Bethel University - Spire Yearbook (St Paul, MN)

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F-'urlh row: R. V allin. B. Ham me bock. V . Ogren. E. Anderson A. Johnson. D. Bjerk, R. Kephart G. Nelson. L. Marquardt. M Swan son. G. Johnson. V . Kordir.o. H Mickelson. K. Norquist. W. Dahl slrom. M Toews, M. Olton Third row: D. Berry, C. Swanson S. M. Sv ensson. L. Joonson. E. Ja cobson, G. Swanson. H. Sorensen .M. Feierscn. A. Johnson. M. 3en nett. B. 3cnnc!!. M. Oliver. L. Bron Icov e. G Hoglund Second row: B. Johnson, L. 3el! sirorr., H. Fessum, L. Pearson. D J olander, V. Carl berg. M. Lund holm. L Chance, M. Johanson, L Berqlund, B. Danielson. E. Lund berg. First row: M. A. Lilienstrom. J Davenport. V. Carlson. G. Nyman Adviser V . Adam, G Soule, C. J Eng wall. H Fossum, M. Dahlquis! tyn Lluncai ClaAA It was lost and gone forever! The dignity and intelligence, expressed on the faces of many students upon their graduation from high school the previous June, was utterly lacking when the newcomers made their first appearances in the corridors of Bethel on September 7, 1939, to take their placement tests. They stood in the hall chattering, becoming acquainted, and forming impressions of each other and the school. Everyone was thirsty, and that cay the hall fountain poured forth relief as it never had—since last year. A few students were already homesick. It wasn't difficult to distinguish them, staring into space with two sparkling eyes. There was the usual querying, ‘ Where are you from?” usually followed by “Where is that? At last the hour arrived. A teacher appeared in the hall and guided the newcomers into the chapel. There was much whispering and guessing as to who this one might be. but the confusion was interrupted by the distribution of test blanks. On Friday afternoon following the examination, the class v as taken on a tour of the Twin Cities, after which the members enjoyed a picnic in Como Park. This event was memorable in many ways—friendships were born that are still developing, the glow of Christian fellowship was experienced by all, and then, too, the first introduction to Como Park was mede. A reception was given by the Student Council on Friday evening. September 15. Here again these new freshmen were made to feel at ease by learning a few more names and faces. The freshmen soon adopted the vocabulary and habits peculiar to Bethel students. By the time everyone was caught in the momentum ol school routine, a meeting v as called to elect officers of the class. Ger.e Nyman was chosen president. Carol lane Engwall was selected to be his assistant. Virginia Carlson became the scribe, and Glen Soule the custodian of finance. The class clso chose Coach William Adam as its adviser. In the class meetings that followed, suggestions were made for socials and parties. January 15 marked the date for one of the outstanding events; it was a “Kids' Party,” at which all the freshmen joined heartily in re-living their childhood days. The next direction that the class took v as toward the task of raising money in order that it might entertain the members of the sophomore class at the annual banquet. For this purpose a program in the form oi a Big Bethel Broadcast was presented. The success of the event was due to the splendid cooperation of the class end to the leadership of the president. The members of the freshman class of 1939-40 are looking forward to returning to Bethel next year in the hope that deeper spiritual experiences, new intellectual attainments, and closer fellowship with one another might round out their Junior College days.

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Fourth row: R. Johnson. L. Hult gion, G. Anderson, L. Petersen D. West. D Peterson. A. Johnson F. Otto, D. Anderson, V. Hauk, O Nelson. Third row: J. Lindquist, D. Fagor strom, D. Nordoll, D. Miller. R Hovinon, S. Carlson. A Collins H. Rogers, G. Andorson, L. Shold Second row: V. Fons, A. Johnson M Melin, E. Finstroin. D J. Eggleston, M. Larsen, R. Erickson, H Heath. G. Hanson, L. Smith. First row: G. Widen, G. Samuel son. D. Wobstor, D. Johnson. J Johnson, C. E. Carlson. E. Elmgren E. Rvill. ofthawiosie ClaAl During the past two years the sophomores have furthered their education, have established permanent friendships, have increased their abilities through extra-curricular activities, and have enjoyed fellowship in times of recreation. The sophomore class has a membership of 48. Of these, some will come back to the Junior College and Seminary, others will go on to schools of higher education, and yet others will find full-time employment. The class has had several social activities this last year. The first event was held November 24 at the Minnehaha Park lodge in Minneapolis. The students came dressed for a hard time party. In Janucry, the second-year students went to Ccmo Park for a toboggan party. The traditional sophomore dinner was held on April 26 in the College Coffee Shoppe. The banquet program was a take-off on Edward Spenser's Fcirie Queene. The theme of the occasion was Miss America versus Chivalry. Grant Samuolson was the toastmaster, and Don Johnson, Olga Anderson, Viola Waihela, and Ethel Ruff responded with toasts. On May 7, the sophomore students gathered at the lake home of Dean and Mrs. Emery Johnson. There they had an afternoon of recreation, picnic-ing, and singing. Another adventure of the second-year class was the sponsoring of the last three Chautauquan programs of the spring semester. This was an attempt to raise money for the class gift. Olaf Nelson and Lloyd Shold were placed in charge of promotion. A lecture on propaganda in the news, a demonstration of the high degree of efficiency with which a police dog was companion and guide to a blind man, and a rehearsal of Admiral Richard E. Byrd's expedition to the Antarctic continent were the three programs presented. Donald Johnson guided the class during the year in all of its activities. He was assisted by Joyce Johnson, vice-president; Dorothy Webster, secretary; Grant Samuelson, treasurer; and Prof. C. E. Carlson, faculty adviser. The members of the sophomore class will, in years to come, treasure the memories gathered during their sojourn at Bethel Junior College. With commencement on June 8, another milestone will have been completed in the lives of the 24 graduating sophomores. Yet commencement will mean but the threshold to larger spheres of influence and activity.

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Scccnd row: E. Malm. M. Melin, O. Palmquisl. M. Jacobson. L. Smith, V. Carlson, L Bollstrorr., V. Fons. Firot row: V. Carlson, A. Prot-cott, R. Erickson, M. Dahlqulsl, L. Johnson, L Borsoll, M. I.undholm. N. Biliings, T. Clenienson. Clt Uiiicun 'faJosUie iA.' ub p.ardsne+it When roll was called in the Christian Workers' Department last (all, 16 students responded. Later, (our more enrollees joined the group to bring the number up to 20. There was a merging of cast, west, and middle-west in this group with three students coming from the east, five from the west, and twelve (rom the middle-west. The first class event of the year was in the form of a party with Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Wingblcde as host and hostess. The evening v as spent in playing games and singing. In contrast with the indoor party v as the outdoor picnic held at Minnehaha Park. If the weather v as a bit cold, no one objected. The cheery blaze of the campfire and the enthusiastic spirit of the girls made the atmosphere comfortable. The evening v as occupied with singing, conversing with one another, and, of course, eating. Two programs were presented by the group for themselves, one at Christmas and one at Easter, in which almost every student took part. One chapel service was conducted by these students. The following objectives of the Christian Workers' Course have been adopted in order to equip young people for efficient Christian service. The student should: 1. Have personal experience of the power of prayer and of the importance of spiritual nourishment. 2. Obtain an outline knowledge of the entire Bible and a detailed knowledge of the most frequently used books. 3. Have a knowledge of, and an acquaintance with, the techniques and tools for making available spiritual truth. 4. Have thought through, end defined his position in regard to, the major Christian doctrines. 5. Be conversant with the history of the spread of Christianity. 6. Have knov ledge of. and be able to apply, the best methods of Bible school teaching and organization. 7. Have an understanding of the psychic make up of children and adolescents. 8. Have a rational outlook toward social, political, and economic problems. 9. Be capable of intense study in making individual preparation. Although a student is not preparing for full-time Christian work, it is advisable for him to include at least one or two Christian Workers' courses in his program. Very few high school students know enough about the doctrines of the Bible. If they do not enter the Seminary or a Bible school, it is doubtful if they ever will obtain such knowledge. The Christian Workers' Course provides this training under the capable guidance cf Prof. Ernest Norstrom, Miss Esther Sabel, Dr. G. Arvid Hagstrcm, and Prof. A. J. Wingblade.