Rip on College Ripon, Wisconsin 1959 THE CRIMSON 2 Table of Contents Seniors 4 Faculty 18 Greeks 34 Sports 60 Organizations 76 Feature 98 3 Dedication To those whom we have lost, yet have gained so much by knowing ... To those who liave borrowed a portion of the great- ness of the ages, ami who will in turn become lenders of Wisdom . . . To those old enough to win oui respect, yet young enough to give of themselves. ... To the Senior Glass of 1959, the Crimson is respectfully dedicated. 4 5 JANET ALBRECHT Chicago. Illinois Psychology Alpha Chi Omega DANIEL ANDERSON LaCrossc, Wisconsin Chemist ry Delta Upsilon JOAN BADE Brookfield, Wisconsin Psychology Alpha Phi NANCY BELL Chicago, Illinois History, Political Science Pi Tau Pi KENNETH BENSON Lombard. Illinois Music RONNELL BRAD BEER Maywood. Illinois Speech Alpha Xi Delta 6 WILLIAM BREEN Dc Kalb. Illinois Economics. Mathematics Sigma Chi NEAL CASON Chicago. Illinois Mathematics, Physics Delta Upsilon I JOHN COOLEY Waterloo. Wisconsin English Sigma Nu LORENZO DOSS Madison, Wisconsin Physical Education Phi Kappa Pi KURT DUECKER Sheboygan, Wisconsin Biology Alpha Phi Omega JUNE EGGERT Elmhurst, Illinois English Pi Tau Pi 7 CLIFFORD EIMON Milwaukee, Wisconsin Economics Sigma Chi MARY ELSE Johnson Creek, Wisconsin Physical Education Alpha Xi Delta JOHN’ FAWCETT Duluth. Minnesota Rioiogy-Chemistry Piii Kappa Pi ROBERT FILF.K Oak Park, Illinois Economics Theta Chi DOUGLAS GONZALES Park Ridge, Illinois Mathematics, Physics DONNA HAUBRICH Kenosha, Wisconsin Biology Alpha Chi Omega 8 LORETTA HOUSE Oneida, Wisconsin Bioiogy Alpha Xi Delta BURTONJAY St. Paul. Minnesota Mathematics Sigma Nu PETER KASSON Clintonville, Wisconsin Physical Education Phi Kappa Pi TOM KERSCHER Kaukauna, Wisconsin Economics Alpha Phi Omega PLATO KINIAS Athens. Greece Mathematics JOHN KUBITZ Manitowoc. Wisconsin Economics Alpha Phi Omega 9 LARRY LARSON Manitowoc. Wisconsin Physical Education Theta Chi NATALIE LUECK Two Rivers Wisconsin Physical Education Alpha Phi CAROL LUENSMAN Northbrook. Illinois Physical Education Alpha Xi Delta HAZEL SMITH MADIGAN Chicago, Illinois Biology. Psychology Alpha Xi Delta MARLENE MELNICK Elmwood Park, Illinois Biology Alpha Xi Delta MICHAEL MESSENGER Aurora, Illinois Biology-Chemistry Della Upsilon 10 ELIZABETH MILLER Glenview. Illinois Physical Education Pi Tau Pi DAVID MIRISCH Milwaukee, Wisconsin Speech Theta Chi ROBERT OS1EWALSKI Mcnasha. Wisconsin Economics Alpha Phi Omega KYRIAKOS PAGANIS I fora Tripy ias, Greece Economics Theta Chi ALLEN PETERS West Bend. Wisconsin Physical Education Phi Kappa Pi WALTER PLACZANKIS Ocor.omowoc, Wisconsin Political Science Alpha Phi Omega 11 RICHARD RADEMACIIER Kaukauna, Wisconsin Economics DAN RAJEWSKI Chicago, Illinois Economics Phi Kappa Pi JOSE ANTONIO ORENCH RAMOS Yauco, Puerto Rico History EDUARDO MELENDEZ RIVERA Ponce. Puerto Rico Philosophy JAMES SKAAR Dc Forest, Wisconsin Mathematics Sigma Alpha Epsilon LAURETTA FORST SPENADER La Grange Park, Illinois English Alpha Xi Delta 12 LYNN SPENADER Mendota, Illinois Biology JOHN STEDMAN Madison, Wisconsin Psychology Theta Chi DIANE SUCKOW Evansville, Wisconsin Speech Pi Tau Pi NORBERT THIEME Waukesha. Wisconsin Economics Sigma Nu DANIEL THOMAS Chicago, Illinois Chemistry Delta Upsilon DONALD TOMCZAK Poyncttc, Wisconsin Physical Education Phi Kappa Pi 13 D. MORGAN TOMKIES Huntington, W. Va. Classics THOMAS TROESTLER Racine, Wisconsin Economics Sigma Nu KENNETH TUCKER I-a Crosse, Wisconsin Biology RAYMOND VANDE MOORE Wauwatosa, Wisconsin Economics Sigma Chi ROGER VENDEN Brooklyn. Wisconsin Physical Education Phi Kappa Pi JON WALTERSCIIEIT Madison, Wisconsin Economics Delta Upsilon INEZ WEBER Wauwatosa, Wisconsin Physical Education Alpha Phi GRETEL WELTMER Milwaukee, Wisconsin English Alpha Xi Delta JOSEPH WHITE Chicago, Illinois Biology-Chemistry. Philosophy Delta Upsilon V. GERALD WOESTE Grccndale, Wisconsin Economics Phi Kappa Pi DONNA WYATT Highland Park, Illinois Speech Delta Phi Sigma DONALD ZUTTER Chippewa rails, Wisconsin Physical Education Delta Upsilon 15 Seniors Not Pictured ROLAND BOTTIGLIA Bcrnardsvillc, New Jersey Speech NATHAN BRAND Monroe, Wisconsin Economics Sigma Nu CAROL BUCKRUCKER Chicago, Illinois Spanish HOWARD DAHLKE Ripon. Wisconsin Psychology Sigma Alpha F.psilon BRUCE GEBHARDT Ripon, Wisconsin Mathematics. Physics ROBERT GRESENZ Nccnah, Wisconsin Economics, Speech Alpha Phi Omega PETER HOFFLAND Madison. Wisconsin Speech Sigma Nu JOHN HURLBUT Monroe, Wisconsin Economies Sigma Nu KENTON NOAKES Green Lake, Wisconsin Economics JOHN O’CONNELL Berwyn. Illinois Economics Phi Kappa Pi ROBERT OLSON Chicago, Illinois Economics Sigma Chi ROBERT PROCTER Cudahy, Wisconsin Economics, Political Science Theta Chi DAVE REDEMANN Ripon, Wisconsin Physical Education JORGE TORRES RIVERA Ponce, Puerto Rico History RICHARD W, SCHULZE Milwaukee, Wisconsin Political Science Sigma Nu ERWIN SEYBOLD Milwaukee, Wisconsin Economics Theta Chi DAVID SMITH Greendnlc, Wisconsin Physical Education Phi Kappa Pi DONALD SMITH Evanston, Illinois Economics Sigma Nu JOSE VILAR Mayaguez, Puerto Rico Classics PHILIP ZAFEROPULOS Chicago, Illinois Speech 17 Administration President FRED O PINKHAM, Ed D., LL.D. Dean of the College ROBERT P ASHLEY, Ph D Dean of Women JEAN VAN HENGEL, M.A. Dean of Men DAVID L. HARRIS, M.A. 20 Director of Admissions MARVIN P. SONDALLE, B.S. Registrar ELVA L. BOETTCHER. A.B Bursar CHESTER CAVERT Comptroller W. J. HANNON, M.B.A 21 LUCILLE D. HAWKINSON, B.S. Director of Public Information GERALD A. REDFORD, B A. Director of Development LYMAN S. V. JUDSON, Ph.D. Director of Food Service CHARLES NICHOLS, Jr., Ph.D. Professor of Biology DONALD G. DUNLAP, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Biolog)' Faculty The Sciences LEONE OYSTER, M.A. Assistant Professor of Chemistry 23 DANIEL Q. THOMPSON. Ph.D. Associate Professor of Biology JACK W. POWERS, Ph D. Associato Professor of Chemistry ROBERT S WIT.SON, M S Assistant Professor of Physics EDWIN 0. H. COMFORT, PhD. Professor of Mathematics C. WAYNE LARSON, M.A. Assistant Professor of Mathematics 24 PAUL J. ALDUS. PhD Professor of English NELSON VINCENT DAVIS. Ph D Assistant Professor of English The Liberal Arts EDNA HOOD. M.A. Instructor in English WILLIAM J. MARTZ. Ph D Assistant Professor of English PIERRE GUIET. M.A. Instructor in English 25 EDWIN NIERENBERG M F A. Instructor in English SIDNEY P. GOODRICH. Ph D. Professor of Classics WILLIAM FLEMING, J.D. Associate Professor of Political Science II. R. CORT, Jr., BA. Assistant Professor of Psychology 26 LEONARD W. VAUGHAN, M.A Associate Professor of Psychology JOHN F. GI.ASER, Ph D. Associate Professor of History EDWIN W. WEBSTER. Ph.D. Professor of History GEORGE H MILLER. Ph.D. Associate Professor of History WILLIAM E. TYREE. Ph D. Professor of Philosophy 27 ROBERT V. HANNAFORD. Ph.D. Assistant Prolessor of Philosophy DANIEL L DELAKAS, Doctorat dc FL'nivcrsite (Lcttres) Professor of Romance Languages MARGARET M. LAY, M.A. Assistant Professor erf Romance Lan- guages DONALD M LOCKHART, Ph D Assistant Professor of Romance Lan- guages ALEXANDER C. HOOKF.R, Jr., D.M.L. Associate Professor of Romance Lan- guages WACLAW JBDRZEJEWICZ Whitney Visiting Professor of Slavic Studies 28 ■ HENRY SCHNEIDER, III. Ph D. Professor of German 1 HENRY D. O. SMITH, Ph D Assistant Professor of German JOHN LIVINGSTON, Ph.D. Professor of Economics 29 MILTON II. WESTIIAGEN, Ph.D. Professor of Economics HOWARD C. HANSEN. Ph.M. Associate Professor of Speech PENELOPE S. RAM AKER. M A. Instiuclor in Speech CARL H. DOEIILING, B.S. Professor of Physical Education JOHN M. STORZER, M.Ed. Assistant Professor of Physical Educa- tion EDGAR W. PIEPER, M.S. Assistant Professor of Physical Educa- tion 30 KERMIT G. WEISKE, M.A. Assistant Professor of Physical Educa- tion MARJORY D. LYONS. M.A. Associate Professor of Physical Educa- tion HELEN GRESHAM. M.S. Assistant Professor of Physical Educa- tion Fine Arts LESTER O. SCHWARTZ, Diploma Resident Artist and Instructor in Art EDWIN C. WILLSON. M.Mus. Instructor in Music CHARLES V. BOLEN, Ph D. Associate Professor of Music ELIZABETH CHAMBERLAIN, Diploma Instructor in Voice RICHARD BERGSTROM. VI F A Associate Professor of Drama Military BENJAMIN r DELAMATER. B.S. Professor of Military Science and Tactics 32 GEORGE ANDERSON Sergeant First Class WESLEY H. BROWER, B.S. Assistant Professor of Military Science and Tactics 33 NORMAN E. WIIITNEY Sergeant First Class Greeks 1. D. Gray, C. Johnson. S. Strickland, S. Judd. 2. J. Zinda, J. Larchcr, D. Wyatt, K. Van Epps, M. Clauder, M. Deplewski. B. Johnson, G. Anderson, L. Thull. Delta Phi Sigma Early in the fall, in conjunction with Ripon College’s Parents’ Day, the girls in Harwood held an open house and tea in honor of their parents. Soon after there was much hustle and bustle when the Harwood “ladies” went on a “clean-up” campaign, painting and redecorating both the outside and interior of their house. Everyone on campus was certainly familiar with the new biuc swing and the cry, “Don’t walk on the new grass!” In the middle of November, the Delta Phi giris held their annual open house to show off the “new” house. A collegiate theme was carried throughout the house. Shortly after this came the Homecoming Banquet held at the Pub House. Leading into spring, Harwood had an Alumnae and Honorary card party which was followed a few weeks later by a breakfast given in honor of the faculty and their families. This event is looked forward to every year. The girls in Delta Phi Sigma were also well represented in school organizations and at Home- coming. This year’s Homecoming house decora- tion took first place and the float received honor- able mention. Scholastically Harwood did quite well by taking second place in All-Women’s Aver- age with Marilyn Deplewski, Carla Anderson, and Dee Cray having the first, second, and fourth highest women’s grades respectively. 1. H. Widdis, E. Duncan, J. Hughes. 2. D. Conlin. J. Shoup, D. Dahms, J. Rcisncr. In other individual honors, Dotty Conlin and Judy Larcher tied in second place lor the Best- Dressed Girl on Campus. Marilyn Deplewski was chosen as the new Sweetheart of Sigma Nu at the White Rose Formal, and Dotty Conlin was a member of Sigma Chi’s Sweetheart Court. Delta Phi Sigma was also active in the theater, choir, Spanish Club, French Club, Crimson and College Days. The offices held were: Mary Ann Claudcr, co-chainnan of Freshman hazing; Marilyn Deplewski, secretary of Student Council; Carla Anderson, president of Spanish Club; and Dee Gray, president of Phi Sigma Iota. After receiving the new pledge class, the real pledging began the following Sunday when the girls were invited to pin Sigma Nu’s pledges and then continue on to a party that evening to celebrate the end of rush week for both houses. Under the capable leadership of Dee Cray, president; Carla Anderson, vice-president; Donna Wyatt, secretary; and Marilyn Dcplcw- ski, treasurer; Harwood has had a very success- ful year. L). Wyatt, C. Anderson, D. Gray, M. Deplewski. 37 Alpha Chi Omega J. Cotch, D. Haubrich, M. Murner. J. Albrecht. During the midst of first semester finals the hopes and dreams of all Lyle girls become a reality. Alpha Gamma Theta, Ripon’s oldest local sorority, recicved the privilege of becoming a pledge colony of the nation's sixth oldest Greek organization, Alpha Chi Omega. The affiliation will be com- pleted by a formal installation next October. Activity-wise, Lyle proudly claims the following officers: ISC president, Donna Haubrich; Psy- chology Club president, secretary, and treasurer, Jan Albrcct. Carol Grant, and Maggie Johnston, respectively; YVRPN secretary, Marion Murner; Junior Class secretary, Jan Gotsch: Pi Kappa Delta vice-president. Joanne Tostrud; Union Board secretary, Barb Kricps; WRA secretary and treas- urer, Pat Ilorr and Joyce Prout; Student Council secretary, Joyce Prout; Crimson editor. Sharon Adams; Franch Club president and Slavic Club secretary, Kathy Ewers. SEATED M. Johnston, J .Venrtilyc. M. Murner. STANDING: A. Pribnow. J. Albrecht, K. Ewers, S. Adams, J. Goich, C. Grant, J. Stibbe, J. Tostrud, D. Haubrich, J. Prout. 38 1. N. Mistretta, C. Seniradck, M. Pichl, P. Rogers, J. Kessler, B. Burincistcr. 2. K. Alderman, P. Pankey, C. Fousc, B. Willars, K. Cummings. But all these activities did not leave the Lyle girls too busy for entertaining and partying. The Homecoming Banquet, the ‘‘Big Red Barn” open house, and the Wassail Party formed the first semester calendar. The new “A Chi O’s” presented their alumnae and honorarics with a recep- tion in March. The Fond du Lac Town and Country Club was the site for the year’s biggest and best social event — the Spring Party. At 7:30 A.M. on graduation day the sleepy Lyle girls drove to Carver’s for the Senior breakfast. The Alpha Chi’s also were hostesses for several fraternity open houses this year. The “Lyle Lovelies” truly proved them- selves so when we look at the list of campus queens and their courts. Judie Stibbe, the Dream Girl of Theta Chi was the R-Club’s choice for Homecoming Queen. On her court were sisters Donna Haubrich, Jan Gotsch, and Ellen O’Leary. The Military Ball brought more social honors as the nine member court was comprised of eight Lyle girls: Jan Albrecht, Pat Horr, Maggie Johnston, Judy Kessler, Mary Jo Piehl, Nolia Mis- tretta. Betty Burmcistcr, and Carol Scm- radek. Cheryl Fousc reigned as queen. Other queens were “Sweetheart of Sigma Nu,” Carol Grant and “Toilet Bowl Queen,” Karen Konrad. Rush brought Lyle fifteen outstanding Freshman girls. Their activities range from choir to dormitory ofiicers to cheer leading. Donna Haubrich, president; Marion Murncr, vice-president; Jan Gotsch, secre- tary; and Jan Albrect, treasurer deserve a loud cheer for their capable leadership in making Alpha Gamma Theta’s last year one not soon to be forgotten by the girls or the campus. 39 I. C. Beall, M. Maher, M. Meehan, I. Weber. 2. K. Brown, M. Latsom, J. Jeffrey, J. Bade, J. Stallard, K. Schneider, X. Lucck, L. Schcrbarth, L. Dachn, E. Maltby, S. Landig. Alpha Phi This spring bids farewell to Kappa Sigma Chi after a very energetic year and welcomes the latest national sorority to Ripon’s campus The Duffie girls will soon become members of Alpha Phi. This year’s officers, Jane Stallard, president; Joan Bade, vice-president; Marian Shaughnessy, secre- tary; and Lynne Schcrbarth, treasurer; deserve a well-earned round of applause for their hard work. Members of Duffie arc now in pledge training, a trip from which they will not return until next fall when the leaders of Alpha Phi will come to Ripon and take Kappa Sigma Chi away. But all this doesn’t mean the Duffie girls have been sitting idly by writing letters. They have been active in all organizations and prominent members of many committees, such as Orientation Commit- tee, Choir. Intramural sports, Psychology Club, and Young Republicans Club. Sue Landig was chosen Best-Dressed Girl on Campus and also took second place in the James Oratorical Contest. Claud Beall has also kept busy as vice-president of ISO, secretary of W .S.G.A., and Junior class treasurer. Lynne Schcrbarth is prominent in Sigma Alpha Iota. 40 1. M. Tann, P. Rossnian, G. Gillette. 2. A. Yahr, L. Foster, A. Kern, L. Black. esses at the art exhibits and the Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. Yes, this began as a good year for Kappa Sigma Chi and ended as a good year for Alpha Phi. L. Schcrbarth, J. Stallard, J. Bade. Duffic also boasts of having this year’s Sweet- heart of Sigma Chi, Karen Brown. Marcia Maher was an attendant in the Homecoming Court and a cheerleader, while Jane Jeffrey was secretary of the Sophomore class. In drama and the theater group, Jane Stallard did an excellent job in Ring Around the Moon. She is also a member of the Theater Board in charge of Box Office and is in choir. Kappa Sigma Chi had a well-rounded year beginning with a Homecoming Banquet at the Republican House, moving on to a successful open house in the fall, and ending with a well- planned Spring party at the Sunset Club on May 8. In Spring Sing the Duffie girls took third place. They have also been seen acting as host- 41 C. Wcltmcr, L. Spcnadcr, H. Madigan, M. Mclnick. Alpha Xi Delta Parkhurst began its first full year as Gamma Ts u chapter of Alpha Xi Delta this fall. Province President Mrs. E H. Mertel visited the house during Homecoming and caught the girls in the throws of building a float and putting up house decorations. Alpha Xi joined forces with SAE to win the “Ugly Man On Campus” contest and brought back a permanent trophy to the fireplace mantle. After rush Parkhurst’s number was in- creased when sixteen lively girls were pledged. The semester of hard studying brought it's glory when Alpha Xi ranked first in the over-all women's scholarship average with eight girls or. the Dean's List. I. V. Etheridge. M. Mclnick, C. Tvaroh, II. Madigan, 1). Dollasc, R. Bradbccr, J. Brown, G. Klancr, J. Nelson, I.. Spenader, I. Home, L. Kroner. 2. D. Johnson. C. B. Lueck, li. Kouba. WclUncr. B. Thorndike, G. Shaw. M. Else, C. Lucnsmar.. 42 1. V. Decker, C. Jones, B. Buck, M. Krcnck. 2. C. Ilolm, C Mueller, N. Van Sant, K. Agazim, P. McElwee, G. Klein, P. Johnson, P. Platt, D. Btchinghani, B. McMillan. Throughout the second semester, honors continued to flow in. Socially, Ronnie Bradbeer represented the sorority on the Military Ball Court and lovely Beth Mc- Millan was selected t,he “Sweetheart of Sigma Chi.” Alpha Xi welcomed another Panhellenic group, Alpha Chi Omega by presenting her to the campus with a tea. Then in May Alpha Xi Delta led by Ginny Etheridge won first place in the Women’s division of the Spring Sing. The schedule of the year’s social events for Alpha Xi was climaxed by the Spring Party which was held at the Sunset Club in Fond du Lac. Needless to say, it was a wonderful evening for all. 'Fite Alpha Xi’s were represented in such campus organizations and activities as Union Board, Slavic Club, W.S.G.A., Intersorority Council, Homecoming Com- mittee, Ilolly Ball Committees, W.R.A., WRPN, Psychology Club, College Days, Crimson, Badger Symphony, Choir, Dra- matics, and French Club. Several of the girls served as leaders in some of these groups. There girls are: Marlene Melnick, Secretary of Intersoror- ity Council, Treasurer of W.S.G.A.. Secretary of the Senior Class; Carol Luensman, Co-chairman of the Home- coining Committee; Cy YVeltmer, Co- chairman of the Holly Ball Decorations Commitee; and Georgene Klaner as a member of the Union Board Executive Committee. The chapter officers were four seniors: Marlene Melnick, president; Loretta Forst Spenader, vice-president; Hazel Smith Madigan, recording secretary ; and Cy Welliner, treasurer. The combined efforts of all members and new pledges this year set a firm foundation for a history of success foi Gamma Nu chapter of Alpha Xi Delta. 43 I. N. Bel), N. Reno. J. E?$tcrt. G. Alchcr, B. Miller. 2 E. Jay. F. Wagner, B. Moc, B. Spalding, D. Suckow, T. Schultz, A. Raddant, S. Allen. Pi Tau Pi Moving into Tracy House was the highlight of a very successful year for Pi Tau Pi. A house- warming in early fall gathered compliments from both students and faculty. Following one success with another. Pi Tau welcome the freshman girls with a serenade one cold October night. At Homecoming Tracy House was again the scene for achievement as the “Humpty-Dumpty” on the roof won third place in house competition. A banquet for returning alums was held at Van Rhyn's in Green Lake. Twelve pledges fulfilled Pi Fart’s hopes for a successful rush. Among the pledges were the Freshman Class secretary, Kay Wells, and Evans hall secretary. Elaine Wcnz. Christmas time was party time around Tracy as the girls of Pi Tau entertained its hororaries at a card party. Mrs. Anne Shaw, Pi Tail’s house- mother, was installed as an honorary at this time. Later the Tracy girls exchanged gifts and sang carols around the tree. The Women’s Scholarship Trophy was given an honored place on Tracy's mantle first semester; later it was replaced with the WRA award trophy. The latter was won by Pi Tau for the fourth straight year. Second semester began with Help Week at which time the pledges were dispatched to Ripon Municipal Hospital. The week was ended with a banquet celebration at the Pub House. Spring Party time followed and Pi Tau’s was held at Tuscumbia. 44 D. Suckow, B. Spalding, E. Jay, J. Eggcrt Under the administration of President June Eggcrt, Vicc-prcsidcnt Diane Suckow, Secretary Eva Jay and Treasurer Barb Spalding, the organi- zation functioned very efficiently. Following its purpose of promoting interest in school activities, Pi Tau had members in almost all organizations on campus. June Eggcrt was president of W.S.G.A. and vice-president of ISC, while the presidential posi- tion in YVRA was held by Georgia Alcher. Nancy Reno was secretary of the Religious Committee. Two members of the Student Court from Pi Tau Pi were June Eggert and Eva Jay. Other activities in which Tracy girls participated were College Days. WRPN. Phi Sigma lota. Orientation Committee, Homecoming Committee, One Fund Drive, Spanish and Chemistry Clubs, Choir. Band and Orchestra, and Women's Recrea- tion Association. The Pi Tau‘s look forward to many more suc- cessful years in Tracy House. 1. S. Trepanicr, J. Barney, D. Bearse, S. Oglesby. 2. E .Wen , B. Edmonds, C. Pickhardt, M. Moland, N. Fotrc, C. Franckc. K. Wells. 45 Sigma Nu The move from the old “Hall House.” to the new dormitory was quite a change for the Sigma Xus. But the atmosphere is still the same. Sigma Nu retained its position of wide repre- sentation and versatility in campus activities. In the literary field, Ken Lubcr, Jack Cooley, Dave Otto, and Dirk Johnson made their contributions to the College Days. Ken also edited the Scribbler. 1 B. Brooks, W. Kmith, B. Robinson. 2. D. Carson, E. Peterson, B. Tichy, M. Cody, J. Dicdrich, D. Farrand, D. Lehmann, J. Hill. 3. D. Johnson, J. Tichy, R. John- son, P. Schwab. B. Tykal, B. Jay. N. Thicme, J. Cooley, Two pledges, Dirk Johnson and Duffy Farrand, were selected to Pi Kappa Delta, after they had displayed excellent forensic capabilities. On the stage we viewed Jack Cooley and Ken Lubcr in their usual fine form. Sigma Nu added a new fare to the theatre in the person of Carl Marquardt. Chairman of the Student Court was Dick Schulze J. Shaw, G. Kazmicr, D. Conger. 4. R. Farlcigh, B Purncr, B. Evers, J, Pcnicnak, P. lIofTland, C. Marquardt, D. Otto. G. Fink, P. Waitkus, D. Schulze, D. Osborne, D, Proper. 46 ) D. Proper, D. Schulze. D. Otto, B. Jay. In athletics Bill Brooks and Werner Knuth participated in wrestling. Jack Cooley and Tom Troestler played base- ball, and pledges Bill Evers, Jim Tichy, Bill Tichy, and John Diedrich showed evidence of being future varsity track and cross country stars. The Sigma Xus started their social en- deavors by holding a successful open house and Homecoming banquet. After rush the fraternity joined Harwood to celebrate their fine new pledge class. Highlighting the fall semester parties was the Shipwreck Party. For the occasion, the Axe-Handle room was superbly decorated with palms, cocoanuts, fish nets, and a fish pond to reflect a south-sea island atmosphere. Sec- ond semester included the traditional Lyle Sigma Nu contest in the line of informal parties. The house then honored the pledge class with a banquet. Topping off the year was the White Rose Formal held at Tuscumbia Country Club. At that time Carol Grant passed on her title of “Sweet- heart of Sigma Nu” to the new sweetheart, Marilyn Dcplewski. Sigma Nu has always been known as a close-knit fraternity with broad interests and varying personalities and this year proved no exception. The campus has felt the influence of Sigma Nu in many areas. This year the house was led by Dick Schulze, president; l can Proper, vice- president; Dave Otto, secretary; and Burt Jay, treasurer. 47 1. D. Hammer D. Thomas. X. Schrocclcr. W. Patrick. Bayba, D. Schicfclbcin, D. Ilartficld. 3. R. Schicfclbcin, H. Schwenn, B. Border, P. Bronson. 2. B. Beutlcr, E. G. McCuen, D. Lisko, R. Krcuser, J. Walterscheit, J. Sicbel, B. Drumnt, I.. Schrocdor, B. Spangler, R. Barr, N. Jesse, D. Johnson. NT. Stcinbach, M. Messenger. Delta Upsilon The year of 1959 wrote the last chapter in the eminent hook of Lambda Delta Alpha. On April 11, 1959 Lambda was installed as '.lie 78th chapter of Delta Upsilon, international fraternity. On this date D.U.’s from Wisconsin and smrounding states joined to celebrate this most memorable and im- pressive occasion. The installation replaced the usual spring party and the campus was invited to something cpiite. unusual, the initiation of men into a fraternity. Delta Upsilon is characterized by being a non-secret organization. The Christmas party resulted in a great success as did the first open house. The second annual Parents Day at Lawsonia brought nearly thirty families together for the biggest and best picnic of the year. No heart attacks were reported after the Dad-Son baseball game either! Individuals deserving mention are: Student Council president, Neil Cason; Homecoming Com ittee chairman. Bob Spangler; Junior Class vice- president, Leo Schrocdcr; Student Court members, Joe White, Darrell Johnson, and Ray Schicfclbcin; Theatre member. Tim Burr, and Senior ROTC officers, Dan Anderson and Don .utter. In Varsity football, we noticed Jon Waller sc heit, Daicll John- son, and Pete Bronson while Boh Spangler, Dan Anderson and Jerry Ban played varsity basketball. Darell Johnson represented D.U. in track. 48 1. J. Higgins, B. Aikins, D. Bruening, R. Ackley. G. Davis. T. Oyster. 2. G. Park J. Blank, T. Flugdahl, P. Trier, D. Scator, S. Van Gordon, F. Mitchell, B. Gilbertson, T. Desmond. R. BoJtrum. Under the able leadership of Neal Cason, the D.U.’s finally dethroned the long-time winners, Sigma Chi and cap- tured the coveted Spring Sing trophy. The internatioal competition brought another first. The fraternity tied for sec- ond place in the competition for the Dean of Men’s Leadership trophy. After three straight semesters in the number one spot in scholarship the house slipped to second. As the year came to a close we view the loss of seven seniors. Among them were Neal Cason and Joe White who were elected to Phi Beta Kappa. However, it is a large, active, and personable group of pledges who will follow the steps of the D.U. men who have paved a truly prom- inent position for themselves in all campus affairs. Delta Upsilon was headed by officers Mike Messenger, president: Ray Schiefel- bcin, vice-president; Dan Anderson, secre- tary; and Joe White, treasurer. J. While. M Messenger. D Anderson. 49 Phi Kappa Pi Phi Kappa Pi began another eventful year with a Homecoming banquet held in the recreation room of their house. Seventy-five alums and actives were present to make it a very successful and en- joyable occasion. Soon after this came rush week and Merriraan again pulled through with a top- notch pledge class. This was shortly followed by their annual Apache Party, an affair to be long remembered by all. Once spring came rolling in, Merriman was one of the first to have their spring party. Highlighting the year with a memorable evening, the boys and their dates went to Tus- cumbia Country Club for dinner and dancing. Not to be outdone by the other houses, Merri- man won the Scholarship Improvement trophy as well as the scholarship trophy for having the highest house average. Outstanding in this field was Reese Griffiths with a 4.00 1. J. Kalar.gcs, J. Wcise J. Fawcett, J. Scmrad, J. Mugcrditchian, J. O'Connell, E. Pfeiffer. C. Herts. G. Schrom, It. Laske, II. Shin, B. Southern, D. Bcnka, G Fucilla. 2. J. Lucdtiv, P. KuSJOn, C. DoIceaI, G. John Griffiths, D. Louis, T. Wesncr, D. Tomczak, L. Doss: 3. R. Vendcn, C. Rutkowski, G. Sicvers, J. Wolff, R. Ruland, D. Brown, A. Peters, B. Bcin, J. Bcnka. J. Burdon, D. Smith. 50 D. Brown, D. Smith, P. Kasson, E. PfcifTcr. Always striving to keep a well-balanced house, which has been so characteristic of Phi Kappa Pi. the Merriman men have been well represented in athletics, R.O.T.C., Student Council, College Days, and have held several class offices. In Intra-mural sports Merriman finished high by taking third place. Likewise, in Varsity competition. Merriman has ex- hibited athletic prowess Pete Kasson was selected Little All-American by the As- sociated Press for football and was also co-captain of the team with. Dave Smith. As captain of the track team, Don Tomczak did a fine job and Doug Burnette headed the basketball team. The Merri- man pledges were also well represented in frosh sports with Rill Rein as co-captain of the football team. In other organiza- tions, Lorrie Doss made a name for him- self and his house as vice-president of the Student Council, a member of the exec- utive committee for Union Board, and chairman of the One Fund Drive. Merriman men were also active as officers in their classes and other school organizations. Roger Vcnden was Scnioi Class president, AI Peters was their treas- urer. Dick Louis was Sophomore Class vice-president, Jim Burdon was Sopho- more heller last fall, and Gene Schrom was Freshman Class secretary. Dick Brown headed the IFG as president, while Ted Peterson was president and Dan Rajewski treasurer of the R Club. Leading the men of Phi Kappa Pi through the year were: Dick Brown as president, Dave Smith as vice-president, Ed Pfeiffer as secretary, and Pete Kasson as treasurer. 51 !. J. Kubitz, K. Duccker, D Rcdenianti, D. Cclichowski, G. Schultz. 2. S. Schlafcr. B. Pansch, B. Osicwalski, 7'. Kcrschcr, T. Kuchl, D. Montonati, W. Placzankis. Alpha Phi Omega Alpha Phi Omega began the college year with fine representation on the grid- iron. Included in the Midwest Conference List of top scorers were: Dick Cclichowski, Bob Osicwalski, and Kurt Dueckcr. Dur- ing the Homecoming festivities the “West- men” entertained their alumni with a banquet at the Eagles Ciub. The rushing period brought West an excellent group of versatile anc active pledges. Among them were Scott Hal! President, Andy Fleming, and Freshman Homecoming Chairman, Byron Paulson. Jim Miller, Ed Meyer, Tim Williams, Byron Paulson, and Ron Case played on the Freshman foo:ball squad. Other extra- curricular activities in which the West pledges participated were basketball, rifle team, tennis, track, golf, APO, band, choir, and Student Council. After the pledging came to a close, a party was held in honor of the newly-initiated members. 52 Highlighting the first semester social functions was the famous “Gangster Party” with the participants wearing the costumes of the “underworld”. The active members of Alpha Phi Omega offered every Ripon athletic organization outstanding participants. Moreover, Dick Celichowski was one of the Junior class representatives of the Stu- dent Court. West also had many enthusi- astic supporters of the “Friday Club.” Early this spring, progress in nationaliza- tion occurred when the Grand Council of Phi Delta Theta came to campus. West is now- on the final step in seeking affilia- tion. Tuscumbia was the site of West’s last big social event of the year - their Spring Party. The fraternity functioned this year under the capable leadership of Tom Kerschcr, president; Kurt Dueckcr, vice- president; Bob Pansch, secretary; and Bob Osicwalski, treasurer. Alpha Phi Omega is looking forward to another successful year with hopes for nationalization. 1. 1 Ornahouz, D. Papke, M. Breitling, F Vfcyrr, J Miller, A. Fleming. 2 R. Boyd, J. Flakcr, B. Paulson, D. Lusscnhop, R. Burress, T. Williams, F. Hielsberg, M. Mullen, R. Case, R. Radcbaugh. 53 Sigma Alpha Epsilon “There is nothing like a Dame!” So sang the Wisconsin Beta chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon at the annual Spring Sing. The SAE’s did not capture first place, but they did a tremendous job of captivating the audience. Directing were Tony King and Jim McKay. In October the Sae's introduced themselves, their new home, and die “model room” to the campus. Later that month they teamed with Parkhurst to show that Charlie Morgan was the “Ugliest Man on Campus.” Charlie won the trophy and the other prizes for his sponsors, but these spoils were not undeserved as a record- breaking $466.62 was turned over to Alpha Phi Omega, service fraternity. Alter the fraternity learned of their fine pledge class they joined with Lyle to celebrate the occasion with an informal gathering. The next social event to be held was the Bowery Party. Dates arrived in costumes typical of the Bowery section of New York. The Legion on the Lake in Oshkosh hosted the Spring Party. All included, formal and informal social events, the SAE’s had many wonderful times. 1. B. Anderson. P. Modica, J. McKay, J. Parker, H. Dahlkc. 2. T. King, P. Jakstas, J. Corrigan, N. Canter, I). Jennings, K. Nigel, J. Skarr, T. Rogers, G. Peterson, G. Ooderski, K Piotrowski, R K re nek. 3 R. Bowman, J. Suomi, D. Fellinghain, J ILunwer, P. Larson, I. Anderson, S. Johnston, C. Rogers. D. Root, L. Juul, D. Reed. 54 D. Jennings, J. McKay. N. Canter. K. Piotrowski. But parties were not the only accom- plishments by the SAF s this year. On the Student Court the fraternity was repre- sented by Howie Dahlke. Howie, Jack Parker, and Curt Rogers were choir mem- bers. Curt was also vice-president of the Young Republicans and a member of the Union Board. Doug Morse wrote for the College Days. The treasurer of the Fresh- man class was Larry Juul. In the sports area SAR had fine repre- sentation in football, tennis, golf, and track. By the looks of the Intramurals there are many more potential athletes in the house, as SAE rated second among the seven fraternities in a very close race. Sigma Alpha Epsilon can look hark on their first full year as a national fraternity with pride. They have shown themselves to be a credit to the campus in all respects. Leading the fraternity were President Jim McKay, Vice-President Neil Canter, Secretary Dave Jennings, and Treasurer Karl Piotrowski. 55 1 N. Pirrron, J. Ropers. J. Cowley. D. Behring, D. ha Ynllre, D. Stanley. 2. D. Oonta, J. McClough, J. Ackley, D. Jahn, B. White, G. Enk, K. Fedor, K. Mitchell, D. Hunt. Sigma Chi This year found Sigma Chi retaining it’s tra- ditional position of outstanding leadership, scholar- ship, and activity participation among the college “Greeks.” Sigma Chi can boast a representative, if not an officer in almost every activity Ripon offers. A few of these officers arc: Bill Breen, YVRPN station manager; Howie Myers, Student Council treasurer; Bob Ridpatli, Junior class presi- dent and Religious Committee chairman; Ray Vande Moore, Psychology Club vice-president; Marty Latsons, president, and Craig Burnham, treasurer of the Young Republicans; Bob Olson, president, and Join Magcich, vice-president of the Young Democrats; Dick Brien. Union Board vice-president and Student Court bailiff. The new pledge class proved itself to be of the same high quality that characterizes the Epsilon Lambda chapter. Athletically, the 1959 class showed definite superiority with eight freshman football players, three basketball players, and an equally impressive number of future wrestling, tennis, baseball, and track stars. In the leadership area Ned Pierron held the position of Freshman class vice-president. In varsity athletics we find Don Lindsey and Verne Lewellen on the basketball court and the track. The tennis team holds Howie Myers, Ray Vande Moore, and Robb Rowe, while Jack Blake represents the house on the golf course. Socially the “Sigs” had a full year, starting with a Homecoming Banquet, then the Fall “Come Dressed as a Song” party at Tuscumbia, and finally the Sweetheart Ball at the Fond du Lac Town and Country Club. Along the informal lines there were tobogganing parties, casual lounge dances, and other “special” type parties. Charming Karen Brown reigned as the “Sweetheart of Sigma Chi” this year, and then passed her title on to the new sweetheart, Beth McMillan. 56 Homecoming brought Sigma Chi a ‘first” as they copped the trophy in the float contest. Howie Myers, candidate for Ugly Man on Campus received second place, as the “Sigs” worked side by sice with Lyle sorority. The Spring Sing found the house in the second jx sition. Most important was tiie Dean of Men s Leadership Trophy which was captured for the second year in a row. Officers Wes Lclinc, president; Bob Ridpath, vice-president; Bill Breen, treasurer; and Dave Miller, secretary; are to be complimented for a most remarkable and eventful year. J. Blake. W Lclinc, D. Miller. B. Breen. 1. J. Blake, D. Miller, H. Myers, F. Haberland. M. Lindsey R. Vandc Moore, R. Olson, R Churchill, T Lntsons, W. I.rline, R. Rowe B. Breen, C. MaeLcan, Bokhof, D. Brien, C. Eimon. C. Burnham. 2. B Pyc, T. Anderson, T. Magdich, D. 57 1. J. Paxton, D. Kcisncr, M. Lifschmz, S. Ball,'J. Rivera, L. Larson. B. Brenner 2. D. Mirisch. F. Schad, G. Paganis, R. Dicringer, J. IIowc. D. Digman, D. Robbins, D. I-oeser, D. Dcitch, J. Stedman. D. Wilson, H. Lewis. 3. T. Herrick, B. Zikmund, R. Ger'ach, B Proctor, B. Wagner, O. St. John, J. Delccuw, W. Ilcrbst. T. Clark, B. Filek, A Wittkopf, C. Welch. Theta Chi The Delta Omega chapter of Theta Chi has been well represented on campus this year, as in the past. Xo longer the traditional “boys from Bartlett Hall,” they have still retained their sense of brotherhood and unity in spite of their move to the Quads. In the late fall, Theta Chi began their social calendar with an open house, which drew compli- ments from all directions. Thoughout the evening students and faculty enjoyed their tour of the house. After that they proceeded to have a gay evening in the night club atmosphere of the lounge, which lent itself well to the band and the pretty Freshman girls who were hostesses. After this first big entrance to Ripons society this year, the hoys continued their good work with a Fall party at Tuscumbia, a Spring party in Fond du Lac, and their annual Sunday steak fry, all of which will be remembered as very' successful events. 58 But Theta Chi did not limit themselves merely to good parties. They were actively represented in athletics, Union hoard, Student Council, YVRPN, the Senior R.O.T.C. corps, and the Ski Club. Dave Mirisch did an outstanding job as presi- dent of this year’s Union Board and Dick Deitch, next year’s vice-president, will continue to uphold Theta Chi's reputa- tion for good leadership. In the line of sports, Theta Chi had individuals partici- pating in football, basketball, wrestling, and track. In Intra-murals they did not take any back-talk either. Besides having the most outstanding bowling team on campus, Bob Zikmund represented the midwest at the National Collegiate Bowl- ing Championship. This year’s pledge class consisted of a fine group of young men from Scott Hall. The title of Theta Chi’s Dream Girl was awarded to Julie Stibbe to make her their Dream Girl for two consecutive years. Through the year, this house has been headed successfully by Bob Procter as president, Jim Del ecu w as vice-president, John Stcdman as secretary, and Bob Filek as treasurer. 59 Sports —J. Kalanges, P. Kasson, T. Wcsncr, D. Tumczak, D. 3—D. Johnson, D. Montonati, J. Wolff, A. Bishoff, D. Cclichowski, D. Smith, J. Scmrad, R. Vcndcn, P.‘Bronson. Proper, R. Ger'.ach, J. Waltcrshtit, G. Schultz, J. Renka, D. 2—B. Osiewalski, A. Cizauskas, K. Duecker, K. Ix tiis, C. Rajcwski. J. Siorzcr. Wurl. G. Sicvcrs, L. Doss, J. Flaker, J. Weise, D. Bcnka. Varsity Football Ripon’s 1938 football team, under the new leader- ship of Coach John Storzer, will probably be remem- bered as one of the most spectacular also-rans in the Midwest conference. The Rcdmen placed third behind Coe and Carlcton in the final standings, with six wins and two losses. On the othei hand, the squad compiled an amazing 288 points during the season to break the old con- ference record of 270 points they had set a year earlier. The only two defeats the Rcdmen did have were handed to them by the first and second place teams, Coc and Carlcton. Ripon played host to St. Olaf in the first game of the season. Backs, Ducckcr and Osiewalski, led the team on a 28-point scoring spree in the first quarter. Ripon’s defense held St. Olaf to only 129 yards in total rushing, and the game ended in a 40 7 rout. The next week, at Coc. the Rcdmen dropped a 14—G contest to the Kohawks, who avenged a 1957 defeat Tire stout Coc defense allowed only one fourth-quarter touchdown. The third period was the big one for Ripon in the Grinnell game the following week. Rebounding from the Coc loss, the Big Red scored 21 points in the quarter to trounce their opponents, 12 0. After whipping perennial rival Lawrence 27 8, the Rcdmen returned home for their Homecoming contest against Carlcton. Carlcton scored twice early in the game, once on an intercepted pass and again on a short plunge from the five. Ripon’s Bob Osiewalski, in one of the most electrifying plays of the season, returned the Carlcton kickoff 95 yards for a touchdown. Another Ripon score by Cclichowski followed shortly. Duecker kicked both extra points and Ripon led at the half, 14 2. 62 In the third quarter Carleton again took a brief 18—14 lead with a long pass into the end zone. The Redmen marched back to the Carleton one-foot line, however, and Dave Smith carried the ball over for the score. Third quarter: Ripon—20; Carleton—18. Carleton wouldn’t be denied, though, and went on to score late in the fourth quarter to win, 24—20. Although the Redmen had lost their two key games, they played their best football during the last leg of the season. The squad scored over 150 points in their last three games, defeating Cornell 33—13. burying Knox 67—0, and winding up the season by scalping Monmouth. 53—0. There were some other facts, too, which look the sling from the two defeats. Dave Smith set a new individual scoring record of 102 points. Smith and Pete Kasson were named to the first string of the all-confcrcncc squad. Cclichowski and guard Jack Fladcr made the second team, and tackles Rutkowski and Walterscheit, guard Dan Rajewski, centers John and Dan Renka, and backs Duecker and Osicwalski were honorable mentions. 6 3 HM 64 — J. Cowley, J. Miller, R. Buchbcrgcr, P. Jakstas, B. Paulson, J. Locke, R. Case, R. Ruland. 2 — B. Boyd, J. Corrigan, E. Meyer, G. Enk, K. Nigel, R. Aikins, J. Ackley, T. llugdalil, F. Mitchell. 3 — T. Peterson, H. Lewis, T. Williams, K Fedor, T. Cernohouz, G. Fink, II Kennicott, B. Bcin, R. Haugom, L. Jess, U. Behring, E. Pieper (coach). Steered by Ed Pieper and co-captains Rill Rein and Bill “Iloppy” Boyd, the yearlings rushed to the first victory for a Kipon frosh football team in three years by defeating Lawrence 25—0. Quarterbacking the Young Redman were Bill Boyd and Jim Cowley, both successfully completing plays with Jim Corrigan for a tally. Ed Meyer, another seed for the varsity of 1959-60, scored twice, once on a double, reverse initiated by Bill Boyd and once on a 45 yard punt return. Unable to boast about the whole season, the frosh would rather absorb the Lawrence victory than the 7—0 loss suffered at Whitewater earlier in the season. Wrestling Midwest Conference Cornell 99 Carlcton 50 Knox 40 Grinnell 28 Lawrence 28 Ripon 23 St. Olaf 13 Beloit 9 Monmouth 5 Coe 0 — B. Brooks, L. Larson (captain), D Wilson, J. Semrad, J. Wolff. 2 T. Burkoth, G. Schrom, D. Robbins. W. Lyons, D. La Vallcc. 3 E. Pieper (coach), R. Farlcigh, B. Bcin, R. Racine, T. Kollrncyer. W. Knuih (not pictured). 65 — P. Kasson. D. Anderson. D. Montonati, A. Peter (captain), R Vendcn. 2 — J. Lane, J. Burdon, B. Spangler, D. Lindsey. 3 — J. Barr. K. Wciskc (coach), V. Lcwellen. Freshmen Varsity Standings Ripon 61 ... 70 Ripon 78 99 Ripon 63 ... ... Coe 74 Ripon 63 St. Olaf 82 Ripon 65 ... 77 Ripon 81 Cr.rlcton 92 Ripon 65 ... ... St. Olaf 83 Ripon 71 92 Ripon 83 ... 93 Ripon 81 64 Ripon 61 ... 67 Ripon 61 82 Ripon 56 ... 79 Ripon 73 88 Ripon 74 ... 87 (Ripon 8th in conference) Ripon 79 ... ... Coc 67 Captained through thick and thin by AI Peters, the Redraen finished another “take it on the chin” season in eighth place, being beaten out for the cellar only by Lawrence. Coach Kerniit “Doc” Weiske was un- able to find the depth needed to bring the team up the ladder. Irregardless of the over-all record., there were var- ious individual honors to he meted out. Pete Kasson was impressive enough to gain a first string ali-confcr- encc post. Game after game, Pete went up through thongs of opponents to drop the pellet through the hoop, averaging 22.7 points per game and equaling the school record of 471 points for a three year period. Pete’s nomination, along with captain Al Peters, for the most valuable player award brought his college basketball career to a glorious and respected finish. Juniors Vein Lewellen and Bob Spangler, never believing the game over regardless of the score, shone 1-A. Jarrcau, J. McClough. 2-D. Papke. 3-E Lehmann, '1'. Williams. in their hustle and fight. Vei n being well experienced in defense and Bob with the long tie-breaking “swishers”. Although Pete Kasson, Al Peters, Dan Anderson and Roger Venden passed from Riport’s ivy walls, the fans can look to Don Lindsey, Dick Montonatti and Jim Burdon as returning lettennen. Support will be given these experienced varsity cagers by Bruce White, Dick Papke, and Dave Lehmann who have graduated from the freshman ranks to join the var- sity. With these sophomores, the team will have the long-desired height and capable ball handling for the 1959-60 season. The record lor 1958-59 definitely coincides with that of the harriers, sadly in need of help, but if “Doc” Weiske’s first year at Ripon is any indication of the future, Ripon is on the upgrade in basketball, of this there is no doubt. 67 Midwest Conference In the 1958-59 season, Ripon hacl one of its small- est track team in the last decade but none the less it was outstanding. Finishing second in the Midwest Conference, the Redmen had more than their share of conference champions and record holders In the weights, Captain Don Tomc ak maintained his conference record by capturing a first in the shot- put and also pinring in the discus. Most valuable player Pete Kasson with 280J 2 points during the year kept up the Ripon tradition by gaining firsts in the pole vault and javelin. The one heart-breaking event for the seniors was Rob Osiewalski who had tied the Midwest Conference hurdle record in the qualifying event but pulled up with an injury in the finals settling for a third. With these seniors gone in the 1959-60 season, Dirk Celichowski and Darrell Johnson, who also placed in conference, will form the backbone of the Redmen. Cornell ........ Ripon .......... Carlcton ....... Lawrence ....... St. Olaf........ Beloit............ Grinnell ....... Monmouth ....... Knox............ Coe............. I-B. Southern, L. Larson, P. Foster, L. Jess. 2-K. Mitchell, D. Celichowski, P. Kasson, C. Wur), P. Daucr, D. Tomczak (captain). 3-E. Piepcr (coach), D. Smith, D. Johnson. D. Lindsey. R. Pansch, B. Osiewalski. J. Bunion. 56 1 5 301 5 27 1 2 27 24 1 5 24 16 9 7 1 5 3 6ft 1 L. Larson. P. Daucr. J. Blake, K. Mitchell, D. Martin. 2 — J. Whitford, C. Johnson, J. Dit'drich, J. Tichy, L. Beard. 3 — D! Robbins, B. Tichy, H. Holzkampcr. Cross Country Standings Grimicll . . 45 Ripon .. 15 Lawrence . 44 Ripon ..18 Carroll ... 40 Ripon . . 21 U.W.M. . . 43 Ripon .. 20 Beloit .... 40 Ripon .. 20 Cornell ... 40 Ripon .. 19 Oshkosh .. 31 Ripon . . 25 (Ripon ninth in Midwest Conference meet) The varsity cross country team left much to be desired after a last place finish i:i the 1958-59 season Midwest Conference meet. The team, captained by Larry Larson, had but two lettermen, Larry Larson and Jack Blake. However, support for the 1959-60 season will be gained from the returning freshman numeral winners. The freshman team set the Midwest Conference in a spin by running to an eighteen point edge over the nearest com- petitor. Lawrence, in the freshman telegraphic conference meet. Next year, freshman Bill Tichy, Jim Tichy, John Diedrich, and Hank Holzkampcr will hold four of the varsity positions while Jack Blake and Ken Mitchell will give the team added depth. The varsity cross country team has not won a meet for three years, a string which will hopefully be broken in the 1959-60 season. Captain 69 Midwest Conference Tennis Carle ton............628 St. Olaf ........... 629 Beloit ............. 641 Knox ............... 648 Grinnell........ .. 650 Lawrence............ 669 Coe................. 670 Cornell ............ 687 Ripon .............. 698 Monmouth............ 711 Midwest Conference Carleton............... 19 Grinnell .............. 16 Beloit ................ 13 Ripon .................. 7 Lawrence ............... 6 St. Olaf................ 6 Knox ................... 5 Cornell ................ 3 Coe........... 0 Monmouth ............... 0 70 4 1 — J. Lane. C. Max (manager), T. Wesner. 2 — K. Ducckcr, L Doss. R. Bottiglia, J. Cooley. R. Venden, D. Holden. 3 — R Gcrlach, D. Montonati. D. VVoltcr, N. Steinbach, N. Jesse, J. Wolff. D. Lisko, J. Storzer (Coach). Baseball 71 Our Coach Our Captain Headed for the top. Ripon showed some of the finest talent in the Midwest Conference this year. Coach John Storzer was nothing but smiles seeing his team finish above the .500 mark for an over-all record and at .500 in the conference standings. Roger Venden. a senior and three year veteran of the diamond, played host to the title of captain while Norm Stcinbach was elected the most valuable player. Norm, a hard hitting sophomore, pounded the ball at a phenomenal .500 clip with 25 bits in 50 trips to the plate. Four of the twenty five hits were big blows that cleared the bases while he added four doubles and a triple. Following Norm in the underclass ranks on the 1959 hit parade were Jim Wolff, a junior, who supported a hefty .358 average with six doubles and two homers and Dave Wolter, a sophomore, posting a .358 mark. A 7—1 victory in the season’s finale at Whitewater marked the climax of the bright season for Coach Storzer’s athletes. This day showed Stcinbach’s great versatility on the diamond, submitting his bid for the most valuable player honors. lie made his first start as a pitcher, turning in a sparkling four hit per- formance, however, his bat did not lie dormant as he led the Redmen at the plate with four hits of his own. Lettcrmen Roger Venden, Lorry Doss, Roland “Bottles” Bottiglia and Kurt Duecker will not be back next year but the fans on the warm spring afternoons can watch returning letter- men Danny Holden, Jim Wolff, Norm Stcinbach, Dave Wolter, Dick Montonati, Jim Lane and Norm Jesse in their attempts to better the record established by their predecessors in the successful 1958-59 baseball season. Most Valuable Player After the Game Standings Northern Division St. Olaf............ 7—1 Carleton ........... 5 — 3 Ripon .............. 4 4 Beloit.............. 3 — 5 Lawrence ........... 1 — 7 Southern Division Coe ................ 7 — 0 Grinnell ........... 4 — 3 Monmouth ........... 4 — 3 Knox ............... 2 — 6 Cornell ............ 1 — 6 72 Final Standings Delta Upsilon S. A. E. Merriman Sigma Chi West Sigma Nu Theta Chi Independents I — J. Benka, D. Mirisch, J. Skaar. 2 — H. Myers, B. Tichy, T. Kuchl, D. Hartfield, E. Anderson. Intra-Murals Under the capable leadership of Dave Mirisch, the Intra-Mural Board composed of one repre- sentative from each fraternity on campus and one from the Independents successfully planned the I.M. schedule and formulated the rules and regula- tions for each sport. The purpose of the Intra- Mural Board was to provide a well rounded athletic program, consisting of all sports, for those who do not compete in freshman or varsity athletics. Starting the year ofT, SAE drove to a football championship and the playoffs with the All-Star composed of members of each fraternity and the independents. Equally strong on the basketball court, SAE found one block and had to settle for a tie with Merriman. Moving indoors for the winter, Theta Chi gained a championship at the Pin Bowl and West followed by taking the vollcv- hall championship. Spring brought a change to the intra-mural highlights as Delta Upsilon put away the golf and softball championships and last, but not least, the I.M. trophy. Throughout the year, the Intra-Mural Board met weekly to plan the forthcoming events and foster its aim. to create good sportsmanship, keen competition, and friendship amongst all students.” 73 Rifle Teams 1958-59 marked the beginning of a new and stronger Ripon College R.O.T.C. rifle team. Over one-half of the marksmen were freshmen and can be exjjected to come back to com[x se even a stronger team in the 1959-60 school year. Most of the sophomores who packed the extra power will be back to fire again while members of the advanced R.O.T.C. Under the leadership and training of Captain Wes- ley H. Brower and Sergeant Lars O. Karlson, the rifle team traveled over iev snow-clad roads to all parts of the state to fire in competition. The Milwaukee Sjx rts Show was just one of the many meets in which the rifle team made a respect- able showing. In competition with schools of the Mid- west Conference (Navy and Air Force R.O.T.C. included), the University of Wisconsin, U.W.M., and Marquette, Ripon finished fourth only to U.W.M., Marquette, and St. Norbcrts and defeated both the University of Wisconsin and Lawrence by sizable margins. Not alone this year, the men’s rifle team and the new R.O.T.C. staff inspired the formation of a women’s rifle team which can be expected to bo a permanent fixture in the Department next year. 74 1- J. Blake, L. Larson, R. Venden. P. Kasson. J. Semrad, R. Pansch. D. Rajewski. 2- M. Watson, K. Duccker. J. Wcisc, I). Jennings, D. Miriseh, I ) Lewis, J. Cooley, J. Flaker. 3-J. Benka, D. Tomezak, L. Doss, J. Wolff, D. Smith, C. Wurl, J. Burdon. R. Gerlach, D. Benka. 4-J. Pcnicnak, R. Vandc Moore, P. Larson, C. Ruikowski. D. Ar.dcrson, A. Peters, R. Olson. This year the Ripon lettermen continued the tradi- tion of the “R” club by sponsoring the annual Home- coming dance and other phases of the Homecoming. Under the leadership of Kurt Duccker who suc- ceeded Ted Peterson, a mid-term’ graduate, the “R” club was still expanding at the close of school in June. Throughout the year the members of the “K club ran the concession stands at both basketball and foot- ball games. T arry' T.arson was secretary and chairman of the program committee which provided programs for most athletic events at the college. W R A 75 Organizations 1. N. Reno, P Johnson, J. Brown, B. Johnson. 2. J. Pierce, J. Prout, J. Albrecht, N. Cason. 3. B. Stout, R. Krcuscr. Student Council The 1958-59 Student Council has followed in the steps of previous councils with an impressive record. Feeling that there is much room for improvement in any organiza- tion, this year’s Council has taken immediate action upon the constructive criticisms they have received by building, by far, one of the finest and most effective Councils we have ye; had at Ripon. Neal Cason, with the assistance of the Council, has con- centrated on their quest for self-government and the general welfare of the student body. Among their many successful programs the Council boasts of a car committee, formed to work with the Dean of Men to consider all problems concerning cars on campus, redistribution of offices in the Student Union, a satisfactory set of rules made concerning Freshman hazing, a resolution sent to W.S.G.A. for the changing of women’s hours, a report of the judicial groups on campus made available to the student body, a pay phone installed in the Student Union, a committee formed to improve student conduct at convocations, and committees handling Orientation, Homecoming, the One Fund Drive, and Parents’ Day, made responsible to the Student Council. 78 “This council is established to give self government to the students of Ripon College. . . This statement is from the Preamble of the Student Council constitution and thanks to the untiring work of our President Nea! Cason, Vice-President Lorenzo Doss, Secretary Joyce Prout, and Treasurer Howie Myers, the goal and purpose of the Council has been attained. One of the most important innovations envisioned by the Council is the increased social program planned which will aid greatly in solving some of the campus problems now confronting the student body. This year, the major aim of the Council has been that of plac- ing student self-government and all extracurricular programs in their proper role of building a better and more complete campus life. To a great degree this has been achieved and it remains for the students in the coming years to capitalize upon the progress made during 1950-59. Student Court The Student Court has been in existence for five years. The duty of the Court is to try student body disciplinary cases that arise during the year. At the Midwest Government Conference, held this year, delegates from other Midwestern colleges felt that the Ripon Student Court was the best and the strongest form of student government in the Midwest. They decided that the principle of being judged by one’s peers is an important fact of true student self-government. The structure of the Court is consistent with the accepted governmental systems. The officers are: Court Chairman, Dick Schulze; Vice Chair- man, Joe White; Prosecutor, Ray Schiefclbcin; Bailiff. Dick Brien; Recording Secretary, Eva Mac Jay; and the voting members who make up the jury arc: Senior members, June Eggert and Howie Dab Ike: Junior members, Jan Gotsch and Dick Celichowski; and Sophomore member, Darrell Johnson. The maturity and wise judge- ment shown by the members of the 1958-59 Student Court arc credits to the members themselves and to the entire student judicial system. . D. Gray. J. Eggcrt, M. Mclnick. 2. L. House, B Kouba, G. Anderson, P. Pankey, I). Suckow, J. Stallard C. Semradek, M. Murner, I). Haubrich. Women’s Self-Government Association The Women’s Self-Government Association functioned well in its capacity of providing responsible policies for all women on campus. The W.S.G.A. has the ad- ditional task of furthering the spirit of unity among the women students of the college bv increasing their sense of individual and group responsibility and by acting as an official body to express the opinion of women students in matters of general college interest A revised constitution and set of by-laws were introduced at a meeting of Fresh- man women. The efforts to provide the best possible government were not concluded with the revision, however. Board members traveled to Black River Falls and the convention of the International Association of Women Students in November. Besides its regular duties, the Association also s|x nsored a successful Tea Dance at Christmas time. Officers were: June Eggert. president; Delores Gray, vice-president; Joan Bade, secretary; and Marlene Melnick, treasurer. ao s I FRESHMAN I. K. Wells, A. Jarreau. 2. L. Juul, N. SOPHOMORE 1. B. Tykal. 2. D. Lewis. J. Jeffrey. Missing. T. Pierron. Magdich. 1. R. Laihrop, L. Viksne, D. Farrand. 2. D. Johnson, S. McCulloch, J. Comfort. Debate The climax of the debate season came with the national Pi Kappa Delta convention this spring. Four Ripon debaters spent the week orating, speaking ex- temporaneously, and debating. Earlier in die season the debators, Ross Lathrop, Dick Johnson, Duffy Farrand, John Farr, Joe Com- fort, Scott McCulloch, Joanne Tostrud, and Liga Viksne travelled to cities in Wisconsin and Illinois to meet teams from Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Northwestern, Marquette, and Bradley Universities. Ripon’s own James Oratorical Content was won by Ross Lathrop. Sue Landig placed second. Ross Lathrop and Scott McCulloch represented Ripon at a Carroll College convocation debate with two students from that school. When Carroll sent their two debators here, Dick Johnson and Duffy Farrand met them on the speaking platform. This was not a contest but an informal debate presented for the enjoyment of the faculty and the students. Pi Kappa Delta Ripon’s Wisconsin Alpha Chapter of Pi Kappa Delta, national honorary forensics fraternity, travelled to Bowling Green University in Ohio this spring to attend the bi-annual convention of the fraternity. Representing Ripon were Ross Lathrop, Scott Mc- Culloch, Joanne Tostrud, and Liga Viksne. Initiated into Pi Kappa Delta this year were Dick Johnson, Duffy Farrand, John Farr, Joseph Comfort, and Scott McCulloch. In cooperation with the Speech Department, the chapter played host to the individual events state finals of National Forensic League. Ross Lathrop, president, Joanne Tostrud, vice presi- dent, and Liga Viksne, secretary, stepped down from their offices this spring as Dick Johnson, president, Ross Lathrop, vice president, Joseph Comfort, secretary, and Joanne Tostrud, corresponding secretary, took their places. { t ' 82 Ripon College Choir The College Choir, under the direction of Edwin C. Willson, opened its series of performances for the year with Lite ‘Messiah” by Handel. The group was supplemented by singers from Ripon church choirs to make a total of 125 voices, accompanied by a 25 piece orchestra. Following this performance the choir ap- peared in a Christmas convocation program featuring “A Ceremony of Carols” by Benjamin Britten. Early in the second semester the choir was scheduled to present another convocation program. Upon arrival at the College Theater, it was discovered that there had been no heat in the building throughout the cold February night. After bundling up in their winter coats the choir appeared on stage to present one or two token selections, an apt choice being “Summer- time”. Two weeks later, under better conditions, the entire program was presented. The Morse Family Singers appeared as guests. To many of the choristers the highlight of the year was the performance of the “Requiem” by Gabriel Fame. This was presented as the final concert of the 1959 Fine Arts Festival with Dr. Rcinhold Sundeen of the College Infirmary, and Mrs. Robert Wilson, faculty wife, as soloists. The last performance of 1958-59 found the choir singing at the Baccalaureate service in the newly re- modeled Scott Street Church. 83 T. Jackson, L. Foster, J Cooley, J. Stallard, C. Holm, J. Tostrud, J. Wolff, J. Hatch, B. McMillan. Ripon College Theatre Caustic Madame Desmortes and her spinster companion. The Ripon College Theatre is ait organi- zation of students interested in drama. The productions of this year, although limited due to the illness of the director, Mr. Richard Bergstrom, were some of the finest ir. comparison with productions previously presented by a Ripon College Theatre group. The drama season was opened in Octo- ber with “Ring Around the Moon,” a comedy by Jean Anouilh. In this sophisti- cated comedy, the author has given em- phasis to certain aspects of human ex- periences such as love and the possession of money. To unfold his ideas, Anouilh presents a story of twin brothers, shy and sensitive Hugo, and aggressive and heart- less Frederic. Isabelle, a beautiful dancer expresses the ideas and provides the actions which lead to the conflict between the two brothers. Making a convincing performance of the leading parts. Hugo-Frederic and Isabelle, w'crc Anthony Jackson and Linda Foster. 84 Isabelle’s scatter-brained mother en- trances a general at the ball. Funniest scene in the play! Members of the Theatre group, Roland “Bottles Bottiglia, Ken Tuber, Jack Cooley, and Tim Burr, ctlso presented scenes from John Steinbeck’s “Of Mice and Men” and Sean O’Casey’s “Juno and the Paycock.” The popularity of this performance was some- what limited, though, due to the boisterous brogue of Tim Burr which interrupted the usual behavior of the Gonvo “captives.” The Ripon College Theatre group is look- ing forward to a busy season in 1960-61 now that Mr. Bergstrom is recovered. We wish them the best of luck. I I. v. Eng, A Walters, C. McNclis, J. Novotny. 2. P. Vesely. B. Breitzman, T. Gregg, S Arnold. Ripon Unaffiliated Women 86 Ripon Unaffiliated Men J. Ramos, L. Board. J. Viiar. M. Tomkies. S. Adcmoworc, J. Gruhlkc, A. Seymour, B. Stout, B. Preuss, G. Cockrell, E. Gilbertson, II. Cookis. Seated. C. McNclis. Standing. D. Johnson, M. Tom kies, L. Beard, C. Mueller, N. Mistretta. The College Days This year the Days returned to the regular bi-wcekly publication schedule. The Days’ staff saw a lot of people come ar.d a lot of people go, but tire paper was consistently published to bring the news to its readers. Anina Raddant, Maude Elmore, Carroll McNclis, Nelis Mistretta, and Lloyd Beard attended the Asso- ciated Collegiate Press Conference in Chicago, Novem- ber 13—15. At the conference they received many ideas on ways to improve a newspaper both mechanical and content wise. Al Capp addressed the entire group and many well known newspaper men led discussion groups and presented panel discussions. Carroll McNclis was editor of the Day's the first part of the year and Bill Stout replaced her the sec- ond semester. 38 The Scribbler Ripon College has a literary magazine. The name of this magazine is “The Scribbler”. It is filled with articles written by creative writers. These writers are members of Ripon College. But, more than this, they reflect the spirit of our society. The hope and despair, the problems of our time and the attitudes with which we face these problems arc presented in literary form. And “The Scribbler” gives jx-ople a chance It gives them a chance to write about what they want to write about, and it gives them a chance to have their articles published. This is very good. All writers want to write and to have what they write published. And my name is Ken Luber: I’m editor of “The Scribbler” and the people who help me because I’m helpless are Craig Mac Lean, Herb Cookis, Carol Mueller, and Richard Brien. We also have an advisor, a member of the faculty who has a name: Mr. Edward Nicrcnbcrg. Anti this year we had an issue. Ken Luber 1. II. Cookis. K. Luber, C. Mueller Union Board 1 P. Platt, B. Willers, V. Eng, D. Jchr.son. 2. C. Rogers, C. Welch, D. Deitch, L. Jcsj, D. Robbins. “The purpose of the Union Board is to provide the entire student body with the type of social program that they desire.' The Board realizes the importance of the social life on a small campus and is continually stri ing to improve it in all ways that arc possible. Under the competent leadership of David Mirisch, President, Dick Bricn, Vice-President, and Barbara Krieps, Secretary, the Board has grown tremendously in prestige and function. It has grown from a small eight man committee to a well-coordinated eighteen- member board. The Union Board has organized many of the campus activities; some of the most outstanding being “Night on the Town’’, the Dave Bruheck Jazz Concert, Spring Sing, the Halloween and Bcatr.ik parties, the Ski l’rip. Union Board movies and Spring and Winter Days. For efficiency, order, avoidance of self-glorification and a genuine wish to bo of service, the Union Board cannot he easily surpassed. All we can do is thank them for their efforts which have been both many and fruitful. 1. B. Krieps. D. Mirisch, 1). Bricn. 2. C. Mueller, M. Pichl, R. Rowe, (J. Klaner, J. Baum. 90 P. Jochimsen, G. Renner. B. Jochimftcn, R Brad beer, F. Jayc. Seated: B. Aikins. WRPN With an extensive change in ‘both personal and studio appearance this year. WRPN made its biggest advancement in years. The studios were moved from Tracy Hall to Smith Hall, where a great deal of trans- formation occurred. Accoustical material was put up: equipment was moved, relocated and checked out. New materials were purchased and installed; by the end of the first semester the transition was complete, and WRPN was sending out the clearest signal in the history of Ripon College Radio. For the first semester the radio staff was headed by a competent station manager, Bill Breen. Also on the staff and ably assisting Bill were Bill Jochimsen as program manager; Cy Wcltmcr. librarian; George Renner, chief engineer; also Fred Jaye, engineer. At the beginning of the second semester WRPN acquired both a new station advisor. Miss Pcncloi e Ramaker, a speech instructor at the College, and a new station manager. Bill Jochimsen. He was assisted by Pat Horr as librarian and engineer; Pete Jochimsen as business manager: and Jim Pierce, who was in charge of sales and publicity. 91 I. J. Succcnti, Dr. Judson, Dr. Webster, Dr. Fleming, B. De Wald. 2. J. Vilar. E. Rivera. E. T;bbott, K. Kahl. K. Benson. M. Tomkies, K. Tucker. B. Stout, J. Hosszu, S. Thcbault. B. Paulson, W. Opal. B. l.usscnhop, D. laves. J. Kamos, T. Mosch. Alpha Phi Omega This was a very special year for the Lambda Zeta Chapter of Alpha Phi Omega, National Service Fra- ternity, for it marked the fifth anniversary of the Chapter’s founding at Ripon. This was also a very busy year for Alpha Phi Omega. The Fraternity started the year in high gear with the “Ugly Man Contest-'; due to a hard-fought battle between “Ugly Charlie Morgan’'sponsored by Sigma Alpha Epsilon and Alpha Xi Delta, and Howie Myers, sponsored by Sigma Chi and Alpha Chi Omega, the contest netted an extremely substantial return of $800. This contest made possible many subse- quent projects. A scholarship was awarded each semester, permanent phone directories were piaccd by all house phones on campus, a permanent sign for East Mall was constructed, and a bulletin board was piaccd in the L’nion for student use. Alpha Phi Omega is looking forward to the future with the hope that, in the next five years, it will be able to provide an even better program of seivice than in the past. m 92 Phi Beta Kappa Phi Beta Kappa, national scholastic honorary fra- ternity was the first Greek letter organization. It was founded in 1776 at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg. Virginia. The purpose of the society is to recognize and encourage scholarship, friendship, and cultural interests. The Ripon College Chapter, Epsilon of Wisconsin, was established in 1952 when a charter was granted to the members of Phi Beta Kappa officially connected with the College as teachers or administrators. Included in this group are Dean Robert P. Ashley, Miss Mary Beaumont, Dr. Edwin G. H. Comfort, Dr. Nelson V. Davis, Dr. Donald G. Dunlap, Dr. John F. Glaser, Dr. Robert V. Hannaford, Mrs. Lyman S. V. Judson, Mr. C. Wayne Larson, Mrs. Marjory D. Lyons, Dean Jean van Hcngcl, and Mr. Leonard W. Vaughan. Each spring the chapter elects as members a re- stricted number of Seniors, primarily on the basis of scholarly achievement and broad cultural interests. Among the specific minimum qualifications for eligi- bility at Ripon are an accumulative point ratio of at least 3.5. a liberal arts major, and a predominantly liberal course of studies. Neal Cason, Joseph White, and Douglas Gonzales were the seniors elected to membership this year. . . D. Cray, B. Spalding, S Allen, M Deplcwski 2. Dr. Lockhart, M. Tomkics, Mr. Fehlnndt, Dr. Hooker, Mr. Guiet. Dr. Zei. Phi Sigma lota The Sigma Alpha chapter of Pin Sigma Iota is a small national honorary romance language fraternity located on Ripon’s campus. Membership in Phi Sigma lota has long Ijeen one of the highest aims of every romance language major. Requirements for member- ship in Phi Sigma Iota are kept very high in order to maintain their fine scholarship record. To be a mem- Language Clubs The object of the language clubs at Ripon College language is studied in the classroom, as well as pro is to encourage attempts for a bettei understanding meting the study and use of these languages on a of the jx'oplc and customs of those countries whose conversational basis. ber, one must have a three-point accumulative grade point, no less than a B average in their language, and must be taking advanced romance language courses. The officers are: President, Delores Gray; Recording Secretary. Lynn Scherbarth; and Corresponding Secre- tary, Dr. Hooker. . J Zimin. J hardier. L. Viksnc. 2 Dr. Lockhart, K. Ewers. S. Arnold, A. Costatas French Club The French Club has accomplished many of the objects of the language clubs. Meeting once a month the members had many interesting discussions on French life. Movies were shown to the members, one of which was “L’ Auberge Rouge.v They also went to Milwaukee to see a French play. The officers of the French Club arc: president. Kathy Ewers; secretary, Virginia Van Donk. 94 . A. Ramos. J. Vilar. E. Rivera. 2. C. Anderson, M. Deplcwski, J. Zinda. Spanish Club This year the Spanish Club began its activities by showing colored slides of Puerto Rico. Other activities included studies of Spanish art and music and slides of Mexico. The highlight of the year was the Christinas dinner complete with Spanish cook- ing and a pinata held at Dr. Hooker s house. The officers of Spanish Club are: president. Carla Anderson; vice-president, Eddie Rivera; secretary, Jose Vilar. Slavic Club The Slavic Club was organized this year with the addition of the department of Russian to Ripon College. Varied discussions on Russian culture, its economic and jx litical set-up. and slides shown by a faculty member of his recent trip to Russia have been enjoyed by Ripon students. Slavic Club officers are: president, Eddie Rivera; secretary, Kathy Ewers; and treasurer, Carol Tvaroh. I. M. Latsons, M. Latsons, V Decker 2. E. Rivera, Dr. Jedrzejcwicz. 3. K. Ewers. 95 One Fund Drive SEA I ED: I.. Doss. STANDING: K Benson. J. Albrecht. D. Lewis, K. Tucker, C. Beall, B. Ridpath. The One Fund Drive was initiated in 1953 to help meet the needs of the college extracurricular activities program. This drive is organized to make a single, annual solicitation of funds from the businessmen of Ripen. The funds collected arc allotted in accordance with the needs of these organizations. Some of the many organizations that benefit from the drive are: Student Council, Union Board, Convocations, College Days, Crimson, Scribbler, Theater, Orientation, Ath- letics, R.O.T.G., and Drill and Rifle Teams. This year’s drive, under the able direction of Mr. Rcdford and Lorric Doss, ran from December 1 through December 6. Solicitors for the drive were recruited from the organizations involved. The drive proved to be a very successful undertaking, as it is every year. Besides free printing and advertising ftom Smokies and WCYVC, the businessmen generously con- tributed a total of $2,624. Young Republicans The Young Republicans C lub is one of the most recently formed organizations on the Ripen College campus. The organizational meetings produced a con- stitution and the following officers were elected: chair- man. Martin Latsons; vice chairman, Curt Rogers: treasurer, Craig Burnham; secretary. Jane Jeffrey. The group participated in a door to door campaign for Republican Van Pelt, who was re-elected. They pro- vided transportation to and from the polls and acted as |X 11 watchers. Their efforts in the get-out-and-votc campaign were rewarded by a record turnout at the polls. In Spring the group co-sponsored a banquet commemorating the founding date of the Republican Party in Ripon. Future plans include increasing the membership and working for a victory in I960. Religious Committee To inspire religions life on the campus, the Religious Committee has been in charge of the chapel services and the prayers in the dining hall. The highlight of the year was the “Religion in Life’’ program held on April 9th and 10th. Outstanding ministers and faculty members took part in the program, lecturing about the different aspects of religion. Bob Ridpath led the committee as president and Nancy Reno was secretary. The committee consisted of Buzz Weaver, Betty Miller, Ray Vande Moore, Jeff McClough, Cheryl Fousc, Bruce Churchill,and Andrea Walters. Psychology Club The second semester of this very- a new extra- curricular club was formed and proved successful by the enthusiastic participation of interested students. This was the Psychology Club, whose purpose was to promote interest in the field of psychology among the students. First on the slate of activities for the club was the election of officers for the coming year. Jan Albrecht was chosen president; Ray Vande Moore, vice-presi- dent; Carol Grant, corresponding secretary; and Mag- gie Johnston, recording secretary. Activities included films on hypnosis, several dis- cussion groups concerned with problems in psychology, a talk by l)r. Hannaford, Assistant Professor of Phi- losophy at the College, and a speech on therapy and experimental studies by Dr. H. Oondlein, professor from the University of Wisconsin. Next year the group is anticipating trips to Madi- son and more guest speakers. Feature This is a story about a college called Ripon. Well, it’s not really about the college. It’s about the people in it. It's a true story with real people. The story begins with an orientation week and finishes with a commencement. In between, there arc some parties and dances and Brubecks and symphony- orchestras. There’s not much in it about classes or books since they would de- stroy the continuity'. It’s a story that’s told every year, but each year the characters are new and the plot is a little different. Well, you can see for yourself. . . . Brubeck and Bottles Brubcck and piano Brubeck and fans Brubeck sans piano Dave Brubeck Minneapolis Symphony Symphony under Skylights 103 Homecoming AH Hail The Queen! I he Court — Mines. Maher. Gotch, Stibbe. O’Leary, and Haubrich. 101 106 R IPO N THE THINKING MANS CHOICE ! I I ■ 8 Although the homecoming festivities were slightly dampened by a combination of the weather and Ripon’s stunning loss to Carleton. the usual happy schedule of parades, parties, and dances continued unabated. The greased-poie fight was again a lost cause for the frosh, but they had earned their freedom. And this year, as every year it seemed, the smiles were broader, the girls prettier, and the Pub House was doing a land-office business. 107 The Dances Holly i Military I no Ball Spring 113 AAA a r@ KLX Throe Greek Organizations chose to affiliate with nationals during the year. The Crimson staff takes this opportunity to congratulate them on what we believe were excellent choices. j 116 y Spring replaced winter as it always docs, and with it came the fads, the foolishness, and the fun. The year seemed to have come and gone much too quickly. It had been a memorable and important year, but now it was nearly over. Caps and gowns were the signs of the times, and commencement was upon us almost before we knew it. Commencement -v- I 119 The Seniors weren’t Seniors any more. They had become part of the nebulous group wc call alumni. We’ll miss them, it’s true, but the recovery will be rapid. It’s silly to say we’ve lost them, for nearly all will return like clockwork every homecoming for several years to come. Yes, they'll be back. Like everyone else, they’ve complained about the convos and the Spot and the women’s hours, but they’ll be back. That’s the thing about Ripon. 121 Editor-in-Chief Sharon Adams Business Manager John Diedrich Advisor Miss Edna Hood Organizations Karen Schneider Editor Jan Brown Jean Vermilye Greeks Joanne Tostrud—Editor Sue Strickland Judy Lai c her Sports • Jack Blake-—Editor Judy Zinda Faculty and Seniors Barb Johnson—Co-editor Karen Van Epps—Co-editor Feature Dick Threlkeld—Editor Art Judy Baum Editor Photographers Paul Dauer—First Semester Lloyd Beard—Second Semester Layout Chris Johnson—Editor 122 1. J. Tostrud. 2. J. Blake, J. Died rich, K. Schneider, C. Johnson, B. Johnson. Crimson Putting out a yearbook is a harrowing experience. Every page lias its own series of crises and problems which must he solved. All in nil. though, the Crimson lias been enjoyable in its own nervewracking way. YVe have tried an innovation this year with full- color division pages. Lloyd Beard and Bill Breen com- bined their photographic talents to make this feature an outstanding one. Our thanks also to Gerry Bedford and Carl Steiner, who more than anyone made the Crimson a reality. YVe also want to thank Michcal Conte who again did a fine job on the Senior pictures. We hope you enjoy the Crimson and that it will, in its own way, help you to remember Ripen College. 123 I. J. Zinda 2. K Van F.pps, J. f-archer, S. Strickland. Patrons Chipman’s Department Store Condon Oil Company First National Bank Creen Giant Company Radio Station WCWC Sustaining Advertiser's Manufacturing Company Arthur’s Men’s Shop Blocdcl . Suckow C. II. Tinkham Insurance Agency Davis Super Market Ripon Foods. Inc. Ripon Knitting Works Ripon Laundry Ripon State Bank Speed Queen, Division of MeGraw Edison Company Subscribers Ripon Commonwealth - Press R • Line Foods, Inc. Smokey’s Printing and Lithographing The Spot Restaurant Pizza Kitchen Van Metre's, Inc. Subscribers Ace Hardware Alan’s Jewelry Company, Inc. Arden C. Krueger. Builders Berg Bros. Flee trie Bicgick’s Garage Blocdcl’ , Inc. Bob’s Pastry Shop Borden’s (Marvin Stark, Distributor) BreadBasket Bakery Bryden Plumbing Heating Company Campus Beauty Shop Clifford C. Haima Insurance Agency Dean's Texaco Station Dick’s Dairy Bar Diedrirh Insurance Agency Dicdrich Jewelry Company Dr. A. D. Biumenshinc Dr. John J. Arnold Dr. J. T. La Ham Dr. Leonard Karel Dr. Leroy A. Yeomens, Chiropractor Dr. Ralph Licking Dr. Richard L. Carlcy Dr. R. J. Vlasnik Dr Robert E. Meyer Dr. Russell S Pclton Dr . Bachus, Watson Dittincr Dr . Schuler Sundeen DuBois Super Market Farvour Agency Fox River Glove Company, Inc. Fullerton Lumber Company Gamble’s Gchrkc Paint Store George Holdorf (Scaliest Distributor) Gray’s Drug Store Hadcr Pharmacy Ilamic’s Standard Service Harold Rupnow II. Luetke Son Hoffman Ratdo Service Homer Insurance Agency House of Stuart Jack and Jill Shop Jack's Standard Service Johnson Tire Appliance Company Kathryn’s Women’s Wear Kelsey’s Barber Shop King’s Frock Shop Kohl Hardware Company Laurence's Interiors Les’ Market Lowe Funeral Service Mann Hayes Law Offices Michael N. Conte Studios Milt's Liquor Store Moxie’s Arcade Nesbitt Kay, Attorneys Parfitt’s Studio Patrick’s Women’s Apparel Pin Bowl Bowling Alleys Pin Bowl Restaurant Ramsey’s LG.A. Store Republican House, Inc. Ripon Beauty Shop Ripon Bcotcry Ripon Federal Savings Loan Association Ripon Greenhouse Ripon Hardware Company Ripon Home Bakery Ripon Lumber Company Ripon Sport Shop Ripon Variety Store Ripon Veterinary Hospital Ripon Walgreen Agency Drug Store, Inc. Robert C. Born, Attorney Ronnie’s Super Market Roy's Barber Shop Scars Roebuck Company Scesc-Hall Men’s Clothing Schneider’s Restaurant Schrader Building Material Fuel Co. Schultz Honey Farms Schure Auto Body Shop, Inc. Smith Jewelers Stanley R. Benkoski Agency Suzanne’s Beauty Salon Svend’s Barber Shop Thorp Finance Corporation Van Rhyn's Steak House- Vogue Cleaners WCWC Wesr.cr's, Inc. Western Auto Associate Store Wisconsin Power Light Company 124 Compliments Compliments BADGER SPORTING GOODS of a 418 State Street Madison, Wisconsin FRIEND Dutch Leonard John Kotz 1 Compliments Compliments of a of a FRIEND FRIEND I CRIMSON c
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