Luther College - Pioneer Yearbook (Decorah, IA)

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which makes it possible for programs to be re- corded in the KWLC studios for later use on the air. In addition to the experience offered by the college radio station, students also may have an opportunity for commercial radio experi- ence. During the past year Kenneth Bjerke, Roland Dain, Danny Olson and Jerry Rosholt have worked part-time on the KDEC staff. And now Station KDEC leaves the air to return again at I 230 this afternoon. We in- vite you to stay tuned for Station KWLC, which follows immediately. Campus blue-blood: . . . Realizing that the environment of learning is larger than the classroom, Luther has always stressed its social life. Beginning with the es- tablishment of the Irving Literary Society in 1884, SOCIETIES have been formed to meet the requirements of the students as the need arose. This year saw the birth of two new organizations, Sigma Alpha Phi and Third- Finger-Left-Hand. 4 The work of all these societies is evident in the early fall with rushing teas, parties and homecoming breakfasts paving the way. New- comers are amazed to see Delt pledges-fishing in front of Larsen Hall and then take off in a war dance-around the campus. The priestly garb of the Delphian initiates-featuring the button down the back shirt-causes no less comment, and their post-chapel orations in both English and Norse are considered the educa- tional highlight of the year. Most freshmen would gladly exchange their green caps for the blue and white Delt pledge ribbon or for the black and gold badge of the Pi Kaps. Many of the societies hold banquets to formally accept the new members. Spring banquets are also held by the indi- vidual organizations at which officers for the coming year are announced. Irving ,Literary Society has evolved from being a purely literary group to one which in- cludes social activities. With the advent of the fairer sex on the campus, the organization ex- panded to include them and remains the only social society comprised of both men and wo- men. With Nancy Ney as president, the meet- ings have been planned to include faculty speak- ers on literary subjects. justin Flak served as vice president 5 Nordis Wanberg, secretary g and Evelyn Bidne, treasurer. Miss Laura Simon- son and Mr. George Knudson were the advisors. Delphians, which is now the only social organization for men, was founded in 1922 as a literary society. Its earlier prosaic literary discussions have given way to spirited bull-ses- sions. The thirty members were headed by Kenneth Bjerke, Morris Jensen and Harris H jermstad as president, vice president and sec- retary-treasurer, respectively. Mr. Paul Borge was their advisor. Delta Alpha Delta was organized in 1934 as a sister society to the Delphians. Most of its social meetings have been centered about eti- quette, which was their theme for the year. Officers were Evelyn Fruechte, presidentg Ileen Gaarder, vice president, Maretta Vangsness, secretaryg and Alice Ranum, treasurer. Advi- sors were Mrs. Rolf Haatvedt and Miss Clara Paulson. Pi Kappa Tau, a social organization of thirty-five women, was founded in 1938. This year Florence Olson, Betty Coxson, Mary Louise Hanson and Ruth Mikelson served as officers. Acting as advisors were Miss Myrtle Stokke and Mrs. Vera Thompson. A new society, Sigma Alpha Phi, was launched this year because it was considered necessary to increase social opportunities along with the increase in school enrollment. This in- fant organization formulated plans in congru- ence with those of its sister societies under the guidance of the president, Elaine Sardesong vice president, Marilyn Knudsong secretary, Geraldine Solomonsong and treasurer, Dorothy Thompson. Mrs. Hamlet Peterson and Mrs. Orville Running were the advisors. Another year in campus activities has drawn to a close with picnics, hikes and graduation breakfasts and teas. The fun and fellowship enjoyed throughout the year will become mere memories but happy ones!

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duced before the Luther footlights. This time it turned out to be a drama by Eugene O'Neill entitled Craig's Wife. Barbara Morse Moe as Mrs. Craig aptly portrayed the warped character to whom a house meant more than love. Harriet Craig considered her husband, Walter fBill Larsonj, a mere means to an end-that of owning her own house, which was spotlessly neat and sym- bolized perfectly her own empty selfishness. She dominated her devoted husband com- pletely and to the extent that he stood by watch- ing her drive the servants and even his own aunt, Miss Austin fElizabeth Lienj, from the house. Walter finally realized the viciousness of his wife's narrow reasoning and revolted, leaving her alone at the climax, deserted by everyone. Others in the cast were jane Parrish, Marie Winnaberg, Marilyn Trytten, Sylvia Sonder- land, Karsten Aarhus, Paul Hanson, Jack Ro- chow and David Orwoll. The play was pre- sented December 4 and 5. A first nighter writ- ing in CHIPS stated: After the first five min- utes, interest never waned. Campus Players completed its play agenda this year with the presentation of a mystery drama, Suspect, by Edward Percy and Regin- ald Denham, presented on April 2I and 22. Cveorgianne johnson as Mrs. Smith was a very eccentric character who was opposed to the marriage of her son Robert, Blaine Harstad, to Janet Rendle, Elizabeth Lien. Janet and her father, Dr. Rendle, played by Roger Amundsori, were summer visitors at the Smith lodge. The appearance of friends of the Rendles brought out a very sinister murder in the past of Mrs. Smith. Traps were laid, Mrs. Smith tainted, confessed her implication in the crime and convinced everyone of her in- nocence, but the 'climax of the play left no doubt in anyone's mind as to the guilty per- son. The supporting cast included Bill Thore- sen, Ruth Wold, Marilyn Evanson and David Orwoll. President of Campus Players for 1947-48 was Curtis Eittreim, who had on his executive staff Marilyn Evanson, vice-president, Ronald Baer, treasurer,.Betty Coxson, secretary, and David Orwoll, member at large. Paul Borge was faculty adviser and director. - Another function of the organzation is the annual' spring banquet. ' Places . . . houselights . . . curtain . . . The magic of these hushed words has echoed and re-echoed backstage in the C. K. Preus auditorium and will continue to echo in the hearts of Campus Players. Stay tuned for . . . Station K WLC now leaves the air to re- turn again at 9:30 tomorrow morning. We invite you to stay tuned for Station KDEC, which follows immediately. In these few words is summed up the major change in the field of RADIO at Luther Col- lege. KWLC broadcasts daily from 9130 a. m. to I :3o p. m. on a power of 250 watts and a frequency of 1240 kilocycles. The remainder of the broadcasting day on this frequency is used by Station KDEC, Decorah, which uses the KWLC transmitter. Comparatively few people ever climb the endless steps to the fascinating radio world of the KWLC studios, located in the tower of the C. K. Preus gymnasium. Yet the station is a valuable supplement to the educational program of Luther College through its broadcasts and through the vocational training and experience it offers radio-minded students. Students create and produce most of the programs and also assist in the technical de- partments of radio work. Mr. Paul Borge, affectionately called the Whip by KWLC personnel, is program director. Working with him are Jerry Rosholt, news announcer, Ro- land Dain and Kenneth Bjerke, co-sports an- nouncers in charge of all game broadcasts, Blaine Harstad and David Orwoll,, regular an- nouncers, and Danny Olson, also a regular an- nouncer and assistant sports announcer. Special student programs include Chapter A Day with Georgianne Johnson, The Music Shop, Danny Olson, Parents' Forum, Mari- lyn Trytten , 'Hymns We Love, justin Flak, and Bible Stories for Children, Carol Eit- treim. ' Apprentice announcers are Lyle Tenold, Robert Mikkalson, Jack Rochow and Lee Ver- west. Tutored by the more experienced men on the staff, they practice basic announcing procedure and newscasting. Continuity writers are Elizabeth .Lien and Barbara Moe, the latter also serving as music librarian. Ruth Mikelson holds the position of secretary to the program director. On the technical staff are Mr. Oliver ,Eittreim, station engineer since its origin, Curtis Eittreim, elec- trician, JimiBlumer and Maurice Mehltretter, student apprentices. I I 4 Through the courtesy of KDEC, station KWLC is afforded Associated Press news re- ports and other programs of the Mutual Broad- casting System. Another recent innovation at KWLC is the new tape recorder, one of the latest developments in sound reproduction,

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Just for you . . . In addition to the strictly social societies Luther also has several DEPARTMENTAL CLUBS, which are primarily intended for those students interested in special fields of work. Students with a yen for biology can find an outlet for their talents in the Linhe Biological Society, headed this year by Bruce Harstad, presidentg Donald Bravick, treasurer, and Charlene Fadness, secretary. Dr. Karl E. Goell- ner served as faculty advisor. Test tube and formula lovers are members of Sheel Chemistry Club, which has had a period of inactivity during the war and only this year has interest been revived. Latin or Greek-minded students are eligible for membership in the Classical Club. With the purpose of maintaining an interest in the cul- ture of the ancient world and in preserving an interest in the classics, this club operates under the advisorship of Mr. R. A. Haatvedt. With Miss Emily Frank as their advisor and Betty Anderson as their president, Phi Theta Theta members have met twice monthly to discuss their plans, problems and activities as prospective teachers in the elementary de- partment. Other officers were Evelyn Rolfs, program chairmang Lorraine Bergland, vice president, Marilyn Trytten, secretaryg and Elaine jorgenson, treasurer. ' xl .G l . '. .:. ' f M . N , .MO-MH: X X - --. . ' .' , ,V f is X 22' ff ' 2- is a -RE A .P ' ilj lgig ivi S xg ' lr i .wlljtx X I - 1 ,1 . Tqgfih-5 i Ptah , Q .. - i s ' what ' ' A , Z 'fi ,kv 1,7 IJ , 3 ii, 5 is Q ' ll' i 7-ii X. 5- U' :N ik E V '4 I, .XX X X58 QR . 'Er - ' Mes: -- K f f? Y - ffl I kg . V '-' it .e . j C X tri. f Q? A, I 'l, : o Ulnffmh 5'h-sa:.'m'5 Rah! Rah! Luther . . . Hot dogs . . . cokes . . . programs . . . you won't know what's going on unless you've got a program and you won't enjoy the game unless you know what's going on. And so goes a typical evening at a Luther basketball or football game with blue-sweatered ATH- LETES gaining prowess in the art of sales- manship. Organized in 1919 with the purpose of aid- ing the athletic department with material gifts, the L C lub has been very active on campus this year. The hot dogs and cokes so avidly devoured by sports fans are all a part of the club's project of managing concessions at ath- letic events to promote activities. As a result of persistent efforts and hard work, the club purchased a movie camera last year for the analysis of football games and recently install- ed a new score board in the gymnasium. Any man who earns one letter is eligible for membership in the L Club. The presiden- tial office, which honor goes to the man who has earned the most letters, was held jointly by Rufe McDowell and Norm Everson, who tied for high letter man. Others in official capacity were William Fure, secretary, and Henry Sordel, treasurer. Coach Hamlet Peter- son is advisor for this group of athletic pro- digies. Physical education classes aren't the only time and place for athletic activities among Luther coeds. With an organization such as the W omeu's Athletic Association and its aim- To foster among the girls at Luther College interest and participation in athletics, to increase physical elliciency, and to develop a higher degree of sportsmanship and school spirit - it can readily be seen that the women at Lu- ther are interested in sports. Each year the WAA arranges for intra- mural tournaments in volleyball, basketball and badminton. Hikes, picnics and skating parties are also a part of the WAA program. This year the organization purchased two tobog- gans for the use of the students. Membership is open to any girl who parti- cipates in the activities. Retiring otlicers in- clude Betty Coxson, president, Margaret Nel- son, vice presidentg Alice Michelson, secretaryg Christabel Adix, publicity chairmang Charlene Fadness, treasurer, Marie Holmen, recording secretaryg and Lorraine Stevenson, chairman of intramural activities. Advisor is Miss Myrtle Stokke.