Brandon University - Sickle Yearbook (Brandon, Manitoba Canada)

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INSTALLATIONS Brandon College students filled the Agricultural School auditorium Saturday, January 23, to witness the induction of members of the new student ex- ecutive for the college year 1960-61. Gladwyn Scott, from -Hamiota, and Penny Smith, Brandon, were honoured as the new Senior Stick and Lady Stick, respectively. They were the central figures in the traditional ceremony, in which they took their pledge -of office under the direction of present sticks, Bob 'Melvin and Regina Armstrong. You are assuming positions which carry great responsibility, said Mr. Melvin, since next year will be a crucial one in our expansion program. You will lead the largest student body in the his- tory of Brandon College. Other positions filled were: Manager-Literary Board Cacclamationl: Hugh Halliday. Manager-Athletic Board tacclamationl: Carole Griffith. . Manager-Publications Board: Enid Currie. Manager-Crests and Awards Board: Rae West- cott. Secretary-B.C.S.A.: Pat Stanley. The installations program, climax of the annual election week, featured entertainment staged by the Sigma Mu fraternity. Election winners were an- nounced between acts by MC Bob Henault, w-ho handled the take-off 'on the Ed Sullivan variety hour. Considered the highlight of the show was the mock ballet, starring Jim Bower and Bill Evans as the Bal1erinas and Gary Prior and Dave Hitchins as their partners. Cultural experts attributed Jim's delicately executed pirouettes to the size 10 run- ning shoes, which appeared to give him solid foot- mg. Other items on the program were the Harvard boys' glee club, complete with short pants and sing- ing such songs as Fight Fiercely, Harvard, a par- ody on the traditional college fight songg a typically faked wrestling matchg Bill Clark as Sherman Belly, a sick comicg Barry Elwood and .Tim Parres sing- ing and playing guitarsg Wes 'Morden telling stories about Norway in reasonably authentic dialectg not to mention Murray Zuk, Calias Julia Snead J, with a word from our alternate, altern-ate, alternate . . . sponsor . After a satisfying lunch was served, the evening concluded with the selling of the posters under the direction of the capable auctioneer, Fred McIntosh. Ron Kirbyson, Ed, I ,s.v.nwn,- Ama One hundred and twenty-seven ta -4-L..

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One hundred and twenty-six -.Y -W .- . 1 1. Y 3. . v. ... Y.. ,,..M.,, ELECTION WEEK The third week in January was a lost one for even the most serious of college students. The occasion? - Student elections. Although two offices were filled by acclamation - Manager of Athletic Board, Carole Griffith, Manager of Lit- erary Board, Hugh Halliday - five other offices remained to be decided when the polls opened on January 22. Election wheels started turning on Monday, January 18, when formal nominations were made in the chapel. Officially, campaigns began on Tuesday night as groups of inspired students banded together to employ their artistic talent in sup-port of their favorite candidates. From these various camps emerged numerous original name-tags and posters. By 10:00 p.m., pandemonium reigned in the Main Hall as supporters clutched frantically for poster space. Within half an hour, various forms of election propaganda filled every available space. Wednesday the new canteen became the scene of the Pep Rally, at which entertainment gimmicks were employ- ed by the Lady and Senior Stick candidates in an attempt to influence the unpredictable student body. These included the work of the College Combo, an ac- complished Scott Ibagpiper, bouncing Highland fling dan- cers, as well as the versatile Queenston Trio , the chorus line, Merv's gambling casino, Bill Clark's impersonations, George Peary's feats of wrestling against a Barry wild beast, and, oh yes, we must not forget the char-ming bath- ing beauties - Jackie Matheson and Waynda Gurba. This is just a sample of the items enjoyed by the huge crowd packed into the very small available space. By Thursday afternoon, the election fever of the earlier part of the week was left behind as a subdued crowd gath- ered in the college chapel to hear the student speeches. Speakers were ear-nest and sincere, but the seriousness of the occasion was offset by the antics of the honourable timekeeper and gong ringer and the diversion caused by the entrance of a last-minute candidate from Borneo. Probably, this phase of the whole week is the most important in the shaping of the voter's decisions. All in all, election week this year was characterized by a spirit of co-operation and friendliness, and was termed a success by everyone ' ' Enid Currie '61 Janet Mooney '61

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FALL FORMAL The Fall Formal,iheld at the Composite High School, Friday, November 27, was as impressive as usual this year. Setting the pace for the evening was the jovial master of ceremonies, Bob Coleman, who filled any gaps with spicy comments. Adding smooth, enjoyable strains to the evening was the rhythmic band of Merv Kraeling. The eye-catching decorations, blue and white streamers delicately hung from the ceiling to the walls, created a dreamy effect. Glittering stars were scattered throughout the auditorium enhancing the atmosphere. Credit for all this goes to Elsie Morningstar and her committee. During the intermission a dainty lu-nch was served by Waiters in White jackets. A great deal of work was put into this, as Gail Field and her committee can well testify. In one of the novelty dances of the evening, Cecilia Page and Gary Gordon managed to pick a lucky spot. The last waltz was followed by Hail Our College and the various yells. A special thanks is extended to Dr. Laskin and his wife for chaperoning the dance. The success of this delightful evening is a credit to the convenors, Ruth Brown and Tom Ross, who did a wonderful job. Eleanor Arnason, T.T.C. One hundred and twentygeight l N