Medical University of South Carolina - Tres Anni Yearbook (Charleston, SC)

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PEGGY ANN SIMMONS MPEG!! Hampton, S. C. Pretty as a picture . . . her air, her manner, all admired . . . Gracious and dignified Photography Editor of Tres Anni. i L BOBBIE LOU WRIGHT LOU Toccoa, Georgia One of the sweetest and best . . . More charming than she realizes, which is an as- set to her personality . . . Has a power all her own . . . President of Student Govern- ment Association. . . n STELLA ANN WILLIS HA-NN!! Moncks Corner, S. C. Petite and neat as a pin . . . This is a girl with a heart and smile, that makes the bub- ble of life worthwhile . . . Loves going and suntans. 3 2 Twenty-four

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MARY CATHERINE NAPIER KKDINKYJ Georgetown, S. C. A swell girl whose company is an everlast- ing pleasure . . . Just the same today-to- morrowg a friend in work, in play, in sorrow . . . Business Manager of Tres Anni. l DORIS ELAINE MUCKENFUSS MONKEY Cottageville, S. C. A friend to all . . . Rare is true love-true friendship is rarer . . . Ready and willing, most capable too . . . a good worker. L MARILYN MAE PFAEHLER MALLIE', Riclgeville, S. C. She laughs and frownsg there is nothing in it . . . fascinating her moods . . . they change most every minute . . . Very efficient nurse . . . Advertising Manager of Tres Anni. Tw enty-three

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eptember lass lflistorg How could anyone forget the many experiences which we have had during the past three years in training here at Roper? Join with me as I look back to the very first day-then days, months, and years later. It was a warm clear day, September 13, 1948, when we, a class of twenty-one, made our way into the main Nurses' Home. As we entered, shaking from head to toe, a lump arose in our throats, which prevented our speaking very well at first. Mrs. Allen, one of our housemothers, greeted and ushered us to our rooms, where we were introduced to our roommates and immediate surroundings. Several upperclassmen immediately began telling us about life at Roper, in the classroom and on the wards. This discussion continued as we went to Annex A, where a party-a big sister-little sister affair--was given in our honor. Here, everyone was introduced and initiated, verbally, into the routine that was soon to become as intimate as our uniform. Unpacking was a task which lasted several days, as we were too enthusiastic over our new home, getting acquainted, and exploring to settle down in one spot too soon. A schedule of classes, wards, meal time, and study hour was posted at once in order that we might not get lost, and fall behind on this professional path - Nurses' Training. My, but we were beginning to feel important, especially when ward time rolled around. It wasn't long before we became accustomed to our duties, requirements and rul- ings. Miss Holcombe and Miss Seawright, with their efforts and patience, aided our climb toward becoming a nurse. During our off-duty hours, many places welcomed our presence. There were sev- eral members of the class who had been introduced to members of other schools-the Citadel, the Medical College, the College of Charleston, and others. Through these ac- quaintances we were invited to dances, parties, and other social events. Christmastime soon came, much sooner than we expected. This meant three holi- days for us, which were greatly enjoyed by all. Soon after Christmas, our class now numbering fifteen, received our caps and bibs. The fact that additional duties and hours were just ahead was one of the things we thought about, but above all that we were now really a part of the school of nursing. This privilege was one which we had looked forward to for six months. When another class came in February, we could hardly help feel that we had really progressed another step forward. Summertime was upon us before we realized it was time for this season. Whether one tanned, blistered, or just turned a pale pink, everyone enjoyed going to the beach. At the termination of our first year in training, an addition to our uniform was granted. The black band was placed on our caps, inferring that we were now beginning our second or Junior year and taking on more classes and responsibilities. At the big sister-little sister party that year we were the big sisters. Can you imagine! I forgot about vacation time--the first we had. We began these three weeks on August 22nd, and returned to Roper on September 12th. Although everyone had been anxious to go on vacation, everyone seemed just as anxious t0 returll, where we, the entire class, would be together again. Soon we were being sent to the Operating Room, where each and every student looks forward to going with great anticipation. The first night on call, when we were supposedly sleeping, we sat up with our eyes and ears wide open, listening for the phone to ring, and those familiar words: You're called: let's go scrub. Included in our last year were so many unforgettable experiences that with the space allowed here, I could mention only a few. Our three months Psychiatric Affiliation was an experience everyone thoroughly enjoyed. The University students affiliated at Sheppard Enoch Pratt in Balti- more, while the Roper students went to the State Hospital in Columbia. The word used more than any other from April through June was the familiar one, exam. Yes, indeed, we really had the courses to complete before graduation on June 7. Now, as we come to the time when upon graduation and completion of three years as a student nurse, our class will be separated. Each member will follow his chosen way among the several fields of nursing. One will be going in this direction in this branchg another will go in that direc- tion and into that phase. There arc three words which make up a familiar saying, and expresses everyone's feeling of these three years: It was real. Tw enty-five