Silhouette (2009)

lAIou/... THE SILHOUETTE 2009 Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2010 with funding from Lyrasis IVIembers and Sloan Foundation http://www.archive.org/details/silhouette2009105agne Agnes Scott College Student Life 4 141 East College Avenue Clubs 18 Decatur, GA 30030 Sports 65 People 810 Students Seniors 81 Juniors 113 Sophomores 118 First- Years 124 Faculty 129 Staff 134 Ads 145 (^gnG8 Scott 9f(i6 QAio/t^d Co^^ege: Jo/t QAiomen 1 "Educates women to think deeply, live honorably and engage the intellectual and social challenges of their times." In a world that is constantly changing it is nice to know that some things remain constant. One thing that has not changed in over one hundred years is Agnes Scott College's Bell Tower. When current students look at the Main Tower, they are able to connect with all of the alumnae across the generations. There is much more to that; here at Agnes Scott we have the unique opportunity to continue traditions, many of which have been happening for near a century. This year's Si'/fioueffe hopes to continue in the rich tradition of story telling so famous in the annuals from the 1950s. We have decided to interject a few photos and stories from that decade to highlight some of the traditions that we cherish today and show how they celebrated them back in the day. One of Agne's oldest traditions is Senior Investiture which began in 1908 and is observed each fall. At this ceremony Seniors receive academic mortar boards in recognition of their standing as a Senior. However, the tradition that went along with this has long since become but a memory. Little Girls' Day, was celebrated each year on the day prior to Investiture, and all Seniors would dress up and act like little girls for one last day before they were expected to be the campus role models. Of course I am sure that this is why Investiture always happened long after Black Cat. There are few current students that can not talk about their favorite aspect of Black Cat. The tradition started in 1 91 5 by Dr. Sweet, the professor of hygiene, in order to curtail the hazing committed by the Sophomores on the First-Years. When the tradition began it was only between the Sophomores and First- Years, and at the end of a week of following the Sophomores' rules, the two classes would put on a stunt, or skit. It was not until the late 1 940s that Black Cat morphed into something we would recognize today, and it would not be until much later for one of the favorite aspects. Junior Production. However, there was very active competition between the classes in the sports of basketball, field hockey, and archery. While the events themselves may have changed over time the concept remained and the time honored tradition continues to welcome First-Years to Agnes Scott and make them a part of the college. Of course one of the most favorite traditions is the ring ceremony. Students who have Sophomore standing are eligible to receive their rings during Sophomore Family Weekend in February. The rectangular black onyx ring with "ASC" inscribed on its top holds a special place in most Scotties' hearts. It is a tangible connection to all other alumnae across the generations. While the formal ceremony itself is relatively new, the ring was introduced in the 1920s and has remained virtually unchanged. Along with these remaining traditions Agnes has said goodbye to a few from the fifties. May Day and its court and play are gone, the Senior Opera, and the Si/fioueffe Beauties (if you have never heard of that one take a study break in the library and check out some of the older annuals). We are not suggesting bringing them back; it is good to know that Agnes Scott changes with the times. However, as we change with the times it is a comfort to know that the students of the class of 1 906 decided that it was important to have student government, and that they signed the same honor pledge that we all did as First-Years during that Orientation weekend. On that note the Silhouette Staff of 2008-2009 presents to the campus Now ... and Then. QAie^come ®ome Scotttes Orientation gives First-Year Students tlie chance to prepare Agnes Scott Residence Halls to be their homes. So, you have decided to attend Agnes Scott. Congratulations and welcome to your new home. First, remember to go by the parking deck and pick up your keys and shirt. Then be sure to get all of your things out the car. This is not 1 950 when you would have come with just one or two bags. Don't worry there will be lots of people around to help out. Then remember to meet your RA and hallmates. After that it is off to the Honor Pledge signing, Agnes Scott's oldest tradition. Everyone will be lining up outside so don't be late. If you follow a bagpiper you can't go wrong can you? So you will sign the parchments that will be hung later in Buttrick. The administration will welcome you and tell you why the Honor Code is so important to Agnes Scott. Then there is some time for you to meet new people and just relax. Maybe you will get to meet President Kiss or discover who plays Agnes Irvine (the Scottie dog). Don't forget that the next day will be busy too. Atlanta Challenge will be here to do some team building and then you and your ASC 1 01 group will be heading out to different places in Atlanta. All of the activities will be wrapped up with a worship on Sunday. So, if you enjoyed yourself be sure to thank one of the members of the Orientation Council when you see them. jK©qw... COST OF LIVING TODAY movie ticket = $9 gallon of gas = $4 average cost of a new house S200,000 average cost of a new car = $25,000 The gazebo is no longer on office, but The new Julia Thompson Smith Chapel completed o place to relax on the Quad. Spring 2008. vASCstMeritstel^r Agnes Scott has changed in the past fifty years. New buildings have been built, we have a new president, and the diversity of the student body has increased. Our enrollment has increased, and boys are allowed in the dorms. But some things have not changed. We are still a women's college dedicated to educating the future leaders of America. Agnes still remains a highly respected institution that sends women in to the world ready for success. In following with the traditions of annuals from the 1950s, the photos of the campus are presented here for future generations to imagine what Agnes Scott looked like "back in the day." So, here's to another fifty years. May we grow and continue to progress while still remembering where we came from. ASC students in the 1950 The Woodruff Quad in the 1 950's. Buttrick Holl and McCain library featured. Another view of the Woodruff Quod facing Rebekah Scott Hall. The Gazebo, then known as the round house, was used as an office. COSTOFLiVNG1950'S going out to the movies = dime or quarter a gallon of gas = 18 cents Average cost of a new house = $8,450 Average cost of a new car = $1 ,510 md g^fiOl Black Cat is the one week each year that Agnes Scott looks like a tornado of yellow, red, green, and blue has hit it. This year the Gold Diggers '09 decorated with a miners theme, the Phoenixes '10 created the Phoenix City, the Amazons '1 1 played monopoly, and the Buccaneers '12 decorated with their color of blue as is traditional for the First- Years. While our themes may be very different from that of the fifties the fervor for the week was much the same. Party days are a time for each class to throw a party at dinner for the other classes. This year the Gold Diggers "09 hosted Mardi Gras, the Phoenixes '10 invited us to party downtown, the Amazons '1 1 hosted a RockBand party in the jungle, and the Buccaneers '12 invited us aboard to sail the seven seas. These parties are scored by the number of people who stay at dinner, your activities, and the decorations. 1 Tr/V/a Night and Field Day The Senio, ^.^^^ ... .w. The Junior class up for their last cheer The First-Year class takes participates in the cheer off off competition. on the Seniors in the Black competition Cat tradition of field hockey. 1 -J||prGlassof2010 me gold ag Jigging Senior class of 2009 pose for their final Black Cat u ''Bonfire night. m \ Sophomore class of 201 Scotties across the years Pestle Board First-Year Class Of 2012 having fun after bonfire. it ^mloti ^tiodadiOh it lue - Class of 201 2, tKe Blue Buccaneers, did o remorkal job as they made (heir Junior Produclion debut. ' [Tying into ihe, "A League of Tlieir Ovyn" [theme Hawlessiy with a ma|eslic vista of the Atlanta Braves' ploying field, the location o( this year's Black Cat Formal, Turner Field Stadium's 755 Club, was nothing shoii of spectacular. First-Year student, Efeni Urbom said, "If I had to use one word to describe [Black Cat], I would choose, 'glamorous'," noting the attire of the attendees ranging ^''^ from dark, debonair tuxedos to elegont jewel-toned dresses. Along with the sophisticated attendees, this year's soiree included appetizing cuisine, consisting of off their pearly whites behind the Atlanta Braves' miniature egg rolls and tiramisu, gorgeous baseball field.

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