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

Text from Pages 1 - 116 of the 1960 volume:

ms +1 U j ' 4 1 t, i- 1 =1 i EDITORS-IN-CHIEF Victoria Jarvis George Fargo PHOTOGRAPHY ED TORS Delores Orciuch James McGuirk LITERARY EDITORS Marilyn Mellen Richard Phelps DOCUMENTARY EDITORS Estelle Connor Shirley Smith ART E D I T O R S Dorothy Nanchu John Kollias Stanley Nelson BUSINESS MANAGER THE I960 YEARBOOK OF WORCESTER STATE TEACHERS COLLEGE A FOR YOUR lYTEGRFIW UNDERSTANDING, AND IN SRI RAT ION . . . FOR YOUR RELIEF AND GONFIDENGE IN EVERY STUDENT AND YOUR DE IAND AND RESREGT EOR SGIIOLARSIIIR . . . EOR YOUR PATIENGE, GUIDANGE, AND SURRORT . . . FOR YOUR n I LLIN(;N ESS TO ASSIST US IN ALL OUR ENDEAVORS FOR HELRING US TO DEVELOR A DEER REGARD AND RESREGT FOR HUMAN NATURE RY YOUR OlVN EXAMPLE . . . WE, THE GLASS OF I960, IN A SPIRIT OF GRATITUDE AND AEFEGTION, DEDIGATE THIS EDITION OE THE OAKLEAF TO YOU, DR. JOSEPH RIORDAN. OUR ADVISER AND FRIEND. Members of the Senior (llass. It is with reluetanee that the faeulty and myself wateh yon depart from our eainpus. Vi e have brought you through the gates of your j)rofessioii. How far you will roam over the various areas and how deeply you will penetrate into the various sections depemis on you. At this time as y m are entering the teaching profession, many are retiring after having performed a lifetime of service. They are passing the torch of knowledge to you. It is your task to hohl this torch high and never let its light wane. We realize that as a class you have excelled scholastically; you have been a tower � f strength on the athletic field; you have demonstrated grace in attaining perfection in the social world. May you have the strength and courage to hear successfully your burden. I hid you (rodspeed. EUGENE A. SULLIVAN President J onogLc, jl.W. CHAIRMAN OF GRADUATE COMMITTEE DIRECTOR OF EXTENSION AND EDUCATION ELIZABETH R. BARLOW, B.S., Ed.M., Ed.D. English and Education WALTER P. BUSAM, A.B., AM., Ph.D. Dean of Men English THOMAS H. CARPENTER, A.B., A.M. Music HAROLD L. CHAPMAN, B.S., Ed.M., M.S. Physical Science CAROL M. CHAUVIN, B.S., M.S. Biological Sciences MARY T. COSGROVE, A.B., Ed.M. Art VINCENT R. DEBENEDICTIS, A.B., A.M. English and French CORNELIUS S. DONOGHUE, A.B., A.M. Director of Graduate Study Psychology VERA M. DOWDEN, B.S., Ed.M. Social Sciences and Supervision FRANCIS T. DYSON, B.S.E., M.A. Physical Education JOHN F. EAGER, B.S., Ed.M. Biological Sciences JOSEPH J. FOLEY, JR., A.B., M.A.T. English ELIZABETH V. FOSTER, B.S., Ed.M., Ed.D. Director of Laboratory Experiences ROBERT W. GOSS, B.S., Ed.M., M.A. Social Sciences LOREN N. GOULD, A.B., AM. Geography RUTH GRIFFITHS, B.S., M.A., Ed.D. Education EDWIN R. HEDMAN, A.B., A.M., Ph.D. History PAUL A. HOLLE, A.B., M.S., Ph.D. Biological Sciences FRANCIS L. JONES, A.B., A.M., Ph.D. Social Sciences ACHILLE A. JOYAL, A.B., A.M. Psychology % GRACE A. KENDRICK, B.S., Ed.M. Music and English BERNARD LEVINE, A.B., M.S.L.S. Librarian WILLIAM K. MASTERSON, A.B., A.M., M.S. Biological Sciences PAUL J. McCARRON, B.S., Ed.M. Mathematics and Physical Science MARGUERITE C. McKELLIGETT, A.B., AM. Dean of Women French MELVIN MERKEN, B.S., A.M. Physical Sciences ANNE F. MILLAN, B.S., M.A., Ed.D. Physical Education JOHN P. MOCKLER, B.S., A.M. Physical Education RITA M. L. MORRIS, B.S., Ed.M. Geography KATHRYN R. O ' DONNELL, B.S., A.M. English EDMUND C. OSBORNE, B.S., AM., Ed.D. Mathematics and Science ROBERT F. PERRY, JR., B.A., M.A., Ph.D. Geography KENT C. REDMOND, A.B., Ph.D. Social Sciences JOSEPH W. RIORDAN, A.B., A.M., Ed.M., Ph.D. Mathematics and Education S. WILLIS RUDY, B.S., M.A., Ph.D. Social Sciences CARLETON E. SAUNDERS, A.B., A.M., D.A.O. Speech JOSEPH P. SCANNELL, B.S., Ed.M. Education and Geography ELOISE SEIFERT, A.B., Ed.M., Ed.D. Language Arts HELEN G. SHAUGHNESSY, B.S., Ed.M. Education and Supervision JOSEPH A. SHEA, A.B., A.M., Ph.D. Dean of Studies Psychology HELEN M. SMITH, A.B., B.S. Librarian RUTH V. SOMERS, A.B., AM. Field Service Representative and Education DOROTHY STAFFORD, B.S., Ed.M. Health Education and Physical Education JOHN E. SULLIVAN, A.B., Ed.M., Ed.D. Education and Supervision WIILLIAM L. SULLIVAN, A.B., A.M., Ph.D. English G. FLINT TAYLOR, A.B., Ed.M., Ed.D. Director of Guidance Social Sciences ROBERT E. TODD, A.B., A.M. English and Speech FRANCIS G. WALETT, B.S., A.M., Ph.D. History MADELIN A. WILMARTH, B.S., Ed.M. Supervision and Education ALICE B. SAWYER, R.N. Nurse Office Staff WILLIAM J. BUTLER Principal Bookkeeper CATHERINE M. HEALY Senior Clerk MARY DOUILLETTE Junior Clerk FRANCES T. PARK Senior Clerk GEORGE R. FRIEND Senior Bookkeeper The events which are highlighted in this our I960 OAK- LEAF serve as a reminder of the various experiences we have encountered during our period of training at W. S. T. C. Sud- denly, we have reached that goal toward which we have been striving for four long, yet seemingly short years. I can almost believe that having reached this goal is not a fact, but simply one of those illusions with which we have been known to amuse ourselves on occasion by contemplating our teaching positions in years to come. However, the truth is real enough. This is our year, and we feel that the good things of 1960 belong to us. As we prepare to enter the teaching profession, we should feel confident in the knowledge that our equipment is good, our armor strong. May we be ever mindful of the fact that the responsibilities and opportunities of these four years have passed by forever; however, the future rests in no accidents of position or circumstances, but in our own hands. STANLEY G. NELSON Clanr, President . The tradition of planting the ivy brings to mind not only our preceding four memorable years, years filled with many happy experiences, but also the anticipation of future years to be spent in molding the minds of our future citizens. Just as the ivy grows, so shall we, always ready to accept the challenging elements of our environment. Although we depart, the memory of our four nurturing years shall linger. We shall ever keep in mind all that has been done for us by our cherished families and our conscien- tious teachers. We will always strive to be worthy of the devotion and the understanding that they have given to us. MARY R. O ' GORMAN Class Vice-President T o We, the class of 1960, have wit- nessed a period of development at W.S.T.C. since our arrival here in 1956. Today, let us recall some of the major impressions that the past four years have left with us. Dramatic changes have taken place both in our environment and in our curriculum. During our period of orientation we had the opportunity to meet new classmates, memorize our schedules, and contemplate the more serious problems which were to arise. Al- though we were acquainted with a comparatively small number of our fellow students, we were nevertheless faced with the problem of electing class officers. We elected James Mor- gan as president; Mary O ' Gorman as vice-president; Florence Cure as secre- tary; Gilbert Cronin as treasurer; and Joan Jakstis and Joan Bennett as social chairmen. Two representatives, Joan Bruazis and Myrtle Tremblay, were elected to the Student Council. With elections behind us, we turned our attention to planning for our first college function. All College Week. The news of the approaching Winter Carnival prolonged our light-hearted- ness. Our class was well-represented in the queen ' s court by lovely Patricia Sherry. Cramming and black coffee became by-words as we experienced our first mid-year exams. While waiting anxiously for those first marks, we began to think of leisure moments a gain as we anticipated our Freshman Prom. Mary O ' Gorman reigned as queen and a pleasurable evening was had by all. The election of permanent officers to carry us through our freshman year was our next task. We chose Stanley Nelson as president; Mary O ' Gorman as vice-president; Florence Gure as secretary; Donald McGrath as treasurer; and Joan Bennett and Linda Heinold as social chairmen. Joan Bruazis and Myrtle Tremblay were re- elected to the Student Council. Dr. Riordan was selected class adviser and he willingly accepted the problem of resolving our difficulties as they arose in the succeeding years. Springtime brought lazy days dur- ing which we lolled around the lawn, ate lunches near the tennis courts, and dreamed of summer vacation, while desperately trying to dismiss the thought of term papers yet to be written. Shortly, finals were a mem- ory and we marched across the campus following our class marshals, George Sousa and Betty Lou Gareau, to attend Class Day ceremonies. A little wiser and a little older, we left for a much needed summer vacation. Refreshed and enthusiastic, we re- turned in the fall ready to begin another year of study. We showed our faith in our class officers by elect- ing them for another year. Although slightly reduced in number, we be- came a more active group in the col- lege. Individual personalities began to be recognized as we joined extra- curricular activities. Unexpectedly, we were confronted with the decision of stating our prefer- ence for either elementary or second- ary education. Previously, this choice was made in the junior year. When we had made our decision, we began to adjust gradually to the situation. In the ensuing months nerve- shattering noise was heard around the building. We learned that our gymnasium was being demolished to be replaced by additional classrooms. While we were awaiting the construc- tion of the new gym, physical educa- tion classes were to be held in Room 1 3. Miss Stafford and Mr. Mockler, along with the students, endured the inconvenience in good spirit. Visiting the library, improving our handwrit- ing, and listening to Beethoven ' s Fifth were some of the experiences of our sophomore year. During the second semester we found, much to our disbelief, that Room 14 was to serve temporarily as our lunch room because the old cafe- teria was to be transformed into a physics laboratory. How the entire student body managed to cram them- selves into that congested area is still an enigma. Hopefully, we kept close watch on the construction of our new building, wondering at times if we would ever see the day of its completion. Piqued by these petty yet exasperating problems, we were con- soled by the fact that another year had ended. Upperclassmen . . . indeed we were! Noticeable transformations had taken place during the summer months. Throngs of students could still be found jamming Room 14 during the lunch-hour, but it was not long there- after that our new spacious cafeteria was opened. The impending labor of learning such educational terminology as abacus, tachistoscope, 7 Cardi- nal Principles, meeting the needs, and, of course, CARMA, and kick- ing the educational football, M-l-G, was soon upon us. Despite this under- taking, we were shortly to enjoy the most significant social affair of our Junior year, the prom, which was called Fiesta Holiday. The Wachu- sett Country Club was decorated with an appropriate Spanish theme. Our queen, Mary O ' Gorman, was attended by Linda Heinold, Joan Bruazis, Bar- bara David, and Ann Cavanagh. In order that the teachers in the city and town schools might come to the college for a conference, the ele- mentaries were sent out to substitute. They were privileged to get their first taste of the classroom from the other side of the desk. This first teaching experience was startling and reveal- ing to some, inspiring and encourag- ing to others. wv In spite of our anxieties at the thought of approaching exams, we survived the ordeal and, filled with new aspirations, we were eager to begin the next semester. Armed with their inevitable flannel boards and with their meticulously prepared lesson plans and seatwork, the elementaries ventured forth into the teaching-learning environment. At their assigned schools for student teaching, the most fruitful and re- warding experience of the prepara- tion for teaching was realized. Oh, if Dr. Burton could only see them now! Uneasy at first, but with in- creasing confidence, they began to realize the demands and rewards that teaching would present. Meanwhile, the secondaries were by no means idle. The familiar word unit became a reality to us . . . and who did not suffer from that rare disease panelitis that semester? The gym was ready for use and the secondaries were among the first to enjoy its facilities. The campus, too, was beginning to take on a new look. Already we began to visualize what the finished product would look like. Much to the delight of the students, our long-awaited parking area was to be paved. With the exception of the lounge and library, the new build- ing was functioning smoothly. Our Junior year was all too rapidly ending and we realized with sweet sadness that our final year would soon be upon us. With this thought came a realization of the responsi- bilities and work that were yet to come. Our class elected the same officers for our Senior year and led by George Sousa and Dorothy McCarthy, our class marshals, we attended Class Day ceremonies as spectators for the last time. During the program Joan Bruazis received the gavel, which symbolized her acceptance of the presidency of the Student Advisory Council. Having successfully passed the National Teachers Examinations, and having taken the measurements for our caps and gowns, we cast aside our books and left for a well-deserved summer vacation. Hurry up please; it ' s time . . . This was the end and the beginning; the end of our carefree days of school . . . the beginning of our work in our chosen field. Reflecting for a moment on our four years at college, we realized that we had witnessed re- markable changes both in ourselves and in our surroundings. The timid and bewildered freshmen of 1 956 had become seniors who had gained poise and self-confidence. Now, at last, we were allowed to sit in the coveted balcony. The additional building, striking in appearance, was a wel- come sight this year. On October 9 we thrilled to the strains of the traditional Pomp and Circumstance as we marched into the gymnasium for the senior capping exercises symbolizing our newly- gained status. Following the cere- mony, we were honored at a tea to which parents, friends, and faculty were invited. The secondaries . . . strangers to the class this semester, since they had left for student teaching . . . were having their problems with motivation, objectives, and conclusions, while the elementaries were viewing with interest the wonders of Mother Nature. Other memories, too, were recalled . . . Faith of Our Fathers . . . The Den of Iniquity . . . Calling Mr. Sawin . .. professional ethics . . . with good discipline comes learning . . . through the tunnel . . . these walls with golden memories . . . the Christmas concerts . . . Miss O ' Don- nell ' s Dramatic Club productions . . . basketball games . . . bowling ses- sions. The first social event of the season, the climax of All College Week, was the Student Council dance. A new policy, that of giving a plaque to the class presenting the best skit, was inaugurated and the Freshmen liter- ally walked off with the prize. The bustle of getting the yearbook together quickened the pace for us. Preparing class and club write-ups, posing for the photographer, and re- visions, re-takes, conferences, inter- views, contracts, meetings ... all hastened the term and brought us to- gether again as a class for our final semester. Had any visitors dropped in unex- pectedly on December 7 or 8, they would have viewed with amazement the moving of the books to our new library. Mr. Eager; the librarians. Miss Smith and Mr. Levine; and the Stu- dent Council organized a plan which functioned smoothly. The continuous chain of students going from the old location to the new was an unfor- gettable sight. A seemingly insur- mountable task was thus quickly and efficiently accomplished because of the co-ooeration between students and faculty members. President Sullivan showed his aporeciation by rewarding the students with an extra day ' s vacation. Although we were disappointed that we would not be here to enioy the modern lounge and its facilities, we felt that the succeeding classes could never re ' lace the feeling of toaetherness that prevailed in the old lounge. Much to the delight of everyone, the social calendar announced this year that a Winter Carnival was planned. On the agenda were in- cluded a bowling tournament, snow sculpturing, a basketball game, the Snow Flake ball, and, as a culminat- ing event, a jazz concert. School spirit was at an all-time high for these events with everyone but the weather co-operating. The spring promised the long an- ticipated New York trip. Radio City, Rockefeller Plaza, the U. N. building. Times Square, Broadway plays, con- ferences with other college delegates, school visits . . . these are some of the plans devised for that occasion. The most memorable occasions of our college life were yet to come . . . Class Day, Baccalaureate, and Gradu- ation. Ineffable joys, sighs of relief, nostalgic memories, and anticipation for what the future would hold . . . all express the emotions we felt. Here we have recalled some of the experiences which make up our his- tory, the story of the Class of 1960. We were the first class to view some of the revolutionary changes that have taken place in our college. This story might be better considered a chapter in our lives, for its conclu- sion lies in the future ... a future in which we will try to fulfill our hopes and expectations, with the help of God. PRESIDENT rt ’y S. T« OY ' yj ortnan ,7 y cra i c elSon Tl Ot ' i o rente r i ure SECRETARY J onaltl YYLartl 7l lt (JrtA TREASURER J oan Wu. ' le d ennett eorge t oL, t S c feorge MARSHAL onsa rJHincla usan Jdeinoicl SOCIAL CHAIRMAN 2)orotLj War, WcCaA V ' f Wa.j nUrgaret Geography Club 4; I. R. C. 1; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Board Member 2, 3, 4. Mo|Or: Elementary Education Address: 26 High St., Gilbertville Birthday: May 6 K eaure arci A. C. E. 1, 2, 3, 4; Acorn 2, 3; Class Social Chair- man 1, 2, 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S.N.E.A. 3, 4; S. P. R. A. 1, 2, 4, Secretary 3; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 71 Hamilton St., Worcester Birthday: January 22 ianc Stasia iiaiime Acorn 4; I. R. C. 1; Literary Club 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 4; W. A. A. Major: Secondary Educotion Address: Singletary Ave., Sutton Birthday: November 23 iLrt Btais Cercle Francois 3, 4; M. A. A.; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 4. Major; Secondary Education Address; 214 Broad St., Marlboro Birthday: April 8 jJltl. Wae BU Acorn 4; Literary Club 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 3, 4; W. A. A. Major; Secondary Education Address; 23 Charlotte St., Worcester Birthday: May 5 M. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 12 OIney St., Cherry Valley Birthday: September 27 Acorn 4; I. R. C. 1; Newman Club 1, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 4, Major: Secondary Education Address: 36 Dix St., Worcester Birthday: January 12 Baseball 1; Basketball 2; 1. R. C. 1; M. A. A. Treasurer 2, President 4; Newman Club 4. Major: Secondary Education Address: 3472 Douglos St., Worcester Birthday: November 14 7 acfi tielijn w. cu ' jor le A. C. E. 1; Geography Club 4; I. R. C. 1; Kappa Delta Pi; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: East Hartford Ave., Uxbridge Birthday: November 20 j o«„ War!. E ruaziJ A. C. E. Board 1, 2, 4, Vice-President 3; Acorn 1, 2, Secretory 3, 4; Choir 1; Kappa Delta Pi; Literary Club 4; Newman Club 1, Secretary 2, Vice-President 3, President 4; Student Advisory Council 1, 2, Vice-President 3, President 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; S. P. R. A. 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 3 Hale St., Worcester Birthday; October 4 Janice (J uriu in game A. C. E. 1, 2; Dromotic Club 1; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 40 Rankin St., Worcester Birthday: August 26 C atli erine m arie ( at ' i ' moJii A. C. E. 1, 2; Debating Society 4; I. R. C. 1, 2; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Oakleaf Literary Com- mittee; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 32 Vinton St., Worcester Birthday: August 16 A. C. E. 1; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. % .w 3, 4; W. A. A, Major; Elementary Education Address: 14 Ludlow St., Worcester Birthday; May 18 1 eiv C one Geography Club 2, 3; M. A. A.; Newman Club 1, 2; S. N. E. A. 4. Major: Elementary Education Address: 2 Pelham St., Worcester Birthday: February 10 Choir 1, 3; Debating Society 1, Junior-Senior Debate 3, 4, Secretary 2, 3; History Club 3; I. R. C. 1; Kappa Delta Pi; Mewman Club 1; W. A. A.; OAKLBAF Literary Committee. Major; Secondary Education Address: 79 Myrtle Ave., Webster Birthday: March 15 C. onnor Acorn 3, 4; Choir 1, 2; Cercle Francois 1, 2; Literary Club 2, 3, Secretary 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; OAKLEAF Documentary Co-Chairman; Student Advisory Council 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Secondary Education Address; 2 Burton Ct., Worcester Birthday: July 27 North Adams State Teachers College 1; Acorn 2; A. V. A. 2, 3, 4; Baseball 4; Newman Club 2. Major: Elementary Education Address: 11 Maple Tree Lane, Worcester Birthday: June 30 2 0,. JJ QJLa (Cronin Class Treasurer 1; History Club 3; I. R. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; M. A. A.; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Ma|or; Secondary Education Address: 6 Kilby St,, Worcester Birthday: June 17 dearly a t ' ci , t)auicl A. C. E. 2, 3; Choir 3; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A, A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 5 Rondeau Ct., Worcester Birthday: December 6 -Alan ono I. R. C.; M. A. A.; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Swampscott Delegate 4. Major: Elementary Education Address: 19 Water St., Marlboro Birthday: October 9 E..;,aJine Wurle 2 onaluu Choir 1, 2, Secretary 3, Vice-President 4; Debating Society 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 4; S. N. E. A, 3, 4; S. P. R. A. 3; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 138 May St., Worcester Birthday: January 12 ara I unlfar A. C. E. 1, 2, 3, 4; Choir 1, 2; Kappa Delta Pi; Literary Club 3; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 5 Lake Shore Dr., Marlboro Birthday: February 6 OCUl 2 ) un forJ Worcester Junior College, A. B. A; A. C. E. 4; Acorn 2, 3; Choir 2, 3, 4; Literary Club 4; Newman Club 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A, Major: Elementary Education Address: 42 Piedmont St., Worcester Birthday: July 31 lo ify lath an Baseball 1; History Club M. A. A.; Science Club 1, 2. Major: Secondary Education Address: Elm Street, Barre Birthday: February 1 1 Kappa Delta Pi; Cjeorcj e liur t ' cj o Choir I; Kappa Delta Pi; M. A. A.; OAKLEAF Co-Editor. Major: Secondary Education Address: Cross Street, HopHnton Birthday, June 27 am pJ StepI, en :7i tzgeralJ Baseball 1, Manager 2; Basketball 1; Dramatic Club 2; Geography Club 2, 3, 4; M. A. A.; Newman Club 1, 3, 4, Treasurer 2. Ma|or: Elementary Education Address: 14 Copperfleld Rd., Worcester Birthday: June 2 PaJ 2)onJj 3L V nn Acorn 3, 4; Basketball 1; History Club 3, 4; I. R. C. 1, 2, President 3, 4; M. A. A. Major: Secondary Education Address: 59 Great Brook Valley Ave., Worcester Birthday: June 6 A. C. E. 1; Choir Librarian 1; Geography Club 2, 3, President 4; I. R. C. 1; Newman Club 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; S. P. R. A. 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: Howe Ave., Oxford Birthday: May 7 ntLonif % usuro Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball Manager 1; Geography Club 2, 3, 4; M. A. A, Ma[or: Elementary Education Address: 4 Crescent St., Worcester Birthday; August 15 Basketball 1, 2, Captain 3; Dramatic Club 2; Geography Club 2; I, R. C. 1; M. A. A. Vice- President 3, Treasurer 4. Major: Elementary Education Address: 297 Hamilton St., Worcester Birthday: October 25 Dean Junior College 1; A. V. A.; Choir 2, 3; M. A. A.; Newman Club; S. N. E, A. 4. Major: Secondary Education Address; 9 Great Brook Valley Ave., Worcester Birthday; August 1 1 7 C :rl orcn ce w rc Class Secretary 1, 7 , 3, 4; Geography Club 2, 3; Literary Club 2, 3, 4; Newman Club 1; S. N. E. A. 4; S. P. R. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; W. A. A. President 3, 4. Major: Elementary Education Address: 5 Rupert St., Worcester Birthday: March 2 M. A. A. Major: Secondary Education Address: 65 Pilgrim Ave., Worcester Birthday; November 27 m on J og er Choir 3, 4; Geography Club 3; M. A. A.; Newman Club 2, 3, 4; Science Club 1, 2, 4. Major; Secondary Education Address: Homeward Ave., Uxbridge Birthday: September 25 jandra rU h)lor oreJ A. C. E. 1, 2, 4; Choir 1; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3; W, A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 25 Westbrook Rd., Worcester Birthday: July 15 n Linda It San JdeinoiJ Acorn 2, 3; Choir 1; Class Social Chairman 1, 2, 3, 4; Geography Club 3; History Club 4; 1. R. C, 1, Secretary 2, 3, 4; Literary Club 4; S. C. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; S, N. E. A. 3, 4; S. P. R, A. 2, 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Secondary Education Address: 124 Cedar St., Clinton Birthday: February 17 m on It a A. C. E. 1, 2, 3, 4; Acorn 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; OAKLEAF Literary Committee; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Treasurer 4. Ma|or: Elementary Education Address: 67 Valley Hill Dr, Worcester Birthday: September 8 0 m eJ tejjh en JJ. organ Acorn Photographer 3, 4; Class President 1; De- bating Society, Treasurer 1, President 2, 4; Junior- Senior Deb ate 3, 4; Kappa Delta Pi; M. A. A. Major: Secondary Education Address: 323 Lake Ave., Worcester Birthday: June 22 oan urlara aLsth A. C. E. Board Member 1, 2, 3, Social Chairman 4; Acorn 3, 4; Class Social Chairman 1; Dramatic Club 1; Kappa Delta Pi; Literary Club 3, Social Chairman 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 28 Hilltop Cir., Worcester Birthday: April 30 Jictoria .y nne ari h A. C. E. 1, 2, 3, 4; Kappa Delta Pi, Vice-President; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; OAKLEAF Co-Editor; W. A. A. Treasurer 2, 3. Major: Elementary Education Address; 216 Vernon St., Worcester Birthday: October 17 History Club 3; I. R. C. 3, 4; M. A. A.; S. C. A. 2, 3, 4. Major: Secondary Education Address: 38 Spring St., Whitmsville Birthday: August 21 Albany State Teachers College 1; Acorn 2, 3; W. A. A. Major: Secondary Education Address: 31 Quobaug Ave., Oxford Birthday: September 5 KcMc L. J(i inci A. C. E. 2, 3, Board Member 1, 4; Literary Club 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 4; W, A, A. Ma|or: Elementory Education Address: 416 Mam St., Wareham Birthday: August 27 Acorn 3, 4; A. V. A. 2, 3, 4; Choir 3; Dramatic Club 1; I. R. C. 1; M. A. A.; OAKLEAF Art Chairman; S. N. E. A. 4. Major: Secondary Education Address: 32 Jefferson St., Worcester Birthday: May 16 n onnan Acorn 3, 4; History Club 3, 4; I. R. C. 1, 2; Kappa Delta Pi; M. A. A.; Newman Club 1, 4. Ma|or: Secondary Education Address: 206 Constitution Ave., Worcester Birthday: June 9 A. C. E. 4; S. C. A. 1, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Educotion Address: 14 Marilyn Dr., Auburn Birthday: February 23 1, 2, 4; Debating Society 1; Newman Club S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Ma|or: Elementary Education Address: 2 Assumption Ave., Worcester Birthday: April 27 WaurUe Jet. on mean Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; M. A. A.; Newman Club 1; Science Club 2. Major: Secondary Education Address: 31 Arizona Ave., Holden Birthday: February 25 ( (izuLetli cjCc oon Acorn 1, 2, 3, 4; A. V, A. 4; Debating Society 2; Literary Club 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; OAKLEAF Literary Committee; S. N. E. A. 4; W, A. A. Sports Leader 4, Board Member 4. Major: Elementary Education Address: 4 Montrose St., Worcester Birthday: November 27 Acorn 2, Treasurer 3, 4; A. V. A. 7 , 3, 4; Geog- raphy Club 2; M. A. A. Board Member 1, 2, 3; New York Conference Representative 2; Science Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4. Major: Secondary Education Address: Central St., Brookfield Birthday: July 25 A. C. E. 1, 2, 3, 4; Debating Society 1, 4, Secretary 1, Debate Manager 3; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 3 Franconia St., Worcester Birthday: October 12 X aura W. cuuiinci A. C. E. 1; Choir 2; Debating Society 1; Kappa Delta Pi; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 423-A Park Ave., Worcester Birthday: April 8 A. V. A. 3, 4; Choir 1, 2; M. A. A.; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Ma|or: Elementary Education Address: 51 Piedmont St., Worcester Birthday: Februory 19 WcCuALj Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Marshal 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. P. R. A.; W. A. A. Board Member 1, 2, 3, Vice-President 4. Major: Secondary Education Address: 59 West Mom St., Warren Birthday: March 9 2 ) oro ill oan Wkrle WcQi ourL Acorn 1; A. V . A. 2, 3, 4; Geography Club 2, 3, Vice-President 4; History Club 3, 4; I. R. C. 1; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E, A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major; Secondary Education Address: 18 South Stowcll St., Worcester Birthday: July 15 2)o„Jj Wc Acorn 3, 4; A. V. A. 1; Class Treasurer 2, 3, 4; I. R. C. 2, 3; M. A. A.; S. N. E. A. 3. Major: Secondary Education Address: 19 George St., Framingham Birthday: June 2 £LaU. WcQall, A. C. E. 1, 2, 3, 4; Literary Club 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: McGrath Rd., Millbury Birthday: October 4 Patricia WcQ-atl, Westfield State Teachers College 1; A. C. E. 3, 4; Choir 2; Kappa Delta Pi; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, President 4, State Secretary 4; S. P. R. A. 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 17 Wachusett St., Worcester Birthday: July 13 Janies :ri ran CIS Acorn 2, 3, 4; A. V. A. 1, President 2, 3, 4; Basketball Manager 2, 3; Dramatic Club 1; M. A. A.; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; OAKLEAF Photography Co-Chairman; S. P. R. A, 2, 3, 4. Major: Secondary Education Address: 35 Rollinson Rd., Worcester Birthday: October 21 nia;, WcJ(eo,„., A. V. A. 1, 2, 4, Vice-President 3; Kappa Delta Pi, Secretary; New York Conference Representa- tive 3; Newman Club 1; S. N. E. A. 3; W, A, A. Major: Secondary Education Address: 13 Abington St., Worcester Birthday: May 1 A. C. E. 1, 2, S. C. A. 1, 2, learin 3, 4; Acorn 1, 2; Kappa Delta Pi; 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: School St., Barre Birthday: December 29 WaJyn WetL A. C. E. 1, 2, 4; Assembly Committee 7 , 3, 4; Literary Club 2, 3, 4; OAKLEAF Literary Co- Chairman; S. C. A. 1, 2; S. N. E. A. 4; W. A. A. Major; Elementary Education Address: 75 Francis St., Worcester Birthday: October 12 joan fe.la Wo, ' esc I I i A. C. E. 1, 2, 3, President 4; Choir 3; Dramatic Club 1; Newman Club 1, Social Chairman 2, 4, Social Service 3; S. N. E. A. 2, 3, State Chairman 4; S. P. R. A. 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 60 Saybrook Rd., Shrewsbury Birthday: February 18 U incenl W. omcu ' i Acorn 1, 2; A. V. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Choir 2; M. A. A,, Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Major: Elementary Education Address: 10 Dallas St,, Worcester Birthday: January 17 PaJ 2 o..gfa. M.I ' L Acorn 3, 4; A. V. A. 1, Secretary-Treasurer 2, 3, Vice-President 4; History Club 3, 4; I. R. C. 3; M. A. A.; Newman Club 1, 2; S. N. E. A. 3. Ma|or: Secondary Education Address: 460 Water St., Framingham Birthday: May 28 ot ' otll Acorn 3, 4; Dramatic Club 1; Kappa Delta Pi; OAKLEAF Art Committee; W. A. A. Major: Secondary Education Address: 157 Mossasoit Rd., Worcester Birthday: April 9 A. C. E. 1, 2, 3; Acorn 2, 3; Literary Club 1, 2, President 3; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 130 Temple St., West Boyisfon Birthday; February 1 1 StanLj QerJj f]eLn Acorn 3, 4; A. V. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Class President 2 , 3, 4; Kappa Delta Pi; M. A. A.; New York Conference Representative 1; OAKLEAF Staff; S. C. A. 1, Treasurer 2, 3; S. P. R. A. President 4. Major: Secondary Education Address: 11 Boardman St., Worcester Birthday: October 30 tundra rJdee leivton A. C. E. 3, 4; Choir 1; Literary Club 4; S. C. A. 1; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 220 Burncoat St., Worcester Birthday: April 15 W. garet Warg O’Con.Jt A. C. E. 1, 2, 3, 4; Kappa D elta Pi; Literary Club 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 86 Plantation St., Worcester Birthday: September 27 Acorn 1, 3; A. V. A. 2, 3, 4; Debating Society 2; Geography Club 3, 4; History Club 3, 4; I. R. C. 1; Koppo Delta Pi; Literary Club 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Motor: Secondary Education Address: 3 Kilby St., Worcester Birthday: April 12 ovman A. C. E. 1, 2, 3, Vice-President 4; A. V. A. 3; Class Vice-President 1, 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 1, 2; Literary Club 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; OAKLBAF Staff; Queen of Freshman and Junior Prom; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; S. P. R. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; W. A. A. Ma|or: Elementary Education Address: 18 Loring St., Worcester Birthday; November 16 branch f atricL O rjCeanj Acorn 1, 2; A. V. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2; M. A. A.; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Major; Elementary Education Address: 4 Stockton St., Worcester Birthday; June 7 2) o fores Cf)rcittcli A. C. E. 1, 7, 3, Board 4; Kappa Delta Pi; New- man Club 1, 2, 3, 4; OAKLEAF Photography Co-Chairman; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 6 Harvard Dr., Auburn Birthday: June 24 CLn or aueria aim ten Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; Kappa Delta Pi; Newman Club 1, 2; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major; Elementary Education Address- 5 Plane St., Worcester Birthday: August 20 RtcLJ Si. evens V orcester Junior College, A. B. A.; Acorn 3, 4; A. V. A. 2; Choir 3; Literary Club 4; M. A. A.; OAKLEAF Literary Co-Chairman; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; Swampscott Delegate 3. Major: Secondary Education Address; 164 Woodland St., West Boyisfon Birthday: January 20 Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; Kappa Delta Pi; Literary Club 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; OAKLEAF Literary Committee; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 22 Crawford St., Northboro Birthday: July 14 A. C. E. 1, 2; Dramatic Club 1; History Club 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Secondary Education Address: 37 Shirley St., Worcester Birthday: November 6 A. C. E. 4; Acorn 1, 2, 3; Choir 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 1, 2; Literary Club 1, 2, 3, Treasurer 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Ma|or: Elementarv Education Address: 5 Kilby St., Worcester Birthday: January 25 Q. ' limn Literary Club 4; S. C. A. 1, 2; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 21 Branch St., Clinton Birthday: August 30 A. C. E. 1, 4; Newman Club 1; S. N. E. A. 3; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 13 Teddy Rd., Worcester Birthday: August 22 Dramatic Club 1; M. A. A. Major: Secondary Education Address: 68 Cherry St., Spencer Birthday: October 20 A. C. B. 1, 4; Class Ring Committee; Literary Club 4; Newmon Club 1; S. N. E. A. 3; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 208 Mam St., Shrewsbury Birthday: February 17 A V A. 1, 2; Geography Club 4; M. A. A. Ma|or: Elementary Education Address: Walnut St., Hudson Birthday: Februaiy 24 Acorn 1, 2; Choir 2, 3, 4; Literary Club 1, 2, Vice-President 3, President 4; S. C. A. 1, 2, 4; 5. N. E. A, 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementory Education Address: 84 Main St., Whitinsvilic Birthday: February 2 f7 , ereJa €LJU ScaA Acorn 3; Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; Literary Club 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 290 Main St., Clinton Birthday: August 24 0 on 3. ' anceS Ctie S cott Acorn 1, 7 , 3; Literary Club 4; S N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: Hartford Avenue West, Mendon Birthday: July 8 ok n Joseph cott Acorn 2, 3, 4; Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; Debating Society 3; Dramatic Club 1; History Club 3, 4; I. R. C. 3; M. A. A. Major: Secondary Education Address: Maple Lane, Barre Plains Birthday: September 20 rUla Jl, nn SI, t err V A. C. E. 1, Boord 7 , Treasurer 4; Literary Club 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 4; W. A, A, Major: Elementary Education Address: 21 Thayer Ave., Auburn Birthday; August 4 6 ' ciroii n liereSe in nott Choir 1, 3; History Club 3, 4; I. R. C. 4; W. A. A. Ma|or: Secondary Education Address: 35 Clement St., Worcester Birthday: December 24 Choir 1; OAKLEAF Documentary Co-Chairman; S. N. E. A, 3; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: Main St., Mendon Birthday: August 8 corcjc oLcr ) oiisa Class Marshal 1, 2, 3, 4; History Club 3, 4; M. A. A.; S. P. R. A. 1, 2, 3, 4. Major: Secondary Education Address: 71 Church St., Marlboro Birthday: February 25 Acorn 3, 4; A. V. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; M. A. A.; Science Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 4. Major: Secondary Education Address: 40 Pakachoag St., Auburn Birthday: May 9 ana Acorn 1, 2, Managing Editor 3, Editor 4; A. V. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; I. R. C. 3, 4; M. A. A.; S. N. E. A. 3, 4. Major: Secondary Education Address: 318 Concord St., Framingham Birthday: May 3 ' dL.,, Cap and Gown Committee; Choir 2; M, A. A ; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3. Ma|or: Secondary Education Address; 53 Fairfield St., Worcester Birthday: December 18 • 7 ' laine Int irginta Itiirljer Newman Club 1, 2, 3; S. N. E. A. 3; W.A.A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 11 Myrtle St., Westboro Birthday: January 25 ' n rlL J!o„hc 0,e,Mc A. V, A. 4; Choir 1; Debating Society 2, 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Advisory Council 1, 3, 4, Secretary 2; S. N. E. A, 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: High St., Jefferson Birthday: October 18 an U A. V. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Choir 2; Geography Club 4; M. A. A.; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Major: Elementary Education Address: 103 June St., Worcester Birthday: September 3 A. C. E. 1; Kappa Delta Pi, Treasurer 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Secretary 3, 4. Major: Elementary Education Address: 142 Ingleside Ave., Worcester Birthday: June 27 IfYlat ' ciaret cjCi urn in a Choir 2; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; S. N. E. A. 3, 4; W. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address; 8 Abbott St., Worcester Birthday: January 29 Kappa Delta Pi, President 4; M. A. A.; History Club. Ma|or. Secondary Education Address: 16 Perry Ave., Worcester Birthday: December 25 rJ awrence on a Geography Club 2, 4, Vice-President 3; M. A. A. Major: Elementary Education Address: 61 Dewey Rd., Shrewsbury Birthday: April 18 .emoFiam Joseph L. Shaughnessy 1931-1957 “They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old ; Age shall not weary them nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning U e will remember them. Ouklcuf . • , GEORGE FARGO, Editor DR. WILLIAM SULLIVAN, Adviser VICTORIA JARVIS, Editor From its inception, the I960 edition of the OAKLEAF has been organized around that theme of change which has marked our four years at Worcester State Teachers Col- lege. The editors, believing that progress entails combining the new with the old, have endeavored to preserve the best from former tradition, while at the same time adding new and different ideas and points of view. Our objective has been to create a yearbook which not only reflects the thoughts, feelings, and experi- ences of those for whom it is published, but also preserves permanently those things which have become increasingly dear to us. To this end, we present the 1960 OAKLEAF ... a pattern for diversity of memories. JAMES McGUIRK Photography Editor JOHN KOLLIAS Art Editor RICHARD PHELPS Literary Editor DOLORES ORCIUCH, Photography Editor MARILYN MELLEN, Literary Editor SHIRLEY SMITH Documentary Editor t ' Do We Dare Put That In? ' Dean Marguerite McKelligett presents the Alliance Francais Award to Robert Blais. Joan Bruazis, President of the Student Council, accepts the gavel from outgoing President Sandra Hickey. ALL = COLLEGE WEEK ing the week underclassmen presented skits in com- petition for the All-College Award. Pale Pearl and the Mighty Midgets, a beat take-off on Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, captured the plaque for the Fresh- men. Friday was Senior Day. After the Cap and Gown Investiture, the Seniors and their parents were honored at a tea given by the Junior Class. The All-College Dance, sponsored by the Student Council, concluded the week ' s activities. Sophomores Freshmen Juniors All-College Dance roms “Fiesta Holiday November 14, 1958 I ' ll Remember April April 25, 1958 Left to right: John Moc- Wode, Vice-President; Caro- lyn Bohmonn, Secretary; Joan Bruazis, President; John Hastings, Auditor. The Student Advisory Council is a coordinating agency between the student body and the faculty. The membership consists of two representatives from each class, three members from the senior class, and a faculty adviser. The activities of the council include the president ' s direction of the organization of the freshman class, the supervision of all class and club elections, the preparing of the student handbook, and the sponsoring of the All-College Dance. The council also votes on the best class skit presented during All- College Week and awards a plaque to the winner. In addition, the council approves budget appro- priations for various activities, distributes student identification cards, approves all buying and selling of emblems, and sponsors various activities of value to the student body. Faculty Adviser: Mr. John F. Eager appa Pi Delifc a Kappa Delta Pi is a National Honor Society in Education which has as its goal the engendering of high intellectual, personal, and professional attitudes in those about to enter the teaching pro- fession. The Worcester State Teachers College Chapter is Gamma Chi. Mem- bership is restricted to qualifying candi- dates of the Junior and Senior classes. The annual highlights of the Society ' s activities include fall and spring initiation banquets, an Honor Night for the ten highest ranking Sophomores. Class Day presentation of an award to the top Soph- omore student and selection of a delegate to the spring National Kappa Delta Pi Con- ference. This year, the society was host to the New England Regional Conference of KAII societies. Faculty Adviser: Dr. Elizabeth R. Barlow Initiation Banquet Seated, left to right; Irene Winski, Treasurer; Victoria Jarvis, Vice-President; Jacqueline Brooks, Recorder-Historian. Standing, left to right; Noel Zinkievich, President; Joyce McKeown, Secretary. Stiideiit CliFistiairi Association Seated: Ethel Helgesen, President. Standing, left to right: Kathleen French, Treasurer; Richard How- arth, Vice-President; Lois Parker, Recording Sec- retary; Jane Borthwick, Corresponding Secretary. S. C A. tries to fulfill the essential need of the college student for religious intellectual stim- ulation. Members of S. C. A. are united in loyalty to Jesus Christ and seek to understand the will of God through worship, study, and action. Each year, S. C. A. opens and closes the school session with a picnic. Major annual events con- sist of a Thanksgiving Needy-Family Food Project and a Scholarship Smorgasbord. Activities such as holding splash parties, hearing speakers, view- ing missionary films, and attending various con- ferences made up this year ' s program. Faculty Adviser: Dr. Edmund C. Osborne Putting the Thanksgiving collection to use The Newman Club is a nation- wide Catholic organization devoted to the cultivation oi Catholic ideals and principles. The major annual events are the Christmas toy collection for orphans, the women ' s weekend retreat at the Cenacle in Lancaster, and the Senior Honor Mass held during Graduation week. Other activities include Holy Hours, hearing guest speakers, and intercollegiate dances. Faculty Adviser: Dr. Walter P. Busam Religious Adviser: Reverend William W. McGovern First Row, left to right: Louroine Longval, Secretary; Joan Bruazis, President; Mary Doherty, Religious and Education Chairman. Second Row, left to right: Stephan Mc- Crea, Publicity Chairman; Joan Moreschi, Social Chairman; Ber- trand Bolduc, Treasurer; Virginia Majewski, Social Service Chairman; Joseph Breen, Vice-President. StiiJeintt N ational Edluication Associatiom Left to right: Marcia Horan, Vice-President ; Patricia McGrath, President; Lois Morelli, Secretary. John Gaumond, Treasurer, was absent. The S. N. E. A. is a professional associ- ation for all students planning to enter the field of teaching. Its purpose is to develop personal and professional competence and to give its members an opportunity to participate in a national organization while still students. The S. N. E. A. chapter at Worcester State Teachers College is a charter member of both the state and national N. E. A. Each year S. N. E. A. sponsors a Christ- mas program for children in local hospitals. The association also provides noted edu- cational speakers and participates annual- ly in the New England Conference. Faculty Adviser: Miss Ruth V. Somers Avid listeners to Christmas tales for CliiMfc.ooJ The A. C. E. I. is an organization designed to help future teachers to understand children better. A. C. E. is the students ' branch of the Association for Child- hood Education International, a professional organ- ization composed of teachers, principals, supervisors, and parents. The main projects of the association include sending two children to the Fresh Air Camp during the summer months, giving toys and books to local orphanages at Christmas, and sending delegates to the State and International meetings. Annual events are an open house, a card party, and a Christmas party for club members. The club ' s activities culminate in a Mother- Daughter Banquet. Faculty Adviser: Miss Madelin A. Wilmarth Christmas party Seated: Joan Moreschi, President. Standing, left to right: Sheila Cronin, Social Chairman; Joan Jakstis, Social Chairman; Patricia Sherry, Treasurer; Mary O ' Gorman, Vice-President; Ann Houlihan, Secretary. StiiJent PmUic Relations Association Seated, left to right: Christine Hanson, Secretary; Stanley Nelson, President, Standing, left to right: Edward Gallagher, Vice-President; John O ' Leary, Treasurer. The S. P. R. A. was established lor the purpose of informing the general public of the college activities and individual student achievements. This association is composed of class officers, class marshals, the editor of the school newspaper, and the presidents of all college organizations. Faculty Adviser: Dr. Joseph A. Shea Faculty editor of college news Preparing for the 1959 Junior-Senior Debate The Robert W. Fox Memorial Debating Society has as its aims the development of student interest in contemporary affairs, oral expression arts, and research. The Debating Society stresses the im- portance of speaking in the teaching profession, and plans its program to develop that ability. The Debating Society’s program inc ludes debates with colleges in the Worcester area, and with the United States Military Academy at West Point. In addition, teams participate in the New England Novice Tournament at Dartmouth College, and the New England Varsity Tournament at the Univer- sity of Massachusetts. Faculty Adviser: Dr. John E. Sullivan Tine Rotert F ox M emonal Detafmg Society Seated: James Morgan Presi- dent. Standing, left to right: Irene Staras, Assistant Debate Manager; Maryanne Shea, Sec- retary; Peter Dittami, Debate Manager; Pauline Shea, Treas- urer. com Left to right: John Lynch, Treasurer and Sports Editor; Dana Straight, Editor-in-Chief; Joan Bruazis, Secretary. John Wescott, Business Manager, was absent. The principal aim of the college newspaper is to serve as a medium of communication for the student body. It encourages creativity and writing techniques in its staff. The paper is published periodically throughout the year. Publications are sent to colleges in the local area. The major social event is the annual Spring Banquet. Faculty Adviser: Dr. Carleton E. Saunders The Literary Club is an organization which has as its purpose stimulation of further interest in and better insight into classical and contemporary plays and books. The club ' s membership includes not only students majoring in English, but also other members, of the student body who are interested in literature. This year ' s program included several trips to Boston for the purpose of seeing the current plays on the Boston stage. In addition, the club sponsored a Christmas Party for underprivileged children in the Worcester area. Faculty Adviser: Dr. Elizabeth Barlow Seated: Jean Sanders, President. Standing, left to right: Mary Doherty, Vice-President; Joan Jakstis, Social Chairman; Brid- get Quinn, Treasurer; Estelle Connor, Secretary. AuJio V isual Aidls Associaifaoiri Left to right: Paul Mullen, Vice-President; James McGuirk, President. John Wescott, Secretary-Treasurer, was absent. The A. V. A. was formed for the purpose of training students to operate and main- tain various types of audio-visual aids equipment. The practical knowledge gained through membership in this asso- ciation is of lasting assistance to all teachers. The association is responsible for operating equipment used for class periods, club meetings, and college as- sembly programs. Faculty Adviser: Mr. Melvin Merken Have enough fuses? cience Cluil]) The aim of the Science Club is to provide its members with added knowl- edge of science. To this end, the club strives to acquaint its members with pertinent current information to enrich their academic work. The program of the club includes films and field trips. In addition, the club provides discussions of new sci- ence curricula. Faculty Adviser: Mr. Melvin Merken A monthly meeting Seated, left to right: Sven Schedin, President; Nancy Fletcher, Secretary. Standing, left to right: James Donaldson, Treasurer; Joseph Breen, Vice-President. Hisfory Cliil]) The History Club has been organized as a result of special student interest. One of the primary objectives of the club is the enlightenment and intellectual stimulation of its members in history and related subjects. The History Club fulfills its objectives through the media of guest speakers, discussion and panel groups, and slides and films. During the current year the club has toured Mystic River Seaport and some historical landmarks of the Boston area. Faculty Adviser: Dr. Francis G. Walett First Row, left to right: Jac- queline DeCaire, Steering Com- mittee; Roland Varin, President. Second Row, left to right; John MacWade, Treasurer; Edward Nelson, Vice-President; David Beard, Secretary; Edward Val- inski. Steering Committee. Left to right: Joan McGourty, Vice-President; Elizabeth French, President. G eograpny liy Cluil]) The Geography Club has as its aim the development of an enriched geography background. The human, scientific, and political aspects of ge- ography are stressed in the club ' s program. program guest speakers, films, and dis- cussion groups. Periodically, the Geog- raphy Club visits the Meteorological Station at the Worcester Airport to see at first hand scientfic methods of weather forecasting. Faculty Adviser: Dr. Robert F. Perry, Jr. InteFiiational Relations Clnl]) Fascinated students hear panel of experts The I. R. C. is a student organization which has as its purpose the stimulation of interest and understanding in the field of contempo- rary international affairs. This organization fulfills a definite need for those who plan to enter the teaching profession by giving to them a background in the problems of foreign policy facing our nation. The membership includes both social studies majors and other students who have an interest in international politics. During the year, programs have included guest speakers, panels, discussion groups, films, and recordings. The club ends its activities with an annual banquet. Faculty Adviser: Dr. Francis L. Jones Left to right: Joseph Consigli, Vice-President; Paul Flynn, President; Linda Heinold, Secretary; John Connolly, Treasurer. Seated, left to right: Ruth Desmarais, Secretary; Patricia O ' Grady, Social Chairman; Gloria Rheaume, Treasurer. Standing, left to right: Paul Brunelle, Vice-President; Robert Gravel, President. The Cercle Fran ais serves to develop a better understanding of French life, culture, and literature. The annual club events include a Christ- mas gift presentation to an orphan in France, a Christmas Party, and a Spring Banquet. The club also views French educational films and hears guest speak- ers. Faculty Adviser: Miss Marguerite C. McKelligett wic� ercie le K ramicais Joyeux Noel! Seated: Dorothy McCarthy, Sec- retary. Standing, left to right: Stephen McCrea, Vice-President; Austin Rosner, President; V. Robert Pano, Treasurer. College ClkoiF A group of approximately seventy students with musical interest and ability have joined together under the excellent direction of Mr. Thomas Carpenter to give to the college an outstanding choral group. The choir presents two concerts to the student body during the academic year. A program of Christmas music is presented to the students and faculty. In the spring, the choir presents a repertoire which includes light classics, popular, and sacred music. In addition, this year the choir has participated in exchange con- certs with Salem State Teachers College, Fitchburg State Teachers College, and Bridgewater State Teachers College. The social program included a banquet and a picnic which were held in the spring. Faculty Adviser: Mr. Thomas Carpenter A wonderful Christmas concert! Cluil]) Left to right: Richard Raymond, Lynn Abodeely, Patricia Clark, John Rojcewicz, Marcia Horan, Joseph Cooney, Priscilla Hescock, Carol Clifford, Frederick Elliott, James Jasper, Amelia Borci, and Mary Doherty. PAPER PLATES FOR PAPA The Dramatic Club offers students an opportunity to expand dramatic interests and talents. Students are trained to correct speech habits and technical skills of stage craft. Each year, under the able direction of Miss Kathryn R. O ' Donnell, the club presents a major production to the entire student body. Membership is open to all stu- dents of the college interested in the fundamentals of drama. Club members consist of those students participating in the annual production. Faculty Adviser: Miss Kathryn R. O ' Donnell All right, so I forgot my lines. w omen s Afliletic Association Left to right: Irene Winski, Secretary; Florence Cure, Presi - dent; Ann Holohan, Treasurer. Dorothy McCarthy, Vice-Presi- dent, was absent. The W. A. A. functions for the specific purpose of stimulating participation in athletic and recreational activities. The activities of the club include a women ' s bowling league; a weekly swim program; bi-weekly co-educational sports days; co-operation with other colleges in Play Days; a Winter Carnival; an Annual Father-Daughter Banquet; and the annual awarding of two scholarships. Faculty Adviser: Dr. Anne F. Millan Thursday afternoons at the 20th Century eiis Associatuom The M. A. A. is an organization which serves to promote and regulate athletic activities for the male students of the college. The association features intramural tournaments each year. In addition. M. A. A. co-operates with W. A. A. in sponsoring the annual Winter Carnival. A nice, clean, easy game Faculty Adviser; Mr. John P. Mockler Left to right: Richard Brierly, President; Bertrand Bolduc, Vice-President; Charles George, Treasurer. Tommy Murphy BASKET B A L L SCHEDULE V .S.T.C. Opponents W.S.T.C. Opponents 64 Rhode Island College of Education 53 59 Plymouth State Teachers College 70 78 Boston State Teachers College 69 49 Assumption College 79 68 Assumption College 106 64 Rhode Island College of Education 38 89 Westfield State Teachers College 76 69 Willimantic, Connecticut 63 78 Salem State Teachers College 72 68 Westfield State Teachers College 54 68 Keene State Teachers College 51 66 Central Connecticut State College 94 67 Fitchburg State Teachers College 54 82 Fitchburg State Teachers College 66 66 Lowell State Teachers College 53 69 Salem State Teachers College 65 68 Lowell State Teachers College 66 75 Keene State Teachers College 77 76 Boston State Teachers College 59 77 Gorham State Teachers College 70 NEW ENGLAND TEACHERS COLLEGES TOURNAMENT W. S. T. C. 80 Willimantic, Connecticut 57 W. S. T. C. 61 Plymouth State Teachers College 65 Ed Gallagher Bob Constanza basketball C L A S F F E R S 1961 Seated, left to right: Joseph Haughey, President; John O ' Leary, Vice-President. Stand- ing, left to right: Mary Doherty, Social Chairman; Marcia Horan, Treasurer; Christine Hanson, So- cial Chairman; Drucilla Bick- ford, Vice-President. 196 Seated, left to right: Noreen Cassidy, Secretary; Edward Gallagher, President; Patricia Haganey, Social Chairman. Standing, left to right: Donald Logan, Treasurer; Edmund Cad- orette. Social Chairman; Paul Brunelle, Vice-President. 196 Seated: left to right; Carolyn Gendron, Secretary; Patricia Kearney, Social Chairman. Standing, left to right: Kenneth Davis, President; Edward Faron, Vice-President; Michael Merrick., Social Chairman. Stephen Nani- igian. Treasurer, was absent. I like the coolness of cotton next to my skin. ' From a purely logical standpoint . . What form! Jn school . . . and out You ' re only 620th on the waiting list. 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Al-dinal [‘■T ' Welcome to the Club 616. n groups, gii Welcome to Grand Central, There ' s that hat again Come tiptoe through the tulips with me, The party ' s over Ah, peace ancJ quiet! Ten years from now, what (difference will it make? She ' s a trim craft, matey! Well, Ray, what is it? Quiet, JohnI Damn the torpedos, full speed aheadi ' i ■ . It ' s always open house at our house. What do you mean get out? This is my room . . . isn ' t It? Just one more hand then we ' ll go to bed. N. Y. C., here we come! It ' s in the cards. All right, girls. A ten-minute break is enough! S-s-steadyl A teacher ' s teacher. The book must be wrong! Acres and acres of space, and it ' s all ours. You know you can trust me. Interesting, eh what? ' What ' s this with three shiny leaves? ' Look mo. It works! Term papers! Term papers! I made this one myself! What ' ll we do with these extra parts? Well, how do you think feel? ' ' But have you considered individual differences? 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