University of Miami - Ibis Yearbook (Coral Gables, FL)

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 These Have Been Honored At the University of Miami there are many honorary fraternities and societies that hold out rewards to outstanding students. Hut the honoraries that mean most to the University and to the students themselves are, Iron Arrow, men’s honorary; Nu Kappa Tau, women's honorary; and the Freshman Honor Society. The men tapped for Iron Arrow and the women chosen for Xu Kappa Tau are those who have used their talents to help build a greater University; they have l een and are the leaders. The Freshman Honor Society students are chosen for scholarship during their freshman year. IROA ARROW With the feeling that there should be an organization on the campus of the University that would carry a two-fold purpose for the men of the school. Dr. Ashe in 1927 selected eight men who were outstanding in their respective fields to form the nucleus of this organization. He wished this group to be the leaders of the men; selection was made by the combined idea of scholarship and outstanding activity. Chief Tony Tommy of the Seminole Indians gave form to the organization by giving it a colorful ceremony which in itself made the group unique among all campus organizations. Thus Iron Arrow was formed, and men who were deserving by their work in school and the example they set for others could Ik rewarded. A mark of ambition is placed upon the new . . . for their character and contributions to the University. students, for Iron Arrow is the highest attainment reached by men in this University.” The men tapped in 1939 were: Joe Thomas. Norman Worthington. Eddie Dunn, Brad Hoyle, and Philip Fenigson, juniors: Miguel Colas. Robert I lance, William I.ebedeff, Maxwell Marvin, Joseph Follette, and John Junkin, seniors. Faculty members are: Dean Russell A. Rasco, Mr. William J. Hester, and Dr. Harold E. Briggs. VC KAPPA TAU Nu Kappa Tau, the highest honorary society on campus for women, was organizer! in the Spring of 1937. The nine charter members were selected by the Deans of the various colleges of the University, and by the chairmen of those faculty committees having direct bearing upon student life. The membership of this honorary society is confined to regular women students in the University, who have completed at least five-eighths of the work required for degree credit. These students must have at least two years of residence work at the University prior to their election into the organization. The selection of members is based upon scholarship, character, citizenship, participation in extra-curricular [14] Iron Arrow: Dunn, Medicine Mnn; I'nibinco, thlrf; lloyle. Chiefs Son; Coin ; Worthington: I'nllrtte; Thotiui ; llrlKK'i Tremblay; Fnil Mm; lluncr

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A University for Miami . . . dedicates its energy and talents to the City. In years to come it will stand as a cultural center of a cultured Miami. by IIEDWIG RINGS LOOM At its beginning the University of Miami was a flickering light in darkness. It grew into a flame, stronger and brighter. Now, slowly it is l ecoming a radiant light burning steadily. The University lias been the agent of enlightenment to Miami, a benighted city. Miami grew so rapidly there was no time for culture. For years it was a barren city; culture was not an essential element in its life. There was no culture and there was no demand for culture. The University of Miami also grew rapidly, but with its growth there was a constant increase of cultural elements. The beginning was an almost futile struggle, a battle against insurmountable odds, but the educational pioneers broke down the barriers and laid the foundation for the University. Always culture was put to the fore. Miami began to lose its cultural desolation as local students imperceptibly began to weave a web of cultural awareness about the citizens. Interest developed slowly, for few were concerned with the University's problems. With the development of the orchestra and the establishment of the Winter Institute of Literature, citizens became actively interested. They l egan to turn to the University for cultural guidance. Faith, foresight, courage, and energy lias been necessary to do this. Alertness and perserverance has turned adversities into methods of achieving success and recognition. The University can now point to some of its departments as leaders in many fields of arts and sciences. The Winter Institute of Literature, which provided the opportunity for the public to have personal contact with outstanding literary people, is now an accepted cultural element. The band and orchestra have been lifted out of the category of average college music groups and are now capable of accompanying world renowned musicians. These were the main forces that caused the public to become culture conscious. Hut the University could not afford to stop there. Arousing interest was only a preliminary task. The University had created the desire for culture: it must now supply the culture. Two steps forward were made this year in the cultural program. The Winter Institute of Hispanic American Studies ami the Hayfront Park lecture series added to the University's plan for spreading culture. The best American authorities on Latin America lectured in the Institute of Hispanic American Studies. They were men from the greatest schools in the United States, who have done outstanding work in this field. Their lectures have been made available in printed form. This was a definite step in culture, for Pan-Americanism, long one of the University’s ideals, is a type of culture peculiar to this section of the country. The innovation of the Hayfront Park lecture series will stand as a landmark in the fight for culture. It marks the beginning of the University's progressive program for bringing culture to Miamians. Professors lectured on topics that ranged from “Some Characteristics of the Modern Age” to “Accessory Food Facts.” The University was In-ginning to give culture. Miami will never become a cultural center until culture is given to her citizens. People do not seek the University for culture; the University must go to them. Culture should not be for the privileged few. it should lx- for all who want it. A price tag should not be attached. We. of the University, cannot keep to ourselves. We must give our energy, our efforts, our talents and ourselves to the light for culture. University Players could perform for large community gatherings as well as for only a few chosen spectators. Take the plays out of our own auditorium and stage them in a large high school auditorium. Let the performances be open to the public. We might attempt community recreational programs with University students in charge. Through sports activities an interest in finer things can be created. Musical programs and symphony concerts would open a wide gateway to culture if the doors were open to the average music lovers. Other plans can lie worked out. We can pause at present and look back at our accomplishments in the field of culture. Much has been attained. Hut a backward glance is good only to give reassurance and to strengthen the spirit. The University must look forward to the gargantuan task that is still undone. In the years to come the University of Miami must stand as the cultural center of a cultured Miami. [13]

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Su Kiippu Tim: I'lilllips. I‘age, Mogga, Young. Golf. Mllllnion. Connor. Ismic activities, and service to the University. No more than nine new members are selected each year. These members are notified of their selection at a general assembly of the student body of the University held during the early part of the semester. It has become customary for the active and alumnae numbers of Xu Kappa Tau to wear black caps and gowns during the public ceremony of selection. An orange scarf is draped about the necks of the new members as a symbol of notification. Charter Members: Keva Albury, '37: Sarah Bergh. '37; Xcdra Brown, '37: Elizabeth Curran. ’38: Julie Davitt, '37; Mary Frohl erg. '38; Marcia Hargrove. '38: Marie Reichard. '38: Audrey Rothcoberg, 38. Members Selected in the Spring of 1938: Helene Couch, '38; Florence Fowler. '38: Rubilou Jackson. '39; Eleanor Matteson, '39: Jane Mercer. '38: Arlene Richardson. 38: Margaret Shillington. '39: Freda Speizman, '39; Fay Taylor. '38. Members Selected this Year: Mollie Conner. '40: Betty Goff, '39; Evelyn Isaac. '39; Charlotte Meggs. '40: Berenice Milliman, '40: Doris Page. '39; Selma Lee Phillips. '40; Pearl Waldorf. ‘39; Ruth K. Young, '39. FRESH MAX HO SO R SOCIETY Someone has said that, “Tasks without vision are drudgery, that Yision without tasks is a dream : that “Vision and tasks are the world’s blessings. The Freshman Honor Society extends membership to those students who have learned early in their University life to combine vision and tasks, and who have given proof of this by their outstanding scholastic records. To lie eligible for membership, freshmen must have the grade of “A in at least fifty percent of credits earned, must have no grade below “B. and must carry a minimum of twelve hours each term, in residence at the University. Great truths do not spring from the slightest mental bidding but result from daily struggles with books. It is only from the combination of this struggle and vision that the student will receive the world’s blessing, an education. Because the University deems it wise to encourage freshmen to continue their early scholastic endeavors, the Freshman Honor Society opens its membership to them. Students selected from the class of 1941 are: Catherine Hefinger. Seymour Simon. Ronald Kerfoot. Phyllis Salter, Clarice Schnatterbeck. William Feldman, and I .aura Green. Those in the class of 1940 are: Berenice Milliman, Algerine Price, Hilda Ringbloom. J. J. (Hickman. Sara Butler. Mary Creel, and Sylvia Raicheck. From the class of 1939 were selected: Sarah H. I'rear. Margaret Shillington, Ruth Emilie Young, Wilma Audrey Hammer, Maude S. Walton. Sydney R. Rubin, and Norman Worthington. HrfliiKT. Mlllliiiji . Krrfo.il, Own, Simon. Schnntlrrbrrl.. Horn I nr. lUitlrr, Worlhlimtnn, ShllliiiKlmi [15]