Averett University - Pendulum Yearbook (Danville, VA)

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GQSJ jlgsfozy ' The past two years at Averett College have been filled with that something special that all of us will cherish throughout our lives. We will always be proud to call Averett our Alma Mater. We will never forget the highlights of our two years along with the friendships we have made and the experiences we have had. As incoming juniors in September, 1962, the majority of us arrived with a trembling heart, wondering what college life was really going to be like. As we hurriedly unpacked our abundance of suitcases, boxes, and trunks, our rooms began to appear more livable. Eager to help us was the class of 19633 and especially our big sisters whose friendship meant so much to us during this trying period. The faculty and administration also were inter- ested in our successful adjustment to these new experiences. Orientation had been adequately planned with teas, registration, and, of course, the traditional Averett Review. This guided us in the right direction toward a successful year, making us feel right at home. The expecta- tions of the seniors during Rat Week helped also, to instill in us a great sense of unity and spirit as a class. Classes began bright and early that Monday morning, impressing on us the main purpose of college. Though our weekdays were spent in conscientious study, one could rarely find us at Averett on weekends. Then, football games and parties at' other colleges and uni- versities occupied most of our spare time. On October 16, we were honored to have as our guest speaker the honorable Albertis S. Harrison, Governor of Virginia. Many forums thus followed. Later that month we elected our Junior Class officers. Gerry Edwards was chosen as our president, Anne Marie Sheffield became vice-president, and Betty Jean Wiley was elec- ted secretary-treasurer. Shortly after this elec- tion, we chose our sponsors, Miss Darlington and Mr. Dorr. Finally, that long-awaited but short-lasting Thanksgiving vacation arrived. We left Averett for a few days with heavy suitcases and light hearts and minds but knowing that our mid-semester grades would be home wait- ing for us! The short time between Thanksgiving and Christmas vacation was devoted mainly to the activities of the Christmas season. This year, everyone's door was cleverly decorated in ac- cordance with Christmas themes. Our Christ- mas weekend featured a spaghetti supper fol- lowed by a formal dance. Everyone either par- ticipated in or attended the annual pageant of the Holy Nativity. Parties and the exchang- ing of gifts once again preceded the long- awaited holiday season. When we arrived at Averett from a wonder- ful vacation, we were greeted with a new face around campus, Miss Mary Conyers, our new school nurse who had come to replace Miss Guill, who left Averett before the Christmas vacation. The pressure of exams also awaited our return, and we soon adjusted to studying for them. Soon they were over, and many of us took advantage of the semester break by going to our homes or those of our friends for a well-deserved rest. A new semester was waiting our arrival, and a new leaf was to be turned by many. Higher goals were to be set as well as a well-planned social semester. The passing of February left memories of our annual Sweetheart Dance, the theme of which was Love Makes the World Go Round. The queen and her court had been chosen. It consisted of Chan DeBerry as queen and Karen Howell and Dale Bagby as attendants. March 22 was characterized as the begin- ning of spring vacation. Many of us scattered to all parts of the country, especially Florida. Upon our return, a month of regular practices contributed to the success of the May Day pageant. In between rehearsals, all of us seemed to scramble to the sun deck-which resulted in many sunburned students but con- tributed to our social prestige. May Day ar- rived at last. It was a thrilling experience, as most of us had never seen a May Day before. The theme was Robin Hood. Beautiful Linda Neal was Queen of the May, and her Maid of Honor was Barbara Smith. Biancy Dunn was chosen as Apple Blossom Princess and partic- ipated in the event. Shortly after this, the seniors held their Carnival, which proved a big success for Averett students as well as for townspeople. Once again we found ourselves pressed for enough time to prepare for final exams. Un- accustomed as we were to real, hard study due to May Day, commencement rehearsals, and the thought of a wonderful summer ahead, it was difficult for many of us to concentrate. However, we did our best, and when our finals were over, we banded together as a class one last time before graduation with the tradi- tional Daisy Chain. I'm sure none of us will forget that four o'clock rising to board trucks and proceed to the daisy patch. Graduation took place the following day. Suddenly we realized that this wonderful year was over. We knew that we would never see many of our friends again. With tears in

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Cfzss jfsfory our eyes in remembrance of things past and with the exchange of good wishes for the fu- ture, we left for home as reluctantly as we had been eager to arrive nine months earlier. Summer vacation was packed full of relax- ation, fun, travel, and new experiences for many, however, before we knew it, school was ready to commence again. Most of us had our trunks, suitcases, and additional necessities packed and ready to leave when an important notice was sent to all: School will be delayed exactly one week. This was due to the con- struction of a new dormitory. Nevertheless, when the time came, we returned with high airs knowing that we were the all-important seniors. One of the first things we noticed was the New dorm-called thus throughout the year, making it possible to add 100 new students. Other very welcomed new additions to our life at Averett were the presence of Mrs. Nancy Bickers, Supervisor of Dormi- toriesg Miss Jane Hedrick, Director of Student Activities, and Mrs. Nell Spencer, Dietitian. Many new physical features were added to Averett too: a new baby spot, an art and music department, and gorgeous new dining room. Orientation week was planned, inclusive of many activities, acquainting the juniors with life here at Averett, We were anxious to do everything possible for our new friends to help them adjust to their new life away from home. Our new year had begun, headed by our able Senior Class officers, who had been chosen the previous spring. They were Denna Barnes, presidentg Ellen Evans, vice-presi- dent 5 and Nancy McGeorge, secretary-treas- urer. We chose our class sponsors, Mr. Cullen and Miss Darlington, soon after we returned to school. Not only was the Senior Class help- ful, but so was a new Student Government As- sociation, consisting of four dormitory presi- dents: Betty Jean Highfill, New dormg Betty Jean Wiley, Davenport dorm, Ann Davidson, Main dorm, and Betty Abernathy, Danville dorm. These four girls are representatives to Student Council in the place of the hall coun- selors. Classes began as usual with the exception that they began on the hour instead of twenty minutes after. Several new faculty members were present too. On October 5, an informal combo party was held in the Spot It proved to be very suc- cessful as several surrounding colleges and universities were represented. On October 10, the Nemos presented the first literary pro- gram of the 1963-64 season. Many other suc- cessful Nemo and Philo programs followed during the year. November also was characterized by many activities. On November 5, the second concert of the year was held. The concert was given by Mr. Lewis H. Hoy, concert pianist from St. Andrews College, Laurinburg, N. C. On November 8, an open house was scheduled in which some 1500 invited guests took a tour around our new Averett. The seniors got the ball rolling early with their class projects. A bake sale was scheduled after the Thanksgiving holidays as well as after Christmas. A money raising project in the form of a car wash also brought in a nice sum. The class of 1964 also followed the steps of the preceding class with an annual spaghetti dinner, which was held in Averett's new lounge adjoining the dining room. The Christmas holidays approached rapidly. The Christmas banquet was one of the high- lights preceding them. It consisted of an enter- taining program with Gail Staples as soloist. The following day we packed up our belong- ings and headed toward home. After the glorious vacation had come to a close, we returned to Averett only to be faced with exams. As usual they were difficult and time consuming, but the results proved profit- able for the majority. February was once again the scene of the annual Sweetheart Dance, the theme of which was Maid of Hearts Dance. On February 12, the seniors were again out to make money for the treasury with a volleyball game between students and faculty. But this wasn't the end. A senior Carnival, patterned after the one the preceding year, was planned for February 26. A Senior Class variety show was planned for March. New spring fashions were profession- ally modeled by members of our Senior Mer- chandising Class at a gala fashion show pre- sented in March. Before we knew it, spring vacation had approached. Florida again seem- ed to be the heading point, whether by train, bus, car, or plane, we made it there in one piece. Our May Day was a day looked forward to with great anticipation for a long time. One could feel the tense excitement throughout the dining hall the night that it was revealed that Maggie Carmack would reign as our May Queen and Marcia Fosgate as our Apple Blos- som Princess. Maggie selected Barbara Jones as her Maid of Honor. May Court attendants were Betty Abernathy, Dale Bagby, Martha Ann Bailey, Denna Barnes, Janet Beasley, Joan Compton, Anne Davidson, Dawn Davis, Chan DeBerry, Mary Stuart Duffer, Betty Jean Highfill, Carole Holmes, Marguerite