Memorial High School - Reata Yearbook (Houston, TX)

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STEVE WARLICK Scholarship Steve Warlick (left) exhibited his qualities as an out- standing student by ranking as a National Merit finalist; as a participant in the Texas Academy of Science, where his project placed fourth, and in the National Science Foundation’s summer study program at Texas Univer- sity; by winning three Interscholastic League Number- Sense awards in mathematics; and by receiving a com- mendation from the French Consulate General. for achievements in French. Steve is vice-president of SAPS, and a member of the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, the French Club, and the marching band. Steve is an explorer scout and raises tropical fish. His plans for college include graduate study after four years at Rice, Brown, or Texas University. KAREN HODGES Journalism Active in newspaper work for two and a half years, and first semester editor of the Anvil during her senior year, Karen (left) considers journalism “very interesting, because it puts you in contact with many people and you get to know the school.” Karen, who lists tennis as her favorite sport, also enjoys being president of the Spanish Club, and a member of the National Honor Society, American Field Service, and Quill and Scroll. Karen will enroll at the University of Texas next fall, and plans to enter some field of journalism after grad- vation.

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LELAND WINSTON Athletics ‘Because of his fine athletic and scholastic ability, Leland (right) has been chosen to receive commenda- tion as an outstanding athlete. He was captain of this year’s football team and received the Fighting Heart Award at the football banquet in January. Besides foot- ball, which he “really enjoys,” Leland also likes to hunt and play golf. As a member of the Key Club, SAPS, and Mu Alpha Theta, and treasurer of Wranglers, he keeps a busy schedule. Leland, who has been granted a scholarship to Rice University, plans to attend medical school after college. HUGH BROWN Science An all-around interest in science led to Hugh’s (right) being named one of the 300 honor winners in the National Westinghouse Scholarship Search and to his selection as this year’s science honor student at Memo- rial. Hugh is a member of the National Honor Society, SAPS, and Mu Alpha Theta, and says he thinks anything to do with science “is great.” He plans to attend Rice University, but as yet has not decided on a specific field of study. . :

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CLINTON DUNN Band Clinton, (right) played the trombone for six years, and his hard work and long hours of practice have paid off. Participating in both the band, in which he is first chair trombonist, and in the school orchestra, Clinton's ability gave him a seat in the All-District orchestra this year. He feels that playing a musical instrument “gives a person an opportunity to learn discipline, which is valuable throughout life.” Besides music, Clinton enjoys water skiing, sailing and fish- ing. Next fall, Clinton will enter TCU where his major probably wil! be dentistry. FRAN CRAWFORD Scholarship As an outstanding student. throughout her four years of high school, Fran (left) has been selected on the basis of her scholastic achievement, as one of four seniors tied for scholarship honors. Fran’s list of accomplishments include being one of the honor winners of the Westinghouse Scholarship contest, as well as being selected for membership in SAPS, the National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta. Fran feels her years at Memorial have been “extremely rewarding ones,” from which she has gained “the incentive to go on to college.” She will attend Texas University and tentatively plans to become a teacher. piece CHARLES STRICKLIN Journalism Last fall, Charles (left) joined the staff of the Anvil, and immediately proved his ability by being chosen business manager for the first semester and editor for the second. In addition, he was selected as the “most valuable staffer” by the Anvil’s sponsor, Mrs. Elaine Pritchett, in cooperation with the Houston Chronicle. Charles feels his senior year, “was the most important of my high school life,” and that the “fine staff and dedicated sponsor” helped make it possi- ble. Charles, who likes fishing and plays tennis, also devotes time to the Youth Council of his church. He hopes to attend either Baylor or Northwestern Uni- versity, as a journalism major and to enter the Peace Corps after graduation.