Elmhurst College - Elms Yearbook (Elmhurst, IL)

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1%9 LOOKING BACK This year ' s graduating class has a very inte- resting and proud history. Strangely enough, they were a week late in starting their freshman vear because of the renovation of South Hall as a residence for women. However, during that first year they easily made the transition from green frosh to a well organized group of men and women. They were the first of the big classes at Elmhurst, numbering about 150. As they progressed into their sophomore year, they staged one of the finest semi-formals ever presented at Elmhurst. The Student-Faculty show, a first with this class, was one of the outstanding contributions to the social life of the college; another first with the forty-niners was the Elmhurst College Directory, which has become an annual publication. Continuing into their junior year, the ever- increasing enrollment spurred the class on to even greater achievements. The Directory, the Student-Faculty show, and the Prom were their major projects that year. All three were better than ever before. The S-F show was greatly en- hanced by the addition of the Lamplighters; the Prom, held at the Medinah Country Club, represented a great deal of well organized work and planning and provided a wonderful evening for all who attended. The senior year was one of even greater con- tributions to Elmhurst. A fine Student-Faculty show was presented in March as a contribution to the dormitory fund. The Directory was pre- sented to the sophs as their project. Graduation requirements, practice teaching, applications to graduate schools, and applications for positions in the business world filled the hours of the seniors. Senior week and commencement were planned with great care. The Class of 1949 has a record of which they can be justly proud; as a class they were tops. They have spanned the gap from the time when Elmhurst was a school of 250 students to the present time when it has an enrollment of 760 students. 29

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SENIOR OFFICERS: Seated: George Langeler, pres- ident. Standing: Edith Mae George, secretary; Marvin Engelsdorfer, treasurer; James Schneider, vice-president. WHO ' S WHO Each year, the authors of Who ' s Who among College Students in American Universities and Colleges compile a list of the outstanding senior students of that year, basing their choice upon such things as high scholastic achievements, leadership, ability, character, and willingness to cooperate as indicated in extra-curricular ac- tivities. Elmhurst College students have been included in this book since 1941. It is a widely known fact that this volume provides a source book for industries and businesses and makes possible a wide variety of benefits for prospective employers as well as for the graduating students who are listed in the publication. This year nine Elmhurst College seniors have been honored by inclusion in the 1949 edition of Who ' s Who. They are Lois Sonneborn, Mary- Louise Olsson, Ruth Stoerker, Daniel Lehmann, August Molnar, James Schneider, George Langeler, Paul Achtemeier, and Warren Mc- Govney. This past year showed the biggest senior class in Elmhurst ' s history enjoying its final year at the college. Many hours were spent worrying about such things as a shortage of senior college hours and grade points. Catching up on activi- ties for which they never could find time also gave them a more than crowded schedule — but they enjoyed it immensely. The senior informal and the Student-Faculty Show were their projects for the year. The show again came through with the same high reputa- tion that it has always had. A Senior Week program planned as a final celebration for the class was very well organized so that everyone was assured of an enjoyable time. The contribution of the combined treasury and proceeds of the Student-Faculty Show to the New Dormitory Fund constituted the senior class gift. It is hoped that the senior interest in this project will light the way for those who follow. WHO ' S WHO MEMBERS: Sealed: Lois Sonneborn Mary Louise Olsson, Ruth Stoerker. Standing: Dan Lehmann, Gus Molnar, James Schneider, George Langeler, Paul Achtemeier, Warren McGovney. 2S

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SENIORS p -j Paul J. Achtemeier » J Monticello, Wisconsin A member of the Theater, Philosophy Club, and German Club, Bud ' s ruture leans toward theology; he wants someday to teach it. Well re- membered in the Lamplighters , he was active in the S.U. cabinet and radio. Bud was chosen for Who ' s Who Sociology Wynnell Adams Elmhurst, Illinois .W nell transferred fr ° m Iowa State Colle ?e in her Sophomore year. While at Elmhurst she was a member of both the Sociology Club and Spanish Club. In the future Wynn plans to become an airline hostess. Margaret Akai E % 1 Chicago, Illinois President of the Women ' s Union during her Senior year, Marge has worked with both the Elms and the Elm Leaves. She was a member of the Hungarian Club and F.T.A. In the future Marge plans to enter the teaching profession. Mary Lou Baas En g lish r Louisville, Kentucky Possessor of an Elm Bark pin, Mary Lou also served on the Elms and Elm Leaves staffs. She was a member of the Philosophy Club, French Club, Chapel Choir, and Mixed Chorus. She plans to work as a book reviewer for a newspaper or publishing house. David E. Baird Chemistry River Grove minois Dave came to Elmhurst to work for his bachelor ' s degree after having spent many long months in the Navy. As yet he has made no definite plans as to what he will do in future months. Ellen Bassler English Waterloo, Illinois Ellen transferred from Blackburn College after her Sophomore year. While at Elmhurst she was a member of the F.T.A. and the South Hall House Council. In the future, Ellen plans to go into the teaching pro- fession. Inez Bassler Christian Education Waterloo, Illinois Work in the field of Christian education lies in the future for Inez. Like her sister, she also transferred from Blackburn College at the end of her Sophomore year. A member of the Women ' s Union, Inez also served on many committees while at Elmhurst. William J. Bauer History Elmhurst, Illinois An active member of the Theater, Bill also won a letter in football. A member of the Elms, Elm Bark, and Elm Leaves staffs, his other interests were the E Club, Spanish Club, and Anchor and Eagle. Bill plans to enter law school after graduation. John Benzin Liberal Arts Elmhurst, Illinois A veteran and member of the Anchor and Eagle Club, John served on various committees while at Elmhurst. He has not announced his future plans. Arnold A. Bizer Sociology Frankfort, Illinois Arnie played baseball and basketball, serving as captain of the basket- ball team during his senior year. The Philosophy Club, Sociology Club, Pre-the Society, and E Club were also among his interests.He will enter a seminary in the fall. 30