Brandon University - Sickle Yearbook (Brandon, Manitoba Canada)

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.F -..v---V -4--- --v- -- W-Y,--., -...Y..fi...,--.,,-- A VAUDEVILLE VALSE Snow creates a problem, but Brandon College is never daunted by inclement weather. In lieu of the Notre Dame football reception, and in order to raise money for the Brandon College Expansion Fund, the Main Executive decided to hold a special extravaganza on October 17th. And extravaganza was the word for it!! Vaudeville Valse was highlighted by a fast moving program - Jeunesses Ridiculi, the Nudenilks, and the Ginger Ale lady, along with other performers, provided scintillating entertainment. Of special note was the effervescent M.C. of the hour-long spectacle. Lunch was indeed a 'fine repast-an old idea cen- tered in a new arrangement. This dance served delicious chocolate slice and ice cream, supplemented by soft drinks. The motif of the decorations was pin-up girls and perky hats. Eileen Wightman of '62 is to be congratulated for a masterful job. To the overall convenors, Carole Griffith and Wayne Kirbyson, this writer tips her hat for one of the best dances of the year. Of course we cannot finish this cov- erage without mentioning how eye-appealing the men in our college found our first feminine M.C., Janet Mooney. Thanks for a new approach, gang. Myra Johnston '62 ! W .2 , a One hundred and twenty-three - ,4- L.

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- CLASS OF '60 PARTY On Tuesday, November 23, 1959, it was mild ibut snowing slightly, when the grand and glorious class of '60 .gathered for its first olass party of the year. We journeyed -to Min- nedosa, where we were ig-reeted very cordially by our hosts. We then sat down to a bounti- ful meal of spare-ribs, with strawberry short- cake for dessert. After Bob finished his fourth serving, we left. Upon arriving 'back in Brandon we ad- journed to -the Hut to watch TV -and to dance. The dance was made open to all College students with preference being given to stu- dents of the fairer sex of which our class -has a minority. Many thanks for a most enjoyable evening, are extended to Bob Simmons, our social con- venor, John Lockie, our class president, and to Mr. and Mrs. Thordarson, who acted as our chaperones. -A' 'A' -K CLASS OF '61 PARTY On October 22, the dauntless members of the illustrious class of '61 braved snow and sleet to attend the fowl supper at Basswood. After a sumptuous meal, the class most gra- ciously fulfilded the request of the Basswood- ites 'by vocalizing the college song and the class yell. The vocalizing continued in a more pronounced form on the bus trip home. The evening was brought to a most enjoy- able -conclusion with an invigorating dance in the Hut , Such innovations as the onion dance and the Mexican Hat -dance added spice to the evening. Lunch was served for those who had any vacancy left after the sulpper. Social convenors Ruth Brown and Bob Cole- man are- to be commended on producing one of the 'best parties the class of '61 has ever experienced. Janet Mooney '61 if if -k CLASS OF '62 PARTY On Wednesday, October 14, 1959, the class of '62, largest class in Brandon College, held their annual class party in the form of a din- ner and dance. Three chartered buses left the One hundred and twenty-two JL. . College for Hamiota at 5 'p.m., filled with ex- uberant '62 members, the College Com-bo, and Dr. and Mrs. Lasikin as chaperones. Despite the abundance of snow on the roads and a snow plow that had to be moved, We finally arrived at the Hamiota School. After we had assembled in the school audi- torium, and Ron Keeler, class president, had restored order, Don Axford asked the bless- ing. Then the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Cana- dian Legion, Hamiota, pro-ceeded to serve a delicious repast of baked ham, and scalloped potatoes with all the trimmings. Several toasts were given. Ron thanked -the ladies for the lovely dinner and a hearty round of applause supported him. While the auditorium was being cleared and the girls were making minor repairs , the College Combo began to prepare for their role in attending our class party. For the next several hours, we danced to the smooth and lively strains of the college orchestra. At the end of our da-nce, we sang Hail Our College , and gave the yells of '62, Arts and Science, in order of their importance. With regrets but with cherished memories of a 'highly successful party, we boarded the buses for the all too short trip home. Before we had time to think twice, Brandon College loomed up in the darkness. The Clark Hall girls were in on time! A vote of thanks is in order for those who made the '62 party such a-n overwhelming success. The memfbers of the class will never forget that evening. Marion McGregor '62 if if -x CLASS OF '63 PARTY The class of '63 -held its first birthday party in the form of a fowl supper at Alexander. After meeting at t-he College we moved en masse to Alexander United Church where the Ladies' Auxiliary served a delicious din- ner. Gera-ld Butler, class president, was M.C. After an inspiring pep talk by Rah Rah Rogers, better known as Mr. Hannah, Honor- ary President of the Class of '63, we returned to the Hut for a dance to the music of the College Combo. Many thanks go to Leslie Findlay and Dave Bergman, our capable social convenors. Joan Myers '63 ' l.-..,-..A

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ARMED FORCES DANCE The Armed Forces dance on Saturday, January 9, proved to be a rousing opening of second term activities. Held in the H-Hut, it was one of the most original dances of the year. Soft lights, gala streamers and murals, not to mention the silhouettes and photos arranged on the walls, a-ppropriately created the atmosphere of the Officers' Mess. It was amazing to think that only that morning these inviting rooms had been our classrooms. The lunch was superb, to say the least. It was held in the form of a smorgasibord, and there was more than ample food for all. I'm still won- dering who stole my olives, but it wasnit too hard to trace my pepperoni! Another original feature was the games room, where one could chal- lenge a weary dancing -partner to a game of checkers, darts, or any of the various other games provided. Members of the Regina and St. Michae1's basketball teams were present, adding a bit of variety to the male stag line and the female populous. Thanks are extended to the chaperones for the evening, Prof. and Mrs. Hannah and Mr. and Mrs. MacKay. This very enjoyable dance set a high standard for the functions re- maining in the social year. Ann Marie Grobb '62 if if 4: VALENTINE DANCE The annual Valentine's dance of Brandon College, sponsored by the T.T.C., was held at the Aggie School on Friday, February 12. The Sweetheart's Serenadei' was an excellent effort, with novel de- corations to suit the occasion-a Valentine tree't and Valentine-faced cari- catures. For lunch, generous servings of chocolate cake and ice cream, along with cokes, were featured. Jean Templeton, a competent M.C., introduced the entertainment. Here we saw a skit On the Farm , and listened to the Wallflowers' ren- dition of There's Nothing Like a Guy. The question of Whether a girl should pop the question to a man during Leap Year was approached by Margaret Robinson in the course of her monologue. Dennis Cameron's Lucky Star game aroused a great deal of interest and some of the participants walked away with some really big prizes! Dancing was resumed after the entertainment, to the music of Roy Brown's Orchestra. Irene Hrushowy '60 One hundred and twenty-four l