Loyola College - Review Yearbook (Montreal, Quebec Canada)

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CT he Council of Students Representatives, ever since the early days of its conception in 1943 when it lacked the proper organization and control, has always endeavoured to establish itself as a well-functioning student-government body on the campus. It wasn’t until 1948 however, when Gilbert Haldane became President, that the organization began to crystallize into its present form. Under his mature leadership and the spirited co-operation of the other society representatives, Loyola’s Student Council began to receive the admiration of both students and faculty alike. The year '49-'50 was another memorable one for the C.S.R. John Gutelius who was forced, through injury, to discontinue his athletic activities, devoted all his energy and initiative to the Presidency of the Council. Through his efforts the Arts society was initiated and Freshman Week was another great success. Following the proverbial axiom that a rolling stone gathers no moss, this year's executive has worked steadily towards consolidation within its own ranks and towards achieving external recogni- tion of the C.S.R., to keep pace with the rapid expansion of Loyola College in the field of education and collegiate athletics. As to the first objective, the most significant accomplishment was the establishment of the C.S.R. on a firm financial basis. With the very generous co-operation of Father Rector, a substantial amount of money was obtained from the student fees in order that the Council could be operated in a business-like manner. Membership fees and conference expenses for the two University federations to which Loyola belongs take a large part of the money and the balance is used in various forms of administration. The C.S.R. can also act as a buffer in the event that a recognized campus organization should suffer any monetary loss. With the coming of Autumn in 1950, Loyola ventured into competition in American football. To keep pace with this historic step in athletics, Loyola’s external relations were broadened at the same time by sending the first official delegation to the Annual Conference of the National Federation of Canadian University Students at Laval University in Quebec City. In the circle of the student leaders from every large University in Canada, Loyola’s representatives had the opportunity to ex- change views and opinions on the problems which concern university students today. By active participation in this Federation, Loyola benefits from the information and scholarships which are available to member colleges and universities. Following the chronological order of events during the course of the year, the C.S.R. was respon- sible for a successful Freshman Week. At a Smoker on Friday evening which saw a very good per- centage of the Freshmen in attendance, the highlights of the college activities were explained to the Freshmen. The annual L.C.A.A. ‘Pow-Wow’ was held as usual on the following Friday and the week's activities came to a pleasant end by a well-attended social in the Gymnasium. Frank Rams- perger acted as the Chairman of the week’s activities, and with the help of many other undergraduates all the events left little to be desired. Before the end of Freshman Week, the C.S.R. was confronted with the problem of preparing for the Annual Conference of the Canadian Federation of Catholic College Students which was to be held

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ag at Loyola in mid-November. With the energetic efforts of James McKeage and his hard working com- mittee, Loyola was prepared to receive the fifty students who were coming from as far West as Windsor and as far East as New Brunswick to represent 15 Catholic Colleges. After three days of debates and dis- cussions in the College library, the delegates returned to their colleges with a tired but happy feeling that they had been well received at Loyola. The philosophers’ banquet, organized by seniors Dave Bellamy and Bill Barry, was once again a success. Held at the Berkeley Hotel, it was highlighted by the important messages given by the Philosophy professors and the delectable meal which was served to those in attendance. As the Feast of Christmas drew near and everyone was looking forward to the advent of the New Year, the Students’ Council exchanged greetings with a large number of colleges and universities across Canada. 9 The beginning of the New Year saw the holding of the annual C.S.R. Carnival. With the co- operation of the Arts Society, who looked after the social end of the evening, another successful Carnival was recorded for 1951. The eve of Shrove Tuesday was again the occasion of the annual Sophomore get-together at the Park Toboggan Club. Well attended by representatives from Freshman to Senior, this event was the last social function till the end of Lent. On February 18th, the Students’ Council was host to thirty Laval Students who were visiting Montreal for the McGill Carnival week-end. After being welcomed by Father Rector and C.S.R. President Gerald McGee they were conducted on a tour of the buildings by several members of the . Sane As February crept on into March the bright sun and the melting snow were accompanied by a flood of election posters and campaign promises, for March 13th and 14th were the dates set for the College elections. The three candidates running for the highest office of President of the Students’ Council and the two others seeking the Presidency of the L.C.A.A. created a flurry of activity around the college corridors. With the opening of the polls on the Tuesday morning the campaigning took the form of candidates checking student lists and assuring themselves that all their supporters had cast their ballot Family Night, considered to have been the best since its inaugural, featured the results of the college elections. Along with the presentation of awards and various forms of theatrical talent which were presented, the newly-elected presidents of the various societies on the campus were introduced to the large audience of parents and friends and students. This was the last big event of the year for the C.S.R., except the task of ushering at “Command Decision” in April. In concluding, thanks are due to the many members of the Council who regularly attended the monthly meetings, and we owe a special tribute to Emmett Martin, the Vice-President, who ably handled the business of N.F.C.U.S. at Loyola, to William Haberl, who used his knowledge of account- ing procedures to a great advantage for the C.S.R. in his capacity as Treasurer, to the Publicity Com- mittee and to an energetic Secretary, Frank Ramsperger, who seems to typify the exuberant spirit of the Sophomore class. Many things have been achieved this year by the Students’ Council, but in reviewing our accom- plishments we recognize also the need of many more innovations yet to come. To the new President, William Forbes, and to the members of his council we wish every possible success, and we also express the hope that 1951-52 will be the occasion of a memorable year in the history of the C.S.R. at Loyola. J f