Dickinson State University - Prairie Smoke Yearbook (Dickinson, ND)

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Front Row: Mr. Grindstuen, Mr. Bugbee, Mr. Thompson, Mrs. Harding, Mr. Hatch, Miss Schnoor, Mr. Pulver, Miss Bobp, Mr. Gerlach. Center Row: Mrs. Filler, Miss Hendrickson, Mr. Hiatt, Dr. Ekeberg, Dr. Lokken, Miss Stoxen, Dr. Selke, Miss Woods, Mrs. Robinson. Back Row: Mr. Bartlett, Mr. Harding, Dr. Hiatt, Mr. Rahn, Mr. Johnson, Miss Beiler, Mr. Goehring. FACULTY Administrative duties at DSTC belong to President Charles E. Scott, who runs the college from his office in May Hall. His duties have been increased greatly since the inauguration of the V-12 program at the school. In President Scott, DSTC has found one of the more capable ex- ecutives in the state. Mr. Bugbee acts in the capa- city of registrar and is friend of all the students, who have grown to like his cheery smile and pleas- antness. Miss Klinefelter, a s the reliable sec- retary - treasurer of the college, keeps the various accounts straight. Mr. Pul- ver and Miss Woods are Deans of Men and Women, respective- ly. Mr. Pulver is also the head of the business education department, besides taking an active part in many other school activities. Miss Woods teaches the rudiments of mathematics to her students. Mr. Murphy heads the division of science and mathematics, with special teaching emphasis on chemistry. Mr. Thompson offers the calculus and navigation demanded by the Navy students. Mr. Rahn shows his versatility by teaching classes in both physics and mathematics. Mr. Goehring also doubles up, physics and biology being his pet subjects. Expertly maintaining classes in the field of music is Miss Schnoor. Besides taking charge of the orchestra, chorus, and all musical pro- grams, Miss Schnoor is also known to all the stu- dents as the possessor of a fine voice. Dr. Selke teaches geogi-aphy, geopolitics, and meteorology. The division of literature and languages is headed by Dr. Ekeberg, college adviser for The Slope Teacher, and includes Mrs. Robinson, high school adviser for The Slope Teacher; Miss Hendrickson, who also teaches public health; Miss Bobp, who instructs the embryo dramatists of the college and is the director of the long list of suc- cessful plays recently produced here; and Dr. Hiatt, who brings an unusually wide and interest- ing experience to the teaching of languages. Artist and teacher is Miss Beiler, whose paintings give color to many campus rooms. Experts in education are Mr. Johnson, Mr. Hatch, Miss Kosmoski, and Mr. Grindstuen, who also acts in the capacity of Model High principal. Dr. Lokken teaches classes in many branches of social science. Mrs. Filler teaches home economics and serves as dietitian for the cafeteria. Miss Stoxen is the DSTC librarian. Mr. Hiatt at present instructs in statistics, and in peace time is especially noted for his classes in agriculture. Industrial arts is taught by Mr. Harding, who, along with Mr. Coville until his recent death, maintained classes in engineering drawing and descriptive geometry. Mr. J. F. Bartlett is now Mr. Harding’s assistant in descriptive geometry. Physical education is ably handled by Mr. Gerlach for the men and Mrs. Harding for the women students. Mrs. Rahn has the past semester taught classes in typing, shorthand, and bookkeeping. As nurse, -Miss Rasmussen efficiently cares for the physical welfare of the civilian students.

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REVIEW OF THE TERM DSTC has changed its program to correspond with the national war effort and has on its camp- us a Navy V-12 Unit. Last July the first con- tingent of Navy V-12ers appeared at DSTC and the campus has become a Navy training center. South Hall, originally a girls’ dormitory, has been transformed into the “Ship.” Because of the shortage of civilian students and the necessity for close co-operation between the two groups, classes and all school activities have been com- bined with the Navy setup. Student government has again been installed on the campus. In order to make for co-operation and efficient management, the constitution stip- ulates that offices be divided between civilians and sailors. Serving as the school’s representa- tives on the Student Council are President, “Bam- bi” Harms; Vice President pro tern., Joe Kmiec; Commissioner of Social Affairs, Louise Zander; Commissioner of Publications, Charlotte Parker; Commissioner of Athletics, Wade Haggard; Sec- retary, Dacotah Swett. The first momentous undertaking of the Stu- dent Council was the inauguration of a Student Union room. Commonly known as the Lounge, this room, located in the Cafeteria, is equipped with davenports, easy chairs, footstools, tables, and a nickelodeon. Dramatics has played an important role in the activities on the campus. The most active group, known as the Cue Club, is responsible for all the play productions. A classic comedy pro- duction, “She Stoops to Conquer,” directed by Miss Nellie Bobp, was produced on April 13 and 14. The play was staged in pent-house style and all costumes were authentic reproductions. The cast included Arthur Christoferson, Helen Ras- mussen, Ronald Sockolov, Robert Porter, Floyd St. Clair, Esther Selke, Mary Evelyn Groger, and David Sweetman. The second play of the term is a late Broad- way production, “Junior Miss.” Those selected for the roles included Robert Smart, Dorothy Hein, Marjorie Kronsnable, Bob Harms, David Sweetman and Dacotah Swett. Gamma Xi chapter of Alpha Psi Omega, national honorary dramatic fraternity, held an initiation on May 21 at the home of Mrs. Harding. Those installed into the organization were Esther Selke, Floyd St. Clair, Martha Kudrna, Virginia King, Dacotah Swett, Arthur Christoferson, Ronald Sockolov, and Miss Helen Rassmussen. Two programs were presented by the Music Department. The first program, on April 3, pre- sented Miss Lois Laveme Schnoor, soprano, as- sisted by Charlotte Parker, pianist; Patsy Pul- ver; and the College Chorus with Virginia King as accompianist. The second attraction was a music recital on the fourth of May featuring Virginia King as pianist, soloist, and violinist. The Slope Teacher, college newspaper, is be- ing edited by the following staff: Editor-in-Chief, George Caulfield; Assistant Editor, Esther Selke; Business Manager, Norman Ambrose; Sports Editor, Wade Haggard; Feature Editor, Betty Law; Copy Editor, Tom Baker; College Adviser, Dr. Gladys Ekeberg; High School Adviser, Mrs. Nell Robinson. Various religious organizations on the camp- us have contributed their part in the school’s ac- tivities. On March 19, Newman Club, Catholic group, attended church in a body and breakfasted together afterwards. Luther League meetings and social gatherings have been held monthly. A new organization, the Religious Council, head- ed by Donald Kirkbride, has been instituted to integrate religion with campus life and to make for greater understanding between the many and varied religious sects. Aside from their regular monthly meetings and programs the Women’s League sponsored their second bam dance; said dance pi'oved to be even more successful than the first. Senior Day stands out as one of the most successful days of the term. The 250 visiting high school seniors from the Slope area were entertained with tours of the building and an all-school program consisting of talks by Presi- dent Scott and Lt. Bradley, an exhibition of the square dance and tumbling, and music by the college orchestra. The afternoon’s entertainment consisted of a Navy Revue, free movie, lunch, and a Sunlight Hop with music by the Navy Band. Beta Eta chapter of Alpha Sigma Alpha, national honorary sorority, initiated Virginia Roberts and Cherry Schafner during a formal initiation held on May 8. Officers for this year were President, Virginia King; Vice-President, Charlotte Parker; Secretary, Georgene Tillquist; Chaplain, Gayle Chappell; Registrar, Marjorie Talkington; Treasurer, Ruby Strand; and Editor, Esther Selke. The new officers for the ensuing year are President, Charlotte Parker; Vice Presi- dent, Georgene Tillquist; Secretary, Ruby Strand; Chaplain, Marjorie Talkington; Registrar, Esther Selke; Treasurer, Marjorie Kronsnable; and Edi- tor, Gayle Chappell. And so another term passes, leaving its im- print on the pages of the past, and all eyes are focused on the future.

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B. A. DEGREE GRADUATES Virginia King Ardyce Peterson Many are born to follow but few to lead. Virgin- ia’s four years here at college have shown that she is one of those few. Ar- riving at DSTC from Fryburg in the fall of 1940, Ginny began her four-year career. Her music abil- ity soon assured her of a promi- nent place in or- chestra and cho- rus ; as a member of the Ensemble she made several trips to Bis- marck to play over KFYR and other state hook-ups. During her junior year Virginia served as class president, became a charter member of FTA, an even more active member of Sorority, starred in the college production “Arsenic and Old Lace,” and continued her work in music. As a senior Ginny served as vice-president of the class, president of Beta Eta, was initiated into Alpha Psi Omega, became the first student to receive the FTA Certificate of Merit, played the part of Mother Bear in “The Three Bears,” and last but not least she appeared in a recital which clearly showed her versatility in music. She was also a star of the production “Junior Miss.” With a major in music and minors in art, English, and social science, Virginia was graduat- ed with special honors. It is noteworthy that she is the first student to graduate with a major in music. Actions speak louder than words. This is the policy Ardyce has followed since her arrival on the campus in the fall of 1940. Throughout her college career she has gone about her work quietly and sys- tematically. Aside from her academic work Ardyce was a member of Inter- national R e 1 a- tions Club, at one time vice-president; presi- dent of Luther League; librarian of the Regional Luther Student Association; charter member secretary-treasurer of the FTA; an active member of Women’s League, serving on various committees; member of the Dorm Council at Stickney. A familiar figure in the library, Ardyce has worked there for two years, showing an aptitude and ability for find- ing all sorts of books, magazines, and pamphlets required by the student body. Perhaps this skill is due to the fact that she is an ardent reader. She is also a member of the College Chorus and has appeared in many of its programs. Ardyce has two majors, one in social science and the other in education, along with a minor in mathematics. With four years of college be- hind her, she will go out and impart her know- ledge by teaching. The student body sends its best of wishes and hopes of success to Ardyce as she finally leaves forever as a student the portals of DSTC. Thomas Mineah Thomas D. Mineah is a native of the Slope. Born in 1908, September 4 to be exact, Tom at- tended Killdeer high school and later transferred to Dickinson high school where he completed his college preparatory work. Tom entered DSTC in the fall term of 1928, but because of poor health was forced to remain away from his studies for a long period of time. Mr. Mineah returned to college only recently and was rewarded for his preserverance when his college work came to an end in March of this year. Tom majored in English and social science. While attending DSTC he took an active part in school affairs. At one time in his college career, he was a member of The Slope Teacher staff. Other interests were art and church or- ganizations. He was a great aid to practice teachers by driving them in the school car to and from their rural positions.