Central Washington University - Hyakem / Kooltuo Yearbook (Ellensburg, WA)

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INTERCOLLEGIATE KNIGHTS F r t Rpw: HuIm. Trt l. Pmixmr. W«il . Eaton. Gonzales. Frick, A. S mth. Second Row: Stewart. Foster, Sheppard. EIM». Stabnor, Hopkma. Andrew . Third Row; Comstock. Hasan, Garrison. Threat. 7( ct6 So b ontone 7 (UHett The national order of the Intor-Collcgiatc Knights was founded at the University of Washington in 1922. The Claw Chapter of the I.K. ' s was organized in 1924 and was then known as the Knights of the Claw , It is now the oldest honorary service organization on Central ' s campus. The activities of the chapter include patrolling football, basketball, and baseball games; patrolling the parking lot; ushering at plays; aiding during registration; operating the used book exchange; selling Frosh beanies; taking charge during Homecoming of all activities con¬ cerning the Queen and her court; building the Queen ' s float; and sponsoring a Homecoming breakfast. The chapter was also in charge of feeding Tuffy . This year the chapter donated a bulletin board to the CUB. Although it is a service fraternity the chapter sponsors social activities. The I. K. ' s sponsored the first formal of the year and served as hosts to the Regional Convention of the I.K. ' s on the weekend of Jan. 30-31. Officers for this year were Neil Smith, Duke; Richard Frick. Recording Scribe; Ron Hop¬ kins, Expansion Officer; Arlie Eaton, Chancellor; Al Gonzales, Corresponding Scribe; Gene Wells, Jester; Elroy Hulse, Historian; and Bob Patzer, Guard. Mr. Sogge and Mr. Johnson were advisor s and also acted as patrons at our social functions. 32

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A R O rir«t Haw: A. Carnot, Londan. Schnndl. Davit. 6«00nd Row: Manlay, Sr k«on. Lytton. Orr, J. C«anat, Notman. Fwrlef. THch ' a Seiutcc fPO and Eta Xi. CWCE chapter of Alpha Phi Omega, national service fraternity, was organized in December, 1949. Its purpose was to develop leadership, friendship, and service, and since its beginning, members have pledged and worked to be of benefit to Central Washington College. Projects during the past year fulfilled the purpose of APO, as they were all dedicated to the betterment of the college. Some of the projects were the establishment of the CWC sign near the Science building, the selling of “Who’s Who directories, the filling of the wood box for the CUB fireplace, and the grass-saving project in the spring. Activities of the year were highlighted by the Northwest Sectional convention, hosted by the Eta Xi chapter. Present were the national president and vice-president. Schools from five states in the Pacific Northwest were represented. Two members of the local chapter were sent to Spokane for an interview with Harold F. Pote, National Personnel director of the Boy Scouts of America. The annual Handsome Harry dance was very successful. Reigning supreme as king a fter close voting and keen competition was Jack Haaland. Eta Xi finished the year with a social meeting at the Swauk lodge. Officers during the year were Merle Loudon, president; Dave Johnson, vice-president; Herb Schmidt, treasurer; Gary Orr, corresponding secretary; and Keith Davis, recording sec¬ retary. Chairman of the advisory committee was Dr. E. E. Samuelson.

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SPURS First Row: Layton. Borfl. L r en. Ponerio, Thomson, L.paky, Lowe Advisor. Socond Row: PuQh, Lsrimoie. Roberts. MooUnd, Onwan. Smith. Widneas. Ku ' lman. Mawver, Third Row Smith, Dsmeron, Nelson, Hatcher, Ryan, Johnson. tided etc OxiettfaiioH Spurs, a national honorary for sophomore women, was organized on Central ' s campus in 1949. Sine this date the members of Spurs have been chosen from girls of the fresh- man class for their scholarship, patriotism, understanding, responsibility, and service to the school. The time of the organization if spent promoting many activities and helping with the work of the Associated Women Students and their projects. Among the activities of this year ' s Spur chapter was the help they gave during freshman orientation week, including the giving of tests, directions, and a tea for new students. Spurs ushered at college functions, sponsored dances, participated in a Homecoming skit, served as hostesses for the Homecoming banquet and registered alumni. Winter quarter the girls sold sandwiches In the women ' s dorms. A party was also given, honoring all active and inactive Spurs at Central. Activities during spring quarter included the tapping and initiation of new Spurs, as well as helping with Mother’s Day weekend events. The year was brought to a close with the Spurs helping with commencement. The Spurs were led by Pat Thomson, president; Marion Lipsky, vice-president; Carolyn Larson, secretary; and Leona Panerio. treasurer. Miss Janet Lowe was faculty advisor. 33