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Show THANKSGIVING ESSAYS November 27, 1938 .WHAT WE AS STUDENTS ARE THANKFUL FOR-. Weber students can be thankful For so many countless things: Our school, and all the fun That our association brings. With the approaching reign of that king of birds, the Jurkey, and members of his court (cranberry sauce, candied sweet potatoes, pumpkin pie) Weber students seem tn V trying to find something for which to be thankful. This Wouldn't be hard when one considers all the advantages which Weber College offers. In serious reflection we find that the few small problems which annoy us are far over shadowed by the advantages wc enjoy. An angle of "passing the buck" comes first to mind. Try to imagine, my frans, the predicaments you would find yourselves in if you did not have dear old Weber on which to blame your worries, mistakes and general misdemeanors.When we first come to Weber we are told what subjects to take. Later on, if a mark is not the best, we can say that we were not interested in the course, but were told we'd have to have it. Now the real reason for the poor marks may be that the prof has such pretty, wavy bair that concentration is hard. Parkology and other extracurricular courses may take up time that could otherwise be devoted to more important subjects. However, one can always place the blame on the college in some way, depending on individual ingenuity. The character of Weber students is rather high. Their honesty is evident in the fact that brief-cases can be left forgotten in the hallways for a couple of days with none of the owner's property missing when he returns. Of course, I wouldn't advise any student to leave his briefcase there for a long period, but if he is the forgetful type it would probably be as safe there as with him. We have a mutual frat and sorrority house in our College Inn. Here one can Indulge in an invigorating glass of "Coca Cola" and discuss the innermost secrets of campus life. Ah, yes, my fran, when you sit down to that turkey dinner, think of Cecil, and be thankful that we have a character in our fair school as stimulating as Goose Quill. Think of the lawyers and pre-medics and be thankful that here arc not more of them. Think of the budding romances of the campus, and be thankful that radiators are not conveniently installed for over-heating by these lovers. Think of Agfa and be thankful that he does not present vile material in assemblies when the state board of education attends. Think of our Hall of English, and be thankful that it has such sound-proof walls. When you arrive at the pumpkin pie, consider the fact '.hat Weber sponsors a dance every Friday night, and be thankful that we have our own orchestra to make this possible. As you finish the last) sprig of parsley be thankful that D. Y. U. presented such an excellent assembly a demonstration of Weber's friendliness with other schools. Perhaps as our theme song for the week wc could take that popular song that their crooner sang to us "Thanks." HELEN PARMLEY. WHAT I AM THANKFUL FOR "Give thanks; be grateful." We hear these words proclaimed from the capital by our President. We hear them in churches, our schools, and our homes. But do we hear these words from ourselves? Stop! Ponder! Are students thankful? I ask myself the question, "What have I as a Weber student to be thankful for?" Immediately there flashes to my mind the thought that I am thankful for Weber College itself. A college, a preparatory school for youth, a. place to sharpen wits for the fight for livelihood is a splendid thing in our midst. Hundreds of students who are now attending college would have been unable to go if they had been required to live away from home. Others whose homes are not in the city find room and board expenses here exceptionally low. Weber means development, action, social contact, practical experience, knowledge, culture and pleasure to many who would be otherwise deprived of these. The past years of depression have made it financially impossible for many people to go to college. Yet this same depression has made a college education doubly desirable."If I but had some employment to help pay my tuition, I could go" has been the thought in many minds. Webef offered, that help by promoting new projects to create work, by securing the cooperation of business managers in finding work, and by dividing the campus work among dozens of fellows and girls. I am thankful that Weber is worth striving for. A student may choose any of thirty-one courses for Ms major. Every course is worthy of our highest praise. The credits of the school are accepted by any institution in the United States. I am thankful for the daily assemblies. Education tS self-expression. Assemblies provide a place forself-expression. I am thankful for the friendly, helpful attitude of the faculty toward students. Every teacher is willing and anxious to give extra time to anyone who expresses a desire for help. I give thanks. For these things I am grateful. RUTH CHANDLER. o BOOTH TO ADDRESS STUDENTS C. Douglas Booth, traveler, publicist, lecturer, and authority on Balkan affairs, will address the Weber College student body December 4. His subject Is not announced but will deal with some phase of International relations. In recent years Mr. Booth has visited more than 126 International Relations clubs in colleges and universities of the East, South ,and Middle West, under the auspices of the Carnegie Endowment. This lecture will be of special interest to students who plan to join Weber's International Relations club, to be reorganized in the near future. |