Olivet Nazarene University Digital Commons @ Olivet Aurora-yearbook University Archives 1-1-1949 Aurora Volume 36 Ray J. Hawkins (Editor) Olivet Nazarene University Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.olivet.edu/arch_yrbks Part of the Graphic Communications Commons, Higher Education Commons, Photography Commons, and the Social and Cultural Anthropology Commons Recommended Citation Hawkins, Ray J. (Editor), "Aurora Volume 36" (1949). Aurora-yearbook. 36. https://digitalcommons.olivet.edu/arch_yrbks/36 This is brought to you for free and open access by the University Archives at Digital Commons @ Olivet. It has been accepted for inclusion in Aurora- yearbook by an authorized administrator of Digital Commons @ Olivet. For more information, please contact [email protected]. XXXVI ' f h duu\m i a RAY J. HAWKINS JOHN W. BUNDY Edit or-in-C hie f Business Manager PROF. D. J. STRICKDER Faculty Advisor P a y e 7 wu 'JMi*.;' rnkf^iSk j i c - . P a g e T h ree ___________ I Y ° u are invited to join us on a tour through Olivet. You may be completely familiar with the halls, the people and the events and add, to the pictures you will see, memories of your own. Again you may be a stran­ ger, as are our young friends pic­ tured here. Whatever your con­ nection, we hope this book will make dear to your heart, too, Our Olivet. lJai/e I’um (WCFneUtAafitrr. SELDEN DEE KELLEY AM., S.T.B., S.T.M., D.D. Some years ago, when a student, I had the privilege of being the Business Manager of the Aurora. Many years have intervened and now I have been honored in being elected President of my Alma Mater. In this new responsible position everyone has been so kind and gracious. Again the Aurora makes its appearance. Congratulations are extended to the Editor, the Business Man­ ager, and the staff for this beautiful and accurate picture of life at Olivet Nazarene College. The Aurora is an integral and important part of O.N.C. It preserves for the future the experiences of the current year. As we leaf through its pages in years to come our minds and souls will be inspired anew to carry on the ideals of our institution. To the 1949 Aurora Staff, as well as to all members of the Student Body, I would charge: As you face the realities of life and meet its problems, be loyal to the ideals of Olivet Nazarene College; manifest an op­ timistic attitude, an unswerving loyalty, and keep a deep devotion to God. It is for us, as Tennysorl said, “To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.” SELDEN DEE KELLEY, D.D. ( A u g u st, 1897 — A p r il , 1949 W e, the members of the college, mourn the loss of our beloved leader. Our only com fort lies irt the knowledge that what he preached and lived will find fruition in our lives, that his God is our God. W E L L DONE Servant of God, well done! The pains of death are past, Rest from thy loved employ: Labor and sorrow cease, The battle fought, the victory won, And Life’s long warfare closed at last, hnter the M aster’s joy. Thy soul is found in peace. J.M . Pur/i? P.iuht We have quickly come to appreciate our new Presi­ dent and Mrs. Kelley. Zealous for the good of the college and the kingdom of God, they have given un­ reservedly to our interests. Dr. Kelley’s wonderful- chapel talks and sermons have been a rich source of blessing to all. Mrs. Kelley serves as Personnel Director. Her kindly counsel and good advice have been of assist­ ance to many students. y & & 2 2 j i, During the summer of ’48 Rev. Charles Henderson from Cincinnati came to Oli­ vet to undertake his duties as business Manager. It is his job to try to tie the financial ends together and see that all of the many bills are paid. He is a real busi­ ness man as well as a Christian gentle­ man. > “ ’***'*’ *■" « HtP I f * £ ^ *4 _ ‘SfcLV - ^ , ~ f ^ . JWW. »Wmn.-T r- «* Rev. Frank Watkin came to Olivet from Grand Rapids First Church at the beginning of the Fall term. Rev. Watkin has proven himself to be a man of God and an efficient representative of the col­ lege. He helps to attract new students to J\ Olivet and tries to persuade everyone to hi;» Jiis school and give his prayers 4,"' ' ns. We appreciate our( ’new VktLU’', PFi^lyR^itYerentative, Rev. Watkin. ~/ m Pm/r Twelve NUMBER PLEASE KEEPING YOUR RECORD A LETTER. DR. KELLEY? MAIL UP, DICK? T H E R E C O R D P E R R Y ’S C R E WON BUSY BOOK STORE COUNT YOUR CHANGE 7 Dear Dr. Gardner: Your life, your chapel talks, your logical thinking and your friendly interest in each one of us have made you a real blessing. Because you are an excellent husband and father, a gentle­ man and scholar, and an inspiring professor and leader on our campus we consider it a privilege to dedicate the ’49 Aurora to you. I'at/e Fourteen 211j a m a s 1876-1948 A true Christian gentleman. He served as professor in Olivet Nazarene College from 1912 until his retirement in 1946. During the last two years as History Professor Emeritus he indulged in his life-long hobby of Horti­ culture on our campus. Though we miss his love and counsel, we are assured of that blessed reunion promised to those who are faithful to the end. p y<\SUrMUJML.. Howard MtUrr 1894-1948 Brooktondale, New York December 28, 1948 A God-called man . Lover of God and the Church . Man of great con­ victions, daring, courage and faith . possessed of a compassionate heart. A great leader gone on to Glory. Page Seventeen The Student Prayer Chapel, sponsored by the Student Prayer Band, is under the leadership of Clayton Bailey, President. It is one of the greatest bulwarks of the school against sin, providing a means of worship and fellowship. Over 300 students come each evening, singing, praying, and testifying to the glory of God. Men and women have been established in their experience through these meetings. This organization contributes to the spiritual backbone of Olivet. (Ptm* 009 fJa(jc Eiffhtern The Aurora wishes to express the appreciation of the students of Olivet Nazarene College to all the officers and members of the Board of Trustees. Their wisdom and understanding, bestowed so generously on the college, enable this institution to bring forth rich dividends in consecrated lives. CENTRAL OHIO MISSOURI NORTHEAST INDIANA Rev. H. S. Galloway Rev. E. D. Simpson Dr. Paul Updike Rev. H. C. Litle Rev. C. E. Transue Rev. J. T. Trueax Rev. Roy Stevens Rev. W. B. Greek NORTHWEST ILLINOIS CHICAGO CENTRAL Rev. L. E. Eckley WISCONSIN Dr. E. 0 . Chalfant Rev. Arthur Nutt Dr. C. A. Gibson Rev. H. Dale Mitchell Rev. Roy Mumau NORTHWEST INDIANA ILLINOIS Dr. George Franklin INDIANAPOLIS Dr. R. V. Starr Rev. L. L. Zimmerman Rev. J. W. Short Rev. G. H. Harmon Rev. Jesse Towns M ICHIGAN Rev. C. B. Cox IOW A Rev. W. M. McGuire Rev. Gene Phillips Rev. FI. W . Thomas SOUTHWEST INDIANA Rev. W. S. Purinton Rev. A. H. Kauffman Rev. Leo C. Davis Rev. C. R. Thrasher WESTERN OHIO Rev. W . E. Albea ALUMNI MEMBER Rev. M. R. Fitch Mr. C. Edwin Harwood Rev. Paul G. Bassett Page Nineteen CARL S. McCLAIN, M.A. The Dean has taught longer at Olivet than any of our other teachers. Reserved, and yet possessed of a real sense of humor, he lends stability and judgment to the position. For food he chooses Ameri­ can-fried potatoes, and for relaxation he likes to walk. ? i f y Vj. S \ -f 'iK-i 1 C i RALPH E. PERRY, M.A. Returning to his Alma Mater, Profes­ sor Perry has served at Olivet as Regis­ trar and History teacher for the past year. His favorite foods are fancy salads. For several years he has been the Chicago Central N .Y.P.S. President. By the way, he married a P.K. and they have two lit­ tle P.K .’s of their own. Faye Twenty D E A N S T A R R Student Body President The Student Council of 1948-49 has been characterized by a spirit of cooper­ ation indicative of the close fellowship prevalent on our campus. The council has consistently sought and obtained the leadership of Christ in every undertaking. Under the careful sponsorship of Dean McClain and with the combined efforts of all members, the Council has successfully served its purpose as a liaison group between the students and the Administration. The Student Council is composed of twelve members; two elected from the the student body ar large, two from the college senior class, two from the college junior class, one from the college sophomores, one from the freshmen, two from the bible school and two from the high school. Page Twenty-one DWIGHT J. STRICKLER, M.S. After nineteen years at Olivet, Profes­ sor Strickler, head of Department of Bio­ logical Sciences, has really become an important figure. Because of his hobby, photography, the Aurora is supplied with many wonderful pictures. For several years Professor Strickler has been the capable sponsor of the year book, and we would vote him “The Busiest Man on the Campus.” His home town is Scottdale, Pennsylvania.