Lasell College - Lamp Yearbook (Newton, MA)

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15-minute intermisfion .,.. Tonightlv the night Snow Ball Gap and Gown With the excitement ol' Christmas vaca- tion just ahead, the annual Snow Ball was held in VVinslow Hall December sixth, and was attended by couples who were already in the holiday spirit. lNhite hells, blue cellophane bows and packages all ready for Christmas, coupled with dresses of every deep and pastel shade formed the complete decorations ol' the dance. There three hundred couples danced to the syncopating music of Don Gahan's orchestra, and tried out the latest dance steps. The grand march, which was held at the height of the evening, was led by Dr. and Klrs. VVinslow, and ended with the singing of the Alma Mater. The or- chestra presented a number of novelty pieces, which everyone enjoyed. Q8 At eleven-thirty on the night ol' No- vember twelfth, Lasellis seniors, wearing their caps and gowns for the first time, marched softly away from Gardner Hall, where they had gathered, toward Dr. VVinslow's home, where, also lor the first time, they sang their Gap and Gown song. From there, carrying the traditional white lighted candles they proceeded to each of the houses on campus, serenading the juniors, who leaned out ol' their win- dows to catch a better view oi' the impres- sive group. Although the listeners were perhaps inspired, it was the seniors who felt the greatest thrill. On the following day each senior re- ceived a beautilul corsage ol, gardenias from the junior class, a true climax to the taking Gap and Gown.

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Proni At eight o'cl0ck on the eve- ning ol' February fourteenth, the campus was filled with gaiety and excitement, for the Lasell seniors and their escorts were heading toward Wlinslow Hall and their Senior Prom. There they danced to the music of Gene Dennis' orchestra. The hall was decorated with the red and white designs of St. Valentincfs Day, so con- ducive to romance. No deco- rations could have been more appropriate. Along the sides ofthe dance Hoor were grouped tables and chairs, where couples could pause and refresh them- selves with punch and cookies. Twelve o,clock came all too quickly, and everyone was sorry to have it over. Finally the dancers drilled homeward, with happy memories of a delightliil evening. Pageant On December ninth the Modern Dance group, assisted by the Orphean Club, pre- sented thc story ol' the nativity. The opening scene showed the annunciation to Mary by the angels. In the second scene shep- herds expressed their adoration with uplifted hands. Mary, in the manger, sat silently beside the babe. a soft radiance shin- ing about her head. The three kings and groups of peasants worshipped belorc her. In the final scene Mary, in white, holding a single rose, stood on a Gothic pedestal. Maidens in white danced the Ave Maria belore her. The story was so vividly por- trayed that the memory ol' it will long be cherished. 4' Tickeix, l7lI'll.X't',, Hob' Niglzt

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River Day une Fete Spring at Lasell. . .it's wonderiul! Why? Crew, ofcourse! 4'Stroke . . . back . . . stroke . . . back . . . pull together .... pull! When River Day finally comes the excitement is at its height. The spectators have their favorites, and each crew is out to do its best. When the race is about to start, each crewman grasps her paddle and prays that she will have the strength to help paddle her crew to victory. The coxswain looks up the river at the flag markers, and wonders if she will be able to keep on the course. Mr. Ordway, our coach, is in his motor boat ready to start the race. HGOV, Each boat starts out with amaz- ing speed. Some will win, some will lose. . . yet the spirit is there in either case. Each year we excitedly anticipate the choosing of the June Queen. After a stu- dent election, the names are withheld until the moment when the queen and her court appear at the head of the student procession, before the assembled crowd of students, faculty members, and guests at the Crow's Nest. After the crowning, which ollicially opens the June Fete, the students and court proceed to Winslow Hall, where the Home Economics department presents its style show. Then, on the athletic field, the Modern Dance group presents a pageant, which is noted for its lovely costuming, and the grace of its performers. I think ifs tipping. . . Lovely to look at. . . 29