St Helena Extension School - Saint Yearbook (Norfolk, VA)

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S cce Officer: B. Elliott. Members: W. Jones, A. Flick, C. French, D. Morrison, J. Faulkner, J. Stamper, J. Montgomery, J. Greenley, A. Renzi, H. Bradley, F. French, IF. Riley, S. Kozak, C. Ingle, M. JVebb, C. Barry. Sponsor: Mr. William Ehrman. The Biology Society was organized in February, 1948, under the direction of Mr. William Ehrman. Membership in the Society was open to all students interested in science. Several com- mittees were set up whose functions were to contact guest speakers, plan guest trips, and publicize club activities. During the year weekly meetings were held, movies on the many fields of science were shown, and lectures were given by Mr. Ehrman. A number of visiting scientists appeared before the club. The most notable guest was Dr. Nordheim, a member of the Staff at Oak Ridge and professor of physics at Duke University, who spoke on the present day pro blems of atomic energy. A field trip was conducted to a nearby shore site where the members collected specimens and made practical use of their knowledge acquired in the laboratory and lecture hall. A second field trip, made to Dismal Swamp, was the most successful venture of the entire year. This trip was made by boat through the inland canal and across Lake Drummond. The Biology Society served as an outlet for the interests of the students who were scientifically minded, giving them an opportunity to apply their school knowledge in the laboratory of nature. SAINT HELENA EXTENSION [ 81 ]

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StucCetit Officers: A. Lewis I). Morrison. Members; A. Ayers, A. Renzi, E. Clark, E. Bryant, M. Rudisill, B. A ' ixon, C. Ingle, B. Rehlaender. Sponsor: Mr. Klaus Schaeffer. The Student Christian Association was organized in October, 1947, through the efforts of Mr. Klaus Shaeffer. It began as a religious discussion group, considering in its programs such questions as “How do we know God?’’ and “How can we distinguish between good and evil?’’ In December, Douglas Morrison and Alvin Lewis journeyed to Atlanta, Georgia, where they represented the St. Helena group at the Atlanta Conference of Student Y. M. C. A.’s of ten Southern states. As a result of their report upon returning from the Conference, the program of the S. C. A. was modified, and Bible study became its main function. The clear understanding of various religious problems and Bible interpretations afforded by Mr. Schaeffer’s guidance, given without qualification whenev ' er “two or three were gathered together,” will remain in our memories to serve as one of the cornerstones upon which the future structure of our lives will be built. THE 1948 SAINT I 80 I

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DeiHCC Members: B. Kassehaum, R. Bnzolut, D. IVilson, R. Hotchkiss, L. Sklover. Sponsor: Mr. Herbert Sebren. ' I ' he Saint Helena Dance Band, under the able leadership of Mr. Herbert Sebren, was formed in September, 1947. Regular rehearsals began immediately after the campus was combed for available musicians. After considerable practice wdth several essential instruments lacking, the band made its first appearance before the student body and was enthusiastically received. Several other programs were presented before the Christmas holidays. The end of the term took a terrific toll in the band, as more than half the members were either lost through transfers, or otherwise were unable to remain in college. With only four men left, the Saint Helena “Combo” came into existence, composed of Larry Sklover, clarinet; Dick Anzolut, drums; Dick Hotchkiss, saxophone; and Bob Ivassebaum, bass. This group quickly built up a large repertoire and made its debut at a Newman Club social, where it was acknowledged as a great campus asset. ' I ' he spirit of this group was exemplary, and its popularity continued up to the end, at which time the band played for the final three-act play, “Parlor Story.” Considerable credit is due to the members of the Dance Band, who gave generously of their talents in furnishing music to many school gatherings and activities. THE 1948 SAINT L 82 I