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PAGE TWO THE COMPASS FEBRUARY. 1963 THE COMPASS For Students and Alumni Published by STATE TEACHERS COLLEGE NEWS PRESS CLUB ELIZABETH CITY, N. C. Member; Columbia Scholastic Press Association EDITOR-IN-CHIEF ASSOCIATE EDITOR LITERARY EDITORS FEATURES EDITORS SPORTS EDITORS SOCIETY EDITORS EXCHANGE EDITORS REPORTERS Joyce Boone, SECRETARY TREASURER CARTOONIST TYPISTS ADVISORS Mrs. E. H. Ulysses Bell John W. Jordan Joyce Brown, Thelma Howard, John Jordan Charlie Jeffries, Yvonne Joyner, Rosa Stokes Jimmy Jenkins, Richard Simpson Hampton Bland, Dorothy Cotten. Annie R. Lea Frances Moore, Martha Reid Virginia Cox, Theresa Dildy, LouveUia Johnson Annie R. Lea LouveUia Johnson Lorraine Walker Doroihy Baker, Ethel Rogers Mtchell, Mrs. A. M. Blulord, Mrs. V. B. Taylor Toward Higher Scholarship Praise, honor and respect are ex tended to those students who are working diligently in their academic areas this year. They have realized what it means to get off to a good start toward adequate preparation for the job that must be done. Many students made the Dean’s List or Honor Roll last semester. Therefore, every effort should be made to give publicity to their achievement. This will stimulate them to work harder and to strive for academic excellence. Studies show that good students get better jobs than mediocre or poor scholars. Whatever the reason for working toward higher standards may be, it seems worthwhile for the col lege student. We are cognizant of the fact that there are some outstanding students whose names do not appear on the Honor Roll. Sometimes they miss it by .1 of a point.This situation can prove quite frustrating. The student must realize, however, that if he can come that close, just a little more ef fort may bring the reward. There used to be a time when scholars were referred to as “brains” and “bookworms.” This prevented some potentially good students from taking advantage of study. They did not want to be called “odd.” This is becoming rare, for good students are highly respected. Scholars should keep up their good work, for sacrifices and efforts will not be in vain. Present trends indicate that the future will bring even great er glory to the scholar. Let's Start Together Here we are at the beginning of another semester. Many of us are dis satisfied with last semester’s grades. We are unhappy because we did not put forth our best efforts in order to come out on top. We have formu lated many ideals about what we plan to do this semester. Many of us are taking our time getting started in our classes this semester, but we should remember that the first two or three weeks in any course can t>e the most important as far as passing is concerned. It is important that we establish a repu tation in our classes as being capable and reliable. While we are striving to do this, we will develop an in terest in our subjects. Let us do our best by preparing our daily assignments. This will not only help us start together, but will help us stay together. It will give us a guide in our studying. Therefore, the most important thing that all of us can do is “start together.” We must remember also that “the race is not to him who runs the swiftest, but to him who en- dureth to the end.” Another i m p o r t a nt step is to take notes daily. Taking notes does not mean to record every word spoken during a class period, but only to jot down the things that are most import ant. To take notes we must first pay ; attention, then, we should write so I that we will be able to use them. In I that way we shall bie moving toward j better grades. If we follow these suggestions and important steps, we can end up no where but at the top! Are you ready? Let’s start together! LouveUia Johnson Faculty Notes Mrs. Helen M. Caldwell has re cently completed a course in “Func tional Grammar” at the King Street Elementary School in Hertford, North Carolina. There were forty-tliree in- service teachers from the elementary and high schools of Perquimans County in the class which began in November. Mrs. Caldwell said it was stimulat ing to find members of the profession willing to pursue scholarly endeavors. Mr. Lance Jeffers who taught a class in "English Usage” at the C.S. Brown High School in Hertford Coun ty, Winton, North Carolina from October through December says that he found in-service teachers bright, enthusiastic and eager. In tliis class were thirty-five students who came to learn more about methods of teach ing English. A course in “Art Appreciation” under the direction of Mr. Gregory Ridley is about to be concluded. In this class students have had emphasis given to the history of art under such hearings as architecture, painting and sculpture. This class has been con ducted for teachers in the Elizabeth City Schools and has held meetings on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Fourteen teachers are enrolled. A second^^sB^in Functional Clerical Skills is opening under the direction of Mr. Carl Franklin, Head of the Business Education Depart ment. The purpose of this is to pro vide a basic working knowledge for housewives and professionals with a view to improving their employability. The first course under Miss E. Hardeman was very successful. En rollment was twenty-five. Mr. Ruben A. Braxton attended the Secretary’s Conference held Howard University on January 10 and 11. There he heard many great leaders and educators speak on topics centering around the idea of Colleges and Universities, their re sponsibility in preparing and motivat ing the youth for opportunities ir (Continued on Page 3) Dr. Robert Kicklighter Speaks at Vesper Hour Dr. Robert W. Kicklighter, Pastor of Blackwell Memorial Baptist Church, Elizabeth City, was guest speaker at the Sunday evening Ves per Hour Service which was held January 13, 1963. He was accompani ed by several members of the young people’s group of Blackwell Church. In his message, “Communicating ihe Gospel,’ L)r. KicKlighter stated. There is a creative power in the re presentative capacity of the spoken word.” He spoke of the necessity for man to speak for God, and of the responsibility of the laity, as well as the ministry to take the word of God to the people, “Who in this mechanized world have need for love and purpose.” In closing, he stated, “You can find purpose in this me chanized world if you wrap your self around an idea, and ideal, and the ve of God.” Music was provided by the college choir who sang the Anthem, “God Is A Spirit.” Dr. James A. Eaton, Professor of Education and Chair man of the Religious Activities Com mittee, was assisted by Miss Gloria Lee, a freshman from Newport News, Virginia, and Roosevelt Wright of Elizabeth City. Ignorance Survives on Mediocrity When this issue of “The Compvass” is in your hands, you will be at work in the second semester of the school year. During the past semester many have struggled to maintain high scho larship, while others have been try ing to get by the easy way with D’s. What are your plans? It is a known fact that mediocrity does not pay; ignorance survives on mediocrity. However, students have been content to be mediocre and pass a course with C or D. When students are satisfied with just getting by, or being mediocre, they are giving birth to the menace of education and society—ignorance. The only force that can stop the spread of igorance' is scholarship. During this semester, why not put forth effort to excel? Why not work for superior grades? Why not work to attain high scholarship? . Take the weapons of scholarship and work consistently, dilligently, and enthusiastically to kill Mediocri ty. The Value of An Education The value of an education can t>e exemplified by stating some of the aims of an institution of learning. Some of these aims are definite pre paration for a richer and fuller life; preparation for service to our fellow men, individually and collectively; and preparation for playing well our part in the world. Education enables one to do, during any age, the best that may occur to him to do. It assures the glorious privilege of being independent. It provides a foundation for social pro gress and reform. Consequently, it must concern itself with vital prob lems of both age groups, the child and the adult. Education trains leaders for ad vancement of the groups, for the de velopment of new ideas, or for re adjustment to a changing environ ment. Education makes wealth, but it makes far more than wealth. It gives us power to see relationships and possibilities, and to understand and control the forces of nature. If a person is educated in the right way he will preserve his wealth from the destruction of war and other forms of violence. In concluding, an education is valuable because it may affect or determine an individual’s place in his environment or in society. —James H. Jackson What They Say . . Myrtle Borden Hill, associate editor of the ECSTC Newsletter, 1953-54 is now holding a supervisory position in a Children’s Center in New York City. Recently she wrote this to the Com pass adviser: “I have neglected to say to you how helpful being a member of the college publication staff has been to rr I never thought it could be related record keeping.” “I have been chosen to attend ■Workshop to gain experience in t use of properties and introduction to puppetry. I must pause here to thank you to the highest for working so well in your capacity and inspiring m much that I remained with the News letter staff. Henry Bell Pickett, Specialist Fourth Class U.S. Army, former editor of The Compass (’60 and ’61), is completing his tour of duty with the Headquarter Detachment of the 95th Civil Affairs Group at Fort Gordon, Georgia. Pickett completed his basic and advanced training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, and then was assign ed to the Public Affairs Group. One part of his preseat assignment is that of clerk-typist in Functional Teams. Says the former editor, “I certainly do miss The Compass and ECSTC. Clarence Earl Biggs, Compass editor for 1961-62, tells his friends at EC STC that he is enjoying his work as a teacher of science at the E.J. Hayes High School in Williamston. North Carolina. He is also proud of the fact that he has the opportunity serve as an adviser to the Hi-Spot- light, the school publication. In the fall edition of that paper is a poem by Biggs. “To the Freshmen.” CoHege—The Experience Of a Lifetime After having spent one semester here at Elizabeth City State Teacher’ College, 1 believe that the experience of attending college is the experience of a lifetime. It is one of the rewarding and satisfying experiences that one can encounter. Attending college is not an experience that deals with only one phase of develop ment—instead being in college en hances one’s life spiritually, socially, intellectually, and morally. Spiritual development is obtained through the numerous religious ser vices, clubs, and activities that are carried on here on campus. One learns for the first time, as I did, just what meditation is. In our vesper services the attitude of reverence pre vails. To feel the presence of God is one of the most rewarding ex periences that one can have in any situation. One’s life is enhanced socially main ly by participation in dormitory life, but campus activities such as movies, dances, and birthday balls, also aid in successful social development. Suc cessful dormitory life requires many adjustments. One deals with many varying personalities, some of which are liked, others are disliked; how ever, one must learn to contend with all of them. If one is successful in dormitory participation, more than likely, he is well prepared to survive socially in almost aijy situation. All of the experiences of the col lege tend to develop one intellectual ly. The mere fact that a student is away from “mom" and “dad” forces him to reason for himself. Apprecia tion of the fine arts is initiated or developed by the Lyceum programs which are presented frequently. It can truthfully be said that each perience in college will help to de velop one intellectually. The life of an individual is enhanc ed morally in that college helps one to formulate a working Philosophy ^f Life. This is done by weighing the ideals and concepts of others and thereby eliminate those that are not satisfactory to him. College is the experience of a life time. It is an experience that will leave a lasting imprint and an ever lasting influencing effect upon one’s life. If one stpvives the wonderful and rewarding experience, he will likewise be prepared to survive successfully the experience of life itself. —Carol V. .4she Open oCetter Dear Fellow Alumni: This is my first attempt to reach all of you through the medium of "The Compass,” our College Newslet ter. Inasmuch as i am unable to see each of you individually, this letter, I hope, will convey some of my thoughts. William E. Gladstone, the famous ■iritish statesman, wrote the following lines in the 1800’s: “Duty is power ihat rises with us in the morning and goes to rest with us at night. It is Co-extensive with the action of our intelligence. It is the shadow that cleaves to us, go where we will.” Why would I quote a statement in regards to duty? We, as Alumni of Elizabeth City State Teachers College, have a duty and an obligation to this College and its Alumni Association. Whether we put in one summer, or four years; or whether we came here during the institution’s years as a Normal school makes little difference. Ihe point is that this institution gave ui our start on the road to successful and gainful employment. 1 am indeed puzzled by the gradu ates of the past ten years. Where are they? What are they doing? Where is their sense of loyalty and duty? Quite a few in this group were aided through Scholarships, Loans and other means, in other words, I am saying that a large numt)er of this group were practically handed four years of schooling at little cost. How are the School and Alumni repaid? The an swer is through Non-Participation in any facet of the programs of the College. We speak of First Class Citizenship, College Growth, and we delight in reading good things about our College and Alumni; yet most cf us remain Parasites. 1 believe that there are some worthwhile reasons for Alumni Parti cipation. First, as Alumni we, by ex ample, can greatly aid in the stimula tion of others to support the College financially. We have established a Boosters Club to aid Athletes. We say we want the best. Are we willing to pay the price? Unless we are, our Athletic program will only be Medi ocre. Secondly, we are in position to profit personally from the growing status and widening services of our Alma Mater. Thirdly, through the Alumni Association, we have had knowledge of the soundness and ef fectiveness of the programs offered at the College which will mean so much to the economy of our people in Northeastern North Carolina, the state and nation. We have a glorious privilege, chal lenge and duty to express our ap preciation for the benefits that we as students receive at Elizabeth City State Teachers College by continuing and enlarging those benefits for pre sent and future students, by profiting from the status of our school, and stimulating support for our Alma Mat er from other sources. I urge each of you to invest today in the present and future growth of this beloved institution. I look forward to seeing all of you on May 25, when Alumni Day will be held at the College and Classes that were graduated in the “3’s” will be exceptionally honored. Very truly yours, Issac A. Battle, President General Alumni Association Faculty Variety Show The Faculty Women and Wives Club presented its annual variety show February 15 in Moore Hall Audi torium, with Mr. Luther Burse serv ing as Master of Ceremonies. The program consisted of classical music, ! poems, piano solos, readings, dances, organ music and drama. This gala event is presented as a fund raising a f fa i r for deserving young people with outstanding charac ter and leadership ability who need financial assistance in pursing their college education.
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