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LAMPAS 1936 Sylvia Abel — All the sivi, commend hey. Like an exotic, vivid flower, Sylvia has bloomed in the somber conventional city. There is a certain calm poise in this beauti- ful, popular girl that enhances her charm. Indeed, poise has become so much a part of Sylvia ' s personality that one cannot picture her in a state of confusion. More- over, this daughter of the gods, divinely fair, combines intelligence with loveli- ness. An intense energy and zeal in matters scholastic have combined to keep her right there. We extend the palm to Sylvia for blending her social and scholas- tic activities with masterly skill. Major: English. Minor; General Science Welfare Club; Athletic Association ' 33, ' 36; Drama Club ' 33, ' 34, ' 35, ' 36; English Club ' 34, ' 35, ' 36. Shirley Abelo ' w Lady I you are with beauties so enriched Of body and of mind. As I can hardly find Which of them all hath most my heart be- witched. Some girls are born to be leaders, to be successful in all their undertakings. Shirley is one of these few. Her simplicity, candor, and obvious efficiency inspire confidence, which is never misplaced. With all her talent for leadership, Shirhy is always willing to cooperate with others; and she gives her best to all her work, even the tasks which carry w ith them no glory. Her delightful humor, contagious en- thusiasm, and sympathetic understanding make her a friend among friends. A schol- arly mind, social grace, and charming ap- pearance are elements in her distinctive personality. Deep personal integrity, tol- erance, and selflessness are combined in her splendid character. Major: Mathematics. Minor: General Science Lampas Staff; Welfare Club (Thanksgiving Group Leader ' 35); Athletic Association ' 33, ' 34, ' 35, ' 36 (Secretary ' 35, Treasurer, ' 34); Drama Club ' 33, ' 34; Mathematics Society ' 34, ' 35, ' 36 (Secretary ' 36); Science Club ' 36. Twenty-fve

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936 LAMPAS ROSE KIPNEY ELEANOR LEE FRANCES SULLIVAN ™= ™ ' ' v,c.-p«,.,o.„-r BETTY KELLEHER SENIORS THE SENIOR CLASS Here ' s to us! It may seem conceited to sing one ' s own praises, but we do not see how a student could spend four years as a member of our present Senior Class and not be proud of the class. Truly our accomplishments justify a certain pride. Con- sider the outstanding leaders we have given to the Self-Government Association, to clubs, and to classes; our social events exceptional in efficient management and successful completion; and finally our noteworthy scholastic record. What is the explanation for such success? It is plain that behind every activity undertaken by our class there has been sincere enthusiasm, steadfast determination to succeed, and an admirable spirit of cooperation and friendliness. Then, too, no small share of credit goes to our leaders. We are unanimous in our sincere appreciation of the class officers, — our president, Rose Kidney, who has covered herself with glory in so many fields, and to Eleanor Lee, Betty Kelleher, and Francis Sullivan who have given loyal support in the leadership of our class in its final year. With such a repu- tation to maintain, we may expect much in the future from the Class of 1936. Twenty-foi

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936 LAMPAS Rose Angelina Aversa A lovely being, scarcely formed or moulded, A rose tvith all its siveetest leaves yet folded. Rose is so quiet and gentle for the most part, that only on rare occasions were her classmates allowed to raise the curtain, as it were, and see and appreciate the spark of nature ' s fire that is her inheritance. Witness Rose ' s adept playing of the violin with the College Ensemble at the Tea in Collins Hall and at Commencement in the Courtyard; also her lovely solos at he Cercle Frangais. We who are not so gifted musically admired her talent. Again she gained our admiration when, without fuss or fanfare, she proffered the French girls an original poem, so fine in Gallic fluency, so pointed in humor, and so poignant with pathos as- to Warrant its being read at the Cercle Frangais, where it achieved for its author the high praise — C ' est tres bien fait, ca! Major; French. Minor: Spanish Self-Government Association (Councillor ' 33); English Club ' 33; French Club ' 34, ' 35, ' 36; Spanish Club ' 36. Mary M. Badessa Small of stature, but not of mind. Demure Mary has given ample evidence that no task is too great for her small self to undertake. She proceeds with her work joyfully and serenely, completing it well; and she will be the ideal kindergarten teacher. Quiet and industrious, she is con- tented to be in the background, but she is so vital that her presence is always felt. Her calmness is that of still waters, and her brightness that of full many a gem. Kindergarten-Primary Course Welfare Club; Aquarium Club ' 35, ' 36; Athletic Association ' 35, ' 36; Drama Club ' 34, ' 35; Music Club ' 35, ' 36. Twenty-six