San Antonio College - El Alamo Yearbook (San Antonio, TX)

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Maureen Douglas Sylvia Esparza Virginia Fritze Kay Hodges Betty Jo Hooge Paula Meadows James Tabor Emily Teague Daniel Aguirre Josephine Briseno James Cooper National Fraternity Enrolls Journalists The ALPHA DELTA chapter of BETA PHI GAMMA, initiated 10 new members this spring at the traditional Pubhcations Banquet. This national coeducational journalistic fra- ternity was first chartered at San Antonio College on May 20, 1950, by Mrs. Julian P. Cooke who presided at the initiation this year. Those inducted include Phyllis Barbour, Wil- liam Cooper, Maureen Douglas, Sylvia Esparza, Virginia Fritze, Kay Hodges, Betty Jo Hooge, Paula Meadows, Emily Teague, and James Tabor. These students met the requirements after be- ing recommended by the sponsor and editor, by having worked on the publication one semester, and by having aB+ average. Mrs. Julian P. Cooke, former Publications sponsor and founder of the Alpha Delta chapter of Beta Phi Gamma National Honorary Coeducational Journal- istic Fraternity, conducts the initiation of in new members at the Publications Banquet. For her 100 years of teaching. Mrs. Edith King was presented with a big cake by Josephine Briseno. 151

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At right, officers Nadine Bippert and David Karney preside as new members receive the symbols of initiation at the spring semester ceremony. Top Scholars Stage First Book Auction Phi Theta Kappa ' s auction of quality fiction and non-fiction books netted |100 which will en- able the fraternity to send a member to the region- al convention next year. David Karney attended the national con ' ention in Aberdeen, Maryland, last spring. The BETA NU chapter of PHI THETA KAP- PA, whose objectives are to promote scholarship, develop character, and cultivate fellowship among students, was organized in 1932. To be eligible for membership students must have a 2.5 grade- point average. Dr. William Samelson spoke at the spring in- itiation-banquet held in the Shangri-La Ballroom. Sponsors are Mr. Charles Lewis and Mr. Frank Smyrl. First row: Mary Rentz, vice-president; Nadine Bip- pert, secretary-treasurer; Jean Simpson, historian; Gayle Gayoso, chaplain; Larry Abernathy, Carol Cater, Mary Cathy, Carol Cooper. Second row: Robert Craft, Sandra Eichelbaum, John Fey, Judy Fields, Julie Gross, Gordon Haegelin, Elizabeth Hooge, Elizabeth Irwin. Third row: Gary Killey, Ernestine Klatt, Melva Kohutek, Eugene Levy, Helvia McCleary, Sally Matheney, Joyce Palmieri, Wilton Pate. Fourth row: Marilyn Putsche, Sarah Revely, James Richard- son, Elaine Stewart, Donald Walden, James Wright, Mr. Charles Lewis, Mr. Frank Symrl. 150

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First row: Debbie Ewing, fall president; Patricia Quick, secretary-treasurer; Charles Bazaldua. Second row: Crystal Foster, Junelle Gambs, Mario Herrera. Third row: Jeanette Huth, Marion McLaurin, Dee Stokes. At left. Delta Psi Omeca members peer over Mr. Allen Holley ' s shoulder to pick up production hints at the special effects control p anel. Best Drama Talent in Delta Psi Omega DELTA PSI OMEGA initiated seven new members in a formal ceremony at their annual Spring party. As part of their entrance require- ments, initiates presented individual dramatic scenes. Eligibihty for this national drama fraternity is based on proficiency with apprenticeship re- quired in building sets, painting scenery, applying stage makeup, and assisting with student assem- blies. Students learn practical radio experience which is applied through work on WSAC. Play selection, casting, principles of directing, and lighting highlight some of the 12 courses offered by the Speech and Drama Department. Presentation of children ' s plays has received wide community acceptance. Noel Coward ' s Blythe Spirit was the group ' s successful closing presentation. I 152 Fraternity Initiate Jeanette Huth receives congratulations from Josephine Whitely as Junelle Gambs, Charles Bazuldua, Terry Hayes, Crystal Foster and Mario Herrera are also inducted.