Aurora University - Pharos Yearbook (Aurora, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1952 volume:

STAFF MEMBERS Margaret Singleferry .................. Editor-in-chief Paula Smith .......................... Business Manager Joe Brooks .................................... Layout Editor Fern Shrader .............................. Make-up Edifor Howard Procter ......................... 7 , ....... Art Editor Barron Knechfel .......................... Photographer Betty Allen .......................... Assf. Photographer Ethel Tapper .............................. Faculty Advisor Dream, reality, vision-three words which hold such a significant place in the life of Aurora College. The dreams of the opportunities possible for young people to gain a Christian education were upper- most in the minds of the founders. It was largely the dreams, courage and hard work of the late Dr. Orrin R. Jenks that made our school possible. Dur- ing Dr. Theodore P. Stephens' twenty years of asso- ciation with Aurora College, many of the dreams of the founders have been made the realities of today. It is through the vision of the graduating seniors that the dreams of today will become the realities of tomorrow. He held his place- Held the long purpose like a growing tree- Held on through blame and faltered not at praise. And when he fell in whirlwind, he wentdown AS when a lordly cedar, green with boughs, Goes down with a great shout upon the hills, And leaves a lonesome place against the sky. -Edwin Markham DR. ORRIN ROE JENKS llSuch Skull as Dreams Are Made on Aurora College passed on important milestone in its his- tory on April 3, 1952, when it celebrated the fortieth anniver- sary of its coming to Aurora. The period between April 3, 1912, and April 3, 1952, was one of great progress for the school. In 1912 there was only one student taking fUIl-tirne liberal arts college work. There are over 250 on the campus daily and another 150 enrolled in port-time evening school work. There were 16 faculty members in T912, only ten of whom were in the college department. The college then operated an academy and a large commercial department both of which were clis- continued many years ago. Thirty-six teachers were listed for the winter quarter, 1952. Progress has not only been made numerically, but also academically. Between 60 and 70 different courses were listed in the collegiate department 40 years ago. Today the college catalog lists over 400 courses which are offered during the normal four year curriculum. This progress did not iust happen . It took the concerted efforts of many consecrated Christians to make our school what it is today. A group of men who believed that young people- could receive an education in a Christian environment founded the Mendota College at Mendota, lllihois, in 1893. The school was small, but the foundations were laid for the development of the larger educational program which took place in Aurora. The Fulfillment Begun On Marchn27, 1912, the last classes in Mendota met and a special chapel service was held to bid farewell to the old surroundings. For several days the work of packing, loading, transporting and unpacking was carried on vigorously. On the third of April the moving was completed and a dedication service of the campus was held in Lowry Chapel. Speeches of welcome were made by the mayor and other prominent businessmen of the city. One of the next important dates was that of the first Aurora commencement, June 13, 1912. In the fall of 1914, the first college student from Aurora was enrolled. At the end of the first full year in Aurora, the college reported 13 students. Among these were included Clarence R. Smith, now head of the physics department, and Stanley H. Perry, for 20 years dean of the college and now a professor of humanities. In 1925, Wilkinson Hall was completed and in 1927, the music practice hall was erected. 10 In 1932, an important academic milestone was reached when the University of Illinois recognized the college as a four year institution. The citizens' advisory board was formed in 1933, and the first city campaign was conducted by these leading citizens in 1934. This board which now consists of 21 outstanding Aurora citizens counsels the president. Two important dates in the academic history of the college were in 1938 and 1940. The former date marked the accredita- tion by the North Central Association of Colleges and Second- ary Schools. The latter date commemorates the recognition by the Regents of the State of New York. Complete freedom from the financial indebtedness which had handicapped and harassed the college for many years was achieved in 1944. In 1947, the lounge, gymnasium, South Hall and the tem- porary housing, all of which have meant so much to the service of the college, were completed. a- u- a- During its four decades in Aurora, the college has been served by two devoted Christian men as presidents, Dr. Orrin Roe Jenks, from 1911 to 1933, and Dr. Theodore Pierson Stephens, from 1933 on. Dr. Orrin Roe Jenks Dr. Jenks, who passed away June 17, 1951, had been associated with the college since its founding. He was born of pioneer settlers in Minnesota, Jan. 1, 1868. Dr. Jenks' early life followed a pattern 'familiar to many successful Americans. Reared in poverty with only meager schooling, he fought his way upward the hard way. Despite the scanty educational opportunities, young Jenks was eager for knowledge and grasped every chance to learn. At 17 he was teaching in rural schools of Minnesota while at the same time doing advanced study on the side. He ob- tained his high school work in St. Charles, Illinois; Litchfield, Minnesota, and Minneapolis Academy. Higher education was sought in the University of Minnesota, Mendota College and Chicago Theological Seminary where he received the advanced degree of bachelor of divinity. Aurora College later bestowed the honorary degree of doctor of divinity upon him. Dr. Jenks' career as a college educator began in 1904 when he became head of Mendota College Biblical department. In 1910 he was elected chairman of the finance committee in charge of raising $100,000 for new buildings. He was inaugurated president of the college in 1911, and for 22 years 12 he labored diligently for the school he loved. It was Dr. Jenks who led in moving the college from Mendota to the larger community of Aurora, and in erecting the college buildings. It was also Dr. Jenks, who through careful planning of the curric- ulum and strengthening of the faculty, laid the foundation for the college to become an accredited liberal arts school. Dr. Theodore Pierson Stephens Dr. Theodore P. Stephens was born in Brooklyn, N. Y., and received his grade and high school training in that city. He entered the employ of Tiffany Studios and was a salesman in the ecclesiastical department. Heeding the call to the Christian ministry, he began preaching in 1915 and studied part-time in the National Bible Institute in New York. Later he studied pt Yale Divinity School. In 1926, Dr. Stephens came to Aurora to deliver the bac- calaureate sermon for the senior class. He was promptly called to the pastorate of the Aurora Advent Christian Church where Rev. W. M. Wilson had recently resigned. During his pastorate he pursued studies at McCormick Theological Semi- nary. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Chicago in 1941. Dr. Stephens first became associated with Aurora College as the pastor of the college church. In 1930 he was invited to become chairman of the college accrediting committee, was elected vice president in 1932, and became president in 1933. At that time the nation was in the depths of depression, and the college's very existence like many other schools was in jeopardy. With the sacrificial co-openation of a loyal staff, 'Dri Stephens guided the school safely through these dangerous days. In the 20 years of his official connection with the cellege, assets have more than doubled, enrollment has increased four times'and gains have been made in the service offered to the student body and the community. Boa rd 0F Directors The operation of Aurora College is directly controlled by a board of ten people. This year's board is as follows: William B. Greene, president of Barber-Greene Co.; Judge Olney C. Allen, Aurora; Malcolm L. Jones, Richard-Wilcox executive, Aurora; Roger A. Watkins, managing operator of the Strath- emore Co., Aurora; Fred Kudlata, attorney, Cicero, Illinois; Gerald C. Cooper, production manager, H. L. Judd Co., Walling- ford, Conn.; Chester W. Parmley, clergyman, Bristol, Conn.; 14 Willard F. Preslar, clergyman, Hickory, N. C.; Dr. Curtis R. Single- terry, research chemist, U. S. Naval Research Laboratory, Wash- ington, D. C.; and C. C. Magoon, insurance executive, Seattle, Wash. President Stephens is also an ex-officio member of the board. These men have given sacrificiully of their time and money in order to help the college. We appreciate their devotion and loyalty. The Dream Leads On As important as this history is, Aurora meens much more to us than historical data. It means the spirit of friendliness which pervades the cam- pus. Aurora gives opportunities for friendship which will last through the years. It means the Christian spirit as exemplified by the faculty in the classroom and in outside activities, and by the students we mingle with each day. It means a deepened sense of the values of life. Aurora means the spirit of learning and knowledge, also. Those who are studying at the college have definite plans for 15 their lives. They are eager to learn, and for this reason the level of scholarship is high. As our teams play in competitive sports we see that Aurora means a spirit of co-operation, teamwork and good sportsman- ship-all qualities which will prove indispensable in later life. All these ingredients are integral parts of a whole which we Aurora people call the Aurora spirit. It's this elusive spirit which will keep a corner of our hearts for the college, even though we may be miles away, and may not be abie to return for many years. It is this same spirit which makes the singing of Aurora such a thrilling experience. But the history of the college can never be completely severed from its spirit; for it is this combination which makes the college what it is today, what it means to us now, and what it can do for future generations. 16 EALITY -Wilky Hall He whom a dream hath possessed knowefh no more of roaming; All roads and fhe flowing ef waves and ihe speediesf flight he knows, But wherever his feet are set, his soul is forever homing, And going, he comes, and coming he hearefh a call and goes . . . He whom a dream hafh possessed treads the impalpable marches, From the dust of the day's long road he leaps to a laughing sfar, And the ruin of worlds fhaf fall he views from eternal arches, And rides God's bafer-field in a flashing and golden car. Shaemas O' Sheel DR. THEODORE PIERSON STEPHENS Deans Our deans, Harold Cooprider and Elizabeth Knechtel, have functioned as leaders of student life at A.C. They have been responsible for the students' welfare and safe- ty, both in the dorms and off campus. Their lines of duties have ranged from administrative to private counseling. In addition to her duties as dean of women, Mrs. Knech- tel teaches at least one course a quarter in psychology or English. Mr. Cooprider serves as assistant registrar and has also been enrolled in graduate school at the University of Chicago. Their friendliness and spirit of co-operation have help- ed to weld the many phases of college life together into one harmonious organization. 20 Faculty and . . . . Left to right: Seated; Dr. Sonya Spiesmun, Mrs. Moses Crouse, Clarence Smith, Miss Clio Arnold, Mrs. Maude Naden, Mrs. Alfred Sinden, Mrs. S. H. McFarlane, Dr. T. P. Stephens, Mrs. Frances Mundell, Dr. Irene Eastman, Dr. K. D. Waldo, Dean Fauber, Mrs. Barron Knechtel ' Standing; Carl Selin, Moses Crouse, Orrin Singleterry, Mrs. Edward Kelly, Albert Richert, Dr. Ethel Tapper, Mark Trumbo, John Seibert, Asa Colby, Barron Knechtel, Stanley Perry, Harold Cooprider, James Crimi, Dr. Clyde Hewitt, G. F. Richardson. To our faculty of Aurora College who have guided us on the academic highway number 1952 and who have given us new perspective when times were discouraging we are indebted for our advancement on the academic rood. Their personal integrity and loyalty have shown us the true Aurora spirit in action as they have joined us in class meetings, school parties, talent shows, homecom- ing, Shakespecrion productions, club meetings, senior skip and various other extra-curricular activities. For the fine quality of teachers at Aurora College we offer our heartiest thanks. Libra ry First row; Marilyn Bohy, Dr. Ethel Tapper, librarian, Clio Arnold, assistant librarian, Joyce King 0 Sec- ond row; Virginia Noland, Jodeen Fitzgerald, Zigrida Plumanis, Howard Procter, Peggy Preslclr, Merline Mace. First row; Lois Miller, Jean Wood, Mrs. Lillian Thwing, Mrs. Bernice King, Mrs. Myrtle Singleterry 0 Second row; Fern Cottrell, Jacqueline Green, Put Danielson, Mrs. Voncile Modlinger, Jean Huls, How- ard Procter, Opal Bishop, Betty Tolles, Lillian Walk- er, Ruth Marcus. Maintenance First row; Howard Towne, Louia Gransee, Gail Thwing, Robert Farrow, Ronald Thomas, Clio Thomas 9 Second row; Gunars Plumanis, Ronald Bowden, Charles Newhart, Wilfred Snyder, superintendent of buildings and grounds; Eugene Snyder, Charles Surh, William Andrews. Kitchen Mrs. Grace Watson, Mrs. Maurine McCann, dining hall manager; Mrs. Wilfred Snyder, Mrs. Nettie Wilmes. Can you help me find a book on the history of the Philippines? Mr. Snyder, the radiator in my room is broken. Did I get cu package today? All these ques- tions and countless more are asked of different members of the staff. A friendly answer, an understanding smile, a helping hand are all characteristic of the many people who help to make our stay at college more pleasant. Our sincere thanks to them for the many courtesies they extend to us. InFormal shots All the mail up, Paula? 0 Kitchen stuff: Joe, Connie, Betty, Fern, Opal and Mrs. McCann ' Howie and Gene working on Wilky ' Where you goin', Louia? 0 What a way to spend Chrisfmas vucafion! 23 College church Rev. J. Howard Shaw The brick building at the corner of Ga- lena and Lancaster has become an impor- tant part in the lives of students at Aurora College. Under the capable and devoted leadership of Rev. J. Howard Shaw, the church has succeeded in making the stu- dents feel at home during their stay at school. Even more important is the fact that many students have become an integral part of the church, serving as teachers in the church school or singing in the choir. The spiritual lift received from the many services of the church has helped to strengthen the Christian faith of students over the years. College church 24 Religious emphasis week The college observed its annual Religious Empha- sis Week from Feb. 11 to 15 with Dr. Paul E. Wash- burn of Rockford, III., as speaker. The theme this year was Faith at Floodtide. An eloquent testimony to the sincerity of Dr. Woshburn's speaking was the ever increasing attendance at daily chapels. His inspiring messages helped us all to grow and be- come more mature Christians. 25 .3 I Dr. Paul Washburn This year a worship center was installed in the chapel to aid in creating a worship- ful atmosphere for the reli- gious services. The open Bi- ble on the center of the stand lies as a mute but effective reminder that we must build our lives on the firm founda- tion of God's Word. Religious groups . . . . Theological association Ronald Thomas president Rev. Moses C. Crouse adviser Foreign missions Fellowship Betty Allen president Rev. 0. O. Singleferry adviser 26 Student Christian association Meetings of the Student Christian Association each Tuesday evening have highlighted the Christian activity of A. C. this year with guests, students and faculty par- ticipating. The association is open to all interested in furthering the Christian purpose and ideals on campus. 5. C. A. gospel teams visited and helped services in the surrounding area and in Advent Christian churches in neighboring states. The officers this year were: president -Glennon Balser from Clendenin, West Virginia; vice president-Marilyn Bohy from National City, California; secretary-Paula Smith from Aurora, Illinois; and publi- city chairman-Howard Procter from Chevy Chase, Mary- land. Clubs 28 Modern language club Lois Miller president Mrs. Mundell advisor Social science club Jonef Rebmann president Dr. Spiesmcn adviser Publications Borealis Howard Beemer editor Mrs. Sinden adviser Pharos Margaret Singleferry editor Dr. Tapper adviser 29 Organizations 30 OFF-campus women Lois Miller president Mrs. Knechfel adviser Wilkinson Hall Howard Procter president Harold Cooprider adviser Davis Hall Joan Marshall president Mrs. Osborne housemother Senate First row; Louia Gransee, president; Paula Smith, secretary; William Corkindule, treasurer; Leslie Jewett, vice president 0 Second row; Margaret Singleterry, social events chairman; Howard Beemer, editor Aurora Borealis; Mildred Gabrielsen, literary events chairman; Janet Rebmann, women's athletic chairman; Lois Miller, activities committee chairman, Madeline Rowe, drama guild representative; Dr. Clyde Hewitt, senate adviser 0 Third row; Clio Thomas, men's athletic chairman; Joseph Brooks, iunior class representative; Ronald Thomas, theological club representative; Thomas Johnson,sophomore class representative; William Andrews, senior class representative. ' The Senate, which is the governing body of the Students' Association, consists of the otticers of the association, a representative of each class and one representative chosen by each member or- ganization. The purpose of the Senate is to have a more efficient and cu more centralized organiza- tion of activities for the students. Louia Gransee served as president of the Stu- dents' Association during its very successful 1951- 52 season. 31 Front row; Fern CoHrell, Fern Shrader, Doreen Morey, Doris Couch, Merline Mace, Margaret Singleierry, Marilyn Bohy 0 Second row; Barbara True, Carolyn Carpenter, Joan Marshall, Joe Brooks, Madeline Rowe, Bob Cole, Connie Singlelerry, lvulyn Carter, Professor Sianley Perry, adviser. 32 Spartan drama guild Joe Brooks master Prof. S. H. Perry advisor Interclass play contest The freshman class carried away the 1951 lnterclclss Play Contest honors with their excellent performances of Riders to the Sea by Synge. The cost of the winning play included Connie Singleterry, Dave Kneeland, Vir- ginia Noland, Fay Graham, Sally Dano, Barbara Schule, Barbara Peck, Bob Hunscom and Bill Knapp. They were directed by Jim Larson and Fern Cottrell. With one of the three wins necessary for permanent possession of the cup safely tucked away, the freshmen are looking forward to next year's contest when they hope to make it two wins, one to go. 34 Seated; Grace Maiteson, Befty Tolles, Madeline Rowe, Elaine Cusic, Fay Graham, Betty Pfisfer, Mrs. Maude Naden, direct- or, Elizabeth Weaver, Virginia Waterhouse, Carolyn Carpenter, Barbara Schule, Paula Smith, Doreen Morey 0 Standing; Don Lussky, David Kneeland, Lloyd Richardson, Ronald Murch, Sherman Pauly, Douglas Lobb, Margaref Singlelerry, Con- stance Singleterry, Marilyn Bohy, Maribelle Porter, Opal Bishcp, Frank Hopkins, Fred Supp, James Phillips, Gail Thwing, Ronald Green, Weldon Holland. 1952 SACRED CONCERT SERIES I Feb. 24-Advent Christian Church, Aurora March 9-First Presbyferian Church, Aurora April 6-Congregationol Church, Big Rock April 20-Firsf Baptist Church, Batavia May 4-Federafed Church, Oswego May 18-Main Sf. Baptist Church, Aurora Talent night Pat, Mattie and NeHie - 'Close as Pages in a Book' 0 H's strenuous exercises for army men Thomas, Thomas and Snyder ' Pat, and I Can't Help Lovin' That Man of Mine 0 This is Davis Hall??? 0 Music, music, music m 36 F riday night activities Chuck, Joyce, fwo ioothpicks and an elusive Iife-suver. 0 Prize winners Huey, Dewey, Louie and Donald 0 Grace, Jackie and A.C.'s king of bachelors, George Polhill 0 The sophomores sponsor a Nickelodeon Party. Look at the birdie! 38 A. C. hit parade There's No Business Like Show Business Sformy Weather My Buddy Any Time Chewin' Gum Tea for Two three, four and five Tell Me Why Who Dot? We Three In My Arms Oh Promise Me School Days Cry Ain't Gonna Take It Settin' Duown Steppin' Out With My Baby . New students' reception mt Left to right: First row: Betty Allen, Carolyn Carpenter, Katie McClure Thomas 0 Second row: Ruth Marcus, Jean Huls. New outfits, piles of luggage and slightly bewildered looks marked the members of the class of '55 as they arrived on campus last fall. Freshmen Day they all iour- neyed to Camp Kadeka where an afternoon and even- ing of fun and activities were planned. On Wednesday night, Sept. 26, they put on their best bib 'n' tucker to attend the New Students' Reception. There they met the students and faculty members who make up Aurora Col- lege. Tests and getting acquainted filled the rest of the week, until by the time Field Day arrived on Oct. 1, the class of '55 was a full-fledged member of the college family. Christmas party One of the pleasant traditions at Aurora is the annual Christmas party which the faculty presents for the stu- dents' enjoyment. This year the evening began with a program in the chapel. Then the group adjourned to the Senior Room where they gathered to hecur Dr. Stephens read 01 Christmas story. Despite the coolness ot the weather, the warmth of the Christmas spirit settled over the group as they listened to Dr. Stephens read the de- lightful story A Town is Born by Tom Sayres. Special Christmas refreshments climaxed another successful Christmas party. 41 Women's day Aurora College women celebrated April 16 as Wom- en's Day. The program began with a luncheon in the gym. A style show was sponsored by Block and Kuhl Company of Aurora with A. C. women as models. They presented the new seasonal fashions for 1952. Follow- ing the luncheon and style show, A. C. women and their guests visited the Off-Compus Women's Room in Eckhart Hall and the dorm girls' rooms in Davis Hall. Miss Elsebet Alberts presented a talk, Observations from Denmark, as the special feature of the afternoon. The concluding event of the day was a tea in honor of Miss Alberts. Homecoming First row; Howard Beemer, Grace Audrain, Fern Shrader, Mildred Gabrielsen, Ronald Thomas, chairman, Virginia Lee, Mrs. Moses Crouse 0 Second row,- Curl Selin, Leslie JeweH, Mrs. S. H. Perry, Jodeen Fitzgerald, Gail Thwing, Travis Carter, Howard Procter, Barron Knechtel 0 Third row; Louia Grunsee, Mary Bruun, Sianley Perry, Thomas Johnson, Douglas Lobb, G. F. Richardson. Grace Audrain, Mildred Gubrielsen, Queen Fern Shrader, Elaine Cusic, Kathleen McClure Thomas. Our lovely queen for the 1951 Homecoming was Fern Shrader of Squire, 'West Virginia. Fern, an attractive hazeI-eyed iunior, was chosen by the student body to reign over the weekend's many festivities. She has been active in all areas of campus life, serving on decoration committees, as secretary of both her fresh- men and sophomore classes, secretary of the girls' dorm- itory in her iunior year and will serve as proctor of the dormitory next year. She was recently appointed chair- man of next year's homecoming. Her fine Christian life typifies the ideals for which Aurora College stands. 44 er court Elaine Knight Cusic Senior Jacksonville, Fla. Mildred Gabrielsen Senior Providence, R. l. Kathleen McClure Thomas Sophomore Porflund, Ore. Grace Audrain Freshman Pasadena, Calif. or women only The Parisian gals and guys 0 Carpenter and Bohy a? the squeeze-box 0 Freshmen slumber party 0 Oma, M nlyn, Fay, lvulyn and menogerie O Mabel at 7:30 in the morning 0 Happy birhday, Merline ' Surprise party for Ziga's birthday. For men only Murch and Holland in he parlor 0 CarIer and ? in the parlor 0 How did these get in here? 0 What scared you, Frank? 0 Newhorf and the Donkey Serenade 0 Travis sweating out Twelfth Night ' Lobb and Thomas - on he way in church ' Smith and Bowden - the wooers 0 Holland 0n briefL 47 Football Left to right: First row: Jim Hickey, Ron Green, Howie Towne, Roger Wood, Roger Thicksfen, Jim Smifh 0 Second row: Don Roberts, Ron Brunoehler, Gail Thwing, Roy Bullard, Jim PiH-man, Cedric Benson, Fred Supp, Coach Carl Selin 0 Third row: Manager Henry Pierson, Ken Davis, Bill Andrews, Bill Wright, Chories Cain, Ralph Mead, Dick Zelqzny, Jim Phillips, Head Manager Bob Gemmer. Co-captains 1951 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE HOME Sept. 28-Concordio College Oct. 20-Sf. Procopius College Oct. 26-Navy Pier w. of IIIJ Nov. 3-Milfon College AWAY Oct. 6-Mission House College Oct. 13-Wisconsin Extension Nov. 10-Norfhwesfern College 48 Cheerleaders Paula Smith, Virginia Lee, Lois Miller, Jackie Green. The four girls who have added an extra touch to our ball games this year are Ginny Lee, Lois Miller, Paula Smith and Jackie Green. Many new yells and better group participation have been evidenced as c result of their enthusiasm. Paula Smith, iunior, is a graduate of East High in the class of '49. Paula served this year as Senate secretary and Pharos business mana- ger. Ginny Lee, a graduate of Big Rock High School, participated in many activities there and since coming to A. C. she has been very active. Lois Miller, sophomore, is another graduate of East High where she gained her experience as a cheerleader. At A. C. she has served as activities chairman and president of Off-Campus Women. Jackie Green entered A. C. this fall as a freshman from Plano High School where she, too, was cu cheerleader. We appreciate the work and effort that have gone into their cheer- ing. It has lifted the morale of both the team and the spectators. With expectations for another year of fine cheer-Ieading, we say Thank you, girls, for a iob well done. Basketball First row; Myron Jaffaricm, manager, Mgrlyn Perkins, Roberi Coster, Richard Caster, Dave Crosbie ' Second row; Carl Selin, coach, Doug Lobb, Tom Johnson, Chuck Cain, Bill Wright Sheridan Tudor, Bob Gemmer, manager. Jan. Jan. Jan. Feb. Feb. Feb. Dec. Dec. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. 50 Dec. Dec. Jan. Jan. Jun. Jan. Jan. Mar. 1951-52 BASKETBALL SCHEDULE HOME 8 -WisconsIn Exhnsion 14-Elmhurst College 112Concordia College 16-Northwestern Schools 18-Wisconsin Tech 26-Milton College 30-Lewis College 2 -SL Procopius College 8 -George Williams College 20-Navy Pier w. of HIJ AWAY Il-Lewis College 15-Concordia College 12-Navy Pier W. of lllJ 22-Eureka College 25-George Williams College 5 -Elmhursi College 15-Mission House College 16-Northwesfern College 22 -St. Procopius College 1 -Wisconsin Extension Around the basket 0 Waiting period! 0 Doug at pruciice 0 Fred in a scramble ' In for rebound 0 Chuck in for a luy-up. Baseball First row; Bob Merritf, Ray Bullard, Dave Crosbie, Don Dillenburg, Chuck Schumucher ' Sec- ond row; Tom Johnson, Chuck Redman, Howard Procter, Owen Richards, Howard Towne 0 Third row; Carl Selin, coach, Don Nelson, Bill Wright, Chuck Cain, Doug Lobb, Fred Supp, Myron Jaffurian, manager. Dave, Bill, Ray and Hal ready fo leave on the spring baseball Irip ' Bill Wright, iusf pracficing. 52 The big three-Bill, Bob and Jeff. e C a r r 9 LL n 6 LL r a P S The Sparian Terrace apartments Classes 0F , 52 and '73 it: Grunsee Dorothy and Lou Martha and daughter, Braun and Mary and Neil Lynne. daughter, Cu'hy Senior day Yeoman Miichler, first Senior Day speaker Class of '52 and Junior marshals, Joe Brooks and Paula Smith 55 Who's who Five students were selected from the iunior and senior classes to represent Aurora College in Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. This annual publication lists prominent student leaders throughout the U. S. From the activities under their supervision, faculty ad- visors nominate the seniors and iuniors who have, in their opinion, met the requirements of character, leader- ship and possibilities of future usefulness. The candidates are then screened by the registrar's office for class stand- ing. They must be in the upper third of their class. The list of nominees left after this screening is presented to a committee of four seniors, a Wilky man, 0 Davis girl, on O.C.W. girl and an off-cclmpus man, the dean of women and the dean of men. This group, headed by the chair- man of extra-curricular activities committee, makes the final selection. Those who received the national recognition this year were Bob Cole, Elaine Cusic, Louia Gransee, Joan Mar- shall and Margaret Singleterry. 56 Maribelle Porter, treasurer; Sally Demo, vice president; Mrs. Moses Crouse, adviser; Ronald Braley, president; Sianley Perry, advisor; Virginia Noland, secreiary; Roger Thicksfen, activities chairman. Left to right: First row: Virginia Waierhouse, Barbara Peck, Carolyn Carpenter, Barbara Schule, Betty Pfisier, Fay Graham, Mrs. Moses Crouse, adviser, Opal Bishop, Jean Huls, Betty Tolles, Josephine Johnson, Duane Hartman 0 Douglas lobb, Ron- ald Green, Beth Pugh, Carol Hubbard, Roberta Schiedler, Jacqueline Green, Maribelle Porter, Bill Knapp, Donn Lynch, Jack Davis, Stanley Perry, adviser 0 Third row: Grace Audrain, Betty Weaver, Mathilda Kovach, Fern CoHreII, Sally Dano, Con- nie Singleterry, Sully Lamona, Gene Smith, Oma Roth, Melvin Spong 0 Fourth row: Leon Ploger, Ron Bruley, Dave Cros- bie, Bob Hanscom, Gunars Plumanis, Zigrida Plumanis, Sarah Pearson, Myron Jaffarian, Martin Hogue, Don Nibluck 0 Fifth row: Jim larson, Charlie Newhart, Ronnie Bowden, Roger Thicksfen, Henry Pierson, Robert Coster, Dean Reilein, George Klomhuus, Alden Nickerson, Sherman Pauly 0 Sixth row: Dale Booth, Neal Conde, Jim Phillips, Ronnie Brunoehl- er, Ken Davis. Class of l954 Barron Knech'el, class advisor; Jean Wood, treasurer, Charles Cain, vice president; Tom Johnson, president; Jodeen Fitzgerald, activities chairman; Marilyn Bohy, secretory. First row; Marilyn Bohy, Owen Richards, Charles Surh, Tom Johnson, Charles Cain, Ronald DesJarden, Cedric Benson, Charles Charlet, Harold Moberly 0 Second row; Virginia Husmason, Rem Zimmerman, Patricia Edwards, Peggy Preslar, Nettie Shell, Jodeen Fiizgerald, Barbara True, Doreen Morey, Kathleen McClure Thomas, Walter Hoffman 0 Third row; William Wrighi, Fred Supp, Ray Bullard, John McHugh, Pat Danielson, Jean Carlson, Lois Miller, Eleanor Frank, Jean Wood, Ruth Gronquisi, Barron Knechlel, udvisor 0 Fourth row: Dick Heulh Dick Babb, Gail Thwing, Elias Theodoropulos, Ronald Sul- fisberg, Terry Denton, Dick larson, Huber! King, Ernest Hill, Ben Krusinski 0 Fifth row: Weldon Holland, Marvin Fredrickson, Ralph Hubbard, Fred Morrison, D. B. Moore, Dick Coster, Charles Redman, Roy Lidecku. 58 Robert Gemmer, treasurer; Travis Carfer, vice president,- Howard Procter, activities chairman; Madeline Rowe, secreiary; Mark Trumbo, class advisor; Joseph Brooks, president. x First row; Janet Rebmann, Mary Jane Thurston, Margaret Singleterry, Virginia lee, Paula Smith, Merline Mace, James Smith . Second row; Gene Sweeney, Richard Zelazny, Grace Matteson, Elizabeth Allen, Fern Shrader, Madeline Rowe 0 Third row; Robert Gemmer, Frank Hopkins, Howard Procter, Mark Trumbo, class adviser 0 Fourth row; Merlyn Perkins, Joseph Brooks, Travis Carter, James Hickey, Foy Johnson 0 Fifth row; Ronald Thomas, Donald Mace, Boyd Potter, Paul Killian, Howard Hawkinson, William Corkindale. 59 1811111 minkham Euhhina warms Grumhn In grateful memory of Ruth Pinkham Robbins and Marcus Trumbo, who gave years of devoted service as directors of Aurora College. By their wise counsel and Christian idealism they have helped to make the Aurora we know and love. Their influence will endure. 60 VISION -Eckhart Hall 61 To each one is given a marble to curve for the wall,- A stone that is needed to heighten the beauty of all; And only his soul has the magic to give it grace: And only his hands have the cunning to put it in place. Yes, the task that is give to each one, no other can do; So the errand is waiting; it has waited through ages for you. And now you appear; and the hushed ones are turning their gaze, To see what you do with your chance in the chamber of days. -Selected 62 Class of I952 Clio Thomas, ireusurer; Mabel Graves, activities chairman; William Andrews, president; Joyce King, secretary; Dr. Clyde Hewitt, class adviser. 63 DONALD DEAN ALBERT B.A. Bamboo, Wis. MARY McCLURE BRAUN 3.5. Portland, Ore. WILLIAM ROY ANDREWS WANDA JOAN BAKER 3.8. BA. Geneva, III. Oswego, III. NEIL HENRY BRAUN JAMES MARVIN CASTNER B.A. B.$. Minneapolis, Minn. Aurora, III. 64 ALLEN DAVID BLACK 35. Morris, III. WELDON MACK CHAMBERS B.A. B.Th. Spencer, W. Va. ROBERT WEYMOUTH COLE 3.8. Biddeford, Me. MILDRED GABRIELSEN B.A. Providence, R. I. HARRY LEWIS CURETON, JR. B.S. Aurora, III. ORLAND JAMES GIBBONS B.A. Aurora, III. DOROTHY CLOTHEY GRANSEE B.A. Jacksonville, Fla. 8.5. Velacheri, ELAINE KNIGHT CUSIC India ROBERT CLIFFORD FARROW B.S. Providence R. I. LOUIA ROY GRANSEE ILA. B.Th. Evansville, Wis. 65 MABEL LOUISE GRAVES GEORGE EDWIN GRCH LESLIE ElDRIDGE JEWETT JOHN GERARD KAKACEK B.A. B.A. 3.5. 3.5. New London, Conn. Elgin, III. Woolwich, Me. Elgin, III. JOYCE ANN KING WILLIAM lECHNICK DONALD OLIVER LUSSKY JOYCE JOAN MARSHALL B.A. B.S. B.A. B.A. Aurora, Ill. Aurora, III. Aurora, III. Searsport, Me. ALBERT T. MUSARACA 3.5. Aurora, III. RALPH DONALD ROSS, JR. B.S. Oswego, Ill. LESLIE HARRY NORD B.A. St. Charles, Ill. JOHN MAURICE SILMSER 3.5. Massena, N. Y. LYRIL KIRBY REAS B.A. Live Oak, Fla. EUGENE ALLEN SNYDER B.A. Aurora, III. DONALD REEVES ROBERTS 5.5. Aurora, Ill. LESLIE ELLIS STAHLER, JR. 3.8. Aurora, lll. NEVA MILLICAN THUROW SALLY ANN WALZ C. JACK WHITBY PAUL JAFFARIAN B.A. B.A. B.A. B.A. Aurora, Ill. Aurora, III. Aurora, Ill. Seattle, Wash. Pictures of the followjng :people were unavailable: . a . x, Louis Gross, Jr. John Henry Palmer B.S. B.A. Barbara Pofrick Jebens Dorothy Eileen Sims B.A. B.A. Donald Richard Kinney Ann Idella Smith B.A. B.S. Frederick Edgar Melcher Betty Parke Tucker B.$. B.A. Douglas Milton Norwood Milda Neuendorf Vogfmann B.A. B.A. Myron Whisler 3.3. 68 Senior skip The Seniors had fun Gene, Joyce, Bob, Bi , Milly and Les skating. This was the most fun, iusI eating. The Juniors had fun, too Jo and Mabel's room. 69 Ivy leaf awards NEIL BRAUN BOB COLE JOYCE KING BETTY TUCKER JACK WHITBY The Gold Ivy Leaf is a recognition of outstanding academic achieve- ment, one which few students reach. To gain this recognition one must present an overall grade average oF between A- and B for his four years. Many students have earned the green ivy leaf by presenting this same average for one quarter. To maintain such an average throughout one's college career is a task requiring extraordinary ability, perseverance and energy. Five members of the class of '52 received the coveted honor. They are Bob Cole, Neil Braun, Betty Tucker, Joyce King, and Jack Whitby. 7O Spartan award I Each year the members of the junior class choose the outstanding graduating senior to be the recipient of the coveted Spartan Award. This honor is bestowed upon the person who has contributed the most in student activities, general social qualities, sportsmanship and friend- Iiness. Louia Gronsee has been an integral part of college life since his or- rival in 1947. His friendly personality and charming smile have made him one of the best liked students at Aurora College. Louia's talent as a singer has enhanced numerous programs, both here at coliege and at various Fox Valley functions. He was a member of the S.C.A. quartet which ministered to many churches over the denomination. He held the top executive position of the student body this year, as president of the Students' Association. His participation in extra- curricular activities, such as dramatics, has rounded out his college program. Aurora College campus life has been enriched by his friendly spirit and sincere Christian witness. 7'I Campus View w 'I. Eckhurf Hall, the main administration building, which houses classrooms, offices, Lowry Chapel, laboratories and he library 0 2. Wilkinson Hall, the home of the A.C. men O 3. Our gym where basketball practice, physical education classes, W.A.A. play days and some Friday night activities are held ' 4. The Aurora College tennis courts 0 5. Spartan Terrace. These are three and four room apartments for married couples and single girls 0 6. PaHerson Field where we hope to have our ball fields in the near fuiure 0 7. The music building 0 8. South Hall which houses classrooms, faculty offices, and the ping pong room ' 9. The garage where 1he maintenance equipment is kept and Mr. Snyder has his office ' 10. Dr. Stephens' home O 11. Davis Hall, where he A.C. women reside 0 12. Among these lovely evergreens are the bookstore and student lounge. 72 The presidenths home The idea of a home for the president of Aurora CoIlege was first con- ceived by Dr. Orrin Roe Jenks after his retirement from the presidency of the college. Dr. Jenks quietly raised approximately $11,000 from personal friends and friends of the college. After Dr. Jenks' death last June, several citizens of Aurora decided to complete the President's Home Fund in honor of three important facts: 'I. A memorial to Dr. Orrin Roe Jenks, president of Aurora College, 1911 - 1933; 2. A recognition at the twenty years of Theodore Pierson Stephens' association with the college tvice-president, 1932-33; president, 1933- t; 3. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the college in Aurora. This anniversary occurred on April 3. A committee of five men was formed and a private solicitation was made to secure funds to erect the president's home. Over $21,000 was secured and construction has begun on the college property at the northwest corner of Marsellaise and Gladstone Avenues. It is hoped that the home will be ready for occupancy by Dr. and Mrs. Stephens next fall. William B. Greene, president of Barber-Greene Co., and a director of the col- lege, presented the home to the college at the 40th anniversary program in Lowry Chapel on Thursday, April 3. Members of the President's Home Com- mittee were William B. Greene, Malcolm L. Jones, Judge Olney C. Allen, Roger A. Watkins, and Gerald F. Richardson. Mr. Jones, Judge Allen, Mr. Watkins, and Mr. Greene are directors of the college. 73 From our albums . . . Shady Fern a! ,he sun dial ' Schule-in the spread! ' Mace on the rail! 0 lloyd and Ronnie-fhe champs 0 Spring fever! George and Fay 0 Diamond fever! KaCie and Clio 0 Shakespeare fever! Director and Frank 0 A marshmallow world 0 lvalyn and OpaI-phoiographers 0 Southern belles in the snow ' Dick, Doug, D.A., Weldon and Hoppy-lots of Ioboggan but no snow! 0 Ginny and Barbara-iust posing! 74 East entrance of Eckharf 0 Rusiy restin' ' Professor Beach 0 Co-eds in the snow ' Leap year day-ihe firs! bachelor caught at A. C. 0 Charlie ' Newa-weds Katie and Clio ' Going some place? ' Whata trio! 0 Class for higher educa- tion. 75 Patrons . . . ADVENT CHRISTIAN CHURCHES Aurora, Illinois Clovis, New Mexico East Norwalk, Connecticut Lynn, Massachusetts Madison, Wisconsin Meredith, New Hampshire Porflond, Maine-Loyal Workers Portsmouth, New Hampshire Providence, Rhode Island --Loyal Workers Rocky Brook Church, Peace Dale, Rhode Island Seattle, Washington Sumas, Washington Torrington, Connecticut Waterbury, Connecticut AUTOMOBILE DEALERS BerthoId-Hanson Cadillac AUTOMOBILE PARTS AND SUPPLIES The Boys Motor Car Service Robinson's Auto Supply BAKERIES Ericson's Swedish Bakery Federal Bake Shop Fisher's Bakery Ochsenschlager's Bakery BANKS Aurora National Bank Merchants National Bank Old Second National Bank BARBER AND BEAUTY SHOPS Galena Beauty and Barber Shop Riverside Barber Shop Smith and Bennett BOWLING LANES Classic Bowling Lanes BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONTRACTORS Builders Gas Co. Dietz Industrial Supply Co. Geneva Construction Co. J. H. Armbrusfer a; C0. White and Todd Winn Supply Co., Inc. CAFETERIAS AND RESTAURANTS Broadway Cafe Dine-A-Mite Restaurant Eatmore Restaurant Paradise Restaurant Strand Restaurant Sylvester's Cafe CLEANERS AND DRYERS Aurora Cleaners and Furriers Big Four Cleaners and Hatters Illinois Cleaners Klint's Cleaners and Dyers Quality Rug Cleaners CLOTHIERS Alschuler Brothers Anderson and Duy Bill's Hot Shop Boy-Von Ham Prep Shop French's Pants Shop Joe Houser Men's Wear Schmitz z; Grefencorf Sidney Ginsberg Weingarf-Pillatsch Yellin's COAL DISTRIBUTORS H. D. Brown and Co. Patrons . . . CONFECTIONERS ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES Eby-Brown Co. Ligh'r House Electric Co. Q Candy and Cigar Co. May Electric Appliance Ralph J. Rebensforf Schomer Electric Supply Co. Reuland's Nut House FLORISTS DAIRY PRODUCTS Aurora Greenhouse Co. Adeline's Milk House Peter A. Freeman Oatman Brothers P. W. Jungels Oberweis Dairy Wolsfelf Floral Shop Wisconsin Cheese Mart FOOD LOCKERS DENTISTS Dr. P. J. Baldridge Dr. C. P. Currier Dr. C. R. Deindorfer K. I. Ochsenschlager FUNERAL DIRECTORS Dr. W. B. Downs Healy Undertaking Co. Dr. D. W. IIHHc D . P. E. K ' 0:. J. w. 5:35;; FURNITURE DEALERS B. 8g M. Cash Furniture Co. DEPARTMENT STORES Biever Furniture CO. Broadway Appliance and Aurora Dry Goods Co., Inc. Furniture Co. Block and Kuhl Co. Simon's Furniture and Rug Co. F. W. Woolworth Co. Word 8 Jones Furniture Co. Liefz 8 Gromefer Montgomery Ward 8 Co. 5. s. Kresge Co. GLASS COMPANIES S. S. Sencenbaugh Co. Piffsburgh Plate Glass Co. W. T. Grant Co. GROCERIES-RETAIL DRUG STORES Boulevard Food Store Bur-Han Super Drug Co. C. W. Marshall City Hall Pharmacy M. 81 P. Grocery 8 Meats The Ernst Pharmacy 69'6 ? Pha'mo'cy HARDWARE STORES Gnmm 5 Drug Store Hortz Drug Co. Tanner Hardware 77 Patrons . . . HOME APPLIANCES J. H. Nilles Pence's Floor Covering ICE CREAM PARLORS Fruit Juice House ICE CREAM COMPANIES Borden Co. Fox Valley Ice Cream Corp. INSURANCE AGENCIES Frazier 8; Evans G. A. Anderson McWefhy Brothers Moschel 8 Tomblin Agencies Northern Security Life Insurance Co. Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co. JEWELRY Fodor's Jewelry Store Frohlich Jeweler Garvin's Jewelry Store Huesing's Jewelers Lehnerfz Jewelers Menton Jewelers Ridge Jewelers LAUNDRY Walker Laundry LAWYERS Putnam, Johnson, Alschuler, 8 Ruddy Sears 8 Sfreit 78 LOAN ASSOCIATIONS Aurora Investment Co. Aurora Savings and Locm Association Home Building and Loan Association Improvement Savings and Loan MANUFACTU RERS AII-Sfeel Equipment Inc. Aurora Equipment Co. Aurora Steel Products Co. Aurora Welding Service Inc. Barber-Greene Co. Durabilf Manufacturing Co. F. E. Roysfon 8! Co. Love Brothers, Inc. Lyon Metal Products, Inc. National Brush Co. Pictorial Paper Package Co. Sfephen-Adamson Manu- facturing Co. Strathmore Co. W. F. Jobbins, Inc. MONUMENTS A. F. Lohmonn 8 Co. MUSIC STORES Watson's Music House NEWSPAPERS AND PU BLICATIONS Aurora Beacon News Lisberg News Agency OFFICE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES U nderwood Typewriters-T. J. Fitzgerald Patrons . . . OPTICIANS AND OPTOMETRISTS House of Vision 0. J. Sfrafz PAINT DEALERS Aurora Paint Supply Co. Jewel Point Store Wallbrunn-Kling 8 Co. PERSONAL E. B. Malone PHOTOGRAPHERS Merritt Studios Virginia Fields Studio PHYSICIANS Dr. W. J. Ball Dr. A. S. Benson Dreyer, Denney, Milbacher, Gardner Clinic Dr. C. O. Heimdal and Dr. I. H. Morris, Jr. Dr. K. J. Kaiser Dr. E. L. Lee Dr. A. G. Martin Dr. E. E. Meister Dr. E. V. Young and Dr. G. L. Sharrer PLUMBERS Edward J. Farrell Ruddy Brothers PRINTERS Barker Printing Co., Inc. Finch 8 McCullough Fox Valley Press Inc. 79 PUBLIC UTILITIES Pubic Service Company of Northern Illinois Wesfern Division RADIO DEALERS AND SERVICE A. 8 H. Radio Service REFRIGERATION Fowler Equipment Co. SERVICE STATIONS American Bonded Oil Co. Donkle's Service Station . George C. Peterson Co. Island Texaco Joe's 66 Service Station SHOE REPAIR SHOPS Aurora Shoe Repair Shop Veterans Shoe Repairing SHOE STORES Connie Shop Waegner's Shoe Store SPORTING GOODS STORES Crosby's Sport Shop Hayden, Sweasy 8 Sfiefbold Co. STATIONERS Columbia Office Supply Co. Erlenborn's Paramount Stationers WHOLESALE COMPANIES Illinois Wholesale Acknowledgments: John and Ollier Engraving Company Finch and McCullough Printing Company 5. K. Smiih Company Koverg Park Place STudios . if n :x1v. .! gr . . I7x