Carleton University - Raven Yearbook (Ottawa, Ontario Canada)

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Carleton College Year Book 1944-45 13 SDITCRIHL The main object of a year book is to present reports of the various activities of the college. In long-established colleges not only are there many more activities to report, but a large part of the book is devoted to biographies and pictures of graduates. The fact that Carleton College is still in its initial stages makes it impossible to issue a sizeable publication without resorting to other devices. With this point in view, the students were asked to submit contributions on subjects relating to their courses, or literary productions of their own choosing. A number of these contributions have been published and we hope we have been wise in our selection. However, the limitation of space in relation to the number of contribu- tions submitted made it necessary to eliminate some of them. It was our policy to select unbiasedly those articles of a superior quality. But, in some cases where overlapping of ideas occurred, we were forced to omit articles which would otherwise have been acceptable. A short story contest was also held. The editorial committee is placed in the embarrassing position of having to congratulate the associate editor, James S. Patrick, whose entry 'Phantom Soldier,' was judged the prize story. The Year Book is the product of a good deal of hard work and concen- tration, and we hope that in some way it measures up to an acceptable standard. However, if in any way it falls short it is purely error in judgment on our part-. We wish to thank all those who have made contributions or who have aided us in any way, with special mention, first, of Dr. Tory and Dr. MacOdrum for their splendid co-operation, of the Mayor, Mr. Stanley Lewis, for his message: of Miss M. Davidson, a former student of Carleton College, and W. Newton, of The Citizen for photography. Finally, we must thank Mr. M. J. Londeau, our advertising manager, whose unflagging energy has contributed greatly to the success of this publication. , As this goes to press, word comes that peace in Europe has been achieved, and we join with the rest of Canada in expressing our heartfelt thanks to those whose sacrifices have made this glorious victory possible. May another year find peace established throughout the world. Year Book Committee: CMrs,D Betty Smith CAssist. Editorb, James S. Patrick fAssociate Editorj, Donalda MacIntosh CEditorD, Rae Farrel CAssist. Editorb.

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S Carleton College Year Book 1944-45 15 To The Students I am very glad to write a few words of introduction for the 1944-45 Year Book. It is a distinct sign of progress when the Student body launches out on an enterprise of such ditnensions. No one realizes more than I do the difficulties under which you labour in getting a co-operative spirit developed to the point of definite action in a student body where over 95'Z, work during the day and attend classes only in the evening. It calls for the greatest loyalty and devotion, more than is usually found in an ordinary college. I should like to say to the students as a whole, and in this I speak for the Ottawa Association for the Advancement of Learning and their Board of Governors as well, that we have been more than pleased at the spirit of helpfulness and intellectual sincerity which has characterized from the beginning all who have been associated with us. To me per- sonally it has been one of the most delightful experiences of my life. With regard to our growth, I am sure I am justified in saying that it has been quite abnormal. When we began we anticipated a possible 150 students, and would have felt, if such had been the case, that our effort was quite worthwhile. That in three years our numbers in the College and Institute, includ- ing the newly registered class of returned men, would be 990 not only exceeded all expectations but is a great source of gratifi- cation. As you know, the College was founded to serve the young people of our city and dis- trict. It is under the auspices of the Ottawa Association for the Advancement of Learn- ing, a body of citizens who have undertaken to support its work. Our future depends on public sympathy and support. I am happy to say that the attitude of our public towards us seems to be wholly favourable. The College aims to maintain standards in the subjects taught equal to any in older institutions of the country. Its promoters believe that nothing better can be done for the new generation now getting ready to enter upon life's responsibilities than to see that opportunities for self-development are placed within their reach. We now know that our institution is meeting a long-felt need. Our success has been so great that we look forward in the very near future to securing a permanent home and having classes through- out the day as well as in the evening. It is possible we may be in a position to begin these classes in September, 1945. We seem now to be nearing the con- clusion of the European part of the war. The work of reconstructing our lives to meet the new emergencies will soon be upon us. To meet them honestly and sincerely, looking to the general good, as distinct from personal advantage, will require trained intelligence, tolerance springing from a spiritual appre- hension of the meaning of life, and sacrifice of effort and material advantages on the part of all of us. We sincerely hope that when in the near future you find yourselves facing the difficulties presented in the days of readjustment you will be able to think of your experiences in the College as having been helpful in the direction suggested. If we who profess,and indeed in some measure possess, trained minds, do not measure up to the responsibilities of the hour, what can we expect from those who have not had such advantages? Never forget that the great creative forces in the world and the Universe are the unseen ones, the intangible forces of mind and spirit. The future of the world will be determined by them. If we aspire to the best that is in us we may surprise not only our friends in what we can accomplish but most of all ourselves. Sincerely yours, H. M. TORY. COVER DESIGN We are much indebted to R. W. Walker for the art work on the cover. Mr. Walker, Instructor of Art, Ottawa Technical High School, is taking English, physics and mathe- matics at Carleton as prerequisite for his Vocational Art Specialist. 73 The artist's interpretation is as follows: In the cover design I was striving to create an effect of dignity and development. An air of expanse-freedom for growth- is contributed by the generous areas of white. The idea of development is suggested also by the involutions of the abstract or convention- alized pattern composed of curving lines, along which the eye travels without ever departing from the design, this alludes to the ever- combining process we call education. Dignity is enhanced, furthermore, by the symmetry of the design, and by the lettering, which, while it does not conform strictly to any standard style, suggests the late mediaeval period, when learning was once again coming into prominence. THANKS We wish to acknowledge a substantial con- tribution from a well-wisher who prefers to remain anonymous.