Worcester State University - Oak Leaf Yearbook (Worcester, MA)

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19 Social Chairman Mary C. Coogan Treasurer Paul E. Sullivan

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with many deep-sea creatures, each with a personality of its own. Queen of the dance was Patricia T. Sullivan, accompanied by her attendants, Janice L. Dalbeck and Jean E. Henegan. On February I, the entire Junior Elementary section left to begin practice-teaching for a period of sixteen weeks. While the elementaries were engaged In their apprenticeship, the secondaries, through their professional courses, were receiving the necessary foundation for their practice-teaching the following semester. It seemed strange to see our elementary colleagues on Fridays only; and the first proof of sorrow at separation became evi- dent. The same feeling was experienced by the elemen- taries when the secondaries started their apprenticeship In September. The senior year brought us none of the wisdom and sophistication we had anticipated as freshmen. Instead of having this feeling of superiority, the responsibilities of Senior-Faculty Volleyball Game being seniors made us humble. The re-election of John R. Finlay to the presidency of the class was our salute to a gentleman and a capable leader. Also elected for the fourth time was our efficient secretary, Marjorie A. Cavanaugh. John P. Hayes was chosen vice-president; Paul E. Sullivan, treasurer; and Mary C. Coogan, social chairman. The leadership of the Student Council became the responsibility of James F. Sheehan. Senior representa- tives to the council were Samuel F. Goodwin and John M. Reynolds. Delegates to the New York and Swampscott Conferences were John M. Reynolds and Ann R. End. Seniors headed almost every club and activity; this was a tribute to their ability and evidence of three previous years of hard work. The culminating activity of Class Week was the Senior Assembly and Tea. It was on this momentous occasion that the seniors wore their caps and gowns for the first time. The program consisted of short sketches of each Individual. At this time, the new senior members of Kappa Delta PI were announced, and pins were bestowed on the recipients. The annual senior-faculty volleyball game was a display of spirit and skill, with the faculty members once more edging the seniors. The class was reunited during the second semester, and members proceeded to complete requirements for degrees. We shall never forget the solemnity and mixed emotions surrounding Class Day, Baccalaureate, and Graduation exercises. We are about to leave the halls of S.T.C. Some of us will assume teaching positions immediately, while others will be delayed somewhat by duties In the armed forces. The completion of four years of college has been made possible by the patient efforts of our parents and families. We have been trained in the field of education by a highly qualified faculty. It is our hope that we may apply successfully the principles learned here to future situations of our own. We, the senior class, extend our heartfelt thanks to all who have made our brief stay at this college a realiza- tion of our hopes and dreams. Marjorie A. Cavanaugh Chris J. DIonIs Senior Tea 18

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Paul Serop Adamian Secondary 148 Dewey Street Worcester, Mass. I have ever held it a maxim, never to do through another vxhat it wai possible for me to do myself. ' Intense . . . self-reliant . . . modest . . . discreet . . . alert and active . . . firm in his opinions . . . as unpredictable as New England weather . . . handy man with a casting rod . . . droll comments to en- liven any gathering. Geography Club, 3, 4: Assembly Committee, 4: Literary Staff, Yearbook: M.A.A., 1,2, 3, 4. Louise Jean Agurkis Secondary 298 Greenwood Street Worcester, Mass. Disgressions, incontestably, are the sunshine — they are the life, fhe soul of reading. Our Lou . . . enjoys chuckles and laughs . . . radiates warmth . . . capable leader . . . emotional aesthetic . . . F. Scott Fitzgerald . . . creative writing . . . literary mind evidenced by elevation to co-editor . . . cultural pursuits . . . headed for great heights. Co-Editor. Yearbook; Acorn, I, 3, 4; Kappa Delta Pi. 3, 4, Treasurer. 4; Debating Club, 2, 3. President, 4; Accreditation Committee: Assembly Committee, 2; Student Council, I: Glee Club, I, 2, 4; Newman Club. I, 2: Literary Club, I: W.A.A., 1,2, 3, 4. 20