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T H t PILOT
MARCH, 1956
WHERE IS THE BALANCE?
Traditions Cannot Be Easily Changed
The above represents a question mark in the balance of organizations of the G. W. Campus.
Visiting Editoralist Ann Ellis expresses the idea well in her article: It’s a Woman’s World.”
IT'S A WOMAN'S WORLD
By ANN ELLIS
Many girls were shocked by the article written on “Girls of G. W. Campus.”
cause so many girls do not realize what the fellows really think about them.
Here is some information obtained from one of the male species. “Certain girls have acquir
ed the reputation of being ‘desirable dates’, and therefore sought after by members of their
social group. . . . They have plenty of dates, yet boys drop them like fleas on a dog. It is bet
ter to see that the inside of the personality turns out to be better than the claims made on
the outer self. Dating glamour is not always synonymous with stability of personality, or
worthiness of character.”
The most popular girls do not always make the ideal date or future companion. It is
a known fact that many girls lose their beauty by trying to be glamorous and popular. This
is a fact — it is a problem that can’t be ignored or smoothed-over. We girls should strive
to be the best type of persons. We should be the kind of women who bring out the good in
everyone with whom we come in contact. Let’s face it; this is a woman’s world, we must
make it a good one.
It seems to me that if an equilibrium or balance were established on the campus by adding
more social or recreational facilities, this problem could be solved. The campus would have
a friendlier atmosphere, studies would improve, delinquency would be alleviated, and there
would be more enthusiasm for the religious services of the campus.
Many students have suggested establishing literary societies similar to the ones that are
at Mars Hill. These are fine because they provide recreation, culture and school spirit to any
campus. If these societies could be established many of the week-ends could be enjoyable
rather than dreadful and boring. The students could learn many cultural things that would
enable them to become more mature adults. The competitive spirit coupled with brother
hood of these societies would boost the school spirit which is vital to any college.
It is of great necessity that we as students be interested in obtaining a balanced life. If we
want to make our college life a happy and useful one, then we must strive for the higher
things of hfe. We can not allow our personalities and beings to be forced into one set mold
and pattern. It is my opinion that until the social problem of our campus is aided and
solved, we will not be the type of student, Christian and citizen that the world is crying out for
today.
The board of trustees of G. W. College has decided to ban
any negro students from admission to the school. The decision
was made in compliance with the North Carolina State Baptist
Convention's ruling on the subject which says that each school
under the guidance of the Convention may decide for itself
whether or not it will admit Negro students.
The decision was adopted in the form of resolution which
reads as follows: “ because the preponderant majority of
the constituency of Gardner-Webb College reporting their
opinion in the survey conducted by a special committee ap
pointed for the purpose was decidedly against the admission
of Negro students, and because the collegc cannot operate
without their whole-hearted support, and because the student
body was divided substantially on the problem, we, as a board
of trustees, express as our opinion, that we are not ready for
the admission of Negroes to Gardner-Webb College.”
This decision is one of great magnitude which most of our
Batist colleges have had to face. This problem cannot and will
not be solved in a short time. Not until Christian people are
r ble to lock on all men as their brothers, sons of their Heaven
ly Father, and deserving of privileges such as their own, can
it be expected that state schools and political groups will find
it necessary or even possible to assure the same attitude. Many
questions arise from this subject and the “evils” of intergra-
tion have been aired time and time again. How then can
people state in their creed of religion that God “hath made
of one blood all nations of men” and at the same time discrim
inate against them ? This contradiction can only be explained
by saying that the traditions and practices of generations can-
That is be- be easily changed; not until man wants them to change.
YOUR FREEDOM
USE IT!
It had been stated that the purpose of the Pilot is to promote better school spirit and
to keep the student body well-informed. The Pilot is greatly concerned in doing this and at
the same time is concerned with its freedom of speech and press. So to promote the uitiliza-
tion of these sacred heritages, the Pilot invites the student body to offer suggestions, opinions,
or constructive criticisms concerning the school paper, the college activities, and atmosphere
of the college.
We are giving you an opportunity to express your sentiments. Active participation through
acceptance of this invitation will enable you to realize increasingly that you have a personal
stake in the say-so around this college. We are only the editors and express our views.
We think freedom of speech and press is a privilege. Lets take advantage of it. All con
tributions can be handed to the editor or associate editors. If we get a hearty response, we
will install a contribution box where you can place your suggestions. We desire for you to ac
tively contribute to the contents of this paper so that it will be more meaningful and service
able to all. Exercise your Freedom!
Benjamin Franklin said about such matters: “If all printers were determined not to print
anything till they were sure it would offend no body, there would be very little printed.”
RELIGIOUS EMPHASIS WEEK A SUCCESS
Hats off to all those who worked so hard to make Religious Emphasis Week one of real
inspiration and true success. Jim Sides and his crew did a splendid job. A new awareness
of the place Christianity plays in our lives has been brought to each individual and to this
campus. It is our sincere hope that during the remainder of the semester and throughout
the years to come there will be a religious emphasis in our lives every day, every week.
Memorial To David Pressley
David Pressley, snatched from our ranks by the hand of
death on March 18, has caused us to realize afresh the awful
finality of death as it affects our earthly existence.
Although he is no longer with us, in another sense he is in
our midst, for his simple and sincere friendship has enriched
our lives.
In establishing the David Pressley Memorial Scholarship
Fund, let us realize that we are honoring the memory of David
by providing a means whereby students as noble and as finite
as he may make of themselves more useful citizens and better
servants of the Master.
GARDNER-WEBB PILOT STAFF
Jerry Keeter Editor
Betty Jo Williams News Editor
Joyce Stephenson Business Manager
John Roberts Faculty Advisor
EDITORIAL STAFF
Eddie Hudson Associate Editor
Shelia Mayberry Associate Editor
Dennis Philbeck Associate News Editor
Jimmy Sides Religious Editor
Lee Jefferies Religious Editor
Harold Long Sports Editor
Gilbert Flemming Sports Editor
Boyce Freeman Literary Editor
David Littlejohn Literary Editor
Bill Kincaid Literary Reporter
Charles Winstead Fashion Editor
Wilma Moxely Fashion Editor
Joyce Odom Literary Reporter
Ann Ellis Literary Reporter
Neatia Hoyle Artist
Kitty Logan Artist
BUSINESS STAFF
Ed Scruggs Asst. Business Manager
Paul Steadman Circulation Manager
Henry Beveridge Asst. Circulation Manager