Bryan College - Commoner Yearbook (Dayton, TN)

Text from Pages 1 - 124 of the 1956 volume:

•ss ' f « ft A. IROF % -. J ' ' . YEAR OF PROGRESS As reported by Published by the Junior Class WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN UNIVERSITY Dayton, Tennessee Progress of the University Since the time that William Jennings Bryan visualized the establishment of an effective Christian university and up to the present hour, there has been a gradual, but sure realization of a school such as this. Especially in the past year the vision has evidenced tangible, as well as intangi- ble progress. Such manifestation is noticed in the completion of the exterior of the Administration Building, and other areas under construction. A new spirit of intellectual pursuance has pervaded the student mind, perhaps as a result of the many new additions to the curriculum, spurred on by our intensely interested faculty. Bryan ' s vision is not local. Its influence has spread to many areas of the world by a missionary fund initiated for the purpose of contributing to the needs of Bryan alumni in full-time Christian service. In the following pages we hope to show specifically the avenues of progression. r ) f IP «W E ■■■• ' ? Jl ' JL ;.i.«- ,.- b MOtf M tASfcH: (Ifc-rv •- • mmtta s -.KJ ■  , i N 1 Above: Our world-wide mission is more fully felt each month as funds are received and dispersed. Above: The self-initiated Faculty Committee on University Develop- ment has formed during the past year with the objective of a better future Bryan. Right: Pastel Drive — housing units recently acquired for faculty members. Y 1 PROGRESS I KTELLECTU ALL Y . . . Being a liberal arts college, the University must pursue consistently a program of higher learning in which the knowledge of this world is competently taught and willingly studied. By the knowledge of this world, we mean God ' s general revelation as mani- fested in nature, in history, and in the literary, aesthetic and philosophical expressions of man ' s moral con- sciousness. Since Bryan is not a Bible College or Bible Institute, we believe that we have a special obliga- tion to present liberal arts subjects which are con- sidered standard by American colleges and uni- versities. To fulfill this obligation, a total of fifteen new courses have been added to our curriculum this year; specifically in the departments of: Bible — three; educa- tion — six; English — two; history — one; and philoso- phy — three. Above: More effective speech for clear communication of our ideas. Above: A little learning is a dangerous thing. Below: And what does one do in the case of ambivalence? ™ , .Sk, Right: Mr. Herb Sierk presenting his top- ranking research paper at Tennessee Academy of Science. PROGRESS SPIRITUALLY... t -r . .-•■ Here on Bryan Hill we are challenged each day with the oppor- tunity to rise to a higher plane of spiritual living. Such progress is attained primarily by a quiet time spent individually with the Lord. We find an inspiration in the daily chapel programs, as well as in moments spent together with our fellow Christians. These constitute an integral part of experience in spiritual progression. Top left: Biblical language study expands understanding of Scriptures. Above right: We all anticipate Pa Buyes ' yearly Chapel challenge. Below left: Supplementary material aids this Bible major. Below right: Chapel object talk captivates attention of frosh. PROGRESS SOCIALLY The century-old ideal ex- pressing the importance of de- veloping the various aspects of the human being, such as intellectual, spiritual, physical and social areas, is not pre- cluded by its antiquity. Because there is an undeniable need for a balance such as this, the traditions of Bryan stress re- finements of gracious living and the development of an appre- ciation of others through asso- ciation with them. ' t jtoSw i ■b  ' 1 ) nd in ATHLETICS - - v vSX V ,, The Athletic division has rounded another lap in its sports program. Last spring a track was laid (as a class pro- ject), and the track team won its first home meet. Another lap was finished as the cross country team placed second in the invitational meet. Bryanifes are now awaiting the outcome of the effort toward an inter-collegiate basketball pro- gram. In the near future the school looks forward to attaining one of its highest goals — a gymnasium. True friendship merits deepest gratitude from those who have basked in its warmth. May this volume symbolize the deep apprecia- tion hitherto felt, yet unexpressed, by those of us who have been the objects of your sincere interest. Be- cause we have been enriched by your acquaintance and inspired by your selfless work of love, e Dedicate This, Our 1956 COMMONER 10 To You. ..MR. and MRS. F. R. ROGERS n 12 ADMINISTRATION and FACULTY We need not bother too much about the level plain if we can point out to our students the spires where the light comes first and lingers longest. And if we can contribute even a little to the building of one such spire we shall have justified our- selves and our profession. Such is the consensus of our faculty and staff, so aptly expressed in the words of Susan B. Riley in The Threat of Cultural Mediocrity. Our tribute to these leaders is long past due; may we, therefore, catch and disseminate the light with which we have been illumi- nated. Judson A. Rudd, Lid. President Emeritus Robert G. Adams Business Manager and Acting Treasurer Dwight W. Ryther Executive Vice-President and Dean Lois L. Weyhe Registrar 14 TOHN C. ANDERSON A.B., Th. M. Assistant Professor of Biblical Languages University of Illinois Dallas Theological Seminary Graduate work toward Th.D., Dallas Theological Seminary MORTON A. BROWN A.B., A.M. Associate Professor of History Washington and Lee University Harvard University Graduate work toward Ph.D., Harvard University MARY L. HAMMACK B.S., M.Ed. Assistant Professor of Education Oregon College of Education University of Oregon University of Nottingham, England BEATRICE E. BATSON B.A., M.A. Associate Professor of English. Bryan University Wheaton College Candidate for Ph.D., George Peabody College WIIMA BENKER B.A., M.R.E. Women ' s Counsellor Bob Jones University Southwestern Theological Seminary ROY W. BUTLER, JR. A.B., M.A., Ed.M. Assistant Professor of Education Gordon College Boston University University of New Hampshire Graduate work toward Ph.D., Harvard University DAVID H. HEYDENBURK B.M., M.M. Assistant Professor of Music Oberlin Conservatory of Music Indiana University MARY A. GREIDER B.A. Instructor in Spanish Wheaton College University of Wisconsin IRVING L. JENSEN A.B., S.T.B., Th.D. Associate Professor of Bible Wagner College The Biblical Seminary, New York Northwestern Theological Seminary ROBEHT D. MARSTON B.A., B.S., M.A. Librarian Greenville College George Peabody College FACULTY ALMA F. RADER Instructor in Bible Moody Bible Institute, Graduate LOU E. ROUGH B.A., M.S. Associate Professor of Biological Sciences Wheaton College Purdue University Graduate vrork toward Ph.D., University of Tennessee Just a matter of transposition. lUDSON A. RUDD A.B., M.A., LL.D. Professor of Mathematics Ottawa University University of Kansas Wheaton College 16 DWIGHT W. RYTHER LUCY D. SULLIVAN DOROTHY TABOR GORDON G. TALBOT B.S.C., M.A. B.A., M.A. B.S., M.S. A.B., Th.B., M.A. Professor of English Assistant Professor of English Instructor in Zoology and Chemistry Instructor in Christian Education University of Georgia Wheaton College Concord College Houghton College Columbia University University of Virginia Nyack Wheaton College LOIS L. WEYHE B.A., M.A. Assistant Professor of English Bryan University George Peabody College GERALD L. WOUGHTER B.M., M.M. Associate Professor of Music Westminster Choir College 17 Faculty meeting tonightl FACULTY and STAFF VERN ARCHER Bookkeeper CLEO FREY University Nurse REITA HALL ERMA HILL Assistctnt to Women ' s Counsellor Dietician and Director of Boarding Department 18 Registration with a smile. CALVIN JAYNES Supervisor of Maintenance ILA RUTH MAHR Secretary to the Executive Vice-President and Dean DEAN PIPER Associate Director of Boarding Department HELEN PIPER Secretary in Stewardship JANET TALBOT Secretary to the Business Manager 19 20 IN MEMORIAM This spirit has returned to Him, The pilot of the bark, Yet think not, Sun, it shall be dim When thou thyself art dark! No! it shall live for e ' er and shine In bliss unknown to beams of thine By Him recalled to breath. Who captive led captivity — Who robbed the grave of victory. And took the sting from death. — Selected I . . . but really I prefer to be away from home in the body and to be at home with the Lord . . . Let me tell you a secret. We shall not all fall asleep, but we sh all all be changed . . . And ■when this port (of us) once capable of dying puts on the body that cannot die, then what the Scripture says will come true, ' Death has been swallowed up in victory. O Death, where is your victory now? O Death, where is yoior sting? ' But thank God! He gives us victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 11 Corinthians 5:8; 1 Corinthians 15:51, 54, 55, 57. (Williams ' Translation) 22 J ' i SENIOR OFFICERS Vice-President, James Reese Sponsor, Dr. Jensen President, Charles Willoughby Treasurer, Charles Russell Chaplain, Kenneth Campbell Secretary, Marilyn Steinberger 23 SHIRLEY E. ARDELEAN History: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Sports 1, 2, 3, 4; Concession Manager 3; COM- MONER 3; Tennis Club 2, 3. JOSEPH S. L. ASCHENBACH English: C. S. A. 2, 3, 4: Child Evan- gelism 3, 4; Pastors ' Fellowship 2, President 3; Forensic 2, Treasurer 3; Camera Club 2; COMMONER 3; Art Club 4; Dormitory Council 4. MARLEEN V. BECK English: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Child Evan- gelism 3; Miracle Book Club 2; Sports 1, 2, 3, 4; Athletic Committee 2, 3, 4; Dormitory Council A; COMMONER 3; Spanish Club 1, 2, Vice-president 3. SENIORS 24 CARL E. BENEDUM History: Child Evangelism 1; Sports 1, 3; Choir 1; Forensic 3. EVERETT R. BOYCE History: Crcss-Ccuntry 1, 2, 3; Track I, 2. Chaplain 1. lACQUILINE BRYANT Zoology; C. S. A. 2, 3; French Club 3; Art Club 2; Bob Jones University 1952- ■53. SENIORS 25 KENNETH L. CAMPBELL History: C. S. A. 2, 3, 4; Miracle Book Club 2, 3, 4; Gospel Messengers 3; Student Council President 4; Sports 2, 3, 4; Choir 2; Dormitory Council 3; Class President 3. ETHEL MAE DAVIS Christian Education: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3; Child Evangelism 1, 4; Child Evan- gelism Fellowship 1, 2, 3, Secretary 4; Miracle Book Club 2, 3; F. M. F. 1, 2, 3, 4; Sports 1, 2, 3, 4; Choir 1, 2, 3. MARK DAVIS English: C. S. A. 3, 4; C. S. A. Council Treasurer 4; F. M. F. 3, Vice-president 4; Gospel Messengers 3; Choir 3; Forensic 3, President 4; Student Council 4; Graduate of Prarie Bible Institute, 1954. SENIORS 26 SARAH M. DAVIS English: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; F. M. F. 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4; Dormitory Council 4. LOIS A. DI PIETRO Spanish: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; F. M. F. 1, 2, 3, 4; COMMONER 3: Camera Club 3; Spanish Club 2, 3, 4. JANET L. DIVIL Christian Education: C. S. A. 2, 3, 4; Child Evangelism 3, 4; Miracle Book Club 2; Immanuel College, 1952-53; Waynesburg College, Summer 1955. SENIORS 27 LOIS I. FRIESWYK History: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Sports 1, 2. 3, 4; Tennis Club 2, 3; President Girls ' Dormitory 4; COMMONER Copy Editor 3. RALPH T. GREEN History: Sports 1, 2, 3. 4; COMMONER 3. DAVID C. HARMON English: C. S. A. 1, 2; Sports 2, 3, 4. SENIORS 28 ROBERT E. HEARING Christian Education: Home Missions Fellowship 2, 3, 4; COMMONER 3; Graduate of Philadelphia Bible Insti- tute. LYLE C. HILLEGAS English: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Pastors ' Fellowship 2, 3; Gospel Messengers 2, 3; Miracle Book Club 2, Greeter 3: Social Committee 1, 2, 3; Freshman Class President 1; Assistant Choir Pianist 2; Art Club 1, Vice-president 2; COMMONER Lay-out Editor 3. ADRIENNE KERR History: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; F. M. F. 1, 2, 3, Corresponding Secretary 4; Child Evangelism 1, 2, 3, 4, Secretary- Treasurer 3; Miracle Book Club 2, 3, 4; Class Secretary 1, 2; Student Council Secretary 3; COMMONER 3; Dormitory Council 2. 4: Sports 1, 2, 3, 4. Compliments of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Hearing, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Ward Hillegas SENIORS 29 NORBERT KIER EngUsh: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Child Evan- gelism 1, 2; F. M. F. 3, A; Spanish Club 2, 3, 4; Art Club 1; COMMONER 3; Class Treasurer 3. JOHN P. KRAMER History and Greek: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Pastors ' Fellowship 1, Secretary 2; Stu- dent Pastorate 3; Class President 2; COMMONER Business Manager 3; Mayor of Trailerville 4. GEORGIE M. LEDBETTER Christian Education: Child Evangelism 1, 2, 3, 4; F. M. F. 4; Art Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Forensic 2, 3. SENIORS 30 JOY ANN LESLE Biology: Miracle Book Club 2; Sports 1,. 2, 3, 4, Captain 1; Spanish Club 2; Gamma Chi 2, Recorder 3, Editor 4; Member, Collegiate Division, Tennessee Academy of Science 2, 4. ALICE I. McLEOD History: C. S. A. 2, 3, 4; Child Evan- gelism Fellowship 1, 2, 3, 4; F. M. F. I, 2, 3, Secretary 4; Miracle Book Club Reporter 2; Sports 1, 2, 3; Art Club 1; Student Council Secretary 2; Class Secretary 3; Dormitory Prayer Chair- man 4. ARTHUR E. McMANUS Bible: C. S. A. 1, 2; Child Evangelism 4; Track 3, 4; French Club 2. SENIORS 31 CHARLES D. MARVIN History: C. S. A. 2, 3; Sports 2, 3, 4; Choir 2; Transferred from Baptist Bible Seminary. STUART C. MEISSNER Music: Gospel Messengers 1; Choir 1, 2, 3, Vice-president 4; Cross Country 1, 2, 3. 4: Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Treasurer 1 . ANITA L. MYERS English: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Miracle Book Club 2; Student Council 1; Social Committee 2; COMMONER 3; Sports 4: Art Club 1, President 2, Vice-president 3; Girls ' Dormitory Secretary-Treasurer 2. Courtesy of Mr. and Mrs. J. Guy Myers SENIORS 32 RAMON PALMER History; F. M. F. 2, 3, 4; Jail Work 2; Songleading 3, 4; Sports 2, 3, 4. WILBUR N. PICKERING English: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Pastors ' Fellowship 2, 3; Sports 1, 2, 3, 4; Tennis Club 2, 3; Track 2, 4; Choir 3, President 4; Gospel Messengers 3; Forensic Society Vice-president 1, 2, President 3, Parliamentarian 4; Gamma Chi 2, Member, Collegiate Division, Tennessee Academy of Science 2; Spanish Club President 2; COMMONER Assistant Editor 3. SONIA RASMUSSEN English: C. S. A. 3; F. M. F. 3, 4; Sports 3, 4; Gamma Chi 3; Girls ' Dormitory Treasurer 3; Graduate of Philadelphia Bible Institute, 1954. SENIORS 33 PEARL RATHBUN Spanish: F. M. F. 1, 2, 4; Sports 1, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, President 4; Choir Historian 1, 2, 3, Secretary 4. TAMES REESE Enghsh: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Child Evan- gelism 2, 3, 4; Gospel Messengers 1, 2, 3; Choir 1, 2; F. M. F. 1, 2, 3, 4; Dormitory Council 4; Cross Country 1; Sports 2, 3, 4; Tennis Club 2; Class Treasurer 1, Class Vice-president 4. CHARLES E. RUSSEL History: COMMONER Treasurer 3; Class Treasurer 4; Sports 2, 3, 4. SENIORS 34 LAWBENCE D. SCHATZ History: C. S. A. 1, 2, Treasurer 3; Pastors ' Fellowship 2, 3; Student Pastor 2, 3, 4; Student Council 2, President 3; COMMONER Editor 3; Sports 1, 2, 3, 4. HERBERT A. SIERK Bible: Graduate of Moody Bible Insti- THEODORE G. SMETTERS History: Pastors ' Fellowship 1, 2, 3, 4; Child Evangehsm 1, 2; Street Meeting 3, 4; Class Chaplain 2. SENIORS 35 CHABLES R. SMITH History: C. S. A. 2, 3, 4; Pastors ' Fellow- ship 3, 4; Forensic 2; Gamma Chi 3; COMMONER 3; Transferred from Memphis State College. MARIAM L. SPEER Christian Education: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3; Child Evangelism 3, 4; Spanish Qub 1, 2, 3; Miracle Book Club 2; Gamma Chi 3; Dormitory Council 4. MARILYN STEINBERGER Bible: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3. 4; Child Evan- gelism 1, 2; F. M. F. 1, 2, 3, 4; Sports 1 2, 3, 4; Gamma Chi 1; Forensic Society 2, 3. 4, Secretary 3; Class Secretary 4; Dormitory Council 3; Dormitory Vice-president 4. SENIORS Ccunesy cf Levris W. Speer 415 Liberty SL Conneaut, Ohio 36 DUANE E. TAYLOR History: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Open Air Work 1, 2, 3, 4; Pastors ' Fellowship 2, 3, 4; Dormitory Council 3. NANCY E. THOMAS English: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Child Evan- gelism 1, 2, 3, 4; Miracle Book Club 3, 4; F. M. F. 1; Sports 1, 2, 3; Dormitory Council 3; COMMONER 3. CHARLENE K. WATKINS Christian Education: Child Evangelism 1, 2, 4; Miracle Book Club 4; Spanish Club 1; Forensic 2. SENIORS 37 DONALD WELTMER English: Gospel Messengers 1, 2, 3; Gospel Messengers ' Director 3; Camera Qub 1, 2, 3, 4, President 3; Dormitory Counselor 4; COMMONER Photography Editor 3; Sports 3, 4. CHARLES H. WILLOUGHBY Christian Education: F. M. F. 2, 3, 4, Southeastern Regional Vice-chairman 3, President 4; Student Council 3; Class Chaplain 3, Class President 4; Gradu- ate of Moody Bible Institute. DELORES I. YOCKEY Christian Education: C. S. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; F. M. F. 1, 2, 3, 4; COMMONER 3. ROBERT B. YOUNG Bible: C. S. A. 3, 4; Sports 3, 4; Gradu- ate of Philadelphia Bible Institute, 1954. SENIORS 38 1 L JUNIOR OFFICERS Chaplain, Harold Adkins Treasurer, Ouentin Motthes President, Ronald Bensinger Vice-President, Kenneth Hanna Sponsor, Miss Mahr Secretary, Norma Jenkins 39 JUNIORS Harold Adkins Ruth Aggers Eugene Anderson Wilma Anglebrandt Eleanor Barker James Earth Ronald Bensinger Donna Black Malcolm Bradshcrw Willis Brownlee Hazel Burruss Myra Conner Lyrle Cue James Daniels Ruth Elve Larry Fehl Emil Frey Harry Goehring Kenneth Hanna Rogers Havird 40 Compliments of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Henley 2443 E. Magnolia Ave. Knoxville, Tennessee JUNIORS Franklin Henley David Henry Joonn Hinkle Norma Jenkins Ardis Johnson Shirley Jurliss Judith King Martha King Patsy Lunney Virginia McCranie Ouentin Matthes John Mattingly Carol Miesel Gladys Mighells Catherine Painter Vernon Palmer Shirley Pitcher John Rhoades Lois Ringler Ann Ross Courtesy of Miss Ruby E. Hoyle 1665 S. W. 13th Street Miami, Florida 41 JUNIORS Richard Ruble Frank Russell Ralph Samuelsen Shirley Smiley Florence Smith Jack Smith Edwin Svedberg Charlotte Wilde Not Pictured: Raymond Karr Junior class project — Concessions. ■ .Mm 42 SOPHOMORE OFFICERS Sponsor, Mr. Woughter President, Richard Franklin Treasurer, Lynwood Catron Vice-President and Chaplain, Gayle Ryle Secretary, Barbara Ridder 43 SOPHS Helen Archer Roberta Bradley- Marvin Brannon Ronald Brooks Lynwood Catron Richard Caverly Ronald Chadwick Nancy Cook Carol Cornatzer Sarah Dolsen Lester Dow Avris Edmiston Janet Farley Thomas Fisher Richard Franklin Glenn Graham Mary Graydon Maxie Green David Hanenkrat Leona Harmon 44 SOPHS Eileen Hartzell Maureen Hay Iva Hillegas David Honeywell Douglas Huff Joyce Hughes Nolo Jahnke Donnis Lease James Lougheed Catherine McClune Colleen McDermotf Russell McLeod Kent Mann Stanley Michalski David Milles on Anne Moore Darla Morrow Rachel O ' Mera Jo Anne Phillips Sharon Poertner 45 SOPHS Bonnie Pratt Barbara Ridder Lindley Royston Gayle Ryle Beverly Smith Charlene Sorrell Thomas Sutton Edna Vincent Bertha Vogt Villa Wachtel David Watson Melvin Wick Joyce Williams Donald Williamson Helen Williamson Paul Yates 46 FRESHMAN OFFICERS Vice-President, William McKinley Treasurer, Vernon Stiles Sponsor, Mr. Talbot President, Darryl Bradley- Chaplain, Charles Lawson Secretary, Margie Biekert 47 FROSH John AUem Sandra Anderson Ellen Barnes Ruth Barth Marjie Beikert Sue Bell Mary Ellen Bough Darryl Bradley Clifford Branson Williani Brew Bemice Brown Peggy Caverly Roberl Conrad James Cooper David Crump Janet Cummins Ruth Dickey Lorry Dickson William Dunn Lamar Dupree Nannie Lee Ewing Phyllis Francis Anne Frazer Nancy Freiberger Clyde Fritts Wayne Funderburg Roberta Funk Owen Gibson Larry Granneman Laurel Hansen Janice Hortzell Carole Hennerman Nancy Hershey William Hicks Ursula Hildebrandt 48 Sponsored by: Dr. and Mrs. C. E. Hershey FROSH David Holland Raymond Holmes Uh Youne Hong Donna Howery Roger Hughes Betty Jamerson Harold Johnson Carol Jones David Jones Carlos Land David Lash Marilyn Laszlo Ralph Lotto Charles Lawson Freddie Leeson Glen Lehman Eleanor Lemke Loiirence Luard Peggy McCartney William McKinley Lloyd Motthes Sarah Meador Jean Myers Norma Nandrea Janet Oberman Delores Otto Marie Owsley David Pates Evelyn Patterson Barbara Pedlgo Sharlene Rankin Lois Robertson Sally Roudybush Joanne Ruark Karen Sadler Sponsored by: Horace E. Pedigo 612 Brooks Street Ann Arbor, Michigan 49 FROSH John Schatz Lewis Schoettle Lorry Seiner Ronald Shanks Esther Sharp Elaine Smelters Evon Smith Carolyn Snyder Howard Spanogle Patrida Stewart Lois Stiles Vernon Stiles Anne Tate Marilyn Taylor Lorry Thompson Alice Tobelmann Joseph Toth Iris Tucker Alan Winkler Dean Wisthoff rk New Students (from left to right) Jack Grammar, Muriel Leonard, Peggy Jensen, Theresa Rynders, Donna Gillette, Mary Gray, James Keifer. wm 50 Autographs 51 52 Peggy McCartney, Charlotte Wilde, Kenneth Campbell, Charlene Sorrell, Donnis Lease, Sarah Davis, Mark Davis, Malcolm Bradshaw, Ronald Chadwick, and Glen Lehman. STUDENT COUNCIL Handbook Revision Committee . . . Glory . . . and honor ... be unto our God. The Student Council, in seeking to carry out this aim, is the officiating member between the adminis- tration and the student body. Student suggestions for making changes in the Student Handbook, drives con- ducted among students, supervising the yearly campus clean-up, and directing weekly university prayer meet- ing are all channeled through the council. President — . Kenneth Campbell Vice-President Malcolm Bradshaw Secretary Donnis Lease 54 Betty Jamerson, Myra Conner, Marilyn Steinberger, Ruth Aggers, Franklin Henley, Mark Davis, Kent Mann, and Harold Adkins. FORENSIC SOCIETY Forensic Society Officers Learning to speak in public with ease, and to carry on proper parliamentary procedure are the primary aims of the Forensic Society. This is done through active participation of the members in the pro- grams which include book reviews, debates, discus- sions on current events, and readings. President - Mark Davis Vice-President . .-. Franklin Henley Secretary Myra Conner Treasurer Ruth Aggers Parliamentarian .. Wilbur Pickering 55 Compliments of: Mac Donald Farm Inc., Sale Creek, Tennessee Officers: Mark Davis, President; Ruth Aggers, Secretary; Lyle Schafz, Public Relations Chairman; Ardis Johnson and Joyce Hughes, Hillegas, Vice-President; Miss Beatrice Batson, Sponsor; Lawrence Co-Chairmen of Programs. LITERARY SOCIETY The organizations have also stepped forward this year by adding a literary society. Through debates, panel discussions, book reviews, musicals and other channels, it is expected that an interest in and apprecia- tion for the fine arts will be greatly increased. Scene from The Diary And Days of Sir Winston Geoffrey Abbingway. ' Martha King, Lois Ringler, Pearl Rath- bun, Wilma Anglebrandt, Judy King. GOSPEL ESSENGERS Each summer Gospel Messenger teams travel throughout the United States, presenting first of all Christ and then Bryan. These groups are instrumental in bringing spiritual blessings to many, and their services to the school is invaluable in leaving a living testimony for the University. Mark Davis, Howard Park, Lyle Hillegas, Kenneth Campbell, and Wil- bur Pickering. 57 Compliments of: Dr. J. W. McKinney Memphis, Tennessee THE CHOI The desire of the Bryan University Concert Choir is to: . . . serve the Lord with gladness: come before His presence with singing . . . Under the direction of Professor Gerald Woughter and accompanied by Professor David Heyden- burk, the choir made its first appearance at the Fall Bible Conference followed by several local appearances. The highlight of the Choir ' s year was a northern tour during Spring vacation. Preparing to leave on Spring tour. ? I I r iLir Reheaisal Tims. Individual tryout for choir. Manager _ .. Ronald Bensinger President - -. . - . Wilbur Pickering Vice-President __ -,._ _ . . Harry Goehring Secretary Pearl Rathbun Historian Lois Ringler Robe Attendant Raymond Holmes 59 Sponsored by; Mr. Clarence E. Mason Mrs. Esther E. Holmes Transportation Chairman, James Daniels; Secretary, Rogers Havird; President, Ronald Bensinger; Treasurer, Mark Davis; Vice-President, Richard Ruble; Co-ordinator, Mr. Gordon Talbot. CHRISTIAN SERVICE ASSOCIATIO The majority of the 250 enrolled students are actively engaged in some form of Christian service. These students carry the Word of Life to those in the public schools, jails, homes, churches, and hospitals in local and surrounding areas. An additional field of service has been opened by the use of puppets to present Bible stories to the boys and girls. 60 Compliments of: Sigismund Lemko Mrs. O. Freiberger Taking God ' s Word to the children Leaving for Child Evangelism class Puppets used to present the Christmas story 61 TEACHERS ' TRAINING FELLOWSHIP Putting into practice the things that were taught The purpose of the Teachers ' Training Fellow- ship is to train more effective student teachers for CSiristian service. During the meetings, the Christian Education Seminar instructs the members of the or- ganization in methods of using flannelgraph, Bible memorization, lesson planning, chorus singing, and story telling to be used in the Lord ' s service. President — Ronald Chadwick Vice-President .— Mariam Speer Secretary-treasurer Ethel Mae Davis Representative to C.S.A Rogers Havird Sponsor — Miss Mary Hammock 62 Compliments of: Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Bradshow Mr. and Mrs. Russell Moore IRACLE BOOK CLUB Nay in all these things we are more than con- querors through Him that loved us. Romans 8:37 Conversation for Christ is the main emphasis of the Bryan chapter of Miracle Book Club. From the smiling hello of the greeter to the reverent bene- d iction of the special speaker, Miracle Book Club meetings are centered on the practical aspect of personal evangelism. President Lyn Royston Vice-President Richard Ruble Secretary Lois Ringler Greeter Kenneth Campbell Reporter Florence Smith Sponsor _ Miss Alma Rader Planning for a Miracle Book Club Program 63 Compliments of: Meade St. Baptist Church Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania PASTORS ' rELLOWSHIP For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus ' sake. II Corinthians 4:5 The desire and purpose of the Pastors ' Fellow- ship is to help prepare those who will in future years carry the Gospel of Christ to the unsaved, and edify and strengthen His children in the faith. Practical and informative programs with visiting evangelists and local pastors are planned for the realization of this purpose. President Jim Lougheed Vice-President Ken Hanna Secretary Lester Dow Sponsor Mr. Anderson Compliments of: Westminster Presbyterian Church Chattanooga, Tennessee 64 FOREIG ISSIONS FELLOWSHIP The Foreign Missions ' Fellowship seeks to spread knowledge of the various fields, awaken interest in the students concerning missionary service, and pro- vide an association of Christian young people looking toward the field. This year the group is sponsoring a missionary conference in January, and a play oh the life of John and Betty Stam. In the spring, there will be representatives attending the F.M.F. Conference at Toccoa Falls, Georgia. President Spud Willoughby Vice-President Mark Davis Secretary Alice McLeod Corresponding Secretary Adrienne Kerr Prayer Chairman Rogers Havird Sponsor — — Mrs. Lucy Sullivan Pantomime of the life of John and Betty Stam. 65 MISSIONARY EVANGELIZE! Give us a watchword for the hour, A thrilling word, a word of power; A battle-cry, a flaming breath, That calls to conquest or to death; A word to rouse the church from rest. To heed her Master ' s high behest. The call is given: Ye hosts arise, Our watchword is Evangelize 1 The glad evangel now proclaim Through all the earth in Jesus ' name; This word is ringing through the skies, Evangelize! Evangelize! To dying men, a fallen race, Make known the gift of gospel grace; The world that now in darkness lies. Evangelize! Evangelize! • — Henry Crocker Left: Africa Top: Asia Bottom: Home Missions Left: Local Mission Work i 66 PRAYER GROUPS Habla Vd.el espanol? The major aim and purpose of the Spanish Club is to better acquaint the students of Spanish with the customs, language, and religion of Spanish-speaking peoples. The programs include mission- ary speakers, films and slides, records, songs, and games. One of the special features of the year is the Christmas party which is a real Spanish pinata. President Pearl Rothbun Vice-President Donnis Lease Secretary-treasurer Norbert Kier Social Chairmen Lois DiPietro David Honeywell Faculty Sponsor .._. Miss M. A. Greider SP ANIS CLUB ART CLU The Art Club seeks to draw out and develop the skill in art which many of the students here at Bryan possess. This is done through projects such as: banquet decorations, out-door sketching, chalk drawing, and working with materials to be used in C.S.A. work. President ,, — — Douglas Huff Vice-President Mary Graydon Secretary _.._ Catherine McClune Treasurer Roberta Funk Sponsor Miss Dorothy E. Tabor 68 A survey course in photography- begins the year of the Camera Club member with much practical experi- ence both afield and in the darkroom. The subjects studied include informal portraiture, scenic, and display photog- raphy. Outings, lectures on specialized portions of photography and contests add to, and make up the regular meet- ings of the club. President Lewis Schoettle Vice-President James Daniels Secretary David Lash Dark Room Supervisor D. Weltmer CAMERA CLUB VETS CLU The purposes of the Vets Club are to promote the welfare of all veterans and to afford a channel for men of like experiences to fellowship and witness. President Willis Brownlee Vice-President Ed Svedberg Secretary-treasurer Avris Edmiston 69 n j 3— j© f ■.i,: „Mmml L i[4d — s=- m Sr - IhlM H Ik Bbi f 1 IH B MJ - ■ ' ' ' Im IHEHa IBH In God We Trust is the adopted slogan and Let ' s See A Million the ' theme. Students and faculty launched the Common Cents Cam- paign in the late spring of 1955. The goal — one million pennies and com- pletion, of the library. (A similar pro- gram used in a northern state in- spired the plan.) Off to a good start. eir mure CP J kernel, , l ell Have A 5,999 more to go. The Counting Business looks good. PE Y CAMPAIG A little is much when the Lord is in it. Money began coming in during the summer and to date well over $3,000 in pennies and bills have rolled up Bryan Hill. With the goal near, faculty, staff, friends and students are still giving. 72 CAMPUS CLEAN-UP Work galore! That describes one of our spring activities — namely, campus clean-up! Early in the morning, we begin our task of cleaning away the leaves and setting , everything in order on the campus. At the close of the day, we end our work with a time of fellowship around a bonfire. Early morning orders Hold it, look what I found Leaf it to Hinkle Is that how you do it? Coffee Break or Rake Break? 73 FRESHMAH INITIATION Initiation day begins when all freshmen are awakened at 5:00 a.m. and escorted on a hike by the sophomores. Then, the athletic field receives a thorough cleaning and after break- fast, tips are given as to dress and certain rules of formality are stressed to be regarded whenever a sophomore approaches. To complete the activities, the freshmen are entertained with a party at which they perform spectacular feats. Topsy What did I do to deserve this? Don ' t laugh, you might look like this someday. Give me back my spoon. When the Freshmen do as the Sophomores say. 74 TRAILERVILLE Dwellers of trailerville have their own sys- tem of government. This is handled through a Mayor and two Councilmen. Their specific duty is to propose regulations and care for all of the everyday problems that arise. Councilman .__. Bob Hearing Councilman — Ray Karr Mayor John Kramer CONCERTS Students learn to enjoy classical music through student recitals, and concerts given here on the hill. These programs included such artists as con- tralto, Evelyn Ames, and tenor, Charles McCool; violinist, Theodor Mamlock accompanied by Peter Rickett; harpist, Mary Spoulding; and baritone soloist, Gordon Gaines. SOCIALS God ' s unspeakable gift was the essence of the message presented at the Christmas Banquet. Dr. Logsdon of Holland, Michigan, was guest speaker. The Bryan Banquet held in March, 1955 was centered around the 25th anniversary of the school, with Dr. Rudd as speaker. Throughout the year, all-school parties are held. These include the Valentine party which is presided over by a king and queen chosen by the student body. VALENTINE COURT And a good time was had by all. King and Queen of Hearts, James Reese and Adrienne Kerr, with attendants, Iva Hillegas, Even Smith; Alice McCleod, James Earth; Judy King, Lawrence Schatz; Ann Tate, and Kenneth Campbell. 77 Rev. Donald Graham Rev. Fred Brov rn and Dean Ryther Dr. S. Franklin Logsdon CONFERENCES The main speakers of the Fall Bible Conference this year were Dr. Franklin Logsdon, Holland, Michigan; the singing preacher, Rev. Donald Graham, Pensacola, Florida; and Rev. Fred Brown, evangelist from Chatta- nooga. Speaking at the Missionary Conference were Rev. Arthur Glasser, Assistant Home Director of the China Inland Mission; and Rev. Walter Olsen, Representative for The Evangelical Alliance Mission. We are indeed thank- ful for these rich opportunities of listening to God ' s servants. Rev. Walter Olsen Horace Feagan and Al Miller 78 WHO ' S WHO IN AMERICAN COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES The honor of appearing in the annual edition of Who ' s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities this year was conferred upon Kenneth Campbell, Lyle Hillegas, John Kramer, and Charles Willoughby. This is awarded on the basis of excellence and sincerity in scholarship, demonstrated leadership ability, active participation in academic and extra- curricular activities, strong character, citizenship, service to the school and evident potential ability for future usefulness in business and society. Kenneth Campbell Lyle Hillegas John Kramer Charles Willoughby 79 FUN TIMES This IS a problem. Which is the pseudo ? Seen 2 from Hillbi lly Sue. No Matter What Happens Don ' t Say A Word Forget the books and the diets, gals. A Now Toynbee says 80 The Seniors Did Sneak, Didn ' t They? No fair peeking. ' Losin ' somethin ' ? Quick as a flash they both went SPLASH! L ■ Bi B 1 K p M Ki ' t H 1 H 1 M mnM H. c ' ws R ' Vb I mr m K 1 B 1 K IHl Hm jf Hi •J lUw( 81 THE KITCHEN STORY Mrs. Hill, planning the week ' s menus. Watch your fingers, Mr. Piper. Over one hundred students are employed by the Boarding Deport- ment which is under the direction of our dietician, Mrs. Hill, and her associate, Mr. Piper. These students find relaxation from studies while preparing, cooking, and serving meals to the Bryan family. Many occasions will arise in later life where this experience can be put to practical use. K. P.? Stocking up! Scrap up time Monthly Boarding Department Meeting Top: Chow and Chatter time Bottom: Remember, too many cooks spoil the soup. Oh the high cost! Which is the key center? WORKING AND STUDYING ff Ain ' t that a shame? Last minute clean-up. Book-Cracker ' s Suite. 84 Night time ain ' t no time to tudy. 85 m This must be posed! Silence, genius at work. He gets it by osmosis. Next time we ' ll warn you, Norbie. AROUND SCHOOL WITH LLOYDIE What is this, a joke? The celebrity and his pubUcity agents Tum-out for the game Walking in a Winter Wonderland The Orange Bowl Open Wide How to win friends and influence people Oh, give me a home . . . 87 Old Abbingway himself, reminiscing Who ' s going to move first? Will he make it? The Grand Finale ..MN 88 •m X Seniors Juniors All Star Team Pep Band FOOTBALL Won Lost Tied Seniors 2 4 Juniors 3 1 2 Sophomores 1 4 1 Freshmen 2 3 1 Rarin ' to go! 90 Southern Team Northern Team Every Thanksgiving Day the traditional North- South football game is played and rivalry mounts to great height between the states. Each section elects a queen and attendants to preside over the festive occasion. This year the game ended in a tie and two teams were reconciled for another year. The North - South Queens and their attendants 91 3 ' 7 Seniors Sophomores Juniors Freshmen % u V d 92 Won Lost Tied Seniors 3 Juniors 2 1 Sophomores 3 Freshmen 1 2 Seniors Compliments of Mr. Forrest L. Pitcher Juniors Freshmen ■ F t « Wl - ' . X, n: SOFTBALL Softball games ore scheduled between the classes and are often the determining factor for the intramural trophy award which goes to the class attaining the highest number of points at the end of the school year. Seniors Sophomores Juniors Freshmen ASKETB ALL Seniors Juniors Sophomores Freshmen 96 Compliments of: Mr. and Mrs. Ralph M. Weltmer Seniors Juniors Sophomores Freshmen 97 SPEEDBALL Sophomores Juniors Freshmen Won Lost Tied Seniors 3 2 1 Juniors 3 1 2 Sophomores 2 2 2 Freshmen 1 4 2 98 CROSS COUNTRY TR AC ' ' i0 ! T ' ' ' 9 9f- ' 0 ' . 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