Rhode Island School of Design - Portfolio Yearbook (Providence, RI)

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This pleasing bit of formal gardening is hidden away from the street by the surrounding museum. buildings. With- in the Museum are splendid collections of arts and crafts from ancient Egypt to the 20th century. In adjoining Pendle- ton House, which is a part of the Mu- seum, complete interiors recreate the the elegance and graciousness of 18th Century Colonial America. The Mu- seum of the Rhode Island School of Design continuously sponsors exhibi- tions and lectures of outstanding signili- cance. Here, in the Waterman Street build- ing, the Rhode Island School of Design began its life in 1886. Today it is still dedicated to budding careers, for in its studios and design laboratories the Freshman are Given a progressive approach to design, officially known as the Foundation Course. Whatever de- partment he may enter in his sopho- more year, the Freshman will never forget the old Waterman Street build- ing, and all that he learned there. The School Farm, in Foster Rhode Island, is the scene of many an under- graduate picnic and outing. Its two hundred and twenty acres allow room enough for skiing and snow parties in. winter, with good cheer and Sames by wood fires indoors. With milder weather the same acreage allows room enough for all the outdoor brush- wielders we have, to do all the painting and sketching they want—without jog- ging each other's elbow.

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SHE NTIONIN Gilets) lAlils) Ok W Sy President — Sally Brine Vice-President — Lilyan Sumners Secretary — Jane Liddell Treasurer — Mary Ella Fletcher Class Advisor — Matlack Price Social Director — Gilbert Franklin In October 1943, as we registered for our first year at college, we looked forward with anticipation to the new experience that lay before us. We were honored with a tea conducted for the freshmen by the upper classmen. Due to the war time restrictions, social events were few and far between, however we did manage a scavenger hunt. We elected as class officers: President, Emma Thurber; Vice-President, Barbara Barry; Secretary, Mary Fletcher; Treasurer, Barbara Goulding. As Sophomores, alter much deliberation, we entered our chosen departments, where we would spend the next few years. This year we elected as our class officers: President, Cynthia Norton; Vice-President, Allen Johnson; Secretary- Treasurer, Raymond Simoneau. Many from our class performed in the Talent show, contributing toa highly successtul entertainment. Our Junior year was highlighted by the return of veterans, some to finish their interrupted education and others to begin their studies as freshmen. We had almost forgotten that our school was co-ed. We joined the various activities such as the camera club, swimming club, dances and events at the school farm. Our class officers were: President, Thomas Maloney; Vice-President, Lili Ragnell; Secretary- Treasurer, Allen Johnson. In September, 1946, as we ascended College Hill, we looked back on our former years and at the same time wondered what the future would hold. At the beginning of the year we held a Harvest Ball, the profits of which went towards the year book. It was the most successful dance held in many years. We settled down to do our theses while others assigned themselves the task of preparing suitable porttolios of their work. We also found time to indulge in the various activities offered by the Student Union and other classes. Now with the approach of our Graduation we plan to hold a Commencement Ball to climax an eventtul four years. LisAMA