Monticello College - Echo Yearbook (Godfrey, IL)

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Mr. and Mrs. pencer T. Olin folk with Monticello's sident, Dr. Duncan Wim-press. Dedicates There are scenes........... The fountain sparkling beneath the tulip tree; Sunshine streaming through the Praise Angel Window; The Chapel swathed in candlelight . . . . There are people........... Hurrying through the conservatory; Gathered by the fireside at The Evergreens; Discussing the future.......... There is activity.......... Girls working together on plans for o dance; Children in a hospital smiling when they see a Monti girl; Guests being introduced to the campus . . . There is study.......... Guided by the personal attention of a faculty member; With a group at a session in someone's room; Alone in the Library late at night......... These are the essence of Monticello College to her student body. For every one of these moments enjoyed, a bit of gratitude belongs to those who have made it possible, and each Monti girl owes a great deal for these memorable moments created by the devotion of Mr. and Mrs. Spencer T. Olin At the formol dcdicotion of Hollister Holl, provided by Mr. Spencer T. Olin, ore the Olins and Mr. S. C. Hollister of Cornell University. Photo courtesy of Cornell University Page 6

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The Individual .... developing through an inspiring educational life... warm, personal student-faculty relationships . . . student to student sharing of knowledge gleaned in one class blended with . . . experience in another . . . the Honors Course, Dean's List, Honor Society . . . the goal of achievement ... all preparing the Individual for further growth as she continues .... moving in a campus life . . . founded upon tradition . . . fused with freshness ... a midnight meeting in t h e smoker ... a sus at the Cabin . . . gales of laughter from down the hall . . . and a candlelight mixer . . . reflecting a traditional life . . . always the foundation . . . friendships lasting through a lifetime . . . poise unfolding from youth's awkwardness . . . maturing to womanly awareness . . . with graciousness as its essence serving as the building material of which newness is always a virtue ... a challenge to continual progress ... in the education of an Individual . . .

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d To Mrs. Olin, the former Ann Whitney, is on alumna of Monticello. As Chairman of the Board of Trustees, she is often seen on campus talking with students and faculty, attending a social event, or even lending her personal touch to the redecoration plans for the Alumnae Guest Rooms. This is what the casual observer sees, but Mrs. Olin has in so many quiet ways supported, promoted, and helped to fulfill the highest aims of Monticello. Mr. Olin, Director of the Olin-Matnieson Chemical Corporation, exhibits a vital interest in higher education. He is a member of the governing boards of Cornell and Washington Universities, as well as Monticello Mr. Olin has not only cared enough to tell others of Monticello and served os Choir-man of the College Development Council, but also has seen to such details as the girls not having to walk on graveled campus roads. His faith in Monticello's leadership in the education of young women has promoted much of the growth of her influence as an outstanding example of a woman's college. Individually, the Olins are successful people — each possessing the quality of unassuming selflessness. Together, their sincere interest in American higher education has meant that they are a dynamic force in the progress of Monticello College .... With deep appreciation we dedicate the pages of the 1960 ECHO to Mr. and Mrs. Spencer T. Olin — a thank you composed of many memories made possible through their gift of the personal touch. Portraits by Fobion Bochroch Poge 7