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\ In this issue of the MERCIAD, we, the students, welcome
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vou to Mercyhurst College. We shall take you on a tour of our

campus where you will see us studying- in the classrooms and
laboratories, relaxing in the "dorm," browsing about the li-
brary, or playing on the tennis courts. You will be given a
preview of the courses offered in our college curriculum and
of the campus activities which afford opportunity for the
development of literary, dramatic, athletic, and musical talent.
But more than this, we hope to take you behind the scenes
of college life, to the real Mercyhurst spirit which is the life-
giving principle of all our school activity. This spirit, centered
in our beautiful Chapel of Christ the King, extends to ennoble
our learning with Christian philosophy and to form the Chris-
tian basis of our social life. \
We have not come ito Mercyhurst merely for social ac-
complishment, or intellectual advancement, or just "a good
time." Rather do we aim at an effective blending of all three—
the perfect education of spirit, mind, and body. For this rea-
son, we do not leave the spirit of Mercyhurst behind us in the
Chapel, but carryfit with usito the history lecture, the Little
Theatre, the bridge game, the EnglishlClub meeting, the June
Prom. ? H I I
We speak sincerely as students who have felt this spirit
of Mercyhurst grow within us during the years spent under
her gracious influence. It is a spirit expressed most adequately,
not in Class Day speeches and traditional ceremonies, but in
the miinds and hearts of those who live that spirit daily. '%
Finally, Mercyhurst teaches us to be cultured—to be
educated not merely with a jumble of facts, but with a co-
ordinated volume of interrelated knowledge. She urges us,
therefore, to work not merely for high marks which lead
finally to a degree, but rather for a definite plan of life which
leads tojour ultimate End of life. | |

History Of Mercyhurst %

MERCIAD
Keyed To Progress Vol. XXV, No. 9 MERCYHURST COLLEGE, ERIE, PA. Freshman Edition

September 8, 1924 marked the ceremony of the ground-breaking @cvifre *Dle*K , i \

for Mercyhurst College to be conducted by the Sisters of Mercy. Two
Student CouncilActive
years later, on September 20, 1926, twenty-five girls, braving the mud
and planks of construction, crossed fthe threshold to become Mercy-
hurst's pioneer students. The blessing and formal opening of the college The motto of Mercyhurst
took place on Nov. 10, 1926, with Bishop John Mark Gannon officiating, line from Horace which is trans-
is a In Promoting Leadership
There lis no course entitled "Leadership" offered a t , Mercy hurst,
and the college I was opened to public inspection during the foUowing lated, "Seize the opportunity and yet that is one of the things we learn here. Perhaps this is because
two week ends. do not trust the morrow." To* us, there are so many student movements and organizations to which we
The spring of 1932 saw another ground-breaking ceremony at it means "Seize the opportunity not only belong but also plan and direct.
Mercyhurst—this time for the construction of the Chapel and Tower. for lasting happiness attained For instance, there is the Student Council composed of representa-
This memorial to the late James O'Neil, of Prance, was given by his tives from the various classes, clubs, and organizations in the college.
wife. Mrs. James O'Neil of Prance commissioned the building in mem- through Christian education."
These girls, who are genuinely interested in Mercyhurst as a whole,
ory of her husband, who professed a high regard for thefSisters of plan and carry out activities
Mercy and their work. The ground which aidl the students and the
The spring of 1952 marked an-
was blessed by the first chaplain,
Rev. William L. Sullivan, Ph. D., other era in the progress of Mer-
and in March, 1933, the first Mass cyhurst, for it was then that
Spirit of Mercyhurst college, as well as integrate the
programs of the extra-curricular
groups and regulate social and ed-
was offered in the Chapel of ground was broken both for the It is the warmth of "hellos" from everyone you meet on your first ucational projects with other area
Christ the King. \ ' | | \ 'gj new library? building and for the day at Mercyhurst. colleges.
convent wing. These were com- l i t is the excitement of your first night in your new "home away A few years ago, at the sugges-
Our Lady's Grotto was also pleted the following year, and the from home."
erected in 1932. This shrine to the library building, which^houses the tion of the Student? Council, a
It is the exuberance of your initial letter home and the anticipation J Student Discipline Board was set
Blessed Mother was designed and Little Theatre, was formally open-
built by Father Sullivan from ed with the production of "Briga- of a weekend at your roommate's. up to handle areas of discipline
It is the dizzy whirl of your first week and the serious business of given over to tl e students toy the
ftones gathered on the campus. doon." Furnishings for the theatre
choosing a color scheme for your room. administration. The program has
When the weather permitted, Mass were donated by the College been fulfilling its purpose, thanks
c It is the thrill of that first letter or package from home and the
°uld be celebrated on the altar Alumnae.I With the opening of
careful composing tof your first prom invitation.| j to cooperation between upper and
at Our Lady's feet. I I 1 these two buildings, provision was
ft It is the teamwork of a class project and the fun of getting to lower classmen ana zae faculty.
was always felt that a suit- made for several additional class-
able
entrance should grace the rooms in the main building as know the day-hops. Each year new activities give
eampusland so in f1949 Mercy- well as for laboratories and sup- It is the satisfaction of passing room inspection and the dejection more opportunities for leadership.
hurst purchased the gates of the plementary elementary education, of your first campus. The YCS (Young Christian Stu-
**• K. Thaw estate, Pittsburgh. home economics, and art facilities. It is the solemnity of chapel services and the peace found there dents) works indirectly, in small
*jn&lish Rennaisance in style, for a moment or two in a busy day.
Thus Mercyhurst continues her It is the companionship of the Sisters of Mercy and the steadying groups, for the betterment of the
^ney were designed in England physical as well as educational ad- influence of your own "Big Sister." academic community while the
d
nandwrought in Prance. The vancement! and maintains her It is the freedom of a weekend and the serious concentration of a Sodality stresses spiritual leader-
gates
ot
were erected in the spring place in the ranks of | Catholic school day.
1950. colleges in America. ship. Clubs in each major depart-
It is the sociability of an afternoon trip to Art's and the solitude ment, dramatic productions, and
MAIN READING ROOM OF NEW LIBRARY of evening study.
It is the suspense of meeting upperclassmen and the reassurances classy projects—all give the girls
of their friendliness. a chance to organize, plan, and
It is the nostalgia of {the "Alma Mater" and the gaiety of song carry out programs. Faculty mem-
fests in the lounge. J bers remain in the background
It is the gratitude you show to God for His gifts and the confi-J to guide andjadvise, leaving the
dences you take to Him in the chapel.
leadership! to us.
It is the dignity of traditions and the spontaneity of "after-lights"
parties. | Here at Mercyhurst we learn to
It is the serenity of a Sunday and the bustle of a Saturday. lead by leading. The opportunities
It is the busy weeks of preparation for a prom and the mystery are here, the leadership is up to
of "who will be Prom Queen." $ you.
It is the light-hearted singing in the dining room and the solemn^
beauty of Gregorian chant at Mass.
It is the relief of coming through your first exam with "flying
colors" and the realization that you do belong. Welcome
It is the loyalty you feel toward your school and the appreciation
you can never express to your teachers. Freshmen
These things, then, are the SPIRIT OF MERCYHURST,
 THE MERCIAD Freshman Edition
Par* Two 4 •••

Liberal Arts Were urd OIL, Elementary

The Liberal Arts curriculum is Most of the classes are small so that there is afr F H l l p a f |/\||
designed to give a broad founda- Mercyhurst offers you four principal courses: opportunity for discussion and questions. Even in ; L / U U ^ a i I U l l
tion of knowledge. It aims to de- Liberal Arts, Commercial Education, Elementary Ed- the larger classes, there is time from lectures and,
velop competence in one field of ucation, and Home Economics. From these curricula [v. Because of the increasing de
note-taking for student participation. Of course, mand for grade school teachers"
learning and a sense of correla- you select your major field. Naturally, your general there are assignments (you did expect them! > . b u t
tion among all fields. trend of interest and what you wish to do with your Mercyhurst introduced a curricu
they become just one more part of a well-balanced
All Mercyhurst students are life will determine what this choice will be. lum in elementary education \
college life. ". # few years ago, one that is becom-
thoroughly grounded in the me- While studying for your degree at Mercyhurst, The fourfold curricula which Mercyhurst offers
chanics of English and are * given ing more and more popular.
there are several subjects which you will be required will prepare you for earning a living or finding en- ! Certain personality traits and
a survey course in English litera- to take, regardless of what field you have chosen. joyment in life, but it does more than that—it gives
ture. English majors continue an interest in children are ne-
These subjects are philosophy, English, speech, sci- you the real meaning of life as found through the cessary for those who plan to
with such specialized courses as ence, and, for the Catholic student, religion. In each application of Christian principles. You learn more
the short story* advanced com- teach in the grades, in addition
major field, there are also required subjects and in than facts from books, more than technical p r o - | to the professional courses set UD
position, poetry, and literary cri- cesses; you learn how to live a full, rich life based
most semestersfthere is time to slip in a few unre- to meet the requirements of the
tioism. on Christian charity.
The heritage;of the classics is lated courses, just for your personal enjoyment. various states in which the stu-
brought to the liberal arts student dent may wish to teach, the
directly through the ancient and would-be teacher must have an
modern language departments. adequate background in speech,
The former includes Latin and music, and art techniques and ap-
Greek, the latter, Spanish, French, preciation.
German, and Italian. But preparation! for teaching
extends beyond classroom lectures
Social! Studies! and examinations, and here the
The Social Studies department city grade schools cooperate with
includes history, sociology, politi- Mercyhurst. Education * students
cal science, and economics. A stu- spend a portion of their time as
dent may choose any one of these juniors observing the technique of
as a major field, or she may have experienced grade school teach,
a general social studies minor. ers. Then these students, applying
Many fields of opportunity are of- what they have learned, assume
fered to the student of social stud- the role of teacher for a period
ies, such as teaching, research, of twelve weeks, getting exper-
Ilibrary science. The sociology stu- ience in teaching in the various
dent is prepared for various fields grades.
of social I work, such as juvenile For a career of service in show-
delinquency, social psychiatry, ing others the truths that have
foster care and adoptions, depart- been given to us, the elementary
ments! of public assistance. education department offers en-
Science
The departments of biology,
Home Economics Business Education during values and great personal
satisfaction.
Mercyhurst would notjbe complete without the For those who are looking forward to a career
chemistry, medical technology,
home economics students whom we affectionately in business, Mercyhurst's business educationldepart-
physics, and mathematics com-
pose the science curriculum. La- call "home ~ wreckers." These are the girls who fill ment offers the necessary courses and the training Liberal Arts (continued)
boratory work in the various sci- the kitchens with tantalizing odors and make every- in technical skills to prepare her students for a wide of dramatics sin grades land high
ences is carried on in modern, one envious of their smart clothes. variety of positions. schools.
well-equipped^ laboratories. Medi- The courses these students, take at- Mercyhurst The curriculum is- varied, with special commercial Regardless" of which of the above
cal technology students receive are many and vary from child study to tailoring. A courses such as business management and organiza- liberal arts fields | the student
laboratory training in the college well-equipped foods lab, a clothing lab with cutting tion, accounting, and business law being given each chooses to follow as her major,
labs, and also get much practical tables, forms, and sewing machines, an arts and year. Yet the schedule is light enough to enable the she may supplement it with cour-
experience in St. Vincent's Hospi- crafts room, the college kitchen»-and foods lab, to- business student to take a minor in another field ses in secondary -education and
tal laboratory during their senior gether with the kitchens of several Erie restaurants such as social studies, language, or psychology. These prepare herself for a career of
year of internship. Science holds available for experience in quantity! cookery, pro- electives help to varyltheir program and to give a teaching.
the key fto innumerable profes- vide the stage upon which the home "ecers" perform. broad background!for their specialized \work. Mercyhurst also offers a minor
sions or fields of advanced study, In the senior year,ftheir six-weeks' residence in In this department, students may elect the medi- in psychology which provides an
the Home Management Houses provides a splendid cal secretary curriculum. This field gives a major in understanding of the principles
such as medicine, research, en- opportunity for application I of the principles of ef-
gineering. biology as well as in business. It offers a wide variety involved in the development of
ficient home management. The girls plan, prepare, of opportunities in doctors' offices, hospitals, health the whole iman.
Fine Arts and serve all meals for the group, care for the house insurance companies, medical publishing houses.!
The fine arts department offers andjtfor a baby, and learn to&ive together, sharing Commercial students have their own particular Philosophy
a major in art and in music and the responsibilitiesjand work of homemaking. territory—the typing and accounting rooms, as well I Christian philosophy is the
a minor in dramatics and speech. The Home Economics Club, to which all home ec as the office ^practice room. In the O. P. R. they binding element of the college
The art student may specialize in majors belong, and Kappa Omicron Phi, an honor- gain the actual experience of working in an office; curriculum. Therefore, all stu-
the field of fashion illustration, ary national fraternity, offer an annual program they apply facts learned in lectures to situations dents are thoroughly instructed to
Interior decoration, p a i n t i n g , which includesl demonstrations and discussions by similar to thos^ found in the business world. New logic, ethics, and history of phil-
teaching, or commercial art. In guests experienced in the!various phases of home machines currently used in the business world make osophy.! Elective courses'l are of-
the music field, the student may economics, including teaching, business, and re- possible the offering of courses in modern practice. fered in the philosophy of Plato,
concentrate on voice, piano, or search. The O. G. A. sorority is the co-curricular club Aristotle, and Aquinas.
organ. The speech and dramatics For girls who elect this course of study there which acquaints them with the opportunities and And thus the Mercyhurst col-
courses provide the student with are many opportunities for positions, flimited only requirements of various fields of work open to women legian becomes] competent and
an opportunity for creative ex- to the degree of the student's interest. The young in the business world. thoroughly informed in one field
pression! and prepare her for ac- woman with this training may become a teacher, Election of secondaryleducation minors prepares of learning and also develops a
tive participation in Little Theatre food service director, dietitian, food demonstration many business majors for teaching positions in high sound J integrated knowledge co-
projects and in the management worker, nutritionist, or best of all—happy, efficient schools and provides them with valuable experience ordinated by Christian philosophy
(Continued in Column 5) homemaker. in dealing with the public. >• and enriched by a love of beauty. |
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THE E R C I A I) Page Three

Sports Program
Varied, Seasonal itv Zn nf
Mer a added
a whirl! Wh
• ••*3<ocia (J!ife
* t ? Why. the NFCCS Harvest Moon Char-
As the old slogan goes, there's the most I T ' 8 6 ' T h e „ f l r 8 t f 0 r m a l f u n c t i o n o f the year is probably
"never a dull moment" around aueen an J T . *L° f aU dances
- Each
<*«* chooses a candidate for
Mercyhurst, especially when it b 6 g i n S SUlCe t h e g l r l w h o s e c l a s s h a s
concerns sports. Year-round ac- S T L S n ^ ?
r
'
eVening
«••*
tivities enable every girl to choose ^ J S ^ T Z T ^ ? ^
leaning r o o m s t 0
' ^nd-raising projects range
her favoiite, or favorites, as the torS^SX* T* °
Say c
spaghetti dinners and tur-
X e n f t i l f IT^ ' * * « « i o n ^ still enough to put one
case may be. * f In £ ? i l l o L ^ t ° lympics And
- who is the lucky person you escort
After a summer of relaxation, to the dance? The boy you met at the first Open House here at school
stiff muscles quickly limber up as | . . 01 at a Gannon dance . . . or that special someone from home.
the girls in green turn toward the But here I am mooning about
hockey field. Hockey sticks and the NFCCS when! it's time to get dresses worn en masse by the
balls, together with ^protective ready for the Winter Carnival, graduating class. -
shin-guards, accompany them and termed by many as the best week- jj Spring also brings out the urge
oefore long a rousing game has end college life has to offer. Feb- for migration- to the Peninsula,
begun. To add^to the excitement, ruary^ weather usually lends it- of course, for picnics, swimming, or
class teams are formed and spirit- self well to sleigh rides, snowball Just sunning. The more hardy
ed intramurals end the season of fights and a bonfire scheduled for can be found around the nearby
this outdoor favorite. Friday, after which we retire to riding stables, speedboating on the P E R S O N A L L Y YOURS
Water-lovers Deerhead Lodge (lounge and gym) bay, or just happily wandering
for a sock dance and informal en- around Wintergreen Gorge.
Swimming, an all-year sport, tertainment. Saturday we go " a i r
begins soon after college opens, formal for a J dinner-dance at the Throughout the year students
Your Room . . . Your Clothes
Your room becomes your "castle Clothes are an important part
and weekly trips to a nearby pool Lawrence Hotel I Ballroom and can usually be coaxed to abandon beliind ivy-covered walls" when of your college life, after classes
are made by the \ interested mer- Sunday we conclude with Mass their books for football and opera
weekends, conventions, or dances you come to Mercy hurst in Sep- and academic activities, of course.
maids of Mercy hurst. -Special tember. ^Asi you enter *the room, Made a part of your over-all pre-
classes are offered for beginners and brunch. Strictly a fun week- at home or away.
it has no personality I of its own; paration for college, they can
through advanced swimmers, and end!
Social activities, however, are you £ are greeted by four cream- prove an adventure in themselves.
an opportunity is extended to Springtime finds us eagerly always a supplement and never a colored ] walls l a n d little* else of
those who wish to take an in- awaiting the Senior Ball, spon- substitutions for the academic life eye-appeal, fit is up to you, ac- *§. At Mercyhurst you will find
structor's course. sored by the underclassmen for of the student, and should be rele- cording to your personal taste, to classroom dress casual; skirts,
the graduates. The dance is also gated' to their proper place for make it "home" with all your per- blouses, sweaters, wool jerseys with
Indoors formal, to offset the f May Day a complete and happy college life. sonality and paraphernalia. ^ ^ H jackets or blazers, and socks being
I Since the rooms are done in a the usual attire. The green-)and
Unpredictable fall weather, when white Mercyhurst blazer, I which
outdoor sports are impossible, neutral color,! your own!favorite
color variations and combinations may be purchased sometime dur-
brings the girls to the gymffor ing your freshman year, is popu-
volley ball tournaments. With the for bedspreads,[drapes, and other lar on all informal occasions. For
coming of winter, basketball usu- accessories have full! sway. I t is semi-formal affairs dinner dresses
ally takes first place on the list always an excellent|ideal to wait are in vogue, and for that special
of indoor sports. The varsity team until your arrival to confer with date o r | a l d a y | i n town youfwill
and class competition? provide your roommate on color and fa- need suits or dresses in wool, faille,
manyy thrills in this sport and all bric. You'll want to make sure that
they're 1 durable, mendable and, ta ffeta, or I cotton. Formals I are
classes join in the fun.i Other a necessity for college dances and
above all, washable.* W*£J&^
games on the program | include for several collegiate activities
I Your room furnishings include duringfthe year. Long formals are
badminton, ftable tennis, shuffle a bed, dresser-desk, and chair*for required in the May Day proces-
board, fencing, and 1 darts. | The each girl, plus another arm-chair. sion and in Glee Club appear-
hills in back of the college offer Start now to 1 collect signs, ban- ances, these in pastel colors, •
an excellent opportunity fort all ners, 1 bulletin & board — anything
that may be hung from the mold-
those ski and toboggan {enthus-
ing toJ add to the general decor.
iasts who are willing to face the Your dresser top is a good place
clear, crisps winter weather. Ice for more knick-knacks and that '%'• FlashnghtfSf *WK& '•*
skates are also I frequently seen favorite picture.f A bookcase is a Pressing cloth 3BfflL; >
hanging over the shoulders! of definite basset if youJcan find one
small enough to bring. ;^S^ Clock g S r a • .^ ^K^^.-"'/''.
warmly clad sports fans,!heading Can opener :. iK^^P^^
8 With originality,^: neatness, and Soap chips i ; ^ ^ K
tor the bay. ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ S B f f l f f i ^ l l * : appropriateness, f you can make
; Drinking glass j p ^ ^ . v ' ;
Out-of-doors EHHB^.?»??! that room your very own. V-. \~ Thumb tacks ^ H K - ^
Clothes brush IB^KWI
As spring c announces | itself, gC" s\ £ y ^ - r >'•.*' ,• # Dresser scarf l * ^ B r
softball, tennis, and archery g fill \ ^Jf j
spare minutes.! Golfing practice \
^Jrcicliti ona Day-hopsiKeep Busty • Calendar f-JPf *''-'W' ' *
Scotch tape W -
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on the campus is put!to good use'Vlf AUTUMN :,• . ti^Xyf- i Dust cloth ^ «:".
on the nearby > Glenwood Golf ^ Orientation Week
Course. I I P ^ ^ ^ I H R H S K ! $M Freshman Investiture
Academically A Socially .Extension cord f£;$&£ttikdti^M
4 Mending supplies ^ i S t p W ™
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|^3|Come September, we'll findjtreking toward?Mercyhurst a group 7 Safety pins W^"-- "T
Sponsor of all sports at the col- *8 Hallowe'en Party them. * Perhaps the jj unusual Dress hangers—skirt hangers
of hometown girls—"day-hops" we call 1-^^^—amtBi.
tege is the Athletic Association, Bishop's Day name was acquired because they always seem to}be hoppingl buses t Paper for lining drawers -r-.
composed of only those girls who, Party during J the day, to land from the Alma Mater. Anyway they are the Shoe b a g ' i i d .-;.' ^*',- fc^;
"Big-Little Sister"
through active participations in girls who try to get as much college atmosphere as possible and still j.1;Address.:book d , •^wr^|p
NFCCS Harvest Moon Ball s :©esk lamp W >1 w ..J
athletics, have proved themselves live withitheir families. WE!^,''---'i''':-'wr'^' -
^Althoughlthey are not S residing
eligible for membership. This or- : can buy milk, ice cream, and other
WINTER •;'• - '?'•• . ->; in the dormitory, theyjare still a | f I Your wardrobe should also in-
ganization isfopen to and readily very integral part of the academic snacks in the college store, M&\
Welcomes all sports-lovers. « ft Nativity Pageant, :-\.r<";/ v •?>.$•% a n d l social^ life! of the college. The day-hop «has found that it clude coats or toppers, (Erie is
» Orphans' Party -V • ',•//. -< v;\V Friendshipslformed between resi- is wise to make {careful use of a cold city in the winter) f hats,
I Christmas Party * , - r ? ^V$r dent*®^ and non-residents carry time when she has no classes gloves, purses,# high heels and
over into post-college life. scheduled,; because responsibilities flats,,;a smock'for cleaning day,
I Christmas Dinner v ./...': %f at home often hinder her studying slacks,,.blue jeans,'or shorts for
i Midnight caroling and Benedic- Statistics made of the life ol a n l
averager day-hop shows! that she? there. So she makes good*use of picnics, and, if you swim, a bath-
» * tion j/\vjdi'"''-.fe'i; J.;;\-• i. Vlv \& rises at approximately 7 09 each- the new ;S library building J or, if ing suit for those final relaxing
I Winter Carnival ..'i'£fi-- ,f^•!•{ school^ day! morning. Then 80% "\ she '/prefers, JonS^of .the college days at the Peninsula toward the
1 Dramatic Club Presentation of them hop into a carjl5%^into0 lounges \ or a \ free \ classroom, j f e end of the year. • • ^fe/^S^-"-.
ay bus, and the other 5%j start ' ^Included in the fday-hop's so- W&en you buy clothes for col-
walking; to school Car pools ac-J cial lifeiare a great many college lege, remember the |general ^rule
SPRING p^X-r Ujt^i^ ;-• % count for the great number who u s e | functions k. . club meetings, pre- of good lines, colors to enhance
Mercyhurst-Canisius College the first type ofgtransportation. 9& sentations of the College Concert your own ^individual persoiaUty,
l Once \ at school, t h e ! day-hop | and fLecture Series, class parties. and theV styles that best suit you.
If Concerts & ';?'/'• •:%$$'' ' • c Many a day-hop is able to gain The keylword is simplicity. Simple
Drama Festival',*T > follows thef same routine as t h e |
; ; ,: : v : resident, with courses and subjects | personal satisfaction |by learning clothes offer endless opportunities
• May Day ^:^: -/i^: -- '- '' ; ^ varying with the individual. Class-% her own tuition or spending mon- for change | by varying fjewejry,
Senior Party M%?s*.-. -'•^•-K' es beginfeach day fat 8:25fand| ey.! Shells advised, however, not flowers, or scarves snd belts. Re-
!
Senior Ball ^ i \ ;'•%**•:;£?& there areivery few scheduled after ft to overburden} herself to«the ex- member, it's your wardrobe, and
Class Day ^g;}'.-'i^&f^H $[|30. Lunch is servedgforf all in tentrthat she neglects|her studies. here is one place where your good
, Garden Party :
^Wd $&M the cafeteria at noon,*but if the g Yes, she's!a well-known person- taste | and • ingenuity j have free
diy-hop prefers to carry hers, she ality, the college day-hop! K K S I I
m Lantern NightyB^**.*

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Music holds a prominent place
in the cultural curriculum of Mer-
cyhurst, and every student has
many opportunities to develop her
knowledge and appreciation of
this fart.
One of the most active organi-
zations in the college is the Glee
Club, which includes in its reper-
toire a variety of popular and
classical songs. The focal points
of the Glee Club schedule are the
two annual joint concerts given
each spring with the Canisius Col-
lege Glee Club—one at Mercy-
Freshman Edition
r
little Theatre Center
Of Dramatic Activities
Attention, ye Thespians! If you have a flair for dramatics, you
will derive much pleasure and satisfaction from membership in th
College Dramatic Society. To gain admission, one earns points by
performing any activity in connection with theatrical production. Not
only will you experience that great exuberance as the lights are dimmed
and you are "on stage," but you will also gain much practical exper-
ience in the construction oi scenery, stage lighting, costuming, and
make-up" technique.
Each year the Society sponsors
one large production in the spring. play of ftheir choice which, as a
"Brigadoon" and "Stage Door" competitive program, forms the
recently highlighted our presenta- Drama Festival.
tions of ftalent. You will enjoy The highest achievement for
working in the gracious splendor any member is to be admitted into
and beauty of our new Little Alpha Psi Omega, national honor

College! Encourages hurst andlthe other in Buffalo.

The choir is made up of the
Theatre, which isfthe center of dramatic society. The] coveted
dramatic activity. honor is bestowed on those who
entire student body which is given . In addition to this main pro- through their enthusiastic efforts
Appreciation of Art weekly training injliturgical music
and which sings the g High Mass
duction, several one-act plays and have earned the points required
a Christmas pageant are given for * admittance, and who person-
You have only to look about to know that art holds sway at Mercy- and Benediction as well as well- throughout the year. In the spring, ally fulfill the society require-
hurst. known hymns appropriate to sea- s t u d e n t directors each present a ments.
Exteriorly, the English Gothic architecture reflects a quiet refine- sons of the Church year.
ment, while interiorly the Little Theatre and Library shows masterly
artistic thought. Within the main building, too, are paintings, both For those who are especially
reproductions of famous masters and murals painted by student-artists fond of classical and semi-classical
of past years, all carefully selected for the places they are to occupy—
the foyer, antique room, parlors, college lounge, social?rooms.!f music, there are the yearly con- I
Art as a formal part of the curriculum endeavors to aid the student cert series of the Erie Civic Music
to develop technical skill, facility in the use of all media, and to give Association and oflthe Erie Phil- 1
professional 5 help to the prospective teacher. Courses in history and
appreciation of art are offered to • harmonic Society. The college it-
all students interested in cultural self sponsors a concert series which
improvement. t4tm* THate* offers the students an opportunity
Each spring an exhibition of Through all the seasons of the
student work is displayed at the year to enjoy programs given by prom-
Erie Public Museum. The students Mercyhurst, we hold you dear. inent vocal soloists, instrumental
are encouraged, too. to participate Clad in snow, garbed in green, artists, and choral groups.
in the manyi competitive exhibits You'll always be our favorite
held throughout the year by ac- queen. There is seldom any time of day
tive art clubs in the city and they when girls may not be found en-
have consistently been presented Almat^ater.^to thee we "give our
love and our loyalty joying favorite records orI song
awards of merit for their entries.
To thee we bow in reverent praise fests in the college lounge or one
Yes, Mercyhurst instills in her in our fidelity
students, through daily association "Carpe Diem" will ever be the of the social rooms, singing every-
with fine examples of art, a love H creed that|wef cherish through thing from the old favorites to the
for all that is truly beautiful and ^ lifefp $™pP?l| f§
genuinely cultural. S
very latest fin "pops" and {never
I w H Andfmay your benediction lend excluding §the ever-popular col-
Chapel of Christ The King
I to us conviction v^fc^^&^li»^H The striking beauty and devo-
To brave us in all future strife. % lege songs. tional appeal of the Chapel of of the college life. Catholic stu-j
WANTED M y r f j f^ Christ the King makes a lasting dents have the opportunity of atj
impression upon all who come to tendance > at daily Mass and the
Writers -to-be prayfin its. peaceful atmosphere, benefits of Holy Hour, May de-
votions, I Benediction, and Lenten
Did you contribute to your high The colorful mural in the sanc-
tuary is the first thing to catch services. They are encouraged, to
school I newspaper lor I edit your make frequent visits to the Cha- 1
your eye as you enter the Chapel.
yearbook, or do you have aspira- Above the main altar isf at large pe) wherein dwells| their source? |
tions to become another Marguer- Byzantine-type mosaic of Christ of wisdom! and peace. Non-Catho- 1
ltelfliggins? % In I any case, $ bring the King, attiredfin priestly robes lie students are invited to visit 1
your talent to Mercyhurst and pen and bearing sceptre and orb. the Chapel as|often as they wish. | |
; To tne left is depicted Christ It is a place of prayer and restful
your way to fame in onejof her
the Infant King, receiving the meditation for a 11.1 \
journalistic organizations. & S |
The IjVi ERCIAD, college news- homage of the Magi at Bethlehem.
paper, welcomes timely editorials, To the fright, youfsee Christ the
feature stories, and news articles
Suffering King standing before 74Je£c6*ne,
Pilate. Below these scenes are
from any student. Interest and a pictured the works of the Sisters
certain amount of writing ability of Mercy—teaching, nursing, and
are the chief requirements for ad- the guidance of young girls. College life is new and exciting
mission to the staff. > |Above the two smaller: altars and just a little frightening a
P If you have a fnose for news, arejthe statues of Mary and Jo- first. So we have planned a specia
the Press Club is the group for seph, whose graceful lines blend program| for your first days a
you to join. The reporters pound with the simple, yet exquisite. Mercyhurst. 'i
u
their beats and scan the sidelines Gothic ornamentation upon the It will begin even before y°
in search of news. "Scoops" are altar, wall, and*communion rail- arrive/when you receive your first
ing. The walls Ibehind each faltar a
published in the college columns letter from your "Big Sister,
of the local papers, and hometown are decorated| with brilliant litur- ! Junior who will help you throug
papers are kept informed of any "Everyone to her own taste" is gical designs and inscribed with those first days at Mercyhurst.
cline you rather to gathering pa- the theme carried out in extra- the words "Hail, Mary, full of These Juniors and the iStude^
honors bestowed upon their ab-
trons, soliciting ads, or typing ar- curricular activities at Mercy- grace, the Lord is with thee" and Council have arranged an ori
sent citizens. :
ticles, there is j room for you on hurst. Your interest may lie in "Favorite of Christ the^King, in-
<| With a stroke of the pen, you the business staffs of any of the tation program by which you w
vigorous outdoor and indoor tercede for us."
can print your mark on the his- publications. sports,! or your intellectual tastes meet! Mercyhurst-the traditions-
tory of Mercyhurst. By contribu- may run to unlimited discussion Scenes from the|lives of Christ the building, the spirit, the ten-
Mercyhurst offers every girl an in informally conducted student
ting to the yearbook, Praeterita, excellent chance to display or to and His mother are beautifully uity and students, the task
groups. Whatever it may be, you portrayed on the stained glass
you can putiyour literary talents develop her writing talent, so can satisfy your desire for expres- lies ahead. ^
to work and thus immortalize your sharpen your pencils, fill your ink- windows around the Chapel. The fear of college will van^
sion byI joining one or more of
writings. Mercyhurst's manyjclubs and ac- Students wear the cap and like magic when your "Big Sis
wells, and! prepare fto embark on
If your journalistic talents in- your journalistic career. tivities. gown, symbolic of academic living. extends her welcoming t hand
to Chapel, for here lis the center you first enter your newfhoine.