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Birmingham W J August 16-20

All Alpha Sigma Taus are requested to be present when the Twenty-first National Convention convenes August 16, 1976. You will find yourself a part of the events that surround an AST Convention as well as part of the national Bicentennial and the seventy-sixth birthday celebration of Alpha Sigma Tau.

There is no way you can participate more directly in the business of the Sorority or be a part of shaping plans for the future of AST. Con­vention ti me is an opportunity to be with sisters you know, to meet others ,

to feel and experience events that will strengthen th bond that joins us together. Being with ASTs from all parts of the USA, sharing ideas, learn ing , discussing AST business and planning the future of the Sorority are some things in wh ich you will take part .

ASTs love fun , laughter and having good times . . . these , too , will be enjoyed at planned events as well as those spon­taneous ones sisters generate. COME! Add your talents , questions and laughter to the gathering of Alpha Taus from every­where .

Let each of us be a part of this very special week to celebrate 1976, to meet the present needs by action and decis ion ,

Sybil Ki ng and to build the future with careful plan­ning.

We have been fortunate to have had the HISTORY OF ALPHA SIGMA TAU published this year. As we glean from our past with pride, loyalty and devotion , let us resolve to chart the course of the future with the same determination and enthusiasm displayed in the past.

Volume LI NUMBER 2

OF ALPHA SIGMA TAU

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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21st National Convention

Questions and Answers . ... . . .. .. .. . .. . .... .

Honor Roll .... . . . .. .. . . . . . .. .... ....... . . .

Ring In The New .................. . .. .. .. .

What Am I Going To Wear ... ....... . ...... .

Hotel Reservations ....... . . . .... . . . .... ... .

Convention Registration . ... ...... . ......... .

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Pine Mountain In Action . ......... . ... . . . ... 10

AST Helps Pine Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

AST Honors 50-Year Members . . .. .. ... . ..... 14

Contributors To National Headquarters Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

National Panhellenic Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Top Taus .... . .. . .. . .... .. .... . .. . .. . .. . .. 19

Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

THE HISTORY OF ALPHA SIGMA TAU

Part II National Development Section B: 1939-1949 .. . ...... . . . .... . 57

Epilogue To National Development 1927-1949 . . 87

Part III National Expansion Section A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Nat ional Editor Mrs. Barbara Koscierzynski 5008 Commor Detroit , Michi gan 48212

Alumnae Ch apter Ed itor

Miss Rose Marie Schmidt 5106 Harva rd Road Detroit, Mi chigan 48224

Spring '76

THE ANCHOR is published in the Fall and Spring. Third class postage is paid at St. Louis, Missouri. Subscription price is $3.00 per year.

Send all editorial material to the Central Office, 6200 Hoffman Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri 63139. Copy should arrive not later than June 1 and December 1.

Send change of address, vital statistics, in memoriam noti ces, and all sorori ty business correspondence to Alpha Sigma Tau Central Office, 6200 Hoffman Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri 63139.

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PROGRAM SATURDAY, August 14, 1976

2:00 p.m. National Council

SUNDAY, August 15, 1976 8:00 a.m. National Council 5:00 p.m. District Presidents with Director of

Collegiate Chapters 8:00 p.m. National Council & District Presidents 9:00 p.m. District Presidents with

National President

MONDAY, August 16, 1976 8:00 a. m. National Council & District Presidents 9:00 a.m. National Council 2:00 p.m. National Staff 2:30 p.m. Registration 4:45 p.m. Committee Chairmen with Director

of Fraternity Programs 7:30 p.m. Formal Opening 8:30 p.m. Officers Reception for all

Convention attendants 9:30 p.m. Collegiate Session-Alumnae

Session 10:30 p.m. Ceremonial Rehearsal

TUESDAY, August 17, 1976 8:00 a.m. District Meetings 9:15 a.m. General Session

12 :00 Noon Queen 's Luncheon 2:30 p.m. General Session 5:30 p.m. Ceremonials Rehearsal 9:00 p.m. Memorial Service & Ceremonials

HOTEL RATES Single Double Triple

22.00 per room + 1.32 tax 27.00 per room + 1.62 tax 30.00 per room + 1.80 tax 33.00 per room + 1.98 tax Quadruple

REGISTRATION FEE ... .. ..... . .. .. . .. . 25.00 To include : programs, Alpha Sig-Nal Officers' Reception banquet favor

Meal rates are estimated since the hotel will make no commitment until after June 1976. Queen's Luncheon 6.00 Banquet 10.00 These rates apply to those registered for the entire convention. The rate for each special event meal will be slightly higher for those members who are not registered for the entire convention.

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WEDNESDAY, August 18, 1976 8-11 a.m. General Session

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11 :00 a.m. Panhellenic Luncheon 8:00 p.m. Rush Party 9:00 p.m. Collegiate Session-Alumnae

Session

THURSDAY, August 19, 1976 8:00 a.m. District Meetings

10:30 a.m. General Session 2:00 p.m. General Session 6:30 p.m. Formal Banquet

FRIDAY, August 20, 1976 8:00 a.m. General Session

10:00 a.m. Formal Closing 2:00 p.m. Post Convention Analysis 8:00 p.m. National Council

SATURDAY, August 21, 1976 8:30 a.m. National Council

Program for the 21st.

National Convention

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Answers ...

Q What are the hotel rates? Single room . ............... . $22.00 Twins . ....... . . .. .......... $27.00 Triples .... ... . ... .. .. .. ..... $30.00 Quads ..... . ................ $33.00 Plus 6% Sales Tax Children under 14 years of age-free in parents' room.

Q Can AST families have this rate? Yes, through convention registration.

Q What is the registration fee? $25.00 for the entire convention.

Q Do member's family staying at the Kahler pay the registration fee?

No, they do not.

Q What does full time registration fee include?

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Programs, banquet favors , other favors, Alpha Sig-Nal , and Officer's reception.

Q What are the prices of the planned affairs? Banquet $10.00 Luncheons Each $6.00 Meal rates are estimated since the hotel will make no commitment until after June, 1976.

Q What does parking at the Kahler cost? There is no charge for guest parking.

Q What transportation is there from the airport to the hotel?

Airport transportation is available, $2.00 per person (subject to change) .

Q What shall we wear at the various meetings, etc.?

See page 7. Q Who can attend convention?

All Alpha Sigma Taus are welcome. Relatives and friends may attend planned affairs which include the banquet, lunch­eon, and sight-seeing .

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'Honor '1{911 Don 't think that a "job well done" or group and

personal achievement go unrecognized by your sisters. For it is a tradition at each national convention to " pin a rose" on those alumnae and collegiate chapters, advisers, and individuals who have gone that extra mile to make AST what it should be.

SCHOLARSHIP CUPS are awarded to the chapter who has maintained the highest grade point average. If a chapter should have the highest grades for three , consecutive years, the cup becomes the permanent property for that chapter to proudly display. A miniature replica is awarded to each first- , second-, and third place winners for permanent possession .

INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENT is recognized for those collegiate members who have main­tained a four-point average (on a four-point scale) .

SCRAPBOOKS are displayed at each convention , and an award is presented to the chap­ters having the best scrapbooks.

SONGS bring joy and memories to all, and to those composers and lyricists, there is an award. The award is presented to the collegiate and alumnae chapters presenting the best original song .

The ADA A. NORTON ALUMNAE AWARD recognizes alumnae who have been of loyal service to Alpha Sigma Tau .

The CARRIE W. STAEHLE ALUMNAE AWARD is presented to alumnae advisers for excep­tional service to a colleg iate chapter and the sorority.

The HELEN R. GARMAN AWARD recognizes faculty advisers who have given exceptional guidance to their chapters.

MUSEUM OF ART: The Birmingham Museum of Art houses outstanding art and sculpture works from over

the world ranging from New Guinea primitives to iron sculptures . The museum also has the world 's finest private

collection of Wedgwood . Kress Collection of 29 paint·

ings and other treasures valued at more than S1 0-

million . Beginning with six galleries in City Hal l in 1951 .

the Museum occupied its own bui lding on May 3, 1959,

then opened a major add iti on in 1967. Another wing

presently is under construction .

'Who's CJ'he ~airest of CJ'hem All? You'll have to come to the 21st AST Na­tional Convention in Birmingham to be among the first to find out just who will be the Convention Queen. This lovely

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lady will be chosen from the Queen Can­didates at a luncheon in their honor at the Kahler Plaza, August 17.

The Queen will be selected by a local

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panel of judges. Selection of the "fairest" shall be based on the candidate's beauty, poise, personality, diction, voice, spon­taneity, and loveliness.

If you haven't already done so, select your candidate and send her name to Central Office, NOW.

')Qng in the New ... Convention Belles! Now's the time to decide if you'll join the Southern Belles of Birmingham in celebration with the Liberty Bell and become a Convention Belle.

If you see at least three conventions listed below which you have attended, you are a Convention Belle.

1. Detroit, Michigan 1925 11. Roanoke, Virginia 1955 2. Detroit, Michigan 1927 12. Buffalo, New York 1958 3. Buffalo, New York 1929 13. Washington, D . C. 1960 4. Denver, Colorado 1931 14. St. Louis, Missouri 1962 5. Cleveland, Ohio 1934 15. Detroit, Michigan 1964 6. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 1936 16. Cincinnati, Ohio 1966 7. St. Louis, Missouri 1939 17. New Orleans, Louisiana 1968 8. Cincinnati, Ohio 1946 18. Toronto, Canada 1970 9. Detroit, Michigan 1949 19. Virginia Beach, Virginia 1972

10. Chicago, Illinois 1952 20. Detroit, Michigan 1974 21. Birmingham, Alabama 1976

LEGION FIELD: In one of the largest stadiums in America. Legion Field , football fans watch major and small college and high school football games. Named in 1927 in honor of the American Leg ion and standing as a memori al to those who gave their lives in the service of their country. the stadi um has a capaci ty of 73,000 spectators. The artificial turf field boasts one of the best lighting systems in the country, enabling games at night to be televised in color. Seven college and about 25 high school games are scheduled for this fall. Estimated value of the faci l ity is 84.2 million.

JAPANESE AND BOTANICAL GARDENS: Two of Birmingham's outstanding features are the Japanese and Bo­tanical Gardens. The Japanese Gardens were designed especially for Birmingham by the noted Japanese land­scape architect Buffy Murai. The majestic mood of old Japan is recreated in flowers, shrubs and stone statuary. Symbolic oriental bridges, linked by pebble pathways, cross the gardens ' lakes and brooks. The Botani ca l Gardens, 67 acres of landscaped and floral beauty, has rare and delicate flora from all over the world , plus a unique outdoo r " floral c lock" that actuall y keeps time .

'What In CJ'he World Am I (ioing CJ'oWear1

If you keep your convention wardrobe simple and practical, you'll fare well in the Magic City. For traveling, a light­weight dress, pant sui t, or nice slacks and tops will be perfect_ Bring your com­fortable shoes and sandals-you'll be on your feet a lo t. It's a good idea to pack a light sweater or wrap, because the air conditioning is "plenty powerful" .

Here is a sample list of what to pack for the August Convention:

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1. Light-weight summer dresses, slacks, and pant suits

2. Comfortable shoes or sandals 3. An after-five--long or short 4. A simple whi te dress for ceremonials 5. A sweater and light-weight coat, cape,

or shawl 6. Jeans-for after hours, non-public

wearing 7. Swim suit

'Hotel ~servations

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Date _ _____ _

Name _____ ________ __

Address_~~----------~---------~~~-----City Sta t e Z i p Code

Please enter my reservation as indicated below fo r Alpha Sigma Tau Convention August 16-20, 1976 at the Kahler Plaza, Birm ingham, Alabama.

Preference for roommate or roommates:

Name _____________________ __

Address ____________________ __

Name _ ______________ ______ __

Address ____________________ __

Roommate must include reservation in same envelope.

Arriving _______________________ _ Date T im e

Departing ______________ _______ ~_ Date T im e

Please list names and relationsh ip of friends or family attending convention with you on a separate sheet. Attach this information to you r Hotel Reservation form and return to Alpha Sigma Tau Central Office.

Room requests:

Single $22.00 Triples $30.00 per room per room

Twin $27.00 Quads $33.00 per room per room

Deadline: July 15, 1976.

Check your hotel confirmat ion ca refully.

SEND TO: ALPHA SIGMA TAU CENTRAL OFFICE 6200 HOFFMAN AVE. ST. LOUIS, MO. 63139

Add 6% Sales Tax

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Convention ~gistration National Officers, National Staff, Collegiate and Alumnae Chapter delegates will receive regis­tration blanks from the Central Office for pre- Convention registration . All others are urged to pre-register by sending check for registration and the planned affairs they wish to attend.

CONVENTION REGISTRATION BLANK

Deadline, July 29, 1976

Date, _ ___ ______ _ _

Please type or print:

REGISTRATION FEE $25.00 No refund after July 29

Full Name _ ______ ~~~~--~-~~-----------(Husband's name, if married)

Maiden Name, _ _ ___ ________ Collegiate Chapter _____ _

Home Address _ _____ _ ___________ _______ _

______ (City) ______ (State), ______ (Zip Code)

Summer Address if different from above

CHECK ONE:

Collegiate, _ _ _ _____ ____ _ Alumnu_ __________ ___

I am NOW a member of, _ _ _ _ ____________ _____,lumnae Chapter

I am NOW a member of, ___________ _____ Collegiate Chapter

I have attended, ___________ ___ _ _ __ previous conventions.

Will you sing in the Convention Chorus? __ _ Soprano. _ _ _ Alto, __ _

I plan to attend convention meetings and meals on :

Tuesday, August 17, Queen's Luncheon ___ Thursday, August 19, Banque.__ __

Wednesday, August 18, NPC Luncheon __ _

REGISTRATION FEE ($25 .00) MUST ACCOMPANY THIS BLANK.

RETURN TO: ALPHA SIGMA TAU CENTRAL OFFICE, 6200 HOFFMAN, ST. LOUIS, MO. 63139

Make Check Payable To Alpha Sigma Tau

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Pine Mountain School's valley and campus. Entrance of chapel made of stone cut from the mountain .

PINE MOUNTAIN~ nl

IN ACTION ='t~

Spinning wheel and mountain weaving in small Appalachian textile museum .

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Pine Mountain Settlement School is lo­cated in Harlan County, Kentucky in the midst of mountains, forests and coalfields. Founded in 1913, its programs have con­tinually adapted to the changing needs of the region and its inhabitants. Its 800 acres include both forest and farmland. In addition to its educational functions, the school's modest dining hall, confer­ence rooms, 65 bed dormitory, and recreational areas may occasionally be reserved for such purposes as community activities, church retreats, civic club meetings, youth camps, and general con­ferences. It offers services of a library which AST supports with a special col­lection of Appalachian materials, region­al museum, non-denominational chapel, swimming pool, playaround, nature trail , caves, and a gift shop for the sale of local crafts. Pine Mountain' heritage of Appalachian tradition helps provide opportunitie for

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Miniature cabin built by students just as pionee rs had built .

groups and individuals to discover great­er understanding among all people as well as an appreciation of the close links among different parts of the environment. The schools programs encourage attitudes which insure responsible stewardship rather than despoliation of the world we share.

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Laurel House ca feteri a and classroom build ing made of natural rock.

ANNUAL EVENTS These events are open to individuals

as well as to groups. I. Spring Wildflower Weekend

(April) II. Spring Bee Weekend (mid

June) Ill. Medicinal Plants Workshop

5 days (summer) IV. Edible Plants Workshop 5

days (summer) V. Fall Color Weekend (mid

October) VI. College Terms in Appalachian

Culture and Environment (December and January)

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National Soci al Service Chairman, Martha Belknap, admiring an artist's sketches of loca l fl ora with Pine Mountai n School Direc tor. Rev . Alv in Boggs .

AlT HELPS

Loca l mountai n children on steps of AST supported li brary .

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LESSON PLANS FOR GROUPS: ECOLOGY: trees - sunlight - com­

munities and change - adaptat ion to seasons - wildlife hab itat -water and life population dynam ics - weather

MAN IN KENTUCKY: man and his homes- trad itional crafts (weaving , dyeing , cornshucks, etc.)

OBSERVATION : discovery hikes -compass and directions - birding - quiet hour - wildflowers

CONSERVATION: soil- strip mining (25 mi. round trip) -energy and re­sources - forest measurement and logging - solar energy for human use

PHYSICAL WORLD : geology and fos­sils- cave exploration -water and land

RECREATION AND SKILLS : nature crafts - sports and playground -whittling- swimming (summer)

NIGHT ACTIVITIES : astronomy­flashlight hike - folk games and folk dancing - library and story te lling

- movies and slides - environ-mental and nature games

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE: Pine Mountain provides planning as­sistance in setting up outdoor study areas for schools that have partici­pated in our programs at Pine Moun­tain Settlement School. We bel ieve that schools should make use of al l available resou rces in teach ing stu­dents about the ir relat ionsh ip to the natural world .

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Visiting school ch ildren at drinking founta in after a June eco logy fi eld trip to Pine Mountai n.

PINE MOUNTAIN

Restored William Creech Cabin of early 1900's.

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AnOldMan'sHopes for the Children oft he Kentucky Mountains

• • : ~ i ~ ' • • ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' • ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' • ' • ~!~t~t++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

I ooN'T look after wealth for them. I look after

the prosperity of our nation. I want all young­

uns taught to serve the livin God. Of course,

they wont all do that, but they can have good

and evil laid before them and they can choose

which they will. I have heart and cravin that our

people may grow better. I have deeded my land

to the Pine Mountain Settlement School to be

used for school purposes as long as the Consti·

tution of the United States stands. Hopin it

may make a bright and intelligent people after

I'm dead and gone.

~~o'" a L.rtter bv

CJ.Uillla ... e ... cl.. s ... 1915

~INII froiOUNTAIN , KIINTUOIC'Y

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rs 50 Year Members

Alpha

Myrta Styckle Oliver Olga Stinchcomb Van Mere Anne Maier Mast Helen Frostic Warren Annetta Field Isabella McGuire Lillian Lee McComb Margaret Holcomb Twork Roberta Carver Beaver Pauline Bently

Zeta

Pearl L. Moore Hornberger Helen Thornton Fowler Priscilla Heath Witchey Blanche Swope Smink Alice E. Hesser Sinclair Josephine Pau l Guinevere Knapp Mildred A. Plumber Helen Shearer Hopper Roberta G. Seltzer

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The following 1926 initiates received their 50 year certificates

this year. If you have information about any member who

should be included in this list please notify the Central Office.

fi{zti0nai.7Jv.ridorl

Theta

Virginia Smith McBride Edna McKinley Herig Mary Louise Mandrea Doyle Marguerite Brodison Milby Ida Brody Victorson Mary Johnston Robertson Edna Mae McKee Soeder Helen Rente Persons Helen Jacka Schweiss

Iota

Virgee Flora Schne ider Carm ille Holley Rush Opal Wilson Gish Wilma Schafer Re in hart Freeda Hume Litchfield

Lambda

Mary Donohue Mary Flanagan Kautter Helen McManus Al ice Detweiler Faill on

Sigma

Mary Mulroy Duggan Ruth Holden Baker Blanche Bell inger Dean Glendore Fennel Frank

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History of

Alpha Sigma Tau Part Two

National Development

1927-1949

SECTION 8: (1939-1949)

Beverly Y. Bollard

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There is a time for growing,

a time for thinking . . . learning .. . knowing ...

a time for being alone ...

There is a time for seeing,

a time for wandering .. . searching .. . being . ..

a time to discover who we are.

There is a time for sharing . ..

a time for touching ... loving . .. caring .. .

a time for being together . . .

A time for AST.

Adapted from Tom Wilson

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Table of Contents

PART II

NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Section B: 1939-1949 (Beverly Y. Bollard)

CHAPTER TITLE PAGE CHAPTER TITLE

XVII A Time to Enthuse: 61 XXI A Time to Celebrate : Seventh National Convention Ninth National Convention 1949 1939 " Golden Anniversary "

XVIII A Time to Defend and Serve : 67 XXII A Time to Broaden Horizons:

The War Years and Nine New Chapters 1940-1948

Social Service Phi Alpha Alpha

1941-1945 Chi Alpha Beta Psi Alpha Gamma

XIX A Time to Improve: 69 Omega Alpha Delta

District Meetings Alpha Epsilon

1940 and 1945 XXIII A Time to Merge:

XX A Time to Reunite: 71 Merger of the Association of Education Sororities with the

Eighth National Convention National Panhellenic Conference 1946 1947-1951

EPILOGUE OF NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 87 1927-1949

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LOOK TO THIS DAY

Look to this day!

For it is life, the very life of life.

In its brief course lie all the varieties and realities of your existence.

The bliss of growth;

The glory of action;

The splendor of beauty;

For yesterday is already a dream, and tomorrow is only a vision;

But today, well lived, makes every yesterday

A dream of happiness, and every tomorrow a vision of hope.

Look well, therefore, to this day!

Such is the salutation of the dawn!

-From the Sanskrit

From Alpha Sigma Tau Devotions

Mrs. Joseph A. Steen National Chaplain

1970

Chapter17 A Time To Enthuse ...

Seventh National Convention, 1939

St. Louis, Mo.

SEVENTH NATIONAL CONVENTION August23, 24, 25, 1939 Chase Hotel , St. Louis, Missouri

The Seventh National Convention of Alpha Sigma Tau was formally opened at 10:00 o'clock Wednesday morning , August 23 at the Hotel Chase, St. Louis Missouri by the National President, Mrs. Carrie W. Staehle. Preceding the convention the National Board had met on August 21 and 22 at the Hotel Chase; and the National Alumnae Repre­sentatives had convened for a four-hour meeting on Tuesday afternoon , August 22 at the hotel under the direction of Mrs. Staehle. Complete records of the Board Meeting, Alumnae Representative Meeting, Convention, Interim Business 1936-1939, and Annual Report for 1938-1939 may be found in The Anchor of October 1939, Vol. XV, No.1.

The following national officers were present:

President Mrs. Carrie W. Staehle (Alpha)

Vice-presidents Miss Dorothy Stadler (Eta) Miss Edith Paul (Zeta) Miss Mary Alice Seller (Iota) Miss Romaine Kanode (Omicron) (substituting for Mrs. Bula McNeill)

AES Representative Miss Edith Mansell (Beta)

Secretary Miss Mary Jane Manchester (Eta)

Treasurer Mrs. Gwendolyn Ridderhof (Zeta)

Editor Mrs. Mary Louise Doyle (Theta)

Historian and Chaplain Mrs. Audrey Lucke (Nu)

Chairmen of National Comm ittees present: Scholarship Awards

Mrs. R. S. MacDougall (Zeta) Examination

Mrs. Carmen Delaney (Theta) Scholarship Loan Fund

Miss Margaret Macdonald (Sigma) Songbook

Mrs. Sarah Perrine (Alpha) Life Membership

Mrs. Perle Dall (Iota) Traditions

Mrs. Dorothy Robinson (Pi) Convention

Miss Lois Hoynck (Pi) Parliamentarian

Miss Beverly Bollard (Sigma)

Collegiate Chapter Delegates : Alpha . . .......... Florence Bowers Delta ..... . . . .... Anne Price Rees Zeta ............. Jean Dykens Theta .. .. ....... . Connie Conklin Iota ... .. . . ...... Bern ice Cann Lambda . . ....... Ruth Atherton Nu ......... . .... Kathleen Lorenz Omicron . .... . ... Sue Perry Pi .. ............ . Ruth Priebe Rho ...... . ...... Geneva Kretsinger Sigma ........... Helen Stachowicz Upsilon ....... . . . Julia Mae Avery Zeta Tau . ... ... .. Marguerite Costello

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SEVENTH NATIONAL CONVENTION Hotel Chase , St. Louis, Mo., August 21-25 , 1939

Alumnae Chapter Delegates:

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Akron-Canton , Ohio Martha Chapman

Beckley, West Virginia Theda Crotty

Bluefield , West Virginia Virginia Bailey

Buffalo, New York Evelyn Grampp

Cleveland, Ohio Grace Conlin

Denver, Colorado Juanita Emerick

Detroit, Michigan Cecil Barrett

Durant, Oklahoma Ruth Johnson

Emporia, Kansas Grace Leatherberry

Flint, Michigan Lucille Gale

Johnstown , Pennsylvania Edith Furst

Lansing , Mich igan Maxine Springer

Norfolk-Portsmouth, Virginia Harriet Branch

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Mabel Schreiber

St. Louis, Missouri El izabeth Wilson

Welch , West Virginia Lena Gary

Wichita, Kansas Helen Steele

Will iamsport, Pennsylvania Helen L. Thomas

Ypsilanti-Ann Arbor, Michigan Marian Fisher

National Alumnae Representatives : Eta . ....... . .. . .. Bern ice Baumberger Delta ......... . . . Marion Weaver

(for Betty Weaver) Zeta .... .. 0 ••• 0 •• Virgi nia Plankenhorn

and Myra Allen Theta . .. . 0 ••• 0 • •• Lenore Briggs Iota .. . ... . . 0 0 • • • Le Royce Downing

and Ester Griffith Lambda ... . .... .. Mabel Schreiber

(for Clarice Collins) Nu .... . .. . .. . . .. Pauline Allen Om icron .... .. ... Romaine Kanode Pi .. .. ..... .. ... . Virginia Herron Rho ............. Kathleen Kelchner Sigma .. . . 0 •• •• • • Beverly Bo llard Zeta Tau ......... Ellen Mason Upsilon ......... . Margie Perkins

The Seventh National Convention was the most enthusiastic and joyful national gather­ing we had ever experienced! It was marked by a sense of excitement and progress that we had never felt before. This was due to several factors . The Convention Committees from Pi Collegiate and St. Louis Alumnae had planned many delightful events. The Chase Hotel was very beautiful and excep­tionally well-suited to our needs. The dele­gates seemed particularly capable and bub­bling with good ideas ; and our National Staff, under Mrs. Staehle 's leadership, had prepared innovative and stimulating objec­tives for us to achieve. Last, but not least, was the absolutely perfect weather which we experienced in St. Louis-bright, clear, sunny and pleasantly cool with low humidity ! Not at all what we had expected in August in St. Louis.

The Formal Opening, an innovation, was a very dignified beginning for our activities. There were devotions led by Audrey Lucke, National Chaplain ; a welcome by the Con­vention Chairman, Lois Hoynck; and replies by the four District Presidents. Mrs. Walter Kirchner, a patroness of Pi Chapter gave an inspirational talk on sorority ideals, and the meeting concluded with selections from

Chopin and Sibelius by Robert Van Meter, concert pianist.

A tour of the city on Wednesday afternoon was the first special event. On the tour all of the famous and beautiful buildings in Forest Park were visited-Art Museum, Jefferson Memorial, Zoological Gardens, Shaw Botani­cal Gardens and others. The historic water­front, civic center, university and residential sections were also included.

On Wednesday evening the Pi girls were hostesses for an hilarious party in the Roof Garden. It was a Carnival at which the guests were given "mills" (used in paying Missouri 's sales tax) to spend at all sorts of enticing booths. At the conclusion , each district pre­sented a comedy skit.

The traditional Formal Banquet was out­standing at this Convention . Elizabeth Wilson conducted a beautiful candlelighting service. Dorothy Robinson was toastmistress and Ruth Priebe welcomed the convention . Dorothy Stadler, National Vice-President for First District, gave a sho rt talk , followed by the presentation of awards by Carrie Staehle, National President. These awards were the Collegiate Chapter Scholarship Cup (Theta) ; Scholarship Ring (Jeanne Garner, Pi) ; Col­legiate Scrapbook (Zeta Tau); Alumnae

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Scrapbook (Buffalo and Bluefield Alumnae -tie) . Margaret Pollock, Flint Alumna, re­ceived an award for submitting the best name for the convention newspaper. The Alpha Sig-Nal. Lillian Vogt, St. Louis alumna, was editor of the paper which was published each day of the convent ion . The Ada A. Norton Award for Alumnae Achievement was established to be awarded at future conventions.

After the banquet the girls attended the Municipal Opera in Forest Park where they saw an exciting performance of the co lorful operetta, " Victoria and her Hussar."

The meeting on Thursday morning was addressed by Dr. Henry J. Gerling , Superin­tendent of the St. Louis Schools. His subject

was " The Social Values of a College Edu­cation. "

At noon on Friday each district held a special luncheon at which the time and place of District Meetings in 1940 were de­c ided.

The last bus iness meeting was distin­gu ished by several beautiful rituals. Pi chap­ter presented a formal pledging service followed by a model initiation. Mrs. Staehle conducted fo r the f irst time a " Yellow Rose Memorial Service" in honor of our deceased sisters. Two new national off icers were formally installed at the conclus ion of this meeting. A Farewell Tea in the Crystal Room marked the close of this ve ry successful convention .

During the three convention days, five business sessions were held , including a special meeting for all alumnae chapter dele­gates, and one for collegiate delegates. At the collegiate meeting, Pi chapter conducted a model business session according to parliamentary law. An interesting addition to each convention session was the enthusias­tic singing which marked the opening of every meeting . The new AST songs were introduced by Sarah Perrine, National Music chairman in a very spirited manner.

At the first meeting Mrs. Staehle stated that the theme of the convention was cultural development, and presented these topics as convention aims:

1. To increase the size of collegiate chapters

2. To increase the number of life members 3. To standardize the equipment and

procedures 4. To organize more alumnae into

chapters 5. To install more collegiate chapters 6. To seek more opportunities for service

a. For one another b. For the college c . As a National Organization

7. To consider what it means to be an Alpha Sigma Tau .

The convention made good progress in achieving specific steps to accomplish the above goals in the years following the con­vention . Among the important items of con­vention business such as amendments, reso­lutions, and regulations adopted were: 1. A new filing system for the Alumnae Rep­

resentatives' Directory Cards which had been printed by the Central Off ice.

2. Yearly history of collegiate and alumnae chapters to be written by chapter his­torians and sent to National Historian and Alumnae Representative annually.

3. Number of standing committees in both alumnae and collegiate chapters in­creased .

4. At the special Alumnae Meeting , pro­cedures for meetings, program, filing systems, ritual finance and social serv ice were discussed and clarified .

5. The collegiate delegates inspected robes, and considered prob lems of finance, budget-making , rushing , pledge study, and ritual.

6. A 90% vote (instead of unanimous vote) required for new members.

7. National collegiate dues increased to $7.00 pe r year.

8. Life membership reduced to $15.00, pay­able within three years.

FORMAL BANQUET Hotel Chase August 24. 1939

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9. New national awards adopted: a. Annual Efficiency Award to collegiate

and alumnae chapters having highest record of efficiency in all depart­ments.

b. Individual Scholarship Award (ring) to member having highest scholastic average for the year.

c. National award to an outstanding alumna to be known as "The Ada A. Norton Memorial Award for Alumnae Achievement. "

10. Any member of a collegiate chapter who had not redeemed her good standing (financial or scholastic) within one term or semester forfeit membersh ip in the sorority.

11 . Charter Fee for new chapters reduced from $50.00 to $25.00.

12. New rules for Scholarship Loan Fund were adopted

13. A special Ritual Committee which worked during the convention, and through 1939-1940, was responsible for : a. ·Revision of collegiate initiation

service b. Revision of alumnae induction

ceremony c. True Grecian design for robes d. Design for special AST candlesticks.

14. The national chairman of Traditions and

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Program now collects and compiles ma­terial suitable for cultural programs and sends suggestions and outlines to alumnae and collegiate chapters.

15. A resolution was adopted "That Alpha Sigma Tau shall petition National Pan­hellenic Congress for full membership in event that the other Association of Educat ion Sorority groups do likewise. "

The nominating corr.mittee submitted the following report which was accepted by unanimous vote. President

Mrs. Carrie Staehle (Alpha) Vice-presidents

First District Miss Dorothy Stadler (Eta)

Second District Miss Edith Paul (Zeta)

Third District Miss Mary Alice Seller (Iota)

Fourth District Mrs. Bula McNeill (Omicron)

Secretary Miss Mary Jane Manchester (Eta)

Treasurer Mrs. Gwendolyn Ridderhof (Zeta)

Editor Mrs. Mary Louise Doyle (Theta)

Chaplain and Historian Mrs. Ellen Mason(Zeta Tau)

Chapter 18 A Time To Defend and Serve .••

1941-1945 The War Years and Social Service

'.'God grants liberty only to those who love lt, and are always willing to guard and defend it."

DANIEL WEBSTER- 1834

With the entrance of the United States into World War II, after the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941 , the lives of all individuals and organizations in the country underwent many changes and sacrifices. Alpha Sigma Tau was no exception. It is to the credit of the members, both collegiate and alumnae, and the National Staff that the sorority participated actively in every phase of the war effort. At the same time sorority activities essential for the growth and well­being of the local groups and national or­ganization continued throughout the War despite many difficulties and adjustment~ to war-time conditions.

The first major change was the cancella­tion of the national convention which was to have been held in Cincinnati in August 1942. In place of the convention a national board meeting was held in Detroit, at which the following resolutions were adopted:

1. That Alpha Sigma Tau cooperate with the Association of Education Sororities in defense projects.

2. That Alpha Sigma Tau , as a Sorority, support the war effort in every way possible.

3. That Margaret M. Macdonald be ap­pointed National Defense Chairman of Alpha Sigma Tau.

Miss Macdonald (Sigma) continued as chairman until August 1943 when she was elected National Treasurer. The new De­fense Chairman was Mae Fraser (Beta) of

Detroit who continued as chairman for the duration of the war.

In the early years of the war, most projects were planned and developed by the respec­tive collegiate and alumnae chapters to meet needs on the campuses and communities where chapters were located . In The Anchor of March 1943, Margaret Macdonald re­ported on the various types of work most popular in the chapters. Some of these are listed to give an idea of the scope and variety of activities which aided the war effort of the United States and her allies :

Knitting afghans, letters and gifts to ser­vicemen , USO work, Civilian Defense Red Cross activities, Salvage drives, pu r~hase of War Bonds and Stamps, sewing for refugee children, enrollment in First Aid and Nutrition courses, assistance with Blood Bank, including donations of blood.

Individually, too, Alpha Sigma Taus helped to solve the manpower problem by volun­teering to serve in capacities for which spe­cial ability and training were required. Some worked in defense plants in many depart­ments: personnel , on assembly lines, draft­ing, riveting , soldering, dispatching , and clerical work. As the war continued many Alpha Sigma Taus joined the women 's branches of the armed forces where they served with distinction in the WAC WAVE and MARINES. ' '

Under the leadership of Mrs. Russell Fraser as National Defense Chairman, a Na­tional War Service Project was adopted in the spring of 1944. It was decided to estab­lish a fund to purchase " Leader Dogs" for

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blind service men. The Leader Dog League, located at Rochester, Michigan was engaged in training German Shepherd Dogs in the same manner that had been started by the " Seeing Eye Dog School " in the East. The chapters raised money which would pay for the dog , his train ing , a month's board and room for the blind soldier, his training and co-ordinating work with his dog. When the government took over this responsibility for all blind soldiers, the money that had been raised was sent to the Leader Dog Fund to furnish a room for the trainer of dogs at the Leader Dog School. Soon after this World War II concluded , and all war service was once again done locally by the chapters.

An interesting result of the various war efforts, and cur national project, was the decision at a National Staff Meeting in Co­lumbus, Ohio on March 2-4, 1945 to develop a National Social Service Fund which would be supported by alumnae contributions. Lucile Hull Steen (Sigma) was appointed

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first National Social Service Chairman in the fall of 1944. The Peniand School of Handicrafts, Penland, North Carolina and Pine Mountain Settlement School , Pine Mountain Kentucky were the first recipients of social service funds. In addition , a " float­ing fund ," to be used for various philan­thropic projects was to be administered by the National Chairman.

The " War Years" were difficult for the sorority and individual members, but through dedication, cooperation, and sacrifice, Alpha Sigma Tau overcame the many war-time problems and survived both nat ionally and locally. Although no conventions nor district meetings could be held , chapters were kept informed by means of National Staff meet­ings and Mrs. Staehle's tri-ennial national inspection trips. Some new chapters were added, and the sorori ty con tinued to grow. After peace was declared , Alpha Sigma Tau was well-prepared to expand and develop in all areas of sorority life.

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District Meetings- 1940 and 1945

1940 DISTRICT MEETINGS September- November

The second series of triennial District Meetings were held in the fall of 1940. The general theme for all of the meetings was "Inventory Time for Alpha Sigma Tau ." An article written by Mrs. Staehle reviewing the forty-year history of Alpha Sigma Tau, show­ing our growth and development by decades was read at all the meetings. The new robes, candlesticks, seals and membership cards were displayed and explained to the girls. At the business meetings discussions were held on Rushing, Efficiency, Social Service, Comparison of Alpha Sigma Tau with other sororities, Life Membership and Expansion. In writing about the Eastern District Meeting in the ANCHOR of December, 1940, Grace Nelson Moors, Delta alumna, summed it up

this way : " It made us all feel bigger and more aware of being 'national ' and , in short, prouder than ever of being Alpha Sigma Taus. "

A very brief summary of each meeting follows:

First (Central) District Meeting-Nov. 9-10, 1940 at Ypsilanti , Michigan-Charles McKenny Hall. Seven chapters ; Atten­dance-52. President-Miss Dorothy J . Stadler; Chairman-Mrs. Wanda Bates Crawford .

Second (Eastern) District Meeting-Sept. 28-29, 1940 at Lock Haven, Pennsyl­vania-New Auditorium Building. Seven chapters ; Attendance-39. President-Miss Edith Paul ; Chairman­Miss Dorothy Sheasley.

EASTERN DISTRICT MEETING Hotel Roosevelt, Pittsburgh , Pa . October 20 , 1945

WESTERN DISTRICT MEETING Hotel Melbourne,

St. Louis , Mo., October 13, 1945

Third (Western) District Meeting-Novem­ber 15-17, 1940 at Conway, Arkansas. Ten chapters ; Attendance-52. President-Miss Mary Alice Seller; Chairman-Miss Jewel Low.

Fourth (Southern) District Meeting-No­vember 2-3, 1940 at Farmville, Virginia. Eight chapters ; Attendance-45. President-Mrs. Bula McNeill ; Chair­man-Miss Faye Brandon.

1945 DISTRICT MEETINGS October- November

The District Meetings of Fall , 1945, were especially important, because they were the first national meetings held after the con­clusion of World War II. They rekindled enthusiasm for all aspects of the national organization, and led the way to the Con­vention held in Cincinnati, Ohio, August 21-23, 1945.

Mrs. Staehle, National President, attended all of the four district meetings, and the theme for the meetings, "Expansion for Alpha Sigma Tau," was her topic at each gathering. Following her talk, discussions of national aims and achievements were held, expansion of alumnae organization , so­cial service, and the endowment fund. A color movie of activities at the Pine Moun­tain Settlement School , our major social service project, was shown. Alumnae and Collegiate delegates held separate discus-

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sion meetings related to topics helpful to each group.

In the ANCHOR of January 1945, Betty Scheerbaum, Lambda, collegiate, concluded her account of the Eastern District Meeting in Pittsburgh as follows: " District Meetings are truly wonderful institutions; they provide lots that's good in anticipation a wealth of pleasure and learning during the meeting, and afterwards a store of ideas to fill our minds in retrospect. "

A summary of each meeting follows: First (Central) District Meeting-Novem­

ber 3-4, 1945 at Hotel Statler, Detroit, Michigan. Seven chapters. President-Mrs. Ruth Priebe Maher.

Second (Eastern) District Meeting-Oc­tober 20-21 , 1945 at Roosevelt Hotel , Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Seven chap­ters ; Attendance-52. President-Miss Beverly Y. Bollard ; Chairman-Miss Betty Weaver.

Third (Western) District Meeting-October 13-14, 1945 at Hotel Melbourne, St. Louis, Missouri. Nine chapters ; Atten­dance-57. President-Mrs. Dorothy B. Robinson.

Fourth (Southern) District Meeting-Oc­tober 27-28, 1945 at Hotel Patrick Henry, Roanoke, Virginia. Eight chapters ; At­tendance-50. President-Mrs. Ferne S. Phipps ; Chair­man-Miss Charlotte Greeley.

Chapter20 A Time To Reunite ...

Eighth National Convention, 1946- Cincinnati , Ohio

EIGHTH NATIONAL CONVENTION August21,22, 23, 1946

The following national officers were present :

Hotel Gibson, Cincinnati , Ohio

The Eighth National Convention of Alpha Sigma Tau was formally opened at 10 :00 o'clock Wednesday, August 21 , 1946 at the Hotel Gibson, Cincinnati, Ohio, by the Na­tional President, Mrs. Carrie W. Staehle. Preceding the convention, the National Board met on August 20 at the Hotel Gibson. Complete records of the Board Meeting; Convention; Recommendations to the Con­vention for Collegiate Chapter Constitution and By-Laws; Alumnae Chapter Constitu­tion; National Constitution and By-Laws ; Na­tional Council Meeting; Interim Business 1942-1946; and Annual Report for 1945-1946; may be found in the FIRST EDITION of the Annual Report of Fall , 1946.

President Mrs. Carrie W. Staehle (Alpha)

Vice-presidents First District-Mrs. L. J. Maher (Pi) Second District-

Miss Beverly Y. Bollard (Sigma) Third District-Mrs. S. Carl Rob inson

(Pi) Fourth District-Mrs. E. C. Phipps

(Omicron) Secretary

Miss Dorothy Stadler (Eta) Treasurer

Miss Margaret Macdonald (Sigma) Editor

Mrs. Justin G. Doyle (Theta) Chaplain and Historian

Miss Elinore DeCou (Lambda)

Lucy Morgan , Buffalo Alumnae and Ruth Maher lunch together , Netherland Plaza Hotel , Cincinnati, Ohio, August 1946

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National Committee Chairmen : Scholarship Awards

Mrs. John Maisch (Lambda) Lyman Memorial Fund

Mrs. J. W. Hinshaw (Iota) Life Membership

Mrs. Fred Griffith (Iota) Soc ial Service

Mrs. Joseph Steen (Sigma) Endowment

Mrs. Meade McNeill (Omicron) News Agency

Miss Elizabeth Wilson (Pi) Courtesy

Miss Dorothy Stadler (Eta) Rush

Mrs. L. J. Maher (Pi) Convention

Miss Henrietta Mahood (Omicron)

Colleg iate Chapter Delegates: Alpha . ..... . ...... Irene Ringel Beta ............. . Marjorie Prior Delta . .... . ....... . Jane Sawh il l Zeta ...... .... ... . Helene Porter Theta ..... . ....... (absent) Iota ......... . .... . Velma Vlcek Lambda ... ........ Betty Scheerbaum Omicron . ... . . ... . . Betty Rose Sm ith Pi . .. . ... ..... . . ... Jeanne Leilich Rho . .. .. .......... Patric ia Green Sigma .. ... . .... . .. Mary E. Masterson Zeta Tau ...... . . . . . Betty Bibb Upsilon ............ Mary Lee Burris Phi ..... .. ... .. . ... Alice Wood Chi ......... . ... .. . Agnes De Launey

Psi ... .. . . ...... .. . Jean Marie Smith Omega .......... . . Sylvia Aafeldt Alpha Alpha ........ June Ann Jackson Alpha Beta ......... Dalean Green Alpha Gamma ...... Peggy Brown

Alumnae Chapter Delegates: Beckley, West Virginia

Lillian Baumgartner Bluefield , West Virginia

Janet Calfee Buffalo, New York

Evelyn Grampp Cleveland , Ohio

Eileen Jandt Detroit, Michigan

Genevieve Repeta Emporia, Kansas

Ethel Beck Flint, Michigan

Hazel Schultz Huntington , West Virg inia

Phyllis Crabtree Lansing , Michigan

Max ine Springer Minot, North Dakota

Ruth Bonness Muncie, Indiana

Josephine Harshman New York , New York

Annette Kennedy Ph iladelphia, Pennsylvania

Margaret Reed Shepherdstown, West Virg inia

Virginia Cosey St. Louis, Missouri

Verna Newman War, West Virginia

Mary Jane Howard Williamsport , Pennsylvania

Virginia Plankenhorn

National Alumnae Representatives: Alpha .... ...... Mrs. John Reihl Beta .. . . . ... .. . Mrs. Leo Gaffney Delta .. .. ...... Miss Betty Weaver Zeta ........... Miss Edith Paul

and Mrs. I. W. Miller Theta .......... Miss Lillian Schmidt Iota ... . . .. . . .. Mrs. Magdalena Baker Kappa . . ....... Miss Isabel Finkbine Lambda .. .. .. . . Miss Emily Reedy and

Miss Mabel Schreiber Omicron . ...... Mrs. Garth Gunnoe Pi ....... . ..... Miss June McCarthy

and Miss Lois Wamhoff Rho ... . . ... ... Mrs. Newell Wright Sigma .... . . . .. Mrs. Weld McGlynn

and Miss Ruth Ochs Zeta Tau .. .... . Miss Charlotte Greeley Phi ........ . ... Miss Sarah Dosher Chi . .. .... . .... Miss Elizabeth Millard Psi . .. . . ..... . . Miss Mary Budge Alpha Alpha ... . Mrs. Ralph Cross Alpha Beta ... . . Miss Nelle Maude Smith Alpha Gamma .. . Miss Beverly Beane

This first post-war Convention was an in­spiring and exciting meeting . Since the St. Louis Convention of 1939, new chapters had

been added ; and these new delegates brought great hope and joy to all! We were happy to welcome Beta, Phi, Chi , Psi , Omega, Alpha Alpha, Alpha Beta, Alpha Gamma collegiate delegates ; and Minot, Muncie, Shepherdstown, New York City, and Huntington alumnae. This convention was unusual in several ways. Besides being our largest to date, it was planned and arranged for without having any committee within the convention city! The Southern District mem­bers under the leadersh ip of the general chairman , Miss Henrietta Mahood, planned a fine program of special events, and con­ducted a very well-manag ed convention .

The registration book recorded 144 present, none of whom lived in Cincinnati and only four in Ohio. St. Louis sent the largest delegation-29 in all. Omic ron mem­bers, collegiate and alumnae, were next with 20-and 18 came from Buffalo.

Th is too , was the last of our major consti­tution conventions. We began in 1934 to revise our constitut ion; and after many ad­ditions and changes, at this convention the final important amendments we re presented . It is true that there are always some changes made at conventions ; but the basic ac­complishments of the 1946 Convention re­sulted in excellent National , Colleg iate and Alumnae Constitutions and By-Laws which guided our actions for three decades, with only minor revis ions and corrections.

EIGHTH NATIONAL CONVENTION Cincinnati , Ohio , August 21-23 , 1946

The theme of the convention was "Fidelity to Purpose" and this was emphasized in Mrs. Staehle's opening address to the dele­gates. She stressed the need that each sorority girl appreciate the aims and ideals upon which Alpha Sigma Tau has been founded. These are : true womanliness; en­during friendship and idealism.

Two luncheons were held during the first day of the Convention . The Collegiate Chap­ter luncheon with Betty Rose Smith, Omi­cron as chairman was held in the Victory Room. Mrs. C. P. Neidig, Past National President of Pi Kappa Sigma, spoke con­cern ing the Association of Education So­rorities.

A tour of the city was conducted during the first afternoon of the convention . Chartered buses toured the city and stopped at the Rookwood Pottery Company and Taft Museum. Delegates returned to the hotel just in time to get ready for the Formal Banquet, which was held in the Roof Garden. Charlotte Greeley, Zeta Tau , was toast­mistress of the banquet. Miss Lucy Morgan, Beta, from Penland, North Carolina, spoke at the banquet concerning the Penland School of Handicrafts which her brother founded, and which is now one of our social service projects. Following the ban­quet the members remained on the Roof Garden for an informal party planned and arranged by Psi Chapter.

District Luncheons were held Thursday noon. Each District President planned and conducted her respective meeting, at which time the 1948 mettings were discussed and plans for expansion made.

Friday afternoon the convention closed with a Farewell Tea, which the members of Chi chapter planned.

Mr. H. R. S. Benjamin , director of Pine Mountain Settlement School (another one of our social service projects) spoke to the convention on Friday morning on " Develop­ing Character Education."

Miss Elinore De Cou, National Chaplain, conducted the "Yellow Rose Memorial Ser­vice" honoring deceased members.

A special Insignia Committee at this con­vention consisting of Betty Maisch, Chair­man, Jeanne Leilich and Jane Sawhill pre­pared a report with recommendations for

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an official "Knock" sorority stickers for use on notebooks, etc; and "Rules for Wearing the Alpha Sigma Tau Pin."

Awards presented at this convention were:

Collegiate Scrapbooks-Zeta Tau , first and Omicron , second

prize. Alumnae Scrapbooks-

St. Louis, first and Beckley, second prize.

1945-1946 Awards-Scholarship Cup-Zeta Chapter,

Lock Haven , Pa. Scholarship Ring-Miss Mouzay James,

Rho , Durant, Okla. Collegiate Chapter Efficiency­

Iota Chapter, Emporia, Kan. Alumnae Chapter Efficiency-Buffalo

and Flint Alumnae tied for first place with perfect scores.

At the Cincinnati Convention Banquet announcement was made of the first three winners of the "ADA A. NORTON AWARD FOR ALUMNAE ACHIEVEMENT." This award , named in honor of one of the first advisers of Alpha Sigma Tau , was authorized at the St. Louis Convention in 1939. The recipients, whose pictures and biographical sketch, appear in the ANCHOR of Novem­ber, 1946 (p. 3-5) , were : Miss Edith L. Man­sell , Beta; Mrs. Sarah Pollock Perrine, Alpha ; and Miss Lucy Morgan, Beta.

The report of the Nominating Committee was accepted by a unanimous vote. The fol­lowing National Council members were elected for the period 1946-1949:

President Mrs. Haswell Staehle (Alpha)

Vice-presidents First District-Mrs. Leslie Maher (Pi) Second District-Miss Beverly Y.

Bollard (Sigma) Third District-Mrs. Carl Robinson (Pi) Fourth District-Mrs. Emmett Phipps

(Omicron) Secretary

Miss Dorothy J. Stadler (Eta) Treasurer

Miss Margaret M. Macdonald (Sigma) Editor

Mrs. Justin G. Doyle (Theta) Chaplain and Historian

Miss Elinore DeCou (Lambda)

Chapter21 A Time To Celebrate 21 ...

Ninth National Convention , 1949- Detroit, Mich.

"Golden Anniversary"

NINTH NATIONAL CONVENTION August 23-26, 1949 Hotel Statler, Detroit, Michigan

The Ninth National Convention of Alpha Sigma Tau was formally opened at 2:30 o'clock, Tuesday afternoon, August 23, 1949 at the Hotel Statler, Detroit, Michigan. The meeting was called to order by the National President, Mrs. Haswell E. Staehle. Previous to the official opening, a meeting of the

Nationa l Council - 1949- Detroit, Michigan. Seated: L-R . Beverly Bal lard, Ruth Maher, Carr ie Staehle . Dor­othy Robinson . Ferne Phipps. Standi ng : Lillian Schip­pers, Dorothy Stadler. Margaret Macdonald .

Constitution Committee met on Monday, August 22, 1949; and the National Council met on Tuesday morning, August 23. Two sessions of the National Council were held, following the close of the convention, on Friday evening , August 26, 1949 and Satur-

day morning , August 27, 1949. Complete records of this important convention rnay be found in a special "white" edit ion of THE ANCHOR, November 1949, Vol. XXV, No. 1.

The following national officers were present :

President Mrs. Carrie W. Staehle (Alpha)

Vice Presidents First District-Mrs. Leslie J. Maher

(Pi) Second District-Miss Beverly Y.

Bollard (Sigma) Third District-Mrs. S. Carl Robinson

(Pi) Fourth District-Mrs. Emmett C. Phipps

(Omicron) Secretary

Miss Dorothy Stadler (Eta) Treasurer

Miss Margaret Macdonald (Sigma) Editor

Mrs. Parry Schippers (Pi) Business Manager of THE ANCHOR

Miss Elizabeth Wilson (Pi) Chaplain and Historian

Miss Elinore DeCou (Lambda)

National Committee Chairmen: Examinations

Mrs. R. V. Fox (Alpha Alpha) Program

Mrs. Charles Clarke (Theta) Music

Mrs. E. C. Twork (Alpha) Social Service

Mrs. Joseph Steen (Sigma) News Agency

Miss Elizabeth Wilson (Pi)

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Eastern District- 9th National Convent ion 1949, Detroit , M ichigan

Courtesy Mrs. Alfred Jandt (Eta)

Rush Miss Rose Marie Schmidt (Theta)

Sorority Study Miss Charlotte Greeley (Zeta Tau)

Convention Miss Genevieve Repeta

and Miss Helen Traskos (Theta)

Collegiate Chapter Delegates: Alpha . . . . . . .... Jean Burnock Beta ...... .. .. . Florence M. Slade Delta .. . ... .. .. Marilyn Weaver Zeta . . . .. .. ... . Lois Grimm (visitor) Theta ... .... . . . Joyce L. Popp Iota .. .. .. . ... . . Eleanor Whitlow Lambda .. . . . ... Ruth Stockman Nu . . .. .... . ... Marion E. Hackley Omicron .. . .... Beryle Crockett Pi ..... .. . . .. .. Mary Lou Fondren Rho . ... . .. . ... Sarah Green Sigma . . .... . . . Jean Lois Johnson Zeta Tau ....... June Helen Banks Upsilon ........ Dorris Scott Phi . . . .. . . . .... Charley Ann lsom Psi ...... .. .... Sylvia Lenore Seibel Omega ....... .. Dorothy Sveen Alpha Alpha .... Ramona Jane Bartlett Alpha Beta ..... Dorothy Peery Alpha Gamma . .. Peggy Graves Alpha Delta .. ... Thelma McMurtrey Alpha Epsilon ... Joyce Carter

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Alumnae Chapter Delegates: Beckley, West Virginia

Miss Janet Koch Bluefie1d, West Virginia

Mrs. Robert Walthall Buffalo, New York

Mrs. Harvey Holdsworth Cleveland , Ohio

Mrs . Stanley Strunk Detroit I, Michigan

Miss Helen Traskos Detroit II , Michigan

Mrs. Robert Langlands Flint, Michigan

Mrs. Myrl McKellar Huntington, West Virginia

Miss Betty Gail Richardson Lansing, Michigan

Mrs. Dorothy Brodhead Muncie, Indiana

Mr. J . Carl Humphrey New York, New York

Mrs. C. E. Tonopolsky Phi ladelphia, Pennsylvan ia

Miss Virginia Burke Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Mrs. Joseph V. Cepelka St. Louis, Missouri

Miss lls3 Blankenmeister War, West Virginia

Miss Edith Elliott Washington , D. C.

Miss Harriet Stern

National Alumnae Representatives : Alpha . ......... Mrs. Myrl McKellar Beta . .......... Mrs. Leo J. Gaffney Zeta ... . ....... Mrs. Franklin Mcilvaine · Eta . ... . . . ..... Mrs. Albert Wick Theta .......... Miss Lillian Schmidt and

Miss Genevieve Repeta Lambda ........ Miss Mabel Schreiber Omicron ....... Miss Janet Calfee Pi ............ . Miss June McCarthy Rho .. . . ... .... Miss Mary Mcintosh Sigma . ... . .. .. Mrs. Weld J . McGlynn Zeta Tau .. . . ... Mrs. E. Garrison Wood Upsilon . ...... . Mrs. Ruth Whittley Chi . . .......... Mrs. Roscoe Payne Psi . ... ........ Mrs. J . E. Gaughan

AST 9th National Convention- Detroit. August 23-26 , 1949 50th Anniversary

Alpha Alpha . . . . Mrs. R. B. Cross Alpha Beta . . ... Mrs. Nellie Maude Smith

The theme of the Ninth National Conven­tion in celebration of our Fiftieth Anniver­sary was " Hold High the Torch. " This was indeed a joyful convention and a "time to celebrate. " Our Golden Jubilee marked the achievement of real accomplishment in many areas of sorority development. It also set the goals for our future expansion. It marked a " turning-point " in our national life; because we were now a member of the National Panhellenic Conference; and at this convention Mrs. Staehle ended her national presidency, although not her active partici­pation in national sorority and Panhellenic affairs.

The members of the First District Michi­gan chapters acted as Convent ion Commit­tee members with Miss Genevieve Repeta and Miss Helen Traskos (Theta) as local chairmen. Alpha, Beta and Theta collegiate chapters with Detroit I, Detroit II, Flint and Lansing Alumnae Chapters planned many delightful events for all of the de legates. Everything possible was done to insure that each part of the convention was inspiring,

beautiful, and truly memorable for this special anniversary.

An informal party, held Tuesd ay night under the direction of Theta Chapter, helped to acquaint delegates with the visitors and national staff members from across the coun try. The Convention Queen judging contest was held and Miss June Banks, Zeta Tau , was chosen as 1949 Convention Queen. Her attendants were Joyce Popp, Theta, and Jocelyn Loyster of Beta . A photographer took pictures of many individuals and of various groups-such as the National Coun­cil , District groups, collegiate delegates, etc. Skits , and a singing contest were followed by refreshments.

The banquet was held Wednesday night under the direction of Detroit II Alumnae. Place cards, made by Mrs. Louise Bohlen, carried out the theme of " Hold High the Torch ." Programs furnished by Burr, Patter­son and Auld Company showed the growth of the sorority during the last fifty years. The favors were bronze key chains which carried the so rority seal and Fiftieth Anniversary crest. The distinguished Miss Lou Babcock of Highland Park, Michigan, was the banquet

speaker. Covering the whole range of women 's advancement in the past two decades, Miss Babcock stressed particularly women 's responsibilities along with her new rights . Her parting words were, " Strive to be a person first , a woman second, and to think independently. " Presentation of awards is always a highlight of a convention banquet. A standing ovation was given Mrs. Staehle on being awarded the ADA NORTON AWARD. The other two recipients , not present, were Mrs. Grace Erb Ritchie, first National President; and Miss Luella Chap­man, second National President. Other awards presented by Margaret Macdonald, National Treasurer were :

Helen Cross, Alpha Alpha, for Theme for the Convention

Detroit Alumnae !-Singing Contest Detroit Alumnae !-Original Convention

Song Muncie Alumnae-Original Convention

Song Alpha Epsilon-Collegiate Efficiency

Award Psi-Collegiate Efficiency Award Beckley Alumnae, Buffalo Alumnae and

Muncie Alumnae-Alumnae Efficiency Awards

The District Luncheons were held simul­taneously, in different rooms, on Wednes­day. Each district discussed plans for the next district meetings to be held in the fall of 1950; and also possibilities for expansion of collegiate and alumnae chapters in each district.

Thursday afternoon buses took the dele­gates to Dearborn , Michigan where they visited Greenfield Village. At the close of the tour delegates were taken to Dearborn Inn for Tea, one of the loveliest events of the convention.

At the business meeting on Friday morn­ing, Mrs. George Snider, a national officer of Alpha Omicron Pi and President of the Detroit City Panhellenic gave an inspi­rational talk on that organization. Her loyalty and love for her sorority were wonderful and gave each of us something to admire and emulate. She spoke on the function and need for city panhellenic organization , good alumnae training , the necessity for demo­cratic ideals and living in our social world, and the need for attaining tolerance, kindli­ness and friendliness

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Alpha Chapter had charge of the Farewell Luncheon on Friday. The favors, programs and decorations were planned and given to the convention by Miss Gwendolyn Frostic, an Alpha member from Wyandotte, Michigan who owns and operates the " Press Craft Shop." As a centerpiece on the speaker's table was a huge 50th Anniversary Cake from which each gi rl received a piece.

At the Farewell Luncheon it was an­nounced that Alpha Sigma Tau would pre­sent a scholarship gift of one thousand dol­lars to Michigan State Normal College, Ypsilanti, Mich igan, on November 4, 1949 in memory of the founding of Alpha Sigma Tau on that campus fifty years ago. This was done at the Founders Day Dinner in Yps ilanti at the Castle Inn on Saturday, No­vember 5, 1949. Toastmistress, Marjorie Ferguson, Alpha, presided, with Miss Ed ith Mansell , former National Vice President as guest speaker. Mrs. Leslie J. Maher, District President, presented College President Elliott with the $1 ,000 Scholarship Check. A picture and article about th is event may be found in the Golden Anniversary Number of THE ANCHOR, January, 1950, Vol. 25, No.2.

The Ritual Service on Thursday evening was called to order by Mrs. Joseph Steen, national Social Service Chairman . Mrs. Steen introduced Miss Dorothy Nace, a teacher at Pine Mountain Settlement School , Kentucky. Miss Nace showed a series of co lored slides and gave an inspirational talk about the history and achievements of the school.

Following this , Mrs. S. Carl Robinson, Third District President, conducted a model Alpha Sigma Tau Pledge Service. Mrs. Leslie Maher, First District President, conducted a model Alpha Sigma Tau Initiation Service.

The concluding service was the " Yellow Rose Memorial Service" for deceased mem­bers held under the direct ion of the National Chaplain , Miss Elinore De Cou.

Most of the business sessions were de­voted to exploring in depth the definite methods of helping Alpha Sigma Tau to expand and strengthen nationally . Along with this were specif ic recommendat ions for collegiate and alumnae chapter improve­ments. Mrs. Dorothy Robinson , National Vice President presented ideas fo r chapter ex­pansion in new colleges ; and Miss Beverly

Bollard, National Vice President, outlined methods of alumnae chapter expansion . Mrs. Joseph Steen, national Social Service Chairman, explained our present Social Service projects and plans for future ac­tivities.

Miss Lucy Morgan addressed the con­vention on the Penland School of Handi­crafts, one of our Social Service projects.

Several amendments regarding various fees were adopted. In summary these provided: 1-A National Expansion Fund shall be es­

tablished . Each alumnae member to pay one dollar a year to this fund .

2-For National Social Service projects, a one dollar contribution to be paid by each active alumnae chapter member.

3-National Alumnae dues shall be three dollars per member annually.

4-National Pledge Fee of five dollars shall be payable to National Treasurer, within ten days after pin pledging.

5-National Initiation Fee shall be ten dollars, to include purchase of the sorority song book.

6-National Collegiate Dues shall be ten dol­lars and five dollars payment toward Life Membership Fee, annually.

?-Payment of the Endowment Fee shall be completed two years after member has been graduated or left school.

Miss lisa Blankenmeister submitted a report on " Installation Service for Patron­esses" and recommendation for patroness pin.

The Convention Awards Committee, Mrs. Lucille McGlynn, Chairman, announced the following Scrapbook Awards:

Collegiate Scrapbooks Omicron, first prize ; Beta, second.

Alumnae Scrapbooks Detroit I, first prize ; Flint, second.

The Nominating Committee, Mrs. Gret­chen Gaffney, chairman, submitted the following slate for 1949-1952. This was accepted by a unanimous vote.

President Mrs. S. Carl Robinson (Pi)

Vice Presidents First District

Mrs. Leslie J. Maher (Pi) Second District

Mrs. Joseph Steen (Sigma) Third District

Mrs. Fred R. Griffith (Iota) Fourth District

Miss Janet Calfee (Omicron) Fifth District

Mrs. Harold B. Wenzel (Upsilon) Secretary

Miss Dorothy J. Stadler (Eta) Treasurer

Miss Margaret M. Macdonald (Sigma) Chaplain and Historian

Miss Elinor DeCou (Lambda) Editor

Mrs. Parry Schippers (Pi) Business Manager of THE ANCHOR

Miss Elizabeth Wilson (Pi) At the National Council Meeting held on

Friday even ing , August 26, 1949, it was adopted that Mrs. Haswell Staehle be ap­pointed to serve on the National Council as the NPC Delegate of Alpha Sigma Tau .

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Chapter22 A Time To Broaden Horizons ...

Nine New Chapters 1940-1948

PHI CHAPTER Southeastern Louisiana College Hammond, Louisiana February 17, 1940

One of the happiest events in the life of every Zeta Gamma Alpha member was in­stallation as Phi Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau. The dream of being Alpha Sigma Tau sisters was realized on February 17, 1940 when final initiation rites were performed by Mrs. Carrie Staehle, National President. All formal initiat ion serv ices were concluded with an impressive banquet Saturday night, February 17, in the Southeastern College Cafe. At this time Mrs. Staehle presented the national charter to Fleda Edmundson, Phi President.

The sorority had its beginn ing in 1931 when Zeta Gamma Alpha was organized as the first Greek letter sorority on the South­eastern campus, for the purpose of func­tioning as a social club. It had as its aims the promoting of congeniality among the student body; and upholding the standards of the college which were scholarship and character. Three charming patronesses, Mrs. George Bond, Mrs. Roy Hyde and Mrs. Jack Purser, joined the group. All these ladies were wives of Southeastern faculty members. Miss Margaret D. Lowe and Miss Margaret Waldrep became the first faculty advisers.

The charter members were : Mary Ellen Tilley, Fleda Edmundson, Charlotte Stewart, Evelyn Haggart, Estelle Tiner, Doris Wal­ler, lvylle Primes, Elizabeth Terral, Myrta Edmundson, Mary Alexander, Marguerite Hutchinson, Juanita Steed, Neldo Montgom-

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ery, Margaret Cutrer, Christina Peterson , and Miss Lowe and Miss Waldrep.

Phi Alumnae have continued their loyal interest by affiliation with two alumnae chapters, Hammond and New Orleans. In 1968 the Seventeenth National Convention was held in New Orleans.

Miss Camille Gennaro has been a member of the National Council since 1966 as Vice President and District Vice President. She is now District President of Eta District. The Helen Garman Faculty Adviser National Award has been presented to Miss Margaret Lowe (1964) and Mrs. Ol in D. Moore (1968) of Phi Chapter. CHI CHAPTER Shepherd College Shepherdstown, West Virginia May 25, 1940

The Chi Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau was formerly an organization of Shepherd Col­lege girls who called themselves "Teltrabs." The Teltrabs were organized December 8, 1938 by a group of girls on the campus who wished to establish a more social atmo­sphere at the college, and to promote fellowship and fr iendship. Miss Marjorie H. Bartlett, director of physical education , was elected sponsor, and did much to make the organization a success.

On May 25, 1940, Chi Chapter was installed by National President, Mrs. Carrie Staehle and Fourth District President, Mrs. Meade McNeill. The charter for the new chapter was presented to the President, Kitty Hodges, by Mrs. Staehle. A banquet was held at Hill Top Hotel , Harpers Ferry. Among the guests were Dr. W. H. S. White, President of the

college; Mr. A. D. Kenamond, dean of the college; and patronesses, Mrs. A. D. Kena­mond and Dr. Ruth Scarborough. Dr. Scar­borough gave a very inspirational and challenging talk on the obligations of a sorority girl, based on the motto of Alpha Sigma Tau, "Active, Self-Reliant, Trust­worthy."

Charter members were: Kitty Anne Hodges, Christine Hunter, Marjorie H. Bart­lett, Katherine T. Grove, Eleanor Oliver, Avalon L. Lingamfeller, Sarah K. Potter, Esther Southerly, Janet Wilson , Catherine Butts, Wanda Smith, Elizabeth Fritts, Vir­ginia Howard, Pauline Hawse, Margaret Shockey, Georgia Ely, Margaret Smith, Helen Daniels, Birdaler Hiett, Mary Keen, Marie Twigg, and June Dolan.

Dr. Sara Helen Cree, adviser from the beginning years of Chi Chapter, was awarded the National Helen Garman Faculty Adviser Award in 1960. Mary Charles Adams Ashby has been active on the National Board in several capacities. She has served efficiently as National Examinations Chairman and National Program Chairman. She was Dis­trict IV (Southern) President from 1972 to 1974. At the Convention in 1974 she was elected to the National Council as Director of Collegiate Chapters, a new position in the reorganized National Council.

PSI CHAPTER Madison College, Harrisonburg, Virginia May 19, 1944

In the fall of 1943, a group of seniors found in their midst Mrs. Mildred Thompson , a member of Chi Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau. This group of girls saw the need of a new sorority on Madison College Campus and asked Mrs. Thompson so many ques­tions concerning Alpha Sigma Tau that she wrote to the national officers for information regarding the installation of a new chapter at Madison.

The matter was presented to the proper authorities on campus: Miss Hope Vandever, Dean of Women ; Miss Louise Seeger, Head of Organizations Committee; and Mrs. Ber­nice Reaney Varner, Panhellenic Sponsor. Soon plans were being made for Psi Chapter.

Miss Helen Frank, registrar of the College and Miss Helen Marbut of the Physical Edu­cation Department were chosen as sponsors.

On April 15, 1944, Mrs. Emmett C. Phipps, Vice President of the Fourth District, came to Madison for Ribbon and Pin Pledging . Psi Chapter was installed on May 19, 1944 with Mrs. Phipps conducting initiation services. She was assisted by Miss Charlotte Greeley, Zeta Tau National Alumnae Representative ; Mrs. Elizabeth Bartlett , Lorraine Russell ,

Psi Chapter Seniors Founders · Day 1950.

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Eileen Whisner, Margaret Roulette, Anna Roulette of Chi Chapter; and Mrs. Mildred Thompson. Forty-five girls and two sponsors were initiated . A formal banquet was held at the Kavanaugh Hotel , Harrisonburg, and the Panhellenic Council entertained all of the Madison College sororities at a formal reception in honor of Psi Chapter.

Charter members were : Mary Elizabeth Ryland , Doris Tignor, Frances Grey Conrad , Margaret Cooksey, Kathryne Davis, Mary Gertrude Dreisbach, Anna M. Blackwell , Alice Mae Wilds, Lois Pritts, Marie Van Lear, Elizabeth Yeagley, Doris Goehringer, Mont­rose Ridenhour, Carol Sheldon, Nancy Harbauah, Elizabeth Wolfe, Evelyn Musick, Evalyn Gordon, Mary K. Hamilton , Virginia Ward, Catherine Smith , Vanny Z. Hammer, Jean Marie Smith , Mary Lee Keenan, Doris Hayes, Marjorie Willard , Eva Oakes, Mrs. Mildred Thompson , Elizabeth Lipps, Evelyn Norment, Garnette Buckner, Charlotte Sturt, Sue Dunton, Katherine Stokes, Janie Person, Anne Waldrop, Ruth Burke, Dorothy Burk­holder, Margaret Tignor, Frances Heath, Jean Perrow, Narice Keezel , Doris Stickley, and Katy Jo Arlington.

Miss Helen Frank, adviser, received the Helen Garman Faculty Adviser Award in 1960. There have been several Psi members active on the National Staff. Lenore Seibel King has been Psi Alumnae Representative , National Scholarship Awards Chairman, and National Alumnae Chairman. In 1972 at the Virginia Beach Convention (19th) she was elected National President, a position she now holds. Charlotte Evans Floyd has been National Secretary, since 1972. Anna Mar­garet Rhodes was appointed Chairman of the National Headquarters Fund in 1975, and serves also as Alternate NPC Delegate. Mary Budge Gaughan served as Scholarship Awards Chairman from 1950 to 1965.

OMEGA CHAPTER Minot State Teachers College Minot, North Dakota May 4, 1945-1 954

The Delta Epsilon Phi Sorority, oldest sorority on the campus of Minot State Teachers College, Minot, North Dakota, was organized during the spring term of 1926 by Mrs. Lulu Potts Abbott. There were sixteen

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charter members. Miss Louise Reishus be­came adviser the following year. Mrs. F. W. Hicks was one of the first patronesses and she was still serving when Delta Epsilon Phi affiliated with Alpha Sigma Tau in 1945.

In 1928 Miss Eleanor Bryson succeeded Mrs. Abbott as adviser, and she continued with Miss Reishus and Miss Henrietta An­derson, a Delta Epsilon Phi alumna until the affiliation with Alpha Sigma Tau. Patronesses at the time of installation, besides Mrs. Hicks, were Mrs. Don Carlson, Mrs. Q. M. Lyon , and Mrs. Vernice Miller Underdahl. Mrs. Carlson and Mrs. Underdahl were for­merly members of Delta Epsilon Phi.

On March 18, 1945, Mrs. S. Carl Robinson, District President from St. Louis visited Minot and pledged twenty-two actives, three advisers and two patronesses to Alpha Sigma Tau.

Mrs. Haswell Staehle, National President, installed Omega Chapter on the Minot Col­lege campus on May 4, 1945.

Fifty-five girls, including alumnae members of Delta Epsilon Phi were initiated and offi­cers were installed. Vernice Underdahl was appointed National Alumnae Representative and Yvonne Romine was elected Alumnae Chapter President, Collegiate President was Marion Nelson.

Charter members of the active chapter were : Evelyn Oien , Jean Robie, Isabelle Fur­man, Mercedes Wigness, Sylvia Aafedt , Esther Hennessy, Carol Rund , Audrey Kle­sek, Marion Nelson, Charlotte Brett, Zelia McPherson, Sylvia Pfeiffer, Marilyn Saug­stod , Elaine Olsen, Donna Olsen, Rosemary Mitchell , Carol Reishus, Frances Visl ise l, Betty Haner, Arline Ostby, Shirley Cox, and Eloise Simmons.

Omega Chapter became inactive in 1954.

ALPHA ALPHA CHAPTER Ball State Teachers College Muncie , Indiana May 26, 1945-1972.

The Alpha Alpha Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau was initiated May 26, 1945 by National President, Mrs. Haswell Staehle, and Na­tional District president, Mrs. Lesle ie J. Maher on the Ball State Teachers Campus at Munc ie, Ind iana. This chapter was formed

from girls who were organized into a group known as Delta Sigma Athleta with which they had affiliated on May 6, 1926. The Alpha Chapter of the Delta Sigma Athleta group was located on the Indiana State Teachers College campus at Terre Haute and was or­ganized in the fall of 1905. The Beta Chapter on the Ball State Campus had as its pre­dominate purpose that of promoting the athletic spirit on the campus. However, with the passing of years, other campus organi­zations were created to foster the athletic interests of the women students and the chapter became a social sorority with the underlying idea of developing clean healthy minds and bodies, and of serving school and companions with ideals of democracy and sincerity.

Mrs. Glossie Wagoner, Miss Frances Bots­ford , and Miss Erma N. Scramlin, advisers of the local group, also joined Alpha Sigma Tau and continued their affiliation with the chapter.

The charter group consisted of the three advisers, twenty-three collegiate members and twenty-three alumnae. Helen Shaw Cross was appointed National Alumnae Representative and Ethel Himelick was elected President of the Alumnae Chapter. Collegiate President was Mary K. Morrow. Charter members of the collegiate chapter were: Geraldine Lerner, Martha Willman, Phyllis Hershberger, Mary K. Morrow, Betty Polen , Phyllis Shuman, Edna Thatcher, Charlene Carroll , Lolita Thayer, Jamesetta Ray, Elizabeth Larson , Carol Anne Gray, Betty Kay, Margaret Zigler, Marjorie Steed, Kathryn Mcinnis, Bernadette Jones, Virginia Lester, Rachel Schafer, June Jackson, Molly Fulton, Harriet Findling and Marabelle Gorney.

From their beginning as Alpha Sigma Tau members the alumnae of Alpha Alpha have been very national-minded. Ethel Himelick was National Secretary 1960-1972; Ruth Schell Fox served as National Standards Chairman from 1962 - 1972 and National Chaplain from 1970-1974. Helen Shaw Cross was National Vice President for District I (Central) 1958-1972. Cynthia Peckhart Mc­Crory has been Indiana Area Alumnae Rep­resentative from 1973; and National Chap­lain since 1974.

Alpha Alpha Chapter became inactive in 1972.

ALPHA BETA Marshall College Huntington , West Virginia May 11, 1946-1959

Kappa Tau Phi was organized at Marshall College in 1927 for junior and senior girls who had a B average or higher. The group always held an honored place among the Greek letter groups on the campus, and the scholastic record was always excellent. There were twelve charter members of Kappa Tau Phi . In January 1946 the col­legiate members became interested in Alpha Sigma Tau through the influence of Mrs. Emmett Phipps, of Mount Hope, West Va., a National Vice President and District Presi­dent of Alpha Sigma Tau . Afte r securing the unanimous approval of Kappa Tau Phi alumnae for the merger with AST, and after obtaining an acceptance of their applica­tions the girls were pledged to Alpha Sigma Tau in February and March, 1946. On May 11 , 1946 in the College Hall the follow ing students were initiated and became the charter members of Alpha Beta Chapter: Ann Adams, Al ice Arcuri , Helen Ruth Cupp, Marian Galloway, Dalean Green, Alice Hall , Hilda J. Oxley, Marjorie Sims, Iris Wheatley, Jacqueline Y. Williams and Nancy Woods. Mrs. Haswell Staehle, National President and Mrs. Emmett Phipps, National Vice President, presided at the initiation service. Twenty-six alumnae became affiliated with AST. Faculty advisers, Dr. Alma Nease Noble and Miss Jane Melton were also init iated. Nellie Maude Smith was appointed National Alumnae Representative, and Mrs. Phyllis Crabtree was elected Alumnae Chap­ter President, Colleg iate President was Dalean Green.

Alpha Beta Chapter became inactive in 1959.

ALPHA GAMMA Henderson State Teachers Co llege Arkadelphia, Arkansas May 4, 1946

Thirty-four girls of Henderson State Teachers College, members of a local so­rority, Philo, organized Tau Alpha, which petitioned for a charter of Alpha Sigma Tau , in the spr ing of 1946. After pin-pledging , and

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a short pledge-term, the initiation was held on May 4, 1946. Mrs. Carrie Staehle, Na­tional President, and Mrs. Dorothy Robinson, National Vice President and District Presi­dent, conducted the services. Nine girls from Upsilon Chapter at Conway assisted the national officers, plus the Alumnae Chap­ter President from Little Rock.

Three charming patronesses were se­lected, Mrs. Tom Clark, Mrs. B. W. Mc­Cormick, and Mrs. P. G. Horton. The faculty advisers were the well-loved Miss Amy Jean Greene and Miss Eleanor Gilliam. Beverly Beane was appointed National Alumnae Representative; and Maxine McCauley be­came the first collegiate President of Alpha Gamma.

In 1966 Miss Amy Jean Greene was pre­sented the Helen Garman Faculty Adviser Award by the National Council of Alpha Sigma Tau .

Charter members of Alpha Gamma Chap­ter were: Maxine McCauley, Peggy Brown, Patsy Miles, Bobby Jean Johnson, Beverly Beane, Gloria Young, Martha Searcy, Blanche Drake, Maxine Marshall, Billye Oliver, Louise Parham, Rose Marie Byrd, Frances Ann Atkinson , Bonnie Wood, Mary Sue Johnston, Mary Jane Hearne, Oralee Bryant, Ruth Smith, Betty Rene Hamby, Mary Stuart Jackson, Louise Hesterly, Ida Daniel, Belvagene Crowley, Ann Dews, Mary Tom Anderson , Irma Hamby, Amanda Reese, Mildred McCrory, Joy Townsend , Marilyn Benson, Camille Pennington, Barbara Johns­ton and Bernice Elliott.

Bobbie Nichols Tanner served as national Arkansas Area Alumnae Representative 1974-1975, and has been acting Director of Expansion on the National Council for 1975-1976. Marcy Jones Smith has been Arkansas Area Representative for 1975-1976.

ALPHA DELTA Southwestern Missouri State College Springfield, Missouri April24, 1948-1970

On April 24, 1948, the Alpha Delta Chapter was installed on the campus of South­western Missouri State College in Spring­field , Missouri . Before affiliating with Alpha Sigma Tau , the local sorority was known as

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Panolas. Mrs. Carl Robinson, District Presi­dent conducted the initiation of the nineteen charter members of Alpha Delta Chapter. A banquet was held at the Moran Hotel in Springfield. Miss Mildred Pratt was ap­pointed as National Alumnae Representa­tive. Mrs. William Taylor was faculty adviser, and Margaret Day, collegiate President.

The charter members were: Thalia Ann Loveless, Lois Browne, Beverly Canady, Shirley Wilkes, Dorothy Berry, Johnnie Sim­mons, Margaret Day, Katie Williams, Mar­garet Millspaugh, Eddy Booth, Mrs. H. B. Williams (sponsor) , Jonnette Schaffer, Bev­erly Persell, Juanita Knight, Joan Martin , Judith Webb, Thelma MacMurtery, Carolyn Bradley and Pat Gaylor.

Alpha Delta Chapter became inactive in 1970.

ALPHA EPSILON Western Illinois State College Macomb, Illinois May 1, 1948

A group of girls met in December, 1946, to formulate a constitution for a local so­rority, Theta Xi Theta, on the campus of Western Illinois State College, Macomb, Illinois. Announcement of the new group was made to the college in Februc>ry 1947, after which a tea in honor of the new organi­zation was given by the other soro rities on the campus.

The group at this time consisted of f ifteen giris who e:ected Mrs. Opal Arno ld Pruitt as their first President, and chose Miss Betty Baker and Miss Harriett Stull as faculty ad­visers. The patronesses were Mrs. R. M. Myers, Mrs. Paul B. Swain and Mrs. Theo­dore Carlson , wives of Western faculty members . Later, when Mrs. Carlson moved from Macomb, Mrs. Harold Ave was chosen in her place . Miss Ruth Gronewold was elected President for the following school year, during which time the organization sponsored several worthy act ivities . The group, which had grown to th irty members, was pledged to Alpha Sigma Tau on March 4, 1948 by Mrs. Carl Robinson , National Vice President and District President.

The impressive installation serv ice of Alpha Epsilon Chapter was conducted on May 1, 1948, by Mrs. Lesl ie J. Maher, Na-

tional Vice President and First Distri ct presi ­dent, assisted by Miss Lois Wamhoff, Miss Elizabeth Wilson , and Mrs. William Vit , Pi members from St. Louis Alumnae Chapter. A Tea and a Formal Banquet, followed by the candlelight ceremony, were held later that day.

Mrs. Opal Pruitt was appointed as Na­tional Alumnae Representat ive ; and Berna­dine Brown was elected collegiate Presi­dent.

Charter members were : Mary Cramm , Bernadine Brown, Velma Byers , Joyce Carter, Marta Brown , Ruth Gronewold , Mar­jorie Lippincott , Lina Vaughn , Kay Howey,

Pat Heller, Helen Armstrong , Alice Tro­baugh, Carole Graham, Marie Birch , Re­becca Smith , June Luck, Norma Bergman, Joan Duncan, Peggy Charlesworth , Bettie Wilson , Aud rey Johnson, Nadine Ri ley, Wanda Smi th, Mari ann Hittner, Phyl lis Herr, Betty Steinfeldt, Dorothy Heithold, Lois Bunch, Opal Pruitt ; and advi sers , Miss Betty Baker and Dr. Harriet Stull.

The Helen Garman Faculty Adviser Award was presented to Dr. Harr iet Stu ll in 1962 ; and to Miss Helen Buckley in 1964. Maxine Stevens was National Alumnae Chairman, 1972-1974,

Alpha Epsil on Chapter Installation, May 1, 1948.

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Chapter23 A Time To Merge •••

Merger of the Association of Education Sororities with the National Panhellenic

Conference 1947-1951

When Alpha Sigma Tau became a national sorority, it was admitted to the Association of Education Sororities (1926). This associa­tion had been founded in 1915 to promote the welfare of sororities in Teachers Col­leges and in departments of Education in universities. Parallel with AES was the National Panhellenic Congress, an associa­tion founded in 1891 , for the social sororities in liberal arts colleges.

By 1947 there were sixty colleges that had AES sororities on their campuses. These col­leges that were once established for teacher training exclusively had gradually added liberal arts departments. In many cases the names of the colleges were changed to reflect the new curricula that was being added. In some instances the colleges de­veloped into state or private universities. By September, 194 7, forty-eight of the sixty colleges in the AES field had AAU or re­gional accrediting, and of the remaining twelve, all but four had fulfilled the require­ments for such accrediting .

Since, therefore, the fields had merged wherein NPC and AES sororities had func­tioned separately for many years, the union of the two sorority associations became inevitable. Consequently on November 12, 1947, the six sororities in AES were ac­cepted as associate members of the Na­tional Panhellenic Conference at its biennial meeting in Colorado Springs-provided that

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certain constitutional requirements were met by June 1, 1948.

Four Jewish and one Catholic sorority were admitted on the same basis at this time.

All sororities that join NPC are associate members for a period of four years. In De­cember, 1951 , therefore, the six sororities became full members of NPC.

The six AES sororities which joined NPC were:

Alpha Sigma Alpha Alpha Sigma Tau Delta Sigma Epsilon Pi Kappa Sigma Sigma Sigma Sigma Theta Sigma Upsilon

In the years since 1951, Delta Sigma Epsi­lon, Pi Kappa Sigma, and Theta Sigma Upsi­lon merged with other NPC groups. Alpha Sigma Alpha, Alpha Sigma Tau and Sigma Sigma Sigma are still members of NPC.

Alpha Sigma Tau Delegates to the Na­tional Panhellenic Conference have been Mrs. Carrie W. Staehle (Alpha) November 1947-August 1967; and Mrs. Mary Louise Doyle (Theta) from 1967 to the present. Alternate NPC delegates are usually chosen from among National Council members. Each soror ity may name three alternate delegates, one of whom is often the National President.

Epilogue To National Development

1927-1949

With membership in the National Pan­hellenic Conference, and the solid record of fifty years of development, and accomplish­ment, Alpha Sigma Tau was now ready to move ahead into a period of " Expanison."

The Golden Anniversary Convention of 1949 brought a new President and National Council ; and a move from Columbus, Ohio, to St. Louis, Missouri for the establishment of a permanent Central Office.

During the period 1927-1949, we had moved ahead steadily despite the Great Depression , World War II , and many chang­ing social , economic and educational forces . If we look for a reason behind this growth , we cannot escape the certain conclusion that it was due mainly to two factors:

1-NATIONAL LEADERSHIP by dedicated women who gave unstintingly of talent and time to Alpha Sigma Tau. We were particularly blessed by the enthusiasm, broad vision , and high quality of their work. At the 75th Anniversary Conven­tion in 1974, many of these sisters were honored by a special "AST BUILDERS AWARD."

2-SORORITY IDEALS which inspired and directed chapters and individuals to highest effort. These were not

simply words to be memorized ; but friendships to cherish , goals to achieve, and guides to lead us toward the highest accomplishment.

In the Alpha Sigma Tau Devotions Book prepared for the 1970 Convention in Toron to, Mrs. Joseph A. Steen, National Chapla in , inc luded a page of " Thoughts to Remember as we Take Leave of our AST CONVENTION for 1970."

It seems appropriate to conclude this sec­tion with a quotation from that part of the book:

" Alpha Sigma Tau exists to promote ave­hicle for the development of character and integrity throughout our lives .

Alpha Sigma Tau from the past has given us a heritage that makes a fuller life.

Alpha Sigma Tau in the present bids us strive for lasting values and permanent ideals.

Alpha Sigma Tau in the future will prove that fundamenta ls can endure : Friend­ship- Integrity- Beauty- Joy­Gracious and Valiant Living- Service and Love. "

Beverly Y. Bollard December, 1975

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National Expansion

By 1950 Alpha Sigma Tau had successfully met the re­

quirements for nationalization and developed procedures

to carry out programs to fulfill our purpose. It seemed time

to seriously consider concentration on expansion. Edith

Mansell had served as Organizer from 1925 to 1934 during

which time seven chapters were added to the roll; Mary St.

Clair King from 1934 to 1936 after which time the National

Vice Presidents were delegated to explore and follow up all

prospects for new chapters in their districts. Although we

installed a number of chapters following this plan it became

increasingly evident that a more concentrated effort under

the direction of a National Expansion Director would be

advisable.

Lillian Vogt Schippers was elected to this Council Office

in 1955 and immediately set up a systematic procedure of

contacting college campuses to introduce Alpha Sigma Tau.

Nine years and nine chapters later Lillian was succeeded by

Sue Neale McBee who continued to follow the contacts

initiated by Lillian, updated the introductory material and

made innumerable trips to interview, pledge and install

another twelve chapters. With the invaluable assistance of

Sue's husband who packed boxes, chauffered, unloaded,

decorated and made himself generally indispensable, Sue

and Margaret Macdonald, National Treasurer, traveled

many miles in the service of Alpha Sigma Tau. The results of

their efforts appear in the following pages.

History of

Alpha Sigma Tau Part Three

National Expansion

1949-1974 SECTION A: (1949-1962)

Elizabeth Wilson

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Table of Contents

PART Ill NATIONAL EXPANSION

Section A: 1949-1962 (Elizabeth Wilson)

CHAPTER TITLE PAGE CHAPTER TITLE

XXIV A Time to Relocate: 91 XVII A Time for Sharing Alpha Sigma Tau Central Office District Meetings

1951;1954; 1957 XXV A Time to Build 93

National Conventions XXVIII A Time to Serve: 1952;1955 National Philanthropic Programs

XXVI A Time for Affection: 99 XXIX A Time to Accomplish : Fourth National President Collegiate Chapters Dorothy Bennett Robinson 1950-1962

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Chapter 24

A Time To Relocate ...

ALPHA SIGMA TAU CENTRAL OFFICE The beginning of a year ... of a decade ...

of a term of office ... all are natural times to plan for the future. Alpha Sigma Tau entered its sixth decade under the guidance of a newly elected National President with high hopes for the future development of the Sorority. The National Council had approved plans which Dorothy Robinson proceded to carry out. The first project was that of transferring all Sorority records and services to St. Louis, Missouri.

Alpha Sigma Tau Central Office. 5641a S. Kingshighway -1949 Seated, L to R-Dorothy Robinson . Ruth Maher, Meredith Hinshaw Standing-Elizabeth Wilson , Lillian Schippers

Immediately following her return from convention in 1949, the National President arranged for office space in an apartment building converting to business at 7603 Forsythe Boulevard in Clayton, Missouri, a suburb of St. Louis. With the rapid growth of

Clayton and the influx of exclusive boutique and gift shops in the building , we were very soon forced to move to less expensive and more extensive quarters.

With the help of Lillian Schippers, then Editor of THE ANCHOR, we were fortunate to find a convenient locat ion in the bu il ding with her husband, Dr. Parry Schippers. Parry's generous offers to carry heavy pack­ages to our 2nd floor office as well as his fun-loving disposition made our stay at 5641a South Kingshighway most enjoyable. Parry became so much a part of Alpha Sigma Tau that he was featured in an article in THE ANCHOR . (Volume XXXVII , No. 1, Fall 1961)

Six years later, Dorothy Robinson handed the gavel to Mary Alice Peterson and ac­cepted a new office on the National Council as Executive Secretary. With the assistance

St. Louis Central Office Natl. Counci l Mtg. August 1950 L toR-Beverly Bollard . Margaret Macdonald , Lucile Steen

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of one part-time secretary, Adele Cafferata, and the volunteer services of several St. Louis Alumnae, record keeping was stream­lined and services extended. Dorothy con­tinued to serve as Executive Secretary until family demands made it necessary for her to retire . In 1961 Carolyn Alexander, also a Pi Alumna and active member of the St. Louis Alumnae Chapter was appo inted to complete Dorothy 's unexpired term and continued in this office until her resignation in 1964 to return to classroom teaching.

By 1962, we had outgrown the space on South Kingshighway and relocated at the present address, 6200 Hoffman Avenue. This space was expanded in 1969 by removal of a door to more than double the space for work and storage.

Shortly after her return from the 1964 Convention , Elizabeth Wilson, newly elected National President, was greeted one day by Dorothy Meyer, college classmate and wife of Dr. Meyer who owns the building where we are housed. Dorothy, with a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Harris Teachers College, and a diploma from Miss Hickey's Secre­tarial School was indeed an answer to a prayer. Soon after accepting the secretarial position Dorothy became an alumna initiate, a supporting member of the St. Louis Alum­nae Chapter and st ill serves as Executive Secretary. With the retirement of Adele Cafferata, Mrs. Ralph Wilson (Betty) was hired to handle the rapidly growing files of colleg iate and alumnae members.

When Elizabeth Wilson retired as National President in 1972, she served as an ex­officio member of the National Council as Director of the Central Office. This position was approved as a permanent Council office in 1974. With the competent assistance of Dorothy Meyer, Betty Wilson , and June Mc­Carthy, National Financial Secretary, the Central Office Staff has been successful in increasing the services to colleg iate and alumnae chapters.

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Dorothy Meyer and Betty Wilson (1968)

June McCarthy , Dorothy Meyer , Elizabeth Wilson (1968)

June McCarthy (1968)

Chapter 25 A Time To Build •••

"Why build these cities glorious

If man unbuilcled goes?

In vain we build the world unless

The builder also grows."

Tenth National Convention, 1952 Eleventh National Convention , 1955

TENTH NATIONAL CONVENTION August 19-22, 1952 Conrad Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois

As Alpha Sigma Tau entered its sixth decade the Tenth National Convention was scheduled at the Conrad Hilton Hotel in Chicago, August 19-22, 1952. The theme, " Build for Tomorrow" was stressed in gen­eral sessions, district breakfast meetings, collegiate and alumnae meetings.

We had completed twenty-five years as a national sorority, one year as a full member of National Panhellenic Conference. Carrie Staehle, immediate Past National President and NPC Delegate had represented Alpha Sigma Tau through the probationary period of association and reported the NPC session of final voting in her address, " May We Be Adequate" to convention delegates and guests.

" It was a very hushed moment last No­vember (1951) at Williamsburg , Virginia when that final vote came. The associate members had been assigned seats in front rows and were asked to leave the hall when the voting took place. When we returned , the secretary read the motion which had passed unanimously admitting the associate members to full membership. The delegates of the new groups were then escorted to

tables reserved for voting delegates. We had a feeling of reverence then-we had attained a goal for which we had been struggling ·for years-it was a feeling of having won a hard race. And yet we also felt the pressure of the new responsibility and I am sure that at that moment each of us breathed a prayer that we would be adequate as we left the old association and joined the new."

To celebrate our new membership in NPC, representatives of nineteen NPC groups were entertained at tea, at which time a Convention Queen was selected from collegiate members. Margaret Ann Steele, Zeta Tau Chapter, had the distinction of being the second of a line of lovely and talented Convention Queens from her chap­ter. She was attended by Gwynne G. Kelley, Lambda Chapter and Shirley Crawford, Ps i Chapter. The tea was the occasion for the presentation of philanthropic projects by display posters from twenty-five NPC mem­ber groups.

Following a meeting of the National Coun­cil on Tuesday morning, August 19, 1952, and a meeting of the National Staff on Tues­day evening , the Tenth National Convent ion was opened with a luncheon at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, August 20, 1952 with the Convention Chairman, Mrs. Francis Graflage presiding . Following luncheon , Mrs. Graflage

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introduced the National President, Mrs. S. Carl Robinson, who conducted the business sessions. The following delegates responded to roll call:

National Council : President

Mrs. S. Carl Robinson Vice Presidents

Eastern District Mrs. Joseph Steen

Central District Miss Evelyn Luecking

Northwestern District Mrs. J. W. Hinshaw

Southern District Miss Janet Calfee

NPC Delegate Mrs. H. E. Staehle

Secretary Mrs. H. E. Staehle

Treasurer Miss Margaret Macdonald

Editor Mrs. Parry Schippers

Chaplain and Historian Miss Elinore DeCou

National Committee Chairmen: Alumnae

Miss Elizabeth Wilson Convention

Mrs. Francis Graflage Courtesy

Miss June McCarthy Examinations

Mrs. R. V. Fox Housing

Miss Joyce Carter Memorial Loan Fund

Mrs. E. C. Phipps Music

Mrs. E. C. Twork News Agency

Miss Genevieve Repeta Pledge

Miss Natalie Haglund Rush

Miss Rose Marie Schmidt National Alumnae Representatives:

Alpha .... . . . .. Mrs. H. E. Staehle Beta . . . ... . .. . Miss Florence Slade Theta ......... Miss Helen Traskos Lambda . . .. . . . Miss Mabel Schreiber Pi . . ....... . .. Miss June McCarthy,

Mrs. William Vit

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Rho . .. .. .. .... Miss Sarah Green Alpha Alpha .. . . Mrs. R. B. Cross

Collegiate Chapter Delegates: Alpha ... . ..... Miss Elizabeth Brown Beta .. .... ... . Mrs. Jeanne Gleason

Clark Delta . . ....... . Alice Jones Zeta . . ...... . . Shirley Stover Theta .. ... .... Helen Shimer Iota ... . . ... . .. Carolyn Heghin Lambda ... . . . . Gwynne Kelley Nu . . . ...... ... Shirley Madden Omicron .. .... . Mary Ann Beckett Pi ......... .. . Patricia Seib Rho ......... .. Mary Helen Carlat Sigma ......... Sally Sturm Zeta Tau ...... Margaret Ann Steele Upsilon .... . .. Sara Bess Brandon Phi .......... . Betty Mcinnis Chi . . . . . .. . . . . Wanda Mason Psi ........... Lucy Lee Grove Omega .... . .. . Sheila Koppelsloen Alpha Alpha ... Joan Sharbak Alpha Beta ..... Evelyn Fulbright Alpha Gamma . . Emma Sue Smith Alpha Delta .... Mrs. Don Sebring

(Adviser) Alpha Epsilon .. Coleen Baxter

Alumnae Chapter Delegates: Beckley ....... Mrs. E. C. Phipps Bluefield . ..... Mrs. William Richardson Buffalo .... . . .. Mrs. L. W. Porter Charleston ..... Mrs. P. L. Will Detroit .. .. .... Miss Ellenjane Gohlke Emporia . . ..... Ida Wayman Flint .. .. ..... . Mrs. F. 0 . Green Huntington .. ... Miss Clara Closterman Lansing ....... Mrs. R. G. Peterman Muncie .. .. . .. . Mrs. Leon Scott Philadelphia .. . Miss Ethel Weimar Princeton . .... . Mrs. C. E. Bradley St. Louis ... . . . . Mrs. Clement Orf War .. ... . .. . . . Miss Edith Elliott Washington ... . Mrs. Meda Ray Sewell Ypsilanti-

Ann Arbor . . . Sheila Stefanac Chicago ... .... Mrs. L. J. Cashman New York ... ... Miss Anita Barr

The business sessions covered a number of items necessary to implement new poli­cies. The National Pledge Fee was increased to ten dollars; each colleg iate chapter was to be assessed one dollar per capita annu-

ally for the National Convention Fund; the National Endowment Fee was to be paid in full by each member before leaving school or graduation and the principal of this Fund would be made available to chapters who wished to borrow money, with interest, for housing or rent of chapter rooms; the ap­pointment of a National Standards Chairman was approved.

The National Memorial Service was con­ducted by the National Chaplain, Elinore De Cou, assisted by Ethel Weimar and Mabel Schreiber. At this ceremony the membership mourned the death of Dorothy J. Stadler, National Secretary, who had passed away on July 6, 1951.

Model Pledge and Initiation Ceremonies were held under the direction of Miss Joyce Carter and members of Alpha Epsilon Chap­ter. Initiated were Dorothy Murray and Ruth Ruby, Theta Chapter; and Dorothy De Splin­ter, Alpha Epsilon Chapter.

On Wednesday evening a special dinner was held for members who had attended three or more conventions. Twenty-six Con­vention Belles were honored at this affair which began another Alpha Sigma Tau tradition.

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The Formal Banquet, held in the Upper Tower Room of the Conrad Hilton featured the traditional Candlelighting Ceremony con­ducted by Alpha Alpha Chapter, an address by Mrs. Haswell E. Staehle, " May We Be Adequate", and the presentation of awards. Dr. Harriet Stull, Alpha Epsilon Faculty Adviser, presented collegiate chapter Effi­ciency Awards to Alpha Epsilon , first place; Omicron , second place; Psi and Alpha Delta, third place. Alumnae Efficiency Awards were presented to Bluefield , Richmond-Peters­burg , Washington , Beckley, Lansing and Philadelphia Alumnae Chapters ; Collegiate Scrapbook Awards to Theta, Nu, and Alpha Beta; Alumnae Scrapbook Awards to St. Louis, Buffalo, and Flint. Miss Margaret Macdonald presented Ada A. Norton Awards to Mrs. Louise Glade Bohlen, first editor of THE ANCHOR and Mrs. Mary Louise Man­drea Doyle, second editor who had served for eighteen years. The banquet was cli­maxed by the crowning of the Convention Queen, Miss Margaret Ann Steele.

At the final business session on Friday morning, August 22, Mrs. E. F. Peterson read the report of the Nominating Committee :

NATIONAL COUNCIL, 1955, ROANOKE, VIRGINIA

Front Row, L to R-Dorothy Robinson, Luci le Steen, Maxine Grafl age, Mary Al ice Peterson, Margaret Macdonald , Mered ith Hinshaw

Back Row, L to R-Ruth Maher, Lillian Sch ippers , Carri e Staehle , Betty Snidow

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President Mrs. S. Carl Robinson

Vice Presidents Central District

Miss Evelyn Luecking Eastern District

Mrs. Joseph Steen Southern District

Miss Janet Calfee Northwestern District

Mrs. J. W. Hinshaw Southwestern District

Mrs. Harold B. Wenzel NPC Delegate

Mrs. H. E. Staehle Secretary

Mrs. H. E. Staehle Treasurer

Miss Margaret Macdonald Editor

Mrs. Parry Schippers Chaplain and Historian

Miss Elinore DeCou

These candidates were approved by acclamation and Mrs. Robinson installed those who were newly elected . The registra­tion chanrman reported 146 members in attendance. Following a Farewell Luncheon the Convention was officially adjourned August 22, 1952.

ELEVENTH NATIONAL CONVENTION August 16-18, 1955 Hotel Roanoke, Roanoke, Virginia

The Eleventh National Convention opened August 16, 1955 at the Hotel Roanoke, Roanoke, Virginia. The theme, " Unless We Be Guided" was the title of a poem by Barbara Vollmer Hemm, which appeared in the Alpha Sig-Nal, the convention news­paper.

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" My life 's my own. I'm my own boss, " I've heard a man exclaim; How very wrong a man is he­Perhaps he's not to blame.

I only know from birthday on Someone has led the way-Someone has shown and held my hand, And taught me what to say.

I've had a choice-oh, that I know­Along by lifetime's span, But leaders wise have guided me To be an upright man.

And over all a Guilding light Has shown on all the same ; To help, to lead us ever on To better lives and fame.

The tradit ion of selecting a Convention Queen , introduced in 1949 was the main event of the Get-Acquainted Luncheon on opening day. The evening was the occasion for an inspirational trip to Natural Bridge where the Drama of Creation was presented in Biblical verse and musical works of the masters.

After the Keynote Address by Mrs. H. E. Staehle at the Get-Acquainted Luncheon, Mrs. S. Carl Robinson , National President conducted the afternoon business session as well as those on Thursday morn ing and afternoon. The following delegates re­sponded to roll call :

National Council: President

Mrs. S. Carl Robinson Vice-presidents

Eastern District Mrs. Joseph Steen

Central District Mrs. Earl F. Peterson

Northwestern District Mrs. J. Waldo Hinshaw

Southern District Miss Janet Calfee

NPC Delegate and Secretary Mrs. H. E. Staehle

Treasurer Miss Margaret Macdonald

Editor Mrs. Parry Schippers

National Committee Chairmen: Alumnae .. . ... Miss El izabeth Wilson Awards . ..... . Mrs. J. E. Gaughan Convention .. . . Mrs. Frances Graflage Courtesy . . .... Mrs. L. J. Maher Endowment .... Mrs. Julian Mason Housing ..... . . Mrs. E. C. Phipps Life Membersh ip Miss June E. McCarthy Music .. . ... . .. Mrs. William Richardson News Agency ... Mrs. Preston Sewell Pledge ........ Miss Rose Mari e Schmidt

Social Service . . Mrs. Preston Hamilton Standards . . . . . Mrs. E. F. Peterson

National Alumnae Representatives: Alpha ...... . .. Mrs. Shirley Sole

Mrs. H. E. Staehle Beta ... . . . .... Mrs. L. J. Gaffney Theta . ... ..... Mrs. H. T. Meister Iota . . ..... . ... Mrs. Franklin Ace Nu . .. . ... . . ... Mrs. Clarence Anderson Omicron ...... . Miss Hila Arrington Pi . .. ... .. .. .. Mrs. John Simpson Rho . . . . .. ..... Miss Mary Helen Carlat Sigma . ... . .. . . Mrs . Harold Peterson Zeta Tau .. .. .. Mrs. Boice Ware Psi . . ... . ..... Miss Nancy Morse Alpha Alpha .. . Mrs. R. B. Cross Alpha Beta ... . Miss Clara Closterman

Collegiate Chapter Delegates : Alpha . . . . .... . Donna Renwick Beta ... . . . . . .. Ann Butterfield Delta .... . . ... Jean Sumner Zeta ...... .. . . Eileen Arnold Theta ........ . Rose Bouvich Iota . . .. . . . .... Betty Lewick Lambda . . ..... Maryann Vojtko Nu ...... . . . ... Betty May Pittman Omicron ...... . Jane Brown Lepley Pi . .... . .. . . .. Jacqueline Hudson Rho ..... .. ... Joan Hank Zeta Tau . . .. . . Betty Page Cory Upsilon .... . .. Martha Spinks Phi .. . . .. . . . .. Dianne Weest Chi . . ....... . . Donna Myers Psi . . . ..... .. . Helen B. Johnson Alpha Alpha . ... Jeanine Henning Alpha Beta . .... Phyllis Brewer Alpha Gamma .. Dot Graves Alpha Delta .... Carolyn Sue Sheppard Alpha Epsilon . . Ann Walker Alpha Lambda . Carol " Sue" Wells

Alumnae Chapter Delegates: Akron-Canton

Mrs. Bernard McBee Beckley

Mrs. Sheldon Corey Bluefield

Miss Nancy Ruddell Buffalo

Miss Catherine Crocuston Charleston

Mrs. Maurice Miller Detroit

Miss Dorothy Dobos

Flint Miss Crystal Hearn

Huntington Miss Yvonn e Foscato

Lansing Mrs. Cecil Springer-Mrs. Mary Walton

Los Angeles Mrs. Mary Hartman

Muncie Miss Nell Young

Princeton-Athens Miss Jane N. Wells

Roanoke Mrs. Richard Snidow

Shepherdstown Miss Ruth Seibert

St. Louis Miss Charlotte Boehm

Washington , D. C. Mrs. Benjamin Douglas

Ypsilanti-Ann Arbor Mrs. Shirley Sole

Legislation was enacted to add to Art icle Ill of the Collegiate Const itution a new sec­tion provid ing:

Women from the local community who have had at least one year of college may be initiated by the collegiate chap­ter with the permission of the National Council.

Additional changes were approved concern­ing the number of faculty advisers and the establ ishment of a collegiate chapter ad­visory board . The section limiting chapter size was deleted. Three chairmansh ips , Convention , Housing and Standards were added to the National Board and the office of Business Manager of The Anchor was discontinued.

The Yellow Rose Luncheon to honor the forty Convention Belles was held on Wednesday, under the direction of Mrs. Preston Ham ilton . Each guest rece ived a yellow ceramic rose pin contributed by the St. Louis Alumnae Chapter. Follow ing the luncheon a memorial service paying tr ibute to members who had died since the last convention was conducted by Mrs. Franklin Ace and Miss Ann Eaton. It was at th is Memorial Service that the death of Grace Erb Ritchie, first National President, was announced . Grace died on March 16, 1954.

Mrs . E. F. Peterson , National Standards Chairman , conducted a model Pl edge and

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Initiation Service assisted by Ann Walker, initiating Alma Jean Erickson into Alpha Epsilon Chapter. The new robes, which had been shown at District Meetings for ap­proval the year before, were used at these ceremonials providing a most impressive effect.

The Helen R. Garman Faculty Adviser Award was introduced at this convention and a lovely silver tray was presented to an outstanding adviser from each district :

Dr. Ada Jane Harvey, Upsilon Miss Edith Glatfelter, Pi Mrs. Alma Gasslander, Delta Miss Mae R. Hunter, Omicron Mrs. Wanda Bates, Alpha

Following the impressive Candlelighting Service conducted by Mered ith Hinshaw and Ruth Maher at the Formal Banquet, dele­gates and guests were privileged to hear Dr. Dabney S. Lancaster, former President of Longwood College, speak. Helen B. John­son, Psi Chapter, was crowned Convention Queen with Ann Butterfield (Beta) and Dianne Woest (Phi) as attendants. The pre­sentation of awards climaxed the evening.

Pi Chapter captured the Scholarship Cup with Carol Willman, a member of that chap­ter, receiving a scholarship ring . Song con­test awards were presented to Muncie Alumnae, Alpha Epsilon and Phi Collegiate Chapters selected at the competition held the night before. Alpha Epsilon, Psi and Iota Collegiate, Flint, Phi ladelphia, St. Louis, and

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Washington, D.C. Alumnae were proud to receive Efficiency Awards while Scrapbook Awards were presented to Alpha Alpha, Alpha Epsilon, St. Louis and Buffalo chap­ters.

At the final business session the following officers were elected and installed to serve for the coming triennium.

National President Mary Alice Peterson

Vice Presidents Central District

Ruth Priebe Maher Eastern District

Lucile Steen Northwestern District

Meredith Hinshaw Southern District

Betty Snidow Southwestern District

Lillian Schippers National Secretary and NPC Delegate

Carrie W. Staehle Executive Secretary

Dorothy B. Robinson National Editor

Maxine Graflage National Chaplain and Historian

Elinore DeCou

An additional district was created to lighten the load of the District Presidents and Dorothy Rob inson, retiring National President assumed the new Council position of Executive Secretary.

Chapter 26 A Time For Affection ...

Fourth National President- Dorothy Bennett Robinson (Pi)

1949-1955

When Dorothy Robinson accepted the office of National President she fully real­ized the responsibility of cont inuing the quality of leadership set by her predecessors, and although she too left us a rich heri tage, most of it is in accomplishments never acknowledged. She disliked writing , speak­ing and making personal appearances be­fore large groups, but her ph ilosophy is well expressed in her message to the member­ship for the Organization Issue of THE ANCHOR, November, 1952:

" Every few years we like to review the whole picture of Alpha Sigma Tau , compare its structure of today with that of former years, evaluate its program of act ivit ies, and discover whether or not we are traveling along the road our Founders dreamed of for us. If we find that we have been fa ithful to our purpose we can be proud of our ach ieve­ments ; but we cannot say, 'This is fine; we have arrived ; now we can rest !' In our satis­faction with results , however, we are en­couraged to make even greater effo rts for success.

" Let us hope that our success and useful­ness will be measured by an increas ing number of members who find the answer to their need for close companionship, devotion to mutual interests and goals, and loyalty to a cause in Alpha Sigma Tau.

"The organization is the means, not the end. Strength lies in the personal touch sparked by the organizat ion 's program."

Many of us have been fortunate to rece ive Dorothy's personal touch.

As soon as the establ ishment of the Central Office in St. Lcuis had been complet­ed, Dorothy and Lillian Schippers, National

Editor, began planning an Organizational Issue of THE ANCHOR, a project completed in 1952.

Another goal set by Dorothy and the National Council was the preparation of a National Sorority Directory, a project com-

Dorothy Bennett, Pi Chapter May Queen

Harris Teachers College, 1932

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pleted in 1954. This issue of THE ANCHOR was dedicated to the National Alumnae Representatives, " those devoted members who serve as a link between the old and the new, and between the local and national aspects of our ever-widening sisterhood.".

Preparation of the Directory required the cooperation of all the Alumnae Representa­tives and many volunteer workers in the Central Office. Continued maintenance of the complete files has been a major project ever since, but without this thorough begin­ning and the volunteer assistance of many St. Louis Alumnae to keep the file up-dated, the Central Office would be unable to pro­vide many of the services which we have come to accept as routine.

One of the original members of Rho Phi Gamma, local sorority at Harris Teachers College, Dorothy became a charter member of the Pi Chapter when it was officially in­stalled in 1930. During her Senior year, Dorothy was selected as May Queen, a dis­tinctive recognition on this campus, and graduated with honors. An active member of the collegiate group, Dorothy was equally involved in the organization of the St. Louis Alumnae Chapter and accepted her first appointment to the National Staff as Na­tional Program Chairman in 1938. Two years later she was elected National Vice Presi­dent of the Southwestern District serving for two years ; reelected to the same office in 1944, serving until 1949 when she became National President.

During these terms as National Vice President and Organizer, as well as National President, Dorothy was actively involved in the establishment of several collegiate and alumnae chapters. Collegiate Chapters in-

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Robinson Family-1939 Susan. Dorothy. Carl . Dallas

Dorothy Bennett Robinson National Vice President

District IV-1944

Dorothy Bennett Robinson National President

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stalled in her district during this period include Phi , Omega, Alpha Gamma, Alpha Delta and Alpha Epsilon . Following her re-

tirement as National President, Dorothy served on the National Council as Executive Secretary until 1959.

Dorothy's personal life as well as her sorority life was filled with service activities. Three years following her graduation from college she married Carl Robinson. The Robinson family were active members of St. John's Methodist Church and Dorothy found time to serve as President of both the Women's Society of Christian Services and the Mothercraft Class. With both parents accomplished musicians, it was natural that their three children also became proficient instrumentalists and music lovers. The fam­ily involvement in the St. Louis Philharmonic Orchestra was the topic of an article in Time Magazine, November 1959:

"Whole families often play with the Phil­harmonic. S. Carl Robinson, vice president of the St. Louis transit system, plays the second flute while his wife is timpanist and

their 23 year old son a French horn player." Dorothy also served as ticket manager

and Stephen, their youngest son later joined the Orchestra. Although Susan did not play with the Philharmonic she was an accom­plished pianist and frequently played w ith the family group.

On May 12, 1970, Dorothy died after a brief illness. The memorial announcement in THE ANCHOR, Spring , 1970, serves to recall her influence on Alpha Sigma Tau .

"Those of us who were privileged to know and work with Dorothy will remember her for her warm affection , keen sense of humor and complete dedication to the service of mankind. All Alpha Sigma Taus can be prouder and happier in their membership because of the example she set. Her in­fluence . .. her ideas . . . her ideals have been projected toward the future to live forever in the lives of others. We are grateful for the privilege of her friendship. "

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Chapter 27 A Time For Friendship ...

"In the life of a young man the most essential thing for happiness

is the gift of friendship." Sir William Osler

DISTRICT MEETINGS --1951, 1954, 1957

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"District Meetings are inspiring occasions. The National Council is glad to announce that this fall we shall be able to have the gatherings which were postponed last year.

"Let us take advantage of this time when we can think together about the programs of Alpha Sigma Tau. We have had small , not outstanding successes. Let us have the patience to work steadily on through difficult situations, believing as friends across the country in the 'permanence of our ideals '."

The above quotation from THE ANCHOR, July, 1951 , announced that the triennial cycle of Convention , Chapter Inspection and District Meetings would be resumed . Be­cause of the troubled world situation Dis­trict Meetings were suspended from 1945 to 1951. All Districts scheduled meetings in the fall of 1951 , each under the direction of the District President.

EASTERN DISTRICT October 27, 1951

Lucile Steen , President State Teachers College, Buffalo, New York

CENTRAL DISTRICT October 13, 1951

Ruth Maher, President Ball State College, Muncie, Indiana

SOUTHERN DISTRICT October 13, 1951

Janet Calfee, President Madison College, Harrisonburg, Virginia

NORTHWESTERN DISTRICT October 6, 1951

Meredith Hinshaw, President Emporia State College, Emporia, Kansas

SOUTHWESTERN DISTRICT October 27, 1951

Frances Wenzel , President Henderson State College, Arkadelphia, Arkansas

These meetings were scheduled just two months before final aff iliation with NPC wh ich all members were anticipating as a giant step forward . The teachers college campuses to which we had been limited

EASTERN DISTRICT METIING. 1951 Buffa lo . New York

were gradually disappearing and member­ship in the National Panhellenic Conference would provide additional opportunities for expansion.

Eastern District

The Eastern District Meeting scheduled October 27,1951 was held at the new Student Union of Buffalo State Teachers College. Ruth Ochs, Sigma Alumnae Representative and Evelyn Grampp, Buffalo Alumna were co-chairmen for the meeting conducted by

Lucile Steen. The program included discus­sion of national topics, a get-acquainted luncheon and tour of the Buffalo State Teachers College campus. The afternoon was devoted to separate meetings of colle­giate and alumnae delegates followed by recommendations and committee reports. A Founders Day Dinner and informal party occupied the evening. The meeting was officially adjourned after a Sunday morning Farewell Breakfast.

Central District The Central District chose as a conference

theme, "Expansion for Alpha Sigma Tau ," and a variety of stimulating alumnae, colle­giate and national distcussion topics en­larged on this central theme. The Muncie Alumnae, who were scheduled to serve as one of the convention hostess chapters in 1952, planned a miniature one day convention , complete with Candlelighting Ceremony.

Southwestern District The Southwestern District Meeting, held

on the campus at Henderson State Teachers

College, was conducted by the Nat ional President, Mrs. S. Carl Robinson . The dele­gates were privileged to hear Dr. D. D. McBrien, President of Henderson and Past National President of Sigma Tau Gamma, speak on " A College President Looks at Sororities. " They were privileged al so to hear two loyal faculty advisers, Miss Mar­garet Lowe, Phi Chapter and Miss Amy Jean Greene, Alpha Gamma.

Eastern Di str ict Meet ing 1954 Phil adelphia, Pennsylvania

Southern District

Southwestern District Meeting 1954

Little Rock , Arkansas

Miss Janet Calfee conducted the Southern District Meeting at Madison College with Miss Margaret Macdonald , National Trea­surer ; and Mrs. Meade McNeill , National Endowment Chairman as guests. Group dis­cussion meetings covered rush ing, cultural programs, standards, alumnae chapter mem­bership and new alumnae chapters. Th is meeting, too, featured a banquet and the traditional Candlelight ing Ceremony.

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1954

1954 was again the year for District Meet­ings and each met in the fall of that year.

EASTERN DISTRICT November 13, 1954

Lucile Steen, President Hotel Warwick, Philadelphia, Pa.

CENTRAL DISTRICT October 30, 1954

Mary Alice Peterson , President Western Illinois State Col lege, Macomb, Illinois (Alpha Epsilon)

NORTHWESTERN DISTRICT November 13, 1954

Meredith Hinshaw, President Southwest Missouri State College, Springfield , Mo. (Alpha Delta)

SOUTHEASTERN DISTRICT November 20 , 1954

Janet Calfee, President Radford College, Radford , Va. (Alpha Lambda)

SOUTHWESTERN DISTRICT October 30, 1954

June McCarthy, Acting President Little Rock, Arkansas

Eastern District

The 1954 meeting was the Fifth Trienn ial Conference for the Eastern District and the meeting was called to order by Lucile Steen, District President. Devot ions were led by Elinore De Cou, National Chaplain followed by an address of welcome from Charlotte King who introduced Mrs. S. Carl Robinson , National President. Mrs. Robinson extended greetings from the national organizat ion and sounded the theme for the Conference: Fraternity, Education , Eth ics and Ideals. The afternoon session was devoted to two group discussions, one on alumnae, one on col­legiates. The banquet held that evening featured an address by Mrs. Helen E. Hid­rick , Pennsylvania State Mother for 1954 who spoke on "The Art of Living Together. "

Central District

The Central District also convened for a fifth triennial meeting in the Little Theatre of the Training School , Western Illinois State College , Macomb, Illinois, home of Alpha Epsilon Chapter. The meetings were con-

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ducted by Mary Alice Peterson, District President who announced the theme, "At­taining AST Ideals." The afternoon group meetings were led by Mrs. R. B. Cross, Alpha Alpha Alumnae Representative ; Mrs. Floyd Pohl and Miss Rose Marie Schmidt. Ruth Maher discussed expansion, stressing ways collegiates could help in this program . Another discussion period led by Rose Marie Schmidt, National Pledge and Rush Chairman, revolved about rushing pro­cedures.

The Macomb-Carthage Alumnae Chapter was installed immediately following the Founders Day Banquet that evening.

Northwestern District

The Northwestern District Meeting was hosted by Alpha Delta Chapter and the Springfield Alumnae on the campus of Southwest Missouri State College in Spring­field , Missouri. The meetings were con­ducted by Meredith Hinshaw, District Presi­dent with group and panel discussions on rushing and expansion. The afternoon ses­sion included additional discussion, and a tea given by the Alpha Delta Mothers Club at the Sorority House. Activities came to a close at the Colon ial Hotel with a banquet in the Missouri Room. Guests includ ing Meredith Hinshaw, June McCarthy and Elizabeth Wilson were privileged to see a film , "Hospitality Unlimited," from the Ro­anoke Hotel which was the site of the next National Convention.

Southern District

The 1954 triennial meeting of the South­ern District was held at Radford College, with Alpha Lambda Chapter acting as hostess. Janet Calfee, District President, conducted the business sessions and in­troduced special guests Mrs. S. Carl Robin­son , National President ; and Blanche Daniel , Alpha Lambda Faculty Adviser. Mrs. Robin­son spoke briefly stressing the need to build carefully and well over a long period of time to build a strong sorority.

Collegiate and alumnae workshops were held in the afternoon . Alpha Lambda Chap­ter entertained faculty members, guests from other campus sororities and the dele­gates at tea in Ingles Hall. A formal banquet with Candlelight Ceremony was held that

evening, the meeting officially concluded after breakfast at the hotel on Sunday morning.

Southwestern District

The Southwestern 1954 District Meeting was conducted by June McCarthy, acting President. Dr. Ada Jane Harvey, Faculty Ad­viser of Upsilon Chapter, led a discussion of programs for the coming year. Collegiates and alumnae met for an afternoon session to discuss rushing, recommendations, and alumnae chapters. The meeting was formally adjourned after dinner.

Each district had an opportunity to ex­amine a proposed initiation robe to be pre­sented at the 1955 Convention for official adoption. Mary Alice Peterson , National Standards Chairman did much research on this topic and arranged for the showing at each District Meeting.

1957

SOUTHERN DISTRICT October 19, 1957

Betty Snidow, District President Concord College, Athens, W.Va. (Omicron)

CENTRAL DISTRICT November 2, 1957

Ruth Maher, District President Eastern Michigan College, Ypsilanti , Mich. (Alpha)

NORTHWESTERN DISTRICT October 26, 1957

Meredith Hinshaw, District President Harris Teachers College Student Union St. Louis, Mo. (Pi)

Southern District

The 1957 Southern District Meeting was called to order by the District President, Mrs. Richard Snidow on October 19, 1957 in the Little Theater of Concord College, Athens, West Virginia. Following a message of welcome from Miss Demaris Wilson, Dean of Women at Concord College, Miss Eliza­beth Hight, Omicron Chapter President, in­troduced the chapter 's two faculty advisers, Miss Mae Hunter and Miss Mildred Drans­field ; NPC Delegate and National Secretary, Mrs. Haswell E. Staehle; National Memorial Loan Fund Chairman , Miss Kathleen Kelch-

ner; and Omicron Chapter Alumnae Repre­sentative , Miss Hila Arrington .

The program theme, " United We Stand ," was carried out by discussion of services presented by the national officers and rep­resentatives of the five collegiate chapters; Alpha Beta, Zeta Tau , Chi , Alpha Lambda and Omicron . Charlotte Douglas, D.C. Alumna, presented an article entitled , " Alum nae Co­operation With Collegiate Chapters ," which stimulated much discussion and adopt ion of a resolution requesting the National Council to appoint a committee to study all phases of the recommendation system. Th is committee would present (after careful study) proposals concerning the recommen­dation system to be voted on at the 1958 Convention .

The Beckley Alumnae Chapter gave a tea in the Social Room at the Little Theater, the Bluefield Alumnae arranged the forman ban­quet. The final session of the meeting was held after the farewell breakfast in the Concord College dining room .

Central District

Delegates of the Central District assem­bled at Eastern Michigan College, Yps ilanti on November 2, 1957. Alpha collegiates and the Ypsilanti-Ann Arbor Alumnae were hostess chapters. Following registration and a coffee hour, the first general session was opened by the District President, Mrs. L. J. Maher. During the morning session the dele­gates were addressed by Dean Susan B. Hill and Mrs. Parry Sch ippers, National Expansion Director.

The afternoon allowed time for a campus tour, collegiate and alumnae workshops , and conferences with the National Officers present: Lillian Schippers, National Expan­sion Director ; Genevieve Repeta, National Courtesy Chairman ; Rose Marie Schmidt, National Pledge Chairman and Ethel Hime­lick, National Rush Chairman . Saturday evening was the time for a Founders Day Banquet for all area members and on Sun­day morning delegates and vis itors were guests of Ypsilanti-Ann Arbor Alum nae Chapter for breakfast.

Northwestern District

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with Pi Collegiates and St. Louis Alunae Chapters serving as hostesses. Meetings were held at the Student Union Building of Harris Teachers College. The meetings were conducted by Meredith Hinshaw, District President who had selected the theme, " Be­hold the Mustard Seed." After explaining that as a mustard seed grows so will Alpha Sigma Tau if it has nurture and care, Mere­dith introduced the National Officers, each explaining her part in the nurture of Alpha Sigma Tau.

Mrs. E. F. Peterson, National President, presented three objectives:

1. To strengthen collegiate chapters 2. To develop closed relations between

collegiate and alumnae chapters. 3. To establish new chapters. Dorothy Robinson, Executive Secretary

explained the work of the Central Office Staff including Elizabeth Wilson , Alumnae

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Chairman ; June McCarthy, Life Membership and Endowment Chairman ; and Janis Mar­shall , Central Office Assistant. lisa Simpson, newly appointed Vice President of the Southwestern District stressed the need for alumnae groups; Viola King, National His­torian explained the importance of chapter history reports. Lillian Schippers, National Expansion Chairman, spoke of her activities since the office had been established a year ago. Following a brief discussion period the group adjourned for lunch which had been prepared by St. Louis Alumnae.

The afternoon session included discus­sion of rushing procedures, financial proj­ects, sumaries of group meetings and ques­tions about expansion . The meeting was climaxed with a Founders Day Banquet at the Congress Hotel , the traditional Candle­lighting Ceremony beautifully conducted by Meredith Hinshaw.

Chapter 28

A Time To Serve ...

National Philanthropic Programs

The development of a national philan­thropic program to replace or supplement the miscellaneous projects supported by collegiate and alumnae chapters was ac­celerated and strengthened in the sixth decade by the encouragement and en­thusiasm of two National Presidents. While both Dorothy Robinson and Mary Alice Peterson were concerned with the addition of new collegiate chapters, both also ex­pressed a firm belief that strong alumnae groups were necessary to support any col­legiate chapters organized. Much emphasis was placed during this period on alumnae involvement, resulting in the organization of many new alumnae chapters and clubs and social service projects which involved alumnae on both a local and national level.

PINE MOUNTAIN SETTLEMENT SCHOOL Until 1945 most of Alpha Sigma Tau 's

service efforts were concentrated on war projects, each chapter serving its own com­munity. Under the direction of our first National Social Service Chairman , Lucile Steen, a domestic project was organized to assist the Pine Mountain Settlement School in Harlan County, Kentucky on a national basis. At the invitation of William Creech , who presented the first land, Pine Moun­tain Settlement School was founded by Ethel de Long and Katherine Pettit in 1913.

On 136 acres on the north side of a mountain in Harlan County, Kentucky a school was started because Uncle William Creech " had a heart and craving that my people should grow better. " The school be­gan as a boarding high school to give some­thing more than elementary grade training , to give manual arts and an example of better

living and farming to the boys and girl s of the narrow valleys which follow the creeks in the eastern t ip of Harlan County.

The school continued to serve its pu r­pose for several decades, both educa­tionally and through its outstand ing health services. In the early 40 's, however, the en­tire district along with the rest of the nation experienced the pinch of f inanc ial condi­tions. Throughout the district, the Elemen­tary schools-in widely scattered , remote, primitive one-room buildings-could hold neither the pupils nor teachers. There were not enough children finishing the grades to make maintaining a high school feasib le.

In 1949 the boarding high school plan was changed for one devoted to educat ing younger children . A consolidated school re­placed one room school houses in a 10 mile radius with familiar orange school buses laboring over the mountain road . Even the children who had to walk the three or fou r miles over mountain trails were eager to get to the attractive modern school room where an interested teacher and a good hot lunch awaited them. During this period in the de­velopment of Pine Mountain Settlement School many Alpha Sigma Tau Pledge Classes, as well as alumnae chapters assisted the educational program by provid­ing school and art supplies or cash contri­butions to be applied toward the purchase of playground and sewing equipment. Al­though the school was now affiliated with Berea College, the latter's function was supervisory only and the school was com­pletely dependent on its own resources, and contributions from fr iends to finance their programs.

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Pine Mountain Settlement School Environmental Education Center

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SETTLEMENT SCHOOL THROUGH THE YEARS

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Fun on the pl ayground- 1965

As time progressed changes were inevi­table. The elementary school district was again consolidated and the Pine Mountain facilities now serve the entire area as an Environmental Education Center. College classes are conducted for students inter­ested in the fundamentals of ecology and in the environment and culture of the southern Appalachian region . The center is intended to offer children , especially local children , a chance to study their environment as a sup­plement to their regular curriculum. It is open during the school year for a program of one- to five-day visits by grade school children with their teachers and any parents able to come along .

Alpha Sigma Tau 's contributions during this period of development as an Ecology Center have been concentrated on library contributions. Each item purchased with Alpha Sigma Tau funds is identified with a bookplate, especially designed by Gwen Frostic , Alpha aluma, an artist who has pre­sented the flora and fauna of her native Michigan in poetry and picture through her beautiful block prints . In a recent letter Reverend Alvin Boggs, Director of the Pine Mountain Settlement School , says :

" If we had to explain in one sentence the past, present and future of this school , we should say that Pine Mountain 's purpose is to work with the people of our area, and try to realize opportun iti es not included in the scope of other agencies, publ ic or private. Every day is a new one, bringing calls for service, great and small. "

PENLAND SCHOOL OF HANDICRAFTS

The Penland School of Handicrafts was an outgrowth of the Appalachian School founded in Penland , North Carolina in 1914 by Rufus Morgan. A few years later he was joined by his sister, Lucy. Although born and raised in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, Lucy attended Central Michigan Normal School (now Central Michi­gan University) in Mt. Pleasant where she became a member of Beta Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau . Immediately following gradua­tion , Miss Lucy returned to North Carolina where she taught school while working to carry out the desires of her brother to revive and perpetuate the mountain arts and crafts .

As a result of her determined efforts the

Penland Weavers and Potters came into ex­istence, founded and directed by Lucy Mor­gan for 42 years. In order to receive some federal funds it was necessary to provide a central weaving place where the weavers could meet and receive instruction. The weavers and their husbands contributed logs, labor and a little cash to construct the " Weaving Cabin " which became the central meeting place for more than 60 women from the neighborhood and surrounding com­munit ies. With the additional financial aid the surrounding community flourished until the depression. To solve this problem, de­termined Miss Lucy had a small log cabin

Miss Lucy Morgan. Beta Penl and School of Handicrafts

built on a truck which carried the large sur­plus stock of woven goods to the Century of Progress in Chicago in 1933. This turned out to be the only exhibit from North Caro­lina at the World 's Fair. From this com­munity project developed the Penland School of Crafts described in 1963 as the largest school in the United States devoted exclusively to the teaching of crafts . The school has become internationally known through a student exchange program . One of the early dormitory build ings , The Pines, houses one room furnished by Alpha Sigma Tau contributions appropriately named the AST room .

Miss Lucy has received many awards and tributes, among them a Doctor of Humani­ties:

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DOCTOR OF HUMANITIES

" Miss Lucy C. Morgan, Founder and Di­rector of the Penland School of Handicrafts in Penland , North Carolina, returns to be honored by her Alma Mater from which she received her Life Certificate in 1915.

"The infectious enthusiasm of Lucy C. Morgan 's unique personality and her bound­less faith in the rightness of her under­takings have drawn about her an ever­growing group of co-workers, many of whom have enlisted in the Penland project, " each for the joy of the working ." Witth their help and the generous financial assistance won by the very practicality and success of her plans, Lucy C. Morgan has built an inst i­tution the influence of which , reaching through this country and into foreign lands, has won the acclaim of journals like THE COUNTRY GENTLEMAN, HOUSE BEAUTI­FUL, and HOLIDAY, and has been enthusi­astically described in such books as Shep­pard 's CABINS IN THE LAUREL, and Peattie 's THE GREAT SMOKIES and THE BLUE RIDGE.

" Lucy C. Morgan was one of the founders of the Southern Highland Handicraft Guild . A few years ago she was made an honorary member of Delta Kappa Gamma, a national organization of educators. In 1948 she was given the Ada A. Norton Award by the na­tional collegiate sorority, Alpha Sigma Tau , as "The Alumna of the Year" for her note­worthy achievements . In 1948 she was ap­pointed by the War Department to serve as one of three judges of a World-Wide Crafts Contest in the Pentagon Building , to judge crafts done in hobby shops of the Army throughout the world.

"This gracious lady's youthful dream of helping to beautify and enrich the lives of her mountain neighbors has not only been realized , but it had led her on into far wider circles of usefulness. Her essentially human and humane personality and her out­standing achievements in her chosen f ield of education mark her as one of Central 's most noteworthy alumnae."

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C. L. Anspach President, Central Michigan Col lege of Education June 16, 1951 , Mount Pleasant, Mich igan

Some of Miss Lucy's personal messages from the Beta Chapter Newsletters probably best portray her dynamic personality. Fol­lowing her appearance as the featured speaker at the 1946 Convention in Cincin­nati , Miss Lucy wrote:

" Dear Betas, " Where were you during the Cincinnati

Convention? Imagine my thrill when I got a letter from our National President asking me to go to the convention and tell the girls about Penland . ..

"The banquet was beaut iful and the candlelight ceremony brought memories of my own in itiat ion which I remember think ing was the most beaut iful service I had ever seen .

" I missed you sorely but I was right proud of our sorority, for, even w ithout you , it was an impressive group. I liked their humor and gaiety and I l iked very much the breadth of vision and the eagerness to serve beyond the bounds of the college campus. It was my first sorority meeting in th irty-one years.

" Do you know that we are having an Alpha Sigma Tau Room at Penland? It is in our new stone building that replaces the one that was destroyed by fire. The fi rst floor is dining room , kitchen and lounge and the second and th ird are sleeping quarters.

"Two rooms have been given in memory of young men who lost their l ives in the serv ice of their country. One room is being given by Alpha Sigma Tau . We call this bu ilding the Pines because of the white pine t rees back of the house .. .

" Fraternal ly, Lucy Morgan"

In 1952 Miss Lucy wrote : " Yesterday was a big day for me and Pen­

land. I had read my mail and was in the swing of answer ing letters when who should come into the office but Gretchen Gaffney, her husband, and Mae Fraser. (Gretchen and Mae were both members of Beta Chap­ter, Gretchen serving as Alumnae Repre­sentat ive for many years.)

" I very proudly took my guests over the school to see what was go ing on . .. We came back to the Pines and I was proud to be abl~ to show the g irls the best looking room 1n all our dormito ries wh ich is the Alpha Sigma Tau room. A ll in all it is so att ract ive that we have been asked any t imes

how it happens that one of our bedrooms is so much more beautifully furnished than any of the others."

Although Miss Lucy has been retired for many years her perseverance and deter­mination to serve her community have re­sulted in a well established internationally known school of crafts. Penland is presently under the direction of Mr. William Brown who, with his gracious wife, appeared at the 1964 Convention in Detroit with slides and beautifully crafted clay bells inscribed AST, as convention favors for each attendant.

AMERICAN INDIAN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

At the 1960 convention an American In­dian Scholarship Program was adopted as a national philanthropic project. The purpose was to provide financial aid through scholar­ship grants to American Indian College stu­dents promoting higher education among American Indians. On recommendation from the Southwestern Association on Indian affairs several American Indian students re­ceived scholarships through Alpha Sigma Tau enabling them to complete their college education and return home to teach among their own people.

PINEY WOODS SCHOOL

Since all of our early alumnae and national officers were educators it was natural that our national philanthropic projects be di­rected to children and their education . When Mary Alice Peterson, National President, received a copy of a newspaper from Piney Woods School in Mississippi she was in­trigued by the list of current needs which included a request for mules. The school had been established in 1910 for backwoods Negro children by Lawrence Jones, known as "The Little Professor of Piney Woods. " In response to her request to consider such a gift, the National Council , in 1961 , approved this unusual and imaginative contribution and presented to Piney Woods , one half of a team of mules.

See Anchor-Spring, 1961 p. 3.) Professor Jones' acknowledgment of the

gift included this message:

"Plant Patience in the garden of thy soul. The roots are bitter, but the fruit is sweet. And when at last it stands a tree

complete , Beneath its tender shade, The burning heat and burdens of the day

will lose control . .. Plant Patience in the garden of thy soul. "

"There are more good peop le in the world than we think there are."

PROGRAM FOR EMOTIONALLY DISTURBED CHILDREN

Since 1971 Alpha Sigma Tau 's national and local social service programs have been dedicated to the education and/ or training of emotionally disturbed children. A scholar­ship is awarded annually to a graduate student in that field from national funds. Alumnae and collegiate chapters support local charitable projects for emotionally disturbed children , depending on individual community needs. Support may take the form of service, financial aid , or material and equipment to patient care facilities and agencies. Chapters also sell Chr istmas cards and stationary for the Michigan As­sociation for Emotionally Disturbed Ch il­dren to assist in their annual fund raising effort. For its 75th Anniversary, Alpha Sigma Tau co-sponsored a 60 second TV spot educat ional announcement showing how emotionally distu rbed children can be helped.

The following young people have received a $500 graduate scholarship from National social service funds:

1971-Mary K. Diskin , University of Detroit 1972-Lydia Soifer, Penn State (Lydia is a

Past President of Alpha Omega chapter)

1973-Mary El izabeth Burns , University of Michigan

1975-Vicki Ann Leonard , Unversity of Michigan

1975-Paul Beare, University of Missouri (Paul is the youngest son of Virginia Herron Beare, Pi and St. Louis Alumnae Chapter, Alpha Sigma Tau)

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Chapter 29

A Time To Accomplish •.• Collegiate Chapters 1950-1962

Alpha Lambda .. ... .... . 1953 Alpha Zeta ... . .. . ..... . 1958 Alpha Eta ............... 1959 Alpha Theta ..... . . . . .... 1959

ALPHA LAMBDA CHAPTER Radford Col lege, Radford , Virgin ia Installed January 17, 1953

Radford College was opened in 1913 as the State Normal and Industrial School for Women. In 1924 the name was changed to State Teachers College ; in 1944 it was con­solidated with Virginia Polytechnic Institute and the name changed to Radford College, the Women 's Division of V.P.I. Both colleges grew so rap idly, and the need for increased curriculum offerings was so evident that the General Assembly, in 1964, ended the affiliation . Radford College again became an independent college with its own Board of Visitors. The college is rich in history and tradition and until 1972, when it became co-educational, had the distinction of being the largest women 's college in the east and the second largest in the nation.

On the th irteenth of October, 1939, a local sorority known as Lambda Sigma Pi was organ ized , the second to be established on the Radford campus. Yellow and green were the local sorority colors , and the yellow tea rose was the flower. Miss Blanche Daniel became sponsor at the t ime of organization and has fondly been called " Mommie" by all Lambdas. There were 13 charter mem­bers. In the spring of 1952 Lambda Sigma Pi petitioned Alpha Sigma Tau for nationaliza­tion . Upon acceptance of the petition the installation was set for the weekend of

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Alpha Omega ....... . ... 1960 Alpha Iota ............ .. 1960 Alpha Kappa . ...... . ... . 1961 Alpha Mu .. . .. . ......... 1962 Alpha Nu . ........... .. . 1962

January 16, 1953. After a meeting with Margaret Macdonald , National Treasurer, Lucile Steen , President of the Eastern Dis­trict and Janet Calfee, President of the Southern District, other visitors and partici­pants were welcomed . Colleg iates from chapters at Longwood (Zeta Tau) , Marshall (Chi) , Mad ison (Psi) , and Concord (Omi­cron) , Colleges and alumnae from Princeton , West Virgin ia arrived.

Meetings were held with chapter officers followed by an informal get-together with all visitors, nat ional officers and Alpha Lambda pledges . On the following morning, January 17, twenty-one members of Lambda Sigma Pi became charter members of Alpha Lambda Chapter. The newly installed group enter­tained all nat ional off icers, visitors, members of other sororit ies on campus and faculty members at a tea on Saturday afternoon . The occasion was cl imaxed on Saturday even ing with a Formal Banquet at which time Miss Janet Calfee presented the Alpha Sigma Tau Charter to Miss Ann Byerle, Chapter President.

Alpha Lambda has continued to thrive as an active contribut ing chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau since 1953, several of the ir alum­nae serving in a nat ional capac ity : Barbara Gallant , National Scholarsh ip Awards Chair­man 1970-1973; Cheri Johnson Moran •. Na­tional Scholarship Chairman since 1973; Jennie Teass Allman , National Exam inat ions Chairman, 1971-1973; Beth James, District President Epsilon District, 1974.

ALPHA ZETA CHAPTER Queens College, Flushing, Long Island, N.Y. Installed, June 21, 1958

Queens College, founded in 1937, is located on a 76 acre campus in Flushing, Long Island, New York. Since its founding the college has kept pace with educational history. Originally, its criterion for admission was scholastic: the College offered a free liberal arts education to eligible young men and women who lived in the city it served. Now, under its Open Admissions policy, the City University of New York, of which the College has been a part since the Univer­sity's founding in 1961, is offering the oppor­tunity of free higher education to all who live in the city and have received a high­school diploma or the equivalent in June 1970 or later. The college, which opened with 400 students, now has an enrollment of 7,000 in the School of General Studies and over 4,200 in the Graduate Division.

Alpha Zeta Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau came into official being on the evening of June 21, 1958 at which time twenty-eight collegiates were formally initiated and the Chapter was presented with its charter. The initiation, conducted by the National Presi­dent, Mrs. Earl Peterson , was preceded by a formal dinner at the Statler Hilton Hotel in New York City.

Prior to petitioning Alpha Sigma Tau these girls had belonged to two local sororities­Beta Gamma Phi and Epsilon Phi Sigma-at Queens College of the City of New York. Lucile Steen , National Vice President had conducted the Pledge Services a few weeks earlier and she, with Mary Louise Doyle, National Chaplain , Emily Reedy, National Examinations Chairman, Margaret Macdon­ald , National Treasurer, and Carolyn Alex­ander, Executive Secretary, assisted Mrs. Peterson with the Formal Initiation.

After ten years of active participation in campus and national affairs, the chapter found itself in competition with eleven other sororities. Lack of Panhellenic guidance and the introduction of lower cost House Plans , which functioned like Greek letter groups, made it impossible for the Alpha Zeta col­legiates to maintain a large enough chapter to survive. It was with regret , therefore, that the chapter charter was returned to national and the group was declared officially in­active on September 1, 1970.

ALPHA ETA CHAPTER Alma College , Alma , Michigan Installed May 13, 1959

Assisted by collegiates and alumnae from Flint and Mt. Pleasant, Michigan , Mrs. Earl F. Peterson installed the Alpha Eta Chapter at Alma College on May 13, 1959. Sixteen members and two advisers formed the char­ter group of the first national so rority on Alma's campus.

Robert D. Swanson , President of the college, welcomed the group with the follow­ing message:

"Alma College is very pleased and honored to welcome the Alpha Eta Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau Sorori ty to our campus. We are very pleased that the first national sorority of our campus community should be a chapter from Alpha Sigma Tau . All of our negotiations and contacts with your national and area representatives were of the very finest order and we bel ieve that they are harbingers of what will prove to be a fruitful and pleasant relationship."

The relationship did continue to be cordial and fruitful for the Sorority and the College for the next ten years. However, at the end of 1970, with no other national sororities on campus, Alpha Eta requested local status, feeling they could better com­pete with the other two local groups on campus. After much correspondence and discussion the Charter was off icially w ith­drawn on November 15, 1971.

ALPHA THETA CHAPTER The University of Detroit , Detroit , Michigan Installed May 17, 1959

The University of Detroit began its educa­tional work in 1877 as Detroit College. The University 's forerunner was incorporated on April 27, 1881 according to the laws of the State of Mich igan with the power to grant literary honors and confer degrees. Reor­ganized in 1911 , it was renamed the Un iver­sity of Detroit and various units were added in rapid succession. The Un iversity of Detroit is now the largest independent university in the State of Michigan and looks forward to celebrating its centennial year during 1976-77.

The University 's cooperative educat ion program gives more than 2,000 University of Detroit students annual on-the-job experi-

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ence alternated with their classroom work in liberal arts, business , engineering and architectural fields .

Alpha Sigma Tau became a part of the University of Detroit campus on May 17, 1959 when Alpha Theta Chapter received a Charter from Mary Alice Peterson, National President. Following the Installation Banquet at the Whittier Hotel , fifteen collegiate mem­bers and Julie Espinosa, Faculty Adviser were initiated. Father Celestin J. Steiner, President of the University of Detroit, gave a welcoming address following the theme of thoughtfulness. He pointed out to new members the loyalty which was evidenced by the presence of many alumnae who still served the sorority faithfully . The installation ceremonies were attended by several na­tional officers and many members of the Detroit Alumnae Chapter.

Nancy Patten Danko, initiate of Alpha Theta Chapter served as National Editor from 1967 to 1972.

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ALPHA OMEGA CHAPTER Brooklyn College, Brooklyn , New York Installed January 31 , 1960

On a Sunday morning, January 31 , 1960, twenty members of Sigma Tau Delta, local sorority on the Brooklyn College campus, were initiated into Alpha Sigma Tau as the Alpha Omega Chapter. Five addit ional mem­bers and eighteen pledges were initiated two weeks later.

The chapter was installed by Mrs. Lucile Steen , District President, assisted by Mrs. Mary Louise Doyle, National Chaplain ; Miss Emily Reedy, National Examinations Chair­man ; and several members of Alpha Zeta Chapter. Joan Leavy, President of the Queens College Chapter, conducted the impressive Candlel ighting Ceremony.

This chapter, like Alpha Zeta at Queens, found the lack of Panhellenic guidance and development of House Plans on campus in­surmountable obstacles and in May, 1972, the charter was withd rawn.

ALPHA IOTA CHAPTER Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York Installed April23, 1960

The week-end of April 23 was long antici­pated by the prospective sisters of Alpha Iota Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau . Early Saturday morning 33 pledges were init iated at the chapter house. Later that day the Cavalier Room of the Hotel Syracuse was the setting for the Installat ion Dinner. Mrs. Earl Peterson , National President, who had conducted the formal initiation , presented the Chapter Charter to Enid Young , Chapter President. In addit ion to tradit ional gifts , scholarship awards were presented to Isabel Finke and Gae Freeman for maintain ing a straight A average ; scholarship cups to Susan Amdur and Phyllis Karpf for the highest pledge average. The dinner was climaxed by the traditional Candlelighting Ceremony. In honor of the occasion the newly initiated Alpha Iotas entertained housemothers and members of other soror­it ies and fratern ities at a tea at the chapter house.

After eleven years of act ive part icipat ion , ach ieving many scholast ic honors both on the Syracuse campus and in compet it ion with other chapters of Alpha Sigma Tau,

the collegiate members found it increasingly difficult to maintain the house and other financial obligations. The charter was with­drawn in June, 1971 .

ALPHA KAPPA CHAPTER Marietta College, Marietta, Ohio Installed January 28, 1961

Marietta College evolved gradually from Muskingum Academy, established in 1797 by the pioneers of the Ohio Company who founded the City of Marietta only nine years before.

The settlers, many of them officers in Washington's Revolutionary Army, came from New England to colonize the first organized municipality in the Northwest Territory under the terms of the Ord inance of 1787. Muskingum Academy, established as part of the municipality, was succeeded in 1830 by the Institute of Education . By 1832 it was chartered and called the Marietta Collegiate Institute and Western Teachers Seminary. On February 14, 1835, the trustees of the Collegiate Institute re­ceived a new charter from the State of Ohio, carrying with it the permission to grant degrees, and a new name - "The Marietta College."

Although most of the College's founders were staunch Congregationalists who as­cribed the existence of Marietta College to " the leadings of Divine Providence," they purposely kept the College free of any denominationalism. This philosophy of com­plete religious independence has been sus­tained and fostered since the founding. Books always came before bricks. Marietta's library was early rated a superior one and remained so even when little was accom­plished with the physical plant. The College's Gamma Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa was established in 1860, the third chapter in Ohio and the 16th in the nation . For many years the Marietta student body has come from a very broad geographical spread . Two-thirds of Marietta's students come from outside Ohio. The alumni have been proven intensely loyal and much of the college's progress can be directly attributed to that loyalty. Marietta's average alumni gift far exceeds the national figure .

On January 28, 1961, the members of Pi Gamma Theta were initiated as the Alpha

Kappa Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau, the fifth national sorority on the Marietta Coll ege Campus. On Friday evening , preceding the Formal Initiation , Mary Alice Peterson , Na­tional President met with all members in­formally to explain the week-end events. The following day 37 members were initiated ; four as alumnae and two patronesses. The Installation Banquet was held that evening at the lovely, picturesque Hotel Lafayette in Marietta. Ferne Phipps, National Housing Chairman served as Toastmistress and Eleanor Halas, National Music Chairman led the singing of the Sorority Grace. Sue Mc­Bee, National Standards Chairman and Ruth A. Wilcox, Dean of Women addressed the banquet ; Mrs. Peterson presented the Charter to Jacqueline Smith , Chapter Presi­dent. On Sunday morning the group attended the First Presbyterian Church of Marietta in a body. The week-end activities were con­cluded with a presentation tea at the sorority house attended by representatives of the various sorority and fraternity groups on campus.

Dean Wilcox spoke highly of the newly established group praising the ir contribu­tion to the campus and community. Alpha Kappa Chapter has continued to bring honor to both the campus and Alpha Sigma Tau . Barbara Trainer, '74 graduate , was Alpha Sigma Tau 's Chapter Counselor for the 1974-75 year.

ALPHA MU CHAPTER University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, Arkansas Installed May 5, 1962

Two years prior to their installat ion as Alpha Mu Chapter, Sigma Alpha Tau as a local sorority, worked toward membership in Alpha Sigma Tau . On May 5, 1962, Mary Alice Peterson , National President, formally initiated 18 Arkansas A&M coeds as charter members of the Alpha Mu Chapter. Assist ing Mrs. Peterson were Dr. Ada Jane Harvey, Professor Emeritus of the Foreign Language Department of Arkansas State Teachers College and National Program Chairman, with several Little Rock Alumnae.

After initiation and installation of officers a banquet was held at the Ridgeway Hotel in Monticello. Following several sho rt speeches, presentation of gifts , includ ing

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the Charter Fee presented by Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity, presentation of the Char­ter, the banquet closed with the traditional Candlelighting Service. The following day the members attended church in the morn­ing and were presented to the A&M Faculty and student body at an afternoon tea. Alpha Mu has continued to grow in number and stature.

ALPHA NU CHAPTER Central Missouri State University Warrensburg , Missouri Installed May 12, 1962

The Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg , Missouri , fifty miles southeast of Kansas City, was founded as a State Normal School in 1871 . It was accredited as a four year teachers college in 1915 and was officially recognized by the General Assembly as the Central Missouri State Teachers College in 1919. The scope of activities has continued to expand to meet the needs of the students in the geograph­ical area served and in 1972 Central Missouri received university status.

One week after the installation of Alpha Mu Chapter, Mrs. Peterson was in Warrens­burg , Missouri to install the Alpha Nu Colony on the Central Missouri State College campus. The formal initiation of twenty-five col legiate members and two facu lty advisers took place at the home of Mrs. T. Reed Maxson who had played an active part in organiz ing the Colony. Assisting Mrs. Peter­son were Mrs. John Simpson, President of the Fourth District and Mrs. William Vit, both of St. Louis ; Mrs. Frank Louk, Mrs.

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Harold Beemer, Mrs. Andrew Robertson, Mrs. Donald Massey, Mrs. Rice Brown and Mrs. Jane Sourbon, all of the Kansas City Alumnae Chapter; Mrs. Fred Griffith and her daughter Virginia Griffith Maxson, both Iota Alumnae living in Warrensburg .

In addition to the charter initiation, six new members were pledged and the new chapter officers installed. The Banquet Program which included the presentation of several gifts and the Chapter Charter was concluded with the Candlelighting Service conducted by Virginia Maxson. On Sunday the new chapter, accompanied by Mrs. Peterson , Mrs. Simpson, Mrs. Vit and Mrs. Maxson attended the Presbyterian Church worship in the morning, concluding the activ iti es with a campus reception in the afternoon.

Carol Trautwein Blazicek, Alpha Nu Alumna has served as National Collegiate Records Chairman and National Vice Presi­dent, (District President) of District V (Zeta). Gay Miller Willerton served as Alumnae Adviser from 1954 to 1964 and received one of the first Carrie W. Staehle Awards pre­sented in 1970 at the Toronto Convention . Sharon Eaton Richard has also served as Alumnae Adviser and devoted much time to the reactivation of the Kansas City Alumnae Chapter. She will serve as the Local Chair­man of the 1978 Convention scheduled in Kansas City.

The Chapter continued to progress for ten years at which time the membership dropped and the group was unable to compete with the seven national sororities on campus. The charter was withdrawn in June, 1973.

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St. Louis Alumnae Washington Alumnae Mrs. Leta E. Swisher Ulrich Miss Elizabeth Wilson St. Louis Alumnae Magdalena Y. Baker Mrs. Carol Trautwein Blazicek Mrs. Franklin P. Ace Mrs. Lois O'Dell Jim Paera Associates St. Louis Alumnae St. Louis Alumnae

IN MEMORY OF

George W. Welsh, D.D.S . Mrs. Emily Smith Adams LaVon Smith F erguson Mrs. Edna Messinger

Mrs. Dorothy Mirth Young Miss Rosemary Scholl Lois Brasier Charles F. R eed H elen D . Funkhouser Paera Ester Lanfersieck Adam Bouligny

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Mrs. James M. Smith (Morey A. Jones)

Miss Donna Sue Richardson Norfolk Area Alumnae Chapter Linda P ye, Bobbie Tanner ,

Carol Blazicek, Beth James Margaret MacDonald, Mary

Charles Ashby, Linda Pye, Bobbie Tanner, Carol Blazicek, Beth James

CONTRIBUTOR Lillian Stander Grieshammer

(Mrs. Ralph C.) J eanette Cody Adams

(Mrs. E. D .) Ruth E . H ershey J ean E . Hilhert Janet Lee Wiliiams Lovern

(Mrs. William B.) Lois Schweihart O'Dell

(Mrs. Robert) Roanoke Alumnae Chapter Katherine Lee Cassada Gay Nancy B. Conrovey Prince Georges Montgomery

County Alumnae Chapter Patricia Jean Page

ANCHOR

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Sigma Lambda Alpha Alpha

Zeta Tau

Lambda

Alpha Lambda Phi

P si

IN HONOR OF

Miss Amy J ean Greene

Sybil King Mrs. J ean B. Shields Thelma E ggleston

Sue McBee

CONTRIBUTOR D etroit III-

Alumnae Chapter Carolyn L. Vellos Sally H offman O'D ell H elen Phillips Brecheisen Sandra K . Bye rs Wanda Shelton Bradley Dolores M. Albrecht Julia Lookabill Oravecz H elen Graber Hundley Carol E. Parod Lindy Hollquist Steeves Bettie 0. J ohnson Phoebe Locke W eaver Carol D eMoss Falva Madeline Chapman

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Alpha Epsilon Omicron Iota Chi Omicron Pi Zeta Tau Iota Zeta Tau Alpha Epsilon Psi Zeta Alpha Omicron Nu

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CONTRIBUTOR CHAPTER H elen Garsline Hoffmeyer Alpha Lanie M . Kahrick Nu Chapter (Mrs. Raymond A.) Zeta Tau Patricia Di Stefa.no Omicron Lois Jaggers (Mrs. Clifford) Pi Lois Phillips Faison Alpha Louise Parelte Gooden Nancy Snead Chappell Alpha Lambda (Mrs. Richard) Upsilon

Zeta Tau Barbara McKnight Benham Psi Holly Woodford McDonald Carol Kauffman Kunsman Alpha Xi Joanne Bilello Kahane Alpha Omega Dorothy Hanson Downard Iota Martha Maitland Jackson Zeta Saundra Linkous Mrs. Parry F . Schippers Pi

(Mrs. John) Psi Vivian E. Morgan Patricia P eoples Smith Zeta (Mrs. Alan J.) Zeta Mrs. Ruth B. Lupetti Alpha Ann W . Chalmers Lambda

Cathy K eisinger Ebersbach Zeta Susan Hoggard Williams Alpha Lambda Susan Sullivan Kefover Zeta Mary Lou Robinson Simmons Alpha Lambda Cheryl L. Hilliard D elta Anna Margaret Young Ann Linneman Hargie Upsilon Rhodes (Mrs. Donald H .) Psi Treva H . Mills Iota Roberta M . Todd Zeta Alice Merkle Jones Alpha Alpha Donna Morgan Bisgrove Psi Jane C. Whitesell Carol Lahmann Cargill Alpha Xi

Barbara Guldin H einzer D elta (Mrs. Jay N .) Alpha Lambda Minnie Grove Fraser Gail S . Shackley Alpha Lambda

(Mrs. Donald M.) Beta Molly Briscoe Morris Iota JoAnn Coponi Benedrick Alpha Xi Beulah Asbury Davis Omicron

Grace Hosler Locke Beta Beta J eanine McKenzie Allen Zeta Tau Pamela M ethod Legg Mrs. Cathy Millard Schreiner Chi

F elicia J . Brown Alpha Lambda

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(Mrs. John A. Leg III) Alpha Alpha Mrs. Oscar P . Vitter Phi

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~ational 'Panhellenie Conferenee Session 'Dominated ~~~ Spirit of

'Unit~ and Optimism

Adapted from the report by Ruth Palmer, Alpha Delta Pi, in THE ADELPHEAN, Winter, 1976.

A deep spirit of unity and accomplish­ment characterized the 44th biennial meeting of the National Panhellenic Con­ference held at Mountain Shadows in Scottsdale, Arizona from October 26 to 29, 1975. Representatives of the 26 wom­en's fraternities which comprise the Con­ference demonstrated by their discussions and decisions that they were thinking of the good of the whole and were striving to help each other in solving any problems that might be encount-tered.

Significant, too, was the con­viction that the fraternity system is facing up to a realization of the complex­ity of today's campus and is striving successfully to move with the times. Note­worthy, also, was a mood of optimism as the Conference considered the work of the last two years and the promis­ing outlook for the new two-year period. The upsurge in membership was especially gratifying while the success of determined and uni­fied efforts as exemplified by the guide­lines of Title IX brought a feeling of deep thankfulness.

The role of National Panhellenic Con­ference throughout its many years of activity has been a leading one in educa­tional circles but this biennium seemed to point the way to even greater achieve­ment. The Conference composed of mem­ber women's fraternities each of which is autonomous as a social Greek letter society for college women, is established

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to foster interfraternity relat ionships, to assist collegiate chapters of NPC member groups, and to cooperate with colleges and universities in maintaining the high­est scholastic and social standards. Each of the 26 member groups sends a delegate and alternates to the biennial meeting. All of these delegates and alternates serve throughout a biennium on various com­mittees so their contributions and ser­vices are manifold.

Alpha Sigma Tau was represented by Mrs. Thomas J. King, Jr., National Presi­dent and Mrs. Donald Rhodes, alternate

delegate. Mary Louise Doyle, of­ficial delegate was unable to at ­

tend the Conference because of illness. Anna Margaret

Rhodes presented the opening session Invoca­

tion, written by Mary Louise.

Following the reports of all standing committees, the report of Virginia Jacobsen, Chairman of NPC for the

1973-1975 biennium was given. She paid special tribute

to the work of the College and City Panhellenics Commitees. Al­

pha Sigma Tau's delegate and alternates serve on these committees: Mary Louise Doyle and Elizabeth Wilson on the City, Sybil King and Anna Margaret Rhodes on the College Panhellenics Committees.

The College Panhellenics Committee reported an increasing interest in fra­ternity membership developing across the country, more campuses opening to new chapters, some for the first time. This re­quires an orderly entrance upon the campus by groups interested in coloniza­tion and the establishment of good Pan­hellenics on those campuses. In the last

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few years this committee has published a newsletter "PH Factor" with ideas and news of special interest to College Pan­hellenics which is proving valuable to the collegians and those who work with them.

Prior to the opening of the conference, meetings were held by the standing com­mittees to evaluate their activities, plan for the next biennium, and to indoctrinate new members of each committee. At all free times during the conference, dis­cussion groups were set up to consider questions relating to specific campuses regarding housing, campus changes and confusion arising from the cluster or con­sortium system for cooperating campuses. Since each fraternity represented on the campus is present at these meetings situations can be discussed, understood, and agreements reached.

The banquet address was given by Dr. Virginia Y. Trotter, Alpha Delta Pi, As­sistant Secretary for Education, Depart­ment of Health, Education and Welfare. Her topic "Partners in Progress" em­phasized that sororities and education can interact and influence the lifelong development of women. She stated:

" I firmly believe in the goals and ideals of sororities and in the invaluable contribution they make to the develop­ment of our young women. I am equally confident in my belief in the ability of this National Panhellenic Conference to transmit enthusiasm, energy and a sense of dedication which so embody the sorority concept to upcoming gen­erations of women." The new officers of the Conference were

introduced at the closing business session. Assuming the chairmanship for her fra -ternity, Delta Zeta, is Mrs. Robert L. McKeeman, former secretary. Mrs. W. F.

Doris Wetter , Kathleen Potter. Sybil King. Anna Margaret Rhodes. NPC Banquet, Scottsdale , Ari ­zona . 1975 .

Williamson Jr., Phi Mu, who has been serving as treasurer, is the new secretary and Miss Minnie Mae Prescott, Kappa Delta, joins the executive committee as treasurer.

While the Conference had a busy schedule and long hours were devoted to official business, several groups enter­tained for their retiring officers in attend­ance at the meeting.

To any observer, the cooperative spirit, the dedication and the untiring efforts of the delegates and alternates to National Panhellenic Conference are an explana­tion of the consistent growth and strength of fraternity on today's campus. Con­tinued efforts of this type will assure fra­ternity of another two hundred years of good health and strength.

Conference Delegates, NPC . Scottsdale, Arizona . October 26-29 , 1975.

JANE ENGELBRECHT, Beta, Central Michigan Univer­sity, Business Administrat ion Junior ; Cum . AV . 3.85; Treasurer , Advisory Board, Greek Week Secretary , Parent's Day Committee, Rush Chai rman; CMU Inter­collegiate Volley Ball Team; Alpha Lambda Delta, Sigma Iota Epsilon, Alpha Phi Honor Fraternities ; 4.0 Scholarship Cup. Chapter endorsement: Jane was selected for academic achievement, service to so rority and campus, and exhibition of the true meaning of sisterhood through her personality , thoughtfulness and acceptance of responsibilities .

DEBORAH M . CARTER , Zeta Tau, Longwood College, Elementary Education Senior, Cum. Av . 3.5; Pledge Class President, Standards Committee Chairman, Founders Day Co-Chairman, Recording Secretary , Presi­dent Sophomore Class , Associate Producer, Producer , Hostess of Longwood Pageant Productions, Junior Ring Committee, Sophomore May Day Representative. Okto­berfest Committee, Longwood College Counci l , Organi­zation and Evaluat ions Committee, Sophomore Road­show, Auction and Weekend Committees; Who 's Who in American Co lleges and Universities, Arc Award , Kappa Delta Pi . Chapter endorsement: Debbi e has contributed much to sorority and Longwood College; is a very responsibl e and well-rounded person; is always helpful and friendly .

KATHY ANN RIEGEL, Theta, Wayne State Unive rsity, Parks and Recreation, Senior. Cum . Av . 2.8; Sorority Growth and Developm ent, Soc ial Service and Pl edge Chairman. Vice President , Cu stodi an, Chaplain , Hous­ing Director; member of Parks and Rec rea tion and Ski Club at WSU, CYO Summer Pl ayg round Prog ram. Chapter endorsement: In three years of service to Theta Chapter, Kathy always made time for all activi ­ties and as pledge mom brought fantas ti c pl edges.

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TERRI L. SOCHOR , Delta . Ind iana University of Pennsyl­vania, Math Educa tion Senior, Cum . Av. 3.2; P H Rush Counselor, Rush Chai rman; member Derby Day, Home­comi ng, Greek Sing , State Day University Weekend , Founders Day Committees ; Mathematics Club. Na ­tional Council of Teachers of Mathematics , Pennsyl­vania Council of Teachers of Mathematics; Kappa Mu Epsil on, mathematics honor society, Kappa Delta Pi . Dea n's List ; United Methodist Church Kg . teacher , majority member of Internationa l Order of Rainbows for Girls, volleyball and basketball intermurals . Chapter endorsement: Terri is an essen ti al part of our chapter both in th e help and ass istance she is willing to give and in teaching the true meaning of 'Sisterhood. '

JANICE TODD , Zeta, Lock Have n State College , Health , Physica l Educa ti on and Recreation Senior, Cum . Av . 2.8; Housi ng Director, Projec t Chairman. Homecoming Sweetheart candidate, Pledge Trainer. Greek Aqua Capers coach for AST, Constitution Revision Commit­tee College P H Counci l ; Physical Education Majors Club , Phi Mu Delta Dance Marathon champion couple, Bas ketba ll , Hockey, Soccer and Volleyball lntermurals . Chapter endorsement : "Toddy" who carries a heavy academic load, still has time to do well in school and sorority work . She is a valuab le and dedicated sister.

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CONNIE BRI NKLEY, Iota. Emporia Kansas State Col · lege , Business Education Senior; Cum . Av. 3.23; Presi­dent, Rush Chairman , Advisory Board , Executive Council, lntramurals ; Phi Beta Lambda Business Fra­ternity , National Business Education Associat ion, Young Collegiate Republicans , SPURS Executive Coun· cil, Cardinal Key Chaplain , Who 's Who in American Colleges and Universities , Delta Sigma Social Chair· man and President , White Rose Queen and Blue Key Darling candidate. Chapter endorsement: Connie has probably given more time and devotion to AST than many sisters combined; has served the sorority , campus and community well.

MARIAN E. COVEY , Omicron , Concord College , Home Economics Senior, Cum . Av . 3.85 ; President, Chaplain , Recording Secretary , District Day Chai rman, Executive Council, Social Service Committee; President and Con­vention Delegate of Kappa Omicron , Phi , Home Eco­nomics honor society, Kappa Delta Pi, Cardinal, Treas­urer Cardinal Key; AST Outstanding Junior, Who's Who nominee. Chapter endorsement: Marian excels all around and is a great person to know . She can smooth over the rough spots and make the happy times last.

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SHAUNA l. ANDREWS , Rho , Southeastern Okl ahoma State University, Chemistry Junior; Cum . Av. 3.3.; Out· standing Pledge, Pledge President, Treasurer, Scholar­ship Award , Homecoming Queen Candidate , President; Student Faculty Forum Secretary , President Student Senate, leadership Conference Recorder and Leader. American Chemical Society, Computer Science Club , Student Secretary in Vice President's Office , Savaget · tes, President's Club . Young Democrats , Panhellenic , State Student Council Workshop Director , Bible School Teacher, Dean 's Honor Roll. One of Ten Pretty Girls on Campus . Cheerleader, Junior Class President, Car­dinal Key Award , December '75 Cal endar Girl of the Year. Chapter endorsement: Shauna's outstanding personality and charm , scholastic achievements and leadership ability make her tops .

JOAN HUG, Upsilon , Un iversity of Central Arkansas , Marketing Senior, Cum . Av . 3.3; Ritual Chairman, President; Secretary-Treasurer Marketing Club . Home Economics Club ; Gamma Beta Phi and Alpha Chi scholastic honor societies . Chapter endorsement: Joan is an outstanding leader, has the respect and lo e of her sorority sisters, is always available to any mem­ber or pledge in her time of happiness and sorrow.

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VICKIE ANN REYNOLDS, Phi, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hi story Senior, Cum Av . 3.5; President, Recordi ng Secretary, Treasurer, Custodi an, Housing Di rector , Courtesy Chairman, Convention Delegate; Vice President and Secretary of Roses of Sigma Tau Gamma, Vice President Phi Alpha Theta , history honor society, SLU Lionettes Dance Team, Student Activiti es Board ; Who's Who , Th irteen Club , SLU Honor Society , Honors Convocation. Chapter endorsement : Vickie embodies the real spirit that exists in Phi Chapter. She is involved in many campus organizations, sorority and her sisters .

SUSAN TABLER ZIGLER , Chi, Shepherd College , Ele­mentary Education, Cum . Av . 2.9 ; Secretary and Presi ­dent of College Panhellenic, Music Chairman , Treas­urer, Homecoming Booth, Slumber Party, Rush, Banquet and Nominating Committees ; Shepherd College Band , Choir, Order of Eastern Star, American Legion Aux­iliary, Sunday School Teacher , 4H Leader; Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities, Dea n's Li st.

SHERRY JEAN TRAVER, Psi, Madison College, Speech Pathology Senior, Cum . Av . 2.75; Greek Sing Director, Music Chairman, Pledge Master, Distri ct Day Com­mittee, Chairman PH Council, Queen Candidate '74 Convention, Founders Day Committee ; Intramural Sports, Resident Advisor, Sigma Alpha Eta, House Council , Booster Club , Selection of Who 's Who and Homecoming Queen Committees, Volun teer Deaf Pro­gram Western State Hospital ; Dean's List, Gamma

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Gamma, Sigma Alpha Eta Speech Pathology honor so­ciety . Chapter endorsement: Sherr y's ac tivities are performed with utmost effectiveness . Her contributions to Alpha Sigma Tau, the campus, the community and the Madi son College PH system clearly exemplify her consc ientiousness.

LESLIE JANE HUGHES, Alpha Gamma . Henderson State University , Management and Marketing. Cum Av . 2.8; President, Social Service Chairman , Assistant Pl edge Trainer; Student Government Association Treasurer, Student Activities Board Treasurer, Phi Beta Lambda Treasurer, P.E.O. Sisterhood , Heart and Key Service Organization, Who's Who Among Students in American Universit ies and Colleges. Chapter endorsement: Janie best fits the guidelines for a Top Tau from all the members in our chapte r as well as any member from any chapter.

JACQUELIN ANN LARSON, Alpha Eps ilon, Western Illinois University, Art Studio Senior , Cum Av . 3.279 ; Soci al Service Chairman. Hi storian. Pledge Trainer. Vice President, Homecoming Committee . Parents Week­end Committee Chai rman , Senior Bond Giver, Founders Day Committee, College PH Executive Board and Special Events Chairman , Student Ori entation Board . Welcome Week for New Students Committee, Home­coming Nominee , Watermelon Festival Co-Cha irman , Greek Week Co-Chairman, Westerfins Waterballet Club, Art Exhibi tor at WIU and other schools; Mortar Board, PH Schol arship Award , Who 's Who in American Colleges and Unive rsiti es, PH Woman of the Year Can­didate . Chapter endorsement: Besides being an excel­lent example of the kind of girl A lpha Sigma Taus strive to be , Jackie has represented our sorority as an outstanding scholar , PH officer and campus per­sonality. She has maintai ned the high idea ls of AST and been a sister we could count on for sincerity , friendship and always a lending hand.

JUDITH BURRELL, Alpha Kappa, Marietta College , Mod­ern Languages Sen ior , Cum . Av. 2.973 ; Activ it ies Chair­man , Editor, Corresponding Secretary , House President, Publicity Chairman AST ; College Newspaper reporter and managei ng Editor, Yearbook lay-out staff and Editor in Chief, International Students Club , Ski Club, French Club, Jun ior year in Madrid , Spain; Pi Delta Eps i lon Journalism honorary , Secretary, Dean 's List 3 years. Chapter endorsement: Judith ranks at the top of a few yet very important avenues of publication and is well known on campus .

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DEBBIE FADELY , Alpha Lambda. Radford College , So­cial Work Senior , Cum . Av . 2.48; Pledge Class Chap­lain, Courtesy a~d Ritual Chairman . Fr iendship and Cand lelight mistress. PH Greek Week Committee. District Day Committee. community soci al service act ivities such as v isiting nursing homes, Easter Seal Telethon, Headstart, March of Dimes Walkathon, fund raising projects for AST; Goodwill Dri ve, Treasurer Boosters Club , Young Republicans, President House Council, Inter-resident House Council, House Council Floor Representative . National Association of Social Workers. Student-Faculty Curriculum Committee . Traf­fic Committee . Work Bureau of Teaching Materials. Chapter endorsement: Debbie deserves Top Tau be­cause of her outstand ing participation and devotion to Alpha Lambda. The award is we ll deserved since she has, in the past. gone without recognition.

DIANE FORD BARRETT, Alpha Mu , University of Arkan­sas at Monticello , English Senior. Cum . Av . 3.64; Chapter Hi stor ian , Program Chairman Music Chairman , Panhellenic Delegate; Vi ce President, PH Council. Homecomi ng Maid, College lntramurals , Student NEA , Alpha Chi honor society ; A cademic Scholarship , Who 's Who in American Co ll eges and Univers iti es, Bes t Mem­ber Award (Pl edge), Best Member Award (Initiated). Chapter endorsement: Di ane expresses leadership and guidance . She has exce ll ed in all her academic en­deavors, has represented the Taus well on campus and Is respected by students and faculty alike.

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RACHAEL A. LUSZCZEK , Alpha Xi. Mansfield State College , Special Education Senior , Cum . Av. 3.21; Pledge Class Chaplain , Membership Chairman , Rush Co-chairman, President, Panorama. Float, '74 Conven­tion Delegate; PH Council, P.S.E.A ., Intramural Volley­ball, Ski Club , Council for Exceptional Children; Dean's List , Convention Queen Candidate . Chapter endorse­ment: Rachel is a well-rounded individual , not only in the sorority, but in her major field of study. She can be depended upon to support what she believes in and is not afraid to express her opinions.

KAY E. BAILEY , Alpha Omicron, Clarion State College , Business Administration-Marketing Senior , Cum . Av . 3.20; Pledge Class Chaplain , Pledge Mistress , Housing Director , Vi ce President , Executive Board , Greek Olym­pics , Greek Sing participant , accompanist. director. Committee Chairman Summer Picnic, Founders Day , Christmas Semi-Formal, Yellow Rose Formal , Member Traditions, Nominations Committees ; Treasurer Ameri­can Marketing Association . member National A .M.A ., Marching Band , Concert Band , Symphonic Band, Stu­dent Alumni Association ; Tau Beta Sigma honorary band society, Omicron Delta Epsilon . honorary eco­nomics fraternity, prospective member Phi Beta Alpha . honorary business fraternity, Dean 's List . one of 4 students selected to participate in pilot work-study pro­gram, working part time in a bank . Chapter endorse­ment : Alpha Omicron nominated Kay because of her scholarship record, extracurricular activities, and de­votion to Alpha Sigma Tau.

CHERYL McDONALD, Alpha Pi, Slippery Rock State College , Special Educat ion Senior , Cum. Av. 3.6; His­torian , Pledge Trainer, Standards Committee; President; Freshman Orientation and Travel Programming Com­mittees. Acapulco Tour Conductor, Council for Excep­tional Children. camp and school work with exceptional children, participant and organizer Leadership Work­shops ; Kappa Delta Pi , Lambda Epsilon Delta, educa­tional honoraries, Who 's Who Among Students in American Colleges, Outstanding Sorority Sister '74-75. Chapter endorsement: Cheryl is always consulted about problems and respected for her advice . She has brought the organization out of a very rough period into some very promising times with her undying patience . loyalty , and understanding . Cheryl will always be Top Tau in the hearts of the Alpha Pi Chapter .

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CYNTHIA COFFEY, Alpha Sigma, Northeast Missouri State Uni versity, Speech Pathology Senior. Cum. Av . 3.05; Recordi ng Secretary member Pl edge, Financial, Formal and Music Committees. Chaplain. Rush Coun­selor, Social Service Chairman; Speech Pathology Or­ganization, PH Council Treasurer , N E Mo. Special Olympi cs Planning Committee. Par ish Experience Pro­gram Intern summer '75 , Administrative Youth Delegate to United Methodist Church Board; Alpha Pi Sigma na­tional honora ry. Chapter endorsement: As a sister and in the service of Alpha Sigma Tau , Cynthia has effic ient­ly and effectively completed any duties given her with­out a complaint. She is reliab le. and besides being a good sister, she is a good friend to her sisters.

ANNE l. McHORNEY, Beta Beta , Widener College , English Junior. Cum. Av. 3.44; President, Rush Chair­man, Corresponding Secretary; International Club, Alpha Psi Omega Theatre Fraternity, Alpha Chi Na­tional Honor Fraternity , English major in pre-law pro­gram; top tenth of c lass. Dea n's Li st, Honors . Chapter endorsement: Anne deserves Top Tau in honor of her outstanding devotion to the sorority and the leadership she has di splayed in her various act iviti es. She upholds the ideals of our sorority in her daily li v ing and is re­spected by the co ll ege facul ty, as well as the members of the chapter . Anne is a warm ou tgo ing individua l and makes us proud to be an A S T.

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JEANNE ELLEN SCHNEIDER , Beta Eta. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Elementary Science Education Senior, Cum . Av . 4.0"B"; Eta Pl edge Class President, Scheduling, Rush, Social Committee Chairman . Social , Service. Spring Festival Committee member. Vice President; Elementary Science Education, Delinquency Study and Youth Development Center at S.I.U .. Student Teaching. TKE Little Sister Bowling and Volleyball Teams; Greek Activities Awards , Who's Who Nominee, All Greek Seminar Representative . Chapter endorse­ment: Jean ne has an unbelievable pride in the sorority . If there is friction either in the group or between other Greeks or other campus groups she trys to see why and help . She has put much time and effort into mak­ing our chapter what it is.

GRACE HANLEY, Beta Delta. Duqu esne University, Journalism Senior, Cum . Av . 3.4; Vice President, Social Chairman, Rush Chairman . '74 National Convention Delegate; reporter and copy-reader for "Duquesne Duke " , Sigma Delta Chi journalist society , Women in Communications, Inc .. Co-captain varsity cheerleading ; Mortarboard. Dean's Li st. 1st place national newswrit­ing competition at St. Bonaventure University . Certifi­cate of Recognition in '75 Philip Morris Public Relations competition. Chapter endorsement: Grace Hanley is nominated because of her never-ceasing interest in the so ror ity and our activ iti es. She has gone out of her way to provide the chapter with educational as well as social activ iti es. As past Rush Chairman she has helped us grow to be one of the top sororities on campus.

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SANDRA M. HART, Beta Epsilon, Shippensburg State College, Math and Fine Arts Elementa ry Education Senior, Cum. Av. 3.2: Corresponding Secretary, Vice President. Inter-Sorority Council Representative, Social and Pledge Committees: Intramural football. basketba ll, volleyball . and softball: Dean's List , Graduate Ass ist­ant. Chapter endorsement: Sandra 's soror ity and out­side activities and offices, her scholarsh ip and leader­ship have been an example and source of respect to the chapter.

MARY LISA MILLS, A lpha Chi , Northeastern Universi ty, Physica l Therapy Jun ior, Cum . Av. 2.86 : President, Treasu rer, Panhellenic Representa t ive, IFC Represen­tative: Student Federat ion, Socia l Council, Freshman Orientat ion Staff, Activities Night Chairman , Physical Therapy Club Organization Committee , Student Union Cabinet Member : Unsung Hero, Sister of the Yea r, Dean's List.

NANCY HANNERS, Beta Zeta , Un ive rsity of Al abama , Bi rmingham, Nursing Senior, Cum. Av. 2.2.: Editor , Treasu rer 2 years , Best Active, Most Dependab le, Friendli est Awards, Soc ial and Music Committees , Chairman Internal Affairs Commi ttee: Interfraternity Counc il, Student Government Assoc iation. Student Nurses Association of UAB , UAB Chorus : Who's Who Among Ameri can Colleges, Alumnae Scholarship Award, A lpha Lambda Delta, Omicron Delta Kappa, Sigma Theta Tau honora r ies. Chapte r assessment: Nancy shows no parti ality . .. her love is for everyone and she serves her God fa ithfully. Every sister feels honored to have shared I ife w ith Nancy as an active and to continue sharing life with her . This warm and gentle person is surely everything our rituals describe .

LINDA L. PATERSON , Alpha Phi, West Chester State College , Math Education Senior, Cum . Av. 3.24; Pledge Class Fund Raising Chairman, Rampage Weekend Float Co-chairman , Treasurer (2 years), Rush Counselor , Ex­ecutive Board, Advisory Board, '74 National Convention participant, Social , Program , Rush and Music Commit­tee member: Vice President Kappa Delta Pi , Treasurer and Secretary Anderson Mathematics Club , Student Member of National Council of Teachers of Mathe­matics and Pennsylvania Council of Teachers of Mathe­matics, Student PSEA, Women's Glee Club , Big-Little Sister, Cap Crew, Resident Government-Judicial Rep­resentative 2 years , Intramural Volleyball participant, College work-study Program, tutor for the Higher Edu­cation Opportunity Program ; Dean 's List. Kappa Delta Pi, Upper Division Math Standing , Who 's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges . Chap­ter endorsement: Linda is a well-rounded sister. She is involved in both sorority and outside activities such as tutoring , Campus Crusade and the honor society on campus . It seems that no matter when you need her she is always ready to lend a helping hand or a shoul ­der to cry on. We cannot really express in mere words what Linda has done for A S T and it is to repay her in just a small way for all she has done we chose her Top Tau .

KARY ROBERTSON , Beta Tau, University of Lowell, Mathematics Junior , Cum Av . 3.54 ; Historian , Co­pledge Chairman , Rush Committee Chairman, Member of Pledge , Social , Social Service and Rush Committees, Intra-Sorori ty Sports ; School Newspaper, Intramural Sports, Cheerleading; Dean 's List . Chapter endorse­ment: In spite of personal hardship Kary has kept ac­tive with in the sorority . She is always there when she is needed either to work or to talk to , which to mcist of the sisterhood means a great deal.

THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF ALPHA S IGM A TAU

IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE PLEDGING O F

BETA THETA CHAPTER , ST. MARY'S UNIV ERSIT Y

SAN ANTONIO , T EXAS, MARCH 20, 1976

AND

BETA IOTA CHAPTER, MILLERSVI LLE, PA.

MARCH 27 , 1976

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Collegiate Chapter Directory: MINI-DffiECTORY 1976-77

Since many of the collegiate chapter presidents do not know their fall '76 address we are publishing only the name and address of the college and an adviser under the name and address of the District President. You will receive a complete directory in the fall.

ALPHA DISTRICT Juanita Boulfard (Mrs. Don) 15504 Eastburn Dr. , Detroit, MI 48205

Alpha Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI 48197 Mrs. Ann Gruber, 2152 Pauline, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Beta Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, Ml 48858 Mrs. Shaw Christensen, 1119 E. Gaylord, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

Theta Wayne State University, Detroit, MI. 48219 Miss Beverly Gryczko, 6703 Brimson, Detroit, MI 48212

BETA DISTRICT Miss Joanne Genova, 554-C South Trenton, Pittsburgh, PA 15221 Delta

Alpha Omicron

Alpha Pi

Alpha Tau

Beta Delta

GAMMA DISTRICT

Zeta

Alpha Xi

Alpha Chi

Beta Tau

DELTA DISTRICT

Chi

Alpha Phi

Beta Beta

Beta Epsilon

Beta Iota

Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA 15701 Ms. Mary Romberger, 3940 Lisbum Rd., Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

Clarion State College, Clarion, PA 16214 Mrs. Susan P-Jobb, 41 Wilson Ave., Clarion, PA 16214

·Slippery Rock State College, Slippery Rock, PA 16057

Edinboro State College, Edinboro, PA 16412 Mrs. Elaine Bercik, Route 1, Edinboro, PA 16412

Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Susan Polanski, 114 Farragut St., Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Mrs. Kenneth B. Waterbury, R.D. 1 Crestmont, Lock Haven, PA 17745

Lock Haven State College, Lock Haven, PA 17745 Mrs. Werner Barth, 353 Susquehana Ave., Lock Haven, PA 17745

Mansfield State College, Mansfield, PA 16933 Mrs. King G. Rose, R.D. 2, Pickle Hill, Mansfield, PA 16933

Northeastern University, Boston, MA Miss Ann Maguire, 167 W . Newton St. , Boston, MA 02118

Lowell Technological Institute, Lowell, MA 01854 Miss Ellen Duggan, Res. Adv. Eames Hall, U. of Lowell, Lowell, MA 01854

Mrs. Stephen Pye, R.D. #4, Box 57B, Shippensburg, PA 17257

Shepherd College, Shepherdstown, WV 25443 Mrs. Jean Carper, Box 116, Route #1 , Shepherdstown, WV 25443

West Chester State College, West Chester, PA 19380 Mrs. Susan Burda, 1053 Niels Lane, West Chester, PA 19380

Widener College, Chester, PA Mrs. T. M. Locke, 813 Ridge Lane, Media, PA 19013

Shippensburg State College, Shippensburg, P A 17257 Dr. Mary Jane Urbanowicz, 400 E. King St. #2, Shippensburg, PA 17257

Millersville State College, Millersville, PA 17551 Mrs. Bonnie Hagan Nausedat, Lenhardt Hall, Millersville, PA 17551

EPSILON DISTRICT Miss Beth James, 4500 S. Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington, VA 22204

Psi

Omicron

Zeta Tau

Alpha Lambda

Alpha Kappa

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Madison College, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Mrs. Janice Haynes, 310 Seventh St., Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Concord College, Athens, WV 24712 Miss Mildred Dransfield, Box 307, Athens, WV 24712

Longwood College, Farmville, VA 23901 Mrs. Carolyn Price, Physical Ed. Dept. LC, Farmville, VA 23901

Radford College, Radford, VA 24142

Marietta College, Marietta, 0 45750 Mrs. Richard Hill, 202 Chamberlain Dr. , Marietta, 0 45750

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ZETA DISTRICT

Iota

Mrs. Charles Blazicek, 2538 Pioneer, St. Louis, MO 63129

Kansas State Teachers College, Emporia, KS 66801

Rho

Alpha Epsilon

Alpha Sigma

Beta Eta

Mrs. Jim Groves, 86 Mohawk, Emporia, KS 66801

Southeastern State College, Durant, OK 74701 Linda Lee, P.O. Box 331, Durant, OK 74701

Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL 61455 Miss Helen Buckley, 609 . Lafayette, Macomb, IL 61455

Northeast Missouri State University, Kirksville, MO 63501 Cathy Wombwell, RR #1 , Box 48, Bucklin, MO 64631

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, IL 62025 Mrs. Nancy Horvath, 300 S. Main #1 , Edwardsville, IL 62025

ZETA DISTRICT

Upsilon

Miss Camille Gennaro, 3212 St. Rene, Metairie, LA 70001

University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR 72032

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Alpha Gamma

AlphaMu

Beta Zeta

Beta Theta

Mrs. Betty Young, 814 Watkins, Conway, AR 72032

Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA 70401 Mrs. Doris Thomas, Box 783, SLU, Hammand, LA 70401

Henderson State University, Arkadelphia, AR 71923 Dr. Lynette Solomon, 2066 Elaine Circle, Arkadelphia, AR 71923

University of Arkansas at Monticello, AR 71655 Kathy Brown, Turtle Creek Apt. #43, Monticello, AR 71655

University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL 35294 Mrs. Nancy Horvath, 300 S. Main #1 , Edwardsville, IL 62025

St. Mary's University, San Antonio, TX 78284 Dr. Ann Semel, St. Mary's U. , 2700 Cincinnati Ave., San Antonio, TX 78284

Enclosed is my contribution to the Alpha Sigma Tau National Headquarters Fund

Checks payable to Mail to :

ALPHA SIGMA TAU Mrs. Donald H. Rhodes 621 Heron Point Circle Virginia Beach , Virginia 23452

NAME ________________ ~~--------------------------------First M iddle Maiden Maried Name

ADDRESS, ______________________________________________ __ Number Street - City - State Z ip Code

COLLEGIATE CHAPTER, _______________ ALUMNAE (yr.), ____________ _

AMOUNT ________________ __ CHECK NO. ______________ _

If this is a memorial contribution, please indicate for whom it is sent and to whom you wish notice of the contribution sent.

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ALPHA SIGMA TAU founded November 4, 1899-E.M.U. (formerly Michigan State Normal College) Ypsilanti, Michigan

~Ito/ ~aAoned6 MRS. E. A. LYMAN° HELENE M. RICE 0

MAY GEPHARP MAYENE TRACY 0

MABLE CHASE 0

ADRIANCE RICE 0

RUTH DUTCHER0

EVA O'KEEFE 0

0 Ada, A. Norton - Alpha 1925-1928

HARRIET MARX 0

(MRS. c. F. PFEIFFER) 0 deceased.

CENTRAL OFFICE

Jllational ~!W6idenl6 0 Grace Erb Ritchie- Alpha 0 Luella Chapman - Sigma Carrie Washburne Staehle- Alpha

0 Dorothy Bennett Robinson- Pi Mary Alice Seller Peterson - Iota Elizabeth Wilson - Pi

1925-1928 1928-1934 1934-1949 1949-1955 1955-1964 1964-1972 6200 Hoffman, St. Louis, Mo. 63139

Executive Secretary-MRS. WALTER G. MEYER Director-MISS ELIZABETH WILSON Financial Secretary-MISS JUNE McCARTHY Typist-MRS. RALPH H. WILSON

f?JJte6eaenl8nzetita MRS. HASWELL E. STAEHLE (Alpha)

v4tea 8r.rftanaion !Ylefote4enea/We6 Florida

Mrs. Edward Raniszeski (Beta) 5200 S.W. 88 Court, Miama, FL 33165 Kansas

Mrs. Robert Richards (Alpha Nu) 6101 Catalina, Shawnee Mission, KS 66205 Missouri

Mrs. James Alexander (Pi) 6328 Potomac, St. Louis, MO 63139 New England States

Miss Patty Page (Psi) 314 E . 41St. #903, NCY, NY 10017

Oklahoma Miss Mary Pitschke (Rho) Dogwood Village, Rt. 1, Box 329-5D, Salina, OK 74365

Texas Mrs. Robert Clarke (Beta Tau) 3601 Allen Parkway #256, Houston, TX 77019

v4tea Alunznae f/lejvte6enlalit;e6 Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas and Oklahoma

Mrs. Marcy Jones Smith (Alpha Gamma), 1518 Walnut, Arkadelphia, AR 71923

Florida Mrs. Sandy Raniszeski (Beta), 5200 SW 88th Court, Miami, FL 33165

Florida, North & South Carolina Mrs. Kay March Derr (Chi) 333 University Dr., #333, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Illinois Miss Jacqueline Coffee (Alpha Sigma) Box 114, Altona, IL 61414

Indiana Mrs. Charles McCrory (Alpha Alpha), Box 5218, F t. Wayne, IN 46805

Michigan Mrs. Leon Sowell (Theta) 33830 King Richard Dr. , Sterling Heights, Ml 48077

Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee & Kentucky Mrs. Larry Lytle (Zeta Tau) 417 B Summit St. , Richmond, KY 40475

Missouri, Kansas, Iowa & Nebraska Mrs. Dale Mellon (Alpha Nu) 1510 N. 78th #5, Kansas City, KA 66112

New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania Mary Ann Tracy (Alpha Phi) #1 Mansfield Rd., Lansdowne, PA 19050

Northeast Miss Patty Page (Psi), 527 E. 83rd St., NCY, NY 10038

Ohio & Western Pennsylvania Miss Edith Altman (Alpha Omicron) 609 Clinton, Sandusky, OH 44870

Oklahoma Miss Mary Pitschke (Rho) Dogwood Village, Route 1, Box 329-5D, Salina, OK 74365

Texas Mrs. Sharon Clarke (Beta Tau) 3601 Allen Parkway #256, Houston, TX 77019

Virginia Miss Lynn Sullivan (Alpha Lambda) 212 Guy Ave. #3, Crewe, VA 23930

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President-MRS. THOMAS J, KING, Jr. (Psi), 1845 Lakeridge Rd. , Birmingham, Ala. 35216 National Secretary-MRS. JULIAN J. FLOYD (Psi}, 3800 N. Fairfax Dr. , Villa 1304, Arlington, Va.

22203 National Treasurer-MISS MARGARET MACDONALD (Sigma}, 673 Richmond Ave., Buffalo, N. Y.

14222 Director of Collegiate Chapters-MRS. C. ]. ASHBY (Chi}, Box 12, The Plains, Va. 22171 Director of Alumnae Chapters-MRS. ROBERT O'DELL (Lambda), 222 West Tabor Rd. ,

Philadelphia, Pa. 19120 Director of Central Office-MISS ELIZABETH WILSON (Pi}, 6200 Hoffman , St. Louis, Mo. 63139 (Off.)

124 Elm, St. Louis, Mo. 63122 (Res.) Director of Expansion-MRS. BERNARD McBEE (Eta), 1183 Avon, Akron, Ohio 44310 Acting Director of Expansion- MS. BOBBIE NICHOLS (Alpha Gamma), 220 North Taylor #3,

Little Rock, AR 72205 Director of Fraternity Programs-MRS. PHIL HAGGARD (Rho), Box 421, Durant, Okla. 74701 Director of Publications-MRS. E. C. PHIPPS (Omicron}, 2611 Harrison Ave., Parkersburg, W . Va. 26101 NPC Delegate-MRS. JUSTIN G. DOYLE (Theta), 3208 Patrick Henry Dr., Falls Church, Va. 22044

CHAPLAIN MRS. CHARLES R. McCRORY (Alpha Alpha}, P.O. Box 5218, Ft. W ayne, Ind. 46805

CONVENTION MRS. HAROLD HOFFELDER (Pi), 4452 South 38th St., St. Louis, Mo. 63116

EDITOR MRS. BARBARA KOSCIERZYNSKI (Theta), 5008 Commor, Detroit, Mich. 48212

EXECUTIVE SECRETARY MRS. WALTER G. MEYER (Pi), 6200 Hoffm an, St. Louis, Mo. 63139

FINANCIAL SECRETARY MISS JUNE McCARTHY (Pi) , 6200 Hoffman, St. Louis, Mo. 63139

HISTORIAN MISS BEVE RLY BOLLARD (Sigma}, 323 Bird Ave. , Buffalo, N.Y. 14213

HOUSING MRS. EDWARD MARSHALL (Pi}, 5935 Bishops Place, St. Louis, Mo. 63109

MUSIC MISS LOIS WANINGER (Pi}, 5221 S. Broadway, St. Louis, Mo. 63111

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS FUND MRS. DO 1ALD H. RHODES ( Psi), 621 Heron Point Circle, Virginia Beach, Va. 23452

PLEDGE MISS JACQUELINE COFFEY (Alpha Sigma), Box 114, Altona, Ill. 61414

RUSH MISS PAULA EWELL (Rho}, 3741 South 65th W. Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74107

SCHOLARSHIP MS. CHERI JOHNSON MORA T (Alpha Lambda), Dean of Women's Office, Rider College, Trenton,

N.J. 08602 SOCIAL SERVICE

MS. MARTY BELKNAP (Alpha), 3466 Gettysburg Rd., Ann Arbor, Mich. 48105 SORORITY GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

MRS. DOUGLAS J. BOLTON (Sigma), 60 Briarhurst Rd., Williamsville, N. Y. 14221 STANDARDS

MRS. GARY FORRESTER (Beta E ta), 3565 Grand, Abilene, Tex. 79605

75enAal (!}/lice 6200 Hoffman, St. Louis, Mo. 63139

Director- MISS ELIZABETH WILSON Financial Secretary-MISS JUNE McCARTHY Executive Secretary- MRS. WALTER G. MEYER Typist-MRS. RALPH H. WILSON

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IT'S IMPORTANT! We Need Your Correct Address! Have You Married? Or Moved?

College Chapter _____________ Yr. of Initiati on ___ _

Maiden Name _______________________ _

Married Name ________________________ _

former Address: Street ___________________ _

City ____ __________ Zip, ____ State _____ _

New Address : Street

City ______________ Zip ____ State _____ _

Remarks Date Returned ____ _

Send all Changes of Name and/or Address to :

Alpha Sigma Tau Central Office 6200 Hoffman Ave. St. Louis, Mo. 63139

If you are planning a change of name or address in the near future , please use

the above form to notify the Central Office. Please don' t get lost!

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Name

JOIN THE DRIVE to

INCREASE ALUMNAE CHAPTERS

First M aid en Married (Husband 's N ame)

Address --~~-----=-~-----~---~~.,~~-Number Street Ci t y State & Zip Code

Collegiate Chapter _____ Yr. of Graduation __ Yr. of Initiation __

Do you belong to an Alpha Sigma Tau Alumnae Chapter? __ _

If not, would you be interested in joining an alumnae chapter

in your city? __ _

Would you be willing to help organize an alumnae chapter? __ _

Would you come to a meeting if contacted? Tele. No. _____ _

If unable to attend meetings, would you be willing to support a chapter by

paying dues? __ _

Return this form to: Mrs. Robert O'Dell 222 West Tabor Road Philadelphia, Pa. 19120

Non Profit Org . U. S. POSTAGE

PAID PERMIT No. 1145

ST. LOUIS, MO.

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