Director. 2nd row: J. Adsem, M. Rygh. Publications Director; A. Chiodo. Athletic Director; S. Brandt. Music Director; M. Peterson, Social Director; S. Formo. Publicity Director. Jsl ro«e : N. Dahle. D. Frojcn. A. Rolland. B. Towns. A. Chiodo. 2nd row: M. RyRh. G. Lundccn. P. Sanders. S. Formo. H. Quanbeck. V. Jensen. M. Peterson. J. Torisrlmson. L. Ahlbom. B. Hajtelte. W. K roust ad. 3rd row: J. Adscm. H. Skonnord. E. Richards. R. Koplitz. H. Bertness. S. Brandt. P. Konsterlic. J. Phillips. Not pictured: N. Hcrmstad and D. Mlkkelson. Student Council j HE STUDENT COUNCIL is composed of representatives from each class, who are elected each spring, and the officers of the student so- ciety. These representative students, meeting every two weeks, direct and plan the extra-curricular affairs on the Augsburg Campus. Under the efficient and capable leadership of our student body president, Vernon Jensen, the council acts as a center or focal point for keeping student affairs running smoothly. It also acts as a medium for the exchange of student and faculty opinions and ideas, and guides the settlement of problems that may arise during the year concerning any phase of student activity. Acting as a well organized unit, the student council has this year given many students the chance to gain experience in self-govern- ment. Each year the council undertakes one or more major projects. During the school year, 1946-47, the most important accomplishment was the revision of the constitution into a more easily understood and more effi- cient set of standards. It was also behind the campus clean-up day, held on April 26th, and a number of all-school parties. Poaxd o Publication4 HE publications at Augsburg arc organs of the institution for the purpose 1 of conveying news, expressing and forming student and faculty opinion, offering an outlet for literary talent, providing an opportunity for experience in journalistic work for those who are interested, and forming a permanent record in word and picture of school life at Augsburg. Augsburg publications include the Augsburgian, the Dial, a literary magazine published by the Writer’s Club, and the Echo, the bi-weekly newspaper. The Board of Publications is responsible for the nomination of editors and business managers for these pub- lications. After the nominations have been made, they are presented to the council for voting. The candidates for the positions are chosen by their former experience, ability, and interest in the work. The Board of Publications is composed of the chairman of publications, the faculty supervisor of publications, and the editors and faculty advisers of each publication. In addition to its function as publications nominating committee, the Board is responsible for the quality of the productions and for the efficient operation of the staffs. R. Solheim. A. Hagen. M. Rygh. Rev. N. C. Anderson. R. Krauss. Prof. P. A. Svceggen. Dr. M. A. Holland Russeli. G. Soliieim, Co-Editor Arnold E. Hagen, Co-EJilor ZJke 1947 c?4ugjbuxg,ian ACCORING to a Chinese philosopher, one picture is worth ten thousand words. If in the years to come, this edition of the Augsburgian helps you to picture and to recall the pleasantness of your Augsburg memories, the editors will consider the price paid for the midnight oil which they have burned, well spent; for it has been their aim to capture and place upon these pages the re- flection of college life at Augsburg. Carol Quam, Associate Editor Reyden Rykken, Business Manager Editorial Staff Co-Editors Russell G. Solheim Arnold E. Hagen Carol Quam.....................Associate VJitor Jean Nelson.......................Social Editor Paul Konsterlic.................... Art FJitor Wayne Stutelberg Dorothy Quanbeck Ruth Amstutz Irene M. Johnson .......Sports Editor Girls Sports Editors ....... Clubs Editor Miriam Bredow Faculty-Ad ministration Editor Margaret Serstock 1 Jeancll Anderson ] Religion Editors Donald Hinsverk j Joyce Dreyer | Music Editors Karl Berg j Leonard Peterson ’ Herman Olson ) | Photographers I.orna Wilberg . Agnes Valvik j ... Senior Class Editors Rona Quanbeck . . . Junior Class Editor Phebe Dale Sophomore Class FJitor Carl Vaagcncs . Freshman Class FJitor Dr. M. A. Hclland Faculty Adviser 1st row: J. Anderson. H. Haukeness. J. Nelson. M. Serstock. J. Gettelman. J. Crislock. C. Ellingson, L. Wilbcrg. I. Johnson. R. Quanbeck. 2nd row: A. I.almi. R. Solheim. P. Dale. K. Berg. M. Bredow. C. Vaagenes. O. Ronholm. A. Valvik. H. Olson. C. Gramer. R, Rykkcn. A. Hagen, D. Hinsvcrk. Not pictured: R. Amstutz. E. Carlxcn. J. Dreycr. P. Konsterlie. E. Olson. L. Peterson. D. Quanbeck. C. Rholl. W. Stutelberg. Kaki Bi-RC Leonard Pederson JSudinedd Stall Reyden Rykkcn Business Manager Olive Ronholm Assistant Manager Archie Lalim Circulation Manager Constance Rholl Advertising Manager Headed by Karl Berg whose expert hand has clicked shutters all over the world, the photography de- partment performed superbly in providing pictures that are not only clear and planned, but pictures that tell a story. Much of the credit for the ex- cellent candid shots goes to Leonard Pederson who provided these in addition to many formal pictures. Big Four Conference Z)he cAug butg, £cho HE ECHO, official news organ of Augsburg College 1 and Theological Seminary, is a bi-weekly paper pub- lished by the student staff under the guidance of a faculty adviser. The Echo has as its purpose several important func- tions. Through its news coverage the students at Augs- burg are informed of coming and past events. It pro- vides a complete record of college life here at Augsburg. Through editorials and articles, the Echo strives to build and mold student spirit and opinion. Its pages provide a means by which any student may state an opinion. It also gives those students interested in jour- nalism an opportunity to gain practical experience. Bon Krauss Editor Editor, Associate Editor, Business Manager and Cir- culation Manager in 1946 were Margaret Nelson, Mar- guerite Hamilton, Mable Rygh, and Marilynn Peterson. At the resignation of Margaret Nelson as Editor, Law- rence Quanbeck assumed that post. In 1947 these posi- tions were filled by Robert Krauss, Marguerite Hamil- ton, Lyle Smith, and Mildred Konstcrlie respectively. Lyle Smith Business Manager Marguerite Hamilton Associate Editor Irene M. Johnson News Editor John Shelstad Sports Editor ZJ te cAugtburg Cebo Staff Editor........... Associate Editor News Editor Sports Editor .. Sports Writers. Girls Sports ........................ Columnists........................... Reporters: Marjorie Wilberg, Faye Delphine Jensen, Miriam Bredow, ness, and Esther Johnson Business Manager.................... Circulation Manager................. Georgette D. Lancs and Typists ............. Delores Nolan, ............... Robert Krauss ......... Marguerite Hamilton ................ Irene Johnson ................. John Shelstad Rudy Engclman ) Harvey Holman Paul Blikstad ............... Carol Brekken ............... Robert Krauss Strandvold, Rhonda Hektner, Carl Vaagcncs, Helen Hauke- ...................Lyle Smith ........... Mildred Konstcrlic Evelyn Eolkestad Shirley Pratt, Margaret Bowlin 1st row: M. Bowlin, G. Lanes. D. Jensen. M. Hamilton. M. Bredow. M. Rygh, M. Konstcrlic, E. Eolkestad. I. Johnson. M. Wilberg. 2nd row: A. Hagen, C. Vangenes. E. Johnson. L. Smith. H. Haukcncss. J. Shelstad. P. Blikstad. Jsr rout: D. Forland. C. Forness. Secrtftari ; M. Anderson. Vice-president; D. Frojen. Treasurer; J. Hanson. 2nd row: B. Ekse. Social Director: M. Rykken. Miss Mortensen. M. Larson, M. J. Wanous. Otf-Canipus Director. Not pictured: Marjiery Manger. President; June Hansen. Itclifiious Director. A. W. S. That Women arc assuming more importance and responsibility on the Augsburg Campus is evidenced by the activities of the Augsburg Women’s Society. This society is composed of all the women registered in the college. The chief purpose of the organization is to promote and organize activities of interest to women students and to give women a chance to meet together for business and social purposes. It creates a sense of unity and augments friendly spirit among women students. The Little Sister Tea, given by the upper class girls for their little sister freshmen at the beginning of the school year, makes the new- comers feel more at home around campus. The little sister” spirit is carried out throughout the year, helping the new students to make adjustments to school living easily and smoothly. In return for help received during the year, the freshmen give an annual tea in the spring for the upper class girls. Also held in the spring arc a symphony sup- per and a formal banquet. At the beginning of the school year an im- pressive recognition service for little sisters” is held in the chapel with the officers of the A.W.S. in charge. Scribbler ’Club THE Scribblers’ Club is an organization for 1 freshmen who are interested in creative writing. This club, under the direction of Miss Anne Peder- son, has been holding bi-weekly meetings in the lounge at West Hall. At each meeting the members have presented manuscripts for criticism and dis- cussion, and have contributed the best material from their archives for their section of the Dial. Organization of the club was especially difficult this year because of its inactivity in pre- ceding years, but its revival has been met with enthusiasm and interest. Besides a serious consideration of the principles of writing, the club has had a lot of fun with doggerel and humorous prose. 1st rout: N. Westby. Miss Peterson. L. Smith. M. Halvorson. Vice-president; M. Moc. V. Hovcrsten. President. 2nd row: C. Vaageness. Secretary; D. Dyck. I. A. Johnson. Not pictured: P. Bouton. K. Fagcrlic. K. Hovcrsten. A. Kienitz. A. Orr. L. Smith. J. Wicklund ist roto: C. Brekkeit. G. Swanson. J. Adscm. 2nd row: S. Brant. R. Quanbcck. S. Nelson. Treasurer; M. Brcdow. E. Rachte. Secretary; O. Ronholm. Vice-president; L. Amstutz. Not pictured: N. Hermstad. President; H. Bertness. Mrs. H. Bertness. P. Paulson. cAtUtotelian Society, T HH Aristotelian Society, which includes students of Biology and Chem- istry, is the only organization at Augsburg devoted entirely to the field of natural science. The purpose of this society is to unite those students who have a common interest in scientific knowledge and in various means of experimen- tation. It aims to develop their understanding in the different fields of science and to infuse scientific thinking throughout the entire college. Opportunity is given its members to discuss the latest scientific trends and to exchange ideas and opinions. Membership in the club is limited to those students who have had at least one year of science and who maintained a B” average in that field. j or3e Club THE NORSE CLUB has been active this year for the first time in several years. Because a great many of the students at Augsburg arc of Norwegian descent, the club has a fairly large membership. The members arc actively in- terested in the history of the development of Norse culture, and the Norwegian language is spoken at the meetings, although the programs have included both the Norwegian and English. Interest in the Norse Club has been considerably heightened by having as members this year, several students from Norway, now here for study. The Norse Club meets on the first Thursday of every month. The meetings consist of a formal program, discussion period, and refreshment hour. 1st row: V. Ahlberg. V. Soberg. L. Johnson. O. Carlscn. Rev. Olson. D. Forland. Treasurer; E. Nystuen. H. HaukeneSS. 2nd row: R. Thompson. M. Simpson. O. Grimsrud. H. Mortensen. L. Larson. M. Konstcrlic. V. Ingebretson. E. Williamson. M. Jacobson. Social Director; G. Vik. 3rd row: E. Anderson. R. Huglen. P. Blikstad. L. Kleven. President; R. Pedersen. K. Rein. Vice-president; D. Langager. A. Spende. G. Berntson, M. Viland. Not pictured: E. Konholm, K. Ankcr-Goli. Sec- retary; M. Halvorson. J. Jacobsen. I. A. Johnson. K. Eggen. L. Opland. R. Trochman. Sealed: A. Drangc, C. Gramcr, M. Bowlin, V. Jensen, Standing: D. Knox, O. Olson. Not pictured: R. Krauss. debate L'ARTICIPATION in debate is a richly rewarding experience. It 1 affords the student a variety of benefits and docs much toward broadening his personality. The Augsburg College Debate Team, coached by Mr. Clayton LeFcverc, was organized in November of 1946. The debate question of the year was: Resolved, That Labor should be given a direct share in the management of In- dustry. The debate squad took part in three tournaments during the year, competing at Concordia College, Lau Claire State Teachers College, and at St. Thomas Col- lege. Although only two of the debaters had had previous debat- ing experience, the team had a suc- cessful season, gaining in exper- ience and victories as the year progressed. Margarf.t Bowi.in winner of the Augsburg College Oratorial Contest lRepublican Club I Hli Young Republican Club is «1 comparatively new or- ganization on campus whose purpose is to bring together all students interested in the Republican Party. The meetings arc held every two weeks, one meeting a month being a supper meeting, and the other an evening meeting with refreshment hour after the discussion. The meetings consist chiefly of the discussion of the American political situation as a whole and the problems facing the Republican Party in particular. Prominent local Republicans were engaged as speakers to discuss current political issues and effectively aided members in understanding pertinent governmental measures of our day. The club is affiliated with other Young Republican groups in Minnesota. 1st row: S. Nelson. R. Koplitz. Vice-president; W. Krogstad. I. Johnson. L. Lindroos. President; B. Ployhar. G. Hoversten. A. Haga. K. Hoversten. 2nd row standntg: V. Hoversten. V. Jensen, Secretary; H. Rowberg. O. Olson. J. Anderson. A. Norby, S. Michaelson, O. Ronning. L. Olson. Isf row: B. Ployhar. W. Wickorcn. 2nil row: H. Haukcness. Secretary-Treasurer; R. Pederson, E. Olson. I. M. Johnson, Presidenl: P. Dale. Not picfMred: P. Arnold, R. Amstutz, D. HejjR. XVritex4; Club | HE Augsburg College Writers’ Club has as its chief aim the cultivation 1 of literary interest and creative ability. The major project this year has been the editing and publishing of the Dial, a literary publication composed of the best writings submitted to the club during the year. The meetings are devoted to an interchange of ideas and experiences as well as to a formal criticism of the manuscripts submitted. Although the member- ship is small, the club has taken a big step toward the establishment of a strong interest in creative writing at Augsburg. Among the social events of the year, were joint parties wtih the Scribblers’ Club, and a formal banquet in the small dining hall. The pains of creative genius are sharp and plentiful, but our young writers feel they have been amply rewarded for their work and worry by the personal advance they have made in the completion of the Dial. Membership in the Writers’ Club is open to all college students in the three upper classes who show interest and ability in writing. A maximum of twelve members is set by the constitution. international (Relations Club HIS YEAR the International Relations Club had a wealth of subject matter ■ for discussion during their meetings because of the strife and unrest of the post-war world. In order to broaden their conception of the complex problems facing our world today and to better understand and ferret out the causes of present world conditions and the trends leading up to them, authorities in several different fields were secured as guest speakers during the course of the year’s program. The monthly meetings were held in the Sivertsen Hall recrea- tion room. After the lecture and discussion period, lunch was served to the members and a social time followed. The purpose of the club is to bring together those who are vitally interested in international relations, to provide a chance for them to give expression to their opinions and ideas on world problems and situations, and to give students a better understanding of world affairs. 1st row: H. Olson. E. Bakken. R. Duoos. Vice-president; K. Hoversten. E. Kolden. Secretary: W. Krogstad. Treasurer; L. Gimmestad, R. Quanbeck. R. Koplitz. President. 2nd row: A. Lalim. A. Valvik. L. Lindroos. O. Olson. O. Ronholm. V. Hov- ersten. A. Clyne. V. Jensen. 1st row: L. Olson. T. Jurdy, J. Thompson. President: H. Romncss, Vic -president; S. Formo. Treasurer; A. Hagen. A. Hcn- jum. 2nd row: A. Clyne. G. Grcgguson. N. Anderson. J. Nordquist. R. Rykken, N. Sutempges. J. Haley. N. Locker� . L. Lin- droos. E. Bakken, V. Jensen. R. Manthic. Not pictured: M. Wilson. Secretary. Qetman Club Onl of the most active and interesting clubs on the campus this year is the German Club. Its primary purpose is to retain the German culture on a non-political basis, and to give students of the language a chance to practice it. Although the club has its serious moments, the keynote for all the meetings has been gaeity and humor. With Dr. Ermisch as adviser the meetings have been vivid and lively. One aim of the club is to have fun, and this the members have, for the German parties are unique, different, and plentiful. The highlights of the year were the Hallowe’en Party and the Christmas Party, both given in the recreation room at Sivertsen Hall. One of the projects undertaken by the club this year was the send- ing of packages of food to Ger- many. The letters of thanks in German which they received, amply rewarded them for their work in this field. Santa Claus, a.b., c.t., h.d., S.T.M., M.A., PH.D., S.T.D. •� C. • M., ., C. LOR THE first time in the history of Augsburg College, the need has arisen for a club for married veterans and their wives. Because of this need a club has been organized under the presidency of Henry Bertncss. Members have shown active interest, meeting every other Friday evening in the recreation room of Sivertscn Hall. The club is divided into units, each unit being responsible for the entire program for a single meeting. The programs have included features such as speakers, films, and group discussions. This fellowship provides an op- portunity for veterans and their wives to talk over problems, and benefit from associating with other young couples. Refreshments and a social hour follow the business meeting and program. 1st row: H. Bertness. President; Mrs. Bertness. K. Dahlcn. Mrs. Dahlcn. F. Johnson. Vice-president; R. H. Bartseh. Sec- retory; A. Skaar. Mrs. Skaar, Treasurer. 2nd rote: Mrs. K. Berg. H. Nelson. Mrs. Nelson. Mrs. L. Jurek. Jurek. Mrs. P. Kilde. Kilde. 3rd row: D. Greenup. Mrs. Greenup. J. Quam. Mrs. Quam. Mrs. N. Nideng. Nideng, Mrs. S. Fonrue. Fonrue. Mrs. G. Feig. Feig. Mrs. J. Ross. Ross. Mrs. L. Quanbeck. Quanbeck. Mrs. A. Knutson. Knutson, Mrs. J. Olson. Olson Mrs. H. Roufs. Roufs. 1st row: J. Torgrimson. H. Ahlbom. D. Calderwood. P. Blikstad. J. Wcltzlcr. L. Olson. C. Ryan. L. Lindroos. 2nd rou : G. Grahn. R Tharp. J. Carlson. Vice-president; G. Parsons. President; R. Roth. Secretary: N. Anderson. A. Matevko. 3rd rote: A. Hcnjum. R. Vane. D. Lindgren. B. Miller. J. Carlson. R. Anderson. R. Nelson. R. Manthie. J. Thompson. N. Lockert. H. Bert- ness. Coach Boh Carlson, tlh rote: A. Chlodo. L. Hanson. O. Olson. V. Emerson. G. Person. A. Marbcn. V. Jensen. J. Seto. R. Detchons. Not pictured: J. Adair. S. Anderson. R. Baar. N. Bakken. R. Bartsch. P. Boxrud. G. Brctheim. T. Buc. F. Carl- son. D .Chamberlain. D. Dillon. H. Erickson. J. George. L. Gocrtzcn. L. Gronseth. R. Gustafson. A. Halsrud, B. Howells. J. Hruskn. O. Iverson. G. Jacobson. J. Jacobsen. P. Johnson. M. Eleven. L. Larson. H, Lee. L. Lundecn. A. Mycr, L. Morscth. L. Nelson. J. Nokleberg. R. Nokleberg. L. Northfield. L. Olen. B. Olson. C. Olson. P. Pearson. E Perry. S. Person. C. Peter- son. K. Rusdahl. C. Rusnacko. G. Ryan. B. Sandberg. W. Scarborough. R. Skatte. W. Stock. J. Steen. J. Strom. C. Strom men, G. Sverdrup. D. Swccn. P. Swiggum. E. Thorsgard. R. Ulrich. (cA’ Club HONORS Honor Athlete Claire Strommen - 1946 Ji.ROY Carlson - - 1947 Keith Hoffman Memorial Scholarship Award Harold Aiilbom - 1946 Duane Lindgren - 1947 Harold A. Johnson Trophy Ji.ROY Carlson - - 1946 Duane Lindgren - 1947 Ahlbom Lindgren I HE A” Club was founded approximately ten years ago and rapidly became an important part of the social and athletic life at Augsburg. It aims to promote good will and brotherhood between let- ter winners at Augsburg by bringing them together at luncheons and social affairs. This year a perma- nent die for the A” Club pin was selected by its members. Scholarship Winners WetcA I HE Augsburg Women’s Athletic Association, or- ■ ganized to promote interest in women’s athletics, has provided much activity for Auggie girls through play pe- riods and special tournaments. Each year the W.A.A. spon- sors Intramural tournaments between dormitories and be- tween classes, in volleyball, basketball, and softball. In addi- tion, members participate in many other sports such as hiking and swimming, and playing tennis, golf, badmin- ton, and ping-pong. Under the able leadership of its presi- dent, Mary Jane Wanous, the W.A.A. has also sponsored all-school ice-skating parties and picnics. The president is assisted by council members who individually have charge of the various athletic activities. The aim of any W.A.A. member is to be awarded a sweater. This is accomplished by earning 1000 points. A pin is given for 500 points and a letter for 700. Even Girls’ Basketball has its rough moments ...! 1st row: J. Peterson. G. Swanson. M. Samuelson. Secretarii-Treasurer; M. Wanous. President; B. Ekse. Vice-president: C. Brekken. M. Schultz. C. Watt. D. Quanbeck. 2nd row: M. Peterson. M. Iverson. E. Ealkestad. A. Kienitz. B. Fowler. K. Kallestad. E. Olson. J. Rachie. L. Gimmestad. M. Scrstock. D. Farm. C. Ystcbce. 3rd row: H. Green. S. Pratt. B. Everts. C. Rholl. M. Bowlin. E. Shelstad. M. WilberK. L. Lidstrom. L. Knudson. L. Iverson. J. Kuklish. S. Formo. M. Krengel. Jsi rou.-: J. Fcring. L. Olson. G. Swanson. C. Brckkcn. J. Kloas. C. Forncss. C. Quam, J. Chrislock. F. Si rand void. B. EkSC. Secretary-Treasurer. 2nd rote: J. Qnnnbcck. S. Formo. President: R. Turnqulst. D. Solhcim. Publicity Chairman; D. Quan- bcck. I. Gothe. R. Kolden. Pep Club WITH the vim and vigor that its name implies, the Augsburg College Pep Club has been boosting every athletic event scheduled on the Auggie calendar this year. They have sponsored pep fests, loyally attended all games, and have been the driving force behind our cheerleaders. The novelty yells and the special cheering that you heard at the basketball games came from the sec- tion reserved for the Pep Club. Without the support of this energetic club, the spirit at athletic events would be considerably lessened. Their primary purpose has been that of embedding in the heart of every Augsburg student a strong and undying loyalty to the school and its athletic department. It also attempts to arouse strong school spirit, liveliness, and interest at school games. The Pep Club, under the supervision of Miss Hermanson, was organized for the first time this year. As its first president, Shirley Formo kept things lively and added her share of pep to the meetings. f| INDER the capable leadership of Coach Richard Det- chons, the Augsburg Tennis Team of 1946 completed a successful season. In conference play the Auggies, un- defeated, won five games and tied two. Home matches were played at Riverside Park. Augsburg acted as host for the Minnesota College Conference Tennis Tournament which was held on the Nicollet Courts in Minneapolis. G°ll Although the 1946 Auggic Golf Team did not place in the Minnesota Meet, they did win their share of victories among conference foes. Coached by Stanford Nelson and led by George Rusnacko, number one Auggie golfer, the Augic golfers continually gave the opposition stiff com- petition. All home matches were played at the Armory Golf Course. Rusnacko this up TOR A LONG DRIVE. Although St. Thomas walked off with top honors in the Minnesota State Conference Hockey race, Augsburg’s gal- lant six returned to conference wars in an outstanding manner. Led by Howie Clark (player-coach) the Auggies continued to give conference teams a rough time. Oscar Hanson, famous Minneapolis Miller player, aided Clark in coaching the team. Outstanding players for the Augs were: McCue, Egan, Pearson, Lorentzen, and Bue. DELTA DOGS Intrj-mur.il Football Champs 1st row: H. Larson. J. Carlson. M. Anderson. 2nd row: A. Jacobson. R. Kuhlman. L. Rolf. Not pictured: R. Bruns. L. Gallop. THE TERROR FLIEGERS Intra-mural Basketball Champs 3ntxa-mu%al jTHE intra-mural sports program carried on at 1 Augsburg this year met with much enthusi- asm and participation. Supervised by Herb Strand and Al Clyne, many sports were included such as ping pong, football, basketball, and bowling. Delta House, captained by Jeroy Carl- son, won the touch football championship. All games were played on the campus green. In Basketball, Beta House emerged as champs after defeating many strong opponents. The inter-class basketball tournament posted four powerful teams. After some very close decisions the Juniors defeated the Sophomores in the final game of the competition by 15 points to take the title. Carl Germundson was the leading scorer for the Juniors. 1st rou : O. Lnndsvcrk. J. Thompson, A. Lalim. 2nd row: W. Fischer. R. Thompson, C. Vangcncs. N. Thompson. Not pictured: A. Chiodo. A. Marbcn. Three Auggic Aces: Person, I.indgrcn, and Noklcbcrg. LAIR DOC” STROMMEN, ace pitcher, has gained recognition as one of the outstanding athletes in the his- tory of sports at Augsburg. In 1946 he gained position on the All-Conference Baseball Team, leading his mates to sec- ond place in conference standings. He also was selected as Honor Athlete for 1946. Strom men An easy run comes in for Augsburg Jeroy lays one ou r The line-up Norman B.-ikkcn. Orville Olsen. Laurel Olson. John Strom. Vernon Jensen. Richard Detchons. Conch. O. Iverson. George Rusnacko. Milton Kleven. Jennings Thompson. Stan Nel- son. Coach. 1st row: R. Erickson. H. Loren tzen. V. Andrews. W. Fischer. 2nd row: A. McCuc. K. Eggen. L. Morgan. 3rd rote: R. Leah. T. Bue. H. Clark. F. Ario. R. Vane. ■d by iSMrtctm. 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OLAF 47 40;r,lle ior Ml to witl °f haring Cclltgc ........... uOe «itu Sf -Scortiln to win that ftael j' • -.'««tor Saluit • uw t J ! t i a STATE STANDINGS t� mW � Mtr gyt. 1� - W t'O ,1 °’StoIlSn -wort� st JO.: St. t nJ GUM� - . ,, wo M� rch M,’‘ Aojitttt � ” turcv S Oo' AJE-'h yre � W ctory in 9 Tilt RTHKIELD. MINN’. ! tnc negotiated or.c of I Minnesota College t j baakettaH hurdle T GBSTIl «� ,,VTSt'ilIIDA! F HUGS FACE LAST H®W� -E Auggies Consider Trip «ond pleie in ,he I liflVE TONIGHT to National Cage Meet m S JJ’- Hamlinc Withdraws. (. ... v .... =, an,. „ for «o'1 elms ... � „u.m� ticAlly nr.«ke ihe AU ie rn imej . r 1 , h NuUo™!1 l’r,e Snte tOT of the game w i 1th'.. ament Martins u? ui the flm hall ohm I bW rtbilU S ,oBd v. bn« It «I- St Olal ___.... I nt Kar. ' .C'l e it t � i‘ e bHiXel r Sl- °'� 1 levn eoul.i J -Miljrthre. field goel lr today. IX Kinuu Qtjr rtML «ixr u orTlie X with (her e� r� . , I |m, p« -rWr mala eeiwern rlihl new I I ■« . !u .Olio.-. taMtatt !♦ he ned rv lK.n� l repuie'ion In Sween’s shooting form Linik.ren keeps eye on bau.l Strom men scores again 1st row: E. Perry. D. Llndgren, J. Carlson. M. Johnson. D. Sween. W. Holte. 2nd row: A. Ncsvlg. A. Han- son. R. Holte. R. Anderson. A. Henjum. Coach Carlson. 3rd row: J. Hanson. R. I-andahl. A. Foss. W. An- derson. A. Matcyko. a J h 1 e 9 t 4 b 7 a 1 1 A UGSBURG started its 1946-47 season with five lettermcn back, but due largely to lack of m height the team did not live up to its pre-season expectations. After a poor start in con- ference play during which they won one game while losing seven, they finally found themselves and gradually started to play good basketball. Although Augsburg’s record isn't too impres- sive they were considered by opposing team as a fighting outfit, and always dangerous. Much credit should be given to all the boys for their willingness to stick to it, even though the odds were against them in most of the games. Jcroy Carlson was the standout player and gained a position on an all-state second team. Cleverness and excellence in spot passing characterized his basketball play. Rounding out the first five were: Lindgren, Holte, Butch Johnson, and Don Sween. The season’s most thrilling games were the overtime game with Gustavus, which we lost 54-43, and our upset win over St. Thomas in the final, 39-36. Among the reserves who played brilliantly were Arden (Frog) Foss, the long shot artist, and Ernie Perry, a clever ball handler. Sweating it out . . . but literally! Who’s got it? Squad Iti-teen men played on the Augsburg B” squad during the 1946-47 season. The team played a total of twenty games and Coach Ildor (Red) Nelson used all the men in every game to give them added experience. 1st row: R. Manthic, R. Lund, L. Goertzen. 2nd rou : R. Ncl- on� H. Lee, J. Thompson, Coach K. Nelson. }rd row: R. Kuhl- man, G. Grahn, J. Scto. 1st row: K. Roth. W. Scarborough, E. Perry. S. Person. D. Lindgren. J. Carlson. R. Noklebcrg. 2nd rote: R. Barr. H. Rusdahl. C. Peter- son. J. Ilruskn. C. Miller. R. Gustafson. E. Olson. R, Carlson. Athletic Director. 3rd row: Coach Nelson. N. Lockert. A. Henjum. C. Stronimcn. R. Pcarscn. H. Erickson. Managers: P. Boxrud. A. Halsrud. J$a4eball - 1946 AUGSBURG’S powerful baseball team of 1946 lived up to all the pre- ' season predictions and captured second place in the college conference standings. The Auggics suffered only two losses in conference play, one to St. Thomas and the other to St. John’s, both of which were lost by close margins. Later, in return games, these teams were also defeated by the Augs. With many of the first string lettermen back this season, along with several promising rookies, the baseball season again looks very good. As we go to press, the Auggies have already chalked up 7 wins against a single loss, and from all indications are headed for a top berth and possibly the championship. 1946 - Standings W. L. Pet. St. Thomas . . 8 1 .8S9 Augsburg 9 1 .818 St. Johns 4 3 •571 M.icalcstcr . . . . . 2 4 •333 Gustavus ■ 3 7 .300 St. Olaf 3 8 • 7 3 St. Mary’s. . 1 5 .200 Cheexleadexd A flash of maroon and grey and the peppy Auggic cheer leaders were before the fans supporting the team through thick and thin during football and basketball games this year. Such favorites as Ruton! Skru- ton! Ta Ham i Nakken!” and the school song, spurred the team on to many vic- tories. Turnquist, Quanbeck, Anderson, Mocn, and Rust, gave their all in superb cheer- leading for the Augsburg rooters. R. Turnquist, J. Anderson, B. Moen, D. Quanbeck. Augsburg College Football Schedule 1946 September a i Mankato Teachers There (night) September 26 Gustavus Here (night) October 5 St. John’s. . There October 1 2 St. Mary’s . There October 19 Concordia There October 2 5 St. Olaf (Homecoming) Here (night) November 2 Macalester There Dave Dii.lon, All-State star halfback of the Augsburg eleven, climaxed a brilliant first year of college football when he re- ceived a leg injury and was carried from the field during the Homecoming Game against St. Olaf toward the close of the season. Dillon left the game late in the second quarter. His absence greatly weak- ened Augsburg’s strength and the Augs were defeated by a score of 7 to o. 1st row: P. Boxrnd. A. Halsrud. Managers. 2nd row: H. Ahlbom. J. Carlson. C. Strommen. D. Llndgrcn. E. Perry. 3rd row: G. Sverdrup. R. Chamberlain. R. Gustafson. R. Nokleberg. A. Henjum. C. Miller. G. Rusnacko. Coach Carlson. Not pictured: Don Sween. JSadketball - UGSBURG’S basketball record for the 1945-46 ' season was one of the best in the school’s athletic history. Under the capable leadership of Coach Bob Carlson, the Augs moved up into the top division. Clair Strommen, Red Lindgren, Jeroy Carlson. Don Sween, and Harold Ahlbom made up the first five, and all of them were chosen on the all-state team of that year. Team play, excellent shooting, and plenty of drive gave Augsburg the championship tie with St. Thomas. Augsburg then went on to the National Intercol- legiate Basketball Tournament at Kansas City and defeated their first opponent, Washburn University, 63-37. The Augs lost in the second round to Drury College by the score of 56-49 in a thrilling game, giv- ing them twenty wins and only two losses for the season. Jkroy Carlson comes out ior a SHORT BREAK AND A WORD I ROM THE COACH. Am.BOM SINKS ONE I ROM BEHIND AND UNDER THE BASKET. 1946 Standings W L Pet. Augsburg 11 1 .917 St. Thomas 11 1 .917 Gustavus 8 6 •37« St. Olaf .. . 6 7 .46 2 Macalestcr 3 9 •337 Concordia 3 6 •333 St. Johns 3 IO .23! St. Mary's 0 8 .000 This pile-up occurred shortly after Dillon plunged through center for a first down. The action took place in the second quarter of Augsburg’s Homecoming Game against St. Olaf. Davi; Dillon, Augsburg’s outstanding half-back, was named on the All-State College Conference Foot- ball Team for 1946. He played brilliantly in every game, and scored all of Augsburg’s touchdowns be- fore being injured late in the season. 1st row: M. Larson. B. Howells. A. Mateyko. J. George. L. Lundeen. D. Dillon. M. Romfo. T. Johnson. G. Grahn. N. Vane. R. Eftcd.ihl. T. Bue. R. Carlson. 2nd row: P. Boxrud. L. Larson. H. Lee. F. Carlson. R. Pearson. L. Oien. R. Roth. J. Wctzlcr. D. Calderwood. R. Manthle. P. Swiggum. H. Erickson. R. Skotte. L. Goertzen. A. Hanson. 3rd row: Coach Carlson. A, Meyer, J. Carlson. C. Peterson. R. Lund. A. Henjum. E. Olson. B. Sandhcrg. R. Anderson, D. Lindgren. R. Nelson. R. Bnrtsch. G. Parsons, E. Nelson. Assistant Conch. football ' 1946 Call football practice started at Augsburg on September 3rd, 1946, with 1 sixty-five men reporting. Two practices were held each day; a morning and afternoon drill at Riverside Park. The first game was with Mankato Teachers, at Mankato. Several returning players from the 1945 team and a few outstand- ing newcomers gave the Augs hopes of having a winning season. Much injury to key players, however, resulted in losing several close contests. Although the Wrestlers: R. Anderson, R. Mickclson, T. Buc, and E. Welter, show off their muskles.” SportJ A UGSBURG’S newly formed ' bowling team displayed great ability in the inter-collegiate ''Ex- tra-mural” competitions. The team placed second in a tournament held at St. Thomas College and twice defeated a strong Hamline Five. With so much interest shown by all, Augsburg looks forward to an- other fine year of intra-mural sports competition. Mat boys Buc and Mickclson in a bit of a tussle. . . Bowling team: A. Clync, E. Olson, W. Stutclbcrg, I.. Olson, G. Grahn. Orville Olson, winner of the Campus ping-pong championship, receives congra- tulations from runner-up Laurel Olson. 1st row: M. Serstock M. J. Wanous. C. Watt. D. Quanbcck. 2nd row: B. Ekse, S. Brandt. S. Formo. A. Foss. Coach. 3rd row: M. Bowlin, B. Everts. C. Rholl. L. Glmmestad. c4thletic£ A THLETICS have become a very ' important part of the life of the Augsburg women. Many are training to become physical education teachers and are participating in the develop- ment of an active women’s athletic program at Augsburg. Eleven upper class girls, comprising the College Girls’ Basketball Team, entered the Minneapolis Park Board Tournament, and proved themselves to the expert cagers by concluding their season in second place. Arden Foss coached the Auggies and Bonnie Everts was manager. Strrreeettch those muscles . . . but don't bend your knees—girls...! Jurdy and Nelson hold their own in a fast game of doubles. .. Ball-rolling contest on i hf. CAMPUS GRIT-'n. Other sports are also excelled in by the Auggie wom- en. Interested bowlers are members of the college bowling teams; Auggie Swimmers splash around at Municipal Baths; skiers and ice-skaters skid and glide respectively at Riverside Park; and with the coming of spring, the girls participate in horse-back riding, tennis, archery, and hiking expeditions. Risky business—! Poised por a plunge. . . Qixld (Bowling Oeam 1 st row: S. Kormo. J. Anderson. H. Green. 2nd row: C. Sivertsen. K. Isaacson. Auggie bowlers in action. . . mm Chapel dime cAi roun d til ii HE CENTER of our spiritual life at Augsburg is our daily chapel service. Each morning the stu- dents and faculty gather in chapel for a brief meditation on the Word of God. Due to the increased enrollment, the chapel is no longer large enough to accommodate the student body. Therefore a loud speaker system has been installed in two of the larger classrooms in the main building in order that all stu- dents may attend the chapel service. Several special chapel services have been held in Trinity Church. A Spiritual Emphasis Week is held on the campus once each semester. Rev. J. M. Halvorson was guest speaker during our first Spiritual Emphasis Week. His messages were rich and overflowing with the plain Gospel. Rev. Merton P. Strom- men was our speaker during Spiritual Emphasis Week this year. His Spirit- filled messages were centered around i John 5:1a, He that hath the Son hath the life; he that hath not the Son of God hath not the life.” Ri v. Mikion 1’. Sikommi n c ampuA Convocation I HROUGHOUT the past school year, many person- B alities of national and international importance and re- known have visited the Augsburg campus. Dr. Walter Judd, Minnesota representative to Congress, was a guest convocation speaker and discussed international relation- ships and the conditions in China today. Christian S. Oftedal, a member of the Norwegian Par- liament, and Miss Giovanna Ribct, a medical student at the University of Rome who is representing the World Student Service Fund in a drive for European relief and the rebuilding of education there, were among the out- standing convocation speakers. Other visitors on the Augsburg cam- pus have included: Rev. Martin Nie- moellcr, famed German religious leader; Hubert Humphrey, Mayor of Minne- apolis; Willard Goslin, Superintendent of Minneapolis public schools; and Mi- chael Dillon, Hennepin County Attor- ney. Judd and Dr. Christensen We are grateful to these, and to all who have visited Augsburg and spoken in chapel and convocation services in or- der that we might be better informed and have a broader vision of the oppor- tunities for Christian service. Miss Giovanna Ribet Rev. Martin Niiimoelur Christian Oftkdal with Mayor Humphrey, OUR STUDENTS FROM Nor AY. Dr. ClIRISTENSEN. knoto tty? truth, and tty truttj 3haU tttake qou (ree. Smi rii i and Chorus Sci ni i hum Act I JURING the summer months, a group of seventy-five Auggies calling themselves the Augsburg Players, met on the campus weekly to practice, play, and polish the fine points of their production of the opera Martha. The cast, including students from summer school and former Auggies, presented the opera on the 29th and the 30th of August at Folwcll Junior High School. Mr. Norman Myrvik, voice teacher at Augsburg, managed and directed the entire production. All details from designing the programs to securing of proper- ties and planning stage settings were done by Mr. Myrvik and Paul Kilde. Musical direction was under the able baton of Professor Opscth, and Miss Alice Murray was the dramatic director. Leading roles were played by Marcella Kilde, Norman Myrvik, Paul Kilde, Adclync Johnson, Russell Quanbcck and Warren Wood- worth. The opera was well received by enthusiastic audiences at both perform- ances. An additional performance was given at the Veterans Hospital. Paul Kilde (Plun- kett) and Adclync Johnson (Nancy) sing Love Duet in Act. IV. Spinning wheel scene from Act II. Ixft to right: Norman Myrvik (Lionel), Marcella Kilde (Lady Harriet), Adelyne Johnson (Nancy), and Paul Kilde (Plunkett). A beautiful snowfall was a perfect sendoflf for Queen LuVerne Farness and King Dave Christensen. Tobogganing, skiing, and sup- per at Columbia Heights were scheduled for the afternoon. The Twins, Dora and Doris Frojen, were our snow queens last winter. Davi. Christensen and Snow Queen CANDIDATES. Homecoming Queen Winter Spotti Q)ag Olgmpic Star Johnny Werket, Augsburg sophomore, captured a place on the United States 194S Olympic speedskat- ing team during trials at Como Park last winter. Werket, five feet one inch tall and weighing 130 pounds, is a former paratrooper and a member of the Powderhorn Skating Club of Minneapolis. I think Werket is one of the best skaters in the country, and he will be a lot stronger next year,” said Mr. Peter Miller, chairman of the Olympic speed- skating committee. Lois Ahlbom, arrayed in a white satin robe, ascends her throne to receive the crown worn the year before by Marion Myrvik. Queen Lois reigned over the Homecoming events of the week- end — the football game, sports contests, the Homecoming Ban- quet, and the combined choir and choral club concert. Auggies out for a roll. cAuaa Led I.oyal Auggic Rooters. Auggie Hayride with Fairview Nurses. ’46 Seniors pose for class picture. . . . Oh what fun it is to ride. . .” Hi-de-hi-de-ho, oh-dc-o-dc-lay- dccccc. Pep Band. Gonna raid the ice box, Elaine? Pushin’ peanuts? Leaving Trinity Homecoming service. In cAction Morton Hall Maidens. Tour tune-up. The Brass...? Augsburg’s Brig. General Lief Sverdrup. L.S.A. Ashram delegates. Picnics arc such fun!! Pals More Freshman fashions. W'hcc. ..! I’m a bird! Smiles for the birdy. .. Whoops! Don’t drop those books! Three of a kind. Thrills . . . and spills. Choral tour mischief. Dr. Andreasson addresses Aurics and Alumni at I fomecoming Banquet. Foichat arrives by plane from Alaska for Homecoming. Dr. Jones, Toast- master. Pressing situation.. or — fixing up the Henna's Ileum.” Funfest financiers. This is girls’ bas- ketball. . .! Prexies. Close harmony. Singen sie Dcutsch? Oh yes!! We study too! Shoe shine f?al. Call out the Humane Society. ... and it’s been a lovely evening!” Owi 70 'Zfe ui (fyu4 4K 'ftyCyAen S catc XK Ck A CHRISTIAN SCHOOL With a Positive Christian E mphasis COMPLETE TRAINING FOR Teaching The Ministry Business Mission Worl{ Parish Vorl{ PRE'PROFESSIONAL COURSES FOR Medicine Dentistry pursing Engineering La tv Home Economics Social Service Pharmacy Augsburg College and Theological Seminary Bernhard Christensen, President Greetings from Trinity Lutheran Church Rev. Martin J. 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