Georgian Court University - Courtier Yearbook (Lakewood, NJ)

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THE JllYllll llllilllllli UCIETY THE Joyce Kilmer Society has as its purpose the inculcation of love and appreciation for Catholic poetry throughout the college. As an affiliated chapter of the Catholic Poetry Society of America, this organization keeps a flame of culture burning within the great torch of modern life. Joyce Kilmer draws its membership not solely from the ranks of prospective poets, but from all those girls who understand the value of its mission. The monthly meetings of the Society are informal gatherings, in which literary topics are discussed in round-table fashion, pertinent books are reviewed, and- original verses are sometimes read by the members. Among the memorable occasions of this year's schedule of activities the Christmas tea ranks high. Memories of distinguished guests, gay laughter, a program of Christmas tales and poems, and delightful refreshments, gladdened the hearts of the twenty-five members. During the Catholic Press Week, Joyce Kilmer sponsored an exhibit of periodicals, a panel discussion, and a literary tea, which combined to bring truly valuable reading material to the attention of the college students. Sister Mary Consolata is the moderator of this organization. The officers are: Beverley Richey, president, Becky Roelkey, vice presi- dentgu Clare Costello, secretary, and Joan Farley, treasurer. Those who love poetry enjoy listening to Beverley Richey as she reads selections from a Catholic periodical. ..,,,i i ii i .... t, if .-.N A sw ,4' .ies nf X -, i W 7. 5.1 pf' ilfs ii will if

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THE ULASSICAL CLUB EVER striving to carry out its two-fold aim to develop a greater understanding of the Latin language and to increase interest in all phases of Latin and Greek culture, the Classical Club experienced a most successful year. Under the leadership of competent officers, plans were formulated and executed which made this one of the most talked-of clubs on campus. The primary step was the selection of offi- cers which brought about these results: Joan Weinacht, president, Rosemary Dunn, vice president, Ann Marie O'Neil, secretary, Clare Costello, treasurer. The first notable event was the Christmas Party at the regular December meeting. The festivities included a description of the tradi- tional Roman Saturnalia, a Latin reading of St. Luke's story of the Birth of Christ, and caroling in Latin. Next on the agenda was a bridge party held on February l for the benefit of N. F. C. C. S. Joan Weinacht was general chairman assisted by Elmeda Capoferri, Beverley Richey, Esther Bonorden, Ann Marie O'Neil, Rosemary Dunn, Gloria Nogrady, Pat Carroll, Betty Ann Walsh, Clare Costello. Of interest also to Classical Club followers was the meeting at which three students gave interesting accounts of their national customs and thereby appropriately carried out the sec- ond aim ofthe club. The speakers were Carmen Pillai, Dorothy Leong, and Vicky Pappaylion who told about both ancient and modern cus- toms in the lands of their ancestors: India, China and Greece respectively. Other meetings centered about discussions on Roman and Greek life. ln April the mem- bers visited the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York where they were especially in- terested in the Classical Exhibits. Those particularly interested in the classics assemble around Joan Weinacht president of the club as she reads Greek mythology. I 1 m. . if. , M. i i .. . ,.,. A , , Q , ,

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'r 'i ' as, As Elizabeth Byrne demonstrates how she will act when she is Elizabeth Barrett Browning in the performance of The Barretts of Wimpole Street, the other thespians 'take heed. ll0llltT PLAYER THE Court Players is an organization made up of students interested in dramatic art. The officers are: Elizabeth Byrne, president, Marie Schubert, vice president, Patricia Hamilton, secretary, Bernadine Dorman, treasurer. This year competitive plays were resumed after an interim of several years. The Senior Class was in competition with the Junior Class, the Freshman Class with the Sophomore Class. This stimulated enthusiasm among the classes and at the same time developed talent in the dramatic field. The Court Players sponsored this activity of inter-class plays. An admit- tance fee was charged and the proceeds given to the N. F. C. C. S. student relief fund. The production worthy of the greatest praise and recognition was The Barretts of Wimpole Street by Rudolph Besir. This interpretation of Elizabeth Barrett Browning's life was per- formed under the foot lights on December l2, and Elizabeth Byrne headed the all-star cast in the title role. Doris Simcoe played the part of her lover, Robert Browing, and Maureen Muth was the tyrannical father of the Barretts. Costumes were an essential part of this produc- tion and helped to create the atmosphere of the time. The thespians are coached by Miss Margaret McNamara, the speech and drama instructor. Under her direction the art of acting becomes a thrill as well as a technique.