Meredith College - Oak Leaves Yearbook (Raleigh, NC)

Text from Pages 1 - 184 of the 1950 volume:

CARLYLE CAMPBELL LIBRARY Meredith College Raleigh, NC 27607-5298 c a i-i . Ji- Hux Pn 6j nt6, . . . XJr 1950 Oak Leaves Josephine Snow Editor Bett - Ann Hall Business Manager THIS BOOK WAS PRINTED BV EDWARDS AND BROUGH- TON OF RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA. THE PAPER USED WAS warren ' s LUSTRO AND THE TYPE BASK- ERVILLE. ENGRAVINGS WERE MADE BY THE LYNCH- BURG ENGRAVING COMPANY OF VIRGINIA; THE ART WORK W-AS DONE BY THE STUDENTS OF MERE- DITH COLLEGE UNDER THE DIRECTION OF DONNA WALSTON, AND THE PHOTOGRAPHY BY FRANCIS LAVERGNE JOHNSON OF CHAPEL HILL, HARRY E. COOPER, AND BY MEREDITH STUDENTS AND FACULTY. CARLYLE CAMPBEa UBJARY MEREDITH COLLEGE ) i f Dedication Because of her genuine intellect, because of her sincere friendliness, because of her kindly patience in showing us a more excellent way, we gratefully dedicate this, the 1950 Oak Leaves, to 2 . uUa JtamUi JloA il 0 lQ4AMi At our fiftieth anniversary last fall Meredith College had an especial guest — Meredith ' s own guardian angel. Angle descended on us for the purpose of attending our anniversary celebration, but she was so delighted with life on our campus that we had little trouble persuading her to stay the entire year. She was a pert little miss, getting into everything, joining in all our activities — so we coaxed her to be the junior editor of the 1950 Oak Leaves. We hope she will be as close to you as she has been to us who ha c worked with her. It has been a good year and there is no one better than Angle to tell us about it . . .. SltJ Seel . . . . picijcel ta wa — ■Jl . . . u{4e Bite. iAjidl iiA aud to- fmei 044 n . . . i3 acuUif H n H H i ' i 1 w L i C$ w t To Meredith College Students: This issue of Oak Leaves arouses our immediate interest because it serves to bind up the testimony of happy fellowship and worthy achievement in this college year. Through the years to come its appeal will steadily increase if it proves to be not our epitaph but a prophetic chapter in the texts of our lives. My kindest personal regards and best wishes for each of you. c ' ordiai ly yours, C:arlyle C:ampbei.l Pn-sidnit LEISHMAN A. PEACOCK, Ph.D. Dean As members of the class of 1950 you will cherish the distinction of being the first to use the new auditorium at commencement. I add personal good wishes for the years ahead to greetings from the entire faculty and staff. L. A. Peacock LILLIAN GRANT, A.M. Dean of ]Vomen The Oak Le.aves, with its pic- torial records of many happy hours, plays a valuable and indispensable part in our lives at Meredith. I count it a rare privilege to be a part of Meredith life and wnsh for each of you that its influence may serve as a sustaining challenge. Lillian Grant ZENO MARTIN, A.B. Bursar and Treasurer It has been a pleasure for me to share some of your problems and experiences during your col- lege days. Zeno Martin Board of Trustees H. Pat Taylor, President Wade ' sboro Beth Carroll Taylor, Vice-President Raleigh Zeno Martin, Secretary-Treasurer Raleigh TERMS EXPIRE 1950 Annie Ruth Caldwell Baker Lumberton O. Max Gardner, Jr Shelby Robert L. Humber Greenville Broadus E. Jones Raleigh Mary P. Lethco Charlotte L. E. Spikes Burlington TERMS EXPIRE 1951 Howard J. Ford Elkin J. Rufus Hunter Raleigh Jack M. Kcsler Vinston-Salem Winnie Rickett Pearce Durham Thos. P. Pruitt Hickory Beth Carroll Taylor Raleigh H. Pat Taylor W ' adesboro TERMS EXPIRE 1952 Claude U. Broach Charlotte Maude Davis Bunn : Raleigh H. M. Roland Wilmington James B. Turner Laurinburg V. H. Weatherspoon Raleigh Eph Whisenhunt Clayton TERMS EXPIRE 1953 Exerett Johnson Britt Lumberton Commodore Thomas Council Durham Foy Johnson Farmer Raleigh Grace Olive Lane Asheville L. M. Massey Zebulon Alfred J. Smith Goldsboro 16 ENGLISH Harris, Julia H., Ph.D., Professor; Johnson, Mary Lynch, Ph.D., Professor; Lanham, Loui.se, Ph.D., Assistant Professor; Rose, Norma, Ph.D., Assistant Professor; Murphy, Del- phine, Ph.D., Instructor. SOCIOLOGY AND ECONOMICS Parker, Clyde N., Ph.D., Professor; Syron, Leslie, W., A.M., Instructor; Johnson, Betty S., A.B., Instructor. RELIGION McLain, Ralph E, PhD, Professo,. Ciook, Roa:ei H, Th D , Associate Piofcsoi. Curiin, illie Ruth, A M , Imtiudoi 17 PSYCHOLOGY AND PHILOSOPHY Park, Dorothy G., Ph.D., Associate Pro- fessor. EDUC. TION Tyner, Bunyan Y., A.M., Professor; Dor- sett. Harry K., A.M., Assistant Professor; Bell, Lila, M. Ed., Assistant Professor. C:HEMISTRY and PHYSICS Yarhrous;h, Mary, Ph.D., Professor; C:ollins, Helen Jo, M.S., Instructor. MUSIC Cooper, Harry E., Mus. D., Pro- fessor; Pratt, .Stuart, Mus. M., Pro- fessor; Donley, Beatrice, B.M., .45- sociate Professor; Wilmot, David L., A.M., Assistant Professor; Rosenberg- er. Rarhel, Mus. M., Assistant Pro- ,.w„.- Ashley, Helen E., Mus. M., liniiihliii: Woodman, Ruth S., A.M., bisbiutur; Hamrick, Martha, Mus. M., Instructor. 18 HISTORY Wallace, Lillian Parker, Ph.D., Pro- fessor; Keith, Alice B., Ph.D., Associate Professor; Lemmon, Sarah McC, A.M., Assistant Professor; Farmer, Fannie Memory, A-M. Actiu Instructor. On leave, 1949-50 . ppointmcnt for 1949-50 MODERN LANGUAGES McAlli.ster, Quentin Oliver, Ph.D., Professor; Neblett, Lucy Ann, A.M., Assistant .Professor; Freund, Susanne H., Ph.D., Assistant Professor; Hucka- bee, Elizabeth R., A.B., Instructor; Ivie, Edith J., A.B., Acting Instructor. On leave, first semester, 1949-50 .Appointment, for first semester, 1949-50 19 BUSINESS Hill, Martha F., A.M., Assistant Professor; Gregory, Margaret H., A.M., Instructor. Yarbrough, John A., Ph.D., Pro- fessor: Kelman, Helen P.. A.M.. hnlnulnr. Reynolds, Douglas W., B.F.A., Associate Professor; Ream, Mary A., A.M., Instructor. MATHEMATICS Canady, Ernest F., Ph.D., Professor. HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Peterson, Doris, A.M., Associate Professor; Cun- ningham, Phyllis, A.M., Instructor; Carey, Mar- garet, B.S., Instructor; Hitt, Miriam T., Assistant Baity, Hazel, A.B. in L.S., Librarian; Greene, Jane, A.B. in L.S., Assistant Librarian; Harris, Doris H., A.B., Assistant in the Library. HEALTH SERVICE Lane, Bessie Evans, A.B., M.D., College Physician; Barnette, Myrtle, R.N., Nurse; Teague, Janet, R.N., Assistant Nurse. 21 Marsh, ' era Tart, Registrar; Thomas, Joy M., Preston. A.M., LL.D., Director oj Puhlu Relations, Stenographer, Dean and Registrar. Reid, Elizabeth D.. A.B., Publicity Directm. Smith, Lois, B.S., Steivaid; Watts, Luhi B., Dining Room Hostess; Rhyne, Janet, B.S., Assistant Steward. Swain, Anne, B.S., Bimkkeeper-Snretmy In the Bursal; Gwyt-r, Betty L., Cashier and Secretary; English, Elizabeth V., Secretary, Alumnae Association. Pratt, Edith G., A.M., Assistant Dean of Women: Grimmer, Mae, A.B., Secretary of Alumnae Association. Simmons, Harry, Maintenance Superviser. Rhodes, Lattie, Secretan to the Piesidenl. Barnette, Ruth W., Secretary to the Dean. Yea er, Betty Jean, A.B., Secretary to the Dean of ]l ' omen. 23 The Mind of The Faculty Who knows the mind of the facuhy? Not the memlacrs of the faculty — if we except those who will speak only when no dogs bark, those who have never broken the seal of the ideas signed in their novitiate. Requiescant in pace! In his essay, The Ideal Teacher, George Herbert Palmer says, HarNard Clollege pays me for doing what I would gladly pay it to let me do, a sentiment more common among teachers than trustees suspect. Perhaps we gladly teach because of the necessity of meeting changes, because of the necessity of realizing principles in a world of change. In our miniature com- munity it would be easy to li e on the exhiliration of change, content — nay, delighted — not to have to step in the same river twice; it would be easy to set up a centre of rest in our affections and con- victions. But the effort to establish a centre of rest in, and in spite of, the changes of a changed universe, to reconcile perfect energy and repose makes teaching the most difficult — and the most joyful of all professions. Orate est labuiare. 24 25 CO -_ -Cb£ SAe e a ed aeut a 4ne4nJfeA, o aun . . . QlciAAe4. A successful quest for a golden fleece 28 Senior Class Alice Gordon Tuttle President La Verne Harris Viee-President Marjorie Trippeer Secretary Annette Miller Treasurer Alice Keith sponsor Alice Gordon Tuttle President lexpccted plicnomena; for three and a half years it remains tucked ture, and then without sufficient warning, it jumps suddenly from Graduation is one of those away safely in the far distant the calendar, a reality. Crowded into the four years are many happy memories that are to be preserved. Among these are recollections of the Freshman Year, the first rung on the ladder that will end with a sheep- skin. That was the year almost all of North Carolina put in a twelfth grade and we began with only eighty-eight members. Palio fell on Sadie Hawkins Day and our class dressed as Daisy Mae, Lena the Hyena, and other Al Capp characters. Upon our return for the Sophomore Year, we began to find our niches and work toward chosen goals, managing in the meantime to win the stunt cup with an original skit, There Shall Be No Night. As juniors we saw a year with a purpose, a working to achieve honors and responsibilities that come with being a senior. Again we succeeded at Stunt with our Foul Play. In the spring we gave an Oriental Junior-Senior and managed to balance our budget as well. At last we came to our Senior Year, a culmination of all that preceded. With only sixty four members, of whom twenty six were original members, we won Palio and achieved a second rating at Stunt. Four years have rushed by and a variety of experiences will be remembered with mixed be told completely. It is something of the four years of study, vith others and, in short, of a preparation for emerging from the ife. The class of ' o graduates confident that as a class and as ributcd much to our Alma Mater and received much from her. The value of a diploma of making friends, of cooperation small college world into a fuller indi ' idual members, we have cor Annette, Trip, Bunny, and A. G. — our ( 29 DORIS PAULSEN ADKINS Raleigh, N. C. Astro Sociology University of Cincinnati i. 2; Meredith College •]. 4; Sociology CUul) 3, 4. CAROLYN LaXERNE AUSTIN C;harlotte. N. C. Phi Religii Mars Hill College i, 2; Meredith College 3, 4; Freeman Religion Club 3, 4; Y.W.A. 3, 4; Sunday School Of- ficer 3, 4: B.T.L ' . Officer 3, 4: Greater B.S.L ' . Council 3, 4: Badminton ' ar- sity 3, 4. DORIS VIRGINIA BARNETT Gastonia. N. C. Phi Sociology Mars Hill C:ollege 1.2: Meredith Col- lege 3, 4: B.S.L. Council 4; Freeman Religion Club 3, 4; Sociology Club 4, Treasurer 4; ' . v.A. 3, 4; Sunday School Officer 4; B.T.U. Officer 3; Greater B.S.L Council 3, 4. The 1950 Oak Leaves 30 MARY ANN BE ALE Raleigh, N. C:. Phi Sociology Woman ' s College of the University of North Carolina i, 2: Meredith Col- lege 3. 4; Sociology Club 3, 4, Vice- President 4: Sunday School Officer 4. NAOMI LORRAINE BENNETT Conetoe, N. C. Phi Business Little Theatre Pledge 3, 4; Student League of Women ' oters 3, 4; To- morrow ' s Business Women 3, 4. CHARLOTTE MAE BO VMAN Boone ' s Mill, ' a. Astro Piano S. G. Council, Summer School; B.S.U. Council 3; Nominating Committee 4; Astro Society President 4; Interna- tional Relations Club 3; Little Theatre Pledge I, 2, 3; Little Theatre 4: Mc- Dowell Music Club I, 2, 3; Student League of Women ' oters 4; Equitation Club 4; Sigma Alpha Iota 3, 4, Vice- President 3, President 4; World Fellow- ship 1,2; Choir I, 2, 3, 4, Accompanist 4; Glee Club 2, 3, Accompanist 3. Meredith College The 1950 Oak Leaves VIRGINIA PAIGE BOWMAN Boone ' s Mill, ' a Astro Religion Roanoke College i; Meredith College 2, 3, 4 B.S.U. Council 3: A.A. Board Softball Manager 3, Social C hairman 4; Astro Society, Marshal 3, C hief Marshal 4; Freeman Religion Club 2. 3; Y.W.A. Circle Leader 3, Social Chairman 4; Greater B.S.U. Council 3, 4; Choir 4; May Court 2; Super- lative. ANNE LOUISE BROWN Raleigh, N. C. Phi Primary Education Peace C:ollege 1,2; Meredith College 3, 4; Education Club 3, 4; Dean ' s List 3. DOROTHY MAE CHILDRESS Raleigh, N. C. Education S. G. Cloimci shal 4; Be 4; Astro Society Mar- .,..„. , u Hi e ' Committee 3, Chairman 4; Education Club 3, ' ice- President 4; Y.W.A. i ; Sunday School Officer i; B.T.U. Officer i; Greater B.S.U. Council i; House Council 4; Choir 2, 3, ' ice-President 4: Folk Dance Club 3, 4; May Court i ; Super- lative. 32 Meredith College DORIS EMILY CONCHA Amity -ille, New York Plii Mathematics A. A. Board Freshman Representative I, Secretary 2, President 4; Nominat- ina; Committee 4; Phi Society Marshal 2; Twig Staff Typist i, Reporter 2: Class Treasurer i ; Alpha Psi Omega 4; Colton English Club 3, 4; Little Theatre 3, 4; Canaday Mathematics Club 3, 4; Monogram Club 3, 4; Equitation Cluii i, 2, 3; Folk Dance Club 3, 4; Hockey Varsity 3; Helen Hull Law Classical Club i ; May Court 4. ESTHER CAROLYN CO ' INGTON Rockingham, N. C, Phi Religion S. G. Council 3; Counsellor 3; Twig Staff 4; Freeman Religion Club i ; Little Theatre Pledge; World Fellow- ship I, 2; Sunday School Officer 2; B.T.U. Officer i, 2, 3; Folk Dance Club 3, 4. JEAN E. DAUGHTRIDGE Rocky Mount, N. C. Phi Sociology Mars Hill College 1,2; Meredith Col- lege 3, 4; B.S.U. Council 4; Freeman Religion Club 3, 4; Sociology Club 3, 4; Y.W.A. 3, 4, President 4; Sunday School Officer 3; Greater B.S.U, Coun- cil 3, 4. NANCY RUTH DUCIKWORTH Arlington, a. Phi Home Economics Bridgewater College i, 2; Meredith College 3, 4; B.S.U. Council 4; Home Economics Club 3, 4; Y.W.A. 3, 4: Sunday School Officer 4; Greater B.S.U. Council 4. BETSY ANNE ED VARDS Raleigh, N. C. Astro Primary Education Peace College i, 2; Meredith College 3, 4; Education C lub 3, 4. Phi ADDIE S. ELLIOTT Huntsville, Ala. ' oice S. G. Council 4; Granddaughters ' Club I, 2, 3, 4; McDowell Music Club I, 2; Equitation Club i; Y.W.A. 2; House Council 4; Choir i, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; College Cheerleader 4; Band 4. The 1950 Oak Leaves W INNIE MAY FITZGERALD Religion Gretna, ' a. Phi S. G. Council, Treasurer 3, Chief Clounsellor 4; Silver Shield 3, Presi- dent 4; Nominating Committee 4; Freshman Counsellors, 3, Clhief Coun- sellor 4; Phi Society Treasurer 2; Oak Leaves Class Editor 2; Class Secretary i; Freeman Religion Club 2, 3, 4, Secretary 2; Sociology Club 3, 4; Education Club 4; Y.W ' a. i, 2; Greater B.S.U. Council 2; House Council 2; Choir 3, 4; Superlative. ANITA THOMAS FREEMAN Gates, N. C. Astro Sociology Campbell College 1,2; Meredith Col- lege 3, 4; Education Club 3, 4; Free- man Religion Club 3; Sociology Club 3, 4- Phi POLLYANNA GIBBS Raleigh, N. C. English Mars Hill College 1,2; Meredith Col- lege 3, 4; B.S.U. Council 4; Colton English Club 3, 4, Secretary-Treasurer 4; Freeman Religion Club 4; Y.W.A. 4; Sunday .School Officer 4; B.T.U. Officer 3, 4. Meredith College The 1950 Oak Leaves ELLEN LOUISE GOLDSTON Wrnal, LUah Astro Business Oak Leaves Junior Editor 3, Associate Editor 4; Acorn Staff, Typist 3; Twig Staff Typist 3; Class Treasurer 3; Kappa Nu Sigma 3, Secretary-Treas- urer 4; Little Theatre Pledge; Canaday Mathematics Club 2, Reporter 3, President 4: Tomorrow ' s Business Women 2, 3, 4; Y.W.A. 2; Dean ' s List I, 2, 3, 4: Superlatis ' e. KATHERINE C. GRAHAM Hopewell, a. Sociology Ph Averett Junior Clollege 1, 2: Meredith C ' ollege 3, 4; International Relations Clul) Secretary-Treasurer 4; Sociology Club 3. 4. GLADYS IRENE GREENE Raleigh, N. C. Astro Primary Education Education Club 3, President 4; Home Economics Club i; May Court 2. Meredith College fUNE ELIZABETH HARMON Ahoskie, N. C. ntcrnational Rcl Club Sociology ' -, 3, 4; Little ThcatiT Pledge; Sociology Club 2, 3, President 4; Student League of Women X ' oters 2, 3, 4; Y.W.A. 2, 3; Folk Dance CMub 3. Phi La VERNE HARRLS Cary, N. C. History S. G. Council 2; Nominating Com- mittee 3; Phi Society Marshal 4; Acorn Staff Class Editor 2, 4; Twig Staff Columnist i, Fashion Editor 2, 3; Class President 3, Vice-President 4; Colton English Club 2, 3; Interna- tional Relations Club 3, Vice-Presi- dent 4; Little Theatre Pledge 4; Equitation Club 2; May Court 4; Superlative. Astro ROBERTA M. HOLCOMBE St. Petersburg, Fla. Biology St. Petersburg Junior College i, 2; Meredith College 3, 4; Colton English Club 3; Freeman Religion Club 4; McDowell Music Club 3; Equitation Club 3; Glee Club 3, 4; Barber Science Club 3, 4; Social Chairman 4. 37 MARY ELIZABETH HOLDFOLD Wilson. . . C. Phi Sociology Phi Society Secretary 3, Chief Mar- shal 4; Oak Leaves Business Staff 3, 4; Freeman Religion Club i, 2; Sigma Pi Alpha 2: Sociology Club 4; Student League of Women ' oters 4; Y.W.A. 2; Sunday School Officer 2; May Court 3, May Queen 4. VIVIAN ORLENA JAMERSON Pensacola, N. C. Phi Orsjan Mars Hill College i, 2; Meredith College 3, 4; Equitation Club 3; Y.W.A. 3, 4; Sunday School Officer 3; B.T.U. Officer 3; Greater B.S.U. Council 3; Choir 3, President 4; Folk Dance Club 4. GLADYS LASSITER JOHNSON Four Oaks, N. C. Phi Home Economics Campbell College 1,2; Meredith Col- lege 3, 4; Home Economics Club 2. The 1950 Oak Leaves HANNAH ELIZABETH JONES Arlins ton, ' a. Phi Chemistry S. G. Council Secretary 3, ' ice-Presi- cient 4; Nominating Committee 2 Freshman Counsellor 2; Class Presi- dent 2; International Relations Club i; Little Theatre Pledge; Sunday School Officer i. MARGUERITE LEATHERMAN Lincolnton, N. C. Phi Religion S. G. Council 3; Silver Shield 3, Vice- President 4; Nominating Committee 4; Phi Society Pianist i, 2, Vice- President 3, President 4; Education Club 3; Freeman Religion Club 2, 3, 4; Little Theatre Pledge i ; Sociology Club 3, 4, Reporter 3; World Fellow- ship I, 2; Y.VV.A. Vice-President 2; Sunday School Officer i; B.T.U. Of- ficer i; Greater B.S.L ' . Council 2; House Council i, 2, 3; May Court 3; Superlative. HELEN JANE McDANIEL Raleigh, N. C. Phi Home Economics Twig Business Staff i. Business Man- ager 3, 4; Home Economics Club i, 2, 3, Reporter 4; Little Theatre Pledge 4; Sunday School Officer i, 2, 3; 3; Day Student .T.U. Officer House Council Meredith College 39 The 1950 Oak Leaves ELIZABETH MINA MACHEN Greenville, S. C. Phi Education Furman University i, 2; Meredith College 3, 4; Oak Leaves Photograph Manager 4; Alpha Rho Tau 3; Educa- tion Club 3, 4; Little Theatre Pledge 3, Little Theatre 4; Equitation Clul) 3; Y.W.A. 3; Greater B.S.U. Council 3, 4; Glee Club 3, 4. Phi lARBARA COLE MARSHALL Okmudgee, Okla. Art Oklahoma University i, 2; Meredith College 3, 4; Alpha Rho Tau 3, Presi- dent 4: Colton English C:iub 3. MI.XA C:HARL0TTE MAVTON Durham, N. C. Astro Primary Education Education Clui) 3, 4; Sociology Club 4- Meredith College FRA NCIES LEIGH MEADOWS Kernersville, N. C. Phi Religion S. G. Council 2, 4; Freshman Counsel- lor 2, 3; Education Club 3, 4; Freeman Religion Club i, 2, 3, 4; Little Theatre 4; ' .VV.A. i; Sunday School Officer I, 2: B.T.U. Officer i; Choir 2, 3, 4; Folk Dance Club 3, 4. MELLIE ANNETTE MILLER New Bern, N. C. Astro Sociology S. G. Council Summer School 3; B.S.U. Council Honorary Member 4; Twig Advertising Manager 4; Class Treasurer 4; Education Club 3, 4; International Relations Club 4; Soci- ology Club 2, 3, 4: Y.W.A. 3: B.T.U. Officer i; Greater B.S.L Council i, 3.4- BETSY MARIE MILLS Concord, N. C. Phi Education S. G. C ouncil 4; Education Club 2, 3, 4; Little Theatre Pledge 3, 4; Sociology Club 2, 4; Student League of Women Voters 3, 4; Y.W.A. 2, 3; Sunday School Officer 2; House Council 4; Folk Dance Club 3, 4. FRANCES CAROLYN MOORE RcidsviUe. N. C. Astro Home Economics Woman ' s Colles;e of the Uni -ersity of North Carolina i, 2; Meredith Col- lege 3, 4; S. G. Council 4; Home Economics Club 3, 4; International Relations Cluli 3, 4; Little Theatre Pleda;e 3. 4: House Council 4. CATHERINE E. MOORE Myrtle Beach. S. C. Phi Ar B.S.U. Council 2, 3; Silver Shield Secretary-Treasurer 4; Acorn Assistant Art Editor 3, Editor 4: Twig StaflT 2; Class ' ice-President 3; Alpha Psi Omega 3, ' ice-President 4; Alpha Rho Tau 3, 4; Colton English Club 2, 3, 4; Little Theatre 2, 3, 4; Student League of Women Voters 2: Equita- tion Club 3; Y.W.A. 2, 3; Palio Band 1,2; Dean ' s List 2, 3, 4; Superlative: Who ' s Who in American Colleges and Unirersilies, 4. GAZELLE HUDGINS MOORE Gvvynns Island, ' a. Astro Organ S. G. Council 2; Nominating Com- mittee 4; Freshman Counsellor 3; Astro Society Sergeant-at-Arms 2; Oak Leaves Sophomore Business Manager 2; Alpha Psi Omega 4; Little Theatre Pledge I, Little Theatre 3, President 4; Sigma Alpha Iota 3, 4; Choir 2, 3, 4. The 1950 Oak Leaves BETSY ANN MORGAN i-nson, N. C Ph Religion B.S.U. Council 2, 3, President 4; Silver Shield 4; Nominating Committee 4; Class Secretary 2; Education Club 3, 4; Freeman Religion Club i, 2, 3, 4; International Relations Club 2, 3; Little Theatre Pledge; Sigma Pi Alpha 3, 4; Sociology Club 2, 3, 4; Y.W.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Sunday School Officer 2; B.T.U. Officer i, 2; House Council i; Folk Dance Club 2, 3, Dean ' s List i, 2, 3, 4; Who ' s Who in American Colleges and Universities. I ANN IMOGENE NARRON Middlesex, N. C. Phi Business A. A. Board Soccer Manager 2, 4; Education Club 3, 4; Little Theatre Pledge; Sociology Club 2; Tomorrow ' s Business Women 2, Treasurer 3, Presi- dent 4; Soccer X ' arsity 3, Hockey ' arsity 1,2; Superlative. Phi MARY SUE PAGE Rome, Ga. Religion Twig Staff, Sports Column 3, Ex- change Editor 4; Colton English Club 4; Freeman Religion Club i, 2, Treasurer 3. President 4; International Relations Club i, 4; Little Theatre 3, 4; Equitation Club i; B.T.U. Officer i. Meredith College 43 The 1950 Oak Leaves KATHLEEN HICKS PERRY Raleigh, N. C. Astro Biology Education CUuh 4; Granddaughters ' Club I, 2, 3, 4; Barber Science Clul) 3 4- EMILY SPEIGHT POOL Greensille, S. C Phi Ensflish S. G. Council Freshman Representa- tive I, President 4; B.S.L 3; Silver Shield 4; Nominating Committee 4; Twig Staff Reporter i, 2; Student Chairman for Religious Emphasis Week 3; Class Vice-President 2; Colton English Club 2, 3, 4; Granddaughters ' Club I, 2, 3, 4; Co-Chairman Needle- work Guild 2; Little Theatre i, 2, 3, 4; Sigma Pi Alpha i, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 2; Student League of Women Voters 2, 3, 4, Interim Council for Student Legislature 4; Sunday School Officer i; Glee Club 3, 4, Dean ' s List i, 3; Superlative: Who ' s ]i ' io in American Colleges and I ' niirrsilies. ELSIE ANN ROBERTS Raleigh, N. C:. Astro Biology Santa Ana College 1,2; Meredith Col- lege 3, 4: Barber Science Club 3, 4; Alpha Rho Tau 3, 4. Meredith College JOSEPHINE FIDELIA SNOW Astr Raleigh, N. C. English Agnes Scott Clollcge i ; Meredith Col- lege 2, ' 5, 4; Silver Shield 4; Nominat- ing Committee 4, Oak Leaves Business Manager 3, Editor 4; Colton English Club 3, 4; Kappa Nu Sigma 3, Presi- dent 4; Sigma Pi Alpha 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4, Secretary 3, President 4; Maid of Honor in May Court 4; Dean ' s List 2, 3, 4; Vocal Ensemble 2, 3, 4; Who ' s Who in American Colleges and Universities. EMILY MILDRED STACY Washington, D. C. Astro Biology Freeman Religion Club i ; Little The- atre Pledge; Sigma Pi Alpha 3, Presi- dent 4; Equitation Club 2; Y.W.A. i, 2; Sunday School Officer 2; Choir 3, 4; Barber Science Club 3, President 4. MARTHA LOU STEPHENSON Pendleton, N. C. Astro English A. A. Board Treasurer 2; Twig Staff 2; Colton English Club 2, 3, 4; Mono- gram Club 4; Softball Varsity 3; Basketball Varsity 2, 3. 45 ROSE ROBERSON STEWART Hiiddleston. ' a. Phi Piano Mars Hill ClolleRe 1.2: Meredith Col- lege 3, 4: McDowell Music Club 3; ' . V.A. 3; Choir 3, 4; Palio Band 4. Astro MYRA RUTH STONE Raleigh, N. C. Business Peace College i, 2; Meredith College 3, 4; S. G. Council 4; Oak Leaves Business Staff 4; Tomorrow ' s Business Women 3, 4; Program Chairman 4. SALLY LOU TAYLOR Portsmouth. Phi English Nominating Committee 4; Acorn Staff Class Editor 2, 3: Twig Make-L ' p Editor 3, Editor 4; Alpha Psi Omega I, 2. 3, 4. President 4; Colton English Club 2, 3, 4, ' ice-President 3; Little Theatre i, 2, 3, 4, Secretary 2; Helen Hull Law Classical Club i. 2; Folk Dance Club 3, 4. The 1950 Oak Leaves 46 MARJORIE ANN TRIPPEER Roanoke, ' a. Astro Sociology Roanoke College i ; Meredith College 2, 3, 4; Freshman Counsellor 3; Class Secretary 4; Freeman Religion Club 3; Y.W.A. 2, 3, 4, Vice-President 4; Hockey Varsity 3. i ALICE GORDON TUTTLE Hamlet, N. C. Astro Chemistry Nominating Committee 4; Astro Society Treasurer 2; Class Treasurer 2. President 4: Barber Science Club . 3- 4- ROXANNE GEORGE ALLAS Raleigh, N. C. Astro Art Home Economics Club 4; Alpha Rho Tau 3, 4; Sigma Pi Alpha 2, 3, 4; Vice- President of Day Students 3, President 4; Oak Leaves Staff 4; Superlative 4. Meredith College 47 The 1950 Oak Leaves HELEN LEE WILHELM Sparrows Point, Md. Phi Sociology Axerett College 1,2; Meredith College 3, 4; Freeman Religion Club 3, 4; Little Theatre Pledge 3, 4; Sociology Club 3, 4; Y.VV.A. 3: 4; B.T.U. Officer 3; Glee Club 3; Palio Band 4. franc:es LORENA WILLIAMS Vaynes ille, N. C. Phi Home Economics Aidin Art Editor 4: Alpha Rho Tau 3, 4; Colton English Club 2; Home Economics Club i. 2, 3, 4, President 4; Little Theatre Pledge 3. 4; Sociology Club 3. AL RV C:HRISTINE WILLL-WISON C:hadbourn, N. C. Astro History Acorn Staff 3; Alpha Psi Omega 3, 4; Colton English Club 2, 3, 4, Publicity Chairman 2; Freeman Religion Club i; Granddaughters ' Club i, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 2, Secretary 3, President 4; International Relations Club i, 2, 3, 4, Program Chairman 3, President 4; Little Theatre i, 2, 3, 4; Sigma Pi Alpha 2, 3, 4; Student League of Women ' oters 3; Equitation Club i; Dean ' s List 3, 4. Meredith College HAZEL MARIE WILLIAMSON Durham, N. C. Phi Home Economics Nominating Committee 4; Phi Society Marshal 3; Home Economics Club i, 2, 3, 4; Student League of Women Voters I, 2, 3, 4, Secretary-Treasurer 2, ' ice-President 3, President 4; May Court I ; College Marshal 4, BERTHA E ANS WILSON Hende N. C. S. G. Council 3; Acorn Business Staff 3, Associate Editor 4; Oak Leaves Class Editor 4; Class Secretary 3; Colton English Club Secretary-Treasurer 3, President 4; Education Club 4; Free- man Religion Club 2, 3; McDowell Music Club I, 2; Y.W.A. I, General Secretary 2; Greater B.S.U. Council 2. House Council 3; Choir 4; Palio Band I, 2, 3, 4; Dean ' s List 2, 3, 4. ANNIE GWENDOLYN WILSON Churchxille, ' a. Phi Biology Granddaughters ' Club i, 2, 3, 4; Little Theatre Pledge 3, 4; Y.W.A. i; Barber Science Club 2, 3, 4; Soccer ' arsity i. ANN McRAE WOOTEN Chadbourn, N. C. Astro Home Economics Woman ' s College of the University of North Carolina t ; Meredith College L , 3, 4: Home Economics Club 2, 3, 4; Little Theatre Pledge 4. EMILY LOUISE YARBROUGH Roxboro. N. C. Phi Religion Mars Hill CloUege i, 2: Meredith Col- lege 3, 4; A. A. Board, Basketijall Manager 3; Freeman Religion Club 2; Y. W. A. 4; Softball Varsity 3; Supcrlati -c. ELIZABETH ZULALIAN Brookline, Mass. Phi Piano Alpha Psi Omega 3, 4; Little Theatre 3, 4, Secretary 3; Little Theatre Pledge I, 2; McDowell Music Club i, 2, 3, 4: Equitation CUub i, 2. 3: CUioir 2. 3. 4: Folk Dance Clulj 4; House Clouncil 4. The 1950 Oak Leaves 50 Snaps Meredith College Hall proctors like Fran often need the help of their freshmen. Beverley and Jean — Big Sister-Little Sis- ter — since Orientation Week. 52 Junior Class Bettv Jane Hedgepeth President Nan(: - Walker I ' ice-Presulent Sandra Moore Secretary Julia Parker Treasii er Mary Yarbrough Sponsor Betty Jane Hedgepeth President Some of us arrh-ed on campus a whole week early this fall, just to prove that we were finally juniors and entitled to the privilege of hailing freshmen and transfers. We really struggled that first week trying to connect oft-wr itten names with un- familiar faces. But Orientation Week was only the beginning of our Junior Year. In bright columns of Good Neighbors we marched into second place at Palio. And it was on Stunt Night that we presented our cherry-red version of Going Down. The newest juniors were welcomed into our midst at the coffee for transfers. And later. Astro Hall was filled to the brim with big and little sisters having their traditional party. Yet it was the spring with our Junior-Senior Banquet, that brought the class ingenuity to the forefront. The year was one of new responsibilities, new ideas, and the welcome assurance that our Junior Year would not Ije our last at Meredith. Julia, Aancj, Hedge, and Sandra lead the rising seniors 53 uniors Dorothy Allen Astro C ' .henwiUe. N. C. Frances Almond P ii Salis bury, N. C. Franc:es Alt. l Ailru Dunn. N. C. Jeanette Atkins Phi Cary, N. C. Betsy Ausbon Astro Tarboro, N. C. Joyce Bailey Astro Plymouth, N. C. Enelyn Barden Astro Rose Hill, N. C. Barry Barefoot Astro Angier, N. C. Anita Barrett Phi Mars Hill. N. C, Beverly Batchelor Astro Nashyille, N. C. 54 Juniors Peggy Benbovv Phi Winston-Salem, N. C. Jane Biggs Phi Florence, S. C. Carolyn Bizzelle Phi Seven Springs, N. C. Beth Boggs Phi College Park, Ga. Eileen Bone Phi Rocky Mount, N. C. Shirley Bone Phi Nashville, N. C. Daphne Bordeaux Phi Wallace, N. C. Mary Elizabeth Bowen Astro Asheville, N. C. Jennett Bramble Phi Fayetteville, N. C. Annie Pearl Brantley Phi Spring Hope, N. C. 55 Juniors Bobby Brewer Astro Roseljoro, N. C. Louise Britt P n Elizabethtown, N. C. Helen Brunson Phi Florence, S. C. Jane Earl Burch Phi Charlotte, N. C. Grace Burnham Astro Asheville, N. C. Betsy Campbell Astro Buie ' s Creek, N. C. Sue Conley Astro Franklin, N. C. Nancy Cook Phi Clemmons, N. C. Eleanor Cothran Phi Raleigh, N. C. Betty Crawford Phi Raleiga, N. C. ' 1 56 Juniors CIaroi.yn Crook Fin Albemarle, N. C. Sylvia Currin Phi Oxford, N. C. Dorothy Cutts Phi Oxford, N. C. Lydia Davis Astro Rock Hill, S. C. Betty Lou Dean Astro Louisburg, N. C. Barbara Denn Phi Durham, N. C. Carolyn Dixon Phi Reidsville, N. C. Rita Edwards Astro Greer, S. C. MiLLicENT Elliot Astro Amityville, N. Y. Pats ' !- Emory Astro Northside, N. C. 57 Juniors Frances Ann Estridge As ro Florence, S. C. Norma Fagan Astro Jamesville, N. C. Anne Fouche Astro Rock Hill, S. C. Rachel Funderburk Astro C:hesterfield, S. C. Ri aine Futrell Astro Murfreesijoro, N. C. Betsy Goldston Astro Raleigh, N. C. Mary Ann Goodwin Astro Atlanta, Ga. Ina Gresham Astro Chinquapin, N. C. Margot Grimes Astro Charlotte, N. C. LeGrace Gupton Astro Raleigh, N. C. 58 Juniors Betty Ann Hall Asiro Winston-Saleni, N. C. Elaine Hancock Aslro Siler City, N. C. Martha Hare Astro Holly Springs, N. C. Alice Harrell Astro Tarboro, N. C. Betty Jane Hedgepeth Astro Bound Brook, N.J. Nancy Hefner Astro Greer, S. C. Dorothy Helms Astro Raleigh, N. C. Virginia Henry Phi Hendersonville, N. C: Anna Leigh Hicks Astro Henderson, N. C. Laurice Hlass Phi Palestine 59 Ju mors Hope Hodges Astro Washington, N. C. Inez Holland Phi Salemburg, N. C, Beth Hord Astro King ' s Mountain, N. C. Emma Lee Hough Astro Charlotte, N. C. JuANiTA Hubbard Phi Charlotte, N. C. Linda Hudspeth Phi Winston-Salem, N. C. Margaret James Phi Waynesville, N. C. Betsy Johnson Astro Angier, N. C. Virginia Jones Phi Norfolk, Va. Mary Eland Josey Astro Tarboro, N. C. 60 Juniors Marjorie Jovner Astro VVinston-Salfin, N. C. Rose Marie Killinger Astro Marion, Va. Marcine Kinkead Astro Rocky Mount, N. C. Sheila Knapp Phi Washington, D. C. Rebecca Knott P u Oxford, N. C. Rosalind Knott P u Oxford, N. C. Emilia Kutschinski Phi Raleigh, N. C. Katherine Latta P u Bunnlevel, N. C. Patricia Lawrence Phi Raleigh, N. C. Margaret Leach Astro Kinston, N. C. Juniors Mattie Lou Lee Phi Willow Springs, N. C. Ann McRackan Plu Southport, N. C. Mac:lv. Mackie Plu Granite Falls, N. C. Joanne Mason Pin Portsmouth, ' a. Carolyn Massey Asiro Zebulon, N. C. Stella Matthews Plu Nashville, N. C. LiTA Mauldin Phi Charlotte, N. C. ' irginl Merritt Aitro Chapel Hill, N. C. Betsy Miles Astro Raleioh. . . C:. ] L RiLYN Mills Astro Charlotte, N. C. 62 Juniors Kathrvn Mims Astro Raleigh, N. C. ' ertie Mitchell Ph, Durham, N. C. Sandra Moore Astro Florence, S. C. Annie Drake Morgan P u Spring Hope, N. C. Anne Marie Morton Astro Raleigh, N. C. Margaret Mulligan Astro Norfolk, ' a. ToMMiE Murray P u Canton, N. C. Sarah Jane Ne vbern Astro Ahoskie, N. C. Fave Nichols P u Wilmington, N. C. Martha Norman P u Cherry Lane, N. C. 63 Juniors Helen Norwood Aslro Holly Springs, N. C. Jean Olive Aslro Southern Pines, N. C. Carol Parker Astro Winston-Salem, N. C. JuLL Parker Astro Norfolk, ' a. Barbara Pearson Pht Elizabeth Clity, N. C. Ellen Peeler Astro Belwood, N. C. Bettv Penny Astro Laurinburg, N. C. Jamie Perry Phi Pelham, N. C. Glynn Phillips Phi Gary, N. G. Sarah Katherine Phillips Phi Gastonia, N. G. 64 € ' Juniors Joanna Pittard Phi Oxford, N. C. Betty Proffitt Phi High Point, N. C. Nell Rankin Phi Raleigh, N. C. LURENE RaNSONE Phi Enfield, N. C. Jane Reid Astro Asheville, N. C. Rebecca Rice Phi Hillsboro, N. C. Janet Roberts Phi Gastonia, N. C. Patricia Roberts Astro Lenoir, N. C. Pryor Rodwell Astro Norlina, N. C. Betty Lou Rogers Phi Creedmoor, N. C. 65 Juniors Marilyn Rosser Astro Raleigh, N. C. Elaine Saunder Astro ReidsviUe, N. C. LoLiTA Saunders Astro Rcidsvillc. N. C. Graham Scott Phi Haw River, N. C. EuvA Sentelle P l! Etowah, N. C. Betty Jean Shuler Astro Orangeburg, S. C. Billie Smith Astro Pilot Mountain, i . C. Frances Smith P ii Gastonia, N. C. Marguerite Smith P u Fairmont, N. C. Martha Sue Smith Astro New Hill, N. C. 66 Juniors CIristal Stanley Asirn Ash, N. C. Beckv Stevens Astro Raleigh, N. C. Ferne Stopfer Astro Raleigh, N. C. Martha Stough Astro Raleigh, N. C. Jane Stroup Pin Cherryx-ille, N. C. Margaret S v•AN Astro Madison, N. C. Jean Taylor Astro Raleigh, N. C. Pegg Thornton Astro Florence, S. C. Barbara Todd Astro Raleigh, N. C. Marjorie Tolan Pin Belhaven, N. C. Juniors Bettie Tolson Phi Henderson, N. C. Velma Trott Phi Richlands, N. C. Mary Jane Utley Astro Greer, S. C. ROSALYN VaRN Astro Walterboro, S. C. Louise Wade Astro Dunn, N. C. Helen Walker Phi Sparta, N. C. Nancy Walker Phi Hendersonville, N. C. Donna Walston Phi Barberton, Ohio Margaret Washburn Astro High Point, N. C. Meta Mae Willl ' ms Phi Kinston, N. C. Juniors Evelyn Wilson Pin Raleigh, N. C. Marcella Winn Phi Martinville, Va. Marian Winston Astro Nelson, Va. Mary Wright Phi Greensboro, N. C. Betty Yates Phi Rockingham, N. C. Daphne Yelverton Phi Fountain. N. C. 69 Caught in the act — Why, Madam esident ! 70 Sophomore Class Jean Miller President Sally Massey I ' ice-President Janet Tatum Secretary Mary Evelyn Brown Treasurer Margaret Carey |i w Mii i i i; Sponsor Pusulcnl Onward, onward we march along our way as the class of ' 52. This was the Sopho- more Year. As counsellors we had our hand in Orientation Week; we danced to Where, O Where Is My Little Nellie, at the Corn Huskin ' Bee; we were very lady-like southern belles at Palio and walked off with first place in Stunt. Christmas caroling and after-midnight parties ushered in the holidays. Next came exams and then, miraculously, a clean slate. In the merry months of spring we sent our beauties to the May Court and watched the grass grow green — it was a sure sign of summer! June brought graduation to our big sisters and in final tribute we gladly carried tlicir clais -chain on class day. Jean, Sally, Janet sjul year. f fp L i ■ . -Til .li  — Sophomores Adcock, Lynette, Oxford, N. C:. Atkins, Doric Ann, Raleigh, N. C. Bales, Patsy Ruth, Asheville, N. C. Ballentine, Carolyn Alston, Fayetteville, N. C. Barker, Shirley Sealey, Portsmouth, Va. Boiling, Betsy Ruth, High Point, N. C. Bone, Barbara Cecile, Nashville, N. C. Boone, Emily Parker, Jackson, N. C. Bostic, Nellie Marie, Cliffside, N. C. Britt, Molly Jeanctte, Fairmont, N. C. Brown, Mary Evelyn, Wallace, N. C. Broun, .Allene, Asheboro, N. C. Buckner, Virginia Dean, Asheville, N. C. Bunn, Polly Sue, Emporia, Va. C:annady, Anne Carter, Oxford, N. C. Carlton, Frances, Kinston, N. C. Carr, Fannie, Rocky Mount, N. C. Castelloe, Emily Burden, Aulander, N. C. Cihampion, Doris Anne, Shelby, N. C. Cheek, Nancy Ann, Chapel Hill, N. C. Chriscoe, Kathleen, Ashboro, N. C. Clark, Sally Sue, Mount Holly, N. C. Cowan, Jessie Van, Windsor, N. C. Cox, Barbara Jean, Galax, ' a. Creech, Kathryn Anne, Four Oaks, N. C Creef, Jacqueline Marie, Norfolk, ' a. Da enport, Roberta, Alexandria, Va. Day, Bernice, Murfreesboro, N. C. 72 Sophomores Deal, Jane, Gastonia, N. C. Dixon, Rachel, C ' ameron, N. C. Edwards, Marie Louise, Portsmouth, Va. Farrior, Asha, Wallace, N. C. Fisher, Dorothy, Charlotte, N. C. Fitzgerald, Frances Sue, Gretna, Va. Frye, Mary Faith, Orlando, Fla. Gardner, Janette, Durham, N. C. Haight, Dorothy Irene, Washington, D. C. Hart, Dorothy Grey, Salemhurg, N. C. Milliard, Geneva Nevelle, Greensboro, • N. C. Holland, Martha Jean, Caroleen, N. C. Hollis, Anne, Laurinburg, N. C. Holt, ' elma Elizabeth, Princeton, N. C. Horn, Louise, Shelby, N. C. Jackson, Julia Josephine, Goldsboro, N. C. Johnson, Frances, Ayden, N. C. Johnson, Jean Causey, Four Oaks, N. C. Joyner, Jeanette Whitfield, Asheville, N. C. King, Francene, Norfolk, Va. King, Leatrice Elizabeth, Richlands, N. C. Kinlaw, Cariene, Lumberton, N. C. Leatherwood, Helen Ann, Bryson City, N. C. Leinbach, Margaret, New Bern, N. C. Liddy, Lucy Ann, Washington, D. C. Luther, Jane Carter, Raleigh, N. C. Mason, Jean, Newport, N. C. Massey, Sally, Raleigh, N. C. pi -fip 73 § s c? E Sophomores Miller, Dott, Ahoskie, N. C. Miller, Jean Annette, Burlington, N. C. Morton, Jane, New Bern, N. C. Morton, Zeta Elizabeth, Jacksonville, N. C. Murray. Norma Lee, Burgaw, N. C. Murphy, Jane Webb, Asheville, N. C. Neighbors, Joan, Benson, N. C. Palmer, Mary Ann, Jackson ille, Fla. Parker, Honore Mayme, Raleigh, N. C. Perry, Dorothy Ann, Norfolk, ' a. Phillips, Evelyn, Jacksonville, N. C. Poole, Peggy Jeanne, Clayton, N. C. Poole, Rosalyn Lucille, Dunn, N. C. Presson, Julia, Charlotte, N. C. Priichett. Lois Odell, Fredricksburg, ' a. Ray, Irma, Raeford, N. C:. Roberson, Lane, Washington, N. C. Robinson, Martha Suzanne, Fayetteville, N. C. Rodwell, Lydia Virginia, Charlotte, N. C. Royal, Matel, Roseboro, N. C. Schettler, Barbara Carol. Morristown, Tenn. Simmons, Ruth Ann, Martinsville, ' a. Simpson, Mildred Wallace, Beaufort, N. C. Slate, Betty Jane, Burlington, N. C. Smith. Alice Rebecca, Gastonia, N. C. Smith, Betty Jo, High Point, N. C. Spiers, Patsy, Tarboro, N. C. Stallings, Barbara Elaine, Louisburg, N. C. Sophomores Staton, Jerry, Scotland Neck, N. C:. Swindell, Dawn Ann, Washington, N. C: Tatum, Janet, Cooleemee, N. C. Taylor, Elizabeth, Chochwinity, N. CI. Thomas, Dorothy Elizabeth, Leaks ille, N, C. Wallace, Evelyn Madelon, Rockingham, N. C. Ward, Mary Cecile, Bladenboro, N. C. Westbrook, Mary Ann, Dunn, N. C. White, Mary Faye, White -ille, N. C. Whitfield, Angerlane, Rocky Mount, N. C. Williams, Elsie, Fredericksburg, Va. .Not Pictured: Ballenger, Barbara Ann; Britt, Lucille; Clrawlbrd, Betty Roberts; Holland, Mar- garet McClure; Nance, Ernestine; Oliver, Delores Louise; Rice, Julia Rebecca; Shaw, Mary Jo; Waldrop, Mrginia Penn. 75 ( oke machines and Bendi W ' ha ' Hoppen 76 Freshman Class Pat Smathers President Nancy House Vice-President Dot Brown Secretary Pat Dula Treasurer Doris Peterson Sponsor Pat Smathers President At last it ' s o -er — the entrance exams, the confusing; days of Orientation Week, the looking forward to week-ends and home, the disappointment of no mail, the first nerve -wracking examinations, and the mad rush for chaperones on Saturdays and Sundays. From the first days here at Meredith, we have shared with one another class spirit, laughter, and last but not least, classwork. The prizes we won at the Corn Huskin ' Bee, the winning of third place in Palio with our cokes and washing machines, and our breakfast for our big sisters have brought us together as one — the class of ' 53. We reflect with pride upon the part of our life at Meredith which is completed and we cast eager glances to the future which we hope to share as sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Nancy, Pat Smathe. Freshmen f V r- p Adams. Nancy Elizabeth. Henderson, N. C. Allred, Betty Jean, South Boston, ' a. Andrews, Frances Marie, Graham, N. C. Andrews, Patsy Ruth, Raleigh, N. C. Archer, Mary Alice, Franklin, N. C. Autry, ' erla Grace, Stedman, N. C. Bartsch, Barbara Rae, High Point, N. C. Baucom, Ann Elizabeth, Wilmington, N. C. Bcddinsrfield. Gene Dale, Norfolk, a Benner, Glyndora, Carthage, N. C. Blalock. Olive Grace, Kinston, N. C. Bland. Millie LiAnne, idalia, Ga. Bonnixille, Susan Patricia. Norfolk. ' a. Bowden. Penina Sla en, Kinston, N. C. Boyd, Betty Kem, Keysville, ' a. Brabble, Lucy Eleanor, Oriental, N. C. Bradlev, Edith Josephine, Scotland Neck, N. C. Brady, Erma Carolyn, Raleigh, N. C. Brigman, Dorothy Evelyn, Rowland, N. C. Brinson. Hilda Gray, Magnolia, N. C. Britt. Julia Catherine, Clinton, N. C. Brown. Dorothy Dora, Clinton, N. C Brown. Ethel Joyce, Elizabeth City, N. C. Brown. Martha O ' Neil. Shelby, N. C. Brownlow, Villie Bell, Winston-Salem, N. C. Bruton, Ann, Mount Gilead, N. C. Burning. Adele Anne, Charlotte, N. C. Biungarner, Mary Elizabeth, Goldsboro, N. C. Camp, Peggy Ann, Waynesville, N. C. Cannady, Melrose, Bunnlevel, N. C. Cannady, Elizabeth Anne, Richlands, N. C. Carter, Jeanne Bailey, Kinston, N. C. 78 Freshmen Casey, Mary Ann, North Wilkcsboro, N. C. %- 1P - JB T fl Cash, EHzabeth Ann, Louisburg, N. C. Castevens, Helen Beth, Shelley, N. C. Catc, Martha Jane, Chapel Hill, N. C. Caudle. Sarah Louise, Aberdeen, N. C. Caveness, Nancy Ann, Raleigh, N. C. Cliatt, Shirley Elizabeth, Myrtle Beach, S. C:. Clolc, Mary Joe, WhiteviUe, N. C:. Clole, Ruth Jeannette, Fayettevillc, N. C Covington, Joyce Kathryn, Rockingham, N. C. Coxe, Sarah, VVagram, N. C ' . Craven, Ruth McKenzie, Charlotte, N. C. C urrin, Mary Rose, Oxford, N. C . Davidson, Jeanette Barbara, High Point, N. C. Dawson, Beverly Janne, Charlotte, N. C. Dickinson, Helen Frances, Ulah, N. C. Dula, Jean Bradley, Kipling, N. C. Dula, Pat Dean, Durham, N. C. Eacho, Barljara Ann, Raleigh, N. C, Earp, Betty Lou, Raleigh, N. C. Edge, Mary Rebecca, Aberdeen, N. Estes, Mary Berry, Chase City, Va. Finklea, Betty Jean, Pamplico, S. C. Fisher, C:atherine, Elizabethtown, N. Fisher, Johnny Mae, Concord, N. C. Fisher, Mary Ida, Concord, N. C. Foote, Virginia May, Asheville, N. C. Francis, Bessie Sue, Waynesville, N. C. Fretz, Eloise Lillian, Raleigh, N. C. Garnett, Lillian Inez, Lake Worth, Fla. Godwin, Mary Ann, Ahoskie, N. C. Hall, Barbara Ruth, Norfolk, ' a. 4-i f o f ' 79 Freshmen 1 99 Hamrick, Elizabeth Ann. Shelby, N. C. Harder, Lois Maybelle, Fredericksberg, ' , Hart, Allen Wilkinson, Waynesville, N. C. He nson, Helen Carthage, Carthage, N. C. Heonis, Mary Alice, Raleigh, N. C. Highsmith, Betty Ann, Jacksonville, N. C. Horton, Mary Ann, Fountain, N. C. House, Nancy Elizabeth, Asheboro, N. C. Howard, Holly L., Fayetteville, N. C. Hudson, Betsy Ann, Clinton, N. C. Hunt, Rose Marilyn, Forest City, N. C. Ipoch, Juanita Florence, Erned, N. C. James, Mrs;inia Catherine, ' avnes ille, X. C. Joyner, Kathryn Estelle, Louisburg, N. C. King, Evelyn Cole, Seagrove, N. C. Kistler, Nancy Lee, Charlotte, N. C. Lamb, Frances Jeanette, Garland, N. C. Lancaster, Frances Ann, Rocky Mount, N. C. Langley, Joan Gordon, Lynchburg, Va. Langston, Frances Jane, Four Oaks, N. C. Langston, Margaret Rose, Winterville, N. C. LaRue, Jo Anne, Raleigh, N. C. Leonard, Betsy Jean, Louisburg, N. C. Leonard, Jean Ellen, Louisburg, N. C. Leopard, Jeannette Alice, Waynesville, N. C. Maddrey, Emma Jean, Seaboard, N. C. Massengill, Peggy Ann, Benson, N. C. Mehin, Sally McKay, Fayetteville, N. C. Midgette, Beulah Anne, Kinston, N. C. Mizelle, Billie Louise, Charlotte, N. C. Mizelle, Janice Irene, Windsor, N. C. Moore, Patricia Anne, Turkey, N. C. 80 Freshmen Moore, Mary Constance, Myrilc Beach, S. C. Moore, Judy Pamela, Charlotte, N. C. McGugan, Louise Annete, Cordele, Ga. McLamh, Doris Jean, Benson, N. C Nottingham. Phyllis, Exmore, ' a. O ' Quinn, Anne Howe, Lillington, N. C. Page, ' ernell, Fairmont, N. C. Parker, Jewel Florence, Goldsboro, N. C. Parker, Lucy ' irginia, Lasker, N. C. Partin, X ' irginia Ann, Chadbourn, N. C. Pendergraft, Patricia Ann, Waynesboro, ' Perry, Doris Marie, Elizabeth City, N. C. Rhodes, Myra Joyce, Rocky Point, N Rogers, Mary Jane, Nichols, N. C. Rooks, Eunice Marie, Watha, N. C. Royer, May Ellyn, Bishopville, S. C. Sanderson, Betty Jane, Calypso, N. C. Savage, M ary June, Council, N. C. Seagrove, Ann Soughty, Clinton, N. C. Shields, Betty Lou, Scotland Neck, N. C. Smathers, Pat Karyne, Canton. N. C. Smith, Irma Louise, Fremont. N. C. Smith. Sarah Lee. Vhitakers. N. C. Smith, Sara Lynn, AsheviUe, N. C. Snell, Gwen, Charlotte, N. C. Sparrow, Verona Gray, Deep Run. N. C. Stainback, Doris Ann, Henderson, N. C. Stallings, Elma Janet, Fayettexille, N. C. Stallings, Beulah ' enetea, Jamesville, N. C. Stanfield, Mary Katheryn. Nashville, N. C. Stell. Dorothy Wiggins, Wake Forest, N. C. Stephenson, Daphine, Raleigh, N. C. if n Freshmen Stevens, Eloira Carolyn, Raleigh, N. C:. Stone, Marjorie Ann, Morehead City, N. C. Stott, Martha Ellen, WhiteviUe, N. C. Stough, Shirley, Raleigh, N. C. Tate, Mary Louise, Salisbury, N. C. Tatum, Nancy Ann, Chinagrove, N. C. Taylor, Charlotte, Raleigh, N. C, Thomas, Camille , nne, W ' ilmington, N. C. Thomas, Norma Kathleen, Bryson City, N. C. Thomas, Sarah Elizabeth, Roxboro, N. C. Turner, Camille Anne, Raleigh, N. C. L ' pchurch. Patsy Ruth, Mooresville, N. C ' aughn, Patricia, Tarboro, N. C. Waller, Lois Estelle, Mount Olive, N. C. j V L Webb, Lois Irvin, Morehead City, N. C. l .Y rati ij.i. mmi K Welch, Betty Jo, Washington, D. C. f f Wells, Lucy Ellen, Rose Hill, N. C. West, Barbara Hill, Hendersonville, N. C. Westmoreland, Ellen, Thomasville, N. C. Wicker, Rebecca, Sanford, N. C. Wiggins, Charlotte Isabel, Dudley, N. C. Williams, Doril Elaine, Rocky Mount, N. C. Williams, Meta Mae, Kinston, N. C. Willoughby, Janice Elma, Ahoskie, N. C. Winslovv, Harriet Ann, Scotland Neck, N. C. Whitehurst, Annabella, Elizabeth City, N. C Wrenn, Margie Jean, Siler City, N. C.. Won, Blanche Oi How, Honululu, TH Wood, Celia Jean, Troy, N. C. Woodward, Jo Ann, Shelby, N. C. site auftd in tu Ke aJUe Iafipxi tuftltiel a e ed in au Actiiutie ' i Student Government Association Student Government at Meredith is more than jtist student government. By the experience of self-governing in all phases of college life the members of the Association are encouraged to attach to everyday living a high sense of responsibility which will transcend dormitory and class regulations and provide better citizens for the world. The .Student Government Council, which is composed of twenty- six members, elected by popular vote and representing all non-resident as well as resident students, works with a Faculty Advisory Committee and the Faculty Committee on Student Government. The main task and ideal of the .Student Council is not merely that of governing, but it strives to maintain a well-rounded college life and to up- hold the Christian standards of Meredith. Sltideril Corenirnent Cnunfil Freshman and Transfer Counsellors What shall I do now that I ' m here? Many a fresh- man or transfer wonders how to go about starting a new life in a new environment. The duty of the counsellor is to aid her group of new students throughout the year in facing problems and developing wholesome attitudes to- ward college life. Then comes the problem of meeting new, interesting people — boys, for intancc. The counsel- lors hold open house in the hut on Sunday afternoons. Between church and B. T. U. the new girl rushes down to the hut and finds a State College boy just waiting for her. Meetings of each group are held every month. Dis- cussions on manners, traditions, the honor code, and numerous other topics are held. The counsellors are all eager to know their girls and to help them in every possible way. A WiNNlF. I ' lr liKR Chiej Counsellu. Freshman and Transfer Counsellors Day Student Officers ROXIE ' all AS President Betsv Goldston 1st Vice-President 4A BALLENGER ' ice-President Myra Ruth Stone jrd Vice-President A lovely year, don ' t you think? We Day Students do. Ve got what is commonly known as a large charge from the little things — Monday morning conferences on what happened on the previous weekend; endless bridge games; the inevitable sacksuhsaniches at lunch; the occasional splurge trip to Roy ' s if we could persuade the bus driver to take us to the gate free; being proud that four of us won first prizes in the student art exhibit — nothing really world-shaking, but just the same we get a sort of glow when we think about the past year. This year we can glow even more than usual, because the century wasn ' t the only thing that turned — so did the Day Student rooms. Somebody (probably Santa Clause) saw to it that over the Christmas holidays the rooms got a new coat of paint, a new couch, more chairs, and glory be, four new lamps. Come up to see the transformation yourself anv time; we ' ll be glad to see you. Day Student Officer i Nominating Committee Winnie May Fitzgerald Chief Counsellor Emily Pool S. G. A. President Betsy Ann Morgan B. S. U. President Doris Concha A. A. President Marguerite Leatherman Phi President Charlotte Bo nman Astro President Gazelle Moore Little Theatre President Josephine Snow Oak Leaves Editor Sally Lou Taylor Twis, Editor Bett - Moore -Uorn Editor Alice Gordon Tuttle Senior Class President Betty Jane Hedgepeth. . .Junior Class President Jean Miller Sophomore Class President Pat Smathers Freshman Class President Roxanne Vallas Non-resident Student President Hazel Williamson College Marshal The system of elections at Meredith is directed by the Nominatina; Committee, a group represent- ing presidents of the major organizations and classes, editors-in-chief of the publications, the college marshal, and Dean of Woinen, and three faculty members chosen by the committee. Nominations for campus offices, with the exception of class offices, are submitted to this group for final selection, and all officials for holding elections are appointed by the committee, of which the Chief Cbunsellor is the chairman. ■ The Nominating Committee endeasors to aid in the conducting of fair and democratic campaigns through the use of stunts, bulletin boards, and posters. .At all times the qualifications of the candidates are considered of utmost importance. Ib :« W. H ' Hu-1- w BS -d ' ' iv lkTfl 9 V W- A Bb jgijum Ji 89 Baptist Student Union ' It ' s swinginsT a pick- purpose that makes a % w Realizing the significance of purpose in one ' s Hfe and . _ plans, the Baptist Student Union has chosen for its theme r this year: Let this mind lie in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: . . . who made hiinself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant and was made in the likeness of men : Philippians 2:5-7. This theme expresses our purpose. We ha e tried to keep it ever before us in the activities and various phases of the B. S. U. program for the year: vespers, family altar, C ampus B. S. U. meetings, mission activities, workshops, j parties, retreats, and conventions. This purpose is the spirit that breathes through the B. S. U. and makes its activities vital and worthwhile; it is the spirit of Christ, who lived to show us God and his purpose for us. Vhen our hearts are set in this one direction and we see the campus-wide — world-wide — scope of the spirit which motivates the work of the B. S. U., we must become a part of it and give our time, our money, and our- sehes. May we as Christians always proclaim: We are all one body, Thus with hearts united, Tho ' from east and west; Sin we shall subdue We would serve the Master; With His love unfailing, Put us to the test. Spirit of B. S. U. Betsy .Ann Morga President B.S.U. Staff Betsy Ann Morgan President Elaine Saunders Sunday School Director rw Carolyn Massey 1st Vice-President Evelyn Wilson Training Union Director Ljj Faye Nichols 2nd Vice-President Beverly Batchelor Publicity Editor Bi|L Emma Lee Hough ■jrd Vice-President Nancy Duckworth Publicity Artist W ' - Jerry Staton Secretary Barbara Bone Music Chairman H Rosalind Knot Treasurer Doris Barnette Arrangements Chairman H gHI Jean Daughtridge r.W.A. President Pollyanna Gibbs Program Chairman Miss Billy Ruth Currin Adviser Rev. F. O. Mixon Pastor Adviser Astrotekton Charlotte Bowman President Carry your bags? Did you remember to bring your toothbrush? You say you live on third Stringfield? Oh, but I love to climb stairs. The Astro Red Cap Service ushered in another class of freshmen as well as another year of fellowship under the yellow and white banner of the Astro Society. Rush Week began with a kick-off, with Miss Cunning- ham doing the honors. Throughout the week surprises kept springing up — the big pep rally on Johnson Hall steps, with Carolina, Duke, Vake Forest, and State participating; the prophecy of gods and goddesses to the new students; the freak show in the court bringing gales of laughter; the fearful sign in the skies turning out to be a mighty airship dropping tokens of love and words of wisdom; the chorus girls livening up the dining hall at dinner time; the atmosphere produced at the Le Cafe Boheme party; the picnic at Allen ' s Pond. All of these activities came to a climax on Decision Day when it was announced that the Astros were victorious!!!! Throughout the year monthly programs have been presented with the idea of getting more and more student participation in the activities of the society. In all that is done, the Astro Society continues in the attempt to grasp the meaning found in the motto, He builds too low who builds beneath the stars. Charl OTTE Bowman President Jean Taylor Treasurer Marv Bland Josey ' ice-Pfesident Jane Luther Sergeant-at-Arms Frances Anne Estridge Secretary Phyllis Cunningham Adviser 92 Philaretian Be a Phi! Be a Phi! Put Phi colors in your heart. She ' s the sweetheart of all the Phis. The words of these songs are indicative of the Philaretia spirit and ac- tivities, particularly during Rush Week. They echoed back and forth across the court as the loyal lovers of Phido rushed on their way to the hut for the bonfire, invited brother Phis from Wake Forest to sing and perform magic in the dining hall, gave out favors at night, or formed the Phi heart in the court. The climax of rushing, char- acterized by fun, stirring incidents, and work, was the candlelight service around the fountain. Later, there was a lull while members climljed step-ladders to drape lavender and white crepe paper in the dining hall, gathered Phi bears for the tables, and dug up lavender sweaters to lend to the new students. After Decision Day, there were even more Phis to share in the programs at the regular meetings, in the presen- tation of a Christmas play, in the fim at the Christmas party, and in the work of giving the play on Society Night. These members maintained a spirit of friendship and love, having deeply implanted in their hearts the Phi motto, Plain living and high thinking. And always, they rejoice in singing the song that they love best: Lead on, O Philaretia fair, Lead upward day ijy day. MARGUERITE Le THERM N Marguerite Le ' ATherm Anne McRacken Sylvia Currin SnteU Barbara Bone Treasurer Barbara Cox Sergeanl-al-Arrm Lucy Ann Neblett Adviser 93 Phi Marshals Elizabeth Holdford Chief Marshal Bett ' i- Vates . . La ' erne Harris Senior Marshal Asha Farrior . . . .Junior Marshal . Sophomore Marshal fh f ' f Astro Marshals Virginia Bowman Chief Marshal .J ' - ' ne Short Junior Marshal Dorothy Childress Senior Marsha! Peggy Poole Sophomore Marshal The Oak Leaves student h that it vi: Scraps of paper with typewriting on them; a jumble of pictures of various persons and groups or of campus scenes — these are the raw materials that the staff put together to make a finished product — the 1950 edition of the Oak Leaves. There were times when the staff seemed to have nothing; to do: then, suddenly, there would seem to l)c more work than the staff could ever accomplish. Finally, the material had all been checked, okayed, and neatly typed. Then, it was out of our hands and in the hands of the engraver and of the printer. It came back in the form of pages which had to ije proofread. Aher the proofreading, the staff knew that soon the finished Oak Leaves would be ready for distribution. At last the day, for which we had worked and waited so long, finally came: and the Oak Leaves, with all its perfections and imperfections, was delivered to the idy. Vc. the staff of the 1950 Oak Leaves, are justly proud of this book, and we hope 1 long remind you of happy days at Meredith. Josephine S. (_) s-, Edilui Betty Ann Hall, Business Maiiaoer Editorial Staff S f .Mi... SSSSBIj 96 EDITORIAL STAFF Josephine Snow Editor Ellen Goldston Associate Editor Elizabeth Machen Photographic Editor Rosalind Poole Photographic Editor Bertha Wilson Senior Class Editor Pegg ' Benbow Junior Class Editor Marie Edwards Sophomore Class Editor Sall ' Smith Freshman Class Editor Donna W ' Alston Art Editor Jeanette Atkins Typist BUSINESS STAFF Bett - Ann Hall Business Manage Elizabeth Holdford Senior Assistan. M -ra Stone Senior Assistan, Frances Altman Junior Assistan. Bets - Ausbon Junior Assistan, Becky Smith Sophomore Assistan, Rosalind Poole Sophomore Assistam Business Staff 97 The Twig There will Ije an important meeting of The Twig Staff in the Publication Room Monday night at seven. ' The announcement was as simple as that, Init o-o-oh what followed? Some people are under the impression that what takes place in an atom is miraculous, but they should just b e on hand to see what happens in that little dimly lit room on first Jones. The series of events that takes place there every other week would put any atom and its nuclear fission to shame. Don ' t misunderstand! This isn ' t a complaint. The job is done now, and all of us can sit down and look back over the whole year ' s work and smile at all the things that we wept over. Ve can laugh at the trips to the printer ' s in the rain and at the fact that our news was sometimes a day old because the papers didn ' t arri e on the day of the dateline. Tears flowed like . pril showers then, but ah. memories. The life of a newspaper worker has never been easy, and when the worker happens to be doing all her work extracurricularly, the burden is almost too much to carry. However, the staff of T ie Twig this year has done vhat at times seemed impossil)le, and they have done it in such a way as to carry forward The Ticig ' s tradition of only the Ijcst. S.- LLV Lou T.AYLOR, Editor J. iNE McDaniel, Business Manager Editorial Staff 98 EDITORIAL STAFF Sallv Lou Taylor EHilar Nanca ' Vai.ker M(iri(is ' g Edtlur Barbara Schettler Feutiire Editor Nancy Hefner Art Eilitar Frances Altman Alumnae Editor Joanne Mason Music Editor Lois Harder Sports Editor Shirley Bone Photo Editor Betty Lou Rogers Fashion Editor Carolyn Covington Columnist Sue Page Exchange Editor Reporters — Micky Bowen, LeGrace Gupton, Mary Jane Utley, Marie Edwards, Sarah Jane Newbern, Patsy Spiers, Dot Haight, Rosalind Knott, Relsecca Knott, Anne Creech. Typists — Anne Fouche, Carolyn Crook, Joyce Bailey. BUSINESS STAFF Jane McDaniel Business Manager Annette Miller Advertising Manager Sue Smith Circulation Manager Members of Business .SVa — Martha Hare, Jane Luther, Dwan Swindell. Business Staff 99 Bett - Moore, Editor lARA Todd, Business Manager The Acorn Whether it was fall, intcr, or spring outside, the Acurn has duly recorded student opinions and thoughts, both on the seasons of the year and on other subjects which came to their minds. Literary inagazine is the term given to this publication, but often the editor had to push a little to encourage Meredith students to make the description fit — or maybe the contributors were just shy about seeing their work in black-and-white for all the world to gaze upon. Whatever the method of getting the poems, essays, short stories, and sundry creations into print, the end accomplished, that of publishing each bi-monthly issue of the Acorn, seems to have well-justified the means. The task of going around the vicious circle of assignments, typing, make-up, ads, and proofing was not always easy, but everyone from the editor and business manager on down seems to have lived through the grind — despite dire predictions to the contrary when the going was rough. Looking back o er the year ' s issues, the Acorn staff hopes that it has produced a work which has with a moderate degree of success reflected student opinion and given enjoyment to .-Icon; readers; and if it has occasionally stirred up serious thought, none of the hard work that went into these issues will be regretted. Editorial Staff 100 EDITORIAL STAFF Betty Moore Editor Bertha Vilson AssistanI Editor Frances Williams hi Editor Sally Clarke Assistant Art Editor LaV ' erne Harris, Joyce Bailey, Nancy Walker, Nancy Cheek, Cecile Ward CAass Editors B.A BUSINESS STAFF Todd Business Manager Patsy Emory, Helen Walker Assistant Business Managers Sall ' Massey Circulation Manager Daphne Bordeaux, Peggy Thornton . . Typists Business Staff .ft Little Theatre The show must and does go on, as actors and crew, technicians and public relations committees find their niche and give the public a production, finished to detail. We ' ve disco ered that there are endless possibilities in all of us and that our fellow-students can be depended upon in any eventuality. This year, the major productions were the all- time classic, Our Town by Thornton Wilder, in the fall, and, in the spring, a medieval morality play Everyman, which we proudly presented in an exterior Gazelle Moore President A ' nv .® - Besides our regular meetings, we held workshops in the various fields of theatre art for those incurably inoculated with grease-paint, and formed a speech choir which entertained in chapel and at other meet- ings. The Little Theatre also sponsored the three one-act plays presented by the two societies and the Freshman Class. Little Theatre membership is open to all students who earn twenty- five points by participation in the activities of the organization. 102 Education Club Students today — teachers tomorrow. The Education CUub, one of the largest on the Meredith campus, helps to bridge the gap between life as a student and experience as a teacher. In the fall the Education Club was reorganized by its officers and sponsors. To make the club meaningful and helpful to its memi)ers. we ha e included programs on ' isual aid in education, lectures on mental health in schools, and reports on such subjects as the White House C onference. Of course, there was our annual C hristmas party for the children of Methodist Orphanage; this year the club enter- tained twenty-six boys and girls by presenting a program of nunsery rhymes, group singing, story telling, and refreshments. Always in our year of work we have tried to supply for each other the hints and aids that will make Meredith ' s students better teachers tomorrow. 103 Meredith Student League of Women Voters Because Meredith students are anions die future oters. law-makers, and office-holders of the United States, the Student League of Women ' oters was organized on the campus in 1930 to en- courage its members to become more intelligent in affairs of local and national interest. Each year, Meredith participates in the Student Legislature held at the Clapitol. Our Student League of Women ' oters has its big day at this time, for it is the duty of the organization to draft a bill to be presented for passage by the Legislature. This year, the Student League drafted a bill to put jailers on a permanent salary iiasis. This and the other activities of the Student League offer practical experience in the realm of poli- tics for students who are the voters of the future. h 104 International Relations Club 11 What was the top news story this month? What happened in the United States? In the world? The members of the International Relations C:lub are ery much interested in these questions as they belie e that an understanding of yesterday and today will prepare them for the e ents of to- morrow. They belie%-e that understanding and friendship with all peoples will break tensions and wear down the barriers which cause so many problems. To gain this understanding, the International Relations Club has. at its monthly meetings, s peakers who have some knowledge of a current situation. They welcome as friends members of all nations and races. The International Relations Club seeks to promote the unity of mankind, and they have made a good beginning on the Meredith campus. 105 4 Canaday Math Club A trip to the State College Statistics Laboratory, or to the Duke University Mathematics Labora- tory; a discussion on how geometry can be made interesting and fun to students — these are some of the activities of the Canaday Mathematics Club when they get together for their monthly meetings. The math majors have also found that there is fun in mathematics. After the business of the club is finished, they rack their brains to figure out mathematical riddles or to pro e that two plus two does not equal fi e, e en though Dr. Canaday has a proof that it does. Members say that it is worth being a math major to be able to join the Canaday Mathematics Club. Barber Science Club Atom bombs?? Electrons . . . Protons . . . Neutrons??? Well, maybe! Honestly, thoue;h, we don ' t make atom bomijs, nor do we break down the Uranium atom, nor do we attempt to build atomic piles, but we do discuss these and many other topics in the hope of broadenine; our knowl- eds;e of the advancing scientific world around us. What do you know about viruses and germs and the like? Early in the year several student mem- bers reported on the latest developments in these fields. Did you know that the soil gives us some of the most potent medicines that we use today? Or did you know that experimenters are now raising animals in a germless world? Then one program was dedicated to learning about water systems, their supply and purification. In December the club sponsored a trip to the Morehead Planetarium at Chapel Hill to hear Dr. Marshall ' s Star of Bethlehem. Several outside speakers addressed the club during the spring semester. We also secured a very interesting film concerning the petroleum industry. Did someone mention Beaufort? Yes, Beaufort, North Carolina, brings back memories. For two consecutive years the club, composed of all science majors and those taking elective courses in science, planned a wonderful week-end trip to the marine laboratories in Beaufort. The future of this club is like the future of -full of untold potentialities. 107 Freeman Religion Club Although the Freeman Religion CUub is limited to Meredith students, the chih is keenly aware that it is an inseparable part of a world-wide Christian yotith interest. The members seek to become growingly conscious of this fellowship through programs that give a better understanding of religion in many ages and areas. Representative programs for this year included: an outdoor supper meeting at Dr. McLain ' s with Arnold Nash, an English .scholar, leading a discussion on The Growth and Significance of Student (Christian Work around the World : a film on the 1949 Christian Youth Meeting in Europe; a vivid presentation of the life and work of All)ert Schweitzer by Dr. McNeill Poteat; and a joint meeting with the International Relations Club with Dr. and Mrs. Sherwood Eddy leading a discussion on related political and C:hristian problems. Colton English Club ■mm The purpose of the Ctohon Enghsh CUuh is to arouse and maintain interest in phases of hterature and composition not provided for in the ciu ' riculum. In developing our theme for 1949-1950, ' ' Litera- ture and the Other Arts, we have been ably assisted by members of the faculty: Miss Peterson ga ve a talk on American Folk Ballads; Miss Rosenberger, on Literature and the Opera; Miss Murphy directed the speech choir in a charming recital; and Dr. Preston delighted us with an informal talk at our annual dinner meeting. In December a few sophomores, chosen for special interest or achievement in the field of English, were elected to membership in the club. In the second semester plans for the maintenance of the Julia Hamlet Harris Browsing Room, which is sponsored by the CUub, were discussed and adopted. 109 Tomorrow ' s Business Women Getting and keeping a job requires more than a knowledge of how to operate machines efficiently and how to obey orders. One must know how to dress for the job and how to act — at all times! This is the reason Myra Stone, the program chairman, chose Appearance and Etiquette on the Job as the theme of our programs for the year. To carry out this theme we had fashion skits, eti- quette programs, a film about secretaries, and isits from graduates. Among her other duties as ice president, C:arolyn Crook attended to the providing of refreshments at our meetings, while Peggy Thornton reminded us about oiu ' dues, and -Ann Foiiche reported our activities to the paper. Joyce Bailey kept the records of the meetings, o er which Imogene Narron presided. V( re looking forward to tomorrow. Bee Hive wm (341 i rrrrm  - r .yi ' V. MH E ' ■CiIb f ' ' ' m 1 - ■-«;.•■ 1 1 ' u fi 1 i 1 mM There ' s nothina; better than food when you ' re hungry, and there ' s no place on the Meredith cam- pus so handy as our Bee-Hi c. The purpose of the Bee-Hi e is to please and serve the students by supplying a aried choice in snacks, school supplies, and e cn beauty-aids such as lipstick, cologne and the like. Some of the additions to the stocklist for the year 49- 50 are scrapbooks, sweat- ers, and get well cards! Who knows? If it ' s the desire of the student body, we may be selling tele- vision sets this time next year! Alpha Rho Tau ■ ' ou don ' t e en have to own a paint-spattered smock or a black beret to be a member of the Alpha Rho Tau. Just a sincere interest in any phase of the art world is our only requirement for member- ship. One month ' s meeting is spent in figiue sketching; the next month might Ijring a fellow artist to share his ideas with us. Trips to the State Art Gallery and to other places of interest to the art world are sponsored. Not to be o crlooked are the stimulating discussions on topics varying from esthetic ideals to ' an Gogh ' s use of color. Everyone has a chance to share his views and see them in com- parison with those of other aspiring young gcniu.scs of the art world. The informality of the Alpha Rho Tau creates an atmosphere of congeniality felt by all who share its fellowship. 112 Granddaughters ' Club ' e take pride in being styled the junior alumnae of Meredith. Since Meredith is the Alma Mater of our mothers, we were born into this club and arc, therefore, the granddaughters of Meredith. During the year, the Granddaughters ' Cllub carries on several undertakings as the members strive to reach their objective — that of promoting a feeling of closeness between Meredith and the alumnae. This year these included the sponsorship of the Needlework Guild on the campus and special pro- jects such as the family tree. This Meredith family tree illustrates the kinship of the alumnae and the students as its branches are composed of those members of the same family who ha ' e attended Meredith. Other activities included after-dinner coffees and the spring Mother-Daughter Luncheon, all of which helped to promote the feeling of closeness between Meredith, her daughters, and her grand- daughters. Home Economics Club in our res ' Creation supplies us with just two kind s of things: necessities and extras. Necessities we get ?gular classes; extras we get in our Home Economics Clui). In our programs this year we found -iife ' s extras through guest speakers, exhibits, demonstrations, and films covering some of the cultural phases of homemaking. Of course, we could not forget one of life ' s most aluable extras— friends. By corresponding with girls in our adopted school in Germany we ha e found new friends. By attending slate and pro- vince workshops we meet both old and new. We hope our club is adding spice to our home eco- nomics program on the campus. -y- i- Sociology Club When Alexander Pope wrote, The proper study of mankind is man, he didn ' t know that some centuries later Meredith ' s Sociology C ' .lul) would be motivated by the same opinion. Believing that not all the study should Ije textbookish, the club has this year concentrated on the portion of mankind in our own state. Speakers have described North Carolina ' s varied governmental departments which serve its citizens. The club, too, has tried to .ser e mankind a bit by providing entertainment for county home residents. A Christmas dinner and a May picnic emphasize the social as well as the ology. Hoof-Print Club Vherc are all of the meniijers of the Hoof-Print CUub going? To their new club house, of course, to brew a pot of coffee before starting on a supper ride or an early morning ride. This new club house, with ciutains at the windows, pillows in the chairs, a rug painted on the floor, and — wc hope — knotty pine on the walls, is the scene of meetings at which plans for the gymkhana and the horse show, and changes in the constitution are discussed fiy Meredith ' s horse-loxers. That all of this talk leads to action is evidenced by the fact that the riders lead the Palio Parade up the drive on homecoming day. If you see some horses silhouetted against the sky, you can be sure it is the Hoof- Print Club, led by their sponsor, Mrs. Miriam Hitt, cantering off for a wonderful ride o er the trails and paths that take them through the woods and into the meadows. 116 la Choir The white-rolsed anoels, under the capable chrection of Dr. Clooper, this year ,a;ained inspiration as they performed in the new auditorium. The choir has a varied list of programs to tuck away in its memory hooli. They appeared on a program for the Baptist State Convention, and performed during Rehgious Focus Week and Commencement Week. Two of the highlights of this year ' s work were the Christmas Carol Festival held at the Memorial Auditorium in collaboration with different choirs in Raleigh, and the Christmas concert, of which a portion was later recorded by WPTF to be heard on Christmas morning. In the spring se eral concerts were presented over WPTF. Through Dr. Cooper ' s interpretation of music the choir ' s diminuendos and crescendos were able to excite and soothe, leaving the audience calm or trembling but fore ' er — remembering. Glee Club Meredith ' s Glee C!lulj is one of the most active organizations on the campus. In addition to oin- two rehearsals a week, we have given selections during Religious Emphasis Week and programs at various civic clubs in the city. Our tour in the spring of 1949 to Wilmington, New Bern, Kinston, and points east was such a success that the spring of 1 950 saw us again packed on the bus for an extended tour of the state. It was work — learning the German for the Brahms ' Liebeslieder Waltzes, working to make the altos balance the sopranos, inemorizing feverishly for our Glee Club exams — but when it was all over and when the tour and spring concert were behind us, all of us knew we had found the effort rewarding and the experience one to remember. McDowell Music Club The iiifiiilicrship ol (lie MarDowfll Music Cliih is iKJt liiiiilcd to music nuijuis InU is open Ui any Meredith student. Bettie Cbmpton, president, and Mr. Pratt, sponsor, make the music ckii) one of the most acti e on the campus. At its lueetings the members either discuss current events in the music world, which might include the review of a future concert and the listening to recordings, or display their own talents in vocal and instrumental performances. A future Madame Curie or Kirsten Flagstacl could find much to interest and to entertain her in the MacDowell Music Club. i Sigma Alpha Iota The youngest organization on the campus is the Beta Zeta Chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota, a national professional music fraternity for women. Members of the organization are music majors chosen by the local chapter upon faculty recommendation, for excellence in scholarship, musical ability, and vital interest in music. Under the sponsorship of Miss Rachel Rosenberger the chapter seeks to increase interest in musical activities by the participation of the members in public performances on and off campus and by the sponsoring of concerts of -isiting aitists. The music store on the campus is owned and run by the fraternity. Because Sigma Alpha Iota is a national organization, its members have the opportunity for wide social and professional contacts and for active interest in musical projects of broad scope. The patronesses of the Beta Zeta Chapter are Dr. Lillian Parker Wallace, Mrs. Harry E. Cooper, and Mrs. Clarlyle Clampbell. 120 Vocal Ensemble Sopranos Jean Olive Jean Miller Betty Jo Smith Barbara Bone Second Sopranos Nellie Bostic Addie Elliot Jackie Creef Jane Stroup Barbara Cox Joanne Mason, Accompanist Altos Cora Lee Sawyer Jane Slate Josephine Snow Mary Faye White Frances Johnson The vocal ensemble, Meredith ' s musical emissaries, have learned variety is the spice of life. They have sung secular or sacr d numljers in many different types of programs — our fiftieth anni ersary celebration, the Christmas banquet, folk dance concerts, the Baptist State Convention, banquets of civic clubs, church worship, chapel — in all, carrying the influence of Meredith to various points in the city and state. SU ijoe nt all (u i ya ou i ' pA.o yia4n ay . . ItUUticd. %-v;p!fat l Athletic Association Doris Concha President Respectfully submitted — an orthodox closing for those hectic preparations and informal sessions listed so precisely in a secretary ' s minutes. A hundred little mishaps — they were calamities then — now almost forgotten. Flashbacks of the smoky Crabtree week-end; a real back to the farmer movement at the Corn Huskin Bee; pride in a superlati e Palio; Stunt Night in the new auditorium; caroling with Christmas cheer and cold noses; the straightening-up during Posture Week; the charm of May Day; a Faculty-Student Playday full of fun and laughter. We remember the relief found in play; the evidences of good sportsmanship; applaud- ing the folk dancers, the creative rhythms group, the body mechanics group at Chapel Hill. Nor shall we forget those who labored without glory and stood behind it all — the They also served ' s who worked over mimeograph machines and typewriters, over the or- ganizing and the follow-ups. We tried new skills, learned new sports and, most important — had fun! It was hard work, fraught with frustration and occasional spurts of anger; yet in retrospect the year stands as a proud and successful e.Kample of group co-operation, another firm support for an important future. Athletic Association Board Doris Concha, Pit i- dnil; Hope Hodges, Vice-President; Sue Fitz- gerald, Secretary; Sally Massey, Treanirer; Jan- et Tatum, Hockey .Mgr.; Jean Johnson, Baskfl- Ixill Mgr.; Imogene Narron, Speedball Mgr.; Jean Taylor, Badmtn- lon Mgr.; Mary B. Josey, Tennis Mgr.; Marilyn Mills, Individ- ual Sports ,Mgr.; Cora Lee Taylor, Archery Mgr.; Martha Hare, Folk Dance Mgr.; Patsy Spiers, Er uilation Mgr.: Peggy Thornton, Swim- ming Mgr.; Donna Walston, Shirley Bone, PiMicty Chairmen; Bet- tie Yates, Health Chair- man; Virginia Bow- man, Social Chairman: Doris Peterson, Faculty Sponsor; Phyllis Cun- ningham, Faculty Ad- MEMBERS Anne Clanaday, Doris Concha, Sue Fitz- gerald, Hope Hodges, Sally Massey, Anne Drake Morgan, Faye Nichols, Betty Jean Shuler, Martha Lou Stephenson. Monogram Club The Meredith College Monogram CUub is an honorary organization composed of those girls who have earned i,ooo points through participation in the various activities sponsored by the Athletic Association. The purpose is not to encourage sporadic displays of athletic prowess, but rather to promote all- ' round interest in healthful recreation on the Meredith campus. The points necessary for entrance into the Monogram Club are earned by a genuine interest in play and a display of good sportsmanship. Any girl here, if she has the honest enthusiasm necessary, can earn her Monogram. FRESHMAN HOCKEY .STICK WINNER ean Dida proudly displays the coveted hockey stick. ATHLETIC TROPHY Peggy Patrick was the icinner of the ig.f8-.fg Athletic Trophy. ■ - — ==1= ' ' Field Hockey Varsity Speed Ball Varsity f k ' it wiwftip, •T i- s! Outstanding Basketball Players 1948-1949 Softball Varsity 1949 Tennis Bee Josey re urns a fast ball while Evelyn Harden looks nn. The Folk Badminton Carolyn Massey and Jean Taylor play a fast game of hadminlon. Dance Group Archery Betty Penny and Btllie Smith are aiming for a hulls Swimming Peggy Thornton and Jane Reid rest from life- guarding chores Bite wal fi vaud a Ute lui o l and tlte mma iel tkat make. i4 pL auA . . eaiu iei sfH- HAZEL WILLIAMSON GalU( Marital 1 , ■ t z . : . i. r gg Jgg i y4 4 Me edUU EMILY POOL 133 Mo t PofudGA MARGUERITE LEATHERMAN Uendlied WINNIE FITZGERALD BETTY MOORE M ut Ve iAxUiU BUNNY HARRIS MoAi O iflnal 137 CHARLOTTE BOWMAN Guted WitUut LOUISE YARBROUGH Mo lii iaoUoe. DOROTHY C:H[LDRESS VIRGINIA BOWMAN M yit Stifluk 141 r ' q; m ' j- ia ELLEN GOLDSTON Afad. OftteUectual 142 IMOGENE NARRON Mad AUiUUc r ? rM ' K( ) AWL Ml 3edi AU ' Hound law Student JOSEPHINE SNOW Maid of Honor ELIZABETH HOLDFORD May Queen Matf 2uee4 ai McUd a cManx fi — 1950 LA ' ERNE HARRIS DORIS CONCHA Senior Representatives DOROTHY FISHER POLLY SUE BUNN Sophomore Repre :entatives Qouni MACLYN MACKIE MARGUERITE SMITH Junior Representatives DAPHINE STEPHENSON WILLIE BROWNLOW Freshman Representatives Ma4f 2ueen and Maid a Jfo4ta f949 JEANNE DICKENS Mar Oueen EDITH COOPER Maid of Honor Palio and Stunt Snaps 1 I P ' Bi ' ' ' ' -;IH MM T y 1 148 Who ' s Who BETTY MOORE EMILY POOL BETSY ANN MORGAN JOSEPHINE SNOW Winnie May Fitzgerald President Marguerite Leatherman I ' ice-President Betty Moore Secretary- Treasurer MEMBERS Winnie May Fitzgerald Marjorie Joyner Associate Marguerite Leatherman Carolyn Massey Associate Betty Moore Betsy Ann Morgan Emily Pool Josephine Snow Silver Shield Moving on our campus is a spirit which desires for the students at Meredith the highest in creative Hving. This is the spirit that characterizes the Silver Shield, the honorary leadership society, as it seeks to create right attitudes and to promote devotion to the ideals of Meredith. Membership is limited to nine senior members, seven of whom are chosen in the spring of the junior year and two in the spring of the senior year. Two associate members are chosen every fall from the junior class. A genuine Christian concern for others as it relates itself to campus life, a dedication to the C hristian purpose which gives Meredith meaning, together with attainments in .scholarship are the criteria by which students are elected to membership in the Siher Shield. 150 El-LEN GOLDSTON Secrelary- Treasurer Josephine Snow President Kappa Nu Sigma Kappa Nu Sigma Honor Society takes its name from three Greek words — hallos. Nous, Sophia — meaning beauty, soundmindedness, and intelligence. These words characterize the kind of scholar- ship that Kappa Nu Sigma has tried to further on the Meredith campus. Those students who have achieved a high scholastic standing over a period of two years make up the membership of this so- ciety. An annual lecture and ijanquet honoring the two juniors who have met the qualifications of membership is sponsored by the society. This year our lecturer was Dr. Charles B. Shaw, Li- brarian at Swarthmore College. In the spring the society awards to the freshman having the highest scholastic standing a scholarship for the following year. Alpha Psi Omega The Alpha Psi Omega represents perhaps a whole picture of the total of enthusiastic work lor the Meredith dramatic productions. It is the honorary dramatics fraternity, which honors Little The- atre members who have earned fifty or more points. The members are those who have tried the heavy greasepaint, acted a few e.xtra lines, hammered a few extra nails, painted an extra flat or two; they finally have been recognized and thus they are the ones who, as Alpha Psi Omega members, continue to work along with the Little Theatre, showing that the interest in playmaking is a growing proposition at Meredith, Members: Mickey Bowen, Doris Concha, Betty Moore, Gazelle Moore, Dickie Phillips. S;ally Lc Taylor, Elizabeth Zulalian Sigma Pi Alpha Gutt-n Morgen! Buenos dias! Bonjour! These greetings are all common at the meetings of the Phi Kap]ja C hapter of Sigma Pi Alpha, national honorary modern language fraternity. This fra- ternity seeks to recognize those who are known for their scholarship and interest in modern languages, and also to develop greater interest among other students. The meetings of Sigma Pi Alpha provide information of various foreign countries through lectures and parties. Those who have acquired interest in foreign countries through travel or reading may be invited to become honorary members. 153 «ea?r History To chronicle a year at Meredith would produce, indeed, a strange eventful history. Of course it was just a year, one year. But in spite of the college calendar, our class schedule cards, and our own patterns of interests, we must agree with Mr. Ralph McGill who told us on Founders ' Day, We believe, we hope, we plan, but we do not know. Of this past year, the part we did not know then was probably to be the best of the year, perhaps for some, the worst. The history here is an outline. You may complete it. The year, as always, began with freshmen. We who knew, managed to mind our own business and maintain an oblique observation of the class of ' 54, all at the same time. The burden of being categorical they bore very well, on occasions even looking away. They also discovered that the necessity of standing in lines made stuff for talk equal to that on the split-personality of the weather. They learned a great deal. They sensed, I think, that, although upperclass interest in them was definitely friendly, it was becoming tinged — either yellow or purple. For while they dwelt in the bewilderment of tests for which they did not have to study, with classes that apparently were not concerned with grades, and with streams of parties for their entertainment, Maggie and Charlotte were gathering troops for the siege. Rush Week had to wait a little. For in the meantime Meredith had a birthday and a new auditorium to christen. The occasion was as big as the cake the Home Ec Department had made for Meredith, and on the morning of September 27 the guests came. In front of the big green doors the alumnae waited, the faculty members and speakers in ceremonial garb, and finally, the huddle of Seniors, self-conscious in unaccustomed caps and gowns. The celebration of Meredith ' s golden anniversary began. The sensation we felt in that auditorium was as new as the building itself. The gentle shuffling of feet was only reminis- cent of the creaking noises one could have heard in the old auditorium. Perhaps for a moment we missed them. We thought not only of that old building but of old Meredith, of names we had heard be- fore, of names we had not heard before, finally of new Meredith, as we listened to Dr. Mary Lynch Johnson tell the story of the people who gave us Meredith. And we hoped to keep the charge of Senator Frank Graham to make that Founders Day a re-dedication of Mere- dith to its creative part in seeking to make a world in which all people, under God, can live, work, and dream their dreams of a better day of freedom and peace. Mr. McGill of the Atlanta Constitution concluded the important day reminding us that our responsibility ex- tended also to part of the nation in which we lived, to the Southland, needy for people who care. And then our thoughts shifted again. The Rush Week attack overwhelmed us. Weary Astros gathered the freshmen at Allen ' s Pond, in all hilarity. And on a rainy night the Phis packed them in the Hut for the annual bonfire. The dew-bedraggled groups singing under sleepy windows grew larger each day. We rushed them in the morning, they rushed them in the night. Finally, when Rush Week loomed too large to bear, Friday night called time. Phis and Astros set up separate camps at either end of the dining hall, cheerfully, but with admirable restraint, fortifying each with balloons and crepe paper (and Phido bears) for the Saturday morning surrender. The uncertainty arising from the apparently equal division of new yellows and purples at breakfast was finally dispelled when the important freshmen had been cheered into the new auditorium. The grapevine sent the count out to the line of old members: Astros, ii8; Phis, 113. After that event we let the year go along, carrying with it the hockey season, speed ball, football (elsewhere), the Corn Huskin ' Bee (when will we all learn to pick up paw-paws?), and another bus-load to the B.S.U. Convention, this time in Winston-Salem, but we stopped short for Palio and Stunt. It was the year for the seniors to win; the dark hours of marching and stumbling around the basement of the new auditorium paid off for Jason, his ship and his Grecians, in spite of the juniors ' Good Neighbor Policy and clicking castanets, in spite of the sophomore Belles and the Coke machines and Bendixes of the freshmen. And to this day, by the way, somebody can be heard ever so often striding to class, humming, Here are the Coke ma-a-chines. . . . Stunt gave the new auditorium its theatrical debut. All members of the casts, as well as the stage crews, demonstrated and tested completely the delightfully elaborate lighting .system. And backstage none of the producers of the stunts were forced to rub elbows. In fact, nobody got in anybody ' s way. The freshmen, still mindful of the birthday year, called up Meredith of the past. The winning sophomores set up a woodland fantasy on stage; the juniors — ah, those juniors — plungecl the stage into the murky darkness of Hell, while 155 the seniors managed to move an Egyptian temple on stage for a discovery of a lost mummy ( the mummy caused ahnost as mucii excitement before Stunt, when it reposed before the window in the auditorium basement). The Little Theatre produced Thornton Vilder s Oin Town, and set the Student Body to worrying aijout the lack of scenery. In the spring, by the way, they tried .something new again, and presented an outdoor production of Everyman. At any rate Thanksgiving came on time, although it somehow coincided with Christmas (Raleigh held its Christmas parade the day after and the stores were ready for Christmas shoppers.) The new choral group set the Thanksgiving spirit in chapel one day, a spirit that we could scarcely have been prevented from having. And then those holidays went the way holidays do go. Clhristmas caroling conies but once a year, with the forma l dinner, the big dining hall Christmas tree, and Jingle Bells to the accompaniment of improvised water glass bells. On the Friday night before the day we went home, we bundled into buses and sang all the way from Meredith to the Go erner s Mansion and back. Christmas, sleeping late, home folks. New Year ' s E e, all vanished and we were on this side of forty-nine. We counted the new rings, the new fraternity pins, the amount of home work we did over the holidays, and pretty soon were settled in the library, in the art labs, the science labs, in the music I s: mi building, or in our rooms playing bridge; in short, we did all those things we had been doing all along. Exams appeared, a slight threat that loomed larger with each new assignment. About the time the Creatixe Rhythmics Group ga e its concert we disco ered that we had reached the last chapters of our books, and we resigned ourselves to that mad frenzy which we often call studying. Then e.xams were over; we didn ' t really fool oursehes, and the results were not unexpected. Spring e ' entually followed exams, although it had been showing itself off and on all year. With it came basketball, the softball season, the Folk Dance Concert, Religious Focus Week, -espers held outside, and of course, Faculty-Student Play Day. Who would forget Play Day, a leisurely and springy occasion, the day when one always plays tennis, ping pong, volley ball, softball, croquet, checkers, and bridge, when one only intended to play croquet, checkers, and bridge. And then theie ' s the day after Play Day when a faculty member is heard to admit that he was still aware of th u dash to third base the afternoon before. And we felt a little worn ourselves, whether wc did or did not say so, and were a little too conscious of a sunburned nose. One event followed another but we mustn ' t forget that school was continuins; alone; with them, and that they depended on that fact. The music majors seemed to disappear completely into the music building, and then one day the graduating recitals began, followed by art exhibits and so on. The societies had their plays; somewhere on the way Easter came, and spring holidays. There was school still, term papers (the freshmen tried their first, of course), labs all afternoon, class reports, library assignments and books to be read. But May appeared, and we had May Day. The high school students came to visit, but without being inhospitable, one must say that they were overshad- owed by the importance of the day, the queen, her attendants, and other entertainments (these last included activities by the sophomores, who began singing to the queen at seven o ' clock that morning, who arranged the throne for the queen, and finally sang several more times before the day ended; by the dance groups; and of course by the riders who ga e their annual horse show). We knew when May came that school was about to end, the finality of that ending depending on our academic classification. .And the final events to accompany the last bit of school were also on the way again. We had e.xams, and finally, commencement. Commencement involved the Glee Club Concert, Society Night, Class Day (oh yes, the sophomores arose ver-r-y early again, this time to make the dai.sy chain for their big si;ters ) and at last, graduating exercises. What more can one say about the year? .Should one mention the sunset on one side of the campus, or the sunrise on the other side (or how many people sec it rise?), the telephone calls, the parents who are so very happy to have you at home, whoin you are rather happy about, too; the discovery that 158 the paper you sat up all night doinsi was clue next Friday instead of this Wednesday; the fact that State did or did not win that hasketbali game; Sunday dinners; church; scrambled eggs and bacon in the kitchenette, lukewarm Nescafe; the breath-of-spring that started to bloom about Christmas — one would say too much. The things we didn ' t expect to happen; the things we hoped would happen, even if they didn ' t, the days we walked from our room to the arts building and back, or skidded into the cafeteria just before the door closed; the hundreds of pencils we have lost and sharpened; the notebook paper we have wasted; the number of times we walked across the floor in front of the post office; our tiny, used student bank book; the number of times we didn ' t get A on room check (dust under beds) — all these would tell the story of the year better. Then, again, there is the new auditorium, not too complete, not too old to be old enough for us to know it, new enough to be exciting. Perhaps the auditorium and the year are alike. C.E.M. Adoj Ulije4ne4iil !P ffl ffi 3i £B SB, ffi ffi ffi !? 93 5 Hi 3 BB BB © B M ' fir .. kj • . e Q a W. H. KING DRUG CO WHOLESALE DRUGGISTS RALEIGH, N. C. 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