Southern Nazarene University - Arrow Yearbook (Bethany, OK)

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FACULTY Last September MRS. MARY WATSON LaDUE came to our campus and immediately won a place in the hearts of her students with her bright, sincere smile. The members of the Sophomore Sunday School Class, of which Mrs. LaDue is co-teacher with her husband, are always thrilled to be invited to the LaDue home for an evening of culture. One who knocks on her door at opportune moments sees the entire LaDue family studying around the table; or sees Mrs. LaDue on another of those dates with Dr. LaDue— having candle-light tea in old English style. Mrs. LaDue knows how to make the common happenings of life surprisingly colorful events. PROFESSOR WAYNE THORNE, the new band in- structor and the highly esteemed sponsor of the 1946 ARROW, rightfully deserves his title, The King of the Trombone. Early in life his musical talents became evident, and in high school he directed the school band. However, Prof is not a one-talent man. Preaching is one of his main interests. Churches over the Educational Zone have learned to love and appreciate his ministry in week-end meetings and youth conventions. Singspira- tions are his specialty. His vibrant personality and con- secrated life have endeared him to all who know him. The Class of ' 45 is honored to have one of its number, MISS GOLDIE PHILLIPS, on the faculty this year. After receiving her A.B. degree from Southwestern Louis- iana Institute— with honors, she came to B.P.C. where she received her Th. B. last summer— with honors. Besides her duties of teaching the special students English, history, and theol-ogy, she has served as a member of the Faculty Committee on Social and Extra-Curricular activities. It seems that she has threatened several times to start a column in a newspaper giving advice on love affairs. Although she is generally very modest, she likes to have her picture taken. Her only aversion is having to live on the third story of a building. 27

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FACULTY After having ser cd the CJliurch of the Nazarene as nilssionan, ' to Japan; Assistant General Secrctar ' , Depart- ment of Church Schools, and Director of Leadership Training; as missionary to Peru; and as pastor, REV. C. H. WIMAN returned to Bethany to become registrar of our College. Last year he received recognition in Who ' s Who of Religion for his outstanding service. Professor Wiman, connoisseur of Spanish foods, mixes a dry humor, hot pepper, tortillas, American cheerfulness, and Peruvian hand-work to make manv delightful enter- tainments for students and friends. His home reflects a Japanese neatness, a South American friendliness, and an all-American hospitality. Having started her public career at the age of twelve by playing the piano for a revival meeting in San Antonio, Texas, MRS. WILLO MAY BERESFORD is continuing her interest in music by completing her sixth ear as music instructor at B.P.C. When she does not have the op- portunity to play the works of Chopin and Beethoven, she prefers to work crossword puzzles. In 1938 she climaxed a very successful romance by correspondence by marrying a B.P.C. alumnus, Dan Beres- ford, who entered the Navy in 1942. When the duties of taking care of her young son, Kenneth Wayne, decrease, she plans to start a collection of recordings. PROFESSOR RAYMOND McCLUNG won the hearts of the Frosh, whom he sponsors, on initiation day by participating in all of the unpleasantries dished out by the important sophomores. His teaching duties are divid- ed between the English and Speech Departments. Wliile attending B.P.C. in his undergraduate days, Prof. McClung worked in the library and edited the ARROW. His favorite sports are hunting, fishing, and tennis. He is an ordained minister, and previous to returning to his Alma Mater, he served as pastor of the First Church of the Nazarene in Fort Worth, Texas. On Sundays he takes opportunity to preach in neighboring churches and directs the Navigators Society in Bethany. 26

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k . - dJEt 099 , ff FACULTY Professor BOYD shannon, chemists instruc- tor, was the first to receive an A.B. degree in Chemistry at B.P.C. Following his graduation in 1932, he had a very successful career as a commercial chemist. As a result of a definite call to Christian scr ice received two years ago, Mr. Shannon resigned his position as General Superintend- ent of the Rock Island Refiner} ' in Indianapolis, Indiana, and came to the campus as professor in the fall of 1945. Wliile teaching at Mangum, Oklahoma, he received distinction by coaching the girls ' basketball team, which won the State Championship. Sunday School work is his hobby. He preached his first sermon at a Youth for Christ rally in Indianapolis. Early in the morning or late at night are the most ideal times for practice according to the opinion of MISS IVALEE BOLERJACK. piano instructor. Although of- fered a scholarship to the Kansas Cit - Conservator, ' of Music while in her senior year of high school. Miss Boler- jack preferred to make B.P.C. her Alma Mater, and she received her B.F.A. degree in 1943. She received her Master ' s Degree in piano, with a minor in organ, from the University of Oklahoma in the spring of 1945. Miss Bolerjack ' s extra-curricular interests include the strenuous activities of bicycling, playing tennis, and row- ing, as well as the more quiet pastimes of crocheting and reading. One of the most interesting characters on the campus is PROFESSOR WAYNE SPALDING, Chairman of the Piano Department. Following two years study in France and Germany, Prof gave recitals in Munich and Paris. Returning to America, he received Master degrees in both music and language. Prof. Spalding is one of the faculty favorites. His superb playing has gained recognition through Ins ap- pearances with the Oklahoma Symphony Orchestra and his solo work on the campus. X ' olumcs of applause greet his everv ap] earancc. W ' licn anv one needs some one to tickle the ivories Prof. Sjjalding is the man. Not only is he an ardent follower of music, but Prof. Spalding is an enthusiastic sports fan. His a])prcciation of c|uality in all fields is an inspiration to his many adnnrers. 28