Southern Methodist University - Rotunda Yearbook (University Park, TX)

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Spirit is a difficult thing to define. It is an attitude, a sense of involvement, a motivating force. It creates the enthusiasm and unity without which a university is merely a group of buildings and a student body is com- posed only of disinterested individuals. Spirit is the cohesive force which reconciles this diversity and gives life to the institution. It is spirit which has made South- ern Methodist University a dynamic influence in the field of education. A sense of dedication to learning creates a great university. Academic spirit is exemplified hy the inquir- ing mind of a student and the devotion to communica- tion of knowledge by the faculty. This is the spirit which gives meaning to our existence at SMU. Spirit is a spontaneous burst of enthusiasm. It is the spark which breaks the monotony of routine and gives everyday events a special significance. An after- noon at Turtle Creek, food fights in the cafeteria, a foreword N foreword 0 foreword 6? foreword winning Manada performance, a study break at E. T.'s . . . this is the part of college we'll remember long after other things have faded. Spirit is a desire to contribute to the university through participation in campus activities. It is the feeling of pride which comes from representing SMU at a recruitment dinner, the sense of accomplishment gained when your committee functions efficiently, the unity inspired by working together for one goal. Spirit represents competition and a desire to win for the teamg to the student body, it means interest, en- couragement, and team supportg for the alumnae, it is a warm memory and enthusiastic loyalty. Athletic spirit involves a sense of sportsmanship. It is playing against a team-hut, more importantly, it is playing for a team. The 1966 ROTUNDA is dedicated to spirit, in all its aspects, in the hope that it will continue to grow with the university.

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The Mustang Band is the Spirit of SMU. A yearbook based on a theme of spirit would not be complete without recognition of the group that typifies spirit on the campus. For this reason the 1966 Rotunda is respectfully dedicated to the Southern Methodist Univer- sity Mustang Band. The Rotunda staff has utilized the symbol of the Band, the diamond Q , as a symbol of spirit on the SMU campus. During the year the SMU Mustang Band is a precise stepping -and musical perfected organization. The originality of its all brass quality is a unique featur.. It is the only male, brass band in the south and southwest. The reputation of the Band has been built on a tradition steeped in many years of success, having duly earned the title as The Best Dressed Band in the Land. From the basic uni- form to a candy-striped blazer to a red flannel nightgown, each Bandsman boasts a wardrobe of fourteen combination uniforms and wears them well. Southern Methodist University is proud of the well dressed and well groomed appearance of the Mustang Band. Under the direction of Dr. Irving D. Dreibrodt, the Band has excelled in performance and in the promotion of spirit for the alma mater. Dr. Dreibrodt attained his B.M. degree from Baylor and his Master of Music degree from The University of Texas. In 1955 he received an honorary Doctor of Music Degree from the Southern College of Fine Arts in Houston. He was named Texas Band Master of the Year for 1962 by the Texas Band Master Association. Full time Assistant Band Director is Jack Rohr. Since 1946 he has pro- duced all of the Pigskin Revues and has written many of the ar- rangements. The Mustang Band and the SMU student body take pride in the able leadership of Dr. Driebrodt ar1d Mr. Rohr. The Best Dressed Band in the Land or simply the Southem Methodist University Band is also known as Ninety-Six Guys and a Doll. During 1966 the Doll was Sandy Smith who was the pride of the Band and won the admiration of the students. The Mustang Band was the first organization to win-the Spirit Trophy during 1966. The group would have continued to win every time had it not been declared ineligible. Its ineligibility is significant because the SMU Mustang Band consistently symbolizes the spirit of a great University. On cati 0 dedi OH cati 0 dedi On 0 dedicati On M dedicati On dicati de

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