Evangel University - Lancer Yearbook (Springfield, MO)

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HIGHLIGHTS Suspense mounts as the Crusaders go into the last few minutes of their homecoming February lOth and llth, alumni reminisced of past experiences as they renewed old acquaintances at Evangel's second annual home- --i game against John Brown University. coming. The keynote address, given by President Ashcroft Friday morning, was the official opening of the celebration, followed by an alumni luncheon, the film presentation, Seconds for Survival, and Campus Classics. Saturday consisted of E.C.'s first homecoming parade with floats, royalty, the band, and other representatives of the school. Floats were primarily dorm sponsored and a judiciary board judged the best floats to whom the prizes were awarded. The Crusaders were defeated by a narrow margin in their contest with John Brown University. Special guest for the two-day event was Rev. Richard Du Bois, former Mr. America and Mr. Universe. He was featured as the alumni banquet speaker. Dale Conway, banquet M.C, Banquet speaker, Richard Du Bois, and President Ashcroft talk together at the banquet.

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' . I CAMPUS egg: - S it-f wlg. ' il lt all ii What didio say, Po? Highlight of all events at Evangel College is Campus Classics. This year's Classics, held in Hillcrest auditorium, featured various songs and customs ot different countries following the theme, Around the World in 80 Minutes. By means ot a magic carpet, the audience was transported from a Persian market to the West Indies with stop- overs at Rome, Paris, Vienna, and other places of interest. London was the setting for the crowning of the l96l homecoming royalty. Last year's king and queen placed the crowns upon the new reigning monarchies, Queen Marlene Hayter and King Merlin Mitchell. Barb Cartwright, Tim Berquist, Jewel Waite, and Chuck Spong were members of the court. Attendants to the queen each presented 'her with a rose to make up the traditional bouquet of roses. One of the main attractions this year was the 33-piece orchestra under the direction of Mr. Jesse Peterson. Climaxing the program was the finale by the entire cast backed by the orchestra. Judy Homer and Glen Ellis, co-chairmen, and Mr. Jesse Peterson, sponsor, were presented with gifts of appreciation at intermission. Tor-re-a-dora . Anywhere l wander, Anywhere l roam . .