Peace College - Lotus Yearbook (Raleigh, NC)

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I traditionally dunk a friend in the fountain for a shocking birthday present, the ultimate symbol of friendships which develop while at Peace. At times, the fountain freezes, caus- ing sharp icicles to be su- spended from its basins. In the same sense, when times are tough and people are cold, we, too, freeze up and develop sharp edges. But soon, the warmth comes and the glistening waters joyfully splash again. Perhaps the fountain best represents the unity shared by Peace girls, for it is around the fountain that girls join together at Christmas to sing carols and at Gradu- ation to sing the Alma Mater. Although girls come and go from Peace, the old green fountain always remains, keeping a part of each girl forever. And as the waters of the fountain continuously flow, memories of each girl con- tinuously grow.

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1 Ifs Just An Old Fountain . . . ' t ' s just an old moss green fountain, not too fancy, quietly gur- gling and splashing its sparkling waters, oblivious to its surroundings. To the outsider, this fountain — one of the first things visitors of Peace College see — would seem unim- pressive and unimportant. However, this impression could be no further from the truth. What seems like a mere fountain is actually the foundation of precious memories for every Peace girl. In fact, this special fountain, in many ways, represents every Peace girl. Like laughter bubbling over from a beautiful girl, suds surprisingly fill the fountain when lively girls decide it ' s time for its bath . These same girls may

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t Main . . . The Heart of Peace College! rhe first two years of one ' s college career are the most important and formative. Peace has always been known for its students ' development during these two years. One former administrator of Peace commented, The school commends itself to those seeking a school for their daughter for its home-like arrangements, its constant atten- tion to the moral and physical welfare of the students, its healthful surroundings, and its superior faculty. Peace prides itself on its family atmosphere. As soon as a student arrives at Peace, she feels this spirit of friendship and love. How many of you remember the sophomores struggling to carry your tons of luggage up two or three flights of stairs? Or, a gift from your Big sister waiting for you in your dorm room, just when you were beginning to feel homesick? What about sitting on the balcony, talking with friends while rating the guys as they came to pick up their favorite Peace girl? Or, standing on front campus or Main balconies to be sere- naded by frat pledges? Main will always hold dear memories in every Peace girl ' s heart: In the heart of Carolina. ' Neath its skies of blue. Stands our noble Alma Mater, Glorious to view . . . i