ELSIE'S HANDBOOK LaGrange College Students Handbook Revised Edition, 1953-1954 Presented by STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION To: J2h0Ll^^ FOREWORD The Student Government Association, based on powers and laws granted by the President and Faculty, has con- trol of all matters pertaining to the conduct and social life of the students. All students should learn to appre- ciate that the least disregard of the rules on their part means extra care upon their fellow students who, though conscientiously assuming office under the Association, have yet come to college to enjoy and make use of the advantages that LaGrange College offers. To learn to live honorably and unselfishly in a com- munity and to share in the responsibility of the govern- ment is a part of the broader education for which we come to college. We ask of all students their hearty co- operation. We hope our Student Government Association will succeed in helping its students to be intelligent citi- zens and thinking individuals. Page Two Greetings to the Freshman Class New students, welcome to an adventure in living at La- Grange College! Here we work, study, play, and worship together as one group, each for all and all for one. You've never had an experience like this, for there is none to match it. Attitude is the major factor in successful relations. Come prepared to join wholeheartedly in every worth- ful endeavor, and you will agree with us that LaGrange College is a great college! Sincerely, Waights Gibbs Henry, Jr. Page Three The L C. Student's Creed Life is mine to live, That I may cherish it And right royally meet its responsibilities, I would lay aside that which is Narrow, selfish, ignoble, and unkind, The false, superficial, the dishonest, I would shun in thought, word, and deed, Rather may I cultivate in my college life Those traits and ideals that will fit me To weave dreams into realities, and impressions into character. To meet bravely the hard tasks of life; To bring joy to those who falter in their tasks. I would strive to judge more kindly, Trust more fully, and love more deeply, That my life may reflect His goodness. And my soul may grow in the knowledge Of Him, whom to know is life eternal. Page Four Calendar For 1953-1954 1953 September 6 Dormitories and dining hall open to new students and faculty. September 8 Dormitories and dining hall open to old students at 2 :00 P. M. September 9 Registration of students. Setpember 10 Class work begins. November 25 Thanksgiving holidays begin at 12:30 P. M. November 30 Thanksgiving holidays end; class work re- sumed at 8:30 A. M. December 18 Holiday Dance. December 19 Christmas holidays begin at 12:30 P. M. 1954 January 4 Christmas holidays end; class work resumed at 8 :30 A. M. January 23 End of Fall term. January 25 Holiday. April 14 Spring holidays begin at 12 :30 P. M. April 20 Spring holidays end; class work resumed at 8:30 A. M. May 1 May Day (closed weekend). May 29 Meeting of Alumnae Association. May 30 Baccalaureate Sermon. May 31 Graduation. Page Five Order of the Day Rising Bell 7:00 A. M. Breakfast 7:15-8:15 A. M. Library Bell 8:20 A. M. First Class Bell 8:30 A. M. Tardy Bell 8:34 A. M. Half Period Bell 9:00 A. M. Chapel 10:30 A. M. Class Bell 11:00 A. M. Release Bell 1:00 P. M. Lunch 12:40-1:15 P. M. Class Bell 2:10 P. M. Release Bell 5:10 P. M. Dinner 5:45-6:30 P. M. Vesper Bell Three Short 6:30 P. M. Study Hall Bell 7:15 P. M. Release Bell 10:00 P. M. Meditations Three Short 10:15 P. M. Warning Room Bell 10:25 P. M. Room Bell 10:30 P. M. Senior Room Bell 11:00 P. M. Lights Out Bell for Underclassmen 11:15 P. M. Page Six Student Government Association Officers President Mary Jane Flood Senior Vice President Joyce Eidson Junior Vice President Carolyn Doby Junior Vice President Ann King Secretary Virginia Sprayberry Treasurer Claire Matthews Senior Representative Jean Clegg Junior Representative Frances Brady Sophomore Representative Dorothy Pitts Honorary Members Peggy Smith, Catherine Tanner Men's Representatives Charles Barret, Lamar Fetner, Tyler Morgan, David Smith, Ervin Williams Town Girl's Representatives Eva Anderson Faye McClellan Two Freshmen Representatives to be elected. Page Seven Student Directory President of Student Body Mary Jane Flood President of Y. W. C. A. Peggy Smith President of W. A. A. Catherine Tanner President of Delta Phi Delta Sarah Ann Maxwell President of Alpha Kappa Theta Peggy Smith President of Kappa Phi Delta Catherine Tanner President of Pi Delta Kappa Earle Williams President of Lambda Kappa David Smith President of Senior Class Catherine Tanner President of Junior Class Frances Brady President of Sophomore Class Dorothy Pitts President of Curtain Raisers Mattie Perkerson President of Alpha Psi Omega Sarah Ann Maxwell Editor of the Scroll Mattie Perkerson Editor of the Quadrangle Lena Pearl Knight President of the Chapel Choir Peggy Smith President of the Choralaires Frances Henry President of M. S. M. Mary Sue Westbrook President of B. S. U. Carolyn Doby President of Christadelphians Joyce Eidson President of P. K. Club Lee Hale President of the L Club Frankie Lee Cole President of the Horatian Club Wilma McLane President of the I. R. C. Travis Woodward House President of Pitts Joyce Eidson House President of Hawkes Ann King House President of Smith Carolyn Doby Page Eight Regulations of the Student Government Association In order to help you be your 4 'best self" on the Hill, the following rules are in effect : I. QUIET: A. From 8:30 A. M. to 1:00 P. M. and 2:10 to 5:10 P. M. and 7:15 to 10:00 P. M. except on Satur- day afternoons and nights, Sundays, and holi- days. Minor call-downs are given for violation of this rule. B. Absolute quiet from 10:30 P. M. to 7:00 A. M. Major call-downs are given for the violation of this rule. C. Radios and record players must not be heard outside the room during quiet hours. If this is not observed, a major call-down will be given. D. Girls answering the phones during quiet hours are requested not to call in the halls. E. Following a concert or program, study hall will be strictly observed even if only thirty min- utes remain. F. Students must remain in their buildings after the 10:30 bell unless granted special permission by the residence counselor. Page Nine G. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors must re- main in their rooms after 11:00 bell unless granted special permission by residence coun- selor. Seniors must remain in their rooms after 11:30. Penalty: Major call-down. n. STUDY HALL: A. Study hall will be observed from 7:15 to 10:00 P. M. B. Students will be allowed special permission by residence counselors to study late only four times a month. Other times all work must be done and student's lights out by 11:15 for fresh- men, sophomores, juniors; 11:45 for seniors. C. Penalty for not observing these rules will be minor call-down. D. Special rules for study hall will be made for examination week. The rules are made by and for students. III. TELEPHONES: A. No telephones are to be used after 11:00 bell except for long distance calls. B. Students are requested to be considerate of others when using the phone. Don't talk too long! IV. DATES: Seeing a town boy who is not a LaGrange Col- lege student for even fifteen minutes is con- sidered a date. Out-of-town boys are permitted Page Ten to stay an hour without signing a date card. When leaving campus with a coed a date card must be signed. A. Date permits must be signed in the Dean of Women's Office for students in Smith. Hawkes students must sign date permits in the parlor of Hawkes, and Pitts students in the parlor of Pitts. B. All students may date on Saturday and Sunday afternoons and nights. Additional date nights are determined by your academic standing. C. All date permits of freshmen, sophomores, and juniors must be signed by the house president by 10:30. A major call-down will be given for not signing in. Seniors have 11:00 permission. All students, except seniors, have 11:00 per- mission on Saturday nights. Seniors have 11:30 permission on Saturday nights. D. Out-of-town boys are dated only after permission has been sent by parents directly to the Dean of Women. E. Signing out for relatives' homes does not legal- ize an extra date night. F. No student may have dates while under re- striction. G. The following places outside the city limits are legal: Hanson's Airport Drive-In, Drive-In The- atre, Tanglewood, and Dairy Queen. Page Eleven H. Have your date leave promptly at 10:30. You'll probably get to see him again ! L Administration and student council have author- ity to forfeit date nights of any student who has deficiencies in her classwork. J. Afternoon dates will be considered as date nights except on Saturday and Sunday. K. Students are allowed to ride in a ten-mile rad- ius of the city limits without permission. V. SMOKING : A. Women students may smoke only in their own dormitory smoking room AFTER written per- mission has been mailed from parents directly to the Dean of Women. B. Students MAY NOT smoke in dormitory rooms or public places. C. All girls must be out of the smoking room by 11:00 P. M. VI. DRINKING : A. Any student drinking or possessing any alco- holic beverage is subject to shipping. VII. PERMISSION : A. Permisions are required for leaving town or for having dates with out-of-town boys. B. Permissions MUST be sent by parents or guard- ian directly to the Dean of Women. No permis- Page Twelve sion enclosed in a letter to a student will be ac- cepted. C. No late permission will be granted except in case of emergency or for unusual circum- stances. These must all be previously arranged through the Dean of Women's office. Even with permission from home no student may take late permission without the approval of school au- thorities. ONLY UNUSUAL CIRCUMSTANCES WILL WARRANT THE GRANTING OF LATE PERMISSIONS. D. Students may not spend the night in town ex- cept with permission from parents and hostess. Both of these permissions must be given by mail or phone directly to the Dean of Women. Vm. TIME LIMIT: A. Time limit specifies the hour at which students are required to be on campus. B. When leaving the campus for the evening stud- ents must return by 10:30. Seniors have 11:00 permission. All students, except seniors, have 11:00 permission on Saturday nights. Seniors have 11 :30 permission. IX. SIGNING OUT CARDS : A. Students must sign out when leaving campus. B. Sign in immediately upon your return to the campus. Penalty for not signing in from town is a minor call-down. Penalty for not signing Page Thirteen out or in when going out of town is a major call-down. Students must be in from week-end by 10:30 P. M. on Sunday. Afternoon dates must be signed in by 6:00 P. M. Sororities, glee club, and other campus organi- zations may sign out as a group when leaving the campus for a group function. A student who signs in as much as five minutes late receives a major call-down. For signing in six minutes late a campus is given. For every three minutes over six, an extra day is added to the campus. Minor call-downs will be given to students who sign in from one through four minutes late. Students must not continue to date after sign- ing in. Penalty for violation will be a minor call-down. Students are not to leave the campus after a dance has started. DINNER ABSENCES Students must sign dinner absences at least thirty minutes before meals on Thursday night and at Sunday noon. Absences must be signed for week-ends. Sororities, glee club, or other campus organiza- tions may sign out as a group with the dtetician a day ahead of time. XI. SORORITY : A. There are to be no sorority parties during study hall unless special permission is granted by the Dean of Women. B. Sorority meetings are not to be held after 10:30 P. M. XII. PIANOS AND RECORD PLAYERS : A. Pianos in the parlors and the gym are not to be used during class hours or study hall. B. Store juke box may not be used during class hours. Xni. DRESS : A. Students are not to appear off the campus, across the quadrangle, or in the lobbies and parlors in shorts, bathing suits, or halters. Penalty: Minor call-down. B. Blue jeans are not to be worn off the campus except for special group activities. Blue jeans are not to be worn on the campus on Sunday. Penalty: Minor call-down. C. Sun baths must be taken directly behind Pitts building. D. Students must be fully dressed for all meals, including breakfast! Page Fifteen TENNIS COURTS: Tennis may not be played on Sunday until af- ternoon. Neither halters nor bathing suits will be allow- ed on tennis courts. CHAPERONES: While visiting in town, students are under chape- ronage of hostess. INSPECTION: Cleanliness is next to Godliness ! Students furnish their own brooms, mops, and dust pans. The maids clean the bathrooms and halls. You are expected to keep things picked up off the bathroom floors. Students must not put trash into the hall after the maid has clean- ed the hall. Remember all students are responsible for the neatness of their rooms. Rooms are subject to inspection by 9:30 A. M. each day. Major call- downs will be given for untidy rooms. Students must not leave for holidays until their rooms are in order. INFIRMARY : "Health and cheerfulness mutually beget each other. ' 'Addison. The resident infirmarian is here for the pur- pose of caring for students who need medical attention, and to promote the general good health of all the students. She will be found in the infirmary on the first floor of Smith build- ing. The following rules should be observed: A. Students who need medical attention, please re- port to the infirmarian as early as possible. B. To be excused from class on account of illness students MUST report to the infirmary before missing class. C. No meals will be served to sick girls in their rooms unless the infirmary is over-crowded. D. The visiting hours for the infirmary are: A. M. 8:00 to 9:00 10:30 to 11:00 12:00 to 1:00 P. M. 5:00 to 6:00 9:30 to 10:30 XVin. SPECIAL REGULATIONS: A. Special examination week privileges will be posted prior to examination week. B. Regulations concerning fire drills will be an- nounced by the Student Government. C. Students must not occupy dormitories during holidays except by previous arrangements with college administration. PENALTIES : A. Penalty for students taking more than their al- Page Seventeen loted number of town, show, and date privileges, is left to discretion of the Student Government Council. B. Three minor call-downs for the same offense constitute a campus. C. Two major call-downs for the same offense constitute a campus. D. Two campuses for the same offense constitute a quadrangle or similar punishment decided by the Student Government Council. A campus cannot be broken except to see a doctor, for class work, and to attend church services. Special permission must be obtained from Dean of Women or Student Government president. A campus must be served immediately after it is given. It cannot be postponed to meet the convenience of the offender. Any member of the student body whose con- duct and attitude are at variance with the prin- ciples of the Student Government may, after in- vestigation and recommendation by the Student Government Council, be expelled by the admin- istration. ALL RULES APPLY TO ALL STUDENTS FOR THE TIME THEY ARE AT LAGRANGE COL- LEGE, INCLUDING THE LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL. ALL STUDENTS MUST BE IN THEIR ROOMS IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE SING- Page Eighteen ING AND WORSHIP THE LAST SUNDAY NIGHT. ROOMS WILL BE CHECKED. XIX. RULES FOR TOWN STUDENTS: A. All boys must leave campus by 11:15 P. M. un- less special permission is obtained from the President or the Dean of Women. B. Town students who violate rules will be sub- ject to action by the Student Council. XX. SUBSEQUENT CLASS PRIVILEGES: A. These privileges are granted early in May. B. Students who have served major penalties do not receive these privileges. XXI. CLASS PRIVILEGES: SENIORS: A. Seniors have 11:00 privilege every night except Saturday. On Saturday they have 11 :30 privilege. B. Seniors are unlimited in the number of times they may attend night shows. C. Seniors may have dates on any night. JUNIORS: A. May go to town at their own discretion. B. May have four date nights a month. C. May attend the movies four nights a month. Page Nineteen SOPHOMORES: A. May go to town four times a week. B. May have two date nights a month. C. May attend movies three nights a month. FRESHMEN: A. May go to town three times a week. Saturday afternoon, night, and Sunday do not count as times to town. B. May have one date night a month. C. May attend movies two nights a month. D. Freshmen may not go to town at night without using date night or night show privileges. XXI. DEAN'S LIST AND PRIVILEGES: A. Students whose names appear on the Dean's List will receive three extra date nights a month and one extra show privilege a month. B. Students on the Dean's List will receive one extra cut a semester. Page Twenty Customs and Traditions College traditions make college life worthwhile. When you come to LaGrange, you not only enjoy the customs handed through the years, but you have a share in adding to the traditions of your Alma Mater. The Junior Class sponsors the pajama party the first Saturday night. The Student Government will honor the new students at a formal entertainment in the Fall. The W. A. A. will honor the new students with a weiner roast. The Junior-Freshman wedding takes place when the freshmen receive their privileges. Juniors choose one or more freshmen "sisters." Freshmen spend the first Saturday night with upper- classmen. "Y" installation service is held in the early Fall for the new girls. The local sororities and fraternities, which everyone has the privilege to join, provide social activities for the students. Bids are sent out at a time designated by the Inter-Sorority and Inter-Fraternity Councils. The Y. W. C. A. has a Christmas party for the ser- vants. On a night before Christmas holidays, college students sing Christmas carols around town. The Sophomore-Senior Banquet is held in the Spring. Page Twenty-One The seniors, juniors, and underclassmen sing to each other at midnight on Commencement Sunday. The singing is followed by a worship service in the Little Chapel. The freshmen elect two seniors to sleep in the new guest room for one night. Hints to the Freshmen Begin well. We're here to help you, and you to help yourself. The Student Government is here to help you, not to catch you. Remember that we have all been freshmen ourselves, and don't hesitate to call on us. If you don't know, ask. Curious freshmen make wise sophomores. The Dean's List is a place of honor. Always introduce your guest to the Dean of Women. Remember that your own good named and the good name of your college are represented by your actions. When leaving college 4 'sign out", and when returning "sign in." It pays. This is a place to make friends, so don't go around with one person exclusively. Remember that you reflect your home. Remember that you are here to work. Each neglected task makes the next one harder. Page Twenty-Two Being quiet is a personal matter. Keep it so. No one should have to tell you. Honor is too dear to be compromised for popularity, or for the fear of being unpleasant. It is good taste to freshen up for dinner. A freshman who can smile will go further than one who cannot. Church attendance is not compulsory for students, but it is expected at the church of your choice. Pay all dues on time. You are not a full-fledged mem- ber of any organization unless you do. Don't be afraid to make mistakes; just don't let it be- come a bad habit. Remember that appropriate street clothes should be worn in town. Remember to check your watch with the college clock. Remember to read the bulletin board each day. All girls need a white dress. Remember that chronic borrowers do not make good friends. Bad work for the first semester may handicap you through the whole year. Class spirit is fine, but college spirit is better. Enjoy your chapel period don't be discourteous by studying when we have a guest speaker. Do not talk to boys from your dormitory windows. Page Twenty-Three Any library book checked out in your name for another student, if not returned at the proper time, will run up a fine for you. Let your friends check out books for them- selves. Young Women's Christian Association of LaGrange College 1 'Shine out of my heart, shine out today, shine out al- ways, shine out of my heart, Lord Jesus." WELCOME FROM THE Y. W. C. A. A hearty welcome to each of the new girls! The Y. W. C. A. wants to help you and also needs your help. It is a religious organization which encourages Christian youth in spiritual and social growth. Together we shall make this year a happy one. When we heard you were coming to L. C. we picked ou a "Y" sister to get acquainted with you and see that you meet other students. She will take you to the pa jama party. We want you to feel that you are a vital part of our college from the very beginning. Y. W. C. A. CABINET President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES: Worship Ruth Park Lehmann Social Service Marie Wright Peggy Smith Carolyn West Frances Henry Mary Sue Westbrook Page Twenty-Four Music Recreation World Relatedness Publicity Publications Sara Adams Eleanor Haynes, Ikuko Kodera Carolyn Gill Peggy McElhannon Jacquelynn Northcutt Ginger Moody HONORARY MEMBERS: Student Government Athletic Association Methodist Student Movement Baptist Student Movement . Westminister Fellowship Honorary Boy's Representative Mary Sue Westbrook Mary Jane Flood Catherine Tanner Carolyn Doby Mattie Perkerson Evelyn Fang Sam Baker Two freshmen representatives to be elected. HOW YOU CAN HELP YOUR Y 1. Be prompt and constant in your attendance to all religious services. 2. Be silent and reverent in the Little Chapel. 3. Do your part to make each service a success. 4. Be always helpful and friendly to students and fac- ulty. 5. Be cheerful. The Athletic Association of LaGrange College extends to you and you and most especially YOU a great big welcome. Athletic Association Page Twenty-Five We know you are going to love being a student at L. C. When the tennis courts call, you add point to point. You come in with a blistered nose, and the favorite boy friend calls you could kick yourself but you have not the energy. It is a vicious cycle, but at the end of the year when the tennis trophy, the medals, the letters, and the stars are awarded, you thank your lucky stars that your nose did peel a few well, six or eight times for you have your reward. Yes, as I started to say, when I was so rudely inter- rupted, the Athletic Association is here to foster a spirit of good sportsmanship, wholesome play, and the develop- ment of a sane mind in a sound body. If at any time, in any way, we can help you, just come arunning that's what we're here for. ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION OFFICERS: President Catherine Tanner Vice President Frances- Brady Secretary June Grist Treasurer Almonese' Brown Senior Representative Mattie Perkerson Junior Representative Frankie Lee Cole Sophomore Representative Carolyn Gill "L" Club President Frankie Lee Cole Honororary Members Mary Jane Flood, Catherine Tan- r jr. Two freshmen representatives to be elected. * m Letters NEW POINT SYSTEM 1. Sorority Teams: First team, 100 points; Captain, 100 points. Page Twenty-Six 2. If sorority team is winner of game, 25 additional points. 3. Observation of both Health Months, 300 points. 4. Tennis: 20 points for entrance in tournaments; 10 points for each match won; 3 points for each hour of practice. 5. Hiking : (1) Two points for each mile hiked. At least two miles must be hiked before points are given. (2) Not more than 50 points may be earned a se- mester for hiking. 6. Track: 25 points for winner in any event. 15 points for second place in any event; 2 points for entering. 7. Swimming : 2 points for each half hour. 8. Archery : 3 points for each hour. 9. Practice: All hours in any sport over required num- ber, 2 points. 10. Executive position: President, 100 points; Vice- President, 75 points; Class Representative, 50 points; Secretary, 75 points; Treasurer, 75 points. This is limited to the three major organizations and to class officers. 11. Ping-Pong and Badminton tournament: Entrance, 10 points; winner, 5 points. College champion, 20 points. 12. Points for additional games and tournaments will be decided by the W. A. A. Council. 13. Stars: Stars will be awarded only after letter has been won. 500 points are required. Page Twenty-Seven 14. Tennis emblems: Special tennis awards will be given to the students in the tennis club. 15. Awards: College letters shall be awarded to all students making over 1000 points. Page Twenty-Eight Alma Mater Hail to thee, our Alma Mater, Guardian of our days; For thy spirit never failing We will sing thy praise. High aloft we hold thy banner Ever loyal, true; And to thee, our Alma Mater, We our pledge renew. In thy mighty groves of learning Wisdom's paths we've sought; High upon thy lofty hilltop Visions have been wrought. From our hearts we sing the chorus Time shall never change, Hail to thee, our Alma Mater, Hail to thee, LaGrange. Author: Dolly Jones House, 1914-1915 Adapted by Ollie Reeves, Poet Laureate of Georgia. L C. On the Hill Oh! It's L. C. on the Hill That we love and always will, Because she has our hearts and spirits, too, She spurs us on in all we do. Oh, we respect her and her past. May her glory ever last. So here's to the red and black we cheer, To LaGrange we're glad we're here. Elizabeth Reed '40 Page Twenty-Nine Pledge I, , upon my honor, do hereby pledge myself to honesty in academic work and in student relations. I promise to cooperate with the community in maintaining high standards of citizenship by upholding the Constitution, By-Laws, and Regulations of the Student Government Association. I understand that a plea of ignorance will not excuse my failure to keep this pledge. BE WISE- KNOW YOUR HANDBOOK BEFORE YOU COME TO COLLEGE! Page Thirty MEMO