Lakehead University - Yearbook (Thunder Bay, Ontario Canada)

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Mr. Gnarowski Staff Advisor

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' 63 NOR ' WESTER STAFF Carole Andruski Editor One of the most important phenomena facing humanity today is the atom. On the one hand it threatens us with annihilation; on the other it holds out the promise of a life of plenty. In 1941, an all-out program of to harness nuclear energy for wartime use was begun. By 1945, the first successful test of an atomic bomb in the United States was made. A short time later, two of these bombs were dropped in Japan- -one at Hiroshima and the other at Nagasaki. Within seconds after these bombs were dropped, both cities were in ruins. The destructiveness of the atomic bomb was infinite. At present, there are enough nuclear weapons to annihilate everything in the world, -- animals, vegetables and minerals, -- many times over. However, there is a brighter side to the picture, in that nuclear power can be used for better peacetime living. Atomic energy can be harnessed to heat and light our homes and industrial plants. Some day the sea will be mined by atomic power and airplanes will be propelled by it. Atomic energy will free city streets and airfields of snow and fog, and weather itself will be guaranteed long in advance. Already, we are benefiting from radioisotopes, useful in the study and treatment of certain diseases. Rays from irradiated cobalt, cesium or gold can attack cancerous tissue. Now that we have firmly and inescapably embarked on the atomic age, we must decide whether it will be an age of unlimited destruction or well-being. If it is the positive future that we want, then we must leam to work together with all peoples, regardless of race, creed or color. In order to have free- dom and dignity for all, a co-operative world venture is our best hope.

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STUDENTS ' small ones. Our College is approaching just such a period of rapid change. New buildings, new professors, and Life and growth have many aspects, but perhaps the most essential is change. The changes involved may be gradual, and over the short term, almost imperceptible, or they may be so rapid and extensive as to seem almost revolutionary. Yet, we must remember that these great changes result from the accumulated pressures of the Dorothy Maki President rapidly-expanding recognition await it. But 1 am sure I represent all of you when I view these changes with rather ambivalent sentiments; for, while these changes cannot take place too soon - and unfortunately have not for some of us - it is sad that we cannot observe and share those following at first hand. As its emissaries, how- ever, in all segments of society, we will have ever -increasing cause for pride in our Alma Mater. Certainly the magnificence of the future you are entering is breathtaking. So, let its challenge be a beacon to your career, lighting the routine of everyday tasks with the dignity of dedicated belief in your profession. Enjoy the benefits of working hard; cultivate the an of always learning. For we must not let the changes which are coming obscure the recognition of the continuity of growth, both our own and that of Lakehead College. These changes insure progress; without change and progress, life loses much of its meaning. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the members of my council and to all of you - far too numerous to name - who strove to give meaning to our presence at Lakehead College. For this 1 am proud to have been able to represent you. I hope that you will pause occasionally to reflect on the past, on your fellow students, your instructors and your associations here. Perhaps as you do, you will re- capture something of the warmth of the relationships which help to make Lakehead College the unique institution that it is, and which provide pleasant memories for students and staff alike.