Westminster College - Argo Yearbook (New Wilmington, PA)

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Opp Page Top: Generic chips make a traditional study break for Karyn Ott. Opp Page Left: Talking on the phone while relaxing in your room became a common occurrence four years ago. Center: One of Westmin- ster ' s biggest traditions— -the infamous rock. This Page Center: The Tavern is where Westminster stu- dents go for fine and generous dining. This Page Bot Right: C.J. Bens and Elizabeth Lampe become TUB rats for an evening. This Page Middle Right: St. El- mo ' s — Westminster style. This Page Top Right: Julie Nan found the TUB lounge a great place to relax and study. This Page Top: Winning the razzle tournament became a tradition for the First East Beasts.

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Traditional IVIemories A year at Westminster is a year full of traditions, Sonne more accepted than others. Traditions start the moment the school year begins and the students arrive. In the fall, freshmen are initiated into the ritual of hiking to Dutch Isle where they learn that even New Wilmington can provide tasty summertime treats. And what better way to exercise than while eating ice cream? Homecoming is the tradition of the fall. As alumni return, old friendships are renewed and much remi- niscing occurs during the almost ritualistic parade, football game, half-time ceremonies and dance. Soon after, sorority rush takes place. The noise level makes it hard to be unaware of pick-up day. Screams, crys, songs, and laughter overcome the new greeks as they emerge from their dorms and greet their new sisters. The tradition is repeated in the spring, as the fraternities perform their charac- teristic pick-up. Painting the rock by the lake is a traditional prank to pull once pledging begins. Midterms, Thanksgiving, and finally Christmas Vespers complete the fall traditions. The fin tradition almost every Westminster student experi- start ences is pulling all-nighters for finals just prior to dents Christmas break. January term is a tradition in itself with its three hour classes and fraternity theme parties. It also allows enough spare time for students to go iceskat- ing and fraying on SAGA trays. The snow eventually melts and Spring Term takes over. Frisbee games in the Quad become a regular once the campus completes its thawing period. The benches become filled as everyone enjoys the warm weather. Soon, Shaw Residence Hall transforms into Shaw Beach while the lake takes on a new life, Some students canoe while others lay out and stud; lakeside. It ' s not too rare to find a few romant strolling around the lake on a warm night. During this time, Tuesday and Thursday nights become the time to abandon classwork and head to Rachel ' s or the Lube for late night drink specials. Soon, classes end and graduation completes th( cycle. The chapter on traditions at Westminster closed for yet another year.

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