Metropolitan Community College - Sunburst Yearbook (Kansas City, MO)

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We're Proud of Our Programs! ff .-,,,N 52+ 'X ' : i , 's,f Q W nw iw I 1 - 4-v -.-+ ,L-e'f'.w7c :-:M 1- 0' N474 1?t'4ft'4fv.w..x, Hrs-few .S6 - i 2.E9n'g,f- .:::: . M., ' ,W 9, I C , Q, W, X. .. ,.4.c, CZ ,Q , ,, QA, ,N .gf ,,,,,,, ,MQ , Among the most active of Junior College organizations was the Political Science Club -- and certainly its meet- ings were the most talked about. This group of enthusiastic and energetic men and women met weekly, and at least twice a month they entertained guest speakers. A primary purpose of the club was to enable its members to hear first hand the opinions of persons representing a variety of community and political viewpoints. The guest speakers included, among others, Rep- resentative Richard Bolling, a local editor, a representative of the John Birch Society, a widely-known local broadcaster, and Dr. Josef Von Addle- hofer lreally Lt. Joe Adelman of the Police Departmentl, who combined in- formation with humor. The Club had many members, but was proud ofthe number of interested students who visited its meetings to hear speakers. Posters were used to publi- cize meetings, but its best advertisers were those who attended meetings Political Science Club officers were Miles L. Bair, chair., Richard Wholf, co-chair., and Barbara Butler,sec.-treas. Top Photo: Miles Bair, second from right, attempted to hold questions to a minimum when representatives of the John Birch Society were permitted to voice their beliefs at a club meeting. Many students and teachers went away dissatisfied with the answers given but were glad to have the opportunity to de- cide for themselves. Center Photo: Congressman Richard Bolling, of Kan- sas City, was greeted by a fine group of students when he spoke to the Political Science Club last tall. Lower Photo: To present an unusual program and to have the opportunity to ask questions about the K.C. Police Dept. Lt. Joe Adelman presented himself to the Club as Professor Von Addlehofer, a nuclear scientist, and provided its members with many laughs.

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ow, English is Greek to Us! The Spanish club or El Espanol celebrated all ot the important Spanish holidays. The October meeting was held to celebrate El Dia de la Raza which is the same as our Columbus Day. For the month of November the club met tor El Dia de los Muertos which is the Spanish name tor Halloween. One of the most entertain- ing meetings was held to acquaint the members with la Musica de Espana. Near the end ot the tirst semester El Club EspaF1'ol had La Fiesta de Navi- dad or the annual Christmas party. Known to French-speaking students as Le Cercle Francais, the French club has been very active this year. A winter-time picnic was held with Mr. Disney serving as host. There were abouttwenty-tive members presentand they stuffed themselves on American hot dogs and marshmallows, and en- ioyed rich French pastry. Forthe Christ- mas program Vicki Piotrowski and Judi Clover presented Une Querelleu, a short play by the l8th century French writer Beaumarchaisr Miss Kruse and Miss Glynos spon- sored the Spanish and French clubs. Top Photos: lLl Miss Gerardine Knotter, a sponsor of the Junior College French club, offers aclub member some refreshments at a recent meeting ofthe club. lRl From time to time, short dramatic plays are pre- sented at the French club meetings. Judi Clover is seen standing over a fellow club member, Vickie Piotrowski. Center Photo: Tim Worcester takes a good swing at the clay piiiata constructed by the Spanish club for their Christmas celebration. Breaking of the pinata concluded the program of songs, skits and re-enact- ment of the posada. Lower Photo: Retrieving the goodies packed inside ot the clay pihvata are members ofthe Spanish club.

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We Use Up those 'pare Moments! Outstanding students were honored by election to Phi Theta Kappa, the national Junior College honorary so- ciety. Not merely an honor society,the organization also hasaservice function, including publication of the student directory. Officers: Jim Rising, pres., Don Schoonover, Vice-Pres., Mimi Thomas, Sec., Tarvi Hermann, Treas., Jim Hake, l-list., Sponsor -- Mr. John Gazda. Student N.E.A. served future educa- tors in a variety offunctions. ln addition to monthly meetings featuring guest speakers, the organization participated in the state teacher's convention, held parties and picnics, and provided spe- cial services for college events. Offi- cers: Barbara McGinnis-pres., Hortense Gains-vice-pres., Christie l-lill-treas. Sponsors: Dr. Elizabeth Berry, Dr. Kleta Finley. The Folksinging group andthe Chess Club were two active extra-curricular groups. Neither group elected officers. However, special credit should go to Shirley Agronin, organizer ofthe Chess Club, and to Emmy Kraemer,organizer of the Folksinaing group. Top Photo: A few members of the Kappa Tau Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the national iunior college honor society, are seen turning in and checking out copies of the second edition ofthe Student Directory which they published this year. Second Photo from top: While all members of the chess club were not present at a recent meeting, Shirley Agronin, organizer, and a few of the more interested members took time from their games for a photo. Third Photo from top: At a Christmas get-together, members of the Stuclent's National Education Asso- ciation get together for a group shot. The group's sponsor, Dr. Elizabeth Berry is at right front. Bottom Photo: With attendance at their meetings ranging from TO to 40, the newly organized Folk Singing group has been fortunate enough to induce some of the area's finest folk singers to meet with them. Dr. Ray Lawless, rightfronhsponsors the group.